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"Buddha inspires us to tread on the path of peace, tolerance and mutual harmony,": President Droupadi Murmu

New Delhi | May 1, 2026 9:23:37 AM IST

President Droupadi Murmu on Friday extended greetings on the occasion of Buddha Purnima, saying Buddha's teachings of compassion, peace and non-violence continue to guide humanity and inspire harmony in today's challenging world. ... read..

Uttar Pradesh: Electric Department Junior Engineer climbs telephone tower over suspension in Prayagraj

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) | May 1, 2026 9:23:35 AM IST

Junior Engineer (JE) Abhay Kumar of Prayagraj on Thursday climbed a mobile tower demanding the revocation of his suspension. His actions were spurred by the death of linemen linked to the malfunction of the 11KV Chhibaiya feeder. ... read..

MP: Death toll rises to nine in Jabalpur cruise ship capsize tragedy

Jabalpur (Madhya Pradesh) | May 1, 2026 9:23:33 AM IST

The death toll in the cruise boat capsizing incident at Bargi Dam in Jabalpur has climbed to nine, a day after the mishap, even as search and rescue operations continue to locate the missing. ... read..

Support for Women's Reservation Bill, but demand SC, ST, OBC quota: SP leader ST Hasan

Moradabad (Uttar Pradesh) | May 1, 2026 9:23:31 AM IST

Samajwadi Party (SP) leader ST Hasan said that the opposition, including his party, supports the Women's Reservation Bill but demanded that it include provisions for Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), and Other Backward Classes (OBC) communitie ... read..

J-K: CRPF tightens security on NH-44 for biannual 'Darbar move' and 'Amarnath yatra'

Ramban (Jammu and Kashmir) | May 1, 2026 9:23:27 AM IST

In the wake of the biannual Darbar Move -the annual shifting of employees and records of the Secretariat from Jammu to Srinagar, the CRPF 84 Battalion has tightened the security arrangements at the highest level on the National Highway(NH44). ... read..

West Bengal elections: BJP workers block TMC vehicle in Bhabanipur, allege foul play

Kolkata (West Bengal) | May 1, 2026 9:23:25 AM IST

Tensions flared in the Bhabanipur assembly constituency on Thursday as Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) workers blocked the movement of a Trinamool Congress (TMC) vehicle, alleging that it was carrying suspicious items. ... read..

CM Fadnavis pays tribute to those who sacrificed their lives for Samyukta Maharashtra Movement

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | May 1, 2026 9:23:22 AM IST

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday paid tribute to those who sacrificed their lives for the Samyukta Maharashtra Movement at the Hutatma Chowk in Mumbai, on the state's 66th foundation day. ... read..

"On the 4th you will receive good news": MK Stalin confident of return to power ahead of poll results

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | May 1, 2026 9:23:18 AM IST

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister on Friday M K Stalin, expressed strong confidence in a favourable electoral outcome on May 4, attributing it to party workers' efforts, while addressing a May Day event in Chennai. ... read..

TMC's helpers coming to fore: Nishikant Dubey flags Bangladesh's MP's "dangerous" remarks over illegal immigration in West Bengal

New Delhi | May 1, 2026 9:23:16 AM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party MP Nishikant Dubey launched a sharp attack on Trinamool Congress on illegal infiltration, stressing that the party's "helpers are slowly coming down to the fore." ... read..

Uttarakhand CM Dhami extends wishes on Buddha Purnima

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | May 1, 2026 9:23:13 AM IST

On the auspicious occasion of Buddha Purnima, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Friday extended his greetings to all residents of the state. ... read..

Sacred day inspires to walk on path of peace, compassion and goodwill: PM Modi extends greetings on Buddha Purnima

New Delhi | May 1, 2026 8:53:36 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday wished on the occasion of Buddha Purnima, asserting that the occasion inspires to walk on path of peace, compassion, and goodwill. ... read..

MP: Death toll rises to six in Jabalpur cruise boat capsize incident

Jabalpur (Madhya Pradesh) | May 1, 2026 8:53:33 AM IST

The death toll in the cruise boat capsizing incident at Bargi Dam in Jabalpur has risen to six, a day after the mishap occurred, even as search and rescue operations continue at the site. ... read..

