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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

Voting underway in 4 LS seats in Bihar
Patna, April 19 (UNI) Polling in four out of 40 parliamentary seats in Bihar began on a peaceful note at 7 am amid tight security arrangements on Friday for the first phase of Lok Sabha elections.
#Voting underway in 4 LS seats in Bihar

4 gov't officials killed in terrorist attack in NW Pakistan

Islamabad, Apr 18 (UNI) Four officials of Pakistan Customs were killed and two other people injured in a terrorist attack in the country''s northwest Dera Ismail Khan district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province on Thursday, police officials said.

#4 gov't officials killed in terrorist attack in NW Pakistan

Odisha turns into a boiling cauldron as mercury rises above 40 degrees Celsius in 32 locations.

Bhubaneswar, Apr 18 (UNI) Several parts of Odisha virtually became a boiling cauldron on Thursday as the day temperatures soared above 40 degrees Celsius in as many as 32 locations.

#Odisha turns into a boiling cauldron as mercury rises above 40 degrees Celsius in 32 locations.

Mahayuti to win over 45 seats in Maha: Maha NCP (AP) chief
Alibaug, Apr 18 (UNI) Maharashtra NCP (AP) president, Sunil Tatkare on Thursday expressed that the work that is being done by the ruling Mahayuti government will definitely bring success to the Mahayuti, which will win more than 45 seats in the state.
#Mahayuti to win over 45 seats in Maha: Maha NCP (AP) chief

Bajaj Auto net profit at Rs 1936 cr in Q4; clocks all-time high revenue in FY24

New Delhi, Apr 18 (UNI) Two wheeler auto major Bajaj Auto on Thursday announced 29 percent jump in its revenue in Q4 (January-March) at 11,485 crore, led by the broad based buoyancy that was sustained on the domestic business and aided by steady exports.

#Bajaj Auto net profit at Rs 1936 cr in Q4; clocks all-time high revenue in FY24

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

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

IT major Infosys net profit jumps to Rs 7969 crore in Q4.

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#IT major Infosys net profit jumps to Rs 7969 crore in Q4.

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

Sensex drops 454.69 points
Mumbai, Apr 18 (UNI) The BSE Sensex remained negative for the fourth straight session on Thursday as it plummeted 454.69 pts to close at 72,488.99 as heavy selling was seen in consumer durable, health care, energy, and bankex stocks amid a positive trend in the Asian market.
#Sensex drops 454.69 points

UP: 4 killed, 5 injured as car rams into divider
Etah, Apr 18 (UNI) Four people, including two children were killed, and five others injured when a car rammed into a divider at Pilua area in Etah district of Uttar Pradesh on Thursday.
#UP: 4 killed #5 injured as car rams into divider

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

ECI issues notification for 4th phase for 11 LS seats in state
Mumbai, Apr 18 (UNI) The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Thursday issued notification for the fourth phase of Lok Sabha elections 2024 for 11 constituencies, including Aurangabad, in the fourth phase election to be held on May 13.
#ECI issues notification for 4th phase for 11 LS seats in state

Heatwave conditions likely in Telangana in next 48 hours: Met
Hyderabad, April 18 (UNI) Heatwave conditions are likely to prevail at isolated pockets in Komaram Bheem Asifabad, Mancherial, Peddapalli, Jayashankar Bhupalpally, Mulugu, Bhadradri Kothagudem, Khammam, Nalgonda, Suryapet, and Mahabubabad districts of Telangana during the next 24 hours, Meteorological Centre said on Thursday.
#Heatwave conditions likely in Telangana in next 48 hours: Met

Jagadish Shettar challenges Cong to secure 40 seats in LS polls
Belagavi, Apr 18 (UNI) BJP candidate Jagdish Shettar, during the filing of his nomination for the Belagavi Lok Sabha constituency, issued a challenge to the Congress party, asserting that they should aim to secure at least 40 seats in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections.
#Jagadish Shettar challenges Cong to secure 40 seats in LS polls

14 killed, several wounded in latest raid on CAR villages: UN
United Nations, Apr 18 (UNI) UN humanitarians said on Wednesday armed rebels raided a Central Africa Republic (CAR) village in southern Mbomou prefecture, killing 14 civilians, wounding several others, and setting homes on fire.
#14 killed #several wounded in latest raid on CAR villages: UN

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

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

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Maha: 1,41,457 new voters in 5 LS constituencies to cast their votes in 1st phase

Mumbai, Apr 17 (UNI) This year 1,41,457 new voters in age group of 18-19 years in five constituencies of Vidarbha region in Maharashtra will exercise their right to vote in first phase of the Lok Sabha elections due to be held on April 19.

#Maha: 1 #41 #457 new voters in 5 LS constituencies to cast their votes in 1st phase

Maha: EC to issue notification for 4th phase of LS elections on April 18
Mumbai, Apr 17 (UNI) The Election Commission will issue a notification for fourth phase of the Lok Sabha elections in Maharashtra on Thursday.
#Maha: EC to issue notification for 4th phase of LS elections on April 18

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

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

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

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

IDF says struck over 40 Hamas targets in Gaza strip in past day

Gaza, Apr 17 (UNI) The Israeli Air Force (IAF) has struck over 40 targets of the Palestinian movement Hamas and eliminated several of its fighters in the Gaza Strip in the past day, the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) said on Wednesday.

#IDF says struck over 40 Hamas targets in Gaza strip in past day

427 Agniveers pass out from Parachute Regiment Training Centre
Bengaluru, April 17 (UNI) The Parachute Regiment Training Centre marked a significant milestone on Wednesday as the third batch of Agniveers completed their rigorous 24-week recruit training.
#427 Agniveers pass out from Parachute Regiment Training Centre

Over Rs 421 cr recovered in Maha ahead of LS polls: ECI
Mumbai, Apr 17 (UNI) According to the Election Commission, various departments of the central and state governments have confiscated a total of Rs 421.41 crore.
#Over Rs 421 cr recovered in Maha ahead of LS polls: ECI

584 migrants rescued off Libyan coast over past week: IOM

Tripoli, Apr 17 (UNI) The International Organization for Migration (IOM) on Tuesday said that 584 migrants were rescued off the coast of Libya in the past week.

#584 migrants rescued off Libyan coast over past week: IOM

LS Election : AAP announces remaining 4 LS Candidates in Punjab
Chandigarh, Apr 16 (UNI) The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Tuesday announced Lok Sabha candidates for the remaining Four seats in Punjab.
#LS Election : AAP announces remaining 4 LS Candidates in Punjab

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

Tremendous response for EAPCET -2024: Chairman

Kakinada, Apr 16 (UNI) JNTUK Vice Chancellor Prof GVR Prasadaraju, who is also the Chairman of Andhra Pradesh Engineering, Agriculture and Pharmacy Common Entrance Test (AP EAPCET-2024), on Tuesday said that there has been tremendous response this year for the test .

#Tremendous response for EAPCET -2024: Chairman

CBDT signs 125 APAs in FY24, gives push to ease of doing biz

New Delhi, April 16 (UNI) In a bid to provide investor-friendly tax regime and promote ease of doing business, the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) signed 125 Advance Pricing Agreements (APAs) with Indian taxpayers in the financial year 2023-24.

#CBDT signs 125 APAs in FY24 # gives push to ease of doing biz

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

'Ab ki baar 400 par' is just a gimmick: Londhe

Mumbai, April 16 (UNI) The Bharatiya Janata Party''s slogan of ''Ab ki baar 400 par'' is just a gimmick and there is no doubt that the BJP will face a massive defeat in the upcoming Lok Saha polls, Maharashtra Pradesh Congress Committee Chief Spokesperson Atul Londhe said here on Tuesday.

#'Ab ki baar 400 par' is just a gimmick: Londhe

Palestinian death toll in Gaza rises to 33,843

Gaza, April 16 (UNI) The Ministry of Health in Gaza announced Tuesday that the Palestinian death toll from ongoing Israeli attacks on the Gaza Strip has risen to 33,843.

The ministry said in a press statement that 46 people were killed and 110 others injured in five Israeli raids during the past 24 hours.

#Palestinian death toll in Gaza rises to 33 #843

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

Sensex tanks 456.10 pts
Mumbai, April 16 (UNI) The equity market continued to slid for the third consecutive session on Tuesday as BSE Sensex plunged 456.10 pts to settle below 73K at 72,943.68 as selling was seen in IT, Bankex, Metal and Technology stocks amid concern over US rate cut and geographical tension in Middle East.
#Sensex tanks 456.10 pts

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

Sensex drops over 400 points
Mumbai, Apr 16 (UNI) The equity market remained negative for the third straight session on Tuesday as the BSE Sensex plunged 413.46 pts below 73K at 72986.32 till noon trade as heavy selling was seen in IT, Bankex, and technology stocks.
#Sensex drops over 400 points

Srinagar boat capsize: 4 dead, several missing as rescue operation on
Srinagar, Apr 16 (UNI) A boat carrying nearly two dozen people, including schoolchildren, capsized in the Jhelum River in Srinagar, killing at least four people and leaving several others missing, officials said on Tuesday.
#Srinagar boat capsize: 4 dead #several missing as rescue operation on

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

5.9-magnitude quake hits 143 km SE of Koshima, Japan: USGS
New, York, Apr 16 (UNI) An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.9 jolted 143 km SE of Koshima, Japan, at 22:38:57 GMT on Monday, the U.S. Geological Survey said.
#5.9-magnitude quake hits 143 km SE of Koshima #Japan: USGS

Odisha :Two Dead, 40 Injured as Kolkata-Bound Bus Falls from Flyover Bridge

Bhubaneswar, Apr 15 (UNI) At least two passengers were killed and about 40 others injured when a Kolkata-bound private bus from Cuttack met with an accident near Barbati in Odisha’s Jajpur district on Monday night.

#Odisha :Two Dead # 40 Injured as Kolkata-Bound Bus Falls from Flyover Bridge

Heat wave condition grips Odisha, Mercury hovers over 40 degree Celsius in 18 places
Bhubaneswar, Apr 15 (UNI) An intense heat wave conditions prevailed in several parts of Odisha with day temperature rising above 40 degrees Celsius in as many as 18 places in the state.
#Heat wave condition grips Odisha #Mercury hovers over 40 degree Celsius in 18 places

Stock market tanks over 845 points due to heightened Israel-Iran tensions
Mumbai, April 15 (UNI) Amidst rising geo-political tension and higher than expected US inflation, the stock markets today tanked right from word go and ended the day with a loss of whopping over 845 points to settle at 73399.78.
#Stock market tanks over 845 points due to heightened Israel-Iran tensions

Sensex tanks 845.12 pts
Mumbai, April 15 (UNI) The BSE Sensex on Monday plunged another 845.12 pts to settle at 73399.78 owing to geographical tension and higher than expected US inflation.
#Sensex tanks 845.12 pts

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%

Gen Pande on 4-day visit to Uzbekistan
New Delhi, Apr 15 (UNI) Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Manoj Pande on Monday embarked on a four-day visit to Uzbekistan, marking a significant step towards enhancing defence cooperation between the two contries.
#Gen Pande on 4-day visit to Uzbekistan

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.

