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Supporting PM Modi to end atrocities under Mamata government, say locals in Bengal's Bankura

IANS | April 19, 2026 4:02 PM

Bankura (West Bengal), April 19 (IANS) As locals thronged the rally venue on Sunday, to listen to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's address, their excitement and joy knew no bounds on seeing the Prime Minister in person. They were vocal in showing support to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), which they said will mark an end to "era of atrocities" under the incumbent Mamata Banerjee regime.

Top 8 firms add Rs 1.87 lakh crore in market value last week

IANS | April 19, 2026 3:55 PM

New Delhi, April 19 (IANS) The combined market valuation of eight of India’s top 10 most valued companies surged by Rs 1.87 lakh crore in a holiday-shortened week.

ECI warns against AI-generated social media content; 11,000 posts taken down so far

IANS | April 19, 2026 3:46 PM

New Delhi, April 19 (IANS) Ahead of the Assembly elections in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu, the Election Commission of India (ECI) on Sunday cautioned candidates and political parties against the misuse of AI-generated or manipulated content, highlighting that 11,000 illegal social media posts have been removed since March 15.

India closer to expanding its nuclear fuel base: Report

IANS | April 19, 2026 3:46 PM

New Delhi, April 19 (IANS) India may be closer than ever to achieving long-term nuclear self-reliance, following a key milestone in its ambitious three-stage nuclear programme, according to an article.

Centre seeks to increase TN seats, move blocked by DMK-Cong, says Amit Shah at TN rally

IANS | April 19, 2026 3:39 PM

Coimbatore, April 19 (IANS) Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday asserted that the NDA government would ensure the passage of the proposed Delimitation Bill in Parliament, accusing the DMK-Congress alliance of obstructing efforts aimed at expanding political representation in Tamil Nadu.

Two Indian men shot dead outside gurdwara in Italy

IANS | April 19, 2026 3:29 PM

Rome, April 19 (IANS) Two Indian men were shot dead in Italy's Covo just as they were leaving the warehouse used as a place of worship, local media reported on Sunday.

Gautam Adani offers prayers at Taranga Jain Temple on Akshaya Tritiya

IANS | April 19, 2026 3:26 PM

Mehsana, April 19 (IANS) Gautam Adani, the Chairman of the Adani Group, and his wife Dr. Priti Adani visited the Shri Ajitnath Bhagwan Shwetamber Jain Derasar in Gujarat’s Taranga hills on Sunday, offering prayers on the auspicious occasion of Akshaya Tritiya.

Women's quota bill defeat: RLM to protest against Mahagathbandhan in Bihar on April 22

IANS | April 19, 2026 3:06 PM

Patna, April 19 (IANS) The Rashtriya Lok Morcha (RLM) on Sunday announced that it will on April 22 organise protest marches across all party district headquarters across Bihar against what it described as a "reprehensible act" by the Mahagathbandhan parties, who opposed the Women's Reservation Bill in the Lok Sabha.

Bengal's tribal-dominant districts have fallen behind during 15 years of TMC rule, says PM Modi

IANS | April 19, 2026 2:41 PM

Kolkata, April 19 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said the tribal-dominated districts in West Bengal have gone backwards during the 15 years of Trinamool Congress rule in the state.

VP Radhakrishnan, Sri Lankan PM Amarasuriya discuss strengthening ties

IANS | April 19, 2026 2:39 PM

Colombo, April 19 (IANS) Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan met Sri Lankan Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya on Sunday and discussed the importance of further strengthening bilateral ties, including people-to-people bonds.

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Supporting PM Modi to end atrocities under Mamata government, say locals in Bengal's Bankura

Top 8 firms add Rs 1.87 lakh crore in market value last week

ECI warns against AI-generated social media content; 11,000 posts taken down so far

India closer to expanding its nuclear fuel base: Report

Centre seeks to increase TN seats, move blocked by DMK-Cong, says Amit Shah at TN rally

Two Indian men shot dead outside gurdwara in Italy

Gautam Adani offers prayers at Taranga Jain Temple on Akshaya Tritiya

Women's quota bill defeat: RLM to protest against Mahagathbandhan in Bihar on April 22

Bengal's tribal-dominant districts have fallen behind during 15 years of TMC rule, says PM Modi

VP Radhakrishnan, Sri Lankan PM Amarasuriya discuss strengthening ties

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