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‘Rajghat, then back to the mountains’: Sonam Wangchuk discharged from Medanta Hospital

‘Rajghat, then back to the mountains’: Sonam Wangchuk discharged from Medanta Hospital

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Sonam Wangchuk (Picture from his X account) NEW DELHI: Scientist and environmental activist Sonam Wangchuk was discharged from Gurgaon’s Medanta Hospital on Monday after nearly a week of medical supervision following his prolonged hunger strike, which had ended days earlier.After his discharge, Wangchuk is scheduled to pay tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat before returning…

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NASA astronaut Chris Williams spent 241 days circling Earth, completing nearly 4,000 orbits before finally returning home

NASA astronaut Chris Williams spent 241 days circling Earth, completing nearly 4,000 orbits before finally returning home

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NASA astronaut Chris Williams has returned to Earth after completing an eight-month science mission aboard the International Space Station, landing safely in Kazakhstan alongside Roscosmos cosmonauts Sergey Kud-Sverchkov and Sergei Mikaev. The crew spent 241 days in orbit, during which they completed 3,856 trips around the planet and travelled more than 102 million miles. Their…

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E20 Petrol deepfake battle: Nitin Gadkari moves Bombay HC over defamatory content targeting him NEW DELHI: The Bombay high court on Monday allowed Union minister Nitin Gadkari to file a civil suit against the alleged circulation of defamatory and deepfake content about him on the internet in connection with the E20 ethanol-blended petrol programme.Justice Abhay Ahuja granted Gadkari permission to institute the suit after his lawyer, Advocate Sandeep S Ladda, sought leave under Clause XII of the Letters Patent. The provision requires the court’s permission when part of the cause of action arises outside its territorial jurisdiction, Bar and Bench reported. Ladda submitted that the allegedly defamatory and deepfake material was publicly available on social media platforms, including to users in Mumbai. He argued that since the content could be viewed within the jurisdiction of the Bombay high court, a substantial part of the cause of action arose in the city.At the same time, the content was accessible across the country and outside Mumbai through internet platforms. Ladda therefore sought permission under Clause XII to enable Gadkari to bring the proposed suit before the High Court’s original civil jurisdiction.The court granted the leave sought, allowing Gadkari to proceed with the substantive civil suit.What Gadkari has allegedGadkari, who is the Union minister for road transport and highways, has alleged that unknown persons circulated social media posts, videos and AI-generated deepfake content falsely portraying him as personally responsible for the E20 programme.As quoted by Bar & Bench, according to the proposed suit, the content also allegedly claims that Gadkari and his family financially benefited from the ethanol-blending programme. Gadkari has described the allegations as false, malicious and defamatory.He has alleged that the content is intended to create a misleading impression that he misused his public office for personal gain, causing serious harm to his reputation, dignity, goodwill and public image.The proposed suit seeks permanent and mandatory injunctions against the circulation of the alleged defamatory and deepfake material, including social media posts, reels, videos and other online content.Gadkari has also alleged that some of the material falsely attributes statements to him and uses AI-manipulated audio-visual content to imitate his name, image, likeness, facial features and voice without his consent.The proposed defendants include Meta Platforms, which operates Facebook and Instagram, X Corp, Google LLC and YouTube. The Union ministry of electronics and information technology and the department of telecommunications have also been named.The unidentified creators and distributors of the alleged content have been included as ‘Ashok Kumars/John Does’.The suit, however, makes clear that Gadkari is not seeking to prevent legitimate criticism or public