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India Plans Safety Audits for DDA Buildings Older Than 50 Years
Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar has announced that the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs is evaluating a proposal to assess the structural safety of aging DDA buildings. The plan targets all Delhi Development Authority constructions that are over 50 years old. The initiative reflects growing government concern over the condition of older urban housing stock in the capital. No timeline or implementation details have been officially confirmed yet.
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Jharkhand HC: Night home entry and lifting clothes not attempted rape
The Jharkhand High Court has ruled that entering a woman's home at night and lifting her clothes does not constitute an attempt to commit rape. The court drew a clear legal distinction between outraging a woman's modesty and attempted rape, two separate offenses under Indian law. While upholding the conviction for outraging modesty, the court reduced the sentence to the period already served by the accused. The judgment clarifies the legal threshold required to establish a charge of attempted rape in such cases.
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Delhi Destroys 2,800 Kg of Unsafe Food in Pre-Festive Safety Drive
Delhi's food safety authorities destroyed over 2,800 kg of unsafe food items ahead of the festive season. Inspection teams conducted raids across several major markets, including Khoya Mandi, Mori Gate, Bagh Deewar, Sanjay Market, and Janakpuri Mandi. The drive focused on identifying suspected adulteration, substandard storage conditions, and poor-quality products being sold to consumers. The crackdown reflects heightened vigilance during the festive period, when demand for food products typically surges.
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Vimal Elaichi Maker Challenges Delhi HC Over Food Body Notices to Brand Ambassadors
PB Agro, the maker of Vimal Elaichi, has approached the Delhi High Court in response to notices issued by a food regulatory body against three actors endorsing its cardamom product. The company stated that it hires well-known actors to promote the Vimal brand and has formal endorsement agreements in place with them. PB Agro asserted that its advertising campaign fully complies with all applicable laws and regulations. The legal move comes amid growing scrutiny of celebrity endorsements by food and consumer protection authorities in India.
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Saeed Ajmal blasts PCB management, says Pakistan cricket has regressed a decade
Former Pakistan spinner Saeed Ajmal has launched a sharp critique of the Pakistan Cricket Board, claiming its mismanagement has demoralised players and hindered their growth. He specifically held bowling coach Aaqib Javed and team director Mike Hesson responsible for the national side's persistent poor form. His remarks come as Pakistan suffered a Test series whitewash at the hands of England. Despite the backlash, PCB chairman has defended the board's recent decisions made in response to the Test defeat.
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Oxford Museum to Repatriate 39 Colonial-Era Human Remains to Naga People
Oxford University's Pitt Rivers Museum has confirmed plans to return 39 colonial-era human remains to the Naga people. The decision follows the university's approval of a restitution request submitted by the Forum for Naga Reconciliation (FNR). The museum is currently preparing for the repatriation process. The institution holds the world's largest collection of Naga artefacts, making this a significant step in addressing colonial-era acquisitions.
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Prince Harry works on undisclosed project at London studio amid royal status update
Prince Harry spent a full day at a London studio working on an unspecified project. During the visit, he signed the studio's celebrity wall, a customary gesture for notable guests. The visit coincided with a clarification from King Charles regarding Harry and Meghan's royal standing. A formal letter confirmed that the couple no longer hold the status of working royals. They will additionally not use their His and Her Royal Highness titles going forward.
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Wrestler-turned-thrower Seema Kaliramna eyes Asian Games after CWG bronze
Indian athlete Seema Kaliramna made a remarkable return to competition just 11 months after giving birth to her son Rudra, having battled severe arthritis that left her unable to walk even short distances. Coached by her husband Ravinder, she gradually rebuilt her fitness and competitive form. Her throw distance improved from 57.19m in 2024 to a personal best of 59.73m this year, earning her a bronze medal at the Commonwealth Games. She is now targeting the upcoming Asian Games as a stepping stone toward qualifying for the Olympics.
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Russia Resumes Attacks on Ukraine After Brief Ceasefire During US Envoy Visits
Russia has resumed its strikes on Ukraine after a three-day pause ordered by President Vladimir Putin. The temporary halt coincided with visits by US President Donald Trump's envoys, Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, to both Russian and Ukrainian officials over the weekend. The envoys were engaged in diplomatic discussions aimed at addressing the ongoing conflict. The resumption of strikes signals that no lasting ceasefire agreement was reached during the diplomatic outreach.
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Delhi LG Orders Week-Long Student Housing Safety Audit After PG Building Collapse
Delhi's Lieutenant Governor has directed authorities to conduct a comprehensive audit of student housing facilities within one week. The order follows a recent building collapse involving a paying guest accommodation in Delhi. The incident has raised serious concerns about structural safety standards in privately run student residences. Many students rely on such PG accommodations due to limited hostel capacity at universities. The audit aims to assess the safety of buildings currently being used to house students across the city.
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5 Officials Suspended After Delhi PG Building Collapse Kills Seven Near DU
A building housing a boys' paying-guest accommodation near Delhi University's South Campus collapsed, killing seven people. The incident occurred while repair work was being carried out on the structure. Following the tragedy, five officials have been suspended in connection with the collapse. A court has stepped in, ordering a high-level inquiry into the matter to determine accountability and lapses.
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