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Dark face of govt exposed with 'K'taka No 1 in corruption' remark by CM's Economic Advisor: BJP
Bengaluru, April 9: Referring to the remarks by the CM's Economic Advisor Basavaraj Rayareddy that “Karnataka was number one in terms of corruption”, BJP state President B.Y. Vijayendra, claimed on Wednesday that the Congress MLA has “exposed the dark face of this government's corruption.”
TN govt convenes all-party meet on NEET today
Chennai, April 9: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K Stalin has convened an all-party meeting on Wednesday to discuss further steps regarding the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET) exemption Bill for which the President has withheld assent.
Kharge pays tribute to Gujarat's legacy in nation-building, Gandhi and Sardar Patel's vision
Ahmedabad, April 9: Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on Wednesday paid tributes to Gujarat's legacy in nation-building, Mahatma Gandhi and Sardar Patel's vision.
Bengal Governor seeks report from state govt on violence over Waqf Act
Kolkata, April 9: West Bengal Governor C. V.
J&K Assembly adjourned for three hours as BJP, NC legislators protest
Jammu, April 9: The Jammu and Kashmir Assembly witnessed pandemonium on Wednesday following which Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather adjourned the House for three hours.
At Navkar Mahamantra event, PM Modi's special gesture in the spotlight
New Delhi, April 9: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated and participated in the Navkar Mahamantra Divas programme at Vigyan Bhawan on Wednesday. He spoke highly of the spiritual experience of the Navkar Mantra and also emphasized its ability to bring peace and stability to the mind.
ED questioned me only for an hour, claims CPI-M MP Radhakrishnan
Kochi, April 9: Senior CPI-M leader and former Kerala Minister K. Radhakrishnan on Wednesday dismissed media reports suggesting he was questioned for several hours by the Enforcement Directorate (ED), calling them a "false narrative."
Mexico reports first human death from H5N1 bird flu
Mexico City, April 9: A three-year-old girl in western Mexico died after contracting avian influenza A (H5N1), becoming the country's first fatal human case of the disease, health authorities said.
Navkar Mahamantra Day: Over 10,000 in Surat chant mantra for world peace
New Delhi, April 9: In a grand show of unity and spirituality, over 10,000 people gathered in Surat on the occasion of Navkar Mahamantra Day to chant the sacred Navkar Mantra, promoting a global message of peace and harmony.
Malaika Arora shares a glimpse of her favorite things
Mumbai, April 9: Malaika Arora took to social media to offer a sneak peek into her personal favorites. She shared a glimpse of the things that hold a special place in her life.
Nick Jonas talks about 'quiet family time' with wife Priyanka, daughter Malti
New York, April 9: Popstar and actor Nick Jonas, who has been married to Indian star Priyanka Chopra since 2018 and has three-year-old Malti Marie, is starring in the Broadway premiere of 'The Last Five Years', which has helped him to enjoy a "nice change of pace" as they all base themselves in New York for the show.
Pakistan forcibly deports over 11,371 Afghan refugees; crackdown continues
Islamabad, April 9: Pakistan has forcibly deported 11,371 Afghan refugees back to Afghanistan through the Torkham border.
India's data centre capacity set to surge 77 pc to reach 1.8 GW by 2027
Mumbai, April 9: India's data centre industry is poised for robust growth, with capacity projected to surge 77 per cent by 2027, reaching a staggering 1.8 GW, a report showed on Wednesday.
RBI MPC decisions to boost domestic growth amid global economic turmoil: CII
New Delhi, April 9: The Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) accommodative monetary policy, combined with the government's growth-centric fiscal policy, will help boost domestic growth amid global economic turmoil, the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) said on Wednesday.
Our lives will be better by following what PM Modi, gurus say: CM Rekha Gupta
New Delhi, April 9: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Wednesday hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's speech at the Navkar Mahamantra Day event, saying that if one follows what he and spiritual gurus say, then "our lives will be better".
Impactful: PM Modi's Navkar Mahamantra Divas address receives warm praise from Jain community
New Delhi, April 9: Prime Minister Narendra Modi's speech during the inauguration of the Navkar Mahamantra Divas at Vigyan Bhawan in Delhi has deeply resonated with the Jain community across the country.
TN BJP leaders pay tributes to veteran Cong leader Ananthan; console Tamilisai over father's loss
Chennai, April 9: Senior BJP leaders from Tamil Nadu, including Union Minister of State, L. Murugan, BJP Legislative Party leader Nainar Nagendran, and Tamil Nadu BJP President K.
Shilpa Shetty is 'just going bananas'
Mumbai, April 9: Actress Shilpa Shetty has officially joined the “chicken banana” dance craze, and she has served it with an extra side of spice.
NPCI to decide on person-to-merchant payments cap on UPI transactions: RBI
New Delhi, April 9: In order to further boost digital payments, the National Payments Corporation of India will be enabled to set the limit on person-to-merchants transactions via Unified Payments Interface (UPI), RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra said on Wednesday.
Suchitra Krishnamoorthi reveals why she now 'feels awkward' to talk about Shah Rukh Khan
Mumbai, April 9: Actress-singer Suchitra Krishnamoorthi has opened up about her experience working with Shah Rukh Khan on their iconic film “Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa.”
