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‘Janaza-Ghaib (Funeral in Absentia)’ of Pahalgam Terrorist in PoK Confirms Islamabad Hand in April 22 Attack

The involvement of Pakistan in the Pahalgam terror attack is underscored by the recent funeral held for one of the terrorists killed during Operation Mahadev in Jammu and Kashmir. The attack on April 22 claimed 26 civilian lives, prompting India’s Operation Sindoor that neutralized over 100 terrorists. In a big confirmation of Pakistan’s involvement in the Pahalgam…
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Modi makes push for ‘swadeshi’ after US levies 25% tariff

Modi was addressing a public meeting in Banauli village in his parliamentary constituency Varanasi. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday called on citizens to adopt the spirit of “swadeshi” and support locally made products, stressing that true service to the nation lies in promoting indigenous goods amid global economic uncertainties. His comments came a day after US…
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Prajwal Revanna sentenced to life imprisonment in rape case

A trial court in Bengaluru on Saturday sentenced former Janata Dal (Secular) MP Prajwal Revanna to life imprisonment for repeatedly raping his maid and recording videos of the act. The Court also ordered Revanna to pay ₹11 lakh compensation to the victim. The order was passed by Additional City Civil and Sessions Judge Santhosh Gajanan Bhat. The Court had on Friday…
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Saina Nehwal Shares Pic With Parupalli Kashyap Weeks After Separation: “Sometimes…”

On July 13, Saina Nehwal, in a surprising move, announced her separation from Parupalli Kashyap. The couple, who have been together for over a decade, tied the knot in 2018. Weeks after announcing separation from husband Parupalli Kashyap, Olympic medallist shuttler Saina Nehwal has posted a picture with the former claiming that they are “trying again”. Saina…
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West Bengal launches Rs 8,000 crore initiative to address local civic issues

Government officials will be physically present in every locality to listen to grievances, register demands, and oversee the process, which will likely span over two months. The West Bengal government on Saturday launched a new outreach programme called Amader Para, Amader Samadhan (Our Neighborhood, Our Solution) to address local civic issues such as roads, drinking water, street…
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Delhi-NCR wakes up to battering rain; waterlogging, flight delays reported

New Delhi and its adjoining areas woke up to heavy rainfall on Sunday, resulting in severe waterlogging across several parts of the city, disrupting road transport and affecting flight operations. According to flight tracker FlightRadar, 98 departing flights and 27 arriving flights were delayed at Delhi International Airport, while three flights have been cancelled. Several key areas,…
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Deported Under Trump: Over 1,700 Indians Sent Back In 6 Months — Triple The Biden-Era Rate

Indian deportations from the US have surged dramatically under US President Donald Trump’s second term, with 1,703 sent back in just six months — nearly triple the rate during his predecessor, Joe Biden. Deportations of Indian nationals from the United States have sharply risen since Donald Trump returned to office in January 2025 — nearly tripling the…
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Terrorist Killed In Encounter In J&K, Army Says “Operation Akhal” Underway

Security forces launched a cordon and search operation in the forest area in the south Kashmir district’s Akhal after receiving specific intelligence inputs about the presence of terrorists on Friday. A terrorist has been killed in an ongoing encounter with security forces in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kulgam district, the Army said this morning. Security forces launched a…
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New UPI rules kick in from August 1, 2025: What changes for you

New UPI rules: Key changes include limits on balance checks and autopayments, transaction recipient visibility, and improved payment status updates. New UPI rules will be implemented on Friday, August 1. These rules will further enhance the efficiency of UPI apps and protect users from fraud. Implemented by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), they will apply…
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‘I’m Safe & I Love India’: German TikToker Noel Robinson Says After Getting Briefly Detained By Bengaluru Police For Shooting Dance Video Without Permission

In a video posted on his account, Robinson is seen dancing in traditional South Indian attire when cops arrive on the scene and escort him into a police vehicle. The video shows, officers appeared to act without giving him an opportunity to explain the situation. German TikToker Noel Robinson, known for his impromptu street dance videos and…
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Bangladeshi model arrested in Kolkata with fake Aadhar, other Indian documents

