IAS officers’ association defends Chief Election Commissioner amid controversy over vote theft allegations | India News

NEW DELHI: The IAS Officers’ Association on Friday said it “strongly deprecates” the “unwarranted criticism” and “personal attacks” against Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar and his family members, who are also civil servants, amid allegations of ‘vote theft’ by certain Opposition leaders.In a post on X, the association said such personal attacks are unconnected…

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India-Bangladesh ties: DG-level talks in Dhaka this week; will discuss trans-border crimes | India News

AI Image used for representative purpose NEW DELHI: Border Security Force (BSF) chief Daljit Singh Chawdhary will visit Dhaka between August 25 and 28 for DG-level talks with his Bangladeshi counterpart, Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) chief Major Gen Mohammad Ashrafuzzaman Siddiqui, during which they will discuss border-related issues and better coordination between the two border…

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Ethanol-blended petrol push: PIL in Supreme Court challenges nationwide sale of E20; claims ‘engines are suffering’ | India News

NEW DELHI: A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) has been filed in the Supreme Court against the nationwide rollout of 20% Ethanol Blended Petrol (E20), claiming that millions of motorists are being forced to use fuel their vehicles are not designed for.The plea, filed by advocate Akshay, has sought directions to the Ministry of Petroleum &…

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Life after resignation: Where is Jagdeep Dhankhar? Playing table tennis, practicing yoga | India News

NEW DELHI: As the opposition is busy guessing former Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar’s whereabouts, he is keeping himself busy playing table tennis and practicing yoga, news agency PTI reported.Almost a month after he abruptly resigned from his post on the first day of the Monsoon Session, people in the know of his routine said he regularly…

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‘Entire country knows he steals votes’: Rahul Gandhi’s big charge on PM Modi; Bihar yatra reaches Bhagalpur | India News

Rahul Gandhi during Voter Adhikar Yatra (PTI image) NEW DELHI: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday mounted a scathing attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the BJP-led NDA government, accusing them of attempting ‘vote theft’ in Bihar and betraying the country’s youth with policies that ‘destroy employment opportunities.’Addressing a massive public rally in Bhagalpur…

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Siddaramaiah, Shivakumar to join Rahul Gandhi’s ‘Voter Adhikar Yatra’ in Bihar | India News

Voter Adhikar Yatra in Bihar (PTI image) BENGALURU: Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy chief minister DK Shivakumar will join Congress leader Rahul Gandhi‘s 16-day-long ‘Voter Adhikar Yatra’ in Bihar.While Shivakumar will take part in the march on Saturday and Sunday, Siddaramaiah will join on August 29.“Rahul Gandhi ji is taking out a 16-day-long yatra…

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PM Modi to visit Japan on August 29; next stop China for SCO summit – key details | India News

Xi Jinping, Narendra Modi and Shigeru Ishiba (Image/Agencies) NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Japan after receiving invitation from Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba. He will later travel to China to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Tianjin.He will travel to both nations from August 29 to September 1…

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India’s space story: Isro shows how Bharatiya Antariksh Station will look; to support space tourism | India News

NEW DELHI: Isro unveiled a model of the Bharatiya Antariksh Station (BAS) module, on the occassion of the national Space Day celebrations held at Bharat Mandapam on Friday.The BAS, which will be India’s first home-built space station, is set to have its first module launched by 2028. This will place India among a select group…

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Colon cancer on the rise among youngsters: 5 warning symptoms that should not be ignored |

Colon cancer, a leading cause of cancer-related deaths, is increasingly affecting younger individuals. Those born in 1990 face twice the risk compared to those born in 1950. Changes in bowel habits, rectal bleeding, abdominal pain, unexplained weight loss, and persistent fatigue are crucial warning signs. Early diagnosis and awareness are vital for improved treatment outcomes…

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