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Congress suspends 5 Haryana MLAs for cross-voting in Rajya Sabha polls

Earlier, the Congress issued a show cause notice to its five legislators from Haryana for alleged cross-voting

Kolleru Lake faces fresh encroachment; Jal Biradari seeks Supreme Court order enforcement

Jal Biradari National Convenor Bolisetty Satyanarayana says 1.61 lakh acres of Kolleru Lake are encroached, and urges the AP government to act on

We support the womens reservation, but you dont want to carry out caste census: Akhilesh Yadav

Ahead of Assembly election results, Congress leadership debate in Kerala heats up

In a contentious FB post, K. Sudhakaran backs K.C. Venugopal. While Ramesh Chennithala says party high command will take final call, KPCC preside

CK Palle Police receive CCTVs and solar panel under CSR

Relief from heatwave in Telangana likely as IMD forecasts rain between April 19-22

A low-pressure system moving towards Telangana is creating favourable conditions for rainfall, says IMD-Hyderabads Scientist Dharma Raju

Opposition opposing everything: Amit Shah defends govts Delimitation Bill

Amit Shah asserted in the Lok Sabha that the government has not violated any rules in introducing the three bills and urged members to engage in

New Delhi to Kashmir: New Cargo Train Service Launches Tomorrow

Jammu, April 16: Northern Railway officials announced on Thursday that a new Joint Parcel Product Rapid Cargo Service (JPP-RCS) train will commen

Naveen Patnaik Warns Odisha MPs About Potential Risks of Constitutional Amendment Bill

Bhubaneswar, April 16: Former Chief Minister of Odisha and current Leader of the Opposition, Naveen Patnaik, has sent a significant letter to all

Congress risks alienating AHINDA community in Karnataka for the sake of one family, warn Muslim leaders

Say the Congress had acted in violation of norms in taking action against certain leaders in connection with the Davanagere South byelection.

Cases filed against DMK, AIADMK candidates for alleged distribution of 8,000 coupons and 10,000 tokens

Madras High Court Chief Justice Sushrut Arvind Dharmadhikari and Justice G. Arul Murugan agree to hear both the cases on Friday

The leadership agenda: How CXOs are refining work models in 2026

As the hybrid debate fades, CXOs are redesigning work around outcomes, transparency, and what actually drives performance. CXOs have moved beyond

Woman ASI in Punjab's Faridkot suspended for tying 5-year-old granddaughter and leaving her in scorching heat

Sarabjit Kaur, ASI in Punjabs Faridkot, tied her granddaughter to a gate and left her in the heat, sparking outrage

Akhilesh Yadav Questions BJP on Women Chief Ministers in Parliament

New Delhi, April 16: During a discussion in the Lok Sabha on delimitation and womens reservation, Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav raised se

TCS Asks Employees At Nashik Office To Work From Home For Safety Reasons

Women's organisations hold protest

This AI hybrid system makes Delhi to Mumbai trip possible for only 3000 with record breaking mileage of 45km/l

Chinese automaker Geely has launched its new i-HEV Intelligent Hybrid system, claiming a Guinness World Record with fuel efficiency of just 2.22

A defining pivot: PM Narendra Modi frames womens reservation bill and delimitation as Parliaments moment of reckoning

Narendra Modi described the womens reservation and delimitation bills as a defining moment for Parliament, saying they will shape Indias politica

PM Modi's Lok Sabha address on Women's Reservation, Delimitation Bill: Key highlights

A significant legislative package has been introduced in Parliament. This package aims to implement 33 percent reservation for women in the Lok S

Explained | Assams delimitation test

What is the Election Commissions draft proposal on delimitation? Why are people opposing it? Who is going to get affected by the exercise? Why do

Is the delimitation question settled?

