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Foreign Institutional Investors Show Signs of Recovery in Indian Stock Market

New Delhi, April 18: The Indian stock market is witnessing early signs of recovery as the prolonged selling by foreign institutional investors (F

UN Chief Appeals for a Future Governed by International Law

The Hague, April 18: United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has called on the international community to choose a future governed by t

GHMC takes up footpath clearance drive

Upload orders, verdicts on the day they are passed: Bombay HC directs judges in Maharashtra, Goa

The move is expected to streamline the judicial process and provide litigants with immediate access to court rulings, reducing the lag between th

RAS 2024 Result Out: Jaipur Candidates Shine in Top 20

Jaipur, April 18 (Udaipur Kiran): The result of the RAS Exam 2024 has been declared, bringing cheer across Rajasthan. This year, three candidates

Bhoot Bangla Casts a Spell at the Box Office with 21 Crore Collection

Mumbai, April 18: The film Bhoot Bangla, starring Akshay Kumar, Rajpal Yadav, and Vamika Gabbi, has made a strong impression on audiences and ach

Weapons seized in central Kolkata, one detained ahead of West Bengal polls

Acting on suspicion, STF sleuths intercepted the man, carrying a bag, near a bus stand and recovered six single-shot firearms and 14 cartridges f

Womens Reservation in Parliament and Assemblies is a Priority: Kiren Rijiju

New Delhi, April 18: Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju held a press conference on Saturday, announcing the official conclusion of the P

Watch: Why Dhurandhar - The Revenge Falls Apart | Frequently Made Mistakes Ep 20

Last week, I spoke about why every film needs a thread however invisible to guide the audience through the story. This week, we take that idea

'Godman' Kharat's close aide, wife die in car crash; Oppn leaders raise suspicion over incident

Opposition leaders, meanwhile, dubbed the incident unbelievable and wondered if it was orchestrated to ensure suppression of facts in the probe a

Priyanka Gandhi Critiques Governments Handling of Womens Reservation Bill

New Delhi, April 18: The 131st amendment bill concerning womens reservation failed to pass in the Lok Sabha. In response, All India Congress Comm

Celebrating Mukesh Rishi: The Iconic Villain of Indian Cinema Turns 70

New Delhi, April 18: Renowned Indian actor Mukesh Rishi will celebrate his 70th birthday on April 19. Born on April 19, 1956, in a small village

Mysore University School of Engineering delivers first batch of graduates; AI and quantum computing will shape future workforce, says Sudhanva Dhananjaya of Excelsoft

144 students pass out from the Mysore University School of Engineering (MUSE) at its first graduation day

Govt Approves 2% DA Hike for Central Employees

New Delhi, April 18, 2026 (Daily Kiran): The Central Government has approved a 2 percent increase in Dearness Allowance (DA) for its employees, t

8th Pay Commission: Salary Hike May Be 1314% at Lower End

New Delhi, April 18, 2026 (Daily Kiran): Fresh updates around the 8th Pay Commission suggest that central government employees may see a salary h

RBI Denies New Rules for Exchanging Old Currency Notes, PIB Fact Check Confirms

New Delhi, April 18: The Press Information Bureau (PIB) has dismissed claims circulating on social media regarding new rules from the Reserve Ban

Mock Drill Conducted at Ayodhya Airport to Counter Terror Threats

Lucknow, April 18: A high-intensity counter-terrorism mock exercise was conducted at Ayodhya Airport on Saturday to assess the preparedness of se

Pakistan Army chief Munir concludes three-day Iran visit

Syed Asim Munir, who was heading a high-level delegation to Iran, landed in Tehran on April 15, becoming the first foreign military leader to vis

DA Hike Delayed, Govt Employees Await Decision

New Delhi, April 18, 2026 (Daily Kiran): Central government employees are still awaiting clarity on the Dearness Allowance (DA) hike, with no off

30-year-old dies after being attacked by Indian gaur near Kalasa in Chikkamagaluru

This is the third death in an attack by an Indian gaur in Chikkamagaluru district since February 2025

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Chiyaan 63: Vikram teams up with Anand Shankar and Sathya Jyothi Films

Vikrams Chiyaan 63 will have music from Santhosh Narayanan and cinematography by RD Rajasekar

Why well-being matters as much as degrees

Todays students appear to understand that education divorced from purpose and well-being is neither sustainable nor meaningful

NDA Leaders in Bihar Claim Oppositions Actions Against Womens Rights Will Backfire

Patna, April 18: The political turmoil intensified after the rejection of the Womens Reservation Amendment Bill in the Lok Sabha. Leaders from th

