‘Aadu 3’ box office collections day 2: Jayasurya film grows steadily; Crosses Rs 14 crores

‘Aadu 3’ box office collections day 2: Jayasurya film grows steadily; Crosses Rs 14 crores

Jayasurya’s ‘Aadu 3’ is experiencing a positive box office run, with a notable increase in collections on its second day. The film has grossed over Rs 14 crore, driven by improved audience occupancy. Introducing a time-travel plot with dual roles for Jayasurya, the movie garners mixed reviews, praising its music and some comedic moments while…

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Scorpio Horoscope Today, March 21, 2026: Take profit early in risky deals

Scorpio Horoscope Today, March 21, 2026: Take profit early in risky deals

Children’s laughter and good news can instantly elevate your mood, creating a joyful family atmosphere. Remember that taking bold steps accompanied by determination leads to success. New romantic connections are on the horizon, paving the way for deeper understanding in your relationship. News from your children lifts your mood today. The Moon supports family happiness,…

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‘Detached from reality’: Iran slams US over ‘winning’ claims, says ‘same script’ from Vietnam war

‘Detached from reality’: Iran slams US over ‘winning’ claims, says ‘same script’ from Vietnam war

Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi (File photo) Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi on Friday criticised the United States’ communication regarding the ongoing regional conflict, comparing Washington’s messaging to the discredited briefings of the Vietnam War era.In a post on X, Araghchi said, “Americans haven’t forgotten how, even as hundreds of US soldiers were…

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Representative image NEW DELHI: Govt has intensified action against online gambling and betting platforms, blocking around 300 websites and applications in the latest round. The move is part of the enforcement drive that has gathered pace after the passage of the Online Gaming Act last year, which laid down a clearer framework to curb unlawful real-money gaming and betting activities.They said the blocked platforms include online sports betting websites, offshore casinos offering games such as slots and roulette, betting exchanges operating as peer-to-peer marketplaces, satta and matka networks, and real-money card and casino gaming apps. Many of these platforms were found to be operating without authorisation and targeting Indian users through mirror sites and mobile applications.About the AuthorManash Pratim GohainManash Pratim Gohain is a seasoned journalist with over two decades at The Times of India, where he has built a rich body of work spanning education policy, politics, and governance. Renowned for his incisive coverage of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, accreditation reforms, and skilling initiatives, he has also reported on student politics, urban policy, and social movements. His political reportage—both reflective and news-driven—adds depth to his writing, bridging policy with public impact. Through his 2,500 articles and related outlets, he has emerged as a trusted voice in national discourse, particularly in linking education reform to broader societal change.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosMoD Reveals India Exploring Joining GCAP Or FCAS Sixth Generation Fighter ProgrammePM Modi Speaks To Bahrain King, Condemns Attacks On Energy Infra, Stresses Secure Shipping RoutesTrump Sending Troops To Strait Of Hormuz?; ‘Iran Being Decimated’: Bibi Denies Dragging U.S Into WarDiplomacy In New Avatar: Why Vikram Doraiwami Picked Chinese Name Wei Jiameng As India’s New EnvoyHow Iran’s Attack on Qatar’s Ras Laffan Gas Hub Sparks India’s Energy EmergencyIndian National Killed In Riyadh, MEA Confirms Total 6 Dead, 1 Missing Amid Israel-Iran WarRussia Tip Off Led To NIA Arrest Of Matthew VanDyke, Global Insurgency Network Exposed In Northeast’Some Say India Can Stop The War’: RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat’s Big StatementPremium Petrol Prices Hiked By Up To ₹2.35 Per Litre In India Amid West Asia ConflictPakistan’s Fake War Narrative Exposed: India Busts Digital Attack After Iran’s IRIS Dena Strike123PhotostoriesFrom losing his mother at the age of 2 to delivering 15 flop Bhojpuri films and earning Rs 1.5 lakh per episode of Comedy Circus, When Krushna Abhishek opened up about his struggle8 desi vegetables that are actually foreign12 strangest place names in the world and the stories behind themEid Mubarak 2026: 6 traditional Seviyan preparations that complete the Eid feasting5 most scenic riverside retreats in India perfect for April travel5 advanced features in bikes that enhance performanceWhy no one stays in this forest after sunset: Unraveling the mystery of Nidhi Van6 spiritual cities emerging as India’s real estate hotspots in 20265 ways to use avocado peel in daily meal plans10 simple activities that boost memory and cognition naturally123Hot PicksIran newsGautam SinghaniaStrait of HormuzGold rate todayIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays March 2026Bank Holidays MarchTop TrendingIga SwiatekAir India Boeing 77760% free seat ruleQatar LNG ExportsMojtaba KhameneiJames GraceySpring EquinoxDiesel price hike8th Pay CommissionPremium Petrol Price Hike

