Missouri Election Results: Boone, Cole County and School Board Updates - News Directory 3
Hartman is the founder and chief information security officer of Banshee Cybersecurity and possesses 15 years of experience in information technology. Municipal election results are being released across mid-Missouri following the closing of polling locations on April 8, 2026. Voters in several counties, including Boone and Cole, participated in elections for city council seats, school board positions, and local bonds. In Columbia, Christina Hartman has unseated incumbent Don Waterman for the Fifth Ward City Council seat. According to reporting from KOMU 8, Hartman won the seat with 1,332 votes compared to 981 for Waterman. Hartman is the founder and chief information security officer of Banshee Cybersecurity and possesses 15 years of experience in information technology. She holds a bachelor's degree from Columbia College and has lived in Columbia since 2019. Other results in Columbia include the reelection of three incumbent candidates to the Columbia School Board. In Jefferson City, Rodemeyer has won a seat on the Board of Education. Election officials in Boone County reported that 1,524 absentee ballots were cast in the April election. Polling places across the state were open from 6 a.m. To 7 p.m. On April 8, 2026. No-excuse absentee voting for these municipal elections opened on March 24 and concluded on April 6. Under Missouri state law, voters were required to present a valid photo ID issued by the federal government or the state of Missouri. Acceptable identification included passports, military IDs, or Missouri driver's and nondriver's licenses. Registered voters who lacked a valid ID were permitted to vote using a provisional ballot.
HC order to restore 'Dr Nimo Yadav' X account validates govt's content-blocking process -- MeitY officials
But ministry officials said that while the account had been unblocked, the Inter-Ministerial Committee (IMC) would examine the legality of specific content under the IT Act and Rules. The petitioner had been directed to appear before the committee and participate in the review process. A ministry official said on condition of anonymity that the court had "validated the process under which government blocks access to unlawful digital content". The official added that the court has made it clear that the "objectionable tweets will remain blocked/suspended pending adjudication by the Inter-Ministerial Committee (IMC)." The official said the relief granted by the court was limited. "The court has simply granted a relief of unblocking of the account," the official said. "The court has left the matter ultimately to the IMC to examine the legality of content under the IT Act and Rules. The IMC will decide the future course of action after hearing the petitioner," the official added. "It is clear that objectionable and unlawful content can't be allowed on social media -- that's not freedom of speech," an official said. The case stems from an 18 March order in which MeitY directed the withholding of 12 X accounts in India under Section 69A of the Information Technology Act, 2000. One of those accounts was "@DrNimoYadav," a satirical handle operated by Prateek Sharma, with approximately 13.56 lakh followers. The government's blocking order stated that the account contained defamatory posts involving photographs, videos and AI-manipulated content of the prime minister used to create controversial posts questioning the government and defaming the PM. It added that such content could affect public order and lead to internal security concerns. The order explicitly cited AI-manipulated content as a ground, notable as the government had already notified rules on synthetic and AI-generated content under the IT Amendment Rules 2026, which came into force on 20 February, 2026. Section 69A blocking orders are confidential by default. Sharma came to know of the order only when X notified him that his account had been withheld, without providing reasons. He then approached the Delhi High Court seeking production of the order and restoration of his account.
Discussion on career development held at private university
Bashundhara Shuvosangho on Wednesday organised a career-focused discussion session at the University of Information Technology and Sciences (UITS), a private university located at Baridhara in the capital. During the session, Shuvosangho members said that in the present highly competitive job market, academic studies alone is not enough to secure employment for students. The youths also need advanced skills, improved communication skills, technological prowess and practical experience, the Shuvosangho activists said. Addressing the participating students, Shuvosangho members said, university days are the best period for the youth to develop leadership qualities, practice team-work dynamics, conduct voluntary activities and take part in various training sessions. Shuvosangho's UITS unit President AEM Fahim Hossain said his organisation would continue to hold such discussions in the future to help the young generation prepare for the job market.