Cabinet clears 2% DA hike as pay demands build ahead of 8th Pay Commission

Central government employees will see a 2% Dearness Allowance increase. This modest salary boost comes as employee unions push for significant pa

Scorpions India tour cancelled: Here's why German hard rock band cancelled shows in Shillong, other cities

German rock band Scorpions has cancelled their Coming Home India Tour due to unforeseen medical circumstances affecting band members. The shows i

Centre's conspiracy to change federal structure defeated; victory of Opposition unity, says Priyanka

Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra demanded that the government implement the Women's Reservation Act of 2023 on the current strength of the L

Tamil Nadu Faces Record Electricity Demand Amid Scorching Heat

Chennai, April 18: Tamil Nadu is experiencing an unprecedented surge in electricity demand due to extreme heat, reaching a record high of 20,974

Japan Experiences 5.0 Magnitude Earthquake; PM Urges Citizens to Stay Alert

Tokyo, April 18: A 5.0 magnitude earthquake struck northern Nagano Prefecture at 1:20 PM local time on Saturday, according to the Japan Meteorolo

BJP, Opposition in war of words after Constitution Amendment Bill defeat

A Constitution Amendment Bill for women's reservation in legislatures from 2029 and Lok Sabha seat increase was defeated. The BJP accused the Con

Black Salt: A Little Goes a Long Way in Balancing Health

New Delhi, April 18: Black salt is a staple in Indian kitchens, renowned for enhancing the flavor of various dishes. Its unique taste doubles the

Rural summer camp Akkareya Angala launched for children in Mandya district of Karnataka

Mandya zilla panchayat Chief Executive Officer K. R. Nandini said the primary objective of the camp is to encourage reading, writing, creative ar

US Renews Russian Oil Waiver After Pressure From Countries

Waiver aims to stabilize energy prices for the countries dealing with Iran war price shocks amid West Asia tensions.

Ukraine strikes Baltic Sea port, Volga river industrial sites

Ukrainian drones targeted industrial cities along the Volga River and a Baltic Sea port near St. Petersburg. A fire was extinguished at the Vysot

Trump proposes, Iran disposes: Hormuz is now a battlefield of claims

Despite President Trump's optimistic claims of breakthroughs with Iran on the Strait of Hormuz and its nuclear program, Tehran has forcefully rej

Understanding Your Sweet Cravings: A Sign of Body Imbalance

New Delhi, April 18: Sweet treats are a favorite for many, often leading to cravings for sugary snacks after meals. While many consider this a no

How Much Water Should You Drink Daily? Health Experts Weigh In

New Delhi, April 18: As temperatures rise, health experts emphasize the importance of adequate water intake. Many people remain confused about ho

Defeated delimitation bill in Parliament to defend idea of India: Cong leader Rahul Gandhi

Chennai, Apr 18: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Saturday said the opposition parties defeated the delimitation bill in the Parliament on Friday

U.S., Cuban officials meet in Havana amid new diplomatic push

A senior State Department official met with the grandson of retired Cuban leader Ral Castro last week during the trip

Andhra CM announces Rs 40,000 lease per acre under Amaravati phase II land pooling

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu announced a Rs 40,000 per acre annual lease for a decade to farmers participating in the second

Productivity Soars in Parliaments Budget Session with 109.87% Efficiency

New Delhi, April 18: The 270th session of the Rajya Sabha concluded on Saturday, marking the end of the Parliaments budget session. Throughout th

Congress Stands Firm on Womens Reservation Amid Political Controversy

New Delhi, April 18: Following the failure to pass the Womens Reservation Amendment Bill in the Lok Sabha, Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra has

Inside Bengalurus upgraded HAL Aerospace Museum

The upgraded HAL Heritage Centre and Aerospace Museum has been unveiled following extensive modernisation.

Over 64 Kg Heroin Recovered, 2 Held In Amritsar: Punjab Police

CHANDIGARH, Apr 18: Punjab Police on Saturday claimed to have busted a cross-border drug smuggling module in Amritsar with the arrest of two pers

How 50 Days Of The Iran War Led To The Loss Of $50 Billion Worth Of Oil

Gulf Arab producers lost 40% of crude output in March, impacting global supply.

