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BJP's victory in UP confirmed in 2nd phase: Swatantra Dev

Lucknow, Apr 26 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Jal Shakti Minister Swatantra Dev Singh on Friday claimed that the wave in support of National Democratic Alliance (NDA), under the leadership of Narendra Modi, has been confirmed in the second phase of Lok Sabha polls, after the voting trends of the first phase.

#BJP's victory in UP confirmed in 2nd phase: Swatantra Dev

Around 54.86 pc votes polled in 2nd phase of LS poll in UP

Lucknow, Apr 26 (UNI) Approximately 54.86 per cent of more than over 1.67 crore voters in Uttar Pradesh exercised their franchise in the second phase of Lok Sabha elections held amidst tight security on Friday, poll officer said here.

#Around 54.86 pc votes polled in 2nd phase of LS poll in UP

Over 58% polling in Bihar LS phase 2
Patna, Apr 26 (UNI) Scorching heat appears to have affected polling percentage during the second phase of Lok Sabha elections in five seats in Bihar, as only 58.58 percent of the electorate exercised their franchise compared to 62.92 percent in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, which is 4.34 percent less this year.
#Over 58% polling in Bihar LS phase 2

Fate of 22 candidates sealed in EVMs, around 71.91% vote in Jammu-Reasi
Jammu, April 26 (UNI) The fate of 22 candidates has been sealed in the Electronic Voting Machines, with around 71.91 percent voter turnout recorded in the Jammu-Reasi Parliamentary Constituency in the phase-2 general elections on Friday.
#Fate of 22 candidates sealed in EVMs #around 71.91% vote in Jammu-Reasi

IAC chief demands action against 2 Mahayuti candidates in Pune

Pune, Apr 26 (UNI) India Against Corruption (IAC) founder-president, Hemant Patil, on Friday
filed a complaint with the Election Commission, demanding to take action against two Mahayuti candidates for alleged excess expenditure on day of filing of their nomination papers.

#IAC chief demands action against 2 Mahayuti candidates in Pune

Top Jaish militant among 2 militants killed in Sopore gun battle
Srinagar, Apr 26 (UNI) Security forces shot dead two militants during an operation in Jammu and Kashmir’s Sopore sub-district on Friday, police said.
#Top Jaish militant among 2 militants killed in Sopore gun battle

Hezbollah ambush destroys 2 Israeli vehicles on Lebanon's southern border

Beirut, April 26 (UNI) Hezbollah announced on Friday that it had prepared at dawn an ambush of guided missiles, artillery, and rockets for an Israeli convoy in the occupied Kfarchouba hills southeast of Lebanon.

#Hezbollah ambush destroys 2 Israeli vehicles on Lebanon's southern border

Around 53.17 pc votes polled in 2nd phase of LS poll in UP
Lucknow, April 26 (UNI) Approximately 53.17 percent of more than 1.67 crore voters in Uttar Pradesh exercised their franchise in the second phase of Lok Sabha elections held amidst tight security on Friday, a poll officer said here.
#Around 53.17 pc votes polled in 2nd phase of LS poll in UP

Hyd: Telangana to be One Trillion economy by 2047: CII Telangana Chairman

Hyderabad, Apr 26 (UNI) Telangana state aims for a USD One Trillion( Rs 85 lakh crore) GSDP by 2047, said Telangana CII Chairman Sai D Prasad here on Friday.

#Hyd: Telangana to be One Trillion economy by 2047: CII Telangana Chairman

Social activist along with 60 children cast vote in 2nd phase of Lok Sabha polls in Amravati

Amravati, Apr 26 (UNI) Senior social activist Shankarbaba Papalkar, engaged in rehabilitation of orphans and disabled children abandoned by their families, has set a record of sorts in history of late Ambadaspant Vaidya Divyang, Bevarasi Balgriha (orphanage), by casting vote along with his 60 children at Vajjar village in Achalpur taluka of the district in second phase of Lok Sabha elections in Maharashtra on Friday.

#Social activist along with 60 children cast vote in 2nd phase of Lok Sabha polls in Amravati

Yuvraj Singh named ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 Ambassador
Dubai, April 26 (UNI) The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Friday announced India legend Yuvraj Singh as an ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 Ambassador, with just 36 days to go until the pinnacle global event for T20 cricket gets underway.
#Yuvraj Singh named ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 Ambassador

Yuvraj Singh named ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 Ambassador
Dubai, April 26 (UNI) The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Friday announced India legend Yuvraj Singh as an ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 Ambassador, with just 36 days to go until the pinnacle global event for T20 cricket gets underway.
#Yuvraj Singh named ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 Ambassador

2 militants killed, 2 Army men injured in J&K’s Sopore gun battle
Srinagar, April 26 (UNI) Security forces shot dead two militants during an overnight operation in Jammu and Kashmir’s Sopore sub-district.
#2 militants killed #2 Army men injured in J&K’s Sopore gun battle

Rupee falls 2 paise against USD
Mumbai, April 26 (UNI) The Rupee on Friday eased 2 paise to close at 83.35 against the USD on rising demand for US Dollar by bankers and importers, dealers at the Foreign exchange said.
#Rupee falls 2 paise against USD

Shriram Finance net jumps 57 pc to Rs 2,021 cr in Q4

New Delhi, April 26 (UNI) Shriram Finance on Friday reported 56.91% year-on-year jump in consolidated net profit at Rs 2,021.28 crore for the January-March period (Q4) of financial year 2023-24.

#Shriram Finance net jumps 57 pc to Rs 2 #021 cr in Q4

New Zealand takes 2-1 lead against Pakistan in T20I cricket series
Lahore, April 26 (UNI) New Zealand claimed a crucial 2-1 lead in the five-match Twenty20 International (T20I) cricket series, edging past Pakistan by a mere four runs in a nail-biting
encounter at the Gaddafi Stadium in the host''s eastern city of Lahore on Thursday night.
#New Zealand takes 2-1 lead against Pakistan in T20I cricket series

New Zealand takes 2-1 lead against Pakistan in T20I cricket series
Lahore, April 26 (UNI) New Zealand claimed a crucial 2-1 lead in the five-match Twenty20 International (T20I) cricket series, edging past Pakistan by a mere four runs in a nail-biting
encounter at the Gaddafi Stadium in the host''s eastern city of Lahore on Thursday night.
#New Zealand takes 2-1 lead against Pakistan in T20I cricket series

Odisha: 39 candidates file nominations for 4 LS seats, 266 for 28 Assembly seats
Bhubaneswar, Apr 26 (UNI) Altogether, 39 candidates have filed nomination papers for four Lok Sabha seats, and 266 candidates have submitted nomination papers for 28 Assembly seats in Odisha, going to the polls on May 13.
#Odisha: 39 candidates file nominations for 4 LS seats #266 for 28 Assembly seats

S Korean president's approval rating rises to 24 per cent: poll

Seoul, April 26 (UNI) South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol''s approval rating rose 1 percentage point over the week to 24 percent this week, a weekly poll showed Friday.

#S Korean president's approval rating rises to 24 per cent: poll

Police foils bid to smuggle 1.30 tons beedi leaves to Sri Lanka, 2 held

Thoothukudi (Tamil Nadu), April 26 (UNI) The Q branch police thwarted a bid to smuggle 1.30 tonnes of beedi leaves worth Rs 15 lakhs to Sri Lanka via sea route at Veerapandianpattinam near Tiruchendur here on Friday.

#Police foils bid to smuggle 1.30 tons beedi leaves to Sri Lanka # 2 held

Over 25.93 pc turnout till 11 AM in Jammu-Reasi Constituency
Jammu, Apr 26 (UNI) The Jammu Parliamentary Constituency recorded over 25.93 per cent polling in the first four hours till 11 AM on Friday.
#Over 25.93 pc turnout till 11 AM in Jammu-Reasi Constituency

Karnataka records 22.3 pc voter turnout by 11 am
Bengaluru, April 26 (UNI) As the Lok Sabha polls unfolded across Karnataka on Friday,
the Election Commission of India reported an overall 22.3 per cent voter turnout by 11 am.
#Karnataka records 22.3 pc voter turnout by 11 am

UP: Approx 24.31 votes polled for 8 seats till 11 am
Lucknow, April 26 (UNI) Approximately 24.31 per cent of over 1.67 crore voters in Uttar Pradesh cast their votes in the first four hours of polling on Friday registering lowest turnout in Mathura, where legendary Bollywood actress Hema Malini is seeking reelection.
#UP: Approx 24.31 votes polled for 8 seats till 11 am

UP: Approx 24.31 votes polled for 8 seats till 11 am
Lucknow, April 26 (UNI) Approximately 24.31 per cent of over 1.67 crore voters in Uttar Pradesh cast their votes in the first two hours of polling on Friday registering lowest turnout in Mathura, where legendary Bollywood actress Hema Malini is seeking reelection.
#UP: Approx 24.31 votes polled for 8 seats till 11 am

Maha votes 7.45 pc in 2 hours on 8 seats
Mumbai, April 26 (UNI) Around 7.45 per cent of 1.49 crore voters cast their votes till 9 am across eight Lok Sabha constituencies in Vidharbha and Marathwada region of Maharashtra in the second phase of polling, poll officials said.
#Maha votes 7.45 pc in 2 hours on 8 seats

LS 2nd phase: PM Modi, Rahul urge voters
New Delhi, April 26 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and Wayanad MP Rahul Gandhi among others on Friday urged voters, particularly the young first timers and women to cast their votes in large numbers as the second phase polling began for Lok Sabha.
#LS 2nd phase: PM Modi #Rahul urge voters

Jammu-Reasi voting in 2nd phase amid tight security
Jammu, April 26 (UNI) The voting for Jammu-Reasi parliamentary constituency started on Friday in three districts of the Jammu region amid tight security arrangements.
#Jammu-Reasi voting in 2nd phase amid tight security

Voting underway in Manipur for 2nd phase
Imphal, April 26 (UNI) Voting for the Outer Manipur seat began on Friday at 7 am across eight districts. Polling have been peaceful so far.
#Voting underway in Manipur for 2nd phase

LS phase 2: Voting underway on 5 seats in Bihar
Patna, April 26 (UNI) Polling began on five seats in Bihar on a peaceful note amid tight security arrangements for second phase of Lok Sabha elections.
#LS phase 2: Voting underway on 5 seats in Bihar

Polling begins in 20 LS seats in Kerala
Thiruvananthapuram, April 26 (UNI) Polling began in all 20 Parliament constituencies at 7 am in Kerala, where 2,77,49,159 voters, including 1,43,33,499 women, will exercise their franchise in the second phase of the 18th Lok Sabha elections in the country on Friday.
#Polling begins in 20 LS seats in Kerala

Festival of democracy: People line up before booths as LS phase 2 polls begin
New Delhi, April 26 (UNI) Amid great enthusiasm, polling began in 88 constituencies spread over a dozen states and the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir at 7 am on Friday in phase two of the ongoing Lok Sabha election in the country.
#Festival of democracy: People line up before booths as LS phase 2 polls begin

Punjab police apprehend 2 drug smugglers with 1800 kg poppy husk

Chandigarh, April 25 (UNI) Punjab Police apprehended two drug smugglers and recovered 1800 kg of
poppy husk from a truck bearing a Rajasthan number plate in Barnala district on Thursday, an officer said.

#Punjab police apprehend 2 drug smugglers with 1800 kg poppy husk

Second phase election to be held on April 26 in Manipur

Imphal, Apr 25 (UNI) The second phase of General Elections to the 18th Lok Sabha will be held on Friday in Manipur. Polling will start at 7 AM and will continue till 4 PM.

#Second phase election to be held on April 26 in Manipur

Uganda cricket team in Sri Lanka ahead of 2024 ICC T20 Men's World Cup

Kampala, April 25 (UNI) Uganda''s cricket team will pitch camp and intensify their training program in Sri Lanka ahead of the International Cricket Council (ICC) T20 Men''s World Cup.

#Uganda cricket team in Sri Lanka ahead of 2024 ICC T20 Men's World Cup

Tech Mahindra net at Rs 661 crore in Q4; Company gives dividend of Rs 28 per share

New Delhi, April 25 (UNI) Mahindra Group company Tech Mahindra, a technology consulting and digital solutions provider, on Thursday reported about 41 per cent decline in net profit at Rs 661 crore year-on-year basis for the fourth quarter ended March 31, 2024.

#Tech Mahindra net at Rs 661 crore in Q4; Company gives dividend of Rs 28 per share

Maha: Marathi movie 'Juna Furniture' based on life of elderly to be released on April 26

Pune, Apr 25 (UNI) Marathi movie, ''Juna Furniture'', which is based on senior citizens, will be released across cinema halls in Maharashtra on April 26.

#Maha: Marathi movie 'Juna Furniture' based on life of elderly to be released on April 26

IIT-Madras announces top 25 teams for Carbon Zero challenge
Chennai, Apr 25 (UNI) The IIT-Madras has announced the top 25 teams that form the fourth Cohort of the annual Carbon Zero Challenge (CZC), a pioneer pan-Indian competition to encourage start-ups in the Sustainability Sector.
#IIT-Madras announces top 25 teams for Carbon Zero challenge

Odisha: Man sentenced to 20 years RI by POCSO court for raping a minor

Balasore, Apr 25 (UNI) Special Judge POCSO Ranjan Kumar Sutar on Thursday convicted a rape accused and sentenced him to 20 years of Rigorous Imprisonment with a penalty of Rs 5,000.

#Odisha: Man sentenced to 20 years RI by POCSO court for raping a minor

Six killed, 20 injured in a major fire in Patna
Patna, Apr 25 (UNI) At least six people were killed and 20 injured in a major fire at Pal Hotel near Patna junction on Thursday.
#Six killed #20 injured in a major fire in Patna

Salman House Firing: Accused to stay in police custody till April 29
Mumbai, April 25 (UNI) A local court here on Thursday extended police custody of two accused till April 29 for their alleged involvement in a firing incident outside the house of Bollywood star Salman Khan in Bandra area on April 14.
#Salman House Firing: Accused to stay in police custody till April 29

Opposition is using my 2 sisters to defeat YSRCP: AP CM

Kadapa, April 25 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy opined that the people will decide the successor of the legendary leader and former Chief Minister Y S Rajasekhara Reddy but not those who joined hands with the rivals.

#Opposition is using my 2 sisters to defeat YSRCP: AP CM

Vedanta net down 27 pc in Q4

Mumbai, Apr 25 (UNI) Indian mining company Vedanta, with its operations in iron ore, aluminium, zinc, oil and gas, on Thursday reported 27 per cent dip in net profit at Rs 2,273 crore for the fourth quarter (January-March) of FY 24 from Rs 3,132 crore in same period a year ago.

#Vedanta net down 27 pc in Q4

EC issues notice to BJP, Congress over violation of MCC; seeks reply by April 29
New Delhi, April 25 (UNI) The Election Commission on Thursday issued notices to the Presidents of BJP and Congress - JP Nadda and Mallikarjun Kharge - for the alleged violation of Model Code of Conduct by their "Star campaigners" during the campaigning of 2024 Lok Sabha election.
#EC issues notice to BJP #Congress over violation of MCC; seeks reply by April 29

Four youths killed, 2 injured as SUV rams into tree in UP
Ballia, April 25 (UNI) Four youths were killed and one injured when an SUV in which they were travelling rammed into a tree and overturned at Chitbaragaon area of Ballia district in Uttar Pradesh, police sources said on Thursday.
#Four youths killed #2 injured as SUV rams into tree in UP

SBI General Insurance records 17 pc growth in topline and a profit growth of 30 pc in FY 23-24
Kolkata, Apr 25 (UNI) SBI General Insurance announced its financial results for FY 23-24, recording 17 per cent growth in topline faster than market growth and a profit growth of 30 per cent in FY 23-24.
#SBI General Insurance records 17 pc growth in topline and a profit growth of 30 pc in FY 23-24

Tata Motors accelerates innovation: record 222 patents filed and 333 grants secured in FY24
Hyderabad, Apr 25 (UNI) Part of the USD 150 billion Tata group, Tata Motors Limited, India’s leading automobile company, has yet again achieved a significant milestone towards intellectual property rights (IPR) creation with a record-breaking number of 222 Patents and 117 designs applications filed during the year FY24, highest in its history.
#Tata Motors accelerates innovation: record 222 patents filed and 333 grants secured in FY24

Cambodia on right track to achieve malaria-free goal by 2025: PM

Phnom Penh, April 25 (UNI) Cambodia is making significant progress towards achieving its self-imposed malaria-free goal by 2025, the country''s Prime Minister Hun Manet said on Thursday.

#Cambodia on right track to achieve malaria-free goal by 2025: PM

UP: Three youths killed, 2 injured as SUV rams into tree
Ballia (UP), April 25 (UNI) Four youths were killed and one more was injured when an SUV overturned and rammed into a tree in the Chitbaragaon area of Ballia district here in Uttar Pradesh, police sources said on Thursday.
#UP: Three youths killed #2 injured as SUV rams into tree

J&K: Woman drug smuggler booked under Narco Act, 2 held in Baramulla
Srinagar, April 25 (UNI) Police booked a woman drug smuggler under the Narco Act while two other peddlers were arrested with contraband substances in Jammu and Kashmir’s Baramulla district on Thursday.
#J&K: Woman drug smuggler booked under Narco Act #2 held in Baramulla

Rishabh''s heroics propel DC to 224/4 against GT
New Delhi, April 24 (UNI) Delhi Capitals'' captain Rishabh Pant led from the front with a scintillating unbeaten knock of 88 runs off just 43 balls, guiding his team to a commanding total of 224/4 against Gujarat Titans in the 40th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) at the Arun Jaitley Stadium here on Wednesday.
#Rishabh''''s heroics propel DC to 224/4 against GT

Over 17.80 lakh voters to decide fate of 22 candidates in Jammu-Reasi LS Constituency
Jammu, April 24 (UNI) More than 17.80 lakh voters will decide the fate of 22 candidates contesting from Jammu-Reasi Parliamentary Constituency in the second phase, which will go to the polls on Friday.
#Over 17.80 lakh voters to decide fate of 22 candidates in Jammu-Reasi LS Constituency

Usain Bolt named ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 Ambassador
Dubai, April 24 (UNI) The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Wednesday announced Olympic legend Usain Bolt as an ambassador for the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, which will be played in the West Indies and USA from June 1-29.
#Usain Bolt named ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 Ambassador

Odisha BJP releases 60-page 'chargesheet' against 25-year rule of BJD government

Bhubaneswar, April 24 (UNI) In the run-up to the Lok Sabha and Assembly elections in Odisha, the state unit of the BJP sharpened its attack on the ruling BJD by releasing a 60-page ''''chargesheet'''' against the 25-year rule of the Naveen Patnaik government.

#Odisha BJP releases 60-page 'chargesheet' against 25-year rule of BJD government

Haryana ACB arrests constable for taking Rs 20000 bribe

Panchkula, Apr 24 (UNI) A team of the Haryana Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Wednesday arrested Constable Vikas, posted at Durga Shakti-2 in Gurugram district, red-handed while taking a bribe of Rs 20,000 in Hansi.

#Haryana ACB arrests constable for taking Rs 20000 bribe

Car owners demand better roads in 2024 election survey

New Delhi, April 24 (UNI) In a recent Park+ survey, 98% of Indian car owners are calling for improved road infrastructure from political contenders in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.

#Car owners demand better roads in 2024 election survey

With 455 deals, Q1 CY 2024 showcases 24 pc rise in deal volume as compared to Q4 CY23: PwC India

Kolkata, Apr 24 (UNI) With 455 deals amounting to USD 25.6 billion disclosed deal value, the first quarter of 2024 showcases a 24 per cent rise in deal volume as compared to Q4 CY23 – marking a notable resurgence.

#With 455 deals # Q1 CY 2024 showcases 24 pc rise in deal volume as compared to Q4 CY23: PwC India

Campaign ends for Apr 26 second phase election to three key North Bengal LS seats
Kolkata, Apr 24 (UNI) Curtain was rung on Wednesday on the high-pitch electioneering for the second phase Lok Sabha election to three key seats of Darjeeling, Raiganj and Balurghat
in West Bengal''s northern districts on April 26 with the political parties sparing no pains to woo the electorate.
#Campaign ends for Apr 26 second phase election to three key North Bengal LS seats

HDFC Bank educates over 2L citizens on Safe Digital Banking Practices PAN India in FY24

Hyderabad, April 24 (UNI) HDFC Bank as a part of digital banking awareness drive, conducted a series of secure banking workshops pan India.

#HDFC Bank educates over 2L citizens on Safe Digital Banking Practices PAN India in FY24

Rupee advances 2 paise against USD

Mumbai, Apr 24 (UNI) The Rupee remained strong on Wednesday as it added two paise gains to close at 83.32 against the USD on selling US Dollar by bankers and exporters, dealers at the Foreign exchange said.

