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LoP Adhikari writes to CEC after CM Mamata urges EC to stop SIR in Bengal (Ld)

IANS | November 20, 2025 10:12 PM

Kolkata, Nov 20 (IANS) The Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in West Bengal Assembly and senior BJP leader, Suvendu Adhikari, on Thursday, has written a letter to the to the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar, after the letter from the Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to CEC Kumar earlier in the day demanding an immediate halt of the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in the state.

Trinamool Congress weaponises death toll linking SIR, ignores border flux

IANS | November 20, 2025 9:45 PM

New Delhi, Nov 20 (IANS) In West Bengal, the current political atmosphere is less about cleaning electoral rolls and more about a zero-sum game for the 2026 Assembly elections.

Crafting history: Ahmedabad firm prepares majestic flag for Ram Mandir ceremony

IANS | November 20, 2025 9:33 PM

Ahmedabad, Nov 20 (IANS) Preparations are in full swing in Ayodhya for a historic event, with multiple departments working meticulously to ensure every detail is perfect. The occasion will witness Prime Minister Narendra Modi hoisting a specially crafted flag atop the spire of the Ram Mandir on November 25, marking the completion of the temple’s construction. The flag, made in Ahmedabad, has been designed to withstand sun, rain, and wind, adding grandeur to this momentous ceremony that celebrates a landmark in the temple’s history.

'Copying policies won't work', says HM Amit Shah; slams Cong in Gujarat

IANS | November 20, 2025 9:29 PM

Ahmedabad, Nov 20 (IANS) Union Home Minister Amit Shah, on a two-day visit to Gujarat, inaugurated the new Bhavnagar district BJP office 'Bhav Kamalam' and addressed a large gathering of party workers, underscoring the BJP's ideological roots, organisational strength and the public mandate that has kept the party ahead in national and state politics.

IITF 2025: Artisans, exhibitors hail govt support amid record footfall

IANS | November 20, 2025 9:20 PM

New Delhi, Nov 20 (IANS) Exhibitors and artisans at the 44th India International Trade Fair 2025 (IITF 2025) here are overwhelmed by the massive participation from visitors this year, as thousands visit Bharat Mandapam here to experience India’s diverse crafts, culture and innovations.

Bihar: Nitish Kumar’s cabinet has 26 ministers, majority old faces

IANS | November 20, 2025 9:14 PM

Patna, Nov 20 (IANS) Nitish Kumar took oath as Chief Minister of Bihar for the 10th time on Thursday, marking a historic milestone in state politics, and along with him, 26 ministers were inducted into the newly formed cabinet of the NDA government.

Chhattisgarh’s first solar village: Nathukonha now powered by free energy

IANS | November 20, 2025 9:05 PM

Dhamtari, Nov 20 (IANS) In an important step aimed at promoting renewable energy and ensuring electricity access to every household, Nathukonha village in Dhamtari district has become Chhattisgarh’s first solar-powered village under the Prime Minister Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana.

Kejriwal, Sisodia again fail to face Delhi Assembly panel for ‘Faansi Ghar’ probe

IANS | November 20, 2025 9:03 PM

New Delhi, Nov 20 (IANS) Chairperson of Delhi Assembly’s Committee of Privileges Pradyumn Singh Rajput said on Thursday that former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal again failed for the second time to attend a hearing on alleged distortion of facts related to ‘Faansi Ghar’ (gallows) on the legislature’s premises.

Gujarat CM chairs 'Swagat' online grievance redressal, directs action on public complaints

IANS | November 20, 2025 9:02 PM

Ahmedabad, Nov 20 (IANS) Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, on Thursday, chaired the monthly online public grievance redressal programme 'SWAGAT' in Gandhinagar, directing officials to ensure swift and on-ground resolution of citizens' complaints by leveraging technology.

Misinformation campaign against RSS started in 1932-33: Mohan Bhagwat

IANS | November 20, 2025 9:00 PM

Imphal, Nov 20 (IANS) Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat on Thursday said that misinformation campaigns targeting the RSS began as early as 1932–33, including from sources outside Bharat that lacked an understanding of the country and its civilisational ethos.

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LoP Adhikari writes to CEC after CM Mamata urges EC to stop SIR in Bengal (Ld)

Trinamool Congress weaponises death toll linking SIR, ignores border flux

Crafting history: Ahmedabad firm prepares majestic flag for Ram Mandir ceremony

'Copying policies won't work', says HM Amit Shah; slams Cong in Gujarat

IITF 2025: Artisans, exhibitors hail govt support amid record footfall

Bihar: Nitish Kumar’s cabinet has 26 ministers, majority old faces

Chhattisgarh’s first solar village: Nathukonha now powered by free energy

Kejriwal, Sisodia again fail to face Delhi Assembly panel for ‘Faansi Ghar’ probe

Gujarat CM chairs 'Swagat' online grievance redressal, directs action on public complaints

Misinformation campaign against RSS started in 1932-33: Mohan Bhagwat

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