A Bangladesh Airlines on its way from Dhaka to Dubai on Wednesday (Feb 19) was forced to make an emergency landing at an airport in India's Nagpur due to technical issues.
The Biman Bangladesh Airlines flight, as per a PTI report, had 396 passengers and 12 crew members on board.
A senior official at the Nagpur airport told PTI that the flight was diverted and made an emergency landing around midnight on Wednesday because of technical issues. Another official said that the passengers will be taken on another flight later in the day.
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A Bangladesh Airlines on its way from Dhaka to Dubai on Wednesday (Feb 19) was forced to make an emergency landing at an airport in India's Nagpur due to technical issues.

A Bangladesh Airlines on its way from Dhaka to Dubai on Wednesday (Feb 19) was forced to make an emergency landing at an airport in India's Nagpur due to technical issues. The Biman Bangladesh Airlines flight, as per a PTI report, had 396 passengers and 12 crew members on board. A senior official at the Nagpur airport told PTI that the flight was diverted and made an emergency landing around midnight on Wednesday because of technical issues. Another official said that the passengers will be taken on another flight later in the day. (More to follow)

Bangladesh Airlines flight with 408 onboard forced to make emergency landing in India's Nagpur

Rekha Gupta, the incoming Delhi Chief Minister from Bharatiya Janata Party on Thursday (Feb 20) assured that her government&rsquo;s promise of ₹2,500 ($28.83) monthly assistance to women would be fulfilled. Hours before her swearing-in ceremony, Gupta also vowed that the previous Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government would be held accountable for things it did during its rule.
<h2>BJP&rsquo;s monthly support for women</h2>
Speaking to reporters outside her residence, Gupta said the first instalment of the monthly support would be credited to eligible women's accounts by March 8, which is observed as International Women's Day.
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BJP in its manifesto had promised a monthly assistance of ₹2,500 ($28.83), aiming to outdo the Aam Aadmi Party's announcement of ₹2,100 ($24.21) monthly support if it came to power.
<h2>Rekha Gupta slams AAP</h2>
Gupta also slammed the outgoing AAP government and said, "They will have to give an account for each and every penny to the people."
The CM-designate, who was named for the post on Wednesday, said that delivering on the party's promises was her top priority.
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"Fulfilling the dream of Prime Minister Narendra Modi is the responsibility of all 48 BJP MLAs in the capital. We will definitely fulfil all our promises, including financial support for women. Women will 100 per cent get monetary support into their accounts by March 8," she said.
<h2>Rekha Gupta's cabinet gets six ministers</h2>
In a notification released just hours before BJP leader Rekha Gupta&rsquo;s swearing-in ceremony, the Indian Union Home Ministry announced that six BJP MLAs are to take oath as ministers of the Delhi government.&nbsp;
As per the notification, Parvesh Sahib Singh Verma, Ashish Sood, Manjinder Singh Sirsa, Ravinder Indraj, Kapil Mishra and Pankaj Kumar Singh will be ministers in Rekha Gupta&rsquo;s cabinet.
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Parvesh Verma, who gained national attention after defeating AAP chief and former Delhi CM Kejriwal in the recent Delhi elections, is among the key faces in the new administration.&nbsp;
They will take oath alongside CM-designate Gupta on Thursday (Feb 20).
The grand ceremony will take place at Delhi&rsquo;s Ramlila Maidan and will be attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, senior Union ministers, and several chief ministers from BJP-led states.
(With inputs from agencies)

India news | Incoming Delhi CM Rekha Gupta pledges to credit the first ₹2,500 monthly support for women by Women's Day, fulfilling BJP's promise to enhance financial aid.

Rekha Gupta, the incoming Delhi Chief Minister from Bharatiya Janata Party on Thursday (Feb 20) assured that her government’s promise of ₹2,500 ($28.83) monthly assistance to women would be fulfilled. Hours before her swearing-in ceremony, Gupta also vowed that the previous Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government would be held accountable for things it did during its rule. BJP’s monthly support for women Speaking to reporters outside her residence, Gupta said the first instalment of the monthly support would be credited to eligible women's accounts by March 8, which is observed as International Women's Day. Also read | Rekha Gupta's Cabinet: Parvesh Verma, Ashish Sood, and 4 other BJP MLAs to be ministers in Delhi government BJP in its manifesto had promised a monthly assistance of ₹2,500 ($28.83), aiming to outdo the Aam Aadmi Party's announcement of ₹2,100 ($24.21) monthly support if it came to power. Rekha Gupta slams AAP Gupta also slammed the outgoing AAP government and said, "They will have to give an account for each and every penny to the people." The CM-designate, who was named for the post on Wednesday, said that delivering on the party's promises was her top priority. Also read | Rekha Gupta to be next Delhi CM, Arvind Kejriwal says ‘I hope she…’ "Fulfilling the dream of Prime Minister Narendra Modi is the responsibility of all 48 BJP MLAs in the capital. We will definitely fulfil all our promises, including financial support for women. Women will 100 per cent get monetary support into their accounts by March 8," she said. Rekha Gupta's cabinet gets six ministers In a notification released just hours before BJP leader Rekha Gupta’s swearing-in ceremony, the Indian Union Home Ministry announced that six BJP MLAs are to take oath as ministers of the Delhi government. As per the notification, Parvesh Sahib Singh Verma, Ashish Sood, Manjinder Singh Sirsa, Ravinder Indraj, Kapil Mishra and Pankaj Kumar Singh will be ministers in Rekha Gupta’s cabinet. Also read | Rekha Gupta named next Delhi Chief Minister, becomes fourth woman to lead Indian capital Parvesh Verma, who gained national attention after defeating AAP chief and former Delhi CM Kejriwal in the recent Delhi elections, is among the key faces in the new administration. They will take oath alongside CM-designate Gupta on Thursday (Feb 20). The grand ceremony will take place at Delhi’s Ramlila Maidan and will be attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, senior Union ministers, and several chief ministers from BJP-led states. (With inputs from agencies)

Incoming Delhi CM Rekha Gupta promises first installment of ₹2,500 support for women will be credited by Women's Day

