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Two govt. land parcels secured by HYDRAA

BJP Reaches Out to Former Meghalaya CM Mukul Sangma Again

Shillong, April 23: A significant development has emerged in Meghalayas political landscape. BJP legislator A.L. Hek announced on Thursday that h

BroaderLeft unity is the way back into the West Bengal Assembly: Dipankar Bhattacharya

The Lefts vote share has declined drastically in West Bengal and it needs a critical mass to get back into the Assembly, says the Communist Party

Two-Shift Tanker Supply Planned As Water Demand Surges in Hyderabad

Officials were told to ensure that tankers were dispatched immediately upon booking, minimising delays for consumers.

Government hospitals expand joint replacement care reducing referrals to private hospitals

Brisk polling witnessed in Virudhunagar district

The day went off peacefully without any untoward incident, says Superintendent of Police N. Shreenatha

Congress, UDF to move High Court against Perambra, Koyilandy returning officers

TTD miffed at two contract priests of Vontimitta temple meeting Jagan in Pulivendula

Deputy Executive Officer serves notice on them seeking their explanation; nothing wrong in the duo meeting their elected representative, argue YS

Cusat to hold inquiry into engineering students death

D. Dhanush, a native of Kumarapuram, Alappuzha, was found dead in his rented house at Kalamassery on April 22, 2026

Five-day Maha Kumbhabhishekam concludes at Gudimallam temple

PM Urged to Stop Documentary on Lawrence Bishnoi

Punjab Cong chief objects to the State being identified with the gangster

Government Ensures Steady Supply of LPG Amid Global Tensions

New Delhi, April 23: Amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East, the central government is closely monitoring the situation and providing timely up

Rupee Breaches 94 Mark Against Dollar, Falls for Fourth Straight Day

Brent above $103, RBI tweaks fail to stem slide; equities decline

Bengal Chief Minister Will Be From BJP: Amit Shah To NDTV At Rally

West Bengal assembly election 2026: We will definitely win this time. We are fighting in seats seen to be difficult to win, Amit Shah said

Veteran politician T.P. Peethambharan turns 99

Pass percentage in third language sees drastic increase

Compared to last time, the number of students failing in the third language also decreased significantly this year

Endowments Director uncovers irregularities at temple in Secunderabad, orders probe

India Welcomes Visa-Free Transit for Travelers at French Airports

New Delhi, April 23: India has welcomed the decision to implement visa-free transit for Indian citizens passing through French airports. This ini

Kerala fireworks tragedy: severed head found as search intensifies

Cadaver dogs aid recovery of body parts; over 300 kg of unexploded explosives collected as probe deepens

Inside a Pet-Safe Cake: Ingredients and Process Explained

A pet-safe dessert is no longer just a novelty product. It sits at the intersection of food science, veterinary awareness, and consumer trust.

SSLC exam-1: Brunda of Chikkamagaluru emerges State topper

Over 250 students attend five-day training programme on entrepreneurship in Puducherry

Shruti joins Ram Charan for a high-energy track

With A. R. Rahman at the helm, a high-voltage dance number is shaping up to be a major crowd-puller

Twist In Odisha Businessman Kidnapping-Murder Case; Niece, Boyfriend Among Nine Arrested

According to police, Nivedita Patra, along with her boyfriend Kalu Pradhan, plotted the abduction with the intention of extorting money. The plan

GHMC to keep drop boxes at electronics showrooms for collection of e-waste

Man seeks police protection from assassins allegedly hired by wife and lover

Nirahua Advocates for Global Recognition of Bhojpuri Cinema

Mumbai, April 23: The Bhojpuri film industry is steadily progressing, transforming from a regional entertainment sector into a multi-million doll

Model booths impress voters across age groups

DCA Flags Irregularities in 75 Medical Shops Selling Weight-Loss Drugs

Officials carried out inspections across multiple districts to check for the presence of spurious or counterfeit batches

Experts deliberate on growing mental health challenges among youth and role of yoga at seminar in Puducherry

Delimitation a lame excuse to stall Womens Reservation Bill, says Somanna

'Modi ji what are you scared of?': Kharge targets PM over Trump's 'hellhole' remark

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his silence on Donald Trump's derogatory remarks about India. K

J&K Set To Spread Red Carpet For International Film Festival This Year

JAMMU, Apr 23: In a significant initiative to promote cinema, culture, and tourism, the Government of Jammu & Kashmir has initiated plans to host

Students-turned-teachers of Victoria College in Palakkad to reunite

Boycott hits polling in two villages in Thoothukudi; Turnout below 25%

People of Pottaloorani village declare a boycott as their demand for closure of fish waste processing units operating near their village, remains

