Govt agencies aim to exceed last year's wheat procurement of 262 lakh tonnes, targeting 270 lakh tonnes despite lower estimates. Madhya Pradesh faces a 33% decrease. Punjab and Haryana report higher purchases. Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan show substantial increases but contribute only 18 lakh tonnes to the central pool.

Three passengers, including a child, were injured near Raipur when an unauthorized drilling by Chhattisgarh State Electricity Board (CSEB) caused a trackside pole to collapse on the 18030 Shalimar-Lokmanya Tilak Express. The incident, which injured Soumya Mondal in an AC coach, occurred at Urkura station.

A 59-year-old forest guard, Amalendu Halder, was hacked to death in Sundarbans Tiger Reserve by Bangladeshi pirates. The incident underscores acute staff shortage, with only 36 guards compared to the sanctioned 110. Amalendu Halder was from Raidighi and posted at Netidhopani camp.

29 people died at high-altitude shrines during the Char Dham yatra. Deaths include pilgrims like Shashi Kant from Surat due to cardiac arrest in Badrinath, Kamlesh Bhai Patel from Gujarat in Yamunotri, and Rohini Dalvi from Pune in Uttarkashi.

Two software engineers, Aneesh Awadhia and Ashwini Koshta, from Madhya Pradesh, died in Pune after a Porsche Taycan driven by a prominent builder's 17-year-old son hit their motorcycle in Kalyaninagar. The driver was detained and released by the Juvenile Justice Board with conditions, including working with a traffic constable and attending counselling at a Pune engineering college.

Police in Indore razed illegal constructions of four men accused of cow slaughter in Dewas. A farmer in Khetakhedi village found his cows missing and remains in sacks, leading to the demolition. ASP Jayveer Singh Bhadoria oversaw the action. Villagers, with right-wing activists, caught and thrashed Aamin, leading to road blockage until district administration intervened.

Allegation of medical negligence at Govt Medical College in Kozhikode after wrong implant inserted during surgery of a youth's fractured arm. A four-year-old girl underwent surgery on her tongue instead of finger removal. Medical college authorities deny negligence.

An Air India Express plane, IX-1132, flying from Pune to Kochi faced a fire scare after taking off from Bengaluru stopover, leading to an emergency evacuation of 179 passengers. The incident stranded passengers in the Karnataka capital for nearly 13 hours with six crew members on board. This marked Air India's second recent fire scare.

Sunny Khan, a Jaipur resident, battles for life in Anantnag's military hospital ICU after losing vision in a Kashmir terrorist attack. His wife Farah and brother Parvez are critical. Aslam and Mazidan prepare to fly to Kashmir amid election tension in J&K.

Corporate honchos in Mumbai, including Mukesh Ambani and N Chandrasekaran, will vote today. Businesses provide a paid holiday for voting. Essential services have flexible schedules. Blue Star offers compensatory off. Mumbai aims to boost voter turnout. Homesfy, Blackstone-backed Aadhar Housing Finance, and National Restaurant Association of India support voting initiatives.

Manisha, from the Thorat family in Maharashtra's Beed district, marries at 18, a departure from her sisters' early weddings. 'Gate-cane' weddings in the sugarcane industry, known as 'koyta padhhati', fuel child marriages. Reetika Subramanian's research at the University of Cambridge explores the impact of 'gate-cane weddings' on young girls.

Libaru Korram, abducted by Maoists at 16, clears Class 10 exam and inspires others to return to education. He aims to help his wife clear Class 10 and continue his own education.

A study in India shows that most child deaths occur in the early neonatal and post-neonatal periods, with decreasing mortality rates. It highlights challenges in meeting UN SDG targets and the role of researchers in assessing progress.

Videos circulating on social media purportedly depict moments before the crash of Iranian President Raisi's helicopter, despite Iranian state media characterizing it as a hard landing. An Iranian official has confirmed the crash, raising concerns for Raisi and other officials onboard. Footage released by Iranian state media shows rescue operations amidst dense fog and adverse weather conditions near the crash site, heightening the suspense. With the chopper still missing and heavy fog hindering

Rajasthan Royals paid the price for their shoddy show during the business end as a washout of their final IPL league game against table toppers Kolkata Knight Riders in Guwahati on Sunday pushed them to third place behind Sunrisers Hyderabad.

Looking to return to winning ways after four defeats on the trot, Rajasthan Royals got no game time in their last game against table-toppers KKR as the match got abandoned with only toss taking place. Both teams shared a point each as Royals hopes of securing a top-two finish were dashed. KKR ended the league stage at the top with 20 points.

PM Modi talking about corruption is just double standards. He made a big revelation about corruption and said that Adani and Ambani were distributing sacks full of black money. His (PM Modi) ED, CBI, and Income Tax are not going to Adani and Ambani, Shrinate told ANI.

A juvenile accused in a fatal Pune car accident received bail with conditions. The minor driver collided with a motorcycle, killing two. DCP Vijay Kumar Magar confirmed arrest, FIR, and charges of rash and negligent driving and causing harm. The police are investigating the incident.

