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Hindu American Foundation Challenges Caste Discrimination Allegations in Court

Washington, April 9: The Hindu American Foundation (HAF) has approached a U.S. appellate court, arguing that Californias civil rights regulatory

Pawan Khera moves Telangana High Court

Khera allegedly made statements accusing the Assam Chief Ministers wife had three passports

Kerala Assembly elections: Pinarayi Vijayan says confident of bigger LDF win

CM said Kerala is on a strong path towards becoming a developed State, with achievements across sectors that must continue uninterrupted

Trump Considers NATO Withdrawal Amid Rising Tensions with Iran

Washington, April 9: Tensions are escalating between NATO and the United States amid ongoing conflicts with Iran. The U.S. governments actions ag

Star Health data leak case: Madras High Court dismisses appeals by Punjab-based hacker

Chief Justice Sushrut Arvind Dharmadhikari and Justice G. Arul Murugan refuse to entertain six writ appeals filed by Himanshu Pathak

Youth Stabbed to Death, Family Protests Outside Mortuary

Udaipur, April 9 (Udaipur Kiran): A 26-year-old man was stabbed to death late Tuesday night in the Ghantaghar police station area of Udaipur, lea

Pakistans return: Mediator or West Asia asset?

Across India and among South Asia watchers, Pakistans role has been met with a mix of surprise and unease, with sentiments that are increasingly

Power Cut in Udaipur from 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM

Udaipur, April 9 (Udaipur Kiran): A scheduled power shutdown will take place in parts of Udaipur on Thursday from 9:30 am to 1:30 pm due to maint

Tripura bypoll: Voting begins for Dharmanagar Assembly seat

The bypoll was necessitated following the death of Assembly speaker Biswa Bandhu Sen of the BJP

Women Turn Out in Large Numbers at Polling Stations in Assam, First-Time Voters Demand Development

Dispur, April 9: Voting is underway in Assam for the assembly elections, and there is a noticeable enthusiasm among voters since morning. Scenes

Nagaland: Voting for Koridang Assembly bypoll begins amid tight security

Six candidates are in the fray for the Assembly bypoll necessitated by the death of sitting BJP MLA Imkong L. Imchen

Bangladeshs Economic Growth Expected to Accelerate Post-Recession

Washington, April 9: The World Bank has projected a gradual recovery for Bangladeshs economy following a recession, supported by improvements in

PM Modi Urges High Voter Turnout in 3 Key State Polls

He also did special appeal to youth and women to play an active role in shaping the future of their states.

Samsung Galaxy S26+ Review | For those who value refinement over headline features

For buyers who value refinement over headline features, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ remains a thoughtful and dependable premium smartphone choice

Pakistani national pleads guilty for attempting to target Jewish centre in New York

A Pakistani national, Muhammad Shahzeb Khan, has pleaded guilty to plotting a mass shooting at a Jewish center in Brooklyn. Khan, also known as S

Strong Domestic Demand and Service Sector Propel Indias Economy

Washington, April 9: Indias economy is advancing rapidly, driven by robust domestic demand, resilience in service exports, and ongoing reforms. T

BJP, the known unknown in Kerala 2026

If the voting gets polarised on the singular question of whether to give Pinarayi Vijayan a third consecutive term, the saffron party could be ma

BJP to Unveil West Bengal Manifesto on April 10

The manifesto is expected to address various sections of society, with a special focus on women, farmers, and youth

Gujarat Titans Secure First Win in IPL 2026, Climb to Sixth Place

New Delhi, April 9: The 14th match of IPL 2026 took place on Wednesday at the Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium, featuring Gujarat Titans (GT) against

JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Result Timeline Announced By NTA, Check Details

NTA has released the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 schedule with key dates for question paper release, answer key, and result declaration.

Nagaland Bypoll: 6 Candidates To Fight For Koridang Assembly Seat

Nagaland Bypoll 2026: Koridang assembly bypoll begins with heightened security after recent election violence.

Tripura Bypoll: 6 Candidates To Fight For Dharmanagar Assembly Seat

Tripura Bypoll 2026: Voting began at 7 am for Dharmanagar Assembly byelection amid tight security and webcasting.

