‘Message to foreign actors…’: Who is Nikhil Gupta, Indian man who pleaded guilty to plotting to murder Gurpatwant Singh Pannun in US?

‘Message to foreign actors…’: Who is Nikhil Gupta, Indian man who pleaded guilty to plotting to murder Gurpatwant Singh Pannun in US?

Indian man Nikhil Gupta pleads guilty to plotting to kill Gurpatwant Pannun in the US. 54-year-old Nikhil Gupta, an Indian man, pleaded guilty to plotting to kill Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, a Khalistani separatist leader and a US citizen. Gupta pleaded guilty to all three charges of murder for hire, conspiracy to commit murder-for-hire, and conspiracy…

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JAMMU: Police arrested two cross-border drug peddlers associated with a Pakistan-based drone-dropped narcotics module in J&K’s Kathua district and seized about 150g of heroin from them. Kathua Police registered a case and booked the duo under the NDPS Act.Police received information about an episode of drone-dropping along the J&K-Punjab border near Kathua’s Nagri area and launched an investigation. With the help of technical analysis and CCTV footage, the first accused, Jatin from Manwal in Pathankot, was arrested. Further probe led cops to Danish Dogra, a resident of Jakhbar in Kathua, cops said.Preliminary investigation revealed that the accused were in contact with a Pakistan-based smuggler through VoIP calls and had received the consignment of heroin, which was to be sold to vulnerable youths for monetary gain, police stated. Further investigation was underway to uncover the entire smuggling network and forward linkages.Cops requested citizens to come forward with any information and cooperate with authorities in the war against drugs. Pakistan Continues To Ignore India’s Warning As Drones Return To Valley, Third Incident In Five Days End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosPM Modi Says India Pushes Reforms With Conviction, Not Compulsion; Poised To Drive Global Growth’Symbols Of British Empire’: PM Modi On North & South Block In 1st Address From Seva Teerth’Umar Bhar Yahi Bhool’: Yogi Adityanath Quotes Mirza Ghalib In UP Assembly To Target SP’s RecordBNP Demands Sheikh Hasina’s Extradition From India After Bangladesh Poll WinCongress Demands Union Minister Hardeep Puri Resignation Over Alleged Jeffrey Epstein Links RowPM Modi Speaks To BNP Chief Tarique Rahman, Congratulates On ‘Remarkable’ Bangladesh Poll Win6-Year-Old Dead, 5 Injured As Speeding Car Hits Pedestrians On Busy Lucknow Road; CCTV Shows HorrorKiren Rijiju Explains Why Modi Govt Paused Privilege Notice Against Rahul Gandhi After Dubey’s MoveTarique Rahman’s BNP Heads For Landslide In Bangladesh Election, Rivals Cry FoulPM Modi Unveils Seva Teerth, A New PMO Hub Marking Governance Shift In National Capital Delhi123PhotostoriesTop 5 real estate hotspots in Noida to watch in 2026Exclusive: Krushna Abhishek reacts to Sunita Ahuja’s allegations against mama Govinda, talks about Laughter Chefs 3’s success and working on The Great Indian Kapil ShowGalentine’s Day special: Iconic female friendships in Bollywood that define sisterhood6 Vastu mistakes that are silently blocking wealth in your home (don’t ignore number 4)5 national parks in India that are excellent for birdwatchingLove, in different landscapes: Hills, islands and desert skiesSeva Teerth opens doors: PM Modi launches new PMO complex in New Delhi – see picsAbs don’t equal healthy arteries: Doctor explains why appearance isn’t a health report card5 key features that make adventure bikes perfect for long-distance touring5 ways to remove pesticides from grapes and strawberries, tips for storage, and easy dishes123Hot PicksIT Stocks CrashGold Silver PricesBangladesh Election ResultsTelangana Municipal Elections ResultsIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays February 2026Bank Holidays februaryTop TrendingMarvel Rivals Season 6.5 Release dateErika KirkJohn Wick Game Release DateCatherine Polli Net WorthJonathan HorstKayla NicoleAnthony JoshuaChloe KimCardi BMax Muncy

