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India Celebrates Record Wheat Production Amidst Global Food Concerns

India has achieved a remarkable milestone in wheat production, with an estimated output of 462.3 lakh metric tons for the 2022-2023 crop year. Th

NOTA loses ground as electors in Tamil Nadu lean towards new political alternatives

In 2013, the Supreme Court directed the Election Commission of India to include NOTA as an option on electronic voting machines, allowing voters

Indias Digital Landscape: A New Era of Connectivity

** India is witnessing a significant transformation in its digital landscape, driven by rapid advancements in technology. The governments initiat

Rising Concerns Over Environmental Degradation in Urban Areas

** As urban areas continue to expand, environmental degradation has emerged as a pressing issue. Cities are grappling with the consequences of ra

Major Developments in Indias Education Sector: New Initiatives Announced

In a significant move to enhance the quality of education in India, the government has announced a series of new initiatives aimed at improving l

Maharashtras New Initiative to Enhance Education Quality

The Maharashtra government has launched a significant initiative aimed at improving the quality of education in the state. This program focuses o

New Initiatives to Boost Local Economy Amid Rising Challenges

The local economy is facing unprecedented challenges, prompting authorities to introduce new initiatives aimed at revitalization. These measures

Lisa Gill appointed Chief Justice of A.P. High Court

She will assume office on April 25 consequent upon the retirement of current Chief Justice Dhiraj Singh Thakur on April 24

A poll boycott to resist shared education, and blockade of EVMs demanding repoll in K. Eachambadi in Harur

Bengaluru garbage tender: Contractor moves Karnataka High Court for probe alleging 9-15% bribe demand by two IAS officers

Mumbais New Initiative to Enhance Urban Green Spaces

Mumbai is set to launch an ambitious initiative aimed at enhancing urban green spaces across the city. This project is designed to improve the qu

Record turnout in WB & Tamil Nadu polls despite violence

Record voter turnout marked Phase 1 of the 2026 Assembly elections in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu, despite sporadic violence and polling disruptio

Russia reports toxic rain, orders locals to stay home after Ukrainian oil strike

Kyiv struck oil facilities in the southern town of Tuapse on April 20, triggering a huge blaze and sending plumes of thick black smoke into the s

Dhoni To Return As Wicketkeeper, Not Just Impact Player; Still Not Fully Fit: Hussey

Dhoni missed his seventh straight game in IPL 2026 in Thursday's clash against Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium, as he continues to recover

19 MSME Parks Operational In AP, 82 More Under Construction

The minister made the announcement during a review meeting at the AP MSME Development Corporation office in Mangalagiri, attended by a delegation

Assam Woman Decapitates Mother, Spends Night With Severed Head

The police said the family hasn't reported any domestic dispute between the mother and daughter.

Government Announces New Initiatives to Boost Agricultural Productivity

** The Indian government has unveiled a series of initiatives aimed at enhancing agricultural productivity across the nation. These measures are

Ponguleti to Launch Praja Darbar in Palair Tomorrow

Officials from all departments in the constituency will attend the programme to provide immediate solutions to public grievances.

CREDAI Welcomes 50% Vacant Land Tax Relief During Construction

Officials said the move was expected to reduce the financial burden on developers, support timely completion of projects and improve utilisation

Major Developments in Indias Digital Economy: A New Era of Innovation

** Indias digital economy is witnessing significant advancements, driven by innovative technologies and a surge in digital adoption. The governme

Amaravati to Be Shaped as Green, Blue City: CM

It also approved Rs 2,540 crore for faade, glazing and cladding works in the secretariat, GAD and HOD towers, and Rs 798 crore for civil works in

Whats the psychology behind people who arrive at the airport hours early and fear missing a flight?

