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Woman can't seek maintenance hike after husband's death: High Court
The Bombay High Court ruled that a divorced wife cannot seek increased maintenance after her husband's death, but can still claim decreed amounts and arrears from his estate. The court clarified that the right to maintenance is personal and lasts a lifetime, but seeking enhancement requires both parties to be alive.
Uddhav’s MPs landing in Delhi today to effect a split: Reports
Shiv Sena (UBT) Lok Sabha MPs are reportedly considering switching to the Eknath Shinde faction. Reports suggest financial incentives and ministerial positions are being offered. Sanjay Raut has voiced strong objections to these alleged offers. Meanwhile, Uddhav Thackeray has called a meeting of his legislators. Discussions about MPs joining the Shinde Sena are said to be in final stages.
ED raids 17 sites in 2 states in Yes Bank loan fraud case
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has searched 17 locations linked to Suraksha Asset Reconstruction Company Ltd (SARCL) promoter Sudhir Valia and senior executives. The searches are part of a money laundering probe into alleged collusion between SARCL and Yes Bank's former co-promoter Rana Kapoor, involving circular transactions and undervaluation of assets.
Government: No cough syrup sale sans prescription
Cough syrups will now require a doctor's prescription as the Centre has removed them from a decades-old exemption. This move, following concerns over contaminated syrups, brings all formulations under regular regulatory oversight. The change aims to enhance accountability and public health safety in the distribution of these commonly used medicines.
No dip in grain output in last 2 deficit rain years
El Niño poses a risk to India's farming this year, with a predicted 'below normal' monsoon and a 35% deficit already impacting sowing. However, the country has learned from past droughts, implementing measures like expanded irrigation and drought-resistant crops to mitigate the impact. Vulnerable states are preparing contingency plans.
Ignou question papers leaked on messaging app?
Ignou is investigating allegations of question papers being sold on Telegram for its June-July 2026 term-end exams, with touts reportedly charging Rs 199 per subject. Despite complaints and screenshots shared, the university claims no evidence of a leak and has not cancelled any papers.
Kashmir man’s body exhumed, given to kin two months after ‘encounter’
Authorities returned the body of Rashid Mughal to his family over two months after his death in an alleged encounter, a rare occurrence in J&K. The Army had initially claimed he was an unidentified terrorist, a statement his family disputes, leading to a magisterial inquiry into the incident.
Subsidence sparks fear in Jammu & Kashmir village; residents evacuated
Panic spread in Rajouri's Kotli Kalaban village as land subsidence created large cracks. Agricultural fields, roads, and homes suffered damage. District officials evacuated residents from two severely damaged houses. The Geological Survey of India has been called to assess the situation. This follows similar incidents in Doda, Ramban, Reasi, and Poonch districts in recent years.
JCO, 3 soldiers hurt in accidental blast along LoC in Jammu & Kashmir’s Rajouri
Four Army personnel, including a JCO and three jawans, were injured in an accidental landmine blast during a patrol near the LoC in Rajouri district. The explosion occurred during an area domination exercise in a forward area, with displaced mines due to rain cited as a potential cause.
Big boost for air travel: Akasa Air launches direct flights from Noida Airport to Navi Mumbai
In a major boost to domestic air travel, Akasa Air has launched direct flight services between Navi Mumbai International Airport and Noida International Airport. The new route establishes seamless air connectivity between the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) and the Delhi-NCR region, offering passengers another convenient travel option between two of India's most important economic hubs. The airline operated its inaugural flight, QP-2017, from Navi Mumbai International Airport to Noida International Airport on Tuesday morning.