Punjab & Haryana HC suspends sentence of gangster Anil Chippi after 14 years in custody

Chandigarh | May 1, 2026 8:53:31 AM IST

The Punjab and Haryana High Court on Wednesday suspended the sentence of gangster Anil Chippi, in a murder case registered at Police Station Sampla, District Rohtak, Haryana, citing the unusually long custody of over 14 years and the slim prospect of his ... read..

Statutory process in place to segregate postal ballots; EVM strong rooms sealed: DEO Smita Pandey

Kolkata (West Bengal) | May 1, 2026 8:53:29 AM IST

North Kolkata District Election Officer (DEO) Smita Pandey detailed the statutory process being followed for handling postal ballots, emphasising that strict procedures are in place to ensure proper segregation and security in line with election norms. ... read..

President Murmu, PM Modi extend greetings on Maharashtra formation day

New Delhi | May 1, 2026 8:53:24 AM IST

President Droupadi Murmu on Friday extended greetings to the people of Maharashtra on the state's foundation day, highlighting the state's legacy of social reform and its continued contribution to the nation's progress. ... read..

Himachal: Action recommended against Solan SDM in alleged benami land deal case

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | May 1, 2026 7:22:50 AM IST

Disciplinary and vigilance action has been recommended against Solan SDM Poonam Bansal, following findings of alleged financial irregularities and conflict of interest in land transactions. ... read..

Calcutta HC rejects TMC plea against ECI order over Central staff deployment on vote counting day

Kolkata (West Bengal) | May 1, 2026 6:23:28 AM IST

The Calcutta High Court on Thursday rejected a TMC plea challenging the Election Commission of India's directive to deploy central government and PSU employees for vote counting in the West Bengal Assembly polls. ... read..

"TMC is certainly wiped out of West Bengal, Mamata is now ex-CM": BJP MP Saumitra Khan

Kolkata (West Bengal) | May 1, 2026 5:53:36 AM IST

As TMC leaders held a sit-in protest on Thursday in front of the strong room outside Netaji Indoor Stadium in Kolkata, BJP MP Saumitra Khan said that drama by the ruling party here will continue till the counting day. ... read..

No CCTV was turned off, counting will be 100% neat: West Bengal CEO rejects TMC's claim

Kolkata (West bengal) | May 1, 2026 5:23:19 AM IST

West Bengal Chief Electoral Officer Manoj Kumar Agarwal on Thursday reiterated that EVMs strong rooms are "safe and secure" in response to TMC allegations that there was tampering with EVMs, asserting that there is no "controversy" in the incident. ... read..

"Not an exact poll": AIMIM's Waris Pathan rejects pollsters' prediction on Bengal elections

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | May 1, 2026 5:23:18 AM IST

AIMIM leader Waris Pathan on Thursday said exit polls are not "exact polls" and that people should wait for the counting day, as it will bring the real picture. ... read..

Telangana: Fire breaks out at scrap shop in Hyderabad, dousing operations underway

Hyderabad (Telangana) | May 1, 2026 4:53:35 AM IST

A fire broke out at a scrap shop at Bahadurpura Cross Road here, officials said. ... read..

If BJP govt is formed in West Bengal, it will work in interest of Hindus: VHP's Milind Parande

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | May 1, 2026 3:53:34 AM IST

The Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) on Thursday said that the formation of a BJP government in West Bengal would be "important" and could help address issues related to internal security and demographic changes. ... read..

Opposition has habit of blocking women's progress: Tripura CM Saha

Agartala (Tripura) | May 1, 2026 3:53:32 AM IST

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Thursday said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is working sincerely for the development of women in all fields, and the issue of women's protection is one of them. ... read..

Sushasan Tihar 2026: Good Governance Festival in Chhattisgarh begins on Friday; statewide campaign from May 1 to June 10

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) | May 1, 2026 3:53:31 AM IST

In order to ensure swift and effective resolution of public grievances, the Chhattisgarh Government is launching the Sushasan Tihar Good Governance Festival 2026 from May 1, which will continue across the state until June 10. Large-scale grievance redres ... read..

"It was very windy, boat was shaking": Eyewitnesses recall Jabalpur cruise tragedy

Jabalpur (Madhya Pradesh) | May 1, 2026 3:23:30 AM IST

Search and rescue operations are underway at Bargi Dam in Jabalpur after a cruise boat capsized on Thursday, leaving four people dead, officials said. ... read..

