New Delhi [India], February 4 (ANI): India's Rabi crop sowing has been robust this season, with farmers planting crops across 661.03 lakh hectares so far compared to 651.42 lakh hectares same period last year, marking a 1.5 per cent year-on-year increase. This surpasses the average area under cultivation (or the normal area of 635.30 lakh hectares). The area under cultivation for wheat, paddy, and pulses all were higher year-on-year, the data showed. The Department of Agriculture and Farmers'...Read More
New Delhi [India], February 4 (ANI): Around 10 exhibitors from Russia will participate in the India Energy Week (IEW), the second largest energy event globally, officials told ANI. India Energy Week 2025 is scheduled to take place from February 11-14 in New Delhi. IEW 2025, spanning over 1 lakh square metres, will be the second-largest energy event globally in terms of participation, exhibition space and sessions. This time more than 700 exhibitors have booked the space to display their produc...Read More
Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], February 4 (ANI): Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Tuesday claimed that Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) would register a historic win in the Assembly polls in the national capital. CM Dhami said, "This time, the wind of change is blowing in Delhi. The big promises made by the AAP government in the last 10 years have all proved to be hollow. No significant work has been done there in 10 years. Yamuna has not been cleaned, Delhi has not become polluti...Read More
Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], February 4 (ANI): As the 38th National Games are being held in Uttarakhand, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami conducted a surprise inspection of the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium here. He met players and encourage them and also had lunch with them, a release said. The 38th National Games are being organised in the state from January 28 to February 14. "National Games are very important for us and are our priority. We are ensuring that all the playe...Read More
VMPL Ernakulam (Kerala) [India], February 4: Kings Infra Ventures Limited, a pioneer in the seafood and aquaculture industry. Operates across the entire seafood value chain, from farming to international trade, with extensive infrastructure including farms, and processing facilities, has announced that the recent government budget has introduced significant customs duty changes aimed at strengthening India's aquaculture sector. Key modifications include: * Reduction in Basic Customs Duty (BCD...Read More
Indore (Madhya Pradesh) [India], February 4 (ANI): Two private schools located in Madhya Pradesh's Indore district received a hoax bomb threat through an email on Tuesday, a police official said. Upon receiving information about the threat email, police along with BDDS (Bomb Detection and Disposal Squad) rushed to both the school buildings namely New Digamber Public school (NDPS) and Indore Public School (IPS). The team evacuated the students from the school buildings and checked the entire pre...Read More
Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) [India], February 4 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath came down heavily on Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Tuesday accusing them of "taking payoffs" to speak against sSanatan Dharm as the opposition disputed the number of casualties in the Mahakumbh stampede. Earlier on Monday, the Congress President had raised the issue of the Mahakumbh stampede in Rajya Sabha, where he claimed that 1000 people died i...Read More
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], February 3 (ANI): SA20 is heading into the business end of the competition with the start of the Playoffs on Tuesday, bringing in an action-packed week where destiny will be decided, as per a press release. The group phase of the competition has been incredibly entertaining with the coastal teams dominating - particularly on their home grounds - with Paarl Royals and MI Cape Town going unbeaten at home and creating fortresses at Boland Park and Newlands respectivel...Read More
New Delhi [India], February 3 (ANI): Ahead of the Delhi elections, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convenor Arvind Kejriwal on Monday said that he had received information that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) could cause discrepancies in 10 per cent of the votes through machines. In a video released by AAP, Kejriwal further said that if the party had a 15 per cent lead, they could win by 5 per cent despite potential machine tampering. "I would like to tell the people of Delhi, that I have come...Read More
Gurugram (Haryana) [India], February 3 (ANI): Former Indian cricketer Piyush Chawla recently shared his insights on the importance of domestic cricket, and India's prospects in the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy. Speaking to ANI at an event organized by Harfun, Chawla also discussed the evolving dynamics of the Ranji Trophy with the return of senior Indian players. Chawla emphasized the significance of the Ranji Trophy in shaping young cricketers, particularly with the presence of experienced I...Read More
