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Narendra Modi, Donald Trump and Pope Francis most followed world leaders on Twitter

Twiplomacy Study 2018 shows Sushma Swaraj is the most popular among women leaders; MEA is the third most followed foreign ministry in the world.

Two CRPF jawans killed in Kashmir militant attack

The two CRPF jawans killed were identified as assistant sub-inspector Meena and constable Sandeep.

Section 377: Words of Supreme Court judges that have sparked hope in India’s homosexuals

The top court has taken a compassionate view of the plight of India's gay community, which has suffered deep stigma on account of an archaic law.

Uttarakhand CM promises bill on death penalty for child rapists in next assembly session

MP, Rajasthan and Haryana have already approved the provision of capital punishment for those who rape girls aged 12 or less.

Sikh girl in Kashmir stabbed for ‘refusal to convert to Islam’, alleges father

The issue is likely to acquire political colour with Akali leader Manjinder Singh Sirsa expected to visit Srinagar Friday to meet the victim.

Muzaffarnagar riots: Withdrawal of 131 cases by Yogi govt challenged in top court

Petitioner, a riot victim, has sought transfer of the cases to Delhi or any other place for fair trial.

Delhi HC to hear plea that alleges Sacred Games defames Rajiv Gandhi

The plea was filed claiming incorrect depictions of Bofors case, Shah Bano case, Babri Masjid case and communal riots.

LGBTQ will not be ostracised once Sec 377 is declared unconstitutional: Supreme Court

The top court noted that discrimination against the LGBTQ community has also adversely impacted their mental health.

Two IndiGo Flights narrowly avoid collision over Bengaluru airspace, all passengers safe

The Hyderabad-bound plane had 162 passengers while the other aircraft was carrying 166 passengers.

Explain why BCCI should not be under RTI Act, CIC asks sports ministry

Central Information Commission has directed BCCI and Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports to explain.

On Camera

Ghatkopar hoarding collapse a typical Mumbai disaster—too many agencies, no one to blame

As per the BMC, there are 1,025 officially approved hoardings in the city right now. However, any Mumbaikar can tell you that number is a ludicrous underestimate.

India’s GDP to grow at 6.9% in 2024 — UN agency revises its January projection of 6.2%

Latest report by UN Department of Economic and Social Affairs says global growth to be faster than estimated earlier & India’s 'robust performance' to boost South Asia’s growth.

Spain denies port call to vessel carrying shipment of ‘arms to Israel from India’

The Spanish foreign minister says 'the Middle East does not need more weapons, it needs more peace'. Spain has been very critical of Israel’s offensive in Gaza.

Abki baar 90 paar for Congress? Why even 30 more seats will ruffle BJP

Discussion about outcome of Lok Sabha polls continues to boil in cauldron of expectations only from BJP. Now reverse this equation, what if we asked about the performance of the 'loser'?