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Delhi plans to increase fines for civic violations under a new bill. Letting pet dogs roam without a leash may cost Rs 1,000 instead of Rs 50. Penalties for garbage issues, fireworks misuse, and unsafe buildings will also rise. The bill aims to improve civic discipline and will take effect after Parliament approval.
Pakistan and the IMF have reached a staff-level deal for $1.2 billion under the Extended Fund Facility and Resilience. The agreement, pending board approval, supports economic stability, structural reforms, and social protection. Pakistan faces high inflation, debt pressures, and energy costs, with IMF aid aiming to stabilize growth and strengthen resilience.
The Pakistani government accused Kasim Khan, son of jailed former PM Imran Khan, of trying to harm the country’s GSP Plus trade status through his UNHRC speech. Ministers Attaullah Tarar, Azma Bokhari, and Sharjeel Memon called it a conspiracy, while Kasim urged the UN to press for his father’s immediate release, escalating political tensions further.
Amit Shah accused Mamata Banerjee of weaponising political violence and endangering Siliguri’s security. He claimed West Bengal faces massive infiltration and lawlessness under TMC, calling Banerjee’s “victim card” politics exposed. Shah vowed BJP will curb infiltration and restore order after the upcoming assembly elections.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said Kerala’s United Democratic Front (UDF) is “united and strong,” projecting 100 seats in the upcoming assembly elections. He met senior leader K Sudhakaran and his family ahead of polls on April 9, with Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge also present. Sudhakaran was persuaded not to contest.
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta urged young innovators to contribute to building “Delhi 2.0” at the “India Innovates 2026, World’s Biggest Hackathon” held at Bharat Mandapam. She highlighted that over 5,000 participants, chosen from more than one crore applicants, represent the future of India’s digital ecosystem and technological growth nationwide.
Clashes over loud music during Ram Navami in West Bengal’s Raghunathganj and Jangipur left several injured and shops torched. Police arrested 30 people and imposed prohibitory orders. Heavy CAPF deployment continues, while Mamata Banerjee blames the BJP for the violence, promising action after elections. WB polls are on April 23 and 29, counting May 4.
Andhra Pradesh Assembly unanimously approved Amaravati as the state capital. The resolution will now be sent to the central government. The Assembly session lasted around 5 hours and 30 minutes, after which Speaker Ayyannapatrudu adjourned it indefinitely, marking a key step in finalizing Amaravati’s status as the official capital of Andhra Pradesh.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin announced DMK’s first list of 164 assembly candidates. Stalin will contest from Kolathur, and son Udhayanidhi Stalin from Chepauk-Triplicane. Key candidates include Senthil Balaji (Coimbatore South), O Panneerselvam (Bodinayakkanur), Mahesh (Kanyakumari), Wahab (Palayamkottai), and KKSSR Ramachandran (Aruppukottai).
Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi for supporting citizens during COVID-19 and the West Asia conflict. He accused Congress and opposition parties of politicizing crises. Saini also stated that petroleum supplies in Haryana remain smooth and uninterrupted, ensuring no disruption to essential services.
The Amma Makkal Munnetra Kazhagam (AMMK) has called for posthumous Bharat Ratna awards for Forward Bloc leader U. Muthuramalinga Thevar and former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Jayalalithaa. The party also urged renaming Madurai International Airport after Thevar, as highlighted in its 32-page poll manifesto released by T.T.V. Dhinakaran.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and Union Home Minister Amit Shah exchanged barbs ahead of West Bengal assembly polls on April 23 and 29. Banerjee accused the BJP of instigating riots, while Shah slammed the TMC over SIR and infiltrator concerns, warning of security threats in the Siliguri corridor, heightening pre-poll tensions across the […]
Star director Sundar C is contesting in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections for the first time. He is running from Madurai Central as a candidate of the ‘Puthiya Neethi Katchi’ in the AIDMK alliance. His wife, BJP leader Khushbu, said his goal is to serve the state that supported his three-decade-long film career.
A PES University professor, Muralidhar Deshpande, was suspended after allegedly calling a Muslim student a “terrorist” and using abusive language during class on March 24. The incident, captured on video, sparked outrage among students. The university has launched a probe, with CCTV verification and a disciplinary committee review underway.
Key plans to establish a Google data center in Visakhapatnam are gaining momentum, with discussions nearing final stages. Officials have submitted a detailed proposal to the govt, while assessments on power and water infrastructure are underway. Around 601 acres have been earmarked, and the groundbreaking ceremony is expected to take place soon.