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India Has Come Through Solidly From Recent Global Shocks That Tested Its Resilience: Jaishankar

RAIPUR, Apr 4: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday said India has come through solidly from global shocks that recently tested its

Delhi Court Sends Al-Falah Group Chairman To Judicial Custody In 2nd PMLA Case

NEW DELHI, Apr 4: A Delhi court on Saturday remanded Al-Falah group chairman Jawad Ahmad Siddiqui in 14 days of judicial custody, in connection w

J&K | Two Uttar Pradesh Residents Injured After Vehicle Hits Divider In Bijbehara

Srinagar, Apr 3: Two persons from Uttar Pradesh were injured after their vehicle collided with divider at Donipora crossing in Sangam area of Bij

Kavita Kaushik Shares Insights on Her Role in Captain

Mumbai, April 4: The action-crime drama web series Captain is currently streaming on OTT platforms. The series is based on the story of SSP Samar

Kerala elections: CPI(M) urges Election Commission to ensure voting rights for employees on poll duty amid complexities of new system

Pakistan rejects media reports of collapse of initiative to facilitate U.S., Iran talks

Speculation emerged after a senior official of the Foreign Ministry briefed a select group of journalists on Pakistans efforts to find a negotiat

BJP Criticizes Telangana Government Over Rising School Fees

Hyderabad, April 4: The issue of rising school fees in Telangana is sparking outrage. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has raised questions about

Tamil Nadu Assembly polls: Congress functionaries stage protest seeking change of Erode (East) nominee

Rescue operation after Iran shoots U.S. fighter jet, one crew member missing

A U.S. fighter jet was shot down over Iran, with one crew member rescued and another still missing. A high-risk search is underway as Iran claims

Sexual abuse case: Kerala filmmaker Ranjith sent to three days police custody

His bail application will be considered on April 7. The prosecution has argued that his police custody was required in view of the serious nature

Indias Optimism Shines at IIM Raipur Graduation Ceremony

Raipur, April 4: External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar arrived in Raipur on Saturday morning. Upon his arrival at Raipur Airport, he was wa

Divya Bhartis Unfulfilled Dream of Romance on Screen with a Legendary Actor

Mumbai, April 4: In the 1990s, numerous actresses ruled the cinema, but one stood out for her rapid ascent in both South Indian and Hindi films.

Bihars Liquor Ban Remains Firm, Nitish Kumar to Decide Next Chief Minister: Umesh Singh Kushwaha

New Delhi, April 4: The political landscape in Bihar is heating up following the recent liquor tragedy in Motihari. The opposition is relentlessl

Uproar In J&K Assembly Over Ganderbal Encounter; Speaker Says Time-Bound Probe Ordered By LG

JAMMU, Apr 4: The Jammu and Kashmir Assembly witnessed uproar on the final day of the Budget Session on Saturday, with members of the National Co

No kosha, no aloo: Kolkatas Rannaghor by Sienna breaks all the rules

New Zealand Women Clinch ODI Series Against South Africa with 66-Run Victory

Wellington, April 4: The New Zealand womens cricket team secured the ODI series against South Africa, winning 2-1. In the decisive third ODI held

Stalin alleges Centres 3-language formula covert mechanism to impose Hindi

CHENNAI, Apr 4: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin, referring to the CBSEs recently unveiled curriculum framework, on Saturday alleged the so-c

Fast-growing wildfire in Southern California triggers evacuations

A Cal Fire map showed the fire burning in a recreational area near the city of Moreno Valley, which has a population of roughly 200,000. The city

Chief Minister Offers Prayers at Kashi Kotwal and Baba Vishwanath

Varanasi, April 4: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, the head of the Gorakhnath Peeth, visited Varanasi on Saturday. He offered prayers at the Baba

EC Adds 4,660 Booths for Heavy Voter Areas in Bengal Polls

With the addition of auxiliary polling stations, the total number of polling stations in the state now stands at 85,379

No adverts by political parties in print media on Apr 8, 9 without MCMC clearance: EC

Thiruvananthapuram, Apr 4: The Election Commission has directed all political parties and candidates contesting in the Kerala Assembly polls on A

Abhishek Banerjee Critiques BJPs Tactics Ahead of Bengal Elections

Kolkata, April 4: Abhishek Banerjee, the National General Secretary of the All India Trinamool Congress, has launched a sharp attack on the Bhara

Iran claims to have downed US A-10 Warthog near strategic Strait of Hormuz; releases footage

