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Punjab: Lineman electrocuted during power line repair

Phagwara, May 8 (UNI) A lineman with the Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL)
lost his life due to electrocution while performing maintenance work in the Khassan village of Kapurthala district, police said on Thursday.

#Punjab: Lineman electrocuted during power line repair

AAP led govt in Punjab neither respects the Constitution nor the country’s constitutional institutions: Haryana CM Saini
Chandigarh, May 8 (UNI) In a strong response to the stance taken by the Punjab government on the ongoing water dispute, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini today said that the Aam Aadmi Party-led government in Punjab neither respects the Constitution nor the country’s constitutional institutions.
#AAP led govt in Punjab neither respects the Constitution nor the country’s constitutional institutions: Haryana CM Saini

Punjab: Murder accused proclaimed offender arrested after 27 years

Phagwara, May 8 (UNI) Punjab police have arrested a proclaimed offender who has been absconding for the last 27 years.

#Punjab: Murder accused proclaimed offender arrested after 27 years

Mumbai Falcons reveal squad at T20 Mumbai League Auction, featuring Raghuvanshi

Mumbai, May 8 (UNI) SoBo Mumbai Falcons officially joined the T20 Mumbai league for its much-anticipated third edition.

#Mumbai Falcons reveal squad at T20 Mumbai League Auction # featuring Raghuvanshi

OpenAI to invest in global efforts to develop infrastructure for AI advancement abroad

San Francisco, May 8 (UNI) US artificial intelligence (AI) research organisation OpenAI plans to invest in efforts outside of the country to develop the infrastructure necessary to run AI systems, building on its Stargate effort focused on AI data centers in the United States, according to Bloomberg News.

#OpenAI to invest in global efforts to develop infrastructure for AI advancement abroad

Turkish police detain 16 in Istanbul in IS terror probe
Istanbul, May 8 (UNI) Turkish police detained 16 suspects on Thursday over alleged links to the Islamic State (IS), in Türkiye''s largest city, Istanbul, according to authorities.
#Turkish police detain 16 in Istanbul in IS terror probe

Rupee slumps 77 paise against USD

Mumbai, May 8 (UNI) The Rupee dropped for the third straight session on Thursday, depreciating by 77 paise to 85.60 against USD, on brisk demand for the greenback from foreign banks and exporters, dealers at the Forex Market said.

#Rupee slumps 77 paise against USD

Namibia appoints Craig Williams as men''s national cricket head coach
Windhoek, May 8 (UNI) Cricket Namibia, the country''s cricket governing body, has appointed retired player Craig Williams as the new head coach of the senior men''s national team, known as the "Eagles."
Williams represented Namibia from 2007 to 2022, having played 400 games across all formats for
the national team and scored 15,000 runs.
#Namibia appoints Craig Williams as men''s national cricket head coach

Namibia appoints Craig Williams as men''s national cricket head coach
Windhoek, May 8 (UNI) Cricket Namibia, the country''s cricket governing body, has appointed retired player Craig Williams as the new head coach of the senior men''s national team, known as the "Eagles."
Williams represented Namibia from 2007 to 2022, having played 400 games across all formats for
the national team and scored 15,000 runs.
#Namibia appoints Craig Williams as men''s national cricket head coach

Rupee closes at 85.60, down by 77 paise against USD

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#Rupee closes at 85.60 # down by 77 paise against USD

SC tags Partha Chatterjee’s bail plea with co-accused in West Bengal''s cash-for-jobs scam
New Delhi, May 8 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Wednesday tagged the bail application of former West Bengal minister and Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader, Partha Chatterjee, with a pending matter involving a co-accused in the high-profile multi-crore West Bengal''s cash-for-jobs scam, while scheduling the next hearing for July 17.
#SC tags Partha Chatterjee’s bail plea with co-accused in West Bengal''''s cash-for-jobs scam

Chinese Air Force participates in first-ever joint training exercises with Egyptian Air Force

Beijing/Cairo, May 8 (UNI) The Chinese Air Force dispatched its topline aircraft such as J-10C, KJ-500 and YY-20 to participate in its first-ever joint training exercise with Egypt, as part of Beijing''s efforts to bolster military ties with Africa.

#Chinese Air Force participates in first-ever joint training exercises with Egyptian Air Force

Korcomptenz Inc expands India operations with AI Innovation hub

Chennai, May 8 (UNI) Korcomptenz Inc, USA on Thursday expanded its Indian operations
by setting up offices in Chennai and Hyderabad.

#Korcomptenz Inc expands India operations with AI Innovation hub

Congress warns Modi govt against politicising ‘Operation Sindoor’

Kangra, May 8 (UNI) Sapan Sood, spokesperson of the District Kangra Congress Committee,
lauded the bravery and decisiveness of the Indian armed forces during ''Operation Sindoor'', but cautioned the Centre against politicising the military operation for electoral gains.

#Congress warns Modi govt against politicising ‘Operation Sindoor’

Puri Airport to unlock vast tourism and economic potential- Official

Bhubaneswar, May 8 (UNI) The proposed Greenfield Airport at Puri, recently approved by the Centre, is set to enhance air connectivity and unlock significant tourism and economic opportunities for the region.

#Puri Airport to unlock vast tourism and economic potential- Official

Again girls outshine boys in TN Plus-2 board exams
Chennai, May 8 (UNI) In line with the pattern seen over the
years, Girls once again outshone boys in the Plus-2 Board
exams conducted by the Tamil Nadu government, results
of which were announced on Thursday.
#Again girls outshine boys in TN Plus-2 board exams

Pak targeted our military assets, we hit back with ‘same domain and same intensity’: India
New Delhi, May 8 (UNI) Suggesting that Islamabad was escalating confrontation, India on Thursday said Pakistan last night “attempted to engage a number of military targets” in this country, prompting a response “in the same domain with same intensity”, with the neighbouring nation’s Air Defence Radars and Systems being targeted.
#Pak targeted our military assets #we hit back with ‘same domain and same intensity’: India

Heavy rains trigger mudslide at Ramban, Jammu-Srinagar NH shut
Jammu, May 8 (UNI) The strategic Jammu-Srinagar highway was closed for vehicular movement on Thursday morning due to mudslide triggered by heavy rains in mountainous Ramban district of Jammu and Kashmir.
#Heavy rains trigger mudslide at Ramban #Jammu-Srinagar NH shut

The other places where Pakistan attempted to engage Indian military targets were Amritsar, Kapurthala, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Adampur, Bhatinda , Chandigarh, Nal, Phalodi, Uttarlai and Bhuj, says the Defence Ministry spokesman

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#The other places where Pakistan attempted to engage Indian military targets were Amritsar # Kapurthala # Jalandhar # Ludhiana

These Pakistani attempts were neutralised by the Integrated Counter UAS Grid and Air Defence systems. The debris of these attacks is now being recovered from a number of locations that prove the Pakistani attacks," says the Defence Ministry

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#These Pakistani attempts were neutralised by the Integrated Counter UAS Grid and Air Defence systems. The debris of these attacks is now being recovered from a number of locations that prove the Pakistani attacks #" says the Defence Ministry

We are one in fight against terrorism: Message from all-party meet
New Delhi, May 8 (UNI) Complete unity was at display at the all-party meeting, where leaders belonging to ruling as well as Opposition endorsed the military operation against terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir and extended support to Operation Sindoor.
#We are one in fight against terrorism: Message from all-party meet

UNGA President urges for restraint, immediate de-escalation between India, Pakistan
United Nations/New Delhi, May 8 (UNI) UN General Assembly President Philemon Yang has voiced concern over the escalating hostilities between India and Pakistan and urged both sides to exercise maximum restraint and for an immediate de-escalation.
#UNGA President urges for restraint #immediate de-escalation between India #Pakistan

Raducanu & Norrie claim Rome wins as Boulter beaten
Rome, May 8 (UNI) Britain''s Emma Raducanu and Cameron Norrie won their first-round matches at the Italian Open as Katie Boulter failed to progress here.
#Raducanu & Norrie claim Rome wins as Boulter beaten

Raducanu & Norrie claim Rome wins as Boulter beaten
Rome, May 8 (UNI) Britain''s Emma Raducanu and Cameron Norrie won their first-round matches at the Italian Open as Katie Boulter failed to progress here.
#Raducanu & Norrie claim Rome wins as Boulter beaten

Raducanu & Norrie claim Rome wins as Boulter beaten
Rome, May 8 (UNI) Britain''s Emma Raducanu and Cameron Norrie won their first-round matches at the Italian Open as Katie Boulter failed to progress here.
#Raducanu & Norrie claim Rome wins as Boulter beaten

Raducanu & Norrie claim Rome wins as Boulter beaten
Rome, May 8 (UNI) Britain''s Emma Raducanu and Cameron Norrie won their first-round matches at the Italian Open as Katie Boulter failed to progress here.
#Raducanu & Norrie claim Rome wins as Boulter beaten

Indian, Pakistani NSAs spoke to each other, claims Pakistani FM Ishaq Dar
Islamabad, May 8 (UNI) Pakistan Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has claimed that the National Security Advisors of Pakistan and India had spoken on Wednesday, amid the escalation in tensions.
#Indian #Pakistani NSAs spoke to each other #claims Pakistani FM Ishaq Dar

AIFF condoles death of former India midfielder DMK Afzal
New Delhi, May 8 (UNI) The All India Football Federation condoled the death of former India midfielder DMK Afzal, who passed away, on Wednesday.
#AIFF condoles death of former India midfielder DMK Afzal

AIFF condoles death of former India midfielder DMK Afzal
New Delhi, May 8 (UNI) The All India Football Federation condoled the death of former India midfielder DMK Afzal, who passed away, on Wednesday.
#AIFF condoles death of former India midfielder DMK Afzal

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In-form RCB eye fifth win against slumping LSG

Lucknow, May 8 (UNI) High-flying Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), buoyed by a four-match winning streak and Virat Kohli’s red-hot form, will look to tighten their grip on an IPL 2025 playoff berth. They take on a struggling Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) side battling a three-match losing slump, in the 59th league encounter at Bharat Ratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Stadium here on Friday.

#In-form RCB eye fifth win against slumping LSG



In-form RCB eye fifth win against slumping LSG

Lucknow, May 8 (UNI) High-flying Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), buoyed by a four-match winning streak and Virat Kohli’s red-hot form, will look to tighten their grip on an IPL 2025 playoff berth. They take on a struggling Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) side battling a three-match losing slump, in the 59th league encounter at Bharat Ratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Stadium here on Friday.

#In-form RCB eye fifth win against slumping LSG



In-form RCB eye fifth win against slumping LSG

Lucknow, May 8 (UNI) High-flying Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), buoyed by a four-match winning streak and Virat Kohli’s red-hot form, will look to tighten their grip on an IPL 2025 playoff berth. They take on a struggling Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) side battling a three-match losing slump, in the 59th league encounter at Bharat Ratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Stadium here on Friday.

#In-form RCB eye fifth win against slumping LSG



Russia remains biggest threat to European security - New German Chancellor

Moscow, May 8 (UNI) New German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said Russia remains the biggest threat to European security.

#Russia remains biggest threat to European security - New German Chancellor



Terai region in UP emerging as ecotourism hub

Lucknow, May 8 (UNI) While religious tourism continues to grow in Uttar Pradesh with destinations like Ayodhya, Kashi, and Mathura drawing visitors across India and abroad, the Terai region, featuring biodiversity hotspots like Dudhwa, Pilibhit and Katarniaghat, is rapidly emerging as a top ecotourism destination, sources said here on Thursday.

#Terai region in UP emerging as ecotourism hub

Bolivia's rainy season death toll hits 58

La Paz, May 8 (UNI) Bolivia''s rainy season has left 58 people dead, 10 missing and more than 860,000 families homeless since last November, a senior official said here on Wednesday.

#Bolivia's rainy season death toll hits 58



Clouds hover over Dharamshala IPL match amid security clearance uncertainty

Shimla, May 8 (UNI) The fate of today''s IPL match in Dharamshala hangs in the balance as the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) awaits final security clearance from the state police.

#Clouds hover over Dharamshala IPL match amid security clearance uncertainty



Clouds hover over Dharamshala IPL match amid security clearance uncertainty

Shimla, May 8 (UNI) The fate of today''s IPL match in Dharamshala hangs in the balance as the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) awaits final security clearance from the state police.

#Clouds hover over Dharamshala IPL match amid security clearance uncertainty



Clouds hover over Dharamshala IPL match amid security clearance uncertainty

Shimla, May 8 (UNI) The fate of today''s IPL match in Dharamshala hangs in the balance as the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) awaits final security clearance from the state police.

#Clouds hover over Dharamshala IPL match amid security clearance uncertainty



Rupee regains 28 paise against USD

Mumbai, May 8 (UNI) The Rupee on Thursday bounced back 28 paise at 84.54 in opening session on selling of US Dollar by bankers and importers, dealers at the Forex Market informed.

#Rupee regains 28 paise against USD

Rupee opens at 84.54, up 28 paise against USD

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#Rupee opens at 84.54 # up 28 paise against USD



Macron criticizes Israeli airstrike in Syria "bad practice"

Paris, May 8 (UNI) French President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday criticized Israeli strikes in Syria, warning such actions would not guarantee "Israel''s long-term security."
He made the remarks during a joint press conference with Syrian interim leader Ahmed al-Sharaa at the Elysee Palace in Paris.

#Macron criticizes Israeli airstrike in Syria "bad practice"



Spain to invest over $3.3bln in cybersecurity as part of defense plan - PM

Madrid, May 8 (UNI) Spain will spend about 3 billion euros ($3.39 billion) on developing cybersecurity as part of a new plan for the industrial and technological modernization of the kingdom''s security and defense sector, Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said.

#Spain to invest over $3.3bln in cybersecurity as part of defense plan - PM



Iraqi PM, Azerbaijani FM discuss energy cooperation

Baghdad, May 8 (UNI) Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia'' al-Sudani met on Wednesday with visiting Azerbaijani Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov and discussed energy cooperation between the two countries.

#Iraqi PM #Azerbaijani FM discuss energy cooperation

Maha: Talathi in Raigad trapped in ACB net

Kolhapur / Raigad, May 7 (UNI) Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) officials on Wednesday arrested a talathi of Roha tehsil in Raigad district while allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 10,000 from a complainant.

#Maha: Talathi in Raigad trapped in ACB net

AI, blockchain, drones to bring next wave of digital transformation: IT secy

Mumbai, May 7 (UNI) As Artificial Intelligence, blockchain and drones are going to be the next wave of digital transformation, this wave will see a radical improvement in the functioning of the government, asserted Union Electronics & Information Technology secretary S Krishnan on Wednesday .

#AI # blockchain # drones to bring next wave of digital transformation: IT secy



ECI training field-level election functionaries from TN, Puducherry

New Delhi, May 7 (UNI) The Election Commission of India (ECI) has now taken another unprecedented step of training field-level election functionaries from Tamil Nadu and Puducherry in the Tamil language.

#ECI training field-level election functionaries from TN #Puducherry

Maha: Minister directs to give ex-gratia grant to families affected by 4-laning project of Virar-Dahanu Road railway

Mumbai, May 7 (UNI) Maharashtra Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule said on Wednesday that ex-gratia grant would be given to families from Survey No 216 Asangaon who are affected due to the four-laning project of Virar-Dahanu Road railway and construction of a railway car shed.

#Maha: Minister directs to give ex-gratia grant to families affected by 4-laning project of Virar-Dahanu Road railway



Maha: CM, Deputy CMs praise Indian Army for Operation Sindoor

Mumbai, May 7 (UNI) Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday welcomed the move of India government and praised Indian Army for its Operation Sindoor.

#Maha: CM #Deputy CMs praise Indian Army for Operation Sindoor



BSF raises “bar of alertness” along India-Bangladesh border

Shillong, May 7 (UNI) In the wake of Operation Sindoor, the Border Security Force (BSF) has raised the “bar of alertness” at the India-Bangladesh border in Meghalaya sector.
“We have raised the bar of our alertness at the borders. Currently I am at the border reviewing the security arrangement. We have complete night dominance at this difficult terrain,” Inspector General of BSF, Meghalaya Frontier, O P Upadhyay told UNI.

#BSF raises “bar of alertness” along India-Bangladesh border

Hailstorms hit isolated areas in HP, MP, Vidarbha, Madhya Maharashtra

Pune, May 7 (UNI) Hailstorms occurred at isolated places over Himachal Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Vidarbha and Madhya Maharashtra, India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Wednesday.

#Hailstorms hit isolated areas in HP # MP # Vidarbha # Madhya Maharashtra



Op Sindoor: France backs India in its ''fight against terror groups''

Paris/New Delhi, May 7 (UNI) France today said it “supports India in its fight against terrorist groups”, in a big show of support following India’s cross-border strikes on terror camps in Pakistan and POK.

#Op Sindoor: France backs India in its ''fight against terror groups''

Aizawl simulates wartime emergency in nationwide civil defence drill

Aizawl, May 7 (UNI) A large-scale emergency preparedness exercise simulating wartime scenarios such as air raids, power outages, and civilian evacuations was carried out in Aizawl on Wednesday, in synchrony with 243 civil defence districts across the country.

#Aizawl simulates wartime emergency in nationwide civil defence drill



India adopts a zero tolerance policy against terrorism-Odisha CM

Bhubaneswar, May 7 (UNI) India has been adopting a zero tolerance policy against terrorism and Operation Sindoor is a perfect example of this,Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi said.

#India adopts a zero tolerance policy against terrorism-Odisha CM



Mock drills held at key locations in Mumbai, rest of Maha as part of nationwide exercise

Mumbai, May 7 (UNI) As part of a nationwide preparedness initiative, civil defence mock drills were held on Wednesday at various locations in Mumbai and the rest of Maharashtra in the backof escalating tensions between India and Pakistan.

#Mock drills held at key locations in Mumbai #rest of Maha as part of nationwide exercise



Lt Governor attends high-level security meeting chaired by Home Minister

Srinagar, May 7(UNI) Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday attended the high-level meeting chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah through virtual mode.

#Lt Governor attends high-level security meeting chaired by Home Minister



India captain Rohit Sharma announces Test retirement

Mumbai, May 7 (UNI) Indian skipper Rohit Sharma has retired from Test cricket.

#India captain Rohit Sharma announces Test retirement



India captain Rohit Sharma announces Test retirement

Mumbai, May 7 (UNI) Indian skipper Rohit Sharma has retired from Test cricket.

#India captain Rohit Sharma announces Test retirement



UK urges India, Pakistan to show restraint, engage in direct dialogue

London/New Delhi, May 7 (UNI) The UK has urged India and Pakistan to show restraint and engage in direct dialogue to find a swift, diplomatic path forward, in the wake of India launching cross-border strikes on terror camps in Pakistan and POK to avenge the Pahalgam attack.

#UK urges India #Pakistan to show restraint #engage in direct dialogue

UAE fined for slow over-rate against Netherlands

Amstelveen (Netherlands), May 7 (UNI) The United Arab Emirates have been fined five per cent of their match fee for maintaining a slow over-rate against the Netherlands in the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup League 2 match played here on Tuesday.

#UAE fined for slow over-rate against Netherlands

AP CM: All employees be imparted capacity building training

Vijayawada, May 7 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Mr Chandrababu Naidu on Wednesday called for all the State Government employees to focus on capacity building for getting better results in discharging their duties.

#AP CM: All employees be imparted capacity building training



Haryana: Saini welcomes HC order on water row

Chandigarh, May 7 (UNI) Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Wednesday welcomed the Punjab and Haryana High Court Order directing Punjab not to interfere in Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB) affairs.

#Haryana: Saini welcomes HC order on water row

Caste enumeration decision a historic step: R Krishnaiah

Hyderabad, May 8 (UNI) Rajya Sabha MP and National BC Welfare Association President R Krishnaiah hailed the Central Government’s decision to proceed with caste enumeration as a historic achievement during the BC Round Table meeting held in Hyderabad on Wednesday.

#Caste enumeration decision a historic step: R Krishnaiah

Indian Railways sourcing week kicks off

Kolkata, May 7 (UNI) The 5th edition of three-day Indian Railways Sourcing Week kicked off on Wednesday with wide participation from industry leaders, senior Indian Railways officials and MSMEs.

#Indian Railways sourcing week kicks off



Modi has done what he had vowed: MP CM praises Operation Sindoor

Bhopal, May 7 (UNI) Praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi for Operation Sindoor, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Wednesday said the PM has done what he had vowed, and the Indian Army''s action has made every citizen proud.

#Modi has done what he had vowed: MP CM praises Operation Sindoor



EAM speaks with counterparts from Japan, France, Germany, Qatar, Spain on Op Sindoor

New Delhi, May 7 (UNI) External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar spoke with his counterparts from a number of countries, including Japan, France, Germany, Qatar and Spain, on the cross-border strikes by India on terror camps in Pakistan and POK.

#EAM speaks with counterparts from Japan #France #Germany #Qatar



Civil Defence mock drill conducted at Chennai Port, Kalpakkam

Chennai, May 7 (UNI) In line with the Union Home Ministry''s directives to test
the defence preparedness of various agencies in the wake of the Pahalgam
terror attack, a mock war drill was conducted at Chennai Port Authority and
at Kalpakkam, about 70 km from here, housing Atomic Power stations, in
Tamil Nadu on Wednesday.

#Civil Defence mock drill conducted at Chennai Port #Kalpakkam



Cong lauds armed forces for bold action against terrorist bases in Pakistan, PoK

New Delhi, May 7 (UNI) Congress on Wednesday gave its full support to the Indian armed forces for taking bold action against the terrorist bases in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir under ''Operation Sindoor''.

#Cong lauds armed forces for bold action against terrorist bases in Pakistan #PoK



I salute Indian Armed Forces for avenging Pahalgam terror attack : Naidu

Vijayawada, May 7 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Wednesday commended the Indian Armed Forces for their successful strikes against terrorist camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.

#I salute Indian Armed Forces for avenging Pahalgam terror attack : Naidu

Chhattisgarh: Govt confirms 'zero tolerance' policy against corruption

Raipur, May 7 (UNI) The Chhattisgarh government has reiterated its ''zero tolerance'' policy against corruption during the third phase of ''Sushasan Tihar''.

#Chhattisgarh: Govt confirms 'zero tolerance' policy against corruption



BJP demands action against Prof Sujatha for remarks on Op Sindoor

Hyderabad, May 7 (UNI) The BJP on Wednesday strongly condemned the remarks made by Professor Surapelli Sujatha, a member of the Telangana State Education Commission and faculty member at Satavahana University, regarding the Centre’s anti-terror operation "Operation Sindoor," calling her comments derogatory, irresponsible, and an insult to national sentiment.

#BJP demands action against Prof Sujatha for remarks on Op Sindoor

Noida International Airport to get 131 policemen soon

Lucknow, May 7 (UNI) With Noida International Airport (NIA) set to begin operations soon, the Uttar Pradesh Police is gearing up to ensure foolproof security while maintaining a passenger-friendly environment, official sources said here on Wednesday.

#Noida International Airport to get 131 policemen soon

Rupee down 39 paise against USD

Mumbai, May 7 (UNI) The Rupee continued its slide for second day on Wednesday, when it dropped further by 39 paise to close in negative at 84.82 against US Dollar on brisk demand for the greenback from foreign banks and exporters, dealers at the Forex Market said.

#Rupee down 39 paise against USD

Pahalgam attack victim's father said salutes army for 'Op Sindoor'

Kanpur, May 7 (UNI) The family of Shubham Dwivedi, a victim of the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, on Wednesday expressed satisfaction over the action taken by the Indian Army on terrorist hideouts and thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the armed forces.

#Pahalgam attack victim's father said salutes army for 'Op Sindoor'



Pahalgam survivors in Bengal want firm retaliation against terrorists

Kolkata, May 7 (UNI) Slain techie Bitan Adhikary''s widow Sohini on Wednesday wept uncontrollably, remembering her husband, and consoling herself in the lethal retribution against terrorists by Indian armed forces in Operation Sindoor deep inside Pakistan and PoK.

#Pahalgam survivors in Bengal want firm retaliation against terrorists



Operation Sindoor : TN rallies behind Armed forces, hails precision strikes on terror camps

Chennai, May 7(UNI) The State of Tamil Nadu on Wednesday rallied behind the
Indian Armed Forces on the Operation Sindoor that destroyed terror camps in
Pakistan an PoK in the aftermath of the dastardly Pahalgam terror attack.

#Operation Sindoor : TN rallies behind Armed forces #hails precision strikes on terror camps

Rupee closes at 84.82, down by 39 paise, against USD

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#Rupee closes at 84.82 # down by 39 paise # against USD



Maha: RSS praises Operation Sindoor, describes it as beginning of justice

Mumbai, May 7 (UNI) The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) on Wednesday praised Operation Sindoor as the “beginning of justice” for the victims of the Pahalgam terror strike.

#Maha: RSS praises Operation Sindoor #describes it as beginning of justice



Himachal airports shut amid security concerns

Shimla May 7 (UNI) Amid rising tensions along the India-Pakistan border, all civil flight operations at Himachal Pradesh’s three airports — Gaggal (Dharamshala), Kullu, and Shimla — have been suspended with immediate effect till May 9.

#Himachal airports shut amid security concerns

Philippines reports 1st case of highly pathogenic avian flu strain

Manila, May 7 (UNI) The Philippine Department of Agriculture''s Bureau of Animal Industry on Wednesday said it confirmed the detection of the country''s first case of "High Pathogenicity Avian Influenza Type A Subtype H5N9" in Camarines Sur province, southeast of Manila.

#Philippines reports 1st case of highly pathogenic avian flu strain



Mumbai CSMIA issues Advisory following Indo-Pak tension

Mumbai May 7 (UNI) Following tension between India and Pakistan, the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) in Mumbai issued a public advisory on Wednesday urging passengers to check their flight status before heading to the airport.

