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April 17, 2026 10:11 PM

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Kerala: IMD issues yellow alert for hot, humid conditions till Sunday

In Keralam, amid scorching heat, the India Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert for hot and humid conditions in the state till Sunday. Maximum temperatures are likely to reach 40 degree Celsius in Palakkad district, 39 degree Celsius in Kollam, and 38 degree Celsius in Kottayam, while...

April 17, 2026 10:05 PM

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J&K CM Abdullah unveils Sher-i-Kashmir Cricket Club jersey

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today unveiled the jersey of the Sher-i-Kashmir Cricket Club at a function in Jammu. The event was attended by Minister for Youth Services and Sports Satish Sharma, Advisor to the Chief Minister Nasir Aslam Wani, and members of the club.   Appreciating ...

April 17, 2026 10:02 PM

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Gujarat HC dismisses Asaram Ashram Trust appeals over Motera land

The Gujarat High Court today dismissed the appeals filed by the Asaram Ashram Trust and refused to grant any interim relief, clearing the way for the state government to reclaim over 45,000 square metres of land in the Motera area currently occupied by the Ashram.   In a significant ruling, a divisi...

April 17, 2026 9:47 PM

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PM Modi expresses grief over mishap in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed grief over the mishap in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. In a social media post, Mr Modi extended his condolences to those who have lost their loved ones in the mishap. The Prime Minister also prayed for the speedy recovery of those injured. 

April 17, 2026 9:30 PM

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Gujarat: 730 seats declared uncontested in upcoming local body elections

In Gujarat, as many as 730 seats have been declared uncontested in the upcoming local body elections in the state. According to the final figures released by the State Election Commission after the withdrawal of nomination forms, 43 seats were won uncontested in 15 Municipal Corporations and 385 sea...

April 17, 2026 9:26 PM

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Campaigning for 1st phase of Assembly Elections in West Bengal intensifies

Campaigning has intensified in West Bengal as the first phase of the Assembly elections draws near. BJP leader and Leader of Opposition in the state Assembly, Suvendu Adhikari, addressed public meetings in Purulia district today in support of party candidates. He assured that if the BJP comes to pow...

April 17, 2026 9:01 PM

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J&K secures 3rd rank nationally under Mission Karmayogi during Sadhana Saptah

Jammu and Kashmir has secured the third rank nationally under Mission Karmayogi during Sadhana Saptah, marking a major milestone in institutionalising continuous learning and competency-driven governance among civil servants.”   Akashvani Jammu Correspondent reports that the recognition reflects the...