Indian Muslim clerics, Javed Akhtar condemn Taliban over code allowing wife beating

IANS | February 23, 2026 2:40 PM

Lucknow, Feb 23 (IANS) Prominent Muslim clerics in India have sharply condemned the Taliban’s new penal code in Afghanistan that reportedly legalises domestic violence, calling it a blatant misuse of religion and a violation of Islamic principles. The law, which allows husbands to beat wives “without causing bone fractures or open wounds” and punishes women with imprisonment if they visit their parents without permission, has sparked outrage among religious leaders and civil society.

Political leaders in India decry Taliban's new penal code legalising domestic violence

IANS | February 23, 2026 1:33 PM

New Delhi, Feb 23 (IANS) The Taliban’s new domestic violence code, which permits women to be beaten as long as their bones do not break, has sparked widespread outrage in India. Critics describe it as an "assault on basic human dignity” and a chilling reminder of the dangers when power and religious edicts override basic rights. The move has been condemned as a stark violation of women’s rights, an affront to justice, and a signal that oppressive policies can be formalised under the guise of law.

Gujarat demolition drive: 455 illegal structures razed in Rajkot, thousand more on target

IANS | February 23, 2026 11:36 AM

Rajkot, Feb 23 (IANS) The Rajkot Municipal Corporation (RMC) in Gujarat on Monday launched what officials described as the largest demolition operation in the city’s history, moving to clear 1,489 illegal structures in the Jangleshwar locality and along the Aji riverbed.

'Minors subjected to sexual abuse, even at Magh mela': Complainant in FIR against Avimukteshwaranand

IANS | February 22, 2026 3:30 PM

Lucknow, Feb 22 (IANS) A special POCSO court in Uttar Pradesh’s Prayagraj on Saturday ordered registration of a First Information Report (FIR) against Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati and one of his aides, Mukundanand Giri, over alleged role in sexual exploitation of two children at his ashram.

'Right to protest cannot disrupt public order': Delhi court on denying bail to Youth Congress members over shirtless protest

IANS | February 22, 2026 3:18 PM

New Delhi, Feb 22 (IANS) A Delhi court observed that while the right to protest is a fundamental feature of democracy, it cannot be exercised in a manner that disrupts public order or harms the rights of others, particularly at an international event attended by foreign delegates.

Shirtless protest: Delhi court remands Youth Congress members to 5-day police custody

IANS | February 21, 2026 3:43 PM

New Delhi, Feb 21 (IANS) A Delhi court on Saturday remanded four members of the Youth Congress to five days of police custody following their arrest during a shirtless protest held at the India AI Impact Summit on Friday.

Tariffs on India to drop to 10 pc temporarily, says White House

IANS | February 21, 2026 2:53 AM

Washington, Feb 21 (IANS) The White House has clarified that India will face a 10 per cent tariff temporarily following US President Donald Trump's announcement of a new global tariff order, replacing the earlier International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA)-based duties that were struck down by the Supreme Court.

'Nothing changes': Trump says India-US trade deal to remain intact, calls PM Modi a 'great gentleman'

IANS | February 21, 2026 1:31 AM

Washington, Feb 21 (IANS) US President Donald Trump has said that a trade framework with India would remain intact despite a Supreme Court ruling that struck down his use of a particular tariff authority, insisting, "Nothing changes" for the India trade deal and describing Prime Minister Narendra Modi as "a great gentleman, a great man actually".

Delhi court to hear plea seeking FIR against Sonia Gandhi over name inclusion in voter list

IANS | February 20, 2026 10:52 PM

New Delhi, Feb 20 (IANS) A Delhi court will hear a criminal revision petition filed against Congress Parliamentary Party Chairperson Sonia Gandhi on Saturday over allegations that her name was fraudulently included in the electoral rolls before she acquired Indian citizenship.

Exporters jubilant at US tariff verdict; $8 billion of exports may still face duties

IANS | February 20, 2026 10:16 PM

New Delhi, Feb 20 (IANS) With the US Supreme Court striking down reciprocal tariffs imposed by the Donald Trump administration on Friday, Indian exporters were jubilant at the news. However, around $8-9 billion worth of trade is still likely to face higher duties under national security provisions.

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Indian Muslim clerics, Javed Akhtar condemn Taliban over code allowing wife beating

Political leaders in India decry Taliban's new penal code legalising domestic violence

Gujarat demolition drive: 455 illegal structures razed in Rajkot, thousand more on target

'Minors subjected to sexual abuse, even at Magh mela': Complainant in FIR against Avimukteshwaranand

'Right to protest cannot disrupt public order': Delhi court on denying bail to Youth Congress members over shirtless protest

Shirtless protest: Delhi court remands Youth Congress members to 5-day police custody

Tariffs on India to drop to 10 pc temporarily, says White House

'Nothing changes': Trump says India-US trade deal to remain intact, calls PM Modi a 'great gentleman'

Delhi court to hear plea seeking FIR against Sonia Gandhi over name inclusion in voter list

Exporters jubilant at US tariff verdict; $8 billion of exports may still face duties

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