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Cabinet expansion only after Oct 10 : KPCC President.

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The state Congress leadership has spilt the beans on cabinet expansion, but along with the date the mindset of the majority of the elected representatives to is out. Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) President Dinesh Gundurao said that the cabinet expansion will be carried out only after October 10 as the inauspicious ‘Mahalaya Amavasya’ falls on October 10.

“Even though I don’t believe in the concept of auspicious and inauspicious days, many leaders are staunch believers of the same. So we have decided to take up the expansion after October 10,” he said that the posts of the corporation and boards too will be carried out simultaneously.

He also stated that there is no confusion in the party. “This government will last for five years. There are no dissidence activities,” he said.

“Filling up of the corporations and board chairman posts will also be carried out simultaneously along with the cabinet expansion,” he said.

He also informed that soon leaders will visit each district and hold a meeting with the activists. “Based on the input we receive the party will finalize its candidates,” he added.

PTI

Antigua assures India it will extradite Mehul Choksi

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Antigua and Barbuda has assured India that it will extradite fugitive jewellery merchant Mehul Choksi as soon as the legal formalities are over, according to External Affairs Ministry Spokesperson Raveesh Kumar.

The assurance was conveyed by Antigua’s Foreign Minister Chet Greene when he met External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj on Wednesday on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly meeting, Kumar told reporters.

Greene, who had requested the meeting, told her that Prime Minister Gaston Alfonso Browne and the government were fully behind complying with India’s request for extraditing Choksi, Kumar said.

Sushma Swaraj asked that he be extradited expeditiously and Greene said there were internal legal and court procedures that had to be gone through to comply with the nation’s laws and as soon as they were taken care of Antigua would extradite him, according to Kumar.

Choksi, who is wanted in India over his alleged involvement in a scheme that defrauded Punjab National Bank of $2 billion, has reportedly taken the citizenship of the Caribbean island nation.

(IANS)

Sushma Swaraj, Iran Foreign Minister discuss US sanctions against Tehran

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With the weather clearing up on Thursday search and rescue operation for over 1,000 people, mostly tourists, began early in the Himachal Pradesh hills for the third day.
Two Chetak helicopters additionally deployed along with three the Indian Air Force’s sped up the rescue in the Lahaul Valley in the Middle Himalayas. The rescue operation started at 7 a.m., an official said.

Nearly 500 people were still reported to be stuck in Suraj Tal lake and Zingzing Bar areas along Keylong-Leh road.

Over 300 labourers of the Border Roads Organisation (BRO), a wing of the Ministry of Defence, involved in construction of roads in forward areas have also been stranded since September 22 following incessant rains that lead to a number of landslides severing road links.

The BRO is making every effort to provide food items and medicines to those still stuck but have somehow been reached.

So far a total of 898 persons have been rescued to safety till Wednesday and they included 12 foreigners, Additional Chief Secretary Manisha Nanda said here.

“Over 700 people have been rescued by road via the Rohtang tunnel in the past two days. We expect to rescue another 200 by road on Thursday,” a senior government functionary monitoring the rescue operation told IANS.

Nanda said packets of eatables have been air dropped at Kunzam Pass.

Most people who got stuck at the Baralacha Pass were travelling to and from Manali to Leh in Jammu and Kashmir.

Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur on Wednesday apprised Prime Minister Narendra Modi that the state suffered losses totalling approximately Rs 1,250 crore due to the heavy rains.

Modi has assured the state of all possible central assistance.

Early snowfall in the higher reaches, cloud burst and heavy rains devastated large parts of the state from September 22 to 24. Kullu and Lahaul-Spiti were the worst affected.

Heavy snowfall on the Rohtang Pass (13,050 ft) has cut off the Lahaul and Spiti Valleys affecting a large number of tourists and hampering water and electricity supply. They have been stranded at number of isolated locations.

The BRO has been clearing the snow from various roads on a war footing. Some stretches had over eight feet of snow.

