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Celebrating Baisakhi: A Festive Fusion Across India

New Delhi, April 13: India is a land of diversity, with each state celebrating unique customs and traditions. This rich tapestry of culture sets

Strikes on alleged drug boats kill 5, leave 1 survivor in eastern Pacific, says U.S. military

U.S. Southern Command said it targeted the alleged drug traffickers along known smuggling routes

EU weighing tighter regulation for OpenAI under Digital Services Act

OpenAI has published user numbers for ChatGPT above the 45 million DSA threshold for designation, Commission spokesman Thomas Regnier said

IMF chief warns global monetary system not ready for AI cyber threats

Kristalina Georgieva's comments came a day before the International Monetary Fund and World Bank kick off their annual spring meetings

OpenAI identifies security issue involving third-party tool, says user data was not accessed

OpenAI said on Friday it had identified a security issue involving a third-party developer tool called Axios

McIlroy falters, shares Masters lead with surging Young

A chaotic afternoon at Augusta National saw both men plunk key shots into water on the back nine but finish level atop the leaderboard on 11-unde

CBSEs future-ready AI curriculum: But are students ready?

PM Modi to Engage with Tamil Nadu BJP Workers Ahead of Assembly Elections

Chennai, April 13: As the assembly elections in Tamil Nadu draw near, political activities are intensifying. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will en

Badminton Asia Championships: Ayush signs off with silver

Ayush Shetty struggled to find his rhythm, going down 8-21, 10-21 to the reigning world champion from China, as India's 61-year wait for a men's

DDA Launches Heritage Week to Promote Delhis Cultural Legacy

New Delhi, April 13: The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) will kick off its Heritage Week program today in collaboration with the Archaeological

Assembly Elections 2026 LIVE: Alliance only for elections; ideology is permanent, says Edappadi K. Palaniswami

Campaigning in Kanniyakuamri, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) president C. Joseph Vijay announced that every family in the State would be provided

Krishna Vamana Dwadashi: Auspicious Moments and Rahu Kaal to Note

New Delhi, April 13: According to the Hindu calendar, Krishna Vamana Dwadashi is celebrated approximately fifteen days after Vamana Dwadashi, whi

Honoring the Martyrs of Jallianwala Bagh: A Tribute from President Murmu and PM Modi

New Delhi, April 13: The nation pays tribute to the immortal freedom fighters who sacrificed their lives at Jallianwala Bagh. On this occasion, P

Watch: Netanyahu: We have thwarted the threat of invasion from Lebanon

Cummings free-kick seals late win for Mohun Bagan against Punjab FC

The result sees Mohun Bagan move up to second in the standings with 17 points, keeping the pressure on league leaders Mumbai City FC, while Punja

Tamil Nadu Cyber Crime Investigates Jana Nayakan Leak, Six Arrested

Chennai, April 13: The leak of the upcoming political action thriller film Jana Nayakan, starring Thalapathy Vijay, has become a significant issu

Expanding Schemes for the Underprivileged, Inspired by Ambedkars Ideals: CM Yogi

Lucknow, April 13: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath made a significant announcement ahead of the birth anniversary of Bharat Ratna Dr

Those hit by SIR deletions may see their other rights diluted: Prashant Bhushan

Concerns are rising over the removal of nearly 91 lakh voters from West Bengal's electoral rolls. Prominent figures like Prashant Bhushan and Yog

Political spotlight turns to Jadavpur as West Bengal polls near

Ahead of the West Bengal Assembly elections, Jadavpur remains a crucial urban constituency in Kolkata, shaped by its Left legacy, TMC dominance,

UK regulators rush to assess risks of latest Anthropic AI model: Report

Anthropic has said the model is being deployed as part of Project Glasswing, a controlled initiative under which select organisations are permitt

Baisakhi 2026 today or tomorrow? Check Vaisakhi date, timings, significance, and how is it related to Jallianwala Bagh massacre

Baisakhi 2026 date: Vaisakh, the festival of harvest and one of the most celebrated festivals for the Sikh community, will be celebrated tomorrow

Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury returns to state politics, faces incumbent BJP MLA Subrata Maitra in fight for survival at Berhampore

Congress heavyweight Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury is set to return to state politics after two and a half decades, facing Bharatiya Janata Party incumb

