The Supreme Court’s decision to quash multiple FIRs under the Uttar Pradesh Prohibition of Unlawful Conversion of Religion Act, 2021, is a welcome affirmation of legal sanity. The bench of Justices JB Pardiwala and Manoj Misra rightly identified “glaring infirmities” and procedural lapses in these FIRs, emphasizing that criminal law cannot be wielded as a…
Overconfidence, rudeness, and arrogance – that is how the internet has described 10-year-old Ishit Bhatt after his short stint on Kaun Banega Crorepati 17. What should have been a moment of delight on India’s favorite quiz show turned into a social media trial, with hashtags calling him ‘the most hated kid’ trending across platforms. Bhatt,…
As informed earlier, we have temporarily put on hold the series “How to Revive Hyderabad Cricket”(Saturdays) and “Who Ruined HCA?” (Sundays). This decision comes in response to the growing confidence expressed by players across all levels, officials, and several club secretaries in our e-paper’s continued efforts to expose the ongoing scams within the Hyderabad Cricket…
Beauty of mind is more important than jewellery, poverty of mind is the biggest poverty. Dhanteras means not only ‘wealth’ but also ‘meditation’—meditation on what makes our lives meaningful. This festival forces us to reflect on the true meaning of prosperity. If there is love in the home, unity in the family, peace in the…
A New Tide in the Global Power Equation When India’s aircraft carrier INS Vikramaditya entered the Mediterranean Sea, few anticipated the geopolitical tremors it would send across NATO corridors. What began as a routine deployment soon evolved into a symbol of India’s strategic assertion on a stage historically dominated by Western naval alliances. In the…
Communication skills play a vital role in achieving success in both personal and professional life. Listening, speaking, reading, and writing are the four key components of communication. However, many people tend to overlook the importance of sharpening their listening skills. When listening is neglected, it can lead to irreparable losses in relationships and professional growth….
In just over a decade, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has transformed India’s global image from that of a hesitant player to a confident power at the high table of nations. His leadership has not only reinforced India’s standing as the world’s fastest-growing major economy but also as a nation with the conviction to pursue its…
In a secret conclave, the Kaurava prince weighed his chances and spoke darkly to Karna. “If Bhīma stands guard, no force of earth or heaven can bring Arjuna down. Yet remove that mighty son of the wind, and Arjuna will fall before your hand. Devise, therefore, a swift and certain means to accomplish what we…
Today is Guru Dwadashi Kuruvapuram (also known as Kurupuram, Kurugadda, Kurugaddi, or Vallabhapuram) is a very holy place associated with Shripada Shri Vallabha, the first incarnation of Lord Dattatreya in Kali Yuga. It is located on the banks of the River Krishna, on the border of Telangana and Karnataka. Today is Guru Dwadashi, the sacred…
New Delhi: Observing that criminal law cannot be a tool to harass innocent citizens, the Supreme Court on Friday quashed several FIRS registered at Fatehpur district of Uttar Pradesh over the alleged offense of “mass religious conversions” of Hindus into Christianity. In a significant judgment on the invocation of the Uttar Pradesh Prohibition of Unlawful…
