UP govt bars those advocating ‘violent regime change’ from govt jobs

IANS | October 29, 2026 11:46 AM

Lucknow, Oct 29 (IANS) The Uttar Pradesh government has tightened character verification rules for candidates selected for direct recruitment to government jobs, declaring that individuals associated with organisations advocating violent changes to the existing social system will be considered ineligible for appointment.

Congress should introspect after MLC poll results, says JD(U), BJP leaders

IANS | October 29, 2026 11:14 AM

New Delhi, Oct 29 (IANS) The Janata Dal (United) and the BJP on Thursday criticised the Congress party over its performance in the recent Legislative Council elections, saying the party and its INDIA bloc allies should respond to the questions raised by Prime Minister Narendra Modi regarding the use of ballot papers.

Piyush Goyal calls for collective efforts to make Indian products globally competitive

IANS | October 29, 2026 9:10 AM

New Delhi, Oct 29 (IANS) Reaffirming the government's commitment to maintain regular engagement with industry stakeholders, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has underscored the importance of collective efforts to make Indian products and services globally competitive and strengthen India's reputation as a trusted trading partner.

MLC elections: Congress opens account, wins RSS bastion in Nagpur

IANS | October 29, 2026 7:55 AM

Nagpur, Oct 29 (IANS) The Congress has registered a second consecutive victory in the Nagpur Division Graduates' constituency of the Maharashtra Legislative Council, defeating the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in a region widely regarded as a stronghold of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS).