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29 Apr

Multi-State Exit Polls Point Towards Reshaped Political Landscape as Counting Day Looms

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaAssam NDA, Assembly Elections 2026, Exit Polls, Kerala UDF, Political Forecast, Tamil Nadu TVK, West Bengal BJP

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): The political landscape across India stands on the precipice of a significant transformation as the latest exit polls released on Wednesday suggest a high-stakes realignment in several crucial states. With voting concluding for the 2026 assembly elections, early projections indicate a formidable performance by the Bharatiya Janata Party in the eastern theatre of West Bengal and Assam, while the southern states of Tamil Nadu and Kerala appear poised for historical shifts. While the data varies significantly between different polling agencies, the overarching narrative points toward an intense battle for power that will only be settled when…

29 Apr

14 Punjabis land in UK without holding valid visa, sought asylum; human trafficking suspected

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsEntertainment, India, Trending, World News

Rajeev Sharma :- A case of human trafficking has been registered against unidentified individuals after 14 Indian nationals from Punjab landed in the UK without a valid visa and sought asylum. "It seems a case of human trafficking, in which employees of Air India at the Amritsar airport are involved. Further, there is likelihood of involvement of travel agents, who booked tickets of these passengers. Given the scale of the operation, a police investigation may be able to unearth the network," reads the FIR. Jadwinder Singh, Gursewak Singh, Navjot Singh Aulakh, Ravinder Pal Singh Randhawa, Harwinder Singh Dhaliwal, Inderjeet Singh,…

29 Apr

Major Fire Breaks Out at Warehouse on Banur-Tepla Road

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, Punjab

Gurpreet Singh :- A major fire broke out at a private company’s warehouse on the Banur-Tepla road, triggering panic in the area. Two fire brigade tenders rushed to the spot and efforts were underway to bring the blaze under control. According to initial information, the warehouse stored a large quantity of incense sticks, which caused the fire to spread rapidly. Thick smoke was seen billowing from the site as flames engulfed the premises. The affected warehouse is located within a boundary that also houses two other godowns containing detergent, liquid products and grocery items. These facilities are reportedly linked to…

29 Apr

Early Tension Marks Bengal Polls Phase 2 as Clashes and EVM Snags Surface

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingBengal

West Bengal (Rajeev Sharma): The second phase of voting in West Bengal began amid sporadic disturbances on Wednesday, with reports of clashes and technical issues emerging from multiple constituencies during the initial hours. Unrest was reported from regions including Chapra, Shantipur and Bhangar, where confrontations between political supporters allegedly led to damage of property and momentary disruption of polling. Security personnel were deployed to restore order and maintain calm in affected areas. In Howrah, some polling stations reported glitches in electronic voting machines, causing brief delays. Election authorities said replacement machines were arranged promptly to ensure the voting process continued…

29 Apr

Sudden Weather Shift Cools Delhi-NCR as Storms Replace Heatwave Conditions

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingDelhi

Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): A spell of rain and dust-laden winds brought much-needed respite to Delhi-NCR on Wednesday, ending days of extreme heat that had pushed temperatures to uncomfortable highs. The change began in the early hours, when strong winds and dark clouds swept across New Delhi and surrounding areas, followed by light to moderate showers. The sudden weather activity led to a drop in daytime temperatures, which are now expected to remain below earlier projections. The India Meteorological Department attributed the development to a western disturbance affecting northern parts of the country. This system has triggered thunderstorms, lightning and gusty…

29 Apr

Final Phase Voting Begins in West Bengal, Key Districts Witness Early Turnout

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, Punjab, TrendingWest Bengal

Kolkata (Rajeev Sharma): The second and last phase of Assembly elections in West Bengal got underway on Wednesday, with polling taking place across 142 constituencies that are expected to play a crucial role in determining the state’s political direction. Balloting started in the morning across major regions such as Kolkata, Howrah, Hooghly, Nadia and the 24 Parganas, where voters were seen arriving early at polling booths. Election officials reported orderly arrangements and smooth conduct during the initial hours. This phase is being closely watched as it covers areas that have historically supported the ruling All India Trinamool Congress. The opposition…

28 Apr

Meghalaya Court Grants Bail to Sonam Raghuvanshi in Honeymoon Murder Case

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaMeghalaya honeymoon murder case, Raja Raghuvanshi murder, Sonam Raghuvanshi bail

Shillong (Gurpreet Singh): A court in Meghalaya on Tuesday granted bail to Sonam Raghuvanshi, the Indore woman accused of conspiring in the murder of her husband during their honeymoon in the northeastern state last year.Sonam had been arrested in connection with the killing of her husband, Raja Raghuvanshi, whose disappearance and death had triggered nationwide attention.The couple had gone missing during their honeymoon in Meghalaya on May 23, 2025. Days later, on June 2, Raja’s mutilated body was recovered near a waterfall in Sohra in East Khasi Hills district, leading to a murder investigation.Police had subsequently arrested Sonam along with…

28 Apr

Odisha Man Carries Sister’s Skeleton to Bank Over Withdrawal Row, Sparks Outrage

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaJeetu Munda, Keonjhar tribal man, Odisha bank controversy, Odisha Grameen Bank, rural banking crisis

Bhubaneswar (Gurpreet Singh): A day after a tribal man in Odisha’s Keonjhar district carried his deceased sister’s exhumed skeleton to a rural bank as proof of death to access her savings, the shocking episode triggered widespread outrage, with authorities promising action and the bank issuing a clarification.The incident, captured in a viral video, unfolded at the Maliposi branch of Odisha Grameen Bank when Jeetu Munda allegedly brought his sister’s remains after repeated attempts to withdraw money from her account failed.According to Jeetu Munda, he had visited the bank several times seeking access to Rs 19,300 deposited in his late sister…

28 Apr

Indian Air Force Seeks Three Ultra Heavy-Lift Helicopters on Lease for High-Altitude Operations

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaDefence Ministry, High Altitude Operations, Indian Air Force, Mi-26, Ultra Heavy Lift Helicopters

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): The Ministry of Defence has initiated the process to lease three specialised ultra heavy-lift helicopters for the Indian Air Force (IAF) to strengthen operational capabilities in high-altitude regions, particularly along the Himalayas.A Request for Information (RFI), marking the first stage of the procurement process, has been issued to invite responses from potential vendors.According to the requirements outlined, the IAF is looking for helicopters capable of lifting up to 20 tonnes and operating effectively in mountainous terrain at extreme altitudes. Defence sources indicate this narrows the options significantly, with Russia’s Mi-26 currently among the few platforms globally…

28 Apr

Indian Airlines Warn of Crisis as Fuel Surge Pushes Sector Towards Turbulence

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaairline losses, ATF prices, Federation of Indian Airlines, fuel price surge, India aviation crisis

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): India’s aviation sector is facing mounting financial stress as soaring Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) prices and geopolitical tensions threaten to disrupt airline operations, prompting an urgent call for government support.In a strongly-worded communication to the Ministry of Civil Aviation, the Federation of Indian Airlines (FIA), which represents major carriers including Air India, IndiGo and SpiceJet, warned that some airlines could be pushed to the brink unless immediate relief measures are introduced.The industry body said a steep rise in fuel prices, coupled with heavy taxation and rupee depreciation, has made operations increasingly difficult for carriers.According to the…