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Tamil Nadu election 2026: Disappointed over confusion post bifurcation, Tirukkoyilur constituency electors feel neglected

Tirukkoyilur Assembly Constituency is witnessing a generational shift with sitting MLA and DMK strongman K. Ponmudi having been been denied seat

Punjab governor gives assent to anti-sacrilege Bill

The Jaagat Jot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar (Amendment) Bill, 2026, proposes stricter punishments to deter incidents of 'beadbi' (sacrilege) and

Telangana Heatwave: Ten districts exceed 44C; Kerameri hits 44.6C

The data from the Telangana Development Planning Society showed that 10 districts recorded temperatures exceeding 44C, while 13 districts experie

Soldier found dead in Jammu camp, investigation under way

The exact cause of death will be ascertained after the completion of the investigation, the officials said

Student deaths in NIT Kurukshetra: CPI(M) MP Brittas seeks Education Minister's intervention

In his letter, John Brittas noted that four students have died at the institute between February and April this year

SC Issues Pan-India Directions For Road Safety, Says Expressways Should Not Become Corridor Of Peril

NEW DELHI, Apr 19: Observing that expressways must not become corridors of peril due to administrative lethargy or infrastructural gaps, the Supr

Snowfall, Rain Bring Down Temperatures In Kashmir

SRINAGAR, Apr 19: Fresh snowfall in the higher reaches of Kashmir and rain in the plains of the valley brought down temperatures on Sunday, offic

Four feared dead in major chain accident on NH-50 in Karnatakas Vijayanagara district

Preliminary reports indicate that a garlic-laden lorry from Haryana, allegedly driven in a rash and negligent manner, first struck two motorcycle

JEE Main Session 2 Result 2026 Date: Check expected release timeline at jeemain.nta.nic.in, official websites and steps to download scorecard

The National Testing Agency (NTA) is expected to release the JEE Main Session 2 Result 2026 by April 20. Candidates can check their scores on the

Prakash Raj should tender unconditional apology to all Hindus: Valmiki Research Center Director Lajapathirai

In a press release, Dr. Lajapathirai said that Mr. Prakash Raj should read Valmiki Ramayana completely and understand its epics contribution to t

Amit Shah Holds Roadshow at Erode in Tamil Nadu

The top BJP leader, from his campaign vehicle, sought votes for the BJP candidate Kiruthika in Modakkurichi constituency and appealed to the peop

Revanth Reddy Meets Governor Over Pending MLC Nominations

CM seeks approval for Kodandaram and Azharuddin, highlighting delays in clearing Governor quota nominations

BCCI's chief selector Ajit Agarkar's contract renewed till next year

Ajit Agarkar will continue as chairman of the senior selection committee. The BCCI renewed his contract for one more year. This decision focuses

India resilient amid oil shock, may grow 6.8%-7.1% despite global headwinds: SBI Research

India faces global challenges from a strong position. Economic growth is projected between 6.8% and 7.1% for FY27. The nation's banking sector is

Is Cuba the next Donald Trump misadventure?

Whispers suggest President Trump is considering a military intervention in Cuba, seeing an opportunity for an easy win amidst the island's econom

As Iran war strains ties with Trump's US, UK looks to Europe

Britain's government is set to announce legislation next month to move the country closer to the European Union, as the Iran war sours the UK's s

North Korea launches multiple short-range ballistic missiles toward sea

SEOUL, Apr 19: North Korea launched multiple short-range ballistic missiles toward the sea on Sunday, its neighbours said, days after the UNs nuc

Bhindi vs Parwal: Which Is Better For Diabetics?

Bhindi vs Parwal for Diabetes: Which Indian superfood wins? Discover the science-backed benefits, from Bhindi's sugar-blocking mucilage to Parwal

On Camera, Truck Causes Chain Collision In Karnataka, 4 Dead

The accident led to heavy traffic congestion on the highway, with vehicles stuck for nearly three kilometres on both sides of the road.

Trinamool Betrayed Sisters Of Bengal: PM Modi On Women's Quota Bill

PM Modi said that he tried to ensure that women get 33% reservation, but the Trinamool conspired with the Congress to prevent such a law.