According to the police, several Bangladeshi passports issued in her name, an employee card of Regent Airways (Bangladesh), an admit card for secondary education in Dhaka, two Indian Aadhar cards registered at different addresses, an Indian voter/Epic card and Ration card were recovered. The anti-rowdy squad of Kolkata Police arrested a Bangladeshi woman on Tuesday for illegally…
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CBI files 22 cases to probe builders-bankers nexus, raids 47 locations in NCR

The Central Bureau if Investigation (CBI)’s crackdown on builders comes following directions from the Supreme Court The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), acting on Supreme Court directions, has filed 22 cases to investigate a possible nexus between builders and banks in sanctioning huge amounts under so-called subvention schemes without following any due diligence and carried out raids…
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IT Union Files Dispute Against TCS Over Layoffs, Karnataka May Also Intervene

The Karnataka State IT/ITeS Employees Union has urged the Labour Department to act against the management of Tata Consultancy Services for alleged violations of the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947. The Karnataka State IT/ITeS Employees Union (KITU) has filed an industrial dispute against Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) over its proposed layoffs, urging the Labour Department to act against…
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BSF arrested 116 Bangladeshis, 34 Indians in 3 months in Meghalaya

Between April 25 and July 25, BSF conducted 33 major operations in Meghalaya, arresting 116 Bangladeshi and 34 Indian nationals involved in illegal cross-border activities In a crackdown on infiltration and smuggling along the Indo-Bangladesh border, the Border Security Force (BSF) Meghalaya Frontier has reported major operational gains during the second quarter of 2025, apprehending 150 individuals…
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‘Girls Flirt Around…’: Aniruddhacharya’s Viral Clip On Women Draws Fire; ‘Clarification’ Makes It Worse?

A video of Swami Aniruddhacharya allegedly making derogatory remarks about women has gone viral, sparking widespread outrage. His statement, made during a religious event, was condemned by legal groups and religious leaders, prompting protests and a police complaint. In response, Aniruddhacharya released a clarification claiming the video was misleading and that his comments were directed at “some…
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India Pushes Ahead with Mega 1856 MW Chenab Hydro Project Amid Indus Waters Treaty Freeze

The Sawalkot project, a run-of-the-river hydroelectric plant on the Chenab River in the Ramban and Udhampur districts of the Union Territory, was initially conceptualised in 1984 but had remained shelved for years due to objections raised by Pakistan under the Indus Water Treaty framework. In a significant move following the effective suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty,…
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Two Nuns Arrested In Chhattisgarh Sparks Outrage In Community, Christian Groups Move UN And ICJ

Sister Preethi Mary and Sister Vandana Francis of the Assisi Sisters of Mary Immaculate, affiliated to the Syro‑Malabar Church, were arrested in July 24 at Durg railway station by railway police. Christian community groups have drawn the attention of international organisations, including the United Nations and the International Court of Justice, to the arrest of two Roman…
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4500-year-old Harappan civilisation remains discovered near Pak border in Rajasthan

This is the first recorded instance of Harappan remains being found in the Thar desert region, suggesting a significant expansion of the civilisation’s geographical footprint. In a landmark archaeological breakthrough, remains of a 4,500-year-old Harappan (Indus Valley) civilisation have been discovered near the Pakistan border in Rajasthan’s Jaisalmer district. The site, located at Ratadia Ri Deri, lies…
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$1.5 billion Isro-NASA satellite to lift off today

ISRO is set to launch the NISAR satellite on July 30, a collaboration with NASA to monitor Earth changes, aiding disaster management and agriculture. The Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro) on Tuesday said it was all set to launch NISAR satellite, a first-of-its-kind collaboration between the Indian space agency and NASA that can detect even small changes…
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Film On Meghalaya Honeymoon Murder Case In Works, Raja Raghuvanshi’s Brother Gives Consent | Details

Family of murdered businessman Raja Raghuvanshi agrees to a film on his honeymoon killing, with 80% of shooting set in Indore. A chilling real-life crime that grabbed headlines earlier this year is now being made into a film. The murder of Indore-based businessman Raja Raghuvanshi during his honeymoon in Meghalaya left the nation stunned – and now,…
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‘All Naamards Are Following Him’: Khushboo Patani Slams Aniruddhacharya For His Comment On Women In Live-In Relationships

