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Odisha Law Commission recommends a new law on hate speech, hate crime

Hindu - Wed, 04/08/2026 - 22:33
It is recommended that person repeating crime related to hate speech and hate crime may have to undergo two to seven years of jail term with pecuniary fine of ₹50,000
Categories: National News

Tamil Nadu chief secretary, DGP shifted; Stalin cries foul

Times of India - Wed, 04/08/2026 - 22:30
The Election Commission replaced Tamil Nadu's Chief Secretary and DGP ahead of polls, citing complaints of administrative bias towards the ruling DMK. Chief Minister M.K. Stalin vehemently criticized the EC, accusing it of acting as a BJP 'branch' and attempting to hinder DMK's victory. He questioned the sudden change in assessment of the state's administration.
Categories: National News

After SIR, number of voters in Mamata Banerjee's seat down 25%

Times of India - Wed, 04/08/2026 - 22:17
Bhowanipore constituency, the high-profile seat of Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee, has seen its electorate shrink by nearly 25% after electoral roll revisions. Over 51,000 deletions occurred, with a significant portion of Muslims marked for adjudication and eventual deletion, raising concerns among researchers.
Categories: National News

IGoM reviews preparedness amid West Asia developments, ensures energy, food security

Hindu - Wed, 04/08/2026 - 21:54
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh says government is ensuring uninterrupted availability of LPG, petrol, diesel and fertilizers, while maintaining supplies of essential commodities
Categories: National News

Sabarimala PIL was entertained in 2006, but would have been dismissed now: SC

Times of India - Wed, 04/08/2026 - 21:20
The Supreme Court expressed concern over the misuse of Public Interest Litigation for personal agendas, suggesting it would have dismissed a PIL challenging the Sabarimala custom. Justices noted that such challenges, if not brought by devotees, lack cause of action. The court emphasized the need for strict locus standi rules to prevent PIL abuse, especially in religious matters.
Categories: National News

Who is Jennifer Vrabel? Mike Vrabel’s wife amid affair rumours

Times of India - Wed, 04/08/2026 - 21:01
Mike Vrabel, the New England Patriots’ head coach, has sparked outrage as many are convinced that he has allegedly cheated on his wife, Jennifer Vrabel, with The New York Times’ Dianna Russini. While both Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini have strongly denied affair rumors, the head coach’s wife has stayed out of the spotlight even as they have been married for 27 years.
Categories: National News

India-Turkiye talks hint at a thaw in bilateral relations

Hindu - Wed, 04/08/2026 - 20:32
Talks follow consultations with Azerbaijan; indicate shift in New Delhi’s position on ties with countries supporting Pakistan
Categories: National News

Sasmit Patra offers to quit as BJD Parliamentary Party leader in Rajya Sabha

Hindu - Wed, 04/08/2026 - 20:21
While the immediate reason for Mr. Patra’s decision remains unclear, several BJD Rajya Sabha MPs are learnt to have favoured his removal from the leadership role
Categories: National News

Steps into past: 1,500-year-old reservoir unearthed on Elephanta island

Hindu - Wed, 04/08/2026 - 20:10
Archaeological Survey of India excavation finds sophisticated stepped reservoir and proof of ancient maritime trade
Categories: National News

Textbook row: academics ask President to intervene

Hindu - Wed, 04/08/2026 - 20:09
By forcefully intervening in what is essentially an educational matter, threatening criminal contempt of court and banishing respected educationists without hearing them, the Supreme Court, had encroached upon academic freedom, the letter says
Categories: National News

India welcomes Pakistan-brokered Iran-U.S. ceasefire, stresses dialogue and diplomacy

Hindu - Wed, 04/08/2026 - 20:03
Government calls for de-escalation and unimpeded navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, does not acknowledge Pakistan’s role in U.S.-Iran ceasefire talks
Categories: National News

Election Commission-Trinamool Congress meeting ends on an acrimonious note

Hindu - Wed, 04/08/2026 - 19:58
Trinamool delegation says Chief Election Commissioner told them to ‘get lost’, poll body sources say the Commission asked Rajya Sabha Member Derek O’Brien not to shout and ‘maintain decorum’
Categories: National News

Despite having nine large waterbodies, residents do not get clean groundwater

Hindu - Wed, 04/08/2026 - 19:32
They say that if the government removes encroachments and brings excess water from Chembarambakkam to the lakes in the constituency, the drinking water problem can be solved; another issue is that stray animal population keeps rising though the authorities take steps to catch them
Categories: National News

VP Vance will lead US team for truce talks with Iran in Pakistan: White House

Times of India - Wed, 04/08/2026 - 19:31
Vice President JD Vance will lead a US delegation to Pakistan this weekend for mediated talks with Iran, aiming to secure a permanent ceasefire. The discussions in Islamabad follow a two-week truce, with the White House emphasizing the need for the Strait of Hormuz to remain open. Lebanon is not included in the current ceasefire agreement.
Categories: National News

Randomisation for polling personnel held

Hindu - Wed, 04/08/2026 - 19:16
Categories: National News

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