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Bengal Elections: General Observers to Monitor Counting Centers on May 4

Kolkata, May 1: The Election Commission has directed general observers for all 294 assembly seats in West Bengal to be present at their respectiv

Revanth May Visit Pranahita-Chevella Site at Thummidihatti on May 7

Talks with Maharashtra key for barrage plan

Mumbai-Pune Expressways Missing Link Tunnel Project Sets Guinness World Record

Mumbai, May 1: The Missing Link Tunnel Project of the Mumbai-Pune Expressway has been officially recorded in the Guinness World Records. This pro

Nakrekal MLA Pedals 1.5 km in May Day Show of Solidarity

He said the Congress government had lifted the ban on RTC workers unions imposed by the previous BRS government. He added that the party was oppo

Shiv Sena Supports Marathi Language Requirement for Auto-Rickshaw Drivers

Mumbai, May 1: The Maharashtra governments decision to give auto-rickshaw drivers four months to learn the Marathi language has sparked a new deb

Shiv Sena Supports Marathi Learning for Auto-Rickshaw Drivers

Mumbai, May 1: The Maharashtra governments decision to grant auto-rickshaw drivers four months to learn the Marathi language has sparked a new de

Create Awareness on PM-RAVATH Scheme, Officials Told

Beneficiaries can avail treatment at both private and government hospitals without making any payment

Central Ministry to Host Self-Reliant Panchayat Workshop in Hyderabad on May 2

Hyderabad, May 1: An official announced on Friday that Vivek Bhardwaj, Secretary of Panchayati Raj, will initiate discussions on the Self-Reliant

The ex-JPMorgan banker at the center of harassment suit against Lorna Hajdini just quietly left his new job too

Chirayu Rana, who accused JPMorgan executive Lorna Hajdini of serious misconduct, has left his new firm. Rana's claims are being called a fabrica

'Organs Were Green': Watermelon May Not Have Killed 4 In Mumbai, Say Sources

Sources said traces of morphine -- a powerful painkiller, usually used to treat severe pain -- were also found in Abdullah's body.

Review of pharma, medical devices sectors supply chain resilience on cards

Man booked for using fake number plate to evade traffic challans in Hyderabad

RBI Reports 98.47% of 2000 Notes Returned After Withdrawal Announcement

New Delhi, May 1: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced on Friday that 98.47% of the 2000 notes have been returned since the withdrawal annou

Fadnavis Backs Marathi Push; Rejects Coercion, Violence

MNS president Raj Thackeray has demanded cancellation of licences of drivers who refuse to speak Marathi, triggering a political row across the s

Workshop on Self-Reliant Panchayat to be Held in Hyderabad

Hyderabad, May 1: An official announced on Friday that Vivek Bhardwaj, Secretary of Panchayati Raj, will initiate discussions on the Self-Reliant

Telangana Minister Criticizes Central Government for Commercial LPG Price Hike

Hyderabad, May 1: Telanganas Civil Supplies Minister N. Uttam Kumar Reddy has sharply criticized the central government for a significant increas

Great Nicobar Project: A Strategic Imperative for National Security, Says Major General Bhatia

Gurugram, May 1: Major General (Retd) Arvind Bhatia has elaborated on the strategic significance of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and the Great

Iran war latest: U.S. imposes sanctions related to Strait of Hormuz, Tehran

Strait of Hormuz is one of the worlds most strategically vital maritime routes, with about 20 per cent of the worlds seaborne crude oil and lique

Wedding Joy Turns To Grief As Man Dies Of Electrocution In Vizianagaram

Satish, 32, a software engineer based in Hyderabad, had returned home to take part in the celebrations. Married just last year, he was eager to j

Nationwide Mobile Alert Test on May 2: NDMA

Cell broadcast drill to send emergency alerts across major cities

IPL 2026: CSK, MI in desperate need of a victory

Chennai and Mumbai come into this fixture on the back of chastening losses to Gujarat Titans and Sunrisers Hyderabad, respectively

Strategic Importance of Great Nicobar Project Highlighted by Major General Bhatia

