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Elevated crude prices to increase imported inflation, widen CAD: Malhotra

Fundamentals of Indian economy remains on stronger footing at current juncture than in previous crisis episodes providing greater resilience to w

Live:Ceasefire is threatened as Israel expands Lebanon strikes and Iran closes strait again

Trump said the U.S. would work with Iran to remove buried enriched uranium, though Iran did not confirm that.

Forest guard killed in M.P.s Morena as sand mafia tractor runs him over

The tractor-trolley was carrying the sand mined from the Chambal river

GIFT City fund ecosystem expands sharply; capital commitments cross $32 billion

The increase marks nearly a 60-fold jump, reflecting the growing use of the international financial services centre for structuring India-focused

Assembly Elections 2026 Live: Voting begins in Assam, Kerala & Puducherry

As Trump claims victory, Iran emerges bruised but powerful with leverage over Hormuz

A U.S.-Iran ceasefire ends nearly six weeks of war, with President Trump claiming victory. However, analysts warn the truce solidifies Iran's con

Iran's economy was weak before the war, now it's worse

Irans economy, already under strain with nearly 50% inflation, has worsened sharply after more than five weeks of war. Prices of basic goods, med

Telangana Partners with Germanys Lower Saxony on Skilled Workforce

A key area of collaboration includes the exchange of knowledge and best practices in workforce development systems

Opposition questions rejection of notices seeking removal of CEC

Opposition leaders criticized the rejection of their impeachment notices against the Chief Election Commissioner, alleging it strangles the const

Iran-Israel war LIVE: U.S.-Iran truce hangs in balance as war flares in Lebanon

Hezbollah fires rockets at northern Israel on Thursday, citing ceasefire breaches

Kerala goes to polls today with 2.71 crore voters, 883 candidates

The 2026 elections have also drawn attention as it is the first to be held after the SIR of the electoral roll

LIVE: Puducherry to Vote Today for 30 Seats to Elect New Assembly

Puducherry Chief Electoral Officer P. Jawahar said that 110 sector officers have been deployed across 1,099 polling stations

Iran risks ceasefire collapse over Lebanon misunderstanding, says JD Vance; hints truce fallout is Tehrans call

US Vice President JD Vance urged Iran not to let a fragile ceasefire deal collapse over Israel's attacks on Lebanon, stating the truce did not in

Netanyahu says Israel ready to 'return to battle at any moment' against Iran

Prime Minister Netanyahu declared Israel remains prepared to fight Iran if necessary, despite a US-Iran truce. He asserted that Israel has achiev

Bulbul writes to ICC over ouster

New Delhi, April 8: Ousted Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) chairman Aminul Islam Bulbul has written to the International Cricket Council (ICC) see

LIVE: Keralam to Vote Today: 2.6 Cr Voters, 883 Candidates

Kerala Chief Electoral Officer Rathan U. Kelkar stated that approximately 1.46 lakh trained polling personnel will be deployed across all polling

Shami dismissed Abhishek with a new variation: LSG coach

INDIAN PREMIER LEAGUE | RRS YASHASVI JAISWAL HOLDS ORANGE CAP WITH 170 RUNS Kolkata, April 8: The secret behind Mohammed Shami outfoxing Abhishek

Shahs son rejects US regime change claim, says Iran still under same rulers despite war

Reza Pahlavi, son of Iran's ousted shah, stated that Iranians still need to free themselves from their religious rulers, even after a ceasefire b

LIVE: Assam Heads to Polls today as Congress Looks to Reclaim State

In total, more than 2.5 crore voters are eligible to cast their votes in this election, with 722 candidates contesting

Iran's parliament speaker says three key clauses of ceasefire proposal were violated ahead of negotiations

Iran's Parliament speaker, Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, stated that three key clauses of a 10-point proposal were violated before upcoming negotiation

Morning Brief Podcast: Two Women Fought to Change India's Maternity Laws... and Succeeded

African Proverb of the Day: The ruin of a nation begins in the homes of its people.

The African Proverb The ruin of a nation begins in the homes of its people highlights how a countrys future is shaped by the values practiced wit

Assam election 2026 LIVE: Assam votes today in high-stakes polls; BJP eyes third term as Congress-led alliance mounts challenge

Polling will be held from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. across 31,490 polling stations in 35 districts.

