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    Mentally challenged minor raped, murdered in Jharkhand; public outrage sparks protests

    Palamu (Jharkhand): A horrific crime has occurred in Jharkhand’s Palamu area, where a 12-year-old mentally challenged girl was raped and brutally murdered, officials reported on Thursday. The child’s body was discovered late Wednesday night inside the home of the accused, Tinku Sharma. News of the incident spread rapidly, leading to outraged locals gathering to confront.

    PM Modi arrives in Bangkok to enthusiastic welcome by Indian diaspora

    Bangkok: Prime Minister Narendra Modi landed in Bangkok on Thursday to a hearty welcome from the Indian diaspora, who cheered him with chants of “Modi Modi” and “Vande Mataram.” Upon his arrival, he was greeted at the airport by Thailand’s Deputy Prime Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit and other senior officials. PM Modi is in Thailand to.

    SBI, Citi unveil $295 million social loan to empower local smallholder farmers in India

    Mumbai: The State Bank of India (SBI) and Citi have announced a social loan initiative amounting to $295 million aimed at supporting smallholder farmers in India. This funding is specifically designed to enhance agricultural productivity and improve the financial health of smallholder farmers, as stated in a joint announcement from the banks. SBI plans to.

    Security Forces recover arms, ammunition, and explosives in search operations across Manipur

    Imphal: Over the past 24 hours, security forces in Manipur have recovered a substantial cache of arms, ammunition, and explosives while apprehending several members of insurgent groups and drug traffickers, according to a statement from Manipur Police on Wednesday. The police indicated that while the situation in the state remains tense, it is currently under.

    Delhi Minister Parvesh Verma inspects road conditions following heavy rains

    New Delhi, May 3: Delhi experienced the second-highest rainfall since 1901, with 78 mm recorded on Friday morning, causing waterlogging in several areas across the National Capital Region. The highest rainfall on record was 119.3 mm in 2021. Delhi Minister Parvesh Verma, along with BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj, inspected road conditions in Golf Links amid the.

    Lok Sabha passes Waqf (Amendment) Bill after marathon debate

    New Delhi: The Lok Sabha engaged in a marathon debate on Wednesday over the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, with discussions lasting nearly 12 hours before the bill was ultimately passed in the early hours of Thursday. It received approval with a majority of 288 votes against 232. During the debate, Union Home Minister Amit Shah criticized.

    IAF pilot killed, another critical as Jaguar fighter jet crashes in Gujarat

    New Delhi: An Indian Air Force (IAF) pilot tragically lost his life, and another was critically injured when their two-seater Jaguar fighter jet crashed near Jamnagar Airfield in Gujarat, as confirmed by the IAF on Thursday. The incident took place late Wednesday night in Suvarda village, approximately 12 km from Jamnagar city. The aircraft, which.

    Most draconian Waqf section 40 to be done away with: Kiren Rijiju

    New Delhi: Union Minister for Minority Affairs Kiren Rijiju announced on Wednesday that the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025, intends to repeal Section 40 of the 1995 Act, which had previously given Waqf Boards authority over property decisions. Rijiju labeled this section as the “most draconian law,” stating that it has now been abolished. He explained.

    Two women Maoists killed in encounter near tiger reserve in MP

    Bhopal: Two female Maoists were neutralized in a significant encounter near the Kanha Tiger Reserve in Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh. According to police sources, both women were involved in various Maoist activities, and authorities recovered a substantial cache of weapons from the scene. Director General of Police Kailash Makwana confirmed the encounter on his X.

    Fugitive terrorist in Jaipur serial blast conspiracy arrested in Ratlam

    Gandhinagar: The Gujarat government has announced an extension of the deadline for purchasing pigeon pea (tur dal) at the Minimum Support Price (MSP) until April 30. Under the direction of state Agriculture Minister Raghavji Patel, this extension aims to ensure that no farmer in the state misses the chance to sell their produce at a.

    Gujarat govt extends tur dal purchase deadline till April 30

    Gandhinagar: The Gujarat government has announced an extension of the deadline for purchasing pigeon pea (tur dal) at the Minimum Support Price (MSP) until April 30. Under the direction of state Agriculture Minister Raghavji Patel, this extension aims to ensure that no farmer in the state misses the chance to sell their produce at a.