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"Indian Voters Have Tendency To Surprise": Sam Pitroda On Congress Chances

Asian News International | Tuesday April 16, 2024, Chicago

Chairman of Indian Overseas Congress Sam Pitroda has expressed confidence that the Congress and INDIA bloc will do well in the Lok Sabha elections and said that Indian voters have a tendency to surprise.

Told To Miss Exams Over Low Attendance, Telangana Teen Dies By Suicide

Press Trust of India | Tuesday April 16, 2024, Hyderabad

A student of the state-run Rajiv Gandhi University of Knowledge Technologies (RGUKT) at Basar in Telangana allegedly died by suicide in his hostel room, police said on Tuesday.

Nitin Gadkari Unveils Own Manifesto For Nagpur, Promises 1 Lakh Jobs

Press Trust of India | Tuesday April 16, 2024, Nagpur

Union minister and BJP Lok Sabha candidate from Nagpur Nitin Gadkari on Tuesday released his own "manifesto", promising to create one lakh jobs in the next five years if re-elected.

"Congratulate All Security Personnel": Amit Shah On Big Op Against Maoists

Press Trust of India | Tuesday April 16, 2024, New Delhi

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday congratulated security forces for the successful operation against Maoists in Chhattisgarh and said the Modi government is determined to free the country from the scourge.

"In Favour Of Expansion Of UN Security Council Membership...": India

Press Trust of India | Tuesday April 16, 2024, United Nations

India has underscored the need for a reformed UN Security Council that better reflects the geographical and developmental diversity of the United Nations today.

"Fearless Aviator": IAF Veteran Who Served In World War 2 Dies At 103

Press Trust of India | Tuesday April 16, 2024, New Delhi

Veteran air warrior Squadron Leader Dalip Singh Majithia (retd), who joined the Indian Air Force during the tumultuous years of World War II and distinguished himself as a "fearless aviator" during his career, has died. He was 103.

Poll Body Says It Has Acted On Congress' 51, BJP's 38 Complaints In 1 Month

Asian News International | Tuesday April 16, 2024, New Delhi

The Election Commission (EC) on Tuesday listed actions taken by the poll body since the enforcement of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) from March 16, 2024, with the announcement of the general elections to the Lok Sabha.

"Why Is BJP Not Inviting Nitish Kumar To Its Rallies?" Tejashwi Yadav

Press Trust of India | Tuesday April 16, 2024, Patna

RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav on Tuesday questioned the absence of Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar from the BJP's election rallies in the state.

"Firing An Extortion Bid": Salim Khan To NDTV After Eknath Shinde Visits Family

Edited by Sumana Nandy | Tuesday April 16, 2024, New Delhi

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde assured Salman Khan and his family this afternoon when he met them today, two days after shots were fired outside the actor's Bandra home, screenplay writer and actor Salman Khan's father Salim Khan told NDTV.

"Who Wants To Look At Amul Babies?" Himanta Sarma's Jibe At Gandhis

Press Trust of India | Tuesday April 16, 2024, Majuli, Assam

Hours after Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra led a roadshow in Assam's Jorhat, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma claimed that an "insignificant" number of people attended it and that watching rhinos at the Kaziranga would be "more beneficial".

250 Candidates In Second Phase Of Lok Sabha Polls Face Criminal Cases: Report

Press Trust of India | Tuesday April 16, 2024, New Delhi

A total of 250 candidates in the fray for the second phase of the Lok Sabha election have criminal cases against them, with three facing murder charges, according to an analysis of self-sworn affidavits of the contestants by the Association for Democ

79 Maoists Killed In Gun Battles In Chhattisgarh's Bastar So Far This Year

Press Trust of India | Tuesday April 16, 2024, Kanker

At least 29 Maoists were killed in an encounter with security personnel in Chhattisgarh's Kanker district on Tuesday, police officials said.

Lack Of Health Facilities, Winter Tourism: Key Voter Issues In Uttarakhand's Garhwal

Press Trust of India | Tuesday April 16, 2024, Joshimath (U'khand)

Ahead of the general elections, the lack of basic amenities and promotion of winter tourism are the key issues for voters in the border areas of Uttarkhand's Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency.

"Arrest Part Of Well-Orchestrated Conspiracy": Hemant Soren Seeks Bail

Press Trust of India | Tuesday April 16, 2024, Ranchi

Former Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren moved a bail petition before a special court in Ranchi today, alleging that his arrest by the ED was politically motivated and a part of a well-orchestrated conspiracy to coerce him into joining the BJP.

"Underscores Congress' Penchant For Deceit": Smriti Irani On Ex RBI Governor's Book

Press Trust of India | Tuesday April 16, 2024, New Delhi

Union Minister Smriti Irani on Tuesday attacked the Congress over former RBI Governor Duvvuri Subbarao's claim that the finance ministry under Pranab Mukherjee and P Chidambaram used to pressure the RBI.