At least two people lost their lives after two small single-engine aircraft collided midair at an Arizona airport on Wednesday, authorities said. The Federal Aviation Administration said that a Lancair 360 MK II and a Cessna 172S collided at Marana Regional Airport just before 8:30 am local time.&nbsp;
In a post on Meta, police wrote, "Two confirmed dead and both planes were smaller fixed wing single engine planes."&nbsp;
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In a statement, NTSB said that based on preliminary information, the "aircraft collided while upwind of runway 12". The Cessna "landed uneventfully," while the Lancair "impacted terrain near runway 3 and a post-impact fire ensued."&nbsp;
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News Release: At approximately 8:30 AM on February 19, 2025, an incident involving two single-engine fixed-wing aircraft...
Posted by <a href="https://www.facebook.com/MaranaPoliceDepartment">Marana Police Department</a> on&nbsp;<a href="https://graph.facebook.com/100064540098062/posts/1031429539018373/">Wednesday, February 19, 2025</a></blockquote>
In the post on social media, Airport Superintendent Galen Beem said, "On behalf of the Town of Marana and the Marana Regional Airport, our hearts go out to all the individuals and families impacted by this event."
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"This is an unprecedented event, and we are grateful for the swift response from the Marana Police Department and Northwest Fire District," Beem added.&nbsp;
Local reports have mentioned that the airport, which is about 21 miles northwest of Tucson, is an uncontrolled field, which means that it does not have an operating air traffic control tower.&nbsp;
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As quoted by local reports, the FAA said, "Pilots utilize a Common Traffic Advisory Frequency (CTAF) to regularly announce their position to other pilots who are in the airport vicinity."&nbsp;
"The Pilot-in-Command is responsible for maintaining safe separation from other aircraft. Pilots operating into uncontrolled fields are still required to comply with all Federal Aviation Regulations, including minimum visibilities, minimum safe altitudes, and right-of-way rules," it added.&nbsp;
NTSB and FAA have actively been investigating the incident.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

World | Understand the challenges of operating in uncontrolled airfields like Marana, where pilots rely on common frequencies for communication and safety.

At least two people lost their lives after two small single-engine aircraft collided midair at an Arizona airport on Wednesday, authorities said. The Federal Aviation Administration said that a Lancair 360 MK II and a Cessna 172S collided at Marana Regional Airport just before 8:30 am local time. In a post on Meta, police wrote, "Two confirmed dead and both planes were smaller fixed wing single engine planes." Also read: Trump administration planning cuts from defence budget: Report In a statement, NTSB said that based on preliminary information, the "aircraft collided while upwind of runway 12". The Cessna "landed uneventfully," while the Lancair "impacted terrain near runway 3 and a post-impact fire ensued." Also read: ‘Dictator Without Elections’: Trump blasts Zelensky after ‘disinformation’ dig, warns Ukraine could collapse News Release: At approximately 8:30 AM on February 19, 2025, an incident involving two single-engine fixed-wing aircraft... Posted by Marana Police Department on Wednesday, February 19, 2025 In the post on social media, Airport Superintendent Galen Beem said, "On behalf of the Town of Marana and the Marana Regional Airport, our hearts go out to all the individuals and families impacted by this event." Also read: ‘Nobody excluding Ukraine from talks,’ Putin says negotiations ‘key priority for Russia’ "This is an unprecedented event, and we are grateful for the swift response from the Marana Police Department and Northwest Fire District," Beem added. Local reports have mentioned that the airport, which is about 21 miles northwest of Tucson, is an uncontrolled field, which means that it does not have an operating air traffic control tower. Also read: Hamas to free 'all Israeli hostages' in single swap during phase two of Gaza truce As quoted by local reports, the FAA said, "Pilots utilize a Common Traffic Advisory Frequency (CTAF) to regularly announce their position to other pilots who are in the airport vicinity." "The Pilot-in-Command is responsible for maintaining safe separation from other aircraft. Pilots operating into uncontrolled fields are still required to comply with all Federal Aviation Regulations, including minimum visibilities, minimum safe altitudes, and right-of-way rules," it added. NTSB and FAA have actively been investigating the incident. (With inputs from agencies)

Two dead as small single-engine planes collide mid-air at Arizona airport

Pete Hegseth, the US defence secretary, has ordered to develop plans for cutting 8% from the defence budget in each of the next five years, the Washington Post reported, citing a memo it obtained.&nbsp;
According to the memo, Hegseth has ordered the proposed cuts to be drawn up by February 24. The memo also includes a list of 17 categories that the Trump administration wants exempted. &nbsp;
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The categories include operations at the southern US border, modernisation of nuclear weapons and missile defence and acquisition of one-way attack drones and other munitions.&nbsp;
The proposed cuts would include tens of billions of dollars in each of the next five years if the plans are adopted in full, the report mentioned.&nbsp;
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The Pentagon's budget for 2025 is some $850 billion and if implemented in full, the cuts would reduce that figure by tens of billions each year to some $560 billion by the end of the five years.
The memo also calls for continued "support agency" funding for several major regional headquarters, including Indo-Pacific Command, Northern Command and Space Command.&nbsp;
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<h2>Is the European command missing from the list?&nbsp;</h2>
The report mentioned that the European command, which has had a leading role in executing US strategy during the war in Ukraine; the central command, which oversees operations in the Middle East; and the Africa Command, which manages the several thousand troops the Pentagon has spread across that continent, were notably absent.&nbsp;
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In the memo, which is dated Tuesday, Hegseth wrote, "President Trump's charge to DoD is clear: achieve peace through strength."
"The time for preparation is over &ndash; we must act urgently to revive the warrior ethos, rebuild our military, and re-establish deterrence. Our budget will resource the fighting force we need, cease unnecessary defence spending, reject excessive bureaucracy, and drive actionable reform including progress on the audit," he added.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

World | Learn about the Pentagon's directive to protect key areas like nuclear modernization and border operations while trimming tens of billions from the defence budget.

