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Iran warns of reciprocal action if US blockade on its ports continues

Iran has warned of reciprocal action if the US continues its maritime blockade, while outlining strict conditions for ships passing through the S

DESI survey maps over 47 million galaxies in major cosmology breakthrough

The Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (DESI) has completed its five-year mission, producing the most detailed 3D map of the universe to date.

Mannargudi set for a tight contest as Rajaa banks on development pitch

A predominantly agrarian, the constituency in the heart of the Cauvery delta, continues to suffer from a lack of infrastructure, with several pan

DMK must return to power as they consistently deliver on promises, says Kamal

Opposition to Delimitation Bill in Parliament is a fight against forces that tried to stifle the State, says the MNM leader; he says DMK govt. is

China's DeepSeek is raising funds at $10 billion valuation: Report

Reuters reported earlier this year that the company did not show U.S. chipmakers its flagship model for performance optimisation

EU denies bowing to tech lobby on data centre green impact

We reject the accusation of ad verbatim copy-pasting of industry lobbying, said commission spokeswoman Anna-Kaisa Itkonen

Thousands of authors seek share of Anthropic copyright settlement

Claims have been filed for 91% of the more than 480,000 works covered by the settlement, according to a court filing

Changing job market tweaks students choices

As students choose courses and combinations that are more likely to fetch them jobs, many traditional courses are seeing no or minimum enrolent.

Madhya Pradesh: MLAs sons SUV hits bike, injures five in MPs Shivpuri

Five people were injured in Shivpuri district of Madhya Pradesh after a Mahindra Thar allegedly driven by BJP MLA Pritam Lodhis son, Dinesh Lodhi

Runway repairs completed after IAF aircraft incident at Pune Airport; flight operations resume

Union Minister of State for Civil Aviation Murlidhar Mohol added that air traffic in Pune is expected to gradually return to normal over the cour

White House chief of staff meets with Anthropic CEO over its new AI technology

White House chief of staff Susie Wiles has met with Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei to discuss the companys new AI model, Mythos

Major Explosive Cache Discovered in Bijapur District, Chhattisgarh

Raipur, April 18: In a significant anti-Maoist operation, security forces have uncovered a large cache of explosives hidden by Maoists in the den

Experts, academicians share concern and possibilities of animal and fish breeding rights at WBNUJS

Questions like who owns the breeding rights as well as need for well informed research in the area were highlighted at a discussion organised by

Opposition Celebrates Legislative Victory, Yet Fails to Make Its Case

New Delhi, April 18: The opposition may be celebrating its alleged success in blocking three crucial constitutional amendment bills in the Lok Sa

Odisha FC and Mohun Bagan Share Spoils in Thrilling 1-1 Draw

Bhubaneswar, April 18: In a gripping encounter in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2025-26, Mohun Bagan Sporting Club secured their first point of t

Oppositions Dilemma: Womens Rights and Political Accountability, Says Dharmendra Pradhan

New Delhi, April 18: The political atmosphere heated up after the Lok Sabha failed to pass the Nari Vandan Act on Friday. Union Minister Dharmend

Testing Begins for Surat Metros Major Corridor, Enhancing Connectivity to Diamond Bourse

Surat, April 18: Testing has commenced on a crucial segment of the Surat Metro, increasing the likelihood of launching a mass rapid transit syste

Uppal Metro Station Gets Hoax Bomb Call

Upon receiving information, a bomb disposal squad along with a sniffer dog rushed to the spot and checked the station

Weather Alert: Rising Temperatures Expected in NCR Until April 23

Noida, April 18: The weather in Noida, Ghaziabad, Delhi, and the entire NCR is set to change once again. According to the latest forecast from th

Satyameva Jayate: BJD on defeat of women's quota bill

YS Jagan Mohan Reddy criticised the defeat of the womens reservation bill in the Lok Sabha, saying it delivered justice neither to women nor to S

Navneet Rana Expresses Emotion Over Womens Reservation Bills Failure

New Delhi, April 18: Former MP and BJP leader Navneet Rana expressed her disappointment over the failure to pass the Womens Reservation Bill in t

