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Political slugfest between Congress-BJP in Haryana over crop procurement

Farmers, who sustain the nation through their hard work, are being treated like criminals in the grain markets. It is as if they have arrived car

Pressure piling on Samson, Gaikwad as CSK search for two points

Chennai, April 10: The seasoned opening duo of Sanju Samson and Ruturaj Gaikwad will be under immense pressure to perform as Chennai Super Kings

BCCI mulls age cap for IPL players

New Delhi, April 10: In what could signal a significant shift in the landscape of the Indian Premier League, the Board of Control for Cricket in

Punjab Kings face faltering SRH

Mullanpur, April 10: A plucky Punjab Kings will back themselves against a star studded yet inconsistent Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Indian Premier

Ayush stuns Christie to enter semifinals

Ningbo (China), April 10: Indias Ayush Shetty produced the biggest win of his career, stunning world No. 4 Jonatan Christie of Indonesia to enter

Bollywood actors, from left, Tamannaah Bhatia, Adivi Sesh and Mrunal Thakur pose for photographers during the special screening of film Dacoit: Ek Prem Katha, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, on Thursday. (PTI)

US-Iran set for ceasefire parleys; Netanyahu approves Lebanon talks

DUBAI, April 10: Negotiators from Iran and the United States are preparing for high-level talks aimed at reinforcing a fragile ceasefire, even as

Vishvanath wins as India caps campaign with five gold medals

Ulaanbaatar (Mongolia), April 10: India capped off a memorable Asian Boxing Championships campaign with Vishvanath Suresh clinching the medal gol

BSF jawan killed in unprovoked firing in Manipurs Ukhrul

ConstableMithun Mandal who hailed from West Bengal, succumbed to his bullet injury at RIMS Hospital, Imphal

EC rejects TMC pick's nomination for subsisting contract with govt

The Election Commission has cancelled Trinamool Congress candidate Abhinav Bhattacharya's nomination for Krishnanagar North due to a conflict of

Tamil Nadu voter deleted from electoral roll reminds Supreme Court of promise to protect in case of mass exclusion

The petitioner, C. Geetha, said her name had been a mainstay in the States electoral roll over the years; she was even intending to contest as an

Arun shifted, Modak appointed Chennai Police Commissioner

Discontinue Ladki Bahin if government doesnt have funds for pension: Bombay HC

Ministers, including Shiv Senas Sanjay Shirsat, have complained of budget diversions to fund the Mahayuti governments flagship scheme

Legally married, currently separated, says actor-BJP pick on marital status

BJP MLA Hiraan Chattopadhyay's nomination affidavit reveals he is 'legally married; currently separated' from Anindita, who previously accused hi

Kargil hero Sonam Wangchuk dead; Rajnath hails son of Ladakh

Kargil war hero Colonel Sonam Wangchuk, a Maha Vir Chakra recipient, has passed away. Celebrated as a proud son of Ladakh, his gallantry during O

Federal court hears new case against Trump's latest global tariffs

The judges intensely questioned lawyers for both the plaintiffs and the government about what certain terms mean, including what precisely the te

Proud moment as Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos celebrate son Joaquin Consuelos Broadway debut in NYC

Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos proudly supported their son Joaquin Consuelos as he made his Broadway debut in Death of a Salesman in New York City

Army delayed strike during Op Sindoor at terror camps to respect namaz, reveals General Dwivedi

Indian Army chief General Upendra Dwivedi revealed Operation Sindoor's strike was deliberately delayed last year. Commanders ensured the operatio

Deleted from Bengal rolls & added to Bihar list: TMC worker

A Trinamool worker from West Bengal alleges his name was deleted from the state's electoral roll and inexplicably added to Bihar's voter list. Kr

An alternativeproposal onViksit Bharat ShikshaAdhisthanBill

State Higher Education Councils should be represented on the three councils envisaged under the Bill

