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Breaking News HIGHLIGHTS: Hello and welcome to ABP Live. Follow ABP Live's blog to get the latest developments, breaking news, latest updates, and other developing stories across the country and abroad.PM Modi To Flag Off Rajasthan's First Vande Bharat TrainPrime Minister Narendra Modi will be launching Rajasthan's first Vande Bharat Express via a videoconference on Wednesday (April 12) at 11 am, which will run on the Ajmer-Delhi Cantonment route. According to a press release by the prime minister's office (PMO), the train will arrive an hour earlier than the current fastest train on the route. The first run will connect Jaipur and Delhi Cantonment. Regular services between Ajmer and Delhi Cantonment will begin on Thursday, with stops in Jaipur, Alwar, and Gurugram.Faster Than Shatabdi Express: The train will take 5 hours and 15 minutes to travel from Delhi Cantonment to Ajmer. According to the release, the Shatabdi Express, the fastest train on this route at the moment, travels the distance in 6 hours and 15 minutes. The Vande Bharat Express from Ajmer to Delhi Cantonment will be the world's first semi-high speed passenger train on high-rise overhead electric territory.Aims To Boost Region's Tourism: The train will improve connectivity to Rajasthan's major tourist destinations, including Pushkar and Ajmer Dargah, as well as boost the region's socioeconomic development, according to the announcement. The Vande Bharat Express service in Rajasthan is a significant advancement towards modernising India's railway system and promoting the country's 'Make in India' initiative. The train is proof of India's engineering prowess and technological progress. This new addition to India's railway network will provide passengers travelling between Rajasthan's major tourist destinations with a comfortable fast mode of transportation, as well as serve as a symbol of the country's rapid development.AAP To Kick Off Nationwide 'Padyatras', Appeals To Citizens To Join 'Movement'Buoyed by its 'national party' status, the AAP will hold nationwide 'padyatras' (foot marches) on Wednesday and appealed to citizens to join the party. Aiming to expand its national footprint ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha election, AAP leader Gopal Rai said these marches would also celebrate the AAP's national party status, PTI reported."Our party achieved a significant milestone by obtaining the status of a national party in just 10 years since its inception. Party workers in all states and district offices across the country will hold celebrations on April 12. Padyatras have also been planned to spread the message of the party and appeal to citizens to join the movement by giving a missed call on the number 9871010101," he said. Rai said AAP wishes to take the message of "Make India Number 1" to the citizens.AAP national secretary Pankaj Gupta said the party's election symbol "broom" will be reserved for the party across the country. "Instead of 10, we can fill the form of any candidate with only one proposer. The party will get more time in the national media and will now be able to announce campaigns in batches of 40 in the elections. The party will also be officially given a place for its national office," PTI quoted Gupta as saying.

12/04/2023 20:53:21

Breaking News Live: Mumbai's PMLA Court Grants Bail To Yes Bank Founder Rana Kapoor In Rs 200-Crore Loan Case

Former Yes Bank CEO Rana Kapoor has been granted bail in a ₹200 crore ($27 million) loan case by a special Prevention of Money Laundering Act court in India, reported ANI.

12/04/2023 19:55:12

Breaking News Live: Prince Harry To Attend King Charles III's Coronation Without Meghan

Prince Harry will come to the King's coronation, but Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, will not be attending, said Buckingham Palace.

12/04/2023 19:49:29

Breaking News Live: Home Minister Amit Shah To Chair Meeting On Security Situation In J&K Tomorrow

12/04/2023 17:46:02

Breaking News Live: Retail Inflation Drops To 5.66 pc In March From 6.44 pc In February

12/04/2023 17:41:35

Breaking News Live: Congress President Kharge To Hold Meeting In Delhi Over Sachin Pilot Issue

12/04/2023 16:13:35

Breaking News Live: No Enmity With BJP, It Is An Ideological Battle, Says Rajasthan CM Ashok Gehlot

There is no enmity with the BJP but it is an ideological battle, said Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot, reported PTI.

12/04/2023 14:42:42

ED Raids 15 Locations Of Atiq Ahmed, His Aides In Prayagraj, UP

Enforcement Directorate today conducted searches at 15 locations in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj as part of its ongoing money laundering investigation against gangster-turned-politician Atiq Ahmed and those linked to him: Sources tell ANI.

12/04/2023 14:40:51

Decided To Fight Upcoming Polls Together: Congress Chief Kharge After Meeting With Oppn Leaders

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on Wednesday said that opposition leaders have decided to contest upcoming elections together. Addressing the media after the meeting of opposition leaders including Bihar CM Nitish Kumar, Tejashwi Yadav and others, Kharge said that the leaders had a historic meeting and discussed many issues. He said the parties reached a consensus on fighting elections as one.

12/04/2023 14:17:29

Manish Sisodia Brought To Delhi Court For Hearing On His Bail Plea In Excis

Delhi's former Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia has been brought to Rouse Avenue Court for a hearing on his bail plea in excise policy case.

