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West Asia war, rain deficit can hike inflation, drag India's growth: Finmin
India's economy faces significant challenges from the West Asia war and a predicted weak monsoon. These factors threaten to increase inflation and deficits while slowing growth. However, strong domestic demand, policy reserves, and public investment are expected to provide stability.
Nilgiris forest fire totally contained: TN government
Creation of five new districts in Ladakh Area as important as population
Pushp Saraf pushapsaraf@yahoo.com In the late 1990s, the late Ladakh leader P. Namgyal led a delegation from Leh to the then Planning Commission in New Delhi. The mood was tense. A development project sanctioned for their region had been quietly redirected to the Kashmir Valley by the State Government, which exercised near-complete administrative authority over Ladakh as part of the erstwhile Jammu and Kashmir State. The J&K Governments reasoning was not without logic why invest heavily in a sparsely [] The post Creation of five new districts in Ladakh Area as important as population appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Exit polls differ on West Bengal, Tamil Nadu; give Assam to BJP, Kerala to Cong
Exit polls suggest a BJP-led alliance victory in Assam and a UDF win in Kerala, potentially leaving the Left out of power in any state. Puducherry is expected to see the AINRC-BJP combine retain power. Tamil Nadu and West Bengal present a mixed picture, with some polls indicating a tight race in Tamil Nadu and differing predictions for West Bengal.
UN Says Iran Has Executed 21, Arrested Over 4,000 Since War Started
Turk said at least nine people have been executed in connection with protests in January, 10 for alleged membership in opposition groups, and two on espionage charges.
A look back at creation of five new districts in Ladakh
Pramod Jain, Rinchen Dolma Ladakh, a Union Territory in Northern India, was on the cusp of a significant transformation on August 26, 2024, when the Ministry of Home Affairs announced in-principle approval for creation of five new districts in the region namely, Sham, Nubra, Changthang, Zanskar and Drass. This historic move is expected to bring governance closer to people, fostering employment and development in the region. The new districts will not only improve the delivery of public services but also [] The post A look back at creation of five new districts in Ladakh appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Araghchi dials Jaishankar to discuss West Asia situation
Akshaya Patra-inspired initiative highlights challenge of food insecurity among US college students
NEW YORK, Apr 29 : A global food initiative, inspired by the Akshaya Patra Foundation, has highlighted the need to combat the challenge of food insecurity among college students in the US, and called on the Indian-American diaspora to extend their support. The Consulate General of India in New York, in collaboration with the World Food Movement (WFM), hosted a special event titled No One Hungry here on Monday. The World Food Movement, a US-based not-for-profit organisation, had in September [] The post Akshaya Patra-inspired initiative highlights challenge of food insecurity among US college students appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Javid Dar inaugurates Rs 3.5 cr Fruit & Vegetable Processing Unit in Marh
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 29: In a major boost to agricultural infrastructure in Jammu region, Minister for Agriculture Production, Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, Cooperative and Election Department, Javid Ahmad Dar, on Wednesday inaugurated a state-of-the-art Fruit and Vegetable Aggregation, Processing, Grading and Packing Unit at Marh. MLA Marh Surinder Kumar Bhagat, Managing Director JKHPMC, Mohammad Farooq Dar, Director Agriculture Jammu Anil Gupta, Director Animal Husbandry Jammu, Sanjay Gupta, Director Horticulture Jammu, Gul Sayed and Director Sheep Husbandry Jammu, Dr [] The post Javid Dar inaugurates Rs 3.5 cr Fruit & Vegetable Processing Unit in Marh appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Ericsson discusses manufacturing expansion, research investments in India with Scindia
NEW DELHI, Apr 29 : Swedish firm Ericsson on Wednesday discussed its plan to expand manufacturing footprint, research and development investments, and strengthen telecom infrastructure in India with Telecom Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia. Ericsson at present manufactures and exports 5G gears from India. Honble Minister @JM_Scindia ji held a meeting with Mr Andres Vicente, @ericssons Head of Market Area India, South East Asia & Oceania. Discussions focused on expanding Ericssons manufacturing footprint in India, deepening R&D investments and strengthening telecom infrastructure [] The post Ericsson discusses manufacturing expansion, research investments in India with Scindia appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Rickeltons ton in vain as SRH beat MI by 6 wickets
MUMBAI, Apr 29: Ryan Rickeltons whirlwind unbeaten ton was overshadowed by Heinrich Klaasens unbeaten 65 as Sunrisers Hyderabad defeated Mumbai Indians by six wickets in an IPL match here on Wednesday. Chasing an imposing 244-run target, Travis Head (76 off 30) and Abhishek Sharma (45 off 24) shared 129 runs for the opening wicket to set the platform for SRH. Klaasen (65 not out off 30 balls) then displayed his all-round hitting abilities to guide SRH home with the help [] The post Rickeltons ton in vain as SRH beat MI by 6 wickets appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Cabinet meets today; JSDs Cadre Review, SMG Rec Rules on agenda
