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Global Waste Generation is Faster Than We Are Able To Handle

By Dr. Gyan Pathak Global waste generation is faster than we are able to handle. It reached 2.56 billion tonnes in 2022, according to the new Wo

Vague dowry allegations cant rope in entire family: HC

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 16: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has quashed an FIR registered at Women Police Station, Udhamp

33% womens reservation near reality: LG

Modi empowered women in every sector Suhail Bhat SRINAGAR, Apr 16: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today said the long-promised move to reserve 3

Secretary RDD reviews SASCI Projects, UT Capex Plan for FY 2026-27

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 16: Secretary, Rural Development Department (RDD) and Panchayati Raj, Mohammad Aijaz Asad, today chaired a rev

House Committee begins ground inspection of JJM works in Rajouri-Poonch

Excelsior Correspondent RAJOURI, Apr 16: The thirteen member House Committee, constituted for Jal Jeevan Mission in the Union Territory of Jammu

J&K, Delhi set to be major beneficiaries from increase in 16 LS seats for UTs

Assembly seats may also rise significantly Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, Apr 16: New Delhi and Jammu and Kashmir, which are among the eight UTs in the co

Yudhvir Sethi holds public Darbar, assures to settle grievances

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 16: MLA, Jammu East, Yudhvir Sethi held a public Darbar at the BJP Office Kachi Chawni here on Thursday, provi

If bill is passed, democracy will be finished: Priyanka

NEW DELHI, Apr 16: In a stinging attack, Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Thursday said the Government began finishing off democracy by p

Modi, Macron discuss West Asia; agree on need to restore freedom of navigation in Strait of Hormuz

NEW DELHI, Apr 16 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with French President Emmanuel Macron and discussed the situation in West Asia, with both

20% of 1,478 fighting Bengal phase-1 polls crorepatis. The poorest has Rs 500 assets

Trump Says He May Visit Pakistan If US, Iran Reach Deal

US President Donald Trump said on Thursday that if a deal with Iran to conclude the war is reached and signed in Islamabad, he might go, and that

Kerala directly spent just Rs 103cr of own funds for Wayanad relief

Letters to the Editor April 17, 2026

Colours of joy

'Seasoned diplomat': Trump congratulates former envoy to US Taranjit Sandhu on Delhi LG appointment

10-Day Ceasefire Deal Between Israel, Lebanon Takes Effect

A 10-day ceasefire deal agreed between Lebanon and Israel took effect on Thursday, as US President Donald Trump said he was trying to set up the

Vijay promises free LPG, doles & wedding gold

African proverb of the day: 'No medicine exists that can cure...' Life lessons on human nature, inner peace, happiness and why choosing empathy over resentment is beneficial

African proverb of the day highlights the saying No medicine exists that can cure hatred. The proverb explains how hatred grows from deep emotion

Tamil Nadu election 2026: Vijay releases TVK manifesto; criticises Dravidian majors poll promises

He asserts that his party has only promised what was possible, practical, and implementable if voted to power

Brush with SIR lands painters of mythology in vote Kurukshetra

Shubhankar fires 64 to close in on a win at Boulders Classic

The 29-year-old Shubhankar (66-66-64), a two-time DP World Tour winner, matched the course record set by Honey Baisoya a day earlier. He is now a

South Africa series is great chance to prepare for T20 World Cup: Harmanpreet

We want to take this opportunity very seriously and play our best cricket here. Its a great chance for us to come together and prepare well befor

SpaceX IPO yet to come, but heres how investors can cash in on Space right now

The SpaceX IPO 2026 is set to shake global markets with a projected $1 trillion valuation and up to $80 billion fundraising. Investor demand is r

The institutionalised sluggishness of the legal system

For a layman, the legal process feels like a black hole where time and money disappear without a clear horizon for resolution

Bangladesh pacer Rubel Hossain calls time on international career after 159 matches

Rubel represented Bangladesh in 27 Tests, 104 ODIs, and 28 T20Is, carving out a reputation as a dependable limited-overs bowler.

Khasi, Garo now official state languages alongside English

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, April 16: Khasi and Garo languages have now become official languages of Meghalaya along with English. The state Cabine

Meghalayas sacred sites set for major tourism upgrade

State BJP lists Mawjymbuin Cave, Weiking, Nongsawlia Church for devp By Our Reporter SHILLONG, April 16: The Meghalaya unit of the Bharatiya Jana

Stalin unfit to rule Tamil Nadu, time to give him rest: Annamalai

States MP seats will go up after delimitation: CM

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, April 16: Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on Thursday expressed confidence that Meghalaya will witness an increase in i

Tamil Nadu election: Home voting for 8,947 voters begins in Chennai

'Why only professors, put judges too on election duty': HC slams EC

Panel Draws Fire For Failure To Present Notification On Poll Officers

Indias rural models are shaping development diplomacy

In recent years, a growing number of African governments have begun exploring the Indian SHG-based livelihoods framework

Govt plans 4-lane road from Polo to New Shillong

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, April 16: In a key decision, the state government has proposed to link Polo and New Shillong Township with a new four-l

