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Category : Politics
Trump's Iran Plan: Precision Strikes Over Bombing, Risks High
Analysts warn Trump's potential Iran operation would use precision strikes, not large-scale bombing, but faces risks from targets in civilian areas and complex tactics.
Canada Minister's Reply on China Partnership Goes Viral
Canadian Minister Melanie Joly's response to questions about China as a partner, after journalists used burner phones during PM Carney's visit, sparks attention without dismissing concerns.
Abu Dhabi Police Arrest Driver for Live Streaming While Driving
Abu Dhabi Police arrested a driver for live streaming on social media while driving. Authorities called the act reckless and warned against distracted driving.
Sanjay Raut Rejects BMC Poll Figures, Fears Draw
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut disputes BMC election results, calling the figures inaccurate and warning that the polls might end in a draw.
Fadnavis Thanks Voters as BJP Nears Maharashtra Civic Polls Win
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis expresses gratitude to voters for a grand BJP victory in municipal elections, citing PM Modi's leadership as key factor in the party's strong performance across the state.
Sena UBT Beats Shinde's Shiv Sena in Thane Home Ward
Shiv Sena (UBT) candidate Shahaji Khusphe wins Ward 13A in Thane, defeating Shinde-led Shiv Sena's Ashok Vaiti by 667 votes in Deputy CM Eknath Shinde's backyard.
Chouhan: Seeds Bill to Protect Farmers with Quality Standards
Shivraj Singh Chouhan says the new Seeds Bill will replace the 60-year-old Seeds Act, ensuring quality and traceability through registration and QR codes on seed packets.
India Advises Citizens to Avoid Iran Travel Amid Unrest
India has issued a travel advisory urging citizens to avoid non-essential travel to Iran and has asked around 9,000 Indian nationals there to leave due to escalating unrest in the region.
Spain Rejects Force in Venezuela, Urges Dialogue Only
Spanish Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares firmly rejects external military force in Venezuela, advocating for Venezuelan-led dialogue to resolve the crisis and protect sovereignty.
India Seeks Consular Access for 10 Nationals in Iran Custody
India's Ministry of External Affairs requests consular access for ten Indian nationals detained in Iran. The move follows reports of crew members from vessel MT Valiant Roar being held.
UPSC Changes 2025 CSE Personality Test Date Due to Republic Day
UPSC cancels January 22, 2026 personality test for some candidates due to Republic Day parade rehearsal. New date set for February 27, 2026 forenoon session. Documents required and other updates included.
Israel Plans to Phase Out US Military Aid by 2034
Israeli PM Netanyahu announces plan to reduce US military assistance to zero within ten years, signaling a shift toward strategic self-reliance amid changing geopolitical dynamics.
Govt Blocks 242 Illegal Betting Sites Under Gaming Act
Indian authorities have blocked access to 242 illegal betting and gambling websites. This action is part of ongoing enforcement under the Online Gaming Act, which aims to protect users from financial harm.
Maharashtra Election Results: BJP Leads Urban Centers
Devendra Fadnavis-led BJP shows strong performance in urban areas as vote counting continues across Maharashtra corporations including Pimpri-Chinchwad and Pune.
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BJP Wins Pune PMC Election 2026, Full Ward List
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has taken a commanding lead in the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) election results for 2026. Check the complete ward-wise winners list, voter turnout details, and seat distribution as counting progresses.
India Advises 9,000 Citizens in Iran to Depart
MEA issues advisories for Indian nationals in Iran to leave the country. Officials monitor the situation closely and facilitate registration for safe return.
Police Defy Court, No FIR Against ASP Anuj Chaudhary in Sambhal
Uttar Pradesh police officials have termed a court order as illegal, refusing to register an FIR against ASP Anuj Chaudhary and others in the Sambhal violence case, sparking controversy.
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Mahayuti Sweeps Maharashtra Civic Polls, Fadnavis Hails Modi
Mahayuti alliance sweeps Maharashtra civic body polls. Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis credits PM Modi's leadership and BJP workers for the decisive victory.
BVA Wins Vasai-Virar Civic Polls, BJP Suffers Heavy Loss
The BVA, with its whistle symbol, secures victory in Vasai-Virar municipal elections, defeating BJP by a significant margin in 2026 polls.
Ex-MLA Kulamani Rout Dies at 78 in Bhubaneswar
Senior Congress leader and former Bari-Derabisi MLA Kulamani Rout passed away at a private hospital in Bhubaneswar. The 78-year-old politician had been unwell for over a year.
Gauri Lankesh Case Accused Wins Jalna Polls
Shrikant Pangarkar, an accused in the Gauri Lankesh murder and Nallasopara arms haul cases, won as an Independent candidate in Jalna Municipal Corporation elections.
Mizo Groups Protest India-Myanmar Border Fencing in Aizawl
Zoro and MZP held a sit-in protest in Aizawl, opposing the Centre's border fencing plan. They warn it could divide ethnic Mizos and damage cross-border unity.
Shiv Sena's Civic Polls Struggle: Shinde Faction Loses Ground
Early trends from Maharashtra's civic body elections show the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena performing poorly outside Thane. The party faces setbacks in Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, and other key urban centers.
Sujoy Paul Sworn in as Calcutta High Court Chief Justice
Justice Sujoy Paul was sworn in as the Chief Justice of Calcutta High Court on Friday. Governor C.V. Ananda Bose administered the oath in Kolkata. Paul will serve until his retirement in June.
SC Rejects Plea on UMEED Portal's Waqf Classification
The Supreme Court dismissed a petition challenging the UMEED portal's classification of waqf properties, stating there is no dilution of rights. The court advised the petitioner to approach the prescribed authority for clarification.
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