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Womens reservation bill defeated in Lok Sabha

Government fails to secure the two-third majority required to pass the law

17 Apr 2026 10:01 pm
Delhi CM flags scrappage; fitness at core of 4,000-cr EV policy push

CM Rekha Gupta calls for dealers to aid clean mobility push as draft policy mandates electric two- and three-wheelers from 2027-28 and links incentives to old vehicle scrapping

17 Apr 2026 9:43 pm
Telangana plans to set up EV charging stations in PPP mode across State

This dashboard wouldserve as a key tool for planning, monitoring progress and transparency in the establishment of EV centres, Rao added.

17 Apr 2026 8:06 pm
Andhra Pradesh secures 40,887 crore for developing Amaravati, eyes additional funding

There is no shortage of funds, but the Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority still needs to secure about 43,000 crore

17 Apr 2026 8:04 pm
National Human Rights Commission calls for action taken report on TCS Nashik case

The human rights body asked for the report within seven days with details like the names of the accused in the registered FIRs

17 Apr 2026 8:03 pm
A vote for Udhayanidhi is a vote for Tamil Nadu, says Kamal Haasan

When it comes to Tamil Nadus sports ecosystem, one only thinks of Udhayanidhi, and it is our responsibility to make him win, he told supporters

17 Apr 2026 7:34 pm
17 Apr 2026 6:20 pm
Zen Tech gets licence for manufacturing cannons

The licence, under the Arms Act, 1959, authorises the Company to manufacture 12.7mm, 23mm, 30mm, and 40mm cannons, Zen Technologies said in a statement to media on Friday.

17 Apr 2026 6:15 pm
Army leadership pushes indigenous production amid supply chain disruptions

The high-level gathering featured detailed deliberations on the evolving geopolitical landscape and emerging global, regional and internal security challenges

17 Apr 2026 5:08 pm
How can govt move amendments to women law before notifying principal Act: Oppn in LS

Opposition members seek clarification from law minister Arjun Ram Meghwal in Lok Sabha

17 Apr 2026 2:18 pm
Bengal phase I polls: 23% candidates face criminal cases; 21% are crorepatis

Among major parties, the highest proportion of candidates with criminal cases was found in the BJP, in which 106 out of 152 candidates (70%) have declared such cases

17 Apr 2026 9:45 am
GRAP-1 curbs imposed in Delhi-NCR as air quality slips into 'poor'

The AQI of Delhi has been showing an increasing trend owing to unfavourable meteorological conditions and recorded as 226 (Poor Category) today

17 Apr 2026 9:30 am
Supreme Court upholds detention of actor Ranya Rao in gold smuggling case

The case involves the seizure of over 14 kg of gold at Bengaluru airport and has drawn significant public attention

16 Apr 2026 7:55 pm
In 2025, the apex court said delimitation in breach of constitutional freeze may destabilise the uniform electoral framework

The court was dealing with a plea in the K. Purushottam Reddy case for conduct of delimitation and re-adjustment of Legislative Assembly seats in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana

16 Apr 2026 7:32 pm
Hyderabad Metro Rail takeover: Telangana govt likely to extend April 30 deadline

Government yet to finalise financial arrangements to complete the deal, say sources

16 Apr 2026 6:34 pm
PM Modi pushes for consensus on womens quota, flags political consequences

Highlighting growing political awareness among women, he urged unanimous support, cautioning that resistance could have long-term political consequences

16 Apr 2026 4:33 pm
Women stage protest march in Nashik condemning TCS sexual assault case

TCS gave employees the alternative to work from home following reports of sloganeering outside TCS office

16 Apr 2026 3:47 pm
RS chairman hails TN nuclear reactor's milestone moment, places scientists' contribution on record

The chairman said that the achievement advances India into the second stage of its three-stage nuclear programme, which uses plutonium in fast breeder reactors to generate more fuel than it consume

16 Apr 2026 2:42 pm
13% of households have no in-house toilet facilities: Telangana caste survey

18.8% of SCs and a very high 32.5% of STs reported no toilet facilities, exposing health and sanitation risks

16 Apr 2026 2:07 pm
Udhayanidhi, DMK candidates clad in black shirts, burn copy of Delimitation Bill in protest

Tamil Nadu will not remain a mute spectator to the central government's attempt to strip away our rights, says Udhayanidhi

16 Apr 2026 2:04 pm
IMD issues intense heatwave warning for several parts of Maharashtra

Hot and humid conditions likely in central Maharashtra, Marathwada, Vidarbha and Konkan over next few days

16 Apr 2026 12:51 pm
PIL against sale of liquor in tetra packs in UP; SC asks petitioner to approach authorities

Uttar Pradesh recently approved the new excise policy with several key changes, including the introduction of an e-lottery system for allocation of liquor and 'bhang' (cannabis) shops

16 Apr 2026 12:42 pm
Delimitation provisions in women's reservation amendment bill 'attack on democracy': Kerala opposition

The amendments also seek to increase the number of Lok Sabha seats to 850 from the current 543 to operationalise the womens reservation law before the 2029 parliamentary polls, following a delimitation exercise to be carried out based on the last published census

16 Apr 2026 12:38 pm
Mumbai mad for luxury cars, No. 7 globally, only Asian city in top 10: Stratstone

Study shows citys digital interest in premium brands outpacing actual ownership in Indias financial capital

16 Apr 2026 10:58 am
Iran war oil shock as disruptive as Covid

The government is now drawing on its Covid playbook to cushion businesses and consumers hit by gas shortages and soaring oil bills