Downed planes spell new peril for Trump as Tehran hunts missing U.S. pilot

The prospect of a U.S. service person alive and on the run in Iran raises the stakes for Washington in a conflict with low public support among A

Tuberculosis rates spike in northern Saskatchewan, NDP alleges government withheld case information

Saskatchewan faces high tuberculosis rates, particularly in northern Indigenous communities, with infections significantly exceeding national ave

BJP Leader Annamalai Says Not In The Electoral Race

Right now, the party has given me the responsibility to campaign in Puducherry and Kerala till April 7 and from then till April 23 in Tamil Nadu,

Collapse of Tokyo's aging cherry blossom trees during viewing season raises safety concerns

Last year, 85 trees fell in Tokyo parks, injuring three people, and many were cherry trees, according to Masakazu Noguchi, a Tokyo metropolitan o

Pakistan Faces Financial Pressure as UAE Demands $3.5 Billion Loan Repayment

Islamabad, April 4: Pakistan has attempted to mediate the ongoing conflict between Iran and the United States. However, the country is now facing

Movie Bug Bit When I Was Seven: Ramesh Sippy Looks Back at 'Sholay' and How It All Started

The 79-year-old was born in Karachi and the family moved to Mumbai when he was just three.

Vicky Ostwal: Joining RCB is a Blessing, Learning a Lot

Bengaluru, April 4: In the IPL 2026, a thrilling match is set to take place on Sunday at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium between Royal Challengers Bengalu

Global shocks tested resilience; India held firm: EAM Jaishankar at IIM Raipur

India has successfully navigated global shocks and emerged stronger. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar highlighted this resilience. He addr

PSEB 5th, 8th result 2026 expected soon: Check official website, SMS, steps to download and more

Punjab School Education Board Class 5 and Class 8 results for 2026 are anticipated in the first week of April. Students can check their scorecard

Nita Ambanis Cultural Center Celebrates Three Years with Anupam Khers Play

Mumbai, April 4: On the night of April 3, a star-studded event took place at the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (NMACC) in Mumbai, celebratin

One killed, dozens hurt as football stadium event in Peru goes awry

60 injured during a flag-waving event popularly known as Matute at the Alejandro Villanueva Stadium in the Peruvian capital

TMC Announces Election Committees For 29 Seats

The ruling TMC announced election committees for 29 assembly constituencies in six districts of West Bengal.

IT Q4 Earnings to Benefit from Rupee Fall Amid AI, Geopolitical Concerns

The Nifty IT index has underperformed, declining around 24% over the past three months, led by concerns over AI-induced disruptions and a prolong

Diesel Prices in Cambodia Surge Over 100% Amid Middle East Conflict

Phnom Penh, April 4: The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has led to a significant oil crisis affecting Cambodia. The Ministry of Commerce ann

Five Dalit stories that changed how I read

These books pushed me to confront what I thought I understood and to sit with discomfort

Hyderabad Police Raid Godowns for Ripening Mangoes with Chemicals

Mangoes sourced from Batasingaram market were stored in 350 trays, which were stored in a godown

Tragic Collision in Bihar: Three Killed, Two Injured in Car-Bike Crash

Banka, April 4: A devastating collision between a car and a motorcycle in the Jalebiya Mor area of Banka district, Bihar, resulted in the deaths

Kerala Assembly Elections 2026 : Seasoned wall artists in Thiruvananthapuram on their role in election campaigning

As wall artists continue to play an important role in election campaign, a handful of them talk about their craft and what keeps them going

In Nalanda, faith turned fatal

On March 31, over 10,000 devotees, mostly women, thronged the Sheetla Mata temple in Nalanda, Bihar. The temple, which normally holds 500-1,000 p

Supreme Court Judge recuses from case after prior counsel role comes to light

In view of the development, the bench recalled its March 17 order and directed that the matter be listed before another bench, as may be directed

Why Delhi practised war-like air raid sirens, blackouts & evacuations across 17 locations. Heres what the drill was about

East Delhi conducted a two-day civil defence exercise across 17 locations, simulating air raids, blackouts, and evacuations to test emergency res

UP School Dropout Rate Falls To 3% From 19%, Says Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath

Out-of-school rates in Uttar Pradesh have reduced from 19 per cent to 3 per cent. This reflects the success of our continuous efforts to bring ev

OTT Window vs Theatrical Revenue: No Direct Link, Say Industry Voices

According to him, shorter OTT windows have conditioned audiences to skip theatres and wait for digital releases instead.

