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New Delhi: Central government employees and pensioners are now waiting with great anticipation for an increase in their Dearness Allowance (DA). A question lingers in everyone's mind: when exactly will their DA be hiked? In fact, the government has not yet announced the DA hike for the first quarter of 2026. Typically, a DA hike is announced around the time of Holi; however, that did not happen this year. Now, all central employees and pensioners are wondering -- with April already halfway thro ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 8 (ANI): On Wednesday, actor Rakul Preet Singh stepped out in the city for the dubbing session of her upcoming film 'Pati Patni Aur Woh Do'. Taking to her Instagram story, the actress shared a candid selfie while dubbing for the film. Also Read | Sharad Malhotra Opens Up on Playing Intense Character in Upcoming Series 'ACP Vikrant', Thanks Ektaa Kapoor for the Opportunity. She added a playful twist to her post with the caption: "Jab 'woh' do ho jaaye.. tab ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 8 (ANI): On Wednesday, actor Rakul Preet Singh stepped out in the city for the dubbing session of her upcoming film 'Pati Patni Aur Woh Do'. Taking to her Instagram story, the actress shared a candid selfie while dubbing for the film. She added a playful twist to her post with the caption: "Jab 'woh' do ho jaaye.. tab asli story shuru hoti hai" along with "Coming soooon". Featuring Ayushmann Khuranna, Sara Ali Khan, Wamiqa Gabbi and Rakul Preet Singh, the f ...Read More >
Kullu: A massive landslide triggered by continuous rainfall destroyed an under-construction steel truss bridge in the Bharmour region of Chamba district on Tuesday morning.The landslide struck around 7am, sending heavy boulders crashing into the structure. Fortunately, no casualties were reported. "Debris and boulders fell from a height of approximately 300 metres, striking the near-complete bridge. The impact damaged the abutment, causing the entire structure to collapse into the river," Bharmo ...Read More >
Based on credible information, during the intervening night between March 2-3, the Elite Action Group for Drug Law Enforcement conducted the raid in coordination with Gachibowli Police Station staff, on the pub in Kondapur, and seven people were apprehended, an official release said. A son of an IAS officer of Andhra Pradesh, software engineers and businessmen were among the seven people held for allegedly consuming narcotic drugs, official sources said. Acting on inputs that the pub was hosti ...Read More >
Karan Aujla concert controversy: Organisers respond to backlash over March 3 Mumbai show, announce free April 12 concert for attendees and issue clarification. Karan Aujla is set to return to Mumbai with a special concert titled Karan Aujla P-POP Culture India Tour - Mumbai 2.0, scheduled for April 12. The announcement comes just weeks after his Holi-themed concert in the city drew criticism over alleged mismanagement and safety concerns. The new show will take place at night, marking a clear ...Read More >
Aujla, who is currently on his P-Pop Culture India Tour, recently performed in Kolkata on April 3 after kicking off the tour with a show at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Delhi, on February 28. He later performed in Mumbai on March 3 at the MMRDA Grounds as part of a special Holi Edition concert, where he faced massive backlash from attendees. Fans alleged poor management, a near stampede-like situation, and several people fainting in the scorching afternoon heat. Ticketing platform District confirme ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 4 (ANI): The Delhi Crime Branch on Saturday arrested a shooter wanted in an attempt to murder case in the Bhalswa Dairy police station area of the capital. The accused was apprehended with illegal weapons. According to the police, the shooting occurred on the occasion of Holi, after which the accused had been absconding. Upon his arrest, officers recovered two country-made pistols and four live cartridges from his possession. Also Read | Did India-Bound Iranian Oil Tan ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 4 (ANI): The Delhi Crime Branch on Saturday arrested a shooter wanted in an attempt to murder case in the Bhalswa Dairy police station area of the capital. The accused was apprehended with illegal weapons. According to the police, the shooting occurred on the occasion of Holi, after which the accused had been absconding. Upon his arrest, officers recovered two country-made pistols and four live cartridges from his possession. Further details are awaited. In a separate ...Read More >
Addressing a press conference, divisional railway manager Rajesh Kumar Verma said that works worth around ₹398 crore have been sanctioned, including addition of six new platforms, extension of existing platforms, and development of additional entry and exit points equipped with modern passenger amenities. "The yard re-modelling at Pune station has been planned and initiated in phases to ensure minimal disruption to train operations while significantly enhancing capacity and passenger convenienc ...Read More >
