April 15, 2026 8:11 AM

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Poila Boishakh celebrated across Bengal with traditional fervour & devotion

Bengalis across the globe are celebrating Poila Boishakh, the Bengali New Year, with traditional fervour and enthusiasm as they welcome the New Year 1433.   In West Bengal, devotees are thronging temples, including Kalighat Kali Temple and Dakshineswar Kali Temple, to offer prayers for peace, happin...

April 15, 2026 10:32 AM

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West Bengal poll campaign heats up with top leaders addressing meetings

As the day of the first phase of the West Bengal Assembly elections draws closer, political campaigning is intensifying. Senior BJP leader Amit Shah is scheduled to hold several public meetings in North Bengal today. He will attend a rally at Lebong ground (around noon) in Darjeeling town, followed ...

April 15, 2026 7:57 AM

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Spain approves plan to legalise 500,000 undocumented migrants

  Spain's government has approved a plan to give legal status to about  500,000 undocumented migrants, allowing them to be integrated formally into the workforce.   The Spanish government's plan will offer a one-year renewable residence permit. To qualify, migrants must show they have lived in Spain...

April 15, 2026 7:53 AM

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Austria Chancellor Christian Stocker begins official visit to India

The Federal Chancellor of Austria, Dr Christian Stocker, today arrived for his four-day official visit to India. He was received by Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports Raksha Khadse at the airport.   In a social media post, External Affairs Ministry Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said India...

April 15, 2026 8:03 AM

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Telangana reels under severe heatwave temperatures cross 42 degrees

Telangana is reeling under a severe heatwave, with temperatures continuing to rise across the state. Nizamabad recorded a high of 42.4 degrees Celsius, while Adilabad and Mahabubnagar also reported temperatures above 41 degrees. Even Hyderabad crossed the 40-degree mark, with most areas witnessing t...

April 15, 2026 8:20 AM

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Advance registration for Shri Amarnath Yatra begins across 554 bank branches

The advance registration for the annual Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra will commence from today via online and offline modes across 554 designated bank branches in the country. Shri Amarnath Shrine Board (SASB) has issued a detailed step-by-step procedure for pilgrims. The 57-day Yatra will commence on July...

April 15, 2026 7:33 AM

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Super Typhoon Sinlaku hits Mariana Islands causes widespread damage

A powerful storm, Super Typhoon Sinlaku, hit the U.S. Northern Mariana Islands this morning, causing major damage with strong winds and heavy rain.   According to the National Weather Service, Sinlaku is the most powerful tropical cyclone on Earth this year. This violent Category 5-equivalent storm ...

April 15, 2026 7:30 AM

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UP govt raises wages for unskilled, semi skilled & skilled workers

The Uttar Pradesh government has announced an increase in wages for unskilled, semi-skilled and skilled labourers by up to around three thousand rupees. The move results in nearly a 21 per cent hike in Gautam Buddha Nagar and Ghaziabad districts.   The decision was taken by a high-level committee fo...

April 15, 2026 8:08 AM

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PM Modi on Karnataka visit to inaugurate Sri Guru Bhairavaikya Mandira

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate Sri Guru Bairavaikya Mandira at Srikshetra Adichunchanagiri mutt in Mandya, Karnataka, today. After arrival, the Prime Minister will visit Jwala Peetha, where Lord Shiva is believed to be in penance.   Thereafter, the Prime Minister will offer prayers at ...