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Himachal Pradesh: Fresh western disturbance likely; wet spell expected in high hills

The weather remained mainly dry in Himachal Pradesh over the past 24 hours since Saturday evening, with traces of snowfall in Koksar, 7.8 mm of r

At Least 18 Killed In Massive Explosion At Virudhunagar Firecracker Unit

Over 100 labourers were reportedly engaged in work in the complex.

Varun Chakaravarthy completes 200 T20 wickets during KKR vs RR IPL 2026 match

Indian spinner Varun Chakaravarthy achieved a career milestone of 200 T20 wickets. He reached this mark during the IPL 2026 match between Kolkata

IPL 2026, PBKS vs LSG LIVE: LSG Wins Toss and Opts To Bowl

PBKS, the only unbeaten side so far, have looked ominous this season with four wins from five matches, with one game against Kolkata Knight Rider

Deepika, Ranveer expecting second child

Baby due in September, same month Dua was born in 2024

Political Maneuvering Against Women: Awadhesh Prasads Strong Critique of the Government

Lucknow, April 19: Following the failure to pass the Womens Reservation Bill in the Lok Sabha, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation

DGP empanelment meeting for Tamil Nadu likely to be deferred again

The UPSC convenes meeting on April 23, State says the Chief Secretary and Home Secretary cannot attend since polling day for Assembly election

Cong Demands Implementation of Women's Quota Law, marches to BJP Office

Among those present were senior leaders, including All India Mahila Congress president Alka Lamba, Delhi Women's Congress chief Pushpa Singh and

Chittoor and Sri Sathya Sai districts issue heatwave advisory

Eight drown in two separate incidents in State

Assembly polls: ECI action against 11,000 unlawful social media posts

While assembly elections have already taken place in Assam, Kerala and Puducherry, they will take place in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal later this

DMK announces super six election promises for Chennai

Completing Metro Rail network extension works by 2028, 1,000 mini-buses and a world-class centre for AI among other promises announced by DMK ahe

Quote of the day by Stephenie Meyer: I like the night. Without the dark, we'd never Compelling words by the Twilight author that inspire hope beyond lifes shadows

Quote of the day: As literature continues to shape conversations around mental health, personal growth, and emotional resilience, voices like Ste

Next Round of India-US Trade Talks to Begin on April 20 in Washington D.C.

New Delhi, April 19: The next round of discussions regarding the proposed Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA) between India and the United States wil

Defeat of Constitution (Amendment) Bill a victory for democracy: Sunny Joseph

He says by using womens reservation as a front, the BJP was trying to increase the Lok Sabha seats in States ruled by it to guarantee an election

PM's Address Violated Model Code Of Conduct: CPI MP Alleges In Letter To CEC

CPI MP P Sandosh Kumar alleges that PM Modi's address, delivered when the MCC is in force in five states, was political in nature and selective n

MP- Special Assembly Session To Pass Censure Motion Against Opposition For Defeating Women Quota Bill: CM Yadav

We are going to expose those who deprived women of their rights: Madhya Pradesh chief minister Mohan Yadav

Minister launches feeder canal project to boost water supply in Sathya Sai district

The project, grounded under the VB-G RAM G and Jaladhara initiatives, is expected to provide irrigation to nearly 200 acres and enhance the recha

Woman rescued after suicide bid at IDL Lake in Kukatpally

Mahamastakabhisheka to be held in Karkala from February 18 to February 28, 2027

Leopard found dead after suspected territorial fight in Chittoor district

Indian Tanker Clears Hormuz as Two Vessels Turn Back After Firing

Crude oil tanker Desh Garima, with 31 Indian seafarers onboard, crossed the strategic waterway on April 18 and is expected to reach Mumbai on Apr

Election Commission Issues Strict Guidelines on Social Media Use During Elections

New Delhi, April 19: The Election Commission of India has issued a stern warning regarding the dissemination of misinformation and fake content o