JAMMU: Police arrested two cross-border drug peddlers associated with a Pakistan-based drone-dropped narcotics module in J&K’s Kathua district and seized about 150g of heroin from them. Kathua Police registered a case and booked the duo under the NDPS Act.Police received information about an episode of drone-dropping along the J&K-Punjab border near Kathua’s Nagri area and launched an investigation. With the help of technical analysis and CCTV footage, the first accused, Jatin from Manwal in Pathankot, was arrested. Further probe led cops to Danish Dogra, a resident of Jakhbar in Kathua, cops said.Preliminary investigation revealed that the accused were in contact with a Pakistan-based smuggler through VoIP calls and had received the consignment of heroin, which was to be sold to vulnerable youths for monetary gain, police stated. Further investigation was underway to uncover the entire smuggling network and forward linkages.Cops requested citizens to come forward with any information and cooperate with authorities in the war against drugs. Pakistan Continues To Ignore India’s Warning As Drones Return To Valley, Third Incident In Five Days End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosPM Modi Says India Pushes Reforms With Conviction, Not Compulsion; Poised To Drive Global Growth’Symbols Of British Empire’: PM Modi On North & South Block In 1st Address From Seva Teerth’Umar Bhar Yahi Bhool’: Yogi Adityanath Quotes Mirza Ghalib In UP Assembly To Target SP’s RecordBNP Demands Sheikh Hasina’s Extradition From India After Bangladesh Poll WinCongress Demands Union Minister Hardeep Puri Resignation Over Alleged Jeffrey Epstein Links RowPM Modi Speaks To BNP Chief Tarique Rahman, Congratulates On ‘Remarkable’ Bangladesh Poll Win6-Year-Old Dead, 5 Injured As Speeding Car Hits Pedestrians On Busy Lucknow Road; CCTV Shows HorrorKiren Rijiju Explains Why Modi Govt Paused Privilege Notice Against Rahul Gandhi After Dubey’s MoveTarique Rahman’s BNP Heads For Landslide In Bangladesh Election, Rivals Cry FoulPM Modi Unveils Seva Teerth, A New PMO Hub Marking Governance Shift In National Capital Delhi123PhotostoriesTop 5 real estate hotspots in Noida to watch in 2026Exclusive: Krushna Abhishek reacts to Sunita Ahuja’s allegations against mama Govinda, talks about Laughter Chefs 3’s success and working on The Great Indian Kapil ShowGalentine’s Day special: Iconic female friendships in Bollywood that define sisterhood6 Vastu mistakes that are silently blocking wealth in your home (don’t ignore number 4)5 national parks in India that are excellent for birdwatchingLove, in different landscapes: Hills, islands and desert skiesSeva Teerth opens doors: PM Modi launches new PMO complex in New Delhi – see picsAbs don’t equal healthy arteries: Doctor explains why appearance isn’t a health report card5 key features that make adventure bikes perfect for long-distance touring5 ways to remove pesticides from grapes and strawberries, tips for storage, and easy dishes123Hot PicksIT Stocks CrashGold Silver PricesBangladesh Election ResultsTelangana Municipal Elections ResultsIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays February 2026Bank Holidays februaryTop TrendingMarvel Rivals Season 6.5 Release dateErika KirkJohn Wick Game Release DateCatherine Polli Net WorthJonathan HorstKayla NicoleAnthony JoshuaChloe KimCardi BMax Muncy

JAMMU: Police arrested two cross-border drug peddlers associated with a Pakistan-based drone-dropped narcotics module in J&K’s Kathua district and seized about 150g of heroin from them. Kathua Police registered a case and booked the duo under the NDPS Act.Police received information about an episode of drone-dropping along the J&K-Punjab border near Kathua’s Nagri area and…

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Power up e-commerce to diversify exports: Niti Aayog

Power up e-commerce to diversify exports: Niti Aayog

NEW DELHI: Supporting e-commerce, particularly electronics-oriented exports, can contribute to export diversification, job creation, and overall economic growth, govt think tank Niti Aayog has said and called for coordinated policy and regulatory reforms to advance cross-border e-commerce.The report released on Friday said that with growing global demand for Indian products, wider adoption of digital platforms,…