AI tool inspired by fraud detection pinpoints disease-linked proteins: Study
Jerusalem, April 9: Israeli researchers have created an AI-based tool to identify critical proteins that could unlock insights into human diseases.
Nadda launches patient referral portal for AIIMS; pilot to connect AIIMS Delhi and Bilaspur
New Delhi, April 9: Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare JP Nadda has launched a patient referral portal that will enable seamless and secure healthcare within the All India Institutes of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) network nationwide.
From vocal for local to water conservation: PM Modi calls for 'Nav Sankalp' to shape better future
New Delhi, April 9: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday at the Navkar Mahamantra Diwas inauguration addressed a global gathering and unveiled a set of nine resolutions, "Nav Sankalps", aimed at building a more sustainable, healthy, and prosperous future for the nation.
Nimrit Kaur Ahluwalia: If I wasn't meant to be here, I wouldn't still be here
New Delhi, April 9: Actress Nimrit Kaur Ahluwalia shared how she copes with the constant pressure of an ever-changing industry. She revealed that she reminds herself that if she wasn't meant to be here, she wouldn't “still be here.”
Saiyami Kher: I'm always drawn to old Hindi classics, they never get old
New Delhi, April 9: Actress and fitness enthusiast Saiyami Kher has talked about her guilty pleasures and revealed that she indulges in “anything chocolate” and is also drawn to Hindi classics by Kishore Kumar and R.D. Burman, as they never get old.
PM Modi joins Navkar Mahamantra event, says heritage connected to Viksit Bharat
New Delhi, April 9: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said the philosophy of Navkar Mahamantra is connected to the vision of Viksit Bharat and developed India means development as well as heritage.
India offers a compelling growth opportunity for foreign banks: FM Sitharaman
New Delhi, April 9: India offers a compelling growth opportunity for foreign banks and the government is actively encouraging foreign investment in the banking sector, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has stressed.
Component PLI to further boost electronics exports, generate jobs
New Delhi, April 9: As smartphone exports surpassed Rs 2 lakh crore in FY25, with iPhones alone accounting for approximately Rs 1.5 lakh crore, the IT Ministry has notified the Rs 22,919 crore Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS), marking a significant step towards strengthening India's position as a global hub for electronics manufacturing.
Gandhian and former TN Cong chief Kumari Ananthan passes away
Chennai, April 9: Kumari Ananthan, former president of the Tamil Nadu Congress Committee (TNCC) and prominent Gandhian, passed away in the early hours of Wednesday. He was 93.
UN humanitarians plea for lifting of Gaza aid blockade
United Nations, April 9: With displacements and civilian casualties continuing in Gaza, UN humanitarians pleaded for lifting of the aid blockade and access to the few remaining stocks of food supplies.
Brazilian president says US trade policy 'won't work,' accuses Trump of trying to dictate global rules
Sao Paulo, April 9: Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva criticised the new tariff regime of the United States, saying Washington's attempt to reshape global trade under US President Donald Trump "won't work" and violates the principles of multilateralism.
Israel's top court freezes dismissal of Shin Bet chief 'until another decision'
Jerusalem, April 9: Israel's High Court of Justice issued an interim order, ruling that Ronen Bar, chief of the internal security service Shin Bet, would remain in his position until another court decision.
PM Modi flays Oppn for appeasement politics, says Waqf Act a step towards social justice
New Delhi, April 8: Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered a sharp critique of opposition parties regarding the recently introduced Waqf Amendment Act, accusing them of indulging in "appeasement politics."
No threat to JD (S)-BJP alliance in Karnataka, clarifies Union Minister Kumaraswamy
Mandya (Karnataka), April 8: Responding to rumours suggesting that there is a difference of opinion between the BJP and his party, Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel H.D. Kumaraswamy clarified on Tuesday that “the JD (S)-BJP alliance is strong, and there's no need for doubt.”
Beware before buying packaged water bottles: K'taka Health Minister
Bengaluru, April 8: Karnataka Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao has raised concerns over the availability of unsafe packaged mineral water bottles in the state and urged people to be cautious while purchasing them.
India poised to become the world's third-largest economy: PM Modi
New Delhi, April 8: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday declared that India is poised to soon become the world's third-largest economy.
PM Modi working tirelessly for welfare of Indigenous people: CM Saha
Agartala, April 8: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Tuesday said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is working tirelessly for the overall welfare of the indigenous people of the state, and the BJP government is also working in line with the direction of PM Modi.
TVK leader Vijay slams Centre over LPG price hike; calls out both BJP and DMK
Chennai, April 8: Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief and Tamil superstar Vijay has strongly criticised the central government's decision to increase the price of LPG cylinders, calling it an unfair burden on the public already grappling with economic hardships.
My son may have long-term impact of smoke inhalation: Pawan Kalyan
Hyderabad, April 8: Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan's son, who was injured in a fire accident at a summer camp in Singapore, is undergoing a bronchoscopy and may have a long-term impact of smoke inhalation.
Former UP DGP Vikram Singh applauds Supreme Court's rejection of 26/11 terror attack accused Tahawwur Rana's extradition stay
Noida, April 9: Uttar Pradesh's former Director General of Police (DGP) Vikram Singh applauded the rejection by the Supreme Court to the extradition stay request of the 26/11 Mumbai attack accused Tahawwur Rana.