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Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday said the INDIA bloc is committed to ensuring representation for Extremely Backward Classes (EBCs) Backward Classes, Dalits, tribals, and minorities in private institutions and government contracts worth over ₹25 crore. Speaking at the ‘Ati Pichra Nyay Sankalp’ symposium in Patna, Gandhi remarked, “Even today in this country, there are Extremely Backward Classes, Backward Classes, Dalits, tribals, and minorities, all of whom don’t receive the participation they deserve. The entire country recognises this truth. We want to conduct a caste census and show the true population of Dalits, Extremely Backward Classes,…

England all-rounder Will Jacks says the leadership of Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum instils a fearless mindset in the squad, making players feel capable of taking on any opposition. Jack, who has played just two Tests for England during the 2022 Pakistan tour, where he claimed six wickets, earned a surprise recall for this year’s five-match Ashes series in Australia. Alongside his batting duties, he will also contribute to the spin department with specialist off-spinner Shoaib Bashir. He was selected over other spinners such as Rehan Ahmed, Liam Dawson, and Jack Leach. Speaking to BBC Radio 5 Live, Jacks said,…

Despite repeated threats from U.S. President Donald Trump to stop manufacturing in India, Apple Inc. is doubling down on its Indian manufacturing ambitions. The company is not only expanding iPhone assembly lines in India, but now also increasing the localisation of the production of specialised machinery critical to the process. The move comes despite Trump’s repeated pressure on Apple CEO Tim Cook to shift production back to the U.S. from India, including threats of a 25% tariff on iPhones not made domestically. In May, Trump publicly warned that iPhones sold in the U.S. should be “manufactured and built in the…

The extended Congress Working Committee (CWC), being held for the first time in Bihar since Independence, adopted a slew of resolutions on issues ranging from “vote chori” and the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in Bihar to India’s foreign policy on China and the USA.The resolutions declared that the BJP-led NDA government at the Centre was “built on a stolen mandate and rigged voter lists,” while slamming India’s foreign policy on China and the US under Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The party also reiterated its “dire apprehensions” on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in Bihar, describing it as “yet another dirty…

Festivals in India are all about delicious food, family gatherings, and endless celebrations. While they bring joy, they can also disrupt your fitness routine and affect your health. But with a little planning, you can enjoy the festivities without compromising your fitness goals. Here are some practical tips to stay fit during festivals:- 1. Balance Your Diet Add Zee News as a Preferred Source Festivals mean sweets, fried snacks, and heavy meals. Instead of depriving yourself, practice portion control. Enjoy your favorite treats in moderation and balance them with lighter, healthier meals like salads, fruits, and protein-rich foods. 2.…

New DelhiSeptember 24, 2025 05:00 PM IST First published on: Sep 24, 2025 at 05:00 PM IST The Uttar Pradesh government’s decision to ban caste-based political rallies, along with a court-ordered bar on public displays of caste names on vehicles and signboards, and mention of caste in police records, has triggered a war of words between the ruling BJP and the Opposition. The move is expected to have political implications ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections, with all UP-based parties drawing their strength from specific caste groups. While the government has said that caste-based political rallies are a “threat to…

In a landmark moment for Indian cinema, the legendary Mohanlal was recently awarded the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award at the age of 65, becoming the youngest actor to receive this highest honor. The actor’s remarkable career, spanning over 40 years and more than 340 films, has firmly cemented his status as a cinematic icon.Also read: They Call Him OG: Pawan Kalyan mania hits fever pitch as film smashes advance booking recordsFrom powerful dramas to light-hearted comediesMohanlal’s versatility, which ranges from powerful dramas to light-hearted comedies, has endeared him to audiences across generations. His ability to seamlessly shift between complex characters…

Senior Congress leaders sharpened their attack on the ruling NDA, alleging widespread electoral malpractice and institutional subversion during the extended Congress Working Committee (CWC) meeting held in Patna on Wednesday. Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh said, “Rahul ji has said that in the next one month mini-hydrogen bomb, hydrogen bomb, plutonium bomb and other bombs will be dropped at different places. Mahadevpura was just the beginning.” #WATCH | Patna, Bihar | On ‘Vote Chori Abhiyan, Congress leader Jairam Ramesh says, “Rahul ji has said that in the next one month mini-hydrogen bomb, hydrogen bomb, plutonium bomb and other bombs…

Despite DCM DK Shivakumar’s assurance of filling 1,000 potholes a day, Outer Ring Road continues to witness accidents, the latest leaving a 39-year-old woman seriously injured.Bengaluru’s pothole crisis on Outer Ring Road (ORR) is back in focus, despite Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar’s assurances that the government is filling nearly 1,000 potholes every day across the city. The crucial IT corridor has drawn national attention, with companies like BlackBuck even vacating offices citing “roads full of potholes and dust, coupled with the lowest intent to get them rectified.”Also Read:Bengaluru pothole crisis forces BlackBuck to exit Bellandur, ORR traffic woes hit…

KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukrainians were cautious Wednesday in their response to a surprise pivot in U.S. President Donald Trump’s views on their prospects for defeating Russian’s invasion, after he said they could win the three-year war and retake land captured by Russia.Some expressed hope that Trump’s words would be backed up by concrete support for Ukraine in Washington, while others were wary about the American president’s unpredictability.“We need such support from America, from Donald Trump, and we hope that this will continue in the future — the same rhetoric, the same attitude toward us, toward Ukraine, and toward the…