Kerala Assembly polls: IUML ‘backs’ V.D. Satheesan as Congress-led UDF’s CM pick
Indian Union Muslim League State president Panakkad Syed Sadikali Shihab Thangal says UDF will factor in ‘people’s sentiments’ while choosing its CM, noting that exit polls indicate V.D. Satheesan enjoys the highest support
Bengaluru rains: More than 100 distressed birds rescued
Avian and Reptile Rehabilitation Centre said that more than 100 birds have been rescued by them since April 29.
India accelerates maritime expansion plan amid Strait of Hormuz concerns
An inter-ministerial review meeting, chaired by Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal, focused on building a robust and future-ready maritime ecosystem to safeguard national supply chains
Exit polls predict close contest in West Bengal, DMK+ lead in Tamil Nadu, UDF ahead in Kerala, NDA victory in Assam and Puducherry
Axis My India projected a huge surge for actor-turned-politician Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK)
Record 92.6% turnout in West Bengal’s phase two poll; total State turnout highest since Independence
Total turnout across two phases of polling in the State stands at nearly 93%; CM accuses BJP of trying to “rig” the election at her Bhabanipur constituency
Man kills self after murdering wife in Nanganallur
Preliminary inquiries revealed that the couple frequently quarrelled over debts
Honeymoon murder: Meghalaya court reserves order on bail plea of key accused
Kushwaha is the alleged boyfriend of Raghuvanshi’s wife Sonam, another accused who was granted bail on Tuesday (April 28) by the district and sessions court of Meghalaya’s East Khasi district
Delhi HC orders action after obscene content disrupts virtual hearing
The Bench, also comprising Justice Tejas Karia, was conducting routine court proceedings, which were also accessible through the virtual conferencing (VC) facility, when the first disruption took place during the pre-lunch session
Piprahwa relics of Buddha arrive in Leh, people gather in huge numbers to pay respect
In Ladakh, the relics will be open for public veneration at Jivetsal from May 2 to May 10; Union Home Minister Amit Shah, along with other Union Ministers, ambassadors, Chief Ministers of Buddhist-majority States and representatives of various Buddhist organisations, is expected to visit Leh during the veneration period.
West Bengal Assembly polls: 70,000 CAPF personnel to remain in State after polling
The deployment plan was finalised and issued on March 19, an official says
IIFL Finance Shares in Focus as Motilal Oswal Raises Target Price After Strong Q4 Results — Check Potential Upside
IIFL Finance reported a healthy quarter, driven by strong momentum in the gold loan segment amid robust demand and supportive gold prices, while the MFI business showed recovery with an improving growth trajectory alongside better asset quality.
CBSE Class 12 Results 2026 Likely In Third Week of May; Board Dismisses Delay Rumours
CBSE confirms Class 12 board exam results for 2026 will be declared in the third week of May as scheduled, denying technical delay rumours.
Maharashtra HSC Result 2026 To Be OUT Soon? DigiLocker Shares Big Update On MSBSHSE Class 12 Results
Students can check results on the official site using roll numbers or via DigiLocker by logging in with their Aadhaar-linked mobile number and retrieving digital marksheets.
Maharashtra HSC Result 2026 Expected Soon: DigiLocker Shares Important Update On MSBSHSE Class 12 Results
Students can check Maharashtra HSC results on the official portal and download provisional marksheets. DigiLocker offers a secure platform to retrieve verified digital documents post-result declaration.
Minor’s pregnancy: Amend law on pregnancy termination of rape survivors, says Supreme Court
The court said in its impassioned observations that this is a case of child rape and the survivor will have a lifelong scar and trauma, if termination is not allowed
NMC does away with ceiling on MBBS intake
The notification also removed the limit of 100 MBBS seats per 10 lakh population in a State or a Union Territory.
‘Cartographic Inaccuracies’: Nepal Airlines apologises for showing J&K as part of Pakistan in ‘network map’
“We sincerely apologise for error in the network map recently shared on our social media channels. The map contained significant cartographic inaccuracies regarding international boundaries that do not reflect the official stance of Nepal or Nepal Airlines,” Nepal Airlines posted on X.
Kerala rolls out action plan to combat snakebite deaths
Encompasses various aspects, including surveillance of snakebite cases and deaths in humans, hotspot-mapping of public hospitals and strengthening of pre-hospital care and emergency service
A SIR-marred turnout in West Bengal
In absolute terms, the increase in voter turnout in the eastern State was lowest among recent electoral cycles
Tamil Nadu Election Result 2026: MK Stalin Or Vijay — Who Is The Top Choice For CM? Axis My India Exit Poll Reveals
Tamil Nadu Elections 2026: The Axis My India exit poll suggests that TVK has a stronger appeal among women voters, with 38% preferring Vijay’s party.
Pakistan Opens Six Land Routes To Keep Iran’s Trade Lifeline Alive Amid Hormuz Blockade
For Iran, whose oil revenues have been slashed by an estimated $400 million a day under the blockade, Pakistan’s land routes offer a critical, if partial, workaround to Washington’s maritime stranglehold.
