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U.S. charges governor of Mexican state of Sinaloa with drug trafficking

Mexicos Sinaloa State Governor Ruben Rocha on April 29, denied U.S. Justice Department allegations of links to the Sinaloa Cartel, labeling the c

A short video helps science reporting, but not Indias newsroom realities

A brief intervention, in the form of a seven-minute-long video, was found to improve journalists ability to craft accurate science headlines

Rare flamingo sighting in Nashik as sanctuary turns pink in April heat

In a rare summer sighting, flamingos arrived at Nandur Madhmeshwar Bird Sanctuary in Nashik, surprising birdwatchers. Officials called it a rare

Brent crude crosses USD 120 as Trump vows to keep Hormuz blockade

Global oil prices jumped over USD 120 after US President Donald Trump announced the naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz will stay in place, ra

Oil prices surge as Trump warns Iran they are choking like a stuffed pig

Brent crude surged above USD 120 after Donald Trump said the Strait of Hormuz blockade would continue, calling it more effective than bombing. Ec

PBP EcoAqua, India's Leader in Sustainable In-House Bottled Water Solutions, Forays into East Africa

Progressive Business Partnership (PBP)’s PBP EcoAqua , a homegrown success story in providing sustainable in-house glass bottled water solu

James Comey will be given 'every opportunity' to defend his case: Todd Blanche

Vijay Leads over Stalin as Preferred CM in Tamil Nadu: Survey

During the survey, it was noticed that Vijays rising appeal is largely driven by strong support from young and first-time voters

Carnatic violinistJyotsnaSrikanth to re-release Bangalore Dreams

The JyotsnaCarnatic Jazz Trio will be performing at The Humming Tree this weekend

TVK Vijay Mirrors Pawan Kalyans Political Optics? Visuals Spark Debate

A leading producer recently pointed out that Vijay appears to be adopting a campaign style that closely resembles the template earlier establishe

Pakistan Army launches strikes along Afghanistan border; Taliban urges end to clashes

Pakistan Army has intensified operations along the Afghanistan border. Precision strikes targeted Afghan Taliban and TTP Fitna al-Khawarij positi

Manipur CM Yumnam Khemchand Singh appeals to public to maintain harmony

Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh inaugurated five development projects in Langthabal Assembly Constituency. These include water supp

Donald Trump warns Iran: No more Mr Nice Guy

US President Donald Trump has warned Iran of a tougher approach if nuclear negotiations fail to progress, expressing frustration over delays. In

New Delhi: BJPs Pravesh Wahi elected MCD mayor

BJP councillor Pravesh Wahi has been elected as the new mayor of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi after securing 156 votes, with support from I

Chhattisgarh cops detained in Assam over bribery charge

Four Chhattisgarh Police personnel, including an inspector, were detained by Guwahati Police for allegedly demanding and accepting bribes from th

Tehran Stands Firm on Hormuz as Trump Signals Ongoing Blockade

The hardline position advocated by IRGC chief Major General Ahmad Vahidi is now dominant in Tehran, with Iran showing no willingness to concede c

Endangered mountain bongos return to Kenya

Four critically endangered mountain bongos have been brought back to Kenya from a zoo in the Czech Republic as part of conservation efforts. With

China delivers worlds largest car carrier ship

China has delivered the worlds largest car carrier, the Glovis Leader, capable of carrying up to 10,800 vehicles at once. Measuring 754 feet in l

Australia aims to tax tech giants unless they pay news outlets

Australia wants big tech companies to compensate local publishers for sharing articles that drive traffic on their platforms

Telangana SSC Results 2026 Recounting, Reverification And Supplementary Exam Dates Announced

TS SSC Results 2026: Students who wish to apply for rechecking of marks or appear for supplementary exams can now complete the process within the

ICSE, ISC Results 2026 Live Updates: CISCE to release Class 10, 12 results today at results.cisce.org, check how to download and more

SC Dismisses Centre's Plea against Order to Terminate 28-Week Pregnancy of Minor Girl

The court made it clear that its directions were binding and must be implemented without delay at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AI

