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Kerala had 883 candidates in the fray on April 9 when, as per the latest updates, 79.7% of the 2.71 crore-strong electorate exercised their franchise
With Nepalese law enforcement agencies pushing for customs duty on Indian goods above 100, people living along the Indo-Nepal border are alarmed over a disruption to their lives. A report on their worry over what will happen next at the so-far open border that divides the two nations, but is also symbolic of centuries-old relationships that has diminished that separation in practice
Kerala will have 140 counting centres across 43 locations; Tight security arrangements have been made across Kerala
Here is a select list of stories to start the day
Both alliances are gung-ho about bagging at least 64 seats, the simple majority mark in the 126-member Assembly
Six counting centres have been set up across the Union Territory; Chief Electoral Officer says elaborate arrangements have been made for counting of votes
Majority of exit poll projections gave an advantage to DMK+. However, Axis My India gave a massive 98-120 seats to TVK
The Election Commission of India has assured all political parties of a triple-layer security at all counting centres with specialised patrols in vulnerable zones; only authorised personnel with QR-coded IDs are permitted entry in the counting venue
In an interview with The Jamaican Gleaner, Mr. Jaishankar also said that both countries must continue to work together to build a deeper and more resilient partnership that works for both our people and contributes to a more just world
Addressing an OBCSammelanin Rupnagar, Haryana CM Nayab Saini said the BJP ensures equal representation
A 3-2 win against Liverpool on Sunday confirmed Uniteds return to European club soccers top competition after a two-year absence
Manas Dhamne put up a spirited fight before losing 6-7(8), 4-6 in a contest that lasted over two hours and hinged on fine margins
We have four matches remaining in the current ISL campaign. I will not be staying on after these four matches. May 31st will be my final day as the coach of East Bengal, Bruzon said
The youngest driver ever to lead the championship, at 19 years old, Kimi Antonelli also became the first to take his first three career wins from the top slot on the grid and also the first in five editions of the race to win in Miami from the front row
The outbreak occurred on the MV Hondius, travelling from Ushuaia in Argentina to Cape Verde
Despite boasting some of the biggest names in Indian cricket, MI has struggled across departments
Sections of the media have been reduced to echoing the ruling establishment, while those who persist in asking questions are targeted relentlessly, says the Congress president while calling for deep introspection by all stakeholders on the occasion of World Press Freedom Day
By encouraging mindfulness and emotional regulation, Yoga equips individuals with the ability to manage stress and respond thoughtfully
The Chief Ministers ambitious drive for investments has given rise to concerns
The Forest Department suspects the deceased trekked the hills alone as no one has approached the staff with complaints of a missing pilgrim
With the high profile debut of actor-politician C. Joseph Vijays Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam in the latest polls, expectations are high about whether the party can breach the Dravidian duopoly or merely dent its margins
BC Dedicated Commission Chairman Rajiv Ranjan Mishra, who has been appointed to ensure political reservations for all communities in accordance to their population, has visited three North Andhra districts
India remains open to a constructive interaction with Nepal on all issues in the bilateral relationship, including on boundary issues through dialogue and diplomacy, the Ministry of External Affairs said
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 cylinder
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) president says Omar Abdullah government remained silent as Siraj-ul-Uloom in Shopian in south Kashmir was closed
The bond between the legendary captain of the franchise and the legion of fans goes beyond trophies and silverwares; the supporters are beginning to get a glimpse of life beyond theglovemanthough they would be keen to celebrate a cameo or two from Captain Cool
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 Singh case
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
I pray that I will not die till I see the revival of Gandhis philosophy again, says National Conference president
When Europe sets carbon rules, India must not remain the price taker
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. Postal ballots will be taken up first, followed by votes recorded in electronic voting machines
Corporate control of AI raises urgent questions about power, accountability and a weakening of democratic safeguards
Nepal reiterates territorial claim to Lipulekh Pass, flags concerns over Kailash Manasarovar Yatra; India says the border pass has been long standing route for the yatra since 1954; it is unclear whether the Foreign Secretary will get to meet Nepal PM during the visit originally slated for May 11-12
India remains open to a constructive interaction with Nepal on all issues in the bilateral relationship, including on boundary issues through dialogue and diplomacy, the Ministry of External Affairs said
They complain of insufficient cooling inside coaches during peak hours;temperature is set at 24 degrees Celsius and duct modification work is under way to improve ventilation: CMRL officials
Online censorship is a threat to the fundamental right to free expression
Just as a group of Congress legislators aspiring to become Ministers are planning to reach Delhi next week to press for Cabinet expansion, the leadership issue in the Congress is unlikely to be settled soon
Decisions to go for abortion must be guided by sound medical advice

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