Representative image NEW DELHI: Govt has intensified action against online gambling and betting platforms, blocking around 300 websites and applications in the latest round. The move is part of the enforcement drive that has gathered pace after the passage of the Online Gaming Act last year, which laid down a clearer framework to curb unlawful real-money gaming and betting activities.They said the blocked platforms include online sports betting websites, offshore casinos offering games such as slots and roulette, betting exchanges operating as peer-to-peer marketplaces, satta and matka networks, and real-money card and casino gaming apps. Many of these platforms were found to be operating without authorisation and targeting Indian users through mirror sites and mobile applications.About the AuthorManash Pratim GohainManash Pratim Gohain is a seasoned journalist with over two decades at The Times of India, where he has built a rich body of work spanning education policy, politics, and governance. Renowned for his incisive coverage of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, accreditation reforms, and skilling initiatives, he has also reported on student politics, urban policy, and social movements. His political reportage—both reflective and news-driven—adds depth to his writing, bridging policy with public impact. Through his 2,500 articles and related outlets, he has emerged as a trusted voice in national discourse, particularly in linking education reform to broader societal change.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosMoD Reveals India Exploring Joining GCAP Or FCAS Sixth Generation Fighter ProgrammePM Modi Speaks To Bahrain King, Condemns Attacks On Energy Infra, Stresses Secure Shipping RoutesTrump Sending Troops To Strait Of Hormuz?; ‘Iran Being Decimated’: Bibi Denies Dragging U.S Into WarDiplomacy In New Avatar: Why Vikram Doraiwami Picked Chinese Name Wei Jiameng As India’s New EnvoyHow Iran’s Attack on Qatar’s Ras Laffan Gas Hub Sparks India’s Energy EmergencyIndian National Killed In Riyadh, MEA Confirms Total 6 Dead, 1 Missing Amid Israel-Iran WarRussia Tip Off Led To NIA Arrest Of Matthew VanDyke, Global Insurgency Network Exposed In Northeast’Some Say India Can Stop The War’: RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat’s Big StatementPremium Petrol Prices Hiked By Up To ₹2.35 Per Litre In India Amid West Asia ConflictPakistan’s Fake War Narrative Exposed: India Busts Digital Attack After Iran’s IRIS Dena Strike123PhotostoriesFrom losing his mother at the age of 2 to delivering 15 flop Bhojpuri films and earning Rs 1.5 lakh per episode of Comedy Circus, When Krushna Abhishek opened up about his struggle8 desi vegetables that are actually foreign12 strangest place names in the world and the stories behind themEid Mubarak 2026: 6 traditional Seviyan preparations that complete the Eid feasting5 most scenic riverside retreats in India perfect for April travel5 advanced features in bikes that enhance performanceWhy no one stays in this forest after sunset: Unraveling the mystery of Nidhi Van6 spiritual cities emerging as India’s real estate hotspots in 20265 ways to use avocado peel in daily meal plans10 simple activities that boost memory and cognition naturally123Hot PicksIran newsGautam SinghaniaStrait of HormuzGold rate todayIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays March 2026Bank Holidays MarchTop TrendingIga SwiatekAir India Boeing 77760% free seat ruleQatar LNG ExportsMojtaba KhameneiJames GraceySpring EquinoxDiesel price hike8th Pay CommissionPremium Petrol Price Hike

NEW DELHI: Govt has intensified action against online gambling and betting platforms, blocking around 300 websites and applications in the latest round. The move is part of the enforcement drive that has gathered pace after the passage of the Online Gaming Act last year, which laid down a clearer framework to curb unlawful real-money gaming…

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CBFC refuses to clear Oscar-nominated ‘The Voice of Hind Rajab’ over India-Israel relationship; Shashi Tharoor says ‘That’s pretty disgraceful’