Six women killed as bus rams van on Gujarat highway

Six women lost their lives and eight others were injured after a private bus rammed into a van from behind on National Highway 48 in Gujarats Sab

NYC Mayor Mamdani says he would encourage King Charles to return the Koh-i-Noor diamond

India has indicated that it will continue to explore ways to bring back the Koh-i-noor from the United Kingdom

Iran unlikely to concede ground on Hormuz as Trump indicates continued blockade: Analysis

Iran maintains a firm stance on its nuclear program and control of the Strait of Hormuz. The United States continues its naval blockade, viewing

CISCE ISC results 2026 direct link: Check how to download scorecard from results.cisce.org, DigiLocker, SMS service and other details

ISC Class 10 Result 2026 Link: The ISC Class 12th results for 2026 will be released today, April 30th, at 11 AM by the Council for the Indian Sch

Google to invest up to $40 billion in AI rival Anthropic

The investment comes just days after e-commerce giant Amazon said it will invest up to $25 billion in the startup, which has managed to stand out

4.1 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Ladakh

Shallow earthquakes are between 0 and 70 km deep; intermediate earthquakes, 70 - 300 km deep; and deep earthquakes, 300 - 700 km deep.

US clears trial for wireless brain implant to treat depression

Motif Neurotech has received US FDA clearance to begin clinical trials of its wireless brain implant designed to treat depression. The device, wh

Israel says 3 Hezbollah fighters killed in Lebanon strikes

Israel said its forces killed three Hezbollah fighters and struck multiple infrastructure sites in southern Lebanon as part of a broader military

Heavy rain forces school shutdown across Mizoram

All schools across several Mizoram districts, including Aizawl, Serchhip, and Lunglei, remained shut for a second day as heavy rain and gusty win

Putin's Extremely Damaging Consequences Warning To Trump In 90-Minute Call

The leaders also discussed the war in Ukraine, now in its fifth year following Russia's invasion of its neighbour in 2022.

Taiwan tops Beijing's agenda for Trump-Xi summit

Taiwan faces uncertainty as U.S. President Trump prepares for a crucial meeting with China's Xi Jinping. Beijing insists Taiwan is central to the

Humanoid robots to handle cargo at Japan airport

Japan Airlines will begin a two-year trial of humanoid robots for cargo and baggage handling at Tokyos Haneda Airport, aiming to ease labour shor

Scorpions reinforce their stingers for added strength

A new study reveals that scorpions reinforce their stingers and pincers with metals like zinc, manganese, and iron to improve strength and sharpn

Sen Murphy raises alarm over alleged Trump plan to steal midterm polls: 'Its happening in courts'

UP: DJ Booked After Loud Wedding Music 'Scares' 140 Chickens to Death

The noise was so intense that the chickens got frightened and died, the complaint read.

SC quashes criminal case against cop due to 35-year delay in trial

'State bifurcation', P 12

The Devil Wears Prada: Meryl Streeps icy sass meets Anne Hathaways ambition. Are fans excited for the sequel?

The Devil Wears Prada has become a cultural phenomenon, beloved even by people who were born years after its release.

Dola's arrest reflects strength of India-Turkiye partnership on terror & transnational criminal networks

India and Turkiye's security cooperation remains strong, evidenced by the recent swift deportation of narco-trafficker Salim Ismailbhai Dola. Dol

Hormuz no more? America's most powerful man may have just renamed it 'Strait of Trump'

Donald Trump has shared a post on Truth Social suggesting the Strait of Hormuz be renamed the 'Strait of Trump'. This move comes amid rising glob

SC: Can't take away right to speedy trial due to gravity of case

IMD forecasts thunderstorms and rainfall in Odisha, providing relief from extreme heat conditions

The IMD said thunderstorms and rain with gusty winds are likely in most districts in Bengal, with heavy rainfall expected in the sub-Himalayan di

PM Modi Expresses Grief Over Bengaluru Wall Collapse, Announces Ex-Gratia for Victims

In a statement on X, the Prime Minister termed the mishap as unfortunate and conveyed condolences to the bereaved families.

