PM Modi's political history based on 'Hindu-Muslim dispute': Digvijaya Singh
Mr. Singh, who has been fielded by the Congress from Rajgarh Lok Sabha seat in Madhya Pradesh, also said that he was not satisfied with the recent Supreme Court ruling on Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs).
Agniveer recruitment rally at 1 EME Centre Secunderabad from June 20
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On March 22 Union Minister Purshottam Rupala kicked off a storm with his comments while addressing a Dalit gathering
Local Congress leader stabbed to death in Hyderabad
The toy story: the origin story of the Teddy Bear
The iconic teddy bear has a fascinating origin story that dates back to the early 20th Century. The toys name is commonly attributed to an incident involving former U.S. President Theodore Roosevelt.
Poonch IAF convoy attack: Operation to flush out terrorists enters second day
The terrorists are believed to have fled into a forest after the attack
History in the making in Russia as Putin set to begin another term in office
Just a few months short of a quarter-century as Russias leader, Vladimir Putin starts another six-year term as president holding extraordinary power
No need to capture PoK by force; its people will themselves want to join India, Rajnath feels
Mr. Singh asserted that the ground situation has improved significantly in Jammu and Kashmir and that a time will come when AFSPA (Armed Forces Special Powers Act) will no longer be required in the Union Territory
Karan Brar, Kamalpreet Singh, and Karanpreet Singh, have been charged with first-degree murder and conspiracy to commit murder
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Kharge, Rahul condemn dastardly terror attack on IAF convoy, condole death of officer
Congress President Malikarjun Kharge extended condolences over the death of personnel of the Indian Air Force in a terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmirs Poonch district. In a post on X, Kharge wrote, Deeply pained by the cowardly terror attack on the IAF vehicle in Poonch, Jammu & Kashmir. We strongly and unequivocally condemn this []
Massive manhunt underway after terror attack on IAF convoy in Poonch
Security personnel on Sunday morning launched a massive manhunt following a terrorist attack on an Indian Air Force convoy a day before, in which one personnel was killed, officials said. According to the officials, the search operation was carried out to track the terrorists. Security forces have laid down nakas and checking is going on []
Haveri constituency: A fight between former Chief Minister and son of a former MLA
The seat where BJP has won successively in the last four elections is considered to be a safe bet and that seems to be the reason for Mr. Bommai trying his luck from here in Lok Sabha election
In Frames | Vicissitudes of a wedding
Koothandavar festival at Koovagam in Tamil Nadu plays out a tale of marriage and widowhood, all in a day; the annual event has significance for transgender groups
Congress trying to mislead people with false promises again: Ponnala
The Congress party had failed to implement the six guarantees in 100 days of coming to power, he said
Elections, heatwave conditions and summer vacations hit blood collection
Several of the 217 private blood banks are not able to meet even 50% of the demand as their supply mainly depends on voluntary blood donation camps
Here is a select list of stories to start the day
Lok Sabha 2024 LIVE updates: PM Modi to campaign in Ayodhya
PM Modi continues his election campaign in Uttar Pradesh
Participation of more MPs needed in discussions on key affairs in Parliament says Daggumalla
The former IRS officer says that he wants to be elected to the Parliament so that he could participate in key debates, and influence policies and help bring in legislations for a stronger India
INDIA bloc nominees file nominations for four Lok Sabha seats
Jacks-of-all-trades are the lifeblood of a community
Opposition should find issues against us that actually stick: Hardeep Singh Puri
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has shared the facts of the excise policy case, in which the liquor vendors have themselves claimed a substantial increase in commission; voters are mature enough to decide for themselves, says former diplomat, senior BJP leader and Union Minister for Housing and Urban Affairs, and Petroleum and Natural Gas
Candidates at loggerheads over parties stand on Visakhapatnam Steel Plant
While the YSRCP nominee demands Prime Minister Narendra Modis clear statement at the May 6 election campaign in Anakapalli, the TDP candidate demands Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddys position on it
Lovely jumps ship again, joins BJP; Congress calls him opportunist
Three ex-MLAs who quit Congress over tie-up with AAP also join BJP; Lovely says supporters urged him not to sit at home and go with stronger party
Punters make elections a high-stakes play in Andhra Pradesh
Realtors, aqua traders, NRIs, political analysts and businessmen bet crores of rupees on key constituencies
The Tamil Nadu government has taken steps to denotify the boundaries of the Pulicat bird sanctuary, which includes 13 revenue villages. This will exclude the villages and thereby reduce the sanctuarys eco-sensitive zone. A port expansion plan and an industrial park within the present default eco-sensitive zone threaten its future. Will these developments further affect the lake, the land, and the livelihood of locals, all of whom have been bearing the brunt of industrialisation in surrounding areas over the last few decades?
