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Gujarat CM Patel lays foundation for Piparia River revitalisation project

Amreli (Gujarat) | April 2, 2026 6:22:05 AM IST

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Wednesday laid the foundation stone for the Piparia (Jhamkudi) River Revitalisation Project at Matirala village in Amreli district, Gujarat, aimed at rejuvenating local water resources and boosting ecological sust ... read..

Swing ride collapses at Chait Barni Fair in Kushinagar; several injured

Kushinagar (Uttar Pradesh) | April 2, 2026 5:22:17 AM IST

A major accident occurred on Wednesday at the Chait Barni Fair in Kushinagar's Khadda area when a swing ride collapsed while in operation, leaving several people injured. The injured were immediately shifted to nearby hospitals for medical care, and relie ... read..

"Tipra Motha creating violence out of frustration": Tripura CM Manik Saha

Agartala (Tripura) | April 2, 2026 5:22:16 AM IST

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Wednesday said that the Tipra Motha Party has now chosen the path of violence out of frustration after losing public support, and they are acting as the opposition party even though they are with us in the cabinet. ... read..

Lucknow: Massive fire engulfs shops on Sitapur Highway

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | April 2, 2026 4:52:00 AM IST

A major fire broke out late Wednesday night in several shops along the Sitapur Highway in the Bakshi Ka Talab (BKT) area of Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, causing significant property damage worth lakhs of rupees. ... read..

Assam polls will mark "century of defeats for Cong' self-proclaimed prince," says PM Modi; Cong calls it "govt of double-slavery"

Guwahati (Assam) | April 2, 2026 4:22:11 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday emphasised the development of Assam under the BJP government and described the previous ten years as an "era of service and good governance." ... read..

14 Bangladeshis detained by RPF at Jalpaiguri station; fake Aadhaar Cards recovered

Jalpaiguri (West Bengal) | April 2, 2026 4:22:10 AM IST

The Railway Protection Force (RPF) at Jalpaiguri Road station, West Bengal, apprehended 14 Bangladeshi nationals, including four women and four minors, from the Delhi-bound Northeast Express train, officials said. ... read..

'Historic and deeply emotional moment for state': CM Naidu hails passage of Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Bill

New Delhi | April 2, 2026 3:52:12 AM IST

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu termed the passage of the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill, 2026, in the Lok Sabha as a "historic and deeply emotional moment," welcoming the recognition of Amaravati as the state's sole capi ... read..

Blast outside BJP office in Chandigarh; probe underway

Chandigarh (Punjab) | April 2, 2026 3:21:50 AM IST

An explosion took place outside the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) office in Punjab's Chandigarh Sector 37 on Wednesday evening. ... read..

Uttarakhand CM Dhami meets spiritual leader Devkinandan Thakur; discusses sanatan culture, initiatives

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | April 2, 2026 2:52:03 AM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Wednesday met spiritual leader Devkinandan Thakur at the Chief Minister's residence in Dehradun. ... read..

"All they have done is loot, nothing else": Kejriwal targets BJP ahead of Goa bypoll

Ponda (North Goa) | April 2, 2026 2:52:02 AM IST

Former Delhi Chief Minister and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Arvind Kejriwal on Wednesday targeted the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government while addressing a public gathering in Ponda, North Goa, alleging lack of development and neglect of basic civic ... read..

Lok Sabha passes Jan Vishwas Amendment Bill

New Delhi | April 2, 2026 2:52:00 AM IST

Lok Sabha on Wednesday passed the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026 which is aimed at promoting Ease of Doing Business and Ease of Living, while advancing a governance framework based on trust and proportionate regulation. ... read..

Surat Rolling Stock Depot for Mumbai Ahmedabad bullet train project

Surat (Gujarat) | April 2, 2026 2:51:58 AM IST

The Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train project will be serviced by three Rolling Stock depots located at Sabarmati and Surat in Gujarat and Thane in Maharashtra. ... read..

Surat: Massive fire breaks out at thread factory

Surat (Gujarat) | April 2, 2026 2:51:57 AM IST

A massive fire broke out at a thread manufacturing factory near Kim Char Rasta in Surat Rural, Gujarat, on Thursday, prompting an immediate response from the fire department. ... read..

