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Govt should move beyond rhetoric, claims to improve education, healthcare: Mayawati
BSP president Mayawati raised concerns regarding poverty, inflation and unemployment during an event marking Kanshi Ram’s death anniversary. She emphasised that these issues now resonate with younger generations, specifically Gen Z and Gen Alpha. The party chief reiterated her demand for Bharat Ratna for Kanshi Ram, focusing on his contributions to social transformation. Additionally, she urged party workers to prepare for upcoming Assembly elections in Uttar Pradesh and other states.
Opposition’s SIR stir: President Murmu to meet INDIA bloc leaders at 8 pm today
Leaders from the INDIA bloc will meet with President Droupadi Murmu at 8 p.m. on Friday. This meeting aims to demand the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over alleged electoral roll irregularities. Earlier in the week, opposition MPs staged protests in the national capital regarding this issue. The situation escalated as they shifted their protest location to Raj Ghat following police actions.
'Where is Gyanesh hiding?':Priyank Kharge targets CEC over electoral roll row, alleges manipulation of Form 6 & 7
Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge has launched a strong critique of the Election Commission of India. Allegations include voter list manipulation and mass deletions targeting specific communities. Protests demanding Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar's resignation continue, representing various political outfits and citizens. Congress leaders have highlighted issues in West Bengal's electoral rolls and procedural deficiencies within the Election Commission.
Over 160k already sign up for Huanggang e-channel
The Immigration Department said more than 160,000 people have registered for the “collaborative inspection” automated channels at the redeveloped Huanggang port ahead of its opening on Monday. Under the co-location arrangement that features a "collaborative inspection and joint clearance" model, travellers can complete both Hong Kong and mainland immigration procedures in a single stop. At a press briefing, assistant immigration director Jacky Wong said SAR travellers only have to present either their HKID or home-return permit when going through the automated channels, but they should still bring along both documents. He said more than 160,000 Hong Kong residents had completed the registration on the department's mobile app as of noon on Friday since it was rolled out three days ago. The figure is expected to climb after the redeveloped port opens, Wong added. He called on residents to complete the registration in advance so as to enjoy a convenient boundary-crossing experience. Travellers can also register on-site, Wong said, and his department will arrange sufficient staff for assistance. “We find that the process is smooth and fast. The time for enrolment only takes seconds. We think that it will not affect the whole clearance process.” Authorities said overall clearance time will be slashed from approximately 30 minutes to just five minutes. They also said they will deploy manpower in a flexible manner and arrange additional staff to ensure smooth operation at the round-the-clock port. Edited by Edmond Fong
BJP to question legitimacy of Keralam Assembly amid Congress protest against CEC
BJP state president Rajeev Chandrasekhar announced plans to question the Congress government in Kerala during the Assembly session. He mentioned three BJP MLAs inquiring about the legality of the Assembly after recent remarks regarding the electoral revisions. Meanwhile, KPCC president Sunny Joseph dismissed the BJP’s claims as excuses and defended the electoral process.
Victory smiles on those who anticipate changes in character of warfare: IAF chief
During a seminar discussing modern warfare dynamics, Air Chief Marshal A P Singh pointed out the importance of predicting shifts in conflict to ensure success in today's battlefields. He stressed that air power is essential for defending national priorities amidst global unrest. The seminar also marked the occasion of the 'Tarang Shakti' air exercise, showcasing the Indian Air Force’s transformation into a premier military force since its establishment in 1932.
Kerala launches Tech Keralam brand, IT Parks Affiliation Scheme to boost technology investments
The initiatives aim to connect technology companies, startups, research institutions, investors and infrastructure developers while expanding employment opportunities across the State
South Africa vs Australia 1st Test Day 1: Live score and updates from Durban
South Africa vs Australia 1st Test Day 1: Live score and updates from Durban
Govt likely to finalise critical minerals stockpiling policy in a month
Mines Secretary Keshav Chandra indicated that a policy on stockpiling critical minerals will be announced soon. This initiative is designed to support strategic sectors like defence, advanced electronics, and aerospace. The government plans to establish four dedicated critical minerals processing parks across various states to enhance value addition. A comprehensive list of over 30 critical minerals has been released for essential industry needs.