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Uppal police refute ambulance delay claims, say no prolonged traffic disruption after IPL match

Sergio Gore Meets Trump, Discusses Strong Future for India-U.S. Relations

Washington, April 8: Sergio Gore, the U.S. Ambassador to India, met with President Donald Trump in Washington. The discussion focused on the futu

Accused in Keralas Walayar mob lynching case found dead

Vinod Kumar was out on bail, and Kerala High Court was scheduled to consider an application by the SIT seeking cancellation of his bail

As campaigning ends, which narrative will voters endorse on April 9?

Public campaigning for the April 9 Assembly elections in Kerala, Assam and Puducherry has ended, setting the stage for a single-phase vote across

Special session on delimitation: T.N. CM Stalin says DMK will not stand by and watch

Stalin asked why there is a hurry to convene a special session of Parliament right in the middle of elections to five States

What happens inside a polling booth? A simple walkthrough for new voters

Here is a step-by-step guide to what voters can expect after entering a polling station

New Tamil play Mr. Stranger on the absence of work-life balance in todays world

Dummies Dramas well-directed play deals with a familiar issue.

J&K CM Omar Abdullah questions gains of U.S. in West Asia conflict after ceasefire deal

Omar Abdullah remarked that the passage was already open and freely available before the war began.

This new dining hall in Bengaluru is all about hearty Karnataka fare

Abandon fast breeder nuclear reactor project at Kalpakkam, Vaiko urges Centre

He said the technology used in this type of reactor to generate power had been tested in several countries, but had been largely abandoned due to

Mamata Banerjee files nomination fromBhabanipur;sets stage forhigh-stakescontest

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee seeks fourth term from home turf; faces challengeasSuvenduAdhikarienters fray

Bengaluru: One dead in fatal early morning truck collision near Satellite Bus Stand

Police said the truck was descending the Mysuru Road flyover when the driver reportedly lost control and crashed into a 10-wheel lorry that was s

Christian Michel Faces Setback as Delhi High Court Rejects Release Plea in Augusta Westland Case

New Delhi, April 8: The Delhi High Court has denied the release petition of alleged middleman Christian Michel James in the Augusta Westland VVIP

Sikkim: Army clears route, rescue of stranded tourists begins from Lachen

Road connectivity to Lachen had been cut off for several days after a section near Taramchu caved in

Mahela concedes MI blown away by Sooryavanshi and Jaiswal magic

MI suffered a 27-run defeat in a rain-curtailed IPL clash as Jaiswal and Sooryavanshi lit up the night with a blistering display that powered RR

U.S.-Iran ceasefire, Hormuz reopening to ease shipping disruptions, says Indian trade body FIEO

The ceasefire and reopening of the Strait of Hormuz bring immediate relief to exporters, by easing shipping disruptions, high freight rates, and

Ashok Gehlot Criticizes Delay in Rajasthan Local Body Elections as Constitutional Crisis

Jaipur, April 8: Senior Congress leader and former Chief Minister of Rajasthan, Ashok Gehlot, has accused the BJP-led state government of pushing

IRDAI forms panel to review private health insurance facets

Sub-committee to address key challenges and opportunities in private health insurance, aiming for enhanced consumer trust and improved policyhold

A plastics ban Tamil Nadu tried in 2002 and stepped back from

Introduced on May 7, 2002, the Bill proposed a ban on the sale, storage, transport and use of non-reusable plastics due to the rapid increase in

Assam Assembly Elections: Polling Staff Excited for Their First Experience

Guwahati, April 8: Preparations for the Assam Assembly elections, scheduled for Thursday, are in their final stages. Polling teams from Vishwanat

Voter Numbers Decline in West Bengal for the First Time Since 2011

Kolkata, April 8: The special intensive revision (SIR) process in West Bengal has concluded with the release of the final supplementary list. For

IKS Health Announces Launch of Audit-Ready Autonomous Coding Capabilities

Combining advanced automation with expert human coders, IKS Health coding offering is audit ready and achieves up to 95% accuracy

Trev Mobility raises Rs 3.65 cr in angel funding round

NEW DELHI, Apr 8:All-electric chauffeur cab service provider Trev Mobility on Wednesday said it has raised Rs 3.65 crore in an angel funding roun