Waaree Energies Shares Tumble Nearly 9% After Q4 Results, Dividend
The company announced quarterly results on Wednesday, April 29 following the market hours.
Axis My India Exit Poll 2026: Shashi Tharoor Ranks 10th For CM Choice In Kerala. Top Choice Is….
Kerala Exit Poll Results 2026: An exit poll conducted by Axis My India, led by Pradeep Gupta, has highlighted leading contenders for the top post.
On Camera, Car Flies Into 200-Foot Himachal Gorge, 2 Devotees Burnt To Death
The accident location is a designed “black spot”, and a section of the road was damaged, opening directly onto the deep gorge.
Opinion: Opinion | UAE Can Now Easily Meet An Old American ‘Demand’. But There’s A Casualty: Saudi
Though the timing of the UAE’s actions appears paradoxical at first, a deeper evaluation reveals the strategy.
Why is the Koh-i-Noor diamond sought after? History and repatriation
Whether the Koh-i-noor was stolen or not is a matter of intense historical and political debate
Chlorine gas leaks at defunct water purification plant in Pune; 24 persons hospitalised
“Following the leak and the subsequent spread of gas, residents in the vicinity complained of breathlessness. Upon receiving the call, fire teams were dispatched. Several citizens were evacuated, and the leaking tank was patched using safety equipment,” a fire official said.
The Hindu launches tabloid ‘TeenDigest’ for young readers
A revamp of The Hindu In School, the 32-page edition weekend tabloid aims to engage curious young minds in an age of endless scrolling. Content ranges from deep dives into science and world affairs, to stories designed to spark creativity
Tamil Nadu’s growth record
The manufacturing sector continues to be the principal driver of growth
Mastermind of ₹50-lakh ATM cash van heist in Kerala arrested in Chhattisgarh
The accused, Armughan (55), alias Kittu, a native of Tiruchirappalli in Tamil Nadu and a key member of the notorious Ramjinagar gang, was taken into custody from Chhattisgarh by Manjeswaram police
Apple iPhones’ Camera App To Introduce Siri Mode, Advanced Visual Intelligence In iOS 27: Report
The company plans to introduce a dedicated Siri mode that will appear as a new option alongside the existing photo and video modes.
India Stopped Op Sindoor On Its Term, Was Ready For Long War: Rajnath Singh
Rajnath Singh said that India did not fall for the “bluff” of a nuclear attack.
Security Alert In Nagpur After Radioactive Threat At RSS Headquarters
Nagpur, April 30 (IANS) A high-security alert has been sounded in Nagpur, Maharashtra, after an anonymous letter was sent to the Police Commissioner claiming that radioactive material has been dispersed at the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) headqu
Opinion: Opinion | Can Saudi Arabia, Now Alone At The Top, Manage To Keep Oil Stable?
With the UAE’s exit, Saudi Arabia will remain the only swing producer with sufficient spare capacity to exert market influence and respond to supply shocks. This will constrain the grouping’s leveraging power.
UGC NET June 2026 Notification OUT: Registration Begins From April 29, Check Direct Link Here
UGC NET June 2026 notification released by NTA; registrations begin from April 29. Check important dates, application process, and exam schedule details here.
Kerala IAS officer B. Ashok suspended for criticising govt policies on social media
The 1998 batch officer is currently Vice-Chancellor, Kerala Agricultural University, and Principal Secretary, Sainik Welfare
Two Bangladeshi women arrested for illegal stay in Kerala; 6 others detained in prostitution probe
Acting on a tip-off from Kerala Anti-Terrorist Squad, Kazhakoottam police raided a rented house in Karyavattom in State capital on Wednesday night
Shivadhar Reddy signs off as Telangana DGP, reflects on working conditions in 1970s-80s
He served in police force for 32 years
Surat farmer scales up organic fertiliser production amid push for import substitution
Officials said the State government has been actively promoting natural farming through training programmes and the development of master trainers.
HUL Dividend: Hindustan Unilever To Payout Rs 22 Per Share — Check Record Date
Hindustan Unilever Limited has declared final dividend of Rs 22 per share.
ICSE, ISC Result 2026: Official Website Down? Check Alternative Ways to Access Scorecards
ICSE, ISC Result 2026: Students can use DigiLocker, UMANG App, and SMS service to check their marks if the CISCE website remains unavailable.
Andhra Pradesh SSC Result 2026 Releasing Today At 11 AM, Check Official Websites Here
AP SSC Result 2026: BSEAP will announce the Class 10 results today, April 30, at 11 AM. Students can check their AP SSC Marks Memo using their roll number.
Ghaziabad High-Rise Fire: Who Pays After The Smoke Clears
Ghaziabad Apartment Fire: Good insurance and clear understanding of responsibilities can save families from long-term hardship.
4.1 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Ladakh
Shallow earthquakes are between 0 and 70 km deep; intermediate earthquakes, 70 – 300 km deep; and deep earthquakes, 300 – 700 km deep.
Kohinoor In Focus After Mamdani Backs Its Return. All About 106 Carat Diamond
The Koh-i-Noor, whose name translates to “Mountain of Light” in Persian, is one of the most well-known and historically debated gemstones in the world.