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Under global spotlight, Australia plays hardball on social media ban

A spokesperson for Communications Minister Anika Wells said she had not toughened her stance due to global attention, declining to comment furthe

Watermelon in my sharbat at Madurai roadside shops

Choose your pick from milk, nannari, elaneer or watermelon, as sharbat shops across the city offer refreshing fruity flavours, served in colourfu

Ahead of Greek social media ban, parents desperate to separate children from phones

At the EU-funded Greek Safer Internet Centre in Athens, calls to a helpline which offers support to child victims of cyberbullying more than doub

Oil prices surge while Asian share prices rise moderately

Benchmark U.S. crude rose 11.4% to $111.54 a barrel. The price of Brent crude, the international standard, jumped 7.8% to $109.03 per barrel

Congress MLA Rajendra Bharti disqualified from MP Assembly after conviction in cheating case

Following deliberations on the issue on Thursday (April 2) night, the Vidhan Sabha authorities issued a notification annulling Mr. Bhartis member

Cloudy skies in Delhi; AQI poor

The maximum temperature is expected to touch 33 degrees Celsius

Traffic Movement Restricted On GawranMargan-Warwan Route; Advisory Issued For April 3

Kokernag, Apr 3: The Sub Divisional Magistrate Kokernag on Friday issued an advisory regulating vehicular movement on the Gawran towards Margan-W

Blast Outside Punjab BJP Office In Chandigarh: Two Suspects Identified

Chandigarh, Apr 3: Two suspects in the blast outside the Punjab BJP headquarters here have been identified, a senior official of the Chandigarh p

Maharashtra doctors death: Accused suspended policeman Gopal Badane granted bail

Gopal Badane filed bail application with court arguing that he was falsely implicated in the alleged crime and he had met the victim in the cours

Andhra Guv, Naidu, Jagan extend Good Friday greetings

The Governor said Good Friday signifies the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of humanity's sins and the promise of salvatio

26-year-old Bihar techie found dead at Hyderabad apartment, she got married just two months back

Police have taken the husband of a 26-year-old software engineer who was found hanging from a ceiling fan in the hall of her flat in Hyderabad. P

Kharg Island: How even the Portuguese, Dutch, and British empires failed to control a small island now in the US crosshairs

Kharg Island, a strategically vital Persian Gulf location, has repeatedly attracted global powers due to its deep waters and role in Iran's oil e

US returns Chinese drug fugitive in rare extradition: Report

The United States has repatriated a Chinese national suspected of drug smuggling and trafficking to China. This marks a significant development i

ACB Searches Detect Irregularities at Warangal SRO Office

During the searches, 20 unauthorized agents and document writers were found present in the office. An unaccounted amount of Rs.47,450 was seized

US Lawmakers Propose Bill to Secure Taiwans Undersea Cables Amid Rising Threats from China

Washington, April 3: A bipartisan group of U.S. senators has introduced a bill aimed at securing Taiwans undersea cables and critical infrastruct

IPL 2026: Abhishek Sharma fined 25 per cent of match fee for showing dissent at umpire's decision

Sunrisers Hyderabad's Abhishek Sharma faced a penalty. He was fined 25 percent of his match fees and received one demerit point. This action foll

Trump's White House ballroom gets final approval days after a judge ordered a halt to construction

A key agency has approved President Donald Trump's White House ballroom plan. This comes despite a judge ordering a halt to construction. The Nat

Japan's order for Tomahawk missiles delayed by US use in Iran, Bloomberg News says

Japan's planned acquisition of hundreds of Tomahawk missiles from the United States is encountering delays. Washington has informed Tokyo that de

Does Iran have a path to the bomb?

Iran is a nuclear-capable state; in the event Israel strikes it with a nuclear weapon, it could retaliate but how quickly is a separate question

Cook from Bihar murdered by hotel owner and others in Sagar

He was suspected of stealing money from the hotel

Unseasonal Rain and Fog Transform Weather in Sinnar

Mumbai, April 3: The weather in Sinnar, a region in Nashik district, has taken an unexpected turn. Typically known for its intense heat, April ha

Eight killed, 95 injured as US-Israeli strikes hit Iran`s B1 Bridge

Reports indicated that those affected included travellers, local villagers, and families who were outdoors observing Nature Day. The presence of

8 Tested Positive for Drugs in Kondapur Pub Raid

After examining the pub premises, they conducted a test on 64 people. Of them, eight tested positive: Police

Indian Stock Market Closed on Good Friday, Trading Resumes Monday

Mumbai, April 3: The Indian stock market is closed today, April 3, 2026, in observance of Good Friday. Both the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and t

V-P, PM Recall Jesus' Sacrifice on Good Friday

May this day further deepen the values of harmony, compassion and forgiveness. May brotherhood and hope guide us all, he said.