#Rupee advances 2 paise against USD

Mapic India shopping and Retail Summit & awards 2024 to take place in Delhi tomorrow

New Delhi, April 24 (UNI) Mapic India Shopping Centre and Retail Summit & Awards 2024 is set to take place in New Delhi on Thursday focusing on the latest trends and innovations shaping the future of the retail industry.

#Mapic India shopping and Retail Summit & awards 2024 to take place in Delhi tomorrow

ICC Development Awards 2023 Regional Winners revealed
Dubai, April 24 (UNI) The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Wednesday revealed the regional winners in the 2023 edition of the ICC Development Awards, highlighting the remarkable success stories to have taken place in emerging cricket nations during the 2023 calendar year.
#ICC Development Awards 2023 Regional Winners revealed

Two killed, 20 injured as tractor-trolley overturns
Shahjahanpur (UP), April 24 (UNI) Two people were killed and 20 others injured when a tractor-trolley overturned in Tilhar area of Shahjahanpur district here in Uttar Pradesh, a senior officer said on Wednesday.
#Two killed #20 injured as tractor-trolley overturns

Terrorism remains most serious threats of 21st century
Moscow, April 24 (UNI) International terrorism remains one of the most serious threats of the 21st century, Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Wednesday.
#Terrorism remains most serious threats of 21st century

LS Election: Campaigning to end for phase 2 in Kerala
Thiruvananthapuram, April 24 (UNI) Election campaigning for the Lok Sabha will end on April 24 at 6 pm in Kerala and Chief Electoral Officer Sanjay Kaul said that everyone must strictly adhere to the code of conduct.
#LS Election: Campaigning to end for phase 2 in Kerala

LS Election: Campaigning to end for phase 2 in Kerala
Thiruvananthapuram, April 24 (UNI) Election campaigning for the Lok Sabha will take place on April 24 at 6 pm in Kerala and Chief Electoral Officer Sanjay Kaul said that everyone must strictly adhere to the code of conduct.
#LS Election: Campaigning to end for phase 2 in Kerala

Sensex up over 200 points
Mumbai, April 24 (UNI) The BSE Sensex remained firm for the fourth straight session on Wednesday, surging 261 points at 74,000 in opening session as buying was seen across board amid positive Asian Market.
#Sensex up over 200 points

China to launch Shenzhou-18 crewed spaceship on April 25
Jiuquan, April 24 (UNI) The Shenzhou-18 crewed spaceship is scheduled to be launched at 8:59 p.m. on Thursday (Beijing Time) from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China, announced the China Manned Space Agency (CMSA) on Wednesday.
#China to launch Shenzhou-18 crewed spaceship on April 25

ISL: Odisha FC beat Mohun Bagan 2-1 in first leg of semi-final 1
Bhubaneswar, April 24 (UNI) Odisha FC secured a 2-1 victory against the Mohun Bagan Super Giant (MBSG) at the Kalinga Stadium here in the first leg of their semi-final fixture of the Indian Super League (ISL) match on Tuesday night.
#ISL: Odisha FC beat Mohun Bagan 2-1 in first leg of semi-final 1

Maha: 21 candidates in Solapur, 32 in Madha in fray

Solapur, Apr 23 (UNI) Twenty-one candidates remained in electoral battle for the Solapur Lok Sabha
constituency after nine candidates withdrew their nomination papers on the last day of withdrawal on Tuesday.

#Maha: 21 candidates in Solapur # 32 in Madha in fray

Maha: 3 constituencies in Marathwada to go to polls in 2nd phase of LS elections
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Apr 23 (UNI) Polling for the three parliamentary constituencies in Marathwada region of Maharashtra will be held on April 26 in second phase of Lok Sabha elections.
#Maha: 3 constituencies in Marathwada to go to polls in 2nd phase of LS elections

Ruturaj''s sublime century, Shivam Dube''s brutal assault takes CSK to 210 for 4 against LSG
Chennai, Apr 23 (UNI) A sublime century by skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad, who led from the
front, and brutal assault by impact player Shivam Dube''s half century, took home favourites
and five time winner Chennai Super Kings (CSK) to 210 for four in its IPL match against
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) at the M.A.Chidambaram Stadium here on Tuesday night.
#Ruturaj''s sublime century #Shivam Dube''s brutal assault takes CSK to 210 for 4 against LSG

Ruturaj''s sublime century, Shivam Dube''s brutal assault takes CSK to 210 for 4 against LSG
Chennai, Apr 23 (UNI) A sublime century by skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad, who led from the
front, and brutal assault by impact player Shivam Dube''s half century, took home favourites
and five time winner Chennai Super Kings (CSK) to 210 for four in its IPL match against
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) at the M.A.Chidambaram Stadium here on Tuesday night.
#Ruturaj''s sublime century #Shivam Dube''s brutal assault takes CSK to 210 for 4 against LSG

Indian Army aims to increase latest weapon systems in its inventory by 2030: Gen Pande
New Delhi, April 23 (UNI) Chief of Army Staff General Manoj Pande on Tuesday said that the Indian army is aiming to increase the ratio of the latest weapon systems in its inventory by 2030 and reduce the share of the vintage systems.
#Indian Army aims to increase latest weapon systems in its inventory by 2030: Gen Pande

ISL announces tentative venues for the 2023 – 2024 Final

Mumbai, Apr 23 (UNI) The Indian Super League (ISL) on Tuesday announced that the 2023-24 season final scheduled on May 4 will be played at the home ground of the higher ranked team in
the league amongst the finalists.

#ISL announces tentative venues for the 2023 – 2024 Final

Myanmar plans to cultivate 15 mln acres of monsoon paddy in FY 2024-25

Yangon, Apr 23 (UNI) Myanmar plans to cultivate over 15 million acres of monsoon paddy in fiscal year 2024-25, with an increase of over 8,000 acres from the previous year, a Department of Agriculture official said on Tuesday.

#Myanmar plans to cultivate 15 mln acres of monsoon paddy in FY 2024-25

Ukraine's losses since 2022 amount to almost 500,000 soldiers Russia's Shoigu

Kyiv, Apr 23 (UNI) Ukraine has lost almost half a million soldiers since the beginning of the special military operation in 2022, Russian Defence Ministry Sergei Shoigu said on Tuesday.

#Ukraine's losses since 2022 amount to almost 500 #000 soldiers Russia's Shoigu

Over 240 tremors recorded off Taiwan's east coast over past 24 hours

Taipei, Apr 23 (UNI) Taiwan''s east coast was shaken by more than 240 tremors over the past day, with the largest one measuring 6.3 in magnitude, data from the Central Weather Administration (CWB) showed on Tuesday.

#Over 240 tremors recorded off Taiwan's east coast over past 24 hours

Hyd :Tropical Agro fortifies farmer solutions portfolio for upcoming 2024 Kharif season

Hyderabad, Apr 23 (UNI): Tropical Agrosystem (India) Pvt. Ltd., part of Jhaver group, a leader in the Indian agricultural sector, on Tuesday announced to unveiling of its latest suite of farming solutions meticulously tailored for the upcoming 2024 Kharif cropping season.

#Hyd :Tropical Agro fortifies farmer solutions portfolio for upcoming 2024 Kharif season

Inter celebrate 20th Serie A title in Milan Derby
Rome, Apr 23 (UNI) Inter Milan won their 20th Serie A title, beating AC Milan 2-1 in a derby that witnessed three players sent off in the dying minutes.
#Inter celebrate 20th Serie A title in Milan Derby

Inter celebrate 20th Serie A title in Milan Derby
Rome, Apr 23 (UNI) Inter Milan won their 20th Serie A title, beating AC Milan 2-1 in a derby that witnessed three players sent off in the dying minutes.
#Inter celebrate 20th Serie A title in Milan Derby

Construction cost in India likely to rise by 6 pc in 2024: JLL

Hyderabad, April 23 (UNI) The overall construction cost in the country is expected to increase by an average 6 per cent across various sectors in the Financial Year (FY) 2024, according to a latest construction cost guidebook release recently by JLL, a leading global commercial real estate and investment management company.

#Construction cost in India likely to rise by 6 pc in 2024: JLL

Maha: 258 candidates in fray for LS polls in 3rd phase

Mumbai, April 23 (UNI) Around 59 candidates in Maharashtra withdrew their nominations for the third phase Lok Sabha elections, which are scheduled for May 7 in 11 constituencies.

#Maha: 258 candidates in fray for LS polls in 3rd phase

J&K: Police booked 2 anti-national activists under PSA in Bandipora
Srinagar, Apr 23 (UNI) Police have booked two alleged anti-national activists under the Public Safety Act (PSA) in Jammu and Kashmir’s Bandipora district.
#J&K: Police booked 2 anti-national activists under PSA in Bandipora

Altogether 266 candidates in fray for LS polls in Gujarat

Gandhinagar, April 22 (UNI) A total of 62 candidates withdrew their nominations on Monday, the last day of withdrawal of nominations for the Lok Sabha elections to be held simultaneously on May 7 in all the 26 seats in Gujarat.

#Altogether 266 candidates in fray for LS polls in Gujarat

Yuzvendra Chahal makes history with 200 wickets in IPL
Jaipur, April 22 (UNI) Yuzvendra Chahal, the Rajasthan Royals leg-spinner, has etched his name in the history books by becoming the first bowler to claim 200 wickets in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Chahal reached this milestone during the match against Mumbai Indians here on Monday.
#Yuzvendra Chahal makes history with 200 wickets in IPL

Ex-TN Minister Senthilbalaji remanded extended till Apr 25
Chennai, Apr 22 (UNI) A Principal Sessions Court in Chennai on Monday extended
till April 25, the judicial remand of former Tamil Nadu Minister V.Senthilbalaji after
handing over the original documents pertaining to the Enforcement Directorate (ED)
cases filed against him.
#Ex-TN Minister Senthilbalaji remanded extended till Apr 25

Fresh poll in 8 Arunachal polling stations on April 24
Itanagar, April 22 (UNI) The Election Commission of India (ECI) has announced a fresh poll at eight polling stations in Arunachal Pradesh, which went for simultaneous elections to 18th Lok Sabha and 11th State Legislative Assembly on April 19 last.
#Fresh poll in 8 Arunachal polling stations on April 24

SAD announces 2nd list of 6 LS candidates for Punjab
Chandigarh, April 22 (UNI) Harsimrat Kaur Badal was on Monday named as the candidate from Bathinda by the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD), which declared its second list of nominees for six Punjab Lok Sabha seats.
#SAD announces 2nd list of 6 LS candidates for Punjab

Amit Shah to kickstart BJP’s election campaign from Sonepur in Odisha on April 25

Bhubaneswar, Apr 22 (UNI) Union Home Minister Amit Shah will kickstart the BJP’s election campaign from Sonepur in Western Odisha on April 25, the day nominations for the first phase of elections to four Lok Sabha seats and 28 Assembly seats in the state will close.

#Amit Shah to kickstart BJP’s election campaign from Sonepur in Odisha on April 25

Punjab: Police arrest 2 accused who demanded Rs 3 crore ransom

Ludhiana, Apr 22 (UNI) Punjab Police have arrested two men allegedly involved in making extortion call on WhatsApp to a resident in Ludhiana district demanding Rs 3 crore as ransom, a senior officer said on Monday.

#Punjab: Police arrest 2 accused who demanded Rs 3 crore ransom

What''s Hot in 2024: The Latest Trends in Kids'' Fashion?

 

UPSC CSE 2023 Results | La Excellence IAS Academy Students Shines Bright

#IAS #La Excellence IAS Academy’s #UPSC

SP announces list of 2, Tej Pratap to contest from Kannauj

Lucknow, April 22 (UNI) Putting end to speculations, the Samajwadi Party (SP) on Monday fielded former MP from Mainpuri, Tej Pratap Singh Yadav, nephew of party chief Akhilesh Yadav, from the Kannauj parliamentary seat.

#SP announces list of 2 # Tej Pratap to contest from Kannauj



WBSSC to move Supreme Court to challenge Cal HC order cancelling 2016 appointment panel

Kolkata, Apr 22 (UNI) West Bengal School Service Commission (WBSSC) on Monday announced that it would move Supreme Court to challenge Calcutta High Court ruling cancelling the 2016 appointment panel resulting in the loss of over 25,000 jobs in the government-sponsored and state-aided schools across the state.

#WBSSC to move Supreme Court to challenge Cal HC order cancelling 2016 appointment panel



Big B to play Ashwatthama in ''Kalki 2898 AD'' Sci-Fi epic

New Delhi, April 22 (UNI) Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan is set to portray the character of Ashwatthama in the upcoming film "Kalki 2898 AD".

#Big B to play Ashwatthama in ''Kalki 2898 AD'' Sci-Fi epic



Big B to play Ashwatthama in ''Kalki 2898 AD'' Sci-Fi epic

New Delhi, April 22 (UNI) Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan is set to portray the character of Ashwatthama in the upcoming film "Kalki 2898 AD".

#Big B to play Ashwatthama in ''Kalki 2898 AD'' Sci-Fi epic



Cal HC cancels entire 2016 WBSSC teachers'' appointment panel

Kolkata, Apr 22 (UNI) Calcutta High Court on Monday cancelled
the entire teachers'' appointments (over 25,000) in 2016 for the
West Bengal Government-sponsored and aided schools across
the state, court sources said.

#Cal HC cancels entire 2016 WBSSC teachers'' appointment panel

Iraq, Turkey to sign over 20 agreements during Erdogan's visit to Baghdad

Ankara, Apr 22 (UNI) Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al Sudani and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan are expected to sign over 20 agreements during Erdogan’s visit to Iraq on Monday, Iraqi government spokesman Basem Al-Awadi told Sputnik.

#Iraq # Turkey to sign over 20 agreements during Erdogan's visit to Baghdad



Rome celebrates 2,777th birthday with mega parade

Rome, April 22 (UNI) Italy''s capital celebrated the city''s 2,777th birthday Sunday, the annual retrospective of the city''s long history that in recent years has grown increasingly popular with tourists.

#Rome celebrates 2 #777th birthday with mega parade



Clashes erupt beetween 2 groups in INDIA bloc''s Ranchi rally

Ranchi, Apr 21 (UNI) A Congress candidate from Chatra constituency, K. N. Tripathi''s brother, was injured in a clash between two groups during the Ulgulan Nyay Maharally organised by the INDIA Alliance here on Sunday.

#Clashes erupt beetween 2 groups in INDIA bloc''s Ranchi rally

Russia repels 8 Ukrainian attacks in DPR area over past 24 hrs

Moscow, Apr 21 (UNI) The Center group of Russian forces has repelled eight attacks by the Ukrainian army and eliminated up to 360 servicepeople over the past 24 hours in the Donetsk People''s Republic, the Russian Defense Ministry said on Sunday.

#Russia repels 8 Ukrainian attacks in DPR area over past 24 hrs

One dead, 7 missing in Japan's 2 military helicopters crash during drills

Tokyo, Apr 21 (UNI) One person has died and seven are missing after the crash of two military helicopters in Japan, Japanese news agency Kyodo reported on Sunday, citing Japanese Defense Minister Minoru Kihara.

#One dead # 7 missing in Japan's 2 military helicopters crash during drills

Israeli army kills 2 Palestinians in Hebron

Ramallah, Apr 21 (UNI) The Israeli army killed two Palestinians northeast of the city of Hebron in the West Bank on Sunday, Palestinian sources said.

#Israeli army kills 2 Palestinians in Hebron



Shreyas Iyer leads KKR to 222/6 with captain''s knock

Kolkata, Apr 21 (UNI) Shreyas Iyer played a pivotal role in guiding Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to a formidable total against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the 36th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) at Eden Gardens here on Sunday.

#Shreyas Iyer leads KKR to 222/6 with captain''s knock



Shreyas Iyer leads KKR to 222/6 with captain''s knock

Kolkata, Apr 21 (UNI) Shreyas Iyer played a pivotal role in guiding Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to a formidable total against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the 36th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) at Eden Gardens here on Sunday.

#Shreyas Iyer leads KKR to 222/6 with captain''s knock



Odisha government announces summer vacation from April 25

Bhubaneswar, April 21 (UNI) Odisha government on Sunday announced summer vacation in schools from April 25 keeping in view the prevailing heat wave condition in the state
An order issued by the Information and Public Relations Department said given the possible summer heat and the weather department''s information, all government, government-aided, and private schools in the state will remain open from 6.30 AM to 10.30 AM for three days from April 22 to 24. UNI BD SSP.

#Odisha government announces summer vacation from April 25



Gurugram: 5 people including 2 girls die due to wall collapse

Gurugram, Apr 21 (UNI) Five people, including two girls, died and six others were injured when the
wall of a cremation ground collapsed in Gurugram, Haryana, police said on Sunday.

#Gurugram: 5 people including 2 girls die due to wall collapse



Repolling in 11 Manipur polling stations on Apr 22

Imphal, April 21 (UNI) Election Commission of India (ECI) has ordered a repoll in 11 polling stations under the Inner Manipur parliamentary constituency on Monday.

#Repolling in 11 Manipur polling stations on Apr 22



ISL: FC Goa seal Semi-final spot with 2-1 win over Chennaiyin FC

Margao, April 21 (UNI) FC Goa qualified for the Indian Super League (ISL) 2023-24 semi-finals by defeating Chennaiyin FC by 2-1 in their playoffs fixture at the Fatorda Stadium here in Goa on Saturday night.

#ISL: FC Goa seal Semi-final spot with 2-1 win over Chennaiyin FC



ISL: FC Goa seal Semi-final spot with 2-1 win over Chennaiyin FC

Margao, April 21 (UNI) FC Goa qualified for the Indian Super League (ISL) 2023-24 semi-finals by defeating Chennaiyin FC by 2-1 in their playoffs fixture at the Fatorda Stadium here in Goa on Saturday night.

#ISL: FC Goa seal Semi-final spot with 2-1 win over Chennaiyin FC



Brazil reports over 1,600 deaths from dengue in 2024

Sao Paulo, April 21 (UNI) Brazil has registered 1,601 confirmed deaths from dengue so far this year, with another 2,061 deaths under investigation, the Health Ministry said Saturday.

#Brazil reports over 1 #600 deaths from dengue in 2024



One dead, 7 missing in Japan''s 2 military helicopters crash

Tokyo, April 21 (UNI) One person has died and seven are missing after the crash of two military helicopters in Japan, Japanese news agency Kyodo reported on Sunday, citing Japanese Defense Minister Minoru Kihara.

#One dead #7 missing in Japan''''s 2 military helicopters crash



Head-Abhishek century stand powers SRH to 266/7

New Delhi, Apr 20 (UNI) Sunrisers Hyderabad rode on a sensational century partnership between Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma to post a commanding total of 266 runs for the loss of seven wickets against Delhi Capitals at Arun Jaitley Stadium here on Saturday.

#Head-Abhishek century stand powers SRH to 266/7



Head-Abhishek century stand powers SRH to 266/7

New Delhi, Apr 20 (UNI) Sunrisers Hyderabad rode on a sensational century partnership between Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma to post a commanding total of 266 runs for the loss of seven wickets against Delhi Capitals at Arun Jaitley Stadium here on Saturday.

#Head-Abhishek century stand powers SRH to 266/7



After scrutiny 21 candidates remain in the fray in Anantnag- Rajouri Lok Sabha seat

Srinagar, Apr 20 (UNI) As many as twenty-one candidates remain in the fray for the Anantnag- Rajouri Lok Sabha Constituency after scrutiny that goes in for polling on May 7.

#After scrutiny 21 candidates remain in the fray in Anantnag- Rajouri Lok Sabha seat



IPL 2024: Assistant Coach lauds Punjab Kings’ bowling unit ahead of GT

Chandigarh, Apr 20 (UNI) Chandigarh, Apr 20 (UNI) The PCA Stadium in Mullanpur (Mohali) will witness a mega clash when the Punjab Kings face off against the Gujarat Titans on Sunday.

#IPL 2024: Assistant Coach lauds Punjab Kings’ bowling unit ahead of GT



IPL 2024: Assistant Coach lauds Punjab Kings’ bowling unit ahead of GT

Chandigarh, Apr 20 (UNI) Chandigarh, Apr 20 (UNI) The PCA Stadium in Mullanpur (Mohali) will witness a mega clash when the Punjab Kings face off against the Gujarat Titans on Sunday.

#IPL 2024: Assistant Coach lauds Punjab Kings’ bowling unit ahead of GT

Telangana CM pledges crop loan waiver up to Rs 2 lakh by Aug 15

Medak (Telangana), Apr 20 (UNI) Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, reiterated that the state government would waive crop loans up to Rs 2 lakh by August 15.

#Telangana CM pledges crop loan waiver up to Rs 2 lakh by Aug 15

Punjab: Clash among prisoners kills 2 in Sangrur

Sangrur, Apr 20 (UNI) Two prisoners died and two others injured in a clash between two gangs of prisoners in
Sangrur Jail in Punjab in the intervening night of Friday and Saturday.

