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Karnataka: Kumaraswamy to lead protest against Cong govt on April 12
Bengaluru, April 9: Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel H.D. Kumaraswamy will lead a massive protest in Bengaluru against the Congress-led government in Karnataka on April 12, announced the JD (S) Youth Wing State President Nikhil Kumaraswamy on Wednesday.
Internal rift in BJD: Naveen Patnaik finally breaks silence on the issue
Bhubaneswar, April 9: Amid the fierce internal conflict in the opposition Biju Janata Dal (BJD) over the sudden shift in party's stance on the Waqf (Amendment) bill, 2025 (now an Act following presidential assent) and on the role played by former bureaucrat V.K. Pandian regarding party's U-turn, BJD president and Leader of Opposition Naveen Patnaik on Wednesday finally broke his silence and cautioned the leaders against criticising Pandian.
Compassion for conservation: Birdman of Nagpur devotes 22 years to serving birds
Nagpur, April 10: Satpurush Wankhede has been undertaking efforts to feed birds every single day for the past 22 years at the iconic Ambazari Garden in Nagpur. Fulfilling his responsibility of being a good Samaritan, the man remains punctual in feeding birds each morning.
Haryana CM congratulates 'first Haryanvi' to scale Mount Annapurna
Gurugram, April 9: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini congratulated the state’s first mountaineer, Narendra Kumar, for hoisting the Tricolor on the world’s most inaccessible peak, 8091-meter-high Mount Annapurna in Nepal.
Mauritius hosts SolarX Accelerator Programme in partnership with ISA, Business Mauritius
Moka, April 10: Mauritius has launched the SolarX Accelerator Programme in partnership with the International Solar Alliance (ISA) and Business Mauritius (BM), bringing together 35 start-ups from across Asia and the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region for an intensive two-day event focused on accelerating innovation in solar energy and renewable technologies, an official press release by ISA reported.
Had to drag him out of nets: Parthiv not surprised with Sudharsan's consistency; picks best spinner of IPL 2025
Ahmedabad, April 10: Gujarat Titans assistant coach Parthiv Patel isn't "surprised" to see Sai Sudharsan relishing in his purple patch in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, considering the hard yards the 23-year-old opener put in during the nets sessions.
RBI's policy stance turning accommodative shows signs of easing: SBI Report
Mumbai, April 10: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has taken a more accommodative stance in its monetary policy, as inflation expectations have shown signs of easing.
'Registration for Ayushman Bharat Scheme starting from today': Delhi Health Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh
New Delhi, April 10: Delhi Health Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh on Wednesday informed about the registration of the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY), which will start from today in the national capital.
Meghalaya CM visits Syntung village, highlights empowering communities and transforming lives in Mawkynrew Block
East Khasi Hills, April 10: Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma on Wednesday visited Syntung Village, Mawkynrew Block, to engage deeply with the local communities. He reaffirmed his government's commitment to inclusive development and empowering the people of the state.
PM Modi to visit Varanasi on April 11, to inaugurates development projects worth 3884 cr
Varanasi, April 10: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Varanasi on April 11 to inaugurate 3884 crore worth of development projects.
Asian markets rallied after Trump announce 90-day pause on tariffs, Indian markets closed for Mahavir Jayanti
New Delhi, April 10: Asian stock markets surged on Thursday after US President Donald Trump announced a 90-day pause on tariffs for 75 countries, including India. This decision brought some relief to global investors amid rising trade tensions.
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.
UAE: Middle East Energy 2025 concludes in Dubai
Dubai, April 10: The 49th edition of Middle East Energy, the region's largest energy exhibition, concluded at Dubai World Trade Centre under the patronage of the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure.
Egypt condemns Israeli closure orders to UNRWA schools in East Jerusalem
Cairo, April 10: Egypt strongly condemned on Wednesday the Israeli occupation's closure orders for six schools operated by the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) in East Jerusalem.
UAE honours search, rescue team for Myanmar mission
Abu Dhabi, April 10: The UAE search and rescue team received an official welcome upon returning home following its humanitarian mission in the Republic of the Union of Myanmar after the recent devastating earthquake.
