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Palnadu Express Hits Bullock, Disrupts Rail Traffic on SecunderabadGuntur Route

According to railway officials, the animal got lodged under the wheels of the train, forcing it to come to a halt.

Rajeev Chandrasekhar Critiques CPM and Congress on Keralas Development

Thiruvananthapuram, April 9: Voting for Keralas 140 assembly seats is underway this Thursday. Senior Congress leader V.D. Satheesan, while castin

Assam goes to polls: Himanta Biswa Sarma vs Gaurav Gogoi in a defining battle for 126 Assembly seats

Indias Defense Budget on the Rise, IMF Predicts Rapid Growth

Washington, April 9: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has stated that Indias move to enhance domestic defense manufacturing could bolster ec

Energy Minister Gottipati Ravi Kumar opens APCPDCL corporate office in Vijayawada

A podcast about people who really love the wild

Filmmaker and photographer Rohit Varma on Some Like it Wild, a podcast focusing on stories of Indias wildlife champions

Voter Turnout in Assembly Elections: Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry Report Early Figures

New Delhi, April 9: Voting for the assembly elections in Kerala, Assam, and Puducherry began at 7 AM today. Early reports indicate lower voter tu

Satellite data shows Earth is getting ever brighter at night

Cities and towns glow at night, obscuring most of the stars that once shone above

Trade bodies in Belagavi demand retail sale of petrol in cans

They need fuel to run power generators during power cuts

India news live updates: Fire breaks out at bus stand in J-K's Kupwara, seven buses damaged

KSEAB 2nd PUC Result 2026 today: Check direct link, steps to download scores, how to use DigiLocker and more

Karnataka 2nd PUC Result 2026 Link: Students are eagerly waiting for results of Karnataka 2nd PUC examinations as it will be released today at 3

A poor child brought roti and sugar in lunchbox, teachers quiet gesture turns into a viral lesson on kindness: Watch

A viral Instagram video shows a teacher handling a student's simple roti and sugar lunch with remarkable empathy. Instead of singling the child o

Tanker carrying 15,400 tonnes of LPG arrives at JNPA in Navi Mumbai

This is a significant milestone as it is the first such vessel to reach JNPA since the onset of the war, JNPA said in a statement

Poll-bound Assam trails in health and education indicators

Low basic vaccination, high maternal mortality, and increasing dropout rates at the higher education level are some of the challenges the State f

Talking peace: why mediation still matters in a world at war

With the war in West Asia in its second month, discussions on mediation have gained prominence. History is replete with instances of mediation, w

Puducherry Assembly Elections 2026 voter turnout: Check the latest updates

Puducherry Assembly Elections 2026 Voter Turnout: Voting is underway in Puducherry for 30 assembly seats. Over 9.5 lakh voters are deciding the f

Catherine Hansen, physician wife of Artemis II astronaut Jeremy Hansen, reveals his greatest skill

Catherine Hansen, wife of astronaut Jeremy Hansen, shares insights into his space mission, highlighting his world-class napper ability in zero gr

Kerela Assembly elections: From malls, banks to schools, what's open and what's closed

Kerala is holding a high-stakes Assembly election today, with 2.71 crore voters deciding the fate of 883 candidates across 140 constituencies. Th

Property Dealer Shot Dead in Prayagraj, 4 Masked Assailants Flee

Prayagraj, April 9, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran): A 47-year-old property dealer was shot dead by unidentified assailants in Prayagraj on Wednesday evenin

Indian Stock Market Opens in Red Amid Weak Global Signals, Sensex Drops 400 Points

Mumbai, April 9: Following a significant surge the previous day, the Indian stock market opened in the red on Thursday due to weak global signals

Trump's abrupt Iran reversal exposes limits of his leverage

Iran war: Donald Trump's dialing down of extreme threats towards Iran was a decision made amid a backdrop of soaring tensions and volatile market

Nepal issues arrest warrant for ex-PM Deuba in graft probe

Nepal has issued an arrest warrant for former Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba. He faces allegations of corruption and money laundering. His wif

Hailstorm Blankets West UP, Rain Alert in 44 Districts

Lucknow, April 9, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran): Continuous spells of rain, thunderstorms, and hail have persisted across Uttar Pradesh, with the Meteorol

District Magistrates to organise camps to distribute cylinders to migrant labourers

District enforcement teams will support the initiative throughdemand assessment and oversight, ensuring orderly, transparent, and efficient distr

Sri Lankan Delegation Visits Polling Station in Kamrup During Assam Elections

Guwahati, April 9: During the assembly elections in Assam, a delegation from Sri Lanka visited a polling station in Kamrup district on Thursday.

