APRIL 14 INAUGURATION
Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Egypt FMs meet in Antalya
Foreign Ministers from Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Turkiye, and Egypt met in Antalya. They discussed strengthening cooperation in areas of mutual interest. The ministers also exchanged views on regional dynamics. Dialogue and diplomacy were reaffirmed for peace and stability. This meeting follows previous talks between the four nations.
Delhi-Dehradun Expressway not fully operational yet? How one 1,600 sq m house is blocking the ₹12,000 crore connectivity project
Even after Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Delhi-Dehradun Expressway on April 14, 2026, a small two-storey house named “Swabhiman” in Loni’s Mandola village continues to block a key exit ramp. A lone watchman guards the house day and night while the family demands fair 2026 market-rate compensation for land acquired in 1998.
Delhi-Dehradun Expressway opens: Route, map, toll charges, entry, exit points and travel time; Here's everything we know
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Delhi-Dehradun Expressway on April 14, 2026. The 210-213 km six-lane corridor, built at a cost of around Rs 12,000 crore, will slash travel time from over 6 hours to about 2.5 hours. It features a major wildlife corridor through Rajaji National Park and connects key towns in Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand.
India-Austria to deepen economic ties; Bilateral trade crosses USD 2.35 billion: CII Regional Chairman
India and Austria move to deepen their economic partnership with a specific focus on green technologies and advanced manufacturing as bilateral trade between the two nations surpassed the USD 2.35 billion mark.Chairman of the CII Western Region and Chairman & Managing Director of Blue Star Ltd, identified these sectors alongside digital innovation as the primary drivers for the next phase of the bilateral relationship.
PM Modi to inaugurate Dehradun-Delhi Expressway on April 14
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Uttarakhand on April 14. He will inaugurate the Dehradun-Delhi Expressway. The Prime Minister will also offer prayers at the historic Dat Kali Temple. Preparations are in their final stages for the visit. Senior leaders will be present. The expressway will enhance connectivity. Char Dham Yatra preparations are also complete.
Delhi-Dehradun expressway: Workers seen clearing water using hands days before the inauguration of Rs 12K crore highway by PM Modi
Days before its inauguration, workers were seen manually clearing stagnant water from the Rs. 12,000 crore Delhi-Dehradun Economic Corridor, using basic tools. This rush to meet Prime Minister Modi's April 14 inauguration date highlights the project's ambitious scope, including wildlife protection measures and improved connectivity to Uttarakhand's pilgrimage sites.
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Who is Mark Calcavecchia? 13-time PGA Tour winner reportedly removed from The Masters for using phone
Mark Calcavecchia removed over Masters strict phone policy: Veteran golfer Mark Calcavecchia was reportedly removed from The Masters for violating the tournament's strict no-phone policy. The 13-time PGA Tour winner was escorted off the course on April 8. This incident highlights the tournament's long-standing tradition of prohibiting mobile devices to maintain its atmosphere.
PM Modi to inaugurate Delhi–Dehradun Expressway on April 14: know the features of this ₹12,000 crore highway
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Delhi-Dehradun Expressway on April 14. This 210-km high-speed corridor will connect Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Uttarakhand. Travel time between Delhi and Dehradun will reduce from 6.5 hours to 2.5 hours. The expressway features six lanes and passes through Rajaji National Park with wildlife protection measures.
April 6 in world history: From turning point in WWI to global invasions, genocide and bombings
April 6th marks significant global events, from the 1896 rebirth of the Olympic Games to the US entry into World War I in 1917. The day also witnessed the Axis invasion of Yugoslavia and Greece in 1941, the tragic start of the Rwandan Genocide in 1994, and the devastating L'Aquila earthquake in 2009.
AAP govt owes Rs 14,000 cr in arrears, misusing state funds: SAD chief Sukhbir Badal
Shiromani Akali Dal chief Sukhbir Singh Badal accused the AAP government of neglecting employees and pensioners by withholding Rs 14,000 crore in arrears. He criticized the party's spending on advertisements and travel for leaders, welcoming the Punjab and Haryana High Court's deadline for clearing dues. Badal also demanded an impartial probe into alleged misuse of state funds for party agendas.
PM Modi unveils connectivity projects worth Rs 18,680 crore in West Bengal
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched development projects worth over Rs 18,000 crore in West Bengal. These initiatives include new roads, bridges, and port infrastructure. Several railway stations were also redeveloped. The projects aim to boost connectivity, reduce travel time, and foster economic growth across the state. These developments precede the upcoming assembly elections.
PM Modi to inaugurate projects worth nearly Rs 48,000 cr during two-day Assam visit from March 13
Modi Assam visit: The PM will kick-off his Assam trip by performing bhoomi poojan of the Assam Mala 3.0 road projects, worth over Rs 3,200 crore, in Kokrajhar district.
