May 21, 2026
NEW DELHI: In what will benefit hundreds of women short service commission officers, Supreme Court on Tuesday said arbitrariness in assessment of their ACRs, written at a time when they were ineligible for permanent commission (PC), resulted in unfair denial of PC and ordered the armed forces to pay full pension to them.Six years after the landmark judgment making women short service commission officers (WSSCOs) eligible for PC, a bench of CJI Surya Kant and Justices Ujjal Bhuyan and N K Singh said, “ACRs of appellant-SSCWOs were authored with the assumption that they would never undergo any substantive career progression, owing to their ineligibility for PC for the initial 10 years of service.” Watch Supreme Court Raps Forces Over Gender Bias, Orders Justice For Women Officers In Historic Ruling Writing separate judgments for WSSCOs in Army, Navy and IAF, CJI Kant said, “Since the avenue for PC was opened to them much later, this presumption undermined the entire assessment of their ‘suitability’ for any career progression undertaken prior to that and, thus, adversely affected their overall merit in the consideration for PC. Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Amazon Web Services ‘disrupted’ following drone attack in Bahrain; Saudi, UAE mull joining Iran war’They are talking sense’: Trump says Iran ‘agreed to not have nuclear weapon'”We find that denial of PC to WSSCOs was not merely the outcome of individual assessments, but the consequence of a systemic framework rooted in assumptions that entrenched disadvantages in career progression.” The top court bench made the comment after accepting majority of the submissions by amicus curiae and senior advocate Rekha Palli.Invoking its extraordinary powers under Article 142 of the Constitution, the SC said the women SSCOs who have approached the apex court and who have been released from service during pendency of the litigation, “shall be deemed to have completed substantive qualifying service of 20 years and shall be entitled to pension and all consequential benefits, except arrears of pay, on the basis that they have completed such minimum service”.”The pension shall be fixed on the basis of the date of completion of deemed service of 20 years, but arrears thereof, if any, shall be paid to the WSSCOs only with effect from Jan 1, 2025,” the top court said but excluded women SSCOs in Judge Advocate General and Army Engineering Corps (AEC) from this benefit saying they were eligible for PC since 2010.The bench further directed, “All WSSCOs who are continuing in service by virtue of SC orders dated May 9 and May 19 last year, and who have fulfilled the minimum cut-off grade of 60% in the regular selection boards held in 2020 and 2021, shall be entitled to permanent commission, subject to their meeting the medical criteria and on receiving disciplinary and vigilance clearance.”End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia Built A Naval Network But Missed The Red Sea’s Key ChokepointLPG Ships Pine Gas And Jag Vasant Safely Cross Hormuz, Crew Hails Indian NavyIran Threats Undermine 10 Million Indian Lives, Israel’s ‘Great Plans With India’: Envoy AzarVessels ‘Going Dark’ In EEZ: Navy Chief Tripathi On ‘Emerging Flash Points’ In Indo-PacificAre Trump’s Iran Announcements Driven By Market Manipulation?; Trump Calls Modi To Discuss Iran WarIAF’s Biggest Aircraft Deal Progress To Replace Aging Fleet , C-130J, C-390 And A400M In RaceUS President Trump Dials PM Modi Amid West Asia Conflict, Discusses Strait Of HormuzIndia’s Rafale Marine Deal May Move Faster Than Planned With Trainer Arrival: Reports’India Indispensable To Asia’: Donald Trump’s War Envoy Colby Signals US Shift Amid West Asia CrisisGovt Calls All-Party Meeting To Discuss West Asia Conflict Amid Opposition Uproar123PhotostoriesInside the love lives of ‘The Brady Bunch’ cast: From on-screen family to real-life romancesExpert-approved 10 food combinations offering 12-30 g protein per servingExclusive – ‘The 50’ Winner Shiv Thakare opens up about his journey, Prince sacrificing his Ticket To Finale for him and his team distracting Faisu during finale taskStop Frying: Chef Sanjeev Kapoor shares 3 ways to prepare sweet potato in an air fryer6 kg vs 10 kg washing machine: How many clothes can your machine handle at a timeWhy women need to think about calcium much earlier than they usually doChennai airport phase-2 international terminal to open by December, set to handle 35 million passengers annually10 foods that were once illegal around the world and why they were bannedFrom gold to copper: 5 smart metal investments to make this NavratriRanveer Singh’s Car Collection: Top 5 cars owned by the actor123Hot PicksTrain ticket refund ruleFortnite layoffsSonia GandhiGold rate todayIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays March 2026Bank Holidays MarchTop Trending82nd Airborne DivisionFortnite layoffsRCB soldSonia GandhiIRCTC ticket bookingFrances TiafoeHarish RanaTrump Modi callToronto airport heistBihar Board Science Topper

