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Iran fires on three ships in Strait of Hormuz, complicating efforts to resume U.S.-Iran talks

Iran opened fire on a container ship in the strait, and a second was attacked a short time later, according to the British militarys United Kingd

Keralas farm sector reports losses arising from scorching summer heat

As many as 2,032 farmers across 14 districts have been affected by the crop loss arising from the intense summer temperatures and absence of seas

Why Sydney Sweeneys The Devil Wears Prada 2 cameo was cut and what it means for the sequel

The Devil Wears Prada 2 features a major ensemble, with returning stars Anne Hathaway, Meryl Streep, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci reprising the

In Pictures: South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and First Lady Kim Hea Kyung Visit India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and South Korean President Lee Jae Myung have agreed to further cement the close relationship between the two countr

Stock markets snap 3-day rally, Sensex tumbles 757 points dragged by IT shares, jump in oil prices

The 30-share BSE Sensex tanked 756.84 points or 0.95% to settle at 78,516.49

CUET PG 2026 Result To Be Out On April 24, Says Exam Body NTA

CUET PG Result Date: NTA will declare the CUET PG 2026 result on April 24, 2026, accessible via exams.nta.nic.in using application number and pas

Chinese Woman Goes Viral After Winning 7-Day Paid Rain Leave, Internet Reacts

Commenting on the woman's lucky draw prize, one social media user wrote that this is exactly the kind of benefit workers dream of.

Calamaria garoensis: New snake species discovered in Meghalaya's Garo hills

New snake species, burrowing reed snake, have been discovered by scientists named Calamaria garoensis, in the Garo Hills of Meghalaya. The small,

Why are oil and gas prices up now, and will US WTI, Brent crude futures, British and Dutch gas rates continue to rise or drop again? Strait of Hormuz closure, container ships gunfire attacks, analysts insights, market outlook, investor guide

Why are oil and gas prices up now, and will US WTI, Brent crude futures, British and Dutch gas rates continue to rise or drop again? Oil and gas

Srikanth Sivarajs debut solo exhibition at Lalit Kala Akademi explores art, travel and memory

Rendered in graphite, colour pencils, pastels, and inks, the pieces reflect not just places seen but also experiences lived

At this Chennai pop-up, cheese meets coffee in unexpected Ways

Chennai-based cheesemaker Kse collaborates with roastery and caf Beachville for a limited-time pop-up that rethinks how cheese is paired with cof

Finnish Air Force Trainee Pilots Draw Two Giant Penis-Shaped Flight Patterns In Sky

Trainee pilots in Finland drew two giant penises in the sky during a training flight and faced disciplinary action.

Nepal Home Minister resigns following controversy over financial dealings

Kathmandu, April 22: Nepals Home Minister, Sudan Gurung, who was also one of the prominent faces of the Gen-Z movement in last September, announc

AAP will not contest mayoral poll to expose BJP failure: Saurabh Bharadwaj

In the 250-member MCD House, the BJP has a comfortable majority of 123 councillors

Security Audit Conducted At Shiv Khori Shrine In J&Ks Reasi

JAMMU, Apr 22: Police said a comprehensive security audit was conducted at the revered Shiv Khori Shrine in Reasi district of Jammu and Kashmir,

In Focus podcast | How to make Indias metro systems serve our cities better?

Prof. Shalini Sinha speaks to us about whether Indias expanding metro networks are truly transforming urban mobility

Pumpkin Seeds vs Sunflower Seeds: Which Is A Better Source Of Fibre, Magnesium And Protein?

Both seeds offer unique health benefits, so incorporating a variety of nuts and seeds into your diet can help you achieve a well-rounded nutrient

Take five for International Jazz Day 2026

Jazz Day is back with a slew of events taking place all over Bengaluru this year

US Blocks Plane Carrying $500 Million Cash To Iraq Over Iran War: Report

The US State Department said this month it had summoned Iraq's ambassador to Washington to express strong condemnation of attacks by pro-Iran gro

Pahalgam attack anniversary: Shiv Sena (UBT) stages symbolic coffin protest

Jammu and Kashmir Shiv Sena (UBT) staged a symbolic protest by carrying a green coffin to mark the first anniversary of the Pahalgam terror attac

