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Will conduct thorough introspection of bypoll results in Bankipur, Datia: BJP chief Nitin Nabin

BJP president Nitin Nabin accepted the people's mandate in three assembly by-elections. The party will conduct a thorough introspection of election results in Bihar and Madhya Pradesh. BJP faced defeats in Bihar's Bankipur and Madhya Pradesh's Datia assembly seats. However, the party retained the Manjalpur assembly seat in Gujarat.

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Hepatitis B Infection Is Spreading Through Indian Households and Most Carriers Skip Screening

India's hepatitis B numbers are larger than most people realiseThe World Health Organization estimates that India has approximately 40 million people living with chronic hepatitis B infection, roughly 3 to 4 percent of the population. That figure makes India one of the highest-burden countries in the world, sitting alongside sub-Saharan…

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Backrooms to Bankipur: The making of Prashant Kishor the politician

In a remarkable turn, Prashant Kishor clinched his first electoral win in the Bankipur byelection. This achievement not only imparts democratic legitimacy to his career but also signifies his shift from political strategist to direct politician. With his Jan Suraaj Party securing its inaugural legislative seat, Kishor is poised for…

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Prashant Kishor in the house! Strategist's big political gamble may finally be paying off

Prashant Kishor is poised for a significant electoral victory in the Bankipur bypoll. This win could redefine his career from strategist to elected politician. He is leading comfortably against the BJP's Neeraj Kumar in a key constituency. The outcome signifies a personal mandate after years of advising others. This election…

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Weather update (August 3): IMD issues heavy rain alert for Delhi, Kerala, Bihar and other regions; check state-wise forecast

The India Meteorological Department has issued weather warnings for Monday, August 3. Heavy to very heavy rainfall is expected across Arunachal Pradesh, Bihar, and Sub-Himalayan West Bengal. Many other states will also witness heavy showers accompanied by thunderstorms and strong winds. Squally weather is forecast over adjoining seas with wind…

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India's next election could be decided by Gen Zs in Hindi heartland

India's next election could hinge on Gen Z voters concentrated in the Hindi heartland. A TOI analysis based on UN population estimates, Census projections and USC research shows Bihar, UP and Jharkhand have the highest shares of young voters, reshaping future electoral strategies.

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Weather updates today, August 2: IMD issues rain alert; check if your state is on the list

Weather updates today, August 2: Widespread rainfall is forecast across India from August 2 to 7. Northwest, central, and eastern regions will experience heavy showers and thunderstorms. Many states including Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan anticipate significant precipitation. Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir are also expected to receive widespread rain.…

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Centre releases additional Rs 1,09,019 crore tax devolution to states to boost capital spending

The Union government released an additional Rs 1,09,019 crore tax devolution on August 1, 2026. This amount is separate from the scheduled monthly devolution for August. The move aims to strengthen state finances and boost developmental expenditure. Uttar Pradesh received the largest share of this additional fund. Other states like…

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Nepal communal tensions: Security tightened in Bihar's Madhubani border district

Security has been heightened along the India-Nepal border in Madhubani district. This action follows recent communal violence that erupted in Nepal's Sunsari province. Authorities imposed curfews and prohibitory orders in affected Nepalese districts. Nepalese officials imposed an indefinite curfew in parts of Saptari district. Indian police are conducting surveillance and…

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NHAI to bid out 54 highway projects worth Rs 1.80 lakh cr in FY27

National Highways Authority of India plans to bid out 54 projects this fiscal year. These projects will cover 2,442 kilometers with a capital cost of Rs 1.80 lakh crore. This is a significant reduction compared to the previous year's identified projects. Projects will be awarded across thirteen states using various…

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An army aspirant, a bystander, a minor: The unanswered bullets of Siwan NEET protest after AK-47 video

Dhiraj Kumar Gond is waiting outside Medanta Hospital in Patna. He is attending to his cousin Bullet Kumar Gond, who was shot at in Siwan during the Bihar Bandh protest against paper leaks on July 25.

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Weather forecast for July 31, 2026: Check IMD rain alerts for Delhi, Gujarat, Kerala and more

Heavy rainfall is expected across large parts of India on Friday. Active monsoon conditions will persist over north, central, east, and southern regions. Several states are likely to witness heavy to very heavy rainfall. Thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds have also been forecast. Intense monsoon activity will continue…

The Economic Times

Bankipur bypoll records 11.5% turnout till 11 am; Prashant Kishor alleges police targeting Jan Suraaj workers

Bankipur bypoll saw 11.5% voter turnout by 11 am today. Prashant Kishor alleged police detained Jan Suraaj workers before voting. Election officials reported peaceful polling across 422 stations. Prominent leaders cast their votes and appealed for enthusiastic participation. Police stated preventive custody was for violating the silence period.

