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Hindustan Times
21 minutes ago
- Hindustan Times
Indian nurse on death row in Yemen: SC told negotiations going on, no immediate threat
New Delhi, The Supreme Court was informed on Thursday that there was "no immediate threat" to Indian nurse Nimisha Priya who is on death row in Yemen for murder. It then listed the matter after eight weeks. Indian nurse on death row in Yemen: SC told negotiations going on, no immediate threat The counsel for petitioner organisation Save Nimisha Priya International Action Council, which is extending legal support to Priya, requested a bench of Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta to adjourn the matter. The apex court was hearing a plea seeking a direction to the Centre to use diplomatic channels to save the 38-year-old nurse from Palakkad in Kerala who was convicted of murdering her Yemeni business partner in 2017. "Negotiations are going on. As of now there is no immediate threat. Kindly adjourn it by four weeks. Hopefully, everything will be over by that time," the counsel said. "Let this matter be listed after eight weeks," the bench then said. The petitioner's counsel said they would mention the matter before the top court if there was any urgency. The top court was apprised last month that Priya's execution, which was scheduled for July 16, had been stayed. On July 18, the Centre informed the top court that efforts were on and the government was trying everything possible to ensure Priya came out safely. The petitioner organisation sought a Centre-appointed delegation to go to Yemen to meet the murder victim's family for negotiations. The bench said the petitioner could make a representation to the government. The petitioner's counsel had earlier said Priya's mother was in Yemen to negotiate with the victim's family and she has gone there as the Delhi High Court asked the Centre to give her permission to travel. Priya was convicted in 2017, sentenced to death in 2020 and her final appeal rejected in 2023. She is imprisoned in a jail in the Yemen capital Sana'a. The petitioner's counsel had earlier told the apex court that payment of blood money to the family of the deceased permissible under the Sharia law could be explored. He said the victim's family might pardon Priya if blood money was paid. On July 17, India said it was in touch with Yemeni authorities as well as certain friendly nations as part of efforts to reach a "mutually agreeable solution" in the case. According to Yemeni court documents, Priya allegedly drugged and murdered Talal Abdo Mahdi in July 2017. This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
Time of India
35 minutes ago
- Time of India
16 BSF personnel awarded for Operation Sindoor among 1,090 Independence Day medal recipients
Sixteen personnel of the Border Security Force (BSF) have been awarded gallantry medals for displaying "conspicuous bravery" and "unmatched valour" during Operation Sindoor , a military operation carried out in May against terror and military targets in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. The BSF is tasked with guarding the India-Pakistan border along the western flank of the country. Independence Day 2025 Before Trump, British used tariffs to kill Indian textile Bank of Azad Hind: When Netaji gave India its own currency Swadeshi 2.0: India is no longer just a market, it's a maker "This Independence Day, 16 Brave Seema Praharis (border guards) are being awarded Gallantry Medals for their conspicuous bravery & unmatched valour, for being resolute & steadfast during the Ops Sindoor,' the BSF said in a social media post, as reported by PTI. 'The medals are a testament to the Nation's faith & trust reposed in the India's First Line of Defence: The Border Security Force," the post added. According to PTI, among the recipients are a deputy commandant, two assistant commandants, and an inspector. Operation Sindoor Live Events Operation Sindoor was launched from May 7 to 10 in retaliation for the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, in which 26 people, mostly tourists, were killed. Indian forces targeted terrorist and military infrastructure across the Line of Control during the 88-hour operation. The recognition of BSF personnel reflects their role in maintaining security and resilience during the offensive. Government announces over 1,000 service medals ahead of Independence Day The gallantry medals to BSF personnel are part of a larger announcement made by the Union Home Ministry ahead of Independence Day. A total of 1,090 service medals have been awarded to police and security personnel across central and state forces, including those from fire services, home guards, civil defence, and correctional services, PTI reported. According to a ministry statement, 233 personnel have been awarded the Medal for Gallantry (GM), 99 have received the President's Medal for Distinguished Service (PSM), and 758 have been given the Medal for Meritorious Service (MSM). Among the gallantry medals, the highest number 152 were awarded to personnel involved in operations in Jammu and Kashmir, followed by 54 for anti-Naxal duties, three for the northeast region, and 24 from other areas. Additionally, "four fire service personnel and one home guard and civil defence official have also been awarded the gallantry medal," the statement said. As noted by PTI, the Medal for Gallantry is conferred for rare and conspicuous acts of bravery in saving lives, protecting property, preventing crime, or arresting criminals. The PSM is awarded for a special distinguished record in service, while the MSM is given for valuable service marked by dedication and resourcefulness.
Time of India
35 minutes ago
- Time of India
Give proof, don't use dirty phrases like 'vote chori': EC
Amid relentless attacks by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi over alleged voter data fudging , the Election Commission on Thursday said instead of creating false narrative by using "dirty phrases" like ' vote chori ', proof should be given. Independence Day 2025 Before Trump, British used tariffs to kill Indian textile Bank of Azad Hind: When Netaji gave India its own currency Swadeshi 2.0: India is no longer just a market, it's a maker In a statement, the EC said the law for "one person one vote" is already is existence since the first elections in 1951-1952. "If anyone has any proof of any person actually voting twice in any election, it should be shared with ECI with a written affidavit rather than colouring all the electors of India as 'chor' without any proof," it said. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Buy the Dip: Top 5 Dividend Stocks with Growth Potential Seeking Alpha Read Now Undo The poll authority said that by trying to create a false narrative by using "dirty phrases" like "vote chori" for Indian electors, is not only a direct attack on the crores of Indian electors but also an assault on the integrity of lakhs of election staff. Gandhi, the Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha, last week cited data to allege that more than one lakh votes were 'stolen' in the Mahadevpura assembly constituency of Bengaluru Central Lok Sabha in the 2024 elections , resulting in the defeat of a Congress candidate. Live Events The Election Commission had directed Gandhi to give a written declaration on his claims.