Bellamkonda Sai Sreenivas to Marry Kavya Reddy on April 29 in Tirumala

The wedding will take place on April 29 in the sacred town of Tirumala, known for its divine atmosphere and spiritual significance

IPL 2026: CSKs biggest concern for the rest of the tournament will be their bowling, says Gavaskar

CSK have lost their first two matches of the season, including a five-wicket defeat to Punjab Kings on April 3, 2026

China aims to show global leadership with Iran war diplomacy. US appears uninterested

China is actively pursuing a diplomatic role in the Iran war. It has proposed a five-point plan with Pakistan and is seeking support from Gulf na

Outrage in Gandarbal Encounter: National Conference and PDP Demand Investigation

Jammu, April 4: The recent encounter in Gandarbal, Jammu and Kashmir, has sparked significant outrage among local residents. Leaders from the rul

We Are Three Now, Says Rashmika, Triggering Curiosity Online

Rashmikas post has quickly gone viral, with many praising her imagination and the adorable storyline.

Kerala polls: UDF counters LDFs charges on Congress Wayanad rehab funds, promises audit post-project completion

Opposition Leader fends off questions on where Congress had parked the sizeable funds, ostensibly collected using a mobile phone application

Blueprints for a buzz: 6 architectural firms redefine the Indian bar

From New Delhi to Bengaluru, six bars rethink the night scene with design elements channeling gothic chalets and Mexican cantinas

Sakina Itoo, Waheed Para Clash In J&K Assembly Over PDP Blame

Jammu, Apr 4: The Jammu and Kashmir Assembly witnessed an uproar on Saturday as a sharp exchange broke out between Cabinet Minister Sakina Itoo a

Forget Democracy: Burkina Faso Military Leader To Citizens

Ibrahim Traore has said that there would be no elections until Burkina Faso was safe enough for everyone to vote.

I chose not to contest: Annamalai rebukes claims of being denied BJP ticket, says focus is on NDA campaign

BJP leader K Annamalai clarified he is not contesting in the upcoming elections, having chosen to focus on campaigning for BJP and NDA candidates

Four militants arrested near Myanmar border in Manipur

Intelligence-based combing, cordon-and-search operations are being carried out extensively to nab those involved in extortion and criminal activi

Overnight light rain in parts of Delhi

Yellow alert for rain and thunderstorms has been issued by the India Meteorological department in Delhi

Israel-Iran war: Downed planes spell new peril for Trump as Tehran hunts missing US pilot

Iran is searching for a missing American pilot after two warplanes were shot down. Two airmen have been rescued. The incidents highlight ongoing

Heavy Rain and Hailstorm Alert for Over 20 Districts in Rajasthan

Jaipur, April 4: The Indian Meteorological Department has issued an alert for heavy rain and hailstorms in more than 20 districts of Rajasthan. T

Can Using Ozempic Cause Your Hair To Fall Out? Experts Explain

Ozempic can lead to potential thinning of hair strands. Here is what Dr Neha Shah, Dr Sharmatha, Dr Narayanan A, Dr Gaurang Krishna, and Dr Krish

Nashik man held for sexual exploitation after extortion probe unearths 121 obscene videos

A probe has revealed that the senior citizen sexually exploited several women and shot obscene videos of them; the police have appealed to women

Don't think there is a thing called finishers anymore: CSK coach Fleming

Opener Priyansh Arya's 11-ball 39 provided a flying start to PBKS' chase of 210 and fellow batter Shashank Singh praised him for his mental clari

Watch: NASA's Artemis II Astronauts Exercise, Cook In Space During Moon Mission

This marks the first time in over 50 years that astronauts on a NASA mission will fly around the Moon.

Aditya Dhar Sends Legal Notice Amid Plagiarism Allegations

The situation now appears headed for a legal showdown, with both parties standing their ground and the industry closely watching how the case unf

Collision Between Two Cars in Navi Mumbai Leaves No Serious Injuries

Mumbai, April 4: A collision occurred late Friday night on Palm Beach Road in Navi Mumbai between a Honda City and a Swift Dzire. Fortunately, no

Italian court rules Netflix price-hike clauses are void, orders refunds

Netflix is the worlds largest video streaming company, offering films and television series in dozens of languages across more than 190 countries

West Bengal elections: Pre-planned experiment sponsored by TMC, says BJP's Shehzad Poonawalla on Malda incident

Bharatiya Janata Party spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla accused the Trinamool Congress of sponsoring violence in Malda. He stated the main accused

Keralam Polls: Ageing Voters In State Seek Security, Dignity

Keralam's ageing population currently at 16.5 per cent - the highest in the country and senior citizens form a significant, powerful voting bloc.

