Category: India

India wakes up to a packed news day spanning politics, governance, global affairs, economy, and sports. Here’s a comprehensive round-up of the top developments: 🗳️ Counting Day Across 5 States The political spotlight is on West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Assam and Puducherry, where counting for 823 विधानसभा seats is underway. In Bengal, the battle between All India Trinamool Congress and Bharatiya Janata Party remains the most closely watched. Alongside, bypoll results for seven seats across Maharashtra, Karnataka, Gujarat, Nagaland and Tripura are also being counted. 📡 India Launches Advanced…

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New Delhi | Amid rising temperatures and intensifying heatwave conditions across the country, the Ministry of Labour and Employment has issued a nationwide advisory urging states and Union Territories to take immediate steps to safeguard workers and labourers from heat-related illnesses. In a communication sent to Chief Secretaries and Administrators, the Ministry emphasized the need for a coordinated and multi-sectoral approach to protect workers, especially those engaged in outdoor and labour-intensive occupations such as construction, mining, brick kilns, and daily wage work. Focus on Prevention and Worker Safety The advisory…

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Ayodhya: In a significant push to rail connectivity for Uttar Pradesh, the Government of India has announced the launch of two new Amrit Bharat Express trains linking key religious and cultural hubs of the state with major economic centres in Maharashtra. The trains—Varanasi to Pune (Hadapsar) and Ayodhya to Mumbai (Lokmanya Tilak Terminus)—will be flagged off by the Prime Minister on April 28, 2026. The initiative is expected to greatly benefit passengers from Uttar Pradesh, particularly pilgrims, students, migrant workers, and small traders who frequently travel between North India and…

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Lucknow: Omaxe Group, one of India’s leading real estate developers, has announced an investment of approximately Rs 250 crore for the development of its latest premium residential project, Omaxe Cassia, being developed by Omaxe Garv Buildtech Pvt. Ltd. (Wholly Owned Subsidiary of Omaxe Ltd.). Located within the sprawling 690-acre Omaxe Metro City township on Raebareli Road, Lucknow, the project has witnessed massive early traction, with nearly 300 of its 360 units already sold as construction commences. Omaxe Cassia marks a significant milestone in the company’s ongoing strategy to deliver world-class,…

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Lucknow: In a significant cultural initiative, an exhibition titled “Feminists of Awadh par Salaam: Tracing Lucknow Through Its Women” will shed light on the often-overlooked contributions of women in shaping the legacy of Lucknow. The exhibition, now in its sixth edition, marks over fifteen years of sustained research and collaboration with collectors, families, and local communities to bring women’s histories to the forefront. While Lucknow is globally celebrated for its nawabi heritage, cuisine, literature, and refined culture, this exhibition seeks to rebalance the narrative by placing women at the center…

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Mumbai: Mumbai’s top ranking as Asia’s happiest city has sparked conversations across sectors, but for astrologer, tarot card reader and crystal healer Rinhee Suberwal, the answer lies beyond infrastructure and economics. She believes the secret is deeply rooted in mindset and spiritual alignment. “Everything is to do with manifestation. If you are looking at everything positively, then you will be able to manage everything alone,” says Suberwal, highlighting the role of perception in shaping emotional well-being. According to her, Mumbai’s identity as the commercial capital plays a significant role in…

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Anil Bedag Mumbai: Bengaluru-based premium commercial office space platform Bagmane Prime Office REIT has announced the price band of ₹95 to ₹100 per unit for its much-anticipated ₹3,405 crore Initial Public Offering (IPO). The issue will open on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, and close on Thursday, May 7, 2026, while bidding for anchor investors will open on May 4. The company’s move is being seen as a significant opportunity for investors in India’s rapidly growing REIT sector. “Our objective is to provide investors access to high-quality Grade A+ office assets.…

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• Worker dignity, local-first hiring and grassroots entrepreneurship positioned as core drivers of growth, long-term value creation and nation building. • Strong liquidity and access to capital driving accelerated capex deployment and faster, more efficient project execution. • Large-scale worker welfare initiatives, including housing for 50,000 workers in Mundra and Khavda and 100,000 nutritious meals daily from a centralised facility in Mundra, Gujarat. Lucknow:  Gautam Adani, Chairman of the Adani Group, today outlined a growth strategy centred on worker welfare, local employment and entrepreneurship, as the conglomerate accelerates capital expenditure…

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Bareilly: A review meeting was held at the Collectorate auditorium under the chairmanship of Chief Development Officer Devyani to assess and improve arrangements in gaushalas (cow shelters) across the district. During the meeting, officials were directed to prioritise the protection, care, and proper management of cattle. The CDO instructed all nodal officers to conduct regular inspections of gaushalas and submit detailed reports to ensure accountability and timely action. Key aspects of inspection were discussed in detail, including availability of dry fodder and green feed, maintenance of stock registers, animal health…

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