#Punjab: Clash among prisoners kills 2 in Sangrur

Over 800 Afghan refugees return home from Pak in 2 days

Kabul, Apr 20 (UNI) More than 800 Afghan refugees have returned to their homeland from neighbouring Pakistan on Friday and Thursday, Afghanistan''s Ministry for Refugees and Repatriation Affairs said Saturday.

#Over 800 Afghan refugees return home from Pak in 2 days

UP govt to run 'Road Safety Fortnight' from from Apr 22

Lucknow, Apr 20 (UNI) The Uttar Pradesh government is set to hold ''Road Safety Fortnight'' in the state UP between April 22 to May 4 as in line with the directives of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, the Transport Department will organise the campaign as part of its efforts to reduce road accidents by 50 percent.

#UP govt to run 'Road Safety Fortnight' from from Apr 22

UP government to observe Road Safety Fortnight from April 22

Lucknow, Apr 20 (UNI) The Uttar Pradesh Government is set to hold Road Safety Fortnight in the state from April 22 to May 4 as per the directives of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath.

#UP government to observe Road Safety Fortnight from April 22



EPFO adds 7.78 lakh new members in February, 2024 : Govt

New Delhi, Apr 20 (UNI) The government on Saturday said that around 7.78 lakh new members have joined Employees Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) in the month of February 2024.

#EPFO adds 7.78 lakh new members in February #2024 : Govt

Thunderstorm accompanied with hailstorm likely in Telangana in next 24 hours : Met

Hyderabad, Apr 20 (UNI) Thunderstorm accompanied with hailstorm, lightning and gusty winds with speed reaching 50-60 kmph is very likely to occur at isolated pockets in Jagtial, Rajanna Sircilla, Karimnagar, Bhadradri Kothagudem, Khammam, Mahabubabad, Warangal, Hanamkonda, Vikarabad, Sangareddy, Kamareddy and Nagarkurnool districts of Telangana during the next 24 hours, Meteorological Centre said on Saturday.

#Thunderstorm accompanied with hailstorm likely in Telangana in next 24 hours : Met



EC suspend 2 Bengal cops in Murshidabad

Kolkata, Apr 20 (UNI) The Election Commission of India (ECI) has suspended two police officers of OC rank in West Bengal. Those suspended are officers-in charge of Saktipur and Beldanga police stations in Murshidabad district. They failed to contain violence on April 17 in their respective jurisdiction.

#EC suspend 2 Bengal cops in Murshidabad



UP: 4 killed, 24 injured as tractor-trolley overturns

Mainpuri (UP), April 20 (UNI) Four women were killed and 24 others were injured when a tractor-trolley overturned after being hit by a truck in Bhongaon area of Mainpuri district here in Uttar Pradesh on Saturday, police sources said here.

#UP: 4 killed #24 injured as tractor-trolley overturns



Not every development took place after 2014: Maha Cong chief

Mumbai, April 20 (UNI) Maharashtra Pradesh Congress Committee (MPCC) president Nana Patole has criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his desperate attempt to seek votes in the name of Lord Shri Ram and reminded him and his BJP government that not everything that helped the country and its people progress has happened in just last 10 years.

#Not every development took place after 2014: Maha Cong chief

Liquor worth Rs 34.32 lakh seized in Sindhudurg, 2 detained

Kolhapur / Sindhudurg, Apr 19 (UNI) The flying squad of State Excise department of Kolhapur division on Friday seized India-made foreign liquor worth Rs 34.32 lakh from a tempo at Oros in Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra while illegally being transported from neighbouring Goa and detained two people in this connection.

#Liquor worth Rs 34.32 lakh seized in Sindhudurg # 2 detained



Only 48.23 per cent polling in Bihar, 5.24 per cent less from 2019 LS polls

Patna, Apr 19 (UNI) Despite best efforts made by Election Commission and appeals from top leaders and celebrities, poll percentage in first phase of Lok Sabha elections in Bihar could reach only 48.23 per cent, which is 5.24 per cent less than polling of 2019 general elections in the state.

#Only 48.23 per cent polling in Bihar #5.24 per cent less from 2019 LS polls



JK: 2 labourers die after falling into trench in Kulgam

Srinagar, Apr 19 (UNI) At least two labourers died and as many were rescued when they slipped down into a trench in Jammu-Kashmir’s Kulgam district on Friday.

#JK: 2 labourers die after falling into trench in Kulgam

Dharwad gears up for competitive LS polls with 29 candidates filing 44 nominations

Dharwad, April 19 (UNI) The Dharwad Constituency is bracing for a competitive Lok Sabha election as a total of 29 candidates have filed 44 nominations for the upcoming polls.

#Dharwad gears up for competitive LS polls with 29 candidates filing 44 nominations

AP: Jana Sena chief Pawan Kalyan to file nomination for Pithapuram on April 23

Kakinada, Apr 19 (UNI) Jana Sena Party (JSP) chief Pawan Kalyan will file his nomination for the Pithapuram Assembly constituency to the returning officer on April 23.

#AP: Jana Sena chief Pawan Kalyan to file nomination for Pithapuram on April 23



Maha: 2024 LS election to fulfil dream of Vikasit Bharat: Modi

Mumbai, Apr 19 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday asserted that the 2024 Lok Sabha election is an election to fulfil the dream of a Vikasit Bharat and a self-reliant India.

#Maha: 2024 LS election to fulfil dream of Vikasit Bharat: Modi

KFON bags ‘Infrastructure Initiative of the Year’ title at Asian Telecom Awards 2024

Thiruvananthapuram, April 19 (UNI) The Kerala Government''s ambitious project, Kerala Fibre Optic Network Limited (KFON), received the ''Infrastructure Initiative of the Year'' award at the Asian Telecom Awards 2024 held at Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Singapore.

#KFON bags ‘Infrastructure Initiative of the Year’ title at Asian Telecom Awards 2024

Hyd: ACB traps SI & two others accepting Rs 20k bribe

Hyderabad, April 19 (UNI) The sleuths of the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Thursday caught red-handed a Sub-Inspector of Bhadrachalm Police Station in Bhadradri Kothagudem district and two others when they were accepting Rs 20,000.

#Hyd: ACB traps SI & two others accepting Rs 20k bribe



Severe heatwave expected over many parts of India till April 23: IMD

New Delhi, Apr 19 (UNI) India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Friday predicted heatwave to severe heatwave over East India till April 23 and heat over parts of South Peninsular India for today.

#Severe heatwave expected over many parts of India till April 23: IMD



Post August 2019 situation not acceptable: Mehbooba Mufti

Srinagar April 19 (UNI) Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) President Mehbooba Mufti on Friday said that the main purpose of the party to seek votes in the Lok Sabha election is to tell the country through Parliament that what BJP has done to them in 2019 (abrogation of Article 370) which is not acceptable to us.

#Post August 2019 situation not acceptable: Mehbooba Mufti



Rainy weather to continue for 2nd day in Kashmir

Srinagar, Apr 19 (UNI) Rainfall in plains and light snow on mountains continued for the second day in Kashmir, with temperatures dropping across the valley on Friday.

#Rainy weather to continue for 2nd day in Kashmir

NZ names initial athletics team for Paris 2024

Wellington, Apr 19 (UNI) The New Zealand Olympic Committee (NZOC) on Friday named its initial athletics team set to compete at Paris 2024.

#NZ names initial athletics team for Paris 2024

SCR sets record with 649 Km track renewal in FY 2023-24

Hyderabad, Apr 19 (UNI) South Central Railway (SCR) has achieved a monumental milestone in its history by completing the renewal of 649 kilometers of track across its network during the fiscal year 2023–24, marking its highest-ever performance in this regard.

#SCR sets record with 649 Km track renewal in FY 2023-24



Uttarakhand records 24.83 pc voter turnout till 11 am

Dehradun, Apr 19 (UNI) Uttarakhand has witnessed an average voter turnout of 24.83 per cent for five Lok Sabha seats till 11am on Friday,
Excluding the Nainital constituency, voting percentages in the other four constituencies have surpassed those of the 2019 elections within the same timeframe, which recorded 23.59 per cent turnout by Friday midday.

#Uttarakhand records 24.83 pc voter turnout till 11 am



Heatwave conditions likely to prevail in Telangana in next 24 hrs: Met

Hyderabad, Apr 19 (UNI) Heatwave conditions are likely to prevail in isolated pockets in Karimnagar, Peddapalli, Jayashankar Bhupalpally, Mulugu, Bhadradri Kothagudem, Khammam, Nalgonda, and Suryapet districts of Telangana during the next 24 hours, the Meteorological Centre said on Friday.

#Heatwave conditions likely to prevail in Telangana in next 24 hrs: Met



Heatwave conditions likely to prevail in Telangana in next 24 hours: Met

Hyderabad, Apr 19 (UNI) Heatwave conditions are likely to prevail in isolated pockets in Karimnagar, Peddapalli, Jayashankar Bhupalpally, Mulugu, Bhadradri Kothagudem, Khammam, Nalgonda, and Suryapet districts of Telangana during the next 24 hours, the Meteorological Centre said on Friday.

#Heatwave conditions likely to prevail in Telangana in next 24 hours: Met



India International Industrial Expo in Kochi from Dec 13-15, 2024

Kochi, Apr 19 (UNI) India International Industrial Expo (IIIE-2024), a gateway to a comprehensive industrial showcase, will be held here on December 13, 14 and 15, 2024 with the participation of more than 10,000 trade visitors and 350 leading Industrial manufacturers, IIIE CEO Siji Nair said on Friday.

#India International Industrial Expo in Kochi from Dec 13-15 #2024



TN LS polls : 24.37 pc turn out till 1100 hrs, two elderly voters dies in Salem due to heat wave

Chennai, Apr 19 (UNI) An estimated 24.37 per cent of the total 6.23 crore electorate
have cast their ballots till 1100 hours, as the single phase Polling to elect 39 members
to the18th Lok Sabha from Tamil Nadu, which began on Friday morning, progressed
smoothly, amid tight security.

#TN LS polls : 24.37 pc turn out till 1100 hrs #two elderly voters dies in Salem due to heat wave



UP: Around 25.2 pc votes polled on 8 seats till 11 am

Lucknow, April 19 (UNI) Approximately 25.2 per cent of 1.44 crore voters polled their votes in four hours across eight parliamentary constituencies in the first phase of Lok Sabha elections in Uttar Pradesh till 11 am, as per polling officials.

#UP: Around 25.2 pc votes polled on 8 seats till 11 am

Jalandhar police arrest 2 operatives of Bambiha Gang with 3 pistols & 1 kg opium

Jalandhar, Apr 19 (UNI) In a major breakthrough, Jalandhar Commissionerate Police on Friday averted planned sensational crimes with the arrest of two operatives of the Bambiha Gang. DGP Gaurav Yadav said the gang is involved in multiple heinous crimes such as murder, threats, extortion, ransom, and many other criminal activities in many districts of Punjab.

#Jalandhar police arrest 2 operatives of Bambiha Gang with 3 pistols & 1 kg opium



J&K: 8.44 pc turnout in Kathua-Udhampur in 2 hrs

Jammu, April 19 (UNI) Around 8.44 per cent of 16.23 lakh voters cast their votes in the initial two hours of polling till 9.30 am in the Udhampur Parliamentary Constituency (PC) on Friday in a peaceful manner.

#J&K: 8.44 pc turnout in Kathua-Udhampur in 2 hrs



Bengal casts 15 pc votes in 2 hrs across 3 LS seats

Kolkata, April 19 (UNI) An estimated 15 per cent of 5.6 million voters polled their votes in first two hours till 9 am in the three Lok Sabha constituencies of West Bengal - Cooch Behar, Alipurduar and Jalpaiguri.

#Bengal casts 15 pc votes in 2 hrs across 3 LS seats

Polling process smooth in TN, 12.55 pc turn out in first 2 hrs : CEO

Chennai, Apr 19 (UNI) An estimated 12.55 per cent of the total 6.23 crore electorate
have cast their ballots in the first two hours, as single phase Polling to elect 39 members
to the18th Lok Sabha from Tamil Nadu began on Friday morning, amid tight security.

#Polling process smooth in TN # 12.55 pc turn out in first 2 hrs : CEO

Polling begins in TN, 12.55 pc turn out in first 2 hrs

Chennai, Apr 19 (UNI) An estimated 12.55 per cent of the total 6.23 crore electorate
have cast their ballots, as single phase Polling to elect 39 members to the18th Lok
Sabha from Tamil Nadu began on Friday morning, amid tight security.

#Polling begins in TN # 12.55 pc turn out in first 2 hrs

Over 20 juveniles arrested in Australia's Queensland amid youth crime crackdown

Canberra, Apr 19 (UNI) Australian police reported on Friday that a three-week operation targeting high-risk juvenile offending recently concluded in Queensland''s Gold Coast, with more than 20 young people apprehended and charged.

#Over 20 juveniles arrested in Australia's Queensland amid youth crime crackdown



LS phase 1: Polling begins across 21 states & UTs

New Delhi, April 19 (UNI) Voting started on Friday in 102 parliamentary constituencies across 21 states and union territories to elect members to the 18th Lok Sabha whose results will be out after 47 days and seven phases of polling.

#LS phase 1: Polling begins across 21 states & UTs

VBA announces 6th list of 2 candidates for LS election in Maha

Mumbai, Apr 18 (UNI) The Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi (VBA) on Thursday announced the sixth list of two candidates for the Lok Sabha elections in Maharashtra.

#VBA announces 6th list of 2 candidates for LS election in Maha



First phase of LS polls to begin with voting in 102 constituencies across 21 states tomorrow

New Delhi, April 18 (UNI) The World'' s largest democracy India is all set to go to Lok Sabha Polls 2024 to begin on Friday, with polling will be held in 102 constituencies spread across 21 states and Union Territories in the first phase.

#First phase of LS polls to begin with voting in 102 constituencies across 21 states tomorrow

First phase of LS polls to begin with voting in 102 constituencies across 21 states tomorrow

New Delhi, April 18 (UNI) The World'' s largest democracy India is all set to go to Lok Sabha Polls 2024 to being on Friday, with polling will be held in 102 constituencies spread across 21 states and Union Territories in the first phase.

#First phase of LS polls to begin with voting in 102 constituencies across 21 states tomorrow

Run-up to KTM 2024 warms up with 1,810 buyer registrations

Kochi, Apr 18 (UNI) Five months ahead of its start, the 12th edition of Kerala Travel Mart (KTM-2024) in the city has earned big response from India and abroad, with buyer registrations crossing 1,810, of whom 495 are from high-end foreign markets.

#Run-up to KTM 2024 warms up with 1 #810 buyer registrations

Nomination for 4 LS & 28 Assembly seats begins in Odisha

Bhubaneswar, Apr 18 (UNI) The nomination for the first phase of polling in Odisha, covering four Lok Sabha and 28 Assembly constituencies, began on Thursday with the issuance of the gazetted notification by the Election Commission of India.

#Nomination for 4 LS & 28 Assembly seats begins in Odisha

Microsoft and ByteXL join hands to Present HackXcelerate 2024 at CBIT in Hyderabad

Hyderabad, Apr 18 (UNI) Microsoft, a global technology leader, has joined hands with ByteXL, a pioneering EdTech platform, to present HackXcelerate 2024, a nationwide hackathon aimed at igniting creativity and enhancing problem-solving skills among students.

#Microsoft and ByteXL join hands to Present HackXcelerate 2024 at CBIT in Hyderabad

Nomination for 4 LS & 28 Assembly seats begins in Odisha

Bhubaneswar, Apr 18 (UNI) The nomination for the first phase of polling in Odisha, covering four Lok Sabha and 28 Assembly constituencies, began on Thursday with the issuance of the gazetted notification by the Election Commission of India.

#Nomination for 4 LS & 28 Assembly seats begins in Odisha

Heatwave: Summer vacation to begin from April 22 for government schools in Bengal

Kolkata, Apr 18 (UNI) The West Bengal Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board on Thursday announced advance summer vacation beginning April 22 for the government and government- aided schools owing to the current heat spell, official sources said.

#Heatwave: Summer vacation to begin from April 22 for government schools in Bengal



Infosys net up 30.5 pc in Q4; declares Rs 28 per share dividend

New Delhi, Apr 18 (UNI) India’s second-largest software IT company, Infosys, on Thursday announced a 30 percent jump in net profit at Rs 7969 crore during the January–March quarter of 2023–24, compared to Rs 6106 crore in the previous quarter.

#Infosys net up 30.5 pc in Q4; declares Rs 28 per share dividend

Youth Environmental Summit 2024 highlights importance of conservation

New Delhi, Apr 18 (UNI) The recent Youth Environment Summit (YES) 2024, hosted by the University School of Environment Management (USEM) of GGSIPU, showcased the critical role of youth in environmental conservation.

#Youth Environmental Summit 2024 highlights importance of conservation



Delhi court extends judicial custody of AAP leader Manish Sisodia till April 26

New Delhi, Apr 18 (UNI) A Delhi court today extended the Judicial Custody of Aam Admi Party (AAP) leader and former Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia till April 26 in connection with a money laundering case related to the alleged excise policy scam.

#Delhi court extends judicial custody of AAP leader Manish Sisodia till April 26

SpaceX launches 23 more Starlink internet satellites into space

Washington, April 18 (UNI) U.S. private space company SpaceX launched 23 more Starlink satellites into orbit on Wednesday.

#SpaceX launches 23 more Starlink internet satellites into space

SpaceX launches 23 more Starlink internet satellites into space

Washington, April 18 (UNI) U.S. private space company SpaceX launched 23 more Starlink satellites into orbit on Wednesday.

#SpaceX launches 23 more Starlink internet satellites into space

Google fires 28 employees for protesting cloud computing deal with Israel

California, Apr 18 (UNI) US corporation Google has fired 28 employees who took part in protests against the tech giant''s $1.2 billion project to supply the Israeli government with cloud computing services, US media reported on Thursday, citing a Google spokeswoman and employees.

#Google fires 28 employees for protesting cloud computing deal with Israel



MeT predicts rain, snow over J&K during next 24 hrs

Srinagar, Apr 18 (UNI) Meteorological Centre Srinagar on Thursday predicted widespread rain and light snow over the higher reaches of Jammu and Kashmir during the next 24 hours.

#MeT predicts rain #snow over J&K during next 24 hrs



Sensex up over 200 points

Mumbai, Apr 18 (UNI) Snapping a losing streak of the last three sessions, the BSE Sensex on Thursday gained 240 points to open at 73183.10 on the strength of commodities, utilities, and auto stocks.

#Sensex up over 200 points

About 20,000 runners race at annual Tel Aviv Night Run

Jerusalem, Apr 18 (UNI) About 20,000 runners took part in the Tel Aviv Night Run in the Israeli coastal city on Wednesday night.

#About 20 #000 runners race at annual Tel Aviv Night Run



5.4-magnitude quake hits 272 km W of Houma, Tonga: USGS

New York, Apr 18 (UNI) An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.4 jolted 272 km W of Houma, Tonga, at 21:31:48 GMT on Wednesday, the U.S. Geological Survey said.

#5.4-magnitude quake hits 272 km W of Houma #Tonga: USGS

Iranian rescuers save 21 crewmen of sinking Sri Lankan tanker in Gulf of Oman

Tehran, Apr 18 (UNI) Iranian rescuers on Wednesday saved 21 crew members of a storm-hit Sri Lankan oil tanker from drowning along with their ship in the Gulf of Oman, Iran''s official news agency IRNA reported.

#Iranian rescuers save 21 crewmen of sinking Sri Lankan tanker in Gulf of Oman



Ex-TN Minister Senthilbalaji remand extended till Apr 22

Chennai, Apr 18 (UNI) The Principal Sessions Court has extended, till April 22, the judicial remand of senior DMK leader and former Tamil Nadu Minister V Senthil Balaji.

#Ex-TN Minister Senthilbalaji remand extended till Apr 22



ISRO planning 2nd test flight of uncrewed Gaganyaan mission on Apr 24 : Somanath

Chennai, Apr 18 (UNI) The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) will be embarking on achieving yet another significant milestone as part of its Gaganyaan mission next week.

#ISRO planning 2nd test flight of uncrewed Gaganyaan mission on Apr 24 : Somanath

Punjab: Drugs, cash, other valuables worth Rs 243.95 crore seized

Chandigarh, Apr 17 (UNI) Enforcement agencies have seized drugs, liquor, unaccounted-for cash, and freebies
worth Rs 243.95 crore in Punjab over the past month since the model code of conduct for the LS Elections came into force.

#Punjab: Drugs # cash # other valuables worth Rs 243.95 crore seized

Odisha: Two convicts sentenced to 20-year-RI for raping minor girl

Puri, April 17 (UNI) Puri POCSO court Additional Sessions Judge Ramanath Panda has sentenced two persons in two separate cases to 20-year-RI with Rs.20,000 fine each for raping minor girls.

#Odisha: Two convicts sentenced to 20-year-RI for raping minor girl

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ECoR to run 20 pairs of summer special trains

Bhubaneswar, Apr 17 (UNI) The East Coast Railway (ECoR) has decided to run 20 pairs of special trains in its jurisdiction towards different destinations of the country to clear additional rush in regular trains during summer.

