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Thalambur residents cite wetland loss, flooding risks in Global Sports City plan

Ilanthiraiassumes charge asBSNLsCGMfor Tamil Nadu

The burden of the new Bihar Chief Minister

In order to make a mark, the new government must tackle migration head-on

Seeman criticises State governments welfare schemes, fiscal policies

Canvassing votes for NTK candidates in Coimbatore, he alleges freebies are offset by increased taxes

T.N. Assembly election: PMK poll manifesto calls for T.N. govt. to carry out caste census

He also charges the DMK government of accruing enormous debts without any capital expenditure

T.N. Assembly election: Congress ticket aspirants face uncertainty as leadership tries to resolve disputes

Candidate moves HC seeking change of name in EVMs

T.N. Assembly election: Palaniswami dubs DMK government anti-farmer

He says the five-year term of the DMK government has been marked by a sharp rise in the prices of rice and other essential commodities, and steep

A hundred years ago | Infanticide law in Ceylon

T.N. Assembly election: fourth MDMK candidate also to contest on DMKs symbol, says Vaiko

Asking allies to contest on principal partys symbol is wrong: P. Shanmugam

Heatwave Conditions Likely In AP, IMD Flags Crop Concerns

The number of heatwave days in coastal districts is expected to be higher than usual

Amaravati | Lok Sabha passes Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill, 2026. What did the MPs say?

The Lok Sabha has passed the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill, 2026 which seeks to give legal backing to Amaravati as the States on

The worlds top-20 would be good. That should be the main plan: Abhay

The World No. 25 is pragmatic about his success while acknowledging the role of his coachesWillstropandHarinderpal; the squash star, who prefers

Amaravati Bill Passage Boosts Naidus Vision for AP

With Parliaments approval now secured, the state government would move ahead with greater clarity and momentum, positioning Amaravati as the stat

Supreme Court Satisfied With Bengal Voter Roll Revision

Court backs EC process, sets up tribunals, stresses transparency, natural justice

Bhopal Police Capture Main Suspect in Hoteliers Murder After Encounter

Bhopal, April 2: Bhopal police arrested the main suspect in the murder of hotel owner Vijay Mewada following a brief shootout in the Ratibad area

Southern Command Chief Seth Takes Charge As Army Vice Chief

Lt Gen. Seth assumed charge as Vice Chief of Army Staff from Wednesday.

Amaravati Capital Timeline (20152026)

The central government initiates legal steps for permanent capital status.

CPI(M) demands immediate rollback of property tax hike in urban areas

AfterRanjistruggles,TNCAto revamp the top league

The move to make the first division games four-day affairs is aimed at helping players prepare better for the premier red-ball tournament;TNPLto

Special coaching for Intermediate students targeting IIT and NEET ranks, says Minister Lokesh

April 5 nationwide strike: Whats shutting down and who will be affected

A nationwide general strike, dubbed General Strike 2026, is scheduled for April 5, aiming to exert economic pressure for significant change. Orga

CBI Registers Fresh Case Against Reliance Communications, Anil Ambani on LIC Complaint

Agency alleges misrepresentation, fund diversion in debenture investment case

Court Convicts Three in Sagar Wall Collapse Case Resulting in Deaths of Nine Children

Sagar, April 2: Nearly 19 months after the tragic wall collapse during a religious event in Shahpur, a local court has delivered its verdict. Thr

US flips the script, reverse-engineers Irans famous Shahed drone, and now uses it in combat

The United States has deployed the Low-Cost Uncrewed Combat Attack System (LUCAS), signaling a shift toward affordable drone warfare. Backed by U

Senior leaders efforts, guarantees will ensure big win: DK Shivakumar

Targeting the BJP over rising prices, Shivakumar said the Centre had failed to support people during difficult times.

Weather Forecast and Prayer Timings for April 2, 2026

Maximum and minimum temperatures are likely to be around 36C and 24C respectively.

Tribunals can accept fresh documents in SIR appeals after authenticity check: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court has permitted appellate tribunals in West Bengal to accept new evidence from individuals removed from voter lists. These docume

Gobichettipalayam in focus after Sengottaiyans exit from AIADMK

AAI Celebrates 31 Years of Transforming Indian Aviation

New Delhi, April 2: Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjirapu expressed his joy on the 31st anniversary of the Airports Authority o

Election Commission's new symbol rule to aid parties in poll-bound states

The Election Commission of India has changed its rules on party symbols. This benefits alliance partners in upcoming state elections. Parties lik

Odisha Extends Kharif Paddy Procurement By 7 Days To Safeguard Farmers Interests

The state has already procured around 77 lakh metric tonnes of paddy

INLDseeks crop damage compensation due to rains

We demand that the BJP government conduct a special crop damage assessment and provide immediate relief to farmers by disbursing compensation of

Police Arrest Six More Suspects in Nalanda Sexual Harassment Case

Patna, April 2: In a swift response to a case of alleged harassment and attempted rape of a married woman in Nalanda district, police have arrest

Supreme Court Leaves Bhojshala Survey Objections to HC

Apex court declines to intervene, says HC must follow natural justice principles

O(h)il! Saudi March crude exports halve on-month

Shipments averaged 3.33 million barrels a day during the month, tanker tracking data show. The drop would have been much bigger if Saudi Arabia h

Career advice of the day by Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei, Dont just learn skills that AI can replace focus on becoming someone who can work.... Why Amodei says the safest career path today isnt doctor, engineer, coder. Its: Person who can....

