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Karnataka to Conduct Panchayat Elections Using Ballot Papers Instead of EVMs

Feb 06, 2026

Karnataka Cabinet Opts for Paper-Based Voting

The Karnataka Cabinet has approved the use of ballot papers and ballot boxes for upcoming panchayat elections, signalling a departure from Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) at the grassroots level. The decision reflects the state government’s assessment that public confidence in electronic voting has weakened in rural and local governance settings, prompting a shift towards more visible and traditional voting methods.

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NASA Juno Reveals Jupiter Is Smaller and More Flattened Than Thought

Feb 05, 2026

Jupiter’s Size and Shape Reassessed

Jupiter, the largest planet in the solar system, is slightly smaller and more oblate than earlier estimates suggested, according to new findings derived from data collected by Juno. The revised measurements represent the most accurate assessment to date of the gas giant’s dimensions and offer valuable clues about its internal composition and formation history.

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Sociologist Andre Beteille, Padma Bhushan Awardee and Scholar of Caste, Dies at 91

Feb 05, 2026

Indian Sociology Bids Farewell to a Titan: Andre Beteille Passes Away at 91

The world of Indian academia lost one of its most distinguished voices with the passing of renowned sociologist and public intellectual Andre Beteille in Delhi. He was 91. His death concludes a remarkable six-decade career that fundamentally shaped the study of social stratification, caste, class, and liberal democracy in India, leaving an indelible legacy for scholars and students.

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Alpine Skiing Takes Centre Stage at Milano Cortina Winter Olympics 2026

Feb 05, 2026

Alpine Skiing as a Flagship Event at Milano Cortina 2026

Alpine skiing is set to be one of the most closely watched disciplines at the 2026 Winter Olympics, as the Milano Cortina Games showcase elite speed, precision, and technical mastery on Italy’s legendary mountain terrain. The competition will bring together the world’s finest skiers across classic Olympic formats, with global attention focused on both established champions and emerging challengers.

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India Releases First National Evidence-Based Lung Cancer Care Guidelines

Feb 05, 2026

India Moves Towards Uniform Cancer Care Standards

India has taken a significant step towards strengthening its cancer care ecosystem with the release of its first nationally developed, evidence-based lung cancer treatment guidelines. The framework seeks to improve early diagnosis, standardisation of treatment, and patient-centric care across both public and private healthcare systems, addressing long-standing disparities in cancer management across the country.

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