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Birla Unveils Expansion of Translation Services to Six Additional Languages in Parliament

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On Tuesday, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla announced the inclusion of six new languages—Bodo, Dogri, Maithili, Manipuri, Urdu, and Sanskrit—in the Parliament’s translation services. Following the conclusion of the Question Hour, he expressed his satisfaction with expanding simultaneous interpretation options for members with these additional languages.The Speaker noted that prior to this announcement, translation services were already available in ten languages: Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, and Telugu, alongside Hindi and English.

“Now, we have added six more languages: Bodo, Dogri, Maithili, Manipuri, Urdu, and Sanskrit. Additionally, we are working toward providing simultaneous translations in 16 other languages as human resources permit,” he stated.

Birla emphasized the importance of India’s parliamentary system as a democratic framework that supports communication in multiple languages. He mentioned, “When I shared this initiative involving 22 languages at international forums, it received widespread praise.”

He further indicated the goal of including all 22 officially recognized languages in future translations.

However, DMK member Dayanidhi Maran raised concerns over the decision to include Sanskrit, questioning the use of public funds for simultaneous translation in a language spoken by only about 70,000 individuals, according to the census. He expressed, “Sanskrit is not commonly spoken in any Indian state. The 2011 population survey indicated that only 73,000 people communicate in it. Why should taxpayer money be spent based on your RSS ideologies?”

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An agitated Birla responded, clarifying that the simultaneous interpretation encompasses more than just Sanskrit; it applies to all recognized languages. He confronted Maran, asking, “Which country do you think you’re in? This is India, where Sanskrit has been a foundational language. That’s why we reference 22 languages—not solely Sanskrit. Why is there an issue with including Sanskrit?”

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One Year On: Pahalgam Attack Still Haunts the Nation

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National: One year after the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, the nation remembers the 26 people who lost their lives. The attack took place on April 22 at Baisaran, a popular tourist spot.

At first, reports said only five people were injured. Later, it became clear that it was one of the worst terror attacks in the region in decades. Terrorists came out of the forest and opened fire on tourists.

Survivors said the attackers separated men from women and children. They then shot the men at close range. Many victims were reportedly targeted after being asked about their religion.

A heartbreaking image of Himanshi Narwal sitting beside her husband’s body became a symbol of the tragedy. Her husband, a naval officer, was among those killed.

The group The Resistance front, linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba, claimed responsibility. The case was investigated by the National Investigation Agency.

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After months of tracking, security forces launched Operation Mahadev. On July 28, 2025, all three terrorists were killed after a long search operation.

The attack remains a painful memory and a reminder of the need for strong security.

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Social Media Influencer-Turned Gangster Held Abroad

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New Delhi: Rao Inderjeet Yadav has been arrested in Dubai. He is wanted in a murder case from Haryana.

He fled India in 2024 after a businessman was killed in Rohtak. Police had been searching for him since then. Officials said Dubai authorities have asked for documents. He is likely to be brought back to India soon.

Yadav faces more than 15 criminal cases. These include extortion, fraud, and illegal land deals. The Enforcement Directorate also investigated him for money laundering. Raids led to the seizure of cash, cars, and documents.

He also ran a music company called Gems Tunes. It produced regional songs.

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Yadav had a large social media following. He often showed his rich lifestyle online. He has denied all charges. He claims he is being framed.

Police are now preparing for further action.

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Man Killed by Wife’s Lover in Andhra Pradesh, Son Raises Alarm

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Andhra Pradesh: A 45-year-old man was killed by his wife’s lover in Annamayya district of Andhra Pradesh. The incident happened on Monday night in a forest area near Chowdepalli.

The victim, Gandhi from Tamil Nadu, had come with his five-year-old son to search for his wife. Police said the wife was in a relationship with another man named Narasimhulu.

Narasimhulu allegedly took Gandhi and the child into the forest. He and his aides then attacked Gandhi with a stone and killed him in front of the boy.

The frightened child hid in nearby bushes. After the attackers left, he stayed beside his father’s body the whole night.

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At sunrise, the boy walked to a nearby village and informed locals. The police were alerted and started an investigation.

Police have taken the accused and his two aides into custody. The child has been placed in a care centre.

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