Latest Updates

Heat Wave Alert Issued in Telangana as Temperatures Set to Rise

Eat seasonal fruits such as watermelon, cucumbers, and oranges that have high water content

Sandeep Chaudhary: From Tragedy to Triumph, Setting World Records in Para Athletics

New Delhi, April 9: Destinations are reached only by those whose dreams are alive; wings alone do not suffice, it is the spirit that soars. These

IPL 2026, LSG vs KKR LIVE: LSG Wins Toss, Opts To Bowl

The LSG boast of Aussie skipper Mitchell Marsh and veteran Aiden Markram in top-three as their match-up against struggling KKR bowlers would be a

Iran rules out restrictions on enrichment programme: nuclear energy chief

All the conspiracies and actions of our enemies, including this brutal war, have yielded no results. Now they seek to achieve something through n

Srinagar-Jammu National Highway Reopens After Three Days of Closure

Srinagar, April 9: The Srinagar-Jammu National Highway has reopened for traffic after a three-day interruption. Officials confirmed the resumptio

Probe ordered into dance by children at govt. school in Thanjavur

Tejashwi Yadav Criticizes Bihar Government Amid Rising Crime Rates

Patna, April 9: Tejashwi Yadav, the Leader of the Opposition in the Bihar Assembly, has sharply criticized Chief Minister Nitish Kumars governmen

Iran deputy minister says ships need consent to pass Hormuz

Iran's military demands vessels contact them for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz. This requirement follows conflict-related dangers. Ir

Riz Ahmed interview: On Bait and building a genre-bending, Bond-adjacent fever dream

Riz Ahmed breaks down how Bait blends Bollywood disco, the UKs club culture, and spy-thriller anxiety into a surreal take on identity, ambition,

Tadka On JioHotstar Is Worth For On-The-Go Entertainment

Tadka, JioHotstars new micro-content offering, brings together over 100 punchy short-form shows made for quick watching.

GVN Hospital launches department to treat swallowing disorders

West Asia conflict: Early signs of stress visible across sectors, says FICCI report

The report emphasises that this crisis, while being challenging, also presents an opportunity for India to accelerate structural reforms aimed at

Shiromani Akali Dal Appoints Harkesh Singh Mohri as Haryana President

Chandigarh, April 9: The Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) has made a significant organizational change aimed at strengthening its Haryana unit. Party pr

Food safety officers directed to inspect quality of food served by roadside vendors

DK leader describes Stalin as a politician with humaneness; the country follows T. N. in welfare programmes

Skip New York, Discover Philadelphias Quiet Luxury

Philadelphias strength lies in its restraint. Luxury here is not defined by excess, but by how seamlessly everything fits together.

He predicted 2008 crash now he says Bitcoin (BTC USD) could collapse to zero. Should crypto investors worry?

Bitcoin BTC USD price crash prediction to zero: Economist Steve Keen, known for past financial crisis warnings, predicts Bitcoin could become wor

Cyberabad Police arrest Vizag man for posting abusive comment against actress Renu Desai on Instagram

BJP MPs Emphasize Womens Leadership as Key to Indias Development

New Delhi, April 9: BJP MPs have expressed that the dream of a developed India by 2047 can only be realized through womens leadership, following

Educating girls crucial for social change, says Venkaiah Naidu

Addressing the annual convocation of Smt. N.P. Savithramma Government Womens Degree College (Autonomous), the former Vice-President highlights th

BKI terror module busted; 2 held with grenades, IED material: Punjab Police

The Punjab Police have made a crucial breakthrough by arresting two suspects, Akash Masih and Jablaun, in Gurdaspur, connected to a terror plot f

Is NBA Ben 10 dead? Houston club shooting leaves NBA youngboy associate critically injured, family denies death rumors full update

Rapper NBA Ben 10 was hurt in a Houston nightclub shooting that shocked fans. Online rumors wrongly said he died, but family confirmed he is aliv

BSNL signs MoU with St. Marys College in Thoothukudi

S. Jaishankar to visit UAE, Hardeep Singh Puri to visit Qatar: MEA official

Why care environments are critical to child health outcomes

The holistic development of children goes beyond treating ailments; it involves robust preventive healthcare and consistent psychosocial support.