"A National Duty": Amit Shah completes self-enumeration for Census 2027

New Delhi | April 2, 2026 2:22:11 AM IST

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday filled the self-enumeration form for the first phase of the Census 2027 as the nationwide 'House Listing' process commenced on Wednesday. ... read..

KTR writes to Railway Minister Vaishnaw seeking formation of Kazipet Railway Division

Hyderabad (Telangana) | April 2, 2026 1:52:10 AM IST

The Working President of Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS), KT Rama Rao (KTR), has written a detailed letter to the Railway Minister, Ashwini Vaishnaw, urging the immediate formation of a new Railway Division with headquarters at Kazipet in Telangana. ... read..

Tea garden worker shares joy over interaction with PM Modi in Dibrugarh

Dibrugarh (Assam) | April 2, 2026 1:52:04 AM IST

A tea garden worker expressed happiness after Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited a tea garden in Dibrugarh, Assam, on Wednesday and interacted with the women working there. ... read..

Puducherry Police gear up for elections; 35 checkposts set up to monitor vehicle movement

By Mohd Amir

Puducherry | April 2, 2026 1:51:58 AM IST

Puducherry Police has tightened the security, setting up 35 checkposts to monitor the movement of persons and vehicles for the fair conduction of assembly polls. ... read..

Rouse Avenue Court convicts Congress MLA in Gramin Vikas Bank fraud case

New Delhi | April 2, 2026 1:51:57 AM IST

The Rouse Avenue Court on Wednesday convicted Congress MLA Rajendra Bharti in a Gramin Vikas Bank fraud case. ... read..

BJP's Mithun Chakraborty backs local candidates, raises infiltration issue ahead of Bengal polls

By Ujjwal Roy

Kolkata (West Bengal) | April 2, 2026 1:51:52 AM IST

BJP leader and veteran actor Mithun Chakraborty spoke on the upcoming West Bengal elections, expressing confidence in the party's strategy and approach on the ground. ... read..

DMK launches campaign song for 2026 Tamil Nadu assembly elections

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | April 1, 2026 11:52:28 PM IST

The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) on Wednesday launched its official campaign song ahead of the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, highlighting the "Dravidian Model 2.0" of governance. ... read..

"Peace initiative, hope peace is restored soon": Priyanka Chaturvedi on Trump's statement amid West Asia conflict

New Delhi | April 1, 2026 11:52:26 PM IST

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi on Wednesday said that President Donald Trump's statement is a sign that the US wants to end the war with Iran and hopes for a swift restoration of peace. ... read..

Himachal govt moves to bar drug offenders from panchayat polls, tightens disqualification norms

Politics | April 1, 2026 11:52:24 PM IST

The Himachal Pradesh government on Wednesday introduced a key amendment to the Himachal Pradesh Panchayati Raj Act, 1994, proposing to bar individuals involved in drug offences, financial irregularities, land encroachment and conflict of interest from con ... read..

Fruit production, natural farming, cluster-based model to boost farmers' income: Haryana CM

New Delhi | April 1, 2026 11:52:22 PM IST

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has laid special emphasis on crop diversification, horticulture and expansion of high-value fruit crops to enhance farmers' income and directed officers to identify suitable areas and develop clusters for key fruit ... read..

Journalism students' delegation calls on Himachal Chief Minister

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | April 1, 2026 11:52:15 PM IST

A delegation of students from the Department of Journalism and Mass Communication, Himachal Pradesh University Shimla, called on Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu here today, a release said. ... read..

Himachal: CM Sukhu accuses BJP of politicising Panchayat reservations entry tax issues

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | April 1, 2026 11:52:13 PM IST

The Himachal Pradesh government on Wednesday strongly countered the opposition Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) following its walkout from the Assembly, with Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu accusing the opposition party of indulging in disruption to gai ... read..

Deendayal Port Authority, Kandla achieves historic milestone, crosses 160 MMT mark in cargo handling for FY 2025-26

New Delhi | April 1, 2026 11:52:20 PM IST

In a landmark achievement that cements its legacy as India's leading maritime gateway, Deendayal Port Authority (DPA), Kandla has crossed the historic 160 Million Metric Tonnes (MMT) mark in cargo handling for the financial year 2025-26, achieving an unpr ... read..

