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Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya confers highest state civilian awards 2024

Guwahati (Assam) | April 3, 2025 10:44:02 PM IST

Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya on Thursday presented the Highest State Civilian Awards 2024 at a ceremony held at Srimanta Sankardev International Auditorium in Guwahati. ... read..

BJP murdered aspirations of Muslims: Congress' YS Sharmila condemns passage of Waqf amendment bill in Lok Sabha

Vijayawada (Andhra Pradesh) | April 3, 2025 10:43:54 PM IST

Andhra Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) president YS Sharmila on Thursday lashed out at the Centre over the passage of Waqf amendment Bill in Lok Sabha, saying the ruling BJP "murdered not only the aspirations of the Muslim community but also the Constit ... read..

"TMC Govt responsible for this": Mithun Chakraborty on SC upholding cancellation of over 25,000 school jobs in Bengal

Kolkata (West Bengal) | April 3, 2025 10:13:20 PM IST

BJP leader and veteran actor Mithun Chakraborty on Thursday blamed the Mamata government for cancellation of over 25,000 teachers and non-teaching staff jobs in the state and urged the youth of West Bengal to get rid of the TMC dispensation if they wanted ... read..

Indian Army and Assam Rifles recover weapons, IEDs in Manipur operations

Kohima (Nagaland) | April 3, 2025 10:13:15 PM IST

In a series of joint operations, Indian Army and Assam Rifles formation, of Spear Corps, launched operations, based on information, in Churachandpur, Imphal West, Kangpokpi, Imphal East and Bishnupur districts of Manipur between March 29 to April 3, an of ... read..

CM Bhupendra Patel allocates Rs 600 Crore to Gandhinagar Municipal Corporation for Wastewater Management

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | April 3, 2025 10:13:13 PM IST

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has granted in-principle approval to allocate Rs 606.34 crore from the Swarnim Jayanti Mukhyamantri Shaheri Vikas Yojana to Gandhinagar Municipal Corporation for the Sewage Treatment Plant (STP), along with wastewate ... read..

Yogi Adityanath reviews plans for PM's Visit, directs quick action on infrastructure, security, and water supply

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) | April 3, 2025 9:43:16 PM IST

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday held a review meeting with elected representatives and officials in the Circuit House seminar hall. ... read..

"New Waqf Bill does not interfere with Muslim religious practices": Former Prime Minister HD Deve Gowda

New Delhi | April 3, 2025 9:43:14 PM IST

Former Prime Minister HD Deve Gowda on Thursday praised the passage of the Waqf Amendment Bill 2025 in the Lok Sabha and said that it doesn't interfere with Muslim religious practices, as per an official statement. ... read..

Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya confers National Youth Awards and Viksit Bharat Youth Parliament Awards

New Delhi | April 3, 2025 9:43:11 PM IST

The second day of the Viksit Bharat Youth Parliament commenced with an enriching visit to the new Parliament building, where participants had the unique opportunity to witness live legislative proceedings. This first-hand experience provided the young del ... read..

Samajwadi Party Chief Akhilesh Yadav Slams BJP's Waqf Bill, Labels it a 'Conspiracy'

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | April 3, 2025 9:13:40 PM IST

Samajwadi Party President Akhilesh Yadav on Thursday strongly criticized the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for introducing the Waqf Bill, claiming that it is being used to distract from the government's inability to address the nation's key issues. ... read..

Correcting institutional irregularities...: Haryana Minister Vipul Goel welcomes passage of Waqf Bill

Chandigarh (Punjab) | April 3, 2025 9:13:38 PM IST

BJP leader and Haryana Minister Vipul Goel on Thursday welcomed the passage of the Waqf Amendment Bill, 2025 in the Lok Sabha, saying that correcting irregularities or wrongdoings in any institution is in the interest of the country. ... read..

Pune woman hires contract killers to murder fiance after pre-wedding photoshoot

Pune (Maharashtra) | April 3, 2025 9:13:35 PM IST

A shocking incident has surfaced in Pune where a woman gave Supari (contract to kill) to eliminate her husband-to-be to avoid marrying him, said a senior police official on Thursday. ... read..

