May 19, 2026
‘Fake AI campaign’ Sparks Allegations as Himanta Biswa Sarma Takes On Congress in Assam | India News

‘Fake AI campaign’ Sparks Allegations as Himanta Biswa Sarma Takes On Congress in Assam | India News

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NEW DELHI: Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday vowed to take the “stringest action” against Congress leader Pawan Khera over his allegations. He has dismissed the claims as digitally manipulated “fake AI campaign” and has expressed confidence that the BJP will win at least 100 seats in the upcoming assembly elections.“…I will take…

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Delhi government invites scholarship applications for SC, ST, OBC students for 2025-26, apply by April 30

Delhi government invites scholarship applications for SC, ST, OBC students for 2025-26, apply by April 30

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The Government of Delhi has invited applications for scholarship schemes for students belonging to Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), and Other Backward Classes (OBC) categories for the academic year 2025-26.According to the official notice, five state-funded schemes and several centrally sponsored schemes are available for eligible students studying in schools, colleges, and universities in…

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‘Moondram Pirai’ to ’96’: Tamil romantic movies that define generations

‘Moondram Pirai’ to ’96’: Tamil romantic movies that define generations

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Tamil cinema boasts a rich history of romantic dramas. Films like Moondram Pirai, Bombay, Poove Unakkaga, Alaipayuthey, and 96 have left a lasting impact. These movies, known for their emotional depth and relatable stories, continue to resonate with audiences. Other popular titles like Vinnaithaandi Varuvaayaa and Minnale also showcase the enduring appeal of love stories…

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Jasprit Bumrah: IPL 2026: From being unable to afford milk to becoming a cricket hero: The quiet rise of Jasprit Bumrah

Jasprit Bumrah: IPL 2026: From being unable to afford milk to becoming a cricket hero: The quiet rise of Jasprit Bumrah

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Jasprit BumrahPhoto: AFP Photo With the on-going IPL season, cricketers and their stories of struggles, grit and determination are what inspire many. One such ace Indian cricketer is Jasprit Bumrah, who is currently playing for the Mumbai Indians (MI) this season. Today, Jasprit Bumrah is spoken of in the same breath as the greatest fast…

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NEW DELHI: A technical committee of Bureau of Indian Standards has recommended the cabinet secretariat’s deregulation cell to reconsider its “suggestion” to drop fire and life safety from the main National Building Code and move it to a “handbook”, arguing fire safety is a critical issue and buildings that are not planned or maintained well can turn into death traps.The deregulation cell, which is looking to ease life for individuals and businesses, has proposed a revamp of the National Building Code (NBC), with sections dealing with prerequisites for applying provisions of the code, administration and development control and promotion norms along with general building requirements be deleted. The cell’s suggestions were based on inputs from stakeholders.The cell had also proposed that fire and life safety, construction management, landscape development, approach to sustainability asset and facility management be part of separate “handbooks”, which work as references for best practices. The idea is to leave it to state govts and municipal authorities to decide norms.This is the second instance of the cell suggesting BIS change the norms. Last one was the withdrawal of notification related to revised seismic code.The BIS committee has accepted several suggestions of the deregulation cell, including the provision of dividing a city into fire zones, removing height restriction and relaxing the requirement of sprinkler system for all low-hazard and small-scale industries. “The committee has agreed to modify provisions where suggestions have merit. But any dilution of fire safety norms must be avoided for public safety,” said a panel member.Some committee members said that when draft NBC-2025 was ready for publication after over two years of work by experts, the cell in a letter to states said NBC is not mandatory for them to follow. The June 25 last year letter stated, “NBC is not legally binding. It’s a voluntary code for reference. It is not a ‘code’ in a legally binding sense…The subject of land and buildings is listed in List-II (State List) in the Constitution.” “Hence buildings and matters like norms for FAR/FSI, set back, ground coverage, parking, green area, fire regulation, etc as well as other aspects covered in NBC are within the exclusive legislative and executive jurisdiction of states,” it said.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos’Pakistan Will Be Divided Into…’: Rajnath Singh’s Strong Response To Khawaja Asif’s Kolkata ThreatAhead Of Vikram Misri’s US Visit, Sergio Gor’s High Level Meetings Set Stage For Key Strategic TalksAfter US Rescue Ops Inside Iran, Question Emerges, Could India Have Attempted Such Mission In 2019?’India’s Global Rise Needs Military Edge’: Michael Rubin Urges Delhi To Match Power With CapabilityGovt Boosts 5-Kg LPG Allocation For Migrants As Supply Pressure GrowsPakistan’s Kolkata Threat Row: TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee Slams PM Modi, Shah With Fiery Response“Mad Dog Has Bitten Them”: Assam CM’s Wife Launches Fiery Attack On CongressPM Modi Hails Nuclear Milestone, India’s Fast Breeder Reactor At Kalpakkam Reaches Criticality Stage“Saved Millions Of Lives”: Trump Repeats Explosive India-Pak Truce Claim Amid Iran WarPakistan To Repay .8 Billion In External Debt By June, Including .5 Billion To UAE: Report123PhotostoriesSummer fridge warning: These small mistakes can overheat your compressor and cause a blastDelhi Pragati Maidan underpass-5 back on track after Railway NOC work is scheduled to finish by Dec 2026Things you can do if you wake up between 3 AM and 5 AMThe biggest sign you are with the right partnerAlia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor’s airport look screams Monaco millionaire energy – let’s decode their quiet luxury momentCarry this with you for wealth and financial stability based on your birth date5 castles where people still live—and you can visit tooPlatinum vs Silver: What are the main differences?Baby names inspired by Lord Hanuman10 ancient ways people preserved food before refrigerators existed123Hot PicksLuka Doncic InjuryUpdated IPL Points TableOil PriceSilver Rate TodayLPG NewsPublic holidays April 2026Bank Holidays AprilTop TrendingRory McilroyBlake LivelyKerala pollsWest Bengal assembly electionEA FC 26 Team of the SeasonKerala ElectionStrait of HormuzIPL Points TableSchool Holidays in AprilKarnataka 2nd PUC Exam Result Date