Modi government has imposed huge burden on dhabas, restaurants, hotels, sweet makers: Surjewala

Bagalkot (Karnataka) | April 1, 2026 11:52:08 PM IST

Congress leader Randeep Singh Surjewala on Wednesday slammed the Modi government over hike in price of commercial LPG cylinders and said it will impose a huge burden on people. ... read..

Lt Gen Sandeep Jain takes over as GOC-in-C Southern Command

Jaipur (Rajasthan) | April 1, 2026 11:52:06 PM IST

Lieutenant General Sandeep Jain assumed command as the General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Southern Command, on Wednesday. ... read..

Odisha CM Majhi inaugurates VFS Global Visa Application Centre in Bhubaneswar

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | April 1, 2026 11:22:25 PM IST

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Wednesday inaugurated the new Visa Application Centre operated by VFS Global in Bhubaneswar, marking a significant milestone in enhancing access to international visa services for the people of Odisha. ... read..

Priyank Kharge labels Pinarayi Vijayan 'puppet' of Modi government ahead of Keralam assembly polls

Thiruvananthapuram (Keralam) | April 1, 2026 11:22:23 PM IST

Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge on Wednesday accused Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan of being "hand in glove" with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, alleging that the Left Democratic Front (LDF) government has allowed the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to rul ... read..

PM Modi chairs CCS meeting, says all efforts must be made to safeguard citizens from impact of West Asia conflict

New DelhI | April 1, 2026 11:22:20 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday chaired a special meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) to review measures taken by various ministries and departments and also discussed further initiatives to be taken in the context of the ongoing ... read..

"People have confidence in our govt": DMK MP Kanimozhi ahead of Tamil Nadu assembly polls

Politics | April 1, 2026 11:22:13 PM IST

Thoothukudi (Tamil Nadu) [India], April 1 (ANI) Ahead of the upcoming assembly polls, DMK MP c on Wednesday expressed confidence in Chief Minister MK Stalin's leadership to secure another term. ... read..

Vijayawada Airport terminal 80% complete, to be ready in 5 months, says Airport Director

Vijayawada (Andhra Pradesh) | April 1, 2026 11:22:06 PM IST

Vijayawada Airport Director Lakshmi Kantha Reddy said on Wednesday that the new terminal building at Vijayawada Airport is 80 per cent complete, with authorities setting a revised deadline of five months to finish the remaining work after delays caused by ... read..

Kolkata police invoke section 163 day after TMC-BJP workers clash

Kolkata, (West Bengal) | April 1, 2026 11:22:04 PM IST

Authorities imposed Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) to prevent further clashes between BJP and TMC workers outside the Election Commission office in Kolkata, a police officer said. ... read..

Parliament passes four key Bills, Opposition stages walkout over CAPF bill alleging 'injustice' to police forces

New Delhi | April 1, 2026 11:21:59 PM IST

The Parliament on Wednesday passed four key legislations -- the Jan Vishwas Bill, key amendments to the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) Bill, the Central Armed Police Forces (General Administration) Bill, 2026, and the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation ( ... read..

Jalna Accident: 8 killed after truck hits workers on Samruddhi Highway, CM Devendra Fadnavis announces Rs 5 lakh ex-gratia

Jalna (Maharashtra) | April 1, 2026 11:21:57 PM IST

At least eight people lost their lives, and several were injured after a truck rammed into them on the Samruddhi Highway in Maharashtra's Jalna district on Wednesday. ... read..

"Collective sentiment firmly shifted toward bringing BJP to power": Kiren Rijiju

New Delhi | April 1, 2026 10:52:18 PM IST

Ahead of West Bengal Assembly polls, Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju claimed on Wednesday that the "collective sentiment has firmly shifted toward bringing the BJP to power". ... read..

Himachal HC cracks down on illegal panchayat delimitation, sets April 7 deadline for poll roster

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | April 1, 2026 10:52:13 PM IST

The Himachal Pradesh High Court has declared that any delimitation of Gram Panchayats carried out without adherence to statutory procedures is "patently illegal", issuing key directions ahead of the upcoming panchayat elections in the state. ... read..

