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Nadda slams opposition for walkout during Shah’s reply on Operation Sindoor; Kharge says protest was over insulting remark

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J P Nadda criticized the Opposition in Rajya Sabha for walking out during Amit Shah's reply on Operation Sindoor, accusing them of double standards by demanding the PM's response. Mallikarjun Kharge stated the walkout was a protest against Shah's remark. J P Nadda criticized the Opposition in Rajya Sabha for walking out during Amit Shah's reply on Operation Sindoor, accusing them of double standards by demanding the PM's response. Mallikarjun Kharge stated the walkout was a protest against Shah's remark.

Election Commission finalises electoral college list ahead of upcoming vice-presidential election

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The Election Commission is moving closer to announcing the schedule for the vice-presidential election. It has finalised the electoral college list. The list includes elected members of Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha. The list will be available for purchase at EC headquarters. The commission is completing pre-announcement activities. This follows Jagdeep Dhankhar's resignation. The Election Commission is moving closer to announcing the schedule for the vice-presidential election. It has finalised the electoral college list. The list includes elected members of Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha. The list will be available for purchase at EC headquarters. The commission is completing pre-announcement activities. This follows Jagdeep Dhankhar's resignation.

'Over 30 hours already lost': RS deputy chairman Harivansh laments repeated adjournments

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Rajya Sabha proceedings faced disruptions as Opposition demanded discussion on Bihar's electoral roll revision. Deputy Chairman Harivansh reminded members the issue is under court adjudication, lamenting the loss of over 30 hours due to adjournments. He cited a 1997 resolution on maintaining parliamentary decorum, rejecting notices for discussion under Rule 267. Despite protests, the House was adjourned until noon. Rajya Sabha proceedings faced disruptions as Opposition demanded discussion on Bihar's electoral roll revision. Deputy Chairman Harivansh reminded members the issue is under court adjudication, lamenting the loss of over 30 hours due to adjournments. He cited a 1997 resolution on maintaining parliamentary decorum, rejecting notices for discussion under Rule 267. Despite protests, the House was adjourned until noon.

PM Modi to transfer Rs 20,500 crore to accounts of over 9.7 crore farmers in Varanasi on August 2

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August-September rainfall likely to be ‘above normal’ forecasts IMD, new initiative launched to provide real-time rainfall data for 7,200 blocks

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Monsoon session: Ravi Kishan raises ‘samosa-tadka dal’ issue in Lok Sabha; demands uniform food pricing law

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BJP MP Ravi Kishan has urged the government to regulate food prices, quantity, and quality across Indian eateries, from roadside dhabas to five-star hotels. He highlighted the inconsistency in pricing and portion sizes, using the example of varying samosa prices. Kishan proposed a law to ensure fair value for consumers by standardizing food service practices, similar to packaged food labeling. BJP MP Ravi Kishan has urged the government to regulate food prices, quantity, and quality across Indian eateries, from roadside dhabas to five-star hotels. He highlighted the inconsistency in pricing and portion sizes, using the example of varying samosa prices. Kishan proposed a law to ensure fair value for consumers by standardizing food service practices, similar to packaged food labeling.

Patna tragedy: EC worker's children burnt to death in Janipur; charred bodies found on bed

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A tragic incident has unfolded in Patna's Janipur locality, where the burnt bodies of two children were discovered in their home. Police have initiated an investigation into the cause of the deaths, which remain unknown at this time. The children's mother is employed as a security guard at AIIMS Patna, while their father works in the Election Commission, according to authorities. A tragic incident has unfolded in Patna's Janipur locality, where the burnt bodies of two children were discovered in their home. Police have initiated an investigation into the cause of the deaths, which remain unknown at this time. The children's mother is employed as a security guard at AIIMS Patna, while their father works in the Election Commission, according to authorities.

IIT Kharagpur moves to prevent suicides, removes ceiling fans, adds ‘Campus Mothers’

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Durga Puja preparation: Bengal govt to give Rs 1.10 lakh grant to each committee; Mamata Banerjee holds meeting

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West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee declared a Rs 1.10 lakh grant for each registered Durga Puja committee, continuing the state's annual financial support. She urged committees to aid migrant workers returning from BJP-ruled states, highlighting the crucial role of government departments in ensuring smooth festivities. West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee declared a Rs 1.10 lakh grant for each registered Durga Puja committee, continuing the state's annual financial support. She urged committees to aid migrant workers returning from BJP-ruled states, highlighting the crucial role of government departments in ensuring smooth festivities.

‘Checking proves it again’: No EVM tampering in Maharashtra polls; Election Commission reaffirms after verification drive

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The Election Commission of India (ECI) has reaffirmed the integrity of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) following a thorough verification exercise in Maharashtra. Conducted across ten assembly constituencies after applications from losing candidates in the 2024 elections, the process confirmed no discrepancies between EVM results and VVPAT slips. The Election Commission of India (ECI) has reaffirmed the integrity of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) following a thorough verification exercise in Maharashtra. Conducted across ten assembly constituencies after applications from losing candidates in the 2024 elections, the process confirmed no discrepancies between EVM results and VVPAT slips.

