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Release Retirement Benefits To Ex Staffer Of Court: Telangana HC
The petitioner, who superannuated six months ago, has not yet received his retirement benefits amounting to approximately 90 lakh, including General Provident Fund (GPF) and other dues.
GHMC Rolls Out Summer Heatwave Plan
Heatwave warnings based on IMD data are now displayed on digital boards at major traffic junctions, alongside multimedia campaigns on official social media platforms.
'Greater Indian role in global conflicts possible': Rajnath warns neighbours on Pahalgam anniversary
The district collector said that four multi-specialty hospitals are currently operational in the district to provide medical treatment to animals.
Didi: Will Restore Valid Voters' Names, Earlier Axed In SIR
Hours after the release of the appellate tribunals first supplementary list of the voters in the morning, Ms Banerjee told a poll campaign rally at Amdanga in North 24 Parganas, Those who will cast your votes tomorrow, please check the supplementary list.
Tesla stock surges 5% after Q1 earnings beat, but weak sales and rising competition raise concerns
Tesla stock went up after strong earnings in Q1 2026. The company made better profit than expected, which helped boost investor confidence. But sales growth is still slow and competition is rising. Tesla is also planning big spending on AI and robotaxis. These factors make investors both hopeful and worried about Tesla stocks future performance and growth.
Residential filmmaking internship for youths
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, April 22: A three-month residential filmmaking internship for the states youth under the Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance (RAMP) programme was launched by the Commerce and Industries department. The initiative, which began on Wednesday, is being held in collaboration with the Prag Film and Television Institute (PFTI) in Guwahati. A total []
Riteish Supports Government Move Making Marathi Must For Cab Drivers
According to officials, Riteish and Genelia will serve as brand ambassadors for the next five years and will participate in its campaigns about road safety, passenger awareness and social messages.
Centre urged to compensate landowners for property beyond border fencing
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, April 22: The state government has approached the Centre seeking compensation for landowners affected by fencing along the India-Bangladesh border, arguing that financial redress should extend to land rendered inaccessible behind the wire. Deputy Chief Minister in-charge Home (Police) Prestone Tynsong on Wednesday stated that the concerns raised by border residents []
'Bodol noy, bodla chai': Didi flips 2011 election slogan
Plans afoot for new Meghalaya House in Vellore
From Our Correspondent NONGPOH, April 22: The state government has initiated plans to construct a new Meghalaya House in Vellore, Tamil Nadu, to ease accommodation difficulties faced by people from the state, particularly those travelling for medical treatment, as the condition of the existing Meghalaya House has deteriorated beyond repair. General Administration Department Minister Sosthenes []
Maharashtra Cabinet Clears CBG Policy 2026 To Turn Waste Into Energy
According to the Urban Development Department, nearly 50 per cent of Maharashtra is urbanised. The state generates about 24,500 tonnes of municipal solid waste daily, of which 5060 per cent is biodegradable.
Govt defends new pension scheme for deficit teachers
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, April 22: Education Minister Lahkmen Rymbui on Wednesday defended the newly notified pension scheme for employees of deficit grant-in-aid schools and colleges, asserting that the framework is legally sound and designed to resolve long-pending legacy issues. The Meghalaya Non-Government Schools and Colleges Employees Centralised Fund Scheme has been cleared by the []
New snake species discovered in GH
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, April 22: A new species of snake, Calamaria garoensis, has been discovered in the Garo Hills of Meghalaya, highlighting the regions rich biodiversity and ecological significance. The study was conducted by a collaborative team from several institutions, including Help Earth, Cotton University, Assam Don Bosco University, Mizoram University, the Zoological Survey []
Meghalaya tightens border security to curb infiltration
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, April 22: The state government has intensified security along the Indo-Bangladesh border, deploying additional forces and enhancing vigilance in vulnerable areas to prevent infiltration. Deputy Chief Minister in-charge Home (Police) Prestone Tynsong on Wednesday said the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has issued stringent instructions to border guarding forces and state []
NCW calls for setting up a national registry for tracking acid attack cases
NEC marks significant funding year
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, April 22: The North Eastern Council (NEC) has recorded a significant achievement in the financial year 2025-26, with a total expenditure of Rs 1,496.78 crore, reflecting accelerated development across the Northeast region. According to an official press release, the expenditure includes Rs 792.12 crore under SoNEC (Schemes of NEC) and Rs []
The Pitt Season 2 review: Sanctimonious heroics nearly derail a clinically sharp second shift
Though still the most convincing portrait of modern emergency care on TV, the blunt-force routines in crisis on the second season of The Pitt come with an overprescribed dose of bloated self-importance
Delhi CM directs strict enforcement of No PUC, No fuel rule
Ms. Gupta said the government is committed to ensuring a clean, healthy environment and improving Delhis air quality through sustained and comprehensive measures
Violations Found In Food Processing Unit, Sealed
During the inspection, around 1,000 kg of raw onions and 70 kg of fried onions were destroyed.