PM Modi completes self-enumeration for Census 2027; urges citizens to participate in India's first digital count

New Delhi | April 1, 2026 10:22:39 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi completed his self-enumeration today, marking the beginning of the first phase of Census 2027, relating to house listing and housing operations, the release said. ... read..

Delhi Court rejects defamation complaint against Nirmala Sitharaman, says 'statements made are political opposition aimed at AAP'

New Delhi | April 1, 2026 10:22:37 PM IST

A Rouse Avenue court on Wednesday dismissed a defamation complaint filed against Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. ... read..

Parliament Budget Session likely to reconvene in third week of April: Sources

New Delhi | April 1, 2026 10:22:32 PM IST

The Parliament Budget Session is unlikely to be adjourned sine die on Thursday as the government plans to reconvene it again in the third week of April, according to sources. ... read..

CAPF bill passed in Rajya Sabha amid Opposition walkout

New Delhi | April 1, 2026 10:22:30 PM IST

The Rajya Sabha on Wednesday passed the Central Armed Police Forces (General Administration) Bill, 2026, with a voice vote amid the walkout by the entire Opposition in protest. ... read..

Uttarakhand CM Dhami attends 'Aabhaar' rally in Dehradun

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | April 1, 2026 10:22:25 PM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Wednesday participated in the 'Aabhaar' rally organised by the Uttarakhand Urban Local Bodies Employees Joint Front at the Mukhya Sevak Sadan located at the Chief Minister's Camp Office. ... read..

"Rahul Gandhi acting as outdated leader disconnected from reality": CPI MP P Sandosh Kumar

Ernakulam (Keralam) | April 1, 2026 10:22:23 PM IST

Communist Party of India (CPI) MP P Sandosh Kumar on Wednesday said that recent remarks made by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi against Keralam Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan were "irresponsible" and said the Leader of Opposition (LoP) Lok Sabha was acting ... read..

Himachal Assembly clears bill imposing Rs 15,000 fine for vehicle violations on Shimla's sealed roads

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | April 1, 2026 10:22:18 PM IST

Himachal Pradesh Assembly on Wednesday passed the Shimla Road Users and Pedestrians (Public Safety and Convenience) Amendment Bill, 2026, introducing stringent penalties and higher permit fees to curb unauthorized vehicular movement in key pedestrian zone ... read..

Assam: Rahul Gandhi to address public rallies at Bokajan and Titabor on April 2

Guwahati (Assam) | April 1, 2026 10:22:14 PM IST

After AICC President Mallikarjun Kharge, MP and senior Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi, and Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar carried forward the election campaign, Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi will visit Assam tomorrow. ... read..

Centre's attitude to opposition-ruled states very negative: Keralam FM Balagopal

Thiruvananthapuram (Keralam) | April 1, 2026 9:52:15 PM IST

Keralam Finance Minister KN Balagopal on Wednesday asserted that the state's financial position and administrative performance remain steady, while alleging that the Union government has adopted a "negative" stance towards opposition-ruled states, leading ... read..

ONOE could serve as example for other democracies: JPC chairman PP Choudhary

New Delhi | April 1, 2026 9:22:05 PM IST

BJP MP PP Chaudhary on Wednesday emphasised the importance of collecting different views on the Constitution (129th Amendment) Bill, 2024, particularly from Vice-Chancellors of national universities. He is the chairman of the Joint Parliamentary Committee ... read..

'LDF under Vijayan improved from 91 seats to 99': CPI(M) general secretary MA Baby ahead of Keralam assembly polls

Kochi (Keralam) | April 1, 2026 9:22:00 PM IST

Ahead of the upcoming assembly polls, Communist Party of India (Marxist) general secretary MA Baby on Wednesday said that the Left Democratic Front (LDF) under Keralam Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan rewrote the history of political experience of the stat ... read..

'CM Revanth Reddy has personal grudge against me': BRS MLA Padi Kaushik Reddy on getting CID notice

Hyderabad (Telangana) | April 1, 2026 9:22:07 PM IST

Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) MLA Padi Kaushik Reddy on Wednesday termed the crime investigation department (CID) notice issued to him over an alleged altercation with police as "unfortunate", accusing Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy of acting out o ... read..

