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PoliticsApr 04, 2026 02:05 PM

Sabarimala A Game Changer? Kerala Poll Survey Puts UDF At 77-81 Seats, LDF Trails; NDA Marginal

Kerala election 2026 opinion poll Survey: With the Kerala Assembly elections approaching, a new survey by Lok Poll indicates a clear edge for the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF), signaling a potential shift in the state's political landscape. The ruling Left Democratic Front (LDF), led by the Communist Party of India (Marxist), appears to be facing mounting anti-incumbency after a decade in power, while the Bharatiya Janata Party-led NDA is projected to remain a marginal force with li ...Read More >

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PoliticsApr 04, 2026 01:33 PM

UP ATS Foils Lucknow Station Blast Plot; Pak-Linked Terror Module Busted, 4 Arrested

The Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has busted a gang allegedly operating under the direction of a Pakistani handler, foiling a blast plot targeting Lucknow railway station. The group is accused of carrying out a series of arson attacks targeting prominent institutions, vehicles and railway signal boxes to spread fear, news agency PTI reported. According to the ATS, the main accused, identified as Saqib alias "Devil," was apprehended during the operation. Three others, identified as Vi ...Read More >

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PoliticsApr 04, 2026 12:05 PM

'Didn't Want To Contest': Annamalai On Missing From BJP TN Candidate List; Says 'I Decided'

Former Tamil Nadu BJP president K. Annamalai on Friday clarified that his absence from the party's candidate list for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections was a personal decision, putting to rest speculation over his non-inclusion. Speaking to reporters at Chennai airport after arriving from Coimbatore, Annamalai said he had informed the party leadership well in advance about his choice. Addressing the issue, Annamalai stated, "I had already informed the core committee that I would not b ...Read More >

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SportsApr 03, 2026 06:34 PM

J&K Ranji Star Auqib Nabi Reveals How Irfan Pathan Helped Him Reach The Big Stage

Mumbai: Auqib Nabi, the Jammu and Kashmir speedster, recounted his humble beginnings, drawing inspiration from Parvez Rasool and Dale Steyn, and credited former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan for his debut for the state. Delhi Capitals pacer Auqib Nabi opened up on his childhood and what drove him to become a fast bowler. "I started playing cricket with tennis balls when I was in 5th or 6th grade. There was no specific place in Baramulla for practice. So, we used to play on the road or on a smal ...Read More >

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BusinessApr 03, 2026 04:49 PM

LIVE UPDATES | Punjab State Lottery SAMBAD Today OUT (03.04.2026): DEAR 50 COLT FRIDAY Weekly 5PM Lu...

Punjab State Lottery SAMBAD FRIDAY (April 3, 2026) LIVE: The Punjab government launched the Punjab State Lottery as part of a larger national effort to control lottery operations in India. Lotteries were frequently operated privately prior to regulation, which resulted in fraud and a lack of transparency. The Punjab Lottery Sambad FRIDAY Result is one of the most awaited weekly announcements for lottery participants across the state. Organized under the supervision of the Punjab State Lottery, ...Read More >

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OtherApr 03, 2026 01:45 PM

LIVE | Kerala Lottery Result Today OUT (April 3, 2026): SUVARNA KERALAM SK-47 FRIDAY 3PM Lucky Draw ...

Kerala Lottery Result Friday (April 3, 2026): One of the most reputable and well-run lottery systems in India, the Kerala State Lottery is renowned for its openness, social impact, and government supervision. Kerala Lottery results announced today, Friday, 3 April, 2026: SUVARNA KERALAM SK-47 - Friday Bumper Draw Results (Top 3 Prize Winners) Draw Date: 03-04-2026 Lottery Name: Suvarna Kerala SK-47 1st Prize: ₹1 Crore - TO BE ANNOUNCED NEXT 2nd Prize: ₹30 Lakh - TO BE ANNOUNCED NEXT 3rd P ...Read More >

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PoliticsApr 03, 2026 12:56 PM

TN Poll Survey Predicts Big Win For DMK; TVK To Likely Emerge As Strong Debut Player With Notable Vo...

