August 8, 2026 8:04 PM

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Jharkhand Students’ Agitation Over Exam Irregularities Intensifies

The students’ agitation in Jharkhand over alleged irregularities in JPSC, JSSC and other competitive examinations is intensifying. The matter has now reached the Supreme Court, while talks between the state government and various student organisations are underway.    A petition has been filed in th...

August 8, 2026 8:00 PM

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UPI Payments to Remain Free for Consumers: Govt

The Government has clarified that UPI will remain free for consumers and all Person-to-Person transactions will continue to be free of charge. The Finance Ministry in a statement said, consumers will not face any transaction charges while making payments through UPI, while the vast majority of merch...

August 8, 2026 7:45 PM

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I-Day Celebrations: IAF Band to Perform in Thiruvananthapuram on August 12, 13

As part of the 80th Independence Day celebrations, Defence Forces and other Armed Forces across the country will organise special band performances. In Keralam, under the aegis of the Southern Air Command, the Indian Air Force Band will present a musical tribute to the nation at the Nishagandhi Audi...

August 8, 2026 7:28 PM

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Har Ghar Tiranga Campaign to Begin Across Tripura Tomorrow

The Har Ghar Tiranga campaign will begin across Tripura tomorrow along with the rest of the country and continue until August 17. Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha has appealed to the people of the state to make the campaign a success by hoisting the national flag at their homes and institutions. The Ch...

August 8, 2026 5:18 PM

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US Senate Confirms Todd Blanche as Attorney General

The US Senate has confirmed Todd Blanche as Attorney General, giving President Donald Trump’s former personal defence lawyer formal command of the Department of Justice.   The Republican-led Senate voted 50 to 49 today to confirm Blanche, making him the second attorney general confirmed since Trump ...

August 8, 2026 4:47 PM

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VP C. P. Radhakrishnan Arrives in Sri Vijaya Puram on Two-Day Andaman Visit

Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan arrived at Sri Vijaya Puram today on a two-day visit to the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.     On his arrival at INS Utkrosh, the Vice President was accorded a ceremonial reception and Guard of Honour. Mr Radhakrishnan will visit the National Memorial Cellular Jail t...

August 8, 2026 4:40 PM

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BJP Accuses AAP Govt of Failing to Maintain Law and Order in Punjab

The BJP has alleged that the law and order situation in Punjab has deteriorated under the Aam Aadmi Party government in the state. Addressing a Press Conference in New Delhi today, BJP MP Tarun Chugh has claimed that law and order in Punjab is ‘on a ventilator’ and alleged that doctors, lawyers, bus...

August 8, 2026 5:14 PM

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IAF Band to Perform at National War Memorial on Aug 9

The Indian Air Force Band will perform at the National War Memorial in New Delhi tomorrow to commemorate Independence Day. The Defence Ministry said that the display of musical patriotism aims to foster national pride through public engagement while celebrating one hundred fifty years of the Nationa...