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Weapons Seized from Minor Ahead of Bengal Assembly Elections

Kolkata, April 9: Kolkatas Special Task Force made a significant discovery on Wednesday, apprehending a minor from Bihar who was found in possess

Shippers seek clarity as Iran still controls Strait of Hormuz

Indian vessels await government clearance; more than 25 India-bound ships still stuck

Sasmit Patra offers to quit as BJD Parliamentary Party leader in Rajya Sabha

While the immediate reason for Mr. Patras decision remains unclear, several BJD Rajya Sabha MPs are learnt to have favoured his removal from the

Transgender law:HCseeks Centres reply onpleas challengingpetitions

Petitioner argued that the amendment has serious practical consequences, as legal recognition of gender identity directly affects access to ident

Womens Participation in Indias Political System Secured: Sonia Nityanand

Lucknow, April 9: Sonia Nityanand, the Vice-Chancellor of KGMU and a Padma Shri awardee, has stated that the Womens Reservation Bill ensures wome

Manipur CM Reviews Security Measures Following Deadly Blast

Imphal, April 9: Following a devastating blast in Bishnupur district that resulted in the deaths of two children and injuries to their mother, Ma

Haryana govt. announces wage revision amid strike by contractual workers in Gurugram

Mudra loans cross Rs 40 lakh crore, Nirmala Sitharaman hails MSME credit push

The Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana has empowered millions of entrepreneurs. Over 577.9 million loans totaling 40.07 lakh crore have been disbursed s

Bangladesh Welcomes Ceasefire Amid Middle East Tensions as a Step Towards Peace

New Delhi, April 9: Amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East, Bangladesh has welcomed the recent ceasefire, calling it a significant and positive

The other side of sport mastering manufacturing

Critical structural problems are preventing Indias sports equipment industry from reaching its full potential

NTPC inks MoU with lectricit de France for cooperation in nuclear power generation

NTPC intends to have 30GW nuclear capacity by 2047

Storytelling festival at Mulanthuruthy

Founders Son of Khan Chacha Restaurant Chain Arrested in Cybercrime Scandal

New Delhi, April 9: The Delhi Police arrested the son of the founder of the famous restaurant chain Khan Chacha on Wednesday in connection with a

Urdu Workshop Conducted in TU

Speaking on the occasion, the Vice-Chancellor said that quality research is essential in the present era and emphasised the need to integrate it

Over 13,000 Strikes in Operation Epic Fury; 13 U.S. Soldiers Killed

Washington, April 9: The Pentagon announced on Wednesday that the United States conducted over 13,000 strikes during Operation Epic Fury. This ex

A respite: On the two-week U.S.-Iran ceasefire

U.S. should not allow Israel to sabotage the ceasefire with Iran

Campaigning turns intense as leaders step up bid to woo voters

BIACH&RI to Host ISDE India Edition 2026

The two-day scientific programme will feature international faculty from seven countries alongside leading Indian experts, showcasing cutting-edg

Navjot Kaur Sidhu to Lead Her Party in Punjab Elections, Criticizes Bhagwant Mann

New Delhi, April 9: Navjot Kaur Sidhu announced in Chandigarh that she will be the face of her party in the upcoming Punjab elections. She emphas

Brittany Mahomes shares adorable family moment with daughter Golden amid Patrick Mahomes' recovery

Brittany Mahomes shared a delightful video of their 14-month-old daughter, Golden, playfully snatching bread and closing her mom's takeout contai

Together, let us empower Nari Shakti

It is imperative that the 2029 Lok Sabha elections and Assembly Elections are held with women's reservation in place

Madhya Pradesh Registers Over 1.9 Million Farmers for Wheat Procurement

Bhopal, April 9: Wheat procurement in Madhya Pradesh is set to commence on April 9. This season, there has been a significant increase in farmer

Hospital Suppliers Flag Payment Delays, Seek Govt Action

The Telangana Small Scale Industries (reserved items) Association has issued an urgent appeal to the minister for health, medical and family welf

Bihar Police Cracks Down on Land Mafia, Political Ripples Emerge

Patna, April 9: The Bihar police have intensified their crackdown on land mafias. The arrest of a major figure has stirred political circles, as

At long last: On Kalpakkam reactor criticality, Indias regulatory regime

India must now revamp its nuclear regulatory regime

ET Graphics: Battle for Kerala, Assam and Puducherry 5.3 crore voters, high-stakes contests, and key seats that will decide it all

Assembly elections for Kerala (140 seats), Assam (126) and UT of Puducherry (30) will be held on Thursday. Following Phase II of the special inte

Metro Rail to have washrooms in paid area in Phase II stretch

Cabinet Committee hikes HPCL Rajasthan Refinery project cost by 84% to 79,459 crore

Hindustan Petroleum would be infusing 8,962 crore of additional equity investment.

