Why do Calcutta High Court judges still wear colonial-era wigs?
At the swearing-in ceremony of West Bengal Governor RN Ravi, Chief Justice Sujoy Paul wore a colonial-era wig and robe. The HCs of Calcutta, Madras and Bombay were established pre-independence, so their ceremonies are linked to the British. Indian courts continued with British-era traditions to mark hierarchy, said lawyer Sanjay Ghose. Barring Calcutta HC, most courts discontinued this tradition.
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10:51 am Saturday, 14 March, 2026
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At the swearing-in ceremony of West Bengal Governor RN Ravi, Chief Justice Sujoy Paul wore a colonial-era wig and robe. The HCs of Calcutta, Madras and Bombay were established pre-independence, so their ceremonies are linked to the British. Indian courts continued with British-era traditions to mark hierarchy, said lawyer Sanjay Ghose. Barring Calcutta HC, most courts discontinued this tradition.
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US Embassy in Iraq's capital hit by suicide drone
A suicide drone struck a helipad inside the US Embassy compound in Iraq's capital Baghdad. A video has surfaced showing fire and smoke rising over the embassy on Saturday morning. The embassy complex is one of the largest US diplomatic facilities in the world. Hours before the attack, the embassy warned that Iran-aligned militias are targeting US citizens and infrastructure.
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News By: Bhawana Chaudhary
10:49 am Saturday, 14 March, 2026
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A suicide drone struck a helipad inside the US Embassy compound in Iraq's capital Baghdad. A video has surfaced showing fire and smoke rising over the embassy on Saturday morning. The embassy complex is one of the largest US diplomatic facilities in the world. Hours before the attack, the embassy warned that Iran-aligned militias are targeting US citizens and infrastructure.
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Iran may let oil tankers trading in Chinese yuan cross Strait of Hormuz: Report
Iran may allow a limited number of oil tankers to cross the Strait of Hormuz if their cargo is traded in Chinese yuan, CNN reported, citing a senior official. Most of the world's oil is traded in US dollars except for some sanctioned Russian oil, which trades in roubles/yuan. Recently, an Indian-bound LPG tanker was allowed to cross the strait.
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10:45 am Saturday, 14 March, 2026
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Iran may allow a limited number of oil tankers to cross the Strait of Hormuz if their cargo is traded in Chinese yuan, CNN reported, citing a senior official. Most of the world's oil is traded in US dollars except for some sanctioned Russian oil, which trades in roubles/yuan. Recently, an Indian-bound LPG tanker was allowed to cross the strait.
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16-year-old Mayank Chakraborty becomes India's 1st chess Grandmaster from Northeast
Mayank Chakraborty has become India's 94th Grandmaster and the first from the Northeast. The 16-year-old, hailing from Assam, bagged his third and final GM norm at the Hotel Stockholm North by First Hotels Young Talents tournament in Sweden. Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma congratulated Mayank, calling it "a proud moment for Assam". Mayank is ranked 55th in India.
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11:10 am Saturday, 14 March, 2026
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Mayank Chakraborty has become India's 94th Grandmaster and the first from the Northeast. The 16-year-old, hailing from Assam, bagged his third and final GM norm at the Hotel Stockholm North by First Hotels Young Talents tournament in Sweden. Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma congratulated Mayank, calling it "a proud moment for Assam". Mayank is ranked 55th in India.
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Had Nehru been alive, he would've made Kanshi Ram UP CM, says Rahul Gandhi; Mayawati reacts
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi claimed on Friday that if former PM Jawaharlal Nehru had been alive, he would've made Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) founder Kanshi Ram the Uttar Pradesh CM. BSP chief and ex-UP CM Mayawati slammed Rahul's remarks, stating when Congress was in power, they didn't even declare a single day of national mourning when Kanshi Ram passed away.
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News By: Jayant Singh
11:29 am Saturday, 14 March, 2026
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Congress leader Rahul Gandhi claimed on Friday that if former PM Jawaharlal Nehru had been alive, he would've made Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) founder Kanshi Ram the Uttar Pradesh CM. BSP chief and ex-UP CM Mayawati slammed Rahul's remarks, stating when Congress was in power, they didn't even declare a single day of national mourning when Kanshi Ram passed away.
