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‘Chilling 5-phase plan’: How Al-Falah university doctors built nationwide plot to ‘avenge’ Babri demolition

‘Chilling 5-phase plan’: How Al-Falah university doctors built nationwide plot to ‘avenge’ Babri demolition

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LUCKNOW: Investigators probing the Delhi blast have come across a chilling plot of the perpetrators to execute coordinated explosions in six cities on December 6, the anniversary of the Babri Masjid demolition, to “avenge” the 1992 event.According to intelligence sources, the revelation came during the interrogation of Dr Shaheen Shahid, her brother Dr Parvez Sayeed…

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His childhood nickname was “Munna” — and to his old friends, he still is. Not the Chief Minister, not the coalition negotiator, but the quiet boy from Bakhtiarpur who preferred books to people and routines to revelry. The name stuck longer than most of his alliances. Benjamin Franklin ostensibly said once: “There are only two certainities in life – death and taxes.” Little did he know, there’s a third: Nitish Kumar taking oath as Bihar Chief Minister. Since his first oath when he lasted seven days, Nitish Kumar has taken oath as Chief Minister a total of nine times (six times as part of NDA and thrice as part of MGB), which means that much like Thanos, the election result might be in doubt but the oath-taking is inevitable. But beyond the political endurance test lies a strangely fascinating man. Here are ten remarkable facts about Nitish Kumar: 1. The engineer who nearly quit politicsBefore he became the default CM of Bihar, Nitish Kumar was a mild-mannered engineer at the Bihar State Electricity Board. He lost his first two elections and, according to friends, seriously thought of abandoning politics for a business career. Patna’s voltage fluctuations may have been more predictable than Bihar’s politics, but he chose the chaos anyway.Election Results 2025Bihar election results: Bihar votes for ‘sushasan’; NDA cruising towards clean sweepBihar election results: Congress headed for one of its worst performancesBihar election results: NDA stuns MGB in Muslim dominated seats; JD(U) surgesBiharAlliance ViewiParty ViewSeats: 243L + WMajority: 122NDA0MGB0OTH0Leads + Wins: 243/243NDA LEADINGExperience Bihar Election Results in 3D A new interactive way to explore constituenciesSource: PValue2. “Munna” from BakhtiarpurHis childhood nickname was “Munna” — and to his old friends, he still is. Not the Chief Minister, not the coalition negotiator, but the quiet boy from Bakhtiarpur who preferred books to people and routines to revelry. The name stuck longer than some of his alliances.3. The no-dowry groomWhen Nitish married Manju Kumari Sinha in 1973, he insisted on a no-dowry wedding — a radical stand in small-town Bihar of the 70s. It created friction in the family but he didn’t budge. For a man famous for political flexibility, this was one moment where he refused to compromise.4. The wife who funded his first big campaignWhen he contested the 1985 Assembly election, Nitish didn’t have money. Manju did. The schoolteacher quietly handed him her savings — about ₹20,000 — to run his campaign. Bihar’s future CM was, in a very literal way, financed by a government-school payslip.5. Movie night with Amitabh BachchanNitish Kumar is a proper, unapologetic Bollywood buff. In 2011, he even hosted a special screening of Aarakshan in Patna with Amitabh Bachchan in attendance. Big B flew in, Nitish showed up, and for one evening Bihar’s chief minister swapped files for films. If you ever needed evidence that cinema runs deep in Bihar’s cultural bloodstream, that moment says it all.6. Teesri Kasam: his all-time favourite filmHis close circle swears that his absolute favourite film is Teesri Kasam, the Raj Kapoor–Waheeda Rehman classic. And here’s the very Nitish twist: when he became CM, he had the government screen Teesri Kasam across rural Bihar using mobile cinema vans — complete with breaks for welfare-scheme announcements. Only Nitish could turn a beloved art film into a governance tool, even if it led to a copyright dispute. 7. Mere Mehboob on loopThe man who projects industrial-corridor seriousness in public has watched Mere Mehboob so many times that it became a long-running college joke. He has always had a soft spot for old Hindi romance — the Urdu dialogues, the gentle longing, the quiet heroism. For someone accused of being emotionally opaque, his movie choices say otherwise.Mere Mehboob – Hindi Full Movie – Ashok Kumar, Rajendra Kumar8. Masala dosa socialistHis food habits are famously austere — vegetarian, simple, lightly spiced, almost monastic. But tucked inside that ascetic diet is one small rebellion: his fondness for masala dosa and vegetarian Indo-Chinese food. Journalists on campaign duty have spotted him at Patna’s classic South Indian restaurants, eating dosa. Even his indulgences are middle-class.9. The man with the wooden cotDespite decades in power, Nitish’s personal quarters remain astonishingly bare: a wooden cot, basic chairs, a lone almirah. At a party event, he once served a minister food on a leaf plate and sat on the floor to eat. You can call it symbolism or simplicity — but it has been consistent for decades.10. The non-dynastNitish and Manju had one son, Nishant — a software engineer who avoids politics with the dedication of a monk avoiding temptation. Party leaders push his name; Nitish deflects every attempt. After a lifetime spent railing against nepotism, he seems determined that the Kumar surname will not become an inherited office.Nitish Kumar’s politics may be the stuff of memes, nine oaths, and endless punchlines about “Paltu Kumar.” But the man behind the headline — the engineer who nearly quit, the husband who refused dowry, the cinephile who watches Teesri Kasam like scripture, the dosa-loving ascetic, the son who still garlands his wife’s statue — is far more layered. Death. Taxes. Nitish taking oath. And somewhere in between, one more rewatch of Mere Mehboob.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos‘Not Just Congress’: Tharoor Calls Out RJD Amid NDA’s Big Bihar Lead‘Pak Ready For Two-Front War’: Khawaja Asif’s Hollow Threat To India After Islamabad BlastCDS Anil Chauhan Issues Red Line To Defence Industry, Warns Against Delays And OverpromisingWashington Reports Encouraging Momentum As India-US Trade Talks Advance Toward A Year-End AgreementAsim Munir Steps In Amid Islamabad Terror Attack, Persuades Sri Lanka To Continue With Cricket Tour‘No Impunity For Terrorists’: Shashi Tharoor Endorses Govt Probe As Red Fort Blast Claims 13th LifeDelhi Blast: Security Forces Demolish House of Red Fort Bombing Accused Umar Nabi in Pulwama‘Not An Apologist For BJP’: Shashi Tharoor On Row Over Backing Modi Govt During Op SindoorPune Road Accident: At Least 6 Dead, Several Injured After Truck Rams Multiple Vehicles’Message to world’: Amit Shah vows strictest punishment for Delhi Terror Attack culprits123PhotostoriesAfter Bihar poll debacle, what’s next for Tejashwi Yadav and a shaken RJD?Diabetes: Lesser-known symptoms women should be careful aboutJubilee Hills bypoll twist: Congress triumphs, Revanth Reddy emerges as Telangana’s tallest leaderFrom heart to gut: Health benefits of eating water chestnutsHyderabad eyes global spotlight: Govt may rope in Lionel Messi as ‘Telangana Rising’ ambassadorNitish Kumar’s stunning comeback in Bihar: How the veteran leader silenced doubters once againCrowds but no votes: What went wrong with Rahul Gandhi’s Bihar election push?Running in a 400+ AQI? How outdoor workouts in polluted air change our heart, lungs and long-term healthFrom sharing the screen with Salman Khan to becoming an air hostess The unseen journey of Pervien DasturDebris of a terror plot: Delhi bomber’s Pulwama home reduced to rubble123Hot PicksAlinagar Election ResultRaghopur Election ResultBihar Election Result 2025Gold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays NovemberBank Holidays NovemberTop TrendingBihar Election CandidatesAlinagar Election ResultKargahar Election ResultPrashant KishorChirag PaswanAssembly Election BiharRaghopur Election ResultMahua Election ResultPune Bridge AccidentAnta Election Result