West Bengal elections: Owaisi dumps Kabir after sting video on 'Rs 1k crore BJP deal'

AIMIM has ended its electoral alliance with Humayun Kabir's AUJP following a sting video allegedly showing Kabir discussing a Rs 1,000-crore deal

IPL 2026 | Struggling CSK takes on DC, looks to snap losing streak

Though Chennai Super Kings mascot is a lion, Ruturaj Gaikwad and his men might need to invoke a similar spirit to revive their faltering IPL-19 c

Lebanon Says Israel Talks To Take Place Next Week In Washington

Lebanon's presidency said on Friday that a meeting would be held with Israel in Washington next week to discuss a ceasefire in the Israel-Hezboll

Quote of the Day by Sean Connery: 'Love may not make the world go...'Inspiring quotes by the legendary actor best known for his portrayal of the iconic original James Bond

Sean Connery, the iconic original James Bond, shared a profound quote: Love may not make the world go round, but I must admit that it makes the r

Tax deadline 2026: How to get a tax filing extension and avoid penalties

Tax season is here in the US and many people may not finish filing on time. A tax extension gives extra months to file returns, but taxes must st

'Copycat manifesto', BJP never delivers on its promises: TMC

Bengal's ruling TMC has labelled the BJP's election manifesto a copycat document, questioning the saffron party's track record on fulfilling prom

Lebanon says first contact with Israel held ahead of U.S.-brokered talks

After 2023 Delhi Flood Chaos, 40-Year-Old Drain Opened To Fix Waterlogging

Authorities in Delhi have opened up a 40-year-old covered stretch of the Delhi Gate drain, a move seen as crucial to tackling chronic waterloggin

Pakistan PM Says US, Iran Leadership to Attend Islamabad Talks

Iran also called for its assets frozen abroad because of US sanctions to be unblocked.

Day after Vijay's unreleased film leaks online, TVK blames rivals

TVK party blames Union minister L Murugan and Tamil Nadu's deputy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin for the online leak of actor Vijay's unreleased film 'Jan

Those deleted from rolls 'anti-nationals', says Bengal BJP neta

Former state BJP chief Dilip Ghosh labelled over 90 lakh people removed from Bengal's electoral rolls as 'anti-nationals'. He challenged Trinamoo

No notices for code violations, EC now goes for FIRs straight

The Election Commission has issued no model code of conduct notices during ongoing polls, opting instead for FIRs for serious violations. This sh

Kamala Harris mocks Donald Trump on foreign policy, video goes viral

Kamala Harris drew widespread attention after criticizing President Donald Trumps foreign policy during a speech at the National Action Network c

Migratory birds pose huge risk to flights, says wildlife body, rejects greenfield international airport plan in Puri

Existing evidence indicates a high risk of bird strikes as the Chilika Lake, located close to the proposed airport site, hosts thousands of migra

Kin try to give Veerappan a Robin Hood aura, join fray as 'defenders of Tamil nationalism'

Veerappan's daughter Vidhyarani and widow Muthulakshmi are entering electoral politics. They aim to portray the late forest brigand as a protecto

Lakes, Roads, Parks In City Get Facelift

The CMC has also begun identifying large open spaces for the development of outdoor sports complexes and theme parks.

Quote of the day by Hugh Jackman: 'The longer it takes you to become successful, the harder it will be...' Life lessons on marriage, success and happiness by Australian actor known for playing Wolverine

Quote of the day by Hugh Jackman highlights the value of patience and long-term success. The message explains how slow growth builds strong resul

DEECET Applications Close April 15

Candidates can edit details on April 17 and 18, and may contact 8317567404 during working hours for queries.

