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Supreme Court ends five-year monitoring of river pollution, shifts oversight to NGT| India News

Supreme Court ends five-year monitoring of river pollution, shifts oversight to NGT| India News

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The Supreme Court on Tuesday ended its five-year monitoring of contamination of rivers due to sewage effluents through a suo motu proceeding, and directed all statutory authorities, states, and the Centre to continue filing status reports before the National Green Tribunal (NGT), where similar proceedings are already pending. The court had taken suo motu cognisance in January 2021 following a petition filed by the Delhi Jal Board (DJB) seeking to restrain the Haryana government from discharging pollutants into the Yamuna (above). (Hindustan Times) A bench led by Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant said specialised tribunals such as the NGT were created to deal with such matters. Taking exception to the January 13, 2021 order of the top court taking suo motu cognisance of the issue, the bench, also comprising justice Joymalya Bagchi, said, “It seems to us that instead of initiating suo motu proceedings, this court ought to have asked the NGT to monitor the situation till the desired results are achieved.” The court referred to two past NGT orders passed in September …

Zakir Khan announces five-year break from comedy to focus on his health: ‘Till 2030 probably’ | Bollywood News

Zakir Khan announces five-year break from comedy to focus on his health: ‘Till 2030 probably’ | Bollywood News

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Stand-up comedian Zakir Khan, who is currently touring various cities with his stand-up comedy special Papa Yaar, has announced that he will soon be taking a long break from comedy. The announcement was made during one of his recent shows in Hyderabad. In a video clip from the show that has been circulating widely on social media, Zakir addressed the audience from the stage and revealed his plans. He said, “I’m going on a long, long break. Probably till 2028–29, or even 2030. It will be a break of three, four, or five years to take care of my health and to sort out a few other things. So everyone present here right now is very close to my heart. Your presence means more to me than you can imagine, and I will always be grateful to all of you. Thank you so much.” The comedian further hinted at the break through his Instagram Stories on Tuesday afternoon. Zakir shared an update after landing in Dubai, accompanied by a caption suggesting that the decision is …

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah rejects power-sharing talk, ‘will serve full five-year term’

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah rejects power-sharing talk, ‘will serve full five-year term’

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Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah speaks during the winter session of the State Legislative Assembly, in Belagavi, Karnataka. | Photo Credit: File photo Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah affirmed that he would remain in office for his full five-year term, expressing confidence in the Congress high command’s support. During a discussion in the Assembly on development of North Karnataka, Mr. Siddaramaiah also said he never mentioned that he was the Chief Minister for only two-and-half years. “I am confident that the high command will allow me to complete five years’ term,” he said in response to a query from the opposition BJP MLAs about whether the government’s promises made for North Karnataka will be fulfilled during his tenure. “I feel that the high command is on my side, but I will abide by the high command’s decision,” he reiterated. When BJP’s V Sunil Kumar questioned his future, the Chief Minister said, “I am the Chief Minister. If the high command decides, I will be the Chief Minister in future as well.” When the opposition members pressed on …

‘Why Still Inquiry?’: Bombay HC Questions Five-Year Delay In Disha Salian Death Probe | India News

‘Why Still Inquiry?’: Bombay HC Questions Five-Year Delay In Disha Salian Death Probe | India News

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Last Updated:November 27, 2025, 18:36 IST The bench noted that five years have passed since the death and all that needed to be determined was whether it was a case of suicide or culpable homicide. Disha Salian died on June 8, 2020, after falling off the 14th floor of a residential building in suburban Malad. (Image: Sourced) The Bombay High Court on Thursday questioned how long the city police would continue their inquiry into the death of former celebrity manager Disha Salian, who died in June 2020. Salian fell from the 14th floor of a residential building in Malad, north Mumbai, on 8 June 2020. The city police had registered an Accidental Death Report (ADR) following the incident. A bench comprising Justices A S Gadkari and R R Bhonsale noted that five years have passed since the death and all that needed to be determined was whether it was a case of suicide or culpable homicide. The bench made the remarks after public prosecutor Mankhunwar Deshmukh told the court that the inquiry was still ongoing. …

TRAI Recommends Five-Year Satellite Spectrum Allocation as Starlink Nears Entry

TRAI Recommends Five-Year Satellite Spectrum Allocation as Starlink Nears Entry

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India’s telecom regulator has recommended allotting satellite spectrum for commercial communication services for five years, it said on Friday, at a time when Elon Musk is getting closer to launching his Starlink high-speed internet in the country. The recommendation also includes a possibility to extend an initial five-year spectrum allocation by a further two years depending on market conditions, the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) said. The telecom watchdog also recommended charging telecom operators four percent of their adjusted gross revenue for geostationary orbit-based fixed satellite services and for mobile satellite services. This is subject to a minimum annual spectrum charge of INR 3,500 ($41) per megahertz (MHz), according to TRAI. For non-geostationary orbit-based fixed satellite services, an additional 500 rupees per subscriber per annum in urban areas should be charged, exempting rural and remote areas, it said. The recommendations come as Elon Musk is working towards launching Starlink in India. Musk has urged New Delhi to allot spectrum for 20 years to focus on “affordable pricing and longer-term business plans,” according to Starlink’s …

