Assam Cabinet approves anti-polygamy Bill

IANS | November 9, 2025 11:14 PM

Dispur, Nov 9 (IANS) In a major social reform initiative, the Assam Cabinet, on Sunday, approved the Assam Prohibition of Polygamy Bill, 2025, aimed at outlawing and eliminating the practice of polygamy across the state, except in Sixth Schedule areas.

President Murmu, Angola counterpart Lourenco agree to deepen cooperation

IANS | November 9, 2025 8:27 PM

Luanda, Nov 9 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu held a meeting with her Angolan counterpart Joao Manuel Goncalves Lourenco on Sunday, and the two agreed to continue working together to deepen bilateral cooperation, including in the energy partnership, infrastructure, defence, health, agriculture, and digital technologies.

Gujarat Deputy CM leads celebration marking 150th birth anniversary of Birsa Munda

IANS | November 9, 2025 7:36 PM

Tapi (Gujarat), Nov 9 (IANS) As part of the nationwide celebration marking the 150th birth anniversary of Birsa Munda, Gujarat witnessed vibrant festivities under the “Tribal Pride Year” initiative. In Tapi district’s Dolvan, the Tribal Pride Yatra received a grand welcome as dignitaries, community members, and cultural groups gathered to honour the legacy of the great tribal leader.