"Speak only Marathi": Raj Thackeray pushes language assertion, slams divisive attempts

Pune (Maharashtra) | May 1, 2026 2:53:16 AM IST

Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray on Thursday urged Maharashtra people to be more "assertive" about the Marathi language, alleging that there have been "deliberate attempts" to prevent Marathi-speaking people from uniting. ... read..

ECI officials reject Trinamool Congress allegations about "opening of ballot boxes" in Bengal constituency: TMC, BJP exchange barbs

Kolkata (West Bengal) | May 1, 2026 2:53:14 AM IST

Political temperature rose again in Kolkata, a day after the conclusion of second and final phase of polling for assembly polls as Trinamool Congress alleged "opening of ballot boxes without the presence of any relevant party stakeholders" and party leade ... read..

UPI completes 10 years; emerges as world's largest real-time payments platform, anchoring India's digital economy

New Delhi | May 1, 2026 2:53:07 AM IST

The Unified Payments Interface (UPI), launched on April 11, 2016 by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) under the regulatory oversight of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), has emerged as the backbone of India's digital payments ecosystem and ... read..

Govt lowers export duties on diesel, ATF; keeps excise duty on petrol unchanged

New Delhi | May 1, 2026 2:53:06 AM IST

The Centre has revised export duties on diesel and aviation turbine fuel (ATF) for the next fortnight beginning May 1, while petrol export duty continues to remain nil, the Finance Ministry said on Thursday. ... read..

"At times exit polls give contradictory results": CPI (M) General Secretary MA Baby

Thiruvananthapuram (Keralam) | May 1, 2026 1:53:14 AM IST

CPI(M) General Secretary MA Baby on Thursday said the exit polls at times give "contradictory results" after pollsters projected LDF defeat in Keralam Assembly elections. ... read..

Shoolini university scientists secure Rs 84 lakh grants for food innovation research

Solan (Himachal Pradesh) | May 1, 2026 1:53:13 AM IST

Shoolini University has secured over Rs 84 lakh in competitive national research grants to develop sustainable food solutions by converting industrial and agricultural waste into value-added nutritional products, officials said. ... read..

"They remember Purvanchalis only for votes": AAP slams BJP over Jaffarpur shooting incident

New Delhi | May 1, 2026 1:53:08 AM IST

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Thursday held the BJP's politics of "hatred" responsible for the shooting of a youth in Delhi's Jaffarpur, stating he was targeted for being from Bihar. ... read..

"Will fight to the death if EVMs or counting are tampered": Mamata Banerjee

Kolkata (West Bengal) | May 1, 2026 1:53:06 AM IST

With two days left for counting of Assembly polls, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee visited the Bhabanipur strong room in Kolkata late Thursday night and said that her party will prevent all attempts, if made, to tamper with electronic voting ma ... read..

Advisory to be issued to ensure fire safety systems in buildings are functional: Ghaziabad DM

Ghaziabad (Uttar Pradesh) | May 1, 2026 1:53:04 AM IST

Following a massive fire at Gaur Green Avenue in Abhay Khand society, Indirapuram, Ghaziabad district administration on Thursday said it will conduct a detailed safety survey of high-rise buildings across the city within a week, after which corrective mea ... read..

Direct train service between Jammu and Kashmir set to enhance ease of travel: Jitendra Singh

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) | April 30, 2026 6:23:43 PM IST

Union Minister Jitendra Singh said on Thursday that the commencement of the augmented 20-coach Jammu-Srinagar Vande Bharat Express marks a landmark achievement in the ongoing efforts to transform rail connectivity in the Union Territory of Jammu & Kas ... read..

"Will carry forward ideals of Shivaji Maharaj, Babasaheb Ambedkar...": Prahar Janshakti Party founder Bacchu Kadu

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 30, 2026 5:53:27 PM IST

Prahar Janshakti Party founder Bacchu Kadu on Thursday said that the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena will carry forward the ideas of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, Babasaheb Ambedkar, Mahatma Jyotirao Phule, and Ahilyabai Holkar. ... read..

Delhi Police dismantles leadership of Mewat-based burglary gang

New Delhi | April 30, 2026 5:53:23 PM IST

The Delhi Police Crime Branch has dismantled the leadership of a notorious Mewat-based burglary gang with the arrest of its elusive kingpin, Arman (26). The high-stakes operation ended a three-year chase across state lines. ... read..

