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Maha Cabinet clears amendments for removal of presidents of municipal councils, municipal panchayats & industrial towns

Mumbai, April 15: The Maharashtra Cabinet, chaired by the Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, on Tuesday approved the amendment to the Maharashtra Municipal Councils, Municipal Panchayats and Industrial Towns Act, 1965, empowering the members to remove the presidents of Municipal Councils, Municipal Panchayats and Industrial Towns.

'Yeh dosti…': Navy chief Dinesh Tripathi's song performance with Tanzanian official wins hearts

New Delhi, April 15: Redefining the contours of international friendship and cooperation, Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh Tripathi set social media on fire with a small video clip of his singing Bollywood 'Yeh dosti hum nahi todenge' with a top Tanzanian defence official, an officer said on Tuesday.

Divyanka Tripathi on making it without a godfather in the industry: Every step is earned

Mumbai, April 15: Television actress Divyanka Tripathi has opened up about navigating the entertainment industry without a godfather.

AIKEYME 2025: Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh Tripathi grooves to Yeh dosti hum nahi todenge with Tanzanian defence chief

Dae-es-Salaam, April 15: Indian Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh Tripathi and Tanzanian Defence Force Chief, General John Jacob Mkunda together sang the iconic Bollywood friendship anthem "Yeh Dosti Nahi Chhodenge" ("We'll Never Leave This Friendship") reflecting on the cementing of bilateral ties between the two countries.

Shweta Tripathi reveals how going to a fashion institute changed her life

New Delhi, April 15: Bollywood actress Shweta Tripathi has talked about how attending a fashion school has changed her life and her perspective towards many things.

Municpal Corporation of Greater Mumbai invokes Disaster Management Act to resolve water tankers strike

Mumbai, April 14: Considering the ongoing strike by tanker drivers in Mumbai and in the interest of the general public, the Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai (MCGM) administration invoked the Disaster Management Act, 2005, and decided to requisition wells, borewells, and private water supply tankers across the city.

Delhi Mayor shares stage with MCD commissioner days after seeking his sacking

New Delhi, April 14: Just two days after Delhi Mayor Mahesh Khichi sought the sacking of MCD Commissioner Ashwani Kumar, the two top civic functionaries were seen sharing a stage on Monday as the Corporation rewarded its employees on the 135th birth anniversary of Baba Saheb Dr B.R. Ambedkar.

Shweta Tripathi reveals her favourite music: Husband Slow Cheeta's playlist

New Delhi, April 14: Acclaimed actress Shweta Tripathi has opened up about her guilty pleasures, revealing that her current favorite songs are from the playlist of her husband, rapper and actor Chaitanya Sharma, popularly known as Slow Cheeta.

Indian Navy's participation in AIKEYME exercise matter of great happiness: Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi

Dar es Salaam, April 13: Chief of Naval Staff, Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi on Sunday said that the Indian Navy's participation in the AIKEYME exercise is a matter of great happiness for the Indian Navy and the country.

Delhi CM directs action to resolve waterlogging in 445 areas

New Delhi, April 13: The Delhi government has launched a coordinated effort to tackle waterlogging across the national capital, with Chief Minister Rekha Gupta issuing a directive to address the issue in 445 identified areas within the next 15 days.

US: Shooting at Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival leaves two injured, forces early closure

Louisiana, April 13: A shooting incident at the annual Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival in Louisiana, US, left two individuals injured.

Home home sweet home...: Dua Lipa shares glimpse of her time off with bf Callum Turner, family

Washington, April 12: Singer Dua Lipa recently took a break from her busy schedule to spend some peaceful moments with her loved ones.

Inspiration to future generation: YS Jagan mourns Padma Shri Daripalli Ramaiah's demise

Tadepalli, April 12: Former Chief Minister and YSRCP Chief Jagan Mohan Reddy on Saturday condoled the demise of social worker and Padma Shri-awarded environmentalist Daripalli Ramaiah, fondly known as Vanajeevi Ramaiah.

Don't agree they're beyond their best: Hussey unwilling to rule out CSK's misfiring batters

Chennai, April 12: Chennai Super Kings' batting coach, Michael Hussey, has discarded the notion that CSK's pool of Indian players is well past their prime and remained optimistic about bringing the best out of them in the remainder of the ongoing season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025.