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah meets Rahul Gandhi in Delhi, decides to form Welfare Board for gig workers

New Delhi | April 3, 2025 9:13:33 PM IST

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Thursday met Congress leader and Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi at his Delhi residence to discuss the implementation of the Gig Workers' Welfare Act, as promised during the Bharat Jodo Yatra and ... read..

No violence in Manipur in last 4 Months: Union Home Minister Amit Shah

New Delhi | April 3, 2025 9:13:31 PM IST

Lok Sabha passed the statutory resolution moved by Union Home Minister Amit Shah for the approval of the imposition of President's Rule in Manipur on Thursday. The House also expressed its respect, sympathy, and deep sorrow for those who lost their lives ... read..

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh highlights need for technological advancements in AMC

New Delhi | April 3, 2025 9:13:29 PM IST

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday highlighted the importance of keeping pace with technological advancements in the medical sector, particularly within the Army Medical Corps (AMC), to enhance healthcare services for soldiers. ... read..

"Accha sila diya tune mere pyaar ka...": Raghav Chadha takes swipe at US imposing reciprocal tariffs on India

New Delhi | April 3, 2025 9:13:20 PM IST

Aam Aadmi Party leader Raghav Chadha on Thursday took a swipe at the US imposing reciprocal tariffs on India and recalled lines of a popular Hindi number while stating that "Trump Tariff" could wreck the Indian economy. ... read..

Create machinery for effective implementation of firecracker ban: SC to NCR states

New Delhi | April 3, 2025 9:13:18 PM IST

The Supreme Court on Thursday directed all NCR states to create the machinery for effectively implementing the firecracker ban, and ensure that preventive as well as coercive steps are taken against violators. ... read..

Gujarat: Madhavpur Ghed Fair- a must-visit destination for tourists

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | April 3, 2025 9:13:12 PM IST

Madhavpur, a quaint village in Gujarat's historic city of Porbandar, hosts the vibrant Madhavpur Fair. This traditional festival commences annually on the auspicious day of Ram Navami and continues for five days. ... read..

SC orders halt to tree felling in Telangana's Kancha Gachibowli; warns CS of action for non-compliance

New Delhi | April 3, 2025 8:43:28 PM IST

The Supreme Court on Thursday, while taking suo moto cognizance of the felling of trees at a forest area in Kancha Gachibowli in Telangana, stayed felling of trees at the site and warned Chief Secretary of consequences of its order is not complied with. ... read..

Lok Sabha passes Coastal Shipping Bill, 2024

New Delhi | April 3, 2025 8:43:25 PM IST

The Lok Sabha passed the Coastal Shipping Bill, 2024, paving the way for a dedicated legal framework for coastal trade as the maritime sector aims to provide a economical, reliable and sustainable mode of transportation as it decongest road and rail netwo ... read..

Gujarat: Madhavpur Ghed Fair unites cultures of Western, Northeastern India

Porbandar (Gujarat) | April 3, 2025 8:43:23 PM IST

"TMC sold jobs like vegetables... CM should take responsibility and resign": BJP's Samik Bhattacharya

New Delhi | April 3, 2025 8:43:16 PM IST

BJP MP Samik Bhattacharya on Thursday demanded West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's resignation over the West Bengal SSC recruitment scam, alleging TMC's actions had ruined careers of many deserving youths'. ... read..

"CM Mamata Banerjee responsible": Suvendu Adhikari on cancellation of 25,000 teachers' jobs in Bengal

Midnapore East (West Bengal) | April 3, 2025 8:43:14 PM IST

West Bengal assembly Leader of the Opposition Suvendu Adhikari on Thursday blamed the West Bengal government and Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for the cancellation of 25,000 teachers' jobs in the state. ... read..

J-K: Security forces launch search Op after suspicious movements in Udhampur

Udhampur (Jammu and Kashmir) | April 3, 2025 8:43:12 PM IST

Security forces have launched a search operation after two suspects were spotted in Udhampur district of Jammu and Kashmir, the police said on Thursday. ... read..

Why no protests when BJP hikes prices?: Karnataka DCM DK Shivakumar

New Delhi | April 3, 2025 8:43:10 PM IST

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar hit out at the BJP for "selective protests" against price hikes on Thursday, accusing the central government of raising LPG and fuel prices previously. ... read..