Gaurav Gogoi will lose badly in Jorhat polls, says Assam Deputy Speaker Momin
Assam BJP leader Numal Momin predicts a significant loss for State Congress President Gaurav Gogoi in the Jorhat constituency. Momin expressed confidence in the BJP securing a record-breaking victory in the upcoming assembly elections. Assam Minister Ranjeet Kumar Dass also defended the Orunodoi 3.0 scheme.
Govt tracking chip supply snags as units come alive
ICs including processors, controllers and memories, are now the 3rd largest single import item for India. In April-December of FY26, the value of imported chips rose to $12.62 billion, making it the largest concentrated cost within India's inbound trade after imported crude oil and gold, official figures show.
Today in US history on March 4: Washington’s second inauguration, Lincoln takes office, Vermont becomes a state
Today in US history: Before the Twentieth Amendment, March 4 was the traditional Inauguration Day, marking key presidential moments like George Washington's second swearing-in and Thomas Jefferson's move to Washington, D.C. This date also witnessed significant events in the young republic, including the chartering of the Massachusetts Bay Colony and Vermont's statehood.
Quote of the day by Abraham Lincoln: 'You cannot escape the responsibility of tomorrow by evading it today'
Abraham Lincoln, America's 16th President, steered the nation through the Civil War, dismantling slavery and preserving the Union. Rising from humble frontier beginnings, his political career culminated in a presidency marked by profound leadership and enduring words on responsibility. His assassination cemented his legacy as a pivotal figure in American history.
Microsoft’s AI future faces quality questions: Satya Nadella hires Google veteran for ‘Engineering Quality Head’ after saying AI writes 30% of code
Microsoft has appointed Google veteran Hayete Gallot as Executive Vice President for Security and Charlie Bell has moved to a new position. This comes less than a year after Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella said AI writes 30 percent of code for the tech giant. This comes amid challenges with Windows 11 reliability and underwhelming Copilot adoption, raising questions about the company's AI strategy and product quality.
Telangana CM unveils 125ft tall B R Ambedkar statue in Hyderabad; Check key facts about the structure here
The tallest statue of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar in India now stands at a height of 125-ft next to the State Secretariat, adjacent to the Buddha statue and Telangana Martyrs memorial.
Assam govt considering the possibility to inaugurate AIIMS during PM's visit: CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said that Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi will visit Assam on April 14 and state government is considering the possibility to inaugurate the functioning of AIIMS on that day. Sarma visited the construction site of All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Guwahati and took stock of the progress. He visited all parts of the construction site including the main building, the pathways and reviewed the stage of their completion.
National highways length rises by 50 per cent in 7 years: Govt sources
While the total length of national highways was 91,287 km in April 2014, it was around 1,41,000 km by the end of 2021. The BJP government came to power at the Centre in May 2014. The pace of construction of the national highways has increased from 12 km per day to 37 km per day in 2020-21, sources said. They said the Modi government has focused greatly on connectivity and infrastructure since the beginning of its term.
Pradhan Mantri Sangrahalaya to open on April 14, say sources
Sources also indicate that two former prime ministers who are still alive, Manmohan Singh and H D Deve Gowda, are likely to be specially invited for the occasion.
PM Modi asks BJP MPs to highlight welfare measures in fortnight dedicated to 'social justice'
With the birth anniversary of B R Ambedkar, architect of the Constitution, falling on April 14, Modi at the BJP's parliamentary party meeting asked party MPs to reach out to people, especially the disadvantaged sections of society like Scheduled Castes, to highlight various government programmes for their welfare.
Just in time: Narendra Modi to open Ambedkar Memorial early April
The timing would be politically perfect for the Union government, which has been competing with the Congress to own up Ambedkar’s legacy.
PM Narendra Modi to launch 'Village Self Governance Campaign' on April 14
The campaign, which starts on the 125th birth anniversary of Ambedkar on April 14 and concludes on the Panchayati Raj Day on April 24, will create awareness about various schemes.
Mumbai to host BRICS Friendship Cities Conclave in April
Prime Minister Modi will inaugurate the conference, which will be attended by representatives of at least two cities from each of the BRICS nations.
Mumbai to host BRICS Friendship Cities Conclave in April
Mumbai First, a think-tank, will hold a three-day conclave, involving top urban policy makers and planners from BRICS nations, in April.
PM Narendra Modi to inaugurate maritime summit to attract $6 billion investment
"It will be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on April 14," Deputy Secretary at the Shipping Ministry, Abhishek Chandra, said.
Train service to Dhaka may be deferred
Notwithstanding efforts by Indian and Bangladesh authorities to launch the Kolkata-Dhaka train service from April 14, its inaugural run may be deferred if a request by the West Bengal government is considered.
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