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The Left’s hollow outrage: Why the Election Commission is right to exclude Assam from the current SIR exercise

Dr. Prosenjit Nath -
The real question is not “Why no SIR in Assam?” But, “Why does the opposition oppose or support the same process depending on its vote-bank math?”
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TNM invents Muslim victimhood story to undermine Madras HC decision on Thiruparankundram hill, tries to ignore Hindu rights, claims it is BJP’s attempt for...

Rukma Rathore -
The article titled "Ayodhya of the South - A timeline of time immemorial," which was published on 5th November, attempted to peddle distorted facts and falsehoods to propagate the dubious narrative of Muslim victimhood.
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Rahul Gandhi’s ‘vote chori’ Hydrogen bomb defused: From alleged vote theft in Haryana to using a Brazilian model’s photo, every claim debunked

Shraddha Pandey -
To give further push to the vote chori narrative, Rahul Gandhi, during his address on 5th November, claimed that Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini had said in a press conference before the results that they had all the “arrangements”, hinting towards the theft of votes. He became a clip-cutter and shared a trimmed clip of Nayab Singh speaking at a press conference on 6th October 2024, two days before the elections.
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Pakistan’s 40% ‘period tax’ challenged by young lawyer in the Supreme Court: How far behind is the Nation on menstrual hygiene?

विशेषता -
Omar argues that these taxes, both direct and indirect, make sanitary pads unaffordable for millions of women, especially those living in poverty or rural areas.
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Bhagalpur ‘I Love Muhammad’ poster row: Police act swiftly after OpIndia’s ground report, arrest prime accused Mohammad Iftekhal over violence targeting Hindus

OpIndia Staff -
The Habibpur locality, having a significant Muslim majority, saw targeted violence against Hindu families and businesses, after Muslims alleged vandalism of 'I Love Muhammad' posters.
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Fact Check: Rahul Gandhi cries ‘vote chori’ after Congress lost Haryana despite leading in postal ballots but election data exposes major flaws in his...

Anurag -
Rahul Gandhi’s claim that Congress lost due to ‘vote chori’ where it led postal ballots collapses under scrutiny, as data shows postal votes form less than 1% and rarely influence election outcomes.
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Voter Anjali Tyagi featured in Rahul Gandhi’s ‘H-files’ presentation says no “vote chori”, video misused: Electoral fraud narrative dealt body blow in OpIndia ground...

केशव मालान -
Speaking exclusively to OpIndia, Anjali Tyagi said her video was used out of context and that her case may have been an administrative lapse, not evidence of fraud.
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294 Indian institutions listed in QS World University Rankings Asia 2026, number went up by 1,125% in 10 years: What are the rankings and...

Rukma Rathore -
China took first place with 395 institutions while India came in second with 294. However, the latter showed more improvement.
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As New York votes for Zohran Mamdani as their mayor, here’s how his father Mahmood Mamdani had defended suicide bombers

Shraddha Pandey -
Mahmood Mamdani, a Ugandan scholar, author and political theorist of Indian origin. Known in the Islamo-leftist ideological circles as an outspoken intellectual and scholar having expertise on decolonisation-related studies, there is more to him. In his pursuit of criticising Western interventions, colonialism and deconstructing power structures, Mahmood Mamdani humanised terrorists and suicide bombers.
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Hindus needed an order from Madras HC to hold a feast on public land, but Christians responded with protests: Dindigul tensions explained

Divya Bharti -
Tensions rose in Dindigul as over 500 Christians protested a Madras High Court order. The court permitted a Hindu annadhanam on government land, rejecting the Christian community's claims of exclusive traditional use for Easter events.
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Prakash Raj-led jury honours rape-accused rapper Vedan as Best Lyricist at Kerala State Film Awards; defends move saying “Vedan is the voice of today’s...

Rukma Rathore -
Vedan was arrested and subsequently given bail by the Kerala Hingh Court after being accused of sexual assault and harassment.
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Muslim League conspired to assassinate Sardar Patel in Bhavnagar, weapons were recovered from mosque: Read about this forgotten chapter of Indian history

ભાર્ગવ રાજ્યગુરુ -
It was shocking that an attempt was made to assassinate Sardar Patel in a progressive and liberal state like Bhavnagar at that time. Had this attempt had been successful, Bhavnagar would have been blackened with national disgrace and the history or even the map of independent India would have been different.
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“Get her gang-raped by an Islamic gang”: Hindu journalist tells OpIndia about chilling threats she’s facing in Bangladesh for exposing atrocities against Hindus

