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Mamata Banerjees Victory at Stake as Polling Begins in West Bengal

Kolkata, April 23: Polling for the first phase of the West Bengal Assembly elections commenced on Thursday morning. Voters are casting their ball

U.S. Trade Representative Greer Defends Trumps Tariff Policy

Washington, April 23: U.S. Trade Representative Jamison Greer has strongly defended the trade policies of the Trump administration. He informed r

Tree Plantation Drive Marks Earth Day at Sai Tirupati University

Udaipur, April 23, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran): A tree plantation programme was organised at Sai Tirupati University, Umarda, on the occasion of World E

Why AWS sees India as a key market; How Ladli Foundation is changing lives

AWS sees India as one of its key strategic markets as the country provides the opportunity to build population-scale solutions and also engage wi

US-Iran war: President Trump will dictate the timeline, says White House Press Secretary Leavitt

Iran war news: The White House states President Donald Trump will decide the West Asia conflict's end. This decision hinges on American national

Assembly Elections: Voting begins for single-phase in Tamil Nadu polls, first phase in West Bengal

Voting for Assembly elections in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal Phase 1 is underway. Polling concludes today at 6 PM. Over 5.73 crore voters are part

UP Board Class 10 Results 2026 today: How to download scorecards from upmsp.edu.in, documents you need to keep ready, passing marks and more

UP Board Result 2026 Class 10: The wait for more than 27 lakh students is going to be over as the Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad will d

US Iran War Live Updates: Not A Deal-Breaker, Says US After Iran Fires At 3 Ships In Hormuz

US-Israel-Iran War Ceasefire News Live Updates: The standoff between the US and Iran has effectively choked off nearly all exports through the st

DMK vs AIADMK, And A Vijay 'Hero Or Cameo' Question As Tamil Nadu Votes Today

Tamil Nadu is voting today for the assembly elections, with the high-stakes contest pitting the DMK alliance against the AIADMK-led NDA. MK Stali

West Bengal Elections 2026: Factors that will decide the fate of the crucial polls in the Eastern state

West Bengal gears up for a crucial 2026 election. The ruling TMC faces a strong challenge from the BJP. Key issues include voter rolls, law and o

Israel-Iran LIVE: Iran attacks 3 ships in Strait of Hormuz

Lebanon meets Israel in Washington to request truce extension

Man Arrested After 14 Years On Run In 2012 Delhi Robbery-Abduction Case

Delhi Police have arrested a Rs 20,000 rewardee and proclaimed offender who had been evading capture for 14 years in connection with a 2012 robbe

Trump says eight Iranian women won't be executed, Iran disputes entire account

President Donald Trump announced Iran would not execute eight women protesters. He stated this was a sign of respect for his request. Iranian off

Trinamool-BJP Battle Royale Begins In Bengal With 152 Seats In Phase 1

Two states that have eluded the BJP for long are voting today and more than Tamil Nadu, it is Bengal that all eyes will be on. For Trinamool Cong

1 In 4 Stock Market Investors Is Now A Woman, Demat Accounts Jump By 129%

As many as 19 states now report female investor participation above the national average. More than 3 crore demat accounts are operated by women.

West Bengal Elections 1st Phase Voting LIVE Updates: Polling For 152 Seats To Begins

West Bengal Assembly Elections 2026 Phase 1 Voting LIVE Updates: Around 3.6 crore voters in 152 of the state's 294 constituencies are expected to

SoftBank seeks $10 billion margin loan backed by OpenAI shares: Report

SoftBank Group is seeking a substantial $10 billion loan. This loan is backed by its shares in ChatGPT-maker OpenAI. The move signals SoftBank's

Mission Bengal: Why BJP has found it hard to break Mamata Banerjees bastion

West Bengal politics remains a high-stakes battle between the long-standing dominance of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) under Mamata Banerjee and t

Morning Digest: Voting for all 234 Tamil Nadu seats, Phase 1 in West Bengal today; U.S. Navy Secretary John Phelan fired by Pentagon, and more

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Mock polling conducted in Tamil Nadu, West Bengal ahead of voting for assembly polls

Assembly elections 2026: Voting for Tamil Nadu and West Bengal polls commences today. Mock polling ensured readiness. Tamil Nadu votes in a singl

LIVE: West Bengal 2026 Polls: Phase 1 Voting in 152 Seats Begins

The state will witness two phases of polling in the Assembly elections 2026, with the second phase scheduled to take place on April 29

