Editorial

‘Give me old-age pension’: ‘124-yr-old’ Minta Devi makes light of poll row; attacks oppn for using her image

Minta Devi from Bihar has criticized opposition MPs for using her name in a protest against the Election Commission’s voter roll revision. INDIA bloc leaders wore T-shirts with her name and a claimed age of 124, which she disputes. Devi questions their motives and denies any contact from the administration regarding the alleged discrepancy.

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‘Trust deficit’: SC on Bihar SIR showdown; what happened during the hearing

The Supreme Court is reviewing concerns about potential voter disenfranchisement in Bihar’s electoral roll revision. The court highlighted a “trust deficit” between the Election Commission and the opposition, addressing arguments about excluded voters and document requirements. The court warned it might intervene if mass exclusion is proven, with the final roll due September 30.

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‘I am shocked’: As Parliament passes tax bill without debate, Sitharaman hits out at opposition for not participating in discussion – watch

The Parliament approved the new Income Tax Bill. This happened without any debate. The Union Finance Minister criticised the opposition. She noted their absence during important bill discussions in the Rajya Sabha. Opposition parties staged a walkout. Earlier, taxation bills were passed by voice vote in the Lok Sabha. The new bill replaces the Income-tax Act of 1961.

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NL: New semiochemical supplier for Koppert

Koppert has announced a strategic partnership with Insect Science, naming the company as its preferred supplier of semiochemical solutions. This collaboration marks a significant step forward in the development of sustainable pest management tools for farmers worldwide. The agreement was signed on 19…

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