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Family court can’t block mutual divorce if both spouses agree to it: Kerala High Court | Legal News

Family court can’t block mutual divorce if both spouses agree to it: Kerala High Court | Legal News

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5 min readNew DelhiMay 8, 2026 02:29 PM IST Kerala High Court news: The Kerala High Court recently dissolved a marriage between a couple, observing that a family court cannot deny divorce by mutual consent when both spouses clearly express their desire to dissolve the marriage. A division bench comprising Justices J Nisha Banu and Shoba Annamma Eapen passed the ruling while allowing an appeal filed by a woman challenging the dismissal of a mutual consent divorce petition by the family court, Thalassery. Justices J Nisha Banu and Shoba Annamma Eapen set aside the family court’s judgment and dissolved the marriage. “Both the wife and the husband, who are the appellant and the respondent respectively, had clearly stated before the Family Court that both of them want divorce. Therefore, there was no reason for the Family Court to conclude that there was no mutual consent,” the Kerala High Court noted in its order dated March 31. Plea for divorce by mutual consent The couple got married in 2023 according to Roman Catholic Christian rites, and …

Anushka Sharma, Virat Kohli’s visit to this Bengaluru restaurant caused a road block; eatery gets a call from police

Anushka Sharma, Virat Kohli’s visit to this Bengaluru restaurant caused a road block; eatery gets a call from police

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Cricketer Virat Kohli and actor Anushka Sharma’s star power once turned a quiet outing in Bengaluru into complete chaos. The celebrity couple caused a huge crowd frenzy during a visit to a popular restaurant in the city. Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli tied the knot in Italy in December in 2017. According to a recent interview, fans gathered in large numbers outside the venue as soon as news of their presence spread, leading to a major roadblock in the area. The situation became so overwhelming that the local police later contacted the restaurant and asked the management to inform authorities in advance whenever any high-profile celebrity planned to visit. Virat Kohli-Anushka Sharma’s visit led to traffic jam In an interview with Pinkvilla Biz, the director of Bengaluru’s famous eatery, Central Tiffin Room, Ganesh Poojari, recalled the time when Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli’s visit to the eatery, which led to mayhem. During the interaction, Ganesh recalled receiving a call about Virat and Anushka’s visit three days before their visit, but he initially dismissed it as …

‘Mamata has brought something in this’: BJP workers block TMC vehicle in Bhabanipur

‘Mamata has brought something in this’: BJP workers block TMC vehicle in Bhabanipur

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Workers from the Bhartiya Janata Party in West Bengal blocked the movement of a Trinamool Congress vehicle in Bhabanipur assembly constituency on Thursday, claiming that Mamata Banerjee has “brought something” in it. This came as TMC claimed that the BJP and Election Commission were attempting to open postal ballots in the absence of party representatives. (ANI screengrab) In a late-night drama on Wednesday, several BJP workers crowded around a TMC vehicle in West Bengal’s Bhabanipur, citing suspicious activities. “There is something in the vehicle. Mamata Banerjee has brought something in her vehicle,” one of the workers was heard as saying. They stopped the vehicle from going forward and said it wouldn’t be allowed to move. Later, amid protests and police presence, the vehicle left. Also read: Key pollster skips, most predict BJP win, Mamata says guard EVMs: The Bengal exit poll knot This came as TMC claimed that the BJP and Election Commission were attempting to open postal ballots in the absence of party representatives. TMC leader Kunal Ghosh alleged that some people are tampering …

Vinesh Phogat successfully registers for National Ranking tournament after flagging WFI attempt to block her entry | Sports News

Vinesh Phogat successfully registers for National Ranking tournament after flagging WFI attempt to block her entry | Sports News

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3 min readUpdated: Apr 28, 2026 11:58 PM IST Decorated Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat,. who reached the finals of Paris Olympics beating Sui Susaki but couldn’t make weight, had reversed her retirement, and was ready to return to the mat. The hurdles soon showed up. After flagging the Wrestling Federation of India’s attempt to block her from competing, she confirmed on Tuesday that her registration for her comeback tournament was finally done. Gonda will host next month’s National Ranking Series from May 10-12, but Vinesh had claimed that she was being blocked from competing by the WFI, after the acceptance of her entry was delayed. “My registration to participate in the upcoming ranking tournament was done this morning,” she tweeted on Tuesday. “I could not complete the registration yesterday as the link was closed. Thank you for the support from everyone. I am looking forward to competing in my first competition after 20 months,” Vinesh added. The confusion was caused by WFI, who insisted that technical issues with the registration portal might have initially prevented …

The story behind Ayush Shetty’s net block that went viral | Badminton News

The story behind Ayush Shetty’s net block that went viral | Badminton News

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3 min readApr 13, 2026 07:50 PM IST Most Indians, have discovered the badminton phenomenon Ayush Shetty, silver medallist at Badminton Asia Championships, through a net-block he played against Chinese Li Shifeng that went viral. In the clip, turned into reels set to funky music, Ayush Shetty sticks his racquet out at the net with an outstretched hand, hovering just above the net. The wow moment comes when Li Shifeng a formidably built Chinese leaps to Sen down a steep smash. And the Indian’s racquet precisely blocks the shot which tipples over to Shifeng’s side, for a cheeky point. It’s bold and brutal on the Chinese, whose resolve almost crumbled after a totally unexpected defense. Many questioned the legality of the shot. But it was totally within the rules, as the racquet was always on Ayush’s side. It was badminton’s version of an upper cut or ramp – simply Bouncing the shuttle back cleverly. A 20 year old Indian Badminton talent Ayush Shetty beats WR7 & Li Shi Feng at Asia Badminton Championship !! 🇮🇳🔥 …

