MEA calls reports on Islamabad peace process ‘fake’

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New Delhi: The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Wednesday strongly refuted circulating reports claiming that India has formally sought observer status in the so-called "Islamabad Peace Process", terming them completely fake. In an official post on its X handle, @MEAFactCheck, the MEA's fact-checking unit cautioned citizens against believing such misleading claims and urged them to rely on verified information. The ministry clarified that no such request has been made by India...

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Andhra bus fire: owner, driver arrested after 14 deaths

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Amaravati: The driver of a private travel bus that caught fire after colliding with a tipper, killing 14 passengers in Andhra Pradesh’s Markapuram district March 26, did not possess a valid driving licence, police said Wednesday. The police also announced the arrest of the bus owner, Harikrishna Reddy, and the driver, Yuvaraj. Both were presented before the media by the police in Markapuram. Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Nagaraju said the...

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Rajnath Singh alleges corruption, appeasement by LDF, UDF

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Thiruvananthapuram: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Wednesday launched a sharp political offensive in Kerala, alleging that “not even God is safe in God’s Own Country”, as he accused both the Left Democratic Front (LDF) and the United Democratic Front (UDF) of corruption and appeasement politics. Campaigning for NDA candidate Vatsala Prasanna Kumari in Paravur, Singh invoked a Biblical analogy, saying Judas betrayed Jesus for silver coins, and alleged that the LDF had...

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Lok Sabha passes Bill for statutory status to Amaravati as Andhra’s sole capital

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New Delhi: The Lok Sabha Wednesday unanimously passed a Bill to grant statutory recognition to Amaravati as the sole capital of Andhra Pradesh. The Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill, 2026 was passed by a voice vote after a two-hour-long debate, which saw the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), Congress, Samajwadi Party and others supporting the Bill. However, Dharmendra Yadav of the Samajwadi Party, while supporting the Bill, said if Visakhapatnam was developed...

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New Delhi: Low-cost carrier IndiGo announced Wednesday that it will raise fuel charges on both domestic and international flights for all new bookings made from 12.01 a.m. April 2, due to the sharp increase in aviation fuel prices. The airline said the move follows a steep increase in jet fuel costs in the wake of supply chain...

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MEA calls reports on Islamabad peace process ‘fake’

New Delhi: The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Wednesday strongly refuted circulating reports claiming that India has formally sought observer status in the so-called "Islamabad Peace Process", terming them completely fake. In an official post on its X handle, @MEAFactCheck, the MEA's fact-checking unit cautioned citizens against believing such misleading claims and urged them to rely on...

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Andhra bus fire

Andhra bus fire: owner, driver arrested after 14 deaths

Amaravati: The driver of a private travel bus that caught fire after colliding with a tipper, killing 14 passengers in Andhra Pradesh’s Markapuram district March 26, did not possess a valid driving licence, police said Wednesday. The police also announced the arrest of the bus owner, Harikrishna Reddy, and the driver, Yuvaraj. Both were presented before the...

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Rajnath Singh alleges corruption, appeasement by LDF, UDF

Thiruvananthapuram: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Wednesday launched a sharp political offensive in Kerala, alleging that “not even God is safe in God’s Own Country”, as he accused both the Left Democratic Front (LDF) and the United Democratic Front (UDF) of corruption and appeasement politics. Campaigning for NDA candidate Vatsala Prasanna Kumari in Paravur, Singh invoked a Biblical...

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PCB issues fresh guidelines after PSL team hotel security breach

Lahore: Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has issued fresh guidelines to all Pakistan Super League (PSL) franchises after a breach of security protocol happened at a team hotel here, making it clear that any further violations would not be tolerated. Soon after Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza, who is playing for Lahore Qalandars, posted on social media that he...

Odisha CM opens visa application centre in Bhubaneswar

Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi Wednesday inaugurated a visa application centre here. Speaking at the inaugural event, Majhi said the establishment of the centre reflects Odisha's growing global connectivity and the state government's commitment to citizen-centric services. The centre has been opened at the Babasaheb Bhim Rao Ambedkar Bus Terminal. "Such initiatives enhance ease of...

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Iran seeks ceasefire, will consider when Hormuz Strait is open: Trump

Washington: US President Donald Trump Wednesday said Iran’s new leadership has sought a ceasefire with the United States, even as he signalled continued military pressure until key maritime conditions are met. In a post on social media, Trump claimed that Iran’s current president had reached out amid ongoing hostilities. “Iran’s New Regime President, much less radicalised and...

IPL 2026: DC win toss, opt to bowl against LSG

Lucknow: Delhi Capitals skipper Axar Patel won the toss and opted to bowl against Lucknow Super Giants in an Indian Premier League match here Wednesday. DC have fielded overs overseas players in David Miller, Pathum Nissanka, Tristan Stubbs and Lungi Ngidi. LSG went with four overseas players in Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, Nicholas Pooran and Anrich Nortje....

 

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