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Key Figure in Labor Protests, Aditya Anand, Arrested in Noida

Noida, April 18: The Noida police have achieved a significant breakthrough in the case concerning the labor protests. Aditya Anand, the main accu

Major Breakthrough in Bihar: Key Suspect Arrested in Sonepur Heist

Patna, April 18: In a significant achievement, the railway police in Bihars Rohtas district have arrested the main suspect involved in a sensatio

Croissants Meet Guntur Spice at Le Cafe NHCC

A refreshed menu at Le Caf blends French techniques with local flavours, built for quick bites, comfort cravings and everything in between.

Kerala Blasters Triumph Over Jamshedpur FC with 2-0 Victory in ISL 2025-26

Kochi, April 18: In a thrilling match of the Indian Super League 2025-26, Kerala Blasters FC showcased an impressive performance at their home gr

Manipur Chief Minister Condemns Attack in Ukhrul, Promises NIA Investigation

Imphal, April 18: The Manipur government has strongly condemned an attack by militants in Ukhrul district that resulted in the deaths of two inno

Turkiye says Israel using security as a pretext to acquire 'more land'

Israel and Turkiye have been trading nearly-daily diplomatic barbs over a range of regional conflicts, from Israel's war in Gaza to rising tensio

Manipur Shooting Incident Under NIA Investigation, Chief Minister Condemns Attack

Imphal, April 18: The investigation into the recent shooting incident in Ukhrul district, Manipur, has been handed over to the National Investiga

Gaurav Gogoi Claims Investigation Against Himanta Biswa Sarma Post-Government Formation

Guwahati, April 18: Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi asserted on Saturday that his party will soon form a government in Assam. He stated that once in

Complaint filed over Impersonation of GBA Commissioner

Trump warns against blackmail as Iran tightens Hormuz control

Manipur: Two Including Retired Soldier Killed In Highway Firing In Ukhrul

The miscreants in firing also targeted two other vehicles and damaged them, locals alleged, adding that the ambush caused panic among commuters:

Nobel Laureate James Heckman Discusses Chinas Economic Progress in Exclusive Interview

Beijing, April 18: Nobel Prize-winning economist James Heckman recently gave an exclusive interview to China Media Group. Honored with the Chines

Special Envoy of Xi Jinping Attends Swearing-In Ceremony of Congo President

Beijing, April 18: On April 16, at the invitation of President Denis Sassou Nguesso, the special envoy of Chinese President Xi Jinping, Shao Hong

Kapil Sibal flags new low in Indian politics over PM Modis address during polls

30 police personnel in Vizag feted during Knights in Khakhi programme

Varied Weather Conditions In AP

On Saturday, the highest temperature of 45C was recorded at Vontimitta in Kadapa district: Reports

Abhishek Sharma Achieves 2,000 IPL Runs, Ranks Second for Fastest Milestone

Hyderabad, April 18: Abhishek Sharma has secured the second position in the list of players who reached 2,000 runs in the Indian Premier League (

China to Maintain Steady Economic Growth, Says National Development and Reform Commission

Beijing, April 18: Wang Changlin, Vice Chairman of Chinas National Development and Reform Commission, addressed a press conference on April 17, d

Gastroenterologists call for early intervention to manage liver conditions

Dubai announces resumption of school bus operations from April 20

School bus services will resume across the UAE on Monday, April 20, 2026. The Ministry of Education confirmed the decision applies to all public

Minister Ponguleti Holds Meeting With AAI Officials To Fast Track New Airports

Speaking at a review meeting with Airports Authority of India, southern region executive director M. Raja Kishore and Telangana Aviation director

Ukrainian police shoot dead gunman who killed 5, took hostages in supermarket

The head of Ukraine's Interior Ministry, Ihor Klymenko, said in a statement on social media that special tactical police units stormed the store

Elections are between T.N. and a corrupt family: EPS

Tamil Nadu election 2026: Despite development measures, gaps in basic civic infra unresolved in Alandur constituency

Alandurlacks basic amenities such as piped drinking water supply and underground drainagein some areas; sources in theDMKcontend that the governm

HCA Floats Franchise Bids For TG20

Our vision is to create a world class league that nurtures local talent, builds strong regional identities, and engages fans across the state: Ch

'Congress-abuse address': Jairam Ramesh hits out at PM Modi

Congress hit back at Prime Minister Narendra Modi's national address, calling it a 'distress address'. The party challenged the PM to bring a bil

Roman proverb of the Day: 'When you arise in the morning, think of what a precious privilege it is to be...'The powerful morning reflection that reminds you life itself is a gift

Marcus Aurelius' timeless reflection encourages recognizing the privilege of being alive each morning. This simple shift in perspective, focusing

Wang Yi Engages in Talks with Namibias Foreign Minister

Beijing, April 18: Wang Yi, a member of the Central Politburo of the Chinese Communist Party and Foreign Minister, held discussions with Namibias

Protests Erupt Over Nepals New Customs Duty on Cross-Border Purchases

Kathmandu, April 18: Protests have erupted against the Nepalese governments decision to impose customs duties on goods valued over 100 Nepali Rup

