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PM Modi to visit Uttarakhand on Tuesday, will inaugurate Delhi-Dehradun Expressway

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | April 12, 2026 7:52:19 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Uttarakhand on Tuesday, marking his 27th visit to the state. Notably, this will be his 17th visit during the four-and-a-half-year tenure of Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami. ... read..

Speaker Om Birla mourns demise of legendary singer Asha Bhosle

New Delhi | April 12, 2026 7:52:12 PM IST

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Sunday expressed deep grief over the passing of the legendary playback singer, Padma Vibhushan Asha Bhosle. ... read..

"DMK unable to accept AIADMK's strength": EPS hits back at Udhayanidhi Stalin

Nagapattinam (Tamil Nadu) | April 12, 2026 7:52:10 PM IST

AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami (EPS) on Sunday hit back at Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin over his "slave" remarks. ... read..

Uttarakhand CM Dhami reviews preparedness ahead of PM Modi's Dehradun visit

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | April 12, 2026 7:22:35 PM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Sunday reviewed the ongoing arrangements at the Jaswant Singh Army Ground in Garhi Cantt ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's scheduled visit to the state capital on April 14 to inaugurate the Dehradun- ... read..

US-Iran talks not a failure but a beginning, says PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti

Pulwama (Jammu and Kashmir) | April 12, 2026 7:22:30 PM IST

People's Democratic Party (PDP) chief Mehbooba Mufti on Sunday said that the recent US-Iran talks should not be viewed as a failure but as the "beginning" of a longer diplomatic process, adding that such complex issues cannot be resolved overnight. ... read..

'Golden era of music has ended': Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann mourns Asha Bhosle's demise

Chandigarh (Punjab) | April 12, 2026 7:22:27 PM IST

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Sunday expressed deep grief over the demise of legendary singer and Padma Vibhushan Asha Bhosle, calling it an irreparable loss to the Indian music industry. ... read..

"Daughters will now sit in Parliament, make laws": Tarun Chugh hails Women's Reservation Bill

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) | April 12, 2026 7:22:25 PM IST

BJP National General Secretary Tarun Chugh on Sunday stated that with the Women's Reservation Bill, women will now sit in Parliament, make laws, and directly participate in running the country, calling it a "golden moment" for India's democracy. ... read..

Assam Rifles, DRI nab one in major anti-narcotics operation in Tripura, nets 16 crores worth of yaba tablets

Agartala (Tripura) | April 12, 2026 7:22:23 PM IST

In a significant blow to narcotics trafficking networks, Assam Rifles, in a joint operation with the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI), acting on specific intelligence inputs, apprehended one individual from the general area of Teliamura in Khowai ... read..

At Purba Medinipur rally, Adityanath says "anarchy, loot, hooliganism" in W Bengal like 2017 pre-BJP Govt in UP

Purba Medinipur (West Bengal) | April 12, 2026 7:22:17 PM IST

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday criticised the law and order situation under Trinamool Congress in West Bengal, alleging prevalence of "anarchy, hooliganism, looting, appeasement, and riots" in the State. ... read..

K T Rama Rao alleges 'loot-and-hide scheme', targets Telangana Congress govt over corruption claims

Hyderabad (Telangana) | April 12, 2026 6:52:46 PM IST

K T Rama Rao, working president of the Bharat Rashtra Samithi, on Sunday launched a sharp attack on the ruling Congress government in Telangana, alleging that it has institutionalised corruption through what he termed a "loot-and-hide scheme" across the s ... read..

Delhi: Fire in bushes near Rajghat Bus Depot, no casualties reported

New Delhi | April 12, 2026 6:52:44 PM IST

A fire broke out in bushes near the Rajghat Bus Depot in Delhi on Sunday, prompting a large-scale response from the Delhi Fire Service. ... read..

"End of an era in Indian music": Haryana CM Nayab Saini condoles demise of legendary singer Asha Bhosle

Chandigarh (Haryana) | April 12, 2026 6:52:39 PM IST

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Sunday expressed deep grief over the demise of legendary singer Asha Bhosle, calling it "extremely heartbreaking." ... read..

"Party of corruption and commissions": Piyush Goyal slams DMK govt ahead of polls

Pudukkottai (Tamil Nadu) | April 12, 2026 6:52:37 PM IST

Escalating his attack against the ruling DMK ahead of Tamil Nadu Assembly polls, Union Minister and state BJP election in-charge Piyush Goyal on Sunday accused the DMK government of "ruining" the state and labelled it a party of "corruption and commision" ... read..

