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Thiruvananthapuram: Months of intense campaigning ahead of the Assembly polls in Kerala will come to a close at 6 pm on Tuesday with a kalashakkottu, as the state enters the mandatory 48-hour 'silence period' ahead of polling. Candidates, party workers, and supporters are in the midst of last-minute efforts, with rallies and roadshows being held across constituencies. Party flags are waved, slogans raised, and confetti thrown as campaign fervour peaks. During the silent period, strict restricti ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: The Delhi government on Monday initiated the computerised draw of lots for admissions to entry-level classes (Nursery/KG/Class 1) in private unaided recognised schools for the 2026-27 academic session under the EWS/DG and Children With Special Needs (CWSN) categories. The exercise was conducted in the presence of parents and stakeholders to ensure transparency and fairness, officials said. The Education Department said there has been a significant increase in seats this year, along w ...Read More >
SHIVAMOGGA: Farmers will now need a farmer ID (FID) to buy urea fertiliser, Joint Director of Agriculture Kiran Kumar stated in a press release on Monday. The new rule takes effect from the 2026-27 kharif season. Kumar said that the measure is aimed at bringing transparency to fertiliser distribution and curbing black market sales. Under the system, fertiliser will be distributed through the K-Kisan software based on each farmer's landholding size and crop, ensuring that only the required quant ...Read More >
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) is planning a joint initiative to build the capacity of independent directors and strengthen corporate governance through collaboration with regulators, industry, professional bodies and academic institutions, Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey said. "SEBI will seek to embark on a joint initiative for capacity building of independent directors at scale with a view to further improve corporate governance," he said at the CII corporate governance summit ...Read More >
April 6 (Reuters) - Goldman Sachs' (GS.N), opens new tab private credit fund said its investors sought to repurchase just under 5% of shares in the first quarter, which were fulfilled and below its quarterly repurchase cap. "We believe these results highlight the strong position of GS Credit relative to the broader non-traded BDC (Business Development Company) industry," it said in a regulatory filing on Monday. Fears that artificial intelligence could erode the earnings power of software co ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 6 (UNI) The Delhi government on Monday conducted the computerized draw of lots for entry-level admissions (Nursery, KG and Class 1) under the EWS, DG and CWSN categories in private unaided recognised schools for the 2026-27 academic session. The exercise was carried out by the Directorate of Education at the Old Secretariat in the presence of parents and other stakeholders, with officials stating that the process was designed to ensure transparency. Education Minister Ashish Soo ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 6 (ANI): The Government e Marketplace (GeM) has achieved a cumulative Gross Merchandise Value of Rs 18.4 lakh crore, including over Rs 5 lakh crore GMV in the financial year 2025-26. Addressing the media, Chief Executive Officer, Government e Marketplace, Mihir Kumar stated that crossing a cumulative GMV of Rs 18.4 lakh crore reflects the confidence of buyers, sellers and institutions in a transparent and technology-driven procurement ecosystem. This milestone reflects ...Read More >
Mumbai, April 6: Maharashtra has witnessed a steady expansion in piped natural gas (PNG) connectivity, with total connections reaching 25.36 lakh, including 73,000 new additions in the past month, senior officials said on Monday. Anil Diggikar, Additional Chief Secretary of the Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Protection Department, said the state government's decision to grant "deemed permission" for City Gas Distribution (CGD) pipelines is expected to further accelerate network expansion. H ...Read More >
New Delhi/Itanagar, April 6 (SocialNews.XYZ) Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Monday welcomed the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) inquiry, as directed by the Supreme Court, and assured full cooperation with the Central agency. On the related development, the Opposition Congress demanded the immediate resignation of the Chief Minister following the Supreme Court order on the CBI probe. Reacting to the development, Khandu said the probe would help "clear the air" and reaffir ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 6 (PTI) Over 55,000 seats were allotted for entry-level admissions in private unaided recognised schools in Delhi under the Economically Weaker Section, Disadvantaged Group, and Children With Special Needs categories for the 2026-27 academic session, as the Directorate of Education conducted a computerised draw of lots on Monday. According to a notified schedule, scrutiny of documents for selected candidates will be carried out by zonal authorities between April 9 and 22, while ad ...Read More >
The Voice of the People Party (VPP) in Meghalaya has called on the Centre to adopt a "balanced approach" to the proposed amendments to the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA), warning that certain provisions could affect property rights and disrupt welfare services. In a representation submitted to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the party expressed "deep concern" over clauses that may allow the government to take over or control assets of organisations whose FCRA registration is cancell ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 6 (ANI): The Directorate of Education, Government of Delhi, on Monday conducted a computerised draw of lots for admissions under the EWS/DG and Children With Special Needs (CWSN) categories for the academic session 2026-27. Delhi Education Minister Ashish Sood formally initiated and witnessed the draw at the Old Secretariat, held in the presence of parents and stakeholders to ensure transparency and fairness. Speaking on the occasion here, Sood said the Delhi Governmen ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 6 (ANI): The current framework for disclosures and the maintenance of corporate governance standards remain centered on the active responsibility of independent directors and company management, said SEBI Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey. Speaking to the media on the sidelines of the CII 19th Corporate Governance Summit in Mumbai, he noted that while regulations provide the necessary structure, the quality of governance is determined by the capability and diligence of those ...Read More >
New Delhi: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Monday raised concerns over India's data sovereignty and asserted that the country should be leading the global tech race, but instead it is being kept in the dark about how its data will be protected. The Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha said India's data belongs to its people and in the AI economy, it can be one of its biggest strengths - to build AI, grow companies, and create jobs. "So I asked the government some important questions about the ...Read More >