CPI slams Centre over delimitation, Womens Bill linkage

Ramakrishna accuses the Union government of undermining federal balance, calls for unconditional implementation of Womens Reservation Act and urg

Fanny Angelina Hesse: the woman who changed microbiology with a kitchen jelly

No one imagined that a domestic ingredient could resolve a foundational problem. Fanny Angelina Hesses suggestion to replace gelatin with agar, c

South Korean President Lee Calls for Swift Appointment of Special Inspector General for Corruption Investigations

Seoul, April 19: South Korean President Lee Jae-myung has reiterated his demand for the National Assembly to expedite the appointment of a Specia

Astroguide for Monday, April 20, 2026

Star: Rohini till 2.08 am (Tuesday)

Operation Octopus 2.0: 52 arrested, including 32 bank officials, in pan-India cyber fraud crackdown by Hyderabad Police

Rajasthan Royals vs Kolkata Knight Riders match: KKR skipper Ajinkya Rahane registers record 12th duck as opener in IPL

Kolkata Knight Riders captain Ajinkya Rahane has set a new IPL record for the most ducks as an opener. He was dismissed for a duck against Rajast

IPL 2026 PBKS vs LSG pitch report and weather forecast at Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur

IPL 2026 Punjab Kings vs Lucknow Super Giants Weather Forecast : Punjab Kings, the sole unbeaten team, face a struggling Lucknow Super Giants in

BJPs Kanniyakumari focus, TVKs entry unlikely to alter ground reality: S. Rajesh Kumar

Ajinkya Rahane Sets Unwanted IPL Record with Duck in 2026 Match

Kolkata, April 19: In the 28th match of IPL 2026, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) faced off against Rajasthan Royals (RR) at Eden Gardens on Sunday.

Nara Bhuvaneswari donates 76 lakh to Anna Canteens on hubby Naidus birthday

The amount will be used to serve meals free of cost in the 269 canteens across Andhra Pradesh on April 20

Attack on Sikhs in Italy Leaves Two Indians Dead

Rome, April 19: Two Indian nationals were shot dead in Covo, Italy. This tragic incident occurred as they were exiting a warehouse used as a plac

Hassan MP meets Union Minister, seeks upgradation of highway

Srisailam to celebrate Shankara Jayanthi on April 21

Kanyakumari turns into rare national battleground as Congress, BJP, TVK lock horns

Kanyakumari's politics differ from Tamil Nadu's. National parties lead here. Congress promotes secularism. BJP seeks Hindu support. TVK presents

Vice-President to attend Central University convocation on Wednesday

C.P. Radhakrishnan who is the chief guest will deliver the convocation address

Jitendra Singh Defends Womens Reservation Bill as BJPs Core Ideological Commitment

Shimla, April 19: Central Minister Jitendra Singh launched a verbal attack on Congress and the India alliance regarding the Nari Shakti Vandan Ad

Many anti-social elements taking part in night torch rallies: Manipur Police

Night torch rallies at Singjamei and Sagolband in Imphal West district and Khurai in Imphal East district turned violent with security forces fir

Man detained for creating panic in apartment complex in Malakpet in inebriated state

Fire dept. holds large-scale awareness programme for RWAs during National Fire Service Week

States borrowings cross 80,000 crore during 2025-26

States limit was pegged at 71,400 crore by the Union Govt. for the year

Vandalism of Ambedkar statue sparks protest in Ghaziabad, suspects detained

The statue was found damaged on Sunday morning, following which activists of the BSP and other outfits held a sit-in on the Delhi-Saharanpur High

NDA Prioritizing Political Power Over Constitutional Values: Manoj Jha

Patna, April 19: Manoj Jha, a Member of Parliament from the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), has raised concerns regarding Prime Ministers address to

CTIL Hosts Panel Discussion on WTO Ruling Regarding International Subsidies

New Delhi, April 19: The Center for Trade and Investment Law (CTIL) at the Indian Institute of Foreign Trade organized a panel discussion on the

Pakistan tightens security in Islamabad ahead of U.S.-Iran talks

President Donald Trump said U.S. negotiators will be in Pakistan on Monday (April 21, 2026) to resume talks on ending the war with Iran

Justin Bieber tour date: When is it? Justin Bieber Coachella weekend 2 performance offers hints?

