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They told me to tell Modi: Karnataka woman carries terror message

Shivamogga, Apr 22 (UNI) What was meant to be a peaceful family holiday in the Kashmir valley turned into a living nightmare — and a haunting message from the mouth of terror has now travelled over 2,500 kilometres to a tear-stricken home in Shivamogga.

#They told me to tell Modi: Karnataka woman carries terror message

Big carnage in Kashmir; Terrorists kill 28, injure 10 at tourist destination Pahalgam
Pahalgam (Kashmir), Apr 22 (UNI) Terrorists on Tuesday carried out a major carnage in this world famous tourist destination in Kashmir by targeting vacationers, leaving at least 28 people dead and around 10 injured.
#Big carnage in Kashmir; Terrorists kill 28 #injure 10 at tourist destination Pahalgam

Mizoram: Two kids drown in village pond

Aizawl, Apr 22 (UNI) Two young boys tragically drowned in a village pond at Saiphai Banglaveng in Kolasib district, northern Mizoram, around 4:00 pm today, police said.

#Mizoram: Two kids drown in village pond

LSG post 159/6 as Mukesh Kumar bags 4 wickets
Lucknow, Apr 22 (UNI) Mukesh Kumar delivered a sensational final spell, claiming four key wickets including two in the last over, to restrict Lucknow Super Giants to 159 for 6 against Delhi Capitals in Match 40 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 at Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Stadium here on Tuesday.
#LSG post 159/6 as Mukesh Kumar bags 4 wickets

LSG post 159/6 as Mukesh Kumar bags 4 wickets
Lucknow, Apr 22 (UNI) Mukesh Kumar delivered a sensational final spell, claiming four key wickets including two in the last over, to restrict Lucknow Super Giants to 159 for 6 against Delhi Capitals in Match 40 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 at Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Stadium here on Tuesday.
#LSG post 159/6 as Mukesh Kumar bags 4 wickets

LSG post 159/6 as Mukesh Kumar bags 4 wickets
Lucknow, Apr 22 (UNI) Mukesh Kumar delivered a sensational final spell, claiming four key wickets including two in the last over, to restrict Lucknow Super Giants to 159 for 6 against Delhi Capitals in Match 40 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 at Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Stadium here on Tuesday.
#LSG post 159/6 as Mukesh Kumar bags 4 wickets

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''One Nation, One Election'' could potentially boost India''s GDP by 1.5 percent : Anurag Thakur

Srinagar, Apr 22 (UNI) Former Union Minister and BJP leader Anurag Thakur on Tuesday strongly advocated for the implementation of One Nation, One Election (ONOE), citing its benefits in reducing election-related expenses and streamlining governance.

#''One Nation #One Election'' could potentially boost India''s GDP by 1.5 percent : Anurag Thakur



PM Modi condemns terror attack in Pahalgam, says fight against terrorism is unshakable

New Delhi, Apr 22 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday strongly condemned the terror attack on tourists in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir and said the resolve to fight terrorism is unshakable and it will get even stronger.

#PM Modi condemns terror attack in Pahalgam #says fight against terrorism is unshakable

AIADMK stages walk out from TN Assembly

Chennai, Apr 22 (UNI) The main Opposition AIADMK staged a walk out from the
Tamil Nadu Assembly after Speaker M.Appavu refused permission to its Leader
to speak on Tuesday after heated arguments with the Chair.

#AIADMK stages walk out from TN Assembly



Chameera returns as DC opt to field against LSG

Lucknow, Apr 22 (UNI) Sri Lankan speedster Dushmantha Chameera returned to the playing XI as Delhi Capitals skipper Axar Patel won the toss and elected to field against Lucknow Super Giants in their IPL encounter at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Stadium here on Tuesday.

#Chameera returns as DC opt to field against LSG



Chameera returns as DC opt to field against LSG

Lucknow, Apr 22 (UNI) Sri Lankan speedster Dushmantha Chameera returned to the playing XI as Delhi Capitals skipper Axar Patel won the toss and elected to field against Lucknow Super Giants in their IPL encounter at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Stadium here on Tuesday.

#Chameera returns as DC opt to field against LSG



Shah condemns terror attack in Pahalgam; leaves for Srinagar

New Delhi, Apr 22 (UNI) Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday condemned the terror attack on tourists in Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir, expressing outrage and affirming that the perpetrators of the dastardly act will not be spared.

#Shah condemns terror attack in Pahalgam; leaves for Srinagar

UP govt to launch major drainage drive ahead of monsoon

Lucknow, Apr 22 (UNI) Ahead of the monsoon, the Uttar Pradesh government has launched a statewide campaign to upgrade urban drainage systems, official sources said here on Tuesday.

#UP govt to launch major drainage drive ahead of monsoon



Five Indian touts arrested from Agartala in separate raids

Agartala, Apr 22 (UNI) A combined force comprising Agartala General Railway Police (GRP), BSF and police on Tuesday arrested five Indian touts allegedly engaged in human trafficking from Bangladesh.

#Five Indian touts arrested from Agartala in separate raids



Bengaluru road rage: IAF officer''s conduct is deeply disrespectful - Siddaramaiah

Bengaluru, Apr 22 (UNI) Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Tuesday expressed strong disapproval over an incident in CV Raman Nagar here in which an Indian Air Force (IAF) officer allegedly assaulted a local resident and made disparaging remarks about the state and its people.

#Bengaluru road rage: IAF officer''s conduct is deeply disrespectful - Siddaramaiah



Non-bailable warrants issued against CM of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Lahore, Apr 22 (UNI) Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Ali Amin Gandapur was issued a non-bailable warrant on Tuesday for his alleged involvement in violent protests last October in Lahore.

#Non-bailable warrants issued against CM of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa



6.6-magnitude earthquake strikes Indonesia''s North Sulawesi, no tsunami threat

Jakarta, Apr 22 (UNI) A 6.6-magnitude earthquake struck off Indonesia'' North Sulawesi province on Tuesday without triggering large waves, according to the country''s Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency.

#6.6-magnitude earthquake strikes Indonesia''s North Sulawesi #no tsunami threat



Rupee falls 7 paise against USD

Mumbai, Apr 22 (UNI) The Rupee on Tuesday slipped seven paise to close at 85.20 against USD, on rising demand for US Dollar from foreign banks and importers, dealers at the Forex Market said.

#Rupee falls 7 paise against USD

TPCC leader Jaggareddy extends aid to cancer patient in Sadashivapet

Medak (Telangana), Apr 22 (UNI) In a compassionate gesture, Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee (TPCC) Working President T Jaggareddy on Tuesday extended financial assistance of Rs 10 lakh to a cancer-stricken woman from Sadashivapet in Medak district.

#TPCC leader Jaggareddy extends aid to cancer patient in Sadashivapet

KKR launch ShahoshiRani to honour courageous women of India

Kolkata, Apr 22 (UNI) Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), the reigning TATA IPL champions, successfully launched their #ShahoshiRani initiative on Tuesday alongside the 8th edition of Knight Golf at The Royal Calcutta Golf Club (RCGC).

#KKR launch ShahoshiRani to honour courageous women of India



SC to hear next week contempt plea against BJP MP Dubey over remarks on CJI

New Delhi, Apr 22 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Tuesday directed that a plea seeking initiation of contempt proceedings against Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Member of Parliament Nishikant Dubey, for his controversial remarks targeting the apex court and Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna, be listed for hearing next week.

#SC to hear next week contempt plea against BJP MP Dubey over remarks on CJI

Forest beat lacklustre Tottenham to go third in Premier League

London, Apr 22 (UNI) Nottingham Forest boosted their Champions League hopes as an impressive victory against Tottenham moved them back up to third in the Premier League.

#Forest beat lacklustre Tottenham to go third in Premier League



Guadalajara sacks manager Espinoza

Mexico City, Apr 22 (UNI) Guadalajara sacked manager Gerardo Espinoza after the club failed to
reach the Liga MX post-season.

#Guadalajara sacks manager Espinoza



Guadalajara sacks manager Espinoza

Mexico City, Apr 22 (UNI) Guadalajara sacked manager Gerardo Espinoza after the club failed to
reach the Liga MX post-season.

#Guadalajara sacks manager Espinoza



AG, SG dispute applicability of TN Guv ruling to Kerala bills row

New Delhi, April 22(UNI) Attorney General R Venkataramani and Solicitor General Tushar Mehta on Tuesday opposed the Kerala government’s submission that the Supreme Court''s recent verdict on the Tamil Nadu Governor should also govern the constitutional issues arising in its dispute with Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan over delays in bill assent and subsequent presidential decisions.

#AG #SG dispute applicability of TN Guv ruling to Kerala bills row



Leeds United, Burnley promoted back to Premier League

London, Apr 22 (UNI) Burnley and Leeds United were promoted from the Championship to the Premier League after their wins on Monday.

#Leeds United #Burnley promoted back to Premier League



Leeds United, Burnley promoted back to Premier League

London, Apr 22 (UNI) Burnley and Leeds United were promoted from the Championship to the Premier League after their wins on Monday.

#Leeds United #Burnley promoted back to Premier League



Nagpur riots: Court grants bail to key accused

Mumbai April 22 (UNI) A Judicial Magistrate of First Class (JMFC) court granted bail to Hamid Engineer, a key accused of March 17 Nagpur violence in Maharashtra, police said on Tuesday.

#Nagpur riots: Court grants bail to key accused



Rupee steady at 85.13 against USD

Mumbai, Apr 22 (UNI) The Rupee on Tuesday was seen unchanged at 85.13 against USD in early trade on selling of USD by bankers and exporters, dealers at the Forex Market informed.

#Rupee steady at 85.13 against USD



Uppal to burn bright as SRH face rampaging MI

By BD Narayankar
Hyderabad, Apr 22 (UNI) A resurgent Mumbai Indians side will look to consolidate their mid-season comeback when they take on Sunrisers Hyderabad in Match 41 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 at Uppal here on Wednesday.

#Uppal to burn bright as SRH face rampaging MI



Uppal to burn bright as SRH face rampaging MI

By BD Narayankar
Hyderabad, Apr 22 (UNI) A resurgent Mumbai Indians side will look to consolidate their mid-season comeback when they take on Sunrisers Hyderabad in Match 41 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 at Uppal here on Wednesday.

#Uppal to burn bright as SRH face rampaging MI



Uppal to burn bright as SRH face rampaging MI

By BD Narayankar
Hyderabad, Apr 22 (UNI) A resurgent Mumbai Indians side will look to consolidate their mid-season comeback when they take on Sunrisers Hyderabad in Match 41 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 at Uppal here on Wednesday.

#Uppal to burn bright as SRH face rampaging MI



Go Ahead Eagles win first-ever Dutch Cup in dramatic penalty shootout

The Hague, Apr 22 (UNI) Go Ahead Eagles captured the Dutch KNVB Cup for the first time in the club''s history on Monday, beating AZ 4-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in a thrilling final in Rotterdam.

#Go Ahead Eagles win first-ever Dutch Cup in dramatic penalty shootout



Go Ahead Eagles win first-ever Dutch Cup in dramatic penalty shootout

The Hague, Apr 22 (UNI) Go Ahead Eagles captured the Dutch KNVB Cup for the first time in the club''s history on Monday, beating AZ 4-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in a thrilling final in Rotterdam.

#Go Ahead Eagles win first-ever Dutch Cup in dramatic penalty shootout

Pope Francis' compassion, courage, humility inspired millions - Thai Prime Minister

Moscow, Apr 22 (UNI) Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra on Monday, on behalf of the Thai people, expressed condolences over the passing of Pope Francis, saying that his compassion, courage, and humility "inspired millions of people across faiths and nations."
Earlier in the day, the Holy See announced that Pope Francis died on Easter Monday at the age of 88 at his residence in the Vatican''s Casa Santa Marta.

#Pope Francis' compassion # courage # humility inspired millions - Thai Prime Minister



Magistrate warns accused of action before NCW for intimidation & harassment

New Delhi, Apr 21 (UNI) A Magistrate court here has convicted a man in a cheque bounce case and warned him of appropriate action against him before the National Commission for Women for alleged threats and harassment.

#Magistrate warns accused of action before NCW for intimidation & harassment

MPCC chief criticises govt over water shortage in Maha

Mumbai, Apr 21 (UNI) Maharashtra Pradesh Congress Committee (MPCC) president Harshvardhan Sapkal on Monday took a swipe at the BJP-led central and the state governments over scarcity of water in the state.

#MPCC chief criticises govt over water shortage in Maha



Ramban Tragedy: J&K CM assures all possible support to victims, says priority is to restore highway

Jammu, Apr 21 (UNI) To assess the damages caused, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday visited the cloudburst and landslide-hit Ramban district.

#Ramban Tragedy: J&K CM assures all possible support to victims #says priority is to restore highway

202 mt of diaphragm wall construction completed: Minister

Rajahmundry, Apr 21 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Minister for Water Resources Development Nimmala Ramanaidu has made it clear that 202 meters of new diaphragm wall of the Polavaram project has been constructed so far.

#202 mt of diaphragm wall construction completed: Minister

Suspect arrested in Bengaluru road rage case

Bengaluru, Apr 21 (UNI) Vikas Kumar, the man involved in the alleged assault of Indian Air Force (IAF) officers Wing Commander Vikramanas Shiladitya Bose and his wife, Squadron Leader Madhumita Das, during a road rage incident in Bengaluru, has been arrested, the city police confirmed here on Monday.

#Suspect arrested in Bengaluru road rage case



Shubman Gill 90 powers GT to 198/3 against KKR

Kolkata, Apr 21 (UNI) Gujarat Titans (GT) skipper Shubman Gill produced a batting exhibition, hammering a scintillating 90 off 55 deliveries to guide his side to an imposing 198/3 against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the iconic Eden Gardens on Monday night.