10 NCC cadets set to scale Mt Everest as part of Indian expedition

New Delhi | April 3, 2025 7:43:25 PM IST

A team of 10 NCC cadets is set to embark on a challenging expedition to scale Mount Everest as part of a larger mission flagged off by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh from South Block in New Delhi. ... read..

Waqf Bill to benefit poor Muslims: UP Dy CM Keshav Prasad Maurya

Kaushambi (Uttar Pradesh) | April 3, 2025 7:43:21 PM IST

Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya on Thursday said that Waqf (Amendment) Bill will benefit the poor from the Muslim community, alleging that some "mafia-type" people were taking advantage of waqf properties. ... read..

"If his allegations are proven, I will resign": Kharge slams Anurag Thakur's remarks over Waqf Bill

New Delhi | April 3, 2025 7:43:20 PM IST

Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha and Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on Thursday hit back at BJP MP Anurag Thakur, demanding an apology after the former Union Minister accused him of land-grabbing in Karnataka. ... read..

Waqf Amendment Bill will benefit crores of people from Muslim community: Rijiju

New Delhi | April 3, 2025 7:43:15 PM IST

Union Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Thursday said that the Waqf Amendment Bill will benefit crores of people from the Muslim community and that the property under Waqf has not been properly used in the interest of the poor. ... read..

Punjab and Haryana HC directs Chandigarh Police to probe Colonel Bath assault case

Chandigarh | April 3, 2025 7:43:13 PM IST

The Punjab and Haryana High Court on Thursday directed the Chandigarh Police to investigate the assault case of Colonel Pushpinder Singh Bath. ... read..

Waqf Bill was introduced intentionally to divide country: Mamata Banerjee vows to amend it when new government is formed

Howrah (West Bengal) | April 3, 2025 7:43:12 PM IST

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday accused the BJP of introducing the Waqf Amendment Bill to "divide the country" and promised to reverse it through an amendment if a new government comes to power at the Centre. ... read..

JD(U) leader Kasim Ansari resigns after party backs Waqf Bill

Patna (Bihar) | April 3, 2025 7:43:10 PM IST

Mohammed Kasim Ansari has resigned from the primary membership of the Janata Dal (United) after the party supported the passage of the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025, in the Lok Sabha. ... read..

"Third Launch Pad at Sriharikota; Rs 3984.86 cr project to be completed in 4 Years": Union MoS Jitendra Singh in Rajya Sabha

New Delhi | April 3, 2025 7:43:08 PM IST

Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) Jitendra Singh on Thursday said that a Third Launch Pad (TLP) will be established at Satish Dhawan Space Centre of ISRO in Sriharikota. ... read..

Indian Navy's maiden initiative of IOS Sagar concludes its harbour and sea training phase at Kochi

New Delhi | April 3, 2025 7:13:25 PM IST

Indian Navy's maiden initiative of Indian Ocean Ship Sagar (IOS Sagar) concluded its harbour and sea training phase at Southern Naval Command, Kochi, and the ship with her crew, has left for Karwar, Ministry of Defence said in a press release. ... read..

MCD to develop night food market adjacent to Salimgarh Fort

New Delhi | April 3, 2025 7:13:21 PM IST

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) is set to develop a night food market adjacent to the historic Salimgarh Fort, "offering a unique culinary experience to foodies", the civic body said in a release. ... read..

Rajasthan: CM Bhajanlal Sharma launches Rajasthan Logistics Policy 2025

General News | April 3, 2025 7:13:20 PM IST

Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], April 3 (ANI). To make Rajasthan a 350 billion economy by 2030 and ensure an investment-friendly industrial environment, Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma has launched the Rajasthan Logistics Policy--2025, an official statement s ... read..

"All Opposition does is lie, create confusion": BJP allies voice support for Waqf Amendment Bill

New Delhi | April 3, 2025 7:13:13 PM IST

As the Rajya Sabha discussed the Waqf (Amendment) Bill on Tuesday, members of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) voiced their support for the legislation, expressing confidence in its passage while launching a scathing attack on the Opposition for "cr ... read..

