China map issue serious, PM must speak on it, says Rahul; BJP retorts

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As courts sort out jurisdiction, hearing on Balaji bail delayed

Confusion over the jurisdictions of a sessions court and a special court in taking up the bail plea of arrested Tamil Nadu minister V Senthil Balaji has delayed the hearing of his petition although his stay in prison has crossed 75 days. During this period, he has spent five days in custody of the Enforcement Directorate, and the central agency has filed a chargesheet and issued copies to the minister’s side.

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91-year-old gets bail 18 months after killing ailing wife and daughter

Eighteen months after he was arrested for the murders of his bedridden wife and mentally-challenged daughter, a 91-year-old man has been released on bail by the Bombay high court. Justice Makarand Karnik on Friday allowed the bail plea of Purushottam Singh Gandhok, a resident of Sher-e-Punjab in Andheri (East) who was arrested for killing his 81-year-old wife and 55-year-old daughter in February last year.

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INDIA bloc will provide formidable alternative, says Sharad Pawar on eve of meet

The opposition INDIA alliance will come out with a “national agenda” to take on the BJP-led NDA as it meets on Thursday and Friday in Mumbai to discuss its strategy for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Addressing a presser along with Uddhav Thackeray of Shiv Sena (UBT) and Ashok Chavan of Congress on Wednesday, NCP president Sharad Pawar said the bloc would provide a formidable alternative to bring about political change.

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President's call on mercy pleas final, no appeal, proposes BNSS Bill

In what will do away with judicial review of decisions taken by the President on mercy petitions of death row convicts, the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita Bill (BNSS) 2023 seeks to bar appeals against any order made by the President in exercise of the power to grant pardon or commute a death sentence under Article 72 of the Constitution. Further, the courts cannot go into the grounds of the President’s decision.

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China justifies latest map, asks India not to ‘over-interpret’

China justified its decision to release the latest edition of its map, which continued to show Arunachal Pradesh and Aksai Chin as part of that country, calling it a routine exercise and asking India to refrain from “over-interpreting” the move. India had on Tuesday lodged a strong protest with China for the map that was released days after PM Narendra Modi’s meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Johannesburg.

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Udhampur couple gets life term for murdering disabled nephew

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Bhaderwah rajmash, Ramban Sulai honey get GI tag

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India decides to allow export of rice to Singapore in view of special relationship

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Mumbai hotel may lose licence for fire that killed 3

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Chapter on National War Memorial included in NCERT curriculum of Class VII

The NCERT curriculum for Class VII now includes a chapter on the National War Memorial, aimed at instilling patriotism and courage among school children. The chapter provides information on the history and significance of the memorial, as well as the sacrifices made by soldiers. It also includes a fictional exchange of letters between two friends expressing gratitude for the freedom they enjoy due to these sacrifices.

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Manipur cyclist John Gwite completes Paris-Brest-Paris 1,200km cycling challenge in 59 hours

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BJP may go for Lok Sabha polls in December 2023, has booked all choppers for campaigning: Mamata Banerjee

Mamata Banerjee on Monday said that the BJP might conduct the Lok Sabha polls in December itself, claiming that all choppers have been booked by the saffron party for campaigning. "If BJP returns to power for the third consecutive term, the nation would face an autocratic rule. I am apprehensive that they (BJP) could hold the Lok Sabha elections in December 2023 itself. If they return to power, it will make our country a nation of hatred," she said.

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Aditya-L1, India's first solar mission, to lift off on September 2

As Vikram and Pragyan, the Chandrayaan-3 lander and rover continue to do science on the Moon, Isro has set the date for the launch of its solar mission on September 2. Aditya-L1 is the first space-based observatory-class Indian solar mission to study the Sun. It is planned to be placed in a halo orbit around the Lagrangian point1 (L1) of the Sun-Earth system, which is about 1.5-million-km from Earth.

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Congress takes dig at PM Modi's Rozgar Mela, terms it 'gimmick'

The Congress on Monday criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the alleged lack of employment opportunities, saying he is holding Rozgar Melas as he is feeling the "heat of an election year" and to save his image. Addressing a Rozgar Mela this morning, Modi distributed over 51,000 appointment letters to the youth, mostly in the security forces.

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PM Modi distributes 51,000 appointment letters under Rozgar Mela

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday distributed about 51,000 appointment letters to newly inducted recruits in government departments and organisations, under Rozgar Mela, through video conferencing.

