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48% of Indian Customers Cite Lack of Empathy in CX, But Only 19% of Leaders Address It with AI Reports ServiceNow

Andhra Pradesh Intermediate supplementary exams 2026 time table released; exams from May 21

The Board of Intermediate Education, Andhra Pradesh, releases the time table for the Intermediate Public Advanced Supplementary Examinations sche

Dry days: On rainfall deficit forecast | The Hindu Editorial

As India faces a rainfall deficit, it must make preparations for the worst

Watch: Iran war:The fragile state of U.S. economy explained | Business Matter

The Iran war is rattling global economies, driving up oil prices, inflation, and growth concerns. Japan, India, and Europe are already feeling th

SharkNinja enters India: What its launch reveals about the countrys appliance market

SharkNinja brings its Shark and Ninja brands to India with air fryers, a 14-in-1 multicooker and more a launch that signals a shift in what Indi

Column | Lost in rhetoric

How Trumps Iran narrative reflects a coarsening of global political discourse

OnePlus Pad 4 with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 announced for April 30

OnePlus Pad 4 will get a 13,380 mAh battery, supported by an 80W SUPERVOOC charging

Samrat Choudhary takes oath as Bihar CM, marks end of Nitish Kumar era

Samrat Choudhary is now the new Chief Minister of Bihar and is said to continue development work former CM Nitish Kumar and Prime Minister Narend

TVK chief Vijay booked by Chennai police for poll code violations during campaign in city

The cases were filed based on complaints from election observers and flying squad officials, who stated that the TVK campaign events breached the

Government proposing to up Lok Sabha size by 50%; move will disadvantage southern states: Congress

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh said Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy has already raised an alarm over the issue and others may very well fol

Heatwave tightens grip in Telangana as nine districts record above 43; over 42 in 22 districts

Only two districts recorded temperatures below 42, including Hyderabad where the maximum stood at 41.4

SIR Impact in Bengal: Mamatas Seat Sees 25% Voter Drop, Suvendus Just 3%

West Bengal SIR: Chowrangee, Jorasanko, Samsherganj, Howrah North record highest voter drop

Engineering AI-Driven Growth in Local Commerce: The Work of Vedant Singh at Mustard, Inc.

As Head of AI and Data Strategy at Mustard, Inc., Vedant Singh architected and leads the core data and AI systems that underpin the companys plat

Samsung Galaxy S26 Review | A strong and compact flagship choice

Galaxy S26 offers performance upgrades, improved optimisation, better camera processing, and deeper AI integration

Asha Bhosle's Iconic 'Jhumka' Song Boosts Bareilly's Jewelry Business

According to Bareilly jewellers, women have begun purchasing jhumkas for the auspicious occasion, while traders dealing in artificial jewellery h

Madras High Court dismisses Tamannaah Bhatias plea for 1-crore damages from Power Soaps

She had accused the company of having exploited her popularity even after the expiry of the agreement period, but failed to prove it

A Breakthrough in Carbon-Aware Computing Redefines How Data-Intensive Systems Balance Sustainability and Performance

Data centers already account for a measurable share of global electricity consumption, and most projections suggest this will continue to rise

Rajya Sabha reconstitutes panel of Vice-Chairpersons; six members nominated

The Rajya Sabha on Thursday reconstituted its panel of vice-chairpersons, nominating six members from the BJP, Congress, AIADMK and BJD, with eff

Women's Reservation Bill 2026: After 30 years, here's how India moves to reserve 33% seats for women in Parliament

Parliament is considering a new law to bring 33 percent reservation for women in Lok Sabha and state assemblies starting from the 2029 elections.

Sugar crushing season hits final phase, production reaches 274.8 lakh tons

Uttar Pradesh has produced 89.26 lakh tons so far, against last year production of 91.10 lakh tons.

From bamboo walls to AI eyes: West Bengal election gets unprecedented surveillance push

The Election Commission of India is enhancing surveillance for the West Bengal Assembly polls by installing cameras for 100% webcasting, monitore

NDA, Oppn Leaders Spar over Women's Reservation, Delimitation Bills

BJP MP Giriraj Singh expressed confidence that the amendments to the Women's Reservation Act for its early implementation will receive broad supp

UK economy surged pre-Iran war, energy shock now looms

Britains economy delivered a stronger-than-expected rebound in February, with growth outpacing forecasts and pointing to solid first-quarter mome

Puri Jagannadhs Film Faces Uncertainty Amid Financial Dispute ?

