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Live-in ok for adults even if not of marriage age: Rajasthan HC
Rajasthan high court affirmed that two consenting adults, even below marriageable age, have the right to a live-in relationship. Rejecting the argument that the male’s age prevented cohabitation, the court…
Read moreRussian President’s visit turns parts of city into a fortress
President Putin’s visit to New Delhi has transformed key areas into a heavily fortified zone, mirroring G20 security measures. His custom-built Aurus Senat limousine, a “rolling bunker,” was flown in…
Read morePutin in India: ‘Defence ties to deepen despite US, EU oppn’
India and Russia are deepening their defense ties, focusing on niche technologies and industrial cooperation. Despite global pressures, New Delhi reaffirms its strategic autonomy. Discussions included S-400 systems, Sukhoi upgrades,…
Read moreDaily road deaths touched 485 in 2024 even as NH fatalities dipped
India witnessed a grim rise in road fatalities in 2024, with 1.77 lakh deaths, averaging 485 daily. While National Highways showed a slight decrease in their share of accidents, overall…
Read moreTMC suspends MLA who vowed ‘Babri-style’ mosque, he stays defiant
Trinamool Congress has suspended MLA Humayun Kabir for his controversial plan to lay the foundation of a mosque on December 6, the anniversary of the Babri Masjid demolition. Despite the…
Read moreMint Quick Edit | Can any government really keep young teens off social media? All eyes are on Australia
Australia expects to protect children with its social media ban that Meta has begun to comply with, but the internet rarely bends to rules. Social media is addictive—and that’s one…
Read moreIndiNoGo: 300 flights nixed as airline chaos worsens
Thousands of passengers faced severe travel chaos as IndiGo cancelled around 300 flights on Thursday due to underestimating pilot needs under new duty rules. This planning lapse by the airline…
Read moreDelays, cancellations & missed flights: Chaos spares none, from footballers to funeral-goers
A nationwide air travel crisis, primarily involving IndiGo, has left thousands stranded. Mumbai City FC’s journey to a Super Cup semi-final was severely impacted by cancellations and delays. Passengers faced…
Read moreMicrosoft plans bigger data centre investment in India beyond 2026, to keep hiring AI talent
Ahead of Satya Nadella’s India visit, Microsoft’s Puneet Chandok said AI adoption is scaling fast, data centre investments will go beyond the $3 billion planned through 2026, and upskilling will…
Read moreByju Raveendran’s offshore footprint resurfaces in Aakash’s ₹250-cr fundraise
Byju Raveendran’s indirect influence over Aakash through Beeaar Investco has cast doubt on the legality of the test-prep institution’s latest rights issue.
Read moreSebi to seize Rs 546cr in biggest order against a ‘finfluencer’
Market regulator Sebi has cracked down on Avadhut Sathe Trading Academy and Avadhut Sathe, impounding Rs 546.2 crore. The entities are accused of providing unregistered investment advisory and research analyst…
Read moreIndiNoGo: 300 flights nixed as airline chaos worsens; disruptions maycontinue fornext few days
IndiGo is currently navigating a major operational crisis, canceling 300 flights due to a misjudgment of pilot staffing needs in light of updated duty regulations. As a result, countless passengers…
Read moreGet set, no-go: You can check in any time, but you can’t leave!; cancellations leave flyers stranded at Delhi airport
Travelers throughout India experienced a wave of flight cancellations and lengthy delays, with IndiGo being the hardest hit. Families found themselves marooned at airports, grappling with steep rebooking fees and…
Read moreEsops-The great reluctance to cash out
Esops help in retention and wealth creation, but a behavioural reluctance prevents many employees from selling company stock, even when it creates dangerous concentration risk in their portfolio. Esops help…
Read moreFaulty glucose monitors linked to 7 deaths and more than 700 injuries, FDA warns
Faulty glucose monitors linked to 7 deaths and more than 700 injuries, FDA warns
Read moreOwner of NYC’s Fordham Landing Housing Project Files Bankruptcy
The owner of Fordham Landing, a major housing development in the Bronx that’s attracted state investment, has filed bankruptcy to halt a foreclosure sale.
Read moreArrested suspect in Rubaiya abduction was ‘inadvertently’ named in CBI warrant: Court
A TADA court quashed a warrant against Shafat Ahmed Shangloo, arrested as an accomplice in the 1989 Rubaiya Sayeed abduction. The court found Shangloo was “inadvertently” named, as he was…
Read moreHoliday or not, Sheikh Abdullah resides in hearts: Omar
Sheikh Abdullah’s legacy lives on in people’s hearts, regardless of his birth anniversary holiday status, stated J&K CM Omar Abdullah. He emphasized that holiday decisions rest with the Centre, not…
Read moreSC: File charges only if there’s reasonable conviction chance
The Supreme Court has cautioned police and trial courts against filing chargesheets and framing charges without a strong prima facie case, citing judicial system congestion. Justices emphasized that prosecution should…
Read moreJ&K Police bust Pak-linked narco-terror syndicate; 6 held with 5kg heroin, 3 pistols
Jammu Police have dismantled a cross-border narco-terror network, arresting six individuals and seizing 5kg of heroin worth over Rs 30 crore, along with arms. Investigations revealed connections to Pakistani handlers…
Read moreBanker Bonus Pools Rise 15% at Canada’s Big Lenders in Busy Year
Canada’s biggest lenders set aside 15% more for banker bonus pools in fiscal 2025, a year when the firms’ capital-markets divisions were more active on deals and US President Donald…
Read moreU.N. Warns of ‘Another Wave of Atrocities’ in Sudan’s Civil War
Paramilitary groups have intensified an offensive on a crucial region bordering Darfur, prompting fears of another massacre. Paramilitary groups have intensified an offensive on a crucial region bordering Darfur, prompting…
Read moreIndiGo flight cancellation chaos: DGCA and civil aviation ministry launch review; normalcy by February 2026, says airlines
India’s Civil Aviation Ministry and DGCA are intensely reviewing IndiGo’s widespread operational disruptions and flight cancellations since late November 2025. The airline cited new fatigue-management rules and winter delays, leading…
Read moreToyota pitches for ethanol hybrids as India looks at electric future
Offering tax relief and emission norm benefits to flex-fuel vehicles can help in pushing manufacturers to popularize such vehicles, Vikram Gulati, Toyota’s country head, told Mint.