Comcast announces a five-year price lock for Xfinity internet plans

Comcast announces a five-year price lock for Xfinity internet plans

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Comcast has announced that new customers can choose a five-year, guaranteed price lock-in for its Xfinity internet plans. The plans won’t require an annual contract, and range in price from $55 to $105 per month, according to a release emailed to The Verge. They also include unlimited data. It’s a nice thought, being able to put off the rigamarole of calling my ISP every year or two to beg them to bring me back down to the price that got me in the door in the first place. The plans come with a modem / router combo and a 12-month Xfinity Mobile cellular plan at no extra cost, with extra lines costing $20 per month. In a separate email, Comcast spokesperson Joel Shadle gave The Verge a breakdown of the pricing for cable tiers (download and upload speeds, respectively) that are available with the price lock-in: 400/150 Mbps – $55/month 600/150 Mbps – $70/month 1.1 Gbps/300 Mbps – $85/month 2.1 Gbps/300 Mbps – $105/month Those prices, with the five-year guarantee, are available in all of …

From serving five-year prison sentence as a biker gang member to winning spot in The Open: Australian golfer Ryan Peake’s golfing journey | Golf News

From serving five-year prison sentence as a biker gang member to winning spot in The Open: Australian golfer Ryan Peake’s golfing journey | Golf News

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As a youngster, Ryan Peake once teamed up with future major winner Cameron Smith to win the boys’ title in the Trans Tasman Trophy at the age of 17. Four years later, Peake was involved in an assault on a man as part of a biker gang. The West Australian was then sentenced to five-year-old prison term for being part of the serious assault as a member of the Rebels Motorcycle Club in 2014. On Sunday, as the 31-year-old Australian golfer won the 104th New Zealand Open in Queenstown, the Western Australian also earned a spot in The Open Championship to be played at Royal Portrush later this year apart from pocketing a winning cheque of 302,000 New Zealand dollars and remembered the tough time. “People make bad decisions, some worse than others, but it just goes to show that if you don’t actually give up on someone … you need to support them, and you just don’t know what is going to come from it. It’s life-changing ,” Peake told the ABC on Sunday …

James Gunn defends delay in the release of The Batman 2: ‘A five-year gap or more is fairly common in sequels’ | Hollywood

James Gunn defends delay in the release of The Batman 2: ‘A five-year gap or more is fairly common in sequels’ | Hollywood

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DC Studios co-chairman James Gunn defended the delay of Batman 2 and called it a common practice in the making of sequels. The director has defended the choice by recounting the gap between the sequels of hit films like Alien, Incredibles, Terminator, Avatar, Top Gun and others. (Also Read | Robert Pattinson says he might be retiring by the end of The Batman trilogy: ‘I can’t believe this is still going’) James Gunn confirmed the move was writing-related after the announcement. Warner Bros announced the new release date of Batman 2, recently. Marking a postponement of one year from its original release date, the film is now slated to release in theatres worldwide on October 1, 2027, reported Deadline. James justified the delay and wrote, “To be fair, a 5-year gap or more is fairly common in sequels,” he wrote. “7 years between Alien and Aliens. 14 years between Incredibles. 7 years between the first two Terminators. 13 years between Avatars. 36 years between Top Guns. And, of course, 6 years between Guardians Vol 2 …

Seventh Delhi Assembly concludes; Speaker reflects on five-year journey | Latest News India

Seventh Delhi Assembly concludes; Speaker reflects on five-year journey | Latest News India

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New Delhi, The Seventh Delhi Legislative Assembly concluded its five-year term on Wednesday, holding its 74th and final sitting before the upcoming elections slated for February 2025. Seventh Delhi Assembly concludes; Speaker reflects on five-year journey The assembly, which first convened on February 24, 2020, saw significant legislative activity during its tenure. Speaker Ram Niwas Goel, addressing the House, called the occasion “emotional and historic.” During its tenure, the assembly addressed 1,095 questions during the Question Hour, tabled 19 committee reports, and passed 26 Bills, Goel said. Additionally, 702 special mentions, 39 short-term discussions, and 13 motions were part of its legislative proceedings. Four government resolutions and 14 others were also passed, he added. Reflecting on his role, he said, “As Speaker, I have fulfilled my duties impartially, giving equal importance to both the ruling party and the opposition. Despite being a Union Territory Assembly with limited powers, remarkable work has been accomplished.” Speaker Goel emphasised the smooth functioning of the House, noting that members were given ample opportunities to express their views and raise …

Novak Djokovic Ends Five-Year Indian Wells Absence With Difficult Win

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Novak Djokovic struggled to a winning comeback at the ATP-WTA Indian Wells Masters five years after his last appearance, defeating Aleksandar Vukic 6-2, 5-7, 6-3 on Saturday. World number one Djokovic, who had not played since losing an Australian Open semi-final to Jannik Sinner on January 26, is chasing a sixth title at the desert venue in the season’s first Masters event. The 36-year-old Serb captured the 400th Masters-level victory of his career, joining Rafael Nadal as the only men to reach the 400 milestone at the elite level. The 24-time Grand Slam champion has won his last 11 Masters matches, collecting titles last season in Cincinnati and Paris Bercy. In the women’s draw, third seed Coco Gauff rallied from four games down in the final set to defeat France’s Clara Burel 2-6, 6-3, 7-6 (7/4). Former number one Naomi Osaka continued her comeback after motherhood as she reached the third round with a 7-5, 6-3 victory over Liudmila Samsonova. Djokovic claimed the opening set in 35 minutes with two service breaks but had to …