India

ED files chargesheet in Rs 650 cr illegal coal mining and Extortion Case

11 Apr 2026 | 8:06 PM

New Delhi, April 11 (UNI): The Enforcement Directorate (ED), Kolkata Zonal Office, on Saturday stated that it has filed a chargesheet in connection with illegal coal mining, theft, illegal transportation and sale of coal, use of forged documents, and extortion against five accused persons, including Chinmoy Mondal and Kiran Khan.

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CJI Surya Kant urges perseverance, praises Justice Bindal's dedication as 'Need of the Hour'

11 Apr 2026 | 8:04 PM

New Delhi, April 11 (UNI) In a rare moment, Chief Justice of India Surya Kant spoke candidly, setting aside formal remarks at a Bar felicitation ceremony. Drawing from his personal experience, he urged young advocates to persevere, while praising Justice Rajesh Bindal's lifelong commitment to the law as exactly the kind of dedication the judiciary needs today.

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From roads to revenue: Barabanki-Bahraich highway to transform border economy

11 Apr 2026 | 7:21 PM

Pankaj Jain
New Delhi, Apr 11 (UNI) In a major boost to regional connectivity and cross-border commerce, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has outlined the transformative potential of the upcoming four-lane access-controlled Barabanki-Bahraich section of National Highway-927.

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Centre hikes diesel excise Duty and Cess with immediate effect

11 Apr 2026 | 7:06 PM

New Delhi, Apr 11 (UNI) The Ministry of Finance on Saturday announced a series of revisions to duties and cesses on high-speed diesel, issuing multiple notifications that came into force with immediate effect.

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India-flagged Jag Vikram safely crosses Strait of Hormuz with 20,400 MT LPG cargo

11 Apr 2026 | 7:02 PM

New Delhi, Apr 11 (UNI) The Government of India on Saturday said it is maintaining close vigil over developments in West Asia while ensuring that critical sectors such as fuel supply, shipping operations and the safety of Indian nationals remain stable and well-managed.

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Indian-born cheetah gives birth to 4 cubs in wild at Kuno

11 Apr 2026 | 6:25 PM

New Delhi, Apr 11 (UNI) In a significant boost to India’s wildlife conservation efforts, an Indian-born female cheetah has given birth to four cubs in the wild at Kuno National Park, marking a rare and historic event.

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Shahdara Cyber Police nab three in Rs 10 lakh investment fraud

11 Apr 2026 | 6:09 PM

New Delhi, April 11 (UNI) The Cyber Police of Shahdara district has busted a high-return investment fraud racket and arrested three accused for allegedly cheating a Delhi resident of Rs 10 lakh through a fake stock market scheme.

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Parkinson's at 30: India faces a growing crisis of early-onset cases

11 Apr 2026 | 4:09 PM

Muskan Bhatia
New Delhi, Apr 11 (UNI) Parkinson’s, a neurodegenerative disorder once considered an illness of the elderly, is increasingly being diagnosed in younger adults.

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Kharge pays tribute to Kasturba Gandhi, hails her legacy of women’s empowerment and social reform

11 Apr 2026 | 1:52 PM

New Delhi, Apr 11 (UNI) Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Saturday paid heartfelt tributes to Kasturba Gandhi on her birth anniversary, describing her as a “strong foundation of women’s empowerment in the national movement” and an enduring source of inspiration.

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Congress questions Centre’s Foreign Policy as US-Iran talks begin in Islamabad

11 Apr 2026 | 1:31 PM

New Delhi, Apr 11 (UNI) As crucial talks between the United States and Iran commences in Islamabad on Saturday, the Congress party voiced cautious optimism over prospects for peace while launching a sharp critique of the Centre’s foreign policy, raising what it termed “serious questions” about India’s strategic positioning in a rapidly evolving geopolitical landscape.

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Congress leaders pay tribute to Mahatma Jyotiba Phule, reaffirm commitment to social justice

11 Apr 2026 | 1:18 PM

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‎New Delhi, April 11 (UNI) ‎Senior Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Saturday paid rich tributes to noted social reformer Mahatma Jyotiba Phule on his birth anniversary, recalling his lifelong struggle against caste discrimination and his pioneering work for social equality.

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First Israel, Lebanon direct talks to be held in Washington on April 14

11 Apr 2026 | 1:18 PM

New Delhi, Apr 11 (UNI) The first direct talks between Israel and Lebanon are set to be held in Washington on Tuesday, April 14, Israeli media reported on Saturday.

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Nation’s top leadership pays homage to Mahatma Jyotirao Phule on bicentenary at Parliament complex

11 Apr 2026 | 1:17 PM

‎New Delhi, April 11 (UNI) ‎The nation’s top constitutional and political leadership on Saturday came together to pay floral tributes to Mahatma Jyotirao Phule at Prerna Sthal on the occasion of his 200th birth anniversary, reaffirming his enduring legacy as a champion of social justice and equality.

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Most wanted Haryana criminal Sahil Chauhan brought back from Bangkok

11 Apr 2026 | 1:17 PM

New Delhi, April 11 (UNI) A most wanted criminal from Haryana, who had fled abroad, has been brought back to India from Bangkok with the assistance of the CBI and Interpol.

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Cyber fraud crackdown: Three held in digital arrest and investment scam, interstate network exposed

11 Apr 2026 | 1:17 PM

New Delhi, April 11 (UNI) The Delhi Police has arrested three accused in connection with separate cases of “digital arrest” and online investment fraud, unearthing an interstate cybercrime network involved in routing cheated money through mule bank accounts, officials said on Saturday.

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