Türkiye, Armenia ease visa rules for diplomats from 2026

In a landmark move, Türkiye and Armenia have agreed to ease visa procedures for diplomatic and special passport holders from January 1, 2026. This step is seen as a key confidence-building measure in their normalisation process. Read more.

Bullet Train Cost Doubles to Rs 1.98 Lakh Crore

India's ambitious Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project cost is set to almost double to Rs 1.98 lakh crore. The first section is slated to open on August 15, 2027. Read the full details.

7 Shiv Sena (Shinde) Candidates Win Unopposed in Thane

In a significant pre-poll development, seven candidates from the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena have been declared winners unopposed in the Thane Municipal Corporation elections. Read the full details and implications.

Final tunnel for bullet train project completed in Delhi

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw witnessed the final breakthrough of a key bullet train tunnel in Delhi. The excavation, completed in 18 months, used advanced drill and blast methods. Read more on this major infrastructure achievement.

Ajay Chautala Warns Rulers of Sri Lanka-Like Fate

JJP leader Ajay Chautala's controversial warning to Haryana's rulers, citing public anger seen in Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Nepal, triggers a major political row. Read the full story.

Karnataka CM Stands Firm on 'Vote Theft' Allegation

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah asserts a survey doesn't disprove Congress's 'vote theft' claim against BJP. He defends the guarantee schemes and criticizes the opposition's narrative ahead of Lok Sabha polls.

Sena UBT-MNS promise Rs 1500 aid for women domestic workers

Shiv Sena (UBT) and MNS alliance unveils key BMC poll promises: Rs 1,500 monthly aid for women domestic workers, property tax relief for homes up to 700 sq ft, and youth self-employment schemes. Read their full roadmap for Mumbai.

CPI(M) Concerned Over Eroding Hindu Vote in Kerala

Kerala's CPI(M) faces a political challenge as key Hindu groups SNDP and NSS adopt a 'right distance' stance on the Sabarimala gold row ahead of crucial Assembly elections. Read the full analysis.

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