Tamil Nadu election 2026 opinion poll Survey: A new survey by Poll Tracker indicates that the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam-led alliance is on course to retain power in Tamil Nadu with a commanding majority in the upcoming Assembly elections. The projections suggest the DMK front could secure between 172 and 178 seats in the 234-member Assembly, putting it comfortably ahead of its rivals. In contrast, the Opposition led by the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam is expected to trail with an est ...Read More >

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PoliticsApr 03, 2026 11:53 AM

CBSE To Make Third Language Compulsory In Class 10 Boards By 2031, Major Curriculum Shift Announced

New Delhi: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has unveiled a significant curriculum overhaul that will gradually introduce a compulsory third language in the Class 10 board examinations by 2031. Beginning with the 2026-27 academic session, students from Class 6 onwards will be required to study an additional language, marking a major shift in school education. The move aligns with the recommendations of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, which promotes multilingual learning ...Read More >

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OtherApr 03, 2026 10:12 AM

CBSE Rolls Out New Curriculum: JEE-NEET Prep In Schools, Crackdown On Dummy Schools

New Delhi: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced major curriculum reforms for Classes 9 and 10, set to be implemented from the 2026-27 academic session. The move aims to curb the rising trend of dummy schools and reduce students' dependence on coaching institutes by strengthening school-based learning. Under the revamped structure, CBSE plans to integrate competitive exam preparation such as JEE and NEET within the school system itself, making classroom learning more pra ...Read More >

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TechnologyApr 03, 2026 09:10 AM

CBSE Issues Advisory On QR Codes In Question Papers Amid Viral Online Claims, Warns Against Misinter...

New Delhi: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has issued a fresh advisory to clear the air around confusion linked to QR codes printed on its question papers. The board addressed misleading claims circulating online and stressed that these codes are not meant to function as clickable or scannable web links. According to CBSE, the QR codes embedded in question papers serve strictly administrative purposes such as authentication and monitoring. They are not designed to redirect users ...Read More >

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SportsApr 02, 2026 10:40 PM

Why Was Mustafizur Rahman Barred? IPL Chief Breaks Silence On 'Political' Ban

IPL 2026: The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season was hit by a major diplomatic storm before a single ball was bowled. Bangladeshi pace sensation Mustafizur Rahman, who was originally picked up by the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) for a staggering $1 million. However, in a move that stunned fans, the BCCI instructed the franchise to release the left-arm seamer, effectively barring him from the tournament. While no specific reason was officially provided at the time, the decision was widely li ...Read More >

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SportsApr 02, 2026 05:41 PM

IPL Moving From 10 To 12 Teams? IPL Chairman Arun Dhumal Drops Bombshell

IPL 2026: The Indian Premier League (IPL) is already the second most valuable sporting property in the world, but the BCCI is not done growing the IPL just yet. IPL Chairman Arun Dhumal has dropped a significant hint regarding the future of the tournament, suggesting that an expansion to 12 teams and a longer season could be on the horizon after the current media rights cycle ends in 2027. While the demand from investors is growing, Dhumal made it clear that any further growth depends on a big ...Read More >

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PoliticsApr 02, 2026 02:45 PM

After 15 Years In Power, Mamata Banerjee Still Top CM Choice As TMC Eyes Fourth Term

West Bengal Opinion Poll: Trinamool Congress chief Mamata Banerjee is the most preferred chief ministerial candidate, even after being in power for consecutive 15 years, according to a latest opinion poll. According to the latest VoteVibe survey, 46.4% of respondents backed Banerjee as their choice for chief minister, significantly ahead of BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari, who secured 34.9% support. Other contenders, including Congress's Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury and CPM's Mohammed Salim, lag far behi ...Read More >

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PoliticsApr 02, 2026 01:38 PM

Tamil Nadu Election: DMK Set For Landslide Return, Predicts Lokpol Survey; Vijay's TVK Emerges Youth...

Tamil Nadu Election 2026 Opinion Poll Survey: A fresh opinion survey by Lokpol has forecast a decisive victory for the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) in the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, projecting the ruling party to secure between 181 and 189 seats -- well above the majority mark. The findings suggest that the party, led by Chief Minister M. K. Stalin, is likely to retain power comfortably. The survey also sheds light on the growing presence of actor-politician Vijay's Tamil Nadu Victo ...Read More >

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PoliticsApr 02, 2026 11:58 AM

Kerala Election: LDF Pledges Pension Hike, Promises To Eradicate Absolute Poverty; UDF Unveils '5+1 ...