White House Leak? How Traders Made Big Profits On Trump's Ceasefire Post

Such bets have repeatedly raised questions from the public as well as members of Congress about whether some traders are using inside information

Assembly Elections 2026: Voting Underway in Kerala, Assam, and Puducherry

New Delhi, April 9: Voting for the assembly elections in Kerala, Assam, and Puducherry commenced at 7 AM today. Voters are casting their ballots

Ketamine Queen: The Indian-Origin Dealer Jailed For Matthew Perry's Death

Jasveen Sangha, 42, a dual citizen of the United States and Britain, was jailed on Wednesday for her role in the actor's 2023 overdose death.

Explained: Why Iran War Has Paused But Lebanon Continues To Be A Flashpoint

The fresh violence threatened to scuttle what US Vice President JD Vance called a fragile deal.

Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: List of constituencies voting today, important faces, five factors to watch

Kerala Elections 2026 key candidates: Kerala is holding a crucial Assembly election today, with 2.71 crore voters deciding the fate of the ruling

PM Modi Urges Voters in Kerala, Assam, and Puducherry to Participate Actively in Elections

New Delhi, April 9: Voting for the assembly elections in Kerala, Assam, and Puducherry commenced at 7 AM today. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has

Election 2026 LIVE: Voting Begins In High-Stakes Assam, Kerala, Puducherry Battle

Assembly Elections 2026 Live: Kerala, Assam, Puducherry vote in high-stakes battle today.

W Asia conflict: Rajnath-led GoM reviews LPG availability, says facilitating supply of essentials

India is actively managing the impact of the West Asia conflict. The government is ensuring a steady supply of essential commodities like LPG, pe

Foreign Secretary Misri reviews defence, trade ties, West Asia with senior U.S. officials

Vikram Misri is on a three-day visit to the U.S.

Disney plans to cut 1,000 jobs, WSJ reports

Walt Disney is set to lay off as many as 1,000 employees in the coming weeks. Many of these job cuts will impact the company's marketing departme

A platform for home chefs; Agritechs post-boom correction

Tocco helps home chefs, especially women, turn their cooking into income. Meanwhile, in the world of agritech there's a structural correction in

Gujarat hosts CWG review team; preparations for 2030 games under focus

The visit began with a meeting between the delegation and Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel in Gandhinagar, where preparations, execution strategy a

Elevated crude prices to increase imported inflation, widen CAD: Malhotra

Fundamentals of Indian economy remains on stronger footing at current juncture than in previous crisis episodes providing greater resilience to w

Live:Ceasefire is threatened as Israel expands Lebanon strikes and Iran closes strait again

Trump said the U.S. would work with Iran to remove buried enriched uranium, though Iran did not confirm that.

At least 182 killed as Israel strikes central Beirut after saying Iran truce doesn't apply there

Lebanon's health ministry reported 182 deaths in Israeli strikes, the highest single-day toll in the Israel-Hezbollah war. Despite a shaky ceasef

In 1st Polls After Delimitation, BJP Hopes For Third Straight Term In Assam: 10 Points

The battle for 126 seats in Assam comes amid a bitter political row between the ruling BJP and the Opposition Congress over the corruption allega

RBI keeps repo rate unchanged, predicts 6.9% GDP growth

The RBI kept its policy rate at 5.25% for the second consecutive meeting, citing concerns over elevated crude oil prices and global uncertainties

How VirtueLife makes home physiotherapy actually work

Built from a founders recovery struggle, VirtueLife combines video guidance, clinician tools, and AI-assisted planning to bring structure and acc

GIFT City fund ecosystem expands sharply; capital commitments cross $32 billion

The increase marks nearly a 60-fold jump, reflecting the growing use of the international financial services centre for structuring India-focused

Assembly Elections 2026 Live: Voting begins in Assam, Kerala & Puducherry

As Trump claims victory, Iran emerges bruised but powerful with leverage over Hormuz

A U.S.-Iran ceasefire ends nearly six weeks of war, with President Trump claiming victory. However, analysts warn the truce solidifies Iran's con

Iran misunderstood ceasefire; Lebanon not included in US deal, JD Vance clarifies truce

Iran's economy was weak before the war, now it's worse

Irans economy, already under strain with nearly 50% inflation, has worsened sharply after more than five weeks of war. Prices of basic goods, med

Telangana Partners with Germanys Lower Saxony on Skilled Workforce

A key area of collaboration includes the exchange of knowledge and best practices in workforce development systems