El Nino to Hit NBFC-MFIs, Agri-Equipment Finance, Agri MSMEs Most

Rain-fed Maharashtra and parts of Karnataka face the highest exposure, while Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Uttar Pradesh benefit from a stronge

Nitish approves new list of JD(U) office bearers; Nishant conspicuous by his absence

Nitish Kumar, JD(U) chief, approved new national office bearers. The list includes a vice president and 11 general secretaries. Kumar's son Nisha

IRS officer's daughter raped, strangled to death with charging cable in southeast Delhi home

A 22-year-old woman, daughter of a senior IRS officer, was allegedly raped and murdered at her Delhi residence. Preliminary inquiry suggests she

Tesla will bring humanoid robot Optimus to India at appropriate time: Official

The company will also look at bringing its vertically integrated energy solution business to the country at an appropriate time, Tesla chief for

American tourist sexually assaulted at Karnataka homestay

According to police sources, the woman had checked into the homestay named `Devi Villa` on April 19, when she was allegedly sexually assaulted by

How Diabetes And Heart Disease Impact Sexual Health In Men, Women

Diabetes and heart disease can quietly affect sexual health by damaging blood vessels, nerves and hormones.

Eveready Sets Up Rs 200 Cr Plant In Samba; LG Highlights Jobs, Growth Push

JAMMU, Apr 22: Jammu and Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday inaugurated a Rs 200 crore industrial unit of Eveready Industries India in

West Bengal, Tamil Nadu gear up for polls

After an intense campaign season, Tamil Nadu and West Bengal are hours away from going to the polls.

Mamata Banerjee's Actions Put Democracy In Jeopardy: Top Court In I-PAC Case

Mamata Banerjee's Actions Put Democracy In Jeopardy: Top Court In I-PAC Case

South Korean court cuts jail time for battery CEO over deadly plant fire

A court sentenced Aricell CEO Park Soon-kwan to 15 years in prison in September last year, saying the company's practices had prioritised profit

Gut Microbiome Changes In Parkinson's Risk Gene Carriers Could Help Predict Disease: Analysis

A study found that gut microbiome changes in carriers of the GBA1 gene variant may signal early Parkinsons disease development.

Mumbai gridlock: Woman confronts Minister Girish Mahajan during BJP rally

A BJP protest in Mumbais Worli over the womens reservation bill, sparked traffic chaos, leading to a viral confrontation between a commuter and M

I-PAC raid case: Supreme Court pulls up Mamata Banerjee, says a CM can't just walk in during a probe

The Supreme Court censured West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee at the hearing on the I-PAC raid case. The court said a Chief Minister cann

On Pahalgam attack anniversary, Army says response is assured against acts of terror

Top Indian military leaders in the past year have asserted multiple times that Operation Sindoor still continues, and the countrys military prepa

Defamation case against Rahul: U.P. court reserves order for May 2

Rahul Gandhi's counsel, Kashi Prasad Shukla, said the court heard submissions on the plea moved by the complainant's lawyer Santosh Kumar Pandey,

'Can't shut our eyes to realities': SC slams Mamata's 'interference' in I-PAC raid case

A bench of Justices PK Mishra and NV Anjaria told the counsels arguing on behalf of the West Bengal administration which includes the CM Mamata B

After Thrissur Pooram Tragedy, Devaswom Board Leaves Fireworks Decision to Govt

In the wake of the massive tragedy that claimed 14 lives in Thrissur, the officials connected with the Thrissur Pooram festival have left it to t

2 Ships Attacked, Being Taken To Iran Amid US Stalemate: Report

2 Ships Attacked, Being Taken To Iran Amid US Stalemate: Report

DPIIT rolls out multi-sectoral regulatory relaxations to bolster industrial supply chains

The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade is ensuring continuous supply of fuel, gas, and essential raw materials. Measures inc

Israel stands together with India in fight against terrorism: Israeli FM

JERUSALEM, Apr 22: Vowing to fight against terrorism resolutely in all its form, Israel on Wednesday expressed solidarity with grieving India on

BJP, Congress Activists Clash in Jammu Over Womens Quota Bill

The administration had put up heavy barricades and barbed wire to prevent the BJP rally from heading toward the Congress office.

