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Neeraj Kumar Critiques Mamata Banerjees Diminishing Public Support

Patna, April 9: JD(U) leader Neeraj Kumar has sharply criticized West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, stating that the publics affection f

Solapur-Mumbai Siddheshwar Express marks golden jubilee with station celebration

The Golden Jubilee celebrations were held shortly before the trains scheduled departure at 10:30 pm, drawing the presence of railway officials, s

Aviation ministry cuts landing and parking charges for domestic airlines

The decision comes in the wake of rising crude prices triggered by the West Asia conflict, which has affected global air operations. Earlier, the

Daily quiz | On Rahul Sankrityayan

On the birth anniversary of Rahul Sankrityayan (April 9, 1893), the polymathic scholar, whose works reshaped Hindi literature, Buddhism studies,

Puducherry Assembly election 2026: Theme-based polling stations, humanoid robot Nila attract voters

At the V.O. Chidambaranar Higher Secondary School, another designated polling station located in the Boulevard, Nila, a humanoid robot welcomed v

Pakistans Oil Companies Face Severe Cash Crisis Amid Regulatory Delays

New Delhi, April 9: The ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran, which has lasted over a month, has significantly impacted crude oil

1,321 stranded tourists rescued from landslip-hit North Sikkim

The officials said 1,321 tourists and 84 locals were rescued on Thursday (April 9, 2026)

Rise in krill trawling in Antarctica | Green Humour by Rohan Chakravarty

PM Modi Shares Thrilling Rally Image from Birbhum, West Bengal

Kolkata, April 9: Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to social media on Thursday to share an image showcasing a massive crowd gathered at a rally

Israels Lebanon strikes kill 203, sparking global calls to extend U.S.-Iran truce

There had been conflicting diplomatic signals about whether the fighting in Lebanon was included in the U.S.-Iran truce but Washington said that

Sensex tumbles 931 points, Nifty plunges to 23,775 level amid fading confidence on Iran-U.S. ceasefire

Weak trends in Asian and European markets, a jump in crude oil prices and uninterrupted foreign fund outflows also made investors jittery in the

ICETI-2026 Conference Begins at PAHER University

Udaipur, April 9, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran): A two-day international conference titled Emerging Technologies and Innovations (ICETI-2026) commenced on

Akhilam Madhuram, a production that brings together dance, music and storytelling

Akhilam Madhuram, featuring stories about Lord Krishna, will be staged at Bharat Bhavan in Thiruvananthapuram on April 12

FIR filed over video made inside polling station in Assam

Mobiles are banned inside polling stations, with provisions made by the Election Commission for depositing the phones, bags and other such items

Mercedes-Benz India Achieves Record Sales with 19,363 Units in FY 2025-26

New Delhi, April 9: German luxury car manufacturer Mercedes-Benz India announced on Thursday that it recorded its highest-ever sales of 19,363 un

Nayanthara and Vignesh Seek Blessings at Tirupati Temple

Mumbai, April 9: Renowned South Indian actress Nayanthara, accompanied by her director-producer husband Vignesh Shivan, visited the Sri Venkatesw

Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: Sweet surprise for first-time voters evokes mixed feelings

Election Commission distributes halwa to 200 first time voters in each district. Those who received halwa said they would have voted even if they

C.D. Gopinath, member of Indias first-ever Test win, passes away

Gopinath made an impressive debut, scoring an unbeaten 52 and 40 in the second Test of the series

TCS Q4 net profit jumps 12.22% to 13,718 crore

TCS reported a net profit of 12,224 crore in the January-March period year ago, and 10,657 crore in the preceding December quarter

Interview | Savin Sa, director of Vaazha II, on what went into making the successful sequel

Vaazha: Biopic of a Billion Bros, the coming-of-age comedy movie, explores the lives of four friends and how they struggle to find stability in t

Uttar Pradesh Leads in GEM Portal Purchases Under CM Yogi Adityanaths Leadership

Lucknow, April 9: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanaths transparent policies have positioned Uttar Pradesh as a model state in the country. Whether it

Israel kills Hezbollah secretarys aide in Beirut, hits weapons sites

The Israel Defence Forces killed Ali Yusuf Harshi, Hezbollahs secretary and Naim Qassems nephew, and struck weapons sites in southern Lebanon. LT

Maharashtra weather update: Mumbai, Konkan to face hot, humid spell

According to the latest five-day district forecast issued by IMDs Regional Meteorological Centre, dry conditions are expected today across Mumbai

Antony Waste Secures 750 Million Deal With JFE Engineering

Antony Waste Handling Cell Limited has announced a strategic partnership with Japan-based JFE Engineering Corporation, marking a landmark Waste-t

In Focus podcast | Have elections in India become plutocratic?

