Cong-AAP joint protest in Chandigarh against Mayoral Poll 'tampering'
The alleged tampering led to the declaration of eight votes as invalid, sparking outrage and claims of a threat to democracy.- Chandigarh - UPDATED: January 31, 2024, 03:40 AM - 3 mins read
Councillors from the AAP, Congress convened near the Sector 17 police station in Chandigarh on Wednesday. File Photo.
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July 21, 2024, 03:14 AM - 3 mins read
On Sunday, the occasion of Guru Purnima saw Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other leaders taking to social media platform X to extend their greetings. PM Modi expressed his best wishes to all countrymen, emphasising the significance of the holy festival.
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July 21, 2024, 02:58 AM - 4 mins read
On the auspicious occasion of Guru Purnima, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath offered his prayers at the Gorakhnath Temple in Gorakhpur on Sunday. CM Adityanath was seen performing rituals, including pouring milk on Lord Shiva and offering his prayers to Lord Gorakhnath. The Chief Minister also interacted with children, distributing chocolates on the temple premises, spreading joy among the young devotees.
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July 21, 2024, 02:07 AM - 3 mins read
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July 21, 2024, 01:48 AM - 3 mins read
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July 21, 2024, 12:13 AM - 2 mins read
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