Ambuja Cements to acquire My Home Group's grinding unit for Rs 414 crore

New Delhi, April 15 (UNI) Adani group-controlled Ambuja Cements has signed a definitive agreement to acquire My Home Group''s 1.5 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) cement grinding unit in Tuticorin for Rs 413.75 crore.

#Ambuja Cements to acquire My Home Group's grinding unit for Rs 414 crore

Enforcement agencies make record seizure of Rs 4650 crore before 1st phase polls: ECI
New Delhi, Apr 15 (UNI) Even before the country goes to vote for the first phase of polling on April 19, the enforcement agencies have so far seized Rs 4650 crores which is higher than the total seizures of the 2019 General Elections.
#Enforcement agencies make record seizure of Rs 4650 crore before 1st phase polls: ECI

4 killed, 12 injured in rocket attacks in Myanmar's Pyin Oo Lwin

Yangon, Apr 15 (UNI) Four people were killed and 12 others injured in rocket attacks in Pyin Oo Lwin of central Myanmar''s Mandalay region on Sunday night, the Information Team of Myanmar''s State Administration Council reported on Monday.

#4 killed # 12 injured in rocket attacks in Myanmar's Pyin Oo Lwin

UP: One killed, 4 injured after tempo hit by vehicle in Bahraich
Bahraich (UP), Apr 15 (UNI) One person was killed and four others were injured after a tempo was hit by a four-wheeler in Kotwali Dehat area of Bahraich district in Uttar Pradesh on Monday, police sources said here.
#UP: One killed #4 injured after tempo hit by vehicle in Bahraich

UP: One killed, 4 injured after being hit by vehicle in Bahraich
Bahraich (UP), Apr 15 (UNI) One person was killed and four others were injured after a tempo was hit by a four-wheeler in Kotwali Dehat area of Bahraich district in Uttar Pradesh on Monday, police sources said here.
#UP: One killed #4 injured after being hit by vehicle in Bahraich

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

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.

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

Police, BSF recovered 9.47 lakh drug money, 72gms gold and 109gms silver from drug smuggler

Fazilka, Apr 14 (UNI) While probing backward linkages into 9.5kg Heroin recovery case, Fazilka
Police in collaboration with BSF, conducted an operation targeting a suspected drug smuggler in
a border Village Muhar Jamsher.

#Police # BSF recovered 9.47 lakh drug money # 72gms gold and 109gms silver from drug smuggler

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

Ambition of 140 cr people is my mission: PM
New Delhi, April 14 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday released the BJP''s manifesto ''Sankalp Patra'' with tagline ''Modi ki Guarantee'' and said that the ''ambition'' of 140 crore people of the country was his ''mission'' and sought their blessings in creating a ''Viksit Bharat''.
#Ambition of 140 cr people is my mission: PM

Iran launches 185 drones, 146 missiles to attack Israel
Jerusalem, April 14 (UNI) Iran has fired 185 drones, 36 cruise missiles and 110 surface-to-surface missiles at Israel, including from Iraq and Yemen, The New York Times reported, citing two Israeli officials.
#Iran launches 185 drones #146 missiles to attack Israel

G7 countries to discuss Iran’s attack on Israel on April 14
Rome, April 14 (UNI) The G7 countries plan to discuss via video link on Sunday the coordination of further actions following Iran''s attack on Israel, Bloomberg reported, citing sources.
#G7 countries to discuss Iran’s attack on Israel on April 14

Avesh, Maharaj restrict Punjab Kings to 147/8

Mullanpur, April 13 (UNI) Avesh Khan and Keshav Maharaj starred for Rajasthan Royals as they restricted Punjab Kings to a below-par total of 147/8 in the 27th match of IPL 2024 at Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium here on Saturday.

#Avesh # Maharaj restrict Punjab Kings to 147/8

Hyd : Congress poised to secure 14-15 Lok Sabha seats in Telangana

Hyderabad, Apr 13 (UNI) Telangana Civil Supplies and Irrigation Minister, Capt N Uttam Kumar Reddy, asserted that the Telangana Congress, by securing 14-15 Lok Sabha seats in the upcoming elections, aims to play a pivotal role in the formation of the next Congress-led Government at the Centre.

#Hyd : Congress poised to secure 14-15 Lok Sabha seats in Telangana

2024 Two Oceans Marathon held in Cape Town

Cape Town, Apr 13 (UNI) The 2024 Two Oceans Marathon was held on Saturday in Cape Town, South Africa, attracting tens of thousands of athletes and sports enthusiasts from across the globe.

#2024 Two Oceans Marathon held in Cape Town

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

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

11 die, 4 injured in militants highway blockade in SW Pak
Islamabad, Apr 13 (UNI) Eleven people died and four injured as militants killed passengers of several vehicles in Pakistan''s southwestern Balochistan province, officials said on Saturday.
#11 die #4 injured in militants highway blockade in SW Pak

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

4 dead in Ecuador traffic accident
Quito, Apr 13 (UNI) At least 4 people were killed and 16 injured after a bus overturned on a highway in southern Ecuador on Friday, reported the Attorney General''s Office (FGE).
#4 dead in Ecuador traffic accident

Palestinian death toll in Gaza rises to 33,634: ministry
Gaza, Apr 13 (UNI) The Ministry of Health in the Gaza Strip said Friday that the Palestinian death toll has risen to 33,634 as a result of the ongoing Israeli attacks on the enclave.
#Palestinian death toll in Gaza rises to 33 #634: ministry

1 killed, 4 injured in clash in SW Pakistan
Islamabad, Apr 13 (UNI) One man was killed and four others were injured in a clash between security forces and militants in Pakistan''s southwest Balochistan province on Friday night, officials said.
#1 killed #4 injured in clash in SW Pakistan

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

ED attaches various assets of book value of Rs 50.47 cr in ration scam in Bengal
Kolkata, Apr 12 (UNI) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached various assets of book value of Rs 50.47 crore allegedly
acquired out of the Proceeds of Crime (PoC), derived and obtained from PDS Ration Scam by several persons, including arrested West Bengal food minister
Jyoti Priya Mallick, Bakibur Rahaman (rice and flour miller), Sankar Addhya and others, ED said on Friday.
#ED attaches various assets of book value of Rs 50.47 cr in ration 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

Argentine court rules Iran, Hezbollah responsible for 1994 terrorist attack

Buenos Aires, Apr 12 (UNI) The Argentine Federal Chamber of Criminal Cassation has decided to review the verdicts in the case of the attack on the Jewish cultural centre in 1994 and conduct a new trial in absentia of Iranians tried in the case, and concluded that the terrorist attack was organised by Lebanese armed group Hezbollah, the media reported.

#Argentine court rules Iran # Hezbollah responsible for 1994 terrorist attack

India''s retail inflation eases to 4.85 pc in March
New Delhi, April 12 (UNI) India''s retail inflation measured by consumer price index (CPI) eased to 4.85% in March 2024 from 5.09% in the previous month, according to official data released on Friday.
#India''s retail inflation eases to 4.85 pc in March

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

TCS starts earning season for Q4 for IT sector on high; report 9.1 pc jump in net income at Rs 12434 cr
Mumbai, Apr 12 (UNI) IT Major Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) on Friday started the earning season for the Q4 for tech sector on a high note as it reported 9.1 per cent jump in net profit at Rs 12,434 crore during January-March quarter of 2023-24.
#TCS starts earning season for Q4 for IT sector on high; report 9.1 pc jump in net income at Rs 12434 cr

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

UP: BSP releases 4th list of candidates for LS poll
Lucknow, Apr 12 (UNI) Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) on Friday released the fourth list of nine candidates for Lok Sabha elections in Uttar Pradesh.
#UP: BSP releases 4th list of candidates for LS poll

HP introduces AI-enhanced gaming & creation laptops, Omen transcend 14

Mumbai, Apr 12 (UNI) HP has introduced its range of AI-enhanced laptops designed for gamers and content creators in India at Rs 99,999 and Rs 1,74999 respectively.

#HP introduces AI-enhanced gaming & creation laptops # Omen transcend 14

Sensex tumble down over 400 points
Mumbai, Apr 12 (UNI) The BSE Sensex on Friday nosedived 409.17 points at 74628.98 in the opening session on profit booking by local operators.
#Sensex tumble down over 400 points

4 killed in road accident in Pakistan''s Punjab
Islmabad, Apr 12 (UNI) Four people were killed and 10 others injured in a road accident in Pakistan''s east Punjab province on Thursday, local reports said.
#4 killed in road accident in Pakistan''s Punjab

Mohun Bagan beat Bengaluru FC 4-0 in ISL
Bengaluru, Apr 12 (UNI) Mohun Bagan Super Giant (MBSG) defeated Bengaluru FC by 4-0 at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium here on Thursday night to take the battle of becoming the Indian Super League (ISL) 2023-24 League Winners to the final day of the league stages on April 15.
#Mohun Bagan beat Bengaluru FC 4-0 in ISL

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

PVR INOX expands footprint in South India with its 14-screen megaplex
Bengaluru, April 11 (UNI) In continuation of PVR INOX''s commitment to providing unparalleled cinematic experiences to its audience, the company launched its 14-screen Megaplex at Phoenix Mall of Asia, equipped with cutting-edge technology and premium formats like MX4D and ScreenX here on Thursday.
#PVR INOX expands footprint in South India with its 14-screen megaplex

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

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

Merc India sells over 18K cars in FY24, highest ever sales in fiscal
Mumbai, Apr 11 (UNI) Luxury carmaker Mercedes-Benz India said on Thursday that its total sales in financial year 2023-24 stood at 18,123 units, a 10pc year-on-year increase and also its highest ever sales in a year.
#Merc India sells over 18K cars in FY24 #highest ever sales in fiscal

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

Widespread light to moderate rain during next 48 hrs over J&K: MeT
Srinagar, Apr 11 (UNI) Meteorological Centre Srinagar on Thursday predicted widespread light to moderate rain during the next 48 hours over Jammu and Kashmir.
#Widespread light to moderate rain during next 48 hrs over J&K: MeT

Palestinian death toll in Gaza rises to 33,482: ministry
Gaza, April 11 (UNI) The Ministry of Health in Gaza said Wednesday that the Palestinian death toll has risen to 33,482 as a result of ongoing Israeli attacks.
#Palestinian death toll in Gaza rises to 33 #482: ministry

Five of family among 6 killed, 4 injured in road accident in TN

Madurai (Tamil Nadu), Apr 10 (UNI) In a gruesome tragedy, six people, including five members of a family, were killed on the spot, after a rashly driven sports utility vehicle (SUV) hit a two-wheeler and crashed into the median, then flipped in air before crashing on opposite side service road at Sivarakottai near Tirumangalam on the Virudhunagar-Madurai four-lane here on Wednesday.

