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

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

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

REC to provide loan of Rs 1869 cr to Chenab Valley Power Project in J&K

New Delhi, April 24 (UNI) State-owned non-banking finance company REC Limited has signed an agreement with Chenab Valley Power Project Private Limited (CVPPPL), under which it will provide financial assistance of Rs 1,869.265 crore as a term loan.

#REC to provide loan of Rs 1869 cr to Chenab Valley Power Project in J&K

Campaign ends for Apr 26 second phase election to three key North Bengal LS seats

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

#Campaign ends for Apr 26 second phase election to three key North Bengal LS seats

5.5-magnitude quake hits 161 km NW of Fangale'ounga, Tonga -- USGS

Beijing, April 24 (UNI) An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.5 jolted 161 km NW of Fangale''ounga, Tonga at 0553 GMT on Wednesday, the U.S. Geological Survey said.

#5.5-magnitude quake hits 161 km NW of Fangale'ounga # Tonga -- USGS

5.5-magnitude quake hits 161 km NW of Fangale''ounga, Tonga - USGS

Beijing, April 24 (UNI) An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.5 jolted 161 km NW of Fangale''ounga, Tonga at 0553 GMT on Wednesday, the U.S. Geological Survey said.

#5.5-magnitude quake hits 161 km NW of Fangale''ounga #Tonga - USGS

Philippines: Death toll rises to 6 due to heatwave

Manila, April 24 (UNI) The Philippines'' Department of Health (DOH) on Wednesday said it has received at least 34 cases of heat-related illness, including six deaths, from January 1 to April 18 this year.

#Philippines: Death toll rises to 6 due to heatwave

Rupee up 6 paise against USD

Mumbai, Apr 24 (UNI) The rupee remained strong on Wednesday, advancing 6 paise to 83.28 against the opening session on selling of US dollars by bankers and exporters, dealers at the Foreign Exchange said.

#Rupee up 6 paise against USD

Cong Govt implements 5 out of 6 guarantees in 100 days: Telangana CM

Narayanpet (Telangana), April 23 (UNI) Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy announced that the Congress government has successfully implemented five out of six guarantees within the first 100 days of its tenure.

#Cong Govt implements 5 out of 6 guarantees in 100 days: Telangana CM

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

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

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

Altogether 266 candidates in fray for LS polls in Gujarat

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

#Altogether 266 candidates in fray for LS polls in Gujarat

Meghalaya: HQ 101 Area celebrates 61st Raising Day

Shillong, Apr 22 (UNI) The 61st Raising Day of Headquarter 101 Area was celebrated with traditional military élan and fervour led by Major General Amar Ramdasani, Chief of Staff, Headquarter 101 Area.

#Meghalaya: HQ 101 Area celebrates 61st Raising Day

SAD announces 2nd list of 6 LS candidates for Punjab

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

#SAD announces 2nd list of 6 LS candidates for Punjab

AP: Main accused in Rs 66L robbery case ends life

Ongole, April 22 (UNI) The main accused in the sensational Rs 66 lakh robbery case committed suicide by hanging himself in his house at Kamepallivaripalem village in Santanutalapadu mandal in AP on Monday.

#AP: Main accused in Rs 66L robbery case ends life

Plain gold jewellery exports jump 62 pc to $6.79 billion in FY24

New Delhi, Apr 22 (UNI) Plain gold jewellery exports surged 62% to US$6.79 billion in financial year 2023-24 as compared to US$ 4.19 billion in financial year 2022-23.

#Plain gold jewellery exports jump 62 pc to $6.79 billion in FY24

Sensex surges 560.29 pts

Mumbai, April 22 (UNI) The BSE Sensex on Monday rallied another 560.29 pts to close strong at 73648.62 as renewed buying was seen in Consumer Durable, Inustrials, Capital Goods and BSE services stocks amid positive Asian Market.

#Sensex surges 560.29 pts

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

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

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

Cal HC cancels entire 2016 WBSSC teachers'' appointment panel

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

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

Turkish police detain 36 IS suspects

Ankara, Apr 21 (UNI) Turkish police detained 36 suspected members of the Islamic State (IS) group, the country''s Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya said on Sunday.

#Turkish police detain 36 IS suspects

TN records 69.72 pc overall poll percentage in LS polls : ECI

Chennai, Apr 21 (UNI) The Election Commission of India (ECI) on
Sunday officially announced that the voter turn out in the April 19
single phase polling to 39 Lok Sabha seats in Tamil Nadu was
69.72 per cent.

#TN records 69.72 pc overall poll percentage in LS polls : ECI

ECI pegs overall voting percentage in TN LS polls to 69.46 %

Chennai, Apr 21 (UNI) Tamil Nadu Chief Electoral Officer Satyabrata Sahoo has pegged the
overall voting percentage in April 19 Lok Sabha polls to 39 seats in the State to 69.46 per cent.

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

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

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

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

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

UP :Two killed, 6 injured as wall collapses in Pilibhit

Pilibhit, Apr 21 (UNI) Two persons were killed and six others injured when the wall of a kutcha house collapsed during a marriage function in Bisalpur area of Pilibhit district in Uttar Pradesh, Police sources said here on Sunday.

#UP :Two killed # 6 injured as wall collapses in Pilibhit

US: Two killed, 6 injured in shooting in Memphis

Memphis, April 21 (UNI) At least two people have been killed and 6 others injured in a shooting at a party in the city of Memphis in the US state of Tennessee, Memphis Police Dept said on Sunday.

#US: Two killed # 6 injured in shooting in Memphis

Brazil reports over 1,600 deaths from dengue in 2024

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

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

Head-Abhishek century stand powers SRH to 266/7

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

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

Head-Abhishek century stand powers SRH to 266/7

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

Death toll from Tanzania's flash floods rises to 66: police

Dar Es Salaam, Apr 20 (UNI) The death toll from flash floods in Tanzania, caused by heavy rains, has risen from 58 to 66 in the past week, police officials said on Saturday.

#Death toll from Tanzania's flash floods rises to 66: police

UP: 60.25 Percent votes polled for 8 seats in first phase of LS polls in UP

Lucknow, Apr 20 (UNI) Around 60.25 percent out of more than 1.44 crore votes were polled in eight parliamentary constituencies in the first phase of Lok Sabha elections in Uttar Pradesh amid tight security arrangements, polling officer said here on Saturday.

#UP: 60.25 Percent votes polled for 8 seats in first phase of LS polls in UP

LS Polls: UP records 59.66 pc polling in first phase

Lucknow, April 19 (UNI) Approximately 59.66 percent of the total 1.44 crore electorate exercised their franchise across eight parliamentary constituencies in the first phase of Lok Sabha election in Uttar Pradesh amidst tight security arrangements on Friday.

