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New Delhi, April 5 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Election Commission of India (ECI) said on Sunday that enforcement agencies have seized illegal cash, liquor, drugs, precious metals and freebies worth more than Rs 650 crore so far to ensure inducement-free elections in the ongoing state Assembly polls and bypolls. According to the Commission, a total seizure of Rs 651.51 crore has been recorded since the activation of the Electronic Seizure Management System (ESMS) on February 26, reflecting intensified ...Read More >
New Delhi (IANS): The Election Commission of India (ECI) has seized illegal cash, liquor, drugs, and freebies worth more than Rs 650 crore to ensure "inducement-free" elections during the ongoing state Assembly polls and by-elections. Since activating the Electronic Seizure Management System (ESMS) on February 26, enforcement agencies have recorded a total seizure of Rs 651.51 crore. This surge reflects the ECI's intensified vigilance across poll-bound regions following the March 15 election sc ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Sunday said that in a democracy, the three branches-legislature, executive, and judiciary-operate with autonomy, interdependence, and mutual respect. Speaking at an event where Chief Justice of India Surya Kant laid the foundation stone for Telangana High Court Zone II (residential buildings for judges and the Chief Justice), Reddy said it is the duty of the executive to provide the best infrastructure to the judiciary so that it can delive ...Read More >
Hyderabad, Apr 5 (PTI) Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Sunday said that in a democracy, the three branches -- legislature, executive, and judiciary -- operate with autonomy, interdependence, and mutual respect. Speaking at an event where Chief Justice of India Surya Kant laid the foundation stone for Telangana High Court Zone II (residential buildings for judges and the Chief Justice), Reddy said it is the duty of the executive to provide the best infrastructure to the judiciary so ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 5 (ANI): The Anti-Narcotics Squad of the Delhi Police of the Outer District has busted a gang, which was involved in the theft of milk and curd in the Uttam Nagar area, officials said on Sunday. The police arrested two men who reportedly followed milk delivery trucks to steal crates left outside shops and homes. The investigation began after a video of the thefts went viral on social media, prompting the police to track down the suspects. Also Read | PF Withdrawals Mad ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 5 (ANI): The Anti-Narcotics Squad of the Delhi Police of the Outer District has busted a gang, which was involved in the theft of milk and curd in the Uttam Nagar area, officials said on Sunday. The police arrested two men who reportedly followed milk delivery trucks to steal crates left outside shops and homes. The investigation began after a video of the thefts went viral on social media, prompting the police to track down the suspects. On April 3, officers received ...Read More >
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], April 5 (ANI): Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK) leader Adhav Arjuna on Sunday claimed that TVK candidates are receiving a "very warm welcome" from the public across Tamil Nadu, while alleging that the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) is not actively engaging with voters ahead of upcoming elections. Arjuna stated that in several southern districts, rival candidates are reportedly unable to enter villages to seek votes, with locals reportedly asking them to leave. He hig ...Read More >
Chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday said over 81,000 personnel will be recruited in the Uttar Pradesh police force this year. The recruitment is proposed for various categories, including sub-inspector, constable (civil police), radio assistant operator, computer operator Grade-A and sub-inspector of police (Confidential). The process for some of these posts has already begun. He was reviewing the working of various units of the state police and the plans prepared by the police departme ...Read More >
TIRUCHY: Nearly Rs 11 lakh in cash was seized from the residence of a Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) functionary in Tiruchirappalli, following information that the money was allegedly meant for distribution to voters in the Srirangam Assembly Constituency ahead of the upcoming elections. Tamil Nadu is set to hold assembly elections in a single phase on April 23, with counting of votes scheduled for May 4. Acting on a tip-off, authorities conducted a raid at the house of Gandhi, also known as A ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: The Centre has approved Rs 447.11 crore for upgradation of the Kurumpuri-Raj Khariar stretch, covering 103.52 km of NH-353 and NH-59 in Nuapada and Balangir districts, said Union road transport and highways minister Nitin Gadkari on Saturday.In a post on X, Gadkari said NH-353 and NH-59 together form a crucial inter-state corridor linking Chhattisgarh's Raipur-Mahasamund region with Odisha, and extending further to Berhampur and Gopalpur port. "The project will significantly strengt ...Read More >