Darjeeling hills to witness multi-pronged contest on diverse issues in 2026 Assembly polls

While the BJP-GJM alliance and the Trinamool-BGPM alliance are clashing head-on, a new hill party by local entrepreneur Ajay Edwards is also maki

Eight India-bound ships return after attempting to cross strait

Flying squad seize 6.93 lakh from AIADMK cadre in Thiruvadanai

Hyderabad theatre icon Babban Khan passes away

Cabinet Greenlights 2% DA Hike for Central Staff and 24,815 Cr Rail Projects in UP & AP

The Centre on Saturday increased dearness allowance (DA) and dearness relief (DR) by two per cent, over the existing rate of 58 per cent of the b

Ambati Rambabu stages hunger strike in Guntur, seeks action over attack on residence

Chinese Vice Premier Visits Turkmenistan to Launch Gas Project

Beijing, April 18: Chinese Vice Premier and special representative of President Xi Jinping, Ting Shuexiang, visited Turkmenistan from April 15 to

Prime Minister Modi Addresses the Nation: Key Takeaways from His Speech

New Delhi, April 18: Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation on Saturday following the failure of the Womens Reservation Bill in the Lo

Tornado watch: Massive destruction in Wisconsin, Minnesota, Illinois on Saturday

Tornado warning: In central Wisconsin, a reported tornado that tore through the cities of Kronenwetter and Ringle left behind damaged homes and s

Food safety drive targets juice shops, bottled water sales

The initiative comes amid a surge in demand for packaged drinking water and fruit juices during the summer months

Cleanup drive, heritage walk shine spotlight on Irrum Manzil Palace on World Heritage Day

Dalit groups stage march in Kannur alleging bid to derail probe into students death

Akhilesh Yadav Exposes BJPs Malintent Over Womens Reservation Bill

Lucknow, April 18: Akhilesh Yadav, the national president of the Samajwadi Party (SP), has launched a sharp attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party

Allahabad court restrains FIR order against Rahul Gandhi

The Allahabad High Court has paused an order for an FIR against Congress MP Rahul Gandhi. This is regarding allegations of dual citizenship. The

Global Criticism Intensifies Over Pakistans Afghan Repatriation Policy

London, April 18: Global criticism of Pakistans Illegal Foreigners Repatriation Plan (IFRP) has intensified. A recent report highlights that this

Fire breaks out at carpet storage unit in Nacharam; no casualties

Opposition unity, neither automatic nor obvious, sinks Constitutional Amendment Bill

Till last week of March, government interlocutors faced no outright opposition to proposed legislation on seat expansion, delimitation to expedit

Attack on RSS worker: three CPI(M) activists sentenced to RI

'TOLD THEM TO STAY AWAY': Trump blasts NATO over Iran war, tells 'don't want your help on Hormuz'

Satellites Steer Indias Space Future: ISRO Chief

Narayanan also noted that India became the first country to successfully reach Mars orbit on its maiden attempt through the Mars Orbiter Mission.

Modi Addresses Nation: Womens Reservation Bill Fails to Pass

New Delhi, April 18: Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation on Saturday following the failure of the Womens Reservation Bill in the Lo

Light rain likely in parts of North Coastal A.P., Rayalaseema; heat to persist till April 25

Allahabad High Court defers order on plea seeking FIR against Rahul Gandhi

A person suspected of an offence is entitled to be heard before a decision is taken in criminal revision proceedings, says the High Court

Pawan Kalyan undergoes surgery, advised rest for 10 days

Corporate influx and systemic neglect - the dual reality of Vilathikulam constituency

Strangled in its infancy: Modis sharp attack on Congress, DMK

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a sharp attack on the Congress and its allies in Parliament, accusing them of strangling an honest effort i

Sayali Satghare Hails T20 Mumbai Womens League as a Game-Changer for Womens Cricket

Mumbai, April 18: For Sayali Satghare, the past few months have felt like a dream. After remaining unsold in the Womens Premier League (WPL) 2026

Congress calls defeat of women's quota bill 'victory for democracy', accuses Centre of flip-flop

The Congress party has accused the central government of attempting to change the federal structure through the women's reservation bill. They de

BJP announces Rs 5,000 monthly allowance to journalists if it comes to power in Bengal

The BJP has pledged a monthly allowance of Rs 5,000 for accredited journalists in West Bengal. This financial support aims to provide security fo

IPL 2026 PBKS vs LSG | Shreyas Iyer has overcome his weaknesses, feels Hopes

The former Australian all-rounder also hailed his captaincy, under which PBKS reached the final last year

Quote of the Day by Edgar Allan Poe: Those who dream by day Master of mystery on why thinking ahead leads to success

Today's quote of the day by Edgar Allan Poe talks about thinking and dreaming in real life. It says people who imagine and plan during the day un

Delhi weather: City records wettest April in 18 years; temperatures dip, AQI improves

Delhi has experienced its wettest April since 2008. Moderate rain brought significant rainfall, exceeding the monthly average. Temperatures have

