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NCP vs NCP, Sena vs Sena In Maharashtra Polls; Jharkhand's Phase II Today

Anindita Sanyal | Wednesday November 20, 2024, New Delhi

Polling to choose the next government of Maharashtra -- the year's last and most-watched contest -- began this morning. In Jharkhand, the remaining 38 seats also went to polls. The counting of votes will take place on Saturday.

Maharashtra Assembly Election: Security Tightened Ahead Of Voting Day

Asian News International | Wednesday November 20, 2024, Mumbai

Security has been beefed up in Mumbai ahead of the Maharashtra Assembly Election, to ensure a smooth and secure voting process. The police are checking vehicles and have made elaborate arrangements to maintain law and order in the city.

Uttarakhand Polls: 75% Booths Webcast, GPS Tracking For Election Vehicles

Asian News International | Wednesday November 20, 2024, Kedarnath

For the first time in any election, 75% of polling booths will be webcast, and 205 vehicles used in the election process will be monitored via GPS, as per official statement.

BSF Seizes Rs 4.3 Crore Worth Gold Biscuits Near Indo-Bangladesh Border

Indo-Asian News Service | Wednesday November 20, 2024, Kolkata

The Border Security Force (BSF) claims to have arrested a civil engineer and seized 50 gold biscuits from his possession in the North 24-Parganas district of West Bengal.

Key Seats To Watch In Jharkhand Assembly Elections

Asian News International | Wednesday November 20, 2024, Ranchi

As Jharkhand gears up for the second phase of the assembly elections tomorrow, the state faces a fierce battle between the ruling Jharkhand Mukti Morcha-Congress alliance and Bharatiya Janata Party.

India, Australia Launch Renewable Energy Partnership As PM Modi, Anthony Albanese Meet

Press Trust of India | Wednesday November 20, 2024, Rio de Janeiro

India and Australia on Tuesday officially launched the Renewable Energy Partnership aimed at boosting two-way investment in the renewable energy sectors as Prime Minister Narendra Modi held talks with his Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese here.

Trump's Policies To Benefit India's IT Sector, Wipro Chairman Explains How

Reuters | Tuesday November 19, 2024, Bengaluru

Donald Trump's presidency in the United States is going to be "pro-business and pro-growth" and good for the tech services industry, Wipro Executive Chairman Rishad Premji said at an event in Bengaluru on Tuesday.

AR Rahman, Wife Saira Announce Separation After 29 Years Of Marriage

Reported by Abira Dhar Rao, Edited by Ashutosh Tripathi | Tuesday November 19, 2024

Oscar winning composer AR Rahman and his wife Saira, after nearly 30 years of marriage, today jointly announced through their lawyer that they have "made the difficult decision to separate" from each other.

Curfew Relaxed In 4 Districts, Internet Suspension Lifted In Manipur

Indo-Asian News Service | Tuesday November 19, 2024, Imphal

With no major incident reported from any of the districts in Manipur, curfew was relaxed in four Imphal Valley districts on Wednesday and the suspension on broadband internet was lifted, officials said on Tuesday.

"Exposed": BJP Alleges Bitcoin Scam In Maharashtra Poll, Supriya Sule Reacts

NDTV News Desk | Tuesday November 19, 2024, Mumbai

A former police officer has accused Congress State President Nana Patole and senior NCP (Sharadchandra Pawar) leader Supriya Sule of using Bitcoins to fund their campaign for the Maharashtra polls.

Assam Renames Karimganj District, It Is Now Called...

Press Trust of India | Tuesday November 19, 2024, Guwahati

The Assam government on Tuesday decided to change the name of Karimganj district in the Barak Valley to Sribhumi, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said.

PM Modi Meets Brazilian President, Thanks Him For Hosting G20 Summit

Press Trust of India | Tuesday November 19, 2024, Rio de Janeiro

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday met Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and took stock of the full range of bilateral ties while reaffirming India's commitment to improving cooperation in several sectors

Manipur Minister Builds Bunker, Puts Barbed Wire Around Home Amid Unrest

Reported by Ratnadip Choudhury | Tuesday November 19, 2024

Days after the attack on the residences of several lawmakers in Manipur, a state minister has increased security at his home.

Air India Flight From Paris Diverted To Jaipur, Fliers Sent To Delhi On Bus

Reported by Vishnu Som, Edited by Liu Chuen Chen | Tuesday November 19, 2024, New Delhi

The diversion of a Paris-New Delhi Air India flight to Jaipur and the pilots' refusal to fly further after completing their duty hours sparked chaos on Monday as several passengers were left stranded for many hours and sent to Delhi on a bus.

Video: Minor Performs Dangerous Scooter Stunt On Road, Bengaluru Police Reacts

Edited by Ritu Singh | Tuesday November 19, 2024

The disturbing clip has sparked concerns about road safety and the brazen disregard for traffic rules.