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Will set up war rooms to monitor crimes against women: AIADMK

The party announces a last-minute set of poll promises, taking the total tally to 307, including a grant of10,000 each for 10 lakh working young

Initiative launched for waste management along Karnatakas coastline

Spanning three years, theinitiativeaims toaddress the plastic wastechallengealong Karnatakascoastline, where plastic accounts for 60% of the coas

Colour-coded pathways to guide voters at polling stations in Coimbatore

Four arrested in chain-snatching case in Hyderabad

Campaign ends for April 23 Assembly poll in Erode district

Curtains down on an intense campaign in central districts

Two-wheeler processions and door-to-door campaign reached a feverish on the last day of campaign as candidates of all major parties tried to reac

Rice mill manager gets eight-year rigorous imprisonment for bonded labour and sexual assault

Two men physically and verbally abused labourers, besides trying to assault minor victims

GPS-enabled vehicles to transport poll materials to polling stations across Coimbatore

Residents stage road blockade near Thalavadi over water shortage

Migrant worker arrested for murder in Vyasarpadi

A verbal altercation ensued between the two in which Balveer Singh assaulted Kumar

Man arrested in Hyderabad for stealing gold ornaments from sleeping passenger on private bus

Minister directs officials to inspect quality of mid-day meals served at schools

Gottipati Ravi Kumar distributes bicycles to 72 students of Zilla Parishad High School in Kopparam village during his visit to Addanki constituen

Basavanna belongs to the entire human race, says Minister

Departments of Industrial Safety and Health, and Labour to jointly enforce paid leave directive on polling day

Interstate gang arrested for hash oil smuggling in Warangal; contraband worth 2.5 crore seized

BJP has no genuine interest in empowering women: Kimmane Ratnakar

Over 11,400 personnel tobe deployed at2,379 booths in Erodedistricton April 23

Telanganas Class 2 students show improvement in foundational literacy and numeracy: survey

IPL 2026: A collective failure by the Titans batters, says Hayden

The home team couldnt even bat out its 20 overs in the big loss to MI

Fraudsters impersonate GVMC chief on WhatsApp to extort money

JSS Medical College to host workshop on generic medicines, global challenges

Karnataka Examinations Authority to conduct CET on April 23 and 24

To curb malpractice, CCTV surveillance will be deployed and all 745centreswill bemonitoredthrough live webcasting. For the first time, each exami

BJP President Nitin Naveen to Visit Rajasthan on April 27, Focus on Strengthening Organization

Jaipur, April 21: Nitin Naveen, the National President of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), is set to visit Rajasthan on April 27. Party sources

South Korean President Lee Jae-myung Concludes Successful Visit to India, Heads to Vietnam

New Delhi, April 21: South Korean President Lee Jae-myung wrapped up his three-day official visit to India on Tuesday and has now departed for Vi

Chennai Poll Canvas: Tamil Nadu

Chennai Poll Canvas: Tamil Nadu

Major Anti-Corruption Operation in Navi Mumbai: Deputy Commissioner Arrested for Bribery

Mumbai, April 21: In a significant anti-corruption operation, the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has arrested Kailas Gaikwad, the Deputy Commission

Sustainable sectors can boost job opportunities in Kanniyakumari, says NTK candidate

Maria Jennifer points out visible public scepticism when infrastructure like the coconut value addition centre in Chenbagaramanputhoor, with an i

Election Campaign Concludes in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal Ahead of April 23 Voting

New Delhi, April 21: The election campaign in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal came to a halt on Tuesday evening, just 48 hours before the voting sched

Donald Trump says U.S. in very, very strong position for Iran talks

Trump accused Iran of repeatedly violating the ceasefire with the U.S. in the war in West Asia, as both countries deliberate over a possible new

Kashmir Reflects On Loss, Resilience, and the Road Ahead

Farooq Abdullah stressed that such acts of violence not only claim innocent lives but also leave deep psychological wounds on the people of Kashm