शिव -
Speaking to OpIndia, Trina Roy Chowdhury said that she often clashes with local extremists, but on October 29th, things escalated to assault and rape threats. "On the afternoon of October 29th, my husband, Promithias, was called to Nazim Mulla's shop by Nazim Mulla," Trina Roy said.
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India’s crude imports from Russia rebound in October: Read what drives the monthly fluctuations in India’s energy procurement strategy amid US tariffs pressure

Rukma Rathore -
The primary refiner in India started using Russian oil again, purchasing five shipments for delivery in December.
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Rahul Gandhi’s ’10 per cent of India controls Army’ shocker: How Congress leader is weaponising caste rhetoric to undermine India, one institution at a...

Jinit Jain -
Rahul Gandhi's claim that Dalits have no representation in India’s judiciary falls under basic scrutiny, given that the current Chief Justice of India, Justice BR Gavai, is from the SC background.
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Gujarat Farmer Relief: AAP accused of ‘Propaganda’ and ‘Creating Noise’ as State Government conducts crop damage surveys

મેઘલસિંહ પરમાર -
AAP MLA Gopal Italia contrasted the government's methodical farmer surveys with the handling of industrial loans, claiming 16 lakh crore rupees in loans to industrialists were "forgiven" without such scrutiny.
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Meet Ritlal Yadav: Jailed RJD candidate with over 40 criminal cases for whom Lalu Yadav conducted roadshow in Bihar

Shraddha Pandey -
Ritlal Yadav, also spelt Ritlal Ray or Rit Lal Roy, has been incarcerated in Bhagalpur Jail since April 2025. Yadav is accused of demanding Rs 50 lakh and threatening a builder named Kumar Gaurav.
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OpIndia Exclusive: Modi govt spent over Rs 630 crore to modernise the police force in Naxal-affected states. Read full RTI details

Anurag -
Responding to OpIndia’s RTI, the MHA confirmed over Rs 630 crore released under the Special Infrastructure Scheme to Naxal-affected states, reflecting the Modi government’s focus on accountability and modernisation in its war against Left-Wing Extremism.
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Music is haram in Islam and now so in Bangladesh: Read how Yunus govt is pandering to radicals by scrapping recruitment of music teachers

Dibakar Dutta -
Jamaat leader Mujibur Rahman called for recruitment of Mullahs in schools to teach 'religion' based on Dawra-e-Hadith degrees and Fazil degrees from madrassas.
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Ahead of Bihar elections, Lalu Prasad Yadav campaigns for party leader jailed in extortion case: A reminder of his long record of backing criminals

Shraddha Pandey -
On 3rd November 2025, Lalu Yadav held a roadshow in the Danapur constituency for his party MLA candidate, Ritlal Yadav, who is currently lodged in Bhagalpur jail. Starting from Digha and ending in Khagaul, the roadshow covered 15 kilometres. Lalu Yadav was accompanied by his daughter Misa Bharti and Ritlal Yadav’s daughter.
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Army Jawan stabbed to death by train attendant Juber Memon after heated argument over blanket request: FIR reveals chilling details

Jinit Jain -
An FIR filed by a railway official reveals that Army jawan Jigar Kumar Chaudhary was fatally stabbed by train attendant Juber Memon on the Sabarmati Express after a heated argument over a blanket request turned violent.
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355 tremors in 35 years, 12,000+ deaths: Why Afghanistan is prone to earthquakes and struggles with timely relief

रामांशी -
At least 355 earthquakes with a magnitude of 5.0 or greater have struck Afghanistan since 1990. Over the past 35 years, earthquakes have killed more than 12,000 people.
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World

As Donald Trump warns US action against Islamist groups in Nigeria, read about the decade long anti-Christian violence in the country

Rukma Rathore -
Nigeria has refuted any claims of religious persecution against Christians following Trump's threat of military intervention.
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OpIndia Exclusive: RTI reveals how Modi govt is wiping out Naxalism, thousands of surrenders since 2014, most terrorists killed in 2025 – Full details

Anurag -
The RTI reply highlights a sharp fall in Naxal violence under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, with BJP-led governments showing stronger centre–state coordination and higher operational success in curbing insurgency across India’s shrinking Red Corridor.
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World

Is Trump hinting at a nuclear race? After the tariff war, ‘nuclear testing’ becomes the new buzzword for the US President

Shraddha Pandey -
In an interview with CBS 60 Minutes, Trump said that despite the US having enough weapons to “blow up” dozens of countries, Russia and China’s nuclear ambitions are the reason for resuming tests.
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ISRO launches heaviest ever GSAT-7R satellite using LVM3-M5 rocket, read how it will supercharge the capabilities of Indian Navy

Aditi -
The multi-band communication satellite is expected to boost the Indian Navy's space-based communications and enhance its maritime domain awareness capabilities.
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Trump-Xi meet in Busan sparks debate about ‘G2’ reset: Read why it is a tactical pause and not a long-term alliance between China and...

