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New Delhi [India], April 9 (ANI): A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) has been filed before the Supreme Court seeking directions to restrict the issuance of Aadhaar cards only to children up to the age of six years and to frame stringent guidelines for adolescents and adults, alleging that the present system enables illegal infiltrators to obtain Aadhaar and pass off as Indian citizens. The petition has been filed by advocate and social activist Ashwini Kumar Upadhyay through Advocate-on-Record ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 9 (PTI) A petition filed in the Supreme Court has sought direction to the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) to issue new Aadhaar cards only to citizens up to the age of six years, and frame stringent guidelines for its issuance to adolescents and adults, to stop infiltrators from masquerading as Indian citizens. The Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed by lawyer Ashwini Upadhyay has also sought a direction to the authorities to install display boards at common se ...Read More >
Around 100 vendors have reportedly been authorised, split evenly across the two corridors, and will be permitted to sell both food and non-food items within train coaches Mumbai's already overburdened suburban rail network has been thrust back into controversy after a previously shelved plan resurfaced; this time, without much public noise until now. According to a report by Lokmat, Central Railway has moved ahead with allowing licensed hawkers inside local train compartments, reigniting concer ...Read More >
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: With a total of 2.71 crore voters set to choose from 883 candidates contesting across 140 constituencies, the state will go to polls on Thursday. Voting will take place from 7 am to 6 pm in 30,495 polling stations, including 2,040 identified as critical. The mock poll will be held at 6am in the presence of representatives of political parties. Around 76,000 security personnel have been deployed, including 16 CAPF and 25,000 special police officers. Kannur has the highest nu ...Read More >
BHOPAL/JABALPUR: Straight out of a Hollywood-style survival script, an inter-state thief hid underwater fornearly five hours using a lotus stem to breathe before being finally nabbed by the Railway Protection Force (RPF) with the help of divers. One of themost wanted criminals on Indian Railways' radar, investigators suspect his role in more than 500 train theft cases over the last decade.RPF officials identified him as Harvinder Singh (32), a resident of Bijnor in Uttar Pradesh, after matching ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 9 (ANI): A special court of the National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Wednesday convicted and sentenced four Bangladeshis in a transnational human trafficking case. The accused - Zakir Khan, Badal Houladar, Kabir Talukdar and Mohammed Bachchu Gharami - have been sentenced to 3 years of rigorous imprisonment (RI) by the NIA special court at Bengaluru (Karnataka). They have also been fined Rs 20,000 each, and will have to undergo another one month in jail in case of defa ...Read More >
Bengaluru: A special court of National Investigation Agency (NIA) in Bengaluru Wednesday convicted and sentenced four Bangladeshi nationals in a transnational human trafficking case. The convicts are Zakir Khan, Badal Houladar, Kabir Talukdar and Mohammed Bachchu Gharami. They were sentenced to three years' rigorous imprisonment and fined Rs 20,000 each under provisions of Foreigners Act and Passports (Entry into India) Act.The convicts pleaded guilty of illegally entering India from Bangladesh ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 8 (UNI) In a crucial step aimed towards strengthening support for migrant workers, the Centre has approved a 100 per cent increase in the allocation of five kg Free Trade LPG (FTL) cylinders under the Migrant Labourer category. Pursuant to this decision, the Delhi government has doubled the daily availability of 5 kg FTL cylinders from 684 to 1,368, as per the 'Allocation Order' dated April 7. This enhanced allocation is expected to ensure wider access and more equitable distribu ...Read More >
Puducherry Assembly Elections 2026: Puducherry votes on April 9, 2026. Here's your complete guide: polling timings, how to find your booth, accepted ID documents, and voter rules. Puducherry is all set to elect its new Legislative Assembly on April 9, 2026. If you are a registered voter in the Union Territory and are heading to the polling booth for the first time or simply need a quick refresher on what to carry and where to go, this comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know befor ...Read More >
