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Mira Sen has covered Indian politics and national developments for over a decade, closely tracking elections, national parties, policymakers, on-the-ground developments — and their impact on citizens.

‘Any terror act will be treated as act of war’: Army’s new doctrine under ‘New Normal’, says Lt Gen Manjinder Singh

INDIA

‘Any terror act will be treated as act of war’: Army’s new doctrine under ‘New Normal’, says Lt Gen Manjinder Singh

South Western Army Commander Lt Gen Manjinder Singh says the Indian Army is preparing for terror acts as war, with 70 percent night training and new tech procurement.

Shimla court upholds decision to demolish entire structure of Sanjauli mosque

CITY

Shimla court upholds decision to demolish entire structure of Sanjauli mosque

The court said that the Waqf Board and the mosque committee were unable to provide valid documents to support their plea.

On Sardar Patel’s birth anniversary, PM Modi attacks Congress over Kashmir, Northeast unrest

INDIA

On Sardar Patel’s birth anniversary, PM Modi attacks Congress over Kashmir, Northeast unrest

Speaking at the event, the Prime Minister took a jibe at the Congress government during the years after Sardar Patel's demise.

India, US sign 'ambitious' 10-year defence framework: 'Significant step for our militaries'

INDIA

India, US sign 'ambitious' 10-year defence framework: 'Significant step for our militaries'

India and US have ramped up security ties in recent years amid China's expansionist ambitions in the Indo-Pacific region.

India gives Turkish National Day celebrations in New Delhi a miss

INDIA

India gives Turkish National Day celebrations in New Delhi a miss

The ties have been strained over Ankara’s pro-Pakistan stance during Operation Sindoor and its repeated criticism of the Jammu and Kashmir issue.

Young innovators win Samsung's Solve for Tomorrow 2025 challenge, secure Rs 1 cr to build AI-led solutions

INDIA

Young innovators win Samsung's Solve for Tomorrow 2025 challenge, secure Rs 1 cr to build AI-led solutions

The top four teams — Percevia (Bengaluru), NextPlay.AI (Aurangabad), Paraspeak (Gurugram), and Prithvi Rakshak (Palamu) — have won a collective Rs 1 crore in incubation grants

India wants 'fair and free elections' in Bangladesh

INDIA

India wants 'fair and free elections' in Bangladesh

Bangladesh’s interim government chief Muhammad Yunus says he feared forces 'from home and abroad' to thwart planned general elections.

Haryana University female staff asked to remove clothes to 'prove' menstruation by male supervisors

CITY

Haryana University female staff asked to remove clothes to 'prove' menstruation by male supervisors

The administration immediately suspended both supervisors and ordered that they remain in Rohtak until the inquiry concludes. Police were later called and took the accused for questioning.

Two J&K government teachers dismissed over Lashkar-e-Taiba links under Article 311

INDIA

Two J&K government teachers dismissed over Lashkar-e-Taiba links under Article 311

J&K LG Manoj Sinha sacks two teachers under Article 311 for alleged Lashkar-e-Taiba links; crackdown part of zero-tolerance policy against terror ecosystem.

Day after Rahul Gandhi's 'PM will dance' jibe, Amit Shah's strong counter: 'Neither you nor your mother ...'

INDIA

Day after Rahul Gandhi's 'PM will dance' jibe, Amit Shah's strong counter: 'Neither you nor your mother ...'

On Wednesday too, Shah had said that Rahul Gandhi will "pay the price" for his recent remarks on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and for insulting 'Chhathi Maiya' and her devotees.

Ruckus in J&K Assembly over allegations of corruption, BJP MLAs stage walkout | Watch

INDIA

Ruckus in J&K Assembly over allegations of corruption, BJP MLAs stage walkout | Watch

As the accusation and counter-accusation flew, deputy chief minister Surinder Choudhary, while pointing towards the BJP MLAs, said, “Chor machaye shor”.

Jehanabad assembly election 2025: Constituency profile, key candidates, past winners and more

INDIA

Jehanabad assembly election 2025: Constituency profile, key candidates, past winners and more

Currently, the seat is held by Suday Yadav, the brother-in-law of RJD patriarch Lalu Prasad Yadav.

