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New Indian Express
15 hours ago
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Andhra High Court pulls up state govt over delay in setting up PCA cells
VIJAYAWADA: The Andhra Pradesh High Court on Thursday directed the State government to file a counter over delay in setting up the Police Complaint Authority (PCA) cells at district level. Hearing a petition filed by a differently-abled person Tirumala Krishna of Mahanandi in Kurnool district, who claimed that 13 FIRs were filed against him across the State for a single social media post, Justice Nunepally Harinath found fault with the government for failing to set up the State and district-level PCA cells. The petitioner alleged that the 'Red Book' rule prevailed in the State, with unchecked police high-handedness. Representing the petitioner, advocate V Surender Reddy argued that the police were acting arbitrarily and unreasonably. He noted that Section 111 of BNS was invoked against his client merely for a social media post, despite the clear ruling from both the Supreme Court and the High Court against such misuse. He further emphasised that the Supreme Court had previously issued clear instructions to set up PCA cells at both the State and district levels to address grievances against police harassment, but these directives have not been implemented by the State. Later, the matter was posted to July 17.
News18
a day ago
- Sport
- News18
PCA's Tweet For Shubman Gill Ahead Of His 1st Test As India Captain Breaks Internet
Last Updated: Shubman Gill was appointed as India's Test captain on May 24, and on Friday (June 20) he will play his first red-ball match as the captain of the Indian men's cricket team. Shubman Gill will make his Test captaincy debut on Friday (June 20). The 25-year-old right-handed batter from Punjab was appointed as India's 37th Test captain on May 24, and on June 20, he will play his first Test as India captain against England at Headingley in Leeds. Ahead of Gill's memorable Test, the Punjab Cricket Association (PCA) took to X on Thursday (June 19) to share a post for him, which is now going viral on the internet. In the viral tweet, PCA shared an old picture of Gill and wrote, 'From the soils of Punjab to the summit of Indian cricket—Shubman Gill, the son of the Punjab Cricket Association, now leads the nation as Test Captain. The journey was never luck—it was destiny. You are the chosen one. And tomorrow, a new legacy begins. All of Punjab stands behind you. Now show the world why you wear that crown." Here's a look: From the soils of Punjab to the summit of Indian cricket — Shubman Gill, the son of Punjab Cricket Association, now leads the nation as Test journey was never luck — it was are the chosen one. And tomorrow, a new legacy of Punjab stands… — Punjab Cricket Association (@pcacricket) June 19, 2025 Gill, who has played 32 Tests for India so far, was preferred for the top job over the likes of KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant, and Jasprit Bumrah. Gill will succeed Rohit Sharma as India Test captain, and the right-handed batter would like to lead by example. Gill, who is seen as the next big thing in cricket by many fans, experts, and greats of the game, has captained India in five T20Is so far and won four matches. He was appointed as vice-captain of India's T20I and ODI teams last year in July. In the five-match Test series between India and England, Gill will bat at No. 4. While speaking to reporters during India's pre-match press conference on Thursday, Gill said both he and head coach Gautam Gambhir felt the No. 4 slot was ideal for him once Kohli retired. 'After Virat Bhai retired, me and GG (Gautam Gambhir) Bhai had a discussion about it, and we were both clear that he wanted me to bat at No. 4, and I was also clear that I also wanted to bat at that number," he said. Gill also emphasised on giving longer ropes to deserving players. 'It's about (having) clear communication; what do you want from them? Trying to assign roles and how they would want to go about their things. Having the confidence to be able to back them with their natural game (as to) how they want to play this game," he said. 'Definitely there would be some players that you tend to give long ropes just because of their pure potential that you see. But having said that, it's all about giving them clear communication and having honest conversations with them, and that's how I feel the bond of a leader and a player is (at) the best," he added.
