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Zverev Advances to Quarterfinals in Munich After Defeating Diallo

Munich, April 16: Alexander Zverev secured his place in the quarterfinals by defeating Gabriel Diallo 6-1, 6-2 on Thursday. He will face Francisc

KTR Accuses BJP of Deep-Seated Hostility Towards Telangana

Hyderabad, April 16: K.T. Rama Rao, the executive president of the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS), has launched a sharp attack on the Bharatiya Jan

Safeguard for States with stable populations is being removed with immediate effect

Bills seek to start the reallocation of seats and delimitation immediately, without 2026 sunset proviso

Empowerment of BC leaders to strengthen party: TDP leader

TDP senior leader Muddada Madhu hailed the partys high command for providing several top posts to BC leaders of North Andhra region during the re

EU planning to include 180 more products under CBAM

The commission has proposed to include selected steel- and aluminium-intensive downstream products in order to address the risk that emissions ar

World Book and Copyright Day | When translation keepsliterature alive across languages

The translating community, which also includes researchers, librarians, teachers and booksellers, plays a stupendous civilisational role

Tamil Nadu Assembly Election: BJP will divide T.N. if AIADMK alliance is given a chance, says Stalin

Ashok Leyland says 'no slack in demand' in Gulf markets; launches twin-fuel light commercial vehicles

Ashok Leyland has a good presence in the Middle East, which is anchored by its manufacturing facility in Ras Al Khaimah

T.N. Assembly election: Stalin seeks Modis assurance of delimitation based on 1971 population for next 25 years

The Chief Minister says the DMKs opposition to the exercise stems from concerns over federal balance and representation. He alleges that one nati

Brazilian President Lula says Trump has no right to threaten countries

His comments come after Mr. Trump this month warned that a whole civilisation will die in Iran if the country did not open up the Strait of Hormu

India better placed to weather West Asia war impact: Former World Bank official

Prof. Keiko Honda of Waseda Business School cites Indias demographic strengths, renewable energy potential, and geopolitical stability as key buf

T.N. Assembly election: commissioning of EVMs and VVPAT units begins across the State

Vijay unveils TVK manifesto, criticises Dravidian majors poll promises

He asserts that his party has only promised what was possible, practical, and implementable if voted to power

Bank earnings may face cuts on prolonged West Asia crisis

Analysts said that bank loans are expected to grow at a pace of 11% to 13% in fiscal 2027

Going back to the drawing board helped me bounce back:Tyagi

A recurring shin splint had stalled Tyagis progress just when he seemed to be finding his feet at the top level. The enforced breaks, though, tur

ISL: 10-man East Bengal fights back to hold Bengaluru in a thriller

Sojberg strikes deep into stoppage time to snatch a dramatic draw for the home team

Gujarat Titans eyes hat-trick of wins

Back-to-back away wins have lent a certain assurance to Shubman Gills men, and more importantly, their core has begun to click

Revanths hybrid model for delimitation enters national discourse

The suggestion entered the national discourse, particularly amid concerns among southern States over potential loss of parliamentary representati

Supreme Court asks Uttar Pradesh to consider plea flagging risk of liquor cartons in educational campuses

A Bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant directed the State government to accept a representation challenging the administrative decis

CAFE III norms near industry-wide consensus

Auto industry sources said there is a broad agreement over the latest version of CAFE-3 norms

DMK diverting attention of people from complete failure on law and order in the State: Kushbu

Schools in Ernakulam shine in CBSE Class X exams

Priyanka Gandhi warns move towards delimitation is an open attack on democracy

The womens quota could be implemented now, the Congress leader says, accusing the Union government of using the Constitution amendment to reshape

Nellore Intensifies Road Safety Measures After 98 Accidents in Three Months

The collector stressed strict enforcement of traffic rules, particularly against wrong-way driving, and proposed seizure of vehicles found violat

Watch | No injustice to any State in womens quota rollout: PM Modi

Heat Wave Intensifies in North Telangana; IMD Issues Orange Alert

Temperatures may hit 44C; severe heat is likely to persist till April 22

Watch: Delimitation row erupts in Parliament: What happened? | Above the Fold | 16.04.2026

In our new and third episode of Above the Fold, we look at the stormy session in the Lok Sabha as the Centre and Opposition clash over delimitati

KNRUHS cancels, reschedules final MBBS surgery exam over syllabus discrepancies

Woxen University students showcase smart safety helmet at road safety drive

Unstoppable surge: AMD hits all-time high in best run in nearly two decades - what's fueling the drive?

