'Fear-mongering attempt': Bengal CEO dismisses Abhishek Banerjee’s claim of elderly voter dying in polling booth

IANS | May 1, 2026 1:56 PM

Kolkata, May 1 (IANS) Chief Electoral Officer (CEO), West Bengal, Manoj Kumar Agarwal, on Friday issued a statement rubbishing an earlier social media statement by the Trinamool Congress general secretary and the party’s Lok Sabha member, Abhishek Banerjee, that an elderly voter died after being manhandled by central forces personnel at a polling booth in Udaynarayanpur in Howrah district during the second phase of Assembly polls on April 29.

BJP alliance moving towards victory: Tarun Chugh amid post-poll optimism

IANS | May 1, 2026 12:11 PM

New Delhi, May 1 (IANS) BJP National General Secretary, Tarun Chugh, on Friday expressed strong confidence in the party’s performance, saying the NDA alliance is heading towards a decisive win across multiple Assembly constituencies.

'Politically motivated': SC grants relief to Congress leader Pawan Khera

IANS | May 1, 2026 12:10 PM

New Delhi, May 1 (IANS) The Supreme Court on Friday allowed the anticipatory bail plea of Congress leader Pawan Khera in connection with an FIR lodged by the Assam Police over his alleged remarks against Riniki Bhuyan Sarma, wife of Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.

Storms, heavy rain in UP claim 24 lives in 2 days; CM Adityanath assures support

IANS | May 1, 2026 11:37 AM

Lucknow, May 1 (IANS) Severe weather conditions, including heavy rain, strong storms, and lightning, have caused widespread damage across Uttar Pradesh over the past two days, claiming at least 24 lives. According to official reports, 15 people have been injured, while 16 animals have also died in the extreme weather events.

Mamata Banerjee’s EVM apprehensions are imaginary, reflect fear of defeat: Suvendu Adhikari

IANS | May 1, 2026 10:48 AM

Kolkata, May 1 (IANS) West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s apprehensions over an “imaginary” breach of security at the EVM strongrooms are nothing but reflections of her “fear of defeat”, prompted by her old habit of raising apprehensions about EVM manipulations whenever she senses a negative electoral pulse, BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari said on Friday.

Prez Murmu, PM Modi extend greetings on Buddha Purnima, highlighting peace, harmony

IANS | May 1, 2026 9:08 AM

New Delhi, May 1 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday extended best wishes on Buddha Purnima and said that Buddha's eternal messages of compassion, non-violence, peace and knowledge will continue to guide humanity.

‘Dynamic, enterprising nature of people noteworthy’: PM Modi on Gujarat Day

IANS | May 1, 2026 8:56 AM

New Delhi, May 1 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday extended greetings to the people of Gujarat on the occasion of Gujarat Day, celebrating the state’s rich history, vibrant culture and contributions to India’s progress.

Sacred land of Shivaji inspires us with spirit of patriotism: Prez Murmu, PM Modi on Maharashtra Day

IANS | May 1, 2026 8:40 AM

New Delhi, May 1 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday wished the people on Maharashtra Day and said that the sacred land of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj inspires us with a spirit of patriotism, courage, and self-respect.

HM Amit Shah to offer prayers at Buddha relics in Leh on Buddha Purnima

IANS | May 1, 2026 6:47 AM

New Delhi, May 1 (IANS) Union Home Minister Amit Shah will join devotees on Friday to pay respects to the sacred relics of Lord Buddha on the auspicious occasion of Buddha Purnima.

MP boat capsize: 6 dead, 19 rescued; search on for over a dozen missing (3rd Ld)

IANS | April 30, 2026 11:46 PM

Bhopal/Jabalpur, April 30 (IANS) A major rescue operation continued late into Thursday night after a tourist cruise boat capsized in the Bargi Dam reservoir in Madhya Pradesh's Jabalpur district, leaving at least six people dead, 19 rescued, and at least 15 still missing, officials said.

Politics

'Fear-mongering attempt': Bengal CEO dismisses Abhishek Banerjee’s claim of elderly voter dying in polling booth

BJP alliance moving towards victory: Tarun Chugh amid post-poll optimism

'Politically motivated': SC grants relief to Congress leader Pawan Khera

Storms, heavy rain in UP claim 24 lives in 2 days; CM Adityanath assures support

Mamata Banerjee’s EVM apprehensions are imaginary, reflect fear of defeat: Suvendu Adhikari

Prez Murmu, PM Modi extend greetings on Buddha Purnima, highlighting peace, harmony

‘Dynamic, enterprising nature of people noteworthy’: PM Modi on Gujarat Day

Sacred land of Shivaji inspires us with spirit of patriotism: Prez Murmu, PM Modi on Maharashtra Day

HM Amit Shah to offer prayers at Buddha relics in Leh on Buddha Purnima

MP boat capsize: 6 dead, 19 rescued; search on for over a dozen missing (3rd Ld)

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