#Shubman Gill 90 powers GT to 198/3 against KKR



Shubman Gill 90 powers GT to 198/3 against KKR

Kolkata, Apr 21 (UNI) Gujarat Titans (GT) skipper Shubman Gill produced a batting exhibition, hammering a scintillating 90 off 55 deliveries to guide his side to an imposing 198/3 against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the iconic Eden Gardens on Monday night.

#Shubman Gill 90 powers GT to 198/3 against KKR



Shubman Gill 90 powers GT to 198/3 against KKR

Kolkata, Apr 21 (UNI) Gujarat Titans (GT) skipper Shubman Gill produced a batting exhibition, hammering a scintillating 90 off 55 deliveries to guide his side to an imposing 198/3 against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the iconic Eden Gardens on Monday night.

#Shubman Gill 90 powers GT to 198/3 against KKR



SC asks Cure SMA Foundation to file detailed plea against comedian Samay Raina

New Delhi, Apr 21 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Monday expressed deep concern over allegations of derogatory and insensitive remarks made against persons with disabilities by stand-up comedian Samay Raina and others, including public figures and cricketers, on social media and digital platforms.

#SC asks Cure SMA Foundation to file detailed plea against comedian Samay Raina



SC asks Cure SMA Foundation to file detailed plea against comedian Samay Raina

New Delhi, Apr 21 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Monday expressed deep concern over allegations of derogatory and insensitive remarks made against persons with disabilities by stand-up comedian Samay Raina and others, including public figures and cricketers, on social media and digital platforms.

#SC asks Cure SMA Foundation to file detailed plea against comedian Samay Raina



Army Chief pays homage to Naib Subedar Baldev Singh

New Delhi, Apr 21 (UNI) Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) General Upendra Dwivedi on Monday paid homage to Naib Subedar Baldev Singh, who laid down his life in the line of duty in the Siachen Glacier.

#Army Chief pays homage to Naib Subedar Baldev Singh



Airtel announces new features in its continued fight against SPAM

Kolkata, Apr 21 (UNI) Following the launch of its AI powered spam detection tool that flagged over 27.5 billion calls as SPAM to its customers, telecom operator Airtel on Monday announced the introduction of two significant enhancements aimed at staying ahead of spammers.

#Airtel announces new features in its continued fight against SPAM

Kashmir Super 50 shines in JEE Mains 2025 again

Srinagar, Apr 21 (UNI) Kashmir Super 50, has once again proven its mettle in the JEE Mains 2025, with its students delivering outstanding performances.

#Kashmir Super 50 shines in JEE Mains 2025 again

JK police crack theft case in Srinagar, accused arrested

Srinagar, Apr 21 (UNI) Jammu & Kashmir Police on Monday said they have cracked a theft case in Srinagar district with the arrest of the accused involved.

#JK police crack theft case in Srinagar # accused arrested

ParamNetwork launches India’s 1st enterprise-grade Agentic AI platform

Pune, Apr 21 (UNI) ParamNetwork on Monday announced the global launch of (param) ai/studio, India’s first enterprise-grade Agentic AI platform, designed to meet the complex requirements of modern enterprises.

#ParamNetwork launches India’s 1st enterprise-grade Agentic AI platform



IPL 2025: Sanju Samson to miss RR match against RCB due to side strain

Jaipur, Apr 21 (UNI) Rajasthan Royals captain Sanju Samson will not be travelling to Bengaluru for the side''s Indian Premier League (IPL) fixture against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on April 24, the franchise confirmed on Monday.

#IPL 2025: Sanju Samson to miss RR match against RCB due to side strain



IPL 2025: Sanju Samson to miss RR match against RCB due to side strain

Jaipur, Apr 21 (UNI) Rajasthan Royals captain Sanju Samson will not be travelling to Bengaluru for the side''s Indian Premier League (IPL) fixture against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on April 24, the franchise confirmed on Monday.

#IPL 2025: Sanju Samson to miss RR match against RCB due to side strain



IPL 2025: Sanju Samson to miss RR match against RCB due to side strain

Jaipur, Apr 21 (UNI) Rajasthan Royals captain Sanju Samson will not be travelling to Bengaluru for the side''s Indian Premier League (IPL) fixture against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on April 24, the franchise confirmed on Monday.

#IPL 2025: Sanju Samson to miss RR match against RCB due to side strain



SC suggests damages over writ petition in Covishield disability case

New Delhi, Apr 21 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Monday advised a man, who developed a severe lower limb disability allegedly after receiving a dose of the Covishield vaccine, to consider filing a civil suit for damages rather than pursuing a writ petition for compensation and medical assistance.

#SC suggests damages over writ petition in Covishield disability case



More than 300 individuals joined the BJP in Srinagar

Srinagar, Apr 21 (UNI) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Jammu & Kashmir on Monday said that more than 300 individuals joined the party today in Srinagar.

#More than 300 individuals joined the BJP in Srinagar



Jagga Reddy hails Govt''s decision to launch cancer screening centres in Telangana

Hyderabad, Apr 21 (UNI) Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee (TPCC) Working President Jagga Reddy lauded the state government’s landmark decision to establish Cancer Screening Centres in Hyderabad’s slums, poor localities, and rural villages, calling it a much-needed step toward saving lives and supporting financially vulnerable families.

#Jagga Reddy hails Govt''''s decision to launch cancer screening centres in Telangana

IAF officer assaulted in Bengaluru road rage

Bengaluru, Apr 21 (UNI) An IAF officer was on Monday allegedly assaulted in broad daylight in central Bengaluru, with several bystanders either standing idle or siding with the attacker, police and witnesses said.

#IAF officer assaulted in Bengaluru road rage

Rupee up 24 paise against USD

Mumbai, Apr 21 (UNI) The Rupee remained strong on Monday too, advancing 24 paise at 85.13
against USD, on brisk selling of US Dollar from foreign banks and exporters, dealers at the Forex Market said.

#Rupee up 24 paise against USD



Catholic Church head Pope Francis dies aged 88, world leaders mourn his passing

Rome, Apr 21 (UNI) Pope Francis, the head of the Catholic Church, has died aged 88 after serving as the head of the Vatican for 12 years.

#Catholic Church head Pope Francis dies aged 88 #world leaders mourn his passing



Modi mourns Pope Francis, calls him ‘beacon of compassion & spiritual courage’

New Delhi, April 21 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday expressed his “heartfelt condolences” over the passing away of Pope Francis, calling him as a “beacon of compassion, humility and spiritual courage by millions across the world”.

#Modi mourns Pope Francis #calls him ‘beacon of compassion & spiritual courage’

Hyderabad star Stephen Rogers dominates 4W Drag Championship

Chennai, Apr 21 (UNI) Hyderabad ace Stephen Jyothi Rogers Pachigalla started his campaign in the
FMSCI Indian National Drag Racing Championship 2025 (4-wheeler) with a grand triple crown in the
premier Unrestricted class, besides setting a National record, as he topped the category in both first
and second rounds held at the Taneja Aerospace, Hosur, last weekend (April 18-20).

#Hyderabad star Stephen Rogers dominates 4W Drag Championship



Justin Thomas beat Novak in play-off to win RBC Heritage

South Carolina, Apr 21 (UNI) Justin Thomas beat fellow American Andrew Novak in a play-off to win the RBC Heritage as he claimed his first win since the 2022 US PGA Championship.

#Justin Thomas beat Novak in play-off to win RBC Heritage



Justin Thomas beat Novak in play-off to win RBC Heritage

South Carolina, Apr 21 (UNI) Justin Thomas beat fellow American Andrew Novak in a play-off to win the RBC Heritage as he claimed his first win since the 2022 US PGA Championship.

#Justin Thomas beat Novak in play-off to win RBC Heritage



Pakistan make home advantage count in thrilling Qualifier

Lahore, Apr 21 (UNI) The ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 Qualifier went down to the wire,
with the final place at the main event not decided until the very latter stages of the competition.

#Pakistan make home advantage count in thrilling Qualifier



Pakistan make home advantage count in thrilling Qualifier

Lahore, Apr 21 (UNI) The ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 Qualifier went down to the wire,
with the final place at the main event not decided until the very latter stages of the competition.

#Pakistan make home advantage count in thrilling Qualifier



SC to lawyer: Seek AG’s nod before filing contempt case against BJP MP

New Delhi, April 21 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Monday advised a lawyer seeking contempt proceedings against BJP MP Nishikant Dubey to first obtain consent from the Attorney General of India.

#SC to lawyer: Seek AG’s nod before filing contempt case against BJP MP



Man killed after being hit by train near Anantnag railway station

Srinagar, Apr 21 (UNI) A 43-year-old man lost his life after being hit by a moving train Sunday evening in Jammu and Kashmir’s Anantnag district, officials said.

#Man killed after being hit by train near Anantnag railway station



J&K: 20-yr-old lady, teenager found hanging

Jammu, Apr 21 (UNI) A 20-yr-old woman and a teenager were found hanging in a rented accommodation in Bari Brahmana area of Samba district in Jammu and Kashmir.

#J&K: 20-yr-old lady #teenager found hanging



6 killed, 2 injured as car collides with tree in Kushinagar

Kushinagar (UP), Apr 21 (UNI) Sis persons were killed and two others were injured when a car collided with a tree in Nebua Naurangia area of Kushinagar district here in Uttar Pradesh, police sources said here on Monday.

#6 killed #2 injured as car collides with tree in Kushinagar



China''s AG600 large amphibious aircraft obtains type certificate

Beijing, Apr 21 (UNI) China''s independently developed AG600 large amphibious firefighting aircraft on Sunday obtained its type certificate from the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) in Beijing, marking its successful development and approval to enter the market.

#China''s AG600 large amphibious aircraft obtains type certificate



UK to boost production of explosives, shells to hedge against dependence on US - Reports

London, Apr 21 (UNI) As part of efforts to eliminate dependence on the United States and France in the production of ammunition, the United Kingdom intends to significantly increase the production of hexogen explosive, which is used in NATO 155-millimeter shells, the Times newspaper reported, citing a UK defense company.

#UK to boost production of explosives #shells to hedge against dependence on US - Reports

HP: Nadda parries queries about action against MP for comments against SC

Kangra, Apr 20 (UNI) National President of BJP Jagat Prakash Nadda on Sunday parried queries on whether the party was planning action against its MP Nishikant Dubey for his utterances against the Supreme Court and the Chief Justice of India,
When asked at a media conference what action the BJP National President was planning against Nishikant Dubey, Nadda said the event was for Himachal Pradesh Issues only and not for anything related to Dubey.

#HP: Nadda parries queries about action against MP for comments against SC

69 pc of Gaza under Israeli displacement orders: UN agency

Gaza, Apr 20 (UNI) The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) said Sunday that 69 percent of the Gaza Strip is under active Israeli displacement orders.

#69 pc of Gaza under Israeli displacement orders: UN agency



Arunachal Guv inaugurates War Memorial honouring late soldier Lance Naik Agoi Wangsa

Itanagar, Apr 20 (UNI) In a solemn yet proud moment for Arunachal Pradesh, the State Governor Lt General (Retd) KT Parnaik on Sunday virtually inaugurated a War Memorial at Longding in honour of Lance Naik Agoi Wangsa, Shaurya Chakra (posthumous), a valiant son of the state who laid down his life during a counter-insurgency operation in Punjab in 1992.

#Arunachal Guv inaugurates War Memorial honouring late soldier Lance Naik Agoi Wangsa



Malviya demands Mamata Banerjee’s resignation for labelling "false" charges against BJP-RSS

Kolkata, Apr 20 (UNI) After West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee accused the BJP and RSS of inciting communal violence in various parts of the state, including Murshidabad, BJP it cell chief Amit Malviya on Sunday demanded her resignation for "misleading" the public.

#Malviya demands Mamata Banerjee’s resignation for labelling "false" charges against BJP-RSS



Maha: Fadnavis distributes Pink e-rickshaws to 50 eligible women beneficiaries in Nagpur

Nagpur, Apr 20 (UNI) Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Sunday distributed Pink e-rickshaws to 50 eligible women beneficiaries of the district under the Pink e-rickshaw scheme of the Women & Child Development Department at the Planning Building here.

#Maha: Fadnavis distributes Pink e-rickshaws to 50 eligible women beneficiaries in Nagpur



Maha: Fadnavis unveils logo of Nagpur Municipal Corporation

Nagpur, Apr 20 (UNI) Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Sunday unveiled the logo created for the Amrit Mahotsav year of Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) at the Chief Minister''s Secretariat at Hyderabad House here.

#Maha: Fadnavis unveils logo of Nagpur Municipal Corporation

Body of youth found in trolley bag in Deoria

Deoria (UP), Apr 20 (UNI) The body of a 30-year-old unidentified youth was recovered from a trolley bag in Tarkulwa area of the district on Sunday, a senior officer said here.

#Body of youth found in trolley bag in Deoria



BJP spreading confusion, propagating lies: Akhilesh

Prayagraj, Apr 20 (UNI) Samajwadi Party (SP) president Akhilesh Yadav on Sunday accused the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of spreading confusion and hiding the truth.

#BJP spreading confusion #propagating lies: Akhilesh



After Bilawal''s threat, Islamabad agrees to hold dialogue with Sindh over canals project

Islamabad, Apr 20 (UNI) After Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari threatened to cancel his alliance with the ruling PML-N if the Sindh canals project is not scrapped, the Pakistan federal government has decided to hold a dialogue with the Sindh government to address the issue.

#After Bilawal''s threat #Islamabad agrees to hold dialogue with Sindh over canals project



IAF joins multinational air combat exercise Desert Flag-10 in UAE

New Delhi, Apr 20 (UNI) A contingent of the Indian Air Force (IAF) arrived at the Al Dhafra Air Base in the United Arab Emirates to participate in the multinational air combat exercise ''Desert Flag-10''.

#IAF joins multinational air combat exercise Desert Flag-10 in UAE



Kharge questions PM''s promise of Rs 1.25 lakh crore package for Bihar

Buxar, Apr 20 (UNI) Questioning Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s promise of Rs 1.25 lakh crore financial package for Bihar, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge dubbed it as an eyewash and alleged that it seems Modi and his "friend" Nitish Kumar, Chief Minister of the state, shared it.