21 ships turned back to Iran since US blockade began, says CENTCOM

The United States Central Command (CENTCOM) on Saturday said that 21 vessels have been compelled to turn back toward Iran since the United States

Security Measures Reviewed Ahead of Upcoming Events in Kashmir

Srinagar, April 18: The Inspector General of Police for the Kashmir Zone, V.K. Birdi, chaired a security review meeting on Friday at the Kashmir

BJPs Discomfort Exposed After Womens Reservation Bill Fails: Abhishek Banerjee

New Delhi, April 18: Abhishek Banerjee, the General Secretary of the Trinamool Congress, has expressed that the recent failure of the Womens Rese

NDA Leaders Decide to Raise Oppositions Concerns on Womens Empowerment

New Delhi, April 18: In a significant meeting held on Friday, the floor leaders of the ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA) convened in Parl

U.S. Missile Defense Strategy Targets China Amid Rising Military Tensions

Washington, April 18: In a crucial parliamentary hearing on missile defense, China has been identified as the primary strategic challenge for the

Whats in a name? Rajasthan Education Department learns a tough lesson

The campaign was rolled out earlier this week with the objective of suggesting meaningful names for the school going children, as the names given

UP Board Class 10, 12 Results 2026 Likely On April 25, Here's How To Check

UP Board Result 2026: To pass the UP Board Class 10 and 12 examinations, students must secure at least 33 per cent marks. Those who fail to secur

Pune airport resumes ops hours after IAF fighter jet's 'hard landing' - what had gone wrong?

Pune airport operations have resumed after an Indian Air Force Sukhoi 30 MKI aircraft experienced an undercarriage failure during a hard landing,

US made 7 claims in one hour but 'all false', says Iran; warns access to Hormuz hinges on Tehrans terms

Iran has asserted that maritime movement through the Strait of Hormuz will be strictly controlled by Tehran, stating that passage will be allowed

Congress-led opposition chose obstruction over progress: Union Minister Ram Mohan Naidu on defeat of Constitution Amendment Bill

Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu criticised the Congress-led opposition after a Constitution Amendment Bill on womens reservation was defeated in the Lo

Delhi Businessman, Family Held Hostage By House Help, Rs 25 Lakh Jewellery Looted

Domestic help and associates hold liquor businessman's family hostage in Delhi and flee with jewellery worth Rs 25 lakh

BJP Accuses Congress of Betraying Women After Bill Rejection

New Delhi, April 18: BJP leaders launched a fierce attack on the opposition following the rejection of the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill in

Ashwini Vaishnaw Criticizes Congress for Opposing Womens Empowerment

New Delhi, April 18: Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has sharply criticized Congress and opposition parties, accusing them of opposing womens emp

Albanese welcomes Hormuz reopening, warns of global impact

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese welcomed the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and stressed the need for stability, warning that prolo

Vinay Kumar Singh Hints at a Bigger Role in Matka King Season 2

Mumbai, April 18: Actor Vinay Kumar Singh, who is working alongside Vijay Varma in the web series Matka King, has sparked excitement among fans r

Indian Migrants Play a Key Role in Stability Amid Regional Uncertainty in Gulf Countries

Abu Dhabi, April 18: Amid recent tensions and uncertainties in West Asia, Indian migrants in Gulf countries have emerged as a calm yet strong for

Boeing Sees Boost In Military Contracts Amid War In Middle East

Worries over scarce jet fuel became more acute earlier this week, with the International Energy Agency head saying Europe was about six weeks awa

Parliament special sitting LIVE: Opposition hails Constitution Amendment Bill's defeat in Lok Sabha

Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi had accused the government of hiding behind women to alter the countrys electoral map.