White House set to release Trump's budget 2027 with major increase in defense spending

President Donald Trump's 2027 budget prioritizes military spending, proposing a substantial boost for the Pentagon. This plan signals a shift awa

Who is Todd Blanche, the former Trump lawyer whos the Presidents pick for acting attorney general

Before picking Todd Blanche to help lead and now run the Justice Department, President Donald Trump was his client

Assam Elections: Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren predicts tea tribe vote shift to JMM

Assam Elections: Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren predicted a shift in the tea tribe-Adivasi vote towards Jharkhand Mukti Morcha. He campaig

Australia Refuses to Negotiate Drug Subsidy Amid U.S. Tariff Pressure

Canberra, April 3: The Australian government has firmly stated that it will not alter its drug subsidy program despite pressure from the United S

When jobless children break parents: Study flags hidden mental health crisis

Unemployment of adult children linked to rising depression risk among older Indians

CBSE issues advisory against misleading claims about QR codes on exam papers

The board clarified that the QR codes are part of internal systems and are not designed to function as direct internet hyperlinks

From Kolkata to Delhi, Devotees Commemorate Jesus Christ's Sacrifice on Good Friday

In Delhi, devotees also took part in prayers at Sacred Heart Cathedral Church in Gol Dak Khana and St Thomas Church, RK Puram Sector 2, observing

Word of The Day: Selenophile

Discover the 'selenophile,' an individual captivated by the moon's ethereal beauty and tranquil glow. This term, rooted in Greek, describes those

Kishan Reddy urges private investment in coal gasification; outlines 8,500Cr Cabinet plan

Chhattisgarhs Unique Water Conservation Model Gains National Attention

Raipur, April 3: Chhattisgarhs Korba district has set a remarkable example in the field of water conservation, gaining recognition across the nat

Christina Marie Plante: Arizona girl who disappeared at 13 found alive after 32 years; what we know so far

Christina Marie Plante: A 13-year-old Arizona girl, Christina Marie Plante, who vanished in 1994 while walking to a horse stable, has been found

U.S. Bill Aims for Permanent Lunar Base by 2030 Amidst Space Race with China

Washington, April 3: A U.S. lawmaker has introduced a bill directing NASA to establish the initial framework for a permanent base on the Moon by

After crash, Tiger Woods told deputy he was 'talking to the president,' body camera shows

Tiger Woods was arrested on DUI charges in Florida after crashing his SUV, with bodycam footage showing him appearing disoriented and failing a s

Gautam Adani Praises CM Yogis Vision for a Developed Uttar Pradesh

New Delhi, April 3: Prominent industrialist and chairman of the Adani Group, Gautam Adani, has commended Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Aditya

Rajnath Singh to Commission Stealth Frigate INS Taragiri in Vizag

Rajnath Singh noted that the commissioning reflects the Indian Navy's sustained focus on strengthening combat readiness and operational might

Is Netanyahu real or AI? | Generative AI warps truth of West Asia war

So how do you prove what's real is real when the line between reality and fabrication has blurred so much in the fog of the West Asia war?

Dalit History Month: writers and artists recommend essential anti-caste books

From Shailaja Paik toAnkitaKawade, powerful works that Indias prominent Dalit writers suggest

Enhanced Security Measures in Chennai Ahead of PM Modis Visit

Chennai, April 3: Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modis arrival, stringent security arrangements have been implemented throughout Chennai. The P

Kerala assembly polls: Telangana CM Revanth Reddy unveils UDF manifesto, calls it the beginning of a 'golden era'

Telangana CM Revanth Reddy launched the UDF manifesto in Kochi, declaring an end to Kerala's 'dark era' and the dawn of a 'golden era.' He critic

Petrol, Diesel price today (April 3): As global oil prices jump, check latest fuel rates in Delhi, Mumbai and other cities

