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Trinamool Congress candidate Jahangir Khan withdrew from Falta's re-poll, citing a "special package" for the area's development. The TMC, however, stated his decision was personal, alleging pressure and intimidation against their workers by the BJP. The Election Commission ordered re-polling due to "severe electoral offences" and subversion of the democratic process.

One of the first states to implement a two-child policy, Andhra Pradesh, now wants to give families Rs 30,000 for a third child and Rs 40,000 for a fourth. Is reversing its progress going to be worth it?

An alleged rape accused in Ghaziabad received a triumphant welcome from supporters upon his bail, with videos showing him being carried on shoulders amidst cheers and a procession. Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav criticized the state government, calling the reception reprehensible and highlighting the perceived hypocrisy.

An assistant protocol officer at the Indian High Commission in Chattogram, Narendra, 38, was found dead inside the mission premises on Tuesday. Police suspect he may have suffered a cardiac arrest while going to the bathroom during the night. The body has been sent for an autopsy to determine the exact cause of death.

The party has bought itself time after recent electoral gains. Yet the road to 2029 will test whether Congress can reinvent itself — or remain a diminished player in national politics.

Standard Chartered will cut about 7,800 jobs by 2030, roughly 15 per cent of its corporate functions, with back-office hubs in Bengaluru, Chennai, Shenzhen and Warsaw hardest hit. CEO Bill Winters said the Asia-focused bank is replacing "lower-value human capital" with AI and automation, as StanChart targets an 18 per cent return on tangible equity by 2030 and higher income per employee.

Spotted early by Shubman Gill, backed by Shikhar Dhawan and mentored by Ashish Nehra, Punjab pacer Gurnoor Brar’s rise has been shaped by pace, setbacks and learning curves. From a late start to India A success, the six-foot-five quick is now firmly on the national radar as India search for fast-bowling depth. The lanky fast bowler on Tuesday has received a maiden Indian call -up for both Tests and ODIs.