His childhood nickname was “Munna” — and to his old friends, he still is. Not the Chief Minister, not the coalition negotiator, but the quiet boy from Bakhtiarpur who preferred books to people and routines to revelry. The name stuck longer than most of his alliances. Benjamin Franklin ostensibly said once: “There are only two certainities in life – death and taxes.” Little did he know, there’s a third: Nitish Kumar taking oath as Bihar Chief Minister. Since his first oath when he lasted seven days, Nitish Kumar has taken oath as Chief Minister a total of nine times (six times as part of NDA and thrice as part of MGB), which means that much like Thanos, the election result might be in doubt but the oath-taking is inevitable. But beyond the political endurance test lies a strangely fascinating man. Here are ten remarkable facts about Nitish Kumar: 1. The engineer who nearly quit politicsBefore he became the default CM of Bihar, Nitish Kumar was a mild-mannered engineer at the Bihar State Electricity Board. He lost his first two elections and, according to friends, seriously thought of abandoning politics for a business career. Patna’s voltage fluctuations may have been more predictable than Bihar’s politics, but he chose the chaos anyway.Election Results 2025Bihar election results: Bihar votes for ‘sushasan’; NDA cruising towards clean sweepBihar election results: Congress headed for one of its worst performancesBihar election results: NDA stuns MGB in Muslim dominated seats; JD(U) surgesBiharAlliance ViewiParty ViewSeats: 243L + WMajority: 122NDA0MGB0OTH0Leads + Wins: 243/243NDA LEADINGExperience Bihar Election Results in 3D A new interactive way to explore constituenciesSource: PValue2. “Munna” from BakhtiarpurHis childhood nickname was “Munna” — and to his old friends, he still is. Not the Chief Minister, not the coalition negotiator, but the quiet boy from Bakhtiarpur who preferred books to people and routines to revelry. The name stuck longer than some of his alliances.3. The no-dowry groomWhen Nitish married Manju Kumari Sinha in 1973, he insisted on a no-dowry wedding — a radical stand in small-town Bihar of the 70s. It created friction in the family but he didn’t budge. For a man famous for political flexibility, this was one moment where he refused to compromise.4. The wife who funded his first big campaignWhen he contested the 1985 Assembly election, Nitish didn’t have money. Manju did. The schoolteacher quietly handed him her savings — about ₹20,000 — to run his campaign. Bihar’s future CM was, in a very literal way, financed by a government-school payslip.5. Movie night with Amitabh BachchanNitish Kumar is a proper, unapologetic Bollywood buff. In 2011, he even hosted a special screening of Aarakshan in Patna with Amitabh Bachchan in attendance. Big B flew in, Nitish showed up, and for one evening Bihar’s chief minister swapped files for films. If you ever needed evidence that cinema runs deep in Bihar’s cultural bloodstream, that moment says it all.6. Teesri Kasam: his all-time favourite filmHis close circle swears that his absolute favourite film is Teesri Kasam, the Raj Kapoor–Waheeda Rehman classic. And here’s the very Nitish twist: when he became CM, he had the government screen Teesri Kasam across rural Bihar using mobile cinema vans — complete with breaks for welfare-scheme announcements. Only Nitish could turn a beloved art film into a governance tool, even if it led to a copyright dispute. 7. Mere Mehboob on loopThe man who projects industrial-corridor seriousness in public has watched Mere Mehboob so many times that it became a long-running college joke. He has always had a soft spot for old Hindi romance — the Urdu dialogues, the gentle longing, the quiet heroism. For someone accused of being emotionally opaque, his movie choices say otherwise.Mere Mehboob – Hindi Full Movie – Ashok Kumar, Rajendra Kumar8. Masala dosa socialistHis food habits are famously austere — vegetarian, simple, lightly spiced, almost monastic. But tucked inside that ascetic diet is one small rebellion: his fondness for masala dosa and vegetarian Indo-Chinese food. Journalists on campaign duty have spotted him at Patna’s classic South Indian restaurants, eating dosa. Even his indulgences are middle-class.9. The man with the wooden cotDespite decades in power, Nitish’s personal quarters remain astonishingly bare: a wooden cot, basic chairs, a lone almirah. At a party event, he once served a minister food on a leaf plate and sat on the floor to eat. You can call it symbolism or simplicity — but it has been consistent for decades.10. The non-dynastNitish and Manju had one son, Nishant — a software engineer who avoids politics with the dedication of a monk avoiding temptation. Party leaders push his name; Nitish deflects every attempt. After a lifetime spent railing against nepotism, he seems determined that the Kumar surname will not become an inherited office.Nitish Kumar’s politics may be the stuff of memes, nine oaths, and endless punchlines about “Paltu Kumar.” But the man behind the headline — the engineer who nearly quit, the husband who refused dowry, the cinephile who watches Teesri Kasam like scripture, the dosa-loving ascetic, the son who still garlands his wife’s statue — is far more layered. Death. Taxes. Nitish taking oath. And somewhere in between, one more rewatch of Mere Mehboob.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos‘Not Just Congress’: Tharoor Calls Out RJD Amid NDA’s Big Bihar Lead‘Pak Ready For Two-Front War’: Khawaja Asif’s Hollow Threat To India After Islamabad BlastCDS Anil Chauhan Issues Red Line To Defence Industry, Warns Against Delays And OverpromisingWashington Reports Encouraging Momentum As India-US Trade Talks Advance Toward A Year-End AgreementAsim Munir Steps In Amid Islamabad Terror Attack, Persuades Sri Lanka To Continue With Cricket Tour‘No Impunity For Terrorists’: Shashi Tharoor Endorses Govt Probe As Red Fort Blast Claims 13th LifeDelhi Blast: Security Forces Demolish House of Red Fort Bombing Accused Umar Nabi in Pulwama‘Not An Apologist For BJP’: Shashi Tharoor On Row Over Backing Modi Govt During Op SindoorPune Road Accident: At Least 6 Dead, Several Injured After Truck Rams Multiple Vehicles’Message to world’: Amit Shah vows strictest punishment for Delhi Terror Attack culprits123PhotostoriesAfter Bihar poll debacle, what’s next for Tejashwi Yadav and a shaken RJD?Diabetes: Lesser-known symptoms women should be careful aboutJubilee Hills bypoll twist: Congress triumphs, Revanth Reddy emerges as Telangana’s tallest leaderFrom heart to gut: Health benefits of eating water chestnutsHyderabad eyes global spotlight: Govt may rope in Lionel Messi as ‘Telangana Rising’ ambassadorNitish Kumar’s stunning comeback in Bihar: How the veteran leader silenced doubters once againCrowds but no votes: What went wrong with Rahul Gandhi’s Bihar election push?Running in a 400+ AQI? How outdoor workouts in polluted air change our heart, lungs and long-term healthFrom sharing the screen with Salman Khan to becoming an air hostess The unseen journey of Pervien DasturDebris of a terror plot: Delhi bomber’s Pulwama home reduced to rubble123Hot PicksAlinagar Election ResultRaghopur Election ResultBihar Election Result 2025Gold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays NovemberBank Holidays NovemberTop TrendingBihar Election CandidatesAlinagar Election ResultKargahar Election ResultPrashant KishorChirag PaswanAssembly Election BiharRaghopur Election ResultMahua Election ResultPune Bridge AccidentAnta Election Result

