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Activist Gurjeet Khalsa Brought Down From BSNL Tower In Patiala After 18 Months; Says We Have Won

SAMANA (PATIALA), Apr 24: Activist Gurjeet Singh Khalsa, who had been sitting atop a 400-foot BSNL tower for about 560 days demanding stricter la

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Tension Grips Narsampet as RTC Drivers Death Sparks Protest, Ex-MLA Detained

Workers attempt to take Shankar Gouds body to depot; scuffle breaks out with police in Mutthojipet

'Conducting Polls But Can't Vote': 65 Election Duty Officers Deleted From Bengal SIR List

Sixty-five election duty officers approached the Supreme Court today, saying they themselves are not in the SIR list in Bengal

Keralas Heatwave: Chief Minister Calls for Self-Lockdown Amid Rising Temperatures

Thiruvananthapuram, April 24: In response to ongoing heatwave warnings across Kerala, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has urged citizens to obser

Go To Gym. Do You Have Boyfriend? Survivor Recalls Harassment At TCS Office

The TCS employee has alleged sexual harassment and mental torture by Shahrukh Qureshi and Raza Memon, two of the seven accused arrested in the ca

BYD car discounts show Chinas EV price war is getting worse

China's car market faces fierce price competition. BYD and rivals are increasing discounts despite government calls to stop. This intense rivalry

Supreme Court refers to another bench plea of AgustaWestland middleman James' plea for release from jail

The Supreme Court has sent Christian Michel's plea for release from jail to a new bench. Michel is involved in the AgustaWestland VVIP chopper sc

Raaka Has a Universal Theme, Reveals Writer Rathna Kumar

Raaka is expected to rely heavily on CGI and VFX, with early glimpses hinting at a beast-like avatar for Allu Arjun.

Pakistan military kills 22 in northwest clashes, child dead in crossfire

A joint military operation was conducted by security forces and law enforcement agencies that resulted in intense exchange of fire in which the m

Activist Gurjeet Khalsa brought down from BSNL tower in Patiala after 560 days

Mr. Khalsa decided to come down after the Punjab government recently notified the anti-sacrilege law the Jaagat Jot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar

Nukkad Naatak: How street theatre and social media helped this indie film stand out

Tanmaya Shekhars debut film uses street theatre to examine activism, privilege and the realities of child labour

BRS Leader Manne Krishank Arrested Over Assault Allegations

Hyderabad, April 24: Telangana police have arrested Manne Krishank, the social media coordinator for the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS), following

HC rejects Pawan Kheras anticipatory bail plea over allegations against Assam CMs wife

Guwahati, Apr 24: The Gauhati High Court on Friday rejected an anticipatory bail petition of Congress leader Pawan Khera in connection with his a

CBSE Class 12th Results Date and Time: Check expected release timeline at results.cbse.nic.in; check steps to download scorecard and more

CBSE Class 12 results for 2026 are anticipated by the end of April, with official confirmation pending. Approximately 18-19 lakh students appeare

Political Turmoil Within Congress Ahead of Kerala Election Results

Thiruvananthapuram, April 24: Political activity has intensified in Kerala ahead of the election results. However, this time the competition is n

Telangana police seek details of Telugu Scribe account under UAPA provisions

West Bengal polls: EC orders suspension of Hingalganj OC over 'bias'

The Election Commission has ordered the suspension of Sandip Sarkar, the Officer-in-Charge of Hingalganj police station in North 24 Parganas. Thi

Daily Quiz: UNESCOs World Book Day and UN English Day

A quiz on the occasion of the UNESCOs World Book Day and UN English Day being observed on April 23

Pakistan tests Taimur anti-ship missile with 600-km range: How it could be part of PAFs plan to target Indian Navy ships

Pakistan has successfully test-fired its Taimoor air-launched cruise missile. This indigenous weapon can strike enemy ships from up to 600 kilome

Was Bengal's 92.8% Voter Turnout Shaped By 90.8 Lakh Voter Purge?

Complaint Filed Against Woman Who Confronted BJP Minister Over Traffic Jam During Mumbai Rally

The incident occurred in the upscale Worli area on Tuesday during a rally organised by the BJP to target opposition parties over the defeat of th

Reviving Panchayati Raj system more urgent than raising Lok Sabha strength to ensure personal political survival: Congress

On Panchayati Raj day, the Congress also said that it is fully committed to strengthening the spirit of Gram Swaraj and congratulated the village

Opinion: Opinion | Behind West Bengal's Record Voter Turnout, A Curious Pattern

We have seen enough elections in recent years to know that rising turnout can hurt an incumbent, but it can just as easily consolidate one.