Divyansh Tiwari -
The Busan talks may initially appear to be a G2 reset, with the two superpowers calming markets and stabilising trade. However, none of the fundamental issues were settled, as evidenced by Taiwan, China's covert support of Russia, South China Sea tensions, and restrictions on AI chips.
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Pirates of Sundarbans return in Bangladesh: Read how a problem eradicated by Sheikh Hasina govt re-emerged under lawless Md Yunus regime

Raju Das -
In the twisting rivers of the Sundarbans, the world’s largest mangrove forest between Bangladesh and India, pirates have resumed their terror.
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Genocide in Sudan: Civil war between radical Islamist SAF and RSF has resulted in a dire crisis for Christian minorities, thousands killed and starved...

Shriti Sagar -
More than 26,000 people have fled el-Fasher in just two days, most on foot towards Tawila, 70km (43 miles) to the west, the UN said.
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As Mohammad Azharuddin joins Congress cabinet in Telangana, read about the match fixing scandal that ended his cricket career

Rukma Rathore -
Mohammed Azharuddin's career in cricket has been marred by grave accusations of match fixing.
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Sardar Patel’s unite India campaign and the decisive role of Bhavnagar Maharaja Krishnakumarsinhji: The First Princely State’s Merger with India

ભાર્ગવ રાજ્યગુરુ -
The then ruler of Bhavnagar, Maharaja Krishnakumarsinhji Gohil, had set a noble example by merging Bhavnagar to the Indian Union. In this article, we will discuss the conversation between Maharaja Saheb and Sardar Patel. On the birth anniversary of Sardar Patel, we will discuss in detail how Bhavnagar state contributed to his campaign to unite India.
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Amit Shah remembers Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s contribution in protecting India’s territorial integrity: Here is how the Iron Man of India protected the Lakshadweep Islands

Aditi -
At the time of independence, when the Indian territory was partitioned based on religion to form East and West Pakistan, the Lakshadweep Islands, with their majority Muslim population, were eyed by Pakistan.
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Priyank Kharge’s elitism is Congress’ legacy: Why Himanta Biswa Sarma’s Assam embodies the new India of talent and transformation

Dr. Prosenjit Nath -
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma’s spirited defense of Assamese talent is not just political theater; it’s a reminder that leadership must be rooted in faith in one’s people, not disdain for others. Assam is no longer content being in the shadow of the South or the West; it is forging its own destiny, with confidence, competence, and courage.
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I was invited to a conference of Western Conservatives: As a Hindu, here is why I decided not to go

Nupur J Sharma -
I was invited to the 2026 ARC conference and as a Hindu, after the comments by JD Vance about his Hindu wife, I decided not to go
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India Today’s Marya Shakil justifies RJD’s genocidal “Bhura Baal Saaf Karo” slogan in 90s calling it “political necessity,” read how it led to violence...

Shraddha Pandey -
During a panel discussion program on India Today, Marya Shakil said that in the Bihar of 1990s, “Lalu Prasad Yadav was a political necessity. When he carried out the movement of ‘Bhura Baal Saaf Karo’ and the entire movement against the upper castes, that was the need of the hour.”
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From Governance to Greatness: NDA’s Sankalp Patra for Bihar elections is a roadmap to turn the once-BIMARU state into an industrial powerhouse

Raju Das -
NDA’s Sankalp Patra for Bihar polls lays down a detailed plan to sustain double-digit growth, create one crore jobs, and turn Bihar into the industrial heart of eastern India.
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From crediting Usha and her Hindu faith for his own religious journey to wanting her to convert: JD Vance panders to white Christian extremists...

