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Chennai Poll Canvas: Royapuram | Fight for housing and livelihood

Chennai Poll Canvas is an election special programme from The Hindu, offering a comprehensive constituency roundup from in and around Chennai for

The Yeet and the Roar: Why Seattle Fans are the Only Ones Who Can Match IPL Energy

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Trump says U.S. will 'dig up' uranium buried in Iran; Tehran does not confirm

The U.S. President said on social media that There will be no enrichment of Uranium and that none of the material had been touched since the June

After losing my son, I'm now fighting for what we built: Rani Kapur on RK family Trust dispute

Kapur has spoken out about the ongoing dispute, calling it deeply painful and personal. She said that after the loss of her son, she now feels sh

Centre approves Jaipur Metro Project Phase-2 costing over 13,000 crore

The Phase-2 corridor will provide seamless connectivity to major activity nodes such as Sitapura Industrial Area, VKIA, Jaipur Airport, Tonk Road

Commerce will flow: Pete Hegseth says Strait of Hormuz open

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated the Strait of Hormuz remains open for global commerce. He announced a significant US military success in

'Trump is not one to mess around': Vance calls ceasefire 'fragile truce', WARNS Iran ahead of talks

Appellate tribunal sets precedent, accepts aadhaar in first SIR case

An appellate tribunal ruled Motab Shaikh and Motab Herul are the same person. The Congress Farakka candidate's Aadhaar card proved his identity.

US-Iran ceasefire set to ease pressure on India's energy supplies

India's energy outlook improves as a ceasefire between Iran and the US brings down crude oil prices. The critical Strait of Hormuz is reopening,

Everybody Loves Sohrab Handa trailer: A slick murder mystery in the offing

ZEE5 has dropped the trailer for Rajat Kapoors Everybody Loves Sohrab Handa, a murder mystery starring an ensemble, including seasoned actors Vin

2026 polls: Are schools open or closed tomorrow in Assam, Kerala, Puducherry, Karnataka and other states?

Schools and colleges in Kerala and Puducherry will be fully closed on April 9, 2026, due to State Assembly elections. Other states like Assam, Ka

Who is Dianna Russini, who was spotted holding hands and hugging New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel?

New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel and New York Times NFL reporter Dianna Russini were photographed holding hands and hugging at a luxur

Vietnamese Company to Boost Modern Urban Development in Maharashtra: CM Fadnavis

Mumbai, April 8: The Vietnamese company Vingroup Joint Stock Company has pledged an investment of approximately $8.5 billion (71,000 crore) in Ma

Mailing your tax return? Your deadline could be April 9 act fast

People mailing paper tax returns may need to act early this year. Postal changes could delay postmarks, making some returns appear late. Experts

Trump warns of 50% tariffs on nations supplying weapons to Iran

United States President Donald Trump has issued a stern warning. Any nation supplying military weapons to Iran will face an immediate 50 percent

Bomb threat email to Bengaluru airport turns out to be hoax; case registered

The sender of the email, reportedly written in Tamil, claimed to be part of a group from Coimbatore wanting to take revenge against the DMK-led T

CAG flags major violations in Visakhapatnam Rushikonda resort project, costs surge to 350 crore

CAG audit finds no Detailed Project Report, no judicial preview, and contract lapses in Rushikonda resort redevelopment; project cost rose from 1

Rupee likely to stabilise at 92-93 level: EAC-PM Chairman Mahendra Dev

The chairman of the EAC-PM noted that India's economic resilience and sound macroeconomic fundamentals provide the capacity to absorb external sh

IAF's Tejas fighter jet return to skies today after 2-month grounding

The Indian Air Forces indigenous LCA Tejas fleet is expected to resume operations from April 8 after a nearly two-month grounding caused by a tec

Security Forces Neutralize IED in Shopian, Jammu and Kashmir

Srinagar, April 8: Security forces in Shopian district of Jammu and Kashmir successfully detected and neutralized an improvised explosive device

Tweets by journalist Rana Ayyub derogatory, communal: Delhi High Court

Justice Purushaindra Kumar Kaurav, who was hearing a lawyer's petition alleging that Ms. Ayyub's tweets insulted Hindu Deities and evered histor

China-mediated Pakistan-Afghan dialogue concludes without agreement

BEIJING, Apr 8: The week-long China-mediated talks between Pakistan and Afghanistan to end fighting concluded without an agreement, with Beijing

Crushing DEFEAT, clearly BACKFIRED!: Russia 'makes fun' of Trumps Iran win claim, welcomes truce

