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J&K ACB Report Card: 23,798 Complaints, Only 27 Convictions In Last 6 Years

JAMMU, Apr 19: A conviction rate of just 12.6 per cent in corruption cases over the last six years has put a spotlight on the Anti-Corruption Bur

Frequent Mouthwash Use May Increase Hypertension Risk: Experts

EXETER (UK), Apr 19: Social media videos are claiming that mouthwash can raise the risk of high blood pressure and potentially damage heart heal

Allies back Starmer as Mandelson, Epstein leave UK leader fighting for his job

LONDON, Apr 19: Senior Cabinet ministers on Sunday rallied around UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, whose leadership is teetering over his decision

Himachal Govt Defers 30 Per Cent Salary Of Top Officials For Six Months

SHIMLA, Apr 19: A portion of the salary of officers and employees of the Himachal Pradesh government has been deferred for a period of six months

Vice President Radhakrishnan meets Sri Lankan President Dissanayake, discusses Indian housing project

COLOMBO, Apr 19: Vice President C P Radhakrishnan met Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake here on Sunday and held discussions on variou

Womens Reservation: Cong, DMK Betrayed Women, BJP Will Ensure Justice, Says Amit Shah

ERODE (Tamil Nadu), Apr 19: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday lashed out at the Congress and DMK for voting against the Womens Reservation

Womens Bill being used to dilute southern representation, says Kanimozhi

Campaigning for M. H. Jawahirullah, candidate of the DMK-led alliance from Nagapattinam, she addressed voters near Nellukadai Mariamman Temple an

Defeat of bill on womens quota shows BJP doesnt represent peoples will: Akhilesh

Lucknow, Apr 19: Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav on Sunday said the BJP-led NDA has no right to remain in power at the Centre because it

DMKs defeat of Womens Reservation Bill akin to foeticide, says PMK president Anbumani

There is no connection between population and the Delimitation exercise, said the PMK chief

DMK and its allies shattered womens dreams, says Edappadi K. Palaniswami

The DMK alliance does not want to give reservation for women, the AIADMK general secreatary Palaniswami charged

Watch | This election is about Bengals identity; TMC agenda dangerous: PM Modi

Pahalgam Terror Attack Anniversary: Security Tightened Across Tourist Spots In Kashmir

SRINAGAR, Apr 19: Security has been beefed up at tourist spots across Kashmir ahead of the first anniversary of the Pahalgam terror attack in whi

Thunderstorm forecast in 13 Telangana districts on April 20

Hyderabad and its surrounding areas for the next 24 hours will see a partly cloudy sky

Iran says final deal still far off as Strait of Hormuz remains closed

A two-week ceasefire is set to end on Wednesday (April 22, 2026) unless it is renewed

Operating nuclear plants was lifetime committment: Experts

The Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India (SHANTI) Act, 2025, is to help India raise its installed nucl

Five-Member Panel Formed to Probe Student Suicides at NIT Kurukshetra

NIT's Public Relations Officer, Prof Gian Bhushan, said on Sunday that the committee has been constituted to investigate the recent suicide cases

A.P. records weakest MGNREGA performance since bifurcation; work, income, workforce shrink sharply

Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe households bore a substantial share of the income loss; together, they accounted for 484 crore, or about 40%

IPL 2026: Rajasthan Royals wins toss, opts to bat against Kolkata Knight Riders

The Royals have made a couple of changes with Shimron Hetmyer coming back into the side, replacing Lhuan-dre Pretorius while Brijesh Sharma steps

Digital Arrest Scams: CBI To Launch Chatbot To Help People Verify Notices Issued To Them

NEW DELHI, Apr 19: To tackle the menace of digital arrest frauds, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) will on Monday unveil an artificial i

UP Police bust inter-state cyber gang in Bareilly with links to Nepal, China; arrests 5

Uttar Pradesh Police have uncovered a major inter-state cyber fraud network. Five individuals were apprehended in Bareilly for their alleged invo

7 morning habits for a healthier lifestyle

Starting your day with healthy habits can improve energy, focus, and overall well-being. Simple morning routines help build consistency, reduce s

IPL 2026, RR vs KKR LIVE: Rajasthan Royals Wins Toss, Opts To Bat

With a break of about a month looming due to the upcoming Assembly polls, Kolkata Knight Riders will be desperate to secure their first win in fr

US-Iran war: Tehran doubles down on closing the Strait of Hormuz as the ceasefire nears expiration

US-Israel war with Iran: Tehran is maintaining its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. This action continues as long as the United States maintains