T.N. election 2026: Cases filed in Madras High Court over assets of Vijay, Tamilisai Soundararajan

Litigants have sought an inquiry by Director General of Income Tax (Investigation) as it had been sought in another case filed against Deputy Chi

KAS slams lack of resolve over language recognition

Our Bureau MAWKYRWAT/SHILLONG, April 16: President of the Khasi Authors Society (KAS), Dr DRL Nonglait, on Thursday lashed out at successive stat

Creeping risk: On industrial accidents and neglect of risks

Industrial accidents occur due to neglect of risks built up over time

A rusted direction signboard hangs precariously by cables near Lok Bhavan in the city

A rusted direction signboard hangs precariously by cables near Lok Bhavan in the city on Thursday. (ST)

Discharge stands above acquittal: Supreme Court

Tamil Nadu Assembly election: BJP will divide the State if AIADMK alliance is given a chance, says Stalin

BJP hails Centre for advancing bill on womens reservation

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, April 16: BJP Meghalaya chief spokesperson Mariahom Kharkrang on Thursday said the country should acknowledge the Centr

Russian Proverb of the day: 'If you like to sled, you have to like to drag the sledge'-A Russian proverb that challenges your definition of success

This Russian proverb emphasizes that rewards always require effort, reminding us that enjoyment and achievement are earned through discipline and

Queen on the board: On R. Vaishali winning the Womens Candidates tournament

Vaishalis success should lead to greater depth in womens chess

Cashew farmers in Pudukottai struggle amid falling prices and low yields

Dilip Cherian | In Poll-time TN, Lack Of Command Clarity Is Process, Not Malfunction

The DGP runs the police; the home secretary runs the administration. Files are supposed to move in a straight line. Here, they seem to have loope

Delhi Speaker Gets Z Security After Threats

The move comes after the series of targeted bomb threats and a recent high-pro file security breach

Rohit, SKY Shocked As Shreyas Iyer's 'Catch Of IPL 2026' Dismisses Pandya

Shreyas Iyer was at his acrobatic best as he played the lead role in a fantabulous catch to dismiss Hardik Pandya in a Mumbai Indians vs Punjab K

Trump says Iran deal 'very close,' may go to Pakistan to sign

The U.S. leader praised Pakistan's eally great Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and powerful army chief Asim Munir for their role in brokering the

T.N. Assembly election: Surveillance stepped up in Manachanallur after complaints of distribution of gifts, cash

Manipur Chief Minister Launches Four Digital Platforms for Smart Governance

Imphal, April 16: Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh launched four digital platforms on Thursday aimed at enhancing governance and service del

Chinese National Film Work Meeting Held in Ningbo

Ningbo, April 16: The 2026 Chinese National Film Work Meeting took place from April 15 to 16 in Ningbo, located in eastern Chinas Zhejiang provin

Census will list caste, says Amit Shah, rules out Muslim women's quota

Chinese proverb of the day: 'Pay out a long line to catch a big fish.' Lessons on patience, success, financial growth and why waiting for the right moment is beneficial to earn big rewards

Chinese proverb of the day highlights the saying, Pay out a long line to catch a big fish. The proverb explains patience, planning, and long-term

From earthen pots to lemons, summer staples get costlier as demand picks up across Bengaluru

Retailing at around80 per kg in January, lemons are now being sold at 150 to 180 per kg, with tradersanticipatinga further rise to 220-250 per kg

IKS in talks for $675 mln loan to fund TruBridge acquisition

Inventurus Knowledge Solutions, a Mumbai firm, is nearing a deal to acquire TruBridge. The company is arranging a substantial offshore loan of $6

Bihar Legislator Osama Shahab Accused of Land Grabbing, FIR Filed

Patna, April 17: Osama Shahab, a legislator from the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) representing Ragunathpur in Bihars Siwan district, has been accus

Hotel gutted in major fire mishap

Who gets $1,000 stimulus payment April 16 2026, Alaska payout eligibility, dates, real rules explained clearly

The $1,000 stimulus payment April 16, 2026 is reaching thousands today, but only in Alaska. This is not a federal stimulus check. It comes from t

Womens Reservation Bill: A Call to Action from BJP Leader Dilip Jaiswal

Patna, April 17: Senior BJP leader Dilip Jaiswal has expressed strong support for the Womens Reservation Bill, also known as the Nari Shakti Vand

Jammu and Kashmir Agency Files Charges in Doctor Terror Module Case

Srinagar, April 17: The Jammu and Kashmir state investigation agency has filed a charge sheet in a significant terror conspiracy case. Ten accuse

Tamil Nadu Assembly election 2026: Congress and BJP in direct fight in the parched Aranthangi constituency

The constituency has a 42-km-long coastline stretching from Kattumavadi to Enathi with 32 fishing hamlets; poor roads, acute drinking water short

Citizens demand all-day park access amid rising heat in city

In a first, K-RERA orders BDA to pay 56.03 lakh compensation to NPKL site owner over delay in providing basic amenities

After BTP, traffic warden team to be launched to ease congestion in Tumakuru

Should the Mythos AI model raise cybersecurity alarms?