The psychology of people who arrive at the airport too early reflects a complex blend of anxiety, personality traits, and learned behaviour. What

Minister Announces Water for Second Crop in Erstwhile Nellore District

Announcing the decision, Endowments minister Anam Ramanarayana Reddy disclosed that water will be released from May 4 onwards, subject to governm

Polling booth agent arrested for damaging EVM in Tiruvannamalai

The damaged EVM was replaced with another machine to continue polling, which was delayed by around 15 minutes

France waives airport transit visa requirement for Indians

The move follows French President Emmanuel Macrons announcement during his visit to India in February 2026 that he would take measures to ease tr

African proverb of the day: 'He who burns down his house knows why ashes...' - lessons on self-awareness, responsibility, understanding value of things after loss and why thinking before you act is necessary

African proverb of the day: Today's proverb offers deep life lessons and teaches about self-inflicted loss. It emphasizes understanding consequen

Bumper Wheat Harvest In Madhya Pradesh, Centre Ratchets Up Procurement

Responding to the state's push, the Central Government has now approved the a larger procurement target -- marking a sharp jump from the earlier

Radical Preacher Amritpal Singh In Punjab Police's 2-Day Custody In Assam

The two-day remand allows Punjab Police investigators to interrogate Amritpal Singh regarding his role in the February 2024 incident at Ajnala

Man found dead; debt, harassment alleged

Speed of Doing Business Defines AP, Says ReNew CEO Sumant Sinha

He added that support from the state government at both district and state levels had made a significant difference.

Pandalam family member criticises Kerala for stance in Sabarimala entry dispute

Senior representative of erstwhile royal family criticises government in Supreme Court for not being firm in opposing petitions filed by non-beli

105-Yr-Old Misses Voting As Name Not Included In Postal Ballot

Mary Enos, a great-grandmother bedridden now, and being looked after by her trusted maids, still exhibits good memory power and is able to recogn

Over 88 per cent polling in Vellore, nearby districts

Election officials said that among four districts, Tiruvannamalai registered the highest polling percentage with 88.98%, followed by Tirupattur (

Tragic Road Accident in Maharashtra Claims Five Lives, Two Seriously Injured

Latur, April 23: A tragic road accident occurred in the Bhandara district of Maharashtra, resulting in the death of five individuals and leaving

When Numbers Signal The Shift

First-time voters and youth showed up in significant numbers in both urban and rural constituencies

Quote of the Day by Alfred Nobel: 'A heart can no more be forced to love than a...'Inspiring quotes by the legendary Swedish chemist and inventor who also founded the Nobel Prizes

Quote of the Day: Alfred Nobel, inventor of dynamite, believed love, like digestion, cannot be forced. His life balanced scientific brilliance wi

EU Approves $105 Billion Loan For Ukraine, Imposes New Sanctions On Russia

The measures were signed off when Hungary and Slovakia dropped objections after Ukraine restarted oil flows following repairs to the damaged Druz

Visakhapatnam sees record participation for State football selections

Karnataka Declaration at protest convention seeks SIR reset

The confederation implored the State to independently revise voter rolls and prepare a proper state voter list through the State Election Commiss

HYDRAA Commissioner Inspects Works in Ibrahimbagh Lake in Neknampur

Ranganath directed officials to remove silt completely to reduce foul smell and improve groundwater levels

Indian Merchant Navy Officer Stranded in Hormuz Strait, Family Seeks Urgent Help

Jaipur, April 23: A merchant navy officer from Sri Ganganagar, Rajasthan, is currently stranded on a ship in the Hormuz Strait, raising concerns

Jio Drives Broadband Growth Story in AP, Telangana

Jio's most striking performance in the region continues to be its rapid expansion of high-speed home and enterprise broadband.

Telangana, AP Face Shortage of High-Speed Diesel

Dealers blame OMCs, cite refinery issue and delayed releases

Trump shares right-wing anchors rant against Indians, MEA terms it inappropriate

The MEA response came after Opposition members and former diplomats criticised the government for not offering a stronger response to theU.S.

New Research Suggests Fruits And Vegetables May Increase Cancer Risk

The new data suggests diet, specifically pesticide exposure from the so-called healthy foods, could be another factor.

NHRC issues notices to Centre, States over poor adoption of NCERT, SCERT textbooks in private schools

A complaint received by the NHRC had alleged that substitution of textbooks published by the NCERT or the SCERT with private materials translates

Telangana: Rythu Bharosa Covered Farmers up to 2 Acres in 2 Phases

Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy released the funds in two phases, with the first tranche disbursed on March 22 and the second on April 20.

