follow us:
Amid the second phase of the West Bengal Assembly polls, PM Modi called on citizens to vote enthusiastically. Polling across 142 constituencies commenced at 7 am, drawing big crowds early in the day. Voters formed long queues outside booths, reflecting heightened interest and participation as authorities ensured smooth arrangements during this 2nd phase.
The concluding phase of the West Bengal Assembly polls has commenced, with voting taking place across more than 41,000 polling stations covering 142 constituencies in 7 districts. A total of 1,448 candidates are contesting in this key round. Polling will continue until 6 pm, and everyone in line will be allowed to vote. The results […]
PM Modi flagged off two Amrit Bharat Express trains connecting Varanasi-Pune and Ayodhya-Mumbai, aimed at improving connectivity between UP and Maharashtra. He also inaugurated projects worth ₹6,350 crore and highlighted women’s reservation. The trains will benefit pilgrims, workers, and passengers with faster, direct, and affordable travel options.
Left leader Dipsita Dhar said the party is preparing a comeback in West Bengal, arguing that TMC and BJP are stuck in “mandir–masjid” politics while neglecting basic issues like jobs, education, and livelihoods. She maintained that the left remains relevant on the ground and continues to draw support despite past electoral setbacks.
Anant Ambani has urged Colombia to reconsider its plan to cull around 80 hippos, proposing their relocation to India’s Vantara wildlife center in Jamnagar. In a letter to Colombia’s environment minister, he stressed compassionate, science-based translocation. Colombia cites ecosystem threats and failed control efforts as reasons for the proposed cull.
Indian Overseas Bank has denied claims that staff demanded the physical presence of a deceased account holder after a tribal man in Odisha brought his sister’s skeleton to a branch. The bank said he was only informed about required documents, including a death certificate, for claim settlement, calling it a procedural misunderstanding.
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi laid the foundation for a ₹1,647 crore power grid project at Uchchabali in Keonjhar. The 420/220 KV substation will benefit about 7.17 lakh consumers. He said Keonjhar will be developed as eastern India’s second Jamshedpur, with upgraded grids, digitalization, and improved power management across the state.
Pakistan has opened six overland trade routes to Iran to ease supply disruptions caused by tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. With maritime movement affected and over 3,000 containers stranded at Pakistani ports. A new commerce order allows transit under a customs guarantee framework, enabling third-country cargo to move into Iran through Pakistan.
The Kerala High Court took suo motu cognisance of violence during a statewide hartal called by Dalit organisations over Kannur student Nithin Raj’s death. The court issued notices to organisers and directed the police chief to file a report. The protest disrupted daily life, including exams and hospital travel, despite claims of non-disruption of essential […]
MH CM Fadnavis has dismissed the controversy over a book on Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj as unwarranted. The issue involves Shiv Sena MLA Sanjay Gaikwad’s alleged remarks against a publisher over Govind Pansare’s book. Fadnavis said the 1980s publication was being misrepresented and stressed Shivaji Maharaj’s legacy cannot be insulted.
Ukraine said it shot down over 33,000 Russian drones in March, a monthly record since the war began, according to its defence minister. It also claimed successful long-range strikes on Russian oil facilities in the Black Sea region. Meanwhile, both sides reported casualties from ongoing drone and missile attacks, with infrastructure and civilian areas affected.
Sharad Pawar has called an urgent family meeting at his Pune residence after being discharged from hospital, triggering speculation over Maharashtra politics. All key family members are expected to attend. Discussions may include Baramati politics, future elections, and a possible NCP faction merger amid growing political developments in the state.
The ED has attached additional assets worth ₹3,034.90 crore in the Reliance Communications (RCom) bank fraud case, taking total attachments in Anil Ambani group cases to over ₹19,344 crore. The action follows CBI-linked probes into alleged fund diversion. ED said assets were attached to prevent dissipation and protect public and bank interests.
In a security breach at Anna University during election duty, CCTV operator Yuvaraj was detained after allegedly watching the leaked Vijay film “Jana Nayagan” instead of monitoring polling. He reportedly shared clips on Facebook. The unreleased film lacks censor approval, and authorities are probing access and misuse of the surveillance control room.
The Supreme Court clarified that the 9-judge bench is not examining individual temple practices like animal sacrifice or Tantrism during the Sabarimala review. The remark came after a plea cited Kamakhya Temple customs. CJI Surya Kant questioned the relevance of such arguments and directed the lawyer to focus on constitutional issues under Articles 25 and […]