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BJP has no role in stopping Rythu Bharosa money to farmers: clarifies Kishan Reddy
Hyderabad, May 8 (UNI) BJP Telangana state President and Union Tourism Minister G Kishan Reddy on Wednesday clarified that BJP had not lodged any complaint to the Election Commission to stop disbursal of Rythu Bandhu money into the bank accounts of farmers in the state.
#BJP has no role in stopping Rythu Bharosa money to farmers: clarifies Kishan Reddy

BRS complains to EC against former Governor Tamilisai for violating MCC

Hyderabad, May 8 (UNI) The Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) on Wednesday complained to the Election Commission (EC) against former Telangana Governor and Tamil Nadu BJP leader Tamilisai Soundararajan for alleged violations of Model Code of Conduct (MCC) in force for the Lok Sabha elections.

#BRS complains to EC against former Governor Tamilisai for violating MCC

After suspected movement, CASO launched in Jammu’s Akhnoor

Jammu, May 8 (UNI) While two search operations are underway in Poonch district and Basantgarh belt of Udhampur district, Army on Wednesday launched yet another Cordon and Search Operation (CASO) following inputs of movement of suspected terrorists in Akhnoor belt of Jammu.

#After suspected movement # CASO launched in Jammu’s Akhnoor

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Mizoram Governor clears MNF legislator of office-of-profit charges

Aizawl, May 8 (UNI) Mizoram governor Hari Babu Kambhampati vindicated Mizo National Front (MNF) legislator and chief executive member (CEM) of Chakma Autonomous District Council (CADC) Rasik Mohan Chakma from a move to disqualify him as a legislator on the allegations of ‘office of profit’, Aizawl Raj Bhavan sources said on Wednesday.

#Mizoram Governor clears MNF legislator of office-of-profit charges



UP : Kerala Governor pays obeisance at Ram temple in Ayodhya

Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh), May 8 (UNI) Kerala Governor Arif Mohammad Khan paid obeisance to Ram Lalla at the Ram Mandir here on Wednesday.

#UP : Kerala Governor pays obeisance at Ram temple in Ayodhya



Mayawati hit back at Akhilesh, says worry about your family and not BSP

Lucknow, May 8 (UNI) Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) supremo Mayawati on Wednesday hit back at Samajwadi Party (SP) president Akhilesh Yadav and said that instead of worrying about BSP, he should worry about his family and candidates of his own community.

#Mayawati hit back at Akhilesh #says worry about your family and not BSP

ISB launches unique ivi prog for grassroots entrepreneurs; no degree needed

Hyderabad, May 8 (UNI) The Indian School of Business (ISB) on Wednesday launched I-Venture Immersive (ivi), a pioneering programme designed for budding entrepreneurs. Administered by ISB''s entrepreneurship arm, I-Venture@ISB, ivi welcomes passionate innovators from diverse backgrounds, irrespective of formal education beyond Class 12, and there is also no need for CAT, GMAT, or GRE.

#ISB launches unique ivi prog for grassroots entrepreneurs; no degree needed

AIC T-Hub selects startups to drive innovation in mobility sector

Hyderabad, May 8 (UNI) T-Hub, India''s leading startup incubator, in collaboration with the Atal Incubation Centre (AIC), announced on Wednesday the launch of the mobility cohort of the AIC T-Hub Programme. This initiative is poised to revolutionise the automotive industry''s future, with visionary startups selected to participate, Hyderabad-based T-Hub said in a release here.

#AIC T-Hub selects startups to drive innovation in mobility sector

AIC T-Hub selects startups to drive Innovation in the Mobility Sector

Hyderabad, May 8 (UNI) T-Hub, India''s leading startup incubator, in collaboration with Atal Incubation Centre (AIC), on Wednesday announced the launch of the mobility cohort of the AIC T-Hub Program.

#AIC T-Hub selects startups to drive Innovation in the Mobility Sector



Congress-BRS alliance synonymous with corruption and appeasement politics: PM

Hyderabad, May 8 (UNI) The Congress-BRS alliance is synonymous with corruption and appeasement politics, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday alleged and said their governance model is synonymous with ‘zero governance’.

#Congress-BRS alliance synonymous with corruption and appeasement politics: PM

WOW skin science announces revamped products 'Activated Naturals'

New Delhi, May 8 (UNI) WOW Skin Science, India’s leading premium beauty and wellness brand, announced its revamped products proposition ''Activated Naturals’ here on Wednesday.

#WOW skin science announces revamped products 'Activated Naturals'



Journalist Rajat Sharma moves Delhi HC on Govt’s no-control on Deepfake Technology

New Delhi, May 8 (UNI) Delhi High Court on Wednesday issued notice to the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology on a public interest litigation (PIL) filed by senior journalist Rajat Sharma against non-regulation of deepfake technology in the country.

#Journalist Rajat Sharma moves Delhi HC on Govt’s no-control on Deepfake Technology

South Indian Bank, Northern Arc Capital sign MoU to offer financial solutions

New Delhi, May 8 (UNI) Kerala-based private sector bank South Indian Bank and NBFC Northern Arc Capital on Wednesday announced signing of MoU aiming at exploring and maximizing business opportunities through combined efforts in the areas of loan origination, underwriting, disbursement, collection and reconciliation process.

#South Indian Bank # Northern Arc Capital sign MoU to offer financial solutions



INDIA alliance has neither a leader nor policy: Amit Shah

Lakhimpur Kheri (Uttar Pradesh), May 8 (UNI) Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday attacked the INDIA alliance and its leaders and said that they neither have a leader, nor intention nor any policy and all they have is ''nepotism''.

#INDIA alliance has neither a leader nor policy: Amit Shah



UP: Modi govt gave nothing to country except unemployment, inflation: Priyanka

Rae Bareli (Uttar Pradesh), May 8 (UNI) Congress General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Wednesday said that during its 10 years tenure, the Narendra Modi government at the centre has not given anything to the country except inflation and unemployment.

#UP: Modi govt gave nothing to country except unemployment #inflation: Priyanka



White House does not think Israel crossed ‘Red Line’ with Rafah operation

Washington, May 8 (UNI) The “limited” Israeli military operation in Rafah has not crossed President Joe Biden''s “red line” and therefore has not yet led to any changes in the US administration''s policy towards its closest ally in the Middle East, Axios reported, citing two American officials.

#White House does not think Israel crossed ‘Red Line’ with Rafah operation



Karnataka records 70.41 pc voter turnout amidst sweltering heat

Bengaluru, May 8 (UNI) As the mercury soared to a blistering 45 degrees Celsius in certain pockets of Karnataka, the state bore witness to a remarkable display of civic duty during the third phase of Lok Sabha elections across 14 constituencies.

#Karnataka records 70.41 pc voter turnout amidst sweltering heat

PM Modi should answer over non-delivery of coach factory in Warangal: Telangana CM

Warangal, May 7 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi should answer why the Bayyaram steel plant, Kazipet coach factory and other assurances made to Telangana under the AP Reorganisation Act were not delivered, Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy said here on Tuesday.Modi is scheduled to visit Telangana for electioneering on Wednesday. Before stepping into Warangal, PM Modi should answer why the Bayyaram steel plant, Kazipet coach factory and other assurances made to Telangana under the AP Reorganisation Act were not delivered," said Reddy, also the president of the Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee.

#PM Modi should answer over non-delivery of coach factory in Warangal: Telangana CM



Delhi court to pronounce order on May 10 in Brij Bhushan case

New Delhi, May, 7 (UNI) A Delhi Court on Tuesday fixed May 10 for pronouncing its order on sexual harassment charges against former Wrestling Federation of India chief and BJP MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh lodged by six female wrestlers.

#Delhi court to pronounce order on May 10 in Brij Bhushan case

Indian Army, Synergia Foundation to host conclave on future conflict technologies

Bengaluru, May 7 (UNI) The Indian Army''s Southern Command Headquarters in Pune, along with the Dakshin Bharat Area in Chennai and Synergia Foundation, is set to host a groundbreaking conclave aimed at bringing together senior Indian Army officers, leading academia, strategic experts, industry representatives, and startups.

#Indian Army # Synergia Foundation to host conclave on future conflict technologies



All India voter turnout at 61.45 pc in phase-3, Hindi belt sees dip in voting

New Delhi, May 7 (UNI) The third of the seven-phase Lok Sabha polls on Tuesday witnessed 61.45% voter turnout (as of 8 PM) with voting largely remaining peaceful and smooth across 93 seats barring reports of sporadic incidents of violence from West Bengal.

#All India voter turnout at 61.45 pc in phase-3 #Hindi belt sees dip in voting



Sex scandal: HDK urges SIT to issue notice to Rahul Gandhi

Bengaluru, May 7 (UNI) The Janata Dal (Secular) leader HD Kumaraswamy on Tuesday urged the Special Investigation Team (SIT) to issue a notice to senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi following his public statement accusing Hassan MP Prajwal Revanna of involvement in the sexual abuse of 400 women, including minors under 16 years old.

#Sex scandal: HDK urges SIT to issue notice to Rahul Gandhi



MP: 62 pc turnout in LS phase 3

Bhopal, May 7 (UNI) Over 62 percent of the voters exercised their democratic rights across nine parliamentary constituencies of Madhya Pradesh which went to the hustings on Tuesday.

#MP: 62 pc turnout in LS phase 3



Second phase Lok Sabha election in Karnataka registers 66.37 pc turnout till 7.30 pm

Bengaluru, May 7 (UNI) The heartbeat of democracy resonated strongly across Karnataka as the state witnessed a remarkable surge in voter participation during the second phase of Lok Sabha election.

#Second phase Lok Sabha election in Karnataka registers 66.37 pc turnout till 7.30 pm



''History Sheet'' must not be brought in the public domain : SC

New Delhi, May 7 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Tuesday set aside the Delhi High Court''s order validating the publication of the ''history sheet'' and directed all the State authorities and union territories to revisit their policies and consider amendments in adding names in the History Sheet.

#''History Sheet'' must not be brought in the public domain : SC

YES BANK, global co EBANX announce partnership for payment processing in India

New Delhi, May 7 (UNI) India''s private sector bank YES BANK, and EBANX, a global fintech company specialised in payment solutions for emerging markets, on Tuesday announced a strategic partnership for payment processing in India, for the global digital economy.

#YES BANK # global co EBANX announce partnership for payment processing in India

Himachal: EC issues notification for LS poll, Assembly by-poll

Shimla, May 7 (UNI) The Election Commission on Tuesday issued the notification for Lok Sabha polls and by-polls to six assembly constituencies in Himachal Pradesh, signalling the start of the nomination filing process.

#Himachal: EC issues notification for LS poll # Assembly by-poll



Around 55.13 pc voter turnout till 5 pm in UP

Lucknow, May 7 (UNI) An estimated 55.13 percent of more than 1.89 crore voters have exercised their franchise till 5 pm as polling continues for 10 seats in third phase of Lok Sabha polls in Uttar Pradesh on Tuesday.

#Around 55.13 pc voter turnout till 5 pm in UP



Peaceful polling in Bengal ; Around 74 pc turnout till 5 PM

Kolkata, May 7 (UNI) Barring a few stray incidents, the third phase election to four Lok Sabha seats in Bengal passed off peacefully with an estimated 73.93 per cent of more than 7.3 million electorate exercising their franchise till 5 PM on Tuesday.

#Peaceful polling in Bengal ; Around 74 pc turnout till 5 PM



Around 63.11 pc turnout till 3 PM in Bengal

Kolkata, May 7 (UNI) An estimated 63.11 per cent of more than 7.3 million electorate exercised their franchise till 3 PM on Tuesday in the third phase election to four Lok Sabha seats.

#Around 63.11 pc turnout till 3 PM in Bengal

Notification issued for seventh phase of election in eight Lok Sabha seats of Bihar

Patna, May 7 (UNI) The notification for conducting elections in eight Parliamentary constituencies in the seventh and last phase of lok sabha election in Bihar was issued on Tuesday.

#Notification issued for seventh phase of election in eight Lok Sabha seats of Bihar



Around 49.27 pc turnout till 1 PM in Bengal

Kolkata, May 7 (UNI) Bengal witnessed an estimated 49.27 per cent turnout in the first till 1 PM on Tuesday in the third phase election to four Lok Sabha seats.

#Around 49.27 pc turnout till 1 PM in Bengal



Around 24.35 pc turnout till 11 am in Gujarat

Gandhinagar, May 7 (UNI) An estimated 24.35 per cent of 4.97 crore voter turnout was witnesses in Gujarat in the first four hours till 11 am on Tuesday in the single phase election for all 25 Lok Sabha seats.

#Around 24.35 pc turnout till 11 am in Gujarat



Around 32.82 pc turnout till 11 AM in Bengal

Kolkata, May 7 (UNI) Bengal witnessed an estimated 32.82 per cent turnout in the first four hours till 11 AM on Tuesday in the third phase election to four Lok Sabha seats.

#Around 32.82 pc turnout till 11 AM in Bengal



Notification issued for elections in 6 LS & 42 Assembly seats in Odisha

Bhubaneswar, May 7 (UNI) Six Lok Sabha and 42 Assembly seats will go to polls in Odisha on June 1, the notification of which was issued by the Election Commission of India (ECI) on Tuesday.

#Notification issued for elections in 6 LS & 42 Assembly seats in Odisha



9.45 pc voter turnout sets early trend in Karnataka

Bengaluru, May 7 (UNI) An estimated 9.45 percent voter turnout was reported across 14 Lok Sabha constituencies within the first two hours of voting on Tuesday as 2.59 crore voter exercised their rights in the state''s second and final phase.

#9.45 pc voter turnout sets early trend in Karnataka

Route Mobile Limited announces Q4 FY24 & FY24 results

New Delhi, May 7 (UNI) Route Mobile Limited (“Route Mobile”), a leading cloud communication platform service provider to enterprises, over-the-top (“OTT”) players, and mobile network operators, has announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended March 31, 2024.

#Route Mobile Limited announces Q4 FY24 & FY24 results

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Bengal records around 14.6 pc turnout till 9 AM

Kolkata, May 7 (UNI) An estimated 14.6 per cent of over 7.3 million electorate exercised their franchise in the first two hours till 9 AM on Tuesday in the third phase election to four Lok Sabha seats of Bengal.

#Bengal records around 14.6 pc turnout till 9 AM

BASF launches its latest novel ‘Efficon Insecticide’ to Indian farmers

Hyderabad, May 6 (UNI)BASF’s Agricultural Solutions, has launched its latest novel chemistry – Efficon Insecticide, powered by Axalion® Active here on Monday to prevent Piercing and sucking pests that pose a significant threat to crops in India, causing extensive damage amounting to 35 to 40 percent loss in the productivity and yield of the produce.

#BASF launches its latest novel ‘Efficon Insecticide’ to Indian farmers



In north Kashmir, Omar hits out PC & PDP for siding with BJP

Srinagar, May 6 (UNI) National Conference Vice President Omar Abdullah alleged on Monday that former Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Rajya Sabha member, who is now contesting against him, helped BJP abrogate Article 370.

#In north Kashmir #Omar hits out PC & PDP for siding with BJP

Norwester triggers heavy rains in Bhubaneswar, uproots several trees, blocks road communication

Bhubaneswar, May 6 (UNI) Heavy rain and thunderstorms triggered by a Norwester caused havoc in the state capital Bhubaneswar on Monday uprooting trees leading to road blockades at many places in the city.

#Norwester triggers heavy rains in Bhubaneswar # uproots several trees # blocks road communication

Day temp above normal at many places over Bihar and UP

Pune, May 6 (UNI) Day temperatures were appreciably above normal (3.1°C to 5.0°C) at many places over Gangetic West Bengal; at isolated places at a few places over Bihar; above normal (1.6°C to 3.0°C) at many places over west Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Madhya Maharashtra, Marathwada, interior Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal, Kerala and Mahe, Telangana, Rayalaseema; at a few places over east Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, Himachal Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, coastal Andhra Pradesh and Yanam; at isolated places over Punjab, Jammu-Kashmir and Ladakh, Gilgit, Baltistan, Muzaffarabad. These were markedly below normal (-3.1°C to -5.0°C) at isolated places over Arunachal Pradesh, Assam and Meghalaya; below normal (-1.6°C to -3.0°C); at isolated places over Gujarat state and near normal over rest parts of the country. Yesterday, the highest maximum temperature of 45.1°C was reported at Saraikela (Jharkhand) over the country.

#Day temp above normal at many places over Bihar and UP



Eyewear QUE announces strategic investment from cricketer Shikhar Dhawan

New Delhi, May 6 (UNI) QUE, an eyewear startup, and renowned cricketer Shikhar Dhawan have collaborated wherein the later has joined as an investor and also Brand Ambassador for the product.

#Eyewear QUE announces strategic investment from cricketer Shikhar Dhawan



Eyewear QUE announces strategic investment from cricketer Shikhar Dhawan

New Delhi, May 6 (UNI) QUE, an eyewear startup, and renowned cricketer Shikhar Dhawan have collaborated wherein the later has joined as an investor and also Brand Ambassador for the product.

#Eyewear QUE announces strategic investment from cricketer Shikhar Dhawan

IAF Convoy Attack: J&K Police announces Rs 20 lakh reward for info on terrorists

Jammu, May 6 (UNI) Even as an intensive search operation is being carried out to track the terrorists who attacked the convoy of Indian Air Force, the Jammu and Kashmir Police on Monday have released a sketch of terrorists and announced Rs 20 lakh reward for sharing information about them.

#IAF Convoy Attack: J&K Police announces Rs 20 lakh reward for info on terrorists



Trailer of Manoj Bajpayee''s 100th film ''Bhaiya Ji'' unveiled

New Delhi, May 6 (UNI) One of Bollywood''s most talented actor Manoj Bajpayee''s 100th film, "Bhaiya Ji", with its intense narrative of vengeance will soon hit the screens. Its trailer offering tantalising glimpse into Bajpayee''s character was recently released.

#Trailer of Manoj Bajpayee''''''''s 100th film ''''''''Bhaiya Ji'''''''' unveiled

Congress announces 2 more names for Himachal bypolls

Shimla, May 6 (UNI) The Congress has announced two more candidates for the upcoming Himachal Pradesh Assembly bye-elections.

#Congress announces 2 more names for Himachal bypolls



Bidar''s political novice challenges seasoned campaigner

By BD Narayankar
Bidar, May 6 (UNI) Bidar, a city steeped in history and tradition, is once again at the heart of political fervor as the electoral battleground heats up for the upcoming parliamentary elections.

#Bidar''s political novice challenges seasoned campaigner



Panama''s Electoral Tribunal declares Mulino winner of presidential elections

Panama City, May 6 (UNI) Panama''s Electoral Tribunal late Sunday declared Jose Raul Mulino, the candidate of the opposition alliance comprised of the Realizing Goals party and Alianza movement, as the winner of the presidential elections after a preliminary count of more than 85 percent of voting stations.

#Panama''s Electoral Tribunal declares Mulino winner of presidential elections

4 killed in Israeli strikes in S. Lebanon

Beirut, May 6 (UNI) Four people were killed and three others injured on Sunday in an Israeli airstrike on the southeast village of Mays al-Jabal, Lebanese military sources told Xinhua.

#4 killed in Israeli strikes in S. Lebanon



Sunil Narine''s blistering knock propels KKR to commanding total

Lucknow, May 5 (UNI) Sunil Narine once again showcased his prowess in the Indian Premier League (IPL) with a breathtaking innings that propelled Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to a formidable total of 235 for six against hosts Lucknow Super Giants.

#Sunil Narine''s blistering knock propels KKR to commanding total



Sunil Narine''s blistering knock propels KKR to commanding total

Lucknow, May 5 (UNI) Sunil Narine once again showcased his prowess in the Indian Premier League (IPL) with a breathtaking innings that propelled Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to a formidable total of 235 for six against hosts Lucknow Super Giants.

#Sunil Narine''s blistering knock propels KKR to commanding total



Article 370 was allowed due to vested interests; PoK happened as ''custodian'' was not responsible: EAM

New Delhi, May 5 (UNI) External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Sunday said that the now-scrapped Article 370 was allowed to be continued in Jammu and Kashmir due to “vested interests”, and the part of Kashmir under Pakistan’s occupation was allowed to be taken away as India was being headed by “someone who is not a responsible custodian of a house”.

#Article 370 was allowed due to vested interests; PoK happened as ''custodian'' was not responsible: EAM



GGSIPU plans to introduce courses on agronomy, filmmaking

New Delhi, May 5 (UNI) Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU) has embarked on a journey of expansion and plans to introduce courses in disciplines such as agronomy, filmmaking, and HR.

#GGSIPU plans to introduce courses on agronomy #filmmaking



Petrol prices would have gone up by Rs 20 if India had not resisted pressure: EAM

New Delhi, May 5 (UNI) External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Sunday said if India had not resisted pressure from the West over purchase of Russian crude during the Russia-Ukraine conflict then petrol prices in India would have gone up by Rs 20 a litre.

#Petrol prices would have gone up by Rs 20 if India had not resisted pressure: EAM

Hopeful no ceasefire violation take place on LoC to disrupt elections in Kashmir

Srinagar, May 5 (UNI) Chief Election Officer (CEO) of Jammu and Kashmir P K Pole on Sunday hoped that there will be no ceasefire violations from across the border on the polling day in the areas falling near the Line of Control (LoC).

#Hopeful no ceasefire violation take place on LoC to disrupt elections in Kashmir



Hopeful no ceasefire violation take place on LoC to disrupt elections in Kashmir

Srinagar, May 5 (UNI) Chief Election Officer (CEO) of Jammu and Kashmir P K Pole on Sunday hoped that there will be no ceasefire violations from across the border on the polling day in the areas falling near the Line of Control (LoC).

#Hopeful no ceasefire violation take place on LoC to disrupt elections in Kashmir



J&K: One killed, another injured in Rajouri road mishap

Jammu, May 5 (UNI) One person was killed and another injured when a cab they were travelling in met with an accident on Sunday in the Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir.

#J&K: One killed #another injured in Rajouri road mishap



No positive progress in Gaza truce talks: Hamas source

Gaza, May 5 (UNI) No positive progress has been made in the Gaza truce talks on Saturday, a source from the Islamic Resistance Movement (Hamas) said.

#No positive progress in Gaza truce talks: Hamas source

Many aspects of PM Modi in 2014-19 still not acceptable: Raj Thackeray

Ratnagiri, May 4 (UNI) MNS chief Raj Thackeray on Saturday said many things concerning Prime Minister Narendra Modi between 2014 and 2019 were still unacceptable to him.

#Many aspects of PM Modi in 2014-19 still not acceptable: Raj Thackeray

Your life has not improved after August 5, 2019, then make sure NC wins with a thumping majority: Omar Abdullah

Srinagar, May 4 (UNI) The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference Vice President Omar Abdullah Saturday asked people to make a decision if their daily life has improved after August 5, 2019 and everything is fine.

#Your life has not improved after August 5 # 2019 # then make sure NC wins with a thumping majority: Omar Abdullah

Senior leader of United Russia party visits Chhattisgarh as part of 'Know BJP' programme

New Delhi, May 4 (UNI) The Head of the Department of International Relations of the All-Russian political party ‘United Russia’ Valeria Gorokhova visited Chhattisgarh state as part of the international programme ‘Know BJP’ organized by the Bharatiya Janata Party.

#Senior leader of United Russia party visits Chhattisgarh as part of 'Know BJP' programme

In J&K's Baramulla LS seat 23 nomination papers accepted by RO, 15 rejected after scrutiny

Srinagar, May 4 (UNI) A total of 23 candidates are in the fray from Baramulla Lok Sabha constituency in Jammu and Kashmir after the scrutiny of nomination papers.

#In J&K's Baramulla LS seat 23 nomination papers accepted by RO # 15 rejected after scrutiny



BJP refutes knowledge of sexual abuse allegations against Prajwal

Bengaluru, May 4 (UNI) Karnataka BJP President Vijyendra Yediyurappa has refuted any knowledge of sexual abuse allegations against Hassan MP Prajwal Revanna. He stressed that such issues would not adversely affect the ongoing general elections for the two parties.

#BJP refutes knowledge of sexual abuse allegations against Prajwal

Scientists need to check misuse of traditional knowledge: CSIR-NIIST workshop on IPR

Thiruvananthapuram, May 4 (UNI) A workshop on Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) held at CSIR-National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology (NIIST) here has called upon the scientific community to document traditional knowledge judiciously to guard against their misuse by vested interests by various means including biopiracy.

#Scientists need to check misuse of traditional knowledge: CSIR-NIIST workshop on IPR



India not xenophobic, we are one of the most open, pluralistic societies: EAM to Biden''s remark

New Delhi, May 4 (UNI) External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday dismissed US President Joe Biden’s “xenophobic” remark for India, saying India is not xenophobic and is one of the most open and pluralistic societies in the world.

#India not xenophobic #we are one of the most open #pluralistic societies: EAM to Biden''s remark



3 AAP candidates from Delhi file nominations, allege BJP of weakening country

New Delhi, May 4 (UNI) Alleging Bharatiya Janta Party (BJP) of weakening the country at every level, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) candidate Somnath Bharti from New Delhi Lok Sabha seat on Saturday said that this election is about saving democracy.

#3 AAP candidates from Delhi file nominations #allege BJP of weakening country



Afghan diplomat announces her decision to resign citing personal attacks, defamation

New Delhi, May 4 (UNI) Zakia Wardak, a senior Afghan diplomat, on Saturday announced her decision to resign from her position citing "numerous personal attacks and defamation" as the reason.

#Afghan diplomat announces her decision to resign citing personal attacks #defamation



Trump has plan to end Ukraine conflict but will not unveil it to keep leverage

Washington, May 4 (UNI) Former President Donald Trump has a detailed plan for how to peacefully resolve the Ukraine conflict but will not unveil it before the upcoming US election, The Telegraph newspaper has reported, citing a source close to Trump.

#Trump has plan to end Ukraine conflict but will not unveil it to keep leverage



Sex scandal: Lookout notice issued against HD Revanna, his son Prajwal

Bengaluru, May 4 (UNI) The controversy surrounding the alleged sex tape scandal in Karnataka has taken a significant turn as the Special Investigation Team (SIT) issued a lookout notice against JDS MLA HD Revanna and his son, Prajwal Revanna.

#Sex scandal: Lookout notice issued against HD Revanna #his son Prajwal



Will not allow any tampering with SCs, STs and OBCs reservation till am alive : PM

Darbhanga, May 4 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday accused INDIA bloc leaders of making attempt to dilute existing reservation for SCs, STs and OBCs and give it to Muslims, but he would not allow them to do so till he is alive.

#Will not allow any tampering with SCs #STs and OBCs reservation till am alive : PM



Magnitude of earthquake in North of Ascension Island revised from 5.6 to 5.8- GFZ

Beijing, May 4 (UNI) An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.8 jolted North of Ascension Island at 0552 GMT on Saturday, the GFZ German Research Center for Geosciences said.

#Magnitude of earthquake in North of Ascension Island revised from 5.6 to 5.8- GFZ



Noida student shot in LPU violent clash

Phagwara (Punjab), May 4 (UNI) A Lovely Professional University (LPU) student sustained bullet injuries in a firing incident during violent clashes between two groups of students near Law Gate here in Punjab early Saturday, police said.

#Noida student shot in LPU violent clash



397 nominations filed for 5th phase in Maha: EC

Mumbai, May 4 (UNI) A total of 397 candidates have submitted their nominations for 512 seats in 13 Maharashtra state Lok Sabha constituencies on the last day for the fifth and final phase of the Lok Sabha elections 2024 in the state, the poll panel said.

#397 nominations filed for 5th phase in Maha: EC

LS Election: Another Jolt to SAD Badal, AAP gains more strength in Amritsar LS Constituency

Amritsar, May 3 (UNI) The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) got a big boost in Amritsar LS Constituency and Akali Dal suffered another big jolt. Shiromani Akali Dal Badal''s Amritsar South constituency in-charge Talbir Gill, along with his associates and supporters, joined the Aam Aadmi Party.

#LS Election: Another Jolt to SAD Badal # AAP gains more strength in Amritsar LS Constituency

LS Election: School and College grounds cannot be used for election rallies: CEO

Chandigarh, May 3 (UNI) Haryana Chief Electoral Officer, Anurag Agarwal said that Political Parties and Candidates contesting elections will not be given permission from the Election Commission to use playgrounds of Schools and Colleges for Election Rallies.