NEW DELHI: A technical committee of Bureau of Indian Standards has recommended the cabinet secretariat’s deregulation cell to reconsider its “suggestion” to drop fire and life safety from the main National Building Code and move it to a “handbook”, arguing fire safety is a critical issue and buildings that are not planned or maintained well can turn into death traps.The deregulation cell, which is looking to ease life for individuals and businesses, has proposed a revamp of the National Building Code (NBC), with sections dealing with prerequisites for applying provisions of the code, administration and development control and promotion norms along with general building requirements be deleted. The cell’s suggestions were based on inputs from stakeholders.The cell had also proposed that fire and life safety, construction management, landscape development, approach to sustainability asset and facility management be part of separate “handbooks”, which work as references for best practices. The idea is to leave it to state govts and municipal authorities to decide norms.This is the second instance of the cell suggesting BIS change the norms. Last one was the withdrawal of notification related to revised seismic code.The BIS committee has accepted several suggestions of the deregulation cell, including the provision of dividing a city into fire zones, removing height restriction and relaxing the requirement of sprinkler system for all low-hazard and small-scale industries. “The committee has agreed to modify provisions where suggestions have merit. But any dilution of fire safety norms must be avoided for public safety,” said a panel member.Some committee members said that when draft NBC-2025 was ready for publication after over two years of work by experts, the cell in a letter to states said NBC is not mandatory for them to follow. The June 25 last year letter stated, “NBC is not legally binding. It’s a voluntary code for reference. It is not a ‘code’ in a legally binding sense…The subject of land and buildings is listed in List-II (State List) in the Constitution.” “Hence buildings and matters like norms for FAR/FSI, set back, ground coverage, parking, green area, fire regulation, etc as well as other aspects covered in NBC are within the exclusive legislative and executive jurisdiction of states,” it said.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos’Pakistan Will Be Divided Into…’: Rajnath Singh’s Strong Response To Khawaja Asif’s Kolkata ThreatAhead Of Vikram Misri’s US Visit, Sergio Gor’s High Level Meetings Set Stage For Key Strategic TalksAfter US Rescue Ops Inside Iran, Question Emerges, Could India Have Attempted Such Mission In 2019?’India’s Global Rise Needs Military Edge’: Michael Rubin Urges Delhi To Match Power With CapabilityGovt Boosts 5-Kg LPG Allocation For Migrants As Supply Pressure GrowsPakistan’s Kolkata Threat Row: TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee Slams PM Modi, Shah With Fiery Response“Mad Dog Has Bitten Them”: Assam CM’s Wife Launches Fiery Attack On CongressPM Modi Hails Nuclear Milestone, India’s Fast Breeder Reactor At Kalpakkam Reaches Criticality Stage“Saved Millions Of Lives”: Trump Repeats Explosive India-Pak Truce Claim Amid Iran WarPakistan To Repay $4.8 Billion In External Debt By June, Including $3.5 Billion To UAE: Report123PhotostoriesSummer fridge warning: These small mistakes can overheat your compressor and cause a blastDelhi Pragati Maidan underpass-5 back on track after Railway NOC work is scheduled to finish by Dec 2026Things you can do if you wake up between 3 AM and 5 AMThe biggest sign you are with the right partnerAlia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor’s airport look screams Monaco millionaire energy – let’s decode their quiet luxury momentCarry this with you for wealth and financial stability based on your birth date5 castles where people still live—and you can visit tooPlatinum vs Silver: What are the main differences?Baby names inspired by Lord Hanuman10 ancient ways people preserved food before refrigerators existed123Hot PicksLuka Doncic InjuryUpdated IPL Points TableOil PriceSilver Rate TodayLPG NewsPublic holidays April 2026Bank Holidays AprilTop TrendingRory McilroyBlake LivelyKerala pollsWest Bengal assembly electionEA FC 26 Team of the SeasonKerala ElectionStrait of HormuzIPL Points TableSchool Holidays in AprilKarnataka 2nd PUC Exam Result Date