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Video shows people partying inside temple in Gujarat, 10 priests suspended
A video showing some people partying inside the premises of the Ambaji Temple on Girnar Hill in Gujarat and allegedly consuming non-vegetarian food has sparked outrage. Reacting to the video, the Junagadh SP said 10 priests have been suspended for "breach of sanctity", and strict legal action will be taken against them. Police have deployed security at Girnar, he added.
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11:42 am Saturday, 14 March, 2026
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A video showing some people partying inside the premises of the Ambaji Temple on Girnar Hill in Gujarat and allegedly consuming non-vegetarian food has sparked outrage. Reacting to the video, the Junagadh SP said 10 priests have been suspended for "breach of sanctity", and strict legal action will be taken against them. Police have deployed security at Girnar, he added.
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What is the process to remove CEC as Opposition moves motion against Gyanesh Kumar?
Trinamool Congress submitted an impeachment notice against CEC Gyanesh Kumar. The Lok Sabha Speaker and Rajya Sabha Chairman will first examine the notice. If accepted, they'll form three-member committee to probe the charges. If prima facie case is found, both Houses must pass the motion with a special majority. Removal is allowed only on two grounds- proven misbehaviour or incapacity.
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News By: Girish Kumar Anshul
11:38 am Saturday, 14 March, 2026
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Trinamool Congress submitted an impeachment notice against CEC Gyanesh Kumar. The Lok Sabha Speaker and Rajya Sabha Chairman will first examine the notice. If accepted, they'll form three-member committee to probe the charges. If prima facie case is found, both Houses must pass the motion with a special majority. Removal is allowed only on two grounds- proven misbehaviour or incapacity.
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11:38 am Saturday, 14 March, 2026
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North Korea fires suspected missile towards sea
North Korea launched a suspected ballistic missile towards the sea on Saturday, Japan and South Korea have confirmed. The launch of the projectile, which was reportedly fired towards the Sea of Japan, comes as US and South Korea carried out military drills. It appears to have fallen outside Japan's exclusive economic zone, Japanese broadcaster NHK reported, citing defence ministry sources.
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News By: Medhaa Gupta
11:33 am Saturday, 14 March, 2026
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North Korea launched a suspected ballistic missile towards the sea on Saturday, Japan and South Korea have confirmed. The launch of the projectile, which was reportedly fired towards the Sea of Japan, comes as US and South Korea carried out military drills. It appears to have fallen outside Japan's exclusive economic zone, Japanese broadcaster NHK reported, citing defence ministry sources.
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11:33 am Saturday, 14 March, 2026
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Indian Navy escorted India-bound LPG tanker through Strait of Hormuz
Indian-bound LPG tanker Shivalik crossed the Strait of Hormuz under escort from the Indian Navy, Reuters reported citing two sources. Second India-bound vessel, Nanda Devi, is expected to clear in the next few hours, Reuters reported. Iran has said Indian ships will be given safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
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News By: Ankush Verma
11:56 am Saturday, 14 March, 2026
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Indian-bound LPG tanker Shivalik crossed the Strait of Hormuz under escort from the Indian Navy, Reuters reported citing two sources. Second India-bound vessel, Nanda Devi, is expected to clear in the next few hours, Reuters reported. Iran has said Indian ships will be given safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
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Your leaders are on Epstein island: Iran as US says 'Iran leaders hiding like rats'
Amid the ongoing US-Israel-Iran war, US War Secretary Pete Hegseth said Iran's leadership isn't in good shape. He said, "Desperate and hiding, they've gone underground...That's what rats do." Responding to it, Ali Larijani, secretary of the Iranian Supreme National Security Council, said, "Mr Hegseth! Our leaders have been, and still are, among the people. But your leaders? On Epstein's island!"
