VK News Today https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html Brigadier, his son assaulted by men in south Delhi for objecting to drinking near their home 98 km in 85 minutes: Green corridor rush saves young man with failing heart | India News IB MTS result 2026 release shortly as per official notice; here’s how to download merit list at mha.gov.in ‘Dhurandhar 2’ box office collection day 26 [LIVE]: Ranveer Singh film chases Rs. 1100 crore milestone on fourth Monday Relationship: Unlock lasting love with this simple daily habit | People born on these dates have a deep spiritual connection with their partner 7-year delay, no evidence, only allegations: Why Supreme Court quashed 498A case against in-laws Apr 13, 2026, 13:29 IST ‘One Pandya had to win’: Krunal Pandya relishes RCB victory over MI at Wankhede | Cricket News BSEB Bihar Board Matric Compartment, Special exam 2026 date sheet released: Check complete timetable here Hanumankind spotted at BTS ‘ARIRANG’ tour stop fuels India concert speculation Baisakhi 2026: Date, celebration, history and significance of Vaisakhi ‘Inches away from deal’: Iran on why US peace talks in Islamabad failed Apr 13, 2026, 13:30 IST Oil shortage, price spike, inflation fears: How Hormuz blockade is hitting India and global markets When Asha Bhosle belted out the lyrics to ‘Khatouba’ and revealed how she drew inspiration from Middle Eastern songs How ‘Desicore’ is taking over Coachella 2026 and turning the desert into a baddie runway Seven things to check in your car before a long summer drive: Easy tips ‘Jana Nayagan’ Film Leak: Six Arrested, Over 300 Links Taken Down by Cyber Crime Wing | Priyanka Chopra visits Golden Temple for the second time this month: Offers prayers for new film ‘Amri’ What nobody tells you about marriage after 30 Opinion: Why the global turmoil is not a setback, but an opportunity to stay invested in Indian markets Kuwait Citizenship Law Amendments: Kuwait tightens citizenship law under new decree, expands revocation powers and eligibility rules | World News ‘Needs to be examined’: Supreme Court seeks Centre, ECI response on biometric voting plea | India News ‘There are two options’: Hardik Pandya delivers brutal reality check after MI defeat HSSC PET/PMT admit card 2026 expected to be released soon at hssc.gov.in: Check details here Hariharan says, ‘Asha Bhosle has always stood by me’: Pens down heartfelt note for the late singer | Navy to hold first-ever Commanders’ Conference in Delhi: What to expect PM Modi with Bengal party workers NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said feedback from party workers in West Bengal indicates growing public support for the Bharatiya Janata Party ahead of the Assembly elections.In a post on X following his visit to Siliguri, the Prime Minister said said, “It is always a delight to interact with hardworking BJP Karyakartas. Their efforts at the grassroots are truly inspiring. Yesterday, after the rally in Siliguri, I met local BJP Karyakartas who narrated the ordeal of the common people under TMC rule. They told me that the people are connecting with BJP’s development agenda.”He added that “These interactions reaffirm that the mood in West Bengal is clearly favouring the BJP,” signalling confidence within the party as campaigning intensifies in the state.Meanwhile during the rally, PM Modi had launched a sharp attack on TMC, accusing the party of corruption, appeasement politics and neglect of North Bengal, while asserting that the BJP will form the next government in West Bengal.Addressing the gathering, PM Modi said, “The ruthless TMC government has completed 15 years in power… you have witnessed nothing but ruin,” adding that the current election would shape the state’s future.Stepping up his criticism, he described the ruling party as “anti-North Bengal”, “anti-tribal”, and against the interests of women and youth, alleging that it has failed to deliver meaningful development and cannot present a credible report card of its tenure.The Prime Minister also accused the state government of discriminatory budget allocation, claiming that development in North Bengal has been neglected while resources were diverted elsewhere, and alleged that the TMC was focused on appeasement politics.