Sunjay Kapurs assets frozen till doubts settled
Delhi High Court has frozen the Rs 30,000-crore estate of late businessman Sunjay Kapur, placing the burden on his wife Priya Kapur to prove the legitimacy of his will. The court emphasized that suspicions raised by Sunjay's children from his previous marriage to Karisma Kapoor must be fully addressed before the will is accepted, safeguarding their rightful inheritance.
Starc boost for DC against high flying Rajasthan Royals
JAIPUR, Apr 30: Delhi Capitals have little time to dwell on what has been a bruising stretch of results as they gear up to face a confident Rajasthan Royals in their Indian Premier League match here on Friday. It has been a difficult run for the Axar Patel-led side this season. They have swung between extremes in the last two games. From posting a 250-plus total only to concede a world-record chase, to being bowled out for 75 against Royal [] The post Starc boost for DC against high flying Rajasthan Royals appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Four day mega eye camp organised by Fire & Fury Corps concludes
Excelsior Correspondent LEH, Apr 30: The four-day mega eye camp- Operation Netra 1.0, organised by the Fire & Fury Corps, held from April 27 to April 30 was concluded here today. The camp was organised under Operation Sadbhavana for veterans and civilians at the Army General Hospital in Leh in collaboration with Army Hospital (Research & Referral), New Delhi. The Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Vinai Kumar Saxena, attended the closing ceremony of the Mega Eye Camp. The camp also witnessed [] The post Four day mega eye camp organised by Fire & Fury Corps concludes appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
RR vs DC Match 43, IPL 2026: Preview, Predicted XIs, Player Tips & Match Prediction
RR vs DC Match 43, Cricket Tips :Rajasthan Royals became the first team to beat Punjab Kings in the IPL 2026 as they chased down 228 in their previous game. That win provided them a much-needed boost as they now have a chance to move to the top of the ladder. RR will face Delhi Capitals in a home game. This match will start on Friday at 7:30 PM IST at Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur. RR are in excellent form, and they are facing a scratchy DC, who have lost three games on the trot. So, RR will fancy their chances, whereas DC need to make sure that they win this game. RR vs DC: Match Details Date : May 1, 2026 (Friday) Time : 7:30 PM IST Venue : Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur RR vs DC Live Streaming Details The live action of the RR vs DC contest will be available on the Star Sports Networks in India. Fans can also watch the live stream on the Jio Hotstar app or website. RR vs DC Head-to-Head in IPL Total Matches : 30 RR : 15 DC : 15 No - Result : 00 RR vs DC: Ground Pitch Report The wicket in Jaipur is brilliant for batting, and the last IPL game produced over 450 runs here. The surface has good bounce and not much movement with the ball. It is a tough venue for the bowling sides, and batting second can be an ideal choice because of the dew. RR vs DC Possible XIs RR : Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Riyan Parag (c), Dhruv Jurel (wk), Donovan Ferreira, Dasun Shanaka, Ravindra Jadeja, Jofra Archer, Nandre Burger, Brijesh Sharma, Ravi Bishnoi. DC : Abhishek Porel, KL Rahul (wk), Nitish Rana, Sameer Rizvi, Tristan Stubbs, David Miller, Axar Patel (c), Dushmantha Chameera, Kyle Jamieson, Kuldeep Yadav, T Natarajan RR vs DC Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Vaibhav Suryavanshi and KL Rahul play with contrasting batting styles. But these two will be key players for their respective teams. Probable Best Bowler Jofra Archer is in red-hot form and bowling thunderbolts in the powerplay. For DC, T. Natarajan is a crucial bowler who contains the batters in the death overs. Today Match Prediction : DC have been struggling with form, whereas RR have been dominant. Hence, we predict Rajasthan Royals to win this game. RR vs DC Match 43, IPL 2026, Today 2026 Match, RR vs DC 2026 Prediction, RR vs DC Predicted XIs, Injury Update for RR vs DC Match Also Read: Live Cricket Score Disclaimer : The predictions or cricket tips are purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your predictions.
SC: Amend law on pregnancy termination of rape survivors
New Delhi: A minor child cannot be forced to bear a pregnancy, the Supreme Court said on Thursday while pulling up the Centre and asking it to amend the law to permit rape survivors to terminate unwanted pregnancies even beyond 20 weeks. In a ruling with far-reaching implications for rape survivors, including children, and the []
Amit Shah arrives in Leh for his 2-day Ladakh visit
Kargil, Apr 30: Union Home Minister Amit Shah arrived in Ladakh on Thursday on his two-day Ladakh visit during which he will attend the first-ever international exposition of holy relics of Lord Buddha, officials said. Home Minister Shah was received by Lieutenant Governor Ladakh V K Saxena and accorded a ceremonial welcome at the Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport here. MP Ladakh Muhammad Haneefa, various political and religious leaders besides senior officials of the Police and civil administration were also present. People from all walks of life, dressed up in traditional attire, queued up outside the airport, to accord a heartfelt welcome to the Home Minister. During his two-day visit, Shah will pay respect to the sacred relics of lord Buddha on the Buddha Purnima, which falls on Friday. He will also lay foundation stone for a 10 TLPD (thousand litres per day) capacity dairy plant in Kargil and attend other dairy-related programmes. It was an honour and a pleasure to welcome Minister of Home Affairs and Cooperation, Shri @amitshah ji, upon his arrival in Leh, for a two-day visit. People from all walks of life, dressed up in traditional attire, queued up outside the airport, to accord a heartfelt welcome to the Home Minister. He will be paying respects to the Holy Relics of lord Buddha, tomorrow on the occasion of the 2569th Buddha Purnima, LG Ladakh said. HMs visit and his vision for the development of Ladakh shall motivate us to work for fulfilling the aspirations of the people of Ladakh, he said. Earlier, in an X post on Wednesday, Shah said it was a moment of profound good fortune for him. It is a moment of profound good fortune for me to be attending on the occasion of Buddha Purnima, the first ever international exposition of the holy relics of lord Buddha, commencing on May 1, he said. In this exposition, devotees from different parts of the world will offer veneration to the relics of lord Buddha. Shahs visit is also significant from an administrative and developmental perspective. Just before his arrival, the Centre approved the creation of five new districts in Ladakh - Zanskar, Drass, Sham, Nubra, and Changthang, raising the total number of districts in Ladakh from two to seven. The decision is aimed at strengthening grassroots governance, improving public service delivery in remote and border areas, and ensuring faster administrative access for residents living in far-flung regions. During his visit, the Home Minister is also expected to review key administrative matters and hold meetings with local administration officials and Indo-Tibetan Border Police officials regarding governance, border management, security preparedness, and development priorities. Pertinently, The sacred Piprahwa relics of Buddha were brought to Leh in a special Indian Air Force aircraft on Wednesday by Drukpa Thuksey Rinpoche and Khenpo Thinlas Chosal of Matho Monastery. The sacred relics were accorded a ceremonial reception on arrival, with people pouring out of their homes and gathering along the roads to pay respect. The exposition to be held in the first two weeks of May marks the beginning of a rare and significant spiritual occasion in the Union Territory of Ladakh. In Ladakh, the relics will be open for public veneration at Jivetsal from May 2 to 10. They will subsequently be taken to Zanskar on May 11 and 12, followed by exposition at the Dharma Centre in Leh from May 13 to 14, before being returned to Delhi on May 15.
India charts 2047 diplomacy, China focus at MEA meet
Indian envoys met in New Delhi for a three-day conference. Discussions focused on India's neighbourhood, China, and West Asia. The aim was to prepare diplomacy for the Vikshit Bharat 2047 goal. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and NSA Ajit Doval addressed the gathering. The conference also covered economic diplomacy and boosting FDI. It emphasized results-driven diplomacy and effective delivery.
Railway Minister flags off 20-coach Vande Bharat Jammu-Srinagar service
Jammu, Apr 30:Union Minister for Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw Thursday asserted that extension of rail link to Uri from Baramulla was among the major focus areas yet the work would be undertaken with great caution ensuring not to disturb apple orchards or spoil pristine beauty and ecology of the area. Vaishnaw, who is also the Union Minister for Information & Broadcasting and Electronics & IT, stated that similar cautions, imperative for young mountains (Himalayan region) would be taken in case of other big-ticket project to link Rajouri and Poonch with rail, for which DPR was being prepared. He made these assertions while speaking to the media persons, after flagging off the newly extended 20-coach Vande Bharat Express from Jammu to Srinagar at Jammu Railway Station thus directly linking two capital cities of J&K, in an epoch-making moment. Vaishnaw flagged off the extended train in presence of the Union Minister of State in PMO, Science and Technology Minister, Dr Jitendra Singh; J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, Members of Parliament Ghulam Ali Khatana and Sat Paul Sharma besides other dignitaries. The Union Minister, while referring to major push in connectivity across J&K through big projects including Jammu-Srinagar direct train service and redevelopment of Jammu Railway Station, presently underway, maintained that Article 370 abrogation had unleashed development surge in J&K Pointing towards the huge success of Katra-Srinagar Vande Bharat Express (extended to Jammu on Thursday, April 30, 2026), he described the Chief Minister Omar Abdullahs appreciation for railway services and PMs vision as very heartening. Vaishnaw announced that the railway line doubling between Qazigund, Baramulla was also underway, besides other measures to augment capacity of Jammu-Srinagar rail line a major focus area. Later, he travelled on board Vande Bharat to Katra station and inspected Anji, Chenab bridges in Reasi district on the USBRL corridor, before returning to the union capital. The extended train, which so far used to operate between Katra and Srinagar, will have a regular run from May 2, 2026. Vaishnaw also announced that besides augmented 20-coach Vande Bharat Express, existing 8 coach Vande Bharat Express, would also continue to operate. Union Minister for Railways, himself, summed up his day-long visit to Jammu region by posting a small quote with a brief video clipping of his address and scenes from inside the extended train on the move, on his X handle. Seamless connectivity strengthening Jammu and Kashmirs growth story. Flagged off the newly extended 20-coach Vande Bharat Express from Jammu to Srinagar, along with Chief Minister of J&K @OmarAbdullah Ki and Union Minister@DrJitendra Singh Ji, he posted. Earlier speaking to media persons, he said, Today 20-coach Vande Bharat Jammu-Srinagar service has started from Jammu. One year ago, the Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Jammu Srinagar link - rail line. That time the 8-coach train from Katra started to operate. In Jammu, the construction of platforms was underway. He noted with appreciation that the train, which was started then, was presently operating with full capacity 100 percent capacity. Keeping in view the surging demand, a special 20-coach train has been designed. Normally when an 8-coach train runs with full capacity, then it is augmented to 16-coach and when it also operates with full capacity then it is increased to 20-coach. Here the demand is so high that it (train) has been straightway upgraded to 20-coach. So far, 5.50 lakh passengers have already travelled in the presently operational Vande Bharat Express, Vaishnaw informed. He asserted that that Vande Bharat service had generated unprecedented enthusiasm among the people. The service has become hugely popular. Today even the Chief Minister has candidly appreciated the Vande Bharat- railway services and praised the vision of the Prime Minister. The way he did it - was heartening. It left a very positive impact, he observed. Vaishnaw stated it was also very reassuring to note that the people of J&K accepted and welcomed railways work and its service wholeheartedly. Referring to certain innovations and experiments vis--vis Vande Bharat Express service, he informed, The train, which departs from Jammu train, serves Dogri cuisine to make people familiar with the culinary culture of the region. Similarly, the train which operates from Kashmir offers Kashmiri cuisine. He pointed out that the railway line brought transformational change in cargo (services) in J&K. Now the transportation of cars, automobiles, two-wheelers, cement, steel, salt has become easier. The most significant factor is that over 2 crore kilograms of apples have been transported from Srinagar (Kashmir) valley to the rest of the country. Similarly, the benefit of transportation of cherries and varied types of dry-fruits has been