CBFC refuses to clear Oscar-nominated ‘The Voice of Hind Rajab’ over India-Israel relationship; Shashi Tharoor says ‘That’s pretty disgraceful’

The Indian theatrical release of the Oscar-nominated film ‘The Voice of Hind Rajab’ has reportedly been blocked by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). According to the latest reports, the board halted the film’s planned release citing ‘political relationships’ behind the decision.According to a report on Variety, the film’s distributor, Manoj Nandwana, revealed that…

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Refusing household chores not cruelty: SC

Refusing household chores not cruelty: SC

NEW DELHI: Emphasising that household chores should be shared between husband and wife, Supreme Court on Friday observed that times have changed and a husband must share the burden of work. “You’re not marrying a maid, you’re marrying a life partner,” said a bench of Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta to a man seeking…

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10 dead in South Korea car plant fire

10 dead in South Korea car plant fire

Black smoke rises from an auto parts plant in Daejeon, South Korea SEOUL: A fire at a South Korea car parts plant killed 10 people, the Yonhap news agency reported early Saturday citing authorities, with rescuers still searching for four missing.Another 59 people suffered injuries ranging from slight to serious, authorities were cited as saying,…

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Representative image NEW DELHI: The fundamental right to travel can’t be curtailed “indefinitely”, the Delhi high court said Friday as it quashed look-out circulars (LOCs) issued against NDTV founders Prannoy Roy and Radhika Roy in 2021 following a case lodged against them by the CBI.Underlining the right to travel abroad is an integral part of the right to life and personal liberty guaranteed under Article 21 of the Constitution, Justice Sachin Datta held that the continued operation of the LOCs against the petitioners was an unjustified curtailment of their fundamental right. The HC pointed out that the probe against the couple has been pending for more than five years, during which the petitioners never attempted to evade the process of law, and a chargesheet had not even been filed yet.Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Israel pounds Tehran as Iranians mark Nowruz; UAE, Kuwait defences respond to missile barrage’World’s first hit’: Iran claims strike on US F-35 lightning 2 – why it’s a big dealIran hits Ras Laffan facility: Qatar’s 17% LNG capacity gone, bn loss; which countries will be impacted?”While this court is conscious of the complexities that may arise in investigations involving cross-border financial transactions, the fact remains that the petitioners’ fundamental rights cannot be curtailed indefinitely on account of a prolonged and uncertain investigative process…an LOC for such an extended period, particularly when the petitioners have not been summoned for several years and there are no allegations of non-cooperation, cannot be sustained,” it observed.About the AuthorAbhinav GargAs legal editor for Delhi, Abhinav Garg handles coverage of courts and connected legal challenges shaping the capital. From breaking down complex law related jargon to simplifying how a particular verdict or development in courts may impact the readers, Abhinav brings with him over two decades of experience in the field.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosMoD Reveals India Exploring Joining GCAP Or FCAS Sixth Generation Fighter ProgrammePM Modi Speaks To Bahrain King, Condemns Attacks On Energy Infra, Stresses Secure Shipping RoutesTrump Sending Troops To Strait Of Hormuz?; ‘Iran Being Decimated’: Bibi Denies Dragging U.S Into WarDiplomacy In New Avatar: Why Vikram Doraiwami Picked Chinese Name Wei Jiameng As India’s New EnvoyHow Iran’s Attack on Qatar’s Ras Laffan Gas Hub Sparks India’s Energy EmergencyIndian National Killed In Riyadh, MEA Confirms Total 6 Dead, 1 Missing Amid Israel-Iran WarRussia Tip Off Led To NIA Arrest Of Matthew VanDyke, Global Insurgency Network Exposed In Northeast’Some Say India Can Stop The War’: RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat’s Big StatementPremium Petrol Prices Hiked By Up To ₹2.35 Per Litre In India Amid West Asia ConflictPakistan’s Fake War Narrative Exposed: India Busts Digital Attack After Iran’s IRIS Dena Strike123PhotostoriesFrom losing his mother at the age of 2 to delivering 15 flop Bhojpuri films and earning Rs 1.5 lakh per episode of Comedy Circus, When Krushna Abhishek opened up about his struggle8 desi vegetables that are actually foreign12 strangest place names in the world and the stories behind themEid Mubarak 2026: 6 traditional Seviyan preparations that complete the Eid feasting5 most scenic riverside retreats in India perfect for April travel5 advanced features in bikes that enhance performanceWhy no one stays in this forest after sunset: Unraveling the mystery of Nidhi Van6 spiritual cities emerging as India’s real estate hotspots in 20265 ways to use avocado peel in daily meal plans10 simple activities that boost memory and cognition naturally123Hot PicksIran newsGautam SinghaniaStrait of HormuzGold rate todayIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays March 2026Bank Holidays MarchTop TrendingIga SwiatekAir India Boeing 77760% free seat ruleQatar LNG ExportsMojtaba KhameneiJames GraceySpring EquinoxDiesel price hike8th Pay CommissionPremium Petrol Price Hike

