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Assembly Elections 2026: PM Modi calls voting sacred democratic duty, urges record turnout in Tamil Nadu and Bengal polls

Assembly polls 2026: Prime Minister Narendra Modi called on citizens in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal to vote in the Assembly elections. He emphasiz

Venkatesh, Kavya Maran Celebrate SRH Victory; Video Goes Viral

Venkatesh is a familiar face at major cricket matches across the globe.

Sunetra Pawar Casts Vote in Baramati By-Election, Expresses Confidence in Public Support

Pune, April 23: Voting is underway in the Baramati Assembly constituency, located in Pune district of Maharashtra. This by-election has garnered

Voter Enthusiasm High as West Bengal Elections Kick Off with 152 Seats in First Phase

Kolkata, April 23: Voting for the first phase of the West Bengal Assembly elections began at 7 AM today. This phase covers 152 seats across 16 di

US farm secretary says USDA is speaking with White House daily on high fertilizer prices

US Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins is holding daily talks with the White House and other agencies regarding soaring fertilizer prices. Actio

Mahesh Bhatt Reveals the Inspiration Behind the Iconic Aashiqui Poster

Mumbai, April 23: Renowned filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt and his daughter, actress Pooja Bhatt, recently appeared as guests on the popular music reality

Trump envoy seeks to replace Iran with Italy in upcoming World Cup, FT reports

A top US envoy has asked FIFA to replace Iran with Italy in the upcoming World Cup. Paolo Zampolli, a US special envoy, confirmed he made the sug

South Africa Dominates India in T20 Series with Laura Wolvaardts Century

Johannesburg, April 23: The Indian womens cricket team faced a tough defeat against South Africa in the third match of their five-match T20 serie

Trump Extends Ceasefire with Iran, Naval Blockade Continues Unabated

Washington, April 23: The Trump administration has announced an extension of the ceasefire with Iran, while maintaining a robust naval blockade.

Pakistan should clamp down on terror groups like LeT, JeM: US lawmaker

US Congressman Brad Sherman called on Pakistan to act against terror groups. This comes after the first anniversary of the Pahalgam terror attack

Karnataka SSLC Result 2026 LIVE: KSEAB 10th Result Today At 12 PM, Direct Link Here

Karnataka SSLC Result 2026 LIVE: More than 8.65 lakh students are awaiting their scores. Once released, the result link will be made available on

Will 2026 Tamil Nadu elections be a survival test for key present & former AIADMK leaders like EPS, OPS, Sasikala and Dhinakaran

Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections 2026 are shaping up as a crucial test of legacy, leadership and survival within the AIADMK camp, still deeply influ

5 Arrested, Rs 3.91 Crore Cash Seized: IPL Betting Racket In UP Busted

Kanpur Police arrest five and seize Rs 3.91 crore in IPL betting racket bust.

Voting Begins in West Bengal Assembly Elections Across 16 Districts

Kolkata, April 23: Voting has commenced for 152 assembly seats across 16 districts in West Bengal as part of the first phase of the crucial assem

West Bengal Assembly Election Phase 1 2026: 'Polling should be held peacefully,' says BJP's Suvendu Adhikari

Voting begins today in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. Bharatiya Janata Party leader Suvendu Adhikari urged for peaceful polling i

Mamata Banerjees Victory at Stake as Polling Begins in West Bengal

Kolkata, April 23: Polling for the first phase of the West Bengal Assembly elections commenced on Thursday morning. Voters are casting their ball

Voting Begins for Baramati, Rahuri Assembly Bypolls in Maharashtra

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar, who is contesting from Baramati, has urged voters to support her as a tribute to her late husban

U.S. Trade Representative Greer Defends Trumps Tariff Policy

Washington, April 23: U.S. Trade Representative Jamison Greer has strongly defended the trade policies of the Trump administration. He informed r

US military says 31 vessels turned back in Iran port blockade, mostly oil tankers

US-Iran war news: American forces intercepted 31 vessels, mostly oil tankers, as part of a blockade against Iran. This action follows Iran firing

Iran's Araqchi tells South Korea envoy 'aggressors' responsible for consequences of war

Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister, Araqchi, has warned South Korea's envoy that those who start a war will be held accountable for its consequences.

