PM Modi bets big on e-sports, encourages creators to build games for the world 

PM Modi bets big on e-sports, encourages creators to build games for the world 

New Delhi, April 13 - From building games for the world to spreading awareness regarding environmental and social issues, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday -- in a free-wheeling chat with some of the top Indian creators -- gave the esports industry a

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Supreme Court to hear Arvind Kejriwal’s plea against ED arrest on April 15

Supreme Court to hear Arvind Kejriwal’s plea against ED arrest on April 15

New Delhi, April 13 - The Supreme Court will hear incarcerated Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's plea on April 15 (Monday), against his arrest and remand by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with the excise policy case.

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Kejriwal not allowed to meet wife face-to-face, alleges AAP MP Sanjay Singh

Kejriwal not allowed to meet wife face-to-face, alleges AAP MP Sanjay Singh

New Delhi, April 13 - Terming it an act of humiliation and discouragement, senior AAP leader Sanjay Singh during a Press conference on Saturday said that when Delhi's jailed Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's wife, Sunita Kejriwal, applied to meet him in the jail,

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Poll picture shows INDIA bloc winning in Kerala: But will it be Cong or Left?

Poll picture shows INDIA bloc winning in Kerala: But will it be Cong or Left?

Thiruvananthapuram, April 13 - Even before the poll dates were announced one thing was certain in Kerala, that the winner would be the INDIA bloc.

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Home Minister Amit Shah to hold roadshow in TN; campaign in Rajasthan, UP today

Home Minister Amit Shah to hold roadshow in TN; campaign in Rajasthan, UP today

New Delhi, April 13 - Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday will hold a masssive roadshow in Tamil Nadu's Kanyakumari followed by addressing one public meeting each in Rajasthan's Alwar and Uttar Pradesh's Gautam Buddh Nagar (Noida).

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LS polls: 400 Congress workers quit party in Rajasthan’s Nagaur

LS polls: 400 Congress workers quit party in Rajasthan’s Nagaur

Jaipur, April 13 - The Congress in Rajasthan has suffered a major setback after nearly 400 party workers resigned from its primary membership on Friday, leaving the party in crisis, said party sources.

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BJP alleges secret deal by Congress for Owaisi’s victory

BJP alleges secret deal by Congress for Owaisi’s victory

Hyderabad, April 13 - Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP K. Laxman on Friday alleged that Telangana's ruling Congress has entered into a secret deal with the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) to ensure its victory in Hyderabad Lok Sabha constituency.

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Former MP Manvendra Singh rejoins BJP in Rajasthan

Former MP Manvendra Singh rejoins BJP in Rajasthan

Jaipur, April 13 - Former BJP MP Manvendra Singh, who's the son of ex-Union Minister late Jaswant Singh, returned to the party on Friday after a five-year stint with the Congress.

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Indian ambassador-designate to Myanmar discusses border trade issues with Mizoram Governor

Indian ambassador-designate to Myanmar discusses border trade issues with Mizoram Governor

Aizawl, April 13 - Indian ambassador-designate to Myanmar, Abhay Thakur, on Friday, held a meeting with Mizoram Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati at the Raj Bhavan here and discussed India-Myanmar trade-related issues, an official said.

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‘Upcoming polls a battle between weeding out corruption & shielding the corrupt’, JP Nadda says at Maha rally

‘Upcoming polls a battle between weeding out corruption & shielding the corrupt’, JP Nadda says at Maha rally

Gondia (Maharashtra), April 13 - Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president JP Nadda on Friday said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi should get a third term as he is resolved to weed out corruption while the INDIA bloc leaders have come together to save

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Tight security to be in place for Ram Navami processions in Hyderabad

Tight security to be in place for Ram Navami processions in Hyderabad

Hyderabad, April 12 - Hyderabad police will make tight security arrangements for the Ram Navami processions in the city on April 17.

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Polling stations to contain all amenities for voters amid heat, orders EC

Polling stations to contain all amenities for voters amid heat, orders EC

New Delhi, April 12 - With 102 Parliamentary constituencies set for polling on April 19, the Election Commission has asked all its observers to strictly ensure that polling stations contain all amenities for voters, especially to combat heat.

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MahaYuti partners yet to reach consensus on 8 LS seats in Maharashtra

MahaYuti partners yet to reach consensus on 8 LS seats in Maharashtra

Mumbai, April 12 - Even as the nomination filing process for the third phase of Lok Sabha elections slated for May 7 began on Friday, the ruling MahaYuti partners in Maharashtra are yet to seal the seat-sharing arrangements in eight Lok Sabha seats

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Priyanka Gandhi to hold roadshow, address rally in Tripura on April 16

Priyanka Gandhi to hold roadshow, address rally in Tripura on April 16

Agartala, April 12 - Congress General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra is scheduled to address an election rally and participate in a roadshow in Agartala on April 16, a party leader said on Friday.

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Owaisi demands halt to ‘export’ of Indian workers to Israel

Owaisi demands halt to ‘export’ of Indian workers to Israel

Hyderabad, April 12 - AIMIM President Asaduddin Owaisi on Friday demanded that India stop "export" of Indian workers to Israel and bring back those who are already there.

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Viksit Bharat Ambassadors Meet-up: India moving ahead to reclaim ‘Sone Ki Chidiya’ status, says Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

Viksit Bharat Ambassadors Meet-up: India moving ahead to reclaim ‘Sone Ki Chidiya’ status, says Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

Mumbai, April 12 - The Viksit Bharat Ambassadors Meet-up held here on Friday saw the participation of Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, the spiritual guru and founder of the Art of Living Foundation, and noted singer Sonu Nigam.

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Uddhav Thackeray hops onto Mumbai local train after campaigning in Palghar

Uddhav Thackeray hops onto Mumbai local train after campaigning in Palghar

Palghar/Mumbai, April 12 - Shiv Sena (UBT) President and ex-Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray on Friday did what millions of Mumbaikars do daily -- hop onto a Mumbai suburban local train for a quicker commute home.

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President Droupadi Murmu extends greetings to people on Vaisakhi

President Droupadi Murmu extends greetings to people on Vaisakhi

New Delhi, April 12 - President Droupadi Murmu on Friday extended greetings to people on the eve of Vaisakhi, Vishu, Bishub, Bahag Bihu, Poila Boishakh, Vaishakhadi and Puthandu.

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Gurugram: Schools may face disaffiliation if buses found ‘unsafe’ for students

Gurugram: Schools may face disaffiliation if buses found ‘unsafe’ for students

Gurugram April 12 - Gurugram district administration on Friday issued a fresh set of guidelines asking schools to either ensure the safety of students in school buses or lose affiliation.

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Kangana Ranaut questions Himachal govt over ‘unfulfilled’ poll promises

Kangana Ranaut questions Himachal govt over ‘unfulfilled’ poll promises

Manali/Kullu, April 12 - BJP candidate from Mandi Lok Sabha constituency in Himachal Pradesh, Kangana Ranaut, on Friday, questioned the state's ruling Congress over its stand about honouring the Assembly poll promises, especially the much-publicised financial assistance of Rs 1,500 to all women

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