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Minister Ponguleti Holds Meeting With AAI Officials To Fast Track New Airports

Speaking at a review meeting with Airports Authority of India, southern region executive director M. Raja Kishore and Telangana Aviation director

HCA Floats Franchise Bids For TG20

Our vision is to create a world class league that nurtures local talent, builds strong regional identities, and engages fans across the state: Ch

Flying squad seize 6.93 lakh from AIADMK cadre in Thiruvadanai

Hyderabad theatre icon Babban Khan passes away

Cabinet Greenlights 2% DA Hike for Central Staff and 24,815 Cr Rail Projects in UP & AP

The Centre on Saturday increased dearness allowance (DA) and dearness relief (DR) by two per cent, over the existing rate of 58 per cent of the b

Ambati Rambabu stages hunger strike in Guntur, seeks action over attack on residence

Prime Minister Modi Addresses the Nation: Key Takeaways from His Speech

New Delhi, April 18: Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation on Saturday following the failure of the Womens Reservation Bill in the Lo

Tornado watch: Massive destruction in Wisconsin, Minnesota, Illinois on Saturday

Tornado warning: In central Wisconsin, a reported tornado that tore through the cities of Kronenwetter and Ringle left behind damaged homes and s

On the draw April 18, 2026

Food safety drive targets juice shops, bottled water sales

The initiative comes amid a surge in demand for packaged drinking water and fruit juices during the summer months

Cleanup drive, heritage walk shine spotlight on Irrum Manzil Palace on World Heritage Day

Dalit groups stage march in Kannur alleging bid to derail probe into students death

Akhilesh Yadav Exposes BJPs Malintent Over Womens Reservation Bill

Lucknow, April 18: Akhilesh Yadav, the national president of the Samajwadi Party (SP), has launched a sharp attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party

Allahabad court restrains FIR order against Rahul Gandhi

The Allahabad High Court has paused an order for an FIR against Congress MP Rahul Gandhi. This is regarding allegations of dual citizenship. The

Fire breaks out at carpet storage unit in Nacharam; no casualties

Opposition unity, neither automatic nor obvious, sinks Constitutional Amendment Bill

Till last week of March, government interlocutors faced no outright opposition to proposed legislation on seat expansion, delimitation to expedit

PM Modi Full Speech: Matter of time, will remove all obstacles that come in the way of womens reservation amendment Bill

Attack on RSS worker: three CPI(M) activists sentenced to RI

'TOLD THEM TO STAY AWAY': Trump blasts NATO over Iran war, tells 'don't want your help on Hormuz'

Satellites Steer Indias Space Future: ISRO Chief

Narayanan also noted that India became the first country to successfully reach Mars orbit on its maiden attempt through the Mars Orbiter Mission.

Modi Addresses Nation: Womens Reservation Bill Fails to Pass

New Delhi, April 18: Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation on Saturday following the failure of the Womens Reservation Bill in the Lo

Light rain likely in parts of North Coastal A.P., Rayalaseema; heat to persist till April 25

Pawan Kalyan undergoes surgery, advised rest for 10 days

Corporate influx and systemic neglect - the dual reality of Vilathikulam constituency

Six arrested in Malkajgiri cybercrime crackdown; 32 lakh refunded to victims

Strangled in its infancy: Modis sharp attack on Congress, DMK

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a sharp attack on the Congress and its allies in Parliament, accusing them of strangling an honest effort i

Sayali Satghare Hails T20 Mumbai Womens League as a Game-Changer for Womens Cricket

Mumbai, April 18: For Sayali Satghare, the past few months have felt like a dream. After remaining unsold in the Womens Premier League (WPL) 2026

Congress calls defeat of women's quota bill 'victory for democracy', accuses Centre of flip-flop

The Congress party has accused the central government of attempting to change the federal structure through the women's reservation bill. They de

BJP announces Rs 5,000 monthly allowance to journalists if it comes to power in Bengal

The BJP has pledged a monthly allowance of Rs 5,000 for accredited journalists in West Bengal. This financial support aims to provide security fo

IPL 2026 PBKS vs LSG | Shreyas Iyer has overcome his weaknesses, feels Hopes

The former Australian all-rounder also hailed his captaincy, under which PBKS reached the final last year

Delhi weather: City records wettest April in 18 years; temperatures dip, AQI improves

Delhi has experienced its wettest April since 2008. Moderate rain brought significant rainfall, exceeding the monthly average. Temperatures have

IPL 2026: Will he, wont he the Dhoni game continues

Head coach Stephen Fleming remained predictably tight-lipped, offering little beyond the standard line that Dhoni was progressing well in his rec

