Akshita Kapoor

[ad_1] Karnataka CM siddaramaiah NEW DELHI: Any decision taken by the Karnataka government on increasing reservation on the basis of its caste census for socially and educationally backward communities and those who are inadequately represented will have a tough time passing judicial muster, as many such laws framed by other states have failed.Though Supreme Court, while upholding Centre's decision to provide 10% quota for economically weaker sections (EWS) by a 3-2 majority, had said "50% cap on quota is not inflexible and inviolable for all times to come", the controversial issue cannot be said to have been authoritatively adjudicated with the majority verdict adding a rider that the cap applied only to SC/ST/OBC reservation and the dissent verdict of two judges refusing to go into the issue of the cap as the matter was pending in court for adjudication in […]

[ad_1] BENGALURU: Karnataka govt is facing growing internal pressure after the leak of the caste census report that has sparked strong opposition from different quarters. Ahead of the special cabinet meeting scheduled on Thursday to discuss the report in detail, senior netas from the influential Vokkaliga and Lingayat caste groups have called meetings of their respective communities. Both communities maintain that their respective proportions in total population is much more than what the report has estimated.Deputy CM and PCC chief DK Shivakumar called a special meeting of Congress MLAs from Vokkaliga community Tuesday to address their concerns. "We will have a discussion with them (Vokkaliga legislators) and suggest ways to ensure everyone is respected without hurting anyone's sentiments," Shivakumar said, adding govt will not take any 'hasty decision'.Forest minister Eshwar Khandre, who is a Lingayat, said: "The opinion of the […]

[ad_1] CPM MLA M Y Tarigami (Image Credit: X/@tarigami) SRINAGAR: BJP and central government were not allowing the Omar Abdullah government to function freely, CPM MLA M Y Tarigami said on Monday, while demanding the restoration of people’s rights and full statehood to Jammu and Kashmir.“After the abrogation of Article 370, executive orders domicile laws, restriction on media and intimidation of government employees have become commonplace in J&K,” Tarigami said at a press conference in Srinagar. He said despite these “oppressive measures”, people turned out in large numbers in the assembly elections held in Oct 2024 after a gap of seven years and elected a government of their choice. “Instead of respecting this democratic verdict, the BJP-led central government continues to undermine it,” he alleged.NC had won a massive democratic mandate, which must be respected, the Left neta said. Asked […]

[ad_1] Nvidia on Monday unveiled plans to manufacture its most advanced artificial intelligence supercomputer chips entirely within the United States for the first time, marking a new milestone for the tech giant amid intensifying global trade tensions.According to AFP, the California-based chipmaker will begin producing its top-tier GPUs, known as Blackwell, at TSMC facilities in Arizona. Simultaneously, new supercomputer plants are being developed in Texas through strategic partnerships with manufacturing giants Foxconn and Wistron. Full-scale production is expected to ramp up over the next 12 to 15 months.“The engines of the world’s AI infrastructure are being built in the United States for the first time,” said Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang in a blog post. “Adding American manufacturing helps us better meet the incredible and growing demand for AI chips and supercomputers, strengthens our supply chain and boosts our resiliency.”The move […]

[ad_1] Vancouver Canucks (via Getty Images) The Vancouver Canucks, powered by Elias Pettersson and Quinn Hughes, are hoping to finish on a high note against the San Jose Sharks in their second-to-last regular season game. The Vancouver Canucks have two games remaining in the regular season and are well-positioned to finish strong. Head coach Rick Tocchet opted for a talented forward group as the Vancouver Canucks were set to take on the San Jose Sharks.Vancouver Canucks overload top six with Quinn Hughes, Pius Suter, and Brock Boeser leading powerplay lines The Canucks are expected to ice a deep, well-rounded lineup, and their recent trend indicates they will dominate much of the play at home. Jake DeBrusk, Pius Suter, and Conor Garland make up the top lines, and Vancouver has depth in the way of young centres like Aatu Raty and […]