#ECoR to run 20 pairs of summer special trains

Australia reveals opening ceremony uniforms for Paris 2024 Olympic Games

Sydney, Apr 17 (UNI) Australia''s opening ceremony uniforms were officially unveiled at Sydney''s Clovelly Bay on Wednesday, with 100 days to go before the Paris 2024 Olympic Games kicks off.

#Australia reveals opening ceremony uniforms for Paris 2024 Olympic Games

Alejandro Sanchez Lopez named Best Player in I-League 2023-24

New Delhi, Apr 17 (UNI) Yet another season of the I-League has come to an end, with Mohammedan Sporting winning their maiden national league title, and in the process, gaining promotion to the Indian Super League.

#Alejandro Sanchez Lopez named Best Player in I-League 2023-24

Punjab: 2 arrested in fake stamps racket

Phagwara (Punjab), April 17 (UNI) The police in Phagwara busted a racket run by criminals lodged in a Punjab jail who used fake stamp papers to get bails for those lodged behind bars. Two men were arrested and three fake stamps were recovered from them.

#Punjab: 2 arrested in fake stamps racket

IOC launches Paris 2024 official mobile game

Geneva, Apr 17 (UNI) The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has announced that the official mobile game for the Paris 2024 Olympics - Olympics Go! Paris 2024 - was launched to provide truly Olympic gaming experience to the fans.

#IOC launches Paris 2024 official mobile game

100 days to go for Paris 2024 Olympics

New Delhi, Apr 17 (UNI) With just 100 days remaining until the start of their journey at the Paris Olympics, the Indian Men’s Hockey Team is poised for an exhilarating quest.

#100 days to go for Paris 2024 Olympics

Last date for applying to EDII's PGDM programs April 27

Ahmedabad, April 17 (UNI) The Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India (EDII) has launched the application process for its esteemed 2-year PGDM programmes: PGDM in Entrepreneurship (PGDM-E) and PGDM in Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Venture Development (PGDM-IEV).

#Last date for applying to EDII's PGDM programs April 27

PHD Chamber identifies 10 key enablers for India to become Viksit Bharat by 2047

New Delhi, Apr 17 (UNI) Industry body PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry has identified 10 key enablers including ease of doing business, reducing cost of doing business such as cost of capital, power, logistics, land among others, that would lead the Indian economy to “Viksit Bharat by 2047”
Releasing a blueprint for “Viksit Bharat by 2047”, the PHDCCI said the Indian economy is displaying robust growth post Covid pandemic despite continued global headwinds. India’s economy will become USD 34.7 trillion by 2047 with per capita income of USD 21000.

#PHD Chamber identifies 10 key enablers for India to become Viksit Bharat by 2047

Mahmood in search of Pakistan's best XI ahead of T20 World Cup 2024

Karachi, Apr 17 (UNI) Pakistan head coach Azhar Mahmood said that Pakistan would look to try out different combinations and game plans in the lead-up to the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024.

#Mahmood in search of Pakistan's best XI ahead of T20 World Cup 2024



PM Modi set to headline poll campaign for Chikkaballapur, Kolar seats on April 20

Bengaluru, April 17 (UNI) As the Lok Sabha polls draw near, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to headline an election campaign meeting for the Chikkaballapur and Kolar Lok Sabha constituencies on April 20 in Chikkaballapur.

#PM Modi set to headline poll campaign for Chikkaballapur #Kolar seats on April 20



Sonata unveils latest collection for Spring & Summer 2024

Hyderabad, Apr 17 (UNI) Poze by Sonata, the sub-brand known for blending contemporary fashion with timeless watchmaking, on Wednesday announced its latest collection for Spring & Summer 2024.

#Sonata unveils latest collection for Spring & Summer 2024



Bhuvan Bam, Shriya Pilgaonkar wrap up ‘Taaza Khabar 2’ shoot

Mumbai, April 17 (UNI) Hotstar Specials’ Taaza Khabar season 2 wrapped up shoot and are geared up for release exclusively on Disney+ Hotstar.

#Bhuvan Bam #Shriya Pilgaonkar wrap up ‘Taaza Khabar 2’ shoot



Trump ‘hush money’: 7 Jurors sworn in on day 2

Washington, April 17 (UNI) Judge Juan Merchan has sworn in seven jurors out of the 12 needed to proceed with the trial in Donald Trump’s "hush money" case, a news report said.

#Trump ‘hush money’: 7 Jurors sworn in on day 2



SCR crosses Rs 20K crore in gross originating revenue first time

Hyderabad, April 17 (UNI) Continuing its remarkable performance from FY 2022-23, the South Central Railway (SCR) has achieved a significant milestone by exceeding Rs 20,000 crore in gross originating revenue during FY 2023-24.

#SCR crosses Rs 20K crore in gross originating revenue first time



Rain, snow likely in J&K over next 2 days

Srinagar, April 17 (UNI) With below normal temperatures continuing in Jammu and Kashmir, the Meteorological Centre Srinagar on Wednesday predicted another spell of rain and snow over the next two days.

#Rain #snow likely in J&K over next 2 days



Sunil Naraine''s century helps KKR set 224-run target for RR

Kolkata, April 16 (UNI) Sunil Narine played a fantastic innings to score a century and helped Kolkata Knight Riders set a 224-run target for Rajasthan Royals in the 31st match of IPL 2024 at Eden Gardens here on Tuesday.

#Sunil Naraine''''s century helps KKR set 224-run target for RR



Sunil Naraine''s century helps KKR set 224-run target for RR

Kolkata, April 16 (UNI) Sunil Narine played a fantastic innings to score a century and helped Kolkata Knight Riders set a 224-run target for Rajasthan Royals in the 31st match of IPL 2024 at Eden Gardens here on Tuesday.

#Sunil Naraine''''s century helps KKR set 224-run target for RR



Encounter in Chhattisgarh: At least 29 Naxalites killed

Jagdalpur, April 16 (UNI) At least 29 Naxalites were killed and three soldiers injured on Tuesday in an encounter between police and the red ultras in Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, police said here.

#Encounter in Chhattisgarh: At least 29 Naxalites killed

Day temperatures rise above 40 degrees Celsius in 29 locations in Odisha

Bhubaneswar, Apr 16 (UNI) Several parts of Odisha are reeling under grueling heatwave conditions, with daytime temperatures rising to above 40 degrees Celsius in as many as 29 locations across the state on Tuesday.

#Day temperatures rise above 40 degrees Celsius in 29 locations in Odisha

MET City of RIL garners Rs 1,913 crore from booking of plots in 2023-24

New Delhi, Apr 16 (UNI) Reliance Model Economic Township (MET City), a wholly owned subsidiary of Reliance Industries Limited, on Tuesday said the total number of plots booked during 2023-24 stood at 1079 across all segments resulting in a booking value of Rs 1,913 crore, 60 per cent jump over previous year.

#MET City of RIL garners Rs 1 #913 crore from booking of plots in 2023-24



Raghavendra Rathore Jodhpur launches their Spring Summer 2024 collection at the Trunk show at Ritz Carlton (Pune) on 19th-20th April

New Delhi (India), April 16: Embracing the ethos of recycling and reinventing classic styling, the new collection offers an exquisite blend of heritage and contemporary designs, tailored for the discerning modern client.

Uganda to send five teams for 2024 ISF Football World Cup in Dalian

Kampala, Apr 16 (UNI) Uganda will send five teams to the 2024 International School Sport Federation (ISF) Football World Cup in China.

#Uganda to send five teams for 2024 ISF Football World Cup in Dalian

Olympic flame for Paris 2024 Summer Games lit in Ancient Olympia

Ancient Olympia (Greece), Apr 16 (UNI) The Olympic flame that will be burning for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games started its journey after being ignited at the birthplace of the Games in Ancient Olympia, Greece on Tuesday during a traditional ceremony.

#Olympic flame for Paris 2024 Summer Games lit in Ancient Olympia

Road accident kills one, injures 20 in Afghan

Kabul, Apr 16 (UNI) One commuter lost his life and 20 others sustained injuries as a minibus turned turtle in west Afghanistan''s Badghis province on Tuesday, provincial government spokesman Qari Hanzala Jawandi said.

#Road accident kills one # injures 20 in Afghan



Aditya Srivastava tops UPSC Civil Service Exam 2023

New Delhi, Apr 16 (UNI) Aditya Srivastava has topped the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Civil Services Examination, 2023, the results of which were declared by the Commission on Tuesday.

#Aditya Srivastava tops UPSC Civil Service Exam 2023



Telangana: ACB catches TSRTC Huzurabad Depot Manager accepting Rs 20,000 bribe

Hyderabad, Apr 16 (UNI) The sleuths of the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) have caught red-handed TSRTC Huzurabad Depot Manager Samala Srikanth when he was accepting a bribe amount of Rs 20,000.

#Telangana: ACB catches TSRTC Huzurabad Depot Manager accepting Rs 20 #000 bribe

Sporting Club Bengaluru emerge I-League 2 champions

New Delhi, Apr 16 (UNI) Sporting Club Bengaluru were crowned champions of the 2023-24 I-League 2 with two rounds to spare as they beat Sudeva Delhi FC 1-0 at the Ambedkar Stadium here.

#Sporting Club Bengaluru emerge I-League 2 champions



BJP announces 21 more candidates for Assembly seats in Odisha, Dillip Ray to contest Rourkela seat

Bhubaneswar, Apr 16(UNI) Veteran BJP leader and former Union Minister Dillip Ray has been nominated by the BJP to contest from Rourkela Assembly seat, which he had won thrice in the past.

#BJP announces 21 more candidates for Assembly seats in Odisha #Dillip Ray to contest Rourkela seat



ISL announces venues of 2023-2024 Playoffs & Semi-Finals

Mumbai, Apr 16 (UNI) The Indian Super League on Monday night announced the venues of the 2023 - 2024 knockouts and semi-finals to commence on April 19.

#ISL announces venues of 2023-2024 Playoffs & Semi-Finals



ISL: Dimitri Petratos named Player of Month for March 2024

Kolkata, Apr 16 (UNI) Dimitrios Petratos of Mohun Bagan Super Giant has clinched the Indian Super League (ISL) Player of the Month award for March 2024, it was announced on Monday night.

#ISL: Dimitri Petratos named Player of Month for March 2024



3 killed, 2 injured in coastal Ecuador armed attack

Quito, Apr 16 (UNI) Three people, including two police officers, were killed and two other officers were injured in an armed attack Monday on the road to Samborondon, a town in the coastal province of Guayas in southwest Ecuador, the country''s Attorney General''s Office (FGE) said.

#3 killed #2 injured in coastal Ecuador armed attack



SC grants 2 weeks to LS Secretariat to reply to Bengal’s plea

New Delhi, April 15 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Monday granted two weeks to the Lok Sabha secretariat to file its response on the plea of the West Bengal Chief Secretary and other officials challenging the notice issued to them by the Lok Sabha Privileges Committee.

#SC grants 2 weeks to LS Secretariat to reply to Bengal’s plea



SRH break own record by scoring 287/3 against RCB

Bengaluru, April 15 (UNI) In an incredible achievement, Sunrisers Hyderabad broke their own record by scoring 287/3, especially against a team like Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB).

#SRH break own record by scoring 287/3 against RCB



SRH break own record by scoring 287/3 against RCB

Bengaluru, April 15 (UNI) In an incredible achievement, Sunrisers Hyderabad broke their own record by scoring 287/3, especially against a team like Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB).

#SRH break own record by scoring 287/3 against RCB



Maha: PM Modi to address election rally on Apr 20 in Parbhani

Parbhani, Apr 15 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address an election rally here on April 20 to campaign for Mahayuti''s official candidate, Mahadev Jankar, of Parbhani.

#Maha: PM Modi to address election rally on Apr 20 in Parbhani

J&K: Drug Peddler arrested with 20Kg Charas in Shopian: Police.

Srinagar, Apr 15 (UNI) Police on Monday arrested a drug peddler with a huge quantity of Charas from his possession in Jammu and Kashmir’s Shopian district.

#J&K: Drug Peddler arrested with 20Kg Charas in Shopian: Police.

From playing animal sounds to Indian folktales, households with young kids spend 2X more time on Alexa

Kolkata, Apr 15 (UNI) From listening to Indian folktales to playing animal sounds, Indian households with young kids who use Alexa at home are two times more engaged than other users.

#From playing animal sounds to Indian folktales # households with young kids spend 2X more time on Alexa

Stone pelting on AP CM: Police announce Rs 2 lakh reward

Vijayawada, April 15 (UNI) The police announced a Rs 2 lakh reward to those who provided information about the accused, who hurled stones at Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy.

#Stone pelting on AP CM: Police announce Rs 2 lakh reward



Rahul Gandhi begins his 2-day election campaign in Wayanad parliamentary constituency

Wayanad, April 15 (UNI) AICC leader and Incumbent MP of Wayanad Lok Sabha constituency has started his two-day election campaign by holding rallies and public meetings from Sulthan Bathery, Mananthavady, Vellamunda, and Pulpally and also visiting the Bishop of Mananthavady diocese during the election campaign on the first day, Monday.

#Rahul Gandhi begins his 2-day election campaign in Wayanad parliamentary constituency



Delhi Court extends Judicial Custody of Kejriwal till April 23

New Delhi, Apr 15 (UNI) A Delhi Court on Monday extended the judicial custody of Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal till April 23 in the money laundering case linked to the excise policy scam.

#Delhi Court extends Judicial Custody of Kejriwal till April 23

Overall exports marginally up at $776.68 BN in 2023-24; Trade deficit improves by 35.77%

New Delhi, Apr 15 (UNI) Despite persistent global challenges, India is estimated to surpass its record overall exports (merchandise plus services) at USD 776.68 Billion in FY 2023-24 as compared to USD 776.40 Billion in FY 2022-23, a move that has improved trade deficit significantly.

#Overall exports marginally up at $776.68 BN in 2023-24; Trade deficit improves by 35.77%

JKDMA issues avalanche warning for 2 districts of Kashmir valley

Srinagar, Apr 15 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir Disaster Management Authority (JKDMA) on Monday issued an avalanche warning in the higher reaches of two districts of Kashmir valley during the next 24 hours, officials said.

#JKDMA issues avalanche warning for 2 districts of Kashmir valley

Sixteen die, 28 injured as Kyiv attacks Tokmak in Zaporizhzhia region

Kyiv, Apr 15 (UNI) Sixteen people, including three children, were killed and another 28 injured as a result of Ukrainian forces'' attack on the city of Tokmak in the Zaporizhzhia region, Yevgeny Balitsky, the region''s governor, said on Monday.

#Sixteen die # 28 injured as Kyiv attacks Tokmak in Zaporizhzhia region

Merchandise exports at USD 41.68 billion in March, highest monthly exports in FY 2023-24.

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#Merchandise exports at USD 41.68 billion in March # highest monthly exports in FY 2023-24.

Overall exports in 2023-24 estimated at USD 776.68 billion compared to USD 776.40 billion in 2022-23.

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#Overall exports in 2023-24 estimated at USD 776.68 billion compared to USD 776.40 billion in 2022-23.

Overall exports in 2023-24 estimated at USD 776.68 billion compared to USD 776.40 billion in 2022-23.

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#Overall exports in 2023-24 estimated at USD 776.68 billion compared to USD 776.40 billion in 2022-23.



J&K claims overall 3rd spot with 21 medals at SGFI National Roller Skating C’ship

Jammu, Apr 15 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir skaters earned laurels to the Union Territory by claiming the overall third spot with 21 medals in the 67th SGFI National Roller Skating Championship held at Satna, Madhya Pradesh, from April 11 to 15.

#J&K claims overall 3rd spot with 21 medals at SGFI National Roller Skating C’ship



Rain, thunderstorms expected over Northwest India till Apr 21: IMD

New Delhi, Apr 15 (UNI) The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Monday predicted a fresh spell of rainfall over Northwest India from April 18 to 21, along with the continuation of ongoing rainfall, thunderstorms, lightning, gusty winds, and hail for the next 24 hours.

#Rain #thunderstorms expected over Northwest India till Apr 21: IMD



Excise policy case: Delhi Court sends BRS MLC Kavitha to judicial custody till April 23

New Delhi, Apr 15 (UNI) A Delhi Court on Monday sent Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) MLC K Kavitha to Judicial custody till April 23 in a case registered by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in connection with the Excise policy case.

#Excise policy case: Delhi Court sends BRS MLC Kavitha to judicial custody till April 23



Residential sales soar in first qr of 2024 : JLL

Kolkata, Apr 15 (UNI) Driven by supply from established developers, stable economic conditions, and positive buyer sentiments,
residential sales in the first quarter (Jan-March) of 2024 in India experienced significant growth, according to JLL, a leading global commercial real
estate and investment management company.

#Residential sales soar in first qr of 2024 : JLL

At least 9 Iranian missiles hit 2 targeted Israeli airbases

Tehran, Apr 15 (UNI) At least nine Iranian missiles have hit two of Israel''s airbases during the recent attack, damaging infrastructure, ABC News reported on Sunday, citing an unnamed senior US official.

#At least 9 Iranian missiles hit 2 targeted Israeli airbases

Wholesale price index for March 2024 up marginally to 0.53% from 0.20% in Feb 2024

Wholesale price index for March 2024 up marginally to 0.53% from 0.20% in Feb 2024 UNI SKB ARN.



Rupee falls 2 paise against USD

Mumbai, Apr 15 (UNI) The rupee declined 2 paise to 83.43 in the opening session on rising demand for bankers and importers, dealers at the Foreign Exchange said.

#Rupee falls 2 paise against USD

BJP unveils election manifesto with vision of "Vikasita Bharat" by 2047: Kishan Reddy

Hyderabad, April 14 (UNI) Union Minister and Telangana BJP President G Kishan Reddy announced that the party has launched its election manifesto with the theme of "Vikasita Bharat" by 2027.

#BJP unveils election manifesto with vision of "Vikasita Bharat" by 2047: Kishan Reddy



Chief Electoral Office declares paid holiday in Delhi for voting on May 25

New Delhi, Apr 14 (UNI) The Chief Electoral Office of Delhi on Sunday announced a paid holiday in the national capital on the voting day for Lok Sabha elections on May 25.

#Chief Electoral Office declares paid holiday in Delhi for voting on May 25

Punjab police seals 220 Entry/Exit points of 10 Border Districts

Chandigarh, Apr 14 (UNI) To ensure free, fair and peaceful upcoming Lok Sabha Elections,
Punjab Police on Sunday carried out a special operation ‘OPS Seal-VI’ aimed at checking all
the vehicles entering or exiting the border state of Punjab to keep vigil around the movement
of drug smugglers and bootleggers. The operation was conducted in a synchronised manner
from 0800 to 1400hrs on the directions of Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav.

#Punjab police seals 220 Entry/Exit points of 10 Border Districts

3 youths have died, 2 have been seriously injured in road accident

Malerkotla, Apr 14 (UNI) Three youths were killed and two youths were seriouly injured in
a road accident at Ranwan village on the Malerkotla-Khanna road on Saturday night.

#3 youths have died # 2 have been seriously injured in road accident



Modi calls Cong Sultan of tukde-tukde gang, says 2024 LS polls will decide India''s future by 2047

Mysuru, Apr 14 (UNI) Making several strong statements regarding the Congress party and its alleged intentions and actions, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday stated that the 2024 Lok Sabha elections will not only decide the next five years but also the future of developed India by 2047.

#Modi calls Cong Sultan of tukde-tukde gang #says 2024 LS polls will decide India''''s future by 2047



JKDMA issues avalanche warning for 2 districts of J&K

Srinagar, Apr 14 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir Disaster Management Authority (JKDMA) on Sunday issued an avalanche warning in the higher reaches of two districts of Kashmir valley during the next 24 hours, officials said.

#JKDMA issues avalanche warning for 2 districts of J&K



Amarnath Yatra from June 29, advance registration likely from April 15

Jammu, April 14 (UNI) The advance registration for annual Shri Amarnath Yatra is likely to begin from April 15 in around 540 branches of various banks across the country.

#Amarnath Yatra from June 29 #advance registration likely from April 15

Over 2,300 people battling forest fire in SW China

Beijing, April 14 (UNI) More than 2,300 people are battling a forest fire that has raged in southwest China''s Yunnan Province since Friday, local authorities said Sunday.

#Over 2 #300 people battling forest fire in SW China



Eight lakh government jobs given to youth in Bihar since 2005 : Nitish

Gaya, April 13 (UNI) Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Saturday said that eight lakh government jobs were given to youth in the state by his government since voted to power in 2005
Kumar, while addressing a public meeting in favour of NDA candidate Jeetan Ram Manjhi for Lok Sabha election 2024, said that eight lakhs government jobs were given to youth in Bihar in 18 years of his tenure as Chief Minister. His government was committed to provide government jobs to youth as well as creating employment opportunities for them, he added.

