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"Owaisi and others adopt such tactics to help BJP": Sanjay Raut after AIMIM exits alliance ahead of Bengal polls

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 10, 2026 11:52:26 AM IST

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut on Friday said that All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) chief Asaduddin Owaisi's political moves "benefit the BJP," urging opposition leaders to maintain unity and avoid actions that indirectly strengthen the BJP. ... read..

Himachal HC orders release of pension to former MLAs, sets one-month deadline with 6% interest clause

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | April 10, 2026 11:52:23 AM IST

The Himachal Pradesh High Court has directed the Secretary of the Himachal Pradesh Vidhan Sabha to release due pension and arrears to former legislators within one month, cautioning that any delay will invite interest at the rate of 6 per cent per annum. ... read..

South India Dargah Mosque Association extends support to AIADMK-NDA alliance

New Delhi | April 10, 2026 11:22:17 AM IST

The South India Dargah Mosque Association, led by senior member MGFA Jafar Ali, along with eight other Muslim organisations, including the Tamil Nadu Urdu Muslim Development Organisation and other Sufi Sunni groups, met AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K ... read..

MP to observe 'Nari Shakti Vandan' fortnight event from April 10 to 25

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) | April 10, 2026 10:52:34 AM IST

The Madhya Pradesh government has decided to organise a statewide 'Nari Shakti Vandan' fortnight event from April 10 to April 25, 2026, as part of its efforts towards women empowerment. ... read..

Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin travels by Chennai Metro for poll campaign in Chennai

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | April 10, 2026 10:52:27 AM IST

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) Chief MK Stalin on Friday travelled by the Chennai Metro from Chennai Central Metro Station to DMS Metro Station as part of his election campaign ahead of assembly elections. ... read..

Telangana: 21-year-old dies by suicide in Warangal, family alleges boyfriend's 'torture'

Warangal (Telangana) | April 10, 2026 10:52:25 AM IST

A 21-year-old girl allegedly died by suicide by hanging herself after being tortured by her boyfriend, within the Rayaparthi police station limits in Warangal district, police said. ... read..

J-K: 140 Kisan Khidmat Ghar centres set up across Rajouri to support farmers, boost employment

Rajouri (Jammu and Kashmir) | April 10, 2026 10:52:23 AM IST

In a step aimed at strengthening rural outreach and generating employment, 140 Kisan Khidmat Ghar Centres (KKGs) have been established across Rajouri district to serve 312 panchayats, officials said. ... read..

"Tamil Nadu won't bow down", says MK Stalin, reaffirms stand on state rights and federalism

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | April 10, 2026 10:52:22 AM IST

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin on Friday said that Tamil Nadu won't bow down, stressing that there would be no compromise on state rights or federalism. He added that his government stands for dignity and self-respect, and is against any form of imp ... read..

Telangana Health Minister participates in yoga session during Health Week celebrations in Hyderabad

Hyderabad (Telangana) | April 10, 2026 10:22:44 AM IST

Telangana Health Minister Damodar Raja Narasimha and state Minister Ponnam Prabhakar on Friday participated in a yoga session organised by the AYUSH Department at Gachibowli Stadium in Hyderabad as part of the 'Praja Palana - Pragati Pranalika' Health Wee ... read..

"CM has taken the decision," says JDU MLA Jayant Raj Kushwaha on Nitish Kumar's Rajya Sabha oath taking ceremony

Patna (Bihar) | April 10, 2026 10:22:43 AM IST

Janata Dal (United) MLA Jayant Raj Kushwaha on Friday reflected on a major turning point in Bihar's political history as Nitish Kumar is scheduled to take his oath as a member of the Rajya Sabha in New Delhi today. ... read..

"Some projects are done for public good and not for profit": BJP's Aparajita Sarangi urges Odisha CM to reconsider Metro project suspension

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | April 10, 2026 10:22:41 AM IST

BJP MP Aparajita Sarangi urged Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi to reconsider the state cabinet's decision to suspend the proposed Bhubaneswar Metro Rail project, stating that some infrastructure initiatives are undertaken for the public good and ... read..

