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First Batch of Haj Pilgrims to Leave from Gannavaram Today

From the Vijayawada embarkation centre, 335 pilgrims will depart in two batches 160 on Saturday and 175 on Sunday.

Adilabad Villages Face Acute Water Shortage

Falling groundwater, failed borewells hit supply in villages

DC Edit | Lebanon Truce 1st Step In Wider Mideast Peace Deal

More significantly, both the main combatants USA and Iran have shown a good amount of restraint in the days after the talks broke down in Islamab

Minister Ravindra Conducts Inspection of Liquor Outlet in Guntur

He also interacted with customers to assess the quality of liquor.

Garret Anderson net worth: How wealthy was the ex-MLB star? Career earnings explained

Garret Anderson, a former MLB star and Los Angeles Angels legend, built significant wealth through a long and consistent baseball career. Over 17

Madhya Pradesh Police Opens Applications for 679 Constable Positions

Bhopal, April 18: Good news for young individuals aspiring to join the Madhya Pradesh Police Department. The MP Police Band Branch has announced

Telangana Forms Panel to Draft Rohit Vemula Act

Cabinet sub-committee to propose law against campus discrimination in higher education institutions

JDU rethinks Bihar grassroots strategy after Nitish Kumar's exit

JDU confronts challenges retaining its core support after Nitish Kumar's resignation. The party's reliance on welfare scheme beneficiaries now re

Punjab Organisation Donates Rs 21 Lakh to Tirupati SV Zoological Park

Funds to support animal care under adoption programme

The fire started by Stalin has burnt the arrogance of Delhi, says T.N. Chief Minister

Terming the defeat of the Delimitation Bill in Parliament a historic win, the DMK president says this will be spoken about even after a 100 years

Mechanic hacked to death by friend

EAM Jaishankar Criticizes Opposition for Failure to Pass Womens Reservation Bill

New Delhi, April 17: External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has targeted opposition parties following the failure to pass the Nari Shakti Vandan

Man Arrested for Threatening Bihar Chief Minister in Ahmedabad

Ahmedabad, April 17: A man has been arrested in Ahmedabad for allegedly threatening the newly appointed Chief Minister of Bihar, Samrat Chaudhary

Old Biju Guard Regroups As Odisha Nagarik Manch Debuts, Signals Churn In BJD

Speakers repeatedly emphasised that the legacy of Biju Patnaik transcends individuals and should be rooted in governance ideals such as decentral

Excise Wing Earns Revenue of Rs 29,042 Crore in 202526 in Andhra Pradesh

Kollu Ravindra holds review meeting

MaheshPoyyamozhifacing a stiffer challenge this time inTiruverumbur

Tiruverumburis going to the polls amid voter discontent over the delay in building service lanes along theTiruchi-Thanjavur National Highway and

Built on sacrifice, a house for Pahalgams lionhearted pony-wallah

Shobhaa De | TCS ki Duniya mein, logo ko dhoka kabhi ho jata hai

In this insanely entertaining film (a spicy South Indian masala dosa genre), this cabaret from Apna Desh (1972), struck out for multiple reasons,

Strengthening India-Singapore Semiconductor Collaboration with New Investments

New Delhi, April 17: The India Cellular and Electronics Association (ICEA) has partnered with the Singapore Semiconductor Industry Association (S

Call for Strict Quality Compliance in Aquaculture

Officials noted that Indias seafood exports reached nearly $7.45 billion in 202425, with Andhra Pradesh contributing 7075 per cent.

