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Shashi Tharoor Claims NDA Lacks Credibility in Kerala Elections

New Delhi, April 9: During the ongoing elections in Kerala, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor asserted that the BJP-led NDA lacks credibility in the sta

BJPs Rise in Kerala: Anil K. Antony Predicts Party Will Become Largest

Thiruvananthapuram, April 9: Voting is underway for the Kerala Assembly elections. Anil K. Antony, the national secretary of the BJP, stated on T

Odisha Metro Project Revival Urged by MP, Citing Jaipur Model

New Delhi, April 9: Rajya Sabha MP Sasmit Patra has written to Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Chandra Majhi, urging the revival of the Odisha Metro

PM Narendra Modi makes the case for 33% reservation to unlock Nari Shakti

As India sets its sights on becoming a developed nation by 2047, the conversation around inclusive growth is once again taking center stage.

Former Delhivery, Naspers execs join Bay Capital as Partners

The move comes as the firm prepares to launch a Digital Opportunities Fund, which is a Category II Alternative Investment Fund aimed at backing l

Parth Pawar Sworn in as Rajya Sabha Member, Takes Oath from Vice President

New Delhi, April 9: Parth Pawar officially became a member of the Rajya Sabha on Thursday. Vice President and Rajya Sabha Chairman C.P. Radhakris

Cyberabad Municipal Commissioner inspects STP sites at Neknampur, Chitrapuri, Khajaguda Lake, and Mushkin Cheruvu

Strait of Hormuz disruption continues, fueling oil market uncertainty

Tarun Chugh Advocates Womens Reservation for Stronger Democracy, Criticizes Congress

New Delhi, April 9: BJP National General Secretary Tarun Chugh has responded to Prime Minister Modis call for all MPs to support the Womens Reser

PM Modi urges voters to oust nirmam TMC government from Bengal; promises six guarantees if BJP wins

PM Modi promised that a BJP government in the State will replace the TMC's reign of 'Bhoy' (fear) with that of 'Bharosa' (trust), while all publi

BCCI Unveils Phase 2 of IPL 2026 Fan Parks Across 30 Cities

Mumbai, April 9: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced Phase 2 of the IPL Fan Parks for 2026. This initiative aims to br

Startup news and updates: Daily Roundup (April 9, 2026)

YourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Here's the roundup for Thursday, April 9, 2026.

The Enigmatic Lonar Lake: Maharashtras 50,000-Year-Old Natural Wonder

New Delhi, April 9: Nature is as beautiful as it is filled with mysteries. Located in Maharashtra, the Lonar Crater is a unique natural marvel on

Murder case involving speech-and-hearing impaired persons cracked with help from sign language interpreters in Mysuru

Mysuru police took the accused to the Institute for Speech and Hearing in Mysuru, and interrogated with the assistance of sign language interpret

Congress May Withdraw Candidate from Baramati By-Election: Vijay Wadettiwars Statement

Mumbai, April 9: In a significant development regarding the Baramati by-election, Maharashtra Congress Legislative Party leader Vijay Wadettiwar

Israel Strikes Hezbollah Targets, Key Aide to Naim Qassem Killed

IDF eliminates senior Hezbollah aide and hits multiple weapons sites in southern Lebanon

Pak PM forms crisis team to deal with effects of West Asia conflict on economy

ISLAMABAD, Apr 9:Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has set up a special body to deal with the effects of the West Asia conflict on the economy and se

Foreign Secretary Misri reviews defence, trade ties, West Asia with senior US officials

WASHINGTON, Apr 9: Indias Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri met senior US officials here and discussed ways to further deepen the defence and trade

Pakistani man charged with plotting to attack Jewish centre in New York pleads guilty

NEW YORK, Apr 9: A Pakistani national has pleaded guilty to attempting to commit an ISIS-inspired attack at a Jewish centre here in 2024, around

Battleground Baramati: Pawars want Congress to withdraw candidate, CM calls Maharashtra Congress president Sapkal too

Meanwhile, Congress leader Vijay Waddettiwar announced that the party had decided to withdraw its candidate from Baramati bypolls

Indian Petroleum Minister to Visit Qatar Amid Ongoing Crisis in West Asia

New Delhi, April 9: Indian Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Hardeep Singh Puri, is set to visit Qatar from April 9 to 10. During this trip,