TMC Betrayed Women, Will Be Punished In Assembly Polls: PM Modi

BANKURA (WB), Apr 19: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday accused the Trinamool Congress of betraying women by preventing the passage of the C

Am I Cooked?: JP Morgan Techie In Bengaluru Shares Monthly Expense Breakdown

In the clip, Arushi Garg lays out her monthly expenses in detail, giving a candid snapshot of what everyday life costs for a young professional i

West Bengal elections: TMC 'betrayed' women, will be punished in assembly polls, says PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused the Trinamool Congress of betraying women by blocking a bill for 33% reservation in Parliament and state ass

IIFR to tackle faculty shortage, deepen global academic links

NEW DELHI, Apr 19: With Indias push to build global leadership talent hitting a shortage of world-class faculty, a new institute plans to bring I

Lenskart apologises after online backlash, releases new style guide welcoming religious symbols

NEW DELHI, Apr 19: Following massive online backlash over a purported internal grooming document, eyewear retailer Lenskart has issued a public a

TVS Supply settles dispute with ZTE, withdraws insolvency plea in NCLAT

NEW DELHI, Apr 19: TVS Supply Chain Solutions has settled its debt dispute with ZTE Telecom India and withdrawn its appeal in NCLAT against an or

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Govt officer fails to find property file despite year-long visits; Chhattisgarh man finally does this to 'fix memory issue'. Netizens say 'great job'

A man from Chhattisgarh went viral after staging a symbolic protest at the Tifra Housing Board office over a missing property mutation file, whic

Nipha Group plans to expand agri machinery business across 20 states, 10 countries

KOLKATA, Apr 19: Kolkata-based Nipha Group has launched a brand OneHorn, as part of a push to expand its agriculture machinery business in at lea

Two platforms, CNG, hybrids to electric, Renault gears up for a new journey in India

CHENNAI, Apr 19: French auto major Renault is adopting a two-platform strategy in India to address the segment below Rs 10 lakh while pursuing a

See innovation, education as enabler and catalyst for progress, inclusion: Samsung official

NEW DELHI, Apr 19: South Korean consumer electronics major Samsung sees innovation and education as both an enabler of progress and a catalyst fo

Quote of the Day by Nobel Prize winning Physicist John Bardeen: The combined results of several people working together is often much more effective than could be that of

Quote of the Day: John Bardeen, a two-time Nobel laureate, emphasized the power of collaboration in scientific advancement. His quote highlights

'TMC betrayed women': PM Modi slams CM Mamata after Constitution Amendment Bill falls in Lok Sabha

Massive Crackdown In Anantnag: 6 Drug Peddlers Arrested, Over 3.7 Kg Narcotics & Cash Seized

Anantnag, Apr 19: Intensifying its war against drugs, Anantnag Police on Sunday registered three cases and arrested six drug peddlers in separate

DMK Chennai manifesto: CM Stalin unveils six initiatives ahead of Tamil Nadu Assembly polls

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin unveiled the DMK's Chennai manifesto, highlighting six key initiatives. These plans aim to upgrade community

Mahavatar Parshuraam: After Narsimha, Hombale Films announces next Mahavatar Cinematic Universe film

The film, which is a part of a planned seven-part Mahavatar Cinematic Universe, will release in theatres on December 2027

NEET UG Admit Card 2026 Soon: Important Details Mentioned On Hall Ticket

Along with the NEET UG 2026 hall ticket, applicants must carry two passport-sized photographs and a valid identity proof to the examination centr

Elderly woman killed in suspected leopard attack at Malakkappara

Body found partially eaten near Sholayar dam area as residents raise alarm over rising wildlife threats

Two Indian men shot dead in Italy while leaving gurdwara

The attack occurred on April 17, a few minutes before midnight in the square in front of the Gurdwara Mata Sahib Kaur Ji in the industrial area o

News in Frames: Waltz of the winds

A disturbance in the weather system brings rain to India during non-monsoon months but can also disrupt agricultural schedules and trigger extrem

Watch: Opposition slams Narendra Modi over speech, alleges poll code violation

Opposition leaders led by Mallikarjun Kharge have accused PM Modi of violating the Model Code of Conduct by politicising his April 18 national ad

Congress leader in Kerala moves ECI against PM Modi

Congress leader Anil Akkara files complaint against PM Modi for alleged election code violation via national broadcaster Doordarshan

Death Count In Chhattisgarh Vedanta Power Plant Blast Climbs To 24

The explosion occurred in a steel tube carrying high-pressure steam from the boiler to the turbine at the Vedanta Ltd power plant located in Sing

India LPG Consumption Slides 13 Pc Amid West Asia Conflict

LPG consumption was at 2.379 million tonne in March, 12.8 per cent lower than 2.729 million tonne consumed in the same period last year

Water Management takes Centre Stage at PlumbexIndia 2026 in Bengaluru

PlumbexIndia 2026 , India’s leading platform for water, sanitation and plumbing, concluded with strong industry and government participatio

