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Supreme Court steps in to ensure ‘dignified life’ for octogenarian, visually impaired son

Supreme Court steps in to ensure ‘dignified life’ for octogenarian, visually impaired son

Supreme Court directed the Odisha State government to ensure that they receive all eligible social security benefits and basic amenities so that they can live a “dignified life”. File | Photo Credit: The Hindu The Supreme Court has come to the aid of an octogenarian woman and her visually impaired son from Bagadia village in Odisha’s Subarnapur district, taking suo motu cognisance of newspaper reports highlighting the dire conditions in which they were living. The court directed the State government to ensure that they receive all eligible social security benefits and basic amenities so that they can live a “dignified life”. A Bench of Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant and Justice V. Mohana issued the directions in a suo motu case registered on Monday (June 15, 2026) concerning the welfare of persons with disabilities living in extreme poverty. The Bench observed that its concern was not whether welfare schemes merely existed on paper, but whether the mother and son were actually able to avail the benefits to which they were entitled under various …

‘My dignified silence should never be mistaken for weakness’: Aarti Ravi hits back at Ravi Mohan | Tamil News

‘My dignified silence should never be mistaken for weakness’: Aarti Ravi hits back at Ravi Mohan | Tamil News

Aarti Ravi has broken her silence — or at least threatened to do so — if her ex-husband Ravi Mohan doesn’t stop blaming her on multiple accounts two years after their bitter separation. She put out a public warning that she’d spill the truth about her and Mohan’s marriage if it comes to that, in order to protect her children and her dignity. On Saturday, Aarti took to her Instagram handle and wrote a cryptic note directly aimed at her estranged husband’s recent claims against her. “You never wake a sleeping lion. God help if she’s a mamma lion. My dignified silence should never be mistaken for weakness or taken undue advantage of. If needed, to protect my children and my dignity, I will step out of my comfort zone and face the world with the truth. Because truth always prevails,” she wrote on her Instagram handle. A lot of Instagram followers also lent their support to Aarti in the comment section, including actor Khushbu Sundar. “Never mess with a mother. And you are a …

Khushboo Sundar on Thalapathy Vijay and Trisha’s alleged relation: ‘She is most dignified woman I ever met’

Khushboo Sundar on Thalapathy Vijay and Trisha’s alleged relation: ‘She is most dignified woman I ever met’

Thalapathy Vijay and Trisha Krishnan have been making headlines following reports of Vijay’s alleged divorce and rumored relationship with Trisha. Now, actress-producer Khushboo Sundar has reacted to the situation, emphasizing that the Leo actress is one of the most dignified women she has ever met. Khushboo Sundar comments on Thalapathy Vijay and Trisha Krishnan Speaking with DeKoder, Khushboo Sundar said, “Even if we sneeze, people would blame us. Knowing both of them, I can say that Trisha is one of the most dignified women I’ve ever met and truly one of the gentlest souls. People tend to focus on others’ lives rather than their own.” Acknowledging her long-standing friendship with Trisha, Khushboo added that people should avoid getting overly involved in the personal lives of others and instead focus on their own issues. For those unaware, Vijay and Trisha arrived together at a wedding reception wearing coordinated outfits. After making an appearance, the duo also left the venue together in the same vehicle. This public appearance comes at a time when Thalapathy Vijay and his …

Actor-Politician Khushbu Sundar Defends Trisha Amid Thalapathy Vijay Rumours: ‘She Is Dignified’ | Tamil Cinema News

Actor-Politician Khushbu Sundar Defends Trisha Amid Thalapathy Vijay Rumours: ‘She Is Dignified’ | Tamil Cinema News

Last Updated:March 17, 2026, 09:43 IST Khushbu Sundar defends Trisha as speculation around Vijay and Trisha grows after their joint appearance at a Chennai wedding reception. Khushbu Sundar reacts to Vijay and Trisha rumours. Actor and politician Khushbu Sundar has reacted to the growing speculation surrounding actors Vijay and Trisha Krishnan after the two recently appeared together at a wedding reception in Chennai. The public appearance sparked fresh rumours about their relationship, and Khushbu has now stepped forward to defend Trisha. The discussion intensified after Vijay attended the wedding reception of AGS producer Kalpathi Suresh’s son on March 5, where he was seen arriving and leaving with Trisha. Their joint appearance sparked controversy online, especially as it came shortly after reports that Vijay’s wife Sangeeta Sornalingam had filed for divorce accusing him of adultery. Khushbu Sundar speaks about the rumours During a conversation with DeKoder, Khushbu Sundar was asked about the speculation surrounding Vijay and Trisha’s appearance together. The actor-politician responded by defending Trisha’s character and slammed the way people react to celebrity gossip online. …

Khushbu Sundar comes out in support of Trisha amid her viral pics with Vijay: ‘She is one of the most dignified women’

Khushbu Sundar comes out in support of Trisha amid her viral pics with Vijay: ‘She is one of the most dignified women’

Actor and TVK chief Vijay and actor Trisha Krishnan seemed to confirm their rumoured romance recently when they attended a wedding reception together in Chennai. They made their public appearance together after his wife, Sangeeta Sornalingam, filed for divorce and mentioned that he was having an affair with an unnamed actress in the plea. Now, actor-politician Khushbu Sundar has commented on the online chatter about the actor’s personal life and come out in support of Trisha. (Also read: Advocate calls for ‘dignity’ after Sangeeta files for divorce: ‘Vijay and Trisha Krishnan twinning like it’s some trend’) Khushbu Sundar has backed Trisha Krishnan amid the social media chatter about her public appearance with Vijay. What Khushbu said During a chat with DeKoder, Khushbu was asked about the speculation around Trisha’s appearance. In response, Khushbu said, “Unfortunately, we are in a time where even if you sneeze, you want to blame it on someone else. What I know of both of them, with Trash [Trisha] being very very close to me, she is one of the most …

