The 2026 Assembly elections in Puducherry have become a closely watched contest, with a high voter turnout of 89.83%, several tight contests and the entry of new political forces. The main battle remains between the ruling National Democratic Alliance, jointly led by the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh and the Bharatiya Janata Party, and the opposition alliance … Read more
Gaurav Gogoi and Himanta Biswa Sarma (file photo) NEW DELHI: Exit polls in the high-stakes Assam battle released on Wednesday night showed a clear majority for the incumbent government led by Himanta Biswa Sarma, with a majority of pollsters backing the BJP for a third consecutive term in the tea-producing state.The figures sideline the Congress, … Read more
Shakuntala Devi finished first with a chip time of 42:31, and Neha finished second with a chip time of 44:22. New Delhi: The Thames Internet Half Marathon has attracted strong participation from female athletes, with the under-29 10km category emphasizing speed, determination and emerging talent.Shakuntala Devi, 22, took first place with a chip time of … Read more
Voters in four states and one Union Territory are currently awaiting exit poll results. The second phase of West Bengal polling is held today in 142 constituencies. Trump again criticized Iran’s approach to ongoing negotiations while repeating his warning that he was “no longer Mr. Nice Guy.” Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Ganga Expressway, … Read more
New Delhi: Bhowanipur constituency witnesses high-voltage drama as chief minister Mamata Banerjee and her main rival Suvendu Adhikari landed in the same polling station area at the same time and swiped each other’s cards without any direct interaction.As the second phase of voting began in West Bengal on Wednesday, Banerjee and Adhikari traded accusations but … Read more
NEW DELHI: With polls drawing to a close in Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal and the Union Territory of Puducherry, focus is quietly turning towards the much-awaited exit polls. Exit polls, or opinion polls, are typically released half an hour after polls close and provide an early look at how people are likely to … Read more
New Delhi: The Thames Internet Half Marathon brings together emerging talent with the Under 29 10km category showcasing speed, ambition and a promising sporting journey.28-year-old Krishna Pal holds the top spot with an impressive chip time of 34:00. Parr, who started his running journey in 2019, said his interest in the sport was sparked after … Read more
Colombia Authorization has been granted to kill 80 hippopotamuses from the Magdalena River Basin, with the animals classified as an invasive species. Authorities say the hippos, descendants of hippos introduced in the 1980s, threaten biodiversity, damage ecosystems and pose risks to local communities. oneAnant Ambani, founder of Jamnagar-based Vantara, urged Colombia to end the hunt … Read more
this Supreme Court Wednesday said existing legal provisions were sufficient to address hate speech crimes but declined to issue further instructions on the matter as it fell within the jurisdiction of the legislature.A bench of Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta delivered the judgment on a batch of petitions seeking direction and guidelines to address … Read more
New Delhi: The Bharatiya Janata Party on Wednesday alleged irregularities in the second phase of the West Bengal assembly elections, claiming that its party logo was affixed to electronic voting machines (EVMs) at several polling stations in Falta in Diamond Harbor constituency.West Bengal Assembly polls — Follow live updatesSuvendu Adhikari, leader of the opposition and … Read more