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54 selected cricketers get to play in JKCA's Women's Cricket League

Jammu, May 2 (UNI) The selected 54 women cricketers from across Jammu and Kashmir have got a chance to play in first of its kind JKCA''s Women''s Cricket League, which commenced on Thursday with a one-dayer here at JKCA Hostel ground.

#54 selected cricketers get to play in JKCA's Women's Cricket League

Adani Green secures USD 400 million from international banks for 750 MW power project
Ahmedabad, May 2 (UNI) Adani Green Energy Ltd (AGEL), India’s largest and one of the world’s leading renewable energy (RE) companies, on Thursday announced USD 400 million financing for its under-construction 750 MW solar projects in Rajasthan and Gujarat by a consortium of five leading international banks.
#Adani Green secures USD 400 million from international banks for 750 MW power project

Adani Enterprises net profit drops 38 pc in Q4 to Rs 450 crore

New Delhi, May 2 (UNI) Adani group flagship company Adani Enterprises Ltd (AEL) on Thursday reported 37.63% year-on-year decline in consolidated net profit at Rs 450.58 crore for January-March quarter (Q4) of the financial year 2023-24.

#Adani Enterprises net profit drops 38 pc in Q4 to Rs 450 crore

Life term for 4 in Bihar murder case
Patna, May 2 (UNI) Additional District and Sessions judge Rajendra Kumar Sinha awarded rigorous life imprisonment to four youth in connection with a murder case and slapped a fine of Rs 15,000 against each of the convicts.
#Life term for 4 in Bihar murder case

Palestinian death toll in Gaza rises to 34,596: ministry
Gaza, May 2 (UNI) The Palestinian death toll from the ongoing Israeli attacks on the Gaza Strip has risen to 34,596, the Gaza health authorities said in a press statement on Thursday.
#Palestinian death toll in Gaza rises to 34 #596: ministry

Collaboration Ignites Innovation: YFLO Delhi''s "Cosmic Quest" Connects Experts with Young Minds
New Delhi (India), May 2:  YFLO Delhi reaffirmed its dedication to fostering innovation and exploration with the grand success of "Cosmic Quest: ISRO Explorers Exchange," held on April 27, 2024.
#SpaceExploration #ISRO #InnovationInSpace #CosmicQuest2024

After June 4, Rahul will take out ''Congress Dhundho Yatra'': Shah in Bareilly
Bareilly (UP), May 2 (UNI) Union Home Minister and BJP leader Amit Shah on Thursday targeted Rahul Gandhi and ridiculed him for his erstwhile Bharat Jodo Yatra (Uniting India March), saying what began as his party''s campaign to regain popularity sometime back, will soon end with a "Congress Dhundho Yatra" (Finding Congress March), suggesting that the party will face a sore loss in the Lok Sabha elections.
#After June 4 #Rahul will take out ''Congress Dhundho Yatra'': Shah in Bareilly

Death toll up to 48 after road collapse in S China''s Guangdong
Guanghou, May 2 (UNI) As of 2 p.m. on Thursday, the death toll has risen to 48 after part of an expressway collapsed in south China''s Guangdong Province on early Wednesday morning, according to a press conference held in Meizhou City.
#Death toll up to 48 after road collapse in S China''s Guangdong

Rupee opens flat at 83.42 against USD

Mumbai, May 2 (UNI) The rupee on Thursday remained almost flat at 83.42, rising one paisa against USD in the opening session on the selling of the US dollar by bankers and exporters, dealers at the Foreign Exchange said.

#Rupee opens flat at 83.42 against USD

Election Commission suspends KCR's campaigning for 48 hours

New Delhi/Hyderabad, May 1 (UNI) The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Wednesday imposed a 48-hour ban on BRS President and former Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao from engaging in any public activities, including meetings, processions, rallies, and media appearances.

#Election Commission suspends KCR's campaigning for 48 hours

Maha won't allow Modi to cross 400: IAC chief

Pune, May 1 (UNI) Maharashtra will not allow Prime Minister Narendra Modi to fulfil his dream of crossing 400-seat mark in this Lok Sabha elections, said Hemant Patil, president of India Against Corruption (IAC), here on Wednesday.

#Maha won't allow Modi to cross 400: IAC chief

Bengaluru records driest April in 41 yrs, Karnataka roasts under intense heatwave

Bengaluru, May 1 (UNI) Bengaluru, known for its moderate climate, has witnessed an unprecedented event as it remained rainless throughout the month of April for the first time in 41 years.

#Bengaluru records driest April in 41 yrs # Karnataka roasts under intense heatwave

24 dead after road collapse in south China's Guangdong

Guangzhou, May 1 (UNI) The death toll has risen to 24 after part of an expressway collapsed in south China''s Guangdong Province, causing 20 vehicles to plunge, on early Wednesday morning, local authorities said.

#24 dead after road collapse in south China's Guangdong

Jindal Stainless announces Rs 5,400 crore strategic investment

New Delhi, May 1 (UNI) Jindal Stainless on Wednesday announced a three-pronged investment strategy worth nearly Rs 5,400 crore to expand its capacity and become a key player globally in the stainless steel sector.

#Jindal Stainless announces Rs 5 #400 crore strategic investment

Palestinian death toll in Gaza rises to 34,568

Gaza, May 1 (UNI) The Palestinian death toll from ongoing Israeli attacks on the Gaza Strip has risen to 34,568, the Hamas-run Health Ministry said in a press statement on Wednesday.

#Palestinian death toll in Gaza rises to 34 #568

Sports quota introduced at GGSIPU for academic year 2024–25
New Delhi, May 1 (UNI) Starting from the academic year 2024–25, Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU) has implemented a 2% sports quota for admissions across various undergraduate and postgraduate programs.
#Sports quota introduced at GGSIPU for academic year 2024–25

TVS Motor Company registers sales growth of 25 pc in April 2024

Bengaluru, May 01 (UNI) TVS Motor Company has registered a growth of 25 per cent with sales increasing from 306,224 units in April 2023 to 383,615 units in April 2024.

#TVS Motor Company registers sales growth of 25 pc in April 2024

Adani Wilmar Food & FMCG segment reaches milestone of almost INR 5,000 Cr in FY’24, and nearly doubles in 2 years

Ahmedabad, May 01 (UNI) Adani Wilmar’s sales volume continued to grow well, witnessing strong volume growth in both edible oils and foods businesses during the quarter and for the full year, driven by increased retail penetration.

#Adani Wilmar Food & FMCG segment reaches milestone of almost INR 5 #000 Cr in FY’24 # and nearly doubles in 2 years

Ambuja Cement net up 100 pc in Q4; Company recommends dividend of Rs 2 per share

New Delhi, May 1 (UNI) Ambuja Cement, part of Adani Group, on Wednesday announced doubling of net profit at Rs 1526 crore during Q4 (January-March) period of 2023-24 compared to Rs 763 crore in the same period in 2022-23.

#Ambuja Cement net up 100 pc in Q4; Company recommends dividend of Rs 2 per share

24 dead after road collapse in S China's Guangdong

Guangdong, May 1 (UNI) The death toll has risen to 24 after part of an expressway collapsed in south China''s Guangdong Province, causing 20 vehicles to plunge, on early Wednesday morning, local authorities said.

#24 dead after road collapse in S China's Guangdong

Reggie Miller, Predrag Stojakovic selected into 2024 FIBA Hall of Fame

Mies, Switzerland, May 1 (UNI) The International Basketball Federation (FIBA) has revealed its Hall of Fame Class of 2024, featuring basketball luminaries such as Reggie Miller and Predrag Stojakovic.

#Reggie Miller # Predrag Stojakovic selected into 2024 FIBA Hall of Fame

IndiaMART achieves 21 pc yr-on-yr growth in consolidated revenue in FY24

Mumbai/New Delhi, May 1 (UNI) IndiaMART InterMESH Limited has announced its financial results for the full year and fourth quarter ending March 31, 2024, reporting consolidated revenue from operations of Rs. 315 crore as compared to Rs. 269 crore in the corresponding quarter of last year, representing a growth of 17%.

#IndiaMART achieves 21 pc yr-on-yr growth in consolidated revenue in FY24

TN: 4 killed in major explosion at stone quarry
Virudhunagar (Tamil Nadu) May 1 (UNI) In a tragic incident, four workers were killed and eight others seriously injured, when a powerful explosion ripped apart a store room at a private blue metal quarry in this southern district of Tamil Nadu on Wednesday.
#TN: 4 killed in major explosion at stone quarry

Police booked 145 drug peddlers, recovered drugs worth Rs 1.88 cr in J&K’s Baramulla
Srinagar, May 1 (UNI) Police have arrested 145 drug peddlers and recovered contraband substances worth Rs 1.88 crore from them during this year in Jammu and Kashmir’s Baramulla district.
#Police booked 145 drug peddlers #recovered drugs worth Rs 1.88 cr in J&K’s Baramulla

3.4 mag earthquake jolts J&K’s Kishtwar
Jammu, May 1 (UNI) Panic triggered when a low intensity earthquake hit the hilly parts of Kishtwar district of Jammu and Kashmir, an official said on Wednesday.
#3.4 mag earthquake jolts J&K’s Kishtwar

BJP got Rs 1,400 cr donation from gambling companies through electoral bonds, alleges Congress leader

Satara, Apr 30 (UNI) Former Maharashtra chief minister and senior Congress leader, Prithviraj Chavan, on Tuesday made a startling allegation that Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) has got Rs 1,400 crore as donation from gambling companies through electoral bonds.

#BJP got Rs 1 #400 cr donation from gambling companies through electoral bonds # alleges Congress leader

RINL-VSP CMD releases annual training calendar for 2024–25

Visakhapatnam, April 30 (UNI) Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Ltd (RINL)-Vizag Steel Plant (VSP) Chairman and Managing Director Atul Bhatt released the annual training calendar (April''24 to March''25) for the year 2024–25 at the Learning and Development Centre (L&DC) of Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, here on Tuesday.

#RINL-VSP CMD releases annual training calendar for 2024–25

Suven Raha retains post of president at CSJC's AGM for 2024-25

Kolkata, Apr 30 (UNI) The members of the Calcutta Sports Journalists
Club (CSJC) on Tuesday reelected Suven Raha of Dainik Sambad
as the president for 2024-25 at an annual general meeting at the club
tent premises at the Maidan in the city.

#Suven Raha retains post of president at CSJC's AGM for 2024-25

Jofra Archer returns as England announces squad for ICC Men''s T20 World Cup 2024
London, April 30 (UNI) After months of anticipation and speculation, England has unveiled its squad for the upcoming ICC Men''s T20 World Cup 2024, with the notable inclusion of fast bowler Jofra Archer marking his return to international cricket after a prolonged absence due to injury.
#Jofra Archer returns as England announces squad for ICC Men''s T20 World Cup 2024

Jofra Archer returns as England announces squad for ICC Men''s T20 World Cup 2024
London, April 30 (UNI) After months of anticipation and speculation, England has unveiled its squad for the upcoming ICC Men''s T20 World Cup 2024, with the notable inclusion of fast bowler Jofra Archer marking his return to international cricket after a prolonged absence due to injury.
#Jofra Archer returns as England announces squad for ICC Men''s T20 World Cup 2024

Boy killed, 4 others injured in London stabbing attack

London, Ap 30 (UNI) A 13-year-old boy died and four others were injured after a man wielding a sword attacked members of the public and police officers in Hainault, east London, on Tuesday.

#Boy killed # 4 others injured in London stabbing attack

India''s core sector comprising of eight key infrastructure components grew 5.2% year-on-year in March, 2024: Govt data

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#India''s core sector comprising of eight key infrastructure components grew 5.2% year-on-year in March #2024: Govt data

REC net up 34 pc in Q4; Full year dividend at Rs 16 per share

New Delhi, Apr 30 (UNI): State owned non-banking finance company REC limited, under Ministry of Power, on Tuesday reported 34 per cent jump in net profit at Rs 4,016 crore during the Q4 (January-March) of 2023-24 compared to Rs 3,001 crore in the same period of 2022-23.

#REC net up 34 pc in Q4; Full year dividend at Rs 16 per share

Spandana’s Q4FY24 net profit rises 22 pc to Rs 129 cr

Hyderabad, April 30 (UNI) Spandana Sphoorty Financial Limited (“Spandana”), a rural-focused non-banking financial company and a microfinance lender, posted a 22 percent increase in net profit to Rs 129 crore for the quarter that ended March 31, 2024, as against Rs 106 crore in the corresponding quarter in the previous year.

#Spandana’s Q4FY24 net profit rises 22 pc to Rs 129 cr

India announces squad for ICC Men''s T20 World Cup 2024
Mumbai, April 30 (UNI) The anticipation surrounding India’s campaign in the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 has reached a crescendo as the Senior Selection Committee revealed the nation’s 15-member squad for the prestigious tournament. Scheduled to be hosted in the West Indies and the USA, the tournament promises exhilarating cricketing action.
#India announces squad for ICC Men''s T20 World Cup 2024

India announces squad for ICC Men''s T20 World Cup 2024
Mumbai, April 30 (UNI) The anticipation surrounding India’s campaign in the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 has reached a crescendo as the Senior Selection Committee revealed the nation’s 15-member squad for the prestigious tournament. Scheduled to be hosted in the West Indies and the USA, the tournament promises exhilarating cricketing action.
#India announces squad for ICC Men''s T20 World Cup 2024

BJP''s ''400 Paar'' Gambit: Nadda fires up base, aims at divisive opposition
Shivamogga, April 30 (UNI) Addressing a section of the media here on Tuesday, BJP National President JP Nadda expressed unwavering confidence in BJP-led NDA''s electoral prospects, underlining Prime Minister Narendra Modi''s leadership. Nadda projected a comfortable majority of ''chaar sau paar'' for the coalition in the upcoming elections, a statement indicative of their optimism.
#BJP''s ''400 Paar'' Gambit: Nadda fires up base #aims at divisive opposition

JK : Government not learnt any lessons from 2014 Kashmir floods: Omar Abdullah
Srinagar, Apr 30 (UNI) National Conference Vice President Omar Abdullah on Tuesday said the government has not learnt any lesson from the 2014 devastating floods.
#JK : Government not learnt any lessons from 2014 Kashmir floods: Omar Abdullah

Star Health Insurance records PAT growth of 37 pc to Rs 845 Cr in FY24

Kolkata, Apr 30 (ZUNI) Star Health and Allied Insurance Company Ltd. (Star Health Insurance), market leader in retail health insurance, on Tuesday announced robust financial result for its Q4 and FY2024, reporting a record profit of Rs 845 Cr, up 37 per cent and an increase of 18 per cent in Gross Written Premium (GWP) to Rs 15,254 Cr.

#Star Health Insurance records PAT growth of 37 pc to Rs 845 Cr in FY24

4 Indian fishermen injured in mid-sea attack by suspected SL pirates
Nagapattinam (Tamil Nadu), April 30 (UNI) Four Indian fishermen sustained injuries, one of them grievously in an attack by suspected Sri Lankan pirates when they were fishing at mid sea.
#4 Indian fishermen injured in mid-sea attack by suspected SL pirates

About 4.68 lakh Android and 3520 iOS users download Metro ride Kolkata App

Kolkata, Apr 30 (UNI) ‘Metro Ride Kolkata App’ has touched another
milestone as 4.68 lakh Android and 3520 iOS users have downloaded this
App so far,
Kolkata Metro said on Tuesday.

#About 4.68 lakh Android and 3520 iOS users download Metro ride Kolkata App

Brazil surpasses record 4 mln cases of dengue

Sao Paulo, April 30 (UNI) Brazil has surpassed a record 4 million cases of dengue in 2024, the highest number ever registered for the mosquito-borne disease, the Ministry of Health said Monday.

#Brazil surpasses record 4 mln cases of dengue

IOC promises innovation at Paris 2024 with help of AI
Geneva, April 30 (UNI) The International Olympic Committee announced Monday that the 2024 Paris Olympic and Paralympic Games will provide immersive and interactive on-site experiences with the help of AI-driven technologies.
#IOC promises innovation at Paris 2024 with help of AI

Security forces gun down 4 terrorists in NW Pakistan

Islamabad, April 29 (UNI) Four terrorists were killed in a clash with government security forces in Khyber district of Pakistan''s northwestern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province on Monday, the army said in a statement.

#Security forces gun down 4 terrorists in NW Pakistan

Snowfall in Lahaul Spiti district: 44 major and two NH close

Shimla, Apr 29 (UNI) Himachal Pradesh experienced intermittent rain and snowfall disrupting vehicular traffic in the Snowbound Lahaul Spiti district.

#Snowfall in Lahaul Spiti district: 44 major and two NH close

4 killed in road accident in Cameroon's commercial hub

Yaoundé, April 29 (UNI) At least four people were killed in a road accident overnight into Monday in Cameroon''s commercial hub of Douala, according to local authorities and witnesses.

#4 killed in road accident in Cameroon's commercial hub

PNB Housing Finance net profit up 57 pc to Rs 439cr in Q4

New Delhi, April 29 (UNI) PNB Housing Finance on Monday reported 57.27 per cent year-on-year jump in consolidated net profit at Rs 439.25 crore for January-March quarter (Q4) of the financial year 2023-24.

#PNB Housing Finance net profit up 57 pc to Rs 439cr in Q4

Cambodia tests 56,445 civil servants for drugs: PM

Phnom Penh, April 29 (UNI) Cambodia has so far conducted drug tests on 56,445 civil servants as part of the kingdom''s anti-drug campaign, Prime Minister Hun Manet said on Monday.

#Cambodia tests 56 #445 civil servants for drugs: PM

Sensex jumps 941.12 points
Mumbai, April 29 (UNI) The BSE Sensex on Monday posted massive gains of 941.12 points to close strong at 74671.28 following the gains of Bankex, Oil and Gas, Financial Services, and Utilities stocks.
#Sensex jumps 941.12 points

At least 40 killed as dam bursts in Kenya amid heavy downpour
Nakuru, Kenya, April 29 (UNI) At least 40 people have been confirmed dead, with several others still missing, after a dam burst in a town north of the Kenyan capital Nairobi, following heavy rains across the country, local police said Monday.
#At least 40 killed as dam bursts in Kenya amid heavy downpour

India Inc revenue growth likely moderated to 4-6 pc in Q4: CRISIL
New Delhi, April 29 (UNI) India Inc likely logged a 4-6% revenue growth in January-March quarter (Q4) of financial year 2023-24 marking the slowest quarterly growth since recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic, research and rating firm CRISIL said in a report on Monday.
#India Inc revenue growth likely moderated to 4-6 pc in Q4: CRISIL

LS election :Cong announces names of 4 more candidates from Punjab

Jalandhar, April 29 (UNI) The Congress party on Monday released another list of 4 candidates from Punjab for the Lok Sabha election scheduled to be held on June 1.

#LS election :Cong announces names of 4 more candidates from Punjab

Punjab: 48 kg heroin worth Rs 240 crore seized in Jalandhar, 3 held
Jalandhar, April 29 (UNI) Jalandhar Commissionerate police achieved a big success in cracking an international drug syndicate and seized 48 kg heroin worth Rs 240 crore and Rs 21 lakh drug money.
#Punjab: 48 kg heroin worth Rs 240 crore seized in Jalandhar #3 held

Four killed, 4 injured as autorickshaw collides with lorry in AP
Amalapuram (Andhra Pradesh), Apr 29 (UNI) In a ghastly road accident, four youths were killed and four others injured when the autorickshaw in which they were travelling collided with a lorry at Bhatnavilli village in Amalapuram Rural mandal of Konaseema district in the wee hours on Monday.
#Four killed #4 injured as autorickshaw collides with lorry in AP

Odisha: Poll notification for 6 LS, 42 Assembly seats issued
Bhubaneswar, April 29 (UNI) The Election Commission of India issued a notification on Monday for elections in six Lok Sabha and 42 Assembly seats in Odisha in the third phase in the state that will see a total polling in four phases.
#Odisha: Poll notification for 6 LS #42 Assembly seats issued

At 4.45 pc Bengaluru's Rental Yield highest in Q1 2024

Hyderabad, April 29 (UNI) With a steep rise in rental housing demand in the top cities, average rental values have soared and rental yields - the annual ROI investors earn from capital invested in a property - have been heading steadily north, according to the latest ANAROCK data.

#At 4.45 pc Bengaluru's Rental Yield highest in Q1 2024

Russian strikes kill 14 foreign fighters in Mykolaiv - Source

Donetsk, April 29 (UNI) Strike launched by Russia on Sunday at hotels in Mykolaiv (Nikolaev), known for housing foreign fighters hired by Ukraine, left 14 mercenaries dead and another eight injured, a source on the ground told Sputnik.