IANS

Women can’t be treated as chattel: SC strikes down adultery law

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In yet another landmark judgement, the Supreme Court on Thursday decriminalised adultery after striking down a British era law, Section 497 of the Indian Penal Code, terming it as unconstitutional, archaic and manifestly arbitrary, with one judge saying women can’t be treated as “chattel”.

“Mere adultery can’t be a criminal offence. It is a matter of privacy. Husband is not the master of wife. Women should be treated with equality along with men,” Chief Justice Dipak Misra said.

Most countries have abolished adultery as a crime. “It shouldn’t be a criminal offence, other people are also involved in it,” Misra said, reading out the judgement, also on behalf of Justice A.M. Khanwilkar.

Earlier this month the apex court had decriminalised same sex offence under Section 377 of the IPC, which was another British era law.

Any discrimination shall invite the wrath of the Constitution, the Chief Justice said, adding that a woman cannot be asked to think about the way society desires her to do.

Justice Rohinton F. Nariman, reading out his judgement, said: “Women can’t be treated as chattel”.

Justice D.Y. Chandrachud in a concurring but separate judgment said society has two sets of morality in sexual behaviour — one for women and another for men.

Society treating women as embodiment of virtue leads to things like honour killings, he said, adding that the archaic law is against dignity, liberty and sexual autonomy guaranteed under the Constitution.

IANS

CINE BUZZ

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Varun Mitra Gets Inspiration From Real Life For His Character In ‘Jalebi’

Varun Mitra will soon be seen making his debut in Vishesh Films’ Jalebi. The actor will be seen playing the role of the tour guide in the film. What’s interesting is that the actor has hosted a couple of travel shows. This certainly helped the actor prep for his role. Talking about the same, the actor says, “For a travel show most of the time there is no script. It’s all spontaneous what happens. There is no plan as such, which according to me is what makes it fun to watch. Our film obviously had a script, but having been a travel show host, made it easier to bring that spontaneity to Dev’s character without losing the essence of the script.”

Debutante Karan Kapadia’s ‘Blank’ To Release On 11th Jan 2019!

Dimple Kapadia’s nephew & late actress-designer Simple Kapadia’s son Karan Kapadia, is all set to make his Bollywood debut early next year! The youngest member of the Kapadia family will be seen in the film titled as ‘Blank’! The action packed thriller, titled ‘Blank’ which also stars Sunny Deol in a pivotal role is all set to hit the celluloid silver screen on 11th Jan, 2019. Carnival Motion Pictures & EaseMyTrip.com present, an Echelon Production, produced by Dr. Shrikant Bhasi, Nishant Pitti, Tony D’souza & Vishal Rana, Blank starring Sunny Deol & Karan Kapadia in lead roles, directed by Behzad Khambata is all set to release on 11th Jan, 2019.

India’s 1st Ever Fashion Channel, Indian Fashion TV Launched By Vision Corporation Ltd

Vision corporation Ltd had launched the Asia’s 1st ever Fashion Television Channel, Indian Fashion TV which will showcase the culture Of Indian Fashion globally. The event was attended by Varsha Usgaanvkar, Kishori Shahane, Jaywant Wadkar, Vijay Kadam, A. K. Mishra
(Chairman), S. Ramakrishnan (CFO) Vishal Desai (director) et al. On the occasion of the channel launch the Chairman of Vision corporation Ltd A K Mishra said, “I am proud & honored to launch the country’s 1st ever & only fashion channel of Asia, Indian fashion TV, from varied metro cities to rural areas, attracting different aspects of Indian fashion & culture. Hope the viewers will love Indian fashion TV. India has a diversified culture. From north to south or east to west one can easily differentiate with the fashion style, culture, designs & trends. As India is a land of monuments & designers often get inspired by their designs also. Many international designers get inspired by India’s background. This channel will surely prove to be a great platform for the budding designers as well”.

