Investment in sports infra key for state’s future: Meghalaya CM
Shillong, May 2 (IANS) Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on Saturday said that investment in youth and sports infrastructure is the “greatest investment” for the future of the state, as he inaugurated an upgraded playground and indoor sports stadium at Umlyngka. The improved playground and indoor sports stadium were inaugurated in the presence of […]
Developments in Congress indicate leadership change underway in Karnataka: State BJP chief Vijayendra
Mysuru, May 2 (IANS) Karnataka Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President B.Y. Vijayendra said on Saturday that the developments within the Congress indicate that the leadership change is underway in the state. He made the statement while speaking to the media in Mysuru after inviting religious seer Sri Shivarathri Deshikendra Mahaswamiji of Suttur Mutt for celebrations […]
Akhil Gogoi claims Oppn alliance will form next government in Assam
Guwahati, May 2 (IANS) Raijor Dal chief and opposition leader in Assam Akhil Gogoi on Saturday expressed confidence that the opposition alliance would form the next government in the state, claiming that anti-incumbency sentiment and post-poll assessments point towards a decisive mandate against the ruling dispensation. Speaking to IANS, Gogoi said there was “no doubt” […]
Bihar: Liquor crackdown intensifies, 200 litres of spirit recovered
Patna, May 2 (IANS) Despite a decade-long prohibition in Bihar, illegal liquor smuggling continues to pose a serious challenge. In a fresh crackdown, police in East Champaran have seized a large quantity of spirit and a vehicle allegedly being used for manufacturing illicit liquor. The action took place under the Mehsi police station limits during […]
Karnataka finances under strain, says State BJP chief Vijayendra over guarantee schemes
Bengaluru, May 2 (IANS) Referring to the Union Finance Ministry’s Monthly Economic Review for April 2026, Karnataka Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President and MLA B.Y. Vijayendra on Saturday criticised the state government’s guarantee schemes and expressed concern over the state’s financial management. He said that due to “unscientific financial management”, more than 15 per cent […]
Mamata asks Trinamool agents to seek recount if BJP leads by 500-700 votes
Kolkata, May 2 (IANS) West Bengal Chief Minister and Trinamool Congress supremo Mamata Banerjee on Saturday instructed party counting agents to promptly seek a recount in booths where the BJP is ahead by a margin of 500 to 700 votes. She also advised counting agents to stay overnight near counting centres on Sunday so that […]
US aircraft carrier Gerald R. Ford leaves Middle East
Riyadh, May 2 (IANS) The USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier has left the Middle East after taking part in operations against Iran, local media reported, citing a US official. The move leaves two US aircraft carriers in the region — the USS Abraham Lincoln and USS George H.W. Bush. The Ford had been at […]
US believes naval blockade costs Iran $4.8 billion in oil revenue: Report
Washington, May 2 (IANS) The Pentagon has estimated that Iran has suffered losses of around $4.8 billion in oil revenue due to a blockade imposed by the United States Navy on its ports, according to a report by Axios, which cited unnamed officials. The report noted that two tankers have been seized during the course […]
US offers arms sales of $8.6 billion to four Middle East allies
Washington, May 2 (IANS) The US administration has bypassed congressional review to offer arms sales worth over 8.6 billion US dollars to Israel, Qatar, Kuwait and the United Arab Emirates. Among the items were advanced precision kill weapon systems, air and missile defence replenishment services and an integrated battle command system, according to the state […]
CBI secures extradition of fugitive Kamlesh Parekh from UAE in major bank fraud case
New Delhi, May 2 (IASN) The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has successfully secured the extradition of wanted fugitive Kamlesh Parekh from the United Arab Emirates, in connection with a major banking fraud case involving losses of hundreds of crores. In an official statement, the agency said, “The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), in coordination […]
