Mullaperiyar dam dispute explained: History, court rulings and possible solutions

A Bengaluru court has turned down actor Darshan’s appeal for in-person court appearances, mandating that he and three others participate in hearings through video conferencing. The Karnataka High Court upheld a prior sessions court ruling that curtailed Darshan’s ability to challenge a co-accused’s request for a pardon, referencing established legal precedents regarding the rights of…

The costume designers of Ramayana have responded to critiques on character attire. Their goal was to achieve international acclaim and work closely with the director to craft Sita’s vision. Kaikeyi’s outfit represents Mother Earth and deep emotional conflict during a pivotal moment. The team prioritized faith over strict adherence to historical accuracy in their designs….

Revised RBI norms on bank guarantees could squeeze proprietary traders by sharply reducing leverage and raising funding costs, potentially hurting derivatives trading volumes. Analysts say the move, along with higher STT, may weigh on the valuations of exchange operators such as NSE, BSE and MCX.