Gurugram, May 1: Major General (Retd) Arvind Bhatia has emphasized the strategic significance of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and the Great Ni

Kannagi temple draws large devotees from TN and Kerala; lightning strike injures over 15 people

Josh Inglis joins Lucknow Super Giants squad; Breetzke leaves IPL 2026 for personal reasons

Josh Inglis has joined the Lucknow Super Giants squad and is available for selection. He was released by Punjab Kings for his wedding. South Afri

Court declares mosque built on graveyard land illegal in Sambhal

A tehsildar court in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, has ruled a mosque built on graveyard land illegal. Officials visited Kaserua village after villager

CITU, AITUC take out May Day procession

After BJP's Lyari Of Bengal Jibe, Trinamool's Cultural Aggression Retort

A BJP worker described Diamond Harbour, the Lok Sabha constituency of Trinamool General Secretary Abhishek Banerjee, as the 'Lyari of Bengal'.

Tamil Nadu to witness hotter May; above normal rainfall could offer relief: IMD

In its outlook, theIMDhas also outlined the likely impact of increased temperature, including on agriculture, and issued anagrometadvisory

West Asia crisis: Drone industry lauds govt's no-penalty relief for disrupted contracts

The Indian drone industry has received timely relief. The government has recognized the West Asia situation as a Force Majeure. This allows for d

Watch: TMC, BJP lock horns over EVM tampering claims | Above the Fold | 01.05.2026

From a political showdown in West Bengal over EVM allegations to rising LPG prices and the Bargi Dam tragedy, here are the top stories of the day

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel Meets Singapore High Commissioner Simon Wong

Gandhinagar, May 1: Singapores High Commissioner to India, Simon Wong, held a one-on-one meeting with Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel duri

Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel Meets Seychelles High Commissioner to Boost Investment

Surat, May 1: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel held a significant meeting with Seychelles High Commissioner Harisoa Lalatiyana Akouche duri

Can Trumps $1,000 IRA match executive order finally bring 56 million Americans without 401(k) access into retirement security? Here's who actually qualifies for this benefit

US President Donald Trump IRA Trump retirement plan executive order: Will $1000 IRA Match Transform Savings. For decades, retirement security has

Gujarat Chief Minister Patel Meets Japanese Ambassador to Discuss Semiconductor Investment

Gandhinagar, May 1: Gujarats Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel held a significant meeting with Japans Ambassador to India, Koichi Ono, during the Vi

Bus overturns at Talabetta Cross near MM Hills; over 30 passengers injured

APSRTC rolls out health checks after rise in staff deaths

Nearly 300 employees died in a year; drivers and conductors to undergo medical tests every six months, say officials

FASTag 2.0? India launches first barrier-free toll system on Mumbai-Delhi highway

May Day: Pourakarmikas felicitated

AU, IITM Launch Coastal Research Testbed for Better Weather Forecasts

Andhra University has provided land on its campus for the open-field meteorological observatory to enable collaborative research.

Nationwide cell broadcast test alert on May 2; people may receive emergency alert on mobile phones

During the exercise, citizens may receive an emergency alert notification on their mobile phones, which could be accompanied by a loud sound or v

Gujarat CM Discusses Semiconductor Investment with Japanese Ambassador

Gandhinagar, May 1: In a significant meeting during the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference held in Surat, Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel engaged

BIS holds awareness programme on standards for safety of toys

Being Kejriwal

In the 13 years of its existence,AAPhas gone through a roller-coaster political ride of contradictions, as it moved away from its core idea of an

US Treasury warns shippers not to pay Hormuz tolls, even in form of charity

U.S. Treasury warns shippers paying tolls or making charitable donations to Iran for passage through the Strait of Hormuz risk sanctions. This ad

SC Clears Thakur, Verma In 2020 Hate Speech Case

The petitioners had alleged that Thakur made a hate speech at a rally in Rithala on January 27, 2020, and that Verma made inflammatory speeches t

