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SC invokes extraordinary powers to acquit POCSO convict after victim marries him, seeks case closure

IANS | June 8, 2026 6:47 PM

New Delhi, June 8 (IANS) Invoking its extraordinary powers under Article 142 of the Constitution to ensure "complete justice", the Supreme Court has set aside the conviction of a man sentenced under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act after taking note of subsequent developments, including his marriage with the victim after both attained majority and a settlement arrived at between them.

Govt to celebrate a decade of PMSMA with awareness, outreach activities

IANS | June 8, 2026 6:22 PM

New Delhi, June 8 (IANS) The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on Monday said it will launch nationwide celebrations to commemorate 10 years of implementation of the Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan (PMSMA).

Govt confirms fire incident on vessel south of Hormuz, all crew members safe

IANS | June 8, 2026 6:04 PM

New Delhi, June 8 (IANS) The government on Monday confirmed a fire incident aboard MT Marivex, a vessel carrying 24 Indian seafarers south of the Strait of Hormuz, adding that all crew members are safe.

Assam's Muga Sericulture creating new livelihood opportunities: CM Himanta Biswa Sarma

IANS | June 8, 2026 6:03 PM

Guwahati, June 8 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday highlighted the growing impact of the state's handloom and sericulture sector, stating that Muga silk cultivation is creating sustainable livelihood opportunities and transforming rural economies across Assam.

Letter to CJI over SIR, allies meeting every two months: 5 key decisions at INDIA bloc meet

IANS | June 8, 2026 5:29 PM

New Delhi, June 8 (IANS) The meeting of Opposition parties under the banner of the INDIA bloc concluded this evening, with a broader consensus on redrawing electoral as well as political strategy and pursuing a "united and spirited" fight against the BJP-led NDA government.

Looking forward to deepen ties: PM Modi congratulates Armenian counterpart Nikol Pashinyan

IANS | June 8, 2026 5:07 PM

New Delhi, June 8 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday congratulated his Armenian counterpart Nikol Pashinyan for securing win in the country's parliamentary elections and expressed readiness to working closely with him to further strengthen ties between the two nations.

TN missing from INDIA bloc meet as DMK stays away, TVK remains uninvited

IANS | June 8, 2026 4:15 PM

Chennai, June 8 (IANS) For the first time in recent years, Tamil Nadu found itself without representation at a meeting of the opposition INDIA bloc on Monday, reflecting the deep political realignments that have emerged in the state following the recent Assembly elections.

Congress high command doesn’t want to see Sachin Pilot as Rajasthan CM: Acharya Pramod Krishnam

IANS | June 8, 2026 3:58 PM

Ghaziabad, June 8 (IANS) Former Congress leader Acharya Pramod Krishnam on Monday launched a sharp attack on Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, alleging that the Congress leadership never intended to make Sachin Pilot the Chief Minister of Rajasthan and was responsible for the prolonged political conflict within the party in the state.

Massive reshuffle in Bengal Police, 179 IPS officers transferred

IANS | June 8, 2026 3:56 PM

Kolkata, June 8 (IANS) A major reshuffle took place in the West Bengal police administration on Monday, with the Suvendu Adhikari government issuing a transfer notification for 179 IPS officers.

ED questions Trinamool leader Shreya Pandey in Sona Pappu case

IANS | June 8, 2026 3:51 PM

Kolkata, June 8 (IANS) Trinamool Congress leader Shreya Pandey on Monday appeared before the Enforcement Directorate (ED) at the CGO Complex in Salt Lake here in connection with the Sona Pappu-linked syndicate case.

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SC invokes extraordinary powers to acquit POCSO convict after victim marries him, seeks case closure

Govt to celebrate a decade of PMSMA with awareness, outreach activities

Govt confirms fire incident on vessel south of Hormuz, all crew members safe

Assam's Muga Sericulture creating new livelihood opportunities: CM Himanta Biswa Sarma

Letter to CJI over SIR, allies meeting every two months: 5 key decisions at INDIA bloc meet

Looking forward to deepen ties: PM Modi congratulates Armenian counterpart Nikol Pashinyan

TN missing from INDIA bloc meet as DMK stays away, TVK remains uninvited

Congress high command doesn’t want to see Sachin Pilot as Rajasthan CM: Acharya Pramod Krishnam

Massive reshuffle in Bengal Police, 179 IPS officers transferred

ED questions Trinamool leader Shreya Pandey in Sona Pappu case

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