Tahawwur Hussain Rana, an important suspect in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, is being held at the National Investigation Agency (NIA) headquarters. Because of his presence, Gate No. 2 at the nearby Jawaharlal Nehru Metro Station has been closed for two days in a row.
On Friday morning, the NIA took 64-year-old Rana into custody for 18 days. They will question him thoroughly to learn more about the whole plan behind the attacks that shocked Mumbai and killed 166 people. A spokesperson for the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) said that Gate No. 2 will stay closed until they get more instructions from the police. Although this gate is now shut, all other gates at the station are open, and metro services are running normally.
Rana was brought to NIA headquarters early Friday after a special court agreed to let them keep him for 18 days. The NIA stated that during this time, they will ask him many questions to uncover the complete story behind the attacks. Rana is known to be a close associate of David Coleman Headley, who is considered the mastermind behind the terror attacks.
On November 26, 2008, ten terrorists from Pakistan attacked various places in Mumbai, including luxury hotels, a train station, and a Jewish center. The attacks lasted about 60 hours and caused great tragedy, claiming 166 lives.
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Tahawwur Rana in NIA Custody: Unraveling the Mumbai Attack Conspiracy
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Dhoni Leads CSK at Chepauk: Key Match Insights
MS Dhoni came back as the captain of the Chennai Super Kings after two years, and the fans at Chepauk were super excited to see him. Although Dhoni didn’t win the toss (which is when captains decide which team bats or bowls first), the crowd still cheered loudly for him. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) captain Ajinkya Rahane won the toss and chose to bowl first.
When Dhoni got the microphone to speak, the noise from the crowd was overwhelming. Former India coach Ravi Shastri finally got to ask Dhoni about the team. Dhoni mentioned that they wanted to bat first because the pitch tends to slow down as the game goes on, making it hard to score runs later if they don’t start well.
Shastri asked about Ruturaj Gaikwad, a key player who was out of the tournament due to an injured elbow. Dhoni called Ruturaj a true talent and said his absence would be a big loss for the team.
Dhoni, leading the team during a tough time, talked about how important every game is now because they’ve lost four out of their five matches. He emphasized that they need to focus on the basics, like taking catches and not letting one over ruin the game.
KKR made one change, bringing in Moeen Ali, while CSK made two changes, adding Rahul Tripathi and Anshul Kamboj to the team.
Chennai Super Kings Team:
– Rachin Ravindra
– Devon Conway
– Rahul Tripathi
– Vijay Shankar
– Shivam Dube
– Mahendra Singh Dhoni (wk/c)
– Ravindra Jadeja
– Ravichandran Ashwin
– Noor Ahmad
– Anshul Kamboj
– Khaleel Ahmed
Kolkata Knight Riders Team:
– Quinton de Kock (wk)
– Sunil Narine
– Ajinkya Rahane (c)
– Venkatesh Iyer
– Rinku Singh
– Moeen Ali
– Andre Russell
– Ramandeep Singh
– Harshit Rana
– Vaibhav Arora
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15-Year-Old Student Attacks Teacher with Iron Rod Over Cheating Incident
In a shocking incident, a 15-year-old student attacked a teacher with an iron rod at school. The event happened during an exam when the student was caught copying answers. The teacher noticed him cheating and asked him to move to a different seat. This made the student feel embarrassed and angry. In a sudden burst of rage, he grabbed the iron rod that was used to ring the school bell and hit the teacher. Fortunately, the teacher was hurt but not seriously. Police have started an investigation, and the boy will have to appear in front of a juvenile court.
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Akshay Kumar on Film Criticism: Social Impact Matters More Than Titles
Mumbai: Actor Akshay Kumar shared his thoughts on the criticism aimed at his movies like “Padman.” He confidently stated that only a “fool” would speak poorly about films that promote important social issues. However, when he learned that Jaya Bachchan had criticized his film “Toilet Ek Prem Katha,” he quickly changed his tune. He acknowledged that if she finds the title unacceptable, then he respects her opinion.