Yrf’s ‘Thugs Of Hindostan’ To Release Worldwide On 8th Nov 2018

YRF’s forthcoming Diwali extravaganza Thugs Of Hindostan will be the biggest release that Bollywood has ever seen. This mega-action film has achieved a casting coup in the history of Bollywood by bringing together 2 of the biggest icons of Hindi cinema namely Big B & Aamir Khan for the 1st time ever. YRF has now unveiled the logo of this action entertainer & announced the release date as 8th Nov, 2918 a national holiday. Thugs of Hindostan also stars Katrina Kaif & Fatima Sana Shaikh. It has been directed by Vijay Krishna Acharya & promises to deliver a never-seen-before cinematic experience on the celluloid silver screen big screen this Diwali.

Rohit Pathak Started Shooting His Next Movie ‘Bakrid’

Rohit Pathak who got fame through blockbuster movie Theeran, has a very busy schedule in Tamil Cinema, he has started shooting of his next Tollywood project Bakrid staring Vikranth under the Banner of M -10 production house. Co-Director Hariharakrishnan Ramalingam (of Theeran fame) strongly recommended Rohit Pathak for this film. says Rohit Pathak, “While I was narrated the story I really liked the subject and I instantly said yes because these days very rarely you will find such cinema. The story is very beautiful & I’m playing a very important role, a complete different character. I can’t discuss much about the subject at this point of time, but would definitely say that this film would take the Indian Cinema to a completely different level. I would like to thank my director Jegadeesan Subu & Producer M. S. Murugaraj from the bottom of my heart for casting me & making me part of such a wonderful subject”.

Varun Dhawan – Anushka Sharma Signed

Varun Dhawan & Anushka Sharma, through their film Sui Dhaaga – Made in India are saluting India’s entrepreneurs & skilled workforce, especially homegrown artisans, craftspeople & weavers who are making the country proud the world over. The Sui Dhaaga stars have been signed on to promote & endorse the Skill India Mission, chaired by the Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. Varun Dhnawan & Anushka Sharma, the star cast of the film, have partnered Skill India & will dedicate time to promote India’s skilled talent & their fine work by engaging with them across different parts of the country. Dharmendra Pradhan, Minister of Petroleum & Natural Gas & Minister of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, said, “Varun Dhawan & Anushka Sharma, through this unique film Sui Dhaaga – Made in India, are bringing to focus the incredible skills & talent of our homegrown artisan & craftsmen community. I wish this endorsement by both the actors encourages & influences the youth to take up skilled training & earn a better livelihood for themselves & also help us in creating the New India envisioned by Honorable Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi.” Varun Dhawan said, “Prime Minister Modi has displayed incredible vision & genuine foresight in aiming to organise, skill, training & give financial support & backing to our craftsmen, artisans & similar workmen.” Anushka Sharma added, “While making Sui Dhaaga, we came across so many stories of talented, skilled crafts people & artisans who don’t get a fair chance to showcase their talents.”

From Cooking On Set To A Takeaway Joint, Sakett Saawhney Gets Into The Culinary Circuit

Producer Sakett Saawhney is coming up with a takeaway joint. But very few know that the idea behind the venture actually came up while he was shooting a film. “I used to cook during the filming of Zanjeer. We had this tradition that in each shoot schedule, one HOD / artist would cook & get food for the crew. Apoorva, Ram Charan, Sanju Sir & I all took turns & cooked food & had it on the sets. This is where cooking struck to me as an unexpected hobby. Over the years, it grew into a passion. In times of stress, I would take up cooking and it ended up being really therapeutic. I also host “Cook Up Nights” with a few friends over & make them have new recipes from time to time. At one of these food nights, an old college friend of my wife – Ritesh Patel, who has dabbled in a few hospitality ventures inquired if I was interested in transiting this passion professionally & I jumped up at the thought and the idea of a Take Away Restaurant took shape. It’s named Big Bang Cuurry & it’s going to be an Order in / Take Away Restaurant to start with, which will operate from evenings into the wee hours. It will be serving Indian Cuisine,” he says. Celebrities who are supporting his venture on social media include Ekta Kapoor, Anita Hassanandani, Shabir Ahluwalia, Kanchi Singh, Gaurav Gera, Mona Singh, Rai Laxmi, Arjun Bijlani, Rithvik Dhanjani, Jay Bhanushali, Mahhi Vij, Kashmera Shah, Karan Patel, Pooja Gor et al.

