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Delhi-NCR witnessed dust storms and rain, easing a heatwave that pushed temperatures to 44.5°C. Triggered by western disturbances, temperatures dropped to around 38°C. The Regional Weather Forecast Center predicted storms and winds across nearby states. Despite relief, air quality stayed poor, with AQI at 260, and visibility disruptions were reported.
West Bengal Assembly Polls Phase 2 recorded with 39.97% voter turnout by 11 am. Here is the district-wise turnout in Bengal till 11 AM IST:★Nadia – 40.34%★Hooghly – 43.12%★Howrah – 39.45%★Kolkata North – 38.39%★Kolkata South – 36.78%★North 24 Parganas – 38.43%★South 24 Parganas – 37.92%★Purba Bardhaman – 44.50%.
West Bengal recorded a voter turnout of 39.97% till 11 AM, as polling continued across 142 seats. Voting is progressing smoothly in multiple constituencies, with officials closely monitoring the process. Authorities have deployed adequate security arrangements to ensure peaceful polling, while voters are steadily turning up at booths to exercise their franchise.
Gianni Infantino praised PM Modi for playing football with children in Sikkim, calling it a unifying moment. PM Modi described the session as energizing. Football remains hugely popular in the Northeast. Infantino and PM Modi have met earlier, notably during the G20 summit, highlighting efforts to boost football’s reach and popularity across India.
Victory Venkatesh is juggling two projects. His film with Anil Ravipudi targets Sankranthi 2027, while he also stars in Trivikram Srinivas’ family drama “Aadarsha Kutumbam House No: 47.” After a Hyderabad schedule, the team is filming a high-octane climax, hinting at an unexpected action-packed role, with cinematographer Ravi K Chandran confirming update.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee accused BJP of attempting to rig assembly polls today, alleging central armed police forces, NIA teams, and election observers were acting under saffron party influence. She also cited reports of violent incidents across several areas including Howrah, Nadia, Chapra, Shantipur, Nimtala, and Bhangar amid ongoing polling tensions.
Yash’s “Toxic,” directed by Geetu Mohandas, is postponed from June 4, 2026, with the team confirming the delay. Makers call it a strategic move for a better global rollout and enhanced scale. After KGF’s success, expectations were huge, but fans are disappointed, as the new release date remains unannounced, possibly reshuffling other releases.
In the 41st match of IPL 2026, Mumbai Indians to face Sunrisers Hyderabad tonight at 7:30 pm at Wankhede Stadium. SRH arrive with strong momentum, winning 4 straight games, while MI struggle after losing 5 of their 7 matches. Under pressure, Mumbai aim to exploit home conditions and bounce back with a key victory to […]
During the second phase of West Bengal polls, polling in Howrah district’s Balli area was disrupted after an EVM malfunction triggered tension at a booth. Heated arguments escalated into a clash among voters. CRPF staff quickly intervened, bringing the situation under control and dispersing the crowd. Two individuals were detained as CAPFs restored order.
West Bengal Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari urged voters to exercise their franchise as second-phase polling commenced earlier in the day. He called for maximum participation and a peaceful voting process. Adhikari also asserted that all “Hindus” are voting for the BJP, expressing confidence that the party will perform strongly in the ongoing elections.
During Phase 2 polling across 142 seats, TMC General Secretary Abhishek Banerjee cast his vote at the Mitra Institute booth in Bhabanipur Assembly constituency. Expressing strong confidence in TMC’s performance, he claimed the BJP will be reduced to less than 50 seats. He flashed the victory sign, while large voter queues were seen outside polling […]
Tollywood actor Bellamkonda Sreenivas recently got engaged to Kavya Reddy in an intimate ceremony. The couple will marry today, April 29, at 11:13 PM in Tirumala, following Vedic traditions. Designer Shravan Kumar has crafted their outfits. A grand reception is planned on May 1 in Hyderabad, expected to host film and political personalities.
West Bengal Assembly Polls Phase 2 recorded with 18.39% voter turnout by 9 am. Here is the district-wise turnout in Bengal till 9 AM IST:★Nadia- 18.50★Hooghly – 20.16★Howrah- 17.76★Kolkata North- 17.28★Kolkata South- 16.81★North 24 Parganas- 17.81★South 24 Parganas- 17.25★Purba Bardhaman- 20.86.
RR captain Riyan Parag credited openers Vaibhav Suryavanshi and Yashasvi Jaiswal for setting up victory over PBKS, saying their explosive start eased pressure on the chase. He added that despite a slight slowdown after the Powerplay, Shubham Dubey and Donovan Ferreira rebuilt momentum with a match-winning stand that ultimately sealed the game in RR’s favour.
PM Modi will inaugurate the 594-km Access-Controlled Greenfield Ganga Expressway in Hardoi today, April 29, 2026. Built at ₹36,230 crore, it cuts Meerut-Prayagraj travel time to 6 hours. The expressway spans 12 districts, boosts logistics and industry, connects over 50 villages, and features a 3.5-km emergency airstrip for strategic use and development.