The Supreme Court of India has issued a landmark ruling on February 17, 2025, stating that an employee’s gratuity can be forfeited on the grounds of moral turpitude, even in the absence of a criminal conviction. This ruling expands the interpretation of the Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972, allowing employers to withhold gratuity from employees dismissed for unethical or fraudulent actions.Previously, in a 2018 Supreme Court ruling in the Union of India vs. Ajay Babu case, the court had st

Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati has accused the Congress of acting as the BJP’s "B team" in the recent Delhi Assembly elections, blaming the party for facilitating the BJP’s return to power in the capital after 27 years. In a series of tweets on Friday, she lashed out at Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, who had earlier criticized her for staying away from the opposition-led INDIA bloc.Mayawati claimed that the Congress’s decision t

Former Delhi Chief Minister and AAP leader Atishi has accused the newly formed BJP government of failing to fulfill its pre-election promise of providing a Rs 2,500 monthly allowance to women in its first cabinet meeting. In a video posted on X, she criticized the BJP for allegedly deceiving the women of Delhi.In response, newly appointed Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta dismissed Atishi’s remarks, stating that the new government would operate on its own terms. "It’s our gove

Maharashtra Agriculture Minister and Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Manikrao Kokate has been sentenced to two years in prison by the Nashik district and sessions court in a 1995 case involving the use of fraudulent documents to obtain government flats under a special housing scheme. In addition to the jail term, he has been fined Rs 50,000. His brother, Sunil Kokate, was also convicted in the same case.The verdict was delivered by Additional Chief Justice

Delhi New CM:In a historic political shift, Rekha Gupta was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Delhi in a grand ceremony at the iconic Ramlila Maidan. The event marked the Bharatiya Janata Party’s return to power in the national capital after nearly three decades. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, senior BJP leaders, and Chief Ministers from NDA-ruled states were present to witness the oath-taking ceremony. The event, attended by nearly 30,00

A significant political development unfolded today in the national capital as the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) successfully orchestrated the swearing-in ceremony of Delhi’s new Chief Minister, Rekha Gupta. This event not only marked BJP’s dominance in Delhi but also witnessed key political figures from Andhra Pradesh in attendance. Telugu Desam Party (TDP) chief Chandrababu Naidu and Jana Sena Party (JSP) president Pawan Kalyan were among the special invitees, reinforcing their polit

On Monday morning, February 17, 2025, a magnitude 4.0 earthquake struck Delhi and its surrounding areas, sending shockwaves of panic through the capital. The earthquake, recorded at a depth of five kilometers, had its epicenter near Durgabai Deshmukh College of Special Education in Dhaula Kuan. Several videos circulated online showing the moment the tremors hit, including CCTV footage showing pipes and wires shaking violently.   Despite the tremors lasting only three to

Vijayawada Court has ordered a 14-day remand for Vallabhaneni Vamsi, a leader of the Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress Party (YCP), in connection with the kidnap of Satyavardhan, an employee at the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) office. Vamsi was arrested in Hyderabad and was brought to Vijayawada on Thursday night. After his arrest, Vamsi was questioned for over 8 hours at the Krishna Lanka police station before being presented before the court. The legal proceedings continued from 11 pm to 2:15 am,

High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke, and it often develops gradually due to poor lifestyle choices. Maintaining a healthy diet is one of the best ways to manage and lower blood pressure. In addition to medication and regular exercise, certain juices can be particularly beneficial in reducing hypertension. Here are three juices that can help you control your blood pressure:   Beetroot Juice

It has been two days since the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) achieved a massive victory in the Delhi Assembly elections, ending the Aam Aadmi Party’s (AAP) decade-long rule in the capital. Despite the victory, the BJP has yet to announce its Chief Ministerial candidate, leading to speculation and multiple names circulating as potential choices. Among the front-runners is Parvesh Verma, who gained national attention after defeating AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal in the New Delhi se

Indian stock markets experienced a significant fall in early trade on Monday, even though the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced a rate cut and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) emerged victorious in the Delhi Assembly elections. The benchmark indices opened lower and continued to decline amid growing selling pressure. The BSE Sensex lost over 600 points, while the NSE Nifty dropped nearly 200 points.   The Sensex hit a low of 77,189.04, down from the previous session&

The 2025 Delhi Assembly elections have marked a dramatic shift in the city’s political landscape as the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) made a stunning comeback after 27 years in the political wilderness. The party secured 48 of the 70 seats, comfortably crossing the halfway mark of 36, while the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), which had dominated the last two elections, managed to win only 22 seats. This res

BJP’s Projected Victory: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is expected to end its 27-year drought in Delhi and secure a victory in the 2025 assembly elections. Most exit polls predict the BJP winning between 39-60 seats out of the 70-member assembly, making it the largest party. AAP’s Decline: The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), currently in po

The Congress Party, once a dominant force in Delhi's politics, is facing a potential rout in the upcoming 2025 assembly elections. After struggling in the 2015 and 2020 elections, where it failed to secure any seats, the latest exit polls suggest that Congress might not open its account again. Various exit polls predict a strong win for the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP), with the party expected to win anywhere from 39 to 60 seats. In contrast, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) is projected to win b

Vijay Mallya, the fugitive liquor baron, has approached the Karnataka High Court, claiming that banks have recovered the "principal debt amount multiple times over" in the Kingfisher Airlines loan default case. In his petition, Mallya has sought directions from the banks to provide a statement of the recovered amount.Justice R Devdas issued notices to 10 banks, including State Bank of India (SBI) and Punjab National Bank (PNB), a recovery official, and an asset reconstruction compan

The high-stakes Delhi Assembly elections have commenced, with over 1.56 crore electors casting their votes across 70 constituencies in a single phase. A total of 13,766 polling stations have been set up across 2,696 polling locations. Employees in both government and private sectors in Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Haryana have been granted a paid holiday due to the elections.As voter turnout is expected to be a decisive factor in this election, all eyes are on Delhi’s electorate. In the 20

Wealthiest Candidates in Delhi Elections 2025: Ahead of Delhi's elections tomorrow, an Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) report has highlighted the wealthiest candidates in the race. Leading the list is Karnail Singh from BJP, contesting from Shakur Basti, who has declared a staggering asset value of Rs 259.67 crore, making him the richest among the 699 candidates in this year's Delhi elections. Close behind him is BJP's Manjinder Singh Sirsa, contes

In a sharp speech in Parliament today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi took direct aim at his political rivals ahead of the Delhi Assembly elections. Referring to Arvind Kejriwal's Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), he criticized the Delhi CM for allegedly spending taxpayer money on luxurious amenities for his official residence, famously dubbed 'sheeshmahal.' Modi highlighted that while Kejriwal focused on "jacuzzis and stylish showers," his government had prioritized providing tap wa

With less than 24 hours before the Delhi Assembly elections, a police case has been registered against Chief Minister Atishi. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader, who is contesting from the Kalkaji constituency, has been named in a disobedience case at the Govindpuri police station. The case, filed under Section 223 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, stems from allegations that Atishi and her supporters refused to vacate Fateh Singh Marg despite being instructed to do so by the police, citing poll

Arvind Kejriwal, the Chief Minister of Delhi and leader of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), has made a bold prediction for the Delhi Assembly Election scheduled for February 5. Kejriwal forecasted that his party could win up to 55 seats out of the 70, with a possibility of securing more than 60 seats if women voters participate in full force and convince the men in their households to vote for AAP. During a roadshow in Kalkaji, Kejriwal made a direct appeal to women, emphasizing that the election w