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Nine people died and dozens are missing after a boat capsized in the Yamuna River near Vrindavan. The steamer, carrying 25 people, lost balance at Shringar Ghat. NDRF teams and local divers are currently conducting urgent rescue operations. Officials remain at the site while families wait for news of those still lost in the deep […]
Mamata Banerjee alleged the Bharatiya Janata Party brought outsiders to influence Assam elections, claiming it lacked confidence in local votes. Speaking at a rally in West Bengal’s North 24 Parganas, she further accused the Centre of compromising the neutrality of national agencies, saying they are controlled by the ruling party at the federal level.
The Congress CWC met today to discuss the Women’s Reservation Bill ahead of the special Parliament session beginning April 16. Senior leaders including Mallikarjun Kharge, Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi, Siddaramaiah, Revanth Reddy, Bhupesh Baghel, and others attended. The meeting reviewed developments as Parliament prepares to take up the amendment bill.
Pakistan is mounting an unusually large air security operation ahead of US-Iran peace talks in Islamabad, reflecting deep regional tensions and fears of escalation. The Pakistan Air Force deployment signals both strategic caution and diplomatic pressure as Islamabad seeks to ensure safety, preserve its credibility, and safeguard a fragile peace process.
42 CPI (Maoist) members, including PLGA commander Sodi Malla alias Keshal, surrendered before Telangana police today. They laid down 36 firearms, including AK-47 and SLR rifles, and 800 grams of gold before DGP B Shivadhar Reddy. He said Telangana is now free from armed Maoist formations, with PLGA operational capacity completely neutralised.
The Odisha government approved the Atal Bus Stand scheme with a ₹3,400 crore outlay over 6 years to develop and modernise bus stands across the state. The plan includes digital displays, waiting rooms and commercial spaces. Implemented by OSRTC, it aims to ensure uniform infrastructure, management and services across all public bus stands in Odisha.
PM Modi and Mamata Banerjee sparred over fish production in West Bengal. Modi claimed the state depends on imports despite high demand, while Banerjee asserted 80% local production and reduced imports. The debate turned symbolic, highlighting Bengali food identity and sparking political exchanges over self-sufficiency and governance performance.
Delhi Police Special Cell busted an inter-state terror and espionage module allegedly backed by Inter-Services Intelligence of Pakistan. Solar-powered CCTV cameras were found near military sites in Punjab and Rajasthan. Two raids led to 11 arrests, exposing links to banned outfit Babbar Khalsa International and a wider conspiracy.
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta joined a campaign at Delhi University supporting the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam. She stressed boosting women’s role in governance and policymaking, saying reservations help more women reach leadership. Gupta added real change comes when women hold decision-making roles, addressing issues affecting society, families, and their lives.
Amit Shah unveiled Bharatiya Janata Party’s Bengal manifesto, promising ₹3,000 monthly aid for women and a Uniform Civil Code within six months if elected. In Kolkata, he invoked Rabindranath Tagore and criticised Mamata Banerjee’s rule, pledging change, farmer support, and a roadmap aligned with Narendra Modi’s vision.
Ranveer Singh told the Karnataka High Court he is willing to revise his apology affidavit in the Kantara mimicry case. The court is hearing his plea to quash an FIR over remarks at IFFI Goa. The complainant said the affidavit lacked genuine remorse and clarity, seeking a more specific apology and properly conveyed expression of […]
The Bihar Legislative Assembly received a bomb threat via email today, police said. SDPO Anu Kumari said officials were alerted after the threat email was received. Police are thoroughly inspecting the premises, she added. Bomb and dog squads have been deployed, and an intensive search operation is currently underway at the assembly complex.
The Telangana High Court granted Congress leader Pawan Khera one week of anticipatory bail. The case, filed by Riniki Bhuyan Sharma, involves allegations concerning multiple passports. While Assam officials accused Khera of misleading the court with forged documents, his lawyers argued the case is political. Khera now has time to approach the appropriate court.
Allahabad High Court judge Justice Yashwant Varma has resigned, submitting his letter to President Droupadi Murmu amid impeachment proceedings. The move follows recovery of a large cash stash from his Delhi residence in 2025. He expressed anguish in his resignation. With his exit, the impeachment process against him is expected to come to an end.
A court granted bail to Malayalam film director Ranjith in a sexual harassment case with strict conditions. He must surrender passport, remain in Ernakulam district, and avoid Fort Kochi crime scene. He will execute ₹1 lakh bond with two sureties and appear weekly for three months. Arrested March 31 after actress allegation during caravan shoot […]