Bengal, with its polarised minority vote, makes Hindutva & security good poll planks, feels BJP

BJP's Bengal manifesto champions Hindutva and national security, promising a crackdown on infiltrators and implementing Uniform Civil Code. It al

TSMSAT 2026 On April 19

Candidates appearing for Class VI will write the exam from 10 am to 12 noon in the forenoon session, while students of Classes VII to X will take

RBI's Utkarsh 2.0 places focus on better service

The plan places emphasis on improving customer service and financial inclusion, alongside efforts to strengthen market infrastructure and pricing

'I'm going to use the F-word...': Kamala Harris MOCKS President Trumps supporters in Congress

I Look at the Ball, Not the Bowler: Sooryavanshi on Tackling Bumrah, Hazlewood

Having seen instant superstardom, Sooryavanshi said that his feet are firmly rooted to the ground with his father Sanjiv and RR support Romi Bhin

US' Russian oil waiver set for an extension

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent met with Trump in the White House on Thursday to talk about extending the waiver, and they agreed it was a go

Self-Styled Godman Rampal Released In 2014 Haryana Violence Case

Rampal had filed an appeal against an order dated September 25, 2025, of a court in Hisar, dismissing his bail plea.

Dr RML Function Hall Opens In Goshamahal

The foundation stone for the project had been laid by former Home Minister, the late Nayini Narasimha Reddy.

55 workers, including 20 women, arrested for Manesar violence over wage hike

Cerberus Capital's Indranil Ghosh quits to join Apollo Global

Cerberus Capital, with a $1-billion-plus India loan book, is amongst the largest financiers of bonds issued by Shapoorji Pallonji group companies

Students to get textbooks by April 20: Sood

14 lakh tons of silt cleared, half of desilting work complete: Parvesh

JNU considers 5% admission quota for employees children

JCB driver held after two bodies found on DDA land

Adele's Acting Debut: Can the music icon conquer hollywood in 'Cry to Heaven'?

Singer Adele is venturing into acting with her debut in the film Cry to Heaven. This move follows her successful Las Vegas residency. Reports sug

Off the boil: examining Varun Chakaravarthys sudden downturn

Until recently, the mystery spinner was the worlds top-ranked T20I bowler. But since the Super Eights at the 2026 T20 World Cup, the 34-year-olds

IT rules draft: Feedback deadline pushed to April 29

The move to potentially place content generated by online users under the same scrutiny and treatment as those in place for publishers has proven

How Lamine Yamal became the face of post-Messi Barcelona

After powering the club to the domestic treble last season, the boy wonder has helped drive the Blaugrana to the top of LaLiga and into the Champ

Without naming Israel, India regrets Lebanon civilian deaths

India expressed deep concern over significant civilian casualties in recent Israeli strikes on Lebanon, following a US-Iran ceasefire. As a UNIFI

Quote of the day by Grace Kelly: 'I would like to be remembered as' Life lessons on meaning & purpose from Hollywoods Golden Age icon and Princess of Monaco

Quote of the day by Grace Kelly: Grace Kellys Quote of the Day reflects her timeless philosophy on life, meaning, and purpose, emphasizing kindne

Environmental pollution remains a major concern in this industrial zone

Bolsteringdeterrence through submarine dominance

Given the changing nature of warfare, it is essential to strengthen deterrence capabilities across land, air, and sea

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

The Hindu Education Plus will host a two-day Career Counselling Fair in Chennai on April 11 and 12

Turning up: On high turnout in Kerala, Assam, Puducherry polls

Voter enthusiasm is a sign of a healthy democracy

Harry Potter fans, rejoice! Full movie rankings and where to stream them in 2026

The Harry Potter film series remains one of the most popular fantasy franchises in cinema history, spanning the journey from Harrys arrival at Ho

Congress Holds High-Level Meet, Discusses Middle East War, Policy Issues

The discussions focused on proposed changes to the women's reservation law, the upcoming delimitation exercise, and the evolving situation in the

J&K: Two grenades found in mystery box in Rajouri

Security forces discovered a suspected IED-type box with two grenades in Rajouri's Sunderbani belt. This incident followed the detention of a sch

Kamala Harris says she might run for president in 2028, sparks fresh speculation

Kamala Harris has sparked new talk about the 2028 presidential race after saying she may consider running again. She shared her thoughts during a

189 Rowdy-Sheeters Test Positive for Drugs

These tests were carried out at Osmania General Hospital (OGH), Gandhi Hospital and the Government Hospital for Mental Care, Erragadda.

