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NewsZARAFSHAN SHIRAZ1d ago

Struggling to keep your indoor plants alive? 5 houseplants that thrive with minimal care

Gardening expert shares five resilient houseplants ideal for beginners. These plants, including snake plants, pothos, ZZ plants, spider plants, and peace lilies, thrive with minimal care. Martin emphasizes that starting with hardy varieties builds confidence for aspiring plant owners. These forgiving plants offer a successful entry into houseplant ownership, making it easier to keep them alive.

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Section 13 • Chapter II Of Punishments

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Enhanced punishment for certain offences after previous conviction

What does this law say? Section 13 of the BNS talks about harsher punishments for repeat offenders. If you commit certain serious crimes again, the punishment will be more severe. Why does this law exist? It aims to deter people from committing serious crimes again. It protects society from repeat offenders. Real-life impact If you have been convicted of a serious crime, and commit a similar crime again, you could face a much longer jail sentence. What happens if you break this law? You could face life in prison or jail for up to ten years. This section replaces the old Section of IPC.

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Did You Know?

Police ko FIR likhne se mana karna crime hai — BNSS Section 173

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Section 38 • Chapter III General Exceptions

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When right of private defence of body extends to causing death

What does this law say? Section 38 of the BNS explains when you can use deadly force (cause death) in self-defense. This section replaces the old Section of IPC. Why does this law exist? It protects you from serious harm. It allows you to defend yourself against life-threatening attacks. It ensures your safety. Real-life impact If someone tries to rape you, or kidnap you, you can use deadly force to protect yourself. You can also use deadly force if you fear death or grievous hurt. What happens if you break this law? If you use deadly force when it's not justified, you could be charged with murder or culpable homicide. The police can arrest without a warrant.

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NewsTOI TECH DESK1d ago

Two years after Google CEO Sundar Pichai’s ‘Code Red’, Satya Nadella orders AI overhaul

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has initiated a 'Copilot code red' to enhance AI performance and user experience, aiming to boost investor confidence amidst intense competition. The company is allocating significant cloud capacity to Copilot development, with analysts suggesting Azure can still exceed expectations due to growing demand and pricing.

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Quick Guide

How to File an FIR?

Step-by-step guide to filing a First Information Report at a police station

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Section 51 • Chapter IV Of Abetment, Criminal Conspiracy and Attempt

Severe2 min

Liability of abettor when one act abetted and different act done

What does this law say? Section 51 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) deals with what happens when someone encourages a crime, but a different crime occurs. You are still liable for the actual crime committed if it was a likely result of your encouragement. This section replaces the old Section of IPC. Why does this law exist? It ensures that people who help or encourage others to commit crimes are held responsible for the actual harm caused, even if it's not exactly what they planned. This deters people from aiding criminal activities. Real-life impact Imagine you tell someone to steal a phone, but they end up hurting the owner. You could be held responsible for the injury, not just the theft. This law protects people from the unintended consequences of abetment. What happens if you break this law? The punishment depends on the crime that was actually committed. If the crime is serious, you could face jail time. The police can arrest without warrant.

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Legal Tip

FIR Copy Zaroori Hai

FIR file karne ke baad police se free copy lena mat bhoolna — yeh tumhara legal right hai.

NewsTOI WORLD DESK1d ago

Israel vs Pak: Khwaja Asif's 'burn in hell' remark sparks a ‘outrageous’ response

Israel has criticised remarks by Khawaja Asif, calling them “outrageous” and questioning Pakistan’s neutrality in regional diplomacy. Asif described Israel as “evil” and a “curse for humanity.” He also alleged civilians were being killed across Gaza, Iran and Lebanon. The row comes as Islamabad hosts United States–Iran ceasefire talks, with Gideon Sa’ar also condemning the remarks.

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Section 52 • Chapter IV Of Abetment, Criminal Conspiracy and Attempt

Severe2 min

Abettor when liable to cumulative punishment for act abetted and for act done

What does this law say? Section 52 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) states that if someone encourages a crime, and another separate crime happens too, the abettor (the person who encouraged) can be punished for both. This section replaces the old Section of IPC. Why does this law exist? It ensures that people who encourage crime face the full consequences of their actions. It prevents them from escaping punishment for additional crimes that occur. Real-life impact If you tell someone to steal, and they also assault the victim, you could be punished for both theft and assault. This law makes sure criminals are held fully accountable. What happens if you break this law? You could face separate punishments for each crime. This could mean more jail time and/or higher fines. Police can arrest without warrant.

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Did You Know?

24 ghante se zyada bina magistrate ke jail mein nahi rakh sakte — Article 22

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Section 53 • Chapter IV Of Abetment, Criminal Conspiracy and Attempt

Severe2 min

Liability of abettor for an effect caused by act abetted different from that intended by abettor

What does this law say? Section 53 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) says that if you encourage a crime, and the result is worse than you planned, you're still responsible. If you knew the act could cause a certain effect, you're liable for that effect. This section replaces the old Section of IPC. Why does this law exist? It ensures that people who encourage crimes are held accountable for the actual harm caused, even if they didn't intend that specific outcome. It deters people from encouraging dangerous acts. Real-life impact If you tell someone to hurt someone, and the person dies, you could be charged with murder, even if you didn't plan for the death. This law protects people from the serious consequences of abetment. What happens if you break this law? The punishment depends on the actual outcome of the crime. If the result is severe, you could face a long jail sentence. Police can arrest without warrant.

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NewsTOI TECH DESK1d ago

Google DeepMind CEO explains what the company did to catch up with rivals

Google DeepMind's CEO revealed a strategic shift, adopting a startup-like approach to regain AI leadership. By consolidating fragmented teams and boosting compute access post-merger, the lab aims to accelerate innovation. This move is crucial in a fiercely competitive landscape, as Google aims to leverage its historical AI contributions to stay ahead.

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Quick Guide

Online Fraud — What to Do?

Immediate steps if you've been scammed online

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Section 54 • Chapter IV Of Abetment, Criminal Conspiracy and Attempt

Severe2 min

Abettor present when offence is committed

What does this law say? Section 54 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) states that if you encourage a crime and are present when it happens, you are considered to have committed the crime yourself. This section replaces the old Section of IPC. Why does this law exist? It ensures that people who actively participate in a crime, even by encouraging it, are held fully responsible. It prevents them from claiming they were just observers. Real-life impact If you tell someone to rob a store and are present during the robbery, you are treated as if you robbed the store yourself. This law ensures that those involved are held accountable. What happens if you break this law? You will face the same punishment as if you committed the crime. This could mean jail time and/or fines. Police can arrest without warrant.

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Legal Tip

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Source: Official Gazette of India, NCRB, ICAI | Reviewed by Advocate Aditi Babbar