Russia Warns European Nations Against Hosting French Nuclear-Capable Bombers

French President Emmanuel Macron announced plans in March to expand the country's nuclear arsenal and said France may allow European partners to

AP Ministers Study Smart Ports, Industrial Models in Singapore

The ministers said similar integrated development models could be considered for Andhra Pradeshs upcoming industrial corridors

Major Arrests by UP ATS: Two Suspected Terrorists Linked to Pakistani Gangsters Captured

Noida, April 23: The Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) has made significant arrests, capturing two suspected terrorists linked to a Pakist

Pentagon says top Navy official to leave office immediately

No reason was given for the unexpected departure of the Navys top civilian official, coming as the sea service has imposed a blockade of Iranian

Summer Vacation Begins for Most Schools Across Telangana from Friday

The calendar is tighter this year for some CBSE students as the second board exams are scheduled during the vacation, and many are expected to ap

May 2026 SSI payment schedule: Will millions get benefits on May 1, and how much will they receive?

Millions of Americans will receive May 2026 SSI payment schedule USA updates starting May 1, 2026, with confirmed federal timing bringing early-m

1.3+ Crore Votes Decide Hyderabads Favourite Restaurants

15k+ brands won across 110 categories nationwide

West Asia War Poses Risk to Growth-Inflation Says RBI

RBI warns of second-round effects due to energy supply disruptions

Rituals Start at Centuries-Old Gudimallam Temple After Consecration

Architectural features of the temple point to multiple historical layers

Minister Baghel to Inaugurate National Panchayati Raj Day Celebrations on April 24

New Delhi, April 23: Union Minister of State for Panchayati Raj, S.P. Singh Baghel, will kick off the National Panchayati Raj Day (NPRD) celebrat

Jonnagiri Set To Be A Major Gold Mining Hub; Production Likely From Next Month

For the first time in India, a private firm, Geo Mysore Private Limited, will be getting into gold mining operations at Jonnagiri.

Dhruv Shyoran Extends Lead at DP World PGTI Players Championship

New Delhi, April 23: Dhruv Shyoran has solidified his lead at the DP World PGTI Players Championship, taking place in Nuh, Haryana. After the thi

Nepals customs duty is the outcome of a pre-existing provision, will not affect household goods: India

The rule makes it mandatory for travellers carrying goods worth more than one hundred Nepali rupee (NPR) to pay customs duty on the goods. It is

Apple May Bring Major Camera Upgrades in iPhone 18, 19 Pro

New Delhi, April 23 (Udaipur Kiran): Apple is reportedly planning significant camera upgrades for its upcoming iPhone Pro models, aiming to compe

Iran Consulate in Hyderabad Calls Trumps Message Racist

Netizens fire over hellhole comment

Motorola Razr 70 Ultra Leaks Hint Dual Cameras, New Colours

New Delhi, April 23 (Udaipur Kiran): Motorola is likely to launch its new clamshell-style foldable smartphone, Motorola Razr 70 Ultra, soon. Rece

Sivaganga youth overcomes physical barriers to cast first-ever vote

Suzuki Motorcycle Records Strong Growth, Celebrates 20 Years

The Japanese automaker has surpassed 10 million units in production, reflecting steady growth fueled by an expanding lineup and rising demand in

Poll percentage in Sivaganga stands at 76.65%

Nirmala Sitharaman urges bankers to brace for AI threats amid concerns over Anthropic's Mythos

During the meeting, the finance minister urged the Indian Banks Association (IBA) to develop a coordinated institutional mechanism to respond swi

Ayodhya Student Achieves 96.33% in UP Board Exams, Dreams of Becoming a Lawyer

Ayodhya, April 23: The UP Board has announced the results for the 10th and 12th-grade examinations, sparking joy and excitement among students. N

Quote of the day by Bruce Lee: One of the best lessons you can learn in life is to master how to remain calm lessons on stress management, handling pressure, inner peace and why mastering calmness is a key to success by the legendary martial artist, Enter the Dragon star and Jeet Kune Do founder