Kerala Christian priest steps in as father for orphan bride at Hindu wedding, performs kanyadaan; Viral video wins hearts

A wedding in Kottayam has gone viral after a touching video showed a Christian priest, Father Roy Mathew, performing the traditional kanyadaan ri

Watch: In A First, Chinese Humanoid Robots Outrun Humans In Beijing Half-Marathon

The top-performing robot completed the 21-kilometer race in just 50 minutes and 26 seconds, faster than the current human half-marathon world rec

ED raids Kolkata police officer Shantanu Sinha Biswas, others in money laundering probe

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Salman KhanDil Raju Film Goes on Floors in Mumbai, Nayanthara Joins Shoot

Salman Khan and Nayanthara begin shooting for Vamshi Paidipallys big-budget action drama in Mumbai, marking a high-profile first-time collaborati

Why Was Women's Quota Bill Brought At This Time? Centre Releases FAQs

If cleared, these Bills would have paved the way for 33% reservation for women in the Lok Sabha as early as the 2029 general elections.

After TVKs nomination rejection in Edappadi, Vijay backs independent candidate

TVK chief urged people to vote for Mr. Premkumar under the Television symbol; Mr. Vijay announced his support for an independent candidate after

Pakistan on high alert ahead of possible USIran talks; 10,000 police deployed in Islamabad

As Islamabad and Rawalpindi gear up for a possible new round of talks between the US and Iran, extensive security operations are underway. With m

IPL 2026 KKR VS RR: Check pitch report and weather forecast here

Kolkata Knight Riders, struggling with one point from six matches under Ajinkya Rahane, face a strong Rajasthan Royals led by Riyan Parag. The Ro

We Heard You: Lenskart Issues New Dress Code After Backlash Over 'Bindi, Tilak'

The revised style guide for Lenskart staff keeps most of the same rules about appearing neat and tidy, with a few key differences.

Iran to reopen airspace in phased four-stage plan following regional conflict

Citing the deputy director of Iran's Civil Aviation Organisation, the report indicates that flight operations will resume in a graduated manner,

VP Radhakrishnan departs for Sri Lanka on landmark two-day visit to boost bilateral ties

New Delhi, April 19 : Indias Vice President C P Radhakrishnan on Sunday departed for a two-day official visit to Sri Lanka, marking a significant

Ethnic aspirations define political loyalty in Bengal's Junglemahal ahead of Assembly elections 2026

West Bengal elections 2026: Political contests in West Bengal's Junglemahal are influenced by ethnic identity struggles. The Kudmi-Mahato communi

H-CITI project in the legal crosshairs on the KBR National Park buffer zone

The petitioners have waged a pitched battle with the State and central governments, challenging the notification issued by the Ministry of Enviro

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Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh expecting second child; actress confirms pregnancy with adorable post

Bollywood stars Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh are expecting their second child. The actress confirmed the happy news via an Instagram post o

Basil seeds uses: How to use sabja seeds in summer as a natural body coolant; 5 ways to protect body from heat & acidity

Basil seeds, also known as sabja seeds, are a natural and effective body coolant widely used during summer. Rich in fibre and antioxidants, they

Uttarakhands Char Dham Yatra 2026 Begins Today with Chief Ministers Best Wishes

Dehradun, April 19: On the auspicious occasion of Akshaya Tritiya, the doors of Shri Yamunotri Dham and Shri Gangotri Dham will open today, marki

Rajasthan Women Express Disappointment Over Failure to Pass Womens Reservation Amendment Bill

Churu, April 19: Women in Churu district, Rajasthan, have expressed their disappointment over the failure to pass the Womens Reservation Amendmen

Ahead of US-Iran talks, Pak authorities take stringent security measures

More than 10,000 police personnel and over 600 checkpoints have been deployed across Rawalpindi, near Islamabad, the Express Tribune newspaper re

Humanoid robots race past humans in Beijing half-marathon, showing rapid advances

The winning robot, developed by Chinese smartphone brand Honor, finished the race in 50 minutes and 26 seconds, several minutes faster than the h

Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh announce second pregnancy. Drops cute post featuring daughter Dua

Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh announced their second pregnancy. They shared the joyful news with fans on social media. The post quickly went

Govt releases set of FAQs on women's reservation bill

The government has issued FAQs addressing women's reservation in legislatures. This follows the defeat of a Constitution Amendment Bill in the Lo

Assembly Elections 2026 LIVE: PM Modi to address four rallies in Bengal today

Chief Minister M K Stalin has warned that Tamil Nadu's progress will be affected if people vote for NDA in the upcoming Assembly elections.