#Five of family among 6 killed # 4 injured in road accident in TN

PM Modi to address poll rallies in Karnataka on April 14
Bengaluru, April 10 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address Lok Sabha poll rallies in Karnataka on April 14, a BJP official said on Wednesday.
#PM Modi to address poll rallies in Karnataka on April 14

Election Code: Rs. 4.4 cr worth of narcotics, liquor, cash, & jewellery seized: Kakinada Collector
Kakinada, April 10 (UNI) As a part of the strict implementation of the election code, cash, liquor, narcotics, and silver and gold articles worth Rs. 4.4 crore were seized through the election seizure management system by conducting intensive searches in Kakinada district from March 16 till April 10.
#Election Code: Rs. 4.4 cr worth of narcotics #liquor #cash #& jewellery seized: Kakinada Collector

Turkey mulls sending S-400 weapons to Iraq border for operation against PKK

Ankara, April 10 (UNI) The Turkish military is considering deploying Russian-made S-400 air defence systems along the southeastern border with Iraq as Ankara prepares to crack down on Iraqi Kurdish militants, the media reported on Wednesday.

#Turkey mulls sending S-400 weapons to Iraq border for operation against PKK

Russian Mi-24 helicopter crashes over Black Sea

Moscow, April 10 (UNI) A Mi-24 helicopter crashed over the Black Sea near the western coast of Crimea on Wednesday, according to Russia''s Ministry of Defence.

#Russian Mi-24 helicopter crashes over Black Sea

Kyiv loses nearly 400 soldiers in Avdiivka direction in past day

Kyiv, April 10 (UNI) Russian forces have repelled 11 counterattacks in the Avdiivka direction, also known as Avdeyevka, over the past 24 hours, where Ukrainian troops have lost up to 395 service people, the Russian Defense Ministry said on Wednesday.

#Kyiv loses nearly 400 soldiers in Avdiivka direction in past day

Russia court approves 4.6bln rubles fine for Google for extremist content

Moscow, April 10 (UNI) The Moscow city court on Wednesday approved a third turnover fine for Google in the amount of 4.6 billion rubles ($49 million) for its refusal to delete YouTube videos spreading false information about Russia''s special military operation in Ukraine, extremist and LGBT content, the court’s spokeswoman told Sputnik.

#Russia court approves 4.6bln rubles fine for Google for extremist content

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



Sikh community to celebrate Vaisakhi in grand scale from April 12 to 14

Hyderabad, Apr 10 (UNI) The 325th Khalsa Panth Foundation Day Celebration, popularly known as "Vaisakhi", will be celebrated on a grand scale by the Sikh community of Telangana from April 12 to 14, 2024.

#Sikh community to celebrate Vaisakhi in grand scale from April 12 to 14



Chhattisgarh: Death toll in Durg accident rises to 14, President, PM express grief

Raipur, April 10 (UNI) The death toll in a bus accident in Kumhari of Durg district in Chhattisgarh has increased to 14 after more injured succumbed, police sources said on Wednesday.

#Chhattisgarh: Death toll in Durg accident rises to 14 #President #PM express grief



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

8 killed, 4 injured in traffic accident in Tunisia

Tunis, Apr 10 (UNI) Eight people were killed and four others injured in a car collision in Tunisia on Tuesday, private radio station Jawhara FM reported.

#8 killed # 4 injured in traffic accident in Tunisia



Israeli airstrike kills 14 in Gaza''s refugee camp

Gaza, Apr 10 (UNI) At least 14 Palestinians were killed in an Israeli airstrike targeting a house in the Nuseirat refugee camp in central Gaza, Palestinian medical sources and eyewitnesses said Tuesday.

#Israeli airstrike kills 14 in Gaza''s refugee camp



3 dead, 4 missing in explosion at Italy power station

Rome, April 10 (UNI) An explosion at an Italian power station on Tuesday killed at least three people and left 4 others missing. Another four people were hospitalized with serious burns.

#3 dead #4 missing in explosion at Italy power station

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

6.6-magnitude quake hits 147 km NW of Tobelo, Indonesia -- USGS

Hong Kong, Apr 9 (UNI) An earthquake with a magnitude of 6.6 jolted 147 km NW of Tobelo, Indonesia at 0948 GMT on Tuesday, the U.S. Geological Survey said.

#6.6-magnitude quake hits 147 km NW of Tobelo # Indonesia -- USGS

At least 14 killed in road accidents in NW Kenya

Nakuru, Apr 9 (UNI) At least 14 people were killed and several others injured in two separate road accidents in northwest Kenya within a few hours, police said on Tuesday.

#At least 14 killed in road accidents in NW Kenya

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

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



Sensex opens at historic high of 75,124.28

Mumbai, April 9 (UNI) The BSE Sensex on Tuesday opened at an all-time high, touching the 75,000-level for the first time at 75124.28, up 382 points as buying was seen across board amid mixed global cues.

#Sensex opens at historic high of 75 #124.28



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

Lok Sabha: Final list of candidates prepared, 194 candidates in fray

Thiruvananthapuram, April 8 (UNI) As the deadline for withdrawing nomination papers for the Lok Sabha elections ended, 194 candidates are in the fray for the 20 Lok Sabha constituencies in Kerala.

#Lok Sabha: Final list of candidates prepared # 194 candidates in fray

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

Over 3.05 lakh candidates applied for AP EAPCET -2024: JNTUK VC

Kakinada, Apr 8 (UNI) JNTUK Vice Chancellor and Chairman of Andhra Pradesh Engineering, Agriculture and Pharmacy common entrance test (AP EAPCET)-2024 Prof GVR Prasada Raju on Monday said that so far 3,05,754 candidates have applied for the test, of whom, 2,35,417 for engineering and 69,445 for agriculture and pharmacy.

#Over 3.05 lakh candidates applied for AP EAPCET -2024: JNTUK VC

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

Planys Technologies secures Rs 43 cr funding

Chennai, Apr 8 (UNI) Planys Technologies, an IIT Madras Incubation Cell deep tech startup pioneering in underwater infrastructure testing, has secured a Rs 43 crore equity infusion led by renowned investor Ashish Kacholia.

#Planys Technologies secures Rs 43 cr funding



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

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

Over 10,400 houses flooded in parts of Russia

Moscow, April 8 (UNI) More than 10,400 residential houses have been flooded across Russia''s western Siberia, the Volga region and Central Federal District, the Russian Ministry of Emergency Situations said Monday.

#Over 10 #400 houses flooded in parts of Russia



Auto retail logs double-digit growth in FY24

New Delhi, April 8 (UNI) India''s auto retail witnessed robust growth in financial year 2023-24 with resurgence seen in the two-wheeler segment on the back of new model launches and sharp jump in electric vehicle (EV) segment, as per data released by trade body Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) on Monday.

#Auto retail logs double-digit growth in FY24

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

Maha: 4-member gang arrested for deer hunting in Satara

Kolhapur, Satara, Apr 8 (UNI) Four members of a gang were arrested on Monday who hunted a ''Pisori'' deer at the border area of Mahableshwar in Satara district.

#Maha: 4-member gang arrested for deer hunting in Satara

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

Some 40 foreigners held in Afghanistan's jails: official

Kabul, Apr 8 (UNI) Some 40 foreign nationals are currently imprisoned in Afghanistan''s jails, local media reported Sunday.

#Some 40 foreigners held in Afghanistan's jails: official



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

4 killed, 8 injured in car crash in Myanmar

Yangon, Apr 8 (UNI) Four people were killed, and eight others injured in a car crash in eastern Myanmar''s Shan State, an official from the Myanmar Fire Services Department told Xinhua on Monday.

#4 killed # 8 injured in car crash in Myanmar

Türkiye sends 40k tons of aid to Gaza

Istanbul, Apr 8 (UNI) Türkiye has so far delivered roughly 40,000 tons of humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip, with plans underway to send another shipment of aid this month, the state-run TRT broadcaster reported Sunday.

#Türkiye sends 40k tons of aid to Gaza

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

Jammu Police identifies 14 ‘drug hot spots’ areas

Jammu, Apr 7 (UNI) Highlighting various efforts to eliminate the drug menace in the city, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Jammu, Vinod Kumar on Sunday said 14 locations have been identified as ‘drug hot spots’.

#Jammu Police identifies 14 ‘drug hot spots’ areas

Jammu Police identifies 14 ‘drug hot spots’ areas

Jammu, Apr 7 (UNI) Highlighting various efforts aimed at eliminating the drug menace in the city, senior superintendent of police (SSP) Jammu, Vinod Kumar, said on Sunday that 14 locations have been identified as ‘drug hot spots’.

#Jammu Police identifies 14 ‘drug hot spots’ areas



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

38 kg of heroin, 134 kg of meth seized in Mizoram over 3 months

Aizawl, Apr 7 (UNI) Enforcement agencies in Mizoram seized a staggering 38.36 kg heroin as well as around 134 kg methamphetamine between January and March, officials said on Sunday.

#38 kg of heroin # 134 kg of meth seized in Mizoram over 3 months



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



Action against corruption in Bengal be hardened after June 4: Modi

Jalpaiguri, Apr 7 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday vowed to take stringent action against corruption in West Bengal after June 4 and assured the poor people, that property worth Rs 3000 crore, which was siphoned off and seized by the Enforcement Directorate (ED), would be returned.

#Action against corruption in Bengal be hardened after June 4: Modi

5.4-magnitude quake hits Xinjiang, no casualties reported

Urumqi, Apr 7 (UNI) A 5.4-magnitude earthquake jolted Baicheng County in northwest China''s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region at 4:46 p.m. Sunday (Beijing Time), according to the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC).

#5.4-magnitude quake hits Xinjiang # no casualties reported

5.4-magnitude quake hits China's Xinjiang

Beijing, April 7 (UNI) A 5.4-magnitude earthquake jolted Baicheng County in northwest China''s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region at 4:46 p.m. Sunday (Beijing Time), according to the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC).

#5.4-magnitude quake hits China's Xinjiang

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



Punjab: Women among 4 held for assaulting, stripping & parading women

Chandigarh, April 7 (UNI) The Tarn Taran police have arrested four people, including a woman, for assaulting and parading a woman in a semi-naked condition in the street of village Voltoha, said SSP Tarn Taran Ashwani Kapur here on Saturday.

#Punjab: Women among 4 held for assaulting #stripping & parading women



Athletic Club Bilbao end 40-year wait to win Spanish Copa del Rey

Seville, Apr 7 (UNI) Athletic Club Bilbao ended their 40-year wait to win the Copa del Rey title in Spain with a 4-2 win on penalties over Mallorca after 120 minutes of football ended 1-1.

#Athletic Club Bilbao end 40-year wait to win Spanish Copa del Rey



Athletic Club Bilbao end 40-year wait to win Spanish Copa del Rey

Seville, Apr 7 (UNI) Athletic Club Bilbao ended their 40-year wait to win the Copa del Rey title in Spain with a 4-2 win on penalties over Mallorca after 120 minutes of football ended 1-1.

#Athletic Club Bilbao end 40-year wait to win Spanish Copa del Rey



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



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

Telangana Police seizes over Rs 49 cr worth of materials in MCC enforcement

Hyderabad, Apr 6 (UNI) Telangana Police have made significant seizures totalling Rs 49 crores in the first three weeks of Model Code of Conduct (MCC) enforcement, aimed at ensuring fair elections ahead of the scheduled Parliament Elections on May 13.