Iran war: US intercepts three Iranian oil tankers in Asian waters, sources say

US forces have intercepted at least three Iranian oil tankers in Asian waters. These vessels were near India, Malaysia, and Sri Lanka. The US mil

Congress gets nod for Rahul Gandhi's rallies in West Bengal

US-Iran war: Waiting for 'safe and sustainable' crossings through Strait of Hormuz, top shipping execs say

Shipping giants are demanding safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz. Top executives state that until vessels can transit without risk, oil an

11 Killed in Multi-Vehicle Collision in UP's Mirzapur

According to police reports, a truck rear-ended multiple vehicles, including a car, an SUV, and a trailer

Multi-vehicle collision in U.P.s Mirzapur leaves 11 dead, probe underway

According to preliminary findings, a truck travelling downhill is suspected to have suffered a brake failure and rammed into another truck ahead

Quote of the Day by Walt Disney: 'All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage...'. Life lessons from world's most beloved animator

Quote of the Day by Walt Disney: All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them is a famous quote by Mickey Mouse creator Wa

Power Cut in Udaipur Today April 23

Udaipur, April 23 (Udaipur Kiran): Several parts of Udaipur will face scheduled power cuts today due to maintenance work. Electricity supply will

Summer in Bengaluru: mango menus, tropical cocktails, and seasonal feasts

From indulgent mango desserts and fruity cocktails to limited-edition summer menus, Bengalurus restaurants are celebrating the season with vibran

Morning Brief Podcast: Polls On My Pod: TN and the Thalapathy Factor

West Bengal Assembly Elections Phase 1 Voting Live Updates: Big day in Bengal as voting begins for 152 seats

Dog Bites About 40 People In Madhya Pradesh

A dog bit nearly 40 people all of whom are being treated at the Satna District Hospital here, an official said on Wednesday.

Bettrlabs is building an AI-powered R&D platform for consumer product innovation

Bengaluru-based deeptech startup Bettrlabs is digitising product development for consumer brands, helping them move from idea to formulation fast

Transporting bodies by rail will spare family of financial strain: social service organisation

The body must be embalmed in a sealed coffin box, and a medical certificate stating that the deceased had not died of infectious disease must be

Coimbatore South AIADMK candidate alleges irregularities; demands permission to stage protest on Thursday

Bessent says Gulf, Asian allies request swap lines, UAE and US would benefit from one

America's Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent revealed that Gulf and Asian nations seek currency swap lines from the US. These requests aim to manag

Preeti, Arundhati among four promoted to TOPS Core Group after Asian Boxing Cships heroics

New Delhi, April 22: Four Indian boxers, Preeti Pawar, Priya, Arundhati Chaudhary, and Sachin, have been elevated to the Target Olympic Podium Sc

LIVE: Mock Polling Begins in Tamil Nadu Ahead of Voting

The Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly elections are being held in a single phase today

Djokovic remains hopeful for LA Oly

Two years seems very long but Im working on it New Delhi, April 22: Novak Djokovic has set his sights firmly on extending his Olympic journey, re

Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections Voting Live Updates: 5.67 crore voters to decide fate of Stalin, EPS, OPS, Vijay; Voting begins

Lululemon says it picks former Nike executive Heidi O'Neill as next CEO

Lululemon has taken a decisive step by naming Heidi O'Neill, an ex-Nike leader, as the brand's new chief executive. This transition follows mount

Venus eyes French Open after 10th straight loss

Madrid, April 22: Venus Williams has her sights on the French Open. The 45-year-old former world No. 1 said Tuesday after losing her 10th straigh

US Navy Secretary John Phelan leaves his job, marks latest departure of a top defense leader

US Navy Secretary John Phelan has suddenly departed his post. Undersecretary Hung Cao, a decorated Navy veteran and former congressional candidat

Tamil Nadu elections 2026 LIVE: Voting begins at 7 a.m. across 234 constituencies in the State

Delegates of the International Election Visitors Programme 2026 will visit Tamil Nadu to witness the polling process in the State

Jio Financial, Allianz Group form JV for general, health insurance

JFSL and Allianz are also working towards a separate binding agreement for life insurance business in India

West Bengal Elections 2026 LIVE: First phase of polls to see voting across 152 Assembly constituencies today

