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Chennai: Tamil Nadu Leader of the Opposition Udhayanidhi Stalin was arrested on Tuesday after police registered a case over his alleged remarks involving actor Trisha during a political rally, triggering a fresh political controversy in the state. The case includes two non bailable provisions, making the legal proceedings against the DMK leader more significant. Among the charges invoked are Section 196 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), which relates to promoting enmity between different groups, and Section 4 of the Tamil Nadu Prohibition of Harassment of Women Act, which deals with harassment of women. In non bailable offences, bail is…

New Delhi: BJP National President Nitin Nabin on Monday accepted the verdict of the recent Assembly by-elections, saying the party would undertake a detailed review of its defeats in Bankipur and Datia while working to rebuild public confidence. Reacting to the results, Nabin thanked voters in Manjalpur, Gujarat, where the BJP successfully retained the Assembly seat, and congratulated party workers for their efforts. He said the party respects the people’s mandate and would carefully assess the reasons behind the setbacks in Bihar and Madhya Pradesh. Acknowledging the losses, Nabin said the BJP did not receive the expected mandate in Bankipur…

Ranchi: Hundreds of students continued their protest for the sixth consecutive day in Ranchi over alleged irregularities in recruitment examinations conducted by the Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) and the Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC). The protesters are demanding a CBI investigation, cancellation of the 14th JPSC preliminary examination, and comprehensive reforms in the state’s recruitment process. The indefinite sit-in at Jaipal Singh Munda Stadium has gained momentum, with student leader Devendra Nath Mahto launching a hunger strike in support of the movement. He has called for investigations by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and the Enforcement Directorate (ED)…

Dhaka: Bangladesh has urged India to clarify its position over reports that former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina is set to deliver a virtual address from New Delhi on August 5, warning that political activities by the ousted leader from Indian territory could have an adverse impact on bilateral ties. Bangladesh’s State Minister for Foreign Affairs, Shama Obaed Islam, said Dhaka expects India to explain its stance on the reported event, which is scheduled to coincide with the second anniversary of the fall of Hasina’s government. She stressed that Bangladesh wants relations with India to improve and hopes both countries will…

Patna: Jan Suraaj founder Prashant Kishor described his landmark victory in the Bankipur Assembly bypoll as a “wake up call” for Prime Minister Narendra Modi, saying Bihar now needs leadership that prioritises education, employment and curbing migration instead of politics driven by power. Making his electoral debut, Kishor defeated BJP candidate Neeraj Kumar by more than 19,000 votes, ending the party’s uninterrupted hold over the Bankipur constituency since 1995. The result also marked Jan Suraaj’s first ever seat in the Bihar Assembly. Calling the verdict a significant political message, Kishor said the outcome reflected the aspirations of voters seeking a…

Guwahati: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced a long term rehabilitation plan for some of the state’s worst flood affected villages, saying immediate relief measures alone will not be enough to help families rebuild their lives after the devastating floods. During a visit to the severely affected districts of Sivasagar and Charaideo, the Chief Minister assessed the extensive damage and interacted with residents whose homes and livelihoods were destroyed by floodwaters. In Nepalikhuti, Sarma travelled by tractor after damaged roads became inaccessible to regular vehicles, highlighting the scale of destruction in the region. After meeting affected families, Sarma…

Srinagar: Security agencies have issued a fresh advisory to forces deployed across Jammu and Kashmir following two recent terror attacks, with vulnerable areas and key routes identified amid concerns over renewed militant activity in the region. The advisory directs security personnel to avoid isolated or single-person deployments and suspend all non essential personal movement in sensitive locations. Forces have also been instructed to strictly follow standard operating procedures while conducting vehicle checks and patrols, avoiding unsanctioned stops or casual movement in high risk areas. Security has been significantly strengthened across the identified locations, while search and surveillance operations have been…