TMC goons harassing RG Kar victim's mother: Smriti Irani

Panihati (West Bengal) | April 10, 2026 10:22:36 AM IST

Union Minister Smriti Irani strongly criticised the Trinamool Congress, alleging harassment of Ratna Debnath, mother of the RG Kar rape victim, as she filed her nomination for the Panihati Assembly constituency. ... read..

West Bengal backing BJP's development agenda, says PM Modi after Asansol roadshow

New Delhi | April 10, 2026 10:22:34 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that the people of West Bengal are supporting the Bharatiya Janata Party's development agenda, a day after he held a roadshow in Asansol ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections. ... read..

Amit Shah to unveil BJP's 'Sankalp Patra' in Kolkata today, pledges change in West Bengal

By Suchitra Mukherjee Kolkata (West Bengal) | April 10, 2026 10:22:27 AM IST

Union Home Minister Amit Shah is set to release the BJP's 'Sankalp Patra' in Kolkata on Friday ahead of the West Bengal Assembly elections. ... read..

Amit Shah to release BJP's West Bengal manifesto in Kolkata today

Kolkata (West Bengal) | April 10, 2026 9:52:12 AM IST

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday is set to release the Bharatiya Janata Party's West Bengal manifesto, 'Sankalp Patra', in Kolkata, as the party steps up its campaign against the ruling Trinamool Congress ahead of the state assembly elections. ... read..

"She will again go to Tihar jail:" EPS hits out at DMK leader Kanimozhi ahead of Tamil Nadu elections

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | April 10, 2026 9:22:36 AM IST

All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) General Secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami mocked DMK leader Kanimozhi, declaring that if she continues to believe in Stalin, she will end up in Tihar Jail again. ... read..

ED files PMLA complaint over fraudulent Gram Sabha land deal in Dehradun

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | April 10, 2026 9:22:35 AM IST

The Enforcement Directorate (ED), Dehradun Sub-Regional Office, on Thursday filed a Supplementary Prosecution Complaint (SPC) under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002, against Vijay Khanna and Balwinder Jeet Syal before the Special Court ... read..

ECI acting like BJP functionary: Former Union Minister Yashwant Sinha slams ECI

Hazaribagh (Jharkhand) | April 10, 2026 9:22:31 AM IST

Former Union Minister Yashwant Sinha launched a sharp attack on the Election Commission over its "ultimatum to Trinamool Congress" remarks, alleging that the statement reflected the stance of the Bharatiya Janata Party. ... read..

"No reason to worry about Humayun Kabir, direct fight between Trinamool Congress and BJP": Union Minister Sukanta Majumdar

Balurghat (West Bengal) | April 10, 2026 9:22:30 AM IST

Union Minister Sukanta Majumdar on Thursday said there is a direct fight between the Trinamool Congress and the BJP in West Bengal polls. ... read..

3-year-old boy falls into deep borewell in MP's Ujjain; rescue op underway

Ujjain (Madhya Pradesh) | April 10, 2026 9:22:28 AM IST

A three-year-old boy fell into a borewell in the Jhalaria village of Badnagar tehsil, around 60 kilometres from Ujjain, on Thursday night, and a rescue operation is currently underway to rescue him.The child, identified as Bhagirath, son of shepherd Prave ... read..

Manipur: COCOMI demands justice for two children killed in Tronglaobi bomb attack

Imphal (Manipur) | April 10, 2026 9:22:27 AM IST

The Coordinating Committee on Manipur Integrity (COCOMI) has demanded justice for the victims of the Tronglaobi bomb attack that killed two children in the Bishnupur district and injured their mother. ... read..

Punjab: BJP workers file police complaint against Mallikarjun Kharge over 'snake' remark

Bathinda (Punjab) | April 10, 2026 9:22:25 AM IST

BJP workers in Punjab's Bathinda filed a complaint against Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge over his alleged "snake" remark made during an election rally in Assam, accusing him of making statements that could incite unrest in the country. ... read..

KISS students form 'Vantara logo' to celebrate Anant Ambani's birthday

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 10, 2026 9:22:23 AM IST

The students of the Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences (KISS) Foundation on Friday formed a human display inspired by the 'VANTARA' logo to express gratitude to Reliance Industries Executive Director Anant Ambani on his birthday, as he announced scholar ... read..

