Stories from India

Voting for local body elections in Gujarat is scheduled for April 26, 2026. The announcement follows the release of specific election dates for the region.

The Delhi High Court has directed that students in Delhi government schools receive their textbooks before the upcoming summer break.

The Reserve Bank of India's short dollar book has surpassed the $100 billion mark for the first time.

Rithika Sri has become the first transgender cricket umpire in the state of Tamil Nadu.

India has decriminalized 717 offenses as part of one of the country's largest legislative reviews. The Jan Westfarths or Amendment of Provisions Act aims to shift away from excessive fines and jail time for these specific violations.

Bitumen prices in India have increased from 46,000 rupees to 77,000 rupees per tonne. Raj Agalwal, representing construction companies in Jalgaon, stated that prices have doubled in some regions since February.

Listed companies in India reported a 14.7 percent increase in net profit for the third quarter of fiscal year 2026. This represents the fastest growth rate observed in the last two years.

Indian athletes secured a total of eight medals at the Commonwealth Youth Games held in the Pacific Islands. The medal tally includes five gold medals and three silver medals. The performance was characterized by displays of technique and strength on the international stage.

Heavy rainfall in Bengaluru has destroyed approximately 5,000 books at a bookshop on Church Street. The damage is estimated to be worth 14 lakh rupees.

The OBC Commission has announced that voting for the Gujarat local body elections will take place on April 26, 2026. Local election results are expected to be published in readable formats to ensure integrity.