accrued from this (rail) service, Vaishnaw said. Spelling out focus area, he said, Now the major focus will be to enhance the capacity of Jammu-Srinagar railway line. For this purpose, many key infrastructure initiatives, projects are being undertaken viz., automatic signalling systems to pave the way for operation of more than one train on a single section; construction of additional crossing stations are being undertaken to enhance operational efficiency and ensure seamless train movement. Other technological and operational innovations are also being introduced. He said that the efforts were underway to initiate and turn big projects of connecting Rajouri-Poonch with train and linking Uri beyond Baramulla with rail-line into a reality. They were the focussed areas for the Railway ministry which received demands in this connection from several quarters, including those from Union Minister of State in PMO Dr Jitendra Singh and other local MPs, he informed. The Railway Minister stated that the Prime Minister was also focusing on the realisation of those big J&K projects. He informed that Jammu-Rajouri-Poonch rail alignment was almost completed and Its DPR was being prepared. Once the DPR gets finalised, it will be sent for cabinet approval, he said. Vaishnaw described the capacity increase vis-a-vis Jammu Srinagar rail line and security maintenance also as the priority focus areas. URI-BARAMULLA RAIL PROJECT TO BE FOCUS AREA Vaishnaw said that another major focus was to extend the railway line from Baramulla towards Uri. Baramulla-Uri connectivity will bring huge benefit to all Uri residents, he maintained and assured that the work on this line would be undertaken with great caution ensuring not to disturb apple orchards. Proper care will be taken not to disturb or spoil the pristine splendour - natural beauty or ecology of the area, Union Railway Minister affirmed. Secondly, the project to link Rajouri and Poonch with rail is also being undertaken. In this case, at present DPR (Detailed Project Report) is being prepared. It is a very big, detailed project as it falls in the hilly area. As you know, these projects have to be executed with great care and caution in the hilly areas, particularly in young mountains Himalaya, Vaishnaw informed. He stated that DelhiAmbala four-laning project was already approved by the Prime Minister. DEVELOPMENT SURGE IN J&K POST ARTICLE 370 He also noted that the union cabinet approval for the DelhiAmbala four-laning project would further enhance capacity, connectivity and provide benefits to the residents of Jammu and Kashmir while Jammu-Jalandhar double-lining (doubling) was completed. Jammu Railway Station is undergoing a transformational redevelopment process. It has been redeveloped very aesthetically. Once completed it will look wonderful, he stated, while showing a projectional-pictograph of redeveloped Jammu Railway Station. The Union Minister for Railways informed that the work on the second entry was almost completed. Two platforms have been completed while two platforms are presently under-construction. Work on construction of service line, washing line and other related projects is apace. Overall, this will be a major achievement for the people of Jammu and Kashmir post Article 370, he said. The abrogation of Article 370 has unleashed the stream of development in J&K. With a renewed push, the UT is witnessing a surge in development activities, he stated, while showing a pictograph depicting the Jammu-Poonch rail link (project) DPR work, which was underway, Vaishnaw asserted. With regard to security concerns, the Union Railway Minister said, To address security concerns, in a focussed way, very high-tech sensors and CCTV cameras have been installed at many places. A control room has been set up. The work on addressing security concerns has been done in a very systematic manner with the coordination of Jammu and Kashmir Police, Ministry of Home Affairs at the Centre and all other stakeholders (in the security arena). Responding to a query about the challenges confronting, Vaishnaw described the last winter season as the biggest challenge so far. The period of snowfall during last winter-season was the most challenging. One to two-feet of snow was accumulated on the (railway) track but the train service was neither stopped even for a single day nor delayed as we were well-prepared for all challenges. We have a specific design of Vande Bharat for high-altitude areas. Vande Bharat trains for Jammu and Kashmir are specially designed to operate in extreme weather conditions, including temperatures as low as minus 10 degree Celsius, he pointed out. Vaishnaw stated that the trains were equipped with advanced operating systems and electronics suited for high-altitude conditions and these specifications of 8-coach trains (Vande Bharat) were tested during last winter season. The (last winter) season was a learning experience for us. So, all shortcomings, which we noticed, were rectified and improvement features were incorporated in 8-coach as well as in 20-coach trains, he stated. Addressing the gathering at Jammu Railway Station, before flagging off the extended train, Vaishnaw described it as a landmark achievement in the history of Indian Railways. He highlighted the transformative impact of the service for the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, terming it an important lifeline that provided seamless connectivity, promoted tourism and strengthened the regional economy. The Minister emphasised that improved rail connectivity in J&K significantly boosted freight operations and contributed to reducing the cost of essential commodities, including cement priced below Rs 50 per bag. He informed that efficient logistics enabled the supply of essential goods, including products from Amul. He added that transportation of perishable produce such as cherries was also expected to become easier, benefiting farmers and traders in the region. Vaishnaw informed that two Vande Bharat services comprising 20-coach configurations were now operational, with a focus on ensuring stability and maintenance in the challenging Himalayan terrain and tunnel systems. He further stated that work was underway for doubling of the railway line between Qazigund and Baramulla to enhance capacity. He highlighted that the government was undertaking key infrastructure initiatives, including the redevelopment of Jammu Railway Station with additional platforms and improvements in the JalandharJammu rail link. Vaishnaw pointed out that improved connectivity significantly enhanced the ease of transportation of both goods and passengers in the region. He said that it would benefit passengers from all over the country by providing access by railways to the hilly region of Jammu and Kashmir by a single exchange at Jammu round the year with services being provided twice a day. The improved rail network has facilitated faster and more reliable movement of horticultural and perishable produce such as apples, cherries, milk and other fruits from the Valley to markets across the country, he said. Vaishnaw informed that a total of four railway stations were currently being constructed or upgraded across Jammu and Kashmir to provide improved passenger amenities and infrastructure. On the upcoming Amarnath Yatra, the Minister assured that special arrangements would be made by the Railways to facilitate pilgrims, with a focus on safety and convenience. MLAs Dr Narendra Singh, Vikram Randhawa, Yudhvir Sethi too were present on the occasion. Senior railway officials, including Northern Railway General Manager Rajesh Kumar Pandey and Divisional Railway Manager Vivek Kumar, welcomed the dignitaries. During the ceremony, cultural programmes presented by schoolgirls added to the festive spirit of the occasion. After reaching Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra Station following the Jammu Railway Station event, the Union Minister for Railways inspected the Anji Bridge and the Chenab Bridge on the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) and reviewed ongoing projects. He was accompanied by Union Minister for Science and Technology, Dr Jitendra Singh and senior railway officials. REGULAR RUN OF TRAIN FROM MAY 2 WITH ADDITIONAL HALT AT UDHAMPUR Two pairs of services will operate across the corridor, covering a distance of 266.66 kms and reducing the distance between two capital cities to less than five hours. Fully air-conditioned, this train is equipped with state-of-the-art amenities such as the 'Kavach' safety system, automatic doors, a GPS-based passenger information system and comfortable rotating seats. The first service (train number 26401) will depart Jammu Tawi at 6.20 am and halt at Udhampur, Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra, Reasi and Banihal. It will reach Srinagar at 11.10 am, covering a journey of four hours and fifty minutes. According to him, on the return journey, train number 26402 will leave Srinagar at 2 pm and reach Jammu Tawi by 6.50 pm. This pair will run six days a week, except Tuesday. The second train (number 26404) will depart Srinagar at 8 am, halt at Banihal, Katra, Udhampur and will arrive at Jammu Tawi by 12.40 pm. On the return journey, train number 26403 will depart Jammu Tawi at 1.20 pm and reach Srinagar by 6 pm. This pair will run six days a week, except Wednesday. Passengers can book their tickets at railway counters or through the IRCTC website. As per railway officials, together, the two pairs ensure that passengers have a morning and an afternoon Vande Bharat option from both ends of the corridor on most days of the week, giving travellers meaningful flexibility in planning their journeys.
J&Ks several schools recognised at National Road Safety Education Excellence Awards 202526
Srinagar, Apr 30: The National Road Safety Education Excellence Awards 202526 marked the culmination of the National Road Safety Mission for Schools 202526. In Jammu & Kashmir, the initiative saw participation from 34 schools, with 7 award winners and 18 Olympiad winners recognised as part of the programme. The National Road Safety Mission (NRSM), launched in 2024, is a nationwide, collaborative, non-government initiative led by Academia Axis Edtech, an education technology organisation; International Road Federation (IRF) India Chapter, the global road safety and transport body; and Eduxa.ai, an education technology platform. It has reached over 5,000 schools across 35 states and Union Territories, engaging more than 2.2 million students through structured road safety learning and school-level interventions. The programme includes school zone safety audits, structured K12 learning modules and a rating framework to assess and improve safety conditions around schools. The initiative has also been piloted across select states in collaboration with government stakeholders, focusing on audit-led interventions and school zone infrastructure. The event was attended by Rajni Thakur, Project Director, NRSM. Manit Jain, Co-founder of Heritage Schools and I am a Teacher a not-for-profit teacher training and capacity building organisation and Kapila, President Emeritus, IRF, were present as Guests of Honour. The awards presented recognised over 1100 institutions and contributors implementing structured road safety programmes within school environments as part of a broader effort to integrate safe road behaviour into early education across Bharat. We are moving road safety education from occasional awareness drives to structured, age-appropriate learning inside schools, said Manit Jain. We are now working towards scaling this initiative to reach 20 million students by 2026, with a focus on building measurable learning outcomes within the school ecosystem. Road traffic injuries continue to be one of the gravest public safety challenges, especially for children and young adults. If we want safer roads, education must begin before unsafe habits are formed. The National Road Safety Mission for Schools aims to help build a generation that treats road safety as a civic responsibility, said KK Kapila, President Emeritus International Road Federation. Additionally, Parvesh Verma, Cabinet Minister in the Delhi Government, has also conveyed his support for the initiative and encouraged its implementation, noting its relevance in promoting road safety education at the school level.
Amit Shah to launch mobile-based disaster alert system on May 2
New Delhi, Apr 30: Union Home Minister Amit Shah will launch a mobile-based disaster communication system on May 2, in the presence of Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia. Developed by the Department of Telecommunications in collaboration with the National Disaster Management Authority, the system aims to deliver real-time emergency alerts to citizens. The platform integrates the existing SACHET alert system with Cell Broadcast technology, enabling instant notifications to all mobile devices within a targeted area, alongside SMS alerts. Currently operational across all states and Union Territories, the system has already been used to send billions of alerts during disasters and extreme weather events. As part of the launch, the following message will be sent to mobile handsets in all capital cities of India along with Delhi and NCR as launch exercise. The messages will be sent in English, Hindi and Regional languages: India, launches Cell Broadcast using indigenous technology, for instant disaster alerting service for its citizens. Alert citizens, safe nation. No action is required by the public upon receipt of this message. This is a test message. Citizens are requested not to panic. No action is required upon receiving this message.
