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Sabarimala case hearing: SC says- ‘Temple entry curbs not good for Hinduism’; flags concerns over religious exclusivity
Sabarimala case hearing: SC says- ‘Temple entry curbs not good for Hinduism’; flags concerns over religious exclusivity

Sabarimala case hearing: The Supreme Court (SC) on Thursday underlined the importance of social unity while hearing the case related to curbs imposed at the Sabarimala temple in Kerala, cautioning that exclusionary practices in temples could leave an adverse impact on Hinduism as a whole.  On the third day of the proceedings, Justice BV Nagarathna emphasised that restricting access to temples based on denomination could result in fragmentation…

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Amid lack of textbooks, CBSE orders immediate rollout of third language for Class 6; schools given 7-day deadline
Amid lack of textbooks, CBSE orders immediate rollout of third language for Class 6; schools given 7-day deadline

CBSE third language rule: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) on Thursday mandated the immediate introduction of a third language for Class 6 students from the academic year 2026-27, instructing all affiliated schools to comply within seven days. The move comes amid the absence of prescribed textbooks.  In a circular issued on April 9, the board directed the schools to treat the directive as ‘urgent and mandatory,’…

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Dhurandhar 2’s OTT release likely by mid-May; Delhi HC sends filmmakers to mediation amid song row
Dhurandhar 2’s OTT release likely by mid-May; Delhi HC sends filmmakers to mediation amid song row

Dhurandhar 2 OTT release: The Delhi High Court (HC) on Thursday referred a high-profile copyright dispute involving the film, Dhurandhar 2, to mediation, paving the way for both parties to resolve the matter amicably. The legal tussle, which ensued between Trimurti Films and B62 Studios, is centred on the song Rang De Lal (Oye Oye), which has been alleged to be a remix of Oye Oye Tirchhi Topiwale…

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SC brings ‘Mahabharata-like’ marital battle to an end after 10 yrs, orders husband to pay Rs 5 cr alimony
SC brings ‘Mahabharata-like’ marital battle to an end after 10 yrs, orders husband to pay Rs 5 cr alimony

10-year-old marriage dissolved: The Supreme Court of India on Wednesday dissolved a marriage after nearly a decade of the couple parting ways with each other, bringing an end to what it described as a ‘matrimonial battle of Mahabharata proportions.’ While making the striking verdict, the court saw that the estranged couple had been entangled in more than 80 cases over the years.  Bench orders husband to pay permanent…

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RBI April 2026 Policy: No Change in Rates
RBI April 2026 Policy: No Change in Rates

RBI MPC April 2026: Policy Rate on Hold, Growth‑Inflation Tightrope RBI MPC April 2026 repo rate : The Reserve Bank of India’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) on 8 April 2026 kept the benchmark repo rate unchanged at 5.25%, reaffirming a neutral stance amid rising inflation risks and global uncertainties. This decision marks the second consecutive policy pause in the current cycle, following a cumulative 125 basis points of…

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Salman Khan-starrer ‘Maatrubhumi’ suffers delay after reshoots, release likely in June 2026
Salman Khan-starrer ‘Maatrubhumi’ suffers delay after reshoots, release likely in June 2026

Maatrubhumi release date: Salman Khan’s much-awaited war drama, Maatrubhumi, earlier titled ‘The Battle of Galwan,’ has encountered another setback, as its release has likely been pushed to June from May 2026. The Apoorva Lakhia directorial has undergone extensive reshoots following inputs from authorities, delaying its theatrical release.  Defence inputs prompt creative overhaul Notably, the film is inspired by the Galwan Valley clash between India and China. Sources indicated…

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Allu Arjun birthday: Fan frenzy turns chaotic outside star’s house, police resort to lathi charge to maintain order
Allu Arjun birthday: Fan frenzy turns chaotic outside star’s house, police resort to lathi charge to maintain order

Allu Arjun birthday: Telugu icon Allu Arjun’s 44th birthday celebrations took a chaotic turn in Hyderabad on Wednesday, as the police were forced to resort to lathi charge after an unruly crowd gathered outside his residence in the city’s Jubilee Hills area. Notably, fans began congregating outside the actor’s house from Tuesday night, hoping to greet him in person. Many of them showed up with placards, banners and…

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WhatsApp testing username feature for Android, iOS; here’s how it will benefit users
WhatsApp testing username feature for Android, iOS; here’s how it will benefit users

WhatsApp username feature rollout: Messaging giant WhatsApp is rolling out a major feature aimed at concealing their phone numbers. The platform is testing a username-based system, enabling people to chat, call and communicate without revealing their phone numbers. The feature is currently available to a limited group of users on both Android and iOS, and is designed to enhance privacy while preserving WhatsApp’s seamless user experience.  Users can…

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“Using ‘Bas**rd in heated argument does not amount to obscenity”, rules Supreme Court
“Using ‘Bas**rd in heated argument does not amount to obscenity”, rules Supreme Court

Saying Bas**rd not obscenity: The Supreme Court of India, in a landmark ruling on criminal jurisprudence, has held that hurling abuses such as ‘bas**rd’ during an altercation does not constitute obscenity under Section 294 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). A bench comprising Justice PS Narasimha and Justice Manoj Misra noted that for an offence under Section 294 to be made out, the words must carry a clear…

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share market update 8 april 2026: Todays Market Updates  
share market update 8 april 2026: Todays Market Updates  

Share market update 8 april 2026: After the announcement of 2 weeks ceasefire the Stock market has closed today with a increase of 509.73 points at 74616.58 and the Nifty closed with a increase of 155.40 points at 23123.65. In today’s trading also , geopolitical tension across the border was seen, the prices of Crude oil have gone down to 95 dollars per barrel and are more likely…

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