#LS Polls: UP records 59.66 pc polling in first phase

Arunachal polls: Over 66 Percent voter turnout recorded

Itanagar, Apr 19 (UNI) More than 66 percent electorate in Arunachal Pradesh have cast their votes till 5 pm on Friday in the simultaneous elections to the 18th Lok Sabha and the 11th State Legislative Assembly, according to the data available with the poll panel.

#Arunachal polls: Over 66 Percent voter turnout recorded

Chhattisgarh: At least 6 missing as boat capsizes in Mahanadi

Raipur, April 19 (UNI) A boat ferrying more than seventy people returning after visiting Banjhi Pali temple on Friday afternoon, overturned in the Mahanadi river near Saradha Ghat of Chhattisgarh''s Jharsuguda district, police said here.

#Chhattisgarh: At least 6 missing as boat capsizes in Mahanadi

AP :Police crack heist of Rs 66 lakh

Ongole, AP, Apr 19 (UNI) The police unraveled a major heist within hours by arresting three persons and recovered Rs 66 lakh booty.

#AP :Police crack heist of Rs 66 lakh

Jadeja''s unbeaten 57 steers CSK to 176/6

Lucknow, April 19 (UNI) Ravindra Jadeja''s unbeaten 57 off 40 balls played a crucial role in guiding Chennai Super Kings to a competitive total of 176/6 against Lucknow Super Giants here on Friday.

#Jadeja''s unbeaten 57 steers CSK to 176/6

Jadeja''s unbeaten 57 steers CSK to 176/6

Lucknow, April 19 (UNI) Ravindra Jadeja''s unbeaten 57 off 40 balls played a crucial role in guiding Chennai Super Kings to a competitive total of 176/6 against Lucknow Super Giants here on Friday.

#Jadeja''s unbeaten 57 steers CSK to 176/6

All India voter turnout crosses 60 pc in phase-I Lok Sabha polls

New Delhi, April 19 (UNI) The first of the seven-phase Lok Sabha polls on Friday remained largely peaceful with voter turnout exceeding 60% at 7 in the evening.

#All India voter turnout crosses 60 pc in phase-I Lok Sabha polls

Almost 60 percent votes polled in Mizoram

Aizawl, Apr 19(UNI) Almost 60 percent of a total of 8,56,364 voters exercised their franchise for the election to the lone Mizoram Lok Sabha seat on Friday.

#Almost 60 percent votes polled in Mizoram

Sikkim records 68.06 pc voter turnout till 5 pm

Sikkim, April 19 (UNI) Voting for lone Lok Sabha and 32 assembly seats in Sikkim completed peacefully on Friday. As per the Election Commission, till 5 p.m. 68.06 per cent of 4.64 lakh electorate exercised their franchise.

#Sikkim records 68.06 pc voter turnout till 5 pm

Meghalaya records 69.91 percent voter turnout, polling passes off peacefully

Shillong, Apr 19 (UNI) An estimated 69.91 percent of the total 22,26,567 electorate have cast their ballots as polling for the two Lok Sabha seats - Shillong and Tura - in Meghalaya, passed off peacefully on Friday.

#Meghalaya records 69.91 percent voter turnout #polling passes off peacefully

Over 65 pc polling recorded in Arunachal till 5 pm

Itanagar, Apr 19 (UNI) More than 65 per cent electorate in Arunachal Pradesh have cast their votes till 5 pm in the simultaneous elections to the 18th Lok Sabha and the 11th State Legislative Assembly, according to the data available with the poll panel.

#Over 65 pc polling recorded in Arunachal till 5 pm

TN LS polls : 63.20 pc turn out recorded till 1700 hrs

Chennai, Apr 19 (UNI) An estimated 63.20 per cent of the total 6.23 crore electorate
have cast their ballots till 1700 hours, as the single phase Polling to elect 39 members
to the 18th Lok Sabha from Tamil Nadu, progressed smoothly, amid tight security.

#TN LS polls : 63.20 pc turn out recorded till 1700 hrs

HP: Tashigang at 15,256 ft world's highest polling station

Shimla, Apr 19 (UNI) The Election Commission of India has declared Tashigang in Himachal Pradesh as the world''s highest polling booth, where 52 electorates would cast their votes on June one.

#HP: Tashigang at 15 #256 ft world's highest polling station

Sensex recovers 600 points on heavy buying on last day of week

Mumbai, April 19 (UNI) Snapping a losing streak of last four sessions, the BSE Sensex on Friday bounced back 599.34 points to close at 73088.33 on expectation of minimal escalation of tension between Israel and Iran.

#Sensex recovers 600 points on heavy buying on last day of week

Bengal records 66.34 pc votes till 3 PM

Kolkata, Apr 19 (UNI) An estimated 66.34 percent of 5.6 million electorate exercised their franchise till 3 PM in the first phase election to three Lok Sabha seats in North Bengal with Cooch Behar, Alipurduar and Jalpaiguri recording 65.54 per cent, 66.23 per cent and 67.28 per cent polling respectively.

#Bengal records 66.34 pc votes till 3 PM

Bengal records 50.96 pc votes till 1 PM

Kolkata, Apr 19 (UNI) An estimated 50.96 percent of the 5.6 million electorates exercised their franchise till 1 PM in the three Lok Sabha constituencies of West Bengal with Cooch Behar, Alipurduar and Jalpaiguri recording 50.69 percent, 51.50 percent and 50.65 percent respectively.

#Bengal records 50.96 pc votes till 1 PM

Bengal casts 50.96 pc votes till 1 PM across 3 LS seats

Kolkata, Apr 19 (UNI) An estimated 50.96 per cent of 5.6 million electorate exercised their franchise till 1 PM in the three Lok Sabha constituencies of West Bengal - Cooch Behar, Alipurduar and Jalpaiguri.

#Bengal casts 50.96 pc votes till 1 PM across 3 LS seats

30.63 pc votes polled till 11 am in Mizoram

Aizawl, Apr 19 (UNI) Around 30.63 percent of the 8,56,364-strong electorate exercised their rights over the first four hours for the Lok Sabha polls in Mizoram as voting proceeded peacefully across the 1,276 polling stations in the state on Friday, officials said.

#30.63 pc votes polled till 11 am in Mizoram

Around 46.92 pc voting till 1300 hrs in Manipur

Imphal, April 19 (UNI) The first phase of the poll in Manipur witnessed a good turnout, reports of firing and destroying EVMs, and reports of threats by armed persons to vote for a particular candidate.

#Around 46.92 pc voting till 1300 hrs in Manipur

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

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

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

UP: Around 36.96 pc votes polled on 8 seats till 1 pm

Lucknow, April 19 (UNI) Approximately 36.96 per cent of 1.44 crore voters polled their votes till 1 pm, across eight parliamentary constituencies in the first phase of Lok Sabha elections in Uttar Pradesh, as per polling officials.