Iran-Israel war LIVE: U.S.-Iran truce hangs in balance as war flares in Lebanon

Hezbollah fires rockets at northern Israel on Thursday, citing ceasefire breaches

Kerala goes to polls today with 2.71 crore voters, 883 candidates

The 2026 elections have also drawn attention as it is the first to be held after the SIR of the electoral roll

LIVE: Puducherry to Vote Today for 30 Seats to Elect New Assembly

Puducherry Chief Electoral Officer P. Jawahar said that 110 sector officers have been deployed across 1,099 polling stations

Iran risks ceasefire collapse over Lebanon misunderstanding, says JD Vance; hints truce fallout is Tehrans call

US Vice President JD Vance urged Iran not to let a fragile ceasefire deal collapse over Israel's attacks on Lebanon, stating the truce did not in

Netanyahu says Israel ready to 'return to battle at any moment' against Iran

Prime Minister Netanyahu declared Israel remains prepared to fight Iran if necessary, despite a US-Iran truce. He asserted that Israel has achiev

Blue Tigers to compete in Unity Cup in London

New Delhi, April 8: The Indian mens national football team will participate in the Unity Cup 2026, to be held in London from May 26 to 30. The fo

Bulbul writes to ICC over ouster

New Delhi, April 8: Ousted Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) chairman Aminul Islam Bulbul has written to the International Cricket Council (ICC) see

LIVE: Keralam to Vote Today: 2.6 Cr Voters, 883 Candidates

Kerala Chief Electoral Officer Rathan U. Kelkar stated that approximately 1.46 lakh trained polling personnel will be deployed across all polling

Shahs son rejects US regime change claim, says Iran still under same rulers despite war

Reza Pahlavi, son of Iran's ousted shah, stated that Iranians still need to free themselves from their religious rulers, even after a ceasefire b

LIVE: Assam Heads to Polls today as Congress Looks to Reclaim State

In total, more than 2.5 crore voters are eligible to cast their votes in this election, with 722 candidates contesting

Iran's parliament speaker says three key clauses of ceasefire proposal were violated ahead of negotiations

Iran's Parliament speaker, Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, stated that three key clauses of a 10-point proposal were violated before upcoming negotiation

Morning Brief Podcast: Two Women Fought to Change India's Maternity Laws... and Succeeded

African Proverb of the Day: The ruin of a nation begins in the homes of its people.

The African Proverb The ruin of a nation begins in the homes of its people highlights how a countrys future is shaped by the values practiced wit

Kane shines as Bayern beat Real Madrid in 1st leg of QF

Madrid, April 8: Harry Kane delivered for Bayern Munich on his return from injury, scoring a goal and helping set up another in his teams 2-1 win

Assam election 2026 LIVE: Assam votes today in high-stakes polls; BJP eyes third term as Congress-led alliance mounts challenge

Polling will be held from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. across 31,490 polling stations in 35 districts.

Kerala election 2026 LIVE updates: Polling to commence in 140 constituencies

Over 2.7 crore voters will go to polls across the State, where the elections will be held in a single phase for all 140 constituencies and 883 ca

Havertzs stoppage time goal helps Arsenal pip Sporting Lisbon 1-0

London, April 8: A second straight Champions League semifinal is in sight for Arsenal. Kai Havertz scored in stoppage time on Tuesday to seal a 1

Trump blasts NATO over Iran war, revives Greenland threat after talks with Mark Rutte

President Trump expressed frustration with NATO allies following a meeting with Secretary General Mark Rutte, reiterating his belief they were ab

FIFA opens case against Spanish federation over anti-Muslim chants

ZURICH, April 8: FIFA on Tuesday opened disciplinary proceedings against the Spanish football federation because of anti-Muslim chants made by Sp

Morning Digest: Kerala, Assam and Puducherry to vote in high-stakes polls today; Iran closes Strait of Hormuz after Israeli attacks on Lebanon, and more

Here is a select list of stories to start the day

Nongkseh and Khimusniang to clash in MSL 5 opener

By Our Reporter Shillong, April 8: The Meghalaya Football Association today announced that the opening match of the 5th Meghalaya State League (M

Puducherry election 2026 LIVE: More than 9 lakh voters to decide fate of 294 candidates today

As many as 2,791 policemen and personnel from 30 companies of Central Armed Police Forces are being utilised for security