Iran executes two linked to Opposition group: reports

The group said the two men executed on Saturday (April 4) were arrested in January 2024 and had their death sentences upheld in December 2025.

Golden Dome, War Funds And Cuts: Inside Trump's Defence Proposal

The $1.5 trillion sought for the Pentagon would amount to about 4.5 percent of the nation's gross domestic product.

In Overseas Child Custody Battle, Delhi High Court's Deep Roots In India Order

The Delhi High Court was hearing cross petitions filed by divorced parents seeking custody of their minor daughter, who was born in the United St

EC Offers Free Rides, Halwa to Boost Youth Voting in Kerala

Kelkar said that the voters in the 18-30 age group number around 50 lakh in Kerala, but this significant electorate is not very interested in ele

Artemis astronauts are halfway to the moon: NASA

The four Artemis astronauts are now halfway to the Moon. Their Orion spacecraft is travelling towards a planned lunar flyby. NASA confirmed the m

'Peaky Blinders' will enter new era with Jamie Bell as Duke Shelby in sequel series

Also joining the cast for the show, which has received an order for two new six-episode seasons, are Stranger Things alum Charlie Heaton as co-le

Tehran rejects 48-hour ceasefire proposal from U.S., Iranian media, says Iranian media

The refusal highlights a continued hardening of Tehrans position amidst the current regional situation

Amritsar Police Arrest Youth with IED and Suspicious Materials

Amritsar, April 4: The Punjab police in Amritsar have arrested a young man found in possession of an improvised explosive device (IED) and other

Russian oil terminals under attack unable to accept shipments for second week, sources say

Ukrainian drone strikes have crippled Russia's oil export terminals at Ust-Luga and Primorsk. Refineries are now seeking costlier rail routes to

This Russian City Is Asking Companies To Nominate Employees For Military Service

Ryazan Governor Pavel Malkov has signed an order asking large firms in the region to shortlist employees as candidates for military service.

Single-Session Dual Arrhythmia Ablation: Kauvery Hospital Achieves Breakthrough in High-Risk Cardiac Care through Cryoablation and RF ablation

Cryoablation: A procedure that treats abnormal heart rhythms by freezing the faulty electrical pathways in the heart. RF (Radiofrequency) Ablatio

France announces crisis loans for firms hit by fuel-price surge

France said Friday it was launching an emergency loan programme to help small and medium-sized businesses exposed to soaring fuel prices driven b

Breaking News Live: TMC leader Hafijul Molla Pradhan arrested in South 24 Parganas over threat allegations

TVK Leader Vijay Campaigns in Puducherry with Limited Rally Attendance

Puducherry, April 4: As the assembly elections approach, political activities in the Union Territory of Puducherry have intensified. Tamilaga Vet

Iran executes two linked to opposition group, media say

Iran carried out the executions of two men on Saturday. The men were convicted of links to the People's Mojahedin Organisation of Iran and armed

Bihar LPG shortage forces migrant workers to return home amid supply disruptions

A shortage of LPG cylinders in Bihar is forcing migrant workers to return to their hometowns, as access to cooking gas becomes increasingly diffi

Bengal Officers Held Hostage Had A Foreboding. They Complained A Week Before

Nearly a week before the hostage incident, the officers, in a letter to Malda District Magistrate, the district's top official, had expressed pal

Three held for repackaging, selling expired food in Delhis Dwarka

Deputy Commissioner of Police Harsh Indora said, The accused erased original manufacturing and expiry dates, and batch numbers using thinner, and

Earthquake in Northern Afghanistan Claims Eight Lives

Kabul, April 4: A powerful earthquake measuring 5.9 on the Richter scale struck northern Afghanistan, resulting in the tragic deaths of at least

Drone, missile strike kills one in Russias Rostov: Governor

Falling drone debris also hit a foreign-flagged cargo vessel in the Sea of Azov, causing a fire, while air defences destroyed drones over Taganro

The Colorful Dance of Phytoplankton: A Key to Climate Health

New Delhi, April 4: The Earth, from oceans to mountains, is filled with mysteries. One such enigma is the vibrant spectacle of phytoplankton bloo