#UP: Around 36.96 pc votes polled on 8 seats till 1 pm

22.60 pc turnout in Kathua-Udhampur till 1100 hrs

Jammu, Apr 19 (UNI) Around 22.60 percent of 16.23 lakh voters cast their votes in the initial four hours of polling till 11 am in the Kathua-Udhampur Parliamentary Constituency (PC) on Friday in a peaceful manner.

#22.60 pc turnout in Kathua-Udhampur till 1100 hrs

West Tripura PC records 34.6 pc voting till 11 am

Agartala, April 19 (UNI) The percentage of voting in the first four hours in the West Tripura parliamentary constituency was recorded at 34.6 percent, while in the Ramnagar by-poll, it was 27.62 percent, the ECI bulletin said.

#West Tripura PC records 34.6 pc voting till 11 am

Bihar: Around 16.63 pc votes polled on 4 seats till 11 am

Patna, Apr 19 (UNI) An estimated 16.63 per cent of 76 lakh electorate exercised their votes in the first four hours of polling for first phase of Lok Sabha elections on four seats in Bihar.

#Bihar: Around 16.63 pc votes polled on 4 seats till 11 am

UP: Around 12.66 pc votes polled on 8 seats till 9 am

Lucknow, April 19 (UNI) Approximately 12.66 per cent of 1.44 crore voters polled their votes in two hours across eight parliamentary constituencies in the first phase of Lok Sabha elections in Uttar Pradesh till 9 am, as per polling officials.

#UP: Around 12.66 pc votes polled on 8 seats till 9 am

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

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

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

Magnitude-5.6 earthquake rocks northern Turkish province of Tokat: AFAD

Ankara, Apr 18 (UNI) A magnitude-5.6 earthquake rocked the northern Turkish province of Tokat on Thursday, according to the country''s disaster management authority AFAD.

#Magnitude-5.6 earthquake rocks northern Turkish province of Tokat: AFAD

Stellar lineup for 16th TCS World 10K Bengaluru promises exciting race day

Bengaluru, April 18 (UNI) The 16th edition of the Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) World 10K Bengaluru scheduled for April 28, is set to be a highlight on the city''s sporting calendar, with a stellar lineup of Indian and International athletes confirmed for the event.

#Stellar lineup for 16th TCS World 10K Bengaluru promises exciting race day

Lok Sabha polls: 16.23 lakh voters eligible to vote in Udhampur Constituency tomorrow

Jammu, Apr 18 (UNI) The Udhampur Parliamentary Constituency is all set to go to polls in the first phase of Lok Sabha election on Friday, with a total of 16.23 lakh voters, including 8.45 lakh male and 7.77 lakh female, were eligible to exercise their franchise.

#Lok Sabha polls: 16.23 lakh voters eligible to vote in Udhampur Constituency tomorrow

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

Dr Sanjay Upadhyay elected as president of 36th Marathi Literary conference in Toronto, Canada

Pune, Apr 18 (UNI) Educationalist Dr Sanjay Upadhyay has been elected unopposed as president of the 36th Marathi Literary conference in Toronto, Canada by the Marathi Language Board.

#Dr Sanjay Upadhyay elected as president of 36th Marathi Literary conference in Toronto # Canada

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.

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

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

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

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

At least 9 injured after 6.6-magnitude quake hits west Japan

Tokyo, April 18 (UNI) At least nine people were injured after an earthquake with a magnitude of 6.6 struck a wide area of western Japan on Wednesday night, local authorities said Thursday.

#At least 9 injured after 6.6-magnitude quake hits west Japan

No major casualties reported after 6.6-magnitude quake hits west Japan

Tokyo, Apr 18 (UNI) No major damages or fatal casualties had been reported after an earthquake with a magnitude of 6.6 hit western Japan on Wednesday night, Prime Minister Fumio Kishida told reporters early Thursday.

#No major casualties reported after 6.6-magnitude quake hits west Japan

Over 116,000 people evacuated in Kazakhstan since March due to floods

Astana, Apr 17 (UNI) Over 116,000 people, including 40,000 children, have been evacuated from dangerous flood zones in Kazakhstan since the beginning of March, the Kazakh Ministry of Emergency Situations said on Wednesday.

#Over 116 #000 people evacuated in Kazakhstan since March due to floods

71 die, 67 injured in rain-related accidents in Pak

Islamabad, Apr 17 (UNI) Heavy rains and lightning caused havoc in different areas of Pakistan causing 71 deaths and injuries to 67 others since Saturday, an official told Xinhua Wednesday.

#71 die #67 injured in rain-related accidents in Pak

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

Srinagar: 6 dead as boat capsizes in Jhelum

Srinagar, Apr 16 (UNI) A boat carrying nearly two dozen people, including school children from Gandbal to Batwara, capsized on Tuesday morning, in the Jhelum river in Srinagar, killing at least six people and leaving several others missing.

#Srinagar: 6 dead as boat capsizes in Jhelum

LS Polls: 116 votes casted through ECI’s unique home voting facility in J&K's Udhampur

Jammu, April 15 (UNI) Home voting through postal ballot was successfully conducted under the guidance of District Election Officer, Saloni Rai in district Udhampur of Jammu and Kashmir.

#LS Polls: 116 votes casted through ECI’s unique home voting facility in J&K's Udhampur

At least 6 killed in clashes between Sudanese army, paramilitary forces in N Darfur

Khartoum, April 15 (UNI) At least six civilians were killed and 61 others injured in clashes between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces in El Fasher, the capital city of North Darfur State, the Sudanese Doctors'' Union said.
The injured were still arriving at the hospital despite a shortage of equipment and blood donors, the non-governmental union said in a statement.

#At least 6 killed in clashes between Sudanese army # paramilitary forces in N Darfur

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%

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.

Heatwave conditions likely to prevail in AP & Yanam from Apr 16-18: Met

Amaravati, Apr 15 (UNI) Heatwave conditions are likely to prevail at isolated places in North Coastal Andhra Pradesh & Yanam and South Coastal Andhra Pradesh from Tuesday to Thursday, Meteorological Centre said on Monday.

#Heatwave conditions likely to prevail in AP & Yanam from Apr 16-18: Met

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

5617 third-gender voters, more in Thane seat: EC

Mumbai, Apr 15 (UNI) Thane district records the highest number of third-gender voters, with 1279 registered, followed by Mumbai suburbs with 812 and Pune with 726, till April 4.

#5617 third-gender voters #more in Thane seat: EC

6.5-magnitude quake hits 109 km ESE of Kimbe, Papua New Guinea: USGS

New York, Apr 15 (UNI) An earthquake with a magnitude of 6.5 jolted 109 km ESE of Kimbe, Papua New Guinea, at 20:56:29 GMT on Sunday, the U.S. Geological Survey said.

