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Hyderabad: The election to the municipal chairperson and vice-chairperson posts in Khanapur municipality descended into chaos once again on Saturday, April 4, prompting authorities to postpone the process to Sunday, April 5, following scenes of disruption inside the municipal office during polling. There are 12 councilor divisions in Khanapur municipality, out of which Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) won four, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) won four, Congress won three and an independent won a seat, ...Read More >
ADILABAD: The BRS-CPI alliance secured the chairman and vice-chairman posts in Kyathanpalli municipality of Mancherial district unopposed on Saturday, with Congress abstaining from the process. Police imposed prohibitory orders under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita in and around Kyathanpalli, and nearly 600 personnel were deployed at the municipal office to maintain order during the election. BRS councillor Godisela Sandhyarani was elected chairperson, while CPI councillor Mittapall ...Read More >
"Once the BJP realised it would lose the election, it brought back those it had expelled. On one hand, the BJP expels him (Yatnal); on the other, it brings him back, praises him, and makes him campaign. Isn't this a double standard?" he told reporters, adding that the move pointed to a "weak position" for the party. Yatnal, who was expelled after making allegations related to dynastic politics and corruption against senior BJP figures including former chief minister BS Yediyurappa and his sons ...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 >
Atanu Chakraborty Resignation: A fresh controversy seems to be brewing around HDFC Bank after the resignation of its former part-time chairman and independent director Atanu Chakraborty. The All India Bank Employees' Association (AIBEA) has written to Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, asking for intervention and greater clarity on the circumstances surrounding his exit. What stands out, according to the association, is the reason cited in the resignation letter. Chakraborty referred to cert ...Read More >
New Delhi: The weather pattern appears to have undergone a significant shift, ranging from the plains to the mountains. Across Western UP, Delhi-NCR, and various other regions, the day witnessed intermittent sunshine accompanied by the movement of clouds. Temperatures also continued to fluctuate. Starting tomorrow -- April 5th -- there is a growing possibility that rain-bearing clouds will once again hover over several states. Rainfall may also be recorded amidst accompanying storms and gusty w ...Read More >
New Delhi: Rajya Sabha member Kapil Sibal on Saturday cited examples of five voters who were allegedly registered both in West Bengal and Bihar to take a swipe at the BJP, saying the party is only 'atmanirbhar' in elections when the Election Commission is supporting it. Sibal's allegations come days after West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee accused the BJP of trying to include illegal voters from NDA-ruled Bihar, Rajasthan, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh in the electoral rolls of West Bengal ...Read More >
Alappuzha (Kerala), April 4 (SocialNews.XYZ) Rebel CPI-M leader G. Sudhakaran, a former cabinet and party colleague of Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, on Saturday launched a sharp attack against him, rejecting claims of his patronage, and asserting his own long-standing political legacy within the Communist movement. A four-time CPI-M legislator and once among the most popular leaders from Alappuzha, considered one of the party's strongest bastions after Kannur, Sudhakaran said he has s ...Read More >
Alappuzha (Kerala),: Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, on Saturday launched a strong political attack on both the ruling Left Democratic Front (LDF) in Kerala and the BJP-led Union government, alleging a covert understanding between the Left and the BJP-RSS, while announcing a series of welfare promises under a prospective United Democratic Front (UDF) government. Addressing a public meeting in Alappuzha, Gandhi welcomed party leaders, workers, and candidates, and highlig ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: Senior BJP leader K Annamalai on Saturday clarified that he was not denied a ticket for the upcoming Tamil Nadu assembly elections, stating that he himself had chosen not to contest and would instead focus on campaigning for the party and its allies."I had already informed the core committee in writing that I would not be contesting in any constituency. Therefore, it is not that I was denied a ticket the truth is that I chose not to contest the election," Annamalai told reporters at C ...Read More >