Read moreOklahoma University under scrutiny as Bible-based essay on gender triggers nationwide free speech debate
An Oklahoma University instructor has been placed on leave after giving a failing grade to a student’s Bible-based essay on gender. Student Samantha Fulnecky filed a complaint, arguing her religious…
Read moreBomb threat at Kudankulam nuclear plant: Search ops launched; email mentions Putin visit
Security agencies launched an extensive search operation in Ajmer, Rajasthan, following a bomb threat email claiming RDX-based explosives were planted at the Ajmer Sharif dargah, district collectorate, and Kudankulam Nuclear…
Read more‘Despite geopolitical uncertainty’: Rajnath hails defence ties with Russia; message for Trump?
India’s Defence Minister Rajnath Singh reaffirmed the nation’s steady defence partnership with Russia, despite global geopolitical uncertainty. The remarks were made during the 22nd India-Russia Inter-Governmental Commission meeting, just before…
Read more‘Reunited with mother’: Sushma Swaraj’s husband Swaraj Kaushal passes away at 73; daughter Bansuri posts emotional message
Swaraj Kaushal, former Mizoram Governor and husband of the late Sushma Swaraj, passed away at 73 after a brief illness. He was a senior advocate with a distinguished public and…
Read more‘Distinguished legal luminary’: Arvind Kejriwal expresses grief over death of former Mizoram Governor Swaraj Kaushal
“Saddened to hear about the passing of Shri Swaraj Kaushal ji, former Governor of Mizoram and a distinguished legal luminary. His contributions to public life and the legal fraternity will…
Read moreIndiGo says it ‘misjudged’ new crew rules, assures full stability by 10 February
The development follows unruly, chaotic scenes at airports nationwide on Thursday, as IndiGo struggled to manage irate travellers across airports. Protests broke out across terminals and fistfights were reported in…
Read moreRupee slide: RBI lets currency weaken amid outflows; focus shifts to curbing speculation
India’s central bank is allowing the rupee to weaken due to slowing dollar inflows, widening trade pressures, and heavy foreign selling. The Reserve Bank of India is shifting focus from…
Read moreRupee slumps: What the currency’s fall beyond 90 per dollar means for investors
The Indian rupee has breached Rs 90 against the US dollar for the first time, driven by weak capital flows, importer demand, and trade deal uncertainty. This decline has impacted…
Read moreAid Workers Stand Trial for Helping to Smuggle People Into Greece
The activists provided support to people who sought sanctuary in Greece during Europe’s migration crisis. The activists provided support to people who sought sanctuary in Greece during Europe’s migration crisis. NYT…
Read moreDream11 pivots to sports entertainment, targets watch party experiences
The company, with more than 250 million registered users on its platform, expects to capture a significant portion of the ‘watch party’ experience, or people watching streaming content, which India…
Read moreBrigade Enterprises expands Hyderabad footprint with ₹477 crore land acquisition in Neopolis
The acquisition was made at a price of ₹118 crore per acre. This transaction represents a total investment of approximately ₹477 crore and underscores Brigade’s deep confidence in the city’s…
Read moreGeneral Atlantic-backed ASG Eye Hospital eyes ₹2,000 crore investment for expansion by 2030
The Jodhpur-headquartered hospital chain has over 175 hospitals and 200 vision centres across more than 95 cities in India. It is planning to grow its centres to 600-700 in the…
Read moreUS eases curbs on Lukoil outlets outside Russia; exemption valid till April 2026
US authorities have temporarily eased sanctions on Lukoil-branded fuel stations outside Russia, allowing them to operate until April 2026. This move impacts stations in the US and elsewhere, while India…
Read moreUS college completion rate holds steady above 61%: Here’s why dual enrolment makes a difference
The US college completion rate for fall 2019 entrants remains above 61%, according to the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center. Full-time students and those earning college credit in high school,…
Read moreConsumption-led health cover turns hottest category: Report reveals top insurance trends of 2025
Health insurance plans are typically seen as a safety net that comes into use only during hospitalisation. However, this phenomenon has undergone a sea change in 2025, according to a…
Read moreMoscow callback: When Modi first met Putin; photos from 2001 go viral ahead of Russian leader’s India visit
As President Putin prepares for a visit to India, old images of him with Prime Minister Modi from 2001 have resurfaced. Then Gujarat Chief Minister Modi accompanied PM Vajpayee to…
Read more‘Discretion of delegation’: Government counters Rahul Gandhi on LoP–visitor meetings claim; names dignitaries who met him
Government sources have refuted Rahul Gandhi’s claims that opposition leaders are barred from meeting foreign dignitaries. They stated that the Ministry of External Affairs facilitates official meetings, while engagements outside…
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