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Kedarnath Yatra Halted After Pilgrim Dies in Boulder Fall Near Cheerbasa

A pilgrim died near Cheerbasa Helipad due to falling boulders, leading to the temporary suspension of the Kedarnath Yatra. Authorities have advised pilgrims to halt at safe points.

Lok Mandate DeskSeptember 14, 2026

India

BJP-Led States to Implement UCC Before 2029, Confirms Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced that BJP-ruled state governments in 21 states will bring in the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) before the 2029 Lok Sabha elections.

Lok Mandate DeskSeptember 14, 2026

India

Kottayam High Ranges Mobilise Against Proposed Western Ghats ESA Tag

Residents in Kottayam's high ranges are protesting the Centre's seventh draft notification proposing Ecologically Sensitive Area (ESA) status for parts of the Western Ghats, fearing impact on 70,000 p

Lok Mandate DeskSeptember 14, 2026

India

Maharashtra Braces for Heavy Rains; Mumbai on Orange Alert

The India Meteorological Department has issued an 'orange' alert for Mumbai and parts of Maharashtra, forecasting heavy rainfall today.

Lok Mandate DeskSeptember 14, 2026

India

Jharkhand LoP Accuses Soren Govt. of Shielding Influential Figures in Job Exam Probe, Demands CBI Inquiry

Jharkhand LoP Babulal Marandi has accused the Soren-led government of protecting influential individuals in the job exam irregularities probe, demanding a CBI inquiry.

Lok Mandate DeskSeptember 14, 2026

India

BRICS Calls for Uninterrupted Energy Flow, Robust Infrastructure Protection

BRICS nations, including India, have collectively urged for stable global energy supplies and enhanced protection of critical infrastructure, highlighting key shared priorities.

Lok Mandate DeskSeptember 13, 2026

India

Malaysia, Ethiopia Signal Stronger Defence Ties with India

Malaysia and Ethiopia have expressed keen interest in bolstering their defence cooperation with India, underscoring New Delhi's rising strategic importance.

Lok Mandate DeskSeptember 13, 2026

India

Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim to Hold Talks with Kerala Cleric Amidst Stated Viewpoint Differences

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is set to meet a prominent Kerala cleric, acknowledging he does not endorse all of the cleric's views, highlighting diplomatic engagement.

Lok Mandate DeskSeptember 13, 2026

India

West Bengal Professors Oppose Inter-University Transfer Bill, Call It 'Attack on Education'

West Bengal's academic community is up in arms against a state government bill allowing inter-university faculty transfers, fearing it will worsen faculty shortages and weaken institutions.

Lok Mandate DeskSeptember 13, 2026

India

West Bengal to Revive Chandannagar's French Colonial Legacy

The West Bengal government is set to restore Chandannagar's distinct French colonial heritage, aiming to boost tourism and preserve its unique cultural identity.

Lok Mandate DeskSeptember 13, 2026

India

Fire Erupts at Historic Central Theatre Near Madurai Meenakshi Temple

A major fire broke out at Madurai's old Central Theatre complex, located critically close to the revered Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple, prompting rapid emergency response.

Lok Mandate DeskSeptember 12, 2026

India

High-Level Summit Yields 50 Outcomes, Unified Declaration Remains Elusive

A recent international gathering concluded with officials reporting 50 distinct outcomes, yet failed to produce a joint declaration, highlighting global divides.

Lok Mandate DeskSeptember 12, 2026

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