Assam sees record voter turnout of over 85%
Officials said voting was largely peaceful, despite reports of violence in a few constituencies, including Khowang and Tamulpur, and allegations of proxy voting at a booth in the Guwahati Central constituency
II PU results: 36 out of 94 toppers declared by KSEAB are from Dakshina Kannada and Udupi districts
Advocate assaulted by bike-borne men
Drunken driving leads to suspension of Armed Reserve head constable
HC warns petitioner for filing petition for publicity
High enthusiasm, long queues mark polling as Puducherry shatters record
There were no major complaints pertaining to polling process; however, there were allegations of voter inducement and reports of minor scuffles from two constituencies during the early hours of polling.
Retired personnel, families protest as government notifies CAPF law
The protesters stated that certain provisions of the Bill undermine the rights and service conditions of the forces that have served for decades as the first line of defence
Record voter turnout in Assam, Puducherry; high polling rates in Kerala too
Bypolls held in four seats in Karnataka, Nagaland, Tripura; rival parties in all States claim high turnout is in their favour; incumbents seek hattricks in Kerala, Assam, while opponents say voters want change
A.P. emerging as hub for tourism investments, says Minister
Participating in the 21st Hotel Investment Conference South Asia in Mumbai, Kandula Durgesh holds discussions with leading organisations on strengthening coastal tourism, developing spiritual tourism circuits, and ensuring balanced tourism growth across all regions of the State
Teachers lagging in syllabus completion due to administrative work
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Udupi retains top position, followed by Dakshina Kannada, with 3% increase in pass percentage
Guidelines issued for preparation of annadhanam to be served for devotees during Chithirai festival
Prasadam, sherbat, water, buttermilk and other drinks distributed to devotees should not contain any additives or non-permitted colours; Plastic bowls, tumblers and bags which have been banned should not be used, says Collector in the statement
Clamour for better prices persists in agrarian heartland
Farmers organisations demand legal guarantee for MSP and the implementation of the M.S. Swaminathan Commissions recommendations in full
Student forced to clean bathrooms, wash plates for fee default
In first quarter, BTP issues 9,794 challans for drunk driving, rewrites records
Strict Driving License suspension policy to take off: BTP
109 candidates left in the fray in Pudukottai district
Life convict scores 80.1% in II PU exam, wins praise
27-year-old Ashok Kumar is serving sentence in a murder case
Family of slain children in Manipur demands perpetrators be arrested and punished
The attack has heightened tensions in Manipur, even as the new government strives to restore normalcy after the May 2023 ethnic clashes between the Kuki-Zo and Meitei communities, the State government says
Assembly polls: Kerala records turnout of 78.23% in high stakes election
Organs from 35-year-old brain-dead woman in Kerala to save multiple lives
IT professionals six organs, including her heart, liver, and kidneys, were harvested, with the heart destined for a 14-year-old girl in Malappuram.
Top leaders of Congress will deliberate on the government's move to amend the women's reservation law, proposed delimitation exercise and the West Asia conflict issue, among other important matters, they said.
Kerala Assembly polls 2026: LDF will return to power, says Govindan
Immersive design through the lens of ecological regeneration
An installation at the Science Gallery Bengaluru is inspired by the vulnerability of coral reefs
Micro industries in Coimbatore face threat of closure
Kerala Assembly polls 2026: Alappuzha records 77.36% polling, voter turnout goes up from 2021
Modi, Mamata spar over fish as Bengal poll campaign heats up
PM Narendra Modi says West Bengal lags behind in fish production but can become a hub of pisciculture and seafood; Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee his back saying the BJP does not allow people to eat fish and has deleted 90 lakh names from the electoral roll to grab power in Bengal
Police using Sahyog Portal rules to order removal of content: Kunal Kamra
The counsel informed the Bench that while the present petition was pending, the Central Government had introduced further amendments to the Rules. He added that the Union of India had not filed its reply to the petition despite being served notice several months ago.
Upcoming poll a choice between status quo and change: Seeman
Telangana MHSRB releases final merit list for nursing officer posts, 2,176 candidates selected
Foundation laid for 100-bed critical care block at Kondapur Area Hospital
Of 90 lakh voters excluded by SIR in West Bengal, 63% are Hindus, 34% are Muslims
As Muslims make up only 27% of the States population, their 34% deletion rate under the SIR is significant; high rate of Hindu deletions seen in Matua-dominated border constituencies
Reimagining progress: Virat Kohli and Johnnie Walker Luxe Blended Water redefine Keep Walking
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A.P. govt. plans curbs on social media use by children
Age-based access system, particularly for users in 1316 group, to limit exposure to harmful or inappropriate content under consideration; framework should draw from global best practices, says IT Minister Lokesh
IRCTC launches summer spl Bharat Gaurav trains with four pilgrimage packages
Kerala Assembly polls 2026: Thiruvananthapuram district witnesses an average voter turnout of 76.98%
The Nemom Assembly constituency, which witnessed one of the most unpredictable electoral battles this year, had one of the highest voting percentage in the district with 80.62%, followed by 80.72% in Kattakada. Bucking the usual trend, some of the rural constituencies had lesser polling compared to the urban constituencies.
Except a few glitches, polling smooth in Bagalkot
As much as 68.74% voting was recorded at the end of the day in the constituency
Collector provides 1 lakh financial assistance to Iranian sisters
Tamil Nadu Assembly election: Paid holiday must on poll day for all workers, says DISH
Kunal Kamra launches legal challenge to Sahyog Portal rules at Bombay High Court
The counsel informed the Bench that while the present petition was pending, the Central Government had introduced further amendments to the Rules. He added that the Union of India had not filed its reply to the petition despite being served notice several months ago.
