Female student at Chennai’s Anna University accuses professor of sexual harassment; protests erupt on campus

Anna University sexual harassment: A female student enrolled at the Anna University in Chennai on Friday has accused a professor at the institute of sexually harassing her, the police said. According to police, protests erupted on campus and concerns were reignited over student safety. Notably, the incident comes two years after a female student had been sexually assaulted by a biryani vendor in Tamil Nadu.  Survivor alleges repeated…

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Massive avalanche strikes Ladakh, killing 7; Srinagar-Leh highway blocked as rescue ops continue

Ladakh avalanche: As many as seven persons were killed and several others were injured after a massive avalanche struck near Ladakh’s Zoji La, burying multiple vehicles under heavy snow. The incident, as per officials, has led to the closure of the busy Srinagar-Leh highway, disrupting connectivity in the region.  Officials aware of the tragedy confirmed that over a dozen vehicles were either partially or completely buried when multiple…

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Dhurandhar 2 collections: Film shatters lifetime earnings of ‘Jawan’, ‘Kalki 2898 AD’ at 1,080 crore

Dhurandhar 2 collections: Ranveer Singh-starrer ‘Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge’ has turned into a money maker at the box office, storming past the Rs 1000 crore mark globally within just seven days of its release. Lately, the film has eclipsed the lifetime earnings of Shah Rukh Khan’s ‘Jawan’ and ‘Kalki 2898 AD’, fronted by Bollywood heavyweights. Notably, the film has also minted Rs 800 crore in India, cementing it…

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Asst Professor proposes student in front of class at K’taka Medical College, students bash him up; institute suspends him

Professor proposes student video: Tension gripped the Sri Siddhartha Medical College in Karnataka’s Tumkur on Thursday, after an assistant professor allegedly proposed to a female student in front of an entire class, triggering outrage. Following the proposal, the students of the college bashed up the assistant professor on the campus premises, leading to his suspension from the institute and a First Information Report (FIR) registered against him.  Notably,…

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“Live-in relationship not a crime for a married man,” rules Allahabad HC

Live-in relationship court verdict: The Allahabad High Court (HC) drew a line between law and morality while hearing a writ petition filed by a couple seeking protection from alleged threats issued by the woman’s family on Friday. The court ruled that a married man living in a consensual live-in relationship with an adult woman does not constitute a criminal offence, while emphasising that legal rights must remain independent…

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MP CM Dr Yadav meets families of victims who died in Chhindwara bus crash, assures full support

Chhindwara bus accident update: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister (CM) Dr Mohan Yadav on Friday noon paid a visit to the Karer village in Chhindwara district to meet the families of the people who lost their lives in a bus crash in the district on Thursday evening. The Chief Minister consoled the bereaving families and assured them of all possible assistance from the state government’s side.  CM Dr Yadav…

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JEE Main 2026: Session 2 admit cards likely by this date; NTA urges candidates to stay alert

JEE Main 2026: The National Testing Agency (NTA) is slated to release the admit cards for JEE Main 2026 Session 2 in the coming days. The candidates set to take the exam are eagerly awaiting access to the crucial document ahead of the examination, scheduled for early April.  According to the expected timelines, the admit cards are expected to be released between March 28 and March 30, 2026,…

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Maa Siddhidatri: The completeness of Navadurga and the presiding deity of Siddhis: Mahanavami only

Maa Siddhidatri Navratri 2026: It’s not just a single date, but the culmination of a nine-day spiritual journey we began with a resolution on Pratipada. Today’s presiding deity is Maa Siddhidatri. “Siddhidatri” means “Goddess who grants Siddhis.” This form represents not only devotion but also the highest peak of yoga, tantra, and spiritual excellence. The Devi Mahatmya of the Markandeya Purana describes that in ancient times, Lord Shiva…

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Ram Navami 2026: Grand Surya Tilak steals the show at Ayodhya Ram temple, PM Modi offers obeisance virtually

Ram Navami 2026: Ram Navami, the sacred festival, was observed across the nation and in UP’s Ayodhya with immense fervour and devotion on Friday. At the Shri Ram temple in Ayodhya, the festivities saw a footfall of lakhs of devotees from across the country. The highlight of this year’s Ram Navami celebrations was the much-anticipated Surya Tilak ceremony at the grand Ram temple.  5 lakh devotees throng temple…

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