Friend dismisses rumours surrounding Prateek Yadav’s death; says it was sudden deterioration in health

IANS | May 13, 2026 12:30 PM

Lucknow, May 13 (IANS) Following the demise of Prateek Yadav, son of late Samajwadi Party founder Mulayam Singh Yadav and husband of BJP leader Aparna Yadav, a friend on Wednesday urged people not to pay attention to rumours surrounding the incident, stating that his death was sudden and caused by a sudden deterioration in health.

TN Assembly: Vijay wins trust vote with 144 in favour amid AIADMK rift, DMK walkout

IANS | May 13, 2026 12:17 PM

Chennai, May 13 (IANS) Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay successfully cleared the first major test for his newly formed Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK)-led government on Wednesday after winning the confidence motion in the Legislative Assembly with 144 votes in favour.

Pawan Khera appears before Assam Police

IANS | May 13, 2026 12:12 PM

Guwahati, May 13 (IANS) Senior Congress leader, Pawan Khera, on Wednesday appeared before the Crime Branch in Guwahati in connection with a case filed by Riniki Bhuyan Sharma, wife of Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.

Udhayanidhi will face heat of people over Sanatan Dharma remark: BJP Telangana chief

IANS | May 13, 2026 11:54 AM

Hyderabad, May 13 (IANS) Former Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister, Udhayanidhi Stalin, on Wednesday reiterated his remarks calling for the "eradication” of Sanatan Dharma in the Assembly, prompting sharp criticism from BJP Telangana President N. Ramachandra Rao, who said the DMK leader would "definitely face the heat of the people."

From Union Ministers to CMs and legislators, a reduction in convoy size and shift to EVs on PM Modi’s save fuel appeal

IANS | May 13, 2026 11:45 AM

New Delhi, May 13 (IANS) Various Union Ministers, Chief Ministers and multiple administrative wings of the Centre and state governments have started adopting fuel-saving measures after Prime Minister Narendra Modi's appeal to citizens on reducing fuel consumption, amid the continuing global energy crisis triggered by the ongoing conflict in West Asia.

PM Modi leads by example, cuts down his convoy size after austerity appeal

IANS | May 13, 2026 11:36 AM

New Delhi, May 13 (IANS) Days after making a fervent appeal to the people to prepare for the 'challenging period' resulting from the West Asia conflict, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is walking the talk in setting new benchmarks -- a move that is likely to resonate positively with the public in advancing the message of austerity.

Leena Gangopadhyay resigns as chairperson of West Bengal Commission for Women after change of govt

IANS | May 13, 2026 11:07 AM

Kolkata, May 13 (IANS) After the change of government in the state, Leena Gangopadhyay has stepped down from her position as Chairperson of the West Bengal Commission for Women (WBCW), said officials on Wednesday

Very good boy, unfortunate that he is no longer with us: Akhilesh Yadav on Prateek Yadav's demise

IANS | May 13, 2026 10:30 AM

Lucknow, May 13 (IANS) Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav on Wednesday mourned the untimely demise of his step-brother Prateek Yadav, calling him a "very good body" who was always mindful about his health and fitness.

Following PM Modi’s appeal to conserve fuel, Delhi Minister takes metro to work

IANS | May 13, 2026 10:13 AM

New Delhi, May 13 (IANS) Delhi Minister Kapil Mishra on Wednesday travelled by the metro, saying the move was part of the government’s effort to implement Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal to reduce fuel consumption and promote energy conservation amid global economic uncertainty.

1998 Pokhran tests demonstrated India's unwavering resolve to world: PM Modi

IANS | May 13, 2026 9:37 AM

New Delhi, May 13 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said that the Pokhran nuclear tests of 1998 demonstrated India's unwavering resolve to the world and showcased that no power can bend the nation.

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Friend dismisses rumours surrounding Prateek Yadav’s death; says it was sudden deterioration in health

TN Assembly: Vijay wins trust vote with 144 in favour amid AIADMK rift, DMK walkout

Pawan Khera appears before Assam Police

Udhayanidhi will face heat of people over Sanatan Dharma remark: BJP Telangana chief

From Union Ministers to CMs and legislators, a reduction in convoy size and shift to EVs on PM Modi’s save fuel appeal

PM Modi leads by example, cuts down his convoy size after austerity appeal

Leena Gangopadhyay resigns as chairperson of West Bengal Commission for Women after change of govt

Very good boy, unfortunate that he is no longer with us: Akhilesh Yadav on Prateek Yadav's demise

Following PM Modi’s appeal to conserve fuel, Delhi Minister takes metro to work

1998 Pokhran tests demonstrated India's unwavering resolve to world: PM Modi

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