Census effect: Cities will see ‘less crime’ next year

Crime rates in Indian cities are set to show a decline in 2027 due to a mathematical glitch in National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) calculations. NCRB uses outdated Census population figures as denominators, causing crime rates to appear inflated until the next Census updates these numbers, leading to dramatic drops….

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Bengal: Cultural symbolism marks milestone moment in history

The BJP’s first government in West Bengal was sworn in with a display of potent symbolism, including PM Modi’s gestures of respect and the inclusion of diverse community representatives. The event acknowledged the party’s historical struggle and its growing support base across various social and regional groups in the state….

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Delhi HC protects Congress MP Shashi Tharoor’s personality rights; orders blocking of deepfakes

The Delhi High Court granted interim relief to Congress MP Shashi Tharoor, ordering the removal of AI-generated deepfakes and synthetic media across digital platforms. The court recognized Tharoor’s enforceable personality and publicity rights, barring the misappropriation of his name, image, voice, and speaking style for any commercial, political, or malicious…

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Koli women chart new waters, set up seafood company

Mumbai’s Koli women are transforming their traditional fish trade into a corporate venture with Daryavardi Producer Company Limited. This community-owned enterprise, inspired by the Amul model, focuses on streamlined operations, product development, and modern marketing. Learning about improved packaging, they aim to elevate their business from a cottage industry to…

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‘Own work like Mughal rulers’: BJP snaps at Kejriwal after AAP chief likens PM Modi to Aurangzeb

A political storm erupted as Arvind Kejriwal compared PM Modi to Aurangzeb over ED raids on a Punjab minister. Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu retaliated, calling Kejriwal ‘Ahmad Shah Abdali’ and accusing the AAP of corruption. BJP leaders dismissed Kejriwal’s claims, stating the ED action targets graft, not political vendetta….

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‘Sacrifice etched in BJP’s journey’: PM Modi, Amit Shah pay tribute to party workers killed in West Bengal

A temporary memorial honouring the slain BJP workers was erected near the stage at Kolkata’s Brigade Parade Ground, where Suvendu Adhikari and his council of ministers took oath earlier in the day. The memorial displayed the names of the “martyrs” along with the districts they belonged to. Shah also shared…

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From 107 to 120: Inside political see-saw that kept Vijay away from Tamil Nadu CM chair for 5 days

For actor-turned-politician C Joseph Vijay, the days following the May 4 Tamil Nadu assembly election results were less about celebration and more about survival arithmetic. TVK emerged as the single-largest party with 108 seats in the 234-member assembly, placing Vijay within striking distance of the chief minister’s chair but still…

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Tamil Nadu: VCK says support to TVK aimed at preventing President’s rule, won’t affect DMK alliance

Thol Thirumavalavan’s VCK party has pledged unconditional support to Vijay’s TVK, aiming to ensure Tamil Nadu’s political stability and avert President’s rule. This move, made independently while remaining in the DMK alliance, bolsters TVK’s numbers to a majority. Vijay is now expected to stake his claim to form the government….

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Evening news wrap: VCK, IUML back Vijay’s TVK government formation; India successfully tests Advanced Agni missile with MIRV capability and more

Tamil Nadu sees a new government forming as TVK crosses the majority mark with VCK and IUML support. India enhances its defense with a successful Agni missile test featuring MIRV technology. West Bengal witnesses a historic shift with Suvendu Adhikari sworn in as the first BJP Chief Minister, while Mamata…

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Sleepless planet: Why nights are warming faster than days

Nights are warming faster than days globally, impacting crops, ecosystems, and human health. Cities trap heat due to concrete and lack of green cover, while rising greenhouse gases act like a thicker blanket, preventing heat escape. This ‘asymmetric warming’ alarms scientists, indicating a fundamental shift in the planet’s ability to…

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From Haryana to West Bengal – how PM Modi widened BJP’s footprint since 2014

The BJP has significantly expanded its political footprint across India, achieving its first chief minister in nine states since Prime Minister Narendra Modi took office in 2014. This expansion, marked by recent victories in West Bengal and Odisha, transforms the party from a Hindi-heartland force into a dominant pan-India political…

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Indian sailor killed after dhow catches fire near Strait of Hormuz; 17 rescued

A fire aboard a wooden dhow near the Strait of Hormuz resulted in the death of one Indian sailor and injuries to four others. Seventeen Indian crew members were rescued by a passing vessel. The incident occurred amidst heightened regional tensions, with recent exchanges between Iran and the United States…

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‘I bow to West Bengal Jana Shakti’: PM Modi kowtows before Kolkata crowd as BJP forms first govt

Prime Minister Modi expressed profound gratitude to the people of Bengal, bowing with folded hands after the BJP’s historic Assembly election victory. Alongside new chief minister Adhikari, he shared an emotional moment with 98-year-old veteran Makhanlal Sarkar, even touching his feet in a gesture of deep respect. This marks a…

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Suvendu Adhikari takes oath as West Bengal’s first BJP chief minister

Suvendu Adhikari has been sworn in as West Bengal’s first BJP chief minister at a grand ceremony attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This historic win, securing 207 seats, ends the Trinamool Congress’ 15-year reign. Adhikari’s transition from Mamata Banerjee’s aide to BJP leader marks a significant political upheaval in…

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