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Rare flamingo sighting in Nashik as sanctuary turns pink in April heat

In a rare summer sighting, flamingos arrived at Nandur Madhmeshwar Bird Sanctuary in Nashik, surprising birdwatchers. Officials called it a rare

Brent crude crosses USD 120 as Trump vows to keep Hormuz blockade

Global oil prices jumped over USD 120 after US President Donald Trump announced the naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz will stay in place, ra

PBP EcoAqua, India's Leader in Sustainable In-House Bottled Water Solutions, Forays into East Africa

Progressive Business Partnership (PBP)’s PBP EcoAqua , a homegrown success story in providing sustainable in-house glass bottled water solu

Alphabet plans to ramp up investment after strong quarter driven by AI demand

Alphabet reported a Q1 net profit of $62.6 billion, up 81% YoY, including a $36.9 billion gain on equity securities, while revenue rose 22% YoY t

James Comey will be given 'every opportunity' to defend his case: Todd Blanche

Vijay Leads over Stalin as Preferred CM in Tamil Nadu: Survey

During the survey, it was noticed that Vijays rising appeal is largely driven by strong support from young and first-time voters

TVK Vijay Mirrors Pawan Kalyans Political Optics? Visuals Spark Debate

A leading producer recently pointed out that Vijay appears to be adopting a campaign style that closely resembles the template earlier establishe

Pakistan Army launches strikes along Afghanistan border; Taliban urges end to clashes

Pakistan Army has intensified operations along the Afghanistan border. Precision strikes targeted Afghan Taliban and TTP Fitna al-Khawarij positi

Manipur CM Yumnam Khemchand Singh appeals to public to maintain harmony

Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh inaugurated five development projects in Langthabal Assembly Constituency. These include water supp

Pooja Hegde Rumoured to be Dating Actor Rohan Mehra: Here is What We Know

Over the past couple of days, rumors have circulated that Pooja is dating Bollywood actor Rohan Mehra.

Tehran Stands Firm on Hormuz as Trump Signals Ongoing Blockade

The hardline position advocated by IRGC chief Major General Ahmad Vahidi is now dominant in Tehran, with Iran showing no willingness to concede c

Australia aims to tax tech giants unless they pay news outlets

Australia wants big tech companies to compensate local publishers for sharing articles that drive traffic on their platforms

Telangana SSC Results 2026 Recounting, Reverification And Supplementary Exam Dates Announced

TS SSC Results 2026: Students who wish to apply for rechecking of marks or appear for supplementary exams can now complete the process within the

ICSE, ISC Results 2026 Live Updates: CISCE to release Class 10, 12 results today at results.cisce.org, check how to download and more

'Return Kohinoor': Mamdani to raise Kohinoor demand with King Charles III during New York visit; watch what he said publicly

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani has called for the return of the Kohinoor diamond ahead of King Charles III's visit. The diamond, a contested royal

NYC Mayor Mamdani says he would encourage King Charles to return the Koh-i-Noor diamond

India has indicated that it will continue to explore ways to bring back the Koh-i-noor from the United Kingdom

Iran unlikely to concede ground on Hormuz as Trump indicates continued blockade: Analysis

Iran maintains a firm stance on its nuclear program and control of the Strait of Hormuz. The United States continues its naval blockade, viewing

CISCE ISC results 2026 direct link: Check how to download scorecard from results.cisce.org, DigiLocker, SMS service and other details

ISC Class 10 Result 2026 Link: The ISC Class 12th results for 2026 will be released today, April 30th, at 11 AM by the Council for the Indian Sch

Google to invest up to $40 billion in AI rival Anthropic

The investment comes just days after e-commerce giant Amazon said it will invest up to $25 billion in the startup, which has managed to stand out

4.1 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Ladakh

Shallow earthquakes are between 0 and 70 km deep; intermediate earthquakes, 70 - 300 km deep; and deep earthquakes, 300 - 700 km deep.

8th Pay Commission: Deadline Extended, Basic Pay, Pension Demands Explained

8th Pay Commission: NC-JCM had requested the Commission to extend the last date for submitting employee demands (memorandums) from April 30 to Ma

Putin's Extremely Damaging Consequences Warning To Trump In 90-Minute Call

The leaders also discussed the war in Ukraine, now in its fifth year following Russia's invasion of its neighbour in 2022.

Sen Murphy raises alarm over alleged Trump plan to steal midterm polls: 'Its happening in courts'

UP: DJ Booked After Loud Wedding Music 'Scares' 140 Chickens to Death

The noise was so intense that the chickens got frightened and died, the complaint read.

SC quashes criminal case against cop due to 35-year delay in trial

'State bifurcation', P 12

CISCE ICSE Results 2026 OUT today at cisce.org: Check steps to download, direct link, alternative methods, login credentials needed and more

ICSE Class 10 Result 2026 Link: The results of Class 10 Result 2026 are coming out today at cisce.org and results.cisce.org at 11 AM. Students ar

The Devil Wears Prada: Meryl Streeps icy sass meets Anne Hathaways ambition. Are fans excited for the sequel?

The Devil Wears Prada has become a cultural phenomenon, beloved even by people who were born years after its release.

Dola's arrest reflects strength of India-Turkiye partnership on terror & transnational criminal networks

India and Turkiye's security cooperation remains strong, evidenced by the recent swift deportation of narco-trafficker Salim Ismailbhai Dola. Dol

Hormuz no more? America's most powerful man may have just renamed it 'Strait of Trump'

Donald Trump has shared a post on Truth Social suggesting the Strait of Hormuz be renamed the 'Strait of Trump'. This move comes amid rising glob

SC: Can't take away right to speedy trial due to gravity of case

PM Modi Expresses Grief Over Bengaluru Wall Collapse, Announces Ex-Gratia for Victims

In a statement on X, the Prime Minister termed the mishap as unfortunate and conveyed condolences to the bereaved families.

Matter of religion is a matter of conscience, not for debate: SC

ICSE, ISC Result 2026 LIVE: CISCE Class 10, 12 Scorecard Out Today At 11 AM

ICSE, ISC Result 2026 LIVE Updates: CISCE Class 10, 12 Result out today, 11 am at cisce.org. Check direct link to download your scorecard here.

'Can Get Heart Attack': Iran Touts New Weapon After US Rejects Peace Plan

Iran's Navy Commander claimed that the Iranian forces have carried out at least seven missile operations against the US aircraft carrier Abraham

Trump Backs UAE's OPEC Exit, Says Move Could Lower Oil Prices

The UAE on Tuesday announced its exit from OPEC and the broader OPEC+ grouping, marking a significant shift in global oil dynamics

4 Chhattisgarh Cops Detained In Guwahati For Taking Bribery From Accused

A police team from Raipur arrived in Guwahati this week in connection with a cyber fraud case registered in Chhattisgarh.

Stock Market LIVE Updates, Sensex Today: Markets Likely To Open In Deep Red As Brent Crude Surges To $120

Stock Market, Sensex, Share Market, Nifty LIVE Updates:

Trump Slams Ex-FBI Chief James Comey Following Indictment Over Cryptic 8647 Post

According to CNN, Comey surrendered to law enforcement on Wednesday and appeared in federal court in the Eastern District of Virginia.

NMC nod to cardiology diploma after years of wait

Trump weighs US troop cut in Germany amid Iran feud

Donald Trump has threatened to reduce US troops in Germany. This comes after disagreements with Chancellor Friedrich Merz regarding the war with

Air India To Start Hub-And-Spoke International Trials From Varanasi In June

The matter came to light on April 27, three days after the incident. The victim was identified as Nahida Parveen, a resident of Manitola within D

Air India Pilot Dies Of Heart Attack In Bali During Scheduled Rest

The first officer, who was nearly 40 years old, operated a flight from Delhi to Bali on Tuesday, according to an airline official.

