official decorum

The BCCI has warned IPL teams of stricter action for violating league rules after Rajasthan Royals faced controversies involving team manager Ravinder Singh Bhinder and captain Riyan Parag. Bhinder was fined for using a mobile phone near the dugout, while Parag was penalised for vaping in the dressing room. BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia said the board is reviewing IPL protocols, while RR coach Kumar Sangakkara said the issues had been addressed internally.

A home guard in Nuh has been suspended for indiscipline after videos surfaced showing him smoking and making social media reels in uniform. The incident also raised questions about his use of a police uniform with sub-inspector insignia, prompting an inquiry into potential procedural lapses and tarnishing the force's image.

Kedarnath Temple has banned mobile phone use within its premises to preserve the shrine's sanctity and enhance the devotee experience. This prohibition includes photography and videography, with legal action threatened for violations. Meanwhile, Rudraprayag authorities have implemented a comprehensive traffic management plan, including enhanced police deployment and parking facilities, to ensure a smooth and safe Kedarnath Yatra.

Tensions flared in West Bengal as the TMC clashed with the Election Commission over claims of voter deletions, leading to a barrage of accusations. In another development, the Election Commission's abrupt replacement of Tamil Nadu's Chief Secretary and DGP sparked outrage from Chief Minister Stalin, who accused the EC of showing favoritism toward the BJP and AIADMK.

A viral video of a campus brawl at a top private university has ignited a fierce debate online. While the footage shows a physical altercation between students, the crowd's reaction, including chants of "Maro, Maro," and a bystander calmly eating shawarma, has drawn significant attention.

The BJP has labeled the Trinamool Congress a "fake news factory" after West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee accused the BJP and PM Modi of insulting President Droupadi Murmu. Banerjee presented a photo suggesting the PM was seated while the President stood during an award ceremony, contradicting BJP's claims of protocol adherence.

Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar on Tuesday expressed his displeasure over the "undermining" of his autonomy as the chancellor of universities by the education department's undue meddling in the affairs of the universities.

Calling seniors 'bhai' during duty hours or within office premises will now invite disciplinary action for officers under the state directorate of animal husbandry and veterinary services.