Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin addressed party functionaries across all constituencies via video conference. Senior leaders, including Durai Murugan, TR Baalu, KN Nehru, Udhayanidhi Stalin, Kanimozhi, and A Raja, participated, along with district secretaries, candidates, and local office-bearers, discussing party matters and coordination ahead of upcoming activities.
Traffic in central Delhi will be affected due to a rally at Ramlila Ground, with diversions and restrictions from morning to 5 pm. Key roads including Jawaharlal Nehru Marg, Asaf Ali Road, Chaman Lal Marg, Ajmeri Gate, and Minto Road will see closures. Heavy vehicles and parking are restricted in clumsy areas. Buses drop passengers at […]
The Centre said Ganga water meets bathing standards at all monitored locations, with pollution levels declining. CPCB data shows key parameters within norms, except in some Uttar Pradesh stretches. Under the Namami Gange programme, 524 projects worth ₹43,030 crore have been sanctioned, significantly boosting sewage treatment and river cleaning efforts.
The Election Commission has decided to continue deployment of 500 CAPF companies in West Bengal even after vote counting on May 4 amid law and order concerns. Citing past post-poll violence, the move aims to ensure security. Additionally, 200 CAPF companies will guard EVMs, strong rooms, and counting centres until the entire counting process concludes.
The Bharatiya Janata Party released its first list of 27 candidates for Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, fielding Tamilisai Soundararajan from Mylapore, Vanathi Srinivasan from Coimbatore North, 18, and L. Murugan from Avanashi. Under the NDA pact, AIADMK gets 169 seats, BJP 27, PMK 18, and AMMK 11. Polling is April 23, and counting is May […]
The Election Commission of India has announced paid holidays for all employees, including daily wage and casual workers, on polling days for upcoming elections. It said no wages will be deducted and violators will face fines. The move covers multiple states and ensures voters, even those working outside constituencies, can exercise their franchise freely.
TG CM Revanth Reddy welcomed the Supreme Court’s decision upholding recruitment of 563 Group I candidates, calling it proof of his government’s transparency. He said the swift process restored faith among aspirants after years of uncertainty. Congratulating selected candidates, he also praised TGPSC officials for conducting the process efficiently and fairly.
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Tensions rise as Iran releases a list of 8 major Middle East bridges as potential targets after US-Israeli strikes that partially destroyed the B1 bridge in Karaj. The move suggests the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) may carry out future attacks, signaling a possible tit-for-tat response and heightening fears of further escalation in the conflict.
Iran claimed today that its military shot down a second US F‑35 fighter jet over central Iran as the US-Israeli war with Tehran enters its sixth week, saying the pilot’s survival is unlikely. There’s no confirmation from US Central Command (CENTCOM) yet, and Washington has previously rejected similar Iranian claims about downed US aircraft.
The Election Commission has disposed of around 52 lakh electoral roll cases in West Bengal, with nearly 8 lakh still pending. Officials expect the process to finish by April 7, following court directions. Over 60 lakh names were scrutinized ahead of April 23 polls, with rolls to be finalized before the April 6 nomination deadline […]
The Dubai govt has strongly rejected claims that an Iranian military drone strike targeted an Oracle data center in the Dubai city, calling these reports fully false. Meanwhile, Iran announced a new round of attacks across Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Bahrain, Oman, Kuwait, Qatar, and Israel, escalating tensions in the region amid ongoing military attacks.
Tight security has been enforced across Chennai ahead of Narendra Modi’s two-day campaign tour. Around 3,000 police personnel are deployed, with enhanced surveillance and drone restrictions. PM Modi will visit Puducherry for an NDA roadshow and later return to Chennai for key strategy meetings with Bharatiya Janata Party leaders on elections.
Delhi-NCR saw a sudden weather shift today as dust-laden winds and dense clouds disrupted routines after a hot Thursday. Hazy skies and reduced visibility affected commuters. IMD forecasts thunderstorms, rain, and gusty winds up to 40 km/h. Temperatures may dip to 32-34°C, with cloudy skies, drizzle, and possible localized disruptions expected.
India condemned deadly attacks on UN peacekeepers in Lebanon after two soldiers were killed. It urged all sides to ensure safety of UN missions and seek accountability. The attacks come amid rising conflict between Israeli forces and Hezbollah. India, a major contributor, has about 600 troops serving in the UNIFIL peacekeeping mission there.