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Govt under leadership of PM Modi, HM Shah took bold steps to reclaim civilisational roots: Assam CM
Guwahati, April 3: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday said that the Central government under the leaderships of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah has taken a series of bold steps for reclaiming the civilisational roots of the Indian society.
Kerala: Oppn seeks Vijayan's resignation as daughter's name appears in SFIO list
Thiruvananthapuram, April 3: After the name of Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan's daughter Veena Vijayan's figured in the list of accused of the Serious Fraud Investigation Office (SFIO) charge sheet for receiving illegal gratification to the tune of Rs 2.70 crores from Kochi-based Cochin Minerals and Rutile Ltd (CMRL), for mining sanctions, the Congress and the BJP demanded the resignation of Vijayan.
District Congress chiefs to play bigger role in candidate selection, party performance
New Delhi, April 3: In a move to strengthen its organisational structure, the grand old party has decided that District Congress Committee (DCC) presidents will play a more prominent role in candidate selection and overall party performance. During a key meeting held at Indira Bhavan on Thursday, senior party leaders, including Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi and Congress General Secretary Organisation K.C.
ISL 2024-25: Hernandez' injury-time winner gives Jamshedpur 2-1 edge over Mohun Bagan
Jamshedpur, April 3: Javi Hernández struck in the injury time as Jamshedpur FC defeated Mohun Bagan Super Giant 2-1 in the first leg of their semifinal fixture in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 at the JRD Tata Sports Complex here on Thursday night.
Senior Army officer visits Red Shield Division in Manipur, discusses operational effectiveness
Imphal, April 3: A senior Army officer on Thursday visited the Red Shield Division in Manipur to review its operational preparedness and appreciated its technological innovations, officials said.
J&K govt raises marriage assistance to Rs 75,000 for AAY category girls
Srinagar, April 3: The Jammu and Kashmir government has enhanced the Financial Assistance under the State Marriage Assistance Scheme (SMAS) for poor girls, increasing the amount from Rs 50,000 to Rs 75,000 for families holding Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) ration cards, an official said on Thursday.
Brave Siddharth Yadav saves lives in Jaguar crash, diverts jet from population; ensures fellow pilot's ejection
Jamnagar, April 3: In a remarkable act of bravery, Flight Lieutenant Siddharth Yadav saved countless lives during the tragic crash of a Jaguar fighter jet in Jamnagar, Gujarat. Amid a critical technical malfunction, Siddharth displayed extraordinary courage by steering the crashing aircraft away from a densely populated area.
Maha: Eknath Shinde to clear files before final approval from Devendra Fadnavis
Mumbai, April 3: The Maharashtra government has released a circular to amend the route of file movement, especially after the change in the MahaYuti government led by Eknath Shinde to Devendra Fadnavis.
Centre releases Rs 1,440 crore as grants for rural local bodies in five states
New Delhi, April 3: The Union government has disbursed over Rs. 1,440 crore as grants to boost rural development across five states-- Arunachal Pradesh, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Nagaland, and Punjab -- during the financial year 2024–25, according to a statement issued by the Ministry of Panchayati Raj on Thursday.
Immediate action needed for conservation of Shekhawati Havelis: Rajasthan Dy CM
Jaipur, April 3: In a high-level meeting held at the secretariat on Thursday, Rajasthan Deputy Chief Minister Diya Kumari emphasised the importance of conserving the historic mansions of the Shekhawati region.
Chaiti Chhath Puja: Devotees in Bihar celebrate 'Sandhya Arghya' with great enthusiasm
Patna, April 3: The sacred banks of the Ganga in Bihar turned into vibrant hubs of faith and devotion as devotees gathered in large numbers to celebrate the third day of Chaiti Chhath Puja, known as the Sandhya Arghya (evening offering).
Explained: West Bengal's school job case of 2021
Kolkata, April 3: It all started in July 2021, with the erstwhile Calcutta High Court’s single-judge bench of Justice Abhijit Gangopadhyay, currently a BJP Sabha member, started hearing the first case about the multi-crore school job case in West Bengal.
US tariffs a chance to boost 'Make in India', empower MSMEs: PHDCCI CEO
New Delhi, April 3: Amid concerns over the US reciprocal tariffs, Ranjit Mehta, CEO of the PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI), said on Thursday that this is an opportunity for India for high-quality production and global expansion under the 'Make in India' and 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' initiatives.