AMD stock is rising very fast and hitting new highs after many days of gains. Strong demand for AI chips and servers is helping the company grow.

West Asia War: Over 10,000 US troops are enforcing the Iran blockade, but no ships boarded so far, military says

American troops are enforcing a blockade on Iranian ports. No ships have been boarded yet. The US military is warning Iran-linked vessels. They c

Do not breach Hormuz blockade, else US: Gen Caine's chilling warning to countries aiding Iran

Watch | Indias Best Places to Work 2026: Redefining workplace excellence

The winners of the inaugural The Hindu Best Places to Work Awards 2026, powered by WorkL, are setting new benchmarks for workplace culture in Ind

Whats the psychology of people who never lose their cool under intense pressure and always stay calm

Whether dealing with workplace pressure, personal conflicts, or sudden crises, their calm demeanour often stands out. Psychologists note that thi

Over 2,800 students from A.P. clear NPTEL exam on quantum computing

Qualified students can download their certificates through APSCHE portal https://apsche.ap.gov.in after entering their hall ticket numbers

Trump says Israel, Lebanon have agreed to 10 day ceasefire

AP to Observe Bhagiratha Jayanti as State Festival From April 23

The minister highlighted his legendary penance to bring the river Ganga from the heavens to the earth

FIR against Vedanta plant management officials, others after Chhattisgarh blast kills 20 workers

Chhattisgarh police have filed a case against Vedanta power plant management. This action follows a deadly blast on April 14 that claimed 20 live

DMDK candidate will bring dental college to Virudhunagar, says Premallatha

Revised Metro DPR To Accommodate Double Decker Flyover Along LB Nagar-Hayathnagar Stretch

An Integrated road-Metro corridor to ease NH-65 traffic

Pope Leo criticises war spending, warns world is ruled by tyrants

City schools fare well in CBSE Class X exams

Musi Villagers Seek Inclusion In Discussion On River Rejuvenation Project

The lives of the people in these villages are closely tied to the river

Door-to-door Census 2027 houselisting begins across Bengaluru; self-enumeration covers less than 2% houses

People Struggle for Drinking Water As Free Kiosks Vanish in Tri-Cities

Amid the situation, Panchayat Raj Minister Seethakka has directed officials to set up Chalivendram (free drinking water kiosks) across all gram p

Trump announces 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon

The U.S. leader says he would invite Israeli Prime Minister and Lebanese president to White House for talks

Playing in Mamata Didis Lap?: Assam CM Himanta attacks Bengal govt over Bangladesh infiltration

Arsenal ex-goalkeeper Alexander Manninger dies after car struck by train

Former Arsenal goalkeeper Alexander Manninger, who played for Austria at Euro 2008, died on Thursday after his car was hit by a train, his former

Karat flags threat to secularism, stresses importance of Tamil Nadu poll

'How does giving your data to ICE make America great again?': Moore Grills RFK Jr. on privacy

BDA to move High Court; claims 90% of civil works complete

Claude Opus 4.7 launched: Smarter, safer AI - but why isnt it more powerful than Anthropic's Claude Mythos explained

Claude Opus 4.7: Anthropic unveils Claude Opus 4.7, a practical AI upgrade for everyday work, software engineering, and instruction following. Wh

Students death: Kannur Dental College terminates accused HoD from service

With this, students announce that they will withdraw their agitation and attend classes from Monday

JEE Main Result 2026: Check revaluation process, expected date, how to download scorecard at jeemain.nta.nic.in

The National Testing Agency (NTA) is anticipated to release JEE Main 2026 Session 2 results on April 20, following the review of candidate object

KTR Cautions Against Misuse of SIR

Rama Rao, during a teleconference with party workers, said every vote must be protected at the booth level, and cautioned of a strong possibility

Albanian PM Edi Rama kneels again before Italys Giorgia Meloni third time this year, video goes viral

A viral diplomatic moment has once again placed Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama in the global spotlight after a video showed him kneeling while

'CONGRESSWOMAN, stop spreading misinformation!': RFK Jr loses it on Sanchez over measles vaccination

Home voting for 8,947 voters begins in Chennai

Sterlite Copper extends 1 crore CSR support to coastal communities in Thoothukudi

CM, Dy CM to tour Delhi today

Hazlewood is looking sharper, says Jitesh Sharma

Heat stress poses serious risk to vulnerable populations in Kerala

The elderly and those with chronic kidney disease are at heightened risk of heat-related illnesses. Heat stress and dehydration can lead to sever

