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Travelling in ladies coach can now cost male passengers Rs 2,500

Travelling in ladies coach can now cost male passengers Rs 2,500

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Indian Railways ladies coach new rules 2026: Indian Railways has increased the penalty for male passengers travelling in ladies’ coaches or compartments on trains. The move is aimed at enhancing the safety, security and comfort of women passengers during their journey. The national transporter provides dedicated unreserved coaches and compartments for women passengers in local and passenger trains across the country. It also operates ladies special train services on suburban routes in cities such as Mumbai, Kolkata, Secunderabad and Chennai, among others. Under Section 162 of the Railways Act, the entry of male passengers into ladies’ compartments or coaches and occupy space reserved for lady passengers is a punishable offence. Such violations can attract both fine and imprisonment. “To avoid penal measures, male passengers should not travel in ladies compartments or ladies special trains. There are alternative compartments or trains available with enough space for the male travellers,” it said in a statement. However, to prevent male passengers from travelling in ladies’ compartments, the Railway Protection Force (RPF) regularly conducts special drives against unauthorised entry …

Male nurse’s suicide in Jaipur sparks protests; wife to get contractual job

Male nurse’s suicide in Jaipur sparks protests; wife to get contractual job

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The alleged suicide by a 25-year-old contractual male nursing staff member at a government hospital in Jaipur over the week-end after the termination of his service has led to widespread protests in Rajasthan. The nursing staff staged demonstrations and boycotted work at the health facilities in several towns on Saturday (June 13, 2026). Though the State government agreed to provide a contractual job to the widow of the deceased at a medical college, the protesters demanded compensation of ₹1 crore and allotment of a house to the family. Deepak Kharwal, a resident of Dausa district’s Lawan village, allegedly took his life in a state of depression after losing job. Deepak was working in an intensive care unit at Mahila Chikitsalaya, attached to Sawai Man Singh Government Medical College in Jaipur. The State government has decided to remove about 6,500 contractual nursing personnel employed through private placement agencies in the government hospitals. The workers were originally recruited during the previous Congress regime in 2022, with their numbers increasing significantly over the years. The Bharatiya Janata Party …

KEM Hospital orders inquiry against MBBS student Sejal Pawar over remarks about male corpse on Pranit More’s show

KEM Hospital orders inquiry against MBBS student Sejal Pawar over remarks about male corpse on Pranit More’s show

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MBBS student Sejal Pawar, who studies at Mumbai’s KEM Hospital, recently came under the scanner after she made distasteful and disrespectful remarks on comedian Pranit More’s show, comparing the sizes of male cadavers’ genitalia. Her comment led to social media outrage, and now the Mumbai hospital has ordered an inquiry into the matter. Sejal Pawar has received backlash for her comments on Pranit More’s show. Sejal submitted written apology According to a report in India Today, sources told the website that though Pawar has submitted a written apology, senior doctors remain upset over her remarks made on a public platform. It is also reported that her comments have caused hurt, as cadavers are donated for medical education and are regarded with the highest respect. Inquiry against her at KEM Hospital The report states that the internal report is expected to be submitted by Friday evening or Saturday morning, after reviewing the one-hour show, out of which only a two-minute clip featuring Sejal went viral. The matter is being examined in accordance with the National Medical …

Female doctor apologises for male corpse joke on Pranit More show; says her words were ‘interpreted differently’

Female doctor apologises for male corpse joke on Pranit More show; says her words were ‘interpreted differently’

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A day after Himanshu Jangra faced flak for claiming how he deserves to ‘recover’ his money’s worth after a date, a female doctor came under the scanner for talking about a male corpse’s private parts. After massive backlash, Sejal Pawar has issued an apology for jokes she made on Pranit More’s stand-up comedy show months ago. Medico Sejal Pawar has apologised for comments she made on Pranit More’s show. Female doctor who joked about corpse issues apology As soon as old clips from the show went viral, Sejal, whose Instagram bio revealed that she was posted at KEM Hospital, Mumbai, made her account private. She then deleted all her posts and issued a public apology via video, which she has now deleted. In the video that has been clipped and shared widely on social media, Sejal says, “A part of the clip of something I said on a show three months ago is now going viral. I said a very wrong thing, I’m so sorry about that. I didn’t do it intentionally, and it’s bad …

Internet outraged at female doctor’s joke on male corpse’s private parts on Pranit More’s show amid ₹370 Biryani row

Internet outraged at female doctor’s joke on male corpse’s private parts on Pranit More’s show amid ₹370 Biryani row

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Comedian Pranit More, who rose to prominence after finishing as the second runner-up on Bigg Boss Season 19, has sparked immense backlash. It all began when a 23-year-old audience member from his show, Himanshu Jangra, said he went on a date with a woman and paid ₹370 for a plate of chicken biryani, and therefore deserved a “return” on his investment. Sejal Pawar has attracted attention for her comments on Pranit More’s show. What did Sejal Pawar say? Amid backlash for this, the internet has now found another audience member, a female doctor named Sejal Pawar, who was seen making fun of male cadavers’ private parts. A section on social media was shocked with the remarks and demanded equal outrage for her like Himanshu. Sejal has since made her Instagram account private. She is currently posted at KEM Hospital, Mumbai, as per her Instagram bio. Internet shocked by insensitive comments During the show, Sejal said that she and her other female colleague often compare the sizes of the private parts of the male corpses in …

Idris Elba is done with rumours of him as the next James Bond, says audiences won’t go to see a Black male for that part

Idris Elba is done with rumours of him as the next James Bond, says audiences won’t go to see a Black male for that part

