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Actor Koel Mallick joins BJP, files Rajya Sabha nomination months after quitting

The BJP on Monday nominated her as its Rajya Sabha candidate from West Bengal for the October 16 by-election

Justice Bhuyan: ‘Mass voter exclusion would negate constitutional order’

The Supreme Court judge says no amount of whataboutery can justify the exclusion of voters en masse from the electoral rolls as such an action is fatal to the Constitution.

2 Gangsters Linked To Lawrence Bishnoi Gang Arrested After Encounter In Delhi

As soon as the two criminals reached the spot, they allegedly opened fire at the police team.

Former Security Camp In Chhattisgarh's Abujhmad Now A Tribal Students' Hostel For 150 Children

Students, particularly those who had completed the 10th grade, often had to rent private rooms near the school to continue their education.

Arasavalli Sun temple will be among India’s major spiritual destinations, says Rammohan Naidu

Union Minister for Civil Aviation K. Rammohan Naidu visits the Sun temple with the Collector, says the Bhogapuram airport will bring devotees from other States and abroad

Childhood: sold, silenced, stolen

In Maharashtra’s Marathwada region, child marriage persists as families grapple with fears over girls’ safety and so-called honour. Poverty and migration add to the problem, while predators, weak institutions, and a marriage market deepen their vulnerability. Radheshyam Jadhav follows girls and women caught in this cycle and those fighting to break it through education and independence

"Trying To Disturb Peace Of Region": Assam Student Body On CJP's School Visits

The development comes days after CJP launched its "School Thik Karo" campaign, aimed at assessing infrastructure and facilities in government schools across the state.

‘Ladli Behna has turned out to be very expensive’: MP CM Mohan Yadav to 12-year-old Bundeli creator

The Mukhyamantri Ladli Behna scheme was announced on January 28, 2023, by the then Shivraj Singh Chouhan government.

The right to more than a room and roof

The Odisha government has formulated guidelines to safeguard the property rights of persons with disabilities. Satyasundar Barik spoke to those impacted and to activists, who say that these guidelines were needed for both inherited and self-acquired property, and how mandates help improve lives

VACB begins probe into alleged irregularities in Mundamveli P&T apartment project in Kochi

Vigilance officials inspected the apartments and their immediate surroundings and interacted with residents and members of the protest committee

Telangana Woman Dies After Truck Rams Car In US

The woman was returning home along with a friend after closing the restaurant when a truck collided with their car. Supriya died at the scene, while her friend suffered serious injuries and was taken to hospital for treatment.

Meet Sarvesh Sharma, Himachal Student Who Built A ₹87,000 Drone And Secured ₹3.5 Crore Defence Funding

A Himachal Pradesh student received Rs 3.5 crore from the Defence Ministry to develop a surveillance drone for high-altitude border areas.

"Unemployment May Triple In US": Top Economist Sounds Alarm Over AI

As per a Pew study, 75% of Americans now fear AI is coming for their jobs.

Break-up of marks needed to aid prep, say UPSC candidates

According to experts, the detailed distribution of marks should be released after the declaration of the final result, when the entire exam cycle has concluded. Releasing it before the interviews and final result may affect an ongoing selection process

Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2026: tough by design or default?

An exam meant to filter talent is increasingly seen as rejecting it, raising questions about fairness, design, and whether the system is identifying merit — a warning that calls for deeper reflection and timely course correction, rather than remaining a mere instance of acknowledgement

Letting the wind flow freely is the secret to cooling our cities

Slower winds can affect how people experience heat. Normally, the air immediately above the ground becomes saturated with water vapour due to evaporation. When winds blow faster, the saturated air is replaced with drier air. Slower winds, however, also limit evaporation

SC refuses to restrain Gyanesh Kumar, says can't pass order based on news report

The SC bench made it clear that any decision found to have been taken contrary to the statutory requirements governing the ECI could subsequently be injuncted.

Explained | What is relative humidity and why does it matter on a hot day?

The higher the relative humidity of air, the less you can cool yourself by sweating.

TPCC chief reiterates demand for BC/OBC column in Census-2027, assures greater political share for BCs

150 Bangladeshi nationals airlifted from J&K to West Bengal for deportation

504 Bangladeshi nationals have been identified across the Union Territory’s 20 districts 458 in the Kashmir division and 46 in the Jammu division.

Two drown in the Krishna in separate incidents in Andhra’s Krishna district; bodies retrieved

A 70-year-old cattle rearer was washed away at Madhyalanka, and a 25-year-old drowned when the boat he was fishing from with his parents capsized; his parents swam to safety

How Tagore’s songs were ahead of their time in form and feeling

The Nobel-laureate’s songs, popularly referred to as Rabindra Sangeet, are dynamic texts open to reinterpretation, allowing each generation to find new meaning in themes of freedom, love, and humanity — revisiting the Tagore’s musical oeuvre on his 165th birth anniversary

IndiGo Airfares To Increase From Tomorrow As Jet Fuel Prices Rise

The quantum of hike ranges from Rs 100 to Rs 350 for domestic flights depending on distance.

Great Nicobar project: Supreme Court rejects govt’s plea, fast-tracks HC scrutiny

The court underlined the constitutional significance of protecting the culture of the indigenous tribes inhabiting the island

Byelections in Tamil Nadu: Public holiday for Madurantakam, Dharapuram on October 6

An order said employees working in Chengalpattu, Tiruppur and neighbouring districts, but registered as voters in the Madurantakam and Dharapuram constituencies, should also be given a paid holiday.

'Can Put On Hold': Top Court To Examine Poll Body Decisions Amid Dissent Row

A PIL urged the top court to determine whether Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar has been individually exercising powers that legally belong to the Election Commission as a whole, and, if so, to declare those actions unauthorised and take appropriate legal action.

While KPSC flounders, KEA finishes recruitment process for 7,905 posts in four months in Karnataka

Candidates, who have been waiting for government jobs for years, are expected to join the Karnataka Police within the next three months

Key Takeaways From Supreme Court's Observations On Top Poll Officer Row

The Supreme Court was hearing a batch of pleas seeking suspension of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.

'Need to create fear in minds of anti-social elements': What Supreme Court told police over rising rape cases in Delhi-NCR; Top quotes

The top court was hearing a suo motu case on recent rape cases in Delhi-NCR, amid a series of alleged sexual assaults reported in recent months.

Robbery At CaratLane Store In Hyderabad, Jewellery Worth Rs 2 Crore Stolen

The preliminary loss is estimated at around Rs 2 crore, though the exact value will be known only after the showroom completes a detailed inventory.