M.R. Madhavan and Rangarajan R speak to us about the rising cost of elections and what it means for Indias democracy.

India Emerges Stronger from Global Crises, Says Shaktikanta Das

New Delhi, April 9: India has consistently demonstrated remarkable resilience during global crises, not just recovering but emerging stronger eac

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Mamata alleges BJP deleted 90 lakh names, warns of party's fall, accuses Shah of intimidation

CM Mamata Banerjee urged voters to remain vigilant and participate actively in the elections to safeguard the rights and identity of Bengals peop

Amarnath Yatra: Registration Begins From April 15, Pilgrim Guidelines Issued

Officials said that the registration and issuance of yatra permits will be conducted on a first-come, first-served basis, subject to a fixed dail

Regime change in Bengal inevitable, TMCs repository of sins full: PM

ASANSOL (WB), Apr 9: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday asserted that a regime change in West Bengal is inevitable as the TMCs repository o

Rupee falls 9 paise to close at 92.63 against U.S. dollar

Forex traders said the fragile ceasefire and Iran's threat to step out of the talks if Israel kept bombing Lebanon weighed on investor sentiments

Andhra Pradesh headmaster booked for social media post against Chandrababu Naidu

Op Sindoor Demonstrated Indias Progression Towards Domain Jointness, Says Army Chief

BENGALURU, Apr 9: Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi on Thursday said Operation Sindoor demonstrated Indias progression towards domain jointness

Trailer Release of Ginny Weds Sunny-2 Showcases Romance and Comedy

Mumbai, April 9: The trailer for the romantic film Ginny Weds Sunny-2, featuring Avinash Tiwari and Medha Shankar, was released on Thursday. This

In Hyderabad, Priya Living blends hotel stay with community for elderly guests

With flexible stays, community living and hotel-style amenities, Priya Living reimagines ageing in India

UK Calls for Extension of Lebanon Ceasefire, Says Foreign Minister

Cooper's comments came as Starmer arrived in the UAE on the second leg of a visit to the Gulf to meet with regional leaders seeking to bolster th

World Bank Warns of Rising Inflation and Limited Fiscal Resources in Bangladesh

New Delhi, April 9: A recent report from the World Bank indicates that prolonged conflicts in the Middle East could negatively impact Bangladeshs

Delhi HC rejects Sanjay Bhandari's plea against 'fugitive offender' tag

On July 5, 2025, the trial court declared Mr. Bhandari a fugitive economic offender on a plea by the Enforcement Directorate, which enables the a

Reimagining automation education for Indias industrial growth

3 Women Drown While Taking Selfies Near Waterfall in ASR District

One woman survives after locals rescue her; mishap occurred near Mallangumi village in Ananthagiri.

Voter treated as suspect, burdened to prove otherwise: CPI(M) letter to EC on Bengal voter deletions

In a letter addressed to Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, Mr. Baby expressed anguish, grave concern and strong protest over the situati

Supreme Court Petition Seeks to Limit Aadhaar Registration to Children Under Six

New Delhi, April 9: Advocate Ashwini Upadhyay has filed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) in the Supreme Court, requesting that the Aadhaar regi

Woman Cop Dismissed In J&K Over Drug Case Involvement

SRINAGAR, Apr 9: Jammu and Kashmir Police on Thursday dismissed a woman employee from service over her alleged involvement in a drug-related case

Pakistani travellers flood X with copy-paste peacemaker posts after Iran ceasefire, netizens expose fakery

Social media buzzed after a US-Iran ceasefire announcement. Numerous Pakistani accounts posted identical messages about travellers being called '

