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BJP fields Neeraj Kumar Sinha in Bankipur assembly bypoll in last minute change; know all about it
Bihar | Jul 10, 2026, 06:41 PM ISTNeeraj Kumar Sinha was announced as the BJP's Bankipur assembly bypoll candidate just after the previous face - Abhishek Sinha withrew his nomination.
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BJP candidate Abhishek Kumar Sinha withdraws from Bankipur byelection race 'due to family reasons'
Bihar | Jul 10, 2026, 06:19 PM ISTSpeaking at a press conference in Patna, BJP leader Abhishek Kumar Sinha has said that he has withdrawn his name from the Bankipur byelection race in Bihar for which the polling will be held on July 30 and the counting of votes will take place on August 4.
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Days after quitting RS, ex-TMC leaders Sushmita Dev, Sukhendu Sekhar, Prakash Baraik join BJP
West Bengal | Jul 09, 2026, 06:57 PM ISTSushmita Dev, Sukhendu Sekhar Ray and Prakash Chik Baraik had quit the TMC and resigned from their positions in the Rajya Sabha after the party's loss in the 2026 West Bengal assembly elections. On Thursday, they joined the BJP in presence of Samik Bhattacharya.
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Shiv Sena corporator Ramesh Mhatre arrested for assaulting doctors at KDMC hospital in Thane
Maharashtra | Jul 08, 2026, 05:56 PM ISTThe violence took place at the municipal hospital in Maharashtra's Thane district after doctors advised the family of a newborn to shift the baby to another medical facility for further treatment. The recommendation reportedly led to an argument.
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One killed, 4 feared trapped after under-construction building collapses in Delhi amid heavy rains
Delhi | Jul 08, 2026, 07:19 PM ISTThe Delhi Fire Service received a call about the collapse at around 4:20 pm and immediately dispatched four fire tenders to the site. Rescue teams launched an intensive search-and-rescue operation, with efforts underway to locate and safely evacuate people feared trapped beneath the debris.
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15 feared trapped after building collapses in Pune's Pimpri Chinchwad amid heavy rain
Maharashtra | Jul 08, 2026, 04:23 PM ISTAt least 15 people are feared trapped after a building collapsed in Maharashtra's Pimpri-Chinchwad area of Pune district on Wednesday.
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Champat Rai's first reaction on Ram Temple row: 'Claims against me baseless, truth will be out soon'
Uttar Pradesh | Jul 07, 2026, 06:24 PM ISTIn an open letter to Ram bhakts, Champat Rai rejected allegations levelled against him in connection with the Ram Temple donation theft case, saying that the truth will be revealed when the SIT probing the case submits its final report, and he will respond to each and every accusation then.
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Who is Krishna Mohan, Ram Temple Trust's interim general secretary set to replace Champat Rai?
Uttar Pradesh | Jul 06, 2026, 07:49 PM ISTFollowing the conclusion of its over two-hour meeting, the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust has announced that Krishna Mohan has been appointed as its interim general secretary, replacing Champat Rai, who resigned amid allegations of theft at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya.
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Rekha Kumari Gupta declared RJD's candidate for Bankipur byelection in Bihar
Bihar | Jul 06, 2026, 11:53 PM ISTThe RJD has fielded Rekha Kumari Gupta as its candidate for the Bankipur byelection in Bihar. Gupta was also party's candidate in the 2025 assembly elections, but had lost to BJP national president Nitin Nabin.
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Champat Rai's resignation accepted by Ram Temple Trust, K Mohan appointed interim general secretary
Uttar Pradesh | Jul 06, 2026, 11:52 PM ISTFollowing allegations of theft at the Ram Temple in Uttar Pradesh's Ayodhya, Champat Rai and trustee Dr Anil Mishra's resignations were accepted by the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust. The development came following a crucial meeting of the trust in Ayodhya on Monday.
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Jalalabad renamed as 'Parshurampuri' by Yogi Cabinet in major decision
Uttar Pradesh | Jul 06, 2026, 06:26 PM ISTJalalabad will now be known as ‘Parshurampuri’, marking a significant identity change for the region. The town is widely believed to be associated with the birthplace of Lord Parshuram.
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Government cracks down on Meta, orders Instagram to remove child abuse-related ads: Sources
India | Jul 05, 2026, 01:02 PM ISTThe Centre has issued a notice to Meta over alleged child sexual abuse-related paid advertisements on Instagram, directing the platform to remove such content immediately.
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Encounter breaks out between security forces and terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Shopian
Jammu and Kashmir | Jul 04, 2026, 10:01 PM ISTThe exchange of fire began after security personnel launched a massive cordon and search operation in the area following intelligence inputs about the presence of terrorists.
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Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam's bail pleas rejected in Delhi riots larger conspiracy case
India | Jul 04, 2026, 05:16 PM ISTA Karkardooma Court has rejected bail pleas of Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam in the 2020 Delhi riots larger conspiracy case. The duo had moved the sessions court after a Supreme Court bench ruled that "bail is the rule" even under UAPA cases.
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Parliament Monsoon Session to begin from July 20, to continue till August 13: Kiren Rijiju
India | Jul 04, 2026, 03:42 PM ISTIn a post on his X account, Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju has said that the Parliament Monsoon Session will be held from July 20 to August 13. Further, he hoped that both Houses of the Parliament will hold 'meaningful discussion' on important issues.
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Trump at it again, claims Iran is 'dying to settle', says US gave them 'week off for a funeral'
World | Jul 04, 2026, 09:49 AM ISTUS President Donald Trump says Iran is now eager to reach a settlement and added that the US delayed negotiations for a week to allow the country to observe a funeral.
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Centre orders Google, Apple to remove apps shutting down batteries in e-rickshaws, EVs in Delhi
India | Jul 03, 2026, 08:02 PM ISTThe Centre's intervention comes after videos flooded social media showing people using smartphone applications named BAT-BMS to remotely switch off the batteries of moving e-rickshaws. The vehicles reportedly lost power abruptly, forcing them to stop in the midway.
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Centre to summon Meta officials over child abuse ads on Instagram in India
Technology | Jul 03, 2026, 05:47 PM ISTThe central government, as directed by Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, has decided to summon Meta officials after a media report claimed that Instagram promotes advertisements promoting child sexual abuse in India.
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Drones, anti-tank missiles among Rs 52,000 crore defence procurement proposals approved by DAC
India | Jul 03, 2026, 09:04 PM ISTThe 'AKASH TARANG' will provide anti-UAV protection to Indian Army's units, said sources, adding that the Defence Acquisition Council has also approved the procurement of Naval Shipborne Unmanned Aerial System (NSUAS) for the Indian Navy.
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RSS calls for impartial probe in Ram Temple donation theft case, urges Hindus to exercise restraint
India | Jul 03, 2026, 03:37 PM ISTRSS general secretary Dattatreya Hosabale has called for an impartial probe into the allegations of theft at the Ram Temple in Uttar Pradesh's Ayodhya, while calling for Hindus to exercise restraint. He also hoped that the SIT will conduct a neutral probe into the matter.