#Mumbai CSMIA issues Advisory following Indo-Pak tension



N-E CMs hail Indian armed forces

Shillong, May 7 (UNI) Chief Ministers of the northeastern states on Wednesday hailed the Indian armed forces for carrying out 24 precision missile strikes on nine terror targets in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoK).

#N-E CMs hail Indian armed forces

Telangana: Rich tributes paid to Damodaram Sanjeevaiah on his death anniversary

Hyderabad, May 7 (UNI) The 53rd death anniversary of former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Damodaram Sanjeevaiah was observed with great reverence and grandeur under the auspices of V Hanumantha Rao, Chairman of the Damodaram Sanjeevaiah Trust.

#Telangana: Rich tributes paid to Damodaram Sanjeevaiah on his death anniversary



We stand with Indian Army : Revanth; Chairs high-level meeting

Hyderabad, May 7 (UNI) Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Wednesday chaired a high-level review meeting on Operation Sindoor at the Integrated Command and Control Centre (ICCC) in Hyderabad, issuing a series of directives to strengthen public safety, law enforcement, and emergency response across the state.

#We stand with Indian Army : Revanth; Chairs high-level meeting



UN chief calls for maximum military restraint between India, Pakistan

United Nations, May 7 (UNI) United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres voiced concern over the cross-border Indian military operations into Pakistan and POK and urged for maximum military restraint from both countries.

#UN chief calls for maximum military restraint between India #Pakistan



Bangladesh remain optimistic on fitness of key fast bowler Taskin Ahmed

Dhaka, May 7 (UNI) Bangladesh are confident that pace spearhead Taskin Ahmed will be fit to return to action for next month''s ICC World Test Championship series in Sri Lanka.

#Bangladesh remain optimistic on fitness of key fast bowler Taskin Ahmed



Bangladesh remain optimistic on fitness of key fast bowler Taskin Ahmed

Dhaka, May 7 (UNI) Bangladesh are confident that pace spearhead Taskin Ahmed will be fit to return to action for next month''s ICC World Test Championship series in Sri Lanka.

#Bangladesh remain optimistic on fitness of key fast bowler Taskin Ahmed



Bihar : Ruling party and opposition welcome air strike on terrorist camps in Pakistan

Patna, May 6 (UNI) The ruling party and the opposition welcomed the action of the Indian Army on nine terrorist hideouts in Pakistan after the Pahalgam attack in Jammu and Kashmir.

#Bihar : Ruling party and opposition welcome air strike on terrorist camps in Pakistan



Op Sindoor: Indian cross-border strike targeted home of Jaish chief Masood Azhar in Bahawalpur

Bahawalpur (Pakistan), May 7 (UNI) Indian cross-border strikes targeted the home of Jaish-e-Mohammed chief Masood Azhar, mastermind of the 2001 Parliament attack, in Pakistan’s Punjab city of Bahawalpur.

#Op Sindoor: Indian cross-border strike targeted home of Jaish chief Masood Azhar in Bahawalpur



Mother of slain Naval officer says Pahalgam victims have got justice

Chandigarh, May 7 (UNI) Asha Narwal, mother of Navy officer Vinay Narwal who was killed in Pahalgam terrorist attack, on Wednesday, lauded Operation Sindoor saying that the victims have got justice.

#Mother of slain Naval officer says Pahalgam victims have got justice



Chandigarh, Amritsar airports closed

Chandigarh, May 7 (UNI) Following escalation in tensions between Pakistan and India after Operation Sindoor, Amritsar and Chandigarh airports have been shut down, sources said.

#Chandigarh #Amritsar airports closed



Relatives of victims of Pahalgam attack hail ''Operation Sindoor

Mumbai, May 7 (UNI) The relatives of victims of Pahalgam attack in Maharashtra have hailed ''Operation Sindoor'' in which the Indian armed forces targeted nine terror hideouts deep inside Pakistan on Wednesday morning as a powerful response to the heinous act.

#Relatives of victims of Pahalgam attack hail ''''Operation Sindoor

India demonstrated considerable restraint but the Indian Armed forces are fully prepared for any Pakistani misadventure, the military officers said.

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#India demonstrated considerable restraint but the Indian Armed forces are fully prepared for any Pakistani misadventure # the military officers said.



Another U.S. fighter jet falls into Red Sea after landing failure on aircraft carrier

Los Angeles, May 7 (UNI) Another U.S. fighter jet fell into the Red Sea on Tuesday after falling over the side of the USS Harry S. Truman aircraft carrier on Tuesday, NBC News reported, citing officials.

#Another U.S. fighter jet falls into Red Sea after landing failure on aircraft carrier



China terms India''s cross-border military strikes into Pakistan ''regrettable'', urges for restraint

Beijing, May 7 (UNI) China on Wednesday termed as “regrettable” India’s military operation of striking terror camps in Pakistan and POK, and urged both sides to exercise restraint and refrain from taking actions that could further complicate the situation.

#China terms India''s cross-border military strikes into Pakistan ''regrettable'' #urges for restraint

Op Sindoor was aimed at disabling capacity across the border to send more terrorists to carry out further attacks in India: Misri

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#Op Sindoor was aimed at disabling capacity across the border to send more terrorists to carry out further attacks in India: Misri

LeT is operating through so-called The Resistance Front which claimed responsibility for the April 22 attack in Pahalgam: Misri.

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#LeT is operating through so-called The Resistance Front which claimed responsibility for the April 22 attack in Pahalgam: Misri.

Pahalgam attack was barbaric, second biggest after Mumbai attacks, says Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri

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#Pahalgam attack was barbaric # second biggest after Mumbai attacks # says Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri



India hits nine Jaish, LeT camps in Pakistan and POK under Operation Sindoor

New Delhi, May 7 (UNI) India hit nine terror camps, including of the Jaish-e-Mohammed and Lashkar-e-Taiba in Pakistan and Pakistan occupied Jammu and Kashmir under Operation Sindoor.

#India hits nine Jaish #LeT camps in Pakistan and POK under Operation Sindoor



Rupee slips 7 paise against USD

Mumbai, May 7 (UNI) The Rupee on Wednesday lost further by 7 paise at 84.50 against the USD following a geographical tension between India and Pakistan.

#Rupee slips 7 paise against USD

Rupee opens at 84.50, declined 7 paise against USD.

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#Rupee opens at 84.50 # declined 7 paise against USD.



AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi welcomes ''Operation Sindoor''

Hyderabad, May 7 (UNI) All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) President and Member of Parliament Asaduddin Owaisi has welcomed Operation Sindoor, carried out by the Indian Defence Forces targeting terror camps in Pakistan.

#AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi welcomes ''Operation Sindoor''



Jagannath temple in Digha becomes main source of tourist attraction

Kolkata, May 7 (UNI) Though steeped in controversy since its inauguration — ranging from allegations of using surplus neem wood from the Puri temple for idol carving to claims of dedicating it as Jagannath Dham — the Jagannath temple in Digha has drawn unprecedented crowds, becoming the primary attraction for visitors to the coastal town.

#Jagannath temple in Digha becomes main source of tourist attraction

Jagannath temple in Digha becomes main source of tourist attraction

Kolkata, May 7 (UNI) Though steeped in controversy since its inauguration—ranging from allegations of using surplus neem wood from the Puri temple for idol carving to claims of dedicating it as Jagannath Dham—the Jagannath temple in Digha has drawn unprecedented crowds, becoming the primary attraction for visitors to the coastal town.

#Jagannath temple in Digha becomes main source of tourist attraction



Hezbollah member killed in Israeli airstrike on southern Lebanon

Beirut, May 7 (UNI) An Israeli airstrike in southern Lebanon on Tuesday killed a Hezbollah member and wounded another person, security sources said, in an apparent targeting of a car near the city of Nabatieh.

#Hezbollah member killed in Israeli airstrike on southern Lebanon



Stalin led DMK regime steps into fifth year, high on confidence of retaining power in 2026

Chennai, May 7 (UNI) High on confidence banking on its four year achievements during which
it had launched several flagship programmes for all sections of the society, the ruling DMK''s
Dravidian Model Governance stepped into its fifth year on Wednesday, exuding confidence of
overcoming the so called anti-incumbency factor as claimed by the Opposition and forming the government for the seventh time in next year''s Assembly polls.

#Stalin led DMK regime steps into fifth year #high on confidence of retaining power in 2026



IAF used standoff weapons, claims Pak

New Delhi, May 7 (UNI) Pakistan early Wednesday claimed the Indian Air Force, "while remaining within Indian airspace used standoff weapons targeting civilian population."
A Pakistan government statement alleged the IAF targeted areas across International Border in Muridke and Bahwalpur in Pakistani Punjab and across Line of Control in Kotli and Muzaffarabad in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK).

#IAF used standoff weapons #claims Pak



Srinagar airport closed for civilian flights

Srinagar, May 7 (UNI) Following the escalation in tensions between India and Pakistan after Operation Sindoor, air travel in Srinagar and several other parts of north India has been closed on Wednesday.

#Srinagar airport closed for civilian flights

South Central Railway collects Rs 4.65 lakh as penalty from unauthorised vendors

Hyderabad, May 6 (UNI) The South Central Railway (SCR) Vigilance Team and Railway Protection Force (RPF) have jointly conducted a special check against unauthorised vendors at Vijayawada Railway Station in Andhra Pradesh.The operation, which was conducted on Sunday, aimed to curb unregulated vending activities, which often contribute to overcrowding, hygiene concerns, and security risks, the railways said in a release here.

#South Central Railway collects Rs 4.65 lakh as penalty from unauthorised vendors

Operation Sindoor: Defemce Ministry says the strikes targeted camps rom where terrorist attacks against India have been planned and directed

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#Operation Sindoor: Defemce Ministry says the strikes targeted camps rom where terrorist attacks against India have been planned and directed

Hyderabad: Countering fake news is a big challenge: Siasat Urdu daily Editor

Hyderabad, May 6 (UNI): Congress MLC and Editor of the Siasat Urdu Daily Amer Ali Khan on Tuesday said that tackling the menace of fake news had become one of the biggest challenges for the media and government alike.

#Hyderabad: Countering fake news is a big challenge: Siasat Urdu daily Editor



GT edge Mumbai Indians in final-ball DLS thriller

Mumbai, May 6 (UNI) Gujarat Titans (GT) held their nerve in a rain-hit, edge-of-the-seat encounter to defeat Mumbai Indians (MI) by three wickets via the DLS method in a dramatic finish that spilled into the early hours of Tuesday at the Wankhede Stadium here.

#GT edge Mumbai Indians in final-ball DLS thriller



GT edge Mumbai Indians in final-ball DLS thriller

Mumbai, May 6 (UNI) Gujarat Titans (GT) held their nerve in a rain-hit, edge-of-the-seat encounter to defeat Mumbai Indians (MI) by three wickets via the DLS method in a dramatic finish that spilled into the early hours of Tuesday at the Wankhede Stadium here.

#GT edge Mumbai Indians in final-ball DLS thriller



GT edge Mumbai Indians in final-ball DLS thriller

Mumbai, May 6 (UNI) Gujarat Titans (GT) held their nerve in a rain-hit, edge-of-the-seat encounter to defeat Mumbai Indians (MI) by three wickets via the DLS method in a dramatic finish that spilled into the early hours of Tuesday at the Wankhede Stadium here.

#GT edge Mumbai Indians in final-ball DLS thriller

Rajasthan: Dead body recovered from drain during cleaning in Bhilwara

Bhilwara, May 6 (UNI) The body of a man in his 40s was recovered from a drain during cleaning operations by municipal corporation workers near the Traffic Branch in Pratap Nagar police station area of Bhilwara on Tuesday, police said.

#Rajasthan: Dead body recovered from drain during cleaning in Bhilwara

Telangana: Singareni to commence its production from Naini Coal mine in Odisha shortly

Hyderabad, May 6 (UNI) The production from the Naini Coal mine in Odisha having production capacity of 10 Million Tonnes per year which was allocated to state-owned Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL) , will begin shortlym SCCL said in a statement on Tuesday.

#Telangana: Singareni to commence its production from Naini Coal mine in Odisha shortly

Maha: Woman among 3 die in road accident in Raigad

Kolhapur / Raigad, May 6 (UNI) In a bizarre accident, three people, including a woman, were killed on the spot after a speeding tempo hit a police jeep and a two-wheeler on Morba-Mangaon road in Mangaon of Raigad district on Tuesday.

#Maha: Woman among 3 die in road accident in Raigad

Meghalaya Dy CM chairs review meeting on fencing of India-Bangladesh border

Shillong, May 6 (UNI) Meghalaya Deputy Chief Minister in-charge Home Prestone Tynsong on Tuesday chaired a high-level review meeting with Border Security Force (BSF), National Buildings Construction Corporation (NBCC) and State government officials over the remaining 49 km unfenced border with Bangladesh.

#Meghalaya Dy CM chairs review meeting on fencing of India-Bangladesh border

Hyd: CBI court sentences former K’taka Minister Gali Janardhan Reddy to 7-year jail

Hyderabad, May 6 (UNI) The special CBI court here rpt here (eds correct) on Tuesday sentenced former Karnataka Minister and MLA Gali Janardhan Reddy and three others to seven years'' imprisonment in the Obulapuram Mining Company (OMC) illegal mining case.

#Hyd: CBI court sentences former K’taka Minister Gali Janardhan Reddy to 7-year jail

India-UK FTA to further integrate Indian businesses into global value chain: FIEO Chief

Hyderabad, May 6 (UNI) The Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO) on Tuesday said the finalisation of the historic India–UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) is a landmark step that will significantly boost bilateral trade, attract strategic investments, and further integrate Indian businesses into the global value chain.

#India-UK FTA to further integrate Indian businesses into global value chain: FIEO Chief

MP: Student dies by suicide after failing in Class 12 exams

Damoh, May 6 (UNI) A student in Madhya Pradesh''s Damoh district took her own life by hanging herself after failing in the Class 12 exams.

#MP: Student dies by suicide after failing in Class 12 exams

'Sushasan Tihaar': CM Sai visits ancient temples in rural Chhattisgarh

Raipur, May 6 (UNI) Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnudeo Sai on Tuesday visited ancient temples in villages as part of ''Sushasan Tihaar''.

#'Sushasan Tihaar': CM Sai visits ancient temples in rural Chhattisgarh

Mumbai cop suspended for arresting doctor without following protocol

Mumbai May 6 (UNI) A Senior Inspector of police was suspended for violating protocol by not informing his senior officers before registering a case and arresting an orthopedic surgeon, an official said on Tuesday.

#Mumbai cop suspended for arresting doctor without following protocol

Union Minister Shobha Karandlaje meets PMEGP beneficiaries in Mizoram, praises grassroots entrepreneurship

Aizawl, May 6 (UNI) Union Minister of State for Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises and Labour & Employment, Shobha Karandlaje, who is on a two-day visit to Mizoram, interacted with several beneficiaries of the Prime Minister''s Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP) on Tuesday during field visits to multiple locations including rural villages and the state capital.

#Union Minister Shobha Karandlaje meets PMEGP beneficiaries in Mizoram # praises grassroots entrepreneurship

Power struggle intensifies at Mizoram's Lai Council as rival factions clash over CEM post

Aizawl, May 6 (UNI) The political deadlock in the Lai Autonomous District Council (LADC) has deepened following conflicting claims over the Chief Executive Member (CEM) post, with the Zoram People’s Movement (ZPM) accusing the Governor of unconstitutional actions, while the BJP-MNF alliance defends the Governor’s decisions as constitutionally valid and necessary.

#Power struggle intensifies at Mizoram's Lai Council as rival factions clash over CEM post

Kashmiri journalist detained for 'instigating secessionist sentiment' on social media

Srinagar, May 6 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir Police’s Counter Intelligence Kashmir (CIK) wing on Tuesday detained a Kashmiri journalist, accusing him of “posting extremist content on social media.”

Police said Hilal Mir, a resident of Bemina Srinagar was detained as he "used to disseminate extremist or distorted content with an intention to disturb peace and promote disaffection and secessionist ideology and present India in a bad shape.”

Police statement didn’t mention Mir as a journalist.
Mir, an independent reporter, has previously worked with media organsations including Hindustan Times and Srinagar based newspapers. He also freelanced for Anadolu Agency, TRT and Huffpost.

#Kashmiri journalist detained for 'instigating secessionist sentiment' on social media

Arunachal Assembly’s Privilege panel initiates breach of privilege motion against RWD official

Itanagar, May 6 (UNI) The first sitting of the Privilege Committee of the 8th Legislative Assembly of Arunachal Pradesh was held on Tuesday under the chairmanship of Deputy Speaker Kardo Nyigyor, who also heads the Committee.

#Arunachal Assembly’s Privilege panel initiates breach of privilege motion against RWD official

Meghalaya signs MoU with AAI to operationalise Baljek airport

Shillong, May 6 (UNI) The Meghalaya government on Tuesday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Airports Authority of India (AAI) to operationalise the Baljek airport for 20-seater aircraft operations.

#Meghalaya signs MoU with AAI to operationalise Baljek airport

Majhi urges Mamata to refrain from using 'Jagannath Dham' for Digha Temple

Bhubaneswar, May 6 (UNI) Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Tuesday urged his West Bengal counterpart, Mamata Banerjee, to reconsider the use of the name “Jagannath Dham” in reference to the Jagannath temple in Digha.

#Majhi urges Mamata to refrain from using 'Jagannath Dham' for Digha Temple

Bhutan to train 400,000 citizens in digital skills by 2029

Thimphu, May 6 (UNI) Bhutan will roll out an ambitious digital literacy initiative this fiscal year to equip more than 400,000 Bhutanese with essential digital skills and the ability to safely navigate online services by 2029.

#Bhutan to train 400 #000 citizens in digital skills by 2029



MI manage to post modest 155/8 against GT

Mumbai, May 6 (UNI) Mumbai Indians endured a faltering innings at the Wankhede but managed to post a modest total of 155 for 8 in their 20 overs against Gujarat Titans in Match 56 of IPL 2025, thanks largely to a spirited late flourish by Corbin Bosch here on Tuesday.

#MI manage to post modest 155/8 against GT



MI manage to post modest 155/8 against GT

Mumbai, May 6 (UNI) Mumbai Indians endured a faltering innings at the Wankhede but managed to post a modest total of 155 for 8 in their 20 overs against Gujarat Titans in Match 56 of IPL 2025, thanks largely to a spirited late flourish by Corbin Bosch here on Tuesday.

#MI manage to post modest 155/8 against GT



MI manage to post modest 155/8 against GT

Mumbai, May 6 (UNI) Mumbai Indians endured a faltering innings at the Wankhede but managed to post a modest total of 155 for 8 in their 20 overs against Gujarat Titans in Match 56 of IPL 2025, thanks largely to a spirited late flourish by Corbin Bosch here on Tuesday.

#MI manage to post modest 155/8 against GT

MI post 155/8 against GT in Match 56 in Mumbai.

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#MI post 155/8 against GT in Match 56 in Mumbai.

Jake Holmes sues Led Zeppelin again for copyright infringement over ‘Dazed and Confused’

London/Los Angeles, May 6 (UNI) American folk rock singer Jake Holmes has once again sued Led Zeppelin guitarist Jimmy Page for taking songwriting credit for his 1967 track ‘Dazed and Confused’, which has often been incorrectly attributed to the band.

#Jake Holmes sues Led Zeppelin again for copyright infringement over ‘Dazed and Confused’

Haryana CM orders action against five officers in school bus accident case

Chandigarh, May 6 (UNI) Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has directed action against five officers and employees of the District Transport Office in Narnaul for alleged negligence in the school bus accident near Kanina of Mahendragarh district last year.

#Haryana CM orders action against five officers in school bus accident case



Act on Supervisory Committee’s recommendations for Mullaperiyar Dam''s maintenance: SC to TN, Kerala

New Delhi, May 6 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Tuesday directed the States of Tamil Nadu and Kerala to immediately act on the recommendations of the Supervisory Committee regarding the maintenance of the Mullaperiyar Dam, stressing that the matter involves urgent safety issues and prolonged inaction cannot be justified.

#Act on Supervisory Committee’s recommendations for Mullaperiyar Dam''s maintenance: SC to TN #Kerala



Pahalgam terror attack : Mock War drill at Chennai harbour, Kalpakkam Atomic stations tomorrow

Chennai, May 6 (UNI) In line with the Union Home Ministry''s directives to test
the defence preparedness of various agencies in the wake of the Pahalgam
terror attack, a mock war drill will be held at two places in Tamil Nadu-Chennai
Port and at Kalpakkam, about 70 km from here, housing Atomic Power stations,
tomorrow.

#Pahalgam terror attack : Mock War drill at Chennai harbour #Kalpakkam Atomic stations tomorrow

Thunderstorms, hail batter several areas of Madhya Pradesh

Bhopal, May 6 (UNI) The weather has taken a sudden turn in various parts of Madhya Pradesh, bringing with it thunderstorms, rain, and hail in several districts over the past 24 hours, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Tuesday.

#Thunderstorms # hail batter several areas of Madhya Pradesh

Haryana: Govt takes action against six officers in an illegal mining case

Chandigarh, May 6 (UNI) Taking strict cognizance of illegal mining activities, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has directed chargesheets to be filed against six officers of the Mining Department in an illegal mining case in Nuh district. He has also directed action against staff from the Panchayat and Forest Departments found involved in the case.

#Haryana: Govt takes action against six officers in an illegal mining case



Karnataka BJP chief Vijayendra accuses Siddaramaiah of using old caste report to ''divide''

Bengaluru, May 6 (UNI) Karnataka BJP chief Vijayendra Yediyurappa on Tuesday welcomed the Narendra Modi-led Central government’s decision to conduct a caste census, while launching a scathing attack on the Congress government in Karnataka for allegedly using an outdated report "to divide communities for political gain".

#Karnataka BJP chief Vijayendra accuses Siddaramaiah of using old caste report to ''divide''

Hefazat-e-Islam regrets ‘offensive language’ at grand rally, denies claims of being anti-women’s rights

Dhaka, May 6 (UNI) Facing flak over its attacks on the Women’s Affairs Reforms Commission, Bangladesh’s Islamic outfit Hefazat-e-Islam has expressed regret over any "offensive language" at its grand rally on May 3, at the Suhrawardy Udyan, and has also denied all claims that it was anti-women.

#Hefazat-e-Islam regrets ‘offensive language’ at grand rally # denies claims of being anti-women’s rights



Airtel, SpaceX partner for satellite internet services in Africa

Dubai, May 6 (UNI) Telecom major Airtel Africa on Tuesday announced a strategic agreement with SpaceX to bring Starlink’s high-speed satellite internet services to its customers across Africa.

#Airtel #SpaceX partner for satellite internet services in Africa



Godhra train burning case: SC rejects convicts’ plea for three-judge bench hearing

New Delhi, May 6 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Tuesday began the final hearing on a series of appeals related to the 2002 Godhra train burning case, rejecting the objection raised by some convicts that the matter must be heard by a three-judge bench since it involved death penalty sentences.

#Godhra train burning case: SC rejects convicts’ plea for three-judge bench hearing



Janardhan Reddy, 3 others jailed for 7 years in illegal mining case

Bengaluru, May 6 (UNI) A CBI court here on Tuesday sentenced former Karnataka Minister and mining baron Gali Janardhan Reddy and three others to seven years of rigorous imprisonment in the long-pending Obulapuram illegal mining case.

#Janardhan Reddy #3 others jailed for 7 years in illegal mining case

GT opt to bowl against MI in Match 56 of IPL 2025 in Wankhede.

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#GT opt to bowl against MI in Match 56 of IPL 2025 in Wankhede.



Deve Gowda slams Siddaramaiah for inaction on caste census

Bengaluru, May 6 (UNI) Former Prime Minister and Janata Dal (Secular) patriarch HD Deve Gowda on Tuesday came down heavily on Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, accusing him of "political hypocrisy" and inaction over the caste census during his earlier term.

#Deve Gowda slams Siddaramaiah for inaction on caste census



Maha: Three of family commit suicide by jumping before running train in Jalgaon

Jalgaon, May 6 (UNI) Three members of a family from Madhya Pradesh, including husband, wife and their three-year-old child, allegedly committed suicide by jumping in front of a speeding train between Pachora and Pardhade railway stations in the district.

#Maha: Three of family commit suicide by jumping before running train in Jalgaon

Storm, rain again create havoc in UP

Lucknow, May 6 (UNI) At least four persons died due to dust storms, rain and lightning in various parts of Uttar Pradesh, while crops have suffered extensive damage in the last 24 hours, official sources said here on Tuesday .

#Storm # rain again create havoc in UP



International airlines avoid using Pakistani airspace, citing recent tensions with India

Islamabad, May 6 (UNI) Amid heightened tensions between India and Pakistan, international airlines are avoiding using the Pakistani airspace for travel, following the Pahalgam massacre which led to 26 tourist casualties.

#International airlines avoid using Pakistani airspace #citing recent tensions with India



Hyundai celebrates 29 yrs in India with sales of 12.7 mn units since inception

Chennai, May 6 (UNI) Passengr car makers Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) on Tuesday celebrated 29 years in India having sold 12.7 million units since inception, including export of
3.7 million-pus units to more than 150 countries.

#Hyundai celebrates 29 yrs in India with sales of 12.7 mn units since inception

Rupee slips 18 paise against USD

Mumbai, May 6 (UNI) Erasing previous day''s gains, the Rupee on Tuesday tumbled down by 18 paise to close negative at 84.43 against US Dollar amidst sustained demand for the greenback from foreign banks and exporters, dealers at the Forex Market said.

