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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.

Labour Day: Gautam Adani launches ‘Apni Baat, Apno Ke Saath’ to connect with over 4 lakh colleagues

IANS | May 1, 2026 10:25 AM

Ahmedabad, May 1 (IANS) Gautam Adani, Chairman of the Adani Group, on Friday launched a new initiative, ‘Apni Baat, Apno Ke Saath’, to connect with over four lakh colleagues in the Adani family, on the occasion of the World Labour Day.

Jabalpur cruise tragedy: Multi-agency rescue operation continues as 9 remain missing

IANS | May 1, 2026 9:52 AM

Jabalpur, May 1 (IANS) Rescue operations continued throughout the night and into Friday morning following the tragic cruise boat accident at Bargi Dam in Madhya Pradesh’s Jabalpur district, with officials confirming that 24 passengers have been safely evacuated so far, while efforts continue to trace nine missing persons.

UPI sees 25 pc growth at 22.35 billion transactions in April, starts FY27 on strong note

IANS | May 1, 2026 9:51 AM

New Delhi, May 1 (IANS) India’s digital payments ecosystem 25 per cent year-on-year growth in the month of April at 22.35 billion transactions at Rs 29.03 lakh crore in terms of value, which is a 21 per cent annual growth, according to data released by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) on Friday.

Commercial LPG cylinder rates hiked by Rs 993, no change for household gas consumers

IANS | May 1, 2026 9:32 AM

New Delhi, May 1 (IANS) The price of a 19-kg commercial LPG cylinder has been increased by Rs 993, starting Friday, and after the revision, a 19-kg cylinder will now cost Rs 3,071.5 in Delhi.

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.

EAM Jaishankar highlights PM Modi’s address as key moment at HoM Conference, stresses ‘3Ts’ in diplomacy

IANS | May 1, 2026 7:38 AM

New Delhi, May 1 (IANS) External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar highlighted Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s address as the standout moment of the 11th Heads of Mission (HoM) Conference, underlining the growing importance of trade, technology and tourism — the “3Ts” — in India’s diplomatic strategy.

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.

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

Labour Day: Gautam Adani launches ‘Apni Baat, Apno Ke Saath’ to connect with over 4 lakh colleagues

Jabalpur cruise tragedy: Multi-agency rescue operation continues as 9 remain missing

UPI sees 25 pc growth at 22.35 billion transactions in April, starts FY27 on strong note

Commercial LPG cylinder rates hiked by Rs 993, no change for household gas consumers

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

EAM Jaishankar highlights PM Modi’s address as key moment at HoM Conference, stresses ‘3Ts’ in diplomacy

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

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