Pune: Acting on rising passenger demand, the Pune Railway Division operated a record number of special trains in the financial year 2025-26, significantly improving connectivity across regions. Divisional Railway Manager Rajesh Kumar Verma said the division ran 1,109 special trains during Diwali and Chhath festivals. This is a massive 197.3% increase compared to the previous year. The move helped manage the heavy festive rush and ensured smoother travel for passengers. The division also operat ...Read More >
Hyderabad: The son of a senior IAS officer of Andhra Pradesh was among seven people held for alleged consumption of narcotic drugs after the Telangana's EAGLE Force raided a pub here, officials said on Friday, April 3. Based on credible information, during the intervening night between April 2-3, the Elite Action Group for Drug Law Enforcement (EAGLE) conducted the raid in coordination with Gachibowli Police Station staff, on the pub in Kondapur, and seven people were apprehended, an official r ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: Hanuman Jayanti passed off peacefully in the national capital amid tight security, especially in Uttam Nagar and Jahangirpuri, with no major law and order issues reported, officials said. Security was heightened in Uttam Nagar due to a recent incident on Holi, and in Jahangirpuri, where clashes had broken out in 2022, to maintain law and order. A police officer from Dwarka district said that a procession was carried out on the occasion on Thursday, for which elaborate security arrang ...Read More >
Hanuman Jayanti processions across the Capital passed off smoothly on Thursday, including in Uttam Nagar, where a 26-year-old Hindu man was killed by a Muslim family last month leading to weeks of communal tension, and in Jahangirpuri, where communal clashes broke out in 2022. Minor intervention was reported in Jahangirpuri's E-Block, where around 20 people were removed by police while attempting to enter a restricted area, according to police. In Uttam Nagar, the procession began barely 10 me ...Read More >
Bengali actor Rahul Arunoday Banerjee's untimely death has left everyone in shock. The actor died due to drowning in the sea. Now a video has surfaced online which show him moments before his tragic death, shooting for a series in Odisha. Actor Rahul Arunoday Banerjee's sudden death at the age of 43 has left the entire Bengali entertainment industry in deep shock and mourning. Rahul died on Sunday after drowning in the sea at Talsari Beach in Odisha where he was shooting for his show Bholebaba ...Read More >
New Delhi: Hanuman Jayanti was marked across the city on Thursday by a spirit of bonhomie and festive cheer, piercing through the usual undercurrents of tension. The city exuded a vigilant yet celebratory atmosphere, with sensitive areas such as Jahangirpuri and Uttam Nagar placed under tight security. Additional paramilitary companies were strategically deployed to ensure the celebrations passed off smoothly and peacefully.In a heartening display of communal harmony, members of the Muslim commu ...Read More >
New Delhi/ Lucknow, Apr 2 (PTI) Hanuman Janmotsav passed off peacefully in the national capital amid tight security while the streets of neighbouring Uttar Pradesh came alive on Thursday with vibrant celebrations as devotees thronged temples to celebrate Lord Hanuman's birth anniversary. From bustling Lucknow to the spiritually rich Ayodhya and Varanasi, long queues of worshippers participating in the festivities filled the Hanuman temples in UP. Several leaders including Prime Minister Narend ...Read More >
UPI hit a record 22.64 billion transactions in March 2026 worth 29.53 lakh crore rupees, driven by wider digital adoption, with security a key focus for regulators and firms India's real-time payments infrastructure recorded its highest-ever monthly activity in March 2026, underscoring the rapid expansion of digital transactions across the country. India's Unified Payments Interface (UPI), operated by the National Payments Corporation of India, processed 22.64 billion transactions during the m ...Read More >
Mumbai, April 2: Millions of central government employees and pensioners are awaiting an official announcement regarding the first Dearness Allowance (DA) revision of 2026. While the hike is typically announced in March, the decision has been delayed past the Holi festival, leading to widespread speculation. Current indicators suggest the government will approve a 2 per cent increase in April, raising the allowance from 58 per cent to 60 per cent. This revision is particularly significant as it ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 2 (PTI) The Delhi Police is on high alert as several Hindu organisations are set to hold processions on Thursday in Uttam Nagar and Jahangirpuri to celebrate Hanuman Jayanti. Heavy security forces have been deployed in both areas to maintain law and order, according to a senior police officer. In Uttam Nagar, the heightened arrangements come in the backdrop of the March 4 murder of a 26-year-old man in the area following a clash between his family and their neighbours in JJ Colony ...Read More >