Abhishek Bachchan says he is ‘terrified’ of walking red carpet with wife Aishwarya Rai: ‘I’m like a block of wood’

Abhishek Bachchan says he is ‘terrified’ of walking red carpet with wife Aishwarya Rai: ‘I’m like a block of wood’

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Bollywood actor Aishwarya Rai never fails to turn heads when she walks the red carpet. She effortlessly commands attention. However, her husband, actor Abhishek Bachchan, has revealed that he is terrified of walking the red carpet with Aishwarya and opened up about feeling awkward at high-profile events. Abhishek Bachchan admits to being awkward walking red carpet with Aishwarya Rai. Abhishek Bachchan on walking the red carpet with wife Aishwarya Rai In a chat with Lily Singh on her podcast, Abhishek expressed discomfort with attending high-profile events. He said, “Have you seen my wife? Have you ever seen her on a red carpet? It’s the most daunting thing for me to go on a red carpet, period. And if I have to do it with her, it’s terrifying. They’re all professionals, and they’re so good at it. I’m like a block of wood. I don’t know what to do. Should I keep my hands in my pockets? I’m very awkward. So they always end up saying, ‘One more smile, please.’” He recalled an incident when his …

Abhishek Bachchan says ‘it’s terrifying’ to walk the red carpet with wife Aishwarya Rai: ‘I’m like a block of wood, very awkward’ | Bollywood News

Abhishek Bachchan says ‘it’s terrifying’ to walk the red carpet with wife Aishwarya Rai: ‘I’m like a block of wood, very awkward’ | Bollywood News

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3 min readMumbaiApr 4, 2026 12:24 PM IST All eyes turn to Aishwarya Rai Bachchan whenever she steps onto the red carpet. Known for her poise and elegance, the actor effortlessly commands attention, so much so that even her husband, Abhishek Bachchan, admits to feeling overwhelmed walking beside her. ‘It’s terrifying to walk the red carpet with her’ In a recent conversation with Lilly Singh, Abhishek spoke candidly about his discomfort at high-profile appearances. “Have you seen my wife? Have you ever seen her on a red carpet? It’s the most daunting thing for me to go on a red carpet, period. And if I have to do it with her, it’s terrifying. They’re all professionals, they’re so good at it. I’m like a block of wood. I don’t know what to do. Should I keep my hands in my pockets? I’m very awkward. So they always end up saying, ‘One more smile, please.’” He also recalled a humorous moment from a red carpet appearance, admitting that his nervousness once got the better of him. …

Congress block president killed in Punjab’s Ludhiana

Congress block president killed in Punjab’s Ludhiana

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A Congress leader was hacked to death with an axe by two unidentified assailants in Punjab’s Ludhiana district, police said. Parminder Tiwari, Machhiwara Congress block president, had put up rental quarters for the migrant workers. The two unidentified assailants came on a motorcycle and attacked Tiwari while he was sitting on a chair on Sunday (March 29, 2026) evening. He suffered severe head injuries and was rushed to the hospital, but succumbed, Station House Officer, Kum Kalan, Paramdeep Singh, told PTI over the phone. “A case has been registered and an investigation has been launched. Efforts are on to nab the accused. The motive of the crime is under investigation,” Mr. Singh said. Punjab Congress president Amrinder Singh Raja Warring lashed out at the Bhagwant Mann government over the incident, alleging the State’s law and order situation continues to deteriorate. “Deeply shocked and saddened by the daylight murder of our Block President from Machiwara Sahib, Parminder Tiwari ji. He was a hardworking and integral part of the @INCPunjab family, and his loss is deeply felt. …

‘You block anyone on the pitch…’

‘You block anyone on the pitch…’

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3 min readUpdated: Mar 21, 2026 07:25 PM IST Former Liverpool boss Graeme Souness was critical of Arsenal’s set-piece tactics but also predicted them to win the Premier League trophy. The Gunners are at the top of the table with 70 points from 31 games, which is 10 points more than Manchester City, who are placed in second spot with 60 points from 31 games. “Arsenal get away with a hell of a lot by crowding goalkeepers and blocking goalkeepers. You block anyone on the pitch, anywhere else on the pitch – a centre-half half blocks a centre forward as he’s trying to make a run – and that’s a foul. ‘I just think we’ve got daft referees. We’ve got poor referees who don’t really understand the game. They know all the rules from the first page to the last one, but nuances of the game they don’t get,” said Souness to Daily Mail. “I love the term ‘free-kick guru’. Their guru [Jover] is all about fouling the goalkeeper. That’s as simple as, black and …

100 artefacts from galleries, South Block find pride of place in new PMO | India News

100 artefacts from galleries, South Block find pride of place in new PMO | India News

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4 min readNew DelhiMar 10, 2026 05:57 AM IST An intricately carved table gifted by Russian President Vladimir Putin to Prime Minister Narendra Modi during one of his state visits to India now finds space in one of the main corridors of Seva Teerth, the new Prime Minister’s Office, in Lutyens’ Delhi. Wooden panels showcasing scenes from the Ramayana and a selection of Chola bronzes are among the artefacts that adorn the premises inaugurated by PM Modi on February 13. Sources said as many as 100 artwork, including metal art pieces, oil paintings, sculptures and antique objects, have been sourced from the collections of the National Gallery of Modern Art, Lalit Kala Akademi, Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) and the Ministry of External Affairs Toshakhana, where gifts received from foreign dignitaries are deposited. Some of the artwork from South Block, the earlier PMO, have also travelled to Seva Teerth, sources say. With the new PMO being billed as ‘Seva Teerth: Nagrik Devo Bhava’, implying a place where the citizen is god, sources …