NEW DELHI: In what will benefit hundreds of women short service commission officers, Supreme Court on Tuesday said arbitrariness in assessment of their ACRs, written at a time when they were ineligible for permanent commission (PC), resulted in unfair denial of PC and ordered the armed forces to pay full pension to them.Six years after the landmark judgment making women short service commission officers (WSSCOs) eligible for PC, a bench of CJI Surya Kant and Justices Ujjal Bhuyan and N K Singh said, “ACRs of appellant-SSCWOs were authored with the assumption that they would never undergo any substantive career progression, owing to their ineligibility for PC for the initial 10 years of service.” Watch Supreme Court Raps Forces Over Gender Bias, Orders Justice For Women Officers In Historic Ruling Writing separate judgments for WSSCOs in Army, Navy and IAF, CJI Kant said, “Since the avenue for PC was opened to them much later, this presumption undermined the entire assessment of their ‘suitability’ for any career progression undertaken prior to that and, thus, adversely affected their overall merit in the consideration for PC. Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Amazon Web Services ‘disrupted’ following drone attack in Bahrain; Saudi, UAE mull joining Iran war’They are talking sense’: Trump says Iran ‘agreed to not have nuclear weapon'”We find that denial of PC to WSSCOs was not merely the outcome of individual assessments, but the consequence of a systemic framework rooted in assumptions that entrenched disadvantages in career progression.” The top court bench made the comment after accepting majority of the submissions by amicus curiae and senior advocate Rekha Palli.Invoking its extraordinary powers under Article 142 of the Constitution, the SC said the women SSCOs who have approached the apex court and who have been released from service during pendency of the litigation, “shall be deemed to have completed substantive qualifying service of 20 years and shall be entitled to pension and all consequential benefits, except arrears of pay, on the basis that they have completed such minimum service”.”The pension shall be fixed on the basis of the date of completion of deemed service of 20 years, but arrears thereof, if any, shall be paid to the WSSCOs only with effect from Jan 1, 2025,” the top court said but excluded women SSCOs in Judge Advocate General and Army Engineering Corps (AEC) from this benefit saying they were eligible for PC since 2010.The bench further directed, “All WSSCOs who are continuing in service by virtue of SC orders dated May 9 and May 19 last year, and who have fulfilled the minimum cut-off grade of 60% in the regular selection boards held in 2020 and 2021, shall be entitled to permanent commission, subject to their meeting the medical criteria and on receiving disciplinary and vigilance clearance.”End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia Built A Naval Network But Missed The Red Sea’s Key ChokepointLPG Ships Pine Gas And Jag Vasant Safely Cross Hormuz, Crew Hails Indian NavyIran Threats Undermine 10 Million Indian Lives, Israel’s ‘Great Plans With India’: Envoy AzarVessels ‘Going Dark’ In EEZ: Navy Chief Tripathi On ‘Emerging Flash Points’ In Indo-PacificAre Trump’s Iran Announcements Driven By Market Manipulation?; Trump Calls Modi To Discuss Iran WarIAF’s Biggest Aircraft Deal Progress To Replace Aging Fleet , C-130J, C-390 And A400M In RaceUS President Trump Dials PM Modi Amid West Asia Conflict, Discusses Strait Of HormuzIndia’s Rafale Marine Deal May Move Faster Than Planned With Trainer Arrival: Reports’India Indispensable To Asia’: Donald Trump’s War Envoy Colby Signals US Shift Amid West Asia CrisisGovt Calls All-Party Meeting To Discuss West Asia Conflict Amid Opposition Uproar123PhotostoriesInside the love lives of ‘The Brady Bunch’ cast: From on-screen family to real-life romancesExpert-approved 10 food combinations offering 12-30 g protein per servingExclusive – ‘The 50’ Winner Shiv Thakare opens up about his journey, Prince sacrificing his Ticket To Finale for him and his team distracting Faisu during finale taskStop Frying: Chef Sanjeev Kapoor shares 3 ways to prepare sweet potato in an air fryer6 kg vs 10 kg washing machine: How many clothes can your machine handle at a timeWhy women need to think about calcium much earlier than they usually doChennai airport phase-2 international terminal to open by December, set to handle 35 million passengers annually10 foods that were once illegal around the world and why they were bannedFrom gold to copper: 5 smart metal investments to make this NavratriRanveer Singh’s Car Collection: Top 5 cars owned by the actor123Hot PicksTrain ticket refund ruleFortnite layoffsSonia GandhiGold rate todayIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays March 2026Bank Holidays MarchTop Trending82nd Airborne DivisionFortnite layoffsRCB soldSonia GandhiIRCTC ticket bookingFrances TiafoeHarish RanaTrump Modi callToronto airport heistBihar Board Science Topper