'The way she was tortured ... ': Uma Bharti remembers Pragya Thakur's jail time; hails Malegaon blast verdict

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Uma Bharti welcomed the Malegaon blast verdict. She insisted that terror has no colour. Bharti demanded an apology from Congress and Digvijay Singh. She criticized the 'Hindu terror' narrative. Bharti remembered Pragya Thakur and her suffering. She blamed political parties for 'Bhagwa terror' label. Bharti said those who fabricated lies must be punished. Uma Bharti welcomed the Malegaon blast verdict. She insisted that terror has no colour. Bharti demanded an apology from Congress and Digvijay Singh. She criticized the 'Hindu terror' narrative. Bharti remembered Pragya Thakur and her suffering. She blamed political parties for 'Bhagwa terror' label. Bharti said those who fabricated lies must be punished.

'Truth has won': Sadhvi Pragya's sister speaks out after Malegaon blast verdict

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Sadhvi Pragya's sister, Upma Singh, emotionally reacted to the acquittal of her sister and others in the Malegaon blast case, proclaiming "truth has won." She recounted the family's suffering during the trial, including their mother's silent tears and their father's death due to stress. Sadhvi Pragya's sister, Upma Singh, emotionally reacted to the acquittal of her sister and others in the Malegaon blast case, proclaiming "truth has won." She recounted the family's suffering during the trial, including their mother's silent tears and their father's death due to stress.

Bihar draft electoral rolls to be published tomorrow, physical and digital copies will be given to political parties: ECI

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The Election Commission had said on Sunday that out of 7.89 crore registered voters in Bihar, over 7.24 crore electors have submitted their enumeration forms under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) held from June 24 to July 25 The Election Commission had said on Sunday that out of 7.89 crore registered voters in Bihar, over 7.24 crore electors have submitted their enumeration forms under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) held from June 24 to July 25

Bihar SIR issue: INDIA bloc parties to intensify protest; likely to march to EC office in Delhi next week

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The INDIA bloc is contemplating a march to the Election Commission headquarters in response to concerns over the Special Intensive Drive, alleging potential disenfranchisement, particularly in Bihar. Opposition parties met to strategize protests both inside and outside Parliament during the Monsoon session. They aim to raise public awareness about the issue, denouncing it as a form of voter suppression. The INDIA bloc is contemplating a march to the Election Commission headquarters in response to concerns over the Special Intensive Drive, alleging potential disenfranchisement, particularly in Bihar. Opposition parties met to strategize protests both inside and outside Parliament during the Monsoon session. They aim to raise public awareness about the issue, denouncing it as a form of voter suppression.

Boeing 787-9 returns to bay: Air India Delhi-London flight aborts takeoff due to technical issue; alternate aircraft arranged for passengers

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An Air India Boeing 787-9, en route to London from Delhi, aborted its takeoff on Thursday due to a suspected technical issue. Flight AI2017 returned to the bay as the cockpit crew followed standard procedures for precautionary checks. The airline is arranging an alternative aircraft to minimize passenger inconvenience and provide support during the unexpected delay. An Air India Boeing 787-9, en route to London from Delhi, aborted its takeoff on Thursday due to a suspected technical issue. Flight AI2017 returned to the bay as the cockpit crew followed standard procedures for precautionary checks. The airline is arranging an alternative aircraft to minimize passenger inconvenience and provide support during the unexpected delay.

Watch: 7-year-old boy left behind in UP school, trapped with neck stuck in window; rescued after an hour

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A seven-year-old boy, Gaurav, was accidentally locked inside Primary School Tajganj Fasiya after falling asleep and being overlooked by staff. He got trapped with his neck stuck in a window while trying to escape. Fortunately, children playing nearby heard his cries and alerted villagers, who rescued him. A seven-year-old boy, Gaurav, was accidentally locked inside Primary School Tajganj Fasiya after falling asleep and being overlooked by staff. He got trapped with his neck stuck in a window while trying to escape. Fortunately, children playing nearby heard his cries and alerted villagers, who rescued him.

Evening news wrap: Goyal's 'economy' check after Trump's remarks; all 7 acquitted in Malegaon bomb blast case and more

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Piyush Goyal affirmed India's trade stance after US tariffs. A special court acquitted all accused in the 2008 Malegaon blast case. A Chhattisgarh trafficking victim claimed Bajrang Dal coerced her statement. An SIT unearthed skeletal remains in Dharmasthala mass-burial probe. Myanmar's junta ended emergency rule and scheduled December elections amid opposition boycott. These are the key developments. Piyush Goyal affirmed India's trade stance after US tariffs. A special court acquitted all accused in the 2008 Malegaon blast case. A Chhattisgarh trafficking victim claimed Bajrang Dal coerced her statement. An SIT unearthed skeletal remains in Dharmasthala mass-burial probe. Myanmar's junta ended emergency rule and scheduled December elections amid opposition boycott. These are the key developments.