#Telangana Police seizes over Rs 49 cr worth of materials in MCC enforcement

Police apprehended 4 members of a robber's gang involved in an ATM heist

Hoshiarpur (Punjab), Apr 6 (UNI) Mehtiana police have apprehended four members of a robbers'' gang involved in an ATM heist and have recovered oxygen cylinders, gas cutters, pipes, and motorcycles from them.

#Police apprehended 4 members of a robber's gang involved in an ATM heist



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

DRI seizes 4.9 kg of foreign origin gold worth Rs 3.43 cr at mid sea, 3 held

Chennai, Apr 6 (UNI) Officials of the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI)
seized 4.9 kgs of foreign origin gold, being smuggled into India from Sri Lanka,
in a fishing boat at mid sea near Vedhalai coast at Mandapam in Ramanathapuram
district of Tamil Nadu and apprehended three people in this connection.

#DRI seizes 4.9 kg of foreign origin gold worth Rs 3.43 cr at mid sea # 3 held



BJP ready for ''Ab Ki Baar 400 Par'': senior party leader

Mumbai, Apr 6 (UNI) The Bharatiya Janata Party has become so strong that it is ready for ''Ab Ki Baar 400 Par'', expressed Ram Naik, senior BJP leader and former governor of Uttar Pradesh, on Saturday.

#BJP ready for ''Ab Ki Baar 400 Par'': senior party leader

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

Study Abroad, Education Fair in India, 2024

 

4 killed in coal mine accident in central China

Changsha, Apr 6 (UNI) Four people were killed in a coal mine accident in Lengshuijiang City, central China''s Hunan Province, on Friday, local authorities said Saturday.

#4 killed in coal mine accident in central China



Cong in pitiable state, will not cross 40 seats: Vijayendra Yediyurappa

Bengaluru, April 6 (UNI) Karnataka BJP President Vijayendra Yediyurappa expressing confidence in his party''s performance in the upcoming Lok Sabha polls has asserted that the Congress which is in a pitiable state will not secure more than 40 seats in the elections.

#Cong in pitiable state #will not cross 40 seats: Vijayendra Yediyurappa



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



Punjab: Inter-state gang of criminals busted, 4 arrested

Kapurthala, Apr 5 (UNI) Punjab Police busted an inter-state gang of criminals and weapon suppliers and recovered seven pistols and 300 gms of Heroin from four persons who have been arrested in Kapurthala district, an officer said on Friday.

#Punjab: Inter-state gang of criminals busted #4 arrested



Magnitude 4.8 earthquake strikes Greater New York Area, New Jersey - USGS

Washington, Apr 5 (UNI) A magnitude 4.8 earthquake hit New York and New Jersey on Friday, the United States Geological Survey said.

#Magnitude 4.8 earthquake strikes Greater New York Area #New Jersey - USGS

Bhubaneswar sizzles at 43.5 degrees Celsius, hottest place in Odisha

Bhubaneswar, Apr 5 (UNI)The state capital, Bhubaneswar, became the hottest place in Odisha on Friday as the daytime temperature soared to an unprecedented 43.5 degrees Celsius.

#Bhubaneswar sizzles at 43.5 degrees Celsius # hottest place in Odisha



Manipur: 94 Spl polling stations for internally displaced persons

Imphal, Apr 5 (UNI) A total of 94 special polling stations have been arranged for the displaced persons in Manipur, an election official said on Friday.

#Manipur: 94 Spl polling stations for internally displaced persons



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

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.

Two arrested, Rs 40 lakh seized by Hyderabad Police

Hyderabad, Apr 5 (UNI) The city police have apprehended two individuals and confiscated a net cash of Rs 40 lakhs along with a car from their possession.

#Two arrested # Rs 40 lakh seized by Hyderabad Police

Heatwave conditions likely in S. Coastal AP & Rayalaseema in next 48 hours: Met

Amaravati, April 5 (UNI) Heatwave conditions are likely to prevail in South Coastal Andhra Pradesh and Rayalaseema during the next 48 hours, Meteorological Centre said on Friday.

#Heatwave conditions likely in S. Coastal AP & Rayalaseema in next 48 hours: Met



Sensex ends flat at 74248.22 pts

Mumbai, Apr 5 (UNI) The BSE Sensex on Friday ended almost flat at 74248.22, rising 20.59 pts as Realty, Bankex and FMCG stocks rose.

#Sensex ends flat at 74248.22 pts



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

Heatwave likely in Telangana in next 48 hours: Met

Hyderabad, April 5 (UNI) Heatwave conditions are likely to prevail at isolated pockets in Bhadradri Kothagudem, Khammam, Nalgonda, Suryapet, Mahabubnagar, Nagarkurnool districts of Telangana during the next 24 hours, Meteorological Centre said on Friday.

#Heatwave likely in Telangana in next 48 hours: Met



Maha: 352 candidates file 477 nominations for 8 LS seats

Mumbai, April 5 (UNI) The Election Commission of India released a statement Friday informing that a total of 477 nominations have been filed by 352 candidates for eight Lok Sabha constituencies that will face voting on April 26 in the second phase.

#Maha: 352 candidates file 477 nominations for 8 LS seats

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



Uncertainties in Food Prices remain; focus on bringing inflation down to 4%: RBI

New Delhi, April 5 (UNI) Even as the inflation has eased to 5.1 per cent during January and February 2024 from 5.7 per cent in December 2023, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Friday said it will remain focussed on inflation and ensure its “descent” to the target of 4 per cent.

#Uncertainties in Food Prices remain; focus on bringing inflation down to 4%: RBI

Robust growth prospects provide policy space to remain focussed on inflation, ensure its descent to target of 4 pc: RBI Guv

UNI NK ING.

#Robust growth prospects provide policy space to remain focussed on inflation # ensure its descent to target of 4 pc: RBI Guv

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

Japan introduces exports ban on 164 types of goods to Russia

Tokyo, Apr 5 (UNI) Japan has banned exports of 164 types of goods to Russia, including motor oil, pipes for gas and oil pipelines and lithium-ion batteries, the Japanese Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry said on Friday.

#Japan introduces exports ban on 164 types of goods to Russia



14 killed in head-on collision in SW Bolivia

Sucre, Apr 5 (UNI) A total of 14 people were killed when a minibus and a tractor-trailer collided head-on Thursday on a highway that links the Bolivian departments of Oruro and Potosi, local authorities said.

#14 killed in head-on collision in SW Bolivia

2 killed, 4 injured in warehouse fire in E. Lebanon

Beirut, Apr 4 (UNI) Two people were killed and four others were seriously injured in a major fire that broke out at a warehouse in eastern Lebanon''s Beqaa Governorate, the local Elnashra news website reported.

#2 killed # 4 injured in warehouse fire in E. Lebanon

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



Shubman Gill''s 89 not out sets up formidable 199/4 for Punjab Kings

Ahmedabad, Apr 4 (UNI) Captain Shubman Gill''s stellar innings and the valuable contributions from other Gujarat Titans players played a crucial role in setting up a formidable target of 199 runs for Punjab Kings.

#Shubman Gill''s 89 not out sets up formidable 199/4 for Punjab Kings



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



Pakistani PM pays tributes to former PM Bhutto on 45th anniversary

Islamabad, Apr 4 (UNI) Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif paid tributes to the country''s former Prime Minister Zulfikar Ali Bhutto on his 45th death anniversary being observed on Thursday.

#Pakistani PM pays tributes to former PM Bhutto on 45th anniversary

Poonawala Fincorp achieves highest ever disbursement of Rs 9,680 cr in Q4

New Delhi, Apr 4 (UNI) Poonawala Fincorp on Thursday said it achieved total disbursements during the Q4 of 2023-24 of about Rs 9,680 crore, the highest ever with a 52 percent growth year-on-year basis.

#Poonawala Fincorp achieves highest ever disbursement of Rs 9 #680 cr in Q4



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



Shashi Tharoor''s nomination affidavit shows Bitcoin ETF worth Rs 5,11,314

Thiruvananthapuram, Apr 4 (UNI) Congress-led UDF candidate Shashi Tharoor, who filed his nomination paper for the Thiruvananthapuram Lok Sabha seat disclosed that he holds Bitcoin ETF worth Rs 5,11,314.

#Shashi Tharoor''''s nomination affidavit shows Bitcoin ETF worth Rs 5 #11 #314

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

499 nomination papers received in Kerala: CEO

Thiruvananthapuram, Apr 4 (UNI) As the last date for filing nomination papers ended on Thursday, 499 nomination papers have been received so far, Chief Electoral Officer Sanjay Kaul said.

#499 nomination papers received in Kerala: CEO

4 killed in road accident in north Afghanistan

Pul-e-Khumri, Afghanistan, Apr 4 (UNI) Four people were killed in a road crash in northern Afghanistan''s Baghlan province, provincial police spokesperson Shir Ahmad Burhani said Thursday.

#4 killed in road accident in north Afghanistan

2024 IFSC Climbing World Cup to open in China's Shaoxing

Hangzhou, Apr 4 (UNI) The 2024 IFSC Climbing World Cup will take place from April 8 to 10 at the Yangshan Climbing Center in Keqiao, Shaoxing, east China''s Zhejiang Province.

#2024 IFSC Climbing World Cup to open in China's Shaoxing

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

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

Akshaya Patra Foundation's 4 billion meals milestone commemorated at UN

Bengaluru, April 4 (UNI) A significant milestone in India''s journey towards achieving Zero Hunger (SDG2) of serving four billion meals has been celebrated at a key event titled ''Achievements in Food Security: India''s Strides Towards Sustainable Development Goals'' held at the United Nations Headquarters in New York.

#Akshaya Patra Foundation's 4 billion meals milestone commemorated at UN



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

48.3 kg heroin seized in Myanmar

Yangon, Apr 4 (UNI) Authorities have seized 48.3 kg of heroin worth over 1.93 billion kyats (about 920,000 U.S. dollars) in Mon state, southern Myanmar, the Central Committee for Drug Abuse Control (CCDAC) reported on late Wednesday.

#48.3 kg heroin seized in Myanmar



Rupee opens negative at 83.44 against USD

Mumbai, Apr 4 (UNI) The rupee on Thursday fell one paisa to open at 83.44 on rising demand for the US dollar by bankers and importers, dealers at the Foreign Exchange said.

#Rupee opens negative at 83.44 against USD



14 civil servants arrested on organised crime charges in Ecuador

Quito, Apr 4 (UNI) At least 14 civil servants in Ecuador, including judges and police officers, were arrested on Wednesday in a nationwide operation against corruption within the legal system, the country''s Attorney General''s Office said.

#14 civil servants arrested on organised crime charges in Ecuador



East Bengal beat Kerala Blasters 4-2 in ISL

Kochi, Apr 4 (UNI) Kerala Blasters FC suffered a 4-2 loss to East Bengal FC at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium here on Wednesday night as the Yellow Army fell to a crushing defeat a day after they qualified for the Indian Super League (ISL) 2023-24 playoffs.

#East Bengal beat Kerala Blasters 4-2 in ISL



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

Ten places in Odisha record max temp of over 40 degrees

Bhubaneswar, Apr 3 (UNI) At least ten places in Odisha experienced daytime temperatures rising above 40 degrees Celsius on Wednesday due to prevailing mainly northwesterly and westerly dry air and high solar insolation.