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Bankipur bypoll: Prashant Kishor accuses Bihar Police of detaining supporters at BJP's behest

Prashant Kishor alleged Bihar Police detained his supporters before the Bankipur by-election. He accused the ruling BJP of using police to influence the crucial electoral contest. Kishor claimed over sixteen supporters were taken into custody without formal records. He stated the BJP feared defeat and devised a plan to hold…

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Voting underway for bypolls in Bihar, Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat; BJP, RJD exude confidence in Bankipur

Voting commenced for by-elections in Bihar's Bankipur and Madhya Pradesh's Datia constituencies. Gujarat's Manjalpur Assembly seat also saw polling begin on Thursday. The counting of votes for all three by-elections is scheduled for August 3. BJP leaders expressed confidence in securing victories in these crucial contests. Opposition parties also voiced…

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Weather Tomorrow, July 30: Rain Alert for UP, Bihar, Delhi, Rajasthan, Maharashtra and Karnataka; IMD warns of heavy showers across states

Weather Tomorrow, July 30: Active monsoon conditions will bring widespread rainfall across North, Central, and East India. Delhi-NCR, Punjab, and Uttar Pradesh anticipate rain and thunderstorms with heavy alerts. Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh are set for moderate to heavy showers, impacting daily life. Eastern states like Bihar and West Bengal…

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Prime Minister cancelled Bihar tour realising BJP will lose Bankipur bypoll: Tejashwi Yadav

Tejashwi Yadav alleged Prime Minister Modi cancelled his Bihar visit. This cancellation occurred due to anticipated defeat in the Bankipur bypoll. Student unrest and government unpopularity were cited as reasons for the expected loss. The Bihar government announced withdrawal of cases against protesters. Yadav demanded a judicial inquiry into police…

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India’s Cockroach movement threatens to restart protests after mass student arrests

Cockroach Janta party says government has broken promise, with detentions in Delhi, Assam, West Bengal and Bihar

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India’s ‘cockroach’ protesters threaten to hit the streets again over mass arrests

Over 100 people have been arrested across India in days following nationwide protests against country’s education minister

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‘Breach of promise’: How BJP states cracked down on student protesters

The Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) called off student protests at Jantar Mantar after receiving assurances, among other things, that no criminal cases would be pursued against protesters across the country. And yet, police in various parts of the country booked protesters on various charges, including attempt-to-murder.

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Arvind Kejriwal hits out at BJP over 'use of AK-47' on student protesters in Bihar

Arvind Kejriwal criticised the BJP over an AK-47 allegedly used at a Bihar student protest. A video showed a constable firing an AK-47 during the protest on July 25. The constable was suspended on Monday after the video went viral on social media. Kejriwal questioned if students should be treated…

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CJP says, 'govt representatives assured FIR withdrawal, release of detainees in Bihar, Assam'

Taking to X, the CJP chief spokesperson said, "Hours after our press conference, Government's representatives met us. The meeting lasted for 2-3 hours. They shared copies of the Bihar and Assam notifications guaranteeing FIR withdrawals, no action in future, and release of all detainees and arrestees".

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India activists demand release of detained 'cockroach' protesters

NEW DELHI - India's youth-led "cockroach" movement, whose nationwide protests forced the resignation of the education minister, urged authorities on Monday to release all detained demonstrators.

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The ‘cockroaches’ and the faces behind India’s exam protest movement

Bihar's government will withdraw legal actions against NEET-UG protestors. This decision follows the Cockroach Janta Party's call to end demonstrations. Abhijeet Dipke and Sonam Wangchuk were key figures in the movement. The CJP transformed from an online identity into a nationwide campaign. Their efforts focused on examination reforms and accountability…

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Bihar govt assures no action against NEET protestors, to withdraw FIRs and release detainees

Bihar government will not pursue legal action against NEET protest participants. All arrests and detentions related to protests before July 26 will cease. The government will immediately begin withdrawing all related FIRs and notices. This decision ensures no future action will be taken against these individuals. The state aims to…

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