Right to dignified death prevails over interest of the state: Supreme Court

Right to dignified death prevails over interest of the state: Supreme Court

The court said that the interest of the state must not be allowed to overpower the dignity which must be equally assured to individuals in the process of life and death. Photo: Image by www.freepik.com The Supreme Court held on Wednesday (March 11, 2026) that the state’s absolute interest to preserve life must become subservient to a patient’s right to dignity at a tipping point when medical interventions become increasingly futile and invasive while the chances of recovery keep dropping. “When the degree of bodily invasion progressively increases, and the prognosis for recovery progressively decreases, there arises a certain point when the state’s absolute interest in preserving life must become subservient to the dignity of the individual, though he is unconscious or incompetent,” Justice J.B. Pardiwala said in a judgment upholding the withdrawal of life support to a 32-year-old man in a persistent vegetative state for over 12 years. Also read | All you need to know about: passive euthanasia The court said that the interest of the state must not be allowed to overpower …

Anita Advani opens up about challenges she faced after Rajesh Khanna’s death: ‘Dignified life jeena chahti hoon’

Anita Advani opens up about challenges she faced after Rajesh Khanna’s death: ‘Dignified life jeena chahti hoon’

Actor Anita Advani, long believed to have shared a close relationship with the late superstar Rajesh Khanna, has once again opened up about her equation with him. She stressed that her battle since his death has never been about financial gain but about preserving her dignity and self-respect. Anita Advani was rumoured to be romantically involved with the legendary actor Rajesh Khanna. Anita Advani speaks up In an interview with Vickey Lalwani, Anita Advani opened up about her life with the late actor, her current legal battle and the challenges she has faced after his death. Anita Advani was rumoured to be romantically involved with the legendary actor Rajesh Khanna. However, the details and the truth about the relationship remains largely unknown to the public. Talking about the late actor’s will, Anita claimed that she was never shown the document. She also mentioned that currently she is fighting for what she believes is her right to live with dignity. “I want to live the way I have lived. Woh bungalow toh waapis aa nahi sakta, …

Supreme Court to deliver verdict on allowing dignified death for Delhi man in coma for 13 years| India News

Supreme Court to deliver verdict on allowing dignified death for Delhi man in coma for 13 years| India News

For the past 13 years, 32-year-old Harish Rana’s life has remained at a standstill. The Delhi resident has been in a permanent vegetative state since 2013 and survives through medical tubes that help him breathe and receive nutrition. After years of emotional and financial strain, his parents have once again approached the Supreme Court, asking for permission to withdraw life support so their son can be allowed a dignified death. The case could set a precedent for passive euthanasia in India. (AFP Photo/Representative Image) ALSO READ | Supreme Court moves closer to first passive euthanasia nod Top court to decide The Supreme Court is set to decide whether Harish’s life-sustaining treatment should continue or be withdrawn. If the court allows passive euthanasia, it would become the first known instance of a court formally ordering such a step in India since the practice was legalised in 2018. The case has reopened a national debate on the right to die with dignity. How the tragedy unfolded Harish was a civil engineering student at Chandigarh University when he …

Kangana Ranaut calls Jaya Bachchan ‘most dignified woman in film industry’

Kangana Ranaut is currently awaiting the release of her upcoming film `Emergency`. Ranaut, who is also a Member of Parliament, had some tension with Jaya Bachchan in the past, but it looks like she has decided to leave it behind. In a recent interview, Kangana talked about Jaya Bachchan and called her one of the most “dignified” women in the film industry. Kangana Ranaut Talks About Jaya Bachchan In an interview with News18, Kangana Ranaut shared that Bachchan is a highly respected actor in the industry and stated that she feels very good about Jaya Bachchan representing the film industry in the Rajya Sabha. “Jaya Bachchan ji is a very reputed actor in our film industry. Honestly, she`s known for her short temper, but at the same time, I`d like to give her the acknowledgment and due credit. In those times—you can imagine, in the 1970s, when women had to roast their skin under harsh lighting—she did films like `Guddi`. She sent a message of women empowerment through that. And even after that… she`s one …

Kangana Ranaut says Jaya Bachchan is ‘one of the most dignified women’ in film industry | Bollywood

Sep 18, 2024 06:12 AM IST Kangana Ranaut said she gives credit to Jaya Bachchan for doing films of women empowerment like Guddi back in the 1970s. Kangana Ranaut may have had some tension with Jaya Bachchan in the past, but she seems to hold her in high regard. In an interview with News18, the actor-turned-MP calls Jaya one of the most “dignified” women in the film industry today. (Also Read – Financial Emergency: Kangana Ranaut reveals why she was forced to sell her ₹32 crore Mumbai office) Kangana Ranaut calls Jaya Bachchan one of the most dignified actors Kangana on Jaya Bachchan “Jaya Bachchan ji is a very reputed actor of our film industry. Honestly, she’s known for her short temper, but at the same time, I’d like to give her the acknowledgement and due credit that in those times… you can imagine that in the 1970s, at a time when women had to roast their skin in the (harsh) lighting, she did films like Guddi back then. She sent a message of women …