#Russian strikes kill 14 foreign fighters in Mykolaiv - Source

14 killed in bus crash in central Mexico
Mexico City, April 29 (UNI) At least 14 people were killed and 31 others injured when a bus overturned in Malinalco, the central Mexico state, local Mexican security secretariat said on Sunday.
#14 killed in bus crash in central Mexico

Turkish security forces detain 147 PKK suspects

Ankara, April 29 (UNI) Turkish police and gendarmerie teams detained 147 suspected members of the outlawed Kurdistan Workers'' Party (PKK), the country''s Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya said Sunday.

#Turkish security forces detain 147 PKK suspects

4 killed after tornadoes hit Oklahoma
Houston, April 29 (UNI) At least four people have been killed since Saturday night when multiple large tornadoes began to hit southern central U.S. state Oklahoma, Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt said Sunday at a news conference.
#4 killed after tornadoes hit Oklahoma

4 killed in Brazil bus accident
Sao Paulo, April 29 (UNI) At least four people were killed and another 32 injured after a tourist bus overturned in southeast Brazil, the local fire department reported Sunday.
#4 killed in Brazil bus accident

LS Poll-related seizure in Telangana crosses Rs 104 Cr in 13-days

Hyderabad, April 28 (UNI) The Telangana police, during its enforcement drive to implement the Model Code of Conduct for Lok Sabha elections, seized Rs. 104.18 crores worth of cash, liquor, precious metals, narcotics, drugs, and freebies from April 16, 2024, in the state.

#LS Poll-related seizure in Telangana crosses Rs 104 Cr in 13-days

At least 14 killed in bus crash in central Mexico
Mexico City, April 28 (UNI) At least 14 people were killed and 31 others injured when a bus overturned in Malinalco, the central Mexico state, local Mexican security secretariat said on Sunday.
#At least 14 killed in bus crash in central Mexico

Palestinian death toll in Gaza rises to 34,454

Gaza, April 28 (UNI) The Palestinian death toll in the Gaza Strip from ongoing Israeli attacks has risen to 34,454, the Hamas-run Health Ministry said on Sunday.

#Palestinian death toll in Gaza rises to 34 #454

Kenyan athletes triumph at TCS World 10K Bengaluru 2024
Bengaluru, April 28 (UNI) The 16th edition of the Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) World 10K Bengaluru here on Sunday witnessed a display of exceptional athleticism as Kenyan runners, Peter Mwaniki and Lilian Kasait, claimed victory in the men''s and women''s categories respectively.
#Kenyan athletes triumph at TCS World 10K Bengaluru 2024

Kenyan athletes triumph at TCS World 10K Bengaluru 2024
Bengaluru, April 28 (UNI) The 16th edition of the Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) World 10K Bengaluru here on Sunday witnessed a display of exceptional athleticism as Kenyan runners, Peter Mwaniki and Lilian Kasait, claimed victory in the men''s and women''s categories respectively.
#Kenyan athletes triumph at TCS World 10K Bengaluru 2024

Avalanche warning in 4 districts of Kashmir
Srinagar, April 28 (UNI) Amid inclement weather, Jammu and Kashmir Disaster Management Authority (JKDMA) on Sunday issued an avalanche warning in the higher reaches of four districts of Kashmir valley during the next 24 hours, officials said.
#Avalanche warning in 4 districts of Kashmir

Paris 2024 Olympic flame begins journey to France
Athens, April 28 (UNI) The Olympic flame for Paris 2024 began its journey from Greece''s Piraeus port to France on Saturday on board the French ship Belem.
#Paris 2024 Olympic flame begins journey to France

Paris 2024 Olympic flame begins journey to France
Athens, April 28 (UNI) The Olympic flame for Paris 2024 began its journey from Greece''s Piraeus port to France on Saturday on board the French ship Belem.
#Paris 2024 Olympic flame begins journey to France

14 injured in Israeli airstrike on S. Lebanon
Beirut, April 28 (UNI) At least 14 people were injured on Saturday in an Israeli airstrike on Lebanon''s southern town of Sarbin, Lebanese military sources told Xinhua.
#14 injured in Israeli airstrike on S. Lebanon

IDFC First Bank Q4 net profit plunges 10 pc to Rs 724 crore
New Delhi, April 27 (UNI) IDFC FIRST Bank on Saturday reported 9.83% year-on-year decline in net profit for January-March quarter (Q4) of financial year 2023-24.
#IDFC First Bank Q4 net profit plunges 10 pc to Rs 724 crore

Indian women’s team start Uber Cup campaign with a assertive 4-1 win over Canada

New Delhi, April 27 (UNI) Asian champions India kicked off their Uber Cup campaign with a dominating 4-1 win over Canada in the Group A encounter at Chengdu, China on Saturday.

#Indian women’s team start Uber Cup campaign with a assertive 4-1 win over Canada

ICICI Bank profit in Q4 jumps 17 pc to Rs 10,707 crore

New Delhi, April 27 (UNI) Private lender ICICI Bank on Saturday reported 17.38% year-on-year jump in standalone net profit at Rs 10,707.53 crore for January-March quarter (Q4) of the financial year 2023-24.

#ICICI Bank profit in Q4 jumps 17 pc to Rs 10 #707 crore

Monarchy continued in J&K even after Maharaja’s era ended in 1947: Altaf Bukhari
Srinagar, April 27 (UNI) Apni Party President Altaf Bukhari on Saturday said that the regional parties and their leaders established their own form of monarchy in Jammu and Kashmir after the end of Maharaja’s rule in 1947.
#Monarchy continued in J&K even after Maharaja’s era ended in 1947: Altaf Bukhari

Hyd : Microsoft-ByteXL led 2-day HackXcelerate 2024 ends in Hyderabad

Hyderabad, Apr 27 (UNI) The two-day Microsoft-ByteXL-Led hackathon titled ‘HackXcelerate 2024’ ended here on Saturday with the announcement of the winning teams.

#Hyd : Microsoft-ByteXL led 2-day HackXcelerate 2024 ends in Hyderabad

Landslide kills 4 in east Afghanistan

Kabul, April 27 (UNI) At least four people died following a landslide in eastern Afghanistan''s Laghman province, spokesman for the Ministry of Interior Mufti Abdul Mateen Qani said Saturday.

#Landslide kills 4 in east Afghanistan

4 drown in river in southern Myanmar

Yangon, April 27 (UNI) Four teenagers drowned in Ayeyarwady River in southern Myanmar''s Ayeyarwady Region on Saturday, the Myanmar Fire Services Department reported.

#4 drown in river in southern Myanmar

Republic First Bank closed as first U.S. bank failing in 2024

Washington, April 27 (UNI) Republic First Bank, a regional lender operating in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York, has been closed by Pennsylvania state regulators, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) said in a statement on Friday.

#Republic First Bank closed as first U.S. bank failing in 2024

Telangana: ACB arrests Irrigation official for accepting Rs 4 lac bribe

Hyderabad, Apr 27 (UNI) : A Deputy Executive engineer of irrigation Department here was held by Anti-corruption Bureau after he demanded Rs 5 lakhs and accepted Rs 4 lakh bribe from a builder for clearing No Objection Certificate (NOC) permission file for construction of commercial building situated at Shanthi Nagar in Medchal-Malkajgiri district.

#Telangana: ACB arrests Irrigation official for accepting Rs 4 lac bribe

Palestinian death toll in Gaza rises to 34,388

Gaza, April 27 (UNI) The Palestinian death toll in the Gaza Strip from ongoing Israeli attacks has risen to 34,388, the Hamas-run Health Ministry said on Saturday.

#Palestinian death toll in Gaza rises to 34 #388

Paris 2024 Olympic flame begins journey to France

Athens, April 27 (UNI) The Olympic flame for Paris 2024 began its journey from Greece''s Piraeus port to France on Saturday on board the French ship Belem.

#Paris 2024 Olympic flame begins journey to France

Ukraine says 4 thermal power plants under Russian attack
Kiev, April 27 (UNI) Four thermal power plants (TPP) of Ukraine''s largest private energy company DTEK were hit during overnight missile attacks by Russia, the company said in a press release on Saturday.
#Ukraine says 4 thermal power plants under Russian attack

Greece hands over Olympic Flame to Paris 2024 Games organizers

Athens, April 27 (UNI) The Olympic Flame burning for the Paris 2024 Summer Games was handed over to the French organizers in a ceremony held at the Panathenaic stadium in Athens.

#Greece hands over Olympic Flame to Paris 2024 Games organizers

J&K: 24x7 kitchen operational to support families near Ramban land sinking camp site
Jammu, April 27 (UNI) A day after 50 houses, power infrastructure, and road connectivity were damaged, the administration has established a 24x7 operational kitchen to support the families near the land sinking site at village Pernote in the Ramban district of Jammu and Kashmir.
#J&K: 24x7 kitchen operational to support families near Ramban land sinking camp site

Mumbai: After scrutiny of candidature applications, 369 applications valid out of 447

Mumbai, April 27 (UNI) Maharashtra Chief Electoral Officer office of the state has informed that the applications of 369 out of 447 candidates for fourth phase election in the 11 Lok Sabha constituencies of the state have been validated.

#Mumbai: After scrutiny of candidature applications #369 applications valid out of 447

Palestinian death toll in Gaza rises to 34,356 amid Israel''s Rafah operation concerns
Gaza, April 27 (UNI) The Palestinian death toll in the Gaza Strip from ongoing Israeli attacks has risen to 34,356, the Hamas-run Health Ministry said on Friday.
#Palestinian death toll in Gaza rises to 34 #356 amid Israel''s Rafah operation concerns

4 killed in drone attack on gas field in N. Iraq
Baghdad, April 27 (UNI) Four people were killed on Friday in a drone attack on a gas field in Iraq''s Kurdistan region, prompting condemnation from both regional and federal authorities.
#4 killed in drone attack on gas field in N. Iraq

Around 54.86 pc votes polled in 2nd phase of LS poll in UP

Lucknow, Apr 26 (UNI) Approximately 54.86 per cent of more than over 1.67 crore voters in Uttar Pradesh exercised their franchise in the second phase of Lok Sabha elections held amidst tight security on Friday, poll officer said here.

#Around 54.86 pc votes polled in 2nd phase of LS poll in UP

Around 64.07 pc votes polled for 13 Rajasthan seats

Jaipur, April 26 (UNI) Around 64.07 percent of 2.80 crore voters exercised their franchise in 13 parliamentary constituencies in the second and final phase of Lok Sabha polls in Rajasthan amid tight security arrangements on Friday.

#Around 64.07 pc votes polled for 13 Rajasthan seats

AP: PM Modi to address public meeting at Rajahmundry on May 4
Kakinada, Apr 26(UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a part of the election campaign will be addressing a public meeting at Rajahmundry on May 4,
official sources said.
#AP: PM Modi to address public meeting at Rajahmundry on May 4

Gunmen kill 4 fishermen in Cameroon's Far North region

Yaoundé, April 26 (UNI) Gunmen have killed at least four fishermen in a raid at a river in Waza, situated in Lake Chad in Cameroon''s Far North Region, local and security sources said on Friday.

#Gunmen kill 4 fishermen in Cameroon's Far North region

Kerala records 69.04 pc voter turnout till 6:45 pm
Thiruvananthapuram, April 26 (UNI) Kerala recorded 69.04 percent polling till 6.45 pm, even as long queues were witnessed in several booths in all the 20 Lok Sabha constituencies indicating that that polling percentage can cross 72 percent.
#Kerala records 69.04 pc voter turnout till 6:45 pm

Hyd: Telangana to be One Trillion economy by 2047: CII Telangana Chairman

Hyderabad, Apr 26 (UNI) Telangana state aims for a USD One Trillion( Rs 85 lakh crore) GSDP by 2047, said Telangana CII Chairman Sai D Prasad here on Friday.

#Hyd: Telangana to be One Trillion economy by 2047: CII Telangana Chairman

Around 52.74 pc votes polled for 8 seats in UP till 3 pm
Lucknow, April 26 (UNI) Approximately 52.74 percent of over 1.67 crore voters in Uttar Pradesh cast their votes till 5 p.m. on Friday, registering the lowest turnout in Mathura, where legendary Bollywood actress Hema Malini is seeking reelection.
#Around 52.74 pc votes polled for 8 seats in UP till 3 pm

Around 43 pc votes polled in 8 LS seats of Maha till 1500 hours
Mumbai, Apr 26 (UNI) An estimated 43.01 per cent of over 1.49 crore voters in eight Lok Sabha constituencies of Vidarbha and Marathwada regions in Maharashtra cast their votes in the second phase of polling till 1500 hours on Friday.
#Around 43 pc votes polled in 8 LS seats of Maha till 1500 hours

Maruti Suzuki net profit surges 48 pc to Rs 3,878 crore in Q4
New Delhi, April 26 (UNI) On the back of solid volume growth, the country''s largest carmaker Maruti Suzuki on Friday reported 47.80% jump in standalone net profit at Rs 3,877.8 crore for January-March period (Q4) of financial year 2023-24.
#Maruti Suzuki net profit surges 48 pc to Rs 3 #878 crore in Q4

44.24 pc polling till 3 PM in second phase of Lok Sabha election

in Bihar
Patna, Apr 26 (UNI) An estimated 44.24 per cent of 93,96,298 electorate exercised their franchise till 3 PM during
second phase Lok Sabha election in five seats in Bihar.

#44.24 pc polling till 3 PM in second phase of Lok Sabha election

Yuvraj Singh named ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 Ambassador
Dubai, April 26 (UNI) The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Friday announced India legend Yuvraj Singh as an ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 Ambassador, with just 36 days to go until the pinnacle global event for T20 cricket gets underway.
#Yuvraj Singh named ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 Ambassador

Yuvraj Singh named ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 Ambassador
Dubai, April 26 (UNI) The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Friday announced India legend Yuvraj Singh as an ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 Ambassador, with just 36 days to go until the pinnacle global event for T20 cricket gets underway.
#Yuvraj Singh named ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 Ambassador

Shriram Finance net jumps 57 pc to Rs 2,021 cr in Q4

New Delhi, April 26 (UNI) Shriram Finance on Friday reported 56.91% year-on-year jump in consolidated net profit at Rs 2,021.28 crore for the January-March period (Q4) of financial year 2023-24.

#Shriram Finance net jumps 57 pc to Rs 2 #021 cr in Q4

Around 44.13 pc votes polled for 8 seats in UP till 3 PM
Lucknow, Apr 26 (UNI) An estimated 44.13 per cent of over 1.67 crore voters in Uttar Pradesh cast their votes in the six hours of polling on Friday with Mathura registering the lowest turnout.
#Around 44.13 pc votes polled for 8 seats in UP till 3 PM

54.26 pc turnout at 1 PM in Manipur
Imphal, Apr 26 (UNI) Outer Manipur recorded 54.26 per cent polling till 1 PM on Friday.
#54.26 pc turnout at 1 PM in Manipur

Around 47.29 pc polling in three LS seats in Bengal till 1 PM
Kolkata, Apr 26 (UNI) An estimated 47.29 per cent of over 51,17,955 electorate exercised their franchise in the second phase election to three Lok Sabha seats of Darjeeling, Balurghat and Raiganj in North Bengal districts till 1 PM on Friday.
#Around 47.29 pc polling in three LS seats in Bengal till 1 PM

S. Korea to miss Olympics 1st time in 40 years after U23 Asian Cup quarters elimination
Doha, April 26 (UNI) Indonesia triumphed over South Korea in a dramatic 12-round penalty shootout after the match ended 2-2 in regular time, during the U23 AFC Asian Cup quarterfinal.
#S. Korea to miss Olympics 1st time in 40 years after U23 Asian Cup quarters elimination

S. Korea to miss Olympics 1st time in 40 years after U23 Asian Cup quarters elimination
Doha, April 26 (UNI) Indonesia triumphed over South Korea in a dramatic 12-round penalty shootout after the match ended 2-2 in regular time, during the U23 AFC Asian Cup quarterfinal.
#S. Korea to miss Olympics 1st time in 40 years after U23 Asian Cup quarters elimination

Rajasthan: 40.39 pc voter turnout till 1 pm
Jaipur, April 26 (UNI) Around 40.39 per cent of 2.80 crore voters exercised their franchise in the first six hours of Lok Sabha elections from 13 seats of Rajasthan amid tight security arrangements on Friday.
#Rajasthan: 40.39 pc voter turnout till 1 pm

Over 42.88 pc voter turnout till 1 pm in Jammu-Reasi
Jammu, April 26 (UNI) With 52.68 per cent voting, Reasi segment showed highest turnout till 1 pm in the Jammu-Reasi Parliamentary Constituency that recorded an overall 42.88 per cent voting in the Phase-2 of the Lok Sabha polls with 17.8 lakh voters deciding the fate of 22 candidates.
#Over 42.88 pc voter turnout till 1 pm in Jammu-Reasi

Rajasthan records over 40 pc voter turnout till 1 pm
Jaipur, April 26 (UNI) Over 40 percent voter turnout was recorded in the second phase of Lok Sabha elections in Rajasthan until 1 p.m. on Friday.
#Rajasthan records over 40 pc voter turnout till 1 pm

Odisha: 39 candidates file nominations for 4 LS seats, 266 for 28 Assembly seats
Bhubaneswar, Apr 26 (UNI) Altogether, 39 candidates have filed nomination papers for four Lok Sabha seats, and 266 candidates have submitted nomination papers for 28 Assembly seats in Odisha, going to the polls on May 13.
#Odisha: 39 candidates file nominations for 4 LS seats #266 for 28 Assembly seats

S Korean president's approval rating rises to 24 per cent: poll

Seoul, April 26 (UNI) South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol''s approval rating rose 1 percentage point over the week to 24 percent this week, a weekly poll showed Friday.

#S Korean president's approval rating rises to 24 per cent: poll

4 collapse and die in Kerala during LS polls
Palakkad (Kerala), April 26 (UNI) In separate incidents across Kerala on Friday four people, including a booth agent, collapsed and died during the Lok Sabha polls. The deaths were reported in Ottapalam of Palakkad, Kuttichira in Kozhikode, Kakkazham in Alappuzha, and Tirur in Malappuram district.
#4 collapse and die in Kerala during LS polls

Shimla: IMD issues Orange & Yellow alerts for next 4-days

Shimla, April 26 (UNI) India Meteorological Centre, Shimla, issued an orange and yellow alert in the state, forecasting snowfall and rain from April 26 to 29, 2024.

#Shimla: IMD issues Orange & Yellow alerts for next 4-days

UP: Approx 24.31 votes polled for 8 seats till 11 am
Lucknow, April 26 (UNI) Approximately 24.31 per cent of over 1.67 crore voters in Uttar Pradesh cast their votes in the first four hours of polling on Friday registering lowest turnout in Mathura, where legendary Bollywood actress Hema Malini is seeking reelection.
#UP: Approx 24.31 votes polled for 8 seats till 11 am

UP: Approx 24.31 votes polled for 8 seats till 11 am
Lucknow, April 26 (UNI) Approximately 24.31 per cent of over 1.67 crore voters in Uttar Pradesh cast their votes in the first two hours of polling on Friday registering lowest turnout in Mathura, where legendary Bollywood actress Hema Malini is seeking reelection.
#UP: Approx 24.31 votes polled for 8 seats till 11 am

UP: 4 killed, 4 injured as SUV rams into culvert
Rae Bareli (UP), April 26 (UNI) Four people were killed and four others injured when an SUV rammed into a culvert in Mill Area of Rae Bareli district here in Uttar Pradesh, police sources said on Friday.
#UP: 4 killed #4 injured as SUV rams into culvert

Manipur: Around 14.50 pc voter turnout till 9 am
Imphal, April 26 (UNI) Around 14.50 pc of 4.84 lakh voters in Outer Manipur exercised their franchise in the first two hours of Lok Sabha elections across eight districts till 9 am on Friday.
#Manipur: Around 14.50 pc voter turnout till 9 am

9.84 pc polling in Bihar till 9 am
Patna, April 26 (UNI) An estimated 9.84 per cent of 93,96,298 voters exercised their franchise in first two hours during second phase of Lok Sabha elections in five seats in Bihar.
#9.84 pc polling in Bihar till 9 am

Maha votes 7.45 pc in 2 hours on 8 seats
Mumbai, April 26 (UNI) Around 7.45 per cent of 1.49 crore voters cast their votes till 9 am across eight Lok Sabha constituencies in Vidharbha and Marathwada region of Maharashtra in the second phase of polling, poll officials said.
#Maha votes 7.45 pc in 2 hours on 8 seats

Maha: Five Mahayuti candidates file nominations for 4th phase of LS polls

Mumbai, Apr 25 (UNI) Five candidates of Mahayuti filed the nomination papers in different parts of Maharashtra on last day of filing of nominations on Thursday for the fourth phase of the Lok Sabha elections scheduled to be held in mid-May.