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Aries Horoscope Today, February 14, 2026: Jupiter’s warm glance lifts your mood through family news

Aries Horoscope Today, February 14, 2026: Jupiter’s warm glance lifts your mood through family news

Today, Aries, your spiritual side may draw you to sacred spaces or inspire acts of kindness. A delightful family update lifts your spirits, igniting your passion for connection. The spirit of Valentine’s Day encourages you to express affection through small, meaningful acts and collaborative efforts. Your children’s academic journey is progressing well, while your career…

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What happened to influencer Clavicular at Arizona State University fashion show that led to framemogging trend

What happened to influencer Clavicular at Arizona State University fashion show that led to framemogging trend

What happened to influencer Clavicular at Arizona State University fashion show that led to framemogging trend (Image via Getty) The phrase “Clavicular Framemogging” suddenly took over social media this week. People saw it, paused, and read it again. It sounded confusing. Some even thought it was a medical term. But it is not. It is…

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BENGALURU: Bengaluru-based space start-up GalaxEye has signed a channel partnership agreement with Space PSU NewSpace India Limited (Nsil), marking the first time the State-owned company has partnered with a domestic private player to distribute satellite data.Under the agreement, Nsil will resell high-resolution OptoSAR data generated by GalaxEye’s own satellites. GalaxEye’s upcoming spacecraft will be folded into what the founder described as a “virtual constellation”, allowing Nsil to plug data gaps in its current offerings.“Nsil will resell our data. From now on, whatever satellites we launch, Nsil becomes a reseller for that data,” GalaxEye co-founder and CEO Suyash Singh told TOI.The first satellite — “Drishti” — in GalaxEye’s planned 10-satellite constellation is scheduled to leave for launch on Feb 25. The company plans to deploy all 10 spacecraft over the next four years. The current agreement is structured to cover the entire planned constellation, meaning Nsil can distribute data from each satellite as it comes online.In practical terms, Nsil will function as an extended sales arm for the start-up. It will be able to market raw data as well as downstream products built by GalaxEye. The arrangement also allows Nsil to directly sell the satellite data to its own customer base, which includes govt agencies and commercial clients.Drishti, which is expected to launch aboard a SpaceX mission, weighs 160-kg and is pegged to be India’s largest privately built commercial satellite. While GalaxEye, through contracts with Ananth Technologies and XDLINX procured the satellite bus, the firm said the spacecraft will carry its proprietary “SyncFused OptoSAR” technology, combining optical and synthetic aperture radar data on a single platform.About one cubic metre in size with a 3.5-metre deployable antenna, Drishti will offer 1.5-metre resolution imagery and a global revisit time of seven to ten days. The data is aimed at defence, border surveillance, disaster response, infrastructure monitoring, agriculture, and financial risk assessment.GalaxEye has completed around 500 aerial test flights and earlier flew a payload on Isro’s PSLV mission. The structural model was recently tested at Isro’s UR Rao Satellite Centre.The start-up is in discussions with Indian defence and agriculture ministries and has signed letters of intent with partners in over 20 countries. It plans to scale up its future satellites, targeting 0.5-metre resolution in future versions.