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Rahul alleges BJP-Left nexus in Kerala polls

Kannur Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday alleged that Prime Minister Narendra Modi wants the ruling Left Democratic Front (LDF) to win the upcoming Kerala Assembly elections. He claimed that the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) is facing a combined challenge fr

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Rajnath attacks Cong ahead of Assam polls

Tezpur Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday launched a strong attack on the Congress, alleging that the party neglected Assam and treated the state unfairly during its years in power. Speaking at an election rally in Tezpur in support of NDA candidate Prithviraj Rabha,

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Claims of time limit on Pink Saheli cards a lie: Delhi CM

New Delhi Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Tuesday dismissed rumours about the ‘Pink Saheli Card’, stating that it is functioning properly and claims about its misuse are false. She said some political groups are spreading misinformation for propaganda. Gupta clarified t

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Modi mourns passing of Suriname ex-prez

New Delhi Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday expressed deep grief over the demise of former Suriname President Chandrikapersad Santokhi, calling it an irreparable loss for Suriname and the global Indian diaspora. In a message, Modi said he was shocked by the sudden pas

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India-Russia hold talks on strategic ties

Blurb: Teams discuss key regional and global developments during high-level consultations in New Delhi New Delhi Vikram Misri held detailed talks with Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko on Monday as part of the Foreign Office Consultations (FOCs). The meeting fo

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India’s voice carries weight in West Asia: UAE envoy

Intro: ‘India’s deep connections across West Asia and its balanced and constructive diplomatic approach make it an important player during the ongoing crisis’     New Delhi Abdulnasser Alshaali, the United Arab Emirates Ambassador to India, has appreciated New Delhi’s

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Elderly man held for ‘abusing’ 3 minor girls

Mumbai A 70-year-old man has been arrested in Navi Mumbai for allegedly abusing three minor girls aged 7, 9, and 10. The incident reportedly took place on March 26 while the children were playing in a residential building. The case came to light after one child informed her mo

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TVK candidate booked in harassment case

Chennai Police in Tiruvallur have registered a sexual harassment case against TVK candidate Prakash alias Kutty from Poonamallee. The complaint was filed by a woman party worker, who alleged that the incident took place at a wedding reception six months ago. She claimed she ha

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Ashwini Bhide becomes first woman BMC chief

Mumbai Senior IAS officer Ashwini Bhide has been appointed as the new Commissioner of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), becoming the first woman to hold the post. A 1995-batch officer, she is known for her firm and result-oriented work style. Bhide earlier served i

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Business

Broken promises leave Thar coal region poor

Slug : Thar Coal Gap KARACHI In 2019, top leaders in Sindh promised that every rupee earned from the massive Thar Coal project would go back into developing the Tharparkar district. Fast forward to 2026, and those bold words have yet to turn into reality for the local pe

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Business

India unveils simpler rules for income tax

NEW DELHI India is waving goodbye to its 65-year-old tax law. Starting April 1, 2026, the new Income Tax Act will take over, promising a system that is much easier for the common person to understand. The goal is to cut through the confusion and make filing taxes a smoother ex

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Business

Dubai rolls out fiscal package to bolster biz

DUBAI In a bold move to shield its economy from regional tensions, Dubai has unveiled a massive relief package to support local businesses and workers. Starting April 1, 2026, the government will roll out a Dh1 billion incentive plan designed to lower costs and keep the cit

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Pakistan poverty levels far higher than reported

New Delhi A new report by the Social Policy and Development Centre reveals that poverty in Pakistan has reached 43.5 percent, much higher than official estimates of 28.9 percent by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics. The study shows urban areas are hit harder, with poverty r

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IMF grants Pakistan tiny relief on fuel

NEW DELHI The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has offered Pakistan a small amount of breathing room regarding fuel prices, but experts warn the situation is a dangerous "stress test." According to a new report, the IMF is allowing the Pakistani government to briefly shield i

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Business

Digital wave transforms how rural India governs

NEW DELHI India’s villages are stepping into a high-tech future as the government’s digital platforms reach massive new milestones. Yesterday the officials announced that Gram Panchayats have now routed over ₹3 lakh crore in payments through the eGramSwaraj portal, marking a h

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Business

AI data skills drive India’s future jobs

New Delhi: A new report highlights that artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and data skills will be the most important abilities in India over the next three to five years. The study by NIIT Limited and YouGov shows strong demand across students, employees, and employers.

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Business

Google unveils 2026 AI startup accelerator India

NEW DELHI Tech giant Google opened doors for its 2026 "Startups Accelerator" in India. This three-month program is designed specifically to help homegrown artificial intelligence companies grow. The best part for young businesses? Google provides this high-level support withou

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