Lift Irrigation Pumps Being Abused, Will Be Damaged, Warns Harish Rao

In a letter to Irrigation Minister N. Uttam Kumar Reddy, he urged that the practice be stopped immediately and that pumps be operated for longer

Patient undergoes robotic surgery with two sets of surgeons, one sitting 1500 km away/

Randomisation for polling personnel held

Telangana, German State Partner For Skilled Workforce Across Key Sectors

Both sides expressed commitment to creating structured and transparent legal pathways for skilled migration to ensure safe, orderly and mutually

There will be expectations, but I am focusing on my work

Representing Capitals in his maidenIPL,Nabi, who was the toast of the 2025-26 domestic season as J & K won theRanjifor the first time, will test

The thermal cost of Indias textile surge

The productivity crisis is no longer a theoretical risk; it is a mechanical and biological reality crippling Indias industrial heartlands

TGDA Revamps Vaidya Bhavan, Offers Stay for Visiting Doctors

The facility was inaugurated on Wednesday by Health Minister Damodar Rajanarasimha and Principal Secretary (Health) Dr Christina Z. Chongthu.

HYDRAA Removes Encroachment in New Bhoiguda

The action followed a Prajavani complaint from residents, who alleged that the construction had occupied nearly 10 feet of the road

Paramount President Jeff Shell ousted again as fresh scandal rocks career in 3 years

Jeff Shell left Paramount Skydance after a new lawsuit created controversy. The case involves claims about unpaid work, leaked business details,

Quote of the day by Rudyard Kipling: 'We have forty million reasons for failure, but not a...' - motivational lessons on changing your mindset on failure by winner of Nobel Prize for Literature and author of The Jungle Book

Quote of the day by Rudyard Kipling: His powerful words highlights the difference between reasons for failure and excuses. It stresses accountabi

Rajat Kapoors Everybody Loves Sohrab Handa Set to Thrill Audiences with a Murder Mystery

Mumbai, April 9: Actor-director Rajat Kapoor is gearing up for the release of his new film, Everybody Loves Sohrab Handa. The makers unveiled the

Vaishali defeats Divya, remains in joint lead

Trump drops bombshell: JD Vance may skip Iran peace talks in Pakistan due to major security threats

Donald Trump said upcoming peace talks between the United States and Iran could happen very soon in Islamabad after a ceasefire agreement. Howeve

YISU Launches Industry-Linked Courses

Vice-chancellor V.L.V.S.S. Subba Rao said the university is aligning courses with industry needs.

Next-gen leaders look beyond legacy, back professionals for family offices

Young leaders in Indian family businesses are forging their own paths. They are building new ventures while handing over family office management

Free eye camp conducted in city

MK Stalin Hits Out At EPS, Declaring He is Fearless

Stalin accused Palaniwami of giving an opportunity to the BJP to gain popularity in Tamil Nadu

Piyush Goyal Engages with Global Leaders to Strengthen Bilateral Relations and Trade

New Delhi, April 9: Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal announced that he held significant virtual discussions with several world leaders

Helmet Drive at IKEA Rotary for Road Safety Awareness

The programme aimed to promote responsible riding behaviour and improve helmet usage among both riders and pillion passengers.

Withdrawal of RTC land allotment to LuLu a victory of peoples struggle: CPI(M)

WB 2026 assembly elections: Election Commission plans AI to flag booth jamming, irregularities in Bengal

The Election Commission of India is set to deploy an AI-based surveillance system in West Bengal's assembly elections to detect and flag booth ja

GHMC Cracks Down On Footpath Encroachments

Teams from the GHMC, assisted by traffic police, removed temporary sheds, boxes and shop extensions that had taken over pedestrian space

Bangladesh Foreign Minister Visit: Both sides to 'engage constructively'

India and Bangladesh are set to boost their relationship. Dhaka has requested increased energy supplies, including diesel and fertilisers, from I

Turmeric Prices Hit Record High of 16,000 In Nizamabad

Traders believe that prices may increase further, as the season is expected to end by late April or early May

IPL 2026: KL Rahuls Efforts Fall Short as GT Edges DC by Just 1 Run

New Delhi, April 9: Delhi Capitals narrowly missed securing a hat-trick of victories in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026. In the 14th match o

Telangana To Roll Out Midwifery Training in Govt Nursing Colleges

Health minister Damodar Rajanarasimha added that priority is being given to the recruitment of nursing officers, while new nursing colleges are b

Every town to get basic sports infra in next three years, says A.P. Minister

Development work at Indira Gandhi Municipal Corporation Stadium is being taken at an initial estimated cost of around 170 crore, says Ramprasad R

Man Held for Posting Abusive Comments Against Renu Desai

Police said he had watched a video reel of the actress on YouTube and subsequently posted an abusive comment from his account.

