Dowry has evolved from voluntary gifts to coercive demands. Despite strict laws, it remains entrenched in Indian society. This article explores why legal measures alone cannot eradicate this social evil.
Persons with disabilities in Pune report uneven implementation of accessibility measures at polling stations, citing missing ramps and facilities despite Election Commission guidelines.
Kerala cabinet approves updated guidelines for 'Connect to Work' scheme, offering Rs 1,000 monthly scholarships to youth for skill development and exam preparation.
Karnataka's legislature will convene a joint session from January 22 to discuss the VB-G and Ram-G Acts, which aim to replace MGNREGA in the state.
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A Mumbai consumer court has ordered Amazon to refund a customer for a defective TV and pay Rs 15,000 in compensation, rejecting its intermediary defense.
India's High Commissioner to Canada Dinesh Patnaik strongly refutes allegations linking India to Hardeep Singh Nijjar's killing, demanding concrete evidence during a televised interview.
Mumbai's BMC election vote counting will occur in a phased manner on January 16, with two constituencies counted at a time. Congress MLA Aslam Shaikh criticizes the change from simultaneous counting used in 2017.
India strongly advises its citizens against traveling to Iran due to ongoing civil unrest. The advisory follows violent protests and economic crisis in Tehran.
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A massive fire broke out at the Magh Mela in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, engulfing several tents. Multiple fire tenders were dispatched to control the blaze. No casualties reported yet.
A model who became an ascetic in Madhya Pradesh announces she will stop promoting Sanatan Dharma due to criticism and mental stress, returning to her previous life.
Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi is set to visit India for high-level strategic discussions, focusing on bilateral cooperation and regional security issues.
The chiefs of the Indian and Japanese Coast Guards held a meeting to discuss expanding cooperation in maritime security, search and rescue, and environmental protection.
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Bengaluru police arrested 12 individuals in a major cyber fraud racket involving mule bank accounts linked to Dubai. Authorities seized assets worth ₹1 crore and uncovered transactions of ₹24 crore.
Greenland's capital residents firmly oppose US acquisition plans as Vice President Vance prepares to meet Danish officials. Prime Minister Nielsen declares loyalty to Denmark and NATO.
As protests spread across Iran, New Delhi faces strategic worries. Iran serves as India's gateway to Central Asia, counters Pakistan, and maintains regional balance. Any collapse threatens Chabahar Port and India's multi-alignment policy.
India's MEA advises citizens to depart Iran due to ongoing protests. In a separate development, the Calcutta High Court hears claims about data transfers in an ED case.
A tragic head-on collision between a KSRTC bus and a car in Karnataka's Chikkamagaluru district has claimed four lives, including a woman and two children, leaving the local community in shock.
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Coimbatore Police Commissioner D Kannan distributed free helmets to two-wheeler riders without helmets during National Road Safety Week 2026, emphasizing helmet use.
Lucknow's innovative approach to stray dog management, achieving over 84% sterilization, earns praise in Supreme Court hearings as India's first comprehensive ABC training center prepares to open.
An Indian Sikh woman who married a Pakistani man has been arrested and sent to a shelter home in Lahore, sparking cross-border concerns over her welfare and legal status.
Congress leader Rajeev Gowda faces protests after being accused of threatening Sidlaghatta CMC commissioner over removal of 'Cult' movie flex banners. Protestors demand his immediate arrest.
The trial of Jagpreet Singh, charged with second-degree murder for allegedly stabbing his wife Balwinder Kaur in Abbotsford, has commenced. The couple reunited in Canada just days before the fatal incident.
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The fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good by ICE agents in Minneapolis ignites nationwide protests and political clashes over immigration enforcement and use of force.
The Odisha government plans to amend the Lokayukta Act, 2014, before appointing a new chairperson and members. The anti-corruption body has been vacant for over a year, prompting legal scrutiny.
The Supreme Court has rejected bail pleas of Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam in the 2020 Delhi riots case, citing their alleged role as 'ideological drivers' while granting bail to five co-accused.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov criticizes US actions in Venezuela and threats against Iran, warning they are destabilizing global stability and international law.
The Indian Army's Tawang Brigade marked Veterans' Day at the Tawang War Memorial, paying tribute to ex-servicemen and 'veer naris' while launching welfare initiatives and honoring distinguished veterans for their post-retirement contributions.
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India moves forward with a massive Rafale fighter jet deal worth ₹3.25 lakh crore, focusing on combat readiness, local manufacturing, and strategic independence despite offers from US and Russia.