Kerala Election Manifesto 2026: With less than a week to go for the Kerala Assembly Elections 2026, both the ruling Left Democratic Front (LDF) and the opposition United Democratic Front (UDF) have unveiled their manifestos, placing welfare, employment, and social security at the center of their campaign narratives. While both fronts have focused on voter-centric promises, their approaches reflect distinct policy priorities aimed at appealing to key segments of the electorate. The LDF, led by C ...Read More >

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SportsApr 02, 2026 11:58 AM

On This Day: MS Dhoni Led India To Historic 2011 World Cup Victory

India Win 2011 World Cup: On April 2, 2011, the Indian national cricket team stepped onto the field at Wankhede Stadium with history within reach, aiming to end a 28-year drought for ODI World Cup success. Facing them was the Sri Lankan national cricket team, a formidable side known for its strong batting lineup. What followed that evening would become one of the most defining moments in Indian cricket. Led by MS Dhoni, India went on to lift the World Cup, making him only the second Indian cap ...Read More >

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OtherApr 02, 2026 11:55 AM

LIVE UPDATES | Kerala Lottery Sambad Result OUT (April 2, 2026): KARUNYA PLUS KN-617 THURSDAY 3PM Lu...

Kerala Lottery Sambad Result Thursday (April 2, 2026): One of the most reputable and well-run lottery systems in India, the Kerala State Lottery is renowned for its openness, social impact, and government supervision. Kerala Lottery results announced today, Thursday, 2 April 2026: Karunya Plus KN-617 - Thursday Bumper Draw Results (Top 3 Prize Winners) Draw Date: 02-04-2026 Lottery Name: Karunya Plus KN-617 1st Prize: ₹1 Crore - TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON 2nd Prize: ₹30 Lakh - TO BE ANNOUNCED SO ...Read More >

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BusinessApr 02, 2026 11:55 AM

LIVE UPDATES | Punjab State Lottery SAMBAD Today OUT (April 2, 2026): DEAR 50 CHIEF THURSDAY Weekly ...

Punjab State Lottery Sambad Thursday Bumper Draw - Dear 50 Chief Jackpot Result with live updates, featuring a grand prize and today's winning numbers announcement. Source : ABPLIVE AI Punjab State Lottery SAMBAD THURSDAY (April 2, 2026) LIVE: The Punjab government launched the Punjab State Lottery as part of a larger national effort to control lottery operations in India. Lotteries were frequently operated privately prior to regulation, which resulted in fraud and a lack of transparency. THU ...Read More >

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BusinessApr 02, 2026 08:41 AM

Eight Women Killed In Truck Crash On Nagpur-Mumbai Expressway

Maharashtra News: Eight women labourers were killed and three others injured after a speeding truck rammed into a tempo on the Nagpur-Mumbai Expressway in Maharashtra's Jalna district on Wednesday. The accident occurred while the group was returning home after completing cleaning work on the expressway. A police official said that there were 11 people in the tempo, including the driver. "Just as the vehicle was about to move, a speeding truck heading towards Mumbai hit it from behind near Kadwa ...Read More >

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PoliticsApr 02, 2026 06:40 AM

Union Minister Sonowal Steps Up Campaign In Upper Assam As BJP Eyes Decisive Win

Jorhat: Union Cabinet Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on Wednesday campaigned in Assam's Jorhat, expressing strong confidence in Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate Hitendra Nath Goswami ahead of the upcoming elections. His visit comes as political activity intensifies across the region, with parties stepping up outreach efforts to connect with voters. Speaking to the media, Sonowal said the public mood in Jorhat clearly favours the BJP candidate and indicated that voters have already made thei ...Read More >

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PoliticsApr 02, 2026 12:51 AM

Grenade blast outside Chandigarh BJP office; reprisal for Sikh killings, man claims online

Chandigarh, Apr 1 (PTI): A blast outside the Punjab BJP headquarters here Wednesday sent people panicking, with a social media post claiming that the "grenade attack" was a reprisal for the killing of "Sikh youths." Police suspected the object hurled was a "crude" device. No casualties were reported in the blast. A team of the National Investigation Agency visited the site to investigate the explosion, which occurred at around 5 pm, a police officer said. The BJP's state unit chief Sunil Jakha ...Read More >

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PoliticsApr 01, 2026 12:57 PM

PM Modi Targets Assam Hat-Trick, Uniform Civil Code Push With Tribal Safeguards Takes Centre Stage

PM Modi In Assam: Prime Minister Narendra Modi placed the Uniform Civil Code at the heart of the BJP's Assam election pitch, linking it directly to the preservation of the state's identity. Addressing a rally in Gogamukh, he said, "Implementing the Uniform Civil Code in Assam while safeguarding the culture and traditions of our tribal communities in the Sixth Schedule areas is about preserving Assam's identity. These are major commitments, and as you know, the BJP delivers on what it promises." ...Read More >

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PoliticsMar 31, 2026 06:48 PM

Bank Holiday Today, Tomorrow, Day After: Branches Shut Across Cities From March 31 To April 3. Here'...

