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Philippines Engages in Positive Dialogue with Iran on Seafarer Safety

New Delhi, April 2: The Philippines Foreign Minister, Ma Theresa Lazaro, recently held a productive phone conversation with Iranian Foreign Minis

CPI(M) slams AIR, Doordarshan in Assam for censorship of its speech

Ahead of Assembly polls, the party said its criticisms of the anti-people policies of the BJP-led government in Assam were deleted

Amaidhipadai: Sathyarajs cult classic political satire to re-release in theatres soon

The 1994 hit film was directed by Manivannan

CRICKET | MCA president meets CIDCO chief for proposed 1-lakh capacity stadium

India slams attacks on UNIFIL soldiers, does not name Israel

As one of the largest and longest serving contributors to Peacekeeping, and in consonance with UNSC resolution 2589, we seek accountability for c

Andhra Pradeshs Amaravati Receives Legal Recognition as Capital

New Delhi, April 2: The Rajya Sabha passed the Andhra Pradesh Reorganization (Amendment) Bill, 2026 on Thursday. This significant legislation gra

Dinesh Karthik: Understanding Players Needs and Preparing Them for Matches

Bengaluru, April 2: Former Indian wicketkeeper Dinesh Karthik is serving as the batting coach for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in IPL 2026.

Governor bound by Cabinets advice: Madras High Court

Justices A.D. Jagadish Chandira, G.K. Ilanthiraiyan and Sunder Mohan answer a reference made to them by a Division Bench of the High Court

Major Drug Bust in Chhattisgarh: 1432 Kilos of Narcotics Seized, Two Arrested

Mumbai, April 2: In a significant operation against drug trafficking, the Anti-Narcotic Task Force and Singhodar police in Chhattisgarhs Mahasamu

FOOTBALL | Westwood faces tough task trying to reverse Blasters fortunes

Uttarakhand CM Dhami Meets Kedarnath Temple Chief to Discuss Pilgrim Safety and Facilities

Dehradun, April 2: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami met with the chief priest of Kedarnath Temple, Shri Shri Shri 1008 Bhimashankar

Amaravati and the cost of political reversals in Andhra Pradesh | Talking Politics

Why has Amaravati been formally recognised as Andhra Pradeshs sole capital more than a decade after bifurcation? In this episode of Talking Polit

Players with Most IPL Matches Yet to Win the Trophy

New Delhi, April 2: The 19th season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) kicked off on March 28. Heres a look at players who have played the most m

Watch: SRH has a slight edge against KKR: Vidyut Sivaramakrishnan

The Hindus KC Vijaya Kumar and Vidyut Sivaramakrishnan review the match between Delhi Capitals and Lucknow Super Giants and loiok ahead to the ma

Noida Police Uncover Blackmailing Gang Using Online Dating Apps, Four Arrested

Noida, April 2: The police in Noida have dismantled an organized gang involved in blackmail and robbery through online dating apps. Four notoriou

Top news of the day: Govt confirms extra sittings to debate amendments to Womens Reservation Act, 2023; Iran vows crushing attacks on U.S. and Israel after Trumps threats, and more

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Centre Mandates Competency-Linked Courses for Govt Staff: Rajya Sabha

FRAC aligns government roles with defined activities and required competencies, Singh added.

Trump urges patience in Iran war address amid public skepticism

President Trump has addressed the nation regarding the ongoing military operation in Iran. He stated that all objectives will be completed shortl

J&K | High Court Issues New Judge Roster For Jammu And Srinagar Wings

JAMMU, Apr 2: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh (JK&L) has officially released the sitting roster for its judges, effective from April

How Vizag Astronomy Club is bringing stargazing back to Visakhapatnam

Vizag Astronomy Clubs moon watch sessions and terrace viewings are drawing residents back to the night sky

NASA is developing a new nuclear battery that could run for four centuries or five human lifetimes

Nuclear Space Batteries: NASA is developing a new nuclear battery using americium-241 that could last up to 433 years, far longer than current pl

Government confirms extra sittings to debate amendments to Womens Reservation Act 2023

Congress accuses government of maintaining unnecessary secrecy and alleges that the amendments are being brought in the middle of the election ca

Diabetes And Fatty Liver Disease: The Role Of Insulin Resistance Explained

People with Type 2 diabetes often exhibit insulin resistance, causing fat cells to release free fatty acids into the bloodstream, which then accu

ACB Chargesheets 5 SMC Officials, Beneficiary In Rajbagh Illegal Construction Case

SRINAGAR, Apr 2: The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Thursday said they have filed a charge-sheet against five officials of the Srinagar Municipa

Shocking Allegations of Rape and Forced Conversion in Ranchi

Ranchi, April 2: A disturbing case has emerged in the Lalpur police area of Ranchi, the capital of Jharkhand, involving allegations of rape and c

Opinion: Opinion | What Oil At $150 Will Actually Do To The World

In the Gulf today, the oil taps cannot simply be turned back on. This is the distinction from the 1971 that not many are talking about.