Tamil Nadu election: Palaniswami accuses Sengottaiyan of being a DMK spy

Taking a dig at the former Minister in his home turf, from where he was elected eight times as an AIADMK candidate, Mr. Palaniswami alleged that

ATS Investigates Pakistani Links in Noida Labor Protests

Noida, April 18: The recent labor protests in Noida have taken a new turn as investigations reveal potential foreign connections, particularly li

Centres Conspiracy To Change Federal Structure Defeated; Victory Of Oppn Unity: Priyanka

NEW DELHI, Apr 18: Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Saturday accused the Centre of conspiring to change the federal structure of the coun

Magnitude 5 earthquake strikes off mountainous Nagano in Japan, says NHK

The quake hit Omachi in northern Nagano around 1:20 p.m., Nippon Hs Kykai said

'Give women their rights, right now': Priyanka Gandhi demands immediate implementation of 2023 Women's Reservation bill

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra has called for the immediate reintroduction of the 2023 Women's Reservation Bill. She labelled the failure of the Constitut

AIADMK 'eaten up' from inside by PM Modi, Amit Shah, now a hollow shell: Rahul Gandhi during poll rally

Ahead of the Tamil Nadu elections, Rahul Gandhi criticized the AIADMK-BJP alliance, calling the AIADMK a mere mask for the BJP. He stated that th

How to get refund from Bengaluru airport taxi driver for excess fare

Even if a passenger does not want to take up the issue with the cab driver at the time of payment of fare to avoid an argument, or if they were t

'India Shouldn't Be Cynical About Pak's Mediation': TCA Raghavan on US-Iran War

In an exclusive interaction with The Quint, ex-diplomat TCA Raghavan speaks about the future of the US-Iran war.

TTD Board Member Sends Legal Notice to Prakash Raj Over Ramayana Comments

Sent through legal counsel, the notice demands a public apology and alleges that Prakash Raj made statements offensive to Hindu beliefs and hurt

Trains from Mangaluru to Subrahmanya Road being restored to regular schedule after completion of track maintenance work

The services of some trains were affected due to line and power blocks for track maintenance between Subrahmanya Road, Yedamangala, and Narimogar

Iran Warns Trump: Hormuz Strait Could Be Closed Amid Naval Blockade

Tehran, April 18: Irans Parliament Speaker, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, has issued a stern warning to U.S. President Donald Trump. He stated that T

Meta Plans Major Layoffs, Targeting 10% of Global Workforce Next Month

New Delhi, April 18: American tech giant Meta is preparing for significant layoffs next month, according to a report. The company may cut at leas

Not just the AC : 6 appliances spiking the summer electricity bill

Stop blaming just the AC! In the 2026 Indian summer, appliances like old refrigerators, geysers left on standby, and inefficient fans are the rea

Owaisi criticises Union govt for ignoring his proposed amendments to Delimitation Bill

Russia hits port, power facility in Ukraine overnight

Russian forces also targeted an energy facility in the Chernihiv region in Ukraines north, the regional power distribution operator said on Teleg

Indian Squash Player Veer Chotrani Exits Hamburg Open After Thrilling Quarter-Final Loss

Hamburg, April 18: Indian squash player Veer Chotrani faced a tough defeat on Friday at the PSA Bronze-level Hamburg Open. He was eliminated in t

Police Encounter with Wanted Criminal in Raebareli Leads to Arrest

New Delhi, April 18: In a late-night encounter in the Khapar Malang area of Raebareli district, Uttar Pradesh, police engaged with a wanted crimi

Mysuru-Belagavi Vishwamanava Express to get LHB coaches for more safety, comfort from April 26

The new coach composition will take effect from April 26 for departures from Mysuru, and April 27 from Belagavi

RSS Supports One Nation, One Election Reform in Exclusive Interview

Stanford, April 18: The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) has expressed its support for significant political reforms, including the One Nation,

High Court order for FIR against Rahul Gandhi in dual citizenship case surprising, unwarranted: Gehlot

The Lucknow bench of the Allahabad High Court directed the filing of an FIR against Rahul Gandhi based on a petition filed by a BJP worker claimi

Opposition chose politics over progress, says Suresh Gopi on Constitution Amendment Bill defeat

In a post on Facebook, Union Minister says it was not just a Bill, but the aspirations of millions of Indian women that were defeated

Indian Diaspora Should Serve Host Nations, Says Dattatreya Hosabale

Stanford, April 18: The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) has articulated a clear perspective on the Indian diaspora. Dattatreya Hosabale, the or

Australia, Japan seal USD 6.5B warship deal with 3 Mogami frigates ordered first

MELBOURNE, Apr 18: Australia and Japan signed contracts on Saturday to deliver the first three of a 10 billion Australian dollar (USD 6.5 billion

Iran reopens Strait of Hormuz, but threatens to close it again as US maintains its blockade