Pete Hegseth, the US defence secretary, has ordered to develop plans for cutting 8% from the defence budget in each of the next five years, the Washington Post reported, citing a memo it obtained. According to the memo, Hegseth has ordered the proposed cuts to be drawn up by February 24. The memo also includes a list of 17 categories that the Trump administration wants exempted. Also read: ‘Dictator Without Elections’: Trump blasts Zelensky after ‘disinformation’ dig, warns Ukraine could collapse The categories include operations at the southern US border, modernisation of nuclear weapons and missile defence and acquisition of one-way attack drones and other munitions. The proposed cuts would include tens of billions of dollars in each of the next five years if the plans are adopted in full, the report mentioned. Also read: ‘Nobody excluding Ukraine from talks,’ Putin says negotiations ‘key priority for Russia’ The Pentagon's budget for 2025 is some $850 billion and if implemented in full, the cuts would reduce that figure by tens of billions each year to some $560 billion by the end of the five years. The memo also calls for continued "support agency" funding for several major regional headquarters, including Indo-Pacific Command, Northern Command and Space Command. Also read: Hamas to free 'all Israeli hostages' in single swap during phase two of Gaza truce Is the European command missing from the list? The report mentioned that the European command, which has had a leading role in executing US strategy during the war in Ukraine; the central command, which oversees operations in the Middle East; and the Africa Command, which manages the several thousand troops the Pentagon has spread across that continent, were notably absent. Also read: 'ONE BIG BEAUTIFUL BILL': Trump throws full weight behind House GOP budget plan, snubbing Senate In the memo, which is dated Tuesday, Hegseth wrote, "President Trump's charge to DoD is clear: achieve peace through strength." "The time for preparation is over – we must act urgently to revive the warrior ethos, rebuild our military, and re-establish deterrence. Our budget will resource the fighting force we need, cease unnecessary defence spending, reject excessive bureaucracy, and drive actionable reform including progress on the audit," he added. (With inputs from agencies)

Trump administration planning cuts from defence budget: Report

New research suggests that infant mortality rates have increased in US states after new abortion bans took effect. The researchers from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health analysed the rate of death among children under age 1 before and after these abortion bans took effect in different states.&nbsp;
In the US, abortion policies have undergone rapid changes since 2021. Texas implemented a six-week ban in September 2021, then came the 2022 overturn of the longstanding Roe v Wade ruling by the US Supreme Court.&nbsp;
The researchers found that 478 newborn fatalities occurred in 14 jurisdictions with tight restrictions or full bans. They claimed that these deaths could have been avoided if the rules had not been in place.&nbsp;
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Alison Gemmill, who is the co-leader of the study, said, as quoted by BBC, that "restrictive abortion policies" could be "reversing decades of progress" in reducing infant deaths across the US.&nbsp;
The study, titled "US Abortion Bans and Fertility," was published in JAMA on February 13. The researchers have examined birth certificates and also the US Census Bureau data from 2012 through 2023 for all 50 states and the District of Columbia.&nbsp;
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Researchers said that the study used a Bayesian panel model to examine infant mortality rates in 14 states that implemented complete or 6-week abortion bans and compared them with predictions of infant mortality rates based on pre-ban mortality rates and states without bans. Data included all live births and infant deaths from all 50 US states and the District of Columbia for 2012 through 2023.&nbsp;
The study noted that abortion bans were associated with increases in infant mortality. These increases were larger for populations that already experienced higher-than-average rates of infant mortality.&nbsp;
The study said that estimated increases were relatively larger among infants who were Black, had congenital anomalies, or were born in southern states.&nbsp;
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<h2>What are congenital anomalies?&nbsp;</h2>
Congenital malformations, also known as birth defects, are structural or functional anomalies that occur during foetal development, resulting in physical or physiological abnormalities present at birth.&nbsp;
Some of the types of congenital malformations include chromosomal abnormalities and environmental factors, such as exposure to toxins, infections, or radiation during pregnancy.&nbsp;
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(With inputs from agencies)

World | Learn about the impact of restrictive abortion policies on infant deaths, with newborn fatalities reported in states with tight restrictions or bans.

New research suggests that infant mortality rates have increased in US states after new abortion bans took effect. The researchers from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health analysed the rate of death among children under age 1 before and after these abortion bans took effect in different states. In the US, abortion policies have undergone rapid changes since 2021. Texas implemented a six-week ban in September 2021, then came the 2022 overturn of the longstanding Roe v Wade ruling by the US Supreme Court. The researchers found that 478 newborn fatalities occurred in 14 jurisdictions with tight restrictions or full bans. They claimed that these deaths could have been avoided if the rules had not been in place. Also read: India at UNSC slams Pakistan's campaigns of 'misinformation' over Kashmir Alison Gemmill, who is the co-leader of the study, said, as quoted by BBC, that "restrictive abortion policies" could be "reversing decades of progress" in reducing infant deaths across the US. The study, titled "US Abortion Bans and Fertility," was published in JAMA on February 13. The researchers have examined birth certificates and also the US Census Bureau data from 2012 through 2023 for all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Also read: 'Will not tolerate': Maharashtra CM wants 'objectionable' content about Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj removed from Wikipedia Researchers said that the study used a Bayesian panel model to examine infant mortality rates in 14 states that implemented complete or 6-week abortion bans and compared them with predictions of infant mortality rates based on pre-ban mortality rates and states without bans. Data included all live births and infant deaths from all 50 US states and the District of Columbia for 2012 through 2023. The study noted that abortion bans were associated with increases in infant mortality. These increases were larger for populations that already experienced higher-than-average rates of infant mortality. The study said that estimated increases were relatively larger among infants who were Black, had congenital anomalies, or were born in southern states. Also read: US President Donald Trump and Elon Musk's first joint interview to air today - Know all details inside What are congenital anomalies? Congenital malformations, also known as birth defects, are structural or functional anomalies that occur during foetal development, resulting in physical or physiological abnormalities present at birth. Some of the types of congenital malformations include chromosomal abnormalities and environmental factors, such as exposure to toxins, infections, or radiation during pregnancy. Also read: Key takeaways from US-Russia talks in Saudi Arabia as two nations discuss Ukraine war in its absence (With inputs from agencies)

Abortion bans in the US states cause increased births and infant mortality: Study

For those who watched Deadpool &amp; Wolverine, they would recall Henry Cavill's blink-and-miss appearance in the film. Cavill, like many would know, has famously played Superman in the DC Comics films. And so his cameo in a Marvel Studio-backed film piqued the curiosity of many. If the latest reports are to be believed, then Cavill is seemingly joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe with a potential role in their upcoming series Nova.&nbsp; Recent reports claim that the actor is being considered for a part, but the specifics haven't been confirmed.
<h2>Henry Cavill in Nova</h2>
Reports state that Cavill may be cast as Richard Rider, the original Nova, but no official confirmation on the same has been given so far.&nbsp;
The show is set to bring back Annihilus, a formidable villain of the Marvel universe. It is also set to combine elements of military action and space opera. Rumours suggest that the tone of the show will be similar to that of Starship Troopers.
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Hollywood | Entertainment Cavill, like many would know, has famously played Superman in the DC Comics films. And so his cameo in a Marvel Studio-backed film piqued the curiosity of many.