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NEW DELHI: A technical committee of Bureau of Indian Standards has recommended the cabinet secretariat’s deregulation cell to reconsider its “suggestion” to drop fire and life safety from the main National Building Code and move it to a “handbook”, arguing fire safety is a critical issue and buildings that are not planned or maintained well…

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‘We’re losing in key moments’: Klaasen reveals what’s hurting SRH in IPL 2026

‘We’re losing in key moments’: Klaasen reveals what’s hurting SRH in IPL 2026

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Sunrisers Hyderabad’s Heinrich Klaasen (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: Heinrich Klaasen has candidly assessed what’s going wrong for Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL 2026, pointing to lapses in batting execution and poor fielding as the key reasons behind their inconsistent start.Despite registering just one win in three matches, Klaasen believes it is “still early days” and is…

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‘Dhurandhar’ is the beginning of the end’: ‘Rana Naidu’ writer BVS Ravi on how Ranveer Singh’s film will reshape Telugu films

‘Dhurandhar’ is the beginning of the end’: ‘Rana Naidu’ writer BVS Ravi on how Ranveer Singh’s film will reshape Telugu films

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Filmmaker BVS Ravi champions Aditya Dhar’s latest project, ‘Dhurandhar’, calling it a transformative milestone for the Telugu film industry. He asserts that the ambitious scope and coherent storytelling—all crafted within a substantial Rs 260 crore budget across two installments—serve as evidence that ineffective planning, not star payments, is what truly elevates production expenses. Read on…

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Dior, Louis Vuitton decline sale to Russian Olympian at Milan airport: Here’s what happened

Dior, Louis Vuitton decline sale to Russian Olympian at Milan airport: Here’s what happened

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Russian figure skater Adeliia Petrosian was reportedly refused service at Milan airport boutiques of Dior and Louis Vuitton due to her Russian passport. This incident highlights how geopolitical sanctions, specifically EU restrictions on luxury goods exports to Russia, are impacting individual experiences and blurring the lines between fashion and politics. Luxury shopping at airports is…