Hyundai Motor India to hike prices from May by up to 1 pc

NEW DELHI, Apr 8:Hyundai Motor India Ltd on Wednesday said it will hike prices of its vehicles by up to 1 per cent across its portfolio from next

South Central Railway Extends Special Trains to Manage Summer Rush

Services announced on BengaluruSantragachi, Kalaburagi, and Bidar routes till April-end

RBI holds rates, awaits clarity on Iran wars impact on economy

MUMBAI, Apr 8: The Reserve Bank of India kept its key policy rate unchanged on Wednesday, adopting a cautious wait-and-watch stance as policymake

OneQode, Hitachi Vantara & Cylix Form Strategic Alliance to Launch Sovereign AI Factory Initiative

Tejashwi Yadav Criticizes Bihars Health Minister Over Dire Conditions

Patna, April 8: Tejashwi Yadav, the leader of the opposition in the Bihar Assembly, launched a scathing attack on the states health department on

OMC stocks rally as crude oil prices drop sharply on US-Iran ceasefire

NEW DELHI, Apr 8: Shares of oil marketing companies soared on Wednesday, with HPCL climbing 9 per cent, as crude oil prices retreated sharply to

Watch: Trump pauses Iran strikes for 2 weeks, opens window for talks

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a temporary halt to military strikes on Iran, creating a narrow window for diplomacy in the escalating

Oil prices sink, US stock futures jump as US, Iran agree to 2-week ceasefire

NEW YORK, Apr 8: Oil prices plunged below USD 100 a barrel and Asia markets and US stock futures jumped after the US and Iran agreed to a two-wee

Sunsure Energy Signs 3 Consecutive PPAs with Wonder Cement; Delivering 30 MWp Across Maharashtra & UP

BJP Files Complaint Against TMC Leader Abhishek Banerjee for Incendiary Speech

Kolkata, April 8: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has lodged a complaint with the Election Commission against Abhishek Banerjee, the All India G

Hezbollah pauses attacks under US-Iran ceasefire, sources close to group tell Reuters

Hezbollah has stopped firing at Israel and Israeli forces in Lebanon. This comes after a US-Iran ceasefire announcement. However, Israel continue

Winxs $7 million foal Quinceanera retires without racing, shifts to breeding - heres why

Winx's highly anticipated $7 million foal, Quinceanera, has been retired without ever racing due to veterinary advice. The filly, who set a globa

US carmakers accuse EU of blocking supersised pick-up trucks from roads, FT reports

American automakers are raising concerns that Brussels is hindering the sale of their beloved large pick-up trucks in Europe. Iconic models like

Sand Mafia Kills Forest Guard in Morena, Madhya Pradesh

Mumbai, April 8: In a shocking incident, a forest guard was killed by the sand mafia in Morena district, Madhya Pradesh. The police are actively

People celebrate in Tehran after Trump agrees to twoweek ceasefire

Chinese Pigs Fed New Menu As Beijing Weans Farmers Off US Soy

China imports 80% of its soy needs from US but during the West Asia crisis China sees swapping soy for domestic alternatives as a national securi

Delhi property ownership gets easier: Govt, not DDA, to issue conveyance deeds; How residents can apply & what it means for you

The Indian government has relaxed rules under the PM-UDAY scheme for regularising properties in Delhis unauthorised colonies, now allowing them t

Expeditiously Exit: India Issues Advisory for its Nationals in Iran

In a post on X, the Indian Embassy in Iran strongly advised citizens to exit using the routes it has recommended

Immediate Relief for Farmers Affected by Unseasonal Rain and Hail in Uttar Pradesh

Lucknow, April 8: The Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Yogi Adityanath, has expressed deep concern for farmers affected by unseasonal rain, hails

Narayana Reviews AIS Officers Housing Works in Amaravati

Minister directs officials to speed up construction, targets completion by end of April

India leads in workplace disengagement as Quiet Quitting trend rises. Why are Indians mentally checking out at jobs?

Employee engagement has declined globally for the second consecutive year, with South Asia, particularly India, experiencing the steepest drop. T

'Get Lost' vs 'Stay Quiet': An Election Body-Trinamool Congress Showdown

Derek O'Brien said the Trinamool delegation went to meet the Chief Election Commissioner with nine letters from Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Bane

CM Omar Abdullah Questions Rationale Behind US And Israel Waging Unjust War Against Iran

JAMMU, Apr 8: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah questioned the rationale behind the United States and Israel waging an unjust war ag

What is hydrogen fuel cell technology?

