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Man killed in Ganderbal encounter a PDP worker, return the body to family: Iltija Mufti

Fri, 04/10/2026 - 17:14
Raashid Ahmad Mughal was accused of being an armed terrorist by the Army and was “killed during a search operation launched on March 31-April 1 in Ganderbal’s Arhama forest”
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Supreme Court terms U.P. child assault, its aftermath ‘appalling’; calls for independent probe

Fri, 04/10/2026 - 17:13
Court calls for immediate SC-monitored and time-bound investigation of the case by a Central independent investigating agency or a Special Investigation Team
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Jaishankar to visit UAE as India steps up energy diplomacy in the Gulf

Fri, 04/10/2026 - 17:01
External Affairs Minister’s weekend visit to UAE follows Petroleum Minister’s visit to Qatar and Commerce Minister’s discussions with Bahrain; India is also helping South Asian neighbours while ensuring its own energy security, says MEA
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From a DMK campaigner and fan of MGR to renowned littérateur

Fri, 04/10/2026 - 17:00
Kalapriya says that before joining the DMK, MGR was associated with the Congress. Over the time, he surrounded himself with seasoned political minds, including communist leaders K.  Baladhandayutham  and  Kalyanasundaram. He was further supported by experienced figures such as K.A. Krishnaswamy  and Panruti S. Ramachandran. This combination of cinematic influence and political acumen gave him an exceptional grasp of governance as well as mass psychology.
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Dairy farmers concerned over lack of attention to their core issues

Fri, 04/10/2026 - 16:59
In its manifesto, the DMK has promised the farmers that the procurement price will be increased by ₹5 per litre. But the AIADMK, the NTK, and the TVK have not set out their position on the issue, says M.G. Rajendran
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Kerala HC quashes government order denying sanction for CBI probe into ₹600 cr. cashew import scam

Fri, 04/10/2026 - 16:58
Court summons Principal Secretary of Industries department to appear before it in a contempt plea initiated following denial of sanction for CBI probe into alleged corruption in import of raw cashew between 2006 and 2015 by Kerala Cashew Board
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TN voter deleted from electoral roll reminds Supreme Court of promise to protect in case of ‘mass exclusion’

Fri, 04/10/2026 - 16:58
The petitioner, C. Geetha, said her name had been a mainstay in the State’s electoral roll over the years; she was even intending to contest as an independent candidate in the 51-Uthangarai (SC) Assembly Constituency and 52-Bargur Assembly Constituency in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections in 2026.
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West Bengal election: Across party lines in Jhargram, poll promises seek to woo adivasi, Dalit voters

Fri, 04/10/2026 - 16:46
SCs/STs make up half the population of Jhargram, giving them a decisive say in the poll verdict; TMC, BJP clash over development plans, UCC implementation in a district emerging from the long shadow of Maoist extremism
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From trial to promotion: Colonel Purohit gets Brigadier clearance

Fri, 04/10/2026 - 16:37
As per existing norms, Colonels retire at the age of 54, while Brigadiers retire at 56, making Purohit eligible for extended service if promoted
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BJP manifesto ups welfare pitch, promises UCC in West Bengal

Fri, 04/10/2026 - 16:27
Fifteen major promises include clearing dearness allowance dues for government employees and pensioners, implementation of Seventh Pay Commission.
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Deeply concerned by mass casualties in Beirut: MEA

Fri, 04/10/2026 - 16:19
Respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity of states is essential, says India after the Israeli attack on Lebanon
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Vande Bharat trains carried 3.98 crore passengers in FY25-26, 36% increase over previous year

Fri, 04/10/2026 - 16:17
The Vande Bharat Express has served over 9.1 crore passengers through one lakh trips since its incepetion, says the Ministry of Railways
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