POLITICS

After Governor's warning, Punjab CM says he has already replied
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Mann clarified that the state had taken enough action on the drugs and law and order, the issues raised by the Governor.
Congress unfazed by Sharad Pawar's remarks, predicts Ajit Pawar's 'return' to NCP
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Congress state president Nana Patole said that after meeting Pawar Sr., Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar may have expressed a desire to return to the NCP.  "Sharad Pawar is a senior and experienced leader. From his statements, it appears that he has succeeded in changing Ajit Pawar's mind and he will soon return to his party," said Patole. 
'Barring' Karnataka CM from receiving PM Modi at airport petty politics: Jairam Ramesh
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"He (Modi) is apparently so irritated with the Chief Minister and Deputy Chief Minister of Karnataka for felicitating the scientists of ISRO before him, that he has purportedly barred the Chief Minister from receiving him at the airport, going against protocol. This is nothing but petulant petty politics," the Congress leader said. 
By hoisting tricolour on moon, world is now aware of India’s capabilities, says PM Modi
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“Congratulatory messages are pouring in from across the world. The social media is full of congratulatory messages. When the achievement is this big, its celebration also continues. Your faces say that wherever you might be in the world, India beats in your heart...I congratulate you once again on the grand success of Chandrayaan-3,” he said while interacting with the Indian community in Athens.
UP slapgate video: 'BJP set every corner of country on fire', says Rahul Gandhi
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In a tweet, Rahul Gandhi said, "Sowing the poison of discrimination in the minds of innocent children, turning a holy place like school into a marketplace of hatred - nothing worse a teacher can do for the country." Targetting the BJP, Rahul Gandhi said, "This is the same kerosene spread by the BJP which has set every corner of India on fire."
PM Modi in Bengaluru to meet ISRO scientists
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After arriving at the Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd. (HAL) airport, Modi while addressing thousands of people gathered to welcome him, said that not only in India, but every individual in the world who believes in science and the future is celebrating the success of Chandrayaan-3 mission with the same spirit.
Kargil is not just a place, it is a saga of valour: Rahul Gandhi
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He also attached several pictures at the memorial built in Drass town to commemorate the 1999 Kargil War between India and Pakistan.
SC extends ex-Delhi Minister Satyendar Jain’s interim bail till Sep 1
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In a short hearing, a bench comprising Justices A.S. Bopanna and M.M. Sundresh initially expressed its disinclination to extend Jain’s interim bail beyond September 5 and said the former Delhi minister will have to surrender thereafter. 
Will keep reminding PM Modi of his lies until he speaks the truth: Congress
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In a tweet, Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh said: “Remember what the Prime Minister said on 19 June 2020. Until the Prime Minister does not speak the truth, we will remind the country of his lies again and again.”
'UCC unacceptable', All India Muslim Personal Law Board tells Law Commission
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It said that Sharia law (Muslim personal law) based on Quran and Sunna (Prophet's words and actions) cannot be altered, while Ijtehad, i.e., Islamic scholars' opinions, can differ with time and situations.
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