"We are going to start work within one week...": Karnataka Dy CM DK Shivakumar on Yettinahole Project

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | April 30, 2026 5:53:15 PM IST

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Thursday said that the work on the Yettinahole Integrated Drinking Water Supply Project will start within a week. ... read..

"Very good order for family, my mother, kids": Sunjay Kapur's sister on Delhi HC granting interim relief in plea by Karisma Kapoor's children

New Delhi | April 30, 2026 5:53:25 PM IST

Late businessman Sunjay Kapur's sister, Mandhira Kapur has welcomed the Delhi High Court order allowing the interim injunction plea filed by the children of Karisma Kapoor and restraining the creation of third-party rights over the assets. ... read..

Union Health Minister JP Nadda inaugurates 10th National Summit on Innovation and Inclusivity: Best Practices Shaping India's Health Future

New Delhi | April 30, 2026 5:53:05 PM IST

Union Health Minister JP Nadda on Thursday inaugurated the 10th National Summit on Innovation and Inclusivity: Best Practices Shaping India's Health Future, in the presence of the Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini and the Haryana Health Minister A ... read..

Uttarkhand govt appeals pilgrims to avoid littering plastic waste

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | April 30, 2026 5:23:45 PM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami stated that Uttarakhand is known not only as a sacred land (Devbhoomi) but also for its fragile ecological system, according to a statement released on Thursday. ... read..

Student bodies condemn Jamia Vice Chancellor's 'Mahadev DNA' remark at RSS-linked event

New Delhi | April 30, 2026 5:23:43 PM IST

The All India Students' Association (AISA) have condemned and denounced the purported remarks made by the Vice Chancellor of Jamia Millia Islamia university Mazhar Asif that despite differences in languae, culture and religion, everyone is Indian as "the ... read..

Op Netra 1.0: Indian Army concludes 4-day surgical eye camp in Leh

Leh (Ladakh) | April 30, 2026 5:23:42 PM IST

In a landmark triumph of medical logistics and humanitarian grit, the Indian Army successfully concluded a four-day Advanced Surgical Eye Camp at 153 General Hospital in Leh, Ladakh. ... read..

Proclaimed offender in minor assault case arrested by Delhi police

New Delhi | April 30, 2026 5:23:22 PM IST

The Northern Delhi Range (NDR) of the Crime Branch has arrested a "proclaimed offender" wanted for a horrific gang assault on a minor, a release said. ... read..

"BJP will form govt in West Bengal for first time": BJP State President Vijayendra on exit polls

Tumakuru (Karnataka) | April 30, 2026 5:23:21 PM IST

Karnataka BJP president BY Vijayendra on Thursday expressed confidence that the party is heading towards a historic victory in West Bengal, while also claiming that the NDA will perform strongly in other states such as Tamil Nadu. ... read..

Gujarat Govt disburses Rs 1,349 crore to industrial units in a 'single click' showcasing transparent governance

Gandhinagar,(Gujarat) | April 30, 2026 5:23:11 PM IST

The Industries and MSME Department of Gujarat organized the "Single Click Payment Program" during the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference in Surat on Thursday to ensure quick and transparent financial assistance to beneficiaries across the state, a releas ... read..

Rahul Gandhi meets Ladakh delegation; Says 'They want jobs, industry'

New Delhi | April 30, 2026 4:53:30 PM IST

Congress MP Rahul Gandhi on Thursday met with a Ladakh delegation and stated that the people of Ladakh want jobs and industry. ... read..

Delhi HC issues notice in textbook delay contempt plea; Govt assures supply before summer break

New Delhi | April 30, 2026 4:53:27 PM IST

The Delhi High Court on Thursday issued notice on a contempt petition filed by Social Jurist alleging non-compliance with earlier court directions on the timely supply of textbooks to students in government schools. ... read..

"BJP jumping with joy only for fact that they've CEC on their side": Priyank Kharge following exit poll predictions

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | April 30, 2026 3:23:34 PM IST

Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge on Thursday criticised the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) over alleged collusion with the Election Commission of India (ECI), saying that the BJP is "jumping with joy" only because they have the Chief Election Commissioner ... read..

DRDO ready for Agni 6, awaits Centre's nod

New Delhi | April 30, 2026 3:23:22 PM IST

On the development of the Agni-VI ballistic missile, DRDO Chairman Samir V Kamat on Thursday said the programme depends on a government decision, adding that the agency is fully prepared to proceed when approval is granted. ... read..