“With recent geopolitical events increasing, we look forward to providing unparalleled imagery intelligence. We already have interest from defence and security agencies, utilities, agriculture, and financial companies and we are truly excited about the potential of this technology to transform decision-making and operational efficiency across industries,” Singh had earlier told TOI.About the AuthorChethan KumarChethan Kumar is a Senior Assistant Editor with the Times of India. Aside from specialising in Space & Science, he has reported extensively on varied topics, with special focus on defence, policy and data stories. He has covered multiple elections, too. As a young democracy grows out of adolescence, Chethan feels, there are reels of tales emerging which need to be captured. To do this, he alternates between the mundane goings-on of the Common Man and the wonder-filled worlds of scientists and scamsters, politicians and soldiers. In a career spanning nearly 18 years, he has reported from multiple datelines — Houston, Florida, Kochi, Hyderabad, Chennai, Sriharikota (AP), NH-1 (J&K Highway), New Delhi, Ahmedabad, Raichur, Bhatkal, Mysuru, Chamarajanagar, to name a few —  but is based out of Bengaluru, India’s science capital that also hosts the ISRO HQ.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosPM Modi Says India Pushes Reforms With Conviction, Not Compulsion; Poised To Drive Global Growth’Symbols Of British Empire’: PM Modi On North & South Block In 1st Address From Seva Teerth’Umar Bhar Yahi Bhool’: Yogi Adityanath Quotes Mirza Ghalib In UP Assembly To Target SP’s RecordBNP Demands Sheikh Hasina’s Extradition From India After Bangladesh Poll WinCongress Demands Union Minister Hardeep Puri Resignation Over Alleged Jeffrey Epstein Links RowPM Modi Speaks To BNP Chief Tarique Rahman, Congratulates On ‘Remarkable’ Bangladesh Poll Win6-Year-Old Dead, 5 Injured As Speeding Car Hits Pedestrians On Busy Lucknow Road; CCTV Shows HorrorKiren Rijiju Explains Why Modi Govt Paused Privilege Notice Against Rahul Gandhi After Dubey’s MoveTarique Rahman’s BNP Heads For Landslide In Bangladesh Election, Rivals Cry FoulPM Modi Unveils Seva Teerth, A New PMO Hub Marking Governance Shift In National Capital Delhi123PhotostoriesTop 5 real estate hotspots in Noida to watch in 2026Exclusive: Krushna Abhishek reacts to Sunita Ahuja’s allegations against mama Govinda, talks about Laughter Chefs 3’s success and working on The Great Indian Kapil ShowGalentine’s Day special: Iconic female friendships in Bollywood that define sisterhood6 Vastu mistakes that are silently blocking wealth in your home (don’t ignore number 4)5 national parks in India that are excellent for birdwatchingLove, in different landscapes: Hills, islands and desert skiesSeva Teerth opens doors: PM Modi launches new PMO complex in New Delhi – see picsAbs don’t equal healthy arteries: Doctor explains why appearance isn’t a health report card5 key features that make adventure bikes perfect for long-distance touring5 ways to remove pesticides from grapes and strawberries, tips for storage, and easy dishes123Hot PicksIT Stocks CrashGold Silver PricesBangladesh Election ResultsTelangana Municipal Elections ResultsIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays February 2026Bank Holidays februaryTop TrendingMarvel Rivals Season 6.5 Release dateErika KirkJohn Wick Game Release DateCatherine Polli Net WorthJonathan HorstKayla NicoleAnthony JoshuaChloe KimCardi BMax Muncy