Gauhati High Court reserves order on Pawan Kheras bail plea

Advocate Abhishek Manu Singhvi, appearing for the Congress leader, referred to CM Himantas statements and said the case stemmed from a political

Kulthi Residents Demand Implementation of UCC in West Bengal

Kolkata, April 21: In the lead-up to the West Bengal assembly elections, Union Home Minister Amit Shah addressed a large gathering in Kulthi on T

Ten injured as auto-rickshaw overturns near Reddipalli in NTR district

The labourers were returning home after harvesting chillies in a field when the auto-rickshaw overturned; they were admitted to the Nandigama Are

Rajasthan Refinery Fire Incident Under Investigation, Safety Agencies Deployed

Jaipur, April 21: Multiple investigative and safety agencies arrived at the site of a fire incident at the Pachpadra refinery unit in Rajasthan o

The Hidden Dangers of Wrapping Food in Newspaper and Aluminum Foil

New Delhi, April 21: Many habits in our daily lives are adopted without much thought. Kitchen practices, in particular, often get passed down thr

From 1K gigs to 70 lakh hustle: Techie quits moonlighting to reclaim Life

A young platform engineer from a tier-3 college revealed his intense moonlighting journey, juggling two remote roles to earn Rs 70 lakh annually.

Five dead, several injured in blast at fireworks unit in Keralas Thrissur ahead of Pooram

Indian Ministry of Defence Signs 975 Crore Deal for TRAWL Assembly to Enhance Tank Capabilities

New Delhi, April 21: The Indian Ministry of Defence has signed a significant agreement worth approximately 975 crore with Bharat Earth Movers Lim

Why Morgan Stanley slashed its gold price forecast to $5,200, down from $5,700 is the gold bull run over and what does it signal for the 2026 gold price outlook ahead

Morgan Stanley slashed its gold price forecast: Gold just lost momentum fast. The updated Morgan Stanley gold price forecast now targets $5,200 p

Zohran Mamdani tax record: Is New Yorks mayor truly middle-class? Heres what the 2025 filings reveal

The Zohran Mamdani tax record has reignited debate over whether political leaders adequately represent the economic realities of their constituen

Imagine Celebrates Worldmark Gurugram Store's 5th Anniversary and Iris Broadway's 4th anniversary with offers and in-store Festivities

Imagine, a leading Apple Premium Partner, celebrated anniversary of its Gurugram stores. The limited-time retail event brings exclusive offers, h

Nearly 13% of women in India with breast cancer experienced metastasis: Study

Study demonstrates that metastatic presentation in India is strongly influenced by tumour size, grade, nodal involvement, and lympho-vascular inv

TMCs Corruption and Syndicate Rule Under Fire in West Bengal, Says Chief Minister Rekha Gupta

Kolkata, April 21: Chief Minister Rekha Gupta of Delhi made a significant claim on Tuesday regarding a BJP roadshow in Raniganj, West Bengal. She

Kreashala Announces Return of Hyderabads Premier Screen-Free Summer Camp

To ensure high engagement and measurable outcomes, Kreashala has structured its daily three-hour sessions into three distinct 45-minute modules.

Sachin Pilot Promises Change in Bengal Elections, Supports Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury

Murshidabad, April 21: In the lead-up to the West Bengal assembly elections, Congress leader Sachin Pilot held a roadshow on Tuesday in support o

The US Was Right: Iran Has A Nuclear Weapon, But It's Not A Missile

The US-Israel war on Iran has taught Tehran a valuable lesson - it may not have a nuclear weapon, but it controls the Strait of Hormuz, a vital o

Holiday on April 27 for car festival in Thanjavur

Awarapan 2: Emraan Hashmi-Disha Patani film gets a release date

Directed by Nitin Kakkar, the sequel to the hit 2007 Hindi romantic drama is produced by Vishesh Bhatt

Major Defense Deal Enhances Indian Armys Tank Capabilities

New Delhi, April 21: A significant defense agreement has been finalized concerning Indias leading battle tanks, the T-72 and T-90. On Tuesday, th