16 Apr 2026 8:51 am
Lucknow plant to make mobility more sustainable: Tata Motors

The countrys largest commercial vehicle manufacturer, has marked a milestone with the rollout of the 10th-lakh commercial vehicle from its Lucknow facility, commemorating more than three-and-a-half decades of its presence in UP, the company said

15 Apr 2026 7:37 pm
Nara Lokesh appointed TDP national working president in major reshuffle

The party also announced new national and state committees, emphasising social justice, regional balance, and increased womens representation as it prepares for future electoral challenges

15 Apr 2026 6:15 pm
ED raids AAP MP Ashok Mittal, who replaced Chadha as RS deputy leader, in FEMA case

Searches at 10 locations, includes premises of Pagwara-based Lovely Professional University (LPU) , and two linked educational institutions -- Tetr College of Business and Masters Union College of Business -- located in Gurugram

15 Apr 2026 6:11 pm
Sumeet SSG partners Spencer India to modernise 1,756 ambulances

The ambulances will also be fitted with patented rescue and evacuation systems, oxygen delivery units for critical care, and PPE kits designed for rapid and safe emergency response.

15 Apr 2026 4:58 pm
INDIA bloc must plan response to Constitution Amendment Bill together: J-K CM

they can say that delimitation will benefit us. However, under that delimitation, attempts were made to benefit a single party or its supporters, says Omar Abdullah

15 Apr 2026 2:37 pm
Delimitation: Stalin announces state-wide black flag protest on Thursday, says Centre will pay 'heavy price'

DMK reaching out to MPs across states to devise a coordinated strategy to counter to this grave danger, he said

15 Apr 2026 2:06 pm
Nitish Kumar era ends in Bihar, BJP's Samrat Chaudhary sworn in as Chief Minister

Samrat Chaudhary is the first BJP Chief Minister of Bihar, following the resignation of Nitish Kumar

15 Apr 2026 11:50 am
Mayawati bats for sub-quota for SC, ST, OBC women within 33% reservation

Parliament has moved forward on providing reservation to women in legislatures, no obstacles should be created in its implementation, says Mayawati

15 Apr 2026 11:39 am
Delimitation will trigger massive agitation in South if it leads to injustice: KTR warns

BRS leader reiterates unchanged party stand; comes as government eyes 850 Lok Sabha seats and womens quota bill from 2029

15 Apr 2026 11:29 am
Delimitation: TN Chief Minister Stalin convenes emergency meeting of DMK MPs

Meeting, to be held via video conference, would decide the party line to be followed in Parliament on delimitation

15 Apr 2026 10:50 am
Boiler blast at Vedanta plant in Chhattisgarh kills nine, injures 15

The injured were taken to a hospital in Raigarh, while authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.

14 Apr 2026 7:51 pm
Delhi EV policy draft gets mixed reactions from industry

SIAM favours creating a more enabling environment and less of mandates

14 Apr 2026 7:37 pm
Samrat Chaudhary to take over as BJPs first Bihar CM, ending Nitish Kumar era

Chaudhary, the newly-elected leader of the NDA Legislative party in Bihar, will take over as Bihar Chief Minister on Wednesday

14 Apr 2026 7:26 pm
Samrat Choudhary set to become Bihars first BJP chief minister

The development follows Nitish Kumars resignation earlier in the day after becoming a Rajya Sabha MP

14 Apr 2026 6:35 pm
Andhra Pradesh launches Indias first quantum reference facility in Amaravati

The initiative aims to build a sovereign quantum ecosystem, boost indigenous manufacturing, and position Amaravati as a global hub for quantum technologies

14 Apr 2026 5:58 pm
Kerala heatwave alert: CM warns of rising temperatures, issues safety advisory

The State Disaster Management Authority has issued a detailed advisory outlining precautions against heat-related illnesses, fire risks, and UV exposure.

14 Apr 2026 5:36 pm
HCG to add 1,000 beds over five years as cancer care demand rises

The company is focusing on Tier-II cities while also exploring mergers and acquisitions to drive growth

14 Apr 2026 5:00 pm
Stalin cautions BJP over statewide agitation against delimitation move

Ahead of a special Parliament session on April 16, he accused the Centre of attempting to push a Constitutional amendment without consultation and during ongoing elections

14 Apr 2026 4:54 pm
Wonderla launches Terrea resort in Bengaluru, expands hospitality push

Backed by an 18 crore revamp, the resort offers experience-led stays with nature-inspired themes

14 Apr 2026 4:48 pm
AP is building deep-tech ecosystem, says CM Naidu

Indias first open access Quantum Reference facilities opened in Amaravati Quantum Valley

14 Apr 2026 4:47 pm
Nitish recommends cabinet dissolution before meeting Guv to resign as Bihar CM

Nitish Kumar informed his cabinet about his decision to dissolve the council of ministers before tendering his resignation as the CM to the governor, state minister Ram Kripal Yadav said

14 Apr 2026 2:27 pm
KaaMaa Technologies sees rising demand for campaign holograms after Vijay demo

The company is exploring multiple use cases for holograms including in public outreach, events, and enterprise communication

14 Apr 2026 1:52 pm
Tamil Nadu Polls: BJP unveils 27 promises

Entrepreneurship and startups feature prominently, with interest-free loans up to 15 lakh for 2,000 first-time youth entrepreneurs and additional incentives under the PM Surya Ghar scheme

14 Apr 2026 1:37 pm
Uttar Pradesh raises minimum wages across categories after Noida unrest

The revised rates will come into effect from April 1 retrospectively

14 Apr 2026 10:12 am