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Telangana: K. Kavitha unveils Telangana Rashtra Sena following BRS suspension

Former MP K. Kavitha has officially launched her political party, the Telangana Rashtra Sena (TRS), at an event on the outskirts of Hyderabad.

25 Apr 2026 12:58 pm
Arvind Kejriwal used to lavish living, spent private money on Sheesh Mahal 2: Parvesh Verma

Addressing a press conference, Delhi Public Works Department Minister Parvesh Sahib Singh Verma said Mr. Kejriwal has become habituated to living lavishly

25 Apr 2026 12:54 pm
What is the big deal with pilates?

You would have heard of Zumba, HIIT, yoga and a dozen more exercise techniques, but have you heard of pilates? Why is it so popular now? Lets explore the history!

25 Apr 2026 12:50 pm
Assam-born writer-actors film screened at international festival in Mexico

Rajdeep Choudhury is the writer and lead actor of A Teachers Gift directed by Artur Ribeiro of Portugal

25 Apr 2026 12:48 pm
Thrissur Pooram: Railways to operate special trains to Thrissur from southern Kerala

In view of Thrissur Pooram, the unreserved MEMU special trains will be operated between Kollam Junction and Thrissur on April 26 to ensure convenient travel for passengers, says release issued by railways

25 Apr 2026 12:47 pm
Australia and New Zealand gather in Turkiye to commemorate WWI battle

The hour-long event included mournful hymns, prayers and the laying of wreaths by the participants, which included representatives from many countries around the world

25 Apr 2026 12:41 pm
Steps taken to ensure there is no shortage of fuel: Collector Rajakumari Ganiya

The Nandyal District Collector instructed officials to take all necessary steps to ensure that the public and particularly those engaged in agricultural activities do not face any difficulties

25 Apr 2026 12:40 pm
It was unwarranted to quote and drag me for unpublished book: Ex-Army chief Naravane

In February this year, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi was stopped from citing excerpts from the memoir in the Lok Sabha, as it had not yet been published

25 Apr 2026 12:39 pm
Michael movie review: An opaque look at the man in the mirror

By ending the biopic with Bad, Antoine Fuqua delivers a disappointing look at the life of the King of Pop, revealing little about the person behind the explosive music and electric dance numbers, who is brilliantly brought to life by Jaafar Jackson

25 Apr 2026 12:38 pm
Coast Guard chopper over Sabarimala: Police report flags security breach

According to the report, the helicopter flew directly above the temples flagpole, which is a high-security zone, and the explanation provided by the Coast Guard citing weather issues was not satisfactory

25 Apr 2026 12:30 pm
Allahabad HC raps U.P. police for disturbing trend of harassing young couples

The bench directed the State DGP to take corrective steps to address practices where police chase young couples who have married out of their own will

25 Apr 2026 12:24 pm
First female Archbishop of Canterbury to meet Pope Leo

The 63-year-old former nurse, who is married with two children, is the first woman to lead the mother church of the world's 85-million strong Anglican community

25 Apr 2026 12:21 pm
Advocates boycott court proceedings in Tiruvannamalai, demanding air-conditioned halls

Unaware of the boycott of courts by law practitioners, several litigants visited the court from faraway remote villages in the district

25 Apr 2026 12:18 pm
Victim is Dalit, poor every time: Rahul Gandhi demands probe into Ghazipur rape-murder

Rahul Gandhi said in a country and State where parents have to beg even to get an FIR filed for their daughter, the country's government has no moral right to remain in power

25 Apr 2026 12:16 pm
Jadavpur University got global acclaim despite fiscal crunch: Teachers body on PMs critical remark

The Jadavpur University Teachers' Association (JUTA) highlighted that, alongside academics and research, the institute has played a significant role in advancing social justice.

25 Apr 2026 12:15 pm
BJP staring at electoral losses in West Bengal, Tamil Naidu, Kerala: Farooq Abdullah

The results would reflect the peoples mandate against divisive politics, said Mr. Abdullah

25 Apr 2026 12:10 pm
No clarity on U.S.-Iran talks as Islamabad stays under lockdown

Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Dar, in a social media post, expressed hope for meaningful engagements between the two warring parties to promote regional peace and stability

25 Apr 2026 11:57 am
Denial of bail to MP Rashid to meet ailing father nothing short of inhuman, says brother

This is not just about one individual, but the story of hundreds of Kashmiris in jails, and it is about the conscience of a system that must answer for its fairness and humanity

25 Apr 2026 11:56 am
Jadavpur University row: Pradhan attacks Mamata, alleges institutional decline in Bengal

The remarks came after CM Banerjee criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his comments on Jadavpur University, saying they undermined a premier institution known for academic excellence

25 Apr 2026 11:56 am
RBIs action on Paytm Payments Bank Limited has no financial impact and strong momentum, says company

In a regulatory filing, the Noida-based fintech major said PPBL operates independently, with no board or management involvement from Paytm

25 Apr 2026 11:54 am
Romania says drone fragments damage property during overnight Russian attack on Ukraine

The Defence Ministry firmly condemns the irresponsible actions of the Russian Federation and emphasises that these represent a new challenge to regional security and stability in the Black Sea area

25 Apr 2026 11:54 am
Wellness drives the new workplace

From natural light and cleaner air to flexible zones, offices are being designed to boost focus, reduce stress, and draw employees back in

25 Apr 2026 11:46 am
Olympic medallist Gurbax Singh Grewal dead

Grewal, who was part of the Indian team that secured a bronze medal at the 1968 Mexico City Olympics, died on April 24