#Eight lakh government jobs given to youth in Bihar since 2005 : Nitish



Indian Men''s Hockey Team suffers 2-3 defeat against Australia in thrilling last match

Perth, Apr 13 (UNI) In a tightly contested fifth and final match of the five-game Test series, the Indian Men’s Hockey Team suffered a narrow 2-3 defeat against Australia.

#Indian Men''''s Hockey Team suffers 2-3 defeat against Australia in thrilling last match

Premier League to introduce semi-automated offside technology for 2024-25 season

London, Apr 12 (UNI) The Premier League has announced that it will introduce a semi-automated system to decide on tight offside decisions for the 2024-25 season.

#Premier League to introduce semi-automated offside technology for 2024-25 season

Road accident kills 3, injures 2 in east Afghanistan

Charikar, Afghanistan, Apr 13 (UNI) At least three people were killed with two others injured in a traffic accident in east Afghanistan''s Parwan province on Friday, a local official confirmed Saturday.

#Road accident kills 3 # injures 2 in east Afghanistan

Avalanche warning issued in J&K’s Kupwara and Ganderbal for next 24 hours

Srinagar, April 13 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir State Disaster Management Authority on Saturday issued a low-danger level avalanche warning for Kupwara and Ganderbal districts for the next 24 hours.

#Avalanche warning issued in J&K’s Kupwara and Ganderbal for next 24 hours



Sean Paul & Kes team up for official anthem of ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024

Dubai, Apr 13 (UNI) Grammy Award winner Sean Paul and Soca superstar Kes are set to join forces for the official anthem of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024.

#Sean Paul & Kes team up for official anthem of ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024



Sean Paul & Kes team up for official anthem of ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024

Dubai, Apr 13 (UNI) Grammy Award winner Sean Paul and Soca superstar Kes are set to join forces for the official anthem of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024.

#Sean Paul & Kes team up for official anthem of ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024



Provision of 2,15, 850 ink bottles for 48 LS seats in Maha

Mumbai, Apr 13 (UNI) About 2,15,850 ink bottles will be required in Maharashtra to apply ink to the left index finger of the voters during the polling for 48 Lok Sabha constituencies in the state
A EC statement said that, there are 98,114 polling stations in the 48 Lok Sabha constituencies of the state.
Around 1,96,228 ink bottles, with 2 ink bottles each for each polling station has been arranged.
Apart from 1,96,228 ink bottles, a total of 2,15,850 ink bottles, which is 10 percent more, as well as the materials required for voting.

#Provision of 2 #15 #850 ink bottles for 48 LS seats in Maha

Police launch inquiry after 2 bodies found in shipping container in southeastern Australia

Sydney, Apr 13 (UNI) Police have launched an investigation after two bodies were found in a shipping container in Australia''s southeastern state of New South Wales (NSW) on Saturday.

#Police launch inquiry after 2 bodies found in shipping container in southeastern Australia



Shimla: Woman dies, 2 injured as electric bus goes out of control

Shimla, Apr 13 (UNI) A woman lost her life and several were injured when an HRTC electric bus went out of control at an old bus stand in Shimla.

#Shimla: Woman dies #2 injured as electric bus goes out of control

Silk Route Ultra Trail 2024’ launched from Narkanda

Shimla, Apr 12 (UNI) Shimla District administration has organised a Himalayan Expedition Silk Route Ultra Trail from Narkanda to Sarahan from April 12-14 in which trail runners of national and international repute participating.

#Silk Route Ultra Trail 2024’ launched from Narkanda

Sri Lankan navy seizes 200 kilos of heroin, crystal methamphetamine

Colombo, April 12 (UNI) The Sri Lankan navy on Friday seized two local multi-day fishing trawlers carrying some 200 kilos of heroin and crystal methamphetamine off the southern coast of the South Asian country.

#Sri Lankan navy seizes 200 kilos of heroin # crystal methamphetamine



ED attaches property worth Rs 230.6 Cr in teachers'' recruitment scam in Bengal

Kolkata, Apr 12 (UNI) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Friday said it has attached immovable property valued at Rs 230.6 crore, held in the name of Prasanna Kumar Roy and Santi Prasad Sinha, the accused in the alleged teachers'' recruitment scam in the West Bengal Government-sponsored schools across the state.

#ED attaches property worth Rs 230.6 Cr in teachers'''' recruitment scam in Bengal



IPL 2024: LSG win toss, elect to bat against DC

Lucknow, April 12 (UNI) Lucknow Super Giants won the toss and elected to bat first against Delhi Capitals in the 26th match of IPL 2024 at Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium here on Friday.

#IPL 2024: LSG win toss #elect to bat against DC



IPL 2024: LSG win toss, elect to bat against DC

Lucknow, April 12 (UNI) Lucknow Super Giants won the toss and elected to bat first against Delhi Capitals in the 26th match of IPL 2024 at Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium here on Friday.

#IPL 2024: LSG win toss #elect to bat against DC

Seoul to host second global AI safety summit May 21-22

London, April 12 (UNI) The second global artificial intelligence (AI) safety summit will take place in Seoul May 21–22, with South Korea and the United Kingdom "forging ahead with plans," the UK government said on Friday.

#Seoul to host second global AI safety summit May 21-22

India's retail inflation eases to 4.85 percent in March 2024 : Govt data

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#India's retail inflation eases to 4.85 percent in March 2024 : Govt data

Israel expects Hamas response on ceasefire, exchange of hostages within 24 hrs

Jerusalem, Apr 12 (UNI) Israel expects response from Palestinian movement Hamas on a ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip in exchange for the release of hostages within the next 24 hours, Israeli public broadcaster Kan reported on Thursday, citing a source familiar with the negotiations.

#Israel expects Hamas response on ceasefire # exchange of hostages within 24 hrs



Rupee down 22 paise against USD

Mumbai, Apr 12 (UNI) The Rupee on Friday dropped 22 paise to close at 83.42 against the USD on rising demand for US Dollar by bankers and importers, dealers at the Foreign exchange said.

#Rupee down 22 paise against USD



World No. 2 fastest 10k runner to be star attraction at TCS World Marathon

Bengaluru, Apr 12 (UNI) Emmaculate Anyango Achol, the world''s second-fastest 10K woman runner, is set to be the star attraction at the 16th edition of the TCS World 10K Bengaluru, taking place on April 28.

#World No. 2 fastest 10k runner to be star attraction at TCS World Marathon



World No. 2 fastest 10k runner to be star attraction at TCS World Marathon

Bengaluru, Apr 12 (UNI) Emmaculate Anyango Achol, the world''s second-fastest 10K woman runner, is set to be the star attraction at the 16th edition of the TCS World 10K Bengaluru, taking place on April 28.

#World No. 2 fastest 10k runner to be star attraction at TCS World Marathon

AP: Sitarama Kalyanam to be held at Vontimitta temple on April 22 : TTD EO

Vontimitta (Andhra Pradesh), Apr 12 (UNI) Elaborate arrangements have been made for the ensuing annual Sri Rama Navami Brahmotsavams at Vontimitta temple and also the state festival of Sri Sitarama Kalyanam to be held between 6:30 pm and 8:30 pm on April 22, Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) Executive Officer (EO) AV Dharma Reddy said on Friday.

#AP: Sitarama Kalyanam to be held at Vontimitta temple on April 22 : TTD EO

Strict enforcement of code of conduct, Liquor worth Rs 24 lakhs seized: Dist Administration

Jalgaon, Apr 12 (UNI) The administration in Raver and Jalgaon Lok Sabha constituencies in Jalgaon district is implementing a model code of conduct and is investigating the seizure of weapons, cash, alcohol, drugs, and precious metals.

#Strict enforcement of code of conduct # Liquor worth Rs 24 lakhs seized: Dist Administration



IPL 2024: LSG aim fourth win in a row

Lucknow, April 11 (UNI) The Lucknow Super Giants are in high spirits, aiming for their fourth consecutive win of the season as they prepare to face the Delhi Capitals at the BRSABV Ekana Cricket Stadium here on Friday.

#IPL 2024: LSG aim fourth win in a row



IPL 2024: LSG aim fourth win in a row

Lucknow, April 11 (UNI) The Lucknow Super Giants are in high spirits, aiming for their fourth consecutive win of the season as they prepare to face the Delhi Capitals at the BRSABV Ekana Cricket Stadium here on Friday.

#IPL 2024: LSG aim fourth win in a row



IPL 2024: LSG aim fourth win in a row

Lucknow, April 11 (UNI) The Lucknow Super Giants are in high spirits, aiming for their fourth consecutive win of the season as they prepare to face the Delhi Capitals at the BRSABV Ekana Cricket Stadium here on Friday.

#IPL 2024: LSG aim fourth win in a row



Jammu: ECI announces polling stations in 21 zone to ease voting for Kashmir migrants

Jammu, Apr 11 (UNI)Tthe Election Commission of India has announced polling stations in 21 zones at Jammu and Udhampur to ease voting for Kashmiri migrants in the Lok Sabha Parliamentary Elections starting with Phase-I from April 19.

#Jammu: ECI announces polling stations in 21 zone to ease voting for Kashmir migrants

Rupyy achieves $2 bn ARR milestone in FY 23-24

Hyderabad, Apr 11 (UNI) Rupyy, India’s leading lending fintech platform in the financing industry, on Thursday said it has achieved a remarkable milestone by clocking an annualized loan disbursal run rate of around $2 billion in FY 23-24.

#Rupyy achieves $2 bn ARR milestone in FY 23-24



Tejaswi questions PM Modi on 2 crore jobs promise

Patna, April 11(UNI) Leader of the opposition in Bihar Assembly Tejaswi Prasad Yadav on Thursday questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his promise made during the 2014 Lok Sabha election for providing two crore jobs every year.

#Tejaswi questions PM Modi on 2 crore jobs promise

Twenty clubs gear up for National Group Stage of RFDL 2024

Mumbai, Apr 11 (UNI) The Reliance Foundation Development League (RFDL) 2024 has reached a pivotal moment as the Regional Qualifiers conclude, paving the way for an intense National Group Stage.

#Twenty clubs gear up for National Group Stage of RFDL 2024



6 children dead, 20 injured as school bus rams into tree

Mahendergarh, Apr 11 (UNI) Six children died and 20 others injured when a school bus in which they were travelling rammed into a tree in Kanina area of Mahendragarh in Haryana on Thursday.

#6 children dead #20 injured as school bus rams into tree

Indian Super League 2023-24 final to be played on May 4

Mumbai, Apr 11 (UNI) The Indian Super League (ISL) has announced the dates of the 2023-24 season final and the playoffs scheduled to start this month.

#Indian Super League 2023-24 final to be played on May 4



Finding form ahead of T20WC 2024: Stars showing wares at IPL

Mumbai, Apr 11 (UNI) IPL 2024 has seen a number of world-class performers showcase the best of their game, as India''s domestic stars make a final case for the T20 World Cup squad selection.

#Finding form ahead of T20WC 2024: Stars showing wares at IPL



Finding form ahead of T20WC 2024: Stars showing wares at IPL

Mumbai, Apr 11 (UNI) IPL 2024 has seen a number of world-class performers showcase the best of their game, as India''s domestic stars make a final case for the T20 World Cup squad selection.

#Finding form ahead of T20WC 2024: Stars showing wares at IPL



Two youths killed, 2 injured as car falls into ditch

Shahjahanpur (UP), Apr 11 (UNI) Two youths were killed and two others injured when a car fell into a ditch after being hit by an unidentified vehicle in the Nigohi area of Shahjahanpur district here in Uttar Pradesh, a police officer said on Thursday.

#Two youths killed #2 injured as car falls into ditch



Helicopter crashes in Philippines, killing 2

Manil, Apr 11 (UNI) A helicopter crashed on Thursday morning at Cavite City in the Philippines, killing two people, said a military spokesperson.

#Helicopter crashes in Philippines #killing 2

Kerala: Over 2000 cameras for Real-Time Monitoring

Thiruvananthapuram, Apr 10 (UNI) As part of the extensive monitoring systems set up in connection with the Lok Sabha election, Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) Sanjay Kaul said Real-Time Monitoring is being conducted across Kerala using 2,122 cameras.

#Kerala: Over 2000 cameras for Real-Time Monitoring

Russia cancels Angara-A5 space rocket launch for 2nd time

Moscow, April 10 (UNI) Russia cancelled the launch of the Angara-A5 space rocket from the Vostochny Cosmodrome for a second time, Russia''s state space corporation, Roscosmos, said Wednesday.

#Russia cancels Angara-A5 space rocket launch for 2nd time

Poland preparing to close case of 2010 plane crash near Smolensk prosecutor's office

Warsaw, April 10 (UNI) Poland is preparing to close the case of the plane crash near the Russian city of Smolensk in 2010, which killed then-Polish President Lech Kaczynski, the Polish prosecutor''s office said on Wednesday.

#Poland preparing to close case of 2010 plane crash near Smolensk prosecutor's office



SP vision document for LS polls promises caste-based census by 2025

Lucknow, April 10 (UNI) Promising social justice through caste-based census, the Samajwadi Party (SP) on Wednesday released its Vision Document for the Lok Sabha elections that also vowed minimum support price (MSP) to the farmers as legal guarantee and to implement the Old Pension Scheme (OPS).

#SP vision document for LS polls promises caste-based census by 2025

Merck Foundation Marks ‘World Health Day’ 2024 - Providing More Than 1740 Scholarships to Doctors from 52 Countries in Africa and Asia



Maha: Mother held for killing her 2 kids

Raigad (Maharashtra), April 10 (UNI) A 25-year-old mother of a three- and six-year-old woman has been arrested in Maharashtra''s Raigad district for allegedly killing the two children as she wanted to live with her boyfriend, police said here.

#Maha: Mother held for killing her 2 kids



Maha: 2,641 new polling stations across 48 LS seats

Mumbai, Apr 10 (UNI) For the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, 2,641 new polling stations have been added in the state, and this time there will be 98,114 polling stations in the state, official said on Wednesday.

#Maha: 2 #641 new polling stations across 48 LS seats



Six bodies recovered, 2 remain missing after ship collision in south China

Sanya, Apr 10 (UNI) Six bodies have been recovered from sea a week after a collision between a fishing boat and a commercial ship off the southwestern coast of south China''s Hainan Province, with two people remaining missing, the provincial maritime search and rescue center said on Wednesday.

#Six bodies recovered #2 remain missing after ship collision in south China

Some 20,000 militants holed in Syrian refugee camps in Lebanon

Beirut, April 9 (UNI) Some 20,000 militants are currently staying in Syrian refugee camps in Lebanon, Lebanese Caretaker Minister for Displaced Persons Issam Charafeddine said on Tuesday.

#Some 20 #000 militants holed in Syrian refugee camps in Lebanon



PM Modi holds road show in Chennai, begins 2-day TN visit for LS polls

Chennai, Apr 9 (UNI) With the campaigning reaching a feverish pitch as the Lok
elections are just 10 days away, Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a road show in
Chennai city on Tuesday evening as part of his campaign for the BJP-led NDA
candidates.

#PM Modi holds road show in Chennai #begins 2-day TN visit for LS polls

Odisha police seizes 500 quntials of Ganja in first quarter of 2024

Bhubaneswar, Apr 9 (UNI) The Odisha Police has seized around 500 quintals of ganja during the first quarter of 2024 from January 1 to March 31.

#Odisha police seizes 500 quntials of Ganja in first quarter of 2024

Ukraine lost over 480 soldiers in Donetsk in past 24 hrs: Russia

Moscow, April 9 (UNI) Ukraine has lost more than 480 soldiers in Donetsk over the past 24 hours, the Russian Defence Ministry claimed on Tuesday.

#Ukraine lost over 480 soldiers in Donetsk in past 24 hrs: Russia

Accused in 108 FIRs across 21 dists for fraud arrested in Jt op

Chandigarh, April 9 (UNI) In a major breakthrough, Fazilka police in a joint operation with Faridkot Police have arrested Neeraj Thathai alias Neeraj Arora in the multi-crore Nature Heights Infra Scam case.

#Accused in 108 FIRs across 21 dists for fraud arrested in Jt op

UP: Three killed, 24 injured as bus collides with truck

Pratapgarh (UP), April 9 (UNI) Three people were killed and 24 others were injured when a private bus carrying pilgrims collided head-on with a truck in the Hathigawa area of Pratapgarh district here in Uttar Pradesh, police sources said on Tuesday.

#UP: Three killed # 24 injured as bus collides with truck



MVA finalises seat sharing: Sena (UBT) 21, Cong 17, NCP (SP) 10

Mumbai, April 9 (UNI) The Opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) alliance on Tuesday announced the seat sharing details for the 48 Lok Sabha seats in Maharashtra. The Shiv Sena (UBT) led by former CM Uddhav Thackeray will contest on 21 seats, the Congres will fight in 17 constituencies and the Nationalist Congress Party (SP) led by Sharad Pawar will contest from 10 seats.

#MVA finalises seat sharing: Sena (UBT) 21 #Cong 17 #NCP (SP) 10

25,000 houses damaged by disasters in Myanmar in FY 2023-24

Yangon, Apr 9 (UNI) Disasters that occurred in fiscal year 2023-24 through the end of March damaged 25,460 houses in Myanmar, affecting 76,601 households, a government official said Tuesday.

#25 #000 houses damaged by disasters in Myanmar in FY 2023-24



Elections: 204 candidates in fray for 8 LS seats for second phase in Maha

(rpt, correcting figure)
Mumbai, Apr 9 (UNI) Chief Electoral Officer and Principal Secretary S Chokkalingam announced that the applications of 299 candidates are eligible, and some of them have withdrawn, so 204 eligible candidates have been selected for the upcoming election for eight Lok Sabha seats in the second phase of the state.

#Elections: 204 candidates in fray for 8 LS seats for second phase in Maha



Elections: 204 candidates in fray for 8 LS seats for second phase in Maha

Mumbai, Apr 9 (UNI) Chief Electoral Officer and Principal Secretary S Chokkalingam announced that the applications of 299 candidates are eligible, and some of them have withdrawn, so 204204 eligible candidates have been selected for the upcoming election for eight Lok Sabha seats in the second phase of the state.

#Elections: 204 candidates in fray for 8 LS seats for second phase in Maha

Mahavir Mandir Trust releases Rs 355.54 crore budget for fiscal 2024-25

Patna, Apr 8 (UNI) On the eve of Chaiti Navratra beginning on Tuesday, Mahavir Mandir Trust released an annual budget of Rs 355.54 crore for the financial year 2024-25 on Monday, incorporating income and expenditure against various welfare projects during this period.

#Mahavir Mandir Trust releases Rs 355.54 crore budget for fiscal 2024-25

43 candidates withdraw nominations, 23 remain in fray in Nanded

Nanded, Apr 8 (UNI) As many as 43 candidates out of total 66 withdrew their nominations for the Nanded Lok Sabha constituency in Marathwada region of Maharashtra, which will go to polls on April 26 in the second phase of five-phased elections.

#43 candidates withdraw nominations # 23 remain in fray in Nanded

CII committed to empowering MSMEs for Viksit Bharat by 2047, launches Task Force, to hold Mystic South summit

Chennai, Apr 8 (UNI) The Confederation of Indian Industry, Southern Region (CIISR) will contribute
to Viksit Bharat aimed at transforming India into a fully developed nation by the year 2047 and has
set up a State-level Task Force for this purpose.

#CII committed to empowering MSMEs for Viksit Bharat by 2047 # launches Task Force # to hold Mystic South summit



Govt to raise Rs 20,000 crore via sale of securities this month

New Delhi, Apr 8 (UNI) The Government of India (GoI) on Monday announced the sale (issue/ re-issue) of securities raising Rs 20,000 crore in three different series through auction with an option to retain up to Rs 2000 crore additional subscription against each security.

#Govt to raise Rs 20 #000 crore via sale of securities this month



IPL 2024: Punjab Kings look to upset Sunrisers Hyderabad''s dominance

Mullanpur, April 8 (UNI) The stage is set for an exciting clash as Punjab Kings and Sunrisers Hyderabad gear up to face each other at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium here on Tuesday.

#IPL 2024: Punjab Kings look to upset Sunrisers Hyderabad''s dominance

Odisha: Man sentenced to 20 years RI for raping a minor girl

Balasore (Odisha) , Apr 8 (UNI) Special Judge POCSO Ranjan Kumar Sutar on Monday convicted a rape accused and sentenced him to 20 years Rigorous Imprisonment (RI) along with Rs 5,000 penalty.

#Odisha: Man sentenced to 20 years RI for raping a minor girl

Telangana CID Spl team executes 29-year-old pending NBW against fugitive dacoit

Hyderabad, April 8 (UNI) The Telangana CID''s special execution team successfully executed a 29-year-old pending Non-Bailable Warrant (NBW) against a fugitive dacoit who had been evading police authorities.