Indian Railways achives milestone: Coach production rises 9% to 7,134 in FY 2024-25

New Delhi | April 3, 2025 7:13:10 PM IST

Indian Railways has achieved a significant milestone in the financial year 2024-25 by manufacturing 7,134 coaches, marking a 9 per cent increase from the previous year's production of 6,541, with special emphasis on non AC coaches with production of 4,601 ... read..

BJP's R Ashoka criticizes Siddaramaiah Government for tax hikes and mismanagement

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | April 3, 2025 7:13:08 PM IST

Leader of the Opposition in the Karnataka Legislative Assembly, R Ashoka, addressed a BJP protest, fiercely criticizing the Congress government for its policies, particularly the recent price hikes and taxes imposed on the public. ... read..

Opposition setting false narratives, instigating fear in people on Waqf Amendment Bill: Chirag Paswan

New Delhi | April 3, 2025 6:43:28 PM IST

Union Minister and National President of Lok Janshakti Party Chirag Paswan slammed the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) and Congress and alleged that the opposition was setting false narratives and instigating fear in the people after Waqf Amendment Bill 2025 w ... read..

Lok Sabha witnesses record-breaking extension of Zero Hour: 202 MPs raise issues in over 5 hours session

New Delhi | April 3, 2025 6:43:20 PM IST

In a significant move led by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, the duration of Zero Hour in Parliament was extended on Thursday, giving public representatives a greater opportunity to highlight issues from their constituencies. ... read..

"Would've have done the same had I been in his place": AIMIM's Waris Pathan defends Owaisi tearing copy of Waqf Bill

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 3, 2025 6:43:14 PM IST

All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) leader Waris Pathan on Thursday defended party chief Asaduddin Owaisi who had strongly opposed the Waqf Amendment Bill, dramatically tearing its copy in protest in the Lok Sabha. ... read..

"100 choohe kha kar billi Haj ko chali": BJP's Giriraj Singh slams Congress on Waqf Bill

New Delhi | April 3, 2025 6:43:07 PM IST

Union minister Giriraj Singh on Thursday launched a scathing attack on Congress regarding the Waqf Amendment Bill, using a Hindi proverb to criticise the party's past actions. ... read..

Good step for welfare of Muslim community: Kausar Jahan welcomes passage of Waqf Bill in Lok Sabha

New Delhi | April 3, 2025 6:13:25 PM IST

Delhi State Haj Committee Chairperson Kausar Jahan on Thursday welcomed the passage of the Waqf Amendment Bill in the Lok Sabha, calling it a historic day and a good step for the welfare of the Muslim community. ... read..

Assam Rifles recover Methamphetamine tablets worth over Rs 12 core from Mizoram's Lawngtlai

Guwahati (Assam) | April 3, 2025 6:13:23 PM IST

Assam Rifles recovered Methamphetamine tablets worth Rs 12.54 crore in the general area of Bualpui in Mizoram's Lawngtlai district according to a statement by the paramilitary force. ... read..

Major fire breaks out at transporter's warehouse in Ghaziabad, no casualties

Ghaziabad (Uttar Pradesh) | April 3, 2025 6:13:15 PM IST

A major fire broke out at a transporter's warehouse near Rajbagh Metro Station in Ghaziabad on Thursday, a senior fire officer said ... read..

U'khand CM Dhami urges CharDham Yatra devotees to register online, avoid inconvenience

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | April 3, 2025 6:13:11 PM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Thursday urged devotees to do online registration before embarking on the CharDham Yatra to avoid any kind of inconvenience. The Chief Minister said that over 11 lakh pilgrims have completed their online r ... read..

"Scandalous allegations": SC deprecates man who accused MC Mehta of receiving money from foreign agencies

New Delhi | April 3, 2025 6:13:10 PM IST

The Supreme Court on Thursday deprecated certain "scandalous" allegations made against Public Interest lawyer MC Mehta, whose various litigations have resulted in numerous landmark judgements and brought in social reforms, especially concerning the enviro ... read..

"I request Kunal Kamra to be part of investigation and present facts": Shiv Sena's Rahool Kanal

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 3, 2025 5:43:24 PM IST

Shiv Sena Yuva Sena General Secretary Rahool Kanal on Thursday requested stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra to join the investigation and present the facts over his satirical remarks about Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde in his stand-up video, ... read..

