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Chanda Babu’s son recounts horrific killing of brothers, amidst outrage over fielding of Shahabuddin’s son (IANS Interview)

IANS | October 23, 2025 12:44 PM

Patna, Oct 23 (IANS) The fielding of don-turned-politician late Mohammad Shahabuddin's son Osama in the upcoming Assembly elections by the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) has evoked strong and angry reactions from the parties and people alike. As RJD continues to face backlash over fielding son of dreaded gangster, the son of Chandrakeshwar Prasad spoke to IANS and recalled the horrific killing of his brothers in in the infamous ‘Tejaab kand’ under Shahabuddin’s rule of terror.

We welcome him wholeheartedly: BJP, JD(U) on PM Modi's visit for Bihar poll campaigns

IANS | October 23, 2025 12:38 PM

Patna, Oct 23 (IANS) As Prime Minister Narendra Modi prepares to kickstart the Bihar election campaign in support of NDA candidates on October 24, the BJP and JD(U) on Thursday said that they welcome him wholeheartedly. Both parties expressed confidence that the election is one-sided and that the NDA will secure a landslide victory.

Cong infighting: Minister Satish Jarkiholi says party will take final call on CM Siddaramaiah's successor

IANS | October 23, 2025 11:56 AM

Belagavi (Karnataka), Oct 23 (IANS) Karnataka Minister for PWD Satish Jarkiholi, a close associate of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, has reacted to being projected as the CM’s successor and maintained that the party will take the final call.

Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana-NRLM enabling rural poverty alleviation, women’s empowerment

IANS | October 23, 2025 11:49 AM

New Delhi, Oct 23 (IANS) The Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana - National Rural Livelihood Mission (DAY-NRLM) is a key programme working to alleviate poverty in India's rural areas and empowering women, said the government on Thursday.

Look forward to joining ASEAN-India Summit virtually: PM Modi dials Malaysian counterpart

IANS | October 23, 2025 10:17 AM

New Delhi, Oct 23 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said that he is looking forward to virtually attending the 47th ASEAN-India Summit, being held in Kuala Lumpur, and also congratulated Malaysia for assuming the chairmanship of the group.

'May brother-sister relation gain renewed strength', says PM Modi on Bhai Dooj

IANS | October 23, 2025 10:10 AM

New Delhi, Oct 23 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended warm greetings to the people on the occasion of Bhai Dooj on Thursday and wished happiness and good fortune for everyone.

Tejashwi Yadav likely to be declared CM face at Mahagathbandhan's joint press meet

IANS | October 23, 2025 10:00 AM

Patna, Oct 23 (IANS) As the Mahagathbandhan prepares to hold a crucial press conference on Thursday, speculation is rife that the long wait for Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Tejashwi Yadav's wish to be declared the alliance's Chief Ministerial face may finally come to an end.

Sabarimala gold scam case: SIT arrests ex-official Murari Babu (Ld)

IANS | October 23, 2025 9:52 AM

Thiruvananthapuram, Oct 23 (IANS) Former Sabarimala Administrative Officer Murari Babu, who was taken into custody by the Special Investigation Team (SIT) in connection with the gold misappropriation case on Wednesday night, has been arrested after several hours of questioning, said officials here on Thursday.

Indian doctors in Stanford list of world’s top 2 pc scientists a proud moment: Minister

IANS | October 22, 2025 10:48 PM

New Delhi, Oct 22 (IANS) The rising number of Indian doctors in ‘Stanford University 2025 list of world’s top 2 per cent scientist' is a proud moment for the country, said Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday.

Rs 2,770 crore deal: Indian Army to induct 4.25 lakh CQB carbines in 2026 (Lead)

Saurabh Sharma | October 22, 2025 10:31 PM

New Delhi, Oct 22 (IANS) The Indian Army will begin inducting the Close Quarter Battle (CQB) carbines into its ranks from 2026, following a major procurement contract.

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Chanda Babu’s son recounts horrific killing of brothers, amidst outrage over fielding of Shahabuddin’s son (IANS Interview)

We welcome him wholeheartedly: BJP, JD(U) on PM Modi's visit for Bihar poll campaigns

Cong infighting: Minister Satish Jarkiholi says party will take final call on CM Siddaramaiah's successor

Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana-NRLM enabling rural poverty alleviation, women’s empowerment

Look forward to joining ASEAN-India Summit virtually: PM Modi dials Malaysian counterpart

'May brother-sister relation gain renewed strength', says PM Modi on Bhai Dooj

Tejashwi Yadav likely to be declared CM face at Mahagathbandhan's joint press meet

Sabarimala gold scam case: SIT arrests ex-official Murari Babu (Ld)

Indian doctors in Stanford list of world’s top 2 pc scientists a proud moment: Minister

Rs 2,770 crore deal: Indian Army to induct 4.25 lakh CQB carbines in 2026 (Lead)

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