A woman in Thane, Maharashtra, was allegedly scammed out of £16,350 by fraudsters promising to secure her daughter's admission to a prestigious engineering college, highlighting the risks of education-related scams. Key PointsA woman from Thane was allegedly defrauded of £16,350 by three individuals promising her daughter's admission to an engineering college.The accused allegedly provided a forged fee receipt with a fake stamp and signature to deceive the complainant.The fraud was discovered ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: With under a day left for polling in the assembly elections in Kerala, Assam and Puducherry, voters can check to confirm their names on the electoral roll in advance to avoid inconvenience on voting day. The Election Commission has made online verification tools available, allowing voters to check their details either through its official website or the ECINet mobile application.Website: https://electoralsearch.eci.gov.in/Kerala: https://voters.eci.gov.in/download-eroll?stateCode=S11A ...Read More >
Assam votes on April 9 in a single-phase election. Voters must check booth details, carry valid ID and ensure their name is on the electoral roll. GUWAHATI: With the Assam Assembly Elections 2026 set to take place on April 9, more than 2.9 crore voters across the state are preparing to exercise their franchise in a single-phase election covering all 126 constituencies. As polling day approaches, the Election Commission has urged voters to ensure that their names are included in the electoral r ...Read More >
Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): In a major breakthrough, the cyber crime branch police on Tuesday busted a fake SIM card racket and arrested two PoS (point of sale) agents involved in issuing hundreds of fraudulent connections. Police officials said the accused used a single individual's photograph to activate nearly 246 SIM cards, which were registered under different names and addresses. Officials suspect these SIM cards may have been used in cyber crimes. Additional DCP (crime) Shailendra Singh Ch ...Read More >
Thane, Apr 7 (PTI) A labourer has been arrested for allegedly raping a seven-year-old girl at a construction site in Maharashtra's Thane city, police said on Tuesday, adding that the victim is undergoing treatment at the civil hospital. The incident triggered outrage with political parties demanding verification of migrant labourers employed at the construction sites. The 45-year-old accused was nabbed within hours of the crime, which occurred in the Naupada area on Monday evening, an official ...Read More >
CHENNAI: Oil companies have announced that people, including migrant workers, can obtain a 5 kg LPG cylinder by simply producing a valid government-issued identity card, easing access amid supply disruptions, said a report by Daily Thanthi. The move comes in the backdrop of gas supply issues linked to the ongoing West Asian conflict, which has affected timely availability of domestic LPG cylinders across several regions. Migrant workers, in particular, have been facing difficulties in securing ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 7 (ANI): The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has conveyed that the daily quantity of 5 kg FTL (Free Trade LPG) cylinders allocated to each State for distribution to migrant labourers is being doubled. In its letter to the Chief Secretaries of all states and Union Territories, the Ministry stated that the increase is based on the average daily supply (number of cylinders) provided to migrant labourers during March 2 to 3, and is beyond the earlier limit of 20% ment ...Read More >
In a significant pre-poll development in West Bengal, a tribunal headed by former Chief Justice of the Calcutta High Court TS Sivagnanam has ordered the reinstatement of Congress candidate Motab Sheikh in the electoral roll, resolving a "deletion" dispute that had briefly blocked his nomination process. Sheikh, the Congress nominee from Farakka in Murshidabad district, expressed relief after the ruling, saying the order had restored both his voting and political rights. "Justice has finally be ...Read More >
Patna: A dance troupe from Arunachal Pradesh has faced harassment at Patna railway station, with a woman making racist comments against its members. Woman allegedly uses offensive slurs In a purported video that has gone viral on social media, the woman can be heard using slurs like "chinki" and "momo" to target the young women from Arunachal Pradesh. The woman reportedly asked the Arunachal women to show their identity cards for using the restroom at the railway station. When they protested, ...Read More >
How to Download Your Voter ID (e-EPIC) You can easily download your e-EPIC through the National Voter Service Portal (NVSP) or the Voter Helpline app. Here's how: - Register or log in on the portal or app - Navigate to the 'Download e-EPIC' section - Enter your EPIC number (a 10-digit alphanumeric ID) or reference number To prevent misuse, an OTP will be sent to your registered mobile number for verification. Once verified, you can download a PDF version of your voter ID. According to the ...Read More >
A Bengaluru techie lost Rs 1.46 lakh in an online IPL ticket scam while trying to watch Royal Challengers Bangalore live. Police have launched an investigation A 25-year-old software professional from Mahadevapura in Bengaluru allegedly lost Rs 1.46 lakh while trying to buy Indian Premier League (IPL) tickets, after being duped by a fraudster posing as a stadium official. The victim, a resident of B Narayanapura, filed a complaint with Mahadevapura Police, stating that the accused claimed to be ...Read More >