Gandhi said India should be at the forefront of the global technology race but is instead being "kept in the dark" about critical issues related to data protection and usage. Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Monday raised concerns over India's data sovereignty, alleging a lack of transparency from the government on how citizens' data will be protected amid ongoing digital trade negotiations with the United States. Gandhi said India should be at the forefront of the global technology race b ...Read More >
New Delhi: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Monday raised concerns over India's data sovereignty and asserted that the country should be leading the global tech race, but instead it is being kept in the dark about how its data will be protected. The Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha said India's data belongs to its people and in the AI economy, it can be one of its biggest strengths - to build AI, grow companies, and create jobs. "So I asked the government some important questions about the ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 6 (PTI) Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Monday raised concerns over India's data sovereignty and asserted that the country should be leading the global tech race, but instead it is being kept in the dark about how its data will be protected. The Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha said India's data belongs to its people and in the AI economy, it can be one of its biggest strengths - to build AI, grow companies, and create jobs. "So I asked the government some important questio ...Read More >
ILLUSTRATIVE: A WORKER carries sacks of rice inside a warehouse at a wholesale market in Navi Mumbai, India, January 13, 2026. India is stepping up its presence in Africa with a two-track strategy that mixes food aid with long-term economic ambition. For more stories from The Media Line go to themedialine.org In recent weeks, New Delhi has shipped rice to Burkina Faso, Malawi, and Mozambique while policy thinkers in India are urging a stronger push into Africa's critical minerals sector, argu ...Read More >
Guwahati (Assam) [India], April 5 (ANI): Ahead of the Assembly polls, Chief Electoral Officer of Assam, Anurag Goel, on Sunday said that all preparations are in place for the polling scheduled on April 9, with special focus on encouraging young voters and ensuring foolproof security and accessibility at polling stations. Speaking to ANI, Goel said, "For polling in Assam on 9 April, preparations are in place. Polling parties are trained, and stations are identified with facilities like ramps, wh ...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 >
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 >
VMPL New Delhi [India], April 4: Binance, the world's leading cryptocurrency exchange and blockchain infrastructure provider, today reiterated its longstanding commitment to user safety and responsible trading by reinforcing comprehensive guidance to help retail users identify, avoid, and report impersonation fraud. Central to its ongoing effort is Binance Verify -- its official channel-authentication tool, which has been freely accessible to all users worldwide since its launch, with no accoun ...Read More >
The Centre has decided to act against rumours and misinformation concerning the availability of LPG cylinders and other petroleum products amid the global energy crisis due to the Iran war. The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has written to the Chief Secretaries of all states and Union Territories, urging them to conduct daily press briefings and share accurate and timely information through social and electronic media. Currently, only 17 states and Union Territories are conducting press ...Read More >
Earlier, bidders were required to physically deposit EMD at the office of the division of the concerned project. This system often led to unnecessary interfaces, potential information leaks, and concerns regarding fairness in the bidding process, the official said. "Now, EMD will only be accepted through online mode. The original EMD will be required to be submitted only by the L1 bidder (the one who quotes the lowest price) within a stipulated timeframe after the opening of bids," said the off ...Read More >
New Delhi: In a move aimed at enhancing transparency in public works, the Flood Control and Irrigation Department has shifted the submission of Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) in tenders to a completely online system, doing away with physical deposits at project offices.Officials said the earlier mechanism required bidders to submit EMDs in person, leading to unnecessary human interface, concerns over information leaks and questions about fairness in the bidding process. Under the revised system, bi ...Read More >
Mumbai: The Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) suspended its recent directive that required domestic airlines to offer at least 60% of their aircraft seats without additional selection fees. The decision, issued on Thursday, puts the mandate in abeyance just 16 days after its initial announcement. The Indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO) welcomed the policy reversal and urged the government to offer seasonal subsidy foor passenger convenience. On Thursday, the ministry wrote to the Direct ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 3 (ANI): The Delhi government's Flood Control & Irrigation Department has introduced a key reform in the tendering process by submitting Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) completely online, a step towards ensuring transparency, fairness, and accountability in public works. According to a press release, earlier, bidders were required to physically deposit EMD at the office where the project was located. This system often led to unnecessary interfaces, potential information lea ...Read More >
Three railway police officers in Mumbai were dismissed after extorting a jeweller at Mumbai Central station, highlighting issues of corruption and police misconduct. Photograph: ANI PhotoKey PointsThree Mumbai railway police officers were dismissed for extorting a jeweller at Mumbai Central station.The officers threatened the jeweller with legal action after finding gold and cash in his luggage.The officers failed to follow standard operating procedures during the luggage check.The railway poli ...Read More >
Lucknow: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said that the financial year 2026-27 is going to be very important for youth preparing to join the Uttar Pradesh Police. Preparations are underway to recruit more than 81,000 posts in the UP Police within this year. Chief Minister stated, "This large-scale recruitment drive will not only provide employment opportunities to youth but will also equip the state with a capable, energetic and modern police force". Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath was reviewing t ...Read More >
Mumbai, Apr 3 (PTI) Three railway policemen were dismissed from service for seeking money from a Rajasthan-based jeweller at Mumbai Central station, an official said on Friday. He identified the dismissed personnel as assistant sub inspector Lalit Jagtap, constables Rahul Bhosle and Anil Rathod, all attached to Mumbai Central railway police station. "On August 10 last year, they checked the luggage of the jeweller, who was about to board the Duronto Express. They found gold and cash, after whi ...Read More >
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