Herald Bureau

CPI-Maoist pleas for talks draw a blank, pre-coditions rejected

Chhattisgarh Deputy Chief Minister and Home Minister Vijay Sharma dismissed the Maoists’ conditions, emphasizing that talks must align with constitutional values. “We are ready for dialogue 24/7, but there’s no war-like situation to justify their ceasefire demands,” Sharma said, urging Maoists to surrender under the state’s rehabilitation policy.

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New pontiff anointed as next in line to lead Kanchi Kamakoti Peetam

The Kanchi Kamakoti Peetam is one of India’s oldest religious institutions with a legacy deeply rooted in Vedic traditions. The appointment of its junior pontiff is considered a significant milestone that ensures the continuity of its spiritual and cultural heritage. With this announcement, devotees and scholars look forward to the contributions of the new acharya to further enrich the legacy of the Peetam.

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India’s Agni-V can target far beyond Pak, Hyderabad in range of Shaheen-III

Pakistan’s missile program includes weapons like Shaheen-II (2,200 km) and Shaheen-III (2,750 km), which can target many key Indian cities. For example:
– Shaheen-II can reach Hyderabad, Bengaluru, and Kolkata. Shaheen-III extends Pakistan’s reach to more distant cities like Chennai and beyond.
Pakistan lacks missiles with ranges similar to India’s Agni-V.

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Eight devotees killed in Simhachalam wall collapse, massive rescue on

Rescue operations were promptly initiated by teams from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and State Disaster Response Force (SDRF). Seventeen ambulances were deployed to transport the injured to nearby hospitals, including KGH Hospital. Andhra Pradesh Home Minister Vangalapudi Anitha and District Collector Harendra Prasad visited the site to oversee the rescue efforts and assess the situation.

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