'Godman' Kharat gets 14-day judicial custody in second rape case

Nashik court sends self-styled godman Ashok Kharat to judicial custody until April 21. He faces a second rape case involving sexual exploitation

First Batch of Imported Goods Arrives in China for 139th Canton Fair

Beijing, April 8: The first batch of imported goods for the 139th China Import and Export Fair, commonly known as the Canton Fair, successfully e

Quote of the day by Arthur Schopenhauer: 'Man can do what he wills, but he cannot will what he wills.' Life advice from German philosopher who admired Indian texts like Upanishads & Bhagavad Gita

Arthur Schopenhauer, a 19th-century German philosopher, posited that while individuals can act on their desires, they cannot choose those desires

Iran-Israel-US war: Pete Hegseth claims decisive US victory over Iran, says missile programme functionally destroyed

America claims a major military success against Iran. US forces conducted hundreds of strikes, crippling Iran's defense and missile capabilities.

Nitish Kumar will take oath as Rajya Sabha MP on Friday, says Bihar minister

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar will take oath as a Rajya Sabha member on Friday in New Delhi. He is scheduled to leave for the capital on Thur

RBI's calibrated decision aimed at strengthening economic environment: Experts

The Reserve Bank of India has kept its key policy rate unchanged. This decision reflects a cautious approach amid global economic uncertainties.

Priyank Kharge Defends Congress Presidents Venomous Snake Remark, Criticizes Assam CM

Bengaluru, April 8: Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge expressed strong objections on Wednesday to comments made by Assam Chief Minister Himanta B

Rising mercury fails to dull poll outreach in Erode

With just two weeks left for the hustings, political parties step up canvassing votes across Erode district, and not even a heatwave on the loose

Startup news and updates: Daily Roundup (April 8, 2026)

YourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Here's the roundup for Wednesday, April 8, 2026.

JBMs 1,282 e-buses registered across 5 states in FY26

MUMBAI, Apr 8: JBM Auto on Wednesday said its 1,282 e-buses were registered across five states with a 24 per cent market share in the just conclu

Pentagon LIVE: Hegseth, Caine hold URGENT briefing as Trump announces Iran ceasefire | Op Epic Fury

WTI, Brent crude oil, and natural gas price crash today: Whats happening with oil and gas prices as crude plunges 18% and gas slips 5% in a dayand how the Strait of Hormuz reopening could send gasoline sharply lower next?

WTI, Brent crude oil, and natural gas price crash today: Oil and gas prices plunge sharply as WTI drops 17% to $93.45 today. Brent crude falls ov

US Vice President JD Vance warns truce 'fragile,' says Trump 'impatient' for progress

Speaking during a visit to Budapest on Wednesday, US Vice President JD Vance welcomed the ceasefire with Iran, but warned that it was being misre

Sensex, Nifty jump nearly 4 pc on US-Iran ceasefire, correction in crude prices

MUMBAI, Apr 8: Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty ended nearly 4 per cent higher on Wednesday, following an impressive rally in global mar

Cannot be three days of untouchability for women, says Justice B V Nagarathna during Sabarimala case hearing

A Supreme Court judge has voiced strong disapproval of the practice of barring menstruating women from the Sabarimala temple. Justice B V Nagarat

Chinas First 180,000 Cubic Meter LNG Carrier Successfully Completed

Beijing, April 8: Chinas first independently designed and built 180,000-cubic-meter liquefied natural gas (LNG) carrier has been successfully com

IPL 2026 | We didnt execute our bowling plans, says Jayawardene

CRICKET | They have the license to go up front. I think we missed our line and lengths, and they played really well

Hemant Badri to lead Flipkarts AI charter as CEO Krishnamurthy outlines next-decade vision

NEW DELHI, Apr 8:Hemant Badri will lead Flipkarts artificial intelligence transformation charter, as the Walmart-owned e-commerce giant intensifi

Iran war one of the greatest miscalculations by US president Trump Middle East expert

Fawaz Gerges, a professor of Middle Eastern politics and international relations at the London School of Economics, has told DW that US President

High Potential Season 3 Buzz: Will Nick Wagner return after shocking finale twist? Spoilers!

With renewal confirmed, High Potential Season 3 is expected to focus on the fallout of the Season 2 finale. It is expected to explore Romans myst

India eyes higher farm output this year, confident of supporting global food supply amid uncertainty: DARE Secy Jat

ICAR is advancing conservation agriculture and climate-resilient wheat research, focusing on water-use efficiency, farmer incomes, and nutritiona

Goa nightclub fire: ED attaches assets worth over 17 crore

The federal probe agency took action against the 'Birch by Romeo Lane' club under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).

