Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav is focused on his priorities. So much so, that his three children do not stay with him in the official Chief Minister’s bungalow as he says the focus on family might come in the way of his responsibilities and may “dilute it”. Mr Yadav, 49, a first-time Chief Minister, is father to a daughter and two sons.   “My child is studying in Bhopal. He has completed his MBBS course and is now doing his MS. Now you tell me, if he is in this environment won’t he be disturbed. So if he has to study properly, he should focus on that,” the Chief Minister told ..read more

The recovered drones were identified as China-made DJI Mavic 3 Classic. (Representational) Amritsar: The Border Security Force (BSF) along with the Punjab Police recovered two drones from different locations in the border area of Amritsar on Sunday, officials said. “On 21st April 2024, based on information by BSF intelligence set up about the presence of drones in two different locations of the border area of Amritsar district, joint search operations by BSF troops with Punjab Police were conducted in the suspected areas,” Border Security Force stated. The recovered drones were identified ..read more

Taiwan hit with magnitude-6.0 quake after day of tremors late on Monday night. (Representational) Taipei: -More than 80 earthquakes, the strongest of 6.3 magnitude, struck Taiwan’s east coast starting Monday night and into the early hours of Tuesday and some caused shaking of buildings in the capital Taipei, the island’s weather administration said. The quakes were centred on the largely rural eastern county of Hualien, where on April 3 at least 14 people died after a 7.2 magnitude temblor. Taiwan has been jolted by hundreds of aftershocks since then. The fire department in Hualien said e ..read more

Yashasvi Jaiswal roared back to form with a terrific hundred after Sandeep Sharma’s maiden five-for as a rampaging Rajasthan Royals hammered Mumbai Indians by nine wickets in the Indian Premier League on Monday. After Sandeep returned 4-0-18-5 to record the best bowling figures this IPL, Jaiswal found form at last in Rajasthan’s final home game at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, flaying the Mumbai Indians attack during his 104 not out off 60 balls. Despite a rain intervention delaying the proceedings, Rajasthan did not face much challenge in overhauling a 180-run target set by Mumbai Indians, re ..read more

Earth Day is celebrated annually on April 22nd. It serves as a reminder of the importance of environmental protection and sustainability. We celebrate Earth Day to raise awareness about the critical environmental challenges facing our planet and to mobilize efforts to address them. By coming together on Earth Day, we reaffirm our commitment to protecting the environment, promoting sustainability, and ensuring a healthier and more resilient future for all life on Earth. It’s a day to reflect on our individual and collective impact on the planet and to take meaningful action to safeguard its ..read more

Since the time, the IPL 2024 began, one player who has been at the receiving end of fans’ criticism is Hardik Pandya. His replacing Rohit Sharma as the captain of Mumbai Indians did not go down well with most fans. Every time Hardik Pandya appeared for toss or did something on the field, he was mostly booed by the fans present. It happened at MI’s home-ground Wankhede Stadium too. While he has not publicly spoken about it, Hardik Pandya is under pressure. The inconsistent start of MI at the IPL 2024 has added to his woes. Former Indian cricket team player Robin Uthappa, member of the 2007 ..read more

BJP’s Moradabad candidate Sarvesh Singh BJP’s Moradabad candidate Sarvesh Singh, a five-time MLA and a one-time MP, died a day after his Uttar Pradesh constituency went to polls in phase one of the general elections. He was 72. Sarvesh Singh, who has been ill for a long time, was undergoing treatment at a Delhi hospital.  “Kunwar Sarvesh Kumar has passed away,” UP BJP chief Bhupendra Chaudhary told news agency PTI. “He had some problem in his throat and had an operation. Yesterday, he had gone to AIIMS for a check-up,” Mr Chaudhary added. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minist ..read more

Earlier, people were restricted to purchasing new insurance policies only until 65. (Representational) New Delhi: The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has removed the age cap on buying health insurance policies, effective from April 1, 2024. Earlier, individuals were restricted to purchasing new insurance policies only until the age of 65. However, after the recent changes that have come into effect from April 01, 2024, anyone, regardless of age, is eligible to purchase a new health insurance. “Insurers shall ensure that they offer health insurance products ..read more

The voting percentage on these seats in the 2019 polls was 63.71. Jaipur: A voter turnout of close to 58 per cent was recorded in 12 parliamentary constituencies of Rajasthan where polling was held in the first phase of Lok Sabha elections on Friday. There was no untoward incident during polling in the state, an official said. The voting percentage on these seats in the 2019 polls was 63.71. Chief Electoral Officer Praveen Gupta said an estimated 57.87 percent voting (including 0.61% postal ballot) has been recorded in the 12 LS constituencies which went to polls in the first phase. A tot ..read more

Left-armers Shaheen Shah Afridi and Mohammad Amir shared five wickets to rock New Zealand for a paltry 90 before Mohammad Rizwan anchored the chase to help Pakistan win the second Twenty20 clash Saturday in Rawalpindi. Shaheen led the attack with 3-13 while Amir, returning to international cricket after nearly four years, finished with 2-13 as the visitors were bowled out in 18.1 overs after being sent in to bat. Rizwan finished with 45 not out off 34 balls with a six and four boundaries to ensure Pakistan chased down a modest target in 12.1 overs for a seven wicket win and take a 1-0 lead i ..read more