SIT probe into regular policing could undermine federal structure Chhattisgarh HC

Chhattisgarh High Court ruled anti-Maoist operations are routine counter-insurgency measures, not subject to SIT probes unless exceptional circumstances arise. The court dismissed a plea alleging a fake encounter, finding no substantive evidence and upholding the federal policing structure. Claims were deemed speculative, with documented compliance with guidelines noted.

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White House halts Pete Hegseth’s use of polygraph lie detector tests to catch media leakers—what are they and how do they work?

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s efforts to stop Pentagon media leaks faced White House resistance after a senior aide, Patrick Weaver, objected to potential polygraph tests. Weaver’s concerns, backed by Stephen Miller, led to the White House halting Hegseth’s initiative. Polygraphs, which track physiological responses, are controversial due to questions about their accuracy in detecting lies.

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Team Raghu Dakat rings in Pujo festivities

The team of Raghu Dakat celebrated Pujo early at a riverside venue on the Hooghly, following their trailer launch at Netaji Indoor Stadium. The event was attended by Dev, Anirban Bhattacharya, Sohini Sarkar, Idhika Paul, and director Dhrubo Banerjee. The gathering featured good food, warm hospitality, and laughter, capturing the festive spirit with the Ganges…

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