Gorkha Janmukti Morcha chief calls for unity, urges support for BJP and allies in West Bengal polls 2026

Siliguri (West Bengal) | April 12, 2026 6:52:36 PM IST

Gorkha Janmukti Morcha (GJM) chief Bimal Gurung, on Sunday, called for unity among alliance partners and urged collective efforts to ensure victory of the Bharatiya Janata Party and its allies in the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections. ... read..

Chhattisgarh: PDS shops bring relief to remote Abujhmad area through tractor-delivered rations

Narayanpur (Chhattisgarh) | April 12, 2026 6:52:34 PM IST

The remote Abujhmad area of Chhattisgarh is witnessing a major transformation as tractor-delivered rations under the Public Distribution System (PDS) reach villages. PDS shops are now approved at the Gram Panchayat level, with nodal officers overseeing co ... read..

"BJP's one-point agenda to divide and rule": Netaji's grandnephew Chandra Kumar Bose after joining TMC

Kolkata (West Bengal) | April 12, 2026 6:52:31 PM IST

Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose's grandnephew, Chandra Kumar Bose, on Sunday slammed the BJP, accusing the party of "dividing communities for vote bank politics". ... read..

"EPS unable to name single welfare scheme from his tenure, horrified over losing minority votes": Kanimozhi NVN Somu

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | April 12, 2026 6:52:27 PM IST

DMK leader Kanimozhi NVN Somu on Sunday lauded Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin and his welfare initiatives while launching a sharp attack on AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami over his campaign remarks. ... read..

"Lost rare, priceless voice": BRS Working President KTR condoles demise of Padma Vibhushan Asha Bhosle

Hyderabad (Telangana) | April 12, 2026 6:22:28 PM IST

Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) Working President KT Rama Rao on Sunday expressed his deep sorrow over the passing of legendary playback singer and Padma Vibhushan awardee Asha Bhosle. The veteran vocalist, whose career spanned nearly eighty years, breathed ... read..

Madhya Pradesh: Massive fire breaks out at Sales Tax Office in Khandwa

Khandwa (Madhya Pradesh) | April 12, 2026 6:22:26 PM IST

A massive fire broke out at the Sales Tax Office building in the Khandwa district of Madhya Pradesh here on Sunday. ... read..

"No factual basis": CPM's Govindan on anti-incumbency claims over voter turnout increase

Thiruvananthapuram (Keralam) | April 12, 2026 6:22:24 PM IST

CPI(M) state secretary M. V. Govindan on Sunday alleged that claims made by sections of the media and political parties suggesting that increased voter turnout indicates anti-incumbency and a decisive victory for the United Democratic Front (UDF) have "no ... read..

Bihar Minister Lakhdendra Paswan says, Bengal election will " prove to be final nail in coffin for Mamata Banerjee"

Patna (Bihar) | April 12, 2026 6:22:22 PM IST

Bihar Minister Lakhdendra Paswan on Sunday exuded confidence in the BJP's victory in the upcoming West Bengal Assembly polls, stating that the election will "prove to be the final nail in the coffin" for West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. ... read..

Congress MP Charanjit Channi mourns Asha Bhosle's demise, calls her 'Koyal'

Bathinda (Punjab) | April 12, 2026 6:22:19 PM IST

Congress MP Charanjit Singh Channi on Sunday expressed sorrow on the demise of legendary singer Asha Bhosle. ... read..

"No one can fill this void": BJP's Anurag Thakur condoles Asha Bhosle's demise

Pune (Maharashtra) | April 12, 2026 6:22:13 PM IST

BJP MP Anurag Thakur expressed deep sorrow on the demise of legendary vocalist Asha Bhosle, highlighting her contribution in the music industry, stating that "no one else can fill this void". ... read..

Netaji's grandnephew Chandra Kumar Bose joins Trinamool Congress

Kolkata (West Bengal) | April 12, 2026 6:52:51 PM IST

Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose's grandnephew, Chandra Kumar Bose, joined Trinamool Congress ahead of the two-phased assembly elections in West Bengal, the first phase of which is scheduled to be held on April 23. ... read..

Review of POCO C85x 5G: The No-Frills Marathon Runner?

By Himank Tripathi New Delhi | April 12, 2026 5:52:12 PM IST

After spending some time with the POCO C85x 5G, it's clear where this phone sits in the grand scheme of things. It isn't trying to be a flagship killer; instead, it's a steady, reliable companion for those who prioritise staying connected over raw power. ... read..

