Evening brief: Centre defends Victoria Gowri appointment as HC judge, and all the latest news

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Published on: Feb 9, 2023, 16:45:58 IST

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Here are today’s top news, analysis, and opinion. Know all about the latest news and other news updates from Hindustan Times.

Advocate LC Victoria Gowri is set to be sworn-in as an additional judge of the Madras high court at 10.35 am.

Aspersions shouldn't be cast on appointment of Victoria Gowri as HC judge: Govt

Differences of opinion are a part of democracy and there are ways to find solutions to that, Law Minister Kiren Rijiju said on Thursday in Rajya Sabha on whether there exists differences between the judiciary and the executive on the issue of appointment of judges. Read more

Early signs of brain diseases while sleeping you should not ignore

Is your dream life turning more adventurous with each passing day with scenes of chasing and fighting becoming more common as you sleep? Do you hurl a pillow or a nearby object at your partner or falling from bed as the scene in your dream turns more dramatic or frightening? Acting out dreams may seem harmless at first and you may attribute your high stress levels for these episodes, but if scientific data is to be believed, this could be an early sign of brain disease. Read more

Shah Rukh Khan brings back Pathaan-style action for new ad. Watch

Shah Rukh Khan's Pathaan has emerged as one of the biggest blockbusters of his career. According to the production banner YRF, the Siddharth Anand film has already grossed ₹865 crore at the worldwide box office. Now, Shah Rukh Khan has released an advertisement for a cold drink brand, that has fans making comparisons with his character in Pathaan. Read more

Ravichandran Ashwin beats Anil Kumble's 18-year-old record by outfoxing Alex Carey in India vs Australia 1st Test

It took him a while, but R Ashwin is underway in the India vs Australia Border Gavaskar Trophy. The ace off-spinner had to wait for 10 overs before picking up his first wicket on Day 1 of the Nagpur Test. Ashwin, bowling round the wicket, outfoxed Alex Carey, beating his reverse sweep to bowl him around his legs. Carey, who fired away to a quick 36 off 33 balls, constantly played the reverse sweep to his advantage. Read more

Yoga asanas to reduce exam stress

During exam, students constantly feel under pressure which could impact their mental and physical health. Read more

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