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04 May

Supreme Court Steps In on Transgender Rights Law, Seeks Government Reply on Validity Challenges

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The Supreme Court of India has begun examining a set of petitions challenging the constitutional validity of the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Act, 2026, issuing notices to the Union government, all states, and Union Territories for their formal responses. A bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi heard preliminary arguments on Monday and scheduled the matter for detailed hearing after six weeks. The court also directed the respondents to file their replies in the meantime. During the hearing, senior advocate A. M. Singhvi argued that the amended law undermines the principle…

04 May

TVK Edges Toward Breakthrough in Tamil Nadu as Counting Trends Favor Vijay’s Party

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Tamil Nadu (Rajeev Sharma): Early results from the 2026 Assembly elections in Tamil Nadu suggest a major political shake-up, with the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) emerging as the frontrunner. Led by actor-turned-politician Vijay, the party is rapidly closing in on the halfway mark in the 234-member Assembly, raising the possibility of a historic first victory. Counting began early Monday morning under tight security across the state, with officials releasing constituency-wise updates at regular intervals through the Election Commission’s platforms. As rounds progress, TVK has established leads in a significant number of seats, indicating strong voter backing across regions. The trends…

04 May

BJP Emerges Strong in Bengal Counting Trends, Hints at Possible Political Turnaround

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Kolkata (Rajeev Sharma): A notable shift in the political landscape of West Bengal is beginning to take shape as counting trends from the ongoing assembly elections show the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) moving ahead of its rivals. The early figures suggest that the party may be on course to secure a majority, posing a serious challenge to the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC). For years, the state’s politics has largely revolved around Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and her party. However, the current trends indicate that voter sentiment may be changing, with the BJP making gains not only in its traditional areas…

04 May

Assembly Elections Result 2026: Vote Counting Starts Simultaneously Across Key States and UT

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The process of counting votes for recently held Assembly elections got underway on Monday morning across West Bengal, Assam, Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Puducherry, with authorities ensuring high levels of security and coordination. In West Bengal, considered one of the most closely watched contests, counting operations began at designated centres under strict surveillance. A large deployment of central forces alongside state police has been made to maintain law and order. Officials confirmed that electronic voting machines have been kept under tight security, with multiple checks in place to ensure transparency throughout the process. Assam is witnessing…

04 May

Eight Killed in Chain-Reaction Accident in UP’s Ambedkar Nagar; Driver Absconding

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Uttar Pradesh (Rajeev Sharma): A devastating late-night incident in Ambedkar Nagar resulted in the deaths of eight people after a speeding car crashed into a group of locals gathered at an accident site. Police said the accident unfolded near Ashrafpur Bhua village along the Jalalpur–Akbarpur road on Sunday night. Two motorcycles had collided moments earlier, leaving riders injured and prompting nearby residents to assemble and offer assistance. As people crowded the roadside, a high-speed car suddenly ploughed into the group, leaving multiple individuals critically injured. Eyewitnesses described scenes of chaos as victims were thrown aside by the impact. Emergency services…

03 May

Supreme Court to Hear Petition Seeking Restricted Aadhaar Issuance to Children to Curb Misuse

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): The Supreme Court of India is scheduled to hear a Public Interest Litigation on Monday that seeks to fundamentally alter the issuance of Aadhaar numbers to prevent potential misuse by illegal infiltrators. The petition, filed by advocate Ashwini Upadhyay, is listed before a bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi on May 4. The petitioner has requested the court to direct the Unique Identification Authority of India to restrict the issuance of new Aadhaar numbers primarily to children up to the age of six years, while implementing significantly more stringent guidelines…

03 May

Judge’s body found hanging at Delhi residence; Probe on

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Rajeev Sharma :- Delhi Judicial Officer Aman Kumar Sharma (35) was found dead at his residence in the Safdarjung/Green Park area. His body was found hanging at the residence. Police teams reached the spot after being alerted and have initiated an investigation into the incident. Delhi Police said all possible angles are being examined and further details are awaited as the inquiry is underway.

03 May

Jabalpur Boat Mishap: 12 Dead, Intensive Search Underway for Missing Person

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Jabalpur (Rajeev Sharma): The toll from the tragic boat accident at Bargi Dam has risen to 12, with authorities confirming the recovery of another victim on Sunday. Rescue teams are still searching for one individual who remains untraceable. The incident occurred when a passenger vessel overturned during adverse weather conditions in Jabalpur earlier this week. Officials said the boat, which had been in operation for nearly two decades, lost balance amid strong winds, leading to the disaster. Police sources revealed that a large-scale search effort is ongoing, covering an extensive stretch of the reservoir. Teams are scanning deep waters to…

03 May

Fatal Blaze in Shahdara Apartment Leaves Nine Dead, Probe Underway

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Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): A tragic fire incident in Shahdara claimed the lives of nine residents after flames engulfed a residential building in the Vivek Vihar locality during the early hours of Saturday. According to officials, the blaze began before dawn and rapidly spread through multiple floors of the four-storey structure, particularly affecting upper-level flats. Emergency teams responded swiftly, with firefighters, police personnel, and disaster response units working together to control the situation and evacuate occupants. Rescuers managed to pull out several individuals from the building, while a few injured persons were taken to Guru Teg Bahadur Hospital for treatment. Authorities…

02 May

Andaman and Nicobar Islands Set Guinness World Record for World’s Largest Underwater National Flag

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Sri Vijaya Puram (Gurpreet Singh): The Andaman and Nicobar administration achieved a historic milestone on Saturday by setting a new Guinness World Record for the largest underwater national flag. The massive Tricolour, which measures approximately 60 by 40 metres, was unfurled at the renowned Radhanagar beach on Swaraj Dweep, also known as Havelock Island. The event took place in the presence of high-ranking officials including Lieutenant Governor D K Joshi, Chief Secretary Chandra Bhushan Kumar, and Director General of Police H S Dhaliwal, marking a significant moment for the islands’ maritime and national history. The complex operation required meticulous coordination…