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10:54 PM

Dr Reddy's gets over Rs 2,395-cr show cause notice from I-T authority

10:11 PM

India, Sri Lanka, UAE unveil ambitious initiative for energy cooperation

10:01 PM

India's overall exports estimated to have crossed $800 bn in FY25; goods remain flat: Report

9:58 PM

After innovation debate, Goyal announces helpline for startup grievances

Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal has announced that the government is launching a dedicated helpline for startups across India. This platform is aimed at helping entrepreneurs voice their concerns or share suggestions with the government, said the minister at the Startup Mahakumbh event in New Delhi on Saturday (April 5).

 

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7:40 PM

UN urges relief efforts in Myanmar as earthquake death toll rises

6:56 PM

Sales of homes costing less than Rs 50 lakh down 9 pc in Jan-Mar to 21,000 units: Knight Frank

5:29 PM

Delhi court acquits man of rape charge, directs perjury proceedings against woman

5:20 PM

Social media post sparks protests in J-K's Bhaderwah; internet suspended

4:48 PM

UP to be prosperous in next 3 years by wiping out poverty: CM Adityanath

3:54 PM

AAP MLA Amanatullah Khan moves SC challenging validity of Waqf Bill

2:38 PM

Jabalpur attack: Priests have expressed gratitude for Kerala govt's support, says minister

Revenue Minister K Rajan on Saturday said the Catholic priests from Kerala, who were allegedly attacked by right-wing activists in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, have expressed their heartfelt gratitude for the support extended by the Kerala government and its people. Speaking to reporters after visiting the residence of one of the priests, Rajan said that amidst the ongoing CPI(M) Party Congress, the chief minister personally intervened, and state authorities immediately contacted senior officials in Madhya Pradesh on the day of the incident.

2:04 PM

UGC notifies new rules for recognition of foreign degrees, aims to cut delays and ambiguity

The University Grants Commission (UGC) has notified a new regulation to streamline the recognition and grant of equivalence degrees to academic qualifications obtained from foreign educational institutions. The move comes amid a growing number of Indian students returning from abroad with international credentials, often facing delays and uncertainty in getting their degrees recognised either for admission to Indian institutions or for employment.

1:30 PM

Installation of Smart Meters underway in J&K's Poonch

Smart meters are being installed in Poonch, Jammu and Kashmir to enhance power distribution and cut losses. Electrical Engineer Vinod Dabur informed on Saturday that the drive to install smart meters has been underway in Poonch for the past 2.5 months. "The installation of smart meters has started in Poonch. This drive has been going on for the past 2.5 months. There are 7000 domestic consumers in Poonch City. So we have started the implementation with domestic consumers. The installation is also being done in a commercial establishment," Vinod Dabur told ANI. Vinod Babur also clarified the misconception that people are being charged more with smart meters. He said the units depend on electricity usage.

12:57 PM

IPL betting racket busted in Goa; three arrested for illegal operation

Three persons have been arrested in Goa for allegedly operating a racket accepting bets online on the ongoing IPL cricket matches, police said on Saturday. The crime branch raided an apartment in the Porvorim locality near here late on Friday night and caught the accused red-handed. They said the accused, Tigulla Shrinivas (39), Gaddala Kiran Kumar (37) and Annathapuram Shravankumar Chary (36), all hailing from Telangana, were accepting bets on the match between Lucknow Super Giants and Mumbai Indians.

12:26 PM

Fire breaks out in tyre factory in Noida, no one injured

A massive fire broke out in a tyre manufacturing factory here and efforts to douse it were still underway after over 12 hours, the fire department said on Saturday. There were no casualties in the incident, it said. The fire broke out in the MRL Tyres factory in the Surajpur police station area around 10.30 pm on Friday. Based on the information, 20 fire tenders were rushed to the spot, Chief Fire Officer (CFO) Pradeep Kumar said.

12:13 PM

Family, friends pay last respects to Hindi cinema legend Manoj Kumar

Family and close friends from the Hindi movie industry, including Ashoke Pandit, Prem Chopra and others, paid their final respects to late actor Manoj Kumar at his residence here on Saturday. The veteran actor-filmmaker died on Friday due to age-related issues at Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani hospital. He was 87. 