Surekha Sikri Returns To The Celluloid Silver Screen With ‘Badhaai Ho’!

Badhaai Ho directed by Amit Ravindernath Sharma, is giving the industry many reasons to celebrate – Apart from catching everyone’s attention with its interesting subject & entertaining trailer that gives us a sneak peak of the fun in store, the family comedy also marks veteran actress Surekha Sikri’s return to the celluloid silver screen. Surekha Sikri essays the role of Neena Gupta’s mother-in-law in the film, and was immediately drawn to the character when she heard the script. Says the 2 time National award winner, “It’s a great time to be in films as so many good scripts are being written. It’s quite common in smaller towns, but in cities, people worry ki log kya kahenge, more so when your older son is of marriageable age, maybe even has a child of his own. This awkwardness is the fun part of the story”. Adding that, “I need good scripts. This one came out of the blue. Badhaai Ho is my comeback film in the real sense. I did a couple of movies years ago, then, got busy with TV. I hope this will open up more avenues for actors of my age”. Produced by Vineet Jain, Aleya Sen, Hemant Bhandari & Amit Ravindernath Sharma, the film releases on 19th Oct, 2018.

Shahid Kapoor To Play Boxing Hero Dingko Singh On Screen

Shahid Kapoor is all set to portray former boxing champ & Asian Games gold medallist Dingko Singh on screen. The film will be directed by Raja Krishna Menon and is expected to go on the floors sometime around Apr, 2019. Ngangom Dingko Singh, known as Dingko Singh (from Manipur) was the 1st ever & only Asian gold medalist boxer from India in the Bantamweight category. In 2013, he was awarded the Padma Shri. Dingko Singh has been an inspiration to many boxers who came into the ring after him, and went on to become a coach for young boxers. Shahid says, “He is one of those superstars who we don’t know much about. If a film like Dangal (2016) wasn’t made, we wouldn’t know as much about the Phogat sisters. Dingko Singh is a cancer survivor, and he went through 13 rounds of chemotherapy. His biggest win was surviving cancer & not the gold medal he won at the age of 19 at the 1998 Asian Games in Bangkok. In the year 2017, Gautam Gambhir became aware of his situation and sent money for his treatment. Soon, people found out who he was, and 13 doctors came forward to help him. He is a sports star who survived cancer. At some point in his past, he had almost become a Naxalite. Such amazing stories of heroes need to be told.”

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Alia Bhatt To Be An Ambassador For “Daan Utsav”

Alia Bhatt is all set to be an ambassador for “Daan Utsav” this year which will take place from 2nd Oct, 2018 to 8th Oct 2018 and her fans across the world will now have the opportunity to pick up outfits from Alia Bhatt’s wardrobe & support a good cause at the same time. Proceeds from this 2nd wardrobe will support “The Corbett Foundation”, a not-for-profit that works with local communities to protect wildlife. Alia Bhat said, “Daan Utsav is all about celebrating giving & is an opportunity to contribute your time, money, materials or skills to a cause that you feel passionate about. I’ve decided to share my wardrobe once again during “Daan Utsav” to benefit the environment & support animal welfare. The wardrobe will be hosted online on SaltScout this time, giving people all over the country & the world a chance to purchase garments & shoes from my closet & support the work of “The Corbett Foundation”.

Akshay & Twinkle Celebrated The Success Of Her New Book In Jaisalmer

Akshay Kumar, who is shooting in Jaisalmer for Housefull 4 took time off & threw a party for his wife Twinkle Khanna to celebrate her new book. Twinkle Khanna who launched her 3rd book “Pyjamas Are Forgiving” recently is already ruling at #1 on Amazon & Crossword. It’s indeed a proud moment for the family. Over the weekend, Akshay organized a party at the beautiful ruins of Khaba Fort. The revellers had around 75 peacocks for company & Akshay ensured that all of Mrs Funnybones’s favorite dishes were on the menu. ”Meanwhile, ‘Pyjamas Are Forgiving’ continues to receive raving reviews.