AP CM Targets Land Resurvey 2.0 by 2027, Alleges YSRCP Tampered With Records

The CM, while participating in the 'Mee BhoomiMee Hakku' (Your Land, Your Right) programme in Bapatla district, distributed pattadar passbooks an

Dutch couple hosts sustainable wedding at Netherland`s busiest rail station

Lara Peters and Mathijs Dordregter chose eco-friendly options in their wedding such as recycled clothing, vegetarian food and public transport, p

Cong will dismantle discriminatory system which denies leadership opportunities to CAPF personnel: Rahul

NEW DELHI, Apr 9: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Thursday said when his party comes to power, it will dismantle the discriminatory system under

Major Twist Ahead in Uddne Ki Asha as Kalpanas Secret Unfolds

Mumbai, April 9: In the world of television, plot twists and character developments have become essential for keeping audiences engaged. The show

From Scroll to Store: How Social Media Is Driving Dessert Cravings

Rohit Beniwal decodes why indulgence is the new currency, and how attention, storytelling, and product obsession are reshaping Indias dessert cul

Big relief for MBBS students: NMC directs colleges to collect fees for 4.5 years only, not full course

The National Medical Commission has directed all medical colleges to charge MBBS fees only for the prescribed 4.5 academic years, not the full fi

Jeevan Reddys criticism of Telangana CM unwarranted: TPCC president

Congress gave B-Form to Jeevan Reddy 14 times, says Mahesh Kumar Goud

Health Tips: Protect Yourself from Infections During Seasonal Changes

New Delhi, April 9: As the seasons change, the risk of infections is rising rapidly. This period, from the onset of heat to the beginning of the

India pulls out of COP33 hosting bid, Congress slams flip-flop

According to sources, the decision was communicated to the Asia-Pacific group on April 2. No official reason has been cited for the move. PM Nare

SentiAvatar, the First Interactive 3D Digital Human Framework from SentiPulse and GSAI, Now Open Source

Release includes motion dataset, foundation model, and streaming architecture designed to align speech, gesture, and expression in live conversat

Emperor penguins listed as endangered species: IUCN

The largest and heaviest of their species, boasting a brilliant golden-orange streak on the neck and chest, emperor penguins have become symbolic

Mphasis F1 Foundation and The/Nudge Prizes Digital Naukri Challenge Announces Four Finalists to Scale Digital Livelihoods for Over 30,000 Women Across India

MoPNG Sustains LPG Supply Amid Global Energy Crisis; Over 18 Crore Cylinders Delivered

Iran Unveils Alternate Shipping Routes in Strait of Hormuz

Tehran has agreed to temporarily reopen the strait, through which one-fifth of the world's oil usually passes, as part of a two-week truce.

i2Cool Launches 4th Anniversary Global Tour in Vietnam, Expanding Electricity-free Cooling Across Industry and Community Applications

Agoda Opens New Office at One Bangkok, Enhancing Its Technology Hub in Thailand

Rapidise: Powering Indias Next-Generation Electronics Manufacturing Revolution

RoboSense Announced Q1 2026 LiDAR Sales, Robotics Segment Grows 1,458.8% YoY to Over 185,500 Units

Visa Opens the Door to AI-Driven Shopping for Businesses Worldwide

As Remote Sector Surges, British Online Gaming Industry Reaches 16.8 Billion

The British online gaming industry is seen as one of the most robust in the world. Governed by the Gambling Commission under the Gambling Act 200

CBME China 2026 Spotlighting the Latest Trends in Baby and Kids Products

What is the Claude Mythos AI model by Anthropic and why is this strongest-ever AI model sparking global cybersecurity fears and massive concern worldwide?

