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Congress tried hard but failed to stop Lalu’s arrest in fodder scam: Ex-CBI investigator (IANS Exclusive)

IANS | October 26, 2025 4:38 PM

New Delhi, Oct 26 (IANS) Apart from the pressure on him within the CBI to “spare” Lalu Prasad Yadav in the fodder scam, former CBI Joint Director Upendra Nath Biswas recalled on Sunday how the Congress unsuccessfully plotted behind-the-scenes political manoeuvring to shield its key ally and RJD chief from arrest in the Rs 950 crore scandal.

FairPoint: Bihar election proving to be political mirror reflecting Rahul Gandhi's activism dilemma

Deepika Bhan | October 26, 2025 4:32 PM

New Delhi, Oct 26 (IANS) The results of the Bihar Assembly elections are set to be announced on November 14, but the politics leading up to it has already exposed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi in an unflattering light.

A memorial for forgotten heroes of freedom struggle in Uttarakhand hills, a solemn tribute

Sneha Devrani | October 26, 2025 4:18 PM

Pauri Garhwal, Oct 26 (IANS) A 'Shaheed Smaran Samaroh' was held in Uttarakhand's Pauri Garhwal on Sunday to honour those who made unparalleled sacrifices during India's freedom struggle.

Cyclone Montha: Unseasonal rain lashes MP, IMD issues alerts

IANS | October 26, 2025 4:15 PM

Bhopal, Oct 26 (IANS) Unseasonal showers disrupted daily life across Madhya Pradesh on Sunday, with heavy rainfall recorded in several districts, triggering alerts for potential flooding and disruptions.

How can people trust leader facing 27 cases, asks JD(U)’s Neeraj Kumar after Tejashwi Yadav’s announcements

IANS | October 26, 2025 3:29 PM

New Delhi, Oct 26 (IANS) The political battle in Bihar intensified on Sunday as JD(U) spokesperson Neeraj Kumar launched a sharp attack on RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav following his latest press conference and series of election promises, questioning the credibility of Yadav’s announcements.

PM Modi highlights Gujarat's environmental efforts in 'Mann Ki Baat'

IANS | October 26, 2025 3:28 PM

Ahmedabad, Oct 26 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday commended Gujarat's ongoing initiatives in environmental conservation and the promotion of a green India, with a particular focus on the Kutch region.

Indian Army on high alert as Cyclone Montha brews over east, west coasts

IANS | October 26, 2025 3:21 PM

New Delhi, Oct 26 (IANS) The Indian Army has been placed on high alert as twin weather systems over the East Central Arabian Sea and the Southeast Bay of Bengal are set to intensify into Cyclone Montha within the next 48 hours, said an official on Sunday.

Bihar fodder scam: Seven of 75 cases linked to Lalu Yadav my prized trophies, says ex-CBI officer Upendra Nath Biswas (IANS Exclusive)

IANS | October 26, 2025 3:17 PM

Kolkata, Oct 26 (IANS) Upendra Nath Biswas, the former CBI Joint Director (East) who played a key role in the Fodder Scam probe in Bihar, considers seven of the 75 cases registered in the two-decade-old matter his prized trophies as all of them resulted in the conviction of former Chief Minister Lalu Prasad Yadav.

India continues to attract record FDI flows as global firms exit Pakistan

IANS | October 26, 2025 2:43 PM

New Delhi, Oct 26 (IANS) While India continues to attract record levels of foreign investment and corporate expansion, Pakistan has witnessed a steady retreat of global firms across sectors.

Piyush Goyal to visit Brussels as India-EU trade talks enter crucial phase

IANS | October 26, 2025 2:41 PM

New Delhi, Oct 26 (IANS) As the ongoing India–EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations enter a crucial stage, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal is set to visit Brussels, Belgium, on October 27-28, the government said on Sunday.

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Congress tried hard but failed to stop Lalu’s arrest in fodder scam: Ex-CBI investigator (IANS Exclusive)

FairPoint: Bihar election proving to be political mirror reflecting Rahul Gandhi's activism dilemma

A memorial for forgotten heroes of freedom struggle in Uttarakhand hills, a solemn tribute

Cyclone Montha: Unseasonal rain lashes MP, IMD issues alerts

How can people trust leader facing 27 cases, asks JD(U)’s Neeraj Kumar after Tejashwi Yadav’s announcements

PM Modi highlights Gujarat's environmental efforts in 'Mann Ki Baat'

Indian Army on high alert as Cyclone Montha brews over east, west coasts

Bihar fodder scam: Seven of 75 cases linked to Lalu Yadav my prized trophies, says ex-CBI officer Upendra Nath Biswas (IANS Exclusive)

India continues to attract record FDI flows as global firms exit Pakistan

Piyush Goyal to visit Brussels as India-EU trade talks enter crucial phase

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