For months now, the State and Centre have been sparring over funding of nearly 6,000 crore for the Upper Bhadra project, with Congress accusing the Centre of not releasing funds despite announcing 5,300 crore in the 2023-2024 Budget
Ranveer Singhs deepfake endorsing political party goes viral; actor flags alert on Instagram
Deepfake se bacho doston, Ranveer wrote on his Instagram Story
RRTS meant only for the rich, say Ghaziabad-Delhi commuters
Street plays, flash mobs to feature in BJPs Lok Sabha campaign in Delhi
ED files prosecution complaint against nine in Pakistan MBBS admission case
Court issues non-bailable warrant against six accused
Students from 125 cities in the country writing VIT entrance exam
Chief Electoral Officer Praveen Gupta said a total of 2.54 crore people were eligible to vote in the first phase, for which about 23,000 polling booths were set up
BJP helping other parties behind the scenes in Kashmir: Omar Abdullah
BJP has not been able to win hearts in Kashmir, decisions made in 2019 have angered and alienated the people in the valley, said the former Chief Minister
Pink booths, newlyweds, first-timers spur Udhampur voter turnout to cross 65%
Equally enthusiastic were first-time voters and persons with disability who were aided by specially-designed polling booths with ramps and wheelchairs
Darjeeling strategically crucial and vulnerable, says former diplomat
The former foreign secretary who hails from Darjeeling hills said that the region is a strategic part of the country and very vulnerable both from outside and within.
Lok Sabha polls | Pollachi constituency registers 70.70 % voter turnout
The polling was largely incident-free in all the six Assembly segments of the constituency, namely Thondamuthur, Kinathukadavu, Pollachi, Valparai, Udumalpet and Madathukulam
EPFO Chennai & Puducherry Zone
63.92% voter turnout in Cuddalore till 5 p.m.
After day-long talks with officials, Dalits of Vengaivayal village exercise their franchise
However, majority of caste Hindus of Eraiyur village did not cast their vote claiming that they were being wrongfully suspected in the case of mixing of human faeces in the overhead water tank
Fresh snowfall in upper reaches,rains lash plains for 2ndconsecutive day
Improvement in weather from today: MeT No flood like situation in valley Sgr-Jmu NH, Mughal Road closed Traffic to ply fromSrinagar towards Kargil today Srinagar, Apr 19: Moderate toheavyrainslashed plains Kashmir and higher reaches received light snowfall for 2ndstraight day on Friday, while the meteorological department has forecasted improvement in prevailing weather conditions from []
Lok Sabha polls| Coimbatore registers 64.81 % polling, higher than 2019
The highest polling was recorded in Sulur and the lowest in Coimbatore south
Police chiefs of Delhi, Haryana, U.P. hold meet to chalk out poll preparedness
Gogi gang member arrested en route to murder rival gangster
AAP councillor turns rebel days before crucial MCD poll
Lok Sabha election 2024 LIVE updates | Phase 1 of Lok Sabha polls registers 62.37% polling
Phase 1 of Lok Sabha election held amid violence in Manipur, IED explosion in Chhattisgarh; BJP, Congress accuse each other of violating Model Code of Conduct
Six of 25 UPSC toppers from Delhi University, says Vice-Chancellor
Time to build J&K, focus on achievable, think beyond traditional narrative
In an exclusive interview with Rising Kashmir Correspondent, Javid Sofi, Jammu and Kashmir Apni Partys Senior Vice President, Ghulam Hassan Mir, reveals that their party has an unambiguous vision to lead Jammu and Kashmir to the path of peace and progress. The senior vice president says that JKAP provided leadership to the people of Jammu []
Election expenses were far less earlier, says VIT Chancellor
Chennai Central records the lowest turnout of 53.91% among the 3 constituencies
BJP, AIADMK protest alleging DMK cadre indulged in booth capturing
Essential facilities arranged for voters in polling booths
Remember video of BJP candidate shooting arrow at place of worship when you vote: Owaisi
NC, PDP, Congress no match to BJP in J&K: Kavinder
Says Modi govt won hearts of lakhs of people in last ten years
Sajad Lone ridicules Omar Abdullah for good, bad politics
Srinagar, Apr 19: J&K Peoples Conference Chairman Sajad Gani Lone on Friday ridiculed former Chief Minister Omar Abdullah over his good and bad political remarks. He slammed the National Conference for its hypocrisy, saying the party shifts alliances and has differing perspectives depending on their position of power. Lone addressed the notion of Good BJP []