Operation Sindoor shows Indias shift to decisive action against terror: Rajnath
New Delhi, Apr 30:Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said Operation Sindoor has sent a clear global message that India has moved beyond mere intent and rhetoric in responding to terrorism, asserting that the government will not tolerate such acts under any circumstances. Addressing a National Security Summit in New Delhi, Rajnath Singh said, Operation Sindoor conveyed an unequivocal global message that India is no longer bound by the old mindset of merely issuing diplomatic statements and has demonstrated its unwavering commitment through decisive action. He described the operation, along with earlier surgical and air strikes, as proof of a firm and evolving counter-terror doctrine. Calling terrorism a threat to humanity, Rajnath said, Terrorism emanates from a distorted and perverse mindset. It casts a dark stain on humanity. The battle against terrorism is not merely a matter of national security; it is, fundamentally, a battle to safeguard the core values of humanity. It is a fight against a barbaric ideology that stands in direct opposition to every human value. We have articulated this Indian perspective, both within the country and abroad. He warned against attempts to justify terror through ideology or religion, saying such narratives provide cover fire to terrorists. In a sharp remark aimed at Pakistan, the Defence Minister said, India is recognised globally for ITInformation Technologywhile Pakistan is regarded as the epicentre of a different IT, International Terrorism. Highlighting the conduct of Operation Sindoor, Rajnath Singh said it demonstrated unprecedented jointness among the Indian Armed Forces. The Indian Army, Navy and Air Force acted in concert under a unified plan, he said, adding that India executed and concluded the operation entirely on our own terms. We did not halt the operation because our capabilities had been exhausted we were fully prepared to sustain a prolonged conflict, he said. He also underlined Indias growing defence capability and deterrence posture, noting that indigenous systems such as the BrahMos missile played a key role. This is the New India which makes no distinction between terrorism and those who sponsor it, he said. The minister said the operation has enhanced global confidence in Indias defence manufacturing, revealing that exports touched a record Rajnath Singh also highlighted the growing role of emerging technologies, particularly artificial intelligence, in modern warfare. From missile systems like BrahMos to surveillance platforms, AI has elevated our precision and strike capabilities, he said, adding that AI is also being used in logistics, soldier welfare and governance. At the same time, he cautioned against risks such as cyber warfare and deepfakes, warning, If AI were to spiral out of control it could become the instrument of destruction. Senior defence officials, including Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh, DRDO chief Samir V Kamat and Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit, were present at the event
India, Italy ink military coop plan for 202627
New Delhi, Apr 30:Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday held bilateral talks with Italy, and met his Italian counterpart Guido Crosetto in New Delhi, reaffirming the growing strategic partnership between the two countries. The meeting, held at the Manekshaw Centre, saw both sides underline that India-Italy ties are anchored in shared values of peace, stability, freedom and mutual respect. According to an official statement, the two leaders discussed a range of regional and global issues, including the evolving situation in West Asia. They also explored ways to deepen defence industrial cooperation, with a focus on Indias Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative and Italys defence collaboration framework. During the talks, the two sides exchanged the Bilateral Military Cooperation Plan for 202627, outlining future engagements between their armed forces. Maritime cooperation featured prominently, with both countries highlighting coordination on key issues, including information sharing through the Information Fusion Centre Indian Ocean Region. Earlier in the day, Crosetto paid tribute to fallen soldiers at the National War Memorial and inspected a Tri-Service Guard of Honour at the venue.
Legendary singer Runa Laila says music has a healing touch, it knows no borders
Runa Laila will receive the Minar-e-Dilli award at the 15th Delhi International Film Festival; she has called for greater cultural collaboration among SAARC countries
Fruit growers seek dedicated rail corridor, push for AC cargo trains
Srinagar, Apr 30:Kashmirs fruit growers have urged the Northern Railway to fast-track dedicated, temperature-controlled cargo solutions and expand rail logistics infrastructure to address long-standing challenges in transporting perishable produce to markets across India. The demand was raised during a joint inspection-cum-interaction between railway officials and representatives of the horticulture trade, who travelled from Srinagar to Baramulla via key stations including Budgam, Pattan, and Sopore. Led by Bashir Ahmed Basheer of the New Kashmir Fruit Association (NKFA), the growers delegation highlighted that inadequate cold-chain logistics and limited rail cargo facilities continue to impact returns for apple, cherry, and other fruit producers. Growers emphasised the urgent need for refrigerated (AC) cargo trains to ensure quality preservation during long-distance transportation, particularly for highly perishable fruits like cherries. They also pushed for expansion of loading points, identifying Sopore and Baramulla for bulk loading facilities, while proposing phased development of infrastructure at Anantnag, Awantipora, and Pampore. A key concern raised by the growers was the difficulty faced during last years peak season, including delays caused by cumbersome security checks, restricted access to stations, and inefficient handling systems. They called for modern scanning systems and streamlined procedures to reduce turnaround time and prevent spoilage. The delegation also pressed for expanding the existing cherry parcel service operated from Katra to Mumbai from five days to a daily schedule, stating that uninterrupted movement is critical during the short cherry harvesting window. In addition, growers highlighted the need for better unloading and handling facilities at major destination terminals such as Bandra Terminus, Mumbai Central, and Adarsh Nagar in Delhi to ensure quicker market access and minimise losses. Railway officials assured the delegation that the proposalsincluding AC cargo services, improved logistics infrastructure, and operational streamliningwould be examined. Growers expressed cautious optimism, noting that timely implementation could significantly enhance market reach, reduce post-harvest losses, and improve profitability for Kashmirs horticulture sector. The visiting team also inspected orchards in Tangmarg to align logistics planning with on-ground production realities, reinforcing the growers call for a more responsive and efficient rail-based supply chain.
The Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly passed the Jammu and Kashmir Private Universities Bill, 2026 on April 4, 2026. The bill will allow for private, self-financed universities to be established in Jammu and Kashmir for the first time, following decades of state-run educational institutions dominating the higher education landscape. The purpose of this bill is to help stop the stream of students leaving Jammu and Kashmir and travelling to Pune, Delhi, Chandigarh, Bengaluru, and other cities to obtain quality professional and technical education. While it is a positive step on paper, its level of success in practice depends entirely on the manner in which it is carried out and how openly its limitations are recognized. Filling a Structural Vacuum The private universities legislation is an overdue corrective for the region that has witnessed years of conflict, political uncertainty, and stagnant institutions. Statistics are revealing; every year, 50,000 to 60,000 students from Jammu and Kashmir travel to other states in India for their undergraduate and postgraduate studies, representing not only a brain drain but placing significant financial burdens on the families of children who are obtaining accommodation, transportation, and living in high-cost metropolitan cities across India. If private universities come equipped with credible academic programs, they can accommodate a significant portion of the demand for students looking for educational opportunities close to home. Additionally, while J&K has extensive but dispersed government university infrastructure, it has not been able to keep up with the rising demand from rapidly urbanizing youth. Fields with limited representation in the UT include data science, biotechnology, law, design, management and digital humanities. Because private universities generally have greater capacity for curriculum innovation than state universities, they can rapidly fill these gaps. Furthermore, the alignment of the Bill with the vision set forth by the National Education Policy 2020 and its call for multidisciplinary and research-oriented private institutions creates a level of policy coherence that must be recognized by the critics of the Bill. Who Watches the Watchmen? The inconvenient history of private university regulation in India is a challenge for even the most ardent advocates of the Bill. Proliferation of private universities across states from the mid-2000s until early 2010s has resulted in degree mills in several states including Jharkhand, Rajasthan and Chhattisgarh where colleges and universities charge students duties/fees through the tuition collection process but do not offer any sort of educational benefit to students that would justify those fees being charged; instead, the degrees that they (private universities) confer have resulted in students across these respective states being unable to find gainful employment because the job market has learned to no longer trust degree credentials that were conferred by those degree mills. While the regulatory oversight of private & dg institutions by the UIGC has improved, UIGC has historically exercised a more reactive than preventive approach in regulating said institutions. As such, any evaluation of J&K legislation should evaluate the Bill in light of establishing an autonomous SHERA with enforcement capabilities to inspect DE and issue penalties and delist DE and other chartered universities in the event of improper conduct to deter against potential promoter abuse of the liberty granted in this bill. It is also worth mentioning that the passage of the Bill takes place while both the legislative and administrative functions in J&K (including legislative assembly) are still being formed following J&Ks bifurcation into two UTs in 2019 and there wasnt a legislative assembly until the end of 2024, when elections were held after a gap of six years. Because of these considerations, the speed with which this Bill has moved through the legislature raises legitimate concerns with respect to how adequate public input to the Bill was obtained, how much input did student unions, faculty organisations, and civil society groups sufficient input into the development of legislation being proposed. Or is this legislation nothing more than another example of top down attempting to promote change as needed, while creating additional government authority without having first determined if it was needed based upon student performance. The Elephant in the Room There is no serious assessment of the expansion of private universities in India without first addressing the issue of greater access to education. The nature of a private university as a self-financed institution means that the tuition and fees associated with attendance will always be priced above those offered by a public university. Many rural residents of Doda, Kishtwar, Ramban, Kupwara, and Bandipora are economically disadvantaged, and the high cost of attending a private university may mean that those individuals cannot afford to attend a private university. Currently, the legislation does not provide for an obligation to establish scholarship programs, limit fees or set aside seats for underprivileged students at newly established private universities in Jammu and Kashmir; this represents a major lapse. Without building a measure of equity into the legislation that establishes a private university in J&K, private universities in this area will run the risk of being perceived as an urban/suburban, upper middle class institution, with their attractive campuses located in urban areas such as Jammu and Srinagar, while the rural population continues to migrate from the areas to go elsewhere to attend school or decides, due to lack of access to education generally, to not pursue post-secondary education at all. Investment, Employment, and the Local Question Advocates for the Bill are correct when discussing the economic spillover effects of university campuses. University campuss provide construction jobs through their construction projects create markets for local businesses and service providers for the local communities, bring talent from around the country through faculty recruitment and create knowledge ecosystems that can stimulate businesses in surrounding locations. Branding private university campuses for Jammu and Kashmir, which have difficulty attracting sustained private investment, could provide an anchor for local investors looking for stability and normalcy in their investment decisions. The tourism, hospitality, technical, and agri-processing industries all being identified by the government as priority growth industries for UT will be favoured by local employment opportunities due to a trained, skilled local workforce hired regionally instead of outside the region. However, one critical area where the legislation needs to take steps to prevent circumstances from occurring is that of importing the institutions infrastructure without developing local human capital. If private universities in Jammu and Kashmir hire primarily outside faculty as they have done during previous phases of expansion in other communities, there will not be much of a long-term effect in building up the capacity of the regions local academic institutions. Through incentives and/or regulated hiring requirements, the government needs to ensure that private institutions invest in local faculty development, develop research partnerships with existing local government institutions and establish student internship connections between graduates and local industry for J&K. Normalisation or Optics? To assess this piece of legislation without consideration of the current political environment would be intellectually dishonest. As one of many legislative and developmental actions taken by the Government of Jammu & Kashmir following the revocation of its special status in August 2019, the Private Universities Bill is clearly part of an effort both explicit and implicit by the Government to signal to the people of J&K that the UTs political environment is now stable and that the people can trust the Government and the political processes in the UT. Just as foreign direct investment (FDI) in the manufacturing sector is driven by a stable governance environment, so too are private investments in post-secondary education. Thus, the bill is simultaneously a signal (politically) and a policy (educational). While there is nothing inherently wrong with the bill serving in both of these capacities (policy and politics are rarely separated), there is a danger that in situations where the primary motivation for a piece of legislation is to establish normalcy, the implementation of the legislation may receive less attention than the announcement of the legislation. Citizens of J&K, especially its students, deserve the opposite a quiet, principled, and unexciting implementation of the law that outlasts the press releases. Potential Squandered or Potential Realised? The Jammu & Kashmir Private Universities Bill, 2026 is neither the major moment of change its supporters describe nor, according to the strongest critics, a sham. This bill is a significant first step; it builds the legal basis for private higher education but does not yet address such elements as regulatory enforcement, equity protections and local capacity building that would make private post-secondary institutions genuine opportunities for transformation. This bill should be viewed as an opening; how those institutions that come through this door develop into credible institutions vs. just opportunistic institutions, equitable access to education vs. exclusive enclaves of education, as well as whether local citizens/communities ultimately benefit from these institutions vs. whether they simply serve to extract from the citizens/communities unless there is sufficient political will to enforce the standards set forth will determine what these institutions will be once created. The students of Jammu & Kashmir have waited too long for this bill; they deserve to see the legislation they have waited for be implemented in a manner that is not simply well-intentioned but also executed with relentless and absolute accountability. Dr. Neeraj A Sharma, Honorary Consul General of Palau to India
The Centre has already announced May 22 as a fresh date to resume Delhi-Ladakh talks on the demands of the Leh Apex Body and Kargil Democratic Alliance, including Statehood and Sixth Schedule inclusion
Jailed MP Engineer Rashid Visits Father After Court Relief
Abdur Rashid Sheikh visits his father under strict Delhi High Court conditions
Vaishnaw Flags Challenges In Maintaining Tunnels, Bridges Of J&K Rail Network
NEW DELHI, Apr 30: Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Thursday underscored the need to adopt new maintenance practices for the Jammu and Kashmir rail network, highlighting the unique challenges posed by the Himalayan terrain. Addressing a gathering in Jammu after flagging off a 20-coach Vande Bharat train from Jammu to Srinagar, he said the Himalayas are young mountain ranges hence advanced technologies are required to maintain critical infrastructure, including the Chenab and Anji bridges and multiple tunnels. He said the [] The post Vaishnaw Flags Challenges In Maintaining Tunnels, Bridges Of J&K Rail Network appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Delhi HC stays GST appellate tribunal order for Tata Play to deposit Rs 450 crore
The Delhi High Court has stayed an order directing Tata Play to deposit 450 crore for alleged profiteering under GST, pending further hearing. The tribunal had held that the company did not pass on the benefit of reduced tax incidence to consumers after GST, despite additional input tax credit, but Tata Play challenged the findings, arguing no such benefit was due.