debate. It states that fair and good-faith criticism based on facts and without malice is not the subject of the action.The plea instead targets what Gadkari describes as false and defamatory allegations that cross the limits of lawful speech.What is E20 petrol?E20 petrol is a fuel blend containing 20% ethanol and 80% petrol. The programme is part of the government’s efforts to reduce India’s dependence on imported crude oil, lower emissions and increase the use of domestically produced biofuels.The rollout of E20 has also led to concerns over the compatibility of older vehicles that were not designed for higher ethanol blends. Some vehicle owners have raised concerns about fuel efficiency, corrosion and potential compatibility issues.Vehicle manufacturers have increasingly introduced models compatible with E20, while questions remain over vehicles manufactured before the wider adoption of the blend.Gadkari’s proposed suit maintains that the E20 programme is administered by the petroleum and natural gas ministry, rather than by him personally.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosCentre Forms ‘High-Powered’ Task Force For Exams Overhaul; Technology, Cybersecurity, Policy ReformsNHAI’s New Toll Calculation Rule Could Reduce Highway Toll Charges By Up To 40%CJP’s Jantar Mantar Volunteer Junaid Alleges Blindfolding, Questioning & Police ScrutinyRs 4,200 Crore Lucknow-Kanpur Expressway Develops Damage Just 13 Days After InaugurationPM Modi Sets Up Exam Reform Task Force Under Infosys Co-Founder Nandan Nilekani After NEET Backlash‘Eating Chicken On Ganga River Is Not An Offence’: Supreme Court Judge Slams Arrests Over BiryaniAssam Floods: Death Toll Climbs to 66; BJP Launches ₹12 Crore Relief Campaign’Did You Approve This?’: Rahul Gandhi BLASTS Amit Shah Over ‘Barbaric Assault’ On Student Protesters’Don’t Cry Later’: Asaduddin Owaisi Makes Alliance Offer To Akhilesh Yadav To Oust BJP In UP PollsDelhi Drain Tragedy: 20-Year-Old US Student Dies After Car Plunges Into Drain123Photostories10 rare animals found only in China and where to spot themPriyanka Chopra makes Hyderabad airport her latest runway in a monochrome co-ord set, with Nick Jonas and Malti Marie as the perfect style sidekicksWatering your plants at this time of day could do more harm than goodWhat happens when you place an A4 paper in your freezer? 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E20 Petrol deepfake battle: Nitin Gadkari moves Bombay HC over defamatory content targeting him NEW DELHI: The Bombay high court on Monday allowed Union minister Nitin Gadkari to file a civil suit against the alleged circulation of defamatory and deepfake content about him on the internet in connection with the E20 ethanol-blended petrol programme.Justice Abhay Ahuja granted Gadkari permission to institute the suit after his lawyer, Advocate Sandeep S Ladda, sought leave under Clause XII of the Letters Patent. The provision requires the court’s permission when part of the cause of action arises outside its territorial jurisdiction, Bar and Bench reported. Ladda submitted that the allegedly defamatory and deepfake material was publicly available on social media platforms, including to users in Mumbai. He argued that since the content could be viewed within the jurisdiction of the Bombay high court, a substantial part of the cause of action arose in the city.At the same time, the content was accessible across the country and outside Mumbai through internet platforms. Ladda therefore sought permission under Clause XII to enable Gadkari to bring the proposed suit before the High Court’s original civil jurisdiction.The court granted the leave sought, allowing Gadkari to proceed with the substantive civil suit.What Gadkari has allegedGadkari, who is the Union minister for road transport and highways, has alleged that unknown persons circulated social media posts, videos and AI-generated deepfake content falsely portraying him as personally responsible for the E20 programme.As quoted by Bar & Bench, according to the proposed suit, the content also allegedly claims that Gadkari and his family financially benefited from the ethanol-blending programme. Gadkari has described the allegations as false, malicious and defamatory.He has alleged that the content is intended to create a misleading impression that he misused his public office for personal gain, causing