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Benjamin Franklin ostensibly said once: “There are only two certainities in life – death and taxes.” Little did he know, there’s a third: Nitish Kumar taking oath as Bihar Chief Minister. Since his first oath when he lasted seven days, Nitish Kumar has taken oath as Chief Minister a total of nine times (six times…

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Controversy erupts! Jasprit Bumrah, Rishabh Pant’s ‘bauna’ remark on Temba Bavuma caught on stump mic – WATCH

Controversy erupts! Jasprit Bumrah, Rishabh Pant’s ‘bauna’ remark on Temba Bavuma caught on stump mic – WATCH

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While Jasprit Bumrah pushed for a review, Rishabh Pant advised against it, predicting the ball would sail over the leg stump regardless of Bavuma’s height. (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: Indian fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah’s impressive opening-day spell in the first Test against South Africa at Eden Gardens was overshadowed by a controversial on-field exchange involving…

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Chinese retail sales: Slowest growth recorded since August 2024; external instability, domestic pressures & more concerns weigh

Chinese retail sales: Slowest growth recorded since August 2024; external instability, domestic pressures & more concerns weigh

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China’s consumer spending lost further momentum in October, with official figures showing the weakest pace of retail growth in more than a year.The numbers, released on Friday highlight the difficulty authorities are facing as they try to lift confidence among households still reluctant to spend.According to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), retail sales were…

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HPSC ADO 2025 screening test result declared at hpsc.gov.in for Administrative Cadre posts; check direct link here

HPSC ADO 2025 screening test result declared at hpsc.gov.in for Administrative Cadre posts; check direct link here

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HPSC ADO 2025 screening test result declared for Administrative Cadre at hpsc.gov.in HPSC ADO 2025 screening test result: The Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC) has officially declared the screening test result for the Agriculture Development Officer (ADO) 2025 recruitment under the Administrative Cadre. Candidates who appeared for the exam can now check their results online…

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Vicky Kaushal goes on over 2,000-calorie deficit to achieve his look for Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s ‘Love & War’

Vicky Kaushal goes on over 2,000-calorie deficit to achieve his look for Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s ‘Love & War’

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Vicky Kaushal underwent a drastic physical transformation, gaining 25 kgs for ‘Chhaava’ and then shedding it for Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s ‘Love & War’. A strict calorie deficit and dedicated nutritionist helped him achieve a lean frame for his role as an armed officer. His metabolism aided the process, with further transformations planned post-Bhansali’s film. Known…

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Dampa Bypoll Election Result: MNF’s R Lalthangliana wins against BJP’s Lalhmingthanga Sailo, INC’s John Rotluangliana

Dampa Bypoll Election Result: MNF’s R Lalthangliana wins against BJP’s Lalhmingthanga Sailo, INC’s John Rotluangliana