Democrats slam Trump for amplifying 'racist trash' on social media

He (Trump) does not understand the grit, sacrifice, and determination it takes to build a life from the ground up. He does not understand public

Auto Driver Wins Accolades in Hyderabad for Returning Bag with Gold, Cash

By verifying CCTV footage, the team successfully traced the auto and contacted the driver, K. Nagesh, within one hour. The driver responded promp

Study Abroad: Which English Test Is Best for Indian Students In 2026?

Indian Students in 2026 can choose between IELTS, TOEFL, and PTE based on format, results, speed, and country requirement for study abroad succes

NEET UG 2026: Exam Body Warns Candidates Against Prohibited Items

NEET 2026: In cases of unavoidable circumstances or medical emergencies, candidates must take the approval of NTA before the admit cards are issu

Gauhati High Court Denies Pawan Kheras Anticipatory Bail Plea

Mumbai, April 24: The Gauhati High Court rejected the anticipatory bail plea filed by senior Congress leader Pawan Khera on Friday. This plea was

Iran jabs Trump with cultural detox after hellhole remark on India

Iran's Consulate in Mumbai responded to US President Donald Trump's 'hellhole' remarks about India by suggesting he needs a one-way cultural deto

I Doubt He'd Come: Trump As US Plans G20 Invite For Putin

The United States is this year's host of the Group of 20 major economies and Trump has promised a grandiose summit in December.

Massive Ice Chunk Blocks Mount Everest Route As Climbing Season Begins

The obstruction, a towering 100-foot-high chunk of ice known as a serac, is preventing teams from moving beyond a key section of the route near C

Amit Shah says BJP to win 110+ seats in Phase 1, cites higher turnout as sign of change in West Bengal

Bharatiya Janata Party leader Amit Shah expressed confidence in the party's performance in the West Bengal Assembly elections. He stated that the

Watch: RTC driver succumbs after immolation bid, tension prevails in Warangal

A Telangana State Road Transport Corporation driver who attempted self-immolation amid the ongoing RTC employees strike succumbed to burn injurie

Rising Trend of Micro-Drama Series in India Highlighted by Ashok Pandits Auto Driver Video

Mumbai, April 24: Filmmaker Ashok Pandit has shared an intriguing video of an auto driver on social media, showcasing the growing popularity of m

HM Amit Shah addresses press conference in Kolkata, West Bengal | Election 2026

USS George HW Bush Joins Ford, Lincoln: All About 3 US Carriers In Middle East

USS George HW Bush was moving along the eastern coast of Africa and was in the Indian Ocean on Thursday, joining the other two carriers in the Mi

Nagpur Man Collapses After Gym Session, Mother's Alertness Saves Him From Paralysis

Diagnostic tests found a blood clot in the 23-year-old's brain, which was removed using a mechanical thrombectomy procedure.

China to send giant pandas to Atlanta again

Chinas giant panda loan program has long been known as a tool of Beijings soft-power diplomacy

India and New Zealand to Sign Free Trade Agreement on April 27: Prime Minister Christopher Luxon

New Delhi, April 24: India and New Zealand are set to sign a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) on April 27. This announcement was made by New Zealand Pr

Trump's Messaging Blitz Divides Advisers As Iran Talks Waver

Trump's social media threats intended to humiliate Tehran's leaders make them less inclined to strike a deal with the US.

The Enduring Legacy of Dr. Rajkumar

A singer, actor, yogi, and a soul who bridged generations and film industries with warmth and talent.