Andhra Pradesh chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Saturday took note of inordinate delays in projects currently underway in the state capital Amaravati, and ordered contractors and officials to expedite the work to ensure it was complete within the deadlines fixed by the state, a statement from his office said. Addressing a high-level review meeting, Naidu expressed dissatisfaction with the pace of certain contracting agencies. He also pulled up certain oficials over allegedly avoidable admi ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: More than 64 lakh residents in Delhi continue to rely on subsidised food grains under the Public Distribution System (PDS), with free ration support set to continue till December 2028, according to official data. At present, 64,93,601 beneficiaries across 14,28,475 households are covered under the scheme. A majority -- 62,46,786 individuals -- fall under the Priority Household (PHH) category, while 2,46,815 beneficiaries are registered under the Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY), which tar ...Read More >
The Met Office warned of brief intense heavy showers in isolated parts on Saturday, which may lead to flash floods and landslides at a few vulnerable places and waterlogging in a few low-lying areas. Sadhna Top and other higher reaches in Kupwara, Mughal Road in Shopian, Margan Top connecting Anantnag with Kishtwar, and Razdan Top, Gurez, and Tulail in Bandipora district, received fresh overnight snowfall. The Affarwat mountain in Gulmarg tourist resort, Sonamarg-Zojila axis, and some other hi ...Read More >
Tamil Nadu continued to reel under intense summer conditions on Friday, with interior districts recording soaring temperatures, while a few hill and Western Ghat regions witnessed isolated rainfall. According to the Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC), Vellore and Karur Paramathi emerged as the hottest locations in the state, each recording a maximum temperature of 39.5°C. Madurai Airport followed closely at 39.0°C, while Tiruchirappalli registered 38.8°C. Several other interior districts in ...Read More >
Guwahati: Flood and erosion, the recurring challenges facing several places across Assam, emerged as one of the major flashpoints of BJP's poll campaigns.BJP has said flood and erosion relief will remain among its highest priorities. water resources minister Pijush Hazarika said govt is shifting its focus from temporary flood-control measures to a permanent solution to the state's recurring flood crisis.Addressing a press conference at the state BJP headquarters here on Saturday, Hazarika said, ...Read More >
Chennai, April 5: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast light to moderate rainfall with thunderstorms across parts of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry over the next few days, with isolated heavy showers likely in hilly regions, including Coimbatore, Nilgiris, Erode, and Theni districts. According to the IMD, the weather pattern is influenced by a low-pressure system extending from Marathwada through interior Karnataka to southern Tamil Nadu. While northern parts of the state may see a ...Read More >
Tiruchirappalli (Tamil Nadu) [India], April 5 (ANI): Nearly Rs 11 lakh in cash was seized from the residence of a Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) functionary in Tiruchirappalli, following information that the money was allegedly meant for distribution to voters in the Srirangam Assembly Constituency ahead of the upcoming elections. Tamil Nadu is set to hold assembly elections in a single phase on April 23, with counting of votes scheduled for May 4. Also Read | Tamil Nadu Weather Update: IMD F ...Read More >
Tiruchirappalli (Tamil Nadu) [India], April 5 (ANI): Nearly Rs 11 lakh in cash was seized from the residence of a Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) functionary in Tiruchirappalli, following information that the money was allegedly meant for distribution to voters in the Srirangam Assembly Constituency ahead of the upcoming elections. Tamil Nadu is set to hold assembly elections in a single phase on April 23, with counting of votes scheduled for May 4. Acting on a tip-off, authorities conducted a ...Read More >
MYSURU: Minors performing reckless bike stunts on public roads are not only putting their own lives at risk, but are also posing a serious threat to motorists and pedestrians. Over the last three years, the police across the state have registered 1,805 cases against minors and their parents, collecting fines of Rs 1.77 crore. Tragically, 27 people have lost their lives in accidents involving minors. As per data available with TNIE, Bengaluru recorded the highest number of cases against minors a ...Read More >
Chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday directed officials to assess the crop damage due to unseasonal rain, maintain dialogue with farmers and ensure timely payment of compensation. Reviewing the situation after unseasonal rainfall in various districts, he sought reports from district magistrates about farmers' difficulties. Directing officials to remain alert, he said, "Farmers' welfare is the government's top priority. Officers should assess the damage to crops, prepare data of crop los ...Read More >
