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Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing a public rally in Sitamarhi, Bihar, on Saturday, took a sharp swipe at the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), accusing the party of promoting a culture of crime and fear. Reviving his trademark ‘katta’ jibe, Modi said Bihar had moved past an era when “people carried kattas and shouted ‘hands up’,” stressing that today’s youth should be builders of startups, not followers of gangsters. PM Modi Slams ‘Katta Sarkar’ “In the past, Bihar saw a culture where people carried katta (country-made pistols) and shouted ‘hands up’. But that era is over,” Modi declared. “Today, Bihar needs…

India, Armenia discuss bilateral, regional and global issues at 11th FOC in Yerevan Yerevan, Nov 8 (IANS) India and Armenia held the 11th Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) in Yerevan, where both sides discussed the entire gamut of bilateral relations as well as regional and global issues of mutual interest, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced on Saturday. According to the MEA, the two sides also exchanged views on regional and global issues of mutual interest, including cooperation in multilateral fora. The Indian delegation was led by Sibi George, MEA Secretary (West), while the Armenian delegation was led by Mnatsakan…

Breakfast is often called the most important meal of the day — and for good reason. It sets the tone for your energy, metabolism, and mental alertness. However, if you’ve developed the habit of eating breakfast late or skipping it altogether, it might be more than just a busy morning routine. Research suggests that irregular breakfast timing can be linked to aging-related health problems, including metabolic decline, slower digestion, and increased risk of chronic diseases. Why Breakfast Timing Matters The body’s internal clock, known as the circadian rhythm, regulates when we sleep, eat, and burn energy. When you eat breakfast…

The first phase of the Bihar Assembly Elections has recorded an impressive 65.08% voter turnout, signaling a notable increase in civic participation compared to the previous election, which saw 57% overall polling. Election Commission officials clarified that this figure was released after the completion of the Summary Intensive Revision (SIR) process, during which around 69 lakh names were removed from the voter list. Despite this, the turnout indicates a rise in awareness among voters, reflecting positively on the democratic process. Political reactions have begun pouring in from all major parties. NDA leaders, including Chirag Paswan and Samrat Choudhary, have claimed…

MoS Margherita welcomed by La Paz Mayor in Bolivia, discusses strengthening cooperation La Paz, Nov 8 (IANS) Union Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita was warmly received and honoured by the Mayor of La Paz, Ivan Arias, at the historic Palacio Consistorial in Bolivia. Both sides held a warm and cordial discussion aimed at strengthening cooperation between India and Bolivia across diverse areas such as yoga, culture, healthcare, urban planning, and the promotion of Gandhian philosophy. “Happy to receive this honour on behalf of the people of India. Grateful to Mayor of La Paz, Mr. Iván Arias, and…

Sugarcane farmers in north Karnataka, who have been protesting for nine days in the Belagavi region for better prices for their produce due to a production surplus, decided on Friday to call off their protest. This decision followed the state government’s announcement of an increase in the purchase price from Rs 3,200 per tonne to Rs 3,300 per tonne.The decision to provide a subsidy of Rs 100, with Rs 50 from the state and Rs 50 from factory owners, over and above the remunerative price fixed by the Central government, was taken following a nearly seven-hour meeting held by Karnataka…

Show Quick Read Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom Motihari/Purnea, Nov 7 (PTI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday accused the Congress and RJD of tarnishing Bihar’s glorious tradition and dividing the state, while alleging that the parties looted its resources during their rule. Addressing rallies in Motihari and Bettiah, Adityanath said, “This election is between good governance and ‘jungle raaj’. The same people who threw Bihar into an era of caste conflict, massacres, kidnappings, and robberies between 1990 and 2005 are now seeking votes in new packaging.” “They fueled caste violence under the dim light…

South Korea: Defense ministry condemns North Korea’s launch of short-range ballistic missile Seoul, Nov 8 (IANS) South Korea’s defence ministry on Saturday “strongly denounced” the North’s suspected ballistic missile launch, calling for the North to halt acts that heighten tension between the Koreas. “The South’s military strongly condemns the recent ballistic missile launch by the North, and expresses deep regret for (the North’s) statement denouncing South Korea-US annual exercises and conference,” the ministry said in a notice to the press. It also called on North Korea to “immediately halt” all acts heightening tensions between the two Koreas. The statement came…

South Korea: Ex-President Yoon refuses appearance for questioning by special counsel Seoul, Nov 8 (IANS) Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol did not appear on Saturday for questioning by a special counsel team over his alleged interference in a military probe into the 2023 death of a young Marine. Special counsel Lee Myeong-hyeon’s team summoned Yoon on Monday, ordering him to appear for questioning at 10 a.m. Saturday. The special counsel team previously demanded his appearance on October 23, but the former president did not comply, citing the trial schedules of his lawyers. Yoon, who is in custody over…

Indian diplomatic missions worldwide celebrate 150 years of ‘Vande Matram’ Santiago, Nov 8 (IANS) Several Indian diplomatic missions worldwide hosted collective renditions of India’s national song “Vande Mataram” to commemorate 150 years since its composition, reflecting the nation’s cultural pride and the enduring spirit of patriotism. The year 2025 marks the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram. The national song was composed during the auspicious occasion of Akshaya Navami on November 7, 1875. It first appeared in the literary journal Bangadarshan as part of Bankim Chandra Chatterjee’s celebrated novel Anandamath. In Chile, the Indian Embassy in Santiago organised a mass singing…