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Manipur BJP MLA urges Congress MP Bimol Akoijam to clear sexual harassment allegations in court
Bimol Akoijam has been dismissed from Jawaharlal Nehru University over allegations of sexual harassment. Supporters in Manipur are protesting against these accusations, claiming he is being targeted for political reasons. Tongbram Robindro Singh has urged Akoijam to seek legal recourse to clear his name. Manipur BJP president A Sharda Devi has submitted a memorandum to the President regarding this issue.
IIT Bombay students say stir only for reform, not shielding academic misconduct; Doolla suspended only from deanship
IIT Bombay students clarified their protest sought institutional reforms after a student's death. The student representatives engaged with the Director regarding their comprehensive set of demands. Professor Suryanarayana Doolla's administrative duties were suspended during the ongoing investigation. Sahil Wakode's family alleged caste-based harassment and sought a thorough CBI inquiry. The Mumbai Police Crime Branch has now officially taken over the investigation.
ChatGPT or foreigner bride? Grandmother's innocent reaction while talking to AI about her grandson divides the internet. 'Don't do this'
An Indian grandmother’s innocent conversation with ChatGPT has gone viral after she was led to believe that the AI voice assistant was a foreign woman who could become her grandson’s bride. While many viewers found her warm and genuine reaction adorable, others criticised the prank, saying it was unfair to make fun of an elderly woman who did not understand she was speaking to AI.
Mamata slams NIA over Malda gherao, alleges harassment of locals while culprits evade action
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee alleges the NIA is targeting innocent locals in Malda. She states the real culprits behind the judicial officer gherao have escaped. Banerjee urged voters to approach tribunals for name re-inclusion in voter lists. She warned against provocations, accusing the BJP of instigating violence and using central agencies.
Arbitrary arrests, harassment of youth, targeted use of bulldozers will only alienate people of J&K: National Conference
The National Conference, in its first working committee meeting since forming the government in Jammu and Kashmir, reaffirmed its commitment to restoring special status and statehood. Led by Farooq Abdullah and Omar Abdullah, the NC welcomed the India-Pakistan ceasefire and urged sustained peace.
Ensure innocent people are not harassed during action against terror, Mehbooba Mufti asks Amit Shah
Mehbooba Mufti urged Home Minister Amit Shah to prevent the harassment of innocent Kashmiris during the crackdown on the terror ecosystem. She highlighted the cooperation of locals, citing instances where they aided tourists and shared the nation's grief.
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Resolution condemning Pahalgam attack passed at all-party meeting in Jammu and Kashmir
An all-party meeting led by Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah condemned the Pahalgam attack. The meeting passed a resolution against the violence. It urged states and union territories to protect Kashmiris from harassment. The resolution honored Syed Adil Hussain Shah's sacrifice. It also commended Kashmiris for their support to tourists. The meeting called for unity and peace.

Take strict action against panchayats banning entry of Muslim traders in villages: Nuh MLA Aftab Ahmed
Haryana Congress MLA Aftab Ahmed has asked for strict action to be taken by the government against village panchayats in the state that have allegedly banned Muslim traders from entering them. After communal tension in parts of Haryana, letters purportedly written by sarpanches (village heads) have appeared online banning Muslims from conducting business in their communities.

If we are at fault.... will face punishment: Wrestler Bajrang Punia
The wrestlers are demanding the removal of Brij Bhushan in the light of allegations of sexual harassment by women grapplers and overall the federation, was hopeful of getting justice from the Supreme Court as there is no one above the law. Punia and the other wrestlers are willing to go back once justice is served.

Don't harass innocents in Poonch attack investigation: Farooq Abdullah
Five Army personnel were killed and another was seriously injured after their vehicle was attacked by terrorists in Poonch district Thursday. The soldiers were from a Rashtriya Rifles unit deployed for counter-terror operations. Abdullah also expressed surprise that Eid prayers were not allowed at the Jamia Masjid.