"Queen of Melody": YSRCP President Jagan Reddy condoles legendary singer Asha Bhosle's demise

Amaravati (Andhra Pradesh) | April 12, 2026 5:52:10 PM IST

Former Andhra Pradesh CM and YSRCP President YS Jagan Mohan Reddy on Sunday mourned the passing of legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle, remembering her as the "Queen of Melody". ... read..

TN "first" in total GDP contribution: DMK cites Govt data to counter Piyush Goyal's "ineffective govt" charge

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | April 12, 2026 5:52:08 PM IST

DMK spokesperson TKS Elangovan on Sunday rejected Union Minister Piyush Goyal's claim that Chief Minister MK Stalin's administration has failed to utilise the state's economic potential and is marked by "ineffective" governance. ... read..

'Opposition cannot be threatened': BRS fires back at Seethakka over corruption row remarks

Hyderabad (Telangana) | April 12, 2026 5:22:50 PM IST

Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) leader Ravula Sridhar Reddy on Sunday strongly reacted to Telangana Minister Seethakka's alleged remarks against those making corruption allegations against her, terming the statement 'highly derogatory', 'irresponsible', and ... read..

"Long-standing demand of women is now certainly being fulfilled": Union Minister Annapurna Devi on Women's Reservation Bill

New Delhi | April 12, 2026 5:22:44 PM IST

Union Minister for Women and Child Development Annapurna Devi on Sunday highlighted the significance of the Women's Reservation Bill, stating that a special conference has been organised to mark the occasion and amplify women's participation across sector ... read..

Piyush Goyal condoles Asha Bhosle's demise, calls it a "big national loss"

Tiruchirappalli (Tamil Nadu) | April 12, 2026 5:22:42 PM IST

Union Minister Piyush Goyal on Sunday condoled the passing of legendary singer Asha Bhosle, describing her death as a significant loss to the nation. ... read..

BJP Hooghly District VP Suresh Shaw joins TMC ahead of West Bengal Assembly polls

Hooghly (West Bengal) | April 12, 2026 5:22:41 PM IST

Ahead of the West Bengal Assembly elections, Suresh Shaw, the former BJP Hooghly District Vice President, joined Trinamool Congress (TMC) on Sunday, accompanied by a dozen office bearers from Hooghly BJP. ... read..

Nitish Kumar calls Cabinet meet on April 14; resignation likely, Bihar may get new CM next day

Patna (Bihar) | April 12, 2026 5:22:26 PM IST

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is set to chair a crucial Cabinet meeting on Tuesday, April 14. ... read..

Shimla: CM Sukhu inaugurates state-level Haroli Festival 2026

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | April 12, 2026 4:52:43 PM IST

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Saturday formally inaugurated the State-Level Haroli Festival-2026 at Haroli in Una district. ... read..

"Let people choose first": West Bengal BJP President on party's CM face

Kolkata (West Bengal) | April 12, 2026 4:52:32 PM IST

West Bengal BJP President Samik Bhattacharya reiterated the party's policy of fighting the assembly elections without a Chief Minister face and deciding on it after reviewing the mandate of the people. ... read..

"No place for NDA in Tamil Nadu, Dravidian Model 2.0 will continue": IP Senthil Kumar

Dindigul (Tamil Nadu) | April 12, 2026 4:52:23 PM IST

DMK's Dindigul constituency candidate IP Senthil Kumar on Sunday expressed confidence in the party's prospects in the region, asserting that the ground situation was favourable for the ruling party and crediting the Chief Minister's welfare schemes for a ... read..

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge condoles demise of legendary Asha Bhosle

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | April 12, 2026 4:52:21 PM IST

Congress National President Mallikarjun Kharge condoled the demise of the iconic artist and veteran singer Asha Bhosle, who passed on Monday, leaving behind a legacy that shaped the soundscape of Indian cinema and music for over eight decades. ... read..

Bengal polls: BJP's Dilip Ghosh hopes for Kharagpur Sadar return; tight contest expected as TMC fields Pradip Sarkar in railway town

Paschim Medinipur (West Bengal) | April 12, 2026 4:22:14 PM IST

West Bengal's Kharagpur Sadar Assembly constituency is looking at a battle of a familiar faces, with Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Dilip Ghosh seeking to repeat his 2016 performance as he faces off with Trinamool Congress' Pradip Sarkar, who is hims ... read..