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AIZAWL: DR. R. Lalthangliana of the Mizo National Front (MNF) won the Dampa Assembly by-election, securing 6,981 votes, an increase of 562 from previous counts. The results were announced on Friday, with counting having begun at 8 am.The bypoll witnessed an impressive 83.07% voter turnout, with 17,351 voters — 8,921 men and 8,430 women —…

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Karakat Election Results 2025 Highlights: Pawan Singh’s wife Jyoti Singh trailing against JD(U)’s Mahabali Singh | India News

Karakat Election Results 2025 Highlights: Pawan Singh’s wife Jyoti Singh trailing against JD(U)’s Mahabali Singh | India News

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NEW DELHI: Counting in the Karakat Assembly constituency began early, with trends showing a tight fight as the day progressed. By Round 14 of the 31-round process, JD(U) candidate Mahabali Singh had pulled ahead, while Jyoti Singh, wife of Bhojpuri star Pawan Singh, found herself trailing. Voting in the constituency was conducted on November 11….

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Khushbu hits back at a ‘Thalaivar 173’ troll; Destroys disrespectful comment, upholds Rajinikanth and Sundar C’s honour

Khushbu hits back at a ‘Thalaivar 173’ troll; Destroys disrespectful comment, upholds Rajinikanth and Sundar C’s honour

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Actress Khushbu has responded strongly to a disrespectful social media comment. The comment targeted Superstar Rajinikanth and Khushbu herself following news about ‘Thalaivar 173’. Khushbu’s sharp reply, which defended the honor of Rajinikanth and Sundar C, has gone viral. Her action highlights the need to confront online misogyny and personal attacks. Within minutes of the…

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Lauren Sánchez captures Jeff Bezos’ explosive fist pump during Blue Origin’s New Glenn fiery Mars launch | Watch viral moment |

Lauren Sánchez captures Jeff Bezos’ explosive fist pump during Blue Origin’s New Glenn fiery Mars launch | Watch viral moment |

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Lauren Sánchez offered an emotional look into one of Blue Origin’s major milestones by sharing a set of photos from the successful New Glenn rocket launch. Her Instagram post highlighted the moment Jeff Bezos celebrated with a powerful fist pump as the rocket climbed toward space carrying two NASA spacecraft bound for Mars. The launch…

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30,000 fossils uncovered in the Arctic show how oceans came back to life after the ‘Great Dying’

30,000 fossils uncovered in the Arctic show how oceans came back to life after the ‘Great Dying’

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A remarkable fossil discovery on the Arctic island of Spitsbergen in the Svalbard archipelago has unveiled the oldest known oceanic reptile ecosystem from the Age of Dinosaurs. More than 30,000 fossils, including teeth, bones, and coprolites, have been recovered, representing a diverse array of marine reptiles, amphibians, bony fish, and sharks that thrived around 249…