IPL 2026: Chennai Super Kings Seek Rhythm Against Potent Punjab Kings

CSK, now a team full of youngsters, did not get anything right in Guwahati and would simply like to leave that comprehensive defeat behind in a l

Sensex, Nifty extend gains for 2nd day as IT stocks rise

The Nifty closed 0.15 per cent higher, gaining 33.70 points to settle at 22,713.10. The Sensex also ended in the green, rising 185.23 points or 0

Row over Siddaramaiah's 'stray bulls' remark; BJP counters with 'rodents' swipe at Congress

A political row broke out in Karnataka after Siddaramaiah called BJP leaders stray bulls, drawing a sharp odents jibe from B. Sriramulu. He also

Amaravati: A Testament to Faith and Sacrifice, Says Ram Mohan Naidu

New Delhi, April 2: Amaravati is being developed as the capital of Andhra Pradesh. Union Minister for Civil Aviation, K. Ram Mohan Naidu, emphasi

Sensex rises 185 points, Nifty reclaims 22,700 on value buying, rupee rebound

A sharp rebound in the rupee after the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) stepped in with a slew of measures to restrict banks from onshore forward mark

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Karnataka Police ensuring peace, among best in country: Home Min Parameshwara

Highlighting achievements, he cited top rankings in justice delivery, anti-drug operations, and cybercrime control. He also announced plans for p

Delhis Cinematic Homecoming: Caught Between Ambition and History

By T N Ashok There is a particular irony embedded in the story of film festivals and Indias capital. For decades, Delhi was the centre-piece of t

TN Elections 2026: The Hindu talks to Sriperumbudur constituency

As the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections approach, The Hindu visited the high-profile Sriperumbudur constituency in Chennai. We spoke to residents to

Empower, don't just accommodate autistic persons: Rajya Sabha Chairman

Rajya Sabha Chairman C.P. Radhakrishnan reaffirmed Parliament's commitment to safeguarding the rights and promoting the welfare of persons with a

Five Legendary Cricketers Who Never Played in the IPL

New Delhi, April 2: Playing in the Indian Premier League (IPL) is a dream for every cricketer. Many players have seen their fortunes change overn

IIFCL to raise up to $1 billion through MIGA guarantee fund this quarter to foster infra sector: MD

India Infrastructure Finance Company Ltd plans to raise up to USD 1 billion. This will be done through the MIGA guarantee fund in the current qua

What if you used retirement to...: Gurgaon couple who spent 40 years in corporate life has internet inspired

Retirement life tips: Radha and Surendra from Gurugram are redefining retirement. The couple, known as 'seniorjeepsies' online, are travelling th

India Set To Get Dengue Vaccine Qdenga Soon: Doctors Explain What To Expect

India is set to get a dengue vaccine named Qdenga to tackle the disease burden that it poses. Dr Rashmi Khadapkar and Dr Neha Rastogi explain wha

Sri Lanka's Thushara Seeks Court Intervention To Play in IPL 2026

Thushara, who is contracted to Royal Challengers Bengaluru, filed a case in the Colombo District Court, seeking an order directing Sri Lanka Cric

Artemis 2: Young Boy Drops F-Word While Reacting To Historic Launch, Video Viral

One user said that the boy summed up what a lot of people are feeling after decades, as humanity heads back to the Moon.

UP Tops Solar Growth: Record 3.47 Lakh Rooftop Installations in 2025-26

Uttar Pradesh records 3.47 lakh rooftop solar installations in 2025-26, emerging as a leader in clean energy under PM Surya Ghar scheme.

Singapore Designates Site for Construction of New Hindu Temple

SGAT will be the 25th Hindu temple in Singapore, according to the Indian community-serving weekly tabla!

