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The race for the Congress president’s post hotted up on Wednesday with Rajasthan Chief Minister Asho
The race for the Congress president’s post hotted up on Wednesday with Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot giving a clear indication that he could enter the poll fray and Shashi Tharoor meeting the party’s poll panel chief to enquire about the nomination formalities.
Naga insurgent group NSCN-IM on Wednesday held a meeting with a government representative in New Delhi, in an effort to find a permanent solution to the decades-old vexed problem, officials said. The dialogue remained inconclusive and is likely to resume today, an official privy to the talks said.
Has the government ended up “diminishing” the opportunities of candidates who compete for jobs and seats in government institutions purely on merit by carving out a 10% quota for ‘economically weaker sections’ (EWS) from the general category, a Constitution Bench of the Supreme Court asked the Centre on Wednesday. The hearing is set to continue today as well.
The apex court, which heard submissions in the matter for the ninth day on Wednesday, said it would give just one hour to the lawyers for the petitioners to conclude their arguments on Thursday.
Stepping up the preparations for upcoming assembly polls, the full Election Commission will be visiting Himachal Pradesh and Gujarat beginning Thursday to assess the readiness of the poll machinery in the two states.
The petition, seeking urgent hearing, was mentioned before a division bench of Justices R D Dhanuka and Kamal Khata. The Bench posted it for hearing on Thursday.
Two Diving Support Vessels (DSVs) of the Indian Navy are set to be launched in Visakhapatnam on Thursday in the presence of Navy Chief Admiral R Hari Kumar.
Bombay High Court mandates expedited trials for NDPS cases against a Yemeni national to alleviate government resource burdens.
Palaniswami blames the DMK for closing 210 schools, contrasting it with AIADMK's educational achievements during its tenure.
Vishwamanava Day honors Kuvempu's ideals as a guiding light for society, promoting peace and universal humanity through literature.
Pentagon announces $8.6 billion Boeing contract for 25 F-15 jets to support Israel's military capabilities.
Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation’s standing committee approves Budget proposals to the tune of ₹11,460 crore for the financial year 2026-27, only marginally higher than the estimates for the current fiscal at ₹11,010 crore.
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Bengaluru's 2025 year-end recap highlights tragic events, including a deadly stampede, a cash van heist, and shocking murders.
Special Chief Secretary reviews High Court complex works in Rajendranagar, emphasizing timely completion and improved coordination among teams.
India rejects Pakistan's comments on minority conditions, emphasizing its own record of systemic victimization of minorities in Pakistan.
The rides, between 3 p.m. and 10 p.m. at hourly intervals, start from East Fort in the city
Deputy Chief Minister urges officials to ensure transparency and preparedness during Assembly sessions for effective governance and communication.
Angkrish Raghuvanshi impresses on his return, scoring 68 to lead Mumbai to victory in the Vijay Hazare Trophy.