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Medinipur BLOs protest over data entry work under SIR, submit memorandum to BDO

IANS | November 13, 2025 9:59 PM

Medinipur, Nov 13 (IANS) Tensions flared at the Medinipur Sadar BDO office on Thursday afternoon as Booth Level Officers (BLOs) from Medinipur city and Sadar block expressed their frustration over what they called the mounting responsibilities of their role in the exercise of Special Intensive Revision (SIR), which is being carried out in West Bengal to purify the electoral rolls.

No hint of ‘vote chori’ as claimed by Rahul Gandhi: Axis CMD Pradeep Gupta on Bihar exit poll (IANS Interview)

IANS | November 13, 2025 9:32 PM

New Delhi, Nov 13 (IANS) In a virtual disapproval of the “Vote Chori” allegation by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, psephologist and CMD of Axis My India (AMI) Pradeep Gupta said that during the recent exit poll in Bihar, his team did not come across any complaint of electoral roll manipulation.

Dawood-linked drug network: Bollywood celebs, politicians named in probe (IANS Exclusive)

IANS | November 13, 2025 9:24 PM

Mumbai, Nov 13 In a stunning development that has rocked the glittering world of Bollywood, several prominent actors and celebrities, including Shraddha Kapoor, her brother Siddhanth Kapoor, dancer-actress Nora Fatehi, politician Zeeshan Siddiqui, son of veteran Congress leader Baba Siddique, Alishah Parkar, son of the late Haseena Parkar, producer Abbas Mustan, and rapper Loka, have been named in connection with lavish drug parties allegedly organised and supplied by a key suspect in a massive Rs 252 crore mephedrone trafficking racket, according to revelations documented in the police remand copy.

Bihar polls: ECI finalises arrangements for counting

IANS | November 13, 2025 9:12 PM

Patna, Nov 13 (IANS) The Election Commission of India (ECI) has completed all arrangements for the counting of votes for the Bihar Assembly elections, scheduled for November 14.

Gujarat CM stresses zero tolerance for poor-quality road works

IANS | November 13, 2025 8:32 PM

Gandhinagar, Nov 13 (IANS) Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel made it clear on Thursday that the Gujarat government will not tolerate any compromise in the quality of road and infrastructure works across the state’s highways, cities, and towns.

PM Modi to lead Janjatiya Gaurav Divas at Narmada’s sacred Devmogra Dham

IANS | November 13, 2025 8:17 PM

Gandhinagar, Nov 13 (IANS) The sacred Devmogra Dham in Gujarat’s Narmada district, the spiritual seat of Pandori Mata, will take centre stage as Prime Minister Narendra Modi leads the national celebration of Janjatiya Gaurav Divas on November 15.

Govt will ensure exemplary punishment for Delhi blast accused: HM Amit Shah

IANS | November 13, 2025 8:11 PM

New Delhi, Nov 13 (IANS) Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Thursday that everyone responsible for this bomb blast, at any level, shall be brought before a court of law and face exemplary punishment.

AIU suspends Al-Falah University's membership following terror probe links

IANS | November 13, 2025 8:06 PM

New Delhi, Nov 13 (IANS) The Association of Indian Universities (AIU) has suspended the membership of Al-Falah University in Faridabad, Haryana, with immediate effect on Thursday.

Deepfake alert: AI video falsely shows Air Marshal Dixit admitting Rafale losses

IANS | November 13, 2025 7:34 PM

New Delhi, Nov 13 (IANS) The Press Information Bureau (PIB) Fact Check unit issued a sharp warning on Thursday regarding an AI-generated deepfake video circulating on social media, primarily pushed by Pakistani propaganda accounts.

'Govt’s new Bill has potential to get better deal for Indians working overseas'

IANS | November 13, 2025 7:33 PM

New Delhi, Nov 13 (IANS) The Government’s proposed Overseas Mobility (Facilitation and Welfare) Bill, 2025 holds the potential for getting a better deal for India’s talented skilled workers and professionals and also ensuring that they return home to their country of birth after finishing their work stints abroad. This would strengthen the acceptance of Indian workers overseas amid the growing backlash against immigration in advanced countries such as the US.

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Medinipur BLOs protest over data entry work under SIR, submit memorandum to BDO

No hint of ‘vote chori’ as claimed by Rahul Gandhi: Axis CMD Pradeep Gupta on Bihar exit poll (IANS Interview)

Dawood-linked drug network: Bollywood celebs, politicians named in probe (IANS Exclusive)

Bihar polls: ECI finalises arrangements for counting

Gujarat CM stresses zero tolerance for poor-quality road works

PM Modi to lead Janjatiya Gaurav Divas at Narmada’s sacred Devmogra Dham

Govt will ensure exemplary punishment for Delhi blast accused: HM Amit Shah

AIU suspends Al-Falah University's membership following terror probe links

Deepfake alert: AI video falsely shows Air Marshal Dixit admitting Rafale losses

'Govt’s new Bill has potential to get better deal for Indians working overseas'

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