2 Punjab Men Get 10-Year Imprisonment In Udhampur Drug Case

JAMMU, Apr 19: A court in Jammu and Kashmirs Udhampur has sentenced two inter-state drug peddlers from Punjab to 10 years of rigorous imprisonmen

Word of the Day: Psammophile

As readers and writers continue to explore expressive and lesser-known terms, Psammophile offers a refreshing departure from the ordinary, inviti

After Shivam Dubes black magic wicket video goes viral, fake CSK voodoo complaint grabs attention; check details

A bizarre on-field moment during an IPL 2026 match between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Chennai Super Kings has gone viral. A fan's apparent 'black ma

Chhattisgarh Vedanta power plant blast: Death toll rises to 24

Eight to ten individuals, including Vedanta Group Chairman Anil Agarwal and plant head Devendra Patel, have been named in the FIR. If more person

Jana Sena Party eyes expansion in Kerala

MLC Nagababu emphasised that though politics in Kerala might differ from that in A.P., the JSPs core ideologies remain the same regardless of reg

Watch: Tamil Nadu election 2026: DMK Minister-candidate Ma. Subramanian interview

Streamlining Kalaignar Kaappittu Thittam for better coverage, next phase of Makkalai Thedi Maruthuvam, including cancer screening, are also on hi

All India Chess Federation aims to host World Chess Championship matches, says Verma

Verma said FIDE had initially been open to awarding the event to Tamil Nadu, with full backing from both the All India Chess Federation (AICF) an

Postal voting for govt staff, police and journalists to conclude today in Thoothukudi ahead of Tamil Nadu polls

Postal voting for government employees, police, fire and rescue staff, and accredited journalists on election duty in Thoothukudi district conclu

IMF, World Bank meetings show limits in mitigating shocks, reliance on US for solutions

Global finance leaders met amid Middle East war news. They acknowledged their limited ability to counter economic damage from frequent geopolitic

Watch: Uthiramerur: Ancient democracy, modern struggles in Tamil Nadus key constituency

From the 10th-century Kudavolai system to todays electoral battleground, Uthiramerur reflects both democratic legacy and present-day challenges

'Bihu going global': US astronaut performs Assamese dance aboard ISS; Himanta Sarma shares video

Astronaut Performs Bihu Aboard ISS, Assam CM Sarma Applause

Astronaut Mike Fincke, who is married to an Assamese woman, Renita Saikia, is seen performing Bihu in a social media viral video.

West Bengal polls: Mamata betrayed Bengal's women by conspiring with parties like Congress, says Nitin Nabin

BJP president Nitin Nabin blamed West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and the Congress for the failure of the women's reservation bill. He

Impossible For Others To Pass When We Can't: Iran On Closing Hormuz

The dueling blockades have complicated Pakistani-led mediation attempts and raised questions about whether the two-week truce can be extended.

After terror attack, Pahalgam shifts to QR code identity system for locals

Responding to last year's unfortunate events, Pahalgam is rolling out a cutting-edge QR code initiative aimed at bolstering security for its many

Naidu to anchor NDAs Tamil Nadu push with rallies and roadshows

N. Chandrababu Naidus visit is aimed at energising party cadre, strengthening voter engagement, and reinforcing the NDAs development-oriented nar

An Insult To Lebanon That US Dictates Its Text: Hezbollah Chief On Ceasefire With Israel

The truce came days after Lebanon and Israel's ambassadors to the US met in Washington ahead of planned direct negotiations between the two count

At least 404 candidates in Tamil Nadu have serious criminal cases against them: Report

Tamil Nadu Election Watch (TNEW) State coordinator P. Joseph Victor Raj released the report and it was received by Jayaram Venkatesan, State Coor

Kerala Lottery Samrudhi SM 51 Result Today (April 19, 2026): Rs 1 crore, Rs 25 lakh & Rs 5 lakh prize winning numbers & full list

Kerala Lottery: Samrudhi SM 51 Kerala Lottery result 2026 will be declared today following a live draw at Gorky Bhavan in Thiruvananthapuram at 3

Summer Diarrhoea: Doctor Explains How Heat Causes Gut Issues, Shares Tips

Summer heat and humidity increase cases of acute gastroenteritis due to faster microbial growth in food and water, causing digestive issues.

