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Nine policemen in Thane were suspended after a probe found negligence during escort of seven undertrial prisoners to a hospital. Two prisoners went missing temporarily, and officers failed to supervise properly, leading to disciplinary action.

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Restrictive provisions in the name of affirmative action and merit have left BCs steadily losing ground in jobs, education and representation

Bilateral relationships are nurtured not through diktats but through a shared understanding of each other’s economic realities

The ECI has strongly refuted Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s recent allegations of large-scale voter list manipulation, particularly in the Mahadevapura Assembly segment of Bangalore Central. In response to Gandhi's press conference, the ECI has challenged him to legally stand by his claims by signing a statutory declaration under Rule 20(3)(b) of the Registration of Electors Rules, 1960.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday, reaffirming their commitment to deepen the India-Russia Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership. The conversation covered recent developments in Ukraine, with Modi reiterating India’s consistent call for a peaceful resolution.

India is actively negotiating Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with multiple countries including the US, EU, Oman, Chile, Peru, and New Zealand, Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said during the BT India @100 event. With India now the world’s fourth-largest economy, Goyal affirmed that the nation is on track to become the third-largest.

India is set to celebrate Independence Day with ceremonies from the Red Fort to villages. The Centre has issued detailed plans, honouring everyday heroes and launching campaigns like tree plantations and cleanliness drives, ensuring nationwide participation in the festivities

A 14-year-old boy in Bengaluru was allegedly murdered by his uncle over repeated demands for online gaming money. The accused surrendered after three days. Police recovered the decomposed body and launched a probe into the role of gaming addiction in the incident

The BJP accused Congress of diverting Rs 187 crore meant for Karnataka’s tribal welfare to fund election campaigns in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. Citing ED findings, BJP posed 13 questions to Rahul Gandhi, sparking a political storm ahead of upcoming elections

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India has been drawn in Group D for the AFC U-17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026 Qualifiers, facing Palestine, Chinese Taipei, Lebanon, and Iran. The Qualifiers will take place in Ahmedabad

If India wants to stay in the global AI race, it must address the three missing pieces — talent, data, and research

Urgent, inclusive reforms are essential to bridge policy gaps and safeguard both nature and vulnerable communities

Senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has sparked a political storm by alleging massive voter fraud in Bengaluru Central during the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, claiming that over 1,00,250 votes in the Mahadevapura Assembly segment were fraudulent. His allegations are based on a Congress-led investigation that found numerous irregularities, including fake voters, duplicate entries, and misuse of voter registration forms.

As of March 2025, Jio had around 191 million 5G users on its network contributing about 45 per cent to its wireless data traffic

However, the promoter group firms that Reliance Industries chairman controls earn a dividend income of Rs 3,655 crore

Elon Musk’s Starlink will store Indian user data within the country, with no traffic routed abroad, Parliament was informed. The company has received key approvals and is preparing to roll out satellite-based internet services while meeting national security requirements

Uddhav Thackeray lashed out at the Modi government over rising US tariffs, alleged foreign policy failures, and ties with Pakistan and China. He questioned the PM’s silence on key issues and accused the BJP of weakening democracy and ignoring national crises

Rescue teams have saved 409 people from flood-hit areas in Uttarkashi. Of these, 274 are currently safe in Harsil, while 135 have been moved to Uttarkashi and Dehradun. Relief operations are ongoing with support from multiple armed, medical, and disaster agencies.

CM Revanth Reddy blamed the Centre for delaying 42% BC reservations, saying Telangana had completed its responsibilities. He outlined three legal and political options, including issuing a GO or waiting for the President’s assent, and assured continued commitment to BC welfare.

BRS MPs accused the Centre and Telangana government of supporting Andhra Pradesh's Godavari–Banakacherla project, risking Telangana’s water share. They also slammed the Congress for staging symbolic BC reservation protests, questioning the party’s sincerity and Cabinet representation of marginalised communities.