#Maha: Five Mahayuti candidates file nominations for 4th phase of LS polls

Meghalaya police recovers 340 anti-aircraft ammunition

Shillong, April 25 (UNI) Meghalaya police have recovered live anti-aircraft ammunition from a forest in South Garo Hills district on Thursday morning.

#Meghalaya police recovers 340 anti-aircraft ammunition

Uganda cricket team in Sri Lanka ahead of 2024 ICC T20 Men's World Cup

Kampala, April 25 (UNI) Uganda''s cricket team will pitch camp and intensify their training program in Sri Lanka ahead of the International Cricket Council (ICC) T20 Men''s World Cup.

#Uganda cricket team in Sri Lanka ahead of 2024 ICC T20 Men's World Cup

Tech Mahindra net at Rs 661 crore in Q4; Company gives dividend of Rs 28 per share

New Delhi, April 25 (UNI) Mahindra Group company Tech Mahindra, a technology consulting and digital solutions provider, on Thursday reported about 41 per cent decline in net profit at Rs 661 crore year-on-year basis for the fourth quarter ended March 31, 2024.

#Tech Mahindra net at Rs 661 crore in Q4; Company gives dividend of Rs 28 per share

Indusind Bank net up 15 pc in Q4
New Delhi, April 25 (UNI) Leading private bank Indusind on Thursday reported a 15 percent jump in net profit at Rs 2,349 crore in Q4 of FY 2023–24, compared to Rs 2,043 crore in the same quarter in 2022–23.
#Indusind Bank net up 15 pc in Q4

Property of 4 Pak-based militant handlers attached in J&K's Handwara

Srinagar, April 25 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir Police have attached the properties of four militant handlers in Handwara after a court declared them proclaimed offenders.

#Property of 4 Pak-based militant handlers attached in J&K's Handwara

ACC net jumps 300 pc to Rs 945 cr in Q4; Dividend at Rs 7.50 per share

New Delhi, April 25 (UNI) Adani Group Company ACC Limited (ACC), a cement and building materials company, today announced a 300 percent jump in net profit to Rs 945 crore during the fourth quarter of 2023–24, up from Rs 236 crore in the same quarter last year.

#ACC net jumps 300 pc to Rs 945 cr in Q4; Dividend at Rs 7.50 per share

Surge in shipments to WANA, CIS countries push engineering exports in FY24 : EEPC India

Kolkata, Apr 25 (UNI) Primarily on the back of a surge in shipments to West Asia and North Africa (WANA), North East Asia, and CIS countries, annual engineering goods exports from India turned positive in fiscal 2023-24.

#Surge in shipments to WANA # CIS countries push engineering exports in FY24 : EEPC India

Godrej & Boyce contributes to India’s energy transition initiatives; Undertakes orders worth 1000 Cr plus in FY’24

Mumbai, Apr 25 (UNI) Godrej Electricals & Electronics, a business unit of Godrej & Boyce, has announced the acquisition of orders worth Rs 1000 Cr plus in FY24 for their Power Infrastructure business.

#Godrej & Boyce contributes to India’s energy transition initiatives; Undertakes orders worth 1000 Cr plus in FY’24

Sensex surges 486.50 pts
Mumbai, April 25 (UNI) Extending its winning streak for the fifth consecutive day in a row, the BSE Sensex rallied 486.50 points to close high at 74,339.44 on the strength of services, metal, power, and auto stocks amid a strong Asian market.
#Sensex surges 486.50 pts

HP : BJP will achieve target of crossing 400 seats: Avinash Rai Khanna

Kangra Apr 25 (UNI)Himachal Pradesh BJP state in-charge Avinash Rai Khanna said the Party''s target of crossing 400 seats in the ongoing general elections will be achieved by the Panna Pramukhs as the party has a strong organization in the whole country and is working in 8000 booths in Himachal Pradesh.

#HP : BJP will achieve target of crossing 400 seats: Avinash Rai Khanna

Vedanta net down 27 pc in Q4

Mumbai, Apr 25 (UNI) Indian mining company Vedanta, with its operations in iron ore, aluminium, zinc, oil and gas, on Thursday reported 27 per cent dip in net profit at Rs 2,273 crore for the fourth quarter (January-March) of FY 24 from Rs 3,132 crore in same period a year ago.

#Vedanta net down 27 pc in Q4

450,000 stimulant tablets seized in Myanmar's Yangon

Yangon, April 25 (UNI) Myanmar authorities have seized 450,000 stimulant tablets in the major city of Yangon, according to the Central Committee for Drug Abuse Control (CCDAC) on Thursday.

#450 #000 stimulant tablets seized in Myanmar's Yangon

SBI General Insurance records 17 pc growth in topline and a profit growth of 30 pc in FY 23-24
Kolkata, Apr 25 (UNI) SBI General Insurance announced its financial results for FY 23-24, recording 17 per cent growth in topline faster than market growth and a profit growth of 30 per cent in FY 23-24.
#SBI General Insurance records 17 pc growth in topline and a profit growth of 30 pc in FY 23-24

Tata Motors accelerates innovation: record 222 patents filed and 333 grants secured in FY24
Hyderabad, Apr 25 (UNI) Part of the USD 150 billion Tata group, Tata Motors Limited, India’s leading automobile company, has yet again achieved a significant milestone towards intellectual property rights (IPR) creation with a record-breaking number of 222 Patents and 117 designs applications filed during the year FY24, highest in its history.
#Tata Motors accelerates innovation: record 222 patents filed and 333 grants secured in FY24

4 killed in crash on major Brazilian highway

Sao Paulo, April 25 (UNI) At least four people were killed after two cargo trucks and a car crashed Wednesday on one of Brazil''s main highways, the Federal Highway Police said.

#4 killed in crash on major Brazilian highway

Rishabh''s heroics propel DC to 224/4 against GT
New Delhi, April 24 (UNI) Delhi Capitals'' captain Rishabh Pant led from the front with a scintillating unbeaten knock of 88 runs off just 43 balls, guiding his team to a commanding total of 224/4 against Gujarat Titans in the 40th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) at the Arun Jaitley Stadium here on Wednesday.
#Rishabh''''s heroics propel DC to 224/4 against GT

Royaloak Furniture launches 14th store in AP; 169th store in country

Bhimavaram (AP), Apr 24 (UNI) Royaloak Furniture, India’s renowned furniture brand, on Wednesday announced the inauguration of a new store here on Wednesday.

#Royaloak Furniture launches 14th store in AP; 169th store in country

Resurgence of AFS in Mizoram: Death of 174 pigs in 3 months

Aizawl, April 24 (UNI) Deaths of at least 174 pigs and piglets have been reported due to the resurgence of the African Swine Fever (ASF) outbreak in Mizoram this year, with two localities of the capital, Aizawl City, being declared infestation areas, state animal husbandry and veterinary department officials said on Wednesday.

#Resurgence of AFS in Mizoram: Death of 174 pigs in 3 months

Usain Bolt named ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 Ambassador
Dubai, April 24 (UNI) The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Wednesday announced Olympic legend Usain Bolt as an ambassador for the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, which will be played in the West Indies and USA from June 1-29.
#Usain Bolt named ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 Ambassador

Travel agent couple arrested for duping villager of Rs 43 lakhs
Phagwara, Apr 24 (UNI) Punjab Police have arrested a travel agent couple on the charge of duping a Shahkot village resident of Rs 43 lakh on the pretext of sending him abroad.
#Travel agent couple arrested for duping villager of Rs 43 lakhs

Car owners demand better roads in 2024 election survey

New Delhi, April 24 (UNI) In a recent Park+ survey, 98% of Indian car owners are calling for improved road infrastructure from political contenders in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.

#Car owners demand better roads in 2024 election survey

With 455 deals, Q1 CY 2024 showcases 24 pc rise in deal volume as compared to Q4 CY23: PwC India

Kolkata, Apr 24 (UNI) With 455 deals amounting to USD 25.6 billion disclosed deal value, the first quarter of 2024 showcases a 24 per cent rise in deal volume as compared to Q4 CY23 – marking a notable resurgence.

#With 455 deals # Q1 CY 2024 showcases 24 pc rise in deal volume as compared to Q4 CY23: PwC India

Sensex up 114.19 points for 4th session in a row

Mumbai, Apr 24 (UNI) Despite persistent selling by the Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIS) in the last few days, the Indian stock market has been rising as and the BSE Sensex went up 114.49 pts to close high at 73,852.94 for the 4th session in a row following gains in Commodities, Metal, Industrials and Health Care stocks.

#Sensex up 114.19 points for 4th session in a row

HDFC Bank educates over 2L citizens on Safe Digital Banking Practices PAN India in FY24

Hyderabad, April 24 (UNI) HDFC Bank as a part of digital banking awareness drive, conducted a series of secure banking workshops pan India.

#HDFC Bank educates over 2L citizens on Safe Digital Banking Practices PAN India in FY24

Sensex advances 114.49 pts

Mumbai, Apr 24 (UNI) Extending gains for the fourth consecutive session on Wednesday, the BSE Sensex went up 114.49 pts to close high at 73,852.94 following gains in Commodities, Metal, Industrials and Health Care stocks.

#Sensex advances 114.49 pts

Mapic India shopping and Retail Summit & awards 2024 to take place in Delhi tomorrow

New Delhi, April 24 (UNI) Mapic India Shopping Centre and Retail Summit & Awards 2024 is set to take place in New Delhi on Thursday focusing on the latest trends and innovations shaping the future of the retail industry.

#Mapic India shopping and Retail Summit & awards 2024 to take place in Delhi tomorrow

Mahindra Tractors crosses milestone by selling 40 lakh tractor units

Kolkata, Apr 24 (UNI) Mahindra Tractors, part of the Mahindra Group and the world’s largest tractor manufacturer by volume, has achieved a milestone by selling the brands 40th Lakh tractor, inclusive of exports in March 2024.

#Mahindra Tractors crosses milestone by selling 40 lakh tractor units

5.4-magnitude quake hits south of Panama - GFZ
Beijing, April 24 (UNI) An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.4 jolted south of Panama at 0120 GMT on Wednesday, the GFZ German Research Center for Geosciences said.
#5.4-magnitude quake hits south of Panama - GFZ

Ruturaj''s sublime century, Shivam Dube''s brutal assault takes CSK to 210 for 4 against LSG
Chennai, Apr 23 (UNI) A sublime century by skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad, who led from the
front, and brutal assault by impact player Shivam Dube''s half century, took home favourites
and five time winner Chennai Super Kings (CSK) to 210 for four in its IPL match against
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) at the M.A.Chidambaram Stadium here on Tuesday night.
#Ruturaj''s sublime century #Shivam Dube''s brutal assault takes CSK to 210 for 4 against LSG

Ruturaj''s sublime century, Shivam Dube''s brutal assault takes CSK to 210 for 4 against LSG
Chennai, Apr 23 (UNI) A sublime century by skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad, who led from the
front, and brutal assault by impact player Shivam Dube''s half century, took home favourites
and five time winner Chennai Super Kings (CSK) to 210 for four in its IPL match against
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) at the M.A.Chidambaram Stadium here on Tuesday night.
#Ruturaj''s sublime century #Shivam Dube''s brutal assault takes CSK to 210 for 4 against LSG

India’s first 4D ‘Laxmi Narayan’ temple unveiled by Colors in Delhi

New Delhi, April 23 (UNI) In a groundbreaking fusion of ancient spirituality and modern technology, Colours, a leading television network, has introduced India’s inaugural 4D interactive temple dedicated to the divine couple, Lord Narayan and Goddess Laxmi.

#India’s first 4D ‘Laxmi Narayan’ temple unveiled by Colors in Delhi

ISL announces tentative venues for the 2023 – 2024 Final

Mumbai, Apr 23 (UNI) The Indian Super League (ISL) on Tuesday announced that the 2023-24 season final scheduled on May 4 will be played at the home ground of the higher ranked team in
the league amongst the finalists.

#ISL announces tentative venues for the 2023 – 2024 Final

Myanmar plans to cultivate 15 mln acres of monsoon paddy in FY 2024-25

Yangon, Apr 23 (UNI) Myanmar plans to cultivate over 15 million acres of monsoon paddy in fiscal year 2024-25, with an increase of over 8,000 acres from the previous year, a Department of Agriculture official said on Tuesday.

#Myanmar plans to cultivate 15 mln acres of monsoon paddy in FY 2024-25

Over 240 tremors recorded off Taiwan's east coast over past 24 hours

Taipei, Apr 23 (UNI) Taiwan''s east coast was shaken by more than 240 tremors over the past day, with the largest one measuring 6.3 in magnitude, data from the Central Weather Administration (CWB) showed on Tuesday.

#Over 240 tremors recorded off Taiwan's east coast over past 24 hours

42 officials punished over deadly fire in China's Shanxi

Taiyuan, April 23 (UNI) A total of 42 public servants have been punished over a fire that killed 26 people and injured 38 others at a coal mine company building in north China''s Shanxi Province.

#42 officials punished over deadly fire in China's Shanxi

Hyd :Tropical Agro fortifies farmer solutions portfolio for upcoming 2024 Kharif season

Hyderabad, Apr 23 (UNI): Tropical Agrosystem (India) Pvt. Ltd., part of Jhaver group, a leader in the Indian agricultural sector, on Tuesday announced to unveiling of its latest suite of farming solutions meticulously tailored for the upcoming 2024 Kharif cropping season.

#Hyd :Tropical Agro fortifies farmer solutions portfolio for upcoming 2024 Kharif season

4 killed in bus-truck collision in Kannauj
Kannauj, Apr 23 (UNI) Four people were killed, and 30 others injured when a bus collided with a truck in Uttar Pradesh''s Kannauj district on Tuesday, police said.
#4 killed in bus-truck collision in Kannauj

4 missing after vessel hit bridge in China's Guangdong

Beijing, Apr 23 (UNI) A vessel on Monday night collided with a bridge in the city of Foshan, in south China''s Guangdong Province, resulting in four people going missing.

#4 missing after vessel hit bridge in China's Guangdong

About 4.5 lac commuters travel Kolkata Metro Greenline till March since beginning of underwater commercial operation
Kolkata, Apr 23 (UNI) Some 4.5 lac commuters have travelled through the underwater stretch of Green Line in 17 days since the
commercial operation began on March 15 connecting this metropolis with Howrah, the other part of River Hooghly, Kolkata Metro Railway source said on Tuesday.
#About 4.5 lac commuters travel Kolkata Metro Greenline till March since beginning of underwater commercial operation

Construction cost in India likely to rise by 6 pc in 2024: JLL

Hyderabad, April 23 (UNI) The overall construction cost in the country is expected to increase by an average 6 per cent across various sectors in the Financial Year (FY) 2024, according to a latest construction cost guidebook release recently by JLL, a leading global commercial real estate and investment management company.

#Construction cost in India likely to rise by 6 pc in 2024: JLL

Sensex up 400 points
Mumbai, Apr 23 (UNI) Extending the rally for the third consecutive day, the BSE Sensex on Tuesday spurted 400 points to open at 74,048.94 as buying was seen across the board.
#Sensex up 400 points

Metro Food Awards-2024 recognizes culinary excellence in Kerala Capital

Thiruvananthapuram, Apr 23 (UNI) The 17th edition of the Metro Food Awards, held at the Kerala Arts and Crafts Village, celebrated the vibrant culinary landscape of the capital of Kerala.

#Metro Food Awards-2024 recognizes culinary excellence in Kerala Capital

Maha: 4 candidates in Kolhapur, 5 in Hatkanangale constituencies withdraw nominations

Kolhapur, Apr 22 (UNI) Four candidates in Kolhapur and five in Hatkanangale Lok Sabha constituencies withdrew their nomination papers on Monday.

#Maha: 4 candidates in Kolhapur # 5 in Hatkanangale constituencies withdraw nominations

Cash, ornaments, & liquor worth Rs. 8.40 cr seized in Himachal

Shimla, April 22 (UNI) Illicit liquor, cash, drugs, and jewellery worth around Rs. 8.40 crore have been seized since the Model Code of Conduct (MMC) came into force in Himachal Pradesh ahead of the Lok Sabha polls and bye-elections to the six assembly constituencies, an election official said on Monday.

#Cash # ornaments # & liquor worth Rs. 8.40 cr seized in Himachal

Fresh poll in 8 Arunachal polling stations on April 24
Itanagar, April 22 (UNI) The Election Commission of India (ECI) has announced a fresh poll at eight polling stations in Arunachal Pradesh, which went for simultaneous elections to 18th Lok Sabha and 11th State Legislative Assembly on April 19 last.
#Fresh poll in 8 Arunachal polling stations on April 24

Odisha: Bhubaneswar records season’s highest day temperature of 43.8 degree Celsius

Bhubaneswar, Apr 22 (UNI)Bhubaneswar became the hottest place in Odisha on Monday, with the day temperature rising to 43.8 degrees Celsius, the season’s record temperature, according to Meteorological (MeT) sources.

#Odisha: Bhubaneswar records season’s highest day temperature of 43.8 degree Celsius

RIL surpasses Rs 10 lakh cr annual revenue; Q4 net remains flat

Mumbai, Apr 22 (UNI) Continued growth momentum in the consumer business and upstream business Mukesh Ambani owned Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) on Monday posted record annual consolidated revenues at Rs 1,000,122 crore, up 2.6 per cent YoY.

#RIL surpasses Rs 10 lakh cr annual revenue; Q4 net remains flat

Palestinian death toll in Gaza rises to 34,151
Gaza, April 22 (UNI The Palestinian death toll from ongoing Israeli attacks on the Gaza Strip has risen to 34,151, the Hamas-run Health Ministry said in a statement on Monday.
#Palestinian death toll in Gaza rises to 34 #151


Jio Infocomm net up 13% at Rs 5337 cr in Q4

Mumbai, Apr 22 (UNI) Riding on consistent growth in its subscriber base, Jio Infocomm, the telecom arm of Reliance Industries on Monday reported 13 per cent jump in net profit at Rs 5337 crore in the fourth quarter of FY24 compared to Rs 4716 crore in the same quarter in 2022-23 fiscal year.

What''s Hot in 2024: The Latest Trends in Kids'' Fashion?

 

Plain gold jewellery exports jump 62 pc to $6.79 billion in FY24

New Delhi, Apr 22 (UNI) Plain gold jewellery exports surged 62% to US$6.79 billion in financial year 2023-24 as compared to US$ 4.19 billion in financial year 2022-23.

#Plain gold jewellery exports jump 62 pc to $6.79 billion in FY24



SC directs ending 30-week pregnancy of 14-year-old rape survivor

New Delhi, April 22 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Monday directed immediate termination of a 30-week pregnancy of a 14-year-old rape survivor, saying every hour was crucial for her.

#SC directs ending 30-week pregnancy of 14-year-old rape survivor



Sai Kishore''s four-fer restricts Punjab Kings to 142

Mullanpur, April 21 (UNI) In the crucial 37th match of IPL 2024, left-arm spinner Sai Kishore emerged as the star bowler for Gujarat Titans, claiming four crucial wickets that significantly restricted Punjab Kings to a paltry 142 all out here on Sunday.

#Sai Kishore''s four-fer restricts Punjab Kings to 142



Sai Kishore''s four-fer restricts Punjab Kings to 142

Mullanpur, April 21 (UNI) In the crucial 37th match of IPL 2024, left-arm spinner Sai Kishore emerged as the star bowler for Gujarat Titans, claiming four crucial wickets that significantly restricted Punjab Kings to a paltry 142 all out here on Sunday.

#Sai Kishore''s four-fer restricts Punjab Kings to 142

Russia repels 8 Ukrainian attacks in DPR area over past 24 hrs

Moscow, Apr 21 (UNI) The Center group of Russian forces has repelled eight attacks by the Ukrainian army and eliminated up to 360 servicepeople over the past 24 hours in the Donetsk People''s Republic, the Russian Defense Ministry said on Sunday.

#Russia repels 8 Ukrainian attacks in DPR area over past 24 hrs



ECI pegs overall voting percentage in TN LS polls to 69.46 %

Chennai, Apr 21 (UNI) Tamil Nadu Chief Electoral Officer Satyabrata Sahoo has pegged the
overall voting percentage in April 19 Lok Sabha polls to 39 seats in the State to 69.46 per cent.



