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The ECI rejected Trinamool Congress’s allegations that VVPAT slips were abandoned near a petrol pump in Madhyamgram, North 24 Parganas. The District Magistrate clarified that the slips shown in the video evidence were from the mandatory mock poll conducted before voting began, not from the actual polling process.
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The approach to treat ULBs as a homogenous group, with a one-size-fits-all model, risks limiting autonomy and widening inequalities among Indian cities
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The counting of votes is set to begin in four key states — Tamil Nadu, Kerala, West Bengal, and Assam — on the morning of May 4. West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee’s TMC battles the BJP’s growing influence while Tamil Nadu’s contest was disrupted by actor Vijay’s new party. Kerala faces a historic test as Pinarayi Vijayan’s LDF seeks a third consecutive term. Meanwhile, Assam appears set to deliver the BJP-led NDA a third straight victory under Himanta Biswa Sarma.
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Telangana defeated Puducherry 5-0 in the National under-20 men’s football championship at Narainpur, Chhattisgarh. Mirza Abbas Ali Baig was the star of the match, scoring all five goals to secure a commanding win for his team
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Sai Sudharsan’s composed 57 and Washington Sundar’s last-over six powered Gujarat Titans to a four-wicket win over Punjab Kings in Ahmedabad. Despite debutant Suryansh Shedge’s fighting fifty, Gujarat pacers Siraj, Holder and Rabada restricted Punjab to 163
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India’s U-17 girls’ boxers made a dominant start at the Asian Boxing Championships in Tashkent, winning five bouts on the opening day. Rakhi, Ovi, Mamta, Lakshmi and Navya impressed, while Neela Narendra Kumar also secured a strong win in boys’ section
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Telangana’s Vaishnavi Vyas of The Gaudium School clinched gold on the vaulting table at the Artistic Gymnastics National Championship in Bhubaneswar. She also finished fifth on the balancing beam and seventh in the all-around category, earning praise from coach Manoj Rana
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Sreenidi Deccan FC defeated Diamond Harbour FC 2-1 in the Indian Football League Championship Stage at Kalyani Stadium, Kolkata. Goals from Brandon Vanlalremdika and David Castaneda sealed victory, while Hugo Diaz scored for the hosts from a penalty
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Nepal has objected to India and China’s plan to conduct the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra via Lipulekh Pass, asserting that the territory belongs to Kathmandu under the 1816 Sugauli Treaty.
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Bengaluru-based startup GalaxEye successfully launched its Mission Drishti satellite aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from California. The satellite, described as the world’s first OptoSAR platform, combines optical and radar imaging capabilities for defence, agriculture and disaster management applications
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Leading journalists expressed concerns about declining press freedom, increasing attacks on reporters, and rising editorial pressures during an IWPC panel on World Press Freedom Day.
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Nine people from two families died after a massive fire broke out in a residential building in east Delhi’s Vivek Vihar early Sunday. Rescue teams evacuated several residents as firefighters battled the blaze for hours amid difficult access conditions and thick smoke
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AIIMS Delhi has developed a modified surgical technique for treating severe spinal deformities, significantly improving safety and recovery outcomes in high-risk cases. Developed over seven years by Dr Bhavuk Garg and his team, the procedure is attracting attention from spine specialists worldwide
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A reel-making attempt by five teenagers turned tragic in Uttar Pradesh’s Siddharthnagar district after a ladder on a dilapidated water tank collapsed. One child died, two were injured and two others were rescued by the Indian Air Force after remaining trapped overnight
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Counting of votes for Assembly elections in West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam, Kerala and Puducherry will begin on Monday amid tight contests involving the TMC, DMK, BJP, Congress and Left parties. The Election Commission has arranged extensive security and monitoring measures
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The TMC challenged the BJP ahead of fresh polling in the Falta Assembly constituency on May 21 after the Election Commission countermanded the earlier election over alleged severe electoral offences. The ruling party claimed voters in Falta had already decided against the BJP
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Sunrisers Hyderabad head coach Daniel Vettori said losing wickets at crucial moments cost his team the match against Kolkata Knight Riders. He credited KKR’s performance and stressed the importance of regaining momentum in the upcoming games
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Kolkata Knight Riders defeated Sunrisers Hyderabad by seven wickets to end their five-match winning streak. Strong performances by Rahane and Raghuvanshi ensured an easy chase, while SRH’s batting collapse and poor bowling proved costly at a crucial stage
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Police have formed a Special Investigation Team to probe the rape and murder of a four-year-old girl in Pune district. The brutal crime triggered protests, while the victim’s father appealed to politicians not to visit his home until the accused is punished
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The DMK has alleged that the BJP and other parties may attempt to create disruptions during vote counting in Tamil Nadu on May 4. The ruling party urged election authorities to ensure tight security and maintain peace across counting centres and sensitive locations
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A ruckus broke out outside the counting centre in Mamata Banerjee’s Bhabanipur constituency after TMC workers alleged that cars carrying BJP flags entered the premises near the EVM strongroom. The Election Commission denied wrongdoing and said proper checks were conducted
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Rallies, public meetings and a shutdown marked the third anniversary of the ethnic conflict between Meitei and Kuki communities in Manipur. Groups from both communities paid tributes to victims while reiterating demands linked to security, identity and separate administration
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The Delhi High Court has ruled that an individual cannot seek a spouse’s income details through the RTI Act, holding that income tax information is personal in nature and exempt from disclosure unless it serves a larger public interest under the law
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Political leaders from the LDF, UDF and BJP expressed confidence ahead of the Kerala Assembly election results on May 4. Candidates across major constituencies claimed strong public support as the state prepared for counting after polling held on April 9