Quote of the day by Bruce Lee: One of the best lessons you can learn in life is to master how to remain calm, Bruce Lees quote highlights his bel

Honor Earbuds 4 Launch with 46-Hour Battery

New Delhi, April 23 (Udaipur Kiran): Honor has introduced its new Honor Earbuds 4 in select global markets, expanding availability beyond China t

GVMC Tops AP Property Tax Drive as ULBs Post Strong Growth

State links revenue gains to fresh urban reforms push

Jharkhand Academic Council Declares 10th Result 2026 with 95.28% Pass Rate

Ranchi, April 23: The Jharkhand Academic Council (JAC) has announced the results of the Annual Secondary Examination today, April 23, 2026. Stude

Muslim Woman Alleges Abuse, Calls for Bulldozer Action Against Husband

Mumbai, April 23: A Muslim woman in Mumbai has accused her husband of abuse and is demanding strict action, including the use of bulldozers again

CET: First day goes smoothly with 96% attendance

Naidu directs officials to develop Amaravati into revenue-generating growth hub

Chairing the 60th meeting of Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority, the Chief Minister emphasises that the capitals infrastructure

Indian Seafarer Among Crew Of Ship Seized By Iran, Centre Says He's Safe

Two of the three foreign-flagged commercial vessels fired upon by Iranian forces in the strait on Wednesday had 22 Indian seafarers.

Relief as West Bengal sees bonhomie amid bitter political rivalry

Trinamool and BJP candidates at Kharagpur Sadar shake hands, while BJP candidate in Taldangra constituency touches the feet of his rival Trinamoo

Teenager becomes first Congo virus fatality in Pakistan's Karachi

Concern among health officials in Karachi with the festival of Id al-Azha due next month

Israel awaiting US green light to 'return Iran to Stone Age': Defence Minister

Defence minister Israel Katz said on Thursday that Israel was prepared to resume the war against Iran, adding that his country was awaiting a gre

Rare Dual Condition Successfully Treated at PIMS Udaipur

Udaipur, April 23 (Udaipur Kiran): Doctors at Pacific Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) have successfully treated a rare dual condition involv

Jennifer Aniston reacts to Justin Theroux baby news and her one small action has the internet talking

Jennifer Aniston and Justin Theroux share a history spanning nearly two decades. They first met in 2007, reconnected while working on Wanderlust,

Kajol Highlights Information Overload Challenges for Gen Z

Mumbai, April 23: In todays rapidly changing world, the expansion of technology has significantly altered the lifestyles of young people. Bollywo

Who Is Meera Varma? Indian-Origin Activist Injured In California Attack That Killed Her Mother

Meera Varma is a nationally recognised mental health activist and TEDx speaker with more than 10 years of experience.

HC Orders ACB Probe Against IAS Officer Aarti Dogra

Jaipur, April 23 (Udaipur Kiran): The Rajasthan High Court has ordered an Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) investigation against Aarti Dogra, Chairpe

West Bengal Records 92% Turnout in Phase 1, Tamil Nadu Sees Over 84% in Assembly Polls

Tamil Nadu registered 73.63 per cent voting in 2021. It recorded its highest voter turnout --78.29 percent- in the 2011 assembly polls, which the

Dont come to Kedarnath: Viral videos expose chaos, mismanagement during Yatra

Many pilgrims have reported long waiting hours, overcrowding, and inadequate facilities at Kedarnath Temple, with some even advising others to po

France Lifts Airport Transit Visa Requirements for Indian Nationals

Move, announced by Emmanuel Macron, eases travel via French airports

India slams Trumps hellhole remark as uninformed, says it misrepresents India-US ties

India has strongly criticized remarks by former US President Donald Trump. Trump referred to Indians in a social media post as part of a hellhole

Iranians now blame US-Israel, not Tehran, for their economic woes

Iran's economy, known as the 'resistance economy', is facing severe impacts from the ongoing US-Israel war. Economic pressures are mounting, affe

Kota Power Cut for Maintenance on April 24

Kota, April 24 (Udaipur Kiran): Power supply in several parts of Kota city will remain disrupted for scheduled durations on Friday due to mainten