Career advice of the day by Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei: Over 40% of routine office work is now at risk from AI disruption in 2026, making the car

Lok Sabha Informed About Centre Cracking Down on Offshore Gaming

The new law prohibits online money gaming and restricts related financial transactions and advertisements, while enforcing 28 per cent GST.

Minister Duriamurugans vehicle inspected by election squad in Vellore

The Minister was said to have been accompanied by his son and Vellore MP D.M. Kathir Anand and Arakkonam DMK MP S. Jagathrakshakan

Trump says Iran president requests ceasfire, Tehran says 'false'

Pezeshkian had said Iran had the ecessary will for a ceasefire, but only if its foes guaranteed that hostilities would not return

10 officials from previous Badangpet Municipal Corporation suspended

Efforts On To Bring Captured/Tamed Elephants To Centuries Old K.Gudi /Budipadaga Camps

Ruling out shutting down the camps in BRT, a senior official of Biligiriranganatha Swamy Temple tiger reserve told Deccan Chronicle on Wednesday

Daylight Chain Snatching in Kazipet Hours After Gang Arrest

The duo allegedly snatched a three-tola gold chain from her neck and fled.

Punjabs Situation Deteriorating: Fateh Jung Bajwa Calls for Urgent Action

Chandigarh, April 1: BJP leader Fateh Jung Bajwa has expressed grave concerns over the deteriorating situation in Punjab following an explosion o

Youre doing a terrible job: Trump blasts Karoline Leavitt as bad press hits 97%

President Trump publicly chided his press secretary, Karoline Leavitt, during a briefing. He stated she was doing a terrible job handling his pre

Telangana GST Collections Hit 60,840Cr

The number of GST registrations (GSTINs) in Telangana rose significantly to 3,21,043 as of March 31, 2026, compared to 2,48,378 in the previous y

Moinabad Farmhouse Case: SIT Gets Custody Of BRS Ex-MLA

Police disclosed that six persons tested positive for narcotic consumption after being subjected to narco tests.

It's A 50-50 Thing Still: Pant On Opening Through Entire IPL

Pant (7) was run-out at non-striker's end after Mukesh Kumar of DC deflected a straight hit from Mitchell Marsh but the data indicates that the f

'God not secure in Kerala', LDF betrayed Lord Ayyappa for few pieces of gold: Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh alleged that God was not secure in Kerala, accusing the ruling LDF of betraying Lord Ayyappa over gold loss cases.

Early Bird Property Tax Scheme in CURE Area

The scheme is applicable across Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC), Cyberabad Municipal Corporation (CMC) and Malkajgiri Municipal Co

Eli Lilly (LLY) stock soars after FDA approves Foundayo - can this weight-loss pill drive massive growth as investors bet big on obesity drug boom

Eli Lilly (LLY) stock today: Eli Lilly's stock surged over 5% following the US FDA's approval of its new oral weight-loss drug, Foundayo. This ma

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath Urges Acceleration of Development Projects with Quality Focus

Gorakhpur, April 1: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has directed officials to expedite development-related construction projects while ensuring hi

Deadly Herbicide Paraquat Banned in Telangana

A permanent ban on the use of pesticides or herbicides can be imposed only by the Central government.

Solar power system inaugurated at King Koti dialysis centre to cut costs, boost sustainability

NASA's Moon flyby mission primed for launch

The NASA mission dubbed Artemis 2 has been years in the making after facing repeated setbacks and massive cost overruns, but is finally scheduled

Colin McDonald Sworn in as Assistant Attorney General of the United States

New Delhi, April 1: In a significant move to enhance national fraud enforcement, U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance administered the oath of office t

Human Rights Panel Raps School Over Child Safety Lapse

Authorities confirmed that a case has been registered against Rohan Anthony as a juvenile in conflict with law.

AP Government Hikes Number of Divisions in All Municipal Corporations of State

In this regard, the government has amended the Andhra Pradesh Municipal Corporations (Fixation of Strength of Elected members) Rules, 2005.

Traffic Restrictions for Hanuman Jayanti Vijaya Yatra

Traffic police said updates will be available on the Hyderabad Traffic Police Facebook page and on X handle.

