ED attaches Rs 74cr assets of Sanjay Raut associate in Patra Chawl case

Priyanka Gandhi tears into Kerala CM, claims he's colluding with BJP

Rajouri killing: LeT ultra identified, police announce Rs 10 lakh reward

Foreign terrorist 'Abu Hamza' behind Rajouri killing, says J&K Police

'Cradled Article 370 like a baby for 70 years': Amit Shah tears into Congress over handling of J&K issue

India is 4th largest military spender after US, China & Russia, but gaps remain

In 2023, global military spending surged to a historic high of $2,443 billion, marking the sharpest yearly increase in more than a decade. Despite ranking as the world's fourth-largest defense spender, behind the US, China, and Russia, India faces challenges in maximizing its military investment. Hindered by substantial salary and pension obligations and a lack of coherent long-term strategies for systematically enhancing military capabilities, India struggles to optimize its defense expenditures.

Naima Khatoon appointed vice chancellor of AMU; third central varsity to get its first woman VC

Doctors absent, compounder conducts operation, woman dies

Govt teacher held with hand grenades in Poonch; terror hideout busted in Rajouri

Congress announces 11 more names for Lok Sabha elections

Girl's murder turns law & order into major poll issue in Karnataka

The Congress in Karnataka is under pressure as the opposition BJP intensified its focus on law and order, highlighting it as a key election concern. This comes in the wake of allegations of "love jihad" following the tragic stabbing of 24-year-old MCA student Neha Hiremath in Hubballi on Thursday, as well as the devastating killing of four members of the Bakale family in Gadag early Friday.

Maldives' Sunday polls a test of Muizzu's India policy too

TISS student suspended for 2 years for protest outside Parliament

Ramadas KS, a dalit student at Tata Institute of Social Sciences, faced suspension, losing his national fellowship for scheduled castes and HRA due to engaging in unlawful activities during a protest, including the Parliament March.

UP police constable booked for raping woman on pretext of marriage

Police book two prisoners for allegedly raping their inmate women in prisoners van

Terrorists kill Bihar man in Kashmir

Blast injures one during Ram Navami procession in West Bengal's Murshidabad

Discrepancy in WB cops' 2022 blast FIR may not be 'accidental': NIA

NIA investigates Bhupatinagar blast FIR time conflict, suspecting alteration. Witness statements differ, raising doubts on FIR accuracy. Rajkumar Manna, Buddhadeb Manna, Biswajit Gayen involved. House explosion details, hospital deaths scrutinized alongside call records.

6 drown, 3 missing as boat capsizes in Jhelum in Srinagar

Six, including five schoolchildren, drowned in Jhelum River near Batwara, Srinagar. Boat capsized with 15 people at 8 am. 3 missing, 6 rescued. SDRF, NDRF, police, locals aiding in the rescue operation.

'Jammu and Kashmir has been converted into open jail...': Mehbooba Mufti as she announces poll agenda of her party

Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chief Mehbooba Mufti on Tuesday announced her party's poll agenda and said that Jammu and Kashmir has been converted into an "open jail."

IIT-Kharagpur announces graded fines for alcohol abuse & brawls

Efforts on to 'undermine judiciary', say ex-judges, seek CJI intervention

Retired and ex-judges caution against escalating attempts to influence the judiciary through public disparagement and misinformation, stressing the importance of upholding fairness, impartiality, and judicial independence to preserve democracy and rule of law.

How a high tide ate up coastal village in Odisha, changed way people vote

Article 370 was junked to join Jammu & Kashmir with rest of India: Rajnath

Rajnath Singh criticizes NC, PDP, Congress for misusing Article 370. He highlights BJP's accomplishments like Ram Temple, CAA. Singh challenges Mehbooba Mufti on Tricolour hoisting, emphasizes global standing under PM Modi, discusses CAA, Uniform Civil Code, triple talaq.

Unknown men gun down Sarabjit killer at his Lahore home

Amir Sarfaraz, linked to Hafiz Saeed, killed Sarabjit in Lahore jail, 11 years after Sarabjit's death. The murderer was shot in a 'targeted attack', investigated by Pakistani authorities. Sarfaraz, acquitted in 2018, was instructed by ISI to carry out the killing.

BJP banks on Modi's record, offers no revdis, vows developed nation by 2047

BJP's 'Sankalp Patra' focuses on PM Narendra Modi's credibility and vision for India's development by 2047, including infrastructure growth, manufacturing hubs, and a common electoral roll implementation.

Rooftop solar to power BJP’s grassroots outreach

BJP emphasizes rooftop solar for PM Modi's third term, targeting India's 2047 energy independence. Focus on electric mobility, renewable energy, energy efficiency, China challenge, clean energy center, manufacturing hub, and green hydrogen.

5 killed as vehicle rolls into gorge in J&K

Western media questions Indian democracy in string of op-eds on Lok Sabha elections

Western press op-eds dissect Indian elections, praising Modi's post-independence leadership while critiquing his nationalist Hinduism and crackdown on opposition. Questions arise about India's democratic future amidst predictions of BJP victory and Congress decline.

Direct battles and factional rivalry define Vidarbha's electoral landscape; Congress & BJP lock horns in key constituencies, 2 Senas face-off on 2 seats

Vidarbha's intense Lok Sabha polls witness face-offs between major parties, intra-party clashes in Shiv Sena, and a triangular fight in Akola. Battles intensify in Nagpur, Bhandara, Chandrapur, Gadchiroli, Amravati, and Akola, with caste's role crucial.

Congress responsible for inordinate delay of Gosi project: Maharashtra deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis

Fadnavis highlights progress on Gosikhurd project, new infrastructure developments, and importance of voting in parliamentary elections. Emphasizes tourism growth, support for BJP candidates, and honoring Dr. Ambedkar's legacy.

