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Addressing a press conference, the CEO said that polling was conducted across 142 Assembly seats in eight districts: Kolkata South, Kolkata North, South 24 Parganas, North 24 Parganas, Howrah, Hooghly, Nadia, and Purba Bardhaman

He stated that Pakistans oil import bill has surged sharply - from around USD 300 million before the conflict to nearly USD 800 million - putting additional pressure on the countrys economy

The Special Investigation Team (SIT) argued that additional custodial interrogation was required to trace the financial aspects of the case and examine possible international links

According to experts, exposure to very loud noise can cause severe stress in birds and animals. In extreme cases, such stress may lead to cardiac arrest, which could explain the deaths reported at the poultry far, an official said

Among districts, Purba Bardhaman reported the highest turnout at 92.46 per cent, followed by Hooghly (90.34 per cent), Nadia (90.28 per cent) and Howrah (89.44 per cent)

With temperatures soaring across parts of the country, park officials have focused on ensuring the comfort and health of wildlife through improved cooling systems and care routines

Russia will hold its Victory Day parade on May 9 marking the 81st anniversary of the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II, but for the first time since 2022, it will not feature military equipment, according to the Russian Defence Ministry

In a clarification, PIB Fact Check stated that no such order has been issued by the Government of India, urging citizens not to fall for misleading information circulating on social media

The highest temperature in the country was recorded at Banda in Uttar Pradesh, where the mercury soared to a scorching 45.6 degrees Celsius, significantly above normal levels

Two people were killed when a twin-engine Diamond DA42 crashed into a hangar while landing at Parafield Airport in Adelaide, South Australia, causing a major fire. The pilot and passenger died in the incident, while multiple others were injured, including one critically

Ashwini Deshmukh, widow of the murdered sarpanch, had contested the election amid expectations of a sympathy wave. However, the electorate opted for Swarupanand Deshmukh, overturning the outcome of the previous election

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee and BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari traded sharp accusations while present at the same polling booth area in Bhabanipur. Both leaders alleged intimidation and rigging, highlighting the high-stakes political battle in the constituency

According to ICRA, elevated global energy costs driven by supply disruptions and geopolitical tensions are also expected to cause large under-recoveries in LPG and higher fertiliser subsidies

Air India has endorsed the hub-and-spoke aviation model promoted by PM Modi, calling it a transformative step for Indias aviation sector. CEO Campbell Wilson said the initiative will strengthen connectivity, improve airport utilisation and enhance Indias global aviation standing

Controller of Examinations Sanyam Bhardwaj said the system is performing better than before and described criticism as far from facts. He confirmed that Class 12 results are expected in the third week of May

Voters queued up from 7 am outside booths in Kolkata, Howrah, Hooghly, Nadia, North and South 24 Parganas and Purba Bardhaman districts, which form Bengal`s electoral and political core. Of the total electorate eligible to vote in this phase, 1.57 crore are women, and 792 are third-gender

Over 17 fire tenders and hydraulic equipment were deployed to control the blaze, which has now been fully contained. Some flats were partially damaged, while others were unoccupied

The British monarch suggested that, had it not been for British intervention in North America, Americans might currently be speaking French. The light-hearted exchange occurred as both leaders affirmed the strength of the special relationship between the UK and the US

Police sources said 24 scans were carried out at a diagnostics centre, including 19 cases in 2024 and five in 2025. At Kushal Diagnostics Centre, seven such scans were reportedly conducted

Meanwhile, a violent clash erupted in the morning near the primary high school in the Hatra Bazaar area of Nadia district between workers of the All India Trinamool Congress and ISF. Several people have been arrested in connection with the incident

The Ganga Expressway passes through 12 districts Meerut, Bulandshahr, Hapur, Amroha, Sambhal, Badaun, Shahjahanpur, Hardoi, Unnao, Raebareli, Pratapgarh and Prayagraj connecting western, central and eastern parts of the state

BJP Nagpur chief Dayashankar Tiwaris WhatsApp account was hacked, with fraudsters seeking money from contacts. In a separate case, a cyber-aware retiree was duped of Rs 2.5 lakh via a fake e-KYC call, highlighting the growing threat of online scams

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor met Iranian Ambassador Mohammad Fathali to discuss prospects for peace and regional stability amid ongoing tensions. The talks focused on diplomacy, negotiations, and Irans stance on future dialogue and cooperation

US Marines boarded a commercial vessel in the Arabian Sea suspecting it was heading to Iran in violation of the Strait of Hormuz blockade. The ship was later cleared and released after inspection confirmed it was not bound for an Iranian port