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Canada’s trade minister Maninder Sidhu, in an interview with TOI’s Sachin Parashar & Sidhartha, says his govt is focusing on quality skilled workers and both the countries are taking one step at a time before they move ahead with talks on a trade deal. Excerpts: Canada’s minister for international trade Maninder Sidhu, who is in India to take forward the bilateral dialogue on trade and investment ties, says that his government is looking for skilled workers from foreign countries, focusing more on quality. In an interview, he tells TOI that India and Canada are taking one step at a time and assessing the changes in the global economy before moving ahead with talks on a trade deal. Excerpts:How was the interaction with Mr Piyush Goyal?We had a great meeting today to focus on a lot of the opportunities; opportunities around aerospace, energy, AI and critical minerals. These are all critical sectors for India. As India grows, Canada is there in complementary services and that’s what we discovered today in terms of how fast India is growing. Election Results 2025Bihar poll results: NDA seen making gains according to early trends; Tejashwi leads from RaghopurBypolls: High-stake battle in Jubilee hills; counting under wayBiharAlliance ViewiParty ViewSeats: 243L + WMajority: 122NDA0MGB0OTH0Leads + Wins: 159/243NDA LEADINGExperience Bihar Election Results in 3D A new interactive way to explore constituenciesSource: PValueIndia needs 70% more energy by 2040. Canada is building the projects to get there. We have seven LNG projects in various phases of development. It was our first trade and investment dialogue at the ministerial level in many years. We need to continue building on that energy. Prime Minister Carney has given me a mandate, an ambitious target of 0 billion of (additional) non-US exports within the next 10 years and I’m looking at every market to see how we can continue diversifying and building on our trade partnerships. India is a great partner with billion of two-way trade right and there’s room to grow.How far are we from resuming the talks on a bilateral trade deal?Right now, we’re identifying opportunities and hopefully, in the near future we’ll be able to get into the trade conversations, taking investment and trade to the next level. We also need to bring the business community along with us.When the talks were halted, it had reached a certain level. So, does that mean that you’re reviewing what was agreed upon till then?Look, this is a new government, new Prime Minister, new mandate, new focus. As you’ve seen from Prime Minister Carney, it’s new energy, it’s starting afresh. The context has changed from even six months ago. You know, President Trump’s tariff policies have really shifted things globally. So, we’re in a different frame right now. We just wrapped up a trade agreement with Indonesia a few weeks ago and launched negotiations with Thailand, with the Philippines. Two weeks ago, I ran into minister Jaishankar at the Asean Summit in Malaysia. We had a good conversation. Canada is looking at every opportunity, but now is the window that we can use. Our geography with the US Is not going to change. They’ll always remain important. We have to match the energy from businesses in Canada. It was very positive to hear from minister Goyal that he’s looking to come to Canada early next year with a delegation so we can continue building on this. Minister Jaishankar was in Canada yesterday and I’m here today. You know, there’s this sustained energy that we need to continue building upon because it’s not going to happen overnight.What do you make of foreign minister Anita Anand’s remarks on progress in the normalization of the relationship being contingent upon the law enforcement dialogue?The minister’s visit was positive, and it laid the groundwork for what I’m doing now. The safety and security of citizens of both countries is paramount. So those conversations are encouraging that law enforcement agencies are talking to each other to resolve some of the challenges. My job as an economic minister is to focus on the trade and investmentsDid you discuss India’s purchase of Russian oil?We talked about alternative sources of energy and Canada can provide that. As you look for stable, reliable, long-term supply, Canada is that. These contracts are done for 10, 15, 20 years, now is the time to get in early. You’ll notice in LNG, different countries have invested that those countries are now receiving the first shipments.For India, visas are an important issue especially for professionals and business visitors in trade agreements. Can you give us a sense of what the visa policy is going to be?Look, immigration comes up quite a lot; look at the diaspora, it’s huge in both countries. We have a lot of family and friends visiting each other. That’s why I sat down with Air Canada to talk about more flight options. In Canada, 13% of our trade flows through our airports. The Prime Minister has been very clear on immigration. It’s a focus on economic immigration, a focus on skilled immigration. So making sure we’re creating pathways to permanent residency for those skilled immigrants is very important for Canada’s growth plans. When you look at what’s happening to the south of us with the H1B anxieties, it’s in our budget. It’s still early in the conversations, but we’re looking at different pathways to attract technical capabilities, skilled capabilities to Canada. The PM’s focus is how do we build Canada. You have your localized talent, but you also need to bring in some talent that can add to that. So a part of that is looking at India and maybe something around the H1B programme is very important.And this would be STEM and similar skills?Yes, STEM, skilled workers. We need nurses and doctors. We have specialized pathways. Are we going to continue that as a government? These are all considerations that we were looking at because in the past, it was more about quantity. With us, yes, the quantity, quality is also important. There are no caps on postgraduates, they can come to Canada and study at the University of Toronto, McGill, many of the universities. Prime Minister Modi has been very clear he’d like universities and colleges to come to India from other countries like Canada to set up shop here. And so we’re facilitating those conversations because we’d like that partnership. It’s important. It helps build the partnership and trust between communities through research, through students. And so we’re looking at that option as well.Now that high level engagements have resumed, can we expect the Prime Ministers to meet on the margins of the upcoming G20 summit in South Africa? Can we expect Prime Minister Carney to visit India for the AI Summit in February?The schedules are still being looked at. But of course, more conversations are very important to this relationship, to have that sustained dialogue.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos‘Not An Apologist For BJP’: Shashi Tharoor On Row Over Backing Modi Govt During Op SindoorPune Road Accident: At Least 6 Dead, Several Injured After Truck Rams Multiple Vehicles’Message to world’: Amit Shah vows strictest punishment for Delhi Terror Attack culpritsAfghanistan FM Muttaqi Slams Pakistan’s ‘Illogical’ Demands After Talks Collapse In TurkeyMultiple IEDs, 32 Vehicles: Agencies Uncover Plan For Serial Car Explosions In Delhi Blast Probe30,000 Troops, 25 Warships, Fighter Jets: India Concludes Tri-Service Drill Trishul | Op Sindoor 2.0Muhammad Yunus Sets February 2026 Election Date For Bangladesh Along With Referendum On July CharterProject Cheetah Boost: President Murmu, Duma Boko Attend Handover in GaboroneDramatic Drone Chase Catches Attacker Who Fled Amravati Wedding After Stabbing Groom With KnifeIndian Air Force Opens Nyoma Airbase In Ladakh, A Strategic Game-Changer Along The China Frontier123PhotostoriesHappy Children’s Day 2025: Healthy habits every child should be taught earlyWhat happens to your body when you sleep less than six hours a night?Rudraksh You Should Wear According To Your Birth DateFrom box office disasters to cult legends: The forgotten Bollywood films that rose againWorld Diabetes Day 2025: 7 foods to help reverse type 2 diabetes5 best jewellery metals that are safe for sensitive skinDesk jobs and diabetes: The hidden health cost of the corporate lifestyleGestational diabetes: What every expecting mother should knowRanveer Singh takes Bollywood by storm with flair, success and charismaDiabetic neuropathy and poor circulation: The root causes of foot damage123Hot PicksBihar Election CandidatesBihar Election ConstituenciesBihar Election 2025Gold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays NovemberBank Holidays NovemberTop TrendingJalen Brunson InjuryAndy ReidGabrielle UnionAyesha CurryAja WilsonNico HarrisonKayla NicoleLamar JacksonNHL Trade RumorsDavid Kampf

