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West Bengal Election Counting to Be Transparent and Secure, Says Chief Electoral Officer

Kolkata, May 4: Ahead of the assembly election results in West Bengal, Chief Electoral Officer Manoj Kumar Agarwal provided detailed preparations

Major Reshuffle In Cyberabad: 65 SHOs Transferred To Boost Law And Order

The move signalled the beginning of broader changes expected across the state police system

Rahul Gandhi Faces Criticism from Acharya Pramod Krishnam

Rudrapur, May 4: Acharya Pramod Krishnam has launched a sharp attack on Rahul Gandhi, the leader of the opposition in the Lok Sabha. He stated th

BJP Demands Special Assembly Session for Nari Shakti Vandan in Jharkhand

Ranchi, May 4: The Leader of Opposition in the Jharkhand Assembly, Babulal Marandi, along with BJP state president Aditya Sahu, has written to Ch

Quote of the day by Taylor Swift: 'When you read a short story or you read something that takes your...' motivating lessons on reading and how it shapes our thinking, imagination and curiosity by Grammy-winning singer of Bad Blood and White Horse

Quote of the day by Taylor Swift: She emphasizes on the profound impact of reading, highlighting its ability to expand thoughts and foster imagin

Three die on Atlantic cruise ship from suspected hantavirus: WHO

The outbreak occurred on the MV Hondius, travelling from Ushuaia in Argentina to Cape Verde

3 Die On Atlantic Cruise Ship From Suspected Hantavirus: WHO

Three people have died on a cruise ship in the Atlantic, the WHO said Sunday, one a confirmed case of hantavirus -- an illness usually transmitte

I am one of Brij Bhushan's six victims, reveals wrestler Vinesh Phogat

Wrestler Vinesh Phogat revealed she is one of six accusers of former WFI chief Brij Bhushan Singh. Her return to competition in his stronghold, G

India-Cambodia Joint Military Exercise Sinbax-II 2026 Kicks Off

New Delhi, May 4: The Ministry of Defense announced on Sunday that the second edition of the joint military exercise, Sinbax-II 2026, between Ind

Dalit women workers raise voice against exploitation, bribery

We were supposed to celebrate: kin recount loss in Shahdara fire

Friends, relatives mourn deaths, including that of a toddler who was to attend a birthday celebration; electronic locks shut down on third floor,

AAP stages stir in Delhi over Bihar youths murder

IPL 2026: MI meets LSG in a do-or-die encounter

Despite boasting some of the biggest names in Indian cricket, MI has struggled across departments

Received no information on FIRs: Sandeep Pathak

Pranahita Revival Tops Cabinet Meet Agenda

Tummidihatti, Rs.6K Cr dues up for discussion

Independent journalism punished, compliance rewarded under current regime, says Kharge

Sections of the media have been reduced to echoing the ruling establishment, while those who persist in asking questions are targeted relentlessl

India Reiterates Stance on Lipulekh Route, Emphasizes Dialogue for Border Issues

New Delhi, May 4: Following comments from Nepals Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Indian Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal clarified Indias posit

Quote of the day by Whitney Wolfe Herd: 'If you truly want to find a meaningful relationship, you've got to find yourself first and learn to be...' - inspiring advice on self-love, redefining modern relationships and self-discovery by Bumble founder and CEO

Quote of the day by Whitney Wolfe Herd: The Bumble CEO emphasizes that meaningful relationships stem from self-understanding and confidence, urgi

Betting Markets Back BJP in Bengal, DMK in Tamil Nadu

Phalodis influential bookies and offshore platforms drawing heavy bets from Hyderabad were pricing West Bengal as the closest fight among the f

Hyderabad Metro Rail Takeover Clears Path for Expansion

Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has directed HMR officials to visit Delhi next week to meet officials of the Union urban affairs ministry and sub

Completion of 33 Crest Gates at Tungabhadra Dam Nears, Inauguration Set for May 15: D.K. Shivakumar

Bengaluru, May 4: Karnatakas Deputy Chief Minister and Minister of Irrigation, D.K. Shivakumar, announced on Sunday that the replacement of 33 cr

