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…

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…

Cincinnati, Aug 10 (IANS) Aryna Sabalenka began her title defense at the Cincinnati Open with a gritty win over former Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova on Saturday night.The World No. 1 battled through a challenging first set, saving six break points before clinching it 7-5. Despite facing constant pressure on her serve, Sabalenka maintained her composure and elevated her game in the second set to close out the match 7-5, 6-1.“It’s always a tough match against her,” Sabalenka said af…

Chennai, Aug 10 (IANS)Actress Anupama Parameswaran, who plays the lead in director Praveen Kandregula’s women-centric film, ‘Paradha’, has now said that the concept of the film was close to her heart and that it was one that she had poured her soul into. Taking to her Instagram page to share the trailer of the film, which was released on Saturday, Anupama Parameswaran wrote,” Paradha has been a dream in the making. A concept so close to my heart, and one I’ve poured my soul into.”Expressing gr…

Mumbai, Aug 10 (IANS) Investors should keep an eye on the developments around the US-India trade deal, quarterly earnings results, tariff rhetoric and inflation data in the upcoming trade week, analysts said on Sunday.Over 1,400 companies including from sectors such as metals, energy and pharmaceuticals are scheduled to report Q1 FY26 results next week, as quarterly earnings cycle comes to an end. Grasim Industries, Hero MotoCorp, India Lease Development, and other major companies are scheduled …

London, Aug 10 (IANS) Any diplomatic solution to the Ukraine crisis must protect the vital security interests of both Ukraine and Europe, European leaders said in a joint statement.The joint statement was made by British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, French President Emmanuel Macron, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, and Finnish President Alexander Stubb.In the statement, …

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) 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…

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…

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…