Maharashtra Mandates Training for Principals to Standardize Academic Framework

Mumbai, April 17: Maharashtras Minister of Higher and Technical Education, Chandrakant Patil, announced a significant step on Friday aimed at acc

IAF Seeks 1,200 Acre Land More in Adilabad for Township, Says Payal Shankar

Two IAF officials J.P. Sebharwal, Rahul Shukla and in-charge collector Yuvaraj Marmat, Payal Shankar and the Airport Authority of India (AAI) spo

Exporters seek removal of cap on interest subvention

Indian exporters are calling on the government to lift the cap on interest subvention. They state current support is insufficient to counter risi

Another heart-melting moment like Punch: Baby monkey hugs plush toy after mothers rejection goes viral

A baby monkey named Yuji is going viral after he was seen hugging a soft toy for comfort. The young monkey was rejected by his mother and is now

Glitch Disrupts Land Registrations on Bhu Bharati Portal

Technical snag halts transactions worth 100 crore; users and staff flag recurring issues

Whats happening with mortgage rate right now should you lock before the April Fed meeting or wait for lower home loan rates?

Mortgage rates today are hovering near 6.3%. That is a sharp jump from around 5.7% just weeks ago. The market is moving fast. Buyers are feeling

Ajinkya Rahane Reflects on KKRs Loss Amid Challenging Conditions

Ahmedabad, April 17: In a thrilling IPL 2026 match, the Gujarat Titans (GT) triumphed over the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) by five wickets. Follo

Corporate Affairs ministry proposes easing company incorporation rules

In an effort to boost entrepreneurship, the corporate affairs ministry is poised to revamp the company incorporation process. By consolidating nu

Jos Alukkas Launches Signature Jewellery Show in Hyderabad

Exhibition offers discounts, customised designs and festive deals ahead of Akshaya Tritiya

Assembly Elections: Suvendu Adhikari rejects Mamatas claims, calls statement anti-national and defends delimitation

Winning on home soil is special, says Shubhankar

BJP Mahila Morcha Holds Sand Art Event Praising Womens Quota Law

Leaders hail Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam as milestone for womens empowerment

Matka King Season 2 Promises a Bigger Role for Vineet Kumar Singh

Mumbai, April 17: Actor Vineet Kumar Singh, who is collaborating with Vijay Varma in the web series Matka King, has heightened audience anticipat

Andhra Pradesh to Set Up 5 Animal Shelters per District to Tackle Stray Menace

The initiative is expected to improve urban and rural animal management while promoting humane treatment and welfare standards across the state.

Rain, Gusty Winds Hit Delhi As Met Department Warns Of Thunderstorms

Delhi saw an unusual spell of rain on Friday leading to a drop of 7-10 degrees Celsius in temperatures.

A Dark Day for Indian Democracy: Kishan Reddy on Womens Reservation Bill Failure

Hyderabad, April 17: Union Minister of Coal and Mines, G. Kishan Reddy, labeled the defeat of the Womens Reservation Bill in the Lok Sabha as a d

'Tim Walz turned a blind eye...': Explosive testimony on Minnesota Somali fraud shocks House hearing

Diabetes Drug Metformin Could Reduce Insulin Needs For People With Type 1 Diabetes: Study

Researchers tested the drug on 40 adults with long-term type 1 diabetes in the Insulin Resistance in Type 1 Diabetes Managed with Metformin (INTI

Private Schools Seek Clarity on Textbook Sales in Telangana

TRSMA cites High Court order, opposes seizure of books and closure of counters

Odisha Chief Minister Directs Effective Fertilizer Distribution Ahead of Kharif Season

Bhubaneswar, April 17: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi chaired a high-level meeting in Bhubaneswar on Friday. He instructed district col

Congress Celebrates Rejection of Constitution Amendment Bill as Opposition Victory

New Delhi, April 17: Following the rejection of the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill in the Lok Sabha, Congress has launched a strong attack o

GHMC Targets Formation of 1 Lakh Women Self-Help Groups

Commissioner sets ambitious goal under 99-day Praja Palana programme

Early Haemophilia Diagnosis, Factor Medications APs Top Priorities, Says Minister

The programme commenced with minister Satya Kumar flagging off a walkathon from the Guntur District Collectorate to Sri Bommidala Krishnamurthy A

NPSPL to Invest Rs 2,550 Crore in Andhra Pradesh Cathode Unit, Boosting EV and Electronics Supply Chain

Apart from an estimated 400 direct jobs, the project would catalyse a wider industrial ecosystem encompassing battery manufacturing, EV supply ch