For those who watched Deadpool & Wolverine, they would recall Henry Cavill's blink-and-miss appearance in the film. Cavill, like many would know, has famously played Superman in the DC Comics films. And so his cameo in a Marvel Studio-backed film piqued the curiosity of many. If the latest reports are to be believed, then Cavill is seemingly joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe with a potential role in their upcoming series Nova. Recent reports claim that the actor is being considered for a part, but the specifics haven't been confirmed. Henry Cavill in Nova Reports state that Cavill may be cast as Richard Rider, the original Nova, but no official confirmation on the same has been given so far. The show is set to bring back Annihilus, a formidable villain of the Marvel universe. It is also set to combine elements of military action and space opera. Rumours suggest that the tone of the show will be similar to that of Starship Troopers. Henry Cavill starrer show on popular game Warhammer 40,000 gets greenlit Speculations are rife that Cavill's role may be connected to the Avengers but we will have to wait for the official confirmation on this. On the work front, Cavill is also set to star in projects including In the Grey, Highlander, Warhammer 40k, Enola Holmes 3, Squadron 42, and Broadsword. Marvel fans react over new rumour of Dwayne Johnson playing Apocalypse in the X-Men movie

Is Henry Cavill joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe? Here's what we know so far

The Philippine Coast Guard said that a Chinese Navy helicopter flew "dangerously" close, reportedly within three metres, to a government aircraft patrolling a disputed section of the South China Sea on Tuesday (Feb 17). News agency AFP said that the aircraft was carrying a group of journalists over the contested Scarborough Shoal.&nbsp;
The Philippine Coast Guard shared the video, which showed a Chinese navy helicopter flying close to a Philippine aircraft patrolling. They immediately said over the radio: "You are flying too close; you are very dangerous and endangering the lives of our crew and passengers&rdquo;.
"Keep away and distance your aircraft from us. You are violating the safety standard," the Philippine pilot added.&nbsp;
The Coast Guard said in the statement that the People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) helicopter had been "as close as three metres" to the fisheries bureau's Cessna."&nbsp;
"This reckless action posed a serious risk to the safety of the pilots and passengers," it added.&nbsp;
Watch the video here:&nbsp;
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WATCH: A Chinese Navy helicopter came as close as 3 meters to a Philippine fisheries bureau plane over Panatag (Scarborough) Shoal, making dangerous maneuvers and shadowing the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources plane for about 40 minutes. The Inquirer was onboard the BFAR&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/VcVfs8MpTN">pic.twitter.com/VcVfs8MpTN</a>
&mdash; Inquirer (@inquirerdotnet) <a href="https://twitter.com/inquirerdotnet/status/1891768186644857124?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 18, 2025</a></blockquote>
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This is the second incident within weeks as Australia recently said that a Chinese fighter jet dropped flares near an Australian Air Force plane patrolling the South China Sea. Beijing swiftly hit back, accusing the Australian plane of "violating Chinese sovereignty and endangering Chinese national security".&nbsp;
Australia's defence department said the plane was flying a "routine" surveillance patrol over the contested waters on February 11 when the Chinese aircraft approached.&nbsp;
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<h2>South China Sea conflict&nbsp;</h2>
Territorial disputes in the South China Sea grab the attention of the world. It involves conflicting island and maritime claims in the region by several sovereign states, namely Brunei, China Taiwan, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, and Vietnam.&nbsp;
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Beijing has ignored a 2016 ruling by the Permanent Court of Arbitration in The Hague that its claims to almost the entire sea have no legal basis.&nbsp;
In recent years, China has ramped up patrols of the waters and reefs in the South China Sea and built artificial islands that it has militarised to reinforce its assertion.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

World | The Philippine Coast Guard released footage of the close encounter, emphasising the risk to the aircraft's crew and passengers. Such manoeuvres escalate regional disputes.

The Philippine Coast Guard said that a Chinese Navy helicopter flew "dangerously" close, reportedly within three metres, to a government aircraft patrolling a disputed section of the South China Sea on Tuesday (Feb 17). News agency AFP said that the aircraft was carrying a group of journalists over the contested Scarborough Shoal. The Philippine Coast Guard shared the video, which showed a Chinese navy helicopter flying close to a Philippine aircraft patrolling. They immediately said over the radio: "You are flying too close; you are very dangerous and endangering the lives of our crew and passengers”. "Keep away and distance your aircraft from us. You are violating the safety standard," the Philippine pilot added. The Coast Guard said in the statement that the People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) helicopter had been "as close as three metres" to the fisheries bureau's Cessna." "This reckless action posed a serious risk to the safety of the pilots and passengers," it added. Watch the video here: WATCH: A Chinese Navy helicopter came as close as 3 meters to a Philippine fisheries bureau plane over Panatag (Scarborough) Shoal, making dangerous maneuvers and shadowing the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources plane for about 40 minutes. The Inquirer was onboard the BFAR… pic.twitter.com/VcVfs8MpTN — Inquirer (@inquirerdotnet) February 18, 2025 Also read: India at UNSC slams Pakistan's campaigns of 'misinformation' over Kashmir This is the second incident within weeks as Australia recently said that a Chinese fighter jet dropped flares near an Australian Air Force plane patrolling the South China Sea. Beijing swiftly hit back, accusing the Australian plane of "violating Chinese sovereignty and endangering Chinese national security". Australia's defence department said the plane was flying a "routine" surveillance patrol over the contested waters on February 11 when the Chinese aircraft approached. Also read: 'Will not tolerate': Maharashtra CM wants 'objectionable' content about Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj removed from Wikipedia South China Sea conflict Territorial disputes in the South China Sea grab the attention of the world. It involves conflicting island and maritime claims in the region by several sovereign states, namely Brunei, China Taiwan, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, and Vietnam. Also read: US President Donald Trump and Elon Musk's first joint interview to air today - Know all details inside Beijing has ignored a 2016 ruling by the Permanent Court of Arbitration in The Hague that its claims to almost the entire sea have no legal basis. In recent years, China has ramped up patrols of the waters and reefs in the South China Sea and built artificial islands that it has militarised to reinforce its assertion. (With inputs from agencies)

South China Sea: Chinese helicopter flew 'dangerously' within 3m of Philippine plane

