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A political storm erupted in West Bengal as AJUP chief Humayun Kabir vowed to conduct cow slaughter for Eid, defying state restrictions. He insisted the Quran mandates it, challenging the government's notice. BJP countered, emphasizing law enforcement and opposing illegal slaughter, while some Muslim leaders urged respect for cows.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay appointed his spiritual advisor as Officer on Special Duty. Public outcry led to the swift revocation of this appointment. This event underscores the deep-rooted influence of astrology in Indian politics. Many leaders privately consult astrologers for crucial decisions. This practice continues despite public scrutiny and modern governance.

Rajahmundry's new 10-court building, costing Rs 36.85 crore, was inaugurated by AP High Court Chief Justice Lisa Gill. The facility boasts a vulnerable witness centre, mediation services, and video conferencing. Justice Gill stressed infrastructure's role in public trust and cautioned against over-reliance on AI, advocating for independent thought and expanded mediation.

Palnadu district leads Andhra Pradesh in recovering lost mobile phones via the CEIR system, earning the state's "Best Recovery Award." NTR and Eluru districts also secured top positions. Police successfully returned thousands of devices to owners, showcasing effective use of technology to aid citizens and improve public services across the state.

Early trends show the NDA, led by AINRC, is set to retain power in Puducherry. Chief Minister N Rangasamy secured the Thattanchavady seat, a key victory. The Congress-DMK alliance struggles, indicating a fragmented opposition. The NDA's organizational strength and voter outreach appear to have secured them another term, promising continuity in governance.

The Delhi High Court examined the impugned order and the reasons furnished by the petitioner and found no merit in the challenge. The Court specifically rejected the submissions that the petitioner’s lack of awareness of tax laws or his alleged illiteracy could justify the delay. It held that such a plea was not tenable in law.

A senior advocate from Hyderabad, B Srinivasa Rao, tragically died when a fly ash tanker overturned onto his car at the Keesara toll plaza. The tanker reportedly lost control due to brake failure, crushing the BMW. Rescue operations were challenging due to the severe impact.

Puducherry's 9.5 lakh voters will elect 294 candidates across 30 Assembly seats on April 9. The ruling NDA faces a challenge from the INDIA bloc and actor Vijay's TVK party. Chief Minister N Rangasamy is contesting from two constituencies as all arrangements are in place for the polls.

A nine-judge Supreme Court bench, comprising judges from diverse faiths and a woman, will hear crucial cases on women's rights versus religious practices starting April 7. This bench aims to settle long-standing disputes, including women's entry into temples, mosques, and Parsi fire temples, and the practice of FGM. The court's 2018 Sabarimala judgment sparked these broader legal challenges.

State authorities seem to have given Hyderabad's 'green' concerns a quiet burial. Apart from turning a blind eye to illegal tree fellings in the city, officials have also axed (it exists only on paper now) the three-year-old tree protection committee that was constituted to check such green murders.

Twenty-three police officers from the state awarded Police Medals for distinguished service and Indian Police Medal for meritorious service in the year 2008.

Twenty-three police officers from the state were on Sunday awarded Police Medals for distinguished service and Indian Police Medal for meritorious service.

Sanjay Sharma (name changed) a resident of Hitec City, who runs a consultancy firm is not sure if he will vote this year.

GUNTUR: Farmers in the Tobacco Board finally succeeded in sidelining traders' lobby in the elections to the sub-committees.

BANGALORE : The Congress on Friday announced a 71-member AICC list from Karnataka, which includes KPCC president V.S.Koujalgi, Chief Minister S.M.Krishna, Oscar Fernandes, C.K.Jaffer Sharief, B.Shankaranand, S.Bangarappa, M.Veerappa Moily, Margaret Alva, B.Janardana Poojary, K.R.Krishna Murthy.

HYDERABAD: The Congress on Friday released its first list of 68 candidates for the Assembly elections.

In a major development in the gutka scam, the Union home ministry has accorded sanction to prosecute former DGPs T K Rajendran and S George. Sources in the TN home department confirmed receiving a communique from the Centre.

Karnataka Media Academy Awards were announced on Monday for the year 2008-09. M B Maramkal, special correspondent, The Times of India, Mysore, is among the 26 who have won the awards for their work in the field of journalism so far.

Senior cricket administrator CR Mohan was elected as Krishna District Cricket Association (KDCA) treasurer on Wednesday.

AP high court on Monday directed the irrigation department officials to take necessary action to prevent illegal excavation of gravel and soil along the Polavaram right canal bund in Gannavaram, Agiripalli and Vijayawada rural mandals. The high court issued notices to the respondents to file counter affidavits in the matter.

Indian startups must be taken onboard from the beginning - right from incubation to securing seed funding to identifying a facility for prototyping - so that they understand the ecosystem available to them.

RAJAHMUNDRY: It’s neck and neck fight between the ruling TDP and Congress party in the Rajahmundry civic polls.