BENGALURU: Bengaluru-based space start-up GalaxEye has signed a channel partnership agreement with Space PSU NewSpace India Limited (Nsil), marking the first time the State-owned company has partnered with a domestic private player to distribute satellite data.Under the agreement, Nsil will resell high-resolution OptoSAR data generated by GalaxEye’s own satellites. GalaxEye’s upcoming spacecraft will be folded into what the founder described as a “virtual constellation”, allowing Nsil to plug data gaps in its current offerings.“Nsil will resell our data. From now on, whatever satellites we launch, Nsil becomes a reseller for that data,” GalaxEye co-founder and CEO Suyash Singh told TOI.The first satellite — “Drishti” — in GalaxEye’s planned 10-satellite constellation is scheduled to leave for launch on Feb 25. The company plans to deploy all 10 spacecraft over the next four years. The current agreement is structured to cover the entire planned constellation, meaning Nsil can distribute data from each satellite as it comes online.In practical terms, Nsil will function as an extended sales arm for the start-up. It will be able to market raw data as well as downstream products built by GalaxEye. The arrangement also allows Nsil to directly sell the satellite data to its own customer base, which includes govt agencies and commercial clients.Drishti, which is expected to launch aboard a SpaceX mission, weighs 160-kg and is pegged to be India’s largest privately built commercial satellite. While GalaxEye, through contracts with Ananth Technologies and XDLINX procured the satellite bus, the firm said the spacecraft will carry its proprietary “SyncFused OptoSAR” technology, combining optical and synthetic aperture radar data on a single platform.About one cubic metre in size with a 3.5-metre deployable antenna, Drishti will offer 1.5-metre resolution imagery and a global revisit time of seven to ten days. The data is aimed at defence, border surveillance, disaster response, infrastructure monitoring, agriculture, and financial risk assessment.GalaxEye has completed around 500 aerial test flights and earlier flew a payload on Isro’s PSLV mission. The structural model was recently tested at Isro’s UR Rao Satellite Centre.The start-up is in discussions with Indian defence and agriculture ministries and has signed letters of intent with partners in over 20 countries. It plans to scale up its future satellites, targeting 0.5-metre resolution in future versions.“With recent geopolitical events increasing, we look forward to providing unparalleled imagery intelligence. We already have interest from defence and security agencies, utilities, agriculture, and financial companies and we are truly excited about the potential of this technology to transform decision-making and operational efficiency across industries,” Singh had earlier told TOI.About the AuthorChethan KumarChethan Kumar is a Senior Assistant Editor with the Times of India. Aside from specialising in Space & Science, he has reported extensively on varied topics, with special focus on defence, policy and data stories. He has covered multiple elections, too. As a young democracy grows out of adolescence, Chethan feels, there are reels of tales emerging which need to be captured. To do this, he alternates between the mundane goings-on of the Common Man and the wonder-filled worlds of scientists and scamsters, politicians and soldiers. In a career spanning nearly 18 years, he has reported from multiple datelines — Houston, Florida, Kochi, Hyderabad, Chennai, Sriharikota (AP), NH-1 (J&K Highway), New Delhi, Ahmedabad, Raichur, Bhatkal, Mysuru, Chamarajanagar, to name a few — but is based out of Bengaluru, India’s science capital that also hosts the ISRO HQ.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosPM Modi Says India Pushes Reforms With Conviction, Not Compulsion; Poised To Drive Global Growth’Symbols Of British Empire’: PM Modi On North & South Block In 1st Address From Seva Teerth’Umar Bhar Yahi Bhool’: Yogi Adityanath Quotes Mirza Ghalib In UP Assembly To Target SP’s RecordBNP Demands Sheikh Hasina’s Extradition From India After Bangladesh Poll WinCongress Demands Union Minister Hardeep Puri Resignation Over Alleged Jeffrey Epstein Links RowPM Modi Speaks To BNP Chief Tarique Rahman, Congratulates On ‘Remarkable’ Bangladesh Poll Win6-Year-Old Dead, 5 Injured As Speeding Car Hits Pedestrians On Busy Lucknow Road; CCTV Shows HorrorKiren Rijiju Explains Why Modi Govt Paused Privilege Notice Against Rahul Gandhi After Dubey’s MoveTarique Rahman’s BNP Heads For Landslide In Bangladesh Election, Rivals Cry FoulPM Modi Unveils Seva Teerth, A New PMO Hub Marking Governance Shift In National Capital Delhi123PhotostoriesTop 5 real estate hotspots in Noida to watch in 2026Exclusive: Krushna Abhishek reacts to Sunita Ahuja’s allegations against mama Govinda, talks about Laughter Chefs 3’s success and working on The Great Indian Kapil ShowGalentine’s Day special: Iconic female friendships in Bollywood that define sisterhood6 Vastu mistakes that are silently blocking wealth in your home (don’t ignore number 4)5 national parks in India that are excellent for birdwatchingLove, in different landscapes: Hills, islands and desert skiesSeva Teerth opens doors: PM Modi launches new PMO complex in New Delhi – see picsAbs don’t equal healthy arteries: Doctor explains why appearance isn’t a health report card5 key features that make adventure bikes perfect for long-distance touring5 ways to remove pesticides from grapes and strawberries, tips for storage, and easy dishes123Hot PicksIT Stocks CrashGold Silver PricesBangladesh Election ResultsTelangana Municipal Elections ResultsIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays February 2026Bank Holidays februaryTop TrendingMarvel Rivals Season 6.5 Release dateErika KirkJohn Wick Game Release DateCatherine Polli Net WorthJonathan HorstKayla NicoleAnthony JoshuaChloe KimCardi BMax Muncy

