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After NDA landslide, CPIML(L) Leader warns of opposition-free democracy, decries cash sops

By Kamal Kant Sahay
Patna, Nov. 16 (UNI) The National Democratic Alliance's sweeping victory in the Bihar assembly elections, securing 202 seats in a contest fought against a united opposition, has left the Grand Alliance reeling and searching for answers.
Among the most outspoken voices reflecting on the defeat is CPIML (L) General Secretary Dipankar Bhattacharya, whose party's tally plunged from 12 seats in 2020 to just two this year.
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Jharkhand govt approves CS-Rank promotion for 2 1996-batch IAS officers

14 Dec 2025 | 1:26 AM

Ranchi, Dec 13 (UNI) The path has been cleared for promotion of Jharkhand-cadre IAS officer Vandana Dadel and Principal Secretary of the Drinking Water Department Mast Ram Meena to the rank of Chief Secretary (CS).

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TMC describes stadium chaos as regrettable, points to BJP for 'provocation'

14 Dec 2025 | 12:27 AM

Kolkata, Dec 13 (UNI) West Bengal's ruling Trinamool Congress on Saturday described the Salt Lake Stadium chaos during Lionel Messi's mega show as deeply regrettable owing to mismanagement by the private organisers and also blamed BJP-backed elements carrying saffron flags for raising "provocative" slogans.
The party in a statement said the incident that unfolded in the stadium today was deeply regrettable and must never be allowed to happen again.

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Protect rights of children: Chairperson Manipur Child Rights Commission

14 Dec 2025 | 12:27 AM

Imphal, Dec 13 (UNI) A one-day consultation on ethical media practices for safeguarding child rights and dignity in Manipur was held today at the auditorium of the Directorate of Information and Public Relations (DIPR), Manipur.

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Gov slams ‘systemic failure’ after being unable to enter stadium amid Messi event chaos

14 Dec 2025 | 12:03 AM

Kolkata, Dec 13 (UNI): West Bengal Governor C V Ananda Bose on Saturday expressed shock and anguish over what he described as a complete breakdown of administration and planning at Yuva Bharati Krirangan (Salt Lake Stadium), where large-scale chaos erupted during Argentine football icon Lionel Messi’s visit to the city.

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Governor slams ‘systemic failure’ after being denied entry at Salt Lake Stadium amid Messi event chaos

14 Dec 2025 | 12:01 AM

Kolkata, Dec 13 (UNI) West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose on Saturday expressed shock and anguish over what he described as a complete breakdown of administration and planning at Yuva Bharati Krirangan (Salt Lake Stadium), where large-scale chaos erupted during Argentine football icon Lionel Messi’s visit to the city.

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