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UN votes to condemn US economic embargo of Cuba though some nations sit out for 1st time after Trump administration push, reports AP.
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Over 900 Babies Born in Odisha During Cyclone Arnab; Many Named Arnab and Barsha
October 28, 2026
Bhubaneswar, Oct 28: More than 900 babies were born across Odisha during Cyclone Arnab, which brought heavy rainfall and affected several parts of the state. According to Chief Minister Mohan
Andhra Local Body Polls: SC Directs SEC to Preserve Video Footage
October 27, 2026
Cyclone Arnab: Andhra Pradesh and Odisha on High Alert
October 27, 2026
YSRCP MP Gurumoorthy Alleges Money Scam in AP Local Body Elections
October 26, 2026
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After SC Order, Andhra SEC Faces a High-Stakes Test of Neutrality
By Gopavajhala Diwakar The Andhra Pradesh State Election Commission (SEC) is facing a major test of neutrality and transparency following the Supreme Court’s intervention in the ongoing urban local body election process. The controversy arose after the opposition YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) alleged attacks, intimidation and obstruction of its candidates during the nomination process. The Supreme Court’s directions have placed
International News
Iran war’s cost to American taxpayers grows to an estimated USD 47.1 billion
October 28, 2026
Washington, Oct 28 (AP) The cost of the Iran war to American taxpayers has grown to USD 47.1 billion, according
High-speed train collision kills at least 68 in Spain’s 2nd deadly rail crash this year
October 28, 2026
Urda (Spain), Oct 28 (AP) A high-speed train slammed into another that had stopped on the tracks in Spain Wednesday,
Israelis await final election results as Netanyahu rivals weigh joining forces with Arab parties
October 28, 2026
Jerusalem, Oct 28 (AP) Anxious Israelis watched election results near completion Wednesday, as no clear winner emerged and weeks of
Spain train accident: India asks its nationals to contact embassy in Madrid for assistance
October 28, 2026
London, Oct 28 India on Wednesday asked its nationals, who were travelling on the trains involved in a major railway
National News
CJP backs INDIA bloc’s Nov 1 rally, demands CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation
October 28, 2026
New Delhi, Oct 28 The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) on Wednesday extended its support to the INDIA bloc’s November 1
Allahabad HC issues directions to prevent registration of child marriage by relying on Aadhaar
October 28, 2026
Prayagraj, Oct 28 The Allahabad High Court has issued statewide directions to the Uttar Pradesh government to prevent the registration
Bengal cabinet clears new industrial policy, bars future teachers from participating in politics
October 28, 2026
Kolkata, Oct 28 The West Bengal cabinet on Wednesday approved the state’s new industry policy, which aims to attract fresh
Cyclone Arnab: Heavy rain batters south Odisha, CM says ‘zero casualty’ target achieved
October 28, 2026
Bhubaneswar, Oct 28 Trees and electric poles were uprooted, landslides were reported, and roads were flooded as heavy rain and
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UK offers modest support with energy bills in face of Iran war price shock
October 28, 2026
London, Oct 28 (AP) British Treasury chief John Healey used his first budget statement Wednesday to offer households and businesses
Arunachal’s Tawang to host International Tourism Mart from October 29-31
October 28, 2026
Tawang, Oct 28 The tourism ministry is hosting its annual international conclave to showcase the potential of the northeastern region
Mumbai airport operator MIAL, airlines discuss transition plan for intl flights
October 28, 2026
Mumbai, Oct 28 Representatives of more than 35 airlines and Mumbai airport officials on Wednesday discussed the transition plan for
Drug price regulator NPPA slashes MRP for 543 anti-cancer medicines effective Nov 9
October 28, 2026
New Delhi, Oct 28 Drug price regulator NPPA on Wednesday revised downward the maximum retail price of 543 anti-cancer medicines
