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Bihar CM Nitish Kumar is likely to take oath as a Rajya Sabha member on April 10, according to sources. He is expected to travel to Delhi on April 8 or 9 to complete formalities in the Upper House of Parliament. After returning to Patna, he may resign after April 13, with political activity set […]
The Enforcement Directorate today conducted fresh raids at locations linked to I-PAC in connection with the West Bengal coal smuggling case. Searches were carried out in Hyderabad, Bengaluru, and Delhi, including the residence of Rishi Raj Singh. I-PAC, a political consultancy firm, works with the ruling Trinamool Congress and manages its media operations.
Samajwadi Party leader Ramji Lal Suman urged in Rajya Sabha that the Mahabodhi Temple in Bodh Gaya be managed by Buddhists. He highlighted financial concerns, called for renaming Gaya Airport after Lord Buddha, and criticized non-Buddhist involvement under the Mahabodhi Temple Management Act, 1949, stressing cultural and religious significance.
The IMD has forecast thunderstorms across parts of Maharashtra today and tomorrow, excluding Mumbai. Orange alerts have been issued for several districts, including Nashik and Pune, while many regions remain under yellow alert. Parbhani and Hingoli face higher risk tomorrow. IMD uses color-coded alerts to indicate weather severity levels.
All government and private banks across India will remain closed tomorrow, April 3, in observance of Good Friday. This day commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ at Calvary and is observed by Christians with prayer, reflection, and fasting during Holy Week. Banking services will be unavailable nationwide, prompting customers to plan accordingly.
Amit Shah intensified the BJP’s attack on Mamata Banerjee, vowing to defeat her in Bhabanipur. He said victory there would drive statewide change, alleged corruption and unemployment under her rule, and claimed public support is shifting. Amit Shah expressed confidence the BJP will win around 170 seats and form the next government in West Bengal.
The central govt clarified in the Lok Sabha that consumers are not required to install prepaid electricity meters. Power Minister Manohar Lal Khattar said small recharge options are available for affordability. However, habitual defaulters may be shifted to prepaid systems, as power companies must recover costs to ensure uninterrupted electricity supply.
The Supreme Court of India criticized the WB government over the gherao of judicial officers in Malda, calling it pre-planned. The court ordered central forces for protection, faulting officials for inaction. Seven officers, including women judges, were trapped during protests over voter list revisions, raising serious concerns about safety and governance.
The bill to recognize Amaravati as the state capital, approved in the Lok Sabha yesterday, is slated for discussion in the Rajya Sabha today. Similar to yesterday’s session, party members are expected to debate the measure for about an hour. Meanwhile, the oppoition YSRCP walked out, opposing it as against the state’s interests.
Nitish Kumar will continue to receive Z+ security cover even after stepping down as Bihar Chief Minister, as per an order issued by the state Home Department’s Special Branch. Citing the Bihar Special Security Act, 2000, the notification also mentioned his impending resignation, making it clear that he is likely to step down from the […]
The Congress-led UDF today released its manifesto for Kerala’s April 9 Assembly polls, promising free bus travel for women, ₹3,000 monthly pensions, and ₹1,000 aid for college-going girls. It also offers ₹25 lakh family insurance, ₹5 lakh interest-free loans for small businesses, MSME support, revised worker wages, and a tribal university in Wayanad.
The India Meteorological Department has forecast thunderstorms, rain, gusty winds, and possible hailstorms in 14 Jharkhand districts, including Ranchi, Dhanbad, Bokaro, Garhwa, and Palamu, on April 4-5. Northwest and central regions may see winds up to 50 kmph, posing risks to standing crops. The IMD has issued an alert for residents to stay cautious.
Traffic restrictions will be enforced across Hyderabad today due to the Hanuman Jayanti Shobha Yatra. The 12-km procession is scheduled to start at 11:30 am IST from Gowliguda and conclude at Tadband. Authorities also said diversions will be in place at key locations, including CTO, Anand Bagh, ECIL, Tarnaka, and LB Nagar, to manage traffic […]
Union Home Minister Amit Shah will accompany BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari during his nomination filing and roadshow in Bhabanipur, Kolkata, a key political bastion of CM Mamata Banerjee. The event, starting from Hazra Crossing around noon, will also see WB BJP president Samik Bhattacharya joining, signaling a strong party show of strength.
In the 2024 AP elections, unusual voting patterns raised concerns. Over 17 lakh votes were reportedly cast after midnight, some in six seconds. Experts, including Prashant Bhushan, questioned transparency, citing missing booth-level data, delayed Form 17C disclosures, and potential manipulation, despite NDA’s decisive win under Chandrababu’s TDP.