Sharad Pawar makes a soul-stirring plea 'to regain the glory of progressive Maharashtra'
Barely four days ahead of the state Assembly elections, senior statesman and Nationalist Congress Party (SP) leader Sharad Pawar has called upon the voters to regain the progressive, cultured,...
Sukhbir Badal resigns as Shiromani Akali Dal president
Badal's resignation came days after he urged the Akal Takht Jathedar to pronounce his punishment for religious misconduct charges, saying more than two months have passed since he was declared 'tankhaiya' (guilty of religious misconduct).
Farmers descend on Welsh Labour conference to protest Keir Starmer appearance as PM defends budget decisions
Farmers descended on the Welsh Labour Conference on Saturday to protest Sir Keir Starmer’s inheritance tax hikes.
Industrialist out on bail in Morbi bridge collapse case honoured; kin of victims upset
Jaysukh Patel, main accused in Gujarat bridge collapse, honored at event despite criticism from victims' families.
After disengagement, focus should be on...: Jaishankar on LAC row
Jaishankar described as a 'reasonable supposition' to expect some improvement in the relations between India and China following the last round of disengagement but hesitated to say that there could be a reset of the ties.
BJP backs LG's crackdown on illegal immigrants in Delhi
The BJP has come out in support of Delhi Lieutenant Governor (LG), V.K. Saxena's directive to the Delhi Police and District Magistrates to step up vigilance and coordinate with central agencies to...
‘Govt job’: Punjab has emerged as role model state, says Kejriwal
Former Delhi Chief Minister and national convener of Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Arvind Kejriwal on Saturday said Punjab has emerged as a role model state for the country by providing government jobs to...
Malcolm X’s family sues FBI, CIA and NYPD over his murder
The family of the murdered black civil rights activist accuses the agencies of having a role in his death.
Drive to remove encroachments along ‘Raja Vaikkal’ in Theni begins again; govt sanctions ₹34 lakh for building culvert near Old Bus Stand: Collector
Theni district administration evicts encroachers along Raja Vaikkal supply channel to restore irrigation and drinking water source.
UP hospital had expired fire extinguishers? Govt says...
The incident sparked a political blame game in the state where bypolls to nine assembly seats will be held on November 20. Opposition parties blamed the BJP government in the state and said the deaths raise serious questions about the negligence of the administration.
Time to unlock electronic tracking technology for undertrial inmates: SC report
Supreme Court report suggests using electronic tracking devices for undertrial prisoners to ease overcrowding in Indian prisons.
Preparation of DPR for the vexatious semi ring road project runs into delay
The semi ring road project, which would connect four major national highways around Tiruchi, has run into delay as the National Highways Authority of India’s (NHAI) tender for preparation of detailed project report (DPR) has attracted only a single bid
Pinarayi, Satheesan trade barbs over Lok Ayukta’s effectiveness and amendment law
Chief Minister and Opposition Leader debate Kerala Lok Ayukta's effectiveness during Lok Ayukta Day observance in Palakkad.
Those dreaming of J&K's independence unaware of ground realities: Farooq Abdullah
Farooq Abdullah comments on strained India-Pakistan relations, Kashmir independence, and sports-politics connection in media interaction.
MCC tasked with identifying vending and non-vending zone for hawkers
MCC directed to identify vending zones in Mysuru to regulate street vendors and ensure compliance with regulations.
Advocates, political leaders oppose A.P. govt.’s move to shift judicial institutions from Kurnool to Amaravati
Demand grows to keep Lokayukta and SHRC in Kurnool, amid government plans to relocate to Amaravati, sparking protests.
40 years in a transit camp 
Sheva koliwada, a fishing village near Mumbai, struggles for compensation and permanent homes after 40 years of displacement.
HC apprised of proposal on development works along girivalam path of Palani temple
Madurai High Court reviews proposal for infrastructure development at Palani Temple, grants 10 days for government sanction.
Use of the terms bhangi, neech, bhikhari and mangani does not amount to casteist slur: Rajasthan High Court
Rajasthan High Court rules use of certain terms not casteist slur, drops SC/ST Act charges against accused in land dispute.
Man killed in shotgun attack as he walked home in 'gangster-style execution'
36 years on from the slaying and the brutal shooting remains unsolved. Shocking reports have emerged from the time of the street murder, which took place on Alderville Road, Walton.
EC notices to Cong, BJP over Rahul, Shah speeches
Top leaders of the two parties are campaigning in Jharkhand and Maharashtra for the ongoing assembly polls in the two states.
War of words over alleged administrative paralysis in Kozhikode Corporation
Alleged administrative paralysis in Kozhikode Corporation sparks war of words between officials and Opposition, raising concerns.
Despite ideological differences, Cong has highest respect for Balasaheb Thackeray: Priyanka Gandhi
Scotching all speculations among allies, Congress General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Saturday declared that despite the party’s ideological differences with the (undivided) Shiv Sena founder...
