DIFFERENT SURNAMES
Don't Believe Rumors: IRCTC highlights three important rules for booking train ticket
IRCTC swiftly debunks false social media claims about train ticket booking rules, clarifying that booking with different surnames won't result in penalties. Users can book tickets for friends and family using personal IDs, with clear guidelines on limits and usage. IRCTC warns against spreading misinformation and affirms commitment to transparent and guideline-compliant services for all rail passengers.
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State-owned Punjab & Sind Bank has signed an initial agreement with the Indian Army on defence salary package which will come with a host of facilities, including free insurance cover.
Fact Check: IRCTC clears false claims about e-tickets bookings; All you need to know
The spokesperson said up to 12 tickets per month can be booked from an individual's account and if the account-holder is Aadhar-authenticated, he can book 24 tickets per month, provided at least one of the travellers on each ticket is also Aadhar-authenticated.
What does it take to be Osama bin Laden’s son?
Omar bin Laden who is the son of a dreaded terrorist has condemned the 9/11 attacks and has been trying to move on ever since. In an interview, he shares his views on different topics and explains how is he on the path to recovery and the support he has received from people.
Chinese robot developers hope for road out of 'uncanny valley'
The wide, slightly frantic eyes left no doubt the technology was firmly in "uncanny valley" territory. Around 30 companies displayed bionic hands, flickering faces and bipedal robots that stomped around the room, steadying themselves when demonstrators knocked them off balance.
How the Patnaiks, despite being 2% of Odisha's population, ruled the state for 45 years, and maybe beyond
As Odisha undergoes polling for the assembly elections, Naveen Patnaik, the incumbent Chief Minister, is aiming to secure his sixth term in office. The Patnaiks have remained the most influential force in Odisha's political and economic landscape.Across the span of 77 years since Independence, just three individuals from two Patnaik families - Janaki Ballav (JB), Biju, and the latter's son Naveen - have collectively governed the state as chief ministers for 45 years. While these three have led Odisha for 47 years, the remaining 32 years have seen governance by 11 other leaders.
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Indifference marks Barak Valley's response to CAA applications as Assam polls near
The Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) in Assam's Barak valley has been met with indifferent responses from intending applicants, who are more concerned about getting their names cleared from the foreigner's tribunal and abolition of detention camps. The Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 2019, was implemented in March to fast-track citizenship for undocumented non-Muslim migrants from Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan who came to India before December 31, 2014.
NRC factor likely to play out in Assam second phase of Lok Sabha elections
Assam's second-phase election dynamics are deeply influenced by NRC challenges, CAA applications, and diverse exclusions, shaping voter sentiments and political strategies across constituencies.
Only one person applied for Indian citizenship under CAA: Assam CM Himanta Sarma
Sarma in an interview to a local television channel said around 7 lakh Muslims and 5 lakh Hindu-Bengalis were left out of the NRC list. “Many Hindu-Bengalis had come at different points of time and stayed at refugee camps however when they applied for inclusion in NRC, they submitted a stamped paper as proof of having stayed at such camps. But, Prateek Hajela (former NRC state coordinator) did not accept the paper. As a result, names of many Hindu-Bengalis were not included in the NRC.”
Rahul Gandhi should step aside if Congress does not get desired poll results: Prashant Kishor
Kishor suggests Rahul Gandhi step back if Congress falters in polls, criticizing his leadership approach. Gandhi's resistance to delegation despite past failures is seen as anti-democratic and detrimental to the party's success.
With China EV launch, Xiaomi's 'Thor' takes on Elon Musk
Xiaomi's Lei Jun challenges Tesla with the SU7 car, inspired by Musk's strategy. Dubbed "Thor," Lei's marketing approach draws attention similar to Musk. With Beijing support, Xiaomi competes in China's EV market with an affordable offering.
About three-six lakh people will apply for Indian citizenship under CAA in Assam: Himanta Biswa Sarma
Sarma said that while many Hindu-Bengalis who had applied for inclusion in NRC will submit applications under the Citizenship (Amendment) Act 2019, many others will take legal recourse as they will have to approach the tribunal to get their names cleared.
Women changing surname legally after marriage: Advantages, disadvantages
International Women's day 2024: Women in India commonly change their surnames after marriage. However, while making a change legally in all their official and other documents, there are certain pros and cons that must be considered. Changing surname in official documents entail huge one-time effort while providing lots of documents and affidavits. Read on to know the advantages and disadvantages of legally changing surname after marriage.
