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India seeks update from Russia on whereabouts of Indians working with Russian military

Hindu - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 21:00
New Delhi has been consistently urging Moscow to release all the Indian nationals serving with the Russian military
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Anti-CEC protests: Oppn, police face off again; Rahul says won’t stop till Gyanesh quits

Times of India - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 20:56
Opposition members from the INDIA bloc attempted to stage a protest demanding the resignation of CEC Gyanesh Kumar. They were detained by Delhi Police less than a kilometer from their protest site at Jantar Mantar. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge organized the lunch gathering, where the protest plan was discussed. Difficulties in moving their buses led to further confrontations with police as they sought to demonstrate.
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Rakesh Tikait warns Bihar State govt over Satellite Township Projects

Hindu - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 20:33
He asserted that the Union is not opposed to development; however, development that comes at the cost of farmers losing their land, livelihoods, and social security cannot be accepted.
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'We'll do it': PM Modi gives slogan for 2047 goals

Times of India - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 20:32
PM Narendra Modi delivered a speech highlighting his 25 years in government and the goal of developed India by 2047. He called upon citizens to commit to this ambitious target and emphasized the power of the people. Modi reiterated the importance of extraordinary goals, linking good governance to societal inclusion. He reflected on his journey from humble beginnings to leadership in the BJP.
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Loanees do not mortgage their constitutional rights with banks: Madras High Court

Hindu - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 20:17
Justice V. Lakshminarayanan says banks cannot prevent defaulters, not facing any criminal charge, from going abroad
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No political party can do politics in Bihar without JD(U), says Sanjay Jha

Hindu - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 20:11
Mr. Jha asserted that the 2025 Bihar assembly election was contested on the face of Nitish and his leadership.
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UK's oldest Indian restaurant owner accuses Crown Estate of not valuing curry traditions

Times of India - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 19:59
Ranjit Mathrani, the owner of Veeraswamy, is taking legal action against the Crown Estate over lease refusal. He believes this reflects an undervaluation of Indian culinary traditions compared to European cuisine. The restaurant has a significant historical background with notable patrons, including Indian leaders. The Crown Estate maintains its decision is based on structural issues and not culinary bias.
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Odisha govt. forms panel to study SEBC political backwardness

Hindu - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 19:53
The decision assumes significance as both panchayat and urban local body polls are scheduled to be held next year
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PM, HM likely to skip West Bengal govt’s mega Mahalaya event

Hindu - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 19:52
The West Bengal government is holding the grand Mahalaya event at Eden Gardens cricket stadium and Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari had said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi was supposed to attend the grand event.
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Grenade seizure case: Pakistan-based ultra declared ‘proclaimed offender’

Times of India - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 19:50
A special NIA court in Jammu has declared Nazir Hussain a proclaimed offender regarding grenade seizures. Hussain, originally from Hari village, is believed to be hiding in Pakistan currently. The court noted that previous non-bailable arrest warrants could not be executed due to his absence from home. Additionally, multiple attempts to compel Hussain to surrender have been unsuccessful.
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Thirumavalavan’s statements on SIR sends mixed signal to cadre, party leaders

Hindu - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 19:38
Participating in a protest against the Election Commission of India in New Delhi recently, VCK president Thol. Thirumavalavan raised doubts over TVK’s recent victory and attributed its success to the SIR process
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Bombay High Court asks Maharashtra to restore trust of MPSC aspirants, students to return to classes

Hindu - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 19:36
Vacancies in government jobs ran to thousands, students alleged that exams were not held in accordance with procedure, and papers were leaked; when students protested, it meant their grievances needed attention, the court says
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Civil Supplies officials seize one tonne of PDS rice in Ranipet

Hindu - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 19:34
Special teams were formed to nab escaped suspects
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CMC to organise conference on gene therapy in Vellore

Hindu - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 19:33
CGTCON 2026 aims to strengthen collaborations between clinicians, scientists, industry partners, and regulatory stakeholders
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INDIA bloc leaders in Bihar take out Aakrosh March against ECI

Hindu - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 19:32
INDIA bloc leaders alleged that the Election Commission of India (ECI) is acting as a puppet of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and that politics is underway to weaken democracy and the constitution. 
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India’s first high-altitude snow leopard safari flagged off in Ladakh

Times of India - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 19:31
Ladakh has commenced India's first high-altitude wildlife safari that highlights snow leopard trails and community involvement. Vinai Kumar Saxena, the lieutenant governor, emphasized the importance of coexisting wildlife and development. The Snow Leopard and High-Altitude Nature Conservation Society is coordinating this project with local forest departments. The mapped safari routes traverse significant wildlife areas, including Hemis National Park and Changthang.
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NIA court rejects bail plea of separatist Shabir Shah in 1996 funeral violence case

Times of India - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 19:28
A Jammu NIA court rejected the bail application of Shabir Ahmad Shah, linked to a 30-year-old mob violence case. This case relates to violence during a terrorist's funeral procession in Srinagar, which Shah allegedly incited. The court expressed concern about potential threats to national security and the safety of protected witnesses. Shah argued that the investigation was reopened without justification and emphasized delays in legal actions.
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