TCS case: Court denies interim relief to arrested software professional in related matter

A court in Nashik has denied interim protection from arrest to TCS employee Danish Shaikh. He is already arrested in one of nine FIRs concerning

US at risk of missile shortage after depleting stockpiles in Iran war, report warns of future conflict vulnerability

America's missile reserves are significantly depleted after the recent conflict with Iran. Experts warn this creates a near-term risk of ammuniti

Indian national among 50 foreigners arrested in Sri Lanka over visa overstay

COLOMBO, Apr 22: An Indian national is among 50 people arrested in Sri Lanka over visa overstay, according to a media report on Wednesday. The ar

T.N. police bust cyber slavery network, foil trafficking of victims to Cambodia scam compounds

Victims were lured through fake recruitment processes, including typing tests, video interviews, and medical examinations, with promises of high

Watch: Leopard attack in Madhya Pradesh causes mayhem, 4 injured

Zach Galifianakis brings humour to gardening in a Netflix series premiering on Earth Day

LOS ANGELES, Apr 22: You might not realise it, but watching Zach Galifianakis poke around in the dirt like hes just discovered it is exactly what

IEWG study favours Social Justice 2.0, a paradigm of targeted social policy

Time ripe to move to new paradigm of share of proportional backwardness, the study said

Real need for Security Council reform, will push for it: UNSG candidate Bachelet

UNITED NATIONS, Apr 22: UN Secretary General candidate Michelle Bachelet said there is a real need for Security Council reform and greater repres

Of MGR, Sivaji Ganesan, and Tamil Nadus star-studded politics

Actors with huge fan followings, such as Sivaji Ganesan, Kamal Haasan, and Vijayakant, as well as popular stars like K. Bhagyaraj, Karthik, and R

Census phase 1: Over 26 lakh households have availed self-enumeration facility

More than 26 lakh households have used the self-enumeration option for the ongoing Census Phase 1. This digital initiative for Census 2027 shows

Citadel 2 to be released on May 6; Priyanka Chopra, Richard Madden return

LOS ANGELES, Apr 22: Priyanka Chopra and Richard Madden return as elite spies in the second season of Prime Video series Citadel, which is set to

How Dr. Veena Murthy Vijay is Reimagining Kuchipudi for a New India

50 Years of Grace and Grit

'Secretly paid EXTREMIST GROUPS': DOJ, FBI announce SPLC indictment on fraud & conspiracy charges

Hyderabad Metro to run 56 trains in peak and non-peak hours, reduce time gap in view of RTC staffers strike

LIVE | Amit Shah addresses election rally in Dum Dum, Habra, Saptagram & Sonarpur, West Bengal

NCLAT reserves order on Vedanta's pleas against selection of Adani's bid for JAL

Vedanta's counsel questioned the evaluation metrics adopted by JAL lenders, who selected the bid from Adani Enterprises offering 14,535 crore and

Are Kendall Jenner and Jacob Elordi dating? Frequent Hanging Out sparks relationship buzz

Dating rumours surrounding Kendall Jenner and Jacob Elordi intensified during Coachellas opening weekend, with social media buzzing as fans track

IMD issues yellow alert for Maharashtra; thunderstorms, rain likely in Mumbai

Maharashtra is set to witness typical pre-monsoon variability over the next few days, with thunderstorms and rain affecting western and coastal r

C-CAMP partners with Imperial College London to launch Indo-UK Life Sciences Innovation Corridor

The Corridor aims to facilitate increased bilateral innovation and exchange of talent, such as researchers, innovators and startups, as well as k

TotalEnergies ENEOS signs 15-year PPAwith ThailandsJintana Intertrade

Inside the World of UCEED Rankers Experiencing Design in Action

Alvarez & Marsal Expands Asia-Pacific Presence with Korea Restructuring Practice Launch

Why are gold and silver prices up now, and will precious metals continue to rise or fall again? Analysts insights, market outlook and what should investors do now

Why are gold and silver prices up now, and will precious metals continue to rise or fall again? Gold and silver prices moved higher after the Uni

SynbioTechs L. plantarum FS4722 Emerges as a Potential Preventive Approach for Hyperuricemia

IAF launches 2-day air exercise on Purvanchal Expressway airstrip in UP's Sultanpur

Fighter jets are conducting a two-day emergency preparedness exercise on an airstrip along Uttar Pradesh's Purvanchal Expressway. The drills invo

Tredence Awarded 2026 Google Cloud Global Industry Solutions Partner of the Year Award for Retail

Trusted for driving the data & AI strategy for 8 of the top 10 retailers, powering $2 trillion in retail revenue

Zayn Maliks new album Konnakol reimagines Carnatic rhythm

The One direction star, for the first time, makes shared culture central to his albums concept.