The director has pending dues of around 5 crore linked to earlier arbitration proceedings with Telangana distributors.

NDA, Oppn Leaders Spar Over Womens Reservation, Delimitation Bills

NEW DELHI, Apr 16: NDA leaders on Thursday defended bills to amend the womens quota law and set up a delimitation commission, saying women have w

Cancer Screening Tests: Types, Benefits & Who Should Get Tested

Cancer often develops silently, showing no symptoms in its early stages. Cancer Screening Tests help detect cancer or precancerous changes before

BHU tragedy: Radhika Devi, 71-year-old, goes for spine tumour; doctors perform hip-replacement meant for Radhika Singh; woman dies

In a case of gross medical negligence at BHU Trauma Centre in Varanasi, a 71-year-old woman Radhika Devi was wrongly operated upon for hip replac

In the Algorithm Era, Do Film Critics Still Matter?

The way Indians discover films has changed so sharply that the old Sunday ritual of waiting for a critics verdict now feels almost nostalgic. Tod

New Delimitation Bill 2026: What it means and its key proposals

The government's tabling of the Delimitation Bill has ignited a political firestorm, particularly from southern opposition parties. The proposal,

School-Based Homeopathy Clinics Cross 2.4 Lakh Student Visits, Led by Anubhuti Network

Key Highlights Over 2.42 lakh student visits recorded across school campusesin 10 years(20162026) 55,800+ visits in FY 202526, highest annual foo

PM Modi and Austrian Chancellor Christian Stockers joint press meet| New Delhi | India-Austria ties

Back In News: Rana, Manoj Bajpayee Team Up For Last Man In Tower

The film is based on Aravind Adigas acclaimed novel.

SC Refuses to Entertain PIL Seeking Directions to Make Voting Compulsory in Polls

A bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant and justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M Pancholi asked PIL petitioner Ajay Goel to approach the stak

The missing spotlight on urban local government elections

The ongoing discourse on simultaneous elections, or ONOE, is the right opportunity for change

Massive fire engulfs waste plant in Keralas Munnar; wild tusker Padayappa moved to safety

Iran Asserts No Compromise on Uranium Enrichment Rights, Blames US for Escalating Tensions

Tehran, April 16: Irans Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Ismail Baghaei, declared that Iran will not compromise on its rights to nuclear enrichment

CSK Files Complaint with BCCI Over Alleged Insult During IPL 2026 Match Against RCB

New Delhi, April 16: In a recent match of IPL 2026 held on April 5 at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) faced of

Women's Reservation Rollout by 2029: Arunachal CM Pema Khandu flags April 1618 special session

A special Parliament session is scheduled from April 16 to 18 to finalize rules for women's reservation, aiming for implementation by the 2029 el

The price of success: On Keralas demographic transition

Keralas rising maternal mortality ratio is not yet a cause for concern

Delimitation provisions in women's reservation amendment bill 'attack on democracy': Kerala Oppn

Opposition leaders from Kerala have opposed the delimitation provisions tied to the implementation of the Womens Reservation Act, arguing that li

BJP national president Nitin Nabin takes oath as Rajya Sabha MP, along with others

The newly elected MPs represent Assam, Bihar, Haryana, Chhattisgarh, Himachal Pradesh, Telangana, Odisha and Maharashtra.

Opposition Questions Redistricting Bill as Amit Shah Responds with Critique of Samajwadi Party

New Delhi, April 16: In a special session of the Lok Sabha on Thursday, Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal introduced the Redistricting Bill, 2

Understanding Lightning: The Science Behind the Return Stroke Phenomenon

New Delhi, April 16: As the rainy season approaches, the fear of lightning strikes often looms large. The bright flashes and loud rumbles prompt

Christopher Nolan Brings 'The Odyssey' to CinemaCon

The Odyssey is the first motion picture shot entirely on IMAX film, thanks to the development of new cameras that aren't quite so noisy, fulfilli

Counting matters: On delimitation, federalism, the Census

Delimitation must remain true to both representation and federalism

Opposition presses for division of votes to introduce bill to tweak women quota law.