#LS Election: School and College grounds cannot be used for election rallies: CEO



Prof.Aggarwal outlines his vision for setting up education innovation course

New Delhi, May 3 (UNI) With a legacy of leadership and academic prowess, Prof. KK Aggarwal who assumed the role of President at the South Asian University (SAU) for the next five years has outlined his vision for setting up a course for education innovation and regional collaboration during his tenure.

#Prof.Aggarwal outlines his vision for setting up education innovation course



Nomination from Raebareli was an ''emotional moment'' for me: Rahul Gandhi

New Delhi, May 3 (UNI) Terming the nomination from Raebareli as an ''''emotional moment'''', Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday sought people''s blessings to carry out the ''ongoing fight for justice against injustice.

#Nomination from Raebareli was an ''''emotional moment'''' for me: Rahul Gandhi



Rs 2000 banknotes continue to be legal tender; 97.76% returned till now: RBI

Mumbai, May 3 (UNI) The Government has received 97.76 percent of Rs 2000 currency notes as on April 30, 2024, the RBI said on Friday while adding that the banknotes continue to be legal tender.

#Rs 2000 banknotes continue to be legal tender; 97.76% returned till now: RBI



Delhi HC issues notice to ED & CBI on bail plea of Manish Sisodia

New Delhi, May 3 (UNI) The Delhi High Court on Friday issued notice to the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on the petition filed by former Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia seeking bail in the cases connected with liquor policy scam.

#Delhi HC issues notice to ED & CBI on bail plea of Manish Sisodia

JK: M Khan brother of separatist leader Nayeem Khan files nomination from Baramulla PC

Srinagar, May 3 (UNI) Jailed separatist leader Nayeem Khan’s brother Muneer Khan on Friday filed his nomination papers for Baramulla Parliamentary constituency in Jammu and Kashmir.

#JK: M Khan brother of separatist leader Nayeem Khan files nomination from Baramulla PC



INDI alliance driven by self interest, not national interest: Yogi

Sambhal (UP), May 3 (UNI) Taking a swipe at Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and the INDI Alliance, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday said the INDI alliance is not driven by the nation''s interest, but by self-interest.

#INDI alliance driven by self interest #not national interest: Yogi



Brij Bhushan''s son Karan files nomination from Kaisarganj

Gonda (UP), May 3 (UNI) Karan Bhushan Singh, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate and son of sitting MP and former president of Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, filed his nomination from the Kaisarganj seat on Friday.

#Brij Bhushan''s son Karan files nomination from Kaisarganj



PM Modi dares Congress to come out in writings not to amend Constitution to curtail reservation for SC & ST and OBC quota

Kolkata, May 3 (UNI) Giving a clarion call to the people in West Bengal to return the BJP-led NDA alliance for the third term for ''''Viksit Bharat'''', Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday charged the INDI Alliance with conspiring to amend the Constitution and dared the Opposition to come out in writings to ensure that the OBC quota is not reduced, .

#PM Modi dares Congress to come out in writings not to amend Constitution to curtail reservation for SC & ST and OBC quota

G7 no longer discussing complete confiscation of Russia's frozen assets

Brussels, May 3 (UNI) The representatives of the G7 countries say privately that a complete confiscation of Russia''s frozen assets is no longer on the agenda, with the group now exploring alternative measures to extract funds, the Financial Times newspaper reported on Friday.

#G7 no longer discussing complete confiscation of Russia's frozen assets



PM Modi claims Cong cannot make 50 and TMC 15 in 2024 General election

Krishnanagar (WB) May 3 (UNI) Asserting that the BJP-led NDA is poised to cover not only 370 seats but looking forward to cross 400 mark, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday claimed that the Congress cannot make 50 and Trinamool Congress 15 in 2024 General election.

#PM Modi claims Cong cannot make 50 and TMC 15 in 2024 General election



KL Sharma files nomination from Amethi, Priyanka seeks support

Amethi (UP), May 3 (UNI) Congress candidate and close confidant of Gaandhi family Kishori Lal Sharma on Friday filed his nomination from the high profile Amethi parliamentary constituency.

#KL Sharma files nomination from Amethi #Priyanka seeks support



Rahul Gandhi files nomination from Rae Bareli

Rae Bareli (UP), May 3 (UNI) Former Congress President Rahul Gandhi filed his nomination on Friday for Rae Bareli parliamentary constituency on the last day of the nomination process for May 20 elections in the fifth phase.

#Rahul Gandhi files nomination from Rae Bareli



White House feels media heat over Biden''s ''xenophobic'' remarks for India, Japan

Washington, May 3 (UNI) The White House was hard-pressed to explain President Joe Biden’s description of “xenophobic” for the US’ Quad partners India and Japan, and managed to ward off pointed queries from the media by saying the president has “focused on those diplomatic relationships” during his term.

#White House feels media heat over Biden''''s ''''xenophobic'''' remarks for India #Japan



15 killed, 22 injured in road accident in northern Pakistan

Islamabad, May 3 (UNI) At least 15 people were killed and 22 others injured on Friday morning after a passenger bus fell into a ravine in the Diamir district of Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) region in northern Pakistan, an official told Xinhua.

#15 killed #22 injured in road accident in northern Pakistan



J&K: OGW arrested in non-local cab driver attack case in Shopian

Srinagar, May 3 (UNI) J&K Police said on Friday that it arrested an overground worker during the investigation into a last month''s attack on a non-local cab driver in the Shopian district of south Kashmir.

#J&K: OGW arrested in non-local cab driver attack case in Shopian



China to launch Chang''e-6 lunar probe on Friday afternoon

Wenchang, Hainan, May 3 (UNI) The Chang''e-6 lunar probe is scheduled to be launched between 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. (Beijing Time) on Friday, with the preferred launch window targeted at 5:27 p.m., the China National Space Administration (CNSA) said.

#China to launch Chang''''e-6 lunar probe on Friday afternoon

Punjab: Socialite Amreen to serve masses now

Chandigarh, May 2 (UNI) Punjab social worker, Amreen Kaur Rai joined Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) along with scores of supporters, at Chnadigarh in presence of party state President Sunil Jhakhar on Thursday.

#Punjab: Socialite Amreen to serve masses now

Manipur Governor asks CM Biren to trace missing persons

Imphal, May 2 (UNI) Manipur Governor Anusuiya Uikey discussed various issues with Chief Minister N. Biren Singh, and asked him to trace missing persons and strengthen check posts to stop the disappearance of people here on Thursday at Raj Bhawan.

#Manipur Governor asks CM Biren to trace missing persons

CSIR-NIIST opens innovation centre for startups

Thiruvananthapuram, May 2 (UNI) In a boost to the country’s fast-growing startup ecosystem, CSIR-National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology (CSIR-NIIST) has set up a dedicated Innovation Centre on its campus here to incubate technology-driven start-ups to come out with innovative and marketable products.

#CSIR-NIIST opens innovation centre for startups



Northern Army Commander asks troops to maintain high state of morale

Srinagar, May 2 (UNI) Northern Army Commander Lieutenant General M V Suchindra Kumar on Thursday exhorted troops deployed along the Line of Control and hinterland in Kashmir to maintain a high state of morale in extreme weather and terrain conditions.

#Northern Army Commander asks troops to maintain high state of morale



India, Japan are ''xenophobic'', that''s why their economies are stalling: Biden

Washington, May 2 (UNI) President Joe Biden has termed two of the US’ Quad partners – India and Japan – as “xenophobic” and said that is one of the major reasons why their economies are “stalling”.

#India #Japan are ''xenophobic'' #that''s why their economies are stalling: Biden

BSP announces candidates for two LS constituencies in Punjab

Hoshiarpur (Punjab), May 2 (UNI) The Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) on Thursday announced its candidates for the Lok Sabha constituencies of Khadoor Sahib and Amritsar in Punjab.

#BSP announces candidates for two LS constituencies in Punjab

Hyderabad: RPF & GRP arrest notorious robbery gang at Kacheguda Railway station

Hyderabad, May 2 (UNI) The RPF (Railway Protection Force) and the GRP (Government Railway Police) have arrested a notorious robbery gang at Kachiguda Railway station here on Thursday.

#Hyderabad: RPF & GRP arrest notorious robbery gang at Kacheguda Railway station



No Indian students, or their families have contacted us: MEA on Columbia Univ protests

New Delhi, May 2 (UNI) Following reports of some Indian students likely being detained for participating in the massive pro-Palestine protests that rocked Columbia University, the MEA said on Thursday that no Indian students or their families have contacted the ministry so far for any assistance.

#No Indian students #or their families have contacted us: MEA on Columbia Univ protests



Prajwal Revanna travelled abroad on diplomatic passport, no political clearance was sought: MEA

New Delhi, May 2 (UNI) Amid allegations of a sex scandal involving Janata Dal (S) MP Prajwal Revanna, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Thursday that the now-suspended MP had travelled on a diplomatic passport to Germany and that no political clearance had been sought from or been issued by the ministry for his travel.

#Prajwal Revanna travelled abroad on diplomatic passport #no political clearance was sought: MEA

Lt Governor flags off Road Safety Awareness Tour in Srinagar

Srinagar, May 2 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha flagged off the Road Safety Awareness Tour “Mission Save Lives J&K Tour 2024” from Raj Bhawan on Thursday.

#Lt Governor flags off Road Safety Awareness Tour in Srinagar

JK :Omar Abdullah files nomination from Baramulla LS seat

Srinagar, May 2 (UNI) Former J&K Chief Minister and the National Conference Vice President Omar Abdullah and Peoples Democratic Party candidate Mir Fayaz on Thursday filed nomination papers from Baramulla Lok Sabha constituency in Jammu and Kashmir.

#JK :Omar Abdullah files nomination from Baramulla LS seat



BJD supremo Naveen Patnaik files nomination for Kantabanji Assembly seat

Bhubaneswar, May 2 (UNI) Odisha Chief Minister and BJD supremo Naveen Patnaik filed his nomination for the Kantabanji assembly seat in Western Odisha on Thursday.

#BJD supremo Naveen Patnaik files nomination for Kantabanji Assembly seat



Bihar : "Devoid of issues, Modi now speaking on mangalsutra": Tejaswi

Patna, May 2 (UNI) Leader of opposition in Bihar, Tejaswi Yadav alleged that devoid of issues even after ten years of his rule, the Prime Minister Narendra Modi was now speaking on mangalsutra.

#Bihar : "Devoid of issues #Modi now speaking on mangalsutra": Tejaswi

"Devoid of issues, Modi now speaking on mangalsutra" : Tejaswi

Patna, May 2 (UNI) Leader of Opposition in Bihar Tejaswi Yadav alleged that devoid of issues even after ten years of his rule, Prime Minister Narendra Modi was now speaking on mangalsutra.

#"Devoid of issues # Modi now speaking on mangalsutra" : Tejaswi



Prajwal''s overseas departure triggers ''lookout'' notice

Kalaburagi, May 2 (UNI) In a significant development, Karnataka Home Minister Dr G Parameshwara revealed on Thursday that a ''''lookout'''' notice has been initiated to capture Hassan NDA candidate Prajwal Revanna, who stands accused of sexual misconduct against women.

#Prajwal''''s overseas departure triggers ''''lookout'''' notice



Collaboration Ignites Innovation: YFLO Delhi''s "Cosmic Quest" Connects Experts with Young Minds

New Delhi (India), May 2:  YFLO Delhi reaffirmed its dedication to fostering innovation and exploration with the grand success of "Cosmic Quest: ISRO Explorers Exchange," held on April 27, 2024.

#SpaceExploration #ISRO #InnovationInSpace #CosmicQuest2024

ICRISAT revolutionizes crop testing with Portable Technology

Hyderabad, May 2 (UNI) : Researchers at the International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) are leading a transformation in crop testing, combining AI-driven models and pocket-size near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) devices.

#ICRISAT revolutionizes crop testing with Portable Technology

ICRISAT revolutionizes crop testing with Portable Technology

Hyderabad, May 2 (UNI) Researchers at the International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) are leading a transformation in crop testing, combining AI-driven models and pocket-size near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) devices.

#ICRISAT revolutionizes crop testing with Portable Technology

CtrlS Noida Datacenter turns to solar for 60 pc of its power requirement

New Delhi, May 2 (UNI) CtrlS Datacenters Ltd, Asia''s largest Rated-4 datacenter operator, has taken a significant stride towards sustainability by transitioning its Noida Datacenter – DC1 – to solar power.

#CtrlS Noida Datacenter turns to solar for 60 pc of its power requirement



Omar Abdullah files nomination papers from Baramulla

Srinagar, May 2 (UNI) National Conference vice president Omar Abdullah on Thursday filed nomination papers from the Baramulla Lok Sabha constituency in Jammu and Kashmir.

#Omar Abdullah files nomination papers from Baramulla

Adapting to New Norms: The Role of Gender and Family in Russian Culture

In the rich tapestry of Russian culture, the traditional views on gender roles and family dynamics play a pivotal role, shaping the very fabric of relationships and marriages.

Palestine denounces Israeli settlers'' assault on Jordanian aid convoys

Rmallah, May 2 (UNI) The Palestinian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates on Wednesday denounced the assault by Israeli settlers on two Jordanian aid convoys en route to the Gaza Strip.

#Palestine denounces Israeli settlers'' assault on Jordanian aid convoys

Govt invites nominations for Padma Awards 2025

New Delhi, May 1 (UNI) The Government on Wednesday began the online nominations / recommendations for Padma Awards 2025 to be announced on occasion of Republic Day, 2025.

#Govt invites nominations for Padma Awards 2025

Jammu Police nabs two notorious criminals

Jammu, May 1 (UNI) Police on Wednesday arrested two notorious criminals in Miran Sahib area here in the city outskirts.

#Jammu Police nabs two notorious criminals

Jindal Stainless announces Rs 5,400 crore strategic investment

New Delhi, May 1 (UNI) Jindal Stainless on Wednesday announced a three-pronged investment strategy worth nearly Rs 5,400 crore to expand its capacity and become a key player globally in the stainless steel sector.

#Jindal Stainless announces Rs 5 #400 crore strategic investment

Over 2,000 genocide victims receive dignified burial in southern Rwanda

Kigali, May 1 (UNI) The remains of 2,073 victims of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda were accorded a befitting burial on Tuesday in the Ngoma Genocide Memorial in Southern Province.

#Over 2 #000 genocide victims receive dignified burial in southern Rwanda

Ex-Maharashtra DGP Sanjay Pandey will not contest LS polls

Mumbai May 1(UNI) Former Maharashtra top cop Sanjay Pandey on Wednesday announced he will not contest the Lok Sabha election as an independent candidate from the Mumbai North Central seat.

#Ex-Maharashtra DGP Sanjay Pandey will not contest LS polls

Lebanon reports outbreak of hepatitis A in eastern region

Beirut, May 1 (UNI) The Lebanese Ministry of Public Health reported Wednesday the outbreak of viral hepatitis in the West Bekaa region of eastern Lebanon, according to the National News Agency.

#Lebanon reports outbreak of hepatitis A in eastern region

J&K: SGCCI delegation calls on Lt Governor Sinha

Srinagar, May 1 (UNI) A delegation of Southern Gujarat Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SGCCI) called on Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha at Raj Bhawan here on Wednesday.

#J&K: SGCCI delegation calls on Lt Governor Sinha

UP: Woman commits suicide with minor son in Etawah

Eatwah (Uttar Pradesh), May 1 (UNI) A 25-year-old woman along with her five-year-old son jumped in front of a moving train at Bharthana railway station and committed suicide allegedly due to family discord on Wednesday, a senior police officer said here.

#UP: Woman commits suicide with minor son in Etawah



Cong will be extinct like dinosaurs: Rajnath

Badaun (UP), May 1 (UNI) Defence Minister and Lucknow Lok Sabha candidate for BJP Rajnath Singh on Wednesday said that Congress will cease to exist like dinosaurs in the next decade.

#Cong will be extinct like dinosaurs: Rajnath



Lone files nomination from Baramulla, says Kashmir deserve to be represented by different voice

Srinagar, May 1 (UNI) Separatist-turned-mainstream politician and Peoples Conference Chairman Sajad Lone on Wednesday filed his nomination paper from Baramulla Lok Sabha constituency in North Kashmir.

#Lone files nomination from Baramulla #says Kashmir deserve to be represented by different voice



No protection for anyone: Dr Parameshwara on Prajwal case

Bengaluru, May 1 (UNI) In a firm declaration here on Wednesday, Karnataka Home Minister Dr G Parameshwara emphasised that there would be no special treatment or protection afforded to anyone, including Hassan MP Prajwal Revanna, in connection with the ongoing investigation into the alleged sex scandal.

#No protection for anyone: Dr Parameshwara on Prajwal case



Directionless Congress has now turned leaderless as well: Yogi

Lucknow, May 1 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday said the Congress Party which had lost its direction soon after the Independence, has now turned "leaderless" as well.

#Directionless Congress has now turned leaderless as well: Yogi



Candidates for Amethi, Raebareli to be announced by tomorrow evening: Congress

New Delhi, May 1 (UNI) The Congress party on Wednesday, while stating that there was no delay in announcing the candidates for the prestigious Amethi and Raebareli seats of Uttar Pradesh, said the names will be announced by Thursday evening.

#Candidates for Amethi #Raebareli to be announced by tomorrow evening: Congress



BJP leader Manoj Tiwari files nomination from North-East Delhi

New Delhi, May 01 (UNI) BJP candidate from the North-East Delhi Lok Sabha constituency Manoj Tiwari on Wednesday filed his nomination paper.

#BJP leader Manoj Tiwari files nomination from North-East Delhi



Australia announces surprising squad for T20 WC defence

Melbourne, May 1 (UNI) In a surprising move, the 2021 T20 World Cup champions Australia have unveiled their squad for the upcoming tournament in the West Indies and the USA, leaving out seasoned players Steve Smith, Jason Behrendorff, and others.

#Australia announces surprising squad for T20 WC defence



Australia announces surprising squad for T20 WC defence

Melbourne, May 1 (UNI) In a surprising move, the 2021 T20 World Cup champions Australia have unveiled their squad for the upcoming tournament in the West Indies and the USA, leaving out seasoned players Steve Smith, Jason Behrendorff, and others.

#Australia announces surprising squad for T20 WC defence

J&K: Fire damages Pahalgam hotel, no injuries

Srinagar, May 1 (UNI) A hotel was partially damaged in fire at tourist haven Pahalgam in Jammu Kashmir’s Anantnag district on Wednesday.

#J&K: Fire damages Pahalgam hotel # no injuries

Nadda denounces religion-based quotas, flays Siddaramaiah's governance

Shivamogga (Karnataka), May 1 (UNI) BJP President JP Nadda has expressed staunch opposition to reservations based on religious lines, citing the views of Babasaheb Dr BR Ambedkar. He accused the opposition of attempting to divide India and claimed that their designs have been exposed.

#Nadda denounces religion-based quotas # flays Siddaramaiah's governance



Anurag Thakur accuses Cong govt of prior knowledge in Prajwal scandal

New Delhi, April 30 (UNI) Union Minister Anurag Thakur raised serious allegations on Tuesday, suggesting that the timing of the emergence of controversial video clips featuring NDA parliamentary candidate Prajwal Revanna indicates prior knowledge by the Congress government in Karnataka.

#Anurag Thakur accuses Cong govt of prior knowledge in Prajwal scandal



Shinde Sena announces MLA Yamini Jadhav as its candidate from Mumbai South LS seat

Mumbai, Apr 30 (UNI) Shiv Sena faction, led by the Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, on Tuesday announced MLA Yamini Jadhav as its candidate from the Mumbai South Lok Sabha seat.

#Shinde Sena announces MLA Yamini Jadhav as its candidate from Mumbai South LS seat



ECI announces deferment of polls on Anantnag-Rajouri Lok Sabha seat

Srinagar, Apr 30 (UNI) The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Tuesday announced the deferment of polls on Anantnag-Rajouri Lok Sabha seat. The constituency would go to polls now on May 25.

#ECI announces deferment of polls on Anantnag-Rajouri Lok Sabha seat



ECI announces deferment of polls on Anantnag-Rajouri Lok Sabha seat

Srinagar, Apr 30 (UNI) The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Tuesday announced the deferment of polls on Anantnag-Rajouri Lok Sabha seat. The constituency would go to polls now on May 25.

#ECI announces deferment of polls on Anantnag-Rajouri Lok Sabha seat

Israeli strikes on Lebanon killed 8 children, displaced 30K in past 6 months

Jerusalem, April 30 (UNI) Israeli airstrikes have been progressively hitting deeper and deeper into southern Lebanon since October, killing eight children and forcing thousands others to flee their homes, UNICEF estimates.

#Israeli strikes on Lebanon killed 8 children # displaced 30K in past 6 months

Kokilaben Hospital launches Arthrex Modular Glenoid System

Kolkata, Apr 30 (UNI) Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital has launched revolutionary technology, the Arthrex Modular Glenoid System with VIP (Virtual Implant Positioning), for shoulder replacement surgery in India.

#Kokilaben Hospital launches Arthrex Modular Glenoid System

GGSIPU embarks on academic collaboration with AGH University of Science and Technology, Poland

New Delhi, April 30 (UNI) In a significant stride towards fostering academic excellence and innovation, Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU) has inked a collaborative agreement with AGH University of Science and Technology, Poland.

#GGSIPU embarks on academic collaboration with AGH University of Science and Technology # Poland

Arunachal Guv urges officers to ensure optimum use of existing technologies

Itanagar, April 30 (UNI) Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt General (Retd) KT Parnaik called upon the officers and scientists of departments of Science & Technology and Information Technology to ensure optimal use of existing technologies on the ground, emphasizing that the departments’ data and information must be accessible to farmers, construction agencies and other people in need.

#Arunachal Guv urges officers to ensure optimum use of existing technologies

81 percent voter turnout in Manipur repoll

Imphal, April 30 (UNI) A voter turnout of 81 percent was recorded in the repolling held in six polling stations for the Outer Manipur (ST) Parliamentary constituency on Tuesday.

#81 percent voter turnout in Manipur repoll



Amit Shah accuses Mamata and her nephew of not attending Ram Lala consecration fearing vote banks

Wast Bardhaman (Bengal), Apr 30 (UNI) Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday accused the Congress, Communists and the TMC of constant opposition of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya for their alleged appeasement policy and said those party leaders despite being invited to attend the consecration ceremony of Ram Lal deity did not attend in apprehension of losing vote banks.

#Amit Shah accuses Mamata and her nephew of not attending Ram Lala consecration fearing vote banks



Jofra Archer returns as England announces squad for ICC Men''s T20 World Cup 2024

London, April 30 (UNI) After months of anticipation and speculation, England has unveiled its squad for the upcoming ICC Men''s T20 World Cup 2024, with the notable inclusion of fast bowler Jofra Archer marking his return to international cricket after a prolonged absence due to injury.

#Jofra Archer returns as England announces squad for ICC Men''s T20 World Cup 2024



Jofra Archer returns as England announces squad for ICC Men''s T20 World Cup 2024

London, April 30 (UNI) After months of anticipation and speculation, England has unveiled its squad for the upcoming ICC Men''s T20 World Cup 2024, with the notable inclusion of fast bowler Jofra Archer marking his return to international cricket after a prolonged absence due to injury.

#Jofra Archer returns as England announces squad for ICC Men''s T20 World Cup 2024



SA announce squad for T20 WC, Aiden Markram to lead

Johannesburg, April 30 (UNI) South Africa has revealed its 15-man squad for the upcoming ICC Men''s T20 World Cup 2024, marking Aiden Markram''s debut as the team''s skipper in an ICC event.

#SA announce squad for T20 WC #Aiden Markram to lead



SA announce squad for T20 WC, Aiden Markram to lead

Johannesburg, April 30 (UNI) South Africa has revealed its 15-man squad for the upcoming ICC Men''s T20 World Cup 2024, marking Aiden Markram''s debut as the team''s skipper in an ICC event.

#SA announce squad for T20 WC #Aiden Markram to lead

Prodigy Finance Announces Limited-Time Offer: Up to 3% Discount on Education Loan Rates



India announces squad for ICC Men''s T20 World Cup 2024

Mumbai, April 30 (UNI) The anticipation surrounding India’s campaign in the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 has reached a crescendo as the Senior Selection Committee revealed the nation’s 15-member squad for the prestigious tournament. Scheduled to be hosted in the West Indies and the USA, the tournament promises exhilarating cricketing action.

#India announces squad for ICC Men''s T20 World Cup 2024



India announces squad for ICC Men''s T20 World Cup 2024

Mumbai, April 30 (UNI) The anticipation surrounding India’s campaign in the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 has reached a crescendo as the Senior Selection Committee revealed the nation’s 15-member squad for the prestigious tournament. Scheduled to be hosted in the West Indies and the USA, the tournament promises exhilarating cricketing action.

#India announces squad for ICC Men''s T20 World Cup 2024



JK : Government not learnt any lessons from 2014 Kashmir floods: Omar Abdullah

Srinagar, Apr 30 (UNI) National Conference Vice President Omar Abdullah on Tuesday said the government has not learnt any lesson from the 2014 devastating floods.

#JK : Government not learnt any lessons from 2014 Kashmir floods: Omar Abdullah

Japan PM says will not dissolve parliament after party's failure in 3 by-elections

Tokyo, April 30 (UNI) Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said on Tuesday that he took his party''s failure in the three recent by-elections to the Japanese parliament''s lower house very seriously but was not planning to dissolve the legislature.

#Japan PM says will not dissolve parliament after party's failure in 3 by-elections



Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik files nomination from Hinjili Assembly Constituency

Bhubaneswar, April 30 (UNI) Biju Janata Dal Supremo and Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Tuesday filed his nomination papers from the Hinjili Assembly Constituency.

#Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik files nomination from Hinjili Assembly Constituency



UP: People will not accept INDI alliance''s bid to reduce quota for OBC, SC: Yogi

Gorakhpur, Apr 30 (UNI) Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday said that the people of the country will not accept the Congress, Samajwadi Party, and INDI alliance''s agenda to grant reservation to a specific religious group, thereby jeopardising the constitutional framework and encroaching upon the reservation meant for backward and scheduled castes.

#UP: People will not accept INDI alliance''s bid to reduce quota for OBC #SC: Yogi



LS Polls: Bansuri Swaraj files nomination from New Delhi Constituency

New Delhi, April 30 (UNI) Bharatiya Janata Party candidate Bansuri Swaraj on Tuesday filed her nomination papers from New Delhi Lok Sabha Constituency.

#LS Polls: Bansuri Swaraj files nomination from New Delhi Constituency

IIITH’s Raj Reddy Center for Technology receives funding from Centific for AI Project

Hyderabad, Apr 30 (UNI): Raj Reddy Center for Technology and Society (RCTS) at the International Institute of Information Technology Hyderabad (IIITH) has received funding of Rs 18 lakh approximately from Centific for its project on ''AI for Automated Malnutrition Detection''.

#IIITH’s Raj Reddy Center for Technology receives funding from Centific for AI Project

TN: Man beheads daughter for not ending illicit affair

Tirunelveli (Tamil Nadu), April 30 (UNI) In a shocking incident, a tender coconut vendor beheaded his 34-year-old daughter for refusing to end an extramarital affair with her kin at Palayamkottai in this Tamil Nadu district.

#TN: Man beheads daughter for not ending illicit affair



Himachal hills get heavy snowfall

Shimla, April 30 (UNI) Normal life has been affected in snowbound Lahaul Spiti district of Himachal Pradesh following three days of rain and snowfall.

#Himachal hills get heavy snowfall

B'desh calls for not applying AI in weapon system

Dhaka, April 30 (UNI) Bangladeshi Foreign Minister Hasan Mahmud has called on the international community not to apply Artificial Intelligence (AI) in weapon system.

#B'desh calls for not applying AI in weapon system



IOC promises innovation at Paris 2024 with help of AI

Geneva, April 30 (UNI) The International Olympic Committee announced Monday that the 2024 Paris Olympic and Paralympic Games will provide immersive and interactive on-site experiences with the help of AI-driven technologies.