Representative image NEW DELHI: The fundamental right to travel can’t be curtailed “indefinitely”, the Delhi high court said Friday as it quashed look-out circulars (LOCs) issued against NDTV founders Prannoy Roy and Radhika Roy in 2021 following a case lodged against them by the CBI.Underlining the right to travel abroad is an integral part of the right to life and personal liberty guaranteed under Article 21 of the Constitution, Justice Sachin Datta held that the continued operation of the LOCs against the petitioners was an unjustified curtailment of their fundamental right. The HC pointed out that the probe against the couple has been pending for more than five years, during which the petitioners never attempted to evade the process of law, and a chargesheet had not even been filed yet.Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Israel pounds Tehran as Iranians mark Nowruz; UAE, Kuwait defences respond to missile barrage’World’s first hit’: Iran claims strike on US F-35 lightning 2 – why it’s a big dealIran hits Ras Laffan facility: Qatar’s 17% LNG capacity gone, $20bn loss; which countries will be impacted?”While this court is conscious of the complexities that may arise in investigations involving cross-border financial transactions, the fact remains that the petitioners’ fundamental rights cannot be curtailed indefinitely on account of a prolonged and uncertain investigative process…an LOC for such an extended period, particularly when the petitioners have not been summoned for several years and there are no allegations of non-cooperation, cannot be sustained,” it observed.About the AuthorAbhinav GargAs legal editor for Delhi, Abhinav Garg handles coverage of courts and connected legal challenges shaping the capital. From breaking down complex law related jargon to simplifying how a particular verdict or development in courts may impact the readers, Abhinav brings with him over two decades of experience in the field.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosMoD Reveals India Exploring Joining GCAP Or FCAS Sixth Generation Fighter ProgrammePM Modi Speaks To Bahrain King, Condemns Attacks On Energy Infra, Stresses Secure Shipping RoutesTrump Sending Troops To Strait Of Hormuz?; ‘Iran Being Decimated’: Bibi Denies Dragging U.S Into WarDiplomacy In New Avatar: Why Vikram Doraiwami Picked Chinese Name Wei Jiameng As India’s New EnvoyHow Iran’s Attack on Qatar’s Ras Laffan Gas Hub Sparks India’s Energy EmergencyIndian National Killed In Riyadh, MEA Confirms Total 6 Dead, 1 Missing Amid Israel-Iran WarRussia Tip Off Led To NIA Arrest Of Matthew VanDyke, Global Insurgency Network Exposed In Northeast’Some Say India Can Stop The War’: RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat’s Big StatementPremium Petrol Prices Hiked By Up To ₹2.35 Per Litre In India Amid West Asia ConflictPakistan’s Fake War Narrative Exposed: India Busts Digital Attack After Iran’s IRIS Dena Strike123PhotostoriesFrom losing his mother at the age of 2 to delivering 15 flop Bhojpuri films and earning Rs 1.5 lakh per episode of Comedy Circus, When Krushna Abhishek opened up about his struggle8 desi vegetables that are actually foreign12 strangest place names in the world and the stories behind themEid Mubarak 2026: 6 traditional Seviyan preparations that complete the Eid feasting5 most scenic riverside retreats in India perfect for April travel5 advanced features in bikes that enhance performanceWhy no one stays in this forest after sunset: Unraveling the mystery of Nidhi Van6 spiritual cities emerging as India’s real estate hotspots in 20265 ways to use avocado peel in daily meal plans10 simple activities that boost memory and cognition naturally123Hot PicksIran newsGautam SinghaniaStrait of HormuzGold rate todayIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays March 2026Bank Holidays MarchTop TrendingIga SwiatekAir India Boeing 77760% free seat ruleQatar LNG ExportsMojtaba KhameneiJames GraceySpring EquinoxDiesel price hike8th Pay CommissionPremium Petrol Price Hike