Chhattisgarh: Fire breaks out at Plastic Factory in Saddu

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) | April 30, 2026 3:23:18 PM IST

A fire broke out in a plastic factory located in Saddu, Raipur, on Thursday. The owner of the factory has been injured too while trying to control the fire. ... read..

Uttarakhand CM convenes Cabinet meeting at state secretariat

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | April 30, 2026 3:23:17 PM IST

A Cabinet meeting was held at the state secretariat under the chairmanship of Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami. ... read..

"No doubt that double-engine BJP govt will be formed in Bengal": Uttarakhand CM Dhami ahead of assembly polls result

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | April 30, 2026 3:23:15 PM IST

As 5 State/UTs are set to count votes on May 4 to elect a new government, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Thursday claimed that a double-engine Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) would form a government in West Bengal, asserting that the peopl ... read..

"Young scientists must achieve new milestones in research": Governor Kavinder Gupta

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | April 30, 2026 3:23:10 PM IST

Himachal Pradesh Governor Kavinder Gupta called upon young scientists to achieve new milestones in the field of research that can assist farmers in improving their economic well-being. ... read..

Maharashtra: Congress extends support to Sena-UBT candidate Ambadas Danve for MLC elections

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 30, 2026 3:23:06 PM IST

Maharashtra Congress on Thursday decided to extend support to Shiv Sena (UBT) candidate Ambadas Danve for the MLC elections and will not field its own candidate, state party president Harshvardhan Sapkal said. ... read..

VGRC Surat 2026: New avenues to open for infrastructure and innovation

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | April 30, 2026 3:23:05 PM IST

The Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference (VGRC), South Gujarat, is set to be held on 1 and 2 May 2026 at AURO University in Surat, marking a new direction in Gujarat's industrial and modern infrastructure development. The conference will particularly focus ... read..

Sunjay Kapur estate row: Delhi HC grants Interim injunction, orders status quo on assets

New Delhi | April 30, 2026 3:23:03 PM IST

The Delhi High Court has allowed the interim injunction plea filed by the children of Karisma Kapoor, directing maintenance of the status quo on the estate of late Sunjay Kapur and restraining the creation of third-party rights over the assets. ... read..

Gujarat Police ranks third nationwide in recovery of stolen mobile phones

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | April 30, 2026 3:23:01 PM IST

Gujarat Police has secured the third position among major states in the country in tracing stolen mobile phones, setting a new benchmark with a recovery rate that surpasses the national average. ... read..

Stubble burning gets a smart solution in Uttar Pradesh

Auraiya (Uttar Pradesh) | April 30, 2026 2:53:49 PM IST

In a major step to address the challenge of stubble burning, a field-level intervention under the project "Mitigation of Stubble Burning with Reduction in Cost of Paddy Cultivation by Solar/Electrically Powered Machines" is being implemented in Uttar Prad ... read..

CISCE declares ICSE, ISC 2026 results; overall pass percentage above 99% as girls outperform boys

New Delhi | April 30, 2026 2:53:44 PM IST

The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) on Thursday declared the results of the ICSE (Class X) and ISC (Class XII) Year 2026 main examinations, bringing an end to the wait for lakhs of students across the country. ... read..

Karnataka govt orders inspection of all hospital buildings after 7 killed in Bengaluru wall collapse

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | April 30, 2026 2:53:40 PM IST

The Karnataka government on Thursday directed officials to conduct a thorough inspection of all hospital buildings and compound walls under the department and submit a detailed study report following the death of seven people after the collapse of the Sri ... read..

ECI approves Telangana Rakshana Sena for K Kavitha's party, retains 'TRS'

Hyderabad (Telangana) | April 30, 2026 2:53:34 PM IST

The Election Commission has officially granted the name Telangana Rakshana Sena (TRS) to the new political party launched by K Kavitha. The approval has been officially confirmed by the Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. ... read..

"Mockery of democracy": AAP's Saurabh Bharadwaj slams ED over I-PAC founder's bail after Bengal polls

New Delhi | April 30, 2026 2:53:32 PM IST

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Saurabh Bharadwaj on Thursday alleged political interference in the Enforcement Directorate's (ED) handling of a case involving the founder-director of the Indian Political Action Committee (I-PAC), who was granted bail shortl ... read..

