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Israel encouraged by India's support for free maritime navigation: Envoy Azar

IANS | April 9, 2026 6:18 PM

New Delhi, April 9 (IANS) Spotlighting that India continues to pursue its national interests strongly amid the ongoing geopolitical conflicts, Reuven Azar, the Ambassador of Israel to India, on Thursday lauded New Delhi's stance on unimpeded freedom of navigation as efforts continue to resume the use of commercial maritime routes in the Strait of Hormuz.

Uttar Pradesh leads in crop procurement through GeM portal, Gujarat and Maharashtra follow

IANS | April 9, 2026 6:10 PM

Lucknow, April 9 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh has emerged as the topmost state in procurement of crops through the GeM (Government e-Marketplace) portal, with total purchases by the state government amounting to Rs 22,337 crore during the financial year 2025-26.

2‑wheelers account for 45 pc of road fatalities, youth should lead safety drive: Minister

IANS | April 9, 2026 6:02 PM

New Delhi, April 9 (IANS) Road accidents continue to pose a major public safety concern in India, with nearly 1.8 lakh fatalities reported annually, with around 45 per cent of these fatalities involving two-wheelers, MoS, Road Transport and Highways, Harsh Malhotra said on Thursday calling on the youth, to act as ambassadors of road safety and lead by example.

US chose to use Pakistan as facilitator for own reasons: Israeli envoy on Iran ceasefire

IANS | April 9, 2026 5:53 PM

New Delhi, April 9 (IANS) Reuven Azar, the Ambassador of Israel to India, on Thursday said that the United States has chosen to use Pakistan as a facilitator for its own reasons and Jerusalem trusts Washington's decision as long as the 15-point plan to end the war in the Middle East is implemented.

Army rescues all 1,321 stranded tourists and 84 locals in North Sikkim after landslides

IANS | April 9, 2026 5:21 PM

Gangtok, April 9 (IANS) The Indian Army has successfully evacuated all 1,321 stranded tourists and 84 local residents from North Sikkim on Thursday after landslides snapped road connectivity in the region, officials said.

Smriti Irani accompanies RG Kar victim's mother for nomination, calls her 'symbol of fight for justice'

IANS | April 9, 2026 5:15 PM

Panihati (West Bengal), April 9 (IANS) BJP leader Smriti Irani on Thursday accompanied Ratna Debnath, the mother of the RG Kar rape-murder victim, as she filed her nomination as the Bharatiya Janata Party candidate from Panihati in West Bengal.

Saree-clad robot welcomes voters at Puducherry polling station

IANS | April 9, 2026 5:06 PM

New Delhi, April 9 (IANS) An elector-friendly robot, sporting a saree, welcomed visitors to the polling station for Puducherry Assembly elections on Thursday, said the ECI, while highlighting its tech initiatives for voter convenience and attracting young voters.

'Absolutely wrong': Husain Dalwai after Maha Cong councillor refuses to sing ‘Vande Mataram'

IANS | April 9, 2026 4:55 PM

Mumbai, April 9 (IANS) As controversy erupted over Maharashtra Congress councillor Fauzia Sheikh’s refusal to sing ‘Vande Mataram’ in Indore, Congress leader Husain Dalwai on Thursday termed the act “absolutely wrong”. He added that it is the national song and that not following it is inappropriate.

Uttar Pradesh: Under ‘CM Yuva’ initiative, more than 10,000 innovative enterprises spring up

IANS | April 9, 2026 4:52 PM

Lucknow, April 9 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh is witnessing a remarkable shift in the entrepreneurial journey, with thousands of youths making a conscious switch to innovation-driven start-up ecosystem, rather than getting involved in family-run businesses.

Galgotias University continues to face heavy backlash over ads after 'dog-robot' row

IANS | April 9, 2026 4:48 PM

New Delhi, April 9 (IANS) Galgotias University continued to face heavy backlash on social media on Thursday, after drawing criticism over full-page advertisements in leading Indian newspapers claiming global recognition.

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Israel encouraged by India's support for free maritime navigation: Envoy Azar

Uttar Pradesh leads in crop procurement through GeM portal, Gujarat and Maharashtra follow

2‑wheelers account for 45 pc of road fatalities, youth should lead safety drive: Minister

US chose to use Pakistan as facilitator for own reasons: Israeli envoy on Iran ceasefire

Army rescues all 1,321 stranded tourists and 84 locals in North Sikkim after landslides

Smriti Irani accompanies RG Kar victim's mother for nomination, calls her 'symbol of fight for justice'

Saree-clad robot welcomes voters at Puducherry polling station

'Absolutely wrong': Husain Dalwai after Maha Cong councillor refuses to sing ‘Vande Mataram'

Uttar Pradesh: Under ‘CM Yuva’ initiative, more than 10,000 innovative enterprises spring up

Galgotias University continues to face heavy backlash over ads after 'dog-robot' row

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