India, Russia agree on six new strategic projects to boost bilateral investment cooperation
New Delhi, April 10: India and Russia have agreed on six new strategic projects aimed at enhancing bilateral investment cooperation during the 8th Session of the India-Russia Working Group on Priority Investment Projects (IRWG-PIP), as per a press release.
Human Rights Watch calls for investigation into suspicious death of Tibetan Lama in Vietnam
Taipei, April 10: Human Rights Watch (HRW) on Wednesday called upon the Vietnamese government to investigate the death of a senior Tibetan lama, Humkar Dorje Rinpoche, in Ho Chi Minh City on March 29, 2025, under suspicious circumstances, as per a press release by the HRW.
US Senate confirms former Arkansas governor Mike Huckabee as Israel ambassador
Washington DC, April 10: US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (local time) signed the commission for former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee to assume office as the United States Ambassador to Israel following his confirmation by the US Senate earlier in the day. The Senate confirmed him by a vote of 53-46.
Speech given by her for appeasment, vote bank: WB LoP Suvendu Adhikari slams CM Mamata Banerjee
East Midnapore, April 10: Responding to West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's speech Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari accused the ruling Trinamool Congress supremo of "appeasement" and "vote bank", stating that the Waqf (Amendment) Act is being implemented from here on.
'India can save Rs 4.5 lakh crore if it adopts ONOE concept'
Raipur, April 9: India could potentially save an astounding Rs 4.5 lakh crore -- equivalent to 1.5 per cent of the nation’s GDP -- if all elections were conducted simultaneously under the “One Nation, One Election” (ONOE) concept.
State's financial status is empowered: Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara
Mandya, April 10: Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara claimed that the state's financial status is empowered, and it ranks second across the country in terms of investment and Goods and Services Tax collections.
For India, there is no need to provide him with cell, Biryani and facilities: 26/11 hero on extradition of Tahawwur Rana
Mumbai, April 10: Mumbai 'Chai Wala' known as 'Chhotu' aka Mohammed Taufiq, whose alertness saved lives during the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks stated that there is no need for India to provide Tahawwur Rana with cell and Biryani and facilities which were provided to Ajmal Kasab, one of the terrorists involved in Mumbai attacks.
Positive development: Foreign Affairs expert on extradition of Tahawwur Rana
New Delhi, April 10: Foreign Affairs Expert Robinder Sachdev on Tuesday termed the extradition of 26/11 Mumbai attacks accused Tahawwur Rana to India as a "positive development", highlighting its significance for justice and India-US cooperation.
Congress will continue to work hard in Gujarat, will fight strongly in coming elections: Sachin Pilot
Ahmedabad: Rajasthan Congress leader Sachin Pilot asserted that the party will continue to "work hard" in Gujarat and fight "strongly" in the next Gujarat elections and will "strengthen" the workers.
Slovakia 'fully' backs India's bid to become new permanent member of UNSC
Bratislava, April 10: Slovakian President Peter Pellegrini on Wednesday (local time) announced the country's full support for India's bid to become a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), highlighting the longstanding and growing relationship between Slovakia and India, according to a Joint Press Statement, amid President Droupadi Murmu's state visit to the nation.
Biggest victory against terrorism for India: Victim of 26/11 attack on extradition of Tahawwur Rana
Mumbai, April 10: Reacting to the extradition of the 26/11 Mumbai attacks accused, Tahawwur Rana, to India, Devika Natwarlal Rotawan, a victim of the Mumabai attacks, stated it is the biggest victory against terrorism for India and expressed her gratitude to the Governments of India and United States.
Abhijeet Bhattacharya shares anecdote about making of 'Tan Tana Tan Tan' song
Mumbai, April 10: Abhijeet Bhattacharya, a renowned playback Bollywood singer, shared an interesting anecdote about the making of one of his biggest chartbusters -- 'Tan Tana Tan Tan' from the 1997 film Judwaa, starring Salman Khan.