Canada’s trade minister Maninder Sidhu, in an interview with TOI’s Sachin Parashar & Sidhartha, says his govt is focusing on quality skilled workers and both the countries are taking one step at a time before they move ahead with talks on a trade deal. Excerpts: Canada’s minister for international trade Maninder Sidhu, who is in India to take forward the bilateral dialogue on trade and investment ties, says that his government is looking for skilled workers from foreign countries, focusing more on quality. In an interview, he tells TOI that India and Canada are taking one step at a time and assessing the changes in the global economy before moving ahead with talks on a trade deal. Excerpts:How was the interaction with Mr Piyush Goyal?We had a great meeting today to focus on a lot of the opportunities; opportunities around aerospace, energy, AI and critical minerals. These are all critical sectors for India. As India grows, Canada is there in complementary services and that’s what we discovered today in terms of how fast India is growing. Election Results 2025Bihar poll results: NDA seen making gains according to early trends; Tejashwi leads from RaghopurBypolls: High-stake battle in Jubilee hills; counting under wayBiharAlliance ViewiParty ViewSeats: 243L + WMajority: 122NDA0MGB0OTH0Leads + Wins: 159/243NDA LEADINGExperience Bihar Election Results in 3D A new interactive way to explore constituenciesSource: PValueIndia needs 70% more energy by 2040. Canada is building the projects to get there. We have seven LNG projects in various phases of development. It was our first trade and investment dialogue at the ministerial level in many years. We need to continue building on that energy. Prime Minister Carney has given me a mandate, an ambitious target of $300 billion of (additional) non-US exports within the next 10 years and I’m looking at every market to see how we can continue diversifying and building on our trade partnerships. India is a great partner with $30 billion of two-way trade right and there’s room to grow.How far are we from resuming the talks on a bilateral trade deal?Right now, we’re identifying opportunities and hopefully, in the near future we’ll be able to get into the trade conversations, taking investment and trade to the next level. We also need to bring the business community along with us.When the talks were halted, it had reached a certain level. So, does that mean that you’re reviewing what was agreed upon till then?Look, this is a new government, new Prime Minister, new mandate, new focus. As you’ve seen from Prime Minister Carney, it’s new energy, it’s starting afresh. The context has changed from even six months ago. You know, President Trump’s tariff policies have really shifted things globally. So, we’re in a different frame right now. We just wrapped up a trade agreement with Indonesia a few weeks ago and launched negotiations with Thailand, with the Philippines. Two weeks ago, I ran into minister Jaishankar at the Asean Summit in Malaysia. We had a good conversation. Canada is looking at every opportunity, but now is the window that we can use. Our geography with the US Is not going to change. They’ll always remain important. We have to match the energy from businesses in Canada. It was very positive to hear from minister Goyal that he’s looking to come to Canada early next year with a delegation so we can continue building on this. Minister Jaishankar was in Canada yesterday and I’m here today. You know, there’s this sustained energy that we need to continue building upon because it’s not going to happen overnight.What do you make of foreign minister Anita Anand’s remarks on progress in the normalization of the relationship being contingent upon the law enforcement dialogue?The minister’s visit was positive, and it laid the groundwork for what I’m doing now. The safety and security of citizens of both countries is paramount. So those conversations are encouraging that law enforcement agencies are talking to each other to resolve some of the challenges. My job as an economic minister is to focus on the trade and investmentsDid you discuss India’s purchase of Russian oil?We talked about alternative sources of energy and Canada can provide that. As you look for stable, reliable, long-term supply, Canada is that. These contracts are done for 10, 15, 20 years, now is the time to get in early. You’ll notice in LNG, different countries have invested that those countries are now receiving the first shipments.For India, visas are an important issue especially for professionals and business visitors in trade agreements. Can you give us a sense of what the visa policy is going to be?Look, immigration comes up quite a lot; look at the diaspora, it’s huge in both countries. We have a lot of family and friends visiting each other. That’s why I sat down with Air Canada to talk about more flight options. In Canada, 13% of our trade flows through our airports. The Prime Minister has been very clear on immigration. It’s a focus on economic immigration, a focus on skilled immigration. So making sure we’re creating pathways to permanent residency for those skilled immigrants is very important for Canada’s growth plans. When you look at what’s happening to the south of us with the H1B anxieties, it’s in our budget. It’s still early in the conversations, but we’re looking at different pathways to attract technical capabilities, skilled capabilities to Canada. The PM’s focus is how do we build Canada. You have your localized talent, but you also need to bring in some talent that can add to that. So a part of that is looking at India and maybe something around the H1B programme is very important.And this would be STEM and similar skills?Yes, STEM, skilled workers. We need nurses and doctors. We have specialized pathways. Are we going to continue that as a government? These are all considerations that we were looking at because in the past, it was more about quantity. With us, yes, the quantity, quality is also important. There are no caps on postgraduates, they can come to Canada and study at the University of Toronto, McGill, many of the universities. Prime Minister Modi has been very clear he’d like universities and colleges to come to India from other countries like Canada to set up shop here. And so we’re facilitating those conversations because we’d like that partnership. It’s important. It helps build the partnership and trust between communities through research, through students. And so we’re looking at that option as well.Now that high level engagements have resumed, can we expect the Prime Ministers to meet on the margins of the upcoming G20 summit in South Africa? Can we expect Prime Minister Carney to visit India for the AI Summit in February?The schedules are still being looked at. But of course, more conversations are very important to this relationship, to have that sustained dialogue.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos‘Not An Apologist For BJP’: Shashi Tharoor On Row Over Backing Modi Govt During Op SindoorPune Road Accident: At Least 6 Dead, Several Injured After Truck Rams Multiple Vehicles’Message to world’: Amit Shah vows strictest punishment for Delhi Terror Attack culpritsAfghanistan FM Muttaqi Slams Pakistan’s ‘Illogical’ Demands After Talks Collapse In TurkeyMultiple IEDs, 32 Vehicles: Agencies Uncover Plan For Serial Car Explosions In Delhi Blast Probe30,000 Troops, 25 Warships, Fighter Jets: India Concludes Tri-Service Drill Trishul | Op Sindoor 2.0Muhammad Yunus Sets February 2026 Election Date For Bangladesh Along With Referendum On July CharterProject Cheetah Boost: President Murmu, Duma Boko Attend Handover in GaboroneDramatic Drone Chase Catches Attacker Who Fled Amravati Wedding After Stabbing Groom With KnifeIndian Air Force Opens Nyoma Airbase In Ladakh, A Strategic Game-Changer Along The China Frontier123PhotostoriesHappy Children’s Day 2025: Healthy habits every child should be taught earlyWhat happens to your body when you sleep less than six hours a night?Rudraksh You Should Wear According To Your Birth DateFrom box office disasters to cult legends: The forgotten Bollywood films that rose againWorld Diabetes Day 2025: 7 foods to help reverse type 2 diabetes5 best jewellery metals that are safe for sensitive skinDesk jobs and diabetes: The hidden health cost of the corporate lifestyleGestational diabetes: What every expecting mother should knowRanveer Singh takes Bollywood by storm with flair, success and charismaDiabetic neuropathy and poor circulation: The root causes of foot damage123Hot PicksBihar Election CandidatesBihar Election ConstituenciesBihar Election 2025Gold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays NovemberBank Holidays NovemberTop TrendingJalen Brunson InjuryAndy ReidGabrielle UnionAyesha CurryAja WilsonNico HarrisonKayla NicoleLamar JacksonNHL Trade RumorsDavid Kampf