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News By: Girish Kumar Anshul
11:51 am Saturday, 14 March, 2026
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Amid the ongoing US-Israel-Iran war, US War Secretary Pete Hegseth said Iran's leadership isn't in good shape. He said, "Desperate and hiding, they've gone underground...That's what rats do." Responding to it, Ali Larijani, secretary of the Iranian Supreme National Security Council, said, "Mr Hegseth! Our leaders have been, and still are, among the people. But your leaders? On Epstein's island!"
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Sonam Wangchuk to be released from jail after 6 months, govt revokes detention
Government has decided to revoke the detention of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk with immediate effect under National Security Act. Wangchuk was detained and lodged in Jodhpur jail for nearly six months after protests for statehood in Ladakh turned violent in September 2025. Wangchuk has already undergone nearly half of the period of detention under the said act, said government.
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12:14 pm Saturday, 14 March, 2026
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Government has decided to revoke the detention of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk with immediate effect under National Security Act. Wangchuk was detained and lodged in Jodhpur jail for nearly six months after protests for statehood in Ladakh turned violent in September 2025. Wangchuk has already undergone nearly half of the period of detention under the said act, said government.
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Video shows Calcutta High Court Chief Justice swearing in RN Ravi as WB Governor
Calcutta HC Chief Justice Sujoy Paul swore in former Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi as the new Governor of West Bengal. A video of the ceremony was widely shared online, with BJP's Baijayant Jay Panda raising questions about CJ Paul's attire. He listed British traditions that have been discontinued and wrote, "Symbolism is important to change mindsets and cherish Indianness."
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12:23 pm Saturday, 14 March, 2026
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Calcutta HC Chief Justice Sujoy Paul swore in former Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi as the new Governor of West Bengal. A video of the ceremony was widely shared online, with BJP's Baijayant Jay Panda raising questions about CJ Paul's attire. He listed British traditions that have been discontinued and wrote, "Symbolism is important to change mindsets and cherish Indianness."
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China posts AI video mocking Trump's ‘Shield of the Americas' plan
China's embassy in the US posted and later removed an AI-generated video mocking US President Donald Trump's "Shield of the Americas" plan. In the video, a bald eagle can be seen trapping doves symbolising Latin American nations in cage, saying security may come with "little control". The video surfaced days after Trump's Florida summit on regional security and China's influence.
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12:33 pm Saturday, 14 March, 2026
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China's embassy in the US posted and later removed an AI-generated video mocking US President Donald Trump's "Shield of the Americas" plan. In the video, a bald eagle can be seen trapping doves symbolising Latin American nations in cage, saying security may come with "little control". The video surfaced days after Trump's Florida summit on regional security and China's influence.
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Top Trump official asked 'Is it a shame that US let Russia sell oil to India?', he responds
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent was asked, "You issued a 30-day waiver on Indian refiners who had been prevented from buying Russian oil...Is it a shame that Russia benefits?" Responding to this, Bessent said, "It's an inevitability...It is a quick source for Indian refineries...It is unfortunate and we hope that it will be...in a micro period that they will benefit."
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News By: Ankush Verma
12:59 pm Saturday, 14 March, 2026
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US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent was asked, "You issued a 30-day waiver on Indian refiners who had been prevented from buying Russian oil...Is it a shame that Russia benefits?" Responding to this, Bessent said, "It's an inevitability...It is a quick source for Indian refineries...It is unfortunate and we hope that it will be...in a micro period that they will benefit."
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Indian AI researcher Devendra Chaplot joins Elon Musk's xAI & SpaceX
Indian AI researcher Devendra Chaplot announced that he's joining xAI and SpaceX where he'll be working "closely" with billionaire Elon Musk and the team to build superintelligence. The IIT Bombay graduate was previously part of the Founding Team at Thinking Machines Lab and the Founding Team at Mistral AI. Notably, several of xAI's co-founders have recently left the AI startup.
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12:56 pm Saturday, 14 March, 2026
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Indian AI researcher Devendra Chaplot announced that he's joining xAI and SpaceX where he'll be working "closely" with billionaire Elon Musk and the team to build superintelligence. The IIT Bombay graduate was previously part of the Founding Team at Thinking Machines Lab and the Founding Team at Mistral AI. Notably, several of xAI's co-founders have recently left the AI startup.