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NEW DELHI: In what will benefit hundreds of women short service commission officers, Supreme Court on Tuesday said arbitrariness in assessment of their ACRs, written at a time when they were ineligible for permanent commission (PC), resulted in unfair denial of PC and ordered the armed forces to pay full pension to them.Six years after…

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Mar 25, 2026, 13:02 IST

Mar 25, 2026, 13:02 IST

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MS Dhoni at Chepauk (Screengrab) The veteran batter of CSK, MS Dhoni, is set to play his 19th IPL season. Even at the age of 44, he remains active in the tournament. In a recent intra-squad match at Chepauk, Dhoni was seen effortlessly smashing a six off Mukesh Chaudhary with just a slight movement of…

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‘No shortage of petrol, diesel, or LPG’: BPCL, HPCL, IOCL soothe fuel concerns in India

‘No shortage of petrol, diesel, or LPG’: BPCL, HPCL, IOCL soothe fuel concerns in India

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Amid rising concerns about fuel supply in the country, several oil giants have issued clarifications stating there is no shortage, calling such rumours “completely false” and assuring that supply remains normal and sufficient. The statements come at a time when global oil supplies are disrupted due to Iran’s chokehold of the Strait of Hormuz amid…

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DRDO CEPTAM 11 answer key 2026 released, download response sheet PDF from drdo.gov.in; check direct link here

DRDO CEPTAM 11 answer key 2026 released, download response sheet PDF from drdo.gov.in; check direct link here

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DRDO CEPTAM 11 answer key 2026 released, check response sheet and calculate scores online DRDO CEPTAM 11 answer key 2026: The Defence Research and Development Organisation has released the DRDO CEPTAM 11 answer key 2026 on its official website. Candidates who appeared for the computer-based test can now access their response sheets and verify their…

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‘The Koreans’ begins production with ‘Squid Game’ star Lee Byung-hun and Han Ji-min

‘The Koreans’ begins production with ‘Squid Game’ star Lee Byung-hun and Han Ji-min

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South Korea is set to debut ‘The Koreans,’ a reimagined version of ‘The Americans,’ featuring ‘Squid Game’ stars Lee Byung-hun and Han Ji-min as North Korean spies undercover in the 1990s. The series explores their dual lives, caught between homeland loyalty and family bonds, as a counterintelligence agent closes in. The reimagined Korean version of…

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How Iran war is helping Kim Jong Un justify North Korea’s nuclear arsenal

