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Twitter tells Tharoor-led parliamentary panel it follows strict data privacy
Twitter officials were asked questions by the panel led by Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Friday. Sources have said that the members asked about former employee Peiter Zatko's allegation and it clarified that the government did not force them to recruit their people in the company. The micro-blogging site also denied any data leak by the company.
Always wanted my name to be etched on people's hearts through my conduct, behaviour: CJI
In his address at his farewell event organised by the Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA), he said: "I may be remembered as a judge who heard the senior and the junior alike. As a judge, I always wanted my name to be etched on the hearts of the people through my conduct and behaviour, rather than case law and journals".
SC says freebies may push state towards bankruptcy, refers matter to 3-judge bench
A bench, headed by Chief Justice N.V. Ramana and comprising Justices Hima Kohli and C.T. Ravikumar said: "Freebies may create a situation wherein the state government cannot provide basic amenities due to lack of funds and the state is pushed towards imminent bankruptcy. In the same breath, we should remember that such freebies are extended utilising tax payers' money only for increasing the popularity of the party and electoral prospects."
CJI-designate promises year-round constitution bench, reforms in case listing, mentioning
In his address at the farewell function of Chief Justice N.V. Ramana organised by the Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA), Justice Lalit said he intends to make the listing of cases clear and transparent, a clear regime for mentioning urgent matters before respective benches, and one Constitution bench functioning throughout the year.
'I am sorry', CJI Ramana on not giving much attention to issues with listing of cases
Justice Ramana said, "Let all of us march forward with the discussion and dialogue in the process of giving speedy and affordable justice to the common mana," and he would not be either the first or the last to make contribution towards the development of the institution. He said the people will come and go, but the institution remains forever, and emphasized on protecting the credibility of the institution, important to command respect from the people and the society.
India reports 10,256 new Covid cases, 68 deaths
The nationwide death toll has now increased to 5,27,556. The active caseload dipped to 90,707, accounting for 0.20 per cent of the country's total positive cases. The recovery of 13,528 patients in the last 24 hours took the cumulative tally to 4,37,70,913. Consequently, India's recovery rate stands at 98.61 per cent.
SC frames legal questions on issues relating to freebies, refers case to 3-judge bench
On August 24, the Supreme Court queried the Central government, why it can't form a committee to examine the impact of freebies promised by political parties to induce voters, and also the government can call for an all-party meeting to examine the issue.
In a first, Supreme Court live streams proceedings
"Please take notice that on the eve of laying down the office of the Chief Justice of India, the proceedings of the Hon'ble Chief Justice Court i.e., Ceremonial Bench on August 26, 2022, 10.30 a.m. onwards shall be live streamed through the NIC Webcast portal," said a notice issued by the apex court, adding that the link could also be accessed from the website of the Supreme Court of India.
Indian nationals issued largest number of UK visas
India has now overtaken China as the largest nationality being issued sponsored Study visas in the UK. The UK continues to be a popular destination for Indian holidaymakers too. Indian nationals accounted for the highest proportion (28 per cent) of Visitor visas granted.
Top scientist Samir V. Kamat new DRDO chief
The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet approved the appointment of Kamat as Secretary, Defence Research and Development, and DRDO Charman, from the date of his joining till he reaches the age of 60, or till further orders, whichever is earlier, and also the appointment of Reddy as Scientific Adviser to the Defence Minister.
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