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In a post on X, PM Modi congratulated the team behind the project and said the achievement underlines Indias growing technological capabilities

The new proposal outlines a phased framework designed to reduce immediate hostilities while separating them from longer-term disputes, particularly over Irans nuclear programme

In a self-recorded video, the grieving father made a humble request on behalf of his family, asking politicians to refrain from visiting them at this time. He said the family would be willing to meet anyone, including political leaders, only after justice is delivered in the case

In a post on X, the Delhi Chief Minister conveyed her condolences to the bereaved families and prayed for the speedy recovery of those injured in the incident

Apart from managing security of strongrooms, the security was also increased outside the Chief Electoral Officer`s office and Falta assembly constituency, where locals protested alleged threats and beatings by TMC leaders on Saturday

The hospital transfer comes after 140 days of systematic medical neglect, since her arrest on December 12 last year, the foundation said

Trump confirmed the 14-point proposal was delivered through a Pakistani intermediary. He described Iran as significantly weakened and did not rule out renewed strikes. In a Truth Social post, however, the US President expressed scepticism over the proposal

He alleged negligence by authorities, claiming no warning was issued to tourists despite a yellow weather alert.

At 10.35 am, Rishi Nath, adjudicator from Guinness World Records, formally confirmed the achievement and presented the certificate to Joshi

The party claims a specially-abled voter and his mother were harassed by Central forces

Ever dreamed of a tiramisu that just never finishes? A team of chefs in the UK attempted to make the impossible and broke a world record

Photojournalism, portraiture, political history, Rai had an eye, an eye trained for years to produce a story in the blink of an eye

A Special Investigation Team (SIT) of the Nashik Police is currently investigating nine cases of alleged sexual harassment involving female employees at the TCS unit in district

The BJP has accused AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal and Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann of misusing the police for political vendetta, questioning the timing of the FIRs

Sanjay Jadhav, a three-term Member of Parliament from Parbhani, also commented on how politics has changed, saying it is no longer driven by social work but increasingly influenced by economic considerations

Four year old`s murder and rape in Pune has triggered mass protests, highway blockades and demands from political leaders across party lines for the death penalty and fast-track implementation of Maharashtra`s pending Shakti Act

The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, in coordination with the Ministry of External Affairs and Indian missions abroad, continues to monitor the situation and ensure the welfare of Indian nationals

Iran has executed two men, Yaghoub Karimpour and Nasser Bekrzadeh, after convicting them of spying for Israels intelligence agency Mossad, according to the judiciary

In the past 24 hours alone, four additional child deaths were reported along with a sharp rise in suspected and confirmed cases. Health authorities have recorded over 38,000 suspected cases and more than 5,000 confirmed infections

During the visit, he will hold discussions with Myanmars top defence leadership, including the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces and the Defence Minister

A Delhi court has extended the judicial custody of former senior Reliance Group executives Amitabh Jhunjhunwala and Amit Bapna until May 15 in connection with a money laundering investigation linked to Reliance Home Finance Limited

A senior Iranian military official has warned that conflict with the United States could flare up again, accusing Washington of violating agreements and maintaining aggressive posturing

Bird flu has resurfaced in Navapur, Maharashtra, with authorities confirming the deadly H5N1 strain. The third outbreak in the region has sparked concern among poultry farmers over losses, while officials step up monitoring and containment measures to prevent further spread

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam leader KA Sengottaiyan has claimed the party will win 180200 seats in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, projecting a decisive mandate for party chief Vijay. The remarks come ahead of vote counting, amid contrasting exit poll predictions on the partys electoral debut

A four-year-old girl was allegedly sexually assaulted and murdered by a senior citizen in a village in Maharashtra`s Pune district. The accused allegedly lured the child with the promise of food and took her to a shed in a cattle enclosure, where he sexually assaulted her and killed her

Repolling in 15 booths across two constituencies in West Bengal recorded over 16% voter turnout in the first two hours. Voting in Magrahat Paschim and Diamond Harbour has remained peaceful under tight security and monitoring by election officials

Maharashtra is currently under the influence of hot and dry weather conditions, with very limited rainfall activity. Vidarbha remains the hottest region, while coastal areas like Mumbai experience relatively moderate temperatures

Tamil Nadu is expected to experience continued heatwave-like conditions till May 5, with temperatures remaining 1.6C to 3C above normal in several districts. The weather department has also forecast isolated heavy rain and thunderstorms in parts of the state despite the prevailing heat

