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Goa Nightclub Got Green Nod Despite Safety Complaints

The Goa State Pollution Control Board granted a 15-year 'green category' consent to the Arpora nightclub that later caught fire, despite receiving four complaints about illegal construction and safety risks.

Defeated Assembly Candidates Jump into BMC Poll Fray

Six candidates who lost 2014 or 2019 assembly polls, plus two relatives of defeated MLAs, are contesting the crucial BMC elections. Political observers cite high stakes and scramble for tickets.

Bihar Air Crisis: 5 Cities in 'Poor' AQI Zone

Bihar's air quality deteriorates sharply; Patna, Siwan among 5 cities in 'poor' AQI category. CPCB data shows winter pollution spike. Read for details and health impacts.

Australia Puts India in Highest-Risk Visa Category

Australia moves India to highest-risk student visa category, triggering stricter checks and longer processing times. Learn what this means for Indian applicants and the reasons behind the shift.

76-year-old leads senior charge in Mumbai BMC elections

Krishna Mhadgut, 76, is the oldest candidate in Mumbai's BMC elections. He challenges age bias as data reveals only 24 candidates are 70+. Discover the stories of youth and experience shaping the civic polls.

4 Indian Films in Contention for 2026 Oscars

Four Indian films, including 'Jigra' and 'The Buckingham Murders,' are eligible for the Best Picture category at the 2026 Academy Awards. Discover the full list and what this means for Indian cinema on the global stage.

BJP's Mangesh Zhine: From Bill Distributor to Candidate

BJP shocks Akola by picking Mangesh Zhine, a daily-wage worker, over a veteran for a civic poll. This move, seen as reviving the party's grassroots narrative, sets up a high-stakes contest. Read the full story.

SC: Open category is for all based on merit, not a quota

The Supreme Court ruled that reserved category candidates scoring above the general cut-off cannot be excluded from open posts. This upholds equality and clarifies that the general category is open to all based on merit. Read the full analysis.

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