KN Nehru campaigns in Milaguparai with alliance workers ahead of Tamil Nadu polls

Tiruchirappalli (Tamil Nadu) | April 10, 2026 9:22:22 AM IST

Tamil Nadu State Minister and DMK Principal Secretary KN Nehru intensified his campaign efforts in the Milaguparai area of Tiruchirappalli on Friday as the electoral battle for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly polls gathers pace. ... read..

Health secy reviews AIIMS Mangalagiri facilities during Swachhata Pakhwada 2026

New Delhi | April 10, 2026 9:22:20 AM IST

Union Health Secretary Punya Salila Srivastava reviewed the key hospital facilities, including OPD, ABHA registration, radiology, oncology, and emergency services, during her visit to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Mangalagiri, the Mi ... read..

Indian Army clears Lt Col Prasad Shrikant Purohit for Brigadier rank after AFT relief

New Delhi | April 10, 2026 9:22:18 AM IST

The Indian Army has cleared Lieutenant Colonel Prasad Shrikant Purohit for promotion to the rank of Brigadier, sources said on Friday. ... read..

UP: Building collapses in Agra's Kinari Bazar, no casualties

Agra (Uttar Pradesh) | April 10, 2026 9:22:15 AM IST

A building collapsed in the Kinari Bazar area late Thursday night, police said. ... read..

Union Minister Jitendra Singh congratulates ISRO on successful completion of IADT-02 test for Gaganyaan

New Delhi | April 10, 2026 9:22:14 AM IST

Union Minister Jitendra Singh on Friday congratulated the Indian Space Organisation for successfully conducting the second Integrated Air Drop Test (IADT-02) for the ambitious Gaganyaan mission, marking a key step towards India's first human spaceflight s ... read..

"Election fear and fever have continued to haunt him": Kanimozhi slams EPS

Erode (Tamil Nadu) | April 10, 2026 8:52:28 AM IST

DMK leader Kanimozhi Karunanidhi on Thursday hit out at Leader of Opposition in Tamil Nadu assembly Edappadi Palaniswami and said "election fear and fever have continued to haunt him". ... read..

"High voter turnout signals anti-incumbency, Congress likely to win in Assam, Keralam, Puducherry": Rashid Alvi

New Delhi | April 10, 2026 8:52:26 AM IST

Congress leader Rashid Alvi asserted that the high voter turnout recorded in the Assembly elections 2026 across Assam, Keralam, and Puducherry reflects strong anti-incumbency, expressing confidence that the Congress is poised to form governments in all th ... read..

"Where there is political will, there is PM Modi": Shaina NC hails Women's Reservation bill

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 10, 2026 8:52:21 AM IST

Shiv Sena leader Shaina NC lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the Women's Reservation Bill, saying "where there is political will, there is PM Modi," as she welcomed the move to implement 33 per cent reservation for women in Parliament. ... read..

"Only stated that she hasn't given her rightful place in family": EPS on row over his remarks targeting Kanimozhi

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | April 10, 2026 8:22:25 AM IST

All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) general secretary and Leader of Opposition Edappadi K Palaniswami on Thursday dismissed controversy surrounding his remarks on DMK MP Kanimozhi, asserting that his statement was misinterpreted and that he ... read..

Telangana: Woman accused of posting offensive content on social media, FIR registered

Hyderabad (Telangana) | April 10, 2026 8:22:24 AM IST

A case has been registered against a woman residing in Kondapur, Hyderabad, for allegedly posting derogatory content on WhatsApp, targeting Hindu deities and hurting the sentiments of the community. ... read..

"Hope it would pave way for lasting peace in region": Mehbooba Mufti welcomes US-Iran ceasefire

Kulgam (Jammu and Kashmir) | April 10, 2026 7:52:14 AM IST

People's Democratic Party (PDP) Chief Mehbooba Mufti has welcomed the US-Iran ceasefire and expressed hope that it could pave the way for "lasting peace" in the region. ... read..

Self-regulatory board should be registered, sex workers should have access to healthcare: Secretary of Sonagachi's Durbar mahila committee

Kolkata (West Bengal) | April 10, 2026 7:52:12 AM IST

Sex workers from the Sonagachi area in Kolkata have sought registration of their "self-regulatory board" and said they must have access to healthcare services. ... read..

