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Richa Banka

Richa Banka

Reports from the Delhi High Court and stories on legal developments in the city. Avid mountain lover, cooking and playing with birds 🐦 when not at work

Articles by Richa Banka

The end of the easy Canada era for Indians

Indian nationals make up the bulk of a decline in the admission of permanent residents by Canada between January and May this year — almost 60% of the overall reduction of 21,450. (Getty Images)

Updated on Jul 28, 2026 16:41 IST

Manipur needs honest reckoning

A securitised approach focussed on pumping more forces into the state has yielded little result. (AFP)

Updated on Jul 28, 2026 16:40 IST

Will US strike Iran again? Donald Trump sends mixed signals: 'Can avoid if…'

Trump’s remarks come four days after the US and Iran paused their exchange of attacks.

Updated on Jul 28, 2026 16:35 IST

WhatsApp rolls out web calling; adds new call features: Here's what's new

WhatsApp allows users to make and receive audio and video calls on the web browser.

Updated on Jul 28, 2026 16:34 IST

Corporate vs influencer life: Bengaluru women compare jobs, perks and struggles

The duo shared that they both graduated from Christ University with a BBA degree.

Updated on Jul 28, 2026 16:24 IST

When two wars meet at lake: Ukraine's strike in Caspian Sea and the Iran-Russia

File photo of navy ships of Iran and Azerbaijan during an exercise, in the Caspian Sea

Updated on Jul 28, 2026 16:15 IST

‘Assault’ on 3 lawyers: Allahabad HC bars entry of 4 lawyers into Lucknow dist court, orders IB probe

The court also directed the SSP, Azamgarh, to provide adequate security to plaintiff. (For Representation)

Updated on Jul 28, 2026 16:13 IST

'Not acceptable': CJP says SC order on student FIRs contradicts govt promises

CJP chief spokesperson Saurav Das said that the government must first honour the assurances it gave to protesters.

Updated on Jul 29, 2026 24:57 IST

15 IPS officers shifted in UP: Senger DG, intelligence, Tarun Gauba new Lucknow CP

The UP government transferred 15 IPS officers on July 28. (For Representation)

Updated on Jul 28, 2026 16:03 IST

IFAB admits WC refereeing howler as Embolo red card vs Argentina ruled wrong

Referee Joao Pinheiro shows a second yellow card to Breel Embolo during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Quarter Final match between Argentina and Switzerland

Updated on Jul 28, 2026 16:03 IST

NASA chief declares moon landing by 2028 possible with Elon Musk's SpaceX help

NASA chief Jared Isaacman says “Boots will be on the moon in 2028”. (REUTERS/Pavel Mikheyev/Pool)

Updated on Jul 28, 2026 16:28 IST

UP to build separate teams for domestic cricket success

File image of Uttar Pradesh pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar playing for India (Reuters)

Updated on Jul 28, 2026 15:54 IST

Kangana Ranaut calls Cockroach Janta Party's Saurav Das ‘useless and unemployed’

Kangana Ranaut fired back at Saurav Das for his comments about her.

Updated on Jul 28, 2026 15:55 IST

Chef Ranveer Brar shares monsoon special mirchi vada recipe: See preparation

Ranveer Brar's mirchi vada recipe takes approximately 40 minutes to make.

Updated on Jul 28, 2026 15:50 IST

Roberto Mancini returns as coach of crisis-hit Italy

Roberto Mancini has been named the head coach of Italy's national team.

Updated on Jul 28, 2026 15:48 IST

Indian-origin postal worker dies after collapsing during shift in Texas

A 58-year-old mail carrier, Umeshkumar Thakkar, died in Little Elm, Texas, during a heat advisory with temperatures exceeding 100°F.

Updated on Jul 28, 2026 15:47 IST

Monsoon making your hair frizzy? Try these 3 expert-recommended haircuts

Frizzy hair is common in the monsoon.

Updated on Jul 28, 2026 15:46 IST

European T20 franchise league to begin on August 26

European T20 franchise league to begin on August 26

Updated on Jul 28, 2026 15:46 IST

Geneva to host Gukesh-Sindarov World Championship match

File image of India's D Gukesh playing against China’s Ding Liren in the eighth game of the World Chess Championship, in Singapore. (PTI)

Updated on Jul 28, 2026 15:43 IST

Student bodies disown vandalism, seek release of peaceful detainees

Protesters vandalising a vehicle during a protest over alleged irregularities in the NEET examination, in Prayagraj, on July 25. (PTI Photo)

Updated on Jul 28, 2026 15:40 IST

What did Trump say about friendship with Lindsey Graham? ‘We started a little…'

Lindsey Graham with President Donald Trump in January 2026. (Alex Brandon/AP File Photo)

Updated on Jul 28, 2026 15:43 IST

6 Bengal blood banks under scanner for selling stocks in Bihar, UP, Gujarat

The National Blood Policy prohibits the sale and purchase of blood since it is a voluntarily donated commodity of human origin. (Getty Images/iStockphoto)

Updated on Jul 28, 2026 15:36 IST

Gastroenterologist debunks 5 common myths about viral hepatitis

People who avoid alcohol can also get hepatitis, cautions Dr Shankar Lal Jat.

Updated on Jul 28, 2026 15:35 IST

Kevin Warsh Wanted a ‘Good Family Fight’ at the Fed. He’s Getting One.

Kevin Warsh is saying less about where policy is headed and about his own thinking.

Updated on Jul 28, 2026 15:25 IST

Ashwin's fiery take on Vaibhav criticism: ‘How many times has he played Jofra?’

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi struggled on the England tour.

Updated on Jul 28, 2026 15:20 IST

Retired IAS officer appointed Haryana Quality Assurance Authority chairperson

His extensive experience is set to elevate oversight on quality standards in government projects, reinforcing the state's commitment to combat poor construction and enhance public service delivery.

Updated on Jul 28, 2026 15:13 IST

Haryana Cabinet approves housing, EV, MSME and governance reforms

The Haryana Cabinet on July 28 approved a series of decisions aimed at promoting affordable housing, (Photo for representational purposes only)

Updated on Jul 28, 2026 15:13 IST

Coca-Cola beats earnings as World Cup sales soar, Fairlife restarts

Coca-Cola beats earnings as World Cup sales boost revenue, raises 2026 forecast, while Fairlife resumes production after ransomware cyberattack. (Photo by Patrick T. Fallon / AFP)

Updated on Jul 28, 2026 15:14 IST

Uttarakhand CM rolls out clean mobility policy benefits, flags off 11 vehicles

This move aims to reduce pollution and foster sustainable urban transport. With commitments to clean alternatives like CNG, the state sets a precedent for environmental responsibility in transit.

Updated on Jul 28, 2026 15:11 IST

Bengaluru man asks how people afford ₹2.5–6 crore flats amid layoffs

A Bengaluru man wonders how buyers manage <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>1–1.5 lakh EMIs for <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>2.5–6 crore Bengaluru flats.

Updated on Jul 28, 2026 15:10 IST

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