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03 Mar

SC Allows Ranveer Allahbadia to Resume Podcast with Conditions

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New Delhi (National Times): The Supreme Court on Monday permitted YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia to resume uploading his podcasts and shows on social media, subject to certain conditions. The court had previously imposed a temporary restriction on his content following backlash over controversial remarks he made on comedian Samay Raina’s YouTube show. Court’s Decision and Allahbadia’s Petition Allahbadia had approached the Supreme Court, arguing that his podcast is his primary source of livelihood. Considering his plea, the court granted permission for him to continue his content, provided he adheres to content guidelines and avoids offensive remarks. The Controversy and Legal Investigation…

02 Mar

UK PM Keir Starmer Reaffirms Support for Ukraine, Calls for Lasting Peace

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London (National Times) – UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has reaffirmed Britain’s unwavering support for Ukraine during a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at 10 Downing Street. Following their discussion, Starmer took to X (formerly Twitter) to emphasize the UK’s continued commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty and security. "It was an honour to welcome @ZelenskyyUa to Downing Street and reiterate my unwavering support for Ukraine," Starmer wrote. "I am determined to find a path that ends Russia’s illegal war and ensures a just and lasting peace that secures Ukraine’s future sovereignty and security." He also shared a video of himself…

24 Feb

Finance Ministry Clarifies USAID Funds Used for Development, Not Politics

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New Delhi (National Times): A recent report from the Finance Ministry of India has dismissed allegations that USAID funds were used for political activities, confirming that the $750 million assistance from the US was allocated only for government-led development projects in 2023-24. The report, released under the leadership of Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, details that USAID is currently implementing seven projects in partnership with the Indian government, focusing on agriculture, food security, renewable energy, environmental sustainability, water sanitation (WASH), disaster management, and healthcare. "As per the Finance Ministry’s annual report, USAID funds have been strictly utilized for projects aligned with…

24 Feb

Supreme Court Rejects Bail for Repeat Juvenile Offender, Orders Swift Trial

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New Delhi (National Times): In a firm stance against juvenile delinquency, the Supreme Court on Monday denied bail to a minor implicated in four identical criminal cases, citing his habitual criminal behavior as a serious concern. The bench of Justice JB Pardiwala and Justice R Mahadevan remarked that the accused had become a repeat offender and could not exploit his age to escape legal consequences. "He is incorrigible! Just incorrigible," the Court observed, highlighting the gravity of the charges. The Court also criticized the misuse of juvenile laws, stating, "In the name of being a juvenile, he cannot continue looting…