No more corridors of peril: Supreme Court rolls out strict highway safety norms, bans illegal parking, encroachments

The Supreme Court has mandated nationwide road safety improvements, banning heavy vehicle parking on national highways and restricting new roadsi

Death toll in Vedanta power plant blast rises to 24

Another worker from Jharkhand injured in the boiler explosion at the Vedanta power plant in Singhitarai village of Sakti district, Chhattisgarh,

Tamil Nadu polls: Stalin unveils Chennai Super-6 plan, promises major urban transformation

UK's Keir Starmer Looks To European Union As Iran War Strains Ties With US

Donald Trump's unpredictability and stream of insults towards US's historic ally is adding impetus to Keir Starmer's bid to deepen ties with the

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to visit Germany to boost defence ties; first visit in 7 years

According to the Ministry of Defence (MoD), discussions will focus on enhancing defence industrial collaboration, strengthening military-to-milit

Ajit Agarkar to continue as chairman of selectors as BCCI renews contract for one year

During his tenure, the committee has taken several tough calls, including overseeing the Test retirements of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, and gr

Andhra Minister NMD Farooq flags off final batch of Haj pilgrims from Vijayawada

The Minister conveyed his best wishes and expressed hope that their sacred journey to Mecca and Medina would be completed safely and successfully

Vinay Varma Revisits Babban Khans Unmatched Popularity

Senior actor and theatre practitioner, Vinay Varma looks back at the rise, reach, and quiet fading of a Hyderabadi stage icon.

Trinamool betrayed women, will be punished in West Bengal elections, says Modi

We have seen how the TMC betrayed women in Parliament. The TMC conspired with the Congress to prevent the passage of the Bill as it is against wo

Mock Drills And Blackout Exercise In J&Ks Poonch From April 20 To April 24

JAMMU, Apr 19: The District Administration Poonch has issued directions for the conduct of a Civil Defence air mock drills and blackout mock exer

Life on Rs 11,000 a month in Noida: How workers survive on minimal salaries amid rising LPG prices and high rent

In Noidas industrial belt, thousands of factory workers are struggling to survive on monthly wages of around Rs 11,000Rs 14,000, pushing many int

Celebrating Akshaya Tritiya: Mango Festival at Mumbadevi Temple

Mumbai, April 19: Devotees are flocking to temples across the country to celebrate Akshaya Tritiya. In both North and South India, Lord Vishnu an

IPL 2026: Ayush Mhatres dismissal set us back a little bit, says CSK batting coach Mike Hussey

Mike Hussey said he is happy with Dhonis batting at nets and had encouraging update on the former CSK captain

ICSE, ISC Results 2026 Date: Check expected release timeline at results.cisce.org, past trends, official websites and steps to download

The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations, CISCE, will soon announce the ICSE and ISC results for 2026. Students can check their

Congress, DMK opposition to Womens Reservation Bill wont be tolerated: Amit Shah

Women have been denied crucial opportunities due to the actions of the Congress and the DMK, and such practices will not be tolerated, Amit Shah

Actor Parthiban moves Madras High Court seeking no caste, no religion certificate

The actor says the Tamil Nadu government is sleeping over the matter despite an order passed by a Division Bench of the High Court on June 10, 20

NDA Leaders Criticize Congress and Opposition Alliance Over Womens Reservation Bill Delay

New Delhi, April 19: NDA leaders have accused the opposition of working against womens rights due to the failure to pass the Womens Reservation A

Territorial Army Announces Recruitment Rally for 161 Positions Starting May 5

New Delhi, April 19: A significant opportunity has emerged for those aspiring to serve the nation. The 137th Overall Ecological Task Force Battal

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How Rs 460 Bluetooth Tracker In Postcard Revealed Location Of A Dutch Warship

On the ship, crew members phones unknowingly helped the tracker send location data.

Indias Vice President Discusses Strong Civilizational Ties with Sri Lankan President

Colombo, April 19: Indias Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan has arrived in Sri Lanka for a two-day visit. He was welcomed with a traditional Kand

Last Chance to Surrender Before April 29: PM Warns TMC 'Goons at West Bengal Rally

Listing promises for women in West Bengal, he said that women will receive free rations and Rs 36,000 annually with the 'Maatri Shakti Bharosa Ca

Adani arm sets up three hotel, real estate airport city units

Adani Enterprises is expanding its airport cities. Three new subsidiaries will focus on hotels and real estate development. This is part of a lar

Bulgarians head to polls to elect parliament for eighth time in 5 years

Bulgarians are voting for the eighth time in five years. They hope to elect a stable parliament to end political deadlock. Nationwide protests ag

Tamil Nadu polls: Vijays TVK backs independent candidate in Salems Edappadi, calls for fitting lesson

Actor-turned-politician Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) will back an independent candidate in Edappadi after their nominee's disqualificat

Beef Season 2 review: Too many cooks, not enough meat on the bone

Lee Sung Jins sharp, simmering class feud has swelled into a crowded, overworked spread that loses the very bite that made Beef worth chewing on

ICSE Class 10 Result 2026 Expected Soon: Last Year's Date, Pass Percentage

ICSE 2026: Besides the official website, students can also avail the SMS facility and DigiLocker application to check their Class 10 results.