#IOC promises innovation at Paris 2024 with help of AI

At least 20 killed in northern Peru bus accident

Lima, April 29 (UNI) At least 20 people were killed and over 10 others injured after a bus plunged into a ravine in northern Peru, local media reported Monday.

#At least 20 killed in northern Peru bus accident

With BJP not contesting, party asks people to vote in Kashmir to rule out dynastic politics

Srinagar, Apr 29 (UNI) With BJP not fielding any candidates from Kashmir, the party on Monday asked its cadres to tell the people to vote to rule out the dynastic politics of the National Conference, Congress, and Peoples Democratic Party.
J&K BJP president Ravinder Raina, said this while discussing the Parliament election strategy with party workers in Kashmir.

#With BJP not contesting # party asks people to vote in Kashmir to rule out dynastic politics

Snowfall in Lahaul Spiti district: 44 major and two NH close

Shimla, Apr 29 (UNI) Himachal Pradesh experienced intermittent rain and snowfall disrupting vehicular traffic in the Snowbound Lahaul Spiti district.

#Snowfall in Lahaul Spiti district: 44 major and two NH close

Telangana: 525 candidates remain in LS polls fray after nominations withdrawal

Hyderabad, April 29 (UNI) Following the final day for withdrawal of nominations on Monday, a total of 525 candidates are set to contest in the Lok Sabha elections scheduled for May 13.

#Telangana: 525 candidates remain in LS polls fray after nominations withdrawal

AI to boost global economy significantly in 10 years: Expert

Thiruvananthapuram, April 29 (UNI) The impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on the global economy will be USD 7 trillion to USD 15 trillion over a period of ten years, with Japan and the US calling the shots, according to Sree Sreenivasan, CEO and Co-founder, Digimentors.
Sreenivasan was speaking at a session on ‘AI: Beyond the Hype and Backlash,’ organised by Technopark-based global IT solutions provider Reflections Info Systems at Technopark here on Monday.

#AI to boost global economy significantly in 10 years: Expert

Amanna Raju appointed as Executive Chef of Novotel Hyd Airport

Hyderabad, April 29 (UNI) Novotel Hyderabad Airport (NHA), GMR Aerocity, Hyderabad, on Monday announced the appointment of Amanna Raju as its new Executive Chef.

#Amanna Raju appointed as Executive Chef of Novotel Hyd Airport

Odisha: Youth sent to jail for raping minor girl

Kendrapara, April 29 (UNI) Kendrapada town police arrested a 24-year-old youth on charges of raping an eight-year-old fellow village girl studying in class 3 at the local primary school.

#Odisha: Youth sent to jail for raping minor girl

Tripura BJP MLA gets notice for abusing BLO

Agartala, April 29 (UNI) The North Tripura District Election Officer served notice to a BJP MLA in Tripura''s Bagbasa Jadab Lal Nath for allegedly abusing a booth level officer on the day of the poll in the Tripura East Lok Sabha constituency on April 26, an official said here on Monday.

#Tripura BJP MLA gets notice for abusing BLO

HC orders CS to not allow use of MCC as an alibi for 'an unofficial pen-down strike'

Shimla, April 29 (UNI) In a landmark order issued today, the High Court of Himachal Pradesh reprimanded both the Himachal Pradesh University and the State of Himachal Pradesh for misusing the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) during elections.

#HC orders CS to not allow use of MCC as an alibi for 'an unofficial pen-down strike'

TPCC condemns Delhi Police notices to CM & Cong leaders over fake video

Hyderabad, April 29 (UNI) Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee (TPCC) Senior Vice President G Niranjan issued a strong condemnation on Monday against the Delhi Police''s action of serving notices to Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy and other Congress leaders in connection with a fabricated fake video case.

#TPCC condemns Delhi Police notices to CM & Cong leaders over fake video

IMF's Georgieva warns US economic growth 'unlikely to last'

Washington, April 29 (UNI) IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva warned on Monday that US economic growth is “unlikely to last.”



“Our World Economic Outlook shows the global economy converging back to a rather weak trend rate of growth.

#IMF's Georgieva warns US economic growth 'unlikely to last'



AIP files nomination of jailed leader engineer Rashid from Baramulla Lok Sabha seat

Srinagar, April 29 (UNI) The Awami Ittehad Party (AIP) on Monday filed nomination papers of its jailed leader Abdul Rasheed Sheikh aka Engineer Rasheed from Baramulla Lok Sabha seat.

#AIP files nomination of jailed leader engineer Rashid from Baramulla Lok Sabha seat

India’s youth have talent to take country to great heights- Odisha Governor

Bhubaneswar, Apr 29(UNI) India’s youth have the talent and ability to take the country to great heights with proper encouragement and guidance, Odisha Governor Raghubar Das said on Monday.

#India’s youth have talent to take country to great heights- Odisha Governor



Jailed AIP leader Rashid files nomination papers from Baramulla LS seat

Srinagar, April 29 (UNI) Jailed Awami Ittehad Party (AIP) leader Abdul Rasheed Sheikh aka Engineer Rasheed filed nomination papers from Baramulla Lok Sabha seat on Monday.

#Jailed AIP leader Rashid files nomination papers from Baramulla LS seat



Former JKUM MLA announces support for Apni Party candidate in Srinagar LS seat

Srinagar, April 29 (UNI) Former legislator Ishfaq Jabbar who is heading Jammu Kashmir United Movement (JKUM) on Monday announced to support the Apni Party candidate contesting the Srinagar Lok Sabha seat.

#Former JKUM MLA announces support for Apni Party candidate in Srinagar LS seat

Humza Yousaf announces resignation as Scotland's first minister

Edinburgh, April 29 (UNI) Scotland''s First Minister, Humza Yousaf, announced his resignation on Monday.

#Humza Yousaf announces resignation as Scotland's first minister



SC asks Delhi CM Kejriwal why he has not filed bail application before trial court

New Delhi, April 29 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Monday asked Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, who has been arrested in a money-laundering case related to the alleged excise policy scam, why he has not filed a bail application before the trial court.

#SC asks Delhi CM Kejriwal why he has not filed bail application before trial court

ICRA firm gets Sebi nod for providing ESG rating

New Delhi, April 29 (UNI) Credit-rating agency ICRA said on Monday that market regulator Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has granted its approval for registration of Pragati Development Consulting Services Ltd (PDCSL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of ICRA, as a Category-I ESG Rating Provider (ERP).

#ICRA firm gets Sebi nod for providing ESG rating

Hyd: Congress candidate pledges economic revival for Hyderabad constituency

Hyderabad, Apr 29 (UNI) Mohammed Waliullah Sameer, Hyderabad DCC President and Congress candidate for the Hyderabad Lok Sabha constituency, vowed to tackle unemployment and spur economic growth if elected. Sameer outlined plans to enhance infrastructure, attract investment, and ensure residents benefit from social welfare schemes during his campaign.

#Hyd: Congress candidate pledges economic revival for Hyderabad constituency

LS election :Cong announces names of 4 more candidates from Punjab

Jalandhar, April 29 (UNI) The Congress party on Monday released another list of 4 candidates from Punjab for the Lok Sabha election scheduled to be held on June 1.

#LS election :Cong announces names of 4 more candidates from Punjab



Smriti Irani files nomination from Amethi

Amethi (UP), April 29 (UNI) Union Minister and sitting MP Smriti Irani, who is seeking reelection for the second consecutive term, filed her nomination from the Amethi parliamentary constituency on Monday.

#Smriti Irani files nomination from Amethi



Odisha: Poll notification for 6 LS, 42 Assembly seats issued

Bhubaneswar, April 29 (UNI) The Election Commission of India issued a notification on Monday for elections in six Lok Sabha and 42 Assembly seats in Odisha in the third phase in the state that will see a total polling in four phases.

#Odisha: Poll notification for 6 LS #42 Assembly seats issued



LS polls : Cong announces names of four candidates from Punjab

New Delhi, April 29 (UNI) The Indian National Congress (INC) on Monday released a list of four candidates for the upcoming Lok Sabha election from Punjab.

#LS polls : Cong announces names of four candidates from Punjab



Mehbooba urges EC to not defer Anantnag-Rajouri LS polls

Srinagar, April 29 (UNI) Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chief and party candidate for the Anantnag-Rajouri Parliamentary Constituency Mehbooba Mufti on Monday urged the Election Commission to stick to the scheduled date of elections in the newly carved out Lok Sabha segment.

#Mehbooba urges EC to not defer Anantnag-Rajouri LS polls



Rajnath files nomination from Lucknow

Lucknow, April 29 (UNI) Defence Minister and local MP Rajnath Singh on Monday filed his nomination from Lucknow parliamentary constituency after taking out an impressive roadshow from the state headquarters of Bharatiya Janata Party.

#Rajnath files nomination from Lucknow



Indore Cong candidate Akshay Kanti Bam withdraws nomination

Indore, April 29 (UNI) Congress candidate from Indore Lok Sabha seat Akshay Kanti Bam withdrew his nomination on Monday.

#Indore Cong candidate Akshay Kanti Bam withdraws nomination

Cong nominee Akshay Kanti Bam withdraws candidature for Indore LS seat in MP

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#Cong nominee Akshay Kanti Bam withdraws candidature for Indore LS seat in MP

Glenmark Pharma gets FDA nod for Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen tablets

Mumbai, April 29 (UNI) Pharma major Glenmark Pharma on Monday said it has received final approval by the United States Food & Drug Administration (U.S. FDA) for Acetaminophen and Ibuprofen Tablets, 250 mg/125 mg (OTC), determined by the FDA to ben bioequivalent to Advil Dual Action with Acetaminophen Tablets, 250 mg/125 mg (OTC), of Haleon US Holdings, LLC.

#Glenmark Pharma gets FDA nod for Acetaminophen # Ibuprofen tablets



Airlines oppose EU plans to monitor non-CO2 emissions - Reports

Moscow, April 29 (UNI) International airlines have privately asked the European Union to ease plans to require the industry to monitor non-carbon dioxide emissions, the Financial Times newspaper reported, citing a letter from International Air Transport Association (IATA) Director General Willie Walsh.

#Airlines oppose EU plans to monitor non-CO2 emissions - Reports



Artificial intelligence should reduce diagnosis and treatment costs, says Guv Ramesh Bais

Mumbai, April 29 (UNI) Artificial intelligence technology is revolutionizing diagnosis and treatment. In particular, various types of cancer, heart disease, skin disease, and dentistry are undergoing transformational changes due to artificial intelligence.

#Artificial intelligence should reduce diagnosis and treatment costs #says Guv Ramesh Bais

Notification issued for the sixth phase of Lok Sabha elections

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#Notification issued for the sixth phase of Lok Sabha elections



Special activities in Mumbai city to increase voter turnout: EC

Mumbai, April 29 (UNI) Special activities are being implemented in the district under the guidance of Collector and District Election Officer Sanjay Yadav to increase the percentage of voting in the Mumbai city district in the Lok Sabha general election slated to be held on May 20.

#Special activities in Mumbai city to increase voter turnout: EC

LS Election: BJP is a threat to minorities: Aujla

Amritsar, Apr 28 (UNI) Congress Party candidate from Amritsar Lok Sabha constituency
Gurjit Singh Aujla said BJP is a threat to the minorities.

#LS Election: BJP is a threat to minorities: Aujla

Minor raped repeatedly by an elderly villager

Phagwara, Apr 28 (UNI) In a shocking incident a 13 years-old minor girl was allegedly
raped repeatedly by an elderly villager in Balalon village near Phagwara.

#Minor raped repeatedly by an elderly villager

Now Maldives bans sale of Indian spice brands MDH, Everest

Male/New Delhi, April 28 (UNI) Following bans in Singapore and Hong Kong, the Maldives has also banned the sale of popular Indian spice brands MDH and Everest for allegedly containing a cancer-causing pesticide, ethylene oxide.

#Now Maldives bans sale of Indian spice brands MDH # Everest

SAD President condoles demise of journo Sarabjit Pandher

Chadigarh, Apr 28 (UNI) Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) President Sukhbir Badal on Sunday condoled the demise of senior Journalist Sarabjit Pandher after a prolonged illness.

#SAD President condoles demise of journo Sarabjit Pandher



Modi hellbent on dividing society, has no moral right to continue as PM : Lalu

Patna, Apr 28 (UNI) RJD President Lalu Prasad on Sunday alleged that Prime Minister Narendra Modi was hell-bent on dividing society and spreading hatred,
so he had no moral right to continue as Prime Minister anymore.

#Modi hellbent on dividing society #has no moral right to continue as PM : Lalu



Smriti Irani visits Ayodhya temples before her nomination filing

Ayodhya (UP), April 28 (UNI) Union Minister Smriti Irani on Sunday worshipped Ram Lalla at the Ayodhya temple of Shri Ram Janmabhoomi and later paid obeisance at the famous Hanuman Garhi temple.

#Smriti Irani visits Ayodhya temples before her nomination filing



JK :Mehbooba appeals ECI not to defer elections in Anantnag-Rajouri LS seat

Srinagar, Apr 28 (UNI) Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) President Mehbooba Mufti on Sunday appealed to the Election Commission of India not to defer the Anantnag-Rajouri Parliament Lok Sabha elections on weather grounds as the people have their faith in the electoral process after a long time.

#JK :Mehbooba appeals ECI not to defer elections in Anantnag-Rajouri LS seat



J P Nadda accuses Cong and TMC of being soft on terrorism to satisfy minority

Baharampur, Apr 28 (UNI) BJP National President Jagat Prasad Nadda on Sunday accused the Congress and the TMC of being soft on terrorism to satisfy the minority and depriving the rights of Dalits, Adivasis and other backward people of the country.

#J P Nadda accuses Cong and TMC of being soft on terrorism to satisfy minority



Sports -AP-Jyoti Surekha-Governor

Vijayawada, Apr 28 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Governor S Abdul Nazeer has congratulated Ms. Jyothi Surekha Vennam for securing an impressive hat-trick of gold medals in individual and mixed team events at the ongoing Archery World Cup Stage 1 in Shanghai on Saturday.

#Sports -AP-Jyoti Surekha-Governor



Sports -AP-Jyoti Surekha-Governor

Vijayawada, Apr 28 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Governor S Abdul Nazeer has congratulated Ms. Jyothi Surekha Vennam for securing an impressive hat-trick of gold medals in individual and mixed team events at the ongoing Archery World Cup Stage 1 in Shanghai on Saturday.

#Sports -AP-Jyoti Surekha-Governor



Innovation & inspiration unveiled at Elysian and Synesthesia summit

New Delhi, April 28 (UNI) Creative minds converged at the University School of Design and Innovation (USDI) and the University School of Automation and Robotics (USAR) for a transformative three-day summit, encapsulating the essence of traditional and technical knowledge.

#Innovation & inspiration unveiled at Elysian and Synesthesia summit



14 injured in Israeli airstrike on S. Lebanon

Beirut, April 28 (UNI) At least 14 people were injured on Saturday in an Israeli airstrike on Lebanon''s southern town of Sarbin, Lebanese military sources told Xinhua.

#14 injured in Israeli airstrike on S. Lebanon

BJP not against caste census: Laxman

Hyderabad, April 27 (UNI) BJP OBC Morcha National president and MP K Laxman on Saturday said his party was not against any caste census but it needs a ‘thorough and scientific study.

#BJP not against caste census: Laxman

Lok Sabha election: 625 candidates' nominations found valid after scrutiny in Telangana

Hyderabad, April 27 (UNI) The nomination forms of 625 candidates in 17 Lok Sabha constituencies in Telangana, which will go to polls in the fourth phase on May 13, were declared valid after scrutiny, election authorities said on Saturday.

#Lok Sabha election: 625 candidates' nominations found valid after scrutiny in Telangana



No one has the guts to restore Article 370, repeal CAA: Modi

Kolhapur, April 27 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said no one has the guts to bring back Article 370 which was annulled by his goverment or repeal the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) passed during his tenure.

#No one has the guts to restore Article 370 #repeal CAA: Modi



Shivakumar slams Centre''s ''meagre'' drought relief, announces Cong protest

Bengaluru, April 27 (UNI) Karnataka''s Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar didn''t mince words in his criticism of the Centre''s response to the state''s drought crisis, labeling the allocated relief funds as "meagre" and grossly inadequate.

#Shivakumar slams Centre''s ''meagre'' drought relief #announces Cong protest



HP : Shrinking of Opposition not good for democracy - Shanta Kumar

Palampur Apr 27 ( UNI) Former Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Shanta Kumar on Saturday said the shrinking of opposition is not good for the health of democracy.

#HP : Shrinking of Opposition not good for democracy - Shanta Kumar



Fraser-Mcgurk knock thumps out MI in high-scoring thriller

New Delhi, April 27 (UNI) In a thrilling encounter at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi Capitals secured their second consecutive victory by defeating Mumbai Indians by 10 runs in a high-scoring contest.

#Fraser-Mcgurk knock thumps out MI in high-scoring thriller



Fraser-Mcgurk knock thumps out MI in high-scoring thriller

New Delhi, April 27 (UNI) In a thrilling encounter at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi Capitals secured their second consecutive victory by defeating Mumbai Indians by 10 runs in a high-scoring contest.

#Fraser-Mcgurk knock thumps out MI in high-scoring thriller

Ruling BJD announces candidates for three more Assembly seats, drops two sitting MLA

Bhubaneswar, Apr 27 (UNI) Two sitting BJD MLAs were denied party tickets on Saturday as party supremo Naveen Patnaik announced candidates for three Assembly seats in the eighth phase.

#Ruling BJD announces candidates for three more Assembly seats # drops two sitting MLA



No funds, no justice from BJP-led govt for Cyclone, flood relief: Stalin

Chennai, Apr 27 (UNI) Accusing the BJP-led NDA government at the Centre of deceiving the State
on grant of funds towards Cyclone and flood relief, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and DMK President M.K.Stalin on Saturday said there was no funds and no justice from the Centre.

#No funds #no justice from BJP-led govt for Cyclone #flood relief: Stalin



Mughal Road closed as rains lash Kashmir plains, snowfall in upper reaches

Srinagar, Apr 27 (UNI) Several areas in the higher reaches of Jammu and Kashmir received fresh snowfall while the plains were lashed by rain on Saturday, officials said.

#Mughal Road closed as rains lash Kashmir plains #snowfall in upper reaches



Mughal Road closed as rains lash Kashmir plains, snowfall in upper reaches

Srinagar, Apr 27 (UNI) Several areas in the higher reaches of Jammu and Kashmir received fresh snowfall while the plains were lashed by rain on Saturday, officials said.

#Mughal Road closed as rains lash Kashmir plains #snowfall in upper reaches

Manipur Governor presents life achievement award to film producer Nilamani

Imphal, Apr 27 (UNI) Governor of Manipur Anusuiya Uikey handed over the 15th Manipur State Film Awards, 2023 on Saturday at Palace Auditorium of Manipur State Film Development Society (MSFDS).

#Manipur Governor presents life achievement award to film producer Nilamani

Day temp above normal at many places over West Bengal & Bihar

Pune, Apr 27(UNI) Day temperatures were were markedly above normal (5.1°C or more) at a few places over Gangetic West Bengal and Bihar; at isolated places over sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim; appreciably above normal (3.1°C to 5.0°C) at many places over Rayalaseema; at a few places over Odisha, Telangana, Jharkhand and at isolated places over Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal and Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram and Tripura; above normal (1.6°C to 3.0°C) at a few
places over Chhattisgarh, Arunachal Pradesh; at isolated places over Coastal Andhra Pradesh and Yanam, Interior Karnataka, Konkan and Goa and Kerala and Mahe.

#Day temp above normal at many places over West Bengal & Bihar

Future workforce must be equipped to handle new challenges of AI technology- Sitharam

Bhubaneswar, Apr 27 (UNI) The future workforce must be equipped to adapt to the new challenges of Artificial Intelligence (AI), which has generated both hope and fear in the human mind, said Professor (Dr.) T.G. Sitharam, Chairman of the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), on Saturday.

#Future workforce must be equipped to handle new challenges of AI technology- Sitharam



Bengal records 75.5 pc turnout in second phase LS poll

Kolkata, Apr 27 (UNI) The three Lok Sabha constituencies of Darjeeling, Balurghat and Raiganj in North Bengal, which went to second phase polling on Friday, registered 75.5 per cent turnout.

#Bengal records 75.5 pc turnout in second phase LS poll

Future workforce must be equipped to handle new challenges of AI technology- Sitharam

Bhubaneswar, Apr 27 (UNI) The future workforce must be equipped to adapt to the new challenges of Artificial Intelligence (AI), which has generated both hope and fear in the human mind, said Professor (Dr.) T.G. Sitharam, Chairman of the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), on Saturday.

#Future workforce must be equipped to handle new challenges of AI technology- Sitharam

Lahaul Spiti & Kinnaur receives fresh snowfall

Shimla, Apr 27 (UNI) Lahaul Spiti and Kinnaur district of Himachal Pradesh received a fresh spell of snowfall and the state got widespread rain on Saturday.

#Lahaul Spiti & Kinnaur receives fresh snowfall

No change in Constitution, INDIA trying to break country's unity: Sunil Tatkare

Dapoli, Apr 27 (UNI) Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) President and Raigad Lok Sabha Constituency candidate MP Sunil Tatkare on Saturday said that, people should be aware of the so-called ''INDIA'' alliance as they are trying to create unnecessary rift in the country''s unity and pollute the social environment.

#No change in Constitution # INDIA trying to break country's unity: Sunil Tatkare

SL economy stabilised with currency appreciated against USD

Colombo, April 27 (UNI) Sri Lankan State Minister of Finance Shehan Semasinghe said on Saturday the country''s economy has stabilised, with the local currency appreciating from 360 in 2022 to 300 against one U.S. dollar at the moment.

#SL economy stabilised with currency appreciated against USD

Mamata suffers minor injuries

Kolkata, Apr 27 (UNI) West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee suffered minor injuries when she slipped and fell inside a helicopter in Durgapur on Saturday.

#Mamata suffers minor injuries

Horizon Industrial Parks announces ground-breaking of its 2nd logistics park in Pune

Pune, April 27 (UNI) Horizon Industrial Parks, a portfolio of Grade A logistics parks in India owned by Blackstone Real Estate funds, has announced the groundbreaking of its second logistics park in Pune, Chakan.

#Horizon Industrial Parks announces ground-breaking of its 2nd logistics park in Pune

Afghan police destroy poppy fields in northern province

Pul-e-Khurmi, Afghanistan, April 27 (UNI) Afghan counter-narcotics police have smashed poppy on eight acres of land in north Afghanistan''s Baghlan province, a statement of the provincial police office said on Saturday.

#Afghan police destroy poppy fields in northern province



Srinagar boat capsize tragedy: Another boy’s body found, death toll mounts to 8

Srinagar, April 27 (UNI) Twelve days after the boat capsized in Srinagar, a minor boy’s body was retrieved from the river Jhelum on Friday, taking the death toll in the incident to eight, officials said.

#Srinagar boat capsize tragedy: Another boy’s body found #death toll mounts to 8



3 killed after building collapses in north Nigeria

Abuja, April 27 (UNI) At least three people were killed and two others injured after a three-storey building under construction collapsed in Nigeria''s northern state of Kano on Friday, authorites said.

#3 killed after building collapses in north Nigeria

Notices issued to 3 Independent MLAs for defying anti-defection law

Shimla, Apr 26 (UNI) The political drama in Himachal Pradesh took a decisive turn on Friday when Assembly Speaker Kuldeep Singh Pathania issued notices to three Independent MLAs for allegedly defying anti-defection law by joining BJP recently.

#Notices issued to 3 Independent MLAs for defying anti-defection law

Will hold leaders involved in killings of innocent people accountable if voted to power: Altaf Bukhari

Srinagar, Apr 26 (UNI) Apni Party President Altaf Bukhari on Friday asserted that it will hold regional parties and their leaders accountable for their involvement in the killings of innocent people when it comes to power in Jammu and Kashmir.

#Will hold leaders involved in killings of innocent people accountable if voted to power: Altaf Bukhari

Traitors who fled to Guwahati have no right to speak on Rahul Gandhi: Nana Patole

Mumbai, April 26 (UNI) Maharashtra Pradesh Congress chief Nana Patole on Friday claimed that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and its allies have become paranoid fearing defeat in the Lok Sabha polls and have touched a new low in criticising the Congress and INDIA bloc.

#Traitors who fled to Guwahati have no right to speak on Rahul Gandhi: Nana Patole



Kerala records 70.35 % voter turnout in Lok Sabha election

Thiruvananthapuram, April 26 (UNI) Kerala recorded 70.35 percent polling in the single phase Lok Sabha election covering all 20 constituencies on Friday.

#Kerala records 70.35 % voter turnout in Lok Sabha election

Honorary DLitt to Prof Dr Vishwanath Karad from US varsity

Pune, Apr 26 (UNI) Prof Dr Vishwanath D Karad, founder-president of MIT World Peace University, Pune and a renowned educationist of India, was conferred with Honorary D Litt by the Brigham Young University (BYU), Utah, USA for his exemplary lifelong work in the field of education and service to humanity.

#Honorary DLitt to Prof Dr Vishwanath Karad from US varsity

Aproximately 68.38% voter turnout recorded by 11 pm in Karnataka''s first phase of polling

Bengaluru, April 26 (UNI) In the inaugural phase of the Lok Sabha elections in Karnataka, a notable surge in voter turnout characterised the electoral landscape across 14 constituencies on Friday.

#Aproximately 68.38% voter turnout recorded by 11 pm in Karnataka''s first phase of polling



Tripura record 80.32 % voter turnout amidst boycott by 1700 voters

Agartala, April 26 (UNI) East Tripura Parliamentary constituency on Friday recorded 80.32% voter turnout, despite a boycott by around 1700 voters in the state.

#Tripura record 80.32 % voter turnout amidst boycott by 1700 voters



Nearly 61 pc voter turnout recorded in phase-II general election

New Delhi, April 26 (UNI) Over 60 percent of nearly 16 crore voters exercised their democratic rights across 88 parliamentary constituencies in the second of the seven-phase general election on Friday,
"Polling in the second phase of General Elections 2024 which commenced at 7 AM today simultaneously across 88 PCs recorded an approximate voter turnout of 60.96% as of 7 PM," apex poll body Election Commission of India (ECI) said in a media release.

#Nearly 61 pc voter turnout recorded in phase-II general election

Tirupati: Need to increase digital technologies usage in preserving precious manuscripts: VP

Tirupati (Andhra Pradesh), Apr 26 (UNI) Vice President, Jagdeep Dhankhar on Friday expressed the need for increased usage of digital technologies in the preservation of precious ancient manuscripts.

#Tirupati: Need to increase digital technologies usage in preserving precious manuscripts: VP



India, South Korea discuss developments in nuclear non-proliferation

New Delhi, April 26 (UNI) India and South Korea on Friday discussed developments in the field of disarmament and non-proliferation relating to nuclear, chemical and biological domains, besides other matters.

#India #South Korea discuss developments in nuclear non-proliferation



Bengal witnesses peaceful second phase LS polling ; Around 72 pc turnout

Kolkata, Apr 26 (UNI) Barring an incident involving BJP state president Sukanta Majumder, the second phase Lok Sabha election to three seats of Darjeeling, Balurghat and Raiganj in North Bengal districts passed off peacefully on Friday with an estimated 71.72 per cent of over 51,17,955 electorate exercising their franchise.

#Bengal witnesses peaceful second phase LS polling ; Around 72 pc turnout

Telangana Heritage Dept. inks MoU with Noor Microfilm to preserve manuscripts beyond 100 years

Hyderabad, Apr 26 (UNI): Telangana State Heritage Department has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Noor Microfilm International Centre here on Friday to preserve the priceless manuscripts beyond 100 years.

#Telangana Heritage Dept. inks MoU with Noor Microfilm to preserve manuscripts beyond 100 years



Voting ends in Manipur with 76 percent turnout

Imphal, Apr 26 UNI (UNI) Voting for the Outer Manipur LS seat has come to an end with a 76 percent turnout on Friday.

#Voting ends in Manipur with 76 percent turnout

Kerala Blasters FC part ways with head coach Ivan Vukomanovic

Kochi, April 26 (UNI) Indian Super League (ISL) outfit Kerala Blasters FC have announced the mutual departure of head coach Ivan Vukomanovic.

