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Hunter Biden Says His Father’s Cancer Is Worsening
In an interview with the BBC, Mr. Biden said that former President Joseph R. Biden Jr.’s prostate cancer had spread into his bones and was causing pain.
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Government appoints 30 judges to high courts of Calcutta, MP, Karnataka, Madras
The law ministry notified thirty new judges for four high courts on Saturday. Madras High Court received fifteen appointments, while Calcutta got eight and Karnataka six. Judicial officers and advocates were elevated to the benches, with most appointed as additional judges. Over sixty lakh cases are pending across India’s twenty-five high courts. The law minister…
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Captain of turbulence-hit Phuket-Delhi flight may have failed dope test
During a turbulent flight from Phuket to Delhi, the captain of an Air India aircraft reportedly tested positive for psychoactive substances. The turbulence caused a significant scare, resulting in hospitalization for thirteen passengers and four crew members. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation is conducting a detailed investigation, and the flight crew has been suspended…
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Proposed MDR for UPI transactions will be nominal, says government
The government has pledged that the upcoming UPI merchant discount rate will be minimal. This fee will be applicable only to certain merchants and transactions that surpass a designated threshold. Importantly, person-to-person UPI payments will remain free for all users. This initiative is designed to enhance the sustainability of India’s digital payment ecosystem and facilitate…
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Government spending on education below Unesco’s 15% standard
India’s education funding aligns with GDP standards but falls short of public spending goals. Completion rates for secondary schools lag behind national and UNESCO guidelines. This funding pattern emerges as countries shift focus from education financial targets. India’s extensive education initiatives benefit millions of students, yet the sector continues to grapple with persistent challenges despite…
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Rijiju, Rahul trade barbs over women’s quota bill rollout
Union minister Kiren Rijiju called on LoP Rahul Gandhi to back the women’s reservation bill during their exchange. In response, Rahul Gandhi noted that the 2023 bill had already received unanimous approval. He raised concerns about the holdup in implementing the legislation and its connection to the delimitation process. Gandhi insisted on prompt action to…
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6 years after NDA exit, Punjab’s SAD backs delimitation push
Akali Dal president Sukhbir Singh Badal now supports the women’s reservation law rollout. This move signals the government’s potential revival of the Constitution amendment bill. The government is also seeking support from DMK and NCP(SP) for the measure. The bill aims to increase Lok Sabha’s strength by fifty percent. Its timing remains uncertain as lawmakers…
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Senate Bows to Reality, Leaving Trump’s Voting Bill Undone
The summer exit confirmed what had been apparent for weeks: that Republicans lacked the votes to pass the voting restrictions the president has made a top priority.
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Two memorials of 1962 war heroes figure in 27 places formally named in Arunachal
The Union government has formally named twenty-seven locations in Arunachal Pradesh. These places include memorials honoring Indian Army war heroes from past conflicts. Havildar Shere Thapa and Rifleman Jaswant Singh Rawat are among those recognized for bravery. Several strategically important mountain passes and a logistics hub were also officially identified. This action pays homage to…
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The U.S. Is Burning Through Weapons in Iran. Russia and China Are Taking Note.
The Iran war has depleted U.S. weapons stockpiles, resulting in a significant erosion of firepower. A more drawn-out Iran conflict benefits Moscow and Beijing, some analysts say.