#Kharge questions PM''s promise of Rs 1.25 lakh crore package for Bihar



Tendency of comment by BJP leaders against SC, CJI should be curbed: Dimple

Etawah (UP), Apr 20 (UNI) Samajwadi Party (SP) Lok Sabha MP from Mainpuri Dimple Yadav on Sunday said that the tendency of giving statements against the Supreme Court and the Chief Justice of India (CJI) should be curbed.

#Tendency of comment by BJP leaders against SC #CJI should be curbed: Dimple



Maha: Police detain teenager who damages BEST bus and other vehicle

Mumbai, Apr 20 (UNI) A 16-year-old boy damaged a BEST bus, several autorickshaws, and a water tanker with a sword in the Bhandup West area of the city suburb and was later detained by the police on a complaint filed by a bus driver official here on Sunday .

#Maha: Police detain teenager who damages BEST bus and other vehicle



J&K: Three dead, property damaged, NH blocked in cloudburst, landslide hit Ramban district

Jammu, Apr 20 (UNI) Three people have died in the cloudburst, while loss of property for some families due to hailstorm and flash floods, and the Jammu-Srinagar national highway is shut after a landslide triggered due to heavy rains in Ramban district of Jammu and Kashmir.

#J&K: Three dead #property damaged #NH blocked in cloudburst #landslide hit Ramban district



A policeman killed his colleague in Bettiah police line

Bettiah, April 20 (UNI)Sarvjeet, a policeman, shot dead his fellow policeman Sonu Kumar following a personal dispute in Bettiah police line.

#A policeman killed his colleague in Bettiah police line



U.S. tariffs threaten Arab non-oil exports: UN agency

Beirut, Apr 20 (UNI) A sharp rise in U.S. trade protectionism is placing Arab economies under mounting pressure, endangering 22 billion U.S. dollars worth of non-oil exports, according to a policy brief released Saturday by the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA).

#U.S. tariffs threaten Arab non-oil exports: UN agency



Hamas rejects deal to return half of living hostages: Israeli PM

Jerusalem, Apr 20 (UNI) Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Saturday evening that Hamas had rejected a proposal for the return of half of the living hostages in Gaza by demanding the end of the war and an Israeli military retreat from Gaza.

#Hamas rejects deal to return half of living hostages: Israeli PM

U.S. tariffs threaten Arab non-oil exports: UN agency

Beirut Apr 19 (UNI) -- A sharp rise in U.S. trade protectionism is placing Arab economies under mounting pressure, endangering 22 billion U.S. dollars worth of non-oil exports, according to a policy brief released Saturday by the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA).

#U.S. tariffs threaten Arab non-oil exports: UN agency



LSG clinch last-ball thriller against RR by 2 runs

Jaipur, Apr 19 (UNI) Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) edged out Rajasthan Royals (RR) by a slender margin of two runs in a nerve-wracking Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 encounter at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium here on Saturday.

#LSG clinch last-ball thriller against RR by 2 runs



Expedite leakage prevention work of Dudhganga-Kalammawadi dam at earliest: Maha Minister

Kolhapur, Apr 19 (UNI) Maharashtra and District Guardian Minister, Prakash Abitkar, on Saturday instructed Water Resources department to plug leakage from Dudhganga-Kalammawadi dam at earliest before onset of the monsoon season.

#Expedite leakage prevention work of Dudhganga-Kalammawadi dam at earliest: Maha Minister

2 teenagers killed after being hit by train in Saran

Chhapra (Bihar), Apr 19 (UNI) Two teenagers were killed when a train rammed into them while they were working on a reel between Chhapra Rural and Goldenganj stations of East Central Railway in Bihar''s Saran district, police said on Saturday.

#2 teenagers killed after being hit by train in Saran

14,965 beneficiaries in Kashmir avail Marriage Assistance Scheme

Srinagar, Apr 19 (UNI) Nearly 15000 cases have been sanctioned under the Jammu and Kashmir Government’s Marriage Assistance Scheme during this year.

#14 #965 beneficiaries in Kashmir avail Marriage Assistance Scheme

Maharashtra: UBT appeals to citizens to participate in month-long agitation over water problems

Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Apr 19 (UNI) As part of the ''Labadano Paani Dya'' month-long public agitation over the water crisis launched by the Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray (UBT) Shiv Sena party, roadside meetings were held at various places across the city on Saturday.

#Maharashtra: UBT appeals to citizens to participate in month-long agitation over water problems

Nagaland off to a flier in Group H of Swami Vivekananda U20 Men's NFC

Narainpur (Chhattisgarh), Apr 19 (UNI) Nagaland beat Madhya Pradesh 4-2 on the opening day of Group H in the Swami Vivekananda U20 Men''s National Football Championship at the Ramakrishna Mission Ashrama Ground here on Saturday.

#Nagaland off to a flier in Group H of Swami Vivekananda U20 Men's NFC

One killed, several injured as protest against Rail Line Project turns violent in Rourkela

Bhubaneswar, Apr 19 (UNI) A protest against a rail line project of the Rourkela Steel Plant turned violent on Saturday, resulting in the death of one person and injuries to several others, including police personnel and government officials.

#One killed # several injured as protest against Rail Line Project turns violent in Rourkela

Modern campuses for SSFs to be build in Prayagraj, Mathura

Lucknow, April 19 (UNI) The Uttar Pradesh government is fast-tracking the construction of modern campuses for new UP Special Security Force (UPSSF) battalions in order to bolster security infrastructure, official sources said here on Saturday.

#Modern campuses for SSFs to be build in Prayagraj # Mathura

Modern campuses for new UPSSF battalions to be build in Prayagraj and Mathura

Lucknow, Apr 19 (UNI) The Uttar Pradesh government is fast-tracking the construction of modern campuses for new UP Special Security Force (UPSSF) battalions in order to bolster security infrastructure, official sources said here on Saturday.

#Modern campuses for new UPSSF battalions to be build in Prayagraj and Mathura



IPL 2025: DC post 203/8 against GT at Ahmedabad

Ahmedabad, Apr 19 (UNI) Delhi Capitals rode on electric cameos from Karun Nair, Axar Patel and the belligerent Ashutosh Sharma to post a commanding 203/8 against Gujarat Titans, despite a terrific spell from Prasidh Krishna that brought the visitors back into the contest at various junctures.

#IPL 2025: DC post 203/8 against GT at Ahmedabad



IPL 2025: DC post 203/8 against GT at Ahmedabad

Ahmedabad, Apr 19 (UNI) Delhi Capitals rode on electric cameos from Karun Nair, Axar Patel and the belligerent Ashutosh Sharma to post a commanding 203/8 against Gujarat Titans, despite a terrific spell from Prasidh Krishna that brought the visitors back into the contest at various junctures.

#IPL 2025: DC post 203/8 against GT at Ahmedabad

Punjab: Mehatpur villager arrested for raping minor

Phagwara, Apr 19 (UNI) Police in Mehatpur in Jalandhar district have arrested a villager on the charge of raping
a minor.

#Punjab: Mehatpur villager arrested for raping minor

Warring Thackeray cousins agree to work together in interest of Maharashtra

Mumbai, Apr 19 (UNI) After exactly two decades of bitterness and anger, fresh signs of a possible tie-up have emerged between two warring cousins -- Shiv Sena (UBT) president and former chief minister Uddhav Thackeray and Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) president Raj Thackeray.

#Warring Thackeray cousins agree to work together in interest of Maharashtra

NDA wins no-confidence motion against GVMC Mayor

Visakhapatnam, Apr 19 (UNI) NDA wins the no-confidence motion moved against the Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC) Mayor.

#NDA wins no-confidence motion against GVMC Mayor



UP: Four killed, two injured as car rams into stationary dumper in Khaga

Fatehpur, Apr 19 (UNI) Four persons, including three members of a family, were killed and two others seriouly injured when a car in which they were travelling rammed into a stationary dumper in Khaga area of Fatehpur district in Uttar Pradesh on Saturday.

#UP: Four killed #two injured as car rams into stationary dumper in Khaga

Hyd: Youth Congress protests at ED office over case against Rahul Gandhi

Hyderabad, Apr 19 (UNI) The Telangana State Youth Congress, led by State Youth Congress President Jakkidi Shiva Charan Reddy, staged a protest at the Enforcement Directorate (ED) office in Hyderabad on Saturday, following directions from National Youth Congress President Uday Bhanu Chib.

#Hyd: Youth Congress protests at ED office over case against Rahul Gandhi

Bhagvad Gita, Natyashastra figure in Unesco Register

Kolkata, April 19 (UNI) Union Minister Sukanta Majumdar has said that India''s two epic texts, Srimad Bhagvad Gita and Bharat Muni’s Natyashastra, have found a place in UNESCO’s ‘Memory of the World Register’.

#Bhagvad Gita # Natyashastra figure in Unesco Register

VHP stages protest in Hyderabad demanding President's Rule in Bengal

Hyderabad, Apr 19 (UNI) As part of a nationwide protest, the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) on Saturday organized a massive demonstration in Dilsukhnagar, Bhagyanagar, demanding the imposition of President''s rule in West Bengal following recent violence.

#VHP stages protest in Hyderabad demanding President's Rule in Bengal



Stalin launches DMK govt''s flagship KKT scheme

Chennai, Apr 19 (UNI) Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin launched the ruling DMK''s flagship scheme ''Kalaignar Kaivinai Thittam'' (KKT)-a progressive artisans development credit linked
subsidy scheme-at Kundrathur in neighbouring Kancheepuram district on Saturday and
distributed loans with subsidies to the beneficiaries.

#Stalin launches DMK govt''''s flagship KKT scheme

Liverpool Premier League title win would be so special: Bradley

London, Apr 19 (UNI) Conor Bradley says it would be a "dream come true" to help Liverpool clinch the Premier League title this season.

#Liverpool Premier League title win would be so special: Bradley



Naveen calls upon party workers to be aggressive in exposing false narratives against BJD

Bhubaneswar, Apr 19 (UNI) Naveen Patnaik, elected as BJD President for the ninth consecutive term on Saturday, called upon party workers to aggressively counter false narratives against the BJD, especially on social media.

#Naveen calls upon party workers to be aggressive in exposing false narratives against BJD

Justin Thomas leads RBC Heritage by two shots

South Carolina, Apr 19 (UNI) America''s Justin Thomas has a two shot-lead over Kim Si-woo after the second round of the RBC Heritage.

#Justin Thomas leads RBC Heritage by two shots



5.7-magnitude earthquake hits Afghanistan

Kabul, Apr 19 (UNI) A 5.7-magnitude earthquake hit northern Afghanistan''s Badakhshan province on Saturday, the U.S. Geological Survey reported.

#5.7-magnitude earthquake hits Afghanistan



Actress Parvathy Nair launches CoBeing-Skin Glow Collagen

Chennai, Apr 19 (UNI) The Co Being, a leading player in health and wellness space, on Saturday
launched its flagship project Skin Glow Collagen featuring popular film actress Meena.

#Actress Parvathy Nair launches CoBeing-Skin Glow Collagen

J&K orders orchard damage assessment after severe hailstorm hits Kulgam, Shopian

Srinagar, Apr 19 (UNI) The Jammu and Kashmir government on Saturday directed the district administration of Kulgam and Shopian to assess the extent of damage to orchards caused by a severe hailstorm that battered several villages in south Kashmir on Friday evening.

#J&K orders orchard damage assessment after severe hailstorm hits Kulgam # Shopian



Army brings mobile connectivity to Ladakh; empowers border villages

New Delhi, April 19 (UNI) In a transformative stride towards bridging the digital divide and empowering remote communities, the Indian Army has facilitated unprecedented mobile connectivity across the remote and high-altitude areas of Ladakh, including forward locations in eastern and western Ladakh and the Siachen Glacier.

#Army brings mobile connectivity to Ladakh; empowers border villages



Zverev heckled again over domestic abuse allegations

Munich (Germany), Apr 19 (UNI) Alexander Zverev asked for a spectator who heckled him over domestic abuse allegations to be kicked out of his Munich Open quarter-final.

#Zverev heckled again over domestic abuse allegations



Zverev heckled again over domestic abuse allegations

Munich (Germany), Apr 19 (UNI) Alexander Zverev asked for a spectator who heckled him over domestic abuse allegations to be kicked out of his Munich Open quarter-final.

#Zverev heckled again over domestic abuse allegations

Re-verification of 61L old age pensioners being done in UP

Lucknow, Apr 19 (UNI) In a bid to ensure transparency and fairness in welfare distribution, the Uttar Pradesh government has started a comprehensive verification drive for beneficiaries under the National Old Age Pension Scheme, sources said here on Saturday.

#Re-verification of 61L old age pensioners being done in UP



Punjab AGTF arrests man for extortion bid

Chandigarh, April 19 (UNI) In a swift intelligence-based operation, the Anti Gangster Task Force (AGTF) arrested a 24-year-old man for attempting to extort money from a local automobile showroom owner
by impersonating the brother of foreign-based gangster Goldy Brar, police said.

#Punjab AGTF arrests man for extortion bid



Govt warns public against online booking scams targeting pilgrims, tourists

New Delhi, April 19 (UNI) The government on Saturday issued warning about online booking frauds, especially those aimed at pilgrims and tourists across the country.

#Govt warns public against online booking scams targeting pilgrims #tourists



Tremors jolt Kashmir as 5.8 magnitude quake hits Afghanistan

Srinagar, Apr 19 (UNI) A moderate earthquake with an epicentre in Afghanistan hit the region on Saturday, with tremors felt across several parts of Kashmir, officials said.

#Tremors jolt Kashmir as 5.8 magnitude quake hits Afghanistan



Himachal Minister warns against ignoring tribal land rights

Shimla, April 19 (UNI) A new political flashpoint is emerging in Himachal Pradesh as the debate over the allotment of mostly non-forest government land in the tribal districts of Kinnaur and Lahaul-Spiti has intensified.

