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  Enforcement Directorate functions, powers and procedure to appoint ED Director: All you need to know

  July 12, 2023 19:50 IST

  Enforcement Directorate (ED) has been in the news ever since BJP came to power. ED raids saw an unprecedented rise across the nation. It also faces biased allegations from the Opposition camp. However, the government praises it to curb economic crime and break the terror fund network in the country.

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  From Mulayam Singh's SP to George Fernandes' Samata Party: List of splits in Janata Dal | EXPLAINED

  July 14, 2023 12:37 IST

  While Nitish himself has rubbished questions of there being any danger of a split in JD-U, let's have a look at how Janata Dal has witnessed several divisions in the past and resulting in the rise of powerful regional parties.

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  Ahead of PM Modi's visit, France gears up for Bastille Day celebrations: History and significance

  July 12, 2023 13:54 IST

  Bastille Day is celebrated in France to commemorate the fall of military fortress and prison named Bastille in July 14, 1789, by the people to overthrow King Louis XVI's harsh monarchy, a starting point of the French Revolution.

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  WMO declares first week of July as hottest week on record | Know all about UN climate agency

  July 12, 2023 13:19 IST

  In a statement, the WMO said that the first week of July was the hottest on record following climate change and the initial stages of the El Nino weather pattern led to the warmest June on record.

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  What explains unabated political violence in West Bengal

  July 11, 2023 6:16 IST

  West Bengal violence: Violence in politics in West Bengal plagued the state's progress. The state could not use its full potential to achieve development as violent incidents impact the image of the state. Eventually, big investors hesitate to invest in a violence-laced state.

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  What is PASA Act? All you need to know about the Gujarat law that could be implemented in Delhi

  July 10, 2023 17:24 IST

  The Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena has approved the proposal of implementing the Gujarat Prevention of Anti-Social Activities Act (1985) in Delhi to take preventive actions against crimes in the national capital. The file has been sent for Home Ministry's approval.

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  Not only Rahul Gandhi, but others too disqualifications from 17th LS | Law & politics EXPLAINED

  July 09, 2023 19:13 IST

  Disqualifications & politics: Almost all Opposition parties, including AAP, supported Gandhi over his disqualification from membership of the Parliament. The Congress leader is facing a serious threat to his political career.

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  The collapse of anti-BJP front: Three incidents that led to its downfall

  July 09, 2023 12:41 IST

  During the panchayat elections in West Bengal, Mamata Banerjee's Trinamool Congress (TMC) directly contested against the Congress and Left parties, who were supposed to be part of the anti-BJP front.

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  Sindhu Reddy to lead IAF's marching contingent at Bastille Day parade in Paris: Who is she? Know her

  July 07, 2023 18:37 IST

  Squadron Leader Sindhu Reddy will be making the nation proud as she will lead the Indian Air Force (IAF) marching contingent at the Bastille Day parade in Paris, France. The event will be attended by PM Modi as the guest of honour.

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  BJP tightens its belt for 2024 Lok Sabha polls: New alliances on the cards

  July 07, 2023 18:02 IST

  Big NDA meet: All eyes are on the July 18 meeting of the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in which some big announcements, including about new allies, could be made.

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  Cabinet gives nod to Data Protection Bill, ensuring privacy rights: Know everything

  July 07, 2023 16:10 IST

  The need for a robust data protection law became apparent following incidents of data breaches and unauthorized use of personal information by entities before stricter regulations were imposed globally.

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  How a political party is recognised as a national party in India | Explained

  July 06, 2023 22:49 IST

  How a national party is recognised in the country and what benefits its candidates get during elections. Let's take a look.

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  Explained: When is ball deemed under control while taking a catch?

  July 06, 2023 16:22 IST

  What does the laws say? A lot of times, such decisions have gone in batting team's favour. Do third umpires also make mistakes? Know all the details here...

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  From Shiv Sena to Congress to AIADMK: List of political parties whose symbol was frozen by EC

  July 06, 2023 16:45 IST

  The Election Symbols (Reservation and Allotment) Order, 1968 empowers the ECI to recognise political parties and allot symbols.

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  Why are relations strained between Pakistan and Israel? | EXPLAINED

  July 06, 2023 14:49 IST

  In a latest development, five Pakistanis were arrested for travelling to Israel, as the former country does not recognise the Jewish state, exemplifying the tense relations between the two nations.