‘All Naamards Are Following Him’: Khushboo Patani Slams Aniruddhacharya For His Comment On Women In Live-In Relationships Former Army officer and wellness coach Khushboo Patani, sister of Bollywood actress Disha Patani, has triggered a wave of reactions on social media after a video surfaced in which she slammed spiritual leader Aniruddhacharya Maharaj for his derogatory comments about…
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FIR Lodged Against Applicant Behind ‘Dog Babu’ Residence Certificate In Patna

Screenshots of the certificate, carrying a photograph of ‘Dog babu’, a stray canine, with parents named ‘kutta babu’ and ‘kutiya devi’, have gone viral A residence certificate was recently issued in rural Patna in favour of one four-legged ‘dog babu’, born to parents with similar canine nomenclature, prompting a red-faced administration to lodge an FIR against all…
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‘I Came Here To Show Mirror To Them Who Can’t See India’s Side’: PM Modi Begins His Speech During Debate On Operation Sindoor In LS

Beginning his speech, PM Modi said, “I stand here to present India’s side before this House. Those who don’t see India’s side, I stand here to show them a mirror.” Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in the ongoing debate on Operation Sindoor and the Pahalgam terror attack in the Lok Sabha, which had started yesterday. Beginning his…
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Beggars recruited for sperm donation in Hyderabad clinic

The Hyderabad Task Force has uncovered major irregularities at a private sperm bank located in Secunderabad during a recent raid, exposing its alleged involvement in an illegal surrogacy and baby-selling racket. According to police sources, the clinic, believed to be associated with a fertility centre in Ahmedabad, allegedly paid up to Rs 4,000 to pedestrians and beggars…
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Why Punjab’s plan for mega urban development is facing pushback from farmers: ‘Land is our livelihood’

Bhagwant Mann-led AAP govt plans to acquire 65,000+ acres to develop industrial and residential zones; dubbed as largest acquisition by govt in state since 1966 The Punjab land pooling scheme, a flagship initiative of the Bhagwant Mann-led Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government that seeks to give “planned urban development” a big push, has so far received a…
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Wayanad copes with grief, looks to mitigate disasters

Multiple landslides, following torrential rainfall exceeding 570mm in 48 hours, started in a remote forest in Wayanadon July 30, 2024 One recent rain-soaked morning, P Usman, clutching an umbrella, is making his way slowly past verdant tea plantations towards a large graveyard, fenced neatly with stone slabs. Opening the gate and taking a few steps in, Usman,…
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Hashim Musa, Pahalgam Attack Mastermind, Among 3 Terrorists Killed In Encounter: Sources

Hashim Musa, a key operative linked to cross-border terror networks, is believed to have been neutralised during ‘Operation Mahadev’ after weeks of intelligence efforts Hashim Musa alias Suleman, the alleged mastermind of the Pahalgam terror attack, is believed to have been killed in an encounter by the Indian Army’s Special Forces near Srinagar in Jammu and Kashmir…
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4,000 Tonnes Of Coal Missing. Meghalaya Minister Says Rain Washed It Away To Bangladesh

Meghalaya minister Kyrmen Shylla has bizarrely claimed that nearly 4,000 tonnes of missing coal may have been washed away by rain into Bangladesh and Assam. A Meghalaya minister has stirred fresh controversy by giving a bizarre explanation that the state’s missing 4,000 metric tonnes of coal might actually have been washed away by monsoon rain into neighbouring…
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PM Modi Hails Indian Finalists As Divya Deshmukh Creates History By Clinching FIDE Women’s World Chess Champion 2025 Title

The teenager from Nagpur became the youngest Indian woman ever to achieve this feat. PM Modi took to his official social media account and hailed both the finalists, including Koneru Humpy. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday praised Divya Deshmukh after the 19-year-old Indian chess player was crowned the FIDE Women’s World Chess Champion 2025. The teenager…
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Over 1.28 Lakh Consumers And PETA Urge Oreo-Manufacturer Mondelez To Ban Controversial Animal Testing Practices

Over 1.28 lakh consumers have urged snack giant Mondelez to call for a ban on animal testing after People for the Ethical Treatment of Animal (PETA) has alleged that it continues to allow animal testing under the guise of promoting basic nutritional science. PETA India has also accused the ‘Oreo’ manufacturer of force-feeding mice with faecal bacteria.…
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Supreme Court to review Delhi’s old vehicle ban today: What’s the policy and why was it paused?