"DMK will certainly be uprooted by this NDA alliance": BJP President Nitin Nabin

Virudhunagar (Tamil Nadu) | April 12, 2026 4:22:10 PM IST

BJP national president Nitin Nabin on Sunday expressed confidence that the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) led by All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) in Tamil Nadu will defeat the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) government in the u ... read..

Tejashwi Yadav expresses condolences on demise of legendary singer Asha Bhosle

Patna (Bihar) | April 12, 2026 4:22:07 PM IST

RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav on Sunday expressed deep sorrow and paid tribute to the iconic artist and veteran singer Asha Bhosle on the demise of legendary singer Asha Bhosle. ... read..

Asha Bhosle's demise an "irreparable loss to Indian music": Delhi LG Sandhu

New Delhi | April 12, 2026 3:52:37 PM IST

Delhi Lieutenant Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu on Sunday expressed grief over the demise of legendary singer Asha Bhosle, calling her passing a deep personal and national loss to the world of music. ... read..

"TMC committed only nefarious acts rather than actual work...": PM Modi attacks Oppn in Siliguri

Siliguri (West Bengal) | April 12, 2026 3:52:35 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday brutally attacked the Trinamool Congress (TMC), saying that it has not actually worked but only committed nefarious acts in the last 15 years and ruined West Bengal. ... read..

A voice for the hills: Trishakti Corps launches Sikkim's first border village community radio in East Sikkim

Gangtok (Sikkim) | April 12, 2026 3:52:26 PM IST

The Indian Army has established 88.4 FM Radio Sikkim Sundari, Sikkim's first Border Village Community Radio Station in East Sikkim, to improve communication and information access in remote high-altitude border areas. ... read..

45-year-old brain-dead woman saves lives through organ donation

New Delhi | April 12, 2026 3:52:23 PM IST

The family of a 45-year-old woman, who was declared brain-dead due to a cerebral haemorrhage, made a noble decision to donate her organs, offering a new lease of life to multiple patients. ... read..

"Those opposing Vande Mataram should leave country": UP CM Yogi Adityanath at Bengal rally, attacks TMC over polarisation

Purba Medinipur (West Bengal) | April 12, 2026 3:52:21 PM IST

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday made strong political remarks during a Vijay Sankalp Rally in Nandakumar, saying "those opposing Vande Mataram should leave the country", while launching a sharp attack on the West Bengal government o ... read..

"She was one of jewels of India": Piyush Goyal on demise of legendary singer Asha Bhosle

Madurai (Tamil Nadu) | April 12, 2026 3:22:05 PM IST

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Sunday expressed grief over the demise of legendary singer Asha Bhosle, calling her "one of the jewels of India" and lauding her immense contribution to art and culture. ... read..

Deputy Election Commissioner chairs poll preparedness meet in Tiruchirappalli ahead of Tamil Nadu elections

Tiruchirappalli (Tamil Nadu) | April 12, 2026 3:22:03 PM IST

Deputy Election Commissioner Bhanu Prakash Yeturu on Sunday chaired a high-level meeting in Tiruchirappalli to review poll preparedness ahead of the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. ... read..

"Is justice now selective?": VHRP's Yamuna Pathak slams global silence over attacks on Hindu communities in Bangladesh

Hyderabad (Telangana) | April 12, 2026 3:21:59 PM IST

National Mahila President of Vishva Hindu Raksha Parishad (VHRP) Yamuna Pathak on Sunday strongly condemned the recent surge of targeted violence against the Hindu minority in Bangladesh. ... read..

"Asha Bhosle will be cremated with full state honours": Maharashtra Minister Shelar

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 12, 2026 3:21:57 PM IST

Maharashtra Minister Ashish Shelar on Sunday announced that legendary singer Asha Bhosle will be cremated with full state honours following her demise at the age of 92. ... read..

"Modi Govt wants to put caste census in cold storage...": Congress' Jairam Ramesh

New India | April 12, 2026 3:21:53 PM IST

Congress General Secretary Jairam Ramesh on Sunday hit out at the Narendra Modi government for allegedly trying to put the caste-based census in cold storage. ... read..

"People are protesting and chasing them away": BJP's Narayanan Thirupathy targets DMK ahead of TN polls

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | April 12, 2026 3:21:51 PM IST

Tamil Nadu BJP chief spokesperson Narayanan Thirupathy on Sunday attacked the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) government, alleging deterioration in law and order, rising crimes against women, and lack of industrial and economic growth in the state. ... read..

