Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann announces flood relief; aid for farmers, families of victims

The Supreme Court directed the Election Commission to accept Aadhaar cards as a valid proof of identity for voter registration in Bihar, in addition to the previously accepted 11 documents. The court emphasized that while Aadhaar will be treated as the 12th document, its genuineness must be verified, and it will not be considered proof of citizenship. Want More Context? 🔎

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ANI file photo Thousands of Nepalese youths, led by Generation Z, have protested against the government's ban on 26 social media platforms, leading to clashes with police that resulted in 16 deaths and 42 injuries. In response, the India-Nepal border has been put on alert by the Sashastra Seema Bal to prevent unrest from spilling over into India. Want More Context? 🔎

BJP targets Rahul Gandhi after Congress MP's 'what's done is done' remark NEW DELHI: The BJP criticized Congress leader Tariq Anwar for his dismissive comment on the vandalism of the national emblem at a shrine in J&K, accusing the party of supporting anti-national acts. In response, Anwar acknowledged the wrongdoing but argued that a religious place shouldn't feature the emblem, while local political leaders called for accountability regarding the incident. Want More Context? 🔎

NEW DELHI: The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (Trai) denied Congress' claim that it rejected an application to send SMSes about alleged election fraud in Maharashtra, clarifying that the application was declined by the service provider, not Trai. Congress leaders criticized the decision, linking it to a broader governmental effort to suppress information regarding alleged electoral fraud, particularly in the context of the 2024 Maharashtra elections. Want More Context? 🔎

Divya Deshmukh, rated 2478, stunned Africa No. 1 GM Bassem Amin, rated 2636, with the black pieces (Image credit: FIDE) NEW DELHI: Divya Deshmukh, a 19-year-old chess prodigy from Nagpur, achieved a significant milestone by defeating Africa's top-ranked GM Bassem Amin at the Grand Swiss in Uzbekistan, marking her first win in the open section after a rocky start. This victory reflects her growth and determination to learn from challenges, showcasing her potential in the...