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Image posted by Navjot Kaur Sidhu on X NEW DELHI: Former Punjab MLA Navjot Kaur Sidhu on Tuesday launched her own political outfit, Bharatiya Rashtrawadi Party, two months after she was expelled from the Congress.Kaur, wife of former cricketer and ex-Punjab Congress chief Navjot Singh Sidhu, made the announcement on X late Monday night, calling it a “much awaited announcement.”“The much-awaited announcement: We have been working on a new alternative at a national level after carefully monitoring and reviewing the current standards of performance of political leaders,” her post read.“Just wanting to dedicate our lives to our country, giving back to the people what they truly deserve and expect from us. A divine intervention, which just put together some like-minded individuals who just have the ability, confidence, courage, and determination to work on each state with the common goal to provide justice and peace, and through love, work with the energy of higher consciousness and deliver just what Waheguru Ji desires from us,” she wrote.Kaur added that she would lead Punjab to achieve its “long-lost glory” as a “Golden State,” rooted in “love, sharing, justice, liberty, and selfless service,” without outside interference.The Congress had suspended Kaur after her “Rs 500 crore for chief minister’s chair” remark sparked a political row. She had also targeted Punjab Congress chief Amrinder Singh Raja Warring, accusing him of “damaging” the state unit and calling him “the most horrific, incapable, and corrupt president ever.”She was later expelled following repeated criticism of Rahul Gandhi and Warring.Kaur was elected MLA from Amritsar East in 2012 on a BJP ticket. She joined the Congress along with her husband ahead of the 2017 Punjab assembly polls, in which the party unseated the Shiromani Akali Dal–BJP alliance.(With PTI inputs)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 MediaVideosPakistan’s Kolkata Threat Row: TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee Slams PM Modi, Shah With Fiery Response“Mad Dog Has Bitten Them”: Assam CM’s Wife Launches Fiery Attack On CongressPM Modi Hails Nuclear Milestone, India’s Fast Breeder Reactor At Kalpakkam Reaches Criticality Stage“Saved Millions Of Lives”: Trump Repeats Explosive India-Pak Truce Claim Amid Iran WarPakistan To Repay .8 Billion In External Debt By June, Including .5 Billion To UAE: ReportJaishankar Speaks To Qatar PM, India Ramps Up Diplomatic Outreach Amid Iran EscalationUAPA Terror Case: NIA Court Sends US Citizen, 6 Ukrainians To 30-Day Judicial Custody‘Jointness To Theatre Commands Is Not Simple’: Lt Gen PJS Pannu On India’s Military ReformsModi Vs Mamata, Himanta Vs Gogoi: Why Pakistan Features In Bengal, Assam Poll RhetoricKhalistan Call In Canada Falls Flat, Low Turnout Exposes Gap Between Online Noise And Ground Reality123PhotostoriesCarry this with you for wealth and financial stability based on your birth date5 castles where people still live—and you can visit tooPlatinum vs Silver: What are the main differences?Baby names inspired by Lord Hanuman8 famous foods that aren’t actually from the countries you thinkWhy rotis turn soggy in casserole & 5 tips to keep them moisture-free6 ultra-rare Bugatti models ever built7 painting styles that elevate your home décor with a luxurious touch4 Bhagavad Gita shlokas that help when life feels unfairNo symptoms but real risk: How prediabetes and prehypertension progress silently, and what you can do today to prevent future health issues123Hot PicksLuka Doncic InjuryUpdated IPL Points TableOil PriceSilver Rate TodayLPG NewsPublic holidays April 2026Bank Holidays AprilTop TrendingRory McilroyBlake LivelyKerala pollsWest Bengal assembly electionLindsey GrahamGigi HadidAngel ReeseIPL Points TableSchool Holidays in AprilKarnataka 2nd PUC Exam Result Date