Kerala election 2026 LIVE updates: Polling to commence in 140 constituencies

Over 2.7 crore voters will go to polls across the State, where the elections will be held in a single phase for all 140 constituencies and 883 ca

Game of Thrones actor Michael Patrick passed away at 35 What was his cause of death?

Irish actor Michael Patrick has died at the age of 35 after battling motor neurone disease. Known for his role in Game of Thrones, he was remembe

Havertzs stoppage time goal helps Arsenal pip Sporting Lisbon 1-0

London, April 8: A second straight Champions League semifinal is in sight for Arsenal. Kai Havertz scored in stoppage time on Tuesday to seal a 1

Trump blasts NATO over Iran war, revives Greenland threat after talks with Mark Rutte

President Trump expressed frustration with NATO allies following a meeting with Secretary General Mark Rutte, reiterating his belief they were ab

FIFA opens case against Spanish federation over anti-Muslim chants

ZURICH, April 8: FIFA on Tuesday opened disciplinary proceedings against the Spanish football federation because of anti-Muslim chants made by Sp

Morning Digest: Kerala, Assam and Puducherry to vote in high-stakes polls today; Iran closes Strait of Hormuz after Israeli attacks on Lebanon, and more

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Nongkseh and Khimusniang to clash in MSL 5 opener

By Our Reporter Shillong, April 8: The Meghalaya Football Association today announced that the opening match of the 5th Meghalaya State League (M

Vaishnavi, Sahaja power India to 3-0 sweep over NZ in BJK Cup

New Delhi, April 8: Young debutant Vaishnavi Adkar and Sahaja Yamalapalli notched up convincing wins as India bounced back in style, blanking New

These Soil Sakhis in Maharashtras drought prone region are bringing about a quiet revolution

How empowered marginalised women are helping farmers increase their yield in this drought-prone region in Maharashtra. Scientists and farmers bod

India beat Chinese Taipei 3-1

Young Tigresses stay in contention for knockout stage Pathum Thani (Thailand), April 8: The Indian U20 womens team kept alive their hopes of qual

Assembly Elections 2026 LIVE updates: Assam, Kerala and Puducherry go to polls in a single phase today

A key contest among the bypolls is for the Baramati seat which fell vacant after elected MLA and Maharashtra's deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar d

Iran Announces Alternative Routes In Hormuz Strait

Iran announced alternative routes on Thursday for ships travelling through the Strait of Hormuz, citing the risk of sea mines in the main zone of

India urges Iran to speed up oil cargo shipments amid ceasefire window

While the ceasefire may hold for now, a return to normal oil trade could take at least three months due to multiple hurdles, including slow vesse

North Korea Says Latest Tests Used Cluster-Bomb Warhead Missiles

The report by North Korean state media came a day after South Korea's military said it detected North Korea firing multiple missiles from an east

Fire dance horror: Performer engulfed in flames during zoo fire show; jumps into river to escape blaze

A fire dance performance at a wildlife park in Nantong, China, turned into a frightening incident when a dancers outfit caught fire mid-show. She

J&K Bank renews tie-up with Bajaj Life Insurance for 3 years

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Apr 8: J&K Bank has renewed its corporate agency agreement with Bajaj Life Insurance Company for another three

J&K Bank installs two new ATMs in Kulgam

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Apr 8: Jammu & Kashmir Bank today commissioned two new ATMs in Kulgam district at Aharbal and Chowgam to enhanc

Impressive: Nuke Watchdog Praises India's Nuclear Milestone At Kalpakkam

The landmark step marks a significant advancement in the country's indigenous nuclear programme and its pursuit of long-term energy sustainabilit

Ceasefire threatened as Israel expands Lebanon strikes, Iran closes strait again

The White House demanded that the channel be reopened and sought to keep peace talks on track

GPSC Recruitment 2026: Apply for 213 Positions Including Deputy Commissioner by April 16

Gandhinagar, April 9: The Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) has officially announced the recruitment for various positions, including Depu

Mumbai Dismantles 1,200 Illegal Structures on Government Land

Mumbai, April 9: The Municipal Corporation of Mumbai has demolished approximately 1,200 illegal shanties built on government land in the Ananbhau

KMT Chairperson Pays Tribute at Sun Yat-sens Mausoleum in Nanjing

Beijing, April 9: Chang Li-wen, the chairperson of the Chinese Kuomintang (KMT) party, led a delegation to pay tribute at the Sun Yat-sen Mausole

Omars morning jog sparks fitness buzz among locals

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 8: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday went jogging along the streets of Bishnah, a border villag

Pakistan Cuts Petrol Levy Despite IMF Regulations: Report

New Delhi, April 9: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has urged Pakistan to remove subsidies on diesel, as providing fuel below market prices

IPL 2026: Gill, Sundar, and Buttler Shine as GT Sets 211-Run Target for DC

New Delhi, April 9: In the 14th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, Gujarat Titans (GT) set a formidable target of 211 runs against De

Together, let us empower our Nari Shakti!