Excise policy: HC gives last opportunity to Kejriwal, ors to respond to ED plea to expunge remarks

NEW DELHI, Apr 2: The Delhi High Court on Thursday gave a final opportunity to former chief minister Arvind Kejriwal, his deputy Manish Sisodia a

Supreme Court Denies Bail to Former Jharkhand Minister Alamgir Alam in Money Laundering Case

New Delhi, April 2: The Supreme Court has denied bail to former Jharkhand Rural Development Minister Alamgir Alam and his private secretary Sanje

Shortcut to poribortan in Bengal passes through Bhabanipur, says Amit Shah

Top BJP leader and Union Home Minister Amit Shah turned the filing of nomination papers of Mr. Adhikari and three other BJP candidates into a hig

AAP Drops Raghav Chadha, Once Its Key Face, As Rajya Sabha Deputy Leader

Ashok Mittal, who replaces Chadha as AAP's deputy leader in the Upper House of Parliament, is the chancellor of Lovely Professional University

Nashik 'Godman', Arrested For Rape, Was Also Named In Suicide Case 4 Years Ago

Vikas Ramdas Divate, 37, had died by suicide in Shirdi in 2022 and left behind a note in which he had blamed Ashok Kharat.

Indian-Origin Translator Padma Viswanathan Shortlisted For International Booker Prize 2026

NEW DELHI, Apr 2:Padma Viswanathan, a Canadian-American writer of Indian-origin, has made it to the 2026 International Booker Prize shortlist as

Indian Researchers Unlock Bacterial Genetic Code To Combat Tuberculosis

New Delhi, April 2 (IANS) Tuberculosis is one of the worlds deadliest infectious diseases and now, a team of scientists has discovered a fundamen

Airtel Surpasses 650 Million Users, Becomes Worlds Second Largest Telecom Operator

New Delhi, April 2: Bharti Airtel announced on Thursday that it has crossed the milestone of 650 million customers globally, making it the second

7 Judicial Officers Held Hostage In Bengal For 9 Hours Over SIR Deletion

BJP leader Sukanta Majumdar alleged that the harassment faced by the judicial officers is a result of provocative statements by the Trinamool Con

JEE Main 2026 April 2 Shift 1: Question Paper Analysis And Difficulty Level

JEE Main 2026 April 2 Paper Analysis: Physics questions ranged from easy to moderate, while Chemistry was moderate to difficult, largely due to i

EU President Warns of Global Economic Instability Due to Irans Actions

New Delhi, April 2: European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen recently held a phone conversation with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Th

'Shocking The Image Is Portrayed Online': Foreigner's 'Confession' About India Viral

Digital creator Jack Heaton challenged the negative online portrayals whilst highlighting India's beauty and hospitality.

Celebrating Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj: A Symbol of Valor and Vision

New Delhi, April 2: Every year on April 3, we celebrate the birth anniversary of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. This date commemorates the indomita

Centres Zoho migration and the evolving digital backbone

Zoho email migration shows how the government is evolving the digital infrastructure, moving towards cloud-based systems that support scale, secu

UK to host talks with 35 countries on reopening Strait of Hormuz

Britain is leading a global effort to reopen the vital Strait of Hormuz. A meeting of around 35 countries will explore ways to restore freedom of

Porkodi Armstrong Files Nomination as NDA Candidate in Tamil Nadu Elections

Chennai, April 2: The election process for the Tamil Nadu Assembly has gained momentum as Porkodi Armstrong, leader of the Tamil Manila Bahujan S

Why is gold price down by 2.7% and silver price by 4.9%, and will precious metals continue to drop or rise again to dream levels? Gold and silver fall, analysts insights, market outlook and what should investors do now

Why is gold price down by 2.7% and silver price by 4.9%, and will precious metals continue to drop or rise again to dream levels? Gold and silver

Prince Harrys private messages with journalist revealed in court: Inside the trial and flirtatious exchange

The messages involving Prince Harry, exchanged with journalist Charlotte Griffiths between late 2011 and early 2012, reportedly featured a playfu

Missed 50 lectures, did full-time job, lost father, eye surgery, yet he topped CA exam: How this 'Dhurandhar' turned pain into power

Mohd Kaif Khan achieved All India Rank 35 in the CA Intermediate January 2026 exams. His journey involved overcoming personal loss and health iss

Tovino Thomas Shares Fascinating Story Behind Pallichattambi Church Set

Chennai, April 2: Actor Tovino Thomas recently shared an intriguing anecdote about the Malayalam film Pallichattambi, in which he plays the lead

'Are we Mossad agents in Iran?' Grandmaster Hikaru Nakamura slams FIDE's tough anti-cheating protocols at Candidates

American Grandmaster Hikaru Nakamura has strongly criticized the International Chess Federation's anti-cheating measures at the ongoing Candidate

High interest, low action: Most young Indians aspire to start up but dont take the plunge

Young Indians are keen on starting businesses. However, most haven't taken concrete steps due to a lack of guidance and support. Structural barri

CBSE New Curriculum 2026-27 Released: Check Key Highlights For Classes 9-12

The new curriculum introduces a scheme of studies for Class 9 and emphasizes competency and skill-based learning.

