Govt mulls sending surplus rice as aid to conflict-hit Iran

India is poised to permit wheat exports to Egypt, Indonesia, and Myanmar due to surplus stocks. Rice shipments, including to war-torn Iran on humanitarian grounds, are also being considered. This move aims to free up storage space for upcoming winter crops and capitalize on increased demand amid global supply chain…

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‘Deal struck by bigwigs long back’: Tejashwi Yadav claims JD(U) leaders ‘intimidated’ by BJP forced Nitish Kumar exit

Tejashwi Yadav alleged Nitish Kumar is stepping down as Bihar CM under pressure from within JD(U), with some colleagues allegedly intimidated or allured by ally BJP. Yadav claimed a deal was struck long ago, not made public due to assembly polls. He cited visuals of Kumar being prevented from speaking…

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ED conducts raid at ex-Bengal minister Partha Chatterjee’s residence in school jobs scam

Enforcement Directorate officials conducted a five-hour raid at former West Bengal education minister Partha Chatterjee’s residence in connection with the school jobs scam. The action follows Chatterjee’s alleged failure to respond to summons after his release on bail. The investigation, linked to a multi-crore recruitment scam, previously saw significant cash…

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Bihar: At least 10 killed after bus collides with pickup van in Katihar

A devastating road accident in Bihar’s Katihar district claimed the lives of at least 10 people and left 25 injured. The collision, involving a bus and a pickup van on NH-31 near Gerabari, prompted immediate medical attention for the wounded. Authorities are working to provide care and investigate the tragic…

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Kerala, Assam, Puducherry polls draw global attention as EC hosts 38 delegates from 22 nations

International observers from 22 countries lauded India’s electoral process during the recent Assembly polls in Kerala, Puducherry, and Assam. Witnessing firsthand the scale, precision, and vibrant participation, delegates described the experience as a “true festival of democracy.” They were impressed by the meticulous planning, seamless execution, and inclusive features at…

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I’m not here to do politics: Sri Lankan Deputy High Commissioner clarifies on meeting with Puducherry fishermen

Latchiya Jananayaga Katchi president Jose Charles Martin, in a social media post, had shared photos of the Deputy High Commissioner Ganesanathan Geathiswaran interacting with fishermen Read More | Source: The Hindu…

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The long walk

Protests have erupted across the country, with tens of thousands of people coming out onto the streets, signing petitions online, and campaigning for the withdrawal of the proposed Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Bill, 2026. Ashna Butani and Abhinay Lakshman report on the outrage of trans communities, who say that the Bill violates their fundamental…

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What are the changes being proposed to Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, 2019 | Explained

How is the government proposing to alter the definition of “transgender person”? Why has it argued for the omission of the right to “self-perceived gender identity”? What about the proposed changes have raised concerns among the trans community? What has the Supreme Court laid down in the landmark 2014 judgement…

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