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People in Mauritius, Australia celebrate Chhath Puja with vibrant festivities Port Louis, Oct 28 (IANS) Chhath Puja was celebrated across Mauritius and Australia on Tuesday with utmost devotion and festivities, as people marked the conclusion of the four-day auspicious festival. One of the most significant Hindu festivals, Chhath Puja, is primarily observed in Bihar, Jharkhand, and eastern Uttar Pradesh. It is also celebrated in parts of Nepal and among Indian communities worldwide. Indian High Commissioner to Mauritius, Anurag Srivastava, on Tuesday joined in the Chhath Mahaparv celebration. The event, organised by the Swastikam Foundation in Mauritius, was attended by Mauritian…

The Karnataka High Court has observed that a consensual relationship that breaks down cannot be the source of a criminal offence except under certain circumstances. The order was pronounced Saturday by Justice M Nagaprasanna, who quashed proceedings related to rape against a man residing in Bengaluru. The case pertains to a couple who had met over a dating app and kept in touch for some years, sending images and messages to each other over social media. They met each other in August last year and allegedly got physically intimate at a hotel in Bengaluru. Two days later, the woman filed…

As Bihar gears up for the Assembly elections, the stage is set for another high-stakes political showdown. Voting will take place on November 6 and 11, while the results for all 243 seats will be declared on November 14. The contest once again pits the ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA) against the opposition Mahagathbandhan (Grand Alliance) in a clash that could reshape the state’s political future. Over the past 25 years, Bihar’s politics has witnessed a complete transformation, including shifting caste equations to changing party loyalties and alliance realignments. The Grand Alliance, led by Tejashwi Yadav, faces an uphill task…

South Korea, Japan arranging summit talks between Lee, Takaichi for Oct 30: Report Seoul, Oct 28 (IANS) South Korea and Japan have been arranging bilateral summit talks between South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and Japan’s new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi later this week, a media report showed on Tuesday. Seoul and Tokyo are seeking to arrange the summit for Thursday, the Japanese newspaper Asahi Shimbun said, noting that the leaders of the two countries both appear to seek to maintain the momentum to improve bilateral ties. The envisioned meeting comes as Takaichi is expected to arrive in South Korea…

Oats are often hailed as one of the healthiest breakfast options — and for good reason! Packed with essential nutrients, fiber, and antioxidants, oats provide long-lasting energy, improve digestion, and support overall well-being. Whether enjoyed as a warm bowl of oatmeal, in smoothies, or as overnight oats, this wholesome grain can truly transform your mornings and your health. Here are 10 amazing health benefits of eating oats for breakfast every day:- 1. Helps in Weight Management Add Zee News as a Preferred Source Oats are rich in soluble fiber, particularly beta-glucan, which keeps you full for longer periods. Eating oats…

Indian envoy to UN briefs visiting parliamentary delegation on ‘multi-faceted’ bilateral ties New York, Oct 28 (IANS) India’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations in New York, Ambassador Parvathaneni Harish, briefed the visiting Indian delegation on the multi-faceted nature of India-UN partnership. The 13-member delegation is led by BJP MP Daggubati Purandeswari. They met the Indian envoy on Monday (local time) to discuss the India-UN relations. Taking to X, Ambassador Harish said, “We gain a lot from their leadership. A great opportunity for the Team Permanent Mission of India to the United Nations in New York to learn from their…

India wary as possible delay in Nepal polls opens space for external influence New Delhi, Oct 28 (IANS) India is keeping a close watch on the political developments in Nepal as stability in the country is crucial, since the two countries share a 1,700-kilometre border. Officials said that India is wary of external influence in Nepal, and hence, elections must be held soon. Currently, there is an interim government in place, and this was installed following the Gen Z protests during which 73 people died. The K. P. Oli government was thrown out following protests. Indian agencies suspect that external…

Major boost to Karnataka’s economy as the State High-Level Clearance Committee (SHLCC) approves 13 projects worth ₹27,607 crore, creating over 8,700 new jobs.In a major economic development, the Government of Karnataka has approved investment projects worth ₹27,607 crore through the State High-Level Clearance Committee (SHLCC). The decision covers 13 key projects across multiple districts, promising a strong boost to industrial growth and employment generation in the state.Also Read:Ramalinga Reddy slams e-bus operators for poor performance, seeks central review after 35 deathsAccording to official information, 11 new projects and 2 expansion projects have received the green light from the committee. Together,…

As the Election Commission launched the second phase of its Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in 12 states starting October 28, the nationwide drive marks a significant departure from the version first implemented in Bihar earlier this year. The new SIR reflects lessons learned and politicial aspects disocvered during the exercise in Bihar and now has softer tone on citizenship checks, redesigned forms, and wider inclusion efforts. Inclusion, Not Verification The most striking change begins right at the start in the enumeration phase. In Bihar, this stage caused friction and anxiety among voters registered after 2003, the year of the state’s…

Kuala Lumpur, Oct 28 (IANS) The Kuala Lumpur Declaration reaffirmed the participating countries’ unwavering commitment to the 2005 Kuala Lumpur Declaration on the East Asia Summit, which laid down the broad vision, principles, objectives, and modalities of the EAS. It further reiterated their dedication to the 2010 Ha Noi Declaration commemorating the fifth anniversary of the EAS, the 2015 Kuala Lumpur Declaration marking the tenth anniversary, and the 2020 Ha Noi Declaration celebrating the fifteenth anniversary. The declaration recognised that the world and the region are currently facing numerous geopolitical tensions and conflicts, along with economic uncertainties, security threats, and…