8 killed in fire at fireworks storage unit in Keralas Thrissur

A devastating fire at a fireworks storage facility in Kerala's Thrissur district has resulted in eight fatalities and multiple injuries. The Kera

Explosion at Fireworks Factory in Thrissur, Kerala Claims Seven Lives

Thrissur, April 21: A devastating explosion occurred at a fireworks manufacturing unit in the Mundathikode area of Thrissur district, Kerala, on

At least four killed, several injured in blast at fireworks unit in Kerala

Quitting tobacco could give economic boost to over 20.5 million households in India: Analysis

Around 80%of tobacco users live in low and middle income countries, where a significant proportion of household income is spent on tobacco produc

IPL 2026 | Suryakumar vs. Sarfaraz: a battle within a battle at MI-CSK

One returns home in rival colours with renewed purpose, the other seeks a turnaround in that sub-plot lies a personal contest that could well sha

UP Tops Ayushman Bharat Rankings, Honoured by NHA for Outstanding Performance

Uttar Pradesh ranks No.1 in Ayushman Bharat implementation and is honoured by the National Health Authority. Expanded hospital network and digita

Vice President Calls for Improved Recruitment Policies to Enhance Governance Expertise

New Delhi, April 21: Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan delivered a keynote address on Tuesday at the 18th Civil Services Day held at Vigyan Bhawa

Tragic Farmer Suicide in Madhya Pradesh Linked to Land Dispute

Bhopal, April 21: A heartbreaking incident has emerged from Khargone district in Madhya Pradesh, where a farmer has taken his own life. The trage

Fire accidents since Independence A timeline

From The Hindus archives, a look at some of major fire accidents across the country since Independence

2.5 lakh for Twinkle Twinkle: Parents react as viral kindergarten fee rivals MBA costs; triggers outrage over private school fees

KG Fee Structure: A viral post detailing a 2.25 lakh annual fee for Senior KG has ignited a fierce debate over the skyrocketing costs of pre-prim

Quote of the day by Thomas J. Watson Sr: 'If you want to increase your success rate, double your...' - the first IBM CEO and key architect of IBM's 'Think' motto revealed why failure is the key to success

Quote of the day by Thomas J. Watson Sr: The visionary behind IBM's global success, Thomas J. Watson Sr., advised that failure isn't an endpoint

Pre-Poll War of Words: Harsh Sanghavi Accuses AAP of Cash Distribution Ahead of Gujarat Polls

Gujarat Deputy CM Harsh Sanghavi alleges AAP brought Rs.20 crore via hawala to distribute money before local elections. Political tensions rise a

Jawkar suspension fallout AAI reminds archers of whereabouts obligations

U.S. forces board oil tanker previously sanctioned for smuggling Iranian crude oil

Ship-tracking data showed the Tifani in the Indian Ocean between Sri Lanka and Indonesia

Rethinking higher education through real-world learning

What India needs is a higher education system offers an equal measure of academic rigour and real-world experience

Delhi's deadly parking rows: How simple requests to move vehicles are increasingly turning fatal, whats fuelling the anger?

Routine parking disputes in Delhi are escalating into violence, with recent incidents including a fatal argument and shootings. Experts attribute

Understanding REITs and INVITs: Smart Investment Options for Real Estate and Infrastructure

Mumbai, April 21: In todays market, numerous investment options are available, allowing individuals to earn substantial returns in a short period

Calcutta High Court Division Bench Recuses from Hearing UAPA Application in Beldanga Violence Case

Kolkata, April 21: The division bench of the Calcutta High Court, comprising Justices Arijit Banerjee and Apurba Sinha Roy, recused itself on Tue

Memorial Honours Pahalgam Attack Victims; Security Tightened Ahead Of First Anniversary

PAHALGAM, Apr 21: A memorial has been erected in the hill resort of Pahalgam as a sombre tribute to the 25 tourists and a local ponywallah who lo

Man, son killed in hit-and-run on ORR service road near Adibatla

Police efforts underway to identify and trace the driver of the offending vehicle

