New Delhi, April 17: Damodar Hari Chapekar, a pivotal figure in India’s struggle for independence, was executed by the British on April 18, 1898. As the eldest of the Chapekar brothers, he took a significant revolutionary step against British oppression. This date marks his death anniversary. Born on June 25, 1869, in Chinchwad village near …
New Delhi, April 17: Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Harivansh Narayan Singh on his election as Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha for the third consecutive time. During his address in the Rajya Sabha, PM Modi praised Singh’s experience and work style, emphasizing that his re-election reflects the deep trust the house has in him. …
Hamburg, April 17: Veer Chotrani has secured his place in the quarterfinals of the Hamburg Open Squash by defeating Germany’s eighth seed, Raphael Kandra, with a commanding 3-0 victory. This event is part of the PSA bronze medal level competitions. The Indian player dominated the match from start to finish, winning 11-8, 11-7, and 11-7 …
Washington, April 17: Tensions are rising between U.S. President Donald Trump and New York Mayor Jorhan Mamdani over the proposed NYC second home tax. This proposal aims to generate up to $500 million by taxing owners of luxury second homes valued at $5 million or more. The tax would specifically target those who do not …
Hyderabad, April 17: BJP leader Dr. Sarita Agarwal expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the Women’s Reservation Act, calling it a significant and historic step for women’s dignity. She urged the Prime Minister to ensure that while women receive reservation, men do not manipulate politics from behind the scenes. In a conversation, Agarwal …
New Delhi, April 17: Harivansh Narayan Singh has been re-elected as the Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha. Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated him on this achievement. Speaking in the Rajya Sabha, PM Modi stated that Singh’s continuous election reflects the deep trust the house has in him. It also honors his experience, work style, …
New Delhi, April 17: Indian billionaire industrialist and chairman of the Adani Group, Gautam Adani, has officially become Asia’s richest individual, surpassing Mukesh Ambani. This information comes from the latest Bloomberg Billionaires Index. Gautam Adani’s net worth has surged to $92.6 billion, placing him 19th globally. In contrast, Mukesh Ambani’s wealth stands at $90.8 billion, …
New Delhi, April 17: India’s Vice President CP Radhakrishnan is set to embark on a two-day visit to Sri Lanka. This visit will take place on April 19-20, 2026, marking the first bilateral trip by an Indian Vice President to the island nation. During his visit, the Vice President will meet with Sri Lankan President …
Gorakhpur, April 17: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath met with citizens during the ‘Janata Darshan’ event at Gorakhnath Temple for the second consecutive day. On Friday, he listened to the concerns of around 200 individuals who attended the program. The Chief Minister directed officials to respond promptly and sensitively to public issues. He emphasized …
New Delhi, April 17: In a recent session of the Lok Sabha, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor targeted the central government over the Delimitation Bill, labeling it a form of ‘political demonetization.’ He cautioned that hastily implementing this process could be detrimental to the country’s federal structure. Tharoor inverted the famous slogan ‘Just Do It,’ urging …