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Five individuals arrested for the forcible eviction of Nepali students from hostels at Odisha's Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) have been granted bail. Those arrested include senior university officials Sibananda Mishra, Pratap Kumar Chamupaty, and Sudhir Kumar Rath, along with two security guards. Their arrests followed protests by Nepali students after the death of fellow student Prakriti Lamsal, who was found dead in her hostel room on February 16, with claims of harassment by another student. As negotiations with protesters broke down, the students were ordered to vacate, leading to allegations of manhandling during the eviction and claims that students were left stranded at Cuttack railway station. Meanwhile, another student, Advik Srivastava, has been arrested for allegedly abetting Lamsal's suicide. The Odisha government has established a high-level committee to investigate the circumstances of her death. 
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Feb 19 2025, 12 am ISTeznews.inThe Bombay High Court has upheld a five-year prison sentence for a former Lieutenant Colonel convicted of sexually assaulting an 11-year-old girl, rejecting his plea to annul the court martial order. The court highlighted the victim's clear testimony, demonstrating her understanding of inappropriate behavior, particularly after the accused touched her thigh and solicited a kiss shortly after meeting her. The General Court Martial (GCM) found him guilty of aggravated sexual assault under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act in March 2021. The High Court dismissed the accused's claims of innocent intent, emphasizing that the victim immediately reported the incident to her father. The bench found no errors in the GCM's findings or in the Armed Forces Tribunal's confirmation of the sentence, stating that the accused's fundamental rights were not violated and that the evidence was properly considered.
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Feb 19 2025, 12 am ISTeznews.inA rare celestial event known as a planetary parade is set for its grand finale on February 28, when all seven planets of our solar system will align in the night sky. This phenomenon, described by scientists as infrequent, follows the alignment of Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune that occurred between January 21 and 29. The last time all seven planets will align until 2040, this event is characterized by planets gathering closely on one side of the Sun. While they will appear to line up along the ecliptic, their orbits in three-dimensional space prevent a perfect straight line. To observe the parade, stargazers are advised to find dark areas away from city lights; Mars will be visible in the east, with other planets scattered across the sky. Clear weather will allow most planets to be seen with the naked eye, while a telescope may be needed for Neptune and Uranus.
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Feb 19 2025, 12 am ISTeznews.inA 30-year-old man from Bengaluru, Abhishek MR, has been awarded Rs 65,000 in damages after suing PVR Cinemas, INOX, and BookMyShow for wasting 25 minutes of his time with lengthy commercials before a screening of 'Sam Bahadur'. He claimed that after booking tickets for a 4.05 pm show, the film did not start until 4.30 pm due to advertisements, disrupting his schedule and causing "mental agony." The consumer court ruled that the delay constituted unfair trade practices, stating, "time is considered as money." PVR and INOX were ordered to pay Rs 50,000 for the unfair practice, Rs 5,000 for mental distress, and Rs 10,000 for legal costs, alongside a Rs 1 lakh penalty. However, BookMyShow was not held liable as it merely facilitates ticket bookings. The court emphasized that public service announcements should be screened closer to the film's start time, not before.
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Feb 18 2025, 10 pm ISTeznews.inIn New Delhi, the repercussions of Donald Trump’s second term as US President are significantly affecting India, particularly through deportations and tariffs. Over 300 undocumented Indians have been repatriated via military aircraft, while new tariffs of 25% on steel and aluminium are set to challenge Indian exports. Nadir Godrej, Managing Director of Godrej Industries, suggested that while these tariffs may impact some businesses, their overall effect could be limited, as Indian exports to the US represent a small percentage of total business. Trump’s strategy of imposing reciprocal tariffs aims to pressure countries like India, which he has labeled a "big abuser" of US trade. However, Godrej noted that Trump often retracts such threats, hoping for quick negotiations. A report by the State Bank of India indicates that even with increased tariffs, the overall decline in Indian exports to the US may only be around 3-3.5%, suggesting manageable consequences for the Indian economy.