Kerala Teen Goes Missing During Family Trek In Karnataka's Chandradrona Hills

She went missing at around 5.30 pm on Tuesday while at the falls with her family. The family searched for her until about 8 pm before informing t

Pluckk raises Rs 100 Cr from Euro Gulf, targets profitability in 12 months

The latest infusion takes the companys total funding to $26 million and comes amid steady growth, with Pluckk reporting an average 25% year-on-ye

Rashid Khan unlikely to feature in one-off Test against India in June

NEW DELHI, Apr 9: Advised by doctors to stay away from red-ball cricket following a back surgery, star Afghanistan all-rounder Rashid Khan has hi

Lilima Minz: From Humble Tribal Roots to Olympic Glory

New Delhi, April 9: Lilima Minz has been a remarkable player for the Indian womens hockey team. As a midfielder, her career with Team India has b

Israel-Iran war: Israeli military says it has killed Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem

Israel announced the killing of Naim Qassem, the leader of Hezbollah, in a Beirut strike. This event marks a major setback for the Iran-backed gr

Man Detained Under PSA In Kathua For Anti-National Activities

JAMMU, Apr 7: A man allegedly involved in anti-national activities has been detained under the Public Safety Act (PSA) in Jammu and Kashmirs Kath

Eye Drop recall alert: A tiny label detail could put 30,00,000 people at risk. How to know if you used it and what to do next?

3 million eye drops recalled: A pharmaceutical company in California, US is voluntarily recalling more than three million bottles of eye drops. T

Auqib Nabi: There will be expectations, but I am focusing on my work

Representing Capitals in his maidenIPL,Nabi, who was the toast of the 2025-26 domestic season as J & K won theRanjifor the first time, will test

SC Asks States To Treat Rising Child Trafficking Cases As Grave; Seeks Coordinated Action

New Delhi, Apr 9: The Supreme Court has voiced grave concern over rising cases of child trafficking, saying gangs are operating across the countr

Assam Assembly elections: Poll official found dead in Sonitpur district

Cause of death is yet to be confirmed, though doctors suspect an underlying medical condition, says an official

Flip-flop on COP: Congs dig at Govt on withdrawing bid to host COP33

NEW DELHI, Apr 9: The Congress on Thursday attacked the Centre over India withdrawing its bid to host the COP33 climate summit in 2028, and said

Champions League: PSG beats Liverpool, Barcelona loses to Atletico in quarterfinal 1st leg

Atletico Madrids victory in the first leg gave coach Diego Simeone his first-ever win at Camp Nou since his stint with the club began 15 years ag

Rahul Gandhi Pays Tribute on CRPF Valour Day, Calls for Ending Discrimination in CAPFs

New Delhi, April 9: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi paid tribute to the nations soldiers on the occasion of CRPF Valour Day through a post on the so

Are Smriti Mandhana and Palash Muchhal getting back together? Viral clip leaves fans guessing about possible reunion

The wedding of Smriti Mandhana and Palash Muchhal was postponed in November 2025. Reports indicated a relationship breakdown. Health concerns aff

After SIR, Uttar Pradesh Prepares for Census 2027

After completing SIR of electoral rolls, Uttar Pradesh begins preparations for Census 2027 with digital enumeration, training, and a self-enumera

Remove Water Hyacinth at Fox Sagar Lake in 10 Days: Srijana

The Commissioner interacted with citizens and took valuable ground-level inputs to better understand locals concerns and asked shopkeepers to mai

Ex-Union Minister Abu Hasem Khan Choudhury dies at 89

Abu Hasem Khan Choudhury had been suffering from multiple age-related complications. He died at a private hospital in Kolkata.

Donkarayi power house to go through second capital overhaul in 13 years

This unit was commissioned in 1983 and the last time a refit happened was in 2012

Opinion: Opinion | Deal Or 'Setup'? Why Both US And Iran Think This Ceasefire Could Be A Trap

Both Washington and Tehran have, rather predictively, sought to frame the outcome as a victory, even as early reports of minor violations hint at

Several Tribal Leaders Defect From BJP To Congress In Gujarat's Dahod

Several tribal leaders from Dahod BJP unit join Congress citing dissatisfaction.