TDP cadres prepare to host Mahanadu in Nellore

A team, comprising Ministers, MP, MLAs and others, inspects a few sites near IFFCO Kisan SEZ, Podalakur Road and Golagamudi Road junction

Gujarat and Rwanda Strengthen Economic Ties and Cultural Relations

Gandhinagar, May 1: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel held a significant meeting with Jacqueline Mukangira, the High Commissioner of Rwanda

Surat to Contribute Over 35% to Gujarats GSDP by 2047: CM Patel

Gandhinagar, May 1: Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel inaugurated the third Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference (VGRC) in Surat on Friday. He emphas

Drug Trafficker Arrested in Jammu and Kashmir

Udhampur, May 1: In a continued effort to combat the menace of narcotics in society, the Banihal police have arrested a drug trafficker and seize

BJP Launches Sharp Attack on Mamata Banerjee, RP Singh Predicts Defeat in Bhawanipur

New Delhi, May 1: Amid ongoing political discourse in West Bengal and at the national level, leaders of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) have lau

Jammu and Kashmir Police Arrest Drug Trafficker, Seize Heroin-Like Substance

Jammu, May 1: In a continued effort to combat the menace of drugs in society, the Banihal police have arrested a drug trafficker and seized a her

Consumer organisation highlights delay in Sathymangalam bypass project

May Day observed in Tirunelveli

US factory activity steady in April but war clouds outlook: survey

US manufacturing activity held steady in April, survey data showed Friday, but a measure of prices surged to its highest level since 2022 while w

Israel Sent UAE Laser Weapon Called 'Iron Beam' That Can Vapourise Iranian Drones

Tel Aviv sent a version of its Iron Beam laser defence system to the UAE, which vaporises short-range rockets and drones. It was first used by Is

May Day rally taken out in Mysuru

Dont feed monkeys movement gathers momentum ahead of Courtallam season

Madhya Pradesh Energy Minister Criticizes Officials Over Poor Sanitation

Bhopal, May 1: Madhya Pradeshs Energy Minister, Pradyuman Singh Tomar, launched the Your Servant at Your Door campaign on Friday at PGV College i

TMC Challenges Central Employee Appointments for Counting Duty in Supreme Court

New Delhi, May 1: The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has challenged the Election Commissions decision to appoint central government and public sector e

Quote of the Day by Tom Cruise: In this life, it's not what you hope for- Life lessons on hard work, ambition, hope, and why taking control of your destiny is the key to success by one of the highest paid Academy-Award winning Mission: Impossible star

Quote of the Day by Tom Cruise: In this life, it's not what you hope for, it's not what you deserve it's what you take!, Tom Cruise quote highli

Delhi State Health Mission Announces 141 Vacancies, Applications Open Until May 12

New Delhi, May 1: The Delhi State Health Mission (DSHM) has issued an official notification for recruitment, inviting applications for 141 variou

Uttar Pradesh Government Takes Historic Steps to Protect Workers Rights

Lucknow, May 1: The Uttar Pradesh government has taken significant steps to safeguard the interests of millions of outsourced and part-time worke

TIDCO Housing Works To Be Completed by June-End: Collector

He instructed departments to accelerate construction and ensure all basic infrastructure and civic amenities are in place in the colonies.

Cabinet approves 13 crore proposal to develop part of Uppinangady-Guruvayanakere state highway

CM meets TGSRTC union leaders

Govt. unveils new municipal rent policy in ULBs in Andhra Pradesh

The new rules replace the earlier 33% rent hike once every three years with a 7% annual increase during the lease period

Coffee Sutra Brews Its First Cup in Delhi in Collab with NOD Punjabi Bagh

Coffee Sutra takes over the complete beverage program at NOD as its official beverage partner

Anti-Ganja Drive Stepped Up In Tirupati With Medical Test Kits

A four-pronged strategy is being implemented to make Tirupati a ganja-free district: Superintendent of Police L. Subba Rayudu

Power Consumption in India Rises by 4% in April Amid Heatwave Demand

New Delhi, May 1: According to official data, Indias power consumption saw a modest increase of 4.04% in April, reaching 153.99 billion units (BU

CM Yogi Adityanath Issues Directives Amid Changing Weather Conditions

Lucknow, May 1: In light of the severe heat and the forecast of below-average rainfall this year, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has instructed t

Watch: 2 Bears Enter Srinagar Golf Course, Run Away With Flagstick

The bears appear to have successfully circumvented the perimeter during their venture into the course.

