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CM Omar Abdullah Meets Delegations, Assures Time-Bound Redressal Of Public Issues

JAMMU, Apr 17: Several legislators, delegations and individuals today called on Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, raising several issues concerning t

Srinagar Tulip Garden Sees Over 50% Decline In Visitors This Year

SRINAGAR, Apr 17: The Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden, Asias largest and a major tourist attraction here, witnessed a sharp decline in footfa

Rupee rises 29 paise to settle at 92.85 against U.S. dollar

Renewed buying in domestic equity markets and fresh inflow of foreign funds also supported the local currency, forex traders said

Myanmar's Suu Kyi sentence reduced under mass amnesty: source

Suu Kyi is currently serving a 27-year sentence

Traffic diversions in Coimbatore on April 18 over PM Modis campaign visit

PM Modi And Myself Dont Have Wife Issue: Rahul Gandhi

NEW DELHI, Apr 17: In a friendly banter, Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Friday said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and he didnt have the

Govt. wants to change Indias electoral map, Opposition will defeat the Bill, says Rahul

Rahul Gandhi says Constitution Amendment Bill is nothing short of an anti-national act and said the Opposition is going to defeat the attempt to

Telangana Aims to Emerge as Strategic Aerospace Hub: Sridhar Babu

Sridhar Babu said noted that while the sector was once dominated by the United States, Russia and Europe, India was now playing an increasingly i

Tariff Refund System explained: What it means for consumers as US begins $166 billion payback and who is eligible

The launch of the Tariff refund system represents a significant administrative and legal milestone. It resolves a contentious policy chapter whil

Sri Lanka Sent Home 238 Iranian Sailors, Including Survivors of a US Torpedo Attack

Defense Ministry spokesman Brig. Franklin Joseph said Friday that everyone except for a few crew members from the second ship had been repatriate

Cyberabad EOW Arrests Main Accused in Multi-Crore Investment Fraud

Ramavath Madhu is also named as one of the accused in a separate Rs 10 Crore fraud case where popular singer Mangli is allegedly involved along w

Manipur CM Yumnam seeks to remove Kuki-Naga trust deficit

Yumnam Khemchand Singh insists that dialogue is the only option for the restoration of peace in ethnic conflict-scarred Manipur

Quote of the Day by William Butler Yeats: 'Do not wait to strike till the iron is hot; but make it...' Life lessons from one of the greatest Irish poets

William Butler Yeats, known for works like The Second Coming and Easter, gives a useful life lesson to people who are trying to build something i

Sri Lanka's Energy Minister resigns on coal import issue days after surviving no trust motion

Along with Mr. Jayakody, Ministry's Secretary Udayanga Hemapala too resigned from the post, President Anura Kumara Dissanayakes office said

Delimitation row: BJP vs Congress over Revanth Reddys hybrid model

The model, put forward by Revanth Reddy, seeks to balance population-based representation with economic performance indicators such as Gross Stat

Turpu Kapu community leaders in Srikakulam unhappy over TDP party posts distribution

Srikakulam Turpu Kapu leaders express displeasure over TDP ignoring the community in key party posts ahead of local body polls

Shashi Tharoor Slams Delimitation as 'Political Demonetisation'

Women's reservation, he said, is ready for harvest and can and should be implemented immediately based on existing parliamentary strength.

6 no-cook breakfast recipes for busy mornings

Stop rushing and start eating with these six simple, no-cook breakfast stories. From creamy overnight oats to instant yogurt bowls and energy-pac

Year after brutal attack, Pahalgam strongly emerges out of shadow of terror

Pahalgam's meadows are once again vibrant with tourists, a year after a tragic terrorist attack. Visitors from across India are praising the enha

Tamil Nadu election 2026: Residents associations flag ground-level problems in Chennai as poll battle intensifies

They want the govt. to hold regular meetings to resolve issues such as poor waste management, faulty road re-laying methods, traffic violations,

Opposition Leaders Criticize BJP Government Over Womens Reservation Bill

New Delhi, April 17: Opposition leaders gathered for a special session regarding the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, expressing their views and tar

Major Gang Busted for Transformer Oil and Copper Theft in Hardoi

Hardoi, April 17: A significant gang involved in stealing oil and copper from transformers has been dismantled by the police in Hardoi, Uttar Pra