Justin Bieber tour date related buzz has gripped the social media platforms after singer's Coachella weekend 2 performance.

Journalist Ganesh Prabhu dies at 61 in Manipal

'No More Mr Nice Guy': Trump warns, 'US going to knock out every single power plant, bridge' in Iran

Tamil Nadu election 2026: Negative human-wildlife interactions a major issue in Gudalur constituency

The constituency is home to a considerable number of Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups, including the Kurumbas, Kattunayakans and Paniyas.

PM Modi Relishes Jhalmuri Amidst Election Campaign in West Bengal

Jhargram, April 19: Prime Minister Narendra Modi enjoyed a local delicacy, jhalmuri, during his election campaign in West Bengal. He visited a sh

Labour Party fields Rajeev Metri for parliamentary polls in Wales

Yogi Government to Provide Free Space for Women in Sugarcane Cooperatives

Lucknow, April 19: The Yogi government has decided to empower women economically by offering free space in sugarcane cooperatives for employment

Election season boosts business for garland makers in Tiruchi

The garland makers in Tiruchi have come up with several innovative concepts to cater to various political parties; sharp rise in input costs is a

Trump accuses Iran of 'total violation' of ceasefire, threatens new attacks unless it takes deal

In a heated exchange, US President Donald Trump labels Iran's actions as a breach of the ceasefire agreement, warning of severe repercussions inc

NDA Women Leaders Condemn Opposition After Bills Failure

Patna, April 19: Following the failure of the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill in the Lok Sabha, women leaders from the NDA launched a fierce

Enthusiasm Soars as PM Modi Addresses Rally in Bankura, Promises End to TMCs Tyranny

Bankura, April 19: On Sunday, a large crowd gathered in Bankura to hear Prime Minister Narendra Modi speak at a rally. The excitement among the l

DK Consumer Commission directs BSNL to pay a consumer 30,000 for deficiency in service

LeT's 'Khargosh' Found In Saudi Arabia, Used Fake Passport

Efforts are being made through diplomatic channels to bring him back to India and seek his deportation from the Gulf country.

Body of missing Assam polling official retrieved

Cornelius Kindu had exited the Sarpo Kathar Lower Primary School polling station on April 9, citing illness

BigBasket warehouse in Hyderabads Kompally flagged for licence violation, food safety lapses

PBKS vs LSG playing 11: Probable squads, head to head record for todays IPL match

Punjab Kings take on Lucknow Super Giants in todays IPL 2026 clash, with probable playing 11s and head-to-head record highlighting an even rivalr

Trump Issues Stark Warning to Iran: We Will Destroy Every Power Plant and Bridge

Washington, April 19: U.S. President Donald Trump has once again issued a stern warning to Iran. Accusing the country of violating ceasefire agre

Additional security forces to arrive in Manipur after West Bengal elections: Minister

Mine and bulletproof vehicles have already started coming. After the Bengal elections on April 23 and April 29, all the withdrawn forces, along w

Ananya Nagalla Clarifies On Instagram Subscription

At a time when it was only a strategy to increase hype, since the subscription is only to see exclusive content, Ananya Nagalla has given a clari

Punjab Kings vs Lucknow Super Giants Live Score Updates, IPL 2026: Lucknow's bowling attack shows promise despite recent struggles

Iran says final deal still far off as Hormuz Strait shuttered

On April 22, Tehran declared the Strait of Hormuz, through which a fifth of the worlds oil and liquefied natural gas usually transits, open after

Gujarat Titans Aim for Victory Against Struggling Mumbai Indians in IPL 2026

Ahmedabad, April 19: The 30th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 is set to take place on Monday between Gujarat Titans (GT) and Mumbai