Fifty years ago | Big haul from pawnbrokers banker

70-Year-Old Arrested for Rape and Murder of Minor Granddaughter in Tripura

Agartala, May 4: A 70-year-old man has been arrested in Tripura for allegedly raping and murdering his minor granddaughter. Authorities reported

Counting Today; Focus On Maiden Entry Of Whistle

Process to start with postal votes counting at 8 am in all 234 seats

A countdown to International Day of Yoga

By encouraging mindfulness and emotional regulation, Yoga equips individuals with the ability to manage stress and respond thoughtfully

Filmmaker Vinod Rajendra Releases Cinema Consciousness

Moving away from conventional narratives centred on fame and commercial success, the book explores cinema as a lived experience that shapes perce

National Education Policy 2020: A Catalyst for Odishas Development Goals

Bhubaneswar, May 4: Odishas Governor, Hari Babu Kambhampati, stated on Sunday that the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 is a transformative r

VMRDA Unveils Rs.2.5 Crore Trishul Project at Kailasagiri

VMRDA officials said the trident is expected to emerge as a major tourist draw and a prominent cultural symbol for the city.

Delhi plans fixed timeline for traffic challans

Passenger Held After Opening Emergency Exit on Taxiing Flight at Chennai Airport

Officials said the passenger is being questioned and his mental condition is under assessment.

Naidus industrial push for Andhra Pradesh

The Chief Ministers ambitious drive for investments has given rise to concerns

Man found dead inVelliangiriHills inCoimbatoredistrict

The Forest Department suspects the deceased trekked the hills alone as no one has approached the staff with complaints of a missing pilgrim

Electoral debuts in Tamil Nadus past Assembly elections tell a mixed story of breakthroughs, missed chances

With the high profile debut of actor-politician C. Joseph Vijays Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam in the latest polls, expectations are high about whethe

NEET-UG 2026 Held Smoothly; Students Find Paper Easier, Physics Tough

Students in Hyderabad found the paper easier compared to last year, though opinions varied across sections.

BC communities hopeful of political reservations in local body elections

BC Dedicated Commission Chairman Rajiv Ranjan Mishra, who has been appointed to ensure political reservations for all communities in accordance t

BJP Demands Special Session in Jharkhand Assembly for Nari Shakti Vandan Act

Ranchi, May 4: In a significant move, Babulal Marandi, the Leader of the Opposition in the Jharkhand Assembly, along with BJP state president Adi

India rejects Nepals objection to Kailash Manasarovar Yatra via Lipulekh Pass

India remains open to a constructive interaction with Nepal on all issues in the bilateral relationship, including on boundary issues through dia

High cost of five kg FTL cylinders keeps new consumers away

Consumers say a new five kg FTL connection costs 1,760, which is very high, and the cylinder will not last for 41 days unlike the regular cylinde

BJP Blitz vs Mamata Banerjee's Canny Politics: Bengal Results Today

The BJP's battle for Bengal, which had a quiet beginning in 2016, has accelerated over the years. From 3 seats and 10 per cent vote share in 2016

Ahead of counting of votes, officials inspect three centres in city

Ophthalmology experts convene for one-day conference

70-Year-Old Man Arrested for Alleged Rape and Murder of Minor Granddaughter in Tripura

Agartala, May 4: Authorities reported on Sunday that a 70-year-old man has been arrested in Tripura for allegedly raping and murdering his minor

Chinese proverb of the day: 'Dont let an opportunity slip, it wont...' - motivational lessons on opportunity, timing, decision-making and why you must act before its too late

Chinese proverb of the day: Opportunities, often subtle and fleeting, require awareness and decisive action to be seized. The proverb Dont let an

5-Year-Old Killed In Delhi After 'Chinese Manjha' Slits His Throat

A five-year-old boy died after his neck was slit by banned 'Chinese manjha' while travelling with his family on a motorcycle in northeast Delhi's

Dhoni reality check what the Super Kings faithful dreaded

The bond between the legendary captain of the franchise and the legion of fans goes beyond trophies and silverwares; the supporters are beginning

Tamil Nadu | UPSC to shortlist DGP candidates on May 11

The new DGP/HoPF will have a minimum tenure of two years irrespective of date of superannuation, as per Supreme Court guidelines in the Prakash S

AP Reels Under Heat, Braces for Storms

Winds up to 60 kmph are likely over North Coastal Andhra Pradesh and Yanam, while speeds of up to 40 kmph are expected in Rayalaseema.

