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Published on: Apr 1, 2023, 16:58:59 IST

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Women without hijab to be prosecuted 'without mercy': Iran's judiciary chief

A supporter of the Iranian women life freedom movement takes part in a demonstration, during the Munich Security Conference (MSC) in Munich, Germany February 18. (REUTERS)

As more and more women continue to defy Iran's compulsory dress code, the country's judiciary chief threatened to prosecute women who appear in public without hijab "without mercy", news agency Reuters reported quoting Iranian media. Read more

Karnataka police identify a dead body through M-CCTNS app. VIDEO

The Karnataka police have identified a dead body using the Mobile Crime and Criminal Tracking Network System (M-CCTNS) app at Vidyanagar in Davangere district. While solving a murder case, the deceased was identified by using his fingerprints through this police-exclusive app. Read more

Hardik Pandya answers million-dollar Kane Williamson injury question, Gujarat Titans set for huge setback

Gujarat Titans got their title-defense campaign in IPL 2023 off to a perfect start as they beat the MS Dhoni-led Chennai Super Kings (CSK) by five wickets at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Friday. However, the defending champions are set to face a huge setback as skipper Hardik Pandya provided a big update on Kane Williamson, who incurred a knee injury during the match against CSK while fielding. Read more

Kareena Kapoor decks up in red ethnic outfit as she poses with Karisma Kapoor at NMACC launch, calls her ‘best date’

Kareena Kapoor turned up at the inauguration of of Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre in Mumbai on Friday with her Saif Ali Khan and Karisma Kapoor. On Saturday, Kareena took to Instagram Stories to share a picture with Karisma by her side and called her the 'best date.' Read more

Gujarat couple falls prey to cyber fraud, lose over ₹1 crore: Report

A couple from Gujarat's Jamnagar fell prey to a cyber scam and lost a staggering sum of Rs. 1.12 crore, according to a Times of India report. The couple was lured with the promise of earning easy money by working from home where their job would be to watch movies and provide ratings for each one. Read more

5 wholesome snack ideas for your next travel trip to avoid junk food temptation

Travelling can be a lot of fun, but it can also be challenging to maintain a healthy diet on the go. Fast food and vending machines are often the most convenient options, but they're not always the healthiest. Read more

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