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Courts ruled on 42 occasions that EVMs are not hackable, tampering allegations baseless, says CEC Rajiv Kumar

Hindu - Tue, 01/07/2025 - 09:35
Announcing the schedule of the Delhi Assembly polls, the CEC advised the public against “jhooth ke gubbare” (spreading lies).
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PMK accuses Chennai police of double standards while dealing with plea for protests

Hindu - Tue, 01/07/2025 - 09:32
Party functionary approaches Madras High Court seeking action against Greater Chennai City Commissioner of Police for having allegedly violated Section 41 of Madras City Police Act, 1888
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'Fit' Jasprit Bumrah would have done a Kapil Dev: Ex-cricketer

Times of India - Tue, 01/07/2025 - 09:28
Jasprit Bumrah's absence due to a back spasm cost India a crucial match against Australia, resulting in a series loss and failure to qualify for the WTC final. Former cricketer Balwinder Sandhu believes Bumrah's presence could have changed the outcome. Sandhu also criticized Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli for their poor performance in the series.
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Legislators should be respectful even while dissenting, says SC on RJD MLC's plea against expulsion

Hindu - Tue, 01/07/2025 - 09:22
A bench of Justices Surya Kant and N. Kotiswar Singh fixed January 9 for hearing the matter in detail, after it prima facie disapproved of the statements made by Sunil Kumar Singh on February 13, last year, during a heated exchange in the House.
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Delhi polls: Voting on Feb 5, results on Feb 8; check full details

Times of India - Tue, 01/07/2025 - 09:15
Delhi assembly elections will be held on February 5, with results announced on February 8. The contest features the Aam Aadmi Party, BJP, and Congress. Arvind Kejriwal from AAP and Parvesh Verma from BJP will face off in New Delhi, while CM Atishi of AAP and BJP's Ramesh Bidhuri will contest from Kalkaji.
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'Aaj jawaab toh banta hai': EC refutes EVM, voter list irregularities

Times of India - Tue, 01/07/2025 - 09:13
The Election Commission of India addressed concerns about wrongful voter list modifications and Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs), calling allegations baseless. Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar emphasized the transparency of the voter list process and dismissed claims of EVM tampering, citing multiple court rulings and the reliability of Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail (VVPAT) checks.
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Hyderabad | Sankranti edition of Aakruthi Vastra 2025 to open on January 8

Hindu - Tue, 01/07/2025 - 09:11
Handloom and craft clusters promoting slow fashion will participate in the Sankranti edition of Craft Council of Telangana’s Aakruthi Vastra 2025 in Hyderabad this week
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India will soon set new record of one billion-plus voters: CEC Rajiv Kumar

Hindu - Tue, 01/07/2025 - 09:10
Rajiv Kumar said 2024 was the year of elections globally when two-third of the world's population in democracies voted in different polls.
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Bumrah should not be overburdened, India has promising pacers: Gavaskar

Times of India - Tue, 01/07/2025 - 09:10
Sunil Gavaskar emphasizes the need to give emerging domestic pacers a fair chance to prevent overburdening Jasprit Bumrah. He praises the selection committee, especially for recognizing talent like Nitish Kumar Reddy. Gavaskar underlines the importance of honest self-assessment and good selections to build a strong, balanced bowling attack capable of winning in any conditions.
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Manmohan Singh duly respected the aspirations of Tamil Nadu: CM Stalin

Hindu - Tue, 01/07/2025 - 09:09
The Chief Minister also said E.V.K.S. Elangovan was known for his brave and clear criticisms. 
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Infants younger than 1 year have high risks of severe HMPV: Lancet study

Times of India - Tue, 01/07/2025 - 09:00
Human metapneumovirus (HMPV) is a significant threat to infants, especially in colder months. Without a vaccine, it results in high hospital admissions and death rates in low-income countries. In 2018, there were 14.2 million cases in children under 5 worldwide. Preventive measures like handwashing and masks are essential to curb its spread.
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Prashant Kishor admitted to ICU a day after arrest and subsequent bail

Times of India - Tue, 01/07/2025 - 08:49
Prashant Kishor, founder of Jan Suraaj Party, was hospitalized in Patna due to dehydration and infection, shortly after being granted bail following his arrest during a hunger strike. Kishor's protest supports civil service candidates demanding nullification of the BPSC exams amid allegations of question paper leaks.
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Two Indian companies charged with criminal conspiracies to import fentanyl precursor chemicals to U.S.

Hindu - Tue, 01/07/2025 - 08:29
Raxuter Chemicals and Athos Chemicals with Bhavesh Lathiya, a founder and senior executive of Raxuter, are charged with conspiracy to distribute and import a listed chemical, knowing it would be used to manufacture fentanyl, smuggling, and other related offenses
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Congress in Kerala eases stance on Nilambur MLA P.V. Anvar’s political inclusion

Hindu - Tue, 01/07/2025 - 08:28
Opposition UDF finds common ground with Anvar over his opposition to Kerala Forest (Amendment) Bill and LDF government’s alleged failure to protect lives and property of citizens from wildlife attacks
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Here's how South Indian Cinema will look in 2025

Times of India - Tue, 01/07/2025 - 08:26
South Indian cinema in 2025 promises an exciting lineup of films with major stars like Yash, Rajinikanth, Kamal Haasan, and Vijay. Anticipated releases include 'Coolie,' 'Thug Life,' and 'Thalapathy 69,' highlighting diverse storytelling and high production values that aim to captivate audiences nationwide.
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Angered by her affair, man pushes cousin off 200 feet cliff in Maharashtra

Times of India - Tue, 01/07/2025 - 08:26
A 25-year-old man allegedly killed his 17-year-old cousin by pushing her off a 200ft cliff in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, due to her romantic relationship. The murder, suspected to be an honor killing, occurred after the girl sought refuge at her uncle's home following family tensions. Police have arrested the accused.
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Home Minister Amit Shah launches ‘Bharatpol’ for international police assistance

Hindu - Tue, 01/07/2025 - 08:19
Amit Shah also said it was time that Indian investigation agencies use modern technology and techniques to nab fugitives
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