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Delhi High Court questions railways on overbooking after New Delhi station stampede

The Delhi High Court has demanded answers from Indian Railways on why excess tickets were sold, leading to a stampede that claimed 18 lives. The court has called for better enforcement of safety laws.

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Delhi Railway Station stampede aftermath with overcrowded platforms

The Delhi High Court on Wednesday strongly criticized the Centre and Indian Railways over the tragic stampede at New Delhi Railway Station last week, which claimed 18 lives, including 11 women and five children. The court questioned the rationale behind selling excess tickets beyond the permissible limit, emphasizing the need for stricter enforcement of safety laws.

Court questions railway’s ticketing system

A division bench of Chief Justice DK Upadhyay and Justice Tushar Rao Gedela raised concerns about the over-issuance of tickets, noting that the Railways Act explicitly limits the number of passengers per coach. The court demanded answers from the Centre and Railways on why these regulations were not followed.

“If you implement a simple thing in a positive manner… in letter and spirit… this situation could have been avoided,” remarked the Chief Justice.

The court highlighted Section 147 of the Railways Act, which mandates a fixed number of passengers per coach and prescribes penalties for overcrowding, including a six-month jail term and a Rs 1,000 fine. It instructed the Railways to present a detailed plan on how it intends to enforce these existing laws.

Railways under scrutiny

The Solicitor General, appearing on behalf of the Railways, assured the court that the Railway Board would review the matter and implement necessary changes. The next hearing is scheduled for March 26.

Sources indicated that approximately 3,000 tickets were sold within a span of two hours at New Delhi Railway Station on the night of the tragedy. Additional tickets were purchased online, compounding the overcrowding on platforms 14 and 15. The stampede reportedly occurred after speculation spread about a special train departing from platform 16.

Railways denies last-minute platform change claims

The Railway Ministry dismissed claims that a sudden platform change triggered the stampede, calling such reports “wrong and misleading.” It clarified that a high-level committee under Northern Railway was leading the investigation, not the Railway Protection Force (RPF), as some reports suggested.

Similar tragedy in Prayagraj raises further concerns

This stampede followed another fatal incident in Prayagraj, where 30 people lost their lives. The twin tragedies have sparked political criticism, with opposition parties targeting the ruling government over alleged mismanagement of railway operations and safety protocols.

As the investigation continues, the focus remains on preventing future incidents by enforcing stricter passenger limits and improving crowd control at major railway stations.

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Nagpur violence: Maharashtra CM Fadnavis vows to recover damage cost from rioters, warns of bulldozer action

He also dismissed any political angle or foreign involvement in the violence, stating, “No foreign hand or Bangladeshi link has surfaced. There is no political angle to the violence.”

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Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Saturday announced that the cost of public property damaged during the recent violence in Nagpur will be recovered from the rioters. He warned that if the perpetrators fail to pay, their assets will be seized, and bulldozers will be used wherever necessary.

“Whatever damage has occurred will be recovered from the rioters. If they do not pay, their property will be sold to cover the costs. Wherever required, bulldozers will also be used,” Fadnavis stated.

The violence erupted in central Nagpur on March 17 following rumours that a “chadar” (cloth) with holy inscriptions was burnt during protests organized by the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP). The protests were demanding the removal of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb’s tomb in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. The clashes resulted in injuries to several police personnel, including three deputy commissioners of police (DCPs), and extensive damage to vehicles and homes. A 40-year-old man succumbed to injuries while undergoing treatment on Saturday.

Fadnavis revealed that 104 individuals have been arrested so far based on CCTV footage, with more arrests expected. “Police action will be taken against those involved in the riots or aiding the rioters. Those spreading rumors on social media will also be made co-accused. So far, 68 social media posts have been identified and deleted,” he said.

The Chief Minister also addressed reports of female constables being molested during the violence, clarifying that such claims were untrue. “Stones were hurled at female police constables, but reports of molestation are false,” Fadnavis stated, according to PTI.

While acknowledging that intelligence gathering could have been better, Fadnavis denied that the incident was an “intelligence failure.” He also dismissed any political angle or foreign involvement in the violence, stating, “No foreign hand or Bangladeshi link has surfaced. There is no political angle to the violence.”

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Yuzvendra Chahal’s ‘be your own sugar daddy’ T-shirt during divorce hearing stirs online criticism

Yuzvendra Chahal drew flak for wearing a “be your own sugar daddy” T-shirt during his divorce hearing with Dhanashree Verma.

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Cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal has found himself at the center of a social media storm after being spotted wearing a T-shirt with the slogan “be your own sugar daddy” during his divorce hearing with estranged wife Dhanashree Verma.

The phrase, often associated with financial independence laced in internet slang, was seen by many as an ill-timed and provocative choice, particularly given the sensitive context of the legal proceedings.

The final hearing in the couple’s divorce case brought an end to months of public speculation and trolling, especially directed at Dhanashree Verma over alleged alimony demands. While earlier rumours claimed she sought Rs 60 crore in settlement, Chahal was eventually ordered to pay Rs 4.75 crore in alimony.

Online reaction to the T-shirt

Social media users were quick to notice Chahal’s outfit choice, with many calling it immature and a public dig at his former partner. The phrase “be your own sugar daddy” is often used online to promote financial self-reliance but can also carry sarcastic or cheeky undertones, especially when worn during a public legal matter.

Critics argued that Chahal’s attire at a divorce hearing seemed inappropriate and insensitive, especially as Dhanashree has been repeatedly subjected to online trolling over the financial aspects of their separation. While Chahal did not comment on the T-shirt or the reaction to it, the moment has gone viral, triggering debates about personal conduct in public legal proceedings and the responsibility of public figures during sensitive personal events.

The controversy also comes at a time when celebrity divorces and their legal details often play out in the public eye, blurring the line between privacy and public perception.

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AIBE 19 Result 2024 released: Here’s how to check and download your scorecard

The AIBE 19 Result 2024 has been released. Candidates can check their scores online at allindiabarexamination.com by following 5 simple steps.

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The All India Bar Examination (AIBE) 19 Result 2024 has been officially declared on the AIBE website allindiabarexamination.com. Candidates who appeared for the AIBE XIX exam on December 22, 2024, can now check their results and download their scorecards online.

According to the latest notification, this year’s results are based on 93 questions instead of the usual 100, as 7 questions were withdrawn following the release of the provisional answer key on December 28, 2024. Candidates were allowed to raise objections between December 30 and January 10, 2025.

The AIBE exam is conducted by the Bar Council of India to test an advocate’s capability to practice law in India. It covers 100 multiple-choice questions across 19 legal topics.

How to check AIBE 19 Result 2024

Here’s a quick step-by-step guide for candidates to check and download their results:

Visit the official AIBE website: allindiabarexamination.com

Click on the ‘AIBE-XIX Result 2024’ link on the homepage

Enter your login credentials (as required)

Click on Submit to access your result

View, download, and save your scorecard for future reference

Candidates are advised to keep a copy of their result safe, as it will be required during further stages like obtaining the Certificate of Practice (CoP).

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