#Rupee slips 18 paise against USD

Rupee closes at 84.43, down by 18 paise against USD.

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#Rupee closes at 84.43 # down by 18 paise against USD.

Delhi Court directs registration of FIR against trainee IPS officer, others

New Delhi, May 6 (UNI) A court in Delhi directed the police to register a First Information Report (FIR) against a trainee Indian Police Service (IPS) officer and others for allegedly smashing a whiskey glass on the forehead of a man during an event in Kapashera on December 6, 2024.

#Delhi Court directs registration of FIR against trainee IPS officer # others



KKR to wear special kit at training before CSK game

Kolkata, May 6 (UNI) As part of their continued commitment to empowering the community and celebrating everyday heroes, the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) are set to bring their Shahoshi
Rani initiative to the ongoing IPL 2025 season.

#KKR to wear special kit at training before CSK game



KKR to wear special kit at training before CSK game

Kolkata, May 6 (UNI) As part of their continued commitment to empowering the community and celebrating everyday heroes, the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) are set to bring their Shahoshi
Rani initiative to the ongoing IPL 2025 season.

#KKR to wear special kit at training before CSK game



KKR to wear special kit at training before CSK game

Kolkata, May 6 (UNI) As part of their continued commitment to empowering the community and celebrating everyday heroes, the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) are set to bring their Shahoshi
Rani initiative to the ongoing IPL 2025 season.

#KKR to wear special kit at training before CSK game



Mehbooba writes to LG, urges him to release innocent youth detained after Pahalgam attack

Srinagar, May 6 (UNI) Former Chief Minister and Peoples Democratic Party president Mehbooba Mufti on Tuesday wrote to the J&K Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha seeking the release of innocent youth detained in the aftermath of the Pahalgam attack.

#Mehbooba writes to LG #urges him to release innocent youth detained after Pahalgam attack

KKR look to keep playoff hopes alive against CSK

Kolkata, May 6 (UNI) Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) will look to continue their winning momentum and stay in contention for a playoff spot as they face off against the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the 57th match of IPL 2025 at Eden Gardens here on Wednesday.

#KKR look to keep playoff hopes alive against CSK



SC Judge likens reservation system in India to ''train journey''

New Delhi, May 6 (UNI) In a significant observation during the hearing of a case concerning OBC reservations in Maharashtra''s local body elections, Supreme Court Judge Justice Surya Kant on Tuesday likened the reservation system in India ''''to a train journey where those already seated are reluctant to let others in''''.

#SC Judge likens reservation system in India to ''train journey''



We urge government to give a strong response to Pahalgam attack: Asaduddin Owaisi

Srinagar, May 6 (UNI) Amid the escalating border tension, All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) chief and Member Parliament Asaduddin Owaisi on Tuesday said they want the Union government to give a strong response to the Pahalgam attack.

#We urge government to give a strong response to Pahalgam attack: Asaduddin Owaisi

Sri Lanka duo Harshitha & Nilakshika rewarded with big gains on latest ODI rankings

Dubai, May 6 (UNI) Sri Lankan batters Harshitha Samarawickrama and Nilakshika Silva have been the big winners on the latest update of the ICC Women''s ODI Player Rankings.

#Sri Lanka duo Harshitha & Nilakshika rewarded with big gains on latest ODI rankings

Term Insurance Claim Settlement Ratio: Why It Matters When Choosing a Policy

One is interested in premium rates and coverage values when purchasing term insurance. These are critical, but there is a very critical aspect that individuals may not know, and that is the term insurance claim settlement ratio.



Odisha CM thanks PM Modi, Kinjarapu for in-principle approval of Puri Airport

Bhubaneswar, May 6 (UNI) Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu for the Union Government''s in-principle approval to establish a new airport in Puri.

#Odisha CM thanks PM Modi #Kinjarapu for in-principle approval of Puri Airport



TN: 25 tourists injured after van carrying them overturns on Kodaikanal hills

Dindigul (Tamil Nadu), May 6 (UNI) Twenty five people were injured, two of them critically when a van they were travelling in to the hill station of Kodaikanal in Dindigul district overturned early on Tuesday.

#TN: 25 tourists injured after van carrying them overturns on Kodaikanal hills

Middlesex pull off dramatic run chase against Kent

London, May 6 (UNI) Luke Hollman''s maiden century paved the way for Middlesex to snatch a dramatic victory as they edged past Kent in a see-saw County Championship classic at Lord''s.

#Middlesex pull off dramatic run chase against Kent

Multan's miserable campaign goes on with eighth loss

Lahore, May 6 (UNI) Multan Sultans'' miserable Pakistan Super League campaign continued with a seven-wicket defeat by Peshawar Zalmi.

#Multan's miserable campaign goes on with eighth loss



Mumbai river cleaning scam: Police register FIR against BMC contractors

Mumbai, May 6 (UNI) The Mumbai police on Tuesday registered an FIR against five contractors, three Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) officials, three middlemen, and two private company officials for causing more than Rs 65.54 crore loss to the civic body in the alleged Mithi river cleaning project scam. The scam is claimed to be worth Rs 1,000 crore.

#Mumbai river cleaning scam: Police register FIR against BMC contractors



Bangladeshi Hindu monk Chinmoy Das to remain in jail, shown arrested in four more cases

Dhaka, May 6 (UNI) Bangladeshi Hindu monk and former ISKCON member Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari, who is currently in jail, was shown as arrested today by a Chattogram court in four more cases, thereby ensuring he remains in jail.

#Bangladeshi Hindu monk Chinmoy Das to remain in jail #shown arrested in four more cases



TN: Tension in Pudukottai village after group clash, 14 arrested

Pudukottai (Tamil Nadu), May 6 (UNI) Tension prevailed for some time in Vadakadu village in Pudukottai district of Tamil Nadu after a clash between youths belonging to two communities late on Monday night.

#TN: Tension in Pudukottai village after group clash #14 arrested



West Indies reveal squad for upcoming ODIs against Ireland & England

Antigua, May 6 (UNI) West Indies have named a strong squad for their upcoming ODI tour of Ireland and England commencing later this month.

#West Indies reveal squad for upcoming ODIs against Ireland & England



West Indies reveal squad for upcoming ODIs against Ireland & England

Antigua, May 6 (UNI) West Indies have named a strong squad for their upcoming ODI tour of Ireland and England commencing later this month.

#West Indies reveal squad for upcoming ODIs against Ireland & England



India’s gamers & esports athletes get new PC gaming training ground

Mumbai, May 6 (UNI) As India sets its sights on competing at the Asian Games, where esports will once again be a medal event, and the Olympic Esports Games that follow, it’s clear that the country’s athletes need access to hardware that matches their skills.

#India’s gamers & esports athletes get new PC gaming training ground



Three killed, 16 injured as container truck collides with TNSTC bus

Sivaganga (Tamil Nadu), May 6 (UNI) Three persons were killed and 16 others injured in a head-on collision between a container truck and a Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation (TNSTC) bus near Thennar river bridge at Karaikudi in the district in the early hours of Tuesday.

#Three killed #16 injured as container truck collides with TNSTC bus



CM Reddy is embarrassing Telangana with failed governance: BJP

Hyderabad, May 6 (UNI) The Telangana unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) launched a scathing attack on Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, accusing him of driving the state into administrative and financial turmoil and betraying the trust of the electorate.

#CM Reddy is embarrassing Telangana with failed governance: BJP



Railways launches cargo train service between Agartala and Ludhiana

Agartala, May 6 (UNI) Indian Railways has launched a dedicated Parcel Cargo Express Train (PCET) service between Agartala in Tripura and Ludhiana in Punjab to carry goods to and from the destinations once in a week to boost trade and commerce in Northeast India.

#Railways launches cargo train service between Agartala and Ludhiana



Israeli warplanes strike Yemeni port city after Houthi attack near Tel Aviv airport

Sanaa/Jerusalem, May 6 (UNI) Israeli warplanes carried out dozens of airstrikes on Yemen''s Hodeidah province on Monday, wounding at least 21 people and causing extensive damage, Houthi-run media and residents said, a day after the militant group claimed a missile attack near Tel Aviv''s main airport.

#Israeli warplanes strike Yemeni port city after Houthi attack near Tel Aviv airport



ED begins fresh raids in Kolkata over alleged NRI quota admission in medical colleges

Kolkata, May 6 (UNI) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Tuesday began fresh search operations at several locations in the city in connection with alleged irregularities in private medical college admissions under the Non-Resident Indian (NRI) quota, official sources said.

#ED begins fresh raids in Kolkata over alleged NRI quota admission in medical colleges



Rupee falls 7 paise against USD

Mumbai, May 6 (UNI) The Rupee on Tuesday opened weak at 84.32, easing 7 paise against the USD on rising demand for US dollars by bankers and exporters, dealers at the Forex Market informed.

#Rupee falls 7 paise against USD

Rupee opens at 84.32, fell 7 paise against USD.

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#Rupee opens at 84.32 # fell 7 paise against USD.



2 killed, 42 injured in Israeli retaliatory airstrikes on Yemen''s port city: Health authorities

Sanaa, May 6 (UNI) Israeli warplanes conducted dozens of airstrikes on Yemen''s Hodeidah province Monday, killing at least two people and wounding 42 others, according to health authorities run by the Houthi militant group.

#2 killed #42 injured in Israeli retaliatory airstrikes on Yemen''s port city: Health authorities



Telangana CM urges Union NH Min. to extend Financial aid for RRR project in Hyderabad

Hyderabad, May 5 (UNI) Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Monday urged Union Minister for Road Transport and National Highways Nitin Gadkari to extend financial help and give cabinet approval for the northern part of RRR in Hyderabad.

#Telangana CM urges Union NH Min. to extend Financial aid for RRR project in Hyderabad

Maha poised to become best state in world in foodgrain production & export by using AI: NITI Aayog Fellow

Mumbai, May 5 (UNI) Debjani Ghosh, Fellow of NITI Aayog and former president of NASSCOM, on Monday expressed that Maharashtra can become the best state in the world in foodgrain production and export by using Artificial Intelligence.

#Maha poised to become best state in world in foodgrain production & export by using AI: NITI Aayog Fellow

WIPO and RGNIIPM launch advanced patent examiner training programme

Hyderabad, May 5 (UNI) The World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO) and the Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of Intellectual Property Management (RGNIIPM) have jointly launched an Advanced Certificate Training Programme for Patent Examiners at the Dr MCR HRD Institute of Telangana.

#WIPO and RGNIIPM launch advanced patent examiner training programme

Telangana: TGFDC celebrates decade of forest development and sustainability

Hyderabad, May 5 (UNI) The Telangana Forest Development Corporation (TGFDC) on Monday announced the launch of its 10-year celebrations, marking a decade of dedication to sustainable forestry, eco-tourism, and green innovation in the state.

#Telangana: TGFDC celebrates decade of forest development and sustainability

AP: Minister assures farmers of buying paddy submerged in untimely rains

Kakinada, May 5(UNI): Andhra Pradesh Minister for Civil Supplies Nadendla Manohar on Monday assured farmers that the government would buy the paddy submerged in the untimely rains that lashed the coastal areas and need not have any apprehensions.

#AP: Minister assures farmers of buying paddy submerged in untimely rains



J&K police host training courses on NDPS Act, new criminal laws for cops

Jammu, May 5 (UNI) In a significant step towards capacity building and professional development of police personnel, Senior Superintendent of Police, Doda, Sandeep Mehta on Monday inaugurated two training courses at District Police Lines, Doda.

#J&K police host training courses on NDPS Act #new criminal laws for cops



SRH knocked out after rain-abandoned match

Hyderabad, May 5 (UNI) The IPL 2025 clash between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Delhi Capitals at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium was abandoned due to persistent rain, resulting in a no-result that officially ended SRH’s hopes of reaching the playoffs. This marked the second time this season that SRH\\\\s fixture has been washed out.

#SRH knocked out after rain-abandoned match



SRH knocked out after rain-abandoned match

Hyderabad, May 5 (UNI) The IPL 2025 clash between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Delhi Capitals at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium was abandoned due to persistent rain, resulting in a no-result that officially ended SRH’s hopes of reaching the playoffs. This marked the second time this season that SRH\\\\s fixture has been washed out.

#SRH knocked out after rain-abandoned match



SRH knocked out after rain-abandoned match

Hyderabad, May 5 (UNI) The IPL 2025 clash between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Delhi Capitals at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium was abandoned due to persistent rain, resulting in a no-result that officially ended SRH’s hopes of reaching the playoffs. This marked the second time this season that SRH\\\\s fixture has been washed out.

#SRH knocked out after rain-abandoned match

Bangladesh student leader Hasnat Abdullah attacked by bike-borne assailants

Dhaka, May 5 (UNI) Hasnat Abdullah, leader of Bangladesh’s National Citizen Party – the official political unit of the Students Against Discrimination Movement, which lead to the ouster of Sheikh Hasina''s government last August, was attacked in the city of Gazipur in Dhaka while travelling in a vehicle.

#Bangladesh student leader Hasnat Abdullah attacked by bike-borne assailants



At Pahalgam, Mehbooba cautions against “blanket criminaliSation” of locals

Srinagar, May 5 (UNI) Former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister and PDP president Mehbooba Mufti on Monday visited Pahalgam, demanding the strongest action against those responsible for last month’s terror attack.

#At Pahalgam #Mehbooba cautions against “blanket criminaliSation” of locals



Rajasthan CM Bhajanlal addresses public grievances at Jan Sunwai

Jaipur, May 5 (UNI) Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma held a Jan Sunwai (public hearing) in Jaipur on Monday, listening to the problems faced by the public and directing officials to resolve them promptly.

#Rajasthan CM Bhajanlal addresses public grievances at Jan Sunwai

Vedic culture championed sustainability: Vice Prez

Sirsi, May 5 (UNI) Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Monday said India''s ancient civilisational ethos and Vedic culture have long championed sustainable living, adding that this wisdom holds the key to addressing modern ecological challenges.

#Vedic culture championed sustainability: Vice Prez

Maha: Revenue Minister discusses issue of land acquisition for proposed Purandar airport with farmers opposing it

Pune, May 5 (UNI) Maharashtra Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule on Monday discussed the issue of land acquisition for the proposed international airport at Purandar with agitating farmers from seven villages for about two hours at the district collector''s office here and said this project, like the MIHAN project in Nagpur, will change the picture of western Maharashtra forever.

#Maha: Revenue Minister discusses issue of land acquisition for proposed Purandar airport with farmers opposing it

AICC leader Priyanka Gandhi visits Calicut Archbishop Varghese Chakkalakal in Kozhikode

Kozhikode, May 5 (UNI) AICC General Secretary and Wayanad MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Monday visited the Diocese of Kozhikode, which was recently given the status of a Metropolitan Archdiocese in the Malabar region, and met Archbishop of Calicut Varghese Chakkalakal.

#AICC leader Priyanka Gandhi visits Calicut Archbishop Varghese Chakkalakal in Kozhikode

Punjab: Police uncover drug smuggling racket inside jail

Sangrur, May 5 (UNI) In a significant breakthrough, Sangrur Police have exposed a drug smuggling racket operating from within the district jail. During a search operation, mobile phones were recovered, leading to the disclosure of the racket.

#Punjab: Police uncover drug smuggling racket inside jail

Thunderstorm likely over Maharashtra, Goa; hailstorm likely in Vidarbha

Pune, May 5 (UNI) Thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds are very likely at isolated places over Maharashtra and Goa States. Hailstorm is very likely at isolated places over Vidarbha during the next 24 hours.

#Thunderstorm likely over Maharashtra # Goa; hailstorm likely in Vidarbha



Union Minister Karandlaje calls Siddaramaiah ''Tipu Sultan'', says law and order has collapsed in Karnataka

Bengaluru, May 5 (UNI) Union Minister Shobha Karandlaje on Monday launched a blistering attack on Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, calling him "Tipu Sultan" and accusing the Congress-led Karnataka government of emboldening anti-social elements through political appeasement and selective case withdrawals.

#Union Minister Karandlaje calls Siddaramaiah ''Tipu Sultan'' #says law and order has collapsed in Karnataka



Houthis announce complete air blockade of Israel, warn all international airlines to suspend flights to Tel Aviv

Tel Aviv/Aden, May 5 (UNI) The Yemen-based-Houthi terror group said it was launching a complete air blockade of Israel with constant shelling of airports, and called on all airlines to suspend flights to Israel for their own safety.

#Houthis announce complete air blockade of Israel #warn all international airlines to suspend flights to Tel Aviv

Maha: FIR against actor Ajaz Khan for raping aspiring actress

Mumbai, May 5 (UNI) The city police has registered an FIR against Big Boss 7 participant and actor Ajaz Khan for allegedly raping a 30-year-old woman who is an aspiring actress, officials said here on Monday.

#Maha: FIR against actor Ajaz Khan for raping aspiring actress



Ashok Gehlot questions BJP''s intent behind sending Rajasthan CM, entire govt, for training in Gujarat

Jaipur, May 5 (UNI) Former Rajasthan Chief Minister and senior Congress leader Ashok Gehlot has questioned the BJP high command''s decision to send the state''s Chief Minister, the entire government, and BJP MLAs for training to a resort in Gujarat, a year and a half after the government was formed.

#Ashok Gehlot questions BJP''s intent behind sending Rajasthan CM #entire govt #for training in Gujarat

MP aims to more than double milk production: CM Yadav

Bhopal, May 5 (UNI) Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Monday emphasised that the state''s resolve to more than double milk production will be the foundation for the prosperity of cattle rearers.

#MP aims to more than double milk production: CM Yadav



SRH ring in changes, opt to bowl against DC

Hyderabad, May 5 (UNI) Both Delhi Capitals and Sunrisers Hyderabad rang in notable changes as the latter won the toss and opted to field in a must-win IPL 2025 fixture at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium here on Monday.

#SRH ring in changes #opt to bowl against DC



SRH ring in changes, opt to bowl against DC

Hyderabad, May 5 (UNI) Both Delhi Capitals and Sunrisers Hyderabad rang in notable changes as the latter won the toss and opted to field in a must-win IPL 2025 fixture at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium here on Monday.

#SRH ring in changes #opt to bowl against DC



SRH ring in changes, opt to bowl against DC

Hyderabad, May 5 (UNI) Both Delhi Capitals and Sunrisers Hyderabad rang in notable changes as the latter won the toss and opted to field in a must-win IPL 2025 fixture at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium here on Monday.

#SRH ring in changes #opt to bowl against DC

J&K ACB produces challan against BDO, Post Office officials

Jammu, May 5 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir Anti Corruption Bureau on Monday produced challan in bribery case before the Court of Special Judge, Anti-Corruption, Doda, against officials of Block Development Office and Post Office employees in Kishtwar.

#J&K ACB produces challan against BDO # Post Office officials

Pune-based mountaineer Nikunj Shah conquers Mt. Lobuche

Pune, May 5 (UNI) Nikunj Shah, a young mountaineer from Pune, has successfully summited Mt. Lobuche (6,119 m) in the Nepal Himalayas, according to information received here.

#Pune-based mountaineer Nikunj Shah conquers Mt. Lobuche

SC rejects “Descendant of Bahadur Shah Zafar” claim seeking Red Fort possession

New Delhi, May 5 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Monday dismissed a plea filed by a woman claiming to be the descendant of the last Mughal emperor, Bahadur Shah Zafar, seeking possession of the Red Fort on the basis of her lineage.

#SC rejects “Descendant of Bahadur Shah Zafar” claim seeking Red Fort possession

SRH opt to bowl against DC in IPL Match 55 in Hyderabad.

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#SRH opt to bowl against DC in IPL Match 55 in Hyderabad.

Trailer launch of Apple TV Series ‘Car and Country: Quest’ on Tuesday

Thiruvananthapuram, May 5 (UNI) The trailer launch of the exhilarating Apple TV series “Car and Country: Quest” which showcases the unique experience of driving through Kerala, will be held here on Tuesday.

#Trailer launch of Apple TV Series ‘Car and Country: Quest’ on Tuesday

Maize production to be doubled in UP by 2027

Lucknow, May 5 (UNI) The Uttar Pradesh government in its second term has set a target to double the maize production with efforts being made to expand the cultivated area and enhance productivity per hectare, official sources said here on Monday.

#Maize production to be doubled in UP by 2027

Chhattisgarh: DEO office clerk arrested for taking bribe in Raigarh

Raigarh, May 5 (UNI) The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has arrested a clerk in the District Education Officer (DEO) office in Raigarh district of Chhattisgarh while accepting a bribe.

#Chhattisgarh: DEO office clerk arrested for taking bribe in Raigarh



Priyanka Chopra to grace Met Gala in bespoke Balmain masterpiece by Oliver Rousteing

Mumbai, May 5 (UNI) Bollywood actress and former Miss World Priyanka Chopra is all set to attend the prestigious Met Gala 2025 adorned in a bespoke outfit crafted by renowned Balmain designer Olivier Rousteing.

#Priyanka Chopra to grace Met Gala in bespoke Balmain masterpiece by Oliver Rousteing

Barbosa nets winner for Cruzeiro against former club Flamengo

Rio De Janeiro, May 5 (UNI) Gabriel Barbosa struck late against his former club as Cruzeiro edged to a 2-1 home victory over Flamengo in Brazil''s Serie A championship.

#Barbosa nets winner for Cruzeiro against former club Flamengo



It is always a surreal feeling to be successful at the box office: Vaani Kapoor on ''Raid 2''

Mumbai, May 5 (UNI) Bollywood actress Vaani Kapoor has expressed her elation over the resounding success of her latest film ''Raid 2'', where she stars opposite Ajay Devgn.

#It is always a surreal feeling to be successful at the box office: Vaani Kapoor on ''''Raid 2''''



India ups cyber security after Pak group claims military data hack

New Delhi, May 5 (UNI) Following claims by a Pakistan-backed social media account, ''Pakistan Cyber Force'', of hacking sensitive data from the Indian Military Engineering Service and the Manohar Parrikar Institute for Defence Studies and Analysis, the Indian military’s cyber security apparatus is taking appropriate measures to strengthen its digital defences and fortify its security systems against potential cyber intrusions.

#India ups cyber security after Pak group claims military data hack

Mamata trains guns on BJP for violence, blames BSF for firing

Kolkata, May 5 (UNI) West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Monday trained her guns on the BJP-led Centre accusing the saffron brigade and the Border Security Force (BSF) of creating communal tension in Murshidabad.

#Mamata trains guns on BJP for violence # blames BSF for firing

Rupee jumps 28 paise against USD

Mumbai, May 5 (UNI) The rupee on Monday surged by 28 paise to close positive at 84.25 against US Dollar on brisk selling of the greenback by foreign banks and importers, dealers at the Forex Market said.

#Rupee jumps 28 paise against USD

Jagan asks YSRCP leaders to extend help to rain-hit farmers in AP

Vijayawada, May 5 (UNI) Former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister and YSR Congress Party President YS Jagan Mohan Reddy has asked his party leaders to visit and support farmers who had suffered heavy losses due to unseasonal rains and strong winds across the state.

#Jagan asks YSRCP leaders to extend help to rain-hit farmers in AP



MP minister in controversy again, Congress slams BJP

Bhopal, May 5 (UNI) Madhya Pradesh Minister of State for Health Narendra Shivaji Patel has found himself embroiled in a fresh controversy, prompting leader of Opposition in the Assembly Umang Singhar to criticize the BJP government.

#MP minister in controversy again #Congress slams BJP

Niazi closes out Karachi Kings win against Lahore Qalandars

Lahore, May 5 (UNI) Lahore Qalandars missed the chance to go top of the Pakistan Super League as Irfan Khan Niazi hit an unbeaten 48 from 21 balls to seal a four-wicket win for Karachi Kings in a rain-affected game.

#Niazi closes out Karachi Kings win against Lahore Qalandars



Bangladeshi Hindu monk Chinmoy Das to remain in jail, shown arrested in another case

Dhaka, May 5 (UNI) Bangladeshi Hindu monk Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari, ex leader of ISKCON, who is currently in prison, has been shown as arrested in a case filed over the murder of a lawyer on the day of his arrest in Chittagong on November 26 last year.

#Bangladeshi Hindu monk Chinmoy Das to remain in jail #shown arrested in another case



SC issues notice to Samay Raina & others over jokes mocking disabled persons

New Delhi, May 5 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Monday issued notices to comedians Samay Raina, Vipul Goyal, and three others in response to a writ petition alleging that they made derogatory and insensitive jokes targeting persons with disabilities.

#SC issues notice to Samay Raina & others over jokes mocking disabled persons

Karnataka report is not merely a caste survey: Ex Backward Classes Commission chairperson

Bengaluru, May 5 (UNI) The recent socio-economic survey conducted by the Karnataka State Commission for Backward Classes is not merely a caste enumeration but a broader exercise aimed at identifying backwardness among communities for the formulation of effective welfare programmes, a senior official clarified here on Monday.

#Karnataka report is not merely a caste survey: Ex Backward Classes Commission chairperson



Ahead of retirement, CJI Khanna assigns Waqf Amendment Case to Justice Gavai-led Bench

New Delhi, May 5 (UNI) In a key development, the Supreme Court on Monday announced that the constitutional challenge to the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025 will no longer be heard by the bench led by Chief Justice of India (CJI) Sanjiv Khanna, and will instead be taken up by a bench headed by Justice B.R. Gavai on May 15.

#Ahead of retirement #CJI Khanna assigns Waqf Amendment Case to Justice Gavai-led Bench



Airtel Business launches “Business Name Display” (BND) for enterprises

Kolkata, May 5 (UNI) Airtel Business on Monday announced the launch of ‘Business Name Display’ (BND), an industry-first solution designed to enhance customer engagement for enterprises.