MS, DyMS, AMSs to be re-designated as Prof, APs *JKAS officers to be promoted, Distts to get 9 DAOs Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, Apr 29: The UT Cabinet will meet here tomorrow for the last time before shifting of Civil Secretariat to Srinagar for next six months with large items on agenda including Cadre Review and Reorganization of Jal Shakti Department, finalization of Recruitment Rules for State Motor Garages, re-designation of Medical Superintendents, Deputy Medical Superintendents and Assistant Medical Superintendents in [] The post Cabinet meets today; JSDs Cadre Review, SMG Rec Rules on agenda appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
NEW DELHI, Apr 29 : Exit polls for the high-stakes Assembly elections across West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Assam, and Puducherry on Wednesday revealed a politically uneven landscape, with West Bengal emerging as the most fiercely contested and unpredictable battleground, even as clearer and more consistent mandates appeared to take shape in the other four states. In West Bengal (294 seats), the high-voltage contest between the Trinamool Congress and the Bharatiya Janata Party has produced sharply divergent projections across agencies, [] The post Exit Polls Show Clear Wins in 4 States, Bengal Defies Consensus with Sharply Split Verdict Projections appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Govt proposes Motor Rules Amendments to expand ethanol, alternative fuel scope
NEW DELHI, Apr 29: The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has proposed amendments to vehicle emission rules to widen the scope for higher ethanol blends and alternative fuels, paving the way for flex-fuel and pure biofuel vehicles across all vehicle categories. The draft changes to the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989 aim to provide for wider use of fuels, such as E85 (a blend of 85 per cent ethanol with petrol) and E100 (which would allow vehicles to run [] The post Govt proposes Motor Rules Amendments to expand ethanol, alternative fuel scope appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
KOLKATA, Apr 29 : West Bengals high-stakes assembly elections ended on Wednesday with a massive voter turnout of 91.66 per cent in the second and final phase, capping one of the most intense electoral contests in the recent years andsetting the stage for a far-reaching verdict on whetherchief minister Mamata Banerjee will continue her dominance or the BJP will break the TMCs hold in the state. With 91.66 per cent at the closing of the voting, and reportedly lakhs of [] The post 2026 WB poll battle: Highest-ever voter turnout of over 92% amidst SIR shadow caps fierce BJP-TMC faceoff appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Moscow intends to further increase military-technical cooperation with New Delhi
MOSCOW, April 29 : Moscow intends to further increase the military-technical cooperation with New Delhi, and it is ready for a joint development and licensed production of weapons, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said in an interview with the Indian information portal Firstpost. Russia intends to continue building up military-technical cooperation with New Delhi. Supplies of military products in a wide range for all branches of the Indian armed forces are carried out at mutually agreed deadlines, Zakharova said. [] The post Moscow intends to further increase military-technical cooperation with New Delhi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
DB seeks ATR on healthcare gaps across J&K
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 29: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has directed the respondent authorities to submit a fresh status report indicating the progress made on the ground in a long-pending Public Interest Litigation (PIL) concerning healthcare gaps and deficiencies across the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp A Division Bench comprising Chief Justice Arun Palli and Justice Rajnesh Oswal passed the direction while hearing connected PILsPIL No. 2/2018, [] The post DB seeks ATR on healthcare gaps across J&K appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
DB puts J&K Sports Bodies under scanner
*Seeks truth on players representation Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 29: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has taken serious note of issues concerning democratic functioning, fairness and compliance with the Sports Code in recognized sports associations across the Union Territory, while hearing a Public Interest Litigation titled Bakhtawar Singh and Others Versus UT of J&K and others. A Division Bench comprising Chief Justice Arun Palli and Justice Rajnesh Oswal was hearing WP(C)PIL No. 7/2025, in which [] The post DB puts J&K Sports Bodies under scanner appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Abandoned Husky found dead, 5 rescued, '30 missing'
Dabholkar murder convict secures bail pending appeal in Bombay HC
Trump Says US Reviewing Possible Reduction Of Its Troops In Germany
President Donald Trump said Wednesday that the United States is considering reducing the number of its troops in Germany, amid a row with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz over the Iran war.