[ad_1] Should minorities remain backward? Karnataka CM defends quota for Muslims as PM Modi attacks 'appeasement policy' NEW DELHI: Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah on Monday defended his government's move to provide 4% quota for Muslims in public contracts hours after Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the attack against the Congress accusing the grand-old-party of politics of appeasement.At a rally in Hisar, the Prime Minister accused the Congress of going against the Constitution and alleged that the party followed a policy of appeasement which "pleased" only a few "fundamentalists" from among Muslims, while the rest of the community remained neglected, illiterate and poor."Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar advocated there should be no reservation on the basis of religion and the Constitution also bars it, but the Congress government in Karnataka gave reservation in tenders on the basis of religion by "snatching away" the […]

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Fugitive jeweller Mehul Choksi made arrested in Belgium had made headlines four years ago when he had claimed abduction from the Caribbean island in May 2021. Later a detailed police report from Antigua supported his statement, identifying Hungarian national Barbara Jarabik and Gurdip Bath as prime conspirators in the plot. The report, accessed by TOI, provided a chilling account of the events that led to Choksi’s sudden appearance in Dominica.Kidnapped from a villa, taken by boatAccording to the report, Choksi was lured to a rented villa in Jolly Harbour by Barbara Jarabik under the pretense of a dinner invitation on May 23, 2021. Upon arrival, he was ambushed by a group of around 10 men, believed to be of Indian and local origin. He was reportedly gagged, bound to a wheelchair, and assaulted before being transported by […]

[ad_1] Bengal BJP chief writes to governor amid violence over Waqf law NEW DELHI: West Bengal BJP chief Sukanta Majumdar on Monday wrote to governor CV Ananda Bose amid the cases of violence being reported in parts of the state on the back of anti-Waqf law protests.Expressing deep concern over the tense atmosphere in riot-hit Murshidabad, Majumdar urged the governor to intervene and ensure restoration and peace and normalcy in the affected areas.Majumdar claimed that the violence in Murshidabad has led to the "forced displacement of hundreds of families, many of whom have sought refuge across the Bhagirathi River in the Malda district".He also sought a judicial inquiry into the violence "to identify and bring to justice the perpetrators of these heinous acts"."I humbly urge you to intervene in this matter and ensure the following: (I) Immediate restoration of peace […]

[ad_1] Pohela Boishakh, or Bengali New Year, is a vibrant and culturally rich festival celebrated with great enthusiasm in West Bengal and by Bengali communities worldwide. It is the first day of the Bengali calendar, a time for new beginnings, traditional feasts, colorful attire, cultural performances, and warm wishes. It also brings the freshness of spring and the spirit of cultural pride. Streets come alive with processions, songs of Rabindranath Tagore echo in the air, and people greet one another with heartfelt “Subho Noboborsho.” It is a day of reconnecting with one’s roots, enjoying traditional delicacies like panta bhaat and ilish maach, and seeking blessings for a brighter future. Whether you are near or far, sharing warm wishes and messages is a beautiful way to stay connected with your loved ones and spread joy during this auspicious occasion.Heartfelt Pohela Boishakh […]

[ad_1] MS Dhoni (Pic credit: IPL) NEW DELHI: MS Dhoni etched his name even deeper into IPL history on Monday as he became the first player to record 200 dismissals in the tournament. The Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain achieved the remarkable feat during their clash against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) at the Ekana Stadium.Dhoni reached the milestone in the 14th over when he stumped Ayush Badoni off Ravindra Jadeja’s bowling. The veteran wicketkeeper was lightning-quick behind the stumps, collecting a quicker delivery cleanly and whipping off the bails in a flash. The TV umpire confirmed that Dhoni’s gloves were fully behind the stumps, validating the stumping — his 46th in IPL.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!The 43-year-old, playing his 271st IPL match, has now taken 201 dismissals, including 155 catches and 46 stumpings. He later […]