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ED officials say no proof on Naidu yet as agency freezes Rs 23.54-cr assets in AP skill development scam

Assets attached linked to Siemens Industry Software (India) & DesignTech Systems executives. CM Chandrababu Naidu was arrested by CID in connection with the scam & granted bail last yr.

‘Not joining J&K govt as BJP’s statehood promise remains unfulfilled,’ says state Congress chief

The Congress had gone to polls as an ally of Omar Abdullah’s National Conference, but only managed to win 6 seats to NC’s 42.

Omar Abdullah set to take oath as J&K CM today

This will be the first elected government in Jammu and Kashmir since the abrogation of Article 370 and the reorganisation of the former state into two Union Territories.

‘Being CM of Union Territory has its own challenges,’ says Omar Abdullah before taking oath

National Conference chief says he looks forward to working with the central govt, restoring statehood of Jammu and Kashmir.

BJP member who ‘slapped’ party MLA in UP suspended as controversy takes Thakur-vs-OBC turn

BJP’s move seen as damage control attempt to pacify Kurmi community, which accounts for 15 percent of the population of Tarai belt. SP backs MLA, says he was 'insulted' because of caste.

Why stakes are high for BJP & INDIA bloc as Maharashtra, Jharkhand go to polls

The elections, soon after assembly results from Haryana and J&K, are likely to have a bearing on the cohesiveness of the opposition alliance & be a verdict on the BJP’s strategies.

No joint meeting on Manipur, home ministry holds separate talks with Kuki-Zo MLAs & Meitei, Naga MLAs

Kuki-Zo MLAs requested pvt meeting with MHA, stating they didn't want to hold discussions with Meitei MLAs without consulting their constituents. MHA says joint meeting will be held soon.

7 Maharashtra MLCs sworn in hours before poll code kicked in. Who they are & what’s behind move

The MLCs were sworn in despite a pending court plea over previous govt's nominations. Of the 7, BJP proposed 3 names, while Shinde-led Shiv Sena & Ajit Pawar’s NCP suggested 2 each.

BJP gears up for Jharkhand Polls, party’s CEC to meet today

New Delhi , October 15 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Central Election Committee meeting will discuss the names of candidates for the Jharkhand...

Election Commission to announce assembly poll dates for Maharashtra, Jharkhand today

The term of Maharashtra Assembly ends on 26 November, while that of Jharkhand on 5 January, 2025.

On Camera

Operation Meghdoot—when Indian soldiers walked through clouds to beat Pakistan at Saltoro Heights

Tactical and ground conditions, the wait for all loose ends to tie up, festive fervour, and regimental spirit—all had some part to play in 13 April being chosen as the D-day.

Fuel shock hits Asia’s rice bowl as farmers cut planting

War-driven surge in fuel and fertilizer costs forces farmers across Southeast Asia to delay harvests, scale back sowing and risk lower output.

Information warfare, space & cyber expert Lt Gen Susan Coyle is Australia’s first woman army chief

Coyle will take over from Gen Simon Stuart following his retirement. Australian navy chief Mark Hammond, a submariner, will now head nation’s Defence Force.

The world’s in a flux. India must reform, consolidate & build a strong economy

We now live in a world order that will keep shifting. India must use this window. This also means we remain disciplined enough not to be knee-jerked into reacting to what Pakistan sees as its moment in the sun.