Ladakhi Peoples Voices Suppressed, Democratic Rights Crushed: Rahul Slams Govt
NEW DELHI, Apr 30: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi alleged on Thursday that Ladakhi peoples voices have been suppressed, democratic rights crushed, and their land and fragile environment are being handed over to Prime Minister Narendra Modis billionaire friends. Gandhi posted a video on X of his recent interaction with youngsters from Ladakh. The video was posted amid Home Minister Amit Shahs Ladakh visit. The leader of opposition in the Lok Sabha said the people of Ladakh are not against development [] The post Ladakhi Peoples Voices Suppressed, Democratic Rights Crushed: Rahul Slams Govt appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Kareena Kapoor reacts after Karisma Kapoor`s kids get relief from Delhi HC
Actress Kareena Kapoor shared a cryptic post on social media, expressing her belief in the justice and truth after the Delhi High Court granted interim relief to her sister and actress Karisma Kapoor`s children over their dispute with Priya Kapur, regarding late father Sunjay Kapur`s will
Haj Pilgrims To Pay Rs 10K More Due To High ATF Prices; Govt Says Protected Them From Larger Burden
New Delhi, Apr 30: The Haj Committee of India has raised the Haj airfare by Rs 10,000 per pilgrim this year due to a sharp global rise in Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) prices, with the Centre asserting that the increase has been restricted through hard negotiations. The Haj airfare hike has drawn criticism from opposition leaders, who have stated that such an increase amounts to injustice. A circular issued by the Haj Committee of India said in view of the [] The post Haj Pilgrims To Pay Rs 10K More Due To High ATF Prices; Govt Says Protected Them From Larger Burden appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
IPL 2026: Starc Available For DCs Clash Against RR, Says Bowling Coach Munaf Patel
Indian Premier League: Delhi Capitals (DC) bowling coach Munaf Patel confirmed that left-arm pacer Mitchell Starc will be available for selection in their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 against Rajasthan Royals, to be played at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium on Friday. Starc was recovering from a shoulder and elbow injury and joined the squad only a couple of days ago. He is now all set to play his first competitive cricket game since January. His presence will boost DCs bowling line-up, which hasnt been up to the mark so far. He is available from tomorrow. Our best bowler will definitely play, but the final decision will be taken tomorrow. His coming back definitely helps. Fast bowlers who may have struggled in the powerplay will get more support, Patel said in the prematch press conference. He also underlined the importance of bowlers in the T20 format. I always say this: a match can be won by batters, but a tournament is won by bowlers. Because if you see, even yesterday, around 250 runs were scored. So obviously, if bowlers bowl well, you can win the tournament. Batters can win you a game, but if you dont bowl well, you cannot win a tournament. That is something I strongly believe in. Reflecting on recent performances, including DC being bowled out for 75 against Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Patel quashed the notion that batters were nervous in facing Josh Hazlewood and Bhuvneshwar Kumar, who wreaked havoc in the Power-play. No, we were not nervous. We were playing with a different approach. We wanted to score more runs, but the wicket was doing a bit. They bowled well and took good catches. It is not like if you lose one game, you become nervous in the next game. That is not cricket. On the approach in mustwin situations for DC, Patel stressed commitment. In do-or-die situations, the approach has to be 100 percent. Because you know that if you lose one or two games, you are out of the tournament. So as a unit, you have to give your 100 percent. Otherwise, it becomes very difficult to survive. Our approach will remain the same. We will give our 100 percent and focus on playing good cricket. Whether we bat first or bowl first, the idea is to control the game and minimise mistakes. We will play to win and not think too much about the result. On the approach in mustwin situations for DC, Patel stressed commitment. In do-or-die situations, the approach has to be 100 percent. Because you know that if you lose one or two games, you are out of the tournament. So as a unit, you have to give your 100 percent. Otherwise, it becomes very difficult to survive. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Patel signed off by ruling out sweeping changes in the playing eleven. There wont be too many changes. We have experienced and performing players in the squad. Unless there is an injury, I dont think there will be many changes. It is not like you lose and then you start changing everything. Article Source: IANS
Air India Express restarts flights to Qatar, Bahrain
New Delhi: Air India Express, whose operations have been impacted by the West Asia conflict, on Thursday resumed flights to Qatar and Bahrain, as well as additional services to the UAE, Oman and Saudi Arabia. The West Asia conflict that resulted in airspace restrictions has significantly impacted the operations of airlines, including Air India Express, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Efforts on to handover Shivamogga Airport to AAI, says MP B.Y. Raghavendra
Shivamogga MP B.Y. Raghavendra says that on his request to hand over the airport to AAI, the State government sent an IAS officer to Delhi for talks.
IPL 2026: Unchanged Gujarat Titans Elect To Bowl Against Royal Challengers Bengaluru
Unchanged Gujarat Titans: Gujarat Titans (GT) have won the toss and elected to bowl first against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in Match 42 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Thursday. Both teams are unchanged. GT had a mediocre start to their season. In eight matches played, the Shubman Gill-led side has won four and lost as many matches and is currently placed fifth on the IPL 2026 points table. They are coming to the contest after registering a dominating 8-wicket win against Chennai Super Kings (CSK). While RCB are performing to their best in the ongoing season and are placed at the second spot in the points table with six wins in eight matches. They are also coming to the match after an emphatic 9-wicket win against the Delhi Capitals (DC). After winning the toss, Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill said, We are going to bowl first. The surface gives swing in the first 4-5 overs. Want to chase in case there is dew. These two games will determine how far we go in the tournament. They are playing some good cricket; they are the defending champions. The mood is nice and light. It's about having the right attitude. Same team as the last game. While after losing the toss, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) captain Rajat Patidar said, We were looking to field first. I don't think the grass cover will help much. Hope we put up a good total on the board. The way we played the first half of IPL was good to see. It's a positive sign for us; we are looking forward to it. We're playing with the same team. RCB and GT are facing each other for the second time in the season. In their first outing at M.Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, the home team dominated completely and beat the visitors by 5 wickets. RCB have a slight edge in the head-to-head record between the sides. In seven matches played so far, RCB have won four games while GT have come victorious on three outings. Their first-ever meeting came on April 30, 2022, which was won by the Gujarat Titans. Playing XIs: Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Virat Kohli, Jacob Bethell, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar(c), Jitesh Sharma(wk), Tim David, Romario Shepherd, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Suyash Sharma Impact substitutes: Rasikh Dar, Jordan Cox, Mangesh Yadav, Vicky Ostwal, Venkatesh Iyer Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Virat Kohli, Jacob Bethell, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar(c), Jitesh Sharma(wk), Tim David, Romario Shepherd, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Suyash Sharma Also Read: Live Cricket Score Impact substitutes: Rahul Tewatia, Anuj Rawat, Glenn Phillips, Kulwant Khejroliya, Nishant Sindhu Article Source: IANS
Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Through Lipulekh Pass To Begin In June
PITHORAGARH (UTTARAKHAND), Apr 30: The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra through the Uttarakhands Lipulekh pass will begin in June this year with 500 pilgrims permitted to visit the sacred site in Tibet, officials said on Thursday. The pilgrims will travel in 10 batches, with each group comprising 50 members, Pithoragarh District Magistrate Ashish Bhatgain said on Thursday. Bhatgain said the decision came after a meeting in Delhi on April 27, chaired by the joint secretary of the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). [] The post Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Through Lipulekh Pass To Begin In June appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Delhi High Court bars Priya Kapur from selling Sunjay Kapur assets
The Delhi High Court on Thursday granted interim injunctive relief to Samaira and Kiaan Kapoor, the children of Bollywood actor Karisma Kapoor, restraining their stepmother Priya Sachdev Kapur from creating any third-party rights or interests in the estate of the late industrialist Sunjay Kapur. The single-judge Bench of Justice Jyoti Singh, while allowing the application [] The post Delhi High Court bars Priya Kapur from selling Sunjay Kapur assets appeared first on India Legal .
Kareena drops cryptic note as Karisma's children get relief in Sunjay's estate dispute
The Delhi High Court has ordered a status quo on the assets of late industrialist Sunjay Kapur amidst an estate dispute. Kareena Kapoor expressed relief as the court restricted the operation of foreign bank accounts and cryptocurrency holdings, emphasizing the need to preserve the estate.
Day after Bengal polls ends, I-PAC chief gets bail with no objection from ED
Kolkata: A Delhi court on Thursday, April 30, granted Indian Political Action Committee (I-PAC)co-founder and director Vinesh Chandel bail a day after the West Bengal Assembly elections concluded on Wednesday, April 29. I-PAC was the political consultancy hired by Mamata Banerjees All India Trinamool Congress (AITC) to manage their campaign for the Assembly elections. Also Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Rain, hailstorm bring relief from heat in Delhi
The sudden spell of rain and strong winds led to a noticeable drop in temperature across several parts of the city, offering much-needed respite from the day's heat
Gold prices rebound 2,000 to 1.54 lakh per 10 grams in Delhi
The yellow metal recovered from a one-month low as easing US Treasury yields and bargain buying supported sentiment.
Delhi weather: IMD issues Orange alert for NCR after heavy rain hits capital
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Thursday issued an Orange alert for Delhi-NCR, warning of intense weather activity over the next few hours, PTI reported.
Engineer Rashid Meets Ailing Father In Srinagar Hospital During Interim Bail
SRINAGAR, Apr 30: Jailed Lok Sabha member Sheikh Abdul Rashid on Thursday arrived here to meet his ailing father after the Delhi High Court granted him a weeks interim bail, officials said. Rashid, alias Engineer Rashid, the Lok Sabha MP from Jammu and Kashmirs Baramulla, arrived at the Srinagar airport here on Thursday afternoon and drove straightaway to the SMHS hospital to visit his ailing father, the officials said. The Delhi High Court on Tuesday granted one-week interim bail to [] The post Engineer Rashid Meets Ailing Father In Srinagar Hospital During Interim Bail appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
India, Italy to boost defence industrial framework for co-production of military hardware
NEW DELHI, Apr 30: India and Italy on Thursday resolved to develop a defence industrial framework for co-production of military hardware, a move that came as both nations navigate an evolving security landscape, including the ongoing crisis in West Asia. The decision to bolster bilateral defence and strategic ties was reached during talks between Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and his Italian counterpart Guido Crosetto in New Delhi. Following the meeting, the two sides unveiled a bilateral military cooperation plan (MCP) [] The post India, Italy to boost defence industrial framework for co-production of military hardware appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
DU VCIS Summer Internship 2026 registration closes today: Direct link to apply here
The University of Delhi will close registrations for the VCIS Summer Internship 2026 on April 30, after extending the deadline from April 27. The two-month programme offers hands-on experience across university departments, requiring 20 weekly hours. Selected students will receive 11,576 per month while gaining practical exposure to institutional functioning and research coordination.