#Ten places in Odisha record max temp of over 40 degrees



Div Com Bidhuri reviews arrangements for Amarnath Yatra-2024

Srinagar, Apr 3 (UNI) Divisional Commissioner (Div Com) Kashmir, Vijay Kumar Bidhuri on Wednesday reviewed the arrangements for the annual Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra (SANJY) 2024 for yatries.

#Div Com Bidhuri reviews arrangements for Amarnath Yatra-2024



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



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



Shiv Sena (UBT) releases another list of 4 candidates for LS elections

Mumbai, Apr 3 (UNI) The Shiv Sena (UBT) on Wednesday released the second list of Shiv Sena candidates for the Lok Sabha elections.

#Shiv Sena (UBT) releases another list of 4 candidates for LS elections



Heatwave conditions likely to prevail in South Coastal AP in next 4 days : Met

Amaravati, Apr 3 (UNI) Heatwave conditions are likely to prevail at isolated places in South Coastal Andhra Pradesh during the next four days, Meteorological Centre said on Wednesday.

#Heatwave conditions likely to prevail in South Coastal AP in next 4 days : Met



Arvind Kejriwal lost 4.5 kg weight since arrest, his health at risk in jail: AAP

New Delhi, Apr 3 (UNI) Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Atishi on Wednesday asserted that Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s health is deteriorating in jail, claiming that he lost nearly 4.5 kgs of weight since arrest by the BJP’s ED.

#Arvind Kejriwal lost 4.5 kg weight since arrest #his health at risk in jail: AAP

UP: Brothers killed, 4 injured as truck hits e-rickshaw

Baghpat (UP) Apr 3 (UNI) Two brothers were killed and four women injured when an e-rickshaw overturned after being hit by a dumper in Kotwali area of Baghpat district here in Uttar Pradesh on Wednesday, a police officer said.

#UP: Brothers killed # 4 injured as truck hits e-rickshaw



4 dead, 97 injured in 7.3-magnitude quake in China''s Taiwan

Taipei/Beijing, Apr 3 (UNI) Four people died and another 97 were injured in a 7.3-magnitude earthquake that hit the sea area near Hualien in China''s Taiwan on Wednesday morning.

#4 dead #97 injured in 7.3-magnitude quake in China''s Taiwan



Death toll from earthquakes in Taiwan rises to 4, number of injured up to 97

Taipei City, Apr 3 (UNI) The death toll from a series of powerful earthquakes that hit the eastern coast of Taiwan has risen to four, and the number of people who have been injured has increased to 97, Taiwanese newspaper China Times reported on Wednesday, citing the island''s fire department.

#Death toll from earthquakes in Taiwan rises to 4 #number of injured up to 97



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

Fire engulfs 450 shops, 9 houses in market in southern Myanmar's Bago

Yangon, Apr 3 (UNI) A devastating fire swept through a municipal market in Kyauktaga Township of Myanmar''s Bago region, engulfing shops and houses, an official from the Bago region Fire Services Department said Wednesday.

#Fire engulfs 450 shops # 9 houses in market in southern Myanmar's Bago



Coal mine fire kills 4, injures 7 in Vietnam''s northern province

Hanoi, Apr 3 (UNI) Four coal miners lost their lives and seven others were injured on Wednesday in a methane gas fire in Vietnam''s northern province of Quang Ninh, Vietnam News Agency reported.

#Coal mine fire kills 4 #injures 7 in Vietnam''''s northern province

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

UP: 4, including 3 children killed, several injured as school bus overturns

Barabanki (UP), Apr 2 (UNI) Four persons, including three children, were killed and several 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: 4 # including 3 children killed # several injured as school bus overturns



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

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

Congress announces party candidates for 8 LS & 49 Assembly seats in Odisha

Bhubaneswar, Apr 2 (UNI) The Congress on Tuesday announced the names of candidates for eight Lok Sabha and 49 Assembly seats in Odisha.

#Congress announces party candidates for 8 LS & 49 Assembly seats in Odisha

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

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



Mahayuti to win all 48 Lok Sabha seats in Maha, claims BJP state election in-charge

Mumbai, Apr 2 (UNI) The ruling grand alliance of BJP, Shiv Sena (Shinde) and NCP (Ajit Pawar) will win all the 48 Lok Sabha seats in Maharashtra, claimed BJP state election in-charge and former deputy chief minister of Uttar Pradesh Dr Dinesh Sharma here on Tuesday.

#Mahayuti to win all 48 Lok Sabha seats in Maha #claims BJP state election in-charge



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

Heatwave condition likely in AP on Apr 4-6: Met

Amaravati, Apr 2 (UNI) Heatwave condition is likely to prevail at isolated places in North Coastal Andhra Pradesh & Yanam, South Coastal Andhra Pradesh and Rayalaseema on April 4, 5 and 6, Meteorological Centres said on Tuesday.

#Heatwave condition likely in AP on Apr 4-6: Met

Heatwave conditions likely in AP from Apr 4-6 : Met

Amaravati, Apr 2 (UNI) Heatwave conditions are likely to prevail at isolated places in North Coastal Andhra Pradesh & Yanam, South Coastal Andhra Pradesh and Rayalaseema from April 4 to 6, Meteorological Centre said on Tuesday.

#Heatwave conditions likely in AP from Apr 4-6 : Met



Sensex falls 110.64 pts

Mumbai, Apr 2 (UNI) Snapping a winning streak of last three sessions, the BSE Sensex on Tuesday slipped 110.64 pts to settle at 73903.91 on profit booking by local operators.

#Sensex falls 110.64 pts



Determined to win all 48 Maha seats: BJP MP Dinesh Sharma

Mumbai Apr 2 (UNI) The Mahayuti alliance of Bharatiya Janata Party, Shiv Sena and NCP has entered the fray with the determination to win all 48 Lok Sabha seats in Maharashtra in the upcoming election, BJP state election in-charge Dinesh Sharma said on Tuesday.

#Determined to win all 48 Maha seats: BJP MP Dinesh Sharma



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



BJP intends to arrest 4 more AAP leaders before LS polls: Atishi

New Delhi, Apr 2 (UNI) Alleging the BJP of misusing the Enforcement Directorate (ED) as a political weapon, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Atishi on Tuesday claimed that the BJP intended to arrest four more leaders of the party, including her just before the Lok Sabha elections.

#BJP intends to arrest 4 more AAP leaders before LS polls: Atishi

REIT: A pathbreaking trend that boost the FOP in real estate in 2024. By Shravan Gupta





India''s hospitality sector witnesses USD 401 million investment activity in FY23: JLL

Kolkata, Apr 2 (UNI) The hospitality sector in India witnessed 80 percent year-on-year growth in hotel transaction volumes, reaching USD 78 million in the first quarter (January–March 2024), according to JLL India''s latest report titled ''Hotel Investment Trends in India 2023''.

#India''s hospitality sector witnesses USD 401 million investment activity in FY23: JLL



TN: Two die, 14 injured in road accident

Tiruchirapalli (Tamil Nadu) Apr 2 (UNI) Two people, including a sexagenarian woman, were killed and 14 others injured, a few of them grievously, in a head-on collision between an Omni bus and a truck at Paalpannai locality on the Tiruchirapalli-Chennai highway here in the wee hours of Tuesday.

#TN: Two die #14 injured in road accident

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



Mexico evacuates 34 citizens from violence-ravaged Haiti

Mexico City, Apr 2 (UNI) Mexico evacuated 34 of its citizens from Haiti on Sunday amid escalating violence in the Caribbean country, authorities said on Monday.

#Mexico evacuates 34 citizens from violence-ravaged Haiti

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



Palestinian death toll in Gaza rises to 32,845: ministry

Gaza, Apr 2 (UNI) The Health Ministry in Gaza announced on Monday that the death toll from ongoing Israeli attacks on the Gaza Strip has risen to 32,845.

#Palestinian death toll in Gaza rises to 32 #845: ministry



Highway crash kills 4, injures over 30 in Bolivia

La Paz, Apr 2 (UNI) Four people were killed and about 36 others injured when a passenger bus plunged off the road after colliding with another vehicle on a highway in southern Bolivia, local police said on Monday.

#Highway crash kills 4 #injures over 30 in Bolivia



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



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

40 companies of paramilitary forces deployed in state for LS elections in Meghalaya

Shillong, Apr 1 (UNI) The Election Commission has sanctioned the deployment of 40 companies of the Central Armed Paramilitary Forces (CAPF) to assist in the conduct of free and fair Lok Sabha elections in Meghalaya, which go to the polls in the first phase on April 19, a senior election official said on Monday.

#40 companies of paramilitary forces deployed in state for LS elections in Meghalaya

Western parts of Bengal to experience heat wave conditions in next 3/4 days

Kolkata, Apr 1 (UNI) Eastern Regional Chief, Meteorology department, Alipore Dr Somnath Dutta.on Monday predicted that a heat wave condition would prevail in the western districts of West Bengal in next 3/4 days.

#Western parts of Bengal to experience heat wave conditions in next 3/4 days

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

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

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



NTPC wins 3445 MW RE bids in FY24

Kolkata, Apr 01 (UNI) NTPC Ltd., India’s largest integrated power utility, has won 3445 MW RE tenders it participated during the FY 2023-24.

#NTPC wins 3445 MW RE bids in FY24



Telangana Irrigation Minister predicts Cong victory in 14 MP seats in upcoming elections

Hyderabad, Apr 1 (UNI) Telangana Irrigation Minister Capt. Uttam Kumar Reddy expressed confidence that the Congress party will secure victory in 14 parliamentary seats out of 17 in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections scheduled for May 13.

#Telangana Irrigation Minister predicts Cong victory in 14 MP seats in upcoming elections

Mahindra Auto sells 40,631 SUVs

Kolkata, Apr 01 (UNI) Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd (M&M Ltd), one of India’s leading automotive companies, on Minday announced that its overall auto sales for the month of March 2024 stood at 68,413 vehicles, a growth of 4 per cent, including exports.

#Mahindra Auto sells 40 #631 SUVs

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

Somalia receives 1.4 mln doses of oral cholera vaccine as cases surge

Mogadishu, Apr 1 (UNI) Somalia has received 1.4 million vials of the oral cholera vaccine worth 2.5 million U.S. dollars from the United Nations Children''s Fund (UNICEF) amid alarm over the increasing number of reported cases in the country.

#Somalia receives 1.4 mln doses of oral cholera vaccine as cases surge

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

Storm kills 4 people in north Bengal

Jalpaiguri, Mar 31 (UNI) Four people were killed and dozen others were wounded as a cyclonic storm battered parts of the poll-bound Jalpaiguri district of West Bengal on Sunday afternoon, officials said.

#Storm kills 4 people in north Bengal

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

4 killed, 17 wounded in Israeli bombing on hospital in central Gaza: sources

Gaza, Mar 31 (UNI) At least four Palestinians were killed and 17 others were wounded on Sunday in an Israeli bombing on tents inside the Al-Aqsa Hospital in the central Gaza Strip, Palestinian eyewitnesses and sources said.