Major Grain Seizure in Maharashtras Kedgaon Amid Black Market Concerns

Pune, April 8: The Yavat police have conducted a raid at the Agricultural Produce Market Committee premises in Kedgaon, Maharashtra, seizing a si

Israel says hit Hezbollah sites 'in largest coordinated' strikes across Lebanon

The Israeli military said it struck around 100 Hezbollah sites across Lebanon on Wednesday, describing the operation as the largest coordinated s

Assam Assembly Election 2026 Dates: When is voting? Full schedule and voter details

Assam elections 2026: Assam will head to the polls on April 9, 2026, to elect 126 members to its Legislative Assembly, with results due on May 4.

Trump meets NATO chief as Iran war strains alliance

President Donald Trump meets with NATO chief Mark Rutte at the White House. Tensions are high over the Iran war and Trump's threats to leave NATO

Over 150 fall ill after suspected food poisoning at temple feast in Mattannur in Kerala

Health authorities say a majority of patients were discharged after being administered fluids, but children and elderly persons continued to retu

Srinagar police bust another multi-state Al Falah-type LeT network

Searches across 19 locations in J&K, Rajasthan and Haryana so far have led to the detention or arrest of six OGWs in Haryana, four in Rajasthan a

Cabinet Approves Cost Revision and Equity Investment for HPCL Rajasthan Refinery Limited

New Delhi, April 8: The Economic Affairs Committee of the Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved an increase in the cost

NHAI shares update on expressway that will reduce travel time between Kanpur, Lucknow to 1.5 hours; check key details

Uttar Pradesh's National Expressway 6, a 63-km, six-lane route connecting Lucknow and Kanpur, is nearing completion. This access-controlled corri

Charitable trust deed stone inscription deciphered

Kerala elections 2026: 5 factors that could decide the verdict

Kerala gears up for a pivotal assembly election as the LDF seeks a rare third consecutive term under CM Pinarayi Vijayan. Key factors influencing

Major Administrative Reshuffle in Tamil Nadu Ahead of Assembly Elections

Chennai, April 8: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has initiated a significant administrative reshuffle in Tamil Nadu ahead of the state as

Opinion: Opinion | Trigger To Mere Bystander: Is This The Loneliest Day For Netanyahu?

Israel, the US's closest partner in the region and which lured Trump to take on Iran, was ultimatelt a mere spectator to the ceasefire agreement.

What are VOCs?

Ever recognised the unique smell of new books, fresh paint, or the inside of a brand new car? If you have, then have you ever wondered the reason

Is Nvidia stock still the safest AI bet in 2026? Why is Nvidia (NVDA) stock surging 3.5% in todays premarket and whats next for NVDA shares?

Is Nvidia (NVDA) stock still the safest AI bet in 2026? Nvidia (NVDA) stock jumps 3.5% in premarket to $184.45 after geopolitical relief. The U.S

Trump Says US to Dig Up Iran Uranium; Tehran Silent

The president said on social media that There will be no enrichment of Uranium and that none of the material had been touched since the June atta

Kerala & Assam Elections 2026: How to find your polling station online

Kerala and Assam are gearing up for Assembly elections on April 9, 2026, with authorities ensuring smooth voting by urging voters to check pollin

India's nuclear ambitions reach 'criticality': The new reactor will generate inexhaustible fuel for centuries

India achieved a major nuclear milestone on April 6, 2026, when the 500 MWe Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR) at Kalpakkam attained criticali

Puducherry election 2026: Check date, time, Voter ID rules and more

Puducherry Assembly Elections 2026 are scheduled for April 9 across 30 constituencies in a single phase. Over 9 lakh voters are eligible to cast

Rashid Alvi Praises Pakistans Role in US-Iran Ceasefire Agreement

New Delhi, April 8: Congress leader Rashid Alvi commended Pakistan for its role in facilitating a ceasefire agreement between the United States a

Dry Days declared for polls in Tiruvarur district

Iran ceasefire taken into account for policy decision: RBI

Reserve Bank Governor Sanjay Malhotra expressed optimism over the US-Iran ceasefire, labeling it a welcome piece of news. This event played a rol

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Vance Reveals How An Impatient Trump Wants To Move In Talks With Iran

US Vice President JD Vance, on his trip to Hungary, admitted that Trump showed interest in reaching an agreement with Iranians in good faith.

