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As Kerala’s politics shifts, Mammootty and Mohanlal attend Satheesan's events

IANS | May 25, 2026 1:42 PM

Kochi, May 25 ( IANS) Over the weekend, Malayalam cinema’s two biggest superstars appeared to send out subtle political signals. While Mammootty attended a public felicitation accorded to Kerala Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan in Kochi, Mohanlal, almost at the same time, reached Paravoor, Satheesan’s hometown near Kochi, to attend another function held in honour of the new Chief Minister.

Assam UCC Bill not truly equal, claims Congress MLA Zubair Anam

IANS | May 25, 2026 1:35 PM

Guwahati, May 25 (IANS) Congress MLA Zubair Anam on Monday criticised the Assam government’s move to introduce the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill in the state Assembly, alleging that the proposed legislation lacks equality in several provisions.

India cannot afford fear mongering, economy remains resilient: FM Sitharaman

IANS | May 25, 2026 1:31 PM

Mumbai, May 25 (IANS) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Monday that India's economy continues to show resilience amid global uncertainty, and came out strongly against attempts to paint a “pessimistic and cynical narrative” that presents an inaccurate picture of the country’s growth trajectory.

PIB Fact Check debunks fake claim linking Rajnath Singh to support for BLA

IANS | May 25, 2026 1:27 PM

New Delhi, May 25 (IANS) The Press Information Bureau (PIB) Fact Check unit on Monday debunked a fake and fabricated claim circulating on social media alleging that Defence Minister Rajnath Singh had made a statement regarding India’s support for the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA).

Islam is practical religion: Muslim cleric hits back at Nitish Rane over 'virtual Bakrid' remarks

IANS | May 25, 2026 1:09 PM

Bareilly, May 25 (IANS) All India Muslim Jamaat National President, Maulana Shahabuddin Razvi Barelvi, on Monday strongly criticised Maharashtra Minister Nitesh Rane over his remarks suggesting "virtual Qurbani" during Bakrid, stating that Islam is a practical religion and accusing the minister of lacking knowledge about Islamic traditions and madrasas.

Kharge criticises petrol, diesel price surge; calls it 'fuel loot' amid fourth hike in two weeks

IANS | May 25, 2026 1:03 PM

New Delhi, May 25 (IANS) Congress President, Mallikarjun Kharge, has strongly criticised the recent rise in fuel prices across the country on Monday, calling it a "daily assault of FUEL LOOT” and accusing the NDA government at the Centre of burdening common citizens.

Punjab revises office, school timings amid heatwave; employees welcome move

IANS | May 25, 2026 12:38 PM

Chandigarh, May 25 (IANS) Amid rising temperatures and ongoing heatwave conditions across Punjab, the Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann government has revised the working hours of government offices and educational institutions from Monday. Under the new schedule, all government offices, service centres, and educational institutions — including government, aided, and private schools — will function from 7:30 A.M. to 1:30 P.M. until further orders.

NIA probe reveals Faridabad module’s plan for multiple bomb factories, high-intensity blasts

Vicky Nanjappa | May 25, 2026 12:32 PM

New Delhi, May 25 (IANS) Investigations by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) in connection with the Faridabad terror module and the Red Fort blast case have revealed a larger plot for multiple bomb making factories and high-intensity blasts across India.

How ISI is using TTH to link India, Afghanistan to TTP

Vicky Nanjappa | May 25, 2026 12:12 PM

New Delhi, May 25 (IANS) The name Tehreek-e-Taliban Hindustan (TTH) has come up on several occasions. The Intelligence agencies have learnt that the TTH is a propaganda-driven group, and its main aim is to try to create a homegrown outfit so that Pakistan has the deniability factor during any terror attack.

Man accused of killing groom in UP's Jaunpur shot dead in police encounter

IANS | May 25, 2026 11:50 AM

Jaunpur (Uttar Pradesh), May 25 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Police on Monday shot dead Ravi Yadav, the prime accused in the sensational Jaunpur groom murder case, during an encounter after he allegedly opened fire on a police team, officials said.

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As Kerala’s politics shifts, Mammootty and Mohanlal attend Satheesan's events

Assam UCC Bill not truly equal, claims Congress MLA Zubair Anam

India cannot afford fear mongering, economy remains resilient: FM Sitharaman

PIB Fact Check debunks fake claim linking Rajnath Singh to support for BLA

Islam is practical religion: Muslim cleric hits back at Nitish Rane over 'virtual Bakrid' remarks

Kharge criticises petrol, diesel price surge; calls it 'fuel loot' amid fourth hike in two weeks

Punjab revises office, school timings amid heatwave; employees welcome move

NIA probe reveals Faridabad module’s plan for multiple bomb factories, high-intensity blasts

How ISI is using TTH to link India, Afghanistan to TTP

Man accused of killing groom in UP's Jaunpur shot dead in police encounter

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