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PM Modi to distribute over 51,000 appointment letters at ‘Rozgar Mela’ today

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will distribute more than 51,000 appointment letters to newly inducted recruits on Monday morning. The PM will launch the 8th edition of Rozgar Mela and deliver his address virtually across 45 locations in the country, his office said in a statement.

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PM Modi lands in Bengaluru, says looking forward to meet exceptional Isro scientists

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in Bengaluru, India after his visit to South Africa and Greece. He expressed his excitement to meet the Isro scientists who worked on the successful Chandrayaan-3 mission. India became the first country to land a spacecraft on the lunar South Pole. During his visit to Greece, PM Modi was awarded the Grand Cross of the Order of Honour and both countries agreed to elevate their bilateral ties to a strategic partnership.

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Man injured in low-intensity blast on Jammu outskirts

A man from Jammu’s Chatha area suffered injuries in a low-intensity explosion at his brother’s residence on the city’s outskirts on Wednesday, SSP Jammu Chandan Kohli said.

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Chandrayaan 3 linked companies gain ahead of landing attempt

Just hours before the nation prepares to land a spacecraft on the lunar south pole, Larsen & Toubro (L&T) and other businesses that provided tools and supplies for India's lunar mission plunged on Wednesday. At 6:04 p.m. IST (12:34 GMT) on Wednesday, the Chandrayaan-3 spacecraft of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) will make an attempt to land on the lunar south pole in a mission that is essential to lunar research and the nation's status as a space power.

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Shiv sena workers performs aarti for successful landing of Chandrayaan 3

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Infiltration bid foiled, 2 terrorists killed along LoC in Balakote

Two terrorists were killed by Army troops during an infiltration attempt along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district. Meanwhile, in Pulwama district, two to three terrorists believed to be trapped in Parigam village managed to escape during a combing operation.

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'Historic decision taken to implement state education policy': K'taka Higher Education Minister

Karnataka's Higher Education Minister MC Sudhakar praised the decision to implement a new state education policy, calling it historic. Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar announced the state's plan to create a new education policy, replacing the National Education Policy 2020 (NEP). The decision follows discussions with educational representatives, and a committee will be formed for the new policy.

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Amarnath Yatra to remain temporarily suspended from August 23

“Due to the considerable reduction in the flow of pilgrims and the urgent repairs and maintenance of the Yatra tracks at vulnerable stretches being undertaken by the Border Roads Organisation (BRO), movement of pilgrims on both tracks leading to the Holy Cave is not advisable,” Shree Amarnath Shrine Board said.

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Narco-terror case: SIA Jammu arrests key accused from Delhi

“On May 30, an attempt was made by four associates of a narco-terror module to smuggle drugs and explosives into India from across the border fence in Poonch. The accused persons were intercepted by Army’s SIKHLI with arms, ammunition, Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs), and heroin,” the spokesperson said.

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How Manipur's trans footballers are coaching kids stuck in relief camps

Currently, this team is on a new mission - coaching children stranded in Manipur's relief camps in the midst of an ethnic conflict that has plunged the state into civil unrest since May.

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Daughter made to clean school, man bites off teacher's finger

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This August may be among the driest-ever in India

"August 2023 could potentially experience around 40% rainfall deficit - higher than the 25% deficit recorded in 2005 (the driest August in history since 1913)," M Rajeevan, veteran meteorologist and former secretary in the Union ministry of earth sciences, said on Saturday.

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Srinagar’s tulip garden enters record books with 1.5mn flowers

At the garden on Saturday, J&K administration’s secretary (floriculture, gardens and parks) Fayaz Sheikh was honoured with the certification by World Book president and CEO Santosh Shukla. World Book editor Dilip N Pandit, the J&K director of floriculture, other officers and the garden staff were also present on the occasion.

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J&K Bank dismisses employee from service over allegation of being 'deep asset' of Pakistan’s ISI

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Three tribal men killed as violence erupts in Manipur after two weeks

Suspected militants tortured and killed three Kuki villagers early on Friday in Naga-dominated Ukhrul, shattering a two-week lull in Manipur since the last burst of bloodshed on August 5 and carrying the violent animosity of the ethnic strife raging for 100-odd days to a district so far untouched by it.

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10 Kuki-Zo MLAs to skip assembly session in protest

All 10 Kuki-Zo legislators of Manipur will boycott the special assembly session from Monday in protest against attacks on the community that have left scores dead or maimed and thousands homeless, BJP MLA Poulienlal Haokip said Friday. The session will be the first since the ethnic conflict erupted on May 3.