BMC announces 30-hour water shutdown across Mumbai for tunnel works

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 30, 2026 2:23:36 PM IST

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has announced a planned 30-hour water supply shutdown across several parts of the city between May 5 and May 6, 2026, to facilitate critical water tunnel connection and related maintenance works under its Water ... read..

Punjab Police bust drugs smuggling network linked to Dubai-based handler, one apprehended

Chandigarh | April 30, 2026 2:23:34 PM IST

The Counter Intelligence wing of Punjab Police in Amritsar has busted a drug smuggling network and apprehended one accused linked to Dubai-based handler Antarpreet Singh of Sultanwind. ... read..

20-Coach Vande Bharat Train starts Jammu-Srinagar service amid rising demand: Ashwini Vaishnaw

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) | April 30, 2026 2:23:32 PM IST

Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Thursday said that the commencement of a 20-coach Vande Bharat Express service on the Jammu-Srinagar route started due to strong passenger demand since the launch of the rail link inaugurated last year by Prime M ... read..

India to exceed Rs 50,000 crore defence exports: Defence Secy Rajesh Singh

New Delhi | April 30, 2026 2:23:27 PM IST

Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh on Thursday expressed strong confidence that India will comfortably exceed its defence export target of Rs 50,000 crore by 2029, stating that the country is already on a steep growth trajectory in the sector. ... read..

J-K: 11-year-old boy killed, another minor injured by lightning strike hitting house in Kathua

Kathua (Jammu and Kashmir) | April 30, 2026 2:23:13 PM IST

An 11-year-old boy was killed and another minor injured after a lightning strike hit a residential house in Bani tehsil of Kathua district late Wednesday evening, officials said. ... read..

Rahul Gandhi lands in Himachal's Kangra to attend Congress Training Session

Dharamshala (Himachal Pradesh) | April 30, 2026 1:53:24 PM IST

Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi on Thursday arrived at Kangra airport in Himachal to attend the Congress Training Session organised in the city. ... read..

No absolute bar on simultaneous parole/furlough for co-accused: Delhi HC stresses reformative justice

New Delhi | April 30, 2026 1:53:22 PM IST

The Delhi High Court has clarified that there is no absolute prohibition on granting simultaneous parole or furlough to co-accused persons, holding that a rigid or mechanical interpretation of prison rules would defeat the reformative purpose of such prov ... read..

Congress President Kharge hopeful of UDF win in Kerala, DMK alliance victory in Tamil Nadu after Exit Polls

Kalaburagi (Karnataka) | April 30, 2026 1:53:20 PM IST

Congress Presidet Mallikarjun Kharge expressed optimism in the DMK led alliance returning to power in Tamil Nadu and the victory of the Congress led UDF in Kerala after Wednesday's exit poll predictions. ... read..

India's LR-AShM hypersonic glide missile nears trials; DRDO chief outlines future multi-layered strike force

New Delhi | April 30, 2026 1:53:19 PM IST

India's LR-AShM hypersonic glide missile programme has reached an advanced stage, with initial trials expected soon, DRDO Chairman Samir V Kamat said on Thursday, pointing to steady progress in next-generation strike capabilities. ... read..

"Your sympathy is not really towards women": UP CM Yogi takes dig at Samajwadi over Women's Reservation Bill in State Assembly

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | April 30, 2026 1:53:12 PM IST

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday launched a sharp attack on the Opposition in the State Assembly over the Women's Reservation Bill, accusing it of opposing key women empowerment initiatives while later attempting to take credit for ... read..

VC's remark triggers controversy at Jamia; SFI condemns

New Delhi | April 30, 2026 1:53:07 PM IST

A remark by Jamia Millia Islamia Vice-Chancellor Mazhar Asif that "all Indians share Mahadev's DNA" has sparked a major controversy, drawing sharp reactions from student groups and triggering protests on campus. ... read..

Vision 2047: Preparing the future in VNIT labs

Nagpur (Maharashtra) | April 30, 2026 1:23:55 PM IST

Today's youth are no longer limiting themselves to the idea of traditional jobs. Instead, they are driven by the ambition to create, innovate, and build something impactful. ... read..

BJP Spokesperson Jaiveer Shergill requests MEA intervention to help stranded Sikh couples in Tehran

New Delhi | April 30, 2026 1:23:49 PM IST

BJP Spokesperson Jaiveer Shergill said on Thursday, requested the Ministry of External Affairs to assist several elderly Iranian Sikh couples stranded at a Gurudwara in Tehran, stating that a Mahaan Air flight scheduled from Tehran to India on May 5 is re ... read..