#Airtel Business launches “Business Name Display” (BND) for enterprises



J&K Cabinet addresses queries raised by LG on Transaction of Business Rules

Srinagar, May 5 (UNI) The Jammu and Kashmir Cabinet, Chaired by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, has addressed queries raised by Lt Governor Manoj Sinha on the proposed Transaction of Business Rules (TBR).

#J&K Cabinet addresses queries raised by LG on Transaction of Business Rules



Punjab: Ahead of farmer protests at Shambhu border police station Dallewal detained

Chandigarh, May 5 (UNI) Ahead of Tuesday''s farmer protests at the Shambhu border police station, Punjab police on Monday detained some farmer leaders, including Jagjit Singh Dallewal.

#Punjab: Ahead of farmer protests at Shambhu border police station Dallewal detained



Waqf Act Challenge: SC defers hearing, transfers case to Justice Gavai-led Bench

New Delhi, May 5 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Monday deferred the hearing on a batch of petitions challenging the constitutional validity of the Waqf (Amendment) Act, transferring the matter to a bench led by Justice B.R. Gavai for further proceedings on May 15, 2025.

#Waqf Act Challenge: SC defers hearing #transfers case to Justice Gavai-led Bench



Odisha: Daitapati Ramakrishna under scanner over Daru Controversy at Jagannath Temple

Puri (Odisha), May 5 (UNI) Sri Jagannath Temple Daitapati Ramakrishna Dasmahapatra has come under scrutiny following an interview he gave to a West Bengal TV channel, in which he claimed that the idols (Bigrahas) of Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra, Subhadra, and Mahalaxmi installed at the Jagannath Temple in Digha were carved from surplus Daru (sacred wood) left over from the 2015 Nabakalebar ritual.

#Odisha: Daitapati Ramakrishna under scanner over Daru Controversy at Jagannath Temple

Meghalaya end Swami Vivekananda U20 NFC Group A campaign on cloud nine

Narainpur (Chhattisgarh), May 5 (UNI) Meghalaya, who had already qualified for the quarter-finals, ended their Group A campaign in the Swami Vivekananda U20 Men''s National Football Championship with a 7-0 victory against Bihar at the Ramakrishna Mission Ashrama Ground here
on Monday.

#Meghalaya end Swami Vivekananda U20 NFC Group A campaign on cloud nine



3 killed, 30 injured as bus overturns on Mumbai-Goa highway

Mumbai, May 5 (UNI) Three people were killed and over 30 others were injured after a private bus overturned at Karnala Ghat on the Mumbai-Goa Highway, official said here on Monday.

#3 killed #30 injured as bus overturns on Mumbai-Goa highway



Trinamool with Centre on issues of internal and external affairs post-Pahalgam attacks : Mamata

Kolkata, May 5 (UNI) West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee on Monday reiterated that they are with the Union government on the issues of internal and external security.

#Trinamool with Centre on issues of internal and external affairs post-Pahalgam attacks : Mamata

Postal Dept issues alert against job scams

Kochi, May 5 (UNI) The Central Region of Postal Department has issued warning against job scams following the arrest of two persons.

#Postal Dept issues alert against job scams



MI aim for playoff berth against Gujarat Titans

Mumbai, May 5 (UNI) Riding high on six consecutive victories, five-time champions Mumbai Indians will look to seal a playoff berth with a seventh straight win as they face Gujarat Titans in the 56th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 at the Wankhede Stadium on Tuesday.

#MI aim for playoff berth against Gujarat Titans



MI aim for playoff berth against Gujarat Titans

Mumbai, May 5 (UNI) Riding high on six consecutive victories, five-time champions Mumbai Indians will look to seal a playoff berth with a seventh straight win as they face Gujarat Titans in the 56th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 at the Wankhede Stadium on Tuesday.

#MI aim for playoff berth against Gujarat Titans



MI aim for playoff berth against Gujarat Titans

Mumbai, May 5 (UNI) Riding high on six consecutive victories, five-time champions Mumbai Indians will look to seal a playoff berth with a seventh straight win as they face Gujarat Titans in the 56th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 at the Wankhede Stadium on Tuesday.

#MI aim for playoff berth against Gujarat Titans



KC Venugopal appointed PAC chairperson

New Delhi, May 5 (UNI) Senior Congress leader KC Venugopal has been appointed as the chairperson of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC), which was constituted with effect from May 1.

#KC Venugopal appointed PAC chairperson



Punjab police arrest 3 aides of UK-based gangsters, 6 pistols recovered

Chandigarh, May 5 (UNI) In the ongoing crackdown against terror networks, the Amritsar rural police arrested three associates of UK-based gangsters in Tarn Taran on Monday, said DGP Punjab Gaurav Yadav here on Monday. Six pistols and live cartridges were recovered from them, Yadav added.

#Punjab police arrest 3 aides of UK-based gangsters #6 pistols recovered



CPM, Cong back TMC against Guv''s ''recommendation'' of Central rule

Kolkata, May 5 (UNI) In a rare instance, the CPI(M) and Congress have supported the West Bengal government and the ruling Trinamool Congress in opposing Governor CV Ananda Bose’s mention of considering Article 356 of the Constitution - recommending the President''s rule - in his report on the recent communal violence in Murshidabad district.

#CPM #Cong back TMC against Guv''s ''recommendation'' of Central rule

Australia all-rounder Webster boosts selection claims for World Test Championship Final

Sydney, May 5 (UNI) Australia all-rounder Beau Webster boosted his chances of selection in next month''s ICC World Test Championship Final with an excellent innings on debut for his English
County side Warwickshire.

#Australia all-rounder Webster boosts selection claims for World Test Championship Final



Athapaththu hails Sri Lanka’s positive brand of cricket after thrilling chase against India

Colombo, May 5 (UNI) Tri-series host Sri Lanka pulled off their second-highest run chase in their Women’s ODI history by three wickets over India.

#Athapaththu hails Sri Lanka’s positive brand of cricket after thrilling chase against India



Athapaththu hails Sri Lanka’s positive brand of cricket after thrilling chase against India

Colombo, May 5 (UNI) Tri-series host Sri Lanka pulled off their second-highest run chase in their Women’s ODI history by three wickets over India.

#Athapaththu hails Sri Lanka’s positive brand of cricket after thrilling chase against India



Bangladesh reveal squads for T20I series against UAE and Pakistan

Dhaka, May 5 (UNI) Bangladesh unveiled their new captain and vice-captain while announcing their 16-member squads for the upcoming tours of UAE and Pakistan.

#Bangladesh reveal squads for T20I series against UAE and Pakistan



Bangladesh reveal squads for T20I series against UAE and Pakistan

Dhaka, May 5 (UNI) Bangladesh unveiled their new captain and vice-captain while announcing their 16-member squads for the upcoming tours of UAE and Pakistan.

#Bangladesh reveal squads for T20I series against UAE and Pakistan



Delhi''s Formidables retain Team title in 8th All India Shree Cement Bridge Championship

Kolkata May 5 (UNI) Displaying all round superiority champions Formidables comprising Rajeshwar Tewari, Sumit Mukherjee, Kaustabh Nandi, Sagnik Roy and Sayantan Kushari retained the Team title defeating Mavericks by 159 –97 International Match Points (IMPs) in the final round of the 8th All India Shree Cement Bridge championship here.

#Delhi''s Formidables retain Team title in 8th All India Shree Cement Bridge Championship



Fire in Mumbai garments store, no injuries

Mumbai May 5 (UNI) A fire broke out at an expensive garment store inside a five-storey building at Pedder Road of south Mumbai early Monday, with no injury reported while clothes and other valuable items were damaged.

#Fire in Mumbai garments store #no injuries



Iran revises port blast death toll to 57, arrests two over safety failures

Tehran, May 5 (UNI) Iran on Sunday revised the death toll from a major explosion at its main commercial port late last month down to 57 from 70, while state television reported two arrests in connection with the blast.

#Iran revises port blast death toll to 57 #arrests two over safety failures

Maha: Social media influencers need to maintain their true identity

Mumbai, May 4 (UNI) Participants in a seminar titled ‘Best Practices for Social Media Advertising for Influencers’ held on Sunday concurred that influencers on social media need to maintain their true identity.

#Maha: Social media influencers need to maintain their true identity

Accurate data essential for advertising campaign: Group M Policy officer

Mumbai, May 4 (UNI) Since data is the centrepiece of the advertising process, accurate data is essential for any advertising campaign, said M A Parthasarathy, Chief Policy officer, Group M South Asia, on Sunday.

#Accurate data essential for advertising campaign: Group M Policy officer

Maha: Social media influencers need to maintain their true identity

Mumbai, May 4 (UNI) Participants in a seminar titled ‘Best Practices for Social Media Advertising for Influencers’ held on Sunday concurred that influencers on social media need to maintain their true identity.

#Maha: Social media influencers need to maintain their true identity

Accurate data essential for advertising campaign: Group M Policy officer

Mumbai, May 4 (UNI) Since data is the centrepiece of the advertising process, accurate data is essential for any advertising campaign, said M A Parthasarathy, Chief Policy officer, Group M South Asia, on Sunday.

#Accurate data essential for advertising campaign: Group M Policy officer

HP: Shanta Kumar praises Omar Abdullah for his patriotic stand after Pahalgam massacre

Palampur, May 4 (UNI) Former Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Shanta Kumar on Sunday lauded National Conference leader and Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah for his candid and emotional response to the tragic Pahalgam massacre.

#HP: Shanta Kumar praises Omar Abdullah for his patriotic stand after Pahalgam massacre

Arunachal constitutes Indigenous Affairs Council to promote rich tribal heritage

Itanagar, May 4 (UNI) In a significant move aimed at preserving and promoting the rich cultural and traditional heritage of Arunachal Pradesh, the Department of Indigenous Affairs has officially constituted the Arunachal Pradesh Indigenous Affairs Council (APIAC), under the guidance and blessings of Chief Minister Pema Khandu.

#Arunachal constitutes Indigenous Affairs Council to promote rich tribal heritage

Maha: MNS to launch agitation against slow work of Pune-Bangalore Highway on May 6

Karad, May 4 (UNI) Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) announced on Sunday that they will launch an agitation against the state government for slow work of Pune-Bangalore Highway, on May six.

#Maha: MNS to launch agitation against slow work of Pune-Bangalore Highway on May 6

T20 youth cricket tournament concludes with message against drugs and betting

Hyderabad, May 4 (UNI) The T20 Championship Cricket Tournament, organised under the banner "Cricket Khelo – Nasha Chodo" by the Telangana State Youth Congress, concluded on a grand note on Sunday at LB Stadium.

#T20 youth cricket tournament concludes with message against drugs and betting

T20 youth cricket tournament concludes with message against drugs and betting

Hyderabad, May 4 (UNI) The T20 Championship Cricket Tournament, organised under the banner "Cricket Khelo – Nasha Chodo" by the Telangana State Youth Congress, concluded on a grand note on Sunday at LB Stadium.

#T20 youth cricket tournament concludes with message against drugs and betting



Maha: Sanjay Raut slams Centre over sanction against Pakistan

Mumbai, May 4 (UNI) Shiv Sena (UBT) Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Raut on Sunday launched a scathing attack on the Narendra Modi-led central government over its retaliatory / punitive action against Pakistan following the Pahalgam terror attack, terming it as ''soft and symbolic'' as compared to its action against their political opponents within the country.

#Maha: Sanjay Raut slams Centre over sanction against Pakistan

Caste-wise census, success of BSP ideology, claims Maha gen-secy

Pune, May 4 (UNI) The decision taken by the central government to conduct a caste-wise census in the country is a victory of the ideology, demand and struggle of the Bahujan Samaj Party, claimed the party''s state general secretary and West Maharashtra zone in-charge Dr Hulgesh Chalwadi here on Sunday.

#Caste-wise census # success of BSP ideology # claims Maha gen-secy



River water issue not a “dispute but a loot” against Punjab: Badal

Chandigarh, May 4 (UNI) Shiromani Akali Dal president Sukhbir Singh Badal on Sunday said the issue of
water of Punjab’s rivers is not a dispute but a case of “brazen loot against the people of the patriotic border state”.

#River water issue not a “dispute but a loot” against Punjab: Badal



Suhas Shetty murder: Siddaramaiah says unaware of Rs 25 lakh murder plot by Fazil''s kin

Bengaluru, May 4 (UNI) Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Sunday said he was not fully aware of the details surrounding the shocking revelation by Mangaluru police that the brother of Fazil, who was murdered in 2022, had allegedly used Rs 25 lakh in government compensation to hire contract killers to murder Suhas Shetty, the main accused in Fazil''s murder case.

#Suhas Shetty murder: Siddaramaiah says unaware of Rs 25 lakh murder plot by Fazil''s kin

Bhagwant Mann's decision to stop Haryana's share of water against the constitution: BJP's Dhankar

Chandigarh, May 4 (UNI) BJP''s National Secretary Om Prakash Dhankar said that Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann''s decision to stop Haryana''s share of water is unfortunate. He said the decision is against the constitution and the system and has been taken in the disappointment of AAP''s defeat in Delhi.

#Bhagwant Mann's decision to stop Haryana's share of water against the constitution: BJP's Dhankar

Maha: Court convicts 1993 Mumbai bomb blast accused Mansoor in fake passport case

Mumbai, May 4 (UNI) A court here has convicted 1993 Mumbai serial bomb blasts Mohammed Farooq Yasin Mansoor alias Farooq Takla, to five years in jail in a case where he forged a passport using someone else’s identity, a lawyer said here on Sunday.

#Maha: Court convicts 1993 Mumbai bomb blast accused Mansoor in fake passport case



Punjab Minister Bains suspends school in charge for forcing students to serve snacks at function

Chandigarh, May 4 (UNI) On the directions of Punjab School Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains, the In-charge of Government Senior Secondary School, Goindwal Sahib in Tarn Taran district, has been suspended with immediate effect after students were reportedly forced to serve snacks during a function at the school.

#Punjab Minister Bains suspends school in charge for forcing students to serve snacks at function



Maha: Ram Naik resigns as chairman of Fisheries Development Policy Committee

Mumbai, May 4 (UNI) Former Uttar Pradesh Governor and former Union Minister Ram Naik resigned on Sunday from the post of chairman of Fisheries Development Policy Committee.

#Maha: Ram Naik resigns as chairman of Fisheries Development Policy Committee



DRDO conducts maiden flight-trials of Stratospheric Airship platform in MP

Visakhapatnam, May 4 (UNI) Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully carried out maiden flight-trials of Stratospheric Airship Platform from Sheopur Trial site in Madhya Pradesh on Saturday.

#DRDO conducts maiden flight-trials of Stratospheric Airship platform in MP



Indian Women’s Hockey Team ends tour on a high with 1-0 against Australia

Perth, May 4 (UNI) The Indian Women’s Hockey Team enjoyed a 1-0 victory over Australia in the fifth and final game of their Australia tour, at the Perth Hockey Stadium here on Sunday.

#Indian Women’s Hockey Team ends tour on a high with 1-0 against Australia



Indian Women’s Hockey Team ends tour on a high with 1-0 against Australia

Perth, May 4 (UNI) The Indian Women’s Hockey Team enjoyed a 1-0 victory over Australia in the fifth and final game of their Australia tour, at the Perth Hockey Stadium here on Sunday.

#Indian Women’s Hockey Team ends tour on a high with 1-0 against Australia

Israel to revise stance against Houthis following airport attack

Tel Aviv, May 4 (UNI) Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is to convene a high-level meeting to discuss the response to the missile attack from Yemen''s Houthis that hit Ben Gurion Airport earlier today. Israel is considering revisiting its policy against the Houthis to respond directly to any such attacks in the future.

#Israel to revise stance against Houthis following airport attack



Jharkhand: Congress to raise awareness on caste census ahead of ''Save Constitution Rally''

Ranchi, May 4 (UNI) The Jharkhand Pradesh Congress Committee is to educate its workers about "the realities" of the caste census in a bid to inform the general public about the issue. This initiative comes ahead of the party''s ''Save Constitution Rally'' in the state.

#Jharkhand: Congress to raise awareness on caste census ahead of ''Save Constitution Rally''

Heavy rain likely in North Coastal AP & Yanam in next 72 hrs: Met

Amaravati, May 4 (UNI) Heavy rain is likely to occur at isolated places in North Coastal Andhra Pradesh and Yanam during the next 72 hours, Meteorological Centre said on Sunday.

#Heavy rain likely in North Coastal AP & Yanam in next 72 hrs: Met



Missile from Yemen hits Israel''s airport, injuring 2

Jerusalem, May 4 (UNI) A missile launched by Yemen''s Houthi forces struck Israel''s Ben Gurion International Airport on Sunday, injuring two people and causing damage, the Israeli military and local authorities said.

#Missile from Yemen hits Israel''s airport #injuring 2

Maha govt officers to be trained in AI, blockchain, cyber security under Tech Wari

Mumbai, April 4 (UNI) Maharashtra administrative officers and government employees will be trained in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Blockchain, Cyber ​​Security, as well as stress management and healthy lifestyle, as part of their skill development.

#Maha govt officers to be trained in AI # blockchain # cyber security under Tech Wari



Delhi Court frames charges against BJP MP for assaulting police official

New Delhi, May 4 (UNI) A Delhi court framed charges against Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Member of Parliament (MP) Yogender Chandolia for assaulting a Traffic Police Official in 2020. The matter is to be heard on May 22.

#Delhi Court frames charges against BJP MP for assaulting police official



KKR win toss, opt to bat against RR

Kolkata, May 4 (UNI) Kolkata Knight Riders captain Ajinkya Rahane won the toss and elected to bat first against Rajasthan Royals in their IPL encounter here on Sunday, citing a dry surface that may deteriorate later.

#KKR win toss #opt to bat against RR



KKR win toss, opt to bat against RR

Kolkata, May 4 (UNI) Kolkata Knight Riders captain Ajinkya Rahane won the toss and elected to bat first against Rajasthan Royals in their IPL encounter here on Sunday, citing a dry surface that may deteriorate later.

#KKR win toss #opt to bat against RR



KKR win toss, opt to bat against RR

Kolkata, May 4 (UNI) Kolkata Knight Riders captain Ajinkya Rahane won the toss and elected to bat first against Rajasthan Royals in their IPL encounter here on Sunday, citing a dry surface that may deteriorate later.

#KKR win toss #opt to bat against RR

Hailstorm and thundershowers lash Himachal, mercury drops sharply

Shimla, May 4 (UNI) Himachal Pradesh witnessed a sharp shift from the ongoing heatwave as widespread thundershowers, hailstorms, and strong winds lashed several parts of the state, disrupting normal life and bringing down temperatures significantly.

#Hailstorm and thundershowers lash Himachal # mercury drops sharply

Hailstorm and thundershowers lash Himachal, mercury drops sharply

Shimla, May 4 (UNI) Himachal Pradesh witnessed a sharp shift from the ongoing heatwave as widespread thundershowers, hailstorms, and strong winds lashed several parts of the state, disrupting normal life and bringing down temperatures significantly.

#Hailstorm and thundershowers lash Himachal # mercury drops sharply

Kaithal Police launch special anti-drugs awareness campaign

Kaithal, May 4 (UNI) Kaithal Police is conducting a special campaign against drug addiction, under which the youth are being encouraged to connect with sports activities in order to keep them away from drugs.

#Kaithal Police launch special anti-drugs awareness campaign

Patrick Schwarzenegger campaigns for role of Patrick Bateman in Luca Guadagnino’s rendition of ‘American Psycho’

Los Angeles, May 4 (UNI) Patrick Schwarzenegger has been campaigning aggressively to star as iconic serial killer Patrick Bateman in director Luca Guadagnino‘s upcoming adaptation of ‘American Psycho’.

#Patrick Schwarzenegger campaigns for role of Patrick Bateman in Luca Guadagnino’s rendition of ‘American Psycho’



Lieutenant Governor flags off J&K’s 1st batch of Haj pilgrims from Srinagar International Airport

Srinagar, May 4 (UNI) Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday flagged off the first batch of Haj pilgrims of Jammu Kashmir from Srinagar International Airport.

#Lieutenant Governor flags off J&K’s 1st batch of Haj pilgrims from Srinagar International Airport



UP: Body of man buried in forest after murder, two detained

Sonbhadra (UP), May 4 (UNI) A middle-aged man was killed by unidentified miscreants and later his body was buried in a pit in Obra area of Sonbhadra district here in Uttar Pradesh, a police officer said here on Sunday.

#UP: Body of man buried in forest after murder #two detained



Alarming rise in Kidney stone cases due to temperatures soaring across Telangana: AINU report

Hyderabad, May 4 (UNI) With temperatures soaring across Telangana, kidney stone cases rise from 2 to 2.5 fold, according to a report released by the Hyderabad based Asian Institute of Nephrology and Urology (AINU).

#Alarming rise in Kidney stone cases due to temperatures soaring across Telangana: AINU report



Tripura signs MoU with IIM Shillong for advanced training to panchayat functionaries

Agartala, May 4 (UNI) The Panchayat department of Tripura signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with IIM Shillong to impart advanced management and public administration training to the public functionaries of three-tier panchayats.

#Tripura signs MoU with IIM Shillong for advanced training to panchayat functionaries



UP: One dies, 26 injured as sleeper bus hits trailer in Unnao

Unnao (UP), May 4 (UNI) One person was killed and 26 others were injured when a luxury sleeper bus hit a trailer in the Auras area of Unnao district here in Uttar Pradesh, a police officer said here on Sunday.

#UP: One dies #26 injured as sleeper bus hits trailer in Unnao



Israeli PM postpones Azerbaijan visit due to "developments in Gaza, Syria"

Jerusalem, May 4 (UNI) Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has postponed his planned visit to Azerbaijan, said a statement from his office on Saturday.

#Israeli PM postpones Azerbaijan visit due to "developments in Gaza #Syria"

Iran condemns alleged Israeli drone attack on Gaza-bound aid ship

Tehran, May 4 (UNI) Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei on Saturday condemned a drone attack, allegedly carried out by Israel, on a ship carrying humanitarian aid to Gaza.

#Iran condemns alleged Israeli drone attack on Gaza-bound aid ship

Five people detained in UK on suspicion of planning terrorist attack: Police

London, May 4 (UNI) Five people, including four Iranian nationals, have been detained in the UK on suspicion of planning a terrorist attack, Metropolitan Police said.

#Five people detained in UK on suspicion of planning terrorist attack: Police



J&K: Pak again violates truce on LoC, Indian Army retaliates

Jammu, May 4 (UNI) Pakistan Army continued violating the ceasefire by firing small arms on the Line of Control (LoC) in various parts of Jammu and Kashmir.

#J&K: Pak again violates truce on LoC #Indian Army retaliates

Himachal: HC grants interim bail to ex-MLA Rajinder Rana's family in mining fraud case

Shimla, May 3 (UNI) The Himachal Pradesh High Court has granted interim bail to Anita Rana, wife of former BJP MLA Rajinder Rana, their son Abhishek Rana and another accused Kamlesh Kumar in a high-profile mining fraud case.

#Himachal: HC grants interim bail to ex-MLA Rajinder Rana's family in mining fraud case

Abdullah Sohail demands withdrawal of Waqf Amendment Act, joins all-party protest in Warangal

Warangal (Telangana), May 3 (UNI) Senior BRS leader Shaik Abdullah Sohail on Saturday demanded the immediate repeal of the Waqf Amendment Act, calling it a deliberate attempt to undermine the autonomy of Waqf Boards and seize control of Muslim community assets.

#Abdullah Sohail demands withdrawal of Waqf Amendment Act # joins all-party protest in Warangal

Rural training aimed at skilling youth, boosting tourism: Jaiveer Singh

Lucknow, May 3 (UNI) The Uttar Pradesh Tourism Department successfully conducted a five-day residential foundation training programme for rural tourism coordinators at the Manyawar Kanshiram Institute of Tourism Management (MKITM).

#Rural training aimed at skilling youth # boosting tourism: Jaiveer Singh



Establishment of Indian Institute of Creative Technology important for India: Union Minister Vaishnaw

Mumbai, May 3 (UNI) Taking a major leap towards empowering India’s animation, visual effects, gaming, comics, and extended reality (AVGC-XR) ecosystem, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, in collaboration with FICCI and CII, has set up the Indian Institute of Creative Technology (IICT) – a National Centre of Excellence dedicated exclusively to the AVGC-XR sector.

#Establishment of Indian Institute of Creative Technology important for India: Union Minister Vaishnaw



DRDO conducts maiden flight-trials of Stratospheric Airship Platform

New Delhi, May 3 (UNI) Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) on Saturday successfully carried out maiden flight-trials of Stratospheric Airship Platform from Sheopur trial site in Madhya Pradesh.

#DRDO conducts maiden flight-trials of Stratospheric Airship Platform

Rice mill gutted in massive fire in Kaithal village, stocks of rice worth crores reduced to ashes

Kaithal, May 3 (UNI) A massive fire broke out at a rice mill, Jeevisha Foods Private Limited, at around 9 pm on Friday in the nearby village Barot, causing loss of crores of rupees.
Rice, bardana and stocks were gutted in the devastating fire. According to mill owner Amarjeet Chhabra, this fire has caused a loss of Rs five to six crores. The fire was so fierce that eight vehicles of the fire brigade were deployed to control it overnight.

#Rice mill gutted in massive fire in Kaithal village # stocks of rice worth crores reduced to ashes



Angola, chair of African Union, condemns Pahalgam terror attack, backs India on tackling cross-border terrorism

New Delhi, May 3 (UNI) Angola, the current chair of the 55-member African Union, today condemned the Pahalgam terror attack and expressed solidarity with India in tackling terrorism in all its forms, including cross-border terrorism, during the New Delhi visit of Angolan President João Goncalves Lourenço, who held bilateral talks with PM Modi.