EC urges to ensure no tape, colour, glue on EVMs

3 Congress IT cell workers held for spreading fake news about Raje

UP Board 12th Class Result 2026 OUT today: Check steps to download scorecard from upresults.nic.in, documents you need to keep handy and more

UP Board Result 2026 Class 12: The Class 12 UP Board results are coming out today, along with Class 10 results. The result link will be activated

Tree Plantation Drive Marks Earth Day at Sai Tirupati University

Udaipur, April 23, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran): A tree plantation programme was organised at Sai Tirupati University, Umarda, on the occasion of World E

Sanjay Jha retains position of JDU working president

'Vote in record numbers': PM Modi reminds voters of their 'sacred duty' as TN, WB go to polls

Prime Minister Modi urged voters in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu to participate in the sacred duty of democracy as polling commenced for crucial As

Breaking News Live Updates: Badrinath temple opens; CM Dhami assures smooth yatra

PM Modi Urges High Voter Turnout in Tamil Nadu, West Bengal

In a post on X, the Prime Minister described voting as a sacred duty of democracy and encouraged citizens to take part enthusiastically

Poll seizures surpass Rs 1,000 crore in Bengal and Tamil Nadu

Bengal Accounts For 96% Of Value Of Liquor Seized

From Hormuz to headquarters: Iran war ripples through corporate balance sheets, blurs forecasts

Businesses face rising costs and supply chain disruptions due to the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran. Companies report higher transport and raw materi

ED quizzes Nusrat for 8 hours, summons two West Bengal mantris

Iran War Live Updates: Iran and US remain divided on ceasefire, blockade, nuclear issues and control of Strait of Hormuz

Russian proverb of the day: If you chase after two hares, youll end up not catching even one Life lesson on focus, goals and why doing one thing well matters

This Russian proverb talks about focus and concentration in life. It explains that trying to do many things at the same time can lead to failure.

US-Iran war: President Trump will dictate the timeline, says White House Press Secretary Leavitt

Iran war news: The White House states President Donald Trump will decide the West Asia conflict's end. This decision hinges on American national

TMC claims EC observer & BJP candidate met in secret, stirs row

Assembly Elections: Voting begins for single-phase in Tamil Nadu polls, first phase in West Bengal

Voting for Assembly elections in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal Phase 1 is underway. Polling concludes today at 6 PM. Over 5.73 crore voters are part

LIVE: Iran Says Wont Reopen Hormuz as Long as US Blockade Remains

The conflict has already sent gas prices skyrocketing far beyond the region and raised the cost of food and a wide array of other products .

UP Board Class 10 Results 2026 today: How to download scorecards from upmsp.edu.in, documents you need to keep ready, passing marks and more

UP Board Result 2026 Class 10: The wait for more than 27 lakh students is going to be over as the Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad will d

DMK vs AIADMK, And A Vijay 'Hero Or Cameo' Question As Tamil Nadu Votes Today

Tamil Nadu is voting today for the assembly elections, with the high-stakes contest pitting the DMK alliance against the AIADMK-led NDA. MK Stali

West Bengal Elections 2026: Factors that will decide the fate of the crucial polls in the Eastern state

West Bengal gears up for a crucial 2026 election. The ruling TMC faces a strong challenge from the BJP. Key issues include voter rolls, law and o

On tough-to-monitor Net, campaign goes on

Man Arrested After 14 Years On Run In 2012 Delhi Robbery-Abduction Case

Delhi Police have arrested a Rs 20,000 rewardee and proclaimed offender who had been evading capture for 14 years in connection with a 2012 robbe

Trump says eight Iranian women won't be executed, Iran disputes entire account

President Donald Trump announced Iran would not execute eight women protesters. He stated this was a sign of respect for his request. Iranian off

Trinamool-BJP Battle Royale Begins In Bengal With 152 Seats In Phase 1

Two states that have eluded the BJP for long are voting today and more than Tamil Nadu, it is Bengal that all eyes will be on. For Trinamool Cong

West Bengal, Tamil Nadu Elections 2026 LIVE Updates: Voting Begins

West Bengal, Tamil Nadu Election Voting 2026 LIVE Updates: Around 3.6 crore voters in 152 of Bengal's 294 constituencies across 16 districts are

1 In 4 Stock Market Investors Is Now A Woman, Demat Accounts Jump By 129%

As many as 19 states now report female investor participation above the national average. More than 3 crore demat accounts are operated by women.

