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CULT trademark under legal cloud as co-founder seeks cancellation ahead of Cult.fit IPO
Deepak Poduval has filed a petition seeking the cancellation of the CULT trademark registered by Cultfit Healthcare. This legal challenge arises ahead of the company's planned initial public offering, prompting a notice from the Madras High Court. Poduval claims that the documents transferring trademark rights were forged, raising questions about brand ownership. The court has scheduled further hearings to address these claims and the trademark's validity.
'Fourth Amendment doesn't allow it': AI facial recognition mistake lands Nebraska man in jail for 2 weeks; judge allows lawsuit against Kentucky cop
In a significant ruling, a US federal judge has allowed a lawsuit against Detective Ryan Kilmer to advance regarding a wrongful arrest involving Alain Vizcay Osorio. Arrested due to faulty AI facial recognition technology that erroneously identified him, Osorio's case emphasizes the vital protection the Fourth Amendment offers against improper detentions.
India blocked 129 betting websites on basis of fake high court orders: Report
India's government ordered internet providers to block 129 betting websites based on fraudulent high court orders. Investigations have been initiated after it was revealed that these court orders were fake. The Rajasthan and Allahabad High Courts confirmed that the supposed orders did not exist in their records. Concerns about the authenticity of legal documents are growing due to technology advancements.
Congress seeks Supreme Court-monitored probe into Ram temple donation theft case
The Congress has demanded a wider investigation into the alleged theft and misappropriation of donations at the Ram temple in Ayodhya, seeking Supreme Court supervision and public disclosure of all financial records. Citing alleged irregularities and complaints dating back to 2021, party leader Jairam Ramesh questioned the role of temple trust officials and argued that accountability should extend beyond the eight employees arrested in the case.
Sonia Gandhi questioned Rajiv on Shah Bano case, he said he was trying to deal with it fairly
In her new memoir, Sonia Gandhi recalls questioning Rajiv Gandhi over his handling of the Shah Bano case and his attempt to balance religious rights with gender justice. She also revisits the Ayodhya dispute, alleging that the BJP-RSS's actions deepened communal tensions and eventually led to the Babri Masjid's demolition.
The iconic Star Trek VISOR left LeVar Burton nearly blind on set and in constant pain; now 69, he's recovering from hip surgery
LeVar has had several health issues. This also included a hip replacement in February. He had also shared that wearing the iconic VISOR in Star Trek left him with limited visibility and constant pain. LeVar talked about the pain. He said the team redesigned the VISOR during the show's second season. But, it was heavier than the original.
Abhijeet Dipke granted exemption from appearance on medical grounds, court supplies documents
Abhijeet Dipke was granted a medical exemption from appearing in front of the Special Executive Magistrate Court on Tuesday. His lawyer requested this exemption, which was approved by SEM Akhilesh Mishra. The case will resume in court on December 2. Notably, Dipke was arrested on October 16 during a protest in Delhi, and previously faced detention for an incident during air travel.
US flags visa fraud involving sham staffing firms and fake student records, warns applicants
The US State Department has exposed multiple visa fraud schemes involving sham staffing companies, forged employment documents and fake academic records across several international jurisdictions. The cases include fraudulent recruitment of foreign workers, fabricated student exchange applications and falsified criminal records submitted by immigrant visa applicants.
81-year-old Bengaluru CA helps 8 companies send Rs 200 crore overseas, seeks protection from arrest after tax evasion probe, blames staff misused his digital signature
An 81-year-old Bengaluru chartered accountant allegedly issued 163 Form 15CB certificates for eight companies involved in foreign remittances worth Rs 200.58 crore. He claimed his staff misused his digital signature. A Mumbai special court rejected his anticipatory bail plea, questioning the timing of his police complaint.
Wigmakers have bad hair days as Tirumala tresses get dyed
At Tirumala temple in Andhra Pradesh, the collection of natural black hair has significantly decreased in recent years. This decline is attributed to younger women increasingly coloring their hair instead of donating it. Despite the drop, the overall volume of hair donations remains substantial from temple visitors.
Priyank Kharge accuses Centre of misleading public over ethanol blending, alleges violations
Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge claimed the Central government is misleading citizens regarding ethanol blending in petrol. He referred to laboratory reports showing blending levels exceeding announced limits, which he stated benefit certain companies. Kharge highlighted discrepancies in government statements regarding ethanol blending being an experiment only. He also addressed rising prices attributed to the government's policies impacting essential services like public transport.
TheLiverDoc, Deepinder Goyal spar again as doctor dubs Temple’s ‘Entropy’ ‘scienceploitation’
This is the latest in a run of exchanges between the two over the past few days. Philips has led mounting criticism from doctors, while Goyal has publicly defended the product, saying Temple is a fitness and wellness device rather than a medical one.
CBI books Kishore Biyani and FRL in ₹904 crore SBI fraud case
The CBI has registered a case against Future Retail Ltd and its promoters. This is due to the alleged defrauding of State Bank of India amounting to ₹904.32 crore. The FIR was filed following a complaint from SBI on October 9, and a forensic audit was conducted. Multiple premises linked to the promoters were searched, leading to the seizure of documents.
Man books overnight bus, reaches pickup point on time, then watches driver speed past his stop, leaving him behind; company ordered to pay Rs 14,725
A Ballari passenger who booked a Rs 1,725 bus ticket to Hyderabad alleged that the bus missed his pickup point, later broke down and left him unable to attend an urgent office meeting. The Ballari District Consumer Commission ordered the operator to pay Rs 14,725, including compensation and litigation costs.
Fake US officials, forged court orders and gold pick-ups: How a Hyderabad call centre targeted nearly 2 million citizens and stole Rs 261 crore
The Enforcement Directorate has uncovered a fake call centre syndicate that allegedly defrauded US citizens of millions. Investigators arrested seven individuals involved in this international money laundering operation. The syndicate impersonated US federal officials and pressured victims to pay money through various channels. Seized evidence includes forged documents and the personal information of numerous US nationals. The investigation continues to identify additional participants and trace the flow of illegal funds.
Mahadev betting app co-promoter Ravi Uppal arrested in UAE
Uppal, who is wanted in the Mahadev betting syndicate case, allegedly operated the betting network along with fellow promoter Sourabh Chandrakar. The development comes days after Chandrakar was brought to India following his detention in Oman. Like Chandrakar, Uppal too had renounced his Indian passport and taken the citizenship of the Republic of Vanuatu.
Digital recruitment is creating a new cybersecurity risk for employers
Online hiring has made it easier for companies to reach candidates across locations, but it has also exposed recruitment processes to identity fraud, manipulated assessments and misuse of personal information. HR teams are increasingly responsible for protecting the integrity and security of the hiring process.
Shift Periyar statue from temple land to suitable spot: Madras High Court
Madras High Court has instructed the Thanjavur District Collector to relocate a statue of E V Ramasamy Periyar. The statue was installed on temple land without necessary permissions from the authorities. Petitioner Rama Ravikumar sought its removal as recommended by the Joint Commissioner of the HR and CE Department. The court set a four-week deadline for the removal and suitable relocation of the statue.
Supreme Court ends monitoring of Ram Mandir donation theft probe after UP files charge sheet
The Supreme Court concluded the court-monitored investigation on the Ayodhya Ram Mandir donation theft case. This decision came after the Uttar Pradesh government submitted a charge sheet regarding the allegations. The case involved claims of cash misappropriation by individuals during the donation counting process. The Supreme Court allowed petitioners to assist in the trial court proceedings. The trial court has been directed to proceed according to legal protocols.
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