#Angola #chair of African Union #condemns Pahalgam terror attack # backs India on tackling cross-border terrorism

Strong Maharashtra's Foundation laid during 72 hours of oath-ceremony: CM

Mumbai, May 3 (UNI) Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said on Saturday that the foundation of strong Maharashtra was laid during those 72 hours of oath-ceremony.

#Strong Maharashtra's Foundation laid during 72 hours of oath-ceremony: CM

Minister Vaishnaw visits Juinagar Yard, inspects trials of new sensor-based safety systems

Pune, May 3 (UNI) Minister of Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw on Saturday conducted an inspection of the Juinagar Yard and reviewed the trials of advanced sensor-enabled systems aimed at enhancing operational safety.

#Minister Vaishnaw visits Juinagar Yard # inspects trials of new sensor-based safety systems

Over 22K youth trained under 'Project Praveen' to prepare future-ready workforce

Lucknow, May 3 (UNI) Over 22,000 youth across Uttar Pradesh are currently undergoing skill training under Project Praveen, a flagship initiative to create a skilled and future-ready workforce, which aims to bridge the gap between education and employability, official sources said here on Saturday.

#Over 22K youth trained under 'Project Praveen' to prepare future-ready workforce

RCB post 213/5 against CSK in Match 52 of IPL 2025 in Bengaluru

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#RCB post 213/5 against CSK in Match 52 of IPL 2025 in Bengaluru

Sports Authority of Telangana honoured by AIFF for promoting Football

Hyderabad, May 3 (UNI) The Sports Authority of Telangana was honoured by the All India Football Federation (AIFF) for its exceptional contribution to promoting and supporting football in Hyderabad and Telangana during the year 2024–25.

#Sports Authority of Telangana honoured by AIFF for promoting Football

Bike thief arrested in Kaithal, nine stolen bikes recovered

Kaithal, May 3 (UNI) In a major success, the anti-vehicle theft cell of Kaithal police have arrested a vehicle thief and recovered nine stolen motorcycles from him.

#Bike thief arrested in Kaithal # nine stolen bikes recovered



Kharge demands strong action against Pakistan over Pahalgam terror attack

Bengaluru, May 3 (UNI) Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on Friday expressed shock over the recent Pahalgam terror attack and demanded strong action against Pakistan.

#Kharge demands strong action against Pakistan over Pahalgam terror attack

Maha: IAC chief urges BCCI to not take action against cricketer Vaibhav Suryavanshi

Pune, May 3 (UNI) India Against Corruption (IAC) national president Hemant Patil on Saturday requested BCCI to not take any action against cricketer Vaibhav Suryavanshi based on a baseless complaint.

#Maha: IAC chief urges BCCI to not take action against cricketer Vaibhav Suryavanshi

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami reiterates ban on Women’s Affairs Reform Commission, deems it ‘anti-Quran’

Dhaka, May 3 (UNI) Showcasing the marked rise of Islamic extremism in the country, the Bangladesh Jamaat- e-Islami (BJI) has reiterated its ban on the country’s Women Affairs Reform Commission, deeming it "anti-Quran".

#Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami reiterates ban on Women’s Affairs Reform Commission # deems it ‘anti-Quran’

TN: Customs officials seize 26 exotic reptiles from passenger at Trichy airport

Tiruchirapalli (Tamil Nadu), May 3 (UNI) Customs officials have seized 26 exotic reptiles from a passenger who arrived at Tiruchirapalli International Airport from Bangkok.

#TN: Customs officials seize 26 exotic reptiles from passenger at Trichy airport

TN: Customs seize 26 exotic reptiles from passenger at Trichy airport

Tiruchirapalli (Tamil Nadu), May 3 (UNI) Customs officials have seized 26 exotic reptiles from a passenger who arrived at Tiruchirapalli International Airport from Bangkok.

#TN: Customs seize 26 exotic reptiles from passenger at Trichy airport

CSK opt to bowl against RCB in Match 52 of IPL 2025 in Bengaluru.

UNI BDN ARN.

#CSK opt to bowl against RCB in Match 52 of IPL 2025 in Bengaluru.

UP govt assuring prompt response to complaints filed on SHe-Box

Lucknow, May 3 (UNI) The Uttar Pradesh government is strengthening the SHe-Box portal in order to curb workplace harassment of women, official sources said here on Saturday.

#UP govt assuring prompt response to complaints filed on SHe-Box



26/11 Mumbai terror attack: NIA collects Tahawwur Rana''s voice, handwriting samples

New Delhi, May 3 (UNI) National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Saturday collected the voice and handwriting samples of 26/11 Mumbai terror attack mastermind Tahawwur Rana, who was extradited from the United States.

#26/11 Mumbai terror attack: NIA collects Tahawwur Rana''s voice #handwriting samples

Maha govt to form team of lawyers & water experts to contest case on raising height of Almatti dam: minister

Kolhapur, May 3 (UNI) Maharashtra and District Guardian Minister Prakash Aabitkar said on Saturday that if the Karnataka government forms a team of lawyers and water experts to contest the case on raising height of Almatti dam in neighbouring Karnataka then they are also ready to set up such a team to give befitting reply in the court.

#Maha govt to form team of lawyers & water experts to contest case on raising height of Almatti dam: minister



Introduce BC Bill, ensure 50 pc reservation in legislative bodies: R Krishnaiah urges PM Modi

Hyderabad, May 3 (UNI) Rajya Sabha Member and President of the National BC Welfare Association, R Krishnaiah, has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to introduce a BC Bill in Parliament to ensure 50 per cent political reservation for Backward Classes (BCs) in the legislative bodies.

#Introduce BC Bill #ensure 50 pc reservation in legislative bodies: R Krishnaiah urges PM Modi



Kashmir was and will remain part of India: Farooq Abdullah

Srinagar, May 3 (UNI) National Conference president and former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah on Saturday asserted that Kashmir has always been and will continue to remain an integral part of India.

#Kashmir was and will remain part of India: Farooq Abdullah

Naveen Jindal chairs meeting of District Development, Coordination and Monitoring Committee

Kaithal, May 3 (UNI) MP Naveen Jindal today directed officials of the Agriculture Department in Kaithal to promote organic farming instead of traditional farming, and to outline a plan to provide markets to farmers. He also said that necessary steps should be taken regarding crop residue management.

#Naveen Jindal chairs meeting of District Development # Coordination and Monitoring Committee

Maha govt creating mobile app for patients to file complaints about hospitals: Minister Abitkar

Kolhapur, May 3 (UNI) Maharashtra Health Minister Prakash Abitkar said today that the state government has created a mobile app for the people to file complaints directly to the health department about hospitals.

#Maha govt creating mobile app for patients to file complaints about hospitals: Minister Abitkar

Ukrainian President Zelensky warns foreign officials against attending Russia’s 80th Victory Day celebrations

Kyiv/Moscow, May 3 (UNI) Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has warned foreign officials against attending the May 9 Victory Day parade in Moscow, and stated that Kyiv cannot guarantee their safety amidst the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war.

#Ukrainian President Zelensky warns foreign officials against attending Russia’s 80th Victory Day celebrations

AP Govt failed to provide MSP to farmers: alleges Jagan

Vijayawada, May 3 (UNI) Former Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy here on Saturday alleged that the Chandrababu Naidu headed Andhra Pradesh Government failed to provide Minimum Support Price (MSP) for the crops, pushing the farmers to stage protests and financial ruin.

#AP Govt failed to provide MSP to farmers: alleges Jagan



Saiva Siddhantha a jewel of Tamil culture : PM Modi

Chennai, May 3 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said Saiva
Siddhantha has been a jewel of Tamil culture with its various beautiful works
of spiritual literature and social contributions of various Aadheenams.

#Saiva Siddhantha a jewel of Tamil culture : PM Modi



Sri Lankan flight from Chennai searched after India flags possible Pahalgam-linked suspects on board

Colombo/New Delhi, May 3 (UNI) A Sri Lankan Airlines flight arriving from Chennai was subjected to a special search operation at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake today following intelligence information received from India regarding the possible arrival of six suspects, allegedly linked to the recent Pahalgam terror attack in Kashmir.

#Sri Lankan flight from Chennai searched after India flags possible Pahalgam-linked suspects on board

Swiss AI tech to facilitate online inspection of Ganga E-way

Lucknow, May 3 (UNI) The Yogi government is leveraging advanced Swiss technology in order to make the Ganga Expressway a world-class infrastructure project, official sources said here on Saturday.

#Swiss AI tech to facilitate online inspection of Ganga E-way



PM Modi vows firm and decisive action against Pahalgam terrorists, their backers

New Delhi, May 3 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi today again vowed firm and decisive action to bring the perpetrators and backers of the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack to book.

#PM Modi vows firm and decisive action against Pahalgam terrorists #their backers



Israel terms Damascus airstrikes a warning to Syria to not harm its Druze community

Tel Aviv/Damascus, May 3 (UNI) The Israeli Defence Forces said that its latest strikes in Damascus were a warning to Syria’s new Islamic rulers to not harm its Druze minority, who have been targets of increased state oppression since the ouster of President Bashar Al Assad’s regime.

#Israel terms Damascus airstrikes a warning to Syria to not harm its Druze community

Rain, snow & thunderstorms to continue in Himachal for few days

Shimla, May 3(UNI) The weather in Himachal Pradesh remains rough, and the Meteorological Department has warned that rain, snow, and thunderstorms would continue in many parts of the state for the next four-five days.

#Rain # snow & thunderstorms to continue in Himachal for few days



Claims about removal of Director General of Defence Intelligence Agency false: govt

New Delhi, May 3 (UNI) The government on Saturday dismissed as false the claims circulating on Pakistan-backed social media accounts that Lieutenant General DS Rana, Director General of Defence Intelligence Agency, has been removed from his post and deputed to the Andaman and Nicobar.

#Claims about removal of Director General of Defence Intelligence Agency false: govt



Western Railway partners with Chhota Bheem to promote Railway safety

Hyderabad, May 3 (UNI) In a unique initiative to promote public awareness and railway safety, Western Railway has entered into a collaboration with Hyderabad based Green Gold Animation Pvt. Ltd, the creators of Chhota Bheem.

#Western Railway partners with Chhota Bheem to promote Railway safety

Josh Kerr of Britain claims first Grand Slam Track win

Florida, May 3 (UNI) Britain''s Josh Kerr claimed victory in the men''s 1500m as the second meeting
of the inaugural Grand Slam Track season got under way in Miami.

#Josh Kerr of Britain claims first Grand Slam Track win

What to Look for in Quality School Chairs for Classrooms

When designing a productive and comfortable learning environment, few pieces of furniture are more important than school chairs.

US approves potential $310.5 million F-16 package to Ukraine

Washington/Kyiv, May 3 (UNI) The US State Department has approved a potential $310.5 million sale to Ukraine for F-16 training, sustainment, and related equipment, the Pentagon’s Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) announced Friday.

#US approves potential $310.5 million F-16 package to Ukraine

US approves 310 mln dollars of F-16 training package for Ukraine

Los Angeles, May 3 (UNI) The U.S. State Department has approved an F-16 fighter jet training and sustainment package worth 310 million U.S. dollars for Ukraine, the Pentagon announced Friday.

#US approves 310 mln dollars of F-16 training package for Ukraine

State of emergency declared in Russia's Novorossiysk after Ukrainian drone attack - Mayor

Moscow, May 3 (UNI) A state of emergency was declared in Russia''s Black Sea port city of Novorossiysk on Saturday after an Ukrainian drone attack, the city''s mayor, Andrei Kravchenko, said.

#State of emergency declared in Russia's Novorossiysk after Ukrainian drone attack - Mayor

Sobo Mumbai Falcons names Shreyas Iyer as their Icon Player for 2025 season

Mumbai, May 3 (UNI) Sobo Mumbai Falcons have named Shreyas Iyer as their Icon Player for the 2025 season. He will lead by example, bringing experience, strategic insight, and mentorship to the squad to ensure a strong, unified performance.

#Sobo Mumbai Falcons names Shreyas Iyer as their Icon Player for 2025 season



HC extends interim bail of former HPPCL MD till May 15

Shimla, May 3 (UNI) The Himachal Pradesh High Court has extended the interim bail of former managing director of Himachal Pradesh Power Corporation Ltd. (HPPCL), IAS officer Harikesh Meena, till May 15 in a case related to the mysterious death of chief engineer Vimal Negi.

#HC extends interim bail of former HPPCL MD till May 15



Unprovoked firing by Pak continues for 9th straight night

Srinagar, May 3 (UNI) There was no let-up in exchange of firing between Indian and Pakistan armies along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir for the ninth consecutive night on Friday.

#Unprovoked firing by Pak continues for 9th straight night



Over 370 detained participants of May 1 rallies in Istanbul released - Police Department

Istanbul, May 3 (UNI) A court ordered the release of 374 people out of 418 detained participants of unauthorized rallies on May 1 in Istanbul, the city''s police department said in a statement.

#Over 370 detained participants of May 1 rallies in Istanbul released - Police Department



British soldiers forced to limit drone training - Reports

London, May 3 (UNI) UK troops are unable to undergo sufficient training for drone warfare, since they are prohibited from flying unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) over each other''s heads and cannot test the use of signal-jamming equipment, The Financial Times reported.

#British soldiers forced to limit drone training - Reports



Arab League, Iraq condemn Israeli airstrikes near Syria''s presidential palace

Cairo/Baghdad, May 3 (UNI) The Arab League condemned on Friday the Israeli airstrikes on targets near the presidential palace in the Syrian capital Damascus.

#Arab League #Iraq condemn Israeli airstrikes near Syria''''s presidential palace



Israel launches airstrikes at Syria''s capital, central and western provinces

Damascus, May 3 (UNI) Israeli air activity intensified across Syria on Friday, with warplane strikes reported in capital Damascus as well as central and western provinces, and drone activities observed in several regions, according to Syrian media and a monitor group.

#Israel launches airstrikes at Syria''''s capital #central and western provinces

India can lead in AI and entertainment: Maha CM Fadnavis

Mumbai, May 2 (UNI) With Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology education city set to come up in Navi Mumbai, India will get the opportunity to lead the world in the ‘AI’ and entertainment sector, asserted Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday.

#India can lead in AI and entertainment: Maha CM Fadnavis

Govt has taken historic initiative for media and entertainment sector: Aamir Khan

Mumbai, May 2 (UNI) Lauding the Waves as a historic initiative taken by the Central Government for the development of the media and entertainment sector, Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan on Friday hoped India will take a big lead in the field.

#Govt has taken historic initiative for media and entertainment sector: Aamir Khan

Take strict action against lawbreakers: Uttarakhan CM Dhami orders officials

Dehradun, May 2 (UNI) Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Friday directed officials to take strict action against those who violate the law and order in the state.

#Take strict action against lawbreakers: Uttarakhan CM Dhami orders officials



EU foreign policy chief urges India, Pakistan to show restraint, pursue dialogue

New Delhi/Brussels, May 2 (UNI) The EU Foreign Policy chief Kaja Kallas today voiced alarm over the rising tensions between India and Pakistan, in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack, and urged both sides to show restraint and pursue dialogue.

#EU foreign policy chief urges India #Pakistan to show restraint #pursue dialogue

Talks on, more parties to join AIADMK-BJP NDA alliance : EPS

Chennai, May 2 (UNI) Exuding confidence of the alliance led by him will win moe
than 200 seats in the 2026 Assembly polls which was less than an year away,
AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami (EPS) on Friday said talks
were on with several parties and more will join one by one in the AIADMK-BJP led
NDA for the polls.

#Talks on # more parties to join AIADMK-BJP NDA alliance : EPS

Govt has taken historic initiative for media and entertainment sector: Aamir Khan

Mumbai, May 2 (UNI) Lauding the Waves as a historic initiative taken by the Central Government for the development of the media and entertainment sector, Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan on Friday hoped India will take a big lead in the field.

#Govt has taken historic initiative for media and entertainment sector: Aamir Khan



AP: Amaravati will emerge as city of IT, AI: PM Modi

Amaravati, May 2 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday prophesied that Amaravati, the capital of AP, will emerge as a leading city in Information Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Green Energy, Clean Industry, Education, and Healthcare and assured full support to the state government in rapidly developing the necessary infrastructure to accelerate growth across these sectors.

#AP: Amaravati will emerge as city of IT #AI: PM Modi

TN Minister asks parents to raise voice against CBSE’s move to scrap no-detention policy

Tiruchirapalli (Tamil Nadu), May 2 (UNI) Objecting to the Central government’s major change in education policy, Tamil Nadu Minister for School Education Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi on Friday appealed to the parents of students studying under the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) syllabus to raise their voices against its move to abolish the ‘No Detention Policy.’
The idea of failing students at such a young age would exert immense pressure on children and their parents that will lead to increased dropout rates, he told newsmen here.

#TN Minister asks parents to raise voice against CBSE’s move to scrap no-detention policy



Meghalaya CM chairs meeting on state’s monsoon preparedness

Shillong, May 2 (UNI) Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma on Saturday chaired a meeting with the State Disaster Management Authority and other line departments to review the state’s monsoon preparedness.

#Meghalaya CM chairs meeting on state’s monsoon preparedness

AP: 3,60,119 applications received for AP EAP CET: Chairman

Kakinada, May 2 (UNI) JNTUK Vice Chancellor and Chairman of AP EAP Cet-2025 Prof CSRK Prasad has said that the deadline for filing applications for appearing for the EAP CET with Rs 1,000 penalty was over by Thursday, and a total of 3,60,119 students had applied till now.

#AP: 3 #60 #119 applications received for AP EAP CET: Chairman

GT post 224/6 against SRH in Match 51 o IPL 2025 in Ahmedabad.

UNI BDN SJC.

#GT post 224/6 against SRH in Match 51 o IPL 2025 in Ahmedabad.



Hope India and Pakistan resolve all issues without going to war: Mirwaiz

Srinagar, May 2 (UNI) Kashmir’s chief cleric and Hurriyat chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq on Friday said the situation between India and Pakistan was worsening and hoped the countries would resolve all issues without going to war.

#Hope India and Pakistan resolve all issues without going to war: Mirwaiz

South Central Railways General Manager inspects Vijayawada Railway station in AP

Vijayawada, May 2 (UNI) South Central Railways (SCR) General Manager Arun Kumar Jain conducted a detailed inspection of Vijayawada Railway Station here on Friday.

#South Central Railways General Manager inspects Vijayawada Railway station in AP

AI could revolutionise diagnosis, treatment of genetic disorders: Australian scientists

Canberra, May 2 (UNI) Artificial intelligence (AI) could soon play a pivotal role in diagnosing and treating genetic disorders, a study by the Australian National University (ANU) said.

#AI could revolutionise diagnosis # treatment of genetic disorders: Australian scientists



DMK claiming credit for Caste census an attempt to gain political mileage : Nirmala

Chennai, May 2 (UNI) Senior BJP Leader and Union Finance Minister on Friday said the ruling DMK was trying to gain political mileage by taking credit for Centre''s announcement to hold caste census.

#DMK claiming credit for Caste census an attempt to gain political mileage : Nirmala

Mumbai police receives hoax call; caller teenager with autism

Mumbai, May 2 (UNI) The Mumbai Police control room received a hoax threat call, but the caller was discovered to be a teenager with autism. His parents were warned and legal action was taken, a source in the Mumbai police said.

#Mumbai police receives hoax call; caller teenager with autism



Delhi experiences heavy rainfall, waterlogging and traffic congestion

New Delhi, May 2 (UNI) A heavy downpour accompanied by strong winds and thunderstorms hit Delhi-NCR in the early hours of Friday, causing waterlogging in several areas of the capital and leading to traffic congestion on the roads.

#Delhi experiences heavy rainfall #waterlogging and traffic congestion



Case registered against son, daughter-in-law of ex-MLA Tarn Taran, others for embezzlement of Nagar Council funds

Chandigarh, May 2 (UNI) The Punjab Vigilance Bureau (VB) has registered a case against the son and daughter-in-law of an ex-MLA from Tarn Taran, as well as the Executive Officer (EO) and Clerk of Nagar Council Tarn Taran and the owner of a firm, for embezzlement of the Council funds. In this case, the accused EO, Clerk and a firm owner have been arrested.

#Case registered against son #daughter-in-law of ex-MLA Tarn Taran #others for embezzlement of Nagar Council funds



Australia remain on top while Thailand climb up in annual T20I rankings update

Dubai, May 2 (UNI) Australia and New Zealand have been the big winners on the ICC Women''s
T20I team rankings following the annual made by the ICC on Friday.

#Australia remain on top while Thailand climb up in annual T20I rankings update



Australia remain on top while Thailand climb up in annual T20I rankings update

Dubai, May 2 (UNI) Australia and New Zealand have been the big winners on the ICC Women''s
T20I team rankings following the annual made by the ICC on Friday.

#Australia remain on top while Thailand climb up in annual T20I rankings update



Delhi rain: Four members of a family killed as tree falls on tubewell room

New Delhi, May 2 (UNI) Four members of a family including three children were killed when a tree fell on their makeshift room in the Najafgarh area of Delhi following storm and rain on Friday, police said.

#Delhi rain: Four members of a family killed as tree falls on tubewell room

Former MP Ronald Sapa Tlau laid to rest with full honours in Aizawl

Aizawl, May 2 (UNI) Veteran Congress leader and former Rajya Sabha MP Ronald Sapa Tlau was laid to rest on Friday following a solemn and well-attended funeral service at his residence in Zonuam locality of Aizawl.

#Former MP Ronald Sapa Tlau laid to rest with full honours in Aizawl

Thunderstorms and Hailstorms very likely at isolated places over Vidarbh

Pune, May 2 (UNI) Thunderstorms with gusty winds are very likely at isolated places over Vidarbha, India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Friday.

#Thunderstorms and Hailstorms very likely at isolated places over Vidarbh



Did not give any promise of loan waiver for farmers: Ajit Pawar

Kolhapur, May 2 (UNI) Completely waving aside the Mahayuti assurance of loan waiver for farmers in the state, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar said today that he did not give any promise of loan waiver for farmers.

#Did not give any promise of loan waiver for farmers: Ajit Pawar

Comedian Russell Brand granted bail amid sexual assault allegations

London May 2 (UNI) British comedian Russell Brand has been released on bail by a London magistrate following the formal filling of grave criminal charges, including rape and sexual assault, in connection with alleged incidents spanning from 1999 to 2005.

#Comedian Russell Brand granted bail amid sexual assault allegations



Haryana CM Saini asks Punjab leaders not to indulge in petty politics over water

Chandigarh, May 2 (UNI) While strongly condemning the Punjab leaders for politicising the water issue, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini advised Punjab’s leaders not to indulge in petty politics.

#Haryana CM Saini asks Punjab leaders not to indulge in petty politics over water



Heavy rain likely in North Coastal AP on May 3: Met

Amaravati, May 2 (UNI) Heavy rain is likely to occur at isolated places in North Coastal Andhra Pradesh & Yanam on May 3, the Meteorological Centre said on Friday.

#Heavy rain likely in North Coastal AP on May 3: Met



IAF jets show air power during trials on Ganga E-way

Shahjahanpur (UP), May 2 (UNI) Fighter jets and other warplanes of the Indian Air Force (IAF) displayed their power with landing trials on the airstrip built on the Ganga Expressway in Jalalabad area of Shahjahanpur district here in Uttar Pradesh on Friday.

#IAF jets show air power during trials on Ganga E-way



Daitapati Ramkrushna under fire for supplying & installing Daru Bigrahas at Digha Jagannath Temple

Puri, May 2 (UNI) Servitors of the Sri Jagannath Temple have came down heavily on Ramakrushna Dasmohapatra, Secretary of the Daitapati Nijog, for supplying and installing the Daru Bigrahas (sacred wooden idols) of Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra, Devi Subhadra, and Mahalaxmi at the Digha Jagannath Temple on the occasion of Akshaya Tritiya.

#Daitapati Ramkrushna under fire for supplying & installing Daru Bigrahas at Digha Jagannath Temple

UP govt to prepare build AI-skilled workforce

Lucknow, May 2 (UNI) The Uttar Pradesh Adityanath government is set to launch a comprehensive Artificial Intelligence upskilling programme aimed at preparing a future-ready workforce in a step toward making the state a front runner in AI, official sources said here on Friday.

#UP govt to prepare build AI-skilled workforce



Srinagar court dismisses obscenity plea against Gulmarg fashion show

Srinagar, May 2 (UNI) A Court in Srinagar has dismissed a complaint alleging that the designer duo Shivan & Narresh, ELLE India''s Editor-in-Chief, and unnamed models, committed obscenity during a fashion show held at the famous ski resort of Gulmarg.

#Srinagar court dismisses obscenity plea against Gulmarg fashion show



HC disposes plea against Robert Vadra on remark over Pahalgam

Lucknow, May 2 (UNI) The Lucknow bench of the Allahabad high court on Friday disposed of a petition seeking legal action against Robert Vadra, husband of Congress leader and MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, over his remarks related to the recent terror attack in J&K''s Pahalgam.

#HC disposes plea against Robert Vadra on remark over Pahalgam



Rupee ends weak at 84.53 against USD

Mumbai, May 2 (UNI) The rupee on Friday closed at 84.53, marginally fell three paise against the USD on rising demand for
US dollars from foreign banks and exporters, dealers at the Forex Market said.

#Rupee ends weak at 84.53 against USD

Apollo Pharmacy to fill 100 pharmacist posts at job fair on May 6 at OU

Hyderabad, May 2 (UNI) A job fair to fill 100 pharmacist and assistant pharmacist positions at Apollo Pharmacy will be held on May 6 at 1100 hours at the Employment Bureau office opposite the Arts College, Osmania University(OU).

