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'Faceless' I-T assessment initiative struggles to deliver

THE Faceless Assessment mechanism is aimed to revolutionise tax administration by enhancing transparency and efficiency.

Islamabad under lockdown ahead of PTI protest

PAKISTAN deployed heavy security forces in the national capital, sealed key roads and suspended mobile and internet services in certain areas as supporters of jailed former premier Imran Khan on Sunday geared up for a protest march towards Islamabad.

Three in custody for rabbi's murder, says UAE

Netanyahu vows to use all means to seek justice; Tel Aviv asks its citizens to avoid non-essential travel to Emirates

3 killed in clash over Sambhal mosque survey

THREE people were killed and around 20 security personnel were injured as protesters opposing a court-ordered survey of a Mughal-era mosque in Sambhal, UP, clashed with police on Sunday.

B'desh to review power projects signed by Hasina

A review committee formed by Bangladesh's interim government on Sunday recommended engaging an investigation agency to examine power agreements signed by deposed prime minister Sheikh Hasina's regime with different business groups, including one with India's Adani Group.

Nil count puts PK in a spot as Bihar polls due next yr

THE Jan Suraaj Party's poor performance in the bypolls for all four seats in Bihar highlights the necessity for former election strategist Prashant Kishor to reassess and refine his strategy, especially with the state assembly elections approaching next year.

Kedarnath win a big relief for BJP in Uttarakhand

THE BJP has heaved a sigh of relief following its victory in the Kedarnath assembly byelection in Uttarakhand.

Absence of SAD from 4 Punjab seats helps AAP

THE absence of SAD in the Punjab bypolls on November 20 has benefitted the ruling AAP, which won three of the four seats.

BJP's tribal tally dismal in J'khand

In the Jharkhand assembly polls, the BJP failed to put up a good show in the tribal-dominated regions despite its narrative that it can protect the interests of tribals.

Former BJP face scripted defeat of MP's forest min

THE big political upset in Madhya Pradesh, which saw veteran OBC politician and forest minister Ramniwas Rawat lose the assembly polls from his bastion Vijaypur seat, has turned out to be a sweet revenge for former BJP MLA Satyapal Singh 'Nitu' Sikarwar.

Dehradun's Rashtrapati Ashiana to be open to public from April next year

IN a move reminiscent of the Mughal Gardens at the Presidential Palace, the historic Presidential Ashiana located on Rajpur Road in Dehradun is set to open its doors to the public this April.

More women vote, but fewer elected in battle for Maha

THE Mahayuti government's Ladki Bahin scheme may have helped increase women voters' turnout in the Maharashtra assembly polls, but only 21 women got elected this time against 24 in the previous election.

'CHINA A WORLD FACTORY, BUT THAT'S A RISK'

In the latest edition of Delhi Dialogues, Dammu Ravi, secretary (economic relations), Ministry of External Affairs, discusses the emerging international challenges for India in the face of increasing tensions involving global powers.

‘Maa Kaali’ to be premiered at IFFI

\"Maa Kaali\" - The Erased History of Bengal, is set for its world premiere at the 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa.

Ahead of session, govt tells parties panels to decide agenda in Houses

The stage appeared to be set for a stormy winter session of Parliament beginning Monday, with the Congress-led Opposition demanding discussions on the alleged bribery case in the US against Adani Group Company, the Manipur violence, pollution in north India and train accidents.

BALANCING THE INTERESTS OF STATE & JUSTICE SEEKERS

In some contexts, the court under CJI Chandrachud's leadership fell short of expectations. There is no point in creating physical spaces and amenities without upholding the essence of justice

THE GORY TALE OF A VARANASI PRINCE

had occasion to revisit the Jatakas recently and was much struck by the ferocity of the Maha Sutasoma Jataka, which is Number 537 in the Pali canon.

BJP, JDS leaders helped Congress win in Channapatna, says DK Shivakumar

A day after the Congress swept the three bypolls in Karnataka, Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, who is also the KPCC president, said that BJP and JDS leaders extended tactical support to Congress candidate CP Yogeshwara, ensuring his victory against NDA's Nikhil Kumaraswamy.

Kin urge govt to expedite steps to trace missing fisher

WITH three days passing since a Kanniyakumari-based fisherman went missing in the sea after a fishing boat allegedly collided with a Navy submarine off the Goa coast, the fisher's family members urged the authorities concerned to expedite efforts to trace him.

NDA govt working to take Odisha to new heights: PM

'Will turn it into one of country's most powerful, prosperous states by 2036'

Candidate selection blamed for BJP's fiasco

THE setback in Palakkad has triggered sharp criticism against the state leadership of the BJP, with senior leaders blaming the unilateral selection of the candidate as the reason for the fiasco.

Probe on after Pudukai man dies in police custody

The death of a 36-year-old man who was detained by police over drug links is under scrutiny by the judicial magistrate.

Close shave for 40 as bus tyres go up in flames

FORTY tourists from Kerala who were returning from Ooty had a lucky escape when the rear tyres of their bus caught fire due to overheating of brake drums at Aruvankadu near Coonoor on Saturday night.

Thiruma turns down invite to share Ambedkar book launch dais with Vijay

VCK chief Thol Thirumavalavan has turned down the invite for the release of a book containing essays on BR Ambedkar which is expected to have TVK founder Vijay also on the stage, VCK sources confirmed.

Rajini hails Janaki for making Jaya party chief

ACTOR Rajinikanth on Sunday said former chief minister Janaki Ramachandran took a significant decision to give up her rights over the party to J Jayalalithaa, realising the fact that the latter was more suitable for politics and for leading the AIADMK.

Victory & defeat normal, we will win in '26: EPS

Palaniswami says AIADMK could win only 2 LS seats in 1980 when MGR was party chief

After 223 years, an evidence-rich history of Veerapandiya Kattabomman's war against British

AROUND 223 years after he was hanged for carrying out a valiant war against the British, an evidence-rich history of the Panchalankurichi wars led by Veerapandiya Kattabomman and his brothers has been documented using the British's own records.

TN, Pondy cops spar over raid at licensed arrack shop

CONFLICT of jurisdiction led to a confrontation between Cuddalore and Puducherry police teams on Saturday after the former raided a licensed arrack shop in Madukarai in Puducherry.

Oppn envies DMK's schemes, wants our alliance to split, says Udhayanidhi

OPPOSITION leader Edappadi Palaniswami is waiting for the DMK alliance to split, but the DMK will again form a winning alliance for the next assembly election, said Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin while addressing a public gathering in Nagapattinam on Sunday.

Tamil has successfully tackled attack of foreign languages, says Stalin

CHIEF Minister MK Stalin on Sunday said language and art have the power to win over any kind of dominance and as such, we have to preserve both like our eyes.