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New Delhi: Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav reacted sharply to the National Democratic Alliance securing a strong lead in the Bihar assembly election, linking the early trends to the pre-poll special intensive revision of voter lists. He alleged that the exercise, conducted by the Election Commission to clean up electoral rolls, had influenced outcomes in the state. Yadav argued that what he described as the “SIR game” would not succeed in other regions, saying the process had been exposed and would face stronger resistance in upcoming elections across West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh and elsewhere. He reiterated that his…

New Delhi: Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir demolished the Pulwama residence of Dr Umar Nabi, identified as the suicide bomber behind the deadly car explosion near Delhi’s Red Fort earlier this week. The demolition, carried out between Thursday night and early Friday, followed the recovery of explosives during searches at the property. Officials said that soon after an intense blast tore through the house, security teams cordoned off the area and launched extended searches to ensure no additional threats remained. A high alert was declared across South Kashmir, with additional personnel deployed to maintain law and order. Forensic specialists…

New Delhi: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday reiterated that those behind the deadly car blast near Delhi’s Red Fort will face the harshest punishment, stressing that the outcome of the investigation will serve as a firm message against any attempt to carry out acts of terror in India. He also extended condolences to the families of the victims who lost their lives in the November 10 explosion. Speaking virtually at the inauguration of the Moti Bhai Chaudhary Sagar Sainik School in Gujarat, Shah said the government is committed to ensuring justice and that the case is being pursued…

New Delhi: India made a commanding start to the opening Test against South Africa at Eden Gardens, reducing the visitors to 144 for 5 by the second session on Day 1. Jasprit Bumrah set the tone with a fiery spell that earned him three wickets, while Kuldeep Yadav struck twice to keep India firmly in control. Tristan Stubbs and Kyle Verreynne were at the crease as South Africa attempted to steady their innings. The match marks the beginning of a significant two-Test series, with India hosting the reigning World Test Championship winners. South Africa have arrived with a balanced attack,…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Ahead of the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI), the North Goa District Magistrate has announced prohibitory measures restricting public gatherings and certain activities from November 19 to 28. The order, issued under the BNSS provisions, bars the assembly of five or more people and forbids organizing processions. It also bans the carrying of firearms and offensive weapons—including lathis, swords, daggers, and spears—along with the use of loudspeakers, slogan shouting, and bursting of firecrackers near fuel stations or event venues. These restrictions apply within a 500-meter radius of all IFFI-related locations falling under the Panaji and…

New Delhi: Lakshya Sen continued his strong run on the international circuit with a commanding victory that sent him into the semifinals of the Kumamoto Masters Japan. The Indian shuttler defeated Singapore’s Loh Kean Yew, a former world champion and current world No. 9, in straight games to secure one of the biggest wins of the tournament. Seeded seventh, Sen produced a sharp and disciplined performance to prevail 21-13 21-17 in just 40 minutes. The result strengthened his positive record against Loh, marking his seventh win in their 13 encounters. Currently ranked world No. 15, Sen has been in notable…

Team Goemkarponn MAPUSA: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday launched its candidate finalisation exercise for the upcoming Zilla Panchayat (ZP) elections in North Goa, holding an extensive meeting of senior leaders and MLAs at the party’s North Goa District office in Mapusa. The closed-door discussions, chaired by State BJP president Damu Naik, continued throughout the day and focused on shortlisting strong contenders for various constituencies while reviewing the party’s organisational presence across the district. Speaking to the media after the meeting, Naik said the selection process was progressing smoothly. “We held comprehensive deliberations with senior leaders and MLAs to…