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NEW DELHI: Congress MP and leader of opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Monday vowed that Puducherry will be granted full statehood if his party comes to power. Addressing an election rally at Lawspet, he said, "We are committed to giving full statehood to Puducherry."Rahul Gandhi alleged that the current Union Territory government does not reflect the will of the people but is imposed from Delhi. He accused the BJP of sidelining regional leaders and running the UT by remote control."Everyb ...Read More >
Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh - In a pioneering move, Galgotias University has launched the Salesforce Centre of Excellence - Tableau AI Data Lab on its campus in collaboration with Salesforce, a global leader in AI CRM platforms. This initiative is a significant stride in integrating AI-driven data analytics and visualization into academic curricula, preparing students for the demands of a rapidly evolving data-driven economy. Designed to immerse students in advanced analytics and AI-enabled da ...Read More >
April 6 (Reuters) - Shares of Wipro (WIPR.NS), opens new tab rose as much as 3.2% on Monday after the Indian IT services firm agreed to buy the IT services business of Singapore-based Olam Group (OLAG.SI), opens new tab for an enterprise value of $375 million. The stock was last up 1.9% at 9:34 a.m. IST, making it the top gainer on the IT index (.NIFTYIT), opens new tab, which was trading 0.5% higher. It was also the second-biggest gainer on the benchmark Nifty 50 (.NSEI), opens new tab, which ...Read More >
New Delhi: Nearly 80 per cent of adolescent girls in India experienced disruptions in daily activities due to menstrual problems, with around 30 per cent skipping school, show findings from programmes led by the Central Council for Research in Homoeopathy, underscoring a significant public health concern. Ahead of the World Homoeopathy Day on April 10 -- themed "Homoeopathy for Sustainable Health" -- the focus is increasingly shifting towards integrative and long-term approaches for managing me ...Read More >
Bengaluru : KIMS Hospitals (Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences), Mahadevapura, announced the launch of the Institute of Neurosciences and Centre of Excellence in Neuromodulation, marking a significant step in advancing specialized neurological care in the region. The state-of-the-art facility aims to provide comprehensive diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation for a wide range of neurological disorders under one roof. This newly launched center is designed to address the needs of patients ...Read More >
April 6 (Reuters) - Shares of Wipro rose as much as 3.2% on Monday after the Indian IT services firm agreed to buy the IT services business of Singapore-based Olam Group for an enterprise value of $375 million. The stock was last up 1.9% at 9:34 a.m. IST, making it the top gainer on the IT index, which was trading 0.5% higher. It was also the second-biggest gainer on the benchmark Nifty 50, which was down 0.2%. Olam Holdings, a unit of the Singapore food and agribusiness conglomerate, will se ...Read More >
April 6 (Reuters) - Shares of Wipro rose as much as 3.2% on Monday after the Indian IT services firm agreed to buy the IT services business of Singapore-based Olam Group for an enterprise value of $375 million. The stock was last up 1.9% at 9:34 a.m. IST, making it the top gainer on the IT index, which was trading 0.5% higher. It was also the second-biggest gainer on the benchmark Nifty 50, which was down 0.2%. Olam Holdings, a unit of the Singapore food and agribusiness conglomerate, will se ...Read More >
New Delhi: Indian markets opened in the red on Monday, reflecting global anxiety over geopolitical developments. The BSE Sensex stood at 73,206.60 points, down by 112.95 points or 0.15 per cent at 9:16 am, while the NSE Nifty 50 was at 22,696.75 points, declining by 16.35 points or 0.07 per cent. Among Nifty stocks, Wipro, Hindalco Industries, Titan, and Trent were major gainers, whereas Kotak Mahindra Bank, InterGlobe Aviation, Tata Steel, and Bajaj Finance were among the top losers. Meanwhil ...Read More >
Guwahati: Tobacco consumption has risen significantly across India over the past decade, with several states in the Northeast emerging among the highest consumers in the country, according to a new analysis based on national household data. The findings come from a working paper, "Rise in Tobacco Consumption and Policy Implications: An Analysis of Household Consumption Expenditure Survey 2011-12 and 2023-24," authored by Shamika Ravi, a member of the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minis ...Read More >
