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Iran Tightens Control Of Hormuz After US Calls Off Renewed Attacks

Iran demands lifting of US naval blockade for full ceasefire, says Qalibaf

23 Apr 2026 12:21 pm
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 chain

23 Apr 2026 12:21 pm
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

23 Apr 2026 12:11 pm
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.

23 Apr 2026 11:44 am
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

23 Apr 2026 11:42 am
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 layer of curiosity within film circles.

23 Apr 2026 11:39 am
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

23 Apr 2026 11:36 am
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 hospitality

23 Apr 2026 11:33 am
China's Xpeng Expects To Start Delivering Flying Cars In 2027

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

23 Apr 2026 11:18 am
APSDMA Warns of Severe Heatwaves in 90 mandals across AP

Severe heatwave and heatwave conditions are likely to prevail in several mandals across the state today: APSDMA Managing Director Prakhar Jain

23 Apr 2026 11:02 am
Deepika Padukone: Team Raaka Dismisses Rumors Amid Pregnancy News

Directed by Atlee and produced by Sun Pictures, Raaka remains one of the most highly anticipated projects in Indian cinema.

23 Apr 2026 10:48 am
EC Seeks Report on Allegation of Voter Intimidation in Murshidabad's Domkal

In Raipur village, under the Domkal Assembly constituency, several people claimed that armed people were staying in the area since early morning, creating an atmosphere of fear.

23 Apr 2026 10:28 am
100 Per Cent Confident of Winning, says AIADMK Chief Palaniswami

Speaking to reporters after exercising his franchise in Siluvampalayam in the district, the AIADMK general secretary said people should turn up in large numbers and fulfill their democratic obligation today.

23 Apr 2026 10:18 am
TGSRTC Strike Enters 2nd Day; Buses Stay in Depots

Following the RTC strike, passengers faced several hardships since morning to reach their destination

23 Apr 2026 10:17 am
Vijay Urges EC to Extend Polling Hours till 8 pm

TVK chief writes to Election Commission of India citing voter delays, travel disruptions, and long queues across constituencies including Tiruchirappalli East and Perambur

23 Apr 2026 10:11 am
Cricket Lover Venkatesh Became SRHs Ultimate Mascot This Week

A curious internet user sparked a frenzy by asking who the man with the flag was.

23 Apr 2026 9:40 am
Kamal Haasan, Ajith Kumar, Rajinikanth Cast Votes in Chennai

MNM chief and actor Kamal Haasan, along with his daughter Shruti Haasan, arrived at Alwarpet School to cast their votes

23 Apr 2026 9:25 am
Suvendu Urges Peaceful Polling in Nandigram, Bhabanipur

Suvendu Adhikari cast his vote at a polling station in Nandigram

23 Apr 2026 8:56 am
Veteran Telugu Filmmaker Tripuraneni Chittibabu Passes Away at 71

YS Jagan conveyed his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family and prayed that they find the strength to cope with this profound loss.

23 Apr 2026 8:35 am
Venkatesh, Kavya Maran Celebrate SRH Victory; Video Goes Viral

Venkatesh is a familiar face at major cricket matches across the globe.

23 Apr 2026 8:27 am
Voting Begins for Baramati, Rahuri Assembly Bypolls in Maharashtra

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar, who is contesting from Baramati, has urged voters to support her as a tribute to her late husband Ajit Pawar

23 Apr 2026 7:59 am
PM Modi Urges High Voter Turnout in Tamil Nadu, West Bengal

In a post on X, the Prime Minister described voting as a sacred duty of democracy and encouraged citizens to take part enthusiastically

23 Apr 2026 7:36 am
LIVE: Iran Says Wont Reopen Hormuz as Long as US Blockade Remains

The conflict has already sent gas prices skyrocketing far beyond the region and raised the cost of food and a wide array of other products .

23 Apr 2026 7:20 am
LIVE: West Bengal 2026 Polls: Phase 1 Voting in 152 Seats Begins

The state will witness two phases of polling in the Assembly elections 2026, with the second phase scheduled to take place on April 29

23 Apr 2026 6:51 am
11 Killed in Multi-Vehicle Collision in UP's Mirzapur

According to police reports, a truck rear-ended multiple vehicles, including a car, an SUV, and a trailer

23 Apr 2026 6:42 am
LIVE: Mock Polling Begins in Tamil Nadu Ahead of Voting

The Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly elections are being held in a single phase today

23 Apr 2026 6:22 am
Complaints Pour In On The Eve Of Polls

Several candidates and others filed specific complaints of irregularities by political parties and party leaders appealed to their party members to cast their votes in the forenoon and beat the broiling summer heat.

23 Apr 2026 3:11 am
Release Retirement Benefits To Ex Staffer Of Court: Telangana HC

The petitioner, who superannuated six months ago, has not yet received his retirement benefits amounting to approximately 90 lakh, including General Provident Fund (GPF) and other dues.

23 Apr 2026 3:10 am
GHMC Rolls Out Summer Heatwave Plan

Heatwave warnings based on IMD data are now displayed on digital boards at major traffic junctions, alongside multimedia campaigns on official social media platforms.

