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Datia bypoll: Congress retains seat, defeats BJP by 6,056 votes; workers take sly dig at PM Modi, distribute Melody toffees, burst crackers

Datia bypoll: Congress retains seat, defeats BJP, distributes Melody toffees, bursts crackers

Congress retained the Datia Assembly seat, defeating the BJP for the second consecutive time. Congress candidate Ghanshyam Singh defeated BJP's Ashutosh Tiwari by 6,056 votes. The party also led at former Home Minister Narottam Mishra's polling booth. Congress workers celebrated in Bhopal by distributing sweets and Melody toffees after the party's victory.

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Prashant Kishor: The highs, lows and electoral debut of India's most famous political strategist in Bihar's Bankipur bypoll

Prashant Kishor:Highs, lows and electoral debut of India's most famous political strategist in Bihar's Bankipur bypoll

As Jan Suraaj founder Prashant Kishor claims his electoral win, we trace his remarkable journey from high-profile campaign strategist to standalone politician. Here is a look at the major victories and setbacks along the way

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Prashant Kishor wins Bankipur bypoll gives Jan Suraaj its maiden victory; BJP accepts public mandate

'Bankipur won't become Bengaluru overnight': Prashant Kishor after big win in Bihar

Bihar CM Samrat Choudhary congratulated Prashant Kishor on his victory in the Bankipur Assembly bypoll, saying the people had chosen Jan Suraaj in the democratic process. He said he respects the public mandate and wished Kishor success.

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BJP Retains Gujarat's Manjalpur Seat, Satish Patel Wins Bypoll By 30,000+ Votes

The BJP retained Gujarat's Manjalpur Assembly seat after Satish Govindbhai Patel defeated Congress' Bhikhabhai Rabari by over 30,000 votes, according to the Election Commission. Meanwhile, Jan Suraaj founder Prashant Kishor strengthened his lead in Bihar's Bankipur, while Congress led in Madhya Pradesh's Datia

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Brij Bhushan Singh cleared in sexual harassment case filed by women wrestlers

A Delhi court on Monday acquitted former Wrestling Federation of India chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh in the sexual harassment case filed by six women wrestlers. The verdict brings relief to the political leader, in one of the most high-profile legal battles in Indian sport.

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CJP founder reflects on 'biggest achievement' of Delhi stir, lists outfit's priorities and strategy

He ruled out immediate electoral politics, saying the group aims to function as a public pressure movement, and pledged to continue supporting students and raising issues related to education and unemployment across the country

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Govt introduces Bankers' Books Evidence, Indian Statistical Institute Bills in Lok Sabha

The government is replacing a colonial-era law with one that seeks to preserve access to banking evidence while protecting banks from unnecessary legal proceedings, shifting the emphasis to better-targeted judicial oversight rather than unrestricted access to banking records.

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NSUI holds protest, seeks Odisha Education Minister's resignation

'Govt will have to bow down': Jharkhand students intensify protest over JPSC, JSSC irregularities

The Jharkhand Crime Investigation Department (CID), which is probing alleged irregularities in the 14th JPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination, launched a major statewide crackdown on Monday, carrying out simultaneous raids at more than 20 locations across the state.

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Iranian FM warns Britain against cooperation with US strikes on Iran

Iran rejects Trump's claim, says military on high alert as efforts to revive U.S.-Iran deal continue

The U.S. President said he will order American forces to hold off on new strikes against Iran, claiming West Asia allies had reached the parameters of a deal to end the war

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Death toll rise to 15 in suicide attack at police station in Pakistan

The blast occurred near sensitive government buildings during a public demonstration, prompting security forces to seal off the area and launch a search operation. The attack comes days after another assault in Hangu district killed nine police personnel, highlighting the surge in militant attacks on law enforcement in Pakistan's border regions.

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Indonesian Ferry Carrying More Than 250 People Catches Fire, 5 Dead And 41 Missing

Videos broadcast by local news outlet iNews showed frightened passengers wearing life jackets and gathering aboard rescue vessels. Other footage captured thick plumes of smoke rising from the ferry as some passengers climbed down the vessel while others jumped into the sea.

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'Why only private eateries?': After Bombay HC's question, FDA inspects canteens inside High Court

Court finds government canteen inspection reports contradicted by independent advocates' survey; it appreciates the FDA's overall work but adds that the authority's actions should reflect transparency and accountability

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Switz Foods' licence suspended by FSSAI: 10 key findings from regulator's inspection

According to FSSAI, the inspection revealed multiple non-conformities that posed a significant risk to food safety. Food products were found to be manufactured, packed and stored under unhygienic conditions, increasing the possibility of contamination.

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After Crackdown on Narco Network, J&K to Roll Out First Rehabilitation Scheme for Drug Victims

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha announced the launch of the first-ever "Rehabilitation and Socio-Economic Reintegration Scheme for Drug Abuse Victims, 2026." The pilot project will begin in the two worst-affected districts of Jammu and Kashmir, focusing on treatment, counselling, skill development, employment, and long-term reintegration of drug abuse victims.

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Famed climber Nirmal Purja dies chasing mountaineering record on Broad Peak

Mountaineer Nirmal Purja's Body Recovered Days After Avalanche Killed Crew

The ground rescue team has reached Nirmal Purja 'Nims Dai' at approximately 5,700m on Broad Peak, where three additional bodies have also been sighted, though their identities remain unconfirmed, said Alpine Club of Pakistan

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Datia bypoll: Congress retains seat, defeats BJP, distributes Melody toffees, bursts crackers

Prashant Kishor:Highs, lows and electoral debut of India's most famous political strategist in Bihar's Bankipur bypoll

'Bankipur won't become Bengaluru overnight': Prashant Kishor after big win in Bihar

BJP Retains Gujarat's Manjalpur Seat, Satish Patel Wins Bypoll By 30,000+ Votes

Brij Bhushan Singh cleared in sexual harassment case filed by women wrestlers

CJP founder reflects on 'biggest achievement' of Delhi stir, lists outfit's priorities and strategy

Govt introduces Bankers' Books Evidence, Indian Statistical Institute Bills in Lok Sabha

'Govt will have to bow down': Jharkhand students intensify protest over JPSC, JSSC irregularities

Iran rejects Trump's claim, says military on high alert as efforts to revive U.S.-Iran deal continue

Death toll rise to 15 in suicide attack at police station in Pakistan

Indonesian Ferry Carrying More Than 250 People Catches Fire, 5 Dead And 41 Missing

'Why only private eateries?': After Bombay HC's question, FDA inspects canteens inside High Court

Switz Foods' licence suspended by FSSAI: 10 key findings from regulator's inspection

After Crackdown on Narco Network, J&K to Roll Out First Rehabilitation Scheme for Drug Victims

Mountaineer Nirmal Purja's Body Recovered Days After Avalanche Killed Crew

Time for India to follow suit? France, Germany, Netherlands, US banned use of EVMs [here's why]

Dhanush's Captain Miller has no buyers in Telugu states? Here's why

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