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Apex court dismisses plea to replace hanging with less painful execution methods

Apex court dismisses plea to replace hanging with less painful execution methods

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The Supreme Court on Tuesday dismissed a petition seeking to abolish the existing practice of executing death row convicts by hanging and replace it with less painful methods such as intravenous lethal injection, news agency PTI reported. A bench of Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta said its verdict would not prevent the Centre from undertaking a comprehensive review of the existing method of execution through an expert body. The review could examine whether any alternative method of execution better serves the constitutional objective of minimising unnecessary pain while preserving the dignity of a condemned prisoner. The bench delivered its verdict on a plea filed in 2017 by senior advocate Rishi Malhotra, seeking the removal of hanging as the prescribed mode of execution for death row convicts. The petition had sought the abolition of hanging and its replacement with less painful methods such as “intravenous lethal injection, shooting, electrocution or gas chamber”. During the arguments, Malhotra had submitted that at least an option should be given to a condemned prisoner to choose between hanging and …

‘You didn’t look like a hero’: Govinda recalls blunt advice to Salman Khan during painful phase, urged him to exercise

‘You didn’t look like a hero’: Govinda recalls blunt advice to Salman Khan during painful phase, urged him to exercise

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Actor Govinda recently recalled a conversation with Salman Khan before they began shooting for their 2007 film Partner, saying he advised the actor to work on himself during a difficult phase and told him he would go on to “rule” the film industry for a decade. Salman Khan and Govinda in a still from Partner. ‘Salman was going through a lot of pain’ In conversation with ANI, Govinda said Salman was dealing with “pain and distress” at the time and had become withdrawn. Govinda said he decided to speak to him and encouraged him to look beyond his personal troubles. “Salman was going through a lot of pain and distress. And when someone is troubled by himself, whether it is because of love, hopes, or expectations, there is no one else who can really cure that. So, he had become very withdrawn. I thought I should introduce him to Satya, so we sat together and had a drink. While we were drinking, I told him, “Salman, you’ve looked outward enough. Now look within yourself,” he …

Khatron Ke Khiladi 15: Karan Wahi reveals painful rubber bullet injuries after Gaurav Khanna, says season is ‘scariest’

Khatron Ke Khiladi 15: Karan Wahi reveals painful rubber bullet injuries after Gaurav Khanna, says season is ‘scariest’

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Just a day after the photos taken by television actor Gaurav Khanna about his injuries on Khatron Ke Khiladi 15 caused uproar about the intensity of the tasks, actor Karan Wahi, another contestant from the same show, himself revealed the bruises that he suffered following his participation in the rubber bullet stunt. In addition to the photos, the actor also recalled reasons for why the stunt show remains one of his most enjoyable experiences. Karan Wahi and Gaurav Khanna in a deadly task on Khatron Ke Khiladi 15. (Colors TV) Karan Wahi on his Khatron Ke Khiladi journey Posting pictures of his injuries on Instagram, Karan has stated that Khatron Ke Khiladi is very close to his heart because the show always challenges him to go above and beyond himself. “Khatron ke khiladi is by far my fav show. Not because I am a DareDevil or I like Adventure. I am scared of everything that the show makes you do. But I love it because it teaches me things about myself I never thought I …

‘Scars are still there’: Harshad Chopda opens up about painful past on Lock Upp 2 | Television News

‘Scars are still there’: Harshad Chopda opens up about painful past on Lock Upp 2 | Television News

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Actor Harshad Chopda landed in the bottom three on Saturday, putting him at risk of eviction. To save himself, the Bade Achhe Lagte Hain actor used his lifeline and revealed a deeply personal secret: he had once attempted to self-harm after his first girlfriend cheated on him. Recalling his first relationship, Harshad said he was 23 when his girlfriend, upset with him, called to say she was cheating on him with someone else to make him jealous. The incident left him deeply hurt, prompting him to engage in self-harm. He further added, “The scars are still there. Nothing happened after that. I woke up and started to panic. I had already injured my leg, so I could barely walk. The hospital was nearby, so I rushed there, but then the doctors said they would have to involve the police. I begged them, pleaded with them, and then it finally sank in. Then I promised never to harm myself again.” Also Read: Harshad Chopda on dealing with heartbreak for 16 years: ‘My girlfriend cheated on me’ …

Rajiv Thakur recalls ‘painful memories’ of growing up in poverty: ‘Felt like our home was a public toilet’

Rajiv Thakur recalls ‘painful memories’ of growing up in poverty: ‘Felt like our home was a public toilet’

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Comedian and actor Rajiv Thakur is known today for making audiences laugh with his comic timing. However, behind the laughter lies a childhood marked by extreme financial hardship. In a recent conversation with Vaibhav Munjal on his podcast, Rajiv opened up about growing up in poverty and recalled how cramped and difficult their living conditions were, saying their home often “felt like a public toilet”. Rajiv Thakur recalls growing up in poverty. Rajiv Thakur recalls growing up in poverty Talking about his life journey, Rajiv revealed that it began in circumstances he still finds difficult to revisit. He said people often advise comedians to turn their pain into stand-up material, but whenever he does that, the memories are so overwhelming that he ends up crying backstage after his performance. Rajiv said he rarely speaks about his early struggles and shared, “It was just like those old Hindi films. After my parents got married, my father was thrown out of the family home. Overnight, they went from living in a comfortable house to a single-room home. …

Dipika Kakar facing painful side effects after 2nd immunotherapy: ‘My body is adjusting’ | Television News

Dipika Kakar facing painful side effects after 2nd immunotherapy: ‘My body is adjusting’ | Television News