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Trump shares pic comparing Obama’s negotiations with Iran to his own
Amid the escalating war with Iran, US President Donald Trump shared a photo comparing former US President Barack Obama's negotiations with Iran with his own approach. The image showed Obama with stacks of cash while Iranian leaders stood before him smiling. In contrast, Trump shared a photo of himself alongside warplanes carrying out attacks on Iran.
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News By: Girish Kumar Anshul
12:54 pm Saturday, 14 March, 2026
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Amid the escalating war with Iran, US President Donald Trump shared a photo comparing former US President Barack Obama's negotiations with Iran with his own approach. The image showed Obama with stacks of cash while Iranian leaders stood before him smiling. In contrast, Trump shared a photo of himself alongside warplanes carrying out attacks on Iran.
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'Transgenders' to get new definition as Centre moves Bill
The Centre introduced Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Bill, 2026, on Friday aiming to redefine "transgender persons". The Bill hopes to omit the clause that allowed "self-perceived gender identity". "The purpose was and is not to protect each and every class of persons with various gender identities, self-perceived sex, gender identities or gender fluidities," the draft said.
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01:12 pm Saturday, 14 March, 2026
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The Centre introduced Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Bill, 2026, on Friday aiming to redefine "transgender persons". The Bill hopes to omit the clause that allowed "self-perceived gender identity". "The purpose was and is not to protect each and every class of persons with various gender identities, self-perceived sex, gender identities or gender fluidities," the draft said.
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Trump govt to get $10 bn fee for brokering TikTok deal: Report
US President Donald Trump's administration will generate around $10 billion for brokering the recently completed TikTok deal, according to the Wall Street Journal, citing people familiar with the matter. The administration has defended the massive fee, saying it's justified given Trump's role in keeping TikTok in the US. Investors have already paid $2.5 billion to the Treasury Department.
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01:01 pm Saturday, 14 March, 2026
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US President Donald Trump's administration will generate around $10 billion for brokering the recently completed TikTok deal, according to the Wall Street Journal, citing people familiar with the matter. The administration has defended the massive fee, saying it's justified given Trump's role in keeping TikTok in the US. Investors have already paid $2.5 billion to the Treasury Department.
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01:01 pm Saturday, 14 March, 2026
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Microsoft top Office executive Rajesh Jha to retire after 35+ yrs
Microsoft Executive Vice President Rajesh Jha will retire in July after over 35 years at the company. Jha oversaw Microsoft's Experiences and Devices group, which includes services such as Office apps and Copilot tools. Under Jha's leadership, Microsoft brought AI models from OpenAI and Anthropic into Copilot. "Jha embodies commitment that helped...transform Microsoft," CEO Satya Nadella said.
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News By: Neeraja Nath
01:28 pm Saturday, 14 March, 2026
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Microsoft Executive Vice President Rajesh Jha will retire in July after over 35 years at the company. Jha oversaw Microsoft's Experiences and Devices group, which includes services such as Office apps and Copilot tools. Under Jha's leadership, Microsoft brought AI models from OpenAI and Anthropic into Copilot. "Jha embodies commitment that helped...transform Microsoft," CEO Satya Nadella said.
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Who won what at BCCI's annual awards?
The BCCI announced winners of its annual awards for the 2024-25 season. Shubman Gill won the Polly Umrigar Award for best international men’s cricketer, while Smriti Mandhana was named best international women’s cricketer. Roger Binny, Rahul Dravid and Mithali Raj will receive lifetime achievement honours. Meanwhile, Harshit Rana won the Best Men's International Debut award.
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01:28 pm Saturday, 14 March, 2026
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The BCCI announced winners of its annual awards for the 2024-25 season. Shubman Gill won the Polly Umrigar Award for best international men’s cricketer, while Smriti Mandhana was named best international women’s cricketer. Roger Binny, Rahul Dravid and Mithali Raj will receive lifetime achievement honours. Meanwhile, Harshit Rana won the Best Men's International Debut award.
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