Consumer forum directs travel agency to pay 6 lakh as compensation
From rejection and self-doubt to resilience and a hope for success
DMK government did not buy new buses, failed to repair old ones: Palaniswami
No restrictions on entry into Nilgiris district: Collector
Reject BJPs divisive tactics: Farooq
Srinagar, May 04: National Conference (NC) President Dr Farooq Abdullah on Saturday accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of attempting to instill fear among Hindus to maintain his power. Abdullah said PM was diverting attention from the issues concerning common people that originally propelled him to power in 2014. Speaking in support of the partys Lok []
Parra welcomes Mirwaizs statement on elections, urges high voter turnout
Assures resolving contractual employees issues if voted to power
Bukhari welcomes Waqar Bhatti, his wife into Apni Party
Srinagar, May 04: Prominent socio-political activist Waqar H Bhatti, along with his wife Roohi Bhatti, joined the Apni Party on Saturday in the presence of the party president Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari. Roohi Bhatti is also a prominent activist, having served as coordinator in PDPs Youth Wing and Tribal Cell. The couple joined the party []
Omar conducts roadshow in Beerwah, highlights his dev initiatives
Budgam, May 04: National Conference Vice President and former chief minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday urged the voters to exercise their franchise for the progress of Jammu and Kashmir. Omar, who is the NC candidate from north Kashmirs Baramulla parliamentary constituency, conducted a roadshow in the Beerwah assembly constituency in central Kashmirs Budgam district. He []
Tourism, employment, growth of local economy will be my priority: Manhas
Rajouri, May 04: Apni Party Vice President and contesting candidate for RajouriAnantnag Parliamentary seat, Zafar Iqbal Manhas on Saturday assured the people that he would not disappoint them. My prime duty is to represent you without any partiality and ensure equal development in Pir-Panjal region, he said while ensuring them that their unfulfilled demands will []
Ferry services soon to resume between Nagapattinam and Kankesanthurai in Sri Lanka
Bhushan Steel case transferred to different judge after accused raises objection
Bukhari slams traditional parties for hypocrisy
Srinagar, May 04: Urging people to choose change for a better future for the younger generation, Apni Party President Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari on Saturday accused the regions traditional political parties of being hypocritical in nature and said they could go to any extent in their pursuit of power. He made these remarks while addressing []
Elderly man arrested for death of bed-ridden wife in Ernakulam
1 soldier killed, 4 injured in terror attack on IAF convoy in Poonch
Jammu, May 04: One soldier was killed while four were injured when terrorists ambushed a convoy of the Indian Air Force (IAF) in Jammu and Kashmirs Poonch district on Saturday, officials said. The attack occurred late Saturday evening near Shahsitar area in Poonch sector. In the ensuing gunfight with the terrorists, the IAF warriors fought []
Graduation day held in Vellore
Searches underway in Poonch forests to hunt down terrorists
Alert in entire region, lights installed; special commandos deployed
Muzrai temples revenue jumps by 5%, footfall by 3%
Minister Ramalinga Reddy attributes the jump to Shakti scheme
Spice exporters say concern about ethylene oxide exaggerated
Over 1.5 lakh students from T.N. to take up NEET exam tomorrow
Soaring heat, little rain hit drinking water supply system
Justices R. Mahadevan and P.D. Audikesavalu have decided to hear the matter in a special sitting scheduled on May 10
CMFRI launches campaign on climate change to create awareness among fishers
Slashing of MBBS quota: SKIMS issues clarification
Srinagar, May 04: In response to the National Medical Commissions (NMCs) notice that had threatened slashing of MBBS seats for Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS) Medical College Srinagar, the institute has issued a clarification. Earlier, on April 29, the NMC, which regulates medical education and medical professionals, issued a show cause notice signed by []
Dir Sericulture reviews developmental projects in Pulwama
Srinagar, May 04: Ajaz Ahmad Bhat (IAS), Director Sericulture J&K, during his visit to District Pulwama today oversaw various developmental projects of the department in District Pulwama. His itinerary included inspection of Mulberry Nurseries/Farms, Incubation cum Chawki Rearing Centers of the Department and to ascertain the progress of construction works of Seed Houses/Chawki Rearing Centers []
More flights from Kochi airport as passenger volume rises by 18%
Kashmir wants peace, not return to stone pelting, bandh era: Rana
People now understand that boiling Kashmir was political investment of some actors
Couple running realty firm held for cheating people
Can two languages walk the road together hold each others hands and grow? Can we begin with our schools?
