History books can’t prove title, says Jammu & Kashmir HC; declares two shrines & attached properties in Kishtwar as waqf

The Jammu and Kashmir High Court has ruled two Kishtwar shrines and their properties as waqf, denying ownership rights to petitioners claiming hereditary custodianship. The court emphasized that property titles must be based on evidence, not public history, dismissing reliance on historical texts for ownership claims. …

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Ladakh lieutenant governor directs renewal of expired land leases in region

Ladakh Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena has ordered the renewal of long-pending expired lease deeds, offering legal security to land titles for residents. Special camps will be organized starting April 15 to process these cases, marking a significant step towards responsive governance and stability for affected families. …

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Delhi CM Rekha Gupta says, ‘1,531 colonies to be regularised under new housing scheme’

Chief Minister Rekha Gupta lauded the central government for regularising Delhi’s unauthorised colonies on an “As Is, Where Is” basis under the PM-UDAY scheme, noting that the new framework allows for the regularisation of 1,531 colonies without requiring layout plan approval. Furthermore, she mentioned that all plots and buildings within…

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J&K: Police bust deep-rooted LeT module; arrest Pak terrorist wanted for 16 years

Jammu and Kashmir Police have busted a major Lashkar-e-Taiba module, arresting five individuals including a Pakistani terrorist wanted for 16 years. The operation, spanning multiple states, recovered significant weaponry and uncovered the terror group’s funding network. Investigations are ongoing, with more arrests anticipated as the deep-rooted interstate network is dismantled….

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‘Used tamarind seeds, rituals’: SIT probe reveals self-styled godman Ashok Kharat made ‘divine power’ claims to sexually exploit women

A self-styled godman, Ashok Kharat, has been arrested for allegedly exploiting women using claims of divine power and threats of death or defamation. Investigators revealed he used superstition and rituals to extort money and sexually assault victims. …

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India issues advisory for nationals in Iran to stay ‘where they are’ for 48 hours amid escalating tensions

Indian embassy urged its nationals in Iran to remain indoors ‘where they are’ for 48 hours, avoiding specific installations, following escalating regional tensions. The advisory emphasizes staying put, especially in Embassy-hired hotels, and maintaining contact with embassy teams. This comes amid heightened warnings and reported strikes targeting key Iranian infrastructure….

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Ram Temple-like public awareness needed to end cow slaughter: Mohan Bhagwat

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat urged public devotion to cows, suggesting it would end slaughter, drawing parallels to the Ram Temple movement. He advocated for supporting cow shelters and emphasized that public sentiment drives systemic change. Bhagwat also expressed confidence in India becoming a global leader, guided by spiritual values and…

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‘Relevant for political debate, not for removal proceedings’: Rajya Sabha chairman rejects opposition’s notice to remove CEC

Rajya Sabha chairman CP Radhakrishnan has rejected the opposition’s motion to remove Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. He stated that while the allegations are relevant for political discussion, they do not meet the constitutional threshold for removal proceedings. The Speaker of the Lok Sabha also dismissed a similar notice. …

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Rift in INDIA bloc? Congress slams Mamata’s collusion charge, says she ‘lost her composure’

Congress MP Manickam Tagore criticized West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee for her “irresponsible allegations” hinting at collusion between the BJP and INDIA bloc allies. Tagore stressed the need for opposition unity against the BJP, reminding the TMC of its past alliance with the BJP and highlighting Rahul Gandhi’s fight against…

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‘Disturbed, desperate, rattled’: Congress vs Himanta over raids at Pawan Khera’s residence

Congress intensified its attack on Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma after police searched Pawan Khera’s Delhi home. The action follows a defamation FIR by Sarma’s wife over passport allegations. Congress leaders decried the move as a ‘witch hunt’ and misuse of state power, demanding a probe into Sarma’s wife’s alleged…

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‘God knows how many parts Pak will be divided this time’: Rajnath Singh hits out at Khawaja Asif over ‘Kolkata threat’, recalls 1971 split

India’s Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has strongly criticized Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif for his provocative statement targeting Kolkata. Singh warned Islamabad against repeating past mistakes, referencing the 1971 division of Pakistan. This exchange follows Asif’s threat to strike Kolkata if India launches a “false-flag operation.” …

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Assam passport row: Police search Pawan Khera’s Delhi residence after FIR by Himanta’s wife

Assam Police searched Congress leader Pawan Khera’s Delhi residence following an FIR by Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma’s wife over passport allegations. Khera had claimed Sarma’s wife held three passports, a charge denied by the BJP. The Chief Minister vowed strong action, accusing Congress of using unauthorized documents and alleging…

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