Opposition walks out of Himachal Assembly over Panchayat roster row; Jai Ram Thakur alleges tampering with democratic process

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | April 1, 2026 9:21:53 PM IST

The Opposition Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday staged a walkout from the Himachal Pradesh Assembly, expressing dissatisfaction over the government's reply and the rejection of an adjournment motion on the contentious issue of changes in the Panc ... read..

Al Falah Trust case: Delhi HC asks trial court to decide afresh ED's plea against interim bail granted to Jawad Ahmad Siddique

New Delhi | April 1, 2026 9:21:50 PM IST

The Delhi High Court on Wednesday directed a trial court to hear and decide the plea of the Enforcement Directorate (ED) against the interim bail granted to Jawad Ahmad Siddique, chairman of Al Falah Trust. ... read..

Has issue of Naxalism been resolved, questions Congress leader Bhupesh Baghel

Sivasagar (Assam) | April 1, 2026 8:52:23 PM IST

Senior Congress leader Bhupesh Baghel on Wednesday questioned whether the issue of Naxalism has been resolved, as claimed by Union Home Minister Amit Shah, saying the government should allow the paramilitary forces to return if it has ended. ... read..

Madhya Pradesh govt announces toll exemption for combine harvesters

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) | April 1, 2026 8:52:13 PM IST

Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Wednesday announced toll exemption for combine harvesters used for agricultural purposes at toll plazas operated by the Madhya Pradesh Road Development Corporation. ... read..

"We talk about indigenous issues, they talk about protecting infiltrators": Assam BJP Chief Dilip Saikia slams Congress

Biswanath (Assam) | April 1, 2026 8:22:03 PM IST

Assam Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President Dilip Saikia on Wednesday said that a massive public rally in Assam addressed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has garnered unprecedented support for the state's development. ... read..

Udhayanidhi Stalin announces ?8,000 household coupons ahead of Tamil Nadu assembly polls

Tirupattur (Tamil Nadu) | April 1, 2026 7:52:05 PM IST

Ahead of the upcoming assembly polls, Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin on Wednesday announced Rs 8,000 coupons provided to people to enable the purchasing of household items such as televisions and refrigerators. ... read..

"Important to control prices": UBT Sena MP Anil Desai on commercial LPG price hike

New Delhi | April 1, 2026 7:52:03 PM IST

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Anil Desai on Wednesday criticised the central government for the recent hike in commercial LPG prices and underlined the need to control the prices. ... read..

Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel flags off grand Lord Hanuman Shobha Yatra in Ahmedabad

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | April 1, 2026 7:52:01 PM IST

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Wednesday flagged off the grand Shobha Yatra from Camp Hanuman Temple in Ahmedabad. ... read..

CM Dhami calls municipal employees 'strongest pillars' of Uttarakhand development

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | April 1, 2026 7:52:00 PM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Wednesday lauded the role of municipal employees, calling them the "strongest pillars" of the state's development. ... read..

DMK has nothing to tell people of Tamil Nadu: Kovai Sathyan hits back at CM MK Stalin over his remarks on EPS

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | April 1, 2026 7:51:58 PM IST

All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) spokesperson Kovai Sathyan called remarks made by Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Edappadi K Palaniswami as "below-the-belt" and said Udhayanidhi Stalin and MK Stalin have nothing to tell people of ... read..

Uttarakhand CM pays tribute to retired brigadier Mukesh Joshi

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | April 1, 2026 7:22:33 PM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Wednesday paid tribute to retired Brigadier Mukesh Joshi in Dehradun following his demise. ... read..

"We have lot of vacuum...created by DMK": PMK chief Anbumani Ramadoss flags gaps in education, health, agriculture

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | April 1, 2026 7:22:32 PM IST

Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK) president Anbumani Ramadoss on Wednesday said his party's manifesto aims to fill critical gaps in Tamil Nadu's education, health, and agriculture sectors, created by the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK), asserting that the state ... read..

Rs 180.10 crore spent on migrating 16.68 lakh govt email accounts to Zoho platform: MoS Jitin Prasada

New Delhi | April 1, 2026 7:22:30 PM IST

Union MoS Jitin Prasada on Wednesday informed the parliament that the Central government has migrated around 16.68 lakh official email accounts of Ministries and Departments to a cloud-based platform managed by Zoho Corporation, with total expenditure rea ... read..