#Apollo Pharmacy to fill 100 pharmacist posts at job fair on May 6 at OU

Rupee closed at 84.53, 3 paise down against USD.

UNI NV ARN.

#Rupee closed at 84.53 # 3 paise down against USD.

Bangladesh's powerful students' body protests bail of Chinmoy Das, terms it example of 'Indian imperialism'

Dhaka, May 2 (UNI) Bangladesh’s powerful Students Against Discrimination (SAD) that led the movement to oust Sheikh Hasina''s government last year, has protested against the bail given to Hindu monk Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari, terming it an example of "Indian imperialism".

#Bangladesh's powerful students' body protests bail of Chinmoy Das # terms it example of 'Indian imperialism'

ECoR changes terminal point of three trains to Bhubaneswar New Station

Bhubaneswar, May 2 (UNI) The East Coast Railway (ECoR) has decided to change the terminal point of three trains from the existing Bhubaneswar Main Station to the newly developed Bhubaneswar New Station.

#ECoR changes terminal point of three trains to Bhubaneswar New Station

Traffic curbs during AR Rahman live concert in New Mumbai

Mumbai May 2 (UNI) The Navi Mumbai Traffic Police on Friday announced a temporary ban on the movement and parking of all types of heavy vehicles within city limits during AR Rahman live concert scheduled for May 3, at Dr DY Patil Stadium at Nerul, in Navi Mumbai.

#Traffic curbs during AR Rahman live concert in New Mumbai



Dr AK Panda takes over as Director (Finance) of SAIL

New Delhi, May 2 (UNI) Dr Ashok Kumar Panda has taken over as Director (Finance) of Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL).

#Dr AK Panda takes over as Director (Finance) of SAIL



Trailer of ''Hai Junoon'' featuring Jacqueline Fernandez, Neil Nitin Mukesh unveiled

Mumbai, May 2 (UNI) The trailer of Bollywood actress Jacqueline Fernandez and actor Neil Nitin Mukesh''s new musical drama series ''Hai Junoon - Dream, Dare, Dominate'' has officially been released.

#Trailer of ''Hai Junoon'' featuring Jacqueline Fernandez #Neil Nitin Mukesh unveiled



BJP demands NIA probe into killing of Suhas Shetty, blames Siddaramaiah govt for security lapse

Mangaluru, May 2 (UNI) The brutal murder of Suhas Shetty, a rowdy-sheeter linked to Bajrang Dal and the prime accused in the 2022 Fazil murder case, has sparked outrage across Karnataka. BJP leaders have sharply criticised the Congress-led state government for failing to maintain law and order, with several calling for a National Investigation Agency (NIA) inquiry.

#BJP demands NIA probe into killing of Suhas Shetty #blames Siddaramaiah govt for security lapse

Russia vows vengeance for Ukraine's Alyoshki market attack, says perpetrators will be punished

Moscow, May 2 (UNI) Russia has vowed that all those responsible and involved in Kiev''s attack on a crowded market in Alyoshki in the Kherson Region, in which seven people were killed, will be identified and punished.

#Russia vows vengeance for Ukraine's Alyoshki market attack # says perpetrators will be punished



RCB poised to maintain momentum as they take on CSK

By BD Narayankar
Bengaluru, May 3 (UNI) Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are poised to maintain their winning momentum as they face off against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the 52nd match of IPL 2025 at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium here on Saturday.

#RCB poised to maintain momentum as they take on CSK



RCB poised to maintain momentum as they take on CSK

By BD Narayankar
Bengaluru, May 3 (UNI) Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are poised to maintain their winning momentum as they face off against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the 52nd match of IPL 2025 at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium here on Saturday.

#RCB poised to maintain momentum as they take on CSK



RCB poised to maintain momentum as they take on CSK

By BD Narayankar
Bengaluru, May 3 (UNI) Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are poised to maintain their winning momentum as they face off against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the 52nd match of IPL 2025 at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium here on Saturday.

#RCB poised to maintain momentum as they take on CSK

Chennais Amirta Educational Institution congratulates Padma Shri Chef Damu

Chennai May 2 (UNI) Culinary expert Chef Damu, who was recently honoured with the Padma Shri
for his contributions to traditional Indian cuisine, was congratulated by Mr. R. Boominathan, Chairman of Chennais Amirta Educational Institution.

#Chennais Amirta Educational Institution congratulates Padma Shri Chef Damu



Brook & Root to play for Yorkshire against Bears

London, May 2 (UNI) England batters Harry Brook and Joe Root will play for Yorkshire in this week''s County Championship match against Warwickshire.

#Brook & Root to play for Yorkshire against Bears



Brook & Root to play for Yorkshire against Bears

London, May 2 (UNI) England batters Harry Brook and Joe Root will play for Yorkshire in this week''s County Championship match against Warwickshire.

#Brook & Root to play for Yorkshire against Bears



IMD predicts thunderstorms in Mumbai

Mumbai, May 2 (UNI) The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts cloudy sky and rain in Mumbai in the first week of May, providing a slight relief from the harsh sun. However, there is no relief anticipated from humid temperatures.

#IMD predicts thunderstorms in Mumbai

2 killed as rain, storm affect life in several UP districts

Lucknow, May 2 (UNI) Two persons died and many others were injured in rain-related accidents in various parts of western Uttar Pradesh on Friday, official sources said, adding hundreds of acres of crops were damaged due to dust storm and overnight rain in the region.

#2 killed as rain # storm affect life in several UP districts

7 killed in Ukrainian drone strike on Kherson market

Moscow, May 2 (UNI) A Ukrainian drone strike hit a crowded market in the town of Aleshki in Kherson region on Thursday, killing at least seven people and injuring more than 20 others, local authorities said.

#7 killed in Ukrainian drone strike on Kherson market

Ukraine produces 4k drones daily while US buys 5k a yr - Pentagon

Washington, May 2 (UNI) Ukraine manufactures approximately 4,000 drones each day, compared to just 5,000 purchased annually by the United States, Director of the Pentagon''s Defense Innovation Unit Doug Beck said on Thursday.

#Ukraine produces 4k drones daily while US buys 5k a yr - Pentagon



Rupee opens strong at 83.90, up 59 paise against USD

Mumbai, May 2 (UNI) The Rupee on Friday rallied further by 59 paise at 83.90
against USD in early trade on brisk selling of US Dollar by bankers and exporters, dealers at the Forex Market informed.

#Rupee opens strong at 83.90 #up 59 paise against USD

Rupee opened at 83.90, up 59 paise against USD

UNI NV GNK.

#Rupee opened at 83.90 # up 59 paise against USD

Number of people detained during May Day demonstrations in Paris exceeds 50 - Minister

Paris, May 2 (UNI) The number of people detained during the riots at the May Day demonstration in Paris has exceeded 50, French Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau said.

#Number of people detained during May Day demonstrations in Paris exceeds 50 - Minister



Britain records hottest May 1st

London, May 2 (UNI) Britain recorded its hottest May 1st this year, the Met Office announced on social media platform X on Thursday, as the temperature at Kew Gardens in London reached 28 degrees Celsius and is continuing to rise.

#Britain records hottest May 1st

Thousands march in Taiwan to protest DPP's policies

Taipei, May 2 (UNI) Thousands of people assembled in central Taipei on Thursday, International Workers'' Day, to protest the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities'' policies and call for better welfare for workers.

#Thousands march in Taiwan to protest DPP's policies



Europe wants to ''coordinate'' new sanctions package against Russia with US - Barrot

Moscow, May 2 (UNI) Europe is preparing a new package of sanctions against Russia, which it would like to coordinate with possible US measures in the event of a "failure" of the settlement in Ukraine, French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot said.

#Europe wants to ''''coordinate'''' new sanctions package against Russia with US - Barrot

Hyd: Three-day training-cum-exposure for GP Presidents from Bihar begins at NIRDPR

Hyderabad, May 1 (UNI) Hyderabad-based National Institute of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj (NIRD&PR), launched a three-day Training-cum-Exposure Visit programme here on Thursday for 149 Mukhiyas (Gram Panchayat Presidents) and three young professionals from the Bihar Institute of Public Administration and Rural Development (BIPARD).

#Hyd: Three-day training-cum-exposure for GP Presidents from Bihar begins at NIRDPR

Indian Railways announces Design Digital Clock competition

Hyderabad, May 1 (UNI) Indian Railways on Thursday announced a nationwide competition to design new digital clocks, which are to be installed across all railway stations in the country.

#Indian Railways announces Design Digital Clock competition

Chhattisgarh: CM to perform ground breaking ceremony for AI Data Centre Park Saturday

Raipur, May 2 (UNI) Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Dev Sai will perform ground breaking ceremony for the AI Data Centre Park near the CBD Railway Station, Nava Raipur, on Saturday.

#Chhattisgarh: CM to perform ground breaking ceremony for AI Data Centre Park Saturday

Trump warns countries against purchasing Iranian oil

Washington, May 1 (UNI) US President Donald Trump today warned that any country or person buying Iranian oil or petrochemicals will be immediately subject to secondary sanctions.

#Trump warns countries against purchasing Iranian oil

Himachal: Mercury dips after heavy rain, snow

Shimla, May 1 (UNI) Shimla and its nearby areas were lashed by heavy rain and thunderstorm on Thursday, disrupting normal life and bringing mercury drastically down.

#Himachal: Mercury dips after heavy rain # snow

Bulldozer action initiated in Nainital following minor rape case

Nainital, May 1 (UNI) In response to alleged rape of a minor in Nainital, Uttarakhand, the administration has initiated bulldozer action on Thursday against encroachments in the area.

#Bulldozer action initiated in Nainital following minor rape case

Uttarakhand Women's Commission condemns Nainital minor rape case, demands bulldozer action

Nainital, May 1 (UNI) The Uttarakhand State Women''s Commission has strongly condemned the sexual exploitation of a minor in Nainital on Thursday and demanded strict action against the perpetrator.

#Uttarakhand Women's Commission condemns Nainital minor rape case # demands bulldozer action

Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Dev Sai attends Waqf Reform Awareness Campaign workshop

Raipur, May 1 (UNI) Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Dev Sai attended the Waqf Reform Awareness Campaign workshop at the BJP state office, Kushabhau Thackeray Complex, here on Thursday.

#Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Dev Sai attends Waqf Reform Awareness Campaign workshop

Women protest against "Love Jihad" in Bhopal

Bhopal, May 1 (UNI) Women from the majority community will stage a protest against alleged "Love Jihad" cases in Bhopal on Friday.

#Women protest against "Love Jihad" in Bhopal



Chhattisgarh: Victims of Naxal violence meet CM Sai

Raipur, May 1 (UNI) A delegation of victims of violence perpetrated by the Naxals in Bastar region called on Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Dev Sai here on Thursday and submitted a memorandum demanding the ongoing operation against the Left Wing extremists in Kurregutta hills be taken to a decisive phase..

#Chhattisgarh: Victims of Naxal violence meet CM Sai

MI crush RR by 100 runs in Match 50 of IPL 2025 in Jaipur.

UNI BDN SSP.

#MI crush RR by 100 runs in Match 50 of IPL 2025 in Jaipur.

Avalanche blocks Pangi Valley road; Fresh snowfall, rain forecast in tribal districts of Himachal

Shimla, May 1 (UNI) An avalanche near ''Dared Nala'' on the Udaipur-Kilad road in Lahaul-Spiti late Wednesday night brought traffic to a standstill, cutting off Pangi Valley from the rest of Himachal Pradesh.

#Avalanche blocks Pangi Valley road; Fresh snowfall # rain forecast in tribal districts of Himachal

UP ST Commission to file case against insult of Dr Ambedkar

Lucknow, May 1 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes Commission Chairman, Baijnath Rawat, said on Thursday that the Commission has taken a suo motu cognisance of the insult of the architect of the Constitution Baba Saheb Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar and will file a case against the culprits.

#UP ST Commission to file case against insult of Dr Ambedkar



Anti-Naxal operation aims to free area from Maoist control: IG Bastar Sundarraj

Jagdalpur, May 1 (UNI) The Inspector General of Police (IG) for Bastar region in Chhattisgarh, Sundarraj P, has said that the ongoing anti-Naxal operation in the Karengutta hills for the past nine days aims to liberate the area from the control of the banned Maoist organisation and make the land safe for its original inhabitants.

#Anti-Naxal operation aims to free area from Maoist control: IG Bastar Sundarraj

MI post 217/2 against RR in Match 50 IPL 2025 in Jaipur

UNI BDN SS.

#MI post 217/2 against RR in Match 50 IPL 2025 in Jaipur

Adobe AI prioritises safety: Shantanu Narayen

Mumbai, May 1 (UNI) Adobe''s approach to Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rooted in commercial safety and responsible design, company CEO Shantanu Narayen said on Thursday, underscoring Adobe’s commitment to ethical innovation in a fast-evolving digital landscape.

#Adobe AI prioritises safety: Shantanu Narayen

Navy gallantry museum to come up in Lucknow: Jaiveer Singh

Lucknow, May 1 (UNI) The Uttar Pradesh government, in collaboration with the Indian Navy, is set to set up a grand Navy Gallantry Museum in the state capital, Lucknow, dedicated to showcasing the valour and legacy of the Indian Navy.

#Navy gallantry museum to come up in Lucknow: Jaiveer Singh

ASF outbreak claims over 3,300 pigs in Mizoram since March

Aizawl, May 1 (UNI).A fresh wave of African Swine Fever (ASF) has gripped Mizoram, claiming at least 3,366 pigs since March 20, when a Guwahati-based laboratory confirmed the resurgence of the deadly porcine disease.

#ASF outbreak claims over 3 #300 pigs in Mizoram since March

Train reaches near Aizawl

Aizawl, May 1 (UNI) A trial train engine successfully arrived at Sairang, the western outskirts of Mizoram''s capital Aizawl city on Wednesday for the first time ever, which marks that the 51.38 km Bairabi–Sairang broad-gauge railway project is nearing completion while Northeast Frontier Railway (NRF) expected to complete the project by July next.

#Train reaches near Aizawl

Three children drown while taking bath in river in Auraiya

Auraiya (UP), May 1 (UNI) Three children, including two siblings, drowned while taking bath in Sengur river in Sadar area of Auraiya district here in Uttar Pradesh on Thursday, police sources said here.

#Three children drown while taking bath in river in Auraiya



SC to hear plea against deportation to Pakistan after Pahalgam terror attack

New Delhi, May 1 (UNI) The Supreme Court will hear on Friday a writ petition filed by six members of a family challenging their imminent deportation to Pakistan following the recent terror attack in Pahalgam,Jammu and Kashmir.

#SC to hear plea against deportation to Pakistan after Pahalgam terror attack

ASF outbreak claims over 3,300 pigs in Mizoram since March

Aizawl, May 2 (UNI).A fresh wave of African Swine Fever (ASF) has gripped Mizoram, claiming at least 3,366 pigs since March 20, when a Guwahati-based laboratory confirmed the resurgence of the deadly porcine disease.

#ASF outbreak claims over 3 #300 pigs in Mizoram since March



NCST team meets Mizoram Governor, CM; praises state''s proactive tribal welfare efforts

Aizawl, May 1 (UNI) Chairperson of the National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST), Antar Singh Arya, along with fellow commission members Nirupam Chakma, Dr Asha Lakra and Jatothu Hussain, met Mizoram Governor Lt Gen (retired) Vijay Kumar Singh and Chief Minister Lalduhoma on Thursday as part of their ongoing four-day tour of the state.

#NCST team meets Mizoram Governor #CM; praises state''s proactive tribal welfare efforts

AP: AITUC demands scrapping of four labour codes

Kakinada (Andhra Pradesh), May 1 (UNI) The All India Trade Union Congress(AITUC) which controls majority workers unions in this port city has taken out a rally in the main streets to mark the celebration of May Day and raised slogans demanding the scrapping of four labour codes describing them as ''''draconian'''' and ''''anti-labour''''.

#AP: AITUC demands scrapping of four labour codes



Siddaramaiah praises Rahul Gandhi for Centre’s caste census decision

Bengaluru, May 1 (UNI) Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Thursday praised Rahul Gandhi for his unwavering commitment to social justice, which he credits for the central government''s decision to conduct the caste census alongside the next national census.

#Siddaramaiah praises Rahul Gandhi for Centre’s caste census decision



SC grants interim bail to three more accused in Chhattisgarh coal levy scam

New Delhi, May 1 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Thursday granted interim bail to three more accused in the Chhattisgarh coal levy scam, aligning with its earlier decision granting similar relief to other co-accused.

#SC grants interim bail to three more accused in Chhattisgarh coal levy scam

Railway plans to increase operational speed of trains in Kerala

Thiruvananthapuram, May 1 (UNI) Railway has put special emphasis on increasing the operational speed of trains in Kerala and adopting more advanced safety measures, for the financial year 2025-2026.

#Railway plans to increase operational speed of trains in Kerala

Train reaches near Aizawl

Aizawl, May 2 (UNI) A trial train engine successfully arrived at Sairang, the western outskirts of Mizoram''s capital Aizawl city on Wednesday for the first time ever, which marks that the 51.38 km Bairabi–Sairang broad-gauge railway project is nearing completion while Northeast Frontier Railway (NRF) expected to complete the project by July next.

#Train reaches near Aizawl

Cargo operations begin at Donyi Polo Airport, boosting connectivity and local economy

Itanagar, May 1 (UNI) In a significant step towards enhancing Arunachal Pradesh’s logistical infrastructure, incoming cargo operations officially commenced at Donyi Polo Airport, Itanagar on Thursday via the passenger terminal.

#Cargo operations begin at Donyi Polo Airport # boosting connectivity and local economy

US-based Ghulam Nabi Fai declared as Proclaimed Offender in UAPA case

Srinagar, May 1 ( UNI) Kashmir born US based separatist leader Ghulam Nabi Fai has been declared as Proclaimed Offender in Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) case by Special Judge, National Investigation Agency Court, Budgam.

#US-based Ghulam Nabi Fai declared as Proclaimed Offender in UAPA case

Manna Dey - the king of melody whose popularity remains intact

Mumbai, May 1 (UNI) Manna Dey is immortalised in the annals of Indian cinema as the melodious voice that popularised classical music among the cine buffs, while simultaneously enthralling the public with his inimitable range that included romantic chart-toppers, peppy numbers and evergreen qawwalis.

#Manna Dey - the king of melody whose popularity remains intact



IPL 2025: Hasaranga out as RR bowl first against MI

Jaipur, May 1 (UNI) Rajasthan Royals made two changes for their high-voltage IPL 2025 clash against Mumbai Indians here on Thursday, with Wanindu Hasaranga ruled out due to a niggle and Sandeep Sharma sidelined after fracturing his finger.

#IPL 2025: Hasaranga out as RR bowl first against MI



IPL 2025: Hasaranga out as RR bowl first against MI

Jaipur, May 1 (UNI) Rajasthan Royals made two changes for their high-voltage IPL 2025 clash against Mumbai Indians here on Thursday, with Wanindu Hasaranga ruled out due to a niggle and Sandeep Sharma sidelined after fracturing his finger.

#IPL 2025: Hasaranga out as RR bowl first against MI



NCLAT upholds dismissal of insolvency plea against DLF, Cites pre-existing disputes

New Delhi, May 1 (UNI) The National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) on Thursday rejected an appeal by Drilltech Engineers that challenged the Chandigarh Bench of the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) for refusing to initiate insolvency proceedings against real estate giant DLF Limited.

#NCLAT upholds dismissal of insolvency plea against DLF #Cites pre-existing disputes

RR opt to bowl first against MI in Match 50 of IPL 2025 in Jaipur.

UNI BDN CS.

#RR opt to bowl first against MI in Match 50 of IPL 2025 in Jaipur.



Air Marshal Tejinder Singh assumes charge as AOC-IN-C

Bengaluru, May 1 (UNI) Air Marshal Tejinder Singh on Thursday assumed charge as the Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief (AOC-in-C) of the Indian Air Force’s Training Command.

#Air Marshal Tejinder Singh assumes charge as AOC-IN-C



India''s victory is certain in fight against enemies of peace, humanity: Mukesh Ambani on Pahalgam

Mumbai, May 1 (UNI) In a powerful show of solidarity following the barbaric terror attack in Pahalgam, Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani on Thursday declared that the defeat of the "enemies" of peace and humanity is "certain", and asserted that India''s victory in this fight was inevitable under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

#India''s victory is certain in fight against enemies of peace #humanity: Mukesh Ambani on Pahalgam

Tiredness, injuries big factors as title race continues in Spain

Madrid, May 1 (UNI) The 34th round of games in La Liga sees FC Barcelona and Real Madrid struggling with injuries and tired legs as they battle it out for this season''s title, while the race for Europe and to avoid relegation increases in intensity elsewhere.

#Tiredness # injuries big factors as title race continues in Spain



India''s media and entertainment sector could grow to over $100 bn in next decade : Ambani

Mumbai, May 1 (UNI) Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani on Thursday said India''s media and entertainment sector could grow from $28 billion to more than $100 billion in the next decade, calling it not just a cultural force but a "strategic and economic opportunity" that will generate millions of jobs and drive entrepreneurship.

#India''s media and entertainment sector could grow to over $100 bn in next decade : Ambani



IAF to hold airshow on Ganga Expressway on Friday

Lucknow, May 1 (UNI) The Indian Air Force (IAF) is set to carry out a landmark trial on the under-construction Ganga Expressway in Shahjahanpur district in Uttar Pradesh on Friday, official sources said on Thursday.

#IAF to hold airshow on Ganga Expressway on Friday



JK: Farooq Abdullah calls Pakistan a ‘failed state’

Srinagar, May 1 (UNI) Amid the heightened tensions, former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister and National Conference president Farooq Abdullah on Thursday called Pakistan a “failed state” .

#JK: Farooq Abdullah calls Pakistan a ‘failed state’

AirAsia introduces Auto Visa Check feature for seamless online check-in

Hyderabad, May 1 (UNI) AirAsia on Thursday announced that it has introduced a new Auto Visa Check (AVC) feature on the AirAsia MOVE app and airasia.com, enabling seamless online check-in for international routes that require a visa and Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA).

#AirAsia introduces Auto Visa Check feature for seamless online check-in



Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit assumes charge as CISC

New Delhi, May 1 (UNI) Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit on Thursday took charge as the Chief of Integrated Defence Staff (CISC) here.

#Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit assumes charge as CISC



Islamic parties in Bangladesh collectively call for abolishment of Women’s Affairs Reform Commission

Dhaka, May 1 (UNI) Showcasing the rampant rise in Islamic fundamentalism across Bangladesh, a coalition of the country’s Islamic parties has demanded the abolition of the Women’s Affairs Reform Commission, sparking fresh concerns over women’s rights in the country.

#Islamic parties in Bangladesh collectively call for abolishment of Women’s Affairs Reform Commission

Sanjay Khanna takes over the additional charge of Chairman & MD of BPCL

Mumbai, May 1,(UNI) Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL), a Fortune Global 500 company, and one of India’s leading oil and gas companies, announced on Thursday that Sanjay Khanna has assumed additional charge as the Chairman and Managing Director of the company. Currently he serves as the director (refineries) in the company.

#Sanjay Khanna takes over the additional charge of Chairman & MD of BPCL



We''ve said naive things, but we do care : Wood

London, May 1 (UNI) Pace bowler Mark Wood is irritated by an external "golf, golf, golf" narrative around the England team, but admits they do not help themselves by saying "dumb" things in the media.

#We''ve said naive things #but we do care : Wood



We''ve said naive things, but we do care : Wood

London, May 1 (UNI) Pace bowler Mark Wood is irritated by an external "golf, golf, golf" narrative around the England team, but admits they do not help themselves by saying "dumb" things in the media.

#We''ve said naive things #but we do care : Wood



DRI officials seize smuggled gold at Hyderabad airport; 3 held

Hyderabad, May 1 (UNI) Directorate Of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) officials on Thursday seized 3.5 kg smuggled gold of foreign origin worth Rs 3.45 crore at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA) here and arrested three persons, including two ground handling staff and a passenger, officials said.

#DRI officials seize smuggled gold at Hyderabad airport; 3 held



Rei Tachikawa strike takes Jamshedpur FC into maiden Kalinga Super Cup final

Bhubaneswar, May 1 (UNI) Jamshedpur FC made it to the final of the Kalinga Super Cup for the first time, after defeating Mumbai City FC 1-0 at the Kalinga Stadium here.

#Rei Tachikawa strike takes Jamshedpur FC into maiden Kalinga Super Cup final



Rei Tachikawa strike takes Jamshedpur FC into maiden Kalinga Super Cup final

Bhubaneswar, May 1 (UNI) Jamshedpur FC made it to the final of the Kalinga Super Cup for the first time, after defeating Mumbai City FC 1-0 at the Kalinga Stadium here.

#Rei Tachikawa strike takes Jamshedpur FC into maiden Kalinga Super Cup final



US-based Ghulam Nabi Fai declared proclaimed offender in UAPA case

Srinagar, May 1 ( UNI) Kashmir-born and US based Ghulam Nabi Fai has been declared a proclaimed offender in Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) by Special Judge, NIA Court, Budgam.

#US-based Ghulam Nabi Fai declared proclaimed offender in UAPA case



PBKS captain Shreyas Iyer fined for slow over-rate

Chennai, May 1 (UNI) Shreyas Iyer, captain of Punjab Kings, has been fined for a slow over-rate during Match 49 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 against Chennai Super Kings.

#PBKS captain Shreyas Iyer fined for slow over-rate



PBKS captain Shreyas Iyer fined for slow over-rate

Chennai, May 1 (UNI) Shreyas Iyer, captain of Punjab Kings, has been fined for a slow over-rate during Match 49 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 against Chennai Super Kings.

