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Maharashtra Civic Polls: Akshay Kumar Votes, Urges Citizens to Exercise Franchise as BMC Elections Underway

Mumbai: As voting is underway across Maharashtra for elections to 29 municipal corporations, including the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar on Thursday appealed to citizens to actively participate in the democratic process and exercise their right to vote. Speaking to reporters after casting his vote, Akshay Kumar said, “I would like to

Indian-American Leader Backs Trump’s Visa Pause, Cites Security Concerns Over Pakistan, Bangladesh

Washington: Indian American community leader Jasdip Singh Jassee has welcomed President Donald Trump’s decision to pause immigrant visa processing for 75 countries, stating that the inclusion of Pakistan and Bangladesh highlights serious gaps in vetting mechanisms and long-standing national security concerns. Following the US government’s announcement, Jassee said the move was consistent with President Trump’s

Nepali Congress SGC Elects Gagan Thapa President Hours After Deuba Faction Expels Him

Kathmandu: In a dramatic political development, a controversially held Special General Convention (SGC) of the Nepali Congress elected Gagan Thapa as the party’s new president, just hours after a faction led by former Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba announced his expulsion from the party. At midnight on Wednesday, the SGC also elected other members of

PM Modi Celebrates Makar Sankranti by Feeding Decorated Cows at Delhi Residence

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked the auspicious occasion of Makar Sankranti by feeding cows at his residence in the national capital. A video widely shared on social media showed the Prime Minister standing on the lawn and offering food to colourfully decorated cows, drawing widespread attention online. The visuals drew reactions from several

Maharashtra Local Polls: Senior Citizen Voices Voting Woes to Hema Malini

Mumbai: During the ongoing Maharashtra local body elections on Thursday, a senior citizen who has lived in the area for over 60 years expressed his frustration over the voting process directly to actress-turned-politician Hema Malini, highlighting concerns faced by voters during the polls. While Hema Malini addressed the media after casting her vote, an elderly

US Funding Bill Seeks to Withhold Pakistan Aid Over Dr Shakil Afridi Case

Washington: A US funding bill for the fiscal year 2026 proposes to withhold a portion of American assistance to Pakistan, according to the text of legislation introduced in the House of Representatives. The bill says that of the funds made available for Pakistan, $33 million “shall be withheld from obligation” until the Secretary of State

Municipal Corporation Elections: Polling Begins in 29 Civic Bodies Including BMC; Voting Till 5:30 PM

Mumbai: Polling for elections to 29 municipal corporations, including the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), began at 7:30 a.m. and will continue until 5:30 p.m. While elections were scheduled for 2,869 seats, voting is being held for 2,801 seats after 68 candidates were elected unopposed, including several in the BMC. No polling will occur for these

Over 50% of Tech, Banking Firms in India, US Plan to Boost Hiring in India in 2026: Report

New Delhi: Around 52 per cent of technology and banking professionals in India and the United States said their companies are planning to increase hiring in India in 2026, highlighting strong confidence in the country’s talent pool, according to a report released on Wednesday. The report from the anonymous community app for professionals, Blind, said

BHASHINI Shifts to AI-Powered Language Platform, Boosts Inclusive Digital Access

New Delhi: India’s national language AI platform BHASHINI has transitioned from rule-based systems to advanced AI-driven engines, enabling wider access to language services for all citizens and accelerating the country’s push towards full societal and digital inclusivity, senior government officials said. The Digital India BHASHINI Division at IT Ministry organised ‘BHASHINI Samudaye: Strengthening India’s Language

US Designates Muslim Brotherhood Branches as Terrorist Groups, Cites Hamas Links

Washington: The United States has designated the Egyptian, Lebanese and Jordanian branches of the Muslim Brotherhood as terrorist organisations, citing alleged support for Hamas, a move expected to trigger sweeping sanctions against one of the Arab world’s oldest and most influential Islamist movements. The decision, which Washington formally initiated in November last year, will trigger

Tag: politics

Maharashtra Civic Polls: Akshay Kumar Votes, Urges Citizens to Exercise Franchise as BMC Elections Underway

Indian-American Leader Backs Trump’s Visa Pause, Cites Security Concerns Over Pakistan, Bangladesh

Nepali Congress SGC Elects Gagan Thapa President Hours After Deuba Faction Expels Him

PM Modi Celebrates Makar Sankranti by Feeding Decorated Cows at Delhi Residence

Maharashtra Local Polls: Senior Citizen Voices Voting Woes to Hema Malini

US Funding Bill Seeks to Withhold Pakistan Aid Over Dr Shakil Afridi Case

Municipal Corporation Elections: Polling Begins in 29 Civic Bodies Including BMC; Voting Till 5:30 PM

Over 50% of Tech, Banking Firms in India, US Plan to Boost Hiring in India in 2026: Report

BHASHINI Shifts to AI-Powered Language Platform, Boosts Inclusive Digital Access

US Designates Muslim Brotherhood Branches as Terrorist Groups, Cites Hamas Links

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