How Iran war is helping Kim Jong Un justify North Korea’s nuclear arsenal

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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un defended his country’s nuclear arsenal, citing the ongoing Iran war as proof of the need for strong military deterrence, according to the South Korean state-run Korean Central News Agency (KCNA).Speaking to North Korea’s Supreme People’s Assembly on Tuesday, Kim accused the United States of carrying out “terrorism and invasions”…

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NEW DELHI: Even as the opposition demanded that the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Bill 2026 be referred to a parliamentary standing committee for wider consultations, Lok Sabha passed it by a voice vote, with govt responding to allegations of “exclusion” by saying the changes were aimed at ensuring that the protection and benefits under the law reach genuine transgender persons.The bill is listed to be taken up by Rajya Sabha on Wednesday. The opposition slammed govt for taking away the right to self-determination of gender identity that was upheld by Supreme Court in its landmark NALSA judgment. Congress MPs S Jothimani set off the debate from Opposition’s side and along with Supriya Sule (NCP-SP), Anand Bhadauria (Samajwadi Party), T. Sumathy (DMK), June Maliah (TMC), Arvind Ganpat Sawant (Shiv Sena UBT), Abhay Kumar Sinha (RJD) and other Congress MPs opposed the legislation.Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Amazon Web Services ‘disrupted’ following drone attack in Bahrain; Saudi, UAE mull joining Iran war’They are talking sense’: Trump says Iran ‘agreed to not have nuclear weapon’ Watch Transgender Bill Sparks Massive Backlash As Activists Say Identity Cannot Be Decided By The State The MPs contended that the bill was introduced without adequate consultations with the transgender community and it narrows the definition by excluding self-perceived identities and introduces a medical board, which would further their exclusion and violate the rights of TG persons. MPs from TDP, (BJP), JD(U) and Shiv Sena supported the bill, building on the govt’s arguments. Replying to a discussion on the bill, social justice and empowerment minister Virendra Kumar said that the 2019 law was brought to provide protection and welfare to transgender persons, and that the amendment bill aims to focus on those who face severe social boycott due to their biological condition.In the statement and objects of the bill, it is stated, “The purpose of the Act was to protect a specified class of persons socially and culturally known as transgender people who face societal discrimination of an extreme and oppressive nature.” It adds, “The purpose was and is not to protect each and every class of persons with various gender identities, self-perceived sex/gender identities or gender fluidities.”In a major departure from the existing law, the bill proposes to omit the clause that allowed “self-perceived gender identity” to be the basis for self-determination and identification for grant of transgender certificate by the district magistrate.The provision of a medical board headed by chief medical officer has been introduced in the bill, and going forward, the district magistrate will issue a certificate of transgender identity after examining the recommendation of the medical board, cited as “authority”, to be constituted by central or state govts. The minister defended stricter penal provisions in the bill, stating that they are necessary to prevent exploitation, coercion and harm, especially in cases involving children.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia Built A Naval Network But Missed The Red Sea’s Key ChokepointLPG Ships Pine Gas And Jag Vasant Safely Cross Hormuz, Crew Hails Indian NavyIran Threats Undermine 10 Million Indian Lives, Israel’s ‘Great Plans With India’: Envoy AzarVessels ‘Going Dark’ In EEZ: Navy Chief Tripathi On ‘Emerging Flash Points’ In Indo-PacificAre Trump’s Iran Announcements Driven By Market Manipulation?; Trump Calls Modi To Discuss Iran WarIAF’s Biggest Aircraft Deal Progress To Replace Aging Fleet , C-130J, C-390 And A400M In RaceUS President Trump Dials PM Modi Amid West Asia Conflict, Discusses Strait Of HormuzIndia’s Rafale Marine Deal May Move Faster Than Planned With Trainer Arrival: Reports’India Indispensable To Asia’: Donald Trump’s War Envoy Colby Signals US Shift Amid West Asia CrisisGovt Calls All-Party Meeting To Discuss West Asia Conflict Amid Opposition Uproar123PhotostoriesInside the love lives of ‘The Brady Bunch’ cast: From on-screen family to real-life romancesExpert-approved 10 food combinations offering 12-30 g protein per servingExclusive – ‘The 50’ Winner Shiv Thakare opens up about his journey, Prince sacrificing his Ticket To Finale for him and his team distracting Faisu during finale taskStop Frying: Chef Sanjeev Kapoor shares 3 ways to prepare sweet potato in an air fryer6 kg vs 10 kg washing machine: How many clothes can your machine handle at a timeWhy women need to think about calcium much earlier than they usually doChennai airport phase-2 international terminal to open by December, set to handle 35 million passengers annually10 foods that were once illegal around the world and why they were bannedFrom gold to copper: 5 smart metal investments to make this NavratriRanveer Singh’s Car Collection: Top 5 cars owned by the actor123Hot PicksTrain ticket refund ruleFortnite layoffsSonia GandhiGold rate todayIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays March 2026Bank Holidays MarchTop Trending82nd Airborne DivisionFortnite layoffsRCB soldSonia GandhiIRCTC ticket bookingFrances TiafoeHarish RanaTrump Modi callToronto airport heistBihar Board Science Topper

