August 16, 2026
  • August 16, 2026

J&K poll dates to be announced after final security review: CEC

by on August 10, 2024 0

Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar stated that the Election Commission was committed to holding assembly elections in Jammu & Kashmir as soon as possible. However, the final dates would be determined following a security assessment in New Delhi. Despite recent attacks, security forces assured readiness for peaceful elections. J&K has been under central rule...

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SC grants Sisodia bail, says trial yet to even commence

by on August 10, 2024 0

In a significant decision, the Supreme Court granted bail to Aam Aadmi Party leader Manish Sisodia in connection with corruption and money laundering cases. The bench emphasized that prolonged incarceration without trial would violate Sisodia’s fundamental rights. The court directed him to surrender his passport and report to officials twice a week, rejecting lower...

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Mosquitoes bite into health insurance claims

by on August 10, 2024 0

A study by Policybazaar revealed that nearly a third of health insurance claims are due to seasonal infectious diseases like dengue, malaria, gastroenteritis, and influenza. These claims, driven by poor hygiene and environmental conditions, vary throughout the year, with treatment costs ranging from Rs 25,000 to Rs 1,50,000. Hospitalization rates for such illnesses have...

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‘Most wanted’ IS terrorist held ahead of Independence Day

by on August 10, 2024 0

Delhi Police’s Special Cell arrested terror operative Rizwan Ali, a member of an ISIS-inspired module, at the Delhi-Faridabad border. Rizwan had been on the run for over a year, changing locations frequently. The module had been preparing IEDs and conducting reconnaissance for attacks around Independence Day. A thorough operation is ongoing to capture other...

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Attack on minorities in Bangladesh intolerable: RSS; VHP team meets Shah

by on August 10, 2024 0

RSS voiced serious concern over attacks on minorities in Bangladesh, urging the interim government to protect Hindus, Buddhists, and other minority communities. VHP leaders met with Home Minister Amit Shah, seeking immediate action for their safety. RSS appealed to both the international community and Indian political parties for solidarity and support.

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SC stays ban on hijab by Mumbai college, but says no burqa or niqab

by on August 10, 2024 0

The Supreme Court temporarily halted a Mumbai college’s directive banning hijabs, caps, and badges, but allowed the prohibition on burqas, niqabs, or stoles to remain. The decision came in response to a petition by three students. Senior advocate Madhavi Divan raised concerns about religious symbols in education, which the court agreed to review further...

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