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  NCP crisis: From Yadav vs Yadav to Pawar vs Pawar, 5 times when chacha-bhatija tussle split parties

  July 05, 2023 23:26 IST

  NCP crisis: Indian politicians display multiple shades of drama in a bid to grab power within the party. Even family members resort to engaging in ugly fights for a larger share in the party. Here are stories about 'chacha-bhatija' power tussles.

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  BJP changes party unit chiefs in 4 states. Why it is significant

  July 05, 2023 16:57 IST

  The Bharatiya Janata Party, with an eye on Lok Sabha elections in 2024 made some organisational changes and appointed four new state chiefs for Telangana, Punjab, Jharkhand, Andhra Pradesh.

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  PM Modi's veiled attack on China, Pakistan over cross-border terrorism at SCO meet 2023

  July 05, 2023 9:19 IST

  "Some countries use cross-border terrorism as an instrument of their policies and give shelter to terrorists," the Prime Minister Modi said adding that the SCO should not hesitate to criticise such countries and "there should be no double standards on terrorism."

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  Explained: Why was Jonny Bairstow adjudged out in second innings for leaving the crease?

  July 03, 2023 18:27 IST

  The incident involving Jonny Bairstow's dismissal has hogged the limelight. But what does the laws say? Was the dismissal fair? We have explained here everything...

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  Ajit Pawar's 'power' game stuns Sharad Pawar: How the nephew took a leaf out of uncle's book

  July 03, 2023 17:21 IST

  Several NCP MLAs along with Ajit Pawar lent their support to the Eknath Shinde-led BJP government in Maharashtra which led to a vertical split in the NCP to become the deputy chief minister.

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  Ajit Pawar revolt 2.0: Rebel stories that changed the political landscape

  July 03, 2023 13:17 IST

  Ajit Pawar revolt 2.0: Ajit Pawar's rebellion against his own uncle and NCP chief Sharad Pawar added the latest chapter in the infamous story that displays the grey side of the democracy in which leaders sideline the ideology to grab power.

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  Nephew Ajit serves big Sunday blow to uncle Sharad Pawar: What next for NCP founder leader?

  July 03, 2023 6:32 IST

  With the exit of Ajit Pawar from the Opposition in Maharashtra, Sharad Pawar's next move is anticipated, what he would do to keep NCP standing and moving.

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  Russia: Putin still keeping mum over Prigozhin-led Wagner? Decoding 'mysterious' Moscow dynamics

  July 01, 2023 14:50 IST

  Uncertainty swirls around the fate of Prigozhin and his Wagner private military forces, along with the deal they got from the Kremlin, and what the future holds for the Russian defense minister they tried to oust.

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  France: Violent protests continue over fatal police shooting of teenager - What we know so far?

  July 01, 2023 14:33 IST

  The French interior ministry reported more than 2,500 fires, thousands of vehicles set on fire, numerous stores ransacked and several buildings damaged.

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  Explained: How WI can still qualify for WC 2023 despite having zero points ahead of Super Six

  June 30, 2023 11:33 IST

  West Indies find themselves in really dire straits with zero points ahead of the Super Six. The two-time champions not just need to win their three games but several other results go their way as well.

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  Will Congress take the Chhattisgarh-way to placate Sachin Pilot in Rajasthan? | EXPLAINED

  June 30, 2023 12:21 IST

  Congress in order fight BJP first has to get its own house in order by ending all the internal feuds in all state units

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  Decoding Chandra Shekhar Azad's politics: Why is he seen as Mayawati's replacement in UP

  June 29, 2023 15:54 IST

  Chandra Shekhar Azad's political career does have some matching characteristics with Mayawati yet his organisation is not as deeply rooted as that of Mayawati's and he did not get a mentor like Kanshi Ram. However, he is slowly occupying Mayawati's political space in UP.

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  What is Hindu Marriage Act and its relevance: Details here

  May 02, 2024 11:53 IST

  The law was inspired by the fraud case and the humiliation endured by people in the name of marriage. As a result, the act binds everyone Hindu, Jain, Sikh, or Buddhist and has no bearing on Muslims, Christians, Parsis, or Jews.