A controversy erupted around Lenskart after an internal grooming guideline surfaced online, sparking debate over alleged restrictions on certain religious symbols. The document suggested that items like bindi, tilak, and kalawa were not permitted for employees, while allowing specific forms of head coverings such as hijab. The issue quickly gained traction on social media, with…
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New Delhi, April 16, 2026: Electric vehicle (EV) adoption in India may see a short-term slowdown as buyers postpone purchases amid policy uncertainty, but demand is expected to rise sharply once the new EV policy is implemented, according to Axis Direct. The brokerage noted that consumers are likely to defer buying decisions in the near…
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Kolkata: A Kolkata-based doctor has landed in controversy after announcing a ₹500 discount on consultation fees for patients who say “Jai Shri Ram,” a move that has drawn criticism from the medical fraternity over ethical concerns. Dr PK Hazra, an interventional cardiologist, shared the offer on social media, stating that patients who use the phrase…
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New Delhi, April 16, 2026: The United Nations has supported the launch of a new initiative called the Borrowers Platform, designed to provide developing countries with a collective mechanism to address global debt challenges and financial inequities. The platform seeks to strengthen cooperation among debtor nations and ensure their concerns are better represented in international…
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Mumbai, April 16, 2026: Actor and comedian Krushna Abhishek has spoken about a significant personal moment, revealing that he and his wife Kashmera Shah recently met his maami Sunita after nearly a decade-long gap, marking what he described as a long overdue emotional thaw in their relationship. Krushna shared that the meeting felt warm and…
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New Delhi: A Delhi court has moved forward with criminal proceedings against Al Falah Group chairman Jawad Ahmed Siddique after taking cognisance of chargesheets that allege fraudulent academic claims linked to a case associated with the Red Fort blast investigation. The order was issued by Chief Judicial Magistrate Tapasya Agarwal at the Saket court earlier…
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After a phase dominated by action spectacles and thrillers, Bollywood appears to be returning to its roots as romance takes centre stage in 2026. Encouraged by the success of recent love stories, filmmakers are once again investing heavily in emotionally driven narratives, with several high-profile projects lined up for release this year. Among the most…
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A tense political face-off unfolded in the Lok Sabha as Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav locked horns over the issue of reservations, particularly concerning Muslim women, during discussions on key legislation linked to women’s representation. The debate comes at a time when the government is pushing forward a set…
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A minor ground incident involving two commercial aircraft was reported at Indira Gandhi International Airport on Thursday afternoon, when planes operated by Akasa Air and SpiceJet came into contact while taxiing near Terminal 1. The occurrence took place around 2:15 pm during routine aircraft movement on the runway. According to initial information, the Akasa Air…
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In a significant address during the special session of Parliament, Narendra Modi strongly advocated for the passage of the Women’s Reservation Bill, stressing that the proposed law would ensure fairness and strengthen democratic decision-making across the country. Speaking in the Lok Sabha, the Prime Minister urged all political parties to rise above differences and support…
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