Dr. A Shiju Rawther joins CareEdge Ratings as Chief Information & Technology Officer
Dr. Rawther comes with 25 years of rich and extensive experience in the financial sector. Technology leader Dr. A. Shiju Rawther has joined CareEdge Ratings Limited, one of India's leading credit-rating agencies, as its Chief Information & Technology Officer (CITO). Prior to this, Dr. Rawther served as the Head of Information Technology at SBI Mutual Fund. Dr. Rawther is a seasoned technology leader and comes with 25 years of rich and extensive experience in the financial sector. He is known for his strong business acumen and extensive experience in driving digital transformation, innovation, analytics, and value creation and is regarded as one of the most proficient technology professionals in the capital markets industry. Over the course of his career spanning more than two decades, he has held leadership roles at reputed organizations including Poonawalla Fincorp, IIFL Finance Limited, TransUnion CIBIL Limited, Fullerton India Credit Company Limited, PCS Technology Limited, Gateway Terminals India, Wipro InfoTech, and Primus Telecommunications India Limited. Dr. Rawther has successfully built end-to-end technology ecosystems covering applications, information security, infrastructure, and process automation. He is actively associated with technical institutions as part of CSR initiatives, where he shares his experience and industry insights with aspiring students, mentoring and guiding them for future careers in technology. He is a recognized industry speaker and has been honored as one of India's most innovative CIOs and consistently featured among the Top 100 CXOs. He has published multiple research papers in reputed Scopus indexed international journals and is the holder of three patents registered with the Indian Patent Office, reflecting his strong contributions to applied research and innovation in cybersecurity and technology. Dr. Rawther holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science & Engineering from Bangalore University and a Management degree in Information Technology from Mumbai University. He has also earned a PhD in Computer Science & Engineering from Hindustan University, with research focused on securing networked systems against cyber-attack propagation using compartment models. Additionally, he holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Cyber Laws and Cyber Forensics from the National Law School of India University. (With inputs from Muqbil Ahmar).
Turkish Constitutional Court delegation visits LHC, discusses judicial cooperation
A nine-member delegation from Constitutional Court of the Republic of Türkiye, led by its President Kadir Özkaya, visited the Lahore High Court on Wednesday to strengthen judicial ties and explore avenues for enhanced cooperation between Pakistan and Türkiye. LAHORE, Apr 08 (APP):A nine-member delegation from Constitutional Court of the Republic of Türkiye, led by its President Kadir Özkaya, visited the Lahore High Court on Wednesday to strengthen judicial ties and explore avenues for enhanced cooperation between Pakistan and Türkiye. The delegation comprised Justice Ridvan Güleç, Justice Recai Akyel, Secretary General Murat Azakli, Chief Rapporteur-Judge Abdullah Çelik, Rapporteur-Judge Gizem Ceren Demir Kosar, Rapporteur-Judge Özge Ulukaya, Rapporteur-Judge Sümeyye Kocaman, and Security Officer Ahmet Durmaz. The delegation was received by Chief Justice Aalia Neelum along with senior judges, including Justice Shujaat Ali Khan, Justice Abid Aziz Sheikh, Justice Syed Shahbaz Ali Rizvi and Justice Shehram Sarwar Chaudhry. Bouquets were presented to the visiting dignitaries on their arrival at the court premises. During a meeting held at the high court, the both sides exchanged views on matters of mutual interest and discussed practical measures to enhance bilateral cooperation in the administration of justice. Particular emphasis was laid on judicial administration, the use of information technology in court systems, and institutional collaboration aimed at improving efficiency in legal processes. Later, the visiting delegation was taken on a guided tour of the historic Lahore High Court building by the chief justice and senior judges. The delegates visited various sections of the court, including the Chief Justice's courtroom, where they were briefed on the historical significance and architectural features of the building. A luncheon was also hosted by the chief justice in honour of the Turkish delegation, providing an opportunity for further interaction between the visiting judges and members of the Lahore High Court. As part of the visit, President , Constitutional Court of the Republic of Türkiye, Kadir Özkaya and other judges planted saplings on the main lawn of the Lahore High Court, symbolising friendship, judicial cooperation and commitment to environmental sustainability. The LHC chief justice and senior judges also presented shields to the delegation.