NEW DELHI: The fundamental right to travel can’t be curtailed “indefinitely”, the Delhi high court said Friday as it quashed look-out circulars (LOCs) issued against NDTV founders Prannoy Roy and Radhika Roy in 2021 following a case lodged against them by the CBI.Underlining the right to travel abroad is an integral part of the right…

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 billion acquisition: US jury finds Elon Musk ‘misled’ Twitter shareholders in 2022

$44 billion acquisition: US jury finds Elon Musk ‘misled’ Twitter shareholders in 2022

A federal jury in San Francisco has found Elon Musk liable for defrauding Twitter (now X) investors in 2022 by disparaging the company in an effort to secure a lower purchase price for the platform, Bloomberg News reported on Friday.Jurors concluded that Musk intentionally misled shareholders by claiming the social media company—later renamed X—had an…

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Clavicular breaks silence on contract claims as streamer VarisG reveals what really happened in Miami

Clavicular breaks silence on contract claims as streamer VarisG reveals what really happened in Miami

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CJI (File photo) NEW DELHI: CJI Surya Kant on Friday recused from hearing a bunch of PILs challenging a 2023 law that altered the Supreme Court-framed composition of the panel for selection of chief election commissioner (CEC) and ECs by excluding the CJI from it.CJI Kant cited “conflict of interest” to recuse from hearing the petitions which challenge the validity of the CEC and Other ECs (Appointment, Conditions of Service and Term of Office) Act, 2023. He said he would post the petitions before a bench that does not include any future CJIs. The bench led by CJI Kant had Justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M Pancholi, both of whom will go on to become CJIs in future. The CJI’s stand that no future CJI would be part of the bench to hear the petitions would mean exclusion of the following judges – Justices Vikram Nath, B V Nagarathna, P S Narasimha, J B Pardiwala and K V Vishwanathan.Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Israel pounds Tehran as Iranians mark Nowruz; UAE, Kuwait defences respond to missile barrage’World’s first hit’: Iran claims strike on US F-35 lightning 2 – why it’s a big dealIran hits Ras Laffan facility: Qatar’s 17% LNG capacity gone, bn loss; which countries will be impacted?On Feb 3 last year, the Supreme Court had rejected pleas for stay on the selection of CEC Rajiv Kumar, who was succeeded by Gyanesh Kumar on Feb 19, 2025.A five-judge SC bench on March 2, 2023, in the Anoop Baranwal case, had noticed a “legislative vacuum” on the process for selection of CEC and ECs, and directed that a panel comprising PM, leader the opposition and CJI would advise the President on appointments to the EC until Parliament enacted a law for the purpose. The law, which came into force from Dec 29, 2023, replaced the CJI with a Union cabinet minister chosen by the PM.Till enactment of the 2023 law and through the decades since 1950 when the EC was estbalished, appointment of CEC and ECs in the commission – as per Article 324(2) of the Constitution – had remained the sole prerogative of the executive. As per the Constitution, the process of appointment of CEC and ECs was to be subject to “provisions of any law made in that behalf by Parliament”.From 1950 till 2023, no law was enacted for the appointment of CEC and ECs, and the resultant “vacuum” led SC to rule that the appointments were made by a panel comprising PM, LoP and CJI until the enactment of a law.Petitioners have argued that the executive has a firm grip over the entire selection process which creates doubt in the people’s mind about the fairness of the EC, which in turn puts a question mark on the fairness of elections.KVK Sundaram remains the longest-serving CEC, (Dec 20, 1958 till Sept 30, 1967), followed by first CEC Sukumar Sen (March 21, 1950 till Dec 19, 1958). From 1950 to 2004, in a span of 54 years, there were 12 CECs, but in next 22 years, there have been 13 CECs. The EC was a single-member body comprising the CEC till Oct 1989. Since then it has become a three-member body.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosMoD Reveals India Exploring Joining GCAP Or FCAS Sixth Generation Fighter ProgrammePM Modi Speaks To Bahrain King, Condemns Attacks On Energy Infra, Stresses Secure Shipping RoutesTrump Sending Troops To Strait Of Hormuz?; ‘Iran Being Decimated’: Bibi Denies Dragging U.S Into WarDiplomacy In New Avatar: Why Vikram Doraiwami Picked Chinese Name Wei Jiameng As India’s New EnvoyHow Iran’s Attack on Qatar’s Ras Laffan Gas Hub Sparks India’s Energy EmergencyIndian National Killed In Riyadh, MEA Confirms Total 6 Dead, 1 Missing Amid Israel-Iran WarRussia Tip Off Led To NIA Arrest Of Matthew VanDyke, Global Insurgency Network Exposed In Northeast’Some Say India Can Stop The War’: RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat’s Big StatementPremium Petrol Prices Hiked By Up To ₹2.35 Per Litre In India Amid West Asia ConflictPakistan’s Fake War Narrative Exposed: India Busts Digital Attack After Iran’s IRIS Dena Strike123PhotostoriesFrom losing his mother at the age of 2 to delivering 15 flop Bhojpuri films and earning Rs 1.5 lakh per episode of Comedy Circus, When Krushna Abhishek opened up about his struggle8 desi vegetables that are actually foreign12 strangest place names in the world and the stories behind themEid Mubarak 2026: 6 traditional Seviyan preparations that complete the Eid feasting5 most scenic riverside retreats in India perfect for April travel5 advanced features in bikes that enhance performanceWhy no one stays in this forest after sunset: Unraveling the mystery of Nidhi Van6 spiritual cities emerging as India’s real estate hotspots in 20265 ways to use avocado peel in daily meal plans10 simple activities that boost memory and cognition naturally123Hot PicksIran newsGlobal Terrorism Index 2026World Happiness Report 2026Gold rate todayIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays March 2026Bank Holidays MarchTop TrendingIga SwiatekAir India Boeing 77760% free seat ruleQatar LNG ExportsMojtaba KhameneiJames GraceySpring EquinoxDiesel price hike8th Pay CommissionPremium Petrol Price Hike