BSF organizes blood donation camp in Mankote Sector
Excelsior Correspondent POONCH, Apr 29: In a commendable humanitarian initiative, the 182 Battalion of Border Security Force (BSF) organized a blood donation camp at its Unit Hospital in Mankote (Uchhad), coinciding with the observance of the 1st anniversary of Operation Sindoor and the ongoing 100-day Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan. The camp, held from 10:30 AM to 2:00 PM at the Battalion Headquarters Uchhad, witnessed enthusiastic participation from BSF personnel as well as local civilians, reflecting a strong spirit of service [] The post BSF organizes blood donation camp in Mankote Sector appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
GIS-Based Master Plan for Ramban, Banihal Towns on the anvil
RAMBAN, Apr 29: The District Administration Ramban is in the process of formulating a GIS-based Master Plan for Ramban and Banihal Townships envisaging planned urban development and sustainable infrastructure growth. The draft for the plan was reviewed at a meeting held today under the directions of Deputy Commissioner Mohammad Alyas Khan. Chief Planning Officer Dr. Shakeeb Ahmed Rather; DFO Anil V. John; CEO Municipal Council Ramban Sudershan Jamwal; Executive Officer Municipal Committee Banihal Ishan, besides revenue officers and officials of [] The post GIS-Based Master Plan for Ramban, Banihal Towns on the anvil appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Delhi HC orders action after obscene content disrupts virtual hearing
The Bench, also comprising Justice Tejas Karia, was conducting routine court proceedings, which were also accessible through the virtual conferencing (VC) facility, when the first disruption took place during the pre-lunch session
Police conduct rapid drug tests on drivers
Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, Apr 29: Police in Kulgam today conducted rapid urine drug abuse tests on drivers plying along the National Highway within district limits as part of a focused drive to ensure road safety and curb substance abuse. The checking drive, officials said, was aimed at identifying drivers operating vehicles under the influence of narcotic or psychotropic substances, which officials said pose a serious threat to public safety and can lead to fatal road accidents. Several drivers were screened [] The post Police conduct rapid drug tests on drivers appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
1006 Armed Police personnel promoted
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 29: The Armed Police Headquarters J&K, Jammu today ordered the promotion of 1006 police personnel. Among the promotees are 413 Assistant Sub-Inspectors (ASIs), who have promoted to the rank of Sub-Inspectors and 593 Head Constables, who have been promoted to the rank of Assistant Sub-Inspectors (ASIs). An official statement said the promotion orders were issued by Armed Police Headquarters J&K, Jammu on the recommendation of the Departmental Promotion Committee. The post 1006 Armed Police personnel promoted appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Raina meets bereaved families, assures support
Excelsior Correspondent RAJOURI Apr 29: Senior BJP leader, Ravinder Raina today met the grieving family members of the victims who tragically lost their lives in a road accident in Kuwait, where six youth from Rajouri and Poonch districts were killed. The family members urged Ravinder Raina to intervene and facilitate the early return of the mortal remains of the deceased to their native places. Expressing deep sorrow over the tragic loss, Raina extended his heartfelt condolences and assured the bereaved [] The post Raina meets bereaved families, assures support appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Two habitual offenders detained under PSA
Excelsior Correspondent DODA, Apr 29: Police here today detained two habitual offenders under the stringent provisions of Public Safety Act (PSA). The first detained person, Mohd Rafiq, son of Mohd Sabir, resident of Sekwan Beoli, Tehsil and District Doda, is a notorious criminal and has a consistent history of involvement in theft and snatching related offences. He has been repeatedly booked in multiple cases registered at Police Station Doda. Despite previous legal action, he continued to engage in unlawful activities, [] The post Two habitual offenders detained under PSA appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
HC seeks report on removal of encroachments from Wular
Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Apr 29: High Court directed the authorities to apprise the court about the progress of Wular lake with regard to removal of encroachments and its allied issues by next date of hearing. The authorities have failed to submit a detailed affidavit in this regard despite various directions passed by the court and the court reprimanded the Wular Conservation Management Authority (WUCMA) to remain silent with regard to compliance of court orders. After hearing the Sr. AAG Mohsin [] The post HC seeks report on removal of encroachments from Wular appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
K K Gandhi mesmerizes audience at National Art Camp in Gulmarg
Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Apr 29: K K Gandhi, one of Indias most prominent master artists, today attended a prestigious five-day national art camp organized at the scenic Gulmarg, in Srinagar. The camp was organized by the North Zone Cultural Centre in collaboration with the JKAACL and was inaugurated by MLA Gulmarg P F Ahmed Shah, along with Brij Mohan Sharma, Principal Secretary JKAACL and Tariq Hussain Naik, CEO of the Gulmarg Development authority, who ensured smooth organization and coordination of [] The post K K Gandhi mesmerizes audience at National Art Camp in Gulmarg appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Flights resume at Jodhpur runway as IAFs Dornier lands after runway upgrade
Microsoft stock price, earnings, investor relations and quarterly cloud revenue growth remained in focus after the company reported Azure growth, AI spending, and Copilot adoption updates. The market reacted after cloud growth matched estimates while rivals reported higher growth. Shares fell more than 2% in extended trading. Investors tracked Msft stock, Microsoft earnings, Microsoft investor relations updates, and Microsoft quarterly cloud revenue growth outlook.
Honeymoon murder: Meghalaya court reserves order on bail plea of key accused
Kushwaha is the alleged boyfriend of Raghuvanshi's wife Sonam, another accused who was granted bail on Tuesday (April 28) by the district and sessions court of Meghalaya's East Khasi district
Ganga Expressway: You will have to shell out Rs 1,800 for a one-way trip by car
Bihar govt removes Sanjay Gandhi's name from Patna zoo, dairy technology institute
Among the other 61 decisions taken was the allocation of 23,165 crore for the 'Mukhyamantri Vidyut Upbhokta Sahayta Yojana', under which power consumers in the State get 125 units of free electricity every month
PM inaugurates Ganga Expressway, says it will be linked to Haridwar
Amazon stock price, earnings, profits and net sales rise after strong first-quarter cloud growth
Amazon stock price, earnings, profits and net sales increased after the company reported higher first-quarter profit and revenue driven by cloud growth, AI investment, partnerships, and delivery expansion. The company gave a strong sales outlook but shares slipped after hours as investors reviewed spending plans and rising tariff and shipping costs across global operations.
Vote-shy Kolkata catches up with Bengal, well, almost
Meta stock price, earnings and capital spending forecast stayed in focus after Meta raised its capital spending outlook and reported strong revenue. Shares fell in extended trading. The company expects higher AI infrastructure spending, steady ad growth, and continued regulatory risk in the US and EU. Meta also plans layoffs and more AI integration across products and workforce operations.
Id much rather have you handle Ukraine': Trump rejects Putin's 'HELP' on Iran nuclear enrichment
Alleged Trump Assassin Took Selfie Moments Before Attack: Prosecutors
The man accused of trying to assassinate President Donald Trump took a selfie in his hotel room moments before bursting through security with a pump-action shotgun, prosecutors said Wednesday.
DRDO, Navy conduct maiden salvo launch of 2 anti-ship missiles from chopper off Odisha coast
Bhowanipore votes, Didi breaks poll-day routine & Suvendu says, 'I like this fear'
A tense election day in Bhowanipore saw Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and rival Suvendu Adhikari narrowly miss each other, highlighting a bitter personal contest. Both leaders traded accusations of intimidation and rigging amidst high voter turnout. Incidents of clashes and alleged assaults by central forces were reported, escalating the political heat.
No target is beyond reach: Sunil Gavaskar on IPL 2026 run-fest
The batting great noted that the trend has continued consistently through the season, with multiple high-scoring chases being completed
Rain washes out second T20 between Bangladesh and New Zealand
Power Employees Seek Retirement Age Extension To 62
The forum recalled that when the state government raised the retirement age from 58 to 60 years in 2017, the benefit had been extended to both government employees and Schedule 9 and 10 staff, including those in the electricity sector.
