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2 min readFeb 21, 2026 07:35 AM IST First published on: Feb 21, 2026 at 07:25 AM IST The acquittal by the Chhattisgarh High Court of the accused in a 2004 rape case in Dhamtari district, on the ground that penetration is integral to the act, comes as a jarring setback to what has been decades of slow, hard-won progress in India’s rape jurisprudence. The High Court has applied the law as it stood before amendments in 2013, when Section 375 of the Indian Penal Code interpreted rape narrowly. In the aftermath of the horrific December 2012 Delhi gang rape…

The project is an integrated infrastructure development plan proposed by the Andaman and Nicobar Islands Integrated Development Corporation Limited (ANIIDCO). | Photo Credit: Getty Images/istockphoto The story so far: The National Green Tribunal (NGT) recently concluded a high-stakes legal battle over the ‘Holistic Development of Great Nicobar Island’, and ruled that all environment safeguards are in place for the Great Nicobar Island Project. This integrated project, estimated to cost ₹80,000-90,000 crore, has been at the centre of a debate between national interests and the preservation of one of the world’s most sensitive ecosystems.What is the Great Nicobar project?The project is…

NEW DELHI: Former Assam Congress president Bhupen Borah on Sunday joined the BJP, days after stepping down from the Congress ahead of the upcoming assembly elections in the state.Former Congress worker Sanju Bora also switched sides and entered the saffron party along with him.Borah had resigned earlier this week, but the Congress high command had not accepted his resignation. Senior party leaders visited his residence to persuade him to reconsider, and Rahul Gandhi also spoke to him. Borah had sought time to review his decision, but a day later Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma visited his home and announced…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the Meerut Metro and the Namo Bharat RRTS, on Sunday, during his visit to Shatabdi Nagar in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, while also dedicating development works worth around Rs 12,930 crore to the city. Following the inauguration, the Prime Minister is set to take a metro ride to Meerut South station and is scheduled to address a public gathering on the occasion.The programme will mark the full operationalisation of the 82-km Delhi–Meerut Namo Bharat corridor alongside the launch of the Meerut Metro. Both services will run on shared infrastructure, a first-of-its-kind initiative in…

Abhishek Sharma (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: Former Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Amir has ignited fresh controversy at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, launching another scathing attack on India opener Abhishek Sharma while defiantly standing by his explosive prediction that India will not reach the semi-finals.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!Amir, who has been at the centre of intense debate over his outspoken views, insisted his criticism was based purely on cricketing assessment and not disrespect. But his remarks about Abhishek’s technique and India’s chances have only added fuel to an already fierce rivalry. All about…

ICMAI CMA June exam 2026: The Institute of Cost Accountants of India (ICMAI) has formally released the examination schedule for the CMA June 2026 cycle, setting in motion the Foundation, Intermediate, and Final examinations across the country. Alongside the timetable, the institute has also issued strict registration deadlines and fee details, leaving candidates with little margin for delay.The Intermediate and Final examinations will be conducted from June 11 to June 18, 2026, while the Foundation examination will be held on June 14, 2026. For Intermediate and Final candidates, the last date to apply without a late fee is April 10,…

Nayanthara’s impressive career has propelled her net worth to nearly Rs 200 crore, with film fees reportedly reaching Rs 10 crore. Her journey from Malayalam cinema to pan-South stardom, marked by iconic roles and a significant Bollywood debut, showcases her enduring influence. Beyond films, endorsements and investments contribute to her opulent lifestyle, fueling her superstar status. Nayanthara remains one of the most influential stars in Indian cinema and reports now place her net worth at nearly Rs 200 crore. She is also rumoured to be charging around Rs 10 crore for a film and this places her among the highest-paid…

On the design front, the biggest updates are at the nose. The new Punch EV drops the earlier black strip between the headlamps and instead gets a cleaner, closed-off grille that gives it a sharper look. A full-width LED light bar now connects the DRLs, while the lower bumper has been slightly tweaked for a more modern feel.Changes at the side are subtle, limited mainly to new aero-style alloy wheels, sized 195/60 R16. At the rear, the EV gets connected LED tail lamps similar to the petrol Punch. Other highlights include a front-mounted charging port, skid plates at both ends,…

New technologies in medicine are often described in terms of innovation—faster diagnoses, smarter predictions, streamlined workflows. Yet history reminds us that technology does not ipso facto transform health systems simply. That requires governance, design, and intent.India’s recently released national strategy for the use of advanced computational systems in healthcare invites a deeper conversation. Rather than presenting these systems as tools to be added onto clinical practice, the strategy treats them as part of the architecture of the health system itself. This distinction is not semantic, but structural Most countries have introduced digital decision systems incrementally — through pilots, vendor contracts,…

There aren’t many everyday routines that are both overtly essential, while at the same time almost a form of art. Cooking, however, is one such routine that blends creativity, skill, and science to transform individual ingredients into dishes that are not just essential for our consumption and living, but also double up as unique, flavourful delights for our taste buds. Some take it to another level and make it a treat for the eyes as well with the way they present their dishes and make it visually appealing. Cooking, by no means, is an easy task (don’t let anyone convince you…