The opening phase includes all 54 seats in north Bengals eight districts and several in Murshidabad, Nadia, Birbhum and Hooghly

Cucurellas barber leaks Chelsea team news

LONDON, April 22: When the Chelsea team was announced as kick-off approached before Tuesdays game at Brighton, the news may not have been a surpr

Pahalgam Attack Case: Govt Appoints Karambir Singh Nalwa Special Public Prosecutor To Lead Trial

New Delhi, Apr 22: The Centre has appointed noted lawyer Karambir Singh Nalwa as Special Public Prosecutor to lead the trial in Pahalgam terror a

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Former champion Leicester relegated to third division

London, April 22: Former Premier League champion Leicester will be playing in the third tier of English football next season. Leicester, which se

Mbappe, Vinicius lift Real Madrid out of 4-game slump with win over Alaves

Madrid, April 22: Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Junior each scored as Real Madrid ended a four-game winless streak by defeating Alaves 2-1 on Tuesda

Inter rally to beat Como, reach Italian Cup final

Milan, April 22: Inter Milans pursuit of a sweep of the Italian league and Cup titles is still alive. The Serie A leader came back from two goals

Supreme Court rebuke of Mamata hands BJP extra ammo on poll eve

Party Believes Prospects Better This Time

Trump proposal to replace Iran with Italy in World Cup sparks debate as FIFA stays silent

Talk about Iran's World Cup spot is growing after a suggestion to replace it with Italy. The idea came from a US envoy and is linked to politics

Iran seizes ships, fires in Strait of Hormuz as tensions rise

Iran has seized two ships and fired on three vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. This action tightens Iran's control over the strategic waterway. On

Turkey Votes To Ban Social Media For Under-15s

The Turkish parliament voted on Wednesday to prevent children under the age of 15 from accessing social media platforms, state media agency Anado

Iran strikes three ships in Strait of Hormuz as Trump extends ceasefire

DUBAI, April 22: The United States has indefinitely extended its ceasefire with Iran, as announced by President Donald Trump, despite stalled eff

Why did John Phelan quit as US Navy Secretary? Shock exit, Trump-Iran link and Pentagon leadership change explained

John Phelan has suddenly left his job as US Navy Secretary. The Pentagon confirmed his exit, but no clear reason was given. Hung Cao is now actin

SBI RSETI organizes Assistant Book Keeper Training Programme

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 22: An Assistant Book Keeper Training Program of 38 days organized by SBI Rural Self Employment Training Insti

Fairdeal Motors launches Tata Azura Range of trucks

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 22: Fairdeal Motors, an authorized dealer for Tata Motors in Jammu launched the new Tata Azura range of trucks

Allen student Kabir Chhillar bags All India Rank-1 in JEE-Main 2026

Excelsior Correspondent KOTA, Apr 22: Allen Career Institute (ACI) has once again proven its superiority in the results, after Allen student Kabi

U.S. Navy Secretary John Phelan fired by Pentagon

Mr. Phelan's departure also comes just weeks after Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth fired the Army's top officer, Gen. Randy George, as well as two

Rajasthan Royals beat LSG by 40 runs

Lucknow, Apr 22: Lucknow Super Giants batters, led by their mercurial skipper Rishabh Pant, let Mohammed Shamis brilliant bowling effort go down

India questions UNSG candidate Bachelet on UNSC reforms, Global South goals

UNITED NATIONS, Apr 22: India raised issues of UN Security Council reform and Global South development goals as it questioned former Chilean pres

Pak academics document Bhai Ram Singhs legacy that shaped key architectural landmarks in Lahore

LAHORE, Apr 22: The life and contributions of Bhai Ram Singh, one of the most distinguished architects of 19th century India, has been documented

Congs character, face unmasked before people: Shekhawat on Kharges terrorist remark

NEW DELHI, Apr 22: Union minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat on Wednesday termed Congress president Mallikarjun Kharges terrorist remark against Pr

Ritvik makes history, enters U-17 TT Nationals final

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 22: In a historic breakthrough for Jammu & Kashmir, Ritvik Gupta stormed into the final of the U-17 Boy

India failed to produce any solid evidence linking Pak to Pahalgam attack: Tarar

ISLAMABAD, Apr 22 : Pakistan on Wednesday said that India has not presented any solid evidence or proof linking Islamabad to the Pahalgam terrori

