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public prosecutors when it issued directives at improving their 'working conditions'. If the FM's job was to make the country happy — or, at least, not unhappy — in her budget speech, the high court was to do the same for lawyers in the Capital. But one thing seems exceedingly odd to us all over again. No, not so much that the court recognised the need for adequate professional attire for public prosecutors by ordering an annual dress allowance of ₹10,000, but that these lot still prefer wearing those long black robes with a sticky white collar as if they ply their legal trade not in the tropics but in the Inns of Court in autumn. 'Given the formal attire required in court, it is appropriate to grant a dress allowance to public prosecutors,' the court order read. What it didn't 'read' was why they like wearing black (heat-absorbing) robes and starched collars from some foreign period drama during Cornwallis' time, and not just formal professional clothes like any other profession? The public prosecutors like to 'fancy dress', we suppose, in accessories that have their origins in the black mourning robes that English lawyers wore after the death of the earlier King Charles in 1685. Why don't they take the ₹10k dress allowance but wear something less mournful and 17th c?

Under the plans the chancellor said billions of pounds of investment could be unlocked in the UK economy from defined contribution (DC) schemes alone and pension pots for savers in defined contribution schemes could be boosted by over £11,000. The review will also look at how to unlock the investment potential of the £360bn Local Government Pensions Scheme (LGPS), which manages the savings of those working to deliver vital local services, as well as how to tackle the £2bn that is being spent on fees. Pension Schemes Bill announced in the King's Speech The announcement comes ahead o...

Tulsa King, led by Golden Globe winner Sylvester Stallone, is gearing up for its highly anticipated second season. Fans of the show can look forward to a thrilling continuation of the saga, with Season 2 set to debut in September. Here’s everything you need to know about catching the new season and streaming the series.

Britain’s new Labour Party government campaigned on a promise to bring bold change at modest cost

America’s oldest flour company opened in 1790, when George Washington was president

Mumbai airport. IndiGo and Vistara issued an advisory for its passengers. «Heavy traffic congestion and slow vehicle movement are expected enroute to Mumbai Airport today due to weather conditions. Customers are advised to allow more time for their journey to the airport,» said Vistara in a post on X.

Catherine de’ Medici’s captivating saga continues with the premiere of «The Serpent Queen» season 2 which aired on STARZ on July 12 at 8 p.m. ET.

Episode 5 unveils the aftermath of the intense clash at Rook's Rest, revealing pivotal developments in the Targaryen saga.

Netflix renews its unscripted dating series "Perfect Match" for a third season. The show, which debuted last year, quickly became popular, securing a spot at No. 2 on the English-language TV rankings for the streaming platform.

Baltasar Kormakur. Known for gripping films like 'Everest,' Kormakur now explores a poignant tale of human connection based on Olafur Johann Olafsson’s bestselling novel. "Touch" follows Kristofer, played by Egill Olafsson, a widower on a quest to rediscover lost love. Set across decades and continents, Kristofer embarks on a journey through memories and across the globe to reunite with someone he thought was gone forever. The film stars Koki, Palmi Kormakur, Masahiro Motoki, and Yoko Narahashi in pivotal roles, as reported by 'Collider.'

Tipi Penthouse Suite is available for guests to stay in during this year's Glastonbury Festival. This five-day suite, which costs £28,000, has five double bedrooms, a dining area, and an en suite shower room. At an additional cost, it can accommodate up to six guests over its initial capacity. Exclusive features of the Tipi Tenthouse Suite include an a la carte restaurant and a spa with saunas, pools, and hot tubs. It has big windows, wooden doors, and a carpeted floor for extra comfort. Deckchairs are available for guests to lounge on while they take in the British summer weather.

Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire, a box office success, will be available on Max starting July 4. The film continues the Monsterverse saga with Godzilla and Kong teaming up against a new threat.

Netflix's Bridgerton series are eagerly awaiting the central romance of Season 4, but recent casting news hints that Benedict Bridgerton’s story might be postponed to Season 5. The show, set in the early 1800s, revolves around the high-society Bridgerton family, focusing on the romantic entanglements of its eight siblings. With the love stories of Daphne, Anthony, and Colin already explored, speculation abounds regarding the next sibling to take the spotlight.

nuclear arsenal has emerged as a concern for many stakeholders and has threatened global peace. There is also an increasing cost associated with building, maintaining and expanding this weaponry. A report published by the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons (ICAR) noted that countries spent £72.2 billion on their nuclear arsenal in 2023. This indicated a rise in spending to the tune of £18.1 billion or an increase of 34% as compared to 2022. This amount indicates that around £ 198 million was spent every day, £ 8.2 million a hour, £137,000 a minute and £2288 a second.

presidential debate between the two presidential nominees will be held in Atlanta later today. Hours before the debate, former US President Donald Trump has already fired the first salvo. He said that his opponent would be “pumped up on drugs” to enhance his performance during the debate. While many have dismissed this as a political rhetoric, medical practitioners have said that it is a common practice among many people who consume these drugs before any big performance. The New York Post has listed down a few such drugs which are commonly consumed by political leaders, people in the entertainment industry and even Wall Street analysts before big events. Here are some common drugs that are consumed.

Howard Wicks faced a life-altering issue when he suffered from Locked-In Syndrome. Howard, who is 29 years old, is paralyzed except for his capacity to think, perceive, and communicate only with his eyes. Howard started a remarkable 18-month adventure to write a 50,000-word book using an Eye Gaze computer, which tracks eye movements. He characterized the procedure as difficult yet cathartic at the same time. At first, Howard enjoyed talking about the portions of his life before the stroke, but the pressure to complete the book also started to get to him, as reported by 'Daily Mail Online'.

Tulsa King fans who were eager to see when the upcoming season will air on Paramount+. It has been revealed that the second season of Sylvester Stallone's show will premiere on September 15, 2024. To give fans a sneak peek at the upcoming show, the streaming platform also released a teaser, as reported by 'Collider'.

near-fatal stabbing in August 2022 and his arduous recovery. The first two are predictable: the author and his blade-wielding assailant. The third character turns this chronicle of violence into a surprisingly tender and redemptive story.Sir Salman was about to speak at a festival in upstate New York when a black-clad man charged the stage.

Taylor Sheridan’s spy thriller, Special Ops: Lioness, was a hit on Paramount+. Fans are eager to know what's next for the show. Here is everything known about Season 2.

Washington was shot and killed by an off-duty security guard while he was attempting to return a faulty airsoft gun to a sporting goods store last week.Aaron Brown Myers, 51, was arrested for fatally shooting the teenager outside a Big 5 Sporting Goods store at a strip mall in Renton, Wash. on June 5.