Centre''s direct tax kitty up 18 pc in FY24, exceeds Budget target

New Delhi, Apr 21 (UNI) The government''s net direct tax mop-up surged 17.70 per cent year-on-year to Rs 19.58 lakh crore in financial year 2023-24 (FY24) exceeding the full-year Budget estimate, according to data released by Finance Ministry on Sunday.

#Centre''s direct tax kitty up 18 pc in FY24 #exceeds Budget target

Hyd:Over 400 Doctors across India attend Clinical Rheumatology Conference

Hyderabad, Apr 21 (UNI)Over 400 rheumatologists across the country participated in the two-day Clinical Rheumatology Conference 2024 (CRC2024) concluded at KIMS hospital here on Sunday.

#Hyd:Over 400 Doctors across India attend Clinical Rheumatology Conference



Thunderstorm with lightning & gusty winds likely in Telangana in next 4 days: Met

Hyderabad, April 21 (UNI) Thunderstorm accompanied by lightning and gusty winds speeding 40–50 (kmph) is very likely to occur at isolated places in Mancherial, Nalgonda, Suryapet, Mahabubabad, Yadadri Bhuvangiri, Rangareddy, Hyderabad, Medchal Malkajgiri, Sangareddy, Medak, Mahabubnagar, Nagarkurnool, Wanaparthy, Narayanpet, and Jogulamba Gadwal districts of Telangana during the next 24 hours, Meteorological Centre said on Sunday.

#Thunderstorm with lightning & gusty winds likely in Telangana in next 4 days: Met



Brazil reports over 1,600 deaths from dengue in 2024

Sao Paulo, April 21 (UNI) Brazil has registered 1,601 confirmed deaths from dengue so far this year, with another 2,061 deaths under investigation, the Health Ministry said Saturday.

#Brazil reports over 1 #600 deaths from dengue in 2024



IPL 2024: Assistant Coach lauds Punjab Kings’ bowling unit ahead of GT

Chandigarh, Apr 20 (UNI) Chandigarh, Apr 20 (UNI) The PCA Stadium in Mullanpur (Mohali) will witness a mega clash when the Punjab Kings face off against the Gujarat Titans on Sunday.

#IPL 2024: Assistant Coach lauds Punjab Kings’ bowling unit ahead of GT



IPL 2024: Assistant Coach lauds Punjab Kings’ bowling unit ahead of GT

Chandigarh, Apr 20 (UNI) Chandigarh, Apr 20 (UNI) The PCA Stadium in Mullanpur (Mohali) will witness a mega clash when the Punjab Kings face off against the Gujarat Titans on Sunday.

#IPL 2024: Assistant Coach lauds Punjab Kings’ bowling unit ahead of GT

Landmine explosion kills 4 in NE Cambodia: official

Phnom penh, Apr 20 (UNI) Four villagers were killed and two others were wounded in a landmine explosion in northeast Cambodia''s Mondulkiri province on Saturday, a mine clearance chief said.

#Landmine explosion kills 4 in NE Cambodia: official

Landmine explosion kills 4 in NE Cambodia: official

Phnom Penh, Apr 20 (UNI) Four villagers were killed and two others were wounded in a landmine explosion in northeast Cambodia''s Mondulkiri province on Saturday, a mine clearance chief said.

#Landmine explosion kills 4 in NE Cambodia: official

Voting percentage in Arunachal rises to 74.59 pc

Itanagar, Apr 20 (UNI) Voting percentage in the Arunachal Pradesh polls has increased to 74.59 per cent, as per the latest data available with the Election Commission.

#Voting percentage in Arunachal rises to 74.59 pc



EPFO adds 7.78 lakh new members in February, 2024 : Govt

New Delhi, Apr 20 (UNI) The government on Saturday said that around 7.78 lakh new members have joined Employees Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) in the month of February 2024.

#EPFO adds 7.78 lakh new members in February #2024 : Govt



Maha: Satara LCB police arrest two, seize golden ornaments, car valued Rs 41.90 lakh

Kolhapur, Satara, Apr 20 (UNI) Satara Local Crime Branch (LCB) on Saturday arrested two robbers and recovered a total of 52 ''tola'' stolen golden ornaments valued at Rs 38.94 lakh and a car used in crime, both valued at Rs 41.90 lakh.

#Maha: Satara LCB police arrest two #seize golden ornaments #car valued Rs 41.90 lakh



HDFC Bank net up 37% in Q4; company recommends dividend of Rs 19.50 per share

New Delhi, Apr 20 (UNI) India’s largest private sector bank HDFC Bank on Saturday announced a jump of 37.1 per cent in net profit at Rs 16,511.85 crore for fourth quarter (January-March) of FY2023-24.



Odisha: Toll in Mahanadi river boat tragedy rises to seven, Naveen announces Rs.4 lakh ex gratia

Bhubaneswar, Apr20 (UNI) The toll in the boat tragedy in Mahanadi river Odisha’s Jharsuguda district, rose to seven on Saturday with the recovery of five more bodies.

#Odisha: Toll in Mahanadi river boat tragedy rises to seven #Naveen announces Rs.4 lakh ex gratia

Palestinian death toll in Gaza rises to 34,049: ministry

Gaza, Apr 20 (UNI) The Palestinian death toll in Gaza from ongoing Israeli attacks has risen to 34,049, the Hamas-run Health Ministry said on Saturday.

#Palestinian death toll in Gaza rises to 34 #049: ministry

Thunderstorm accompanied with hailstorm likely in Telangana in next 24 hours : Met

Hyderabad, Apr 20 (UNI) Thunderstorm accompanied with hailstorm, lightning and gusty winds with speed reaching 50-60 kmph is very likely to occur at isolated pockets in Jagtial, Rajanna Sircilla, Karimnagar, Bhadradri Kothagudem, Khammam, Mahabubabad, Warangal, Hanamkonda, Vikarabad, Sangareddy, Kamareddy and Nagarkurnool districts of Telangana during the next 24 hours, Meteorological Centre said on Saturday.

#Thunderstorm accompanied with hailstorm likely in Telangana in next 24 hours : Met



UP: 4 killed, 24 injured as tractor-trolley overturns

Mainpuri (UP), April 20 (UNI) Four women were killed and 24 others were injured when a tractor-trolley overturned after being hit by a truck in Bhongaon area of Mainpuri district here in Uttar Pradesh on Saturday, police sources said here.

#UP: 4 killed #24 injured as tractor-trolley overturns



Not every development took place after 2014: Maha Cong chief

Mumbai, April 20 (UNI) Maharashtra Pradesh Congress Committee (MPCC) president Nana Patole has criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his desperate attempt to seek votes in the name of Lord Shri Ram and reminded him and his BJP government that not everything that helped the country and its people progress has happened in just last 10 years.

#Not every development took place after 2014: Maha Cong chief

Liquor worth Rs 34.32 lakh seized in Sindhudurg, 2 detained

Kolhapur / Sindhudurg, Apr 19 (UNI) The flying squad of State Excise department of Kolhapur division on Friday seized India-made foreign liquor worth Rs 34.32 lakh from a tempo at Oros in Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra while illegally being transported from neighbouring Goa and detained two people in this connection.

#Liquor worth Rs 34.32 lakh seized in Sindhudurg # 2 detained



Only 48.23 per cent polling in Bihar, 5.24 per cent less from 2019 LS polls

Patna, Apr 19 (UNI) Despite best efforts made by Election Commission and appeals from top leaders and celebrities, poll percentage in first phase of Lok Sabha elections in Bihar could reach only 48.23 per cent, which is 5.24 per cent less than polling of 2019 general elections in the state.

#Only 48.23 per cent polling in Bihar #5.24 per cent less from 2019 LS polls

JK: ECI establishes 114 special polling stations in Udhampur Parliamentary constituency

Jammu, Apr 19 (UNI) In a first-of-its-kind move towards inclusivity and environmental consciousness, the Election Commission of India (ECI) established 114 remarkable polling stations of different categories for voters in Udhampur Parliamentary Constituency which went for polling on Friday in the first phase of General Elections to Lok Sabha 2024.

#JK: ECI establishes 114 special polling stations in Udhampur Parliamentary constituency

Dharwad gears up for competitive LS polls with 29 candidates filing 44 nominations

Dharwad, April 19 (UNI) The Dharwad Constituency is bracing for a competitive Lok Sabha election as a total of 29 candidates have filed 44 nominations for the upcoming polls.

#Dharwad gears up for competitive LS polls with 29 candidates filing 44 nominations



Maha: 2024 LS election to fulfil dream of Vikasit Bharat: Modi

Mumbai, Apr 19 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday asserted that the 2024 Lok Sabha election is an election to fulfil the dream of a Vikasit Bharat and a self-reliant India.

#Maha: 2024 LS election to fulfil dream of Vikasit Bharat: Modi



72.09 pc voting in LS polls, record polling likely in 40 yrs, TN poised to create history

Chennai, Apr 19 (UNI) The single phase Polling to elect 39 members to the 18th Lok Sabha
from Tamil Nadu ended on Friday evening with 72.09 percent of the 6.23 crore electorate
exercising their franchise and the state is poised to create a record by registering the all time
highest turn out in 40 years in its history once the final figure was released by the Election
Commission.

#72.09 pc voting in LS polls #record polling likely in 40 yrs #TN poised to create history

KFON bags ‘Infrastructure Initiative of the Year’ title at Asian Telecom Awards 2024

Thiruvananthapuram, April 19 (UNI) The Kerala Government''s ambitious project, Kerala Fibre Optic Network Limited (KFON), received the ''Infrastructure Initiative of the Year'' award at the Asian Telecom Awards 2024 held at Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Singapore.

#KFON bags ‘Infrastructure Initiative of the Year’ title at Asian Telecom Awards 2024



Lok Sabha election : UP records 58.14 pc polling in first phase

Lucknow, April 19 (UNI) An estimated 58.14 percent of the total 1.44 crore electorate exercised their franchise across eight parliamentary constituencies in the first phase of Lok Sabha election in Uttar Pradesh amidst tight security arrangements on Friday.

#Lok Sabha election : UP records 58.14 pc polling in first phase



Maha: 54.85 per cent voting registered in Vidarbha

Nagpur / Mumbai, Apr 19 (UNI) Amid scorching heat in the central Indian landscape, half of the vast Vidarbha region of Maharashtra registered 54.85 per cent voting in first phase of Lok Sabha elections on Friday.

#Maha: 54.85 per cent voting registered in Vidarbha

IREDA nets all-time high at Rs 1,252.23 cr in FY24

New Delhi, April 19 (UNI) Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Ltd. (IREDA), the nation''s largest pure-play green financing NBFC, Friday announced an all-time high net profit of Rs. 1,252.23 crore in 2023-24, a 44.83 per cent jump over the previous fiscal year 2022-23.

#IREDA nets all-time high at Rs 1 #252.23 cr in FY24



48.23 percent polling recorded in first phase of Lok Sabha election in Bihar

Patna, April 19 (UNI) An estimated 48.23 percent of 76,01,629 electorate exercised their franchise amid tight security arrangements during the first phase of Lok Sabha election in four seats of Bihar, which passed off peacefully on Friday.

#48.23 percent polling recorded in first phase of Lok Sabha election in Bihar

'Youth4Water India' urges political parties to take care of Odisha youth vulnerable to climate change impact

Bhubaneswar, Apr 19 (UNI) The ''Youth4Water India'' has urged political parties in Odisha contesting the general elections to commit to special rehabilitation and support programs for the youth who are most vulnerable to climate change impacts.

#'Youth4Water India' urges political parties to take care of Odisha youth vulnerable to climate change impact



Bengal records 66.34 pc votes till 3 PM

Kolkata, Apr 19 (UNI) An estimated 66.34 percent of 5.6 million electorate exercised their franchise till 3 PM in the first phase election to three Lok Sabha seats in North Bengal with Cooch Behar, Alipurduar and Jalpaiguri recording 65.54 per cent, 66.23 per cent and 67.28 per cent polling respectively.

#Bengal records 66.34 pc votes till 3 PM



Sensex jumps 599.34 pts

Mumbai, April 19 (UNI) Snapping a losing streak of last four sessions, the BSE Sensex on Friday bounced back 599.34 pts to close at 73088.33 on the strength of Bankex, Metal, Financial services and Consumer Durable stocks amid weak Asian Market.

#Sensex jumps 599.34 pts



40.92 percent polling till 3 PM in Bihar

Patna, Apr 19 (UNI) An estimated 40.92 percent of 76,01,629 electorate have exercised their franchise till 3 PM in four constituencies for the first phase of Lok Sabha election in Bihar.

#40.92 percent polling till 3 PM in Bihar



UP: Around 47.44 pc votes polled on 8 seats till 3 pm

Lucknow, April 19 (UNI) An estimated 47.44 percent of the total 1.44 crore electorate have exercised their franchise till 3 pm, across eight parliamentary constituencies in the first phase of Lok Sabha election in Uttar Pradesh.

#UP: Around 47.44 pc votes polled on 8 seats till 3 pm



TN LS polls : 51.41 pc turn out recorded till 1500 hrs

Chennai, Apr 19 (UNI) An estimated 51.41 per cent of the total 6.23 crore electorate
have cast their ballots till 1500 hours, as the single phase Polling to elect 39 members
to the 18th Lok Sabha from Tamil Nadu, began on Friday morning and is progressing
smoothly, amid tight security.

#TN LS polls : 51.41 pc turn out recorded till 1500 hrs



43.35 pc votes polled till 1 pm in Mizoram

Aizawl, April 19 (UNI) Around 43.35 percent of the 8,56,364-strong electorate have exercised their franchise for the Lok Sabha polls in Mizoram till 1.00 pm on Friday as voting is underway peacefully across the 1,276 polling stations in the state, officials said.

#43.35 pc votes polled till 1 pm in Mizoram

NZ names initial athletics team for Paris 2024

Wellington, Apr 19 (UNI) The New Zealand Olympic Committee (NZOC) on Friday named its initial athletics team set to compete at Paris 2024.

#NZ names initial athletics team for Paris 2024



BJP will cross 400 Lok Sabha seats : Gadkari

Nagpur (Maharashtra), April 19 (UNI) Union Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party candidate from Nagpur Lok Sabha Constituency Nitin J. Gadkari on Friday said that the party will definitely achieve ‘400-paar’ (400-plus LS seats), and exuded cent percent confidence that he will win the seat with a margin over 5 lakh votes.

#BJP will cross 400 Lok Sabha seats : Gadkari



Around 46.92 pc voting till 1300 hrs in Manipur

Imphal, April 19 (UNI) The first phase of the poll in Manipur witnessed a good turnout, reports of firing and destroying EVMs, and reports of threats by armed persons to vote for a particular candidate.

#Around 46.92 pc voting till 1300 hrs in Manipur

SCR sets record with 649 Km track renewal in FY 2023-24

Hyderabad, Apr 19 (UNI) South Central Railway (SCR) has achieved a monumental milestone in its history by completing the renewal of 649 kilometers of track across its network during the fiscal year 2023–24, marking its highest-ever performance in this regard.

#SCR sets record with 649 Km track renewal in FY 2023-24



31.47 percent voting till 1300 hours in Bihar

Patna, April 19 (UNI) An estimated 31.47 percent of 76,01,629 electorate exercised their franchise till 1300 hours for the first phase of Lok Sabha election on four seats in Bihar.

#31.47 percent voting till 1300 hours in Bihar



40.05 pc turn out till 1.00 pm TN LS polls : Sahoo

Chennai, Apr 19 (UNI) An estimated 40.05 per cent of the total 6.23 crore electorate
have cast their ballots till 1.00 p.m., as the single phase Polling to elect 39 members
to the18th Lok Sabha from Tamil Nadu, which began on Friday morning, progressed
smoothly, amid tight security.

#40.05 pc turn out till 1.00 pm TN LS polls : Sahoo



Uttarakhand records 24.83 pc voter turnout till 11 am

Dehradun, Apr 19 (UNI) Uttarakhand has witnessed an average voter turnout of 24.83 per cent for five Lok Sabha seats till 11am on Friday,
Excluding the Nainital constituency, voting percentages in the other four constituencies have surpassed those of the 2019 elections within the same timeframe, which recorded 23.59 per cent turnout by Friday midday.

#Uttarakhand records 24.83 pc voter turnout till 11 am



Heatwave conditions likely to prevail in Telangana in next 24 hrs: Met

Hyderabad, Apr 19 (UNI) Heatwave conditions are likely to prevail in isolated pockets in Karimnagar, Peddapalli, Jayashankar Bhupalpally, Mulugu, Bhadradri Kothagudem, Khammam, Nalgonda, and Suryapet districts of Telangana during the next 24 hours, the Meteorological Centre said on Friday.

#Heatwave conditions likely to prevail in Telangana in next 24 hrs: Met



Heatwave conditions likely to prevail in Telangana in next 24 hours: Met

Hyderabad, Apr 19 (UNI) Heatwave conditions are likely to prevail in isolated pockets in Karimnagar, Peddapalli, Jayashankar Bhupalpally, Mulugu, Bhadradri Kothagudem, Khammam, Nalgonda, and Suryapet districts of Telangana during the next 24 hours, the Meteorological Centre said on Friday.

#Heatwave conditions likely to prevail in Telangana in next 24 hours: Met



Bengal casts 33 pc votes in 4 hrs across three LS seats

Kolkata, April 19 (UNI) An estimated 33 per cent of 5.6 million electorate exercised their franchise in the first four hours till 11 AM in the three Lok Sabha constituencies of West Bengal - Cooch Behar, Alipurduar and Jalpaiguri.

#Bengal casts 33 pc votes in 4 hrs across three LS seats



West Tripura PC records 34.6 pc voting till 11 am

Agartala, April 19 (UNI) The percentage of voting in the first four hours in the West Tripura parliamentary constituency was recorded at 34.6 percent, while in the Ramnagar by-poll, it was 27.62 percent, the ECI bulletin said.

#West Tripura PC records 34.6 pc voting till 11 am



24.5 pc Voter Turnout Recorded Till 11am, Bengal leads

New Delhi, April 19 (UNI) As per the Election Commission, there is over 24.5 per cent voter turnout recorded in four hours across 21 states and union territories on 102 Lok Sabha seats that are polling on Friday in the first phase of the 2024 general elections.

#24.5 pc Voter Turnout Recorded Till 11am #Bengal leads



Bihar: Around 16.63 pc votes polled on 4 seats till 11 am

Patna, Apr 19 (UNI) An estimated 16.63 per cent of 76 lakh electorate exercised their votes in the first four hours of polling for first phase of Lok Sabha elections on four seats in Bihar.

#Bihar: Around 16.63 pc votes polled on 4 seats till 11 am



India International Industrial Expo in Kochi from Dec 13-15, 2024

Kochi, Apr 19 (UNI) India International Industrial Expo (IIIE-2024), a gateway to a comprehensive industrial showcase, will be held here on December 13, 14 and 15, 2024 with the participation of more than 10,000 trade visitors and 350 leading Industrial manufacturers, IIIE CEO Siji Nair said on Friday.

#India International Industrial Expo in Kochi from Dec 13-15 #2024



TN LS polls : 24.37 pc turn out till 1100 hrs, two elderly voters dies in Salem due to heat wave

Chennai, Apr 19 (UNI) An estimated 24.37 per cent of the total 6.23 crore electorate
have cast their ballots till 1100 hours, as the single phase Polling to elect 39 members
to the18th Lok Sabha from Tamil Nadu, which began on Friday morning, progressed
smoothly, amid tight security.

#TN LS polls : 24.37 pc turn out till 1100 hrs #two elderly voters dies in Salem due to heat wave



J&K: 8.44 pc turnout in Kathua-Udhampur in 2 hrs

Jammu, April 19 (UNI) Around 8.44 per cent of 16.23 lakh voters cast their votes in the initial two hours of polling till 9.30 am in the Udhampur Parliamentary Constituency (PC) on Friday in a peaceful manner.

#J&K: 8.44 pc turnout in Kathua-Udhampur in 2 hrs



Voting underway in 4 LS seats in Bihar

Patna, April 19 (UNI) Polling in four out of 40 parliamentary seats in Bihar began on a peaceful note at 7 am amid tight security arrangements on Friday for the first phase of Lok Sabha elections.

#Voting underway in 4 LS seats in Bihar

4 gov't officials killed in terrorist attack in NW Pakistan

Islamabad, Apr 18 (UNI) Four officials of Pakistan Customs were killed and two other people injured in a terrorist attack in the country''s northwest Dera Ismail Khan district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province on Thursday, police officials said.

#4 gov't officials killed in terrorist attack in NW Pakistan

Odisha turns into a boiling cauldron as mercury rises above 40 degrees Celsius in 32 locations.