BENGALURU: Bengaluru-based space start-up GalaxEye has signed a channel partnership agreement with Space PSU NewSpace India Limited (Nsil), marking the first time the State-owned company has partnered with a domestic private player to distribute satellite data.Under the agreement, Nsil will resell high-resolution OptoSAR data generated by GalaxEye’s own satellites. GalaxEye’s upcoming spacecraft will be folded…

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IGNOU B.Ed 2026 registration underway, apply before February 27: Direct link to register here

IGNOU B.Ed 2026 registration underway, apply before February 27: Direct link to register here

The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) is accepting applications for its B.Ed programme for the 2026 session. Registration is underway and candidates can apply online through ignou-bed.samarth.edu.in. The last date to submit the application form is February 27, 2026. IGNOU offers the B.Ed course through open and distance learning mode. Admission will be based…

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First picture of Ram Charan’s twins, Allu Sirish’s wedding festivities, Pampa shoot row: Top 5 South stories of the day

First picture of Ram Charan’s twins, Allu Sirish’s wedding festivities, Pampa shoot row: Top 5 South stories of the day

Chiranjeevi revealed the first pictures of Ram Charan’s twins, Shiva Ram Konidela and Anveera Devi Konidela. Allu Sirish began his wedding festivities with a Pasupu ceremony. The Karnataka Film Chamber of Commerce addressed the ‘Toxic’ teaser controversy. A director admitted a mistake regarding a Pampa hilltop shoot. Rajinikanth’s massive salary for his next film is…

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How to stop monitor lizards from entering your home and why these enter residential areas |

How to stop monitor lizards from entering your home and why these enter residential areas |

Seeing a large monitor lizard inside or around your home can be frightening. These reptiles are strong, fast, and can grow several feet long depending on the species. In tropical and subtropical regions across Asia, Africa, and Australia, monitor lizards sometimes enter residential areas. This usually happens near wetlands, forests, farms, or rapidly expanding urban…

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‘Appalling’: Midair brawl over racist comments targeting Pakistani fliers, Jet2 flight diverted to Brussels

‘Appalling’: Midair brawl over racist comments targeting Pakistani fliers, Jet2 flight diverted to Brussels

A Jet2 flight ( LS896) from Turkey’s Antalaya to Manchester, UK had to make an emergency landing in Belgium as two passengers started throwing punches at each other while other passengers screamed. Jet2 described their behaviour as “appalling” and said those two flyers would be banned for life.It all started over a passenger passing racist…