Jiribam (Manipur) [India], April 5 (ANI): Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Saturday travelled via National Highway-37 to reach Jiribam district, in a first since the ethnic violence broke out in Manipur in May 2023, marking a significant political and administrative outreach to the region. Khemchand Singh arrived in Jiribam at around 1:30 pm, accompanied by state BJP president A Sharda Devi and eight MLAs as part of a three-day visit to the district, located about 217 km from th ...Read More >
Rejects claims on Udhampur neglect, says access, land use based on feasibility Srinagar, Apr 4: The government on Saturday said that the Sawalkote Hydroelectric Project primarily impacts Ramban district, rejecting claims that Udhampur has been disproportionately affected or denied development benefits. Replying to a question by legislator Pawan Kumar Gupta, the government detailed that the 1,856 MW project spans Ramban, Udhampur and Reasi, with "maximum submergence in Ramban district thereby m ...Read More >
Vadodara: With voting day for the Umreth assembly seat byelection scheduled for April 23, political activity intensified on Saturday as Gujarat chief minister Bhupendra Patel campaigned for BJP candidate Harshad Parmar. Election officials said nominations were filed and voter awareness drives gathered momentum across the constituency.Addressing a rally in Umreth, Patel paid tribute to former MLA Govind Parmar, whose death necessitated the bypoll, and said the late leader had built a strong grass ...Read More >
Jiribam (Manipur) [India], April 5 (ANI): Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Saturday travelled via National Highway-37 to reach Jiribam district, in a first since the ethnic violence broke out in Manipur in May 2023, marking a significant political and administrative outreach to the region. Khemchand Singh arrived in Jiribam at around 1:30 pm, accompanied by state BJP president A Sharda Devi and eight MLAs as part of a three-day visit to the district, located about 217 km from th ...Read More >
Malda (West Bengal) [India], April 5 (ANI): The District Administration, Malda, on Saturday clarified that it has not received any communication from judicial officers regarding security concerns, dismissing reports circulating in this regard. According to a press note issued by the Office of the District Information and Cultural Affairs Officer, Malda, certain reports claimed that a letter dated March 23 had been sent by a few judicial officers highlighting concerns about their safety while pe ...Read More >
Two deaths were reported in rain-related incidents in Nashik division in north Maharashtra, officials said. State Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule said the government will provide compensation to affected farmers, adding that surveys are underway in several areas to assess the extent of losses. The impact has been severe in north Maharashtra and parts of western Maharashtra, Marathwada and Vidarbha, affecting over 82,000 farmers, state agriculture department officials said. The worst ...Read More >
Replying to a question, Minister of State for Jal Shakti Raj Bhushan Choudhary said that as per data available with the Central Ground Water Authority , of the total groundwater extraction, 71.88 per cent in Delhi was for domestic purposes. The figure was 15.62 per cent in Ghaziabad, 3.21 per cent in Gautam Buddh Nagar, 18.6 per cent in Faridabad, 11.81 per cent in Gurugram and 13.24 per cent in Sonepat. He said the figures represent total groundwater extraction for domestic purposes, includin ...Read More >
Mumbai: Unseasonal rains and hailstorms during March and early April have caused widespread damage across Maharashtra, affecting 29 districts and crops over an estimated 5,12,087 acres (2,04,835 hectares), according to Maharashtra Agriculture department's primary report. Maharashtra Agriculture Minister Dattatray Bharne has ordered immediate damage assessment and assured prompt relief to affected farmers. Mr Bharne said the concerned administrative machinery has been instructed to immediately ca ...Read More >
Chandigarh: The 23rd executive committee meeting of the Haryana State AIDS Control Society (HSACS), chaired by additional chief secretary, health & family welfare, Sumita Misra, on Saturday, resolved on accelerating Haryana's fight against HIV/AIDS and strengthening public health infrastructure.The committee approved a proposed annual action plan for 2026-27 with a total outlay of over Rs 47.16 crore. Key allocations include Rs 16.45 crore for targeted interventions and link worker scheme; Rs 10 ...Read More >
Guwahati: Flood and erosion, the recurring challenges facing several places across Assam, emerged as one of the major flashpoints of BJP's poll campaigns.BJP has said flood and erosion relief will remain among its highest priorities. water resources minister Pijush Hazarika said govt is shifting its focus from temporary flood-control measures to a permanent solution to the state's recurring flood crisis.Addressing a press conference at the state BJP headquarters here on Saturday, Hazarika said, ...Read More >
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