Bhubaneswar, Apr 18 (UNI) Several parts of Odisha virtually became a boiling cauldron on Thursday as the day temperatures soared above 40 degrees Celsius in as many as 32 locations.

#Odisha turns into a boiling cauldron as mercury rises above 40 degrees Celsius in 32 locations.



Mahayuti to win over 45 seats in Maha: Maha NCP (AP) chief

Alibaug, Apr 18 (UNI) Maharashtra NCP (AP) president, Sunil Tatkare on Thursday expressed that the work that is being done by the ruling Mahayuti government will definitely bring success to the Mahayuti, which will win more than 45 seats in the state.

#Mahayuti to win over 45 seats in Maha: Maha NCP (AP) chief

Bajaj Auto net profit at Rs 1936 cr in Q4; clocks all-time high revenue in FY24

New Delhi, Apr 18 (UNI) Two wheeler auto major Bajaj Auto on Thursday announced 29 percent jump in its revenue in Q4 (January-March) at 11,485 crore, led by the broad based buoyancy that was sustained on the domestic business and aided by steady exports.

#Bajaj Auto net profit at Rs 1936 cr in Q4; clocks all-time high revenue in FY24

Run-up to KTM 2024 warms up with 1,810 buyer registrations

Kochi, Apr 18 (UNI) Five months ahead of its start, the 12th edition of Kerala Travel Mart (KTM-2024) in the city has earned big response from India and abroad, with buyer registrations crossing 1,810, of whom 495 are from high-end foreign markets.

#Run-up to KTM 2024 warms up with 1 #810 buyer registrations

Nomination for 4 LS & 28 Assembly seats begins in Odisha

Bhubaneswar, Apr 18 (UNI) The nomination for the first phase of polling in Odisha, covering four Lok Sabha and 28 Assembly constituencies, began on Thursday with the issuance of the gazetted notification by the Election Commission of India.

#Nomination for 4 LS & 28 Assembly seats begins in Odisha

Microsoft and ByteXL join hands to Present HackXcelerate 2024 at CBIT in Hyderabad

Hyderabad, Apr 18 (UNI) Microsoft, a global technology leader, has joined hands with ByteXL, a pioneering EdTech platform, to present HackXcelerate 2024, a nationwide hackathon aimed at igniting creativity and enhancing problem-solving skills among students.

#Microsoft and ByteXL join hands to Present HackXcelerate 2024 at CBIT in Hyderabad

Nomination for 4 LS & 28 Assembly seats begins in Odisha

Bhubaneswar, Apr 18 (UNI) The nomination for the first phase of polling in Odisha, covering four Lok Sabha and 28 Assembly constituencies, began on Thursday with the issuance of the gazetted notification by the Election Commission of India.

#Nomination for 4 LS & 28 Assembly seats begins in Odisha



Infosys net up 30.5 pc in Q4; declares Rs 28 per share dividend

New Delhi, Apr 18 (UNI) India’s second-largest software IT company, Infosys, on Thursday announced a 30 percent jump in net profit at Rs 7969 crore during the January–March quarter of 2023–24, compared to Rs 6106 crore in the previous quarter.

#Infosys net up 30.5 pc in Q4; declares Rs 28 per share dividend

IT major Infosys net profit jumps to Rs 7969 crore in Q4.

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#IT major Infosys net profit jumps to Rs 7969 crore in Q4.

Youth Environmental Summit 2024 highlights importance of conservation

New Delhi, Apr 18 (UNI) The recent Youth Environment Summit (YES) 2024, hosted by the University School of Environment Management (USEM) of GGSIPU, showcased the critical role of youth in environmental conservation.

#Youth Environmental Summit 2024 highlights importance of conservation



Sensex drops 454.69 points

Mumbai, Apr 18 (UNI) The BSE Sensex remained negative for the fourth straight session on Thursday as it plummeted 454.69 pts to close at 72,488.99 as heavy selling was seen in consumer durable, health care, energy, and bankex stocks amid a positive trend in the Asian market.

#Sensex drops 454.69 points



UP: 4 killed, 5 injured as car rams into divider

Etah, Apr 18 (UNI) Four people, including two children were killed, and five others injured when a car rammed into a divider at Pilua area in Etah district of Uttar Pradesh on Thursday.

#UP: 4 killed #5 injured as car rams into divider



MeT predicts rain, snow over J&K during next 24 hrs

Srinagar, Apr 18 (UNI) Meteorological Centre Srinagar on Thursday predicted widespread rain and light snow over the higher reaches of Jammu and Kashmir during the next 24 hours.

#MeT predicts rain #snow over J&K during next 24 hrs



ECI issues notification for 4th phase for 11 LS seats in state

Mumbai, Apr 18 (UNI) The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Thursday issued notification for the fourth phase of Lok Sabha elections 2024 for 11 constituencies, including Aurangabad, in the fourth phase election to be held on May 13.

#ECI issues notification for 4th phase for 11 LS seats in state



Heatwave conditions likely in Telangana in next 48 hours: Met

Hyderabad, April 18 (UNI) Heatwave conditions are likely to prevail at isolated pockets in Komaram Bheem Asifabad, Mancherial, Peddapalli, Jayashankar Bhupalpally, Mulugu, Bhadradri Kothagudem, Khammam, Nalgonda, Suryapet, and Mahabubabad districts of Telangana during the next 24 hours, Meteorological Centre said on Thursday.

#Heatwave conditions likely in Telangana in next 48 hours: Met



Jagadish Shettar challenges Cong to secure 40 seats in LS polls

Belagavi, Apr 18 (UNI) BJP candidate Jagdish Shettar, during the filing of his nomination for the Belagavi Lok Sabha constituency, issued a challenge to the Congress party, asserting that they should aim to secure at least 40 seats in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections.

#Jagadish Shettar challenges Cong to secure 40 seats in LS polls



14 killed, several wounded in latest raid on CAR villages: UN

United Nations, Apr 18 (UNI) UN humanitarians said on Wednesday armed rebels raided a Central Africa Republic (CAR) village in southern Mbomou prefecture, killing 14 civilians, wounding several others, and setting homes on fire.

#14 killed #several wounded in latest raid on CAR villages: UN



5.4-magnitude quake hits 272 km W of Houma, Tonga: USGS

New York, Apr 18 (UNI) An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.4 jolted 272 km W of Houma, Tonga, at 21:31:48 GMT on Wednesday, the U.S. Geological Survey said.

#5.4-magnitude quake hits 272 km W of Houma #Tonga: USGS



ISRO planning 2nd test flight of uncrewed Gaganyaan mission on Apr 24 : Somanath

Chennai, Apr 18 (UNI) The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) will be embarking on achieving yet another significant milestone as part of its Gaganyaan mission next week.

#ISRO planning 2nd test flight of uncrewed Gaganyaan mission on Apr 24 : Somanath

Punjab: Drugs, cash, other valuables worth Rs 243.95 crore seized

Chandigarh, Apr 17 (UNI) Enforcement agencies have seized drugs, liquor, unaccounted-for cash, and freebies
worth Rs 243.95 crore in Punjab over the past month since the model code of conduct for the LS Elections came into force.

#Punjab: Drugs # cash # other valuables worth Rs 243.95 crore seized

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Maha: 1,41,457 new voters in 5 LS constituencies to cast their votes in 1st phase

Mumbai, Apr 17 (UNI) This year 1,41,457 new voters in age group of 18-19 years in five constituencies of Vidarbha region in Maharashtra will exercise their right to vote in first phase of the Lok Sabha elections due to be held on April 19.

#Maha: 1 #41 #457 new voters in 5 LS constituencies to cast their votes in 1st phase



Maha: EC to issue notification for 4th phase of LS elections on April 18

Mumbai, Apr 17 (UNI) The Election Commission will issue a notification for fourth phase of the Lok Sabha elections in Maharashtra on Thursday.

#Maha: EC to issue notification for 4th phase of LS elections on April 18

Australia reveals opening ceremony uniforms for Paris 2024 Olympic Games

Sydney, Apr 17 (UNI) Australia''s opening ceremony uniforms were officially unveiled at Sydney''s Clovelly Bay on Wednesday, with 100 days to go before the Paris 2024 Olympic Games kicks off.

#Australia reveals opening ceremony uniforms for Paris 2024 Olympic Games

Alejandro Sanchez Lopez named Best Player in I-League 2023-24

New Delhi, Apr 17 (UNI) Yet another season of the I-League has come to an end, with Mohammedan Sporting winning their maiden national league title, and in the process, gaining promotion to the Indian Super League.

#Alejandro Sanchez Lopez named Best Player in I-League 2023-24

IOC launches Paris 2024 official mobile game

Geneva, Apr 17 (UNI) The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has announced that the official mobile game for the Paris 2024 Olympics - Olympics Go! Paris 2024 - was launched to provide truly Olympic gaming experience to the fans.

#IOC launches Paris 2024 official mobile game

100 days to go for Paris 2024 Olympics

New Delhi, Apr 17 (UNI) With just 100 days remaining until the start of their journey at the Paris Olympics, the Indian Men’s Hockey Team is poised for an exhilarating quest.

#100 days to go for Paris 2024 Olympics

PHD Chamber identifies 10 key enablers for India to become Viksit Bharat by 2047

New Delhi, Apr 17 (UNI) Industry body PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry has identified 10 key enablers including ease of doing business, reducing cost of doing business such as cost of capital, power, logistics, land among others, that would lead the Indian economy to “Viksit Bharat by 2047”
Releasing a blueprint for “Viksit Bharat by 2047”, the PHDCCI said the Indian economy is displaying robust growth post Covid pandemic despite continued global headwinds. India’s economy will become USD 34.7 trillion by 2047 with per capita income of USD 21000.

#PHD Chamber identifies 10 key enablers for India to become Viksit Bharat by 2047

Mahmood in search of Pakistan's best XI ahead of T20 World Cup 2024

Karachi, Apr 17 (UNI) Pakistan head coach Azhar Mahmood said that Pakistan would look to try out different combinations and game plans in the lead-up to the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024.

#Mahmood in search of Pakistan's best XI ahead of T20 World Cup 2024



Sonata unveils latest collection for Spring & Summer 2024

Hyderabad, Apr 17 (UNI) Poze by Sonata, the sub-brand known for blending contemporary fashion with timeless watchmaking, on Wednesday announced its latest collection for Spring & Summer 2024.

#Sonata unveils latest collection for Spring & Summer 2024

IDF says struck over 40 Hamas targets in Gaza strip in past day

Gaza, Apr 17 (UNI) The Israeli Air Force (IAF) has struck over 40 targets of the Palestinian movement Hamas and eliminated several of its fighters in the Gaza Strip in the past day, the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) said on Wednesday.

#IDF says struck over 40 Hamas targets in Gaza strip in past day



427 Agniveers pass out from Parachute Regiment Training Centre

Bengaluru, April 17 (UNI) The Parachute Regiment Training Centre marked a significant milestone on Wednesday as the third batch of Agniveers completed their rigorous 24-week recruit training.

#427 Agniveers pass out from Parachute Regiment Training Centre



Over Rs 421 cr recovered in Maha ahead of LS polls: ECI

Mumbai, Apr 17 (UNI) According to the Election Commission, various departments of the central and state governments have confiscated a total of Rs 421.41 crore.

#Over Rs 421 cr recovered in Maha ahead of LS polls: ECI

584 migrants rescued off Libyan coast over past week: IOM

Tripoli, Apr 17 (UNI) The International Organization for Migration (IOM) on Tuesday said that 584 migrants were rescued off the coast of Libya in the past week.

#584 migrants rescued off Libyan coast over past week: IOM



LS Election : AAP announces remaining 4 LS Candidates in Punjab

Chandigarh, Apr 16 (UNI) The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Tuesday announced Lok Sabha candidates for the remaining Four seats in Punjab.

#LS Election : AAP announces remaining 4 LS Candidates in Punjab



Sunil Naraine''s century helps KKR set 224-run target for RR

Kolkata, April 16 (UNI) Sunil Narine played a fantastic innings to score a century and helped Kolkata Knight Riders set a 224-run target for Rajasthan Royals in the 31st match of IPL 2024 at Eden Gardens here on Tuesday.

#Sunil Naraine''''s century helps KKR set 224-run target for RR



Sunil Naraine''s century helps KKR set 224-run target for RR

Kolkata, April 16 (UNI) Sunil Narine played a fantastic innings to score a century and helped Kolkata Knight Riders set a 224-run target for Rajasthan Royals in the 31st match of IPL 2024 at Eden Gardens here on Tuesday.

#Sunil Naraine''''s century helps KKR set 224-run target for RR

Tremendous response for EAPCET -2024: Chairman

Kakinada, Apr 16 (UNI) JNTUK Vice Chancellor Prof GVR Prasadaraju, who is also the Chairman of Andhra Pradesh Engineering, Agriculture and Pharmacy Common Entrance Test (AP EAPCET-2024), on Tuesday said that there has been tremendous response this year for the test .

#Tremendous response for EAPCET -2024: Chairman

CBDT signs 125 APAs in FY24, gives push to ease of doing biz

New Delhi, April 16 (UNI) In a bid to provide investor-friendly tax regime and promote ease of doing business, the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) signed 125 Advance Pricing Agreements (APAs) with Indian taxpayers in the financial year 2023-24.

#CBDT signs 125 APAs in FY24 # gives push to ease of doing biz

Day temperatures rise above 40 degrees Celsius in 29 locations in Odisha

Bhubaneswar, Apr 16 (UNI) Several parts of Odisha are reeling under grueling heatwave conditions, with daytime temperatures rising to above 40 degrees Celsius in as many as 29 locations across the state on Tuesday.

#Day temperatures rise above 40 degrees Celsius in 29 locations in Odisha

'Ab ki baar 400 par' is just a gimmick: Londhe

Mumbai, April 16 (UNI) The Bharatiya Janata Party''s slogan of ''Ab ki baar 400 par'' is just a gimmick and there is no doubt that the BJP will face a massive defeat in the upcoming Lok Saha polls, Maharashtra Pradesh Congress Committee Chief Spokesperson Atul Londhe said here on Tuesday.

#'Ab ki baar 400 par' is just a gimmick: Londhe

Palestinian death toll in Gaza rises to 33,843

Gaza, April 16 (UNI) The Ministry of Health in Gaza announced Tuesday that the Palestinian death toll from ongoing Israeli attacks on the Gaza Strip has risen to 33,843.

The ministry said in a press statement that 46 people were killed and 110 others injured in five Israeli raids during the past 24 hours.

#Palestinian death toll in Gaza rises to 33 #843

MET City of RIL garners Rs 1,913 crore from booking of plots in 2023-24

New Delhi, Apr 16 (UNI) Reliance Model Economic Township (MET City), a wholly owned subsidiary of Reliance Industries Limited, on Tuesday said the total number of plots booked during 2023-24 stood at 1079 across all segments resulting in a booking value of Rs 1,913 crore, 60 per cent jump over previous year.

#MET City of RIL garners Rs 1 #913 crore from booking of plots in 2023-24



Raghavendra Rathore Jodhpur launches their Spring Summer 2024 collection at the Trunk show at Ritz Carlton (Pune) on 19th-20th April

New Delhi (India), April 16: Embracing the ethos of recycling and reinventing classic styling, the new collection offers an exquisite blend of heritage and contemporary designs, tailored for the discerning modern client.

Uganda to send five teams for 2024 ISF Football World Cup in Dalian

Kampala, Apr 16 (UNI) Uganda will send five teams to the 2024 International School Sport Federation (ISF) Football World Cup in China.

#Uganda to send five teams for 2024 ISF Football World Cup in Dalian



Sensex tanks 456.10 pts

Mumbai, April 16 (UNI) The equity market continued to slid for the third consecutive session on Tuesday as BSE Sensex plunged 456.10 pts to settle below 73K at 72,943.68 as selling was seen in IT, Bankex, Metal and Technology stocks amid concern over US rate cut and geographical tension in Middle East.

#Sensex tanks 456.10 pts

Olympic flame for Paris 2024 Summer Games lit in Ancient Olympia

Ancient Olympia (Greece), Apr 16 (UNI) The Olympic flame that will be burning for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games started its journey after being ignited at the birthplace of the Games in Ancient Olympia, Greece on Tuesday during a traditional ceremony.

#Olympic flame for Paris 2024 Summer Games lit in Ancient Olympia



Sensex drops over 400 points

Mumbai, Apr 16 (UNI) The equity market remained negative for the third straight session on Tuesday as the BSE Sensex plunged 413.46 pts below 73K at 72986.32 till noon trade as heavy selling was seen in IT, Bankex, and technology stocks.

#Sensex drops over 400 points



Srinagar boat capsize: 4 dead, several missing as rescue operation on

Srinagar, Apr 16 (UNI) A boat carrying nearly two dozen people, including schoolchildren, capsized in the Jhelum River in Srinagar, killing at least four people and leaving several others missing, officials said on Tuesday.

#Srinagar boat capsize: 4 dead #several missing as rescue operation on



ISL announces venues of 2023-2024 Playoffs & Semi-Finals

Mumbai, Apr 16 (UNI) The Indian Super League on Monday night announced the venues of the 2023 - 2024 knockouts and semi-finals to commence on April 19.

#ISL announces venues of 2023-2024 Playoffs & Semi-Finals



ISL: Dimitri Petratos named Player of Month for March 2024

Kolkata, Apr 16 (UNI) Dimitrios Petratos of Mohun Bagan Super Giant has clinched the Indian Super League (ISL) Player of the Month award for March 2024, it was announced on Monday night.

#ISL: Dimitri Petratos named Player of Month for March 2024



5.9-magnitude quake hits 143 km SE of Koshima, Japan: USGS

New, York, Apr 16 (UNI) An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.9 jolted 143 km SE of Koshima, Japan, at 22:38:57 GMT on Monday, the U.S. Geological Survey said.

#5.9-magnitude quake hits 143 km SE of Koshima #Japan: USGS

Odisha :Two Dead, 40 Injured as Kolkata-Bound Bus Falls from Flyover Bridge

Bhubaneswar, Apr 15 (UNI) At least two passengers were killed and about 40 others injured when a Kolkata-bound private bus from Cuttack met with an accident near Barbati in Odisha’s Jajpur district on Monday night.

#Odisha :Two Dead # 40 Injured as Kolkata-Bound Bus Falls from Flyover Bridge



Heat wave condition grips Odisha, Mercury hovers over 40 degree Celsius in 18 places

Bhubaneswar, Apr 15 (UNI) An intense heat wave conditions prevailed in several parts of Odisha with day temperature rising above 40 degrees Celsius in as many as 18 places in the state.

#Heat wave condition grips Odisha #Mercury hovers over 40 degree Celsius in 18 places



Stock market tanks over 845 points due to heightened Israel-Iran tensions

Mumbai, April 15 (UNI) Amidst rising geo-political tension and higher than expected US inflation, the stock markets today tanked right from word go and ended the day with a loss of whopping over 845 points to settle at 73399.78.

#Stock market tanks over 845 points due to heightened Israel-Iran tensions



Sensex tanks 845.12 pts

Mumbai, April 15 (UNI) The BSE Sensex on Monday plunged another 845.12 pts to settle at 73399.78 owing to geographical tension and higher than expected US inflation.

#Sensex tanks 845.12 pts

Overall exports marginally up at $776.68 BN in 2023-24; Trade deficit improves by 35.77%

New Delhi, Apr 15 (UNI) Despite persistent global challenges, India is estimated to surpass its record overall exports (merchandise plus services) at USD 776.68 Billion in FY 2023-24 as compared to USD 776.40 Billion in FY 2022-23, a move that has improved trade deficit significantly.

#Overall exports marginally up at $776.68 BN in 2023-24; Trade deficit improves by 35.77%



Gen Pande on 4-day visit to Uzbekistan

New Delhi, Apr 15 (UNI) Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Manoj Pande on Monday embarked on a four-day visit to Uzbekistan, marking a significant step towards enhancing defence cooperation between the two contries.

#Gen Pande on 4-day visit to Uzbekistan

Merchandise exports at USD 41.68 billion in March, highest monthly exports in FY 2023-24.

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#Merchandise exports at USD 41.68 billion in March # highest monthly exports in FY 2023-24.

Overall exports in 2023-24 estimated at USD 776.68 billion compared to USD 776.40 billion in 2022-23.

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#Overall exports in 2023-24 estimated at USD 776.68 billion compared to USD 776.40 billion in 2022-23.

Overall exports in 2023-24 estimated at USD 776.68 billion compared to USD 776.40 billion in 2022-23.

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#Overall exports in 2023-24 estimated at USD 776.68 billion compared to USD 776.40 billion in 2022-23.

