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The BJD supremo, in a letter, urges the Union Finance Minister to ensure that clear accountability be immediately fixed for this recent incident, which took place in the Keonjhar district
Thorough searches were conducted in the homes, rented accommodations, and vacant buildings associated with individuals previously apprehended for offences involving ganja and other crimes
An eight-year-old boy was among the deceased; a truck driver has been arrested on charges of causing the accident
Vidyut reviews Delhi Capitals win over Rajasthan Royals and looks ahead Saturdays big clash between arch-rivals Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians.
A record 993 hike in commercial LPG cylinder prices has pushed costs to over 3,071 in Delhi, squeezing restaurants and street vendors across India.
The best defence against sepsis is preventing infections: through vaccination and personal protection measures. If an infection does occur, prompt, accurate treatment is crucial
District administration proposes to take up steps like straightening curves, widening roads and increasing illumination at these spots to reduce chances of road accidents
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a 25% tariff on automobiles from the European Union, accusing the bloc of violating the Turnberry Agreement.
Mr. Jains appointment will take effect from May 3 for a period of three years, the notice said
Experience the essence of a Goan summer with this fresh and fruity cashew drink that is redefining the spirit of the season
Addressing reporters at the party office in Karattur near Gobichettipalayam, he described the TVK as one rooted in sacrifice and humanism and committed to grassroots work
Have you been introduced to urrak, the summer drink that refuses to be gentrified?
Alert for Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Idukki, Ernakulam, Thrissur, Palakkad and Malappuram on May 2 where rains in the range of 64.5 mm to 115.5 mm are likely during the next 24 hours
Preliminary observations suggested that the electrocution may have been caused either by a live wire, or an electrified metal structure at a BMTC bus stop
Commercial cylinders remain the primary source of fuel for thousands of establishments, including food vendors and catering units
In 2001, both of his legs were severed in a horrific accident; he turned his attention to hand cycling and won multiple Paralympics medals; but in 2020, he was seriously injured again in a handbike accident after crashing into a truck
Having sourced local urrak from neighbours and discreet taverns, the writers set out to see how its made at two South Goa plantations
The apex court on Saturday (May 2, 2026) said no further order was necessary on the TMC's plea challenging the Calcutta High Court's dismissal of its petition against the April 13 circular
From Steve McCurry to Dayanita Singh, five photographers speak about Raghu Rai, and delve into their shared, personal histories sometimes reverent, sometimes complicated, often deeply affectionate that together trace the presence of a figure who was as influential as he was impossible to ignore
Fashion label Jade by Monica and Karishma revives a Mughal-era kasab technique rooted in Persian craft traditions, creating a 15,000-hour masterpiece
Key infrastructure bottlenecks identified at a meeting includes long-pending proposal to widen the vent on Tank BundRanigunj road, construction of an additional ROB in Mallapur
Legendary filmmaker Singeetham Srinivasa Rao returns to direction at the age of 94. Titled Sing Geetham, the movie is billed as a musical fantasy
As a promoter of Kolkata-based Shree Ganesh Jewellery House, Kamlesh Parekh was allegedly involved in cheating a consortium of 25 banks led by SBI
Iran delivered the draft to mediator Pakistan on Thursday (April 30, 2026) evening, state media reported without detailing its contents
Repolling is underway in parts of West Bengal after the Election Commission ordered fresh voting in 15 booths across South 24 Parganas district following allegations of electoral malpractice. Voting began at 7 a.m. on Saturday and will continue till 6 p.m. The repolls are being held in two Assembly constituencies, with 11 polling stations in Magrahat Paschim and four in Diamond Harbour.
Police stations across Tamil Nadu has recorded about 8,000 missing children cases annually for the past three years
About a fifth of the world's trade in oil and natural gas typically passes through the strait at the mouth of the Persian Gulf in peacetime
An Overseas Citizen of India card offers a lifelong, multiple-entry visa to India, removing the requirement for visa renewals
With citizen feedback forSwachhSurvekshanhaving begun, animators are reaching out to various groups seeking that individuals answer a set of 13 questions. Chennai is believed to have been doing poorly in this annual assessment partly due to its residents reluctance to take the survey
Ms. Mohammadi won the 2023 peace prize while in prison for her campaign to advance womens rights and abolish the death penalty in Iran
As board exam results season begins, an educator reflects on what marks mean and how to deal with success and failure
Cell broadcasts can reach all mobile phones within a designated geographical area, providing extensive and rapid coverage without putting excessive strain on telecom networks
Iranian media said Karimpour passed sensitive information to a Mossad officer, while Bakarzadeh was accused of collecting details on government and religious figures and key sites, including in the Natanz area
NIA special court directs that accused Savad be produced and Shafeer, who is on bail, appear before it on May 15 for recording their pleas as part of framing of charges
The makers of Peddi, starring Ram Charan, Shivarajkumar and Janhvi Kapoor, have announced the release date of the pan-Indian movie with a fresh poster
In her new work at the Venice Biennale, artist Nalini Malini examines the patriarchal order in which violence against women is legitimised
The top court noted the ECIs statement that counting officers for the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections are selected from both Central and State Government services
As Kashmirs houseboat craft fades after decades of restrictions, a British Museum project captures its last remaining artisans
The Pentagon says it has reached deals with seven tech companies to use their artificial intelligence in its classified computer networks
TMC workers, who have been camping outside the Khudiram Anushilan Kendra, alleged that eight trunks of postal ballots were brought in at 4 a.m. and were taken to a room, which has no CCTV coverage
Key UDF constituent Indian Union Muslim League is adopting a cautious wait-and-watch approach as Congress-led front awaits election results. Political analysts underline Muslim Leagues centrality to coalition stability, making its stance crucial in the days ahead
The Municipal Administration and Urban Development Department issued G.O. approving an operational framework and strategic roadmap for implementation across Urban Local Bodies
Enumerators have been deployed across urban and rural areas, using a digital application to collect responses to over 30 questions
The search radius has been expanded to 5 km in the backwaters of the Bargi Dam, located downstream of the Narmada river, area SDOP Anjul Ayank Mishra said
The shooting of Victor Hugo Claure, the most senior Judge on Bolivias highest agro-environmental court, took place on Thursday (April 30, 2026) night, and is under investigation
U.S. President Donald Trump said he is not satisfied with Irans latest proposal to end the war, saying Tehran is asking for terms Washington cannot accept. The proposal was sent through mediators in Pakistan. At the same time, the White House told Congress that hostilities with Iran have terminated, a move that could avoid the deadline for lawmakers to approve continued military action.

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