BEIRUT, Apr 18: Iran said it fully reopened the Strait of Hormuz to commercial vessels, but questions lingered Saturday about how much freedom sh

Myanmar release of Suu Kyi top ally spurs small democracy hope

I don't expect much from this release, said one 50-year-old Yangon resident, speaking on condition of anonymity for security reasons. There is no

Schools Closed in Kishtwar Due to Severe Weather Conditions

Mumbai, April 18: Severe weather is currently affecting Jammu and Kashmir, causing significant disruptions. In light of heavy rainfall and snowfa

India smartphone shipments fall to 6-year low in Q1 amid price hikes: Report

Over 80 smartphone models saw average price hikes of 15%, with a further 15%20% expected later

Asha Bhosle: The Timeless Echo of Indias Soul

Lalit Gargg The sky of Indian music feels unusually silent todaysomewhat emptier, somewhat more still. The playful bird of melody, the enchanting

Akshay Kumars son is happy working in village working for Rs 4500 salary, actor says no films, only passion and shares simple parenting rule

Akshay Kumar revealed his son Aarav Bhatia is not interested in Bollywood. Aarav is carving his own path in fashion. He is studying in London and

Wheelchairs, water pots donated to Mysuru city railway station

The wheelchairs will significantly assist elderly and differently-abled passengers, ensuring better accessibility and ease of movement

Missed Diagnoses, Missed Lives: The Critical Role of Laboratory Medicine in Modern Healthcare

Syed Yunis Bukhari In the evolving landscape of modern healthcare, much attention is given to advanced treatments, cutting-edge surgeries, and sp

A billion-year secret: How Lunar ice could turn the Moon into a Space gas station', provide fuel for Mars trip

Scientists have confirmed lunar polar ice has been accumulating for 1.5 billion years. This ancient ice, scattered across different regions, offe

Watch reels with headphones on Chennai Metro Rail trains or cough up a fine

This move comes after an article in The Hindu, dated March 21 and titled, The growing nuisance of reels on loudspeakers in Chennai Metro trains

Opposition Accused of Creating North-South Divide in India: Shambhavi Chaudhary

New Delhi, April 18: Following the rejection of the 131st Constitutional Amendment Bill in the Lok Sabha, leaders and social activists from vario

Russia has looted thousands of Ukrainian cultural objects in war. Finding them is challenge

Following Russia's retreat from Kherson, museum director Alina Dotsenko discovered thousands of artworks missing, with nearly 10,000 pieces' fate

Growing up online: The Generation That Cant Forget

Baby Sharma We live in a time where reality is faster and louder than before. Social media has turned life into something that has to be constant

Amravati sexual exploitation case: NCW calls for stricter action, content to be taken down

Ms. Rahatkar raised questions about the adequacy of legal provisions invoked and sought clarification on why more stringent sections have not bee

Parents Health Insurance in India: How the Right Coverage Decision Supports Their Financial Security in Retirement

Parents healthcare planning is a retirement decision as much as a medical one. As health needs rise with age, a hospital stay can unsettle budget

Sarfaraz Ahmed Appointed Head Coach as Pakistan Announces Squad for Bangladesh Test Series

New Delhi, April 18: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced a 16-member squad for the upcoming Test series against Bangladesh. Former cap

How Are Small Organisations Powering Kashmirs Global GI Revolution

Anvi Jain Everybody knows the well-recognised GI tagged products from Pashmina to saffron, but who made them globally recognised? In the quiet a

Pics: Indian Air Force Chief Flies F-15 Fighter Jet During US Visit

Indian Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh flew the Boeing F-15EX during his US visit for defence talks.

Drug Peddler Arrested in Kupwara with Narcotics, FIR Filed

Kupwara, April 18: Police continue their crackdown on narcotics in Kupwara, setting up a regular checkpoint in Jaggarpora. During this operation,

Major Conspiracy to Prevent Womens Empowerment, Claims BJP MP Praveen Khandelwal

New Delhi, April 18: After the failure to pass the Womens Reservation Amendment Bill (131st Amendment of the Constitution) in the Lok Sabha, BJP

4-member panel with retired judge, ex-IPS officer to probe Nashik TCS case

A Fact Finding Committee has started its inquiry into serious allegations at a TCS office in Nashik. The committee will speak to all parties invo

India drops proposal to mandate national ID app Aadhaar on smartphones after pushback

Indias IT ministry reviewed the proposal and is not in favour of mandating the pre-installation of the Aadhaar App on smartphones, UIDAI said in