Amarjit Pappu Dhillon

​​A Bench led by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi pronounced the verdict on Wednesday after reserving judgment this year in January following extensive hearings in the matter. The petitions had challenged the legality of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise undertaken by the ECI, arguing that the process went beyond the powers granted to the poll body under Article 326 of the Constitution, the Representation of the People Act, 1950, and the rules framed under it.

Tensions erupted in Mira Road over goats kept in a housing society ahead of Bakri Eid. Following viral videos and an injury, authorities removed around 40-50 goats. Local residents and politicians emphasized the need for designated sacrifice sites, with a former MP calling for a ban on society premises. Leaders urged peaceful celebrations.

The US President has urged Muslim allies to join the 2020 Abraham Accords as part of the ongoing Iran negotiations. Pakistan has long resisted external pressure to recognise Israel, but how it navigates this latest challenge amid warming ties with the Trump administration is yet to be seen

Indian Air Force helicopters are battling a major forest fire in Himachal Pradesh's Kasauli. Mi-17 and Chinook choppers are dousing flames in inaccessible areas, even ferrying water from Sukhna Lake. Thick smoke billowed from the scenic town's forests, including orchards and oak trees, as authorities continue efforts to control the blaze.

Glenn Phillips reacted angrily after Gujarat Titans’ 92-run loss to RCB in IPL 2026 Qualifier 1. When a reporter asked if GT had mentally given up while chasing 255, Phillips called it a “silly” and “terrible” question, insisting professional cricketers never quit. He admitted scoreboard pressure hurt GT after early wickets, but said the team must now stay calm and prepare for the Eliminator.

In a troubling turn of events, Paris finds itself at the center of a child abuse controversy, with reports surpassing 100 allegations of mistreatment and sexual assault within schools. Fueled by the Gisèle Pelicot case, concerned parents are pushing for thorough investigations and accountability from authorities.

Delhi Gymkhana was a dispensation from the state to those who ran the state. But it served a function: a place for making deals quietly. The eviction order is today’s India telling yesterday’s India, your time’s up

Cloudflare is laying off over 1,100 employees, about 20% of its workforce, to restructure around AI adoption. CEO Matthew Prince explained the cuts target 'measurers' – roles like middle management and operations – as AI enhances efficiency. He believes AI will boost productivity for 'builders' and 'sellers', allowing greater investment in growth areas.

The ruling marks another setback for the entrepreneur, who is already facing legal challenges from overseas investors across multiple jurisdictions. In the United States, lenders are attempting to recover losses tied to a soured $1.2 billion loan.