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Allahabad High Court ruled that grabbing a minor girl’s breasts, breaking her pyjama strings, and trying to drag her beneath the culvert is not enough to charge an accused with the offence of rape or an attempt to rape. It described such an act as 'aggravated sexual assault’, TOI reported. Making this observation, the high court modified a summoning order, altering the charges against two accused. The accused were earlier summoned to face trail under section 376 (rape) and under the POCSO Act. However, now the accused will be tried under the section 354(B) IPC (assault or use of criminal force with intent to disrobe) and POCSO Act (aggravated sexual assault). «The allegations levelled against the accused Pawan and Akash and the facts of the case hardly constitute an offence of attempt to rape in the case. In order to bring out a charge of attempt to rape the prosecution must establish that it had gone beyond the stage of preparation. The difference between preparation and actual attempt to commit an offence consists chiefly in the greater degree of determination,” a bench of Justice Ram Manohar Narayan Mishra observed, as it partly allowed the criminal revision plea filed by the three accused. As per the prosecution, the accused Pawan and Akash grabbed the breasts of the 11-year-old victim and one of them broke the string of her pyjama and tried to drag her beneath the culvert.

IndiGo have zoomed 7.9% in just 2 days to hit their new all-time high of Rs 5,187 on the BSE after the airline company shared its ambitious roadmap for FY30. IndiGo, in its investor presentation, shared that it anticipates carrying 118 million passengers in FY25, with early double-digit growth projected for FY26. The airline also aims to expand its network by adding 14 new destinations in FY26, further enhancing its domestic and international reach.

Delhi Police Wednesday arrested two men for allegedly robbing about Rs 80 lakh from a trader at gun point in Chandni Chowk two days ago. The case has been solved within 24 hours with the help of Israeli face recognition software, TOI reported. The suspects, identified as Mohammad Ali (21) and Samir (19), were arrested from Daryaganj. The entire stolen amount has been recovered from them, the police said. The two had knowledge of the movement of of angadias (hawala couriers) in the area and planned to target a large cash transfer, a senior police officer said. «On Monday, around 7.40pm, a trader, Ajamal, was returning home after collecting about Rs 80 lakh in cash. Near his residence in Haider Quli, a man stopped him at gunpoint, tried to snatch his bag and fired a shot at the ground when the victim resisted. The assailant then fled with the bag containing the cash. An FIR was registered at Lahori Gate police station and an investigation was launched,» the officer told TOI. Footage was analysed from about 500 CCTV cameras across Chandni Chowk, Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Daryaganj and Lahori Gate to trace the route used by the robbers to escape. The police observed that they kept changing directions after the robbery.

U.S. policymakers projected likely two quarter-point interest rate cuts later this year, the same median forecast as three months ago, even as they expect slower economic growth and higher inflation. On Wednesday, the Fed held its benchmark overnight rate steady in the 4.25%-4.50% range.

Trump last month ordered the US Commerce Department to investigate US imports of copper as a likely precursor to imposing duties. Since then, US prices have spiked and traders have scrambled to send metal to America ahead of any tariffs, in turn reducing supply in the rest of the world.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. The Trump administration has been extraordinarily blasé about falling stocks. “I can tell you that corrections are healthy, they are normal," said Scott Bessent, America’s treasury secretary on March 16th, in the government’s most recent shrug.

The Titans begin their season on March 25 against Punjab Kings at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad. With a strong squad and meticulous planning, the franchise is focused on delivering both on-field success and an unmatched fan experience throughout the season. Gujarat Titans entered the IPL as one of two new teams ahead of the 2022 season. Before the auction, they secured Hardik Pandya, Rashid Khan, and Shubman Gill, with Pandya appointed as captain. Ashish Nehra took charge as head coach, while Gary Kirsten joined as mentor and batting coach, and Vikram Solanki became the director of cricket. The Titans made an immediate impact, clinching the title in their debut season. They reinforced their credentials in 2023 by reaching the final, only to lose to Chennai Super Kings in a dramatic last-ball finish. Despite a somewhat uncertain auction, where their key signings included Hardik Pandya (who captained the side), David Miller, Rashid Khan, and Mohammad Shami, Gujarat Titans defied expectations. Under Hardik’s leadership, the relatively inexperienced squad transformed into a formidable unit, emerging as a dominant force in their first two seasons.

Kanye West is open about his recent conflict with Kim Kardashian. The rapper used social media to accuse his ex-wife of controlling their children and making decisions without him. His outrage grew after Playboi Carti's request for North West's vocals surfaced online.