The jury has declared American rapper A$AP Rocky as not guilty of charges of assault after a trial in Los Angeles concluded on Tuesday (Feb 18). The rapper had faced more than two decades in prison if he had been convicted of the alleged attack on a former friend in Hollywood in 2021.
The rapper, whose real name is Rakim Mayers, was seen hugging people in relief as the verdict was announced in the courtroom.
A$AP Rocky is in a relationship with Rihanna and the couple share two children together.&nbsp; As the verdict was announced, Rihanna was seen screaming in glee as Rocky hugged her and sobbed.
<h2>Assault charges against A$AP Rocky</h2>
During the weeks-long trial, prosecutors said Mayers had shot a nine-millimetre semi-automatic weapon during a confrontation with Terell Ephron, also known as A$AP Relli, on November 6, 2021, in the heart of Hollywood, grazing Ephron's hand.
Mayers, 36, had insisted he had been carrying only a harmless prop gun.
The two had previously been friends, and were part of A$AP, a rap collective from New York, but fell out because other members of the group felt Mayers' commercial success had made him arrogant.
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Ephron told the jury he had been lured to a parking garage for an encounter that was partially caught on grainy surveillance video.
He claimed that after the two exchanged words, Mayers pulled a gun from his waistband, put it toward Relli's stomach and said, "I'll kill you right now."
Ephron said two bullets were fired, with one of them grazing his knuckles.
The rapper's attorney Joe Tacopina said the weapon was "absolutely nothing more than a prop gun... a starter gun, a blank gun, a fake gun. It's used in pop movies and music videos."
Neither side was able to produce the gun they said had been used on the night.
<h2>Extortion</h2>
Tacopina said the whole story of a shooting had been manufactured to extort money from A$AP Rocky.&nbsp;
Speaking after the verdict, Tacopina told reporters the jury had seen through the "mirage of a case. I've always said this was an extortion. The extortion played out live in court," he said.
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"The district attorney should look long and hard at prosecuting Terell Ephron."
Tacopina paid tribute to Mayers and Rihanna, whom he described as "the greatest people."
<h2>About A$AP Rocky</h2>
A$AP Rocky shot to fame in the first half of the last decade with two mega-selling albums: "Long. Live. A$AP" and "At. Long. Last. A$AP."&nbsp;
In 2019, he was given a suspended prison sentence in Sweden after a fight, in an affair that caused diplomatic tensions between Stockholm and Washington, pushing then-president Donald Trump to intervene.
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Entertainment | Hollywood - During the weeks-long trial, prosecutors said Rocky had shot a nine-millimetre semi-automatic weapon during a confrontation with Terell Ephron on November 6, 2021, in the heart of Hollywood, grazing Ephron's hand.

The jury has declared American rapper A$AP Rocky as not guilty of charges of assault after a trial in Los Angeles concluded on Tuesday (Feb 18). The rapper had faced more than two decades in prison if he had been convicted of the alleged attack on a former friend in Hollywood in 2021. The rapper, whose real name is Rakim Mayers, was seen hugging people in relief as the verdict was announced in the courtroom. A$AP Rocky is in a relationship with Rihanna and the couple share two children together. As the verdict was announced, Rihanna was seen screaming in glee as Rocky hugged her and sobbed. Assault charges against A$AP Rocky During the weeks-long trial, prosecutors said Mayers had shot a nine-millimetre semi-automatic weapon during a confrontation with Terell Ephron, also known as A$AP Relli, on November 6, 2021, in the heart of Hollywood, grazing Ephron's hand. Mayers, 36, had insisted he had been carrying only a harmless prop gun. The two had previously been friends, and were part of A$AP, a rap collective from New York, but fell out because other members of the group felt Mayers' commercial success had made him arrogant. A$AP Rocky's trial: Rihanna makes her second court appearance in support of her partner Ephron told the jury he had been lured to a parking garage for an encounter that was partially caught on grainy surveillance video. He claimed that after the two exchanged words, Mayers pulled a gun from his waistband, put it toward Relli's stomach and said, "I'll kill you right now." Ephron said two bullets were fired, with one of them grazing his knuckles. The rapper's attorney Joe Tacopina said the weapon was "absolutely nothing more than a prop gun... a starter gun, a blank gun, a fake gun. It's used in pop movies and music videos." Neither side was able to produce the gun they said had been used on the night. Extortion Tacopina said the whole story of a shooting had been manufactured to extort money from A$AP Rocky. Speaking after the verdict, Tacopina told reporters the jury had seen through the "mirage of a case. I've always said this was an extortion. The extortion played out live in court," he said. In Rihanna's way! Singer gets Mariah Carey's autograph on her chest | Watch "The district attorney should look long and hard at prosecuting Terell Ephron." Tacopina paid tribute to Mayers and Rihanna, whom he described as "the greatest people." About A$AP Rocky A$AP Rocky shot to fame in the first half of the last decade with two mega-selling albums: "Long. Live. A$AP" and "At. Long. Last. A$AP." In 2019, he was given a suspended prison sentence in Sweden after a fight, in an affair that caused diplomatic tensions between Stockholm and Washington, pushing then-president Donald Trump to intervene. A$AP Rocky had only a prop gun in shooting case: lawyer

Rapper A$AP Rocky hugs Rihanna, well-wishers as court declares him not guilty in assault trial

Days after popstar Shakira was taken to the emergency room for an abdominal condition, the Colombian singer's medical records were leaked on social media. The leak sparked widespread outrage among fans and has led to an investigation by Peruvian authorities.&nbsp;&nbsp;As a result of the abdominal issue, the singer had to postpone her scheduled concert in Peru on Saturday. The authorities on Tuesday (Feb 18) warned of hefty fines as they investigate how the records got leaked online.&nbsp; A spokeswoman for Peru's national health service watchdog told AFP news agency on Tuesday that investigations were well underway and the clinic where the singer was admitted could face a fine of up to $430,000.&nbsp; "Yesterday (Monday) we were at the clinic, we met with the officials, they have given their explanation, which is confidential," spokeswoman Ruby Cubas told AFP.&nbsp;
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The Delgado clinic, where Shakira was treated, said it was also investigating what it called a "serious ethical breach of our code of conduct and regulations governing personal data processing."&nbsp;
"We have already identified and started the sanctioning process against those proven responsible," it said in a statement.&nbsp;
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<h2>Shakira on world tour</h2>
Shakira is on her first world tour in seven years. She is set to perform nearly 50 dates in Latin America by the end of June, followed by more concerts in the United States and Canada.&nbsp; She performed in Lima on Monday night, offering "eternal thanks" to her "beautiful Peruvian audience!! So much love and care you've given me!!" The tour, titled Las mujeres ya no lloran (Women Don't Cry Anymore), the tour kicked off in Rio de Janeiro just a few days after she received a Grammy for best Latin pop album.&nbsp;
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The singer dedicated the award to migrants in the United States facing deportation under President Donald Trump.&nbsp;
With over 90 million records sold worldwide and an array of awards, Shakira is one of the most popular Latin artists ever. (With agency inputs)

Entertainment Shakira was rushed to the emergency on Saturday after the singer complained of abdominal pain. Her concert in Peru had to be cancelled due to her ill health.

