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Marking the 75th anniversary of the adoption of the Indian Constitution, a two-day debate on its significance and legacy commenced on December 16. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman initiated the discussion, while Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav is scheduled to conclude it tomorrow, December 17.

The debate features contributions from members across the political spectrum, including prominent voices from both the ruling party and the opposition. Notable speakers include Leader of Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge, Congress leaders Abhishek Manu Singhvi and Randeep Surjewala, as well as representatives from the Trinamool Congress. The deliberations focus on the enduring principles of the Constitution and its relevance to modern India.

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Marking the 75th anniversary of the adoption of the Indian Constitution, a two-day debate on its significance and legacy commenced today. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman initiated the discussion, while Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav is scheduled to conclude it tomorrow, December 17.

The debate features contributions from members across the political spectrum, including prominent voices from both the ruling party and the opposition. Notable speakers include Leader of Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge, Congress leaders Abhishek Manu Singhvi and Randeep Surjewala, as well as representatives from the Trinamool Congress. The deliberations focus on the enduring principles of the Constitution and its relevance to modern India.

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08:00 IST, December 16th 2024

Maharashtra Governor, Sharad Pawar condole tabla maestro’s demise

Maharashtra Governor C P Radhakrishnan has expressed grief over the demise of tabla maestro Ustad Zakir Hussain and said the country has lost one of its most beloved and cherished cultural icons.

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Manipur: Two Bihar youths shot dead in Kakching

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The deceased — Dasharat Kumar (17) and Sunalal Kumar (18) were residents of Rajwahi village of Bihar's Gopalganj district. 

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Tabla maestro Zakir Hussain dies at 73

 Tabla maestro Zakir Hussain died at a hospital in San Francisco, his family said on Monday.

Hussain died due to complications arising out of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, according to his family. He was 73.

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