Somebody had to do it: Trump on raising China tariffs to 125 pc
Washington DC, April 10: US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (local time) defended his decision to raise tariffs on China to 125 per cent, stating, "somebody had to do it."
PM Modi to visit Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh on April 11
New Delhi, April 10: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh on April 11. He will travel to Varanasi and at around 11 AM, he will lay the foundation stone and inaugurate various development projects worth over Rs 3,880 crore. He will also address a public meeting, according to an official statement from his office.
It took 17 yrs for extradition despite India providing credible evidence: Former diplomat KP Fabian on Tahawwur Rana
New Delhi, April 10: While welcoming the US decision, former diplomat KP Fabian noted that it took 17 years for the extradition of the Tahawwur Rana, the 26/11 Mumbai attacks accused, despite the Indian government providing credible evidence.
Amit Shah chairs review meeting with Odisha CM on implementation of three criminals laws in State
New Delhi, April 10: Union Home Minister Amit Shah, chaired a review meeting on the implementation of three new criminal laws in Odisha, in the presence of Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, in New Delhi on Wednesday, according to an official statement from the ministry of Home Affairs.
It's about bad actors: US Treasury Secy on tariffs hike on China, says India 'front' in trade negotiations
Washington DC, April 10: US Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent on Wednesday (local time) addressed the immediate increase in tariffs of 125 per cent on China, stating that the issue is not just about the country but also about "bad actors" in global trade during a press briefing at the White House.
Sanju Samson reflects on missed opportunities after Rajasthan Royals fall to Gujarat Titans
Ahmedabad, April 10: Rajasthan Royals (RR) captain Sanju Samson admitted his side let the game slip away during key moments in their 58-run loss to Gujarat Titans (GT) at the Narendra Modi Stadium. Chasing a daunting target of 218, RR were bowled out for 159 in 19.2 overs, as Gujarat's bowlers ran through their batting lineup.
PV Sindhu advances in second round of Badminton Asia Championships; Lakshya Sen and HS Prannoy crash out
Ningbo, April 10: Ace Indian shuttler PV Sindhu cruised to the second round of the Badminton Asia Championships 2025, whereas Lakshya Sen and HS Prannoy crashed out of the tournament on Wednesday.
Big success of Modi govt's diplomacy: Amit Shah on extradition of Tahawwur Rana
New Delhi, April 10: Union Home Minister Amit Shah asserted that the extradition of Tahawwur Rana, accused in the 26/11 terror attacks, is a "big success" of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government's diplomacy.
We are having a team where everyone contributes: Shubman Gill after defeating RR
Ahmedabad, April 10: After registering a win over the Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Wednesday, Gujarat Titans (GT) captain Shubman Gill acknowledged the contribution of every player.
Slovak Republic: President Murmu pays tribute at Gate of Freedom Memorial in Bratislava
Bratislava, April 10: President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday (local time) laid a wreath and paid respects at the Gate of Freedom Memorial in Bratislava, Slovak Republic, on the banks of the Danube River during her two-day State visit to the country.
Our goal was to have a lot of wickets in hand: Gujarat Titans' Sai Sudharsan after defeating RR
Ahmedabad, April 10: Sai Sudharsan continued with his form in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 with a stellar 82 off 53 balls to power Gujarat Titans (GT) to a 58-run victory over Rajasthan Royals (RR) at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Wednesday.
Harry Brook puts country first, ready to lead England's white-ball revival
London, April 10: Harry Brook has made it clear that no amount of money will stand in the way of his commitment to leading England's white-ball teams, as he pledges to prioritise national duty over franchise cricket. The 26-year-old was officially named as Jos Buttler's successor on Monday, taking on the responsibility of guiding a team in desperate need of a reset following disappointing campaigns in both the T20 World Cup and Champions Trophy, as per ESPNcricinfo.
Matter of concern if Mallikarjun Kharge actually has such thoughts: Union Minister Chirag Paswan hits back
New Delhi, April 10: Union Minister Chirag Paswan shot back at Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge over his remarks on Prime Minister Narendra Modi.