Google stock price, Alphabet earnings, revenue and profit rise after AI drives quarterly results
Google stock price, Alphabet earnings, revenue and profit moved higher after the company reported strong quarterly results. The company posted $62.6 billion profit and nearly $110 billion revenue. Growth came from AI investments, cloud demand, and partnerships. Shares rose in extended trading. Investors are watching spending, capacity limits, and competition across the cloud and AI market.
Punjab FC defends AIFF Elite Youth League title
Karish Soram opened the scoring in the 69th minute, Vishal Yadav doubled the advantage in the 70th minute and the game was put to bed by a 79th minute strike by Thongram Rishikanta Singh
Army set to hold first-ever multilateral military drill involving 11 countries from May 18 to 31
Three Killed As Bike Rams Lorry In Vizianagaram
According to police, the accident occurred when a speeding motorcycle rammed into the rear of a lorry moving ahead of it.
'Final mission': NZ name star trio for T20 World Cup defence
The 15-strong squad is led by star all-rounder Amelia Kerr and features 10 players who won the title in Dubai in 2024, beating South Africa in the final
Sacred relics of Buddha from National Museum reach Ladakh as Leh marks Buddha Purnima
SSC Advanced Supplementary Exams From June 5
The exams will be conducted daily from 9.30 am to 12.30 pm
Quote of the Day: Fred Korematsu, a Japanese American, defied Executive Order 9066, leading to his arrest and a Supreme Court case that upheld his internment as a military necessity. Decades later, new evidence overturned his conviction, highlighting his courage and the importance of speaking up against injustice.
How 'scalpel' changes to F1 will change the racing at the Miami Grand Prix
Many senior F1 figures are playing down the changes or deny there was a problem in the first place
92.6% turnout in Phase 2 takes Bengal total to record 92.9%
West Bengal witnessed an unprecedented voter turnout of 92.9% across two phases, surpassing previous records and nearing India's highest. This surge, particularly in Kolkata, is attributed to voter roll corrections and enhanced security. Despite a reduced electorate, more votes were cast, with women outvoting men. Officials are investigating complaints of vote tampering.
SRM University-AP Launches AI-Integrated PG Courses
SRMU-AP vice-chancellor Prof. Ch. Satish Kumar said the Easwari School of Liberal Arts (ESLA) had redesigned the programmes for the AI era with emphasis on interdisciplinary learning, research, hands-on training and technology-based applications.
Bitcoin (BTC USD) nears $80,000, mystery billionaire may be driving the surge - who is he?
Bitcoin BTC USD price surge analysis: Bitcoin hovers near recent highs, with billionaire Michael Saylor's firm Strategy a key player in its accumulation. Strategy's Bitcoin purchases have slowed due to funding pressures from its STRC shares, while broader market gains and macro concerns add to Bitcoin's uncertain trend.
ICSE, ISC Results To Be Declared Thursday
Recheck results are expected in the first week of June, while reevaluation results will be declared by late June or early July.
Chien-Shiung Wus quote explains that blindly following old traditions can stop progress. She believed new ideas grow when people question accepted beliefs. As a famous physicist, her work proved old scientific rules wrong. Her message teaches critical thinking, innovation, and courage to challenge tradition for better learning, discovery, and growth in life and science.
Ayush, Prannoy win but India lose 2-3 to China in Thomas Cup Finals
Prannoy then rallied from a game down to beat Lu Guang Zu 20-22, 21-19, 21-11 in the third singles to reduce the margin of the defeat
Why are oil prices up today while natural gas futures continue to drop now? Oil prices moved near levels last seen in 2022 as geopolitical tensions and supply risks lifted Brent crude. At the same time, natural gas futures fell due to high storage and weaker demand forecasts. Stock markets dipped while bond yields rose. This report explains market moves, Federal Reserve signals, energy supply data, and what investors may consider next.
The company is scaling up its existing Sri City facility from 100 acres to 200 acres, said Sanjay Goyal, senior vice president, Daikin Airconditioning India.