Petrol, Diesel price today: Despite the Brent crude hovering around $ 110 per barrel due to the ongoing Middle East war, the petrol and diesel pr

Petroleum Secretary met State Chief Secretaries, addressed concerns about LPG for autos, migrant workers

The Petroleum Secretary sought states consider targeted distribution of 5 KG FTL cylinder, autos that can run both on petrol, LPG considering usi

Police Encounter with Criminals in Barsana Leads to Arrests and Injuries

Mathura, April 3: In a joint operation early Friday morning, police and the Special Operations Group (SOG) engaged in a shootout with two notorio

U.S. Defense Secretary Orders Army Chief to Retire Amid Pentagon Shakeup

Washington, April 3: U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has ordered Army Chief of Staff General Randy George to retire immediately. Following th

April 4 Panchang: Important Dates and Auspicious Times to Note

New Delhi, April 3: The Panchang holds significant importance in Sanatan Dharma. It determines the days commencement and auspicious or inauspicio

View: Bombing Irans great mosque could cost the world

Iran war: The writer reflects on wartime destruction in London to highlight concerns about ongoing strikes in Iran, especially the historic city

Assembly election LIVE: Judicial officers' gherao fresh flashpoint in TMC-BJP war in West Bengal; EC hands over probe to NIA

Agitation against SIR spread across West Bengal districts on Thursday (April 2, 2026)

Assembly Election highlights: ECI appoints Sandeep Rai Rathore to head Tamil Nadu police

The ECI also appointed Additional Director General of Police Sanjay Kumar, a 1997-batch IPS officer, as the Commissioner of Police, Tambaram and

IPL 2026: SRH Secures Major Victory Over KKR but Misses Top-4 Spot

New Delhi, April 3: In an exciting match on Thursday at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) achieved a significant victory again

The art of dining: Chef Megha Jhunjhunwala on healing, ancestry, and food design

Founder of Hearth & I, Chef Megha Jhunjhunwala, deep dives into gut-led healing, ancestral wisdom, and reimagining food as an intimate, intention

Experimental traffic changes rolled out in Srinagar to ease peak-hour congestion

As part of these efforts, traffic authorities are making temporary adjustments such as closing and reopening specific turns and intersections. Du

Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: The social engineering behind Keralas electoral battle

Parties in the State are once again redrawing invisible lines, competing to secure the trust of communities and set the direction of social chang

QS subject rankings 2026 highlight improving performance of Indian institutions

A record 599 individual subject entries from 99 Indian institutions were featured, marking a year-on-year increase of 12% in subject entries and

How we came to be: Scientists get first look at the evolution of early complex animals

New fossils discovered in Chinas Yunnan province show that complex animal life began millions of years earlier than previously thought, during th

Common Breakfast Mistakes That Can Harm Your Health

New Delhi, April 3: Breakfast is often considered the most important meal of the day. What you eat in the morning can significantly influence you

Punjab Congress leader Khushbaz Jattana dies in road accident in Haryana's Sonipat

In the incident, Jattana and his driver Parminder Singh died, while his gunman sustained injuries, Assistant Commissioner of Police (Rai), Sonipa

Nepal court extends detention of ex-PM Oli in deadly protest probe

Police arrested Mr. Oli and former Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak, a day after Prime Minister Balendra Shah was sworn in following the first electio

'Mediator' Pakistan feels the heat as petrol price breaches PKR 450, diesel goes over 500 due to Middle East war

Pakistan petrol, diesel prices: The petrol price in cash-strapped Pakistan has increased to PKR 458.40 rupees per litre and diesel has breached t

MeeSeva centres in Telangana under scrutiny over overcharging, corruption concerns and agent nexus

Citizens charged up to 100 times official fees, informal networks exploit gaps.

