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A trial on a distant island: The Oude charge and the spectacle of British Justice (From the Archives)

Santosh Kumar Verma | October 19, 2025 11:11 PM

New Delhi, Oct 19 (IANS) From a distant island, the members of the British Parliament gathered in the summer of 1806 to deliberate the fate of Oude (Awadh), a kingdom whose very existence and sovereignty were subjects of their heated discussion. These were not the voices of our people or our princes; they were the pronouncements of foreign rulers, wielding increasing and unaccountable power over our destinies.

Every poll make and break Opposition alliance

IANS | October 19, 2025 10:02 PM

New Delhi, Oct 19 (IANS) The Mahagathbandhan, an alliance of Bihar's opposition parties, is all set to witness political contests among its own candidates if the constituents continue to remain obdurate.

From Gujarat salt to valley apples: Rail connectivity unlocks Kashmir's trade potential

IANS | October 19, 2025 9:21 PM

New Delhi, Oct 19 (IANS) Regional connectivity has reached a new high with the completion of the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) project. Passenger and freight train operations have also commenced, establishing a direct rail link between the Kashmir Valley, Jammu, and other parts of India.

1.51 crore lamps light up Uttar Pradesh, 26 lakh Illuminate Ayodhya Dham: CM Yogi

IANS | October 19, 2025 8:56 PM

New Delhi, Oct 19 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday said that the grand illumination of 1.51 crore lamps across the state, including a record 26 lakh diyas in Ayodhya Dham, represents the collective spiritual resolve of India.

UAE Vice Prez Sheikh Mohammed, Singapore, Iranian missions in India extend wishes to people on Diwali

IANS | October 19, 2025 8:23 PM

Dubai/New Delhi, Oct 19 (IANS) UAE Vice President and Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum on Sunday extended wishes to people celebrating Diwali in the UAE and all those across the world.

Gujarat Guv bats for desi cow-based natural farming to protect environment and public health

IANS | October 19, 2025 7:38 PM

Ahmedabad, Oct 19 (IANS) Gujarat Governor Acharya Devvrat, on Sunday, emphasised the role of the indigenous cow in environmental protection and public health during a programme focused on Gau Poojan, Gau Sanvardhan, and desi cow-based natural farming during a gathering at Nageshwar Kalyan Shakti Dham in Hirapur village of Ahmedabad district.

DRI seizes Rs 5 crore worth of illegal Chinese firecrackers at Tuticorin Port

IANS | October 19, 2025 7:38 PM

New Delhi, Oct 19 (IANS) In a major crackdown ahead of Diwali, the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has seized illegal Chinese firecrackers worth Rs 5.01 crore at Tuticorin Port under its ongoing operation ‘Fire Trail’, according to the Finance Ministry on Sunday.

State of despair in Chittagong hills (IANS Analysis)

IANS | October 19, 2025 7:22 PM

New Delhi, Oct 19 (IANS) Chittagong Hill Tracts or Parbotto Chattogram, comprising three districts — Rangamati, Khagrachhari and Bandarban — is home to Bangladesh’s indigenous population comprising 11 tribes, collectively known as the Jumma. 99 per cent of this indigenous population belongs to minority identities—both religious as well as ethnic, thus, a significant contributor to Bangladesh’s diverse population.

UP’s Farrukhabad records trade of Rs 10 crore on Dhanteras, hundreds of bikes sold in a day

IANS | October 19, 2025 6:42 PM

Farrukhabad, Oct 19 (IANS) The festival of Dhanteras, marking the beginning of the festival of lights, saw markets bustling with activity and consumers making a beeline to the jewellery shops, auto markets and others for purchasing bullion, vehicles and utensils to celebrate the occasion.

Air India operates special flight from Milan to Delhi after technical glitch disrupts service

IANS | October 19, 2025 5:29 PM

New Delhi, Oct 19 (IANS) Air India on Sunday announced a special flight from Milan to Delhi to help passengers affected by the cancellation of flight AI138 on October 17.

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A trial on a distant island: The Oude charge and the spectacle of British Justice (From the Archives)

Every poll make and break Opposition alliance

From Gujarat salt to valley apples: Rail connectivity unlocks Kashmir's trade potential

1.51 crore lamps light up Uttar Pradesh, 26 lakh Illuminate Ayodhya Dham: CM Yogi

UAE Vice Prez Sheikh Mohammed, Singapore, Iranian missions in India extend wishes to people on Diwali

Gujarat Guv bats for desi cow-based natural farming to protect environment and public health

DRI seizes Rs 5 crore worth of illegal Chinese firecrackers at Tuticorin Port

State of despair in Chittagong hills (IANS Analysis)

UP’s Farrukhabad records trade of Rs 10 crore on Dhanteras, hundreds of bikes sold in a day

Air India operates special flight from Milan to Delhi after technical glitch disrupts service

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