Puducherry assembly elections 2026: Top thriller seats to watch

Heatwave to Return in MP From April 10, Temperature to Rise by 56C

Bhopal, April 9 (Udaipur Kiran): A sharp rise in temperature is expected across Madhya Pradesh from April 10, with the India Meteorological Depar

Assam Assembly elections: From malls, banks to schools, what's open and what's closed

Assam is voting today, April 9, for its 126 Legislative Assembly seats, with early turnout at 17.87% by 9 am. Results will be declared on May 4,

Not Credible: Israel Questions Pakistan's 'Mediator' Role In US-Iran Talks

The Israeli envoy drew parallels between the Pakistan-brokered US-Iran ceasefire and when Team Trump worked with problematic states like Qatar an

Kanmani and Co.: A joyous celebration of friendship

In Maaripuram, a spirited group of friends navigate school, surprises, and small-town adventures together

Rewarded Drug Smuggler Arrested in Dungarpur, Car and Cash Seized

Dungarpur, April 9 (Udaipur Kiran): Police in Dungarpur have arrested an inter-state drug smuggler wanted in multiple cases across Rajasthan and

Neeru Bajwa Dances with Young Stars in Fun BTS Video from Jawak Set

Mumbai, April 9: Neeru Bajwa, a renowned actress in Punjabi and Bollywood films, is set to appear in the upcoming movie Jawak. On Thursday, she s

Vote for Govt That Listens: Kharge as Polling Begins in 3 States

Kharge highlighted rising unemployment, financial distress, and growing uncertainty in Kerala under the Left Democratic Front (LDF) government

Together, Let Us Empower Our Nari Shakti: Modi

The prime minister also said that the move is an affirmation of a principle that has long guided India's civilisational ethos that society progre

Rain Brings April Chill in Rajasthan, Clear Weather Ahead

Jaipur, April 9 (Udaipur Kiran): Recent spells of storm and rain have brought an unusual dip in temperatures across Rajasthan, with a mild chill

Admission drive kicks off for 75 CM SHRI Schools

Only students of Delhi who studied in a recognised school in the national capital during the 2025-26 academic session are eligible to apply

5kg LPG Cylinder Costliest in Rajasthan, Prices Higher Than Domestic and Commercial

Jaipur, April 9 (Udaipur Kiran): Amid a shortage of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), oil companies have made it easier to purchase 5 kg small cylin

V. Narayanasamy Optimistic About India Alliance in Puducherry Elections

Puducherry, April 9: Voters in the Union Territory of Puducherry are actively heading to polling stations to elect representatives for the 30-mem

Kerala Assembly Elections 2026 Voter Turnout: Polling underway across 140 seats, early turnout at 16.23%

Kerala Assembly Elections 2026 Voter Turnout: Kerala voters head to the polls today in a significant Assembly election. Around 2.71 crore citizen

Summer Special Trains Announced, Direct Connectivity to Jharkhand

Kota, April 9 (Udaipur Kiran): To ease passenger rush during the summer holidays, railway authorities have announced multiple special trains pass

GT vs DC IPL 2026: Rashid Khan Stars as Gujarat Titans Edge Delhi Capitals by 1 Run

Rashid Khans brilliant spell and strong knocks from Gill, Buttler, and Sundar help Gujarat Titans defeat Delhi Capitals by one run in a thrilling

Assam Assembly Elections 2026 voter turnout: 17.87% recorded as polling begins for 126 seats

Assam Assembly Elections 2026 Voter Turnout: Voting is underway across Assam for 126 Assembly seats. Over 2.50 crore voters are eligible to cast

Discover the Best Creature-Drama Films to Watch Before Raka Releases

Mumbai, April 9: The excitement among fans is palpable as the first look of South superstar Allu Arjuns upcoming film Raka has been unveiled. The

Agra CanttAsarwa Express Now 5 Days a Week, PuneNizamuddin Special Announced

Kota, April 9 (Udaipur Kiran): To manage increased passenger demand during the summer season, railway authorities have announced the operation of

Pakistan declares Islamabad holidays ahead of US-Iran talks

Pakistan has declared two days of local holidays in the capital at short notice from Thursday, authorities said, ahead of talks between the Unite