In response to questions about criticism, Akshay asserted, “I don’t think anyone has criticized my films; only a silly person would do that.” He proudly mentioned his films like “Padman,” “Airlift,” “Toilet Ek Prem Katha,” and “Kesari,” explaining that he made them with great care and passion. He believes these films teach valuable lessons.
“Toilet Ek Prem Katha” supports the government initiative to stop open defecation. Jaya Bachchan recently expressed her disapproval, stating she would never watch a movie with “toilet” in its title, questioning, “Is that really a name?” Akshay explained his goal of creating positive change with his films. He mentioned, “Toilet was made to encourage building toilets in homes, and the government shows it for free in villages. ‘Padman’ helps daughters talk to their fathers about periods. These issues matter and need attention.”
Akshay’s upcoming movie “Kesari 2,” which stars Ananya Panday and R Madhavan, is set to release on April 18 and is produced by Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions. -
Tripura TET Admit Card 2024: Download Dates & How To Access
The Teacher’s Recruitment Board (TRB) of Tripura is all set to release the admit cards for the Tripura Teacher’s Eligibility Test (TET) 2024. You can download your admit card starting from April 11, 2025, at 4:00 PM, until April 22, 2025, at 4:00 PM.
Here’s how to get your admit card:
1. Go to the official TRB Tripura website at trb.tripura.gov.in.
2. Find the link that says “Tripura TET Admit Card 2024” on the main page and click it.
3. A new page will show up where you need to enter your login info.
4. Click “Submit” and your admit card will appear.
5. Make sure to check your admit card details and download it.
6. Print a copy to keep it safe for the exam.If you are a person with a disability and need help during the test, please visit the TRB office by April 16, 2025, to complete the necessary paperwork. For more information, check the TRB Tripura website.
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Haryana’s Bold Move Against Female Foeticide: Health Centers Warned
Chandigarh: The health department of Haryana is taking strong action against female foeticide, which is the practice of aborting female fetuses. Officials have sent warnings to senior doctors at 12 community health centers in areas where the number of girls born is very low.
Virender Yadav, who directs the National Health Mission in Haryana, said they are strictly enforcing laws that protect unborn girls. Recently, they have shut down 300 clinics involved in illegal abortions. This week, they warned 23 clinics and filed complaints against 17 sellers of abortion pills online.
In Hisar, the PNDT officer has been suspended for not doing their job correctly. The doctors in charge of the 12 health centers, including places like Rewari and Faridabad, will face serious penalties if they don’t explain why they failed to improve the sex ratio in their areas.
The government is changing the officers in charge of five districts known for having the lowest number of girls. In Hisar, a case against a person selling illegal abortion services is being prepared.
This crackdown comes as Haryana’s sex ratio at birth dropped from 916 girls for every 1,000 boys in 2023 to 910 in 2024. Yadav stated that health officials need to regularly check clinics that perform abortions on women who already have two girls. If clinics are found guilty of illegal practices, they will be shut down.
The government is also asking community health workers to collect data on births in urban areas, which will help monitor the situation. They are spreading awareness about the importance of saving and educating girls throughout various government departments.
This article was created using an automated news agency feed without any changes to the text.
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Soha Ali Khan Offers Wisdom on Handling Criticism to Ibrahim Ali Khan
Ibrahim Ali Khan’s first movie, Naadaniyaan, which featured Khushi Kapoor, faced a lot of negative reviews from both critics and audiences. Many people criticized the movie for its bad dialogues and acting. In a recent interview, Soha Ali Khan, Ibrahim’s aunt, was asked how she felt about the hate he received after the film. Soha advised that to succeed in the acting world, you need to have a tough skin.
She said it’s important to deal with people’s opinions or just ignore the comments altogether. But she also mentioned that reading feedback can help actors grow. “You can’t just work like you’re in your own bubble. You have to listen to some criticism to improve your skills and keep moving forward,” she explained.
Soha pointed out that there’s a lot of negativity out there and some people actually enjoy seeing others fail. Because actors are in the spotlight, they often become easy targets. She emphasized the importance of having a protective mindset. “Don’t close yourself off from the world or only surround yourself with people who tell you nice things. Take constructive criticism to heart, reflect on it, and use it to improve your work. Don’t let the success or failure of a film define you, but also recognize where you can get better,” Soha added.