Punjab Chief Minister Pays Tribute to Jallianwala Bagh Martyrs, Calls for a Dream Punjab

Chandigarh, April 13: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has paid homage to the martyrs who sacrificed their lives at Jallianwala Bagh in Amrits

Irans Trust is Key for U.S. to Navigate Current Challenges: Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf

Tehran, April 13: Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, the Speaker of Irans Parliament, stated that the only way for the United States to navigate its current

Salman Khurshid calls for peace as US-Iran talks end in deadlock

Congress leader Salman Khurshid urged continued dialogue and peace after talks between the United States and Iran ended in a deadlock; here is mo

'Will not be able to sell oil...': Trump says Iran 'desperate' as Hormuz blockade looms

ISL: Determined Bagan overcomes Punjabs challenge in thriller

The win lifts the Kolkata giant to the second spot with 17 points in eight matches, behind Mumbai City FC

Asha Bhosle's Last Rites to Be Held with State Honours in Shivaji Park

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis paid last respects to Bhosle at her residence on Sunday evening and offered floral tributes.

Australia Calls for Strait of Hormuz to Be Open to All

Australias Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says Canberra has received no request to assist in a U.S. blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and calls f

Ships with Iran oil anchor off India as Trump announces blockade

Iranian crude oil is arriving in India after seven years. Two supertankers are now off Indian ports. This comes as the US tries to stop Iran's oi

Karnataka Congress MLAs Visit Delhi To Demand Cabinet Reshuffle

Karnataka Congress MLAs hold talks in Delhi demanding cabinet reshuffle.

2 Hazara minority community members killed in Pakistan's Balochistan

Two Hazara men were killed in Quetta, Balochistan. Unidentified gunmen on motorcycles opened fire on their vehicle. Three others were injured in

Six killed, seven injured in horrific bus-truck collision on Dhaulana-Gulawati road in Uttar Pradesh's Hapur

A tragic road accident occurred in Hapur, Uttar Pradesh. A bus carrying wedding guests collided with a truck on the Dhaulana-Gulawati road. Six p

Iran's In Bad Shape, Desperate: Trump After Failed Islamabad Talks

The US military will begin implementing a blockade of all maritime traffic entering and exiting Iranian ports in the Strait of Hormuz today at ar

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Rockets to $629 Million Worldwide at the Box Office

Paul Dergarabedian, the head of marketplace trends for Comscore, said its a very respectable hold.

Khazipet murder case: mother of accused claims his innocence

Addressing the media in Khazipet of Kadapa district on Sunday, Ms. Sujatha claimed that she was not aware of her sons relationship with the minor

US-Iran Talks Failed Inches Away From Deal In Islamabad. Tehran Tells Why

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian also echoed Abbas Araghchi's stance, saying a diplomatic breakthrough with Washington is still possible if th

Passengers Protest as Damaged Private Bus Sent for Journey Without Windshield

Drivers reckless well wear helmets remark sparks outrage; police seize accident-hit vehicle

Petrol, Diesel price today (April 13): As Diesel, ATF export duties see hike, check fuel rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and other cities

Petrol, Diesel price today: The prices of petrol and diesel have remained steady despite the ongoing tensions in West Asia. Recently, the governm

Opinion: Opinion | Failed Iran-US Talks Show Limits Of Pakistan's Peace Push

An ambitious coalition of nations, led by Pakistan and backed by China, alongside Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Egypt, got Washington and Tehran to th

Prakasam Collector directs officials to replicate Palle Nidra village night stay across mandals

Prakasam Collector P. Raja Babu directs RDOs and Tahsildars to adopt the Palle Nidra programme across mandals after a village night stay in Darsi

US military says 5 killed, 1 survivor in latest drug boat strikes

The US military said Sunday it had killed five more people on boats alleged to be trafficking drugs in the eastern Pacific, with one person survi

US to enforce maritime blockade on Iran from April 13, says CENTCOM

United States Central Command announced a maritime blockade on Iran starting April 13, following orders from Donald Trump, escalating regional te

Poll-bound Tamil Nadu among top performers in many indicators | Data

The States performance exceeds the national average across various social and education-related indicators; however, it is a mixed bag in other i

CBSE Class 10, 12 Results 2026 Date And Time LIVE: Class 10 Result Soon, Class 12 To Follow

