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NC Sweeps Three of Four Rajya Sabha Seats in J&K

In a dramatic outcome of the first-ever Rajya Sabha elections in Jammu and Kashmir since the abrogation of Article 370, the ruling National Conference (NC) won three out of four seats, while the opposition BJP managed to clinch one, defying numerical odds.

19 days ago

National Lok Adalat to Take Place Today Across Country, Aims to Ease Court Burden

Negligence, Not Nature: Court Seeks Action Report in Vaishno Devi Tragedy That Killed 34 Pilgrims

The Judicial Magistrate First Class, Katra, has sought an Action Taken Report (ATR) from Reasi police on a complaint accusing officials of the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB) of criminal negligence in the August 26 landslide that killed 34 devotees.

19 days ago

Reliance Industries says it will comply with Western sanctions on Russian oil

Reliance is the largest importer of Russian crude oil in India, which it processes into petroleum products such as petrol and diesel at the company's giant refinery in Jamnagar on the Gujarat coast for export and domestic use.

19 days ago

US eyes early conclusion to trade pact with South Korea amid strategic push

The official made the remarks during an online press briefing amid uncertainty over whether Seoul and Washington could reach a breakthrough to finalise details of the trade deal before or during a summit between Korean President Lee Jae Myung and U.S. President Donald Trump, set for Wednesday in Korea.

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RJD treats Muslims as 'bonded vote bank', alleges Chirag Paswan

"RJD was not ready for a Muslim Chief Minister even in 2005, and today in 2025, it is neither ready to give a Muslim Chief Minister nor a Deputy Chief Minister!" Paswan remarked, questioning the party's commitment to inclusion.

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RS Elections: Cross-voting exposes rift within INDIA bloc; non-BJP parties exchange accusations

A political storm erupted in J&K after the BJP pulled off a surprise victory on one of the four Rajya Sabha seats, due to cross-voting by four MLAs from the ruling coalition. PC chief Sajad Lone labelled the outcome a "fixed match" between the NC and BJP, while former Congress president Vikar Rasool Wani accused both parties of a secret deal.

19 days ago

Bihar polls: HM Amit Shah to campaign in Khagaria, Munger, and Bihar Sharif

A day earlier, on Friday, Shah launched a scathing attack on RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav and the Mahagathbandhan (Grand Alliance) while addressing a massive public meeting in Siwan, accusing them of attempting to bring back the "jungle raj" era in Bihar.

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'Poverty surges to 39 pc': Pakistan moving faster towards destitution

Between fiscal years 2020 and 2025, the country has experienced severe volatility in inflation, GDP per capita growth, and sectoral performance, all of which have contributed to a sharp rise in poverty, the article states.

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K'taka leadership row: Shivakumar declines to comment on Yathindra's 'Satish Jarkiholi as CM' remark

"I stand by discipline. Discipline is the priority of my party," Shivakumar underlined. The statements are likely to trigger a major controversy within the ruling Congress, as the Siddaramaiah camp is also expected to respond to Shivakumar's remarks.

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Forests on the brink: Global call to action and India's pivotal role

"COP30 is the world's chance to make forests the bedrock of climate justice." – Major General Dr Dilawar Singh.

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PM Modi-Chinese President Xi's meeting reflects pragmatic approach from India, China

India's ascent to global primacy: Seizing the Kazan Thaw to surpass China

To eclipse China by 2040 when India's PPP GDP could match China's current $40.7 trillion and lead the multipolar world, India must execute a transformative strategy across economic, technological, societal, and diplomatic domains.

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Voting for J&K Rajya Sabha election ends peacefully, NC alliance has edge on all 4 seats

With its 41 MLAs voting with the support of six Congress, five independents, one MLA of CPI(M), three of the PDP, and one of AIP, the NC candidates have an edge over their BJP rivals.

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Man sentenced to life for sexually assaulting minor girl in J&K's Anantnag

In his judgement, the principal district and sessions judge, Anantnag (also the special judge under the POCSO Act) sentenced the man to imprisonment for the remainder of his natural life after convicting him for raping his minor daughter.

19 days ago

PM Modi hurls 'lathbandhan' jibe at Oppn, urges youths to vote for Viksit Bihar

PM Modi mocked the cracks and infighting in the Mahagathbandhan over seat-sharing and hurled a 'Mahalathbadhan' jibe, suggesting that the allies were engaged in a bitter face-off over seat-sharing and were driven by self-interest rather than public issues.

19 days ago

All is not well in UN, decisions don't address global priorities, says EAM Jaishankar

While launching a postage stamp to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the United Nations in New Delhi on Friday, EAM Jaishankar recalled the sacrifices of Indian UN peacekeepers and spoke about the recently hosted Chiefs of Army Staff conclave in the national capital, which witnessed participation from 30 troop-contributing countries.

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NC Sweeps Three of Four Rajya Sabha Seats in J&K

Negligence, Not Nature: Court Seeks Action Report in Vaishno Devi Tragedy That Killed 34 Pilgrims

Reliance Industries says it will comply with Western sanctions on Russian oil

US eyes early conclusion to trade pact with South Korea amid strategic push

RJD treats Muslims as 'bonded vote bank', alleges Chirag Paswan

RS Elections: Cross-voting exposes rift within INDIA bloc; non-BJP parties exchange accusations

Bihar polls: HM Amit Shah to campaign in Khagaria, Munger, and Bihar Sharif

'Poverty surges to 39 pc': Pakistan moving faster towards destitution

K'taka leadership row: Shivakumar declines to comment on Yathindra's 'Satish Jarkiholi as CM' remark

Forests on the brink: Global call to action and India's pivotal role

India's ascent to global primacy: Seizing the Kazan Thaw to surpass China

Voting for J&K Rajya Sabha election ends peacefully, NC alliance has edge on all 4 seats

Man sentenced to life for sexually assaulting minor girl in J&K's Anantnag

PM Modi hurls 'lathbandhan' jibe at Oppn, urges youths to vote for Viksit Bihar

All is not well in UN, decisions don't address global priorities, says EAM Jaishankar

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

Deepika Padukone is a sight to behold in velvet gown; attends Academy Museum Gala with Selena Gomez, Dua Lip [see pics]