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Tamil Nadu elections 2026: Over 84% voter turnout in the State, highest in its electoral history

Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar said that it was the highest percentage of polling in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu. [The] ECI salutes each voter of West Bengal and Tamil Nadu, he said

23 Apr 2026 10:23 pm
Telangana Cabinet invites RTC workers for talks

Cabinet sets a target to clear pending dues to retired employees within 100 days

23 Apr 2026 10:23 pm
Amidst geopolitical tensions India has strong advantages in aviation, says AAI Chief Advisor

A key priority ahead is to reduce dependence on foreign hubs for international traffic and capture greater value across airlines, MRO, cargo, and airport-led services, Sharad Kumar, Chief Advisor, Airports Authority of India said.

23 Apr 2026 10:14 pm
No shortage of petroleum products in Karnataka: OMCs

Fuel supply in Karnataka remains stable despite West Asian development: Oil marketing companies

23 Apr 2026 10:03 pm
Watch: US has total control of Hormuz: Trump claims amid tanker seizures

U.S. President Donald Trump has claimed that the United States has total control over the Strait of Hormuz, saying the vital route is sealed until Iran agrees to a deal.

23 Apr 2026 9:59 pm
59% voter turnout recorded in bypoll to Gujarats Umreth Assembly seat

The contest is primarily between BJP candidate Harshad Govindbhai Parmar and Congress nominee Bhrugurajsinh Chauhan

23 Apr 2026 9:59 pm
Why there is a Pawar play over political legacy in Baramati

Aspirations of the younger generation of the Pawar family, the BJPs efforts to make in-roads, and the dilemma of the NCP and NCP (SP) cadre raise questions about the future of the Pawar bastion

23 Apr 2026 9:57 pm
Iranian student has right to use swimming pool: rights panel

The petitioner who is married to an Indian had complained that a swimming pool assistant racially and verbally abused her and some friends claiming they were foreign citizens and not allowed to the use the pool at Greenfield Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram

23 Apr 2026 9:56 pm
Shift to Metro boosts health and travel satisfaction, finds Biocon-IISc study

The early results were revealed by Biocon chief Kiran Mazumdar Shaw duringthe launch of Corporate Commute Nudge, aprogramme to encourage Biocon employees to shift from private vehicles to public transport through seamless integration with the citys metro and bus networks

23 Apr 2026 9:55 pm
First-time voters steal the show in Virudhunagar district

They openly flaunt their political affiliations

23 Apr 2026 9:53 pm
Two, including social media influencer, held with suspected MDMA

The seizure was made by a special squad of the Excise department at Pantheeramkavu in Kozhikode

23 Apr 2026 9:50 pm
Lok Ayukta orders probe against police, MVD, Cars24 for selling vehicle without transferring ownership

The seller found himself named as a respondent in a motor accident claim case following an accident involving the car, which was no longer in his possession. He had also received tickets for traffic violations committed using the vehicle

23 Apr 2026 9:48 pm
Impressive turnout in Central region in first election after SIR

A striking feature was the turnout of voters in urban segments where polling is usually sluggish in the initial hours; actor Vijay, who is contesting in Tiruchi East, seem to inspired young first-time voters to turn up at the booth

23 Apr 2026 9:46 pm
Tribespeople take up arduous trek to polling stations in Valparai Assembly constituency

Voters from tribal hamlets in Anamalai Tiger Reserve travel long distances through forest, many on foot, to reach polling stations and exercise their franchise

23 Apr 2026 9:45 pm
ANALYSIS - Govt. on the back foot as RTC strike paralyses services, exposes crisis management

The situation escalated sharply with a series of distressing incidents involving RTC staff, intensifying public anger and political pressure

23 Apr 2026 9:44 pm
Olympic medallist Sakshi Malik opens SRM Universitys sports festival

Wrestler highlights discipline and fitness as varsity unveils plans for state-of-the-art sports complex and honours student achievers

23 Apr 2026 9:43 pm
CEC hails West Bengal and Tamil Nadu for highest ever voter turnout since independence

While Tamil Nadu recorded 84.69% polling percentage, West Bengal (Phase-I) registered 91.78%

23 Apr 2026 9:39 pm
Over 50,000 menstrual cups distributed in Kozhikode hygiene drive

Despite early delays due to beneficiary identification and election duties, the rollout has progressed across 76 divisions through targeted awareness sessions and training, officials said

23 Apr 2026 9:38 pm
K.C. Venugopal brings out book on his speeches

The book Nerinoppam: Porattangal Nilapadukal is a collection of select speeches made by him in the Kerala Assembly, Lok Sabha, and Rajya Sabha over the past three decades

23 Apr 2026 9:34 pm
MA&UD reviews implementation of new solid waste management rules

Principal Secretary notes 16.57% revenue growth in 2025-26; ULBs tasked with ensuring 100% door-to-door waste collection and source segregation

23 Apr 2026 9:31 pm
75.60% polling recorded in Kanniyakumari district

A large number of voters, especially many youngsters and first-time voters, aree seen queuing up at polling stations across the district, since 7 a.m.

23 Apr 2026 9:29 pm
Singapore Open: Wu, Ham gain two-stroke lead on the opening day

Bhullar best among Indians in the first round at the Sentosa Golf Club; Shiv delivers a stunning hole-in-one on par-three hole two, but eventually stands at T-117; Karandeep and Jeev disappoint

23 Apr 2026 9:25 pm
Eight killed after vehicle plunges into gorge in Uttarakhand

The victims were returning home after attending a cremation when the accident occurred near the ChambaKoti stretch in Tehri Garhwal district

23 Apr 2026 9:24 pm
Manipur rights group opposes powers to lower-ranked police officers under UAPA

An April 22 notification to implement Section 43A of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act allows a wider pool of officers to arrest, search, and seize across the State with immediate effect

23 Apr 2026 9:24 pm
Book release controversy: SSUS to initiate inquiry

The release of Sri Tirthapada Puranam, a biography of Chattampi Swamikal published by the varsity, was reportedly cancelled at the last minute after it was found that only four volumes had been printed, while the other bound volumes kept in a box were blank

23 Apr 2026 9:23 pm
How air pollution physically changes childrens lungs

Every breath your children take is actually an interaction between their bodies and the world around them. While we may not be able to control the air completely, being aware of the impact on lungs is the first step

23 Apr 2026 9:21 pm