Women's Reservation Amentment Bill should have OBC quota: K Kavitha

Hyderabad (Telangana) | April 10, 2026 7:23:28 AM IST

Telangana Jagruthi founder K Kavitha on Thursday voiced strong objections to the Union government's approach to the amendment to the Women's Reservation Bill, saying that there should be subquota for OBC women. ... read..

AIMIM cuts ties with Humayun Kabir's party, to contest Bengal polls independently

Hyderabad (Telangana) | April 10, 2026 7:23:25 AM IST

In a notable political development ahead of upcoming elections in West Bengal, the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM), led by Asaduddin Owaisi, has announced its decision to withdraw its alliance with a party headed by Humayun Kabir. ... read..

Uttarakhand government geared up for Char Dham Yatra, no cap on pilgrims: Chief Minister Dhami

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | April 10, 2026 7:23:24 AM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Thursday said the goverment has decided that there will be no cap for now on the number of pilgrims for the upcoming Char Dham Yatra, following a review meeting on preparations. He assured that all departm ... read..

Court imposes a fine of Rs 1.72 lakh on domestic consumer for electricity theft

New Delhi | April 10, 2026 6:52:09 AM IST

A Special Electricity court at Saket has imposed a fine of Rs. 1.72 Lakh on a domestic consumer for electricity theft. This case of electricity theft pertains to the Kishan Garh area in Delhi. ... read..

Telangana CM Revanth Reddy orders fast-track repairs of Kaleshwaram barrages

Hyderabad (Telangana) | April 10, 2026 5:22:48 AM IST

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy has directed officials to repair the three barrages in the Kaleshwaram Project and bring them back into use. He instructed that the works be completed in accordance with the recommendations of the National Dam Safety ... read..

Tipra Motha's defeat is certain; ADC people will create history on April 12: Tripura CM

Agartala (Tripura) | April 10, 2026 4:52:25 AM IST

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Thursday said that due to corruption, falsehood and the kind of activities the Tipra Motha party (TMP) has engaged in over the past days, their defeat in the TTAADC is now certain. ... read..

"Additional force will be deployed in all 28 constituencies": Tripura DGP on ADC polls

Agartala (Tripura) | April 10, 2026 3:52:48 AM IST

Ahead of the upcoming general elections to the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC), elaborate security arrangements have been put in place with authorities deploying additional forces in all the 28 constituencies, a police officer sa ... read..

"Making new efforts to integrate women into mainstream": UP Women's panel chief hails PM Modi

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | April 10, 2026 3:52:47 AM IST

Uttar Pradesh State Women's Commission Chairperson Babita Chauhan on Thursday expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the Women's Reservation Bill. ... read..

Tamil Nadu Polls: "Our goal is to form government again," says EPS

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | April 10, 2026 7:23:30 AM IST

AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami on Thursday exuded confidence over his party's election campaign, saying they are working with a clear aim to return to power in the state Assembly polls. ... read..

Nitish Kumar to take oath as Rajya Sabha MP today

New Delhi | April 10, 2026 2:23:02 AM IST

Bihar Chief Minister and Janata Dal (United) chief Nitish Kumar will take oath as a member of the Rajya Sabha today. ... read..

Fire breaks out in Lucknow's vegetable market

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | April 10, 2026 2:23:00 AM IST

A fire broke out in a market area in Uttar Pradesh's Lucknow, a fire service official said late Thursday night. ... read..

"Historic shift": BJP MP Jagdambika Pal on Women's Reservation Bill

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | April 10, 2026 1:52:11 AM IST

BJP MP Jagdambika Pal Singh on Thursday said the Women's Reservation Bill marks a "historic shift" towards enhancing women's participation in governance and nation-building. ... read..

DRI Mumbai busts gold smuggling syndicate, seizes 30 kg gold worth Rs 38 crore; 24 women carriers arrested

New Delhi | April 10, 2026 1:52:09 AM IST

In a major crackdown on organised gold smuggling, the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has busted a syndicate, seizing 29.37 kg of gold valued at Rs 37.74 crore and arresting 24 carriers, the Ministry of Finance said in a release. ... read..

"Privilege of my life to enter Parliament under leadership of PM Modi": Parth Ajit Pawar

New Delhi | April 9, 2026 11:52:54 PM IST

NCP leader Parth Ajit Pawar on Thursday said it is a privilege to enter Parliament under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and he looked forward to contributing to India's transformation under his guidance. ... read..