A cleaner way to power cars, buses, and even citieshydrogen fuel cells turn simple elements into electricity, with only water as waste.

Yashasvi Jaiswal Achieves Milestone with Special Century for RR in IPL 2026

Mumbai, April 8: Young left-handed opener Yashasvi Jaiswal is recognized as a suitable player across all formats. He is a regular member of the I

Uttar Pradesh govt hikes honorarium of Shiksha Mitras, part-time instructors

Shiksha Mitras honorarium increased from 10,000 to 18,000; Part-time instructors honorarium increased from 9,000 to 17,000

How West Bengal voted in 2021: a recap

A deep look into the poll number from 2011-2021 elections that shaped West Bengals electoral landscape

Post Monetary Policy Press Conference, April 2026 | RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra

Ranveer Singh Bows to Shankar Mahadevans Talent in Viral Sajde Reel

Mumbai, April 8: In Bollywood, when an actor collaborates with a musician on a song, it creates a memorable moment for fans. Recently, superstar

Champions League: Kane leads Bayern to 2-1 win over Real Madrid in 1st leg of quarterfinals

Kylian Mbapp scored Madrid's goal after the visitors had taken a two-goal lead at the Santiago Bernabeu

Telangana Govt. Issues Notification for Census; Seeks Cooperation from People

The census is a key source of data on population, housing, literacy, economic activity, migration, and other socio-economic factors

IPL 2026 MI vs RR: It felt like Mumbai Indians lacked purpose and intent with ball, Anil Kumble says

Rajasthan Royals secured a commanding victory over Mumbai Indians. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi impressed with aggressive batting against Jasprit Bumrah.

The Gulf Country That Stands to Gain Most From Iran's Ceasefire Plan

Iran's plan includes a protocol for ships to obtain permits and licences from Tehran and Muscat to pass the Strait of Hormuz.

NGT Mandates GPS Installation in All Water Tankers in Delhi

New Delhi, April 8: The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has ordered the Delhi Jal Board to install GPS in all water tankers. This directive aims to

RBI to withdraw investment fluctuation reserve requirement for banks

The Reserve Bank of India plans to remove the investment fluctuation reserve requirement for commercial banks. Existing rules already provide suf

As SIR set to begin in Telangana, people struggle to gather documents; flag concerns over voters list

Use of advanced technological tools is essential to preserve Kannada language and literature, says writer Jogimane Girish Rao

Dont ignore emerging technology, says Girish Rao

RBI MPC 2026: Why Malhotra and Co left rates unchanged?

The Reserve Bank of India kept the repo rate unchanged at 5.25% with a neutral stance, as its policy panel voted unanimously in its first decisio

ABAP flags retired judges appearing in foreign courts, seeks law to regulate post-retirement conduct

ABAP also stated that many former members of the judiciary have exercised restraint by declining assignments that may conflict with the dignity o

Expeditiously Exit Iran: Centre's Fresh Advisory For Indian Citizens

Expeditiously Exit Iran: Centre Issues Fresh Advisory For Indian Citizens

PM Modi Celebrates 11 Years of Mudra Schemes Impact on Youth and Women Empowerment

New Delhi, April 8: Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked the 11th anniversary of the Mudra Scheme today, highlighting its positive influence on wo

Bengal polls: CM Mamata Banerjee files nomination from Bhabanipur constituency, rakes up SIR issue

What is Irans 10-point conditions for ceasefire and negotiations

Iran said that the plan called for continued Iranian control over the Strait of Hormuz, acceptance of enrichment, lifting of all primary and seco

Senior Congress Leader Mohsina Kidwai Passes Away, Condolences from Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge

New Delhi, April 8: Senior Congress leader and three-time MP from Meerut, Mohsina Kidwai, passed away on Wednesday at the age of 93. She breathed

The Folly at Amethyst, Chennai: Where fashion turns into art

At Amethyst Chennai, founder Kiran Rao has shaped The Folly into a dynamic space where designer showcases make fashion accessible, interactive, a

Crude oil, remittances & exports: RBI spells out where the Iran war bites India

The Reserve Bank of India emphasises the ramifications of the West Asia conflict on the nation's economy. Fluctuating energy prices, uncertaintie

Rana Daggubati Set for a Special Role in Jai Hanuman?