serious harm to his reputation, dignity, goodwill and public image.The proposed suit seeks permanent and mandatory injunctions against the circulation of the alleged defamatory and deepfake material, including social media posts, reels, videos and other online content.Gadkari has also alleged that some of the material falsely attributes statements to him and uses AI-manipulated audio-visual content to imitate his name, image, likeness, facial features and voice without his consent.The proposed defendants include Meta Platforms, which operates Facebook and Instagram, X Corp, Google LLC and YouTube. The Union ministry of electronics and information technology and the department of telecommunications have also been named.The unidentified creators and distributors of the alleged content have been included as ‘Ashok Kumars/John Does’.The suit, however, makes clear that Gadkari is not seeking to prevent legitimate criticism or public debate. It states that fair and good-faith criticism based on facts and without malice is not the subject of the action.The plea instead targets what Gadkari describes as false and defamatory allegations that cross the limits of lawful speech.What is E20 petrol?E20 petrol is a fuel blend containing 20% ethanol and 80% petrol. The programme is part of the government’s efforts to reduce India’s dependence on imported crude oil, lower emissions and increase the use of domestically produced biofuels.The rollout of E20 has also led to concerns over the compatibility of older vehicles that were not designed for higher ethanol blends. Some vehicle owners have raised concerns about fuel efficiency, corrosion and potential compatibility issues.Vehicle manufacturers have increasingly introduced models compatible with E20, while questions remain over vehicles manufactured before the wider adoption of the blend.Gadkari’s proposed suit maintains that the E20 programme is administered by the petroleum and natural gas ministry, rather than by him personally.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosCentre Forms ‘High-Powered’ Task Force For Exams Overhaul; Technology, Cybersecurity, Policy ReformsNHAI’s New Toll Calculation Rule Could Reduce Highway Toll Charges By Up To 40%CJP’s Jantar Mantar Volunteer Junaid Alleges Blindfolding, Questioning & Police ScrutinyRs 4,200 Crore Lucknow-Kanpur Expressway Develops Damage Just 13 Days After InaugurationPM Modi Sets Up Exam Reform Task Force Under Infosys Co-Founder Nandan Nilekani After NEET Backlash‘Eating Chicken On Ganga River Is Not An Offence’: Supreme Court Judge Slams Arrests Over BiryaniAssam Floods: Death Toll Climbs to 66; BJP Launches ₹12 Crore Relief Campaign’Did You Approve This?’: Rahul Gandhi BLASTS Amit Shah Over ‘Barbaric Assault’ On Student Protesters’Don’t Cry Later’: Asaduddin Owaisi Makes Alliance Offer To Akhilesh Yadav To Oust BJP In UP PollsDelhi Drain Tragedy: 20-Year-Old US Student Dies After Car Plunges Into Drain123Photostories10 rare animals found only in China and where to spot themPriyanka Chopra makes Hyderabad airport her latest runway in a monochrome co-ord set, with Nick Jonas and Malti Marie as the perfect style sidekicksWatering your plants at this time of day could do more harm than goodWhat happens when you place an A4 paper in your freezer? The surprising science behind this kitchen hackHow hotels make even small rooms feel luxurious: The design tricks you can easily use at homeNow available for under ₹20, these everyday foods were once worth more than goldAfter weeks of rumours, Arshdeep Singh confirms romance with Samreen Kaur with one sweet Instagram postThe most overlooked corner in your home could become its best-looking space: 7 Simple styling ideasYou don’t have to be old to develop kidney disease: Nephrologist explains why more young adults are silently losing kidney healthYou probably use your phone like this every night: Eye doctors say this common habit could be leaving your eyes tired, dry and strained123Hot PicksUP Police Constable ResultB Architecture admissionGold price predictionIndian rupeeUmar KhalidRupaidiha border crossingUP electionsTN supplementary resultsCaitline ClarkTop TrendingDelhi US Student DeathCWG ScheduleDelhi Metro New Interchange StationsBihar Bandh ViolenceBengaluru Mother SuicideNEET Aspirant SuicideMumbai ProtestJantar Mantar ProtestHarbhajan singhIND U19 vs Sri Lanka U19

