John Walkden, 62, was handed a suspended jail term
Oct 12, 2026
Chief Justice Surya Kant highlighted that the Supreme Court is accessible to every Indian citizen. He emphasized that citizens should file petitions rather than seeking private meetings for legal matters. This statement comes in response to the INDIA bloc's planned protest regarding alleged electoral irregularities. Security measures have been heightened in Central Delhi in anticipation of the protest march.
Concerns were voiced by Rajeev Chandrasekhar regarding the protests targeting Union Home Minister Amit Shah, warning of potential friction between the Centre and states. Noting disruptions during recent visits of Union officials to Keralam, he lambasted these confrontational acts as counterproductive to the needs of ordinary citizens in their quest for jobs and progress.
One bird sadly had to be put to sleep
The outlook for Pakistan's economy appears optimistic, with anticipated growth rates of over 4% this fiscal year, spurred by strategic government privatization initiatives. The finance minister outlined plans to privatize five to six state-owned enterprises, potentially yielding upwards of $1 billion in revenue. Additionally, negotiations with the United States are underway to create a $10 billion exchange stabilization facility. After reaching a staff-level agreement with the IMF, around $1.
Craving something sweet during Navratri but want to avoid an overly rich dessert? Lauki ka halwa, made with bottle gourd, can be a lighter homemade alternative when prepared with less sugar and a modest amount of ghee. This traditional Indian dessert combines grated lauki with milk, cardamom and nuts to create a creamy, comforting treat. Bottle gourd has a high water content, while milk provides protein and calcium.
TN CM VIjay's list of demands to PM Modi: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay has asked Prime Minister Narendra Modi to release Rs 5,110 crore in pending Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan funds without conditions. He also sought approval for Chennai Metro Phase III, reconsideration of Metro projects in Coimbatore and Madurai, new high-speed rail corridors, highway upgrades, the Godavari-Cauvery river link and the use of Tamil in Madras High Court proceedings.
Three men armed themselves with an array of weapons in an "extremely dangerous, lawless" public confrontation at a block of flats.
IREF has introduced a bulk-shipping initiative aimed at cutting freight costs for Basmati rice exports to Iraq. This initiative will lower costs from USD 350 to USD 90 per tonne, significantly improving competitiveness in the Middle East market. The collaboration with Eximwala Solutions Pte. Ltd. involves bulk shipments totaling 1,02,210 metric tonnes. The initiative is part of efforts to strengthen India’s position in global rice exports.
A man died at Yorkshire Wildlife Park
