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.

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

IANS | April 30, 2026 11:39 PM

Leh, April 30 (IANS) Union Home Minister Amit Shah who arrived here on Thursday on a two-day visit to the Union Territory of Ladakh, said he is looking forward to the auspicious occasion of Buddha Purnima on Friday, when he will join devotees in paying respects to the sacred relics of Lord Buddha.

Calcutta HC rejects Trinamool plea against ECI directive on central staff for counting duty

IANS | April 30, 2026 10:57 PM

Kolkata, April 30 (IANS) The Calcutta High Court on Thursday dismissed a writ petition filed by the Trinamool Congress challenging the Election Commission of India’s (ECI) directive to appoint Central government and Central Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) employees as counting supervisors and assistants for the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections.

Bengal: EC to monitor situation to prevent post-poll violence

IANS | April 30, 2026 10:27 PM

Kolkata, April 30 (IANS) The Election Commission has directed the office of the state’s Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) to monitor the situation in West Bengal to prevent post-poll violence.

Defence veterans support Great Nicobar Project, call it vital for India's strategic, economic interests

IANS | April 30, 2026 9:00 PM

New Delhi, April 30 (IANS) Defence veterans have strongly backed the Great Nicobar Project in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, terming it crucial for India's maritime security, economic growth and strategic positioning, while dismissing concerns raised by Lok Sabha Leader of the Opposition (LoP) Rahul Gandhi over environmental degradation.

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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)

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

Calcutta HC rejects Trinamool plea against ECI directive on central staff for counting duty

Bengal: EC to monitor situation to prevent post-poll violence

Defence veterans support Great Nicobar Project, call it vital for India's strategic, economic interests

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