#Telangana CID Spl team executes 29-year-old pending NBW against fugitive dacoit

NTPC aims for 5GW Capacity addition in FY 25

Kolkata, Apr 8 (UNI) NTPC Ltd, India''s largest integrated power utility, has set a target to add 5GW of installed capacity reflecting its commitment to providing clean, reliable, and affordable energy solutions.

#NTPC aims for 5GW Capacity addition in FY 25

It’s a fight to finish as clubs search for extra mile in ISL 2023-24

Kolkata, Apr 8 (UNI) The Indian Super League (ISL) Shield race has produced peak entertainment and excitement heading into the final week of the league campaign.

#It’s a fight to finish as clubs search for extra mile in ISL 2023-24

SER recorded an all-time freight loading and revenue earning in 2023-24

Kolkata, Apr 8 (UNI) South Eastern Railway has registered an all-time freight loading as well as generating the highest revenue in the 2023-24 fiscal year ended March 31, 2024, official sources said on Monday.

#SER recorded an all-time freight loading and revenue earning in 2023-24

SER records all time freight loading & revenue earning in 23-24

Kolkata, Apr 8 (UNI) South Eastern Railway has registered an all time freight loading as well as generating highest revenue in the
2023-24 fiscal year, official sources said on Monday.

#SER records all time freight loading & revenue earning in 23-24



Heatwave conditions likely in Telangana in next 24 hours: Met

Hyderabad, Apr 8 (UNI) Heat wave conditions are very likely to prevail at isolated places in Khammam, Suryapet, Mahabubnagar, Nagarkurnool, Wanaparthy, Narayanpet, and Jogulamba Gadwal districts of Telangana during the next 24 hours, the Meteorological Centre said on Monday.

#Heatwave conditions likely in Telangana in next 24 hours: Met

Brutal murder of 21-year-old youth captured and posted on Instagram

Hyderabad, Apr 8 (UNI) In the early hours of Monday, a horrific incident unfolded at Pragathi Nagar Bathukamma Ghat, where a 21-year-old youth, identified as Teja, fell victim to a group of unidentified assailants.

#Brutal murder of 21-year-old youth captured and posted on Instagram

2 killed, 26 injured in bus crash in Russia

Moscow, Apr 8 (UNI) Two people were killed and another 26 injured in a bus crash in southwestern Russia''s Samara region, RIA Novosti news agency reported Monday, citing the regional health ministry.

#2 killed # 26 injured in bus crash in Russia



Corporal Amar Singh clinches gold in 24 hour Marathon in Canberra

Bengaluru, Apr 8 (UNI) Corporal Amar Singh Devanda from the Indian Ultra Marathon team has clinched the Gold at the 24-hour IAU Asia Oceanic Championship in Canberra, marking a remarkable feat in his athletic career.

#Corporal Amar Singh clinches gold in 24 hour Marathon in Canberra

Highway crash kills 12, injures 2 in Indonesia

Jakarta, Apr 8 (UNI) Twelve people were killed and two others injured in a fatal crash involving three vehicles on a highway in the Indonesian province of West Java on Monday, police said.

#Highway crash kills 12 # injures 2 in Indonesia



J&K: Over 2L Tulips wow Sanasar Garden visitors

Jammu, April 8 (UNI) Around 2.5 lakh blooming tulips are oohing tourists at the picturesque Sanasar garden nestled amid the lush green meadows of Ramban district in Jammu and Kashmir.

#J&K: Over 2L Tulips wow Sanasar Garden visitors

Türkiye detains 2 in border province on suspicion of drug trafficking

Istanbul, Apr 8 (UNI) Turkish police on Sunday seized 58.2 kg of synthetic drug pills and detained two suspects in the northwestern border province of Edirne, semi-official Anadolu Agency reported.

#Türkiye detains 2 in border province on suspicion of drug trafficking



SKorea launches 2nd military spy satellite into orbit

Seoul, Apr 8 (UNI) South Korea has launched its second military spy satellite into orbit on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket, the defense ministry said Monday.

#SKorea launches 2nd military spy satellite into orbit

BJP-TDP-JSP to form govt in AP in 2024: Pawan Kalyan

Visakhapatnam, Apr 7 (UNI) Jana Sena Party (JSP) president Pawan Kalyan on Sunday exuded confidence that BJP-TDP-JSP ally will form the next government in Andhra Pradesh in 2024.

#BJP-TDP-JSP to form govt in AP in 2024: Pawan Kalyan



Tim David, Romario sheperd MI to their first win of IPL 2024

Mumbai, Apr 7 (UNI) Romario Shepherd and Tim David''s late-onslaught powered Mumbai Indians to their first victory in a day-night match of IPL 2024 at Wankhede Stadium here on Sunday.

#Tim David #Romario sheperd MI to their first win of IPL 2024



Tim David, Romario sheperd MI to their first win of IPL 2024

Mumbai, Apr 7 (UNI) Romario Shepherd and Tim David''s late-onslaught powered Mumbai Indians to their first victory in a day-night match of IPL 2024 at Wankhede Stadium here on Sunday.

#Tim David #Romario sheperd MI to their first win of IPL 2024

UAE to participate in 21st China-ASEAN Expo as special partner

Nanning, Apr 7 (UNI) The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has confirmed its participation in this year''s China-ASEAN Expo (CAEXPO) as a Special Partner Country, marking the very first time the expo has had a Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) member as its special partner, said the CAEXPO Secretariat on Sunday.

#UAE to participate in 21st China-ASEAN Expo as special partner



Romario''s last-over onslaught shepherds MI to 234/5 against DC

Mumbai, Apr 7 (UNI) In an IPL encounter held at Wanhede Stadium here on Sunday, Romario Shepherd''s aggressive onslaught in the final over, particularly against Anrich Nortje, significantly contributed to Mumbai Indians'' highest total of 234/5 against Delhi Capitals.

#Romario''s last-over onslaught shepherds MI to 234/5 against DC



Romario''s last-over onslaught shepherds MI to 234/5 against DC

Mumbai, Apr 7 (UNI) In an IPL encounter held at Wanhede Stadium here on Sunday, Romario Shepherd''s aggressive onslaught in the final over, particularly against Anrich Nortje, significantly contributed to Mumbai Indians'' highest total of 234/5 against Delhi Capitals.

#Romario''s last-over onslaught shepherds MI to 234/5 against DC

After 2 losses, CSK keen to return to winning ways, takes on red hot KKR tomorrow

Chennai, Apr 7 (UNI) Two successive wins at home and two successive
losses in away matches.

#After 2 losses # CSK keen to return to winning ways # takes on red hot KKR tomorrow

CIA police arrested 2 gangsters with 3 pistols in encounter

Faridkot, Apr 7 (UNI) Two gangsters were arrested and three pistols seized from them following an encounter with the police in Haryana''s Faridkot, sources said on Sunday.

#CIA police arrested 2 gangsters with 3 pistols in encounter

Heatwave conditions likely in Telangana in next 24 hours: Met

Hyderabad, April 7 (UNI) Heatwave conditions are very likely to prevail at isolated places in Bhadradri Kothagudem, Khammam, Nalgonda, Suryapet, Wanaparthy, Jogulamba Gadwal districts of Telangana during the next 24 hours, Meteorological Centre said on Sunday.

#Heatwave conditions likely in Telangana in next 24 hours: Met



Liaoning wins 2023-2024 CBA regular season

Beijing, Apr 7 (UNI) The Liaoning Flying Leopards beat Zhejiang Lions 101-96 in the final round for a 43-9 win-loss record to win the 2023-2024 regular season of the Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) league on Saturday.

#Liaoning wins 2023-2024 CBA regular season



Liaoning wins 2023-2024 CBA regular season

Beijing, Apr 7 (UNI) The Liaoning Flying Leopards beat Zhejiang Lions 101-96 in the final round for a 43-9 win-loss record to win the 2023-2024 regular season of the Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) league on Saturday.

#Liaoning wins 2023-2024 CBA regular season



Three injured in Greece''s first major wildfire in 2024

Athens, April 7 (UNI) Three people were injured during Greece''s first major wildfire of this year, which broke out on Crete island in southern Greece, according to Fire Brigade officers.

#Three injured in Greece''''s first major wildfire in 2024



Over Rs 21 lakh cash seized in Arunachal

Itanagar, Apr 6 (UNI) While enforcing election model code of conduct (MCC) in Arunachal Pradesh, the law enforcement agencies deployed to curb unlawful activities including use of money and promising freebies during elections, on Saturday seized over Rs 21 lakh in cash in two separate incidents in the state.

#Over Rs 21 lakh cash seized in Arunachal

Indonesia operates 2,800 extra flights for Eid homecoming

Jakarta, Apr 6 (UNI) Indonesia has operated 2,800 extra flights for the Eid el-Fitr homecoming season, according to Transportation Minister Budi Karya Sumadi.

#Indonesia operates 2 #800 extra flights for Eid homecoming



LS Poll: Nomination of three candidates rejected, 23 found valid for Sabha Seat

Jammu, Apr 6 (UNI) The Returning Officer for Jammu parliamentary constituency, Sachin Kumar Vaishya, on Saturday rejected the nomination of three candidates during scrutiny of papers for Jammu Lok Sabha constituency, leaving 23 candidates in the fray.

#LS Poll: Nomination of three candidates rejected #23 found valid for Sabha Seat

Former JE sentenced to 3 years RI & Rs 2 lakh penalty in DA case

Bhubaneswar, Apr 6 (UNI) Special Judge, Vigilance, Jeypore, on Saturday convicted a former Junior Engineer in a disproportionate case and sentenced him to three years imprisonment with a fine of Rs 2 lakh.

#Former JE sentenced to 3 years RI & Rs 2 lakh penalty in DA case



Police arrest 2 smugglers with 35 kg poppy straw in J&K''s Ramban

Jammu, Apr 6 (UNI) Police on Saturday foiled a bid to smuggle narcotics and arrested two persons with contraband poppy straw in Banihal tehsil of Ramban district in Jammu and Kashmir.

#Police arrest 2 smugglers with 35 kg poppy straw in J&K''s Ramban



Kahalgaon station of NTPC produces 16555.02 million units of power in fiscal 2023-24

Kahalgaon, Apr 6 (UNI) Kahalgaon super thermal power station of NTPC produced 16555.02 Million Units (MU) of power in fiscal 2023-24, surpassing surpassing all previous records.

#Kahalgaon station of NTPC produces 16555.02 million units of power in fiscal 2023-24

7 killed, 2 injured in bomb explosion in S Syria

Damascus, Apr 6 (UNI) Seven children were killed and two others, including a woman, were injured on Saturday in an explosion of an improvised explosive device "planted by terrorists" in the southern Syrian province of Daraa, state news agency SANA reported.

#7 killed # 2 injured in bomb explosion in S Syria



Mehak Chandel from Shimla cracks Miss England 2024 semi-finals

Hamirpur, Apr 6 (UNI) Mehak Chandel, a proud representative of Himachal Pradesh, is making waves in Miss England 2024 with her uplifting journey.

#Mehak Chandel from Shimla cracks Miss England 2024 semi-finals

Road accident kills 2, injures 4 in S Afghanistan

Qalat, Afghanistan, Apr 6 (UNI) Two people were killed with four others injured in a road crash in south Afghanistan''s Zabul province, provincial police spokesperson Zabihullah Johar said on Saturday.

#Road accident kills 2 # injures 4 in S Afghanistan

Heatwave conditions likely in AP in the next 24 hours: Met

Amaravati, Apr 6 (UNI) Heatwave conditions are likely to prevail at isolated places in North Coastal Andhra Pradesh and Yanam and Rayalaseema during the next 24 hours, the Meteorological Centre said on Saturday.

#Heatwave conditions likely in AP in the next 24 hours: Met

5.0-magnitude quake hits 251 km N of Agats, Indonesia

Jakarta, April 6 (UNI) An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.0 jolted 251 km North of Agats, Indonesia at 08:24:30 GMT on Saturday, the U.S. Geological Survey said.

#5.0-magnitude quake hits 251 km N of Agats # Indonesia

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Maha: 53 nominations rejected for LS phase 2 polls

Mumbai, April 6 (UNI) The office of Maharashtra Chief Electoral Officer has informed that the applications of 299 out of 352 candidates in the eight constituencies of the state that go to polls in the second phase have been validated.

#Maha: 53 nominations rejected for LS phase 2 polls



Woman killed, 5 injured in Australia''s 2-vehicle crash

Sydney, April 6 (UNI) A two-vehicle crash occurred near Mudgee, a town in the Central West of Australia''s New South Wales (NSW), on Friday, causing one woman dead and five other people injured.

#Woman killed #5 injured in Australia''''s 2-vehicle crash

Man who stole Rs 2 cr nabbed in Delhi

Imphal, Apr 5 (UNI) Manipur Police with active co-ordination of its counterparts from Delhi arrested one Monarch Laishram from Patel Chest Christian Colony, Delhi on Friday, an officer said.

#Man who stole Rs 2 cr nabbed in Delhi

SpaceX launches 23 more Starlink internet satellites into space

Los Angeles, Apr 5 (UNI) U.S. private space company SpaceX launched 23 more Starlink satellites into orbit on Friday.

#SpaceX launches 23 more Starlink internet satellites into space



IPL 2024: SRH beat CSK by 6 wickets

Hyderabad, Apr 5 (UNI) In the TATA IPL 2024 match at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium here on Friday, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) emerged victorious by six wickets against the Chennai Super Kings (CSK).

#IPL 2024: SRH beat CSK by 6 wickets



IPL 2024: CSK ends with modest 165/5 against SRH

Hyderabad, April 5 (UNI) Chennai Super Kings (CSK) struggled to capitalise on their batting opportunities, ending with a modest total of 165 for 5 against the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in an Indian Premier League match on Friday.

#IPL 2024: CSK ends with modest 165/5 against SRH

Indonesia foils smuggling of 25 kg crystal meth

Jakarta, Apr 5 (UNI) Indonesian police foiled the smuggling of 25 kg of crystal methamphetamine from an international network in Donggala Regency in Central Sulawesi Province and detained a suspect.

#Indonesia foils smuggling of 25 kg crystal meth

Mivi lays foundation for RS 200 crore new manufacturing facility in Telangana

Hyderabad, Apr 5 (UNI): MIVI (Avishkaran Industries), a leading homegrown manufacturer of audio electronics, on Friday said it has laid the foundation stone for its new state-of-the-art factory in Telangana.

#Mivi lays foundation for RS 200 crore new manufacturing facility in Telangana

ICC cricket rights awarded in Bangladesh up until the end of 2025

Dubai, Apr 5 (UNI) The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Friday announced that ICC cricket rights in Bangladesh have been awarded to TSM who will exploit the rights via Nagorik TV and Banglalink, taking cricket to more people in the country over the next two years.
TSM will exploit the broadcast rights via Nagorik TV, whilst digital rights will be made available on Banglalink to the six men’s and women’s ICC World events up until the end of 2025.

#ICC cricket rights awarded in Bangladesh up until the end of 2025



Army foils first infiltration bid of 2024 in Kashmir; two militants killed

Srinagar, Apr 5 (UNI) Two suspected militants were killed on Friday as the Army foiled the first infiltration attempt of this year along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir''s Baramulla district.

#Army foils first infiltration bid of 2024 in Kashmir; two militants killed



ICG rescues 27 Bangladeshi fishermen

New Delhi, Apr 5 (UNI) In a swift operation, the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) rescued 27 Bangladeshi fishermen, who were stranded on their fishing boat at sea.

#ICG rescues 27 Bangladeshi fishermen

Over 1.84 lakh Olive Ridleys arrive for mass nesting at Nasi 2 beach in Odisha.

Kendrapara, Apr 5 (UNI) The much-awaited mass nesting of endangered Olive Ridley sea turtles has started at Nasi-2 since Tuesday evening.

#Over 1.84 lakh Olive Ridleys arrive for mass nesting at Nasi 2 beach in Odisha.

UP: 2 killed as truck hits bike in Basti

Basti (UP), Apr 5 (UNI) Two youths were killed when a motorcycle was hit by a truck in Sonaha area of Basti district here in Uttar Pradesh on Friday, police sources said here.

#UP: 2 killed as truck hits bike in Basti

GRP/RPF seizes over 203 kgs of Ganja, arrests two Women

Hyderabad, Apr 5 (UNI) The Government Railway Police (GRP) and Railway Protection Force (RPF) have apprehended two women and confiscated 203.400 kgs of Ganja, valued at approximately Rs 50.85 lakhs in the grey market.

#GRP/RPF seizes over 203 kgs of Ganja # arrests two Women

One killed, 2 injured as car overturns in Jaunpur

Jaunpur (UP), Apr 5 (UNI) One person was killed, and two others were injured when a car overturned in Gaura Badshahpur area of Jaunpur district here in Uttar Pradesh on Friday, police sources said here.

#One killed # 2 injured as car overturns in Jaunpur



Kerala: 2 CPI-M workers injured in bomb blast in Panoor

Kannur, Apr 5 (UNI) A 26-year-old CPI (M) worker was killed and three others injured after a bomb explosion while making country-made bombs at Muliyathode near Panoor on Friday.

#Kerala: 2 CPI-M workers injured in bomb blast in Panoor



ECI holds meeting to discuss strategies to increase voter turnout in LS polls 2024

New Delhi, April 5 (UNI) With an aim to increase voter turnout in the ensuing Lok Sabha polls, the Election Commission organised a conference on Friday with municipal commissioners and district election officers (DEOs) of 11 States and Union Territories which had low voter turnout during the previous elections.

#ECI holds meeting to discuss strategies to increase voter turnout in LS polls 2024

Turkey to host NATO FM informal meeting in 2025

Ankara, April 5 (UNI) An informal meeting of NATO foreign ministers will be held in Turkey in 2025, Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said on Friday.

#Turkey to host NATO FM informal meeting in 2025

Odisha STF seizes leopard skin, 2 held

Bhubaneswar, April 5 (UNI) The Special Task Force (STF) of Odisha Crime Branch has arrested two wildlife criminals and recovered a leopard skin from their possession.

#Odisha STF seizes leopard skin # 2 held

Congress releases its manifesto 'Nyay Patra' for 2024 Lok Sabha elections

UNI RBE ING.

#Congress releases its manifesto 'Nyay Patra' for 2024 Lok Sabha elections

Racer Akshay Gupta gears up for Nurburgring Langstrecken-Serie 2024

New Delhi, April 5 (UNI) Akshay Gupta, the dynamic racer and tech founder, has officially inked a deal with Mertens Motorsport for the highly anticipated 2024 Nurburgring Langstrecken-Serie (NLS) season which will take place on the Nurburgring circuit in Germany.

#Racer Akshay Gupta gears up for Nurburgring Langstrecken-Serie 2024



Economy projected to grow at 7% in 2024-25; Geopolitical tensions pose risks to outlook: RBI

New Delhi, April 5 (UNI) Considering various factors both in the domestic and global markets, the Reserve Bank of India Friday projected the Indian economy to grow at 7 per cent during the current financial year.

#Economy projected to grow at 7% in 2024-25; Geopolitical tensions pose risks to outlook: RBI



Rupee up 2 pause against USD

Mumbai, April 5 (UNI) The Rupee on Friday marginally up by two paise at 80.42 in opening session on selling of US Dollar by bankers and exporters, dealers at the Foreign Exchange said.

#Rupee up 2 pause against USD

The MPC met on 3rd, 4th and 5th April, 2024, and decided by a 5 to 1 majority to keep the policy repo rate unchanged: RBI

UNI NK ING.

#The MPC met on 3rd # 4th and 5th April # 2024 # and decided by a 5 to 1 majority to keep the policy repo rate unchanged: RBI

WTA finals to be held in Riyadh from 2024-2026

Riyadh, Apr 4 (UNI) Riyadh will host the Women''s Tennis Association Finals from 2024-2026, under a new agreement made with the Saudi Tennis Federation, the WTA said on Thursday.

#WTA finals to be held in Riyadh from 2024-2026



TATA IPL 2024: Disney star record viewers of 35 cr for live broadcast of first 10 matches

Hyderabad, Apr 4 (UNI) Disney Star, the official broadcaster of TATA IPL 2024, has shattered all viewership records for the first 10 matches of the marquee tournament.

#TATA IPL 2024: Disney star record viewers of 35 cr for live broadcast of first 10 matches

LS Elections: 26 candidates file nomination for Jammu constituency

Jammu, Apr 4 (UNI) Nine candidates on Thursday filed their papers from the Jammu Lok Sabha constituency on the last date of nomination for the second phase of parliamentary elections scheduled to be held in Jammu and Kashmir on April 26.

#LS Elections: 26 candidates file nomination for Jammu constituency

HDK files nomination, declares family assets amounting to Rs 217.21 cr

Bengaluru, Apr 4 (UNI) Former Karnataka Chief Minister HD Kumaraswamy, contesting as a JDS candidate from Mandya Lok Sabha constituency, on Thursday declared family assets totaling Rs 217.21 crore, including movable assets worth Rs 10.71 crore in his name.