Renault Targets Seven Models, Euro 2 Billion Exports, Top 3 Market by 2030, Says CEO

Renault, which had 4 per cent market share in 2012 when it launched its popular Duster SUV, has at present less than 1 per cent due to lack of ne

Tax trap alert: IRA rollover mistake that could cost you big money

IRA rollover rules can be tricky and small mistakes can cost big money. Missing the 60-day deadline or choosing the wrong method can lead to taxe

Only One in Five Families Own a Fridge; Telangana Survey Reveals Income Divide

Survey flags low formal jobs, sharp disparities across SC, ST, BC, OC groups

AIADMK will remain supportive of minorities, says Palaniswami

Quote of the day by Edgar Allen Poe: Believe only half of what you see and nothing Bold advice about gossip and blind trust for both Gen Z and millennials

Quote of the day: The quote by Edgar Allen Poe stands as a timeless piece of wisdom, one that encourages vigilance in thought and humility in jud

Government pushes for free MMTS travel to boost use of public transport

The high-level interaction primarily focused on resolving pending issues related to land acquisition, shifting of utilities and other bottlenecks

Puthiya Tamilagam calls for fair delimitation protecting State rights

Housing for roadside dwellers and traffic solutions are top priorities for Harbour constituency, says Minister Sekarbabu

Minister P.K. Sekarbabu says 3,000 multi-storey housing units are planned to be built and a multi-level car parking facility being constructed at

Israel, Lebanon To Begin 10-Day Ceasefire In Less Than Six Hours: Trump

Israel, Lebanon To Begin 10-Day Ceasefire In Less Than Six Hours: Trump

Nedumaran hails PTR and family for their role in public life in Madurai

Ngidi credits Bravo for the development of slower ball

The 30-year-olds varied repertoire has continued to be effective for Delhi Capitals in IPL 2026

RTGS tech helps nab accused in sexual harassment case

Trump says Israel, Lebanon agreed to 10-day ceasefire

Cairo, Apr 16: Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire starting later Thursday, President Donald Trump said. The truce is scheduled

Women's Reservation Bill To Remain A Post-Dated Cheque Forever: K Kavitha

With the Women's Reservation Bill, she alleged, the BJP intends to garner women's votes in poll-bound West Bengal.

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Road accident victims will get treatment worth 1.5 lakh free in hospitals, says Health Minister

PM RAHAT scheme will help save lives by ensuring timely treatment, it will be available at 656 government and private hospitals across A.P., anno

Woman booked for giving acid-laced drink to four-year-old boy in Medipally

Competition Panel Rejects Complaint Against Adani Group, Azure Power In Solar Tender Case

Rejecting the complaint, the Competition Commission of India (CCI), in its order, observed that the country's power generation market comprises m

Water level in Mullaperiyar dam stands at 110.55 feet

Woman booked for allegedly abandoning prematurely delivered foetus

Jobseekers In China Use Dating Apps for Work And Recruitment Sites For Dating. Here's Why

The practice also raises ethical questions, with some dating sites saying that business use violates community guidelines.

Bee Attack Injures Three Teachers At Odisha School, Panic Averted

In a desperate attempt to escape, one of the teachers reportedly jumped into a nearby pond. With students yet to arrive, school authorities acted

MEA briefs parliamentary panel on situation in Iran

Describing the interaction as wide-ranging, Shashi Tharoor said the members of the panel used the opportunity to press the government on critical

Lionel Messi New Owner of Spanish Fifth-Tier Club Cornella

Messi is still playing in the United States for Inter Miami and is expected to play a key role in Argentina's World Cup title defence this year

Aparshakti Khurana Travels from Delhi to Agra for Samosas

Mumbai, April 16: Actor Akshay Kumar is well-known for his strict diet and fitness regimen. Recently, during his quiz reality show Wheel of Fortu

Pawan Khera Appeals to Supreme Court to Lift Stay on Transit Bail

New Delhi, April 16: Congress leader Pawan Khera has once again approached the Supreme Court amid fears of his arrest. He filed a petition reques

Brain Injuries From E-bikes And Scooters Have Surged Fivefold In Five Years, Study Warns

A five-year study from NYU Langone Health has found a sharp rise in serious brain and spinal injuries linked to e-bikes and electric scooters, wi

Extreme heat forces people to stay indoors for hours in Yadgir