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Paswan vs Manjhi: SC 'creamy layer' debate divides NDA; will it open Pandora's box?

Times of India - Thu, 09/03/2026 - 11:02
Two influential Dalit leaders in Bihar are embroiled in a public discourse about sub-quotas related to existing reservations. This rift within the Scheduled Caste community may stir up political complexities for the NDA government. The BJP must navigate the demands of anti-reservation activists and also its allies, who seek changes in reservation policy, even as it strives to maintain the balance of its electoral coalition pressures.
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Bezos got a special invite to ‘US exclusive Country Club’ but won’t get membership

Times of India - Thu, 09/03/2026 - 09:18
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez attended an exclusive club event as guests. Six months later, Bezos still awaits membership despite owning island properties. Membership at Indian Creek Country Club requires more than significant financial investment. Other prominent residents also face challenges in securing club membership. The club's stringent approval process emphasizes member relationships and committee decisions.
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Vizag Beach Road traffic restricted overnight till September 20 for Agniveer recruitment rally

Hindu - Thu, 09/03/2026 - 08:30
Vehicle movement restricted between Park Hotel Junction and NTR Circle from 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. till September 20
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Sabarimala gold case: Ex-TDB chief P.S. Prasanth granted bail on medical grounds

Hindu - Thu, 09/03/2026 - 08:24
Prasanth was shifted from jail to a hospital in August after suffering brain haemorrhage. Kollam court had earlier dismissed his bail petition, after which filed a fresh petition was filed citing need for advanced medical treatment
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Differences crop up in Sanskrit varsity Syndicate decision to cancel incomplete exam tabulation registers as UDF nominees seek amendment

Hindu - Thu, 09/03/2026 - 08:20
In a communication to Vice-Chancellor Ciza Thomas, UDF nominees point out that blanket cancellation of decision taken at July 17 Syndicate meet allowing officials, who were found to have not signed on tabulation registers prepared before issuance of final marks lists, is not practical
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Nine children who fell ill after chloroquine drive in Andhra’s Polavaram test positive for malaria

Hindu - Thu, 09/03/2026 - 08:19
They are among the 52 villagers who have taken ill after being administered ‘Chloroquine’ tablet at Gollaguppa village of Polavaram district; 32 discharged from Bhadrachalam Area Hospital; experts examining the factors that led to the death of a girl, says ITDA Project Officer
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Lost bag containing gold, laptop, valuables worth ₹29 lakh recovered by Railway Protection Force in Bengaluru

Hindu - Thu, 09/03/2026 - 08:16
It was returned to the passenger after verifying his identity and travel particulars
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Winnipeg woman saves drowning child and father, says 'I don't feel like a hero'

Times of India - Thu, 09/03/2026 - 08:10
A Winnipeg mother is being hailed as a hero after saving two lives. Jayclyn Morrissette bravely entered the Red River to rescue a father and daughter. She performed life-saving measures on the unconscious child after pulling her from the water. The child was hospitalized in critical condition but is expected to recover fully. Morrissette, however, downplays her actions, stating she was just acting as a mom.
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Axis Energy bags EPC contract for 552 MWp solar project in Anantapur; commissioning in 18 months

Hindu - Thu, 09/03/2026 - 08:08
The solar component is part of Evren’s wind-solar hybrid project with battery storage, backed by power purchase agreements with APSPDCL
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Telangana man dies in war-torn Ukraine

Hindu - Thu, 09/03/2026 - 08:04
Family members said he died in a missile attack
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'You guys are like a joke': Sabalenka blasts reporter on 'party' talk in tense presser

Times of India - Thu, 09/03/2026 - 07:58
The defending champion rejected the suggestion that her off-court appearances had affected her preparation.
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Supreme Court rules that BCI has no power to punish law students

Hindu - Thu, 09/03/2026 - 07:55
The petition said the BCI letters created a chilling effect on the freedom of speech and expression and the freedom of association among students
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79% of Polavaram Left Main Canal works done in YSR’s tenure, Naidu claiming credit: Jagan Mohan Reddy

Hindu - Thu, 09/03/2026 - 07:55
The YSRCP president said the Purushothapatnam lift scheme was built in his father’s tenure, that the 2014-19 spillway and cofferdam works left the dam’s foundations damaged
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ED raids residence of wanted ganja supplier in Cyberabad’s Nanakramguda

Hindu - Thu, 09/03/2026 - 07:55
The searches were conducted at the residence of Neetu Bai alias Kalapathi Nithu Bai who is wanted in multiple cases related to marijuana trafficking
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Meta AI chief says he wants to wait for Elon Musk’s Neuralink before having kids

Times of India - Thu, 09/03/2026 - 07:55
Meta AI chief Alexandr Wang plans to delay having children until brain-computer interfaces advance. He believes children's brains can adapt better to technologies like Neuralink. Early childhood offers significant neuroplasticity for integrating new interfaces. This integration could allow children to use the technology in unique ways. Wang expects artificial intelligence to become increasingly powerful and capable.
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When Oracle founder said he wanted to remain friends after first wife filed for divorce

Times of India - Thu, 09/03/2026 - 07:54
Larry Ellison, the visionary behind Oracle, navigated a challenging divorce in 1986, shortly after welcoming his daughter. His former spouse, Barbara, took on the vital role of primary caregiver, nurturing a passion for cinema within their children, David and Megan. This foundation propelled David to establish Skydance Media, where he produced blockbuster franchises, while Megan founded Annapurna Pictures, garnering numerous Academy Award nominations.
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Rajasthan HC allows prosecution of constable accused of assault inside SDM court

Times of India - Thu, 09/03/2026 - 07:54
The Rajasthan high court refused to quash criminal proceedings against a police constable. He was accused of illegal detention and severe assault within court premises. The court found his actions were not part of official duty. Prior prosecution sanction was deemed unnecessary for these charges. Criminal proceedings against the constable will now continue.
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