Ambuja Cements to acquire My Home Group's grinding unit for Rs 414 crore

New Delhi, April 15 (UNI) Adani group-controlled Ambuja Cements has signed a definitive agreement to acquire My Home Group''s 1.5 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) cement grinding unit in Tuticorin for Rs 413.75 crore.

#Ambuja Cements to acquire My Home Group's grinding unit for Rs 414 crore



Enforcement agencies make record seizure of Rs 4650 crore before 1st phase polls: ECI

New Delhi, Apr 15 (UNI) Even before the country goes to vote for the first phase of polling on April 19, the enforcement agencies have so far seized Rs 4650 crores which is higher than the total seizures of the 2019 General Elections.

#Enforcement agencies make record seizure of Rs 4650 crore before 1st phase polls: ECI

4 killed, 12 injured in rocket attacks in Myanmar's Pyin Oo Lwin

Yangon, Apr 15 (UNI) Four people were killed and 12 others injured in rocket attacks in Pyin Oo Lwin of central Myanmar''s Mandalay region on Sunday night, the Information Team of Myanmar''s State Administration Council reported on Monday.

#4 killed # 12 injured in rocket attacks in Myanmar's Pyin Oo Lwin



UP: One killed, 4 injured after tempo hit by vehicle in Bahraich

Bahraich (UP), Apr 15 (UNI) One person was killed and four others were injured after a tempo was hit by a four-wheeler in Kotwali Dehat area of Bahraich district in Uttar Pradesh on Monday, police sources said here.

#UP: One killed #4 injured after tempo hit by vehicle in Bahraich



UP: One killed, 4 injured after being hit by vehicle in Bahraich

Bahraich (UP), Apr 15 (UNI) One person was killed and four others were injured after a tempo was hit by a four-wheeler in Kotwali Dehat area of Bahraich district in Uttar Pradesh on Monday, police sources said here.

#UP: One killed #4 injured after being hit by vehicle in Bahraich



Residential sales soar in first qr of 2024 : JLL

Kolkata, Apr 15 (UNI) Driven by supply from established developers, stable economic conditions, and positive buyer sentiments,
residential sales in the first quarter (Jan-March) of 2024 in India experienced significant growth, according to JLL, a leading global commercial real
estate and investment management company.

#Residential sales soar in first qr of 2024 : JLL

Wholesale price index for March 2024 up marginally to 0.53% from 0.20% in Feb 2024

Wholesale price index for March 2024 up marginally to 0.53% from 0.20% in Feb 2024 UNI SKB ARN.

BJP unveils election manifesto with vision of "Vikasita Bharat" by 2047: Kishan Reddy

Hyderabad, April 14 (UNI) Union Minister and Telangana BJP President G Kishan Reddy announced that the party has launched its election manifesto with the theme of "Vikasita Bharat" by 2027.

#BJP unveils election manifesto with vision of "Vikasita Bharat" by 2047: Kishan Reddy

Police, BSF recovered 9.47 lakh drug money, 72gms gold and 109gms silver from drug smuggler

Fazilka, Apr 14 (UNI) While probing backward linkages into 9.5kg Heroin recovery case, Fazilka
Police in collaboration with BSF, conducted an operation targeting a suspected drug smuggler in
a border Village Muhar Jamsher.

#Police # BSF recovered 9.47 lakh drug money # 72gms gold and 109gms silver from drug smuggler



Modi calls Cong Sultan of tukde-tukde gang, says 2024 LS polls will decide India''s future by 2047

Mysuru, Apr 14 (UNI) Making several strong statements regarding the Congress party and its alleged intentions and actions, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday stated that the 2024 Lok Sabha elections will not only decide the next five years but also the future of developed India by 2047.

#Modi calls Cong Sultan of tukde-tukde gang #says 2024 LS polls will decide India''''s future by 2047



Ambition of 140 cr people is my mission: PM

New Delhi, April 14 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday released the BJP''s manifesto ''Sankalp Patra'' with tagline ''Modi ki Guarantee'' and said that the ''ambition'' of 140 crore people of the country was his ''mission'' and sought their blessings in creating a ''Viksit Bharat''.

#Ambition of 140 cr people is my mission: PM



Iran launches 185 drones, 146 missiles to attack Israel

Jerusalem, April 14 (UNI) Iran has fired 185 drones, 36 cruise missiles and 110 surface-to-surface missiles at Israel, including from Iraq and Yemen, The New York Times reported, citing two Israeli officials.

#Iran launches 185 drones #146 missiles to attack Israel



G7 countries to discuss Iran’s attack on Israel on April 14

Rome, April 14 (UNI) The G7 countries plan to discuss via video link on Sunday the coordination of further actions following Iran''s attack on Israel, Bloomberg reported, citing sources.

#G7 countries to discuss Iran’s attack on Israel on April 14

Avesh, Maharaj restrict Punjab Kings to 147/8

Mullanpur, April 13 (UNI) Avesh Khan and Keshav Maharaj starred for Rajasthan Royals as they restricted Punjab Kings to a below-par total of 147/8 in the 27th match of IPL 2024 at Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium here on Saturday.

#Avesh # Maharaj restrict Punjab Kings to 147/8

Hyd : Congress poised to secure 14-15 Lok Sabha seats in Telangana

Hyderabad, Apr 13 (UNI) Telangana Civil Supplies and Irrigation Minister, Capt N Uttam Kumar Reddy, asserted that the Telangana Congress, by securing 14-15 Lok Sabha seats in the upcoming elections, aims to play a pivotal role in the formation of the next Congress-led Government at the Centre.

#Hyd : Congress poised to secure 14-15 Lok Sabha seats in Telangana

2024 Two Oceans Marathon held in Cape Town

Cape Town, Apr 13 (UNI) The 2024 Two Oceans Marathon was held on Saturday in Cape Town, South Africa, attracting tens of thousands of athletes and sports enthusiasts from across the globe.

#2024 Two Oceans Marathon held in Cape Town

Premier League to introduce semi-automated offside technology for 2024-25 season

London, Apr 12 (UNI) The Premier League has announced that it will introduce a semi-automated system to decide on tight offside decisions for the 2024-25 season.

#Premier League to introduce semi-automated offside technology for 2024-25 season

Avalanche warning issued in J&K’s Kupwara and Ganderbal for next 24 hours

Srinagar, April 13 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir State Disaster Management Authority on Saturday issued a low-danger level avalanche warning for Kupwara and Ganderbal districts for the next 24 hours.

#Avalanche warning issued in J&K’s Kupwara and Ganderbal for next 24 hours



11 die, 4 injured in militants highway blockade in SW Pak

Islamabad, Apr 13 (UNI) Eleven people died and four injured as militants killed passengers of several vehicles in Pakistan''s southwestern Balochistan province, officials said on Saturday.

#11 die #4 injured in militants highway blockade in SW Pak



Sean Paul & Kes team up for official anthem of ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024

Dubai, Apr 13 (UNI) Grammy Award winner Sean Paul and Soca superstar Kes are set to join forces for the official anthem of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024.

#Sean Paul & Kes team up for official anthem of ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024



Sean Paul & Kes team up for official anthem of ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024

Dubai, Apr 13 (UNI) Grammy Award winner Sean Paul and Soca superstar Kes are set to join forces for the official anthem of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024.

#Sean Paul & Kes team up for official anthem of ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024



Provision of 2,15, 850 ink bottles for 48 LS seats in Maha

Mumbai, Apr 13 (UNI) About 2,15,850 ink bottles will be required in Maharashtra to apply ink to the left index finger of the voters during the polling for 48 Lok Sabha constituencies in the state
A EC statement said that, there are 98,114 polling stations in the 48 Lok Sabha constituencies of the state.
Around 1,96,228 ink bottles, with 2 ink bottles each for each polling station has been arranged.
Apart from 1,96,228 ink bottles, a total of 2,15,850 ink bottles, which is 10 percent more, as well as the materials required for voting.

#Provision of 2 #15 #850 ink bottles for 48 LS seats in Maha



4 dead in Ecuador traffic accident

Quito, Apr 13 (UNI) At least 4 people were killed and 16 injured after a bus overturned on a highway in southern Ecuador on Friday, reported the Attorney General''s Office (FGE).

#4 dead in Ecuador traffic accident



Palestinian death toll in Gaza rises to 33,634: ministry

Gaza, Apr 13 (UNI) The Ministry of Health in the Gaza Strip said Friday that the Palestinian death toll has risen to 33,634 as a result of the ongoing Israeli attacks on the enclave.

#Palestinian death toll in Gaza rises to 33 #634: ministry



1 killed, 4 injured in clash in SW Pakistan

Islamabad, Apr 13 (UNI) One man was killed and four others were injured in a clash between security forces and militants in Pakistan''s southwest Balochistan province on Friday night, officials said.

#1 killed #4 injured in clash in SW Pakistan

Silk Route Ultra Trail 2024’ launched from Narkanda

Shimla, Apr 12 (UNI) Shimla District administration has organised a Himalayan Expedition Silk Route Ultra Trail from Narkanda to Sarahan from April 12-14 in which trail runners of national and international repute participating.

#Silk Route Ultra Trail 2024’ launched from Narkanda



ED attaches various assets of book value of Rs 50.47 cr in ration scam in Bengal

Kolkata, Apr 12 (UNI) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached various assets of book value of Rs 50.47 crore allegedly
acquired out of the Proceeds of Crime (PoC), derived and obtained from PDS Ration Scam by several persons, including arrested West Bengal food minister
Jyoti Priya Mallick, Bakibur Rahaman (rice and flour miller), Sankar Addhya and others, ED said on Friday.

#ED attaches various assets of book value of Rs 50.47 cr in ration scam in Bengal



IPL 2024: LSG win toss, elect to bat against DC

Lucknow, April 12 (UNI) Lucknow Super Giants won the toss and elected to bat first against Delhi Capitals in the 26th match of IPL 2024 at Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium here on Friday.

#IPL 2024: LSG win toss #elect to bat against DC



IPL 2024: LSG win toss, elect to bat against DC

Lucknow, April 12 (UNI) Lucknow Super Giants won the toss and elected to bat first against Delhi Capitals in the 26th match of IPL 2024 at Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium here on Friday.

#IPL 2024: LSG win toss #elect to bat against DC

Argentine court rules Iran, Hezbollah responsible for 1994 terrorist attack

Buenos Aires, Apr 12 (UNI) The Argentine Federal Chamber of Criminal Cassation has decided to review the verdicts in the case of the attack on the Jewish cultural centre in 1994 and conduct a new trial in absentia of Iranians tried in the case, and concluded that the terrorist attack was organised by Lebanese armed group Hezbollah, the media reported.

#Argentine court rules Iran # Hezbollah responsible for 1994 terrorist attack



India''s retail inflation eases to 4.85 pc in March

New Delhi, April 12 (UNI) India''s retail inflation measured by consumer price index (CPI) eased to 4.85% in March 2024 from 5.09% in the previous month, according to official data released on Friday.

#India''s retail inflation eases to 4.85 pc in March

India's retail inflation eases to 4.85 percent in March 2024 : Govt data

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#India's retail inflation eases to 4.85 percent in March 2024 : Govt data

Israel expects Hamas response on ceasefire, exchange of hostages within 24 hrs

Jerusalem, Apr 12 (UNI) Israel expects response from Palestinian movement Hamas on a ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip in exchange for the release of hostages within the next 24 hours, Israeli public broadcaster Kan reported on Thursday, citing a source familiar with the negotiations.

#Israel expects Hamas response on ceasefire # exchange of hostages within 24 hrs



TCS starts earning season for Q4 for IT sector on high; report 9.1 pc jump in net income at Rs 12434 cr

Mumbai, Apr 12 (UNI) IT Major Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) on Friday started the earning season for the Q4 for tech sector on a high note as it reported 9.1 per cent jump in net profit at Rs 12,434 crore during January-March quarter of 2023-24.

#TCS starts earning season for Q4 for IT sector on high; report 9.1 pc jump in net income at Rs 12434 cr

Strict enforcement of code of conduct, Liquor worth Rs 24 lakhs seized: Dist Administration

Jalgaon, Apr 12 (UNI) The administration in Raver and Jalgaon Lok Sabha constituencies in Jalgaon district is implementing a model code of conduct and is investigating the seizure of weapons, cash, alcohol, drugs, and precious metals.

#Strict enforcement of code of conduct # Liquor worth Rs 24 lakhs seized: Dist Administration



UP: BSP releases 4th list of candidates for LS poll

Lucknow, Apr 12 (UNI) Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) on Friday released the fourth list of nine candidates for Lok Sabha elections in Uttar Pradesh.

#UP: BSP releases 4th list of candidates for LS poll

HP introduces AI-enhanced gaming & creation laptops, Omen transcend 14

Mumbai, Apr 12 (UNI) HP has introduced its range of AI-enhanced laptops designed for gamers and content creators in India at Rs 99,999 and Rs 1,74999 respectively.

#HP introduces AI-enhanced gaming & creation laptops # Omen transcend 14



Sensex tumble down over 400 points

Mumbai, Apr 12 (UNI) The BSE Sensex on Friday nosedived 409.17 points at 74628.98 in the opening session on profit booking by local operators.

#Sensex tumble down over 400 points



4 killed in road accident in Pakistan''s Punjab

Islmabad, Apr 12 (UNI) Four people were killed and 10 others injured in a road accident in Pakistan''s east Punjab province on Thursday, local reports said.

#4 killed in road accident in Pakistan''s Punjab



Mohun Bagan beat Bengaluru FC 4-0 in ISL

Bengaluru, Apr 12 (UNI) Mohun Bagan Super Giant (MBSG) defeated Bengaluru FC by 4-0 at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium here on Thursday night to take the battle of becoming the Indian Super League (ISL) 2023-24 League Winners to the final day of the league stages on April 15.

#Mohun Bagan beat Bengaluru FC 4-0 in ISL



IPL 2024: LSG aim fourth win in a row

Lucknow, April 11 (UNI) The Lucknow Super Giants are in high spirits, aiming for their fourth consecutive win of the season as they prepare to face the Delhi Capitals at the BRSABV Ekana Cricket Stadium here on Friday.

#IPL 2024: LSG aim fourth win in a row



IPL 2024: LSG aim fourth win in a row

Lucknow, April 11 (UNI) The Lucknow Super Giants are in high spirits, aiming for their fourth consecutive win of the season as they prepare to face the Delhi Capitals at the BRSABV Ekana Cricket Stadium here on Friday.

#IPL 2024: LSG aim fourth win in a row



IPL 2024: LSG aim fourth win in a row

Lucknow, April 11 (UNI) The Lucknow Super Giants are in high spirits, aiming for their fourth consecutive win of the season as they prepare to face the Delhi Capitals at the BRSABV Ekana Cricket Stadium here on Friday.

#IPL 2024: LSG aim fourth win in a row



PVR INOX expands footprint in South India with its 14-screen megaplex

Bengaluru, April 11 (UNI) In continuation of PVR INOX''s commitment to providing unparalleled cinematic experiences to its audience, the company launched its 14-screen Megaplex at Phoenix Mall of Asia, equipped with cutting-edge technology and premium formats like MX4D and ScreenX here on Thursday.

#PVR INOX expands footprint in South India with its 14-screen megaplex

Rupyy achieves $2 bn ARR milestone in FY 23-24

Hyderabad, Apr 11 (UNI) Rupyy, India’s leading lending fintech platform in the financing industry, on Thursday said it has achieved a remarkable milestone by clocking an annualized loan disbursal run rate of around $2 billion in FY 23-24.

#Rupyy achieves $2 bn ARR milestone in FY 23-24

Twenty clubs gear up for National Group Stage of RFDL 2024

Mumbai, Apr 11 (UNI) The Reliance Foundation Development League (RFDL) 2024 has reached a pivotal moment as the Regional Qualifiers conclude, paving the way for an intense National Group Stage.

#Twenty clubs gear up for National Group Stage of RFDL 2024



Merc India sells over 18K cars in FY24, highest ever sales in fiscal

Mumbai, Apr 11 (UNI) Luxury carmaker Mercedes-Benz India said on Thursday that its total sales in financial year 2023-24 stood at 18,123 units, a 10pc year-on-year increase and also its highest ever sales in a year.

#Merc India sells over 18K cars in FY24 #highest ever sales in fiscal

Indian Super League 2023-24 final to be played on May 4

Mumbai, Apr 11 (UNI) The Indian Super League (ISL) has announced the dates of the 2023-24 season final and the playoffs scheduled to start this month.

#Indian Super League 2023-24 final to be played on May 4



Finding form ahead of T20WC 2024: Stars showing wares at IPL

Mumbai, Apr 11 (UNI) IPL 2024 has seen a number of world-class performers showcase the best of their game, as India''s domestic stars make a final case for the T20 World Cup squad selection.

#Finding form ahead of T20WC 2024: Stars showing wares at IPL



Finding form ahead of T20WC 2024: Stars showing wares at IPL

Mumbai, Apr 11 (UNI) IPL 2024 has seen a number of world-class performers showcase the best of their game, as India''s domestic stars make a final case for the T20 World Cup squad selection.

#Finding form ahead of T20WC 2024: Stars showing wares at IPL



Widespread light to moderate rain during next 48 hrs over J&K: MeT

Srinagar, Apr 11 (UNI) Meteorological Centre Srinagar on Thursday predicted widespread light to moderate rain during the next 48 hours over Jammu and Kashmir.

#Widespread light to moderate rain during next 48 hrs over J&K: MeT



Palestinian death toll in Gaza rises to 33,482: ministry

Gaza, April 11 (UNI) The Ministry of Health in Gaza said Wednesday that the Palestinian death toll has risen to 33,482 as a result of ongoing Israeli attacks.

#Palestinian death toll in Gaza rises to 33 #482: ministry

Five of family among 6 killed, 4 injured in road accident in TN

Madurai (Tamil Nadu), Apr 10 (UNI) In a gruesome tragedy, six people, including five members of a family, were killed on the spot, after a rashly driven sports utility vehicle (SUV) hit a two-wheeler and crashed into the median, then flipped in air before crashing on opposite side service road at Sivarakottai near Tirumangalam on the Virudhunagar-Madurai four-lane here on Wednesday.

#Five of family among 6 killed # 4 injured in road accident in TN



PM Modi to address poll rallies in Karnataka on April 14

Bengaluru, April 10 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address Lok Sabha poll rallies in Karnataka on April 14, a BJP official said on Wednesday.

#PM Modi to address poll rallies in Karnataka on April 14



Election Code: Rs. 4.4 cr worth of narcotics, liquor, cash, & jewellery seized: Kakinada Collector

Kakinada, April 10 (UNI) As a part of the strict implementation of the election code, cash, liquor, narcotics, and silver and gold articles worth Rs. 4.4 crore were seized through the election seizure management system by conducting intensive searches in Kakinada district from March 16 till April 10.

#Election Code: Rs. 4.4 cr worth of narcotics #liquor #cash #& jewellery seized: Kakinada Collector

Turkey mulls sending S-400 weapons to Iraq border for operation against PKK

Ankara, April 10 (UNI) The Turkish military is considering deploying Russian-made S-400 air defence systems along the southeastern border with Iraq as Ankara prepares to crack down on Iraqi Kurdish militants, the media reported on Wednesday.

#Turkey mulls sending S-400 weapons to Iraq border for operation against PKK

Russian Mi-24 helicopter crashes over Black Sea

Moscow, April 10 (UNI) A Mi-24 helicopter crashed over the Black Sea near the western coast of Crimea on Wednesday, according to Russia''s Ministry of Defence.

#Russian Mi-24 helicopter crashes over Black Sea

Kyiv loses nearly 400 soldiers in Avdiivka direction in past day

Kyiv, April 10 (UNI) Russian forces have repelled 11 counterattacks in the Avdiivka direction, also known as Avdeyevka, over the past 24 hours, where Ukrainian troops have lost up to 395 service people, the Russian Defense Ministry said on Wednesday.

#Kyiv loses nearly 400 soldiers in Avdiivka direction in past day

Russia court approves 4.6bln rubles fine for Google for extremist content

Moscow, April 10 (UNI) The Moscow city court on Wednesday approved a third turnover fine for Google in the amount of 4.6 billion rubles ($49 million) for its refusal to delete YouTube videos spreading false information about Russia''s special military operation in Ukraine, extremist and LGBT content, the court’s spokeswoman told Sputnik.