Anushka Sharma Awarded 34th Priyadarshni Academy Global Awards, 2018 & Smita Patil Memorial Award For “Best Actor”

The 34th Priyadarshni Academy Anniversary Global Awards held in Mumbai on 19th Sept, 2018 saw the who’s who of India in attendance. A total of 8 awardees were felicitated by leading political dignitaries: Shri. Nitin Gadkari, (Minister of Shipping; Road Transport & Highways; Water Resources; River Development & Ganga Rejuvenation) & Shri.Piyush Goyal, (Minister of Railways & Coal). Also present were Shri Suresh Prabhu (Minister of commerce & Industry & civil aviation) Poonam Dhillon, Bharat Dhabolkar. Actress – producer Anushka Sharma who was honored with the Smita Patil Memorial Award while entrepreneur par excellence Ronnie Screwvala was awarded the Priyadarshni Academy Global Award for his outstanding contribution towards Innovative Entertainment & Community Development. Anushka Sharma said, “I feel humbled to have been honored by Priyadarshni Academy with the Smita Patil Memorial award this year. Smitaji is a true inspiration for every actor of my generation. Her pioneering effort in the upliftment of parallel cinema movement in India stands out as a beacon of hope for actors like myself & I in my small way will always strive to take her dream forward by being part of films that are content rich. This year also embarks me completing a decade.” “I am grateful to Priyadarshini Academy for having chosen me as the recipient of Priyadarshini Global Academy Award. The award is a reassurance of the fact that our Swades foundation’s efforts in empowering rural India to become self-sufficient in water, health, education & livelihood are steadily progressing in the right direction” said Ronnie Screwvala.

National Award Winning Filmmaker Rima Das’ Assamese Feature Village Rockstars Slated For Release On 28th Sept 2018

After vowing critics & audiences internationally, Rima Das’ National Award winning film Village Rockstars is slated for a Pan-India theatrical release on 28th Sept, 2018. The film will be released through VKAAO, a joint venture of PVR Pictures & Bookmyshow in metros cities of India & in more than 30 screens in Assam through Kamakhya Films. Most of the cast members of the film are non-actors including Rima Das’ niece Bhanita who plays Dhunu & the other kids who hail from Rima Das’ native village in Assam. The director-cinematographer-editor-producer Rima Das says, “After travelling to many film fest’s across the world & winning hearts, I am so delighted that the exciting journey of Village Rockstars has come to its final stage when we prepare with nervous anticipation & hope to present the film to the audiences in our homeland. Rima Das’ debut film as a writer-director-producer, Man with Binoculars (Antardrishti) premiered at Tallinn Black Nights Film Fest in the year 2016. Village Rockstars, her 2nd feature film, premiered at Toronto International Film Fest 2017 under Discovery Section. Bulbul Can Sing made its World Premiere at Toronto International Film Fest 2018 & will make its South Asia Premiere at the prestigious 23rd Busan International Film Fest 2018.

The Narrative Of ‘Sadak 2’ Is Pulled Out From Mahesh Bhatt’s Life

On the eve of his 70th birthday, Mahesh Bhatt announced his much anticipated & speculated return to direction. Mahesh Bhatt will be directing the sequel to his 1990’s landmark film Sadak. The film will see Sanjay Dutt, Pooja Bhatt, Alia Bhatt & Aditya Roy Kapur uniting on the big screen for the 1st time ever. Not just that, this is also the 1st time ever that Mahesh Bhatt will be directing his daughter Alia Bhatt. Sadak was not only a commercial blockbuster but went onto achieving cult status & etched itself in people’s hearts as one of the greatest love stories of the time that has endured until this date. With his trademark candor & brutal honesty, Mahesh Bhatt describes the feeling of being back in the driver’s seat as director for Sadak 2. “Like the spider gets its thread from his own guts. The narrative of Sadak 2 is pulled out from my lived life. It’s a film about living, loving & dealing with the anguish of the loss of a loved one.” What is interesting is that, Sadak 2 will also see the Bhatt sisters uniting with their father for the 1st time ever for a film. Mukesh Bhatt adds, “Though I have made so many films in 32 years of Vishesh Films, Sadak has a very special place in my heart because it’s one of the most iconic hits of my career. My gladiator Mahesh Bhatt is back to perform in the arena once again. With Alia Bhatt too coming on board, Pooja Bhatt being there & my daughter Sakshi Bhatt, who is the co-producer of the film, the 3 sisters will be seen performing important roles. Sadak is not just a project for me, it is very close to my heart. I know this journey will be the most fulfilling experience that I have had in so many years as a filmmaker & I am looking forward to it.” A Mukesh Bhatt Presentation of a Mahesh Bhatt Film, Sadak 2 is a Vishesh Films Production and is slated to release on 25th Mar, 2020.