NEW DELHI: Even as the opposition demanded that the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Bill 2026 be referred to a parliamentary standing committee for wider consultations, Lok Sabha passed it by a voice vote, with govt responding to allegations of “exclusion” by saying the changes were aimed at ensuring that the protection and benefits under the law reach genuine transgender persons.The bill is listed to be taken up by Rajya Sabha on Wednesday. The opposition slammed govt for taking away the right to self-determination of gender identity that was upheld by Supreme Court in its landmark NALSA judgment. Congress MPs S Jothimani set off the debate from Opposition’s side and along with Supriya Sule (NCP-SP), Anand Bhadauria (Samajwadi Party), T. Sumathy (DMK), June Maliah (TMC), Arvind Ganpat Sawant (Shiv Sena UBT), Abhay Kumar Sinha (RJD) and other Congress MPs opposed the legislation.Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Amazon Web Services ‘disrupted’ following drone attack in Bahrain; Saudi, UAE mull joining Iran war’They are talking sense’: Trump says Iran ‘agreed to not have nuclear weapon’ Watch Transgender Bill Sparks Massive Backlash As Activists Say Identity Cannot Be Decided By The State The MPs contended that the bill was introduced without adequate consultations with the transgender community and it narrows the definition by excluding self-perceived identities and introduces a medical board, which would further their exclusion and violate the rights of TG persons. MPs from TDP, (BJP), JD(U) and Shiv Sena supported the bill, building on the govt’s arguments. Replying to a discussion on the bill, social justice and empowerment minister Virendra Kumar said that the 2019 law was brought to provide protection and welfare to transgender persons, and that the amendment bill aims to focus on those who face severe social boycott due to their biological condition.In the statement and objects of the bill, it is stated, “The purpose of the Act was to protect a specified class of persons socially and culturally known as transgender people who face societal discrimination of an extreme and oppressive nature.” It adds, “The purpose was and is not to protect each and every class of persons with various gender identities, self-perceived sex/gender identities or gender fluidities.”In a major departure from the existing law, the bill proposes to omit the clause that allowed “self-perceived gender identity” to be the basis for self-determination and identification for grant of transgender certificate by the district magistrate.The provision of a medical board headed by chief medical officer has been introduced in the bill, and going forward, the district magistrate will issue a certificate of transgender identity after examining the recommendation of the medical board, cited as “authority”, to be constituted by central or state govts. The minister defended stricter penal provisions in the bill, stating that they are necessary to prevent exploitation, coercion and harm, especially in cases involving children.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia Built A Naval Network But Missed The Red Sea’s Key ChokepointLPG Ships Pine Gas And Jag Vasant Safely Cross Hormuz, Crew Hails Indian NavyIran Threats Undermine 10 Million Indian Lives, Israel’s ‘Great Plans With India’: Envoy AzarVessels ‘Going Dark’ In EEZ: Navy Chief Tripathi On ‘Emerging Flash Points’ In Indo-PacificAre Trump’s Iran Announcements Driven By Market Manipulation?; Trump Calls Modi To Discuss Iran WarIAF’s Biggest Aircraft Deal Progress To Replace Aging Fleet , C-130J, C-390 And A400M In RaceUS President Trump Dials PM Modi Amid West Asia Conflict, Discusses Strait Of HormuzIndia’s Rafale Marine Deal May Move Faster Than Planned With Trainer Arrival: Reports’India Indispensable To Asia’: Donald Trump’s War Envoy Colby Signals US Shift Amid West Asia CrisisGovt Calls All-Party Meeting To Discuss West Asia Conflict Amid Opposition Uproar123PhotostoriesInside the love lives of ‘The Brady Bunch’ cast: From on-screen family to real-life romancesExpert-approved 10 food combinations offering 12-30 g protein per servingExclusive – ‘The 50’ Winner Shiv Thakare opens up about his journey, Prince sacrificing his Ticket To Finale for him and his team distracting Faisu during finale taskStop Frying: Chef Sanjeev Kapoor shares 3 ways to prepare sweet potato in an air fryer6 kg vs 10 kg washing machine: How many clothes can your machine handle at a timeWhy women need to think about calcium much earlier than they usually doChennai airport phase-2 international terminal to open by December, set to handle 35 million passengers annually10 foods that were once illegal around the world and why they were bannedFrom gold to copper: 5 smart metal investments to make this NavratriRanveer Singh’s Car Collection: Top 5 cars owned by the actor123Hot PicksTrain ticket refund ruleFortnite layoffsSonia GandhiGold rate todayIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays March 2026Bank Holidays MarchTop Trending82nd Airborne DivisionFortnite layoffsRCB soldSonia GandhiIRCTC ticket bookingFrances TiafoeHarish RanaTrump Modi callToronto airport heistBihar Board Science Topper