#PBKS captain Shreyas Iyer fined for slow over-rate



PBKS captain Shreyas Iyer fined for slow over-rate

Chennai, May 1 (UNI) Shreyas Iyer, captain of Punjab Kings, has been fined for a slow over-rate during Match 49 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 against Chennai Super Kings.

#PBKS captain Shreyas Iyer fined for slow over-rate

Sukanta hails Centre's decision to link Meghalaya with Assam through high-speed corridor

Kolkata, May 1 (UNI) Union Minister of State for Education & Development of North Eastern Region Sukanta Majumdar has said the Centre has taken a landmark decision to construct a greenfield high-speed corridor from landlocked Meghalaya with Assam with a cost of Rs 22,864 crore for the development of the northeastern states.

#Sukanta hails Centre's decision to link Meghalaya with Assam through high-speed corridor

9 Afghan inmates released from Oman's jail to join their families

Kabul, May 1 (UNI) A total of nine Afghan nationals who were set free from prison in the Sultanate of Oman recently would soon reunite with their families in Afghanistan, reported the state-run Bakhtar news agency on Thursday.

#9 Afghan inmates released from Oman's jail to join their families

Mumbai records highest number of property registration in April

Mumbai May 1 (UNI) For the first time after a gap of nearly a decade, Mumbai recorded the highest number of property registrations in April, according to data released by Knight Frank India, which is a leading international property consultant providing personalized advice on commercial and residential real estate solutions.

#Mumbai records highest number of property registration in April

Russia-Ukraine talks can happen ‘quite soon’ - Russian Mission to UN

United Nations, May 1 (UNI) The ceasefire negotiations between Moscow and Kiev can happen "quite soon" if Ukraine makes efforts to resolve root causes of the conflict, Russian Deputy Ambassador to the United Nations Dmitry Polyanskiy told RIA Novosti.

#Russia-Ukraine talks can happen ‘quite soon’ - Russian Mission to UN



Terrorist''s aide held after encounter in Punjab

Chandigarh, May 1 (UNI) The Ludhiana police arrested a key member of the foreign-based terrorist Lakhbir Landa gang following a brief encounter near village Sahibana, said DGP Punjab Gaurav Yadav here on Thursday. The police recovered one illegal weapon along with several cartridges.

#Terrorist''''s aide held after encounter in Punjab



Preview: SRH walk into do-or-die battle against GT

Ahmedabad, May 1 (UNI) Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) will walk into a do-or-die battle when they face Gujarat Titans (GT) in the 51st match of IPL 2025 at the Narendra Modi Stadium here on Friday, with their playoff hopes hanging by a thread.

#Preview: SRH walk into do-or-die battle against GT

People risk lives daily as culvert crumbles in HP village

Chamba, May 1 (UNI) A crumbling culvert over the Sindhari Nala in Sadhari village, located in the remote Pangi Assembly constituency of Himachal Pradesh, has become a symbol of apathy and neglect, posing a daily threat to the lives of hundreds of villagers.

#People risk lives daily as culvert crumbles in HP village



MP CM Dr Yadav, Shivraj Chouhan hail Centre’s ‘historic’ decision on caste census

Bhopal, May 1 (UNI) Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav has described the Union government’s decision to conduct caste enumeration in the upcoming census as “historic,” while criticizing the Congress for politicizing the issue.

#MP CM Dr Yadav #Shivraj Chouhan hail Centre’s ‘historic’ decision on caste census

US & Ukraine sign long-awaited natural resources deal

Washington, May 1 (UNI) The US has signed a deal with Ukraine on the joint exploitation of its energy and mineral resources, after months of tense negotiations, an official said.

#US & Ukraine sign long-awaited natural resources deal



Israeli airstrikes hit near Damascus amid sectarian unrest, civilian casualties reported

Damascus, May 1 (UNI) Israeli warplanes launched two airstrikes Wednesday afternoon on the town of Ashrafiyat Sahnaya, southwest of Damascus, amid rising sectarian tensions and ongoing clashes in the area, Syrian state media reported.

#Israeli airstrikes hit near Damascus amid sectarian unrest #civilian casualties reported



Bulgarian ruling party leader claims US-delivered F-16 jet defective

Washington, May 1 (UNI) Former Bulgarian Prime Minister and leader of the ruling GERB (Citizens for European Development of Bulgaria) party Boyko Borisov has alleged that the first US-made F-16 fighter jet delivered to Bulgaria under a defense contract is non-operational, Bulgarian National Television reported on Wednesday.

#Bulgarian ruling party leader claims US-delivered F-16 jet defective



US, Ukraine sign deal to create Reconstruction Investment Fund - Treasury

Washington, May 1 (UNI) The United States and Ukraine have reached an agreement on establishing the joint Reconstruction Investment Fund, which, according to the Ukrainian government, is part of a broader minerals deal between the two countries, the US Treasury Department said.

#US #Ukraine sign deal to create Reconstruction Investment Fund - Treasury



Trump ‘sincerely’ wants peace in Ukraine - Russian Mission to UN

United Nations, May 1 (UNI) US President Donald Trump genuinely wishes to end the conflict in Ukraine, and Moscow is grateful for all his hard efforts, Russian Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN Dmitry Polyanskiy told RIA Novosti.

#Trump ‘sincerely’ wants peace in Ukraine - Russian Mission to UN

UK Foreign Secy welcomes US-Ukraine reconstruction Investment Fund Agreement

London, May 1 (UNI) UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy welcomed the US-Ukraine Reconstruction Investment Fund agreement.

#UK Foreign Secy welcomes US-Ukraine reconstruction Investment Fund Agreement

Telangana Govt partners Rapido to roll out road safety awareness campaign

Hyderabad, Apr 30 (UNI) In a concerted effort to address the critical issue of road safety, the Telangana Transport Department has partnered with Rapido to roll out a comprehensive statewide awareness campaign.

#Telangana Govt partners Rapido to roll out road safety awareness campaign

J&K: LG chairs high-level review meeting with senior officials on security

Jammu, Apr 30 (UNI) Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday chaired a high-level meeting with senior officials to review the prevailing security scenario in Jammu and Kashmir.

#J&K: LG chairs high-level review meeting with senior officials on security

Maha: Waqf Act protest; Blackout observed in parts of Mumbai

Mumbai, Apr 30 (UNI) Members of the Muslim community, along with various groups, joined the protest against the Waqf (Amendment) Act on Wednesday by turning off lights in homes, offices and community spaces in city.

#Maha: Waqf Act protest; Blackout observed in parts of Mumbai

India closes its airspace to all Pak aircraft

New Delhi, Apr 30 (UNI) India on Wednesday closed its airspace to all aircraft leased, registered or operated by Pakistan, in further escalation of the tension between the two neighbours in the backdrop of the April 22 Pahalgam terror strike.

#India closes its airspace to all Pak aircraft

Maha: PM to inaugurate WAVES Summit in Mumbai on May 1

Mumbai, Apr 30 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate India''s first global audio-visual and entertainment (WAVES) summit at the Jio World Centre in city on May one.

#Maha: PM to inaugurate WAVES Summit in Mumbai on May 1

Union Minister demands Home Ministry's intervention in alleged terror threat against Indian Army para commando

Kolkata, Apr 30 (UNI) Union Minister Sukanta Majumdar on Wednesday sought the intervention of Union Home ministry against an alleged threatening handwritten poster, which was found outside the West Bengal residence of an Indian Army para commando currently deployed in Jammu and Kashmir with a note "Gourav er mundu chai" (Want Gourav''s head) and "Pakistan Zindabad".

#Union Minister demands Home Ministry's intervention in alleged terror threat against Indian Army para commando

IOC chairman AS Sahney rules out reduction in fuel prices

New Delhi, Apr 30 (UNI) Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) on Wednesday said it is not in a position to reduce fuel prices at this stage, citing tight profit margins despite improved operational performance and high capital expenditure requirements.

#IOC chairman AS Sahney rules out reduction in fuel prices



Bangladeshi Hindu leader Chinmoy Das finally granted bail, Yunus govt files appeal against bail

Dhaka, Apr 30 (UNI) Bangladeshi Hindu leader Chinmoy Krishna Das was finally granted bail late on Wednesday evening, hours after the Appellate Division of the Supreme Court stayed the High Court order of earlier in the day granting bail to the Hindu monk.

#Bangladeshi Hindu leader Chinmoy Das finally granted bail #Yunus govt files appeal against bail

Nainital: Indian Forest Service officer accused of sexual harassment gets relief from High Court

Nainital, Apr 30 (UNI) An Indian Forest Service officer and former Member Secretary of the Pollution Control Board (PCB), Sushant Kumar Patnaik, accused of sexual harassment, has received temporary relief from the High Court. The court has stayed the implications of the investigation conducted under the Vishakha Committee guidelines, effectively halting further action against him for now.

#Nainital: Indian Forest Service officer accused of sexual harassment gets relief from High Court

Rajasthan: Inmate who escaped from open jail arrested in Jaipur

Alwar, Apr 30 (UNI) An inmate who escaped from an open jail in Alwar, Rajasthan, about a year ago has been apprehended in Jaipur, police sources said on Wednesday.

#Rajasthan: Inmate who escaped from open jail arrested in Jaipur

TN: Police registers case against MSU Professor for sexually harassing guest lecturer

Tirunelveli (Tamil Nadu), Apr 30 (UNI) The All Women Police in Tirunelveli on Wednesday registered a case against a Professor of Manonmaniam Sundaranar University (MSU) here on the alleged charge of sexually harassing a woman guest lecturer.

#TN: Police registers case against MSU Professor for sexually harassing guest lecturer



Sam Curran''s fiesty knock helps CSK to 190 against PBKS, Chahal bags 2nd IPL hat trick

Chennai, Apr 30 (UNI) A fiesty knock of 88 runs by Sam Curran and an equally attractive 32 by Dewald Brevis helped five time winners Chennai Super Kings (CSK) to a commanding position, before Punjab Kings spinner Yuzuvendra Chahal applied the brakes with four wickets in an over, including a hat-trick, as CSK were bowled out for 190 with four balls to spare in their IPL match at
Chepauk here on Wednesday night.

#Sam Curran''s fiesty knock helps CSK to 190 against PBKS #Chahal bags 2nd IPL hat trick



Sam Curran''s fiesty knock helps CSK to 190 against PBKS, Chahal bags 2nd IPL hat trick

Chennai, Apr 30 (UNI) A fiesty knock of 88 runs by Sam Curran and an equally attractive 32 by Dewald Brevis helped five time winners Chennai Super Kings (CSK) to a commanding position, before Punjab Kings spinner Yuzuvendra Chahal applied the brakes with four wickets in an over, including a hat-trick, as CSK were bowled out for 190 with four balls to spare in their IPL match at
Chepauk here on Wednesday night.

#Sam Curran''s fiesty knock helps CSK to 190 against PBKS #Chahal bags 2nd IPL hat trick



Suvendu Adhikari welcomes bail granted to Bangladeshi Hindu monk Chinmoy Das

Kolkata, Apr 30 (UNI) Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari on Wednesday welcomed the bail
granted to Hindu monk Chinmoy Krishna Das by the Bangladesh High Court.

#Suvendu Adhikari welcomes bail granted to Bangladeshi Hindu monk Chinmoy Das



TN: Court awards death sentence to man in murder for gain case

Pudukottai (Tamil Nadu), Apr 30 (UNI) A lower court in Pudukottai on Wednesday awarded the death penalty to a 40-year-old man in a murder for gain case of 2021.

#TN: Court awards death sentence to man in murder for gain case

UP BJP protest against SP's posters comparing Akhilesh with Dr Ambedkar

Lucknow, Apr 30 (UNI) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) workers held protests across Uttar Pradesh on Wednesday to protest against the insult of Baba Saheb Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar by removing half of his face and adding the face of its chief Akhilesh Yadav in its posters and hoardings.

#UP BJP protest against SP's posters comparing Akhilesh with Dr Ambedkar



Siddaramaiah seeks clarity on centre''s move on caste census

Bengaluru, Apr 30 (UNI) Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Minister Sharanprakash Rudrappa Patil on Wednesday welcomed the Union Cabinet’s decision to approve a caste census, but sought clarity on the nature of the exercise.

#Siddaramaiah seeks clarity on centre''s move on caste census



Leaders hail caste census decision of PM Narendra Modi

Patna, April 30 (UNI) The leaders and the political parties from across the political spectrum welcomed the decision of the centre for including a caste survey in the main census.

#Leaders hail caste census decision of PM Narendra Modi

Mary Kom confirms divorce, denies rumours of affair

New Delhi, Apr 30 (UNI) Renowned boxer and former Rajya Sabha MP MC Mary Kom has formally confirmed her divorce from Onkholer (Onler) Kom, stating that the separation was finalised by mutual consent under the Kom community customary law in December 2023.
In a legal notice issued by her counsel, Supreme Court advocate Rajat Mathur, Mary Kom clarified that the divorce was conducted in the presence of both families and clan leaders, and that both parties have since moved on.

#Mary Kom confirms divorce # denies rumours of affair

Arunachal Governor advocates for AI integration in governance

Itanagar, Apr 30 (UNI) In a bid to usher in a new era of tech-enabled governance, Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt General (Retd) KT Parnaik participated in a PowerPoint presentation on the application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools at Raj Bhavan here on Wednesday.

#Arunachal Governor advocates for AI integration in governance



Punjab wins toss, to bowl first against CSK

Chennai, Apr 30 (UNI) Punjab Kings skipper Shreyas Iyer won the toss
and decided to bowl first against five time winners Chennai Super Kings
(CSK) in the 49th IPL match at the Chepauk stadium here on Wednesday
night.

#Punjab wins toss #to bowl first against CSK



Punjab wins toss, to bowl first against CSK

Chennai, Apr 30 (UNI) Punjab Kings skipper Shreyas Iyer won the toss
and decided to bowl first against five time winners Chennai Super Kings
(CSK) in the 49th IPL match at the Chepauk stadium here on Wednesday
night.

#Punjab wins toss #to bowl first against CSK



Maha: Mumbai court issues NBW against Mehul Choksi

Mumbai, Apr 30 (UNI) A court here has issued a non bailable warrant (NBW) against absconding
diamond merchant and key accused in Punjab National Bank scam case Mehul Choksi, who is currently in the custody of Belgium police and facing extradition proceedings made by the Indian government, a lawyer said on Wednesday.

#Maha: Mumbai court issues NBW against Mehul Choksi



Maha: Jarange-Patil threatens to start hunger strike again from August 29

Beed, Apr 30 (UNI) Maratha reservation activist, Manoj Jarange-Patil, declared on Wednesday that he will re-start hunger strike agitation from August 29 in Mumbai to press for his demands.

#Maha: Jarange-Patil threatens to start hunger strike again from August 29



Maha: Police constables, Customs officer among 10 arrested for ganja smuggling in Navi Mumbai

Mumbai, Apr 30 (UNI) The Navi Mumbai police have busted an international ganja smuggling gang by arresting 10 people, including two police constables and a Custom officer, for their alleged involvement in smuggling racket.

#Maha: Police constables #Customs officer among 10 arrested for ganja smuggling in Navi Mumbai

GRT celebrates Puducherry Tourism, launches new sustainability initiatives

Chennai, Apr 30 (UNI) Radisson Resort Pondicherry Bay (part of GRT Hotels & Resorts) hosted a special Green event today in Chennai to celebrate Pondicherry’s inclusion in Lonely Planet’s Top Destinations to travel in 2025.

#GRT celebrates Puducherry Tourism # launches new sustainability initiatives



SC stays FIR against Kerala CM’s chief principal secy K M Abraham; issues notice to CBI

New Delhi, Apr 30 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Wednesday stayed the registration of an FIR against K M Abraham, Chief Principal Secretary to Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, which was ordered by the Kerala High Court in connection with allegations of amassing disproportionate assets.

#SC stays FIR against Kerala CM’s chief principal secy K M Abraham; issues notice to CBI



Bangladeshi Hindu monk Chinmoy Das granted bail by High Court in sedition case

Dhaka, Apr 30 (UNI) Prominent Bangladeshi Hindu leader and former ISKCON priest Chinmoy Das was granted bail by the High Court today, after spending five months in jail in a sedition case.

#Bangladeshi Hindu monk Chinmoy Das granted bail by High Court in sedition case

The forthcoming census would include caste enumeration, according to a major decision taken by the Union cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi

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#The forthcoming census would include caste enumeration # according to a major decision taken by the Union cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi



A panic-stricken Pakistan peddles fake news, claims ‘credible intel’ of imminent Indian attack

Islamabad, Apr 30 (UNI) A panic-stricken Pakistan has once again resorted to peddling fake news, claiming it has “credible news that India plans to attack Pakistan within 24-36 hours”.

#A panic-stricken Pakistan peddles fake news #claims ‘credible intel’ of imminent Indian attack

USA building momentum towards LA28 after promising Nations Cup campaigns

Lausanne (Switzerland), Apr 30 (UNI) With the countdown to the Olympic Games Los Angeles 2028 ticking steadily, the USA’s women’s and men’s national hockey teams took important strides earlier this year at the FIH Hockey Nations Cup and FIH Hockey Nations Cup 2, respectively — showcasing emerging talents, building depth, and sharpening their long-term ambitions.

#USA building momentum towards LA28 after promising Nations Cup campaigns



India to play Thailand in FIFA International Friendly in June

New Delhi, Apr 30 (UNI The India senior men’s national team will play a FIFA International Friendly match against Thailand on June 4, at the Thammasat Stadium in Pathum Thani, Thailand.

#India to play Thailand in FIFA International Friendly in June



India to play Thailand in FIFA International Friendly in June

New Delhi, Apr 30 (UNI The India senior men’s national team will play a FIFA International Friendly match against Thailand on June 4, at the Thammasat Stadium in Pathum Thani, Thailand.

#India to play Thailand in FIFA International Friendly in June

Three Odisha govt-run medical colleges to be upgraded to AIIMS++ standards : Majhi

Bhubaneswar, Apr 30 (UNI) Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced that three government-run medical colleges in Odisha will be upgraded to AIIMS++ standards.

#Three Odisha govt-run medical colleges to be upgraded to AIIMS++ standards : Majhi

AP: TTD Chairman Naidu offers Pattu vastrams to Appanna at Simhachalam temple

Visakhapatnam, Apr 30 (UNI) TTD Chairman S B.R. Naidu offered Pattu vastrams to Sri Varaha Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy (Appanna) at the Simhachalam temple near Visakhapatnam on Wednesday.

#AP: TTD Chairman Naidu offers Pattu vastrams to Appanna at Simhachalam temple



Pro-Pak media accounts'' claims about Lt Gen Suchindra false: Govt

New Delhi, Apr 30 (UNI) The government on Wednesday refuted the claims made by some Pakistan-backed social media accounts that Army''s Northern Command Commander Lt Gen MV Suchindra Kumar has been removed from his post after the Pahalgam terror attack.

#Pro-Pak media accounts'' claims about Lt Gen Suchindra false: Govt



SEBI cautions public against ''Opinion Trading Platforms''

Mumbai, Apr 30 (UNI) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has cautioned the public against engaging with so-called ''Opinion Trading Platforms'', warning that these platforms are neither recognised nor regulated under the current securities market framework.

#SEBI cautions public against ''Opinion Trading Platforms''



High alert temporarily shuts down Islamabad airport''s airfield

Islamabad, Apr 30 (UNI) The airfield at Islamabad International Airport (IIAP) was briefly closed late Tuesday night after aviation authorities issued a high alert due to an unspecified reason, official sources said.

#High alert temporarily shuts down Islamabad airport''s airfield

Mexican boxer Acosta banned for two years for whereabouts failures

Geneva, Apr 30 (UNI) Mexican boxer Guadalupe Altagracia Solis Acosta was banned for two years
for three whereabouts failures in 12 months, the International Testing Agency (ITA) announced.

#Mexican boxer Acosta banned for two years for whereabouts failures



Maha appoints Deven Bharti as Mumbai''s new police chief

Mumbai Apr 30 ( UNI) The Maharashtra government on Wednesday appointed senior IPS officer Deven Bharti of the 1994 batch as the police commissioner of Mumbai.

#Maha appoints Deven Bharti as Mumbai''s new police chief



Indian Women’s Hockey Team set to test new combinations against Australia

Perth, Apr 30 (UNI) After two matches against the Australia A side, the Indian Women’s Hockey
Team is set to face the senior team in their next three friendlies at the Perth Hockey Stadium on
May 1.

#Indian Women’s Hockey Team set to test new combinations against Australia



Indian Women’s Hockey Team set to test new combinations against Australia

Perth, Apr 30 (UNI) After two matches against the Australia A side, the Indian Women’s Hockey
Team is set to face the senior team in their next three friendlies at the Perth Hockey Stadium on
May 1.

#Indian Women’s Hockey Team set to test new combinations against Australia



TCS ties up with SAP to enable enterprise-wide GenAI and Cloud adoption

Hyderabad, Apr 30 (UNI) Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), a global leader in IT services, consulting, and business solutions, has expanded its partnership with SAP, a global leader in enterprise applications and business AI, to enable business transformation at scale for SAP customers by leveraging Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI).

#TCS ties up with SAP to enable enterprise-wide GenAI and Cloud adoption



Deven Bharti appointed new police commissioner of Mumbai

Mumbai, Apr 30 ( UNI) Deven Bharti will be the new police commissioner of Mumbai, said state home department here on Wednesday.

#Deven Bharti appointed new police commissioner of Mumbai

LTIMindtree signs MoU with IIM Mumbai to launch postgraduate program for executives in AI-led experience design

Mumbai, Apr 30 (UNI) LTIMindtree has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Institute of Management Mumbai (IIM Mumbai) to launch a 1-year Blended Post Graduate Program for Executives (PGPEx) in AI-led Experience Design.

#LTIMindtree signs MoU with IIM Mumbai to launch postgraduate program for executives in AI-led experience design



Cricketing action returns to Faisalabad in Pakistan’s five-T20I series

Lahore, Apr 30 (UNI) Faisalabad will host an international match for the first time in 17 years, as Pakistan prepares to host Bangladesh in a five-match T20I series from May 25 to June 3.

#Cricketing action returns to Faisalabad in Pakistan’s five-T20I series



Cricketing action returns to Faisalabad in Pakistan’s five-T20I series

Lahore, Apr 30 (UNI) Faisalabad will host an international match for the first time in 17 years, as Pakistan prepares to host Bangladesh in a five-match T20I series from May 25 to June 3.

#Cricketing action returns to Faisalabad in Pakistan’s five-T20I series



Mirwaiz urges people to trust Kashmiris, ensure locals'' safety

Srinagar, Apr 30 (UNI) Kashmir’s chief cleric and Hurriyat chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq on Wednesday urged the people of India not to fall prey to “hatred and media propaganda” creating mistrust of Kashmiris and reciprocate in ensuring their safety.

#Mirwaiz urges people to trust Kashmiris #ensure locals'' safety



RR bank on teen star Suryavanshi against lusty MI

Jaipur, Apr 30 (UNI) Reeling at ninth on the points table with only three wins in ten outings, Rajasthan Royals are clinging to faint playoff hopes and will be banking heavily on teenage sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi and opener Yashasvi Jaiswal to deliver again when they face a red-hot Mumbai Indians in Match 50 of the IPL at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium here on Thursday.

#RR bank on teen star Suryavanshi against lusty MI



RR bank on teen star Suryavanshi against lusty MI

Jaipur, Apr 30 (UNI) Reeling at ninth on the points table with only three wins in ten outings, Rajasthan Royals are clinging to faint playoff hopes and will be banking heavily on teenage sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi and opener Yashasvi Jaiswal to deliver again when they face a red-hot Mumbai Indians in Match 50 of the IPL at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium here on Thursday.

#RR bank on teen star Suryavanshi against lusty MI



RR bank on teen star Suryavanshi against lusty MI

Jaipur, Apr 30 (UNI) Reeling at ninth on the points table with only three wins in ten outings, Rajasthan Royals are clinging to faint playoff hopes and will be banking heavily on teenage sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi and opener Yashasvi Jaiswal to deliver again when they face a red-hot Mumbai Indians in Match 50 of the IPL at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium here on Thursday.

#RR bank on teen star Suryavanshi against lusty MI



Rupee recovers 11 paise against USD

Mumbai, Apr 30 (UNI) The rupee on Wednesday recovered 11 paise at 85.14 against USD in early trade on selling of the dollar by bankers and exporters, dealers at the forex market said.

#Rupee recovers 11 paise against USD

Trump calls Bezos after reports claimed Amazon mulling displaying added cost of tariff

New YorK, Apr 29 (UNI) Taking strong exception to e-commerce platform Amazon reportedly mulling displaying the added cost of tariffs, imposed by US President Donald Trump, on certain items, the White House took aggressive aim at Amazon, with Trump himself putting in a call to Amazon founder Jeff Bezos Tuesday morning,.

#Trump calls Bezos after reports claimed Amazon mulling displaying added cost of tariff

Need to integrate all technologies in food chain: Vemuri

Hyderabad, Apr 29 (UNI) Leading agri-scientist Vemuri Chowdary on Tuesday said that under Agriculture 4.0 there is a need to integrate all technologies in the food chain.

#Need to integrate all technologies in food chain: Vemuri

Himachal: Three more superspecialties shifted to AIMSS Chamyana from IGMC Shimla

Shimla, Apr 29 (UNI) In a step towards decongesting Indira Gandhi Medical College (IGMC) and expanding the services of the newly built Atal Institute of Medical Super Specialities (AIMSS) at Chamyana, the state government has announced complete shifting of three key departments—Gastroenterology, Urology and Plastic Surgery—to the superspecialty hospital.

