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Gaza ceasefire talks set to restart in Egypt with hopes for deal

Reports in Saudi Arabian media that couldn't be independently confirmed suggest Hamas negotiators are prepared to accept an Egypt-brokered deal within hours. Israel's Channel 12 also quoted a Hamas official who wasn't identified, saying that the organization's leadership had approved the implementation of the first phase of a hostage release plan. CIA Director Bill Burns arrived in Cairo on Friday to help Egyptian mediators work toward a truce, Axios reported.

4 May 2024 11:30 pm
Wealth has to be properly distributed: Rahul Gandhi

Rahul Gandhi stresses fair wealth distribution through caste census and survey, highlighting lack of awareness among SCs, STs, OBCs. He advocates for proper wealth allocation if elected, addressing a youth gathering in Delhi.

4 May 2024 11:24 pm
12 soldiers injured in terror attack on IAF convoy in Poonch

Indian Air Force detachment attacked in Poonch, Jammu. Personnel injured airlifted to Command Hospital. Ongoing search operation, secure convoy. Intel on militant groups' infiltration to Kashmir.

4 May 2024 11:22 pm
Third Eye: Too many nominees spoil the chances, not calling Phool APhool for polls, Let there be no confusion over vote

The ambiguity regarding candidates doesn't seem to stop in the Akhiles Yadav-led Samajwadi Party. It said on Tuesday that Ravidas Mehrotra will represent the party in the Lucknow Lok Sabha constituency. On Thursday, though, the party declared existing MLA Ashutosh Verma as the replacement candidate. Both of them are running as SP candidates right now, asking for votes.

4 May 2024 11:19 pm
From Indira Gandhis Katre Katre, Cong has reached to Tukde Tukde: Arvinder Singh on joining BJP

From Indira Gandhis Katre Katre, Cong has reached to Tukde Tukde: Arvinder Singh on joining BJP

4 May 2024 11:19 pm
Madonna's Final Celebration Tour concert: How to watch it free in US, free streaming, free entry

It has been said on the official website of Madonna that no tickets are required for the last show of her Celebration World Tour, entrance will be applied on a first come first serve basis the day of the event at Belmond Copacabana Palace Hotel.

4 May 2024 9:00 pm
Fortnite-Marvel Collaboration: See all about upcoming Loki and Sylvie Laufeydottir cosmetics

Fortnite teams up with Marvel's Loki for new in-game cosmetics. Players can expect two bundles featuring Loki and Sylvie, each including a backbling and pickaxe, with unique emotes. These cosmetics can be purchased separately.

4 May 2024 8:56 pm
LS polls: PM Modi holds roadshow in UP's Kanpur

PM Modi's roadshow in UP for BJP candidates for Kanpur and Akbarpur Lok Sabha seats featured a large crowd, lotus symbol, slogans, Yogi Adityanath, voting date on May 13, and Akhilesh Yadav's candidacy in Kannauj.

4 May 2024 8:54 pm
Nuh gangrapes, double murder case: Four convicts sentenced to death by CBI court

A special CBI court in Haryana's Panchkula awarded the death sentence to four convicts in the 2016 Nuh gangrapes and double murder case on Saturday, officials said. On April 10, the court had found Hemat Chouhan, Ayan Chauhan, Vinay and Jai Bhagwan guilty of double murder, gangrape and dacoity which took place in Haryana's Nuh on the intervening night of August 24-25, 2016.

4 May 2024 8:26 pm
Paytm COO and president Bhavesh Gupta resigns, citing personal reasons

Bhavesh Gupta resigns as President and COO of One97 Communications Limited, effective May 31, 2024, for a career break. Rakesh Singh appointed CEO of Paytm Money Ltd in leadership transitions at Paytm Services Pvt Ltd.

4 May 2024 8:22 pm
Nithari killings: SC agrees to hear plea of victim's father against acquittal of Surendra Koli

The Supreme Court has agreed to hear a plea challenging Allahabad High Court's order acquitting Surendra Koli in the 2006 Nithari serial killings case. A bench of Justice BR Gavai, Justice Satish Chandra Sharma and Justice Sandeep Mehta issued a notice on an appeal filed by one Pappu Lal, the father of one of the victims.