Raghopur Assembly Election 2025: Constituency profile, past winners and party-wise candidates

INDIA

Raghopur Assembly Election 2025: Constituency profile, past winners and party-wise candidates

In the 2020 Bihar Assembly elections, Tejashwi achieved a decisive victory in the Raghopur constituency, continuing the family’s enduring political influence in the region. He won in 2015 too. Tejashwi secured 97,404 votes, which accounted for 49.8 percent of the total votes cast.

'Urdu most beautiful language in the world': Kiren Rijiju bats for harmony between Hindus and Muslims

INDIA

'Urdu most beautiful language in the world': Kiren Rijiju bats for harmony between Hindus and Muslims

In our democracy, people express their views aggressively, which sometimes creates polarisation. But that is not necessarily bad so long as it does not harm the country, says minister.

Some Amazon workers found out they were fired after early-morning text messages: Report

WORLD

Some Amazon workers found out they were fired after early-morning text messages: Report

Amazon issued the pink slips before the employees reached their offices, a report by the Business Insider said

MAX&CO to make India debut next year as Reliance Brands inks long-term franchise deal

COMPANIES

MAX&CO to make India debut next year as Reliance Brands inks long-term franchise deal

The first store of the Italian fashion brand will open in Mumbai in early 2026, which will be followed by a national roll-out in key metro cities

Lakshmi Mittal's energy firm purchased Russian crude shipped on US, EU-sanctioned vessels: Report

INDIA

Lakshmi Mittal's energy firm purchased Russian crude shipped on US, EU-sanctioned vessels: Report

Guru Gobind Singh Refinery, a major oil refinery that is co-owned by the billionaire and UK resident’s Mittal Energy, had received at least four crude shipments worth $280 million

President Murmu calls Rafale sortie an 'unforgettable experience': 'Instilled a new sense of pride...'

INDIA

President Murmu calls Rafale sortie an 'unforgettable experience': 'Instilled a new sense of pride...'

The President, who is the supreme commander of the Indian Armed forces, flew for approximately 30 minutes covering about 200 kilometers before returning to the Air Force Station here.

'Choose ‘Viksit Bihar’ or ‘jungle raj’: Rajnath Singh tells voters in Darbhanga; slams RJD

INDIA

'Choose ‘Viksit Bihar’ or ‘jungle raj’: Rajnath Singh tells voters in Darbhanga; slams RJD

Singh also targeted Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and RJD’s Tejashwi Yadav, urging them to practise “truthful politics” instead of making unrealistic promises.

Mahua Assembly Election 2025: Constituency profile, past winners and party-wise candidates

INDIA

Mahua Assembly Election 2025: Constituency profile, past winners and party-wise candidates

The constituency is a general seat not reserved for Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs). It is a part of the Vaishali district of Bihar, and it comes under the Hajipur Lok Sabha constituency. The Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), the Janata Dal United (JDU), the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), and the Congress are the main parties in the state.

Extraordinary item from Titanic set to go under auction; may fetch a whopping ...

TRENDS

Extraordinary item from Titanic set to go under auction; may fetch a whopping ...

The collection once belonged to Frederick Sutton, a 61-year-old businessman from New Jersey who perished when the RMS Titanic sank on April 14, 1912.

SIR enumeration forms to be filled from today: How to ensure your name is on the electoral list

INDIA

SIR enumeration forms to be filled from today: How to ensure your name is on the electoral list

Between November 4 and December 4, Booth Level Officers (BLOs) of the Election Commission will visit homes (up to three times if needed) to distribute pre-printed enumeration forms.

‘Nicest looking guy, father figure’: Trump heaps praises on PM Modi in latest India-Pak war boast

INDIA

‘Nicest looking guy, father figure’: Trump heaps praises on PM Modi in latest India-Pak war boast

The US President, who has made endless claims of stopping the war, yet again recalled what happened during May but also heaped praises on PM Modi, whom he described as a "father figure".

India’s Skyroot Aerospace set to launch first private commercial rocket by Jan 2026: Report

INDIA

India’s Skyroot Aerospace set to launch first private commercial rocket by Jan 2026: Report

Hyderabad-based Skyroot Aerospace, founded by two former ISRO scientists, plans to launch its maiden full-scale commercial satellite mission by January 2026

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