Uttar Pradesh News: 70 people hospitalised after having food at a wedding ceremony

A 2.6 magnitude tremor was recorded in Chhattisgarh's Bastar district on Wednesday evening, officials said. No damage or casualties were reported from the area, they said. No damage or casualties were reported from the area, they said.

The tremor was recorded around 8 pm with its epicenter located 5 km deep and 2 km in the north-east direction from Jagdalpur, the headquarter of the district, a meteorological department official said in Raipur.Aftershocks were also felt in Jagdalpur town, he said.

Acting on a tip-off and intelligence reports, the Himachal Pradesh Excise and Taxation Department seized more than one lakh litres of illicit liquor (lahan) in Nurpur, officials said on Wednesday. A team of the Excise Department led by Excise Commissioner Yunus seized the illicit liquor in Gagwal, Ullehrian and Tyora of Mand area under the Indora tehsil in Nurpur.

More than 1,500 healthcare staff, including specialist doctors, will be deployed for the upcoming pilgrimage to 3,880-metre-high holy cave shrine of Amarnath in south Kashmir Himalayas, officials said on Wednesday.

Two 100-bedded hospitals, one each at Chandanwari-Pahalgam and Baltal, along with more than 100 medical centres would be set up from Lakhanpur to the cave shrine for the benefit of pilgrims, the officials said.

US President Biden signs bill to provide new military aid for Ukraine, says assistance will begin within hours

“We have received an order from the RBI which directs us to temporarily pause onboarding of new customers though our online and mobile banking channels and issuance of fresh credit cards. The Bank has taken measures for adoption of new technologies to strengthen its IT systems and will continue to work with RBI to swiftly resolve balance issues at the earliest. We want to reassure our existing customers of uninterrupted services, including credit card, mobile and net banking. Our branches continue to welcome and onboard new customers, providing them with all the Bank’s services, apart from issuance of new credit cards,” according to a statement from KMB

Usain Bolt- an eight-time Olympic gold medallist - joins as an ambassador for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024, says ICC

The Enforcement Directorate on Wednesday conducted searches against an Uttar Pradesh-based real estate company as part of a money laundering investigation linked to an alleged bank loan fraud and cheating of homebuyers, official sources said. Officials of the federal agency covered premises linked to the Tulsiani Group in Lucknow, Meerut, Noida and Prayagraj apart from Gurugram in Haryana.

Five Indian fishermen have been safely repatriated from Sri Lanka and will reach India later this evening, says High Commission of India in Colombo, Sri Lanka

Two labourers die after falling into septic tank of under-construction building in Mumbai; one critical, says an official.

To save the wastage of drinking water, Railways have decided that one Rail Neer Packaged Drinking water (PDW) bottle of 500 ml shall be served to each passenger across all Vande Bharat trains. Another Rail Neer PDW bottle of 500 ml would be served to passengers on demand without charging any additional amount.

President Mohamed Muizzu and his People's National Congress on Wednesday further consolidated their position in Parliament with six independent candidates, elected in Sunday's polls, joining the ruling party

Gold prices fell for a third session on Wednesday, partly because hedge funds reduced their holdings amid easing concerns of a major escalation of the Middle East crisis, while investors awaited key U.S. economic data for interest-rate clues.

In other precious metals, spot silver fell 0.6% to $27.11 per ounce.

Boeing said Wednesday that it lost $355 million on falling revenue in the first quarter, another sign of the crisis gripping the aircraft manufacturer as it faces increasing scrutiny over the safety of its planes and accusations of shoddy work from a growing number of whistleblowers. Boeing's CEO said the company is in a tough moment, and its focus is on fixing its manufacturing issues, not the financial results

Saudi Arab's national airline Saudia on Wednesday announced the launch of an AI-driven platform for offering personalized travel solutions to customers. The digital platform, Travel Companion, is intended to be a comprehensive, one-stop solution that allows users to book concierge services such as hotels, transportation, restaurants, activities, and attractions, eliminating the need to switch between multiple platforms, Saudia said.

