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Tanya Maniktala on how Gurmmeet Singh’s ‘Paan Parda Zarda’ has strong female characters, like the ones in his popular show ‘Mirzapur’

A same sex couple has approached the Bombay High Court challenging Section 56(2)(x) of the Income Tax Act, which exempts gifts between spouses from tax but excludes LGBTQ+ partners. The plea seeks to declare the term ‘spouse’ unconstitutional for its narrow definition, denying same sex couples equal tax benefits.

Janmashtami, a revered Hindu festival that marks the birth of Lord Krishna, is celebrated with spiritual and cultural fervour across the country. As devotees in India excitedly prepare to bring in the festivities, here are some vibrant glimpses of the celebrations (Pics/PTI)

Rescuers pulled out 46 bodies, including that of two CISF personnel, on Thursday. In addition, 167 people have been rescued in an injured condition, while 69 others were reported missing by their relatives