Dharamshala shopkeepers protest trade licence fee, demand withdrawal

Dharamshala, April 12: Scores of shopkeepers in Dharamshala shut their businesses and staged a protest on Thursday against the Municipal Corporation's decision to impose a trade license fee, calling it unnecessary and exploitative.

BJK Cup 2025: Vaidehi, Shrivalli help India down Chinese Taipei; close in on a playoff spot

Pune, April 11: The young guns, Shrivalli Bhamidipaty and Vaidehi Chaudhari, helped India take a significant stride towards their quest for a playoff spot at the Billie Jean King Cup Asia-Oceania Group 1, guiding the hosts to a 2-1 victory against Chinese Taipei, here on Friday. This was the hosts' third consecutive win, helping them climb to the second spot on the points table in this prestigious tournament, organized by MSLTA in association with ITF, AITA, and PMDTA.

TDP, YSRCP shift their Vizag corporators to Malaysia, Sri Lanka ahead of no-confidence motion

Visakhapatnam, April 11: It's common for political parties in India to shift their legislators to resorts and hotels in other states within the country ahead of trust votes to foil poaching attempts by their rivals, but what is being witnessed in Andhra Pradesh is unprecedented.

'University in himself': Uma Group chairman praises PM Modi over Navkar Mantra event

Jodhpur, April 11: Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in the Navkar Mahamantra Divas programme on Wednesday and spoke highly of the spiritual experience of the Navkar Mantra, while emphasising its ability to bring peace and stability to the mind. He also spoke about nine resolutions, emphasizing how imbibing them in their lives will help attain a life of peace and serenity.

Youth Congress, DYFI protest naming of disabled centre after RSS founder

Palakkad, April 11: The Democratic Youth Federation of India (DYFI) and the Youth Congress on Friday protested against the naming of a disabled centre after Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) founder Keshav Baliram Hedgewar in Palakkad, Kerala.

The 'joke' is on us...: Singer Chinmayi Sripaada slams TN Minister Ponmudy's remarks on Hinduism, women

Chennai, April 11: Singer Chinmayi Sripaada has slammed Tamil Nadu Forest Minister K Ponmudy after he made controversial remarks on Hinduism and women. She said that the minister described the joke because apparently there is a market for these jokes in a public gathering.

Shweta Tripathi on diet: Don't want to start or follow any fads

Mumbai, April 11: Actress Shweta Tripathi has been following a rigorous fitness workout regimen while maintaining a strict no-sugar diet. She says she doesn't want to start or follow any fads, when it comes to dieting.

India bag crucial win against Hong Kong, China at Billie Jean King Cup Asia-Oceania Group 1

Pune, April 11: The Indian team carried on their winning run at the Billie Jean King Cup Asia-Oceania Group 1, delivering a strong performance to secure a 2-1 victory against Hong Kong, China, here on Thursday evening. The tournament, organized by MSLTA in association with ITF, AITA, and PMDTA, is taking place at the Mahalunge Balewadi Tennis Complex in Pune, as per a release from Billie Jean King Cup.

Unjustified burden on citizens: Delhi Mayor urges CM Gupta to revoke user charges on waste management

New Delhi, April 10: Delhi Mayor Mahesh Kumar Khichi has called for the immediate withdrawal of user charges being levied on residents for solid waste management.

Defacing public spaces in urban local bodies is punishable in Himachal

Shimla, April 10: In an effort to preserve the aesthetic beauty of the hill state, the Himachal Pradesh government on Thursday said it has enforced provisions of the Himachal Pradesh Open Places (Prevention of Disfigurement) Act of 1985 in newly constituted urban local bodies as a punishable offence attracting both imprisonment and fine.

Rift in BJD: Former MLA slams Naveen Patnaik

Bhubaneswar, April 10: A day after Biju Janata Dal (BJD) president Naveen Patnaik's statement regarding the suspension of former MLA Pravata Tripathy from the party, the senior BJD leader on Thursday countered his claim, saying that the suspension order against him had been revoked by the party in 2017.