Iran Accuses US of Violating Ceasefire Conditions Amid Israeli Attacks on Lebanon

Tehran, April 9: Iran has accused the United States of breaching key conditions of a ceasefire agreement amid Israeli attacks on Lebanon. Speaker

Amazon Expands Counterfeit Crimes Unit To India To Tackle Fake Goods

Amazon's unit aimed at strengthening consumer protection and intensifying the crackdown on the sale of fake goods.

Kolkata Knight Riders vs Lucknow Super Giants Live Score Updates, IPL 2026: Head-to-Head

China denies reports of support to Iran's military during war with US

China firmly opposes the dissemination of speculative and insinuating disinformation targeting China by relevant parties, Defence Ministry spokes

Target for elimination: Israel hunts Hezbollah chief Qassem with deadly strikes rocking Lebanon

Over 3,500 voters opt for postal ballot in Pudukottai district

The Early Exposure Rule: How Growing Up With Gluten Impacts A Child's Gut Health

Early exposure to gluten is necessary for a child's gut health. Here is what you need to know about the risks of a gluten-free diet and why unnec

Senior BJD Leader Sasmit Patra Resigns from Rajya Sabha Position

Bhubaneswar, April 9: Senior leader Dr. Sasmit Patra of the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) has resigned from his position as the parliamentary leader in t

Following Lourdammal Simons footsteps, Cuthbert enters poll fray in Colachel

US economy grew a sluggish 0.5% in fourth quarter, government says, downgrading previous estimate

The economic landscape of America took a notable downturn in late 2025, where growth plummeted to a mere 0.5 percent in the last quarter. This di

Iran rules out restrictions on enrichment programme: Nuclear chief

The head of Iran's nuclear energy agency on Thursday ruled out any restrictions on the country's enrichment of uranium, saying the demand by the

Top news of the day: Assam sees 84.42% polling; voter turnout 75% in Kerala, 86.92% in Puducherry; Israels Lebanon strikes spark global calls to extend U.S.-Iran truce, and more

The major news headlines of the day and more.

IPL 2026: RR and RCB Set to Clash in a Thrilling Encounter

Guwahati, April 9: The Rajasthan Royals (RR) will face off against the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) on Friday at the Barsapara Cricket Stadi

US-Based NRI Couple To Return To India After Oracle Layoffs As 60-Day Deadline Looms

A US-based NRI couple said they were planning a July return to India after being impacted by the recent Oracle layoffs.

PNG is safer, sustainable alternative to LPG; IGL triples new connections since pre-war period

Priyank Kharge dares RSS to file complaint on its letterhead, hits out at BJP leaders

If the RSS is a registered organisation, let it file a complaint on its own letterhead. Why does it seek others help? I too am facing cases and w

Womens Reservation Bill: A Step Towards Inclusive Democracy, Says Lucknow Mayor Sushma Kharkwal

Lucknow, April 9: The Womens Reservation Bill has been hailed by Lucknow Mayor Sushma Kharkwal as a crucial step for womens empowerment and an in

Big break ahead in Nancy Guthrie case? Detective says kidnappers may have made critical health error

Detective Brian Martin believes Nancy Guthrie's kidnappers underestimated her health, potentially leading to a fatal medical event. He suggests t

Is Plain Yogurt Safe For Your 6-Month-Old? A guide To Starting Solids Safely

Even though babies shouldn't drink regular cow's milk until they are 1 year old, they can eat yogurt. This is because the fermentation process br

Amid gas supply constraints, Petroleum Minister Hardeep Puri to visit Qatar on April 9, 10

Union Minister Hardeep Puri had met Bangaladeshi Foreign Minister earlier this week.