Punjab announces Mukyamatri Teerth Yatra Yojna for people over 50

Chandigarh (Punjab) | April 3, 2025 5:43:14 PM IST

Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema has announced the launch of the Mukyamatri Teerth Yatra Yojna, a new pilgrimage initiative under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann. ... read..

"Develop spine, stand up to US": Congress MP Manish Tewari to Centre after Trump admin imposes tariffs on India

New Delhi | April 3, 2025 5:43:12 PM IST

Congress MP Manish Tewari on Thursday urged the Centre to develop "a spine" and stand up to the US, which imposed 26 per cent tariffs on goods from India. The Congress leader said that the tariffs on India represented "abject failure" of the negotiations ... read..

Parvesh Verma to head eight-member panel formed to fast-track Delhi's infrastructure projects

By Tanya Chugh

New Delhi | April 3, 2025 5:43:10 PM IST

An eight-member high-level committee has been formed in Delhi under the chairmanship of PWD Minister Parvesh Verma to fast-track the infrastructure projects in the national capital, sources said. ... read..

"Proven they've completely abandoned Hindutva and ideals of Balasaheb": Eknath Shinde slams Uddhav Thackeray on Waqf Bill

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 3, 2025 5:13:26 PM IST

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Wednesday slammed Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray for opposing the Waqf Amendment Bill, accusing him of abandoning Hindutva and Balasaheb Thackeray's ideology. ... read..

Rs 267 crore sanctioned for various road projects in Himachal Pradesh: Vikramaditya Singh

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | April 3, 2025 5:13:24 PM IST

Himachal Pradesh Public Works Minister Vikramaditya Singh on Thursday said that the Union Government has sanctioned Rs 267 crore for various projects, including national highways in Himachal Pradesh. He stated that a total capital expenditure request of R ... read..

"Transparency is good for Muslims": J-K JD(U) president on Waqf Amendment Bill

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) | April 3, 2025 5:13:14 PM IST

A day after the Lok Sabha passed the Waqf (Amendment) Bill 2025, Jammu and Kashmir JD(U) president GM Shaheen highlighted that transparency is good for the Muslims of the country and alleged that many properties of Waqf and Dargah's (shrine) were converte ... read..

"Why Are They Targeting Bengal All the Time?": Mamata Banerjee slams BJP after SC upholds dismissal of 25,000 Teachers

Howrah (West Bengal) | April 3, 2025 4:43:35 PM IST

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday slammed the BJP, questioning why Bengal is being repeatedly targeted after the Supreme Court upheld the dismissal of 25,000 teachers. ... read..

TDP outlines stance on Waqf Bill, advocates for Muslim welfare, flexibility for states to decide Waqf board composition

New Delhi | April 3, 2025 4:43:32 PM IST

The Telugu Desam Party (TDP) on Thursday released a statement outlining its official stance on the Waqf Amendment Bill 2025, reflecting the party's "constructive position" and "deep connection with the Muslim community." ... read..

"Violation of right to religion" J-K Assembly Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather on Waqf Amendment Bill

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) | April 3, 2025 4:43:26 PM IST

Jammu and Kashmir Assembly Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather Thursday said that the Waqf (Amendment) Bill of 2025 is a violation of the right to religion and stated that was not right to interfere in someone's personal laws. ... read..

"Look at how vast the area under control is": Kangana Ranaut backs Waqf Amendment Bill

New Delhi | April 3, 2025 4:43:13 PM IST

BJP Member of Parliament Kangana Ranaut on Thursday termed the passage of the Waqf Amendment Bill as "historic," crediting Prime Minister Narendra Modi for addressing legal loopholes. ... read..

"We'll have to take tough stand": Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sawant on US "reciprocal tariffs"

New Delhi | April 3, 2025 4:43:10 PM IST

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Arvind Sawant on Thursday said that the Centre must take a "tough stand" against the US administration's imposition of a 26 per cent "reciprocal tariff" on India. ... read..

Maharashtra: Muslim scholars, ulemas hold protest against Waqf (Amendment) Bill in Bhendi Bazar

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 3, 2025 4:13:29 PM IST

Several Ulemas gathered at Handiwala Masjid in Mumbai's Bhendi Bazar on Thursday to strongly denounced the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025. ... read..

Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta appoints chairpersons of Financial Committees

New Delhi | April 3, 2025 4:13:19 PM IST

Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta has appointed the chairpersons of the three financial committees for the year 2025-26. ... read..

Punjab: BSF, Punjab Police apprehend narco-smuggler with heroin in Tarn Taran

Tarn Taran (Punjab) | April 3, 2025 4:13:08 PM IST

The Border Security Force (BSF), in coordination with the Punjab Police, apprehended a suspected narco-smuggler with heroin after a joint ambush in the Tarn Taran district on Wednesday, according to an official statement from BSF. ... read..

Congress' Randeep Surjewala expresses concern over reciprocal tariffs, criticises PM Modi

New Delhi | April 3, 2025 3:43:13 PM IST

Congress' Rajya Sabha MP Randeep Surjewala on Thursday expressed concern over the 26 per cent tariffs imposed by the US on India and criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the issue. ... read..

Court calls for report from jail authorities on security measures for Christian Michel James

New Delhi | April 3, 2025 3:13:25 PM IST

The Rouse Avenue court on Thursday sought a report from Jail Authorities on Christian Michel James's safety and security measures taken by them. The court has issued a notice to the Enforcement Directorate (ED) also. ... read..

"Waqf bill based on total falsity, misinformation campaign by BJP": Congress MP Hussain in Rajya Sabha

New Delhi | April 3, 2025 3:13:23 PM IST

Congress Rajya Sabha MP Syed Naseer Hussain on Thursday accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of fuelling communal polarisation and spreading misinformation over the Waqf Amendment Bill. ... read..

Bangladeshi migrant residing in Delhi even after expiring of medical visa nabbed

New Delhi | April 3, 2025 3:13:17 PM IST

The South West district of Delhi Police has apprehended a Bangladeshi national residing illegally in the city and facilitated his deportation to Bangladesh through the Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO) statement. ... read..

"All show, no substance": Uddhav Thackeray opposes Waqf Amendment Bill

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 3, 2025 3:13:13 PM IST

Shiv Sena UBT chief Uddhav Thackeray on Thursday slammed the "all show, no substance" Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led Union government. He said that his party opposed the bill and also the hypocrisy of the BJP and its "plans to give lands to businessmen ... read..

Defence Minister flags off expeditions to Mt Everest and Mt Kangchenjunga

New Delhi | April 3, 2025 3:13:12 PM IST

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh flagged off expeditions to Mount Everest (8,848m) and Mount Kangchenjunga (8,586m) from South Block, New Delhi, on April 03, 2025. ... read..

"Bill distracts from real issues": HP Minister Vikramaditya Singh slams Union govt

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | April 3, 2025 2:43:14 PM IST

The Public Works Department (PWD) Minister of Himachal Pradesh on Thursday criticised the central government over the recently passed Waqf Amendment Bill in the Lok Sabha, alleging it distracts from pressing national issues like unemployment, inflation, a ... read..

Karnataka: 4 of family killled as bus collided with car near Mandya

Mandya (Karnataka) | April 3, 2025 2:43:12 PM IST

Four members of a family were killed when a bus hit a car from behind near the Mandya district area on the Bangalore-Mysore Express Way, police said on Thursday. ... read..

"MP govt moving forward under good governance and guidance of Central govt," says CM Mohan Yadav

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) | April 3, 2025 2:13:35 PM IST

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has applauded the state government's financial management, saying that all the outstanding dues of the industrial units across departments have been cleared, and it is the only state in the country to achieve this ... read..

Uttarakhand CM Dhami announces road connectivity to small settlements under PMGSY

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | April 3, 2025 2:13:32 PM IST

Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Wednesday said that, during the tenure of the double-engine government, work is being done to connect small settlements of the state with roads through the Pradhan Mantri Gramin Sadak Yojana, according to a CMO statem ... read..

Kiren Rijiju moves motion for consideration of Waqf (Amendment) Bill in Rajya Sabha

New Delhi | April 3, 2025 2:13:30 PM IST

Union Parliamentary Affairs Kiren Rijiju on Thursday moved a motion for consideration of the Waqf (Amendment) Bill of 2025 and the Musalmaan Wakf (Repeal) Bill in the Rajya Sabha. ... read..