Jeelani Banos stories reflected sense of deep social consciousness and internationalism

The evening saw authors and translators Volga and Mehak Hyderabadi reading Telugu translations of Ms Banos stories

Traffic diversion in place, joint inspection for Uppal flyover works

Officials said buses and heavy vehicles heading towards the Warangal Highway will be diverted through the Nagole stretch as part of the arrangeme

U.S. Aims for Balanced Trade Relationship with China, Says Greer

Washington, April 18: The United States is striving to establish a balanced and controlled trade relationship with China. U.S. Trade Representati

West Bengal Elections: Counting Centers Reduced to 87

Mumbai, April 18: The Election Commission of India (ECI) announced on Friday that the number of counting centers for the two-phase elections in W

Opposition Celebrates Victory as Constitution Amendment Bill is Rejected

New Delhi, April 18: Political tensions escalated following the rejection of the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill in the Lok Sabha. Opposition

Ajinkya Rahane Reflects on KKRs Struggles After Defeat to GT in IPL 2026

Ahmedabad, April 18: In a thrilling IPL 2026 match, the Gujarat Titans (GT) triumphed over the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) by five wickets. Follo

Strengthening India-Singapore Semiconductor Collaboration: New Investments on the Horizon

New Delhi, April 18: The India Cellular and Electronics Association (ICEA) has partnered with the Singapore Semiconductor Industry Association (S

Khushboo Patni Expresses Disappointment Over Womens Reservation Bill Failure

Mumbai, April 18: The 31st amendment bill of the Constitution was rejected in the Lok Sabha on Friday after prolonged debates and disagreements.

'We never needed them. They needed us:' Trump criticises NATO over Strait of Hormuz

US President Donald Trump criticized NATO allies for their lack of support during Strait of Hormuz tensions. He stated they were useless when nee

Assembly Elections 2026 LIVE: Tamil Nadu gears up for intense day of campaigning

PM Modi, Rahul Gandhi to lead rallies across Tamil Nadu

Install CCTVs to tackle illegal sand mining: SC tells states

The Supreme Court of India has directed Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh to install CCTV cameras to curb illegal sand mining in the N

Tragic Incident in Jaipur: Two Sanitation Workers Die After Entering Sewer Tank

Jaipur, April 18: A tragic incident occurred in the Jhotwara area of Jaipur on Friday, resulting in the deaths of two sanitation workers during a

Artemis II crew says moon landing absolutely doable

Astronauts from Artemis II said a Moon landing is absolutely doable soon after successfully completing a nine-day mission around the Moon. The cr

Karnataka: Nine of family killed as car catches fire after crash

Nine members of a family were killed after their car collided with a private bus and caught fire in Surpur taluk. A 10-year-old boy was the only

Aditi Rao Hydaris Birthday Wish for Husband Siddharth Is Full of Love

The actor also shared a carousel of pictures, including a few with Siddharth and others capturing candid moments.

Stree Shakti must be real, not proxy

Reservation can open the door for women in our temples of democracy. But it must be ensured that such leaders are truly empowered and not reduced

New ITR Forms for AY 2026-27: Key Changes Every Taxpayer Must Know

New Delhi, April 18 (Udaipur Kiran): The Income Tax Department has introduced updated Income Tax Return (ITR) forms for the Assessment Year 20262

Beware of fraudsters impersonating officials

This report has particular resonance as the admission season will be upon us soon, and several parents will be looking out for their children to

Womens quota law comes into effect in UTs of J&K, Puducherry

Morning Digest: India-flagged vessels start sailing out of Hormuz; United Opposition defeated bid to harm Constitution, says Kharge; and more

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TDP & JDS join other NDA allies in backing bills

Trump Warns Iran: U.S. Pressure Will Continue Until Deal Finalized

Washington, April 18: President Donald Trump announced that Iran has agreed to reopen a crucial global shipping route. However, he warned that U.

Relocation fear returns to haunt Amrabads particularly vulnerable Chenchu tribe

It is a common practice among Chenchus to establish pentas (habitation) wherever they move to in search of food

Rahul turns storyteller, tells LS of his fears & about a magician

Rahul talks of April 16, BJP reminds him of April 17 history

Trump says China's Xi is 'very happy' about Strait of Hormuz reopening

US President Donald Trump shared that Chinese President Xi Jinping is pleased with the Strait of Hormuz situation. Trump expressed anticipation f

IPL 2026: Gujarat Titans Secure Victory Over KKR, Shubman Gill Claims Orange Cap

Ahmedabad, April 18: The losing streak for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) continues in IPL 2026. In a match held at the Narendra Modi Cricket Stadiu