EC and West Bengal govt made common voters worst casualties of SIR: Congress' Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury

Murshidabad (West Bengal) | April 12, 2026 3:21:49 PM IST

Senior Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury on Sunday launched a sharp attack on the Election Commission and the West Bengal government, alleging that their 'abundant' and 'miserable' failure in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise has made the ... read..

"Huge loss to music world": Union Minister Nitin Gadkari mourns Asha Bhosle's demise

Nagpur (Maharashtra) | April 12, 2026 2:52:24 PM IST

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari on Sunday expressed grief over the demise of legendary singer Asha Bhosle, saying her passing is a " huge loss to the music world and to her family." ... read..

Telangana Intermediate Public Examinations results declared, overall pass percentage stands at 71%

Hyderabad (Telangana) | April 12, 2026 2:52:22 PM IST

The Telangana State Board of Intermediate Education (TGBIE) on Sunday announced the results of the 1st and 2nd year Intermediate Public Examinations (IPE). At least 9.97 lakh students appeared for the examinations at 1495 Examination Centres. ... read..

NCB busts India-Myanmar drug trafficking network, arrests key supplier

Guwahati (Assam) | April 12, 2026 2:52:20 PM IST

The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) has achieved a significant breakthrough in its ongoing crackdown on cross-border drug trafficking along the India-Myanmar border with the arrest of a major Myanmar-based drug trafficker, Lalhmingsanga. ... read..

"Big loss for Maharashtra and country": Maharashtra Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule on Asha Bhosale's demise

Nagpur (Maharashtra) | April 12, 2026 2:52:15 PM IST

Maharashtra Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule on Sunday expressed grief over the passing of legendary playback singer Asha Bhosale, saying that the loss of such a voice is a loss for Maharashtra and the country as a whole. ... read..

"Conspiracy orchestrated by TMC": WB BJP President on Mamata Banerjee's allegation of deleted Hindu voter rolls

Kolkata (West Bengal) | April 12, 2026 2:52:12 PM IST

West Bengal BJP President Samik Bhattacharya on Sunday launched a sharp attack on the Trinamool Congress (TMC) and party supremo Mamata Banerjee, alleging that the deletion of Hindu voters from electoral rolls in certain areas was part of a "conspiracy or ... read..

"TMC Govt allocated Rs 6,000 cr for Madrasas, but insufficient funds for entire North Bengal": PM Modi in Siliguri

Siliguri (West Bengal) | April 12, 2026 2:52:10 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday strongly criticised the Trinamool Congress (TMC) government, alleging that it had earmarked around Rs 6,000 crore for Madrasas while neglecting sufficient funding for the development of North Bengal. ... read..

"Will remain immortal forever through her countless melodious songs": Arvind Kejriwal condoles demise of Asha Bhosle

New Delhi | April 12, 2026 2:52:08 PM IST

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday expressed grief over the demise of legendary singer Asha Bhosle, saying her passing is an "irreplaceable loss" for the country and a major setback for the world of music. ... read..

Vaathi coming?: Vijay faces uphill battle against incumbent DMK MLAs in Perambur, Trichy East

Perambur (Tamil Nadu) | April 12, 2026 2:52:06 PM IST

The stage is set for a star versus political heavyweight contest in Tamil Nadu's Perambur Assembly constituency, where Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay is making his electoral debut against sitting Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) MLA RD Shekar. ... read..

"Asha Tai's voice was soul of music": Maharashtra CM Fadnavis mourns demise of legendary singer

Nagpur (Maharashtra) | April 12, 2026 2:52:03 PM IST

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Sunday expressed deep grief over the demise of legendary singer Asha Bhosle, calling her one of the most versatile artists in Indian music and describing her death as a major loss for the country and the wor ... read..

"Big loss for Maharashtra and country": Maharashtra Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule on Asha Bhosle's demise

Nagpur (Maharashtra) | April 12, 2026 2:51:59 PM IST

Maharashtra Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule on Sunday expressed grief over the passing of legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle, saying that the loss of such a voice is a loss for Maharashtra and the country as a whole. ... read..

Tamil Nadu polls: Bodinayakanur set for triangular contest, O Panneerselvam seeks re-election

Theni (Tamil Nadu) | April 12, 2026 2:22:18 PM IST

Bodinayakanur is a key Assembly constituency in Tamil Nadu's Theni district, which is set for a closely contested triangular fight, with DMK's O Panneerselvam facing AIADMK's VT Narayanasamy and TVK's S Prakash in a high-stakes battle. ... read..