Plus One admission process initiated in Puducherry

Li Qiang Chairs Executive Meeting of the State Council in China

Beijing, April 18: Chinese Premier Li Qiang chaired an executive meeting of the State Council on April 17. The meeting focused on reports regardi

'Distress address rather than a national address': Opposition slams PM Modi over women reservation bill speech

AI cannot replace human conscience in justice delivery: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah urged caution regarding artificial intelligence in the justice system. He stressed that human empathy and m

A deal is only done when it's done: Pak official sources on Iran-US talks

As Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Asim Munir wrapped up their respective visits to West Asia, reports be

Meta layoffs: 16,000 jobs on the line as Mark Zuckerberg plans major cuts in looming workforce shake-up

Meta is set to cut 16,000 jobs soon. The first phase begins May 20, affecting 8,000 workers. This major restructuring follows the company's stron

Mango Arrivals in Rayalaseema Sluggish Despite Strong Prices

Farmers adopting fruit covering techniques have got better returns. Covered mangoes with uniform colour and fewer blemishes are selling for as hi

10 top US scientists missing, Donald Trump orders probe as lawmakers voice concern

The deaths and disappearances of at least 10 top US scientists involved in aerospace, defense, and extraterrestrial research have prompted an adm

Who is Natalie Portmans partner, Tanguy Destable, as she expects her third child?

Natalie Portman has confirmed that she is expecting her third child at the age of 44 with her partner, French music producer Tanguy Destable. The

Thirupparankundram, where hillock, temple are in the thick of controversy

NTKs T. Sathyadevi, Puthiya Tamilagams A. Sethuraman, and TVKs R. Nirmalkumar are adding to the otherwise straight fight between V.V. Rajan Chell

Books | Why Cybersecurity About Culture As Well As Technology

The author has organised the book in four parts, each developing on the last, and you suddenly realise that there is no static or standard SOP to

MP seeks Air Force land for expansion of Belagavi airport

In Madurai South, the fight is between a staunch Vaiko loyalist and a BJP karyakarta

While Sumathi of the NTK and J. Jo Peter of the TVK are also in the fray, working hard to make a mark, the real fight appears to be between Pudur

IPL 2026: Abhishek and Klaasen Shine as SRH Posts 194 Against CSK

Hyderabad, April 18: In the 27th match of IPL 2026 on Saturday, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) faced off against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at the Raji

'Congress And Its Allies Have Been Unmasked': PM's Top Quotes On Women's Bill

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation on Saturday, a day after the Women's Reservation Bill was defeated in Parliament. Earlier in th

Iran reviewing new proposals put forward by U.S.; Trump says cannot blackmail with Strait of Hormuz

Iran's Supreme National Security Council said in a statement that Pakistan's army chief Asim Munir, serving as an intermediary, presented the pro

DMK Citadel Chepauk In Focus As Udhayanidhi Stalin Seeks Re-Election

In 2021, Udhayanidhi Stalin made his electoral debut from Chepauk-Thiruvallikeni, winning by a margin of more than 60,000 votes.

5 Killed As Gunman Takes Hostages, Opens Fire In Supermarket In Kyiv

Several People Killed As Gunman Opens Fire In Kyiv, Says Mayor

Opposition Crushed Womens Dreams By Blocking Quota Bill: PM Modi

NEW DELHI, Apr 18: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said opposition parties had mercilessly crushed the dreams of women by not allowing t

Sita Jayanti to be held at Vontimitta on April 25

The celebrations will conclude with Nivedana, Maha Mangala Harati, Veda Swasti and Sattumora, marking the occasion in a spiritually vibrant atmos

3 More Die In Vedanta Power Plant Mishap, Death Toll Rises To 23

A massive explosion in the tube connecting the boiler to the turbine in the power plant had led to the tragedy.

DYFI to hold protest on April 28 against govt.s MoUs with private medical colleges

Two workers injured as FOB under construction collapses at Anakapalli station

India Responds to Gunfire Incident in the Strait of Hormuz Involving Indian Vessels

New Delhi, April 18: India has issued a statement regarding the gunfire incident involving two Indian vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. The Minist

Dreams crushed, selfish politics, and well be back: Key highlights from Modis speech after Lok Sabha rejects womens reservation amendment bill

Prime Minister Narendra Modi apologized to Indian women after the Lok Sabha rejected the 33% reservation bill. He stated that the aspirations of

Second installment of Rythu Bharosa on April 20

Naka Bandi Checks Intensified In Tirumala; 4 Detained, 6 Shops Issued Notices

A total of 58 personnel, divided into two teams, inspected 63 shops and verified licences and staff details. Notices were issued to six shops for

West Bengal Pradesh Congress says no post-poll alliance

Bengal Congress Committee chief tries to dispel reports on the possibility of post-poll tie-up with TMC; the Congress is contesting all Assembly