The forest department official said the matter would be investigated. ShowQuick Read Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed * Julia Buruleva faced backlash after pink-painted elephant photoshoot in Jaipur went viral * The shoot featured a model atop a pink-painted elephant at an abandoned temple in Rajasthan * Buruleva claimed organic paint was used and the elephant was unharmed during the shoot Did our AI summary help? Let us know. Switch To Beeps Mode Art photographer Julia Burule ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 1 (PTI) Fuelled by festivities and financial year closure, the transaction through the popular Unified Payments Interface (UPI) touched a record high of Rs 29.53 lakh crore and 22.64 billion in value and volume terms, respectively, in March, according to data released by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI). NPCI said the value of transactions was at Rs 29.53 lakh crore in March against Rs 24.77 lakh crore in the same month a year ago, registering a 19 per cent growt ...Read More >
JAIPUR: A controversy erupted after images of an elephant (pachyderm) painted bright pink during a photoshoot in Rajasthan's Jaipur were widely shared online, sparking criticism and raising concerns over animal welfare. "The pachyderm died last month, her owner has confirmed, while officials said the photo shoot had no connection with her death." The photos and videos, originally posted in December 2025 by Russian photographer Julia Buruleva, have recently gained traction on social media, drawin ...Read More >
The Rajasthan Association of North America (RANA) proudly celebrated the 77th Rajasthan Diwas and Holi Sneh Milan at the Consulate General of India in New York, bringing together members of the Rajasthani diaspora, community leaders, and distinguished guests. RANA President Prem Bhandari announced, on behalf of RANA Founder K.K. Chandra Mehta, an initial contribution of USD 5 million plus from the Mehta Family Trust toward the development of the Indo-US Friendship Center, an initiative conceptu ...Read More >
Jaipur, Mar 31 (PTI) A controversy has erupted after images of an elephant painted bright pink during a photo shoot in Jaipur by a Russian artist were circulated widely online, triggering criticism and raising concerns over animal welfare. The pachyderm died last month, her owner has confirmed, while officials said the photo shoot had no connection with her death. The photos and videos, originally shared in December 2025 by photographer Julia Buruleva, recently gained traction on social media, ...Read More >
The MLA allegedly fired blank shots while participating in shobha yatra ShowQuick Read Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed * A case was registered against Odisha MLA Naveen Jain for firing blank rounds during Ram Navami * The incident caused panic among devotees and raised public safety concerns in Balangir district * The MLA's Personal Security Officer was suspended and removed from his security detail immediately Did our AI summary help? Let us know. Switch To Beeps Mode A case ...Read More >
Delhi High Court halted MCD demolitions of two homes linked to a murder case, pending hearings on petitions from the affected women. The Delhi High Court on Tuesday restrained the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) from carrying out any demolition action until Wednesday, at a house belonging to the mother of a man accused of murdering a 26-year-old man during a fight between two families at Uttam Nagar on Holi. The order was also extended to the house of another woman, whose two sons were que ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], March 11 (ANI): The Delhi High Court on Wednesday orally asked the Municipal Corporation of Delhi not to undertake any demolition action against the homes of persons accused in the murder of a 26-year-old man during Holi celebrations in Uttam Nagar. Justice Amit Bansal also directed the petitioners to withdraw their present petitions and file fresh pleas confined only to the issue of proposed demolition by the civic body. Also Read | 'Brain Dead' Pilibhit Woman Breathes Agai ...Read More >
New Delhi, Mar 11 (PTI) The Delhi High Court on Tuesday restrained the MCD from carrying out demolition action for a week against the houses belonging to certain individuals allegedly involved in the Uttam Nagar Holi clash case in which a 26-year-old man was killed. Justice Amit Bansal allowed Jarina, the mother of accused Imran, and Shahnaz, whose children were interrogated by police as part of the probe, to file a fresh petition during the period against the demolition of their residential pr ...Read More >
New Delhi, Mar 2 (PTI) Amazon India on Monday announced 'Zero Referral fee' on more than 12.5 crore products, a move, the ecommerce giant said, aims to accelerate growth for lakhs of sellers across the country. Building on last year's fee revision, the company has expanded zero referral fees coverage more than 10-times from 1.2 crore products in 2025 to over 12.5 crore products priced under Rs 1,000 across 1,800-plus categories, the company said in a release. In addition, Amazon has reduced Ea ...Read More >
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