Author: Pratham Midha

Rajya Sabha Passes Historic Women's Reservation Bill Unanimously - Asiana Times

New Delhi- In a momentous development, the Rajya Sabha, India’s Upper House of Parliament, passed the Women’s Reservation Bill with an overwhelming majority. The historic legislation, aimed at enhancing gender equality and empowerment, received unanimous support from all 215 Members of Parliament present during the session. This landmark achievement marks a significant step forward in the journey towards gender equality and women’s empowerment in India.. The Women’s Reservation Bill had already secured a majority in the Lok Sabha, India’s Lower House, just one day prior to its triumphant passage in the Rajya Sabha. The Union Cabinet had given its clearance…

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Prisoners Flee Unattended Van, Police Suspensions Follow - Asiana Times

Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh: In a startling incident that unfolded on a seemingly ordinary Tuesday morning in the district of Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, three prisoners managed to escape from a police van while their custodians indulged in an unexpected tea break. The audacious escape, captured on camera, has left the police force red-faced and scrambling to bring the fugitives back into custody. The incident has resulted in the suspension of eight police officials, sparking outrage and demanding a comprehensive investigation into the embarrassing lapse in security. The escape occurred as the trio of undertrials was being transported to the Jhansi Railway…

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Alexa's Human-Like Conversations and Advanced New Features - Asiana Times

Amazon has unveiled a significant upgrade to its virtual assistant, Alexa, introducing advanced generative AI capabilities that promise to make interactions more natural and conversational. This groundbreaking development aims to transform the way users communicate with their Echo devices and opens the door to an array of innovative features. During its Fall 2024 launch event, Amazon showcased a range of new hardware devices, including Echo and Fire TV devices, all powered by the new large language model (LLM) optimized for voice interactions. More Natural Conversations Amazon’s new LLM-powered Alexa allows users to initiate interactions by simply saying, “Alexa, let’s chat.”…

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Man Succumbs to Acid Attack Over Black Magic - Asiana Times

In a shocking incident that has sent shockwaves through Maharashtra’s Jalna district, an elderly man named Shrirang Shejul, hailing from Mhasrul village under Jafrabad tehsil, fell victim to a horrifying acid attack. The brutal assault took place on September 1, and tragically, Shrirang Shejul breathed his last on September 18, after battling severe burns and excruciating pain. The perpetrators of this gruesome act, Nandu Shejul and Bhaskar Sable, both residents of Mhasrul village, have been identified and are the subjects of a police manhunt. While Nandu Shejul has been apprehended, Bhaskar Sable remains at large. The police have discovered acid…

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Delhi HC Safeguards Anil Kapoor's Persona and Rights - Asiana Times

New Delhi – In a recent development, the Delhi High Court has issued an order safeguarding the personality and publicity rights of Bollywood icon Anil Kapoor, effectively restraining individuals and entities from using his name, picture, voice, and signature without his consent for commercial purposes. Justice Prathiba M Singh presided over the case, responding to a plea made by Anil Kapoor. The actor sought protection against the unauthorized use of his name, acronym “AK,” voice, image, and various sobriquets associated with him, including “Lakhan,” “Mr. India,” “Nayak,” and the iconic catchphrase “Jhakaas,” all without his express permission for commercial gains.…

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Meta Unveils WhatsApp's Business Revolution: Game-Changer Features - Asiana Times

Meta has unveiled an array of new features for its renowned instant messaging platform, WhatsApp, specifically targeting businesses. Announced at the Conversations event in India today, these features are aimed at revolutionizing the way businesses interact with their customers on the platform. WhatsApp Flows: Bridging Businesses and Customers Among the highlighted features is WhatsApp Flows. This novel feature is designed to enhance the in-chat experience between businesses and their clientele. No longer do customers have to juggle between apps to complete a reservation, order their favorite meal, or check in for an imminent flight. With WhatsApp Flows, all these activities…

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Delhi HC Allows DU to Admit on CLAT Scores - Asiana Times

New Delhi- In a recent interim order, the Delhi High Court has granted permission to Delhi University (DU) to admit students into its newly-introduced five-year integrated law course for the current academic session based on their CLAT-UG 2022 scores. The decision was made to address the fact that other universities had already commenced their courses for the current academic year. The bench, consisting of Chief Justice Satish Chandra Sharma and Justice Sanjeev Narula, acknowledged that the ongoing academic year had started in various institutions and that this exceptional circumstance warranted an interim measure. However, the High Court emphasized that a…

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Foreign Women Involved: Sex Racket Uncovered in Lucknow - Asiana Times

Lucknow – A shocking revelation has sent shockwaves through the tranquil Alaknanda Enclave Apartment complex, an upscale residential area in Lucknow where several VIPs reside. The calm was shattered as a sex racket was uncovered in the vicinity of flat T2-104, leading to the apprehension of foreign women involved in the illicit trade. The incident, which transpired within the jurisdiction of the Sushant Golf City police station, has raised concerns about the police administration’s awareness of such activities taking place in a prominent area. Neighbors’ Suspicions Lead to Swift Police Response The scandal came to light due to suspicions raised…

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Toll Plaza Staff Assault Sparks Outrage in Haryana - Asiana Times

In a shocking incident that has recently surfaced on social media, toll plaza staff at the Bhigan Toll Plaza on the Delhi-Jammu National Highway-44 near Murthal in Sonipat, Haryana, were captured on video assaulting a man and his wife following a minor disagreement. The video, which is reported to be about three to four days old, has gone viral, drawing widespread outrage from the public. The distressing video shows toll plaza workers resorting to physical violence by using sticks to beat the man involved in the altercation. Disturbingly, when the man’s wife attempted to intervene and defuse the situation, she…

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Anju, Married to Pakistani Lover, Returns to India - Asiana Times

New Delhi: In a turn of events, Anju, an Indian national who had moved to Pakistan to marry her Facebook lover, is expected to return to India next month. Her decision to return stems from her deep longing to be with her two children, and it was confirmed by her Pakistani husband, Nasrullah, who expressed concerns about her mental well-being. Anju, who now goes by the name Fatima after converting to Islam, embarked on a life-altering journey in July of this year when she left India for Pakistan to marry Nasrullah, a 29-year-old resident of the Upper Dir district of…

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