Around 3-4 people fell into an approx 40-foot-deep septic tank of an under-construction building in Malad area. 3 people have been rescued and sent to trauma care hospital, condition awaited, says BMC

As many as 18 Naxalites, including a militia platoon section commander and three women, surrendered on Wednesday in Chhattisgarh's Dantewada, a senior police officer said. Hidma Oyam (34) was working as the Hurrepal Panchayat Militia Platoon (HPMP) section commander, said Dantewada Superintendent of Police Gaurav Rai.

ASK Automotive Limited inked a strategic joint venture with AISIN Group Companies (a Japanese OE Auto Components Supplier) to expand its footprints into domestic and international independent aftermarket for passenger car products

"With this Strategic Collaboration, both Companies endeavour to expand their footprints across India, Nepal, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh for Independent Aftermarket (IAM) of Passenger Car Products," the company said in a statement.

Sunil Kamble, Director IMD Mumbai says, "In the coming two to three days we are expecting temperature between 34 to 36 degrees Celsius and from Saturday we are expecting that temperature will go around 38 degrees Celsius and it will continue for two-three days. Then again there will be a drop in temperature. We are expecting some thunderstorm activities because of the wind discontinuity in the coming two to three days in some parts."

RBI in a statement said, "In the absence of a robust IT infrastructure and IT Risk Management framework, the bank’s Core Banking System (CBS) and its online and digital banking channels have suffered frequent and significant outages in the last two years, the recent one being a service disruption on April 15, 2024, resulting in serious customer inconveniences. The bank is found to be materially deficient in building necessary operational resilience on account of its failure to build IT systems and controls commensurate with its growth."

Financial Services Institutions Bureau (FSIB) recommends Rana Ashutosh Kumar Singh for the position of MD in SBI

Smoke was seen coming from an All Nippon Airways plane as it landed safely at Shin Chitose airport in northern Japan on Wednesday, public broadcaster NHK reported. The ANA flight was carrying about 200 people and no injuries were reported, NHK said.

High GST rates, pandemic effect and Chinese locks… the triple whammy undercutting the livelihoods of thousands of workers and traders in Uttar Pradesh's famed Tala Nagri has emerged as a major concern this election and voters are looking for a candidate who will pull the lock industry out of the slump.

The Rs 4,000 crore industry of Aligarh, where lock making is likened to an art dating back to the Mughals, is not so robust anymore with shifting global market dynamics taking their toll.

The Supreme Court on Wednesday stayed the construction of four proposed dams inside Kalesar Wildlife Sanctuary in Haryana's Yamunanagar district. A bench of justices B R Gavai and Sandeep Mehta issued notices to the Centre, the Haryana government and others while seeking their replies. A bench of justices B R Gavai and Sandeep Mehta issued notices to the Centre, the Haryana government and others while seeking their replies.

The Supreme Court on Wednesday issued contempt notice to the vice-chairman of Delhi Development Authority (DDA) for the felling of over 1,000 trees for the construction of an approach road between Chattarpur Road and SAARC University near Maidan Garhi .

A minor fire broke out in a government school in outer Delhi's Nihal Vihar area on Wednesday, officials said. No one was injured in the fire, they said. At least three fire tenders were pressed into service which managed to douse the blaze within half an hour, they said.

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) in Mumbai has taken provisional action to attach immovable properties valued at Rs 73.62 Crore. These properties include various land parcels belonging to Pravin Raut and his associates, located in and around Palghar, Dapoli, Raigad, and Thane. This action is part of the ongoing investigation into the Patra Chawl redevelopment case under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002 (PMLA). The total attachment in this case now amounts to Rs 116.27 Crore, according to the ED.

Former wrestler Narsingh Pancham Yadav elected chairman of Wrestling Federation of India's Athletes' Commission as mandated by United World Wrestling

Rouse Avenue Court adjournes the hearing into CBI's arguments on charge, till May 7.