#6.5-magnitude quake hits 109 km ESE of Kimbe #Papua New Guinea: USGS

Iraqi court sentences 6 drug dealers to death

Tehran, April 14 (UNI) An Iraqi court on Sunday issued death sentences to six drug dealers, including three foreigners.

#Iraqi court sentences 6 drug dealers to death

61-day annual fishing ban to commence from midnight, fish prices to go up

Chennai, Apr 14 (UNI) Already on the higher side due to poor catches,
prices of fish and other sea foods are expected to further go up as the
61-day annual ban on deep sea fishing by mechanised trawlers along
the East Coast of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, would commence from
midnight tonight.

#61-day annual fishing ban to commence from midnight # fish prices to go up

Bengal : PM Narendra Modi to address BJP rally at Balurghat on April 16

Kolkata, Apr 14 (UNI) BJP''s West Bengal unit President Sukanta Majumdar on Sunday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Balurghat in West Bengal''s northern district of South Dinajpur on April 16 to campaign for BJP candidates for April 19 poll, the fist of the seven-phase polling in the state.

#Bengal : PM Narendra Modi to address BJP rally at Balurghat on April 16

Authorities announce setting up of 1276 polling stations for Mizoram LS elections

Aizawl, Apr 14 (UNI) Election officials in Mizoram have announced the establishment of 1276 polling stations across the state for the forthcoming General Election to the Lok Sabha in 2024.

#Authorities announce setting up of 1276 polling stations for Mizoram LS elections

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

12 killed, 6 missing in boat capsize in north China

Beijing, April 13 (UNI) Twelve people died and six were reported missing after a boat capsized in Qinhuangdao City, north China''s Hebei Province, on Saturday afternoon, according to local authorities.

#12 killed # 6 missing in boat capsize in north China

LS polls: Cong names 16 more candidates; Vikramaditya Singh to contest from Mandi

New Delhi, AprIL 13 (UNI) The Indian National Congress on Saturday released a list of 16 candidates for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, with prominent names being Vikramaditya Singh from Mandi Constituency of Himachal Pradesh and Manish Tewari from Chandigarh.

#LS polls: Cong names 16 more candidates; Vikramaditya Singh to contest from Mandi

Palestinian death toll in Gaza rises to 33,686

Gaza, April 13 (UNI) The Palestinian death toll from ongoing Israeli attacks on the Gaza Strip has risen to 33,686, the Hamas-run Health Ministry said on Saturday.

#Palestinian death toll in Gaza rises to 33 #686

INDIA alliance will win all 6 seats in J&K and Ladakh : Farooq Abdullah

Srinagar, April 13 (UNI) National Conference President Farooq Abdullah on Saturday said that the INDIA alliance would win all six seats in Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh.

#INDIA alliance will win all 6 seats in J&K and Ladakh : Farooq Abdullah

Number of people killed in stabbing in Sydney's shopping centre reaches 6

Sydney, April 13 (UNI) The number of people killed as a result of stabbings in Sydney''s Westfield Bondi Junction shopping centre has reached six, Australia''s New South Wales police said on Saturday.

#Number of people killed in stabbing in Sydney's shopping centre reaches 6

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

Over 61 thousand arms deposited in Himachal

Shimla, April 12 (UNI) To ensure peaceful, inducement free and fair elections in the State, as many as 61472 licensed weapons have been deposited till Friday evening. This was revealed by the spokesperson of the State election department here.

#Over 61 thousand arms deposited in Himachal

Badoni does rescue act, boosts LSG's total to 167/7

Lucknow, April 12 (UNI) Crucial knocks by Ayush Badoni and Arshad Khan rescued Lucknow Super Giants and helped to boost their score to 167/7 against Delhi Capitals in the 26th match of IPL 2024 here on Friday.

#Badoni does rescue act # boosts LSG's total to 167/7

AP: Rs.5.60 crore worth gold, and silver articles seized at Peddapuram

Kakinada (Andhra Pradesh), Apr 12(UNI) As a part of election commission regulations, the Peddapuram police along with Flying squad officials have intercepted a car near Peddapuram police station on Friday and seized Rs.5.60 Crore worth of Gold and silver ornaments including 8,116.89 grams of gold ornaments and 46,990.38 grams of silver ornaments from Jivireddy Lova Sreerammurthy, an employee of BVC logistics Peddapuram.

#AP: Rs.5.60 crore worth gold # and silver articles seized at Peddapuram

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

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

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

Tripura: Priyanka to hold roadshow in Agartala on April 16

Agartala, Apr 12 (UNI) All India Congress Committee General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra is scheduled to arrive at Agartala on April 16 to campaign for the West Tripura INDIA block candidate Asish Kumar Saha, the election for which is scheduled on April 19.

#Tripura: Priyanka to hold roadshow in Agartala on April 16

AP: Petregaz India inaugurates Rs 600 cr refrigerated LPG Terminal at Krishnapatnam

Nellore (Andhra Pradesh), Apr 12 (UNI) Petregaz India, a subsidiary of Petredec Group, on Friday announced the inauguration of its new LPG Import and Storage Terminal at Krishnapatnam, about 25 kms from here.

#AP: Petregaz India inaugurates Rs 600 cr refrigerated LPG Terminal at Krishnapatnam

Rs 100 Cr worth cash, liquor seized since Mar 16 in AP: CEO

Ongole, Apr 11 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Chief Electoral Officer Mukesh Kumar Meena has said that Rs 100 crore worth cash, liquor and other valuables have been seized across the state since March 16 when the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) came into force.

#Rs 100 Cr worth cash # liquor seized since Mar 16 in AP: CEO

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

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

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

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

Parag, Samson propel RR to 196/3 against GT

Jaipur, April 10 (UNI) Riding on a commanding batting performance, propelled by the dynamic duo of Riyan Parag and Sanju Samson, Rajasthan Royals set up a challenging target for the Gujarat Titans in an IPL match at Sawai Mansingh Stadium here on Wednesday.

#Parag #Samson propel RR to 196/3 against GT

Parag, Samson propel RR to 196/3 against GT

#Parag #Samson propel RR to 196/3 against GT

S. Korea's opposition party leads parliamentary elections with 62.5 pct votes counted

Seoul, April 10 (UNI) South Korea''s main liberal opposition Democratic Party led parliamentary elections, with 62.5 percent of votes counted.

#S. Korea's opposition party leads parliamentary elections with 62.5 pct votes counted

Children to get admission after attaining 6-yrs of age in UP

Lucknow, April 10 (UNI) The Basic Education Department has issued guidelines regarding the enrolment of male and female students for the academic session 2024-25.

#Children to get admission after attaining 6-yrs of age in UP

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

IIHL to partner with Invesco and acquire 60 pc stake in IAMI

Kolkata, Apr 10 (UNI) IndusInd International Holdings Limited (IIHL), a Mauritius-based Investment Holding Company with several investments in banking and financial assets, and Invesco Ltd have announced that they have entered into a definitive
agreement to form a joint venture (JV).