Delhi Mayor Raja Iqbal Singh awards scholarships of ?1,000 to 500 MCD students

New Delhi | April 9, 2026 11:52:47 PM IST

Delhi Mayor Sardar Raja Iqbal Singh today disbursed scholarships directly into the bank accounts of 500 meritorious students of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi with just a single click. The scholarships were sponsored by the Sungrow Company. ... read..

Haryana CM Saini reviews functioning of 'Samadhan Shivirs', directs officials to ensure prompt action

New Delhi | April 9, 2026 11:52:45 PM IST

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Thursday conducted a detailed review of the progress of Samadhan Shivirs being organised across the state in a high-level meeting via video conferencing. ... read..

Punjab: Two linked to ISI-backed BKI terror module held in Gurdaspur; 5 hand grenades, IED material recovered

Gurdaspur (Punjab) | April 9, 2026 11:52:43 PM IST

In a major breakthrough amidst the ongoing drive to make Punjab a safe and secure state as per directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, Amritsar Rural, Gurdaspur and State Special Operation Cell (SSOC) Amritsar of Counter Intelligence wing in a j ... read..

Lok Sabha Speaker interacts with members of Rajasthani community in Goa

Panaji (Goa) | April 9, 2026 11:52:41 PM IST

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, who is in Goa to inaugurate the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) India Region Zone VII Conference, addressed members of the Marwari-Rajasthani community living in the state. ... read..

CBI registers case in Rs 550 crore Haryana government fund misappropriation probe

New Delhi | April 9, 2026 11:22:51 PM IST

The Central Bureau of Investigation has registered a fresh case in connection with an alleged large-scale misappropriation of Haryana government funds involving fraudulent banking transactions and shell entities, with the estimated loss to the public exch ... read..

"Historic...watershed moment in Assam's history": Himanta Sarma lauds highest turnout in assembly polls

Guwahati (Assam) | April 9, 2026 11:22:39 PM IST

With Assam recording its highest-ever polling percentage, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said that people have voted with a clear resolve to "protect our land, our identity, and our culture from illegal infiltration and demographic aggression". ... read..

Delhi HC denies bail to accused of raping law student, questions her statement in accused's support

New Delhi | April 9, 2026 11:22:38 PM IST

The Delhi High Court on Thursday refused to grant bail to a man accused of raping a law student when she was a minor. The court noted that the prosecutrix and the accused were married to each other. ... read..

Union Minister Manohar Lal calls Bhutan King, discusses Punatsangchhu hydropower projects, strategic India-Bhutan ties

New Delhi | April 9, 2026 11:22:34 PM IST

Union Minister of Power and Housing & Urban Affairs Manohar Lal on Thursday had a royal audience with the King of Bhutan, Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck. ... read..

Manipur: Imphal West curfew relaxed; movement allowed 5-9 AM

New Delhi | April 9, 2026 10:53:51 PM IST

The Manipur government has granted a relaxation in the ongoing curfew in Imphal West district, allowing residents to leave their homes only between 5-9 AM. ... read..

Special event held at Jaipur's Hathi Gaon ahead of Anant Ambani's birthday

Jaipur (Rajasthan) | April 9, 2026 10:53:49 PM IST

A special event was organised at Jaipur's Hathi Gaon (Elephant Village) to celebrate Reliance Industries Limited Executive Director Anant Ambani's birthday tomorrow. He is known for his love for animals. ... read..

Uttarakhand CM Dhami reviews Char Dham Yatra 2026 preparations

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | April 9, 2026 10:53:44 PM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami chaired a high-level review meeting on Thursday at the Veer Chandra Singh Garhwali Auditorium, Vishwakarma Bhawan, Secretariat, to assess preparations for the Char Dham Yatra-2026. ... read..

Indian Army strengthens Close Air Support with Prachand sortie, Apache firing

New Delhi | April 9, 2026 10:53:41 PM IST

The Indian Army has reinforced its focus on strengthening close air support for ground operations, a critical element in modern warfare. ... read..