Thai court accepts case against 44 opposition figures over royal insult law

The courts acceptance of the case is the latest in a string of setbacks for Thailands liberal, anti-establishment opposition, which has found its

Assembly Elections 2026 Live Updates: 'Anga, Banga and Kalinga' will be ruled by BJP after 5th, says Amit Shah; promises pure Bengali CM in West Bengal

Reviving Panchayati Raj system more urgent than raising LS strength to ensure personal political survival: Cong

NEW DELHI, Apr 24: The Congress on Friday said the Panchayati Raj system has been an important medium for womens empowerment and its further revi

Sachin Tendulkar Celebrates 53rd Birthday: Tributes Pour In from ICC, BCCI, and IPL Franchises

New Delhi, April 24: Legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar is celebrating his 53rd birthday today. The Indian cricket community, including the Boa

Singapore emerging as neutral ground as AI firms navigate Sino-U.S. rivalry

U.S. President Donald Trump brought Sino-U.S. tech rivalry to the forefront during his first term with talk of security risks

Ukraine's Remote-Controlled Drones Can Hit Targets At Great Distance, Says Minister

Ukraine is launching a new level of 'small' air defence which makes it possible to control interceptors at a distance of thousands of kilometres.

Ongoing Drug Crackdown in Jammu and Kashmir: Smuggler Arrested in Sopore

Sopore, April 24: The Sopore police have intensified their efforts in the ongoing campaign against drugs as part of the 100-day drug-free Jammu a

Gauhati HC Rejects Pawan Kheras Anticipatory Bail Plea in Passport Allegations Case

Court denies relief in FIR filed by Riniki Bhuyan Sharma

Trump threatens Starmer with 'big tariff' over tech tax, Telegraph reports

Former US President Donald Trump has warned Britain of significant tariffs. This action is contingent on Prime Minister Keir Starmer not withdraw

Islamabad remains shut for heavy traffic amid uncertainty over U.S.-Iran talks

The administrations of the twin cities of Islamabad and Rawalpindi had closed all major roads and markets in VVIP movement areas on April 19, 202

Trump announces ceasefire extension as Israel continues strikes in Lebanon

The Israel-Lebanon ceasefire has been extended by three weeks after U.S.-led talks at the White House. While the truce has reduced overall violen

Gurjeet Singh Khalsa Ends 18-Month Protest from Telecom Tower in Mumbai

Mumbai, April 24: Gurjeet Singh Khalsa has concluded his protest after 18 months atop a telecom tower in the Samana area of Patiala, Punjab. His

Bengaluru director made a Rs 34 payment mistake, then his account started draining until nearly Rs 74,000 vanished

A 56-year-old company director from Bengaluru lost nearly Rs 74,000 after falling victim to a cyber fraud involving a fake bank reward points mes

Dr. Radhakrishnan Nagar registers the highest turnout in Chennai

Intel earnings signal recovery at U.S. chip maker

Shares in Intel took off late last year after AI giant Nvidia announced it would invest $5 billion in its lagging rival

'Inappropriate and in poor taste': India reacts to Trump's post on citizenship, immigrant remarks

India strongly criticised remarks made by Donald Trump on citizenship and immigration, calling them uninformed, inappropriate and in poor tast, t

Bihars NDA Government Faces Floor Test Amid Political Turmoil

Patna, April 24: Political activity is intensifying in Bihars capital, Patna, as Chief Minister Samrat Chaudharys newly formed NDA government pre

K'taka Energy Minister launches 'HT Mitra' portal for high-tension consumers

The platform benefits over 18,000 HT consumers by allowing them to log complaints, track status in real time, and receive SMS updateseliminating

Trump signals possible military action against Iran, says no rush for deal

Trump emphasized continued US control over the Strait of Hormuz to limit Iran's oil revenues and increase economic pressure. While acknowledging

Govt and country backed army during China standoff: General Naravane

Manoj Mukund Naravane, former Indian Army Chief, has rejected claims that the military lacked direction during the 2020 India-China standoff. Res

Illegal Steroids, Expired Supplements Racket Busted In Delhi

Joint task force seized banned steroids and expired supplements from an illegal hub in Delhi's Najafgarh area.

US-Pakistan ties spark debate over India balance

The discussion reflects ongoing uncertainty in US foreign policy, influenced by Middle East conflicts, China strategy, and broader geopolitical s

Karur stampede is yet to fade from memory of voters at Velusamypuram

Minutes past 2 p.m. Thursday, booth number 15 at the Panchayat Union Middle School, located a few yards away from the scene of the stampede, regi

J&K | Six Tourists Injured After Hotel Lift Collapses In Srinagar

SRINAGAR, Apr 24: Six tourists from Bengaluru were injured after a lift reportedly collapsed at a hotel in the Hyderpora area of Srinagar on Frid

Vishal Dadlani Remembers Jubin Nautiyal: Ive Never Seen Stardom Like His

Mumbai, April 24: In the music industry, some artists are remembered not only for their songs but also for their unique personalities. Jubin Naut