I Literally Was A Fool: Elon Musk Grilled In OpenAI Trial
Elon Musk faced fiery questioning Wednesday in his court showdown with OpenAI, as he insisted that the maker of ChatGPT had fooled him by turning what was an altruistic pursuit into a profit-making juggernaut.
The war on Iran and the Gulfs shattered illusions
The war has rattled the Gulf, shattering the illusion of stability and economic resilience
South Asian power balance shifts toward Pakistan
Pakistans recent diplomatic momentum appears to have blunted Indias strategy, raising broader questions about the regional balance of power in South Asia
15 labourers die as van overturns in Madhya Pradeshs Dhar
Six women and two children are among the deceased and four of the injured are in critical condition, police say
Why digital vigilantism is not the problem
Social media is being used to crowd source retributive action, wherein exposure offers accountability due to institutional inaction
Compounding gains: On the India-New Zealand FTA
The New Zealand Free Trade Agreement builds on seven recent FTAs
Mild Tremor Jolts Odishas Kalahandi; No Damage Reported
Tremors were experienced in several parts of Kalahandi, including Bhawanipatna, Junagarh, Kesinga, Dharamgarh, Jaipatna, Narla and M. Rampur. Residents reported feeling a noticeable shake lasting a few seconds.
Inter-State Training for Delhi Prisons Staff Begins at SICA
The training initiative reflects inter-state collaboration in correctional administration. A total of 381 personnel from Delhi Prisons have been nominated for training during 2026 in a phased manner.
Cart before horse: On India and vehicle-to-vehicle communication technology
Roads need upgrade before tech solutions can reduce accidents
Consensual love affair, not rape: J&K HC acquits man, sets aside 8-year sentence
The J&K and Ladakh High Court acquitted a man in a rape case, observing that the relationship between the accused and the survivor was a consensual love affair and that the prosecution failed to prove she was a minor.
12 labourers killed, 20 injured as van overturns, crashes into SUV in Madhya Pradesh's Dhar
Six Schools Report Zero Success in SSC Exam
All six schools with zero results belonged to privately run schools.
Telugu Desam to Seek a Bigger Mandate in Local Body Polls: Naidu
People voted for this alliance to rebuild Andhra Pradesh. In the next elections, we must secure more votes than we did in 2024. Only then can we claim we have performed well. Our vote bank should continue to grow, Naidu asserted.
Nitesh Rane sentenced to one month in jail for insulting NHA engineer
Judge Deshmukh stated that lawmakers must not take the law into their own hands
Modi: Bengal Voted Without Fear for First Time
PM launches Ganga Expressway, targets SPs anti-women mindset
Direct air connectivity to Runion Island restored
Thackeray Opts Out Of Council Polls, Congress May Challenge Shiv Sena (UBT) Candidate
Aaditya Thackeray, announcing Mr. Danves candidature, said the decision was taken by Uddhav Thackeray, whose term in the Legislative Council ends on May 12.
Heavy rain leaves a trail of widespread damage in Bengaluru
Heavy rain, thunderstorms, and hailstorms brought much-needed relief from the searing heat, but also left a trail of widespread damage, exposing how unprepared the city has been for the monsoon this year too
No Paper, No X-ray Films Leave Jagtial Hospital Patients in Distress
For many families who depend on the government hospital because they cannot afford private treatment, the additional expense has become a heavy burden.
Students welcome NEET crash course, want it to be held throughout the year
It was introduced for students of government and government-aided schools in 2017. They say a year-long course will be more beneficial as it will help them practise concept-based questions
Youth who fled Karur after murder held in city
City hospital performs valve and pacemaker implantation without open-heart surgery
The leadless pacemaker corrects the hearts rhythm, preventing episodes such as fainting caused by slow or irregular heartbeats
Commuters upset over lack of shelter at bus stops in Madhya Kailash junction
Tirumala Express Extended Up To Guntakal
The Tirumala Express (Train Nos. 18521/18522), which currently operates between Kadapa and Visakhapatnam, will now run between Guntakal and Visakhapatnam as per its regular schedule
Coimbatore airport sees 5.2% rise in passenger traffic
Bengaluru rain: Commuters stranded as thousands struggle to find a way back home
The sudden downpour triggered a sharp surge in metro ridership, with many commuters opting for the metro over road transport.
Quarry shutdown threat looms despite laterite stone price revision in Kerala