#Kerala Blasters FC part ways with head coach Ivan Vukomanovic

Gunmen kill 4 fishermen in Cameroon's Far North region

Yaoundé, April 26 (UNI) Gunmen have killed at least four fishermen in a raid at a river in Waza, situated in Lake Chad in Cameroon''s Far North Region, local and security sources said on Friday.

#Gunmen kill 4 fishermen in Cameroon's Far North region

Maha: around 53 pc voter turnout in 8 LS seats of Maha till 1700 hrs

Mumbai, Apr 26 (UNI) An estimated 53.51 per cent of over 1.49 crore voters in eight Lok Sabha constituencies of Vidarbha and Marathwada regions of Maharashtra exercised their right to vote in second phase of Lok Sabha elections till 1700 hrs on Friday.

#Maha: around 53 pc voter turnout in 8 LS seats of Maha till 1700 hrs

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

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

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



Kerala records 69.04 pc voter turnout till 6:45 pm

Thiruvananthapuram, April 26 (UNI) Kerala recorded 69.04 percent polling till 6.45 pm, even as long queues were witnessed in several booths in all the 20 Lok Sabha constituencies indicating that that polling percentage can cross 72 percent.

#Kerala records 69.04 pc voter turnout till 6:45 pm

Kashmir boat capsize: Body of a minor retrieved after 11 days from river Jhelum in Srinagar

Srinagar, Apr 26 (UNI) The Body of a minor boy, who was among the three persons missing after a boat carrying several persons including students capsized in River Jhelum at Gandbal areas of Srinagar on April 16, was retrieved on Friday.

#Kashmir boat capsize: Body of a minor retrieved after 11 days from river Jhelum in Srinagar

JK :Rains lash plains; light snowfall on higher reaches of Kashmir

Srinagar, Apr 26 (UNI) Kashmir plains experienced rains while some higher reaches received a fresh light snowfall bringing down the day temperature and disrupting normal life on Friday.

#JK :Rains lash plains; light snowfall on higher reaches of Kashmir



BJP does not want Delhi to have a Dalit Mayor, cancels MCD election: AAP

New Delhi, April 26 (UNI) The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Friday of preventing Delhi from having a Dalit mayor, alleging that the anti-Dalit BJP conspired to cancel the election of MCD mayor through the Lieutenant Governor.

#BJP does not want Delhi to have a Dalit Mayor #cancels MCD election: AAP

Day temp above normal at many places over Bengal

Pune, April 26 (UNI) Day temperatures were markedly above normal (5.1°C or more) at many places over West Bengal and Sikkim; at isolated places over Bihar and Odisha; appreciably above normal (3.1°C to 5.0°C) at a few places over Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram and Tripura, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and
Karaikal and Kerala and Mahe; at isolated places over Assam and Meghalaya, east Uttar Pradesh and Telangana; above normal (1.6°C to 3.0°C) at most places over coastal Andhra Pradesh and Yanam and Rayalaseema; at many places over Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, Gilgit, Baltistan, Muzaffarabad; at a few places over Chhattisgarh and Lakshadweep; at isolated places over Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, west Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Jharkhand, Saurashtra and Kutch, Vidarbha, Konkan and Goa and Andaman and Nicobar Islands and near normal over rest parts of the country. Yesterday, the highest maximum temperature of 44.0°C was reported at Kothagudem (Telangana) over the country.

#Day temp above normal at many places over Bengal



Karnataka records 63.90 pc voter turnout by 5 pm

Bengaluru, April 26 (UNI) The ongoing Lok Sabha elections in Karnataka witnessed a significant 63.90% voter turnout by 5 pm, as per data released by the Election Commission of India.

#Karnataka records 63.90 pc voter turnout by 5 pm



67.22 pc turnout till 5 pm in Jammu-Reasi Constituency

Jammu, April 26 (UNI) The Jammu Parliamentary Constituency on Friday has witnessed an overall 67.22 percent voting till 5 pm with enthusiastic voters still waiting for their turn to exercise their franchise.

#67.22 pc turnout till 5 pm in Jammu-Reasi Constituency

....ECONOMY-TELANGANA CII TWO LAST HYDERABAD

Established in 1895, CII is a non-governmental, not-for-profit organization comprising over 9,000 members from both private and public sectors, including SMEs and MNCs, with an indirect membership of around 300,000 enterprises through national and regional sectoral industry bodies.

#....ECONOMY-TELANGANA CII TWO LAST HYDERABAD

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

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

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

2026 FIBA Women's WC Pre-Qualifying Tournaments draw announced

Mies, Switzerland, April 26 (UNI) The draw of the 2026 Women''s World Cup Pre-Qualifying Tournaments was held here on Thursday at the headquarters of the International Basketball Federation (FIBA).

#2026 FIBA Women's WC Pre-Qualifying Tournaments draw announced

Calleri, Castro on target as Sao Paulo eyes Copa Libertadores knockout stage

Guayaquil, April 26 (UNI) Jonathan Calleri and Alisson Castro scored in each half as Sao Paulo edged closer toward a berth in the Copa Libertadores knockout stage with a 2-0 win at Barcelona
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#Calleri # Castro on target as Sao Paulo eyes Copa Libertadores knockout stage

Bihar: "Bharat ready to take a leap to become the third largest economic power: Modi

Araria, Apr 25 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that Bharat is all set to leap to become the third largest economic power in the world and added that the nation would make stronger decisions in the interest of the people and the country during his third term.

#Bihar: "Bharat ready to take a leap to become the third largest economic power: Modi



57.76 pc voter turnout in Jammu-Reasi Constituency till 3 pm

Jammu, April 26 (UNI) The Jammu-Reasi Parliamentary Constituency recorded 57.76 percent turnout till 3 pm with highest 65.78 percent in Akhnoor segment.

#57.76 pc voter turnout in Jammu-Reasi Constituency till 3 pm



Sensex nosedives 609.28 pts

Mumbai, April 26 (UNI) Snapping a winning streak of last five sessions, the BSE Sensex on Friday, the last session of the week, tanked 609.28 pts to settle at 73730.16 amid mixed global cues.

#Sensex nosedives 609.28 pts



Karnataka records 50.93 pc voter turnout by 3 pm

Bengaluru, April 26 (UNI) As the Lok Sabha elections unfold in Karnataka, the Election Commission of India on Friday reported an overall voter turnout of 50.93 percent by 3 pm, with Dakshina Kannada emerging as the frontrunner with a robust 58.76 percent participation rate.

#Karnataka records 50.93 pc voter turnout by 3 pm



BJP nominee Debashis Dhar will come out clear and contest election from Birbhum : Shamik

Kolkata, apr 26 (UNI) BJP spokesperson Shamik Bhattacharya on Friday expressed confidence that party candidate Debashis Dhar will come out clear and contest the election from Birbhum Lok Sabha seat.

#BJP nominee Debashis Dhar will come out clear and contest election from Birbhum : Shamik

T-Hub to hold Defence and Aerospace Innovation summit in Hyderabad on May 1

Hyderabad, Apr 26 (UNI) T-Hub, India’s leading startup incubator, is organizing the Defence and Aerospace Innovation Summit (DAIS) here on May 1.

#T-Hub to hold Defence and Aerospace Innovation summit in Hyderabad on May 1



54.26 pc turnout at 1 PM in Manipur

Imphal, Apr 26 (UNI) Outer Manipur recorded 54.26 per cent polling till 1 PM on Friday.

#54.26 pc turnout at 1 PM in Manipur

Haryana Governor to present Yudhvir Foundation Memorial Award to Sridevi Prasad

Hyderabad, Apr 26 (UNI) Haryana Governor Bandaru Dattatreya will present the 31st Yudhvir Foundation Memorial Award to Sridevi Prasad of Shankar Foundation, here on April 30 for her uncompromising commitment to quality rehabilitation services and empowering the lives of people with special needs.

#Haryana Governor to present Yudhvir Foundation Memorial Award to Sridevi Prasad

KKR aim for another victory at home as they clash against PBKS

Kolkata, April 26 (UNI) Days after an iconic nail-biting victory over RCB, the Kolkata Knight Riders
are all set to take on the Punjab Kings on Friday night as they look to bag another 2 points and inch closer towards playoff qualification.

#KKR aim for another victory at home as they clash against PBKS



Rajasthan: 40.39 pc voter turnout till 1 pm

Jaipur, April 26 (UNI) Around 40.39 per cent of 2.80 crore voters exercised their franchise in the first six hours of Lok Sabha elections from 13 seats of Rajasthan amid tight security arrangements on Friday.

#Rajasthan: 40.39 pc voter turnout till 1 pm



Over 42.88 pc voter turnout till 1 pm in Jammu-Reasi

Jammu, April 26 (UNI) With 52.68 per cent voting, Reasi segment showed highest turnout till 1 pm in the Jammu-Reasi Parliamentary Constituency that recorded an overall 42.88 per cent voting in the Phase-2 of the Lok Sabha polls with 17.8 lakh voters deciding the fate of 22 candidates.

#Over 42.88 pc voter turnout till 1 pm in Jammu-Reasi



Rajasthan records over 40 pc voter turnout till 1 pm

Jaipur, April 26 (UNI) Over 40 percent voter turnout was recorded in the second phase of Lok Sabha elections in Rajasthan until 1 p.m. on Friday.

#Rajasthan records over 40 pc voter turnout till 1 pm



Maruti Suzuki gets show-cause notice from Legal Metrology dept

New Delhi, April 26 (UNI) The country''s leading carmaker Maruti Suzuki India on Friday said that it has received a show-cause notice from the Legal Metrology office in Rishikesh, Uttarakhand.

#Maruti Suzuki gets show-cause notice from Legal Metrology dept



Karnataka logs 38.23 pc voter turnout by 1 pm

Bengaluru, April 26 (UNI) Dakshina Kannada emerged as frontrunner with a robust 48.10 per cent participation rate by voters as the Election Commission on Friday reported an overall voter turnout of 38.23 per cent voting in Karnataka till 1 pm.

#Karnataka logs 38.23 pc voter turnout by 1 pm



Odisha: 39 candidates file nominations for 4 LS seats, 266 for 28 Assembly seats

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

#Odisha: 39 candidates file nominations for 4 LS seats #266 for 28 Assembly seats

IDF says struck targets in Lebanon

Jerusalem, April 26 (UNI) The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said it struck targets in Lebanon after missile launches from there.

#IDF says struck targets in Lebanon



31.06 pc voter turnout till noon in Kerala

Thiruvananthapuram, April 26 (UNI) As brisk polling continues in all the 20 Lok Sabha constituencies in Kerala, 31.06 percent voter turnout was recorded till noon on Friday.

#31.06 pc voter turnout till noon in Kerala



Over 25.93 pc turnout till 11 AM in Jammu-Reasi Constituency

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

#Over 25.93 pc turnout till 11 AM in Jammu-Reasi Constituency



Karnataka records 22.3 pc voter turnout by 11 am

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

#Karnataka records 22.3 pc voter turnout by 11 am



33.22 pc voter turnout till 11 am in Manipur

Imphal, April 26 (UNI) Polling process picked speed in Outer Manipur Lok Sabha constituency after 9 am on Friday as 33.22 per cent voter turnout was recorded till 11 am compared to less than 15 per cent polling in the first two hours, as per Election Commission officials here.

#33.22 pc voter turnout till 11 am in Manipur



Manipur: Around 14.50 pc voter turnout till 9 am

Imphal, April 26 (UNI) Around 14.50 pc of 4.84 lakh voters in Outer Manipur exercised their franchise in the first two hours of Lok Sabha elections across eight districts till 9 am on Friday.

#Manipur: Around 14.50 pc voter turnout till 9 am



Raj: Around 11.77 pc voter turnout till 9 am

Jaipur, April 26 (UNI) Around 11.77 per cent of 2.80 crore voters exercised their franchise in the first two hours of Lok Sabha elections from 13 seats of Rajasthan amid tight security arrangement on Friday.

#Raj: Around 11.77 pc voter turnout till 9 am



Kerala records 16 pc voter turnout till 10 am

Thiruvananthapuram, April 26 (UNI) As brisk polling continues, Kerala recorded 16per cent voter turnout till 10 am on Friday.

#Kerala records 16 pc voter turnout till 10 am



Jammu-Reasi sees above 10.39 pc voter turnout till 9 am

Jammu, April 26 (UNI) In the first two hours of polling across Jammu Parliamentary Constituency on Friday, it was Akhnoor that saw maximum voter turnout so far in the second phase of Lok Sabha elections as 10.39 per cent of nearly 18 lakh voters cast their votes, the office of Chief Election Officer, J&K, said.

#Jammu-Reasi sees above 10.39 pc voter turnout till 9 am

Nearly third of children in Gaza malnourished

Washington, April 26 (UNI) Nearly a third of the children in northern Gaza are severely undernourished, while about a quarter of the population in southern Gaza is facing the consequences of the worsening humanitarian situation in the Palestinian enclave amid Israel’s military operation against Hamas, a senior Biden administration official said.

#Nearly third of children in Gaza malnourished



LS polls: Karnataka records 9 pc overall turnout till 9 am

Bengaluru, April 26 (UNI) The Election Commission of India on Friday released preliminary figures indicating a diverse voter turnout across Karnataka in the ongoing elections.

#LS polls: Karnataka records 9 pc overall turnout till 9 am

Cong has no alliance with any party in Telangana: Shabbir Ali

Hyderabad, Apr 25 (UNI) Advisor to Telangana Government and former minister Mohammed Ali Shabbir on Thursday made it clear the Congress has no alliance with any party, including Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (MIM), in Telangana in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections.

#Cong has no alliance with any party in Telangana: Shabbir Ali

Cong govt In Telangana now Delhi’s ATM: Amit Shah

Siddipet (Telangana), April 25 (UNI) Union Minister for Home Amit Shah on Thursday alleged that the Congress Government in Telangana has become Delhi’s ATM after coming to power in the state recently.

#Cong govt In Telangana now Delhi’s ATM: Amit Shah

Maha: Five Mahayuti candidates file nominations for 4th phase of LS polls

Mumbai, Apr 25 (UNI) Five candidates of Mahayuti filed the nomination papers in different parts of Maharashtra on last day of filing of nominations on Thursday for the fourth phase of the Lok Sabha elections scheduled to be held in mid-May.

#Maha: Five Mahayuti candidates file nominations for 4th phase of LS polls

J&K: Road caves in at Ramban's Pernote, dozens of houses develop cracks

Jammu, April 25 (UNI) At least five kilometers of road caved in developing cracks in dozens of houses in the Pernote area on Ramban-Gool Road in Ramban district of Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday.

#J&K: Road caves in at Ramban's Pernote # dozens of houses develop cracks



SC to pronounce judgement on EVM-VVPAT 100% verification Friday

New Delhi, Apr 26 (UNI) The Supreme Court will pronounce judgment tomorrow on a batch of petitions seeking 100% verification of the votes recorded in the Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) with the Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail (VVPAT) slips.

#SC to pronounce judgement on EVM-VVPAT 100% verification Friday



39 nominations filed for Srinagar LS seat

Srinagar, April 25 (UNI) As many as 39 candidates have filed their papers for the Srinagar parliamentary constituency, where the filing of nominations closed on Thursday.

#39 nominations filed for Srinagar LS seat

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Astonishing to see Farooq and Omar not being brought to justice: Sajad Lone

Srinagar, Apr 25 (UNI) J&K Peoples Conference President Sajad Lone continues to take a dig at the National Conference, accusing its leaders of “fueling a polarizing and inflammatory narrative” through digital media, “benefitting” the BJP across the country while endangering the well-being of Muslim community members.

#Astonishing to see Farooq and Omar not being brought to justice: Sajad Lone



SAD chief Badal slams Mann for not lifting wheat from mandis

Muktsar, April 25 (UNI) Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) President Sukhbir Singh Badal on Thursday said
after denying compensation to farmers, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann was sprinkling salt on their wounds by not lifting their hard earned wheat produce, resulting in complete clogging of all grain markets in the
state.

#SAD chief Badal slams Mann for not lifting wheat from mandis

Knowledge given by saints must be used to address developmental challenges: Mishra

Lucknow, Apr 25 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Secretary Durga Shankar Mishra on Thursday said the extensive knowledge imparted by the sages must be used to address contemporary developmental challenges.

#Knowledge given by saints must be used to address developmental challenges: Mishra



IIT-Madras announces top 25 teams for Carbon Zero challenge

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

#IIT-Madras announces top 25 teams for Carbon Zero challenge

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

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

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

Day temp above normal at many places over Sub-Himalayan

Pune, April 25 (UNI) Day temperatures were markedly above normal(5.1°C or more) at many places over Sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim; at isolated places over Bihar, Gangetic West Bengal and Assam and Meghalaya; appreciably above normal (3.1°C to 5.0°C) at isolated places over Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram and Tripura, Arunachal Pradesh and Jharkhand; above normal (1.6°C to 3.0°C) at many places over coastal Andhra Pradesh and Yanam, Rayalaseema, south interior Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal and Kerala and Mahe; at isolated places over east Uttar Pradesh, Odisha and Telangana. These were below normal (-1.6°C to -3.0°C) at isolated places over Vidarbha and east Madhya Pradesh and near normal over rest parts of the country. Yesterday, the highest maximum temperature of 43.7°C was reported at Anantapur
(Rayalaseema) over the country.

#Day temp above normal at many places over Sub-Himalayan

Mizoram civil societies urge Myanmar refugees to respect Indian laws and social norms

Aizawl, Apr 25 (UNI) Tens of thousands of Myanmar refugees, who have found shelter in Mizoram, are being urged to adhere to Indian laws and local customs by civil societies and student organizations within the state, which had previously provided assistance in the form of shelter, food, medicine, and other necessities.

#Mizoram civil societies urge Myanmar refugees to respect Indian laws and social norms



JK: LS election: SSP Kulgam, CAPF Nodal officer take stock of arrangements in Kulgam

Srinagar, Apr 25 (UNI) Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), Kulgam Sahil Sarangal along with Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) on Thursday visited various camping locations in the district to take stock of arrangements made for the forthcoming Lok Sabha elections.

#JK: LS election: SSP Kulgam #CAPF Nodal officer take stock of arrangements in Kulgam



NDA govt works for corporate and have no concerns for poor: Kharge writes to PM Modi

New Delhi, April 25 (UNI) Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on Thursday wrote a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi accusing his government of working only for the corporate and having no concerns for the poor and dispossessed.

#NDA govt works for corporate and have no concerns for poor: Kharge writes to PM Modi

BSP announces two more candidates for LS Election in Punjab

Hoshiarpur, Apr 25 (UNI) The Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) on Thursday announced two more party candidates for the upcoming Lok Sabha election in Punjab.

#BSP announces two more candidates for LS Election in Punjab



EC issues notice to BJP, Congress over violation of MCC; seeks reply by April 29

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

#EC issues notice to BJP #Congress over violation of MCC; seeks reply by April 29



UP : Akhilesh Yadav files nomination from Kannauj seat

Kannauj (UP), Apr 25 (UNI) Samajwadi Party (SP) President Akhilesh Yadav on Thursday filed his nomination papers from Kannauj parliamentary seat.

#UP : Akhilesh Yadav files nomination from Kannauj seat

Trend Micro's Risk to Resilience Kolkata event: Setting stage for cybersecurity innovation

Kolkata, Apr 25 (UNI) Trend Micro, a global leader in cybersecurity solutions, marked the beginning of its Risk to Resilience World Tour in India with an impactful event in Kolkata on Thursday.

#Trend Micro's Risk to Resilience Kolkata event: Setting stage for cybersecurity innovation



JK : NC''s Ruhullah files nomination from Srinagar

Srinagar, Apr 25 (UNI) Influential Shia leader and National Conference candidate Aga Ruhullah on Thursday filed nomination papers from the Srinagar Lok Sabha seat.

#JK : NC''s Ruhullah files nomination from Srinagar

Trend Micro's Risk to Resilience Kolkata event: Setting stage for cybersecurity innovation

Kolkata, Apr 25 (UNI) Trend Micro, a global leader in cybersecurity solutions, marked the beginning of its Risk to Resilience World Tour in India with an impactful event in Kolkata on Friday.

#Trend Micro's Risk to Resilience Kolkata event: Setting stage for cybersecurity innovation



Pakistan stalwart Bismah Maroof announces shock international retirement

Karachi, April 25 (UNI) Former Pakistan Women''s team captain Bismah Maroof announced her retirement from all forms of cricket with immediate effect.

#Pakistan stalwart Bismah Maroof announces shock international retirement



Pakistan stalwart Bismah Maroof announces shock international retirement

Karachi, April 25 (UNI) Former Pakistan Women''s team captain Bismah Maroof announced her retirement from all forms of cricket with immediate effect.

#Pakistan stalwart Bismah Maroof announces shock international retirement

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Tata Motors accelerates innovation: record 222 patents filed and 333 grants secured in FY24

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

#Tata Motors accelerates innovation: record 222 patents filed and 333 grants secured in FY24

Technology Sector Dominates Job Market for Graduates: A Study by Prodigy Finance (2022)

Tripura BJP serves notice to its VP for criticising ally TIPRA Motha founder

Agartala, April 25 (UNI) A day before the crucial election to Tripura East (tribal reserved) parliamentary constituency, BJP State President Rajib Bhattacharjee on Thursday served a show-cause notice to the party’s Vice President Patal Kanya Jamatia for her adverse statement against TIPRA Motha founder and royal scion Pradyot Kishore Debbarman.

#Tripura BJP serves notice to its VP for criticising ally TIPRA Motha founder



Rain, snow over J&K during next 3 days: MeT

Srinagar, April 25 (UNI) Meteorological Centre Srinagar on Thursday predicted light to moderate rain and snow over Jammu and Kashmir during the next 3 days.

#Rain #snow over J&K during next 3 days: MeT



ECoR offers economy meals for passengers at nine stations in summer

Bhubaneswar, April 25 (UNI) The East Coast Railway (ECoR) will provide economy meals at nine important stations across its jurisdiction in the summer.

#ECoR offers economy meals for passengers at nine stations in summer

SC issues contempt notice to DDA Vice-Chairman for unauthorised tree felling

New Delhi, April 24 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Wednesday issued a show cause notice to the vice-chairman of Delhi Development Authority (DDA) for the felling of more than 1000 trees for the construction of an approach road between Chattarpur Road and SAARC University near Maidan Garhi.

#SC issues contempt notice to DDA Vice-Chairman for unauthorised tree felling

SC issues contempt notice to DDA vice-chairman for unauthorised tree felling

New Delhi, Apr 24 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Wednesday issued a show-cause notice to the vice-chairman of Delhi Development Authority (DDA) for the felling of more than 1,000 trees for construction of an approach road between Chattarpur Road and SAARC University near Maidan Garhi, New Delhi.

#SC issues contempt notice to DDA vice-chairman for unauthorised tree felling

Deve Gowda likens Rahul Gandhi's economic ideas to Maoist leader's approach

Bengaluru, April 24 (UNI) Former Prime Minister and Janata Dal (Secular) leader, HD Deve Gowda, has slammed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi''s economic proposals, likening them to the ideas of a Maoist leader.

#Deve Gowda likens Rahul Gandhi's economic ideas to Maoist leader's approach

Meghalaya police nabs two in connection with murder of two non tribals

Shillong, April 24 (UNI) Meghalaya police have arrested two persons in connection with the Ichamati and Mawlai Mawroh murder cases, police said on Wednesday.

#Meghalaya police nabs two in connection with murder of two non tribals



80 pc voter turnout in Arunachal repoll

Itanagar, Apr 24 (UNI) Arunachal Pradesh recorded about 80 percent voter turnout in the repolling held at eight polling stations spread across four Assembly constituencies on Wednesday, amid tight security arrangements, an election official said.

#80 pc voter turnout in Arunachal repoll

Maha: IAC chief Hemant Patil files nomination for Pune LS seat

Pune, Apr 24 (UNI) India Against Corruption (IAC) president Hemant Patil filed nomination paper on Wednesday from the Pune Lok Sabha constituency.

#Maha: IAC chief Hemant Patil files nomination for Pune LS seat

Etawah MP Katheria's wife files nomination against her husband

Etawah (UP), April 24 (UNI) In an interesting turn of events, Mridula Katheria, wife of sitting and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate from Etawah seat Prof Ram Ram Shankar Katheria, filed a nomination for the Lok Sabha election as an independent candidate.

#Etawah MP Katheria's wife files nomination against her husband



India is poised to become world''s third largest economy under Modi regime : Nadda

Bhagalpur, April 24 (UNI) Making an fervent appeal to people to extend their profuse support to NDA candidates in the ongoing Lok Sabha election , BJP president J P Nadda on Wednesday said India is poised to become the third largest economy in the world under the Narendra Modi headed government.

#India is poised to become world''''s third largest economy under Modi regime : Nadda



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



PDP''s Parra, Apni Party’s Mir file nomination papers from Srinagar LS seat

Srinagar, April 24 (UNI) Peoples Democratic Party’s Waheed Parra and Apni Party’s Ashraf Mir on Wednesday filed nomination papers from Srinagar Lok Sabha seat.

#PDP''s Parra #Apni Party’s Mir file nomination papers from Srinagar LS seat

Day temp above normal at places over Sub-Himalayan

Pune, April 24(UNI) Day temperatures were markedly above normal (5.1°C or more) at many places over Sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim; at isolated places over Bihar; appreciably above normal (3.1°C to 5.0°C) at a few places over Gangetic West Bengal; at isolated places over Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram and Tripura and Jharkhand; above normal (1.6°C to 3.0°C) at many places over Assam and Meghalaya; at isolated places over Arunachal Pradesh, east Uttar Pradesh and Odisha. These were appreciably below normal (-3.1°C to -5.0°C) at isolated places over Himachal Pradesh, Punjab and Haryana; below normal (-1.6°C to -3.0°C) at isolated places over Uttarakhand, east Rajasthan, Vidarbha, Chhattisgarh and east Madhya Pradesh and near normal over rest parts of the country. Yesterday, the highest maximum temperature of 43.5°C was reported at Anantapur (Rayalaseema) over the country.

#Day temp above normal at places over Sub-Himalayan

Inaugural CSPL announced; Tornado Tigers secure Pankaj Advani for Rs 1.02 cr

By BD Narayankar
Bengaluru, April 24 (UNI) Bowring Institute has officially launched the inaugural Cue Sports Premier League (CSPL), a national-level snooker tournament set to enthrall audiences from May 4 to 10 at the iconic Bowring Institute in the heart of Bengaluru.

#Inaugural CSPL announced; Tornado Tigers secure Pankaj Advani for Rs 1.02 cr

AP: AOI Mangalagiri successfully treats 3 high-risk patients with carcinoma breast

Vijayawada, April 24 (UNI) American Oncology Institute (AOI) in Mangalagiri, near here, successfully treated three high-risk patients with carcinoma breast using a novel anaesthetic technique, marking a significant milestone in cancer care.

#AP: AOI Mangalagiri successfully treats 3 high-risk patients with carcinoma breast

Copa Sudamericana: Argentinos Juniors beat Corinthians to go top of group

Buenos Aires, April 24 (UNI) Gaston Veron''s first-half strike was enough to hand Argentinos Juniors
a 1-0 home victory over 10-man Corinthians in the Copa Sudamericana.

#Copa Sudamericana: Argentinos Juniors beat Corinthians to go top of group

Telangana Govt announces intermediate first & second-year exam results

Hyderabad, April 24 (UNI) The Telangana Government unveiled the results of the intermediate first and second-year examinations on Wednesday at the Intermediate Board office, Nampally.

#Telangana Govt announces intermediate first & second-year exam results



Notorious criminal detained under PSA in J&K''s Samba

Jammu, Apr 24 (UNI) A notorious criminal was booked and detained on Wednesday under the Public Safety Act (PSA) in Samba district of Jammu and Kashmir.

#Notorious criminal detained under PSA in J&K''s Samba



Massive protests in Buenos Aires against govt''s education policies

Buenos Aires, April 24 (UNI) Tens of thousands of students and teachers gathered in the Argentine capital, Buenos Aires, raising slogans and singing the national anthem, armed with books in their hands as they protested against the government''s austerity policies that could affect public universities'' funding in the South American nation.

#Massive protests in Buenos Aires against govt''s education policies



Tens of thousands of people in Buenos Aires protest against gov''t policies in education

Buenos Aires, Apr 24 (UNI) Tens of thousands of students and teachers have gathered in the centre of Argentina''s capital, Buenos Aires, to protest against the government''s policies in education, a Sputnik correspondent has reported.