From Silence to Smile: TTDs Sravanam Programme Transforms Young Lives

During his interaction with parents, Dr Sarath sought feedback on nutrition, training quality, facilities and progress of the children. Many pare

Two fishers die due to suspected smoke inhalation off Beypore harbour

Major Breakthrough for Delhi Police: Five Arrested in Madhu Vihar Blind Burglary Case

New Delhi, April 18: The Eastern District Police have achieved a significant breakthrough by solving a sensational case of a blind night burglary

Tristan Stubbs Breaks Dinesh Karthiks Record in IPL 2026

Bengaluru, April 18: In a thrilling match of IPL 2026, the Delhi Capitals (DC) showcased an impressive performance, defeating the Royal Challenge

Rashmika Trains Hard in Bangkok

With 8-hrs of daily training, the actor is pushing her limits for a raw Mysaa performance

SRH Post 194/9 as CSK Fight Back Strongly in Death Overs

Anshul Kamboj was the standout performer with 3 wickets, while Gurjapneet Singh and others chipped in to restrict the late surge.

After tying womens quota to delimitation, why shift blame, ask women activists

Court verdict in rape and murder of nine-year-old girl child case likely on April 30

Jagtial 'Praja Ashirwada Sabha' will catapult BRS to its past glory: KTR

IPL 2026 points table: Check latest Orange and Purple Cap leaders

Delhi Capitals secured a six-wicket victory over Royal Challengers Bengaluru, with strong batting performances from KL Rahul and Tristan Stubbs.

Opposition Blamed for Failure of Womens Reservation Bill: Jitan Ram Manjhi

Patna, April 18: Central Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi criticized the opposition for the failure of the Womens Reservation Bill. He stated that the b

Tejashwi Yadav Critiques BJPs Agenda: Its About Changing the Constitution

Patna, April 18: Tejashwi Yadav, a leader of the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), has criticized the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) following the failur

Sought-After Star

Leading ladies are queuing up to be cast opposite Ranveer Singh, but

Only voters allowed within 100 metres of polling stations in Bengal: Election Commission

In West Bengal, the Election Commission is committed to maintaining a serene and unobstructed voting experience. They'll establish a 100-meter bu

One-way traffic rule to be introduced on two roads in Belagavi

Tehsildar Run Over During Anti-Illegal Mining Raid In Odishas Jajpur, Critical

According to preliminary reports, a group of miscreants targeted the officer and deliberately drove a tractor over him in an apparent attempt to

Accused concealed prior marriage, put pressure to convert, claims complainant in TCS case

A victim in the TCS Nashik case has told police that an accused sexually assaulted her in 2022, concealed his marriage and later harassed her at

Dharmavaram silk shines at expo in China

National award-winning designer Jujare Nagaraju showcases signature weaves at Vasanthamela-2026 exhibitions in Beijing and Guangzhou, China

'Might Not Have 66% Votes, But We Have 100% Support Of Women': PM Modi

Opposition Snatched Women's Rights, Then Celebrated: PM On Reservation Bill

Womens Power Bill Could Not Pass In Parliament, I Apologize To All Mothers And Sisters: PM Modi In Address To Nation

New Delhi, Apr 18: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday slammed the opposition parties for defeat of the Constitution Amendment Bill in Lok S

Trump Asserts Iran Cannot Blackmail the U.S. Over Hormuz Strait

Washington, April 18: A temporary ceasefire between Iran and the U.S. continues, but tensions remain high with both sides engaging in aggressive

Anupam Kher Pays Tribute to Legendary Singer Asha Bhosle at Her Home

Mumbai, April 18: The renowned singer Asha Bhosle, who captivated audiences for decades, has passed away. Veteran actor Anupam Kher recently visi

Patriots' Day 2026 date: Is it Federal Holiday? All you need to know

Patriots' Day 2026 date: Many Americans want to know whether it is a Federal holiday or not.

Karnataka seeks 3 months more to hold GBA polls, wants to push deadline to Sept 30

True farmers should teach a lesson to fake farmer EPS, says Udhayanidhi

Says Salem is a land of self-respect and there is no place for slaves, highlights how M.K. Stalin spearheaded opposition to Delimitation Bill, wh

Two proposals aimed at improving city water supply gathering dust

'Opposition Snatched Rights, Then Celebrated': PM On Women's Reservation Bill

Opposition Snatched Women's Rights, Then Celebrated: PM On Reservation Bill

Tirunelveli Collector reviews arrangements in polling booths

Found interesting documents: Trump announces release of UFO files very very soon

Didi: Modi's Fall Has Begun With Delimitation Bill's Defeat

It was never meant for women empowerment. It was a narrative on women that was played out: Ms Banerjee