The Delhi High Court has issued a restraining order against Patanjali Ayurved, barring the company from broadcasting or publishing any advertisements that malign or disparage Dabur’s Chyawanprash product. The court observed that Patanjali’s recent campaigns targeted Dabur in a misleading and negative light, especially by portraying their own product as more ‘natural’ or ‘authentic’ while…
In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court of India has held that an insurance firm is not obligated to compensate for the death of a person if it is proven that the individual was driving rashly. The verdict came in a case involving a fatal road accident where the victim was found to have been…
That women’ s bodies and choice of clothing are ostracized and politicized, is not new discourse. Much discussion on the subject has ensued in recent decades by liberals, feminists, progressives and conservatives alike. Add to that visible religious practices, such as head covers (Hijab) and face veiling (Niqab) among Muslim women, and the scrutiny is…
The death toll in the devastating explosion at a pharmaceutical plant in Telangana’s Sangareddy district has surged to 34, as rescue teams recover more bodies from the debris. The tragedy occurred at the plant operated by SB Organics Limited, located in the industrial area of Kistareddypet, and has left the state in mourning. The massive…
A man from Hyderabad has been arrested for allegedly making derogatory comments against idol worship, sparking outrage among local communities. The individual reportedly said, “These people worship stones,” during a conversation, which was recorded and shared widely on social media, leading to public protests and demands for action. The Cyberabad Police took the man into…
India has been ranked as a “high-risk” country in the inaugural Global Torture Index released by the Human Rights Measurement Initiative (HRMI), highlighting widespread human rights abuses by law enforcement agencies across the nation. The report cites systemic torture, custodial violence, and a lack of accountability within the police forces as key concerns. The Global…
In a surprise overnight operation, Mumbai Police removed eight loudspeakers from mosques in the eastern suburbs of the city as part of efforts to enforce noise pollution regulations. The action has sparked debate and concern among community members, with some viewing it as selective enforcement. According to officials, the loudspeakers were taken down from mosques…
A disturbing incident has emerged from Madhya Pradesh’s Seoni district where Dalit community members were brutally assaulted by upper-caste Hindu men for merely participating in a local religious event. According to reports, the victims had attended a bhajan gathering organized in the village, which allegedly irked members of the dominant caste. The assault reportedly took…
Tensions between Israel and Iran escalated dramatically after Israeli forces launched an airstrike targeting Iran’s key nuclear facility in Isfahan, triggering a swift missile retaliation from Tehran. According to reports, Israel targeted the Isfahan nuclear site — a major component of Iran’s nuclear infrastructure — in what it claims was a preemptive move to disrupt…
A disturbing incident occurred aboard the Vande Bharat Express when a passenger was allegedly assaulted after declining to exchange seats with a BJP MLA. The incident has sparked widespread outrage and renewed concerns about VIP culture and intimidation on public transport. According to eyewitness reports, the passenger had booked a window seat in advance. When…
