Ayodhya Ram temple will have no chief priest as of now, says Champat Rai

Supreme Court's Directive on Digital KYC AccessibilityOn Wednesday, the Supreme Court of India mandated changes to the digital Know Your Customer (KYC) process to enhance accessibility for persons with disabilities, including those with visual impairments and facial disfigurements. The bench, led by Justices JB Pardiwala and R Mahadevan, emphasized that digital access is integral to the right to life under Article 21 of the Constitution, urging that all governmental and financial platforms be made universally...

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) are struggling at the bottom of the IPL table with only two wins in nine matches, facing Punjab Kings (PBKS) at Chepauk in a crucial match that could impact their playoff hopes. MS Dhoni's return as captain has not reversed CSK's fortunes, and they will rely on emerging players like Ayush Mhatre against a stronger PBKS lineup featuring in-form players like Yuzvendra Chahal and Marco Jansen. The pitch at MA Chidambaram...

Astrologer Sidhharrth S Kumaar forecasts significant growth for five zodiac signs between Akshay Tritiya 2025 and 2026. Leo will encounter leadership opportunities and personal breakthroughs, Taurus will focus on wealth creation and professional advancement, Sagittarius will benefit from new partnerships, and Gemini will experience personal development and increased visibility. Additionally, Libra is set for a cycle of spiritual growth and enhanced efficiency, aided by cosmic influences during this transformative period. Full Article

The Network Planning Group has initiated the Rishikesh bypass construction in Uttarakhand, evaluating an 11-km elevated section to enhance access without traffic junctions for routes towards Char Dhams. The project, costing approximately Rs 1,500 crore, includes a 6/4-lane elevated corridor and aims to alleviate projected traffic growth by providing direct access from Jolly Grant airport and eliminating railway crossings. Future phases of the project will involve five tunnels to further improve traffic management and capacity....

Pakistan's military has dismissed India's accusations linking it to the Pahalgam attack that killed 26 people, primarily tourists, asserting that India is sponsoring terrorism in Pakistan, particularly in Balochistan. Inter-Services Public Relations head Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry presented limited evidence, including the arrest of a suspect allegedly trained in India, while India has also accused Pakistan without disclosing evidence and has responded by suspending the Indus Waters Treaty and closing borders. This escalating tension...

Justice Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai Appointed as 52nd Chief Justice of India NEW DELHI: Justice Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai has been appointed the 52nd Chief Justice of India, succeeding Justice Sanjiv Khanna, and is set to take the oath of office on May 14, administered by President Droupadi Murmu. Born on November 24, 1960, in Amravati, Justice Gavai began his legal career in 1985 and has extensive experience in Constitutional and Administrative Law, serving as a judge...