Delhi Court acquits four relatives in POCSO case lodged by niece due to property dispute

New Delhi | April 3, 2025 2:13:22 PM IST

A Delhi Court has acquitted 4 accused persons in the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act case, which was lodged by their niece due to a property dispute and later on turned hostile. ... read..

Rahul Gandhi slams Govt's foreign policy; critiques China's territorial occupation, US reciprocal tariffs

New Delhi | April 3, 2025 2:13:15 PM IST

Congress top brass and the Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, on Thursday launched a sharp critique of the Union Government's foreign policy, spotlighting China's occupation of Indian territory and the recent US tariff hike. ... read..

Uttar Pradesh : Fire breaks out in Pilibhit's Sarafa market showroom

Pilibhit (Uttar Pradesh) | April 3, 2025 2:13:12 PM IST

A massive fire broke out in a showroom at Sarafa Market in Pilibhit, Uttar Pradesh. Fire tenders reached the location to control the situation. ... read..

"Is it Waqf Board or 'Land Mafia' Board?" UP CM Yogi Adityanath

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) | April 3, 2025 2:13:09 PM IST

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday criticised the functioning of the Waqf board, accusing them of attempting to "capture land" in Prayagraj. ... read..

"Will go to the court; protest...": ASP chief Chandra Shekhar Azad on Waqf Amendment Bill

New Delhi | April 3, 2025 2:13:07 PM IST

After the Lok Sabha passed the Waqf Amendment Bill, Azad Samaj Party (Kanshi Ram) chief Chandra Shekhar Azad on Thursday said they would go to court and protest against it. ... read..

Karnataka BJP leaders detained during protests against price hikes, state policies

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | April 3, 2025 1:43:33 PM IST

Karnataka BJP leaders, including state president BY Vijayendra, former Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa, and senior leader CT Ravi, were detained by police on Thursday during protests against the policies and price hikes introduced by the Congress-led state ... read..

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah meets LoP Rahul Gandhi in Delhi

New Delhi | April 3, 2025 1:43:30 PM IST

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah arrived in the national capital on Thursday for a scheduled discussion with Congress leader and Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi. His visit to the national capital comes in the face of intense protest b ... read..

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh flags off three mountaineering expeditions

New Delhi | April 3, 2025 1:43:23 PM IST

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday flagged off three mountaineering expeditions. ... read..

"Acha sila diya tune mere pyar ka...": AAP MP Raghav Chadha takes jibe at Centre on US tariffs

New Delhi | April 3, 2025 1:43:19 PM IST

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Raghav Chadha on Thursday took a filmy potshot at the BJP-led Centre after US administration imposed 26 per cent reciprocal tariffs on India. ... read..

Court declines cognizance of defamation complaint against Atishi Marlena and Sanjay Singh

New Delhi | April 3, 2025 1:43:16 PM IST

The Rouse Avenue court declined to take Cognizance of the defamation Complaint filed by former MP Sandeep Dikshit on Thursday. ... read..

Earthquake of magnitude 2.6 strikes Maharashtra's Solapur

Solapur (Maharashtra) | April 3, 2025 1:43:12 PM IST

An earthquake measuring 2.6 on the Richter scale jolted the Solapur region of Maharashtra on Thursday, as per the National Center for Seismology (NCS). ... read..

'Legal system must safeguard children, regardless of parental actions': Delhi HC

New Delhi | April 3, 2025 1:43:10 PM IST

The Delhi High Court emphasised that victims of sexual assault, especially minor children, possess independent rights under the law that cannot be dismissed simply because their parents have chosen to settle disputes among themselves. ... read..

Bill will bring transparency and accountability in Waqf: BJP's Tarun Chugh

New Delhi | April 3, 2025 1:13:25 PM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party's Tarun Chugh on Thursday said that the Waqf (Amendment) Bill,2025, will bring transparency and accountability in the board and that opposition leaders are "misleading" the community. ... read..

Delhi HC advances hearing on P. Chidambaram's plea in INX media case

New Delhi | April 3, 2025 1:13:23 PM IST

The Delhi High Court has agreed to advance the hearing date for Congress senior leader and former Union Minister P. Chidambaram's plea. The plea challenges the trial court's decision to take cognizance of the Enforcement Directorate's chargesheet in the I ... read..

