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PoliticsMaharashtra has declared drought in 74% of its area, affecting 265 out of 358 talukas. The drought declaration follows the activation of Trigger-1, the first stage in the state's drought framework, which occurs when rainfall deficit exceeds 25% along with a dry spell lasting 21 days or more.
NDTV·9h ago·Maharashtra
PoliticsThe Press Information Bureau (PIB) Fact Check has debunked claims that President Droupadi Murmu returned the West Bengal Public Safety and Control of Anti-Social Activities Bill, 2026. The Ministry of Home Affairs clarified the bill is still under examination. PIB urged the public to avoid misleading reports and rely on verified information regarding the bill's status.
News18·31m ago·Kolkata
SportsIndia's bowling coach Morne Morkel emphasized the important leadership roles of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma in the ODI team as the 2027 World Cup approaches. Speaking before the ODI series against West Indies, Morkel praised captain Shubman Gill's performance but stressed that Kohli and Rohit guide him and younger players with their experience, positively shaping the team environment.
NDTV Cricket·2h ago
PoliticsCongress leader Pawan Khera criticized the Election Commission of India's recent clarification on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR), calling it weak and delayed. He demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, citing unresolved issues including 97 missing voter names from Goa and concerns over Form-6 changes. Khera also questioned the formation of a committee to review ECINET and the effectiveness of voter list updates for first-time voters.
Amar Ujala·13h ago
PoliticsBJP allies in the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) welcomed the Election Commission of India's statement addressing media reports of a rift between Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi regarding the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise. The statement aimed to clarify misconceptions and resolve doubts.
Times of India·52m ago
EntertainmentAvengers: Endgame Encore, the special theatrical re-release of the 2019 Marvel blockbuster with about five minutes of new footage, has collected ₹7.65 crore on its second day in India. Combined with ₹7.25 crore from day one, the total box office collection after two days is ₹14.90 crore. It may become one of India's highest-earning re-releases.
HT Entertainment·43m ago
NDTV·9h ago·Maharashtra
Maharashtra has declared drought in 74% of its area, affecting 265 out of 358 talukas. The drought declaration follows the activation of Trigger-1, the first stage in the state's drought framework, which occurs when rainfall deficit exceeds 25% along with a dry spell lasting 21 days or more.
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