Stories from India

AIR News 24x7 reported on a scheme designed to assist farmers and livestock owners who suffer losses due to animal deaths. The details of the scheme were not further elaborated in the broadcast.

AIR News 24x7 detailed India's largest government-funded health insurance scheme, which protects against financial risks from disasters. The scheme is available to rural residents identified as deprived families in the 2011 socio-economic caste census. This initiative aims to provide health coverage to eligible rural populations.

The India Meteorological Department has issued a yellow high-temperature alert for surrounding areas. New Delhi is experiencing a severe heatwave, with temperatures reaching record highs for April. New Delhi has recorded a temperature high of 42.8C amidst a heatwave. A heatwave is forecast for Northern India. India typically experiences hot weather from April to June, with monsoon rains in July providing cooling.

The National Disaster Management Institute (NIDM) is inviting applications for the position of Professor. The application deadline is April 30, 2016. Further details can be found on the NIDM website, nidm.gov.in.

Actor Dhanush intervened when a fan attempted to touch his feet at an event in Kara. The incident has sparked online discussion about the perception of actors being treated as deities.

Kerala's healthcare system is facing a critical shortage of antivenom for the Hump-nosed Pit Viper and the King Cobra. Experts are concerned as cases involving these venomous snakes are increasing in plantations and forest areas.

The broadcast highlighted the scientific writings of Jagadish Chandra Bose. His works include 'The Story of the Lost House' written in 1896 and later published as 'The Fugitive Sea Storm' in 1921.

The Andhra Pradesh government has announced a budget outlay of Rs 3.32 lakh crore for the 2026-27 fiscal year. The budget focuses on maintaining fiscal discipline and driving capital growth.

The Election Commission of India has launched the E-CINET platform to allow voters to review candidate backgrounds before voting. The platform is designed to provide comprehensive candidate profiles. The tool is intended to provide transparency regarding candidate profiles during the election process. The platform provides detailed information on candidates to assist in the electoral process. The Secretary of the Ministry of Development of North-East, IN, Vij Kapche, launched a textile initiative yesterday. The project combines the Mishing silk traditions of North-East India with the Chandheri weaving heritage of Madhya Pradesh. The Secretary stated the initiative brings both heritage and innovation.

Voting for the 2026 Gujarat local body elections is scheduled for April 26. The announcement confirms the timeline for the upcoming municipal and local government polls in the state.