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‘Last-minute rush’ in filing forms for adding names in poll rolls raises questions

Hindu - Tue, 02/24/2026 - 17:18
The final figure encompassed applications received before the process, which began on October 27, 2025, clarifies CEO Archana  Patnaik. It also covered about 5.73 lakh applications received online
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The Hindu, VIT School of Law to host Justice Unplugged 2026

Hindu - Tue, 02/24/2026 - 17:16
Will connect aspiring lawyers to judges, senior advocates, policymakers; focus on generative AI’s impact on legal practice, the evolution of fundamental rights in the digital age, improving access to justice
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Vijayendra writes to Karnataka Chief Minister, seeking withdrawal of restrictions on media at Vidhana Soudha

Hindu - Tue, 02/24/2026 - 17:16
BJP State president B.Y. Vijayendra has written to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah seeking withdrawal of a circular on restrictions on journalists at the Vidhana Soudha
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Does the Data Act dilute the Right to Information Act? | Explained

Hindu - Tue, 02/24/2026 - 17:14
Why is a blanket exemption to any information which relates to personal information problematic?
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Brook dents Pakistan’s hopes for semis; England cement last-four berth

Times of India - Tue, 02/24/2026 - 17:10
Harry Brook’s masterful unbeaten century powered England to a decisive win, denting Pakistan’s semi-final hopes and sealing England’s place in the last-four. Promoted to number three, the captain absorbed early pressure before dominating the chase. Earlier, Sahibzada Farhan’s fluent fifty went in vain as Pakistan collapsed late to 164 for 9.
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National Conference seeks return of hydroelectric projects to Jammu and Kashmir

Hindu - Tue, 02/24/2026 - 17:10
Ruling party introduces resolution in Assembly, reiterating demand that finds place in its manifesto
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Dipika Kakar Health Update: Actress recovers after liver cyst procedure

Times of India - Tue, 02/24/2026 - 17:08
Actress Dipika Kakar is facing a new health challenge with a 1.3 cm liver cyst, following her liver cancer treatment last year. Husband Shoaib Ibrahim confirmed her procedure went well and she is recovering, though experiencing some pain. Doctors are considering immunotherapy for the cyst, with regular check-ups emphasized.
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DGCA grounds four aircraft of VSR Ventures, a month after Ajit Pawar’s death in crash

Hindu - Tue, 02/24/2026 - 17:04
Aviation regulator to introduce safety ranking system for charter operators; directs them to disclose age of aircraft and and pilots’ experience on website
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ABVP activists taken into preventive custody after vandalism at Azim Premji University

Hindu - Tue, 02/24/2026 - 16:57
We strongly condemn the ruckus and violence that was unleashed on our campus by this external group of people, says the university
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Sasikala launches political party, unveils flag

Hindu - Tue, 02/24/2026 - 16:55
“The party would champion the cause of the poor and marginalised while eliminating both enemies and traitors,” Ms. Sasikala said
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Supreme Court closes suo motu case on polluted rivers after five years of near inaction

Hindu - Tue, 02/24/2026 - 16:49
A Bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant questioned the feasibility of examining the extent of pollution in rivers across the country
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Vellore Corporation to undertake biomining at landfill site near Palar river

Hindu - Tue, 02/24/2026 - 16:48
Resident says the reclaimed land should be used for public purposes like children’s park and playground
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Watch: Bihar Assembly erupts as Nitish Kumar hits back at RJD over ‘guns and bullets’ remark

Hindu - Tue, 02/24/2026 - 16:44
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar lost his composure in the state assembly after opposition MLAs accused his government of ruling with “guns and bullets”.
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Humane touch, not mere court orders, may help mitigate human-wildlife conflict: Supreme Court

Hindu - Tue, 02/24/2026 - 16:35
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant remarks that this is an issue which has to be addressed not by court orders, but through a humanitarian approach, by speaking their language and understanding their issues, their economic conditions and how certain people or interests are even alluring them.
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