Congress Leader Hussain Dalwai Supports Womens Reservation but Opposes Redistricting

Mumbai, April 17: Congress leader Hussain Dalwai has expressed support for the Womens Reservation Bill. However, he opposes the governments propo

Bomb threat call to Uppal Metro Station turns out to be hoax

Government Panel Recommends Removing Excise Duty on CNG to Promote Affordable Fuel Options

New Delhi, April 17: A high-level government committee, supported by the Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB), has recommended the

Melbourne Police Issue Warning After Arson and Shooting Incidents

Melbourne, April 17: The police in Melbourne, Australia, have issued a warning to the public following a series of arson attacks and a drive-by s

Tamil Nadu election: Biryani caterers work around fuel shortages, inflation for Tiruchis political meetings

TDP MP Devarayalu backs Womens Reservation and Delimitation Bills in Lok Sabha debate

TDP MP Lavu Sri Krishna Devarayalu supports Womens Reservation and Delimitation Bills in Lok Sabha, says APs share may rise to 4.6%

Global Welcome for Israel-Lebanon Ceasefire as Gulf Nations Urge Compliance

New Delhi, April 17: A ten-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon has been announced, bringing joy and celebrations among the Lebanese people.

Nitish Kumar Allocated Type-8 Bungalow in Lutyens Delhi with Enhanced Security

New Delhi, April 17: Former Chief Minister of Bihar and current Rajya Sabha MP, Nitish Kumar, has been assigned a new government residence in New

Mamata Banerjee Misleading People on Meat Ban, Claims Himanta Biswa Sarma

Kolkata, April 17: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma made significant remarks regarding West Bengals political landscape. He targeted Chie

Trekking Without Nature Guide Won't Be Allowed In Karnataka

Karnataka forest minister Eshwar Khandre releases SOP stating no permission to trekkers without a certified nature guide equipped with GPS-enable

India welcomes Israel-Lebanon ceasefire

The truce comes as Washington steps up efforts to reach a deal to end the war with Iran, with Tehran insisting a Lebanon truce must be part of an

Every Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 Phone Launched So Far: Complete List

Mumbai, April 17: The Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 is a high-performance mobile processor that delivers flagship-level performance at a competitive price.

Govt taking away their power vs Why not in 60 years: RahulRijiju clash over OBCs during womens quotadelimitation debate

Amazon Launches Fire TV Stick HD (2nd Gen) with Enhanced Performance and Exclusive Anime Hub

Mumbai, April 17: Amazon has unveiled the Fire TV Stick HD (2nd Gen), an upgraded version of its entry-level streaming device. This new model aim

Honor Set to Unveil New MagicBook X Series and Gaming Laptops on April 23

Mumbai, April 17: Honor is gearing up for a significant product launch on April 23, 2026, where it will showcase a variety of new laptops, gaming

Bihars Deputy CM Promises Industrial Growth and Job Creation

Patna, April 17: Bihars Deputy Chief Minister, Bijendra Prasad Yadav, discussed the new governments priorities in an interview with a news agency

Womens Reservation Bill to Be Based on Population: Nishikant Dubey

New Delhi, April 17: The special session called to discuss the Womens Reservation Bill has prompted reactions from ruling party MPs and ministers

From confused student to Google: VIT techie shares how no-plan approach landed him job in tech giant

Lakshya Kapur, an engineer from Vellore Institute of Technology, found his path to Google by embracing uncertainty. He felt lost during college b

Time To Give Half Of Countrys Population Its Rights: PM Modi To LS Members On Womens Quota Bill

NEW DELHI, Apr 17: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday appealed to all Lok Sabha members to vote in favour of the womens reservation bill and

Panchshil Realty Achieves Multiple ISO Certifications Across 12 Office Parks Spanning ~16.6 million Sq. Ft.

Indias current account deficit may rise to 2% of GDP in FY27 if oil stays at $8287: CRISIL

Rising oil prices could push India's current account deficit to a concerning two percent of GDP, as highlighted by a Crisil report. This predicti

'Leader of my party is not here': Raghav Chadha takes veiled dig at Aam Aadmi Party in Rajya Sabha

Clearly Blue Digital Marks a Decade of Storytelling with a Summit on AI and the Future of Marketing

What dating after 50 in India really looks like today

New surveys and real stories reveal a shift toward companionship, discretion and low-drama relationships among older singles

Two arrested in Kerala over sharing eaterys Vishu poster depicting Lord Krishna before non-veg dish

According to FIR, the accused shared the poster on WhatsApp to allegedly hurt religious sentiments of Hindu community

Zoya Unveils Its Second Boutique in Bengaluru at The Leela Palace

Celebrating craft and meaning at Its 4th boutique in South India and 13th in India.

