The Times of India Natural for those in love to hug & kiss, it's not sexual harassment: Madras HC

The Madras high court quashed sexual harassment charges against a 20-year-old man, stating that hugging and kissing between lovers is natural and not a crime. The court acknowledged the three-year relationship and deemed the woman's allegations, made after the man refused marriage, insufficient to constitute sexual harassment under Section 354-A(1)(i) of the IPC.

The Times of India Entering hotel room with man no signal of consent for sex: HC

The high court overturned a lower court's decision to discharge a rape accused, stating that entering a hotel room with a man doesn't imply consent for sex. The court emphasized that the survivor's immediate distress and complaint indicated a lack of consent and ordered the trial court to proceed with charges against the accused.

The Times of India Police remand for cop who stabbed MICA student

Ahmedabad police arrested and obtained a 10-day remand of head constable Virendrasinh Padheria for the murder of MICA student Priyanshu Jain. Padheria, a habitual offender, was apprehended in Punjab and is being investigated for his role in the crime, including locating the murder weapon.

The Times of India Bring health supplements under drug control watch, suggests panel

An inter-ministerial committee has recommended that health supplements claiming to cure or mitigate diseases be classified as drugs. This shift aims to increase regulatory oversight by bringing these products under the purview of the CDSCO instead of the FSSAI, potentially impacting pricing and advertising practices.

The Times of India After deadly accident, grieving Dehradun pushes for safe driving

A horrific car crash in Dehradun, India, claimed the lives of six young people and left one critically injured. The victims, aged 19 to 24, were in a speeding MUV that collided with a container truck. Overspeeding is believed to be the primary cause of the accident.

The Times of India Trump appoints Steven Cheung as White House communications director

Donald Trump has appointed Steven Cheung, his former campaign spokesman, as White House communications director. Sergio Gor will lead the Presidential Personnel Office. North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum, who briefly challenged Trump for the 2024 GOP nomination, will be heading the Department of the Interior.

The Times of India Tavia Hunt can't wait for Travis & Taylor Swift, Donna Kelce joins cast

A new movie about Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift will be released soon. The movie will also feature Travis's mother, Donna Kelce. Tavia Hunt, wife of Kansas City Chiefs CEO Clark Hunt, shared her excitement about the movie. The movie will blend sports, music, and family dynamics. Fans are eagerly awaiting the release of the film.

The Times of India Accused of fund misuse, Karnataka to make temple audit reports public

The Karnataka government will publicly disclose audit reports of major temples (A and B category) under its endowment department. This decision aims to address allegations by BJP and JD(S) regarding fund misuse. The reports will detail revenue, expenses, and fund allocation, covering approximately 207 A-category and 139 B-category temples.

The Times of India MNS cancels Shivaji Park rally, UBT only one in the queue now

Raj Thackeray's Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) has canceled its closing election rally at Mumbai's Shivaji Park, citing lack of permission from the state government. With MNS withdrawing, the Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena (UBT) remains the only applicant for the venue on November 17th, just two days before the state elections.

The Times of India At tribal heartland, Rahul again flashes his red book, vows for caste census

Addressing a rally in Jharkhand, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi accused the BJP and RSS of trying to "kill" the Constitution by dividing the nation along caste and communal lines. He promised a caste census and increased reservations for OBCs, STs, and SCs if the INDIA bloc comes to power in the state.

The Times of India PM in vicinity, Rahul copter's takeoff stalled; Congress cries foul

Congress has filed a complaint with the Election Commission alleging that the BJP is manipulating government control to hinder the opposition's election campaigns in Jharkhand. The complaint stems from an incident where Rahul Gandhi's flight was delayed, preventing him from attending a rally in Deoghar. Congress claims that the delay was a deliberate tactic to obstruct their campaign efforts.

The Times of India PM Modi's plane faces snag at Deoghar airport, delays his Delhi return

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's return to Delhi from Jharkhand's Deoghar airport was delayed for over two hours due to a technical issue with his aircraft. The problem was detected while he was on board, prompting a halt and efforts to rectify it. A backup Indian Air Force plane was dispatched from Delhi to ensure his safe return.

The Times of India After Ajit Pawar, BJP netas too oppose 'Batenge toh...' slogan

UP CM Yogi Adityanath's controversial "Batenge toh katenge" slogan has sparked criticism from within the BJP's Maharashtra alliance. Prominent BJP figures, including Pankaja Munde and Ashok Chavan, expressed reservations, while NCP leaders also voiced disapproval. Despite attempts to clarify its meaning, the slogan continues to generate controversy.

The Times of India Congress has no blueprint, lying on caste census, says Rajnath Singh

During Jharkhand rallies, defense minister Rajnath Singh accused Congress of misleading voters with promises of a caste census, highlighting their lack of a concrete implementation plan. Singh criticized Congress's history with the census, stating their failure to publish the 2011 report despite conducting it.

The Times of India Mining mafia sexually harasses UP officer, 3 arrested