As for Soha’s own career, she is currently busy promoting her new movie Chhorri 2, which features Nushrratt Bharuccha, Gashmeer Mahajan, Sourabh Goyal, and Jitendra Kumar. The film was directed by Vishal Furia and is available on NiftyStat from April 11.
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Delhi Government’s New Excise Policy: Revenue Boost & Transparency
The Delhi government, led by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta from the BJP party, plans to introduce a new and improved liquor sales policy. In an interview, she explained that this policy will be open and clear, and designed to help the government earn money without causing problems for people in the city. The BJP won control of Delhi in February, taking over from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). One reason for their victory was the scandals and corruption linked to a previous liquor policy from 2021-22, which was recently cancelled.
Gupta said they will study successful liquor policies from other states and implement the best ideas. The old liquor policy was replaced in November 2021 by AAP to make changes in how liquor is sold in Delhi. However, it faced allegations of corruption. A Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) inquiry was suggested by the Lieutenant Governor in July 2022 to check for wrongdoing in that policy. After the allegations, AAP cancelled their policy.
The previous policy allowed private companies to sell liquor, but that was stopped after controversies, and as a result, liquor shops run by the government were opened again. Currently, there are about 700 government-operated liquor stores in Delhi. On Wednesday, Chief Minister Gupta had a meeting with officials to discuss the new liquor policy, aiming for something that is clear and works well for everyone.
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Odisha Announces 2% DA Hike for Employees and Pensioners in 2025
Bhubaneswar: Good news for workers in Odisha! On Friday, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced a 2% raise in dearness allowance (DA) for state government employees and retirees. This means that the total DA for employees and temporary increase for pensioners will go from 53% to 55%.
The new rates will take effect from January 1, 2025, and workers will get this extra money in their April paycheck. This change will help around 850,000 government workers and pensioners in the state.
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Taliban Executes Four Men Publicly in Afghanistan: Shocking News
On Friday, four men were publicly executed in Afghanistan. This was the highest number of executions in a single day since the Taliban returned to power. With these four executions, a total of ten people have been publicly executed since the Taliban took control in 2021, according to a report by AFP.
During their previous rule from 1996 to 2001, the Taliban often executed people in public, especially in sports stadiums. In one place called Qala-i-Naw, two men were shot multiple times by family members of the victims in front of a crowd. A 48-year-old man named Mohammad Iqbal Rahimyar who watched the execution said the convicted men were made to sit and were shot by the victims’ relatives.
The Supreme Court stated that these men were punished for shooting others, and their cases were carefully reviewed before the actions were taken. The families of the victims chose not to forgive the convicted men, which is why the punishment was carried out.
A 35-year-old spectator named Zabihullah said that the punishment must be implemented if the family didn’t offer forgiveness, calling it God’s order. The Taliban encouraged people to come and watch the event by sending out official invitations.
The third man was executed in the city of Zaranj in Nimroz province and the fourth in Farah city. A witness named Javid expressed approval of the Taliban’s actions, saying it showed power and discipline.
The last public execution before this took place in November 2024 when a man was shot by a victim’s family member in front of thousands, including Taliban officials. The Taliban has been using corporal punishment, like flogging, for crimes such as theft and drinking alcohol.
All orders for executions are made by the Taliban’s Supreme Leader, Hibatullah Akhundzada, who resides in Kandahar. He has told judges to enforce strict Islamic law, which includes the death penalty for murder. The Taliban believes in strong law and order, stemming from the chaos of Afghanistan’s past civil wars.
Their past rule includes infamous incidents, such as the 1999 public execution of a woman accused of killing her husband. Groups like the United Nations and Amnesty International have condemned the Taliban’s use of severe punishments. Amnesty’s reports indicate that Afghanistan is among countries where executions happen without fair trials.
In 2024, there were 1,518 recorded executions worldwide, not counting countless others believed to take place in China, the world’s leading executioner.