VMPL New Delhi [India], February 3: The recently introduced Union Budget for the financial year 2025-26 has placed a significant emphasis on revitalizing the agricultural sector, which has always been the backbone of India's economy. Agriculture is not just a means of livelihood for millions; it plays a crucial role in ensuring food security and sustaining rural communities. With approximately 58% of the Indian population relying on agriculture for their livelihoods, its importance cannot be ov...Read More
New Delhi [India], February 3 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Monday sought the Central Forensic Science Laboratory (CFSL) report on the examination of certain leaked audio tapes which allegedly implicate Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh for instigating ethnic violence in the state. A bench of Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna and Justice Sanjay Kumar said the CFSL report should be submitted in six weeks in a sealed cover. The bench then posted the hearing in the week commencing on March 24...Read More
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], February 3 (ANI): Fifteen-year-old Maaya Rajeshwaran scripted another sensational win at the Mumbai Open WTA 125 Series in Mumbai on Monday. She prevailed against Jessica Failla, winning 7-6, 1-6, 6-4 in a nail-biting encounter at the Cricket Club of India to seal her place in the main draws. Maaya Rajeshwaran registered her second win of the tournament, having defeated world number 265 Nicole Fossa Huergo in the previous round. She will now be part of the main dra...Read More
New Delhi [India], February 3 (ANI): The ticket sales details for India's three ICC Champions Trophy and first semifinal match in Dubai have been revealed, with sales set to go live on February 3, Monday at 16:00 hours (4:00 PM) GST. Fans can buy tickets online for the matches to be held at the iconic Dubai International Cricket Stadium with general stand prices starting from United Arab Emirates Dirham (AED) 125, as per ICC. Ticket Sales for the 10 matches scheduled in Karachi, Lahore, and Ra...Read More
PNN New Delhi [India], February 3: SarkarSEO, a leading SEO agency, is introducing a new approach to digital rankings with its Search Everywhere Optimization strategy. As AI-powered search engines like ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Bing AI change how people find information, SarkarSEO is helping businesses rank across all platforms, not just Google. Search Everywhere Optimisation takes advantage of the fractured nature of the search, optimising organic presence for as many different platforms as po...Read More
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], February 3 (ANI): Monday kick-started on an exciting note for the fans of actor Prabhas as his first look as 'Rudra' was unveiled in the morning. The poster features him in the guise of a hermit, his matted hair flowing wildly, his forehead smeared with sacred chandan, gripping a crescent moon staff that hints at divine power and celestial energy. Sharing his look from the film, Prabhas on social media wrote, " (Om symbol) The Divine Guardian 'Rudra' (Om symbol) U...Read More
Pune (Maharashtra) [India], January 31 (ANI): Harshit Rana and Ravi Bishnoi's three-wicket hauls helped India clinch a thrilling 15-run win over England in the fourth T20I match at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune on Friday, handing the Men in Blue an unassailable lead in the five-match series. The Indian bowling dominated the second innings with early wickets. The hosts got an advantage after Harshit Rana replaced concussed Shivam Dube in the second inning. Rana's presence ...Read More
New Delhi [India], January 31 (ANI): Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi on Friday felicitated the Indian Army contingents and bands for their outstanding performances on Republic Day 2025 and the Beating Retreat Ceremony, said the Indian Army in a statement. Best Marching Contingent Award was clinched by the Jammu and Kashmir Rifles and the Jat Regiment secured the runner-up position. The award for Best Military Band was presented to the Ladakh Scouts Regimental Centre and 14 Gorkha Tra...Read More
New Delhi [India], January 31 (ANI): With the Delhi assembly elections just days away, the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, launched a sharp attack on Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convenor, accusing Arvind Kejriwal of arriving in a "Wagon R" and heading straight to the parking lot of the "Sheesh Mahal," and further alleged that Kejriwal had "damaged" the infrastructure developed by former Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit. "He (Arvind Kejriwal) came in a wagon R and ...Read More
New Delhi [India], January 31 (ANI): Parents of Wing Commander Shubhanshu Shukla were elated after their son was selected as the pilot for National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)'s Axiom-4 mission, scheduled this year. The parents credited Shubhanshu's hard work and dedication for his success and also acknowledged the contribution his wife behind his success. Expressing her immense happiness in an interaction with ANI, Shukla's mother Asha Shukla said she can't express her emotion...Read More