Digital archive dedicated to Constitution launched

NEW DELHI, Apr 22 : A digital museum dedicated to the Constitution of India, bringing together Constituent Assembly debates, archival records, bi

CM points to negligence in Udhampur accident; says driver was on leave, owner gave bus to truck operator

Preventing Pahalgam-like tragedy remains top priority *Govt expecting good number of visitors to J&K this year Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, Apr 22: Chie

INS Nireekshak arrives in Sri Lanka for Operational Turnaround and training visit

COLOMBO, Apr 22 : Indian Naval Ship (INS) Nireekshak has arrived in Sri Lanka for Operational Turnaround (OTR) and a training visit, aimed at fur

Shaheen attends MS Tagan annual day, pushes digital, infra boost in schools

Excelsior Correspondent RAMBAN, Apr 22: National Conference District President Ramban and Member Legislative Assembly (MLA) Banihal, Sajjad Shahe

LG visits GMC Jammu; inquires about health of citizens injured in Udhampur accident

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 22: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today visited Government Medical College in Jammu to inquire about the hea

I-PAC ED vs Mamata Banerjee: SC raps CM over interference in probe, says such acts put democracy in jeopardy

NEW DELHI, Apr 22: The Supreme Court on Wednesday strongly deprecated West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjees storming into the premises of P

Anne Hathaway says Inshallah in an interview, clip goes viral

LOS ANGELES, Apr 22: Hollywood star Anne Hathaway has gone viral on social media for using Inshallah during an interview with a magazine for thei

Centre notifies rules for online gaming

New Delhi, April 22: The Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY) on Wednesday notified the much-awaited rules providing the procedural framework t

Capital One $425M settlement approved: Millions of customers to get payouts heres how to get yours

Capital One settlement news is trending after a $425 million payout was approved for customers. Many people may get money due to savings account

Govt allows ethanol blending in aviation fuel

New Delhi, April 22: India has permitted the blending of ethanol and other synthetic or man-made hydrocarbons in aviation turbine fuel (ATF), but

Gold, silver rise up to 2 pc amid extension of US-Iran ceasefire

MUMBAI, April 22: Gold and silver prices showed positive momentum on Wednesday over an extension of the ceasefire between the US and Iran, with b

SGH-o mikka balwa rakangtaie nok-jamrang nosto ongata

BAGHMARA: South Garo Hills jolo mikka balwa tarakangtaianichi banga nokdangrang nengnikaniko chagrongtaiaha. Koborko onani gitade South Garo Hill

JK forest officers flag stagnation, delays in promotions

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Apr 22: The human resource framework of the Forest Department in Jammu and Kashmir is facing a grave crisis due

NIA attaches JeM operatives properties

NEW DELHI, Apr 22: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Wednesday attached several properties belonging to a Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) terror

Islamic militants kill 11 people, burn homes in late-night attack in Nigeria

It was the latest violence in Africa's most populous country, which has long been battling a complex security crisis.

Chief Secretary Chairs meeting to Address Issues of Transport Associations in Leh

Excelsior Correspondent LEH, April 22 : Chief Secretary, Union Territory of Ladakh, Ashish Kundra, today chaired a meeting to deliberate on issue

DC chairs Mega Awareness-Cum-Registration Camp of PM Surya Ghar-Muft Bijli Yojana

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, APRIL 22: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Akshay Labroo today presided over a mega Awareness-cum-Registratio

Heatwave conditions likely in most parts of India: IMD

NEW DELHI, Apr 22: Heatwave conditions are likely to prevail over major parts of northwest, central and eastern India during the next four to fiv

DC Anantnag chairs meeting of Single Window Committee of Mining Leases

Excelsior Correspondent ANANTNAG, APRIL 22: Deputy Commissioner Anantnag, Dr. Bilal Mohiuddin Bhat today chaired a meeting of the District Level

Terror victims daughter backs strong response

KOCHI, Apr 22: Arathi R Menon, the daughter of N Ramachandran, who was among the 26 tourists killed in the Pahalgam terror attack, on Wednesday s

Hydropower generation in J&K improves with IWT in abeyance

Sant Kumar Sharma Years after the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) was signed on September 19, 1960, in Karachi between Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru and Gene

DDC launches pictorial publication on District Capex Works for 202526

Excelsior Correspondent KATHUA, APRIL 22: District Development Commissioner Kathua Rajesh Sharma today launched a publication titled Visual Highl