4 May 2024 7:58 pm
INDIA bloc govt's first decision will be to waive off farmers' loans: Akhilesh Yadav

Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav on Saturday said that if elected to power, the INDIA bloc government's first decision will be to waive off farmers' loans and claimed that the BJP is set to be wiped out in the third phase of polling in Uttar Pradesh.

4 May 2024 6:30 pm
Things have changed after Modi ji came : EAM Jaishankar vows firm response to Pakistan's terrorism

EAM Jaishankar addresses India's changed stance towards cross-border terrorism under Modi govt, efforts in the Gulf region, and the importance of countering terrorism effectively, emphasizing the need for a strong response.

4 May 2024 6:29 pm
Amazon Summer Sale 2024 LIVE NOW - Up to 60% off on Tablets

The Amazon Sale of 2024 is bringing with it discounts on tablets and amazing offers. You can get the things you want from reliable companies for a lot less money. Take advantage of these offers as soon as you can to save a lot of money on these items!

4 May 2024 6:18 pm
Congress government in Karnataka sat on evidence against Prajwal Revanna: Union minister Nirmala Sitharaman

Nirmala Sitharaman criticized Congress for inaction against Prajwal Revanna's sexual abuse allegations to retain Vokkaliga votes during Lok Sabha elections. She emphasized BJP's commitment to women's issues and confidence in winning a significant number of seats in the ongoing elections.

4 May 2024 6:10 pm
Lok Sabha Election 2024: Arvind Kejriwal, his wife Sunita, Manish Sisodia, Satyendar Jain feature in AAP's list of star campaigners

Aam Aadmi Party on Saturday issued a list of 40 star campaigners for Lok Sabha polls in Delhi and Haryana, featuring party convener and Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal who is in judicial custody and his wife Sunita Kejriwal. AAP's star campaigners' list also included the names of jailed AAP leaders Manish Sisodia and Satyendar Jain, as well as Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann.

4 May 2024 6:10 pm
RCB Vs GT IPL 2024: Predictions, pitch report, stats, key players, and more

RCB and GT face off in a crucial IPL match with key players like Kohli, Jacks, and Gill in the spotlight. Rashid Khan's performance and the high-scoring trend at the venue add to the excitement.

4 May 2024 6:05 pm
Amazon Summer Sale 2024 LIVE NOW - Samsung and LG refrigerators starting at just Rs.9,990

Revamp your kitchen with the Amazon Summer Sale 2024 offering Samsung and LG refrigerators starting at just Rs.9,990. Enjoy a wide selection of refrigeration solutions tailored to fit every lifestyle and budget. Take advantage of this incredible opportunity to upgrade your kitchen essentials and enhance your culinary experience. Shop now and discover the perfect fridge to meet your needs!

4 May 2024 6:03 pm
Anurag Thakur to file nomination papers from Hamirpur on May 13, Kangana Ranaut to file for Mandi seat on May 14

Anurag Thakur, Kangana Ranaut, and several BJP candidates announced Lok Sabha nominations. Disqualified Congress MLAs now stand as BJP candidates for assembly seats, accusing Congress of false promises and lack of achievement in running away from election issues.

4 May 2024 5:59 pm
West Bengal: TMC's Kunal Ghosh meets Derek in signs of rapprochement

Former TMC leader Ghosh visited MP O'Brien in Ballygunge for reconciliation with Basu. The 1.5-hour meeting aimed to mend ties after Ghosh supported a BJP candidate, leading to party action.

4 May 2024 5:56 pm
All three remaining AAP candidates file nomination in Delhi

AAP candidates from East Delhi, New Delhi and West Delhi Lok Sabha seats filed their nomination papers amid fanfare and in the presence of senior party leaders on Saturday. All the three candidates - Kuldeep Kumar (East Delhi), Somnath Bharti (New Delhi) and Mahabal Mishra (West Delhi) - took out roadshows along with senior AAP leaders and volunteers of the party before filing nominations.

