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Libya oil discovery reflects growing global footprints of Indian energy firms: Govt

IANS | April 28, 2026 10:44 AM

New Delhi, April 28 (IANS) The government on Tuesday said the recent oil and gas discovery in Libya by Indian oil marketing companies (OMCs) -- Oil India Limited (OIL), and Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) -- with local operators reflects the growing global footprint of the country’s energy firms and their expanding presence in overseas assets.

Bengal polls: Central forces put on standby to escort intimidated voters to voting booths on SOS call

IANS | April 28, 2026 10:36 AM

Kolkata, April 28 (IANS) As West Bengal is heading for the April 29 second phase of Assembly polls for the 142 constituencies, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has directed the central forces deployed to be ready to answer the call of the intimidated voters and escort them to the polling booths.

Char Dham Yatra: Role of Adi Shankaracharya in revival of Badrinath, restoration of Kedarnath

IANS | April 28, 2026 9:41 AM

New Delhi, April 28 (IANS) Adi Shankaracharya, the 8th-century Indian philosopher and theologian, played a foundational role in shaping the Char Dham Yatra and reviving key Hindu pilgrimage sites, including Badrinath and Kedarnath. His efforts not only restored sacred temples but also helped unify spiritual traditions across the Indian subcontinent.

Nothing like playing football with young friends: PM Modi shares glimpse of 'lovely Gangtok morning'

IANS | April 28, 2026 9:38 AM

Gangtok, April 28 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday joined his "young friends" in playing football in Gangtok, Sikkim, calling it a lovely morning and an "energising session".

Varanasi gears up for PM Modi’s visit; women perform 'shankhnaad' to welcome Prime Minister

IANS | April 28, 2026 9:29 AM

New Delhi, April 28 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Varanasi on Tuesday has sparked excitement across the city, with preparations in full swing to welcome him during his two-day tour of Uttar Pradesh.

Man killed in low-intensity blast on Delhi-Rajpura rail track in Punjab

IANS | April 28, 2026 9:25 AM

Chandigarh, April 28 (IANS) A man was killed in a low-intensity blast reported on the Delhi-Rajpura railway track near Shambhu town in Punjab’s Patiala district, police said on Tuesday.

PM Modi to launch Ganga Expressway, other projects in Varanasi today

IANS | April 28, 2026 7:04 AM

New Delhi, April 28 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Uttar Pradesh on Tuesday for a two-day trip to launch the Ganga Expressway, participate in a Mahila Sammelan, and lay the foundation stone for projects worth around Rs 6,350 crore in Varanasi.

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Libya oil discovery reflects growing global footprints of Indian energy firms: Govt

Bengal polls: Central forces put on standby to escort intimidated voters to voting booths on SOS call

Char Dham Yatra: Role of Adi Shankaracharya in revival of Badrinath, restoration of Kedarnath

Nothing like playing football with young friends: PM Modi shares glimpse of 'lovely Gangtok morning'

Varanasi gears up for PM Modi’s visit; women perform 'shankhnaad' to welcome Prime Minister

Man killed in low-intensity blast on Delhi-Rajpura rail track in Punjab

PM Modi to launch Ganga Expressway, other projects in Varanasi today

PM Modi meets Padma awardees, distinguished personalities in Gangtok

Uttarakhand CM Dhami experiences rapid travel on Delhi-Dehradun Economic Corridor

Bengal polls: Video of firebrand police officer goes viral in South 24 Parganas

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