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SC stays Calcutta HC verdict disqualifying Mukul Roy under anti-defection law

New Delhi, Jan 16 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Friday stayed the operation of the Calcutta High Court judgment disqualifying senior politician Mukul Roy from the West Bengal Legislative Assembly under the anti-defection law.
A Bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi passed the interim order while issuing notice on a petition filed by Subhranshu Roy, son of Mukul Roy, challenging the High Court’s decision.
The Bench directed that the High Court’s judgment shall remain in abeyance for the time being.
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Shivraj Singh Chouhan launches AI-powered “Bharat-VISTAAR” platform to empower farmers

17 Feb 2026 | 12:45 PM

New Delhi, Feb 17 (UNI) Minister for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare and Rural Development, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, on Tuesday launched a new digital platform, “Bharat-VISTAAR,” in Jaipur, alongside Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma, aimed at empowering farmers across the country.

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CBSE exams begin: Delhi CM urges students to appear cheerful, show brilliance

17 Feb 2026 | 12:16 PM

New Delhi, Feb 17 (UNI) With the Class 10 and 12 board examinations conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) commencing on Tuesday, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta encouraged students to appear for the exams with a cheerful mind and showcase their brilliance.

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Akhilesh Yadav alleges conspiracy to delete PDA votes, accuses BJP and Election Commission of collusion

17 Feb 2026 | 12:14 PM

New Delhi, Feb 17 (UNI) Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav on Tuesday launched a sharp attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party, accusing it of orchestrating a large-scale conspiracy to delete the names of voters from backward classes, Dalits and minorities through the misuse of Form-7 applications. In a detailed message posted on his WhatsApp channel, Yadav also alleged that the Election Commission of India was turning a “blind eye” to the alleged irregularities.

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Rahul Gandhi pays tribute to Karpoori Thakur on his death anniversary

17 Feb 2026 | 11:39 AM

New Delhi, Feb 17 (UNI) ‎Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Monday paid homage to former Bihar Chief Minister Karpoori Thakur on his death anniversary, remembering him as a steadfast champion of social justice and the rights of the marginalized.

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