Reining in medicine prices despite war impact on pharma inputs: Official
Man booked for distributing money during polling in Bagalkot
Botcha denies Atchannaidus allegations on YSRs death
The Agriculture Minister has crossed all limits for political gain and to divert public attention from MAVIGUN proposal, says the YSRCP leader
Monitoring ongoing conflict in West Asia on a 24x7 basis like a hawk: Navy Chief
Kerala Assembly polls 2026: Idukki witnesses heavy voter turnout
The polling was recorded at 77.02% as of 6 p.m. on Thursday in the district
Chief Minister to attend Congress Working Committee meeting on April 10
He is also expected to discuss the political situation and LPG crisis in Karnataka at the meeting.
31 candidates in fray in Nagapattinam district
Byelections: Polling percentage drops, but voting passes off peacefully in Davangere South, Bagalkot
According to the preliminary data before reconciliation provided by the poll authorities, Bagalkot recorded a polling percentage of 68.73% and Davangere South recorded 68.55%
168 teams to conduct home voting for senior citizens and differently-abled in Coimbatore
In Vaibhav Suryavanshi and Yashasvi Jaiswal, RR boasts the most explosive opening duo in the league this season. RCBs Virat Kohli, Phil Salt, Devdutt Padikkal and Rajat Patidar have looked good
Audio-enabled VVPAT system sought for visually impaired voters
Lack of assistive devices compromising secrecy of the ballot, says NGO
Polling peaceful in Karaikal amid heavy turnout
Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: 80.09% voter turnout in Palakkad district
The district had registered 78.37% and 77.85% polling in 2016 and 2021 respectively.
Kerala Assembly polls 2026: Brisk polling in Kottayam, Pathanamthitta districts
Kottayam records a polling percentage of 74.32%, up from 72.13% in 2021. In Pathanamthitta, the overall polling percentage stands at 70.55%, up from 69.64% in 2021
HC to pronounce order on Kheras anticipatory bail petition
Kerala Assembly elections 2026: Kollam records 76.25% polling
The day began with a modest start as the district recorded a 16.04% turnout in the first couple of hours, but the momentum shifted rapidly as the morning progressed
Foreign delegates visit Puducherry to study Assembly election process
Minor fire reported at Terminal 1 of Mumbai international airport; no injuries
The minor fire was reported at Terminal 1 due to a short circuit at 18:10 p.m. The fire was immediately bought under control by the emergency response teams within minutes. Airport operations remain unaffected, said CSMIA spokesperson.
Yadgir, Raichur yet again turn out poor performances in II PU exam
KTR calls on Jeevan Reddy in Jagtial, septuagenarian leader to join BRS
In T20s, 200-plus scores have become the new benchmark: Prabhsimran
Justice Sachin Shankar Magadum passed the interim order on a writ petition filed in 2024 by Pramoda Devi Wadiyar, who is a legal descendant of the erstwhile Mysuru royal family
Kottur college students continue to excel in II PU exam results
Karnataka includes root canal treatment under Ayushman Bharat-Arogya Karnataka scheme
A Government Order issued on April 8 provides for the addition of specific procedure codes for root canal treatment under the Dental and Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery specialty of the scheme.
Officials seize camera-equipped glasses from UDF agent at Uduma in Kasaragod
Adani Krishnapatnam Port achieves 59.22 MMT cargo handling in 2025-26
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Combating disability-borne dependence
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Rythu Discom to commence full-fledged operations from June 2
Trump says U.S. military to stay deployed near Iran until 'real agreement' reached
In the meantime our great Military is Loading Up and Resting, looking forward, actually, to its next Conquest. AMERICA IS BACK, says U.S. President Donald Trump in a post on Truth Social
The two Quantum Reference Facilities being developed under the State governments Amaravati Quantum Valley programme are coming up at SRM University in Amaravati and Medha Towers in Gannavaram
Union leaders urge protection of Sathya Sai water project in Anantapur
Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: High turnout fuels tight contest in Thrissur
Polling touches 77.06%, up 3.37 points from 2021; all 13 seats see intense multi-cornered fight
Science topper aiming a seat in NITK Surathkal
UDF booth agent allegedly attacked in Peravur
Industries urged to adhere to safety norms: Labour Minister
North Karnataka students do well in II PU exam
Over 33,000 temporary registrations issued via VAHAN since March 23, with dealer onboarding and financial integrations streamlining processes, decentralising services and advancing digital governance in transport services
Over 6,000 senior citizens, differently abled voters to cast postal ballots in Tirunelveli district
BU begins online registrations for 2026-27 admissions to UG, PG and PG Diploma programs
SPMVV receives ISO certification for quality education, efficient administration
BJP hastening with Womens Reservation Bill only to deny quota for OBC women: Manickam Tagore
Mango farmers may take a blow as only 10-20% yield is estimated this season
News from the world of Education: April 9, 2026
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Second toppers in Science from the region shift their focus to NEET
Andhra Universitys Ambedkar Chair named National Nodal Centre
Mysuru shines in II PU results; district records pass percentage of 84.80%
D.S. Dhanvee of Sadvidya Semi-Residential PU College emerged as the Science topper, scoring 597 out of 600 marks
Demand for a separate Palani district gains momentum
Vizag students showcase 150 charcoal portraits of Sardar Patel in Ahmedabad
