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Ayodhya seers extend support to Pasi community amid Kasmandi Mosque dispute in Malihabad

IANS | May 25, 2026 2:28 PM

Ayodhya, May 25 (IANS) Ayodhya seers have extended support to members of the Pasi community amid the ongoing dispute over the Kasmandi site in Malihabad, in Lucknow district, where the community has claimed that the area, at present identified as a mosque and graveyard, was once part of an ancient fort linked to Raja Kans and also contained a Shiva temple.

CBI team to reach Bhopal today to take over probe into Twisha's death

IANS | May 25, 2026 2:10 PM

Bhopal, May 25 (IANS) The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is set to take over the probe into the death of model-turned-actress Twisha Sharma, who was found hanging at her marital home in Bhopal’s Katara Hills area on May 12, officials said on Monday.

Assam UCC Bill: Monogamy mandatory; marriages, divorces must be registered

IANS | May 25, 2026 2:07 PM

Guwahati, May 25 (IANS) Assam Minister Arup Bora on Monday tabled the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), Assam, 2026 Bill in the state Assembly, proposing a single civil legal framework governing marriage, divorce, succession and live-in relationships for all residents of the state, while excluding Scheduled Tribes to protect their constitutional safeguards.

As Kerala’s politics shifts, Mammootty and Mohanlal attend Satheesan's events

IANS | May 25, 2026 1:42 PM

Kochi, May 25 ( IANS) Over the weekend, Malayalam cinema’s two biggest superstars appeared to send out subtle political signals. While Mammootty attended a public felicitation accorded to Kerala Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan in Kochi, Mohanlal, almost at the same time, reached Paravoor, Satheesan’s hometown near Kochi, to attend another function held in honour of the new Chief Minister.

Assam UCC Bill not truly equal, claims Congress MLA Zubair Anam

IANS | May 25, 2026 1:35 PM

Guwahati, May 25 (IANS) Congress MLA Zubair Anam on Monday criticised the Assam government’s move to introduce the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill in the state Assembly, alleging that the proposed legislation lacks equality in several provisions.

India cannot afford fear mongering, economy remains resilient: FM Sitharaman

IANS | May 25, 2026 1:31 PM

Mumbai, May 25 (IANS) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Monday that India's economy continues to show resilience amid global uncertainty, and came out strongly against attempts to paint a “pessimistic and cynical narrative” that presents an inaccurate picture of the country’s growth trajectory.

PIB Fact Check debunks fake claim linking Rajnath Singh to support for BLA

IANS | May 25, 2026 1:27 PM

New Delhi, May 25 (IANS) The Press Information Bureau (PIB) Fact Check unit on Monday debunked a fake and fabricated claim circulating on social media alleging that Defence Minister Rajnath Singh had made a statement regarding India’s support for the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA).

Islam is practical religion: Muslim cleric hits back at Nitish Rane over 'virtual Bakrid' remarks

IANS | May 25, 2026 1:09 PM

Bareilly, May 25 (IANS) All India Muslim Jamaat National President, Maulana Shahabuddin Razvi Barelvi, on Monday strongly criticised Maharashtra Minister Nitesh Rane over his remarks suggesting "virtual Qurbani" during Bakrid, stating that Islam is a practical religion and accusing the minister of lacking knowledge about Islamic traditions and madrasas.

Kharge criticises petrol, diesel price surge; calls it 'fuel loot' amid fourth hike in two weeks

IANS | May 25, 2026 1:03 PM

New Delhi, May 25 (IANS) Congress President, Mallikarjun Kharge, has strongly criticised the recent rise in fuel prices across the country on Monday, calling it a "daily assault of FUEL LOOT” and accusing the NDA government at the Centre of burdening common citizens.

Punjab revises office, school timings amid heatwave; employees welcome move

IANS | May 25, 2026 12:38 PM

Chandigarh, May 25 (IANS) Amid rising temperatures and ongoing heatwave conditions across Punjab, the Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann government has revised the working hours of government offices and educational institutions from Monday. Under the new schedule, all government offices, service centres, and educational institutions — including government, aided, and private schools — will function from 7:30 A.M. to 1:30 P.M. until further orders.

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Ayodhya seers extend support to Pasi community amid Kasmandi Mosque dispute in Malihabad

CBI team to reach Bhopal today to take over probe into Twisha's death

Assam UCC Bill: Monogamy mandatory; marriages, divorces must be registered

As Kerala’s politics shifts, Mammootty and Mohanlal attend Satheesan's events

Assam UCC Bill not truly equal, claims Congress MLA Zubair Anam

India cannot afford fear mongering, economy remains resilient: FM Sitharaman

PIB Fact Check debunks fake claim linking Rajnath Singh to support for BLA

Islam is practical religion: Muslim cleric hits back at Nitish Rane over 'virtual Bakrid' remarks

Kharge criticises petrol, diesel price surge; calls it 'fuel loot' amid fourth hike in two weeks

Punjab revises office, school timings amid heatwave; employees welcome move

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