Microsoft-OpenAIs open relationship; Tuba Siddiquis personal care brand

Microsoft and OpenAI have announced a significant amendment to their partnership, with the duo moving from being an exclusive couple towards a mo

Kolkata rain today: IMD issues yellow alert as rain, thunderstorms to continue for second day. Check full week's forecast

Kolkata weather update: The residents of Kolkata may see relief from heatwave again as the IMD has forecast rainfall and thunderstorms for Thursd

Trump Signals Ukraine Ceasefire Possibility After Call with Putin

The leaders also discussed Middle East tensions, particularly Irans nuclear program

Andhra Pradesh SSC Result 2026 Releasing Today At 11 AM, Check Official Websites Here

AP SSC Result 2026: BSEAP will announce the Class 10 results today, April 30, at 11 AM. Students can check their AP SSC Marks Memo using their ro

Sacred Piprahwa relics of Buddha reach Ladakh as Leh marks Buddha Purnima

Scientists Identify Hidden Effect That Makes Old Buildings Feel Haunted

A new study suggests that infrasound, a low-frequency vibration inaudible to the human ear, may be responsible for the unsettling feelings people

Piprahwa relics of Buddha arrive in Leh, people gather in huge numbers to pay respect

In Ladakh, the relics will be open for public veneration at Jivetsal from May 2 to May 10; Union Home Minister Amit Shah, along with other Union

Indian Airlines to Resume Qatar Flights After Two-Month Disruption

Passengers have been advised to stay in close contact with airlines for real-time updates on schedules, terminal details and booking status

'Would encourage him to return...': NYC Mayor Mamdani to raise Koh-i-Noor issue with King Charles

Oil Surge and Fed Signals Rattle Bonds as U.S. Stocks Hold Steady

On Wednesday, the price for a barrel of Brent crude for delivery in June, which is getting less trading action than Julys contract, briefly breac

How Musk and Altman are feuding over OpenAIs future in court

The documents filed by both sides on the opening day of trial tell two completely different stories and only one can be true

Morning Digest: Exit polls predict close contest in Bengal, DMK+ lead in T.N.; U.S. Fed holds rates steady even as four officials dissent, and more

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Trump tariff refunds may finally be in sight as first payouts expected by May 11

The Trump administration is set to issue its first tariff refunds around May 11, following the Supreme Court's ruling that the sweeping duties we

India Repatriates 2,929 Seafarers as Gulf Tensions Persist

Tensions remain high in the Gulf region as the United States and Iran have yet to reach an agreement to end the conflict

Delhi relaxes wheat procurement norms

To maintain quality balance, it has been specified that broken and slightly broken grains together must not exceed 6%

SEBI appoints Care Ratings to vet performance and risk of market stakeholders

Hegseth Grilled in Congress Over $25B Iran War

The war has cost $25 billion so far, according to Pentagon numbers presented to the House Armed Services Committee

US Supreme Court ruling guts minority vote protections, could redraw political map by 2028

The Supreme Court significantly weakened a key Civil Rights-era law by striking down a majority Black congressional district in Louisiana. This 6

RBI exempts small NBFCs from registration

Announces revised guidelines for relief measures in natural disaster-hit areas

Morning Brief Podcast: SunOrganon: The scope, risks, and future of India's biggest pharma deal

Quote of the day by Malcolm X, You cant separate peace from freedom because no one can be at peace unless..... A life lesson from a fearless civil rights leader on justice, power, dignity, and why true peace demands freedom today

Quote of the day by Malcolm X: The Malcolm X quote on peace and freedom still hits hard in todays divided world. It is not just a quote. It is a

Two Arrested For Raping Minor In UP: Cops

The complainant alleged that the accused lured her 16-year-old daughter to a wedding venue located on Lala Mahmoodpur Road and raped her.

Nilgiris forest fire totally contained: TN government

Why are US stock market indexes, Dow Jones and S&P 500, down while Nasdaq is up today, and will S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures for tomorrow continue to rise or drop again? Full market explanation after Fed decision and tech earnings

Why are US stock market indexes, Dow Jones and S&P 500, down while Nasdaq is up today, and will S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures for tomorrow continue

Creation of five new districts in Ladakh Area as important as population

Pushp Saraf pushapsaraf@yahoo.com In the late 1990s, the late Ladakh leader P. Namgyal led a delegation from Leh to the then Planning Commission