Jammu-Srinagar national highway remains shut for 3rd day

The Jammu-Srinagar national highway (NH-44) remains closed for the third day due to continuous landslides and heavy rains in Ramban district. Ove

Scorching heat to grip Tamil Nadu till April 12; humidity likely to worsen discomfort

J&K LG Sinha suspends 2 more government employees for 'anti-national' activities

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has dismissed two more government employees. They were removed for alleged involvement in anti-

New Airport in Adilabad to Facilitate Joint Defense-Civilian Operations

Hyderabad, April 9: The Union Minister of Civil Aviation, K. Ram Mohan Naidu, announced on Wednesday that a new airport will be constructed in Ad

Amaravati will be developed as global creative economy hub, says Minister

Kandula Durgesh discusses integrating content, culture, lifestyle and immersive design into tourism development with stakeholders at Hotel Invest

RBI Scraps IFR Buffer For Banks

According to RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra, changes in investments, such as movements in bond yields, which can rise or fall, have implications fo

Matthew Perry's stepmom slams 'Ketamine Queen' in fatal overdose case-here's what she said

Matthew Perry's stepmother, Debbie Perry, has urged a judge to impose the maximum sentence on Ketamine Queen Jasveen Sangha for her role in the a

Bengal Polls: Owaisi-Kabir Alliance Threatens To Split TMCs Core Muslim Vote Bank

The alliance is targeting Muslim-dominated areas, including Dinajpur, Malda and Murshidabad -- one of the main bastions of the TMC -- among other

Conviction in Child Abduction, Murder Set Aside

The family subsequently received a ransom call demanding Rs 5 lakh.

Protesters try to storm residences of Manipur Chief Minister, Home Minister

People are demanding that the officials step down immediately. This call for resignation stems from serious security breaches that have occurred.

Assembly polls 2026: In Kerala, LDF seeks hat-trick, UDF bets on anti-incumbency

Kerala votes on Thursday. The ruling LDF seeks a third term, highlighting welfare and development. The UDF focuses on anti-incumbency issues like

YSR Congress Party Files Complaint Against Telugu Media for Offensive Comments

Amaravati, April 9: The YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) has lodged a formal complaint with the News Broadcasters and Digital Association (NBDA) and th

IPL 2026 | Tyagisays he hasbenefitedfrom Bravos inputs

The 25-year-old said he was aware that several key pacers ofKKRwould not be available due to injuries and he might get chances to play

Shahid Overshadowed By His Leading Ladies

Kriti-Rashmika hog the limelight in Cocktail 2

National politics yet regional sentiment

The BJP should be careful not to fall foul of regional pride in Odisha

Food adulteration drive in Mailardevpally nets 2 lakh worth of substandard items

Oppressive weather adds to the election heat this season

2 Pakistan LeT ultras, Jammu & Kashmir aide remanded in 10-day police custody

Srinagar's special court has remanded two Pakistani Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorists and their Kashmiri accomplice to 10-day police custody. Arrested o

Assam: Congress' Udalguri candidate quits ahead of Thursday polls

Congress candidate Suren Daimari from Udalguri has withdrawn his candidature and resigned from the party, citing a lack of support and feeling de

India backs US-Iran ceasefire, urges citizens to leave Iran amid fragile calm

India has welcomed the ceasefire between the US and Iran. This development is expected to bring peace and stability to West Asia. India also anti

Madhya Pradesh BJP President Emphasizes Grassroots Engagement in Chambal

Morena, April 9: Madhya Pradesh BJP President Hemant Khandelwal urged party workers on Wednesday to ensure dominance at the booth level in the up

'THROWN IN THE GARBAGE': Karoline Leavitt REVEALS Tehrans original truce plan rejected within hours

How I Keep Healthy: Quiet Discipline Of Staying Well

For Dr Swapna Yendru health isnt a grand plan. Its a series of small, steady choices, repeated every day, without fuss

Dog Catcher Booked for Cruelty and Illegal Relocation of Strays in Karimnagar

Police have launched an investigation to identify all those involved and to ascertain the condition and whereabouts of the relocated dogs.

TMC alleges CEC Gyanesh Kumar said 'get lost'; EC counters with shouting charge

A ten-minute meeting between the Trinamool Congress and the Election Commission turned stormy, with the TMC alleging the Chief Election Commissio

Kashmir parties hail US-Iran ceasefire, call for lasting peace as Valley celebrates

Political parties in Kashmir have welcomed the ceasefire. They believe this step will lead to lasting peace in the region and the world. Celebrat

Baby selling racket pushed Telangana to build a digital trail for surrogacy and ART services

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah accuses Election Commission of India of being selective and complicit

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has accused theElection Commission of India of being selective and complicit in its approach

Ancient Healthy Bites vs Modern Beauty Bytes

Age-old kitchen staples are being rebranded as new beauty food trends right from Turmeric Latte (haldi doodh) to Skin Glow Elixir (jeera water) a

Three from Bengaluru Drown at Bhutanal Lake in Vijayapura

Fire and emergency services personnel, along with Adarsh Nagar police, rushed to the spot and launched a rescue operation.

Vice President JD Vance to Lead US-Iran Negotiations in Islamabad

New Delhi, April 9: The White House has announced that Vice President JD Vance will lead negotiations with Iran in Islamabad following a two-week

Shami still trying to develop new skills, says Crowe

Ahead of LSGs Indian Premier League encounter against Kolkata Knight Riders at Eden Gardens here, Crowe praised Rishabh Pant for being a bowlers

The Measured Life: Between Awareness And Anxiety

Health is no longer something we check once in a while. It stays with us through the day. Devices track, apps suggest, feeds keep advising. But a

Officials Review STPs, Nala Works

Teams review STPs, SNDP projects and leakage issues across key sites