Puducherry Assembly election: Voter turnout at 37.06% as of 11 a.m.

As many as 9.50 lakh electors, spread across the four regions of Puducherry, Karaikal, Mahe and Yanam, are expected to participate as polling adv

Assam Elections: BJP and Congress Leaders Cast Votes, Express Confidence in Victory

Guwahati, April 9: The political atmosphere in Assam became highly active as voting commenced for the assembly elections. On Thursday, several pr

Stopping Woman From Entering Kitchen Of Husband's Home Is Cruelty: Bombay High Court

According to the woman's complaint, she was treated as a subordinate in the house, and her fundamental rights were violated.

Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan Lottery Result 2026 For Class 1 Admission Out, Check Here

KVS Lottery Result 2026: After the release of the KVS selection list for 2026-27, parents must complete the admission formalities, including fee

Bengaluru UV Index Levels Hit Extreme: Skin Doctors Share What This Means, With Protective Tips

Bengaluru's UV Index has surged to an extreme 13, far above safe limits. Dermatologists warn of increased skin damage risks and share expert-back

Woman's body found stuffed inside bed box in outer Delhi; three arrested

The deceased was later identified as a resident of Mangolpuri.

Social media mocks Galgotias University ads after AI Summit row

Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: Key Seats In Three-Way Contest Between LDF, UDF, BJP

This election is shaping up as a straight contest between the ruling LDF and the Congress-led UDF, with the NDA looking to expand its presence in

Who is Abhirami Venkatachalam, Ajiths co-actor at the centre of porn demand subscription row

Tamil actor Abhirami Venkatachalam has spoken out against paid subscribers making unacceptable demands on her exclusive content page. She clarifi

Rahuls Challenge Lies in Decision-Making, Not Skills: Ambati Rayudu

New Delhi, April 9: In the IPL 2026 match held at Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium on Wednesday, fans witnessed an explosive performance from Delhi C

Israels deadly strikes in Lebanon spark outrage, condemnation from rights bodies

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) said it was outraged by the devastating death and destruction in densely populated areas acro

Adulterated Sweets, Bakery Items Worth Rs 2 Lakh Seized In A Hyderabad Raid

Officials seized bakery and snack items after flagging quality and safety violations at manufacturing units.

Cummins Celebrates Two Decades of Nurturing Brilliance by Awarding Scholarships to 520 Meritorious Students

West Bengal elections: Even in 100 years, TMC cannot absolve itself of sins it committed against youth, says PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a strong attack on the Trinamool Congress, accusing them of failing Bengal's youth and hindering the state'

Manasa Varanasi for a Special Song in Peddi?

These days, special songs bring enormous mileage, says a filmmaker. Working alongside a star like Ram Charan and being part of a big production h

Mamta Kulkarni Highlights Womens Health Neglect in Indian Families

Mumbai, April 9: In Indian families, women often become so engrossed in their familial responsibilities that they neglect their own well-being. A

Godrej Properties Launches Neighbours With Nature, Anchored in Gurgaon Bundh Restoration

Chopped Bodies, Wrapped In Sacks: US Serial Killer On How He Murdered 8 Women

Investigators discovered that Heuermann kept detailed notes about his murders on his computer.

Across the Country, People Unite to Celebrate the First-Ever World Diamond Day

World Diamond Day celebrates the personal stories behind natural diamonds from heirlooms to modern milestones

HYDRAA demolishes two-storey structure encroaching road in Hyderabads Bansilalpet

The encroachment began as a small shop on the ground floor with a residence above but expanded soon after

Adrenalin Launches WageSync to help Enterprises accelerate Labour Code Readiness with a Platform-Led Managed Services

Colebrook Bosson Saunders Highlights New Opportunities for Leadership to Drive Performance in Hybrid Environments

Tejas Networks wins the Golden Peacock Innovative Product/Service Award 2026

Insillion Partners with Profinch to Deliver a Unified Insurance Solution Powered by Oracles Insurance Policy Administration (OIPA)

Arthur Freeman, convicted child murderer, rushed to hospital after being assaulted in jail

Arthur Freeman, convicted of murdering his daughter Darcey, has been assaulted in prison. The incident occurred at Western Plains Correctional Ce

Chargeback Gurus Secures Ethical Workplace Award & Marks Fifth Consecutive Year of Safe Workplace Recognition