Search operations have been intensified at Bargi Dam in Madhya Pradesh to trace four passengers missing after a cruise boat tragedy that left nine dead. Over 200 rescuers, including Army divers and disaster response teams, are combing the area as authorities prepare to file an FIR and probe alleged safety lapses

UP Congress chief Ajay Rai was hospitalised after sudden health complications and a drop in sodium levels. He is currently stable and under observation at Medanta Hospital. Leaders, including Narendra Modi, wished him a speedy recovery

Donald Trump has announced plans to impose a 25pc tariff on cars and trucks imported from the European Union, citing non-compliance with a trade deal. He added that vehicles manufactured in the United States would be exempt, while highlighting ongoing investments in domestic auto production

The White House told Congress that hostilities with Iran have terminated, allowing President Donald Trump to bypass a key war powers deadline. The move has triggered a legal and political debate, as US forces remain in the region and tensions persist

At least 14 members of Irans Revolutionary Guard were killed in an explosion caused by leftover bombs from the recent war near Zanjan. The blast, involving cluster munitions and air-dropped mines, marks the deadliest such incident since the ceasefire came into effect

A 27-year-old groom on the way to his wedding was shot dead by unidentified assailants here on Friday evening, triggered panic in the area

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent sparked a diplomatic row after calling Irans leadership rats and claiming US control over the Strait of Hormuz. Iran hit back sharply, as tensions escalate over blockade measures and threats to global shipping routes

Air India will reduce international flights till July due to soaring jet fuel prices and airspace restrictions linked to the West Asia conflict. Longer routes have made operations unprofitable, as the airline also faces heavy losses and seeks financial support from stakeholders

Pakistans military said it killed at least 13 terrorists belonging to Fitna-al-Khwarij in operations carried out in Mohmand and North Waziristan districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, near the Afghanistan border, on April 28 and 29

Security has been intensified across Kolkata and other districts in West Bengal, with forces maintaining a strict vigil at counting centres where EVMs are stored. The situation remained calm at Sakhawat Memorial School after late-night developments involving Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee

The U.S. Geological Survey has identified around 2.3 million metric tons of economically recoverable lithium in the Appalachian region. The discovery is equivalent to roughly 328 years of US lithium imports, potentially strengthening domestic supply for batteries and clean energy

Engineers have developed printed artificial neurons capable of directly interacting with real brain cells. These flexible and low-cost devices can generate electrical signals similar to biological neurons, marking a significant step forward in neurotechnology and potential medical applications

Indias first barrierless toll plaza has been launched at Chorayasi in Surat, introducing a Multi-Lane Free Flow system that allows vehicles to pass without stopping. Announced by Nitin Gadkari, the system uses technologies like ANPR and FASTag to ensure seamless, congestion-free toll collection

Researchers have discovered two new firefly speciesDiaphanes meghalayanus and Diaphanes mawlynnongin Mawlynnong, marking the first scientific record of luminous insects in the state. The study, led by Assam Don Bosco University, adds to Meghalayas growing biodiversity significance

A court in China has sentenced a 14-year-old boy to life imprisonment for the rape and murder of his classmate in Qujing. The court cited the severity of the crime while noting that the death penalty could not be applied as the accused was a minor at the time of the offence

Beehive Industries has introduced the 3D-printed Rampart turbofan engine capable of producing 1,000 lbf of thrust. Designed for uncrewed combat aircraft, the engine features a flexible, reconfigurable architecture that supports multiple mission roles while reducing manufacturing time and costs through advanced 3D printing

A study of 37 urban bird species, including great tit, house sparrow, and common blackbird, has found that birds tend to flee earlier when approached by women than men. On average, men could get about 3.3 feet closer before birds took off. Researchers say the reason behind this unexpected behaviour remains unclear

Neuralink has introduced a specialised surgical robot designed to assist in brain implant procedures. The system automates high-precision tasks using a five-axis mechanism, improving accuracy and consistency while supporting wider adoption of brain-computer interface technology, with human surgeons still overseeing operations

The Maha Vikas Aghadi, instead of consolidating itself against its principal rival, which projects confidence, discipline, and control, appears to be entangled in its own contradictions

Yet, while applauding all these marvels, as our politicians term them, we should also never forget our basics.

Azerbaijan has suspended all cooperation with the European Parliament, citing bias and anti-Azerbaijani actions. The move includes withdrawal from joint parliamentary bodies and summoning the EU ambassador

Once notified, hospitals, clinics and individual practitioners will be required to report cases to the District Leprosy Officer. This will enable targeted interventions, timely diagnosis and free treatment through Multi-Drug Therapy at government facilities, according to an official statement