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West Bengal Elections 2026 who will win? US-based Polymarket betting site shows BJP 52%, TMC 47%; bets cross $2 million

Polymarket West Bengal Election: US-based betting site is showing a neck and neck fight between BJP and TMC in the Assembly election. Over two mi

TMC Alleges Police Bias in Nandigram; Suvendu Adhikari Claims Voter Intimidation

TMC accuses police of favouring BJP in Nandigram, while Suvendu Adhikari alleges voter intimidation during Phase 1 of West Bengal elections.

BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari votes in Nandigram, calls for peaceful polling

Tamil Nadu elections: Scheduled Caste hamlet of Vengaivayal boycotts polls

The boycott stems from the alleged contamination of an overhead tank supplying drinking water to the SC hamlet with human faeces an incident tha

Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Gujarat Titans seek batting turnaround in IPL clash

Royal Challengers Bengaluru face Gujarat Titans in a crucial IPL match. Both teams seek to improve their batting performance. RCB needs a strong

Ramlal joins poll queue: Elephants early morning visit adds twist to Bengal polls

Polling officials were still settling in, voters were trickling towards the booth, and then came 'Ramlal' swaying past the queue, peering curiou

Fireworks unit licensee booked for storing excess explosives ahead of Keralas Thrissur Pooram

Search was initiated at Muthalamada in Palakkad following the fireworks blast at a unit in Thrissur that killed 15

Naidu Lays Foundation for Rs 5,400-Cr Solar Manufacturing Facility in Anakapalli

The 6 GW solar ingot and wafer manufacturing unit at Anakapalli is expected to emerge as a key step to build a resilient domestic solar supply ch

South Indias Most Scenic Drive Starts Here: A Guide to Self-Drive Rentals from Bangalore to Cochin

A road trip from Bangalore to Cochin offers more than a change of destination. It brings together city roads, forest stretches, hill views, and q

TMC accuses police of acting in BJP's favour in Nandigram, Suvendu alleges voter intimidation

The presence of these officers is raising serious concerns about the neutrality in the polling process, says State Minister Shashi Panja

CPI seeks 500 crore to rebuild Peddavagu project breached in 2024 floods

State secretary G. Eswaraiah has written to the Andhra Pradesh and Telangana Chief Ministers, saying the 1977-built project, which irrigates 23,0

Karnataka SSLC Class 10 Results 2026 DigiLocker method: Check steps to download scorecards, KSEAB SSLC PDF and more

Karnataka SSLC Class 10 results are out and students can now access their scorecards on karresults.nic.in, kseeb.karnataka.gov.in, and DigiLocker

The Death of Counterweights: Why Harmonic Drive Mounts like the ZWO AM5 are the Future of Mobile Astrophotography

For decades, the ritual has been the same. You arrive at a dark sky site, open your trunk, and prepare for a workout. You haul out the tripod, th

Hyderabad environmentalists question legality and purpose of Tree Protection Committee

2006 Malegaon blasts case reached dead end: High Court; raps NIA for overlooking evidence

It pointed out that the NIA, after its probe, projected an altogether new story based on the statement of one Swami Aseemanand, which was later r

DMK-Congress alliance strong, says Karti Chidambaram

Africa occupies central place in Indias foreign policy today: Jaishankar

NEW DELHI, Apr 23: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday said that Africa occupies a central place in Indias foreign policy today, a

Iran war, oil shock fail to dent Indias private sector growth as April PMI rises

Indian businesses saw activity PMI grow in April. Manufacturing and services rebounded strongly. This happened even with rising costs from the Mi

No Bollywood Crossover: Anil Kapoor Not Part of Chiranjeevis Next

Chiranjeevi is currently preparing for his 158th film, which will be directed by Bobby Kolli and produced by KVN Productions

Travel Insurance for Sri Lanka from India: What Makes a Plan Well-Suited for a Short International Trip

Sri Lanka is often chosen for a short international trip from India, but even a brief journey can involve medical needs, delayed baggage, missed

Trinamool Congress alleges CRPF assaulted three women

Out of three women, one suffered head injury, a TMC leader claimed

TN Minister K.N. Nehru, voters wait after glitch delays polling in Trichy

SC stays conviction, life term of Amit Jogi in NCP leaders murder case

Jogi had moved the top court against the High Court verdict

Tamil Nadu elections: Chennais GST Road sees heavy traffic on polling day

It left several motorists stressed, as some of them were on their way from the city to the outskirts to vote

Two trains collide in Denmark, prompting massive emergency response

The collision occurred north of Copenhagen. It was not immediately clear how many people were injured.