#Himachal Minister warns against ignoring tribal land rights

Central Railway's Pune Division celebrates World Heritage Day

Pune, Apr 18 ( UNI) Pune Division, Central Railway, celebrated World Heritage Day on Friday with multiple activities aimed at spreading awareness about India’s rich rail heritage among staff and the general public.

#Central Railway's Pune Division celebrates World Heritage Day

FIR against officer responsible for sacred thread removal

Shivamogga, Apr 18 (UNI) An FIR has been filed against the Common Entrance Test (CET) exam conducting officer of a school in Karnataka after students were allegedly asked to remove their sacred thread (Janeu) before entering the examination hall.

#FIR against officer responsible for sacred thread removal



IPL: Tim David''s late blitz lifts RCB to 95/9 against Kings

Bengaluru, Apr 18 (UNI) A spectacular late onslaught by Tim David saved Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) the blushes after a top-order meltdown, helping them reach 95 for 9 in 14 overs against Punjab Kings in a rain-truncated IPL contest at M Chinnaswamy Stadium here on Friday.

#IPL: Tim David''s late blitz lifts RCB to 95/9 against Kings



IPL: Tim David''s late blitz lifts RCB to 95/9 against Kings

Bengaluru, Apr 18 (UNI) A spectacular late onslaught by Tim David saved Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) the blushes after a top-order meltdown, helping them reach 95 for 9 in 14 overs against Punjab Kings in a rain-truncated IPL contest at M Chinnaswamy Stadium here on Friday.

#IPL: Tim David''s late blitz lifts RCB to 95/9 against Kings



IPL: Tim David''s late blitz lifts RCB to 95/9 against Kings

Bengaluru, Apr 18 (UNI) A spectacular late onslaught by Tim David saved Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) the blushes after a top-order meltdown, helping them reach 95 for 9 in 14 overs against Punjab Kings in a rain-truncated IPL contest at M Chinnaswamy Stadium here on Friday.

#IPL: Tim David''s late blitz lifts RCB to 95/9 against Kings

IPL: RCB post 95/9 against PBKS in 14 overs in Bengaluru.

UNI BDN SSP.

#IPL: RCB post 95/9 against PBKS in 14 overs in Bengaluru.

Itanagar Police solve theft case, recover stolen cash

Itanagar, Apr 18 (UNI) The Itanagar Police have cracked a theft case within two days and recovered the entire stolen amount of Rs one lakh, providing timely relief to the victim, a senior officer said on Friday.

#Itanagar Police solve theft case # recover stolen cash



PBKS bowl first in rain-curtailed clash against RCB

Bengaluru, Apr 18 (UNI) Punjab Kings (PBKS) skipper Shreyas Iyer won the toss and elected to bowl first in a rain-curtailed 14-over-a-side clash against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium here on Friday night.

#PBKS bowl first in rain-curtailed clash against RCB



PBKS bowl first in rain-curtailed clash against RCB

Bengaluru, Apr 18 (UNI) Punjab Kings (PBKS) skipper Shreyas Iyer won the toss and elected to bowl first in a rain-curtailed 14-over-a-side clash against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium here on Friday night.

#PBKS bowl first in rain-curtailed clash against RCB



PBKS bowl first in rain-curtailed clash against RCB

Bengaluru, Apr 18 (UNI) Punjab Kings (PBKS) skipper Shreyas Iyer won the toss and elected to bowl first in a rain-curtailed 14-over-a-side clash against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium here on Friday night.

#PBKS bowl first in rain-curtailed clash against RCB

Punjab Kings opt to bowl against RCB in 14-overs IPL match in Bengaluru.

UNI BDN GNK.

#Punjab Kings opt to bowl against RCB in 14-overs IPL match in Bengaluru.



Premiere of Bollywood action thriller Ground Zero held in Srinagar

Srinagar, Apr 18 ( UNI) The much-anticipated action thriller Ground Zero kicked off its historic premiere in grand style, with BSF Jawans and the entire film team walking the red carpet.

#Premiere of Bollywood action thriller Ground Zero held in Srinagar



Premiere of Bollywood action thriller Ground Zero held in Srinagar

Srinagar, Apr 18 ( UNI) The much-anticipated action thriller Ground Zero kicked off its historic premiere in grand style, with BSF Jawans and the entire film team walking the red carpet.

#Premiere of Bollywood action thriller Ground Zero held in Srinagar



Former Bengal BJP Chief Dilip Ghosh weds party colleague

Kolkata, Apr 18 (UNI) BJP leader and former RSS Karyakarta Dilip Ghosh on Friday tied the nuptial knot with his party colleague Rinku Majumdar at a simple and brief ceremony in his New Town home here..

#Former Bengal BJP Chief Dilip Ghosh weds party colleague



5-magnitude earthquake hits Japan''s Nagano, no tsunami threat

Tokyo, Apr 18 (UNI) An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 5 struck Japan''s Nagano Prefecture on Friday night, with no tsunami threat, according to the country''s weather agency.

#5-magnitude earthquake hits Japan''s Nagano #no tsunami threat



Congress opposing Waqf Amendment Act just for political mileage: Haryana CM Saini

Chandigarh, Apr 18 (UNI) Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini said today that opposition parties, including the Congress, are opposing the Waqf Amendment Act only to gain political mileage.

#Congress opposing Waqf Amendment Act just for political mileage: Haryana CM Saini

Srinagar Police attach vehicle of militant associate under UAPA

Srinagar, Apr 18 (UNI) Srinagar Police have attached a motorcycle belonging to a militant associate under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), 1967, as part of an ongoing investigation in a case registered in 2021.

#Srinagar Police attach vehicle of militant associate under UAPA



Russian President Putin meets Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi in Kremlin, discusses US-Iran deal

Moscow/Tehran, Apr 18 (UNI) Russian President Vladimir Putin met with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in the Kremlin, and discussed various issues such as further cooperation and Moscow''s help in mediating Tehran’s nuclear deal with Washington.

#Russian President Putin meets Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi in Kremlin #discusses US-Iran deal



Handwara police crack handbag snatching case, recover stolen gold

Srinagar, Apr 18 (UNI) Police in Handwara sub-district of Jammu and Kashmir on Friday said that it solved a handbag snatching case with the arrest of the accused and recovery of stolen gold ornaments.

#Handwara police crack handbag snatching case #recover stolen gold



Fourth stage PSLV engine test with Stellite Nozzle Divergent success : ISRO

Chennai, Apr 18 (UNI) The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on Friday
said the fourth stage PSLV engine test with Stellite Nozzle Divergent (a cobalt based
alloy) was successful and it would help in saving 90 per cent of costs.

#Fourth stage PSLV engine test with Stellite Nozzle Divergent success : ISRO



FIR filed against ''Jaat'' movie''s cast and crew by Christian community

Chandigarh, April 18 (UNI) An FIR has been filed at Jalandhar by members of the Christian community against the cast and crew of the film ''Jaat'', alleging that some scenes were deeply offensive.

#FIR filed against ''''Jaat'''' movie''''s cast and crew by Christian community

Arvind Panagariya offers prayers to Lord Venkateswara at Tirumala temple

Tirumala, Apr 18 (UNI) The 16th Finance Commission Chairman Dr Arvind Panagariya and other members along with Andhra Pradesh Finance Minister Payyavula Keshav offered prayers to Lord Venkateswara Swamy here on Friday.

#Arvind Panagariya offers prayers to Lord Venkateswara at Tirumala temple

NPRD demands strict action against rapist of deaf girl in UP

Hyderabad, Apr 18 (UNI) The National Platform for the Rights of the Disabled (NPRD) and its Women’s Department State Committees have strongly condemned the brutal rape of a deaf girl in Rampur, Uttar Pradesh, demanding stringent action against the accused, Dan Singh.

#NPRD demands strict action against rapist of deaf girl in UP



Punjab: Sacrilege incident reported in Hoshiarpur village, FIR registered

Hoshiarpur, Apr 18 (UNI) An incident of sacrilege was reported from village Nurpur Jattan under the jurisdiction of Mahilpur Police Station in Hoshiarpur district on Friday, police said.

#Punjab: Sacrilege incident reported in Hoshiarpur village #FIR registered

Athletic Bilbao keeps Europa League dream alive with Rangers win

Bilbao (Spain), Apr 18 (UNI) Athletic Bilbao kept alive its hopes of playing the UEFA Europa League final at its home San Mames Stadium with a 2-0 (2-0 aggregate) win over Rangers in the second leg of their quarterfinal.

#Athletic Bilbao keeps Europa League dream alive with Rangers win

Real Betis into Conference League semis after Jagiellonia draw

Warsaw, Apr 18 (UNI) Real Betis eliminated Jagiellonia Bialystok in the UEFA Conference League quarterfinals after drawing with the Polish champion 1-1 away match, after Manuel Pellegrini''s team had won the first leg 2-0.

#Real Betis into Conference League semis after Jagiellonia draw



J&K: PDP lashes out against NC govt for ''disheartening silence'' over Waqf Amendment Act

Srinagar, Apr 18 (UNI) The opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has launched a scathing attack on the National Conference (NC) government in Jammu and Kashmir, accusing it of “scrambling for scraps of administrative control” while ignoring the systematic targeting of Muslim institutions across the country.

#J&K: PDP lashes out against NC govt for ''disheartening silence'' over Waqf Amendment Act

IMD cautions against severe weather in Himachal; Heavy rain, hailstorm & thunderstorm expected

Shimla, Apr 18 (UNI) Himachal Pradesh is set to face two days of intense weather conditions as the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Shimla, has issued an orange alert for seven districts — Chamba, Kullu, Kangra, Mandi, Solan, Shimla, and Lahaul-Spiti — and a yellow warning for the remaining five.

#IMD cautions against severe weather in Himachal; Heavy rain # hailstorm & thunderstorm expected



Former heavy metal band Judas Priest drummer Les Binks dies aged 73

London, Apr 18 (UNI) Les Binks, former drummer of the legendary heavy metal band Judas Priest, passed away at the age of 73 last month due to unknown causes. The news of his death was unveiled recently by his former band members, who mourned the passing of their colleague and offered condolences to his family, calling him a “first class” drummer.

#Former heavy metal band Judas Priest drummer Les Binks dies aged 73

BJP waging righteous battle against opportunistic alliance of Cong, BRS, Majlis: K Reddy

Hyderabad, Apr 18 (UNI) Union Minister and Telangana BJP President G Kishan Reddy strongly criticised the Congress, BRS, and Majlis parties, accusing them of forming an opportunistic alliance aimed at undermining democratic values in Telangana.

#BJP waging righteous battle against opportunistic alliance of Cong # BRS # Majlis: K Reddy



Putin delivers substantial messages to Iran''s supreme leader - Kremlin

Moscow, Apr 18 (UNI) Russian President Vladimir Putin delivered substantial messages to Iran''s supreme leader, Ali Khamenei, during a meeting with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Friday.

#Putin delivers substantial messages to Iran''s supreme leader - Kremlin



Raj Thackeray hardens stance against Hindi in school curriculum

Raj-Language-Hindi
Mumbai April 18 (UNI) The language controversy has come to the forefront in Maharashtra politics though the state has decided to implement the National Education Policy making Hindi a compulsory third language from standard I-V in Marathi and English medium schools in the state.

#Raj Thackeray hardens stance against Hindi in school curriculum

Europa League: Solanke penalty enough as Spurs edge into semi-finals

London, Apr 18 (UNI) Dominic Solanke''s first-half penalty kept Tottenham Hotspur''s season alive as they defeated Eintracht Frankfurt to reach the semi-finals of the Europa League.

#Europa League: Solanke penalty enough as Spurs edge into semi-finals

Europa League: Manchester United begin to show never-say-die DNA

London, Apr 18 (UNI) Ruben Amorim made a pretty significant point in the aftermath of his side''s staggering 5-4 comeback win against Lyon
A point that underlined the high stakes game his first part-season at Manchester United has become.

#Europa League: Manchester United begin to show never-say-die DNA



Thomas equals course record to lead RBC Heritage

South Carolina, Apr 18 (UNI) Justin Thomas equalled the course record to take a three-shot lead after the opening round at the RBC Heritage.

#Thomas equals course record to lead RBC Heritage



Thomas equals course record to lead RBC Heritage

South Carolina, Apr 18 (UNI) Justin Thomas equalled the course record to take a three-shot lead after the opening round at the RBC Heritage.

#Thomas equals course record to lead RBC Heritage



Put again under house arrest ahead of Friday prayers: Mirwaiz

Srinagar, Apr 18 (UNI) For the third consecutive week, authorities put Kashmir’s Chief Cleric and Hurriyat Chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq under house arrest.

#Put again under house arrest ahead of Friday prayers: Mirwaiz

Teenager Andreeva out of Stuttgart Open in last 16

Stuttgart (Germany), Apr 18 (UNI) In-form teenager Mirra Andreeva went out of the Stuttgart Open
as she lost in straight sets to fellow Russian Ekaterina Alexandrova in the last 16.

#Teenager Andreeva out of Stuttgart Open in last 16



Punjab: AGTF, Police arrest 2 associates of terrorist Landa Harike with pistols

Chandigarh, Apr 18 (UNI) In a major breakthrough, Anti-Gangster Task Force, Punjab (AGTF) and Tarn Taran Police, in a joint operation, arrested two key associates of terrorist Landa Harike and Gangster Satta Naushera, Yuvraj alias Jaggu and Mehakpreet alias Mehak, after an exchange of fire near Jawanda village in Tarn Taran district, said Punjab DGP Gaurav Yadav on Friday.

