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Tuesday, February 3, 2026
TopicInstrument of accession

Topic: instrument of accession

Hindus, Muslims, Sikhs joined under Sheikh Abdullah to defeat Pakistan, save Kashmir: Nehru

On 25 November 1947, a month after J&K’s accession to India, PM Nehru spoke in the Constituent Assembly, explaining the circumstances that led to India’s military intervention in Kashmir.

The real truth about the ‘Standstill’ arrangement between Pakistan and Kashmir

The contention that Maharaja Hari Singh could not have offered accession to India because a Standstill Agreement already existed with Pakistan is clearly ill-founded.

SC ends 30-yr feud over Rs 20,000 cr royal properties, Faridkot princesses to get lion’s share

SC upheld Punjab & Haryana HC's verdict that the will of Maharaja Harinder Singh Brar, the last ruler of Faridkot, was 'forged, fictitious and shrouded in suspicious circumstances'.

Jayachamarajendra Wadiyar was a ‘maverick maharaja’ who ruled Mysore—and the world of music

A trained classical musician, Maharaja Jayachamarajendra Wadiyar released multiple compositions in 'rare, extant and new' ragas.

On Camera

Why Rahul Gandhi wasn’t allowed to read an excerpt from General Naravane’s memoir

General MM Naravane’s memoir—Four Stars of Destiny—reveals that he was left hanging by political leadership for more than two hours as Chinese tanks drove towards Indian positions.

Floundering PM Internship Scheme has seen 44% drop out since 2024 launch. Budget deals drastic blow

Only 21 percent of interns complete programme as Centre slashes budget by over 50% after poor joining and high attrition.

Adani Defence teams up with Italy’s Leonardo to tap India’s mega helicopter market

The partnership will focus on targeting the Indian Armed Forces' requirements, particularly for Leonardo's AW169M and AW109 TrekkerM helicopters.

Swiss report should now close Op Sindoor debate. Knowing when to stop the fight is key too

The key to fighting a war successfully, or even launching it, is a clear objective. That’s an entirely political call. It isn’t emotional or purely military.