"BrahMos is costly, cost damage ratio has to be balanced out": Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit on future warfare mix

New Delhi | April 30, 2026 1:23:40 PM IST

Chief of Integrated Defence Staff Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit on Thursday highlighted the need for a balanced mix of traditional and modern weapon systems, stating that while drones and missiles are often seen as cost-effective, long-term operational analy ... read..

SC refuses plea against termination of 30-week pregnancy of 15-year-old rape survivor

New Delhi | April 30, 2026 1:23:28 PM IST

The Supreme Court on Thursday refused to entertain a plea seeking to overturn the apex court's April 24 decision to order termination of a thirty-week unwanted pregnancy of a 15-year-old victim of rape. ... read..

From pink autos to global enterprises: Women redefining Udaipur's growth story

Udaipur (Rajasthan) | April 30, 2026 1:23:15 PM IST

In today's rapidly evolving world, women are no longer waiting for opportunities; they are creating them. In Udaipur, a quiet yet powerful transformation is underway, where women are not only taking control of the steering wheel on the streets but also ca ... read..

India eyes partnership for 6th gen fighter aircraft, pushes to induct 67 Ghatak UCAV's; issue AMCA RFP soon

New Delhi | April 30, 2026 12:53:49 PM IST

Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh on Thursday said the procurement process for India's Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) is progressing, with a Request for Proposal (RFP) likely to be issued soon to shortlisted private sector players, marking a si ... read..

"AI like Bhasmasur, can't just see rosy picture": Defence Minister Rajnath Singh

New Delhi | April 30, 2026 12:53:47 PM IST

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday stressed the dual-use dilemma of Artificial Intelligence (AI). He said that deep fakes, cyber warfare, and autonomous weapon systems have posed new challenges in the defence sector. ... read..

UP Assembly convenes special session on women's reservation; BJP slams Opposition, SP protests

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | April 30, 2026 12:53:38 PM IST

Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly on Thursday convened a special session to discuss reservation for women's legislators. The BJP leaders slammed the Samajwadi Party and Congress, accusing them of opposing women's reservation. ... read..

Jaipur's SMS Hospital sets up dedicated heatwave ward as Rajasthan battles intense heatwave conditions

Jaipur (Rajasthan) | April 30, 2026 12:53:31 PM IST

Hospitals in Rajasthan are setting up dedicated wards and making teams to deal with the incoming cases of illness due to the spell of intense heatwaves across the state. Special arrangements have been made at Jaipur's SMS Hospital, Rajasthan's largest gov ... read..

From weed to wonder: Tiruchirappalli ecologist turns water hyacinth into sustainable packaging paper

Tiruchirappalli (Tamil Nadu) | April 30, 2026 12:53:26 PM IST

Water hyacinth, a fast-spreading aquatic plant often seen as a major environmental menace is now being transformed into a sustainable solution for food packaging by a young ecologist from Tamil Nadu. ... read..

India eyes multi-layered conventional missile force, boosts AMCA push: Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh

New Delhi | April 30, 2026 12:53:24 PM IST

Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh said on Thursday that India is working towards developing a multi-layered conventional missile force spanning short, medium and long ranges, even as the government pushes for diversified fighter aircraft production lin ... read..

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw flags off extended Vande Bharat Express, boosting capacity for Jammu-Srinagar rail line

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) | April 30, 2026 12:23:06 PM IST

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Thursday flagged off the extended Vande Bharat Express from Jammu to Katra, emphasising that strengthening maintenance practices remains key to safety and security, while the next major focus is increasing capacity on ... read..

Delhi Court grants bail to IPAC Director Vinesh Chandel in money laundering case, noting no objection from ED

New Delhi | April 30, 2026 12:22:55 PM IST

A Delhi court on Thursday granted regular bail to Indian Political Action Committee (I-PAC) Director and co-founder Vinesh Kumar Chandel in a money laundering case after noting that the Enforcement Directorate did not oppose his bail. ... read..

India may recalibrate missile strategy amid evolving global conflicts: Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh

New Delhi | April 30, 2026 11:53:17 AM IST

Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh on Thursday indicated that India may need to reassess its conventional missile capabilities in light of emerging global conflict, particularly developments in West Asia and neighbouring Pakistan's military posture. ... read..