#4 killed # 17 wounded in Israeli bombing on hospital in central Gaza: sources

Smuggled goods worth Rs 134 crore seized in Manipur-Mynmar border

Imphal, Mar 31 (UNI) Troops have seized smuggled goods worth about Rs 134 crore in Manipur- Myanmar border areas in different operations from March 20 to 31.

#Smuggled goods worth Rs 134 crore seized in Manipur-Mynmar border

950 candidates in fray for Apr 19 TN LS polls, 14 for Vilavancode Assembly bye-election

Chennai, Mar 31 (UNI) A total of 950 candidates including 874 men and 76 women are in the fray for the April 19 single phase polling to 39 Lok Sabha seats in Tamil Nadu.

#950 candidates in fray for Apr 19 TN LS polls # 14 for Vilavancode Assembly bye-election



Al-Qaeda ambush kills 4 pro-gov''t Yemeni soldiers

Aden, Yemen, Mar 31 (UNI) A deadly ambush carried out by al-Qaeda militants on Sunday killed four soldiers of the pro-government forces and left three others injured in Yemen''s southern province of Abyan, a military official told Xinhua.

#Al-Qaeda ambush kills 4 pro-gov''t Yemeni soldiers

2 soldiers killed, 4 injured in terrorist attack in SW Pakistan

Islamabad, Mar 31 (UNI) At least two soldiers were killed and four others injured in a terrorist attack on Sunday in Gwadar district of Pakistan''s southwest Balochistan province, said security sources.

#2 soldiers killed # 4 injured in terrorist attack in SW Pakistan



Heatwave conditions likely in AP''s Rayalaseema from Apr 1-4: Met

Amaravati (Andhra Pradesh), Mar 31 (UNI) Heatwave conditions are likely to prevail at isolated places in Rayalaseema from Monday to Thursday, Meteorological Centre said on Sunday.

#Heatwave conditions likely in AP''s Rayalaseema from Apr 1-4: Met

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

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

4 killed in car-train accident in Indonesia

Jakarta, Mar 30 (UNI) A car was hit by a train at a crossing in Indonesia''s North Sumatra on Saturday, claiming lives of all four aboard the car.

#4 killed in car-train accident in Indonesia

4 killed in car-train accident in Indonesia

Jakarta, Mar 30 (UNI) A car was hit by a train at a crossing in Indonesia''s North Sumatra on Saturday, claiming lives of all four aboard the car.

#4 killed in car-train accident in Indonesia



Death toll from Moscow terror attack rises to 144

Moscow, Mar 30 (UNI) The death toll from the terrorist attack on a suburban Moscow concert hall has risen to 144, and the injuries amount to 551, local authorities said Saturday.

#Death toll from Moscow terror attack rises to 144



Death toll from Moscow terror attack reaches 144

Moscow, Mar 30 (UNI) The terrorist attack on the Crocus City Hall concert venue near Moscow resulted in 695 casualties, including 144 deaths, the main department of the Russian Emergencies Ministry (EMERCOM) in the Moscow Region said on Saturday.

#Death toll from Moscow terror attack reaches 144



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



Assam: Sarbananda Sonowal declares assets worth Rs 4.75 cr

Guwahati, Mar 30 (UNI) Sarbananda Sonowal, the BJP''s most high-profile candidate in Assam, has total movable and immovable assets worth Rs 4,75,85,258.

#Assam: Sarbananda Sonowal declares assets worth Rs 4.75 cr



Heatwave conditions likely to prevail in Telangana in next 48 hours: Met

Hyderabad, Mar 30 (UNI) Heatwave conditions are likely to prevail at isolated pockets in the Adilabad, Komaram Bheem Asifabad, Mancherial, Nirmal, Nizamabad, Karimnagar, Bhadradri Kothagudem, Khammam, Nalgonda, Suryapet, Vikarabad, Sangareddy, and Kamareddy districts of Telangana on April 1, the Meteorological Centre said on Saturday.

#Heatwave conditions likely to prevail in Telangana in next 48 hours: Met



UP: 4 of a family killed as gas cylinder explodes in Deoria

Deoria (UP), Mar 30 (UNI) Four members of a family, including three children, were killed when a cooking gas cylinder exploded in Bhaluani area of Deoria district here in Uttar Pradesh on Saturday, an administration official said here.

#UP: 4 of a family killed as gas cylinder explodes in Deoria

Death toll rises to 42 after Israeli airstrikes hit Syria's Aleppo

Damascus, Mar 29 (UNI) The death toll from Israeli airstrikes that hit Syria''s northern city of Aleppo has risen to 42, a war monitor reported on Friday, updating the previous report of 36 fatalities.

#Death toll rises to 42 after Israeli airstrikes hit Syria's Aleppo

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

TN LS polls : 1,085 Nominations accepted on scrutiny, 664 rejected

Chennai, Mar 29 (UNI) A total of 1,085 nominations filed by the candidates for the April 19 single phase Lok Sabha elections in Tamil Nadu, including that of all prominent candidates of leading political parties were accepted on scrutiny by the Election Commission.

#TN LS polls : 1 #085 Nominations accepted on scrutiny # 664 rejected



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



IT Dept should penalise BJP of Rs 4,600 cr : Congress

New Delhi, Mar 29 (UNI) Accusing the Income Tax Department of being soft towards the BJP, the Congress on Friday demanded that for level playing fields, the department should penalise the ruling party of Rs 4,600 crore using the same sections that it was using for the grand old party.

#IT Dept should penalise BJP of Rs 4 #600 cr : Congress

J&K: JKDMA issues avalanche warning for 4 districts

Srinagar, Mar 29 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir Disaster Management Authority (JKDMA) issued an avalanche warning in the higher reaches of four districts of the Kashmir valley during the next 24 hours, officials said on Friday.

#J&K: JKDMA issues avalanche warning for 4 districts

BJP aims for 370 & 400 seats in alliance with NDA in LS polls, asserts K Reddy

Hyderabad, Mar 29 (UNI) Union Minister and Telangana BJP President G Kishan Reddy stated that the BJP is determined to achieve 370 and 400 seats in partnership with the NDA in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, expressing confidence in meeting this target.

#BJP aims for 370 & 400 seats in alliance with NDA in LS polls # asserts K Reddy

S Korean prez's approval rating unchanged at 34 pc: poll

Seoul, Mar 29 (UNI) South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol''s approval rating stood unchanged at 34 percent this week compared to the previous week, a weekly poll showed on Friday.

#S Korean prez's approval rating unchanged at 34 pc: poll



14 killed after Cyclone Gamane makes landfall in northern Madagascar

Antananarivo, Mar 29 (UNI) Fourteen people were killed and three others injured after tropical Cyclone Gamane landed in Madagascar, with three more people still missing, Madagascar''s meteorological authorities said Thursday.

#14 killed after Cyclone Gamane makes landfall in northern Madagascar



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



45 killed in South Africa bus crash

Johannesburg, Mar 29 (UNI) A total of 45 people were killed in a bus crash that occurred Thursday in South Africa''s northeastern province of Limpopo, the country''s Department of Transport said.

#45 killed in South Africa bus crash



Riyan Parag''s unbeaten 84 powers RR to second win

Jaipur, Mar 28 (UNI) A magnificent knock of 84*(45) from Riyan Parag powered Rajasthan Royals to their second win in a row as they edged Delhi Capitals by 12 runs in Match 9 of TATA IPL 2024 at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur.Parag helped the hosts recover from 36/3 and post a competitive 185/5, hitting some scintillating strokes on his way to 84* off 45.

#Riyan Parag''s unbeaten 84 powers RR to second win

TTD to organise 521st Vardhanti of Annamacharya from April 4-8

Tirupati, Mar 28 (UNI) The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam(TTD) is grandly organising the 521st Vardhanti of Saint poet of Tallapaka Annamacharya, from April 4-8 at Dhyan mandir and the 108 feet Annamaiah statue at his birthplace Tallapaka in Kadapa district besides Narayanagiri gardens in Tirumala and Annamacharya Kala Mandir at Tirupati.

#TTD to organise 521st Vardhanti of Annamacharya from April 4-8

Tech startup Daakia secures seed funding of Rs 4 cr

Bengaluru, Mar 28 (UNI) Tech start-up Daakia Pvt. Ltd. said on Thursday that it has secured seed funding to the tune of US$ 5 lakh (Rs 4 crore) from a group of strategic investors.

#Tech startup Daakia secures seed funding of Rs 4 cr

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



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

Israeli strike in Lebanon kills 4, injures 6 people

Jerusalem, Mar 28 (UNI) At least four people were killed and another six have been injured in an Israeli strike on a cafe in the southern Lebanese city of Naqoura, Al Mayadeen broadcaster reported.

#Israeli strike in Lebanon kills 4 # injures 6 people

Philippines logs 40 pertussis deaths this year

Manila, Mar 28 (UNI) Forty children have died of whopping cough, a respiratory infection also called pertussis, since this year, the Philippines'' Department of Health (DOH) reported.

#Philippines logs 40 pertussis deaths this year

LS polls: Cong releases eighth list of 14 candidates

New Delhi Mar 27 (UNI) The Indian National Congress on Wednesday released its eighth list of 14 candidates for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections.

#LS polls: Cong releases eighth list of 14 candidates

IPL match : 24 arrested for selling tkts in black market

Chennai, Mar 27 (UNI) The Chennai police have arrested 24 people and
seized Rs 18,000 from them for selling tickets in black market during yesterday''s
IPL match beween CSK and Gujarat Titans.

#IPL match : 24 arrested for selling tkts in black market



Saudi Arabia to now take part in Miss Universe 2024 competition

New Delhi, Mar 27 (UNI) In a historic move, Saudi Arabia is set to participate in the prestigious Miss Universe competition for the very first time.

#Saudi Arabia to now take part in Miss Universe 2024 competition

Over 40,000 migrants subject to deportation detained in Moscow in 2023

Moscow, Mar 27 (UNI) The Moscow police department detected 224,000 violations of migration legislation in 2023, with 42,000 migrants subject to deportation from Russia, the Russian Interior Ministry''s main directorate for the capital city said on Wednesday.

#Over 40 #000 migrants subject to deportation detained in Moscow in 2023

Kashmir valley braces for 4-day wet weather

Srinagar, Mar 27 (UNI) Kashmir valley is bracing for wet weather during the next four days from this evening, with rain and snow at many places.

#Kashmir valley braces for 4-day wet weather

Tunisia rescues 41 illegal immigrants off eastern coast

Tunis, Mar 27 (UNI) Tunisia''s maritime guards on Tuesday rescued 41 undocumented immigrants from sinking boats and retrieved one body off the country''s eastern coast, said the Tunisian National Guard.

#Tunisia rescues 41 illegal immigrants off eastern coast

Germany tightens border controls for UEFA Euro 2024

Berlin, Mar 26 (UNI) Germany is set to boost border controls during the UEFA European Championship 2024, in the wake of the terrorist attack that killed over 130 people in Russia last weekend.

#Germany tightens border controls for UEFA Euro 2024

147 IS suspects detained in Türkiye

Ankara, Mar 26 (UNI) Turkish police on Tuesday detained 147 people suspected of being members of the Islamic State (IS) group in nationwide operations, according to Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya.