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Canada’s minister for international trade Maninder Sidhu, who is in India to take forward the bilateral dialogue on trade and investment ties, says that his government is looking for skilled workers from foreign countries, focusing more on quality. In an interview, he tells TOI that India and Canada are taking one step at a time…

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Early Bihar election trends show the NDA leading significantly, prompting the Mahagathbandhan to renew “vote chori” accusations. Congress leaders allege the Election Commission colluded with the ruling party, citing alleged irregularities and money distribution. They frame the outcome as a contest between the ECI and the people of Bihar, awaiting final results. File photo NEW DELHI: The opposition kept up its “vote chori” chorus on Friday as chief minister Nitish Kumar’s NDA appeared headed for a sweeping return to power with a commanding mandate.Early trends, after several rounds of counting, showed the NDA leading in 200 seats. With 122 needed for a simple majority, touching the 200 mark would mark a historic shift in Bihar’s political landscape if the numbers hold.For the Mahagathbandhan, the trends spelled trouble. The alliance was ahead in only 36 seats, prompting the INDIA bloc to revive its allegations of “vote chori” and raise the SIR pitch, even though the mandate on the ground suggested these claims had little resonance with voters.Election Results 2025Bihar election results: Bihar votes for ‘sushasan’; NDA cruising towards clean sweepBihar election results: Congress headed for one of its worst performancesChapra: BJP’s Chhoti Kumari strengthens lead as Khesari Lal Yadav struggles to catch upBiharAlliance ViewiParty ViewSeats: 243L + WMajority: 122NDA0MGB0OTH0Leads + Wins: 243/243NDA LEADINGExperience Bihar Election Results in 3D A new interactive way to explore constituenciesSource: PValueCongress calls mandate ‘vote chori’Congress’s Bihar observer Ashok Gehlot, who is also Rajasthan’s ex-chief minister, said the mandate was “vote chori” that Rahul Gandhi meant. Gehlot alleged that the Election Commission was “colluding with the ruling party”. “Bihar results are disappointing, there is no doubt about it. The kind of atmosphere I saw there – women were given Rs 10,000 each; it was being given even when the Election Campaign was ongoing…EC remained a mute spectator. Why did it not stop this? It should have, but it didn’t…This means that what Rahul Gandhi said for Vote Chori, this is what Vote Chori is. If fair elections are not held, if rigging takes place, if bopoth capturing takes place or there is cheating and money is being distributed – EC didn’t take any action, they were colluding with the ruling party. Money is being misused these days,” Ashok Gehlot said.Congress spokesperson Pawan said that the poll was a “direct contest between the the Election Commission of India and the people of Bihar”.”The contest is directly between the Election Commission of India and the people of Bihar, and let’s see who wins. I’m not even talking about parties. I’m talking about a direct, straight contest between CEC Gyanesh Kumar and the people of Bihar,” Khera was quoted as saying by news agency PTI.Targeting the ECI chief Gyanesh Kumar, Khera said Kumar is “gaining an upper hand over the people of Bihar… I can’t underestimate the people of Bihar”. “These are just early trends, we’re waiting a bit. The initial trends certainly suggest that Gyanesh Kumar is gaining an upper hand over the people of Bihar… I can’t underestimate the people of Bihar. They have shown courage. They showed it despite the SIR. Now, let’s see in the coming hours how effective Gyanesh Kumar will be,” Khera said.Akhilesh cries electoral conspiracySamajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Friday launched a scathing attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party, terming the party as a “deceit” and blaming the Special Intensive Revision for trends predicting Mahagathbandhan’s dismal loss in Bihar elections.He termed the SIR as an “electoral conspiracy”, asserting that after Bihar, it won’t be possible in other states, including West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh or any other state.”The game that the Sir played in Bihar will no longer be possible in West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh or anywhere else, because this electoral conspiracy has now been exposed. From now on, we will not let them play this game. Just like CCTV, our ‘PPTV’ — meaning ‘PDA Prahari’ — will stay alert and foil the BJP’s intentions. The BJP is not a party, it is a deceit (BJP dal nahi chhal hai),” Yadav wrote on ‘X’.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos‘Pak Ready For Two-Front War’: Khawaja Asif’s Hollow Threat To India After Islamabad BlastCDS Anil Chauhan Issues Red Line To Defence Industry, Warns Against Delays And OverpromisingWashington Reports Encouraging Momentum As India-US Trade Talks Advance Toward A Year-End AgreementAsim Munir Steps In Amid Islamabad Terror Attack, Persuades Sri Lanka To Continue With Cricket Tour‘No Impunity For Terrorists’: Shashi Tharoor Endorses Govt Probe As Red Fort Blast Claims 13th LifeDelhi Blast: Security Forces Demolish House of Red Fort Bombing Accused Umar Nabi in Pulwama‘Not An Apologist For BJP’: Shashi Tharoor On Row Over Backing Modi Govt During Op SindoorPune Road Accident: At Least 6 Dead, Several Injured After Truck Rams Multiple Vehicles’Message to world’: Amit Shah vows strictest punishment for Delhi Terror Attack culpritsAfghanistan FM Muttaqi Slams Pakistan’s ‘Illogical’ Demands After Talks Collapse In Turkey123PhotostoriesHyderabad eyes global spotlight: Govt may rope in Lionel Messi as ‘Telangana Rising’ ambassadorNitish Kumar’s stunning comeback in Bihar: How the veteran leader silenced doubters once againCrowds but no votes: What went wrong with Rahul Gandhi’s Bihar election push?Running in a 400+ AQI? 