Journalists should not be jailed for 'what they write, tweet and say': UN spokesperson on Zubair's arrest
Zubair was arrested by the Delhi Police on Monday over an "objectionable tweet" he had posted in 2018 against a Hindu deity.

Uttar Pradesh steps up vigil, imposes section 144 in Kanpur, Lucknow
Section 144 was already in force in Kanpur until July 31, but was also imposed in Lucknow till July 10, with the order laying special emphasis on prohibition of such activities that can stoke communal flare ups or aid any form of riots, like disallowing people to stick religious posters.

Need to ensure that no innocent person is harassed in the name of insurgency operations: Sarbananda Sonowal
Sonowal chaired the inaugural session of the strategy group meeting of Unified Command structure in Guwahati and underlined the importance of the Unified Command mechanism in bringing peace to the state while maintaining law and order situation.

SC refers central government’s plea to review ruling on SC/ST Act to larger bench
SC order intended to prevent misuse of law seen working against community, says govt.

Large numbers of NRC objections filed in cyclo-styled manner, in violation of law: Congress
Congress stated, “It was reported in that around 1300 Objections were filed up to 30.12.2018. But the number rose up to more than 2.5 lakh on the last date, i.e. 31/12/2018"

Genpact, 7 staffers booked over exec’s suicide
The people named in the complaint have been accused of abetting suicide of the executive, Munish Chauhan, a police official said.

Sotheby’s goes ahead with first India auction, drops MD’s name from invite
Bhatia, a former executive with luxury goods conglomerate LVMH, has been sent on indefinite leave following the allegations.

Kathua rape and murder: BJP, Hindu Ekta Manch question chargesheet, demand CBI probe
Earlier on Thursday, J&K chief minister Mehbooba Mufti said, “The Law will not be obstructed by the irresponsible actions & statements of a group of people."

Pakistan protests as pilgrims denied visas for Ajmer
India’s move follows allegations levelled by the neighbouring country saying its diplomatic staff was harassed in Islamabad. Accusations of shelling along the J&K border also surfaced.

3 hardcore Maoists surrender in Orissa
The trio - identified as Muka Kunjami, Mukunda Sodi and Budra Kunjami were involved in several offences including murder, blasting of government buildings, the SP said.

Cops raiding hotels: Privacy of innocent persons should not be invaded, says HC
On August 6, the police had cracked down on hotels and bars in Malwani area of Mumbai and imposed fine on several couples on charges of indecency.

Lawyer moves Bombay HC seeking FIR against self-styled godwoman Radhe Maa
Advocate Falguni Brahmbhatt, the petitioner, said she moved the court after the suburban Borivali police failed to take action on her complaint.

Pakistan working on agenda to separate Jammu and Kashmir from India: BJP
"The anti-India agenda of Pakistan is to work against Indian interest and they are still working on this agenda to separate the state of J&K from India," Jaitley said.

Falsely implicated persons should be compensated by government
Such framing of innocents actually endangers national security while officials of agencies who have so — deliberately or not —bungled are often rewarded for their “success”.

BJP hits out at Shinde's remark on minorities; says arrests should be made on the basis of crime
"I don't understand what is wrong with Shinde. Why should you identify religion of criminals? It's a dangerous trend," Prakash Javadekar of BJP said.

Riots unfortunate, will never allowed to be repeated: Mulayam Singh Yadav
Terming as unfortunate the riots in Muzaffarnagar and adjoining areas in which over 60 people were killed, Mulayam today assured that such incidents will never allowed to be repeated.

Terror detention directive was for all minorities: Sushilkumar Shinde
Shinde today insisted that his directive to states to ensure that no innocents are wrongfully detained in the name of terror was not specific to Muslims and he meant youths from all minority communities.

Why iGate is right on sacking CEO Phaneesh Murthy
Companies will enhance their reputation by taking firm, consistent action to enforce the policies most have already put in place.
Narendra Modi is 'terrorist number one': Bukhari
Shahi Imam of Jama Masjid Syed Ahmad Bukhari today made a scathing attack on Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi, describing him as the "terrorist number one" in the country.
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