Weather update: Orange alert in Assam and rainfall warning in Kolkata; IMD predicts heavy showers in Bihar, Uttarakhand and these states today. Check forecast

Weather today: The IMD has issued an orange alert in Assam and other northeastern states today, warning of moderate to heavy rainfall. Kolkata ha

Shrinking Season 3 series review: Growing pains, gentle goodbyes

Harrison Ford leads the ensemble to a charming, teary conclusion, as Jason Segels Jimmy and his friends edge towards their happily ever afters

Bosch Limited to acquire Bosch Chassis Systems India for 9,068.68 crore

Bosch Chassis Systems is part ofBoschs Vehicle Motion division in India and is one of the market leaders in automotive safety systems

The Legacy of Shakti Samanta: Behind the Scenes of Amanush

Mumbai, April 9: The film industry has seen many stars whose classic films remain as fresh and beloved today as they were upon release. One such

US forces to remain in Iran, declares Trump, warns of bigger & better shooting if peace agreement violated

US military assets will stay near Iran until a new agreement is fully followed. President Trump warned of major escalation if Iran violates terms

Summer Special Train Between Bhagat Ki Kothi and Danapur Announced

Jodhpur, April 9 (Udaipur Kiran): In view of heavy passenger rush during the summer season, North Western Railway has announced a weekly summer s

IPL 2026: Rashid Khans Return to Form Brings Relief to Gujarat Titans

New Delhi, April 9: Gujarat Titans (GT) secured their first victory in IPL 2026 on Wednesday. In a thrilling third match of the season, GT triump

JodhpurSabarmati Express Cancelled for 2 Days, 6 Trains Diverted

Jodhpur, April 9 (Udaipur Kiran): Rail traffic will remain affected in the coming days on the MadarPalanpur section under the Ajmer division of N

State electoral battle kicks off in India amid Iran war-led worries

Voting began in Kerala, Assam and Puducherry with over 5.3 crore voters set to decide the political future across the three regions, with results

JodhpurBhopal Express Gets LHB Coaches, More Seats Added

Jodhpur, April 9 (Udaipur Kiran): In a major upgrade for passengers, North Western Railways Jodhpur division has decided to introduce modern LHB

JD Vance to Lead US Delegation to Islamabad Amid Fragile Ceasefire Talks

Washington, April 9: US Vice President JD Vance will depart for Islamabad this weekend after concluding his visit to Hungary. He will lead a high

'Every vote matters': PM Modi appeals for large turnout as polling begins in Kerala, Assam, Puducherry

Karnataka bypolls: Voting underway in Bagalkot and Davanagere South constituencies

The polls were necessitated in Bagalkot and Davanagere South by the deaths of senior Congress MLAs H.Y. Meti and Shamanur Shivashankarappa respec

Fire in Chemicals Godown in Jeediemtla Triggers Panic

Though the exact reasons behind the incident were yet to be known, the fire-fighters said more information related to cause of fire could be asce

Meta releases first new AI model since shaking up team

Muse Spark succeeds Llama 4, released by the Silicon Valley-based firm a year ago

Man Arrested in Fake Land Transfer Case Worth Rs 2 Crore

Udaipur, April 9 (Udaipur Kiran): Police in Udaipur district have arrested an accused involved in a fraudulent land rights relinquishment case li

Box Hill shooting: Man killed in targeted attack at Melbourne apartment complex

Box Hill shooting update: A man was fatally shot in a targeted attack inside a Box Hill apartment complex early Thursday morning. Homicide Squad

Stalemate over Israel Op in Lebanon threatens West Asia peace deal

The three clauses that Ghalibaf accused the US-Iran of breaching include violation of the ceasefire in Lebanon, violation of Iranian airspace and

Change is palpable in Assam, says Kharge as he urges voters to defeat 'politics of division'

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge called on Assam voters to defeat division and apathy. He urged them to choose unity and development for the

Voting Under Heavy Security in Dharmanagar By-Election

Agartala, April 9: Voting is currently underway for the by-election in the Dharmanagar assembly seat of Tripuras North Tripura district, with str

India elected to various subsidiary bodies at UN Economic and Social Council

Indian Ambassador Preeti Saran has been re-elected to the Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (2027-2030)

Fire breaks out at chemical solvent unit in Hyderabads Jeedimetla, firefighting underway

