India

Nation remembers Jallianwala Bagh martyrs, PM Modi pays tribute to their enduring sacrifice

13 Apr 2026 | 10:02 AM

‎New Delhi, April 13 (UNI) ‎Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday paid homage to the martyrs of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre, recalling their sacrifice as a timeless symbol of courage and resistance against oppression.

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Burglars attack police team in Delhi's Hari Nagar, overpowered after stabbing officers

13 Apr 2026 | 9:59 AM

New Delhi, April 13 (UNI) A police team that went to arrest two burglars in West Delhi's Hari Nagar on Sunday was attacked by the latter who stabbed the law enforcers while attempting to flee, but were eoverpowered, police said.

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'Inches away from MOU' in Islamabad, Iran encountered maximalism, shifting goalposts: Araghchi

13 Apr 2026 | 9:38 AM

New Delhi, Apr 13 (UNI) Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi blamed the US for the failure of Islamabad talks, saying Iran encountered 'maximalism, shifting goalposts and blockade inches away from an MOU.'
'Zero lessons learned. Goodwill begets goodwill. Enmity begets enmity,' Araghchi said on X on Monday.

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Blockade of Iranian ports to begin at 8.30 pm IST (10 am ET) : CENTCOM

13 Apr 2026 | 9:03 AM

New Delhi, Washington, Apr 13 (UNI) The US Central Command (CENTCOM) forces will begin implementing a blockade of all maritime traffic entering and exiting Iranian ports at 10 a.m. Eastern Time (8:30 PM Indian Standard Time) 'in accordance with the President’s (Trump's) proclamation,' the CENTCOM announced on Monday.

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Zorawar Singh’s legacy revisited: Army symposium highlights mountain arfare genius

12 Apr 2026 | 8:03 PM

New Delhi, April 12 (UNI) The India Army in collaboration with the Centre for Land Warfare Studies (CLAWS), conducted a symposium on General Zorawar Singh's legacy of strategic brilliance, at Manekshaw Centre, in the national capital on Sunday. The ceremony was attended by General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Army Staff, who was the Chief Guest for the event.

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Devender Yadav slams BJP over women’s unemployment in Delhi

12 Apr 2026 | 7:54 PM

New Delhi, Apr 12 (UNI) Delhi Pradesh Congress Committee (DPCC) president Devender Yadav criticised the BJP governments at the Centre and in Delhi, alleging that their policies have contributed to rising unemployment among educated women in the national capital.

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NDMC’s ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ drive gains momentum as citizens join Sunday green mission

12 Apr 2026 | 7:51 PM

New Delhi, Apr 12 (UNI) The New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) continues to witness growing public participation in its green initiative, ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam,' which is steadily evolving into a people-driven movement across the city.

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Delhi Speaker lauds young women's participation in Mock Parliament on Budget 2026

12 Apr 2026 | 7:47 PM

New Delhi, Apr 12 (UNI) Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta on Sunday lauded the participation of young women in a Mock Parliament discussion on the union Budget 2026, calling it a step towards strengthening democratic engagement.

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Delhi Govt Greenlights Twin Hostels at MAMC, Construction to Finish in 36 Months

12 Apr 2026 | 7:45 PM

New Delhi, Apr 12 (UNI) In a major push to upgrade student infrastructure in the national capital, the Delhi government has approved the construction of two new hostel complexes at Maulana Azad Medical College, with a total outlay of Rs 573.41 crore. The decision was cleared at a meeting of the Expenditure Finance Committee (EFC) chaired by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta.

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Indian Navy gears up for Commanders’ Conference amid West Asia tensions, energy security focus

12 Apr 2026 | 7:25 PM

New Delhi, April 12 (UNI) The Indian Navy is all set to organise the first edition of Indian Navy’s biannual Commanders’ Conference 2026. Beginning from April 14, the conference is scheduled over a period of three days at Nausena Bhawan, in the national capital.

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Delhi CM orders audit of liquor stores over suspected financial irregularities

12 Apr 2026 | 7:22 PM

New Delhi, Apr 12 (UNI) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Sunday ordered a comprehensive audit of state-run liquor stores, citing suspected irregularities in financial records over the past five years.

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Uganda's Defence Chief asks Turkiye to give him 'most beautiful woman' in the country as wife and one bn USD

12 Apr 2026 | 7:09 PM

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New Delhi, Apr 12 (UNI) In a bizarre demand, Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has asked Turkiye to give him "the most beautiful woman" from the country to be his wife and pay him one billion USD.

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India steps up preparedness as US-Iran talks collapse; Supplies stable, says govt.

12 Apr 2026 | 6:31 PM

New Delhi, April 12 (UNI) Even as the peace talks between the US and Iran failed with both sides blaming each other for rejecting the terms of agreement, the Government of India on Sunday said it is maintaining close watch on the evolving situation in West Asia, while ensuring stability across key sectors including energy supply, maritime operations and the safety of Indian nationals in the region.

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Kharge, Rahul Gandhi pay tribute to ‘Era-Defining’ voice as nation mourns Asha's demise

12 Apr 2026 | 6:27 PM

‎ New Delhi, Apr 12 (UNI) The passing of legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle has drawn heartfelt tributes from across the political spectrum, with Congress leaders describing her death as the end of an era in Indian music and remembering her as a voice that will live on through generations.

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