West Bengal: EC orders suspension of joint BDO ahead of polls
In a letter to the chief secretary of West Bengal, the poll panel said the action against Jyotsna Khatun, the joint BDO of Purba Bardhaman district's Khandaghosh, is based on a recommendation from the chief electoral officer of the state.
Asaduddin Owaisi slams Himanta Sarma over 'break backbone of Miyas' remark: 'No one can destroy Muslims from Assam'
"Miya" is originally a pejorative term used for Bengali-speaking Muslims in Assam, and the non-Bengali-speaking people generally identify them as Bangladeshi immigrants.
Tamil Nadu polls: Why Annamalai’s name does not figure in BJP’s list?
Tamil Nadu will go to the polls in a single phase on April 23, covering a total of 234 constituencies in the State. Counting of votes is scheduled for May 4.
5.9 magnitude earthquake strikes Afghanistan; tremors felt in Delhi-NCR, Punjab and Haryana
The impact was also felt in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), as per initial reports.
AIMPLB slams UCC Bill passed by Gujarat Assembly, vows to challenge it in high court
The Board said the Bill is an attempt to impose majoritarian social and cultural norms upon minority communities, particularly Muslims, and this is "unacceptable".
Raghav Chadha releases another video after AAP's "soft PR jibe": ‘My two minutes’
On Thursday, the AAP removed Chadha as the party's deputy leader in Rajya Sabha and replaced him with Ashok Mittal. The party has sent a letter to the Rajya Sabha Secretariat informing it of the change.
AAP vs Raghav Chadha: Opposition calls out party's 'use-and-throw' policy, terms it 'undemocratic'
The Arvind Kejriwal-led party on Thursday removed Raghav Chadha as AAP's deputy leader in Rajya Sabha.
Weather alert: IMD issues warning of two successive Western disturbances: Hailstorms, rain predicted in these states
Weather alert: The IMD said two successive Western disturbances will sweep through the region, with peak activity expected on April 3-4 and a second spell arriving around April 7.
ECI directs DGP to review 'lapse' in police deployment in West Bengal
Describing the matter as a "lapse", the official said the poll panel has issued directions to the DGP to ensure corrective measures at the earliest.
PM Modi holds roadshow in Puducherry, seeks support for NDA
The Prime Minister, flanked by AINRC founder leader Chief Minister N Rangasamy and BJP leader, Home Minister A Namassivayam, held his roadshow between the Ajanta signal point and the Kamarajar statue/Raja theatre signal, a distance of less than 2 km, and it took nearly an hour for the show to conclude.
EC slams deployment of over 2,000 cops in Bengal for security of TMC leaders, supporters
Assembly polls in West Bengal will be held in two phases on April 23 and 29, with the counting of votes to be taken up on May 4.
Authorities issue avalanche warning near Atal Tunnel in Himachal; orange alert for hailstorm in 5 districts
Tourist movement and commercial activities have been restricted near the north portal of the tunnel by the authorities, citing avalanche threat and safety concerns.
UP ATS arrests 4 members of terror module with links to Pakistani handlers
ATS unearthed a network of individuals who were allegedly in contact with Pakistan-based handlers through social media platforms and engaged in anti-national activities aimed at spreading fear and causing economic damage.
Ujjain is where Equator, Tropic of Cancer meet, says Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan; bats for Mahakal Standard Time
India’s spiritual centres like Ujjain, Kashi, Kanchi and Puri are living labs blending science, art, culture, literature and spirituality, Pradhan said at the Mahakal conference.
India largely shielded from US tariffs on patented drugs due to generic export strength: GTRI
Trump signed an executive order on April 2, announcing the imposition of a 100 per cent ad valorem duty rate on the import of certain patented pharmaceuticals and associated pharmaceutical ingredients.
Jan Vishwas law will ease compliance burden on businesses: India Inc
Parliament on Thursday passed the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026, to amend 784 provisions in 79 central laws for decriminalising and rationalising minor offences to further improve the business environment and check harassment of people.
Rain batters Pune: Unseasonal downpour turns ‘roads into rivers’, IMD issues 'Orange alert'
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for Pune district, warning of heavy rainfall over the next two to three days.
Rajasthan High Court removes critical remarks on Transgenders Bill 2026 from judgment, calls it 'mistake'
In its March 30 judgment, the Bench had commented on the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Bill, 2026, warning that the legal framework could shift gender recognition into a bureaucratic process.
Atishi takes a swipe at Raghav Chadha after his 'silenced' video: 'Why so scared of PM Modi?'
The Arvind Kejriwal-led party on Thursday removed Raghav Chadha as AAP's deputy leader in Rajya Sabha.
Bengaluru joins the movement as Suraksha Reloaded pushes for safer roads
The event brought together influential voices, creative expression and meaningful conversations to highlight the importance of responsible behaviour on the road.
Amit Shah bats for UCC in Assam: 'No four marriages for infiltrators’
All infiltrators have been identified. Time is a bit short. Give us five years, and we will selectively remove the identified infiltrators, says Shah.
I will campaign for NDA candidates, says Annamalai after BJP releases Tamil Nadu list
Earlier today, BJP released its list of 27 candidates for the Tamil Nadu assembly elections on April 3, but Annamalai, a former state unit president, was not on it. While senior leaders like Tamilisai Soundararajan (from Mylapore segment), Vanathi Srinivasan (Coimbatore North), and Union Minister L Murugan (Avinashi) have been fielded, Annamalai is thus not contesting the April 23 elections.
Guwahati joins the movement as Suraksha Reloaded drives road safety forward
By focusing on changing human behaviour, the initiative goes beyond rules and regulations, with Suraksha Reloaded taking this message to cities across the country through conversations, performances, and public participation.
Indian Oil says LPG supply stable, warns against panic booking amid global tensions
The company said it is delivering around 28 lakh LPG cylinders daily, in line with normal levels prior to the current tensions, with uninterrupted supply to households.
Jan Vishwas Bill: Commerce ministry asks departments to review pending cases, withdraw non-critical offences
As part of the general drive to reduce load on the courts, he said, the government has advised all departments to review pending cases and withdraw the prosecution wherever possible.