The Delhi government’s plea seeks a comprehensive study by the Centre and CAQM to assess the actual environmental benefits of age-based restrictions. The Supreme Court will review the controversial ban on older petrol and diesel vehicles in the National Capital Region (NCR) on Monday. The hearing follows a plea by the Delhi government, challenging the blanket ban…
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Cash Recovery Row: Justice Varma Files SC Plea As ‘XXX Vs Union Of India’, Hides Identity

Justice Varma used the anonymised title “XXX” in the petition, a practice typically applied in cases involving sexual assault survivors or minors. Justice Yashwant Varma, currently facing a removal motion in Parliament after bundles of cash were recovered from his official residence in Delhi, has filed a petition in the Supreme Court without disclosing his identity. The…
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Anonymous philanthropists continue to extend helping hand for students orphaned in Wayanad landslide

A woman hailing from Thrissur, who retired as dean from a leading institution in Bengaluru, as well as a person hailing from an ordinary family in Palakkad are the anonymous philanthropists. Thiruvananthapuram: Several students who were orphaned in the devastating landslide at Wayanad last year are receiving the helping hand from a couple of philanthropists who prefer…
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Major Accident On Mumbai-Pune Expressway: One Dead, Several Injured As 15-20 Vehicles Collide; Massive Traffic Jam Reported

Shocking visuals have surfaced on social media after a pile up of around 16 vehicles reportedly occurred after a chain of collision as a container crashed after its braked failed on the highway. In a shocking incident, a major accident occurred at the entrance of a tunnel on Mumbai-Pune Expressway on Saturday. The accident reportedly occurred near…
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‘We are ruined, Hinjewadi IT Park moving out of Maharashtra’: Ajit Pawar’s angry outburst goes viral

Ajit Pawar warned that the Rajiv Gandhi Infotech Park in Hinjewadi was losing ground to Bengaluru and Hyderabad. Deputy chief minister Ajit Pawar’s sharp remarks during a visit to Pimpri-Chinchwad have sparked political debate, after he claimed that Pune’s Hinjewadi IT Park is gradually shifting to cities outside Maharashtra. A video clip of Pawar expressing frustration over…
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Online Ludo, Dark Web And Pakistan Link: Agra Conversion Racket Probe Reveals Shocking Details

Fourteen people have been arrested in connection with the case so far, said officials, adding that the group targeted young individuals, especially girls, using online games The religious conversion racket under investigation in Agra involved coordination with handlers based in Pakistan and used online platforms and gaming apps to influence youth, police said on Saturday. Fourteen people…
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‘Monitoring Situation’: India Urges Thailand And Cambodia To De-Escalate

India monitors Thailand-Cambodia border clashes, urging both nations to cease hostilities. Indian embassies advise nationals to avoid border areas and stay in touch for help. India on Saturday responded to the ongoing border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia “We are closely monitoring the situation along the border between Cambodia and Thailand. India has close and friendly relations…
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Ask Antacid Ranitidine Makers To Monitor Chances Of Cancer-Causing Impurity: Drug Controller To States

NDMA presence in the acid-reflux drug under scrutiny again; states told to ensure manufacturers take risk-based safety steps In a renewed move to safeguard public health, the Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI) has directed all state and union territory drug regulators to ensure that manufacturers of Ranitidine—a commonly used medicine for acidity—monitor levels of NDMA, a…
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There’s still hope: Delhi’s old vehicle ban to be reviewed by Supreme Court

The Supreme Court will hear a pivotal plea on July 28 that could overturn Delhi’s controversial ban on older vehicles, offering hope to old vehicle owners facing unfair and non-scientific, end-of-life restrictions. In a major development that could reshape how Delhi balances clean-air mandates with evolving vehicle technology, the Supreme Court will hear a crucial plea on…
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India will get its due credit: Piyush Goyal on Kolhapuri chappal-Prada row

