NEW DELHI: Though the Dowry Prohibition Act criminalises both taking and giving of dowry, the givers — which means the bride and her family members — would be shielded from prosecution if they are aggrieved persons, Supreme Court on Thursday said, reports Amit Anand Choudhary.SC’s clarification came on a plea of a man who submitted…
Iran mocked US President Donald Trump’s claims of a breakthrough in ongoing negotiations, dismissing it as “building castles in the air”.Iran state media IRIB (Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting) shared a video of Trump saying, “I think we have a very successful negotiation going on right now.” “If it happens, it’ll be announced fairly soon,…
Viswanathan Anand, fondly known as “Vishy,” is India’s first Grandmaster and a five-time World Chess Champion who revolutionised the game in the country. Chennai, his home city, is where he has built a residence that reflects both his calm personality and extraordinary journey. His home is not just luxurious but deeply personal, filled with memories,…
Addressing rumors and familial discord, Victoria Beckham shared her thoughts with The Wall Street Journal regarding the situation with her oldest son, Brooklyn, who claimed his parents were undermining his marriage. Months after Victoria and David Beckham’s eldest son, Brooklyn Beckham, made allegations of controlling and ruining his relationship, the singer-turned fashion designer has now…
Asian stocks edged lower on Friday, pausing after a strong rally this month, as investors dialled back risk ahead of a crucial weekend that could shape the trajectory of the Middle East conflict.MSCI’s broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan slipped 0.8%, though it remained near its highest level since early March. The index is…
NEW DELHI: Home minister Amit Shah on Thursday presented in Lok Sabha the expected share of five southern states following the proposed delimitation to assert that their strength wouldrise from the existing 23.76% to 23.89%.Calling the opposition’s claims on the Constitution amendment bill for women’s quota a “misleading narrative”, Shah said Lok Sabha seats from…
Frustrated by thinning hair? While natural remedies won’t magically regrow lost locks, they can significantly support scalp health and improve existing hair. Discover effective, albeit sometimes pungent, solutions like onion juice and coconut oil massages. Learn how aloe vera, fenugreek, rosemary oil, and amla can bolster your hair’s strength and resilience. Watching your hair thin…
Filmmaker Pedro Almodóvar has weighed in on Jacob Elordi’s burgeoning fame, questioning if the ‘Euphoria’ star is merely a sex symbol or a truly respected actor. Almodóvar believes Elordi needs more demanding roles to prove his acting mettle, despite recent praise for his performances. Jacob Elordi’s rise to popularity following the release of ‘The Kissing…
BENGALURU: Earth’s orbit is turning into a high-speed traffic grid and Indian satellites are swerving to stay safe. More than 1.5 lakh close approach alerts were issued for Indian space assets in 2025, exposing mounting collision risks in an increasingly crowded sky.Data from Indian Space Situational Assessment Report 2025 shows about 1.6 lakh alerts globally,…
NEW DELHI: Accusing BJP of using women’s quota as a cover for delimitation, Congress lead speakers Gaurav Gogoi and K C Venugopal said Modi govt was “bulldozing” the redrawing of the electoral landscape to strengthen itself for the 2029 elections.Congress challenged govt to implement the women’s quota immediately in the current Lok Sabha of 543…