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CHANDIGARH: In a significant ruling affecting thousands of former Armed Forces personnel, the Supreme Court (SC) has held that eligible ex-servicemen (ESM) are entitled to full arrears of disability pension from the applicable cut-off dates, either January 1, 1996, or January 1, 2006, without restriction to a three-year limitation period. The SC also made it clear that “the disability pension is not a matter of largesse, but a recognition of sacrifice made in service of the nation.” “Right to receive disability pension is a valuable right and once found due, the benefit of the same has to be given from the date it became due. The same cannot be curtailed by restricting the benefit to a period of three years preceding the filing of the original application,” the apex court has clarified.A bench comprising Justice Pamidighantam Sri Narasimha and Justice Alok Aradhe passed these orders while dismissing the appeals by the central government and allowing those filed by ex-servicemen seeking complete arrears. The main issue of consideration before the apex court was if the arrears of disability pension be restricted to three years prior to filing the claim before the armed forces tribunal (AFT).The dispute traces back to the Supreme Court’s landmark 2014 judgment titled Union of India versus Ram Avtar, where a three-judge bench ruled that Armed Forces personnel who retired with disabilities attributable to or aggravated by military service were entitled to “broad banding” of disability pension, even if they were not invalidated out of service.Following that ruling, many ex-servicemen approached the AFT seeking re-computation of their disability pension and payment of arrears. While some tribunal benches granted arrears from the date of retirement or applicable pay commission cut-off, others restricted arrears to three years, citing limitation principles.In its appeal, the central government represented by Attorney General submitted that the grievance of the government is confined to the direction to pay arrears of disability pension beyond a period of three years. It was contended that claims for arrears of disability pension are governed by the provisions of the Limitation Act, 1963, as well as Section 22 of the Act, and that even in cases of continuing wrong, arrears cannot extend beyond the prescribed period of limitation.However, rejecting the centre’s plea, the SC observed that pension is not a matter of charity or executive discretion. It is a “deferred portion of compensation” and constitutes a vested property right protected under Article 300A of the Constitution. “The contention advanced on behalf of the Union of India that the claim for arrears of disability pension is barred by Limitation Act, cannot be accepted,” held the SC in its 17-pages detailed order.About the AuthorAjay SuraAjay Sura is Senior Assistant Editor with The Times of India Chandigarh. He covers news concerning the State of Haryana, Punjab & Haryana High Court and Defence & Military Affairs. He likes to analyse political developments and decoding judicial pronouncements. His hobbies include travelling, mountaineering and trekking.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos’Symbols Of British Empire’: PM Modi On North & South Block In 1st Address From Seva Teerth’Umar Bhar Yahi Bhool’: Yogi Adityanath Quotes Mirza Ghalib In UP Assembly To Target SP’s RecordBNP Demands Sheikh Hasina’s Extradition From India After Bangladesh Poll WinCongress Demands Union Minister Hardeep Puri Resignation Over Alleged Jeffrey Epstein Links RowPM Modi Speaks To BNP Chief Tarique Rahman, Congratulates On ‘Remarkable’ Bangladesh Poll Win6-Year-Old Dead, 5 Injured As Speeding Car Hits Pedestrians On Busy Lucknow Road; CCTV Shows HorrorKiren Rijiju Explains Why Modi Govt Paused Privilege Notice Against Rahul Gandhi After Dubey’s MoveTarique Rahman’s BNP Heads For Landslide In Bangladesh Election, Rivals Cry FoulPM Modi Unveils Seva Teerth, A New PMO Hub Marking Governance Shift In National Capital DelhiRafale To Be Built In India For The First Time Outside France After DAC Nod For 114 Fighter Jets123Photostories5 national parks in India that are excellent for birdwatchingTop 5 real estate hotspots in Noida to watch in 2026Seva Teerth opens doors: PM Modi launches new PMO complex in New Delhi – see picsAbs don’t equal healthy arteries: Doctor explains why appearance isn’t a health report card5 key features that make adventure bikes perfect for long-distance touring5 ways to remove pesticides from grapes and strawberries, tips for storage, and easy dishesFrom built-in air conditioners to radar ears: 5 animals with the weirdest ears and how they use themValentine’s Day 2026: 7 romantic red cocktails for Valentine’s Day celebrationFrom Titan Arum to Bulbophyllum Phalaenopsis: 7 worst smelling flowers of the worldDid you know Shahid Kapoor was rejected 100 times before his debut in ‘Ishq Vishk’? 6 lesser-known facts about ‘O Romeo’ actor123Hot PicksIT Stocks CrashGold Silver PricesBangladesh Election ResultsTelangana Municipal Elections ResultsIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays February 2026Bank Holidays februaryTop TrendingMarvel Rivals Season 6.5 Release dateErika KirkBad BunnyCatherine Polli Net WorthSeahawks Super Bowl paradeKayla NicoleAnthony JoshuaChloe KimCardi BMax Muncy