#Tens of thousands of people in Buenos Aires protest against gov''t policies in education



China announces new partners for International Lunar Research Station

Wuhan, April 24 (UNI) More partners, including one country and two international organizations, will participate in the construction and operation of the International Lunar Research Station (ILRS), the China National Space Administration (CNSA) announced on Wednesday.

#China announces new partners for International Lunar Research Station

Manoj Jarange's fight is social, not political: Eknath Shinde

Parbhani, April 23 (UNI) Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Tuesday said quota activist Manoj Jarange Patil''s fight for reservation is social and not political and thanked him for not participating in the Lok Sabha election.

#Manoj Jarange's fight is social # not political: Eknath Shinde



Rajouri Killing: J&K Police announces Rs 10 Lakh reward for info on terrorists involved

Jammu, April 23 (UNI) A day after one person was killed and his brother suffered injuries in a terrorist attack in Rajouri district, Jammu and Kashmir Police on Tuesday have announced Rs 10 lakh reward for information on the involvement of terrorist(s) in the incident.

#Rajouri Killing: J&K Police announces Rs 10 Lakh reward for info on terrorists involved

J&K: Five more candidates file nominations for Srinagar Lok Sabha seat

Srinagar, Apr 23 (UNI) Bharat Jodo Party candidate was among the five candidates who filed their nomination papers from Srinagar Parliamentary Constituency in the office of the Returning Officer (RO) on Tuesday, an official spokesman said.

#J&K: Five more candidates file nominations for Srinagar Lok Sabha seat



BJP announces Tashi Gyalson as party candidate for Ladakh Lok Sabha seat

New Delhi, April 23 (UNI) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Tuesday named senior leader Tashi Gyalson as its candidate for the Ladakh Lok Sabha seat.

#BJP announces Tashi Gyalson as party candidate for Ladakh Lok Sabha seat

BJP Hyderabad candidate Madhavi Latha to file nomination on Wednesday

Hyderabad, April 23 (UNI) Madhavi Latha Kompella, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Candidate for Hyderabad Parliament, will file her nomination at the Hyderabad Collector Office here on Wednesday.

#BJP Hyderabad candidate Madhavi Latha to file nomination on Wednesday

AP: Jana Sena Chief Pavan Kalyan files nomination for Pithapuram Assembly seat

Kakinada, Apr 23(UNI) Jana Sena Party Chief Pavan Kalyan on Tuesday filed his nomination for contesting from the Pithapuram Assembly constituency.

#AP: Jana Sena Chief Pavan Kalyan files nomination for Pithapuram Assembly seat

Day temp above normal at isolated places Gangetic Bengal & Odisha

Pune, Apr 23 (UNI) Day temperatures were markedly above normal (5.1°C or more) at isolated places over Gangetic West Bengal and Odisha; appreciably above normal (3.1°C to 5.0°C) at isolated places over Bihar, Telangana, Kerala and Mahe and Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram and Tripura; above normal (1.6°C to 3.0°C) at most places over Assam and Meghalaya; at many places over Arunachal Pradesh; at a few places over Jharkhand, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal and coastal Andhra Pradesh and Yanam; at isolated places over Andaman and Nicobar Islands, east Uttar Pradesh and coastal Karnataka. These were appreciably below normal (-3.1°C to -5.0°C) at isolated places over Himachal Pradesh; below normal (-1.6°C to -3.0°C) at isolated places over Uttarakhand, west Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat state and near normal over rest parts of the country. Yesterday, the highest maximum temperature of 43.8°C was reported at Cuddapah (Rayalaseema) and Bhubaneshwar (Odisha) over the country.

#Day temp above normal at isolated places Gangetic Bengal & Odisha



Hyd :Non-political figures and women emerge to support Modi: Kishan Reddy

Hyderabad, Apr 23 (UNI) G Kishan Reddy, Union Minister and Telangana BJP President, highlighted the increasing involvement of non-political individuals and women in supporting Prime Minister Modi during this election.

#Hyd :Non-political figures and women emerge to support Modi: Kishan Reddy

ISL announces tentative venues for the 2023 – 2024 Final

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

#ISL announces tentative venues for the 2023 – 2024 Final

2 killed, another injured in road accident in MP's Satna

Satna, Apr 23 (UNI) Two people were killed and another injured in a road accident in Madhya Pradesh''s Maihar district, police said.

#2 killed # another injured in road accident in MP's Satna



More than 50,000 displaced by clashes in northern Ethiopia - UN

Nairobi, April 23 (UNI) The number of people displaced by the armed clashes in northern Ethiopia has reached more than 50,000, said the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs late Monday, citing local authorities.

#More than 50 #000 displaced by clashes in northern Ethiopia - UN

Maha: 4 candidates in Kolhapur, 5 in Hatkanangale constituencies withdraw nominations

Kolhapur, Apr 22 (UNI) Four candidates in Kolhapur and five in Hatkanangale Lok Sabha constituencies withdrew their nomination papers on Monday.

#Maha: 4 candidates in Kolhapur # 5 in Hatkanangale constituencies withdraw nominations

Sitharaman credits Modi for impressive growth despite inheriting sluggish economy

Bengaluru, April 22 (UNI) Despite the challenges of inheriting a sluggish economy characterised by GDP growth below 5 percent, high inflation, and weak policies reminiscent of pre-1991 levels in 2014, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has credited the transformative leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and a decade of good governance for India''s impressive economic growth.

#Sitharaman credits Modi for impressive growth despite inheriting sluggish economy



Maha: MVA candidate Chandrakant Khaire files nomination from Aurangabad LS seat

Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Apr 22 (UNI) Former MP Chandrakant Khaire, candidate of Shiv Sena (UBT), filed the nomination paper on behalf of Maha Vikas Agadhi (MVA) from Aurangabad Lok Sabha constituency on Monday, in presence of Yuva Sena chief Aaditya Thackeray.

#Maha: MVA candidate Chandrakant Khaire files nomination from Aurangabad LS seat

IDF records about 35 rocket launches from Lebanon in North of country

Tel Aviv, April 22 (UNI) The Israeli military has recorded about 35 missiles launches from the territory of Lebanon, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said on Monday.

#IDF records about 35 rocket launches from Lebanon in North of country

Maha: Lawrance Bishnoi gang issues threat to ex-Maha minister Dr Awhad

Mumbai, Apr 22 (UNI) After recent firing incident outside Bollywood actor Salman Khan’s Bandra home, the Haryana-based Lawrance Bishnoi gang on Monday targeted former Maharashtra minister Dr Jitendra Awhad with an alleged threats of extortion.

#Maha: Lawrance Bishnoi gang issues threat to ex-Maha minister Dr Awhad

Arunachal: ‘Abducted’ minor girl rescued promptly

Itanagar, Apr 22 (UNI) A minor girl from the Puroik community in East Kameng district of Arunachal Pradesh, who was allegedly abducted by a woman from another community, has been rescued within 48 hours of “abduction” - thanks to a prompt response by the district administration.

#Arunachal: ‘Abducted’ minor girl rescued promptly

Two independents file nomination papers for Srinagar LS Seat

Srinagar, April 22 (UNI) Two independent candidates filed their nomination papers from the 02-Srinagar Parliamentary constituency on Monday.

#Two independents file nomination papers for Srinagar LS Seat



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



No alternative leader to Modi in opposition parties: Kishan Reddy

Hyderabad, April 22 (UNI) Union Minister and BJP Telangana President G Kishan Reddy asserted that there is no alternative leader to Modi within the opposition parties.

#No alternative leader to Modi in opposition parties: Kishan Reddy



BJP''s Mukesh Dalal wins Surat LS seat unopposed

Surat, April 22 (UNI) Gujarat Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President CR Patil on Monday congratulated Surat Lok Sabha seat candidate Mukesh Dalal for getting elected unopposed.

#BJP''s Mukesh Dalal wins Surat LS seat unopposed



AP: Atchannaidu, Balineni are among who file nominations

Vijayawada, April 22 (UNI) Telugu Desam state president Kinjavarapu Atchannaidu, former minister and YSRCP MLA Balineni Srinivasa Reddy and TDP MLA Gadde Ramamohan were among those who filed their nomination papers on Monday.

#AP: Atchannaidu #Balineni are among who file nominations



Maha: Mahayuti''s candidate Shrirang Barne files nomination from Maval LS constituency

Pune, Apr 22 (UNI) Sitting MP and candidate of Mahayuti, Shrirang Barne on Monday filed his nomination on behalf of Shiv Sena from the Maval Lok Sabha constituency in the district, in presence of party chief and Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and his deputy and NCP (AP) chief Ajit Pawar.

#Maha: Mahayuti''s candidate Shrirang Barne files nomination from Maval LS constituency



SC issues notice to Gujarat Govt on bail plea of Ex-IAS officer Pradeep Sharma

New Delhi, Apr 22 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Monday issued notice to the Gujarat government, on the bail plea of retired IAS officer Pradeep Sharma in a case involving the alleged illegal allotment of government land for monetary gains during his tenure as the collector of Kutch district.

#SC issues notice to Gujarat Govt on bail plea of Ex-IAS officer Pradeep Sharma



Ayodhya, Kashi achieved their targets, now it''s turn of Braj region: Yogi

Agra (UP), Apr 22 (UNI) Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday emphasised the cultural significance of the Braj region with its deep-rooted connection to the revered Giriraj Maharaj and the Lord Krishna Kanhaiya and said that after Ayodhya and Kashi, it was Braj''s turn for a face lift.

#Ayodhya #Kashi achieved their targets #now it''s turn of Braj region: Yogi



JK:Not PDP v/s NC, but fight to take J&K''s voice to Delhi: Mehbooba Mufti

Srinagar, Apr 22 (UNI) Pitching against the abrogation of Article 370, former Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti on Monday said the battle for Lok Sabha in Jammu and Kashmir is not between her Peoples Democratic Party and the National Conference, but about who would carry J&K''s voice to New Delhi.

#JK:Not PDP v/s NC #but fight to take J&K''s voice to Delhi: Mehbooba Mufti



KV Reddy files nomination for Chevella Parliamentary Constituency

Hyderabad, April 22 (UNI) Konda Vishweshwar (KV) Reddy, the BJP candidate for Chevella on Monday, submitted his nomination at the MRO Office in Rajendranagar.

#KV Reddy files nomination for Chevella Parliamentary Constituency



UP:Congress, SP have done nothing for economic upliftment of Muslims: PM Modi

Aligarh, Apr 22(UNI) Slamming Congress and Samajwadi Party, Prime Minister Narendra Modi alleged that these political parties have always done "politics of appeasement" and have never done anything for the social and economic upliftment of Muslims.

#UP:Congress #SP have done nothing for economic upliftment of Muslims: PM Modi

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

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

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



Not PDP v/s NC, but fight to take J&K''s voice to Delhi: Mehbooba

Srinagar, April 22 (UNI) Pitching against the abrogation of Article 370, former Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti on Monday said the battle for Lok Sabha in Jammu and Kashmir is not between her Peoples Democratic Party and the National Conference, but about who would carry J&K''s voice to New Delhi.

#Not PDP v/s NC #but fight to take J&K''s voice to Delhi: Mehbooba

1 dead, 8 injured in thunderstorms in Vietnam's northern mountainous areas

Hanoi, Apr 22 (UNI) Torrential rains and thunderstorms hitting Vietnam''s northern mountainous areas left one person dead and eight others injured over the weekend, the country''s National Steering Committee on Natural Disaster Prevention and Control reported on Monday.

#1 dead # 8 injured in thunderstorms in Vietnam's northern mountainous areas



Odisha:BJD announces candidates for six more assembly seats, drops four sitting MLAs

Bhubaneswar, Apr 22 (UNI) The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) announced party candidates for six more Assembly seats on Monday, denying party tickets to four sitting MLAs while introducing five new faces to the fray.

#Odisha:BJD announces candidates for six more assembly seats #drops four sitting MLAs



Azad-led party announces its candidate for Srinagar

Srinagar, April 22 (UNI) Democratic Progressive Azad Party (DPAP) on Monday nominated its district president Srinagar Amir Ahmed Bhatt as its candidate from Srinagar Lok Sabha Constituency.

#Azad-led party announces its candidate for Srinagar

Hezbollah downs Israeli drone over S Lebanon

Beirut, Apr 22 (UNI) Lebanese armed group Hezbollah said on Sunday it had shot down an Israeli drone over the country''s south.

#Hezbollah downs Israeli drone over S Lebanon



Hubballi murder: Neha Hiremath''s father not satisfied with probe

Hubballi (Karnataka), April 22 (UNI) In a major development, Niranjan Hiremath, a Congress Councillor of Hubballi-Dharwad Municipal Corporation, has expressed deep dissatisfaction with the ongoing investigation into his daughter Neha''s murder on her college premises.

#Hubballi murder: Neha Hiremath''s father not satisfied with probe



Israeli raid kills 1 militant in S. Lebanon, Hezbollah says downs Israeli drone

Beirut, Apr 22 (UNI) One Amal Movement member was killed and two others wounded on Sunday in an Israeli airstrike on a southern Lebanese village, according to Lebanese military sources.

#Israeli raid kills 1 militant in S. Lebanon #Hezbollah says downs Israeli drone



Tewatia''s blistering knock propels GT to thrilling win

Mullanpur, Apr 21 (UNI) In a high-octane clash at the Maharaj Yadvindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Rahul Tewatia''s blistering unbeaten innings of 36 runs off just 18 balls propelled Gujarat Titans to a thrilling victory over Punjab Kings in the 37th match of IPL 2024 here on Sunday.

#Tewatia''s blistering knock propels GT to thrilling win



Tewatia''s blistering knock propels GT to thrilling win

Mullanpur, Apr 21 (UNI) In a high-octane clash at the Maharaj Yadvindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Rahul Tewatia''s blistering unbeaten innings of 36 runs off just 18 balls propelled Gujarat Titans to a thrilling victory over Punjab Kings in the 37th match of IPL 2024 here on Sunday.

#Tewatia''s blistering knock propels GT to thrilling win

Those who are not afraid never die: Kharge

Ranchi, Apr 21 (UNI) Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge said on Sunday neither the BJP, nor Prime Minister Narendra Modi could break the morale of the opposition parties in the country.

#Those who are not afraid never die: Kharge



IKP Knowledge Park partners with BFI to drive advancements in biomedical innovation

Hyderabad, Apr 21 (UNI) IKP Knowledge Park, a premium Science Park and Incubator in India, on Sunday announced a strategic alliance with Blockchain for Impact (BFI) to join the BFI-Biome Virtual Network Programme.

#IKP Knowledge Park partners with BFI to drive advancements in biomedical innovation

J&K: Minor girl dies in fire incident in Sopore

Srinagar, Apr 21 (UNI) A two-year-old girl died and a woman suffered burn injuries in a fire incident that broke out in a residential house at Sopore township of Jammu Kashmir’s Baramulla district on Sunday.

#J&K: Minor girl dies in fire incident in Sopore



JK: Omar called Mufti “selfish” for not abiding by the INDIA alliance

Srinagar, Apr 21 (UNI) National Conference Vice President Omar Abdullah on Sunday described Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) President Mehbooba Mufti as “selfish” for not abiding by the INDIA alliance.

#JK:Omar called Mufti “selfish” for not abiding by the INDIA alliance



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

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

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



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

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

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



''Not just talk, action needed'': Mahayuti''s candidate

Baramati, Apr 21 (UNI) Sunetra Pawar, candidate of the ruling Mahayuti from Baramati Lok Sabha constituency who is contesting on NCP (AP) ticket, said on Sunday that the days of traditional politics of promises and speeches are over, and efforts are needed to solve complex problems faced by common people.

#''Not just talk #action needed'': Mahayuti''s candidate



AP: Trough now runs from South Chhattisgarh to SouthTamil Nadu: Met

Amaravati, Apr 21 (UNI) The trough or wind discontinuity from South Interior Karnataka to south Tamil Nadu now runs from south Chhattisgarh to south Tamil Nadu across Telangana, Coastal Andhra Pradesh, and Rayalaseema at 0.9 km above mean sea level, Meteorological Centre said on Sunday.

#AP: Trough now runs from South Chhattisgarh to SouthTamil Nadu: Met



Odisha government announces summer vacation from April 25

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

#Odisha government announces summer vacation from April 25



Bihar: LJP MP Kaiser joins RJD after not getting party ticket

Patna, Apr 21 (UNI) LJP MP from Khagaria Chaudhary Mehboob Ali Kaiser, who was upset over the denial of a party ticket, on Sunday joined the RJD.

#Bihar: LJP MP Kaiser joins RJD after not getting party ticket



Guns, stones, and poll boycotts serve nothing; vote on polling day: Mehbooba

Srinagar, April 21 (UNI) Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) President Mehbooba Mufti said on Sunday that guns, stones, and boycotts served nothing and urged people to vote on the polling day.

#Guns #stones #and poll boycotts serve nothing; vote on polling day: Mehbooba



Para urges Centre to announce general amnesty for those booked under UAPA in J&K

Srinagar, Apr 21 (UNI) Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate for Srinagar Parliamentary Constituency Waheed-Ur-Rehman Para on Sunday appealed to the central government to announce general amnesty for those booked under Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA) in Jammu and Kashmir.

#Para urges Centre to announce general amnesty for those booked under UAPA in J&K



Former world No. 1 Muguruza announces retirement from tennis

Madrid, April 21 (UNI) Spanish tennis star Garbine Muguruza announced her retirement on Saturday at an event linked to the Laureus Awards ceremony which will be held in Madrid on Monday.

#Former world No. 1 Muguruza announces retirement from tennis

Meghalaya records highest voter turnout in its electoral history for any LS polls

Shillong, Apr 20 (UNI) Meghalaya recorded an overall voting percentage of 76.60 percent turnout, the highest voter turnout in its electoral history for any Lok Sabha elections in the state.

#Meghalaya records highest voter turnout in its electoral history for any LS polls

Kerala BJP Prez K Surendran caught with crores of rupees, but no action, says Priyanka

Thiruvananthapuram, Apr 20 (UNI) Though Kerala BJP President K Surendran was caught with crores of rupees during the previous Assembly elections, but no action was taken against him, Congress leader and AICC General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi said on Saturday.

#Kerala BJP Prez K Surendran caught with crores of rupees # but no action # says Priyanka

Mizoram :All EVMs/VVPATs now in strong rooms

Aizawl, Apr 20(UNI) All the EVMs/VVPATs used by 1,276 polling parties to conduct polling for election to the lone Mizoram Lok Sabha constituencies have reached respective district headquarters and have been kept at strong rooms in the district headquarters, a senior state election department official said on Saturday.

#Mizoram :All EVMs/VVPATs now in strong rooms

APCC President Sharmila filed nominations

Vijayawada, Apr 20 (UNI) APCC President YS Sharmila and YSRCP MP candidate Chevireddy Bhaskar Reddy were among the prominent leaders who filed their nomination papers on Saturday.

#APCC President Sharmila filed nominations

Former World No.1 Garbine Muguruza retires

Madrid, April 20 (UNI) Spanish tennis star Garbiñe Muguruza has officially announced her retirement from professional tennis, ending a stellar career that saw her reach the pinnacle of the sport.

#Former World No.1 Garbine Muguruza retires

AP CM asks people not to trust TDP-BJP-JSP alliance

Visakhapatnam, Apr 20 (UNI) Giving a call to the people to be prepared to defeat the three party alliance, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy on Saturday said the three parties-TDP-JSP-BJP-joined hands to deceive people again and asked them to be cautious.

#AP CM asks people not to trust TDP-BJP-JSP alliance



UP: Nomination of BSP candidate from Bareilly rejected

Bareilly (Uttar Pradesh), April 20 (UNI) In a setback to Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP), the nomination of its party candidate from Bareilly Lok Sabha seat was cancelled on technical grounds on Saturday, a poll official said here.

#UP: Nomination of BSP candidate from Bareilly rejected

Vahan Technologies organises seminar on blue-collar recruitment in Hyderabad

Hyderabad, Apr 20 (UNI) Bengaluru-based Vahan Technologies, a leader in the blue-collar recruitment space, and backed by investors like Khosla Ventures and Airtel, organised a seminar on blue-collar recruitment here on Saturday.

#Vahan Technologies organises seminar on blue-collar recruitment in Hyderabad

No Muslim votes for Shiv Sena (UBT): Maha NCP (AP) vice-chief

Mumbai, Apr 20 (UNI) Maharashtra NCP (AP) vice-president Saleem Sarang on Saturday asserted that the Muslim community would never support an opportunist like Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray.

#No Muslim votes for Shiv Sena (UBT): Maha NCP (AP) vice-chief

Send a message through vote to Delhi that the silence of Kashmiris is not happiness: Waheed Parra

Srinagar, April 20 (UNI) Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate from Srinagar, Waheed Parra on Saturday asked the people of Kashmir to treat the Lok Sabha elections as a referendum to send a message to New Delhi.

#Send a message through vote to Delhi that the silence of Kashmiris is not happiness: Waheed Parra

Former midfielder Romagnoli takes charge of San Lorenzo

Buenos Aires, Apr 20 (UNI) Former Argentina international midfielder Leandro Romagnoli has been appointed head coach of San Lorenzo for the rest of 2024 season, the Buenos Aires club said.

#Former midfielder Romagnoli takes charge of San Lorenzo

Day temp above normal at many places over Gangetic West Bengal

Pune, Apr 20 (UNI) Day temperatures were appreciably above normal (3.1°C to 5.0°C) at many places over Gangetic West Bengal; at isolated pockets over east Uttar Pradesh, Bihar; above normal (1.6°C to 3.0°C) at many places over, east Madhya Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal, coastal Andhra Pradesh and Yanam, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Uttarakhand; at a few places over Kerala and Mahe, south interior Karnataka, Vidarbha, Madhya Maharashtra, Marathwada; at isolated places over Assam and Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura, east Uttar Pradesh and Chhattisgarh.

#Day temp above normal at many places over Gangetic West Bengal



BRS party solely advocates Telangana''s interests in Delhi: Vinod Kumar

Karimnagar (Telangana), Apr 20 (UNI) Boinapally Vinod Kumar, the Karimnagar Parliament BRS candidate and former Vice-chairman of Telangana State Planning Board, asserted that only the BRS party actively represents Telangana''s concerns in Delhi.

#BRS party solely advocates Telangana''s interests in Delhi: Vinod Kumar

Nominations of BSP candidates from Bareilly, Aonla rejected

Bareilly (UP), Apr 20 (UNI) In a setback to Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) nomination of its candidates from Bareilly and Aonla seats were cancelled on technical grounds on Saturday, poll officials said here.

#Nominations of BSP candidates from Bareilly # Aonla rejected



Mumbai terror call linking Lawrence Bishnoi gang a hoax

Mumbai, April 20 (UNI) The Mumbai Police Control Room on Saturday received a call threatening terrorist attack in the city apparently from a member of the Lawrence Bishnoi Gang, however, it turned out to be a hoax, officials said.

#Mumbai terror call linking Lawrence Bishnoi gang a hoax



BJD announces candidates for nine more Assembly seat, drops six sitting MLA

Bhubaneswar, Apr 20 (UNI) The ruling Biju Janata Dal (BJD) in Odisha announced candidates for nine Assembly seats, denying party tickets to six sitting MLAs.

#BJD announces candidates for nine more Assembly seat #drops six sitting MLA

HP experiences light to moderate snowfall & hailstorms

Shimla, Apr 20 (UNI) Himachal Pradesh experienced light to moderate snowfall, hailstorms, thunderstorms, and wind storms, disrupting normal life and causing property and infrastructure loss.

#HP experiences light to moderate snowfall & hailstorms



Filing of nomination papers for LS poll gets over in Gujarat

Gandhinagar, April 20 (UNI) A total of 227 candidates have submitted nomination papers for the Lok Sabha elections in Gujarat, alongside 13 candidates for the state assembly bye-elections on the last day of filing nominations.

#Filing of nomination papers for LS poll gets over in Gujarat



Odisha: Toll in Mahanadi river boat tragedy rises to seven, Naveen announces Rs.4 lakh ex gratia

Bhubaneswar, Apr20 (UNI) The toll in the boat tragedy in Mahanadi river Odisha’s Jharsuguda district, rose to seven on Saturday with the recovery of five more bodies.

#Odisha: Toll in Mahanadi river boat tragedy rises to seven #Naveen announces Rs.4 lakh ex gratia

UN's commission on science and technology elects new chair

Geneva, Apr 20 (UNI) Gambia''s Muhammadou Kah was elected chair of the UN Commission on Science and Technology for Development on Friday.

#UN's commission on science and technology elects new chair



Bihar : BJP intending to scrap constitution it will not get more than 150 seats: Rahul

Bhagalpur, Apr 20 (UNI) Accusing BJP-led NDA of intending to scrap the constitution, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said the INDIA alliance was contesting the Lok sabha election on the plank of protecting the constitution to save the democracy and claimed that the NDA would not get more than 150 seats.

#Bihar : BJP intending to scrap constitution it will not get more than 150 seats: Rahul



Cong protests over non-release of relief funds to Karnataka ahead of PM Modi''s Bengaluru visit

Bengaluru, Apr 20 (UNI) Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi''s scheduled visit to Bengaluru here on Saturday, tensions have escalated between the Congress party and the central government over the alleged non-release of relief funds to Karnataka.

#Cong protests over non-release of relief funds to Karnataka ahead of PM Modi''s Bengaluru visit

Players gave their everything on the pitch: Kerala Blasters FC's Ivan Vukomanovic

Bhubaneswar, Apr 20 (UNI) Kerala Blasters FC head coach Ivan Vukomanovic expressed his disappointment after his team suffered a 2-1 defeat against Odisha FC in Knockout 1 of the
Indian Super League (ISL) match at the Kalinga Stadium here on Friday night.

#Players gave their everything on the pitch: Kerala Blasters FC's Ivan Vukomanovic



Not every development took place after 2014: Maha Cong chief

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

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



NHRC shuts noted Kashmiri Pandit killing case, directs J&K govt to deal ''humanely''

Srinagar, April 20 (UNI) The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has directed Jammu and Kashmir chief secretary to examine with "humane approach" a case related to the killing of a noted Kashmiri Pandit and his son in 1990.

#NHRC shuts noted Kashmiri Pandit killing case #directs J&K govt to deal ''humanely''



Unknown drones attack paramilitary Hashd Shaabi base in central Iraq

Baghdad, April 20 (UNI) Unknown drones bombed a base housing headquarters of Hashd Shaabi Forces in Iraq''s central province of Babil early Saturday, killing one person and injuring seven others, an Interior Ministry source told Xinhua.

#Unknown drones attack paramilitary Hashd Shaabi base in central Iraq

Karnataka HC stays Women's Commission notice to Kumaraswamy

Bengaluru, April 19 (UNI) The Karnataka High Court on Friday stayed the notice issued by the Karnataka State Women''s Commission to former Chief Minister HD Kumaraswamy. The notice was related to a comment made by Kumaraswamy suggesting that women were ''losing their way'' due to election promises made by the Congress party.

#Karnataka HC stays Women's Commission notice to Kumaraswamy

UP board results to be announced on Saturday

Lucknow, April 19 (UNI) After conducting the cheating-free examinations, the Uttar Pradesh Secondary Education Board has completed preparations for the results of the 10th and 12th examinations of the UP Board.

#UP board results to be announced on Saturday



Tripura: 81 pc turnout in poll, Oppn demands countermand elections

Agartala, Apr 19 (UNI) An estimated 81 per cent voter turnout was recorded across 1,685 polling booths in Tripura in first phase of Lok Sabha elections on Friday.

#Tripura: 81 pc turnout in poll #Oppn demands countermand elections

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



Assam records over 70% turnout across five LS seats

Guwahati, April 19 (UNI) Amid great enthusiasm, over 70.77 percent of voters exercised their democratic choice across five Lok Sabha constituencies in Assam on Friday.

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

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

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



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

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

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

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

Robust voter turnout in Meghalaya prompts every party to claim victory

Shillong, April 19 (UNI) Political parties in Meghalaya have all expressed confidence of winning the seats their candidates have contested from as almost every party pointed to the robust voter turnout of about 70 per cent to claim their victory.

