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Probe panel seeks statements from affected persons

The Commission of Inquiry investigating the police killing of Akshay Shinde, the accused in the Badlapur school sexual assault case, has called for statements from individuals who are \"personally acquainted\" with or affected by the incident.

Court directs NIOS to change exam centre of riots accused

Delhi High Court has recently directed the National Institute of Open Schooling to relocate the examination center for Saleem Khan, an accused in the 2020 Delhi riots conspiracy case, to Mandoli Jail, where he is currently incarcerated.

Delhi HC orders random checks to enforce autorickshaw fare meters

The Delhi High Court on Saturday has addressed a Public Interest Litigation regarding the enforcement of fare meters in autorickshaws.

SC JUNKS NGO'S PLEA ON POOR CONDITION OF MP SCHOOLS

The Supreme Court has recently declined to entertain a plea from the NGO Social Jurist concerning the conditions of state-run schools in Madhya Pradesh.

DELEGATION ADVOCATES UYGHUR RIGHTS AND AWARENESS

IUETO calls for refugee status for Uyghurs in India, emphasising their need for safety and support.

UK Labour Party faces FEC complaint over US election support

It is not unusual for members or supporters of either the Conservative Party or the Labour Party to travel to the US to support their equivalent in a presidential election; in fact the UK has an unsuccessful history of interference when in 1992 John Major attempted to help his buddy George Bush defeat Bill Clinton, he failed and had to write a letter of apology.

HARYANA CM MEETS PM MODI, DISCUSSES DEVELOPMENT

The chief minister discussed key projects with PM Modi, including Gurugram metro expansion and extending the RRTS from Sarai Kale Khan to Karnal.

France seeks Rafale deal with Bangladesh

France is hoping that the new dispensation in Bangladesh will finalise a longawaited deal to purchase Rafale fighter jets as part of a broader effort to modernise the Bangladesh Air Force (BAF), according to sources familiar with the matter.

NORTH KOREA'S GIFT OF TROOPS TO MOSCOW MIGHT BACKFIRE

If the shells and other weapons do arrive, Ukraine will be more than compensated for North Korea's entry into the war and Putin's ruse may be seen to have backfired.

Tsai Ing-Wen's Prague visit: Symbol of Taiwan's defiance against communism

Lack of prudence might be a blow to the task of building an assertive political strategy vis-à-vis China, which applies even more when we have been aware of the blatantly implemented coercive policies of China continue to challenge own Western interests.

Latest poll shows Trump, Harris tied at 48% for popular vote

With less than two weeks left for the presidential polls, the race seems extremely tight with both Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump tied at 48 per cent in the popular vote, according to the final national poll conducted by the New York Times and Siena College.

AMERICA'S MOST CONSEQUENTIAL ELECTION IN A LIFETIME

There is the fear that we are headed for a one-party state depending on the outcome of this election. And I think that is intentional. There's an elite that rules the United States, who thinks they know best. They think they know how people ought to live and how they should think.

America's election and implications

Today, America displays weakness, division, and an embarrassing demonstration of circus-like behaviour. I don't even recognize my country any longer.

Combating the ongoing violence in Jammu and Kashmir

The lack of consensus on the ongoing violence in J&K is evident from the fact that even after more than three decades we have yet not been able to accurately discern its real character and it’s still referred to as militancy’ by some.

India and China soften their stands on border

The simultaneous rise of India and China is not only capable of shaping the new global order but also realising the Asian century.

Hindu unity is not against secularism, it's a necessity

Hinduism is a process and not a result, a growing tradition and not fixed revelation as in other faiths.

A silent resistance is growing in Tibet

The Beijing-recognized Panchen Lama, Gyaltsen Norbu, is seen by many Tibetans as a political puppet.

A four-and-a-half-front war for Israel

With the US pre-occupation with elections and till the time a new President occupies the White House in January 2025, Israel has a window.

Priyanka on crease, BJP begins sledging

An avoidable controversy regarding Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge's presence during the filing of nomination papers by Priyanka Gandhi Vadra at Wayanad has erupted, with the BJP alleging that the family had insulted a Dalit leader by denying him entry.

Reshaping world order in Kazan, the BRICS way

In the picturesque Russian city of Kazan, a new avatar of expanded and revivified BRICS 2.0 was born, with the promise of recasting the international order that is more aligned with aspirations of the Global South.

Taiwan in his sights, Xi pauses on India

A pause does not mean that Xi Jinping has abandoned his impossible objective of occupying more territory at the cost of India.

Democracy, the ultimate antidote to Autocracy

Where an autocrat may cruelly crush dissent and political opposition, a strong leader patiently allows peaceful protests, however long-running, unjustified, and disruptive, and accepts criticism.

Who leaked intelligence on Israel's escalation plan?

The recent leak of top-secret US intelligence documents online has sparked questions about whether one of the Five Eyes (FVEY) intelligence alliance members might have been involved in a deliberate attempt to derail Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's military plans.

How to define the Global South and tell its story

The present volume under review is slim in size, but is packed with star contributors who seek to analyse the issues related to the Global South and lay out guidance for the future trajectory of Indian efforts.

THE CHANGING DYNAMICS OF INDIA-CHINA RELATIONS AMIDST INDIA-U.S. TENSIONS

The decline in India-US relations played a pivotal role in changing the dynamics of the Sino-Indian border negotiations.

BRICS AS THE 'VOICE OF THE REST'

In a world divided between the West and the Rest, Western inability to comprehend a changing world order is giving a common platform for grievances of 'the Rest', no matter the friction between individual countries.

ALL EYES ON PRIYANKA'S POSSIBLE ROLE IN PARLIAMENT

Priyanka Gandhi is likely to win Wayanad, but doubts remain about Congress's gain. Her entry also invites opposition criticism.

TOUGH CONTEST BETWEEN MAHAYUTI AND MVA IN MAHARASHTRA, SAY EXPERTS

Maharashtra's elections are driven by strategic messaging, candidate presence and coalition dynamics.

BJP PLANS RESHUFFLE POST MAHA, JHARKHAND POLLS

PM Modi is reviewing Chief Ministers' performance and may act decisively to boost efficiency, following Haryana's win and prior election directives.

Diwali drives market growth amid 7.5% economic surge

India's Diwali festivities are energizing market momentum, with anticipated high consumer spending and e-commerce activity projected to add to the country's economic growth.