-
The Andhra Pradesh SSC 2026 results were announced with the overall pass percentage improving to 85.25 per cent from last year. Girls outperformed boys, while Parvathipuram Manyam district topped the state. Supplementary exams will be conducted from May 25 to June 4
-
The Jammu–Srinagar Vande Bharat Express has been hailed as a “lifeline” of J&K, with plans to extend rail links to Poonch, Rajouri, and Uri. Leaders highlighted its impact on trade, tourism, and all-weather connectivity across the region
-
The Supreme Court asked the Centre to amend abortion laws to allow rape survivors, including minors, to terminate pregnancies beyond 20 weeks, while strongly defending reproductive autonomy and refusing to force a 15-year-old rape survivor to continue her pregnancy
-
The Supreme Court sought responses from the Centre and others on a PIL seeking the establishment of a revenue judicial service and mandatory legal qualifications and training for officers handling land disputes, citing inconsistent rulings and prolonged litigation due to lack of legal expertise
-
A Digambar Jain temple in Baghpat, Uttar Pradesh issued a dress code asking women devotees to avoid western attire and wear modest clothing with head coverings. While the temple cites sanctity and discipline, critics call it unnecessary and a publicity move
-
A food delivery executive died after falling from the Dabri flyover in southwest Delhi when his scooter was allegedly hit by a car. The driver fled the spot, and police have launched an investigation while efforts are underway to trace the accused
-
Nagpur was placed on high alert after an anonymous letter claiming Caesium-137 radiation threats at RSS and BJP sites, Metro trains, and buses. Security agencies including ATS and NDRF conducted searches, found nothing, and suspect a hoax while investigation continues
-
A multi-layered security grid has been deployed for the Jammu–Srinagar Vande Bharat Express, with 21 personnel including RPF commandos guarding the 327-km route. Measures include pilot vehicles, tunnel sensors, and quick reaction teams to ensure passenger safety
-
The Delhi High Court granted interim protection to children of late industrialist Sunjay Kapur, restraining widow Priya Kapur from altering estate assets amid a Rs 30,000 crore inheritance dispute. The court ordered preservation of assets pending trial over alleged will forgery
-
India’s used-car market is expected to nearly double to $70 billion by FY31, driven by rising affordability, shorter replacement cycles, and increasing formalisation, according to a Redseer report. Annual used-car sales are projected to reach 10 million units during the period
-
Indian equity benchmarks Sensex and Nifty closed lower on Thursday as rising crude oil prices and escalating tensions between the United States and Iran weakened investor sentiment. Broader markets also declined, while IT and pharma stocks showed relative resilience amid volatility
-
Senior B Ashok, suspended for alleged media criticism during elections, accused the Left government of intolerance and misuse of service rules. He defended his actions, called the suspension unjust, and claimed bureaucratic independence was being undermined in Kerala
-
Rajnath Singh and Guido Crosetto held talks in New Delhi to deepen defence industrial cooperation, exchanged the 2026-27 Military Cooperation Plan, and discussed regional issues, signalling stronger India-Italy strategic and defence partnership
-
The Supreme Court of India deferred to May 8 the PIL hearing on alleged ₹73,000 crore fraud linked to Anil Ambani’s ADAG, seeking transparent probes by Central Bureau of Investigation and Enforcement Directorate amid fresh status reports
-
The Supreme Court of India directed the Allahabad High Court to urgently hear a 77-year-old cancer patient’s nine-year-pending pension plea, stressing timely justice and recognising pension as a vested right linked to livelihood under Article 21
-
Ashwini Vaishnaw flagged off a 20-coach Vande Bharat Express between Jammu and Srinagar, offering all-weather connectivity, boosting tourism and economy, and marking a milestone in the long-awaited rail link to Kashmir after decades of engineering challenges
-
India remains relatively insulated from the West Asia conflict due to strong domestic demand, policy buffers, and public investment, the Finance Ministry said, while warning of inflation, fiscal pressures, and wider trade deficits, with risks hinging on energy supply disruptions and global uncertainties
-
Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Limited reported a 16 per cent rise in FY26 net profit to Rs 12,782 crore, driven by record cargo volumes and strong growth in logistics and marine businesses. The company also crossed the 500 MMT cargo handling milestone
-
Gold and silver prices rose on Thursday amid rising crude oil prices and growing tensions in West Asia. Gold crossed Rs 1.50 lakh on MCX during intra-day trade, while silver also gained strongly as investors reacted to global uncertainty and geopolitical developments
-
The Supreme Court of India reserved verdict on Pawan Khera’s plea against denial of anticipatory bail by Gauhati High Court, amid arguments on defamation versus forgery allegations linked to remarks on Himanta Biswa Sarma’s wife
-
Mallikarjun Kharge exuded confidence of Congress-led alliances securing majorities in Tamil Nadu and Kerala, while outperforming exit polls in Assam. He cited tough contests in Puducherry and West Bengal, alleging BJP intimidation, with results for five states due May 4
-
The Supreme Court of India took suo motu cognisance of delays in NCLT resolution plan approvals, calling the situation “grim”. It flagged manpower shortages, warned IBC goals may fail, and directed urgent action as hundreds of cases remain pending nationwide
-
Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations announced Class 10 and 12 results for 2026 with over 99% pass rates. Girls outperformed boys in both ICSE and ISC exams, and results are available on the official website
-
Haj Committee of India has ordered pilgrims to pay an additional ₹10,000 airfare citing West Asia crisis, drawing criticism from Asaduddin Owaisi who called it unfair and demanded withdrawal and refunds for Haj 2026 travellers