UP CM Yogi Adityanath pays tribute to Nishad King Guhya on birth anniversary in Prayagraj

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | April 3, 2025 1:13:20 PM IST

Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath participated in the birth anniversary celebrations of the Nishad King Guhya in Prayagraj on Thursday. ... read..

Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria flagged off foot march against drug menace

Chandigarh (Punjab) | April 3, 2025 1:13:15 PM IST

Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria on Thursday flagged off a foot march against the drug menace from Shri Kartarpur Sahib Corridor to Dera Baba Nanak. ... read..

Karnataka: Two held for allegedly sexually assaulting a woman in Bengaluru

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | April 3, 2025 1:13:13 PM IST

A woman was allegedly sexually assaulted by two men in Bengaluru, near Mahadevpur area on April 2, said an official on Thursday. ... read..

"Purely a political decision" Karantaka Minister Parameshwara on Waqf Amendment Bill

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | April 3, 2025 12:43:43 PM IST

Karnataka Congress Minister G Parameshwara on Thursday said that the decision to bring Waqf Ammedment Bill 2025, which was passed in the Lok Sabha a day ago was "purely political." ... read..

'It was a historic day': BJP MP Dinesh Sharma after Lok Sabha clears Waqf Amendment Bill

New Delhi | April 3, 2025 12:43:36 PM IST

BJP's Rajya Sabha MP Dinesh Sharma on Thursday called the passage of the Waqf bill in the Lok Sabha a 'historic day.' He also said that this will bring a new era for especially for Muslim brothers. ... read..

Tamil Nadu : BJP Chief K Annamalai calls DMK's Waqf Bill protest in the assembly "predictable misadventure"

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | April 3, 2025 12:43:33 PM IST

Tamil Nadu BJP Chief K. Annamalai on Thursday said the ruling party DMK protest in the state assembly today against the Waqf Bill, is a "predictable misadventure" aimed at appeasing the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK's) minority vote bank. ... read..

Transparency, accountability needed in Waqf: Shiv Sena leader Shaina NC

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 3, 2025 12:43:26 PM IST

With the Waqf Amendment Bill heading to Rajya Sabha after being cleared in the Lower House of Parliament amid strong objection from the opposition parties, Shiv Sena leader Shaina NC on Thursday accused them of spreading "false narratives", stating that t ... read..

President of Indian Sufi Foundation welcomes Waqf bill, appeals to Muslims to read it

Moradabad (Uttar Pradesh) | April 3, 2025 12:43:24 PM IST

The President of the Indian Sufi Foundation, Kashish Warsi, welcomed the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025, on Thursday and appealed to Muslims to read the bill. ... read..

"Great moment": Karnataka BJP President BY Vijayendra after Lok Sabha passes Waqf Amendment Bill

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | April 3, 2025 12:43:19 PM IST

Karnataka BJP President BY Vijayendra on Thursday welcomed the passage of Waqf Amendment Bill in the Lok Sabha terming it a "great moment" for the entire country. ... read..

No further felling of trees Kancha Gachibowli in Telangana, orders SC; hearing today

New Delhi | April 3, 2025 12:43:12 PM IST

The Supreme Court on Thursday ordered no further felling of trees in 400 acres of forest land in Kancha Gachibowli in Telangana until its further order. ... read..

"Everyone will benefit": Waqf Bill JPC Chairman Jagdambika Pal on passing of Bill in LS

New Delhi | April 3, 2025 12:43:10 PM IST

The Chairman of the Joint Parliamentary Committee for the Waqf Bill, Jagdambika Pal, on Thursday expressed his satisfaction over the passage of the Waqf Amendment Bill in the Lok Sabha, stating that the bill would benefit everyone. ... read..

'NDA is trying to divide this country': Congress MP Amarinder Singh on Waqf Bill

New Delhi | April 3, 2025 12:13:27 PM IST

Congress MP Amarinder Singh Raja Warring on Thursday accused the NDA government of attempting to divide the country and of sidelining a single community following the passage of the Waqf Amendment Bill in the Lok Sabha. ... read..

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