Jharkhand: NHRC takes suo motu cognisance in Ramgarh private steel plant explosion

New Delhi | April 9, 2026 10:53:39 PM IST

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has taken suo motu cognisance of a media report that one person died and seven others sustained serious injuries after an explosion at a private steel plant in the Hesla area of Jharkhand's Ramgarh district on A ... read..

Union Minister Giriraj Singh backs Narendra Modi, says TMC "looted" Bengal for 15 years

Patna (Bihar) | April 9, 2026 10:53:34 PM IST

Union Minister Giriraj Singh backed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's remarks on Thursday, claiming that the Trinamool Congress (TMC) has "looted" West Bengal for the past 15 years. ... read..

Assam, Puducherry record highest voting percentage of 85.38% and 89.83%; Kerala sees over 78% voter turnout

New Delhi | April 9, 2026 10:53:32 PM IST

Voting for assembly polls created a record on Thursday as Assam and Puducherry surpassed their highest-ever poll-participation by recording 85.38% and 89.83% voter turnout. ... read..

Mumbai: Fire at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport Terminal 1 doused, operations unaffected

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 9, 2026 10:53:30 PM IST

A minor fire broke out on Thursday at Terminal 1 of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, prompting a swift response from emergency teams. ... read..

President Murmu gives assent to Central Armed Police Forces (General Administration) Bill, 2026

New Delhi | April 9, 2026 10:53:28 PM IST

The President of India, Droupadi Murmu, on Thursday gave assent to the Central Armed Police Forces (General Administration) Bill, 2026, paving the way for it to become law. ... read..

"Mamata Banerjee is very upset": Smriti Irani slams West Bengal CM ahead of polls

Kolkata (West Bengal) | April 9, 2026 10:22:33 PM IST

Ahead of the West Bengal Assembly elections, former Union Minister and BJP leader Smriti Irani slammed Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, claiming that the TMC leader tends to get "upset" over the chanting of 'Jai Shree Ram' slogans. ... read..

BJP launches statewide protests against Congress govt in Himachal

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | April 9, 2026 10:22:30 PM IST

The Shimla district unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday staged a protest against the Congress-led Himachal Pradesh government, alleging mismanagement and poor governance. ... read..

CEC Gyanesh Kumar congratulates electors of Assam, Puducherry, Keralam; calls Assembly elections "testimony" for democratic world

New Delhi | April 9, 2026 10:22:24 PM IST

With the conclusion of Assembly polls voting, Chief Election Commissioner of India Gyanesh Kumar on Thursday congratulated the voters of Assam, Puducherry, and Keralam, calling the polls a "testimony" for the "entire democratic world". ... read..

Jazeera Airways operates special Kuwait-Mangaluru flight via Dammam

Mangaluru (Karnataka) | April 9, 2026 9:53:23 PM IST

Jazeera Airways operated a special flight on the Kuwait-Mangaluru-Kuwait sector via Dammam here on Thursday. ... read..

"Sidelined in her party...continues to talk so much": EPS hits out at DMK leader Kanimozhi

North Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | April 9, 2026 11:22:43 PM IST

The war of words intensified in poll-bound Tamil Nadu on Thursday with former Chief Minister and AIADMK leader Edappadi K Palaniswami alleging that DMK leader Kanimozhi has been sidelined in her party and "continues to talk so much". ... read..

Indian Army showcases 'tank in air' Apache firepower during 'Brahmastra' desert drill

Jaisalmer (Rajasthan) | April 9, 2026 9:53:25 PM IST

The Indian Army on Thursday demonstrated the combat strength of its latest attack helicopter, the Boeing AH-64 Apache, during a live firing exercise 'Brahmastra' at the Pokhran Firing Range. ... read..

Tamil Nadu: Union Minister Piyush Goyal holds roadshow for BJP candidate Vanathi Srinivasan in Coimbatore

Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu) | April 9, 2026 9:53:08 PM IST

Union Minister Piyush Goyal on Thursday held a roadshow supporting BJP Mahila Morcha president and Coimbatore North Assembly constituency Vanathi Srinivasan in the Saibaba Colony area, ahead of the upcoming Tamil Nadu polls. ... read..

Polling in Kerala completed peacefully: CM Vijayan lauds voter turnout; thanks Election officials, volunteers

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | April 9, 2026 9:22:35 PM IST

Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Thursday lauded Kerala's voters for their enthusiastic participation in the ongoing elections, noting that polling in the state has been completed peacefully. ... read..

