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Nitish Kumar cedes key Home portfolio as Bihar government ushers in fresh power dynamics

Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has handed over the crucial Home Ministry to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), marking one of the most significant administrative shifts in Bihar in recent years. The decision comes immediately after Kumar assumed office for a record tenth term, despite his party’s strong electoral performance. A Portfolio Nitish Held for Nearly […]

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Centre Enforces Four New Labour Codes; Major Shift for IT, ITES Sector

The Centre on Friday implemented four new labour codes, marking the most significant reform of India’s labour laws in decades. The government says the overhaul aims to simplify compliance, ensure timely wage payments, and strengthen worker protection across sectors. The IT and IT-enabled services (ITES) industry — one of India’s largest employment generators — will

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Nifty Pulls Back After Nearing Record High; Analysts See Fresh Highs Ahead

The NSE Nifty 50 index eased on Friday after coming close to its all-time high in the previous session. At 11:20 AM, the benchmark was down 100 points, or 0.40%, at 26,090. On Thursday, the index hit 26,246.65 — just shy of its September 27, 2024 record of 26,277. Analysts say the broader trend remains

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BJP Holds Majority in Nitish Kumar’s Cabinet; 9 More To Be Sworn In Later

With Nitish Kumar taking oath as Chief Minister for the tenth time, a total of 27 ministers were sworn in on Monday in the new Bihar government. The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) has formed a cabinet in which the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) holds the majority share of ministerial positions. The alliance has also kept

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Supreme Court Answers 11 of 14 Presidential Queries, Leaves Three Unaddressed

In a significant constitutional development, the Supreme Court has responded to 11 of the 14 questions posed by President Droupadi Murmu regarding the powers and limitations of Governors and the President in the legislative process. A Constitution Bench headed by Chief Justice B. R. Gavai delivered the opinion following an extensive hearing earlier this year.

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Deepfakes Threaten Privacy and Dignity in India, Experts Warn

AI-generated deepfakes are emerging as a serious danger in India — not just as a tool for scams, but as a means of manipulation and public shaming that violate personal dignity and trust, according to experts. These synthetic videos and audios are being misused in a variety of settings: corporate fraud, political smears, and attacks

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Iconic Kolkata Buildings Turn Blue on World Children’s Day to Highlight Child Rights

Kolkata: Several landmark Kolkata buildings, including the Bidhan Sabha Bhavan and the Bengal Chamber of Commerce and Industry, were illuminated in blue on Thursday to mark World Children’s Day and reaffirm commitment to child rights. The Kolkata Press Club and the UNICEF state office also joined the initiative, lighting up their premises in solidarity with

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Nitish Kumar Set to Take Oath as bihar cm for a record Tenth Time

After a sweeping victory in the Bihar assembly elections, Nitish Kumar is poised to be sworn in as the Chief Minister of Bihar for an unprecedented tenth time. The ceremony is scheduled for today at the iconic Gandhi Maidan in Patna, where elaborate preparations are already underway. Ceremony and Crowd Expectations The stage at Gandhi

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against the backrop of hasina verdict, india and bangladesh nsa meet in new delhi

Against the backdrop of one of the most sensitive phases in India–Bangladesh relations in recent years, India’s National Security Advisor Ajit Doval held a crucial meeting with Bangladesh’s NSA Khalilur Rahaman in New Delhi on Wednesday evening. The meeting took place just hours before the Colombo Security Conclave (CSC)–NSA Summit begins in the Indian capital.

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Reliance Jio Unlocks Access to Google’s Gemini 3, Extends Free AI Pro Plan to All 5G Users

Reliance Jio has expanded its Jio Gemini offer by enabling access to Google’s newly launched Gemini 3 AI model for all customers on its unlimited 5G plans. The upgrade comes as part of the ongoing 18-month complimentary Google AI Pro subscription that Jio offers to eligible users. Originally restricted to subscribers aged 18–25, the free

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