Author: Santosh

Medha Patkar Sentenced to 5 Months in a year-old Defamation Case Against Delhi LG

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A Delhi court on Monday sentenced social activist Medha Patkar to five months of simple imprisonment. This sentence is the culmination of a 24-year-old defamation case brought against her by VK Saxena, now the Lieutenant Governor of Delhi. The court also ordered Patkar to pay Rs 10 lakh in damages to Saxena. The Long-Standing Legal Battle Patkar’s legal troubles date back to 2000 when she filed a lawsuit against Saxena for publishing advertisements that were critical of her and the Narmada Bachao Andolan (NBA), an environmental movement she was leading.…

Rahul Gandhi Sparks Uproar in Lok Sabha: Challenges RSS, BJP, and PM Modi

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On Monday, Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of the Opposition, launched a scathing attack on the ruling BJP in the Lok Sabha. He accused those identifying as Hindus of perpetuating “violence and hate” round the clock. This remark triggered significant protests from the treasury benches, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasizing that labeling the entire Hindu society as violent is a grave accusation. Clarification and Defense Gandhi quickly clarified that his comments were specifically directed at the BJP, Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), and Prime Minister Modi, not at the entire Hindu…

India to Host Global IndiaAI Summit 2024 in New Delhi

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India is preparing to host the Global IndiaAI Summit 2024 in New Delhi on July 3-4. This prestigious event, organized by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, aims to bring together international experts in artificial intelligence to foster collaboration and knowledge exchange. The summit underscores India’s commitment to ethical and inclusive AI development. A Confluence of Experts The Ministry of Electronics and IT has announced that the summit will be a significant convergence for stakeholders from various sectors, including science, industry, civil society, governments, international organizations, and academia. These…

Rohit Sharma Leads India to Historic T20 World Cup Win, Announces Retirement

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Throughout the T20 World Cup campaign, captain Rohit Sharma demonstrated unwavering focus and composure. From New York to Barbados, he kept his team motivated and united. The culmination of this journey was an emotional moment on the hallowed turf of Kensington Oval, Barbados, where India clinched the World Cup title. After the final ball was bowled, Rohit, overcome with joy, slumped to the ground, repeatedly thumping the turf in sheer elation. A Long-Awaited Victory This victory ended a 13-year wait for India, making them the first team to win the…

General Upendra Dwivedi Assumes Command as New Indian Army Chief

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General Upendra Dwivedi has officially taken over as the new Chief of the Indian Army. This transition follows the retirement of General Manoj C Pande on June 30th. Dwivedi, who previously served as the Vice Chief of the Army Staff, has now stepped into the top position, leading the Indian Army. Background and Previous Roles Before his promotion, General Dwivedi held several key positions within the Indian Army. Notably, he served as the Chief of the Army’s Northern Command, which oversees operations in Jammu and Kashmir and along the strategic…

New Era in Criminal Justice: Major Overhaul of Indian Laws

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Starting today, India ushers in a significant transformation of its criminal justice system with the implementation of three new laws: the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, and the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam. These laws replace the long-standing British-era Indian Penal Code, Code of Criminal Procedure, and Indian Evidence Act, respectively. This shift marks a departure from colonial legacy, aiming to modernize and expedite justice delivery. End of British-Era Laws The new criminal laws, which come into effect across the country, are set to replace the outdated British-era statutes. The…

Hindenburg Receives Show Cause Notice from SEBI

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Hindenburg Research has publicly dismissed as ‘nonsense’ a purported show cause notice from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI). The notice alleges that the short-selling hedge fund engaged in fraudulent and unfair trade practices concerning trading in Adani Enterprises’ stock and violated Indian regulations. The US-based investment research firm asserted on its website that the notice from SEBI has been “concocted to serve a pre-ordained purpose: an attempt to silence and intimidate those who expose corruption and fraud perpetrated by the most powerful individuals in India.” It added that SEBI appeared to be…

Data Safeguard Expands Footprint in India with Inauguration of New R&D Center in Bhubaneswar, Odisha

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Santa Clara, CA, USA/Bhubaneswar, Odisha – February 12, 2024 – Data Safeguard, a global leader in AI-powered data privacy compliance and synthetic fraud prevention solutions, has marked a significant milestone with the successful opening of its new Research and Development (R&D) Center in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. The inauguration ceremony, held today, highlights Data Safeguard’s commitment to innovation, global expansion, and the development of local talent.   Led by Founder and CEO Mr. Sudhir Sahu and a team of Co-Founders, Data Safeguard is renowned for its advanced AI-powered Software as a Service (SaaS) products, ensuring…

University of Cincinnati investigates fibroid growth pain

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Exploring the growth mechanisms of uterine tumors could provide optimism for the numerous women enduring the agony of fibroids. Approximately 8 out of 10 women experience the development of noncancerous fibroids in their uterus, leading to symptoms such as pain, excessive bleeding, and infertility. Scientists at the University of Cincinnati have identified that fibroid cells employ distinct signaling pathways compared to uterine cells.  Stacey Schutte, an assistant professor of biomedical engineering at UC’s College of Engineering and Applied Science, said, “That’s important for identifying therapeutic targets because we want to…

Kavach Deployed On 1465 Route Km & 139 Locomotives

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Kavach is an indigenously developed Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system. Kavach  is a highly technology intensive system, which requires safety certification of highest order. Kavach aids the loco pilot in train running within specified speed limits by automatic application of brakes in case Loco Pilot fails to do so and also help the train safely run during inclement weather. The first field trials on the passenger trains were started in February 2016. Based on the experience so gained and Independent Safety Assessment of the system by a 3rd party (Independent…