Biz Bahrain
2 days ago
- Politics
- Biz Bahrain
Bahrain signs Host Country Agreement with Permanent Court of Arbitration
The Kingdom of Bahrain signed a Host Country Agreement with the Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA), becoming the first Arab and Middle Eastern country to host a representative office of the PCA, which was established in 1899 and is headquartered at the Peace Palace in The Hague, Netherlands. The agreement was signed on behalf of Bahrain by Nawaf bin Mohammed Al Maawda, Minister of Justice, Islamic Affairs and Endowments, and on behalf of the PCA by Dr. Marcin Czepelak, Secretary General of the PCA. The agreement provides for the establishment of a PCA office in Bahrain, facilitating the administration of international dispute resolution proceedings, including arbitration, mediation, conciliation, and fact-finding. It also sets out the privileges and immunities applicable to the PCA, its assets, personnel, and participants in proceedings. Minister Al Maawda said that the agreement underscores Bahrain's international standing in the field of arbitration. He noted that as a signatory to the 1907 Hague Convention for the Pacific Settlement of International Disputes, Bahrain's selection to host the PCA reflects its commitment to peaceful dispute resolution and its active engagement in international legal frameworks. He added that the signing follows an invitation by the PCA Secretary-General for Bahrain to serve as a host country for arbitration, mediation, conciliation, and fact-finding commissions administered by the PCA, further strengthening the Kingdom's effective role in international legal mechanisms. BNA(R) The PCA handles a wide range of disputes, including those between states, state entities, intergovernmental organisations, and private parties, particularly in matters involving sovereignty, boundaries, and investment, the Minister added. Professor Marika Paulson, Secretary General of the Council for Developing Mechanisms for Resolving International Commercial Disputes, highlighted the importance of the agreement in strengthening cooperation between the PCA and Bahrain. She noted that the PCA Secretary General's visit opens new avenues for joint work in the field of international dispute resolution. Hosting the PCA is expected to bolster Bahrain's position as a regional and international hub for arbitration and alternative dispute resolution, in line with Bahrain's economic vision to enhance global competitiveness through the adoption of best practices in commercial and investment arbitration.
The Print
2 days ago
- Politics
- The Print
3 yrs after counter-FIR, Haryana cops move to close case against former IAS Ashok Khemka
A similar outcome is anticipated for the FIR against Verma—again, due to the Haryana government's refusal to allow prosecution. The FIR in question was lodged by IAS officer Sanjeev Verma against Khemka when they were locked in a tussle over an alleged corruption case. Khemka then lodged a counter-FIR against Verma. Both the FIRs were lodged on 20 April, 2022. Gurugram: Three years after an FIR was registered against now-retired IAS officer Ashok Khemka, Panchkula police have initiated the process for its cancellation, a month after Haryana government declined to grant ex-post facto approval for the same. 'The government's sanction is necessary to prosecute a public officer, but it has not been received in either of the two cases,' Rupesh Chaudhary, station house office (SHO) of Panchkula's Sector 5 police station confirmed to ThePrint. Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, the competent authority, has reportedly approved the denial of the sanctions. Known for his frequent transfers and whistle-blower stance, Khemka, a 1991-batch IAS officer, retired as additional chief secretary (transport) in April. Verma, a 2004-batch IAS officer, is currently director-general of the Haryana sports department, as well as the commissioner, Ambala division. Also Read: Punishment postings for civil servants have changed over time, but stigma remains the same How tussle unfolded The long-standing dispute between Verma and Khemka stems over recruitments at the Haryana State Warehousing Corporation (HSWC). Verma, on joining as managing director (MD) of the HSWC in April 2022, recommended a criminal case for alleged irregularities in the HSWC appointments made during Khemka's tenure more than a decade earlier. Based on the complaint of Ravinder Kumar, the police filed FIR No. 170 against Khemka and three other former HSWC officials under Section 420 of the erstwhile Indian Penal Code (IPC) about cheating and sections of the Prevention of Corruption Act (PCA). Later, Khemka, accompanied by the then home minister of Haryana, Anil Vij, met senior police officers in Panchkula. Subsequently, FIR No. 171 was registered on Khemka's complaint against Verma and Kumar for allegedly tampering with records and hatching a conspiracy with 'revenge and corrupt motive'. Additionally, Khemka accused Verma of leaking official documents to journalists and alleged 'material distortions and concealment' in the police complaint filed against him. Verma, however, denied the allegations. Refusal of sanction for prosecution Sanction for prosecution is a critical factor in cases registered under the Prevention of Corruption (Amended) Act, 2018. Section 17A mandates prior approval for any inquiry or investigation into offences committed by a public servant in discharge of official functions. Khemka had moved the Punjab & Haryana High Court to quash the FIR registered against him. The FIR, his lawyer contended, was 'legally null and void' as it was registered without the prior approval under Section 17A of the PCA. The Haryana government informed the court that it had not granted sanction to any FIR under Section 17A, leading to the disposal of the case against the retired IAS officer on 29 November, 2022. The court also told Khemka that a 10-day notice was required if further proceedings were initiated against him. Separately, the HC restrained the police from filing a challan in FIR No. 171 against Verma—without its permission—on 6 July 2022, with the matter still pending. Meanwhile, Verma expressed concerns about the addition of the PCA sections in FIR No. 171 and called for the handover of both the FIRs to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), citing perceived pressure on the police. With the cancellation of the FIR against Khemka and the strong likelihood of the same happening in Verma's case due to the lack of a government sanction, this high-profile bureaucratic saga appears to be drawing to its close without any formal prosecution (Edited by Viny Mishra) Also Read: SC upholds Khattar's downgrading of IAS Khemka's performance evaluation, says it's executive's domain
Fox Sports
2 days ago
- Sport
- Fox Sports
Last Night in Baseball: Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong Shows Off His Glove and Bat
There is always baseball happening — almost too much baseball for one person to handle themselves. That's why we're here to help, though, by sifting through the previous days' games, and figuring out what you missed, but shouldn't have. Here are all the best moments from last night in Major League Baseball: PCA can do it all Pete Crow-Armstrong isn't new to the majors, but in his second full season and third year in the bigs, he's having an undeniable breakout. Crow-Armstrong batted .237/.286/.384 as a rookie over 123 games, but was an above-average player thanks to a tremendous glove. A glove capable of plays like the one he made in the eighth inning of Tuesday's game against the Brewers, in which the Cubs led by just one run, 4-3, at the time: That catch was as unlikely as it looked, between PCA even getting to where the ball was in between center field and left field, and his actually managing to catch it. Per Statcast's reckoning , there was just a 5% catch probability there, and Crow-Armstrong got it done, anyway. In 2024, the catch would have been the lone highlight for Crow-Armstrong. It's 2025, though, and he's batting .270/.307/.550 with 19 home runs, sitting among the NL's league leaders in wins above replacement. Well, 19 homers after this massive eighth-inning blast, anyway: Off of the Wrigley scoreboard in right field, a 452-foot long ball that served as the dagger. The Cubs didn't need another run to win, no, since their pitching shut the Brewers down from the time they took the lead onward in the seventh, but this was a reminder that this version of Pete Crow-Armstrong can do it all. Buxton called dibs PCA isn't the only double threat out there patrolling center field, of course. The Twins' Byron Buxton showcased his own defensive chops and power on Tuesday, as well. In the bottom of the first against the Reds, Will Benson hit a ball to deep center field that was going to clear the wall, and it did… it's just that Buxton's glove was over the fence first waiting for it. The 31-year-old Buxton would then come up to bat the very next inning, with the score still tied 0-0, and take Andrew Abbott deep to what was basically the same spot in the outfield that he'd robbed Benson. Reds' center fielder TJ Friedl even attempted to steal Buxton's would-be homer away, but couldn't get lined up like the Twins' outfielder did, and it was 1-0, Twins. The lead