Kejriwals Recusal Plea: Can Courts Restrict Access When Fairness is Challenged?

When a litigant questions a court's neutrality, the judiciarys response must be grounded in openness, not opacity.

US Israel-Iran War Day 51: Strait of Hormuz tensions rise as Iran fires on tanker, talks continue

Iran War News Day 51: As the clock ticks into the 51st day of the Iran-Israel conflict, West Asia finds itself in a heightened state of alert. Ir

Iran Responds to EU Vice Presidents Statement, Calls International Law Claims Hypocrisy

Tehran, April 19: Iran has once again accused the United States of breaking promises and has closed the Strait of Hormuz. This action follows com

Bulgarians head to the polls to elect a parliament for the eighth time in 5 years

Since 2021, the nation of 6.5 million has struggled with fragmented parliaments that produced weak governments, none of which managed to survive

Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan Hospitalized, PM Modi Checks on His Health

New Delhi, April 19: Andhra Pradeshs Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan has been admitted to the hospital due to health issues, where he underwen

Iran Fires On Ships In Strait Of Hormuz As Tehran Imposes Restrictions Again

Dubai, Apr 19: Iran reversed its decision to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and fired on a tanker attempting to pass the waterway on Saturday. It al

Naidu to Campaign in Tamil Nadu Over 2 Days

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu will tour Coimbatore, Hosur, Chennai, Madurai and Sattur as part of the NDAs outreach drive in

Vishnupriya, Ananya Nagalla Turn Up Glam Game as Subscription Booms

Vishnupriya Bhimeneni and Ananya Nagalla face scrutiny as subscription-based exclusive content models grow, raising concerns over influence, mone

Symbol of unparalleled valour, wisdom: PM Modi extends wishes on Parshuram Jayanti

New Delhi, April 19: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday extended greetings on the occasion of Parshuram Jayanti, highlighting the values of j

Pakistan's Asim Munir may be a 'red flag' & 'liability' for Trump & co, US intel warns: Report

US intelligence flags Pakistan Army chief Asim Munir as a ed flag for the Trump administration due to his alleged deep ties with Iran's military

Hormuz Chaos, Lebanon Clashes Dent Trump's Peace Deal Hopes

Chaos in the Strait of Hormuz erupted a day after Iran said the waterway would reopen to commercial vessels.

Klaasen Anchors SRH with Remarkable Consistency in IPL

Sunrisers Hyderabad batter Heinrich Klaasen delivers a string of consistent scores, including three fifties, to anchor SRHs middle order without

ED conducts raids at residences of senior cop, businessman in Kolkata over money laundering

The Enforcement Directorate is searching locations linked to Kolkata Police Deputy Commissioner Shantanu Sinha Biswas and businessman Joy Kamdar

Mohanlal Emerges as the Go-To Powerhouse for Tollywoods Biggies

Malayalam star Mohanlal is reportedly being considered for key roles in Chiranjeevi and Balakrishna films, both aiming for a Sankranti 2027 relea

JEE Main Session 2 Result Likely Tomorrow: Download Link, Scorecard Details, What To Do Next

JEE Main BE/BTech Paper Result: JEE Main Result 2026 is expected to be released on April 20 by NTA. Check how to download the scorecard, expected

Political Expos on Womens Reservation Bill by BJP Leader Dilip Ghosh

New Delhi, April 19: BJP leader Dilip Ghosh has launched a sharp attack on opposition parties regarding the Womens Reservation Amendment Bill. Th

'Restrictions will come...': Iran says it remains in control of Hormuz despite US blockade

Koratala Siva to Back Mangalavaram 2, A Bold Move?

**Strapline:** Koratala Sivas *Devara 2* faces delays amid script work and rising expectations, with reports suggesting he may first present *Man

Delhi Police Arrests Fugitive in Theft Case

New Delhi, April 19: The Delhi Polices Anti-Jail Bail and Fugitive Cell has apprehended a declared fugitive involved in a theft case. The accused

Janhvi Kapoor Opens Up on Her Battle With Addiction

**Strapline:** Janhvi Kapoor opens up about her past struggle with alcohol addiction, calling for empathy and awareness, as she prepares for her

Two Indian-Flagged Ships Attacked While Crossing Strait Of Hormuz, India Summons Iranian Ambassador

India's Ministry of External Affairs said it had summoned the Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran in New Delhi after an incident in the St