The emotional story behind an AI pioneers rise: How a personal loss shaped Anthropic CEO Dario Amodeis path to AI

Dario Amodei, CEO of Anthropic, is driven by a personal tragedy to accelerate artificial intelligence progress. His father's death from a curable

IPL 2026: Shubman Gill Guides Gujarat Titans To 5-Wicket Win Over KKR

Gill was in complete command, firing on all cylinders as he steered the Titans to their third win of the season

Telangana Mandates Electric Vehicle Charging Points in Apartment Buildings

Hyderabad, April 17: The Telangana government is developing a policy to make electric vehicle (EV) charging points mandatory in the basements of

GHMC Collects Over 103 Tonnes of E-Waste in Special Drive

Discarded electronics diverted from lakes, sent for recycling at Dundigal plant

Drinking Water Crisis: Summer Action Plan Rolled Out in 34 Rayalaseema Municipalities

The government has estimated a total requirement of `1463.10 lakh for implementing the action plan across the identified municipalities.

BJP Must Carry Blame for Letting Down Women: KTR

Rama Rao said it was a complex matter and the Centre must hold wide consultations before proceeding further.

Women's Representation In Legislatures: What The Numbers Reveal

Even at the peak of their representation in 2019, women accounted for 14.4 per cent of the Lok Sabha

'Trump dividing our country': Rep. Jamie Raskin SPARKS OUTRAGE, calls ICE 'worst of the worst'

Liquor, Goat Liver, Aghori Rituals: Self-Styled Godman's Web Of Lies Exposed

Accused Rhythm Ashok Panchal alias Monty, on the basis of such fake claims, lured those seeking solutions to personal and professional problems.

Nizams Museum to Host Quiz for World Heritage Day

Rashtrapati Nilayam marks occasion with panel discussions, exhibitions and student participation

Shocking Double Homicide in South Delhi: Father and Son Stabbed to Death

New Delhi, April 17: A tragic incident has unfolded in the CR Park area of South Delhi, where a father and son were brutally stabbed to death. Re

Quote of the day by Katharine Hepburn: 'Love has nothing to do with what you are expecting to get, only with what you are...' - advice on love, relationships and selflessness by Oscar-winning actress of Guess Who's Coming to Dinner

Quote of the day by Katharine Hepburn: Her profound words on love highlight selfless giving as its core. She believed true love involves offering

Rajasthan ATS Busts Fake Aadhaar Card Racket, Main Accused Arrested

Jaipur, April 17: The Rajasthan Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has successfully dismantled a fake Aadhaar card racket, arresting the main accused. Th

TTD Rationalises Fee of NRI MBBS Students of 202122 Batch

As per these guidelines, the duration of the MBBS course is 4.5 years, excluding the internship period. Based on this, the TTD EO decided that tu

India has seen it, INDIA has stopped it: Rahul Gandhi on LS rejection of women's reservation bill

Opposition leaders, including Rahul Gandhi and Akhilesh Yadav, criticized the government after the women's reservation bill failed to pass the Lo

BJP women MPs protest outside Parliament after defeat of Constitution amendment bill

BJP women MPs protested in Parliament House complex. They alleged the Congress and its allies deliberately blocked the Constitution Amendment Bil

Delhi Health Minister calls blood donation a noble act,launches camp

UltraTech adds 8.7 MTPA capacity, crosses 200MTPA installed capacity in India

Stalin Praises Unity of India Alliance, Thanks Leaders for Opposing Delimitation Bill

Chennai, April 17: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin expressed appreciation for the unity among opposition parties under the India alliance o

CPR awareness session held at Alwal Traffic Police Station under Alive Arrive initiative

OF CABBAGES AND KINGS | The Third Open Letter Im Sending To Usha Vance, The US Second Lady | Farrukh Dhondy

Now, Ushaji, I insist I am not in any sense a conspiracywalla. But even so, I am sure that Epstein didnt commit suicide, that Ghislaine has been

France, UK to lead 'defensive' force for Hormuz

France and Britain will spearhead a multinational mission for safe passage in the Strait of Hormuz. This defensive force will deploy only after r