Matter of religion is a matter of conscience, not for debate: SC

ICSE, ISC Result 2026 LIVE: CISCE Class 10, 12 Scorecard Out Today At 11 AM

ICSE, ISC Result 2026 LIVE Updates: CISCE Class 10, 12 Result out today, 11 am at cisce.org. Check direct link to download your scorecard here.

Trump Backs UAE's OPEC Exit, Says Move Could Lower Oil Prices

The UAE on Tuesday announced its exit from OPEC and the broader OPEC+ grouping, marking a significant shift in global oil dynamics

4 Chhattisgarh Cops Detained In Guwahati For Taking Bribery From Accused

A police team from Raipur arrived in Guwahati this week in connection with a cyber fraud case registered in Chhattisgarh.

The wait before the break

Build-ups to international debuts make for fascinating stories just like in the case of Sachin Tendulkar, Brian Lara, and even Sir Garry Sobers;

Officialdom could do with lessons in compassion

His sister held an account at a bank. She died two months ago. Her husband and only child died earlier, leaving her brother as her sole surviving

Stock Market LIVE Updates, Sensex Today: Markets Likely To Open In Deep Red As Brent Crude Surges To $120

Stock Market, Sensex, Share Market, Nifty LIVE Updates:

Trump Slams Ex-FBI Chief James Comey Following Indictment Over Cryptic 8647 Post

According to CNN, Comey surrendered to law enforcement on Wednesday and appeared in federal court in the Eastern District of Virginia.

Andhra Pradesh SSC Result 2026 LIVE: BSEAP Class 10 Result Today At 11 AM, Check Latest Updates Here

AP SSC Result 2026 LIVE Updates: Andhra Pradesh Class 10 results will be declared today at 11 am. Check direct link to download, official website

NMC nod to cardiology diploma after years of wait

Air India To Start Hub-And-Spoke International Trials From Varanasi In June

The matter came to light on April 27, three days after the incident. The victim was identified as Nahida Parveen, a resident of Manitola within D

Air India Pilot Dies Of Heart Attack In Bali During Scheduled Rest

The first officer, who was nearly 40 years old, operated a flight from Delhi to Bali on Tuesday, according to an airline official.

Microsoft-OpenAIs open relationship; Tuba Siddiquis personal care brand

Microsoft and OpenAI have announced a significant amendment to their partnership, with the duo moving from being an exclusive couple towards a mo

Kolkata rain today: IMD issues yellow alert as rain, thunderstorms to continue for second day. Check full week's forecast

Kolkata weather update: The residents of Kolkata may see relief from heatwave again as the IMD has forecast rainfall and thunderstorms for Thursd

Trump Signals Ukraine Ceasefire Possibility After Call with Putin

The leaders also discussed Middle East tensions, particularly Irans nuclear program

Andhra Pradesh SSC Result 2026 Releasing Today At 11 AM, Check Official Websites Here

AP SSC Result 2026: BSEAP will announce the Class 10 results today, April 30, at 11 AM. Students can check their AP SSC Marks Memo using their ro

7 buried alive in Bengaluru hospital wall collapse

Sacred Piprahwa relics of Buddha reach Ladakh as Leh marks Buddha Purnima

Piprahwa relics of Buddha arrive in Leh, people gather in huge numbers to pay respect

In Ladakh, the relics will be open for public veneration at Jivetsal from May 2 to May 10; Union Home Minister Amit Shah, along with other Union

Indian Airlines to Resume Qatar Flights After Two-Month Disruption

Passengers have been advised to stay in close contact with airlines for real-time updates on schedules, terminal details and booking status

'Would encourage him to return...': NYC Mayor Mamdani to raise Koh-i-Noor issue with King Charles

Oil Surge and Fed Signals Rattle Bonds as U.S. Stocks Hold Steady

On Wednesday, the price for a barrel of Brent crude for delivery in June, which is getting less trading action than Julys contract, briefly breac

How Musk and Altman are feuding over OpenAIs future in court

The documents filed by both sides on the opening day of trial tell two completely different stories and only one can be true

