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Indian Air Force Successfully Hosts Maintenance Command Commanders Conclave 2026

New Delhi, April 12: The Indian Air Force successfully organized the Maintenance Command Commanders Conclave 2026 at Air Force Nagar in Nagpur on

Natural Farming Improves Health of Soldiers, Says Rajnath Singh

Bhopal, April 12: During the Advanced Agriculture Festival-2026 held in Raisen district, Defense Minister Rajnath Singh stated that the consumpti

U.S., Iran talks extend into second day as strait showdown deepens

In a break with precedent, Iranian and U.S. officials were meeting directly, alongside Pakistan, and not speaking through mediators who shuttled

Congress Leader Ajay Maken Raises Alarm Over Delhis Toxic Air Quality

New Delhi, April 12: Ajay Maken, the treasurer of the All India Congress Committee and former Speaker of the Delhi Assembly, has expressed grave

Congress Hinders Public Issues, Claims BJP MP Ghulam Ali Khatana

New Delhi, April 12: BJP MP Ghulam Ali Khatana launched a strong critique against the Congress party on Saturday. He accused Congress of consiste

Big share of funds for kids' jabs not spent: RTI data

Despite significant annual allocations for India's National Immunisation Programme, a substantial portion of funds remains unspent, raising conce

IPL 2026: Sanju Samson Hits Fourth Century as CSK Sets 213-Run Target Against DC

Chennai, April 12: Chennai Super Kings (CSK) set a formidable target of 213 runs for Delhi Capitals (DC) in their recent match. Sanju Samsons cen

Assam turnout nears record 86%, highest rise in Muslim-majority districts

Assam witnessed a record-breaking voter turnout of nearly 86% in the 2026 assembly polls, the highest in the state's history. The Muslim belt saw

Asian Development Bank Lowers Bangladeshs Growth Forecast Amid West Asia Crisis

New Delhi, April 12: Amid escalating global political tensions in West Asia, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) has revised Bangladeshs economic gr

Avenge Mamata's insult to Murmu, Shah calls upon tribal community

Union Minister Amit Shah urged Bengal's tribal communities to vote against TMC, alleging Mamata Banerjee insulted President Droupadi Murmu. Speak

Stalemate over LAB, KDA talks with MHA; both bodies to meet shortly to take call

No indications of any meeting even after over 2 months *No response to Nov 17, 2025 document Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, Apr 11: Stalemate prevailed ov

Civil Servant and the cult of celebrity in India : Rethinking a social narrative

Sanjay Kharoo sanjay_kharoo@rediffmail.com In India, few achievements receive as much public admiration as clearing the Union Public Service Comm

US VP holds face-to-face talks with top Iranian negotiators

Efforts to reach peace agreement to end war ISLAMABAD, Apr 11: A US delegation led by Vice President JD Vance held historic face-to-face talks wi

MLA Reasi, others call on LG

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 11: A delegation led by Kuldeep Raj Dubey, Member of Legislative Assembly from Reasi, called on Lieutenant Gov

International delegates visit states where polls were held on Thursday

NEW DELHI, Apr 11 : As many as 38 international delegates from 22 countries witnessed first-hand the scale, precision, and vibrancy of Indias ele

Women now leading Indias development journey: Union minister

NEW DELHI, Apr 11: Union Women and Child Development Minister Annpurna Devi on Saturday said India has witnessed a historic transformation in wom

Grenadier Munshi Ram Gone in Battle but Immortal in Courage

Haroon Imtiaz imtiazharoon990@gmail.com Many people say, Let there be war. Yes, even I say it sometimes. I say it with pride, believing that our

Work on Ujh Multipurpose Project will begin soon, Jaitley Stadium to get additional land : Dr Jitendra

GMC Kathua to start MD this year, upgrade cancer facility Avtar Bhat KATHUA, Apr 11 : The work on Ujh Multipurose Project conceived about 100 yea

Defense Minister and UP CM Inaugurate Laser, Light, and Sound Show at Smritika War Memorial

Lucknow, April 12: Defense Minister Rajnath Singh and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath inaugurated a state-of-the-art laser, light, a

London police arrest 523 people at protest over Palestine Action ban

The gathering was the first since Londons High Court ruled in February that a ban designating the pro-Palestinian group as a terrorist organisati

Youth Congress Leader Manish Sharma Granted Anticipatory Bail in AI Summit Protest Case

New Delhi, April 12: Manish Sharma, the National In-Charge of the Youth Congress, has received significant relief in connection with the protest

Tragic Collision in Bihar Claims 10 Lives, Many Injured

Mumbai, April 12: A devastating accident occurred in the Kodia area of Katihar district, Bihar, on Saturday evening, resulting in the deaths of 1

Rallies taken out by various organisations under Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 11: Rallies were organised by various organisations on the occasion of Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, here today.