CJI (File photo) NEW DELHI: CJI Surya Kant on Friday recused from hearing a bunch of PILs challenging a 2023 law that altered the Supreme Court-framed composition of the panel for selection of chief election commissioner (CEC) and ECs by excluding the CJI from it.CJI Kant cited “conflict of interest” to recuse from hearing the petitions which challenge the validity of the CEC and Other ECs (Appointment, Conditions of Service and Term of Office) Act, 2023. He said he would post the petitions before a bench that does not include any future CJIs. The bench led by CJI Kant had Justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M Pancholi, both of whom will go on to become CJIs in future. The CJI’s stand that no future CJI would be part of the bench to hear the petitions would mean exclusion of the following judges – Justices Vikram Nath, B V Nagarathna, P S Narasimha, J B Pardiwala and K V Vishwanathan.Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Israel pounds Tehran as Iranians mark Nowruz; UAE, Kuwait defences respond to missile barrage’World’s first hit’: Iran claims strike on US F-35 lightning 2 – why it’s a big dealIran hits Ras Laffan facility: Qatar’s 17% LNG capacity gone, $20bn loss; which countries will be impacted?On Feb 3 last year, the Supreme Court had rejected pleas for stay on the selection of CEC Rajiv Kumar, who was succeeded by Gyanesh Kumar on Feb 19, 2025.A five-judge SC bench on March 2, 2023, in the Anoop Baranwal case, had noticed a “legislative vacuum” on the process for selection of CEC and ECs, and directed that a panel comprising PM, leader the opposition and CJI would advise the President on appointments to the EC until Parliament enacted a law for the purpose. The law, which came into force from Dec 29, 2023, replaced the CJI with a Union cabinet minister chosen by the PM.Till enactment of the 2023 law and through the decades since 1950 when the EC was estbalished, appointment of CEC and ECs in the commission – as per Article 324(2) of the Constitution – had remained the sole prerogative of the executive. As per the Constitution, the process of appointment of CEC and ECs was to be subject to “provisions of any law made in that behalf by Parliament”.From 1950 till 2023, no law was enacted for the appointment of CEC and ECs, and the resultant “vacuum” led SC to rule that the appointments were made by a panel comprising PM, LoP and CJI until the enactment of a law.Petitioners have argued that the executive has a firm grip over the entire selection process which creates doubt in the people’s mind about the fairness of the EC, which in turn puts a question mark on the fairness of elections.KVK Sundaram remains the longest-serving CEC, (Dec 20, 1958 till Sept 30, 1967), followed by first CEC Sukumar Sen (March 21, 1950 till Dec 19, 1958). From 1950 to 2004, in a span of 54 years, there were 12 CECs, but in next 22 years, there have been 13 CECs. The EC was a single-member body comprising the CEC till Oct 1989. Since then it has become a three-member body.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosMoD Reveals India Exploring Joining GCAP Or FCAS Sixth Generation Fighter ProgrammePM Modi Speaks To Bahrain King, Condemns Attacks On Energy Infra, Stresses Secure Shipping RoutesTrump Sending Troops To Strait Of Hormuz?; ‘Iran Being Decimated’: Bibi Denies Dragging U.S Into WarDiplomacy In New Avatar: Why Vikram Doraiwami Picked Chinese Name Wei Jiameng As India’s New EnvoyHow Iran’s Attack on Qatar’s Ras Laffan Gas Hub Sparks India’s Energy EmergencyIndian National Killed In Riyadh, MEA Confirms Total 6 Dead, 1 Missing Amid Israel-Iran WarRussia Tip Off Led To NIA Arrest Of Matthew VanDyke, Global Insurgency Network Exposed In Northeast’Some Say India Can Stop The War’: RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat’s Big StatementPremium Petrol Prices Hiked By Up To ₹2.35 Per Litre In India Amid West Asia ConflictPakistan’s Fake War Narrative Exposed: India Busts Digital Attack After Iran’s IRIS Dena Strike123PhotostoriesFrom losing his mother at the age of 2 to delivering 15 flop Bhojpuri films and earning Rs 1.5 lakh per episode of Comedy Circus, When Krushna Abhishek opened up about his struggle8 desi vegetables that are actually foreign12 strangest place names in the world and the stories behind themEid Mubarak 2026: 6 traditional Seviyan preparations that complete the Eid feasting5 most scenic riverside retreats in India perfect for April travel5 advanced features in bikes that enhance performanceWhy no one stays in this forest after sunset: Unraveling the mystery of Nidhi Van6 spiritual cities emerging as India’s real estate hotspots in 20265 ways to use avocado peel in daily meal plans10 simple activities that boost memory and cognition naturally123Hot PicksIran newsGlobal Terrorism Index 2026World Happiness Report 2026Gold rate todayIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays March 2026Bank Holidays MarchTop TrendingIga SwiatekAir India Boeing 77760% free seat ruleQatar LNG ExportsMojtaba KhameneiJames GraceySpring EquinoxDiesel price hike8th Pay CommissionPremium Petrol Price Hike