12/04/2023 13:28:21

Bomb Squad Team At Patna Airport In Bihar After Bomb Threat Call

Bihar: Bomb Squad team arrives at the Patna airport after a bomb threat call was received here.

12/04/2023 13:01:36

ED Acting Like Dictator: AAP's Sanjay Singh Slams Agency

AAP's Sanjay Singh tears into ED, alleging people not from the agency beat-up people to record forced statements. He said ED is acting like a dictator.

12/04/2023 12:52:00

Taiwan Ruling Party Picks VP William Lai As Its Presidential Candidate: Report

Taiwan ruling party picks VP William Lai as its presidential candidate, reports AFP.

12/04/2023 12:50:45

Rajnath Singh Inaugurates 3-Day International Conference On Defence Finance, Economics In Delhi

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated the three-day International Conference on Defence Finance and Economics in Delhi today. Delegates from the USA, UK, Japan, Australia, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Kenya will participate in the conference.

12/04/2023 12:49:24

PM Modi To Visit Assam On April 14, To Dedicate, Lay Foundation Stone Of Projects Worth Rs 14,300 Cr

PM Modi will visit Assam on 14th April, to lay the foundation stone and inaugurate projects worth around Rs 14,300 crores including AIIMS Guwahati. He will lay the foundation stone of a bridge on the Brahmaputra river connecting Palashbari and Sualkuchi. PM will also witness the mega Bihu dance which will feature more than 10,000 performers: Prime Minister's Office

12/04/2023 12:42:13

Delhi's Indian School Vacated After It Recived Bomb Threat Via Email

The Indian School in Sadiq Nagar received a bomb threat via email. As a precautionary measure, the school has been vacated. Bomb Detection and Disposal Squad informed: Delhi police

12/04/2023 12:17:53

Sweden Embassy Closed For Visitors In Pakistan's Islamabad Due To Security Situation

The Embassy of Sweden has been closed for visitors in Islamabad, Pakistan. In a statement, the embassy said, "Due to the current security situation in Islamabad, the Embassy of Sweden is closed for visitors. The Migration Section is not, at the moment, able to handle requests of any kind. Also we cannot send any documents to our consulates, Gerry´s, Sweden or your home address. We understand that this will cause inconvenience however, the safety of our applicants and staff members are of highest priority."

It said, "We cannot answer any questions regarding re-opening at the moment. If you have questions regarding your case please contact the Migration Agency. Thank you for your patience."

12/04/2023 12:08:08

Delhi HC Issues Notice To ED On Vijay Nair's Bail Plea In Delhi Liquor Policy Case

Delhi High Court issues notice to Enforcement Directorate on bail plea moved by AAP's communication in-charge Vijay Nair in the money laundering probe related to the Delhi government's excise policy.

Nair says he is being victimised on account of his political affiliation and there is no merit in the FIR or ostensibly the ECIR being investigated by CBI and ED.

The next date of hearing in the case is 19 May.

12/04/2023 12:06:44

Mumbai Local Services Restored After It Suffered Technical Snag Between Dahisar & Borivali

Mumbai Suburban local was affected due to a technical snag in the OHE wire between Dahisar and Borivali on Up fast line, reported ANI. Western Railway said that announcements were made at stations as well as on trains. It added that other locals were diverted and work was carried out on war footing & services have now been restored.

12/04/2023 12:04:08

Massive Fire Breaks Out In Delhi's Narela, Dousing Operation Underway

Massive fire breaks out in Narela, dousing operation underway; no casualty reported.

12/04/2023 11:57:35

Police Raid Underway At Premises Of Atiq Ahmed's Close Aide In Prayagraj, UP

Police raid underway at the premises of close aide of jailed gangster Atiq Ahmed, advocate Khan Saulat Hanif, in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh.

12/04/2023 11:43:16

Delhi HC Asks ECI To Decide AIADMK's Representation Seeking Updation Of Amended Bye-Laws Within 10 Days

Delhi High Court asks the Election Commission of India to decide the representation filed by AIADMK seeking the updation of its amended bye-laws on ECI's website within ten days. 

AIADMK's bye-laws were amended in July 2022. Thereafter, the party made a representation to the ECI.

12/04/2023 10:55:45

US Designates Hurras Al-Din's Sami Mahmud Mohammed Al Uraydi As Specially Designated Global Terrorist

US Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken on Tuesday said that the United States remains committed to disrupting al-Qa’ida affiliates who exploit under-governed spaces and conflict zones in Syria. He said that Groups like Hurras al-Din (HaD) are responsible for killings, kidnappings, and violence targeting of members of religious minority groups.

"Today, the Department of State is designating Sami Mahmud Mohammed al Uraydi as a Specially Designated Global Terrorist for his leadership role in HaD. The Department’s Rewards for Justice is also offering a reward of up to $5 million for information on the identification or location of al-Uraydi," he added.