#Robust voter turnout in Meghalaya prompts every party to claim victory

Snow, rain lash Himachal districts

Shimla, April 19 (UNI) Heavy rain and snow lashed several districts of Himachal Pradesh on Friday evening disrupting normal life.

#Snow # rain lash Himachal districts

Kerala Capital will be a premiere research & innovation hub :Chandrasekhar

Thiruvananthapuram, Apr 19 (UNI) Rajeev Chandrasekhar, Union Minister for State outlined ambitious plans to catalyse scientific research and innovation during his keynote address at the 75th Anniversary Celebration of the IEEE Antennas and Propagation Society.

#Kerala Capital will be a premiere research & innovation hub :Chandrasekhar

We are focused, motivated & want to win: FC Goa's Manolo Marquez

Margao, Apr 19 (UNI) Manolo Marquez''s FC Goa are focused, motivated, and ready to go all the way as they face Owen Coyle and Chennaiyin FC at the Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, here in Goa, on Saturday in the Knockout 2 match of the Indian Super League (ISL) playoff knockouts round.

#We are focused # motivated & want to win: FC Goa's Manolo Marquez

Do not trust the Chandra Babu Naidu-led alliance and their promises: AP Chief Minister

Kakinada, Apr 19 (UNI) Giving a clarion call to the people to reject the TDP-JSP-BJP alliance, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy alleged that Chandrababu Naidu did not fulfill the assurances that he had given in the 2014 election manifesto after he was voted to power.

#Do not trust the Chandra Babu Naidu-led alliance and their promises: AP Chief Minister



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



BJP has not fielded candidate in Anantnag- Rajouri parliamentary seat in Kashmir

Srinagar April 19 (UNI) The Bharatiya Janata Party has not fielded any candidate in the Anantnag-Rajouri Lok Sabha seat in Kashmir.

#BJP has not fielded candidate in Anantnag- Rajouri parliamentary seat in Kashmir



Mizoram witnesses low voter turnout

Aizawl, Apr 19 (UNI) Mizoram witnessed a low voter turnout on Friday with only 52.62 percent of the total 8,56,364 eligible voters casting their votes by 5 PM across the 1,276 polling stations in the state, during the first phase of the general elections to the Lok Sabha on Friday, officials said.

#Mizoram witnesses low voter turnout

"CSIR-IICT and BHEL partners to advance clean fuel technology: MoU signed on CO2 to DME"

Hyderabad, April 19 (UNI) The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research-Indian Institute of Chemical Technology (CSIR-IICT) and Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) Corporate R&D have forged a partnership to develop technology for capturing and converting carbon dioxide (CO2) to Dimethyl Ether (DME) through direct catalytic conversion.

#"CSIR-IICT and BHEL partners to advance clean fuel technology: MoU signed on CO2 to DME"



Bengal witnesses heavy turnout, 77.57 pc polling till 5 PM

Kolkata, April 19 (UNI) Barring reports of stray violence, the first phase election to three Lok Sabha seats in West Bengal was by and large peaceful as 77.57 percent of the 5.6 million electorate exercised their franchise till 5 PM on Friday.

#Bengal witnesses heavy turnout #77.57 pc polling till 5 PM



Mizoram witnesses low voter turnout

Aizawl, Apr 19 (UNI) Continuing a trend seen in the last Lok Sabha elections, Mizoram recorded a low voter turnout on Friday, with only 52.62 per cent of the total 8,56,364 eligible voters casting their votes by 5:00 PM.

#Mizoram witnesses low voter turnout

Odisha: Couple sentenced to life for killing minor child

Balasore, Apr 19 (UNI) Special Judge OPID and additional sessions judge, Biswajit Das, on Friday convicted a couple for murdering their differently-abled minor child and sentenced them to life imprisonment along with a penalty of Rs. 5,000 each.

#Odisha: Couple sentenced to life for killing minor child

Rajeev Chandrasekhar bags Technology Visionary Leader of the Decade Award

Thiruvananthapuram, April 19 (UNI) Rajeev Chandrashekhar, Union Minister and NDA candidate for Thiruvananthapuram, has been honoured with the Technology Visionary Leader of the Decade Award by the IEEE RFID Council, Kerala.

#Rajeev Chandrasekhar bags Technology Visionary Leader of the Decade Award



ISL: FC Goa hosts Chennaiyin FC in high-stakes knockout battle

Margao, Apr 19 (UNI) The Indian Super League (ISL) 2023-24 playoffs reach a fever pitch as FC Goa prepares to host Chennaiyin FC in a high-stakes knockout clash at the iconic Fatorda Stadium here on Saturday at 7:30 pm IST.

#ISL: FC Goa hosts Chennaiyin FC in high-stakes knockout battle



ISL: FC Goa hosts Chennaiyin FC in high-stakes knockout battle

Margao, Apr 19 (UNI) The Indian Super League (ISL) 2023-24 playoffs reach a fever pitch as FC Goa prepares to host Chennaiyin FC in a high-stakes knockout clash at the iconic Fatorda Stadium here on Saturday at 7:30 pm IST.

#ISL: FC Goa hosts Chennaiyin FC in high-stakes knockout battle

Norris stuns with wet pole for Shanghai F1 Sprint

Shanghai, Apr 19 (UNI) Lando Norris will start from pole position in Saturday''s F1 Sprint in Shanghai after having his fastest lap removed and then reinstated in a thrilling rain-affected qualifying session.

#Norris stuns with wet pole for Shanghai F1 Sprint

General Elections: TDP Chief Naidu, Purandeswari file nominations in AP

Vijayawada, Apr 19 (UNI) Telugu Desam Party National President and former Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, BJP state president D Purandeswari, Home Minister T Vanita and film actor N Balakrishna were among those who filed their nomination papers on the second day on Friday for the general elections in Andhra Pradesh.

#General Elections: TDP Chief Naidu # Purandeswari file nominations in AP



Shivakumar accuses BJP for possible imposition of Governor''s rule

Bengaluru, April 19 (UNI) Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has accused the BJP of threatening the state government and misleading voters about the possibility of imposing Governor''s rule due to alleged deteriorating law and order.

#Shivakumar accuses BJP for possible imposition of Governor''s rule



First phase election over in Manipur, good turnout, violence reported

Imphal Apr 19 (UNI) The first phase of the election in Manipur for two Parliamentary constituencies concluded at 4 PM on Friday with reports of firing, EVM snatching, and violence.

#First phase election over in Manipur #good turnout #violence reported



Post August 2019 situation not acceptable: Mehbooba Mufti

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

#Post August 2019 situation not acceptable: Mehbooba Mufti



Lok Sabha Polls: BJP has not left the ground in Kashmir : Omar Abdullah

Srinagar, April 19 (UNI) With regard to the Lok Sabha Polls, National Conference Vice President Omar Abdullah on Friday said that BJP has not left the ground in Kashmir but was commanding the situation from the back.

#Lok Sabha Polls: BJP has not left the ground in Kashmir : Omar Abdullah



AAP accuses ED; claims CM is not being given insulin in jail

New Delhi, Apr 19 (UNI) Senior AAP leader and Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Singh on Friday accused the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and the Jail administration of hatching a conspiracy to take Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s life.

#AAP accuses ED; claims CM is not being given insulin in jail



The decision not to contest polls from Kashmir was the party''s decision: Azad

Srinagar, Apr 19 (UNI) Democratic Progressive Azad Party (DPAP) President Ghulam Nabi Azad on Friday said that he doesn''t take command from anyone and his decision of not contesting the Lok Sabha Polls from Kashmir was his party''s decision.

#The decision not to contest polls from Kashmir was the party''s decision: Azad



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



Uttarakhand records 24.83 pc voter turnout till 11 am

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

#Uttarakhand records 24.83 pc voter turnout till 11 am



Arunachal records 19 pc voter turnout till 11 am

Itanagar, Apr 19 (UNI) Around 19 per cent voting has been recorded till 11 am in the simultaneous elections to the 18th Lok Sabha seats and 11th State Legislative Assembly in Arunachal Pradesh, election officials said.

#Arunachal records 19 pc voter turnout till 11 am

3 Filipinos die in UAE record-breaking rainfall

Manila, Apr 19 (UNI) Three Filipinos working in Dubai have died in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) record-breaking rainfall this week, the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) said on Thursday night.

#3 Filipinos die in UAE record-breaking rainfall



24.5 pc Voter Turnout Recorded Till 11am, Bengal leads

New Delhi, April 19 (UNI) As per the Election Commission, there is over 24.5 per cent voter turnout recorded in four hours across 21 states and union territories on 102 Lok Sabha seats that are polling on Friday in the first phase of the 2024 general elections.

#24.5 pc Voter Turnout Recorded Till 11am #Bengal leads

Three Filipinos die in UAE record-breaking rainfall

Abu Dhabi, Apr 19 (UNI) Three Filipinos working in Dubai have died in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) due to record-breaking rainfall this week, the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) said on Thursday night.

#Three Filipinos die in UAE record-breaking rainfall



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



13.30 pc voters turnout till 9.30 am in Meghalaya

Shillong, April 19 (UNI) An estimated 13.30 per cent of 22 lakh Meghalaya voters cast their votes till 9.30 am on Friday to decide the electoral fortune of 10 candidates aspiring to represent the Shillong and Tura parliamentary constituencies.

#13.30 pc voters turnout till 9.30 am in Meghalaya

Around 9 pc voter turnout in Arunachal till 9 am

Itanagar, April 19 (UNI) Around 9 per cent of 8.9 crore Arunachal Pradesh voters cast their votes in the first two hours till 9 am in simultaneous elections being held in the state for choosing the 18th Lok Sabha and the 11th State Legislative Assembly, a senior election official said.

#Around 9 pc voter turnout in Arunachal till 9 am

Israeli football star Shechter announces retirement

Jerusalem, Apr 19 (UNI) Israeli veteran forward Itay Shechter announced his retirement from football on Thursday at the age of 37.

#Israeli football star Shechter announces retirement

Iranian official says there was no missile attack on Iran

Tehran, Apr 19 (UNI) An Iranian official said on Friday that no missile attack had been carried out against Iran.

#Iranian official says there was no missile attack on Iran

US did not 'endorse' Israel's retaliatory strike on Iran

Washington, Apr 19 (UNI) The United States has not "endorsed" the retaliatory strike by Israel on Iranian territory, local media reported late Thursday, citing a senior US official.

#US did not 'endorse' Israel's retaliatory strike on Iran



Polling begins on brisk note in central, southern regions of TN

Madurai, Apr 19 (UNI) Polling began on a brisk note in 10 Lok Sabha constituencies spread across
nine Southern and six Lok Sabha Constituencies in Central region of Tamil Nadu on Friday morning.

#Polling begins on brisk note in central #southern regions of TN

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

Bengal Guv cancels his north Bengal visit on poll day

Kolkata, Apr 18 (UNI) West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose on Thursday said he has cancelled his proposed visit to the poll-bound northern districts, including Cooch Behar, a day after the Election Commission of India suggested to the gubernatorial office that his presence may invite the violence of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC), which is already enforced for the first phase of polling on Friday.

#Bengal Guv cancels his north Bengal visit on poll day

Remove BJP to get rid of inflation, unemployment: INDIA bloc nominee

Chandigarh, Apr 18 (UNI) Senior Congress leader and INDIA bloc candidate from Chandigarh Parliamentary constituency, Manish Tewari on Thursday said that in order to get rid of inflation and widespread unemployment in the country, it is important to get rid of the BJP government first.

#Remove BJP to get rid of inflation # unemployment: INDIA bloc nominee



LS polls: RO issues notification for Srinagar parliamentary constituency

Srinagar, Apr 18 (UNI) Returning Officer Srinagar Parliamentary Constituency issued an election notification for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections in the constituency on Thursday.

#LS polls: RO issues notification for Srinagar parliamentary constituency

JK:LS Polls: RO issues notification for Srinagar Parliamentary Constituency

Srinagar, Apr 18 (UNI) Returning Officer Srinagar Parliamentary Constituency issued an election notification for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections in the constituency on Thursday.

#JK:LS Polls: RO issues notification for Srinagar Parliamentary Constituency



AFMS & IIT Kanpur team up to develop new technologies for soldiers in difficult terrains

New Delhi, Apr 18 (UNI) The Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS) and Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur on Thursday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to undertake research and develop new technologies to address health problems faced by soldiers in difficult terrains.

#AFMS & IIT Kanpur team up to develop new technologies for soldiers in difficult terrains

Contest for Dharwad LS seat turns interesting with Dingaleshwara Swamiji's nomination

Dharwad, April 18 (UNI) The Dharwad Lok Sabha Constituency election has taken an intriguing turn with Dingaleshwara Swamiji, a prominent seer from the Lingayat community, filing his nomination papers here on Thursday as an independent candidate.

#Contest for Dharwad LS seat turns interesting with Dingaleshwara Swamiji's nomination

Telangana CEO announces online nomination process for LS poll

Hyderabad, Apr 18 (UNI) Telangana''s Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) Vikas Raj declared that candidates could now submit their nominations online for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections.

#Telangana CEO announces online nomination process for LS poll

Kerala: Three more held in Panoor bomb explosion case

Kannur, Apr 18 (UNI) The Special Investigation Team (SIT) led by Koothuparamba Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) K V Venugopal, probing the Panoor Bomb explosion case, in which a CPI(M) worker was killed and three others injured while making crude bombs at Muliyathode near Panoor, on April 5, arrested three more youths, on Thursday.

#Kerala: Three more held in Panoor bomb explosion case



JK: Rain lash plains, snowfall on higher reaches of Kashmir

Srinagar, Apr 18 (UNI) Rains lash the plains of Kashmir valley while some upper reaches experience a fresh snowfall disrupting normal activities on Thursday.

#JK: Rain lash plains #snowfall on higher reaches of Kashmir



Riots & curfew are thing of past, now its rule of development: CM Yogi

Bulandshahr (UP), Apr 18 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said on Thursday that riots and curfews were common during the rule of the Samajwadi Party (SP) and Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP), whereas there is a rule of development due to strong law and order in the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government.

#Riots & curfew are thing of past #now its rule of development: CM Yogi

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

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



Cricketer Kapil Dev unveils robotic technology for orthopaedics treatment at Manipal Hospital

Mumbai, Apr 18 (UNI) Legendary Indian cricketer Kapil Dev unveiled advanced robotic technology for orthopaedics treatment at Manipal Hospital, Kharadi on Thursday.

#Cricketer Kapil Dev unveils robotic technology for orthopaedics treatment at Manipal Hospital



Cricketer Kapil Dev unveils robotic technology for orthopaedics treatment at Manipal Hospital

Mumbai, Apr 18 (UNI) Legendary Indian cricketer Kapil Dev unveiled advanced robotic technology for orthopaedics treatment at Manipal Hospital, Kharadi on Thursday.

#Cricketer Kapil Dev unveils robotic technology for orthopaedics treatment at Manipal Hospital

General Elections : Filing of Nominations begins in AP

Vijayawada, Apr 18 (UNI) The filing of nomination papers for the forthcoming General elections began in Andhra Pradesh on Thursday.

#General Elections : Filing of Nominations begins in AP



Sunetra Pawar, Supriya Sule, Amol Kolhe file nomination papers in Pune

Pune, Apr 18 (UNI) Three candidates, including Sunetra Pawar, Supriya Sule and Amol Kolhe, filed the nomination papers for two Lok Sabha constituencies in the district here on Thursday.

#Sunetra Pawar #Supriya Sule #Amol Kolhe file nomination papers in Pune



Kerala: EC did not act on CPI(M) complaints filed against Prime Minister i: Sitaram Yechury

Kozhikode, Apr 18 (UNI) CPIM General Secretary Sitaram Yechury has said that the Election Commission (EC) did not act on the complaints filed against Prime Minister Narendra Modi for making statements that allegedly violated the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) during the Lok Sabha election campaign meetings.

#Kerala: EC did not act on CPI(M) complaints filed against Prime Minister i: Sitaram Yechury



BSP announces candidates for remaining 3 Lok Sabha seats in Chhattisgarh

Raipur, April 18 (UNI) Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) on Thursday released the third and final list by announcing the candidates for the remaining three Lok Sabha seats in Chhattisgarh.

#BSP announces candidates for remaining 3 Lok Sabha seats in Chhattisgarh

Bihar : Notification issued for fourth phase of election in five Lok Sabha seats of Bihar

Patna, Apr. 18 (UNI) The notification for conducting elections in five Parliamentary constituencies in the fourth phase of the seven-phased Lok Sabha election in Bihar was issued on Thursday.

#Bihar : Notification issued for fourth phase of election in five Lok Sabha seats of Bihar



DRDO successfully flight tests Indigenous Technology Cruise Missile

New Delhi, Apr 18 (UNI) Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) on Thursday successfully conducted flight-test of Indigenous Technology Cruise Missile (ITCM) from the Integrated Test Range (ITR), Chandipur off the coast of Odisha.

#DRDO successfully flight tests Indigenous Technology Cruise Missile



Trough now runs from Comorin area to S Telangana across TN & Rayalaseema: Met

Amaravati, Apr 18 (UNI) The trough from the Gulf of Mannar to south Telangana now runs from the Comorin area to south Telangana across Interior Tamil Nadu & Rayalaseema at 0.9 km above mean sea level, the Meteorological Centre said on Thursday.

#Trough now runs from Comorin area to S Telangana across TN & Rayalaseema: Met



Arunachal Governor appeals electorate to cast their votes

Itanagar, Apr 18 (UNI) On the eve of the general elections 2024, Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt General (Retd) KT Parnaik on Thursday appealed to the State''s electorate to wholeheartedly participate in the greatest ''festival of democracy'' and exercise their franchise to elect their representatives for the 11th State Legislative Assembly and the 18th Lok Sabha.

#Arunachal Governor appeals electorate to cast their votes



Mumbai: Major fire in industrial complex, no injury

Mumbai, Apr 18 (UNI) A major fire broke out at an industrial complex in Mumbai''s Darukhana area on Thursday morning, causing no reported injuries.

#Mumbai: Major fire in industrial complex #no injury

Bihar : Notification issued for fourth phase of election in five Lok Sabha seats of Bihar

Patna, Apr. 18 (UNI) The notification for conducting elections in five Parliamentary constituencies in the fourth phase of the seven-phased lok sabha election in Bihar was issued on Thursday.

#Bihar : Notification issued for fourth phase of election in five Lok Sabha seats of Bihar



JK : Mehbooba Mufti, and Mian Altaf file nomination papers for Anantnag-Rajouri Lok Sabha seat

Srinagar, Apr 18 (UNI) Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) President Mehbooba Mufti and National Conference (NC) leader Mian Altaf on Thursday filed nomination papers for the Anantnag-Rajouri Lok Sabha seat.

#JK : Mehbooba Mufti #and Mian Altaf file nomination papers for Anantnag-Rajouri Lok Sabha seat



JK:No surprise after Azad decides not to contest LS elections from Anantnag- Rajouri seat: Omar

Srinagar, Apr 18 (UNI) National Conference Vice President Omar Abdullah on Thursday said there was no surprise that Democratic Progressive Azad Party (DPAP) President Ghulam Nabi Azad won’t contest polls.

#JK:No surprise after Azad decides not to contest LS elections from Anantnag- Rajouri seat: Omar



Mufti, Altaf, & Manhas file nomination papers for Anantnag-Rajouri LS seat

Srinagar, Apr 18 (UNI) Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) President Mehbooba Mufti and National Conference (NC) leader Mian Altaf filed nomination papers for the Anantnag-Rajouri Lok Sabha seat on Thursday.

#Mufti #Altaf #& Manhas file nomination papers for Anantnag-Rajouri LS seat



Notification issued for Srinagar Lok Sabha seat

Srinagar, Apr 18 (UNI) Returning Officer Srinagar Parliamentary Constituency issued an election notification for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections in the constituency on Thursday.

#Notification issued for Srinagar Lok Sabha seat

US angered Israel did not warn it before April 1 attack on Iran consulate in Syria

Washington, April 18 (UNI) US officials were angry that Israel launched an aggressive attack on the Iranian consulate in Syria on April 1 without first consulting Washington, the New York Times reported, citing US and Israeli officials.

#US angered Israel did not warn it before April 1 attack on Iran consulate in Syria



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



ECI issues notification for fourth phase of LS elections, nomination process begins

New Delhi/Hyderabad, Apr 18 (UNI) The Election Commission of India (ECI) has released the notification for the fourth phase of general elections, marking the commencement of the nomination process on Thursday.

#ECI issues notification for fourth phase of LS elections #nomination process begins



EC issues notice for fourth phase of LS polls in 10 states

New Delhi, Apr 18 (UNI) The Election Commission (EC) on Thursday issued notification for the fourth phase of Lok Sabha elections 2024, for 10 states.

#EC issues notice for fourth phase of LS polls in 10 states

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

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

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

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

CEO Vikas Raj directs election officials to ensure smooth nomination process

Hyderabad, April 17 (UNI) Telangana Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) Vikas Raj has issued directives to Returning Officers (ROs) and all other officials tasked with election duties to commence the nomination process smoothly, following the issuance of the Notification for Phase-IV Elections to the House of Parliament by the Election Commission of India (ECI).

#CEO Vikas Raj directs election officials to ensure smooth nomination process

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Dr. Payal Kanodia Reveals FICCI YFLO Delhi''s Roadmap for Empowering Women

New Delhi (India), April 17: Recently, the Young FICCI Ladies Organisation (YFLO), Delhi, the women’s wing of FICCI, has appointed Dr.

#YFLO #FICCI #PayalKanodia #M3MGroup



Non-local shot dead by militants in J&K’s Anantnag

Srinagar, April 17 (UNI) In a fresh targeted attack, a non-local was shot dead in Jammu and Kashmir’s Anantnag district on Wednesday.

#Non-local shot dead by militants in J&K’s Anantnag



J&K: Non-local from Bihar shot at by Terrorists at Jablipora Bijbehara

Srinagar, Apr 17 (UNI) Terrorists fired upon and critically injured a non-local from Bihar at Jablipora Bijbehara town of south Kashmir’s Anantnag district this evening.

#J&K: Non-local from Bihar shot at by Terrorists at Jablipora Bijbehara



JK: Gulam Nabi Azad not to contest LS polls from Anantnag-Rajouri seat

Srinagar, April 17 (UNI) Former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister and Democratic Progressive Azad Party (DPAP) Chairman Gulam Nabi Azad will not contest the Lok Sabha election from Anantnag-Rajouri seat.

#JK: Gulam Nabi Azad not to contest LS polls from Anantnag-Rajouri seat



ECI suggests Bengal Guv not to visit Cooch Behar during polling on Apr 19

Kolkata, Apr 17 (UNI) The Election Commission of India (ECI) has suggested West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose not to visit poll- bound Cooch Behar as his traveling to northern district may invite violation of already enforced Model Code of Conduct for the first phase voting on April 19.

#ECI suggests Bengal Guv not to visit Cooch Behar during polling on Apr 19

Finolex Industries, Mukul Madhav Foundation upgrade operation theatre at SUHRC

Pune, Apr 17 (UNI) Finolex Industries and its CSR partner Mukul Madhav Foundation have upgraded the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) with live-saving state-of-the-art equipment recently at Symbiosis University Hospital & Research Centre, Lavale, in memory of late Pralhad Chhabria, founder of Finolex Industries.

#Finolex Industries # Mukul Madhav Foundation upgrade operation theatre at SUHRC



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



LS polls: Rahul announces ''Pehli Naukri Pakki'' scheme in Mandya

Mandya (Karnataka), April 17 (UNI) Congress MP Rahul Gandhi addressed a public meeting in Mandya on Wednesday, unveiling the Congress party''s new initiative aimed at tackling youth unemployment. During his speech, he announced the launch of a new scheme named ''Pehali Naukari Pakki'', which translates to ''First Job Guaranteed''.

#LS polls: Rahul announces ''Pehli Naukri Pakki'' scheme in Mandya



UP: Priyanka attacks BJP, says PM Modi not talking about inflation, unemployment

Saharanpur (Uttar Pradesh), April 17 (UNI) AICC general secretary Priyanka Gandhi attacked the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and said that elections should be held on the public issues, but Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his leaders were not talking about unemployment, inflation, farmers and women.

#UP: Priyanka attacks BJP #says PM Modi not talking about inflation #unemployment



Srinagar boat capsize: No trace of three missing yet

Srinagar, April 17 (UNI) The rescue operation to trace three missing people, including two children, after a boat capsized in Srinagar, entered its second day on Wednesday with Army''s elite MARCOS team searching the waters along with several other disaster response forces.

#Srinagar boat capsize: No trace of three missing yet

J&K: Police attaches illegal property of notorious woman drug peddler in Shopian

Srinagar, Apr 17 (UNI) Police has attached property of an alleged notorious woman drug peddler in Jammu and Kashmir’s Shopian district on Wednesday.

#J&K: Police attaches illegal property of notorious woman drug peddler in Shopian



ECI issues notice to BRS Chief KCR for alleged violation of election code

New Delhi /Hyderabad, Apr 17 (UNI) The Election Commission India (ECI) has issued notices to BRS Chief and former Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao (KCR) for allegedly violating the Election Code.

#ECI issues notice to BRS Chief KCR for alleged violation of election code



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

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

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



No trading in BSE, NSE today

Mumbai, Apr 17 (UNI) There was no trading in Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and National Stock Exchange (NSE) on Wednesday on account of ''Ram Navami '', broker informed.

#No trading in BSE #NSE today



Aditya Birla Capital announces launch of omnichannel ABCD D2C platform

Kolkata, Apr 17 (UNI) Aditya Birla Group’s flagship diversified financial services conglomerate, Aditya Birla Capital (ABC), has embarked on a journey of transformation, charting strong growth over the past two years.

#Aditya Birla Capital announces launch of omnichannel ABCD D2C platform



5.2-magnitude quake hits Andreanof Islands, Aleutian Islands- GFZ

Beijing, Apr 17 (UNI) An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.2 jolted Andreanof Islands, Aleutian Islands at 0148 GMT on Wednesday, the GFZ German Research Centre for Geosciences said.

#5.2-magnitude quake hits Andreanof Islands #Aleutian Islands- GFZ



3 killed, 3 injured in Israeli strike in S. Lebanon

Beirut, Apr 17 (UNI) Two Hezbollah fighters and an Amal Movement member were killed and three civilians wounded on Tuesday evening in an Israeli strike on the southern Lebanese town of Shehabiya, Lebanese military sources said.

#3 killed #3 injured in Israeli strike in S. Lebanon



Bangladesh Women''s Squad for T20 Series against India announced

Dhaka, Apr 17 (UNI) Bangladesh have announced their 15-player Women''s squad for the five-match T20I series against India later this month.

#Bangladesh Women''''s Squad for T20 Series against India announced



Bangladesh Women''s Squad for T20 Series against India announced

Dhaka, Apr 17 (UNI) Bangladesh have announced their 15-player Women''s squad for the five-match T20I series against India later this month.

#Bangladesh Women''''s Squad for T20 Series against India announced

BJP candidates file nominations from Solapur, Madha LS constituency.

Solapur, Apr 16 (UNI): Two BJP candidates Ram Satpute from Solapur Lok Sabha and Ranjitsinh Naik-Nimbalkar from Madha Lok Sabha filed their nominations on Tuesday with a great show of strength under the scorching sun.

#BJP candidates file nominations from Solapur # Madha LS constituency.



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



Haryana: JJP''s first list announces five candidates

Chandigarh, Apr 16 (UNI) Jannayak Janata Party (JJP) released its first list of five candidates for the Lok Sabha elections from Haryana on Tuesday.

#Haryana: JJP''s first list announces five candidates



97 candidates file nominations for LS elections in Gujarat

Gandhinagar, April 16 (UNI) 97 candidates on Tuesday filed their nominations for the elections to 26 Lok Sabha seats in Gujarat.

#97 candidates file nominations for LS elections in Gujarat



Cong candidate Vinod Asuti files nomination for Dharwad seat

Hubballi, April 16 (UNI) Congress candidate Vinod Asuti on Tuesday filed nomination papers for the Dharwad Lok Sabha constituency, a day after BJP candidate Pralhad Joshi did it.