Morning Digest: Exit polls predict close contest in Bengal, DMK+ lead in T.N.; U.S. Fed holds rates steady even as four officials dissent, and more

Here is a select list of stories to start the day

Israel-Iran war LIVE: Hegseth faces questions about Iran in first congressional appearance since war began

Russian President Vladimir Putin warned Donald Trump against damaging consequences of a new military action in Iran, Kremlin aide told reporters

Trump tariff refunds may finally be in sight as first payouts expected by May 11

The Trump administration is set to issue its first tariff refunds around May 11, following the Supreme Court's ruling that the sweeping duties we

Delhi relaxes wheat procurement norms

To maintain quality balance, it has been specified that broken and slightly broken grains together must not exceed 6%

SEBI appoints Care Ratings to vet performance and risk of market stakeholders

Hegseth Grilled in Congress Over $25B Iran War

The war has cost $25 billion so far, according to Pentagon numbers presented to the House Armed Services Committee

US Supreme Court ruling guts minority vote protections, could redraw political map by 2028

The Supreme Court significantly weakened a key Civil Rights-era law by striking down a majority Black congressional district in Louisiana. This 6

RBI exempts small NBFCs from registration

Announces revised guidelines for relief measures in natural disaster-hit areas

Morning Brief Podcast: SunOrganon: The scope, risks, and future of India's biggest pharma deal

Agrizy unveils phytochemistry R&D Lab

Firm to develop standardised botanical ingredients for global wellness markets.

Quote of the day by Malcolm X, You cant separate peace from freedom because no one can be at peace unless..... A life lesson from a fearless civil rights leader on justice, power, dignity, and why true peace demands freedom today

Quote of the day by Malcolm X: The Malcolm X quote on peace and freedom still hits hard in todays divided world. It is not just a quote. It is a

Nilgiris forest fire totally contained: TN government

Why are US stock market indexes, Dow Jones and S&P 500, down while Nasdaq is up today, and will S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures for tomorrow continue to rise or drop again? Full market explanation after Fed decision and tech earnings

Why are US stock market indexes, Dow Jones and S&P 500, down while Nasdaq is up today, and will S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures for tomorrow continue

Creation of five new districts in Ladakh Area as important as population

Pushp Saraf pushapsaraf@yahoo.com In the late 1990s, the late Ladakh leader P. Namgyal led a delegation from Leh to the then Planning Commission

Exit polls differ on West Bengal, Tamil Nadu; give Assam to BJP, Kerala to Cong

Exit polls suggest a BJP-led alliance victory in Assam and a UDF win in Kerala, potentially leaving the Left out of power in any state. Puducherr

UN Says Iran Has Executed 21, Arrested Over 4,000 Since War Started

Turk said at least nine people have been executed in connection with protests in January, 10 for alleged membership in opposition groups, and two

A look back at creation of five new districts in Ladakh

Pramod Jain, Rinchen Dolma Ladakh, a Union Territory in Northern India, was on the cusp of a significant transformation on August 26, 2024, when

India, UAE in talks for stopover by Modi next month

Prime Minister Narendra Modi may make a brief stopover in the UAE next month during his European tour. Discussions are ongoing for this potential

Araghchi dials Jaishankar to discuss West Asia situation

Akshaya Patra-inspired initiative highlights challenge of food insecurity among US college students

NEW YORK, Apr 29 : A global food initiative, inspired by the Akshaya Patra Foundation, has highlighted the need to combat the challenge of food i

Javid Dar inaugurates Rs 3.5 cr Fruit & Vegetable Processing Unit in Marh

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 29: In a major boost to agricultural infrastructure in Jammu region, Minister for Agriculture Production, Rura

Ericsson discusses manufacturing expansion, research investments in India with Scindia

NEW DELHI, Apr 29 : Swedish firm Ericsson on Wednesday discussed its plan to expand manufacturing footprint, research and development investments

Rickeltons ton in vain as SRH beat MI by 6 wickets

MUMBAI, Apr 29: Ryan Rickeltons whirlwind unbeaten ton was overshadowed by Heinrich Klaasens unbeaten 65 as Sunrisers Hyderabad defeated Mumbai I