Blinken further said, "As a result of this action, all property and interests in property of al-Uraydi that are subject to U.S. jurisdiction are blocked, and all U.S. persons are generally prohibited from engaging in any transactions with him.  Any US or foreign persons that engage in certain transactions with this individual may be exposed to sanctions risk, including under secondary sanctions authorities."

12/04/2023 10:51:59

Will Boost Business Partnership: India's Envoy To France On Business Summit

Jawed Ashraf, India's Ambassador to France has said that the India-France Business Summit will give a great boost France-India business partnership in all dimensions.

"Union Min Piyush Goyal’s presence gave a strong message of our commitment to Europe," he added.

12/04/2023 10:46:35

4.0 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Jammu And Kashmir

An earthquake of magnitude 4.0 on the Richter scale struck Jammu and Kashmir at 1010 hours today, reported ANI citing National Center for Seismology.

12/04/2023 10:44:23

BJP Misused ED, CBI: Sanjay Raut On Naimg Of Ajit Pawar's Company In MSC Bank Scam Case

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut has attacked BJP over the naming of Ajit Pawar's company in the MSC bank scam case.

He said, "It clearly means that you (BJP) misused ED and CBI.  You started an investigation, harrassed the Pawar family and their relatives and raided their premises. Now you don't find anything against them to name them in the chargesheet. It's clear that ED and CBI were misused in this case too."

12/04/2023 10:19:56

AAP Puts 'We Miss You Manish Ji' Posters In Delhi

Aam Aadmi Party puts up 'We Miss You Manish Ji' posters in Delhi. Manish Sisodia was arrested by the CBI on February 26 in connection with alleged corruption in the formulation and implementation of the now-scrapped Delhi Excise Policy 2021-22.

12/04/2023 09:59:17

Firing Inside Bathinda Military Station In Punjab, 4 Casualties Reported

At least four casualties have been reported in a firing incident in the early hours of the morning at around 0435 hours inside Bathinda Military Station in Punjab on Wednesday. As per a statement by HQ SW Command, the Station Quick Reaction teams were activated and the area was cordoned off and sealed.

12/04/2023 09:32:42

Madurai Police Arrest 2 Men For Sexually Harassing Gujarat Woman In Tamil Nadu: Police

Madurai Police in Tamil Nadu on Tuesday arrested two men - Ashish Jain and Jerome Kathiravan - for allegedly sexually harassing a woman from Gujarat in Madurai last year. The accused are now lodged in Madurai Central Jail.

12/04/2023 09:17:11

ED Files Chargesheet In MSC Bank Scam Case, Names Company Linked To Ajit Pawar & His Wife

MSC Bank Scam Case: Enforcement Directorate has submitted a chargesheet in which it has named a company linked to former Maharashtra Deputy CM & NCP leader Ajit Pawar and his wife, while Pawar and his wife have not been named in the chargesheet.

As per ANI, the ED had attached properties including land, building and machinery of Jarandeshwar Cooperative Sugar Mill worth Rs 65 crore in July 2021 in this case. The matter is listed for hearing on April 19.

12/04/2023 08:30:02

As Long As It Takes: Antony Blinken Reiterates US' Commitment To Stand With Ukraine

US Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke today with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba, reported ANI citing Vedant Patel, Principal Deputy Spokesperson, US State Department.

Patel said the two leaders discussed ongoing preparations for Ukraine’s spring counteroffensive, including security assistance pledges from allies and partners.  "Secy Blinken underscored Ukraine’s success as vital to peace and security in Europe and reiterated the United States’ commitment to stand with Ukraine for as long as it takes," he added.

12/04/2023 07:55:03

Ex-Punjab CM Channi To Appear Before State Vigilance Dept In Disproportionate Assets Case

Former Punjab CM and Congress leader Charanjit Singh Channi to appear before State Vigilance Department on April 20, in a disproportionate assets case.

12/04/2023 07:26:01

Atiq Ahmed Being Taken To Prayagraj For Murder Case Hearing, Says 'Safe Because Of Media'

Prayagraj Police convoy is taking criminal-turned-politician-mafia Atiq Ahmed from Sabarmati Jail to Prayagraj, to present him in a murder case.

At MP's Shivpuri, Atiq said: "It's because of you (the media) that I am safe."

12/04/2023 07:21:37

Myanmar Junta Confirms Deadly Air Strike On Village That Killed Around 100 People: Report

Myanmar junta confirms deadly air strike on a village, reported ANI citing AFP news agency. The air strike killed as many as 100 people.

12/04/2023 07:14:29

4.3 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Bihar's Araria Early Morning Today

An earthquake of magnitude 4.3 occurred in Araria, Bihar at around 5.35 am. The depth of the earthquake is 10 Km, National Center for Seismology, as per ANI.