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The future of James Bond is officially in motion, with Amazon MGM Studios confirming that the search for the next actor to play 007 has begun. Even as the makers have not yet officially announced who will be playing the iconic role after Daniel Craig, several names have done the rounds over the last few months, with British actor Idris Elba frequently coming into the mix. (Also read: Who will be the next James Bond? Amazon MGM gives update on 007’s world after Daniel Craig) Idris Elba at the premiere of Masters of the Universe. (Photo by Andrew Park/Invision/AP) (AP Photo/Andrew Park) What Idris said The actor has now busted those rumours. Speaking to British GQ, he said, “It was never legit. It was always just a rumour. I’ve always felt that it’s not a realistic thing.” ‘Bond is so unrealistic’ He went on to add, “James Bond was written how he was written for a reason. But I was complimented by it. And also, I think, in realistic terms, some markets just don’t go …

Anushka Sharma once said Virat Kohli and she are ‘male and female versions of each other’ | Bollywood News

Anushka Sharma once said Virat Kohli and she are ‘male and female versions of each other’ | Bollywood News

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Virat Kohli and Royal Challengers Bengaluru did it again, lifting the IPL trophy for a second consecutive year. As celebrations erupted across social media, one post in particular captured fans’ hearts. Anushka Sharma shared a romantic photo featuring herself holding the trophy while planting a kiss on Virat Kohli’s forehead. She kept the caption simple, posting just three emojis symbolising love, peace, and gratitude. Virat responded with a heart emoji, and the post quickly went viral, garnering more than four million likes. While fans celebrated the couple’s unwavering support for one another, Anushka had once explained why their bond feels so effortless. According to her, they are essentially the same person. ‘We are the male and female versions of each other’ During the promotions of Sui Dhaaga, Anushka Sharma told Film Companion Studios: “We are both not so attached to what we do. The thought of what we do doesn’t arise in our minds. If we start thinking like that, then it would mean something is really wrong with our relationship. We are very simple …

Shefali Shah on raising two sons amid alpha male debate: Our daughters will be safe if our sons are raised right

Shefali Shah on raising two sons amid alpha male debate: Our daughters will be safe if our sons are raised right

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Shefali Shah shared her candid opinions about motherhood and parenting. The actor was in conversation with Lily Singh in her podcast, when she was asked about raising two sons, when so much debate about ‘alpha male’ is around in society. The actor spoke unapologetically about how she has tried to instill values in her sons and would hope that her sons turn out decent when they are older. (Also read: ‘Don’t have kids, just have dogs’: Shefali Shah shares an advice on marriage and children for young women) Shefali Shah has two sons: Aryaman Shah and Maurya Shah, from her marriage to director Vipul Amrutlal Shah. What Shefali said The actor has two sons: Aryaman Shah and Maurya Shah, from her marriage to director Vipul Amrutlal Shah. When Lilly asked about the constant noise on the ‘alpha male’ and ‘traditional wife’ narrative, the actor said, “Our daughters will be safe if our sons are raised right. I figured this one line which I told them, which I think works for everyone. You treat others the …

Jyotika says Ashwini Iyer Tiwari listened to her and Sonakshi Sinha ‘more than a male director would’ on System sets

Jyotika says Ashwini Iyer Tiwari listened to her and Sonakshi Sinha ‘more than a male director would’ on System sets

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It has been a long time coming, but Jyotika is back in Hindi films. The actor, who began her journey in cinema with a Hindi release in 1998, found success in Tamil cinema, only sporadically appearing in Hindi films. In 2024, she returned to Bollywood after over 25 years, and now, she is very prolific there, looking at her third Hindi film release in two years. The actor will soon be seen in System, Ashwini Iyer Tiwari’s legal drama, which also stars Sonakshi Sinha. Ahead of the film’s release, Jyotika speaks with Hindustan Times about the film, her role, and the experience of working on set with Ashwini. Jyotika and Sonakshi Sinha in a still from System. Jyotika on working with Ashwini Iyer Tiwari System marks the first collaboration between Jyotika, Sonakshi, and Ashwini. The veteran actor says the experience of working with a female director is ‘always comfortable’. “She listened to us, probably a little more than a male director would on a set,” she quips, with a smile. “There is more of a …

‘Dhurandhar’ Ranveer Singh Becomes The First Indian Male Star To Cross 3700 Crore Milestone Globally Post-COVID!

‘Dhurandhar’ Ranveer Singh Becomes The First Indian Male Star To Cross 3700 Crore Milestone Globally Post-COVID!

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Box Office: Ranveer Singh Becomes The First Indian Male Star To Cross 3700 Crore Worldwide Post-COVID ( Photo Credit – Jio Studios ) The tables have completely turned for Ranveer Singh, as the Dhurandhar franchise has brought him back into the limelight. While his talent and energy were always appreciated, the post-COVID phase tested him with back-to-back disappointments. Yes, Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani was a success, but it wasn’t a big money spinner. Finally, he made a roaring comeback with Dhurandhar, and with Dhurandhar 2, he reached the next level in the box office game. Ranveer Singh crosses 3700 crore post-COVID with the Dhurandhar franchise! As of now, Ranveer has been part of six theatrical releases in the post-COVID era, starting with 83. It grossed 184.36 crore globally. It was followed by Jayeshbhai Jordaar, which grossed 24.1 crore. Cirkus scored 39.6 crore, while Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani did business of 348.89 crore. Things changed completely with Dhurandhar, which grossed a whopping 1354.84 crore. His sixth release, Dhurandhar 2, is still running …