India
India 

Prime Minister Modi and Rahul Gandhi Share Rare Cordial Exchange During Mahatma Phule Homage

Prime Minister Modi and Rahul Gandhi Share Rare Cordial Exchange During Mahatma Phule Homage A rare and cordial video of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi has gone viral following their meeting at the Parliament complex. During the 200th birth anniversary tributes to Mahatma Jyotirao Phule, PM Modi inquired about Sonia Gandhi’s health following her recent hospitalisation for a systemic infection, marking a significant moment of civility.
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Delhi Mandates Electric Transition: New Draft Policy to Ban Fossil-Fuel Two-Wheelers by 2028

Delhi Mandates Electric Transition: New Draft Policy to Ban Fossil-Fuel Two-Wheelers by 2028 The Delhi government has unveiled the draft Delhi Electric Vehicle (EV) Policy 2026-2030, a landmark proposal to ban new fossil-fuel two-wheelers by 2028. Aimed at reducing vehicular emissions—the largest contributor to the capital's winter smog—the policy mandates electric transitions for three-wheelers, school buses, and fleet aggregators while offering tax breaks and purchase incentives.  
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International Observers Hail India’s ‘Festival of Democracy’ as 22 Nations Witness High-Tech Poll Management

International Observers Hail India’s ‘Festival of Democracy’ as 22 Nations Witness High-Tech Poll Management International delegates from 22 nations have praised the 2026 Assembly elections in Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry as a "festival of democracy." Observing the International Election Visitors’ Programme, 38 officials lauded the use of EVMs, 100% webcasting transparency, and inclusive facilities like all-women booths, providing a global benchmark for large-scale electoral management.  
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India Shatters Renewable Records with Historic 45 GW Solar Surge in FY 2025-26

India Shatters Renewable Records with Historic 45 GW Solar Surge in FY 2025-26 India achieves a historic milestone in renewable energy by recording its highest-ever annual solar capacity addition of 45 GW in FY 2025-26. Led by Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Maharashtra, the nation also set a monthly record of 6.65 GW in March 2026. This surge reinforces India's commitment to energy security and a Viksit Bharat while SECI delivers a 115 crore rupee dividend to the MNRE.
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Mumbai Metro 3 Redefines Urban Transit with Massive Fare Concessions for Students and Commuters

Mumbai Metro 3 Redefines Urban Transit with Massive Fare Concessions for Students and Commuters Mumbai Metro 3 (Aarey to Cuff Parade) introduces major fare concessions including a 25 percent discount for students up to class 12 on 45 and 60-trip passes. New one-day and three-day unlimited tourist passes, along with discounts for regular commuters and specially-abled citizens via the Metro Connect 3 app, aim to make the 33.5 km corridor the city's primary affordable transit choice.  
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India  Maharashtra 

Structural Failures Claim Lives: Elderly Resident Killed in Bhandup Slab Collapse Following Navi Mumbai Tuition Tragedy

Structural Failures Claim Lives: Elderly Resident Killed in Bhandup Slab Collapse Following Navi Mumbai Tuition Tragedy A 75-year-old man, Susai Devdas Kaunder, was killed in a slab collapse at Patkar Compound in Bhandup West. This follows a tragic March incident in Navi Mumbai where a student died during a tuition class collapse at Vidya Bhavan. Authorities suspect structural weakness in these fatal events, raising urgent concerns regarding building safety and renovation oversight in urban residential structures.  
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Homecoming or Giving Up? Mumbai Startup Founder’s ‘Weird’ Question Sparks Workplace Bias Debate

Homecoming or Giving Up? Mumbai Startup Founder’s ‘Weird’ Question Sparks Workplace Bias Debate A Mumbai-based startup founder in Worli has sparked a viral debate on workplace bias after questioning a returning NRI’s professional drive. The candidate, seeking a role in the Indian ecosystem, was stunned when his homecoming was equated to "giving up" or "coasting," highlighting a controversial trend where recruiters view voluntary relocation as a failure rather than a strategic career move.  
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4.7 Magnitude Earthquake Jolts Maharashtra’s Marathwada Region Amid Seismic Activity in Tajikistan4.7 Magnitude Earthquake Jolts Maharashtra’s Marathwada Region Amid Seismic Activity in Tajikistan

4.7 Magnitude Earthquake Jolts Maharashtra’s Marathwada Region Amid Seismic Activity in Tajikistan4.7 Magnitude Earthquake Jolts Maharashtra’s Marathwada Region Amid Seismic Activity in Tajikistan A 4.7 magnitude earthquake struck Hingoli, Maharashtra, on Saturday morning, impacting the Marathwada region including Nanded and Parbhani. While no casualties were reported, cracks appeared in buildings in Pangra Shinde village. Authorities have deployed emergency teams and issued safety guidelines following the tremor, which coincided with another major earthquake in Tajikistan.  
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Hardeep Singh Puri Reaches Qatar Amid Middle East Ceasefire to Bolster Strategic Energy Ties and Engage Indian Diaspora

Hardeep Singh Puri Reaches Qatar Amid Middle East Ceasefire to Bolster Strategic Energy Ties and Engage Indian Diaspora India's Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri visits Qatar during a two-week Middle East ceasefire to meet QatarEnergy CEO Saad Sherida Al-Kaabi. Amidst global inflation caused by a 40-day conflict, the visit strengthens energy ties, trade, and investment while acknowledging the support provided to the Indian community in Doha following the March 2026 regional crisis.  
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India Post Declares GDS Recruitment 2026 Second Merit List Amid Nationwide Anticipation

India Post Declares GDS Recruitment 2026 Second Merit List Amid Nationwide Anticipation The Indian Postal Department has officially released the GDS Recruitment 2026 second merit list on April 10, 2026, aiming to fill over 28,000 vacancies for GDS, BPM, and ABPM roles. While thousands celebrate their selection, results for Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal remain on hold due to the Model Code of Conduct. Candidates must now prepare for the mandatory document verification.  
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High-Level Security Grid Activated as Chardham Yatra Commences April 19 with Elite IPS Oversight

High-Level Security Grid Activated as Chardham Yatra Commences April 19 with Elite IPS Oversight The Chardham Yatra begins April 19 under an unprecedented security blanket overseen by six elite IPS officers. With 7,000 police personnel, ATS teams at Dhams, and SDRF-NDRF units stationed across 149 sectors, the administration aims to tackle 109 landslide zones and 61 black spots. ADG and IG rank officials will personally monitor routes to Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri, and Yamunotri.  
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Governor Gulab Chand Kataria Pays Homage at Historic Gurdwara Sri Fatehgarh Sahib; Vows Strict Action on Mathura Incident

Governor Gulab Chand Kataria Pays Homage at Historic Gurdwara Sri Fatehgarh Sahib; Vows Strict Action on Mathura Incident Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria visited the historic Gurdwara Sri Fatehgarh Sahib to pay tribute to the martyrdom of Baba Zorawar Singh, Baba Fateh Singh, and Mata Gujri Ji. During the visit, he received honors from the SGPC and addressed the media regarding the tragic Mathura incident, promising a rigorous investigation and strict punishment for those found guilty in the case.  
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