Powering progress: First coal rake from Gare-Palma reaches Nagpur, securing Maharashtra's energy future

Nagpur (Maharashtra) | April 12, 2026 2:22:16 PM IST

In a landmark development for Maharashtra's energy sector, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced on Sunday that the first coal rake from the Gare-Palma Sector 2 mine has officially arrived at the Koradi Thermal Power Station. ... read..

"Utter neglect and decay": Piyush Goyal slams DMK rule, promises "corruption-free" future for Madurai

Madurai (Tamil Nadu) | April 12, 2026 2:22:14 PM IST

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal launched a scathing attack on the DMK-led Tamil Nadu government on Sunday, accusing Chief Minister MK Stalin's administration of stifling the state's economic potential through "ineffective" governance and ... read..

Bengal has resolved for change: Delhi CM Rekha Gupta vows Ayushman Bharat, 7th Pay Commission, and 'White Paper' on TMC scams

Hooghly (West Bengal) | April 12, 2026 2:22:11 PM IST

Addressing a massive rally at the Beenepukur field, Delhi Chief Minister and senior BJP leader Rekha Gupta launched a scathing offensive against the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC), labelling the sea of supporters as a "symbol of decisive public outrage" ... read..

"Only saffron wave is in West Bengal": BJP's Saumitra Khan ahead of state assembly polls

Durgapur (West Bengal) | April 12, 2026 1:52:40 PM IST

BJP MP Saumitra Khan on Sunday claimed that a strong "saffron wave" is sweeping across West Bengal ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections, expressing confidence in his party's prospects in the state. ... read..

"Why did we waste 30 months?": RJD MP Manoj Jha slams Centre on 'special sitting' on Women's Reservation Bill discussions

New Delhi | April 12, 2026 1:52:36 PM IST

Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) MP Manoj Jha on Sunday questioned the delay in the implementation of Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, 2023. ... read..

People will never accept Udhayanidhi as CM: Piyush Goyal says it's time for DMK to "go for good"

Madurai (Tamil Nadu) | April 12, 2026 1:52:33 PM IST

With Tamil Nadu elections less than two weeks away, the war of words between the DMK and the BJP has intensified with Union Minister and BJP's Tamil Nadu election in-charge, Piyush Goyal, claiming that Udhayanidhi Stalin will never be accepted as the Chie ... read..

ED summons Howrah Joint Commissioner Gaurav Lal, alleged land mafia Joy Kamdar tomorrow in 'Sona Pappu' Case; TMC links under scanner

Kolkata (West Bengal) | April 12, 2026 1:52:31 PM IST

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has intensified its probe in the high-profile 'Sona Pappu' case by issuing summons to two individuals for questioning in connection with the investigation. ... read..

"Change will happen in West Bengal": Yogi Adityanath says state pushed towards poverty by Congress, Left and TMC

Bankura (West Bengal) | April 12, 2026 1:52:27 PM IST

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday said that West Bengal is moving forward on a path of change, while addressing a public meeting at Sonamukhi in the state ahead of the assembly elections. ... read..

"BJP will expose TMC syndicate in West Bengal": Bihar Minister Ram Kripal Yadav

New Delhi | April 12, 2026 1:22:14 PM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Ram Kripal Yadav on Sunday claimed that the Trinamool Congress (TMC) is resorting to "conspiracies and misinformation" in West Bengal as it faces electoral defeat, while asserting that the "BJP will expose alleged syndi ... read..

West Bengal: Malda on high alert ahead of Phase 1 polls; 24x7 Naka checks, flying squads intensify vigil

By Rajnish Singh Malda (West Bengal) | April 12, 2026 1:22:11 PM IST

With the first phase of the West Bengal Assembly elections scheduled for April 23 approaching, authorities in Malda district have ramped up surveillance measures, deploying Static Surveillance Teams (SST) and establishing multiple naka check-posts across ... read..

57-day Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra to begin from July 3, window for advance registration opens on April 15

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) | April 12, 2026 1:22:09 PM IST

The echoes of "Bam Bam Bhole" are set to resonate through the Kashmir Himalayas once again. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, who also serves as the Chairman of the Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Board (SASB), officially announced today that the annual pilgrimage ... read..

"EPS subservient to Centre, AIADMK-led NDA alliance a slave team": Udhayanidhi Stalin

Thiruvarur (Tamil Nadu) | April 12, 2026 1:22:06 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister and DMK Youth Wing Secretary Udhayanidhi Stalin on Sunday kicked off his election campaign in the Mannargudi Assembly constituency of Thiruvarur district, canvassing support for party candidate TRB Rajaa. ... read..