Nature is a great giver that rains benevolence & empathy
Srinagar, May 04: In the Art of Giving, we cannot overlook that nature is a great giver and a selfless giver. Wind/air, earth, and fire without them the world cannot survive. The wind raises the clouds to form the rain, that nurtures the earth to grow vegetation, fruits and flowers, and the wood that kindles []
Dir Health, Shrine Board officers review preparations for Amarnath Yatra
Srinagar, May 04: Director Health Services Kashmir (DHSK), Dr Mushtaq Ahmad Rather and Shrine Board officers led by Rai on Saturday visited Baltal Base Hospital to oversee the healthcare preparations for the upcoming Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2024. Accompanied by senior-level officers, Dr Mushtaq took stock of the healthcare measures in place and ensured that []
SSP Pulwama inaugurates From Kashmir to Punjab restaurant
Pulwama, May 04: Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Pulwama P D Nitya on Saturday inaugurated a restaurant in this south Kashmir district. The event was attended by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Parliamentary candidate for Srinagar constituency, Waheed ur Rehman Parra and other officials. From Kashmir to Punjab provides a unique range of culinary dishes []
Poaching attempt thwarted in Bheemaram reserve forest, four arrested
Two held on charge of ornament theft worth 45 lakh
Kavinder flags off BJP Mahila Morcha for election campaign in Maharashtra
Jammu May 04: Senior Bharatiya Janata Party leader and former Deputy Chief Minister, Kavinder Gupta on Saturday flagged off the BJP Mahila Morcha team of Jammu & Kashmir to Maharashtra for an extensive election campaign in view of Lok Sabha polls. Expressing his confidence in the capability of the Mahila Morcha Team headed by its []
MVD officials seek standardised driving test ground with dedicated tracks
Grounds with gradient and zig-zag and parking tracks sought
Cockroaches in ice-cream storage, fungal infected carrots found in popular eateries
Legal awareness program on NALSA Scheme, 2015 held at Charar-I-Sharief
Budgam, May 04: The District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), Budgam and Tehsil Legal Services Committee (TLSC), Chare-I-Sharief, in association with Government Boys Higher Secondary School, Chare-I-Sharief, and HR & ACF (NGO) on Saturday organize an awareness program aimed at empowering communities with legal knowledge about the (Child friendly Legal Services to Children and their Protection) []
BRS will not join NDA, INDIA Bloc post-poll: KTR
He asks people of Malkajigiri PC to reject Congress, BJP
36-year-old quack arrested near Walajah town in Ranipet
Five GST officials arrested in refund fraud cases
Seven arrested for hurling petrol bomb at lorry drivers house in Tirupattur
Merge MDMK with DMK, erstwhile presidium chairman Duraisamy tells Vaiko
British era sub-jail in Tirupattur to be modernised soon
Forest Department invites suggestions on draft guidelines on exotic species declaration
A special committee has been formed to standardise the procedures for identification of exotic species, verification of the facilities required, and their monitoring
Going to police should be last resort in matrimonial disputes: Supreme Court judgment
SC requests Parliament to make changes in the Bhartiya Nyaya Sanhita after considering the pragmatic realities of misuse of domestic harassment provisions
CM directs immediate action to arrest Prajwal, SIT seeks Blue Corner Notice against absconding MP
Though there are reports that Prajwal Revanna flew to Dubai a few days ago, his location is not ascertained
In mission to trigger review of State OBC lists, NCBC hits a wall of absent socio-economic data
The Commissions work is now being cited by PM Modi to attack Congresss social justice platform. But in the NCBCs way lies a hole of absent socio-economic data on OBCs something that the Congress manifesto promises to plug with a socio-economic caste census
Do not hold special classes during summer vacation, says School Education Department
The department says strict action against those schools found to be in violation of the order
Political corner meetings in Secunderabad push traffic into chaos
Madras to Chennai, an expo at DakshinaChitra on the citys ethos
The humble park as the grand studio
Gen Z would want Greater Chennai Corporation to design parks as spaces that foster creativity
The 1971 BA Economics batch ofVivekananda College brings a pattern to its reunions
Former Jammu and Kashmir DGP Shesh Paul Vaid slammed Pakistan after terrorists attacked an Indian Air Force convoy vehicle in the Poonch sector, stating that the neighbouring country will not tolerate seeing people of Jammu and Kashmir exercising their democratic right. Information has been received that the Indian Air Force has been attacked in Mendhar []
Gaza truce talks resume in Egypt, without Israel for now
Mediators from Qatar, Egypt and the United States sat down with a Hamas delegation to hear the militant group's response to a proposal
Wild elephant found sick, standing at one place in Bhadra reservoir backwater
Ensure that every employee on election duty is allowed to vote: APJAC Amaravati to CEO
Chennai High School inTeynampet on campaign mode
Preserving the past, only effecting a minor tweak
An effective shelter through most part of the year, the Indian ash tree takes a sabbatical at the height of summer. A suitable ally to this native tree can salvage the situation
Meet this group from Chennai who are rediscovering the sounds of the past
Miyawaki forest to come up on Collectorate campus
Couple arrested for chit fund fraud in Porur
They had cheated 14 persons to the tune of 36 lakh
IAF Convoy Attack: One Soldier succumbs to injuries
One of the five Indian Air Force soldiers injured in the terrorist attack in Poonch district has passed away in hospital during treatment, Officials said on Saturday. Security Force officials said, One more soldier is critical and undergoing treatment while the remaining three are stable. Meanwhile, In a post on X, Indian Air Force said, []