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E20 Petrol deepfake battle: Nitin Gadkari moves Bombay HC over defamatory content targeting him NEW DELHI: The Bombay high court on Monday allowed Union minister Nitin Gadkari to file a civil suit against the alleged circulation of defamatory and deepfake content about him on the internet in connection with the E20 ethanol-blended petrol programme.Justice Abhay…

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Carpenter’s daughter selected for the world’s first all-girls Moon mission: Meet the Andhra teen chasing her ISRO dream

Carpenter’s daughter selected for the world’s first all-girls Moon mission: Meet the Andhra teen chasing her ISRO dream

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In a government school classroom in Dowleswaram, a physical science teacher noticed something in a Class 10 student that would eventually take her all the way to New Delhi, and possibly, one day, to the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO).That student is Kandula Jessie. She is 14 years old, the daughter of a carpenter, and…

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Rajpal Yadav urges peaceful resolution and dialogue amid NEET paper leak protests: ‘The Government is ours, and so are the children’

Rajpal Yadav urges peaceful resolution and dialogue amid NEET paper leak protests: ‘The Government is ours, and so are the children’

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Rajpal Yadav reacts to NEET paper leak protests, urges dialogue: ‘The Government is ours, and so are the children’ Rajpal Yadav has shared his thoughts on the ongoing protests over the NEET paper leak controversy, calling for dialogue and peace amid the nationwide unrest. He took to his social media account to share a video…

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This Kerala girl climbed North Africa’s highest peak at 8; her father’s parenting came down to one question: “I asked her if she wanted to give up… she said a strict no”

This Kerala girl climbed North Africa’s highest peak at 8; her father’s parenting came down to one question: “I asked her if she wanted to give up… she said a strict no”

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Photo: Instagram/@iya_krish Every parent dreams of seeing their child reach great heights. But very few stop to ask what truly helps a child get there. Is it talent? Expensive coaching? Constant praise? Or is it something far simpler- giving children opportunities to struggle, trust, and discover what they are capable of?Eight-year-old Iya Krish from Kerala…

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CRPF to conduct ‘professional post-event assessment’ of RAF action at student protests

CRPF to conduct ‘professional post-event assessment’ of RAF action at student protests

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CRPF to conduct ‘professional post-event assessment’ NEW DELHI: Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) Director General Gyanendra Pratap Singh on Monday said the force would conduct a “professional post-event assessment” of the action taken by Rapid Action Force (RAF) personnel during CJP-led student protests, following the conclusion of the agitation.Singh said the review would be carried…

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A 95-year-old CEO bought a bankrupt furniture store for ,000 in 1975, then quietly built an 8 million business and gave millions away | World News

A 95-year-old CEO bought a bankrupt furniture store for $80,000 in 1975, then quietly built an $858 million business and gave millions away | World News

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In 1975, Jake Jabs took the bold decision to make an $80,000 investment, which later led to the emergence of a multimillion-dollar company from a weak furniture business. The 95-year-old founder and chief executive officer of the American Furniture Warehouse took over the struggling company when it was just on the brink of going bankrupt…

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‘Thank you VVS sir’: Shreyas Iyer credits Laxman after India’s 3-0 Zimbabwe sweep

‘Thank you VVS sir’: Shreyas Iyer credits Laxman after India’s 3-0 Zimbabwe sweep

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VVS Laxman and Shreyas Iyer (Screengrab) India’s comprehensive 3-0 T20I series victory over Zimbabwe ended with mutual appreciation between captain Shreyas Iyer and stand-in head coach VVS Laxman, as both credited each other’s leadership for the team’s commanding performances. A relatively inexperienced Indian squad, missing several first-choice players including Sanju Samson, Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh…

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After ‘Jana Nayagan’, Anirudh Ravichander pens an emotional note reflecting on journey with Vijay from ‘Kaththi’: ‘Thank you for the unlimited trust’

After ‘Jana Nayagan’, Anirudh Ravichander pens an emotional note reflecting on journey with Vijay from ‘Kaththi’: ‘Thank you for the unlimited trust’

