Road to Karachi is through Sir Creek: Rajnath to Pakistan

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh issued a stern warning to Pakistan regarding its military build-up near the sensitive Sir Creek region, threatening a strong response that would alter the area’s history and geography. He also revealed details of “Operation Sindoor,” where India successfully countered Pakistani attempts to penetrate its borders, emphasizing…

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UP: 3 dead, 5 missing after 9 swept away in Agra; SDRF teams deployed

Tragedy struck Agra as three men died and five went missing during Durga idol immersion in the Utangan river on Thursday. The group entered an undesignated spot after being turned away from official sites, where strong currents swept them away. Rescue operations are underway, with one person saved so far….

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Gandhi called RSS ‘communal with totalitarian outlook’: Congress

Congress asserted Thursday that Mahatma Gandhi labeled RSS a “communal body with totalitarian outlook,” citing his secretary’s book. This statement came as Congress leaders honored Gandhi, contrasting with BJP’s tribute to the RSS. Spokesperson Jairam Ramesh highlighted that Sardar Patel banned RSS five months after Gandhi’s observation and later warned…

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Why Indira didn’t let Rajiv attend two proposed meetings with Bhindranwale

A new book highlights how political interference and missed opportunities allowed Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale to escalate tensions before 1984. Indira Gandhi’s attempts for Rajiv to secretly meet Bhindranwale failed twice due to safety concerns, infuriating him. These cancellations, coupled with his quick 1981 release, led to the tragic 1984 events….

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‘Democratic system under ‘wholesale’ attack’, says Rahul; BJP hits back

Congress MP Rahul Gandhi, speaking in Colombia, asserted that India is experiencing a “wholesale attack on its democratic system,” advocating for diverse traditions to flourish. He highlighted risks to India’s structure. The BJP vehemently criticized his statements, accusing him of insulting the nation on foreign soil and defaming India, citing…

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5 yrs on, India, China to restart direct flights later this month

India announced the resumption of direct air services with China from late October, a significant step towards normalizing bilateral relations. This follows PM Modi’s recent meeting with President Xi Jinping and earlier tourist visa resumption, aiming to boost people-to-people contact and economic cooperation. IndiGo will launch Kolkata-Guangzhou flights on October…

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In a 1st, India set to host a Taliban minister next week

India’s ties with the Taliban are set to intensify. Acting foreign minister Amir Khan Muttaqi will likely visit India on October 9-10. He will meet External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar. This marks the first visit by a senior Taliban official since 2021. India secured a UNSC travel ban waiver for…

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Honourable acquittal different from acquittal over benefit of doubt: HC

Karnataka High Court overturned a tribunal order. The order reinstated a village accountant removed for bribery. Shivanagouda Vasanad was compulsorily retired after a departmental inquiry. He was caught accepting money in 2011. A special court acquitted him on benefit of doubt in 2021. The High Court noted the acquittal was…

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Zubeen Garg death: Two more arrests made, musicians Shekhar Jyoti Goswami and Amritprava Mahanta held

After several days of interrogation by officials of the CID, Goswami and Mahanta were arrested by the police on Thursday. This comes a day after police held Shyamkanu Mahanta — the main organiser of the North East India Festival in Singapore — and Zubeen’s manager Siddharth Sharma. Read More…

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‘Just like Laxman did in case of Ram’: Tej Pratap says Tejashwi should be respectful towards him

Expelled RJD leader Tej Pratap Yadav urged younger brother Tejashwi to show him Laxman-like respect, blaming “Jaichand-like” aides for misleading him. Forming Jan Shakti Janata Dal, Tej Pratap confirmed he will contest from Mahua, adjacent to Tejashwi’s seat. He also criticized RSS’s independence role and condemned the “I love Muhammad”…

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In Delhi baba case, ex-student’s shocking allegations, says women were given separate rooms: ‘He used to…’

Chaitanyananda Saraswati, a 62-year-old self-styled godman who is among the trustees of an institute in Delhi’s Vasant Kunj area, was arrested on Sunday after being on the run for days. Several of his alleged aides have also been held by the police. Read on to know more. Read More…

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Who is Garima Saikia Garg? Late singer Zubeen Garg’s widow expresses ‘full faith’ in legal system, says…

Garima Saikia Garg, wife of late singer Zubeen Garg, on Thursday expressed confidence in the ongoing investigation into the circumstances surrounding her husband’s death, asserting her “full faith in the legal system”. Read More | Source: DNA…

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Unique Dussehra in this city, police burn four effigies, marks celebrations with symbol of evil as…

The Jalandhar Police uniquely celebrated Dussehra by burning four effigies instead of the usual three. The police marked the fourth effigy as drugs, making them a symbol of evil. Read More | Source: DNA…

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Amit Shah credits PM Modi for ‘khadi’ revival, says sales surged fivefold in 11 years

Home minister Amit Shah credited Prime Minister Modi for reviving khadi, noting a five-fold sales jump to over Rs 1.7 lakh crore in 11 years. He urged families to purchase khadi products worth Rs 5,000 annually to boost employment and support the ‘swadeshi’ and ‘Make in India’ campaigns, aligning with…

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Taliban foreign minister to visit India? Amir Khan Muttaqi may mark first high-level meet since Afghanistan takeover

Since 2021, India has maintained limited diplomatic engagement with the Taliban government, focused on humanitarian aid and people-to-people ties while raising concerns over terrorism and the rights of women and minorities in the country. Read on to know more on this. Read More | Source: DNA…

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