Infinity Learn by Sri Chaitanya Sets New Benchmarks in Online Learning With JEE Main 2026 Results

New Delhi, Delhi, India Business Wire India

Enthusiasm Soars as Modi Addresses Rally in Nadia District

Kolkata, April 23: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to address a public rally at the Krishnanagar Government College ground in Nadia district,

IPL 2026: Rajasthan Royals Nandre Burger Fined for Code of Conduct Violation

Lucknow, April 23: Rajasthan Royals (RR) fast bowler Nandre Burger has been fined 10% of his match fee for breaching the IPL Code of Conduct duri

Ladakh LG Approves Major Tourism Reforms To Ease Business, Cut Compliance Burden

LEH/JAMMU, Apr 23: Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena on Thursday approved a series of reforms aimed at improving the ease of doing business in the U

Do you use ENO or Nescaf coffee? Delhi Police seizes over 2 lakh fake sachets; What you need to know right now

Delhi Police Crime Branch has busted a major counterfeit food racket in Delhi, seizing over 1.5 lakh fake ENO antacid sachets and more than 50,00

Nimrit Kaur Ahluwalia Praises Co-Star Parabramta Chatterjee as a Wonderful Human Being

Mumbai, April 23: On set camaraderie often shines through during filming, and a notable friendship has blossomed between actress Nimrit Kaur Ahlu

Tamil Nadu elections: Delays, limited bus services affect polling day travel across State

Commuters across Tamil Nadu faced delays and crowding on polling day as limited public transport services disrupted travel to native places

NITI Aayog teams up with APEPDCL to revolutionise power distribution in Andhra Pradesh

NITI Aayog officials and APEPDCL directors emphasised the urgency of meeting circle-wise targets for reducing AT&C losses and the nationwide mand

Indian, Nepalese currency seized along Indo-Nepal border; six detained in U.P.

According to police, 16.5 lakh in Indian currency and 69 lakh in Nepali currency were recovered

Jaggi murder case: SC stays HC verdict handing life term to ex-Chhattisgarh CM Ajit Jogi's son

CBSE Class 10 second Board exam 2026 Dates out: Check full schedule, timings, eligibility criteria and more details

CBSE has released the Class 10 second board examination schedule for 2026. The second board exams will commence from May 15 and will go on till M

Telegram founder Pavel Durov says he received summons in Russia addressed to 'suspect'

Telegram founder Pavel Durov has received a summons in Russia. He is named a suspect in a criminal case. Russian authorities are attempting to bl

Successful Two-Day Job Fair in Greater Noida Selects 363 Candidates

Greater Noida, April 23: A significant initiative aimed at providing better employment opportunities for youth concluded successfully with a two-

6 reason why ants are invading your kitchen and how to stop them

As April heat drives ants indoors, simple mistakes like damp cloths and unsealed sugar jars trigger infestations in Indian kitchens. This guide h

EU to test collective defense rules as US security role faces doubts

The European Union is increasing tests on its mutual defense pact. This comes as concerns grow about US security commitments to Europe. EU leader

Watch: Polling underway in Tamil Nadus 234 constituencies

Voting is underway in Tamil Nadu, where the state is set to elect its legislators for its 234 assembly constituencies. The state has over 5.73 cr

2006 Malegaon blasts case reached dead end: HC; raps NIA for overlooking evidence

MUMBAI, Apr 23: The 2006 Malegaon blasts case seems to have reached a dead end, the Bombay High Court has said while discharging four accused and

Eat Shakespeares words

Much Ado about Cooking and other food books to read in April, the Bards month. Also, discover the rich culinary worlds hidden within the works of

Days After US Woman Assaulted Karnataka Homestay's Licence Cancelled

Bengaluru, April 23 (IANS) In view of the sexual assault of an American woman tourist in Madikeri district, the Tourism Department on Thursday is

Sayani Guptas Aasmani Set for World Premiere: A Dream Project Realized

Mumbai, April 23: For many artists, a project becomes a lifelong dream. This is true for actress and producer Sayani Gupta, whose short film Aasm

West Bengal polls 2026: Kapil Sibal questions purpose of election; slams EC

The Rajya Sabha MP also took a swipe at Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, saying he must be awarded with a Padma Bhushan

Welcome to the age of energy shocks: The unsettling future view that Iran's Hormuz playbook shows

Iran war: In todays rapidly evolving energy scene, crises have become the new norm, frequently disrupting oil and gas supply chains. The geopolit

UP : PM Announces Ex-Gratia To Victims In Multi-Vehicle Collision In Mirzapur

PM Modi expresses anguish over deaths, announces 50,000 for the injured.

