Infirmities in anti-graft law clause that shields babus: SC; but bench split on nixing it | India News

NEW DELHI: Supreme Court on Tuesday held that Section 17A of the Prevention of Corruption (PC) Act, which bars police and agencies from probing corruption complaints against public servants without prior govt approval, suffered from infirmities. But an SC division bench differed on its implication – while one judge declared it outrightly illegal, saying the…

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​Dharmendra’s post-2000 journey from ‘Apne’, ‘Life in a… Metro’ to ‘Ikkis’​

Dharmendra played a retired boxing coach estranged from his sons, anchoring the film’s emotional core. The story followed reconciliation, honour, and family pride through sport and sacrifice. Appearing alongside his real life sons, his performance emphasised restraint over heroics. The role was widely discussed for its dignity and maturity, marking a significant phase where he…

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‘Happiness & prosperity’: PM Modi wishes Makar Sankranti, Magh Bihu; celebrates Pongal in Delhi | India News

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday extended greetings to the nation on the occasion of Makar Sankranti, a harvest festival observed across India in accordance with regional traditions. The festival marks the Sun’s transition into the zodiac sign of Capricorn (Makar) and is celebrated as a mid-winter harvest festival.“This sacred occasion of Sankranti is celebrated…

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Ravindra Jadeja under the ODI glare: At the centre of No. 5 all-rounder debate for 2027 World Cup | Cricket News

Ravindra Jadeja, right, with head coach Gautam Gambhir during a training session. (PTI Photo) RAJKOT: It’s festive season in Ravindra Jadeja’s hometown. The markets are teeming with locals preparing for Sankranti and the kite festival on Wednesday, the day of the second ODI. For Jadeja, though, it’s a different kind of hustle: holding on to…

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