Haq: The Landmark Case That Redefined Justice and Still Divides a Nation

Mumbai: In the mid-1980s, a quiet courtroom battle in Indore snowballed into one of the most charged debates in independent India. Shah Bano, a 62-year-old woman divorced by her husband, went to court seeking a small monthly allowance. The Supreme Court ruled in her favour under Section 125 of the Criminal Procedure Code a judgment that affirmed a Muslim woman’s right to maintenance, but also set off a political firestorm over personal law, faith and the reach of secular justice. Almost forty years later, the questions raised by that verdict…

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“EVERYONE WANTS TO BEAT AUSTRALIA, BUT WE STAY COMPOSED UNDER PRESSURE AND FIGHT BACK” – AUSTRALIAN CAPTAIN ALYSSA HEALY

Mumbai: Speaking to JioStar, Australian Captain Alyssa Healy spoke about leading the side and handling pressure: “I’m focused on the job at hand, and that is to lead the side to an ODI World Cup. I don’t take it for granted, but I’m driven for success in this tournament, so it’s an interesting balance. Everyone wants to beat Australia, but we stay composed under pressure and fight back when our backs are against the wall. That’s how we wrestle the momentum back in our favour.” Beth Mooney on Australia’s mentality:…

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Vijay Malik and Telugu Titans’ all-round effort seal big win over Patna Pirates

Chennai: The Telugu Titans registered a memorable win over the Patna Pirates at the SDAT Multi Purpose Indoor Stadium in Chennai on Tuesday, riding on a brilliant performance from Vijay Malik. Malik was unstoppable on the night, scoring a Super 10. This is Telugu Titans’ third win in a row, which has helped them move into the top three. Patna Pirates’ AyanLohchab also shone with a Super 10 of his own, keeping his side in the contest with some fine raids. However, his efforts were not enough as the Titans…

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Super 10s from Aditya Shinde, Pankaj Mohite help Puneri Paltan complete the double over Bengal Warriorz

Chennai: Puneri Paltan completed the double over the Bengal Warriorz, registering a 49-44 win in a high-scoring encounter at the SDAT Multi Purpose Indoor Stadium in Chennai on Tuesday. Aditya Shinde (18 points) and Pankaj Mohite (10 points) registered Super 10s to lead their side to victory, while Devank Dalal amassed 25 points on the night, also becoming the first to cross 150 raid points in PKL 12. It was a quick start to the game as Aslam Inamdar didn’t waste any time to get the first points on the…

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“THE WAY VIJAY MALIK IS LEADING THE TELUGU TITANS THIS SEASON IS A JOY TO WATCH”: RISHANK DEVADIGA

Mumbai: The opening day of the Pro Kabaddi League Season 12 ‘Revenge Week’ witnessed emphatic results. Puneri Paltan completed the double over the Bengal Warriorz, registering a 49-44 win in a high-scoring encounter, while the Telugu Titans recorded a memorable win over the Patna Pirates, riding on a brilliant performance from Vijay Malik, who was unstoppable on the night, scoring a Super 10. Speaking exclusively on KBD Live, JioStar expert Rishank Devadiga broke down the successful raiding combination of Telugu Titans’ Vijay Malik and Bharat Hooda, while analyzing what went…

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“FOR SOMEONE PLAYING HER FIRST WORLD CUP, AND COMING BACK AFTER SO MANY INJURIES, AMANJOT KAUR ABSORBED THE PRESSURE REMARKABLY WELL”: ANJUM CHOPRA

Mumbai: Speaking on ‘Cricket Live’, JioStar expert Russel Arnold spoke about Deepti Sharma’s performance: “Deepti played out of character, and that was exactly what the situation demanded. When she came in, she swept a couple to the boundary and from then on, it was a run-a-ball knock. She looked composed, found the gaps with ease, and as the senior partner, brought out the best in Amanjot Kaur. She allowed Amanjot to play freely, gave her confidence to attack, and together they built a crucial stand. Had Deepti tried to force…

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“INDIA SHOULD NOT TAKE WEST INDIES LIGHTLY; MEMORIES OF NEW ZEALAND ARE STILL FRESH”: AAKASH CHOPRA

Mumbai: Speaking on JioHotstar show ‘Game Plan’, JioStar expert Varun Aaron reflected on India’s Test series against West Indies, highlighting the belief the team carries after drawing the away series against England: “I think this is a very new-look Indian team. A lot has changed, with two very big names missing from the squad. But there are also many players who have done really well in England, and the confidence is very high. Yes, the conditions are contrasting, but when you draw a Test series the way India just did…

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India-Sri Lanka CWC25 opener sets new attendance record

Guwahati: The opening fixture of the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup in Guwahati sets a new milestone in women’s cricket The ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 got off to a historic start in Guwahati with the opener between India and Sri Lanka setting a new opening day attendance record at any Women’s Cricket World Cup. The game drew 22,843 fans at the ACA Stadium, a record for the most attended group stage fixture at any Women’s World Cup. The previous record of 15,935 was set during the India-Pakistan ICC…

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World’s Tallest Ravan Effigy to Be Burned in Kota This Dussehra

Kota, Rajasthan: This year’s Dussehra celebrations in Kota will witness the burning of the world’s tallest Ravan effigy. After nearly four months of meticulous work, craftsman Tejendra Chauhan from Ambala has created a colossal 221-foot Ravan, weighing approximately 13,500 kilograms. The construction of this record-breaking effigy cost around Rs 44 lakh. The previous record for the tallest Ravan effigy was held by Delhi, which had a 210-foot effigy. On Monday night, the towering Ravan was transported to Kota’s Dussehra ground in preparation for the grand festivities. Record Verification and Safety…

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Mithun Manhas Elected as BCCI President; New Office-Bearers Confirmed at AGM

Mithun Manhas, former Jammu & Kashmir cricketer and experienced domestic campaigner, has been elected as the new President of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). The Annual General Meeting (AGM) also finalized the appointments of other office-bearers. New Delhi: Mithun Manhas has been appointed as the new President of the BCCI, succeeding Roger Binny. The announcement came during the Annual General Meeting at the BCCI headquarters, where the names of other office-bearers were also ratified. Rajiv Shukla continues as Vice President, Raghuram Bhatt of Karnataka State Cricket…

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