Indian Cabinet Approves Major Hydro Projects in Arunachal Pradesh

New Delhi, April 8: The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved two significant hydro

Decriminalising Adultery, Same-Sex Relations Not Good Law: Centre to SC

How do you then define morality on that basis? Thereafter, subsequently, there may be an evolution or change in understanding, Mehta said.

Palaniswami Labels DMK a Failure Model, Criticizes Stalin Government on Jobs and Flood Issues

Chennai, April 8: Edappadi K. Palaniswami (EPS) launched a scathing attack on the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) government on Wednesday,

In Iran, Trump faces the limits of American power | Analysis

The U.S.-Israeli war on Iran has not just failed to achieve its declared objectives but also reinforced Irans standing as a major regional power

Kerala and Assam Elections 2026: How to download your voter ID, step-by-step guide to get your E-EPIC

Kerala and Assam are gearing up for Assembly elections on 9 April 2026, with final preparations underway to ensure smooth voting. Voters are enco

Gold Climbs Rs 3,007 In Futures Trade After US-Iran Ceasefire Spurs Rally

The yellow metal for June delivery appreciated by Rs 3,007, or 2 per cent, to Rs 1,53,296 per 10 grams.

Cabinet approves Rs 41,534 cr P&K fertilisers subsidy for kharif 2026 season

In a strategic move to enhance agricultural output, the government has rolled out a substantial subsidy of Rs 41,534 crore aimed at supporting Ph

The United Arab Emirates says its air defences are firing at an incoming Iranian missile barrage, reports AP.

The United Arab Emirates says its air defences are firing at an incoming Iranian missile barrage, reports AP. The post The United Arab Emirates s

Woman's Body Found Stuffed Inside Bed Box In Delhi, 3 Arrested: Cops

The body of a 35-year-old woman with strangulation marks was found stuffed inside a double bed storage box at a paying guest (PG) accommodation i

Welcome Ceasefire Between US, Iran: NC Chief Farooq Abdullah

SRINAGAR, Apr 8: National Conference (NC) president Farooq Abdullah on Wednesday welcomed the ceasefire between the US and Iran, saying dialogue

Actions without excessive thinking: How does our brain form habits?

Whether its filling your waterbottle before school, or reaching for your phone every few minutes. Ever wonder why your body seems to have a mind

Man In Coma Since 2025, Wife Seeks Court Approval To Preserve His Sperm

Arjit Gaur, counsel for the petitioner, stated that the woman is requesting permission to preserve a sperm sample while it is still viable.

Trump claims 'regime change' in Iran, vows no uranium enrichment, says many of 15 peace points already agreed

Following a ceasefire, President Donald Trump declared Iran has experienced regime change. The United States will now collaborate with Iran on de

Tesla stock crashes 23% YTD before earnings but TSLA jumps 5% in todays premarket is FSD breakthrough and robotaxi hype enough to revive Tesla shares now?

Tesla stock is down 23% in 2026, hitting a $337 low recently. Investors are nervous ahead of the April 22 earnings report. Tesla stock rebounded

India welcomes ceasefire, stresses dialogue and diplomacy

Government calls for de-escalation and unimpeded navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, does not acknowledge Pakistans role in U.S.-Iran ceasef

Madhya Pradeshs Chief Minister Highlights Agricultural Prosperity at Agriculture Conclave 2026

Jabalpur, April 8: Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav addressed the Agriculture Conclave 2026 held at Jawaharlal Nehru Agricultural University (JNAU)

Karnataka 2nd PUC Result 2026 To Be Out On April 9 At 3 PM, Here's How To Check

Karnataka Board KSEAB 12th Result Date And Time:

Teen dies after violent clash at juice centre in Mehdipatnam

Iran Celebrates Ceasefire But Distrust Persists Over US, Israel Actions

Apparent rifts within the Iran administration, echoed by contradictory views on the streets, will put strain on the ceasefire ahead of scheduled

Jaisalmer Thief Who Left Sarcastic Lipstick Note Mocking Police Finally Arrested

The accused, Tejaram Suthar, 39, drew widespread attention for leaving sarcastic lipstick messages on the wall mocking the police and advising th

DMK, BJP alliances in shambles due to intense infighting: TVK chief Vijay

Mr. Vijay claimed that a section of the Congress party had been purchased by the DMK, while the real Congress was with the TVK, which was strivin