Sajjanar Honors Brave Citizens for Rescuing Minor Girl

Sajjanar praised the youngsters for acting with presence of mind and social responsibility

Trump Highlights Economic Achievements at Arizona Rally, Targets Opponents

Phoenix, April 18: U.S. President Donald Trump praised his economic accomplishments at a Turning Point USA event in Arizona. He also claimed succ

Defeat for delimitation, not womens reservation, says a triumphant opposition

Punjabs border farmers caught between fence and Zero Line

The central government recently initiated steps to relocate the border fencing closer to the international boundary, a move expected to provide s

US judge rejects Bayer bid to block Johnson & Johnson prostate cancer drug claims

A US judge has dismissed Bayer's plea to halt Johnson & Johnson's advertising for its prostate cancer drug Erleada. Bayer alleged false claims ab

Rain lashes Delhi, IMD warns sweeping storms ahead

The MeT office also said that light rainfall with gusty winds was likely in several adjoining areas of Haryana and Uttar Pradesh over the next tw

Rajasthan weather update : Churu Sizzles at 43C, Hailstorm Hits Hanumangarh

Jaipur, April 18 (Udaipur Kiran): Parts of Rajasthan witnessed fluctuating weather conditions on Friday, with intense heat in some areas and rain

In Trump era, fearful left-leaning Americans turn to guns

Left-leaning Americans are increasingly purchasing firearms due to fears of government overreach under the Trump administration. This trend is up

Mirwaiz of Kashmir supports Pope Leo's stand on war, urges world leaders to unite for justice

Mirwaiz Umar Farooq calls for global religious unity for peace. He praises Pope Leo's stance and urges leaders to speak with one voice. The ongoi

Dr. Bharti nominated to WHOs oversight committee for neglected tropical diseases

Dr. Bharti has been included as an independent expert of neglected zoonotic diseases in the 18 membered oversight committee

Complete Padmavathi Childrens hospital as per schedule: JEO

The state-of-the-art facility coming up at the foot of Tirumala hills will also have a helipad at the top to handle emergency cases

Lebanon president says working on 'permanent agreements' after Israel truce

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun announced a ew phase of permanent agreements following a 10-day ceasefire in the Israel-Hezbollah war. He stated

South Africa Triumphs Over India in T20 Series Opener

Mumbai, April 18: The first match of the five-match T20 series between the Indian womens cricket team and South Africa took place in Durban on Fr

Christina Applegate Hospitalized in LA Amid Her Battle With Multiple Sclerosis

However, the exact reason for her hospital stay has not been made public. It is also not clear if the hospitalisation is connected to her MS cond

Man Sets World Record By Dragging 720-Tonne Ship Using His Teeth In Egypt

His effort resulted in successfully completing the challenge and setting a new benchmark.

Artemis Astronauts Describe Charring On Heat Shield During Fiery Return To Earth

The four Artemis II astronauts splashed down last Friday, capping a nearly 10-day test flight in which they reached the farthest distance in spac

Woman Throws Cash From High-Rise Apartment, Sparks Chaos On Street In China

The management office stated that the money had been thrown by a resident of the complex for unknown reasons.

Court to Hear Sonia Gandhis Voter List Case Today

New Delhi, April 18: A court in New Delhi is set to hear a criminal revision petition against Sonia Gandhi today. The case pertains to allegation

Taylor Swift Calls Dakota Johnson's Honesty Refreshing, Shares Glimpse of Their Friendship

Swift began by explaining how people seem to find more about Johnson o fall in love with as she advances in her fascinatingly varied and eclecti

Iran reopens Strait of Hormuz, but with strings attached

The Strait of Hormuz has reopened for commercial ships following a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon. This move initially boosted oil markets.

Iran Asserts No Plans to Transfer Enriched Uranium to the U.S.

Tehran, April 18: Irans Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Ismail Baghaei, has stated that the country will not transfer its enriched uranium to any

April 19 Panchang: Auspicious Moments and Rahu Kaal to Note

New Delhi, April 18: The Panchang holds significant importance in Sanatan Dharma. It determines the days auspicious and inauspicious timings base

US model: Population in one House, equality in the other

Why bring a bill that would fail? Several theories do the rounds