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SC cancels bail of Satinder Singh Bhasin in Grand Venice Mall 'scam' case

The top court directed that Bhasin may apply for regular bail afresh after a period of twelve months, subject to fully complying with the orders passed in the insolvency proceedings

SC cancels bail of Satinder Singh Bhasin in Grand Venice Mall 'scam' case
Updated On : 02 Apr 2026 | 12:56 PM IST

RPSC SI Admit Card 2026 out at rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in, download link here

The RPSC SI Admit Card 2026 is now available for the 1,015 Sub-Inspector posts. The exam will be held on Apr 5 and 6, 2026. Candidates must download their hall tickets using the details

RPSC SI Admit Card 2026 out at rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in, download link here
Updated On : 02 Apr 2026 | 12:51 PM IST

Need to update public services to achieve 'Viksit Bharat': PM Modi

Modi stated that the principle of governance in the country is based on the mantra "Nagrik Devo Bhavah" (citizens are like gods)

Need to update public services to achieve 'Viksit Bharat': PM Modi
Updated On : 02 Apr 2026 | 12:38 PM IST

Census 2027: Step-by-step guide to register for self-enumeration process

India begins its first digital Census with a new self-enumeration option. Here is a detailed guide on how to register for the process online

Census 2027: Step-by-step guide to register for self-enumeration process
Updated On : 02 Apr 2026 | 12:35 PM IST

SC slams Bengal govt over gherao of judicial officials, calls it calculated

Observing that the law and order machinery in the state has 'broken down', the CJI came down hard on state officials for their delayed action in the Malda 'hostage' issue

SC slams Bengal govt over gherao of judicial officials, calls it calculated
Updated On : 02 Apr 2026 | 12:21 PM IST

Not mandatory to install pre-paid power meters: Govt in Lok Sabha

In response to a question on how poor farmers, who rely on daily earnings, would manage to pay for electricity, Power Minster explained that options for small recharges of 5 to 10 days are available

Not mandatory to install pre-paid power meters: Govt in Lok Sabha
Updated On : 02 Apr 2026 | 12:18 PM IST

Rahul Gandhi flags deficiencies in health scheme for ex-servicemen

CAG recently observed that the ECHS is not receiving adequate funding; yet, the government refused to explain why necessary funds for ex-servicemen's healthcare are not being allocated, Gandhi said

Rahul Gandhi flags deficiencies in health scheme for ex-servicemen
Updated On : 02 Apr 2026 | 11:35 AM IST

Isro invites Indian researchers to study data from Aditya-L1 mission

Proposals can be submitted by Indian scientists and researchers based at institutes, universities, or colleges in India

Isro invites Indian researchers to study data from Aditya-L1 mission
Updated On : 02 Apr 2026 | 11:31 AM IST

Why Maharashtra government has closed 6.8 million Ladki Bahin accounts

Around 6.8 million Ladki Bahin scheme accounts were closed in Maharashtra. The scheme costs the state exchequer around ₹3,700 crore every month

Why Maharashtra government has closed 6.8 million Ladki Bahin accounts
Updated On : 02 Apr 2026 | 11:22 AM IST

3 killed as trolley carrying devotees plunges into canal in UP's Kushinagar

According to police, the devotees were travelling from Mamkhor Barhara village in Maharajganj district's Ghughli area to attend the Chaitra Ram Navami Varni fair at Bhaisaha Ghat

3 killed as trolley carrying devotees plunges into canal in UP's Kushinagar
Updated On : 02 Apr 2026 | 10:56 AM IST

Cyrus Poonawalla buys Ravi Varma's 'Yashoda and Krishna' for record ₹167 cr

The price surpasses the previous record held by M F Husain's Untitled (Gram Yatra), which had sold for over ₹118 crore last year to Delhi-based collector and philanthropist Kiran Nadar

Cyrus Poonawalla buys Ravi Varma's 'Yashoda and Krishna' for record ₹167 cr
Updated On : 02 Apr 2026 | 10:36 AM IST

Delhi govt to replace 140,000 Chinese CCTV cameras over security concerns

The PWD will gradually replace these cameras with updated systems that meet current technical standards, offer improved data security, and are backed by a stronger supply and service ecosystem

Delhi govt to replace 140,000 Chinese CCTV cameras over security concerns
Updated On : 02 Apr 2026 | 9:56 AM IST

Weather today: Delhi to hit 37°C even as storms, rain sweep across India

According to IMD's forecast, thunderstorms, gusty winds and scattered rainfall will persist across India till April 5, while temperatures climb across central and eastern regions before a brief dip

Weather today: Delhi to hit 37°C even as storms, rain sweep across India
Updated On : 02 Apr 2026 | 7:27 AM IST

Denis Manturov, Russia's First Deputy PM, to visit New Delhi on Thursday

Russia's First Deputy PM Denis Manturov will visit New Delhi for talks with key ministers, focusing on boosting bilateral trade and expanding exports

Denis Manturov, Russia's First Deputy PM, to visit New Delhi on Thursday
Updated On : 01 Apr 2026 | 11:59 PM IST

Delhi govt rolls out 'Lakhpati Bitiya Yojana' to support girls' education

In a gazette notification issued on March 30, the Department of Women and Child Development detailed the 'Delhi Lakhpati Bitiya Scheme Rules', which came into force from Wednesday

Delhi govt rolls out 'Lakhpati Bitiya Yojana' to support girls' education
Updated On : 01 Apr 2026 | 11:44 PM IST

Lok Sabha passes Jan Vishwas Amendment Bill to change 784 provisions

The Lok Sabha on Wednesday passed a bill to amend certain provisions in different laws for decriminalising and rationalising minor offences to further promote ease of doing business and living

Lok Sabha passes Jan Vishwas Amendment Bill to change 784 provisions
Updated On : 01 Apr 2026 | 11:44 PM IST

India's first digital census begins; President, PM participate in exercise

Prime Minister Modi also filled his self-enumeration details in the presence of the officials

India's first digital census begins; President, PM participate in exercise
Updated On : 01 Apr 2026 | 11:17 PM IST

PM Modi projects Odisha as a key driver of India's next phase of growth

Cites infrastructure push, industrial expansion and welfare gains in Utkal Divas message to chief minister

PM Modi projects Odisha as a key driver of India's next phase of growth
Updated On : 01 Apr 2026 | 10:54 PM IST

PM Narendra Modi chairs CCS meet to review West Asia conflict impact

PM Modi reviews measures across energy, agriculture and logistics sectors to mitigate the impact of the West Asia conflict and ensure supply stability

PM Narendra Modi chairs CCS meet to review West Asia conflict impact
Updated On : 01 Apr 2026 | 10:50 PM IST

NHAI builds 5,313 km highways, beats FY26 construction target by 15%

NHAI constructed 5,313 km of highways in FY26, surpassing its target by 15 per cent, while capital expenditure crossed ₹2.44 trillion

NHAI builds 5,313 km highways, beats FY26 construction target by 15%
Updated On : 01 Apr 2026 | 9:44 PM IST