Delhi school EWS admissions 2026 result: Results of the first computerized draw of lots for admissions through EWS, DG, and CWSN categories for the academic year 2026-27 have been declared by the Directorate of Education, Government of NCT of Delhi. This drawing took place at 10:00 AM. This is the beginning of the process of admitting students in private unaided recognized schools.After the announcement, guidelines have been provided to facilitate the process of document verification and admit a ...Read More >
Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], April 6 (ANI): Dhabas and small roadside eateries in Uttarakhand's Dehradun are facing the impact of the price hike in commercial LPG cylinders, leading to operational disruptions. A dhaba owner said, "The supply continues, because we cannot afford it. We have switched to other alternatives like wood fire." Also Read | 8th Pay Commission Latest News: NC JCM Demands OPS Restoration, Pension Reform and Extension for Submission Deadline. Another dhaba owner told A ...Read More >
Kolkata, April 5 (PTI) Congress candidate Mohtab Sheikh, whose name was earlier put under the adjudication cases column of the final electoral roll on February 28, was a happy man Sunday evening after a tribunal ordered that his name be reinstated. A relieved Sheikh told mediapersons, "Justice has finally been delivered. My name has been cleared and restored, and I can now proceed with filing my nomination." This was apparently the first such ruling by any tribunal involving a candidate to reso ...Read More >
Guwahati, April 5 (SocialNews.XYZ) Assam Minister Pijush Hazarika on Sunday accused Congress leader Pawan Khera of misusing personal information allegedly sourced from a social media post, terming it part of a "fake AI campaign". In a post on X, Hazarika claimed that details related to a "Golden Card" were lifted from a Facebook group where a user had reported losing a wallet in Ajman, UAE. The original post sought public help to recover important documents, including Emirates ID cards, car reg ...Read More >
Kerala Lottery Result Today: Samrudhi SM-49 lottery result will be declared today, on Sunday, April 5. Check the live updates and full list of winning numbers from 3 pm. Kerala Lottery Result Today Live, 5-4-2026: The Kerala State Lottery Department will announce the Samrudhi SM-49 results on Sunday, April 5, 2026. The draw will take place at Gorky Bhavan in Thiruvananthapuram, near Bakery Junction, at 3 pm. The grand prize winner will be rewarded Rs 1 crore, with second and third place winner ...Read More >
Pune (Maharashtra) [India], June 26: In times of financial emergencies or when immediate funds are required, individuals often find themselves searching for convenient and reliable sources of financing. Bajaj Finance Gold Loan emerges as an ideal solution, providing quick access to funds against the security of gold jewellery. Gold loans help borrowers meet their immediate funding requirements without compromising their overall financial well-being. Applying for an instant gold loan is much eas ...Read More >
Gujarat RTE admissions 2026: Online applications for admissions under the Right to Education (RTE) Act in Gujarat commenced on April 4, 2026, opening access to Class 1 seats in private schools for children from economically weaker and middle-income families. The application window will remain open until April 17, with submissions accepted until midnight on the final day.In the current year, the number of seats in private schools comes to above 84,000 against 94,000 in the previous year. As per t ...Read More >
The Punjab government has decided to constitute a high-level implementation committee headed by the chief secretary to decide the framework of the Mukh Mantri Mawan Dheeyan Satkar Yojana and to take all necessary decisions for its smooth implementation. The scheme will provide ₹1,000 financial assistance to all eligible women above 18 years of age and ₹1,500 to women from Scheduled Castes. The committee will comprise the principal secretary to chief minister or his representative, along with ...Read More >
Chandigarh: The Punjab government has issued a notification for the implementation of the 'Mukhya Mantri Mawan Dhiyan Satkar Yojana', under which eligible women will receive monthly financial assistance ranging from Rs 1,000 to Rs 1,500. According to the eligibility criteria, there will be no restriction on the number of eligible women in a family who may avail the scheme. The existing social security pensioners shall also be entitled to avail the full financial benefits under the scheme in add ...Read More >
New Delhi: The Uttar Pradesh Anti Terrorism Squad has foiled a major terror plot with the arrest of four men allegedly linked to a Pakistan based module. Officials said the accused were planning attacks on railway infrastructure and key locations to spread fear and destabilise the country. The arrests were made on Thursday after the ATS intercepted the group during the planning stage of the operation. Ghazwa-e-Hind motive, foreign links Investigators said the conspiracy was driven by the idea ...Read More >
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