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Actress Dipika Kakar has been undergoing cancer treatment for over a year now. In June, she started with aggressive immunotherapy sessions to control recurrences of the cysts. While the actress had her first infusion last month, her second cycle happened on July 2. In her latest YouTube vlog, Dipika Kakar spoke about the challenging month she and the family had. From her father-in-law’s hospitalization to son Ruhaan’s emotional meltdown, Dipika called it a challenging phase. The Sasuraal Simar Ka actress also spoke about the side effects of immunotherapy. It was in May last year that actress Dipika Kakar was diagnosed with a tennis-ball-sized cancerous tumor in her liver. While the actress underwent surgery, 22 percent of her liver was removed along with the cyst. Unfortunately, early this year, Dipika had a second recurrence and had to undergo another surgery to remove the cysts. In April, Shoaib Ibrahim had shared that two new cysts were spotted on Dipika’s liver; however, they were too small to be treated. Following the third occurrence, Dipika had to take on …

Erika Kirk shares statement as Tyler Robinson’s hearing begins, ‘Painful reminder of his death…’

Erika Kirk shares statement as Tyler Robinson’s hearing begins, ‘Painful reminder of his death…’

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Erika Kirk has shared a statement on behalf of Charlie Kirk’s immediate family – his parents Robert and Kathryn, his sister Mary, and herself – as Tyler Robinson’s hearing began on Monday, July 6, in Utah. Robinson came face-to-face with Erika, and Charlie’s parents, for the first time since the assassination. Erika Kirk leaves the Fourth District Courthouse, Monday, July 6, 2026, in Provo, Utah, after a hearing for Tyler Robinson, accused in the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk. (AP Photo/Marielle Scott) (AP Photo/Marielle Scott) “Charlie was a beloved husband, son, brother, friend, and father. Every court proceeding serves as a painful reminder of his death and the loss that has irrevocably impacted our lives and the lives of his children,” reads the statement, shared by Erika on X. Also Read | Tyler Robinson seen grinning in court ‘just feet away from Erika Kirk’ as hearing begins | Video The statement added, “We remain deeply grateful for the support, prayers, and kindness we have received. This outpouring has sustained us during the darkest days of …

Vishnu Vishal says it’s ‘very painful’ to see Rajinikanth clarifying he’s not jealous of Vijay: ‘We are in such an era’

Vishnu Vishal says it’s ‘very painful’ to see Rajinikanth clarifying he’s not jealous of Vijay: ‘We are in such an era’

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Actor Vishnu Vishal spoke in an interview about how superstar Rajinikanth was forced to clarify his stance after Vijay won the Tamil Nadu elections. While addressing a comment directed at him for ‘crying’ in interviews, the actor said that even Rajinikanth isn’t immune to backlash on social media today. (Also Read: ‘Whenever I speak, it becomes a problem’: Rajinikanth hits back at trolls after controversy around his comments on Vijay) Vishnu Vishal recently spoke about how Rajinikanth had to clarify his stance on Vijay winning the elections. Vishnu Vishal on Rajinikanth and Vijay During an interview with the YouTube channel Rednool for promoting his upcoming film Gatta Kusthi 2, Vishal was read a tweet bashing him that read: “Of late, Vishnu comes for movie promotions. Cries in every interview. Claims he’s still unrecognised. Praises his movies. Then the movie releases. Gets bashed by everyone. Repeat.” The actor defended himself, stating that he has had only two setbacks recently with Lal Salaam (2024) and Aaryan (2025). He said the former film with Rajinikanth wasn’t what he …

What happened to Sean Hannity? Fox News host reveals ‘painful’ cause of ‘puffy face’ and ‘raspy voice’

What happened to Sean Hannity? Fox News host reveals ‘painful’ cause of ‘puffy face’ and ‘raspy voice’

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Sean Hannity’s recent appearances on Fox News left many viewers worried, with some noticing that the longtime host looked different with a puffy face and raspy voice. And Hannity has reassured viewers in his recent X post. Sean Hannity addresses fan concerns about his puffy face. (Getty Images via AFP) What happened to Sean Hannity? Fox News primetime host Sean Hannity addressed concerns from viewers who noticed his “puffy face” and “raspy voice” in recent appearances on his nightly broadcast. The comments sparked a response after Hannity appeared on his Tuesday, June 23, show with notably swollen features as he analyzed primary election night results out of New York and interviewed White House deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller. “Thanks to everyone who has checked in. I’ve already addressed this several times on my radio show, but while training, I developed a painful pinched nerve in my neck,” Hannity wrote on X on Wednesday, June 24. “My doctor put me on prednisone to reduce the inflammation, and while it’s helping, it led to laryngitis and …

Sonu Nigam reveals painful nerve condition ahead of concert: ‘May god give me strength’ | Bollywood News

Sonu Nigam reveals painful nerve condition ahead of concert: ‘May god give me strength’ | Bollywood News

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3 min readMumbaiJun 17, 2026 09:28 AM IST Sonu Nigam is gearing up for his Mumbai concert on June 27 despite battling a painful nerve condition. The singer took to Instagram on Monday to share a health update, revealing that he has been undergoing scans, physiotherapy and medication over the past week. However, he assured fans that he is doing everything possible to avoid cancelling the show, which marks his return to the stage after nearly six weeks. What Sonu said In a video shared on Instagram, Sonu showed bandages on his shoulder and said, “I have pinched nerves. I have been taking MRI and CT scans for a week. I have been taking a lot of medicines. Physiotherapy was very painful. I am taking painkillers now.” He added that he’s been prescribed muscle relaxants, which are also making his throat heavy. With the caption titled, “13th June, Mumbai (bandaged heart emoji),” Sonu revealed that he’d be performing after almost one-and-a-half months. “My confidence is already low because of that. And now, my throat is …