Keralas Kollam braces for heatwave, Collector declares holiday amid orange alert

Authorities warn that the combination of high temperatures and rising humidity can lead to extreme heat conditions, posing serious health risks a

Former Chief Minister, Minister cast votes in Salem

India's strong commitment to multilateralism underscored during meeting with UN chief Guterres

An Indian diplomat met UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres at UN headquarters. They discussed UN reforms and giving the Global South a greater

On Camera, 'Red Liquid' Thrown On Iran's Exiled Prince Reza Pahlavi In Berlin

In the attack which was captured on camera, Iran's exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi was walking on a pavement with his security team when a man w

A quiet weapons crisis is building up within the US military

As America's military stockpiles face a concerning decline, the prolonged ceasefire with Iran gains new importance. The US has exhausted many of

Sakshi Malik Inaugurates SRM-AP National Sports Fest UDGAM 2026

She was joined by guest of honour Satyawart Kadian at the opening ceremony attended by students, faculty members and sports enthusiasts.

Make-or-break moment for Qualcomm? April 29 earnings may reveal whats next for QCOM stock - key signals to watch

Qualcomm (QCOM) earnings expectations April 29: Qualcomm investors await the April 29 earnings report. The company faces a weakening smartphone m

Bangladesh Triumphs Over New Zealand by 55 Runs in Third ODI

Chattogram, April 23: Bangladesh showcased an impressive performance on Thursday, defeating New Zealand by 55 runs in the third ODI match. Played

Vizag police arrest 83, recover property worth 67 lakh recovered in March

Over 1,000 motorists booked for using mobile phones while driving in Malkajgiri

You are FIRED!: US Navy Chief John Phelan steps down in sudden War Dept shakeup amid Iran tensions

Cognizant joins OpenAI partner group to scale Codex for enterprise clients

Cognizant is now a global partner of OpenAI. The company will use OpenAI's Codex technology to build software for its clients. This integration w

LIVE | Commerce Secy Lutnick gets into heated clash with lawmakers over Trump's 2027 budget request

Man held for driving under influence of ganja in Hyderabads Meerpet

Trump claims infighting between 'hardliners and moderates' in Iran

US President Donald Trump on Thursday claimed that there is internal division within Iran's leadership, alleging infighting between hardliners an

Kerala on the brink of heatwave, Chief Minister calls for self-lockdown

IMD Director says though heatwave has not been technically declared, the hot and humid conditions are at times comparable to heatwave. Intense he

Vlasic endorses IOCs new gene screening regulation for womens events

Tragic Road Accident in Lakhimpur Kheri Claims Five Lives, Financial Aid Announced by CM Yogi

Lucknow, April 23: A tragic road accident in Lakhimpur Kheri, Uttar Pradesh, has resulted in the deaths of five individuals. Chief Minister Yogi

Vizag Police Recover Stolen Property Worth Rs1.13 crore

Police said that in the past two years, a total of 9,899 stolen and lost mobile phones worth Rs 14.84 crore had been recovered in the city

Migrant workers face travel chaos in Bengaluru amid polls in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu

The rush resulted in many passengers missing scheduled trains and buses, while others were forced to pay exorbitant fares or devise last-minute t

Andhra Pradesh to unify skill departments under single commissionerate

Secretary says One District One Skill vision will align training with local economic potential; APSSDC targets 20 lakh jobs through stronger pla

India invites German firms for defence co-development, emphasises trusted partnerships amid global uncertainty

Rajnath Singh positions India as an attractive partner, citing its expanding market, skilled workforce, stable policy environment, and commitment

Andhra Pradesh offers vast scope in AI, robotics, automation, and electric mobility, says Industries Minister T.G. Bharat

In Germany, the Minister explores potential for industrial partnerships and technological collaboration

Assam Polls: Congress forms seven teams to monitor strong rooms ahead of May 4 vote count

The Assam Pradesh Congress Committee is taking proactive steps for the upcoming vote counting on May 4. Seven special teams have been formed to v

Constable faces inquiry after video shows assault on hotel worker in Tolichowki

Attacked For Third Time: Bengal BJP MLA Agnimitra Paul Who Wore Helmet On Polling Day

We were just about to leave the place when suddenly a big boulder came and hit the car at the back. It is an Innova, and the entire glass at the

Free Rooftop Solar Units Launched for 4,200 SC, ST Households in Puthalapattu

The programme was inaugurated at Anakamabattu Harijanawada under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana.

