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Bengal Assembly elections: ECI announces CAPF deployment even before declaration of poll dates

Kolkata, Feb 21 (IANS) The Election Commission of India (ECI), on Saturday, announced the deployment Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) even before the declaration of the polling dates and enforcement of the model code of conduct for the West Bengal elections.According to a notification issued by the ECI, the deployment of CAPF will be done in two phases, the first on March 1, which is before the announcement of the poll date and the enforcement of the model code of conduct.The second phase of CAPF deployment will be held on March 10, by which time the polling dates will probably be announced and the model code of conduct will be in force.As per indications so far, the ECI is expected to announce the polling days immediately after Holi.As per the notification, there will be a total deplo...

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FIH Men’s Pro League: India go down 0-2 against Spain in their first match of the Hobart leg

SPORTS

New Delhi, Feb 21 (IANS) Indian Men’s Hockey Team suffered a 0–2 defeat against Spain in a closely contested encounter, with the Spanish side capitalising on their chances while India were unable to convert promising opportunities despite sustained attacking intent. Goals from Ignacio Abajo (6’) and Ignacio Cobos (36’), one in each half, proved decisive as Spain combined clinical finishing with disciplined defending to secure the win.India began the match with sharp, quick passing, looking to control possession early, but Spain’s counter-attacking approach proved effective. Ignacio Abajo (6’) capitalised on one such move, neatly deflecting the ball into the net to hand Spain an early lead. Unfazed by the setback, India stayed committed to their structure, circulating the ball swiftly throu...

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Goa has 10.57 lakh voters after revision as EC publishes final electoral roll

INDIA, TOP STORIES

Panaji, Feb 21 (IANS) The Election Commission on Saturday published the final electoral roll for Goa, confirming a total of 10,57,566 eligible voters across the state after the Special Intensive Revision of the rolls.The updated list follows a rigorous verification process aimed at streamlining the electorate and removing discrepancies ahead of upcoming polls.According to the Chief Electoral Officer of Goa, the total number of voters stood at 11,85,034 prior to the draft publication. This initial pool comprised 5,73,853 male and 6,11,168 female voters.To ensure accuracy, booth-level officers distributed enumeration forms to all 11.85 lakh citizens, receiving 10,84,992 completed forms, marking a 91.56 per cent return rate. The verification process led to the removal of 1,00,042 voters from ...

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B’desh observes Language Martyrs’ Day; PM Tarique Rahman unveils commemorative stamps

‘A shame if Pakistan players excluded from The Hundred,’ says Harry Brook

SPORTS

Pallekele, Feb 21 (IANS) England white ball captain Harry Brook broke his silence on reports claiming that Pakistan players are set to be ignored by Indian owned franchises in the Hundred auction, which will be held on March 12.Speaking ahead of England's first T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8s match against the co-hosts, Sri Lanka, at the Pallekele International Stadium, Brook came out in support of the Pakistan players and felt that it would be shameful if they were not picked for the tournament. The 27-year-old also lauded Pakistan's players for their talent and their ability to pull crowds."Pakistan have been a great cricket nation for many years. I think there's about 50, 60 players in the auction, and it would be a shame not to see some of them in there," Brook said in the pre-match press ...

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US tariff cut to 10 pc brings relief for India, other emerging economies: Expert

Suspected IED detected in J&K’s Ganderbal district, BDS pressed into service

INDIA, TOP STORIES

Srinagar, Feb 21 (IANS) Security forces on Saturday detected a suspected improvised explosive device (IED) on the Ganderbal-Safapora road in Ganderbal district of Jammu and Kashmir, prompting authorities to cordon off the area and suspend traffic as a precautionary measure.Officials said a suspected IED was detected on the Ganderbal-Safapora road in J&K’s Ganderbal district.“Security forces immediately cordoned off the area, and traffic on the road was suspended. Bomb disposal squad has reached the spot, and the suspected IED is being disposed of," officials said.Terrorists have been targeting VIPs, security forces, local police and the army by planting IEDs along roads and highways used by the VIPs, army and security force convoys.These IEDs are also used to target the cavalcades of V...

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Rajasthan final electoral roll 2026 published; voter count crosses 5.15 crore

INDIA, TOP STORIES

Jaipur, Feb 21 (IANS) With 5.15 crore voters now on record, the final electoral roll of Rajasthan was published on Saturday following the successful completion of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR)-2026 across 199 Assembly constituencies in the state.The final voter list that was published on Saturday put the total number of registered voters at 5,15,19,929, including 2,69,57,881 men, 2,45,61,486 women and 562 third-gender voters.Compared to the draft publication, the final roll shows a net increase of 10,48,605 voters, reflecting a growth of 2.08 per cent, with Jaipur, Phalodi, Bharatpur, Sirohi and Bundi recording the highest rise in voter numbers.The gender ratio improved from 909 to 911, indicating better female voter registration across the state, particularly in Jaipur, Kota, Ajmer...

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‘Bulleya’ singer Amit Mishra’s new song ‘Uth Ke Jaandi’ is about pain of letting go

ENTERTAINMENT

Mumbai, Feb 21 (IANS) Playback singer Amit Mishra, who is known for songs like ‘Bulleya’, ‘Manma Emotion Jaage’, ‘Galti Se Mistake’ and others, has released his new song ‘Uth Ke Jaandi’. The singer has said that the song speaks of the quiet pain of letting go.The music video of the song features Aayush Anand and Sana Khan. The soul-stirring romantic ballad is a bilingual Hindi–Punjabi love song that captures the quiet pain of separation. Adding depth and emotional intensity to ‘Uth Ke Jaandi’, Amit Mishra’s dynamic rendition makes the song deeply relatable, especially for those navigating the pangs of heartbreak.Talking about the song, Amit Mishra told IANS, “There’s a lovely old-school romance in ‘Uth Ke Jaandi’ that instantly connected with me. The song speaks about a very real momen...

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Vijay appoints election observers for TVK ahead of Assembly polls

INDIA, TOP STORIES

Chennai, Feb 21 (IANS) In a significant organisational move ahead of the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, actor-turned-politician Vijay, leader of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), has announced the appointment of key election observers to oversee the party's poll preparations across the state.In a statement issued on Saturday, Vijay said the party has constituted a structured monitoring mechanism to strengthen its grassroots election work and ensure coordinated campaign efforts at the district and constituency levels.According to the release, N. Anand, K.A. Sengottaiyan and Aadhav Arjun have been appointed as Chief Observers for the Assembly elections. "These senior leaders will function under the direct guidance and supervision of Vijay," it said.The Chief Observers will work in close co...