Indore (Madhya Pradesh): A large-scale health camp was organised in Manpur under the aegis of the chief medical and health officer (CMHO), Indore, bringing a wide range of medical services to the local population. The camp was conducted at a school. Specialist doctors participated in the camp, offering consultations and treatments in multiple fields, including paediatrics, ophthalmology, cardiology, and dental care. In addition to medical check-ups, facilities such as ABHA ID registration and A ...Read More >
With an eye on the upcoming Tamil Nadu election, Chief Minister MK Stalin has sharpened his attack on the centre over the proposed Foreign Contribution Regulation Amendment Bill 2026, writing to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and urging its immediate withdrawal. In a letter dated April 3, Stalin flagged "serious concerns" over the new law, warning that it could disproportionately affect minority-run charitable institutions and trigger unrest among sections of the Christian community, a politicall ...Read More >
Shimla, April 5 (PTI) To address the issue of stray and destitute cattle, the Himachal Pradesh government distributed Rs 14.68 crore under the Gopal Yojana in the 2025-26 fiscal as a maintenance grant to ensure proper care, shelter and well-being of abandoned and destitute cows across the state, officials said on Sunday. A government spokesman said, "Recognising the serious challenges posed by stray cattle, particularly the damage caused to standing crops, the government has accorded high prior ...Read More >
Saini laid the foundation stones for 12 projects worth over ₹140 crore and inaugurated three projects with a combined cost of over ₹112 crore, an official statement said. Among the key inaugurations are the reconstruction of Jind Distributary No 4, completed by the Irrigation and Water Resources Department for ₹16.28 crore. Additional projects inaugurated included modern micro-irrigation systems at the village level, solar-powered irrigation facilities, and a balancing reservoir for water ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 5 (ANI): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Sunday announced a series of development projects and infrastructure upgrades for the Jind assembly constituency, asserting that no stone will be left unturned for its development. Addressing the 'Dhanyawad Evam Vikas Rally' in the district, the Chief Minister announced additional financial assistance of Rs 5 crore for the development of rural areas in the constituency, along with multiple projects aimed at strengthen ...Read More >
Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], April 5 (ANI): Himachal Pradesh government has taken significant steps to address the growing issue of stray and destitute cattle while safeguarding the interests of farmers, a release said. During the financial year 2025-26, an amount of Rs 14.68 crore has been disbursed under the Gopal Yojana as a maintenance grant to ensure proper care, shelter and well-being of abandoned and destitute cows across the state. Also Read | Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Chenn ...Read More >
Idukki: Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Sunday alleged that the Centre is planning to use amendments to the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA) to target Christian institutions, non-governmental organisations and civil society groups involved in welfare activities. Speaking at a UDF rally in the Idukki Assembly constituency, he said the proposed changes reveal the BJP government's "true intentions". "This is not a reform measure but an attack on institutions working for public ...Read More >
Gorakhpur: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath called upon BJP's young workers to remain vigilant and respond firmly, while maintaining decorum, to the negative narratives being spread by a frustrated and disheartened opposition on social media platforms. He said, "In view of the upcoming Assembly elections, the opposition would launch a fresh wave of fabricated allegations online, and BJP's booth-level teams must stay strong and prepared to counter and rebut such attacks." The Chief Minister was ad ...Read More >
Faridkot, Apr 5 (PTI) Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Sunday launched an attack on the Congress, Akali Dal and the BJP, questioning their record in power and accusing them of promoting nepotism and criminal elements in politics. Mann was addressing a gathering after unveiling Rs 28.68 crore of projects, including the upgradation of the Community Health Centre into a 30-bed hospital and key investments in drinking water and sports infrastructure, an official statement said. The chief min ...Read More >
New Delhi, April 5 (SocialNews.XYZ) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Sunday outlined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government's vision of inclusive growth, asserting that the national capital is progressing by balancing development with heritage, sensitivity, and compassion. In a post on X, the Chief Minister highlighted key provisions in the latest Budget aimed at strengthening animal welfare and healthcare infrastructure across Delhi. She said that a sum of Rs 62 crore has been allocat ...Read More >