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Early Bihar election trends show the NDA leading significantly, prompting the Mahagathbandhan to renew “vote chori” accusations. Congress leaders allege the Election Commission colluded with the ruling party, citing alleged irregularities and money distribution. They frame the outcome as a contest between the ECI and the people of Bihar, awaiting final results. File photo NEW DELHI: The opposition kept up its “vote chori” chorus on Friday as chief minister Nitish Kumar’s NDA appeared headed for a sweeping return to power with a commanding mandate.Early trends, after several rounds of counting, showed the NDA leading in 200 seats. With 122 needed for a simple majority, touching the 200 mark would mark a historic shift in Bihar’s political landscape if the numbers hold.For the Mahagathbandhan, the trends spelled trouble. The alliance was ahead in only 36 seats, prompting the INDIA bloc to revive its allegations of “vote chori” and raise the SIR pitch, even though the mandate on the ground suggested these claims had little resonance with voters.Election Results 2025Bihar election results: Bihar votes for ‘sushasan’; NDA cruising towards clean sweepBihar election results: Congress headed for one of its worst performancesChapra: BJP’s Chhoti Kumari strengthens lead as Khesari Lal Yadav struggles to catch upBiharAlliance ViewiParty ViewSeats: 243L + WMajority: 122NDA0MGB0OTH0Leads + Wins: 243/243NDA LEADINGExperience Bihar Election Results in 3D A new interactive way to explore constituenciesSource: PValueCongress calls mandate ‘vote chori’Congress’s Bihar observer Ashok Gehlot, who is also Rajasthan’s ex-chief minister, said the mandate was “vote chori” that Rahul Gandhi meant. Gehlot alleged that the Election Commission was “colluding with the ruling party”. “Bihar results are disappointing, there is no doubt about it. The kind of atmosphere I saw there – women were given Rs 10,000 each; it was being given even when the Election Campaign was ongoing…EC remained a mute spectator. Why did it not stop this? It should have, but it didn’t…This means that what Rahul Gandhi said for Vote Chori, this is what Vote Chori is. If fair elections are not held, if rigging takes place, if bopoth capturing takes place or there is cheating and money is being distributed – EC didn’t take any action, they were colluding with the ruling party. Money is being misused these days,” Ashok Gehlot said.Congress spokesperson Pawan said that the poll was a “direct contest between the the Election Commission of India and the people of Bihar”.”The contest is directly between the Election Commission of India and the people of Bihar, and let’s see who wins. I’m not even talking about parties. I’m talking about a direct, straight contest between CEC Gyanesh Kumar and the people of Bihar,” Khera was quoted as saying by news agency PTI.Targeting the ECI chief Gyanesh Kumar, Khera said Kumar is “gaining an upper hand over the people of Bihar… I can’t underestimate the people of Bihar”. “These are just early trends, we’re waiting a bit. The initial trends certainly suggest that Gyanesh Kumar is gaining an upper hand over the people of Bihar… I can’t underestimate the people of Bihar. They have shown courage. They showed it despite the SIR. Now, let’s see in the coming hours how effective Gyanesh Kumar will be,” Khera said.Akhilesh cries electoral conspiracySamajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Friday launched a scathing attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party, terming the party as a “deceit” and blaming the Special Intensive Revision for trends predicting Mahagathbandhan’s dismal loss in Bihar elections.He termed the SIR as an “electoral conspiracy”, asserting that after Bihar, it won’t be possible in other states, including West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh or any other state.”The game that the Sir played in Bihar will no longer be possible in West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh or anywhere else, because this electoral conspiracy has now been exposed. From now on, we will not let them play this game. Just like CCTV, our ‘PPTV’ — meaning ‘PDA Prahari’ — will stay alert and foil the BJP’s intentions. The BJP is not a party, it is a deceit (BJP dal nahi chhal hai),” Yadav wrote on ‘X’.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos‘Pak Ready For Two-Front War’: Khawaja Asif’s Hollow Threat To India After Islamabad BlastCDS Anil Chauhan Issues Red Line To Defence Industry, Warns Against Delays And OverpromisingWashington Reports Encouraging Momentum As India-US Trade Talks Advance Toward A Year-End AgreementAsim Munir Steps In Amid Islamabad Terror Attack, Persuades Sri Lanka To Continue With Cricket Tour‘No Impunity For Terrorists’: Shashi Tharoor Endorses Govt Probe As Red Fort Blast Claims 13th LifeDelhi Blast: Security Forces Demolish House of Red Fort Bombing Accused Umar Nabi in Pulwama‘Not An Apologist For BJP’: Shashi Tharoor On Row Over Backing Modi Govt During Op SindoorPune Road Accident: At Least 6 Dead, Several Injured After Truck Rams Multiple Vehicles’Message to world’: Amit Shah vows strictest punishment for Delhi Terror Attack culpritsAfghanistan FM Muttaqi Slams Pakistan’s ‘Illogical’ Demands After Talks Collapse In Turkey123PhotostoriesHyderabad eyes global spotlight: Govt may rope in Lionel Messi as ‘Telangana Rising’ ambassadorNitish Kumar’s stunning comeback in Bihar: How the veteran leader silenced doubters once againCrowds but no votes: What went wrong with Rahul Gandhi’s Bihar election push?Running in a 400+ AQI? How outdoor workouts in polluted air change our heart, lungs and long-term healthFrom sharing the screen with Salman Khan to becoming an air hostess The unseen journey of Pervien DasturDebris of a terror plot: Delhi bomber’s Pulwama home reduced to rubbleDiabetes prevention: Swap the refined sugar with these 7 alternative natural sweeteners7 most powerful manifestation techniques that actually workNon alcoholic fatty liver vs alcoholic fatty liver: Which is more dangerous?What kind of parent are you based on your zodiac sign123Hot PicksAlinagar Election ResultRaghopur Election ResultBihar Election Result 2025Gold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays NovemberBank Holidays NovemberTop TrendingBihar Election CandidatesAlinagar Election ResultKargahar Election ResultPrashant KishorChirag PaswanAssembly Election BiharRaghopur Election ResultMahua Election ResultPune Bridge AccidentAnta Election Result

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NEW DELHI: The opposition kept up its “vote chori” chorus on Friday as chief minister Nitish Kumar’s NDA appeared headed for a sweeping return to power with a commanding mandate.Early trends, after several rounds of counting, showed the NDA leading in 200 seats. With 122 needed for a simple majority, touching the 200 mark would…

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