UoH panel to probe into clash on campus
Hes one among you: PDP chief urges support for party candidate Parra
Pulwama, Apr 19: Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) President Mehbooba Mufti on Friday urged people in south Kashmirs Pulwama district to cast their vote for Waheed ur Parra, the partys candidate for the Srinagar Parliamentary constituency. She was addressing the people in the Rahmoo village of Pulwama during which the DDC member from the district, Javid []
25 candidates file nominations for Anantnag-Rajouri parliamentary seat
Anantnag, Apr 19: As many as 25 candidates have filed their nominations for the Anantnag-Rajouri Parliamentary seat at the office of the Returning Officer (RO) in the Deputy Commissioners office, Anantnag. Syed Fakhrudin Hamid, RO of the Anantnag-Rajouri parliament constituency, told Rising Kashmir that on the last date of the filing of nominations, as many []
LS Polls 2024 Phase 1: Udhampur PC records 65.08% voter turnout
Percentage is little less than 2014 & and 2019 polls Exceeds national average, undeterred by adverse weather conditions Kathua & Udhampur dist lead voter participation, Chenab Valley varied Jammu, Apr 19: The first phase of the 2024 LokSabha elections witnessed a remarkable turnout in the prestigious Kathua-Udhampur-Doda seat, despite widespread rain across the []
PwD voters defy odds, make their voices heard in exercising rights
Srinagar, Apr19:Braving incessant rains, Persons with Disabilities (PWD) voters in various parts of Kathua, Udhampur, Doda, and Ramban districts on Friday reaffirmed their unwavering commitment to exercising their voting rights, transcending age barriers and physical challenges. Ninety-four-year-old Sham Devi, who cast her vote in Paristan village of Ramban, emphasized the importance of every vote, stating, []
Newly weds make double commitment: Wedding & Voting
Dressed in wedding finery, couples in Udhampur dist queue up to vote
Telangana government releases 50 crore to pay weaver dues
Letters to The Editor April 20, 2024
GMC Srinagar paediatric surgery dept to be shifted to Children Hospital Bemina
Srinagar, Apr 19: The Paediatric Surgery Department of GMC Srinagar would be shifted to Children Hospital Bemina in two weeks to expand and improve the services, officials said on Friday. Regarding this matter, the GMC Srinagar administration conducted a meeting on Friday, attended by the relevant officers and officials of the medical college, to discuss []
The battle over Adivasi identity
The BJP-led Union government is making several efforts to reclaim the lost stories of Adivasi resistance movements in order to build a nationalistic tribal identity. Believing that the Adivasi identity is being appropriated by the Sangh Parivar, the indigenous communities of Rajasthan and Jharkhand are attempting to counter these narratives, reportsAbhinay Lakshman
Minorities being misled on CAA, says BJP leader Rajnath Singh
Polling stations in Coimbatore, Pollachi equipped to support people with disabilities
Permanent status: on Palestine and the UN
Palestine should be granted full-member status of the UN for a start
Israel, a two-state solution, some recent perceptions
Writings and official Israeli assertions offer an idea of what a Jewish national home and a long-standing dispute constitute
Scientists and a wish list for the incoming government
Supporting science and scientists is essential in Indias quest to become a major economic powerhouse
Transition from Gun Wielder to Pen Wielder
Readers are not sheep, and not every pen tempts them---Vladimir Nabakov
SKUAST Ks Innovation Centre holds session on Women Agri-Entrepreneurship
Srinagar, Apr 19: SKUAST-K innovation, incubation and Entrepreneurship centre conducted a brainstorming session Women Agri-Entrepreneurship in main campus Shalimar Srinagar.The Programme was conducted with an aim to sensitize the young women folk of J&K UT towards Innovation and Entrepreneurship and to bring a positive change in ecosystem of Start-ups in Jammu and Kashmir. The special []
Heart disease prevention strategies are same as strategies to prevent stroke: Dr Tasaduk
Srinagar, Apr 19: Kashmir-based medico cum noted health columnist Dr Tasaduk Hussain Itoo today said that heart disease prevention strategies are same as strategies to prevent stroke. He said that adopting a healthy lifestyle is key to prevention of heart diseases and stroke; adding that adopting unhealthy routines like eating poorly, exercising less, or leaning []
Commercialization of Education: Boon or Bane?