Galahad, Amazing Stride, Obolensky and Knotty Emperor impress

Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi Inaugurates Rs 600-crore Power Infrastructure Projects

The projects include three grid substations and eight key transmission lines commissioned at Balianta in Khordha district, on the outskirts of Bh

Increasing train services to distant destinations from Mettupalayam station hinges on completion of infrastructure works

US weekly jobless claims rise, but remain at low levels

New jobless claims in the US saw a slight increase last week. This indicates the labor market remains stable, not showing signs of weakening. Thi

Internet Not Happy With 'Dead Ball' Rule After DC's 1-Run Loss. Here's Why

Gujarat Titans pulled off a thrilling one-run win over Delhi Capitals with Kuldeep Yadav getting run-out on the final ball of the IPL 2026 encoun

Chennai Poll Canvas: T. Nagar | Growth vs gridlock in Chennais busiest shopping hub

Chennai Poll Canvas is an election special programme from The Hindu, offering a comprehensive constituency roundup from in and around Chennai for

Word of the Day: Penumbrous

Penumbrous is a word that inhabits the delicate space between light and shadow, clarity and obscurity. Whether used in scientific explanation or

'My wife's right to skydive': JD Vance mentions wife in 'bizarre' analogy on Iran war ceasefire

ECI Hosts Delegation from 23 Countries to Observe Kerala Elections

Thiruvananthapuram, April 9: In a significant demonstration of Indias electoral credibility, the Election Commission of India (ECI) warmly welcom

Indian Delegation To Visit Washington This Month To Advance US Trade Deal

This diplomatic movement coincides with Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri's three-day official visit to the United States.

Why Heirloom Sarees Still Matter in a Fast Fashion World

Fast fashion fades, but heritage lives on, says Kamlesh Talera, as he reflects on legacy, authenticity, and the evolving story of Indian silk.

SC Warns Temple Exclusion Could Divide Society, Affect Hinduism

SC Warns Temple Exclusion Could Divide Society, Affect Hinduism

Telangana High Court Reserves Order on Pawan Kheras Transit Anticipatory Bail Plea

Hyderabad, April 9: The Telangana High Court has reserved its order regarding Congress leader Pawan Kheras plea for interim protection against ar

Islamabad locks down for first US-Iran talks as Israeli attacks on Lebanon jeopardise truce

Israel's attacks in Lebanon threaten a U.S.-Iran ceasefire. Pakistan is hosting peace talks for the conflict. Iran maintains its blockade of the

Six feet python survives after surgery in Veterinary college in Tirunelveli

The six-foot-long snake, weighing around 4 kg, was brought for treatment by Moolakal forest ranger Balasubramanian with the assistance of the Kar

'Be READY for regret-inducing response!': IRGC issues stark warning to Israel over Lebanon strikes

PM Modi Criticizes TMC Government During Rally in Birbhum

Birbhum, April 9: Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a rally in Birbhum, West Bengal, on Thursday, targeting the ruling Trinamool Congress (T

West Asia War: Trump seeking 'concrete commitments' in days on Hormuz security, says Mark Rutte amid fragile USIran ceasefire

West Asia War: NATO chief Mark Rutte has informed member nations that US President Donald Trump seeks urgent commitments to secure the Strait of

Kashmiri Millet Pulao Recipe: How to make this fibre-rich, vitamin-packed dish with simple ingredients, Indias food regulator shares steps

Kashmiri Millet Pulao Recipe: The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India introduces Kashmiri Millet Pulao. This dish offers a nutritious tw

Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: From first votes to protests: polling day snap shots from coastal constituencies of Kochi and Vypeen in Ernakulam

Most polling booths in the two constituencies witness brisk polling from early morning

KL Rahul Shines in IPL Yet Remains Excluded from Indias T20 Team

New Delhi, April 9: KL Rahul, the opener for Delhi Capitals, scored an impressive 92 runs against Gujarat Titans in the 14th match of IPL 2026 on

Pallichattambi postponed: Tovino Thomas starrer gets a new release date

The Dijo Jose Antony directorial was earlier announced to release on April 10

RBI Holds Repo Rate at 5.25 Percent: Realty Sector Sees Stability Anchoring Demand

The Reserve Bank of India’s decision to keep the repo rate unchanged at 5.25% reflects a calibrated “ wait-and-watch ” approach

Rameswaram: 10 fishermen arrested by Sri Lankan Navy; fisherfolk threaten to boycott polls

A mechanised trawler was also impounded at mid-sea and taken to a naval port in the island nation by a Sri Lankan Navy surveillance team, fisheri

Indian trade delegation to visit Washington this month: U.S. Envoy Sergio Gor

Sergio Gor made the statement in a post on X, after meeting U.S. trade chief Jamieson Greer

New Principal CCIT for Telugu States Appointed

Suresh is a native of Guntur and pursued B Tech and MBA before joining the Indian Revenue Service in 1991.

