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New Delhi: JD Vance revealed that recent talks between the United States and Iran in Pakistan failed to produce a breakthrough because the Iranian delegation did not have the authority to finalise any agreement. Speaking after the discussions, Vance stated that the negotiating team present at the talks was unable to conclude a deal independently and would need approval from senior leadership in Tehran. This limitation, he indicated, was a key reason why the negotiations ended without any concrete outcome. He noted that the United States had clearly outlined its expectations and non-negotiable conditions during the discussions. Despite the setback,…

New Delhi: Fugitive businessman Nirav Modi has been granted anonymity by the European Court of Human Rights, effectively placing his extradition case under confidentiality and out of public scrutiny. The decision means that details of the proceedings will not be disclosed, and hearings will be conducted privately. With anonymity in place, the court has indicated that it cannot share any information regarding the case, including updates or filings. A hearing on Modi’s plea is expected in the coming weeks, during which India’s investigating agency, the Central Bureau of Investigation, is also likely to present its arguments. A verdict could follow…

New Delhi: Nitish Kumar has resigned as the Chief Minister of Bihar, bringing to a close a long and influential tenure that spanned nearly two decades. The veteran leader submitted his resignation to Governor Syed Ata Hasnain after dissolving his cabinet, marking a major political transition in the state. Soon after stepping down, Kumar assured that he would continue to support the incoming administration. He expressed confidence that the new government would carry forward development work and emphasised that Bihar would continue progressing under fresh leadership with his guidance. Kumar’s resignation comes shortly after he assumed office as a member…

New Delhi: Samrat Choudhary has been officially named the new Chief Minister of Bihar, becoming the first leader from the Bharatiya Janata Party to hold the state’s top position. His swearing in ceremony is expected to take place soon, with Narendra Modi likely to be in attendance. The decision was finalised after Choudhary was unanimously elected as the BJP legislature party leader, marking a significant political shift in a state where the party had long remained a junior partner. With this development, the BJP now leads governments across most major Hindi heartland states, adding Bihar to its list. Outgoing Chief…

New Delhi: Union Home Minister Amit Shah has described the Women’s Reservation Bill as a “historic” and timely reform, urging broad support for its swift implementation. Emphasising the importance of greater female participation in governance, he stated that the legislation reflects the rightful place of women in shaping national policy and strengthening the country’s future. Highlighting the government’s commitment, Shah noted that the initiative is aimed at empowering women and ensuring their meaningful representation in legislative bodies. He called on all sections of society to come together and back what he termed a transformative step for the nation. Defence Minister…

New Delhi: A US-sanctioned tanker was forced to reverse course and return to the Strait of Hormuz after failing to pass through a newly imposed maritime blockade, highlighting escalating tensions in a critical global shipping corridor. The vessel, Rich Starry, had exited the Gulf a day earlier but was unable to proceed further, according to shipping movement data. The blockade, announced by US President Donald Trump following unsuccessful peace negotiations with Iran in Islamabad, has already begun to disrupt maritime activity in the region. Within the first 24 hours of enforcement, no vessels successfully crossed the restricted zone. Several ships…

Team Goemkarponn Margao: The Navelim village panchayat has decided to approach the authorities seeking revocation of a construction licence issued for a housing project at Ratawaddo, following objections raised by residents over alleged procedural lapses and lack of proper road access. At a special meeting held on Monday, the panchayat resolved to request the additional director of panchayats, South Goa, to cancel the licence granted by the panchayat secretary. Members also agreed to demand a joint inspection of the project site after residents claimed that the Town and Country Planning clearance was issued without ensuring a six metre wide access…