#Punjab: AGTF #Police arrest 2 associates of terrorist Landa Harike with pistols

Madras HC orders police to book cases against TN Min for derogatory remarks against Women, Hindu religion

Chennai, Apr 17 (UNI) Taking a serious view and warning that it would initiate suo motu
proceedings, the Madras High Court on Thursday evening directed the Tamil Nadu police
to register cases against senior DMK leader and Forest and Khadi Minister Minister
K Ponmudy for his derogatory and uncivilised remarks on commercial sex workers with
Hindu religion.

#Madras HC orders police to book cases against TN Min for derogatory remarks against Women # Hindu religion

SRH post 162/5 against MI in Match 33 of IPL 2025 in Mumbai

UNI BDN SS.

#SRH post 162/5 against MI in Match 33 of IPL 2025 in Mumbai

Maha: Govt striving for effective use of AI tech in agriculture sector

Mumbai, Apr 17 (UNI) Principal secretary of Agriculture Department, Vikas Chandra Rastogi, said on Thursday that the Maharashtra government is keen on how artificial intelligence (AI) technology can effectively be used in agriculture sector in the state.

#Maha: Govt striving for effective use of AI tech in agriculture sector

Temple tower image at Karuna's memorial triggers fresh row, BJP, AIADMK demands apology from TN Min

Chennai, Apr 17 (UNI) A temple tower image at the memorial of former Tamil Nadu
Chief Minister DMK Patriach M Karunanidhi, a known atheist by, HR and CE Minister
P K Sekar Babu has triggered a fresh row, with the BJP and its NDA ally the main
Opposition AIADMK demanding an unconditional apology from him for hurting the
sentiments of the Hindus and their religion.

#Temple tower image at Karuna's memorial triggers fresh row # BJP # AIADMK demands apology from TN Min



MI opt to bowl first against SRH at Wankhede

Mumbai, Apr 17 (UNI) Mumbai Indians won the toss and elected to field against Sunrisers Hyderabad in Match 33 of IPL 2025 at the Wankhede Stadium here on Thursday.

#MI opt to bowl first against SRH at Wankhede



MI opt to bowl first against SRH at Wankhede

Mumbai, Apr 17 (UNI) Mumbai Indians won the toss and elected to field against Sunrisers Hyderabad in Match 33 of IPL 2025 at the Wankhede Stadium here on Thursday.

#MI opt to bowl first against SRH at Wankhede

MI opt to bowl first against SRH in Match 33 of IPL 2025 in Mumbai

UNI BDN SS.

#MI opt to bowl first against SRH in Match 33 of IPL 2025 in Mumbai

Finance Commission members visit Solid Waste Management plant

Tirupati, Apr 17 (UNI) The 16 th Finance Commission members visited the Municipal Corporation’s Integrated Solid Waste Management Plant and appreciated the officials concerned for the well functioning of the plant.

#Finance Commission members visit Solid Waste Management plant

Strong winds lash Hamirpur district, cause heavy damage

Hamirpur (Himachal), Apr 17 (UNI) Heavy damage to government and private property was reported as strong winds lashed Hamirpur district on Wednesday night, leading to trees falling at many places, snapping power lines, and damaging houses and other properties.

#Strong winds lash Hamirpur district # cause heavy damage



Maha: Congress leader slams Modi govt''s action against Gandhis

Mumbai, Apr 17 (UNI) Maharashtra Congress in-charge Ramesh Chennithala on Thursday slammed the dictatorial Narendra Modi government at the Centre, saying that it was trying to eliminate the opposition parties by misusing central agencies like ED, CBI, and also was trying to suppress their voice.

#Maha: Congress leader slams Modi govt''s action against Gandhis

Home games for Barca & Real Madrid after different Champions League fortunes

Madrid, Apr 17 (UNI) FC Barcelona once again defends its leadership of La Liga as it and second place Real Madrid both play difficult rivals in front of their home fans.

#Home games for Barca & Real Madrid after different Champions League fortunes



Don''t try to create rift in AIADMK-BJP ties : Nainar Nagendran

Chennai, Apr 18 (UNI) A day after saying that any decision on NDA forming
a coalition government after the 2026 Assembly elections will be taken by
the BJP High Command, newly appointed Tamil Nadu BJP President Nainar
Nagendran on Thursday urged the media not to fuel speculation or attempt to
create a rift in the AIADMK-BJP alliance revived a nearly two year hiatus.

#Don''t try to create rift in AIADMK-BJP ties : Nainar Nagendran

Won’t allow Hindi as mandatory language in Maha: Raj

Mumbai April 17 (UNI) Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray said on Thursday that he would not allow Hindi as a mandatory language in the state. As per the state school curriculum plan, Hindi has been made mandatory in the state from the first grade.

#Won’t allow Hindi as mandatory language in Maha: Raj

Wage revision issues of striking powerloom weavers will be redressed : TN Min

Chennai, Apr 17 (UNI) The Tami Nadu government would take necessary steps to
address the wage revision issue of striking powerloom weavers in Coimbatore and
Tiruppur districts, Minister for Handlooms and Textiles R.Gandhi told the Tamil Nadu
Assembly on Thursday .

#Wage revision issues of striking powerloom weavers will be redressed : TN Min

TCS and Vianai reimagine future of Decision Intelligence with Conversational AI

Kolkata, Apr 17 (UNI) Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has announced a partnership with Vianai Systems, a leading provider of enterprise-grade, domain-specific generative AI applications to empower business leaders with cutting-edge GenAI tools for decision intelligence.

#TCS and Vianai reimagine future of Decision Intelligence with Conversational AI

After returning to NDA fold, EPS withdraws AIADMK flag misuse case against Dhinakaran

Chennai, Apr 17(UNI) Days after firming up the deal in returning back to the
NDA fold, AIADMK General Secretary and Leader of the Opposition Edappadi
K Palaniswami has withdrawn a long-standing civil suit against his bete noire
and AMMK Founder T.T.V. Dhinakaran over the alleged misuse of the AIADMK
party flag.

#After returning to NDA fold # EPS withdraws AIADMK flag misuse case against Dhinakaran



Rupee up 31 paise against USD

Mumbai, Apr 17 (UNI) The Rupee continued to rise on Thursday too, advancing 31 paise to close at 85.37 against USD, on brisk selling of US Dollar from foreign banks and exporters, dealers at the Forex Market said.

#Rupee up 31 paise against USD



MoS Pabitra Margherita to lead Indian delegation at Malaysian Tour and Travel Agents Fair

New Delhi, Apr 17 (UNI) Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita will lead a delegation to participate in the Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA) Fair on April 18-19 at Kuala Lumpur, as part of the ASEAN-India Tourism Professionals Exchange Programme 2025.

#MoS Pabitra Margherita to lead Indian delegation at Malaysian Tour and Travel Agents Fair

Police arrest 49-year-old mason in Agartala for molesting a tribal student of Tripura University

Agartala, Apr 17 (UNI) Tripura police on Thursday arrested a 49-year-old mason from the Battala area of the city on the charge of molesting a tribal student of Tripura University during travel by a passenger auto and forwarded him to a local court.

#Police arrest 49-year-old mason in Agartala for molesting a tribal student of Tripura University



Mamata congratulates village boy Imon Ghosh for topping NDA exam 2024

Kolkata, Apr 17 (UNI) West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday congratulated Birbhum district boy Imon Ghosh for topping the National Defence Academy (II) examination 2024 conducted by the UPSC.

#Mamata congratulates village boy Imon Ghosh for topping NDA exam 2024



World No 1 Lin, Sun advance to knockout stage at ITTF World Cup

Macao (China), Apr 17 (UNI) World No. 1 Lin Shidong, Sun Yingsha, and 14 other table tennis players advanced to the round of 16 at the ITTF Men''s and Women''s World Cup Macao 2025.

#World No 1 Lin #Sun advance to knockout stage at ITTF World Cup



World No 1 Lin, Sun advance to knockout stage at ITTF World Cup

Macao (China), Apr 17 (UNI) World No. 1 Lin Shidong, Sun Yingsha, and 14 other table tennis players advanced to the round of 16 at the ITTF Men''s and Women''s World Cup Macao 2025.

#World No 1 Lin #Sun advance to knockout stage at ITTF World Cup

Igor Jesus strikes late as Botafogo salvages draw

Rio De Janeiro, Apr 17 (UNI) Igor Jesus struck in the 84th minute as defending champion Botafogo salvaged a 2-2 home draw with Sao Paulo in Brazil''s Serie A championship.

#Igor Jesus strikes late as Botafogo salvages draw



Inter Milan edge out Bayern to reach Champions League semis

Milan (Italy), Apr 17 (UNI) Inter Milan booked their place in the Champions League semi-finals with
a thrilling draw against Bayern Munich at San Siro Stadium here.

#Inter Milan edge out Bayern to reach Champions League semis



Inter Milan edge out Bayern to reach Champions League semis

Milan (Italy), Apr 17 (UNI) Inter Milan booked their place in the Champions League semi-finals with
a thrilling draw against Bayern Munich at San Siro Stadium here.

#Inter Milan edge out Bayern to reach Champions League semis



Vadra appears before ED for third day in alleged land grab case; says govt misusing central agencies

New Delhi, Apr 17 (UNI) For the third consecutive day on Thursday, businessman Robert Vadra appeared before the Enforcement Directorate (ED) here for questioning in connection with the alleged land grab case in Haryana.

#Vadra appears before ED for third day in alleged land grab case; says govt misusing central agencies



Epic Victory Cricket League to kick start inaugural season in Kashmir this September.

Srinagar, Apr 17 (UNI) The Epic Victory Cricket League, a franchise based T20 tournament is set to launch with its first edition of the tournament starting in the month of September.

#Epic Victory Cricket League to kick start inaugural season in Kashmir this September.



Yogi directs officials to be present for the public from 10 am, warns against laxity

Lucknow, April 17 (UNI) Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday held a ''Janta Darshan'' at his official residence, where over 125 individuals from various districts of Uttar Pradesh presented their grievances.

#Yogi directs officials to be present for the public from 10 am #warns against laxity

Israeli PM tells negotiators to "continue the steps" for release of Gaza hostages

Jerusalem, Apr 17 (UNI) Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday instructed Israeli negotiators to "continue the steps" for the release of hostages still held in Gaza, his office said, as efforts to revive the ceasefire appeared to be stalled.

#Israeli PM tells negotiators to "continue the steps" for release of Gaza hostages



Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to visit Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar tomorrow

Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Apr 17 (UNI) Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will be on a visit to Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar tomorrow (April 18) to attend two different programmes, including unveiling the statue of Maharana Pratap.

#Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to visit Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar tomorrow



Rahul Gandhi to visit US, will engage with students and faculty of Brown University

New Delhi, Apr 17 (UNI) Congress leader Rahul Gandhi will be on a visit to the United States early next week during which he will visit Brown University and give a talk and interact with the faculty members and students there.

#Rahul Gandhi to visit US #will engage with students and faculty of Brown University

Pak encourages joint efforts to combat climate challenges

Islamabad, Apr 17 (UNI) Pakistan''s Minister for Climate Change and Environmental Coordination Musadik Masood Malik said that there are efforts afoot to encourage collaboration between the public and private sectors to combat the growing threats of climate change in the South Asian country.

#Pak encourages joint efforts to combat climate challenges



Israeli PM tells negotiators to "continue the steps" for release of Gaza hostages

Jerusalem, Apr 17 (UNI) Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday instructed Israeli negotiators to "continue the steps" for the release of hostages still held in Gaza, his office said, as efforts to revive the ceasefire appeared to be stalled.

#Israeli PM tells negotiators to "continue the steps" for release of Gaza hostages



Arsenal stays calm to reach Champions League semis after beating Real Madrid

Madrid, Apr 17 (UNI) Arsenal qualified for the semifinals of the Champions League on Wednesday, after a 2-1 win against Real Madrid that saw the defending champion crash out of the competition 5-1 on aggregate.

#Arsenal stays calm to reach Champions League semis after beating Real Madrid



Arsenal stays calm to reach Champions League semis after beating Real Madrid

Madrid, Apr 17 (UNI) Arsenal qualified for the semifinals of the Champions League on Wednesday, after a 2-1 win against Real Madrid that saw the defending champion crash out of the competition 5-1 on aggregate.

#Arsenal stays calm to reach Champions League semis after beating Real Madrid

AP: Muslims Wakfs JAC takes out rally against Wakf amendment act in Kakinada

Kakinada, Apr 16 (UNI) A large number of Muslims under the aegis of Muslim Wakfs JAC took out a rally thtough the main streets of the city on Wednesday protesting against the Amendment to the Wakf Act and vowed to continue the stir till the legislation was repealed.

#AP: Muslims Wakfs JAC takes out rally against Wakf amendment act in Kakinada

ED action against Sonia, Rahul politically motivated: Chennithala

Nagpur, Apr 16 (UNI) Accusing the Cenre''s Narendra Modi government of acting against Congress leaders "boldly standing up" to the BJP regime, Congress'' Maharashtra in-charge Ramesh Chennithala on Wednesday termed as "politically motivated" the ED’s chargesheet against Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi in te National Herald case.

#ED action against Sonia # Rahul politically motivated: Chennithala

ED action against Sonia, Rahul Gandhi politically motivated: Chennithala

Nagpur, Apr 16 (UNI) Maharashtra Congress in-charge Ramesh Chennithala on Wednesday decried Enforcement Directorate’s action against senior Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi and MP Rahul Gandhi, terming it as ''politically motivated'' and said they are being harassed unnecessarily.

#ED action against Sonia # Rahul Gandhi politically motivated: Chennithala

Congress holds protest in Shimla against ED Action on Sonia, Rahul

Shimla, Apr 16 (UNI) The Himachal Pradesh Congress on Wednesday organised a protest here against the Enforcement Directorate (ED) for filing chargesheet against senior party leaders Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi in the National Herald case.

#Congress holds protest in Shimla against ED Action on Sonia # Rahul

Maha: DCM Shinde arrives at his native village in Satara for 3 days

Satara, Apr 16 (UNI) Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde arrived at his native Daregaon village in the district late on Wednesday evening, where he will stay for three days.

