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Raj Thackeray Slams Centre over Sonam Wangchuk's Fast, Seeks Action on NEET Crisis
Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray on Thursday targeted the BJP-led central government over noted educationist and climate activist Sonam Wangchuk's fast-unto-death, alleging that the Centre was ignoring a legitimate public movement while prioritising...
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YSR Congress Leader Booked for Pushing Cops During Ex-Andhra Minister's Funeral
Police in Kakinada district of Andhra Pradesh filed a case against former minister and YSR Congress Party leader Ambati Rambabu for allegedly preventing police personnel from discharging their duties.The case has been registered at Kirlampudi Police Station in connection...
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Bengal Govt to Survey Land Held by Shut Industrial Units, Frame Policy on Reuse
The West Bengal Land and Revenue Department has decided to soon conduct a thorough survey of unused land parcels owned by closed or defunct industrial houses, identify the possibilities of their reuse for specific industrial promotions and accordingly frame a concrete...
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Computer-based Exams by MPSC Postponed to August 2027, Confirms CM Fadnavis
In response to continuous demands from various student organisations, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday announced that the newly proposed Computer-Based Test (CBT) system for the Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) will not be implemented immediately....
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ED Raids 13 Locations in UP in Terror Funding, Infiltration Network Probe
The Directorate of Enforcement (ED) on Thursday carried out search operations at 13 locations across Uttar Pradesh under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002, as part of its ongoing investigation into an alleged terror funding and illegal...
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Mumbai Citizens Bear Brunt of Corrupt Political-contractors Alliance, Says Shiv Sena(UBT) in Saamana
The Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena (UBT) on Thursday launched a scathing attack on the ruling BJP-led alliance in Maharashtra, claiming that the very first spell of monsoon showers has completely exposed the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation's (BMC) developmental tallies...
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CM Mohan Yadav to attend FAITH Conclave in Delhi, pitch MP's tourism potential
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav will participate in the two-day FAITH Conclave 2026 in New Delhi on Thursday, where policymakers and industry leaders will deliberate on measures to strengthen India's tourism sector and position it as a key driver of economic...
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'Celebration of Rich Civilisational Ethos': Prez Murmu, VP Radhakrishnan Extend Wishes on Rath Yatra
President Droupadi Murmu and Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan on Thursday extended greetings on the occasion of the annual Rath Yatra, terming the festival as a celebration of "our rich civilisational ethos" and an "emotional moment of union" between devotees and the...
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Rajasthan HC Clears Marriage of Two Life Convicts at Jodhpur Open Jail
In a rare order, the Rajasthan High Court has allowed two life convicts to marry at the open-air prison in Mandore, Jodhpur, observing that the marriage of two consenting adults is protected under the right to life and personal liberty guaranteed by Article 21 of the...
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More than 200 Rath Yatra Processions Being Held across Gujarat
Elaborate arrangements for security and emergency services have been made for more than 200 Rath Yatra processions taking place across Gujarat, especially in Ahmedabad, which hosts the second-largest Jagannath Rath Yatra in India after Puri, held annually on 'Ashadhi...
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Govt Hikes Windfall Duty on Diesel, ATF Exports
The Centre has raised windfall taxes on exports of diesel and aviation turbine fuel (ATF) while lowering the levy on petrol exports, as surging global oil prices driven by the escalating US-Iran conflict boosted refining margins, with the revised rates taking effect from...
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PM Modi extends Kutchi New Year greetings on Ashadhi Bij
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday extended his heartfelt greetings to the global Kutchi community on the occasion of Ashadhi Bij, the Kutchi New Year.In a post on social media platform X, the Prime Minister shared a traditional Kutchi saying that reflects the deep...
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TN: GCC Extends Property Tax Collection Drive Till July 31 as 7.25 Lakh Owners Yet to Pay
The Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) has extended its special property tax collection drive until July 31 after nearly half of the city's property owners failed to pay their dues for the current assessment period.According to corporation officials, out of the 14.23 lakh...