Reena Raju with Salman Khan. ShowQuick Read Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed * Reena Raju from Karnataka received help from Salman during her heart transplants * Salman called Reena the night of her first heart transplant while shooting in Australia * Reena met Salman after her second transplant; they spent time together at his home Did our AI summary help? Let us know. Switch To Beeps Mode Salman Khan has been supporting many individuals through his Being Human foundation, wh ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 5 (ANI): US President Donald Trump has announced a sweeping 100 per cent tariff on select pharmaceutical imports, a move that comes shortly after a Jefferies report flagged the possibility of such measures, while maintaining a relatively constructive stance on Indian generic drug makers. In its April 2 report, Jefferies had noted that "the Trump administration is preparing to impose tariffs of 100 per cent on certain medicines," adding that the levies could be applied t ...Read More >
Eradicating absolute poverty, ₹3,000 monthly social welfare pensions, jobs for every student in Kerala, and helping homeless people were among the promises made by the Left Democratic Front (LDF) in its manifesto unveiled by chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan in Kozhikode on Thursday. The LDF is making a bid for a third consecutive stint at power. Its manifesto promised to continue the development initiatives undertaken in various key sectors including health, education, infrastructure and agricu ...Read More >
Kochi: The manifestos of UDF and LDF, released exactly a week before polls, reveal some striking similarities, with both fronts harping on welfare and development.The manifestos contain a wide range of assurances -- welfare schemes, particularly in healthcare; employment; education and infrastructure. Both fronts have promised to increase welfare pensions to ₹3,000. Major infra proposals such as metro rail in both Thiruvananthapuram and Kozhikode find mention in both manifestos. High-speed rail, ...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 >
Following the tragic death of a patient, four women have been arrested for allegedly assaulting a gynaecologist in Kerala, prompting calls for improved resources and security in healthcare facilities. Photograph: ANI PhotoKey PointsFour women were arrested for allegedly attacking a gynaecologist at a Kerala government hospital.The attack is linked to the death of a woman who had recently visited the hospital for delivery.The KGMOA condemned the attack, stating the doctor followed protocol and t ...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 >
Mumbai: Tata Trusts said in an internal note that there is no legal bar on non-Zoroastrians serving as trustees at the Bai Hirabai JN Tata Navsari Charitable Institution, citing a 2000 opinion by former chief justice of India MH Kania. This follows trustee Mehli Mistry questioning the eligibility of Venu Srinivasan and Vijay Singh to be Bai Hirabai trustees because of their faith. In an internal note addressed to Tata Trusts chairman Noel Tata and trustees, Tata Trusts CEO Siddharth Sharma refe ...Read More >
New Delhi: Commerce secretary Rajesh Agrawal Saturday asked the pharmaceutical industry to reduce its dependence on critical imported raw materials by meeting atleast 80-90% of domestic pharmaceutical requirements through indigenous production. Addressing an event in Hyderabad, he said while India exports to around 200 countries, there remains significant scope for expansion and resilience-building through a stronger market presence. Emphasising the need to navigate an increasingly uncertain a ...Read More >
The All India Catholic Union has demanded the complete withdrawal of the FCRA Amendment Bill, alleging it targets minorities and infringes constitutional rights. The body also called for assurances, policy review and stronger action against violence and discrimination New Delhi: The All India Catholic Union (AICU) on Friday demanded the complete withdrawal of the FCRA Amendment Bill and said the Christian community "cannot be fully satisfied" until it is scrapped entirely. The union said in a ...Read More >
Mumbai: The All India Catholic Union (AICU) has called for the complete withdrawal of the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, expressing deep concern over its alleged implications for religious freedom and institutional autonomy. No Mere Deferral In a press statement issued on Friday, the AICU said the Christian community would not be satisfied with a mere deferral of the Bill and demanded its full withdrawal from Parliament. The organisation also urged the Union Government ...Read More >
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