House Attached In J&Ks Pulwama Under NDPS Act In Crackdown On Drug Trade

SRINAGAR, Apr 2: Police on Thursday attached a residential house worth Rs 30 lakhs in Pulwama district of Jammu and Kashmir under the Narcotic Dr

What's Real Anymore? How AI Blurs Truth In The Middle East War

Meme-driven AI content that trivialises conflict as it spreads misinformation is increasingly crowding out reality on digital platforms.

India Holds Over 8.5 Million Tons of Rare Mineral Reserves, Says Dr. Jitendra Singh

New Delhi, April 2: India possesses approximately 8.52 million tons of rare earth oxide resources. Despite this, the country remains dependent on

RCB Star Files Case Over 'IPL 2026' Call, To Retire From International Cricket

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)'s Nuwan Thushara has filed a court order against top authorities of Sri Lanka Cricket after not being granted a

IMD issues orange alert as Pune witnesses hailstorms and thunderstorms

After a sharp rise in temperatures earlier in the day, a sudden weather shift brought intense showers to Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad around 2:30 pm

Hariharan Questions Technologys Role in Music: Real Music Comes from the Heart

Mumbai, April 2: In an era where the music industry is rapidly evolving, and technology is evident in every song, some artists still advocate for

Asus ROG Ally X Review: It puts a gaming PC in your hands

The Asus ROG Xbox Ally X feels like holding a tiny gaming PC in your hands. Its comfortable, responsive, and the screen is sharp, making even cas

Parliament Passes Bill To Recognise Amaravati as AP's Permanent Capital

Replying to the debate on the bill in the Rajya Sabha, Minister of State for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai said Andhra Pradesh is getting a new capi

Between Tehran and Tel Aviv: Gazas story of unending war

New Delhi, April 2: Between Tehran and Tel Aviv, a book available on Amazon, written by Col. Rajeev Agarwal, Senior Research Consultant at Chinta

Trump Uses Iran War Address to Urge Skeptical Voters to Give Him More Time

He offered no detail about the state of negotiations with Iran that could bring about a promised endgame that he insists could come in a matter o

Hanuman Jayanti Celebrations: Devotees Gather in Ranchi and Grand Procession in Jodhpur

Ranchi, April 2: On the occasion of Hanuman Jayanti, a special enthusiasm among devotees is palpable across the country. The festival is celebrat

Global Events Beyond Centres Control; No Immediate Shortage Of Essentials In J&K: CM Omar Abdullah

JAMMU, Apr 2: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday said the developments at the international level remain beyond the control of both the Uni

How two brothers built Rakkaudella Chocolates, Keralas single-origin bean-to-bar chocolate

Kuriachan Johnson and his brother Ouseppachan turned their entrepreneurial gamble into Rakkaudella Chocolates, a single-origin bean-to-bar brand

Mamata Banerjee slams attack on judges, accuses BJP of unrest plot

Banerjee accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of attempting to incite unrest and create conditions for the imposition of Presidents Rule in W

Performance Against DC Is The Start Of Shami's Road To Redemption : Pujara

Mohammed Shami's performance against DC shows he means business : Cheteshwar Pujara

Parliament clears bill to make Amaravati Andhra Pradeshs only capital

Parliament has officially recognised Amaravati as Andhra Pradesh's permanent capital. This move ends years of uncertainty regarding the state's c

'Bengal welcomes tourists with open arms': TMC jibes at Amit Shah with fish, meat menu ahead of 15-day visit

The Trinamool Congress has sharpened its attack on Union Home Minister Amit Shah ahead of his visit to West Bengal, recommending local non-vegeta

News from the world of Education: April 2, 2026

Information on colleges, admissions, scholarships, events, MoUs, and more

Delhi High Court Orders Removal of Honey Singh and Badshahs Volume 1 for Misogynistic Content

New Delhi, April 2: The Delhi High Court has issued a strong directive regarding the 26-year-old song Volume 1 by Honey Singh and Badshah. Follow

Kerala Assembly polls: UDF candidate in Kanhangad faces complaint for alleged religious appeal for votes

According to the complaint, the incident occurred on March 22 when the candidate visited a church. It is alleged that while canvassing for votes,

As Rajya Sabha Member, Nitish To Get Z-Plus Security

The notification said that the decision about providing security to Kumar was taken in view of the JD(U) president's imminent move to Parliament,

Hollywood Delusions: Iran General's 6,000 Years Reply To Stone Age Barb

Brigadier General Seyed Majid Moosavi replied to the US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth's ack to Stone Age post

Hyderabad Doctor Injects Himself With Poison In Car, Wife Charged

The victim, identified as Vinod Kumar from Keesara, was working as a general physician at a private hospital in Hyderabad.