Singapore imagines new ways of living at Milan Design Week with the opening of Prototype Island

Ant Digital Technologies CTO: The Agent Economys Four Fault Lines Demand a Ground-Up Infrastructure Redesign

iQIYI Charts New Course for the AI Era: Decentralized Content Model and Nadou Pro Launched at World Conference 2026

Kerala fireworks accident: Decision on Thrissur Pooram after Cabinet meet, says Devaswom Minister

Vasavan says meeting involving Paramekkavu and Thiruvambady Devaswoms, which organise the festival, along with the district administration and of

Tesla will bring humanoid robot Optimus to India at appropriate time: Company official

Tesla plans to introduce its humanoid robot, Optimus, to India when the time is right, according to a senior company official. The electric carma

Nepal Home Minister Sudhan Gurung resigns amid questions over financial conduct

'Russia, China waging intelligence warfare': Johnson makes BOMBSHELL CLAIM as Iran war escalates

Will Iran war reshape global trade more than COVID?

As the Iran war simmers, trade experts wonder if this conflict will reshape supply chains more than the pandemic. Companies are already rethinkin

Tourists say Kashmir has regained normalcy and feels safe year after Pahalgam terror attack

Srinagar is experiencing a return to normalcy. Tourists report feeling safe and welcomed in the Valley. This comes nearly a year after a signific

'We will ruin your career': Techie harassed by startup HR after quitting, but he holds a 'secret' that could destroy the founder's life

A junior AI engineer's resignation from a local startup has spiraled into a high-stakes legal standoff. After facing aggressive harassment and ab

RPF seizes gold coins from man during poll surveillance in Perambur

MI vs CSK IPL 2026: MS Dhoni Set for Comeback at Wankhede

MS Dhoni and Will Jacks are set to return for the MI vs CSK IPL 2026 match at Wankhede, boosting both teams ahead of a high-stakes encounter.

Falling tile at Patna airport proof of BJP's corruption, alleges Tejashwi

Tejashwi Yadav claimed the newly constructed terminal building was inaugurated in haste by PM Modi on May 29 last year, ahead of the elections, b

Watch: Indias economic mettle will be on test at it faces headwinds | The Hindu Editorial

Data are now beginning to accumulate, revealing the slowdown in the Indian economy brought on by the crisis in West Asia. The latest is the Index

CM Omar Blames Negligence For Udhampur Bus Crash, Vows Action After Probe

UDHAMPUR, Apr 22: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday blamed negligence for the fatal road accident in Udhampur, saying p

Madras High Court dismisses case against Tamil Nadu Chief Ministers secretary Umanath

An advocate had accused the IAS officer of having violated the model code of conduct by issuing administrative instructions to Collectors and pol

For Me, Ethics Hold More Weight Than Any Position: Nepal Home Minister Sudan Gurung Resigns

Kathmandu [Nepal], Apr 22: Nepals Home Minister, Sudan Gurung, on Wednesday resigned from his post, citing moral responsibility and the need for

Nykaa Marks Earth Day with 'Recycle and Rewards' Programme, Reinforcing its Commitment To Sustainability in Beauty

Every beauty ritual begins with a choice, and over time, those choices shape not just how we look, but the world we live in. As Nykaa, India&rsqu

Iran war could make petroleum products from clothes to crayons more costly

Global oil disruptions are making everyday items more expensive. From plush toys to bandages, the cost of materials derived from petroleum is ris

Realistic Realtors Brings Flex Workspace Leaders Together Through Flex Cricket League 2026

Realistic Realtors hosted the Flex Cricket League (FCL) 2026 at Yug Sports, Sector 63A, Gurugram, bringing the flexible workspace ecosystem toget

South Korea says security talks with U.S. should not be linked to Coupang probe

The Ministry commented in response to a media report that Washington has threatened to halt security talks unless Seoul provided legal guarantees

Anthropic's Mythos AI model accessed by unauthorized users

A handful of users in a private online forum gained access to Mythos on the same day that Anthropic first announced a plan to release the model t