Delhi HC said the plea against NCLT acting president appointment is infructuous
Luxury brand Tory Burch does a Roastery Coffee Shop takeover in Delhi
Check out The Romy Cafe at Roastery Coffee House in Delhi
Rain, Hail Bring Relief From Heat To Delhi-NCR
Rain, Hail Bring Relief From Heat To Delhi-NCR
Karisma's children get relief, court restrains Priya from dissipating Sunjay's assets
Karisma Kapoor's children and Sunjay Kapur's mother have filed legal cases against his widow, Priya Sachdev Kapur, alleging a forged will. The Delhi High Court has granted interim relief, restraining Priya from creating third-party rights over Sunjay's estate and preserving assets pending trial.
MP Er Rashid arrives in Srinagar on bail, heads to SMHS hospital
Srinagar, Apr 30: Baramulla MP Sheikh Abdul Rashid on Thursday arrived at Srinagar airport and proceeded to SMHS Hospital to visit his ailing father. The Delhi High Court on Tuesday (April 28, 2026) granted him one-week interim bail. The court directed that during this period, Rashid, who is in custody in a terror-funding case, may either visit the hospital where his father is undergoing treatment or remain at home. It also ordered that two police officials in plainclothes will accompany him at all times. The court said no undue visitors will be allowed during this period, except immediate family members. Rashid, the Baramulla Lok Sabha member who defeated Omar Abdullah in the 2024 parliamentary elections, is facing trial in a terror-funding case involving allegations of financing separatists and militant groups in Jammu and Kashmir. He has been lodged in Delhis Tihar Jail since 2019 after being arrested by the National Investigation Agency in connection with the 2017 terror-funding case. (KNS)
MP Er Rashid Arrives in Srinagar on Bail
SRINAGAR: Baramulla MP Sheikh Abdul Rashid on Thursday arrived at Srinagar airport and proceeded to SMHS Hospital to visit his ailing father. The Delhi High Court on Tuesday (April 28, 2026) granted him one-week interim bail. The court directed that during this period, Rashid, who is in custody in a terror-funding case, may either visit []
IPL 2026: When And Where To Watch RR Vs DC, Know All Details
Sawai Mansingh Stadium: Rajasthan Royals will look to build on their recent momentum when they take on Delhi Capitals at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium on Friday in a crucial IPL 2026 encounter. Rajasthan have enjoyed a solid campaign so far, registering six wins from nine matches to sit comfortably in fourth place on the points table. The side, led by Riyan Parag, heads into the contest on the back of a morale-boosting victory, having successfully chased down a daunting 223-run target to hand Punjab Kings their first defeat of the season. While the Royals have found momentum at the right time, concerns remain over the form of skipper Parag, whose returns with the bat have been inconsistent. However, his brief but impactful contribution in the previous match could provide a timely boost as the team approaches the decisive phase of the tournament. The middle orders resurgence in that game also offers encouragement for the hosts. In contrast, the Delhi Capitals find themselves under pressure, having managed just three wins from eight matches. Placed seventh in the standings, the side led by Axar Patel is currently on a three-match losing streak and will be desperate to arrest the slide. Their most recent outing was particularly disappointing, as they suffered a heavy defeat against Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Delhi were bundled out for a modest total before the opposition chased it down with ease, exposing frailties in both batting and bowling departments. With the tournament entering a crucial phase, a loss in Jaipur could further dent Delhis playoff hopes, making this encounter a must-win for the visitors. Rajasthan, on the other hand, will aim to consolidate their position in the top four with another strong performance at home. When: Friday, May 1, 7:30 PM IST Where: Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur Where to watch: The RR vs DC match will be broadcast on Star Sports channels, with JioHotstar live-streaming the game Squads: Where to watch: The RR vs DC match will be broadcast on Star Sports channels, with JioHotstar live-streaming the game Also Read: Live Cricket Score Delhi Capitals: Abishek Porel, KL Rahul, Nitish Rana, Sameer Rizvi, Tristan Stubbs, Axar Patel, Ajay Jadav Mandal, Ashutosh Sharma, Kuldeep Yadav, Mukesh Kumar, Vipraj Nigam, Mitchell Starc, Tripurana Vijay, David Miller, Auqib Nabi Dar, Pathum Nissanka, Lungi Ngidi, Sahil Parakh, Prithvi Shaw, Kyle Jamieson, T Natarajan, Madhav Tiwari, Karun Nair, Dushmantha Chameera Article Source: IANS
West Delhi's Janakpuri faces a severe water contamination crisis, with residents enduring foul-smelling tap water for five months. This has led to rising health issues like stomach infections and skin ailments, forcing families to spend heavily on bottled water and impacting daily life. Authorities acknowledge the issue, attributing it to a sewer problem, and have begun repair work.
India Recognised For IT, Pakistan For International Terrorism: Rajnath Singh
NEW DELHI, Apr 30: Delivering a sharp rebuke over Pakistans continued backing of terrorism, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday said that while both nations gained independence together, India is today globally recognised for Information Technology, whereas Pakistan has come to be seen as the epicentre of International Terrorism, underscoring a hardened shift in Indias response to cross-border terror. Addressing a National Security Summit in the national capital, Singh said, Both, India and Pakistan attained independence at the same time. [] The post India Recognised For IT, Pakistan For International Terrorism: Rajnath Singh appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Weather flips in Delhi-NCR: Hailstorm, rain break heatwave spell
Delhi-NCR experienced a sudden weather change on Thursday afternoon with a hailstorm and rain offering relief from heatwave conditions. Dark clouds gathered as the storm began around 3:30 PM, even as the city remained under a yellow alert for heatwaves. This rainfall helped moderate average temperatures, which were lower than last year's April.
As Delhi turns up the heat, MCD orders citywide cooling measures
The Municipal Corporation of Delhi has issued an advisory for the upcoming summer season. Departments are directed to take precautionary measures against heatwave conditions. Arrangements for cool drinking water, cooling facilities, and ORS kits will be made. Working hours for sanitation staff will be rationalized. Heatwave warnings will be disseminated at the ward level to protect civic workers and residents.
BJP Delhi Shares Pinterest Pics as Kejriwal's Home, Calls it 'Sheesh Mahal 2.0'
Team WebQoof found that most of the images were taken from Pinterest or a social media page.
DelhiNCR Rain Forecast: On Thursday, several parts of Delhi-NCR, including Noida, Gurugram, Ghaziabad experienced light rain and thunderstorms as per the IMD's forecast. The NDMA in a warning said that there is a very high probability of moderate thunderstorms (wind speeds of 4060 km/h), lightning strikes, light to moderate rainfall, and hailstorms in UP.
Delhi College Bars Student Union Fests After University Clashes
Shaheed Bhagat Singh College, Delhi University, bars students' union from organising fests after recent campus clashes. Administration assigns responsibility to official committees to ensure discipline, proper coordination, and accountability in all
Relief for Karisma's children: HC freezes Sunjay Kapur's bank accounts
The Delhi High Court has ordered the preservation of assets belonging to late businessman Sunjay Kapur, who passed away in London in June last year.
Required Rate Not Getting Out Of Control Was The Real Beauty Of SRH's Chase: Chawla
New Delhi: Former India spinner Piyush Chawla credited Sunrisers Hyderabad batters for executing a near-perfect run chase against Mumbai Indians, highlighting that at no point their asking run rate spiralled out of control. Chasing a daunting 244 at the Wankhede Stadium, SRH produced one of the most dominant batting performances of the season, with their top order setting the tone early and the middle order ensuring there were no stumbles along the way. You have to give full credit to the batters. We know that teams like Punjab Kings and Sunrisers Hyderabad are capable of chasing such totals, and they showed that again. They came out with clear intent in the Powerplay and, importantly, didnt lose a wicket. They even put pressure on Jasprit Bumrah early, taking nearly 30 runs off his first two overs. After that, the rest of the batters contributed well. At no stage did the required rate get out of control. In fact, it stayed below the asking rate for most of the innings. That was the real beauty of this chase, Chawla told JioStar. The foundation of the chase was laid by the openers, with Travis Head playing a key role through a brisk half-century that put Mumbais bowlers under immediate pressure. You have to give full credit to the batters. We know that teams like Punjab Kings and Sunrisers Hyderabad are capable of chasing such totals, and they showed that again. They came out with clear intent in the Powerplay and, importantly, didnt lose a wicket. They even put pressure on Jasprit Bumrah early, taking nearly 30 runs off his first two overs. After that, the rest of the batters contributed well. At no stage did the required rate get out of control. In fact, it stayed below the asking rate for most of the innings. That was the real beauty of this chase, Chawla told JioStar. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Sometimes you need a bit of luck when youre not among the runs, and thats exactly what happened with him. There was a faint edge that didnt result in an appeal. Moments like these can change an innings. Ive noticed that whenever he plays against India or against Mumbai Indians, he seems to bat with a different level of confidence, he added. Article Source: IANS
Delhi High Court mandates that doubts surrounding Sunjay Kapur's Will must be cleared. Priya Kapur, the Will's proponent, faces the task of addressing concerns raised by Kapur's children. The court has implemented protective measures for the estate, including restrictions on asset alienation.
Big relief for Karisma Kapoors children as Delhi HC freezes Sunjay Kapurs assets in India
The Delhi High Court has ordered a freeze on the estate of late industrialist Sunjay Kapur. Children of Karisma Kapoor and Sunjay Kapur filed a plea. The court has restrained the creation of third-party rights over assets. It also directed the filing of account statements. Foreign bank accounts and cryptocurrency holdings are also restricted.
DelhiMumbai Expressway tragedy: Five of a family killed after car catches fire
According to police, a short circuit is suspected to have triggered the blaze. As it was a CNG vehicle, the fire spread rapidly, leaving the occupants with no time to escape. Only skeletal remains were recovered from the vehicle and have been preserved separately
India, Italy draw up a new drill plan as military ties tighten
India and Italy have recently established a Military Cooperation Plan set for 2026-27, signifying a strategic advancement in their defense relationship. The accord emphasises enhanced military engagements and paves the way for increased defense industrial collaboration. Key components involve structured exchanges and joint training initiatives, indicating a robust commitment to deepening military ties between New Delhi and Rome.
India is experiencing an intense heatwave, forcing many states to declare early summer vacations. Temperatures are soaring, making daily commutes difficult and posing health risks. Schools in Delhi are set to close from May 11 to June 30, while Odisha has already begun its summer break from April 27.