NEW DELHI: CJI Surya Kant on Friday recused from hearing a bunch of PILs challenging a 2023 law that altered the Supreme Court-framed composition of the panel for selection of chief election commissioner (CEC) and ECs by excluding the CJI from it.CJI Kant cited “conflict of interest” to recuse from hearing the petitions which challenge…

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Chuck Norris passes away: Sylvester Stallone, Jean-Claude Van Damme, Arnold Schwarzenegger and other Hollywood stars pay tribute

Chuck Norris passes away: Sylvester Stallone, Jean-Claude Van Damme, Arnold Schwarzenegger and other Hollywood stars pay tribute

FILE – Republican presidential hopeful, former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee, right, appears with actor Chuck Norris on Jan. 20, 2008 in Navasota, Texas. (AP Photo/Pat Sullivan, File) FILE – Chuck Norris appears at a ceremony in Garland, Texas on Dec. 2, 2010. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez, File) FILE – Republican presidential hopeful, former Arkansas Gov. Mike…

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Us F-35 Stealth Fighter: Iran’s F-35 ‘hit’ claim shakes the myth of US ‘sky ghost’ – why it could be a turning point

Us F-35 Stealth Fighter: Iran’s F-35 ‘hit’ claim shakes the myth of US ‘sky ghost’ – why it could be a turning point

A US F-35 stealth fighter has been damaged during a combat mission over Iran, forcing an emergency landing at a US air base in the Middle East, according to American officials. The pilot survived and is in stable condition, but the incident is now under investigation.The development comes as Iran claimed it had successfully struck…

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