CHANDIGARH: In a significant ruling affecting thousands of former Armed Forces personnel, the Supreme Court (SC) has held that eligible ex-servicemen (ESM) are entitled to full arrears of disability pension from the applicable cut-off dates, either January 1, 1996, or January 1, 2006, without restriction to a three-year limitation period. The SC also made it clear that “the disability pension is not a matter of largesse, but a recognition of sacrifice made in service of the nation.” “Right to receive disability pension is a valuable right and once found due, the benefit of the same has to be given from the date it became due. The same cannot be curtailed by restricting the benefit to a period of three years preceding the filing of the original application,” the apex court has clarified.A bench comprising Justice Pamidighantam Sri Narasimha and Justice Alok Aradhe passed these orders while dismissing the appeals by the central government and allowing those filed by ex-servicemen seeking complete arrears. The main issue of consideration before the apex court was if the arrears of disability pension be restricted to three years prior to filing the claim before the armed forces tribunal (AFT).The dispute traces back to the Supreme Court’s landmark 2014 judgment titled Union of India versus Ram Avtar, where a three-judge bench ruled that Armed Forces personnel who retired with disabilities attributable to or aggravated by military service were entitled to “broad banding” of disability pension, even if they were not invalidated out of service.Following that ruling, many ex-servicemen approached the AFT seeking re-computation of their disability pension and payment of arrears. While some tribunal benches granted arrears from the date of retirement or applicable pay commission cut-off, others restricted arrears to three years, citing limitation principles.In its appeal, the central government represented by Attorney General submitted that the grievance of the government is confined to the direction to pay arrears of disability pension beyond a period of three years. It was contended that claims for arrears of disability pension are governed by the provisions of the Limitation Act, 1963, as well as Section 22 of the Act, and that even in cases of continuing wrong, arrears cannot extend beyond the prescribed period of limitation.However, rejecting the centre’s plea, the SC observed that pension is not a matter of charity or executive discretion. It is a “deferred portion of compensation” and constitutes a vested property right protected under Article 300A of the Constitution. “The contention advanced on behalf of the Union of India that the claim for arrears of disability pension is barred by Limitation Act, cannot be accepted,” held the SC in its 17-pages detailed order.About the AuthorAjay SuraAjay Sura is Senior Assistant Editor with The Times of India Chandigarh. He covers news concerning the State of Haryana, Punjab & Haryana High Court and Defence & Military Affairs. He likes to analyse political developments and decoding judicial pronouncements. His hobbies include travelling, mountaineering and trekking.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos’Symbols Of British Empire’: PM Modi On North & South Block In 1st Address From Seva Teerth’Umar Bhar Yahi Bhool’: Yogi Adityanath Quotes Mirza Ghalib In UP Assembly To Target SP’s RecordBNP Demands Sheikh Hasina’s Extradition From India After Bangladesh Poll WinCongress Demands Union Minister Hardeep Puri Resignation Over Alleged Jeffrey Epstein Links RowPM Modi Speaks To BNP Chief Tarique Rahman, Congratulates On ‘Remarkable’ Bangladesh Poll Win6-Year-Old Dead, 5 Injured As Speeding Car Hits Pedestrians On Busy Lucknow Road; CCTV Shows HorrorKiren Rijiju Explains Why Modi Govt Paused Privilege Notice Against Rahul Gandhi After Dubey’s MoveTarique Rahman’s BNP Heads For Landslide In Bangladesh Election, Rivals Cry FoulPM Modi Unveils Seva Teerth, A New PMO Hub Marking Governance Shift In National Capital DelhiRafale To Be Built In India For The First Time Outside France After DAC Nod For 114 Fighter Jets123Photostories5 national parks in India that are excellent for birdwatchingTop 5 real estate hotspots in Noida to watch in 2026Seva Teerth opens doors: PM Modi launches new PMO complex in New Delhi – see picsAbs don’t equal healthy arteries: Doctor explains why appearance isn’t a health report card5 key features that make adventure bikes perfect for long-distance touring5 ways to remove pesticides from grapes and strawberries, tips for storage, and easy dishesFrom built-in air conditioners to radar ears: 5 animals with the weirdest ears and how they use themValentine’s Day 2026: 7 romantic red cocktails for Valentine’s Day celebrationFrom Titan Arum to Bulbophyllum Phalaenopsis: 7 worst smelling flowers of the worldDid you know Shahid Kapoor was rejected 100 times before his debut in ‘Ishq Vishk’? 6 lesser-known facts about ‘O Romeo’ actor123Hot PicksIT Stocks CrashGold Silver PricesBangladesh Election ResultsTelangana Municipal Elections ResultsIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays February 2026Bank Holidays februaryTop TrendingMarvel Rivals Season 6.5 Release dateErika KirkBad BunnyCatherine Polli Net WorthSeahawks Super Bowl paradeKayla NicoleAnthony JoshuaChloe KimCardi BMax Muncy

CHANDIGARH: In a significant ruling affecting thousands of former Armed Forces personnel, the Supreme Court (SC) has held that eligible ex-servicemen (ESM) are entitled to full arrears of disability pension from the applicable cut-off dates, either January 1, 1996, or January 1, 2006, without restriction to a three-year limitation period. The SC also made it…

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