#Maha: DCM Shinde arrives at his native village in Satara for 3 days



RSS leader''s murder: SC declines to hear NIA plea against PFI members'' bail

New Delhi, Apr 16 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Wednesday refused to entertain the National Investigation Agency’s (NIA) petitions challenging the bail granted to 17 members of the Popular Front of India (PFI), who are accused in the 2022 murder of RSS leader Sreenivasan in Palakkad, Kerala.

#RSS leader''s murder: SC declines to hear NIA plea against PFI members'' bail

AIADMK Women wing stages protest against TN Min for unicvilised remarks against women

Chennai,Apr 16(UNI) The Women''s Wing of the main Opposition AIADMK on Wednesday
staged a state-wide demonstration demanding the resignation of Tamil Nadu Forests and
Khadi Minister and senior DMK leader K Ponmudy for his derogatory and uncivilised remarks
against Women and Hindu religion.

#AIADMK Women wing stages protest against TN Min for unicvilised remarks against women

Kerala: IUML organises mass rally against WAQF Amendment Act, flays Modi Government

Kozhikode, Apr 16 (UNI) The Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) on Wednesday organised a huge mass rally demanding the repeal of the new WAQF Amendment Act in Kerala''s Kozhikode beach.

#Kerala: IUML organises mass rally against WAQF Amendment Act # flays Modi Government

Odisha: Congress stages protest outside ED Office in Bhubaneswar

Bhubaneswar, Apr 16 (UNI) The Odisha Pradesh Congress on Wednesday staged a protest demonstration in front of the Enforcement Directorate (ED) office in Bhubaneswar, alleging arbitrariness, vendetta, and oppression by the Modi government.

#Odisha: Congress stages protest outside ED Office in Bhubaneswar



Our progressive farmers are shaping future of J&K’s agriculture: CM Omar

Jammu, Apr 16 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday, while sharing the vision of HADP, remarked that the programme is not just a policy intervention but a movement to empower farmers, modernise the agri-sector, and build a sustainable Rs 100,000 crore agri-economy for Jammu & Kashmir by 2030.

#Our progressive farmers are shaping future of J&K’s agriculture: CM Omar



Guv reserves bill for President, flags religion quota

Bengaluru, Apr 16 (UNI) Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot on Wednesday flagged constitutional concerns over a proposed 4 per cent reservation exclusively for the Muslim community in government tenders, stating it may amount to religion-based reservation in violation of Articles 14, 15, and 16 of the Constitution.

#Guv reserves bill for President #flags religion quota

Maha: Nagpur civic commissioner tenders "unconditional apology" to HC

Mumbai, Apr 16 (UNI) The Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) commissioner offered an "unconditional apology" to the Bombay High Court on his lack of knowledge in connection with order of the Supreme Court regarding demolition of alleged illegal portions of the houses of the accused in recent communal violence case.

#Maha: Nagpur civic commissioner tenders "unconditional apology" to HC

Telangana to harness AI for smart farming solutions, says Agriculture Minister

Hyderabad, Apr 16 (UNI) Telangana Agriculture Minister Tummala Nageswara Rao on Wednesday announced the state''s plans to integrate advanced technologies, including Artificial Intelligence (AI), into agricultural practices to enhance efficiency and support farmers.

#Telangana to harness AI for smart farming solutions # says Agriculture Minister

UP Tourism to organise heritage walks on World Heritage Day: Jaiveer Singh

Lucknow, Apr 16 (UNI) The Uttar Pradesh State Tourism Development Corporation Limited (UPSTDC) is organising special heritage walks across five cities of the state, including Varanasi, Lucknow, Prayagraj, Jhansi and Agra, on the occasion of World Heritage Day on April 18.

#UP Tourism to organise heritage walks on World Heritage Day: Jaiveer Singh

DC post 188/5 against RR in IPL Match 32 in Delhi.

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#DC post 188/5 against RR in IPL Match 32 in Delhi.

Manchester United's Andre Onana to start against Lyon: Amorim

London, Apr 16 (UNI) Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana will be recalled for the side''s Europa League quarter-final second leg against Lyon, manager Ruben Amorim has said.

#Manchester United's Andre Onana to start against Lyon: Amorim



Congress stages protest before ED office in Patna

Patna, Apr 16 (UNI) Congress leaders on Wednesday staged protest before the office of Enforcement Directorate (ED) in Patna and criticised Narendra Modi government for misusing it against top party leaders.

#Congress stages protest before ED office in Patna

APCOS workers stage dharna at Municipal office demanding retirement benefits

Kakinada (Andhra Pradesh), Apr 16 (UNI) Sanitation workers owing allegiance to AITUC affiliate AP Municipal workers union staged a dharna in front of the Municipal office here on Wednesday demanding extension of retirement benefits for APCOS (AP Corporation for outsourcing workers) .

#APCOS workers stage dharna at Municipal office demanding retirement benefits



IPL 2025 : RR field first against DC at Arun Jaitley Stadium

New Delhi, Apr 16 (UNI) Rajasthan Royals won the toss and elected to field first in IPL Match 32 against Delhi Capitals at the Arun Jaitley Stadium here on Wednesday.

#IPL 2025 : RR field first against DC at Arun Jaitley Stadium



IPL 2025 : RR field first against DC at Arun Jaitley Stadium

New Delhi, Apr 16 (UNI) Rajasthan Royals won the toss and elected to field first in IPL Match 32 against Delhi Capitals at the Arun Jaitley Stadium here on Wednesday.

#IPL 2025 : RR field first against DC at Arun Jaitley Stadium



Punjab VB arrests SC Finance Corporation District Manager for accepting Rs 10,000 bribe

Chandigarh, Apr 16 (UNI) The Punjab Vigilance Bureau (VB) has arrested Chiman Lal, posted as District Manager, Punjab Scheduled Caste Land Development and Finance Corporation, Tarn Taran, red handed while he was accepting a bribe of Rs 10,000.

#Punjab VB arrests SC Finance Corporation District Manager for accepting Rs 10 #000 bribe

IPL: RR opt to bowl against DC in Delhi.

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#IPL: RR opt to bowl against DC in Delhi.

APCC condemns filing of chargesheet by ED against Sonia and Rahul Gandhi

Vijayawada, Apr 16 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) has vehemently condemned the filing of chargesheet by the Enforcement Directorate in the National Herald money laundering case against Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi.

#APCC condemns filing of chargesheet by ED against Sonia and Rahul Gandhi

Georgia welcomes completion of Armenia-Azerbaijan talks on peace agreement – President

Tbilisi, Apr 16 (UNI) Georgia welcomes the completion of talks between Azerbaijan and Armenia on a peace agreement, Georgian President Mikheil Kavelashvili said on Wednesday.

#Georgia welcomes completion of Armenia-Azerbaijan talks on peace agreement – President



New Waqf law against federal structure, INDI should oppose: Bengal CM Mamata

Kolkata, Apr 16 (UNI) West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday urged INDI Alliance constituents to unitedly oppose the Waqf Amendment Act passed by the Centre''s BJP-led dispensation, alleging the legislation "undermines" the country''s federal structure.

#New Waqf law against federal structure #INDI should oppose: Bengal CM Mamata

Karnataka: Kharge, DKS slam ED chargesheet against Gandhis

Kalaburagi (Karnataka), Apr 16 (UNI) Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has fiercely criticised the Enforcement Directorate''s chargesheet against Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi in the National Herald case, labeling the charges as politically motivated and baseless.

#Karnataka: Kharge # DKS slam ED chargesheet against Gandhis



Bihar lags behind on all development parameters : alleges RJD

Patna, Apr 16 (UNI) RJD on Wednesday alleged that Bihar lagged behind on all development parameters under the tenure of NDA government despite tall claims of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar of providing good governance to people of the state.

#Bihar lags behind on all development parameters : alleges RJD

Athletic Club look to make home advantage tell against Rangers in Europa League

Madrid, Apr 16 (UNI) Athletic Club aims to reach the semifinals of a European competition for the third time in its history when it faces Glasgow Rangers in the second leg of the Europa League quarterfinals on Thursday night.

#Athletic Club look to make home advantage tell against Rangers in Europa League



Pakistan sending 300 students to China for specialised agricultural training

Islamabad/Beijing, Apr 16 (UNI) Pakistan is sending 300 agricultural graduates to China for specialised training in modern farming techniques, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said.

#Pakistan sending 300 students to China for specialised agricultural training



Rupee gains 8 paise against USD

Mumbai, Apr 16 (UNI) The Rupee remained firm on Wednesday too, rising 8 paise to close at 85.68 against USD, on selling of US Dollar from foreign banks and exporters, dealers at the Forex Market said.

#Rupee gains 8 paise against USD

Commission agents flouting laws in Solan Vegetable Market, allege farmers

Solan, Apr 16 (UNI) The vegetable market located in Kather, Solan, has once again come under the scanner as farmers have raised serious allegations against some arhtiyas (commission agents), accusing them of colluding with Agriculture Produce Market Committee (APMC) officials.

#Commission agents flouting laws in Solan Vegetable Market # allege farmers

AIADMK stages walk out from TN Assembly for 2nd day

Chennai, Apr 15 (UNI) Members of the main Opposition staged a walk out from
the Tamil Nadu Assembly for the second successive day after Speaker M Appavu
refused them permission to raise the no-confidence motion notice given by them
against three Ministers on Wednesday.

#AIADMK stages walk out from TN Assembly for 2nd day

Real Madrid look for another Bernabeu miracle to overturn Champions League deficit

Madrid, Apr 16 (UNI) Real Madrid needs another Santiago Bernabeu miracle on Wednesday to overturn its Champions League first-leg defeat to Arsenal and progress to the semi-finals of the competition.

#Real Madrid look for another Bernabeu miracle to overturn Champions League deficit



Septuagenarian kills daughter-in-law, commits suicide in UP

Shahjahanpur (UP), Apr 16 (UNI) A septuagenarian hanged himself and committed suicide after killing his 30-year-old daughter-in-law allegedly over minor dispute in Kant area of Shahjahanpur district here in Uttar Pradesh on Wednesday, a senior police officer said here.

#Septuagenarian kills daughter-in-law #commits suicide in UP

Real Madrid looks for another Bernabeu miracle to overturn Champions League deficit

Madrid, Apr 16 (UNI) Real Madrid needs another Santiago Bernabeu miracle on Wednesday to overturn its Champions League first-leg defeat to Arsenal and progress to the semi-finals of the competition.

#Real Madrid looks for another Bernabeu miracle to overturn Champions League deficit



India exports 10,000 tonnes rice to Bangladesh to help address food shortage

Dhaka/New Delhi, Apr 16 (UNI) An Indian vessel carrying 10,000 tonnes of rice arrived at Bangladesh’s Chattogram Port on Tuesday, days after India exported an additional 36,100 tonnes of parboiled rice to its eastern neighbour.

#India exports 10 #000 tonnes rice to Bangladesh to help address food shortage

China at no risk of gas supply shortages amid trade war with US - Expert

Beijing, Apr 16 (UNI) China is unlikely to face natural gas supply shortages due to the ongoing trade war with the United States, as US gas accounts for only a small share of Chinese imports and can be replaced by supplies from other countries, Sergey Kolobanov, an expert at the Center for Strategic Research, told Sputnik.

#China at no risk of gas supply shortages amid trade war with US - Expert

Indonesia determined not to join sanctions against Russia - Russian Official

Jakarta, Apr 16 (UNI) The Indonesian leadership has firmly decided not to join sanctions against Russia, Russia''s trade representative in Indonesia, Alexander Masaltsev, said on Wednesday.

#Indonesia determined not to join sanctions against Russia - Russian Official



Cong holds protest against ED action in National Herald case

New Delhi, Apr 16 (UNI) The Congress on Wednesday held a protest here against the Enforcement Directorate (ED) for filing chargesheets against Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi and other Congress leaders in connection with the alleged money laundering case related to the National Herald.

#Cong holds protest against ED action in National Herald case



5.6 magnitude earthquake jolts east Afghanistan

Kabul, Apr 16 (UNI) A 5.6 magnitude earthquake jolted eastern Afghanistan''s Nuristan province on Wednesday morning, the U.S. Geological Survey reported.

#5.6 magnitude earthquake jolts east Afghanistan



BNP senior leader questions Yunus’ true agenda due to ''vague election timeframes''

Dhaka, Apr 16 (UNI) In another attack on the interim government and its stance on holding elections, Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) senior leader Salahuddin Ahmed has questioned the true agenda of Chief Advisor Mohd Yunus over his “vague election timeframes”– such as December 2025 or early 2026 – instead of giving a concrete timeline.

#BNP senior leader questions Yunus’ true agenda due to ''vague election timeframes''



Rupee rises 15 paise against USD

Mumbai, Apr 16 (UNI) The Rupee remained strong on Wednesday too, rising 15 paise at 85.61 in opening session against the US Dollar
on brisk selling of USD by bankers and exporters, dealers at the Forex Market informed.

#Rupee rises 15 paise against USD

Amit Ghaisas appointed as Maha State President of Laghu Udyog Bharati

Thane, Apr 15 ( UNI) Pune-based entrepreneur Amit Ghaisas has been appointed as the Maharashtra State President of Laghu Udyog Bharati, an organisation that works for the growth of micro and small enterprises with a base of over 50,000 micro and small entrepreneurs as members across 580 districts in the country.

#Amit Ghaisas appointed as Maha State President of Laghu Udyog Bharati

AP: TTD performs Pushapa Yagam at Kodandarama Swamy temple in Vontimitta

Vontimitta (Kadapa Dist.), Apr 15 (UNI) The Pushpayaga Mahotsavam was held at Sri Kodandarama Swamy Temple here on Tuesday evening with great religious pomp and gaiety.