Aayush Sharma & Warina Hussain’s Journey Of Love – ‘Loveyatri’

The debutante couple Aayush Sharma & Warina Hussain is leaving no stone unturned to promote their debut movie. The movie which is slated to release on 5th Oct, 2018 has a new fresh name attached to it. The Salman Khan backed movie is now named Loveyatri – A journey of Love. The name change has been a decision to showcase the story more prominently & avoid a nationwide agitation by religious bodies over the title. Loveyatri – A Journey of Love stands true to its name & brings about a fresh view on the whole perspective of love.

John Abraham’s ‘Romeo Akbar Walter’ Slated For Release

Viacom18 Motion Pictures, has now teamed with Kyta Productions for its upcoming espionage thriller, Romeo Akbar Walter (RAW). The John Abraham starrer will now release on 15th Mar, 2019. John Abraham says, “Having worked with them in the past, I know we have the right partners in Viacom18 for the film. Romeo Akbar Walter (RAW) was a challenging film, it was a 1st ever for me to have so many looks which required playing each one differently from stance to movement to speech, I really had a great time pushing myself to new boundaries, and much credit for this goes to my director Robbie Grewal. Audiences have been so kind to me this year, I’m hoping this will continue with Romeo Akbar Walter (RAW).” It is, based on true incidents & directed by debutante Robbie Grewal. The film starring John Abraham, Jackie Shroff, Suchitra Krishnamoorthi, Mouni Roy & Sikander Kher is produced by Dheeraj Wadhwan, Ajay Kapoor, Vanessa Walia & Gary Grewal.

Man gets 20 years of jail term for raping 8-yr-old daughter

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City sessions court awarded 20 years imprisonment and Rs.50,000 fine for a person who sexually assaulted his 8-years-old daughter.

Anvar (30), a resident of Kengeri is the guilty who has been awarded the punishment. According to the police, Anvar sexually assaulted his 8-years-old daughter when his wife was not at home. The incident happened in the year 2017.

“After sexually assaulting the daughter, Anvar threatened her of killing her and her mother if she revealed the incident.

But daughter complained to her mother who in turn approached the police seeking help. Based on the mother’s complaint Anvar was arrested. As the charges are proven in the court, the sessions court awarded him punishment,” informed the police.

PTI

Mammoth task to audit, erase Aadhaar data with private firms: Experts

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Terming the Supreme Court verdict on Aadhaar a breath of fresh air for Indian citizens, experts on Wednesday said a completely new regime has to be put in place to protect the Aadhaar data that is lying with private companies.

Stating that private entities or individuals cannot avail Aadhaar data to provide consumer services, the apex court struck down Section 57 of the Aadhaar Act which allowed sharing of data with private entities.

It means that telecom companies, e-commerce firms and private banks cannot ask for biometric and other data from consumers to provide their services.

“The Aadhaar verdict is a huge sigh of relief for citizens. The humongous task now is to ensure that the data that is already with private companies is not misused or sold,” Pavan Duggal, the nation’s leading cyber law expert, told IANS.

“The data now needs to be dismantled but the onus is to make sure companies do not make copies of the data and use it to monetise their operations. The big question is which agency will audit this humongous task,” added Duggal, also a leading Supreme Court lawyer.

