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Bhupesh Baghel moves SC, challenges CBI-ED jurisdiction in multi-crore liquor scam probe

IANS | August 2, 2025 11:42 PM

New Delhi, Aug 2 (IANS) Former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel and his son Chaitanya Baghel have approached the Supreme Court, seeking the legal authority and jurisdiction of central investigative agencies—the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and the Enforcement Directorate (ED)—in probing alleged irregularities linked to the multi-crore liquor scam in the state.

ECI hits back at Rahul over allegations on electoral roll revision in Bihar

IANS | August 2, 2025 11:32 PM

New Delhi, Aug 2 (IANS) The Election Commission of India (ECI) has refuted questions raised by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi. Earlier, on June 12, the ECI had written a letter to Gandhi, referencing an article published in a leading media outlet dated June 7, 2025.

Suhas Shetty murder: NIA searches 18 locations in Karnataka, seizes digital devices (Lead)

IANS | August 2, 2025 11:04 PM

Bengaluru, Aug 2 (IANS) The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Saturday conducted extensive searches at 18 locations in various districts of Karnataka in the Hindu activist and rowdy sheeter Suhas Shetty's targeted killing case, an official said.

Delhi's new CP shows dissatisfaction with disposal of cases under new criminal laws

Ravi Bhushan Dwivedi | August 2, 2025 10:50 PM

New Delhi, Aug 2 (IANS) Soon after taking charge as the Delhi Police Commissioner, 1988-batch AGMUT cadre IPS officer S.B.K. Singh has expressed dissatisfaction with the disposal of cases and has asked subordinate officers to pay special attention to the issue.

Pawan Khera: Rahul Gandhi was threatened over BJP’s larger 'anti-farmer' agenda, not just 2020 laws

IANS | August 2, 2025 10:25 PM

New Delhi, Aug 2 (IANS) As the ruling BJP and the Congress on Saturday locked horns over Rahul Gandhi’s claim of receiving threats from Late Union minister Arun Jaitley over the farm laws, the grand old party claimed that the episode was a failed bid to silence their leader on his pro-farmer agenda.

Two youths nabbed for double murder case in Patna's Janipur

IANS | August 2, 2025 9:59 PM

Patna, Aug 2 (IANS) In a shocking revelation, Patna Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Kartikeya Sharma, on Saturday, announced the arrest of two youths in connection with the brutal double murder and arson case in Nadwa village within the Janipur police station limits, police said.

Puri teen set ablaze by miscreants dies during treatment at AIIMS Delhi; Odisha CM condoles death

IANS | August 2, 2025 8:58 PM

Bhubaneswar, Aug 2 (IANS) A 15-year-old girl from Odisha's Puri district, who was allegedly set ablaze by three unidentified men, succumbed to her injuries at AIIMS Delhi, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi confirmed on Saturday.

Over 75,000 Manipur farmers receive Rs 18 crore under 20th PM-KISAN instalment (Lead)

IANS | August 2, 2025 8:36 PM

New Delhi, Aug 2 (IANS) Over 75,000 farmers in Manipur on Saturday received financial assistance totalling approximately Rs 18 crore under the 20th instalment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) Yojana, released by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

PM-KISAN scheme: 74,963 Manipur farmers receive Rs 18.09 crore in 20th instalment

IANS | August 2, 2025 8:24 PM

Imphal, Aug 2 (IANS) As part of the 20th instalment under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme, a total of over Rs 18.09 crore was disbursed to 74,963 beneficiaries in Manipur, further strengthening support to the state’s farming community, officials said on Saturday.

Rahul Gandhi’s remarks completely baseless, he is yet to respond to June 12 letter: EC

IANS | August 2, 2025 8:10 PM

New Delhi, Aug 2 (IANS) The Election Commission of India (ECI) has hit back at Rahul Gandhi over his repeated allegations about irregularities in the Maharashtra Assembly elections held in 2024, asserting that the Congress leader has not responded to an official invitation extended to him nearly two months ago.

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Bhupesh Baghel moves SC, challenges CBI-ED jurisdiction in multi-crore liquor scam probe

ECI hits back at Rahul over allegations on electoral roll revision in Bihar

Suhas Shetty murder: NIA searches 18 locations in Karnataka, seizes digital devices (Lead)

Delhi's new CP shows dissatisfaction with disposal of cases under new criminal laws

Pawan Khera: Rahul Gandhi was threatened over BJP’s larger 'anti-farmer' agenda, not just 2020 laws

Two youths nabbed for double murder case in Patna's Janipur

Puri teen set ablaze by miscreants dies during treatment at AIIMS Delhi; Odisha CM condoles death

Over 75,000 Manipur farmers receive Rs 18 crore under 20th PM-KISAN instalment (Lead)

PM-KISAN scheme: 74,963 Manipur farmers receive Rs 18.09 crore in 20th instalment

Rahul Gandhi’s remarks completely baseless, he is yet to respond to June 12 letter: EC

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