Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah on Sunday firmly dismissed renewed speculation about a leadership tussle within the ruling Congress party, asserting that there was no conflict over the chief minister’s post and accusing the media and opposition of manufacturing controversy where none existed. Speaking to reporters in Bengaluru, Siddaramaiah said the Congress government in Karnataka remained

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Instagram has moved to calm widespread concern after millions of users across the world reported receiving unexpected password reset emails, triggering fears of a large-scale data breach. The Meta-owned social media platform has clarified that the emails were caused by a technical issue and not the result of its systems being hacked, pushing back against

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Union home minister Amit Shah on Sunday laid out what he described as the Bharatiya Janata Party’s “ultimate goal” for Kerala: forming a BJP-led government in the state and installing a chief minister from the party ranks. Addressing newly elected local body representatives in Thiruvananthapuram, Shah positioned the BJP’s recent electoral gains as more than

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Jaipur: A tragic accident unfolded on Friday night in Jaipur’s Patrakar Colony near Kharabas Circle, when a speeding Audi car lost control and ploughed into pedestrians, killing one person and injuring at least sixteen others. The incident, which occurred on a busy stretch of the city, has raised concerns about reckless driving and the dangers posed

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Bhubaneswar: The Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA) has firmly stated that there will be no reduction in the recently introduced ₹500 parking fee at the temple’s guest houses in Puri, Odisha. This decision has sparked discussion among local political parties, tourism stakeholders, and pilgrims, with some expressing concerns that the fee may negatively impact tourist inflow

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Berhampur: Tourism experts have highlighted the need to showcase the unique attractions of states like Odisha and Chhattisgarh to enhance their appeal among domestic and international travelers. The recommendations came during the Tourism Exchange, organised by Tourism India Alliance, held from January 8 to 10 in Gopalpur, Ganjam district. Odisha: Beyond Puri and Konark Rajeev Kohli, a senior executive from a travel firm,

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New Delhi: The Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGI) has issued an advisory warning passengers of potential flight delays due to dense fog enveloping the region on Saturday morning. Authorities have confirmed that CAT III operational conditions remain in effect, requiring all airlines to coordinate closely with airport officials for real-time updates. “Due to persistent dense fog, flight operations continue to

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Kolkata police have apprehended five individuals for allegedly defrauding people by promising loans under the Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana (PMMY). The arrests were made during a raid in the Purba Jadavpur area on Saturday, officials said. Details of the Arrests Nature of the Alleged Fraud Investigation and Action About the Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana

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Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren is set to visit the University of Oxford later this month as part of a broader official European tour, which also includes participation in the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos from January 18 to 24. Officials confirmed on Saturday that Soren will lead a high-level state delegation on the trip. Engagements at Oxford Historical Significance The

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India’s Operation Sindoor, conducted on May 7, 2025, appears to have significantly impacted Pakistan’s defence and governance structure, according to Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan. The operation, a targeted strike on terror bases in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, was India’s response to the April 22 Pahalgam attack, which killed 26 civilians. Immediate Aftermath of Operation

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