NoBrokerHood: The Millennial Operating System for Community Living

How platforms like NoBrokerHood are built around the behaviors of the urban, app-first resident

RBI Withdraws Rs 2 Lakh Cr Liquidity Via 7-day VRRR Auction

The central bank had received higher bids worth Rs 2,28,098 crore than the notified amount of Rs 2 lakh crore in the auction.

Emergys FoundrySmart recognized as an SAP-qualified partner-packaged solution, reinforcing industry focus in metal casting and mining

Melbourne Police Issue Warning Following Arson and Shooting Incidents

Melbourne, April 17: The police in Melbourne, Australia, issued a warning on Friday urging residents to remain vigilant following a series of ars

Column by Devdutt Pattanaik | Narada: the original provocateur

Hindu mythologys impish sage has been recast through the centuries, but never loses his identity

Sri Venkateswara Zoo receives donation for animal adoption

Develop real-time dashboard to map and monitor EV charging infrastructure: Telangana CS

Energy Department in the process of framing a policy to mandate the installation of EV charging points in the basements of apartment complexes

PMs gift to women wrapped in barbed wire; delimitation will be political demonetisation: Tharoor

New Delhi, Apr 17: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has wrapped the gift of justice to nari shakti in barbed wire by linking the implementation of wo

Two Arrested Over Vishu Poster of Eatery Depicting Lord Krishna Sitting Before Mandi

An officer of Cherthala police station said that the two accused were booked for the offence under section 192 (wantonly giving provocation with

'Can't be condemned enough': Rajnath Singh slams Rahul Gandhi over 'magician' jibe at PM Modi

BJP MP Shashank Mani Urges Support for Womens Reservation Bill Amidst Political Tensions

New Delhi, April 17: BJP MP Shashank Mani spoke to a news agency about the Womens Reservation Bill, stating that discussions today will clarify a

BJP using womens quota bill as front to pass Delimitation Bill that will break India: Mamata

Cooch Behar (WB), Apr 17: Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday alleged the BJP-led NDA government at the Centre was using the proposed amendm

Hiding Like Absconder: BJP Slams Pawan Khera after SC Ruling

The ruling party asserted that the Supreme Court's order has exposed a aseless and politically-motivated campaign run by Khera

China says its military activities around Taiwan are 'reasonable, justified'

Beijing stands firm on the legitimacy of its military maneuvers around Taiwan, asserting that these drills are both reasonable and warranted. The

Govt Wants To Change Indias Electoral Map, Its Nothing Short Of Anti-National Act: Rahul

New Delhi, Apr 17: Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Friday said the constitution amendment bill has nothing to do with womens reservation but

Div Com Kashmir Reviews Progress Of 60 MLD Noorbagh STP, Other Key Projects

SRINAGAR, Apr 17: Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg, today conducted a comprehensive review of the progress on the 60 MLD Sewage Treat

Anbumani slams T.N. CM Stalin over false fear on delimitation

Dr. Anbumani welcomed assurances given by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah that Tamil Nadus Lok Sabha constituencies will

How 'politics and apathy' derailed war-ravaged Afghanistan's anti-doping efforts

Afghanistan's anti-doping efforts have collapsed since the Taliban's return. No tests were conducted for three years. Last year, only four tests

'Converted to Islam, then returned to Sanatan': Chahatt Khanna reveals details of her conversion during marriage and two divorces

Chahatt Khanna has opened up about her personal and spiritual journey, addressing her conversion to Islam during her marriage to Farhan Mirza and

Miley Cyrus engagement to Maxx Morando: Inside proposal, love story and net worth of the couple

Miley Cyrus shared that the proposal happened during a trip to Japan, where Maxx Morando got down on one knee in a thoughtfully planned moment. T

Bichkunda Excise Inspector Held in Bribe Case

The ACB officials said the Inspector accepted the undue advantage of Rs.2 lakh and thereby performed his public duties dishonestly and improperly

