‘UCC rollout, triple talaq ban, end to polygamy’: Amit Shah rolls out BJP’s key promises at Bengal rally

Home Minister Amit Shah unveiled major BJP promises for West Bengal, including implementing Uniform Civil Code, banning triple talaq, and ending polygamy. He also pledged financial aid for women and unemployed youth, and a crackdown on cattle smuggling. Shah highlighted national security achievements and vowed to expel illegal infiltrators if…

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Where are Kaddu and Dholu? Delhi Airport faces heat over missing dogs

A Delhi court has also intervened, asking local police to explain why no FIR has been registered so far. The next hearing is scheduled for April 29. Activists warn that any confirmed acts of cruelty could invite strict penalties under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act and the Bharatiya…

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West Bengal elections: PM Modi pledges citizenship for Matua Namasudras under CAA

PM Modi also offered prayers at Thakurbari, the main temple of the Matua Mahasangha at Thakurnagar in West Bengal’s North 24 Parganas district before his poll rally in the area. His visit to the headquarters of the community, housing the shrines of the sect’s founders Hari Chand and Guru Chand…

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‘Data over dynasties’: Grok picks Narendra Modi over Rahul Gandhi in hypothetical vote for PM

Grok, the AI chatbot, has sparked renewed debate by hypothetically stating it would vote for Prime Minister Narendra Modi if it were an Indian citizen. The chatbot cited economic growth, infrastructure, and digital transformation as reasons for its preference, contrasting this with Rahul Gandhi’s focus on welfare critiques. …

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West Bengal Assembly elections: EC to hold key readiness review in Kolkata ahead of Phase 2 polling

Ahead of West Bengal’s second phase of assembly elections on April 29, a high-level coordination meeting will be held in Kolkata to assess poll preparedness. Senior officials will discuss force deployment, vulnerability mapping, and readiness for smooth, free, and fair polling in key districts. …

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‘If you’re not close enough, your photo is not good enough’: Remembering Raghu Rai

Legendary photographer Raghu Rai, who shaped India’s visual memory for over five decades, passed away on Sunday. His iconic images, from the Bhopal Gas tragedy to portraits of national figures, gave permanence to history. Rai believed visual history was more important than fine art, emphasizing closeness to truth in his…

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‘Not democracy, but TMC’s reign of thuggery’: Rahul Gandhi over killing of Congress worker

Rahul Gandhi has strongly condemned the murder of Congress worker Debdeep Chatterjee in West Bengal, attributing the killing to “TMC thugs” following phase-1 polling. He accused the ruling party of replacing democracy with “thuggery” and demanded immediate arrests, harsh punishment, and compensation for the victim’s family, vowing to uphold non-violence….

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‘Relieved to learn Trump, First Lady safe’: PM Modi says violence has no place in democracy

Prime Minister Modi expressed relief after a shooting incident at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner. President Trump, the First Lady, and Vice President Vance were unharmed. The assailant, armed with a shotgun, was apprehended by the Secret Service after injuring an agent, who was protected by a vest. Panic ensued…

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Engine fire on SWISS Delhi-Zurich flight during take off roll; aircraft evacuated on runway

Six passengers were hospitalized after a SWISS flight from Delhi to Zurich was evacuated on the runway due to an engine fire during takeoff. The Airbus A330’s engine number one failed at 104 knots, prompting the crew to abort the takeoff and evacuate all 232 passengers and crew using emergency…

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Power demand defies forecasts, officials say consumption likely to surge further

India’s electricity demand hit a record 252 GW on April 24. Soaring temperatures across the nation drove this surge. Air conditioner usage increased significantly in homes and businesses. This peak demand surpassed previous records. The power ministry anticipates further increases as heatwaves continue. Officials expect demand to rise even higher…

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‘See India as civilisation, not nation’: Isha founder Sadhguru at IIT2026 meet in US

At the IIT2026 Global Conference, Sadhguru urged viewing India as a civilization, not just a nation, emphasizing its spiritual and scientific heritage. He highlighted rapid global change driven by AI, stressing the need for human clarity and understanding our own potential beyond mere data processing. The conference celebrated 75 years…

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Watch: AAP workers write ‘Gaddar’, burn effigy outside Rajya Sabha MP Rajinder Gupta’s house after he joins BJP

Aam Aadmi Party workers protested outside Rajya Sabha MP Rajinder Gupta’s Ludhiana residence, defacing walls and burning his effigy after he joined the BJP. This follows AAP MP Raghav Chadha’s announcement of a split, citing the party’s deviation from principles. Chadha claimed over two-thirds of AAP MPs supported the move,…

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‘Torn pants, run down car to Rs 100-crore house’: Swati Maliwal’s ‘traitor’ jibe at Arvind Kejriwal after AAP exit

Former aide to Arvind Kejriwal and now BJP leader Swati Maliwal has accused the ex-Delhi CM of hypocrisy, claiming he began his political journey in torn pants with a two-rupee pen and a dilapidated car, but after coming to power built a house worth Rs 100 crore.She also criticised the…

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