Rukma Rathore -
JD Vance had previously shown support for Usha's religious background before his surprising reversal on the matter.
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King Charles strips Prince Andrew of all royal titles and honours over Epstein sex scandal: All you need to know

Shraddha Pandey -
Lawyers questioned Giuffre in a 2015 deposition about the precise incident in 2001 in which she reported spending time with Prince Andrew. “Were you paid $10,000 – $15,000 by or on behalf of Jeffrey Epstein for having sex with Prince Andrew?” she was asked, to which she replied, “Yes, I was paid $15,000.I don’t know what equivalent that is to pounds. I received it in US dollars.”
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JD Vance hopes his Hindu wife will convert to Christianity: How US Vice President’s remarks reflect America’s institutionalised Christian supremacism and anti-Hindu bias

Rukma Rathore -
JD Vance has earlier credited his wife Usha and her Hindu religion for facilitating his journey towards Christianity.
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Shashankasana has nothing to do with Namaz, yet caught teachers keep giving the same excuse: Know the vast difference between ‘Sajda’ and Yogic postures

विशेषता -
There's vast difference between namaz and Shashankasana, a yogic posture, yet accused teachers keep hiding behind the same misleading excuse.
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Jairam Ramesh slams Modi govt for quoting Manusmriti, but Ambedkar quoted it too for drafting the Hindu code bill: Is Jairam now suggesting Ambedkar...

Shraddha Pandey -
Taking to X, Jairam Ramesh insinuated that the Shram Shakti Niti draft taking inspiration from Manusmriti, a foundational Hindu legal code, somehow marks India’s departure from constitutional values.
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120 Indian soldiers fought Chinese military in freezing temperatures: Read about the Rezang La battle that inspired film ‘120 Bahadur’, and why Ahir community...

विशेषता -
On November 18, 1962, in minus 25 degrees, 120 soldiers took on thousands of Chinese soldiers, fighting with their bare hands when their ammunition ran out. Major Singh, along with 114 soldiers, was martyred, their bodies found clutching their guns, a testament to the unwavering courage of the Indian Army.
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India’s Maritime Renaissance

Narendra Modi -
PM Modi shared insights on India’s maritime progress, from doubling port capacity to pioneering green ports and deep-draft projects, reflecting a decade of reforms driving economic growth, innovation, and global leadership in the Blue Economy.
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Indian-origin businessman beaten to death in Canada: The chilling rise of racist and violent attacks on Indians in Canada

Shriti Sagar -
A 55-year-old Indian-origin businessman in Canada was brutally beaten to death after confronting a man urinating on his car, exposing a disturbing surge in hate crimes targeting Indians.
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Lack of permission, breach of regulations, shady management and more: Ahmedabad school’s probe report finds many discrepancies after murder of Hindu student

OpIndia Staff -
The investigation revealed that the institution failed to comply with the required governmental regulations.
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Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal : India’s youngest Param Vir Chakra awardee and a legacy of valour – Know about the inspiration behind upcoming film...

Anurag -
From fearless battlefield leadership to a posthumous Param Vir Chakra, Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal’s heroism in the face of overwhelming odds remains unmatched. His final radio message still echoes in the Indian Army’s memory.
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2012 Park Street gang rape convict Naser Khan molests a woman in Kolkata: Read how West Bengal under Mamata Banerjee is becoming increasingly unsafe...

Aditi -
Instead of ensuring accountability and adopting measures to curb sexual violence against women in the state, the woman Chief Minister either blames the victims or dismisses the incidents as a conspiracy against her government.
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Kidnapped in Tehran: How Indians with US-Canada-Australia dreams are falling victim to illegal immigration agents and being held hostage by crime syndicates

Shraddha Pandey -
On 19th October, Priya Chauhan, Ajay Chaudhary, Anil Chaudhary and Nikhil Chaudhary of Bapupura village in Mansa left for Australia. They were taken from Delhi to Thailand, from there to Dubai and from there to Iran's capital Tehran via Emirates Airlines. After reaching Iran, they were put in a taxi and taken to an unknown location. 
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Mahagathbandhan’s Bihar manifesto: Jobs for all families, Free 200 units electricity – Populist economics that outspends the state’s entire budget

अर्पित त्रिपाठी -
The Mahagathbandhan’s Bihar manifesto pledges massive welfare schemes including employment for every family, cash allowances and free electricity, but the estimated Rs 5.8 lakh crore bill could push the state into a financial and debt crisis.
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Viksit Bharat with 6G Vision: Modi govt’s 6G roadmap for India to lead global telecom innovation by 2030

Anurag -
The Modi government’s 6G roadmap focuses on research, IP creation, and global partnerships. It aims to make India self-reliant in telecom technology while developing 6G testbeds, innovation hubs, and a secure, inclusive digital ecosystem for the future.
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