Protesters storm houses of Manipur ministers, MLAs over hostage deaths
Protesters in Imphal, Manipur stormed the residences of two ministers and three MLAs, demanding justice for the murder of three people in Jiribam district. The mob attacks prompted authorities to impose curfew in Imphal West district. The protests followed the discovery of three bodies, suspected to be of six missing people from Jiribam district, near the Manipur-Assam border.
It's a prize-winning building only built 30 years ago... now it could be demolished
It was only built in 1996 and was last used for a popular TV reality show
Maharashtra elections: Pawan Kalyan invokes Bal Thackeray and B.R. Ambedkar
In Maharashtra, Pawan Kalyan invokes Bal Thackeray and B.R. Ambedkar. The Maha Vikas Aghadi is trying to drive a wedge among people, alleges the JSP chief during his campaign for the BJP candidates, and insists that the State needs a stable government, which only the NDA can provide.
Manipur bodies recovery: Widespread mob violence reported, curfew imposed, mobile internet suspended
Curfew has been clamped in Manipur's Imphal East, Imphal West, Bishnupur, and Thoubal districts on Saturday after widespread attacks in different places, including on residences of ministers and MLAs,...
₹221 crore sanctioned to set up 65 new welfare hostels in A.P., says Minister
Social Welfare Minister announces construction of 65 new hostels in Andhra Pradesh, with funds allocated for maintenance and improvements.
Steps initiated to assign fair value to rehabilitation plots at Mulavukad
Initiative to assign fair value to plots at Mulavukad for families affected by the Vallarpadam Terminal project underway.
Pinarayi rallies for Sarin in Palakkad, boosts LDF camps
Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan energizes LDF workers in Palakkad, promising development and support for paddy farmers.
Centre, State should intervene in Munambam issue: Almaya Munnettam
Call for government intervention to prevent displacement of over 600 families in Munambam due to Waqf property dispute.
Rice shortage caused mango kernel deaths in Odisha, say activists
Activists raise concerns over rice shortage in Odisha's Kandhamal district, leading to tragic deaths from mango kernel consumption.
Why PM mum on Caste Census, removing 50 pc quota limit: Rahul Gandhi
The Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi asked the Bharatiya Janata Party and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, why they chose to remain silent on the opposition’s demands to conduct a Caste...
Branch library at Marina to get an “Ocean Station”
Public library near Marina swimming pool to get a facelift
Top civil servants for 2024 named
Three civil servants were awarded for their exceptional contributions to the public sector at the Government of Jamaica and First Heritage Co-operative Credit Union Civil Servants of the Year Awards, held Friday at Terra Nova All-Suite Hotel in St...
My neighbour has built a nightclub in their garden - it is a nightmare
A 'garden nightclub' which hosted 'drinking sessions' and kareoke has been at the centre of a bitter planning row with locals after it was built without planning permission.
King Charles owns dozens of homes for rent that don't meet vital minimum energy standards
After examining Energy Performance Certificates for scores on the West Norfolk estate, we have found more than 30 properties owned by the King fail to meet minimum requirements
PETER HITCHENS: Menace of unlicensed electric bike riders
PETER HITCHENS: We are undergoing the most damaging transport revolution since Dr Beeching destroyed the railways - the invasion of urban areas by electric bicycles and scooters.
J&K Opposition parties corner ruling National Conference over Congress’s take on Article 370
J&K Opposition targets NC-Congress alliance over Article 370 resolution, raising questions about sincerity and commitment.
Court orders police to stop blockade of zama-zama exits in Stilfontein
High court issued an urgent provisional order with the matter postponed to Tuesday.
King Charles' Sandringham Estate homes fail energy efficiency requirements
More than 30 rental properties on the Sandringham Estate owned by King Charles have a rating of F or G for energy efficiency - meaning they fail to meet the minimum requirements for landlords.
Moment police catch machete wielding phone thief in London
Officers witnessed the phone snatched on CCTV, after which they followed the suspect and were able to find him.
Pre-election hustle
Tamil Nadu's political landscape post Lok Sabha election sees heightened activity, realignments, and power-sharing discussions for the 2026 Assembly election.
Gucci gear, bling, and £200k cars - inside the luxury lifestyles of criminal gangs
More than £2m in cash has been recovered from criminals by intercepting vehicles and searching premises
Brotherhood crisis turns violent as worshippers reject Olumba’s successor
“They rebelled; they rejected the rulership of the Kingdom of Christ.”
Suspected ‘Kuruva’ gang member nabbed soon after being forcibly freed from custody
Kochi City police and Alappuzha police recapture suspected 'Kuruva thief' after intense manhunt with fire and rescue services.
Facing inflation heat, BJP is promising guarantees in Maharashtra on the lines of Congress in Karnataka, says D.K. Shivakumar
D.K. Shivakumar criticizes BJP's guarantee schemes in Maharashtra, accuses PM Modi of favoring industrialists over the poor.
Britain's aircraft carriers get sunk 'in most war games', sources say
A military source has revealed that Britain's multi-billion pound aircraft carriers may already be out of date, with the vessels getting sunk in 'most war game' scenarios.
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