Days after popstar Shakira was taken to the emergency room for an abdominal condition, the Colombian singer's medical records were leaked on social media. The leak sparked widespread outrage among fans and has led to an investigation by Peruvian authorities. As a result of the abdominal issue, the singer had to postpone her scheduled concert in Peru on Saturday. The authorities on Tuesday (Feb 18) warned of hefty fines as they investigate how the records got leaked online. A spokeswoman for Peru's national health service watchdog told AFP news agency on Tuesday that investigations were well underway and the clinic where the singer was admitted could face a fine of up to $430,000. "Yesterday (Monday) we were at the clinic, we met with the officials, they have given their explanation, which is confidential," spokeswoman Ruby Cubas told AFP. Also read: Shakira rushed to hospital due to abdominal pain The investigation is expected to last 25 days. The Delgado clinic, where Shakira was treated, said it was also investigating what it called a "serious ethical breach of our code of conduct and regulations governing personal data processing." "We have already identified and started the sanctioning process against those proven responsible," it said in a statement. Shakira resumes world tour after Lima hospital stay Shakira on world tour Shakira is on her first world tour in seven years. She is set to perform nearly 50 dates in Latin America by the end of June, followed by more concerts in the United States and Canada. She performed in Lima on Monday night, offering "eternal thanks" to her "beautiful Peruvian audience!! So much love and care you've given me!!" The tour, titled Las mujeres ya no lloran (Women Don't Cry Anymore), the tour kicked off in Rio de Janeiro just a few days after she received a Grammy for best Latin pop album. Beyonce announces her Cowboy Carter tour dates: Check details here The singer dedicated the award to migrants in the United States facing deportation under President Donald Trump. With over 90 million records sold worldwide and an array of awards, Shakira is one of the most popular Latin artists ever. (With agency inputs)

Shakira's medical record gets leaked online, leads to investigation in Peru

It's finally happening. Sunny Deol and Varun Dhawan have started working on Border 2. On Monday, the makers of the film took to Instagram and shared a BTS picture from the sets of the film in Jhansi.
<h2>Shooting begins of Border 2</h2>
The picture features Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, producers Bhushan Kumar, Nidhi Dutta, co-producer Shiv Chanana, Binoy Gandhi, and director Anurag Singh. While Sunny and Varun can be seen sitting atop a tank, the producers stood in front of it.
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SUNNY DEOL BEGINS SHOOT FOR 'BORDER 2'&hellip; 23 JAN 2026 [*REPUBLIC DAY* WEEKEND] RELEASE... <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SunnyDeol?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SunnyDeol</a> has begun shooting for <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Border2?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Border2</a> in <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Jhansi?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Jhansi</a>, with <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/VarunDhawan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#VarunDhawan</a> also joining the schedule. Producers <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BhushanKumar?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BhushanKumar</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NidhiDutta?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NidhiDutta</a>, co-producers <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ShivChanana?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ShivChanana</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BinoyGandhi?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BinoyGandhi</a> and&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/9UB9lONGuS">pic.twitter.com/9UB9lONGuS</a>
&mdash; taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) <a href="https://twitter.com/taran_adarsh/status/1891723884552126754?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 18, 2025</a></blockquote>

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The film also stars Ahan Shetty and Diljit Dosanjh. While Border was based on the events of the Battle of Longewala, Border 2 is presumably based on the Kargil War, which occurred in 1999. The conflict between the two countries was mostly limited. In early 1999, Pakistani troops infiltrated the Line of Control (LoC) and occupied Indian territory mostly in the Kargil district. India responded by launching a major military and diplomatic offensive to drive out the Pakistani infiltrators. As per official data, an estimated 75%&ndash;80% of the intruded area and nearly all high ground was back under Indian control. Border, which was released in 1997, featured an ensemble star cast including Suniel Shetty, Jackie Shroff, Akshaye Khanna, Sudesh Berry, and Puneet Issar, alongside a supporting cast including Kulbhushan Kharbanda, Tabu, Raakhee, Pooja Bhatt, and Sharbani Mukherjee.
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(With inputs from agencies)

Entertainment | Bollywood: The film also stars Ahan Shetty and Diljit Dosanjh. While Border was based on the events of the Battle of Longewala, Border 2 is presumably based on the Kargil War, which occurred in 1999.

It's finally happening. Sunny Deol and Varun Dhawan have started working on Border 2. On Monday, the makers of the film took to Instagram and shared a BTS picture from the sets of the film in Jhansi. Shooting begins of Border 2 The picture features Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, producers Bhushan Kumar, Nidhi Dutta, co-producer Shiv Chanana, Binoy Gandhi, and director Anurag Singh. While Sunny and Varun can be seen sitting atop a tank, the producers stood in front of it. Border 2: Varun Dhawan joins Sunny Deol's sequel, actor pens heartfelt note The makers wrote in the caption, “Action, legacy, and patriotism! #SunnyDeol on the sets of #Border2 in the rugged cantonment of Jhansi, alongside #VarunDhawan, Producer #BhushanKumar, #NidhiDutta, co-producer #ShivChanana, #BinoyGandhi, & director #AnuragSingh January 23, 2026, gear up for a saga of valor and sacrifice”. SUNNY DEOL BEGINS SHOOT FOR 'BORDER 2'… 23 JAN 2026 [*REPUBLIC DAY* WEEKEND] RELEASE... #SunnyDeol has begun shooting for #Border2 in #Jhansi, with #VarunDhawan also joining the schedule. Producers #BhushanKumar and #NidhiDutta, co-producers #ShivChanana and #BinoyGandhi and… pic.twitter.com/9UB9lONGuS — taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) February 18, 2025 The film also stars Ahan Shetty and Diljit Dosanjh. While Border was based on the events of the Battle of Longewala, Border 2 is presumably based on the Kargil War, which occurred in 1999. The conflict between the two countries was mostly limited. In early 1999, Pakistani troops infiltrated the Line of Control (LoC) and occupied Indian territory mostly in the Kargil district. India responded by launching a major military and diplomatic offensive to drive out the Pakistani infiltrators. As per official data, an estimated 75%–80% of the intruded area and nearly all high ground was back under Indian control. Border, which was released in 1997, featured an ensemble star cast including Suniel Shetty, Jackie Shroff, Akshaye Khanna, Sudesh Berry, and Puneet Issar, alongside a supporting cast including Kulbhushan Kharbanda, Tabu, Raakhee, Pooja Bhatt, and Sharbani Mukherjee. Varun Dhawan defends Allu Arjun after arrest: Can't blame one person Border 2 is presented by Gulshan Kumar & T-Series & JP Dutta's J.P. Films. The film is produced by Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, JP Dutta, and Nidhi Dutta, and is set to land in theatres on January 23, 2026. (With inputs from agencies)

Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan are battle ready atop a tank in BTS picture from Jhansi on sets of Border 2

For years, India&rsquo;s entertainment choices followed a predictable pattern&mdash;Bollywood ruled, regional films mostly stayed within their home markets, and Hollywood catered to niche urban audiences. Theatrical releases dictated what people watched, and appointment viewing on television was the norm. Then came the streaming revolution, and everything changed. What started as a convenience-driven shift has now become a full-fledged cultural phenomenon, with audiences embracing stories from every corner of India&mdash;and the world&mdash;like never before. At the heart of this transformation is how theatrical blockbusters have found a second life on OTT. A film&rsquo;s journey doesn&rsquo;t end when the credits roll in cinemas anymore&mdash;sometimes, it truly begins when it lands on streaming. Some movies may have had a great box office run, but their true fandom explodes online, while others, despite limited theatrical success, become sleeper hits the moment they drop on a platform. From high-octane action spectacles to word-of-mouth indie gems, OTT has turned every living room into a personal movie theater, minus the overpriced popcorn.
One of the biggest shifts has been the explosion of regional cinema on streaming platforms. Earlier, a film&rsquo;s reach was largely determined by its theatrical release, but today, language barriers have almost disappeared. Tamil and Telugu blockbusters, Malayalam thrillers, and Marathi dramas are no longer just regional successes; they're national sensations. Subtitles and dubbing have made it easier than ever for audiences to explore content beyond their native language, and films that may have had a limited theatrical run are now thriving on streaming. A Tamil action spectacle can trend in Delhi, and a Marathi drama can find viewers in Kolkata. This shift is not just a win for regional filmmakers but also a testament to how storytelling is driving viewership over language. At the same time, international content has gone from being a niche interest to a mainstream obsession. Hollywood blockbusters have always found an audience in India, but today, their reach is amplified with streaming. The real surprise, however, has been the meteoric rise of K-dramas and anime. What was once considered a subculture has turned into a massive wave, with audiences across metros and smaller towns tuning in. K-dramas have redefined romance for a generation that craves fresh storytelling, while anime, with its dynamic plots and deep themes, has built an ever-growing loyal base. Whether it&rsquo;s a high-school romance from Seoul, an intense samurai saga from Tokyo, or a Marvel blockbuster from Hollywood, global content is now an everyday part of Indian entertainment.
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Entertainment | Lifestyle: At the heart of this transformation is how theatrical blockbusters have found a second life on OTT. A film’s journey doesn’t end when the credits roll in cinemas anymore.

For years, India’s entertainment choices followed a predictable pattern—Bollywood ruled, regional films mostly stayed within their home markets, and Hollywood catered to niche urban audiences. Theatrical releases dictated what people watched, and appointment viewing on television was the norm. Then came the streaming revolution, and everything changed. What started as a convenience-driven shift has now become a full-fledged cultural phenomenon, with audiences embracing stories from every corner of India—and the world—like never before. At the heart of this transformation is how theatrical blockbusters have found a second life on OTT. A film’s journey doesn’t end when the credits roll in cinemas anymore—sometimes, it truly begins when it lands on streaming. Some movies may have had a great box office run, but their true fandom explodes online, while others, despite limited theatrical success, become sleeper hits the moment they drop on a platform. From high-octane action spectacles to word-of-mouth indie gems, OTT has turned every living room into a personal movie theater, minus the overpriced popcorn. One of the biggest shifts has been the explosion of regional cinema on streaming platforms. Earlier, a film’s reach was largely determined by its theatrical release, but today, language barriers have almost disappeared. Tamil and Telugu blockbusters, Malayalam thrillers, and Marathi dramas are no longer just regional successes; they're national sensations. Subtitles and dubbing have made it easier than ever for audiences to explore content beyond their native language, and films that may have had a limited theatrical run are now thriving on streaming. A Tamil action spectacle can trend in Delhi, and a Marathi drama can find viewers in Kolkata. This shift is not just a win for regional filmmakers but also a testament to how storytelling is driving viewership over language. At the same time, international content has gone from being a niche interest to a mainstream obsession. Hollywood blockbusters have always found an audience in India, but today, their reach is amplified with streaming. The real surprise, however, has been the meteoric rise of K-dramas and anime. What was once considered a subculture has turned into a massive wave, with audiences across metros and smaller towns tuning in. K-dramas have redefined romance for a generation that craves fresh storytelling, while anime, with its dynamic plots and deep themes, has built an ever-growing loyal base. Whether it’s a high-school romance from Seoul, an intense samurai saga from Tokyo, or a Marvel blockbuster from Hollywood, global content is now an everyday part of Indian entertainment. Who will play Dumbledore? THIS actor is reportedly in talks for the iconic role in the Harry Potter series And then there’s sports—the heartbeat of Indian entertainment. Cricket, of course, remains king, but streaming has changed the way sports is consumed. From live matches with multi-angle viewing to exclusive coverage of international leagues, digital platforms have made sports viewing more immersive than ever. Football, kabaddi, and even niche tournaments are finding dedicated audiences, proving that sports fandom in India isn’t limited to just the big stadium events anymore. With such a vast and evolving content landscape, a platform that seamlessly brings it all together is what truly drives the streaming revolution. This is where platforms like Netflix, JioHotstar, Prime Video play a pivotal role. The recently launched JioHotstar is offering one of the most expansive and diverse content with a good mix of regional blockbusters, Bollywood hits, international sensations, and live sports—all under one roof. Whether it’s the latest Tamil thriller, a Hollywood action spectacle, or a high-stakes sports match, the platform ensures that audiences never have to look elsewhere. As streaming continues to break barriers, one thing is clear: Indian audiences are no longer bound by language, genre, or format. They are experimental, diverse, and open to discovering stories from every part of the world. And in this new era of entertainment, platforms that offer infinite possibilities will be the ones defining the future. 'They want to kill me..' Ranveer Allahbadia breaks silence, reveals he's getting death threats