Police Intensifies Action After Blast Outside BJP Office in Chandigarh

Chandigarh, April 3: The police have ramped up their efforts in response to the blast that occurred outside the BJP office in Sector 37, Chandiga

Pakistan's response to any attack would be 'swift, calibrated and decisive': Khawaja Asif on Rajnath Singhs remarks

Recalling the four-day conflict in May, the Pakistani Minister said that history was a stark reminder that miscalculation has consequences

India AI Startup Sarvam Raises Funds At $1.5 Billion Valuation

Sarvam took a starring role at Prime Minister Narendra Modi's AI summit in February, unveiling an AI model that is tailored to the languages and

Video: A Doll's Funeral In Gaza Shows How War Has Reached Its Youngest

Between October 7, 2023, and January 5, 2025, a total of 42,200 women, children and elderly people were killed. They made up 56% of all violent d

CBSE Issues Advisory On QR Codes In Question Papers Amid Viral Online Claims

CBSE Board Exams 2026: The advisory comes in the wake of recent incidents where QR codes in CBSE exams went viral on social media for reasons unr

Iran War Shock: Why 'Diversified' Portfolios May Still Lose Money in 2026

Investment Guidelines: If your portfolio is sitting mostly in the wrong sectors, you feel the pain -- even if you think you are diversified.

EC publishes 8th supplementary list in West Bengal, disposes 52 lakh cases

The Election Commission has completed verification for over 52 lakh voters in West Bengal. Work continues for nearly 8 lakh more applicants. The

Iran retains significant missile capability despite US-Israel strikes: Reports

Intelligence assessments cited by CNN say Iran still retains a large share of its missile and drone capabilities despite weeks of US-Israeli stri

Back off, and let Pujaa live her life

Is Pujarini Pradhan aka @lifeofpujaa an industry plant or authentic influencer? Well, why cant she be both? We may want authenticity, but we all

US Allies Work On Plan B For Hormuz Strait If Trump Walks Away

Trump has strongly criticised North Atlantic Treaty Organization countries for being unwilling to deploy their own militaries to the waterway --

90-year-old woman alleges land-grab under LPS, seeks Jagans help

Nelluri Seshagiriamma claims that her land has been taken under the pretext of land pooling, and that she has neither been fairly compensated nor

Ajinkya Rahane Hits Back at Critics After IPL 2026 Setback

Kolkata, April 3: In an intense match at Eden Gardens on Thursday, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) faced a 65-run defeat against Sunrisers Hyderabad

Teenager brings loaded gun to restaurant, arrested; faces 50 charges linked to intimate partner violence case; details inside

A teenager, Connor James Tobin, is facing more than 50 charges. He allegedly brought a loaded gun to an Eastern Passage restaurant. Police later

USIran War Day 35 Updates: No end in sight as Iran vows 'crushing' attacks, Strait of Hormuz remains blocked

The Middle East conflict intensifies as Iran continues its strikes, impacting regional stability and global energy markets. US President Trump cl

Jan Vishwas Bill 'giant step' for ease of living, business: Shah

US miltary hasnt even started destroying Iran Trump warns 'bridges next, then power plants' as B1 bridge strike toll mounts

US President Donald Trump has issued a stark warning regarding potential strikes on Iran's bridges and electric power plants. This comes as US-Is

Keralam Assembly polls 2026: CM Pinarayi Vijayan unveils LDF manifesto

The document was released by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan

IIM Visakhapatnam achieves global BGA accreditation for five years

The accreditation highlights the institutes dedication to its mission: identifying opportunities, innovating solutions, and creating meaningful s

Pakistan Hikes Petrol Prices By 43%, Diesel Up By 55% Amid US-Iran War

The US-Israel war on Iran, launched on February 28, has plunged the Middle East into conflict, with Iranian retaliatory strikes hitting targets a

Respecting public infra is every citizens duty

Every peoples representative said that it is important that people get involved when trying to change their area

Veteran geologist Rajasekhar Reddy appointed State co-convener of INTACH Andhra Pradesh

The appointment is for a three-year term, effective until March 26, 2029

AI-powered machine sorts used clothes, tackles synthetic textile waste

The Fastsort-Textile machine was one of Time magazines Best Inventions of 2025.

Kaalidas 2 movie review: One good twist cannot save this tedious thriller

Bharath stars in a meandering thriller whose final twist only lays bare its contrived and hollow core

Indias defence exports hit record Rs 38,424 crore in 2025-26

The big jump in the defence exports reflected the growing global trust in Indias indigenous defence capabilities, Union Defence Minister Singh sa

Indian Army recruitment deadline extended to April 10

David Warner's Sanjiv Goenka Moment In Pak League, Later A Clarification

David Warner had an awkward moment with his teammates and team director after the conclusion of the Karachi Kings vs Pindiz match in PSL 2026.

War will continue till US suffers humiliation, says Irans Army Chief

He did not mention the possibility of sending US ground troops into Iran.