Buddha relics to go public for the first time in India
Baramati, Rahuri all set to conduct byelections on April 23
The Baramati bypoll holds significance, as these will be the first elections since the death of the eight-time MLA from the constituency, Ajit Pawar
Telangana Team Explores Finland School Model
The delegation visited a government school in Helsinki on April 22 as part of a five-day teacher exposure and educational exchange programme from April 20 to 24.
India wont bow to any form of terrorism: PM
On Pahalgam attack anniversary, leaders pay tributes to victims New Delhi: As India observed the first anniversary of the Pahalgam terror attack on Wednesday, President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union ministers along with leaders of various parties paid homage to the victims, asserting that the country will never bow to any form of []
Tamil Nadu election 2026: Leemarose trying her luck in DMKs pocketborough Lalgudi constituency
In the 12 Assembly elections held since 1971, the DMK won the seat eight times; the constituency is blessed with rich groundwater resource making it one of the most fertile regions in Cauvery delta
Govt plans to modernise, expand library ecosystem
Policy focuses on boosting reading habit Panaji: The state cabinet on Wednesday approved the Goa State Library Policy 202434, setting in motion an ambitious plan to modernise and expand the states library ecosystem over the next decade, with a strong focus on digital access, rural outreach and promotion of reading culture. The policy has been []
Hate speech case: Gautam Khattars brother arrested
Madhav prepared text; made co-accused Panaji : The crime branch of the Goa Police probing the case of objectionable and inflammatory remarks made against St Francis Xavier has arrested Madhav Khattar, brother of the main accused Gautam Khattar, in Haridwar, Uttarakhand, on Wednesday. Police investigation revealed that Madhav had recorded and broadcasted the speech of []
11,878 helmetless driving cases recorded during 3-month drive
Amresh Parab Panaji : A three-month-long special drive against certain traffic violations conducted by the Goa traffic police has once again brought to fore the frequent traffic violation pertaining to rampant helmetless two-wheeler riding. The police said that 17,655 traffic violations were booked during the period from January to March 2026, in which over 67 []
Karimnagar Police Launches Drive Against Unlicensed Moped Riders
The initiative, at the behest of city police commissioner Goush Alam, follows a worrying trend of moped users, mostly farmers and small traders, increasingly becoming victims of fatal accidents due to a lack of safety awareness and proper licensing system.
Show us the deals: Warren hammers RFK Jr over 100% tariffs free Big pharma deals for TrumpRx
Darrell Sheets dead at 67: Storage Wars stars net worth, life and shocking death explained
Darrell Sheets, a popular face from Storage Wars, became famous for his bold storage locker deals and big discoveries. He built a strong career and earned good money from the show. His sudden death at 67 has shocked fans. People are now searching about his life, career, net worth, and what really happened to him in his final days.
Ponguleti Dares Opposition To Show Any Welfare Scheme Dropped By Congress Govt
Allegations by the BRS in this respect are baseless, the minister said while distributing the Kalyana Lakshmi and Shaadi Mubarak cheques to 27 beneficiaries at Khammam.
Thats an absurd statement: Sanders loses cool at RFK Jr. over his remark on prescription drugs
West Bengal Assembly Elections: 152 assembly seats go to polls on April 23 in first phase
Massive central forces deployment, AIsurveillanceand political sparring mark eve of high-stakes first phase
JNTUH VC Named AICTE South Central Chairman
Reddy brings prior experience within AICTE, having served as adviser for research and institutional development at its New Delhi office.
Probe sought into unfinished book on ChattambiSwamikal
Why are oil prices up today, and will US WTI, Brent crude futures continue to rise or fall again? Oil prices rose after a drop in US fuel stocks and new tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. Reports of ship attacks and supply changes from Russia also supported the market. Analysts say supply risks, fuel demand, and geopolitical events will decide the next move. Investors are watching inventory data, sanctions policy, and shipping routes.