Opposition presses for division of votes to introduce bill to tweak women quota law. The post Opposition presses for division of votes to introdu

Feminism for polarised times

A more compassionate feminism may be tactically right in this moment, to engender support instead of backlash

Champions League: Arsenal scrape past Sporting to reach semifinals

Mikel Arteta's side as they held on to 1-0 aggregate lead to set up a semifinal clash with Atletico Madrid

Vedanta Group Faces Scrutiny After Chhattisgarh Incident Raises Safety Concerns

New Delhi, April 16: The Vedanta Group, a leading mining company in India, is under intense scrutiny following a tragic incident at its Chhattisg

Intense Heat Wave Hits NCR, Rising Risk of Respiratory Illnesses

Noida, April 16: The National Capital Region (NCR) is experiencing a severe heat wave. According to the latest weather forecast, temperatures are

CBSE Class 10 results 2026: Vijayawada, Trivandrum top with 99.79%; overall pass 93.70%

Trivandrum and Vijayawada have once again emerged as the top-performing regions in the CBSE Class 10 board examination results declared on Wednes

Stories of the nation, in films and life

Zoho layoffs: Sridhar Vembu's firm laid off 300 employees without prior warning? Here's all about the social media buzz

Zoho layoff: There's a growing buzz on social media that Sridhar Vembu's company Zoho laid off 300 freshers without a prior warning. The buzz gai

Reviving a far-sighted but forgotten Bill mechanism

The Private Members Bill has the potential to be a gold mine for Indias legislative landscape

SC Refuses to Entertain Plea Seeking Guidelines for Display of Ashoka Chakra

The petitioner showed a picture of the Ashoka Chakra installed at a roundabout in Varanasi, but the bench refused to entertain the plea

Bangladesh seeks $2 billion from development partners to meet energy demand

Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman sought a USD 2 billion fund from development partners to meet the country's immediate energy needs and s

Chinas claim on Arunachal not supported by international law

Its mixing of sovereignty and historical evidence to support its territorial and maritime claims is in contravention of the decisions of internat

Asian stocks mostly higher after Wall Street hits record and oil steadies

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent also warned that Washington was preparing to apply secondary sanctions on those doing business with Iran

Is Bihars high replacement rate a consequence of poverty?

President Expresses Condolences Over Andhra Pradesh Road Accident

New Delhi, April 16: President Droupadi Murmu has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic accident that occurred in Kurnool district, Andhra Prades

BJP Leaders Criticize Opposition Over Womens Empowerment Bills

New Delhi, April 16: Political rhetoric has intensified both inside and outside Parliament regarding the Nari Vandan Shakti Act and the Womens Re

Will delaying the Census affect its implementation?

Russia unleashes massive overnight assault on Ukraine's Kyiv; at least 4 people killed

Maharashtra Government Plans Toll-Free Number to Combat Corporate Jihad, Says Nitesh Rane

Mumbai, April 16: Maharashtra Minister Nitesh Rane has made several significant and controversial statements regarding the Nashik sex scandal and

Legal Action Against Vijay for Election Code Violation During Chennai Road Show

Chennai, April 16: A case has been filed against Vijay, the president of the Tamilaga Vetrikazhagam (TVK), for allegedly violating election rules

J&K Police Busts Drug Racket In Anantnag, 6 Held With Over 13 Kg Charas

SRINAGAR, Apr 16: A drug racket was busted in Jammu and Kashmirs Anantnag district with the arrest of six peddlers and recovery of over 13 kg of

Studied under streetlights, fought mosquitoes: MP slum girl tops class 12 with 98.8%; says 'my father's eyes screamed: succeed or well sink'

Class 12 results: 18-year-old Chandni Vishwakarma from a Bhopal slum has topped the MP Board Class 12 exams 2026 with an outstanding 98.8%, outpe

An unsurprising judgment

A recent Supreme Court verdict has dashed the hopes of Telangana and Andhra

Who is Meenu Batra? The 53-year-old Indian-origin interpreter detained by ICE after 35 years in the US

Meenu Batra, a 53-year-old Indian-origin legal interpreter, was detained by ICE in Texas while traveling for a legal case. Despite having valid w