Andhra Pradesh Medical Services Recruitment Board Announces 26 Job Openings

Visakhapatnam, April 19: Good news for job seekers in Andhra Pradesh. The Andhra Pradesh Medical Services Recruitment Board has released a new re

Mentioned Congress 59 times, women barely: Kharge leads opposition charge on PM Modi's speech

Opposition leaders Mallikarjun Kharge, Mamata Banerjee, and D.K. Shivakumar have strongly criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi, accusing him o

Rs 100 crore net worth, yet no luxury cars: Mumbai founder travels by auto, stays in budget hotels. Internet cant believe it

A Mumbai-based entrepreneur has sparked online discussion after sharing the story of a founder with a net worth of Rs 100 crore who continues to

Bihar Police Uncover Skeleton of Missing Youth, Two Arrested

Gopalganj, April 19: In a significant development in the case of a youth who went missing two years ago, Bihar police have arrested two individua

TMC Denies Claims of I-PAC Halting Operations in West Bengal for 20 Days

Kolkata, April 19: The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has refuted claims made by the Indian Political Action Committee (I-PAC) regarding a 20-day suspe

From Greetings To Being On Time: Indian Woman Says Europe Changed Her Lifestyle

She adds that these women moved out early, started earning on their own and made their own decisions without constant involvement from relatives.

'Hitting F-35 is not one-off event': Iranian Parliament Speaker claims forces neutralised 180 drones, targeted US stealth jet

Iran's Parliament Speaker claimed its forces neutralized 180 drones and targeted a US F-35 stealth fighter, signaling advanced defense capabiliti

CII Advocates for Industrial Land Reforms to Position India as a Global Manufacturing Hub

New Delhi, April 19: The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) emphasized the necessity of affordable and transparent access to industrial land

Plates, bottles, dirt everywhere: Airbnb host goes viral after guests leave behind shocking mess

An Airbnb host went viral after showcasing a property left in a shocking state of disarray by guests. The video revealed extensive trash, leftove

Tamil Nadu election 2026: Disappointed over confusion post bifurcation, Tirukkoyilur constituency electors feel neglected

Tirukkoyilur Assembly Constituency is witnessing a generational shift with sitting MLA and DMK strongman K. Ponmudi having been been denied seat

What Is Liver Fibrosis: Can It Be Reversed With Early Intervention? Doctor Answers

For many years, it was believed that when an individual develops liver scarring, it can not be reversed. Today, we know that this is not entirely

Punjab governor gives assent to anti-sacrilege Bill

The Jaagat Jot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar (Amendment) Bill, 2026, proposes stricter punishments to deter incidents of 'beadbi' (sacrilege) and

Telangana Heatwave: Ten districts exceed 44C; Kerameri hits 44.6C

The data from the Telangana Development Planning Society showed that 10 districts recorded temperatures exceeding 44C, while 13 districts experie

Soldier found dead in Jammu camp, investigation under way

The exact cause of death will be ascertained after the completion of the investigation, the officials said

Student deaths in NIT Kurukshetra: CPI(M) MP Brittas seeks Education Minister's intervention

In his letter, John Brittas noted that four students have died at the institute between February and April this year

'Grateful to Pope Leo...': JD Vance says Pontiff-Trump differences are complicated' than portrayed

Sadhvi Sail Crowned Femina Miss India World 2026 in Bhubaneswar

Bhubaneswar, April 19: KIIT Bhubaneswar, in collaboration with Rajnigandha Pearls, hosted the 61st Femina Miss India competition 2026, where Sadh

SC Issues Pan-India Directions For Road Safety, Says Expressways Should Not Become Corridor Of Peril

NEW DELHI, Apr 19: Observing that expressways must not become corridors of peril due to administrative lethargy or infrastructural gaps, the Supr

Modi accuses TMC, Congress of blocking womens reservation bill

Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused Trinamool Congress and Congress of conspiring to block the Women's Reservation Bill in Parliament. He stated

Mike Hussey Comments on Ayush Mhatres Injury: A Significant Loss for CSK

Hyderabad, April 19: Chennai Super Kings (CSK) batting coach Mike Hussey provided an update on young batsman Ayush Mhatres injury, which occurred