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Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru remains one of the principal architects of modern India — a statesman whose vision extended beyond the struggle for political freedom to the creation of a democratic, secular and progressive nation. His life was inseparably linked with the making of independent India, and his contribution to institution-building, parliamentary democracy, scientific advancement and international diplomacy continues to shape the Republic even today. Remembering Nehru is not merely an exercise in recalling history; it is an opportunity to revisit the foundational ideals upon which modern India was built — constitutionalism, pluralism, social justice and national unity.Born on 14 November…

Pam Bondi is the former U.S. Attorney General who was recently removed from her position by President Donald Trump in early April, and it was just revealed that she has been quietly battling thyroid cancer. Following her departure from the Justice Department—where she faced scrutiny over her handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files and was replaced by acting Attorney General Todd Blanche. As per several media reports, the 60-year-old Bondi underwent surgery and is better and recovering. Here’s all you need to know about this rare cancer, risk associated and symptoms. Read on to find out… Pam Bondi with US…

Chaitanya.MarpakwarMumbai: While Shiv Sena (UBT) MLA Aaditya Thackeray on Wednesday claimed that the BMC improvements committee referred back proposals on the SevenHills Hospitals, blood banks and land use plans after he made allegations, his party’s MLC Milind Narvekar thanked CM Devendra Fadnavis for getting the proposals deferred. Narvekar said he had called CM Devendra Fadnavis late on Tuesday, briefed him about the proposals and irregularities in them and urged him to get them deferred, to which the CM agreed.The improvements committee is led by Sandhya Doshi of Eknath Shinde’s Shiv Sena, which the opposition has alleged has backed the proposals.…

Bengaluru: A 38-year-old man, Abbas S from Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, has gone missing after landing from Abu Dhabi at the city’s Kempegowda International Airport on May 22. Abbas has been working in Abu Dhabi as a car alignment worker for the last 15 years.Abbas used to regularly visit his native place and return to Abu Dhabi after spending time with family and friends. He was under mental stress for the last 8-10 days and had informed his family that he would return home soon, according to police complaint filed by his father, Shahul Ameed I.Abbas boarded a flight from Abu…

Hyderabad: In view of heavy rush in sub-registrar offices (SROs), the Telangana govt has extended the timings of SRO offices on Wednesday till June 3. Revenue minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy said from May 29 to June 3, the SRO offices would function from morning 9.30 am to 7.30 pm. The registrations increased in the state as the state govt is planning to revise the market values of the lands for property registrations soon. The minister instructed officials to ensure that people coming for registration do not have to wait for hours and that all arrangements are made to avoid any…

Kanhu Charan Behera (27), son of fisherman Kali Charan in Sorada, clinched the 56th rank in the general category after three failed attempts. His father wanted him to settle for any job and start earning for the family. Behera coached high school students in his small house. The income provided for his OCS preparation. “Coaching students helped him study better and prepare for competitive exams,” he said. He focused only on self-studies from the internet and social media. “Determination and hard work along with blessings of parents have helped him crack the exam,” he said.T Narasingha Patro (27) of Gosaninuagaon…

Krishnagiri: A strong wind accompanied by rain, thunder and lightning damaged crops, trees and electricity infrastructure in Pochampally and surrounding areas in Krishnagiri district on Tuesday night.K Puthur village reported extensive losses where banana crops on farmland belonging to Murugan and Palani (each two acres) and Palani, Ayyappan and Appavu (each one acre) were damaged. “About five acres of banana and two acres of papaya crops were destroyed,” Murugan said. The crops were due for harvest in a few days.More than 100 coconut trees, a key source of livelihood in the area, were uprooted.Farmers demanded immediate inspection and compensation.The wind…

Mangaluru: CCB sleuths arrested two youths accused of assaulting a police constable during night beat duty in Urwa, and fleeing to Kerala after the incident. The accused are Sachin KR,24, from Kokkada, Belthangady taluk, and Chandan,24, from Puttur taluk, Dakshina Kannada.At 2.10 am on May 24, two youths arrived on a red electric scooter near Narayana Guru Community Hall Road, Kodikal, while police personnel were on beat duty in Urwa police station limits. One of the youths, who was seated pillion, allegedly suddenly attacked a police constable on the head with a piece of cement sheet, causing injuries.A case was…

Patna: Over 10,882 candidates were offered employment during the three-day ‘State-level Health and Allied Sectors Employment Fair 2026’, which concluded here at Gyan Bhawan on Wednesday. The fair, organised by the Bihar Skill Development Mission under the department of youth, employment and skill development.On the final day alone, 3,446 candidates were selected, including 2,533 men and 913 women. Additionally, 1,984 participants were shortlisted for overseas employment opportunities in countries such as Germany, Japan, UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, and Oman. Several leading healthcare institutions actively participated in the fair, including Jayprabha Medanta Superspeciality Hospital, Akhand Jyoti Eye Hospital, Mediversal, Ruban Hospital, Srijan…

Dhrubajyoti Malakar & Shikha Yadav | TNNRanchi: On the eve of Bakrid, goats with catchy names like ‘Bahubali’ and ‘Dhurandhar’ were in great demand at livestock markets in the city since Wednesday morning.Traders said that such goats are gaining popularity among customers for the festival, not just for their size but also for their unique names. However, there was muted response from buyers due to a significant rise in goat prices this year compared to previous years. According to sellers, cost of goats surged by nearly 40% compared to last year, largely due to an increase in fuel prices, which…