MSME apprenticeships set for boost as India drafts roadmap

India is embarking on an innovative strategy to enhance apprenticeship programs tailored for micro, small, and medium enterprises. Focused reform

Women make up over 80% of the additional voters in 2026 T.N. Assembly polls

Of about 25.3 lakh more votes polled this time than in 2021, around 20.8 lakh came from women, the highest in the last four Assembly elections

Kashmir will never be Pakistani and we will never become Pakistan, says Farooq Abdullah

I pray that I will not die till I see the revival of Gandhis philosophy again, says National Conference president

Keeping Indias carbon money at home

When Europe sets carbon rules, India must not remain the price taker

Counting Of Votes For Bypolls In 7 Seats Across 5 States Today

Election results: Votes in these seats were cast on April 9 and April 23, along with the first and second phases of the assembly elections.

Police trying to shield accused, alleges Nithin Rajs father

HMWSSB Refuses 150 Water Tanker Supply for Underwater Sequence of Varanasi

The filmmakers said they had constructed a pond at the studio to shoot certain underwater sequences and applied for the water tankers. They sough

Counting of votes to be held at three centres in Ernakulam

Strong rooms will be opened at 6:30 a.m. in the presence of candidates or their authorised representatives, and counting will begin at 8 a.m. Pos

Soccer: Arsenal are keeping alive the dream, says Mikel Arteta after Fulham win

Arsenal rediscovered their attacking verve as they blew away Fulham with a first-half masterclass, with fit-again Bukayo Saka on song and summer

Election Results from Bengal, Kerala, Assam, Tamil Nadu, and Puducherry Expected Soon

New Delhi, May 4: The initial trends of the assembly election results from four states and one union territory will be revealed in just a few hou

Tenant Farmer Killed in Lightning As Unseasonal Rain Lashes Godavari Districts

Crops damaged; power supply hit, trees uprooted

New Executive Body Elected for Nims Allied Health Professionals Union

Union members expressed confidence that the new executive body will work towards the development of the union and the welfare of its members.

AI and a gathering storm of unchecked power

Corporate control of AI raises urgent questions about power, accountability and a weakening of democratic safeguards

Gold Shop Robbery Gang Will be Busted Soon: Karimnagar CP

Police announces Rs 1 lakh bounty on gang

Ahead of Misris expected Nepal visit, Kathmandu expresses concern to India, China on Kailash yatra over Lipulekh

Nepal reiterates territorial claim to Lipulekh Pass, flags concerns over Kailash Manasarovar Yatra; India says the border pass has been long stan

J&K LG Manoj Sinha leads anti-drug rally in Srinagar, vows to end menace

Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha led a public anti-drug rally in Srinagars Lal Chowk on Sunday, reaffirming the administrations drive to eliminate

9 TMC Workers Skip NIA Summons in Malda

Agency probing judicial officers hostage case; party questions timing ahead of vote counting

JDUs Nishant Kumar embarks on his first political yatra in Bihar

Nishant Kumar, son of former Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, has begun his first political outreach drive in Bihar with a Sadbhav Yatra from P

Andhra CM Not Giving Time for Navali Project Talks: DK Shivakumar

Karnataka DCM flags delay in discussions on balancing reservoir and silt removal at Tungabhadra

Assam Polls: BJP hat-trick or Congress comeback?

