States

Congress raises concerns over women’s quota, delimitation

16 Apr 2026 | 6:06 PM

Ranchi, April 16 (UNI) The Congress on Thursday expressed support for women’s reservation in legislatures but raised concerns over its linkage with delimitation, calling for immediate and transparent implementation.

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Man dies after ambulance runs out of oxygen and fuel in Uttar Pradesh’s Rampur

16 Apr 2026 | 6:06 PM

Rampur, Apr 16 (UNI) A tragic incident has been reported from Rampur district in Uttar Pradesh, where a 38-year-old farmer lost his life after the ambulance transporting him allegedly ran out of both oxygen and fuel, officials said on Thursday.

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Rahul Gandhi unavailable as Karnataka Cong MLAs push for cabinet reshuffle

16 Apr 2026 | 6:05 PM

Bengaluru/New Delhi, April 16 (UNI) Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Thursday remained unavailable to meet Karnataka Congress MLAs currently in the national capital, as Parliament is in session to deliberate on key issues, including delimitation of constituencies and the proposal for 33 per cent reservation for women in Parliament and state Assemblies.

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Saryu Roy seeks wider probe in Ranchi assault case

16 Apr 2026 | 6:03 PM

Ranchi, April 16 (UNI) Janata Dal (United) MLA Saryu Roy on Thursday sought a wider probe into the alleged sexual assault of a student in Ranchi, urging authorities to investigate possible organised involvement.

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Strong India’s future lies in power of native languages: President Murmu

16 Apr 2026 | 6:02 PM

Wardha, Apr 16 (UNI) President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday emphasised that the vision of a strong and developed India rests firmly on the foundation of its native languages.

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Mehvish Fatima takes charge as judicial magistrate in CBI special court

16 Apr 2026 | 6:01 PM

Patna, Apr 16 (UNI) Judicial officer Mehvish Fatima today assumed charge as Judicial Magistrate in the Special Court of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in Patna on Thursday.

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Odisha unveils new transfer policy for OAS officers to boost transparency and efficiency

16 Apr 2026 | 6:01 PM

Bhubaneswar, April 16 (UNI) In a move aimed at ensuring a more effective, transparent, and responsive administrative system, the Odisha government has introduced a comprehensive new transfer policy for officers of the Odisha Administrative Service (OAS). As per the policy, an OAS-A (Junior Branch) officer cannot remain posted in a single district for more than six consecutive years, and no officer will be allowed to serve in the same district for over ten years during their entire service period, including leave.

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Without women farmers, humanity would starve: J&K LG

16 Apr 2026 | 6:00 PM

Srinagar, April 16 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday emphasised the indispensable role of women in agriculture, saying that without their contribution, “every plate would be empty, leaving humanity starved.”
Speaking at the Women Farmers Conference organized by IFFCO in Srinagar, he highlighted women farmers’ central role in food security, sustainable agriculture, and rural prosperity, and called for greater recognition, resources, and empowerment to strengthen their leadership in the sector.

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CCL signs MoU for Birhor housing in Chatra

16 Apr 2026 | 6:00 PM

Chatra (Jharkhand), April 16 (UNI) Central Coalfields Limited (CCL) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Chatra district administration to strengthen housing for Birhor families under its corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiative, officials said on Thursday.

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Breaking self imposed exile, Rahul to campaign in TN on Apr 18, meeting with Stalin unlikely

16 Apr 2026 | 5:57 PM

Chennai, Apr 16 (UNI) Breaking what appeared to be his self-imposed exile, top Congress honcho and Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi will be undertaking a day long campaign blitz in Tamil Nadu for the April 23 Assembly elections, but a meeting with Chief Minister and ruling DMK President M K Stalin, heading the multi-party coalition, appeared unlikely.

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Sanjay Seth seeks action after Ranchi minor assault

16 Apr 2026 | 5:56 PM

Ranchi, April 16 (UNI) union minister of state for defence Sanjay Seth on Thursday sought strict action and accountability from the state administration following the alleged sexual assault of a three-year-old girl in Ranchi.

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Nagpur University develops innovative device that measures blood glucose levels through breath

16 Apr 2026 | 5:56 PM

Nagpur, April 16 (UNI) Researchers at Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University(RTMNU) have developed a novel device that can monitor blood glucose levels through a person’s breath, offering a non-invasive alternative to traditional methods, sources said.

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Van driver held for molesting minor in Ranchi

16 Apr 2026 | 5:54 PM

Ranchi, April 16 (UNI) A school van driver has been arrested for allegedly molesting a three-year-old girl in Ranchi, police said on Thursday.

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Controversies over Kerala CM post unnecessary: Ramesh Chennithala

16 Apr 2026 | 5:53 PM

Kochi, Apr 16 (UNI) Senior Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala on Thursday termed the ongoing debates over the Chief Minister’s post as “unnecessary,” urging party leaders and workers to refrain from engaging in avoidable controversies ahead of the counting of votes.

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Nabin’s new role will accelerate development of Bihar and nation: Saraogi

16 Apr 2026 | 5:50 PM

Patna, 16 April (UNI) Bihar BJP president Sanjay Saraogi today congratulated the party’s national president Nitin Nabin on taking oath as a Rajya Sabha member, stating that his new responsibility will give fresh momentum to the development of both Bihar and the country.

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