Odisha: Congress alleges misinformation in Women’s Reservation
Bhubaneswar, April 20 (IANS) The Odisha Pradesh Congress Committee (OPCC) on Monday criticised the BJP-led Union Government over the implementation of the Women’s Reservation Bill, alleging delays and spreading of false propaganda on the issue. Speaking at a press conference held here, Koraput MP Saptagiri Sankar Ulaka stated that he was present in the Lok […]
Maharashtra govt waives registration fees for ancestral land partition
Mumbai, April 20 (IANS) In a bid to provide significant relief to farmers and the general public, the Maharashtra government on Monday announced a total waiver of registration fees for the partition deeds of ancestral agricultural land. The Revenue Department officially issued the circular regarding this exemption today. The waiver now extends beyond cases […]
Maharashtra government transfers nine IPS officers
Mumbai, April 20 (IANS) In a major administrative overhaul aimed at bolstering law and order, the Maharashtra government on Monday transferred nine Indian Police Service officers. Key districts, including Satara, Sangli, Gadchiroli, Kolhapur, and Jalgaon, will see new leadership following today’s transfer order. The government stated that these strategic appointments are intended to streamline […]
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to begin three-day Germany visit from April 21
New Delhi, April 20 (IANS) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will undertake an official three-day visit to Germany from April 21 to 23, 2026, aimed at further strengthening the strategic defence partnership between India and Germany and expanding bilateral cooperation. During the visit, Rajnath Singh is scheduled to hold bilateral talks with his German counterpart Boris […]
Kejriwal behaving like ‘urban terrorist’, alleges Parvesh Verma
New Delhi, April 20 (IANS) Delhi Minister Parvesh Verma on Monday accused AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal of behaving like an ‘urban terrorist’ following the Delhi High Court’s decision to dismiss his plea seeking the recusal of a judge in the excise policy case. In a significant ruling on Monday, the Delhi High Court dismissed […]
Drone training centre for NCC Cadets in Nagpur soon, says top official
Mumbai, April 20 (IANS) Additional Director General of the NCC Directorate Maharashtra, Major General Vivek Tyagi, said on Monday that a drone training centre will come up in Nagpur soon for NCC Cadets. Briefing the media on the Mauritius delegation’s visit to the NCC Maharashtra Directorate HQ, he said, “It was a very useful interaction […]
CJI Surya Kant calls for real-time enforcement to tackle cybercrime, flags systemic gaps
New Delhi, April 20 (IANS) Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant on Monday stressed the urgent need for a transition towards real-time enforcement mechanisms to effectively combat the rapidly evolving threat of cybercrime in the country. Delivering the 22nd D.P. Kohli Memorial Lecture at Bharat Mandapam, the CJI said that traditional enforcement approaches are […]
No plans yet to attend next round of talks with US: Iran
Tehran, April 20 (IANS) Citing “contradictory actions” from Washington, Iran on Monday made it clear that it has not made any decision yet on participating in the next round of negotiations with the US. “So far, we have not made any decisions regarding the next round of negotiations,” said Esmaeil Baqaei, spokesperson for the Iranian […]
India and UK deepen defence ties during CDS Gen Chauhan’s visit
London, April 20 (IANS) Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan was accorded a Ceremonial Step Line and received by his UK counterpart Air Chief Marshal Sir Richard Knighton, in London on Monday. This is the first official visit by an Indian CDS to the UK and marks the fifth senior UK–India military engagement […]
Azerbaijanis throng Indian food festival in Baku
Baku, April 20 (IANS) The Embassy of India in Azerbaijan successfully organised a grand Indian Food Festival at its premises in Baku which received an encouraging response from the locals community and leaders. “Diverse Indian cuisines, cultural performances, and diplomatic engagements highlighted the event, The day-long event brought together the rich flavours, colours, and cultural […]