#Russia court approves 4.6bln rubles fine for Google for extremist content

Merck Foundation Marks ‘World Health Day’ 2024 - Providing More Than 1740 Scholarships to Doctors from 52 Countries in Africa and Asia



Sikh community to celebrate Vaisakhi in grand scale from April 12 to 14

Hyderabad, Apr 10 (UNI) The 325th Khalsa Panth Foundation Day Celebration, popularly known as "Vaisakhi", will be celebrated on a grand scale by the Sikh community of Telangana from April 12 to 14, 2024.

#Sikh community to celebrate Vaisakhi in grand scale from April 12 to 14



Chhattisgarh: Death toll in Durg accident rises to 14, President, PM express grief

Raipur, April 10 (UNI) The death toll in a bus accident in Kumhari of Durg district in Chhattisgarh has increased to 14 after more injured succumbed, police sources said on Wednesday.

#Chhattisgarh: Death toll in Durg accident rises to 14 #President #PM express grief



Maha: 2,641 new polling stations across 48 LS seats

Mumbai, Apr 10 (UNI) For the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, 2,641 new polling stations have been added in the state, and this time there will be 98,114 polling stations in the state, official said on Wednesday.

#Maha: 2 #641 new polling stations across 48 LS seats

8 killed, 4 injured in traffic accident in Tunisia

Tunis, Apr 10 (UNI) Eight people were killed and four others injured in a car collision in Tunisia on Tuesday, private radio station Jawhara FM reported.

#8 killed # 4 injured in traffic accident in Tunisia



Israeli airstrike kills 14 in Gaza''s refugee camp

Gaza, Apr 10 (UNI) At least 14 Palestinians were killed in an Israeli airstrike targeting a house in the Nuseirat refugee camp in central Gaza, Palestinian medical sources and eyewitnesses said Tuesday.

#Israeli airstrike kills 14 in Gaza''s refugee camp



3 dead, 4 missing in explosion at Italy power station

Rome, April 10 (UNI) An explosion at an Italian power station on Tuesday killed at least three people and left 4 others missing. Another four people were hospitalized with serious burns.

#3 dead #4 missing in explosion at Italy power station

Odisha police seizes 500 quntials of Ganja in first quarter of 2024

Bhubaneswar, Apr 9 (UNI) The Odisha Police has seized around 500 quintals of ganja during the first quarter of 2024 from January 1 to March 31.

#Odisha police seizes 500 quntials of Ganja in first quarter of 2024

Ukraine lost over 480 soldiers in Donetsk in past 24 hrs: Russia

Moscow, April 9 (UNI) Ukraine has lost more than 480 soldiers in Donetsk over the past 24 hours, the Russian Defence Ministry claimed on Tuesday.

#Ukraine lost over 480 soldiers in Donetsk in past 24 hrs: Russia

6.6-magnitude quake hits 147 km NW of Tobelo, Indonesia -- USGS

Hong Kong, Apr 9 (UNI) An earthquake with a magnitude of 6.6 jolted 147 km NW of Tobelo, Indonesia at 0948 GMT on Tuesday, the U.S. Geological Survey said.

#6.6-magnitude quake hits 147 km NW of Tobelo # Indonesia -- USGS

At least 14 killed in road accidents in NW Kenya

Nakuru, Apr 9 (UNI) At least 14 people were killed and several others injured in two separate road accidents in northwest Kenya within a few hours, police said on Tuesday.

#At least 14 killed in road accidents in NW Kenya

UP: Three killed, 24 injured as bus collides with truck

Pratapgarh (UP), April 9 (UNI) Three people were killed and 24 others were injured when a private bus carrying pilgrims collided head-on with a truck in the Hathigawa area of Pratapgarh district here in Uttar Pradesh, police sources said on Tuesday.

#UP: Three killed # 24 injured as bus collides with truck

25,000 houses damaged by disasters in Myanmar in FY 2023-24

Yangon, Apr 9 (UNI) Disasters that occurred in fiscal year 2023-24 through the end of March damaged 25,460 houses in Myanmar, affecting 76,601 households, a government official said Tuesday.

#25 #000 houses damaged by disasters in Myanmar in FY 2023-24



Sensex opens at historic high of 75,124.28

Mumbai, April 9 (UNI) The BSE Sensex on Tuesday opened at an all-time high, touching the 75,000-level for the first time at 75124.28, up 382 points as buying was seen across board amid mixed global cues.

#Sensex opens at historic high of 75 #124.28



Elections: 204 candidates in fray for 8 LS seats for second phase in Maha

(rpt, correcting figure)
Mumbai, Apr 9 (UNI) Chief Electoral Officer and Principal Secretary S Chokkalingam announced that the applications of 299 candidates are eligible, and some of them have withdrawn, so 204 eligible candidates have been selected for the upcoming election for eight Lok Sabha seats in the second phase of the state.

#Elections: 204 candidates in fray for 8 LS seats for second phase in Maha



Elections: 204 candidates in fray for 8 LS seats for second phase in Maha

Mumbai, Apr 9 (UNI) Chief Electoral Officer and Principal Secretary S Chokkalingam announced that the applications of 299 candidates are eligible, and some of them have withdrawn, so 204204 eligible candidates have been selected for the upcoming election for eight Lok Sabha seats in the second phase of the state.

#Elections: 204 candidates in fray for 8 LS seats for second phase in Maha

Lok Sabha: Final list of candidates prepared, 194 candidates in fray

Thiruvananthapuram, April 8 (UNI) As the deadline for withdrawing nomination papers for the Lok Sabha elections ended, 194 candidates are in the fray for the 20 Lok Sabha constituencies in Kerala.

#Lok Sabha: Final list of candidates prepared # 194 candidates in fray

Mahavir Mandir Trust releases Rs 355.54 crore budget for fiscal 2024-25

Patna, Apr 8 (UNI) On the eve of Chaiti Navratra beginning on Tuesday, Mahavir Mandir Trust released an annual budget of Rs 355.54 crore for the financial year 2024-25 on Monday, incorporating income and expenditure against various welfare projects during this period.

#Mahavir Mandir Trust releases Rs 355.54 crore budget for fiscal 2024-25

43 candidates withdraw nominations, 23 remain in fray in Nanded

Nanded, Apr 8 (UNI) As many as 43 candidates out of total 66 withdrew their nominations for the Nanded Lok Sabha constituency in Marathwada region of Maharashtra, which will go to polls on April 26 in the second phase of five-phased elections.

#43 candidates withdraw nominations # 23 remain in fray in Nanded

Over 3.05 lakh candidates applied for AP EAPCET -2024: JNTUK VC

Kakinada, Apr 8 (UNI) JNTUK Vice Chancellor and Chairman of Andhra Pradesh Engineering, Agriculture and Pharmacy common entrance test (AP EAPCET)-2024 Prof GVR Prasada Raju on Monday said that so far 3,05,754 candidates have applied for the test, of whom, 2,35,417 for engineering and 69,445 for agriculture and pharmacy.

#Over 3.05 lakh candidates applied for AP EAPCET -2024: JNTUK VC

CII committed to empowering MSMEs for Viksit Bharat by 2047, launches Task Force, to hold Mystic South summit

Chennai, Apr 8 (UNI) The Confederation of Indian Industry, Southern Region (CIISR) will contribute
to Viksit Bharat aimed at transforming India into a fully developed nation by the year 2047 and has
set up a State-level Task Force for this purpose.

#CII committed to empowering MSMEs for Viksit Bharat by 2047 # launches Task Force # to hold Mystic South summit

Planys Technologies secures Rs 43 cr funding

Chennai, Apr 8 (UNI) Planys Technologies, an IIT Madras Incubation Cell deep tech startup pioneering in underwater infrastructure testing, has secured a Rs 43 crore equity infusion led by renowned investor Ashish Kacholia.

#Planys Technologies secures Rs 43 cr funding



IPL 2024: Punjab Kings look to upset Sunrisers Hyderabad''s dominance

Mullanpur, April 8 (UNI) The stage is set for an exciting clash as Punjab Kings and Sunrisers Hyderabad gear up to face each other at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium here on Tuesday.

#IPL 2024: Punjab Kings look to upset Sunrisers Hyderabad''s dominance

It’s a fight to finish as clubs search for extra mile in ISL 2023-24

Kolkata, Apr 8 (UNI) The Indian Super League (ISL) Shield race has produced peak entertainment and excitement heading into the final week of the league campaign.

#It’s a fight to finish as clubs search for extra mile in ISL 2023-24

Over 10,400 houses flooded in parts of Russia

Moscow, April 8 (UNI) More than 10,400 residential houses have been flooded across Russia''s western Siberia, the Volga region and Central Federal District, the Russian Ministry of Emergency Situations said Monday.

#Over 10 #400 houses flooded in parts of Russia



Auto retail logs double-digit growth in FY24

New Delhi, April 8 (UNI) India''s auto retail witnessed robust growth in financial year 2023-24 with resurgence seen in the two-wheeler segment on the back of new model launches and sharp jump in electric vehicle (EV) segment, as per data released by trade body Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) on Monday.

#Auto retail logs double-digit growth in FY24

SER recorded an all-time freight loading and revenue earning in 2023-24

Kolkata, Apr 8 (UNI) South Eastern Railway has registered an all-time freight loading as well as generating the highest revenue in the 2023-24 fiscal year ended March 31, 2024, official sources said on Monday.

#SER recorded an all-time freight loading and revenue earning in 2023-24

Maha: 4-member gang arrested for deer hunting in Satara

Kolhapur, Satara, Apr 8 (UNI) Four members of a gang were arrested on Monday who hunted a ''Pisori'' deer at the border area of Mahableshwar in Satara district.

#Maha: 4-member gang arrested for deer hunting in Satara

SER records all time freight loading & revenue earning in 23-24

Kolkata, Apr 8 (UNI) South Eastern Railway has registered an all time freight loading as well as generating highest revenue in the
2023-24 fiscal year, official sources said on Monday.

#SER records all time freight loading & revenue earning in 23-24



Heatwave conditions likely in Telangana in next 24 hours: Met

Hyderabad, Apr 8 (UNI) Heat wave conditions are very likely to prevail at isolated places in Khammam, Suryapet, Mahabubnagar, Nagarkurnool, Wanaparthy, Narayanpet, and Jogulamba Gadwal districts of Telangana during the next 24 hours, the Meteorological Centre said on Monday.

#Heatwave conditions likely in Telangana in next 24 hours: Met

Some 40 foreigners held in Afghanistan's jails: official

Kabul, Apr 8 (UNI) Some 40 foreign nationals are currently imprisoned in Afghanistan''s jails, local media reported Sunday.

#Some 40 foreigners held in Afghanistan's jails: official



Corporal Amar Singh clinches gold in 24 hour Marathon in Canberra

Bengaluru, Apr 8 (UNI) Corporal Amar Singh Devanda from the Indian Ultra Marathon team has clinched the Gold at the 24-hour IAU Asia Oceanic Championship in Canberra, marking a remarkable feat in his athletic career.

#Corporal Amar Singh clinches gold in 24 hour Marathon in Canberra

4 killed, 8 injured in car crash in Myanmar

Yangon, Apr 8 (UNI) Four people were killed, and eight others injured in a car crash in eastern Myanmar''s Shan State, an official from the Myanmar Fire Services Department told Xinhua on Monday.

#4 killed # 8 injured in car crash in Myanmar

Türkiye sends 40k tons of aid to Gaza

Istanbul, Apr 8 (UNI) Türkiye has so far delivered roughly 40,000 tons of humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip, with plans underway to send another shipment of aid this month, the state-run TRT broadcaster reported Sunday.

#Türkiye sends 40k tons of aid to Gaza

BJP-TDP-JSP to form govt in AP in 2024: Pawan Kalyan

Visakhapatnam, Apr 7 (UNI) Jana Sena Party (JSP) president Pawan Kalyan on Sunday exuded confidence that BJP-TDP-JSP ally will form the next government in Andhra Pradesh in 2024.

#BJP-TDP-JSP to form govt in AP in 2024: Pawan Kalyan

Jammu Police identifies 14 ‘drug hot spots’ areas

Jammu, Apr 7 (UNI) Highlighting various efforts to eliminate the drug menace in the city, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Jammu, Vinod Kumar on Sunday said 14 locations have been identified as ‘drug hot spots’.

#Jammu Police identifies 14 ‘drug hot spots’ areas

Jammu Police identifies 14 ‘drug hot spots’ areas

Jammu, Apr 7 (UNI) Highlighting various efforts aimed at eliminating the drug menace in the city, senior superintendent of police (SSP) Jammu, Vinod Kumar, said on Sunday that 14 locations have been identified as ‘drug hot spots’.

#Jammu Police identifies 14 ‘drug hot spots’ areas



Tim David, Romario sheperd MI to their first win of IPL 2024

Mumbai, Apr 7 (UNI) Romario Shepherd and Tim David''s late-onslaught powered Mumbai Indians to their first victory in a day-night match of IPL 2024 at Wankhede Stadium here on Sunday.

#Tim David #Romario sheperd MI to their first win of IPL 2024



Tim David, Romario sheperd MI to their first win of IPL 2024

Mumbai, Apr 7 (UNI) Romario Shepherd and Tim David''s late-onslaught powered Mumbai Indians to their first victory in a day-night match of IPL 2024 at Wankhede Stadium here on Sunday.

#Tim David #Romario sheperd MI to their first win of IPL 2024

38 kg of heroin, 134 kg of meth seized in Mizoram over 3 months

Aizawl, Apr 7 (UNI) Enforcement agencies in Mizoram seized a staggering 38.36 kg heroin as well as around 134 kg methamphetamine between January and March, officials said on Sunday.

#38 kg of heroin # 134 kg of meth seized in Mizoram over 3 months



Romario''s last-over onslaught shepherds MI to 234/5 against DC

Mumbai, Apr 7 (UNI) In an IPL encounter held at Wanhede Stadium here on Sunday, Romario Shepherd''s aggressive onslaught in the final over, particularly against Anrich Nortje, significantly contributed to Mumbai Indians'' highest total of 234/5 against Delhi Capitals.

#Romario''s last-over onslaught shepherds MI to 234/5 against DC



Romario''s last-over onslaught shepherds MI to 234/5 against DC

Mumbai, Apr 7 (UNI) In an IPL encounter held at Wanhede Stadium here on Sunday, Romario Shepherd''s aggressive onslaught in the final over, particularly against Anrich Nortje, significantly contributed to Mumbai Indians'' highest total of 234/5 against Delhi Capitals.

#Romario''s last-over onslaught shepherds MI to 234/5 against DC



Action against corruption in Bengal be hardened after June 4: Modi

Jalpaiguri, Apr 7 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday vowed to take stringent action against corruption in West Bengal after June 4 and assured the poor people, that property worth Rs 3000 crore, which was siphoned off and seized by the Enforcement Directorate (ED), would be returned.

#Action against corruption in Bengal be hardened after June 4: Modi

5.4-magnitude quake hits Xinjiang, no casualties reported

Urumqi, Apr 7 (UNI) A 5.4-magnitude earthquake jolted Baicheng County in northwest China''s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region at 4:46 p.m. Sunday (Beijing Time), according to the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC).

#5.4-magnitude quake hits Xinjiang # no casualties reported

5.4-magnitude quake hits China's Xinjiang

Beijing, April 7 (UNI) A 5.4-magnitude earthquake jolted Baicheng County in northwest China''s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region at 4:46 p.m. Sunday (Beijing Time), according to the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC).

#5.4-magnitude quake hits China's Xinjiang

Heatwave conditions likely in Telangana in next 24 hours: Met

Hyderabad, April 7 (UNI) Heatwave conditions are very likely to prevail at isolated places in Bhadradri Kothagudem, Khammam, Nalgonda, Suryapet, Wanaparthy, Jogulamba Gadwal districts of Telangana during the next 24 hours, Meteorological Centre said on Sunday.

#Heatwave conditions likely in Telangana in next 24 hours: Met



Punjab: Women among 4 held for assaulting, stripping & parading women

Chandigarh, April 7 (UNI) The Tarn Taran police have arrested four people, including a woman, for assaulting and parading a woman in a semi-naked condition in the street of village Voltoha, said SSP Tarn Taran Ashwani Kapur here on Saturday.

#Punjab: Women among 4 held for assaulting #stripping & parading women



Athletic Club Bilbao end 40-year wait to win Spanish Copa del Rey

Seville, Apr 7 (UNI) Athletic Club Bilbao ended their 40-year wait to win the Copa del Rey title in Spain with a 4-2 win on penalties over Mallorca after 120 minutes of football ended 1-1.

#Athletic Club Bilbao end 40-year wait to win Spanish Copa del Rey



Athletic Club Bilbao end 40-year wait to win Spanish Copa del Rey

Seville, Apr 7 (UNI) Athletic Club Bilbao ended their 40-year wait to win the Copa del Rey title in Spain with a 4-2 win on penalties over Mallorca after 120 minutes of football ended 1-1.

#Athletic Club Bilbao end 40-year wait to win Spanish Copa del Rey



Liaoning wins 2023-2024 CBA regular season

Beijing, Apr 7 (UNI) The Liaoning Flying Leopards beat Zhejiang Lions 101-96 in the final round for a 43-9 win-loss record to win the 2023-2024 regular season of the Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) league on Saturday.

#Liaoning wins 2023-2024 CBA regular season



Liaoning wins 2023-2024 CBA regular season

Beijing, Apr 7 (UNI) The Liaoning Flying Leopards beat Zhejiang Lions 101-96 in the final round for a 43-9 win-loss record to win the 2023-2024 regular season of the Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) league on Saturday.

#Liaoning wins 2023-2024 CBA regular season



Three injured in Greece''s first major wildfire in 2024

Athens, April 7 (UNI) Three people were injured during Greece''s first major wildfire of this year, which broke out on Crete island in southern Greece, according to Fire Brigade officers.

#Three injured in Greece''''s first major wildfire in 2024



Kahalgaon station of NTPC produces 16555.02 million units of power in fiscal 2023-24

Kahalgaon, Apr 6 (UNI) Kahalgaon super thermal power station of NTPC produced 16555.02 Million Units (MU) of power in fiscal 2023-24, surpassing surpassing all previous records.

#Kahalgaon station of NTPC produces 16555.02 million units of power in fiscal 2023-24

Telangana Police seizes over Rs 49 cr worth of materials in MCC enforcement

Hyderabad, Apr 6 (UNI) Telangana Police have made significant seizures totalling Rs 49 crores in the first three weeks of Model Code of Conduct (MCC) enforcement, aimed at ensuring fair elections ahead of the scheduled Parliament Elections on May 13.

#Telangana Police seizes over Rs 49 cr worth of materials in MCC enforcement

Police apprehended 4 members of a robber's gang involved in an ATM heist

Hoshiarpur (Punjab), Apr 6 (UNI) Mehtiana police have apprehended four members of a robbers'' gang involved in an ATM heist and have recovered oxygen cylinders, gas cutters, pipes, and motorcycles from them.

#Police apprehended 4 members of a robber's gang involved in an ATM heist



Mehak Chandel from Shimla cracks Miss England 2024 semi-finals

Hamirpur, Apr 6 (UNI) Mehak Chandel, a proud representative of Himachal Pradesh, is making waves in Miss England 2024 with her uplifting journey.

#Mehak Chandel from Shimla cracks Miss England 2024 semi-finals

DRI seizes 4.9 kg of foreign origin gold worth Rs 3.43 cr at mid sea, 3 held

Chennai, Apr 6 (UNI) Officials of the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI)
seized 4.9 kgs of foreign origin gold, being smuggled into India from Sri Lanka,
in a fishing boat at mid sea near Vedhalai coast at Mandapam in Ramanathapuram
district of Tamil Nadu and apprehended three people in this connection.

#DRI seizes 4.9 kg of foreign origin gold worth Rs 3.43 cr at mid sea # 3 held



BJP ready for ''Ab Ki Baar 400 Par'': senior party leader

Mumbai, Apr 6 (UNI) The Bharatiya Janata Party has become so strong that it is ready for ''Ab Ki Baar 400 Par'', expressed Ram Naik, senior BJP leader and former governor of Uttar Pradesh, on Saturday.

#BJP ready for ''Ab Ki Baar 400 Par'': senior party leader

Road accident kills 2, injures 4 in S Afghanistan

Qalat, Afghanistan, Apr 6 (UNI) Two people were killed with four others injured in a road crash in south Afghanistan''s Zabul province, provincial police spokesperson Zabihullah Johar said on Saturday.

#Road accident kills 2 # injures 4 in S Afghanistan

Heatwave conditions likely in AP in the next 24 hours: Met

Amaravati, Apr 6 (UNI) Heatwave conditions are likely to prevail at isolated places in North Coastal Andhra Pradesh and Yanam and Rayalaseema during the next 24 hours, the Meteorological Centre said on Saturday.