11:54 AM

Manoj Kumar mortal remains taken for final rites with state honours

The mortal remains of actor and director Manoj Kumar, known for his patriotic roles, were taken for his final rites today, April 5, 2025, with full state honours. The legendary Padma Shri awardee was given a grand tribute to celebrate the legacy he leaves behind in Indian cinema. His coffin, draped with the tricolour national flag, marked a fitting farewell to the "Bharat Kumar" of Indian cinema.

11:50 AM

Security forces recover cache of arms, ammunition from various districts of Manipur

Security forces have recovered arms and ammunition during the search operations and area domination conducted in the fringe and vulnerable areas of hill and valley districts of Manipur, stated an official press release. In one such operation, security forces recovered a significant cache of arms and ammunition from Laisoi hill areas under Keibul Lamjao Police Station, in Bishnupur district. The recovered items included SLR rifles, carbines, and live rounds.

11:09 AM

Indian national stabbed to death in Canada's Ottawa

An Indian national was stabbed to death near Canada's Ottawa city and police have taken one suspect in custody, the Indian mission in the country said. The High Commission of India in Ottawa, the capital of Canada, said the incident happened in Rockland. It did not identify the victim. "We are deeply saddened by the tragic death of an Indian national in Rockland near Ottawa due to a stabbing. Police have stated a suspect has been taken into custody," The High Commission posted on X on Friday.

10:42 AM

Shipping Minister Sarbabanda Sonowal flags off Maritime Awareness Walkathon on National Maritime Day

Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW) Sarbananda Sonowal on Saturday flagged off the 'Maritime Awareness Walkathon' in the national capital. The event marked the 62nd National Maritime Day. Addressing the event, Sarbanda Sonowal emphasised the vision of 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047, urging every Indian to contribute and play their role to fulfil this dream.

10:22 AM

PM Modi receives ceremonial welcome as he begins Sri Lanka visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was accorded a ceremonial welcome at Colombo's Independence Square on Friday as he began a three-day visit to Sri Lanka aimed at deepening regional ties and development cooperation. Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake greeted him at the venue, marking the start of a packed diplomatic schedule.

9:54 AM

We will continue to strengthen maritime sector: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Saturday that his government will continue to strengthen India's maritime sector and its ports for the country's progress. In a post on X to mark the National Maritime Day, which commemorated the importance of the sector, PM Modi said, "Today, on National Maritime Day, we recall India's rich maritime history and the role played by this sector in nation-building." He added, "We will continue to strengthen the maritime sector and our ports for India's progress.

9:44 AM

Ram Navami: Hyderabad Police to set up surveillance, deploy special forces as precautionary measure

As a precautionary measure ahead of the scheduled Shobha Yatra for Ram Navami, the Hyderabad police is gearing up to set up special surveillance at places where the main and smaller processions are expected to intersect. The Hyderabad police remain insistent on maintaining continuous surveillance while suggesting the deployment of special additional forces, especially in "problematic areas around religious places".

9:36 AM

BSF foils infiltration bid on Jammu international border

The Border Security Force on the intervening night of April 4 and April 5 foiled an infiltration attempt by an intruder crossing the International Border (IB) in the Jammu region of Jammu and Kashmir, an official release stated. According to the release, the BSF troops stationed along the IB in the region observed suspicious movement in the border area where an individual was seen crossing the IB, prompting the BSF personnel to issue a challenge. The intruder, however, did not respond and continued moving towards the Indian side and in response to the perceived threat, BSF troops neutralised the intruder.

9:31 AM

Building damaged due to dust storm in Thane; residents evacuated

An unauthorised high-rise building was damaged, and some residents were evacuated after a dust storm swept through Maharashtra's Thane city, an official said on Saturday. There were reports of no injuries in the incident that occurred in the Mumbra area on Friday afternoon, said Yasin Tadvi, chief of the disaster management cell of the Thane Municipal Corporation (TMC).

9:05 AM

BJP-NDA secures victory in Assam's Rabha Hasong Autonomous Council elections

The BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) secured a landslide victory in Assam's Rabha Hasong Autonomous Council elections, winning 33 out of 36 seats. According to the results declared by the Assam State Election Commission, Congress managed to win just one seat of the tribal council. BJP won 6 seats while its ally party Rabha Hasong Jautho Sangraam Samiti won 27 seats and 2 Independent candidates won the election. BJP won 6 seats: 02-Kothakuthi, 15-Agia, 22-Bondapara, 30-Bamunigaon, 35-Silputa, 20-Joyramkuchi (Un-contested).