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Tamil Nadu election 2026: EVMs of four Assembly constituencies in Theni district reach counting centre

Three policeman suspended after student found dead in Dharwad, mother alleges extortion

As allegations of police harassment emerged after a student was found dead in Dharwad, three policemen were suspended on Wednesday

Enhanced CAR-T therapy clears solid tumours by finding faint targets

Scientists have developed a highly sensitive receptor that can detect trace amounts of proteins on solid tumours, overcoming a major biological h

Smartphone seized from Kannur Central Jail

The device was reportedly recovered from the second block of the prison

Tamil Nadu election 2026: Perambalur district records 85.39% polling

Nandyal Collector, SP launch month-long drive to fix 29 black spots on highways

District recorded 567 road accidents and 296 deaths in 2025, up from 542 accidents and 271 deaths in 2024; nine of the 29 identified black spots

Man gets 20-year imprisonment for sexually assaulting minor girl in Namakkal

The accused, Vasanth, was arrested based on a complaint lodged by the girls parents with the Namagiripettai police on December 29, 2019

Suvendu Adhikari alleges attack by TMC workers during Bhabanipur booth visit

Security forces resorted to a lathi charge at a polling booth in Bhabanipur during the West Bengal Assembly elections after tensions escalated on

One of the two tiger cubs rescued in Nilgiris dies

Two tiger cubs were taken into captivity, one after the other, after they were believed to have been abandoned by their mother

Startup news and updates: Daily roundup (April 29, 2026)

YourStory presents the daily news roundup for Wednesday, April 29, 2026.

Chandra Tal: The Heavenly Lake of Himachal Pradesh, Believed to be Home to Gods and Fairies

New Delhi, April 29: India is rich in legends, from temples to historic palaces. Temples symbolize miracles and faith, while palaces tell tales o

Neo Alternative Asset launches Rs 5,000 Cr infra income Fund II

The firm also announced the first close of its second fund, raising Rs 1,500 crore.

Omar Abdullah Trying To Remove Urdu From J&Ks History: Iltija Mufti

SRINAGAR, Apr 29: Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) leader Iltija Mufti on Wednesday accused Chief Minister Omar Abdullah of trying to remove the Ur

Election Commission Implements Zero Tolerance Policy Amid West Bengal Voting

Kolkata, April 29: Voting is underway for 142 assembly seats in the second phase of the West Bengal Assembly elections. Manoj Kumar Agarwal, the

iFOREX Lists on London Stock Exchange, Supporting Focus Across Global and Indian Markets

AAP MPs' Merger with BJP: Punjab CM Says Meeting Prez on May 5

The President has given a time of 12 noon on May 5 (for the meeting) and I will certainly meet her, Mann said while speaking to reporters here.

BJP, NC, PDP Colluded For Match-Fixing During Rajya Sabha Polls In J&K: Sajad Lone

SRINAGAR, Apr 29: Peoples Conference president Sajad Gani Lone on Wednesday accused the BJP, National Conference and the Peoples Democratic Party

Man Held in Hyderabad for Stealing Bikes

After continuous surveillance on the movements of the accused, the police nabbed him at Madina Crossroads near Charminar

Amid power crisis, Kerala govt directs KSEB to take control of Maniyar hydro project

Kerala governments decision comes more than a year after 30-year contract period with Carborundum Universal ended. The 12-MW captive power plant

Fact-Check: IAF Plane Crashed in Kishtwar? No, Claim is False!

PIB's fact-check unit also debunked this video and concluded that the claim was false.

Delhi High Court Issues Notice to Arvind Kejriwal in ED Summons Case

New Delhi, April 29: The Delhi High Court has issued a notice to Arvind Kejriwal, the national convenor of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), regarding a

Five Drug Peddlers Arrested With Heroin In J&Ks Udhampur

Jammu, Apr 29: Five alleged drug peddlers were arrested with heroin in separate cases in Jammu and Kashmirs Udhampur district, officials said on

India Accelerates Green Energy Goals, Aiming for 500 Gigawatts by 2030: Prahlad Joshi

New Delhi, April 29: During the Resilient Futures Summit 2026 held in the national capital, Union Minister Prahlad Joshi stated that under Prime

Newly Appointed DGP CV Anand Meets Revanth Reddy

Senior most IPS official C.V. Anand, who has vast experience in policing and numerous success stories adorning in his CV, was appointed Director-

Rs 40,00,00,000 to retire in India? Dezerv's co-founder's statement leaves internet shocked, netizens call it 'mind boggling'

A wealth management co-founder's assertion that Indians need 40 crore to retire at 60 if their expenses are up to Rs 2 lakh has sparked debate an

Rajasthan to Begin Census on May 1, CM Bhajanlal Calls It a Defining Moment for the Nation

Jaipur, April 29: The census in Rajasthan will commence on May 1. Initially, citizens will have the opportunity for self-enumeration, followed by

ByteXL Launches AiGentCraft Summer Program to Help School Students Build Real-World AI Agents

An online, hands-on AI program for Grades 812, designed by IIT, IIM, and Ivy League alumni, enabling students to move from using AI to building i

Holy Relics Of Tathagata Buddha Arrive In Leh, Amid Deep Spiritual Fervour

L-G accords ceremonial welcome; massive community participation marks historic occasion Leh, Apr 29: Amid deep spiritual fervour and an atmospher

Nara Lokesh Sworn in as National Working President of TDP

Amaravati, April 29: Nara Lokesh, a member of the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) and a minister in the Andhra Pradesh government, took the oath as the

International Conflicts and Risk of Polio

Presently not a single child in India gets polio related disability, while just 2 decades ago, nearly 3000 children developed polio disability ev

Polling Peacefully Underway, Turnout May Surpass First Phase: Agarwal

More than 60 per cent of the 3.21 crore electors voted till 1 pm in the second phase of polling in West Bengal amid sporadic violence and attacks

After Bihar, will Asaduddin Owaisi's AIMIM become a factor in West Bengal too?