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos’India Guides World Through Crises’: RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat’s Big Message Amid US-Iran DeadlockNoida Worker Protest Over Pay Turns Violent As Dispute Escalates Into Chaos, Police Use Tear GasDelimitation Row Heats Up As Sonia Gandhi Slams Modi Govt Over Timing, Process Of Women’s Quota BillIran Lauds India’s Stand After US Talks, Says Strait Of Hormuz Belongs To All NationsUS-Iran Deal HITS DEAD END, Trump SHIFTS TO Pakistan Praise, Replays India-Pak War ClaimMEA Slams China’s ‘Mischievous Attempts’, Rejects Fictitious Names to Arunachal Pradesh LocationsUAE Visit: Jaishankar Conveys PM Modi’s Thanks, Highlights India’s Role In Regional StabilityMobile Internet Ban Extended After CRPF Firing Shocker That Killed ProtestersSwami Vivekananda’s First-Ever Life-Size Statue Unveiled In Seattle, US‘Had Great Difficulty’: Stranded Indian Fishermen In Iran Return Home Via Armenia123PhotostoriesNoida turns warzone: Cars torched, stones rain down as workers’ protest spirals into violenceWhy do you keep getting sick every few weeks?Baby names inspired by moon6 popular snacks that were originally sold as medicine8 beautiful baby girls names that mean ‘genius’Best non-American sitcoms of all time: ‘Derry Girls’, ‘Schitt’s Creek’ and more10 dishes that make lentils feel anything but ordinarySaas-bahu relationships on Indian TV that were actually wholesome: Devyani-Simar, Sudha-Parvati and more7 iconic breakfasts people eat around the world5 best fantasy dramas to watch on Hulu: From ‘Outlander’ to ‘Attack on Titan’123Hot PicksIran war ceasefirePAN Card application 2026Purple cap winnerOrange cap winnerIPL Points TablePublic holidays April 2026Bank Holidays AprilTop TrendingJJ Redick commentIPL Schedule this weekUS Iran talksYesterday Match ResultJasprit BumrahTim DavidIPL Points TableAsha BhosleSara TendulkarSchool Holidays in April Updated: Apr 13, 2026, 12:44 IST ‘The lack-of-wickets narrative’: Ashwin drops bold take on Bumrah after MI struggle IISER IAT 2026 registration ends today: Check direct link, how to apply before deadline Asha Bhosle passes away: Juggy D says ‘she will forever be the definition of Indian music industry’ – Exclusive ‘Deeply flawed’: Sonia Gandhi slams women’s quota bill, calls it ‘assault on Constitution’ Saudi Arabia: Hajj 2026: Saudi Arabia halts Makkah entry, suspends Umrah visas and sets strict rules for pilgrims | World News NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said India stands “on the brink of making history” as the long-pending women’s reservation in legislatures moves closer to implementation, asserting that the reform will deepen democracy and accelerate women-led development.Addressing the ‘Nari Shakti Vandan Sammelan’ in Delhi, PM Modi said the proposed legislation reflects a collective aspiration that has been building across the country. He said Parliament is now close to taking a decisive step that would reshape representation in politics. PM Modi went on to add, “I’ve noticed that over the past few days, women across the country have been speaking out on this topic. Reaching the Legislative Assembly and the Lok Sabha will give wings to their dreams. From the freedom struggle to the decisions of the Constituent Assembly, Indian women have made immense contributions to laying the foundations of independent India… Wherever women have held positions in our country, from the President to the Prime Minister, they have created their own unique legacies. Even today, women hold key positions, from the President to the Finance Minister. They have enhanced both the dignity and pride of the country. Today, over 1.4 million women are successfully serving in local government bodies in India. In approximately 21 states, their participation in Panchayats has reached nearly 50 per cent. Whenever I discuss this topic with foreign guests, they are left speechless. They are astonished. This is no ordinary thing. This active participation of millions of women in politics and social life is astonishing even to the world’s most prominent leaders and political experts, and it brings immense pride to India…”He added that the government is committed to implementing the constitutional amendment within a clear timeline. “There was also a unanimous demand that it (Women’s Empowerment Act) should be implemented by 2029 at any cost… We are keeping the 2029 deadline in mind, a comprehensive discussion on this is going to take place in Parliament from April 16th. It is our endeavour and our desire that this work be done with mutual cooperation and participation, this time too… With everyone’s collective efforts, the dignity of the entire House will reach new heights. Every woman in the country will also be happy that every party