Indian Railway operated 76,352 special trains in FY 2025-26, 25000 trains running daily: Ashwini Vaishnaw

New Delhi | April 1, 2026 7:22:26 PM IST

Railway Minister Ashiwni Vaishnaw on Wednesday briefed about Railways operations in the Fiscal Year of 2025-26 in the Lok Sabha, highlighting the impact of the last decade of investment in the sector to benefit the poor and middle class of the country. ... read..

Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel inaugurates girls hostel, bhojnalaya building at Devka Vidyapeeth

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | April 1, 2026 7:22:24 PM IST

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel inaugurated the newly built state-of-the-art girls' hostel and Bhojnalaya building by unveiling the plaque at Devka Vidyapeeth in Rajula taluka of Amreli district. ... read..

Impactful AI solutions being promoted, developed under IndiaAI Mission to address major societal challenges

New Delhi | April 1, 2026 6:52:49 PM IST

India's AI strategy is based on the Prime Minister's vision to democratise the use of technology. It aims to address India-centric challenges, create economic and employment opportunities for all Indians, the Ministry of Electronics & IT said in an of ... read..

Delhi Court lists defamation Satyender Jain's complaint against BJP MLA Karnail Singh for framing of charges

New Delhi | April 1, 2026 6:52:47 PM IST

A Rouse Avenue court on Wednesday listed a defamation complaint against Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA Karnail Singh for notice of accusation (framing of charges). ... read..

"Move will prevent potential industry-wide crisis": Civil Aviation official on partial ATF price hike

New Delhi | April 1, 2026 6:52:42 PM IST

Civil Aviation Ministry Joint Secretary Asangba Chuba Ao on Wednesday said that the government's decision to allow only a partial increase of 25% on Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) prices for domestic airlines provides "critical relief", and the move will "pr ... read..

"Even Veerappan falls short": Jagan Mohan Reddy slams Chandrababu Naidu govt over Amaravati capital project

Amaravati (Andhra Pradesh) | April 1, 2026 6:52:17 PM IST

Former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy on Wednesday attacked the Chandrababu Naidu-led government, alleging that corruption in the Amaravati capital project is so massive that forest brigand Veerappan would fall short in comparison. ... read..

Kerala: Thiruvananthapuram Airport to suspend flights on April 2 for 'Arattu' procession

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | April 1, 2026 6:52:14 PM IST

Ahead of the upcoming celebrations for the 'Painkuni Arattu' procession, the operations at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport in Kerala will remain suspended on April 2 (Tomorrow), authorities said on Wednesday. ... read..

Keralam assembly polls: Free Uber rides for voters on election day

Thiruvananthapuram (Keralam) | April 1, 2026 6:52:07 PM IST

Uber India on Wednesday launched a free travel scheme for voters in Ernakulam and Thiruvananthapuram districts for the Keralam legislative assembly elections to be held on April 9. This project is being implemented in collaboration with the Office of the ... read..

Two-day Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference for South & Central regions to begin on May 1

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | April 1, 2026 6:52:05 PM IST

The Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference (VGRC) for the South and Central Gujarat regions will be held at Surat on May 1 and 2 under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the able leadership of Chief Minister of Gujarat Bhupendra Patel. ... read..

Delhi mayor's office receives bomb threat via e-mail

New Delhi | April 1, 2026 6:22:26 PM IST

The office of Delhi Mayor Raja Iqbal Singh received a bomb threat via e-mail on Wednesday, officials said. ... read..

All Indian seafarers safe in West Asia, Ports running smoothly: Shipping Ministry

New Delhi | April 1, 2026 6:22:24 PM IST

As developments in West Asia continue to unfold, the Shipping Ministry on Wednesday said that all Indian seafarers in West Asia are safe, with no incidents involving Indian-flagged vessels reported in the last 48 hours. ... read..

Indian agriculture will not be affected by Iran war: Agriculture Ministry

New Delhi | April 1, 2026 6:22:23 PM IST

The Agriculture Ministry on Wednesday assured that the country's agriculture sector and farmers will not be affected due to the West Asia Conflict, as the availability of seeds and fertiliser stocks is healthy for the upcoming Kharif season. ... read..