Rekha Mahajan rebuts Cong, backs PMs women empowerment initiatives

Excelsior Correspondent UDHAMPUR: Apr 11: Rekha Mahajan, Vice President of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Jammu & Kashmir, strongly rebutted r

Youth-centric governance key to combating drug menace: Rattan Lal

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 11: National Conference Provincial President, Rattan Lal Gupta today launched a sharp critique of the Bharatiy

Delhi-Amritsar-Katra Expressway Set to Open Soon to Vijaypur, Says Jitendra Singh

New Delhi, April 12: Jitendra Singh, the Minister of State for Science and Technology and Earth Sciences, made several significant announcements

BJP to take out bike rally today to celebrate Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 11: The BJP leaders while elaborating on the significance of the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, 2023, described

Awareness only shield against cyber fraud: CICE

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Apr 11: Emphasising that awareness is the most effective defence against rising cyber threats, officers from th

Vijeshwar Devasthan Trust delegation calls on CS, Director Archives

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 11: The Vijeshwar Devasthan Trust team, under the leadership of its president, Sanjay Tickoo Dembi, called on

BOPEE conducts CET for B.Ed Courses of Academic Session 2026-27

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 11: The Jammu and Kashmir Board of Professional Entrance Examinations (BOPEE) today conducted the Common Entra

MCA approves subsidy corpus of Rs 100 crores; launches Champions Trophy

MUMBAI, Apr 11: Mumbai Cricket Associations apex council on Saturday approved a subsidy corpus of Rs 100 crore along with the introduction of the

Global Waste Generation

Dr. Gyan Pathak Global waste generation is faster than we are able to handle. It reached 2.56 billion tonnes in 2022, according to the new World

Sri Lanka ageing fast; elderly population triples in 40 yrs

COLOMBO, Apr 11 : Sri Lanka is ageing at a rapid pace, with its elderly population nearly tripled to 18 per cent over the last four decades, acco

What is Anthropics Claude Mythos model?

Is Mythos really that capable? Why is this LLM not being made available to the public? What is Project Glasswing?

Tamil Nadu Elections: Election Commission Removes Sandeep Mittal from Anti-Corruption DGP Post Following DMK Complaint

Chennai, April 12: In a significant development ahead of the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, the Election Commission of India has removed Sandeep

BJP Leaders Review Organizational Programs, Emphasize Womens Empowerment

Jammu, April 12: Jammu and Kashmir BJP President and Rajya Sabha MP Sat Sharma, along with General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Kaul, addressed

PIB Maharashtra Debunks Rumors of Thalapathy Vijays Jan Nayakan Leak

Mumbai, April 12: New information has emerged regarding the highly anticipated action entertainer film Jan Nayakan starring Thalapathy Vijay. The

A New Ultra-Modern Cultural Centre Is Coming Up At Madhapur Under The Aegis Of Sangeet Natak Academy

Union minister G. Kishan Reddy, after inspecting the ongoing works, highlighted the acute shortage of quality venues in Hyderabad, which currentl

Samson Ends 14-Year Drought with Century Against DC in IPL 2026

Chennai, April 12: In a thrilling match of IPL 2026, the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) faced off against the Delhi Capitals (DC) at the MA Chidambara

Asha Bhosle Hospitalized After Cardiac Arrest in Mumbai

Mumbai, April 12: Fans of legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle received distressing news as she suffered a cardiac arrest on Saturday. Following

Major Drug Smuggling Operation Uncovered at Mumbai Airport, Suspect Arrested

Mumbai, April 12: A significant drug smuggling operation has been exposed at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport. Officials from th

Asian Wrestling Championship: Sujit and Abhimanyu Secure Gold, India Claims 14 Medals

New Delhi, April 12: At the Senior Asian Wrestling Championship 2026, held in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, Sujit and Abhimanyu shone brightly for India,

West Bengal polls: Didi alleges bid to cancel her nomination in Bhowanipore

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee alleged attempts to cancel her Bhowanipore nomination through false affidavits filed by raitors. Two objections,

Ministers Chopper Lands In Car Parking Area, Triggers Panic

According to officials, the pilot apparently misjudged the landing site, mistaking an open space in the parking area for the designated helipad l

Tragic Bus Collision in Katihar Claims 10 Lives, Tejashwi Yadav Expresses Condolences

Katihar, April 12: A tragic accident occurred in the Koha police station area of Katihar district, Bihar, on Saturday evening, resulting in the d

Morning Court Decision Delayed in Muzaffarpur: Former Bar Association Secretary Speaks Out

Muzaffarpur, April 12: The commencement of the morning court in Muzaffarpur has not yet taken place this year. Praveen Kumar, former general secr

Police Probe On Into Cash For Vote Charge Against BJP Sobha Surendran

BJPs state leadership suspended Alappuzha North district vice president Bindu Vinayakumar for speaking out against Sobha over her alleged role in

ED Files Chargesheet Against Five in Illegal Coal Mining Case in Kolkata

Kolkata, April 12: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has taken significant action against illegal coal mining and its associated criminal network.