How India’s streaming audience is becoming more diverse and experimental

The Supreme Court of India has granted interim protection from arrest to YouTuber-Podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia aka Beer Biceps concerning the multiple cases filed against him over a controversial remark he made on Samay Raina's show India's Got Latent. Allahbadia's remark led to massive backlash and multiple cases against him.&nbsp;
Infuriated over Allahbadia's comments, a bench of Justices Surya Kant and N Kotiswar Singh said, &ldquo;...There is something dirty in his mind which has been vomited on the YouTube show.&rdquo; However, the top court granted him relief, agreeing to the submissions of senior advocate Abhinav Chandrachud, representing the influencer, that he be protected from any coercive action. Moreover, he is receiving death threats, the advocate said.
On Tuesday the Supreme Court gave partial relief to Allahbadia and stated no further FIRs shall be lodged against the influencer for his comments during the YouTube show. If any FIR is lodged, Allahbadia will not be arrested.&nbsp; The court asked Allahbadia to cooperate in the probe of FIRs lodged against him in Maharashtra, Assam over his alleged distasteful comments. SC also restrained Allahbadia, Raina, and other influencers related to the case for posting any other episode until further notice.&nbsp;
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Allahbadia has also been instructed to deposit his passport to the Thane police and not travel outside of India without prior permission from the court.&nbsp;
Earlier, Allahbadia had approached the Indian Supreme Court seeking to club multiple FIRs lodged against him across the country over his recent inappropriate comments during his guest appearance on a show India's Got Latent.&nbsp;
<h2>What is the Ranveer Allahbadia controversy?</h2>
Popular YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia, aka Beer Biceps, made a comment about incest in one of the episodes of India&rsquo;s Got Latent that featured Ashish, Samay, Apoorva Mukhija, and others.
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/indias-got-latent-row-samay-raina-gets-relief-police-grant-him-time-till-next-month-to-record-statement-8724264">India's Got Latent row: Samay Raina gets relief, police grant him time till next month to record statement</a>
During an interaction with a contestant on India&rsquo;s Got Latent, Ranveer asked, &ldquo;Would you rather watch your parents have sex for the rest of your life or join in once to make it stop?&rdquo; The remark sparked outrage, quickly going viral on social media, with netizens calling him out for his inappropriate comments.
<h2>What Samay Raina, Ranveer Allahbadia said</h2>
After receiving flak for the joke and the controversy that followed, Ranveer apologised for his remarks and called it a &lsquo;lack of judgment&rsquo; on his part. &ldquo;I don't want to be the kind of person who takes that responsibility lightly. Family is the last thing that I would ever disrespect. I need to use this platform better,&rdquo; he said in a video message as the controversy blew over.
Meanwhile, Samay Raina too broke his silence on the controversy on Wednesday and stated that he has deleted all India&rsquo;s Got Latent episodes from YouTube.
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/ranveer-allahbadia-kanan-gill-asked-the-same-question-in-this-old-video-samay-raina-indias-got-latent-8721791">Like Ranveer Allahbadia, Kanan Gill asked the same question in this old video, watch</a>
&ldquo;My only objective was to make people laugh and have a good time. I will fully cooperate with all agencies to ensure their inquiries are concluded fairly,&rdquo; he wrote on social media.&nbsp;
(With agency inputs)
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Trending | Entertainment  On Tuesday the Supreme Court gave partial relief to Allahbadia and stated no further FIRs shall be lodged against the influencer for his comments during the YouTube show. I

The Supreme Court of India has granted interim protection from arrest to YouTuber-Podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia aka Beer Biceps concerning the multiple cases filed against him over a controversial remark he made on Samay Raina's show India's Got Latent. Allahbadia's remark led to massive backlash and multiple cases against him. Infuriated over Allahbadia's comments, a bench of Justices Surya Kant and N Kotiswar Singh said, “...There is something dirty in his mind which has been vomited on the YouTube show.” However, the top court granted him relief, agreeing to the submissions of senior advocate Abhinav Chandrachud, representing the influencer, that he be protected from any coercive action. Moreover, he is receiving death threats, the advocate said. On Tuesday the Supreme Court gave partial relief to Allahbadia and stated no further FIRs shall be lodged against the influencer for his comments during the YouTube show. If any FIR is lodged, Allahbadia will not be arrested. The court asked Allahbadia to cooperate in the probe of FIRs lodged against him in Maharashtra, Assam over his alleged distasteful comments. SC also restrained Allahbadia, Raina, and other influencers related to the case for posting any other episode until further notice. Samay Raina summoned by Cyber Cell for second time this week, comedian says he is in US Allahbadia has also been instructed to deposit his passport to the Thane police and not travel outside of India without prior permission from the court. Earlier, Allahbadia had approached the Indian Supreme Court seeking to club multiple FIRs lodged against him across the country over his recent inappropriate comments during his guest appearance on a show India's Got Latent. What is the Ranveer Allahbadia controversy? Popular YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia, aka Beer Biceps, made a comment about incest in one of the episodes of India’s Got Latent that featured Ashish, Samay, Apoorva Mukhija, and others. India's Got Latent row: Samay Raina gets relief, police grant him time till next month to record statement During an interaction with a contestant on India’s Got Latent, Ranveer asked, “Would you rather watch your parents have sex for the rest of your life or join in once to make it stop?” The remark sparked outrage, quickly going viral on social media, with netizens calling him out for his inappropriate comments. What Samay Raina, Ranveer Allahbadia said After receiving flak for the joke and the controversy that followed, Ranveer apologised for his remarks and called it a ‘lack of judgment’ on his part. “I don't want to be the kind of person who takes that responsibility lightly. Family is the last thing that I would ever disrespect. I need to use this platform better,” he said in a video message as the controversy blew over. Meanwhile, Samay Raina too broke his silence on the controversy on Wednesday and stated that he has deleted all India’s Got Latent episodes from YouTube. Like Ranveer Allahbadia, Kanan Gill asked the same question in this old video, watch “My only objective was to make people laugh and have a good time. I will fully cooperate with all agencies to ensure their inquiries are concluded fairly,” he wrote on social media. (With agency inputs)

‘Something dirty in his mind’: Supreme Court slams Ranveer Allahbadia, but grants him protection from arrest

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