#Cong candidate Vinod Asuti files nomination for Dharwad seat



Army Northern command review operational preparedness in S Kashmir

Srinagar, April 16 (UNI) Northern Army Commander Lieutenant General M V Suchindra Kumar on Tuesday visited formations in south Kashmir to review operational preparedness and prevailing security situation.

#Army Northern command review operational preparedness in S Kashmir

Savsol Lubricants announces Bollywood youth icon Sidharth Malhotra as Brand Ambassador

Mumbai, Apr 16 (UNI) Savsol Lubricants, a leading player in automotive and industrial lubricants, on Tuesday announced that the company has signed Bollywood youth icon Sidharth Malhotra as its brand ambassador.

#Savsol Lubricants announces Bollywood youth icon Sidharth Malhotra as Brand Ambassador

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SC directs lawyers not to be selective with cases of mob lynching

New Delhi, April 16 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Tuesday, while hearing a petition raising concerns about a rise in incidents of mob violence against minorities, asked the lawyers not to be selective in terms of caste and religion in arguing such cases.

#SC directs lawyers not to be selective with cases of mob lynching



Telangana CM announces establishment of Special Welfare Board for Gulf and Overseas workers

Hyderabad, Apr 16 (UNI) Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has declared that the state government will soon establish a Welfare Board dedicated
to the welfare of Gulf and Overseas workers.

#Telangana CM announces establishment of Special Welfare Board for Gulf and Overseas workers



ISRO develops C-C Nozzle for Rocket engines to enhance Payload capacity

Chennai, apr 16 (UNI) The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has achieved a breakthrough in rocket engine technology with the development of a Lightweight Carbon-Carbon (C-C) nozzle for rocket engines to enhance the payload capacity.

#ISRO develops C-C Nozzle for Rocket engines to enhance Payload capacity



Dimple Yadav filed nomination from Mainpuri

Mainpuri (UP), April 16 (UNI) Sitting MP Dimple Yadav, SP candidate from Mainpuri seat and wife of party president Akhilesh Yadav, filed her nomination paper on Tuesday.

#Dimple Yadav filed nomination from Mainpuri

Gold hits another record high of Rs 75300; Rupee hits record low against USD

New Delhi, Apr 16 (UNI) Amidst rising geo-political tensions and weakened Indian currency against USD, market witnessed another upward rally in Gold as it touched new record high of Rs 75300 per 10 gram in 24-Carat category with 999 points purity.

#Gold hits another record high of Rs 75300; Rupee hits record low against USD



Maha: Shahu Maharaj files nomination as MVA candidate from Kolhapur

Kolhapur, Apr 16 (UNI) Shrimant Shahu Chhatrapati Maharaj filed his nomination paper as Congress party candidate for Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) from the Kolhapur Lok Sabha constituency on Tuesday.

#Maha: Shahu Maharaj files nomination as MVA candidate from Kolhapur

NorthEast United extend Mohammed Ali Bemammer’s contract for another season

Guwahati, Apr 16 (UNI) Indian Super League (ISL) side NorthEast United FC on Tuesday announced that midfielder Mohammed Ali Bemammer has extended his contract until the end of the 2024-25 season
As an influential midfielder, Bemammer has been an indispensable asset for the Highlanders, showcasing his athleticism and dedication in every match. Playing a pivotal role in the team''s performances throughout the ISL campaign. His commanding presence in the midfield has been
truly remarkable, dictating the flow of play on the pitch.

#NorthEast United extend Mohammed Ali Bemammer’s contract for another season



UP:BJP announces candidates for two LS and four Assembly by-polls

Lucknow, Apr 16 (UNI) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Tuesday announced two more candidates for Lok Sabha polls in Uttar Pradesh along with four Assembly seats where by-elections are to be held for different reasons.

#UP:BJP announces candidates for two LS and four Assembly by-polls



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

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

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



Odisha: Naveen announces Rs 3 lakh ex gratia for Jajpur bus accident victim''s kin

Bhubaneswar, Apr 16 (UNI) Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik has expressed his profound grief over the deaths of five people in a passenger bus near Barbati in Jajpur district and announced ex gratia of Rs 3 lakh each to the next kin of the deceased.

#Odisha: Naveen announces Rs 3 lakh ex gratia for Jajpur bus accident victim''s kin



Peace, development new normal as PM Modi transformed J&K: Amit Shah

Jammu, Apr 16 (UNI) Counting the developmental works undertaken and progress happened in one decade, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday said peace and development are the new normal under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Jammu and Kashmir.

#Peace #development new normal as PM Modi transformed J&K: Amit Shah

Legendary Kannada actor Dwarakish no more

Bengaluru, Apr 16 (UNI) The Kannada film industry is mourning the loss of veteran actor, director, and producer Dwarakish, who passed away here on Tuesday at the age of 81.

#Legendary Kannada actor Dwarakish no more

Aditya own property worth crores, but has no vehicle

Badaun (UP), Apr 16 (UNI) Aditya Yadav, son of Samajwadi Party (SP) national general secretary Shivpal Singh Yadav and the party''s Lok Sabha candidate, though own property worth crores rupees but he does not have any personal vehicle of his own, although he keeps a pistol with him for protection.

#Aditya own property worth crores # but has no vehicle



PM Modi slated to hold two BJP rallies in West Bengal''s northern districts

Kolkata, Apr 16 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address two election rallies for BJP at Balurghat and Raiganj
in West Bengal''s northern district later on Tuesday, party sources said.

#PM Modi slated to hold two BJP rallies in West Bengal''s northern districts



Incessant rainfall drenches Kashmir, snowfall at Gulmarg: MeT

Srinagar, Apr 16 (UNI) Incessant rain caused a flood-like situation in Kashmir, even though the Meteorological Centre Srinagar said there would be overall improvement in weather from Tuesday.

#Incessant rainfall drenches Kashmir #snowfall at Gulmarg: MeT

HP: No major change in weather conditions, mainly dry

Shimla, Apr 16 (UNI) There seems to be no major change in the on going weather conditions in Himachal Pradesh as the Indian Meteorological Department predicted a few more spells of rain, thunderstorms, snowfall, and mainly dry weather in the forthcoming fortnight.

#HP: No major change in weather conditions # mainly dry



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

Maha: Congress rebel Vishal Patil files nomination as independent for Sangli LS constituency

Sangli, Apr 15 (UNI) In a big jolt to Shiv Sena (UBT), an alliance partner in Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA), Congress party leader Vishal Patil filed his nomination paper as an independent candidate from Sangli Lok Sabha constituency on Monday.

#Maha: Congress rebel Vishal Patil files nomination as independent for Sangli LS constituency

EC serves show cause notice to Arunachal East MP candidate for MCC violation

Itanagar, April 15 (UNI) The Election Commission has served show cause notices to a number of contesting candidates in Arunachal Pradesh, including the sitting MP and BJP nominee from Arunachal East Parliamentary Constituency, Tapir Gao, for alleged violations of the election Model Code of Conduct (MCC), an official at the Office of Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) said on Monday.

#EC serves show cause notice to Arunachal East MP candidate for MCC violation



IndiGo announces direct flight between Delhi & Jharsuguda

Bhubaneswar, Apr 15 (UNI) IndiGo, India’s preferred carrier, has announced daily direct flights between Delhi and Jharsuguda from May 15.

#IndiGo announces direct flight between Delhi & Jharsuguda



Pralhad Joshi and others file nomination papers

Dharwad, April 15 (UNI) The Dharwad Lok Sabha constituency is in for an intense and interesting election with multiple candidates vying for the seat. Pralhad Joshi, with his strong track record and the backing of influential BJP leaders including BS Yediyurappa and Jagadish Shettar, is a prominent candidate in the race. It will be fascinating to see how the election unfolds on May 7, especially with candidates from various parties and backgrounds contesting.

#Pralhad Joshi and others file nomination papers



Maha: Apni Prajahit Party nominates Hemant Patil for Pune LS constituency

Pune, Apr 15 (UNI) Apni Prajahit Party on Monday announced the name of Hemant Patil as its party candidate for the Pune Lok Sabha constituency.

#Maha: Apni Prajahit Party nominates Hemant Patil for Pune LS constituency

JK:'Omar Abdullah not ideologically opposed to BJP, his differences seem personal': Sajad Lone

Srinagar, Apr 15 (UNI) J&K Peoples Conference President Sajad Gani Lone on Monday said that National Conference leader Omar Abdullah was not ideologically opposed to BJP.

#JK:'Omar Abdullah not ideologically opposed to BJP # his differences seem personal': Sajad Lone

Maha: MPs Sanjay Mandlik, Dharyasheel Mane file nomination papers

Kolhapur, Apr 15 (UNI) Sitting Shiv Sena (Shinde) MPs Sanjay Mandlik and Dharyasheel Mane on Monday filed nomination papers as Mahayuti candidates from Kolhapur and Hatkanangale Lok Sabha constituencies respectively, in the presence of Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and other leaders of Mahayuti.

#Maha: MPs Sanjay Mandlik # Dharyasheel Mane file nomination papers

TCS announces new delivery centre in Brazil

Mumbai, April 15 (UNI) Tata Group flagship company and global IT giant TCS on Monday announced an opening of new delivery centre in Londrina, Brazil, and further strengthened its position there. The new centre will assist Brazilian organisations in their technological transformation, with a focus on strategic areas such as digital transformation, artificial intelligence, and cognitive business operations.

#TCS announces new delivery centre in Brazil

Maritime major Cloud Nautical Solutions opens office at Technopark

Thiruvananthapuram, April 15 (UNI) Cloud Nautical Solutions India Pvt. Ltd., a major software company in maritime industry, has opened its new office at Technopark Phase-4 (Technocity) at Pallippuram here as part of its strategy to explore new markets.

#Maritime major Cloud Nautical Solutions opens office at Technopark

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

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

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



India will shine when Manipur, northeast develop: Amit Shah

Imphal, April 15 (UNI) Manipur and the entire northeast are so important that when they shine the whole nation will move forward, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said addressing a BJP public meeting at Hapta Kangjeibung on Monday.

#India will shine when Manipur #northeast develop: Amit Shah



Above normal monsoon is expected in India this year: IMD

New Delhi, Apr 15 (UNI) Above normal monsoon is expected over most parts of the country during June to September this year except some areas of Northwest, East and Northeast India, where below normal rainfall is very likely, the India Meteorological Department said on Monday.

#Above normal monsoon is expected in India this year: IMD

Greenko School announces fully funded PhD fellowships in sustainable engineering

Hyderabad, Apr 15 (UNI) The Greenko School of Sustainability (GSS), a collaboration between Greenko Group and IIT Hyderabad, on Monday invited applications for fully funded PhD fellowship programmes in Sustainable Engineering for the year 2024.

#Greenko School announces fully funded PhD fellowships in sustainable engineering



Delhi excise policy case: No interim relief for Kejriwal, SC issues notice to ED

New Delhi, Apr 15 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Monday issued notice to the Enforcement Directorate on the plea of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal challenging his arrest by the ED in the Excise policy case.

#Delhi excise policy case: No interim relief for Kejriwal #SC issues notice to ED



Northeast region people want to get rid of BJP: Cong

New Delhi, Apr 15 (UNI) The Congress on Monday claimed that it will clean sweep the Northeast region in the upcoming Lok Sabha election as there was a strong undercurrent in its favour and the people want to get rid of the BJP.

#Northeast region people want to get rid of BJP: Cong



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

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

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



Delhi excise policy case: No interim relief for Kejriwal, SC issues notice to ED

New Delhi, Apr 15 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Monday issued notice to the Enforcement Drirectorate on the plea of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal challenging his arrest by the ED in the Excise policy case.

#Delhi excise policy case: No interim relief for Kejriwal #SC issues notice to ED



Urban Junggle: Transforming Pest Management with Innovation and Integrity

New Delhi (India), April 15: In the bustling urban landscape of Ahmedabad, Urban Junggle is making waves as a pioneering force in the field of pest management.

#Urban Junggle



A solo exhibition by renowned Artist Sangeeta Singh “Here Comes The Sun”

#Here Comes The Sun

Penguin announces pre-order of Kathmandu Chronicle

Kolkata, Apr 15 (UNI) Penguin has announced the pre-order of Kathmandu Chronicle, bringing to light new perspectives on past developments and future prospects for India and Nepal.

#Penguin announces pre-order of Kathmandu Chronicle

Light rain & snowfall in scattered places across HP

Shimla, Apr 15 (UNI) Despite an orange alert being issued in the last two days, mainly dry weather conditions continue in Himachal Pradesh.

#Light rain & snowfall in scattered places across HP



Kashmir lashed by widespread rains, snowfall over higher reaches: MeT

Srinagar, Apr 15 (UNI) Kashmir valley lashed by widespread light to moderate rain while some higher reaches experienced a fresh light snowfall for the second consecutive day on Monday, bringing down the temperature, officials said.

#Kashmir lashed by widespread rains #snowfall over higher reaches: MeT

Telangana Minister lauds Argala Revive for its innovative approach & top-notch services

Hyderabad, Apr 14 (UNI) Telangana''s IT and Industries Minister, D Sridhar Babu, lauded Argala Revive for its innovative approach, advanced equipment, and top-notch services.

#Telangana Minister lauds Argala Revive for its innovative approach & top-notch services



Karnataka Governor seeks probe into cash-for-jobs racket at KOMUL

Bengaluru, April 14 (UNI) The Karnataka Governor, who is also the Chancellor of Mangalore University, has reportedly written to state authorities for an independent probe into the recruitment process at KOMUL, involving Congress leader KY Nanjegowda and other members.

#Karnataka Governor seeks probe into cash-for-jobs racket at KOMUL

1 killed, 5 injured in Israeli raid on Lebanon village

Beirut, Apr 14 (UNI) A Lebanese civilian was killed and five others injured early Sunday morning in Israeli air strikes on a village in southern Lebanon, according to Lebanese military sources.

#1 killed # 5 injured in Israeli raid on Lebanon village

Iran tells Turkey it will not carry out new attacks if Israel gives no response

Tehran, Apr 14 (UNI) Tehran has assured Ankara that it will not carry out new strikes on Israel if there is no response from the Jewish state, a Turkish diplomatic source told Sputnik.

#Iran tells Turkey it will not carry out new attacks if Israel gives no response



Bihar: It is not manifesto but "Jumla Patra " of BJP: Congress

Patna, Apr 14 (UNI) Bihar Congress on Sunday described the manifesto of BJP as " Jumla Patra", released for the ongoing Lok Sabha elections.

#Bihar: It is not manifesto but "Jumla Patra " of BJP: Congress



Israel to respond to Iran''s attack, scale of response not yet determined

Jerusalem, April 14 (UNI) Israel will respond to Iran’s attack, but the scale of its response is not yet determined, CNN reported on Sunday, citing an unnamed Israeli official.

#Israel to respond to Iran''s attack #scale of response not yet determined

AP Governor pays tributes to Ambedkar

Vijayawada, Apr 14 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Governor S Abdul Nazeer offered rich tributes to Bharat Ratna Baba Saheb Dr. B.R. Ambedkar on his 133rd Birth anniversary, by offering flowers to his portrait at a programme held at Durbar Hall in Raj Bhavan on Sunday.

#AP Governor pays tributes to Ambedkar

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



K''aka governor seeks probe into KOMUL recruitment process

Bengaluru, April 14 (UNI) Karnataka Governor, who is also the Chancellor of Mangalore University, has reportedly written to state authorities for an independent probe into the recruitment process at KOMUL, involving Congress leader KY Nanjegowda and other members.

#K''aka governor seeks probe into KOMUL recruitment process

West Bengal notes highest number of male infertility cases: study

Kolkata, Apr 14 (UNI) Indira IVF, India’s largest network of infertility treatment hospitals, has reported a significant rise in the number of infertility cases in West Bengal.

#West Bengal notes highest number of male infertility cases: study



Telangana joins nation in honouring Ambedkar on 133rd birth anniversary

Hyderabad, April 14 (UNI) Telangana joined the nation in paying homage to the chief architect of the Constitution and champion of the underprivileged, Dr B R Ambedkar, on his 133rd birth anniversary on Sunday.

#Telangana joins nation in honouring Ambedkar on 133rd birth anniversary



J&K LG flags off Shri Mata Vaishno Devi ''Pracheen Marg Pavitra Chhari'' Yatra

Jammu, April 14 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday attended the auspicious ‘Pratham Pooja’ of the 22nd Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Pracheen Marg Pavitra Chhari Yatra at the holy Kol Kandoli Temple in Nagrota here on the city outskirts.

#J&K LG flags off Shri Mata Vaishno Devi ''Pracheen Marg Pavitra Chhari'' Yatra



Kerala governor greets Malayalees on Vishu festival

Thiruvananthapuram, April 14 (UNI) Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan has greeted Malayalees all over the world on the occasion of Vishu festival.

#Kerala governor greets Malayalees on Vishu festival



Kashmir valley lashed by rains, snowfall at Sonamarg

Srinagar, April 14 (UNI) Kashmir Valley was lashed by rain, while some higher reaches of Kupwara and tourist resort of Sonamarg experienced fresh snowfall during the past 24 hours, officials said.

#Kashmir valley lashed by rains #snowfall at Sonamarg

US not seeking conflict with Iran, will support Defence of Israel

Washington, April 14 (UNI) The United States will take all the necessary measures to protect its forces in the Middle East, as well as Israel, noting, however, that Washington is not seeking conflict with Iran, US Secretary of Defence Lloyd Austin said.

#US not seeking conflict with Iran # will support Defence of Israel



Mass stabbing attack at Sydney mall not driven by ideology

Sydney, April 14 (UNI) Australian police on Sunday identified the perpetrator of a Sydney shopping centre stabbing that killed six people, saying no intelligence would suggest the attack was driven by ideology.

#Mass stabbing attack at Sydney mall not driven by ideology

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

AP CM Jagan Reddy suffers minor injury in stone pelting incident

Vijayawada, Apr 13 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy suffered a minor injury on his forehead in a stone pelting incident at Dabhakotla centre in Singh Nagar area here on Saturday.

#AP CM Jagan Reddy suffers minor injury in stone pelting incident

Jaishankar's statement that China not occupied any Indian land is 'misleading' : Owaisi

Hyderabad, Apr 13 (UNI) AIMIM President Asaduddin Owaisi on Saturday said the statement of External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar that China has not occupied any Indian land is completely ''''misleading''.

#Jaishankar's statement that China not occupied any Indian land is 'misleading' : Owaisi



Hyd : AIMIM not to ally with any party in Telangana: Owaisi

Hyderabad, Apr 13 (UNI) All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) Chief Asaduddin Owaisi on Saturday clarified that its party is not in alliance with any party in Telangana state.

#Hyd : AIMIM not to ally with any party in Telangana: Owaisi

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

Puri (Odisha), Apr 13 (UNI) Puri Additional Sessions Judge Ramanath Panda on Friday sentenced a man to ten year Rigorous Imprisonment (RI) with a fine of Rs. 20,000 for raping a minor girl.

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

Technology helps healthcare to reach inaccessible areas through telemedicine : Dr.Kim

Bhubaneswar, Apr 13 (UNI) The progress in technology has rendered distance irrelevant making it possible to reach healthcare to inaccessible places through telemedicine, Dr. Ramasamy Kim, an expert in the field said.

#Technology helps healthcare to reach inaccessible areas through telemedicine : Dr.Kim

Shiv Sena announces first list of 9 candidates for LS Election in Punjab

Patiala, Apr 13 (UNI) Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) Punjab President Harish Singla on Saturday announced the first list of nine candidates for the Lok Sabha election in Punjab.

#Shiv Sena announces first list of 9 candidates for LS Election in Punjab

Institutional investments in real estate nosedive as foreign investors turn cautious

New Delhi, April 13 (UNI) Institutional investments in the country’s real estate sector slumped 55% year-on-year to US$ 552.1 million in January-March quarter (Q1) of 2024 as foreign investors stayed away from the market in the wake of global macro-economic uncertainties and geo-political tensions, property consultant Vestian said in a report on Saturday.

#Institutional investments in real estate nosedive as foreign investors turn cautious

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



BSP announces Jagjit Chharbarh for Patiala LS seat in Punjab

Hoshiarpur (Punjab), Apr 13 (UNI) Mr Jagjit Chharbarh will be the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) candidate for the Patiala Lok Sabha seat, the party announced on Saturday.

#BSP announces Jagjit Chharbarh for Patiala LS seat in Punjab



SAD announces first list of 7 Candidates for LS Election in Punjab

Chandigarh, Apr 13 (UNI) Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) President Sukhbir Singh Badal on Saturday announced the first list of seven candidates for the Lok Sabha election in Punjab.
Choosing the historic and pious occasion of ‘Khalsa Sirjana Divas’ as the most suited day to sound the poll bugle, Badal released the first list of 7 candidates who are senior SAD leaders.

#SAD announces first list of 7 Candidates for LS Election in Punjab



Arunachal: Ninong Ering escapes road accident with minor injuries

Itanagar, Apr 13 (UNI) Former Union Minister and present BJP MLA candidate from Pasighat West Assembly Constituency, Ninong Ering escaped a road accident with minor injuries on Saturday.

#Arunachal: Ninong Ering escapes road accident with minor injuries

Arunachal: Ex-Union Minister Ninong Ering sustains minor injuries in road accident

Itanagar, Apr 13 (UNI) Former Union Minister and BJP candidate from Pasighat West Assembly Constituency, Ninong Ering sustained minor injuries in a road accident on Saturday.

#Arunachal: Ex-Union Minister Ninong Ering sustains minor injuries in road accident

No casualties reported in 5.2-magnitude quake in China's Xizang

Lhasa, Apr 13 (UNI) A 5.2-magnitude earthquake jolted the Rutog County in Ali Prefecture, southwest China''s Xizang Autonomous Region, at 1:44 p.m. Saturday (Beijing Time), according to the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC).

#No casualties reported in 5.2-magnitude quake in China's Xizang



This is my team, I''m proud of the players: NorthEast United head coach Benali

Guwahati, Apr 13 (UNI) NorthEast United FC head coach Juan Pedro Benali wants his team to end their Indian Super League (ISL) 2023–24 campaign on a positive note as they take on Odisha FC at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium here on Saturday night.

#This is my team #I''m proud of the players: NorthEast United head coach Benali



This is my team, I''m proud of the players: NorthEast United head coach Benali

Guwahati, Apr 13 (UNI) NorthEast United FC head coach Juan Pedro Benali wants his team to end their Indian Super League (ISL) 2023–24 campaign on a positive note as they take on Odisha FC at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium here on Saturday night.

#This is my team #I''m proud of the players: NorthEast United head coach Benali

Minor girl mauled by pack of dogs in UP

Deoria (UP), April 13 (UNI) A four-year-old unidentified girl was mauled by a pack of dogs in Sadar Kotwali area of Deoria district here in Uttar Pradesh, a police officer said here on Saturday.

#Minor girl mauled by pack of dogs in UP



7 die in school bus accident in north Tanzania

Dar Es Salaam, Apr 13 (UNI) At least seven pupils were killed and four others injured on Friday morning when their school bus plunged into a flooded gorge in Tanzania''s northern Arusha region, local police said Saturday.

#7 die in school bus accident in north Tanzania



Another war-left U.S. aerial bomb unearthed in southern Cambodia: official

Phnom Penh, Apr 13 (UNI) A Cambodian Mine Action Center (CMAC)''s expert team has found a war-left U.S.-made MK-82 aerial bomb in the Mekong River in southern Kandal province, a mine clearance chief said on Saturday.

#Another war-left U.S. aerial bomb unearthed in southern Cambodia: official

Ram Temple not an election issue, will never be: Anurag Thakur

Una (HP), April 12 (UNI) Union Information and Broadcasting Minister Anurag Thakur said on Friday that the allegations of the Congress that Ram Temple construction is an election issue of the BJP are "untrue".

#Ram Temple not an election issue # will never be: Anurag Thakur

No change in age limit for state Govt employees

Hyderabad, Apr 12 (UNI) Official sources have debunked rumours circulating in various newspapers and social media platforms regarding the age limit for state government employees.

#No change in age limit for state Govt employees

Fake NCP and fake Shiv Sena now with BJP: NCP (SCP)

Mumbai, April 12 (UNI) Nationalist Congress Party (SCP) Chief Spokesman Mahesh Tapase on Friday came down heavily on Union Home Minister Amit Shah for calling his party a "fake NCP" and questioning the contribution of Sharad Pawar.

#Fake NCP and fake Shiv Sena now with BJP: NCP (SCP)



MAH :INDIA Alliance has no agenda for the development of the country:Nadda

Gondia, Apr 12 (UNI) Bhartiya Jantha Party (BJP) National President J P Nadda on Friday said that India Alliance has no agenda for the development of the country, they have only one agenda – remove Narendra Modi and abuse him
Addressing an election campaigning rally at Circus Ground in Gondia to campaign for Mahayuti candidate Sunil Mendhe of Bandara-Gondia and Ashok Nete of Gadchiroli Chimur constituencies Nadda said, the coming Lok Sabha election is a fight between the ideology of the BJP under Prime Minister Modi who wants to take the country forward and the agenda-less oppositionIndia alliance.

#MAH :INDIA Alliance has no agenda for the development of the country:Nadda

Putin says no issue can be solved without space technology today

Moscow, April 12 (UNI) There are no issues that can be solved today without using space technology, Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Friday.

#Putin says no issue can be solved without space technology today

No new water connection in Himachal during summer

Shimla, April 12 (UNI) The Jal Shakti Department has imposed a complete ban on the granting of new water connections to end water shortage in Himachal Pradesh in the summer season, said an official spokesman on Friday.

#No new water connection in Himachal during summer

'Pratiharis' to guard Sri Jagannath temple to prevent entry of non Hindus

Puri, Apr 12 (UNI) In order to prevent the entry of non-Hindus, the Sri Jagannath temple administration in Puri has decided to deploy "Pratiharis," a traditional servitor community, within the temple premises.

#'Pratiharis' to guard Sri Jagannath temple to prevent entry of non Hindus



ISL: Odisha FC seek positivity before playoffs against NorthEast United FC

Guwahati, Apr 12 (UNI) Odisha FC will want to gather some positive rhythm before the playoffs when they lock horns with NorthEast United FC at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium here in the Indian Super League (ISL) match on Saturday at 7:30 pm IST.

#ISL: Odisha FC seek positivity before playoffs against NorthEast United FC

UP : AAP announces support to SP in LS polls in Uttar Pradesh

Lucknow, Apr 12 (UNI) Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Friday announced unconditional support to Akhilesh Yadav-led Samajwadi Party (SP) candidates in the Lok Sabha elections in Uttar Pradesh.

#UP : AAP announces support to SP in LS polls in Uttar Pradesh



MEA issues travel advisory for Indians to not travel Iran or Israel

New Delhi, April 12( UNI) India on Friday issued a travel advisory to its citizens to not travel to Iran or Israel amid the "prevailing situation in the region" till further notice.

#MEA issues travel advisory for Indians to not travel Iran or Israel



TRAI allows testing of new innovations, business models through Regulatory Sandbox

New Delhi, Apr 12 (UNI) In view of new technological developments in the 5G/6G mobile telephony, Machine to Machine Communications, Artificial Intelligence, the Internet of Things, Virtual Reality, and others, there is a need to provide an environment in which new technologies, services, use cases and business models can be tested in live networks, or existing functions or processes can be refined.

#TRAI allows testing of new innovations #business models through Regulatory Sandbox

Biden growing frustrated with Congress delay to approve Ukraine aid, no plan B

Washington, Apr 12 (UNI) The Biden administration is growing frustrated with Congress'' delay in approving new Ukraine aid because it has no backup plan to help Kiev, Bloomberg News reported on Thursday, citing people familiar with the matter.

#Biden growing frustrated with Congress delay to approve Ukraine aid # no plan B



K''taka: Eshwarappa files nomination as Independent in Shivamogga

Bengaluru, April 12 (UNI) Karnataka Rebel BJP leader KS Eshwarappa on Friday filed his nomination as an Independent candidate in the upcoming Lok Sabha election after being denied a ticket by the party.

#K''taka: Eshwarappa files nomination as Independent in Shivamogga

Day temperatures above normal at few places over Arunachal Pradesh

Pune, Apr 12 (UNI) Day temperatures were appreciably above normal (3.1°C to 5.0°C) at a few places over Arunachal Pradesh; at isolated places over Assam and Meghalaya; above normal
(1.6°C to 3.0°C) at many places over Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram and Tripura, Kerala and
Mahe; at a few places over west Rajasthan, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal; at isolated places over Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, Gilgit, Baltistan, Muzaffarabad, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Maharashtra, north interior Karnataka, coastal Andhra Pradesh and Yanam.