DMRC launches mid-life refurbishment of Blue Line trains to enhance safety and passenger experience

New Delhi | April 12, 2026 1:22:02 PM IST

The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has undertaken a comprehensive mid-life refurbishment (retrofit) initiative for its Blue Line trains to enhance passenger safety, comfort, and overall travel experience. ... read..

Amid speculation over next Chief Minister, Bihar Dy CM Samrat Choudhary visits Nitish Kumar at Patna

Patna (Bihar) | April 12, 2026 12:52:00 PM IST

Amid speculation over the next Chief Minister, Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary on Sunday visited Nitish Kumar's residence in Patna, while the people of the state wait for an announcement over their new leader. ... read..

"Even if Nitish Kumar is not CM, his focus remains on Bihar": JDU's Sanjay Kumar Jha

Patna (Bihar) | April 12, 2026 12:51:58 PM IST

Janata Dal (United) working president and Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Kumar Jha on Sunday asserted that the Chief Minister of Bihar, Nitish Kumar, continues to remain deeply committed to the state's development, even if he is not serving in that position. ... read..

Kolathur Assembly: Can MK Stalin hold his bastion in three-way fight in Tamil Nadu elections?

Kolathur (Tamil Nadu) | April 12, 2026 12:51:56 PM IST

The Kolathur Assembly constituency has transformed into one of Tamil Nadu's most politically symbolic battlegrounds, and as the 2026 elections approach, all eyes are once again on MK Stalin--a leader who has not only represented the seat for three consecu ... read..

Tamil Nadu polls: PM Modi to interact with party workers in 'Mera Booth Sabse Mazboot Samvad' on April 13

New Delhi | April 12, 2026 12:22:23 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) workers in Tamil Nadu have exposed the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) and have unveiled the vision of the National Democratic Alliance. ... read..

Mamata Banerjee gone crazy as TMC's infiltrator-backed poll strategy failed: BJP's Dilip Ghosh

West Medinipur (West Bengal) | April 12, 2026 12:22:21 PM IST

BJP leader and candidate from Kharagpur Sadar Assembly constituency, Dilip Ghosh, on Sunday launched a sharp attack on West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, alleging that the Trinamool Congress (TMC) attempts to win elections through "infiltrators" ... read..

Death toll rises to 12 as search continues in Mathura boat tragedy

Mathura (Uttar Pradesh) | April 12, 2026 12:22:20 PM IST

The death toll increased to 12 in the Mathura boat capsize tragedy that occurred on Friday after one more body was recovered near Chamunda Ghat on Sunday, while extensive search and rescue operations continued along the Yamuna River in Vrindavan, Mathura ... read..

Trinamool expels Purulia Mahila Congress chief Minu Bauri ahead of West Bengal polls

Kolkata (West Bengal) | April 12, 2026 12:22:16 PM IST

The All India Trinamool Congress (AITC) on Sunday expelled Minu Bauri, who had recently been appointed as the President of the Purulia District Trinamool Mahila Congress, with immediate effect. ... read..

Upcoming polls a fight between Tamil Nadu, Delhi; TVK simply B team of BJP: DMK's Anna Nagar candidate

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | April 12, 2026 12:22:14 PM IST

As the political heat in Tamil Nadu continues to increase with the elections less than two weeks away, Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) Anna Nagar candidate, N Chitarasu, has pitched that the polls are a fight between Tamil Nadu and Delhi, with no effectiv ... read..

"Moment above any one party or individual...": PM Modi urges Floor Leaders of all parties to support Women's Reservation Bill

New Delhi | April 12, 2026 12:22:10 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday wrote a letter to Floor Leaders of all parties in the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha requesting them for their support in the implementation of the Women's Reservation Bill, saying that this moment stands above any party ... read..

"We are forming government in ADC": BJP candidate Bipin Debbarma casts his vote in TTAADC polls

Agartala (Tripura) | April 12, 2026 11:52:23 AM IST

BJP candidate Bipin Debbarma on Sunday expressed confidence that his party will form the government in the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC) elections 2026 after casting his vote in the ongoing polls. ... read..

Shimla Police crackdown: 9.28 kg opium seized, 3 Nepal nationals arrested

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | April 12, 2026 11:52:22 AM IST

In a major anti-narcotics operation, Shimla district police arrested three persons and recovered 9.28 kilograms of opium along with Rs 12 lakh in cash during a naka operation in the Narkanda area. ... read..