Electronic Cigarettes Act: Rajasthan Royals (RR) skipper Riyan Parag has been fined 25 percent of his match fee and handed a demerit point after being caught using a vape inside the dressing room during the IPL 2026 match against Punjab Kings in New Chandigarh. A statement from the IPL on Thursday said Parag admitted to breaching Level 1 of the IPLs Code of Conduct, which covers conduct that brings the game into disrepute. The incident occurred during RRs successful chase when cameras captured him vaping in the dressing room, leading to huge outrage on social media and in the IPL ecosystem. The incident occurred during the second innings when Riyan was seen using a vape inside the dressing room. Riyan admitted to the offence and accepted the sanction imposed by the Match Referee, Amit Sharma, further said the statement from the IPL. It is understood that after Parags visuals of using the vape were brought to the attention of the authorities, on-field umpires Tanmay Srivastava and Nitin Menon reported the matter to match referee Sharma. The IPLs code does not explicitly mention vaping but stresses maintaining decorum in dressing rooms and player areas. The statement also said a process of taking a strict action on RR is also on the cards. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is also exploring other options to initiate proceedings for stringent action against the erring team, its officials and player/s to ensure that the reputation of IPL remains intact, it further said. Article 2.21 is intended to cover all types of conduct that bring the game into disrepute and which is not specifically and adequately covered by the specific offences set out elsewhere in this Code of Conduct, including Article 2.20. By way of example, Article 2.21 may (depending upon the seriousness and context of the breach) prohibit, without limitation, the following: (a) public acts of misconduct; (b) unruly public behaviour; and (c) inappropriate comments which are detrimental to the interests of the game. When assessing the seriousness of the offence, the context of the particular situation, and whether it was deliberate, reckless, negligent, avoidable and/or accidental, shall be considered. Further, the person lodging the Report shall determine where on the range of severity the conduct lays (with the range of severity starting at conduct of a minor nature (and hence a Level 1 Offence) up to conduct of an extremely serious nature (and hence a Level 4 Offence)), says the IPL Code of Conduct on breach of Article 2.21. By way of example, Article 2.21 may (depending upon the seriousness and context of the breach) prohibit, without limitation, the following: (a) public acts of misconduct; (b) unruly public behaviour; and (c) inappropriate comments which are detrimental to the interests of the game. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Previously, RR team manager Romi Bhinder was fined Rs 1 Lakh and given a stern warning for using a mobile phone in the dugout during a clash against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in Guwahati. RR will next face Delhi Capitals at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on Friday. Article Source: IANS
BSG's 5th Sustainability Conclave Highlights Collective Action for Climate-Resilient Communities
Bharat Soka Gakkai (BSG), an organization promoting peace, culture, education and sustainability, organized its fifth Sustainability Conclave on April 29, 2026, in New Delhi with the theme Building Resilient Futures: Climate, Communities and Collective Strength, highlighting the importance of collective action in addressing climate change and fostering sustainable communities. Chief Guest Veditha Reddy (IAS, Edu.& Sports, Delhi); Aditi Haldar, Vimlendu Jha, Justice Michael Wilson, Shashank Shah, Ripu D. Bevli, Namrta Bangia; BSG Chairperson Vishesh Gupta As natures limits become starkly evident, just last year in 2025, India faced extreme weather on 99% of days, claiming 4,419 lives (up 45% in 4 years), damaging 17.4 million hectares of crops (up 9x), destroying 181,459 homes, and killing 77,189 animals underscoring that urgent action is needed. The conclave, held at the Chinmaya Mission Auditorium in New Delhi, brought together thought leaders, experts, and sustainability enthusiasts to explore the challenges and opportunities for creating a sustainable future. In his inaugural address, BSG Chairperson Mr. Vishesh Gupta said, Sustainability has to be more than a survival manual; it has to be a celebration of our shared life, our shared struggles, and our shared resilience. We dont need a handful of people doing sustainability perfectly. We do need millions of people who may not be doing it perfectly, but are committed to doing it together . Ms. Veditha Reddy, IAS Director, Education & Sports, Govt. of NCT of Delhi, was the Chief Guest & Keynote Speaker at the conclave. In her keynote address, she said sustainability is often taken in a negative connotation and associated with sacrifice. But sustainability is a mindset. Small daily actions come together to make a difference in our lives. It is also true that we need to have right policies and each and every stakeholder needs to rise to the occasion whether it is the policy maker, implementers, the public or students. Every action really matters. The conclave included a panel discussion by renowned speakers such as Justice Michael D. Wilson (Adjunct Faculty Jindal Global Law School); Dr. Shashank Shah (Senior Public Policy Specialist, Author); Mr. Vimlendu Jha (Environmentalist, Founder Swechha); Mr. Ripudaman Singh Bevli (Plogman of India); and Dr. Aditi Haldar (Director, South Asia Global Reporting Initiative (GRI)). The panel discussion was moderated by Ms. Namrta Bangia (Senior Director Global Mass Transit). The climate emergency upends the historically gradual evolution of the rule of law to address injustice.Faced with the climate emergency, Judges have little timeperhaps seven yearsto apply the rule of law to protect the rights of citizens to a life sustaining climate.Absent unprecedented judicial independence, climate injustice will persist, and the rule of law will erode as cascading environmental catastrophe ensues. , said Justice Michael D Wilson, who believes in the power of the rule of law to advance climate justice. Mr. Vimlendu Jha said, Climate change is no longer a theoryits a lived reality affecting our lives and ecosystems every day. The crisis demands urgent, responsible leadership, especially from young people. This is not a distant threatits here and now. There is no Planet B. Happy to be part of the Conclave, contributing to conversations on building a more resilient future. We often discuss climate resilience at policy tables. But on the ground, communities cant afford to wait. My work focuses on enabling climate resilience through community-led governance where young people step up to solve challenges of their places instead of waiting for government action. Because resilience isnt built in frameworks alone. Its built on ground. said Mr. Ripudaman Singh Bevli . Dr. Aditi Haldar said, Economic growth and environmental responsibility are no longer opposing goals. If a billion citizens make mindful choices every day, Indias path to a $1 trillion economy becomes not just achievable, but sustainable . Ms. Namrta Bangia added, Climate resilience begins with peoplethe same people who design our systems, shape our policies, build industries, and imagine the future. When individuals, communities, and institutions move together, even small actions can create a transformative impact . As a testament to the power of small actions, two young changemakers from Mothers Mount Global School shared how their BSG-supported SDG Club reduced paper use by 3040%, cut waste, and conserved energy, extending these practices into homes and communities. Another individual spoke of her inner transformation, which led her to start a skills training centre in Bihar, enabling 20 women to build livelihoods and uplift their communities. In conjunction with the conclave, BSG arranged a sustainability exhibition titled Seeds of Hope & Action: Making the SDGs a Reality, to bring home the message about the Power of One to create a more sustainable world, and about adopting Sustainable Human Behaviour as a way of life.With this conclave, BSG is determined to advance towards achieving the SDGs by 2030 without leaving even a single person behind. About Bharat Soka Gakkai Bharat Soka Gakkai (BSG) is an organization dedicated to promoting the values of happiness and peace for all, under the umbrella of peace, culture, education, and sustainability. BSG has more than 290,000 members who are spread across 600 towns and cities of India and belong to all age groups. To build a sustainable age by 2030, BSG launched the BSG for SDG initiative in 2021, with the motto: Towards 2030: Achieving SDGs through Sustainable Human Behaviour. www.bharatsokagakkai.org www.bsgforsdg.org/about-bsg-for-sdg
Supreme Court dismisses challenge to 66 Lakh arbitral award in Aakash-Paramount franchise dispute
The Supreme Court has dismissed a plea filed by Paramount Learning Solutions in a franchise dispute with Aakash Educational Services Ltd., declining to interfere with a judgment of the Delhi High Court dated August 7, 2025, which had upheld an arbitral award in favour of Aakash. A Bench of Justices P.S. Narasimha and Alok Aradhe [] The post Supreme Court dismisses challenge to 66 Lakh arbitral award in Aakash-Paramount franchise dispute appeared first on India Legal .
I-PAC Director Vinesh Chandel granted bail in money laundering case
The Patiala House Court of Delhi has granted regular bail to Vinesh Chandel, director of political consultancy firm Indian Political Action Committee (IPAC), who was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on April 13 in a money laundering case. The plea was allowed by the Additional Sessions Judge Amit Bansal of the Patiala House Court [] The post I-PAC Director Vinesh Chandel granted bail in money laundering case appeared first on India Legal .
Delhi hit-and-run: Delivery agent falls from flyover after being hit by car, dies
A food delivery agent tragically died after falling from the Dabri flyover in Delhi. His scooter was reportedly struck by a car, whose driver fled the scene. The victim, identified as Rajkumar, sustained severe injuries and was declared dead at a hospital. Police are investigating the incident and searching for the absconding driver.
Petrol, Diesel prices update: Despite a surge in Brent crude oil prices, petrol and diesel rates remained stable across India on April 30, 2026, Thursday. Amidst viral rumors of a price hike, the government, through PIB Fact Check, debunked a fake notification claiming significant increases, assuring citizens that fuel prices will not change.
The Directorate of Education is set to release the CM SHRI School Entrance Test Result 2026 on April 30 for Classes 6 and 9 admissions. Based on the April 13 exam, selection follows minimum qualifying marks and a reservation policy prioritising government school students. Candidates can check results online and must prepare documents for verification.
SC reserves order on Pawan Kheras plea for anticipatory bail
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Thursday, April 30, reserved its order on a plea of Congress leader Pawan Khera seeking anticipatory bail in a case registered against him related to allegations that Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarmas wife possessed multiple passports and undisclosed properties abroad. A bench of Justices JK Maheshwari and AS Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
ICSE, ISC Results: Girls Outperform Boys, Pass Rate Over 99%
NEW DELHI, Apr 30: The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations on Thursday announced the Class 10 and Class 12 results for 2026, with overall pass percentages of 99.18 per cent and 99.13 per cent, respectively. A total of 2,58,721 candidates appeared for the Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (ICSE), or Class 10, examination. About 1,03,316 students took the Indian School Certificate (ISC), or Class 12, exam. Girls outperformed boys in both examinations. In ICSE, girls recorded a pass [] The post ICSE, ISC Results: Girls Outperform Boys, Pass Rate Over 99% appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SVC Reports Strong Growth with Rs. 43,693 Crores; Reinforces Customer Trust
SVC Co-operative Bank, one of Indias prominent urban cooperative banks, has reported a strong and stable financial performance for the year ended March 31, 2026, highlighting its continued growth and resilience in a dynamic banking environment. 6,973 Crores, indicating the Banks active role in supporting credit demand and economic activity. The simultaneous rise in deposits and advances points to a well-balanced growth strategy. 205 Crores for the financial year. The profit remains robust and demonstrates the Banks ability to maintain steady earnings amid evolving sectoral conditions. The performance reflects disciplined operations and a focus on long-term sustainability. On the asset quality front, Gross NPA stood at 2.69%, while Net NPA was at 0.96%. The Bank continues to focus on prudent risk management and strengthening recovery mechanisms. Notably, the Capital Adequacy Ratio (CRAR) improved to 15.48%, reinforcing the Banks solid capital position and ability to support future growth. Mr. Durgesh S. Chandavarkar, Chairman, SVC Bank , said The Banks performance reflects the continued trust of our customers and the strength of our governance-led approach. Even in a dynamic environment, we have remained focused on stability, prudent growth, and long-term value creation. We will continue to build on this foundation while strengthening our role in the cooperative banking sector . The Bank shared its audited performance highlights through official communication channels, receiving positive feedback from customers and stakeholders. This response reflects continued confidence in the Banks transparency, governance standards, and consistent delivery. With its guiding philosophy, Your Trust, Our Strength , SVC Co-operative Bank has reaffirmed its commitment to customer-centric banking and sustainable expansion. Going forward, the Bank aims to strengthen its digital offerings, enhance service quality, and broaden its reach, while carefully navigating sectoral challenges. The overall performance underscores its steady progress as a reliable institution in the cooperative banking space. About SVC Bank Set up in 1906, SVC Bank is a 119-year-rich institution that has contributed significantly to the development of the co-operative movement in India for over a century. Today, the Bank is one of the oldest and most recognised names in the countrys co-operative banking space. SVC is a Multi-State Scheduled Co-operative Bank with its presence across 10 States & 1 Union Territory Maharashtra, Karnataka, Goa, Gujarat, Rajasthan, Delhi, Haryana, Madhya Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Tamil Nadu. Total Business of the Bank is at Rs. 43,693 Crores as on March 31, 2026 and Net Profit stands at Rs. 205 Crores. Gross NPA stood at 2.69% while Net NPA stood at 0.96%. Time and again, the Bank has proven its strong fundamentals and efficiency parameters. Headquartered in Mumbai, the Bank has a vast network of 203 branches, 220 ATMs and an employee strength of over 2,500. The Bank offers the entire gamut of services across Retail, Corporate and International Banking. The Banks performance and innovation have been recognised through several recent industry awards. SVC Bank was awarded Best Urban Co-operative Bank, Best Cyber Security Initiative and Digital Banking Innovation of the Year at the 3rd Rashtriya Urban Cooperative Banking Summit & Awards 2026. SVC Bank received three distinguished recognitions at IBA's Annual Banking Technology Conference, Expo & Citations 2024-25, conducted on January 9th, 2026 in Mumbai: Best Fintech & DPI Adoption (Winner) in the Co-operative Sector Banks category, Best Tech Talent (Winner) in the Co-operative Sector Banks category and Best Technology Bank (Special Mention) in the Co-operative Sector Banks category. The Bank was awarded the Leader Award at the 9th All India UCB Summit & Awards, 2025, the Best HR Transformation and Best Audit Transformation Awards at the FCBA Awards 2025, and the Gold Award for the Bank's Wall Calendar for the Year 2025 & the Consolation Award for the Bank's Annual Report F.Y. 2024-25, at the 15th PRCI Excellence Awards 2025. In addition, earlier honours include the Banco Blue Ribbon 2024 Award for excellence in the Urban Co-operative Bank category. The Bank was also felicitated at the Rashtriya Coop Samman Samaroh 2025 with the titles of Best Urban Co-operative Bank, Best Multi-State Urban Co-operative Bank and Best Chairperson of the Year awarded to Shri. Durgesh Chandavarkar. SVC Bank was recently awarded the prestigious 'Most Innovative CFO' Award at the Silver Feather Awards 2025 - 6th Edition and ET Nows Best Organisations to Work 2025. These accolades reflect the Banks leadership in co-operative banking, commitment to technology and people, and its role in advancing financial inclusion. www.svc.bank.in .
