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In a bizarre chapter of early 20th-century America, parents mailed their children via postal service between 1913 and 1915. Leveraging new parcel post rules, families sent youngsters, some with stamps affixed, to relatives. This practice, driven by trust in mail carriers and cost savings, ended when postal authorities banned it due to safety concerns.

India Post is expected to release the GDS 3rd Merit List 2026 soon for the remaining postal circles on its official website. The pending lists for Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal, delayed earlier due to election-related restrictions, are also likely to be announced. The recruitment drive aims to fill 28,636 vacancies across multiple postal posts nationwide.

India Post has released the third merit list for the 2026 Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) recruitment, covering remaining postal circles including Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal. This list is for the 28,636 vacancies for GDS, BPM, and ABPM positions. Candidates can check the official website for their results and further verification details.

The Madras High Court has barred Tirupattur MLA Srinivasa Sethupathi from participating in the Tamil Nadu Assembly's vote of confidence. This decision came after a former minister challenged the election result, alleging a postal ballot was wrongly rejected. The court's interim order aims to address the dispute before the crucial assembly session.

A single vote separated winners in a Tamil Nadu election, leading to a Madras High Court order. The court barred a TVK MLA from voting in the assembly floor test due to a potential postal vote mix-up. The DMK claims a recount could equalize votes, necessitating a coin toss. The election officer cited EVM issues and postal ballot re-verification.

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Odisha has streamlined apartment registrations by amending the Indian Stamp Act, significantly reducing the financial burden on apartment owners' associations. A nominal Rs 50,000 stamp duty now applies for transferring common areas, replacing a previous 5% charge. This move aims to resolve registration bottlenecks and ease the use of shared facilities for residents.

Madras High Court has barred TVK MLA Srinivasa Sethupathi, who won by a single vote in Tirupattur, from participating in the upcoming floor test. The court cited the potential impact of his disputed vote on the state's constitutional governance. The MLA has appealed the order to the Supreme Court.

Tamil Nadu witnessed a record 85.1% voter turnout in the recent assembly elections, with 4.88 crore citizens casting their ballots. Women voters significantly outnumbered men, continuing a trend from previous years. The Election Commission faced delays in releasing data but assured robust security and transparency for the upcoming vote counting on May 4.

The highly anticipated 'Drishyam 3' is set for a May 21, 2026 release, focusing on Georgekutty's heightened emotional state and pervasive fear. Director Jeethu Joseph emphasizes the protagonist's journey into the unknown, a departure from previous installments where he had some awareness of threats.

Twenty-four years after his passing, Kaifi Azmi's profound words continue to inspire, addressing social issues and romanticism. A special postal cover honored the legendary poet, with daughter Shabana Azmi expressing how his presence remains palpable. His verses offer solace and a call for change in today's challenging world, proving his enduring relevance.

Rahul Gandhi registered a strong dissent against the CBI director selection process, calling it a "biased exercise" and a "mere formality." He alleged the government denied him crucial information, including candidate appraisal reports, preventing a meaningful role. Gandhi stated he would not be a "rubber stamp" and boycotted the meeting.

Congress MLA T D Rajegowda has been officially declared the winner of the Sringeri constituency, nearly three years after the 2023 Karnataka assembly elections. A high court-ordered recount of postal ballots confirmed his victory, increasing his initial margin of 201 votes to 203.

South Indian cinema is buzzing with new OTT releases this week, offering a diverse range of genres. From the revenge-driven romance of 'Dacoit: A Love Story' and the futuristic relationship drama 'Love Insurance Kompany' to the coming-of-age tale 'Vaazha 2', audiences have plenty to choose from.