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ECI can't threaten Rahul Gandhi for raising voice for fair polls, says Cong; urges withdrawal of remarks on LoP

IANS | August 12, 2025 4:04 PM

Bengaluru, Aug 12 (IANS) Responding to the notice given by Karnataka Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) to Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, the Congress on Tuesday appealed to the Election Commission of India (ECI) stating that it can't threaten the LoP for raising his voice for free and fair elections. The party has also requested the poll panel to withdraw remarks against the Congress MP and protect citizens' rights under Article 324 and 19(1)(a) of the Indian Constitution.

Two pregnant women rescued from disaster-hit Dharali as relief efforts intensify

IANS | August 12, 2025 3:56 PM

Uttarkashi, Aug 12 (IANS) Two pregnant women were airlifted from the disaster-affected Dharali village in Uttarakhand's Uttarkashi on Tuesday and are now receiving medical attention at the district hospital.

Sickle Cell elimination mission tackling genetic disorder to ensure equity, dignity: PMO

IANS | August 12, 2025 3:53 PM

New Delhi, Aug 12 (IANS) The National Sickle Cell Anaemia Elimination Mission (NSCAEM) is aimed at tackling the genetic disorder to ensure equity and dignity to the people affected, the Prime Minister’s Office said on Tuesday.

Cabinet approves 700 MW hydro electric project in Arunachal Pradesh for Rs 8,146 crore

IANS | August 12, 2025 3:51 PM

New Delhi, Aug 12 (IANS) In a significant move, the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) on Tuesday approved investment of Rs 8,146.21 crore for the construction of Tato-II Hydro Electric Project (HEP) in Shi Yomi District, Arunachal Pradesh.

Crackdown on Russian oil exports a big setback for Reliance, shares dip

IANS | August 12, 2025 3:51 PM

New Delhi, Aug 12 (IANS) US President Donald Trump’s crackdown on Russian oil exports has come as a major blow to Mukesh Ambani-led Reliance Industries Ltd. (RIL), which was a major importer of the cheap crude for processing at its giant oil refinery in Jamnagar on the Gujarat coast.

Tehseen Poonawalla questions ECI’s role amid Rahul Gandhi’s allegations of voter duplication

IANS | August 12, 2025 3:42 PM

Pune, Aug 12 (IANS) Political analyst Tehseen Poonawalla on Tuesday raised pointed questions at the Election Commission of India (ECI) after Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, alleged that two voters — Aditya Srivastava and Vishal Singh — were registered in multiple states.

SC issues fresh directive to tackle stray dog menace within its premises

IANS | August 12, 2025 3:41 PM

New Delhi, Aug 12 (IANS) The Supreme Court, taking note of the rising number of stray dogs within its premises, on Tuesday issued a fresh directive mandating that all leftover food be disposed of exclusively in covered dustbins.

LS passes Indian Ports Bill, 2025 amid unprecedented ruckus by Oppn

IANS | August 12, 2025 3:39 PM

New Delhi, Aug 12 (IANS) The Lok Sabha on Tuesday passed the Indian Ports Bill, 2025 by voice vote, replacing the colonial-era Indian Ports Act of 1908, even as sustained sloganeering and protests from Opposition benches drowned out much of the debate.

Cabinet okays 4 semiconductor manufacturing units with Rs 4,600 crore outlay

IANS | August 12, 2025 3:38 PM

New Delhi, Aug 12 (IANS) The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Tuesday approved four more semiconductor projects under the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) with an outlay of Rs 4,600 crore.

Uttarakhand legal services team visits Dharali to check on support for disaster-hit victims

IANS | August 12, 2025 3:23 PM

Uttarkashi, Aug 12 (IANS) A team from the District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) is visiting Dharali in Uttarakhand's Uttarkashi district to ensure that disaster victims are receiving necessary support, including psychological and medical assistance from the concerned authorities.

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ECI can't threaten Rahul Gandhi for raising voice for fair polls, says Cong; urges withdrawal of remarks on LoP

Two pregnant women rescued from disaster-hit Dharali as relief efforts intensify

Sickle Cell elimination mission tackling genetic disorder to ensure equity, dignity: PMO

Cabinet approves 700 MW hydro electric project in Arunachal Pradesh for Rs 8,146 crore

Crackdown on Russian oil exports a big setback for Reliance, shares dip

Tehseen Poonawalla questions ECI’s role amid Rahul Gandhi’s allegations of voter duplication

SC issues fresh directive to tackle stray dog menace within its premises

LS passes Indian Ports Bill, 2025 amid unprecedented ruckus by Oppn

Cabinet okays 4 semiconductor manufacturing units with Rs 4,600 crore outlay

Uttarakhand legal services team visits Dharali to check on support for disaster-hit victims

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