Tamil Nadu: TVK General Secretary Aadhav Arjuna slams DMK over drugs circulation, increased liquor sales

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | April 12, 2026 11:52:18 AM IST

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam's (TVK) General Secretary of Election Campaign Management, Aadhav Arjuna, on Sunday criticised the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK), saying that it has turned Tamil Nadu into another Punjab, struggling with drug and liquor problems ... read..

Tamil Nadu polls: TVK's Vijay set to campaign in Kanniyakumari today

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | April 12, 2026 11:52:15 AM IST

Tamilaga Vettri Khagham (TVK) chief Vijay on Sunday is set to campaign in Kanniyakumari. ... read..

Bihar Governor, DGP participates in 'Raftaar-e-Sukoon' marathon for senior citizens

Patna (Bihar) | April 12, 2026 11:22:42 AM IST

Bihar Governor Lt Gen Syed Ata Hasnain (Retd) and state Director General of Police (DGP) Vinay Kumar on Sunday participated in the 'Raftaar-e-Sukoon' marathon organised for senior citizens. ... read..

Tamil Nadu Assembly polls: KN Nehru holds roadshow, door-to-door campaign in Tiruchirappalli

Tiruchirappalli (Tamil Nadu) | April 12, 2026 11:22:39 AM IST

Tamil Nadu State Minister and Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) Principal Secretary KN Nehru on Sunday held a massive roadshow and door-to-door outreach as part of his election campaign in the Trichy West Assembly constituency. ... read..

'Teams working diligently after snowfall': BKTC member confirms preparation for Char Dham Yatra underway

Kedarnath (Uttarakhand) | April 12, 2026 11:22:34 AM IST

A member of the Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee (BKTC), Vineet Chandra Posti, on Sunday said that weather conditions in Kedarnath have improved following continuous snowfall, enabling authorities to accelerate preparations for the upcoming Char Dham ... read..

Iran-US talks failure in Islamabad "unfortunate": Congress leader Udit Raj

New Delhi | April 12, 2026 11:22:32 AM IST

Following the stalemate in peace talks between Iran and the US in Islamabad, Congress leader Udit Raj on Saturday said the breakdown of dialogue could have serious global consequences, calling the development "unfortunate". ... read..

TTAADC Election: Around 21.5% voter turnout recorded till 9 am, women marginally ahead of men

Agartala (Tripura) | April 12, 2026 11:22:30 AM IST

The overall voter turnout in the ongoing General Election of the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC) 2026 stood at around 21.5 per cent till 9 am, according to official polling data. ... read..

"Nishant Kumar as future CM": JDU workers put up posters in Patna

Patna (Bihar) | April 12, 2026 11:22:27 AM IST

Janata Dal (United) workers on Sunday put up posters around Patna calling for Nitish Kumar's son, Nishant Kumar, to be the "future CM of Bihar". ... read..

Madhya Pradesh: 3 killed, 1 injured after road accident in Dewas

Dewas (Madhya Pradesh) | April 12, 2026 10:52:40 AM IST

Three people died, and one was seriously injured after their car met with an accident near Nevri Fata in Dewas on Sunday. ... read..

"Hurrying implementation rather than truly empower women": Kharge writes to PM Modi, seeks all-party meeting on Women's Reservation bill

New Delhi | April 12, 2026 10:52:39 AM IST

Congress president and Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Sunday, urging the government to convene an all-party meeting to discuss proposed constitutional amendments linked to the Women's R ... read..

Pune: Sunetra Pawar visits Ajit Pawar's memorial in Baramati ahead of assembly bypoll campaign

Baramati (Maharashtra) | April 12, 2026 10:52:37 AM IST

Ahead of the upcoming Assembly by-election campaign for the Baramati constituency, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar on Sunday visited the memorial of the former chief of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), Ajit Pawar, in Baramati and offe ... read..

"Truth is BJP entering Tamil Nadu wearing AIADMK's mask": Stalin campaigns in Paramakudi

Paramakudi (Tamil Nadu) | April 12, 2026 10:52:35 AM IST

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Sunday interacted with the public while on a morning walk as part of his campaign in the Paramakudi area, under the Kolathur constituency. ... read..

BJP issues three-line whip for MPs ahead of special Parliament session from April 16-18

New Delhi | April 12, 2026 10:52:28 AM IST

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Sunday issued a three-line whip to all its Members of Parliament in the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, directing them to remain present in the House from April 16 to 18 during the upcoming Parliament session, making attenda ... read..

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