"This is a corrupt Govt...People are tired, want Assam to rise": Priyanka Gandhi targets BJP, promises justice for Zubeen Garg

Sivasagar (Assam) | April 1, 2026 6:22:20 PM IST

Ahead of the 2026 Assam Assembly elections, Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Wednesday lambasted the Assam government, accusing it of corruption and alleging that administration in the state operates under "mafia and syndicate rule." ... read..

Madhya Pradesh: Locals hold protest near CM's residence over alleged murder of youth in Bhopal

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) | April 1, 2026 6:22:16 PM IST

Scores of people gathered near the Chief Minister's residence in Bhopal on Wednesday and held a massive protest over the alleged murder of a youth in the capital city, demanding justice and strict action against the accused. ... read..

Indian agriculture will not be affected by Iran war: Govt

New Delhi | April 1, 2026 6:22:04 PM IST

Article "This is a corrupt Govt...People are tired, want Assam to rise": Priyanka Gandhi targets BJP, promises justice for Zubeen Garg

Sivasagar (Assam) | April 1, 2026 5:51:42 PM IST

Kerala assembly polls: Rajnath Singh accuses LDF, UDF of "deceiving" people for decades

Ernakulam (Keralam) | April 1, 2026 5:51:36 PM IST

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday accused both the Left Democratic Front (LDF) and the United Democratic Front (UDF) of deceiving the hardworking and honest people of Keralam for decades, and said that people don't vote to choose them, but rathe ... read..

"Andhra Pradesh bill was urgent": Kiren Rijiju says govt holding back FCRA bill "not political issue"

New Delhi | April 1, 2026 5:21:56 PM IST

Union Parliamentary Minister Kiren Rijiju on Wednesday dismissed allegations that the government did not take up the Foreign Contribution (Amendment) Regulation Bill, 2026, for passage in the Lok Sabha due to political pressure. ... read..

Delhi HC seeks responses on PIL alleging child trafficking at Railway Stations

New Delhi | April 1, 2026 5:21:54 PM IST

The Delhi High Court on Wednesday issued notice to the Delhi government and several authorities on a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) raising serious concerns about child trafficking at railway stations in the national capital. ... read..

DMK alliance projected to retain power in Tamil Nadu with 181-189 seats, 40% vote share: Lok Poll survey

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | April 1, 2026 5:21:51 PM IST

A survey by agency Lok Poll has projected that the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) aliiance led by incumbent CM MK Stalin will retain power in Tamil Nadu securing 181-189 seats with a 40.1 per cent vote share in the forthcoming Assembly elections. ... read..

Supreme Court asks MP High Court to examine objections over ASI videography of Bhojshala-Kamal Maula disputed site

New Delhi | April 1, 2026 4:51:58 PM IST

The Supreme Court has asked the Madhya Pradesh High Court to consider objections raised by either parties over the videography conducted by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) of the disputed Bhojshala-Kamal Maula Mosque site, located in the central ... read..

Priyanka Gandhi alleges 'mafia rule' in Assam, says people want government that serves them

Sivasagar (Assam) | April 1, 2026 4:51:56 PM IST

Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi on Wednesday accused the Himanta Biswa Sarma government in Assam of being corrupt, claiming "mafia rule" in the state. She also refuted claims of politicising singer Zubeen Garg's death, and asserted that seeking justice fo ... read..

'Justice being done in Parliament': TDP MP as Lok Sabha passes bill to recognise Amaravati as Andhra's capital

New Delhi | April 1, 2026 4:51:53 PM IST

After the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill, 2026, was passed in the Lok Sabha on Wednesday, TDP MP Lavu Sri Krishna Devarayalu said that "justice is being done" since the bill will recognise Amaravati as the state's capital. ... read..

Telangana: At least five injured in pandal collapse at Kondagattu Anjaneya Swamy Temple in Karimnagar

Karimnagar (Telangana) | April 1, 2026 4:21:44 PM IST

Four to five devotees were left injured after a pandal at the Kondagattu Anjaneya Swamy Temple in Telangana's Karimnagar suddenly collapsed on Wednesday, police said. ... read..

