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Kapil Sibal questions Home Minister’s 'silence' over use of pellet guns during students stir

IANS | July 30, 2026 12:40 PM

New Delhi, July 30 (IANS) Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal on Thursday questioned Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s silence over the alleged use of pellet guns during protesting students in the capital, stating that even if authorities had taken responsibility for the action, the Home Minister should still come forward and issue statement on the matter.

INDIA bloc stages 'Who gave the order' protest at Parliament; NDA says 'raise meaningful questions'

IANS | July 30, 2026 11:59 AM

New Delhi, July 30 (IANS) The Congress party and its allies in the INDIA bloc on Thursday staged a protest at Makar Dwar of the Parliament, demanding answers from the NDA government over the alleged use of lethal force against student protesters during the July 20 'Sansad Chalo' march against NEET paper leaks.

Public has already made up mind to vote against BJP in Bankipur bypoll: Prashant Kishor

IANS | July 30, 2026 11:44 AM

Patna, July 30 (IANS) Jan Suraaj founder and Bankipur Assembly bypoll candidate Prashant Kishor on Thursday claimed that the public had already made up its mind to vote against the BJP in the ongoing bye-election.

FSSAI directs Sun Organic Industries to recall 'Wonderland Raisins'

IANS | July 30, 2026 11:42 AM

New Delhi, July 30 (IANS) The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued a recall order for a batch of ‘Wonderland Raisins’ manufactured by Sun Organic Industries Private Limited after regulatory testing found pesticide residues exceeding the prescribed safety limits.

CM Yogi offers prayers at Kashi Vishwanath temple on first day of Sawan

IANS | July 30, 2026 11:40 AM

New Delhi, July 30 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday visited the Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi on the first day of the holy month of Sawan and prayed for the prosperity, peace and well-being of the nation.

Political tensions escalate ahead of HM Shah’s Pune visit; Cong plans protest, BJP warns of 'tit-for-tat' response

IANS | July 30, 2026 11:38 AM

Pune, July 30 (IANS) The political temperature in Pune has risen sharply ahead of Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s scheduled visit to the city on August 1. The Pune City Congress has announced a protest during Shah’s visit, while the BJP has strongly opposed the move and warned of a "tit-for-tat" response. The escalating war of words between the two parties has also sparked concerns over maintaining law and order in the city.

Rs 28 crore, 15 kg gold seized in Bengal Police raid; relative of Tulu Mondal arrested

IANS | July 30, 2026 10:20 AM

Kolkata, July 30 (IANS) After almost 24 hours of marathon raids and search operations coupled with interrogation, the Birbhum District Police in West Bengal on Thursday arrested Minar Mondal, a relative of Tulu Mondal, an influential stone-quarry owner in the district.

Bankipur bypoll: Hope future MLA prioritises development, strengthens infrastructure, say voters

IANS | July 30, 2026 10:05 AM

Patna, July 30 (IANS) As polling for the Bankipur Assembly by-election progressed on Thursday, voters expressed hope that the next elected representative would prioritise development, strengthen civic infrastructure, and work towards the overall growth of the constituency.

From Patna to Delhi, devotees throng Shiva temples as holy month of Sawan begins

IANS | July 30, 2026 9:56 AM

New Delhi, July 30 (IANS) The holy month of Sawan commenced on Thursday with thousands of devotees across the country flocking to Shiva temples to offer prayers and seek the blessings of Lord Shiva.

Voting begins for bypolls in Bankipur, Datia and Manjalpur amid tight security

IANS | July 30, 2026 7:15 AM

New Delhi, July 30 (IANS) Polling for the Assembly by-elections in Bihar's Bankipur, Madhya Pradesh's Datia, and Gujarat's Manjalpur constituencies began on Thursday under extensive security arrangements.

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Kapil Sibal questions Home Minister’s 'silence' over use of pellet guns during students stir

INDIA bloc stages 'Who gave the order' protest at Parliament; NDA says 'raise meaningful questions'

Public has already made up mind to vote against BJP in Bankipur bypoll: Prashant Kishor

FSSAI directs Sun Organic Industries to recall 'Wonderland Raisins'

CM Yogi offers prayers at Kashi Vishwanath temple on first day of Sawan

Political tensions escalate ahead of HM Shah’s Pune visit; Cong plans protest, BJP warns of 'tit-for-tat' response

Rs 28 crore, 15 kg gold seized in Bengal Police raid; relative of Tulu Mondal arrested

Bankipur bypoll: Hope future MLA prioritises development, strengthens infrastructure, say voters

From Patna to Delhi, devotees throng Shiva temples as holy month of Sawan begins

Voting begins for bypolls in Bankipur, Datia and Manjalpur amid tight security

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