Vaishnavi, Sahaja power India to 3-0 sweep over NZ in BJK Cup

New Delhi, April 8: Young debutant Vaishnavi Adkar and Sahaja Yamalapalli notched up convincing wins as India bounced back in style, blanking New

These Soil Sakhis in Maharashtras drought prone region are bringing about a quiet revolution

How empowered marginalised women are helping farmers increase their yield in this drought-prone region in Maharashtra. Scientists and farmers bod

Assembly Elections 2026 LIVE updates: Assam, Kerala and Puducherry go to polls in a single phase today

A key contest among the bypolls is for the Baramati seat which fell vacant after elected MLA and Maharashtra's deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar d

Iran Announces Alternative Routes In Hormuz Strait

Iran announced alternative routes on Thursday for ships travelling through the Strait of Hormuz, citing the risk of sea mines in the main zone of

North Korea Says Latest Tests Used Cluster-Bomb Warhead Missiles

The report by North Korean state media came a day after South Korea's military said it detected North Korea firing multiple missiles from an east

Fire dance horror: Performer engulfed in flames during zoo fire show; jumps into river to escape blaze

A fire dance performance at a wildlife park in Nantong, China, turned into a frightening incident when a dancers outfit caught fire mid-show. She

Fortofino honours women on World Diamond Day

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 8 : On the occasion of World Diamond Day, Fortofino, an exclusive natural diamond jewellery brand by Silverlin

J&K Bank renews tie-up with Bajaj Life Insurance for 3 years

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Apr 8: J&K Bank has renewed its corporate agency agreement with Bajaj Life Insurance Company for another three

J&K Bank installs two new ATMs in Kulgam

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Apr 8: Jammu & Kashmir Bank today commissioned two new ATMs in Kulgam district at Aharbal and Chowgam to enhanc

Impressive: Nuke Watchdog Praises India's Nuclear Milestone At Kalpakkam

The landmark step marks a significant advancement in the country's indigenous nuclear programme and its pursuit of long-term energy sustainabilit

GPSC Recruitment 2026: Apply for 213 Positions Including Deputy Commissioner by April 16

Gandhinagar, April 9: The Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) has officially announced the recruitment for various positions, including Depu

Mumbai Dismantles 1,200 Illegal Structures on Government Land

Mumbai, April 9: The Municipal Corporation of Mumbai has demolished approximately 1,200 illegal shanties built on government land in the Ananbhau

KMT Chairperson Pays Tribute at Sun Yat-sens Mausoleum in Nanjing

Beijing, April 9: Chang Li-wen, the chairperson of the Chinese Kuomintang (KMT) party, led a delegation to pay tribute at the Sun Yat-sen Mausole

Omars morning jog sparks fitness buzz among locals

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 8: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday went jogging along the streets of Bishnah, a border villag

Focus Must Remain on Preparedness: Rajnath Chairs High-Level Review Meeting

NEW DELHI, April 8: The Informal Group of Ministers (IGoM), chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, on Wednesday reviewed Indias preparedness

Pakistan Cuts Petrol Levy Despite IMF Regulations: Report

New Delhi, April 9: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has urged Pakistan to remove subsidies on diesel, as providing fuel below market prices

IPL 2026: Gill, Sundar, and Buttler Shine as GT Sets 211-Run Target for DC

New Delhi, April 9: In the 14th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, Gujarat Titans (GT) set a formidable target of 211 runs against De

Together, let us empower our Nari Shakti!

Narendra Modi In the coming days, India will be immersed in a festive season, with celebrations taking place across the length and breadth of the

Mehbooba Mufti Highlights Pakistans Role in US-Iran Ceasefire

Srinagar, April 9: Mehbooba Mufti, the leader of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and Farooq Abdullah, head of the National Conference, have r

Will the ceasefire hold

Harsha Kakar kakarharsha@gmail.com The ceasefire announced with much fanfare by Donald Trump in his ongoing conflict with Iran, supposed to have

MP Govt Set In Motion Process To Implement UCC, Special Session Of House May Be Convened To Pass Bill

The state home department has been directed by chief minister Mohan Yadav to prepare the UCC draft bill for its approval by his cabinet, sources

Indian Government Cuts Landing and Parking Fees for Airlines by 25%

New Delhi, April 9: In a significant move to support domestic airlines amid the ongoing crisis in West Asia and the rising global prices of aviat