has risen above politics and taken up this important task for their benefit…”Describing the move as transformative, he said, “This decision is dedicated to women’s power. It is dedicated to the veneration of women’s power. Our country’s Parliament is close to creating a new history. A new history that will realise the concepts of the past. One that will fulfil the resolutions of the future. A resolution for an India that is egalitarian, where social justice is not just a slogan, but a natural part of our work culture, our decision-making process. The time has come to end decades of waiting, from the state assemblies to the country’s Parliament; it is 16th, 17th and 18th April…”Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta welcomed the Centre’s push to operationalise the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, 2023, saying the proposed 33 per cent reservation in the Lok Sabha and state assemblies would place women empowerment on “auto mode”.She said the initiative reflects a shift towards women-led development and highlighted welfare measures introduced under the current government. National Commission for Women chairperson Vijaya Rahatkar also praised the legislation, saying it fulfils Atal Bihari Vajpayee’s vision of greater political representation for women and marks a structural change in decision-making space.The government is expected to bring the constitutional amendment and a delimitation bill during the upcoming special parliamentary session starting April 16.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos’India Guides World Through Crises’: RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat’s Big Message Amid US-Iran DeadlockNoida Worker Protest Over Pay Turns Violent As Dispute Escalates Into Chaos, Police Use Tear GasDelimitation Row Heats Up As Sonia Gandhi Slams Modi Govt Over Timing, Process Of Women’s Quota BillIran Lauds India’s Stand After US Talks, Says Strait Of Hormuz Belongs To All NationsUS-Iran Deal HITS DEAD END, Trump SHIFTS TO Pakistan Praise, Replays India-Pak War ClaimMEA Slams China’s ‘Mischievous Attempts’, Rejects Fictitious Names to Arunachal Pradesh LocationsUAE Visit: Jaishankar Conveys PM Modi’s Thanks, Highlights India’s Role In Regional StabilityMobile Internet Ban Extended After CRPF Firing Shocker That Killed ProtestersSwami Vivekananda’s First-Ever Life-Size Statue Unveiled In Seattle, US‘Had Great Difficulty’: Stranded Indian Fishermen In Iran Return Home Via Armenia123PhotostoriesNoida turns warzone: Cars torched, stones rain down as workers’ protest spirals into violenceWhy do you keep getting sick every few weeks?Baby names inspired by moon6 popular snacks that were originally sold as medicine8 beautiful baby girls names that mean ‘genius’Best non-American sitcoms of all time: ‘Derry Girls’, ‘Schitt’s Creek’ and more10 dishes that make lentils feel anything but ordinarySaas-bahu relationships on Indian TV that were actually wholesome: Devyani-Simar, Sudha-Parvati and more7 iconic breakfasts people eat around the world5 best fantasy dramas to watch on Hulu: From ‘Outlander’ to ‘Attack on Titan’123Hot PicksIran war ceasefirePAN Card application 2026Purple cap winnerOrange cap winnerIPL Points TablePublic holidays April 2026Bank Holidays AprilTop TrendingJJ Redick commentIPL Schedule this weekUS Iran talksYesterday Match ResultJasprit BumrahTim DavidIPL Points TableAsha BhosleSara TendulkarSchool Holidays in April IPL 2026: Sanju Samson’s no-panic mode takes CSK back to MS Dhoni days | Cricket News IPL 2026: Cooper Connolly finds ‘beauty’ in grind of three formats Highest in almost 3 years! 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The visit comes as high-stakes campaigning intensifies for the polling of the 294-member West Bengal Assembly, which will be held in two phases on April 23 and April 29, with counting scheduled for May 4. Taking it to X, Manoj Tiwari wrote, “Today, I will participate in 5 campaign programs in West Bengal, including a public meeting and a road show.” “Tomorrow morning in Delhi, Dehradun 709 BC, I will welcome all of you at the inauguration ceremony by the Prime Minister,” he added on X. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Uttarakhand on Tuesday, marking his 27th visit to the state. During the visit, the Prime Minister will inaugurate the Delhi-Dehradun Expressway and also dedicate to the nation the country’s first variable speed pumped storage plant of 1,000 MW capacity in Tehri. 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