Politics — Page 45
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Ukraine Hits Russian Naval Base in Black Sea in Overnight Operation
Ukraine launched a "unique" nighttime operation using anti-ship missiles and drones, targeting Russia's naval base in Novorossiysk. The attack damaged air defenses, piers, and port infrastructure, with officials reporting three fatalities and 24 wounded.
Ex-MP Elsie Lefebvre to Run for Parti Québécois in Berthier
Former MNA Elsie Lefebvre is set to run for the Parti Québécois in the Berthier constituency. She previously served as an MNA for Laurier-Dorion and a city councillor in Montreal.
TDP Seeks Uniformity in Electoral Roll Procedures
The TDP has requested the Chief Electoral Officer to standardize Special Intensive Revision procedures for electoral rolls. The party aims to enhance public trust by clarifying processes for voter registration and deletion.
SIT Report Reveals Major Lapses in APPSC Group-I Exam Evaluation
A Special Investigation Team (SIT) has found multiple procedural lapses in the digital and manual evaluation of Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) Group-I exam answer sheets. These deficiencies led to the High Court setting aside the digital evaluation and ordering a fresh manual asses
Kerala Private College Teachers Association Opposes New Ayush University
The Kerala Private College Teachers Association (KPCTA) has voiced opposition to the state government's plan for an independent Ayush University. The association cites a lack of consultation and concerns about financial implications and potential isolation of traditional medicine systems.
Netaji's Grandnephew Plans Political Party Inspired by Gen Z Protests
Chandra Kumar Bose, grandnephew of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, intends to launch the Azad Hind Party. The new political outfit aims to be youth-centric and grounded in Netaji's ideology, drawing inspiration from recent youth-led protests.
Parliament Approves Bill to Enhance Cooperative Sector Through NCDC Amendments
India's Parliament has passed a bill amending the National Cooperative Development Corporation Act, broadening the NCDC's mandate. The amendments aim to empower the NCDC to provide direct financial assistance to cooperative societies and related entities.
Autoroute 40 Closed Westbound Near Saint-Cuthbert Due to Road Collapse
Autoroute 40 westbound is closed indefinitely near Saint-Cuthbert, Quebec, due to a hole discovered beneath the roadway. The closure, announced by the Ministry of Transportation, is expected to cause traffic congestion.
Tupac Shakur Murder Case: Duane "Keffe D" Davis Faces Trial in Las Vegas
Duane "Keffe D" Davis is on trial in Las Vegas, accused of orchestrating the 1996 murder of rapper Tupac Shakur. Davis, a former gang leader, has made multiple public statements about his alleged role in the killing.
Telangana MPs Urge Ministers for Expedited Rail and Road Project Approvals
Telangana Congress MPs met Union Ministers Ashwini Vaishnaw and Nitin Gadkari to request faster clearances for significant rail and road infrastructure projects within the state. Key discussions included railway line funding, station upgrades, and the approval of regional ring road and expressway pr
Kolkata Art Academy Ticket Counter Repainted Saffron Amid Political Dispute
BJP workers repainted a ticket counter at Kolkata's Academy of Fine Arts saffron, a day after theatre personalities painted it white. The incident highlights a dispute over the use of the colour and control of the institution.
Dharwad District Digitizes 83.27% of Electoral Roll Forms
In Dharwad district, 1,350,609 electoral roll enumeration forms have been digitized, representing 83.27% of the total distributed. The revision exercise has identified over 270,000 electors across categories like deceased, shifted, and duplicate entries.
US Attorney Empanels Special Grand Jury in Washington DC
A U.S. Attorney has convened a special grand jury in Washington D.C., a move described as unusual by legal experts. This special grand jury has the unique ability to release a public report on its findings, even without indictments.
Pensioner Complaints Over Unauthorised EHS Deductions Sent to Health Dept.
Pensioners are complaining about an 'unauthorised' 1.5% deduction from their basic pension for the Employees Health Scheme (EHS). The Finance Department has referred the matter to the Health Department for intervention.
SC Links Demolition of Illegal Homes to Rehabilitation Responsibility
The Supreme Court of India stated that demolishing unauthorized homes must be paired with a responsibility to rehabilitate affected families. The court urged governments to develop a uniform policy addressing both demolition and rehabilitation.
Two Arrested for Impersonating TN Minister to Broker Cabinet Post
Villivakkam police in Chennai arrested two individuals for impersonating Tamil Nadu Minister Aadhav Arjuna. The accused allegedly created a fake email and attempted to extort ₹8 crore by promising a ministerial berth to a Vellore MLA.
Cauvery Authority Chief Advocates for River Board to Resolve Water Dispute
The Cauvery Water Management Authority (CWMA) chairperson has proposed forming a river board to manage reservoirs and resolve water-sharing disputes. The board would oversee operations similar to existing models in other river basins.
Shivamogga MP Appeals for Enhanced Air Connectivity to Aviation Minister
Shivamogga MP B.Y. Raghavendra urged Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu to improve air services to Shivamogga. The MP requested early approval for Star Air's Shivamogga-Bengaluru route and continued support for other Star Air services.
Telangana Congress Demands Re-verification of 73 Lakh Voters Marked for Deletion
The Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee is calling for a thorough re-verification of approximately 73 lakh voters slated for deletion from electoral rolls. They are concerned that genuine voters may be removed without adequate scrutiny.
NEET Exam: Physics Expert Flags Lack of Criteria in NTA Expert Selection
A Physics expert has told the CBI that the National Testing Agency (NTA) lacks formal criteria for selecting subject experts for national entrance exams. The selection process reportedly relies heavily on recommendations from existing NTA associates.
Karnataka Urged to Demand Centre Scrap NEET, NTA
Civil society representatives in Karnataka are urging the state government to push for the abolition of the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET) and the National Testing Agency (NTA). They argue these centralized systems undermine federalism, educational autonomy, and social justice.
J&K Police Reopens 1990 Kashmiri Pandit Killings Case, Conducts Raids
Jammu and Kashmir Police's State Investigation Agency has reopened the 1990 double murder case of Kashmiri Pandit writer Sarwanand Koul Premi and his son Virender Koul. Raids were conducted on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, at various locations in south Kashmir's Anantnag and Rajouri districts.
Lobbyist Paid for Former Premier's Brother to Travel to Fiji Amid Inquiry
Consultant Jeremy Greenwood admitted to paying for Jean-Claude Perrottet, brother of former premier Dominic Perrottet, to travel to Fiji in February 2023. This occurred as an inquiry investigated allegations of illegal political donations and branch stacking.
US Revokes Over 175,000 Visas Citing Criminal Activity and National Security
The U.S. State Department has revoked more than 175,000 visas, targeting foreign nationals for visa violations, criminal activity, and security threats. Revocations cited reasons ranging from assault and drunk driving to fraud and endangerment of national security.