Meghwal, Shah Move To Introduce Bills In LS To Tweak Womens Quota Law, Set Up Delimitation Panel

New Delhi, Apr 16: Union ministers Arjun Ram Meghwal and Amit Shah on Thursday moved to introduce three bills in the Lok Sabha to amend the women

Delimitation provisions in Women's Reservation Bill an attack on democracy: Kerala Opposition

Opposition leaders in Kerala, including Congress general secretary K.C. Venugopal, UDF MP N.K. Premachandran and CPI leader Annie Raja, say they

Pat Cummins Passes Fitness Test, Set to Rejoin SRH in IPL 2026

New Delhi, April 16: Major news has emerged for Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in IPL 2026, led by captain Ishan Kishan. Regular captain Pat Cummins h

UDF Faces Internal Debate Over Chief Minister Candidate Ahead of Kerala Election Results

Thiruvananthapuram, April 16: As the results of the Kerala Assembly elections draw near, tensions are rising within the Congress party regarding

Is federalism in retreat under single-party hegemony?

Oppostion to Boycott Election of RS Deputy Chairman: Jairam Ramesh

The government had not had any meaningful consultations on the matter either, the Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Rame

Ram Charans Peddi Set for June Release, Faces Clash with Yash Film

The makers have officially confirmed a slight delay in release, stating that Peddi will now hit theatres in June

Car Crashes into Tree While Avoiding Biker in Farrukhabad, Three Injured

Farrukhabad, April 16: A road accident in Farrukhabad, Uttar Pradesh, turned a familys joyous journey into a painful ordeal. The incident occurre

I Dont Know Anything Else But Singing, Says Mangli Amid Allegations

Mangli said: I request everyone not to believe these allegations without verification. If necessary, please conduct a proper inquiry, but do not

Salmokji: Whispering Water The Korean horror film ruling the box office and the chilling real story behind it

Salmokji: Whispering Water is a Korean horror film experiencing a phenomenal box office run. It has held the top spot for eight days and is neari

Chandrababu Naidu inaugurates 62 rural Anna Canteens in Palnadu; Andhra Pradesh total hits 269

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu inaugurates 62 rural Anna Canteens in Palnadu, taking the States total to 269 and the subsidy

Varadaraja Perumal Temple: A Unique Spiritual Journey in Kanchipuram

New Delhi, April 16: Kanchipuram, one of the worlds oldest cities, is renowned for its rich culture and deep-rooted faith. This Tamil Nadu city b

TMC Files Formal Complaint Against Humayun Kabir with Election Commission

Kolkata, April 16: The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has lodged a formal complaint with the Election Commission against Humayun Kabir, the founder and

Two held in U.P.s Bijnor over 'anti-national' activities, separate cases; foreign links probed

Circle Officer Anjani Kumar Chaturvedi said Sameer was arrested from Najibabad for allegedly maintaining contact with individuals based in Saudi

Chief Minister Promises Uninterrupted Healthcare for Sick Children

Gorakhpur, April 16: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath met with the public during a visit to Gorakhpur on Thursday morning at the Gorakhnath Temple.

Ishan Kishan Finds Inspiration in Anupam Kher During Tough Times

Mumbai, April 16: Anupam Kher has recently completed shooting for his 550th film and is currently busy with his theater show. His day begins with

Obesity Affects Men And Women Differently: Study Reveals Hidden Health Risks, Differences

A new study on obesity reveals that it affects men and women differently. Here are the hidden health risks and differences in how obesity can imp

Delhi University Student Alleges Bias Over 'Sleeveless' Suit, Eyewitnesses Present Different Account

Saarah Sharma, a student of Daulat Ram College, alleged she was not allowed to take the stage during a Women's Youth Parliament event as her trad

'Historic moment' for womens empowerment, says PM Narendra Modi ahead of special session

India begins a special parliamentary session aiming for women's empowerment. Prime Minister Modi calls it a historic step. Opposition leader Rahu

Deeply Honoured to be Appointed TDP National Working President: Nara Lokesh

I am deeply honored to be appointed as the National Working President of TDP, said Lokesh in a post on X late on Wednesday.

Political parties firm on moving education back to State list, retaining two-language formula