Siddaramaiah submitted a 5-page memorandum to PM Modi seeking urgent Central support for Karnataka. He highlighted funding delays, sought approvals for rail, highway, and water projects like Mekedatu and Upper Bhadra, and demanded grants for infrastructure and development, stressing equity and the need to strengthen cooperative federalism.
India’s wholesale inflation jumped to 3.88% in March 2026, up from 2.13% in February, hitting a three-year high. The Ministry of Commerce reported that the spike was primarily driven by surging costs of crude oil, natural gas, and basic metals. Higher manufacturing expenses and fuel prices also contributed significantly to the overall monthly increase.
Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha’s Z+ security cover by Punjab Police has been withdrawn, sources said today, amid his widening rift with the Aam Aadmi Party. The state government had earlier granted him this protection. It was removed last week. He now has central security, with Delhi Police providing interim cover until a formal arrangement […]
The Indian ship Jag Vikram arrived at Gujarat’s Kandla Port, carrying 20,400 tonnes of LPG. It safely crossed the Strait of Hormuz following a 14-day US-Iran ceasefire. While Indian shipping remains stable, the US has now implemented a full maritime blockade on Iranian ports, halting 90% of Iran’s sea-based trade to maintain regional control.
Netflix has announced the digital release date of young actor Ken Karunas’s sensational film “Youth,” which will stream from tomorrow, April 16. The movie has collected over ₹70 crore worldwide, emerging as the third highest-grossing Tamil film. With strong theatrical success behind it, expectations are high to see how the film performs in the digital […]
LSG cricket director Tom Moody confirmed fast bowler Mayank Yadav is fit for today’s clash against RCB. After missing games to manage his bowling load, Mayank is ready to return. However, his comeback creates a selection headache, as the current bowling unit is performing well. LSG currently sits seventh in the IPL 2026 table.
MS Raju shifts from feel-good films to horror with “Agadha,” a pan-Indian mystic divine thriller. The first-look poster featuring a woman confronting a 12-handed idol has sparked curiosity. Produced by Sri Adi Varaha Productions, the film has wrapped shooting and entered post-production, with 45 minutes of VFX, and is set for a multilingual theatrical release.
The Supreme Court has stayed a Telangana High Court order that protected Congress leader Pawan Khera from arrest. Khera faces a case in Assam for claims made against CM Himanta Biswa Sarma’s wife, Riniki Bhuyan Sarma. The legal battle centers on allegations involving multiple passports, which have sparked a major political row ahead of state […]
Advance registration for the Amarnath Yatra 2026 has begun, offering online and offline options across 554 bank branches nationwide. Organized by the Shri Amarnath Shrine Board, the Yatra will run from July 3 to August 28, coinciding with Raksha Bandhan. Pilgrims must complete CHC, ID verification, and application formalities to obtain permits.
Samrat Choudhary was sworn in as Bihar’s 21st Chief Minister, becoming BJP’s first in the state and ending Nitish Kumar’s long tenure. Governor Syed Ata Hasnain administered the oath in Patna. JDU leaders Vijay Kumar Chaudhary and Bijendra Prasad Yadav became deputies, marking a major political shift and expanding BJP’s footprint in key Hindi heartland […]
Samrat Choudhary was sworn in as Bihar’s 21st Chief Minister, becoming BJP’s first in the state and ending Nitish Kumar’s long tenure. Governor Syed Ata Hasnain administered the oath in Patna. JDU leaders Vijay Kumar Chaudhary and Bijendra Prasad Yadav became deputies, marking a major political shift and expanding BJP’s footprint in key Hindi heartland […]
Intermediate results for both Telugu states are out, showing a significant gap. Andhra Pradesh outperformed Telangana, securing 77% in the 1st year and 81% in the 2nd. Meanwhile, Telangana recorded 66.20% and 70.58%, respectively. There is a nearly 10% difference between the two states, sparking discussions about the variation in student performance this year.
The Enforcement Directorate raided several locations linked to MP Ashok Mittal days after his appointment as Rajya Sabha deputy leader. Searches took place in Punjab and Gurugram over suspected fund issues. Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann alleged the action is politically driven. Officials said the investigation is ongoing.
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin has called an emergency meeting with DMK MPs today. They will discuss how the Centre’s proposed delimitation plan might negatively affect the state. The meeting will happen via video conference from Dharmapuri. Leaders plan to finalize the party’s official strategy to challenge the exercise during the upcoming Parliament sessions.
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge announced an all-party meeting today, April 15, to discuss implementation of the Women’s Reservation Act, accusing the Centre of lacking broader consultation. He said Congress fully supports the law but wants wider discussions on execution. Kharge added the party will present its views collectively after the meeting.