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INDIA bloc leaders marching towards Rajghat; Kharge, Rahul Gandhi accuse Centre of undermining democratic rights

IANS | October 8, 2026 3:44 PM

New Delhi, Oct 8 (IANS) Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Thursday said the party and other INDIA bloc MPs are marching to Rajghat to stage a peaceful sit-in protest, while accusing the BJP-led government of undermining democratic rights and institutions.

Heavy casualties, desertions force Pak army to recall ex-soldiers for deployment in Balochistan

Vicky Nanjappa | October 8, 2026 3:39 PM

New Delhi, Oct 8 (IANS) The Pakistan security establishment has issued an urgent directive recalling retired army personnel for re-enlistment to combat severe manpower shortages caused by heavy casualties and desertions in the conflict-ridden regions of Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP).

Battle between two ideologies in country, Oppn wants to spread anarchy: Gaurav Bhatia

IANS | October 8, 2026 3:17 PM

New Delhi, Oct 8 (IANS) BJP National Spokesperson Gaurav Bhatia on Thursday launched a scathing attack on Opposition parties, saying the country is currently witnessing a battle between two ideologies.

'Represented hearts of ordinary people, was an off-screen hero': Leaders across nation mourn Nana Patekar’s demise

IANS | October 8, 2026 1:43 PM

New Delhi, Oct 8 (IANS) Leaders across the nation mourned the demise of Nana Patekar and called it the end of an era. Terming his death a great loss to the nation, they said that the veteran actor represented the hearts of the ordinary people and his contributions off-screen made him a real-life hero.

'Political frustration': BJP, JD(U) on Mahagathbandhan's protest march in Bihar

IANS | October 8, 2026 1:42 PM

Patna, Oct 8 (IANS) The BJP and JD(U) on Thursday launched a scathing attack on the Opposition Mahagathbandhan over its protest march against the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar in Patna, calling it an "expression of political frustration".

Free polls necessary, SC should look into Constitutional violations: Veteran BJP leader amid ECI row

IANS | October 8, 2026 1:21 PM

New Delhi, Oct 8 (IANS) Veteran BJP leader Murli Manohar Joshi on Thursday said that elections in a true democracy must be conducted fairly and stressed that the Supreme Court should take cognisance if there is any violation of the Constitution.

ISI's 2027 assembly election plot: UP terror, Punjab drugs and Manipur unrest

Vicky Nanjappa | October 8, 2026 1:05 PM

New Delhi, Oct 8 (IANS) Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) launched a multi-state destabilisation plot targeting Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, and Manipur in the run-up to the 2027 assembly elections, intelligence agencies have warned.

Delhi Police to probe 'premeditated' angle, involvement of criminal elements in CJP's July protest

IANS | October 8, 2026 12:36 PM

New Delhi, Oct 8 (IANS) The Delhi Police Crime Branch has started investigating the violence that broke out during the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) protest in the national capital in July and has registered a case under relevant sections of the law, according to sources on Thursday.

Beyond the screen: Nana Patekar's journey from acting titan to transforming India's rural lives

Sanjay Jog | October 8, 2026 12:21 PM

Mumbai, Oct 8 (IANS) Vishwanath "Nana" Patekar, one of Indian cinema’s most formidable actors, a titan of acting and a dedicated social reformer, who passed away on Thursday at the age of 75, was revered for his intensely grounded performances, raw emotional authority, and commanding screen presence. He leaves behind a legacy that extends far beyond cinema.

PM Modi thanks world leaders for wishes on completing 25 years as head of govt

IANS | October 8, 2026 12:17 PM

New Delhi, Oct 8 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday thanked world leaders for their warm wishes as greetings continue to pour in following his completion of 25 years as the head of the government.

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INDIA bloc leaders marching towards Rajghat; Kharge, Rahul Gandhi accuse Centre of undermining democratic rights

Heavy casualties, desertions force Pak army to recall ex-soldiers for deployment in Balochistan

Battle between two ideologies in country, Oppn wants to spread anarchy: Gaurav Bhatia

'Represented hearts of ordinary people, was an off-screen hero': Leaders across nation mourn Nana Patekar’s demise

'Political frustration': BJP, JD(U) on Mahagathbandhan's protest march in Bihar

Free polls necessary, SC should look into Constitutional violations: Veteran BJP leader amid ECI row

ISI's 2027 assembly election plot: UP terror, Punjab drugs and Manipur unrest

Delhi Police to probe 'premeditated' angle, involvement of criminal elements in CJP's July protest

Beyond the screen: Nana Patekar's journey from acting titan to transforming India's rural lives

PM Modi thanks world leaders for wishes on completing 25 years as head of govt

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