CBSE Results 2026 LIVE: While CBSE has not confirmed an official date, the results may be released anytime soon. Last year, the board declared bo

Irans President Calls for Respect of Rights in U.S. Negotiations

Tehran, April 13: Iranian President Masoud Pajeshkian has indicated that Tehran is open to reaching an agreement with the United States. He empha

Strait of Hormuz belongs to all nations, says Iran representative amid tensions

Amid rising tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, Irans representative in India Abdul Majid Hakeem Ilahi said the passage belongs to all nations and

Bengalurus public spending puzzle: Govt arms lead expenditure, lag in transparency

Public spending on Bengaluru is estimated at 38,455 crore for 202122, or over 100 crore a day, but the data is not available in a single official

Woman Maoist killed in encounter in Chhattisgarhs Kanker

The face-off comes 12 days after the government declared Chhattisgarh free of armed Maoists on March 31

Mumbai Entrepreneur Says Honesty About Firing Helped Candidate Get Job

Instead of immediately rejecting the candidate, Jain decided to give him a trial project.

Nikki Haley Criticizes US-Iran Talks as a Waste of Time

Washington, April 13: Nikki Haley, a prominent Republican leader of Indian descent, stated that the USs decision to withdraw from talks with Iran

Taiwan detects 7 Chinese naval vessels and 3 ships near its territory

The Taiwan Ministry of National Defence reported detecting seven Chinese naval vessels and three official ships near Taiwan, with no PLA aircraft

'Will you place that letter in public domain...': MK Stalin questions FM Nirmala Sitharaman

The debate between the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin and Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman continues as Stalin asked the Finance Mi

Trump shows himself as a divine healer in a new post amid Iran war. Check image

U.S. President Donald Trump shared an image showing himself as a healer on social media amid tensions in the Iran conflict, shortly after ceasefi

Peru presidential election results delayed after thousands get one-day voting extension

The problems prompted electoral authorities to allow 63,300 residents of Perus capital, Lima, to vote on April 13

Lets work towards preventing a water crisis

A local said that they rely on water tankers at times, with water supply available for barely an hour

Uttar Pradesh: Bus overturns on Yamuna Expressway; 12 injured

A passenger bus travelling on the Yamuna Expressway overturned in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh after the driver lost control, leaving around a dozen pa

No jokes please, were Indian

It is unbecoming of so many young people to spend hours mocking the countrys most honorable politicians online

Tragic Bus-Truck Collision Claims Six Lives in Hapur

Hapur, April 13: A devastating accident occurred in the Dhoulana area of Hapur district, Uttar Pradesh, on Monday morning. A bus carrying wedding

Donald Trump orders naval blockade, oil prices jump nearly by 8 per cent

Global oil prices surged sharply after Donald Trump announced a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz amid the West Asia War, triggering fresh g

Euphoria, Returning for a Third Season, Launched a Generation of New Stars

The actor-director-producer stars as Joe Jackson in the Jackson biopic Michael later this month.

Heatwave alert across Maharashtra as mercury set to rise: IMD

A heatwave alert has been issued across Maharashtra, with temperatures expected to rise by 23C in the coming days. Central and Vidarbha regions a

Supreme Court to Hear Petition for Immediate Implementation of Womens Reservation Bill

New Delhi, April 13: Ahead of the upcoming special session of Parliament, the Supreme Court is set to hear a petition on Monday demanding the imm

R. Madhavan Expresses Disappointment Over Leak of Thalapathy Vijays Jana Nayakan

Mumbai, April 13: Thalapathy Vijays upcoming political action thriller, Jana Nayakan, is making headlines due to its recent leak ahead of its rel

Woman Naxalite killed in encounter in Chhattisgarh's Kanker

A woman Naxalite was killed in an encounter with security forces in Chhattisgarh's Kanker district on Monday. The clash occurred during an anti-N

Russia, Ukraine trade accusations of Orthodox Easter ceasefire violations

Russia and Ukraine traded accusations over ceasefire violations during Orthodox Easter. Both sides reported numerous drone and shelling attacks.

