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Assam CM renews 'Pakistani' link attack on Gaurav Gogoi, Congress hits back
Guwahati, April 27: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday renewed his attack on Congress’ Deputy Leader in the Lok Sabha Gaurav Gogoi over his purported Pakistan links, drawing an angry response from the opposition party.
Peace Committee urges Telangana CM to take initiative for talks with Maoists
Hyderabad, April 27: The Peace Talks Committee on Sunday appealed to Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy to take the initiative for peace talks between the Union Government and the Maoists.
Hooch tragedy averted as 2,240 litres of pilfered extra neutral alcohol seized: Punjab Minister
Chandigarh, April 27: Punjab Finance and Excise Minister Harpal Cheema on Sunday announced a breakthrough in the state’s ongoing "Yudh Nashian Virudh" (war against addiction) campaign with the seizure of 2,240 litres of pilfered extra neutral alcohol (ENA), averting a potential major hooch tragedy.
Pahalgam attack: CDS Anil Chauhan and Rajnath Singh meet amid India-Pak tension
New Delhi, April 27: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan on Sunday to discuss important issues related to military preparedness in response to the Pahalgam terrorist attack, in which 26 tourists from various states were killed on April 22.
IPL 2025: Bhuvneshwar picks 3-33 as RCB restrict DC to 162/8 on two-paced pitch
New Delhi, April 27: Bhuvneshwar Kumar headlined a strong bowling performance from Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) by picking 3-33 as they restricted Delhi Capitals (DC) to 162/8 on a two-paced pitch at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Sunday.
Arun Jaitley Stadium turns Red as RCB finds a second home
New Delhi, April 27: The Arun Jaitley Stadium almost felt like the home ground of Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), as a sea of red jerseys filled nearly half the stands, passionately supporting their local hero, Virat Kohli.
PM Modi highlights Ahmedabad Science City in 'Mann Ki Baat'
Gandhinagar, April 27: Prime Minister Narendra Modi proudly highlighted Ahmedabad Science City, the pride of Gujarat, during the 121st episode of his popular radio program Mann Ki Baat. Commending the growing enthusiasm of the country's youth towards science, technology, and innovation, he noted that this trend signals a bright future for India, according to a release from the Gujarat Chief Minister's office.
Over 70 lakh trees planted in Ahmedabad in three years, PM Modi commends city's efforts in 'Mann Ki Baat'
Ahmedabad, April 27: Over the last three years, Ahmedabad has successfully planted more than 70 lakh trees, along with significant advancements in water conservation, including the development of the Sabarmati Riverfront and the restoration of lakes like Kankariya, according to a release from the Chief Minister's office.
IPL 2025: On his brother's birthday, Corbin Bosch excels on debut as MI beat LSG
Mumbai, April 27: The call that Corbin Bosch was hoping to receive after joining Mumbai Indians as a late injury replacement came early on Sunday morning. It was his brother Ethan's birthday, and the news that he would make his Indian Premier League (IPL) debut against Lucknow Super Giants made it special.
IPL 2025: We know when to kill the game, says MI skipper Pandya after 54-run win over LSG
Mumbai. April 27: With his team roaring back into playoffs contention with five wins in a row after a typical slow start in which they won one match in the first five, Mumbai Indians skipper Hardik Pandya said his players know when to kill the game and were awesome against Lucknow Super Giants on Sunday.
EAM Jaishankar discusses Pahalgam attack with UK counterpart
New Delhi, April 27: External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar on Sunday discussed the Pahalgam terror attack with UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy and apprised him about the latest situation on the attack.
Geeta Basra and Harbhajan Singh put on the producer's cap
Mumbai, April 27: Geeta Basra and Harbhajan Singh have turned their personal partnership into a professional one. The actress and cricketer have donned the producer's cap for the first time with their home banner, Purple Rose Entertainment.
Mumbai Police arrest 13 Bangladeshis with fake Aadhaar cards linked to Jharkhand addresses
Mumbai/Ranchi, April 27: Mumbai's Vikhroli police have arrested 13 Bangladeshi nationals who were found carrying fake Aadhaar cards registered with addresses in Jharkhand's Sahibganj district, officials said on Sunday.