The commercialization of education is neither a clear-cut boon nor an outright bane. It is a double-edged sword that must be wielded with caution
J&K shines in IRSF Rope Skipping National Championship, secures 2 medals
Srinagar Apr 19: Rope Skipping Team under the banner of Rope Skipping Association of Jammu & Kashmir (RSAJK) affiliated to Indian Rope Skipping Federation (IRSF) excelled in the IRSF National Rope Skipping Championship 2024 held at Talkatora Stadium New Delhi from 15 to 16 April 2024. The championship was organized by Indian Rope Skipping Federation []
VC University of Jammu releases newsletter of Poonch Campus
Jammu, Apr 19: The Vice Chancellor University of Jammu Prof. Umesh Rai on Friday released the Newsletter of JUS Poonch Campus. In a momentous event highlighting the academic prowess and community engagement of the JUS Poonch Campus, Professor Umesh Rai, the Vice Chancellor, University of Jammu commended the efforts of Director Poonch Campus, Professor Rakesh []
Understanding Fatty Liver Disease: Causes, Complications, and Lifestyle Changes
Making healthy choices regarding diet, exercise, and alcohol consumption is essential for maintaining liver health and overall well-being
Peaceful but low polling in first phase of Maharashtras LS seats
A total of 97 candidates, including Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, who is eyeing a third term, were in the fray for the five seats in the first phase
LDF workers accuse Biju Ramesh of bribing voters in Aruvikkara
Senior citizens call for an inclusive poll agenda
Inclusion of geriatric care lessons in textbooks and strengthening of primary health-care facilities for the elderly are on the list of demands put forth for the consideration of policymakers against the backdrop of Lok Sabha elections
Urban voters apathy continues to dog Chennai city in Lok Sabha poll
Chennai Central registers the lowest turnout of 67.35% among 39 constituencies in the State
Estates Dept issues show-cause notices to 42 occupants including Ex-CM, 2 Ex DyCMs
Director Estates , Jammu & Kashmir has issued show-cause notices of eviction to 42 occupants including former CM and two DyCMs. The move comes over acting upon the directions of the Division Bench of High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh. Those served notices include former Chief Minister Ghulam Nabi Azad, former Deputy Chief []
Devotees witness Pattabhishekam of Goddess Meenakshi
LDF, UDF two sides of the same coin, says J.P. Nadda
Photo inside poll booth: FIR to be filed
State election authorities have decided to file an FIR in connection with the violation of poll secrecy by a leader of a pressure group. It may be mentioned that Hyniewtrep Achik National Movement (HANM) president Lamphrang Kharbani allegedly took a photo of the electronic voting machine (EVM) inside the voting compartment. Kharbani later posted the [] The post Photo inside poll booth: FIR to be filed first appeared on Highland Post .