The court has asked the CBI to make a table to show statements and evidence.

West Bengal Government moves Supreme Court against Calcutta High Court decision declaring the entire panel of 2016 School Service Commission teachers' recruitment, null and void

The Centre is considering a proposal to widen the scope and size of housing subsidy for the urban poor under the PM Awas Yojana (PMAY), CNBC-TV18 reported on April 24, citing sources familiar to the discussions.

In the expanded ambit of the housing scheme, those who are self-employed, shop keepers as well as small traders are likely to be covered under the scheme, said the source. The subsidised loan that will be extended in the wider scheme is expected to be benchmarked to the price and size of the housing unit. For a house that'll cost buyer Rs 35 lakh, a subsidised loan of up to Rs 30 lakh is being proposed to be extended, learns CNBC-TV18. Read here

At a Social Justice Conclave held in Delhi, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi underscored the significance of conducting a caste census, stating that after 70 years, it represents a crucial step towards understanding the current societal landscape. Gandhi affirmed the commitment to evaluate the prevailing situation and determine the necessary course of action for implementation.

Addressing the gathering, Gandhi remarked, "Don't think the caste census is just a survey of castes. We will also add an economic and institutional survey to it."

NCLT imposes a cost of Rs 20,000 on Byju’s for not filing a response to Surfer Technology’s insolvency plea for over 50 days. NCLT has warned the company that it will take its record of response only after the cost is deposited. Please come up for a hearing now on May 1.

The US Senate has passed a significant bill that could result in TikTok being banned in America. Under this legislation, TikTok's Chinese parent company, ByteDance, has nine months to divest its stake, or else the app will face a block in the United States.

The bill is now awaiting approval from US President Joe Biden, who has expressed his intention to sign it into law promptly.

Should the US compel ByteDance to sell TikTok, any potential deal would require approval from Chinese authorities. However, Beijing has pledged to resist such actions. Analysts anticipate that this process could extend over several years.

Former Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren moves the Supreme Court over delay by the high court in deciding his case challenging his arrest by ED. He seeks an urgent hearing. SC to consider his request.

Acting on specific intelligence indicating the smuggling of gold from Africa via Mumbai International Airport and its subsequent processing at a melting facility to erase foreign markings before entering the local market, the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) initiated action on April 22.

During the operation, DRI seized 9.67 kilograms of smuggled gold, 18.48 kilograms of silver, Indian currency amounting to Rs. 1.92 crore, and $190,000, with a total value of Rs. 10.48 crore.

Four individuals, including two carriers, the recruiter, and the melter, confessed to their involvement in smuggling gold into India. Consequently, they were arrested under the Customs Act, 1962, and remanded to judicial custody.

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- The Election Commission (EC) stated that the limitation period for filing an election petition is 30 days, thus EVMs are retained for 30 days. However, according to the Representation of the People Act, it is 45 days. Could you provide clarification on this matter?
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The Supreme Court has requested an EC official to address these questions at 2 PM. On the day the judgment was reserved, an EC official addressed the court, and the Supreme Court summoned him to be present in court.

Ramdev and Balkrishna, co-founders of Patanjali Ayurved Limited, have issued a fresh public apology in newspapers on Wednesday, April 24. This action follows a Supreme Court hearing on a contempt case, during which the court raised concerns about the adequacy of the previous apology issued by the company regarding misleading advertisements.

“In wake of on going matter before the Hon'ble Supreme Court of India, we in our individual capacity as well as on behalf of the Company, unconditionally apologise for the non-compliance or disobedience of directions/orders of the Hon'ble Supreme Court of India,” the new “unconditional public apology.”

According to a statement from Kashmir Zone Police, an encounter between terrorists and security forces commenced early this morning in the Renji forest area of Aragam, located in Bandipora. Security forces have launched a search operation in the area as the situation unfolds.

The Delhi Police intervened, detaining AAP leaders, workers, and members of its doctors' wing participating in the demonstration against Kejriwal's arrest and the alleged mishandling of his medical treatment in jail.