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Supreme Court asks, ‘Should U-18 sex be decriminalised?’

The Romeo-Juliet law protects the boy from arrest if his age is not more than four years from that of the girl. Under Pocso, consent of a minor is immaterial and sexual activity with the minor would be sexual assault. Under IPC Section 375, sex with a girl below 16 is rape even she had given consent

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LG cites rising film shoots in Kashmir, sees return of ‘80s era’

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Brother of murdered former Merchant Navy officer writes to MEA, seeks extradition of ‘killer’ from UAE

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Verification of SIM dealers mandatory: Centre

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Looking for the best & brightest #Unstoppable21 young Indians

With a young population of 512 million Indians under 21, India is poised to reap its demographic dividend. To celebrate India's youth, the Times of India is launching #Unstoppable21, inviting nominations for 21 Indians under 21 in humanities, science, sports, fine arts, performing arts, social activism and entrepreneurship.

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JEE aspirant hangs self in Kota, 20th suicide this year

An 18-year-old Bihar student was found dead in his Kota PG hostel room, the latest suicide and fourth since the last fortnight. Identified as Valmiki Prasad, the engineering entrant had been preparing for his IIT-JEE exam since last academic session. His last reported activity was a call to his parents on Monday evening to which they replied by arriving in Kota the following day.

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Mind your language: Supreme Court releases gender-just handbook for judges

The Indian Supreme Court has issued a handbook to be used by judges as a guide to gender-just language. The handbook encourages the use of neutral language that avoids patriarchal stereotypes used for decades. Furthermore, the handbook includes a sub-chapter on gender fluidity and discusses harmful stereotypes that can exist with respect to any gender identity. The guide aims to challenge and dispel negative stereotypes and perpetuate discrimination and exclusion.

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BJP poll panel reviews preparations in Chhattisgarh, assembly seats classified into four categories in terms of strength

CEC discussed preparations in poll-bound Chhattisgarh and discussed some seats. Of 90 seats, the CEC discussed the panel of candidates on 27 seats, the sources said, adding that the party has categorised seats into four categories - A, B, C, D - for better planning in its electoral effort.

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PM vows more steps to tame inflation, minimise burden on citizens

PM Modi vowed to undertake more measures to control inflation and minimise the burden on citizens and said India has tried its best to tame price pressures.

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Three killed in Uttarakhand rain fury, Badrinath highway blocked

An intense spell of heavy rainfall between Sunday night and Monday wreaked havoc in several parts of Uttarakhand, leaving at least three people dead and five missing - taking the toll in rain-related incidents in the state this monsoon to 63 with over 20 still untraceable.

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Independence Day: More medals for cops in anti-Maoist operations than those in J&K

Police medals for bravery in fighting left-wing extremism in India are more numerous than for counter-terrorism operations in J&K, repeating the same trend witnessed earlier this year on Republic Day. Of the 954 police medals announced, 125 were for gallantry in combating left-wing extremism, and 71 for counter-terrorism in J&K.

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'Sarpanches' from border areas in Delhi for I-Day, hope 'vibrant village' scheme will create livelihoods & spot migration

Over 200 village heads from border villages across five Indian states will attend the Independence Day celebration at the Red Fort in New Delhi. The village heads are part of the Centre's vibrant village programme, which aims to prioritise development in strategically important villages along the border with China. The programme will provide opportunities for livelihood, as well as facilities such as electricity, solar and wind energy, tourism centres and health and wellness centres. The government hopes to prevent migration and promote reverse migration by generating economic activities in the area.

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Defer decision on mandatory prescription of generic drugs, says IMA

The India Medical Association (IMA) has criticised the National Medical Commission (NMC) over mandatory generic drug prescriptions demanding wider consultation be done before implementation takes place. For doctors not prescribing a generic drug to a patient, the NMC has proposed that penalties will be incurred, however, the IMA believes that this decision will negatively impact patient care and safety.

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Weapons, ammo seized in 5 Manipur districts ahead of ultras' Independence Day boycott call

Weapons, ammunition and explosives were seized during search operations in five districts of strife-torn Manipur as security agencies went into overdrive against the backdrop of militant outfits calling for a boycott of Independence Day celebrations planned by the government across the hill and valley districts.

