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BJP MP Inder Singh Parmar apologises after calling Raja Ram Mohan Roy a British Agent

Shajapur, 16/11: Madhya Pradesh Minister and BJP leader Inder Singh Parmar has triggered a row by calling social reformer Raja Ram Mohan Roy, an “agent of the British” who started a “vicious cycle of religious conversion”. After facing outrage for his comment, the state Higher Education Minister on Sunday issued an apology, claiming it was…

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Nitish Kumar likely to be sworn in as Bihar chief minister for 10th time on November 19 or 20

Patna, 16/11: Putting all speculations to an end, Nitish Kumar will be sworn in as the next Chief Minister of Bihar in the next few days. The swearing-in will take place either on Wednesday or Thursday depending on the availability of Prime Minister Narendra Modi who is likely to attend the oath function. High-level sources…

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Maharashtra: 100 sit ups for coming late to school; 13-year-old girl dies after severe punishment

Palghar, 16/11: In a shocking incident, a girl student, who was allegedly made to do 100 sit-ups as punishment for coming late to school in the Vasai tehsil of Palghar district, died last week sparking concern among the parents in the locality. The deceased was identified as Anshika Gaud (13), a student of the Shree…

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Siddaramaiah meets Rahul Gandhi in New Delhi, no discussion on Karnataka politics

Bangalore, 15/11:The CM meeting with Rahul Gandhi fueled political speculation amid talk of ‘November Revolution’ of possible change of leadership in Karnataka. However, the CM categorically told media that “Karnataka political issue including long pending cabinet rejig or any other issues was not discussed with Rahul. This meeting was only to discuss the outcome of…

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CSK announce Sanju Samson’s arrival as Jadeja and Curran move to Rajasthan Royals

Chennai, 15/11: Putting an end to days of anticipation, rumours and discussions, the Chennai Super Kings on Saturday, November 15, officially confirmed that Sanju Samson will wear their yellow jersey for upcoming season of the Indian Premiere League (IPL). The five-time champions have traded Sanju Samson from Rajasthan Royals for Ravindra Jadeja and Sam Curran…

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