Guntur Collector Takes Charge, Stresses on Accountability

Calling Guntur a key district, he urged better implementation of priority government schemes and asked officials to submit detailed reports for a

California on edge: Oil shock looms as Middle East supply crunch hits the US

California may face fuel price rises after Iran blocked the Strait of Hormuz. Oil shipments dropped sharply, creating fears of shortages. Experts

USIran War Causes Cost Escalation for LPG, Essentials, Construction Materials

He said the export sectors started feeling the pressure due to higher freight rates, shipping uncertainties.

NDA leaders celebrate Amaravatis capital status; slam Jagan for Mavigun proposal

Vettori lavishes praise on Kishans captaincy

Vettori underlinedthat Kishan led by example with a 38-ball 80against RCB

Tiger Sighting Triggers Evacuation of Devotees From Ramadurgam Hill Temple

Rampachodavaram DFO G. Siva Kumar said, Our personnel evacuated the devotees from the hill top as a precautionary measure to ensure their safety.

Utkal Sanskrutika Samaj marks 90th Utkal Divas with cultural events in Visakhapatnam

Israeli strike on Beirut kills senior Hezbollah commander

Several large blasts were heard across the city on April 1, 2026, and a column of smoke was seen rising from Jnah, which is home to apartment bui

Revanth campaigns in Kerala, says LDF and BJP have secret pact

Repeat drug offenders can be declared goonda, says HC

Deteriorating Law and Order in Punjab, Says Harsh Malhotra

New Delhi, April 1: Central Minister Harsh Malhotra has expressed serious concerns regarding the declining law and order situation in Punjab, par

Elon Musk's SpaceX Could Launch Largest Ever Stock Market Listing: Report

The Starbase, Texas-headquartered firm could seek to raise more than $50 billion in the IPO, handily surpassing the 2019 flotation of Saudi Aramc

Where will SpaceX IPO get listed, and how will largest stock market listing affect CEO Elon Musk net worth? SpaceX financials, growth drivers and timeline of Musk wealth and business success

Where will SpaceX IPO get listed, and how will largest stock market listing affect CEO Elon Musk net worth? SpaceX has confidentially filed for a

INTUC Protests Against 4 Labour Codes, Calls Them Anti-Worker

The protest followed a call given by G. Sanjeeva Reddy, chairman of the coordination committee of Central Trade Unions and Independent Sector Fed

TPCC Chief To Tour Districts on April 34 To Strengthen Party at Grassroots

Move aims to boost grassroots strength, guide cadre, counter opposition narratives

Lokesh for Strict Monitoring of Mid-Day Meals, Pushes for Digital Learning

Lokesh directed officials to introduce it for Class IX students across the state in the first phase, with plans to extend it further.

Congress Faces Crisis Ahead of Tamil Nadu Elections After Manickam Tagore Resigns

Chennai, April 1: Senior Congress leader and MP Manickam Tagore has resigned from his position as the head of the partys election management and

Senators erupt as autopen scandal explodes at Biden cover-up hearing: 'Who was the real Prez?'

Expedite Giri Pradakshina route works: GVMC Chief

DMK, AIADMK leaders for Madurai East and West Assembly constituencies begin campaign

Karnataka Minister M.B. Patil writes to Centre seeking express train between Bengaluru and Vijayapura

With the completion of the 9.6-km double line railway work between Almatti and Wandal, which has been opened for traffic since March 25, Karnatak

Amit Shah asks Manipur CM to accelerate peace process, approves formation of all-woman police battalion

Zomi community leaders warn of phased and coordinated agitations over delay in justice for MLA who died following a mob assault.

NASA Live: Where can I watch Artemis 2 launch? Check Artemis II launch time, weather updates

NASA Artemis 2 launch live telecast will be available on YouTube, Netflix, Amazon Prime, Apple TV, and others. Check lauch time, other key inform

Remembering Ustad Bade Gulam Ali Khan: A Legend of Indian Classical Music

New Delhi, April 1: In the realm of classical music, certain names shine brightly, their brilliance undiminished by the passage of time. Ustad Ba

Amaravatis Long Journey to Capital Status

The new government moved swiftly to revive Amaravati as the sole capital, restarting stalled infrastructure projects and seeking to restore inves

SIT Inspects Fireworks Unit at Vetlapalem, Observes Non-Compliance With Safety Norms

The SIT is headed by municipal administration principal secretary S. Suresh Kumar.

KitKat theft: Company launches tracker to trace missing bars

The consignment, belonging to a new range of KitKat products (reportedly including a Formula 1-themed line), was being transported from a Nestl f

Fuel Price Surge in Pakistan: Internal Mismanagement to Blame, Not External Crises

New Delhi, April 1: A recent report reveals that the rise in fuel prices in Pakistan is primarily due to internal mismanagement and policy decisi

16th Census Exercise Begins, Nearly 55,000 Households From 8 States and UTs Register

Officials said the web-based portal allows citizens to fill in their details in advance and generate a unique Self-Enumeration ID for verificatio

3-day Vasanthotsavam Concludes at Tirumala

Following the ceremony, the deities were taken back to the temple in a grand procession on three golden palanquins, marking the conclusion of the