Donald Trump has publicly proclaimed that the United States ‘doesn’t need anything’ Canada has, but Americans can’t seem to get enough of this “export.”

Aaryan Shukla, the 14-year-old 'human calculator', the teenager took to social media to reveal the secret behind his talent. «Thank you very much Sir. I am a Mental Calculator (Human Calculator). The technique is called „Flash Anzan“ where you have to process the numbers flashing on the screen at lightning speed. The base is Abacus. While I have been training for last 8 years to achieve this. Thanks!» said Aaryan Shukla in reply to Anand Mahindra.

Sebi on Wednesday barred former TV anchor Hemant Ghai and his family members from the securities markets for five years for violating regulatory norms. Apart from the ban, Sebi has directed Hemant Ghai and his wife Jaya Ghai to disgorge the unlawful gains worth Rs 6.16 crore, along with 12 per cent interest per annum to be calculated from March 31, 2020, till the date of the interim order. It has also slapped a penalty of Rs 50 lakh each on Hemant Ghai and Jaya Ghai, Rs 30 lakh on MAS Consultancy Service, and Rs 5 lakh on financial services company Motilal Oswal Financial Services Ltd (MOFSL).

NASA astronaut Sunita Williams has safely returned to Earth after spending nine months aboard the International Space Station. She, along with fellow astronauts Nick Hague, Butch Wilmore, and Roscosmos cosmonaut Aleksandr Gorbunov, splashed down in SpaceX’s Dragon capsule on Wednesday. Williams has always embraced her Indian heritage, carrying symbols of her cultural roots with her on her space missions. Over the years, she has taken a variety of Indian-origin items to space, each holding personal and spiritual significance.

Gold price on Wednesday fell, as some profit-booking kicked in after prices scaled a record peak, while focus shifted to U.S. Federal Reserve policy decision due later in the day. Spot gold fell 0.2 per cent to $3,027.89 an ounce, as of 0930 GMT, after hitting an all-time peak of $3,045.24 earlier in the session. U.S. gold futures shed 0.1 per cent to $3,036.60. There is a possibility of profit booking because the price rally was quite sharp, but «it's possible for prices to move beyond $3,050 level driven by market fears in terms of geopolitics,» said Soni Kumari, a commodity strategist at ANZ. Gold, considered a safe investment amid periods of uncertainties, has scaled 15 record highs so far this year. Investors are worried about an economic slowdown and elevated risks of recession due to U.S. President Donald Trump's tariff policy. While, conflict in the Israel has resumed after attacks on the Gaza Strip.

With gold hovering near its all-time high, many individuals are contemplating the sale of their gold jewellery to the advantage of the elevated prices. When selling jewellery in India, it is important to consider making charges, taxes, and potential melting charges; also, ensure you have purchase documents or an invoice. If you purchased gold a few years ago, comparing it with today's gold price can help you assess the appreciation in its value. As the gold prices continue to rise, owning hallmarked gold jewellery offers security and enhances its investment and resale value. It is crucial to check the BIS hallmark before buying to make sure you are getting real gold.

Punjab Kings, one of the founding franchises of the Indian Premier League (IPL), continue their quest for a maiden title since their debut in 2008. Punjab have consistently struggled to find success in the league, only reaching the final once (in 2014) in their 17 attempts so far. Last season was yet another disappointment as they finished ninth, just ahead of Mumbai Indians. However, the franchise has made significant changes in a bid to finally claim the coveted trophy. ALSO READ:Delhi Capitals in IPL 2025: Team, key players, and season outlook

Japan has reported its exports grew at an 11% annual pace in February while imports declined slightly, leaving a surplus after two straight months of deficits as worries grow about President Donald Trump’s tariff hikes

One Mobikwik Systems, the parent company of digital payments provider MobiKwik, jumped 19% on Wednesday, March 19, to Rs 355 on the BSE, building on a 20% rally from the previous day when the stock hit the upper circuit. The gains come after a sharp 15% decline on March 17, when the stock hit a 52-week low of Rs 231 following the expiration of a three-month IPO lock-in period. The stock has gained 43% over the past two trading sessions, erasing its losses from earlier in the week. The expiry of the lock-in period on March 17 unlocked 46 lakh shares, or about 6% of the company's outstanding stock, making them eligible for trading.

JSW Steel and SAIL among others are likely to gain attention on Wednesday, March 19, after the Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR) recommended a 12% safeguard duty on the import of certain steel products. Due to this update, the shares of other steel companies like Tata Steel, Jindal Steel and Power, NMDC Steel, and Jindal Stainless may also attract investor attention.