Priyanka Gandhi slams BJP's "double-slavery", promises justice for Zubeen Garg and 'new Assam'

Nazira, Sivasagar (Assam) | April 1, 2026 3:21:58 PM IST

Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Wednesday delivered a strong critique of the state and central government during a rally in Nazira, urging people of Assam to reject what she called a "government of double-slavery" and vote for a Congress-led admi ... read..

"No better party than BJP to return to," says HS Phoolka after joining party

New Delhi | April 1, 2026 3:21:52 PM IST

Senior advocate HS Phoolka on Wednesday formally joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), citing Punjab's worsening law and order situation, drug menace and environmental concerns as key reasons for his political return. ... read..

Assam witnessing new era of development, connectivity: PM Modi

Biswanath (Assam) | April 1, 2026 3:21:49 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said that Assam has witnessed significant transformation over the past decade, asserting that improved connectivity and infrastructure have changed perceptions about the state. ... read..

'Big Khela This Time': West Bengal CM Mamata hits out at BJP over alleged land grab, voter deletions

Birbhum (West Bengal) | April 1, 2026 3:21:46 PM IST

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday launched a scathing attack on the BJP ahead of the 2026 assembly elections, accusing the party of land grabs, deleting voter names, and indulging in divisive politics, and vowed to ensure it never re ... read..

Odisha CM extends greetings on 'Utkal Divas', pays tribute to 'great sons' of state

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | April 1, 2026 3:21:42 PM IST

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Wednesday extended his greetings to the people of the state and Odia citizens residing across the country on the occasion of Odisha Foundation Day, also known as Utkal Divas. ... read..

Uproar in Himachal Assembly over Panchayat poll roster change; House adjourned amid BJP protest

Shimla, (Himachal Pradesh) | April 1, 2026 3:21:39 PM IST

Noisy scenes were witnessed in the Himachal Pradesh Assembly on Wednesday, leading to adjournment of the House for 20 minutes amid a protest by the opposition Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). ... read..

Congress has been root cause of corruption in India, compromised Assamese identity for power: PM Modi

Biswanath (Assam) | April 1, 2026 2:52:20 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday launched a huge attack aimed at the Congress, accusing the party of being "the root cause" of corruption in Independent India. ... read..

Goa Court grants bail to Luthra brothers in Nightclub fire case; remain in custody over NOC forgery probe

New Delhi | April 1, 2026 2:52:18 PM IST

The Court of the Additional Sessions Judge at Merces, Goa, has granted regular bail to accused Gaurav Luthra and Saurabh Luthra in connection with the alleged nightclub fire incident in Goa on Wednesday. ... read..

Keralam Polls: Rashtriya Janata Dal President Tejashwi Yadav confident of LDF victory

Kozhikode (Keralam) | April 1, 2026 2:52:14 PM IST

Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) National Working President Tejashwi Yadav on Wednesday reaffirmed the party's support for the Left Democratic Front (LDF) in the ongoing Keralam assembly elections, stating that the alliance has full confidence in LDF's victory. ... read..

CCS to meet at 7 PM today in national capital amid West Asia conflict

New Delhi | April 1, 2026 2:52:13 PM IST

The Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) is set to meet at 7 pm on Wednesday in the national capital to discuss developments amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia. ... read..

BJP protests outside Himachal assembly over delay in panchayat polls; LoP Jairam Thakur targets state government

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | April 1, 2026 2:52:05 PM IST

The opposition Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday staged a protest outside the Himachal Pradesh Vidhan Sabha, accusing the state government of deliberately delaying Panchayat elections and undermining constitutional provisions. ... read..

Govt not for public, works for own gains: Priyanka Chaturvedi slams Centre over commercial LPG hike

New Delhi | April 1, 2026 2:22:38 PM IST

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Priyanka Chaturvedi on Wednesday criticised the Centre over the recent increase in commercial LPG cylinder prices, stating that the burden of the hike will ultimately fall on the public and contribute to rising inflation. ... read..

Keralam assembly polls: Nitin Nabin confident of BJP victory in Mattannur

Kannur (Keralam) | April 1, 2026 2:22:36 PM IST

BJP National President Nitin Nabin on Wednesday held a roadshow in the Mattannur Assembly constituency, expressing confidence that the party will secure a strong mandate in the upcoming Kerala assembly elections. ... read..

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