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Experts look for CDV outbreak source after big cat family of 5 wiped out in Kanha Tiger Reserve

IANS | May 1, 2026 3:36 PM

Bhopal/Kanha, May 1 (IANS) The heart of India’s wildlife conservation framework has been shaken by the devastating deaths of Tigress T141 and her entire litter of four cubs at the Kanha Tiger Reserve in Madhya Pradesh in a span of just nine days. Preliminary investigations have pointed towards the Canine Distemper Virus (CDV) as the likely cause of the deaths and veterinarians and wildlife forensic experts are working to confirm the source of the deadly outbreak.

Prez Murmu visits Army Training Command in Shimla, appreciates role in fostering innovation

IANS | May 1, 2026 3:28 PM

Shimla, May 1 (IANS) President and Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces Droupadi Murmu visited Headquarters of Army Training Command (ARTRAC) in Shimla on Friday, lauding its role in the operational preparedness of the Indian Army.

Action will be taken against those creating trouble, showing laxity: Bengal CEO on vote counting preparations

IANS | May 1, 2026 3:24 PM

Kolkata, May 1 (IANS) West Bengal Chief Electoral Officer Manoj Kumar Agarwal on Friday stated that strict action will be taken against those who create trouble or on account of any laxity during the vote count for the state Assembly polls.

MoS Kirti Vardhan, AU Commission finalise preparations for India-Africa Forum Summit

IANS | May 1, 2026 3:18 PM

New Delhi, May 1 (IANS) Minister of State for External Affairs, Kirti Vardhan Singh held a meeting with an African Union (AU) Commission delegation led by Willy Nyamitwe, Chairperson of AU Permanent Representative Committee and Ambassador of Burundi in New Delhi on Friday. The discussions, according to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), focused on strengthening multifaceted ties and making preparations for the upcoming fourth India-Africa Forum Summit (IAFS-IV).

NIA court sentences two to 5.5 years jail for hoisting Khalistani flag at Moga DC's office

IANS | May 1, 2026 3:11 PM

Mohali, May 1 (IANS) A special National Investigation Agency (NIA) court in Punjab's SAS Nagar (Mohali) has convicted and sentenced two men to over five years rigorous imprisonment in a 2020 case involving the hoisting of a Khalistani flag at the Deputy Commissioner’s office in the state's Moga, the agency said on Friday.

Vishvajit Sahay takes charge as Secretary, Defence Finance; Bharat Khera as Secretary in MSME Ministry

IANS | May 1, 2026 3:00 PM

New Delhi, May 1 (IANS) Vishvajit Sahay, a 1990 batch officer of the Indian Defence Accounts Service (IDAS), assumed the charge as Secretary (Defence Finance) in the Ministry of Defence, an official statement said on Friday.

Punjab Congress demands alcohol, dope tests of all Assembly members, including CM Mann

IANS | May 1, 2026 2:58 PM

Chandigarh, May 1 (IANS) Seeking breath analyser and dope tests of all members, including Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, pandemonium prevailed in the Assembly at its special one-day session on Friday to mark International Labour Day, with the main Opposition Congress MLAs staging a walkout after heated exchanges over conduct inside the House with treasury benches.

‘Democracy under threat’: Pramod Tiwari on Kolkata strongroom row

IANS | May 1, 2026 2:52 PM

New Delhi, May 1 (IANS) Congress MP Pramod Tiwari on Friday raised concerns over the Kolkata strongroom controversy, questioning the functioning of the Election Commission and alleging that repeated incidents could undermine democratic processes in the country.

Mamata Banerjee has 'panicked' before poll results: BJP MPs on Bengal CM's strong room visit

IANS | May 1, 2026 2:49 PM

New Delhi, May 1 (IANS) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MPs on Friday claimed that West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has "panicked" before the Assembly election results on May 4 and is looking for an "excuse" for defeat.

Trinamool Congress raises alarm over 'sealed strongroom' access in Kolkata, seeks clarification from EC

IANS | May 1, 2026 2:28 PM

Kolkata, May 1 (IANS) The Trinamool Congress on Friday alleged irregularities involving access to a sealed strongroom in Kolkata, demanding an explanation from the Election Commission while asserting that the party would remain vigilant to prevent any tampering with votes.

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Experts look for CDV outbreak source after big cat family of 5 wiped out in Kanha Tiger Reserve

Prez Murmu visits Army Training Command in Shimla, appreciates role in fostering innovation

Action will be taken against those creating trouble, showing laxity: Bengal CEO on vote counting preparations

MoS Kirti Vardhan, AU Commission finalise preparations for India-Africa Forum Summit

NIA court sentences two to 5.5 years jail for hoisting Khalistani flag at Moga DC's office

Vishvajit Sahay takes charge as Secretary, Defence Finance; Bharat Khera as Secretary in MSME Ministry

Punjab Congress demands alcohol, dope tests of all Assembly members, including CM Mann

‘Democracy under threat’: Pramod Tiwari on Kolkata strongroom row

Mamata Banerjee has 'panicked' before poll results: BJP MPs on Bengal CM's strong room visit

Trinamool Congress raises alarm over 'sealed strongroom' access in Kolkata, seeks clarification from EC

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