New Delhi: Senior Bharatiya Janata Party leader K Annamalai on Saturday clarified that he has not been denied a ticket to contest in the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections and said he himself has chosen not to contest and instead focus on campaigning for the party and its allies."I have informed the core committee in writing that I will not contest from any constituency. So, it is not that I was denied a ticket, the fact is that I chose not to contest the election," Annamalai told reporters ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 4 (ANI): Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology Jitendra Singh on Saturday inaugurated the BIRAC-BioNEST Incubation Centre at Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)-Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI), aimed at strengthening India's food-tech startup ecosystem and accelerating the commercialisation of research. The BioNEST Incubation Centre, set up at CSIR-CFTRI, is designed as a state-of-the-art facility ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 4 (PTI) Rajya Sabha member Kapil Sibal on Saturday cited examples of five voters who were allegedly registered both in West Bengal and Bihar to take a swipe at the BJP, saying the party is only 'atmanirbhar' in elections when the Election Commission is supporting it. Sibal's allegations come days after West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee accused the BJP of trying to include illegal voters from NDA-ruled Bihar, Rajasthan, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh in the electoral rolls of ...Read More >
Thiruvananthapuram: CPI(M) State Secretary M V Govindan Master has expressed strong confidence that the Left Democratic Front (LDF) will secure a historic third consecutive term in Kerala, asserting that there is no anti-incumbency sentiment against the government led by Pinarayi Vijayan. In an interview with ETV Bharat, Govindan said the LDF is poised for a decisive victory, driven by sustained development and effective governance, particularly during crises like the 2018 floods and the COVID- ...Read More >
Pune: The Baramati Assembly by-election has entered a crucial phase, with political activity intensifying ahead of the nomination deadline on April 6. The bypoll was necessitated after the death of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar in a plane crash earlier this year on 28th January. Polling is scheduled for 23rd April, while counting will take place on 4th May. The last date for withdrawal of nominations is 9th April, which is expected to decide whether the election will be contested ...Read More >
Alappuzha (Kerala), Apr 4 (PTI) Top Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Saturday targeted the ruling LDF in Kerala and the BJP, alleging that Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan is in a partnership with people who "attack minorities" in other parts of the country. Addressing an election gathering here, Gandhi reiterated his allegation of a BJP-LDF understanding and accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of not speaking about the Sabarimala issue during the election campaign. Elections to 140 Assembly se ...Read More >
Alappuzha (Kerala), April 4: Launching a sharp political offensive as campaigning enters its final stretch in Kerala, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Saturday accused the CPI-M-led Left of losing its ideological core and alleged a tacit understanding between the LDF and the BJP. Sharing the stage with former Left leader G. Sudhakaran, Gandhi said his presence symbolised a deeper shift within the Left. "He has not come here out of opportunism. Something fundamental has changed in the Left. Today ...Read More >
Alappuzha (Keralam) : Top Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Saturday targeted the ruling LDF in Keralam and the BJP, alleging that Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan is in a partnership with people who "attack minorities" in other parts of the country. Addressing an election gathering here, Gandhi reiterated his allegation of a BJP-LDF understanding and accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of not speaking about the Sabarimala issue during the election campaign. Referring to former CPI(M) leader G Su ...Read More >
Ambikapur (Chhattisgarh) [India], April 4 (ANI): The saying 'talent needs no introduction' found a fitting example at the Khelo India Tribal Games 2026, where wrestlers from Karnataka's Siddi community have made a powerful statement on the mat. Their success is no longer just about medals--it reflects the emergence of an entire community as a force in wrestling. Of African descent, there are about 50,000 Siddis in India, of which one-third live in Karnataka. Out of the nine wrestlers represent ...Read More >
Alappuzha (Kerala) | Top Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Saturday targeted the ruling LDF in Kerala and the BJP, alleging that Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan is in a partnership with people who "attack minorities" in other parts of the country. Addressing an election gathering here, Gandhi reiterated his allegation of a BJPâ€"LDF understanding and accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of not speaking about the Sabarimala issue during the election campaign. Referring to former CPI(M) leader G S ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 4 (ANI): In view of ongoing global geopolitical developments disrupting energy supply chains, Chairperson, PNGRB has undertaken a comprehensive review of the development and expansion of City Gas Distribution (CGD) networks across the country on 31st March 2026, covering the progress of the National PNG Drive, compliance by CGD entities with regard to various directives/advisories issued by MoPNG, PNGRB and various other Government bodies, and new measures to facilitate ...Read More >
