India, All india, 16th Jan 2018, News & Stories from India

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Sharma, a local BJP leader and formerly also an office bearer in the local party unit, barged into the office of Man Singh Chauhan, a senior police official in Meerut. (Screengrab)

Viral video: UP BJP leader threatens police for filing case against Hindus

The leader, Kapil Dutt Sharma, had been named in a case linked to a communal flare-up between Hindu and Muslim shopkeepers.

16 Jan 2018 8:17 PM

Hardik Patel, Cong leader Arjun Modhwadia met Togadia at a hospital in Ahmedabad where the VHP leader was admitted on Monday in an unconscious state. (Photo: ANI)

Cong, Hardik Patel come in support of Togadia, slam BJP over issue

Cong leader Arjun Modhwadia demanded an independent inquiry into Togadia's allegation.

16 Jan 2018 7:12 PM

Additional Solicitor General Pinky Anand said on Tuesday that the Centre was serious about the dignity of the citizens and if adults take their own marital decisions then there was no question of illegality. (Photo: ANI)

No question of illegality if adults marry consensually, says Govt lawyer

SC on Tuesday, rapped the Centre for failing to prevent attacks on couples, who opted for love marriages, and diktats of 'khap panchayats'.

16 Jan 2018 7:08 PM

'We expect the petitioner to argue the matter on the next date of hearing and argue the parameters on grant of leaves,' the bench also comprising justices A M Khanwilkar and D Y Chandrachud said. (Photo: Twitter | ANI)

SC asks BJP leader to explain locus over filing appeal in Bofors case

The Supreme Court has now decided to hear the matter on February 2.

16 Jan 2018 6:37 PM

He also cautioned the people against the 'mischiefmongers, who may try to provoke you by saying -- look, other localities are getting the benefits, while yours is left out.' (Photo: File)

Top priority for basic amenities in areas with more SC, ST: Nitish Kumar

Kumar's statement came in the backdrop of a recent incident where stones were hurled at his cavalcade reportedly by a group of Dalits.

16 Jan 2018 6:17 PM

With this, the toll in the bull taming sport this season has risen to four with a 19-year old spectator gored to death by a bull on Monday. (Photo: File)

Madurai: 'Jallikattu' takes life of 3, injures over 25 in CM presence

CM K Palaniswami inaugurated the event, which saw the participation of nearly 1,100 bulls and 1,500 sportsmen vying for honours.

16 Jan 2018 5:55 PM

Padmaavat is set for release on January 25. (Photo: File)

After Rajasthan, Haryana bans 'Padmavat' despite CBFC nod

Health Minister Anil Vij said that Padmavati is the symbol of Indian women's pride and her character assassination will not be tolerated.

16 Jan 2018 5:32 PM

"Whenever there is any kind of collective attack on a boy or girl who are adult, it is absolutely illegal," the bench said and listed the matter for February 5 for further hearing. (Photo: File)

Illegal to attack inter-caste marriages: SC slams khap panchayat

The apex court said if an adult man and woman marry, no khap, panchayat, individual or society can question them.

16 Jan 2018 5:23 PM

'Muslims didn't benefit from it; development with dignity is what we believe in, the subsidy will be used for educating girls,' minority affairs minister Naqvi further said. (Photo: File)

No Haj subsidy, we empower minority with dignity: Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi

Naqvi said that despite the subsidy withdrawal, a record number of 1.75 lakh Muslims will undertake the pilgrimage from India this year.

16 Jan 2018 5:06 PM

At a press conference last week, the four judges had flagged certain problems, including the assigning of cases by the CJI. (Photo: PTI)

CJI meets 4 rebel SC judges, problems seem far from over: reports

The SC sources said the Chief Justice met the four judges for about 15 minutes before starting the normal work of the day.

16 Jan 2018 4:09 PM

The agency had already questioned Shailesh Kumar, Lalu Prasad's other son-in-law and husband of his daughter Misa Bharti, in this case many times in the past. (Photo: PTI)

ED summons Lalu's son-in law in lieu of money laundering probe

The agency has allegedly detected some funds being transferred by Rahul Yadav to his mother-in-law Rabri Devi, the wife of Lalu Prasad.

16 Jan 2018 3:35 PM

Modi said when BJP assumed office, one of the first things it did was to see what work has been done on the promises in the Railway Budget. (Photo: ANI | Twitter)

Drought always follows Cong, they're 'twin brothers': Modi in Rajasthan

Modi said the previous government allotted Rs 500 crores for OROP even after knowing that this number was not the accurate figure.

16 Jan 2018 3:25 PM

The inscription on the poster states Rahul an incarnation of Lord Ram who will bring 'Ram Rajya' in 2019 by winning the General election and defeating 'Ravana' Prime Minister Modi. (Photo: ANI)

FIR filed against Cong leader for portraying Modi as ‘Ravana’ in poster

In the poster Rahul was seen carrying a bow and an arrow, pointing towards Prime Minister Modi.

16 Jan 2018 3:12 PM

Addressing the media, Togadia moved to tears claiming that efforts have been made to silence his voice and not let him speak on issues like the Ram temple, farmers' welfare schemes and the law on cow slaughter. (Photo: ANI)

Attempts being made to kill, frame in fake cases, claims Pravin Togadia

Togadia's remark came a day after he had reportedly gone missing and was later found admitted in a hospital in Ahmedabad.

16 Jan 2018 1:36 PM

At the time of Loya's death, he was presiding over the CBI court hearing the alleged Sohrabuddin Sheikh fake encounter case. (Photo: File)

Give docs on Loya death to independent probe seekers: SC to Maha govt

The bench was hearing 2 PILs seeking independent probe into the case and adjourned the hearing for a week later, without specifying dates.

16 Jan 2018 12:57 PM

K K Venugopal's remarks come a day after he stated that everything was settled in the higher judiciary. (Photo: ANI/File)

SC crisis unresolved, will take more time: AG a day after 'settled' remark

Four SC senior judges on Jan 12 held a press meet to question the 'biased and unilateral' decision made by the CJI.

16 Jan 2018 11:00 AM

The victim, a minor, was playing with the two boys from her neighbourhood on Saturday evening when they took her to a secluded place and took turns to rape her while the other gagged her. (Photo: File)

UP: Doctors unavailable, minor awaits medical test for 2 days

A case has been lodged under section 376 of the Indian Penal Code and the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act.

16 Jan 2018 9:27 AM

According to court sources, Kaur told the court that she saw the Congress leader instigate a mob in the national capital's Sultanpuri area in 1984. (Representational image)

Getting threat calls, key witness of 1984 anti-Sikh riots tells court

The court will hear the matter on Feb 7. Sheela Kaur's husband, brother-in-law and father-in-law were killed in 1984 riots.

16 Jan 2018 8:50 AM

It was not clear whether the target of the attack was the Indian Embassy, which is located in the high-security diplomatic zone of the Afghan capital.(Photo: File)

Rocket lands in Indian Embassy in Kabul, no casualties

Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Raveesh Kumar said there was no fire in the incident.

16 Jan 2018 8:19 AM

'Togadia was brought to the hospital by someone in the 108 ambulance service. He was in an unconscious state,' said Dr. Rupkumar Agrawal at the hospital. (Photo: Screengrab from NDTV)

Ahmedabad: ‘Missing’ VHP leader Pravin Togadia found in hospital

Gujarat VHP general secretary Ranchod Bharward said in Ahmedabad that Togadia was traced, but didn't disclose where he was found.

16 Jan 2018 8:03 AM

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