Mykolas Alekna: the history-making son chasing an all-timer dad
The 21-year-old Lithuanian broke a world record in the discus throw that had stood since 1986. But he isnt satisfied. After all, he has ambitions of emulating one of discus greatest his father Virgilijus, a two-time Olympic and two-time World champion
I felt like a rookie I had to rebuild my strength and endurance from scratch: Mirabai Chanu
After injuring her right thigh at last years Asian Games, the Olympic silver medallist returned to competitive weightlifting recently. She talks about the challenges of her recovery process, what her return felt like, and how she is approaching the 2024 Paris Olympics
Polling in Kancheepuram, Tiruvallur largely peaceful, no incidents reported
Kancheepuram Lok Sabha constituency recorded a polling percentage of 73%, while Tiruvallur registered 68.26%. Officials say polling at a few booths went past the stipulated cut-off time as voters arrived late
Working class in Tiruppur suffer due to inadequate bus services on polling day
Kejriwal accuses ED of politicising his food before court, seeks access to insulin in jail
Am I going to risk paralysis to get bail? AAP chief says in response to EDs claim that he is having sugar-rich food to create grounds for medical bail; Kejriwal doesnt need insulin, Tihar Jail tells court
Madurai Lok Sabha constituency records 61.95 % voter turnout; polling largely incident-free
44 nomination papers received in Dharwad, 47 in Haveri, 54 in Davanagere
First-time voters in Coimbatore satisfied with arrangements at the polling stations
Three arrested in theft case, 66 lakh cash seized
Assam MP files nomination after court faults Scheduled Tribe certificate
Naba Kumar Sarania, the chief of Gana Suraksha Party, seeks a third straight term from Kokrajhar; set to take steps to approach the court again
Chinese Grand Prix could deliver drama to F1 and slow Verstappen's victory march
Its also the seasons first GP with a sprint race, which means Fridays practice session was the only one of the weekend
FC Goa host Chennaiyin FC in high-stakes knockout battle
FC Goa fare well against Chennaiyin FC, having won five of their last six matches against them, and keeping a clean sheet in four of those victories
324 cases of crime against women registered in Sgr from 2019 to Jan-2024
In the past more than five years, at least 324 crime against women cases have been registered in district Srinagar. According to the official figures available with the news agencyKashmir News Observer (KNO), under the Crime Against Women (CAW) head, at least 324 crime against women cases have been registered in district Srinagar from 2019 []
Lok Sabha 2024: Voting ends on eight U.P. seats amid allegations of fake voting by Samajwadi Party
The campaign witnessed BJP leaders pushing the Hindutva narrative, while the Opposition sought votes to save Indias Constitution
Akanksha exits in quarters of World Championship Asian Qualifying squash
Salunkhe, 2023 National Games champion, was shown the door by lower-ranked Sehveetrraa Kumar of Malaysia
Summer heat casts a shadow on electioneering
Many candidates and activists are confining their campaigning to early mornings and evenings to avoid getting exposed to oppressive heat with temperatures hovering around 40 degrees Celsius
Union govt. gave grants over 1 lakh crore to Dakshina Kannada in the last decade, says BJP MLA
Vedavyasa Kamath alleges Congress is wrongly projecting some of the Union government projects sanctioned to the State as its own
Naam Tamilar Katchi candidate in Central Chennai arrested as he stages dharna
Water released from Vaigai dam for Chithirai festival in Madurai
Iran's President makes no mention of explosions
The blasts resounded early Friday in the central province of Isfahan, state media said
All eyes on high-profile Vizag Lok Sabha seat as heavyweights enter election fray
The constituency is considered prestigious, as Vizag, the States biggest city, has all the trappings to become a mega-metropolis in the near future; YSRCP fields Botcha Jhansi Lakshmi, wife of Minister Botcha Satyanarayana, and the three-party alliance rallies behind TDPs Sribharat
Thoothukudi Lok Sabha constituency records 70.93% polling
U.N. sounds alarm on violence in Myanmar's Rakhine State
More than one million Rohingya fled Myanmar's Rakhine state to refugee camps in Bangladesh in 2017 after a military clampdown on the Muslim group in which many were killed
Pink booths conduct polling with clockwork precision
Narikuravas of Devarayaneri exercise their voting right
A unique polling station that lived up to the tag
Puducherry records 78.5% polling till 6 p.m.
In five years, 69 militants killed in Srinagar, say Official figures
In 2023, no militant was killed in Srinagar, More than 200 militants have been arrested in district
Karur Lok Sabha constituency registers 74.05% voter turnout
Taking Bumrah out of attack after 2 overs helped PBKS claw back: Moody on MI tactics
Bumrah was matchless in the game in Mullanpur on Thursday, taking the wickets of opener Sam Curran, Rilee Rossouw and the dangerous Shashank Singh to help MI win by nine runs