Arvind Kejriwal, Delhi's Chief Minister, accuses the BJP of attempting to obstruct free education by arresting him. Reflecting on his time in jail, he expresses gratitude for the support from Delhi's residents and attributes his release to their prayers and the blessings of Bajrang Bali. Kejriwal claims that his imprisonment stemmed from his efforts to establish top-tier government schools in Delhi, contrasting it with the alleged lack of nationwide school construction by Prime Minister Modi. He

UP CM Yogi Adityanath launched scathing attacks on the Congress and Samajwadi Party, accusing them of neglecting Hindu pilgrim places and prioritizing Pakistan's interests. He criticized their alleged agenda of implementing inheritance tax and claimed their policies echoed the cruelty of Aurangzeb. Adityanath also denounced their response to recent events, contrasting it with their reaction to the passing of a mafia figure.

A 12-year-old girl developed stomach issues after trying liquid nitrogen paan, leading to surgery at Narayana Multispeciality Hospital. Safety precautions with liquid nitrogen were emphasized by Dr Vijay HS.

As India Election 2024 iprogress, the narrative shifts continuously, raising questions about whether the Lok Sabha Elections have reached a pivotal moment with over 70% of seats secured. Amidst claims from major players about the direction of the wind, core issues remain central to the electoral discourse. In anticipation of Phase 5 of the Indian General Elections, this TOI broadcast decodes the evolving issues, emerging trends, and anticipated twists. Top psephologists provide insights and anal

As India Election 2024 iprogress, the narrative shifts continuously, raising questions about whether the Lok Sabha Elections have reached a pivotal moment with over 70% of seats secured. Amidst claims from major players about the direction of the wind, core issues remain central to the electoral discourse. In anticipation of Phase 5 of the Indian General Elections, this TOI broadcast decodes the evolving issues, emerging trends, and anticipated twists. Top psephologists provide insights and anal

Shilpa Shinde, known for her extensive work on television, is now ready to take on a new challenge as a contestant on Khatron Ke Khiladi 14. The actress, who has garnered a strong fan base through her various roles, is gearing up to showcase her adventurous side on the stunt-based reality show. The popular actress joined ETimes TV for a 'Lunch Date' where she opened up about the decision of taking up Khatron Ke Khiladi 14, her phobias and preparations for the show. She also talked about leaving

The Singapore-flagged cargo ship Dali, stuck in Baltimore port after colliding with Francis Scott Key Bridge, will undergo a salvage operation, endorsed by Maryland Governor for progress.

The fifth phase of Lok Sabha elections in 49 constituencies across states like Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Odisha will also impact Naveen Patnaik's electoral fate and NDA's stronghold. Prominent leaders include Rahul Gandhi, Rajnath Singh, Smriti Irani, and Congress. NDA's performance and the outcome in Odisha will be closely watched.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Saturday knocked out the defending and five-time champions CSK and it came as a shock for CSK fans across the country. The defeat meant CSK, under new skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad, finished fifth on the table this season. Kolkata Knight Riders, Rajasthan Royals, Sunrisers Hyderabad and RCB have advanced to playoffs.

Niyati Fatnani is all set to be a part of Khatron Ke Khiladi 14, while exclusively chatting with ETimes TV, Niyati shared her reaction to participating in the reality show, her family's reaction, preparations and more. She also shared how her fans have full faith in her and are sure she will nail it. Niyati also shared that she has formed a fun bond with Krishna Shroff already when she signed up for the show. #niyatifatnani #khatronkekhiladi #khatronkekhiladi14 #rohitshetty

A helicopter that was transporting Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi crashed in east Azerbaijan on Sunday, as reported by several media outlets. Rescuers are trying to reach the site of the incident', state television reported. There were no immediate details about what happened to the helicopter. However, Iran has confirmed that the president was on the helicopter with Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian and two senior East Azerbaijan leaders.

A US House Committee meeting turned chaotic as lawmakers engaged in a tense exchange, sparking outrage among Democratic representatives. Discussions included holding Attorney General Merrick Garland in contempt and criticism from Speaker Mike Johnson regarding the chaos and name-calling.

Bollywood filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali discusses the casting process of 'Heeramandi,' highlighting the pivotal role of casting director Shruti and praising Sonakshi Sinha's star power. He mentions bringing in talents like Sanjeeda Sheikh, Farida Jalal, and Sharmin, and expresses confidence in the cast's ability to bring depth to the project.

After Chennai Super Kings bowed out of the IPL 2024 tournament following a defeat against Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Mahendra Singh Dhoni returned to his hometown of Ranchi on Sunday. The defending champions' journey concluded with their loss in the crucial match.

A study by the Sino-Russian Laboratory analyzed the impact of trade blockades on 19 global economies, highlighting the resilience of countries like Russia, China, and the US. Despite facing international sanctions, the Russian economy has shown positive GDP growth, outpacing major Western economies.

The Election Commission's announcement in Gonda sets the stage for a high-stakes battle in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. Kirti Vardhan Singh from BJP faces off against Shreya Verma of the Samajwadi Party. In 2019, Kirti Vardhan Singh secured victory with 508,190 votes, defeating Vinod Kumar Alias Pandit Singh.

RCB continued their fairytale run to grab the fourth and final play-off berth with a 27-run victory over defending champions CSK in their must-win last IPL league game. It was the sixth straight win for RCB, who first posted a solid 218 for five after being invited to bat and then restricted CSK to 191 for 7 to make it to the play-offs for the ninth time in 15 seasons.