W Champaran tribals threaten poll boycott over lack of roads & bridges

Tribal villages in Bettiah, bordering the Valmiki Tiger Reserve, face severe underdevelopment with unpaved roads and treacherous river crossings. Residents, cut off for months during monsoons, are boycotting assembly elections due to unfulfilled promises of basic infrastructure like bridges and electricity. Despite appeals from the SP, villagers remain resolute in their decision.

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Office rent growth: Bengaluru, Delhi-NCR, Mumbai see 4.3% YoY rise; leasing activity set to hit 50 mn sq ft

India’s prime office markets in Bengaluru, Delhi-NCR, and Mumbai are experiencing robust growth, with rents rising by an average of 4.3% year-on-year. Leasing activity is projected to hit a record 50 million sq ft in 2025, driven by Global Capability Centres and IT services. This surge underscores India’s increasing significance as a global business hub,…

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‘The King is about to arrive!’: How Australian commentators reacted to Virat Kohli’s arrival one last time

Virat Kohli’s final Australian innings was a spectacle, marked by awe and nostalgia. He achieved significant milestones, surpassing legends to become the second-highest ODI run-scorer and the highest in combined limited-overs internationals. His fighting 74 not out, alongside Rohit Sharma’s century, secured a consolation win for India, leaving fans with cherished memories.

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Karishma Tanna urges fans to celebrate Diwali mindfully, says ‘air turns grey, pets hide under bed’

Actress Karishma Tanna urged fans to rethink Diwali celebrations, highlighting the distress firecrackers cause to people, animals, and the environment. She questioned the tradition’s true meaning, advocating for celebrations filled with laughter, diyas, and warmth instead of noise and pollution. Tanna encouraged a shift towards conscious festivities, emphasizing peace and kindness over chaos and fear.

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