A major leak revealed the Claude Mythos AI model, instantly raising global cybersecurity concerns. Developed by Anthropic, this strongest-ever AI

Shark and Ninja Officially Launch in India, Bringing Category-Leading Innovation to Indian Homes

Americas top selling Small Kitchen Appliance and Floorcare brands brings its portfolio of 5-star rated products to the Indian market

Delhi High Court rejects Sanjay Bhandari's plea against 'fugitive offender' tag

The Delhi High Court has upheld a trial court's decision on arms consultant Sanjay Bhandari, who is officially a fugitive economic offender. This

Opinion: Opinion | How Iran Ceasefire Helps Pakistan Fix A 10-Year-Old 'Mess' With Saudi And UAE

The debate around Pakistan's 'mediation' efforts continues. But the fact remains that the country is in the geopolitical limelight for appropriat

Crowds gather for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei memorial service in Tehran

Iranians marked the end of the 40-day mourning period for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran. State television broadcasted footage from the city ce

Hyderabad Police Urges Media and Public to Protect Identity of Sexual Assault Victim

Hyderabad, April 9: The Malakajgiri Police Commissionerate in Hyderabad has made a public appeal to all media outlets, digital platforms, and cit

In Chettinad, the holiday comes with homework

At the Kalai festival of Art and Architecture, curated by The Lotus Palace, historic mansions are turning into spaces for learning, drawing trave

Haryana Sacks 2 Bureaucrats In IDFC Bank Case, Cuts Ties With Kotak Mahindra Bank

The Haryana government has suspended two Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officers in connection with alleged irregularities involving governm

PM Modi's guarantees for West Bengal - 7th Pay Commission, corrupt TMC members to be jailed

Bomb Threat To Delhi Assembly Triggers Massive Security Drill

The bomb threat email landed in multiple government and other inboxes Wednesday morning.

India has ample buffers to weather headwinds from Middle East conflict: World Bank

The World Bank stated India is well-positioned to handle the global energy shock due to strong buffers like high foreign exchange reserves and fi

US Needs To Exert Control Over Israel To Ensure Success Of Ceasefire With Iran: CM Omar Abdullah

SRINAGAR, Apr 9: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday said the US should exert some control over Israel to ensure the succe

Reskilling, education reforms needed to harness AI potential: K V Kamath

NEW DELHI, Apr 9: Veteran banker K V Kamath on Thursday underlined the need for reskilling and education reforms to harness the potential of arti

India turns crises into opportunity; emerges stronger amid global shocks: Shaktikanta Das

NEW DELHI, Apr 9: India has consistently shown remarkable resilience during global crises, not only surviving them but also transforming through

BJP warns Congress over contesting Baramati bypoll against Sunetra Pawar

Maharashtra BJP leader Chandrashekhar Bawankule claimed that the people in Baramati and across Maharashtra favour an uncontested victory for Sune

Does This Viral Image Show Riniki Bhuyan Sharmas UAE Passport? A Fact-Check

The viral image actually shows an edited Emirates ID card.

Watch: Dramatic video shows Californiacarchase ending in violent crash

Mercedes-Benz India sales up 7 pc at 5,131 units in Q1 2026

NEW DELHI, Apr 9: German luxury carmaker Mercedes-Benz on Thursday reported a 7 per cent rise in total sales at 5,131 units in the first quarter

ISRO intern by day, robber at night: Booked in 11 theft cases, techie shoots jeweller in heist attempt in Gujarat's Navsari

Umang Vachhani, an aeronautical engineer who had interned at ISRO and has a record of theft cases, was arrested along with two others for attempt

Advance Registration For Amarnath Yatra To Begin From April 15 At 554 Bank Branches Across India

JAMMU, Apr 9: The advance registration for the annual Amarnath Yatra will commence from April 15 across 554 designated bank branches in the count

Police resort to lathi charge after clash between BJP and Congress cadres at Thirukkanur polling

BJP Set to Form Majority Government in Bengal, Claims Pratul Shahdev

Ranchi, April 9: BJP leader Pratul Shahdev has made a bold claim regarding the upcoming West Bengal Assembly elections. He stated that the BJP is

Tata Power partners with Databricks to build future-ready data & AI platform

NEW DELHI, Apr 9: Tata Power on Thursday announced its collaboration with US-based Databricks to build a future-ready data and AI platform to ena

Iran suggests alternative routes, citing risk of mines in Hormuz Strait

Iranian news agencies published a map on Thursday suggesting the countrys paramilitary Revolutionary Guard installed sea mines in the Strait of H

NDA not a factor in this election: Shashi Tharoor