#IIHL to partner with Invesco and acquire 60 pc stake in IAMI

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

Chennaiyin FC notches crucial win in quest of 6th spot in ISL

Chennai, Apr 10 (UNI) Chennaiyin FC sent NorthEast United FC crashing out of the playoffs race with a 2-1 victory against the Highlanders at the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium here in the Indian Super League (ISL) match on Tuesday night.

#Chennaiyin FC notches crucial win in quest of 6th spot in ISL

Bihar: 6 people charred alive in Sasaram, CM expresses grief

Sasaram, April 9 (UNI) At least six people, including three women and an equal number of children, were charred alive when fire suddenly broke out from an electric transformer in Ibrahimpur of Kachhua outpost Sasaram in Rohtas district on Tuesday.

#Bihar: 6 people charred alive in Sasaram #CM expresses grief

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

6.0-magnitude earthquake jolts off eastern Indonesia

Jakarta, Apr 9 (UNI) An earthquake with a magnitude of 6.0 hit Indonesia''s eastern province of West Papua on Tuesday, but did not trigger a tsunami warning, the country''s meteorology, climatology and geophysics agency said.

#6.0-magnitude earthquake jolts off eastern Indonesia

Naidu promises Rs 6,000 monthly pension for physically challenged

Vijayawada, April 8 (UNI) The TDP chief N Chandrababu Naidu here on Monday promised a Rs 6,000 monthly pension for the physically challenged if the TDP, Jana Sena, and the BJP alliance voted to power.

#Naidu promises Rs 6 #000 monthly pension for physically challenged

16 KG gold, Rs 15 lakh cash seized

Eluru, AP, Apr 8 (UNI) The election flying squad seized 16 kg of gold, 31 kg of silver, and Rs 16 lakh in cash while being transported in a van at Kalaparru toll gate on Monday.

#16 KG gold # Rs 15 lakh cash seized

Social security pensions being provided to over 66 lakh beneficiaries: AP CM

Ongole, Apr 8 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy has said the YSRCP government has been providing social security pensions to more than 66 lakh beneficiaries by spending over Rs 2000 crore a month without corruption or discrimination based on caste, religion, and political affiliation.

#Social security pensions being provided to over 66 lakh beneficiaries: AP CM

2 killed, 26 injured in bus crash in Russia

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

#2 killed # 26 injured in bus crash in Russia

East Bengal FC registers crucial win for 6th spot in ISL

Kolkata, Apr 8 (UNI) East Bengal FC beat Bengaluru FC by 2-1 at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan here in the Indian Super League (ISL) match on Sunday night.

#East Bengal FC registers crucial win for 6th spot in ISL

Cholera death toll rises to 60 in Somalia amid new cases of infection

Mogadishu, Apr 7 (UNI) At least 60 people died from cholera in Somalia in the past three months, indicating the severity of the outbreak, the UN Children''s Fund, or UNICEF said Sunday.

#Cholera death toll rises to 60 in Somalia amid new cases of infection

Search continues for 6 missing after Taiwan's 7.3-magnitude quake

Taipei, Apr 7 (UNI) Six people remain unaccounted for after Wednesday''s deadly 7.3-magnitude earthquake that hit the sea area near Hualien County in Taiwan, and search and rescue work is still underway, local authorities said on Sunday.

#Search continues for 6 missing after Taiwan's 7.3-magnitude quake

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

Singaporean authority arrests 36 drug offenders

Singapore, Apr 6 (UNI) Singapore''s Central Narcotics Bureau (CNB) said Saturday it arrested 36 people involved in drug offences in a recent operation.

#Singaporean authority arrests 36 drug offenders

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

6 killed, 11 injured in Israeli strikes in S. Lebanon

Beirut, Apr 5 (UNI) Six militants were killed, and 11 others injured on Friday in Israeli air strikes on several villages and towns in southern Lebanon, Lebanese military sources told Xinhua.

#6 killed # 11 injured in Israeli strikes in S. Lebanon

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

Lok Sabha Election: 86 nomination papers rejected after scrutiny in Kerala

Thiruvananthapuram, Apr 5 (UNI) Nomination papers of 86 candidates for the Lok Sabha elections were rejected during scrutiny held on Friday.

#Lok Sabha Election: 86 nomination papers rejected after scrutiny in Kerala

Adams appointed International Event Ambassador for 16th TCS World 10k Bengaluru

Bengaluru, April 5 (UNI) Dame Valerie Adams, the renowned shot putter from New Zealand, has been appointed as the International Event Ambassador for the 16th edition of the Tata Consultancy Services World 10K Bengaluru, scheduled for April 28.

#Adams appointed International Event Ambassador for 16th TCS World 10k Bengaluru

Key policy rate unchanged at 6.5%, GDP growth seen at 7%; Inflation needs constant watch: RBI

Mumbai, April 5 (UNI) Keeping a close watch on inflation, the Reserve Bank of India on Friday kept the key policy rate (repo) unchanged at 6.5 per cent resulting in no change in the EMIs of housing, car or other business loans.

#Key policy rate unchanged at 6.5% #GDP growth seen at 7%; Inflation needs constant watch: RBI

RBI keeps repo rate unchanged at 6.5 pc, FY25 GDP growth seen at 7 pc

Mumbai, April 5 (UNI) As widely expected by markets and policy-watchers, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)''s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) on Friday yet again decided to keep the policy repo rate unchanged at 6.50%.

#RBI keeps repo rate unchanged at 6.5 pc #FY25 GDP growth seen at 7 pc

The standing deposit facility (SDF) rate remains at 6.25 PC: RBI Governor

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#The standing deposit facility (SDF) rate remains at 6.25 PC: RBI Governor

Marginal standing facility (MSF) rate, Bank Rate remain at 6.75 pc: Shaktikanta Das

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#Marginal standing facility (MSF) rate # Bank Rate remain at 6.75 pc: Shaktikanta Das

RBI keeps repo rate unchanged at 6.50 pc

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#RBI keeps repo rate unchanged at 6.50 pc

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

Chennaiyin FC moves to 6th spot in ISL

Chennai, Apr 4 (UNI) Chennaiyin FC broke into the top-six with a terrific 2-1 victory against Jamshedpur FC, where they came from behind to strike twice in second half, at the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium here in the Indian Super League (ISL) match on Thursday night.

#Chennaiyin FC moves to 6th spot in ISL

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

Shashank Singh's unbeaten 61 fashions thrilling win for Punjab Kings

Ahmedabad, Apr 4 (UNI) In the 17th match of IPL 2024 held at Narendra Modi Stadium here on Thursday, Punjab Kings emerged victorious in a thrilling encounter against Gujarat Titans, winning by three wickets.