wouldn't last, however, as the Reds would end up taking the game, 6-5. Twins fans got some highlights out of it, at least. Do those count in the standings? Big Dumper's big night Cal Raleigh is having one hell of a season, for a catcher or otherwise. It had been a little bit since he'd gone yard, however — Raleigh had a home run robbed from him just last week, and had been stuck at 26 for the last seven games — which gave the Yankees' Aaron Judge time to catch up and tie him for the big-league lead. Big Dumper took care of that tie with one swing of the bat on Tuesday night: A grand slam is one way to announce that you're back in the homer game, but Raleigh added another two RBIs and two other hits, besides, bringing his line for the season to .266/.374/.624 while giving him the MLB lead in homers and American League lead in RBIs. Raleigh was already one of the best-hitting catchers in the game before 2025, but his 188 OPS+ has him as one of the best hitters, period. The Mariners would defeat the Red Sox, 8-0, evening up the series before Wednesday's afternoon finale. Acuña flashes the D Ronald Acuna Jr. is known far more for his bat than his glove, but he's done surprisingly well out there in 2025 to this point, too. Tuesday night was one of the best examples of his improved play in right field, as he not only made a difficult leaping catch at the wall on a Pete Alonso flyball that would have gone for extra bases, but he then turned around and doubled up Mets' slugger Juan Soto at first base from the warning track. Soto looked a little confused and upset about the play, which suggests that he didn't get the memo about that ball actually being caught before Acuna threw it back in, causing him to be caught up between first and second instead of safely back at the bag. It was a play with significant implications, too, as it came in the top of the ninth with a runner on and no outs, in a game tied 4-4 in Atlanta. The Braves doubled the Mets up here, the game went to extras, and Atlanta ended up winning, 5-4. New York has now lost four in a row, while the Braves picked up a much-needed win against their rival and one of the top teams in the league. Rockies hit seven homers, tie franchise record The Rockies have had a horrid season, but we should take the time to celebrate the wins where they come. Like on Tuesday against the Nationals, where the Rockies won 10-6, powered by seven home runs. Colorado tied a franchise record by going deep seven times, and also managed to hit four of them in one inning, the seventh: Second baseman Thairo Estrada went yard in the second off of Michael Soroka, and then first baseman Michael Toglia went deep in the fourth, also off of Soroka. Things got out of hand when reliever Cole Henry entered into the game in the seventh: Henry failed to record an out, instead allowing four hits and four runs, with two of those hits homers. Backstop Hunter Goodman and third baseman Ryan McMahon went back-to-back off of Henry, and then Estrada hit his second of the game off of Jackson Rutledge, who came in for Henry, making it three dingers in a row. Sam Hilliard would add another to give them four for the frame, and DH Mickey Moniak would hit the seventh and final long ball of the evening in the eighth inning. Colorado would survive a four-run, last-gasp effort from the Nats to win 10-6, improving their record to 16-57. Blue Jays back-to-back walk-off The Blue Jays got in on the back-to-back home run action, too, but they made it all dramatic in their own way. Down 4-3 in the ninth to the Diamondbacks in Toronto, leadoff hitter Bo Bichette tied things up at 4-4 with a home run to left-center off of closer Shelby Miller… …and then Addison Barger followed up with his own shot to right field: A tough game for Arizona to lose even without the context that, in spite of all of their issues this year, they remain just three back of a wild card spot. And on the flip side, an important one for the Blue Jays to come away from the winner, not just for the sheer excitement of it, but because, at 39-33 and on a night that the Red Sox lost while the Mariners and Guardians both won, they get to see their wild card lead strengthen just a little bit. There's a lot of season left, but all of this adds up. Want great stories delivered right to your inbox? Create or log in to your FOX Sports account , and follow leagues, teams and players to receive a personalized newsletter daily! FOLLOW Follow your favorites to personalize your FOX Sports experience Pete Crow-Armstrong Chicago Cubs Major League Baseball recommended Get more from Major League Baseball Follow your favorites to get information about games, news and more
