Constitutional Amendment Fails In Lok Sabha, Falls Short Of Two-Thirds Majority
- Bill to implement reservation for women in legislatures was defeated in the Lower House
- While 298 members voted in support of the Bill, 230 MPs voted against it
- Out of 528 members who voted, the Bill required 352 votes for a two-thirds majority
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Women's Quota Bill Fails Lok Sabha Test, Doesn't Get Two-Thirds Majority
- The Centre needed a two-thirds majority to get the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill, 2026, passed
- The bill got 298 votes in its favour and 230 against
- Two other bills, including one on delimitation, were not put to vote
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9 Tourists Killed As Van Falls In Gorge Into Tamil Nadu, PM Condoles Deaths
- The van crashed into a barrier and rolled down a deep gorge
- The van was carrying 13 tourists from Kerala's Malappuram
- PM Modi wished a swift recovery to those injured
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After Iran's "Hormuz Open" Post, Trump's Blockade In "Full Force" Update
- US President Trump welcomed Iran's announcement that the Strait of Hormuz is fully open for passage
- Trump stated the naval blockade on Iran will remain until the transaction with Iran is fully complete
- He claimed the negotiation process with Iran should conclude quickly, as most points are settled
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After Women's Quota Move Fails House Test, What About The Other 2 Bills
- The Constitution Amendment Bill on women's quota was defeated in the Lok Sabha
- The government will not pursue the Delimitation Bill or Union Territories Laws Bill
- The other bills were needed to implement the women's quota in certain Union Territories
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Trump Says US And Iran Are Working Together To Clear Mines From Hormuz Strait
- Iran is removing sea mines from the Strait of Hormuz with US assistance
- Iran's Foreign Minister announced the Strait is fully open for commercial vessels
- Trump confirmed the Strait is open but US naval blockade on Iran remains active
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Strait Of Hormuz "Completely Open". But Iran's Guards Impose Fresh Conditions
- Iran's Revolutionary Guard requires permission for Strait of Hormuz transits and restricts routes
- Iran's Foreign Minister declared the strait open for commercial vessels during the ceasefire
- State media criticised the minister's statement, emphasizing military vessels remain barred
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Metformin Could Reduce Insulin Needs For People With Type 1 Diabetes
- Type 1 diabetes causes the body to stop producing insulin, raising blood sugar levels
- Study tested metformin on 40 adults with long-term type 1 diabetes for six months
- Metformin did not reduce insulin resistance but lowered daily insulin use by 12%
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Petrol Queues, Search Spikes: India's Oil Panic Eases After Hormuz Opens
- Iran announced the Strait of Hormuz will remain open during the Middle East ceasefire
- India saw a sharp rise in petrol and diesel demand amid March war tensions with Iran
- Diesel consumption rose to 8.72 million tonnes and petrol to 3.77 million tonnes in March
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Indian Man In Paris Explains Reality Of Job Hunting In Europe
- An Indian-origin man in Paris highlighted differences in job hunting between India and Europe
- India offers structured college placements for qualified students with skills and networking
- France lacks such placement systems, requiring adjustment from Indian students
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KKR Out Of IPL 2026 Playoffs Race? What Loss vs GT Means For Rahane And Co
- Kolkata Knight Riders suffered a 5-wicket loss against Gujarat Titans in their IPL 2026 match
- It was their 5th loss in 6 matches with their only point came after the match vs Punjab Kings was washed out
- KKR will have to win all of their remaining games to guarantee their spot in the IPL 2026 playoffs
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