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'More than enough' troops deployed along LAC: Officials

Ahead of another round of top-level military talks with China on Monday, the Indian defence establishment says there are "more than adequate" number of Army troops deployed in eastern Ladakh, while the IAF is also maintaining a "robust posture" with combat air patrols and induction of new weapon systems like Israeli drones that can carry missiles and bombs.

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CBI to probe 11 Manipur FIRs, SC to monitor

The 11 FIRs involving crime against women and children in Manipur to be investigated by the CBI will be monitored by the Supreme Court. The cases vary from sexual assault, torture, gang rape and murder to the hacking of a mother and son to death and the kidnapping of two students, among others. The Manipur government had said in its submission before the SC on August 7 that seven arrests had been made in connection with one FIR relating to the strip-parade horror video case while efforts were on to identify and apprehend the perpetrators in the other cases.

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Eye on China, PSUs to put 12 hydel projects in Arunachal Pradesh on fast track

The government has deployed three public sector hydro power companies to fast-track 12 languishing hydel projects in Arunachal Pradesh, including the 2,000MW Upper Subansiri project, as a strategic response to China's dam-building spree near the northeast border. Three public sector hydel companies - NHPC, SJVN and NEEPCO, a subsidiary of thermal power giant NTPC - signed MoUs with the Arunachal government in Itanagar for taking over the projects with aggregate capacity of 11,517MW.

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Sedition to go, but ‘endangering unity and integrity of India’ could result in life term

One of the key changes proposed in the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, is doing away with the much-misused Section 124A of the existing Indian Penal Code, which deals with the rather loosely defined offence of “sedition”. The proposed law still provides for stiff punishment for “secessionist, armed rebellion and subversive activities” aimed against the country’s sovereignty as well as its unity and integrity.

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Govt proposes new provision of 10-year jail term in hit-&-run cases, 7 yrs negligent & rash driving causing death

Aiming to deter hit and run cases, the government has proposed a new provision of up to 10-year jail term and fine for offending drivers, if the accused flees from the scene or fails to report the incident to police or magistrate soon after the incident. Currently, there is no such provision in the Indian Penal Code (IPC).

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India to push for troop disengagement in Depsang & Demchok in military talks with China next week

India will once again press for troop disengagement at the strategically located Depsang Plains as well as Demchok in eastern Ladakh during the next round of top-level military talks early next week.The 19th round of corps commander-level talks will be held on the Indian side of the Chushul-Moldo border meeting point on August 14, almost four months after the last round failed to break the deadlock, defence sources said on Friday.

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'Don't use 'dots' in between the letters of INDIA,' spokespersons of opposition alliance told

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Refer to INDIA alliance without 'dots': Opposition tells spokespersons

The opposition INDIA alliance has instructed spokespersons to refer to the coalition as "INDIA Alliance" or "Team INDIA" and create common social media platforms to counter the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led ruling BJP and NDA. With assembly elections coming up later this year, a major issue is to campaign against the ECI Bill, which proposes to bias the selection committee for the Chief Election Commissioner towards the government. The alliance partners are also focussing on forming committees, state-wise captains, and joint strategies to take on the government.

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Gyanvapi survey report only for court's eyes, media gagged

District judge Ajay Krishna Vishvesha warned Thursday of potential legal consequences if news related to the survey of the Gyanvapi mosque in Varanasi is published without proper information from the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), the plaintiffs, and the defendants involved.

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Govt bill in Rajya Sabha seeks to drop CJI from panel selecting CEC, ECs

The Centre on Thursday introduced a bill in the Rajya Sabha proposing a new mechanism to select the chief election commissioner (CEC) and election commissioners (ECs) — replacing the Chief Justice of India in the three-member selection panel with a Union Cabinet minister — in effect giving the government a decisive say in appointments to the poll body.

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Northeast is a piece of our heart, says PM Modi, assures peace in Manipur soon

PM Modi Thursday pledged the country’s support to the people in trouble-torn Manipur, calling the northeast a “piece of our heart”. “India stands with Manipur. This House stands with Manipur,” he said, replying to the debate on the no-trust motion brought against the government.

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100+ houses ‘illegally built’ on railways land being razed near Krishna Janmasthan

Local administration, railway officials and a large number of cops reached areas regarded as “sensitive” near Mathura’s Shri Krishna Janmasthan Wednesday morning with bulldozers and began demolishing over 100 houses in the Nai Basti area, which has a predominantly minority population, that were said to be “illegally developed on government land”.

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