Rajasthan: Muslim family keeps alive its tradition of making Ravana's effigy

Speaking on the occasion, the President said that it is a matter of pride for the Santal community that our ancestor, Tilka Majhi, raised the banner of revolt against exploitation nearly 240 years ago. Nearly 60 years after his revolt, the brave brothers Sido-Kanhu and Chand-Bhairav, along with the brave sisters Phoolo-Jhano, led the Santal Hul in 1855.

Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria on Friday highlighted the achievements of the state government since March 2025, particularly in tackling drug abuse and improving education. While addressing the media, the Governor said that village committee meetings had revealed a significant decline in drug sales. "Approximately 41,000 people have been arrested, and the government is doing its part with the anti-drug campaign," he noted.

Communist Party of India (Marxist) expelled PK Sasi from the party's primary membership after he led a rebel convention in Palakkad, criticising the party leadership, including District Secretary EN Suresh Babu.

A 56-year-old Booth Level Officer (BLO) from Uttar Pradesh's Kaushambi district was found dead in the Yamuna River under suspicious circumstances, days after he was reported missing, police said.

Speaking at the Transport Logistic India 2026 conference organised by Messe Munchen India at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai, the Minister outlined the State government's strategy to build a future-ready logistics ecosystem through infrastructure expansion, digital integration, policy support, sustainability initiatives and skill development, according to a release.