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'Revered leaders cannot be above law': Maulana Rashidi demands strict action in Avimukteshwaranand case

IANS | February 22, 2026 2:41 PM

New Delhi, Feb 22 (IANS) All India Imam Organisation chief, Maulana Sajid Rashidi, on Sunday slammed Swami Avimukteshwaranand, saying the recent special court order for registering an FIR against him under the POCSO Act for alleged sexual abuse of minors exposes the shocking reality that revered religious leaders, often worshipped like gods, may hide a dark and criminal side.

Five live cartridges found in IIT Bombay hostel; Bihar link under probe

IANS | February 22, 2026 9:21 AM

Mumbai, Feb 22 (IANS) Five live 7.65 mm cartridges were recovered from the bag of a student at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay in Powai during a security check inside the hostel premises, following a minor dispute over money between students, officials said on Sunday.

Bangladesh: 43 newly-elected MPs face murder charges

IANS | February 20, 2026 4:10 PM

Dhaka, Feb 20 (IANS) As many as 43 Members of Parliament (MPs) elected in the 13th National Parliamentary Election held in Bangladesh last week face murder charges under Section 302, the local media reported citing data released by a leading civic organisation of the country.

Sri Lankan Navy arrests 22 TN fishermen near Katchatheevu

IANS | February 19, 2026 9:57 AM

Chennai, Feb 19 (IANS) In yet another incident highlighting the continuing tensions in the Palk Strait, the Sri Lankan Navy on Thursday arrested 22 fishermen from Tamil Nadu for allegedly crossing the International Maritime Boundary Line (IMBL) and fishing in Sri Lankan waters.

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