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Suvendu Adhikari takes oath as West Bengal CM, leads state's first BJP govt

Governor RN Ravi administered the oath of office and secrecy to Adhikari at a grand ceremony held at the Brigade Parade Grounds here in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi

Jhalmuri becomes flavour of victory at Bengal BJP's maiden oath ceremony

The state BJP set up 20 jhalmuri stalls across the sprawling venue in central Kolkata, while several independent vendors were also seen doing brisk business along the periphery

Sonar Bangla era begins: Adhikari as WB's first BJP govt set to take charge

Prime Minister Modi, senior BJP leaders, chief ministers of several NDA-ruled states, industrialists, film personalities and religious leaders are expected to attend the swearing-in ceremony

Decision on Kerala CM likely in 24 hours: Congress leader Muraleedharan

The UDF's sweeping Assembly poll victory in Kerala has triggered a wave of lobbying and demonstrations by the supporters of senior leaders V D Satheesan, Ramesh Chennithala and KC Venugopal

Security tightened ahead of Suvendu Adhikari's swearing-in as Bengal CM

Security arrangements were also intensified at the RCTC Ground, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to land before attending the ceremony

BJP govt to fulfil people's aspirations, Syama Prasad's dream: Dilip Ghosh

West Bengal chief minister-elect Suvendu Adhikari and his council of ministers are scheduled to be sworn in at a grand ceremony at the Brigade Parade Grounds on Saturday

ED raids Punjab minister Sanjeev Arora, linked persons again in PMLA case

Arora's official residence in Chandigarh and a real estate company in Gurugram (Haryana) were among the five premises that were raided, said officials

Modern post offices reflect new work culture being developed: Scindia

Scindia highlighted that expanded services, modern digital facilities and a seamless citizen experience are empowering India's postal services to align with the needs of a new era

Heatwave to continue in western parts as storms lash across India

Delhi witnessed a cooler morning after recent rainfall as IMD forecast thunderstorms, gusty winds and heavy rain across several states, while heatwave conditions persist in west India

VCK's X handle suspended amid TVK attempting coalition govt in Tamil Nadu

This development comes after a purported post by the VCK in support of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) to form a coalition government in the Tamil Nadu Assembly

Nashik TCS forced conversion case: Accused held, sent to police custody

Following her arrest on Thursday, she was produced before the Nashik Road sessions court on Friday and the court remanded her in police custody till May 11

India test-fires glide weapon system for precision long-range strikes

India conducted the maiden flight-trial of the indigenous TARA glide weapon system, enhancing the Indian Air Force's stand-off precision strike capability with a low-cost smart munition

Pentagon releases UFO files, says public can draw its own conclusions

Experts have urged caution, warning that UAP videos are often misinterpreted, mischaracterised

Andhra Pradesh High Court episode sparks debate on judicial contempt

Legal experts say contempt powers exist to safeguard the administration of justice, not judicial ego, after a courtroom exchange in Andhra Pradesh High Court sparked debate

Datanomics: 3 in every 10 who died by suicide were daily wagers in 2024

India's suicide toll reached 1.7 lakh in 2024 despite a marginal dip from the previous year, with family distress and economic vulnerability emerging as major drivers

Supreme Court lays down guidelines to speed up trials in NIA cases

The Supreme Court directed the establishment of exclusive NIA courts and day-to-day hearings to expedite trials under anti-terror laws and special legislations.

Centre notifies final IR, Wage Code rules; issues Model Standing Orders

The Centre has notified final rules under the Industrial Relations Code and Code on Wages, along with Model Standing Orders for key sectors

RCOM fraud probe: SC says can't order arrest to sensationalise issue

The Supreme Court refused to direct Anil Ambani's arrest in the RCOM fraud case, saying investigative agencies must decide on custodial action

Health Ministry activates precautionary surveillance amid hantavirus

The Health Ministry has stepped up surveillance after probable hantavirus cases were reported onboard the cruise ship MV Hondius, with two Indians under observation

Rajnath Singh asks armed forces to preserve 'element of surprise'

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh urged the armed forces to strengthen AI, cyber, and autonomous capabilities while maintaining strategic unpredictability