Man killed in Belagavi

Donald Trump says U.S. officials will be in Pakistan for negotiations

The U.S. President reiterated that Were offering a very fair and reasonable DEAL, and I hope they take it because, if they dont, the United State

LeTs Khargosh flees India, surfaces in Saudi Arabia via fake identity

A Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorist, Umer Harris, has reportedly escaped India to Saudi Arabia using a forged passport. Srinagar Police investigations ha

Constitution Amendment Bill moved in haste, without consultation: D.K. Shivakumar

He terms the defeat of the Bill in the Parliament as a humiliation to the BJP-led NDA government and a victory to the Congress-led INDIA bloc

Watch: Indias LPG supply tightens in March; Domestic demand prioritised

Indias LPG consumption fell nearly 13% in March to 2.379 million tonnes, as supply disruptions linked to the West Asia conflict impacted availabi

Top news of the day: Left parties move ECI alleging MCC violation against PM Modis address; Iran to resume international flights from Mashhad airport on April 20, and more

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Doctor Explains How Supplements And High-Protein Diets Can Impact Liver Health

Fitness should enhance health, not put it at risk. While protein is crucial for muscle growth and recovery, more is not always better.

Eight of Indias Top Ten Companies See Market Cap Surge of 1.87 Lakh Crore

New Delhi, April 19: Eight of the top ten companies in India experienced a remarkable increase in market capitalization, rising by 1.87 lakh cror

Sankara Jayanti tomorrow

Delhi govt drafts semiconductor policy, aimed at investment and employment: CM Rekha Gupta

Delhi is developing a new semiconductor policy to boost youth skilling and attract global investment. This initiative aims to establish the capit

Delhi Bets Big On Semiconductors, Eyes Chip Hub Status With New Policy

Delhi has entered the semiconductor race, with the government drafting a policy to build capacity in chip design, research and related segments,

10+ Feared Dead in Tamil Nadu Firecracker Manufacturing Unit Blast

The blast occurred when about 30 workers were engaged in routine manufacturing related processes at the firecrackers unit at Kattanarpatti

Jharkhand Congress Accuses Government of Deceiving Women Under the Guise of Reservation

Ranchi, April 19: The Jharkhand Pradesh Congress Committee has accused the central government of deceiving half the population of the country und

Alan Border Rings in IPL 2026 Match at Eden Gardens

Kolkata, April 19: The 28th match of IPL 2026 features the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) facing off against the Rajasthan Royals (RR) this Sunday.

Congress marches to BJP office in Delhi, demands women's reservation on current Lok Sabha strength

The protest, led by Delhi Congress president Devender Yadav, saw party workers march towards the BJP headquarters, raising slogans as part of the

Rat poison found in HiPP baby food jar in Austria, police say

Rat poison has been discovered in HiPP baby food jars in Austria. This has prompted a recall from 1,500 SPAR supermarkets across the country. Pol

Watch | Congress insulted women on quota bill: Jitan Ram Manjhi

Tamil Nadu polls: Amit Shah to visit Chennai, offer prayers at Kapaleeshwarar Temple, lead roadshow in Mylapore

Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections 2026: Union Home Minister Amit Shah campaigned in Tamil Nadu ahead of the upcoming polls. He visited a temple and h

US-Iran War Live Updates: US Delegation To Visit Islamabad On Monday For Iran Talks, Trump Announces

US-Iran War, Ceasefire, Peace Talks Updates: The war is in its eighth week and has sent oil prices surging because of the closure of the Strait o

Tragic Explosion at Firecracker Factory in Tamil Nadu Claims 18 Lives

Virudhunagar, April 19: A devastating explosion occurred at the Vanja Firecracker Factory in Kattanarpatti, near Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nad

No More Mr Nice Guy, Time For Iran Killing Machine To End: Trump's Latest Threat

No More Mr Nice Guy, Time For Iran Killing Machine To End: Trump's Latest Threat