New Delhi [India], January 31 (ANI): Seven MLAs of the Aam Aadmi Party resigned from the party on Friday, saying AAP has moved away from its original ideology of 'honesty' and its leadership has been tainted into several cases of 'corruption'. The MLAs who tendered their resignation are: Rohit Maharoliya from Trilokpuri, Madan Lal from Kasturba Nagar, Rajesh Rishi from Janakpuri, Bhavna Gaud from Palam, Bhupender Singh June from Bijwasan, and Pawan Kumar Sharma from Adarsh Nagar, Naresh Yadav (...Read More
Pune (Maharashtra) [India], January 31 (ANI): Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar on Friday highlighted the challenges of town planning amid rapid urbanisation, citing rising migration and increasing strain on city infrastructure. Speaking at an award function organised by the state's Urban Development and Urban Planning Department, Pawar pointed out that not only people from "Uttar Pradesh and Bihar" but also Bangladeshi immigrants are moving to Maharashtra's cities. Pawar projected ...Read More
New Delhi [India], January 31 (ANI): Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Friday, highlighted that the state lacks a single international-standard airport and the entire cost of its construction should be borne by the central government. Additionally, the Centre should also fully fund the construction of the Bhanupalli-Beri and Chandigarh-Baddi railway lines. Speaking informally to the media in Solan, about the 'poor condition' of the Solan-Parwanoo highway, CM Sukh...Read More
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], January 31 (ANI): Mumbai City FC were held to a goalless draw against East Bengal FC at the Mumbai Football Arena in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 on Friday. It was East Bengal FC's 100th match in the ISL and they have now moved to 10th in the table with 18 points from as many games as a consequence of this result, as stated in a release from ISL. The Islanders, on the other hand, played their seventh draw of the season and are positioned sixth with 28 poi...Read More
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], January 31 (ANI): Bollywood actor Ananya Panday's latest Instagram story is dedicated to her grandmother. Ananya shared a picture of her wearing her dadi's payal. "Found my dadi's payal," she captioned the post. Ananya Panday will be next seen in the upcoming romantic drama 'Chand Mera Dil', in which she stars alongside Lakshya. Directed by Vivek Soni, the film is scheduled for release in 2025. Earlier, taking to social media, Karan Johar shared the posters of ...Read More
Rourkela (Odisha) [India], January 31 (ANI): The Shrachi Rarh Bengal Tigers booked their place in the final of the Hockey India League 2024-25 after beating the Tamil Nadu Dragons 2 (6) - (5) 2 on penalty shootouts at the Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium in Rourkela on Friday. In a thrilling match, Shrachi Rarh Bengal Tigers came back from a goal down twice before forcing a penalty shootout. Pardeep Singh Sandhu (30') and Sam Lane (53') scored for the Shrachi Rarh Bengal Tigers while Nathan Ephraums ...Read More
New Delhi [India], January 31 (ANI): The clarion call given by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to fight obesity and reduce oil consumption has received wide support as people from different walks of life, including actor Akshay Kumar, sportspersons and people from medical fraternity lauded the message to follow healthy routine. Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently gave a clarion call to fight obesity and reduce oil consumption. This has received wide support from doctors, sportspersons as well as...Read More
New Delhi [India], January 31 (ANI): Official Spokesperson of the Ministry of External Affairs Randhir Jaiswal said on Friday that French President Emmanuel Macron has invited Prime Minister Narendra Modi to attend the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Action Summit, and India has accepted the invite. While speaking at a press briefing, Jaiswal said that India is also developing its own AI program. "French President has invited Prime Minister Narendra Modi for Artificial Intelligence Action Summit ...Read More
New Delhi [India], January 31 (ANI): The Indian Railways on Friday achieved a significant milestone by upgrading over 23,000 track kilometres (TKM) of its network to accommodate train speeds of up to 130 kilometres per hour (kmph), according to a release. This remarkable progress underscores the government's commitment to modernising railway infrastructure, enhancing connectivity, and reducing travel times for millions of passengers across the nation. With nearly one-fifth of India's railway n...Read More
New Delhi [India], January 31 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday slammed Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi over their remarks on President Droupadi Murmu's address to the joint sitting of two Houses of Parliament, saying the remarks of are an insult to the "tribal brothers and sisters" of the country. Addressing a public meeting in Dwarka, the Prime Minister said the "royal family of the Congress does not like those who rise from the grassroots" and "repeatedly insults t...Read More