NMC asks medical colleges to restrict MBBS fees to 4.5-year academic period

National Medical Commission says charging fees for full five or five-and-a-half years of the MBBS course violates provisions of the NMC Act, 2019

Russia's Nobel Prize-winning rights group Memorial branded 'extremist'

Russia's Supreme Court has declared the Nobel Peace Prize-winning human rights group Memorial an extremist organization. This move intensifies le

Democrats Amplify Talk of Removing Trump Over Iran Threats

House Democrats plan to use a brief session of the House on Thursday to call for the quick passage of the war powers legislation, but Republican

IPL 2026: Shubman Gill Fined 12 Lakh For Slow-Over Rate During GT Vs DC Clash

The fine comes as part of IPL regulations aimed at ensuring teams maintain the required pace of play, with penalties applied for any breach of th

AIIMS Bhopal Announces Recruitment for 39 Assistant Professor Positions

Bhopal, April 9: A remarkable opportunity has arisen for those aspiring to work at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS). The insti

Google settlement payout: Check if you qualify for a cash payment and how to claim it

Google agreed to a $135 million settlement about Android data collection. Some Android users in the U.S. may get cash payments. People must have

IFoS Officer Senthil Kumar Empanelled For Joint Secretary Post At Centre

JAMMU, Apr 9: In a significant administrative development, S Senthil Kumar, a 1998-batch Indian Forest Service (IFoS) officer from the AGMUT cadr

Rutte the 'Trump whisperer' faces a fresh test as Trump turns on NATO over Iran

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte faces Donald Trump's frustration regarding the U.S.-Israel war on Iran. Trump criticises allies and questions N

PM Modi attacks TMC over 'lawlessness, infiltration' in West Bengal

The Bogtui carnage of 2022, in which around 10 women and children were burnt alive in the district, bears testimony to the TMC's 'maha jungle raj

West Asia war: US Navy's $200 million MQ-4C Triton sends goes missing over Strait of Hormuz after emitting distress signal

A US Navy drone, an MQ-4C Triton, experienced an in-flight emergency over the Persian Gulf. The aircraft squawked a general emergency signal and

MGNREGA: Centre yet to approve labour budget; workers await work in Karnataka

Supreme Court Petition Calls for Central Forces to Ensure Fair Elections in Bengal

New Delhi, April 9: A public interest litigation (PIL) has been filed in the Supreme Court, demanding immediate directives to ensure the safety o

J&K Govt Notifies Final Seniority List Of Secretariat Service-II Officers

Jammu, Apr 9: The Government of Jammu and Kashmir has notified the final seniority list of members of the Jammu and Kashmir Secretariat (Gazetted

IT industry, govt. examine cybersecurity implications of Anthropics Mythos model

Claudes new LLM has found security vulnerabilities over a decade old in widely used software; as large U.S. firms get early access, Indian firms

RBI's Neutral Stance Signals Balance, Realty Sector Sees Long-Term Positives

The RBI’s decision to hold the repo rate at 5.25% reflects a calibrated approach amid global uncertainties and inflationary pressures. The

J&K | 315 Lakes Vanished, 203 Shrunk; CAG Calls For Structured Conservation, Management Efforts

Jammu, April 9: The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) has flagged alarming degradation of lakes in Jammu and Kashmir, revealing that 518 out

Why are gold and silver prices falling today are they no longer safe haven assets? Heres the current gold and silver price and whether bullion could slide below $4,700 again

Gold and silver prices down today: Gold prices fall to $4,714.53, slipping below key support as inflation fears rise again. Silver prices also dr

GPSC Announces 18 Vacancies for Veterinary Officers, Apply by April 15

Gandhinagar, April 9: A significant opportunity has emerged for youth preparing for government jobs. The Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC)

Rahul Gandhi promises to end discriminatory system in CAPF leadership

Rahul Gandhi says Central Armed Police Forces personnel should lead their own forces; vows reforms on promotions, pay and leadership roles