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TN Cabinet Set to Approve First TVK Govt's Budget Today
The Tamil Nadu Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay will meet on Thursday to approve the State Budget for 2026-27, clearing the way for its presentation in the Legislative Assembly during the first week of August.The meeting, scheduled at the Secretariat, is...
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Gujarat CM Performs 'Pahand Vidhi' as 149TH Jagannath Rath Yatra Begins
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Thursday performed the traditional 'Pahand Vidhi' at the historic Shree Jagannath Mandir in the Jamalpur area of Ahmedabad, marking the ceremonial start of the city's 149th Jagannath Rath Yatra.The Chief Minister performed the...
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PM Modi Extends Wishes on Jagannath Rath Yatra, Calls It 'radiant Expression' of India's Spiritual Heritage
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday extended greetings on the Jagannath Rath Yatra, calling it a "radiant expression" of the country's spiritual and cultural heritage and wishing for peace and prosperity in society.In a post on X, PM Modi said, "Greetings to everyone...
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BJP Workers Celebrate in Varanasi after Centre Approves Ganga-Varuna Elevated Corridor
An atmosphere of enthusiasm and vigour was witnessed among Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) workers in Varanasi after the Central government's approval for the construction of a state-of-the-art, six-lane Ganga-Varuna elevated corridor along the banks of the Ganga river.At the...
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Odisha CM, LoP Naveen Patnaik Extend Rath Yatra Greetings as Puri Gears up for Grand Festival
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has extended greetings to all on the occasion of annual Rath Yatra beginning from Thursday, calling upon devotees visiting the holy town of Puri to celebrate the festival in a disciplined manner while abiding by all rules and...
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RRU, National Maritime Heritage Complex Sign MoU to Strengthen Maritime Education, Research
Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU) and the National Maritime Heritage Complex (NMHC) at Lothal, have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to deepen collaboration in maritime education, research, training, heritage studies and capacity building, bringing together...
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Three killed as car crashes into stationary dumper on Mumbai-Goa Highway
Three people, including two women, were killed and two others sustained critical injuries after a car rammed into a stationary dumper on the Mumbai-Goa Highway in Maharashtra's Ratnagiri district early on Wednesday, officials said.The injured were rushed to Lanja Rural...
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75 Years of Raj Assembly: Veteran MLAs to Be Honoured Today at Day-long Amrit Mahotsav
The Rajasthan Legislative Assembly will celebrate its 75th anniversary with a grand Amrit Mahotsav on Wednesday, bringing together constitutional dignitaries, current and former legislators, and parliamentarians in what is being described as a first-of-its-kind event in the...
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Rajasthan Govt Transfers 18 IPS Officers in Late Night Reshuffle
In a major revamp of the police administration, the Rajasthan government transferred 18 IPS officers late Tuesday night.Along with two officers of Director General (DG) rank, the Jodhpur Police Commissioner and the Inspectors General (IGs) of the Ajmer and Bharatpur ranges...
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EAM Jaishankar meets European Council President in Brussels; reaffirms India-EU Push on trade, technology, strategic cooperation
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Wednesday met President of the European Council Antonio Costa in Brussels as he began a high-level diplomatic engagement aimed at further strengthening the India-European Union Strategic Partnership.The meeting comes during EAM...
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Key Accused Detained under Goondas Act in Alleged RS 100 CR Scam in TN Private Schools
In a significant escalation of the investigation into the alleged Rs 100-crore fraud targeting private school managements across Tamil Nadu, the Chennai City Police have invoked the Goondas Act against the prime accused, B.T. Arasakumar, days after his arrest by the Central...
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K'taka Govt Exonerates Three IPS Officers in Chinnaswamy Stampede Case
The Karnataka government on Tuesday exonerated senior IPS officers B. Dayananda, Vikash Kumar Vikash and Shekhar H. Tekkannavar in connection with the June 4, 2025, Chinnaswamy Stadium stampede case in which 11 people were killed, bringing an end to the departmental...