IPL 2026: Will he, wont he the Dhoni game continues

Head coach Stephen Fleming remained predictably tight-lipped, offering little beyond the standard line that Dhoni was progressing well in his rec

Li Qiang Chairs Executive Meeting of the State Council in China

Beijing, April 18: Chinese Premier Li Qiang chaired an executive meeting of the State Council on April 17. The meeting focused on reports regardi

'Distress address rather than a national address': Opposition slams PM Modi over women reservation bill speech

AI cannot replace human conscience in justice delivery: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah urged caution regarding artificial intelligence in the justice system. He stressed that human empathy and m

A deal is only done when it's done: Pak official sources on Iran-US talks

As Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Asim Munir wrapped up their respective visits to West Asia, reports be

Meta layoffs: 16,000 jobs on the line as Mark Zuckerberg plans major cuts in looming workforce shake-up

Meta is set to cut 16,000 jobs soon. The first phase begins May 20, affecting 8,000 workers. This major restructuring follows the company's stron

Valparai tragedy exposes gaps in ghat driving skills, safety awareness

Road safety experts have expressed concerns about the judgment and control of the driver

Mango Arrivals in Rayalaseema Sluggish Despite Strong Prices

Farmers adopting fruit covering techniques have got better returns. Covered mangoes with uniform colour and fewer blemishes are selling for as hi

10 top US scientists missing, Donald Trump orders probe as lawmakers voice concern

The deaths and disappearances of at least 10 top US scientists involved in aerospace, defense, and extraterrestrial research have prompted an adm

Thirupparankundram, where hillock, temple are in the thick of controversy

NTKs T. Sathyadevi, Puthiya Tamilagams A. Sethuraman, and TVKs R. Nirmalkumar are adding to the otherwise straight fight between V.V. Rajan Chell

Books | Why Cybersecurity About Culture As Well As Technology

The author has organised the book in four parts, each developing on the last, and you suddenly realise that there is no static or standard SOP to

MP seeks Air Force land for expansion of Belagavi airport

In Madurai South, the fight is between a staunch Vaiko loyalist and a BJP karyakarta

While Sumathi of the NTK and J. Jo Peter of the TVK are also in the fray, working hard to make a mark, the real fight appears to be between Pudur

IPL 2026: Abhishek and Klaasen Shine as SRH Posts 194 Against CSK

Hyderabad, April 18: In the 27th match of IPL 2026 on Saturday, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) faced off against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at the Raji

MLA, Collector take a bike ride to inspect Peruru Lake in Tirupati

'Congress And Its Allies Have Been Unmasked': PM's Top Quotes On Women's Bill

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation on Saturday, a day after the Women's Reservation Bill was defeated in Parliament. Earlier in th

Iran reviewing new proposals put forward by U.S.; Trump says cannot blackmail with Strait of Hormuz

Iran's Supreme National Security Council said in a statement that Pakistan's army chief Asim Munir, serving as an intermediary, presented the pro

5 Killed As Gunman Takes Hostages, Opens Fire In Supermarket In Kyiv

Several People Killed As Gunman Opens Fire In Kyiv, Says Mayor

Opposition Crushed Womens Dreams By Blocking Quota Bill: PM Modi

NEW DELHI, Apr 18: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said opposition parties had mercilessly crushed the dreams of women by not allowing t

Sita Jayanti to be held at Vontimitta on April 25

The celebrations will conclude with Nivedana, Maha Mangala Harati, Veda Swasti and Sattumora, marking the occasion in a spiritually vibrant atmos

3 More Die In Vedanta Power Plant Mishap, Death Toll Rises To 23

A massive explosion in the tube connecting the boiler to the turbine in the power plant had led to the tragedy.

DYFI to hold protest on April 28 against govt.s MoUs with private medical colleges

Keralas Heatwave Sparks Strict Inspections on Juice and Bottled Water Quality

Thiruvananthapuram, April 18: Amid rising temperatures and a heatwave, Keralas food safety department has launched a rigorous inspection campaign

Two workers injured as FOB under construction collapses at Anakapalli station

India Responds to Gunfire Incident in the Strait of Hormuz Involving Indian Vessels

New Delhi, April 18: India has issued a statement regarding the gunfire incident involving two Indian vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. The Minist

Dreams crushed, selfish politics, and well be back: Key highlights from Modis speech after Lok Sabha rejects womens reservation amendment bill

Prime Minister Narendra Modi apologized to Indian women after the Lok Sabha rejected the 33% reservation bill. He stated that the aspirations of

Second installment of Rythu Bharosa on April 20

Naka Bandi Checks Intensified In Tirumala; 4 Detained, 6 Shops Issued Notices

A total of 58 personnel, divided into two teams, inspected 63 shops and verified licences and staff details. Notices were issued to six shops for

West Bengal Pradesh Congress says no post-poll alliance

Bengal Congress Committee chief tries to dispel reports on the possibility of post-poll tie-up with TMC; the Congress is contesting all Assembly