Delivery executive dies after motorcycle hit by car in Delhi
A 25-year-old delivery executive, Rajkumar, died after his motorcycle was allegedly hit by a car on the Dabri flyover in southwest Delhi. The car's driver is absconding, and an FIR has been registered. Police are making efforts to apprehend the accused.
A celebration of textile heritage, devotion & artisan empowerment
Project Tantavyaa's fashion theatre revived India's eastern textile heritage, showcasing Jamdani, Muslin, and Muga silk in graceful silhouettes, celebrating artisans and cultural traditions.
Plea against NCLT acting president appointment infructuous, says Delhi HC
The Delhi High Court has officially dismissed a petition that was questioning the legitimacy of the acting president's role at the National Company Law Tribunal. This ruling arrives in light of the Central government's recent appointment of Justice Anupinder Singh Grewal, a former judge, to take over as the tribunals president.
SC Notice To Centre On Plea To Establish Revenue Judicial Service For Land Disputes
NEW DELHI, Apr 30: The Supreme Court on Thursday sought response from the Centre and others on a PIL seeking directions to establish a revenue judicial service, and prescribe minimum legal qualification and training module for public servants adjudicating land disputes. A bench of Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi issued notice to the Union of India, Law Commission and others on a plea filed by advocate Ashwini Upadhyay who claimed that non-qualified legal professionals were deciding land [] The post SC Notice To Centre On Plea To Establish Revenue Judicial Service For Land Disputes appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Consider amending law on ending pregnancy of rape survivors: SC to Centre
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Thursday, April 30, took strong exception to a plea by AIIMS seeking to set aside its order allowing a 15-year-old girl to medically terminate her 30-week pregnancy, and asked the Centre to consider amending the law to permit rape survivors to terminate unwanted pregnancies even beyond 20 weeks. The Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Bain Capital sells nearly 1 pc stake in Emcure Pharma for Rs 289 crore
NEW DELHI, Apr 30: Global investment firm Bain Capital has divested nearly a 1 per cent stake in Emcure Pharmaceuticals for over Rs 289 crore through open market transactions, according to the block deal data on the NSE. Following the stake sale, shares of Emcure Pharmaceuticals fell 2.31 per cent to trade at Rs 1,690 apiece on the National Stock Exchange (NSE). US-based Bain Capital, through its affiliate BC Investments IV Ltd, offloaded 18 lakh shares, or a 0.95 per [] The post Bain Capital sells nearly 1 pc stake in Emcure Pharma for Rs 289 crore appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Renault Group India to separate powertrain manufacturing from vehicle production, sales operations
NEW DELHI, Apr 30: French automaker Renault is undertaking a restructuring of the groups operations in India with plans to separate powertrain production from vehicle manufacturing and sales operations, the company said on Thursday. Renault Group India has approached the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) for approval of a proposed structural realignment of its India operations, it said in a statement. It envisages the powertrain manufacturing activity being organised as a dedicated powertrain entity within Renault Group India, while vehicle [] The post Renault Group India to separate powertrain manufacturing from vehicle production, sales operations appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
HUL Q4 profit rises 21 pc to Rs 2,994 cr; sales up 8 pc at Rs 16,172 cr
NEW DELHI, Apr 30: FMCG major Hindustan Unilever Ltd (HUL) on Thursday reported 20.96 per cent rise in March quarter consolidated net profit to Rs 2,994 crore helped by an increase in volume and proceeds from the divestment of stake in Nutritionalab. The company had logged a net profit of Rs 2,475 crore in January-March FY25, according to a regulatory filing from HUL. Revenue from sale of products was up 8.13 per cent at Rs 16,172 crore in March quarter [] The post HUL Q4 profit rises 21 pc to Rs 2,994 cr; sales up 8 pc at Rs 16,172 cr appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Roblox appoints former AWS senior executive Sunil Rao as MD for India
NEW DELHI, Apr 30: Gaming company Roblox has appointed former Amazon Web Services senior executive Sunil Rao as Managing Director for its India arm, the company said on Thursday. Rao will serve as Robloxs senior representative and market lead in the country, overseeing day-to-day execution of Roblox Indias strategy working with local teams and partners, the company said in a statement. Roblox announces the appointment of Sunil Rao as Managing Director, Roblox India. Rao will join Roblox India this May [] The post Roblox appoints former AWS senior executive Sunil Rao as MD for India appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Bajaj Finance shares climb nearly 5 pc post earnings announcement
NEW DELHI, Apr 30: Shares of leading NBFC Bajaj Finance on Thursday climbed nearly 5 per cent after the firm reported a 22 per cent increase in its consolidated profit after tax for the three months ended March 2026. The stock rallied 4.89 per cent to Rs 975.50 on the BSE. At the NSE, it jumped 4.83 per cent to Rs 975. Bajaj Finance on Wednesday reported a 22 per cent increase in its consolidated profit after tax to Rs [] The post Bajaj Finance shares climb nearly 5 pc post earnings announcement appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Cleanliness drive at Mehrauli Archaeological Park brings Delhiites together
On April 26, more than a hundred enthusiastic volunteers came together for the Heritage Cleanliness Project at Mehrauli Archaeological Park. Spearheaded by Inkpot India and the NGO Parvaah, this vibrant initiative blended a community clean-up, a captivating heritage stroll, and live musical performance
LG Sandhu celebrates Samanvay at IPCW
Indraprastha College for Women celebrated Samanvay 2026, marking its centenary legacy and honoring student achievements. The Lieutenant Governor of Delhi, Taranjit Singh Sandhu, addressed the gathering, emphasising women's empowerment and critical thinking
'What the hell is wrong?': Chaos at Mumbai airport due to inordinate SpiceJet flight cancellations
SpiceJet flights from Mumbai experienced significant disruptions, with multiple flights to Bangalore, Delhi, and Ahmedabad facing lengthy delays and cancellations. Passengers endured sleepless nights at the airport due to these issues. This follows a trend of poor on-time performance for SpiceJet, which recorded the lowest OTP among Indian carriers in March.
SC Asks Centre To Consider Amending Law On Terminating Pregnancy Of Rape Survivors
NEW DELHI, Apr 30: The Supreme Court on Thursday took strong exception to a plea by AIIMS seeking to set aside its order allowing a 15-year-old girl to medically terminate her 30-week pregnancy, and asked the Centre to consider amending the law to permit rape survivors to terminate unwanted pregnancies even beyond 20 weeks. The top court said when there is pregnancy due to rape, there should not be a time limit. Law needs to be organic and in sync [] The post SC Asks Centre To Consider Amending Law On Terminating Pregnancy Of Rape Survivors appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
New Delhi: Travis Head credited a collective batting effort and strong partnerships after Sunrisers Hyderabad pulled off a record-breaking chase to defeat Mumbai Indians by six wickets in their recently concluded IPL 2026 clash at the Wankhede Stadium. The Australian power-hitter also acknowledged that the tournament is a tough one to compete in but the team is in a good space. Chasing a daunting 244, SRH produced a fearless batting display led by Head, Abhishek Sharma and Heinrich Klaasen, with the latter finishing unbeaten to seal the highest-ever successful run chase at the venue. Head, who set the tone early with a brisk 76, said contributing to the teams success in a demanding tournament like the IPL was particularly satisfying. Its nice to contribute. Two wins on the road are obviously really important as well. Its not often you win five games in a row in the IPL. So, were in a good space. Its a hard competition to be in. When its your night, its your night. Youre not expected to score runs every game and win games every time. If you can win two or three games in this competition by yourself, you go a long way towards getting seven to eight wins and playing in the Playoffs. Abhi (Abhishek Sharma) has done that a couple of times, Ishan and Klaasen have been incredible, and our bowlers have been good, Travid told JioStar. The chase was built on an explosive opening stand, with Head and Abhishek taking the attack to the Mumbai bowlers during the powerplay and putting the hosts under immediate pressure. Their aggressive approach ensured SRH raced ahead of the required rate despite the steep target. Speaking about his understanding with Abhishek, Head highlighted the youngsters exceptional ability against spin and the clarity in their roles at the top. I know that if spin comes on, I just give him the strike. I probably havent played with a better spin-hitting batter ever. I think hes one of the best Ive ever seen in terms of ball-striking against spin. I know in the Powerplay, we saw again in this game that teams have started to go off pace against us. So, its about getting him on strike and watching him go about his work. He puts teams under immense pressure. Its a great partnership; we dont have to talk too much, the Aussie added. Speaking about his understanding with Abhishek, Head highlighted the youngsters exceptional ability against spin and the clarity in their roles at the top. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Earlier, MI had posted a formidable 243/5, powered by a blazing century from Ryan Rickelton, but it ultimately proved insufficient against SRHs relentless batting display on a high-scoring night at the Wankhede. Article Source: IANS
PM Modi wants to delay caste census; details of exercise still awaited: Congress
New Delhi: Attacking the government over the caste census issue, the Congress on Thursday, April 30, said it is yet to come out with any details of how this enumeration will be done and alleged that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has every intention of delaying the exercise. Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh said Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
3 children drown while bathing in pond at golf course in Delhi
Tragedy struck Dwarka's Sector 24 as three children, aged 8-10, drowned in a golf course pond early Thursday. Police discovered the bodies after a PCR call, with clothes found near the water suggesting they may have been bathing. Investigations are ongoing to identify the victims and their families, with forensic teams collecting evidence.
3 Children, Aged 8 To 10, Drown In Pond At Golf Course In Delhi
Sector 23 police station received a PCR call regarding the incident at 7.07 am, following which a police team rushed to the spot.