Assam's political future will be decided Monday. Counting for the assembly elections begins across 40 centres. EVMs hold the fate of 722 candidat

Nizams Kin Backs Kohinoor Return From UK

Zohran Mamdani move sparks fresh push for diamonds return

Aspirants find NEET moderately difficult, lengthy; physics paper tough

India rejects Nepals objection to Kailash Mansarovar Yatra via Lipulekh Pass

India remains open to a constructive interaction with Nepal on all issues in the bilateral relationship, including on boundary issues through dia

Kerala Polls: Explosives seized in CM Vijayan's constituency

Police found explosive materials including country-made bombs and gunpowder in Dharmadam. This constituency is represented by Chief Minister Pina

Inauguration of New Crest Gates at Tungabhadra Dam on May 15: DK Shivakumar

33 gates nearly complete; project worth 54 crore to benefit 7.5 lakh farmers across four districts

Sinner Claims Fifth Consecutive Masters 1000 Title by Defeating Zverev at Madrid Open

Madrid, May 4: World number one Jannik Sinner triumphed over Alexander Zverev to secure the mens singles title at the Mutua Madrid Open. This vic

Metro Rail commuters flag sultry rides, want better air-conditioning

They complain of insufficient cooling inside coaches during peak hours;temperature is set at 24 degrees Celsius and duct modification work is und

Tamil Nadu Polls: Dravidian drive, Vijay rath or mix & match?

Tamil Nadu awaits election results. A triangular contest is unfolding between DMK, AIADMK, and TVK. All eyes are on who will become the next chie

Rallies, candlelight vigils mark 3rd snniversary of conflict in Manipur

On the third anniversary of the ethnic strife between the Meitei and Kuki communities in Manipur, a somber atmosphere prevailed. Communities held

Tackling takedowns: On the government and online censorship

Online censorship is a threat to the fundamental right to free expression

India to host 4th India-Africa Forum Summit after a decade, focus on strategic partnership, investment and innovation across Africa

India is hosting its fourth Africa summit this month. The event will focus on India's partnership with Africa. High-level meetings and business d

Battle of Phools: Jora vs Kamal in West Bengal Assembly polls

West Bengal awaits election results. Both Trinamool Congress and BJP are confident of victory. Parties have briefed their counting agents to stay

Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor reaches criticality, boosts Indias nuclear programme: Dr SC Chetal

A key figure in Indias fast breeder nuclear programme has highlighted the significance of the Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR) achieving cri

Karnataka leadership talks in Delhi unlikely in next few weeks

Just as a group of Congress legislators aspiring to become Ministers are planning to reach Delhi next week to press for Cabinet expansion, the le

Puducherry election results 2026: NDA vs INDIA bloc; bypoll results in 8 seats across states awaited

Vote counting is happening today for the Puducherry assembly elections. The NDA faces the INDIA bloc in a close contest. Bypolls results are also

Doctors decide: On legal abortion

Decisions to go for abortion must be guided by sound medical advice

Rayaraddi urges for Mallikarjun Kharge as Karnataka Chief Minister if Siddaramaiah is to be replaced

Bomb blast near Imphal airport; no casualty

An explosion rocked the area near Imphal Airport on Sunday, marking the third anniversary of a significant ethnic conflict. Fortunately, no one w

Russia backs India amid BRICS West Asia rift talks; Sergey Lavrov to visit Delhi, meet Jaishankar

Russia backs India's BRICS leadership and its proposed agenda. This support is crucial as India navigates disagreements within BRICS regarding th

Results of bypolls to two Assembly seats in Karnataka on May 4

Amid rumblings in the Muslim voter base, the Congress government just weeks short of turning three years is hoping to retain both Davangere Sou

Jaya Prada Visits Kamakhya Temple, Seeks Blessings for Prosperity

Mumbai, May 3: Actress Jaya Prada visited the renowned Kamakhya Temple in Guwahati, Assam, on Sunday to seek blessings. She shared several pictur

Hours Before Bengal Counting, Poll Body Clarification On VVPAT Slips Recovery

Several VVPAT slips, which ensure that a voter's vote has been registered in the voting machine, were found in a roadside drain at Madhyamgram in

IPL 2026: Sudharsan, Washington Help GT Beat Punjab Kings By 4 Wickets

Opener Sai Sudharsan compiled a 41-ball 57 as Gujarat Titans defeated table-toppers Punjab Kings by four wickets