Delhi Police busts Rs 74 lakh online investment scam, 2 held

New Delhi | April 9, 2026 9:22:34 PM IST

In a significant breakthrough, the Cyber Cell of the Crime Branch, Delhi Police, has busted an organised cyber fraud network and arrested two key accused in connection with an investment scam amounting to more than Rs 74 lakh. ... read..

Tamil Nadu: Kanimozhi campaigns for DMK candidate Muthusamy in Erode

Erode (Tamil Nadu) | April 9, 2026 9:22:28 PM IST

Ahead of Tamil Nadu polls, DMK leader Kanimozhi campaigned in support of Minister Su. Muthusamy, the party's candidate for the Erode West Assembly constituency, at Vellode Nalroad in Erode district. ... read..

Youth Delegation from Jammu and Kashmir participates in 'Watan Ko Jano' programme, interacts with Vice President CP Radhakrishnan

New Delhi | April 9, 2026 9:22:25 PM IST

A 250-member youth delegation from Jammu and Kashmir, participating in the 'Watan Ko Jano' programme organised by the Ministry of Home Affairs, called on the Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan, at Uprashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi on Thursday. ... read..

KTR visits Jeevan Reddy, invites former Congress minister to join party

Telangana | April 9, 2026 9:53:11 PM IST

BRS Working President K.T. Rama Rao (KTR) today visited the residence of senior Congress leader and former minister Jeevan Reddy in Jagtial to invite him to join the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) on behalf of party president K. Chandrashekar Rao (KCR). Sev ... read..

Assembly polls: Puducherry leads voter turnout with 89.20%, Assam follows with 85.10%, Keralam stands at 77.50%

Guwahati/Thiruvananthapuram/Pudhucherry | April 9, 2026 8:52:55 PM IST

High voter turnout marked the single-phase Assembly elections held on Thursday in Assam, Keralam, and Puducherry. ... read..

"Making personal remarks and invoking death against CM, Dy CM is unacceptable": TN Minister on EPS's remarks

Tiruchirappalli (Tamil Nadu) | April 9, 2026 8:52:47 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi on Thursday condemned AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami's personal attacks against the Chief Minister MK Stalin during the latter's election campaign, terming them "unacceptable", which reflects a ... read..

Assam BJP expresses gratitude to voters for record-breaking turnout in Assembly polls

Guwahati (Assam) | April 9, 2026 8:52:45 PM IST

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Assam on Thursday expressed deep gratitude to the public for their participation in the Assembly polls, as the state recorded a massive estimated voter turnout of 84.42%. ... read..

MP: Underweight LPG Cylinders found up to 2.5 kgs during food department raid in Bhopal

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) | April 9, 2026 8:23:00 PM IST

The Madhya Pradesh Food Department on Thursday carried out a raid at a warehouse of a Gas Agency in state capital Bhopal and found several domestic LPG cylinders containing less gas than the prescribed standard weight, with some reportedly short by up to ... read..

BJP doing 'election drama' over women's bill: AAP MP Sanjay Singh

Politics | April 9, 2026 8:22:56 PM IST

Mathura (Uttar Pradesh) [India], April 9 (ANI) Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Sanjay Singh on Thursday accused the BJP of indulging in "election drama" over the women's reservation bill, questioning the timing of its push ahead of polls. ... read..

West Bengal Elections: Mother of RG Kar rape victim files her nomination from Panihati seat

North 24 Parganas (West Bengal) | April 9, 2026 8:22:54 PM IST

Ratna Debnath, the BJP candidate and mother of the RG Kar Medical College rape and murder victim, filed her nomination for the Panihati seat on Thursday, ahead of West Bengal elections. ... read..

"Indian flagged vesseln Green Asha safely reaches JNPA after crossing Strait of Hormuz": Union Shipping Ministry

New Delhi | April 9, 2026 8:22:52 PM IST

The Indian flagged vessel 'Green Asha', which crossed the Strait of Hormuz on April 5, has safely reached Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) on Thursday, the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways stated. ... read..

