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Inspired by Seshan, EC to have separate enclosures for voting by ‘purdanasheen’ women | India News

NEW DELHI: Taking a leaf out of former chief election commissioner (CEC) T N Seshan’s book, the Election Commission has asked its Bihar poll machinery to set up separate enclosures for identification of ‘purdanasheen’ women voters in the polling stations, using innovative but locally available, inexpensive materials like charpoys and bedspreads.Implementing the directions issued by…

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‘It’s been an honour’: Navy admiral leading US forces in Caribbean retires – who is Alvin Holsey?

Admiral Alvin Holsey (Courtesy: Southern Command) Admiral Alvin Holsey, who leads the US Southern Command overseeing operations across Central and South America, announced on Thursday that he is retiring from service. In his role, Holsey has overseen ongoing operations targeting suspected drug-carrying vessels in the Caribbean.“It’s been an honour to serve our nation, the American…

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Gold rates hit record highs! Prices hit $4,379.93 per ounce; US credit worries, China tensions fuel safe-haven rush

Gold soared to record levels as renewed concerns over US credit quality and escalating US-China tensions drove investors toward safe-haven assets.Gold surged 1.2 per cent to $4,379.93 per ounce on Friday, heading for its biggest weekly gain since 2008 and extending a rally that began in August. The surge was underpinned by expectations of steep…

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‘Kiske baap ke andar taaqat hai…’: Govinda reacts to being ‘defamed’ for arriving late on sets | Hindi Movie News

Govinda has finally addressed the persistent rumors about his alleged habit of arriving late on film sets.Appearing on the talk show Too Much with Kajol and Twinkle, the veteran star shared how he has been “defamed” over the issue, expressing disappointment over the way it has affected his reputation.“Mai defame huwa hu ki mai time…

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Judge temporarily halts ED layoffs amid Trump administration’s controversial special education funding cuts

Judge temporarily blocks ED layoffs impacting IDEA funding during US shutdown. (AP Photo) A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration’s decision to lay off nearly all staff within the Education Department’s special education division. The ruling paused the dismissals amid widespread concern over the impact on special education funding and services.Judge Susan Illston…

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‘President would love it’: White House on potential Putin-Zelenskyy talks; ‘He thinks it’s possible’, says press secretary Karoline Leavitt

Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin, Volodymyr Zelenskyy US President Donald Trump would “love” to see Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy meet to discuss ending the war in Ukraine, according to White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt.Also Read | ‘A very good step’: Trump to organise Putin-Zelenskyy talks; trilateral summit to follow“He thinks…

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RBI moves lift Re by 26p to 87.82 vs $

MUMBAI: The rupee gained 26 paise to close at 87.82 against the dollar — a month’s high — on Thursday. The domestic currency opened at 87.90, rose to a high of 87.70, and hit an intraday low of 87.93.The local unit has strengthened as strong central bank intervention in the previous session and renewed optimism…

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