IRA in the making: Ghazwa-e-Hind rhetoric, 8,850 trainees at seven camps in Bangladesh

Vicky Nanjappa | October 22, 2025 12:19 PM

New Delhi, Oct 22 (IANS) The disclosure by a senior adviser to the Muhammad Yunus government in Bangladesh clearly suggests that the first phase to set up the Islamic Revolutionary Army (IRA) is underway. On October 20, Asif Mahmud Shojib Bhuyain, an adviser to the interim government, said on social media that recruitment and training were being imparted to 8,850 individuals across several centres.

'Maha-Lathbandhan' of chaos-makers: NDA leaders on Oppn's seat tussle in Bihar

IANS | October 22, 2025 10:32 AM

New Delhi, Oct 22 (IANS) As the election heat rises in Bihar, sharp political attacks have started between the NDA and the Mahagathbandhan, with leaders from the ruling alliance launching scathing critiques of the opposition's internal rifts, accusing it of being "disorganised" and "plagued by infighting" over seat-sharing.

ECI's 2-day meet with state CEOs on nationwide electoral roll revision

IANS | October 22, 2025 10:23 AM

New Delhi, Oct 22 (IANS) The Election Commission of India (ECI) is set to hold a crucial two-day meeting with Chief Electoral Officers (CEOs) of all states and union territories starting Wednesday to review preparations for the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.

Bihar polls: Cash, liquor valued at Rs 71.57 crore seized

IANS | October 21, 2025 11:11 PM

Patna, Oct 21 (IANS) Since the enforcement of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) for the Bihar Assembly Elections 2025, various enforcement agencies have seized cash, liquor, drugs, and other contraband worth Rs 71.57 crore, according to data released by the Election Commission of India (ECI) on Tuesday (October 21).

Stronger India-US ties key to counter China, says leading American expert

IANS | October 21, 2025 10:56 PM

Washington, Oct 21 (IANS) Walter Russell Mead, a leading expert on American foreign policy, has advocated for stronger India-US ties, terming deepening ties with India an “important way” to counter China in the short term and “build a strong defensive coalition for the future.”

Bangladesh’s new blame game (IANS Analysis)

IANS | October 21, 2025 10:14 PM

New Delhi, Oct 21 (IANS) It has been more than a year since the interim government in Bangladesh came into being under the leadership of Muhammad Yunus, and the country has gone through a political reset, both internally as well as in its foreign policy.

Railways to run 7,800 more trains, War Rooms monitoring festive rush: Vaishnaw

IANS | October 21, 2025 10:05 PM

New Delhi, Oct 21 (IANS) Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Tuesday that to further cater to the expected surge in passenger traffic for Diwali and Chhath, the Railways plans to operate around 7,800 more special trains in the coming days, and War Rooms have been set up to monitor the festive rush.

PFRDA aims to enhance transparency and stability in NPS, APY schemes

IANS | October 21, 2025 9:05 PM

New Delhi, Oct 21 (IANS) The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has proposed measures aiming to enhance transparency and stability in the National Pension System (NPS) and the Atal Pension Yojna (APY) schemes, the Ministry of Finance said on Tuesday.

Delhi witnesses bumper firecracker sales ahead of Diwali; sales estimated to be Rs 500 crore

IANS | October 21, 2025 9:01 PM

New Delhi, Oct 21 (IANS) The national capital witnessed a surge in firecracker sales this Diwali season, with most shopkeepers running out of stock well before the festival. In order to find crackers, many Delhi residents were even compelled to travel to neighbouring cities like Gurugram, Noida, Ghaziabad, Faridabad, and Sonipat.

In Gujarat’s Mehsana, PM SHRI school sets new example in education and sports

IANS | October 21, 2025 8:56 PM

Ahmedabad, Oct 21 (IANS) The Prime Minister's Schools for Rising India Scheme (PM SHRI) is a Central government programme, aiming to establish over 14,500 schools pan-India, where an inclusive atmosphere could be created for every student – ensuring their well-being and a secure and enriching learning experience.

Politics

IRA in the making: Ghazwa-e-Hind rhetoric, 8,850 trainees at seven camps in Bangladesh

'Maha-Lathbandhan' of chaos-makers: NDA leaders on Oppn's seat tussle in Bihar

ECI's 2-day meet with state CEOs on nationwide electoral roll revision

Bihar polls: Cash, liquor valued at Rs 71.57 crore seized

Stronger India-US ties key to counter China, says leading American expert

Bangladesh’s new blame game (IANS Analysis)

Railways to run 7,800 more trains, War Rooms monitoring festive rush: Vaishnaw

PFRDA aims to enhance transparency and stability in NPS, APY schemes

Delhi witnesses bumper firecracker sales ahead of Diwali; sales estimated to be Rs 500 crore

In Gujarat’s Mehsana, PM SHRI school sets new example in education and sports

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