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NEW DELHI: Even as the opposition demanded that the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Bill 2026 be referred to a parliamentary standing committee for wider consultations, Lok Sabha passed it by a voice vote, with govt responding to allegations of “exclusion” by saying the changes were aimed at ensuring that the protection and benefits…

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Mar 25, 2026, 12:26 IST

Mar 25, 2026, 12:26 IST

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NEW DELHI: Rinku Singh enjoyed a double bonanza on Tuesday. First, he was handed the vice-captaincy of the Kolkata Knight Riders ahead of the IPL 2026 season, and then he was appointed as a Regional Sports Officer by the Uttar Pradesh Government. He was handed the appointment letter for the post by UP Chief Minister…

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WBJEEB JENPAS UG 2026 registration begins at wbjeeb.nic.in: Direct link to apply here

WBJEEB JENPAS UG 2026 registration begins at wbjeeb.nic.in: Direct link to apply here

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The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) has started the registration process for the Joint Entrance Test for Nursing, Paramedical, and Allied Sciences Undergraduate (JENPAS UG) 2026 today, March 25, 2026. Interested and eligible candidates can now apply online through the official website.Candidates can submit their applications for JENPAS UG 2026 till April 15,…

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Imran Khan dreams of remaking Anil Kapoor’s timeless ‘Mr India’, calling it “crazy” in a Reddit AMA. He praises its grounded fantasy and Anil’s ageless charm. Fans cheer a modern take preserving the hero’s idealism. The 1987 classic blends action, comedy, and hits like Hawa Hawai against villain Mogambo. ‘Mr. India’ is one of the…

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‘Can never get along with people like you’: IRGC spokesperson Zolfaghari to Trump. An Iranian military spokesperson has publicly ridiculed US efforts to broker a ceasefire, casting fresh doubt over Washington’s proposed 15-point peace plan.Lt. Col. Ebrahim Zolfaghari, speaking on state television on Wednesday, dismissed claims by Donald Trump that discussions were under way, suggesting…

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Rain Batters UAE Cities Again: How Long Will This Unsettled Weather Last? A spell of rare spring rain has swept across the United Arab Emirates this week, bringing dark clouds, gusty winds and thunderstorms to cities more accustomed to clear desert skies. From Dubai and Abu Dhabi to the eastern and northern emirates, residents have…

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NEW DELHI: India is facing a growing obesity burden, with one in four Indians overweight, yet the condition continues to be misunderstood as a lifestyle issue rather than a disease, experts said at a recent panel discussion following World Obesity Day, led by ICMR and AIIMS.Experts said that despite rising awareness, most people do not seek treatment, and even those who attempt weight loss struggle to sustain it. “We lack effective long-term interventions, and behaviour change remains difficult,” said Dr Rajiv Bahl, Secretary, Department of Health Research and Director General, ICMR, pointing to wider societal and environmental barriers.He noted that unhealthy foods are often cheaper and more accessible, while healthier options remain harder to adopt.Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Amazon Web Services ‘disrupted’ following drone attack in Bahrain; Saudi, UAE mull joining Iran war’They are talking sense’: Trump says Iran ‘agreed to not have nuclear weapon”They cannot have a nuclear weapon’: US pushes 15-point plan to end Iran war, sent via PakistanThe panel brought together Dr Bahl; Dr Anoop Misra, Director, National Diabetes, Obesity and Cholesterol Foundation; Dr Naval Vikram, Professor, Department of Medicine, AIIMS; and Dr Vandana Jain, Professor, Pediatric Endocrinology, AIIMS.Dr Kamini Walia, Scientist and Head, Descriptive Research Division, ICMR, said obesity should be understood as a multifactorial disease driven by genetic, metabolic, environmental and social factors, and not reduced to individual blame.Clinicians said the problem is rooted in everyday life. Dr Naval Vikram said obesity is a chronic disease requiring long-term management, influenced by diet, physical activity, psychological and environmental factors.The panel underlined that obesity often begins early. Dr Vandana Jain said childhood habits, family food choices and activity patterns play a key role, stressing the need for healthier home environments.Dr Anoop Misra pointed out that Indians develop metabolic complications at lower body weight levels, making early identification critical. He added that newer anti-obesity drugs are not a population-level solution and must be used selectively along with lifestyle changes.Experts also flagged gaps in policy and implementation, saying improving access to healthy food and creating spaces for physical activity remain key challenges.They also highlighted emerging research areas, including gut microbiome, early-life nutrition and maternal health, which may shape obesity risk from early stages of life.A key concern remains stigma, which discourages people from seeking care. Experts said recognising obesity as a disease could shift focus towards long-term management and prevention.About the AuthorAnuja JaiswalAnuja Jaiswal is a Senior Assistant Editor at The Times of India, with an impressive 18-year career in narrative journalism. She specializes in health and heritage reporting, expertly simplifying complex health information to make it engaging and understandable for readers. Her deep dives into heritage topics are well-researched, resulting in captivating narratives that resonate with her audience. Over the years, she has worked in Chandigarh, Chhattisgarh and West UP, gaining diverse on-ground experience that shapes her storytelling.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosAfter Dhurandhar 2 Release, Former IG Reveals Atiq Ahmed’s Pak Connection, Fake Currency Racket LinksIndia Built A Naval Network But Missed The Red Sea’s Key ChokepointLPG Ships Pine Gas And Jag Vasant Safely Cross Hormuz, Crew Hails Indian NavyIran Threats Undermine 10 Million Indian Lives, Israel’s ‘Great Plans With India’: Envoy AzarVessels ‘Going Dark’ In EEZ: Navy Chief Tripathi On ‘Emerging Flash Points’ In Indo-PacificAre Trump’s Iran Announcements Driven By Market Manipulation?; Trump Calls Modi To Discuss Iran WarIAF’s Biggest Aircraft Deal Progress To Replace Aging Fleet , C-130J, C-390 And A400M In RaceUS President Trump Dials PM Modi Amid West Asia Conflict, Discusses Strait Of HormuzIndia’s Rafale Marine Deal May Move Faster Than Planned With Trainer Arrival: Reports’India Indispensable To Asia’: Donald Trump’s War Envoy Colby Signals US Shift Amid West Asia Crisis123PhotostoriesStrangest discoveries in the world — and where to go see them6 luxury electric cars that are redefining the future of drivingRam Navami 2026: What is Panakam, how to make it and why is it called Lord Rama’s favourite drink5 foods to add to your diet to glow from withinGautam Adani’s Ahmedabad home reflects understated luxury livingKidney health: Gurugram-based doctor shares 5 daily habits that quietly damage your kidneysSadhguru’s wisdom: 7 rules of discipline for students10 house names inspired by ancient Indian cities and their meaningsHow to grow sacred marigold flowers in your home gardenInside the love lives of ‘The Brady Bunch’ cast: From on-screen family to real-life romances123Hot PicksTrain ticket refund ruleFortnite layoffsSonia GandhiGold rate todayIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays March 2026Bank Holidays MarchTop TrendingLuka DoncicTom BradyRCB soldRSK MP Board 8th ResultIRCTC ticket bookingFrances TiafoeHarish RanaTrump Modi callToronto airport heistBihar Board Science Topper