Persian deadlock: on the U.S. and the war on Iran
Donald Trump should lift the blockade for Iran to keep the Strait open
Treat citizens as god, PM to civil servants
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has written letters to over a crore civil servants telling them that the principle of Nagrikdevo Bhava (citizen is god) must be at the heart of every decision and the government must serve the people to the best of its abilities. The Prime Minister also conveyed to the civil []
India denies cash, crypto to Iran for Hormuz passage
New Delhi: India on Wednesday denied making any payments either in cash or cryptocurrency to Iran to secure safe passage for its vessels through the Strait of Hormuz amid heightened tensions in the region. The clarification came after two Indian vessels had to turn back from the Strait of Hormuz after Iranian forces []
Ex-househelp rapes, kills Delhi IRS officers daughter
New Delhi: A 22-year-old IIT graduate and daughter of a senior Indian Revenue Service (IRS) officer was allegedly raped and murdered at her residence by their former househelp in southeast Delhis upscale Kailash Hills locality on Wednesday morning, hours after he sexually assaulted another woman in Rajasthans Alwar. Rahul Meena, the 19-year-old domestic help, who []
Government notifies online gaming rules
New Delhi: The government on Wednesday notified the long-awaited rules to operationalise the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, paving the way for the sectors digital-first regulator, online gaming authority, and setting out a regulation-light framework that would not require mandatory registration or prior determination/classification for most online social games. The rules come into []
Common concerns: on India-South Korea ties
India and South Korea can coordinate on weathering geopolitical storms
Indias post-LWE future, from red sun to new dawn
Governance in Left Wing Extremism (LWE)-affected regions must evolve into inclusive transformation built on state legitimacy and trust
Jadejas all-round effort, Archers bowling brilliance hand them 40-run win Lucknow: Rajasthan Royals rode on an all-round effort from Ravindra Jadeja and a disciplined bowling display to hand Lucknow Super Giants a 40-run defeat in an IPL match here on Wednesday. Chasing a modest target of 160, LSG faltered badly and were bowled out for []
MI clash with CSK as Rohit, Dhoni likely to return Mumbai: Five-time champions Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings will look to regain consistency when they meet in a key IPL clash at the Wankhede Stadium on Thursday. Both teams are on four points, with MI seventh (0.067 net run rate) and CSK eighth (-0.780), []
Quote of the day by Audrey Hepburn: Her words offer strength when life is tough. Her belief in happiness as true beauty and the promise of tomorrow inspires many. Hepburn's message encourages optimism and faith, reminding people of the possibility of miracles and the importance of helping others.
158 Homeless Rehabilitated in GHMC, CMC Drive
Shelter, care provided under Praja Palana initiative across city zones
Beyond trade deals to building a new architecture
India must move from managing relationships with major powers to building partnerships with equals
Defence Scientists Stress Importance Of Detecting Hostile Drones
Electronics and communication systems director general B.K. Das said counter drone technologies are now central to national security
Two Inspectors Forced To Take VR After Busting of Honey Trap Gang in Anantapur
Victims blackmailed via social media; police hunt more accused
A Catch-22 situation in Karnataka
Both the Muslim community and the Congress are caught in the same dilemma
Parties look at women through patriarchal lens in manifestos, experts say
What is Donnyland, and where is it? Size and location explained
What is Donnyland, and where is it? Ukrainian negotiators explored naming a part of the Donbas region Donnyland to influence US support during Russia war talks. The idea appeared in discussions but never became policy. Talks included free economic zone plans, governance questions, and stalled negotiations between Ukraine, Russia, and the United States. This explainer covers the proposal, the Monaco model, the Donbas conflict, and ongoing diplomacy.
ED case files in poll-bound West Bengal
The Enforcement Directorate is actively investigating several money laundering cases across West Bengal. These probes target alleged corruption, chit fund scams, and recruitment irregularities. The agency claims to have uncovered the involvement of senior ministers, MLAs, and state officials. Investigations are ongoing into cases related to political consultancy firms, teacher recruitment, coal smuggling, and municipality jobs.
The importance of cultural continuity
Indias former royal families no longer exercise sovereign political authority in the way they once did, though many remain socially and, in some cases, politically influential
AAP to skip MCD mayoral polls for second straight year
Traffic snarls on GST Road as residents travel to vote
DoE issues guidelines for schools to beat the heat
Judge recuses from hearing contempt plea against Kejriwal
Justice V. Lakshminarayanan quashes planning permission granted by Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority to RUIA Developers LLP
Meta is using a new tool to track employee activity like typing, clicks, and screen actions to train its AI systems. The company wants AI to learn real work tasks and improve automation. While Meta says there are safety steps, many workers feel uncomfortable and fear job loss as the company increases AI use and investment.
Programme held for children with developmental needs
AP HC Serves Notices to AP, NMC on PG Doctors Working Hours
A division bench headed by Chief Justice Dhiraj Singh Thakur and Justice Challa Gunaranjan held a hearing on a PIL (public interest litigation) filed by Dr. Ala Venkateswarlu on Wednesday.
Godrej charts out new growth plan; eyes Rs 5 lakh crore market capitalisation by 2031
Godrej Industries Group aims for a 5 lakh crore market capitalization by 2031. The group plans to grow from three to five listed companies. Godrej Capital and its chemicals business are potential listing candidates. The strategy focuses on existing businesses for value creation. Over 15% annual sales growth and more than 20% earnings growth are targeted.
