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New body language of state police personnel indicates regime change in Bengal: Dilip Ghosh

IANS | April 30, 2026 10:55 AM

Kolkata, April 30 (IANS) The new body language of the personnel of West Bengal Police and Kolkata Police, which was evident in the two phases of state Assembly polls on April 23 and April 29, gives a clear indication of the inevitable change of regime in the state this time, said Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)’s former national vice-president and the former state president Dilip Ghosh on Thursday.

Five burnt alive as moving car catches fire on Delhi-Mumbai Expressway (Ld)

IANS | April 30, 2026 10:03 AM

Jaipur, April 30 (IANS) At least five people were burnt alive in a devastating accident on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway in Rajasthan’s Alwar district, when their moving car suddenly caught fire, said officials on Thursday, adding that the driver managed to jump out of the burning car and is currently undergoing treatment.

WTO must adapt as global trade shifts from protectionism to precautionism: Pascal Lamy

IANS | April 30, 2026 9:19 AM

New Delhi, April 30 (IANS) Former World Trade Organisation (WTO) Director-General Pascal Lamy has highlighted structural shifts reshaping global trade, underscoring that many of today’s trade issues extend beyond the WTO’s traditional mandate and require reform of both its rulebook and governance structures.

India plans 62 vessels with Rs 51,383 crore investment in FY27: Minister

IANS | April 30, 2026 9:05 AM

New Delhi, April 30 (IANS) India is advancing a roadmap to add 62 vessels in FY2026–27 backed by a investment of Rs 51,383 crore, creating an additional 2.85 million gross tonnage (GT) capacity, according to the government.

Amit Shah to start two-day Ladakh visit today

IANS | April 30, 2026 7:49 AM

Ladakh, April 30 (IANS) Union Home Minister Amit Shah is set to visit the Union Territory of Ladakh on a two-day tour starting Thursday, during which he will pay his respects to the sacred relics of Lord Buddha on the occasion of Buddha Purnima on May 1.

UP Assembly to hold special session on women's quota bill today

IANS | April 30, 2026 7:27 AM

Lucknow, April 30 (IANS) A special session of the Uttar Pradesh Assembly will be convened on Thursday to deliberate on the Women's Reservation (Amendment) Bill, which has recently triggered a sharp political debate at the national level.

PM Modi expresses grief over Dhar accident, announces ex-gratia to victims' families (Ld)

IANS | April 29, 2026 11:58 PM

New Delhi/Bhopal, April 29 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi has also expressed deep condolences over the heartbreaking road accident that claimed 12 lives and left 13 injured on Wednesday evening at Tirla bypass near Chikliya Phata in Madhya Pradesh's Dhar district.

Yogi govt takes 2,493 elderly on spiritual, cultural tours; Amrit Udyan visit among key highlights

IANS | April 29, 2026 11:40 PM

Lucknow, April 29 (IANS) The Uttar Pradesh government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, is continuing with a series of initiatives aimed at ensuring the dignity, comfort and mental well-being of senior citizens across the state.

Axis My India Exit Poll projects UDF surge in Kerala, NDA lead in Assam, NRC ahead in Puducherry

IANS | April 29, 2026 11:28 PM

New Delhi, April 29 (IANS) The Axis My India exit poll released on Wednesday has said that in Kerala, the United Democratic Front appears poised for a sweeping victory, potentially ending the Left Democratic Front’s tenure.

MEA flags fake claims on BRICS, urges public to stay alert against misinformation

IANS | April 29, 2026 11:19 PM

New Delhi, April 29 (IANS) The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), through its official Fact Check unit, has flagged as fake a series of claims circulating on social media regarding India's position in BRICS and alleged moves involving Pakistan.

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New body language of state police personnel indicates regime change in Bengal: Dilip Ghosh

Five burnt alive as moving car catches fire on Delhi-Mumbai Expressway (Ld)

WTO must adapt as global trade shifts from protectionism to precautionism: Pascal Lamy

India plans 62 vessels with Rs 51,383 crore investment in FY27: Minister

Amit Shah to start two-day Ladakh visit today

UP Assembly to hold special session on women's quota bill today

PM Modi expresses grief over Dhar accident, announces ex-gratia to victims' families (Ld)

Yogi govt takes 2,493 elderly on spiritual, cultural tours; Amrit Udyan visit among key highlights

Axis My India Exit Poll projects UDF surge in Kerala, NDA lead in Assam, NRC ahead in Puducherry

MEA flags fake claims on BRICS, urges public to stay alert against misinformation

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