Kandla port advances methanol bunkering, marks key step toward green maritime transition

Kandla (Gujarat) | April 9, 2026 8:22:51 PM IST

In a significant move toward decarbonising the maritime sector, Deendayal Port Authority (Kandla Port) has advanced its methanol bunkering capabilities, positioning itself as a key player in India's energy transition efforts and global green shipping corr ... read..

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee campaigns in support of TMC's Baranagar candidate, Sayantika Banerjee

North 24 Parganas (West Bengal) | April 9, 2026 8:22:49 PM IST

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee held an election campaign in support of Sayantika Banerjee, the TMC candidate from the Baranagar Assembly constituency, on Thursday. ... read..

SC asks states to not take child trafficking lightly

New Delhi | April 9, 2026 8:22:45 PM IST

The Supreme Court has raised grave concern over rising cases of child trafficking and told states and Union Territories that gangs are operating across the country and not to take child trafficking lightly. ... read..

BJP will cross 200 seats in Bengal, people want change: MP Khagen Murmu

Malda (West Bengal) | April 9, 2026 8:22:43 PM IST

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Khagen Murmu on Thursday expressed confidence that the Bharatiya Janata Party will secure a massive mandate in the upcoming West Bengal Assembly elections, asserting that the party will cross the 200-seat mark. ... read..

Congress resorted to all sorts of tricks to keep bill pending: BJP's Bhawna Bohra

Kolkata (West Bengal) | April 9, 2026 8:22:36 PM IST

The Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Bhawna Bohra on Thursday said that women in India are now poised to shape history, asserting that their social status has significantly improved. ... read..

Assembly polls; Puducherry leads voter turnout with 89.20%; Assam follows with 85.10%; Keralam stands at 77.50%

Guwahati/Thiruvananthapuram/Pudhucherry | April 9, 2026 8:22:34 PM IST

High voter turnout marked the single-phase Assembly elections held on Thursday in Assam, Keralam, and Puducherry. ... read..

Voting concludes for assembly polls in Assam, Keralam, and Puducherry

Guwahati/Thiruvananthapuram/Puducherry | April 9, 2026 7:52:39 PM IST

Voting concluded for crucial polls in Assam, Keralam and Puducherry on Thursday with the voters coming out in large numbers to exercise their franchise. ... read..

Assembly polls: Assam's voter turnout records 84.42% at 5 pm; 75.01% in Keralam

New Delhi | April 9, 2026 7:52:32 PM IST

Voters across Assam, Keralam, and Puducherry turned out in massive numbers on Thursday for high-stakes assembly elections. ... read..

Delegation of Bar Association Theog meets Himachal CM Sukhu

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | April 9, 2026 7:22:42 PM IST

A delegation of the Bar Association Theog, led by Chairman B.S. Kashyap, called on Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu here on Thursday. ... read..

Operation Sindoor showcased multi-domain synergy, says Army Chief Dwivedi at Ran Samwad seminar

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | April 9, 2026 7:22:38 PM IST

Chief of Army Staff, General Upendra Dwivedi, on Thursday, reflected on the importance of multi-domain operations (MDO) during Operation Sindoor. ... read..

Puducherry: Congress' Vaithilingam casts vote, says confident of forming govt

Puducherry | April 9, 2026 6:53:31 PM IST

Congress State President and Thattanchavady Assembly candidate V. Vaithilingam on Thursday cast his vote in the ongoing Puducherry elections and expressed confidence in his party's prospects. ... read..

"I'm sitting at my home in Dubai": Rao Inderjit Yadav, wanted by Haryana Police, denies reports of his arrest

By Sushil Batra New Delhi | April 9, 2026 6:53:29 PM IST

Amid claims in section of media that he has been detained in Dubai, alleged gangster Rao Inderjit Yadav has denied such reports and said he is at his home and has not been contacted by any authority. ... read..

Reforms in Himcare Scheme payments to ensure transparency and efficiency: Himachal CM

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | April 9, 2026 6:53:07 PM IST

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Thursday presided over a meeting and reviewed various positive reforms being undertaken in the health sector. ... read..

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla urges lawmakers to rise above politics and serve people with integrity

Panaji (Goa) | April 9, 2026 6:53:05 PM IST

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Thursday urged lawmakers to rise above personal and political interests, emphasising the importance of diligently and with integrity fulfilling the hopes and aspirations of the people they represent. ... read..

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