Waqf Bill debate: J.P. Nadda in RS slams Congress for 'exploiting' land
New Delhi, April 3: Leader of the Rajya Sabha and Union Minister J.P. Nadda came down heavily on the Congress for its handling of the Waqf Act, accusing the grand old party of enacting the law in a way that allegedly facilitated land mafias.
Yuva All-Stars kabaddi: Yoddhas to meet Pink Cubs in ultimate showdown
Haridwar, April 3: Yuva Yoddhas registered a comfortable 15-point victory against Warriorz K.C. in the Yuva All-Stars Championship 2025 semifinal on Thursday to set up a summit clash against Jaipur Pink Cubs.
It does feel great to continue the story: Ben Affleck unveils 'Accountant 2' new video
Washington, April 3: Ben Affleck and his team from 'The Accountant 2' unveiled new video for their action-packed sequel to CinemaCon.
Railways links up with DoT portal to help passengers recover stolen, lost mobile phones
New Delhi, April 3: In a significant move to help passengers recover lost or stolen mobile phones, the Railway Protection Force (RPF) has successfully onboarded with the Central Equipment Identity Register (CEIR) portal of the Department of Telecommunication.
Sara Ali Khan seeks blessings at the Chandramauleshwara Temple
Mumbai, April 3: Actress Sara Ali Khan has never shied away from embracing her spiritual side. As part of her religious journey, the diva offered prayers at the Chandramauleshwara Temple in Unkal, Karnataka.
Sri Lanka to refer India as 'Bharat' on plaques during PM Modi's visit: Report
Colombo, April 3: Marking a significant milestone in historic relations, Sri Lanka will refer to India as the 'Republic of Bharat' on commemorative plaques that will be unveiled during the visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the weekend, Lankan media reported on Thursday.
Hugh Jackman teases new video of 'Three Bags Full: A Sheep Detective Movie'
Washington, April 3: Actor and singer Hugh Jackman unveiled video of his detective film 'Three Bags Full: A Sheep Detective Movie' at the CinemaCon during the Amazon MGM Studios presentation inside the Colosseum at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas.
Madras HC upholds CBI's appeal in corruption case, sends five persons to 5-year jail
Chennai, April 3: Accepting a CBI appeal, the Madurai Bench of Madras High Court has sentenced five persons, including two former employees of a Debts Recovery Tribunal and an ex-bank manager, to five years’ Rigorous Imprisonment (RI) with a total penalty of Rs 27 lakh in a corruption case, an official said on Thursday.
Historic moment vs black day: Waqf Bill evokes mixed reactions from Parliamentarians
New Delhi, April 3: As the Waqf (Amendment) Bill awaits the Rajya Sabha Test after easy sailing through the Lok Sabha, several Parliamentarians elicited their views on the contentious bill.
Michael B Jordan teases new 'Thomas Crown Affair' movie
Washington, April 3: Actor and film producer Michael B Jordan hinted at new 'The Thomas Crown Affair' movie. The star, who is directing an updated version of the film assured the CinemaCon audience that it "isn't just another remake."
Arsenal's Gabriel ruled out of season, set to undergo hamstring surgery
London, April 3: Arsenal defender Gabriel Magalhaes has been ruled out for the season owing to a hamstring injury that requires surgery, the club announced on Thursday. The 27-year-old Brazilian sustained the injury during Arsenal's 2-1 win over Fulham on Wednesday and was substituted immediately.
Gujarat: Madhavpur Ghed Fair- a must-visit destination for tourists
Gandhinagar, April 3: Madhavpur, a quaint village in Gujarat's historic city of Porbandar, hosts the vibrant Madhavpur Fair. This traditional festival commences annually on the auspicious day of Ram Navami and continues for five days.
India to add 13,600 MW nuclear power capacity in next 6 years: Jitendra Singh
New Delhi, April 3: A large nuclear power expansion programme of 13,600 MW is under implementation which is expected to increase India’s nuclear power capacity to 22,480 MW by 2031-32, the Parliament was informed on Thursday.
Bit of a surprise...: NZ pacer Duffy on being crowned number one T20I bowler
Hamilton, April 3: New Zealand pacer Jacob Duffy opened up on being crowned as the number one T20I bowler in the ICC T20I rankings, calling his rise to the top of the table as "bit of a surprise".
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh highlights need for technological advancements in AMC
New Delhi, April 3: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday highlighted the importance of keeping pace with technological advancements in the medical sector, particularly within the Army Medical Corps (AMC), to enhance healthcare services for soldiers.
