Karnataka BJP leaders back farmers opposing Bidadi township project; ask Cong govt not to intimidate land owners
Bengaluru, June 18 (IANS) Karnataka Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders have accused state government of pursuing an “anti-farmer” agenda through the proposed Bidadi Township project and urged it not to politicise the issue. Speaking to…
Gujarat approves bonus, ex-gratia payments for over 3,000 APMC employees
Gandhinagar, June 18 (IANS) Gujarat Cooperation Minister Jitu Vaghani has said that more than 3,000 employees working in Agricultural Produce Market Committees (APMCs) across Gujarat will become eligible for bonus and ex-gratia payments after the state…
CM Fadnavis directs Maha admin to form ‘State CSR’ cell to ensure effective funds utilisation for local self-govt institutions
Mumbai, June 18 (IANS) Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has directed the state administration to establish a ‘State CSR’ Cell to ensure the proper utilisation of corporate social responsibility (CSR) funds in the state, and…
Gujarat: Ahmedabad civic body cracks down on fire safety breaches, seals six hotels
Ahmedabad, June 18 (IANS) Six hotels in Ahmedabad have been sealed by the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) after failing to rectify serious fire safety deficiencies despite being given a week to comply with notices issued by authorities, officials…
2nd Test: Bethell strikes twice after Blundell’s 51 help New Zealand fight back on Day 1
London, June 18 (IANS) Tom Blundell and Glenn Phillips scripted a middle-order recovery for New Zealand, but part-time spinner Jacob Bethell claimed two late wickets as England fought back to grab the initiative on the opening day of the second Test at…
Olivia Wilde reflects on her marriage at 19 and why it ended at 25
Los Angeles, June 18 (IANS) Actress-director Olivia Wilde is looking back at her divorce. The actress and her husband, Tao Ruspoli separated when she was 25. The actress-director dished on her marriage to ex-husband Tao Ruspoli, whom she wed in 2003…
2026 FIFA WC: Portugal fail to build on early goal as Congo earn first points in 1-1 draw
Houston, June 18 (IANS) While his archrival Lionel Messi started Argentina’s defence with a fine performance, Cristiano Ronaldo failed to score as Portugal were held to a disappointing 1-1 draw by a fighting Congo DR in a Group K match in the FIFA…
PM Modi heads to France after G7 meetings
Evian, June 18 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said he had a productive round of meetings and interactions at the G7 Summit in Evian, where he presented India’s views on governance, policy‑making and the importance of working closely…
Rebel Shiv Sena-UBT MPs have betrayed not just Uddhav Thackeray but entire MVA, Congress: Harshwardhan Sapkal
Mumbai, June 18 (IANS) Maharashtra Pradesh Congress Committee President Harshvardhan Sapkal has said that the rebellion by six Members of Parliament (MPs) from the Shiv Sena-UBT faction is not merely a betrayal of Uddhav Thackeray and his party, but also…
Bengal T20 League: Siliguri Strikers seal last semifinal spot as Season 3 enters decisive phase (Ld)
Kolkata, June 18 (IANS) Servotech Siliguri Strikers, Novus Royals Purulia, Sobisco Smashers Malda, and Shrachi Rarh Tigers have made it to the semifinals of Season 3 of the Bengal T20 League men’s competition after consistent performances in the…