Narendra Modi In the coming days, India will be immersed in a festive season, with celebrations taking place across the length and breadth of the

Mehbooba Mufti Highlights Pakistans Role in US-Iran Ceasefire

Srinagar, April 9: Mehbooba Mufti, the leader of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and Farooq Abdullah, head of the National Conference, have r

Will the ceasefire hold

Harsha Kakar kakarharsha@gmail.com The ceasefire announced with much fanfare by Donald Trump in his ongoing conflict with Iran, supposed to have

MP Govt Set In Motion Process To Implement UCC, Special Session Of House May Be Convened To Pass Bill

The state home department has been directed by chief minister Mohan Yadav to prepare the UCC draft bill for its approval by his cabinet, sources

Indian Government Cuts Landing and Parking Fees for Airlines by 25%

New Delhi, April 9: In a significant move to support domestic airlines amid the ongoing crisis in West Asia and the rising global prices of aviat

NDA Is Now New Delhi Alliance: Trichy Siva

Speaking to media persons at the DMK headquarters on Wednesday, Siva said that convening the Parliament during election time was a cheap trick an

Indias Oil Lifeline: Why Sea Power Matters

Robin S. Mehta, DS Sodhi sodhidalbir7777@gmail.com National strength in the 21st century is not measured by territory alone. It is measured by th

Tej Pratap Yadav Critiques Bihars Liquor Ban Amid Tragic Incident

Patna, April 9: Tej Pratap Yadav, the national president of the Jan Shakti Janata Dal (JJD), has openly criticized the liquor ban policy in Bihar

Ensuring Zero Casualty in PDD

Bashir Ahmad Dar darbashir@gmail.com The organisers and participants of Lineman Diwas on 7th March, 2026 in Jammu deserve appreciation and congra

Maharashtra Labour Dept. Moves To Regulate Zomato, Swiggy, Blinkit Hiring

The government is also considering a unified registration system, social security benefits, grievance-redress mechanisms, stricter audits and enh

Hailee Steinfeld reveals home routines she follows with Josh Allen after welcoming their first child

Hailee Steinfeld has opened up about her home life with husband Josh Allen following the arrival of their first child. In a recent interview, the

Mamata Banerjee Warns of Mandatory Vegetarianism if BJP Wins in Bengal

Kolkata, April 9: The upcoming assembly elections in West Bengal pose a significant challenge not only for the Trinamool Congress but also for th

Ceasefire threatened as Israel expands Lebanon strikes

Iran again closes Strait of Hormuz TEHRAN, Apr 8: The United States demanded today that Iran immediately reopen the Strait of Hormuz after the Is

MP/ Question In BCA Exam Triggers Protest By Hindu Bodies, MP University Orders Probe

The university authorities on Wednesday ordered a probe into it as the issue has threatened to snowball into a major controversy.

Omar calls upon civil society to contribute towards making J&K drug-free

Fight cant be won by Govt alone Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 8: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today underscored the need for a collective re

Indian Minister Kirti Vardhan Singh Attends Deck Reception on INS Sandhyak in Yangon

Yangon, April 9: Indian Minister of State for External Affairs, Kirti Vardhan Singh, participated in a deck reception aboard the Indian Navys sur

Army chief visits HAL, takes sortie in LCH Prachand

NEW DELHI, Apr 8: Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi on Wednesday visited state-run defence major Hindustan Aeronautics Limited in Bengaluru, and als

Iran-US ceasefire welcome, war no solution: Farooq

Suhail Bhat Srinagar, Apr 8: National Conference president and former Chief Minister, Dr Farooq Abdullah, today welcomed the ceasefire between th

India-Egypt joint special forces exercise Cyclone to be held from Apr 9-17

NEW DELHI, Apr 8: A military exercise will take place from April 9-17 between the troops of India and Egypt with an aim to enhance joint mission