Delhi To Boost Homoeopathy, Integrate AYUSH With Mainstream Healthcare: Minister
The minister added that the government is working to open new polyclinics, address staff shortages and expand services, particularly in underserved areas
Indian Haj pilgrims to pay additional Rs 10,000 for air fare
New Delhi , Apr 30: Indian Hajj pilgrims will have to pay an additional 10,000 in view of the rise in aviation turbine fuel (ATF) prices arising from the ongoing crisis in West Asia. The Haj Committee of India has issued a circular notifying all pilgrims of Haj 2026 of an increase in airfare, directing registered pilgrims to deposit the extra amount towards differential airfare by May 15. In its circular the Haj committee of India notified that, in view of extraordinary circumstances arising out of the ongoing crisis in the Middle East the revised airfare for each pilgrim entails an additional amount of USD 100 per pilgrim, irrespective of embarkation point, to be borne by the pilgrims. The decision has been taken in view of pressing requests from airlines for revision of base fare by more than USD 400 on account of the sharp increase in Aviation Turbine Fuel prices due to the prevailing situation in the Middle East after due examination of facts and consultation with stakeholders. All pilgrims of Hajj 2026 are required to deposit 10,000.00 towards differential airfare by May 15. The amount, as specified above, may be deposited either through: E-payment facility available on https://hajcommittee.gov.in or Haj Suvidha App using Credit Card / Debit Card / Net Banking or Specified Pay-in-Slip in any branch of State Bank of India or Union Bank of India in the account of Haj Committee of India using Bank Reference Number available on HCoI website against each Cover number. The unique Bank Reference Number provided to each Cover must be mentioned in the Deposit Receipt. 6. All State/UT Haj Committees are requested to immediately inform the concerned pilgrims and ensure timely deposit of the required amount Ends
Orange Health Labs Hits 180 Cr ARR in FY26 & Posts 65% CAGR Growth for 3 Straight Years
Orange Health Labs reports 138 Cr FY26 Revenue, 65% YoY Growth Bengaluru achieves 20% EBITDA profitability Scaled retail footprint with 75 company-owned collection centers 99%+ on-time sample collections Orange Health Labs today announced strong financial performance for FY26, reporting 138 crore in revenue and exiting the year at a 180 crore ARR, marking a 65% year-on-year growth for both LTM revenue and ARR. With over 3 million orders served to date, the company reinforces its position as Indias fastest diagnostic lab and among the fastest-growing consumer healthcare brands in the country. From left to right: Tarun Bhambra and Dhruv Gupta, Co-founders of Orange Health Labs Headquartered in Bengaluru, the company has scaled its presence across Mumbai, Delhi-NCR, and Hyderabad, building a strong multi-city footprint. Along with fast scaling, the company hit key milestones on profitability as well - it achieved 20% EBITDA profitability in Bengaluru, and became operationally profitable across all cities, underscoring its strong unit economics and a sustainable growth model. Orange Health Labs continued to deepen its consumer promise of speed and reliability, delivering 99%+ on-time sample collection. It also scaled its omnichannel presence, from 15 stores last year to 75+ company-owned collection centres, with almost 50 stores in Bengaluru, bringing its differentiated at-home experience into physical retail. Beyond direct-to-consumer services, the company has built a strong healthcare ecosystem. With 2,000+ clinics onboarded through its proprietary platform, it enables faster diagnosis and better clinical decision-making for doctors. Orange Health Labs is among the top-rated diagnostic brands in the country, with 50,000+ five-star Google reviews, reinforcing consistent consumer experience and growing brand trust. The company also advanced its digital innovation stack with NeO Reports which enables customers to get a quick view of their health parameters, filter, tag and share easily with their family and healthcare providers. Additionally, the company launched Orange Onea first-of-its-kind annual diagnostics plan in India - moving beyond the traditional pay-per-test model to enable proactive, long-term health management. Commenting on this milestone, Dhruv Gupta, Co-founder, Orange Health Labs , said, This year marks a defining inflection point for us. Delivering strong growth across all cities, alongside profitability in our home market, validates the strength of our model. More importantly, it reflects a deep and growing consumer trust in a category that has traditionally lacked it. Our focus has been simplebuild the fastest, most reliable diagnostics experienceand the market is responding to that clarity . Adding to this, Tarun Bhambra, Co-founder, Orange Health Labs , added, We are reimagining diagnostics as a real-time, consumer-first servicewhere speed, accuracy, and transparency are non-negotiable. Operational excellence, like 30-minute sample collection and 6-hour report delivery, is just the starting point. With innovations like NeO Reports and Orange One, we are moving the category from reactive testing to proactive health management at scale . Backed by leading global investors including Y Combinator, Accel, General Catalyst, Bertelsmann India Investments, and Amazon Sambhav Venture Fund, the company has raised a total of $50 million to date. www.orangehealth.in
Three children drown in pond at golf course in Delhi
New Delhi: Three children aged between eight and 10 years drowned in a pond at a golf course in Dwarkas Sector 24 area on Thursday , April 30, morning, police said. Sector 23 police station received a PCR call regarding the incident at 7:07 AM, following which a police team rushed to the spot. Other Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
IPL 2026: The Unsung Speed Merchants - Meet The Throwdown Specialists Supporting Delhi Capitals
Legends League Cricket: Before the Delhi Capitals begin their practice sessions in IPL 2026, three men are already at the stadium and quietly set up the practice nets. In their kit bags, they carry no bats, caps, gloves or pads. What they carry instead are a variety of balls and sidearm throwers with which they make the batters practice relentlessly ahead of every match day. Aniket Berde, Darshan Singh, and Sai Pendum arm themselves with their sidearm throwers and hurl a cricket ball at velocities that would make most first-class bowlers blink. Aniket tops out around 150 kph, while Pendum has clocked 155 kph. They can swing the new ball, reverse the old one, replicate a left-armer's angle, as well as bowl the skiddy deliveries or the toe-crushing yorker in Lasith Malinga or Matheesha Pathirana style from 18 yards. They do it ball after ball until a batter in the middle says enough. They enter before anyone else, leave after their work is done, and spend the hours in between quietly keeping the players' world in motion. The throwdown specialist was barely a whisper in Indian cricket until Raghavendra Dvgi, widely known as Raghu, made the craft visible. Now the Indian team's most celebrated throwdown specialist, Raghus sharp deliveries earned acknowledgement from every Indian batter, from Virat Kohli to Suryakumar Yadav. Apart from Raghu, Dayananda Garani and Nuwan Seneviratne have been salient fixtures in India's support set-up. Word travels fast in Indian cricket's ecosystem in 2013, Aniket was an assistant coach working under Pravin Amre, the former India Test batter who also served as DC's batting coach, when he first encountered the possibilities of being a throwdown specialist. A cricketer from Kalyan, Aniket took to coaching early, and the scale of what he saw Raghu doing altered the course of his career. I was with Ajinkya sir in a practice session, when I saw Raghu give him throwdowns. After that, I asked him how he did it. He told me that you can do it like this or that. In 2013, there was no trend of throwing with a sidearm. Since 2015/16, the trend has increased. I started learning it and then slowly, I started throwing with a sidearm, recalls Aniket in an exclusive conversation with IANS. Within years, Aniket, who previously bowled to the likes of Shreyas Iyer and Robin Uthappa, had not only mastered the sidearm with his right hand, but drawn on his background as an ambidextrous cricketer: bowling and batting right-arm while throwing with his left. After three years with Dubai Capitals in the ILT20, he is now proficient in sending throwdowns with both hands for DC in the IPL, an ability that, in the hyper-specialised ecosystem of T20 franchise cricket, is a genuinely valuable asset. Because I used to throw balls with my left hand, it was also strong. Gradually, I started throwing with my left hand. As I practiced, I was able to send down balls with my left hand. Initially, I used to throw along the line and length. Now, I am able to throw in a normal way, he said. Having someone like Darshan, the senior-most throwdown specialist in DC, has made for a huge learning experience for Aniket. Darshan bhai is like a senior to me, as he has been in DC for 7-8 years. We try to learn as much as we can from him. The camaraderie is good. Darshan bowls to the main batters in the centre, while me and Sai handle the nets besides him. Darshan's journey to being a throwdown specialist began after injury cut short his playing life. He grew up in Ramban district in Jammu and Kashmir, nursing ambitions of playing for India. He played age-group cricket for the state as a pacer until a stress fracture in 2014 took a year or two out of his playing life. The door on playing was effectively closed, but Darshan found another one opening. In 2013, watching a throwdown specialist at work during a Ranji Trophy practice session, something clicked. His first significant break came when he delivered throwdowns to then-India opener and current head coach Gautam Gambhir at the Roshanara Club in New Delhi in 2016. He spent four years with DDCA, had a two-year stint with the J&K team, and in 2018 earned his place in the IPL with DC - a relationship that has endured ever since, including stints with the Dubai Capitals in the ILT20. What strikes Darshan, even now, is how intimate the craft really is. Throwdowns are not generic batting practice - they are bespoke simulations, tailored to each batter's position in the order and the specific problems they are solving. Nissanka and Rahul are openers. So they have a different way of preparation - they would prefer facing good length balls, a little bit of swing with the new ball. They tell us that we have to do this and we deliver balls as per their requirement. Now, Tristan Stubbs is a middle order batter and what we have to do for him is, we have to bowl with the old ball and then deliver yorkers, as they are bowled the most in death overs, he said. The sidearm can replicate a bowler's height and angles - coming from wide of the crease or over the wicket and even generate the scrambled seam reverse swing balls. Darshan, Aniket and Sai switch between these variables with the unhurried expertise of skilled craftsmen who have spent years learning their trade. Yes, we do switch between bowling with an old ball and a new ball. For the red ball games, we send it down with the old ball. We have to get the old ball to reverse. When we are with a Ranji Trophy team, we bowl reverse swing and make them play on the good length balls more, said Darshan. Though at peace with where he is, Darshan dreams quietly of the next step. I do now think that when will our time to be in the Indian team as a side-armer will come through. If something materialises over there in future, then talks can happen for the same. Sai, meanwhile, carries perhaps the most improbable story of being a throwdowns specialist. He grew up in Mahabubnagar district in Telangana, where his father cut trees in forests and his mother worked in others' agricultural fields. He played district-level cricket as an off-spinner, but seeing the politics in Hyderabad cricket convinced him early that the conventional route was closed. He worked odd jobs as a painter and construction foreman until his first encounter with a sidearm came in 2018, through a friend named Ganesh. With zero knowledge of how the tool worked, Ganesh offered Sai a simple piece of advice: go to Hyderabad and bowl with a bigger roboarm, and you will get paid. The connection that changed his trajectory came in 2021 through a message on Instagram to coach Adnan Bafana, who runs his academy in Hyderabad. He had a camp in Hyderabad, and I asked him to inform me if there were any vacancies or requirements, and I even told him that I didn't need a salary. His instant response was, 'Come and join me.' At that time, I didn't even know how to bowl with a side arm. When I went to him, he observed me for a week and told me one thing: 'You have a lot of talent, and you will reach great heights.' He asked me to continue my good work. It is because of that trust and assurance that I am here right now, recalled Sai. The early months were physically brutal. After a month, I started feeling pain in my shoulders. At one time, I thought that I will quit side-arm. He told me that if I start like this, I will get used to it and there will be no problem. After that, I made the players practice. I didn't want money, as I just wanted a chance. I waited for that chance and kept doing this. From Hyderabad, Sai's path took him to the Legends League Cricket with India Capitals - where he was spotted by DC strategist Ruchir Grandhi, head coach Hemang Badani, director of cricket Venugopal Rao, and former India wicketkeeper-batter Wriddhiman Saha. He then travelled with Dubai Capitals before getting attached with DC in the IPL. It is completely player-specific. Whatever shots they want to practice, they tell us, and we facilitate according to their needs - whether it's pace, inswing, cutters, or outswing -everything is done as per the player's requirement, he said. His bowling shoulder, currently carrying a mild tear, is being managed through injections and a targeted strengthening programme. I feel very happy when players perform well, and it gives me great satisfaction knowing that I helped them practice with specific speeds and variations. Since taking up throwdown work, all three have found that the game has begun to reciprocate in varying degrees. Aniket is philosophical about the demands of being a throwdowns specialist in his personal life. My family does get a bit angry because I am married and have a six year old daughter. But they like that I am growing in it as a career. So they keep adjusting for us. They do know that I am doing something good. They feel if you are liking something, you can do it, and I have full support from my family. Darshan speaks about the financial side, where pay scales vary by experience and geography - state associations offer contracts ranging from monthly salaries to tournament-specific deals, while franchise T20 cricket contracts differ widely across leagues and seasons. Our finances are good. We don't lack anything. Everyone has a dream to play for India. If it's not written in someone's destiny, then we have to do something to be around that sport. For Sai, the emotional arithmetic is different - shaped entirely by where he comes from. I have been very passionate about cricket since childhood and always wanted to play. But my mom and dad used to scold me and never really supported me. Still, I was motivated to do something special. Even though I didn't play much, I had a dream to work with well-known cricketers. Now when I am doing what I wanted to do, they still don't understand cricket. I do tell them that I am at this stage, and they are happy for me. For Sai, the emotional arithmetic is different - shaped entirely by where he comes from. I have been very passionate about cricket since childhood and always wanted to play. But my mom and dad used to scold me and never really supported me. Still, I was motivated to do something special. Also Read: Live Cricket Score When DCs batters stride out, honed by 155 kmph throwdowns, the grind of three unsung men finds its echo in every run scored. They are the first to slip in, leave after everyone is done for the day, and remain the invisible hands shaping the sides batting fortunes. Article Source: IANS