Karnataka Folklore University under scanner for offering PG courses unrelated to its specialisation

T.N. election 2026: West Asia conflict eclipses election debates among Muslims in Ramanathapuram

Iran draws near-universal sympathy in Ramanathapuram, though the Muslim population is largely not Shia

Tamil Nadu election 2026: How a stool makes a huge difference at polling booth

Members of Tamil Nadu Dwarfism Association have reiterated a set a demands they have always made when the hustings is round the corner

Late-Night Parliament Session Discusses Womens Reservation Bill, Speaker Praises Female Participation

New Delhi, April 17: The Parliament held discussions late into the night regarding three significant bills related to womens reservation, constit

15th International Garden Expo Kicks Off in Wenzhou, China

Beijing, April 17: The 15th China International Garden Expo has officially commenced in Wenzhou, located in the southeastern province of Zhejiang

The Majestic Lakshmi Narayan Temple: A Testament to Unique Architecture and Heritage

Orchha, April 17: The festival of Akshaya Tritiya, a day of eternal significance, falls on April 19. This day is dedicated to the worship of Lord

Ensuring a Smooth Pilgrimage Experience is Our Priority: CM Dhami

Rudraprayag, April 17: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami conducted a ground inspection of the Char Dham pilgrimage routes and facili

SP MP Raises Concerns Over Increased Lok Sabha Seats and Womens Representation

New Delhi, April 17: During a discussion in the Lok Sabha on the implementation of the Nari Shakti Vandan Act and the constitutional amendment bi

Rajasthan Government Launches Major Initiative to Preserve Oran Lands in Jaisalmer

Jaipur, April 17: In a significant move towards environmental conservation, the Rajasthan government has reserved Oran (sacred groves) land in Ja

Assam CM Criticizes Mamata Banerjee, Highlights Benefits of Delimitation for Eastern States

Guwahati, April 17: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma launched a sharp attack on West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday. H

Caste, Logistics, Digital Tools: How India Will Count 1.4 Billion People

More than 3 million officials, mostly school teachers, will physically visit every house, knock on every door and count every single person livin

Wasbir Hussain | Indias Opportunity Or Risk As Myanmar Mask Shifts?

For India, Myanmar remains a geopolitical hinge -- linking South Asia to Southeast Asia and forming the land bridge for its Act East policy

Northern Gujarat Postal Sector Achieves 25% Revenue Growth, Surpassing 246.79 Crores in FY 2025-26

Ahmedabad, April 17: The Northern Gujarat postal sector has reported a remarkable revenue growth of 25.07% for the fiscal year 2025-26, reaching

Pappu Yadav Criticizes Government on Womens Reservation Bill

New Delhi, April 17: During a debate in the Lok Sabha on the Womens Reservation Bill, independent MP Rajesh Ranjan, popularly known as Pappu Yada

Tamil Nadu election 2026: Cleanliness, safety, housing top agenda of many women candidates in Chennai

NTKsAyeshasays traffic congestion has to be addressed immediately inTriplicane; AIADMKs Gokula Indira seeks increased patrol for womens safety an

Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Emphasizes Sports, Education Reforms, and Opportunities for Youth

Itanagar, April 17: Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu stated on Thursday that the state has significantly improved its sports performa

NDA Leaders Affirm Public Trust in PM Modi Amidst Opposition Protests

New Delhi, April 17: As women across the nation openly praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the Womens Reservation Bill, the opposition creat

Allahabad HCdeclines to quash FIR against schoolgirls booked underU.P.s anti-conversion Act

Opposition Will Face Consequences Over Womens Reservation Bill: Rita Bahuguna Joshi

Prayagraj, April 17: Senior BJP leader Rita Bahuguna Joshi emphasized the urgency of the Womens Reservation Bill, stating that after years of wai

Labour-intensive sectors see steep fall in exports in March

The fiscal year 2026 brought a mixed bag for India's exports. On one hand, engineering goods, electronics, and pharmaceuticals excelled, driving

Tragic Road Accident in Madhya Pradesh Claims Lives of Four Women

Shivpuri, April 17: A devastating road accident occurred in Shivpuri, Madhya Pradesh, resulting in the deaths of four women and leaving over 22 o

ITIs in Delhi to be modernised to match industry standards, saysCMO

Kirloskar Brothers all pumped up to draw inspiration from nature

Rama Kirloskar, a leader at Kirloskar Brothers and Kirloskar Ebara Pumps, finds inspiration in nature for her business strategies. She believes a

Seed industry seeks policy support amid input cost increase

The turbulence in West Asia is starting to have a notable impact on India's seed industry, causing costs to soar. In response, companies are urgi

East Bengal and Bengaluru FC Draw 3-3 in Thrilling ISL Match

Kolkata, April 17: In an exhilarating encounter in the Indian Super League 2025-26, East Bengal FC and Bengaluru FC played to a dramatic 3-3 draw

Delhi HC takes on record Kejriwals additional affidavit in judge recusal plea