Exit polls differ on West Bengal, Tamil Nadu; give Assam to BJP, Kerala to Cong

Exit polls suggest a BJP-led alliance victory in Assam and a UDF win in Kerala, potentially leaving the Left out of power in any state. Puducherr

UN Says Iran Has Executed 21, Arrested Over 4,000 Since War Started

Turk said at least nine people have been executed in connection with protests in January, 10 for alleged membership in opposition groups, and two

A look back at creation of five new districts in Ladakh

Pramod Jain, Rinchen Dolma Ladakh, a Union Territory in Northern India, was on the cusp of a significant transformation on August 26, 2024, when

Araghchi dials Jaishankar to discuss West Asia situation

Akshaya Patra-inspired initiative highlights challenge of food insecurity among US college students

NEW YORK, Apr 29 : A global food initiative, inspired by the Akshaya Patra Foundation, has highlighted the need to combat the challenge of food i

Javid Dar inaugurates Rs 3.5 cr Fruit & Vegetable Processing Unit in Marh

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 29: In a major boost to agricultural infrastructure in Jammu region, Minister for Agriculture Production, Rura

Ericsson discusses manufacturing expansion, research investments in India with Scindia

NEW DELHI, Apr 29 : Swedish firm Ericsson on Wednesday discussed its plan to expand manufacturing footprint, research and development investments

Rickeltons ton in vain as SRH beat MI by 6 wickets

MUMBAI, Apr 29: Ryan Rickeltons whirlwind unbeaten ton was overshadowed by Heinrich Klaasens unbeaten 65 as Sunrisers Hyderabad defeated Mumbai I

Cabinet meets today; JSDs Cadre Review, SMG Rec Rules on agenda

MS, DyMS, AMSs to be re-designated as Prof, APs *JKAS officers to be promoted, Distts to get 9 DAOs Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, Apr 29: The UT Cabinet

Exit Polls Show Clear Wins in 4 States, Bengal Defies Consensus with Sharply Split Verdict Projections

NEW DELHI, Apr 29 : Exit polls for the high-stakes Assembly elections across West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Assam, and Puducherry on Wednesday

Govt proposes Motor Rules Amendments to expand ethanol, alternative fuel scope

NEW DELHI, Apr 29: The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has proposed amendments to vehicle emission rules to widen the scope for higher et

2026 WB poll battle: Highest-ever voter turnout of over 92% amidst SIR shadow caps fierce BJP-TMC faceoff

KOLKATA, Apr 29 : West Bengals high-stakes assembly elections ended on Wednesday with a massive voter turnout of 91.66 per cent in the second and

Moscow intends to further increase military-technical cooperation with New Delhi

MOSCOW, April 29 : Moscow intends to further increase the military-technical cooperation with New Delhi, and it is ready for a joint development

DB seeks ATR on healthcare gaps across J&K

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 29: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has directed the respondent authorities to submit a fresh sta

DB puts J&K Sports Bodies under scanner

*Seeks truth on players representation Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 29: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has taken serio

Abandoned Husky found dead, 5 rescued, '30 missing'

Dabholkar murder convict secures bail pending appeal in Bombay HC

Trump Says US Reviewing Possible Reduction Of Its Troops In Germany

President Donald Trump said Wednesday that the United States is considering reducing the number of its troops in Germany, amid a row with German

BSF organizes blood donation camp in Mankote Sector

Excelsior Correspondent POONCH, Apr 29: In a commendable humanitarian initiative, the 182 Battalion of Border Security Force (BSF) organized a bl

JKPDC donates medical equipments & drugs for thalassemia patients

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 29: Under the leadership of Managing Director, Rahul Yadav, Jammu Kashmir Power Development Corporation (JKPDC

GIS-Based Master Plan for Ramban, Banihal Towns on the anvil

RAMBAN, Apr 29: The District Administration Ramban is in the process of formulating a GIS-based Master Plan for Ramban and Banihal Townships envi

Delhi HC orders action after obscene content disrupts virtual hearing

The Bench, also comprising Justice Tejas Karia, was conducting routine court proceedings, which were also accessible through the virtual conferen

Police conduct rapid drug tests on drivers

Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, Apr 29: Police in Kulgam today conducted rapid urine drug abuse tests on drivers plying along the National High