SIR Controversy Explained Ahead Of Big Supreme Court Verdict
- The Supreme Court will rule on the legality of the Election Commission's SIR exercise today
- Petitions challenge SIR for shifting citizenship proof burden onto existing voters
- SIR led to removal of over 60 lakh voters in Bihar and 90 lakh in West Bengal
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In Big Win For Poll Body, Top Court Says "SIR Breathes Life Into Constitution"
- The Supreme Court upheld the Election Commission's power to conduct SIR of voter lists
- The court ruled the SIR does not violate any law or constitutional provisions
- SIR is seen as promoting accurate, inclusive electoral rolls and supporting free elections
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Byju's Founder Sentenced: Inside The Crisis That Broke India's Edtech Giant
- Byjus was valued at $22 billion in 2022 but now faces a major corporate collapse
- Founder Byju Raveendran sentenced to six months jail in Singapore for court contempt
- Byjus borrowed $1.2 billion in 2021, sparking concerns over governance and transparency
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"Single Largest Self-Inflicted Obstacle": Investor Slams India's Rich
- India’s wealthy elite prefer real estate and gold, limiting risk capital for innovation
- India’s richest hold 60% of assets in physical forms, restricting startup funding
- India spends 0.65% of GDP on R&D, far less than China, US, and Israel
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Siddaramaiah Pushing For Multiple Deputies, Will DK Shivakumar Agree?
- Congress in Karnataka faces intensified power tussle between Siddaramaiah and DK Shivakumar
- Siddaramaiah camp demands multiple Deputy CMs under Shivakumar to balance power
- Shivakumar opposes multiple deputies but may accept one if pressured, say sources
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"Bleeding India By Thousand Cuts": UN Envoy Slams Pak For Terrorism
- India accused Pakistan at the UNSC of sponsoring cross-border terrorism against India
- Ambassador Harish Parvathaneni stressed India's right to defend against terror attacks
- India condemned Pakistan's violations of sovereignty, territorial integrity, and peace
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No Relief For Asaram In Rape Case, To Surrender In Jodhpur Soon
- Rajasthan High Court upheld Asaram's life sentence in minor rape case from 2013
- Two associates acquitted of gang rape charges but convicted earlier for other offenses
- Asaram granted interim bail till July 7 due to medical reasons and advanced age
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"Election Commission Has Power": What Supreme Court Said On SIR Exercise
- The object of the SIR aligns with the constitutional goal of free and fair elections, the Supreme Court said
- The Election Commission had authority to conduct the SIR without legal transgression, the court added
- It further said that free and fair elections depend on the integrity and accuracy of electoral rolls
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Why Summer Might Be The Most Underrated Season To Visit Assam
- Assam in early summer turns lush and vibrant, with tea gardens, rivers and rich landscapes at their best.
- Wildlife sightings improve before monsoon, as animals gather near water and open grasslands.
- Fewer crowds, scenic road trips and local food make Assam an underrated summer travel choice.
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Big Tech's AI Cost Panic: Uber, Microsoft And The Burn Problem
- Uber and Microsoft question AI spending ROI amid rising infrastructure costs
- Microsoft, Amazon, Alphabet, and Meta to spend $320 billion on AI in 2025
- Uber uses AI in 92% of its developers' work but doubts efficiency gains
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Brain Haemorrhage Explained After Shoaib Ibrahim's Father Is Hospitalised
- Shoaib Ibrahim revealed his father is hospitalized due to a brain haemorrhage causing vision and speech issues
- Brain haemorrhage involves ruptured brain vessels causing bleeding, increased skull pressure, and stroke risk
- Major causes include high blood pressure, aneurysm, head injury, smoking, diabetes, and alcohol use
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