25 Apr 2026 11:42 am
The anti-defection law political facts, legal fiction

The crisis in Maharashtra and even earlier instances are grim reminders of what the Tenth Schedule can and cannot do

25 Apr 2026 11:31 am
The heat and your gut: what rising temperatures can do to your digestion

When the body prioritises cooling during heat stress, it induces a state of splanchnic hypoperfusioneffectively shunting blood away from the stomach and intestines. This lack of blood flow can compromise the integrity of the intestinal lining, leading to what is colloquially known as leaky gut

25 Apr 2026 11:31 am
ED raids against Raheja Developers

About seven premises in Delhi-NCR are being covered as part of the action

25 Apr 2026 11:31 am
Rahul Gandhi on two-day visit to Andaman and Nicobar Islands from April 26

Rahul Gandhi is expected to highlight concerns over the Centre's ambitious 81,000 crore Great Nicobar Holistic Development Project

25 Apr 2026 11:26 am
Khalnayak Returns: Sanjay Dutt announces sequel to his 1993 classic, teaser unveiled

The original film, directed by Subhash Ghai, also starred Jackie Shroff and Madhuri Dixit in key roles

25 Apr 2026 11:25 am
EU considers helping with West Asia energy infrastructure to bypass conflict zones

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on April 25, 2026 that EU is ready to work with Persian Gulf countries for new projects conveying energy to global markets that wouldn't be held hostage to war or geopolitical strife

25 Apr 2026 11:24 am
ECI orders suspension of five police officers in West Bengal for 'serious misconduct' during polls

In a communication to the State Chief Secretary, the poll panel said the action followed a report submitted by the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) of West Bengal about the conduct of police personnel.

25 Apr 2026 11:23 am
Sharpen the anti-defection law, strengthen democracy

The anti-defection law has played a crucial role in political stability, but there are gaps which need to be addressed to make it more effective and impartial

25 Apr 2026 11:12 am
Kavitha floats Telangana Rashtra Sena, targets KCR and BRS

By naming her political outfit as TRS, she apparently wants to be seen as a symbolic attempt to reclaim the ideological legacy of the Telangana statehood movement

25 Apr 2026 11:00 am
Thane court acquits man accused of raping minor, says relationship appeared consensual

Special judge S.P. Agarwal cleared the accused, Samsher Rais Khan, of charges under section 376(2)(n) (repeated rape) of the Indian Penal Code and relevant provisions of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act

25 Apr 2026 10:59 am
Palestinians vote in first elections since Gaza war

Nearly 1.5 million people are registered to vote in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, as well as 70,000 people in Gazas Deir el-Balah area, according to the Ramallah-based Central Elections Commission

25 Apr 2026 10:50 am
Jerax series review: A witty fantasy drama propelled by fine performances

Srinidhi Bengalurus Kannada show Jerax navigates love, political rivalries, and a series of hilarious identity mix-ups thanks to a human-cloning machine. Even if the ending feels rushed, the relatable characters and unexpected twists make the series a fresh attempt

25 Apr 2026 10:44 am
Justice will prevail over politics of threat, intimidation: Congress stands behind Pawan Khera

We are confident that justice will prevail over the politics of threat, intimidation, and harassment, says Congress leader Jairam Ramesh

25 Apr 2026 10:39 am
U.S. imposes sanctions on China-based oil refinery, 40 shippers over Iranian oil

These sanctions come just a few weeks before President Donald Trump and China's Xi Jinping are due to meet in China

25 Apr 2026 10:36 am
TCS Nashik case highlights gaps in PoSH reporting and implementation | Data

Beyond data gaps, fear for reputation, lack of trust in authorities and unclear procedures continue to prevent women from reporting sexual harassment

25 Apr 2026 10:32 am
Palestinian local elections give some Gazans a chance to vote for the first time in years

The West Bank-based Palestinian Authority hopes the symbolic inclusion of the Gazan city of Deir al-Balah will help reinforce its claim to authority over the war-torn territory, from where it was ousted by Hamas in 2007

25 Apr 2026 10:31 am
En Vilasam, a Chettinad villa that stays out of sight

This holiday home in a fishing hamlet near Chennai does not follow a predictable luxury-villa aesthetic and thats why designers are booking it

25 Apr 2026 10:28 am
13 women rescued in raid at orchestra bar in Bhayandar

The raid was conducted around midnight following inputs that the bar management was employing more women than permitted and forcing them to perform obscene dances to attract customers, says official

25 Apr 2026 10:26 am
Atrocities against women in U.P. reached peak under BJP rule, says Priyanka Gandhi

The Congress General Secretary was reacting to the murder of a girl in Ghazipur, which has led to an uproar and protests

25 Apr 2026 10:20 am
No repoll ordered in Tamil Nadu, West Bengal: ECI officials

On April 23, while all 234 Assembly seats in Tamil Nadu went to vote in a single phase, 152 seats in West Bengal voted in the first phase

25 Apr 2026 10:17 am
At least 14 people rescued as transformer fire engulfs buildings in Laxmi Nagar

Seven water tenders, along with other firefighting vehicles, were deployed to control the flames

25 Apr 2026 10:16 am
Mamata to become West Bengal Chief Minister for fourth consecutive term: Tejashwi

The RJD leader attended back-to-back roadshows in Jagaddal, Bhatpara and Khardaha Assembly constituencies

25 Apr 2026 10:11 am