Indian Cheetah Gamini Gives Birth to Four Cubs in Kuno National Park

New Delhi, April 12: Exciting news has emerged from Kuno National Park in Madhya Pradeshs Sheopur district. A 25-month-old Indian cheetah named G

L-G Saxena inaugurates Apricot Blossom Festival at Darchiks in Aryan Valley

Excelsior Correspondent Leh, April 11:The Lieutenant Governor of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Vinai Kumar Saxena, today inaugurated the Apricot

Tamil Nadu Assembly election 2026: Dairy farmers concerned over lack of attention to their core issues

In its manifesto, the DMK has promised the farmers that the procurement price will be increased by 5 per litre. But the AIADMK, the NTK, and the

Ayush Mhatre: The Young Cricket Prodigy Making Waves in Indian Cricket

New Delhi, April 12: At just two and a half years old, Ayush Mhatre stunned his family with an impressive pull shot while batting with a plastic

I am enduring pain fighting the party I built brick by bric: PMKfounder S. Ramadoss

S.Ramadosssays he is not opposing the Mango symbol, and contends that it is his symbol and was created by him. Describing the court verdict on th

Manish Tewari Questions Government on Womens Reservation Bill Amendments

New Delhi, April 12: The central government is preparing to present the Womens Reservation Bill in Parliament. Meanwhile, Congress MP Manish Tewa

T.N. Assembly election 2026: Scheduled Tribe communities in delta region hope for redemption from poverty under new government

In the absence of accepted identity proof, the Tamil Nadu Adi Dravidar Housing and Development Corporation has been holding back fund allocation

Tragic Truck Accident Claims Life of 65-Year-Old in Anand Parvat

New Delhi, April 12: A horrific road accident occurred in the Anand Parvat area of Delhi on Saturday afternoon. A speeding truck collided with si

Kalapriya: from aDMKcampaigner and fan of MGR to renowned littrateur

Kalapriya says that before joining theDMK, MGR was associated with the Congress. Over the time, he surrounded himself with seasoned political min

Gurjapneet Singh Becomes 17th Bowler to Take Wicket on First IPL Ball

Chennai, April 12: Gurjapneet Singh, a fast bowler for Chennai Super Kings (CSK), has made history by becoming the 17th player to take a wicket o

Ganja Addicted Gang Attacked Pedestrian In Warangal

Police said the victim, Pagindla Naresh, was attacked on March 17 in the Labour Colony area under Gandhi Nagar limits after an argument over reck

Punjab Kings Captain Shreyas Iyer Sets Sights on Trophy After Victory Over SRH

Mumbai, April 12: Punjab Kings (PBKS) captain Shreyas Iyer laid the groundwork for ending a 19-year trophy drought with a six-wicket victory over

Puducherry Assembly election 2026: Voter turnout stands at 91.23%, the highest in the Union Territorys history

Campaign against Iran not over, existential threats removed: Netanyahu

He also claimed major achievemnets on other fronts that posed threat to Israel-Syria, Houthis in Yemen, Hezbollah in Lebanon and Hamas in Gaza

Major Drug Bust in Mathura: Three International Traffickers Arrested

Mathura, April 12: In a significant operation against drug trafficking, the Mathura police, in collaboration with the Anti-Narcotics Task Force (

Braving heat, leaders hit the streets in Chennai city as poll battle intensifies

Explosive Incident in Begusarai Leaves Five Police Officers Injured

Patna, April 12: A severe incident occurred on Saturday in Vrindavan village, under the jurisdiction of the Nawkothi police station in Begusarai

Delegates from 22 countries laud India's poll process

International delegates from 22 countries lauded India's recent elections in Kerala, Assam, and Puducherry, highlighting impressive voter turnout

ECI Transfers Home Secretary, DMK Objects

Baalu, who said that if the transfers were not revoked, the DMK would take necessary action under the law, the services of N Muruganandam as Chie

Kumaraswamy Promises to Remove Eclipse from Karnataka if Given a Chance

Bengaluru, April 12: H.D. Kumaraswamy, the Union Minister of Heavy Industries and Steel, urged the people of Karnataka to give the Janata Dal (Se

CM Fadnavis to conduct probe in Chhagan Bhujbals helicopter landing in parking lot

According to officials from the Pune administration, a designated helipad had been prepared for VIP helicopter landings. However, the pilot mista

Gujarat CM and BJP State President to Lead Local Election Campaign in 15 Municipalities

Ahmedabad, April 12: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will launch a coordinated election campaign in 15 municipalities across Gujarat on Sunday.