SoftBank seeks $10 billion margin loan backed by OpenAI shares: Report

SoftBank Group is seeking a substantial $10 billion loan. This loan is backed by its shares in ChatGPT-maker OpenAI. The move signals SoftBank's

Mission Bengal: Why BJP has found it hard to break Mamata Banerjees bastion

West Bengal politics remains a high-stakes battle between the long-standing dominance of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) under Mamata Banerjee and t

Morning Digest: Voting for all 234 Tamil Nadu seats, Phase 1 in West Bengal today; U.S. Navy Secretary John Phelan fired by Pentagon, and more

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Mock polling conducted in Tamil Nadu, West Bengal ahead of voting for assembly polls

Assembly elections 2026: Voting for Tamil Nadu and West Bengal polls commences today. Mock polling ensured readiness. Tamil Nadu votes in a singl

LIVE: West Bengal 2026 Polls: Phase 1 Voting in 152 Seats Begins

The state will witness two phases of polling in the Assembly elections 2026, with the second phase scheduled to take place on April 29

Iran war: US intercepts three Iranian oil tankers in Asian waters, sources say

US forces have intercepted at least three Iranian oil tankers in Asian waters. These vessels were near India, Malaysia, and Sri Lanka. The US mil

Structures Linked To Criminal On Government Land Demolished In Gurugram

The Gurugram police on Wednesday demolished illegal structures on government land in Kasan village allegedly linked to a criminal, as part of an

Congress gets nod for Rahul Gandhi's rallies in West Bengal

11 Killed in Multi-Vehicle Collision in UP's Mirzapur

According to police reports, a truck rear-ended multiple vehicles, including a car, an SUV, and a trailer

Multi-vehicle collision in U.P.s Mirzapur leaves 11 dead, probe underway

According to preliminary findings, a truck travelling downhill is suspected to have suffered a brake failure and rammed into another truck ahead

Quote of the Day by Walt Disney: 'All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage...'. Life lessons from world's most beloved animator

Quote of the Day by Walt Disney: All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them is a famous quote by Mickey Mouse creator Wa

Power Cut in Udaipur Today April 23

Udaipur, April 23 (Udaipur Kiran): Several parts of Udaipur will face scheduled power cuts today due to maintenance work. Electricity supply will

Summer in Bengaluru: mango menus, tropical cocktails, and seasonal feasts

From indulgent mango desserts and fruity cocktails to limited-edition summer menus, Bengalurus restaurants are celebrating the season with vibran

Morning Brief Podcast: Polls On My Pod: TN and the Thalapathy Factor

Jewish proverb of the day: A bird that you set free may be caught again Life lessons on words, silence, responsibility and why thinking before speaking matters

Today's Jewish proverb of the day teaches that words are very powerful and cannot be taken back once spoken. It reminds people to think before sp

West Bengal Assembly Elections Phase 1 Voting Live Updates: Big day in Bengal as voting begins for 152 seats

Bettrlabs is building an AI-powered R&D platform for consumer product innovation

Bengaluru-based deeptech startup Bettrlabs is digitising product development for consumer brands, helping them move from idea to formulation fast

Transporting bodies by rail will spare family of financial strain: social service organisation

The body must be embalmed in a sealed coffin box, and a medical certificate stating that the deceased had not died of infectious disease must be

Coimbatore South AIADMK candidate alleges irregularities; demands permission to stage protest on Thursday

Bessent says Gulf, Asian allies request swap lines, UAE and US would benefit from one

America's Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent revealed that Gulf and Asian nations seek currency swap lines from the US. These requests aim to manag

Preeti, Arundhati among four promoted to TOPS Core Group after Asian Boxing Cships heroics

New Delhi, April 22: Four Indian boxers, Preeti Pawar, Priya, Arundhati Chaudhary, and Sachin, have been elevated to the Target Olympic Podium Sc