Assam delimitation proposal: an erosion of representation

The proposed exercise is allegedly based on communal lines of segregation, rather than on logical geographic boundaries of the State.The plan, wh

Delimitation saga: Wards reduced to 225 ahead of BBMP polls

Repeated demands to publish digital interactive maps of the proposed wards and to allow objections to be filed online have fallen on deaf ears

Warning: Your satellite is about to be hit by debris in space

The year 2025 witnessed the highest number of launches since the beginning of the space age, adding to the congestion in space

Taking India back to the drawing board

We need a robust conversation around delimitation sooner than later, so that lifting of the freeze on allocation of seats does not have to be pus

Austrian Chancellor Thanks PM Modi for Warm Hospitality During Historic Visit

New Delhi, April 16: Austrian Federal Chancellor Christian Stocker, on a four-day visit to India, expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Naren

From womens reservation to gender equality

The recognition of unpaid labour and equitable sharing of household duties will ultimately dictate whether substantive reform in gender equality

Tejasvi Surya Addresses Misconceptions on Delimitation in Southern India

New Delhi, April 16: BJP MP Tejasvi Surya recently addressed concerns regarding delimitation in the parliament, stating that there is significant

Womens quota, panchayats to Parliament

The design of womens reservation should have ideally been informed by its 30-year experience in local governments

Women want change, society needs change

The Womens Reservation Act is the first step toward enabling gender parity

Womens quota rhetoric and reality

Parliament has committed an egregious folly in fusing womens reservation with delimitation

Reimagining Indian federalism

The return of coalition governance to New Delhi offers hope

Time for a Census, come what may

Paradoxically, the Modi government can fast-track delimitation by delaying the population census. The Opposition should resist this tooth and nai

Any further delay in Census taking is perilous

In the absence of a Census after 2011, welfare schemes continue to be out of reach for many

No population Census in the dark without vital data

The Census is not limited to being a mere population count; it includes a wide range of crucial locational, familial and individual information

Centre yet to address southern Indias anxieties on delimitation

The delimitation exercise, constitutionally mandated for 2026, looms large over the debate, and the government and the BJP may have to evolve a r

Are pro-natalist policies the way to address the ageing population problem?

IYC Chief Slams BJP Over Elections, Promises, Security, Says 2029 Wave Will Sweep Away BJP

Jammu, Apr 16: Indian Youth Congress national president Uday Bhanu Chib on Wednesday accused the BJP of vote theft, misuse of institutions and fa

New-to-science gecko Cyrtodactylus jayadityai discovered in Tripura, named after researchers mentor

Cyrtodactylus jayadityai, recorded from lowland forest patches of North Tripura district, showed a significant divergence from its closest relati

Nishant Kumar Vows to Fulfill Nitish Kumars Unfinished Dreams

Patna, April 16: Nishant Kumar, son of former Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and a leader of the Janata Dal (United), visited the party office

Swiggy rider drags food delivery box on road after being paid Rs 35 for 6.2 km trip. Video goes viral

A Swiggy delivery partner allegedly dragged his food box after a 6.2 km trip for Rs 35, sparking online debate about gig worker pay. While some s

How to Choose the Right Shampoo to Prevent Hair Loss and Combat Dandruff

New Delhi, April 16: The issue of hair loss is rising rapidly today, and it is not limited to age or weather. Minor factors, such as using the wr

Startup news and updates: Daily roundup (April 16, 2026)

YourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Here's the roundup for Thursday, April 16, 2026.

MI vs PBKS IPL 2026: Mumbai Indians Eye Revamp Ahead of Crucial Clash vs Punjab Kings at Wankhede

Struggling Mumbai Indians consider a revamp as they face in-form Punjab Kings in a high-stakes IPL 2026 clash at Wankhede Stadium.