Watch: Manipur sees little respite despite a change of guard under the BJP | The Hindu Editorial

A more pro-active role by the Home Ministry and a genuine effort by the BJP to involve all political actors in easing tensions should help. This

Penchalakona Temple Brahmotsavams amid Natures Splendour from April 27

Nestled about 80 km west of Nellore near Rapur mandal, the centuries old shrine lies deep within the wildlife sanctuary named after Penusila Nara

AP: ED Conducts Raids in Alleged Multi-Crore Liquor Scam

Searches target key accused in Hyderabad, Tirupati, Vijayawada based on SIT report

Quote of the Day by Isaac Newton: Plato is my friend, Aristotle is my friend, but my greatest friend is

Isaac Newton, a pivotal figure in science, valued truth above all. His famous quote highlights this principle. Newton's work in physics and mathe

Pentagon email outlines possible NATO penalties, including Spain suspension, over Iran war rift, source says

A Pentagon email reveals potential U.S. actions against NATO allies not supporting the Iran war. Options include suspending Spain from the allian

Quote of the day by Sachin Tendulkar: People throw stones at you, and you convert them...

Sachin Tendulkar's wisdom highlights transforming criticism and challenges into motivation for growth and success. In today's world, facing const

Revenue Official, Forest Guard Suspended For Dereliction Of Duty In J&K

Jammu, Apr 24: A revenue official and a forest guard have been suspended in Jammu and Kashmirs Samba and Doda districts respectively for alleged

Congress' Pawan Khera Denied Anticipatory Bail By Gauhati High Court

Congress' Pawan Khera Denied Anticipatory Bail By Gauhati High Court

US Democrats Slam Trump Over Hellholes Remark on India, Other Countries

The remarks came after Trump on Thursday kicked off a row by reposting comments by American radio show host Michael Savage that contained derogat

Singer Rihanna Arrives in Mumbai, Greets Fans

Rihanna last visited Mumbai in 2024 and had attended Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's wedding.

Tension escalates in Telanganas Warangal as RTC workers demand deceased drivers mortal remains be taken to bus depot

AI Era Leads to Job Cuts at Meta and Microsoft

New Delhi, April 24: Major technology companies like Meta and Microsoft are preparing to reduce thousands of IT jobs due to significant investmen

How Scientists Changed Their View Of Insomnia

Insomnia rarely occurs on its own, which brings us to one of the biggest changes scientists have made in our understanding of chronic sleep depri

'Dont want power, want BJPs destruction in Delhi': Mamata Banerjee ups ante amid Bengal polls

West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee launched a strong attack on the BJP, accusing them of influencing the state's administration and vowin

Pathogens without payback: when sharing isnt caring

Poorer nations that share critical pathogen data often benefit little from the health outcomes developed using that data. The long overdue PABS f

Bihars Floor Test: Upendra Kushwaha Claims Clear Majority for Ruling Party

Patna, April 24: The political landscape in Bihar is set for a significant event today as Chief Minister Samrat Chaudharys new government undergo

Army chief Upendra Dwivedi inducted into International Hall of Fame at US Army War College

India's Army chief General Upendra Dwivedi was inducted into the International Hall of Fame at the US Army War College, becoming the third Indian

PM takes boat ride on Hooghly river in Kolkata, tries his hand at photography

Cyient gets board nod for 720 cr. share buyback plan

Cyient reported consolidated net profit for the fiscal declined more than 28% to 463 crore from 648 crore a year earlier

Jharkhand Board Class 12 Result 2026 To Be Out Soon; Official Websites, Direct Link

JAC 12th Result 2026 will be released soon. Students can check their results on NDTV Education Portal, DigiLocker, and the official websites.

Sent To Gurukul, 11-Year-Old UP Boy Returns Home Dead With 40 Injury Marks

When Divyansh's body reached his home, family members raised concerns after noticing several injury marks. They alleged that there were around 40

Strong Dollar Continues to Weigh on Gold and Silver Prices

Mumbai, April 24: Gold and silver prices opened lower on Friday, with both precious metals declining by nearly half a percent. On the Multi Commo

Endangered Polar Bears At Risk As US Pushes Alaska Drilling Project

There are concerns about polar bear cubs that if drilling activities disturb their mothers, they could die in helpless conditions.