4 May 2024 5:44 pm
Rajasthan weather: 45 degrees Celsius at some places; possibility of heat wave in Jodhpur and Bikaner divisions

Jaipur Meteorological Centre forecasts a heatwave in West Rajasthan from May 7 to 10, with rising temperatures. People are advised to take precautions. Various animal parks are implementing measures to protect animals from the heat.

4 May 2024 5:43 pm
'Smriti Irani will be defeated by Rahul Gandhi's PA': Sanjay Raut on Congress' Amethi candidate

'Smriti Irani will be defeated by Rahul Gandhi's PA': Sanjay Raut on Congress' Amethi candidate

4 May 2024 5:35 pm
BRS, BJP conspiring to defeat Congress, says Telangana CM Revanth Reddy

Telangana CM Revanth Reddy accused BJP-BRS collusion against Congress at Khammam rally, citing varied support areas. Allegations included coalition plans, government policies, and upcoming election dynamics. The rally emphasized the ongoing political tensions and strategic alliances.

4 May 2024 5:35 pm
Smriti Irani on 'shaky wicket' against Congress' KL Sharma in Amethi: Priyank Kharge

After weeks of deliberations and speculations, Congress announced on Friday that Rahul Gandhi will be its candidate from the traditional Gandhi family stronghold of Raebareli in Uttar Pradesh, while KL Sharma will contest from Amethi in the ongoing Lok Sabha elections.

4 May 2024 5:18 pm
NCLT sees 43% jump in debt resolution cases

Kolkata, Amid several bottlenecks, the Insolvency Bankruptcy Board of India (IBBI) declared 2023-24 as a landmark year, with the National Company Law Tribunal achieving a significant 43 per cent increase in resolutions, jumping from 189 cases last year to 270 this year. The IBBI is expected to submit a report to the government over the next 2-3 months for including mediation in the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC), which is currently under discussion and scrutiny. The regulator is also worki

4 May 2024 5:17 pm
AAP 'urban Naxal party', win for candidate backed by it will bring Maoist menace, says Amit Shah

Addressing a rally in support of BJP candidate Dhaval Patel in Vansda, Shah said, The Congress and urban Naxal party AAP have come together to disturb the peace of this tribal region. Do you want extortion to start in Valsad? Will you allow Naxalism to raise its head in our forest areas? Naxalism and urban naxalism will begin here if their candidate wins, Shah asserted.

4 May 2024 5:16 pm
Lok Sabha polls: Congress' Deepender Hooda, BJP's Ashok Tanwar file nomination papers in Haryana

The Congress has fielded Hooda, a Rajya Sabha MP, from the Rohtak parliamentary constituency, which is currently represented by Bharatiya Janata Party's Arvind Sharma. He had unsuccessfully contested from the Rohtak seat in the 2019 Lok Sabha polls.

4 May 2024 5:12 pm
Anand Sharma touts 52-year record of public service, launches LS poll campaign in Kangra

Anand Sharma, with 52-year service, criticizes BJP's youth treatment and manifesto disparities. Highlights economic disparity, youth empowerment, inflation, women's participation, and employment opportunities. Vows to serve Kangra, Chamba.

4 May 2024 4:59 pm
Safety tips to keep your WhatsApp chats secure from everyone

Did you know that your chats remain vulnerable to hacking even if you back them up on iCloud or Google Drive? Enabling end-to-end encryption for backups is the best way to prevent this.

4 May 2024 4:30 pm
HDFC Capital exits with Rs 298 crore return from Total Environment project in Bangalore

HDFC Capital, a subsidiary of HDFC Bank Ltd, exited a Total Environment project in Bangalore, yielding a return of close to Rs 300 crore. The investment of Rs 229 crore was for a residential apartment project in Whitefield called Pursuit of a Radical Rhapsody. Total Environment, founded in 1996, boasts a track record of delivering 5.5 million sft of residential and commercial space, with 14 million sft currently under construction. The successful exit reflects HDFC Capital's strategy of partneri

4 May 2024 4:27 pm
We have returned to profitability: Vinayak Pai, MD & CEO Tata Projects

I feel proud to announce that we have returned to profitability, and we are moving forward on our path to deliver predictable and sustainable projects through innovation and technology, Vinayak Pai, MD & CEO at Tata Projects said.