Alappuzha (Kerala), Apr 4 (PTI) Top Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Saturday targeted the ruling LDF in Kerala and the BJP, alleging that Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan is in a partnership with people who "attack minorities" in other parts of the country. Addressing an election gathering here, Gandhi reiterated his allegation of a BJP-LDF understanding and accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of not speaking about the Sabarimala issue during the election campaign. Referring to former CPI(M) l ...Read More >
Tamil Nadu Election 2026: Based on the election affidavits filed for the Tamil Nadu Polls, actor-turned-politician and TVK chief Vijay has emerged as the richest candidate. As Tamil Nadu heads for assembly elections, the stage is set for a high-stakes battle between the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) and the AIADMK-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA). Polling in the southern state will be held on April 23, with the counting of votes set for May 4. The current political landscape fe ...Read More >
Sarguja (Chhattisgarh): The deaths of 15 deer at Sanjay Park in Ambikapur, Sarguja district, have raised questions over how the incident was handled, with the Forest Department's explanation drawing scrutiny from locals, activists, and political leaders. While the official statement is that the deaths were caused by dog bites, The official narrative attributing the deaths of the 15 deer to dog bites has failed to convince the public; meanwhile, one deer has even managed to escape from Sanjay Pa ...Read More >
Patna (Bihar) [India], April 4 (ANI): Bihar Minister Ram Kripal Yadav on Saturday reacted to the removal of Raghav Chadha as the Deputy Leader in the Rajya Sabha, saying the action was unjustified. He stated, "Raghav Chadha has not spoken any such word, yet it is unknown why AAP supremo Arvind Kejriwal is angry. The party wants its workers to work like slaves... This is an independent country, which is why Raghav Chadha refused to do slavery, and this is why such action is being taken against h ...Read More >
Patna (Bihar) [India], April 4 (ANI): Bihar Minister Ram Kripal Yadav on Saturday reacted to the removal of Raghav Chadha as the Deputy Leader in the Rajya Sabha, saying the action was unjustified. He stated, "Raghav Chadha has not spoken any such word, yet it is unknown why AAP supremo Arvind Kejriwal is angry. The party wants its workers to work like slaves... This is an independent country, which is why Raghav Chadha refused to do slavery, and this is why such action is being taken against h ...Read More >
Kerala Lottery Result Today: Karunya KR-748 lottery result will be declared today, on Saturday, April 4. Check the live updates and full list of winning numbers from 3 pm. Kerala Lottery Result Today Live, 4-4-2026: The Kerala State Lottery Department is set to announce the results of the Karunya Lottery KR-746 on Saturday, March 28. The draw will take place at Gorky Bhavan near Bakery Junction in Thiruvananthapuram, beginning at 3:00 PM. The lottery features several appealing prizes, includin ...Read More >
Haryana Congress' Disciplinary Action Committee (DAC) will prepare a report and convey its decision to the party high command concerning the issue of alleged cross-voting by five party MLAs during last month's Rajya Sabha elections. The committee, under the chairmanship of party leader Dharampal Malik, met at the Haryana Congress office here on Friday evening. The five MLAs are accused for cross-voting in favour of BJP-backed Independent candidate Satish Nandal and have been issued a show-cause ...Read More >
Chandigarh, Apr 4 (PTI) Haryana Congress' Disciplinary Action Committee (DAC) will prepare a report and convey its decision to the party high command concerning the issue of alleged cross-voting by five party MLAs during last month's Rajya Sabha elections. The committee, under the chairmanship of party leader Dharampal Malik, met at the Haryana Congress office here on Friday evening. The five MLAs are accused for cross-voting in favour of BJP-backed Independent candidate Satish Nandal and have ...Read More >
Judicial Magistrate Saurabh Goyal said the police officer's action was "an attack upon the sanctity of judicial records. In an order dated April 2, the judge said, "I hold that the prosecution has proved beyond reasonable doubt that the accused, SI Kavita Mathur, committed forgery of public documents, forged documents were used as genuine by her for the purpose of deceiving and influencing official processes..." Mathur was posted as an SI at Palam village police station in 2015 when she forged ...Read More >
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