Kolkata, Aug 10 (IANS) The first anniversary of the ghastly rape-murder of a woman doctor of R.G. Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata was observed on August 9; however, many crucial questions remain unanswered even after a year.Those who have been sustaining their struggle in their quest for justice in this case, including the victim’s parents, members of the civil society, intellectuals, and most importantly, the representatives from the medical fraternity, have started demanding answ…

Patna, Aug 10 (IANS) While opposition leaders in Bihar continue to demand detailed drafts of the ongoing voter list revision, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has confirmed that all Booth Level Agents (BLAs) of recognised political parties have already been provided with the updated draft lists.The draft voter list includes the names of deceased, transferred, and dual-entry electors.The ECI has instructed that if any objection arises regarding the verification of a deceased elector, BLAs s…

Hyderabad, Aug 10 (IANS) The Congress party in Telangana is strategising to flag the issue of 42 per cent reservation for backward classes in the local body elections, likely to be held next month. With the BJP-led NDA government at the Centre virtually ruling out assent to Telangana Bills to enhance reservation for Backward Classes (BCs) to 42 per cent, the Congress party is left with no option but to give 42 per cent tickets to BCs in the gram panchayat elections.The recent three-day protest i…

New Delhi, Aug 10 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate 184 newly constructed Type-VII multi-storey flats for Members of Parliament at Baba Kharak Singh Marg in New Delhi on Monday. As part of the programme, the Prime Minister will plant a Sindoor sapling within the residential complex and interact with ‘sramajeevis’ involved in the project’s development.He will also address the gathering during the event.According to the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO), the complex has been designed…

Bengaluru, Aug 10 (IANS) School students from across Bengaluru gathered at the city’s railway station on Sunday to welcome Prime Minister Narendra Modi, expressing their joy and excitement at the rare chance to meet him in person.The Prime Minister is in the city to inaugurate the much-awaited Yellow Line Metro and flag off Vande Bharat train services in Karnataka. Students, holding handmade sketches and portraits of PM Modi, conveyed their gratitude to the Indian Railways for offering them this…

Chennai, Aug 10 (IANS) Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Upendra Dwivedi has shared rare insights into the planning and execution of Operation Sindoor, describing it as a strategic, high-stakes mission that combined military precision with political clarity.Addressing students and faculty at IIT Madras on Saturday, he recounted how the operation was conceived and executed in the days following the April 22 dastardly terror attack in Pahalgam by Pakistan-based terrorists.“On April 22, you are …

Bengaluru, Aug 10 (IANS) Karnataka BJP chief B.Y. Vijayendra said on Sunday that there is a festive mood in Bengaluru, with residents eagerly awaiting the inauguration of the Yellow Line Metro by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This Yellow Line Metro will benefit the people of South Bengaluru and the city’s tech corridor, and everyone is happy and proud. It is not just BJP workers – people across Bengaluru and the state are looking forward to Prime Minister Modi’s visit.Speaking to reporters in Be…

Chennai, Aug 10 (IANS) Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, who has been touring all districts to conduct field inspections, inaugurate completed projects, lay foundation stones for new initiatives, and meet the public, will resume his schedule in Coimbatore district on Sunday after a brief pause due to health reasons. CM Stalin was originally scheduled to visit Coimbatore on July 22 and 23 for inspections and public interactions. However, the programmes were postponed following his sudden hea…

New Delhi, Aug 10 (IANS) As US President Donald Trump slaps hefty tariffs on several countries including India, American agriculture and dairy companies with deep pockets and financial muscles are taking over free-wheeling global markets and aim to do the same with India, according to a new report.New Delhi has categorically said it does not make trade deals under any pressure or deadlines, and there is no chance to compromise on farmers, dairy and agriculture interests.“There is absolutely no…

New Delhi, Aug 10 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday extended warm birthday greetings to Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren, wishing him good health and a long life. “Greetings to Jharkhand CM Shri Hemant Soren Ji on his birthday. Praying for his long life and good health,” the Prime Minister wrote on social media platform X.Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also conveyed his wishes, posting: “Birthday greetings to Shri Hemant Soren, the Chief Minister of Jharkhand. May he be blessed …