BJK Cup 2025: Shrivalli, Ankita Raina/Prarthana Thombare lead India to first win

Pune, April 9: The Indian team opened its account in the Billie Jean King Cup Asia-Oceania Group 1, securing a 2-1 victory over Thailand in the second match of the event organised by MSLTA in association with ITF, AITA, and PMDTA at the Balewadi Sports Complex in Pune on Wednesday.

Urban labour force participation rate rises marginally, rural unemployment sees slight decline from 2023 to 2024

New Delhi, April 10: The Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) in urban areas saw a marginal increase, while the rural unemployment slightly decreased between 2023 and 2024, according to the data released by the Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation on Wednesday.

Shrivalli along with experienced duo of Ankita Raina, Prarthana Thombare lead India to first win at Billie Jean King Cup 2025

Pune, April 10: The Indian team opened their account against Thailand, securing a 2-1 victory in the Billie Jean King Cup Asia-Oceania Group 1, at the Mahalunge Balewadi Tennis Complex in Pune, according to a release from Billie Jean King Cup.

India's urban areas record rise in employment

New Delhi, April 9: The Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) in India’s urban areas increased for males from 74.3 per cent in 2023 to 75.6 per cent in 2024, and slightly for females from 25.5 per cent to 25.8 per cent, leading to an overall rise in it from 50.3 per cent to 51 per cent indicating an increase in employment, according to data released by the Ministry of Statistics on Wednesday.

Gurugram: MCG imposes Rs 54 lakh fine, recommends 29 FIRs for throwing garbage in public places

Gurugram, April 9: In a major crackdown against 33 vehicle owners and drivers, the Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) has recommended 29 FIRs and imposed a penalty of Rs 54 lakh for throwing garbage and debris in public places.

It was surreal: Shrivalli Bhamidipaty reflects on her debut win for India at Billie Jean King Cup

Pune, April 9: Shrivalli Bhamidipaty, currently 345 in the WTA singles ranking, made sure India got off to the perfect start in their opening match at the Billie Jean King Cup Asia-Oceania Group 1.

'It was surreal': Shrivalli Bhamidipaty reflects on her debut win for India at Billie Jean King Cup

Pune, April 9: Shrivalli Bhamidipaty, currently 345 in the WTA singles ranking, who made sure India got off to the perfect start in their opening match at the Billie Jean King Cup Asia-Oceania Group 1, reflected on the performance in her debut match for India and said she was little emotional on court, but the feeling after the win was surreal.

BJK Cup 2025: India lose 1-2 to New Zealand in opener; Srivalli defeats Aishi Das

Pune, April 8: India went down 1-2 to the Billie Jean King Cup Asia-Oceania Group 1 tie, kicking off their campaign with a defeat on the opening day of the prestigious team tournament for women that India is hosting for the first time.

India lose 1-2 against New Zealand in Billie Jean King Cup opener; Srivalli defeats Aishi Das

Pune, April 8: India kicked off their campaign at the Billie Jean King Cup Asia-Oceania Group 1 games when they came up against New Zealand. While the hosts began brightly as the dynamic Shrivalli Bhamidipaty registered a resounding win in her match, it was New Zealand who had more in the tank on the day and roared back to win the tie 2-1 here at the Mhalunge Balewadi Tennis Complex in Pune.

Gurugram: MCG presents budget for 2025-26

Gurugram, April 8: Under the chairmanship of the Municipal Corporation Gurugram (MCG) Mayor Rajrani Malhotra, the budget proposal of the corporation for the financial year 2025-26 was presented on Tuesday.

Haryana minister chairs monsoon preparations meeting with officials

Gurugram, April 8: Haryana Industry and Commerce Minister Rao Narbir Singh reviewed the preparations being done by Municipal Corporation Gurugram (MCG) and Gurugram Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA) to deal with the waterlogging situation in the city ahead of monsoon in Gurugram and gave necessary guidelines to the concerned officials on Tuesday.

Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi commends achievements of Navy in maintaining combat ready force

New Delhi, April 8: Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS), commended the achievements of the Navy in maintaining a combat ready force through the conduct of successful operational exercises, higher operational availability of platforms and joint operations with the Indian Army and Indian Air Force, a release said.

You'll get water twice a day: Delhi CM inaugurates several development projects in Shalimar Bagh

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