7,900 people died or disappeared on migration routes in 2025: UN

The 7,904 deaths and disappearances documented in 2025 were lower than the 9,200 figure given for 2024, the highest annual total on record

Amit Shah Promises Action Against Didis Goons in Chandipur Rally

Mumbai, April 21: Union Home Minister Amit Shah addressed a rally in Chandipur, West Bengal, on Tuesday. He declared this event as the final rall

North Korea Appoints New Ambassadors to the UK and Indonesia

Pyongyang, April 21: North Koreas Foreign Ministry has announced the appointment of new ambassadors to the United Kingdom and Indonesia. This mar

Why Indias collectors and billionaire builders will be looking at Salone del Mobile 2026 in Milan

New verticals Raritas and Contracts reveal the future of design trade in a global market set to exceed 110 billion

Election Commission replaces Nandigram Police Observer 48 hours before polling

The move came a day after the Trinamool Congress raised allegations of bias against the Officer-in-Charge of the Nandigram Police Station.

Jeff Bezos gave Eva Longoria $50 million for philanthropy; her message now is even bigger

Eva Longoria received a $50 million philanthropic award from Jeff Bezos, offering her the freedom to support causes close to her heart. While the

Man arrested for murdering father in Coimbatore

Why are gold and silver prices down now, and will gold hit $5,000 or drop to $4,500 and silver touch $90 or fall below $70? Precious metals price movement, analysts insights, market outlook and what should investors do now

Why are gold and silver prices down now, and will gold hit $5,000 or drop to $4,500 and silver touch $90 or fall below $70? Gold and silver decli

NASA finds key ingredient for life on Mars, are we closer than ever?

Nasa's Curiosity rover has discovered chemicals on Mars that are essential for life's origin. These findings suggest the Martian surface can pres

Taiwan Says India Migrant Worker Deal Depends On Industry Demand

Taiwan will only proceed if there is industry demand and India meets its requirements.

Startup news and updates: Daily roundup (April 21, 2026)

YourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Heres the roundup for Tuesday, April 21, 2026

Congress Leader Criticizes Yogi Adityanaths Governance in Uttar Pradesh

Mumbai, April 21: Senior Congress leader Hussain Dalwai from Maharashtra has responded to Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanaths remarks m

Maharashtra Minister Pankaja Munde Joins NDA Protest Against Womens Reservation Bill Failure

Mumbai, April 21: Maharashtra Minister and BJP leader Pankaja Munde participated in a protest organized by the National Democratic Alliance (NDA)

Anakapalli VRO arrested on charge of taking 1.5 lakh bribe for land mutation

ACB officials caught Sankara Rao, VRO at P. Bheemavaram in Butchaiahpeta mandal, while he was allegedly accepting the bribe on Monday; he will be

'Barkat da' still looms large: Congress banks on Ghani Khan Choudhurys legacy in West Bengal's Malda battle

Congress seeks to revive its fortunes in Malda for the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections. The party is leveraging the enduring legacy of A.B.A.

In Focus Podcast | How will Indian Ozempics change treatment for diabetes and obesity?

On March 20, 2023, the patent for semaglutide expired in India, bringing nearly 40 affordable generics to market. Dr. V. Mohan joins us to explor

Irans Oil Tanker Silly City Returns Safely Despite US Warnings

Tehran, April 21: Iran has announced that its oil tanker, Silly City, has returned home, defying U.S. blockades and warnings. Various local media

Jayawardene Hails Tilaks Century as Best He Has Ever Seen

New Delhi, April 21: Mahendra Jayawardene, head coach of the Mumbai Indians (MI), praised the teams all-round performance following their impress

Tamil Nadu election: Campaigning ends as parties make final outreach to voters; polling on Thursday

Flying Squad seizes 2.49 crore cash from a car near Perambalur

Fewer Jobs In Next Decade A Worry For 1 bn Youth In Developing Countries

Over the next 10 to 15 years, more than 1 billion young people in developing countries will reach working age. They deserve the income, stability