Union Minister Piyush Goyal said India will receive rightful credit for the design of Kolhapuri chappals when exported. His remarks follow backlash over luxury brand Prada showcasing similar footwear without crediting Indian origins. Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal on Friday said India will now receive rightful credit for the design of Kolhapuri chappals when…
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ISRO shares new findings on black hole

This pattern suggests that the compact oscillating corona seems to be the origin of these fast QPO signals. A team of scientists and researchers from the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on Friday listed out their unique findings while studying the Black Hole as part of their study.They noted that the X-ray brightness from the fascinating and…
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Nagaland Turns Back 200 Vehicles Carrying Illegal Migrants From Assam Border

Three states in the northeast have issued an alert cautioning against the entry of illegal migrants from Assam, where the Himanta Biswa Sarma government has been carrying out massive eviction drives The Niuland district administration along with the Nagaland Police and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) intercepted and turned back over 200 vehicles carrying evicted illegal…
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7 Children Dead, 2 In ICU As Rajasthan School Building Collapses

The incident at Piplodi Government School in Manohar Thana took place at around 8.30 am. Seven children were killed and two were critically injured after a government school building collapsed in Rajasthan’s Jhalawar district on Friday. The incident at Piplodi Government School in Manohar Thana took place at around 8.30 am. Officials said around 60 children, besides…
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‘Most garbage friendly city in India’: Army veteran mocks ‘millennium city’ Gurgaon in viral video

An army veteran captured footage of garbage spilling onto the streets in Gurgaon, with cows and dogs scavenging through the trash. The video has disgusted many. A video shared by an army veteran, capturing Gurgaon’s dire state of waste management, has disgusted social media users. The footage captures a garbage dump, with cows and dogs freely roaming…
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President Rule extended in Manipur by another 6 months

President’s Rule in Manipur has been extended by another six months, following a resolution introduced by Union Home Minister Amit Shah in the Lok Sabha. The extension will come into effect from August 13, 2025. According to the official notice, it stated, “That this House approves the continuance in force of the Proclamation dated the February 13,…
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PM Modi Maldives Visit Updates: PM Modi Lands in Maldives to Grand Welcome by President Muizzu, Top Cabinet Ministers

PM Modi Maldives Visit Updates: PM Modi Receives Warm Welcome Upon Landing in Maldives PM Narendra Modi on Friday landed in Male, Maldives, to a warm welcome by President Mohamed Muizzu, the country’s Foreign Minister, Defence Minister, Finance Minister and Minister of Homeland Security. PM Modi Maldives Visit Updates: PM Modi Lands In Male Prime Minister Narendra…
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Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla Shares Glimpse Of Galaxy From Bengaluru Skies: ‘An Astrophotography Story’

Shukla has become the first India ever to go to the International Space Station, which is a milestone for ISRO’s human spaceflight program, Gaganyaan. Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, who recently returned from the International Space Station (ISS) after concluding the Axiom-4 mission along with three other astronauts, has shared some breathtaking images of the Orion Nebula from…
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ECI ‘Fact Checks’ Rahul Gandhi Over Karnataka Poll Fraud Claim, Calls Allegation ‘Misleading’

Following Rahul Gandhi’s accusations of fraud in Karnataka’s voter list revision, the Election Commission of India (ECI) strongly refuted these claims, labelling them as unfounded. Hours after Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi alleged “cheating” in the voter list revision process in a Karnataka constituency, the Election Commission of India (ECI) issued a sharp rebuttal, calling his claims…
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Narendra Modi breaks Indira Gandhi’s record, becomes 2nd longest serving PM

Narendra Modi crossed 4,078 consecutive days in office, surpassing Indira Gandhi’s record and cementing his place as India’s longest-serving non-Congress Prime Minister. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has crossed yet another political milestone, overtaking Indira Gandhi’s record to become India’s second-longest-serving Prime Minister in a single uninterrupted term. On July 25, 2025, PM Modi completed 4,078 days in…
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