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Quote of the day by Thomas Edison: His quote emphasizes that human potential often exceeds self-perception, with fear and self-doubt hindering in

India, Russia discuss long-term athletics ties, no programme finalised: AFI

India and Russia athletics federations are exploring a long-term partnership. This collaboration aims to organize joint training camps and develo

CM Yogi Issues Directives Amid Changing Weather Conditions

Lucknow, May 1: In light of the severe heat and the anticipated below-average rainfall this year, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has instructed t

Political Controversy Erupts Over Bhawanipur Strong Room Visit by Mamata Banerjee

Kolkata, May 1: A political controversy has intensified in West Bengal regarding Chief Minister Mamata Banerjees visit to the Electronic Voting M

Mysuru airport: Additional daily flight service to Hyderabad

Fire Services Dept. gears up to tackle rising summer heat

With the number of fire calls increasing, 2,386 in April alone, field staff have been advised to stay alert and leave is not being sanctioned unl

Pakistan Reports Two New Polio Cases in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Islamabad, May 1: Pakistan has reported two new cases of polio in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) province. This brings the total number of cases in

India Maintains Fuel Prices Steady for Over Four Years, Says Hardeep Puri

Surat, May 1: Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri announced on Friday that India has kept petrol and diesel prices sta

Congress Welcomes Pawan Kheras Anticipatory Bail, Affirms Faith in Justice

New Delhi, May 1: The Congress Party expressed its appreciation on Friday for the Supreme Courts decision granting anticipatory bail to senior le

US stock market today hits new records as Nasdaq crossed 25,000 for the very first time: Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq surge as Wall Street begins May with massive rally - Apple leads gains

US stock market today opens May with rare strength. Momentum feels real, not forced. The Dow Jones Industrial Average climbs near 49,815. The S&P

Preventing Type 2 Diabetes: Four Simple Steps to a Healthier Life

New Delhi, May 1: The World Health Organization (WHO) has urged individuals to adopt a healthy lifestyle to prevent Type 2 diabetes and its assoc

Siddipet court imposes fines worth 3.34 lakh on 33 motorists for drunk driving

In a separate drive, seven individuals were fined a total of 35,000 for driving without valid licences.

Celebrating the Foundation Day of Gujarat and Maharashtra: A Tribute to Development Journeys

Bhopal, May 1: Chief Minister Mohan Yadav and Governor Mangubhai Patel of Madhya Pradesh participated in a joint celebration for the foundation d

From red to green to saffron? BJP eyes power shift in Bengal as Mamata defends her turf

West Bengal's political landscape, historically dominated by single parties for extended periods, is now witnessing an intense battle for the 202

Yashasvi Jaiswal Hits Six on First Ball for Fourth Time in IPL History

Jaipur, May 1: Rajasthan Royals opener Yashasvi Jaiswal has made history by hitting a six on the very first ball of his innings for the fourth ti

Harish Rao alleges 5,000 cr. scam in HAM roads tenders

He says the government has handed over work tenders to those who quoted 25% in excess of estimated cost

Akash Deep, Harshit Unlikely To Be Fit For Afghanistan Series, UK Tour

Akash Deep is currently rehabilitating from a back injury while Rana had undergone knee surgery after a ligament tear just days before the start

Auto makers clock double-digit growth in April led by Maruti, Tata see sales rise of over 30%

In the Utility Vehicles segment, the company sold 56,331 vehicles in the domestic market, a growth of 8% and overall, 57,833 vehicles, including

Watch: Hormuz chokepoint: How can India secure energy lines? | Worldview

Two months into the war in Iran, the centre of gravity has moved from land to the Strait of Hormuz. With a tenuous ceasefire and no sign of the n