No violence in Manipur in last 4 Months: Union Home Minister Amit Shah
New Delhi, April 3: Lok Sabha passed the statutory resolution moved by Union Home Minister Amit Shah for the approval of the imposition of President's Rule in Manipur on Thursday. The House also expressed its respect, sympathy, and deep sorrow for those who lost their lives in the violence in Manipur,.
Joburg Open: Diksha returns to country of first LET win; Pranavi, Avani, Tvesa join her
Joburg, April 3: Diksha Dagar returns to the country that fetched her the first Ladies European Tour (LET) title as she tees off in the first of the two South African events of the Tour. Diksha, one of the four Indians in the field this week, won the South African Open in 2019 for her first LET win. The South African Women’s Open will be held after the Joburg Open.
Some secular parties stand exposed: Tejashwi Yadav on Waqf Bill
Patna, April 3: Bihar Leader of the Opposition Tejashwi Yadav said on Thursday that some secular parties stand exposed in the Lower House of Parliament over their support to the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, adding that people will teach these parties a lesson in the upcoming state elections.
'Tainted beyond resolution': SC upholds cancellation of over 25K appointments made in Bengal schools in 2016
New Delhi, April 3: The Supreme Court on Thursday upheld the Calcutta High Court's order cancelling 25,753 appointments in teaching and non-teaching posts made by the West Bengal School Service Commission (WBSSC) in 2016.
J-K: Security forces launch search Op after suspicious movements in Udhampur
Udhampur, April 3: Security forces have launched a search operation after two suspects were spotted in Udhampur district of Jammu and Kashmir, the police said on Thursday.
CM Mamata Banerjee responsible: Suvendu Adhikari on cancellation of 25,000 teachers' jobs in Bengal
Midnapore East, April 3: West Bengal assembly Leader of the Opposition Suvendu Adhikari on Thursday blamed the West Bengal government and Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for the cancellation of 25,000 teachers' jobs in the state.
Adani Invitational Golf Championship 2025: Arjun Prasad, Yuvraj Sandhu continue in joint lead on day-3
Greater Noida, April 3: Delhi-based Arjun Prasad and Chandigarh's Yuvraj Sandhu continued in the joint lead after shooting scores of three-under 69 on day three of the Rs 1.5 crore Adani Invitational Golf Championship 2025 being played at the Jaypee Greens Golf and Spa Resort in Greater Noida.
Gujarat: Madhavpur Ghed Fair unites cultures of Western, Northeastern India
Porbandar, April 3: Madhavpur, a quaint village in Gujarat's historic city of Porbandar, hosts the vibrant Madhavpur Fair. This traditional festival commences annually on the auspicious day of Ram Navami and continues for five days. The Madhavpur Ghed Fair beautifully embodies Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'Ek Bharat, Shrestha Bharat' initiative, serving as a cultural bridge that unites the rich traditions of Northeast and Western India, an official statement from the Gujarat Chief Minister's Office said.
Rinku Singh opens up on Jasprit Bumrah, Sunil Narine, and his cricketing idol
Kolkata, April 3: Kolkata Knight Riders' (KKR) dynamic batter Rinku Singh recently appeared on the latest episode of Knight Club on JioHotstar, where he shared insights into his toughest bowling opponent, his teammates, and his personal favourites.
IPL 2025: Kamindu Mendis makes debut as Hyderabad opt to field first against Kolkata
Kolkata, April 3: Sunrisers Hyderabad won the toss and elected to field first against Kolkata Knight Riders in Match 15 of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 at the Eden Gardens here on Thursday. Hosts Kolkata Knight Riders have made one change in their playing XI with Moeen Ali coming in for Australian pacer Spencer Johnson, whereas visitors Sunrisers Hyderabad also made a few changes with Kamindu Mendis making his IPL debut in place of Abhinav Manohar. Simarjeet Singh replaces Travis Head.
Third Launch Pad at Sriharikota; Rs 3984.86 cr project to be completed in 4 Years: Union MoS Jitendra Singh in Rajya Sabha
New Delhi, April 3: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) Jitendra Singh on Thursday said that a Third Launch Pad (TLP) will be established at Satish Dhawan Space Centre of ISRO in Sriharikota.
Here are the top 5 contestants of 'Celebrity MasterChef'
Mumbai, April 3: Sony Entertainment Television's reality show 'Celebrity MasterChef' has reached its climax. The Top 5 celebrity contestants are here to turn up the heat in the kitchen, each one determined to claim the coveted title.