More than half-million people expected at Pope Leo XIVs Mass in Cameroon

YAOUNDE (Cameroon), Apr 17: Pope Leo XIV neared the halfway point in his four-nation tour of Africa on Friday with a day focused on encouraging C

J&K Admin Bans Inflammatory Social Media Content For 60 Days, Warns Strict Action

Jammu, Apr 17: The administration on Thursday imposed a blanket prohibition on posting or sharing communally sensitive and inflammatory content o

Not Women's Bill, Attempt To Change Electoral Map Of India: Rahul Gandhi

Tea bodies urge PM Modi to allow producers freedom to choose mode of sale

Four tea organisations from Assam and West Bengal say mandatory auction rules raise costs and threaten viability of tea producers

AI Finds Hidden Skin Cancer Risk, Flags 1-In-3 Danger Rate: Study

The research analysed registry data covering over 6 million adults in Sweden. This included information such as age, sex, medical history, medica

Rahul Gandhi uses 3Ms marriage, magician, and Modi to attack govt on Delimitation Bill: Key highlights

Rahul Gandhi criticized the government's delimitation proposal, calling Prime Minister Modi a magician who has run out of tricks. He alleged the

MP: SUV Driven By MLA's Son Leaves Five Injured In Shivpuri District

A case was registered against Dinesh Lodhi, the son of MLA Pritam Lodhi, after the incident

Will gold price reach $4,900 or fall towards $4,500 and silver rate touch $90 or slip below $60 this month? Market outlook, analysts insights and investor strategy

Will gold price reach $4,900 or fall towards $4,500 and silver rate touch $90 or slip below $60 this month? Gold held steady and moved toward a f

Major Success for Security Forces in Jharkhand: Four Naxals, Including Notorious Leader, Eliminated

Ranchi, April 17: Security forces in Jharkhand have achieved a significant victory in their ongoing campaign against extremism. Based on precise

CI suspended in Chittoor over corruption linked to IPL betting

Telangana Caste Survey Reveals Over 2 Lakh Girl Child Marriages in State

The average female-to-male ratio stands at 0.98. Interestingly, Gonds, Koyas (both STs), Malas and Madigas (both SCs) report a ratio greater than

6 Reasons Why Women Must Add Seeds To Their Daily Diet

Adding seeds to the diet is a simple way for women to naturally support hormonal balance, reproductive health, and bone density.

Gujarat HC rejects Asaram trusts appeals against takeover of ashram land

AHMEDABAD, Apr 17: The Gujarat High Court on Friday rejected appeals filed by self-styled godman Asarams ashram in Ahmedabad against the takeover

Cruelly hot: Japan devises new term for heatwave days

Last year, Japan sweltered through its hottest summer since records began in 1989 with warmer days on the rise globally due to climate change

Tamil Nadu election 2026: Spat between Centre and State takes a toll on quality of higher education

A total of 16 universities inT.N. continue to suffer without institutional heads, even as the hearing on a bill on giving power to the State Gove

Former President Win Myint freed in broad Myanmar prisoner amnesty

BANGKOK, Apr 17: Myanmars former President Win Myint was freed on Friday as part of a broad prisoner amnesty by newly inaugurated President Min A

Lessons from Operation Sindoor: Focus on Drones and Counter-Drone Systems

New Delhi, April 17: The Indian Army is continuously advancing towards modernization, particularly in the realm of modern warfare techniques and

Remembering Tatya Tope: The Hero of the First War of Independence

New Delhi, April 17: Tatya Tope, a prominent figure in the First War of Independence in 1857, was executed by the British government on April 18,

'Magician has lost his tricks': Rahul Gandhi takes a jibe at 'PM Modi', calls 'Op Sindoor, demonetisation' failed tricks

Rahul Gandhi has raised an eyebrow at the government's claims of promoting women's empowerment, arguing that it serves more as a facade for alter

Actress Patralekhaa Responds to Trolls Over Post-Pregnancy Weight Gain

Mumbai, April 17: The world of social media can be as stressful as it is glamorous, especially for film stars. Actress Patralekhaa is currently f

Brazils Lula, Sanchez of Spain headline meetings of progressive leaders

BARCELONA (Spain), Apr 17: Brazils President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva is starting a two-day visit to Spain on Friday where he and his Spanish co