#147 IS suspects detained in Türkiye



Final electoral roll published for special summary revision 2024; general elections scheduled for May 13

Hyderabad, Mar 26 (UNI) The Election Commission of India has announced the final publication of the electoral roll as part of the Special Summary Revision 2024 on February 8, 2024.

#Final electoral roll published for special summary revision 2024; general elections scheduled for May 13

Engineering exports to Russia double to $1.22 billion in FY24 up to Feb, shipments to US dips

Kolkata, Mar 26 (UNI) Indian engineering goods exports to Russia nearly doubled to US$1.22 billion in the current financial year 2023-24 (up to February) from US$ 616.68 million in the previous
financial year while shipments to the US dipped 7% year-on-year during this period, according to EEPC India.

#Engineering exports to Russia double to $1.22 billion in FY24 up to Feb # shipments to US dips



Six people injured after TMC-BJP clashes in S 24 Parganas in poll bound WB

Kolkata, Mar 26 (UNI) At least six activists were injured when the ruling TMC and main opposition BJP supporters clashed at Kumirmari under Gosaba block in election-bound West Bengal''s South 24 Parganas, police said on Tuesday.

#Six people injured after TMC-BJP clashes in S 24 Parganas in poll bound WB



Delhi Police imposes Section 144 at Patel Chowk amid AAP protest

New Delhi, Mar 26 (UNI) Delhi Police on Tuesday asked Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) protestors to clear the Patel Chowk Metro station within 5 minutes, announcing that Section 144 has been imposed in the area as they don’t have permission to hold protests.

#Delhi Police imposes Section 144 at Patel Chowk amid AAP protest



IPL 2024: Virat Kohli''s 77 helps RCB register first win of season

By BD Narayankar
Bengaluru, March 25 (UNI) Vintage performance from Virat Kohli led Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) to clinch the first win of IPL 2024 by prevailing over Punjab Kings by four wickets at Chinnaswamy Stadium here on Monday.

#IPL 2024: Virat Kohli''s 77 helps RCB register first win of season



IPL 2024: Virat Kohli''s 77 helps RCB register first win of season

By BD Narayankar
Bengaluru, March 25 (UNI) Vintage performance from Virat Kohli led Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) to clinch the first win of IPL 2024 by prevailing over Punjab Kings by four wickets at Chinnaswamy Stadium here on Monday.

#IPL 2024: Virat Kohli''s 77 helps RCB register first win of season

CARE Hospitals named official medical partner for Sunrisers Hyd in T20 season 2024

Hyderabad, Mar 25 (UNI) CARE Hospitals, a leading multi-speciality healthcare group in India, has announced its partnership with Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) as the official medical partner for the upcoming T20 Cricket League 2024 season.

#CARE Hospitals named official medical partner for Sunrisers Hyd in T20 season 2024



BCCI announces the full schedule of TATA IPL 2024

Dharamshala, Mar 25 ( UNI) The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) released the full schedule of the ongoing TATA Indian Premier League 2024 (IPL) on Monday.

#BCCI announces the full schedule of TATA IPL 2024



BCCI announces the full schedule of TATA IPL 2024

Dharamshala, Mar 25 ( UNI) The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) released the full schedule of the ongoing TATA Indian Premier League 2024 (IPL) on Monday.

#BCCI announces the full schedule of TATA IPL 2024



BCCI announces the full schedule of TATA IPL 2024

Dharamshala, Mar 25 ( UNI) The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) released the full schedule of the ongoing TATA Indian Premier League 2024 (IPL) on Monday.

#BCCI announces the full schedule of TATA IPL 2024



After 12 yrs, Chennai to host IPL final 2024 on May 26

Chennai, Mar 25 (UNI) The historic M.A.Chidambaram stadium in Chennai will host the
final of the IPL 2024 on May 26.

#After 12 yrs #Chennai to host IPL final 2024 on May 26



After 12 yrs, Chennai to host IPL final 2024 on May 26

Chennai, Mar 25 (UNI) The historic M.A.Chidambaram stadium in Chennai will host the
final of the IPL 2024 on May 26.

#After 12 yrs #Chennai to host IPL final 2024 on May 26



14 injured in Holi fire mishap at Ujjain Mahakal temple

Ujjain, Mar 25 (UNI) Over 14 injured in a fire that broke out in the sanctum sanctorum of Ujjain’s Mahakal temple during Holi festivities on Monday morning, police said.

#14 injured in Holi fire mishap at Ujjain Mahakal temple



5.4-magnitude quake hits Fiji Islands Region

Suva, Mar 25 (UNI) An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.4 jolted Fiji Islands Region at 13:12:19 GMT on Sunday, the GFZ German Research Centre for Geosciences said.

#5.4-magnitude quake hits Fiji Islands Region

2 dead, 34 injured in road crashes in Philippines over weekend

Manila, Mar 24 (UNI) Two people died and 34 others were hurt in two separate road crashes in the Philippines over the weekend, local authorities said Sunday.

#2 dead # 34 injured in road crashes in Philippines over weekend

49th Maharashtra men''s handball meet: Kolhapur, Nashik & Jalgaon win

Kolhapur, Mar 24 (UNI) Kolhapur, Nashik, and Jalgaon teams defeated their rivals Vardha, Chandrapur, and Washim districts, respectively, in the 49th Maharashtra men''s handball meet on Saturday night.

#49th Maharashtra men''''s handball meet: Kolhapur #Nashik & Jalgaon win



Police arrest 4 absconders in J&K’s Baramulla

Srinagar, Mar 24 (UNI) Police have arrested four absconders who had been evading their arrest for decades in Jammu and Kashmir’s Baramulla district.

#Police arrest 4 absconders in J&K’s Baramulla



Lok Sabha polls: Cong releases 4th list of 46 candidates

New Delhi, Mar 23 (UNI) The Congress party on Saturday released the fourth list of 46 candidates for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, with prominent candidates being Digvijaya Singh from Rajgarh, Ajay Rai from Varanasi, Danish Ali from Amroha and Karti Chidambaram from Sivaganga.

#Lok Sabha polls: Cong releases 4th list of 46 candidates



Punjab Kings start off IPL 2024 season on winning note

Chandigarh, Mar 24 (UNI) Punjab Kings started off TATA IPL 2024 on a winning note as they edged Delhi Capitals by four wickets in Match 2 at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur.

#Punjab Kings start off IPL 2024 season on winning note

JeM terror module busted in Srinagar; 4 terrorist associates arrested

Srinagar, Mar 23 (UNI) Police and security forces busted a major terror module in Srinagar on Saturday by arresting four terrorist associates linked with the Jaish-e-Mohammad outfit.

#JeM terror module busted in Srinagar; 4 terrorist associates arrested

LS polls 2024: Cong releases fourth list of 46 candidates

New Delhi, Mar 23 (UNI) The Indian National Congress released the fourth list of 46 candidates for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections on Saturday, with the most prominent candidates being Digvijaya Singh from Rajgarh, Ajay Rai from Varanasi, Danish Ali from Amroha, and Karti Chidambaram from Sivaganga.

#LS polls 2024: Cong releases fourth list of 46 candidates

AjnaLens unveils high performance spatial computing at GDC 2024

Mumbai, Mar 23 (UNI) AjnaLens represented the country on the global stage at the Game Developers
Conference (GDC) 2024 in San Francisco, USA, where tech companies including giants like Meta and
Microsoft participated between March 18 and 22, and unveiled high-performance spatial computing.

#AjnaLens unveils high performance spatial computing at GDC 2024

Left Front announces 2nd list of 4 LS candidates

Kolkata, Mar 23 (UNI) The CPI-led Left Front on Saturday announced its second list of four candidates for the forthcoming Lok Sabha poll in West Bengal.

#Left Front announces 2nd list of 4 LS candidates

Punjab police constitute 4-members SIT to probe Sangrur spurious liquor case

Chandigarh, Mar 23 (UNI) In order to unearth the entire nexus behind the Sangrur Spurious Liquor Case, Punjab Police on Saturday constituted a four-member Special Investigation Team (SIT) to supervise the uncovering of the backward and forward linkages in a professional and scientific manner in this case.

#Punjab police constitute 4-members SIT to probe Sangrur spurious liquor case



Left Front announces 2nd list of 4 LS candidates,

Kolkata, Mar 23 (UNI) The CPI(M) led Left Front on Saturday announced its second list of four candidates, for the forthcoming Lok Sabha poll in West Bengal.

#Left Front announces 2nd list of 4 LS candidates #

Pakistan celebrates 84th Republic Day

Islamabad, Mar 23 (UNI) Pakistani nation on Saturday celebrated the 84th Pakistan Day, also known as the Pakistan Resolution Day or Republic Day.

#Pakistan celebrates 84th Republic Day



Death Toll from Terrorist Attack near Moscow rises to 143 - Simonyan

Russia, Mar 23 (UNI) The number of those killed in the terrorist attack at the Crocus City Hall in the Moscow Region has risen to 143 people, Margarita Simonyan, the editor-in-chief of RT and the Rossiya Segodnya media group, said on Saturday.

#Death Toll from Terrorist Attack near Moscow rises to 143 - Simonyan

Police set up 24x7 election helpline in Kashmir

Srinagar, Mar 23 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir Police has established a dedicated round-the-clock helpline to address election-related queries and concerns.

#Police set up 24x7 election helpline in Kashmir



4 killed, 10 injured in road accident in S Myanmar

Yangon, Mar 23 (UNI) Four people were killed and 10 others sustained injuries in a vehicle accident in Myanmar''s southern Bago Region, a local police officer told Xinhua on Saturday.

#4 killed #10 injured in road accident in S Myanmar

Singaporean authority arrests 64 drug offenders

Singapore, Mar 23 (UNI) Singapore''s Central Narcotics Bureau (CNB) arrested 64 suspected drug offenders, including a 17-year-old student, in nationwide anti-drug operations from March 18 to March 22, according to a statement published by the bureau on Saturday.

#Singaporean authority arrests 64 drug offenders



US destroyed 4 drones in Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen

Washington, Mar 23 (UNI) The United States destroyed four drones in Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen, the US Central Command (CENTCOM) said in a statement.

#US destroyed 4 drones in Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen

Kakinada: JNTUK campus college students excel in GATE-2024

Kakinada, Mar 22 (UNI) JNTUK Vice chancellor Prof GVR Prasadaraju said over 75 students of university engineering college have excelled in the Graduate aptitude test in engineering GATE-2024 exams and secured national ranks bringing laurels to the college.

#Kakinada: JNTUK campus college students excel in GATE-2024



ECI to improve low turn out in 414 Himachal polling stations

Shimla, Mar 22 (UNI) The Election Commission is initiating a special drive to improve the voting percentage in 414 polling stations of Himachal Pradesh that registered less than 60 percent voter turnout in the Lok Sabha election five years back, an official said on Friday.

#ECI to improve low turn out in 414 Himachal polling stations

Kerala 'Used Water Management Conclave' 2024 concludes

Thiruvananthapuram, Mar 22 (UNI) The three-day conclave of experts on recycling and reuse of wastewater, ''Used Water Management'' for Building a Water Resilient Kerala, concluded here Friday.

