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Onion prices drop in Andhra, Naidu orders MSP of ₹1200 per quintal

Andhra Pradesh CM Naidu orders minimum support price of ₹1,200 per quintal for onions, promising to compensate farmers selling below this rate due to plummeting prices and market oversupply, addressing farmer distress in the region.

Not far apart on trade deal: Sergio Gor signals US turnaround

Sergio Gor, Trump's India ambassador nominee, signals a potential trade deal, highlighting close US-India ties. He praised their partnership, emphasized resolving trade tensions, and committed to deepening strategic cooperation while addressing concerns about Russian oil purchases.

Akal Takht Jathedar meets head of Ayyavazhi in Tamil Nadu's Swamithope

Giani Kuldip Singh Gargaj, the officiating Jathedar of the Akal Takht, visited the Ayyavazhi community in Tamil Nadu, expressing solidarity and gaining insights into their culture. He met with leader Bala Prajapathi, toured the community's Ashram, and highlighted shared values against caste discrimination. Gargaj invited Prajapathi to Amritsar for further discussions on their communities' teachings.

Bengaluru’s IT giants must wake up to the AI storm or risk obsolescence

Bengaluru's IT industry faces existential threat from AI, risking obsolescence. Leaders must pivot from traditional services to innovative platforms like autonomous transport, digital twins, and AI-driven solutions or face potential market capitalization collapse and irrelevance.

Nitish Kumar 'medically alive' but 'brain dead', alleges RJD MP Sudhakar Singh

RJD MP Sudhakar Singh criticized Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, calling him "brain dead" and unfit for leadership. He expressed confidence in the Mahagathbandhan winning a two-thirds majority in upcoming polls, highlighting the importance of Aadhaar for marginalized voters. Singh also criticized the Election Commission for its handling of voter registration and announced plans for a second phase of the Vote Adhikar Yatra.

'Samudra Pradakshina': In a first, tri-service women begin 21,600-nautical mile global sail

India's first tri-service women's global sailing expedition, 'Samudra Pradakshina', launched from Mumbai. Ten officers will circumnavigate 21,600 nautical miles, showcasing national unity, military diplomacy, and women's empowerment on an indigenously built yacht.

After attack on 2 doctors, call for 48-hr shutdown of Arunachal hospital services

Medical associations in Arunachal Pradesh announced a 48-hour hospital shutdown after two doctors were brutally attacked at TRIHMS. Emergency services will continue. The suspect was arrested, and healthcare workers demand enhanced security and legal action.

CBI files final charges against ex-minister Partha Chatterjee, 20 others in jobs case

CBI filed final charges against ex-minister Partha Chatterjee and 20 others in a jobs bribery case, alleging irregularities in teacher appointments between 2014-2021. Charges include allegations of bribes ranging from Rs 5-15 lakh for job placements.

2 Assam police officers suspended for lathi-charge on protesters demanding ST status

Two Assam police officers were suspended after allegedly using excessive force during a Koch-Rajbongshi student protest demanding ST status. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma ordered an investigation and promised accountability, with a minister sent to pacify demonstrators.

Sanjay Singh detained illegally, message it sends out not good: Omar Abdullah

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah criticized the illegal detention of AAP Rajya Sabha member Sanjay Singh, who was in Srinagar to protest the detention of party MLA Mehraj Malik under the Public Safety Act. Abdullah condemned the misuse of the law and urged AAP leaders to engage local legal support, emphasizing the importance of democratic processes in the region.

Surat court sentences 22-year-old to 20 years RI for repeatedly sexually assaulting minor

A 22-year-old man was sentenced to 20 years in prison for sexually assaulting a minor girl multiple times in Surat, Gujarat. The court imposed a ₹1.75 lakh fine and ₹6 lakh compensation, emphasizing child protection and victim support.

At Modi-Ramgoolam meeting, India unveils $680-mn economic package for Mauritius

India offers Mauritius a $680 million economic package, focusing on maritime security, infrastructure, and infrastructure development. Prime Ministers Modi and Ramgoolam discussed bilateral cooperation, emphasizing shared priorities in the Indian Ocean region and historical ties.

Centre closely monitoring situation in Nepal, helpline set up for stranded Indians: Goyal

The Indian government is closely monitoring the situation in Nepal, offering a helpline for stranded Indians during ongoing protests. The centre assures full assistance and hopes for peaceful resolution, while expressing sorrow over recent deaths and political unrest.

BJD slams Odisha govt for enhancing BDOs’ powers, calls it assault on democracy

BJD criticizes Odisha government for expanding Block Development Officers' financial powers, arguing it undermines democracy by removing elected representatives' approval rights for Panchayat Samiti projects and transferring authority to government officials.

Odisha chief secy bats for preventive vigilance to root out corruption

Odisha Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja urged department heads to enhance preventive vigilance against corruption, emphasizing the exclusion of officials with questionable integrity from sensitive positions. He called for internal vigilance committees, technology-driven reforms, and transparent HR practices to create a culture of zero tolerance towards corruption, aiming for a transparent and citizen-centric governance framework.

Majhi says no shortage of fertiliser in Odisha, asks collectors to monitor distribution

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has directed district collectors to monitor urea distribution closely amid complaints of fertiliser shortages affecting paddy cultivation. Despite claims of shortages, the state has sufficient fertilisers allocated by the central government. The CM urged action against black marketing and emphasized the need for regular checks to ensure fair distribution to farmers.