With Jai Hanuman, Rana seems poised to step back into the spotlightthis time in a powerful, possibly mythological avatar.

RBI eases NPA-linked capital rules, scraps IFR buffer for banks

The Reserve Bank of India is easing capital rules for banks. A key condition linking quarterly profits to capital adequacy based on NPA provision

US-Iran Ceasefire Stops War Clock At 90 Minutes. What Now?

The immediate test for this ceasefire is the next 24 hours; if Iran, the US, and Israel can control their trigger fingers, the Islamabad talks (o

Allu Arjuns Meteoric Rise to Pan-India Stardom

Allu Arjun is expanding his fan base with sheer hard work and professionalism. His stocks are truly soaring, Raju notes.

Cricket Australia Announces Central Contracts for Women Cricketers, Uncapped Ainsworth Included

Melbourne, April 8: Cricket Australia (CA) has unveiled the central contracts for women cricketers for the 2026-27 season. The list features new

Hyundai Resuming New Palisade SUV Sales After Finalizing Fix

2026 model year Palisade and Palisade Hybrid vehicles equipped with second and thirdrow power seats in Limited will soon hit market with updated

Rupee surges 50 paise to 92.56 against USD in early trade after U.S.-Iran agree to 2-week ceasefire

Forex traders said the two-week ceasefire announcement triggered a wave of outsized bargain buying amongst the risk assets

US-Iran ceasefire, Hormuz reopening to ease shipping disruptions: FIEO

Exporters welcome the ceasefire between the US and Iran. The reopening of the Strait of Hormuz eases shipping disruptions and reduces costs. This

Raaka: Allu Arjun-Atlee movie gets a title; first look out

Deepika Padukone is set to play the female lead in Raaka, produced by Kalanithi Maran of Sun Pictures

Raaka: Netizens Reacts To Allu Arjuns First Look

Sharing the title and first poster, Allu Arjun wrote, The wait is over. Gear up for RAAKA.

Pak's role in US-Iran ceasefire a severe setback for PM Modi's diplomacy: Jairam Ramesh

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh criticizes Prime Minister Narendra Modi's foreign policy. He states Pakistan's role in the US-Iran ceasefire is a s

Extended timeline ensured accurate voter list: U.P. CEO

Handling elections in a huge State like Uttar Pradesh is challenging because people are politically aware and political parties and their cadres

What it takes to run AI in the real world: Lessons from Akamai Digital Leadership Summit

From inference costs and voice AI to API security and sovereign models, the Akamai Digital Leadership Summit examined what it really takes to run

Vijay Campaigns in Tirunelveli Amid Tight Security for Tamil Nadu Elections

Chennai, April 8: Actor-turned-politician Vijay will campaign today in Tirunelveli for the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. He is set to address a

RBI Raises Indias GDP Growth Forecast to 7.6% for FY 2026

New Delhi, April 8: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has revised its economic growth forecast for the country, increasing the real GDP growth esti

Stock Market Soars, Sensex Rises by 2,800 Points

Mumbai, April 8: The Indian stock market witnessed a significant surge during Wednesdays trading session, with major benchmark indices Sensex and

Bayern Munich Defeats Real Madrid 2-1 in Champions League Quarterfinal

Madrid, April 8: Bayern Munich has secured a strong advantage towards reaching the semifinals by defeating Real Madrid 2-1 in the first leg of th

Stunning Images of Earth and Moon Captured by Artemis II Mission

New Delhi, April 8: The American space agency NASA has shared breathtaking images of Earth and the Moon taken during the Artemis II mission on th

Mongolia to Screen 20,000 Women for Cervical Cancer This Year

Ulaanbaatar, April 8: This year, Mongolia plans to screen at least 20,000 women aged 30 to 40 for cervical cancer, primarily caused by the human

RR's Batters At The Top Of Batting Are Taking IPL By Storm : Faf Du Plessis

Rajasthan Royals were superior to MI in all three departments : Faf Du Plessis

Beware of Online Betting during IPL Matches: Sajjanar

The Hyderabad cybercrime department is taking strict action regarding such promotions