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Feb 18 2025, 8 pm ISTeznews.inProtests have erupted at the Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) in Odisha following the suicide of a Nepali student, Prakriti Lamsal, which has intensified tensions between the institution and its Nepali student community. Accusations surfaced that the university evicted Nepali students, further inflamed by a viral video featuring staff members, including Professor Manjusha Pandey and Jayanti Nath, making inflammatory remarks about Nepal. Both professors later issued apologies, claiming their comments were made in the heat of the moment and did not reflect KIIT's values. In response to the unrest, KIIT removed two staff members and reaffirmed its commitment to student welfare. The situation has drawn attention from Nepal's Prime Minister and led to calls for a judicial inquiry from opposition parties in Odisha. A fact-finding team has been established by the Odisha government to investigate the incident, as the Indian Embassy in Nepal promises a thorough investigation.
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Feb 18 2025, 8 pm ISTeznews.inIn a dramatic incident in Patna's Kankarbagh area, four criminals were arrested after they opened fire at a house in broad daylight, prompting a swift response from the Patna police and Bihar's Special Task Force. The shootout occurred around 2 pm and lasted approximately 30 minutes, with police reporting no injuries. The attack was linked to a land dispute involving the homeowner, and authorities are investigating further after detaining the suspects. However, some assailants managed to escape, leading police to conduct extensive raids in search of them. The incident has raised concerns about the increasing boldness of criminals in the region and has drawn criticism from opposition parties regarding the deteriorating law-and-order situation in Bihar. RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav claimed that daily gunfire and kidnappings have become rampant, highlighting a significant challenge for the state government.
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Feb 18 2025, 7 pm ISTeznews.inYouTuber and podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia faced significant backlash after asking a vulgar question during an episode of the comedy show "_India's Got Latent_," prompting nationwide outrage. Mumbai-based audience member Mohit Khubani defended the panellists, stating that Allahbadia frequently checked on the contestant's comfort level, apologising multiple times. Despite the controversy, the contestant won the show and received a hug from Allahbadia. However, the inappropriate nature of the question led to widespread criticism and calls for the show's ban, resulting in FIRs filed against Allahbadia and other panellists. In response to the uproar, Allahbadia issued a public apology for his "lapse in judgment," while host Samay Raina removed all episodes from his YouTube channel. The Supreme Court has since begun hearing Allahbadia's petition regarding the FIRs, condemning his comments as "vulgar" and granting him interim protection from arrest.
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Feb 18 2025, 5 pm ISTeznews.inTesla has initiated hiring in India, indicating a potential market entry by posting 13 job openings on LinkedIn, primarily focused on customer service, sales, and operational roles. This move follows a recent meeting between CEO Elon Musk and Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the United States. Among the positions available, five are based in Mumbai and the rest in Delhi, with roles such as Customer Support Specialist, Inside Sales Advisor, and Service Manager requiring varying levels of experience and qualifications. The hiring comes after India reduced customs duties on luxury cars, which may have alleviated Tesla's previous concerns about high import taxes. With Indian electric vehicle sales reaching nearly 100,000 units last year, Tesla is also anticipated to launch a low-cost electric vehicle in the country to remain competitive against local and international brands. Interested candidates can apply through Tesla's LinkedIn page.
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Feb 18 2025, 6 pm ISTeznews.inUnion Minister Piyush Goyal has expressed confidence in India's economic partnership with the United States, following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent meeting with President Donald Trump. Speaking at the NDTV Profit Conclave, Goyal emphasized Modi's exceptional negotiation skills, asserting that the India-US relationship is one of trusted partners that will continue to strengthen. He urged Indian businesses to seize current opportunities for expansion, predicting regret for those who panic amid fears of US tariffs. Goyal highlighted the complementary nature of the two economies, stating both face similar challenges with non-market economies affecting domestic industries. He reiterated an ambitious trade target of $500 billion by 2030 and outlined Modi's focus on improving living standards through public welfare initiatives. Goyal envisions a transformed Indian economy by 2047, driven by investment and consumption, leading to a better quality of life for citizens, encapsulated in the concept of "Viksit Bharat."
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