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The Times of India High Court slams cops for bid to save man who tried to disrobe woman

The Bombay High Court criticized police for not including a panchnama of a woman's torn clothes in a chargesheet in a case of attempted disrobing. The court directed the additional chief secretary (home) to respond personally, indicating deficiencies in investigations, which could ultimately benefit the accused. This case questions the police's commitment to serious offenses against women.

The Times of India High Court slams cops for bid to save man who tried to disrobe woman

The Bombay High Court criticized police for not including a panchnama of a woman's torn clothes in a chargesheet in a case of attempted disrobing. The court directed the additional chief secretary (home) to respond personally, indicating deficiencies in investigations, which could ultimately benefit the accused. This case questions the police's commitment to serious offenses against women.

The Times of India WB lets it out in SC how some Muslims zipped into OBC list

The West Bengal government's affidavit to the Supreme Court defended its inclusion of 77 castes, mainly Muslims, in the OBC list, claiming a thorough process, even though some approvals occurred in less than 24 hours. This response was following a Calcutta HC order seeking an explanation for these rapid inclusions between 2010 and 2012.

The Times of India Gujarat assembly passes bill to stop human sacrifice

The Gujarat assembly passed the 'Gujarat Prevention and Eradication of Human Sacrifice and other Inhuman, Evil and Aghori Practices and Black Magic Bill, 2024' to protect people from fraudulent practices claiming supernatural powers. Violators will face a jail term of six months to seven years and fines ranging from Rs 5,000 to Rs 50,000.

The Times of India Girls overcome 'bias' of parents in education spending, outperform boys in boards

Despite fewer girls being enrolled in private schools compared to boys, girls consistently outperformed boys in pass percentages. Data from the Centre revealed a 6% higher pass rate for girls. The decline in board exam results was noted across various school types, with a significant number of students not progressing due to failures.

The Times of India Commitment to democracy reinforces our Poland ties: PM Modi

PM Modi visited Warsaw as part of his three-day tour to Poland and Ukraine, aiming to foster peace in the region. His trip to Ukraine, the first by an Indian PM, was at President Zelensky's invitation. Modi plans to discuss bilateral cooperation and peaceful resolution of the Ukraine conflict with Zelensky.

The Times of India Actor Vijay unveils TVK party flag at headquarters in Tamil Nadu's Panaiyur

Actor and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam leader Vijay announced the hoisting of his party flag at the Panaiyur headquarters. The ceremony took place at 9.15am, preceding the state-level conference set for September 22 in Vikravandi. Vijay emphasized the flag's significance for Tamil Nadu's welfare. The event follows the party launch in February.

The Times of India 'Threatened, bullied to do a lobby's bidding': IMA

Medical college principals in Bengal revealed at an IMA meeting that they were being bullied by an influential lobby within the health department. Allegations included threats to family members, pre-exam question paper leaks, and the use of technology to cheat. The IMA condemned the corruption and lack of action from the state health department.

The Times of India Psych profile shows Sanjay Roy as a sexual pervert with animal instinct

CBI's psychoanalytic profile of traffic police volunteer Sanjay Roy, arrested in the RG Kar Medical College rape-murder case, described him as a 'sexual pervert' with 'animal instincts.' Roy's presence at the crime scene had been corroborated by technical and scientific evidence. DNA test results remain pending. CBI will submit a status report to the Supreme Court soon.

The Times of India Body of ED officer facing CBI probe found on railway tracks

An Enforcement Directorate officer's body was discovered on a railway track near Ghaziabad station, suspected to be a suicide. Facing a bribery investigation, he had been missing for two days before being identified by his family. Police found his driving license and address on him, and are awaiting a post-mortem report, suspecting mental health issues.

The Times of India Body of ED officer facing CBI probe found on railway tracks

An Enforcement Directorate officer's body was discovered on a railway track near Ghaziabad station, suspected to be a suicide. Facing a bribery investigation, he had been missing for two days before being identified by his family. Police found his driving license and address on him, and are awaiting a post-mortem report, suspecting mental health issues.

The Times of India BJP won't let a Congress government in Haryana last: State minister

Haryana's finance minister J P Dalal's recent statement that BJP leaders in Delhi would ensure a Congress-led government in Haryana wouldn't last more than six months has sparked controversy. Made during a speech in Bhiwani district before the Oct 1 polls, the comment triggered backlash from Congress, accusing BJP of destabilizing opposition governments.

The Times of India BJP won't let a Congress government in Haryana last: State minister

Haryana's finance minister J P Dalal's recent statement that BJP leaders in Delhi would ensure a Congress-led government in Haryana wouldn't last more than six months has sparked controversy. Made during a speech in Bhiwani district before the Oct 1 polls, the comment triggered backlash from Congress, accusing BJP of destabilizing opposition governments.

The Times of India 28 Pak pilgrims on way to Karbala die as their bus overturns in Iran

At least 28 Pakistani Shia pilgrims lost their lives, and 23 were injured after their bus overturned in central Iran on Tuesday night. The group was en route to Iraq for the Arbaeen pilgrimage. The accident, caused by a technical defect in the vehicle's braking system, involved passengers from various cities in southern Sindh province.

The Times of India Assam bid to make registration of Muslim marriages, divorces must

The Assam cabinet approved a proposed law mandating the registration of Muslim marriages and divorces with the government, eliminating the role of 'qazis'. The Assam Compulsory Registration of Muslim Marriage and Divorce Bill, 2024 will be tabled in the legislative assembly. Child marriages will be deemed illegal. District commissioners will take custody of current records held by qazis.