Varuthini Ekadashi 2026: Here's vrat katha, timings, puja rituals, do's and don'ts that Lord Vishnu devotees must know

Varuthini Ekadashi Vrat Katha: Varuthini Ekadashi, one of the most auspicious and significant Hindu festivals, is being observed today and people

PM Modi to address `Nari Shakti Vandan Sammelan` in Delhi on April 13

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the Nari Shakti Vandan Sammelan at Vigyan Bhawan, bringing together women achievers and stakeholders to

'Strait of Hormuz belongs to all, US must leave...': Irans India Envoy rejects Trumps threats

PM Modi to Address National Nari Shakti Vandan Conference in New Delhi

New Delhi, April 13: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the national Nari Shakti Vandan Conference at Vigyan Bhawan in the capital on Mond

PM Modi to Address Nari Shakti Vandan Conference in New Delhi

New Delhi, April 13: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the national-level Nari Shakti Vandan Conference at Vigyan Bhawan in the capital t

3 Killed as Trailer Hits Bike in Udaipur

Udaipur, March 20, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran): A tragic road accident in the Sukher police station area claimed the lives of three bike riders on Sunda

Trumps Hormuz blockade risks piling pain on Asia allies, China

America's move to blockade the Strait of Hormuz threatens Asia's energy-dependent nations. This action could lead to higher oil prices and impact

Devotees Enchanted by Baba Mahakals Divine Adornment on Varuthini Ekadashi

Ujjain, April 13: On the auspicious occasion of Varuthini Ekadashi, the renowned Baba Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain showcased a magnificent ador

US FTC in settlement talks with ad companies in boycott probe, WSJ reports

The US Federal Trade Commission is in talks with major advertising firms. The discussions aim to settle a probe into potential antitrust law viol

Iran Issues Stern Warning Over Hormuz Strait Amid Rising Tensions with the U.S.

Tehran, April 13: Amid escalating tensions with the United States and Israel, Irans navy has issued a strong warning regarding the Hormuz Strait.

Easter truce between Ukraine and Russia ends

The truce lasted 32 hours, from 4:00 p.m. (1300 GMT) on April 11 until the end of the day on April 12

Breaking News Live Updates: 6 dead and several injured in a collision between a bus and a truck on the Dhaulana-Gulawati road in Hapur

Trump Claims Iran Has No Strong Options Left in Ongoing Talks with the U.S.

Washington, April 13: President Donald Trump stated that Irans military strength has significantly weakened, leaving the country with no strong o

Who won yesterday's IPL 2026 Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Mumbai Indians clash? A look at the IPL Points Table after Match 20

Yesterday IPL Match RCB vs MI: Royal Challengers Bangalore registered a dominant win, beating Mumbai by 18 runs in style. Virat Kohli smashed a h

Rethinking education for an AI-driven world; OG Capital bets on execution

Dreamtime Learning is rethinking traditional education through microschools and real-world, personalised learning, while Sayan Ghosh identified a

Iran navy chief calls Trump threat to block Hormuz strait 'ridiculous'

Iran's navy chief Shahram Irani has called US President Donald Trump's threat to blockade the Strait of Hormuz ridiculous. Irani stated that the

Cuba's president warns US against attacking island or trying to depose him

Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel stated the U.S. lacks justification for military action or regime change, warning an invasion would be costly a

Trump orders Strait of Hormuz blockade; 'zero lessons earned,' says Iran's Araghchi

Cubas President warns U.S. against attacking island or trying to depose him

Tensions between Cuba and the U.S. remain high despite both sides acknowledging talks, although no details have been shared

Donald Trump Blasts Pope Leo XIV as Iran War Feud Deepens

Feud over Iran war and nuclear policy intensifies between U.S. president and first American pope

Iran's Nostalgia Warning Over Oil Prices After Trump's Hormuz Blockade Threat

US President Donald Trump has said the American Navy would swiftly begin a blockade of ships entering or leaving the Strait of Hormuz after US-Ir

Former U.S. Secretary of State Warns of Strategic Failure Ahead for America

Washington, April 13: Recent military successes in Washington may lead to significant strategic challenges in the future. Former U.S. Secretary o

Once inspired by Orban, Hungary's Peter Magyar unseats him in landmark election

Peter Magyar's Tisza party has defeated Viktor Orban's Fidesz in Hungary's parliamentary election, ending Orban's 16-year rule. Magyar's pro-Euro

Police say 1 person killed and 6 injured in shooting at a Chick-fil-A in New Jersey

In a tragic incident on Saturday night, a shooting at a Chick-fil-A in Union, New Jersey, left one person dead and six others injured. Investigat