Bhopal, Nov 17 (UNI) A turnout of at least 72 per cent was officially recorded during largely-peaceful voting on Friday in the heartland state of Madhya Pradesh where single-phase exercise of franchise had commenced at 7 am amid tight security arrangements across all 230 Assembly constituencies vis-à-vis formation of the state’s 16th Vidhan Sabha. The…
Raipur, Nov 17 (UNI) The second and final phase of voting concluded across 70 Assembly constituencies in Chhattisgarh where an estimated 68 per cent turnout was recorded amid heavy security arrangements until the 5 pm deadline on Friday though the final figure is likely to be higher as queues were observed on numerous polling centres’…
Mogadishu, Nov 17 (UNI) Floods caused by heavy rains that started early October in Somalia have killed 50 people and displaced more than a half million others, the country’s national disaster agency said. Somalia Disaster Management Agency (SoDMA) said the torrential rains have also caused landslides and flash floods in other parts of Somalia, destroying…
Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh), Nov 17 (UNI) The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) on Friday sought 15 days additional time from the district court to submit its report on the scientific survey of the Gyanvapi mosque complex here. Counsel of the Hindu side Madan Mohan Yadav said that the application filed by the ASI will be…
New Delhi, Nov 17 (UNI) There is immense potential in the Indian e-commerce exports and it could touch $200 billion in next 6-7 years, said Santosh Kumar Sarangi, Additional Secretary & Director General, Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) on Friday. Addressing the ‘FICCI E-commerce Exports’ conference, Sarangi stressed on creating awareness and educating the…
New Delhi, Nov 17 (UNI) Delhi Revenue Minister Atishi said that the government has set up more than 1000 Chhath ghats across the National Capital so that devotees do not have to go far from their homes to celebrate Chhath Mahaparv. The Delhi government is arranging everything on these ghats, from constructing ponds to providing…
Kolkata, Nov 17 (UNI) Quinton de Kock’s One Day International career has come to a close with defeat in Thursday’s ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup semi-final against Australia. The South African opener had announced prior to the tournament that his campaign in India would be his last appearances for the Proteas in the format. De…
Bhopal, Nov 17 (UNI) An estimated 60.52 percent largely-peaceful voting was recorded until 3 pm on Friday in the heartland state of Madhya Pradesh where single-phase exercise of franchise commenced at 7 am amid tight security arrangements across all 230 Assembly constituencies vis-à-vis formation of the state’s 16th Vidhan Sabha. With the exception of a…
Lucknow, Nov 17 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday directed the officials to ensure the upcoming Chhath Mahaparv sets a new standard for cleanliness and safety. During a high level meeting, the CM emphasised the need for special initiatives by the Urban Development and Panchayati Raj Departments to maintain a clean environment…
Badwani, First time voters in their traditional attire proudly showcasing their inked finger after casting their vote at a polling station in Badwani AC in ongoing MP Election.