#HDK files nomination # declares family assets amounting to Rs 217.21 cr

Rs 258 Crore. worth cash, liquor, and drugs seized in AP

Vijayawada, Apr 4 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Chief Electoral Officer Mukesh Kumar Meena has said that cash, liquor, and drugs worth Rs 258 crore have been seized since January 1, 2014 in Andhra Pradesh.

#Rs 258 Crore. worth cash # liquor # and drugs seized in AP

Experts, researchers and students deliberate on mental health under NEP 2020

New Delhi, Apr 4 (UNI) Experts, educators, researchers and students deliberated on the implementation of Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) and Universalisation of Early Education (UEE) curricula under the New Education Policy, 2020, at a two-day convention that concluded here on Thursday.

#Experts # researchers and students deliberate on mental health under NEP 2020



CBDT enable taxpayers to file ITR from April 1, 2024

New Delhi, Apr 4 (UNI) The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) on Thursday said it has facilitated taxpayers to file their Income Tax Returns (ITRs) for the Assessment Year 2024–25 (relevant to Financial Year 2023–24) from April 1, 2024, and onwards.

#CBDT enable taxpayers to file ITR from April 1 #2024

Sharad Pawar's NCP announces 2nd list of Beed, Bhiwandi candidates

Mumbai, Apr 4 (UNI) NCP (Sharad Pawar) on Thursday announced second list of its two candidates for Beed and Bhiwandi Lok Sabha constituencies on behalf of Maha Vikas Aghadhi (MVA).

#Sharad Pawar's NCP announces 2nd list of Beed # Bhiwandi candidates

Two arrested for stealing 2 cars worth Rs 10 lakh from Pune showroom

Pune, Apr 4 (UNI) The city police recently arrested two people on charge of allegedly stealing two cars worth Rs 10 lakh from a car showroom here.

#Two arrested for stealing 2 cars worth Rs 10 lakh from Pune showroom



IPL 2024: Punjab Kings opt to bowl against Gujarat Titans

Ahmedabad, April 4 (UNI) Punjab Kings won the toss and opted to field against Gujarat Titans in the 17th match of IPL 2024 at Narendra Modi Stadium here on Thursday.

#IPL 2024: Punjab Kings opt to bowl against Gujarat Titans

22nd Asian Business and Social Forum 2024: Mumbai

 

All time record cargo handling in 2023-24 at SMP since 1870

Kolkata, Apr 04 (UNI) In its 154-year history, Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata (SMP Kolkata), including Kolkata Dock System (KDS) and Haldia Dock Complex (HDC), achieved a milestone in the fiscal year 2023-24 by handling 66.4 Million Metric Tonne (MMT) of cargo, marking a 1.11 per cent increase from the previous record of 65.66 million tonne moved in 2022-23.

#All time record cargo handling in 2023-24 at SMP since 1870

Over 20k dengue cases records in Sri Lanka

Colombo, Apr 4 (UNI) Over 20,000 dengue cases with eight fatalities have been reported in Sri Lanka so far this year, according to the latest updates by the National Dengue Control Unit (NDCU) on Thursday.

#Over 20k dengue cases records in Sri Lanka

BAI announces strong Indian squad for BWF Thomas & Uber Cup Finals 2024

New Delhi, Apr 4 (UNI) India will field a strong squad with a perfect mix of youth and experience in the upcoming BWF Thomas and Uber Cup Finals 2024 with the senior selection committee deciding to have more options in singles considering the hectic schedule of all players this season.

#BAI announces strong Indian squad for BWF Thomas & Uber Cup Finals 2024



IPL 2024: SRH, CSK look to secure crucial win

Hyderabad, April 4 (UNI) In the upcoming IPL 2024 match between Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium here on Friday, both teams will be looking to secure a crucial victory.

#IPL 2024: SRH #CSK look to secure crucial win

UP: 2 Pakistanis among 3 terrorists arrested by ATS

Lucknow, April 4 (UNI) Two Pakistani nationals along with a Jammu and Kashmir resident were arrested by the Anti Terror Squad (ATS) of Uttar Pradesh police from Sunauli on the Indo-Nepal border, an official spokesman said here on Thursday.

#UP: 2 Pakistanis among 3 terrorists arrested by ATS



Toddler extricated from borewell in 20 hrs rescue operation in Karnataka

Vijayapura, Apr 4 (UNI) A two-year-old boy, who fell into a 16-foot-deep borewell in Lachyana village of Indi taluk in the district, was rescued here on Thursday.

#Toddler extricated from borewell in 20 hrs rescue operation in Karnataka



Star performers lead the way in WTC 2023-25 action

Dubai, Apr 4 (UNI) With the conclusion of the second Test between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka in Chattogram, the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25 completes an important chapter
in its journey.

#Star performers lead the way in WTC 2023-25 action



Star performers lead the way in WTC 2023-25 action

Dubai, Apr 4 (UNI) With the conclusion of the second Test between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka in Chattogram, the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25 completes an important chapter
in its journey.

#Star performers lead the way in WTC 2023-25 action

Kolkata Metro achieves huge amount of NFR in 2023-24

Kolkata, Apr 4 (UNI) Metro Railway, Kolkata, achieved outstanding performances, ensuring a huge amount of non-fare revenue (NFR) in the 2023–24 financial year as the earnings stood at Rs 43.56 crores, surpassing 2022–23’s figure of Rs 36.33 crore, official sources said on Thursday.

#Kolkata Metro achieves huge amount of NFR in 2023-24



Mumbai: Sr citizen arrested for stabbing 2 after argument

Mumbai, Apr 4 (UNI) A 60-year-old senior citizen was arrested for allegedly stabbing two people in Vaishali Nagar, Mulund West, after a request not to kick a street dog, an official said on Thursday.

#Mumbai: Sr citizen arrested for stabbing 2 after argument



Cong''s 2024 budget shows Rs 27,000 cr deficit: Karnataka BJP

Bengaluru, April 4 (UNI) The Economic Cell of Karnataka BJP on Thursday said that the budget presented by the current Congress government for 2024 shows a deficit of Rs 27,000 crore, a significant departure from the surplus budget presented in 2023 by the previous Bharatiya Janata Party government led by Basavaraj Bommai.

#Cong''''s 2024 budget shows Rs 27 #000 cr deficit: Karnataka BJP



Elderly couple among 5 killed in 2 road accidents in AP

Vijayawada, Apr 4 (UNI) Five people, including an elderly couple, were killed in two road accidents that took place in Visakhapatnam and Krishna districts in AP on Thursday.

#Elderly couple among 5 killed in 2 road accidents in AP



IPL 2024: Unbeaten KKR crush DC by 106 runs

Visakhapatnam, Apr 3 (UNI) Match 16 of the Indian Premier League showcased yet another high-scoring match as Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) emerged victorious with a dominant 106-run win over Delhi Capitals (DC), setting a new record for the second-highest total in IPL history by scoring a staggering 272/7.

#IPL 2024: Unbeaten KKR crush DC by 106 runs



BJD releases candidates for five more Lok Sabha & 27 Assembly seats in Odisha

Bhubaneswar, Apr 3 (UNI) BJD supremo Naveen Patnaik, on Wednesday, released the names of party candidates for five more Lok Sabha and 27 Assembly seats in Odisha.

#BJD releases candidates for five more Lok Sabha & 27 Assembly seats in Odisha

J&K: Police arrests absconder after 21 years in Awantipora

Srinagar, Apr 3 (UNI) Police have arrested an absconder who was evading arrest for the past over two decades in sub district of Awantipora on Wednesday.

#J&K: Police arrests absconder after 21 years in Awantipora



SP workers to meet 2 cr PDA families in 2 months: Akhilesh

Lucknow, Apr 3 (UNI) Samajwadi Party (SP) president Akhilesh Yadav on Wednesday said that the party leaders and workers will contact two crore PDA families in two months and discuss with them about social justice and reservation.

#SP workers to meet 2 cr PDA families in 2 months: Akhilesh



IPL 2024: KKR opt to bat first against DC

Visakhapatnam, April 3 (UNI) Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have won the toss and elected to bat first against Delhi Capitals in the 16th match of IPL 2024 at Dr YS Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium here on Wednesday.

#IPL 2024: KKR opt to bat first against DC



Radisson group opens 212-room luxury hotel in Srinagar

Srinagar, April 3 (UNI) Radisson Hotel Group on Wednesday announced the debut of its luxury lifestyle brand Radisson Collection in India with the opening of Radisson Collection Hotel & Spa, Riverfront Srinagar.

#Radisson group opens 212-room luxury hotel in Srinagar



Virgin Atlantic plans to offer over 1 million seats to India by 2025

Bengaluru, Apr 3 (UNI) Virgin Atlantic on Wednesday signaled its strong commitment to India by launching a new daily service to Bengaluru and announcing a second daily flight to Mumbai, starting this October.

#Virgin Atlantic plans to offer over 1 million seats to India by 2025



28th Senior Women’s NFC 2023-24 Final Rounds groupings announced

New Delhi, Apr 3 (UNI) The draw for the 28th Senior Women’s National Football Championship 2023–24 Final Rounds was held virtually at the Football House here on Wednesday.

#28th Senior Women’s NFC 2023-24 Final Rounds groupings announced



Spectrum auction postponed by 2 weeks; to start on June 6 now

New Delhi, Apr 3 (UNI) In view of the Lok Sabha election schedule, the Department of Telecom has postponed the auction of spectrum by two weeks and it will start now on June 6 this year 2 days after the election results are declared.

#Spectrum auction postponed by 2 weeks; to start on June 6 now



Sensex declines 27.09 points

Mumbai, Apr 3 (UNI) The BSE Sensex on Wednesday marginally fell 27.09 points to settle at 73,876.82 as selling was seen in Realty, Auto, and BSE Services stocks.

#Sensex declines 27.09 points



Widespread light to moderate rain during next 24 hours over J&K: MeT

Srinagar, Apr 3 (UNI) Meteorological Centre Srinagar on Wednesday predicted scattered to fairly widespread light to moderate rain over Jammu and Kashmir during the next 24 hours.

#Widespread light to moderate rain during next 24 hours over J&K: MeT

Vijayawada division in SCR earns Rs 5,614 Cr. during 2023-24 FY

Vijayawada, Apr 2 (UNI) The Vijayawada Railway Division in the SCR has earned Rs 5,614.13 crore during the fiscal year 2023-24.

#Vijayawada division in SCR earns Rs 5 #614 Cr. during 2023-24 FY

Maharashtra: Head constable arrested for accepting bribe of Rs 2,000

Kolhapur, Apr 2 (UNI) Maharashtra Anti-Corruption Beureu (ACB) officials on Tuesday arrested a woman head constable attached to Gadhinglaj police station of this district for accepting a bribe of Rs two thousand from the complainant.

#Maharashtra: Head constable arrested for accepting bribe of Rs 2 #000

LS poll: AAP releases 2nd list of candidates for Punjab

Chandigarh, Apr 2 (UNI) The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Tuesday released the names of two more Lok Sabha contestants from Punjab.

#LS poll: AAP releases 2nd list of candidates for Punjab



IPL 2024: KKR seek to secure third win against DC

Visakhapatnam, Apr 2 (UNI) The match between Delhi Capitals (DC) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) here on Wednesday promises to be intense and competitive as both teams have different objectives.

#IPL 2024: KKR seek to secure third win against DC

HP 2024-March 24 pc wetter: IMD

Shimla Apr 2 (UNI) Himachal Pradesh received 24 percent more rainfall in March compare to the average showers recorded for the month, data released by the Meteorological Centre, Shimla, has revealed.

#HP 2024-March 24 pc wetter: IMD

SCR achieves record track addition of 416 Kms during FY 2023-24

Hyderabad, Apr 2 (UNI) South Central Railways (SCR) continues its dedicated efforts towards strengthening its rail network and enhancing infrastructure development.

#SCR achieves record track addition of 416 Kms during FY 2023-24

AP: RINL-Vizag Steel Plant clocks best ever sales of wire rod coils, others in FY 2023-24

Visakhapatnam, Apr 2 (UNI) Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited (RINL), which operates the Vizag steel plant, clocked its best ever sales of wire rod coils (WRC), structurals (steel variety) and valued-added steel (VAS) in the fiscal 2023-24.

#AP: RINL-Vizag Steel Plant clocks best ever sales of wire rod coils # others in FY 2023-24

UP: 5, including 4 children killed, 25 injured as school bus overturns

Barabanki (UP), Apr 2 (UNI) Five persons, including four children, were killed and 25 others were injured when a school bus overturned in Dewa area of Barabanki district here in Uttar Pradesh on Tuesday, police sources said here.

#UP: 5 # including 4 children killed # 25 injured as school bus overturns

ACB team arrests 2 accused in separate cases

Chandigarh, Apr 2 (UNI) The Haryana Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) Gurugram Division team
has arrested an accused Rajender Singh for his alleged involvement in corruption.

#ACB team arrests 2 accused in separate cases

ECoR surpasses all records of Indian Railways in freight loading in FY 2023-24

Bhubaneswar, Apr 2 (UNI) East Coast Railway (ECoR) has surpassed all records of Indian Railways in Freight Loading, in the last financial year 2023-24.

#ECoR surpasses all records of Indian Railways in freight loading in FY 2023-24

Telangana ranks 2nd in country with tele density of 108.19pc: Chief Secretary

Hyderabad, Apr 2 (UNI) Telangana Chief Secretary Santhi Kumar announced that Telangana has achieved a tele density of 108.19 per cent, securing the second position in the country.

#Telangana ranks 2nd in country with tele density of 108.19pc: Chief Secretary

Nalco registers new records in production & sales in 2023-24

Bhubaneswar, Apr 2 (UNI) The National Aluminium Company Ltd. (NALCO), the country’s leading manufacturer and exporter of alumina and aluminum has created new records in production and sales for the year 2023-24.

#Nalco registers new records in production & sales in 2023-24

IIT Madras study reveals sharp increase in number of C-section deliveries across India between 2016 and 2021

Chennai, Apr 2 (UNI) The Indian Institute of Technology-Madras (IIT-Madras) researchers have discovered a sharp uptick in the number of Caesarean section (C-section) deliveries that took place across the country between 2016 and 2021.

#IIT Madras study reveals sharp increase in number of C-section deliveries across India between 2016 and 2021

TVS Motor Company registers highest ever sales in FY 2023-24

Hosur, (Tamil Nadu), Apr 2 (UNI) Two and three-wheeler makers TVS Motor Company has registered its highest ever sales in FY 2023-24.

#TVS Motor Company registers highest ever sales in FY 2023-24



Stalin takes pride as TN''s electronic exports jumps to USD 1.7 bn in 2021 to USD 7.4 bn under DMK rule

Chennai, Apr 2 (UNI) Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K.Stalin on Tuesday took pride as the state''s
electronic exports increased from USD 1.7 billion in 2021 to USD 7.4 billion under the ruling DMK''s
Dravidian Model governance.

#Stalin takes pride as TN''s electronic exports jumps to USD 1.7 bn in 2021 to USD 7.4 bn under DMK rule

Aakash Educational Services announces scholarships for April 2024 admission

Vijayawada, Apr 2 (UNI) Aakash Educational Services Limited (AESL), a national leader in test preparatory services, has announced various scholarships prior to the commencement of its new session scheduled to begin in April 2024 to enable students to realise their dream of becoming doctors and engineers.

#Aakash Educational Services announces scholarships for April 2024 admission

Shree Cement inaugurates 3 mn ton cement plant ahead of schedule; invests Rs 2500 cr

New Delhi, Apr 2 (UNI) Shree Cement on Tuesday said it has inagurated its new integrated plant at Dachepalli village in Guntur of Andhra Pradesh and operational six months ahead of schedule.

#Shree Cement inaugurates 3 mn ton cement plant ahead of schedule; invests Rs 2500 cr

Police arrest 2 anti-social elements in Baramulla

Srinagar, Apr 2 (UNI) Police on Tuesday arrested two anti-social elements who had been evading their arrest for the past 30 years in Jammu Kashmir’s Baramulla district.

#Police arrest 2 anti-social elements in Baramulla



England all-rounder Ben Stokes opts out of T20 World Cup 2024

London, Apr 2 (UNI) Star all-rounder Ben Stokes has requested not to be considered for England selection for the ICC Men''s T20 World Cup 2024.

#England all-rounder Ben Stokes opts out of T20 World Cup 2024



England all-rounder Ben Stokes opts out of T20 World Cup 2024

London, Apr 2 (UNI) Star all-rounder Ben Stokes has requested not to be considered for England selection for the ICC Men''s T20 World Cup 2024.

#England all-rounder Ben Stokes opts out of T20 World Cup 2024

REIT: A pathbreaking trend that boost the FOP in real estate in 2024. By Shravan Gupta





Cong candidate Venkataramane Gowda declares assets worth Rs 223 cr

Bengaluru, Apr 2 (UNI) Venkataramane Gowda, the Congress candidate from Mandya Lok Sabha seat, has declared his assets, primarily comprising movable and immovable properties, totalling Rs 223 crore.

#Cong candidate Venkataramane Gowda declares assets worth Rs 223 cr



UP: Six killed, 2 injured as truck hits auto in Chitrakoot

Chitrakoot (UP), Apr 2 (UNI) Six people were killed and two others injured when an autorickshaw was hit by a truck in the Karvi area of Chitrakoot district here in Uttar Pradesh on Tuesday, police sources said.

#UP: Six killed #2 injured as truck hits auto in Chitrakoot

Edtech startup Interval earns Rs 17cr revenue in 2023-24

Kochi, Apr 2 (UNI) Edtech startup Interval of north Kerala clocked Rs 17 crore of revenue in 2023–24 within three years since inception, during which the company widened its operation in 30 countries to the benefit of 25,000+ students.

#Edtech startup Interval earns Rs 17cr revenue in 2023-24

Wonderla-Kochi celebrates 24th anniversary with exciting offers

Kochi, Apr 2 (UNI) Wonderla Holidays Ltd, India''s largest amusement park chain, has introduced a special offer exclusively for Wonderla Kochi in celebration of the park''s 24th anniversary.

#Wonderla-Kochi celebrates 24th anniversary with exciting offers



SC issues notice to ECI on plea to use paper audit trail along with EVMs during 2024 LS elections

New Delhi, Apr 1 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Monday issued notice to the Election Commission of India on a petition seeking to use Voter Verified Paper Audit Trail (VVPAT) slips with every EVM in elections instead of the verification of only five randomly selected Electronic Voting Machines in each assembly segment of a parliamentary constituency.

#SC issues notice to ECI on plea to use paper audit trail along with EVMs during 2024 LS elections

Meghalaya: One killed, 25 injured, villages devastated in storm

Shillong, April 1 (UNI) A boy was killed, 25 others injured and over 4000 people were affected in 98 villages by a devastating storm in Meghalaya, officials said on Monday.

#Meghalaya: One killed # 25 injured # villages devastated in storm



Odisha records Gross GST collection of Rs.5109.33 crores in March 2024

Bhubaneswar, Apr 1 (UNI) Odisha has recorded the second highest ever collection of Gross GST with a collection of Rs. 5109.33 crore during March 2024.

#Odisha records Gross GST collection of Rs.5109.33 crores in March 2024

PSEB declares class 5 results 2024

Chandigarh, Apr 1 (UNI) The Punjab School Education Board (PSEB) on Monday announced the results of the Class 5 examinations for the year 2024.

#PSEB declares class 5 results 2024

VB arrests 2 private persons for taking Rs 2.50,000 on the name of Vigilance Officials

Chandigarh, Apr 1 (UNI) Two persons were arrested on Monday in Punjab''s Patiala for taking bribe of Rs 2.50 lakh by posing as Vigilance Bureau officials.

#VB arrests 2 private persons for taking Rs 2.50 #000 on the name of Vigilance Officials

Paradip Port surpasses all previous records in cargo handling in FY 2023-24

Bhubaneswar, Apr 1 (UNI) For the first time in the 56 years history of operation, Paradip Port has surpassed previous records, set by Deendayal Port with record-breaking achievement of clocking incredible 145.38 MMT cargo throughput in the fiscal 2023-24.

The port’s remarkable journey has and thus-by nudged past Deendayal Port, Kandla to emerge as the highest cargo handling major port of the country.

#Paradip Port surpasses all previous records in cargo handling in FY 2023-24

UP: 2 killed, 2 injured in explosion in firecracker shop

Badaun (UP), Apr 1 (UNI) Two members of a family were killed and two others were injured when a house collapsed due to an explosion in a firecracker shop in the Islamnagar area of Badaun district here in Uttar Pradesh on Monday, a senior police officer said here.

#UP: 2 killed # 2 injured in explosion in firecracker shop



Rs 2000 banknotes continue to be legal tender; 97.69% returned till now: RBI

Mumbai, Apr 1 (UNI) The Government has received 97.69 per cent of Rs 2000 currency notes as on March 29, 2024, the RBI said on Monday while adding that the banknotes continue to be legal tender.