#Shashank Singh's unbeaten 61 fashions thrilling win for Punjab Kings

LS Elections: 26 candidates file nomination for Jammu constituency

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

#LS Elections: 26 candidates file nomination for Jammu constituency

Shashank''s unbeaten 61 guides Punjab Kings to thrilling victory

Ahmedabad, Apr 4 (UNI) Shashank Singh''s remarkable unbeaten knock of 61 guided Punjab Kings to a thrilling three-wicket victory over Gujarat Titans in the 17th match of IPL 2024 at Narendra Modi Stadium on Thursday.

#Shashank''s unbeaten 61 guides Punjab Kings to thrilling victory

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

As exciting as it gets: It's a fight to finish with League Shield & 6th spot still on line

Mumbai, Apr 4 (UNI) The Matchweek 20 of the Indian Super League (ISL) 2023-24 rounded off with East Bengal FC securing a thumping 4-2 victory over Kerala Blasters FC at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Kochi last night, to re-ignite their playoffs challenge.

#As exciting as it gets: It's a fight to finish with League Shield & 6th spot still on line

New export orders push India''s services PMI to 61.2 in March

New Delhi, April 4 (UNI) India''s services activities accelerated in March this year on the back of healthy demand conditions, efficiency gains and positive sales developments.

#New export orders push India''s services PMI to 61.2 in March

6.0-magnitude quake jolts off Japan''s Fukushima Prefecture

Tokyo, Apr 4 (UNI) An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 6.0 struck off Japan''s northeastern prefecture of Fukushima on Thursday, according to the country''s weather agency.

#6.0-magnitude quake jolts off Japan''s Fukushima Prefecture

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

Over 1,600 houses damaged by hailstorms in Mizoram

Aizawl, Apr 3 (UNI) With 542 buildings being heavily damaged by a massive hailstorm at Sangau town in southernmost Mizoram’s Lawngtlai district on Tuesday afternoon, the total number of houses destroyed or damaged by the thunderstorm and hailstorm that hit the state rose to over 1,600.

#Over 1 #600 houses damaged by hailstorms in Mizoram

Spectrum auction postponed by 2 weeks; to start on June 6 now

New Delhi, Apr 3 (UNI) In view of the Lok Sabha election schedule, the Department of Telecom has postponed the auction of spectrum by two weeks and it will start now on June 6 this year 2 days after the election results are declared.

#Spectrum auction postponed by 2 weeks; to start on June 6 now

Sushil Kumar Modi battling cancer for 6 months; informs PM

New Delhi, Apr 3 (UNI) Senior BJP leader and Rajya Sabha MP Sushil Kumar Modi on Wednesday said he has been battling cancer for the past six months and expressed his inability to participate in the upcoming Lok Sabha Election.

#Sushil Kumar Modi battling cancer for 6 months; informs PM

6 children killed, 10 wounded in accident in S. Iraq

Baghdad, Apr 3 (UNI) Six children of a primary school were killed and some 10 others wounded on Tuesday in a run-over accident in Iraq''s southern Basra province, the Iraqi News Agency (INA) said.

#6 children killed # 10 wounded in accident in S. Iraq

SC directs States / UTs to allow old lawyers to continue for 6 weeks

New Delhi, Apr 2 (UNI) The Supreme Court said on Tuesday that after the elections, if there is a change in the government, the States /Union Territories must ensure that while changing the panel of advocates, the old panel should continue for at least six weeks so that the courts are not forced to grant adjournments.

#SC directs States / UTs to allow old lawyers to continue for 6 weeks

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

LS Polls: Over 16.23 L voters to decide fate of 12 candidates in Udhampur Constituency

Jammu, Apr 2 (UNI) More than 16.23 lakh voters will decide the fate of 12 candidates in Udhampur Lok Sabha seat in the first phase of General Elections to be held on April 19.

#LS Polls: Over 16.23 L voters to decide fate of 12 candidates in Udhampur Constituency

Graduation ceremony of 86 Indian girl medical students from war-torn Ukraine held in Hyderabad

Hyderabad, Apr 2 (UNI) The graduation ceremony of 86 girls out of 210 medical students from 10 Indian states who received their degree from Ukraine despite a prolonged war, was held at AIG Hospital here on Tuesday.

#Graduation ceremony of 86 Indian girl medical students from war-torn Ukraine held in Hyderabad

ED attaches properties worth Rs 1.56 crores in Srinagar under PMLA

Srinagar, Apr 2 (UNI) Enforcement Directorate (ED), on Tuesday provisionally attached movable and immovable properties worth Rs. 1.56 Crore in Srinagar under the provisions of Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002 in the misappropriation of funds case, officials said.

#ED attaches properties worth Rs 1.56 crores in Srinagar under PMLA

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

Fake currency gang busted in Hyderabad, 6 held with Rs 36.35L fake currency

Hyderabad, Apr 2 (UNI) City police apprehended a six-member gang on Tuesday involved in circulating counterfeit currency and confiscated Rs 36,35,500 in fake Rs 500 notes.

#Fake currency gang busted in Hyderabad # 6 held with Rs 36.35L fake currency

IIT Madras study reveals sharp increase in number of C-section deliveries across India between 2016 and 2021

Chennai, Apr 2 (UNI) The Indian Institute of Technology-Madras (IIT-Madras) researchers have discovered a sharp uptick in the number of Caesarean section (C-section) deliveries that took place across the country between 2016 and 2021.

#IIT Madras study reveals sharp increase in number of C-section deliveries across India between 2016 and 2021

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

AP CM Jagan Reddy resumes Siddham Bus Yatra on 6th day

Kadapa, Apr 2 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy resumed his bus yatra christened ‘Memantha Siddham’ on the sixth day at Cheekatimanipalle village in Annamayya district on Tuesday.

#AP CM Jagan Reddy resumes Siddham Bus Yatra on 6th day

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

Strong wind destroys over 60 houses in central Myanmar

Yangon, Apr 2 (UNI) A strong wind hit five villages in Thabeikkyin Township of Myanmar''s Mandalay region, causing damage to infrastructure and houses, the state-run media Myanma Alinn reported on Tuesday.

#Strong wind destroys over 60 houses in central Myanmar

6.1-magnitude quake strikes northern Japan

TOKYO, Apr 2 (UNI) An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 6.1 struck off Japan''s northern prefecture of Iwate early on Tuesday, according to the country''s weather agency.

#6.1-magnitude quake strikes northern Japan

Rs 2000 banknotes continue to be legal tender; 97.69% returned till now: RBI

Mumbai, Apr 1 (UNI) The Government has received 97.69 per cent of Rs 2000 currency notes as on March 29, 2024, the RBI said on Monday while adding that the banknotes continue to be legal tender.

