‘Don’t want power, want BJP’s destruction in Delhi’: Mamata Banerjee ups ante amid Bengal polls

West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee launched a strong attack on the BJP, accusing them of influencing the state’s administration and vowing to politically counter them beyond Bengal. She declared her intention to “take over Delhi” after winning Bengal, aiming for the BJP’s “destruction”. The remarks come amid an intense…

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Instagram user’s ‘jaldi aa jaiye’ message gets a prompt reply from home minister Amit Shah in Bengal

Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s social media interaction with a supporter waiting for his roadshow in West Bengal went viral. Shah, who had posted a sunset video with a swipe at the ruling TMC, apologized for the delay to a user waiting in the heat. He later held the roadshow,…

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India and Japan forge data partnership to power AI-ready smart cities

Japanese firm ONESTRUCTION and Indian Institute of Science-backed DataKaveri have partnered to integrate construction data into urban AI platforms. This collaboration aims to unlock valuable building information, previously lost after project completion, for use in smart city applications and digital twins across India and Japan. …

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92.8% turnout in Bengal highest ever in state; 2nd highest ever in any state/Lok Sabha poll

Record-breaking polling in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu, with 92.9% and 85.1% respectively, validates the special intensive revision exercise and people’s faith in elections. Female voter turnout also reached historic highs in both states, surpassing male participation. EC officials lauded the high turnout, calling it a watershed moment for West…

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‘Smacks of ulterior motives’: Congress to EC on notice to Mallikarjun Kharge over terrorist remark

The Congress has submitted a preliminary response to the Election Commission’s notice concerning party president Mallikarjun Kharge’s “terrorist” remark. The party alleges the notice, citing discrepancies and a rushed deadline, indicates ulterior motives and a lack of due diligence. They have requested a week to provide a detailed reply and…

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‘Uninformed, inappropriate’: India slams Donald Trump over ‘hell hole’ remark

India has labeled US President Donald Trump’s “hell hole” remark on the country as “uninformed” and “inappropriate.” The MEA spokesperson stated the comments do not reflect the reality of the strong India-US relationship, which is built on mutual respect and shared interests. Trump had reshared a post on Truth Social…

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‘Modi ji what are you scared of?’: Kharge targets PM over Trump’s ‘hellhole’ remark

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his silence on Donald Trump’s derogatory remarks about India. Kharge questioned Modi’s stance, highlighting India’s contributions to the US and alleging that the government has failed to protect national interests in past dealings with the US. …

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The optics deficit: Will missing Stalin-Rahul ‘brotherhood’ hurt alliance in Tamil Nadu?

The absence of joint rallies between Rahul Gandhi and alliance partners like MK Stalin in Tamil Nadu raises concerns about Congress’s coalition strategy. This visual gap fuels speculation and opposition attacks, contrasting with proactive alliance building seen from other INDIA bloc leaders like Arvind Kejriwal. …

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‘Trump has said India a great country’: US in firefight mode after president’s ‘hellhole’ remark

US President Donald Trump lauded India as a “great country” with a “very good friend at the top,” following a controversial social media repost that disparaged India and China. The US Embassy clarified Trump’s positive remarks, while India’s MEA acknowledged the reports. The repost criticized immigration, alleging bias and a…

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IRS officer’s daughter murder: Autopsy shows ‘multiple abrasions, nasal fracture’ and signs of physical struggle before death

Autopsy findings in the rape and murder of an IRS officer’s daughter reveal multiple injuries indicating a violent struggle. The 22-year-old victim sustained abrasions, contusions, and a nasal bone fracture. The accused, a domestic help, allegedly used a spare key to enter the apartment and assaulted her before fleeing with…

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‘Will you protest or just Khi Khi’: Opposition targets PM Modi after ‘phraand’ Trump calls India ‘hellhole’

A political storm has erupted after US President Donald Trump reshared a post labeling India a “hell hole.” Opposition parties, including the Congress and Mahua Moitra, have sharply criticized the remarks and Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s perceived silence, questioning his leadership. The controversy stems from a podcast by Michael Savage,…

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‘Let the notice come, we will reply’: Congress chief Kharge reacts to EC ultimatum over ‘terrorist’ remark

Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge has responded to an Election Commission notice regarding his “terrorist” remarks on Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Kharge stated his party would reply to the EC’s ultimatum, which warned of action if he failed to explain his stand within 24 hours. The controversial comment was made during…

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Tamil Nadu elections: Star-studded voting day, Vijay appeals to EC, robot greets voters – Top developments

Tamil Nadu witnessed brisk voting across 234 constituencies, with high-profile leaders, celebrities, and first-time voters participating in large numbers. Actor Vijay’s TVK sought extended polling hours due to delays, while a robot greeted voters at a Chennai booth. The election sees a three-way contest between DMK, AIADMK, and TVK. …

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Women entry in Sabarimala: Supreme Court says it won’t rely on ‘WhatsApp University’ in religious freedom cases

The Supreme Court, while hearing a case on gender discrimination in temples, cautioned against relying on information from ‘WhatsApp University.’ A nine-judge bench, led by the Chief Justice, emphasized that while eminent authors’ views are respected, personal opinions are not sufficient for judicial decisions. The court acknowledged the difficulty in…

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