"Bhay bin hoye na preet": Defence Minister calls Op Sindoor "manifestation of deterrence," hails indigenous defence capabilities

New Delhi | April 30, 2026 11:53:10 AM IST

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday noted that a powerful deterrence is essential for peace and stability in international relations. ... read..

"Today Vande Bharat Will Start from Jammu": Ashwini Vaishnaw announces extension to Srinagar, train upgraded to 20 coaches

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) | April 30, 2026 11:23:56 AM IST

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Thursday said that the Vande Bharat Express will now operate from Jammu to Srinagar, expanding the service that was launched by PM Narendra Modi from Katra last year. ... read..

Uttarakhand: One criminal killed, SHO injured in encounter after ?2 lakh robbery in Dehradun

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | April 30, 2026 11:23:49 AM IST

In a late-night encounter on Wednesday, in Dehradun's Premnagar police station area, one criminal was killed after an exchange of fire with police following a robbery and shooting incident involving ?2 lakh, officials said. ... read..

"Stopped Op Sindoor voluntarily, were ready for long war": Defence Minister Rajnath Singh calls Pak "epicentre of International Terrorism"

New Delhi | April 30, 2026 11:23:34 AM IST

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday affirmed that India voluntarily put a halt to Operation Sindoor on its own terms and was ready for a long war against Pakistan. ... read..

Guwahati: 'D Tipsy Gaon' Bar license suspended following fatal Mathgharia accident

Guwahati (Assam) | April 30, 2026 11:23:33 AM IST

The District Commissioner of Kamrup Metropolitan has ordered the immediate suspension of the IMFL (Indian Made Foreign Liquor) license for "D Tipsy Gaon" (EXORO), a popular restaurant and bar located in Roodraksh Mall, Bhangagarh. ... read..

TVK's KA Sengottaiyan confident of strong debut in Tamil Nadu polls, says "Public response will astonish nation"

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | April 30, 2026 11:23:29 AM IST

Tamil Nadu Assembly election exit polls have triggered sharp political reactions across party lines as the incumbent DMK-led Secular Progressive Alliance (SPA) is predicted to retain power. Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) Executive Committee Chief Coordina ... read..

"Hard-working, energetic countrymen are biggest strength of nation": PM Modi shares daily quote

New Delhi | April 30, 2026 10:53:24 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said that the hard work and energy of the people are the nation's greatest strength, emphasising that their efforts drive India's development and progress. ... read..

"Lotus will bloom in Bengal": BJP leader Ram Kripal Yadav predicts two-thirds majority for BJP

Patna (Bihar) | April 30, 2026 10:53:18 AM IST

As exit polls for the West Bengal Assembly elections sparked political reactions, Bhartiya Janta Party (BJP) leader Ram Kripal Yadav on Thursday said that the party will win with a two-thirds majority, and the lotus will bloom in Bengal. ... read..

"NDA's lotus blooming everywhere," Shehzad Poonawalla confident of BJP victory across four states

New Delhi | April 30, 2026 10:53:17 AM IST

As four states across India are set to count votes on May 4 to elect a new government, Bharatiya Janata Party leader Shehzad Poonawalla on Thursday said that the election results would reflect the triumph of democracy. Poonawalla asserted that this time p ... read..

"Do not care about exit polls, Vijay will form govt with over 150 seats": TVK candidate KK Anand Mohan

Erode (Tamil Nadu) | April 30, 2026 10:22:55 AM IST

As exit polls for the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections sparked political reactions, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) leader and Erode West Assembly constituency candidate K.K. Anand Mohan on Tuesday asserted that the party remains confident of forming the gove ... read..

"Details of caste census still awaited, no dialogue with Opposition parties": Congress MP Jairam Ramesh

New Delhi | April 30, 2026 10:22:53 AM IST

Congress MP Jairam Ramesh on Thursday said that the details of the caste census are "still awaited" a year after the Centre announced it as a part of Census 2027. He criticised the Centre for holding no dialogue with Opposition parties and state governmen ... read..

Heatwave very likely in West Rajasthan; hot and humid conditions grip coastal regions: IMD

New Delhi | April 30, 2026 9:53:35 AM IST

Heatwave conditions are set to intensify in parts of northwest India, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) warning of rising temperatures in West Rajasthan in the coming days, alongside hot and humid weather across several coastal regions and is ... read..

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