The apex court also said that Aadhaar data can’t be shared with security agencies in the name of upholding national security and individuals too can complain about theft of their Aadhaar data.

“Private companies played a big gamble of integrating Aaddhar data with their systems wherein they spent a lot of money. The whole exercise is now futile and the country now needs a fresh Aadhaar ecosystem,” Duggal noted.

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), said Duggal, had already lodged more than 50 FIRs against private companies for Aadhaar data breach.

“Today’s judgment as read out in court signals massive changes in the Aadhaar project and the Act. The legitimacy of its stated purposes is destroyed. Even the majority signals significant concern by reading down portions,” tweeted New Delhi-based lawyer Apar Gupta.

Although experts are yet to read the verdict in fine print, they said the Supreme Court’s directive to Centre to bring a robust data protection law is the need of the hour.

“The Aadhaar data is saved in data centres outside the boundaries and law of our country. There is an urgent need for addressing newly emerging legal and cyber security challenges concerning Aadhaar ecosystem on an urgent basis,” Duggal said.

The Supreme Court, in a landmark judgment last year, declared privacy a fundamental right. This set the government in motion to take steps to bring a new data protection legislation for the country.

The Justice B.N. Srikrishna Committee submitted the Personal Data Protection Bill 2018 in July, suggesting amendments to the Aadhaar Act to provide for imposition of penalties on data fiduciaries and compensations to data principals for violations of the data protection law.

The 213-page report suggested amendments to the Aadhaar Act from a data protection perspective.

According to Duggal, “not just cosmetic changes, there is an urgent need for addressing newly emerging legal and cyber security challenges concerning Aadhaar ecosystem on an urgent basis”.

Supratim Chakraborty, Associate Partner at law firm Khaitan & Co, said the verdict that private parties cannot have access to individuals’ data was a double-edged thing.

“From a socialistic perspective and individualistic perspective, you need to have proper safeguards as to how your information is being used by a private party.

“However, from a business perspective, it could increase their expenses if they need to collect too much information one by one from an individual. It compels us to ponder whether there is a correct way to do business while protecting the privacy of users,” Chakraborty told IANS.

In Europe, as part of the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) that came into force from May 25, EU citizens at any point may object to an organisation’s handling of their personal data.

The regulation specifically names “direct marketing and profiling” as personal data uses to which individuals may object.

According to Duggal, India should not cut-paste any other country’s law and must strive for data localisation.

“There is a need for more comprehensive legal frameworks to protect and preserve data and privacy of individual Aadhaar account holders in specific and the Aadhaar ecosystem stakeholders in general,” Duggal noted.

IANS

Hundreds attend funeral prayers of militant in Sopore

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Shouting pro-independence slogans, hundreds of mourners on Wednesday attended the funeral prayers of a militant killed by security forces in Sopore in Jammu and Kashmir.

The mourners were from Sopore and adjoining areas and thronged the funeral prayers of Abdul Majeed Mir, who was killed in a 20-hour long gunfight in Nowpora village of Sopore on Tuesday.

Security forces did not intervene to stop the funeral procession. The militant was buried in his native Tujjar area.

The mourners kept shouting pro-independence and pro-Islam slogans.

Also killed with Mir was a top commander of the Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) identified as Abu Maaz, a foreigner.

(IANS)

Govt to permit 1000 new liquor shops to boost state revenue

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With the idea of filling the government exchequer, which is hit by the farm loan waiver scheme, the state government decided to issue permissions to 1,000 new liquor shops across the state. These new liquor shops will come up according to the population density.

According to a circular issued by the commissioner of Excise department, department officers are instructed to carry out a survey across the state to identify villages/ towns/ wards where the new liquor shops can be permitted. Based on the demand and the population density, officials are asked to send proposals to the state government.

“The state exchequer is virtually empty now following the implementation of the farm loan waiver scheme. Now the state government is planning to fill the exchequer by all means. One of the ways of increasing revenue is to increase the number of liquor shops,” said an officer from the excise department who is privy to the developments.

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