#Day temperatures above normal at few places over Arunachal Pradesh

Iranian response to Israeli strike in Damascus to be limited, non-escalatory

Tehran, Apr 12 (UNI) Iran will respond to Israel’s strike on its consulate in Damascus, Syria, but will do it in an “appropriate” way to avoid an escalation, Axios reported, citing a person in the know.

#Iranian response to Israeli strike in Damascus to be limited # non-escalatory



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

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

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



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

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

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

Kerala Blasters head coach Vukomanovic offers update on Diamantakos

Hyderabad, Apr 12 (UNI) Kerala Blasters FC disclosed that midfielder Adrian Luna could likely to make an appearance in their upcoming Indian Super League (ISL) match against Hyderabad FC, while confirming that forward Dimitrios Diamantakos will be sidelined for the game.

#Kerala Blasters head coach Vukomanovic offers update on Diamantakos

Kerala : Nail-biting clincher marks the finale of Technopark cricket tourney

Thiruvananthapuram, Apr 12 (UNI) Technopark Premier League (TPL 2023)cricket tournament concluded with H&R Block Blue lifting the title for the second time in a row, trouncing Guide House Blue in a nail-biting final match.

#Kerala : Nail-biting clincher marks the finale of Technopark cricket tourney



Time is not far when J&K will see Assembly elections: PM Modi at Udhampur

Jammu, Apr 12 (UNI) Assuring that statehood will soon be restored to Jammu and Kashmir, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday that time is not far when Assembly elections will be held here.

#Time is not far when J&K will see Assembly elections: PM Modi at Udhampur



NC announces Omar Abdullah as party candidate from Baramulla seat, Aga Ruhullah from Srinagar

Srinagar, Apr 12 (UNI) National Conference (NC) on Friday announced candidates from two constituencies from Kashmir, with party vice president Omar Abdullah contesting from Baramulla Lok Sabha seat.

#NC announces Omar Abdullah as party candidate from Baramulla seat #Aga Ruhullah from Srinagar



No significant impact of Modi in K''taka: Home min Dr Parameshwara

Bengaluru, Apr 12 (UNI) Confident of the Congress party''s prospects in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections in Karnataka, Home Minister Dr. G Parameshwara on Friday implied that voters in Karnataka may not be swayed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi''s campaigning as it did previously.

#No significant impact of Modi in K''taka: Home min Dr Parameshwara



Mexico denounces Ecuador to ICJ for embassy raid

Mexico City, Apr 12 (UNI) The Mexican government formally denounced Ecuador''s government to the International Court of Justice (ICJ) for the police raid on the Mexican embassy in Quito on April 5, Mexican Foreign Minister Alicia Barcena announced on Thursday.

#Mexico denounces Ecuador to ICJ for embassy raid

Maharashtra: VBA announces name of ten candidates for LS election

Mumbai, Apr 11 (UNI) The Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi (VBA) on Thursday announced its fifth list of 10 candidates for the Lok Sabha elections in Maharashtra.

#Maharashtra: VBA announces name of ten candidates for LS election

Cross-border narco smuggling bid foiled in J&K's Nowshera

Jammu, Apr 11 (UNI) A Village Defence Committee (VDC) member in one of the villages falling ahead of the Anti-Infiltration Obstacle System (AIOS), referred to as LoC fence, foiled a cross-border narco smuggling bid leading to the recovery of a massive consignment in Nowshera sector of Rajouri district in Jammu and Kashmir.

#Cross-border narco smuggling bid foiled in J&K's Nowshera

Orange alert: HP braces for rain, snow and storms

Shimla, April 11 (UNI) Himachal Pradesh is bracing for rain, snow and storms under the impact of a fresh active western disturbance, set to arrive on Friday.

#Orange alert: HP braces for rain # snow and storms

Haryana:.Sarvhit Party announces support to Abhay Chautala

Kaithal. Apr 11 (UNI) Indian National Lok Dal''s Principal General Secretary Abhay Chautala''s election campaign got a boost on Thursday when the Sarvhit Party announced its support to INLD in the Lok Sabha elections.

#Haryana:.Sarvhit Party announces support to Abhay Chautala



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

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

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

HP:Agnohotri denounces BJP for its attempt to destabilise government in Himachal

Shimla, Apr 11 (UNI) Himachal Pradesh''s Deputy Chief Minister, Mukesh Agnihotri, denounced the Bharatiya Janata Party''s (BJP) attempt to destabilise the Congress-led government in Himachal Pradesh.

#HP:Agnohotri denounces BJP for its attempt to destabilise government in Himachal



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



Notification for 3rd phase of LS polls in UP to be issued on Friday

Lucknow, April 11 (UNI) Notification for the third phase of Lok Sabha election, covering 10 constituencies in Uttar Pradesh, will be issued on Friday.

#Notification for 3rd phase of LS polls in UP to be issued on Friday

Day temperatures above normal at few places over Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh & Delhi

Pune, Apr 11(UNI) Day temperatures were appreciably above normal (3.1°C to 5.0°C) at many places over Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi; at a few places over Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, Gilgit, Baltistan, Muzaffarabad; at isolated places over west Rajasthan, west Uttar Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam and Meghalaya; above normal (1.6°C to 3.0°C) at many places over Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh,; at a few places over east Rajasthan, Kerala and Mahe, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal, coastal Andhra Pradesh and Yanam; at isolated places over east Uttar Pradesh, Sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim, Bihar, Madhya Maharashtra and Gujarat.

#Day temperatures above normal at few places over Punjab # Haryana # Chandigarh & Delhi



LS Polls: Udhampur declared ‘No Fly Zone’ as PM Modi to address public rally tomorrow

Jammu, Apr 11 (UNI) Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to address a public rally in support of BJP candidate from Udhampur-Kathua Parliamentary Constituency Dr Jitendra Singh at Udhampur town, the district administration has declared the area as ‘No Fly Zone’.

#LS Polls: Udhampur declared ‘No Fly Zone’ as PM Modi to address public rally tomorrow

Mahayuti nominee MP Sanjay Mandlik creates controversy with objectionable remark against MVA candidate

Kolhapur, Apr 11 (UNI) MP Sanjay Mandlik, who is contesting on Shiv Sena (Shinde) ticket as Mahayuti candidate from Kolhapur Lok Sabha constituency, on Thursday stirred up a hornets'' nest by making an objectionable statement against Shrimant Shahu Chhatrapati Maharaj, who is also contesting from Kolhapur on Congress ticket as a Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) candidate.

#Mahayuti nominee MP Sanjay Mandlik creates controversy with objectionable remark against MVA candidate



Mumbai Indians sign Harvik Desai as replacement for Vishnu Vinod

Mumbai, Apr 11 (UNI) Wicket-keeper batter Vishnu Vinod has been ruled out of the remainder of the Tata IPL 2024 owing to an injury to his forearm.

#Mumbai Indians sign Harvik Desai as replacement for Vishnu Vinod

2025 Asian Winter Games to highlight environmental protection, technology

Harbin, Apr 11 (UNI) With just over 300 days until the opening of the 9th Asian Winter Games
in 2025, preparations in Harbin, northeast China''s Heilongjiang Province, are proceeding in an
orderly manner, with a focus on environmental protection and technology, according to the
Games'' organizing committee.

#2025 Asian Winter Games to highlight environmental protection # technology

Hyderabad: AIC-CCMB and BFI come together to foster Biomedical Innovation

Hyderabad, Apr 11 (UNI) Atal Incubation Centre -Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (AIC-CCMB), a premier incubator focused on promoting entrepreneurship in life sciences, health, pharmaceuticals, and biotechnology, here on Thursday signed a MoU with Blockchain For Impact (BFI) under the BFI-Biome Network, to identify and innovate in the biomedical sector to solve pressing health challenges.

#Hyderabad: AIC-CCMB and BFI come together to foster Biomedical Innovation



Union Minister Chaubey annoyed over denial of BJP ticket from Buxar

Patna, April 11(UNI) Union Minister and senior BJP leader Ashwini Kumar Chaubey on Thursday expressed his annoyance over denial of party ticket to him from Buxar Lok Sabha seat.

#Union Minister Chaubey annoyed over denial of BJP ticket from Buxar



Naidu to give priority to welfare of minorities if voted to power

Eluru, Apr 11 (UNI) TDP national President and former Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has assured minorities to giving priority to their welfare if his party is voted to power.

#Naidu to give priority to welfare of minorities if voted to power

Cancellation of appointment aligns with provisions of MCC : Punjab Governor’s Office

Chandigarh, Apr 11 (UNI) The Press Statement of Chandigarh, Mayor, Kuldeep Kumar regarding
Administrator’s ‘refusal to meet Mayor’, is reprehensible, Governor''s office sources here said.

#Cancellation of appointment aligns with provisions of MCC : Punjab Governor’s Office

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Eid-Ul-Fitr celebrated across Bengal; governor, CM convey greetings

Kolkata, Apr 11 (UNI) Eid-Ul-Fitr, one of the largest festivals of the Muslim community marking the end of month-long fasting (Ramzan), was celebrated across West Bengal on Thursday as hundreds and thousands of people wearing new clothes assembled at the mosques and offered prayer early in the morning.

#Eid-Ul-Fitr celebrated across Bengal; governor #CM convey greetings



DK Shivakumar gets Lokayukta notice in DA case

Bengaluru, Apr 11 (UNI) Karnataka Lokayukta has served a notice to Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, asking him to submit documents regarding the Disproportionate Assets (DA) case for investigation.

#DK Shivakumar gets Lokayukta notice in DA case



No trading in BSE and NSE today

Mumbai, Apr 11 (UNI) There was no trading in Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and National Stock Exchange (NSE) on Thursday on account of Eid-ul-Fitr, broker informed.

#No trading in BSE and NSE today



Maharashtra Governor greets people on Eid-Ul-Fitr

Mumbai, Apr 11 (UNI) Maharashtra Governor Ramesh Bais on Thursday greeted the people of the state on the occasion of Eid-Ul-Fitr (Ramzan Eid).

#Maharashtra Governor greets people on Eid-Ul-Fitr

Congress announces candidates for Dhule, Jalna constituencies

Mumbai, Apr 10 (UNI) All India Congress Committee (AICC) general secretary, K C Venugopal on Wednesday announced names of candidates for Dhule and Jalna Lok Sabha constituencies in Maharashtra.

#Congress announces candidates for Dhule # Jalna constituencies

Earlier Akali Dal patronised drug smugglers, now their sons are selling drugs: AAP

Chandigarh, Apr 10 (UNI) The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), Punjab, launched a blistering attack on the
Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leaders for "assisting" the drug mafia to flourish in the state.

#Earlier Akali Dal patronised drug smugglers # now their sons are selling drugs: AAP

CUO, IGNCA to safeguard & promote traditional knowledge

Bhubaneswar, Apr 10 (UNI) The Central University of Odisha (CUO), Koraput, in collaboration with Indira Gandhi National Centre for Arts (IGNCA), New Delhi will safeguard and promote traditional knowledge under aegis of Ministry of Culture.

#CUO # IGNCA to safeguard & promote traditional knowledge

Don't deprive nomads of voting right, create mechanism: J&K Cong leaders to ECI

Jammu, Apr 10 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee Senior Vice President and Chief Spokesperson Ravinder Sharma on Wednesday stated that the Gujjar-Bakerwal and other Scheduled Tribe Communities have embarked on their seasonal migration to upper reaches alongwith their livestock and would be deprived of their valuable voting right.

#Don't deprive nomads of voting right # create mechanism: J&K Cong leaders to ECI

Another non-tribal labourer killed in Meghalaya

Shillong, Apr 10 (UNI) In another shocking incident, a non-tribal labourer was allegedly lynched to death, and another seriously injured, by masked men here in Meghalaya on Wednesday.

#Another non-tribal labourer killed in Meghalaya

Another non-tribal labourer killed in Meghalaya

Shillong, Apr 10 (UNI) In another shocking incident, a non-tribal labourer was allegedly lynched to death, and another seriously injured, by masked men here in Meghalaya on Wednesday.

#Another non-tribal labourer killed in Meghalaya

EC issues show-cause notice to VPP chief

Shillong, Apr 10 (UNI) The Returning officer of Shillong Parliamentary seat in Meghalaya, Sibhi Chakravarthy Sadhu, on Wednesday issued two show-cause notices to Voice of People’s Party (VPP) president Ardent Miller Basaiawmoit.

#EC issues show-cause notice to VPP chief

Mizoram: MLA Chakma sees no reason for his disqualification

Aizawl, Apr 10 (UNI) Chief Executive Member (CEM) of the Chakma Autonomous District Council (CADC) and legislator of the Mizoram legislative assembly, Rasik Mohan Chakma, said on Wednesday that there is no reason why he has to be disqualified as a legislator.

#Mizoram: MLA Chakma sees no reason for his disqualification



Organ transplant racket busted in two states; NHRC issues notice

New Delhi, Apr 10 (UNI) The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) on Wednesday issued notices to Haryana and Rajasthan over the reported organ transplant racket busted by the health department across these two states.

#Organ transplant racket busted in two states; NHRC issues notice

Invenco by GVR unveils Bengaluru technology centre

Mumbai, Apr 10 (UNI) Invenco by GVR, a subsidiary of the Vontier Corporation, unveiled its brand-new office in Bengaluru on Wednesday.

#Invenco by GVR unveils Bengaluru technology centre

Namibia's football head coach nominated for regional Men's Coach of the Year

Windhoek, Apr 10 (UNI) Namibia men''s football team coach Collin Benjamin has been nominated for the Council of Southern Africa Football Associations (COSAFA) Men''s Coach of the Year Award, the country''s football governing body NFA announced on Wednesday.

#Namibia's football head coach nominated for regional Men's Coach of the Year



Those who tease innocent won''t be spared: Yogi

Meerut (UP), April 10 (UNI) Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday issued a stern warning to criminals stressing that the guilty will not get even a place for their last rites if innocent people are harmed.

#Those who tease innocent won''t be spared: Yogi

KABIL signs MoU with CSIR-IMMT on technical, knowledge cooperation for critical minerals

Bhubaneswar, April 10 (UNI) Khanij Bidesh India Limited (KABIL) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research, Institute of Minerals and Materials Technology (CSIR-IMMT) for technical and knowledge cooperation in critical minerals.

#KABIL signs MoU with CSIR-IMMT on technical # knowledge cooperation for critical minerals



Congress making attempt for another division of the country : Shah

Gaya (Bihar), Apr 10 (UNI) Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday accused Congress of making attempt for another division of the country but Narendra Modi government would not allow it to happen.

#Congress making attempt for another division of the country : Shah



Telangana Governor extends Eid-ul-Fitr greetings to Muslims

Hyderabad, Apr 10 (UNI) Telangana Governor C P Radhakrishnan on Wednesday extended his greetings to the Muslim brethren on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr, which will be celebrated on Thursday.

#Telangana Governor extends Eid-ul-Fitr greetings to Muslims

KCR announces Nivedita as BRS candidate for Cantonment assembly by-election

Hyderabad, April 10 (UNI) BRS chief and former Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao (KCR) has officially declared Nivedita as the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) candidate for the upcoming Cantonment Assembly constituency by-election scheduled for May 13.

#KCR announces Nivedita as BRS candidate for Cantonment assembly by-election

Day temperatures above normal at few places over Rajasthan, Assam

Pune, April 10 (UNI) Day temperatures were appreciably above normal (3.1°C to 5.0°C) at a few places over west Rajasthan, Assam, Meghalaya, Kerala, and Mahe; at isolated places over Jammu, Kashmir, Ladakh, Gilgit, Baltistan, Muzaffarabad, Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, and east Rajasthan; above normal (1.6°C to 3.0°C) at many places over Uttar Pradesh and Gujarat state; at a few places over West Bengal and Sikkim, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, and Tripura; coastal Andhra Pradesh and Yanam; Tamil Nadu; Puducherry and Karaikal; and Lakshadweep; at isolated places over Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, west Madhya Pradesh, Konkan, Goa, Madhya Maharashtra, and Karnataka.

#Day temperatures above normal at few places over Rajasthan # Assam

GenAI platform Hanooman enters into strategic partnership with 3AI Holding

Kolkata, Apr 10 (UNI) 3AI Holding Limited, a global AI investment firm from Abu Dhabi, on Wednesday announced that it has entered into a strategic partnership with SML India, allowing them to jointly own ‘Hanooman’, India’s largest and most affordable, accessible, and attainable multilingual GenAI platform.

#GenAI platform Hanooman enters into strategic partnership with 3AI Holding



Dravidian leader and Former TN Minister RMV cremated with full state honours

Chennai, Apr 10 (UNI) The mortal remains of veteran Dravidian leader and former
Tamil Nadu Minister R M Veerappan, a trusted lieutenant and mentor of AIADMK
Founder MGR, who died yesterday due to old age, was cremated with full state
honours on Wednesday evening.

#Dravidian leader and Former TN Minister RMV cremated with full state honours

Now Australia, Spain bat for recognising Palestine

Sydney, April 10 (UNI) Australia and Spain broke a long-standing diplomatic taboo in the West, becoming the latest nations to support the official recognition of a Palestinian state, according to media reports.

#Now Australia # Spain bat for recognising Palestine



CSIR-CCMB & BFI-Biome network collaborate to propel biomedical innovation

Hyderabad, Apr 10 (UNI) The Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB), a premier life science research organization under the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), has embarked on a strategic partnership with Blockchain For Impact (BFI) under the BFI-Biome Virtual Network Program, aimed at catalyzing biomedical research and innovation in India.

#CSIR-CCMB & BFI-Biome network collaborate to propel biomedical innovation



Maha Cong chief escapes with minor injury after car crash

Mumbai, April 10 (UNI) Maharashtra State Congress president Nana Patole''s car was completely wrecked in an accident in Bhandara when a truck collided with his car prompting Patole to term it as a deliberate attack on his life.

#Maha Cong chief escapes with minor injury after car crash



BJP not allowing Kejriwal to meet his family in jail: AAP alleges

New Delhi, Apr 10 (UNI) Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader and Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Singh on Wednesday alleged that the Modi-led BJP government is threatening Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal over his direction to the party’s MLAs from jail to address problems of their constituencies.

#BJP not allowing Kejriwal to meet his family in jail: AAP alleges

Paranaense hit Rayo Zuliano for six

Rio De Janeiro, Apr 10 (UNI) Brazil''s Athletico Paranaense continued their dominant start to the
Copa Sudamericana group stage with a 6-0 home win over Venezuelan side Rayo Zuliano.

#Paranaense hit Rayo Zuliano for six

Mumbai:Youth gets 10 yrs RI for assaulting minor

Mumbai, Apr 10 (UNI) A special court for the protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) has awarded ten years Rigorous Imprisonment (RI) to a 26-year-old youth from Parel for sexually assaulting and harassing a minor girl in 2017.

#Mumbai:Youth gets 10 yrs RI for assaulting minor



No Eid prayers again at Srinagar’s historic Jamia mosque

Srinagar, April 10 (UNI) The Jammu and Kashmir administration did not allow the congregational Eid prayers here at the historic Jamia Masjid, the management committee of the Jamia Masjid said on Wednesday.

#No Eid prayers again at Srinagar’s historic Jamia mosque



Minor among 5 killed in TN road accident

Madurai (Tamil Nadu), April 10 (UNI) Five persons including four members of a family were killed on the spot in a terrible road accident near Tirumangalam on the Virudhunagar-Madurai four lane highway here on Wednesday.

#Minor among 5 killed in TN road accident



Srinagar: No Eid prayers at historic Jamia mosque

Srinagar, April 10 (UNI) The Jammu and Kashmir administration did not allow the congregational Eid prayers here at the historic Jamia Masjid, the management committee of the Jamia Masjid said on Wednesday.

#Srinagar: No Eid prayers at historic Jamia mosque



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

Kerala: DYFI unit secretary held in Panoor bomb explosion case

Kannur, Apr 9 (UNI) CPI-M youth wing DYFI Kunnothparamba unit secretary T Shijal (27) was on Tuesday arrested by the Kerala police''s Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the Panoor bomb explosion case.

#Kerala: DYFI unit secretary held in Panoor bomb explosion case

Maha Congress chief spokesperson demands to cancel candidature of Chandrapur BJP nominee

Mumbai, Apr 9 (UNI) Maharashtra Pradesh Congress Committee chief spokesperson Atul Londhe on Tuesday demanded to cancel candidature of Chandrapur BJP nominee Sudhir Mungantiwar for alleged violation of the model code of conduct and election rules during the election rally of Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Chandrapur on Monday.

#Maha Congress chief spokesperson demands to cancel candidature of Chandrapur BJP nominee

NHRC issues notices to Haryana police, civic authorities over kid's death

Chandigarh, Apr 9 (UNI) The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has taken suo motu cognizance of a media report that a 2-year-old boy died after falling into a12-feet deep uncovered manhole in Sector 37 of Gurugram, Haryana, last week.

#NHRC issues notices to Haryana police # civic authorities over kid's death



''No country can grab an inch of land of India'' : Rajnath

Itanagar, Apr 9 (UNI) Asserting that Arunachal Pradesh is an integral part of India, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday said that ''''no country can grab an inch of land of the country''''.

#''''No country can grab an inch of land of India'''' : Rajnath

Not happy about failing to reach the playoffs: Punjab FC’s Staikos Vergetis

New Delhi, Apr 9 (UNI) Punjab FC head coach Staikos Vergetis expressed dissatisfaction at not being able to qualify for the playoffs and is determined to end the season on a high with a win as
top-six chasing East Bengal FC visit the Jawaharlal Nehru stadium here on Wednesday.

#Not happy about failing to reach the playoffs: Punjab FC’s Staikos Vergetis

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

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

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

Voters can use KYC App to know about LS candidates

Thiruvananthapuram, April 8 (UNI) Voters can use the KYC (Know Your Candidate) App to learn more about the candidates competing in the Lok Sabha election, Chief Electoral Officer Sanjay Kaul said on Tuesday.

#Voters can use KYC App to know about LS candidates

Day temp above normal at few places over J&K and Ladakh

Pune, April 9 (UNI) Day temperatures were appreciably above normal (3.1°C to 5.0°C) at a few places over Jammu-Kashmir and Ladakh, Gilgit, Baltistan, Muzaffarabad; at isolated places over Assam and Meghalaya, Kerala and Mahe and Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal; above normal (1.6°C to 3.0°C) at most places over Punjab; at many places over West Rajasthan, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, Arunachal Pradesh, South Interior Karnataka, Rayalaseema; at a few places over Himachal Pradesh, West Uttar Pradesh; at isolated places over Gujarat state. These were markedly below normal (-5.1°C or less) at a few places over Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Gangetic West Bengal; below normal (-1.6°C to -3.0°C) at a few places over east Madhya Pradesh and Vidarbha and near normal over rest parts of the country. Yesterday, the highest maximum temperature of 43.5°C was reported at Nandyal (Rayalaseema) over the country.

#Day temp above normal at few places over J&K and Ladakh



Pakistan announce squad for T20I series against New Zealand

Karachi, Apr 9 (UNI) Pakistan have announced their 17-member squad for the five-match T20I series against New Zealand, starting April 18.

#Pakistan announce squad for T20I series against New Zealand



Pakistan announce squad for T20I series against New Zealand

Karachi, Apr 9 (UNI) Pakistan have announced their 17-member squad for the five-match T20I series against New Zealand, starting April 18.

#Pakistan announce squad for T20I series against New Zealand



Hockey India announces inaugural National Women''s Hockey League

New Delhi, Apr 9 (UNI) Hockey India on Tuesday unveiled yet another ground-breaking initiative,
the National Women''s Hockey League 2024 – 2025, marking a significant milestone in the nation''s sporting landscape.

#Hockey India announces inaugural National Women''s Hockey League



Hockey India announces inaugural National Women''s Hockey League

New Delhi, Apr 9 (UNI) Hockey India on Tuesday unveiled yet another ground-breaking initiative,
the National Women''s Hockey League 2024 – 2025, marking a significant milestone in the nation''s sporting landscape.

#Hockey India announces inaugural National Women''s Hockey League

Huge factory explosion kills one worker, injures two others in Vietnam's northern province

Hanoi, Apr 9 (UNI) One paper factory worker died and two others were injured in a huge explosion in Vietnam''s northern province of Bac Ninh on Tuesday morning, Vietnam News Agency reported.

#Huge factory explosion kills one worker # injures two others in Vietnam's northern province

Maha: Sr journalist Pramod Mane no more

Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Apr 9 (UNI) Senior Journalist and Editor Pramod Mane, who was undergoing treatment at a hospital in Hyderabad, passed away on Tuesday morning.

#Maha: Sr journalist Pramod Mane no more

Trough now runs from North Gujarat to South Tamil Nadu: Met

Amaravati, Apr 9 (UNI) The trough/wind discontinuity from North Coastal Andhra Pradesh to South Tamil Nadu now runs from North Gujarat to South Tamil Nadu across the cyclonic circulation over Madhya Maharashtra and Interior Karnataka at 0.9 km above mean sea level, Meteorological Centre said on Tuesday.

#Trough now runs from North Gujarat to South Tamil Nadu: Met



Veteran politician, prominent film producer RM Veerappan no more

Chennai, Apr 9 (UNI) Veteran politician, former Tamil Nadu Minister and prominent
film producer R.M.Veerappan died at the Apollo Hospital here on Tuesday afternoon
due to old age.

#Veteran politician #prominent film producer RM Veerappan no more



Candidates need not disclose details of every moveable property : SC

New Delhi, Apr 9 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Tuesday held that candidates contesting elections are not required to disclose each and every moveable property owned by them or their dependents unless they are of substantial value or reflect a luxurious lifestyle.

#Candidates need not disclose details of every moveable property : SC



Will be a very difficult game against Jamshedpur FC: Manolo Marquez

Jamshedpur, Apr 9 (UNI) FC Goa head coach Manolo Marquez isn’t reading too much into Jamshedpur FC’s position in the Indian Super League (ISL) points table as they prepare to
face them at the JRD Tata Sports Complex here on Tuesday evening..

#Will be a very difficult game against Jamshedpur FC: Manolo Marquez



Will be a very difficult game against Jamshedpur FC: Manolo Marquez

Jamshedpur, Apr 9 (UNI) FC Goa head coach Manolo Marquez isn’t reading too much into Jamshedpur FC’s position in the Indian Super League (ISL) points table as they prepare to
face them at the JRD Tata Sports Complex here on Tuesday evening..

#Will be a very difficult game against Jamshedpur FC: Manolo Marquez



Adequate arrangements made for Vaishno Devi pilgrims

Jammu, Apr 9 (UNI) Shat Chandi Maha Yagya organised by Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board embarked upon at the Holy Cave Shrine of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi amidst the serene aura of spirituality and devotion besides, the performance of other religious ceremonies on the auspicious occasion of ‘Chaitra Navratra’.

#Adequate arrangements made for Vaishno Devi pilgrims

Kashmiri Pandits does not need any political help to settle down in Kashmir again: Mehbooba

Srinagar, Apr 9 (UNI) Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) President Mehbooba Mufti on Tuesday said that Kashmiri Pandits do not need help from any political party to settle down in Kashmir again.

#Kashmiri Pandits does not need any political help to settle down in Kashmir again: Mehbooba

North America witnesses total solar eclipse

Los Angeles, Apr 9 (UNI) A total solar eclipse was sweeping across North America on Monday, as residents and visitors gathered in different locations on the path of the eclipse to watch and cheer.

#North America witnesses total solar eclipse

Mongolia issues warning over heavy dust, snow storms

Ulan Bator, Apr 9 (UNI) Heavy dust and snow storms will hit large parts of Mongolia starting Thursday, the country''s National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) said Tuesday.

#Mongolia issues warning over heavy dust # snow storms



Shipwreck death toll rises to 97 in northern Mozambique

Maputo, Apr 9 (UNI) The death toll from a shipwreck that occurred Sunday near the Island of Mozambique, in Mozambique''s northern province of Nampula, has risen to 97, with 12 survivors so far, local authorities said Monday.

#Shipwreck death toll rises to 97 in northern Mozambique