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Court summons Principal Secretary of Industries department to appear before it in a contempt plea initiated following denial of sanction for CBI probe into alleged corruption in import of raw cashew between 2006 and 2015 by Kerala Cashew Board

The petitioner, C. Geetha, said her name had been a mainstay in the State’s electoral roll over the years; she was even intending to contest as an independent candidate in the 51-Uthangarai (SC) Assembly Constituency and 52-Bargur Assembly Constituency in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections in 2026.

SCs/STs make up half the population of Jhargram, giving them a decisive say in the poll verdict; TMC, BJP clash over development plans, UCC implementation in a district emerging from the long shadow of Maoist extremism

Nuwan Thushara has apologised to Sri Lanka Cricket after taking them to court over a denied IPL NOC. He said he didn’t intend to “cause inconvenience” and was “seeking fairness and justice.” With SLC opposing his plea over fitness concerns, Thushara is now considering withdrawing the case, easing tensions while his IPL 2026 participation remains uncertain.

Ahead of crucial Pakistan talks, President Trump warned Iran, stating warships are rearmed and ready for effective use if negotiations fail. Vice President Vance, leading the US delegation, expressed hope for positive talks but cautioned Tehran against testing patience. Iran insists on a Lebanon ceasefire and asset release for formal negotiations.

As per existing norms, Colonels retire at the age of 54, while Brigadiers retire at 56, making Purohit eligible for extended service if promoted

Fifteen major promises include clearing dearness allowance dues for government employees and pensioners, implementation of Seventh Pay Commission.

Respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity of states is essential, says India after the Israeli attack on Lebanon

The Vande Bharat Express has served over 9.1 crore passengers through one lakh trips since its incepetion, says the Ministry of Railways

Representing Capitals in his maiden IPL, Nabi, who was the toast of the 2025-26 domestic season as J & K won the Ranji for the first time, will test himself in the world’s biggest T20 league after he was roped in by the franchise for ₹8.4 crore; the medium-pacer from Baramulla opens up on the challenge ahead and the domestic season just gone by