Arunachal to turn Subansiri Lower Pondage into a mountain-cum-river immersive tourism hub

Arunachal Pradesh is set to transform the Subansiri Lower Pondage into a premier tourism destination. This ambitious project will integrate eco-t

Getting White Pimples On Your Nose? Here's Why Summer Heat Makes Whiteheads More Frequent

The nose has a higher concentration of oil glands, making it a hotspot for acne. This is why conditions like acne often appear prominently in thi

Womens reservation: Mahila Congress takes out march to Lok Bhavan

Jebi Mather, MP, alleges that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is deceiving women in the name of womens reservation

Complaint filed over alleged misuse of official insignia by retired DGP

Complainant says Tomin Thachankary appeared at the Court of the Vigilance Court on the Kottayam Collectorate premises in a vehicle bearing a thre

400 exhibitors for INCOMEX-2026 in Hubballi from tomorrow

Mega industry, commerce expo being organised by KCCI in association withUnion Ministry of Industry and Commerce is on till April 29

Southern districts witness steady, largely peaceful polling

Out of the 922 votes in Perumpathu polling station in Tirunelveli district, only about 10 voters had turned up till 3 p.m. The voters had been de

Kerala Sasthra Sahithya Parishath demands ban on fireworks displays using gun powder

It said that possibilities of using alternative methods to create a visual spectacle using modern science and technology can be explored

UoH Student Bags Fulbright-Nehru Doctoral Research Fellowship for 202627 for Work on Foxtail Millet

The goal is to identify genes that can improve yield in a crop where grain size limits output.

All India Major Ports Bodybuilding Meet Begins in Vizag

The inaugural ceremony featured a march past by the teams

The optics deficit: Will missing Stalin-Rahul brotherhood hurt alliance in Tamil Nadu?

The absence of joint rallies between Rahul Gandhi and alliance partners like MK Stalin in Tamil Nadu raises concerns about Congress's coalition s

Trump Reposts 'India Hellhole' Post: Claims vs data

Convention to mark 50 years of public life of BSY to be held on May 9

Health department issues public alert on snake-proofing houses

Keeping houses and surrounding clean and free of clutter and waste and overgrowth of plants and shrubs are the first step to prevent snake invasi

Go Back to Classrooms and Take a Direct Role in Teaching: Telagana Governor Tells V-Cs

Discussions moved to coordination with the government on funding, curriculum and national programmes such as Skill India, Start-up India and Digi

World Bank team lauds progress of RAMP scheme in Andhra Pradesh

Andhra Pradesh has been a frontrunner in implementing the initiatives under the scheme effectively, it observes

IPL 2026: MI opts to bowl against CSK

Rohit, Dhoni still unavailable

What a Paramount-Warner combo would spell for Hollywood

In a bold strategic maneuver, Paramount is on the verge of finalizing an $81 billion deal to purchase Warner Bros. Discovery. This monumental mer

Minister Nand Gopal Gupta Nandi Criticizes Opposition Over Womens Reservation Bill

Mirzapur, April 23: Minister Nand Gopal Gupta Nandi has targeted the opposition regarding the Womens Reservation Bill. He stated that the issue-l

Has Donald Trump administration made Marijuana legal for medical or recreational use in U.S.? Shares of cannabis firms jump big in U.S. Stock Market

Cannabis decision by the Federal Government Iargely legitimizes medical marijuana programs in the 40 states that have adopted them.

Quote of the Day by Mikhail Gorbachev: A society should never become like a pond with stagnant...Inspiring quotes by one of the most influential political figures who sought to usher in an era of openness

Quote of the Day: Mikhail Gorbachev, the former Soviet leader, warned that societies must keep moving forward. He believed stagnation was the gre

Karnataka tobacco crop slashed to 56 million kg for 202627

MP HC: Husbands Acquittal in Cruelty Case Doesnt Disentitle Wife of Maintenance Claim

The law prioritised survival and dignity over technical defenses, the court observed.

Nepal President Paudel suspends Parliament session of both houses without convening

Nepal's President Ramchandra Paudel has suspended the Federal Parliament session. This decision came without the houses even convening. The Presi

Nagaland Board Results 2026 OUT: 85.46% Pass Class 12 (HSSLC), 72.07% Clear Class 10 (HSLC) Exams

Nagaland Board announced Class 10 and 12 results with pass percentages of 72.07 and 85.46 respectively for 2026 exams.

Kalyana Karnataka makes significant strides to break out of bottom ranks

Signalling a broader shift in learning outcomes, the region records an overall pass percentage of 91.6% this year

Samastha urges Kerala govt. to rework coaching hours for academically weak students

Karnatakas new excise regime calibrates taxes to social cost of alcohol

Social cost that has been calculated to be around 1,270 per litre of alcohol in beverage in 2024-2025 and is estimated to around 2,000 by 2028-20

Hackers Steal $2.5 Million From Sri Lanka Government, Highest In Its History

The money was destined as debt repayment to Australia, finance ministry secretary Harshana Suriyapperuma said.