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In Rajasthan, itch for change, or a yen for continuity?

Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot's emphasis on bachat, raahat, badhat schemes to beat Rajasthan's trend of incumbent gov'ts being voted out. BJP and Congress vying for power, with RLP and AAP also contesting. BJP's Vijay Bainsla and Congress' Sachin Pilot contesting in Tonk. BJP's Diya Kumari and Congress' Rafeeq Khan…

The Hindu · Oct 24, 2023

1,919 bids received for fifth e-auction of mementos gifted to the Prime Minister

PM Modi's fifth e-auction of mementos from south India features 912 items, incl. Kalyan Balaji idol, painting of Kathakali, metal bust of Basavanna, Kamadhenu, Balaji idol, headgear in Yakshagana theatre tradition, and cradle from Kalaghatagi. Proceeds to go to Namami Gange project. 1,919 bids received.

The Hindu · Oct 24, 2023

Throw out forces using casteism, regionalism to divide country: PM Modi

PM Modi urges people to triumph patriotism over evil, citing India's successes. He calls for 10 pledges to help the nation develop, such as aiding the poor, saving water, digital transactions, cleanliness, vocal for local, quality work, domestic tourism, natural farming, millet consumption, and fitness.

The Hindu · Oct 24, 2023

BJP woos tribals with hope to win high-stakes Chhattisgarh Assembly polls

BJP faces uphill task to win tribal support in Chhattisgarh polls. PM Modi, Amit Shah, JP Nadda hold rallies in tribal belt. 29 seats reserved for STs, 32% of state's population. BJP won 25 of 29 ST-reserved seats in 2018. Congress banking on tribal welfare schemes. BJP trying to woo…

The Hindu · Oct 24, 2023

India’s LGBTQ community battles same-sex marriage ‘heartbreak’ from court

Supreme Court recognises LBGTQ community faces discrimination from state, but declines to get into ‘judicial lawmaking’.

Al Jazeera · Oct 24, 2023

PM Modi, Home Minister Shah greet ITBP personnel on raising day

PM Modi greeted the personnel of the Indo-Tibetan Border Police, which guards India’s border with China, on its raising day

The Hindu · Oct 24, 2023

Morning Digest | Noida residents’ body to move SC against Allahabad HC order on Nithari Killings; Pentagon rushes defences and advisers to Israel, and more

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The Hindu · Oct 24, 2023

Bishan Bedi: Indian cricket great dies aged 77 after long illness

Legendary spinner is one of the sport's most celebrated bowlers, taking 266 wickets in just 67 Tests

Evening Standard · Oct 23, 2023

India drives cricket’s Olympic inclusion, but minnows hope to hitch a ride

Smaller countries hope cricket’s inclusion in the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics can be a game changer for the sport.

Al Jazeera · Oct 23, 2023

'Why is he being a coward?': Ashok Gehlot on Shekhawat approaching court over Sanjivani 'scam'

Rajasthan CM Gehlot calls Union Minister Shekhawat a "coward" for moving court against his arrest in the alleged Sanjivani scam. He also slams Mr. Shekhawat for failing to declare ERCP as a national project

The Hindu · Oct 23, 2023