Opinion: Opinion | Rivers Flow, Memories Remain: On Calls Upon India To Revive Indus Treaty With Pakistan

Those urging revival want India to remember the treaty's durability. India is entitled to remember what it had to absorb to keep the treaty alive

Coyote vs. Acme trailer: First footage of once-shelved Looney Tunes film ahead of summer release

The film follows the iconic Wile E. Coyote as he takes legal action against the Acme Corporation, the fictional company responsible for the many

Ustaad Bhagat Singh Impact: Parthiban Seeks No Caste, No Religion Certificate

Amid the backlash, Parthiban applied for an official certificate renouncing caste and religious identity

China, India Or Some Other Hell-Hole...: Trump Reposts Anti-India Rant Over Birthright Citizenship

China, India Or Some Other Hell-Hole...: Trump Reposts Anti-India Rant Over Birthright Citizenship

Why Does Space Appear Dark Despite Countless Stars and the Sun? Understanding the Blue Sky by Day and Black Sky by Night

New Delhi, April 23: The question of why space appears dark has intrigued scientists and curious minds for centuries. Many researchers have delve

Cricket Stadium Construction Begins for Los Angeles Olympics, Says Jay Shah

Dubai, April 23: The ICC has welcomed the commencement of construction for a cricket stadium in Pomona, California, as cricket makes its return t

Will Strait Of Hormuz Open This Year? What Report Said

The Pentagon's assessment points to potentially long-lasting economic consequences, as the critical trade artery carried a fifth of the world's o

Chiranjeevi to Get Balakrishna and Allu Arjun as New Neighbours

Interestingly, the development brings him geographically closer to Chiranjeevi, often described as a professional rival over the years, adding a

Centre Debunks Fake News on Petrol, Diesel Price Hike

Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas says no proposal under consideration, calls reports misleading and panic-inducing

From machine tools to military tech: German industry dons fatigues

Defence and security-related firms for the first time have their own section at the world's top industrial fair in Hanover this week -- a sign of

INDO SMC surges on bagging orders worth Rs 35.26 crore

Mumbai, April 23 (Udaipur Kiran): INDO SMC is currently trading at Rs. 213.00, up by 3.25 points or 1.55% from its previous closing of Rs. 209.75

CBSE Class 10 Second Board Exams 2026 From May 15, Check Datesheet Here

CBSE 2nd Board Exams: CBSE has released the Class 10 second board exam datesheet, with exams set to begin from May 15. The new two-board exam sys

Adilabad Tribal Group Gets Traditional Welcome at Charminar

Amid the rhythmic beats of drums and folk instruments, the visitors were welcomed in a traditional manner with ceremonial tilak and grand hospita

Jio Financial Services soars on signing binding agreement with Allianz to form 50:50 primary insurance JV

Mumbai, April 23 (Udaipur Kiran): JIO Financial Services is currently trading at Rs. 245.00, up by 6.60 points or 2.77% from its previous closing

L&T rises on securing multiple orders for B&F business vertical

Mumbai, April 23 (Udaipur Kiran): Larsen & Toubro is currently trading at Rs. 4037.80, up by 15.65 points or 0.39% from its previous closing of R

India's mistakes exposed at right time before T20 World Cup: Harmanpreet Kaur

Since that early exit at the ICC showpiece, Harmanpreet's side had enjoyed a strong run, winning series against West Indies, England, Sri Lanka a

Mitchell Starc cleared by CA to play IPL, likely to be available for DC's game on May 1

Mitchell Starc has received clearance from Cricket Australia to play in the Indian Premier League. The fast bowler is anticipated to join the Del

Ajith Kumar cast his vote in Chennai

Accused Stole Rs 2.5 Lakh After Raping IRS Officer's Daughter: Police

The accused, Rahul Meen, changed clothes and allegedly stole around Rs 2.5 lakh before fleeing the crime spot.