An Iranian official in India criticised Donald Trumps threats to bomb Irans infrastructure, calling them a violation of international law. He also questioned the UNs silence and warned that Tehran would respond strongly to any aggression

NASAs Artemis II Orion capsule has returned to Kennedy Space Center after a record-breaking crewed lunar flyby. Engineers will now inspect the spacecraft ahead of Artemis III, which aims to test docking systems for future moon landing missions

The post by US Central Command on X included a video showed marines fast-roping from a helicopter onto the vessel, which it said was the Comoros-flagged M/V Blue Star III. It happened in the Arabian Sea, east of the Strait of Hormuz

President Droupadi Murmu`s proposed visit to the Atal Tunnel on April 29 has been cancelled due to inclement weather, according to an official communication from the President`s Secretariat and confirmed by the Kullu district administration

An RTI has revealed that 88 tiger death cases from 202021 remain pending or under scrutiny, raising concerns over accountability within the National Tiger Conservation Authority. Missing forensic reports and key documents have delayed investigations

Maharashtra is battling a severe heatwave with 67 heatstroke deaths reported till April 28, including 12 in a single day. Nandurbar is the worst-hit district. Experts warn of rising risks and urge precautions as temperatures soar across the state

A hydrogen fuel cell-powered submarine drone by Cellula Robotics completed a 1,257-mile underwater mission, operating for 385 hours without surfacing. The Envoy AUV marks a breakthrough in long-endurance autonomous underwater technology

In a 23-day anti-narcotics drive, Pune Police dismantled an interstate drug network linked to Rajasthan, arresting 19 accused and seizing drugs worth Rs 58 lakh. The crackdown targeted key areas and highlighted growing concerns over youth addiction

An event at Sassoon Docks in Colaba showcased Mumbais maritime heritage through art, theatre and film, while highlighting the need for cleanliness and public access. The initiative aims to turn the historic site into a vibrant cultural and tourist destination

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The Trump administration seemed unlikely Tuesday to accept Irans offer to end the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz if the US lifts its blockade on the country

Police in Athens launched a manhunt for an 89-year-old gunman who opened fire at a social security office and later at a court building, injuring at least four people. Authorities are probing the motive behind the coordinated attacks in central Athens

Ukraine claimed it intercepted over 33,000 Russian drones in March, marking a record since the war began. Kyiv also said its long-range drones struck a Russian oil refinery and Black Sea terminal for the third time in under two weeks

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched development projects worth over Rs 4000 crore in Sikkim during its 50th statehood celebrations. He emphasised the Act East, Act Fast vision while highlighting tourism, connectivity and growth in the Northeast

Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu laid the foundation stone for a USD 15 billion Google AI data centre in Visakhapatnam. The mega project is expected to boost Indias digital infrastructure and drive economic growth in the North Andhra region

The Narcotics Control Bureau, with support from international and Indian intelligence agencies, has brought back wanted drug trafficker Mohammed Salim Dola from Turkiye under Operation Global-Hunt. An Interpol Red Notice had been issued against him in March 2024

According to an official statement issued by the partys central office in New Delhi, the BJPs Central Election Committee has approved the names of candidates for the two states

He also attacked the government for allegedly profiteering from low global crude oil prices and said it will now put burden on the public as the prices are rising

According to Trump, Iranian authorities have conveyed their urgency to restore access to the key maritime route while managing domestic political developments. However, there has been no official confirmation from Iran regarding these claims

Bhupendra Patel said the BJP is heading for a clean sweep in Gujarats local body elections, winning over 6,400 of more than 9,900 seats. He credited the victory to support for PM Modis development-focused politics

Superintendent of Police Vivek Syiem said, The accused has been granted bail by the court. However, necessary legal procedures are being followed and the police will continue to pursue the matter as per law

The United Arab Emirates has announced that it will leave the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) effective May 1. The decision, reported by the state-run WAM news agency, reflects the countrys long-term economic and energy strategy

Narendra Modi criticised opposition parties including the Indian National Congress, Samajwadi Party, Trinamool Congress and Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam for allegedly blocking the womens reservation bill in Parliament

The key infrastructure projects include the completion of the Varanasi-Azamgarh Road widening, the opening of critical rail over bridges at Kazzakpura and Kadipur and a sewage treatment plant with a capacity of 55 MLD in Bhagwanpur

According to the Meteorological Department`s latest national weather update, Heatwave conditions are likely to continue over isolated to scattered pockets of Central India on Tuesday

The Supreme Court of India ruled that admissions under the Right to Education Act must be treated as a national mission, and schools cannot deny entry to students allotted by the government.