#Heatwave conditions likely in AP in the next 24 hours: Met

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4 killed in coal mine accident in central China

Changsha, Apr 6 (UNI) Four people were killed in a coal mine accident in Lengshuijiang City, central China''s Hunan Province, on Friday, local authorities said Saturday.

#4 killed in coal mine accident in central China



Cong in pitiable state, will not cross 40 seats: Vijayendra Yediyurappa

Bengaluru, April 6 (UNI) Karnataka BJP President Vijayendra Yediyurappa expressing confidence in his party''s performance in the upcoming Lok Sabha polls has asserted that the Congress which is in a pitiable state will not secure more than 40 seats in the elections.

#Cong in pitiable state #will not cross 40 seats: Vijayendra Yediyurappa



IPL 2024: SRH beat CSK by 6 wickets

Hyderabad, Apr 5 (UNI) In the TATA IPL 2024 match at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium here on Friday, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) emerged victorious by six wickets against the Chennai Super Kings (CSK).

#IPL 2024: SRH beat CSK by 6 wickets



IPL 2024: CSK ends with modest 165/5 against SRH

Hyderabad, April 5 (UNI) Chennai Super Kings (CSK) struggled to capitalise on their batting opportunities, ending with a modest total of 165 for 5 against the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in an Indian Premier League match on Friday.

#IPL 2024: CSK ends with modest 165/5 against SRH



Punjab: Inter-state gang of criminals busted, 4 arrested

Kapurthala, Apr 5 (UNI) Punjab Police busted an inter-state gang of criminals and weapon suppliers and recovered seven pistols and 300 gms of Heroin from four persons who have been arrested in Kapurthala district, an officer said on Friday.

#Punjab: Inter-state gang of criminals busted #4 arrested



Magnitude 4.8 earthquake strikes Greater New York Area, New Jersey - USGS

Washington, Apr 5 (UNI) A magnitude 4.8 earthquake hit New York and New Jersey on Friday, the United States Geological Survey said.

#Magnitude 4.8 earthquake strikes Greater New York Area #New Jersey - USGS

Bhubaneswar sizzles at 43.5 degrees Celsius, hottest place in Odisha

Bhubaneswar, Apr 5 (UNI)The state capital, Bhubaneswar, became the hottest place in Odisha on Friday as the daytime temperature soared to an unprecedented 43.5 degrees Celsius.

#Bhubaneswar sizzles at 43.5 degrees Celsius # hottest place in Odisha



Manipur: 94 Spl polling stations for internally displaced persons

Imphal, Apr 5 (UNI) A total of 94 special polling stations have been arranged for the displaced persons in Manipur, an election official said on Friday.

#Manipur: 94 Spl polling stations for internally displaced persons



Army foils first infiltration bid of 2024 in Kashmir; two militants killed

Srinagar, Apr 5 (UNI) Two suspected militants were killed on Friday as the Army foiled the first infiltration attempt of this year along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir''s Baramulla district.

#Army foils first infiltration bid of 2024 in Kashmir; two militants killed

Over 1.84 lakh Olive Ridleys arrive for mass nesting at Nasi 2 beach in Odisha.

Kendrapara, Apr 5 (UNI) The much-awaited mass nesting of endangered Olive Ridley sea turtles has started at Nasi-2 since Tuesday evening.

#Over 1.84 lakh Olive Ridleys arrive for mass nesting at Nasi 2 beach in Odisha.

Two arrested, Rs 40 lakh seized by Hyderabad Police

Hyderabad, Apr 5 (UNI) The city police have apprehended two individuals and confiscated a net cash of Rs 40 lakhs along with a car from their possession.

#Two arrested # Rs 40 lakh seized by Hyderabad Police

Heatwave conditions likely in S. Coastal AP & Rayalaseema in next 48 hours: Met

Amaravati, April 5 (UNI) Heatwave conditions are likely to prevail in South Coastal Andhra Pradesh and Rayalaseema during the next 48 hours, Meteorological Centre said on Friday.

#Heatwave conditions likely in S. Coastal AP & Rayalaseema in next 48 hours: Met



Sensex ends flat at 74248.22 pts

Mumbai, Apr 5 (UNI) The BSE Sensex on Friday ended almost flat at 74248.22, rising 20.59 pts as Realty, Bankex and FMCG stocks rose.

#Sensex ends flat at 74248.22 pts



ECI holds meeting to discuss strategies to increase voter turnout in LS polls 2024

New Delhi, April 5 (UNI) With an aim to increase voter turnout in the ensuing Lok Sabha polls, the Election Commission organised a conference on Friday with municipal commissioners and district election officers (DEOs) of 11 States and Union Territories which had low voter turnout during the previous elections.

#ECI holds meeting to discuss strategies to increase voter turnout in LS polls 2024

Heatwave likely in Telangana in next 48 hours: Met

Hyderabad, April 5 (UNI) Heatwave conditions are likely to prevail at isolated pockets in Bhadradri Kothagudem, Khammam, Nalgonda, Suryapet, Mahabubnagar, Nagarkurnool districts of Telangana during the next 24 hours, Meteorological Centre said on Friday.

#Heatwave likely in Telangana in next 48 hours: Met



Maha: 352 candidates file 477 nominations for 8 LS seats

Mumbai, April 5 (UNI) The Election Commission of India released a statement Friday informing that a total of 477 nominations have been filed by 352 candidates for eight Lok Sabha constituencies that will face voting on April 26 in the second phase.

#Maha: 352 candidates file 477 nominations for 8 LS seats

Congress releases its manifesto 'Nyay Patra' for 2024 Lok Sabha elections

UNI RBE ING.

#Congress releases its manifesto 'Nyay Patra' for 2024 Lok Sabha elections

Racer Akshay Gupta gears up for Nurburgring Langstrecken-Serie 2024

New Delhi, April 5 (UNI) Akshay Gupta, the dynamic racer and tech founder, has officially inked a deal with Mertens Motorsport for the highly anticipated 2024 Nurburgring Langstrecken-Serie (NLS) season which will take place on the Nurburgring circuit in Germany.

#Racer Akshay Gupta gears up for Nurburgring Langstrecken-Serie 2024



Economy projected to grow at 7% in 2024-25; Geopolitical tensions pose risks to outlook: RBI

New Delhi, April 5 (UNI) Considering various factors both in the domestic and global markets, the Reserve Bank of India Friday projected the Indian economy to grow at 7 per cent during the current financial year.

#Economy projected to grow at 7% in 2024-25; Geopolitical tensions pose risks to outlook: RBI



Uncertainties in Food Prices remain; focus on bringing inflation down to 4%: RBI

New Delhi, April 5 (UNI) Even as the inflation has eased to 5.1 per cent during January and February 2024 from 5.7 per cent in December 2023, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Friday said it will remain focussed on inflation and ensure its “descent” to the target of 4 per cent.

#Uncertainties in Food Prices remain; focus on bringing inflation down to 4%: RBI

Robust growth prospects provide policy space to remain focussed on inflation, ensure its descent to target of 4 pc: RBI Guv

UNI NK ING.

#Robust growth prospects provide policy space to remain focussed on inflation # ensure its descent to target of 4 pc: RBI Guv

The MPC met on 3rd, 4th and 5th April, 2024, and decided by a 5 to 1 majority to keep the policy repo rate unchanged: RBI

UNI NK ING.

#The MPC met on 3rd # 4th and 5th April # 2024 # and decided by a 5 to 1 majority to keep the policy repo rate unchanged: RBI

Japan introduces exports ban on 164 types of goods to Russia

Tokyo, Apr 5 (UNI) Japan has banned exports of 164 types of goods to Russia, including motor oil, pipes for gas and oil pipelines and lithium-ion batteries, the Japanese Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry said on Friday.

#Japan introduces exports ban on 164 types of goods to Russia



14 killed in head-on collision in SW Bolivia

Sucre, Apr 5 (UNI) A total of 14 people were killed when a minibus and a tractor-trailer collided head-on Thursday on a highway that links the Bolivian departments of Oruro and Potosi, local authorities said.

#14 killed in head-on collision in SW Bolivia

2 killed, 4 injured in warehouse fire in E. Lebanon

Beirut, Apr 4 (UNI) Two people were killed and four others were seriously injured in a major fire that broke out at a warehouse in eastern Lebanon''s Beqaa Governorate, the local Elnashra news website reported.

#2 killed # 4 injured in warehouse fire in E. Lebanon

WTA finals to be held in Riyadh from 2024-2026

Riyadh, Apr 4 (UNI) Riyadh will host the Women''s Tennis Association Finals from 2024-2026, under a new agreement made with the Saudi Tennis Federation, the WTA said on Thursday.

#WTA finals to be held in Riyadh from 2024-2026



TATA IPL 2024: Disney star record viewers of 35 cr for live broadcast of first 10 matches

Hyderabad, Apr 4 (UNI) Disney Star, the official broadcaster of TATA IPL 2024, has shattered all viewership records for the first 10 matches of the marquee tournament.

#TATA IPL 2024: Disney star record viewers of 35 cr for live broadcast of first 10 matches



Shubman Gill''s 89 not out sets up formidable 199/4 for Punjab Kings

Ahmedabad, Apr 4 (UNI) Captain Shubman Gill''s stellar innings and the valuable contributions from other Gujarat Titans players played a crucial role in setting up a formidable target of 199 runs for Punjab Kings.

#Shubman Gill''s 89 not out sets up formidable 199/4 for Punjab Kings



CBDT enable taxpayers to file ITR from April 1, 2024

New Delhi, Apr 4 (UNI) The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) on Thursday said it has facilitated taxpayers to file their Income Tax Returns (ITRs) for the Assessment Year 2024–25 (relevant to Financial Year 2023–24) from April 1, 2024, and onwards.

#CBDT enable taxpayers to file ITR from April 1 #2024



Pakistani PM pays tributes to former PM Bhutto on 45th anniversary

Islamabad, Apr 4 (UNI) Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif paid tributes to the country''s former Prime Minister Zulfikar Ali Bhutto on his 45th death anniversary being observed on Thursday.

#Pakistani PM pays tributes to former PM Bhutto on 45th anniversary

Poonawala Fincorp achieves highest ever disbursement of Rs 9,680 cr in Q4

New Delhi, Apr 4 (UNI) Poonawala Fincorp on Thursday said it achieved total disbursements during the Q4 of 2023-24 of about Rs 9,680 crore, the highest ever with a 52 percent growth year-on-year basis.

#Poonawala Fincorp achieves highest ever disbursement of Rs 9 #680 cr in Q4



IPL 2024: Punjab Kings opt to bowl against Gujarat Titans

Ahmedabad, April 4 (UNI) Punjab Kings won the toss and opted to field against Gujarat Titans in the 17th match of IPL 2024 at Narendra Modi Stadium here on Thursday.

#IPL 2024: Punjab Kings opt to bowl against Gujarat Titans



Shashi Tharoor''s nomination affidavit shows Bitcoin ETF worth Rs 5,11,314

Thiruvananthapuram, Apr 4 (UNI) Congress-led UDF candidate Shashi Tharoor, who filed his nomination paper for the Thiruvananthapuram Lok Sabha seat disclosed that he holds Bitcoin ETF worth Rs 5,11,314.

#Shashi Tharoor''''s nomination affidavit shows Bitcoin ETF worth Rs 5 #11 #314

22nd Asian Business and Social Forum 2024: Mumbai

 

All time record cargo handling in 2023-24 at SMP since 1870

Kolkata, Apr 04 (UNI) In its 154-year history, Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata (SMP Kolkata), including Kolkata Dock System (KDS) and Haldia Dock Complex (HDC), achieved a milestone in the fiscal year 2023-24 by handling 66.4 Million Metric Tonne (MMT) of cargo, marking a 1.11 per cent increase from the previous record of 65.66 million tonne moved in 2022-23.

#All time record cargo handling in 2023-24 at SMP since 1870

499 nomination papers received in Kerala: CEO

Thiruvananthapuram, Apr 4 (UNI) As the last date for filing nomination papers ended on Thursday, 499 nomination papers have been received so far, Chief Electoral Officer Sanjay Kaul said.

#499 nomination papers received in Kerala: CEO

4 killed in road accident in north Afghanistan

Pul-e-Khumri, Afghanistan, Apr 4 (UNI) Four people were killed in a road crash in northern Afghanistan''s Baghlan province, provincial police spokesperson Shir Ahmad Burhani said Thursday.

#4 killed in road accident in north Afghanistan

2024 IFSC Climbing World Cup to open in China's Shaoxing

Hangzhou, Apr 4 (UNI) The 2024 IFSC Climbing World Cup will take place from April 8 to 10 at the Yangshan Climbing Center in Keqiao, Shaoxing, east China''s Zhejiang Province.

#2024 IFSC Climbing World Cup to open in China's Shaoxing

BAI announces strong Indian squad for BWF Thomas & Uber Cup Finals 2024

New Delhi, Apr 4 (UNI) India will field a strong squad with a perfect mix of youth and experience in the upcoming BWF Thomas and Uber Cup Finals 2024 with the senior selection committee deciding to have more options in singles considering the hectic schedule of all players this season.

#BAI announces strong Indian squad for BWF Thomas & Uber Cup Finals 2024



IPL 2024: SRH, CSK look to secure crucial win

Hyderabad, April 4 (UNI) In the upcoming IPL 2024 match between Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium here on Friday, both teams will be looking to secure a crucial victory.

#IPL 2024: SRH #CSK look to secure crucial win

Kolkata Metro achieves huge amount of NFR in 2023-24

Kolkata, Apr 4 (UNI) Metro Railway, Kolkata, achieved outstanding performances, ensuring a huge amount of non-fare revenue (NFR) in the 2023–24 financial year as the earnings stood at Rs 43.56 crores, surpassing 2022–23’s figure of Rs 36.33 crore, official sources said on Thursday.

#Kolkata Metro achieves huge amount of NFR in 2023-24

Akshaya Patra Foundation's 4 billion meals milestone commemorated at UN

Bengaluru, April 4 (UNI) A significant milestone in India''s journey towards achieving Zero Hunger (SDG2) of serving four billion meals has been celebrated at a key event titled ''Achievements in Food Security: India''s Strides Towards Sustainable Development Goals'' held at the United Nations Headquarters in New York.

#Akshaya Patra Foundation's 4 billion meals milestone commemorated at UN



Cong''s 2024 budget shows Rs 27,000 cr deficit: Karnataka BJP

Bengaluru, April 4 (UNI) The Economic Cell of Karnataka BJP on Thursday said that the budget presented by the current Congress government for 2024 shows a deficit of Rs 27,000 crore, a significant departure from the surplus budget presented in 2023 by the previous Bharatiya Janata Party government led by Basavaraj Bommai.

#Cong''''s 2024 budget shows Rs 27 #000 cr deficit: Karnataka BJP

48.3 kg heroin seized in Myanmar

Yangon, Apr 4 (UNI) Authorities have seized 48.3 kg of heroin worth over 1.93 billion kyats (about 920,000 U.S. dollars) in Mon state, southern Myanmar, the Central Committee for Drug Abuse Control (CCDAC) reported on late Wednesday.

#48.3 kg heroin seized in Myanmar



Rupee opens negative at 83.44 against USD

Mumbai, Apr 4 (UNI) The rupee on Thursday fell one paisa to open at 83.44 on rising demand for the US dollar by bankers and importers, dealers at the Foreign Exchange said.

#Rupee opens negative at 83.44 against USD



14 civil servants arrested on organised crime charges in Ecuador

Quito, Apr 4 (UNI) At least 14 civil servants in Ecuador, including judges and police officers, were arrested on Wednesday in a nationwide operation against corruption within the legal system, the country''s Attorney General''s Office said.

#14 civil servants arrested on organised crime charges in Ecuador



East Bengal beat Kerala Blasters 4-2 in ISL

Kochi, Apr 4 (UNI) Kerala Blasters FC suffered a 4-2 loss to East Bengal FC at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium here on Wednesday night as the Yellow Army fell to a crushing defeat a day after they qualified for the Indian Super League (ISL) 2023-24 playoffs.

#East Bengal beat Kerala Blasters 4-2 in ISL



IPL 2024: Unbeaten KKR crush DC by 106 runs

Visakhapatnam, Apr 3 (UNI) Match 16 of the Indian Premier League showcased yet another high-scoring match as Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) emerged victorious with a dominant 106-run win over Delhi Capitals (DC), setting a new record for the second-highest total in IPL history by scoring a staggering 272/7.

#IPL 2024: Unbeaten KKR crush DC by 106 runs

Ten places in Odisha record max temp of over 40 degrees

Bhubaneswar, Apr 3 (UNI) At least ten places in Odisha experienced daytime temperatures rising above 40 degrees Celsius on Wednesday due to prevailing mainly northwesterly and westerly dry air and high solar insolation.

#Ten places in Odisha record max temp of over 40 degrees



Div Com Bidhuri reviews arrangements for Amarnath Yatra-2024

Srinagar, Apr 3 (UNI) Divisional Commissioner (Div Com) Kashmir, Vijay Kumar Bidhuri on Wednesday reviewed the arrangements for the annual Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra (SANJY) 2024 for yatries.

#Div Com Bidhuri reviews arrangements for Amarnath Yatra-2024



IPL 2024: KKR opt to bat first against DC

Visakhapatnam, April 3 (UNI) Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have won the toss and elected to bat first against Delhi Capitals in the 16th match of IPL 2024 at Dr YS Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium here on Wednesday.

#IPL 2024: KKR opt to bat first against DC



28th Senior Women’s NFC 2023-24 Final Rounds groupings announced

New Delhi, Apr 3 (UNI) The draw for the 28th Senior Women’s National Football Championship 2023–24 Final Rounds was held virtually at the Football House here on Wednesday.

#28th Senior Women’s NFC 2023-24 Final Rounds groupings announced



Shiv Sena (UBT) releases another list of 4 candidates for LS elections

Mumbai, Apr 3 (UNI) The Shiv Sena (UBT) on Wednesday released the second list of Shiv Sena candidates for the Lok Sabha elections.

#Shiv Sena (UBT) releases another list of 4 candidates for LS elections



Heatwave conditions likely to prevail in South Coastal AP in next 4 days : Met

Amaravati, Apr 3 (UNI) Heatwave conditions are likely to prevail at isolated places in South Coastal Andhra Pradesh during the next four days, Meteorological Centre said on Wednesday.

#Heatwave conditions likely to prevail in South Coastal AP in next 4 days : Met



Arvind Kejriwal lost 4.5 kg weight since arrest, his health at risk in jail: AAP

New Delhi, Apr 3 (UNI) Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Atishi on Wednesday asserted that Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s health is deteriorating in jail, claiming that he lost nearly 4.5 kgs of weight since arrest by the BJP’s ED.

#Arvind Kejriwal lost 4.5 kg weight since arrest #his health at risk in jail: AAP

UP: Brothers killed, 4 injured as truck hits e-rickshaw

Baghpat (UP) Apr 3 (UNI) Two brothers were killed and four women injured when an e-rickshaw overturned after being hit by a dumper in Kotwali area of Baghpat district here in Uttar Pradesh on Wednesday, a police officer said.

#UP: Brothers killed # 4 injured as truck hits e-rickshaw



4 dead, 97 injured in 7.3-magnitude quake in China''s Taiwan

Taipei/Beijing, Apr 3 (UNI) Four people died and another 97 were injured in a 7.3-magnitude earthquake that hit the sea area near Hualien in China''s Taiwan on Wednesday morning.

#4 dead #97 injured in 7.3-magnitude quake in China''s Taiwan



Death toll from earthquakes in Taiwan rises to 4, number of injured up to 97

Taipei City, Apr 3 (UNI) The death toll from a series of powerful earthquakes that hit the eastern coast of Taiwan has risen to four, and the number of people who have been injured has increased to 97, Taiwanese newspaper China Times reported on Wednesday, citing the island''s fire department.

#Death toll from earthquakes in Taiwan rises to 4 #number of injured up to 97



Widespread light to moderate rain during next 24 hours over J&K: MeT

Srinagar, Apr 3 (UNI) Meteorological Centre Srinagar on Wednesday predicted scattered to fairly widespread light to moderate rain over Jammu and Kashmir during the next 24 hours.

#Widespread light to moderate rain during next 24 hours over J&K: MeT

Fire engulfs 450 shops, 9 houses in market in southern Myanmar's Bago

Yangon, Apr 3 (UNI) A devastating fire swept through a municipal market in Kyauktaga Township of Myanmar''s Bago region, engulfing shops and houses, an official from the Bago region Fire Services Department said Wednesday.

#Fire engulfs 450 shops # 9 houses in market in southern Myanmar's Bago