Image posted by Navjot Kaur Sidhu on X NEW DELHI: Former Punjab MLA Navjot Kaur Sidhu on Tuesday launched her own political outfit, Bharatiya Rashtrawadi Party, two months after she was expelled from the Congress.Kaur, wife of former cricketer and ex-Punjab Congress chief Navjot Singh Sidhu, made the announcement on X late Monday night, calling it a “much awaited announcement.”“The much-awaited announcement: We have been working on a new alternative at a national level after carefully monitoring and reviewing the current standards of performance of political leaders,” her post read.“Just wanting to dedicate our lives to our country, giving back to the people what they truly deserve and expect from us. A divine intervention, which just put together some like-minded individuals who just have the ability, confidence, courage, and determination to work on each state with the common goal to provide justice and peace, and through love, work with the energy of higher consciousness and deliver just what Waheguru Ji desires from us,” she wrote.Kaur added that she would lead Punjab to achieve its “long-lost glory” as a “Golden State,” rooted in “love, sharing, justice, liberty, and selfless service,” without outside interference.The Congress had suspended Kaur after her “Rs 500 crore for chief minister’s chair” remark sparked a political row. She had also targeted Punjab Congress chief Amrinder Singh Raja Warring, accusing him of “damaging” the state unit and calling him “the most horrific, incapable, and corrupt president ever.”She was later expelled following repeated criticism of Rahul Gandhi and Warring.Kaur was elected MLA from Amritsar East in 2012 on a BJP ticket. She joined the Congress along with her husband ahead of the 2017 Punjab assembly polls, in which the party unseated the Shiromani Akali Dal–BJP alliance.(With PTI inputs)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 MediaVideosPakistan’s Kolkata Threat Row: TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee Slams PM Modi, Shah With Fiery Response“Mad Dog Has Bitten Them”: Assam CM’s Wife Launches Fiery Attack On CongressPM Modi Hails Nuclear Milestone, India’s Fast Breeder Reactor At Kalpakkam Reaches Criticality Stage“Saved Millions Of Lives”: Trump Repeats Explosive India-Pak Truce Claim Amid Iran WarPakistan To Repay $4.8 Billion In External Debt By June, Including $3.5 Billion To UAE: ReportJaishankar Speaks To Qatar PM, India Ramps Up Diplomatic Outreach Amid Iran EscalationUAPA Terror Case: NIA Court Sends US Citizen, 6 Ukrainians To 30-Day Judicial Custody‘Jointness To Theatre Commands Is Not Simple’: Lt Gen PJS Pannu On India’s Military ReformsModi Vs Mamata, Himanta Vs Gogoi: Why Pakistan Features In Bengal, Assam Poll RhetoricKhalistan Call In Canada Falls Flat, Low Turnout Exposes Gap Between Online Noise And Ground Reality123PhotostoriesCarry this with you for wealth and financial stability based on your birth date5 castles where people still live—and you can visit tooPlatinum vs Silver: What are the main differences?Baby names inspired by Lord Hanuman8 famous foods that aren’t actually from the countries you thinkWhy rotis turn soggy in casserole & 5 tips to keep them moisture-free6 ultra-rare Bugatti models ever built7 painting styles that elevate your home décor with a luxurious touch4 Bhagavad Gita shlokas that help when life feels unfairNo symptoms but real risk: How prediabetes and prehypertension progress silently, and what you can do today to prevent future health issues123Hot PicksLuka Doncic InjuryUpdated IPL Points TableOil PriceSilver Rate TodayLPG NewsPublic holidays April 2026Bank Holidays AprilTop TrendingRory McilroyBlake LivelyKerala pollsWest Bengal assembly electionLindsey GrahamGigi HadidAngel ReeseIPL Points TableSchool Holidays in AprilKarnataka 2nd PUC Exam Result Date

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Image posted by Navjot Kaur Sidhu on X NEW DELHI: Former Punjab MLA Navjot Kaur Sidhu on Tuesday launched her own political outfit, Bharatiya Rashtrawadi Party, two months after she was expelled from the Congress.Kaur, wife of former cricketer and ex-Punjab Congress chief Navjot Singh Sidhu, made the announcement on X late Monday night, calling…

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12 million barrels of crude! India ramps up Venezuela oil imports to 6-year high amid US-Iran war, Hormuz crisis

12 million barrels of crude! India ramps up Venezuela oil imports to 6-year high amid US-Iran war, Hormuz crisis

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India is actively looking to offset supply disruptions from the Middle East caused by the Iran conflict. (AI image) Amid the raging US-Israel-Iran war, India is set to get high volumes of crude oil from Venezuela as the Strait of Hormuz supply disruptions continue. Shipping data quoted by Kpler indicates that over 12 million barrels…

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AIIMS NORCET 10 admit card 2026 to be released tomorrow for 2,551 Nursing Officer posts: Check how to download hall ticket

AIIMS NORCET 10 admit card 2026 to be released tomorrow for 2,551 Nursing Officer posts: Check how to download hall ticket

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AIIMS NORCET 10 admit card 2026 AIIMS NORCET 10 admit card 2026: The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi will release the admit card for the Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test (NORCET) 2026 tomorrow, April 8, 2026. Candidates who have registered for the recruitment exam will be able to download their…

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