#Kerala 'Used Water Management Conclave' 2024 concludes

Spurious liquor tragedy: Toll rises to 14

Sangrur, Mar 22 (UNI) With six more deaths reported, the toll in Sangrur''s spurious liquor tragedy rose to 14, police said on Friday.

#Spurious liquor tragedy: Toll rises to 14

Sand artist Sudarsan depicts "Earth Hour 2024 " in his sand art at Puri Beach.

Puri, Mar 22 (UNI) Padma Shri awardee sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik has created sand art at Puri beach appealing to people to join the global movement to create the Biggest Hour for Earth.

#Sand artist Sudarsan depicts "Earth Hour 2024 " in his sand art at Puri Beach.



RCB win toss, elect to bat against CSK in IPL 2024 opener

Chennai, Mar 22 (UNI) Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) won the toss and elected to bat first against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the IPL 2024 opener at MA Chidambaram Stadium here on Friday.

#RCB win toss #elect to bat against CSK in IPL 2024 opener



RCB win toss, elect to bat against CSK in IPL 2024 opener

Chennai, Mar 22 (UNI) Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) won the toss and elected to bat first against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the IPL 2024 opener at MA Chidambaram Stadium here on Friday.

#RCB win toss #elect to bat against CSK in IPL 2024 opener

Manipur Governor releases 'state focus paper 2024-25'

Imphal, Mar 22 (UNI) Governor of Manipur, Anusuiya Uikey released “State Focus Paper 2024-25”, at Raj Bhavan here on Friday.

#Manipur Governor releases 'state focus paper 2024-25'

India to host Invitational International Karate Tournament in 2024

Hyderabad, Mar 22 (UNI) The Japan Karate Association of India (JKAI) announced on Friday that India is to host the prestigious Invitational International Karate Tournament 2025 in Hyderabad, Telangana.

#India to host Invitational International Karate Tournament in 2024

Sonu Nigam, AR Rahman add grandeur to IPL 2024 Opening Ceremony in Chennai

By BD Narayankar
Chennai, March 22 (UNI) The IPL 2024 Opening Ceremony held here on Friday was a spectacular event that left a lasting impression on all attendees, setting the perfect tone for the season opener between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at MA Chidambaram Stadium.

#Sonu Nigam # AR Rahman add grandeur to IPL 2024 Opening Ceremony in Chennai

EC's innovative concept:14,000 students write to their parents to vote

Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Mar 22 (UNI) As a part of a voter awareness initiative, 14000 school students in Maharashta have penned letter to their parents urging them to cast their vote without falling to any temptation.

#EC's innovative concept:14 #000 students write to their parents to vote

UP: Youth accused of brothers' murder remanded to 14-day judicial custody

Badaun (UP), Mar 22 (UNI) An accused in murder of two minor brothers in Civil Lines area of Badaun district here in Uttar Pradesh was remanded to 14- day judicial custody by a local court here on Friday, prosecution sources said here.

#UP: Youth accused of brothers' murder remanded to 14-day judicial custody

Punjab: 14 including 6 foreign nationals arrested for looting people

Phagwara, Mar 22 (UNI) The Phagwara district police, headed by SSP Vatsala Gupta, have arrested 14 girls including six foreign national girls from Nigeria and Ghana on the charges of looting passersby in two different cases.

#Punjab: 14 including 6 foreign nationals arrested for looting people

Kaya Skin Clinic launches its 74th clinic in Mumbai

Mumbai, Mar 22 (UNI) Kaya, the launch of its newest clinic, was inaugurated at the hands of Hina Khan, a renowned actress.

#Kaya Skin Clinic launches its 74th clinic in Mumbai

New office bearers announced for CII Southern region for 2024–25

Hyderabad, Mar 21 (UNI) Dr. Nandini, Managing Director, Chandra Textiles Pvt Ltd, has taken over as the Chairperson of CII Southern Region for the years 2024–25.

#New office bearers announced for CII Southern region for 2024–25

AP EAPCET-2024 revised schedule announced: JNTUK VC

Kakinada, Mar 21 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Engineering, the Agriculture and Pharmacy Common Entrance Test (AP EAPCET) 2024 exam schedule was revised due to the general elections in the state, and now the exams will be conducted from May 16 to May 22.

#AP EAPCET-2024 revised schedule announced: JNTUK VC



LS polls 2024: Cong releases 3rd list of 57 candidates

New Delhi, Mar 21 (UNI) The Indian National Congress on Thursday released the third list of 57 candidates for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections from Arunachal Pradesh, Gujarat, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Telangana, West Bengal and Puducherry.

#LS polls 2024: Cong releases 3rd list of 57 candidates

Coal consumption in India will peak by 2040 : Meena

Kolkata, Mar 21 (UNI) Coal consumption in India will continue to grow for many years but will peak by 2040, stated Secretary, Ministry of Coal, Amrit Lal Meena here on Thursday.

#Coal consumption in India will peak by 2040 : Meena

RSP confers with Platinum award in Global Environment Award 2024

Bhubaneswar, Mar 21 (UNI) Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP) has been conferred with the prestigious Platinum award in Global Environment Award 2024 at the Global Clean Energy Summit 2024.

#RSP confers with Platinum award in Global Environment Award 2024



ECI transfer DMs, SPs/SSPs in 4 states not conferred IAS or IPS; asks all states to follow it

New Delhi, Mar 21 (UNI) The Election Commission of India on Thursday issued transfer orders for non-cadre officers posted at leadership positions as District Magistrate (DM) and Superintendent of Police (SP) in four states of Gujarat, Punjab, Odisha and West Bengal.

#ECI transfer DMs #SPs/SSPs in 4 states not conferred IAS or IPS; asks all states to follow it

Rock collapse volume at mine in Russia's Far East reaches 194,500 cubic meters

Moscow, Mar 21 (UNI) The volume of the collapsed rock at the Pioneer mine in Russia''s far eastern Amur Region, where 13 people are still trapped under the rubble, is almost 22 times higher than initial estimates and reaches 194,500 cubic meters, local emergency services told Sputnik on Thursday.

#Rock collapse volume at mine in Russia's Far East reaches 194 #500 cubic meters

Election -residential housing market may create another peak in 2024

Kolkata, Mar 21 (UNI) The General elections and residential real estate appear closely linked - at least, that is what the previous two election years'' data trends indicate. The 2014 and 2019, election years, saw housing sales create new peaks, published data said.

#Election -residential housing market may create another peak in 2024



ECI transfers 4 non-cadre DMs in as many dists of West Bengal

Kolkata, Mar 21 (UNI) Ahead of Lok Sabha''s first phase poll beginning on April 19, the Election Commission of India (ECI) on Thursday issued transfer orders for non-cadre officers who are posted at leadership positions as District Magistrate (DM) and Superintendent of Police (SP) in five states, including West Bengal, official sources said.

#ECI transfers 4 non-cadre DMs in as many dists of West Bengal

Samsung expects to contribute 75 pc in 5G segment in 2024

Hyderabad, Mar 20 (UNI) Korean smartphone maker Samsung is expected to contribute 75 per cent in the overall category in the 5G segment this year against 67 per cent growth expected by the overall industry, said Ghufran Alam, Senior Director, MX Business, Samsung India, here on Wednesday.

#Samsung expects to contribute 75 pc in 5G segment in 2024

Allotment of 48 LS seats to be done honourably on Friday or Saturday: Maha NCP chief

Mumbai, Mar 20 (UNI) The negotiations for the Lok Sabha seat allocation of the Mahayuti (grand alliance) will be completed in a day or two, said Maharashtra NCP (Ajit Pawar faction) president Sunil Tatkare on Wednesday.

#Allotment of 48 LS seats to be done honourably on Friday or Saturday: Maha NCP chief

NIT Srinagar to host 2 day National Conference on RASE-2024 in June

Srinagar, Mar 20 (UNI) National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar will host a two day National Conference on ‘Role of Academic-driven Startups in Developing Economy of J&K ((RASE-2024)’ in June this year.

#NIT Srinagar to host 2 day National Conference on RASE-2024 in June



RCB teams up with Pexpo for IPL 2024

Bengaluru, Mar 20 (UNI) Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) has teamed up with Pexpo, a prominent stainless steel water bottle and vacuum flask manufacturer, for this year''s Indian Premier League (IPL).

#RCB teams up with Pexpo for IPL 2024



RCB teams up with Pexpo for IPL 2024

Bengaluru, Mar 20 (UNI) Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) has teamed up with Pexpo, a prominent stainless steel water bottle and vacuum flask manufacturer, for this year''s Indian Premier League (IPL).

#RCB teams up with Pexpo for IPL 2024

Suspect arrested in J&K's Kupwara, 4 grenades recovered

Srinagar, Mar 20 (UNI) Security forces arrested a suspect in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kupwara district and recovered four hand grenades, Army said on Wednesday.

They said the arrest was made at Kurhama with a team of police following a specific intelligence input.

#Suspect arrested in J&K's Kupwara # 4 grenades recovered



Sensex improves 89.64 pts

Mumbai, Mar 20 (UNI) The BSE Sensex on Wednesday rose 89.64 pts to close at 72101.69 on the strength of Energy, Oil and Gas, Power and Telecommunications stocks ahead of US Federal Reserve rates decision.

#Sensex improves 89.64 pts



5G data usage nearly 4 times higher than 4G: Nokia Report

New Delhi, Mar 20 (UNI) The launch of high-speed mobile data, or 5G mobile services, about 18 months ago has emerged as a significant catalyst for the growth in data usage, contributing to 15 percent of all data traffic in 2023.

#5G data usage nearly 4 times higher than 4G: Nokia Report

KSUM startups shine at ‘Startup Mahakumbh 2024’

Thiruvananthapuram, Mar 20 (UNI) Showcasing their innovative products and solutions driven by cutting-edge technologies, ventures backed by Kerala Startup Mission (KSUM) made a deep impression at the three-day ‘Startup Mahakumbh 2024’ that concluded in New Delhi on Wednesday.

#KSUM startups shine at ‘Startup Mahakumbh 2024’



Punjab: 4 die after drinking poisonous liquor

Sangrur, Mar 20 (UNI) Four people died after consuming poisoned liquor at Gujran village in Sangrur district.

#Punjab: 4 die after drinking poisonous liquor



IOC confirms 19 AINs at Paris 2024

Geneva, Mar 20 (UNI) The International Olympic Committee (IOC) said Tuesday 19 AINs (Individual Neutral Athletes) have qualified for the 2024 Paris Olympic Games.

#IOC confirms 19 AINs at Paris 2024



Widespread light to moderate rain over J&K during next 24 hrs: MeT

Srinagar, Mar 20 (UNI) A Western Disturbance (WD) is likely to cause widespread light to moderate rain and snow over Jammu and Kashmir during the next 24 hours, officials said.

#Widespread light to moderate rain over J&K during next 24 hrs: MeT



TMC calls 24-hr Cooch Behar bandh to protest attack by BJP at Dinhata

Siliguri, Mar 20 (UNI) West Bengal ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) on Wednesday called a 24-hour Cooch Behar district bandh to protest the alleged attack on its supporters during a clash with the opposition BJP on Tuesday evening, official sources said.

#TMC calls 24-hr Cooch Behar bandh to protest attack by BJP at Dinhata