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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

State govt moves Centre to relax mining norms for small-scale operators

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, April 16: Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma has said the Meghalaya government is lobbying with the Centre to relax scient

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

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

State short-staffed after eight senior officers deputed to poll-bound states

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, April 16: The deputation of as many as eight senior IAS and IPS officers from Meghalaya to the election-bound states of

'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

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

Call to expedite GHADC elections, finalise reforms

The TMC candidates asserted that administrative tasks, including the preparation of separate electoral rolls and delimitation, should not require

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

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

You wont have NUCLEAR HOLOCAUST: Trump claims US very close to Iran deal as ceasefire nears end

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

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

The Easiest Way to Boost Productivity is Rest: Tips for Self-Care in a Busy Life

New Delhi, April 17: In todays fast-paced world, many people often overlook their need for rest and relaxation, which can have a significant nega

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

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

Ursula von der Leyen Welcomes Israel-Lebanon Ceasefire, Emphasizes Need for Lasting Peace

New Delhi, April 17: Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, has welcomed the recently declared ten-day ceasefire in the Isra

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

Should the Mythos AI model raise cybersecurity alarms?

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

801 restaurant group files chapter 11 bankruptcy as 801 Chophouse chain faces rising costs and Minneapolis closure

801 Restaurant Group, owner of 801 Chophouse, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy to manage growing debt and business pressure. The sudden closur

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

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

Alliterative expression as the Dravidian movements political weapon

Alliterative slogans shaped Tamil Nadu politics, with leaders like Annadurai and Karunanidhi using them to connect with the masses and win suppor

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

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

FSSAI acts tough against the use of banned artificial ripeners in fruits

India's food regulator, FSSAI, has ordered states to crack down on illegal fruit ripening methods, particularly the use of banned calcium carbide

Sikkim MP Indra Hang Subba Advocates for Two Lok Sabha Seats in Parliament

New Delhi, April 17: In a late-night session of Parliament, the Nari Shakti Vandan Act was discussed. During this session, Dr. Indra Hang Subba,

US Says Lebanon Commits To Stopping Hezbollah Attacks On Israel

The US State Department said that the ceasefire reached between Israel and Lebanon on Thursday entails a commitment by Beirut to prevent any Hezb

IBM 5150 changed personal computing forever: How the 44-year-old PC revolutionized the modern tech world

IBM first personal computer history: The IBM 5150 Personal Computer, launched in August 1981, revolutionized computing by making it accessible to

HC questions SRB approach in Priyadarshini Mattoo case convicts premature release plea

IPL 2026: Prabhsimran, Iyer, Arshdeep help PBKS continue unbeaten run, down MI by 7 wickets

Punjab Kings continued their winning streak by defeating Mumbai Indians at Wankhede Stadium. Half-centuries from Prabhsimran Singh and Shreyas Iy

8th Pay Commission: Government staff seek Rs 69,000 minimum pay, DA merger proposal

Government employees are pushing for major changes in pay and pensions with the Eighth Central Pay Commission. They want a higher basic salary an

CITU holds protests across Haryana in support of casual workers

Rajasthan: SDM and Two Employees Arrested in Bribery Case, 4 Lakh Cash Seized

Jaipur, April 17: The Rajasthan Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) took significant action against corruption on Thursday, arresting Kajal Meena, the S

PanSTARRS comet: Rare celestial event set to light up skies heres how and when to watch

Comet C/2025 R3 (PanSTARRS) is emerging as one of the most anticipated skywatching events of 2026. Discovered in September 2025 by Pan-STARRS, th

Metro 2039 Returns: Why is this the darkest Chapter yet for the iconic post-apocalyptic shooter series?

Metro 2039 is revealed as the next installment in the popular post-apocalyptic shooter series. Players return to the Moscow Metro tunnels. A new

Census 2027 gets under way, door-to-door survey up next

Exercise scheduled to continue until May 15; first phase focuses on gathering dataon housing conditions and access to basic amenities; each enume

AI Development in India Must Focus on Affordability and Efficiency, Says Bureau Official

New Delhi, April 17: Ravi Shankar Prajapati, Joint Director of the Bureau of Energy Efficiency, emphasized on Thursday that Indias artificial int

Local Girl Harshita Verma Achieves 99.8% in CBSE Class 10 Exams

Kathua, April 17: Sixteen-year-old Harshita Verma from Gujjar Chak village, located just 500 meters to 1 kilometer from the India-Pakistan intern

Noida workers stir: Unrest hastens search for national floor wage rate

The move comes in the backdrop of the recent unrest in the NCR with factory workers demanding higher wages after the implementation of the labour

Womens Reservation Act 2023 comes into force: Gazette notification

It is not immediately known why the act was notified in the midst of the debate in Parliament to amend the same law; Congress terms the move abso

Amit Shah Refutes Oppositions Misleading Claims on Delimitation: Dharmendra Pradhan

New Delhi, April 17: Amidst the political uproar over the delimitation issue, Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has launched a sharp attack on th

Pakistans Role in Iran-U.S. Talks: More PR Than Reality, Report Claims

Stockholm, April 17: A recent report suggests that Pakistan played a significant role as a peace mediator during the Iran-U.S. talks held in Isla

ET Family Business Awards: Inox Air Products wins Emerging Titans category

Inox Air Products has been recognized in the Emerging Titans category for its revenue durability and expansion into clean energy. The joint ventu

DC Edit | Tri-colour On World Top Chess Tables

On Wednesday, Vaishali Rameshbabu turned the tables on a tight field to defeat Russias Kateryna Lagno in the final round and edged ahead of Bibis