What is the significance of the Census? | Explained

When was the first Census conducted? What are the two phases of the current Census exercise? Why is caste going to be enumerated in the upcoming

Cl de Peau Beaut Renews Global Partnership with UNICEF, Aiming to Reach an Additional 7.3 Million Girls

Daisy Rockwells family saga, Ravi Mishra on delimitation, Sundar Sarukkais new novel and more

Kerala Karunya Plus KN-619 lottery result out today (April 16th, 2026); 1 crore prize winning number and full list here

Karunya Plus KN-619 Lottery Result (16-04-2026): Kerala State Lotteries Department conducts the high-stakes draw for the Karunya Plus KN-619 week

IIFL Fintech Fund Backs TraqChecks $8M Series A to Build the AI Infrastructure Layer for Enterprise Hiring

Hansika Motwani Transforms for Gali: A Deep Dive into Lailas Character Look

Mumbai, April 16: In the world of film and web series, creating a memorable character goes beyond just good acting. The characters look, attire,

Shipsy Named a Niche Player in the 2026 Gartner Magic Quadrant and recognized in Critical Capabilities for Transportation Management Systems

Election officials seize gold jewellery worth 245 crore in Adyar

It was seized on the grounds that consignmentlacks movement permission during election

Why Delhi Didnt Pick Virat Kohli in IPL 2008: Virender Sehwag Reveals the Story

New Delhi, April 16: During cricket commentary, past matches often resurface, revealing surprising insights for fans. While commentating during I

SC Dismisses Plea Challenging Transfer of Officers by EC in West Bengal

The bench passed the order while hearing a plea challenging a Calcutta High Court order dated March 31

PM Modi speaks in Lok Sabha | Womens Reservation Bill | Delimitation Bill | Parliament LIVE

LPL Financial Inaugurates Global Capability Center in Hyderabad

New center strengthens the firm's global operating model and commitment to innovation at scale

Andhra Pradesh Fire Services to deploy robot, drones for firefighting in hazardous zones

The drones, with a payload capacity of 20 kg, can carry water, extinguishing powder or firefighting equipment, and will be used in emergencies

Three more arrested in college students attack during robbery bid in Minjur

Police said Dillibabu, 23, of Vallur was initially apprehended in the case

Punjab Police Uncovers ISI-Supported Terror Module, One Arrested

Chandigarh, April 16: Punjabs security agencies have achieved a significant breakthrough. The Counter Intelligence Wing has dismantled a cross-bo

J&K Govt orders Transfer Of Three ARTOs

JAMMU, Apr 16: The Transport Department of the Jammu and Kashmir Government has ordered the transfer and posting of three ARTOs in the interest o

Rahul Dev Transforms for Mor Sab Da Banuga: A Journey of Dedication and Discipline

Mumbai, April 16: Renowned actor Rahul Dev is undergoing a remarkable transformation for his role in the upcoming Punjabi film Mor Sab Da Banuga.

China tells travellers to use caution after 'malicious' US border checks

China has issued a travel advisory for its citizens heading to the United States. The advisory urges caution and suggests avoiding entry through

Supreme Court refuses to interfere with Bombay HC verdict lifting stay on fraud proceedings against Anil Ambani

A Bench headed by CJI Surya Kant did not intervene against the Division Bench decision to set aside a Single Judge order of December last year

World Cup 2026: Fans with disabilities 'excluded'

Complaints that the 2026 World Cup, hosted largely by the USA, is a rip off have been widespread and constant. But it's not just the prices that

No Reservation To Muslims; Quota On Basis Of Religion Unconstitutional: Shah

The home minister said the Samajwadi Party members were saying that they would place the demand for a caste census but he would like to inform th

LIC HFL Announces Recruitment for 180 Junior Assistant Positions

New Delhi, April 16: The Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) Housing Finance Limited (LIC HFL) has officially announced the recruitment of 180 Junio

Reworking the economics of farming, with OpenAI in the loop

Indian farmers produce at scale but rarely track what they truly earn. GramIQ is using OpenAI to turn scattered data into usable intelligence, he

Trinamool Congress Faces Setback as Veteran MLA Abdurr Razzak Quits Before Elections

Kolkata, April 16: Abdurr Razzak, a seasoned Trinamool Congress (TMC) MLA from the minority-dominated Murshidabad district, announced his departu

Women quota bill: Opposition, govt spar over delimitation - Key points from Parliament special session

Rajasthan Sees 18.77% Drop in Crime Over Two Years, Says Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma

Jaipur, April 16: Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma announced on Thursday that the state has witnessed an 18.77% reduction in crime over

The Untold Story Behind Raza Murads Role in Prem Rog

Mumbai, April 16: The film Prem Rog, released in 1982, starred Rishi Kapoor and Padmini Kolhapure. It boldly addressed the societal perceptions s

SC Rejects Pleas of Anil Ambani Challenging Bombay HC Order

The bench requested the single judge bench to expeditiously decide Ambani's plea against the show cause notices issued by three banks

We Lacked A Bowler So We Decided To Go With Pradeep Sangwan : Sehwag

Delhi Daredevils had a lot of top-order batters in the team but it was difficult to fit all of them in batting order.

Pakistan, Bangladesh students 'becoming' gay to seek asylum in UK

An undercover investigation reveals a network in the UK charging migrants thousands of pounds for fake gay asylum claims. Advisers allegedly prov

Russian barrage kills several across Ukraine

A 12-year-old was among those killed as Russian missile and drone attacks hit Ukrainian cities of Kyiv, Odesa and Dnipro.

RBI Announces Recruitment for Junior Engineer Positions

New Delhi, April 16: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI), the countrys sole central bank, has opened a significant opportunity for young job seekers

Impact of Hormuz Crisis on Chinese Airlines Leads to Flight Cancellations

New Delhi, April 16: Tensions in West Asia and the ongoing Hormuz crisis are having a significant impact on global oil prices. As a result, sever

Elon Musks Grok continues to create explicit deepfakes: Report

Female celebrities were among those who were targeted by non-consensual sexual deepfakes created by the X chatbot Grok, in spite of ongoing inves

Jeff Bezos' ex-wife MacKenzie Scott donates $70 million to Meals on Wheels America: How her Amazon fortune is changing lives

Jeff Bezos' ex-wife, MacKenzie Scott has donated big once again, and this time it is $70 million directed to Meals on Wheels America to help the

Wage rage escalates, house help join stir

Day after factory workers protests turn violent in Noida, 350 arrested; police conduct flag marches; additional forces deployed across industrial

Indian Duo Arjun and Aditya Win Gold at US Open Pickleball Championship

Mumbai, April 16: Indian pair Arjun Singh and Aditya Singh clinched the gold medal in the mens doubles 5.0 category at the 2026 US Open Picklebal

Anant National University to Offer Up to 100% Scholarships to UCEED 2026 Rankers

Striped vs Unstriped Watermelon: Which is healthier and which one should you pick this summer?

Choosing between striped vs unstriped watermelon often confuses buyers, but both varieties offer nearly identical nutritional benefits, making th

IRCTC Scam: Ruling on Charges Against Lalu Family Postponed to May 6

New Delhi, April 16: The hearing in the money laundering case linked to the IRCTC scam has been postponed once again. The Rouse Avenue Court in D

Voters cannot be punished for not wanting to vote: Supreme Court

Awareness about the right to vote, and not compulsion, is the right antidote, says Supreme Court

Should delimitation be delayed further? | The Hindu Parley podcast

How much of an impact will the Womens Reservation Bill have? | In Focus podcast

Prof Janaki Nair explains the history of the Bill, the barriers women face in politics and how elected women representatives can usher in change.

Whats going to happen in south India if delimitation takes place? | In Focus podcast

Prof Sonalde Desai explains the whys and hows of delimitation, what will happen to the number of Parliamentary seats in the country if it is impl

Why is Tamil Nadu opposing delimitation?| Focus Tamil Nadu

We take a look at delimitation and why southern States are opposing this process

The Historic Birla Vidya Mandir in Nainital: A Connection to World War II

Nainital, April 16: Nestled in the picturesque valleys of Uttarakhand, Nainital is renowned for its stunning beauty and serene lake. This charmin

Watch: Decoding Stalin vs. Shah fight over delimitation

Chief Minister M.K Stalin has convened an all-party meeting on March 5 to discuss the impact of the proposed delimitation exercise.