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After ‘Jana Nayagan’, Anirudh Ravichander pens an emotional note reflecting on journey with Vijay from ‘Kaththi’: ‘Thank you for the unlimited trust’ Anirudh began his career with the hugely popular song “Why This Kolaveri Di” from the 2012 film ‘3’. The track became a worldwide sensation and remains among the most recognised Indian songs released…

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Maruti Brezza variants explained: Features, engine & more

Maruti Brezza variants explained: Features, engine & more

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Maruti Suzuki has updated the Brezza with refreshed styling, new technology and a significantly expanded feature list, while retaining the familiar four-variant lineup. The compact SUV continues to be offered in LXi, VXi, ZXi and ZXi+ trims. Buyers can also choose from petrol, turbo-petrol, automatic and CNG powertrain options depending on the variant. Here’s a…

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Who is Neha Bora? JNU research scholar seen during Jantar Mantar student protest

Who is Neha Bora? JNU research scholar seen during Jantar Mantar student protest

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Student protest at Jantar Mantar brings JNU research scholar Neha Bora into focus A student protest at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar over examination-related issues and demands for greater accountability brought several student representatives into the public eye. Among them was JNU research scholar Neha Bora, who was seen participating in the demonstrations and addressing gatherings during…

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Quote of the day by Dave Bautista: “I’m a poor kid from the streets. What I’ve been able to achieve has really just been through hard work and…” – an inspiring lesson on resilience, self-belief and turning adversity into achievement | World News

Quote of the day by Dave Bautista: “I’m a poor kid from the streets. What I’ve been able to achieve has really just been through hard work and…” – an inspiring lesson on resilience, self-belief and turning adversity into achievement | World News

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Dave Bautista (Image: Wikipedia) Success stories tend to look simple from the outside. People see the awards, the fame, the money, but rarely the years of struggle and rejection that came first. Dave Bautista, the actor and former professional wrestler, is open about exactly that gap. “I’m a poor kid from the streets,” he said….

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Quote of the day by Jason Alexander: ‘Don’t emulate anyone’s success, create your own. Figure out what it is you want to do… and make the best out of it,’ life lesson by ‘Seinfeld’ legend that highlights you can’t hitch a ride for success, you have to carve your own path

Quote of the day by Jason Alexander: ‘Don’t emulate anyone’s success, create your own. Figure out what it is you want to do… and make the best out of it,’ life lesson by ‘Seinfeld’ legend that highlights you can’t hitch a ride for success, you have to carve your own path

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The ‘Seinfeld’ legend encourages people to stop chasing someone else’s achievements and build a path that reflects their own strengths and passions.Image credit (Instagram) Jason Alexander, the Tony Award-winning Broadway actor and Golden Globe-winning television performer, comedian, director and touring live storyteller best known for his role as George Costanza in ‘Seinfeld’ is having a…

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A baby goat jumps from a small staircase, freezes with all four legs stiff and topples over; an inherited muscle condition explains why

A baby goat jumps from a small staircase, freezes with all four legs stiff and topples over; an inherited muscle condition explains why

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When surprised, a myotonic goat’s muscles briefly stiffen, sometimes making it fall over. A viral video that has received more than 5.4 million likes shows a baby goat jumping down from a small staircase before suddenly freezing with all four legs stiff and toppling over. Within seconds, it gets back on its feet and starts…

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2,000-year-old Egyptian hat stayed hidden inside a museum for more than 100 years until experts finally restored it | World News

2,000-year-old Egyptian hat stayed hidden inside a museum for more than 100 years until experts finally restored it | World News

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For more than a hundred years, a small but remarkable piece of ancient clothing sat away from public view inside Bolton Museum’s collections. Few visitors knew it existed, and even fewer had the chance to see its fragile wool fibres, shaped by hands nearly two millennia ago.Now, after a careful conservation project, the Egyptian head…

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