NEW DELHI: India is facing a growing obesity burden, with one in four Indians overweight, yet the condition continues to be misunderstood as a lifestyle issue rather than a disease, experts said at a recent panel discussion following World Obesity Day, led by ICMR and AIIMS.Experts said that despite rising awareness, most people do not seek treatment, and even those who attempt weight loss struggle to sustain it. “We lack effective long-term interventions, and behaviour change remains difficult,” said Dr Rajiv Bahl, Secretary, Department of Health Research and Director General, ICMR, pointing to wider societal and environmental barriers.He noted that unhealthy foods are often cheaper and more accessible, while healthier options remain harder to adopt.Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Amazon Web Services ‘disrupted’ following drone attack in Bahrain; Saudi, UAE mull joining Iran war’They are talking sense’: Trump says Iran ‘agreed to not have nuclear weapon”They cannot have a nuclear weapon’: US pushes 15-point plan to end Iran war, sent via PakistanThe panel brought together Dr Bahl; Dr Anoop Misra, Director, National Diabetes, Obesity and Cholesterol Foundation; Dr Naval Vikram, Professor, Department of Medicine, AIIMS; and Dr Vandana Jain, Professor, Pediatric Endocrinology, AIIMS.Dr Kamini Walia, Scientist and Head, Descriptive Research Division, ICMR, said obesity should be understood as a multifactorial disease driven by genetic, metabolic, environmental and social factors, and not reduced to individual blame.Clinicians said the problem is rooted in everyday life. Dr Naval Vikram said obesity is a chronic disease requiring long-term management, influenced by diet, physical activity, psychological and environmental factors.The panel underlined that obesity often begins early. Dr Vandana Jain said childhood habits, family food choices and activity patterns play a key role, stressing the need for healthier home environments.Dr Anoop Misra pointed out that Indians develop metabolic complications at lower body weight levels, making early identification critical. He added that newer anti-obesity drugs are not a population-level solution and must be used selectively along with lifestyle changes.Experts also flagged gaps in policy and implementation, saying improving access to healthy food and creating spaces for physical activity remain key challenges.They also highlighted emerging research areas, including gut microbiome, early-life nutrition and maternal health, which may shape obesity risk from early stages of life.A key concern remains stigma, which discourages people from seeking care. Experts said recognising obesity as a disease could shift focus towards long-term management and prevention.About the AuthorAnuja JaiswalAnuja Jaiswal is a Senior Assistant Editor at The Times of India, with an impressive 18-year career in narrative journalism. She specializes in health and heritage reporting, expertly simplifying complex health information to make it engaging and understandable for readers. Her deep dives into heritage topics are well-researched, resulting in captivating narratives that resonate with her audience. 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NEW DELHI: India is facing a growing obesity burden, with one in four Indians overweight, yet the condition continues to be misunderstood as a lifestyle issue rather than a disease, experts said at a recent panel discussion following World Obesity Day, led by ICMR and AIIMS.Experts said that despite rising awareness, most people do not…

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