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90% of births and deaths getting registered, but some hospitals flouting law by asking relatives to do it themselves, says RGI; says all registrars must issue birth and death certificates within seven days

A grenade attack at BJP leader Manoranjan Kalia's Jalandhar residence, the 22nd such incident in Punjab since September, has sparked investigations into potential ISI and Lawrence Bishnoi gang links. Two suspects are arrested for the attack, allegedly orchestrated by Zeeshan Akhtar and Pakistan-based Shahzad Bhatti. The incident led to the removal of Punjab's intelligence chief.

V Senthil Balaji, reappointed as a minister after bail, defended his position in the Tamil Nadu cabinet before the Supreme Court, asserting his popular mandate. He argued that courts cannot constitutionally disqualify a minister and emphasized his adherence to bail conditions. Balaji highlighted that the corruption case against him began while he was already a minister, suggesting no undue influence.

Maharashtra CM’s remarks come after Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut hinted that Modi’s recent visit to RSS headquarters was linked to political retirement

IOC has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Odisha government at the State's investor meet, committing to invest ₹61,077 crore in the complex.

Tahawwur Rana, the mastermind behind the 26/11 Mumbai attacks, is expected to arrive in India, prompting special security arrangements in Delhi and Mumbai jails. Rana, an LeT member, facilitated David Headley's reconnaissance for the attacks and even gloated over the casualties.

The deceased, identified as Sameer, a mechanic by profession, was discovered early Monday morning behind a roadside eatery near the Thalaghattapura-Kengeri border 

Trump's Trade Representative, Jameson Greer, stated that India and other nations are considering lowering tariffs following new trade measures. Greer defended Trump's trade policies, citing the need for reciprocity and addressing the US trade deficit. He highlighted the decline in manufacturing jobs and the administration's commitment to reversing industrial decline through these trade adjustments.

Mr. Ananthan was a member of the Tamil Nadu Assembly five times.

Meghalaya's Principal Secretary, Syed Md A Razi, was found dead in his Uzbekistan hotel room on Monday, suspected of cardiac arrest. Razi, an IRTS officer on deputation since 2021, was in Bukhara on a personal trip. Hotel staff discovered him after he didn't respond to calls. His wife is traveling to Uzbekistan to retrieve his remains.

In Jaipur, a tragic incident unfolded on Nahargarh Road as an SUV driven by Congress official Usman Khan ran over nine people, resulting in three fatalities and six injuries. Khan, allegedly speeding at 70km/h, collided with multiple vehicles over a 500m stretch.

Explaining various aspects of the verdict, the Rajya Sabha Member says that from now, the Governors must act on any Bill only as per the aid and advice of the Chief Minister and the Cabinet. The verdict has also made it clear under what circumstances the Governor can refer a Bill to the President. When asked if there is a chance of a review petition, he says it will be faced legally if it comes up

Currently, 12 universities, including  Madurai Kamaraj University, Anna University, and University of Madras, are without Vice-Chancellors