#Himachal: Three more superspecialties shifted to AIMSS Chamyana from IGMC Shimla



Maha Minority Commission Chairman calls for modernisation of madrasas

Kolhapur, Apr 29 (UNI) Maharashtra State Minority Commission Chairman Pyare Jiha Khan has said that since modern education can develop the country and society, the scheme of modernisation of madrasas should be implemented effectively. Along with Urdu, the Hindi, English and Marathi languages ​​should be taught in madrasas, he said.

#Maha Minority Commission Chairman calls for modernisation of madrasas



Maha: Diplomats from 70 countries pay tributes to victims of Pahalgam terror attack in Mumbai

Mumbai, Apr 29 (UNI) Consuls General and honorary Consuls from more than 70 countries joined Maharashtra Governor C P Radhakrishnan in paying homage to the victims of the terrorist attack at Pahalgam in Jammu & Kashmir by observing a one-minute silence in function arranged for the diplomatic fraternity of Mumbai at Raj Bhavan here on Tuesday.

#Maha: Diplomats from 70 countries pay tributes to victims of Pahalgam terror attack in Mumbai

KKR post 204/9 against DC in Match 48 of IPL 2025 in New Delhi

UNI BDN SS.

#KKR post 204/9 against DC in Match 48 of IPL 2025 in New Delhi



Maha: Fake orthopaedic doctor arrested in Mumbai

Mumbai, Apr 29 (UNI) The city police has arrested a self-proclaimed orthopaedic doctor Atul Wankhede after a 24-year-old online food delivery boy filed a complaint alleging that incorrect treatment was given to him by the accused doctor which worsened his spinal condition, police said here on Tuesday.

#Maha: Fake orthopaedic doctor arrested in Mumbai

Ambition of becoming CM will remain only dream for Tejashwi : Giriraj

Patna, Apr 29 (UNI) Union Minister and senior BJP leader Giriraj Singh on Tuesday said RJD leader Tejashwi Prasad Yadav was only daydreaming to become Chief Minister of Bihar, which would never be fulfilled.

#Ambition of becoming CM will remain only dream for Tejashwi : Giriraj

Uttarakhand CM meets Union Civil Aviation Minister to enhance air connectivity

New Delhi, Apr 29 (UNI) Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami met Union Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu here on Tuesday and discussed ways to develop the aviation sector in the state.

#Uttarakhand CM meets Union Civil Aviation Minister to enhance air connectivity

Udaipur City-Farbiganj weekly special train service increases by four trips

Jaipur, Apr 29 (UNI) Indian Railways has increased the Udaipur City-Farbiganj Weekly special train services by four trips in view of the rising passenger traffic.

#Udaipur City-Farbiganj weekly special train service increases by four trips

Karnataka HC orders Centre to block Proton Mail

Bengaluru, Apr 29 (UNI) In a development that could have wide ramifications for internet privacy and regulation, the Karnataka High Court on Tuesday directed the Union government to initiate proceedings to block the encrypted email service Proton Mail in India, citing its misuse and the national security threat it allegedly poses.

#Karnataka HC orders Centre to block Proton Mail

AP: Boat rally in Kakinada hailing fishing ban period compensation hike

Kakinada (Andhra Pradesh), Apr 29 (UNI) The fishermen and boat owners of the port city have taken out an impressive rally in the Upputeru with their boats by decorating them with TDP’s yellow coloured flags and flexes of Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu, hailing the enhancement of the usual fishing ban period cash compensation from Rs.10,000 to Rs.20,000.

#AP: Boat rally in Kakinada hailing fishing ban period compensation hike



DC opt to field against KKR in crucial IPL tie

New Delhi, Apr 29 (UNI) Delhi Capitals skipper Axar Patel won the toss and elected to bowl first against Kolkata Knight Riders in the 48th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, being played at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Tuesday.

#DC opt to field against KKR in crucial IPL tie



Heat wave to severe heat wave in Saurashtra, Kutch, rain and thundershowers in Northeast India

Pune, Apr 29 (UNI) Heat wave to severe heat wave conditions are very likely in isolated pockets of Saurashtra and Kutch in Gujarat, while rain or thundershowers occurred at most places in Northeast India, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said.

#Heat wave to severe heat wave in Saurashtra #Kutch #rain and thundershowers in Northeast India

DC opt to field against KKR in match 48 of IPL 2025 in New Delhi.

UNI BDN CS.

#DC opt to field against KKR in match 48 of IPL 2025 in New Delhi.

Govt approves Rs 153 cr additional aid to Manipur affected by hailstorm

New Delhi, Apr 29 (UNI) A High-Level Committee chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday approved Rs 153.36 crore of additional Central assistance to Manipur, affected by hailstorm, during 2024.

#Govt approves Rs 153 cr additional aid to Manipur affected by hailstorm



Tata AIG eyes 5 pc retail health market share in AP, Telangana

Hyderabad, Apr 29 (UNI) TATA AIG General Insurance Company Limited, a leading general insurance provider in India, on Tuesday said it is targeting 5 percent retail health market share in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana in the near future against from 2.1 to 3.6 percent market share increased over the past two years.

#Tata AIG eyes 5 pc retail health market share in AP #Telangana

NQAS certification raises public trust in govt hospitals in UP

Lucknow, Apr 29 (UNI) The certification of health facilities under the National Quality Assurance Standards (NQAS) has significantly strengthened public confidence in government hospitals across Uttar Pradesh, official sources said here on Tuesday.

#NQAS certification raises public trust in govt hospitals in UP



Bangladesh lose wickets in a flurry after Tea against Zimbabwe

Chattogram, Apr 29 (UNI) Bangladesh lost a flurry of wickets after taking the lead against Zimbabwe on the second day of the second Test here on Tuesday.

#Bangladesh lose wickets in a flurry after Tea against Zimbabwe



Bangladesh lose wickets in a flurry after Tea against Zimbabwe

Chattogram, Apr 29 (UNI) Bangladesh lost a flurry of wickets after taking the lead against Zimbabwe on the second day of the second Test here on Tuesday.

#Bangladesh lose wickets in a flurry after Tea against Zimbabwe



RJD always honours Vaishya community :Tejaswi

Patna, Apr 29 (UNI) Leader of opposition in Bihar Assembly Tejaswi Prasad Yadav said Rashtriya Janata Dal ( RJD) has always honoured the Vaishya community and assured to further strengthen the relationship that has been formed with the community.

#RJD always honours Vaishya community :Tejaswi

Abahani seal third straight DPL title with dominant win over Mohammedan

Mirpur, Apr 29 (UNI) Riding on an impressive all-round display from Mosaddek Hossain and a composed unbeaten half-century from Mohammad Mithun, Abahani Limited secured their third successive Dhaka Premier League (DPL) title with a commanding six-wicket win over arch-rivals Mohammedan Sporting Club in their final Super League match at the Sher-e-Bangla National
Cricket Stadium here on Tuesday.

#Abahani seal third straight DPL title with dominant win over Mohammedan

Nat Sciver-Brunt named as new England Women’s Captain

London, Apr 29 (UNI) England’s star all-rounder Nat Sciver-Brunt has been appointed captain of the national women’s team, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) announced in a media release on Tuesday.

#Nat Sciver-Brunt named as new England Women’s Captain

Joy and celebration erupt in village of youngest IPL centurian Vaibhav Suryavanshi

Samastipur, Apr 29 (UNI) With 14-year-old cricketer Vaibhav Suryavanshi becoming the youngest ever player to score century in IPL T-20 cricket match, his village Tajpur in Samastipur district of Bihar, erupted in joy as locals started bursting crackers to celebrate the achievement.

#Joy and celebration erupt in village of youngest IPL centurian Vaibhav Suryavanshi



Modi using national tragedies for electoral gain: Dinesh Gundu Rao

Bengaluru, Apr 29 (UNI) In a sharp political attack amid rising tensions over the ''Gayab'' poster campaign, Congress leader Dinesh Gundu Rao on Tuesday accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of consistently using national crises, including the Pulwama attack and the present security situation, for electoral advantage, while systematically evading media scrutiny and democratic accountability.

#Modi using national tragedies for electoral gain: Dinesh Gundu Rao

Sciver-Brunt replaces Knight as England captain

London, Apr 29 (UNI) England have appointed all-rounder Nat Sciver-Brunt as their new captain.

#Sciver-Brunt replaces Knight as England captain



Main drug supplier nabbed in major NDPS case crackdown

Itanagar, Apr 29 (UNI) In a significant breakthrough under Operation Dawn 2.0, the Naharlagun Police of Arunachal Pradesh successfully apprehended a main drug supplier near Dikrong river bank, and recovered 20 vials of heroin from his possession
The drug supplier is linked to Naharlagun PS Case No. 57/25 under Sections 21(b)/27/29 of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, a senior police officer said on Tuesday.

#Main drug supplier nabbed in major NDPS case crackdown



Odisha: Bhitarkanika National Park to remain closed for visitors from May 1 to July 31

Kendrapara (Odisha), Apr 29 (UNI) The Bhitarkanika National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary will remain closed to tourists and local visitors from May 1 to July 31, in view of the breeding and nesting period of estuarine crocodiles.

#Odisha: Bhitarkanika National Park to remain closed for visitors from May 1 to July 31



Rupee falls 21 paise against USD

Mumbai, Apr 29 (UNI) The Rupee on Tuesday slipped 21 paise to close at 85.25 on rising demand for US Dollar from foreign banks and exporters, dealers at the Forex Market said.

#Rupee falls 21 paise against USD



''Fire robot’ deployed to combat major blaze in Mumbai

Mumbai, Apr 29 (UNI) In a massive firefighting operation at Croma showroom in Bandra city suburb early Tuesday morning, the Mumbai Fire Brigade (MFB) deployed a high-tech ‘fire robot’ to combat the massive blaze.

#''Fire robot’ deployed to combat major blaze in Mumbai



TN: Chithirai festival of Meenakshi Temple begins with flag hoisting ceremony

Madurai (Tamil Nadu), Apr 29 (UNI) The annual Chithirai festival, also popularly called as ‘Chithirai Brahmotsavam’ of the World-renowned Sri Meenakshi-Sundareswarar Temple began with the ‘Dwajarohanam’ (Flag hoisting) ceremony here on Tuesday.

#TN: Chithirai festival of Meenakshi Temple begins with flag hoisting ceremony



Fire dept fails to control Mumbai Croma showroom blaze on time: Zeeshan Siddique

Mumbai Apr 29 (UNI) NCP leader Zeeshan Siddique on Tuesday alleged that the fire department has failed to control the blaze on time that broke out at the Mumbai Croma showroom located in the Link Square Mall in Bandra.

#Fire dept fails to control Mumbai Croma showroom blaze on time: Zeeshan Siddique

China, Thailand, South Korea, Chinese Taipei advance to Sudirman Cup knockouts

Xiamen (China), Apr 29 (UNI) Defending champion China, along with Thailand, South Korea, and Chinese Taipei, secured early passage to the Sudirman Cup knockout stages after dominating their
first two group matches.

#China # Thailand # South Korea # Chinese Taipei advance to Sudirman Cup knockouts

Nitish congratulates Vaibhav Suryawanshi for his century in IPL

Patna, Apr 29 (UNI) Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar congratulated Vaibhav Suryavanshi of Samastipur for becoming the youngest player (at the age of 14) to score a century in the history of IPL and announced an honorarium of Rs 10 lakh for him.

#Nitish congratulates Vaibhav Suryawanshi for his century in IPL



UP plans to raise solar power output to 500 GW in 5 years

Lucknow, Apr 29 (UNI) In a bid to transform Uttar Pradesh, especially regions like Bundelkhand, Vindhya and adjoining areas, into a hub for solar energy, the state government is moving ahead with policy-driven efforts to accelerate solar power generation, official sources said here on Tuesday.

#UP plans to raise solar power output to 500 GW in 5 years

Timely action by railway staff averts mishap

Hoshiarpur (Punjab), Apr 29 (UNI) An accident was averted in the early hours on Tuesday thanks to the prompt response of the railway staff at Tanda Urmur railway station, ensuring the safety of passengers aboard the Hemkunt Express train and preventing a significant delay.

#Timely action by railway staff averts mishap

Russian Air Defence destroys 91 Ukrainian drones since evening of Apr 28: Ministry

Moscow, Apr 29 (UNI) The Russian air defence systems destroyed 40 Ukrainian drones over the past night, while 91 drones were shot down since Monday evening, the Russian Defence Ministry said on Tuesday.

#Russian Air Defence destroys 91 Ukrainian drones since evening of Apr 28: Ministry



Vaishno Devi yatra progressing smoothly

Jammu, Apr 29 (UNI) Days after the Pahalgam terror attack, the rush of Vaishno Devi pilgrims has started increasing at Katra town, the base camp of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine nestled in the Trikuta Hills of Reasi district of Jammu and Kashmir.

#Vaishno Devi yatra progressing smoothly



Air India Express announces ''Payday Sale'' offer

Kochi, Apr 29 (UNI) Air India Express has launched its ‘Payday Sale,’ offering a flat 15% discount on domestic routes for bookings made till May 1, 2025, for travel between May 8 and September 20, 2025, only on the airline’s award-winning website, www.airindiaexpress and mobile app.

#Air India Express announces ''Payday Sale'' offer

Tripura youth arrested for making objectionable post against PM

Agartala, Apr 29 (UNI) Police arrested a youth identified as Samid Miah of Maharani under Tripura’s Gomati district on charges of posting objectionable content on social media targeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

#Tripura youth arrested for making objectionable post against PM



Fire at Mumbai Croma showroom

Mumbai, Apr 29 (UNI) A major fire broke out in the Croma showroom located in the Linking Road area of Bandra in Mumbai in the wee hours of Tuesday. No injury has been reported so far.

#Fire at Mumbai Croma showroom



Rupee falls 16 paise against USD

(RPT, CORRECTING SLUG)
Mumbai, Apr 29 (UNI) The Rupee on Tuesday slipped 16 paise at 85.16 against USD in early trade on rising demand for US Dollar by bankers and importers, dealers at the Forex Market informed.

#Rupee falls 16 paise against USD

Rupee falls 16 paise against USD

Mumbai, Apr 29 (UNI) The Rupee on Tuesday slipped 16 paise at 85.16 against USD in early trade on rising demand for US Dollar by bankers and importers, dealers at the Forex Market informed.

#Rupee falls 16 paise against USD



UP: Criminal killed in encounter with STF, local police in Mainpuri

Mainpuri (UP), Apr 29 (UNI) A criminal carrying a reward of Rs 1 lakh on his arrest was killed in an encounter between the police and the Special Task Force (STF) in the Elao area in Mainpuri district here in Uttar Pradesh, police sources said here.

#UP: Criminal killed in encounter with STF #local police in Mainpuri

Death toll from Sunday's overnight U.S. airstrikes on Yemen's capital rises to 12

Sanaa, Apr 29 (UNI) The death toll from Sunday''s overnight U.S. airstrikes on three houses in Yemen''s capital Sanaa rose to 12, with 4 others injured, Houthi-controlled health authorities said in a statement late Monday night.

#Death toll from Sunday's overnight U.S. airstrikes on Yemen's capital rises to 12



Iran condemns U.S. lethal airstrikes on Yemen

Tehran, Apr 29 (UNI) Iran''s Foreign Ministry on Monday strongly condemned the U.S. deadly airstrikes on Yemen''s capital of Sanaa and Saada province, including a center where African migrants were kept.

#Iran condemns U.S. lethal airstrikes on Yemen



Amid diminishing chances for play offs, CSK seeks redemption against PBKS

Chennai, Apr 29 (UNI) Having lost seven of the last nine matches, five time champions Chennai Super kings (CSK) seeks redemption and a face saving win when it clashes with Punjab Kings here on Wednesday.

#Amid diminishing chances for play offs #CSK seeks redemption against PBKS

3rd Kalaa Spandan Art Fair to be held in Pune from May 2-4

Pune, Apr 28 (UNI) Indian Art Promoter, organised by Sudip Chakrabarti, will present its 3rd edition of “Kalaa Spandan Art Fair” May 2-4 here, a media release said on Monday.

#3rd Kalaa Spandan Art Fair to be held in Pune from May 2-4

Maha: Modi to inaugurate World Audio Visual Entertainment Summit in Mumbai on May 1

Mumbai, Apr 28 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate grand event of World Audio Visual
Entertainment Summit at Jio World Centre at Bandra-Kurla Complex in Mumbai on May one, informed Mahrashtra Industry Minister Uday Samant on Monday.

#Maha: Modi to inaugurate World Audio Visual Entertainment Summit in Mumbai on May 1



SC dismisses plea against slum demolition in Ahmedabad

New Delhi, Apr 28 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Monday dismissed a litigant’s plea challenging demolition undertaken for redevelopment purposes in a slum area of Ahmedabad in Gujarat, .

#SC dismisses plea against slum demolition in Ahmedabad



Teen Vaibhav smashes century as RR crush GT

Jaipur, Apr 28 (UNI) A 14-year-old prodigy, a record-shattering century, and a merciless chase — Rajasthan Royals (RR) delivered a night to remember at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium as they steamrolled Gujarat Titans (GT) by a commanding margin.

#Teen Vaibhav smashes century as RR crush GT

Maha: Four injured in fire at Mumbai bakery

Mumbai, Apr 28 (UNI) Four people were injured after a fire broke out at a bakery in Byculla area of south Mumbai, officials said on Monday.

#Maha: Four injured in fire at Mumbai bakery



Vaibhav Suryavanshi creates history with blistering century at 14 years

Jaipur, Apr 28 (UNI) In scenes of sheer cricketing magic at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium here on Monday, 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi etched his name into the history books by becoming the youngest ever to score a T20 century, and the second-fastest in IPL history, during Rajasthan Royals'' (RR) clash against Gujarat Titans (GT).

#Vaibhav Suryavanshi creates history with blistering century at 14 years

Pondy University gets PAIR grant from ANRF

Chennai, Apr 28 (UNI) Pondicherry University has been granted the prestigious ANRF-PAIR grant in collaboration with IISc Bangalore which will serve as Hub institute.

#Pondy University gets PAIR grant from ANRF

Maha: Aaditya Thackeray slams proposed Mumbai BEST bus fare hike

Mumbai, Apr 28 (UNI) Shiv Sena (UBT) youth president, Aaditya Thackery, on Monday strongly criticised the Maharashtra government for its proposal to increase fares for the Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) bus services.

#Maha: Aaditya Thackeray slams proposed Mumbai BEST bus fare hike



Tikait''s statement advocates for Pakistan: Bhupendra Chaudhary

Lucknow, Apr 28 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh unit of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Bhupendra Chaudhary on Monday condemned Bharatiya Kisan Union (BKU) president Naresh Tikait''s statement Pahalgam terror attack and said that his statement is not only wrong but also advocates for Pakistan.

#Tikait''''s statement advocates for Pakistan: Bhupendra Chaudhary

Stopping water supply to Pakistan is not right: Naresh Tikait

Saharanpur (UP), Apr 28 (UNI) In a statement on Pahalgam terror attack which has created a political row, Bharatiya Kisan Union''s (BKU) president Chaudhary Naresh Tikait has said that the entire Pakistan is not guilty of the terrorist incident.

#Stopping water supply to Pakistan is not right: Naresh Tikait

Maha: Fadnavis clarifies on fire at ED office in Mumbai

Mumbai, Apr 28 (UNI) A day after incident of fire was reported in Enforcement Directorate (ED) office in city, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said on Monday that all papers and documents kept in that office are safe.

#Maha: Fadnavis clarifies on fire at ED office in Mumbai

NC asks New Delhi to capitalize on sentiment in Kashmir against terrorism

Srinagar, Apr 28 (UNI) J&K National Conference Additional General Secretary Sheikh Mustafa Kamal Monday asked New Delhi to capitalize on sentiment in Kashmir against terrorism .

#NC asks New Delhi to capitalize on sentiment in Kashmir against terrorism

Make in India, Made for the world Hyundai ‘Brand i10’ exceeds 3 mn sales milestone

Chennai, Apr 28 (UNI) Committed to the vision of ‘Make in India, Made for the World,’ passenger
car makers Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) on Monday announced that its brand i10 has
scaled over 3.3 million unit sales in India and export markets.

#Make in India # Made for the world Hyundai ‘Brand i10’ exceeds 3 mn sales milestone

UP: Case lodged after pro-Pakistan raised in Deoria

Deoria (UP), Apr 28 (UNI) A case was lodged against unidentified persons on Monday after a video of people raising pro-Pakistan slogans went viral on social media in Baghauchghat area of Deoria district here in Uttar Pradesh, police sources said here.

#UP: Case lodged after pro-Pakistan raised in Deoria

South Western Railway allows religious symbols at recruitment exam centres

Hubballi, Apr 28 (UNI) Candidates wearing metallic religious symbols, bangles, ornaments, mangal sutra, bracelets and similar items will be allowed inside the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) examination halls after proper frisking, the South Western Railway (SWR) clarified on Monday.

#South Western Railway allows religious symbols at recruitment exam centres



BJP activists disrupt Cong rally, heckle Ktk CM Siddaramaiah

Belagavi, Apr 28 (UNI) Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s speech at a Congress-organised ''Save Constitution, Save Nation'' rally here on Monday was briefly disrupted after a group of BJP women activists raised slogans against him and waved black flags.

#BJP activists disrupt Cong rally #heckle Ktk CM Siddaramaiah

Police raid houses of 36 OGWs, terrorist associates in Srinagar

Srinagar, Apr 28 (UNI) Srinagar Police on Monday conducted extensive searches at 36 locations across the city at the residences of Over Ground Workers (OGWs) and terrorist associates of proscribed terrorist outfits and in the furtherance of investigation into cases registered under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA).

#Police raid houses of 36 OGWs # terrorist associates in Srinagar

Odisha to cancel ration cards obtained illegally by foreign nationals: Minister

Bhubaneswar, Apr 28 (UNI) The Odisha government will cancel ration cards issued to foreign nationals, who have acquired them through illegal means, State Food Supplies and Consumer Welfare Minister Krushna Chandra Patra said on Monday.

#Odisha to cancel ration cards obtained illegally by foreign nationals: Minister

Outgoing CS Santhi Kumari appointed as Vice-Chairperson of Dr. MCR HRD Institute

Hyderabad, Apr 28 (UNI) The outgoing Chief Secretary of Telangana, A. Santhi Kumari, has been appointed as Vice Chairperson of the Dr. Marri Channa Reddy Human Resource Development institute (Dr. MCR HRD) here.

#Outgoing CS Santhi Kumari appointed as Vice-Chairperson of Dr. MCR HRD Institute



Karim Janat makes IPL debut as RR opt to bowl against Gujarat Titans

Jaipur, Apr 28 (UNI) Afghanistan allrounder Karim Janat was drafted into the Rajasthan Royals'' playing XI as stand-in Captain Riyan Parag won the toss and elected to field against Gujarat Titans in their Indian Premier League (IPL) clash here on Monday.

#Karim Janat makes IPL debut as RR opt to bowl against Gujarat Titans



Karim Janat makes IPL debut as RR opt to bowl against Gujarat Titans

Jaipur, Apr 28 (UNI) Afghanistan allrounder Karim Janat was drafted into the Rajasthan Royals'' playing XI as stand-in Captain Riyan Parag won the toss and elected to field against Gujarat Titans in their Indian Premier League (IPL) clash here on Monday.

#Karim Janat makes IPL debut as RR opt to bowl against Gujarat Titans



Karim Janat makes IPL debut as RR opt to bowl against Gujarat Titans

Jaipur, Apr 28 (UNI) Afghanistan allrounder Karim Janat was drafted into the Rajasthan Royals'' playing XI as stand-in Captain Riyan Parag won the toss and elected to field against Gujarat Titans in their Indian Premier League (IPL) clash here on Monday.

#Karim Janat makes IPL debut as RR opt to bowl against Gujarat Titans

UP showcases state attractions on global stage in Dubai: Jaiveer Singh

Lucknow, Apr 28 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh is making a strong impression at the Arabian Travel Market being held in Dubai from April 28 to May 1 as iconic sites such as Rumi Darwaza, Bara Imambara and the Clock Tower in Lucknow, along with other major attractions, are being showcased to an international audience.

#UP showcases state attractions on global stage in Dubai: Jaiveer Singh



Hold Janakrosha Yatra against Centre: DKS tells BJP

Bengaluru, Apr 28 (UNI) Accusing the BJP-led Union government of being responsible for the rising prices of essential commodities, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Monday said the state unit of the BJP should direct its ''Janakrosha Yatra'' against the dispensation at the Centre.

#Hold Janakrosha Yatra against Centre: DKS tells BJP

Hundreds protest in N Gaza against Israeli attacks, blockade

Gaza, Apr 28 (UNI) Hundreds of Palestinian women and children took to the streets on Monday in Beit Lahia town in northern Gaza, demanding an immediate end to the ongoing Israeli military offensive and aid blockade.

#Hundreds protest in N Gaza against Israeli attacks # blockade

AP: 5 killed as car rams container truck

Tirupati, Apr 28 (UNI) In a ghastly road accident, five people including two women and a boy, were killed and two were critically injured when the car in which they were travelling rammed a container truck at Thotapalli village of Pakala mandal on the Puthalapattu-Naidupet national highway on Monday.

#AP: 5 killed as car rams container truck

Three family members killed in rockfall near Lengpui Airport

Aizawl, Apr 28 (UNI) In a tragic incident, three members of a family lost their lives after massive rocks collapsed onto their car along the Aizawl-Lengpui Airport road around 3:45 pm on Monday, police said.

#Three family members killed in rockfall near Lengpui Airport

68 killed in US air raids on detention center in N Yemen: Houthis

Sanaa, Apr 28 (UNI) At least 68 African migrants were killed, and 47 others were injured in US airstrikes on a detention centre in the northern province of Saada early on Monday.

#68 killed in US air raids on detention center in N Yemen: Houthis