The protest aimed to raise awareness about Kejriwal's purported mistreatment in jail and allegations of negligence regarding his insulin administration, with AAP supporters campaigning on the streets to garner public support.

Members of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), including leaders, workers, and representatives from its doctors' wing, staged protests in response to the arrest of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in connection with a liquor policy case. The demonstration also highlighted concerns over the controversy surrounding the administration of insulin to Kejriwal while in jail.

AAP's candidate for the East Delhi Lok Sabha Seat, Kuldeep Kumar, condemned Kejriwal's arrest, alleging it as a conspiracy by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Kumar stated, "The CM, who provided facilities to the people of Delhi, has been jailed by the BJP under a conspiracy." He further emphasized the support garnered from the people of Delhi, asserting their readiness to express their dissent through the ballot box.

In a recent session at the United Nations Security Council, India's Permanent Representative, Ruchira Kamboj, reiterated India's strong dedication to the women, peace, and security agenda. Kamboj emphasized India's multifaceted approach to combatting conflict-related sexual violence, stressing the importance of international cooperation, domestic policy reforms, and grassroots initiatives.

Addressing the open debate on "Preventing Conflict-Related Sexual Violence through Demilitarisation and Gender-Responsive Arms Control," Kamboj showcased India's proactive stance in promoting peace and gender equality on a global scale.

In his immediate response following the bill's passage, Biden emphasized the bipartisan effort, stating that a "bipartisan majority in the Senate joined the House to answer history’s call at this critical inflection point."

The approved legislation entails sending $26 billion in wartime aid to Israel, along with humanitarian relief to Gaza citizens. Additionally, $8 billion is allocated for countering Chinese threats in Taiwan and the Indo-Pacific region. U.S. officials anticipate that approximately $1 billion of the aid will be dispatched shortly, with the majority set to follow in the ensuing weeks.

After months of delays and contentious debate over the extent of US involvement in foreign conflicts, the Senate has finally passed a $95 billion war aid package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan. The bill, which was approved by an overwhelming 79-18 vote late Tuesday, had previously been passed by the House on Saturday. President Joe Biden, who collaborated with congressional leaders to garner support for the legislation, announced his intention to sign it on Wednesday.

The demonstrations turned violent as clashes ensued between students and law enforcement officers. Reports from the New York Police Department (NYPD) indicated that students threw bottles and even assaulted officers with items such as chairs.

On the previous Monday, nearly 120 individuals were apprehended from private universities in connection with the protests, as per NYPD reports. With tensions remaining high both globally and domestically, concerns over further escalation loom large.

Unrest swept through university campuses across the United States as pro-Palestinian demonstrations erupted, leading to widespread arrests and disruptions to classes. Columbia University in New York emerged as a focal point of the protests, with students demanding the institution to divest from companies allegedly profiting from "Israeli apartheid, genocide, and occupation in Palestine."

Despite Hezbollah's claims, the Israeli military denies any knowledge of its facilities being struck. Previously, they had acknowledged intercepting two "aerial targets" off the northern coast of Israel. However, tensions persisted and violence escalated.

Lebanon's official news agency, NNA, reported casualties from an Israeli airstrike on a residential area in the southern Lebanese town of Hanin. At least two individuals were killed, and six others sustained injuries in the incident.

In a significant escalation of tensions, Hezbollah, the Lebanese militant group, has carried out drone strikes on Israeli military bases north of Acre. This represents the most profound intrusion into Israeli territory since the beginning of the Gaza conflict. The strikes were reportedly in retaliation for the killing of a Hezbollah fighter.

Hezbollah took responsibility for the attacks, describing them as a coordinated aerial assault using both decoy and explosive drones. The targeted bases were situated between Acre and Nahariyya. The group, with backing from Iran, justified its actions as a response to an earlier Israeli attack that resulted in the death of one of its members. Alongside its statement, Hezbollah released satellite imagery indicating the location of the assault.

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