CS sets ball rolling for identification of AAY beneficiaries for 200 units free electricity

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 8: The Government of Jammu & Kashmir has initiated the process for identification of eligible beneficiaries un

Cabinet clears draft bills for womens reservation

LS seats may go up to 816 NEW DELHI, Apr 8: The Union Cabinet is learnt to have cleared today the draft bills which seek to implement the Womens

CM reviews measures for conservation, adaptive reuse of heritage assets

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 8: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today chaired a meeting on Heritage Promotion and Cultural Tourism in Jammu &

Sukhu announces increase in number of PG seats across Himachal Pradesh medical colleges

SHIMLA, Apr 8 : Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Wednesday said postgraduate seats will be increased in all medical coll

NITI Aayog for OGG to boost J&Ks horticulture sector

NEW DELHI, Apr 8: Government think tank NITI Aayog today pitched for Operation Golden Greens (OGG) a project for the horticultural sectors trans

National Quantum Mission achieves 1,000 km secure communication milestone within 3 years: Dr Jitendra

Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, Apr 8 : Under the National Quantum Mission, a 1,000-km quantum communication network-one of the longest in the

Sanitation workers appointed as BLOs for pre-SIR exercise in Hyderabad

Hyderabad's old city residents seeking voter list assistance encountered sanitation workers instead of trained officials. These workers, appointe

Discovering Anjanadri Hill: A Sacred Journey to Hanumans Birthplace

New Delhi, April 9: Devotees hold deep reverence for Lord Hanuman. It is said that wherever the Ram Katha is recited, a space is always reserved

Pakistan Getting Ceasefire Credit Modi Governments Biggest Failure: Raut

In a post on X, Raut said that Pakistan had sent a message of peace to the world by helping stop the conflict.

Tej Pratap Yadav Urges Tejashwi to Protect Bihars Image

Patna, April 9: Tej Pratap Yadav, the president of Jan Shakti Janata Dal, has responded to remarks made by his younger brother and RJD leader Tej

West Asia conflict deals a double whammy to Indias farm sector: pre-harvest cost pressures, post-harvest shipping delays

Supply shocks, export disruptions, and labour shortages caused by the Iran war are beginning to strain Indias agriculture despite ample foodgrain

Logic may not be the right tool to examine faith and belief systems, says Supreme Court

Nine-judge Bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant continues hearing on Sabarimala entry issue

No Muslim name finds place in BJP's Bengal list

The BJP has not nominated any Muslim candidates in the Bengal elections, a departure from previous polls despite a significant Muslim membership.

Status quo stance reflects prudent, calibrated approach: Setty

With growth projected at 6.9% for FY27 and inflation expected to remain within the target band, the policy underscores stability while leveraging

India Plays Key Role in US-Iran Ceasefire, Says BJP MP Sakshi Maharaj

Lucknow, April 9: BJP MP Sakshi Maharaj highlighted Indias significant role in the recent two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran.

From Orphanage to International Podium: Coach Vedwan shapes Payal Nags destiny

Ranjit Thakur JAMMU, Apr 8: From the quiet confines of an orphanage to the grand stage of international sport, Payal Nags journey is as much a st

CM Stalin Wonders If India Was Sliding Towards Dictatorship

Raising a series of questions on the delimitation process to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday, Stalin, in his X message, asked why the U

Sakeena interacts with visiting Parliamentary Standing Committee

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Apr 8: Minister for Education, Social Welfare, Health and Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo today interacted with

Dogra Educational Trust signs MoU with Chanakya IAS Academy

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 8: Reaffirming its commitment to holistic, value-based and career-oriented education, Dogra Educational

MIER College of Education holds Workshop

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 8: MIER College of Education, through its Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC), successfully conducted a wor

Northern Army Commander reviews operational preparedness in Dah Division

Excelsior Correspondent RAJOURI, Apr 8: Lt Gen Pratik Sharma, Army Commander, Northern Command, visited Dah Division today and reviewed the opera

Apricot Blossom Festival begins in Ladakh

Tsewang Rigzin KARGIL, Apr 8: The annual Apricot Blossom Festival began in Ladakh with its inauguration at Garkone village in the Kargil district

GPSC Recruitment Alert: Apply for 20 Accounts Officer Positions by April 21

Gandhinagar, April 9: The Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) has officially announced the recruitment of 20 Accounts Officer (Class-2) posi