#Rs 2000 banknotes continue to be legal tender; 97.69% returned till now: RBI

Light to moderate rain or thundershowers very likely in Telangana on Apr 6-7: Met

Hyderabad, Apr 1 (UNI) Light to moderate rain or thundershowers is very likely to occur at isolated places in Telangana on April 6 and 7, Meteorological Centre said on Monday.

#Light to moderate rain or thundershowers very likely in Telangana on Apr 6-7: Met

Sensex surges 363.20 pts

Mumbai, Apr 1 (UNI) Extending rally for the third session the BSE Sensex on Monday spurted 363.20 pts to close at 74014.55 on renewed buying in Realty, Metal and Commodities stocks amid strong global cues.

#Sensex surges 363.20 pts

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

Hockey India announces 60-member assessment squad for Women’s National Coaching Camp

Bengaluru, Apr 1 (UNI) Hockey India, on Monday, announced the 60-member Indian Women''s Hockey Team squad that will report at the SAI, Bengaluru for an assessment camp scheduled
to commence on April 1 and last till April 7.

#Hockey India announces 60-member assessment squad for Women’s National Coaching Camp

Hockey India announces 60-member assessment squad for Women’s National Coaching Camp

#Hockey India announces 60-member assessment squad for Women’s National Coaching Camp

IPL owners to meet in Ahmedabad on April 16

Mumbai, Apr 1 (UNI) The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has called for a meeting of the Indian Premier League (IPL) team owners on April 16 in Ahmedabad.

#IPL owners to meet in Ahmedabad on April 16

IPL owners to meet in Ahmedabad on April 16

Mumbai, Apr 1 (UNI) The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has called for a meeting of the Indian Premier League (IPL) team owners on April 16 in Ahmedabad.

#IPL owners to meet in Ahmedabad on April 16

On 1st day of new fiscal, stock market zooms 526 points

Mumbai, Apr 1 (UNI) On the first day of the new financial year, the stock market zoomed over 500 points on Monday, with the BSE Sensex opening at 74177.87, up by 526 points, in the opening session on strong global cues.

#On 1st day of new fiscal #stock market zooms 526 points

Israel loses 600 soldiers since Hamas' Oct 7 attack

Jerusalem, Apr 1 (UNI) The total number of Israeli troops killed since the Hamas'' October 7 attack has reached 600 after the death of 20-year-old Staff Sgt. Nadav Cohen in southern Gaza, the Times of Israel reported on Monday, citing the Israel Defence Forces (IDF).

#Israel loses 600 soldiers since Hamas' Oct 7 attack

Ankara oppn Mayor ahead with over 60 per cent of votes in local elections

Ankara, Apr 1 (UNI) The opposition mayor of Ankara, Mansur Yavas of the Republican People''s Party (CHP), has gained over 60 per cent of the votes in local elections, with almost all ballots counted, Turkish news media reported on Monday.

#Ankara oppn Mayor ahead with over 60 per cent of votes in local elections

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

NIPM to hold HR Conference in Visakhapatnam on April 26

Visakhapatnam, Mar 31 (UNI) The National Institute of Personnel Management (NIPM)-Visakha Chapter in association with RINL, Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, will jointly organise a daylong HR Conference under Central Region, NIPM at Visakhapatnam Steel Plant here on April 26.

#NIPM to hold HR Conference in Visakhapatnam on April 26

36 Palestinians killed in overnight Israeli strikes across Gaza: sources

Gaza, Mar 31 (UNI) At least 36 Palestinians were killed and dozens others wounded in overnight Israeli strikes across the Gaza Strip, Palestinian sources said on Sunday.

#36 Palestinians killed in overnight Israeli strikes across Gaza: sources

Israeli police detain 16 people over anti-government protests - Reports

Jerusalem, Mar 31 (UNI) At least 16 people have been detained during anti-government protests in Israel on Saturday night, Israeli media reported, citing police.

#Israeli police detain 16 people over anti-government protests - Reports

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

Heavy rains leave over 1,600 people homeless in Tanzania

Dar es Salaam, Mar 31 (UNI) At least 1,660 people have been left homeless due to heavy rains that destroyed 699 houses in the Nachingwea district of the Lindi region in southern Tanzania, an official announced.

#Heavy rains leave over 1 #600 people homeless in Tanzania

Heavy rains leave over 1,600 people homeless in southern Tanzania

Dar es Salaam, Mar 30 (UNI) At least 1,660 people have been left homeless due to heavy rains that destroyed 699 houses in the Nachingwea district of the Lindi region in southern Tanzania, an official announced on Saturday.

#Heavy rains leave over 1 #600 people homeless in southern Tanzania

16 killed in attacks by paramilitary forces in central Sudan: resistance committee

Khartoum, Mar 30 (UNI) At least 16 civilians were killed in attacks by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) on villages in central Sudan, the Wad Madani Resistance Committee announced on Saturday.

#16 killed in attacks by paramilitary forces in central Sudan: resistance committee

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

ISL: We still have a real chance of Top-6: Chennaiyin FC head coach Owen Coyle

Kolkata, Mar 30 (UNI) With the ongoing Indian Super League (ISL) 2023-24 in its final stage and the race for the playoffs intensified, seven teams are still in contention for the remaining two spots. Chennaiyin FC are one of them and head coach Owen Coyle believes that his side can qualify for the knockout stage.

#ISL: We still have a real chance of Top-6: Chennaiyin FC head coach Owen Coyle

Gravolite partners with 56th National Kho Kho championship

New Delhi, March 30 (UNI) Sports mat manufacturers Gravolite on Saturday said that it has become the official supplier of Kho Kho mats for the 56th national Kho Kho championship.

#Gravolite partners with 56th National Kho Kho championship

Abhishek credits team for Hockey India 6th Annual Awards nominations

New Delhi, Mar 30 (UNI) The stage is set for the highly anticipated 6th edition of the Hockey India Annual Awards, set to take place on Sunday, here.

#Abhishek credits team for Hockey India 6th Annual Awards nominations

Palestinian death toll in Gaza Strip rises to 32,623

Gaza, Mar 30 (UNI) The Palestinian death toll in the Gaza Strip has risen to 32,623, the Hamas-run Health Ministry said in a press statement.

#Palestinian death toll in Gaza Strip rises to 32 #623

Virat''s unbeaten fifty helps RCB to post competitive 182/6

Bengaluru, Mar 29 (UNI) Virat Kohli''s impressive unbeaten half-century laid the groundwork for RCB''s competitive total of 182/6 against KKR in the 10th match of the IPL 2024 at Chinnaswamy Stadium here on Friday..

#Virat''''''''s unbeaten fifty helps RCB to post competitive 182/6

6 killed in al-Shabab attack in Kenya's border region

Garissa, Kenya, Mar 29 (UNI) At least six Kenyans were killed Friday when al-Shabab terrorists raided a border town, police and government officials said.