Bank Holiday: India's banking calendar is seeing a cluster of holidays this week, with multiple closures lined up between March 31 and April 3. The break is driven by a mix of religious observances and financial year-end procedures, impacting banking operations in several cities across the country. While digital banking services remain accessible, customers relying on branch visits may face disruptions during this period. Bank branches in several major cities will remain shut on March 31 on acc ...Read More >

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PoliticsMar 31, 2026 10:39 AM

UCC, Love Jihad Law, Rs 18,000 Cr Flood Plan: BJP Lays Out Big Promises for Assam Polls

Assam Elections 2026: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Tuesday released its manifesto, titled 'Sankalp Patra', for the 2026 Assam Assembly elections, outlining an ambitious roadmap focused on jobs, welfare expansion, infrastructure and legal reforms. The manifesto was unveiled in Guwahati in the presence of Union Ministers Nirmala Sitharaman and Sarbananda Sonowal, along with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, state BJP president Dilip Saikia and other senior leaders. Addressing the gather ...Read More >

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OtherMar 31, 2026 09:36 AM

Karnataka 1st PUC Result 2026 OUT Today At 10 AM: Direct Link To Check KSEAB Class 11 Marks, Scoreca...

The Karnataka 1st PUC (Class 11) Result 2026 is set to be announced today, March 31, 2026, at 10 AM. The Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB) will publish the results online on its official portal, result.proed.in. Students who appeared for the examination will be able to access their results by logging in with their registration number and date of birth. The online marksheet will display subject-wise scores, total marks obtained, and the qualifying status. Candidates who ...Read More >

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PoliticsMar 31, 2026 12:32 AM

Rescind FCRA amendments in interest of Constitutional morality: CPI(M)

New Delhi, Mar 30 (PTI): The CPI(M) on Monday demanded the rescinding of the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, in the interest of "constitutional morality," warning that it may bring excessive government control and erode federalism. In a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, party general secretary MA Baby expressed "deep concern" over the proposed amendment. "We demand, in the interest of constitutional morality and democratic principles, that the government immediate ...Read More >

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OtherMar 30, 2026 12:02 PM

Delhi Class 9, 11 Result 2026 OUT Today? Check DoE Result on edudel.nic.in | Direct Link, Time

DoE Delhi Class 9, 11 Result 2026: The Directorate of Education (DoE), Delhi is expected to announce the annual exam results for Classes 9 and 11 today, March 30, 2026, according to media reports. Once the results are released, students who appeared for the exams will be able to check their result status and download their mark sheets from the official website, edudel.nic.in. Students can check their results by entering details such as their class, student ID, section, and date of birth. Those ...Read More >

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OtherDec 17, 2025 03:22 PM

Indian Navy Commissions INAS 335 'Osprey', Second MH-60R Squadron, At INS Hansa

Hansa (Goa) [India], December 17 (ANI): The Indian Navy will achieve another key milestone on Wednesday with the commissioning of INAS 335 'Osprey,' its second MH-60R helicopter squadron, at INS Hansa in Goa, further strengthening its maritime surveillance and combat capabilities. The commissioning ceremony will be held in the presence of Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi, Chief of the Naval Staff, who will be the chief guest at the event. With the induction of the squadron, the Navy's operational ...Read More >

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BusinessDec 16, 2025 07:31 PM

Taliban Health Minister Arrives In India, Third High-Level Visit In 3 Months

New Delhi: The Ministry of External Affairs of India welcomed the Afghan Minister of Public Health, Mawlawi Noor Jalal Jalali, on his first official visit to the country. The visit reflects India's enduring support for Afghanistan's healthcare system. In a post on X, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal, "A warm welcome to the Afghan Minister of Public Health, H.E. Mawlawi Noor Jalal Jalali, on his first official visit to India. The visit reflects India's enduring support for Afghanistan's healthc ...Read More >

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EntertainmentDec 01, 2025 06:37 PM

Siddhant Chaturvedi Channels Iconic Filmmaker In Powerful First Look Of V Shantaram

New Delhi: The makers of "V Shantaram" on Monday unveiled the first look poster from the film, featuring Siddhant Chaturvedi in the role of the filmmaker, who has been hailed as the original rebel of Indian cinema. Written and directed by Abhijeet Shirish Deshpande, the film "traces his remarkable journey from the silent era, to the advent of sound and eventually, colour emerging as one of the most influential auteurs in Indian cinematic history," according to a press release. It is presented ...Read More >

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