#Rs 2000 banknotes continue to be legal tender; 97.69% returned till now: RBI

Ministry of Minority Affairs initiates improved facilities for Haj pilgrims in 2024

Hyderabad, Apr 1 (UNI) Shaik Liyakhat Hussain, Executive Officer of the Telangana State Haj Committee (TSHC), announced that the Ministry of Minority Affairs, Government of India, has taken steps to enhance facilities for Haj pilgrims during the 2024 pilgrimage.

#Ministry of Minority Affairs initiates improved facilities for Haj pilgrims in 2024



Defence exports touch record over Rs 21,000 crore in 2023-24

New Delhi, Apr 1 (UNI) Riding on a series of policy reforms and Ease of Doing business initiatives of the Government, the Defence exports have increased to a record high of Rs 21,083 crore in 2023-24, witnessing a growth of 32.5 per cent over the last financial year, according to an official statement from the Ministry of Defence.

#Defence exports touch record over Rs 21 #000 crore in 2023-24

Defense exports touch a record over Rs 21k cr in 2023–24

New Delhi, Apr 1 (UNI) Riding on a series of policy reforms and Ease of Doing Business initiatives of the government, defense exports have increased to a record high of Rs 21,083 crore in 2023–24, witnessing a growth of 32.5 percent over the last financial year, according to an official statement from the Ministry of Defense.

#Defense exports touch a record over Rs 21k cr in 2023–24



Katchatheevu island row: Chidambaram asks EAM to refer to 2015 RTI reply

New Delhi, Apr 1 (UNI) Slamming Foreign Minister S Jaishankar for holding the Congress responsible for Katchatheevu island issue, former Union Minister P Chidambaram on Monday asked the BJP leader to refer to the RTI reply of 2015, which acknowledged that a small island belonged to Sri Lanka .

#Katchatheevu island row: Chidambaram asks EAM to refer to 2015 RTI reply



India’s defence exports reaches all time high of Rs 21,000 cr: Rajnath Singh

New Delhi, Apr 1 (UNI) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday said that for the first time in the history of Independent India, the country’s defence exports has reached an all time high of Rs 21,000 crore in the financial year 2023-24 which is 32.5% more than the previous fiscal.

#India’s defence exports reaches all time high of Rs 21 #000 cr: Rajnath Singh



Dharavi Redevelopment Project: 2nd Phase of ''Housing Eligibility Survey'' begins

Mumbai, Apr 1 (UNI) Under the joint venture between Adani Realty and the Maharashtra government the second phase of a comprehensive ''Housing Eligibility Survey'' begins here on April 1 in Dharavi, Asia''s largest slum.

#Dharavi Redevelopment Project: 2nd Phase of ''''Housing Eligibility Survey'''' begins

Israel withdraws forces from Gaza's Al-Shifa hospital after 2-week raid

Jerusalem, Apr 1 (UNI) Israel''s army announced on Monday that it withdrew its forces from Al-Shifa Hospital in Gaza, concluding a two-week-long raid on the enclave''s largest medical centre.

#Israel withdraws forces from Gaza's Al-Shifa hospital after 2-week raid

Singapore police arrests 289 involved in scam

Singapore, April 1 (UNI) Singaporean police arrested 289 suspects between 16 and 73 for scam offences during an operation from March 15 to March 28, according to the latest statement from police.

#Singapore police arrests 289 involved in scam



Over 250 people died every week in UK hospitals due to long waits in 2023

London, Apr1 (UNI) An average of 268 people a week are thought to have died in 2023 due to hours-long waits in emergency departments in the United Kingdom, Sky News reported on Monday, citing a study by the Royal College of Emergency Medicine.

#Over 250 people died every week in UK hospitals due to long waits in 2023

Myanmar aims to plant over 600,000 acres of cotton in 2024-25 FY

Yangon, Apr 1 (UNI) Myanmar aims to cultivate over 600,000 acres of cotton across six states and regions in the country during the 2024-25 fiscal year, the official Global New Light of Myanmar reported on Monday.

#Myanmar aims to plant over 600 #000 acres of cotton in 2024-25 FY

Israel sees 43 pc jump in cyber incidents in 2023: report

Jerusalem, Apr 1 (UNI) Israel registered 13,040 cyber incidents in 2023, a significant rise of 43 per cent year-on-year, said an annual report issued by the Israel National Cyber Directorate on Sunday.

#Israel sees 43 pc jump in cyber incidents in 2023: report

NIPM to hold HR Conference in Visakhapatnam on April 26

Visakhapatnam, Mar 31 (UNI) The National Institute of Personnel Management (NIPM)-Visakha Chapter in association with RINL, Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, will jointly organise a daylong HR Conference under Central Region, NIPM at Visakhapatnam Steel Plant here on April 26.

#NIPM to hold HR Conference in Visakhapatnam on April 26

HCCD confers Medal of Honour 2024 on Dr Nawab Mir Nasir Ali Khan

Hyderabad, Mar 31 (UNI) The Honorary Consular Corps Diplomatique (HCCD) – India, composed of Honorary Consular officers both domestically and internationally and affiliated with F.I.C.A.C. (World Federation of Consuls), bestowed the prestigious Medal of Honour 2024 upon H.E Dr Nawab Mir Nasir Ali Khan, Honorary Consul of the Republic of Kazakhstan for Telangana and Andhra Pradesh.

#HCCD confers Medal of Honour 2024 on Dr Nawab Mir Nasir Ali Khan



Gujarat Titans ensure second win of IPL 2024

Ahmedabad, March 31 (UNI) Gujarat Titans (GT) fortified their record at the Narendra Modi Stadium here on Sunday with a seven-wicket victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in Match 12 of the TATA Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024.

#Gujarat Titans ensure second win of IPL 2024

Storm renders 200 people homeless in Meghalaya

Shillong, Mar 31 (UNI) A severe storm caused widescale damage in Meghalaya leaving over 200 people homeless and uprooting several trees.

#Storm renders 200 people homeless in Meghalaya

Over 200 people rendered homeless after storm wreaks havoc in Meghalaya

Shillong, Mar 31 (UNI) A severe storm caused severe damage in Meghalaya leaving more 200 people homeless and uprooted a number of trees.

#Over 200 people rendered homeless after storm wreaks havoc in Meghalaya

Bid to check poll violence: Over 2k bound down in Arunachal

Itanagar, Mar 31 (UNI) Arunachal Pradesh Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) Pawan Kumar Sain said that around 2,000 people, including habitual offenders or those with such track records have been bound down in different parts of the State, in a bid to avert any kind of law and order situation on the poll day so as to ensure free and fair elections.

#Bid to check poll violence: Over 2k bound down in Arunachal



BRS chief urges Govt to provide Rs 25,000 per acre compensation for dried crops

Jangaon (Telangana), Mar 31 (UNI) Bharat Rashtra Samiti (BRS) President and former Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao (KCR) demanded the state government to allocate Rs 25,000 per acre as compensation for farmers affected by dried crops.

#BRS chief urges Govt to provide Rs 25 #000 per acre compensation for dried crops

Kabul confirms detention of 2 US nationals in Afghanistan

Kabul, Mar 31 (UNI) Afghan caretaker government''s spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid has confirmed the detention of two U.S. nationals in Afghanistan, local media said Sunday.

#Kabul confirms detention of 2 US nationals in Afghanistan

Hyd: 'Ahimsa Run for peace and non-violence' draws 2000 participants

Hyderabad, Mar 31 (UNI) The second edition of the IIFL JITO ''Ahimsa Run for Peace and Non-violence'' took place on Sunday at JalaVihar, PV Narasimha Rao Marg, Hyderabad.

#Hyd: 'Ahimsa Run for peace and non-violence' draws 2000 participants

500 local runners, 0ver 200 JITO members participate in event promoting non-violence

Pune, Mar 31 (UNI) The Jain International Trade Organisation (JITO) and Jito Administrative Training Foundation (JATF) jointly organised the Second ‘Ahimsa Run’ in Kashmir on Sunday, which received an overwhelming response, particularly from local runners.

#500 local runners # 0ver 200 JITO members participate in event promoting non-violence

Passenger car crash kills 2, injures 22 in Philippines

Manila, Mar 31 (UNI) Two people were killed and 22 others injured after a jeepney crashed into a roadside tree in Batangas province, south of Manila, police said on Sunday.

#Passenger car crash kills 2 # injures 22 in Philippines



Direct flight between Hyd-Ayodhya to commence from April 2

Hyderabad, Mar 31 (UNI) Union Minister and Telangana BJP President G Kishan Reddy on Sunday announced the commencement of flight services between Hyderabad and Ayodhya starting from April 2.

#Direct flight between Hyd-Ayodhya to commence from April 2

Vistara to start 2 daily services in Thiruvananthapuram-Bengaluru sector

Thiruvananthapuram, Mar 31 (UNI) Vistara will start two new daily services in Thiruvananthapuram-Bengaluru sector from Monday.

#Vistara to start 2 daily services in Thiruvananthapuram-Bengaluru sector

SpaceX launches 23 more Starlink internet satellites into space

Los Angeles, Mar 31 (UNI) U.S. private space company SpaceX launched 23 more Starlink satellites into orbit on Saturday.

#SpaceX launches 23 more Starlink internet satellites into space

Four from Dehradun killed, 2 injured as SUV rams into pole

Moradabad (UP), Mar 31 (UP) Four persons, including three women, from Dehradun were killed and two others injured when an SUV collided with a pole in Kanth area of Moradabad district here in Uttar Pradesh on Sunday, a police officer said here.

#Four from Dehradun killed # 2 injured as SUV rams into pole



Four from Dehradun killed, 2 injured as SUV rams into pole

Moradabad (UP), Mar 31 (UNI) Four persons, including three women, from Dehradun were killed and two others injured when an SUV collided with a pole in Kanth area of Moradabad district here in Uttar Pradesh on Sunday, a police officer said here.

#Four from Dehradun killed #2 injured as SUV rams into pole

Argentina reports over 163,000 dengue cases in 2024

Buenos Aires, Mar 31 (UNI) Argentina has reported a total of 163,419 cases of dengue fever so far in 2024, its Ministry of Health said.

#Argentina reports over 163 #000 dengue cases in 2024

Explosion kills 3 including 2 children in Myanmar's Yangon

Yangon, Mar 31 (UNI) Three people, including two children, were killed in an explosion in Hmawbi Township of Yangon region on Saturday, local authorities said.

#Explosion kills 3 including 2 children in Myanmar's Yangon



Four women, including 2 teenage girls, drown in lake

Chennai, Mar 31 (UNI) In a tragic incident, four women, including two teenage girls,
were drowned in a lake at Veppur village near Gudiyatham town in Vellore on Saturday
evening.

#Four women #including 2 teenage girls #drown in lake

Bhilwara Sur Sangam 2024: An ode to India’s rich musical tradition

New Delhi, Mar 30 (UNI) The capital city of India bore witness to a mesmerising celebration of classical melodies as the 11th edition of Bhilwara Sur Sangam, orchestrated by the esteemed LNJ Bhilwara Group, unfolded here on Saturday.

#Bhilwara Sur Sangam 2024: An ode to India’s rich musical tradition

Over 600,000 tourists arrive in Sri Lanka so far in 2024

Colombo, Mar 30 (UNI) Over 600,000 tourists have arrived in Sri Lanka by March 27 this year, the latest statistics by the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) showed.

#Over 600 #000 tourists arrive in Sri Lanka so far in 2024



IP university to accept CUET scores for 20 undergraduate programs

New Delhi, Mar 30 (UNI) IP University announced on Saturday that it will now consider CUET scores for admission to 20 undergraduate programs.

#IP university to accept CUET scores for 20 undergraduate programs



AIFF constitutes committee to investigate incident in IWL 2 in Goa

New Delhi, Mar 30 (UNI) The All India Football Federation (AIFF) was formally notified by players from Khad FC, participating in the IWL 2 in Goa, of certain incidents of alleged physical assault
and harassment on them on March 29.

#AIFF constitutes committee to investigate incident in IWL 2 in Goa



AIFF constitutes committee to investigate incident in IWL 2 in Goa

New Delhi, Mar 30 (UNI) The All India Football Federation (AIFF) was formally notified by players from Khad FC, participating in the IWL 2 in Goa, of certain incidents of alleged physical assault
and harassment on them on March 29.

#AIFF constitutes committee to investigate incident in IWL 2 in Goa



India needs nearly 2L Company Secs by 2047: ICSI Natl Pres

Hyderabad, Mar 30 (UNI) Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) National President B Narasimhan on Saturday said if the Indian economy becomes $ 30 trillion by 2047 as aspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India needs 2 lakh companies secretaries, which is triple the size of Company Secretaries of current 72,000 members.

#India needs nearly 2L Company Secs by 2047: ICSI Natl Pres

Woman dies, 2 hospitalised after mass drug overdose in Aus's Queensland

Canberra, Mar 30 (UNI) A woman died and two were hospitalised after a mass drug overdose took place in the Australian state of Queensland overnight.

#Woman dies # 2 hospitalised after mass drug overdose in Aus's Queensland



Punjab: Police arrest 7 gangsters in 2 different cases

Chandigarh, Mar 30 (UNI) In a breakthrough, Jalandhar Commissionerate Police averted planned target killings with the arrest of four operatives of Prema Lahoria, Vicky Gounder Gang, after an exchange of fire and recovered six pistols and live cartridges from them.

#Punjab: Police arrest 7 gangsters in 2 different cases



Rains lash J&K for 2nd day, snow blankets Pahalgam

Srinagar, Mar 30 (UNI) Several parts of Jammu and Kashmir witnessed widespread rainfall in the last 24 hours, while the upper reaches experienced snowfall, bringing down the temperatures.

#Rains lash J&K for 2nd day #snow blankets Pahalgam



Reddy predicts Congress victory by 200 votes margin in Mahabubnagar MLC elections

Hyderabad, Mar 29 (UNI) Telangana Chief Minister, A Revanth Reddy, expressed confidence that the Congress party would secure a 200-vote majority in the Mahabubnagar Local Authorities Constituency''s Member of Legislative Council election held on Thursday.

#Reddy predicts Congress victory by 200 votes margin in Mahabubnagar MLC elections

UP: Six get lifer for murder of BSP MLA Raju Pal in 2005

Lucknow, March 29 (UNI) Six persons were held guilty and sentenced to life imprisonment along with a combined penalty of Rs 11.65 lakh by a special Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) court here on Friday in more than 19-year-old case related to murder of Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) MLA Raju Pal and his associates, an official spokesman said here.

#UP: Six get lifer for murder of BSP MLA Raju Pal in 2005

Printing of textbooks for 2024-25 academic year started in AP: Principal Secy

Vijayawada, Mar 29 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Education department Principal Secretary Pravin Prakash on Friday said that the printing of textbooks for the academic year 2024-25 has started.

#Printing of textbooks for 2024-25 academic year started in AP: Principal Secy



IMT TRILAT 24 Exercise concludes at Nacala, Mozambique

New Delhi, Mar 29 (UNI) The second edition of India-Mozambique-Tanzania Trilateral Exercise concluded at Nacala, Mozambique marking a pivotal moment in regional partnership.

#IMT TRILAT 24 Exercise concludes at Nacala #Mozambique

UK to almost double aid for Sudan in 2024-2025 to $122.4 mln

London, Mar 29 (UNI) The United Kingdom has boosted its funding to address an escalating humanitarian crisis in Sudan, bringing its total commitments in 2024–2025 to 89 million pounds ($112.4 million), almost double what was allocated in the current financial year, the Foreign Office said.

#UK to almost double aid for Sudan in 2024-2025 to $122.4 mln

Bihar: RJD to contest on 26, Cong 9 & Left to field 5 candidates for LS elections

Patna, Mar 29 (UNI) Seat sharing among constituents of alliance INDIA for ongoing Lok Sabha elections in Bihar, was announced on Friday, with the RJD contesting 26 seats, Congress 9 seats, and the Left parties 5 seats in the state.

#Bihar: RJD to contest on 26 # Cong 9 & Left to field 5 candidates for LS elections



Ten killed as passenger taxi falls into gorge in J&K''s Ramban, 2 identified

Jammu, Mar 29 (UNI) At least ten passengers died when a passenger taxi they were travelling in skidded off and plunged into a deep gorge on Friday morning in Ramban district of Jammu and Kashmir.

#Ten killed as passenger taxi falls into gorge in J&K''s Ramban #2 identified



Woman among 2 absconders arrested in J&K’s Baramulla

Srinagar, Mar 29 (UNI) Police have arrested two absconders, including a woman, who were evading their arrest for decades in Jammu and Kashmir’s Baramulla district.

#Woman among 2 absconders arrested in J&K’s Baramulla

Hyd: Former ALC sentenced to 2 years RI for disproportionate assets

Hyderabad, Mar 29 (UNI) The Special Judge for CBI cases in Hyderabad has sentenced Thodi Ramesh, the former Assistant Labour Commissioner (ALC) at the Office of the Commissioner of Labour in Hyderabad, to undergo two years of Rigorous Imprisonment (RI) along with a fine of Rs one lakh.

#Hyd: Former ALC sentenced to 2 years RI for disproportionate assets



1 killed, 27 injured in traffic accident in central Myanmar

Yangon, Mar 29 (UNI) One person was killed and 27 others were injured in a traffic accident in central Myanmar''s Mandalay region on Thursday, local rescue officials said on Friday.

#1 killed #27 injured in traffic accident in central Myanmar



Israeli army kills over 200 Palestinians, arrests 1,000 in Gaza hospital: Hamas

Gaza, Mar 29 (UNI) The Israeli army has killed over 200 people and arrested around 1,000 others in the Al-Shifa Medical Complex in northern Gaza, said the Hamas-run media office on Thursday.

#Israeli army kills over 200 Palestinians #arrests 1 #000 in Gaza hospital: Hamas



Former South African Prez Zuma barred from contesting 2024 elections

Johannesburg, Mar 29 (UNI) The Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) of South Africa, the country''s election management body, said Thursday that it has upheld an objection against former President Jacob Zuma''s candidacy in the upcoming elections.

#Former South African Prez Zuma barred from contesting 2024 elections

LS Polls: Cash, liquor worth Rs 29L seized in J&K's Kathua

Jammu, Mar 28 (UNI) The enforcement teams on Thursday intercepted and seized cash and liquor valued at Rs 29,51,630 since the enforcement of Election Model Code of Conduct in Kathua district of Jammu and Kashmir.

#LS Polls: Cash # liquor worth Rs 29L seized in J&K's Kathua



Police arrest 2 absconders in J&K’s Anantnag

Srinagar, Mar 28 (UNI) Police have arrested two absconders who were evading arrest for a long time in Jammu Kashmir’s Anantnag district.

#Police arrest 2 absconders in J&K’s Anantnag

Koil Alwar Thirumanjanam at Tirumala Temple on April 2

Tirumala, Mar 28 (UNI) Ahead of Ugadi festivities, the temple cleaning fete of Koil Alwar Thirumanjanam will be conducted at the Srivari temple here on April 2.

#Koil Alwar Thirumanjanam at Tirumala Temple on April 2

Vizag Port handles more than 80 Million Tonnes in FY 2023-24

Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh), Mar 28 (UNI): The Visakhapatnam Port Authority (VPA) created a new history in Cargo Handling, four days earlier in the financial year of 2023-24 by handling 80.05 Million tonnes.

#Vizag Port handles more than 80 Million Tonnes in FY 2023-24

India Post to commemorate 250th year of launching of first copper postal ticket

Patna, Mar 28 (UNI) India Post will organise year-long celebrations from March 31 to commemorate the 250th year of the launching of the first postal copper ticket in the world from Patna in 1774.

#India Post to commemorate 250th year of launching of first copper postal ticket



Notification issued for 2nd phase of LS polls in UP

Lucknow, Mar 28 (UNI) Notification for the second phase of Lok Sabha elections in Uttar Pradesh covering 8 Lok Sabha constituencies spread over 9 districts of the state was issued on Thursday with which the process of nomination has started in these constituencies.

#Notification issued for 2nd phase of LS polls in UP



Luminous enters solar panel mfg; 250 MW facility launched with initial investment of Rs 120 cr

Rudrapur, Mar 28 (UNI) From power Back-up solutions to Batteries and Solar applications, Luminous Power Technologies on Thursday announced the launch of its state-of-the-art solar panel manufacturing facility here.

#Luminous enters solar panel mfg; 250 MW facility launched with initial investment of Rs 120 cr



Debar bank loan defaulters from contesting general elections 2024: AIBEA

Hyderabad, Mar 28 (UNI) All India Bank Employees'' Association (AIBEA) has appealed to the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Rajiv Kumar to debar the bank loan defaulters from contesting the general elections 2024.

#Debar bank loan defaulters from contesting general elections 2024: AIBEA



UP: 2 charred to death as trucks catches fire after collision

Mahoba (UP), Mar 28 (UNI) Two drivers were charred to death when two vehicles caught fire after colliding with each other in the Khanna area of the district here in Uttar Pradesh, a police officer said on Thursday.

#UP: 2 charred to death as trucks catches fire after collision