This 'helicopter' on roof is flavour of poll season in Bihar!

Ajit Kumar's rooftop static helicopter attracts politicians during campaign visits in Atrauli village, reflecting his unique way of greeting. The replica, inspired by Lalu Prasad Ji, has become a local attraction during the election season.

Chhattisgarh's Bastar Lok Sabha Election 2024: Date of voting, result, candidates, main parties, schedule

Bastar Lok Sabha constituency in Chhattisgarh will have Mahesh Kashyap (BJP) and Kawasi Lakhma (Congress) as candidates. Deepak Baij won in 2019. Voting on 19th April 2024, results on 4th June.

Sameer Wankhede is 'forum shopping' says NCB, seeks dismissal of his quashing plea against preliminary enquiry

NCB's Sanjay Singh accuses Sameer Wankhede of forum hunting, delaying inquiry. Complaints by Sapna Pabbi not anonymous. Cases involve Rhea Charaborty, Nigerian national drug charges. HC restrains NCB from further notices. Wankhede's lawyer seeks time for rejoinder.

NIA asks HC to junk West Bengal cops' East Midnapore assault FIR

NIA seeks dismissal of Bengal Police's FIR accusing officers of assaulting women in Bhupatinagar. TMC links issue to BJP's alleged agency misuse. HC schedules hearing for TMC functionaries in Bhupatinagar blast case on April 17.

Woman can't slap cruelty case on ex after divorce: Supreme Court

Supreme Court utilized Article 142 to dismiss criminal proceedings against a man under Section 498A of IPC, citing post-divorce harassment. The court quashed the FIR and subsequent proceedings to prevent prolonging differences between the separated couple.

Govt likely to change construction norm to ‘lane km’ as focus shifts to building high speed NHs, e-ways

Government changes highway construction measurement method to 'lane km' from 'road km' to emphasize expressways and four-lane roads. NH construction data converted to lane km. Comparison with past data, railway track method, CAG report controversy, toll collection, and tolling options.

Pilibhit constituency of Uttar Pradesh Lok Sabha Election 2024: Date of voting, result, candidates list, main parties, schedule

Arunachal was, is and will remain part of Bharat: PM Modi

PM Narendra Modi dismissed China's territorial claims on Arunachal Pradesh, declaring that the state "is an integral part of India and will always remain so." He also stated that the Centre's quick intervention, together with the Manipur government's efforts, resulted in a significant improvement in the situation in the state.

Delhi cab driver wounded in J&K terrorist attack

Tourist taxi driver from New Delhi attacked by terrorists in J&K's Shopian district. Concerns arise over resurgence of violence targeting non-natives. Previous targets include police officers, migrants, and non-Kashmiri workers. 29 targeted killings reported in J&K in 2022.

SP Lok Sabha candidate Kajal Nishad referred to Lucknow hospital following heart issue

Kajal Nishad, SP's candidate for Gorakhpur Sadar, shifted to a Lucknow hospital after heart issues. Doctors noted changes. Akhilesh Yadav informed of her condition. ECG showed a heart attack. She competes against Ravi Kishan.

Lekhasri, BJP leader and bitter critic of Naveen Patnaik, joins BJD

Ex-BJP critic Lekhasri joins BJD, may contest Balasore LS. Naveen Patnaik praised. BJP unaffected by her exit. BJD and BJP field turncoats in several seats for elections.

NIA raids UP, Bihar sites to foil Maoists' north India revival plan

The NIA conducted raids in UP and Bihar to investigate a CPI (Maoist) conspiracy to expand in northern India. The group aims to revive influence in states like UP, Uttarakhand, Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, and Himachal Pradesh. NIA seized digital devices and incriminating materials in Ballia and Kaimur. Four accused were named in a chargesheet filed on Feb 9, 2024.

Maldives thanks India for goods, EAM says 'neighbourhood first'

India permits export of essential items to Maldives for 2024-25 fiscal year, strengthening bilateral ties. Maldives expresses gratitude for renewed quota under SAGAR agreement. India emphasizes 'Neighbourhood First' policy. Quantities of eggs, potatoes, onions, rice, wheat flour, sugar, pulses, stone aggregate, and river sand specified for export.

Will amend law to raise 50% quota cap: Congress

Congress's 2024 manifesto, led by Rahul Gandhi, vows to challenge BJP's governance, focusing on job creation, democracy protection, and youth welfare. The party emphasizes 'work, wealth, welfare' and aims to oust BJP in the upcoming elections.

India abstains as UN body seeks arms embargo on Israel; resolution sought Gaza ceasefire too

India abstained from voting on a UN Human Rights Council resolution for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and an arms embargo on Israel. The resolution received 28 votes in favor and 6 against, addressing accountability for 'war crimes'. India's historic ties with Israel influenced its decision.

Lalu's RJD slams PM Modi for maintaining silence over dynastic politics at Bihar rally

RJD criticizes PM Modi's silence on dynastic politics at Jamui rally. Chirag Paswan shifts to Hajipur, fielding brother-in-law in Jamui. PM avoids 'parivarvad', praises Chandragupta Maurya. RJD demands NDA stance on corruption.

CPI (M) releases manifesto for Lok Sabha elections 2024 promises to scrap 'draconian' law

HC should not interfere in trial court's acquittal order: SC

The Supreme Court emphasized that high courts should not intervene in trial court orders unless there is a clear distortion of facts and law, reinstating the acquittal of two individuals sentenced to life. The court highlighted the need for proof beyond a reasonable doubt and criticized judgments based on assumptions.

Criminals in UP are now scared of going to jails, says UP CM Yogi Adityanath