TN Governor accepts resignations of two ministers under cloud, reallocates portfolios
Chennai, April 27: Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi on Sunday accepted the resignations of controversy-stricken Electricity, Prohibition and Excise Minister V. Senthil Balaji and Forests and Khadi Minister Dr K. Ponmudy, on the recommendation of Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, and reallocated their portfolios to other ministers.
India & France to sign deal for Rafale fighter jets for Navy tomorrow
New Delhi, April 27: India and France will on Monday sign the deal for 26 Rafale fighter jets for the Indian Navy, the Ministry of Defence said.
NDMC Vice Chairperson Kuljeet Chahal reviews waterlogging preparedness
New Delhi, April 27: New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) Vice Chairperson Kuljeet Singh Chahal on Sunday reviewed the civic agency's preparedness to tackle waterlogging.
Don't invite Punjab representatives for talks, protesting farmers ask Union Minister Shivraj Chouhan
Chandigarh, April 27: Just ahead of holding another round of meeting with central delegation led by Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, the protesting farmer unions -- the Sanyukt Kisan Morcha (SKM) (Non-Political) and Kisan Mazdoor Morcha (KMM) on Sunday urged him not to invite representatives of the Punjab government.
IPL 2025: Pant defends decision to bowl first in smouldering Wankhede as LSG slump to defeat
Mumbai, April 27: Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant defended his decision to bowl first in hot and humid conditions in an afternoon start at the Wankhede Stadium as his team slumped to a 54-run defeat in Match 45 of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 here on Sunday.
Mumbai Indians team has been very special: Corbin Bosch on his IPL debut
Mumbai, April 27: Mumbai Indians all rounder Corbin Bosch made his Indian Premier League (IPL) debut against Lucknow Super Giants on Sunday at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai.
Mumbai Indians defeat Lucknow Super Giants by 55 runs: Bumrah's 4-wicket haul and Rickelton's fifty shine
Mumbai, April 27: Jasprit Bumrah's brilliant four-wicket haul, along with Trent Boult's three-wicket performance, helped Mumbai Indians (MI) secure their fifth win of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL), defeating Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) by 55 runs at Wankhede Stadium on Sunday.
IPL 2025: Royal Challengers Bengaluru win toss; opt to bowl first against Delhi Capitals
New Delhi, April 27: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) skipper Rajat Patidar won the toss and elected to field against the Delhi Capitals (DC) in the ongoing 18th season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Sunday.
Both of them play fearlessly and with maturity: Preity Zinta praises Punjab Kings' openers Prabhsimran, Priyansh
Kolkata, April 27: Bollywood actor and Punjab Kings' co-owner Preity Zinta gave a shout-out to her team's openers Prabhsimran Singh and Priyansh Arya for their brilliant display with their batting skills in the ongoing IPL season.
6,000 agri-startups not enough, need more: VP Dhankhar
New Delhi, April 27: Vice President of India Jagdeep Dhankhar on Sunday called upon entrepreneurs to make the most of the government's incentives and raise the number of agri-startups, which number just 6,000 in a country of 1.4 billion.
Shah Rukh Khan serves style goals at Mumbai airport with his dapper look
Mumbai, April 27: Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, who rarely fails to impress fans with his timeless style, has once again proved that his fashion game is always on point, as he was spotted at Mumbai airport on Sunday afternoon.
Job in your home town: Centre mapping job data on PM Gati Shakti portal
By Shailesh Yadav, New Delhi, April 27: After Covid introduced us to the practice of work from home, the Central government is working on the innovative idea of 'job at your home town'.
Sharjah Consultative Council discusses economic development
Sharjah, April 27: The Sharjah Consultative Council dedicated its thirteenth session, within the second ordinary term of its eleventh legislative chapter, to discussing the policies of the Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD).
