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We have been waiting for this like you can`t imagine, said Artemis II mission commander Reid Wiseman as his crew began the call with astronauts on the ISS

Israel will continue its offensive in South Lebanon aimed at neutralising the threat from Hezbollah, which has been backed by Iran. The United States has told Israel that it is committed to achieving these goals, shared by the US, Israel and Israel`s regional allies, in the upcoming negotiations

The remark came while a nine-judge bench was hearing on petitions related to discrimination against women at religious places, including Sabarimala temple of Keralam

The system uses acid recovered from discarded car batteries, offering a novel way to tackle multiple waste streams at once

In power since 2010, Orban is running for his fifth-straight term

A gas processing facility in the UAE capital, Abu Dhabi, was ablaze after incoming Iranian fire, officials said

Could you visit a city, only for a bar in it, and which is also, technically, fictional? Well, I just did!

The poll panel is yet to officially announce the finally altered voter base for the state after the roll revision process.

These were documented and numbered by a team of conservationists led by a heritage expert, our report revealed.

Speaking with reporters outside the Congress leaders house, Assam police DCP Debojit Nath said that Khera was not found at his residence. However, he said that a search was carried out and electronic devices were seized

The remarks by the official, who spoke on condition of anonymity in line with regulations, came moments after the White House said Israel had agreed to the terms of the two-week US-Iran ceasefire agreement

US President Donald Trump had said ending Iran`s nuclear programme entirely was a key point of the war. Trump, after Iran issued its 10-point plan, had described it as fraudulent, without elaborating

The transfer of responsibility took place during an induction ceremony at New Ashok Nagar, where senior officials from CISF and the National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) were present

Donald Trump issued a stark warning about the escalating US-Iran crisis, suggesting the possibility of massive destruction while also hinting at a complete and total regime change in Iran

Together, Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and Jeremy Hansen represent a new generation of explorers preparing humanity for long-term lunar missions

Gurgaon was the most polluted city in India in March, with high PM 2.5 levels, according to a report by Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air. Haryana accounted for four of the top 10 most polluted cities

JD Vance said the United States has largely achieved its military objectives in Iran, even as tensions between Washington and Tehran escalated with fresh airstrikes on key military targets

The incident occurred at around 1 am when a bomb was hurled by suspected militants at a house in Moirang Tronglaobi area, killing a 5-year-old boy and a six-month-old girl, a senior officer said

The Supreme Court of India ruled that High Courts cannot waive statutory penalties on deficient stamp duty, stating that such powers lie only with authorities under the Stamp Act

US Navy fighter jets launched from the USS Abraham Lincoln as part of ongoing strikes on military targets in Iran under Operation Epic Fury, according to CENTCOM

Speaking to reporters in Pune, Rohit Pawar said such comments do not reflect the spirit of democratic engagement and could complicate ongoing political discussions

A gunman was killed and two others wounded in a shootout with police outside the Israeli consulate in Istanbul on Tuesday, with two officers lightly injured. Authorities identified the attackers, who had arrived from Izmit in a rental vehicle.

According to police officials, a total of 58 detonators and 15 gelatin sticks were discovered at the site. The explosives were promptly secured by authorities, and the area was cordoned off to prevent any potential risk to residents

Gold prices fell by Rs 610 to Rs 1.49 lakh per 10 grams in futures trade amid rising crude oil prices and escalating geopolitical tensions in West Asia. Internationally, Comex gold also declined as investors adopted a cautious stance.

The Centre`s move of boosting LPG supply to migrant workers ensures adequate LPG supply amid current demand pressures, encourages digital bookings, and prioritises critical sectors like hospitals and schools

The Supreme Court of India has begun hearings on the Sabarimala temple entry review with a nine-judge bench led by Surya Kant. The case will revisit crucial constitutional issues, including religious freedom, equality, and judicial oversight of faith-based practices

The incident occurred around 11:50 pm in the Chhatrapati Shivaji Rahivasi Chawl area in Airoli, under the jurisdiction of Rabale police station, an official said

For domestic travel, the airline has shifted from a flat fuel surcharge to a distance-based grid system, aligning with the governments decision to cap Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) price hikes at 25 per cent

Wall Street indices ended higher as optimism over a potential US-Iran ceasefire lifted sentiment, despite rising oil prices. Investors remained cautious amid ongoing geopolitical tensions and uncertainty around negotiations

NASA re-established contact with Artemis program astronauts after a planned 40-minute communication blackout as their spacecraft passed behind the Moon during its lunar journey

Trump said during the conference that the second rescue mission in Iran involved 155 US aircraft

These conditions are likely to persist through the forenoon, afternoon, evening and night, indicating an extended spell of unstable weather across the city

Indias office market began 2026 with record-breaking leasing, with Global Capability Centres (GCCs) driving 9.1 million sq ft in Q1. Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Delhi-NCR emerged as key hubs, while premium, green-certified spaces were in high demand

The government, in partnership with the World Health Organisation, the UN children`s agency and the Gavi vaccine alliance, began working to vaccinate children aged 6 months to 5 years old in 18 high-risk districts on Sunday and will expand nationwide in phases from next month, a joint statement said

Astronauts aboard NASAs Artemis mission proposed naming a lunar crater after mission commander Reid Wisemans late wife, Carroll, in a touching tribute during their historic journey. The crew also named another crater Integrity, reflecting their spacecrafts spirit

A court has sentenced nine policemen to death in the Sathankulam custodial killing case involving the deaths of P Jeyraj and his son Benniks in 2020. The verdict follows a CBI investigation and a prolonged trial that examined over 100 witnesses

The Supreme Court declined to stay Adani Groups Rs 14,535-crore bid to acquire Jaiprakash Associates Limited but barred major decisions without NCLAT approval. It directed the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal to hear the case expeditiously amid objections from Vedanta Ltd

CBI is investigating alleged bank loan frauds worth over Rs 73,000 crore involving the Anil Ambani Group, while ED has flagged possible irregularities in insolvency proceedings. The Supreme Court has directed a time-bound, transparent probe and sought full cooperation from all agencies

US President Donald Trump spoke to the Artemis astronauts during their historic lunar mission, praising their courage and calling them modern-day pioneers. The crew, including a Canadian astronaut, shared insights from their journey as Trump reaffirmed Americas leadership in space exploration

The Artemis II astronauts are now on their return journey to Earth after completing a key phase of their mission. Communication with mission control was successfully restored following a planned 40-minute blackout as the spacecraft passed behind the Moon.

A sudden cloudburst-like downpour battered Pune, causing severe waterlogging, damage, and one death. Authorities have announced drainage upgrades and relief measures to tackle future extreme rainfall

The Baramati bypoll has triggered fresh cracks within the Maha Vikas Aghadi, with alliance partners divided over candidate selection. The contest, featuring Sunetra Pawar and a Congress nominee, is emerging as a test of opposition unity

The meeting came as India and Bangladesh are making efforts to rebuild bilateral ties after Rahman became prime minister following his Bangladesh Nationalist Partys victory in the February parliamentary polls

Justice Sharma took Kejriwals application on record and listed it for hearing on April 13

The bench directed the CBI to file a status report before it in the matter within 16 weeks.

The party always took short-term measures so that they could indulge in corruption

Recounting her isolation, Sharanya spoke less of hardship and more of the strange, almost surreal companionship the forest offered her

The child was never inside the wolf habitat at the ZooAmerica North American Wildlife Park, which is part of the Hersheypark theme park

At least 17 were killed on Saturday when armed men attacked the Mbalom community in the Gwer West area of Nigerias north-central Benue State

Attacks also targeted facilities at Irans South Pars natural gas field