United Opposition defeated bid to harm Constitution: Kharge

This is a decisive setback for the Modi governments attempt to redraw Indias political map under the guise of womens reservation, says CPI genera

Singapore emerges as top FDI source in Apr-Dec FY26, high inflows from tax havens

Singapore emerged as the top source of FDI equity inflows into India during April-December FY26, contributing $17.6 billion. The US and Mauritius

Major Revelation on Chinas Zero COVID Policy: Report Claims 2.56 Million Excess Deaths

Rome, April 17: A recent report estimates that the number of deaths from COVID-19 in China among individuals aged 65 and older ranges between 1.4

The Marvelous Sawan-Bhado Pillar of Orchha: A Testament to Architectural Brilliance

Orchha, April 17: Orchha, located in Madhya Pradesh, is home to stunning architectural wonders. The serene and majestic ambiance of this region i

It a red-letter day, says Revanth; KTR blames BJP

BJP says Revanth, Rahul conspired to defeat women

EPS will lose his opposition leader status, says K. Balakrishnan in Harur

Eminems daughter Alaina Scott welcomes baby girl: The emotional meaning behind her babys name is winning hearts

Alaina Scott, daughter of Eminem, has welcomed her first baby girl with husband Matt Moeller. The couple shared the joyful news alongside heartfe

Three get life imprisonment for gang rape of girl in Dharmapuri

Opposition Celebrates Legislative Victory but Fails to Present Strong Case

New Delhi, April 17: The opposition may be celebrating its alleged success in blocking three crucial constitutional amendment bills in the Lok Sa

Governor Emphasizes Infrastructure Development in Mizoram, Flags Off Ambulance for Remote Villages

Aizawl, April 17: The Governor of Mizoram, General Vijay Kumar Singh (Retd.), highlighted the significance of balanced development on Friday. He

Fantasy Fixations

When a celebrity becomes an unwitting third wheel in a real-life romantic partnership, the lines between fact and imagination blur dangerously to

Heat wave grips Odisha; schools shut in 3 districts till April 21

Odisha is experiencing an intense heat wave. Authorities in Bolangir, Subarnapur, and Kalahandi districts have ordered the closure of all educati

Chaturvedis grumbling over defeat of Womens Bill flies in the face of her partys stand

Shiv Sena UBT MP Sanjay Raut tells The Hindu that they opposed it because the BJP draped a pink saree on the delimitation bill

Will pendulum effect hold true for Krishnagiri this election?

Krishnagiri has consistenty oscillated between the DMK and AIADMK in hustings since 1984, with the incumbent being an AIADMK MLA; the challenger

Farmers in Hubballi Struggle with Chickpea Purchase Due to Bag Shortage

Hubballi, April 17: Farmers in Hubballi, Karnataka, are facing significant challenges in purchasing chickpeas at support price centers due to a s

When a star madean impact on the poll outcome inTamil Nadu

Telangana Chief Minister Calls April 17 a Historic Day in Indian History

Hyderabad, April 17: Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy declared Friday as a day that will be remembered as a historic moment in Indian hi

DMK never did good for Tamils, alleges EPS

Ponnam Launches Road Safety Pledge

The initiative calls on everyone to commit fully to reducing road accidents in the future

Astroguide for Saturday, April 18, 2026

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Koppal Restricts Anjanadri Hill Darshan Hours Amid Rising Summer Heat

Deputy Commissioner Dr Suresh B Itnal has issued an order restricting devotees from climbing the hill and having darshan between 11 am and 4 pm d

Yogeeshgouda Goudars sister celebrates conviction

Major Cache of Explosives Discovered in Chhattisgarhs Bijapur District

Raipur, April 17: In a significant anti-Maoist operation, security forces have uncovered a large cache of explosives hidden in the dense forests

BJP Criticizes Congress for Blocking Womens Reservation Bill

Jaipur, April 17: The President of the Rajasthan BJP, Madan Rathore, launched a scathing attack on the Congress party following a debate in the L