MP: 11 dead as van plunges into well; four, including two children, critical
Bhopal, April 27: In a harrowing accident in Mandsaur district, a van carrying thirteen devotees plunged into an open well on Sunday near Budha-Takarwat crossing by Kachariya Chowpati village under the jurisdiction of Narayangarh police station in Madhya Pradesh.
IPL 2025: Focus on basics and better execution behind Prasidh Krishna's run to Purple Cap
New Delhi, April 27: When Prasidh Krishna recorded figures of 0-41 in his first game of IPL 2025 for his new franchise Gujarat Titans against Punjab Kings, one did feel if this was the start of another tough period for the pacer, who missed 2023 and 2024 seasons due to stress fracture in back and quadriceps injury.
IPL 2025: Bumrah four-fer after Rickelton, Surya fifties propel MI to 54-run win over LSG
Mumbai, April 27: Jasprit Bumrah claimed 4-22 and Trent Boult 3-20 after Ryan Rickelton and Suryakumar Yadav struck attacking half-centuries as Mumbai Indians defeated Lucknow Super Giants by 54 runs for their fifth successive win in Match 45 of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 at the Wankhede Stadium here on Sunday.
Tripura's unemployment ratio less than national average, claims CM Saha
Agartala, April 27: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha said on Sunday that the state's unemployment percentage is less than the national average and the government is trying hard to further improve it.
IPL 2025: Du Plessis returns, Bethell handed debut as RCB elect to bowl first against DC
New Delhi, April 27: Faf du Plessis returns for Delhi Capitals (DC) while England’s batting all-rounder Jacob Bethell has been handed a debut in the IPL as Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) won the toss and elected to bowl first in match 46 of the ongoing tournament at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Sunday.
India, as fastest growing economy, is ideal investment destination: RBI Governor
Washington, April 27: India is expected to record a robust 6.5 per cent growth in the current financial year despite a tremendous increase in uncertainty and volatility in global financial markets, as per RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra.
India wins big at 2nd Asian Yogasana Sport Championship with record 83 gold medals
New Delhi, April 27: India delivered a historic performance at the 2nd Asian Yogasana Sport Championship, sweeping the medal tally with a record 83 gold medals at the prestigious event held at the KD Jadhav Arena, Indira Gandhi Sports Complex, New Delhi.
TDP-led government working with vindictive agenda, alleges YSRCP
Amaravati, April 27: The YSR Congress Party on Sunday accused the TDP-led coalition government in Andhra Pradesh of misusing official machinery to settle personal scores with a vindictive agenda.
Gurugram admin issues advisory for residents amid rising heat
Gurugram, April 27: As temperature continues to rise, the Gurugram district administration, on Sunday, issued an advisory to residents to take necessary precautions to avoid heatwave and other heat-related illnesses.
Nishikant Dubey claims Pakistan will be divided into four parts by 2025 under PM Modi's leadership
Deoghar (Jharkhand), April 27: BJP Member of Parliament Nishikant Dubey has made a bold claim that by the end of 2025, Pakistan will cease to exist as a country.
Preity Zinta celebrates young talents of her IPL team, calls them the 'base of Punjab Power'
Mumbai, April 27: Bollywood actress Preity Zinta, who is known for 'Dil Chahta Hai', 'Koi... Mil Gaya', 'Lakshya', 'Veer-Zaara' and others, is celebrating young talents from her IPL team, Priyansh and Prabhsimran Singh.
Delhi L-G asks DDA to use jute carpeting in parks for dust mitigation
New Delhi, April 27: In yet another innovative move initiated by Delhi Lieutenant Governor (L-G) V.K. Saxena, the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has started using jute carpeting on pathways, walking and cycling tracks in parks, especially those located on the Yamuna floodplains, an official said on Sunday.
Pooja Hegde poses in a 70-year-old saree from her vintage closet
Mumbai, April 27: Actress Pooja Hegde picked out something very special to her heart from her vintage closet.
Punish guilty, don't alienate people: Omar Abdullah
Srinagar, April 27: J&K Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah, said on Sunday that the country must wage a decisive fight against terrorism, but cautioned against alienating innocent people.