No casualties or injuries were reported in the incident

Scholarships stalled, Maharashtra students abroad face cash crunch

Seventy-five Maharashtra students studying overseas are struggling financially as government-approved scholarships for 2026 remain unpaid for ove

IMF, World Bank, World Food Programme warn of rising food prices due to Iran war

It has already triggered one of the largest disruptions to global energy markets in modern history

Issue show cause notice to officers absent during duty hours: Rekha Gupta

TheChief Minister said that biometric attendance is mandatory for all, and directed departments to ensure strict compliance

Hindu American Foundation Challenges Caste Discrimination Allegations in Court

Washington, April 9: The Hindu American Foundation (HAF) has approached a U.S. appellate court, arguing that Californias civil rights regulatory

Pawan Khera moves Telangana High Court

Khera allegedly made statements accusing the Assam Chief Ministers wife had three passports

Kerala Assembly elections: Pinarayi Vijayan says confident of bigger LDF win

CM said Kerala is on a strong path towards becoming a developed State, with achievements across sectors that must continue uninterrupted

Assam HSLC Class 10th result 2026 date and time: Check expected release timeline and steps to download scorecard at sebaonline.org

The Secondary Education Board, Assam, will announce the Assam Class 10 Results 2026 on April 10, 2026. Students can check their scores and downlo

Mallikarjun Kharge expresses regret over illiterate remark on Gujarat

Even so, I express my sincere regret. It was never my intention to hurt the sentiments of the people of Gujarat

Trump Considers NATO Withdrawal Amid Rising Tensions with Iran

Washington, April 9: Tensions are escalating between NATO and the United States amid ongoing conflicts with Iran. The U.S. governments actions ag

Indian bison herd damages homes, injures six in Nilgiris village

The incident occurred at Garden Mund, when a herd of Indian bison surrounded the village late Tuesday night

Ketamine Queen Gets 15 Years in Prison for Selling Matthew Perry Drugs That Killed Him

You're going to have to show some epic resilience, Judge Sherilyn Peace Garnett said to Jasveen Sangha, echoing the defendant's words earlier in

Star Health data leak case: Madras High Court dismisses appeals by Punjab-based hacker

Chief Justice Sushrut Arvind Dharmadhikari and Justice G. Arul Murugan refuse to entertain six writ appeals filed by Himanshu Pathak

Imtiaz Ali Celebrates Success of Dhurandhar as Audiences Flock to Theaters

Mumbai, April 9: Aditya Dhars spy thriller film Dhurandhar is making waves, captivating audiences since its release. The film has drawn viewers b

Voting begins in Assam, Keralam and Puducherry; results on May 4

Voters queued outside polling stations to cast their votes in a single-phase assembly election

Kerala Elections 2026: From CM Pinarayi, Suresh Gopi to Mohanlal cast votes at respective booths as polling begins

West Asia Conflict: This 'Ceasefire' May Have Made Iran Stronger

American soft powerlong central to its global leadershipis now diminished.

New catalyst tech could cut cost of sustainable aviation fuel

This turns ethanol into olefins essential precursors used to produce jet fuel significantly improving the production process

ICE agents shoot and wound man during arrest attempt in central California

Carlos Ivan Mendoza Hernandez, is wanted in El Salvador for questioning in connection to a murder

Youth Stabbed to Death, Family Protests Outside Mortuary

Udaipur, April 9 (Udaipur Kiran): A 26-year-old man was stabbed to death late Tuesday night in the Ghantaghar police station area of Udaipur, lea

Monthly Kalashtami: A Special Day for Worshiping Kalabhairav, Note the Auspicious and Inauspicious Times

New Delhi, April 9: In Sanatan Dharma, the Panchang holds significant importance. The five componentsconstellation, day, date, Karan, and Yogadet

UdaipurBari Sadri Bus Service Resumes After 10 Years

Udaipur, April 9 (Udaipur Kiran): In a major relief for commuters, the Rajasthan Roadways bus service between Udaipur and Badi Sadri has resumed

Pakistans return: Mediator or West Asia asset?

Across India and among South Asia watchers, Pakistans role has been met with a mix of surprise and unease, with sentiments that are increasingly

Odisha to Offer 5-kg LPG Cylinders at Petrol Pumps

Under the new system, consumers will be able to purchase 5-kg cylinders at petrol pumps by presenting a valid identification card