Dominance of Top Athletes in Indian Athletics Series Held in New Delhi

New Delhi, April 12: The third phase of the Indian Athletics Series showcased stellar performances by top Indian athletes at the prestigious Jawa

Puducherry Assembly election 2026: Polling peaceful in Karaikal amid heavy turnout

Humayun Kabir Accuses TMC and AIMIM of 20 Crore Deal Amid Alliance Split

Kolkata, April 12: In a recent turn of events, Humayun Kabir, the president of the Aam Janata Unnayan Party (AJUP), has accused the Trinamool Con

NYC Grand Central attack: Machete-wielding man slashes 3 at subway before being shot by NYPD - here's what happened

NYC Grand Central attack: Violence erupted at Grand Central Terminal's subway platforms. A man attacked three commuters with a large knife. Polic

Minister Pravesh Verma Reviews Drainage Cleaning Efforts in South Delhi

New Delhi, April 12: Ahead of the monsoon season, Pravesh Verma, the Minister of Public Works Department (PWD), conducted an inspection of major

Samson Breaks Dhoni's Record With 1st Ton For CSK, Joins Super Elite Club

Sanju Samson announced his arrival at Chennai Super Kings in style in his fourth match for the franchise in IPL 2026

Strengthening Healthcare in Kathua: Expansion of Cancer Treatment Facilities and Launch of MD Course

Mumbai, April 12: A significant step has been taken to enhance healthcare in Kathua district of Jammu and Kashmir. The Tata Memorial Centre has d

Iran Changed The Course Of World History : Former Diplomats

Emphasising how thousands were killed and even hospitals were targeted, Jung noted that key civilian infrastructure was spared during the bombing

Allow Suryavanshi time to grow: Kumble

Suryavanshi, who turned 15 last month, has carried his stupendous from the ICC u-19 World Cup into IPL 2026, where his audacious strokeplay has c

Drinking water scarcity, accidents on highway are the burning problems of Kulithalai constituency

Despite being located on the banks of the Cauvery, which is the source of drinking water for several districts, the residents of Kulithalai are s

IAF chief meets top US def officials to discuss shared strategic priorities, MQ-9B drones

Indian Air Force Chief Air Chief Marshal A P Singh met with US Air Force leadership, including Gen Ken Wilsbach, to bolster defense ties and disc

EPS Criticizes DMK at Tamil Nadu Rally, Defends AIADMKs Stance on Cauvery Issue

Tanjore, April 12: At an election rally in Tanjore, AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami launched a sharp attack on the DMK. He highl

Vance-led team lands in Paks Nur Khan base, same air hub targeted by India during Op Sindoor

US Vice President JD Vance and an Iranian delegation arrived at Pakistan's Nur Khan airbase for peace talks. This base, a key Pakistani military

Delhi BJP President Welcomes New Electric Vehicle Policy Draft

New Delhi, April 12: Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva welcomed the draft of the Delhi governments new electric vehicle (EV) policy on Saturd

Arabic proverb of the day: 'The end result of a good deed is a slap...' Life lessons on kindness, success and why good deeds may result in backlash

Arabic proverb of the day highlights the saying The end result of a good deed is a slap with the palms. The proverb explains how kindness can lea

Guntur-Based Student Died In An Accident In USA

Navyas aunt Sirisha Nelakuditi, in a GoFundMe post, said that she was admitted in the UPMC Presbyterian Hospital in Pittsburgh, and despite three

McIlroy sizzles to a record six-shot Masters lead

The holder sinks birdies on six of the last seven holesfor a epic finish at the midpoint of the years first Major

Palaniswami promises to implement Cauvery rejuvenation project

He accuses the DMK government of putting on hold a project that had obtained in-principle approval from Central government after being proposed b

Ten Convicted in Murder Case Sentenced to Life Imprisonment with Fines

Raichur, April 12: A court in Raichur district has sentenced ten individuals to life imprisonment for their involvement in a murder case stemming

Thiruvaiyaru: All parties sing the same tune during elections in the hometown of saint-composer Thyagaraja

Thiruvaiyaru is bogged down by the usual problems relating to the cultivation; an attempt was made to solve the problems of banana growers by set