LIVE: Mock Polling Begins in Tamil Nadu Ahead of Voting

The Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly elections are being held in a single phase today

Akshay Sharma, Dhruv Sheoran share lead at DP World Players Championship

Nuh (Haryana), April 22: Akshay Sharma of Chandigarh and Gurugrams Dhruv Sheoran shared the 36-hole lead at nine-under 135 after round two of the

Djokovic remains hopeful for LA Oly

Two years seems very long but Im working on it New Delhi, April 22: Novak Djokovic has set his sights firmly on extending his Olympic journey, re

Lululemon says it picks former Nike executive Heidi O'Neill as next CEO

Lululemon has taken a decisive step by naming Heidi O'Neill, an ex-Nike leader, as the brand's new chief executive. This transition follows mount

Venus eyes French Open after 10th straight loss

Madrid, April 22: Venus Williams has her sights on the French Open. The 45-year-old former world No. 1 said Tuesday after losing her 10th straigh

US Navy Secretary John Phelan leaves his job, marks latest departure of a top defense leader

US Navy Secretary John Phelan has suddenly departed his post. Undersecretary Hung Cao, a decorated Navy veteran and former congressional candidat

Tamil Nadu elections 2026 LIVE: Voting begins at 7 a.m. across 234 constituencies in the State

Delegates of the International Election Visitors Programme 2026 will visit Tamil Nadu to witness the polling process in the State

Jio Financial, Allianz Group form JV for general, health insurance

JFSL and Allianz are also working towards a separate binding agreement for life insurance business in India

West Bengal Elections 2026 LIVE: First phase of polls to see voting across 152 Assembly constituencies today

The opening phase includes all 54 seats in north Bengals eight districts and several in Murshidabad, Nadia, Birbhum and Hooghly

Brighton blank Chelsea 3-0

London, April 22: Chelseas season slumped deeper into crisis after a 3-0 defeat to Brighton on Tuesday left its hopes of Champions League qualifi

Cucurellas barber leaks Chelsea team news

LONDON, April 22: When the Chelsea team was announced as kick-off approached before Tuesdays game at Brighton, the news may not have been a surpr

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Former champion Leicester relegated to third division

London, April 22: Former Premier League champion Leicester will be playing in the third tier of English football next season. Leicester, which se

Mbappe, Vinicius lift Real Madrid out of 4-game slump with win over Alaves

Madrid, April 22: Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Junior each scored as Real Madrid ended a four-game winless streak by defeating Alaves 2-1 on Tuesda

Inter rally to beat Como, reach Italian Cup final

Milan, April 22: Inter Milans pursuit of a sweep of the Italian league and Cup titles is still alive. The Serie A leader came back from two goals

Supreme Court rebuke of Mamata hands BJP extra ammo on poll eve

Party Believes Prospects Better This Time

Trump proposal to replace Iran with Italy in World Cup sparks debate as FIFA stays silent

Talk about Iran's World Cup spot is growing after a suggestion to replace it with Italy. The idea came from a US envoy and is linked to politics

LinkedIn Gets New CEO

Microsoft's LinkedIn named Chief Operating Officer Daniel Shapero as its new CEO, tapping a veteran of the professional networking site to lead i

Iran seizes ships, fires in Strait of Hormuz as tensions rise

Iran has seized two ships and fired on three vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. This action tightens Iran's control over the strategic waterway. On

Turkey Votes To Ban Social Media For Under-15s

The Turkish parliament voted on Wednesday to prevent children under the age of 15 from accessing social media platforms, state media agency Anado

Iran strikes three ships in Strait of Hormuz as Trump extends ceasefire

DUBAI, April 22: The United States has indefinitely extended its ceasefire with Iran, as announced by President Donald Trump, despite stalled eff

Why did John Phelan quit as US Navy Secretary? Shock exit, Trump-Iran link and Pentagon leadership change explained

John Phelan has suddenly left his job as US Navy Secretary. The Pentagon confirmed his exit, but no clear reason was given. Hung Cao is now actin

SBI RSETI organizes Assistant Book Keeper Training Programme

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 22: An Assistant Book Keeper Training Program of 38 days organized by SBI Rural Self Employment Training Insti