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Indian Supreme Court dismisses plea for full EVM-VVPAT verification, rejects paper ballot return

Asian News MakersApril 26, 2024April 26, 2024

by Asian News MakersApril 26, 2024April 26, 2024048

The Supreme Court of India delivered a significant verdict on Friday regarding the verification of votes cast using Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs). The court rejected...

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Sri Lanka and India Forge Stronger Economic Ties, Focusing on Tourism

Asian News MakersApril 25, 2024April 26, 2024

by Asian News MakersApril 25, 2024April 26, 2024033

In a bid to strengthen economic ties between Sri Lanka and India, President Ranil Wickremesinghe of Sri Lanka has highlighted the tourism sector as a...

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Self-Defence or Excessive Force? International Indian Student Charged with Aggravated Assault Amidst Controversy

Asian News MakersApril 25, 2024April 26, 2024

by Asian News MakersApril 25, 2024April 26, 2024062

In the wake of Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar’s recent concern over the deaths of 11 Indian students in the US in 2024, another...

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Yoga Guru Ramdev, curious case of “Misleading Ads” and Supreme Court drubbing!

Asian News MakersApril 25, 2024April 26, 2024

by Asian News MakersApril 25, 2024April 26, 2024060

In a high-profile legal saga, Yoga guru Ramdev and his associate Balkrishna have issued a public apology for failing to comply with the Supreme Court’s...

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Extreme Weather Takes Toll: India Among Hardest Hit in 2023, Says WMO

Asian News MakersApril 24, 2024April 24, 2024

by Asian News MakersApril 24, 2024April 24, 2024063

The World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) sounded the alarm on Tuesday, reaffirming Asia’s status as the most disaster-hit region globally in 2023. The report underscored the...

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Why Elon Musk cancels India visit and signals rescheduling post elections?

Asian News MakersApril 20, 2024April 20, 2024

by Asian News MakersApril 20, 2024April 20, 20240113

Musk's visit was anticipated to bring breakthroughs for both Tesla and Starlink, his satellite internet venture. Starlink, aiming to provide internet connectivity worldwide, has been...

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India Election 2024: Biggest exercise for democracy begins with first phase witnessing 64% votes

Asian News MakersApril 20, 2024April 22, 2024

by Asian News MakersApril 20, 2024April 22, 2024083

The Election Commission's schedule outlines the voting phases: April 26 for phase two, May 7 for phase three, May 13 for phase four, May 20...

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India Election 2024: First phase of voting kicks off process to choose 18th Lok Sabha

Asian News MakersApril 19, 2024April 20, 2024

by Asian News MakersApril 19, 2024April 20, 2024093

India Election 2024:Today marks the commencement of the first phase of the highly anticipated 2024 Lok Sabha elections in India. With polling stations opening their...

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Congress Leader Rahul Gandhi calls ‘Babbar Sher’ toParty Workers, Urges to Save Constitution

Asian News MakersApril 19, 2024April 19, 2024

by Asian News MakersApril 19, 2024April 19, 2024081

Ahead of the first phase of the Lok Sabha elections, Rahul Gandhi, a prominent leader of the Congress party, addressed party workers. He emphasized the...

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Supreme Court Seeks Clarity on EVM-VVPAT System to Ensure Electoral Integrity

Asian News MakersApril 19, 2024April 19, 2024

by Asian News MakersApril 19, 2024April 19, 2024076

The Supreme Court of India, heard in length the issues raised on VVPAT and EVM, just before the first phase of voting was to start...