Raut Backs Kamra In Shinde Parody Row

Kamra has been served with a breach of privilege notice over his satirical song, in which he has called Eknath Shinde gaddar (traitor). Kamras so

Cold storage, welfare board for lorry drivers, more bus services prominent demands in Namakkal

In the four-cornered fight for the Egg Town of Namakkal, demands like government cold storage facility for small-scale poultry farmers, avian flu

Supreme Court of India seeks replies on 28% IGST plea on phone batteries

The Supreme Court is examining a customs department appeal. It seeks higher taxes on imported lithium-ion batteries for mobile phones. Manufactur

Beyond the marks: How II PU toppers overcame challenges

NOTE: Please give byline to intern -- Pratyusha Srivastav

Samay Raina's 'Still Alive' turns pain into power: Comeback that made the internet laugh, cry, and reflect

Samay Raina made a comeback with his YouTube special Still Alive, a raw and emotional set that blends humour with personal struggles.

Following crow death, GCC sends teams to public park

More than 120 bonsai trees and suiseki stones on display at two-day exhibition

Rebuilding ties: On India engaging with Turkiye and Azerbaijan

India must approach foreign relations with more pragmatism, less emotion

Medical student dies in Tiruvallur

Over two crore names deleted as final list released in U.P. SIR exercise

The deletions represent 13.21% of the total voters in the State before the SIR process commenced in October 2025; final list comprises 13,39,84,7

People living with HIV/AIDS put forward demands to all political parties

Stone hurled at TVK candidate campaign vehicle in Arumbakkam

Sopore stray dog attack: 8-year-old killed; over 2 lakh dog bite cases reported in J&K

An eight-year-old girl was mauled to death by stray dogs in Sopore, triggering outrage among locals who blamed civic authorities for inaction.

Where a government school meets private aspirations

Scenes of long queues and high demand mark a remarkable shift as Komatireddy Pratheek Government School in Nalgonda draws overwhelming parental i

Falling at feet to seek blessings is part of Tamil Nadu culture, asserts Palaniswami

He was responding to criticism by DMK leader and Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin

Shoe-doffing: From tradition to health & hygiene

During a temple gathering, an IAS officer experienced backlash online for hesitating to take off his shoes, sparking a discussion on the changing

Nitish Kumar takes oath as Rajya Sabha member; here's what makes it a milestone

Nitish Kumar took oath as a Rajya Sabha member on Friday, marking a major shift in his decades-long political career. Having been elected unoppos

Firmly oppose the targeting of civilians and infrastructure in West Asia conflict, says Jaishankar

IOR Ministers in Mauritius, for conference overshadowed this year by the US-Israel war with Iran and peace talks

Dummy EVM units, visiting cards with ex-Ministers photo seized in Chennai

DMK Orathanadu candidate R. Vaithilingam, a former AIADMK Minister, had joined the party a few months ago

Mamata Banerjee's sole objective is to make her nephew next Bengal CM: Amit Shah at Bengal poll rally

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has criticized West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. He accused her of promoting dynastic politics and focusi

Ai+ launches Nova 2, Nova 2 Ultra, Nova Flip & more; prices foldable competitively

Ai+ Smartphone has launched its Nova Series, featuring three 5G devicesNova 2, Nova 2 Ultra, and Nova Flipeach designed to cater to different use

Ashoka vs Qin Shi Huang: Two contrasting paths to unity and empire-building

More than two millennia ago, leaders Qin Shi Huang in China and Ashoka in India confronted the vital issue of creating unity within their realms.