Asif Ali Zardari emerges from Benazir's shadow to be Pakistan's president for 2nd time
Asif Ali Zardari, known for his skill in striking political alliances, became president of Pakistan for the second time. He faced challenges after his wife Benazir Bhutto's assassination but managed to keep the Pakistan Peoples Party united and focused on reconciliatory politics. His son Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari carried forward the slogan 'democracy is the best revenge'.
View: How titles helped the British monarchy thrive
The British TV serials Yes Minister and Yes Prime Minister were a hit in India. Sunil Mittal of Bharti Enterprises received an honorary knighthood, raising questions about Indian citizens accepting British titles post-independence. The British Empire used titles to reward and bind Indian rulers.
Here’s how Meghan Markle reacted to King Charles Cancer diagnosis
Despite recent health concerns surrounding King Charles, the Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle, is reluctant to return to the UK. Markle, whose time in the country has been marked by turbulence, reportedly harbors aversion to revisiting what she views as distressing memories.
'Modi surname remark': Attitude of Rahul Gandhi reveals arrogant entitlement; doesn't deserves stay on conviction, complainant to Supreme Court
Rahul Gandhi has shown arrogance rather than being apologetic over his remarks and his attitude ranked as insensitivity to an offended community and contempt for the law, the apex court was informed.
Rahul Gandhi moves Supreme Court against Gujarat HC order; says, “if relief not granted, will lose 8 years of career”
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has e-filed an appeal in the Supreme Court challenging a Gujarat High Court order that refused to stay the sentencing order by a Surat trial court. The appeal said, “if the relief is not granted to the petitioner, then he will lose eight years of his career.”
How the 'Rahul risk' puts the Congress in jeopardy before Lok Sabha polls
The Congress party, facing a tough battle ahead of next year's general election, is reeling after the Gujarat high court rejected Rahul Gandhi's plea to stay his conviction for criminal defamation. Under Indian law, a lawmaker sentenced to more than two years is disqualified. Rahul will appeal to the Supreme Court.
'Modi' surname case: Patna HC stays trial court order against Rahul Gandhi
Advocate Ansul, who appeared for Rahul Gandhi, argued that once the petitioner has been tried and convicted by the lower court below in Surat (Gujarat) for the same offence -- for his public statement on the surname 'Modi' -- the present prosecution in this state for the same offence cannot proceed any further.
Modi govt scared of JPC probe into Adani issue, alleges Congress; says MVA intact despite differences on Savarkar
Khera accused the Modi government of showing a special favour to the Adani group. "Adani was given a loan from the SBI (State Bank of India). Prime Minister Narendra Modi pressured the Sri Lankan government to award power sector contracts in that country to him. Modi lobbied for Adani to get the power supply contract in Bangladesh. LIC (Life Insurance Corporation) investors were forced to invest their money in Adani's company," the Congress leader claimed.
Mother being natural guardian of child has right to decide surname: Supreme Court
"A surname refers to the name a person shares with other members of that person's family, distinguished from that person's given name or names; a family name. Surname is not only indicative of lineage and should not be understood just in the context of history, culture, and lineage but more importantly, the role it plays with regard to the social reality along with a sense of being for children in their particular environment. Homogeneity of surnames emerges as a mode to create, sustain and display 'family'," the bench said.
A hastily passed ordinance makes it harder for people in Goa to change their names
This time the ordinance decreed that name change in Goa could only be done by people whose parents or grandparents' births were registered in Goa. And the power for approval is no longer with the registrar, but the district judge.
Surnames of children different from mine in documents. How to transfer my property to them?
Once the property is transferred to a beneficiary by a will, the beneficiary becomes the absolute owner, says our expert. Here are other queries on estate planning from our readers.
Kamala Harris, Dr. Fauci feature on ‘Famous Names Most Mispronounced’ list
Are our mispronunciations not as important as those of others?
It’s mostly ‘well-trained vs surname’ fight in Congress
The exit of Scindia is only the latest in a series of such younger leaders either leaving the party or sulking publicly: Ashok Tanwar, Alpesh Thakur, Mausam Noor, Ashok Chowdhury, Navjot Singh Sidhu, Pradyot Deb Barman, Sanjay Nirupam and Milind Deora.
There must be enough civility for differing streams to hear each other: PM Modi
"There must be a constant and continuous dialogue between individuals and organisations irrespective of one's thought process," he said.
Now, surnames matter less in politics: Arun Jaitley
Taking a dig at politics of dynasty, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley today said times have changed and now surnames do not seem to matter in politics.
Rajasthan government should clarify stand on dispute over Meena surname: Congress
Narain Meena today demanded clarification from the Rajasthan govt on its stand over the legal dispute regarding the surname of the Meena community.
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