Bombay High Court Orders Maharashtra Cop to Pay Rs 2 Lakh for Illegal Arrest

The Bombay High Court has ordered a Maharashtra Police officer to pay Rs 2 lakh to a man who was wrongfully arrested. Another police constable, the complainant in the case, was told to pay Rs 50,000 to his brother-in-law. The court found the arrest illegal because the charges were wrong and proper procedure was not followed. The case involved defamation and wrongful detention during a family dispute over marital cruelty.

By Vishal Kumar

Fintech Companies Face Government Action Over Unauthorised PAN Card Access

India has ordered fintech companies to stop using PAN cards without permission to create customer profiles or access personal information. This move, led by the Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre (I4C), comes in response to growing concerns over the misuse of PAN data and follows the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023. The goal is to protect citizens' data and ensure that companies get proper consent before using personal details.

By Vishal Kumar

The Hidden Dangers of Early Retirement, According to Zerodha Founder Nithin Kamath

Zerodha founder Nithin Kamath warns that the Financial Independence, Retire Early (FIRE) movement overlooks hidden costs. While saving aggressively is important, Kamath points out the financial and emotional challenges of retiring early. He also suggests that the formula for building a nest egg might not be realistic because of rising future expenses, emergencies, and the psychological effects of early retirement.

By Avi G

Amazon to Require Full-Time Office Attendance: Workers Told to Leave if Unhappy

Amazon is requiring employees to work from the office five days a week starting in January. AWS CEO Matt Garman said that in-person collaboration is crucial for innovation. Employees who don’t want to return to the office are encouraged to find another job. While some workers are on board, many are frustrated by the added commute time and stress, questioning if it’s more effective than remote work.

By Avi G

Three Dead as Bullet Train Bridge Crumbles in Gujarat’s Anand District

Three labourers lost their lives after a bridge under construction for the bullet train project collapsed in Anand, Gujarat. The fire department managed to rescue two workers, but one died later in the hospital. An investigation is underway to figure out what caused the collapse. The bridge is part of the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train Project, designed to connect the two cities with high-speed rail.

By Avi G

Wine Merchants Demand Action as Karnataka Excise Minister Faces Corruption Allegations

The Karnataka Wine Merchants’ Association has accused state Excise Minister RB Thimmapur and his department of widespread corruption, including bribery for officer transfers and the illegal issuance of liquor licenses. A letter sent to top officials claims that Rs 16 crore was collected for transfers and that up to 1,000 illegal licenses were granted, generating hundreds of crores in corruption.

By Avi G

Mumbai Candidate’s Appeal Rejected for Late Submission of Election Documents

The Bombay High Court rejected Aakifahmed Dafedar's challenge against the rejection of his nomination for the Bandra West seat in the Maharashtra Assembly elections. The court said Dafedar submitted his nomination late and didn’t provide key information, including details about his criminal record and financial status.

By Avi G

Andhra Pradesh Adopts Netherlands’ Gravity Canal System for Flood Control

Andhra Pradesh’s capital city, Amaravati, is adopting the Netherlands' gravity canal system for flood control. The initiative, announced by the Capital Region Development Authority (CRDA), aims to prevent flooding by constructing gravity canal reservoirs. This project is part of a larger infrastructure upgrade, with the World Bank contributing Rs 15,000 crore, contingent on effective flood prevention measures. The CRDA is also inviting fresh tenders for various development projects.

By Vishal Kumar

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