Evening news wrap: India flags civilian deaths in Lebanon; Amit Shah vows UCC in Bengal; and more

India expresses deep concern over civilian deaths in Lebanon amid ongoing Israeli strikes, calling the situation “very disturbing.” Meanwhile, Union Home Minister Amit Shah pledged to implement the Uniform Civil Code in Bengal within six months if the BJP wins. Delhi Police have busted an ISI-backed spy network, arresting ten…

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Boat carrying devotees capsizes in Mathura; 10 bodies recovered, rescue ops on

Tragedy struck Mathura’s Yamuna River as a boat carrying devotees capsized near Kesi Ghat. At least six lives were lost in the unfortunate incident that occurred Friday afternoon. Around 30 individuals were on two boats when one suddenly sank. Rescue efforts are actively ongoing to locate those still missing, with…

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‘BJP to bring UCC in 6 months’: Amit Shah pitches comman civil law in Bengal

UCC is a proposal to have one common set of personal laws for all citizens in India, covering marriage, divorce, inheritance, and adoption, regardless of religion. It aims to ensure equality before law and promote national integration by replacing religion-based personal laws with a uniform legal framework. In the Bengal…

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‘Forced into Ukraine war’: SC asks Centre to respond to habeas corpus plea of 26 Indians stranded in Russia

The Supreme Court has directed the Union government to respond within a week to a habeas corpus petition concerning 26 Indian nationals allegedly stranded in Russia and forced into the Ukraine war. Families reported their relatives were lured with job promises, had passports seized, and were compelled to join military…

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Cash recovery row: Justice Yashwant Varma resigns amid impeachment process; what is the case about

Justice Yashwant Varma has resigned from his post following a cash recovery controversy and impeachment proceedings. Allegations of unaccounted cash surfaced after a fire at his residence, prompting a Supreme Court inquiry and subsequent parliamentary action. The judge had previously questioned the constitutionality of the inquiry process. …

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Passport row: Pawan Khera gets anticipatory bail after FIR by Himanta Biswa Sarma’s wife

The Telangana High Court granted Congress leader Pawan Khera one week of transit anticipatory bail in a defamation case filed by Assam Police. The court’s order allows Khera to approach the appropriate court in Assam to file a regular bail application, protecting him from arrest for seven days. …

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Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin takes Chennai Metro during poll campaign, interacts with commuters

Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin took a Chennai Metro ride, engaging with commuters to seek support for his party ahead of the Assembly polls. He recalled his role in developing the metro project, highlighting its progress and future expansion plans. This public outreach is part of his intensified campaign efforts….

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‘Revelations show how vulnerable Bengal’s Muslims are’: Owaisi’s AIMIM breaks alliance with Humayun Kabir’s party before elections

Ahead of West Bengal polls, Asaduddin Owaisi’s AIMIM has ended its alliance with Humayun Kabir’s party, citing concerns over remarks questioning Muslim integrity. AIMIM will now contest independently, aiming to provide a voice for marginalized communities. The move could influence constituencies with significant minority populations, potentially creating multi-cornered contests. …

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Foreign secretary Vikram Misri meets Marco Rubio, Kash Patel in Washington: Key takeaways

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will visit India next month following productive talks with Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri in Washington. Discussions focused on strengthening the bilateral partnership, particularly in trade, defence, critical minerals, and the Quad. Both nations aim to deepen engagement across these vital sectors, enhancing their Comprehensive…

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BSF opens up Assam gates for families living beyond Bangladesh border fence to vote

Border Security Force personnel facilitated voting for 70 families in Assam’s Sribhumi district, living beyond the India-Bangladesh barbed-wire fence. Vehicles and opened gates ensured residents of five villages could cast their ballots, a powerful assertion of their Indian identity. BSF also aided election campaigning in these remote settlements near the…

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Setback for arms consultant, Delhi HC upholds ‘fugitive offender’ tag

Delhi High Court has affirmed a trial court’s decision labeling UK-based arms consultant Sanjay Bhandari a “fugitive economic offender” in a money laundering case. The court dismissed Bhandari’s appeal, stating that a failed extradition attempt does not absolve him of Indian law violations. This ruling allows authorities to confiscate his…

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