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'We are satisfied': SC says SIR within constitutional powers of ECI; advances free and fair elections

IANS | May 27, 2026 12:18 PM

New Delhi, May 27 (IANS) The Supreme Court on Wednesday upheld the Election Commission of India’s decision to undertake a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, holding that the revision exercise was within the constitutional and statutory powers of the poll body and was aimed at preserving the integrity of the electoral process.

Pharmaceutical diversion, international cartels, highway routes deepen India's narco threat

Vicky Nanjappa | May 27, 2026 12:12 PM

New Delhi, May 27 (IANS) As the Indian agencies continue to crack down on drug cartels and narcotic smuggling, an increasing trend of pharmaceutical drug diversions has come to light. There has been an increase in the number of such cases in Bihar, West Bengal, Assam, and Tripura, the agencies have learnt.

From unquestioned supremo to facing ED heat: The rise and unraveling of former Kerala CM Vijayan

IANS | May 27, 2026 11:57 AM

Thiruvananthapuram, May 27 (IANS) For nearly three decades, Pinarayi Vijayan stood as the undisputed strongman of Kerala politics, a leader who transformed himself from a powerful Kannur district organiser into perhaps the most dominant figure the CPI(M) in Kerala had seen since the days of EMS Namboodiripad.

J&K integral part of India; we must get PoK back: Oppn, BJP leaders back MEA’s strong rejection of China-Pak remarks

IANS | May 27, 2026 11:45 AM

New Delhi, May 27 (IANS) As India strongly rejected the "unwarranted references” made by China and Pakistan to Jammu and Kashmir in their joint statement, leaders across parties on Wednesday reiterated India’s firm position that the Union Territories of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh are an integral and inalienable part of the country.

Heat is harsh, offer glass of water to others; such kindness goes a long way, says PM Modi

IANS | May 27, 2026 11:22 AM

New Delhi, May 27 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday urged people across the country to take all possible precautions as several parts of India continue to witness soaring temperatures. He also encouraged people to offer a glass of water to others, saying that such kindness goes a long way in extreme weather conditions.

Govt closely monitoring Ebola situation; no confirmed case in India

IANS | May 27, 2026 10:52 AM

New Delhi, May 27 (IANS) The Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has said it is closely monitoring the evolving situation of Ebola Virus Disease following recent outbreaks reported in parts of Africa.

Heinous crime against Pinarayi Vijayan: CPI(M) chief lashes out at BJP, Congress

IANS | May 27, 2026 10:43 AM

Thiruvananthapuram, May 27 (IANS) CPI(M) General Secretary M.A. Baby on Wednesday launched a blistering attack on the BJP-led Centre and the Congress party after the Enforcement Directorate (ED) carried out raids at 10 locations across Kerala linked to former Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, his family members and associates in the controversial CMRL-Exalogic case.

Two more arrested from Latur, Pune in NEET paper leak case

IANS | May 27, 2026 10:31 AM

Pune, May 27 (IANS) Two more accused in the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case have been arrested by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), officials said on Wednesday.

Navy foils piracy attempt, secures merchant vessel in Western Indian Ocean

IANS | May 27, 2026 10:05 AM

New Delhi, May 27 (IANS) The Indian Navy successfully thwarted a major attempted act of piracy in the Western Indian Ocean after receiving intelligence inputs about suspicious pirate activity targeting the merchant vessel MV Mashaallah 1, officials said on Wednesday.

7 northeastern regional rural banks report net profit growth of 34 pc in FY26

IANS | May 27, 2026 9:46 AM

New Delhi, May 27 (IANS) Seven northeastern regional rural banks (RRBs) have reported a provisional consolidated net profit of Rs 560 crore during FY 2025–26, registering an impressive year-on-year growth of 34 per cent, according to the government.

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'We are satisfied': SC says SIR within constitutional powers of ECI; advances free and fair elections

Pharmaceutical diversion, international cartels, highway routes deepen India's narco threat

From unquestioned supremo to facing ED heat: The rise and unraveling of former Kerala CM Vijayan

J&K integral part of India; we must get PoK back: Oppn, BJP leaders back MEA’s strong rejection of China-Pak remarks

Heat is harsh, offer glass of water to others; such kindness goes a long way, says PM Modi

Govt closely monitoring Ebola situation; no confirmed case in India

Heinous crime against Pinarayi Vijayan: CPI(M) chief lashes out at BJP, Congress

Two more arrested from Latur, Pune in NEET paper leak case

Navy foils piracy attempt, secures merchant vessel in Western Indian Ocean

7 northeastern regional rural banks report net profit growth of 34 pc in FY26

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