CBSE Class 10 Second Board Exams 2026: Datesheet Out, Exam From May 15

NEW DELHI, Apr 23: The Central Board of Secondary Education has released the date sheet for the Class 10 second board exams. The session two exam

Knight Riders home base to host Olympic cricket: ICC CEO

Cricket's return to the Olympics after 128 years is now a reality. ICC CEO Sanjog Gupta marked the ground breaking of the Los Angeles 2028 Olympi

Clayface teaser: Body horror takes centre stage in DCs darkest origin story yet

First introduced in DC Comics in 1940, Clayface has appeared in multiple animated and live-action adaptations, but this marks his first major sta

How a Gurgaon man paid 20,000 for a Thailand dream but instead woke up in a jungle guarded by guns

He was a 21-year-old Gurgaon student who just wanted a job. A Telegram message promised 80,000 a month in Thailand. Instead, he crossed jungles g

Water Conservation in Jammu: Understanding the Importance of Lakes and Our Responsibility

Swati Suman Water conservation has become an important issue in todays time, and regions like Jammu are no exception. With changing climate condi

Voter Intimidation Charge, Trinamool vs Humayun Kabir As Bengal Votes

Allegations of voter intimidation have surfaced from Murshidabad and Trinamool workers clashed with Humayun Kabir in the same district as West Be

MS Dhoni, Hardik Pandya, Bumrah and others invest $11M in game-tech firm LightFury

The funding round saw participation from Blume Ventures, V3 Ventures, MIXI, and Times Internet, among others.

FBI Investigated Reporter Who Wrote Article About Kash Patel's Girlfriend

NYT's Elizabeth Williamson wrote that FBI chief Kash Patel had assigned four agents to protect Alexis Wilkins full time.

JEE Advanced 2026: Check steps to apply, direct link, application fees, eligibility and important dates

JEE Advanced 2026 registration is now open. Eligible candidates can apply online until May 2, 2026. The examination will be conducted by IIT Roor

Maharashtra bypolls: 8% turnout in Baramati, 6% in Rahuri till 9 am

Voting is happening today for bypolls in Baramati and Rahuri. In Baramati, Sunetra Pawar is contesting. The Rahuri seat also has a bypoll. Voting

Oil Prices Surge Amid Uncertainty Over Strait of Hormuz Opening

Mumbai, April 23: Oil prices continue to rise amid uncertainty regarding the opening of the Strait of Hormuz. On Thursday, prices surged past $10

China's Xpeng Expects To Start Delivering Flying Cars In 2027

Xpeng has received more than 7,000 orders for its flying cars.

Ex-Help Who Raped, Killed Woman Knew Family's Routine, Spare Key Placement

Police suspect revenge for his dismissal may have driven the Delhi attack, while the alleged assault in Alwar has, for now, been attributed to wh

Pahari Maggi: How a Swiss Noodle Conquered Every Indian Hill

You dont go looking for it. It finds you at a bend in the road, in the cold, just when you need it most. From Shivpuri to Landour, Maggi has bee

West Bengal CEO Conducts Live Monitoring of Elections, Ready for Immediate Action Against Irregularities

Kolkata, April 23: The voting process for the assembly elections in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu is underway under the supervision of the Election

Tragic Road Accident in Shakarpur Claims One Life and Injures Three

New Delhi, April 23: A tragic road accident occurred in the Shakarpur area of East Delhi, resulting in the death of one individual and injuries t

American Dream Fading? 40% Of Indian Americans Consider Leaving The US, Survey Reveals Top Reasons

The political climate is at the heart of this change, with 58% of those thinking about leaving saying it was the main reason.

Karnataka SSLC 10th Toppers List 2026: Check names of district and merit wise toppers, rank, marks and other details

Karnataka SSLC 10th Result 2026 Toppers List: The toppers list of Karnataka SSLC KSEAB 10th Result 2026 will be announced today at 12 noon. Stude

Voting Underway in Umreth by-elections Amidst Extensive Preparations

Anand, April 23: Voting is currently taking place for the Umreth Assembly by-elections in Anand district, Gujarat. Polling began at 7 AM today, w

Rajnath Singh tours TKMS shipyard, inspects Type 212 submarine in Germany

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh visited Germany, touring a submarine shipyard. India and Germany signed key defence cooperation agreements. These

All in a days work: Tambaram Corporation rolls back hike of water charge after protest by residents

Chromepet resident Sethu Madhavan writes that on April 15, the Tambaram Corporation had increased water charge from 50.50 per month to a whopping

Praveen Khandelwal Claims Today is a Turning Point for Tamil Nadu and Bengal

New Delhi, April 23: BJP MP Praveen Khandelwal declared Thursday as a pivotal day for Tamil Nadu and West Bengal. He asserted that the people of

Deputy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin casts his vote In Chennai