#AP: TTD performs Pushapa Yagam at Kodandarama Swamy temple in Vontimitta

Maha: Congress to hold 'Sadbhavana Shanti March' in Nagpur on April 16

Mumbai, Apr 15 (UNI) To uphold social harmony and peace in the state, Maharashtra Pradesh Congress Committee (MPCC), under the leadership of state party president Harshvardhan Sapkal, will organise a ''Sadbhavana Shanti March'' in Nagpur on April 16.

#Maha: Congress to hold 'Sadbhavana Shanti March' in Nagpur on April 16

Strict action, not appeals to work against rioters in WB: Yogi

Agra (UP), Apr 15 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday strongly condemned the incidents of violence in West Bengal and said that only strict action, not mere appeals, would work against those who incite riots.

#Strict action # not appeals to work against rioters in WB: Yogi

UP govt launches training of CSAs for Samagra Shiksha Social Audit

Lucknow, Apr 15 (UNI) The Uttar Pradesh government has launched a Social Audit Training Programme under the Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan to promote transparency in scheme implementation and ensure quality education reaches every section of society, official sources said here on Tuesday.

#UP govt launches training of CSAs for Samagra Shiksha Social Audit



Maha: Fadnavis inaugurates Water Management Action Fortnight

Mumbai, Apr 15 (UNI) Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday inaugurated the ‘Water Management Action Fortnight’, organised by the Water Resources Department, in the presence of Deputy Chief Ministers Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar, at Mantralaya.

#Maha: Fadnavis inaugurates Water Management Action Fortnight



Hamas says it loses contact with Israeli-U.S. hostage

Gaza/Jerusalem, Apr 15 (UNI) Hamas said on Tuesday that it has lost contact with the group that captured Israeli-U.S. hostage Edan Alexander after an Israeli bombardment targeted their location.

#Hamas says it loses contact with Israeli-U.S. hostage

UP: Agniveer jawan, relative drown in canal in Mainpuri

Mainpuri (UP), Apr 15 (UNI) An Agniveer jawan and his relatives drowned while taking a bath in a canal after Bhagwat Katha in the Bewar area of the Mainpuri district here in Uttar Pradesh on Tuesday, police sources said here.

#UP: Agniveer jawan # relative drown in canal in Mainpuri



Katra-Srinagar rail link inauguration by PM Modi postponed

Jammu, Apr 15 (UNI) The inauguration programme of the much-awaited Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla-Rail Project (USBRL) by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been postponed due to bad weather.

#Katra-Srinagar rail link inauguration by PM Modi postponed

Ghazal Srinivas to render Bhagavad Gita in all world languages

Bhimavaram, Apr 15 (UNI) Renowned singer and triple Guinness World Records holder Dr Ghazal Srinivas has set a remarkable goal to render the Srimad Bhagavad Gita in all world languages.

#Ghazal Srinivas to render Bhagavad Gita in all world languages

Iran's leader warns against extreme optimism, pessimism about talks with U.S.

Tehran, Apr 15 (UNI) Iran''s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei on Tuesday warned against "extreme optimism or pessimism" in the country about the indirect talks between Tehran and Washington.

#Iran's leader warns against extreme optimism # pessimism about talks with U.S.

Srinagar records second-hottest April day in nearly eight decades

Srinagar, Apr 15 (UNI) Kashmir witnessed a significant spike in temperatures on Tuesday, with the summer capital Srinagar recording a day temperature of 30.4°C — the second-highest ever for April in nearly eight decades.

#Srinagar records second-hottest April day in nearly eight decades

PBKS post paltry 111 against KKR in Match 31 of IPL 2025 in Chandigarh.

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#PBKS post paltry 111 against KKR in Match 31 of IPL 2025 in Chandigarh.

Srinagar records second hottest April day in nearly eight decades

Srinagar, Apr 15 (UNI) Kashmir witnessed a significant spike in temperatures on Tuesday, with the summer capital Srinagar recording a day temperature of 30.4°C — the second-highest ever for April in nearly eight decades.

#Srinagar records second hottest April day in nearly eight decades



ED files prosecution complaint against Sonia and Rahul Gandhi in National Herald Case

New Delhi, Apr 15 (UNI) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Tuesday filed its prosecution report against Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi and some other Congress leaders in a local court in the alleged money laundering case related to the National Herald.

#ED files prosecution complaint against Sonia and Rahul Gandhi in National Herald Case

Lothar Matthaus braces for emotional Champions League clash between Bayern & Inter

Berlin, Apr 15 (UNI) Lothar Matthaus is bracing for an emotional Champions League night.

#Lothar Matthaus braces for emotional Champions League clash between Bayern & Inter

Real Madrid looks for another Bernabeu miracle to overturn Champions League deficit

Madrid, Apr 15 (UNI) Real Madrid needs another Santiago Bernabeu miracle on Wednesday to overturn its Champions League first-leg defeat to Arsenal and progress to the semi-finals of the competition.

#Real Madrid looks for another Bernabeu miracle to overturn Champions League deficit

Punjab: BJP leader criticizes Punjab govt's move to file FIR against LoP

Hoshiarpur, Apr 15 (UNI) Senior BJP leader and former state minister Tikshan Sud on Tuesday strongly criticized the Punjab government''s move to file an FIR against Leader of Opposition and Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa.

#Punjab: BJP leader criticizes Punjab govt's move to file FIR against LoP



Punjab: Bajwa moves HC against FIR

Chandigarh, Apr 15 (UNI) Leader of Opposition in Punjab Assembly, Pratap Singh Bajwa, on Tuesday knocked on the doors of Punjab and Haryana High Court against the FIR filed against him over his "50 bombs in Punjab" statement, sources said.

#Punjab: Bajwa moves HC against FIR

MLAs should visit every village in their Assembly segments to explain decisions taken by Govt: CM

Hyderabad, Apr 15 (UNI) Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Tuesday asked his party MLAs to reach out to the people and explain to them the important decision of the government.

#MLAs should visit every village in their Assembly segments to explain decisions taken by Govt: CM

Climate Change to cause extensive damage to Food Security: Prof. Mohanty

Bhubaneswar, Apr 15 (UNI) President of the Science for Common People Society (SCOPES), Prof. Uma Charan Mohanty, emphasized the urgent need to bolster agricultural production as climate change is expected to cause significant damage to food security.

#Climate Change to cause extensive damage to Food Security: Prof. Mohanty

Accused who sent threat message to actor Salman Khan mentally unstable, say police

Mumbai, Apr 15 (UNI) Accused who sent an alleged threat message to Bollywood star Salman Khan is mentally unstable, police said here on Tuesday.

#Accused who sent threat message to actor Salman Khan mentally unstable # say police



SC to hear petitions against new Waqf law tomorrow

New Delhi, Apr 15 (UNI) A large number of petitions filed against the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025 are slated to be heard by the Supreme Court tomorrow.

#SC to hear petitions against new Waqf law tomorrow



SC to hear petitions against new Waqf law tomorrow

New Delhi, Apr 15 (UNI) A large number of petitions filed against the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025 are slated to be heard by the Supreme Court tomorrow.

#SC to hear petitions against new Waqf law tomorrow

AIADMK stages walk out from TN Assembly

Chennai, Apr 15 (UNI) Members of the main Opposition staged a walk out from the Tamil Nadu Assembly after Speaker M Appavu refused them permission to raise some issues on Tuesday.

#AIADMK stages walk out from TN Assembly

Atul Greentech and Amara Raja announce strategic partnership agreement

Hyderabad, Apr 15 (UNI) Atul Greentech Private Limited (AGPL), a subsidiary of Atul Auto Limited and Amara Raja Group, a US$ 2 Billion Global conglomerate with a presence in various industries, on Tuesday announced a strategic partnership agreement for collaboration in development and supply of LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate) Battery packs and chargers for electric vehicles (EVs).

#Atul Greentech and Amara Raja announce strategic partnership agreement

Atul Greentech and Amara Raja announces strategic partnership agreement

Hyderabad, Apr 15 (UNI) Atul Greentech Private Limited (AGPL), a subsidiary of Atul Auto Limited and Amara Raja Group, a US$ 2 Billion Global conglomerate with a presence in various industries, on Tuesday announced a strategic partnership agreement for collaboration in development and supply of LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate) Battery packs and chargers for electric vehicles (EVs).

#Atul Greentech and Amara Raja announces strategic partnership agreement

Himachal Hydro Workers Federation pledges support to all India strike against privatization and labor codes

Mandi, Apr 15(UNI) A significant meeting of the Himachal Pradesh Hydro Worker Federation was held on Tuesday at Tarachand Bhawan in Mandi, chaired by State President Madan Negi, where it pledged support to all India strike against privatization and labor codes
The meeting saw the participation of representatives from various power projects across Himachal Pradesh, signaling growing unity among hydro power workers against the central government’s privatization policies and newly implemented labor codes.

#Himachal Hydro Workers Federation pledges support to all India strike against privatization and labor codes

Rupee up 30 paise against USD

Mumbai, Apr 15 (UNI) The Rupee on Tuesday became further strong at 85.76, advancing 30 paise against USD, on brisk selling of US Dollar from foreign banks and exporters, dealers at the Forex Market said.

#Rupee up 30 paise against USD

Kerala: Ragesh appointed as CPI(M) Kannur district secretary

Kannur, Apr 15 (UNI) Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan''s Private Secretary and CPI(M) State Committee member K K Ragesh has been appointed as the party''s Kannur district Secretary on Tuesday.

#Kerala: Ragesh appointed as CPI(M) Kannur district secretary



Karnataka HC permits CID to file chargesheet against Ex-Minister Jarkiholi, 2 others

Bengaluru, Apr 15 (UNI) The Karnataka High Court on Tuesday permitted the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) to file a chargesheet against former Minister and BJP MLA Ramesh Jarkiholi and two others in connection with alleged violations of loan conditions amounting to Rs 439 crore from the Karnataka State Cooperative Apex Bank and its associated banks.

#Karnataka HC permits CID to file chargesheet against Ex-Minister Jarkiholi #2 others



Budgam Court issues proclamation against Hizbul Chief Salahuddin in 2002 Murder Case

Srinagar, Apr 15 (UNI) A court in Jammu and Kashmir’s Budgam district has issued a proclamation notice against banned Hizbul Mujahideen chief Mohammad Yousuf Shah alias Syed Salahuddin, directing him to appear before it in connection with a 2002 murder case.

#Budgam Court issues proclamation against Hizbul Chief Salahuddin in 2002 Murder Case

Santos parts ways with manager Caixinha

Rio De Janeiro, Apr 15 (UNI) Portuguese manager Pedro Caixinha was sacked by Santos after
less than four months in charge of the Brazilian Serie A club.

#Santos parts ways with manager Caixinha



ED raids various locations in Kolkata and districts against illegal Bangladeshi settlers in Bengal

Kolkata, Apr 15 (UNI) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Tuesday began intensive search operation in at least 8/9 locations of Kolkata, North 24 Parganas and Nadia districts against the illegal Bangladeshi settlers staying in West Bengal, official sources said.

#ED raids various locations in Kolkata and districts against illegal Bangladeshi settlers in Bengal



Rupee up 42 paise against USD

Mumbai, Apr 15 (UNI) The Rupee on Tuesday advanced 42 paise at 85.64 in opening session against the US Dollar
on brisk selling of USD by bankers and exporters, dealers at the Forex Market informed.

#Rupee up 42 paise against USD

Bengal CM Mamata again appeals for peace and religious harmony

Kolkata, Apr 14 (UNI) Chief minister of West Bengal Mamata Banerjee on Monday for the second time in three days appealed for peace and religious harmony and urged the people not to indulge in irreligious activities.

#Bengal CM Mamata again appeals for peace and religious harmony

Waqf law not against Muslims: Pralhad Joshi

Bengaluru, Apr 14 (UNI) Union Minister Pralhad Joshi on Monday asserted that the Waqf Act is not aimed against Muslims, but is intended to protect Waqf properties, generate revenue, and serve the welfare of poor Muslims.

#Waqf law not against Muslims: Pralhad Joshi



6.0-magnitude quake hits 3 km NE of San Diego Country Estates, California: USGS

New York, Apr 4 (UNI) An earthquake with a magnitude of 6.0 jolted 3 km NE of San Diego Country Estates, California at 2025-04-14 17:08:27 GMT on Monday, the U.S. Geological Survey said.

#6.0-magnitude quake hits 3 km NE of San Diego Country Estates #California: USGS



Discrimination against dalits exists in TN, it''s heartbreaking, time for soul searching : GUV

Chennai, Apr 14 (UNI) Accusing the ruling DMK indirectly of being ingratitude to
Dr Ambedkar, the architect of Indian Constitution, Tamil Nadu Governor R N Ravi
on Monday evening said discrimination against dalits still exists in the State which
claims to champion social justice, and it was heartbreaking as he was remembered
only during polls for vote bank politics and that it was time for soul searching.
Speaking at an event commemorating the birth anniversary of Father
of Indian Constitution and Baba Saheb Dr. B.R.Ambedkar at Raj Bhavan
here, he took a veiled dig at the DMK regime and said he was remembered
only during elections and invoked his name for vote bank politics and forget
him after the polls.

#Discrimination against dalits exists in TN #it''s heartbreaking #time for soul searching : GUV

Mohun Bagan SG sail past Classic FA in final to clinch RFDL title

Mumbai, Apr 14 (UNI) Mohun Bagan Super Giant clinched the Reliance Foundation Development League (RFDL) 2024-25 title after sailing past Classic Football Academy 3-0 in the final, held at the Reliance Corporate Park here on Monday.

#Mohun Bagan SG sail past Classic FA in final to clinch RFDL title

Punjab: Khaira slams AAP govt for gagging opposition voices

Phagwara, Apr 14 (UNI) Senior Congress leader and Bholath MLA, Sukhpal Singh Khaira, on Monday came down heavily on the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Punjab, while strongly condemning the utterly false and frivolous FIR registered against Leader of Opposition (LoP) Partap Singh Bajwa for merely highlighting the deteriorating law and order situation in the state.

#Punjab: Khaira slams AAP govt for gagging opposition voices

LSG post 166/7 against CSK in Match 30 of IPL 2025 in Lucknow.

