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Protesters to Resume ‘Dilli Chalo’ March on March 6

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New Delhi: Protest leader Sarwan Singh Pandher announced on Sunday that the 'Dilli Chalo' march will recommence on March 6. This decision was made following the 'bhog ceremony' of a protester, Shubhkaran Singh, in Bathinda town, Punjab. Pandher revealed that both the Kisan Mazdoor Morcha and the Samyukt Kisan Morcha (a non-political organization) have jointly decided that farmers from across the country will converge on Delhi on March 6. However, those currently stationed at the Punjab-Haryana borders will concentrate their protests at the Khanauri and Shambhu borders exclusively. Addressing the media, Pandher outlined further plans, stating that on March 10, they intend to block rail tracks nationwide from 12 noon to 4 pm. He also highlighted restrictions imposed on protesters' acce...

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Telangana to Roll Out Indiramma Housing Scheme on March 11

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Hyderabad: The Congress-led government in Telangana is set to launch the Indiramma housing scheme aimed at assisting the underprivileged on March 11. Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy made the decision on Saturday and instructed officials to facilitate the necessary preparations for the launch. Under this initiative, the government plans to offer Rs 5 lakh in financial aid for the construction of houses to individuals who already own residential plots. For those without land, the scheme will provide both a piece of property and Rs 5 lakh to facilitate housing. Emphasizing the scheme's significance under the umbrella of six guarantees, the Chief Minister highlighted its status as a flagship program. Alongside Housing Minister Ponguleti Srinivasa Reddy, Transport Minister Ponnam Prabhaka...

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WhatsApp banned over 67L bad accounts in India in January

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New Delhi: In accordance with the new IT Rules 2021, Meta-owned WhatsApp has reported banning over 67 lakh accounts in India during the month of January. The company disclosed that out of these, approximately 13.58 lakh accounts were proactively banned, even before receiving any user reports, as stated in its monthly compliance report. Despite being the most widely used messaging platform in the country, with over 500 million users, WhatsApp received a staggering 14,828 complaint reports in January alone. Among these reports, only 10 actions were taken, indicating either the banning of an account or the restoration of a previously banned one in response to user complaints. WhatsApp emphasized its commitment to user safety and combating abuse on its platform. The company stated, "This...

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Karnataka BJP President Denies Intent to Topple Congress Government

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Bengaluru: Karnataka BJP President B.Y. Vijayendra has refuted claims that his party harbors any intention to destabilize the Congress government in the state. His remarks come in response to allegations made by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, who accused the BJP of offering Rs 50 crore to Congress MLAs to undermine his government. Vijayendra emphasized the widespread support for the BJP and Prime Minister Narendra Modi ahead of the Lok Sabha elections across the nation. He suggested that the Congress government, led by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, is gearing up for defeat in the polls. According to Vijayendra, the recent "Delhi Chalo" episode and the barrage of statements against PM Modi were orchestrated to craft a narrative for the Congress to cope with anticipated electoral losses. ...

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Former Karnataka CM Calls for NIA Probe into Bengaluru Cafe Blast

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Bengaluru: Former Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai has raised alarm over what he believes to be a significant conspiracy behind the recent IED blast at the Rameshwaram Cafe in Bengaluru. Bommai emphasized that dismissing the incident lightly would only embolden terrorists. In a stern warning, Bommai urged authorities to refer the matter to the National Investigation Agency (NIA) for a thorough investigation. Expressing concern over the state government's response, he criticized their failure to grasp the gravity of the situation, particularly considering the serious injuries sustained by citizens in the explosion. "The characterization of this incident as a mild explosion is concerning. Should we wait for casualties before acknowledging the severity?" questioned Bommai, high...

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PM Modi Expresses Gratitude to Kashi as Lok Sabha Candidature Announced

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New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the people of Kashi (Varanasi) upon being nominated by the BJP for the parliamentary seat in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. This marks PM Modi's third candidacy from the revered constituency. Following the announcement of his candidature in the BJP's initial list of 195 candidates, PM Modi conveyed his appreciation via X, stating, "I eagerly anticipate the opportunity to serve the esteemed residents of Kashi for the third consecutive term." PM Modi humbly acknowledged the unwavering support of millions of dedicated party workers and expressed his gratitude to the party leadership for entrusting him with the responsibility once again. Reflecting on his commitment to Kashi, PM Modi emphasized, "Since 201...

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165 Aam Aadmi Clinics Inaugurated by Mann and Kejriwal in Punjab

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Jalandhar: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal jointly inaugurated 165 Aam Aadmi Clinics in Punjab on Saturday, bringing the total number of such clinics in the state to 829. Speaking to the media, Bhagwant Mann highlighted that the addition of these clinics expands access to free healthcare services for the people of Punjab. He emphasized that these clinics are equipped with advanced infrastructure, offering world-class treatment and diagnostic facilities at no cost to patients. According to Mann, over one crore patients have already benefited from these clinics across the state. Arvind Kejriwal commended the efforts of the Punjab government, stating that the development marks an unprecedented revolution in the healthcare sector in Punjab, a ...

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Trump Triumphs in Missouri’s Republican Presidential Caucus

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Washington: Former US President Donald Trump secured victory in Missouri's Republican presidential caucus on Saturday, further solidifying his path towards clinching the GOP nomination. Trump's win over former US Ambassador to the United Nations, Nikki Haley, underscores his continued popularity within the party. This success in Missouri adds to Trump's previous victories in Iowa, New Hampshire, Nevada, and South Carolina, demonstrating his widespread support among Republican voters. Additionally, Trump emerged victorious in Michigan's Republican primary earlier in the week, capturing over 68% of the vote. During a Republican convention on Saturday, Trump garnered additional delegates, strengthening his position in the northern state. With over 100 delegates already secured, Trump ai...

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Jordan and US Collaborate on Historic Humanitarian Airdrops to Gaza

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Gaza: In a landmark display of international cooperation, Jordan and the United States have joined forces to conduct airdrops of essential aid to Gaza, marking the first-ever participation of the US in such a multinational humanitarian endeavor. According to reports from the state-run Petra news agency, two aircraft dispatched by the Jordan Armed Forces carried out airdrops in the northern Gaza Strip, while three aircraft from the US Air Force conducted similar operations in the south. The US Air Force disclosed that its three planes dropped 66 bundles comprising approximately 38,000 meals, as reported by news agency. Jordan's involvement in delivering supplies directly to Gaza and providing aid flights to Egypt's North Sinai has been ongoing since November of the previous year. T...

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Yazidi Woman Kidnapped by IS Rescued by Iraqi Intelligence

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Baghdad: The Iraqi National Intelligence Service (INIS) has successfully rescued a Yazidi woman who was abducted by Islamic State (IS) militants a decade ago. Acting on actionable intelligence, INIS operatives conducted a daring operation inside Syria, leading to the liberation of Kufan Eido Khorto. Khorto, who had been kidnapped by IS militants in 2014 during their seizure of Sinjar, located approximately 120 km west of Mosul, was safely retrieved by Iraqi intelligence agents. Following her rescue, Khorto was promptly returned to Iraq and reunited with her family, as confirmed by an INIS statement reported by Xinhua news agency. This heroic rescue underscores the ongoing plight of the Yazidi community, an ethnic and religious minority in Iraq. Since 2014, when IS extremists perpetra...