‘Saffron terror’ narrative falls flat: BJP corners Congress after Malegaon blast acquittals, demands apology

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Vice president election: EC finalises electoral college; poll necessitated after Jagdeep Dhankar's resignation

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The Election Commission has completed the electoral college list for the upcoming Vice Presidential election in 2025. This follows Jagdeep Dhankhar's resignation from the Vice President post. The list includes elected and nominated members of Rajya Sabha and elected members of Lok Sabha. The official notification for the election is expected soon. The Election Commission has completed the electoral college list for the upcoming Vice Presidential election in 2025. This follows Jagdeep Dhankhar's resignation from the Vice President post. The list includes elected and nominated members of Rajya Sabha and elected members of Lok Sabha. The official notification for the election is expected soon.

'Refugees or illegal entrants?' SC questions Rohingyas' status in India; outlines other issues raised in related pleas

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The Supreme Court is set to determine the status of Rohingyas in India, prioritizing whether they are refugees or illegal immigrants. This decision will dictate their rights and protections, as well as the justification for potential deportation by the government. The Supreme Court is set to determine the status of Rohingyas in India, prioritizing whether they are refugees or illegal immigrants. This decision will dictate their rights and protections, as well as the justification for potential deportation by the government.

'Forced me to give false statement': Chhattisgarh 'human trafficking' victim accuses Bajrang Dal of 'coercion'; backs arrested Kerala nuns

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A woman in Chhattisgarh, allegedly trafficked and coerced into conversion, accuses Bajrang Dal activists of forcing her to give a false statement and claims police mishandled her statement. She asserts she willingly traveled with the nuns for work, while her parents vouch for their innocence. Bajrang Dal denies the allegations, stating CCTV footage will reveal the truth. A woman in Chhattisgarh, allegedly trafficked and coerced into conversion, accuses Bajrang Dal activists of forcing her to give a false statement and claims police mishandled her statement. She asserts she willingly traveled with the nuns for work, while her parents vouch for their innocence. Bajrang Dal denies the allegations, stating CCTV footage will reveal the truth.

Trump’s 25% tariff on India: Opposition fires at PM Modi, govt; here's who said what

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Donald Trump's tariff announcement triggered reactions from Indian opposition leaders. Rahul Gandhi criticized the Modi government's economic policies. Asaduddin Owaisi condemned Trump's actions. Mallikarjun Kharge questioned Modi's silence. Pawan Khera mocked the foreign policy. Shashi Tharoor expressed concerns about trade relations. Priyanka Gandhi Vadra questioned Modi's diplomatic efforts. Akhilesh Yadav worried about the economy and employment. Donald Trump's tariff announcement triggered reactions from Indian opposition leaders. Rahul Gandhi criticized the Modi government's economic policies. Asaduddin Owaisi condemned Trump's actions. Mallikarjun Kharge questioned Modi's silence. Pawan Khera mocked the foreign policy. Shashi Tharoor expressed concerns about trade relations. Priyanka Gandhi Vadra questioned Modi's diplomatic efforts. Akhilesh Yadav worried about the economy and employment.

Uttarakhand HC orders immediate closure of 48 stone crushers in Haridwar

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'We may have to walk away': Shashi Tharoor on 'unreasonable' demands by US; says India is not out of options

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Shashi Tharoor voiced serious concerns over Trump's proposed tariffs on India, warning of potential damage to trade relations. He highlighted the unreasonableness of US demands and suggested India should explore diversifying its markets if negotiations fail. Tharoor emphasized India's strong domestic market and its ability to withstand potential trade disruptions, advocating for strong support for negotiators. Shashi Tharoor voiced serious concerns over Trump's proposed tariffs on India, warning of potential damage to trade relations. He highlighted the unreasonableness of US demands and suggested India should explore diversifying its markets if negotiations fail. Tharoor emphasized India's strong domestic market and its ability to withstand potential trade disruptions, advocating for strong support for negotiators.

ED conducts first-ever raids in Andaman and Nicobar Islands: Ex-MP linked to Rs 200cr scam; shell firms found

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Enforcement Directorate searched several locations in Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The searches relate to a financial fraud case involving Andaman and Nicobar State Cooperative Bank. The agency suspects irregularities in loan disbursements to shell companies. These companies allegedly benefited Kuldeep Rai Sharma, former MP and ANSCB vice-chairman. The entities secured loans exceeding Rs 200 crore through fraudulent means. Enforcement Directorate searched several locations in Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The searches relate to a financial fraud case involving Andaman and Nicobar State Cooperative Bank. The agency suspects irregularities in loan disbursements to shell companies. These companies allegedly benefited Kuldeep Rai Sharma, former MP and ANSCB vice-chairman. The entities secured loans exceeding Rs 200 crore through fraudulent means.