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#LSG post 166/7 against CSK in Match 30 of IPL 2025 in Lucknow.

Special rituals observed in Sri Jagannath Temple on Maha Bishuba Sankranti

Puri (Odisha), Apr 14 (UNI) Special rituals were observed at the Sri Jagannath Temple on Monday to mark Maha Bishuba Sankranti, with offerings of Pana—a delicious and healthy drink—made at around ten Hanuman temples.

#Special rituals observed in Sri Jagannath Temple on Maha Bishuba Sankranti



Changes on both sides as CSK bowl against LSG

Lucknow, Apr 14 (UNI) Both Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) made changes to their lineups for today''s IPL 2025 clash at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium.

#Changes on both sides as CSK bowl against LSG



Changes on both sides as CSK bowl against LSG

Lucknow, Apr 14 (UNI) Both Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) made changes to their lineups for today''s IPL 2025 clash at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium.

#Changes on both sides as CSK bowl against LSG

India bag four medals at Archery WC Stage 1

Auburndale (USA), Apr 14 (UNI) India wrapped up their campaign at the Archery World Cup 2025 Stage 1 here with four medals, including a silver in the men''s recurve team and a bronze from Dhiraj Bommadevara in the men''s individual recurve, signalling a strong start to the international season.

#India bag four medals at Archery WC Stage 1



Netanyahu tells hostage family Israel in talks to free 10 captives

Jerusalem, Apr 14 (UNI) Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told the family of a hostage held in Gaza that Israel is negotiating a ceasefire proposal that could secure the release of 10 captives, a hostage family group said on Monday.

#Netanyahu tells hostage family Israel in talks to free 10 captives

CSK opt to bowl against LSG in Match 30 of the IPL 2025 in Lucknow.

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#CSK opt to bowl against LSG in Match 30 of the IPL 2025 in Lucknow.



Ex-AP CM Jagan pays tributes to BR Ambedkar on his 134th birth anniversary

Vijayawda, Apr 14 (UNI) The YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) observed Dr. BR Ambedkar’s 134th birth anniversary with a grand celebration at its central office in Tadepalli and paid heartfelt tributes to the architect of India’s Constitution.

#Ex-AP CM Jagan pays tributes to BR Ambedkar on his 134th birth anniversary



UP Guv, Yogi pay homage to Baba Saheb Ambedkar on his 134th birth anniversary

Lucknow, Apr 14 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday paid homage to Bharat Ratna Baba Saheb Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar on the occasion of his 134th birth anniversary.

#UP Guv #Yogi pay homage to Baba Saheb Ambedkar on his 134th birth anniversary

Borja rescues point for River Plate against Talleres

Buenos Aires, Apr 14 (UNI) Colombian striker Miguel Borja struck in the 87th minute as River Plate salvaged a 1-1 home draw with Talleres Cordoba in Argentina''s Primera Division Apertura tournament.

#Borja rescues point for River Plate against Talleres

INA flag hoisting anniversary observed in Manipur

Imphal, Apr 14 (UNI) Manipur Governor, Ajay Kumar Bhalla graced the 81st Anniversary of Flag Hoisting Day held at the Indian National Army (INA) Martyr’s Memorial Complex, Moirang, Bishnupur District on Monday.

#INA flag hoisting anniversary observed in Manipur



South Africa squad for tri-series against India & Sri Lanka

Cape Town, Apr 14 (UNI) Cricket South Africa has announced the squad for the Proteas Women’s upcoming tour of Sri Lanka, where they will compete in an ODI tri-series against hosts Sri Lanka
and India.

#South Africa squad for tri-series against India & Sri Lanka



South Africa squad for tri-series against India & Sri Lanka

Cape Town, Apr 14 (UNI) Cricket South Africa has announced the squad for the Proteas Women’s upcoming tour of Sri Lanka, where they will compete in an ODI tri-series against hosts Sri Lanka
and India.

#South Africa squad for tri-series against India & Sri Lanka



Chelsea fight back to draw against Ipswich in Champions League

London, Apr 14 (UNI) Chelsea''s hopes of qualifying for the Champions League were dented with the Blues held to a 2-2 draw against Ipswich at Stamford Bridge.

#Chelsea fight back to draw against Ipswich in Champions League



Chelsea fight back to draw against Ipswich in Champions League

London, Apr 14 (UNI) Chelsea''s hopes of qualifying for the Champions League were dented with the Blues held to a 2-2 draw against Ipswich at Stamford Bridge.

#Chelsea fight back to draw against Ipswich in Champions League



Action thriller "Ground Zero" to be the first film in 38 years to have a red carpet premiere in Srinagar

Srinagar, Apr 14 (UNI) Much-anticipated Bollywood action thriller “Ground Zero” is poised to create cinematic history by becoming the first film in 38 years to have a red carpet premiere in Srinagar.

#Action thriller "Ground Zero" to be the first film in 38 years to have a red carpet premiere in Srinagar

FIR against Congress leader Bajwa over '50 bombs in Punjab' claim, summoned for questioning

Chandigarh, Apr 14 (UNI) An FIR was registered against the Leader of Opposition Partap Singh Bajwa over his "50 bombs in Punjab" statement, and he has been summoned for questioning.

#FIR against Congress leader Bajwa over '50 bombs in Punjab' claim # summoned for questioning



Bangladesh win thriller against Ireland in ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup Qualifier

Lahore, Apr 14 (UNI) Ritu Moni sealed a stunning two-wicket victory for Bangladesh over Ireland in the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 Qualifier here.

#Bangladesh win thriller against Ireland in ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup Qualifier

Punjab: Two of 4 teenage boys drown in Beas river on Baisakhi

Kapurthala. Apr 13 (UNI) Two of four teenaged boys drowned while swimming in Beas river near village Verowal in the district on occasion of Baisakhi festival on Sunday.

#Punjab: Two of 4 teenage boys drown in Beas river on Baisakhi



Punjab: Four teenage boys drown in river Bear during Baisakhi celebration, two die

Kapurthala, Apr 13 (UNI) Two teenage boys died after they drowned in river Beas in Punjab while swimming to celebrate Baisakhi in Kapurthala district on Sunday.

#Punjab: Four teenage boys drown in river Bear during Baisakhi celebration #two die

Kerala: Teenage girl student sexually abused by her 2 classmates in Kozhikode

Kozhikode, Apr 13 (UNI) A minor girl, who is a class 10 student, was sexually abused, allegedly by her two classmates, and their another 11-year-old friend allegedly recorded the incident on his mobile phone and circulated the video among their friends at Feroke in the district.

#Kerala: Teenage girl student sexually abused by her 2 classmates in Kozhikode



Akshay Kumar commemorates 106th anniversary of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre with solemn tribute

Mumbai, Apr 13 (UNI) Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar marked the 106th anniversary of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre by sharing an evocative tribute to the martyrs who perished during one of the most harrowing atrocities of India''s colonial past.

#Akshay Kumar commemorates 106th anniversary of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre with solemn tribute



Bihar: FIR against Kanhaiya Kumar for calling PM terrorist

Patna, Apr 13 (UNI) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Sunday lodged an FIR against Congress leader Kanhaiya Kumar for calling Prime Minister Narendra Modi a ''terrorist'' and for making objectionable remarks about the workers of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS).

#Bihar: FIR against Kanhaiya Kumar for calling PM terrorist

MI post 205/5 against DC in Match 29 of the IPL 2025 in Delhi

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#MI post 205/5 against DC in Match 29 of the IPL 2025 in Delhi



Faf ruled out as DC opt to field against MI

New Delhi, Apr 13 (UNI) In a major setback for Delhi Capitals, experienced opener Faf du Plessis was ruled out of Sunday''s clash against Mumbai Indians due to injury. Skipper Axar Patel, confirming the development at the toss, said the team would bowl first in what is the first IPL match at this venue this season.

#Faf ruled out as DC opt to field against MI



Faf ruled out as DC opt to field against MI

New Delhi, Apr 13 (UNI) In a major setback for Delhi Capitals, experienced opener Faf du Plessis was ruled out of Sunday''s clash against Mumbai Indians due to injury. Skipper Axar Patel, confirming the development at the toss, said the team would bowl first in what is the first IPL match at this venue this season.

#Faf ruled out as DC opt to field against MI

DC opt to bowl against MI in Match 29 of the IPL 2025 in New Delhi

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#DC opt to bowl against MI in Match 29 of the IPL 2025 in New Delhi

Congress govt committed to promotion of Urdu language : Telangana Minister

Hyderabad, Apr 13 (UNI) Telangana Irrigation and Civil Supplies Minister Capt. N. Uttam Kumar Reddy reiterated the Congress Government’s commitment to the promotion of Urdu language, literature, and culture in the state.

#Congress govt committed to promotion of Urdu language : Telangana Minister

AP Minister Lokesh lays foundation stone for 100-bed hospital in Mangalagiri

Vijayawada, Apr 13 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Minister for Education, IT and Electronics Nara Lokesh on Sunday laid the foundation stone for the construction of a 100-bed hospital in his constituency Mangalagiri, near here.

#AP Minister Lokesh lays foundation stone for 100-bed hospital in Mangalagiri

Haryana: Creation of Khalsa Panth instilled spirit of courage, sacrifice in people: Saini

Chandigarh, Apr 13 (UNI) Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini said Shri Guru Gobind Singh
Ji instilled the spirit of living with courage and sacrifice in people by establishing the Khalsa Panth
on April 13, 1699.

#Haryana: Creation of Khalsa Panth instilled spirit of courage # sacrifice in people: Saini



Tensions simmer as Pakistan once again accuses Afghanistan of harboring terrorists

Kabul/Islamabad, Apr 13 (UNI) As tensions continue to simmer between Afghanistan and Pakistan, Pakistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has once again accused Kabul of harboring terrorists.

#Tensions simmer as Pakistan once again accuses Afghanistan of harboring terrorists

RR rack up 173/4 against RCB in Match 28 of IPL 2025 at Jaipur

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#RR rack up 173/4 against RCB in Match 28 of IPL 2025 at Jaipur

Woman professor found dead at home with head wound in Nagpur

Mumbai, Apr 13 (UNI) A 50-year-old woman professor, working as assistant professor in the physiotherapy department of the Government Medical College and Hospital, was found dead with a head wound in her house in Maharashtra''s Nagpur city, police said on Sunday.

#Woman professor found dead at home with head wound in Nagpur



Telangana Governor flags off ''Jai Bhim Padayatra'' in Hyderabad

Hyderabad, Apr 13 (UNI) Telangana Governor Jishnu Dev Varma on Sunday flagged off the “Jai Bhim Padayatra” from Raj Bhavan, commemorating the 134th birth anniversary of Bharat Ratna Dr B R Ambedkar.

#Telangana Governor flags off ''Jai Bhim Padayatra'' in Hyderabad



Last rites of martyr Subedar Kuldeep Chand performed with military honours in Hamirpur village

Hamirpur (Himachal P), Apr 13 (UNI) The last rites of Subedar Kuldeep Chand of district Hamirpur, who died while fighting bravely with terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir, was performed with full military and state honours in his village Kohlvi in ​​Galod tehsil of the district on Sunday.

#Last rites of martyr Subedar Kuldeep Chand performed with military honours in Hamirpur village

RCB opt to bowl against RR in Match 28 of the IPL 2025 in Jaipur.

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#RCB opt to bowl against RR in Match 28 of the IPL 2025 in Jaipur.



Punjab : FIR registered against both parties involved in clash at civil hospital

Chandigarh Apr 13 (UNI) In a prompt action, First Information Report (FIR) has been registered against both parties involved in a clash that occurred at the Civil Hospital in Dera Bassi, informed Punjab Health Minister Dr Balbir Singh here on Sunday.

#Punjab : FIR registered against both parties involved in clash at civil hospital



Hamas releases video of Israeli-American hostage

Gaza, Apr 13 (UNI) Al-Qassam Brigades, the military wing of Hamas, on Saturday released a video of Israeli-American hostage Edan Alexander, who has been held in the Gaza Strip since Oct. 7, 2023.

#Hamas releases video of Israeli-American hostage

Indian Army brings solar power to border village split by LoC in Kupwara’s Karnah Valley

Srinagar, Apr 12 (UNI) The Indian Army has brought electricity for the first time to Simari, a remote border village near Teetwal in Kashmir’s Kupwara district, by harnessing solar power.

#Indian Army brings solar power to border village split by LoC in Kupwara’s Karnah Valley

TTD Chairman lashes out against 'fabricated allegations' over cow deaths by Karunakar Reddy

Tirupati, Apr 12 (UNI) Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD) Chairman B.R. Naidu on Saturday lashed out against "false and fabricated allegations being spread by former TTD chairman Bhumana Karunakar Reddy regarding the death of cows in TTD’s Sri Venkateswara (SV) cowsheds".

#TTD Chairman lashes out against 'fabricated allegations' over cow deaths by Karunakar Reddy



Mohun Bagan SG lifts ISL 2024-25 Cup defeating Bengaluru FC 2-1 in Final

Kolkata, Apr 12 (UNI) Mohun Bagan Super Giant (MBSG) won the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 Cup after a 2-1 victory against Bengaluru FC at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan here on Saturday night.

#Mohun Bagan SG lifts ISL 2024-25 Cup defeating Bengaluru FC 2-1 in Final



Mohun Bagan SG lifts ISL 2024-25 Cup defeating Bengaluru FC 2-1 in Final

Kolkata, Apr 12 (UNI) Mohun Bagan Super Giant (MBSG) won the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 Cup after a 2-1 victory against Bengaluru FC at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan here on Saturday night.

#Mohun Bagan SG lifts ISL 2024-25 Cup defeating Bengaluru FC 2-1 in Final

Mohun Bagan Super Giant beat Bengaluru FC in ISL Final

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#Mohun Bagan Super Giant beat Bengaluru FC in ISL Final