4 May 2024 4:22 pm
Arvinder Singh Lovely returns to BJP, days after resigning as Delhi Congress President

Delhi Elections: Arvinder Singh Lovely joined BJP in Delhi after resigning as Delhi Congress president, citing false corruption charges and the AAP alliance. Congress is contesting on 3 Delhi seats in Lok Sabha elections with notable nominees like JP Aggarwal, Kanhaiya Kumar, and Udit Raj. Arvinder resigned from congress on April 28.

4 May 2024 4:10 pm
Firozabad's glass bangle industry looks for revival this election

The upcoming Lok Sabha elections have infused a sense of urgency among stakeholders in the Rs 1,000 crore glass and bangle industry, which provides employment to five lakh people, including artisans. The fervent hope is that political representatives will take note of their plight and introduce meaningful interventions to revive the sector.

4 May 2024 4:00 pm
Breathtaking Indian cities one must visit in May

Indian cities to explore in May: Jaipur, Udaipur, Alappuzha and more cities to explore in May for maximum fun.

4 May 2024 3:55 pm
In Pics: Rain relief in Bengaluru after 5 months, but traffic woes continue

Bengaluru rain IMD predictions: On Thursday, May 2, the evening brought rain to many parts of Bengaluru after five months and nine days of extreme dryness. While many other areas saw light to moderate rainfall, Banashankari, Vijayanagar, Ulsoor, Indiranagar, and Frazer Town were battered by the rain.

4 May 2024 3:41 pm
Effective dumbbell exercises for women to lose weight

Weight loss Dumbbell exercise for women: Whqat are some suitable dumbbell exercises for women to achieve weight loss goals? Exercises for women that can be done with dumbbell easily

4 May 2024 3:37 pm
Afghan Consul General in Mumbai Zakia Wardak steps down over 'personal attacks and defamation'

Zakia Wardak, Consul General in Mumbai, resigned from the Afghanistan Consulate in India due to personal attacks and defamation, prioritizing her well-being and advocating for women's leadership support.

4 May 2024 3:33 pm
Bhavish Aggarwal's Krutrim AI launches mobile app, opens up cloud infra for businesses

Krutrim AI, an artificial intelligence (AI) startup founded by Ola Electric's Bhavish Aggarwal, has opened up its cloud for entrepreneurs and developers. Aggarwal said this will help businesses build products without depending on western cloud solutions.

4 May 2024 3:29 pm
Lok Sabha election: BSP fields its Punjab unit chief Garhi from Anandpur Sahib

BSP selects Jasvir Singh Garhi for Anandpur Sahib seat, Tewari moves to Chandigarh. Garhi competes against Kang, Singla, Chandumajra. AAP, Akali Dal also in race. BJP's candidate pending. Elections on June 1, all 13 Punjab seats contested.

4 May 2024 3:29 pm
Bomb threat: Security up at Mangaluru Airport

Mangaluru (Karnataka), Security has been beefed up at the Mangaluru International Airport (MIA) after the airport authorities received an email about a bomb scare, police said on Saturday. Following the threat received on April 29, the CISF and the police got into multiple levels of security sweeps all over the airport. A First Information Report has been registered in Bajpe police station stating that a certain group identifying itself as 'Terrorisers 111' had sent the emails. The FIR quoting t

4 May 2024 3:24 pm
PM Modi a 'shahanshaah', cut off from public: Priyanka Gandhi responds to 'shehzada' jibe for Rahul

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra criticizes PM Modi's disconnect from public and policies favoring billionaires, while addressing a rally in Gujarat's Banaskantha Lok Sabha constituency. She highlights the importance of cooperative sectors for farmers and accuses the government of corruption.

4 May 2024 3:22 pm
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4 May 2024 3:21 pm