WILL JUSTICE BE SERVED?
Out with the old, in with the new! Three new criminal laws have come into effect, replacing the Indian Penal Code (IPC), the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC), and the Indian Evidence Act. The new laws-the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), and the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA) were passed in December 2023. Although problematic in their own right, the British Indian laws were comprehensive and clear. Several critics have pointed out that the new laws will create confusion and are oppressive.
'WATER' YOU WAITING
FOR By now, it is safe to say that Tik Tok has more theories than the Greek philosopher Socrates ever did. Its latest obsession? Water-and it's not about singer Tyla. The viral "blue mind theory", racking up over 19 million views, claims that being in or near water is the ultimate stress-buster. It suggests that water helps reduce stress and anxiety, makes us feel grounded, promotes better sleep, and enhances our overall well-being. So, the next time you're about to choose violence, try heading to the beach instead!
COPERNI CASTS A SPELL
Good fits, over-the-top showcase (rem: Bella Hadid's spray-on dress on the runway) are not the only things that fashion labels can learn from French brand Coperni—they also know how to make headlines. Set to make waves again this year, the brand will be showcasing their SS25 collection, inspired by Disney princesses, at Disneyland Paris no less-it's the first time that the amusement park will be hosting a fashion show in its 32-year-old history (Opening Ceremony showcased a collection at Disneyland California in 2018).
FAR, FAR AWAY? NO MORE.
This story is from the July - August 2024 edition of Cosmopolitan India.
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