Verdict Doesn't Mean a Clean Chit to Anyone: Uttam
The minister also said todays judgment does not preclude the CBI from taking up an investigation into matters related to the Kaleshwaram project and Medigadda barrage, as already sought by the Telangana government.
Water Crisis Looms Over Karimnagar
LMD levels plunge, urgent call for Mid-Manair release
Trump media company replaces ex-congressman Nunes as CEO after stock plunge that wiped out billions
Devin Nunes, a former California congressmen in Donald Trump's first term, is being replaced temporarily by digital media executive Kevin McGurn as chief executive officer. The company, Trump Media & Technology, didn't give a reason for Nunes leaving or provide a timeline for his permanent replacement.
Fuel Supplies Steady Across State, Rumours Scoffed At
A statelevel coordinator for oil marketing companies said availability of petrol, diesel and liquefied petroleum gas was sufficient to meet current demand. He added that companies were closely monitoring the supply situation and taking steps to streamline logistics and expedite deliveries.
Minister Hands Over Cheques Worth Rs 5 Lakh Each to Kin of Deceased Gig Workers
Financial assistance of 5 lakh each was provided through the Chief Ministers Relief Fund (CMRF).
Clearing Corporation of India Ltd eyes AI-led, resilient market infra growth
Future financial markets require enhanced agility, intelligence, and integration. CCIL Chairman Rajeshwar Rao highlighted the need to manage cyber threats and supply chain disruptions. Emerging technologies like AI and machine learning will boost efficiency and resilience. CCIL aims to create a unified workspace for trading and risk management. Expansion into new services and global reach are key objectives.
Samrat Choudhary approves funds for 75 ITI in first Cabinet meeting as Bihar CM
75 ITI institutions in the state will be developed as state-of-the-art skill training centres; students will be taught modern, in-demand courses such as AI, semiconductors, sales and retail
Naidu Takes Serious Note of Varma-Dorababu Clashes in Pithapuram
N. Chandrababu Naidu seeks a report on the dispute
ED Conducts Searches at Two Locations in Andhra Pradesh
Searches were carried out at nine locations in Maharashtra, two in Delhi and two in Andhra Pradesh, covering premises of alleged beneficiaries, key operators, bullion traders and cooperative credit societies suspected of routing funds abroad. Officials said incriminating documents and digital devices were seized during the operations.
Vizag Activists Back Workers in Noida, Demand Withdrawal of False Cases Against Them
The meeting demanded withdrawal of cases against activists, their immediate release and a judicial inquiry into the police action.
Library Cess Arrears of 2,440 Crore Hit Library Services in Vizag District
This has affected the services offered by the Jilla Grandhalaya Samstha with regard to the libraries that it runs.
Amid West Asia crisis, Centre says 'no toll paid by India to Iran for crossing Strait of Hormuz'
India's government has confirmed that Indian ships have not paid any tolls to Iran or other groups for passage through the Strait of Hormuz. This statement addresses claims about the captain of the Sanmar Herald making a payment. The captain reportedly fell victim to cyber criminals after an alleged transaction for passage rights.
Telangana Tourism Gains National Spotlight in Niti Report
Tourism minister Jupally Krishna Rao termed the recognition a proud moment, stating that the report reflects the states growing appeal as a well-rounded destination for domestic and international travellers.
Mahanadi tribunal gives last opportunity to Odisha, Chhattisgarh to settle river water dispute
The MWDT observed that no concrete proposal for settlement on any of the disputed issues was placed on record by two States
TTD Plans Expansion of Accommodation, Service Overhaul
Officials were also asked to institutionalise feedback collection from pilgrims and introduce QR code-based systems across TTD temples.
State capex hits 2.7% of GDP under SASCI scheme: Report
The SASCI scheme has boosted state capital spending to 2.7% of GDP. However, utilization of central loans for capital expenditure is uneven across states. Some states like Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra show strong uptake, while others like Kerala and Telangana lag. This divergence is attributed to fiscal constraints and structural differences.
Woman who set male friend on fire in police custody in Bengaluru
A day after a man was burnt alive, the Byadarahlli police have taken Prema, 27, his female friend, into three days custody to ascertain the exact motive behind the murder
1,000 kg onions destroyed, 480 kg cooking oil seized in Kukatpally
Panel set up to probe death at Bengalurus Victoria Hospital following negligence allegation
A probe has been ordered at the State-run Victoria Hospital following allegations by a patients family that medical negligence led to his death
Tamil Nadu has in the past witnessed two elections in which Independent candidates secured the backing of a mainstream political party with strikingly different results. The two instances were separated by nearly 25 years
Live bullets found in railway hospital
Indian Air Force tests expressway runway capability during wartime preparedness drill
The NIA had filed a comprehensive chargesheet against six people and two terrorist organisations, Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba and its shadow outfit TRF, in connection with the terror attack