#6 killed in al-Shabab attack in Kenya's border region

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

Lok Sabha Polls : Amit Shah to visit Assam on Apr 6 for campaign

Guwahati, March 29 (UNI) Union Home Minister Amit Shah will visit Assam on April 6 to campaign for the Lok Sabha election.

#Lok Sabha Polls : Amit Shah to visit Assam on Apr 6 for campaign

5.6-magnitude quake hits 126 km NNW of Kimbe, Papua New Guinea

Port Moresby, Mar 29 (UNI) An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.6 jolted 126 km NNW of Kimbe, Papua New Guinea at 0957 GMT on Friday, the U.S. Geological Survey said.

#5.6-magnitude quake hits 126 km NNW of Kimbe #Papua New Guinea

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

Bihar: RJD to contest on 26, Cong 9 & Left to field 5 candidates for LS elections

Patna, Mar 29 (UNI) Seat sharing among constituents of alliance INDIA for ongoing Lok Sabha elections in Bihar, was announced on Friday, with the RJD contesting 26 seats, Congress 9 seats, and the Left parties 5 seats in the state.

#Bihar: RJD to contest on 26 # Cong 9 & Left to field 5 candidates for LS elections

TN LS polls : 933 Nominations accepted on scrutiny, 569 rejected

Chennai, Mar 29 (UNI A total of 933 nominations filed by the candidates for the April 19 single phase
Lok Sabha elections, including that of all prominent candidates of leading political parties were accepted on scrutiny by the Election Commission.

#TN LS polls : 933 Nominations accepted on scrutiny #569 rejected

India''s core sector output rises to three-month high of 6.7 pc in February

New Delhi, Mar 28 (UNI) Driven primarily by coal, cement and crude oil production, India''s core sector comprising of eight key infrastructure components grew 6.7% year-on-year in February 2024, as per data released by Ministry of Commerce and Industry on Thursday.

#India''s core sector output rises to three-month high of 6.7 pc in February

Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India achieves historic 6 cr domestic sales milestone

Mumbai, Mar 28 (UNI) Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) announced on Thursday that it has accomplished a historic achievement of 6 crore domestic sales in India. Honda ventured into the Indian market with its first two-wheeler, the Activa, in 2001.

#Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India achieves historic 6 cr domestic sales milestone

2.6 lakh households in Kerala Capital deprived of water connection: Rajeev Chandrasekhar

Thiruvananthapuram, Mar 28 (UNI) About 2.6 lakh households in Thiruvananthapuram deprived of water connection despite fund allocation from the Centre, BJP-led NDA candidate Rajeev Chandrasekhar alleged on Thursday.

#2.6 lakh households in Kerala Capital deprived of water connection: Rajeev Chandrasekhar

MHA extends AFSPA in 3 dists of Arunachal Pradesh for 6 mths

New Delhi, Mar 28 (UNI) The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on Thursday extended the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, 1958 (AFSPA) in Tirap, Changlang and Longding districts of Arunachal Pradesh for another period of six months declaring them as ‘disturbed area’ with effect from April 1.

#MHA extends AFSPA in 3 dists of Arunachal Pradesh for 6 mths

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

Jail suspension of Bangladeshi ex-PM Zia extended for 6 more months

Dhaka, Mar 28 (UNI) The Bangladeshi government has extended the suspension of the jail sentence of ex-Prime Minister Khaleda Zia for another six months.

#Jail suspension of Bangladeshi ex-PM Zia extended for 6 more months

AP: DRI rescues 396 endangered turtles in Vizag; Two arrested

Visakhapatnam, Mar 27 (UNI) The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) successfully rescued 396 Indian Tent, Indian Roofed, and Indian Crowned Turtles from illegal trafficking activities in Visakhapatnam.

#AP: DRI rescues 396 endangered turtles in Vizag; Two arrested

6.7-magnitude quake hits Vanuatu region-USGS

Hong Kong, Mar 27 (UNI) An earthquake with a magnitude of 6.7 jolted Vanuatu region at 01:28:21 GMT on Wednesday, the U.S. Geological Survey said.

#6.7-magnitude quake hits Vanuatu region-USGS

Bowlers, batsmen came to fore, as CSK thrashes GT by 63 runs in IPL

Chennai, Mar 26 (UNI) The Chennai Fortress remained intact as the home favourites and reigning champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) thrashed Gujarat Titans (GT) by 63 runs in an IPL match at the M.A.Chidambaram Stadium here on Tuesday night.

#Bowlers # batsmen came to fore # as CSK thrashes GT by 63 runs in IPL

Brisk start by top orders, Shivam Dube''s half century takes CSK to 206/6 against GT

Chennai, Mar 26 (UNI) After a brisk start by the openers, defending champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK), powered by a rapid fire half century by south paw Shivam Dube, scored 206 for six in their second IPL match against Gujarat Titans (GT) at the M.A.Chidambaram stadium here on Tuesday night.

#Brisk start by top orders #Shivam Dube''s half century takes CSK to 206/6 against GT

Brisk start by top orders, Shivam Dube''s half century takes CSK to 206/6 against GT

#Brisk start by top orders #Shivam Dube''s half century takes CSK to 206/6 against GT

AP: VPA Signs agreement with Integrated Cargo Terminal for revamping of WQ-6 Terminal

Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh), Mar 26 (UNI): Visakhapatnam Port Authority (VPA) signed Concession Agreement here on Tuesday with the Concessionaire M/s. Integrated Cargo Terminal Private Limited, a subsidiary SPV of Orissa Stevedores Limited (OSL Group).for “Revamping of existing West Quay – 6 (WQ-6) Terminal in the Northern arm of Inner Harbour at Visakhapatnam Port for handling all types of Dry Bulk Cargo on DBFOT basis”.

#AP: VPA Signs agreement with Integrated Cargo Terminal for revamping of WQ-6 Terminal

Amidst profit taking stock market ends in red; BSE down 360 points

Mumbai, Mar 26 (UNI) Stock market ended in red on Tuesday as the BSE sensex fell more than 360 points to close at 72,470 main on week trends in the tech and IT sector.

#Amidst profit taking stock market ends in red; BSE down 360 points

Fire destroys 26 houses in Myanmar's Ayeyarwady region

Yangon, Mar 26 (UNI) A fire engulfed 26 houses in southern Myanmar''s Ayeyarwady region, an official from the Labutta Township Fire Station told Xinhua on Tuesday.

#Fire destroys 26 houses in Myanmar's Ayeyarwady region

6 killed in suicide attack in NW Pakistan

Islamabad, Mar 26 (UNI) Six people were killed and several others injured in a suicide attack in Pakistan''s northwest Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province on Tuesday, officials said.

#6 killed in suicide attack in NW Pakistan

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