23 Apr 2026 3:00 am
Animal Welfare Day Observed

The district collector said that four multi-specialty hospitals are currently operational in the district to provide medical treatment to animals.

23 Apr 2026 2:56 am
Didi: Will Restore Valid Voters' Names, Earlier Axed In SIR

Hours after the release of the appellate tribunals first supplementary list of the voters in the morning, Ms Banerjee told a poll campaign rally at Amdanga in North 24 Parganas, Those who will cast your votes tomorrow, please check the supplementary list.

23 Apr 2026 2:49 am
Woman Confronts BJP Minister For Causing Traffic Jam

The BJP on Tuesday had organised a protest in support of womens reservation in Parliament in Mumbais posh Worli area. The protest caused a major traffic jam, with several commuters reportedly stranded for hours.

23 Apr 2026 2:42 am
Riteish Supports Government Move Making Marathi Must For Cab Drivers

According to officials, Riteish and Genelia will serve as brand ambassadors for the next five years and will participate in its campaigns about road safety, passenger awareness and social messages.

23 Apr 2026 2:35 am
Maharashtra Cabinet Clears CBG Policy 2026 To Turn Waste Into Energy

According to the Urban Development Department, nearly 50 per cent of Maharashtra is urbanised. The state generates about 24,500 tonnes of municipal solid waste daily, of which 5060 per cent is biodegradable.

23 Apr 2026 2:30 am
SP Orders Safety Steps At Accident-Prone Highway Curve In Markapur

Reflective radium stickers were installed on roadside gates, and convex mirrors set up to improve visibility at the blind turn, aiding motorists during night and low-visibility conditions.

23 Apr 2026 2:20 am
Violations Found In Food Processing Unit, Sealed

During the inspection, around 1,000 kg of raw onions and 70 kg of fried onions were destroyed.

23 Apr 2026 2:11 am
Telangana Team Explores Finland School Model

The delegation visited a government school in Helsinki on April 22 as part of a five-day teacher exposure and educational exchange programme from April 20 to 24.

23 Apr 2026 2:01 am
Karimnagar Police Launches Drive Against Unlicensed Moped Riders

The initiative, at the behest of city police commissioner Goush Alam, follows a worrying trend of moped users, mostly farmers and small traders, increasingly becoming victims of fatal accidents due to a lack of safety awareness and proper licensing system.

23 Apr 2026 1:54 am
SBI Official Held For 6.87 Crore Loan Fraud In East Godavari

Police said Dora, in collusion with Kavali Venkata Narasimham, fraudulently sanctioned the loans between June 15 and September 4, 2019.

23 Apr 2026 1:47 am
Ponguleti Dares Opposition To Show Any Welfare Scheme Dropped By Congress Govt

Allegations by the BRS in this respect are baseless, the minister said while distributing the Kalyana Lakshmi and Shaadi Mubarak cheques to 27 beneficiaries at Khammam.

23 Apr 2026 1:42 am
JNTUH VC Named AICTE South Central Chairman

Reddy brings prior experience within AICTE, having served as adviser for research and institutional development at its New Delhi office.

23 Apr 2026 1:36 am
Fire Dept Eyes EV Safety, Evaluation

The visit covered the rapidly developing Kokapet corridor, including the charge zone EV public charging station, as well as a nearby residential enclave.

23 Apr 2026 1:29 am
Man Climbs HT Tower, Threatens To Die By Suicide

Locals alerted police after spotting him with a lighter and petrol can.

23 Apr 2026 1:20 am
158 Homeless Rehabilitated in GHMC, CMC Drive

Shelter, care provided under Praja Palana initiative across city zones

23 Apr 2026 1:15 am
Defence Scientists Stress Importance Of Detecting Hostile Drones

Electronics and communication systems director general B.K. Das said counter drone technologies are now central to national security

23 Apr 2026 1:13 am
Two Inspectors Forced To Take VR After Busting of Honey Trap Gang in Anantapur

Victims blackmailed via social media; police hunt more accused

23 Apr 2026 1:05 am
AP HC Serves Notices to AP, NMC on PG Doctors Working Hours

A division bench headed by Chief Justice Dhiraj Singh Thakur and Justice Challa Gunaranjan held a hearing on a PIL (public interest litigation) filed by Dr. Ala Venkateswarlu on Wednesday.

23 Apr 2026 12:48 am
Verdict Doesn't Mean a Clean Chit to Anyone: Uttam

The minister also said todays judgment does not preclude the CBI from taking up an investigation into matters related to the Kaleshwaram project and Medigadda barrage, as already sought by the Telangana government.

23 Apr 2026 12:44 am
Water Crisis Looms Over Karimnagar

LMD levels plunge, urgent call for Mid-Manair release

23 Apr 2026 12:42 am
Fuel Supplies Steady Across State, Rumours Scoffed At

A statelevel coordinator for oil marketing companies said availability of petrol, diesel and liquefied petroleum gas was sufficient to meet current demand. He added that companies were closely monitoring the supply situation and taking steps to streamline logistics and expedite deliveries.

23 Apr 2026 12:41 am