Rocket 1.0 Solves What Vibe Coding Left Out: What to Build and What Comes After Launch

Kerala Assembly elections 2026: BJP's Anil Antony cast his vote in Thiruvananthapuram, calls polls 'decisive'

Voting is happening today in Kerala for the assembly elections. BJP leader Anil Antony believes this is a decisive moment for the state. Chief Mi

KKR vs LSG, IPL 2026: Kolkata Knight Riders Seek Revival Against In-Form Lucknow Super Giants at Eden Gardens

Struggling Kolkata Knight Riders aim to reset their IPL 2026 campaign as they face a confident Lucknow Super Giants at Eden Gardens. Key players

LG Saxena Meets Rinpoches To Review Preparations For Sacred Exposition Of Holy Relics Of Lord Buddha

Leh, Apr 9: Lieutenant Governor of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Vinai Kumar Saxena, chaired a high-level meeting with venerable Rinpoches, monk

Cracks in Tollywood Surface Over Percentage System, Turning Into Guild vs Guild Situation

The shift is expected to gradually expand across the Nizam region from April 30.

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The best-selling smartphone on the planet right now is...? Check if you own this already

Apples iPhone 17 Pro Max emerged as the worlds best-selling smartphone in Q4 2025, with the iPhone 17 series sweeping the top three spots. Apple

PM Modi to hold multiple poll rallies in West Bengal

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is holding multiple rallies across West Bengal. His campaign is intensifying with key leaders also participating. Un

Iran announces alternative routes for ships travelling through Strait of Hormuz

Tehran had effectively blocked the key shipping route since early March, sending global energy prices spiralling

Report Claims Bitcoin's Mysterious Founder Is UK Entrepreneur. He Denies It

Satoshi left behind many written clues, including the Bitcoin white paper and posts explaining how Bitcoin works.

Deepika, Rashmika To Draw Fancy Pay for Raaka?

The producer adds that Telugu heroines have traditionally been paid more modestly compared to their Bollywood counterparts, largely due to market

National Defence Academy, Combined Defence Services Exam Final Result 2025 Out

UPSC has released the NDA and CDS II Final Results 2025 on its official website upsc.gov.in for candidates who appeared in the exams.

BJP MP Ravi Kishan Responds to Viral Video from Parliament Incident

Mumbai, April 9: Prominent figures often receive immense love from the public, but they can also face trolling for various reasons. In todays soc

Meta Unveils First AI Model From Costly Superintelligence Team

Muse Spark is Meta's first AI model in a year as company is trying to re-join the frontier AI race after its Llama 4 model disappointed.

Spice, Soul, Spirit: Varun Sharmas Take on Modern Indian Mixology

Award winning mixologist Varun Sharma brings Comorins signature Indian nostalgia in a glass to Hyderabad, where every cocktail tells a familiar s

Kerala Assembly Polls: From Mammootty, MA Baby to Shobha Surendran cast vote as polling underway

Voter Enthusiasm High in Assembly Elections Across Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry

New Delhi, April 9: Voter enthusiasm is palpable in the assembly elections taking place in the states of Kerala, Assam, and Puducherry. In the fi

If Cops Ask, Say We Are Friends: Bengaluru Surgeon Told Lover After Killing Doctor Wife

Mahendra Reddy had allegedly killed his wife, Kruthika Reddy, by administering an overdose of an anaesthetic drug at their residence.

DEP unveils DEP AIWorks in India to Advance Intelligent Engineering Across Industries

The platform integrates techniques such as neural networks and physics-informed models with established CAE solvers to deliver accurate, engineer

India enters final in Archery World Cup stage 1

The team beat Denmark and Turkey to set up a summit clast with USA

Philippines unveils new coast guard command in disputed South China Sea

The headquarters of a newly established coast guard district, formerly overseen from neighbouring Palawan, will cover an area of about 68,000 squ

Karnataka Minister Eshwar Khandre proposes sterilisation of select wildlife species

The Minister said that this measure is only a proposal, and that there should be a larger public debate on the issue

Rules, warnings, little action: NMC under fire as violations persist in medical colleges

The National Medical Commission (NMC) has issued another warning to medical colleges regarding overcharging MBBS fees, particularly for the inter