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Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed grief over a deadly blast at a fireworks unit in Mundathikode, Thrissur, Kerala, which killed at least eight people and injured several others. He announced an ex gratia of Rs 2 lakh for each deceased person’s family and Rs 50,000 for the injured from the PM National Relief Fund as […]
BJD MP Sasmit Patra urged the EC to ensure voter names are not removed without proper, verifiable field inquiry. He cited concerns over nearly 9.8 lakh proposed deletions in Odisha’s electoral rolls and possible procedural lapses. The CEO reported over 2 lakh complaints and ordered district-level verification through electoral registration officers.
A Pakistani clothing label has faced backlash for allegedly using AI-edited fake images of Bollywood actor Alia Bhatt in a promotional campaign. The manipulated visuals went viral, drawing criticism for misuse of likeness without consent. Netizens condemned the act and demanded stricter rules on AI-generated advertising content.
The Congress in Goa has urged the PM Modi government to immediately implement the 2023 women’s reservation law by applying a 33% quota to the current 543 LS seats. AICC secretary Anjali Nimbalkar accused the BJP of delaying implementation through delimitation plans ahead of the 2029 polls, while stressing Congress support for women’s representation.
Bihar CM Samrat Choudhary called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi today. This marks his first official meeting with the PM after assuming office in Bihar, signaling the beginning of formal engagement and coordination between the state leadership and the center following his recent appointment to the key post in the national capital.
The Supreme Court directed the labor and employment secretary to file an affidavit detailing action taken against interstate trafficking of bonded laborers, including minors. The bench also sought suggestions for further directions. It noted developments in the matter and asked for the affidavit within three weeks, posting the case for the May 19 hearing.
The Supreme Court, hearing Sabarimala-related petitions, questioned restrictions on devotees touching the deity and examined religious freedom, discrimination, and essential practices. The bench weighed constitutional rights under Article 25 against temple customs, including celibacy beliefs, while considering judicial scrutiny of denominational practices.
The MoD has signed Rs 975 crore contracts for DRDO-developed TRAWL assemblies for T-72 and T-90 tanks to enhance minefield breaching against anti-tank mines. Orders were awarded to BEML and Electro Pneumatics under the Buy Indian category, boosting self-reliance and MSME participation. BEML got a Rs 590 crore order for supply to the Indian Army.
The Office of the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO), Keralam issued instructions to all DEOs and ROs on counting protocols, stressing that strong rooms must not be opened for any data work. Officials are barred from using unsealed rooms for Index Cards or ENCORE verification, ensuring transparency, security, and integrity in the electoral process.
AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami announced ten new welfare measures, raising the party’s total election promises to 307 for the Tamil Nadu Assembly polls. The party also pledged 24/7 district-level “war rooms” to curb crimes against women. Voting for 234 seats will be held on April 23, with results scheduled for May 4.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah, at a rally in Salboni, accused West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee of protecting infiltrators and promoting corruption. He also alleged her associate Humayun Kabir wants to build a Babri Masjid in the state. Shah said the upcoming Bengal elections are about freeing the state from infiltration and corruption.
Maharashtra witnessed a firecracker unit explosion in Palghar district, killing at least two people and injuring four others. The blast triggered panic in the area, with the injured rushed to the hospital and rescue operations launched. The incident comes days after a major firecracker factory explosion in TN’s Virudhunagar that killed 25 people.
India has handed over a 2-tonne consignment of life-saving medical supplies to Shree Hindu Mandal Hospital in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. The aid includes oxygen concentrators, microscopes, and essential consumables to boost healthcare services. The Indian High Commission highlighted the move as a reflection of strong bilateral ties and humanitarian cooperation.
Samrat Choudhary revoked Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha’s order and reinstated 224 revenue staff suspended for over 2.5 months during a strike in the Land and Revenue Department in his first move as Bihar CM. The decision overturns disciplinary action taken earlier and marks another reversal of a previous Nitish Kumar government order in the […]
A PIL has been filed in the Kerala High Court alleging cruelty to bovines at the Perumbavoor cattle market, where animals are reportedly tethered without water and left under harsh sun. The plea by activist Angels Nair claims violations of central animal welfare rules and heatwave guidelines, seeking a halt to illegal cattle market operations […]