AIMIM is targeting the 2026 West Bengal Assembly polls after a notable performance in Bihar. The party faces challenges from electoral roll revis

Global giant Heinekens GCC in Hyderabad inaugurated

It is expected to create over 300 high-value jobs in the initial phase, with employment projected to scale up to 1,600 in the coming years, says

Ganga Expressway: Adani Groups New Corridor to Boost Eastern UP Development

Hardoi, April 29: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Ganga Expressway on Wednesday, a 594-kilometer long project. This is one of Indias

Law permits Perarivalan to practise as lawyer: T.N. Bar Council enrolment committee chairman

K. Balu says Section 24A of the Advocates Act permits former convicts to enrol as lawyers after a cooling-off period of two years pursuant to the

Pleas Against Hate Speeches: No Legislative Vacuum Exists Warranting Intervention : SC

The apex court observed that it would close most of the petitions related to hate speeches pending since 2021.

eCommerce fraud goes 'Jamtara-style', powered by device farming: Report

Indian online shopping faces a new threat. Organised groups are using device farms to commit large-scale eCommerce fraud. These networks exploit

Man Dies in Road Accident in Medak Week before Sisters Marriage

After completing their work, they were on the way to their house when a speeding car hit them at Chitkul village: Police

Global gold demand rises 2% in Jan-Mar 2026 on strong bar, coin buying: WGC

While volumes increased modestly, the value of demand surged to a record $193 billion, up 74% year-on-year

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Netflix Renews Stranger Things: Tales From 85 for Season 2 After Strong Debut

The first season has 10 episodes and has also entered Netflix's top 15 animated series debuts of all time, according to the publication.

'TMC goons tried to attack me, threatened me over May 4': BJPs Ratna Debnath amid West Bengal Phase 2 polling

Voting in West Bengal's Panihati constituency saw heightened political tension. BJP candidate Ratna Debnath alleged intimidation by TMC workers.

Mamata Banerjee Stands Strong with Bengal: Sayoni Ghosh Claims Victory Ahead

Kolkata, April 29: In the lead-up to the West Bengal Assembly elections, TMC MP Sayoni Ghosh has launched a strong attack on the BJP. She asserte

Ontavantha Pidariyum Oor Pidariyum: The story behind the proverb

The proverbs origins are traced to Udayalur in Thanjavur district, according to noted epigraphist T.N. Subramanian

6 Women Dead, 8 Others Injured After Bus Crashes Into Van In Gujarat's Sabarkantha

According to police, the women were part of a catering team for social events.

Watch: Mamata Banerjee is scared of the election: Adhir Ranjan Choudhry

High Voter Turnout Expected in West Bengal Elections, Says BJP Leader Locket Chatterjee

Kolkata, April 29: Voting is underway for 142 assembly seats in the second phase of the West Bengal Legislative Assembly elections. BJP leader Lo

Kerala Lottery Dhanalakshmi DL-50 result out today (29-04-2026); Rs 1 crore prize winning number and full list here

The Dhanalakshmi DL-50 lottery results are released today at 3 PM, offering participants a chance to win prizes ranging from a 1 crore jackpot to

Gemini To Meta: How A Deepfake Gang Used AI To Hijack Identities In Gujarat

The gang is accused of executing a complex scheme where they acquired victim data and used AI platforms, such as Gemini AI and Meta AI, to genera

Mumbai, Pune drive warehousing surge; Delhi-NCR sees sharp dip: Vestian

Mumbai leads India's warehousing sector with 42 percent absorption in Q1 2026. The market shows steady recovery, driven by demand from 3PL, manuf

ISC, ICSE Results 2026 Date and Time: CISCE issues note for Class 10 and 12 students amid result expectations. Check details

ISC, ICSE Results 2026 Date: The results of ISC and ICSE are expected to be released in April, most probably tomorrow. As lakhs of Class 10 and 1

PM Modis Ganga Expressway Initiative: A Gift for All Indians, Says OP Rajbhar

Mumbai, April 29: OP Rajbhar, a minister in the Uttar Pradesh government, stated that Prime Minister Narendra Modis vision of transforming India

Exit poll predictions: What pollsters got right (and wrong) in previous assembly elections in Assam, West Bengal, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry

Exit polls for the 2026 Kerala, West Bengal, Assam, and Tamil Nadu Assembly elections are due today. In 2021, pollsters accurately predicted Assa

Lectures in bars? Pint of View Hyderabad is making it popular

From string theory to biodiversity, the bi-monthly lecture series is drawing working professionals to informal, after-hours learning

India exports rise despite West Asia tensions, says Piyush Goyal

Indian exports are showing strong growth in April. This is happening even with tensions in West Asia. Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal highli

Canara HSBC Life Insurance Closes FY26 with 19% WPI Growth; Gross Premium Crosses 10,000 Crore

Vantara offers to take 80 Colombian hippos facing death

BJP Youth Wing Protests Against Umar Khalid Event in Karnataka, Claims Government Misuse of Power

Bengaluru, April 29: The Karnataka BJP has launched a fierce attack on the Congress government following the arrest of Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morc

Polling peacefully underway, turnout may surpass first phase: Bengal CEO Agarwal

West Bengal's second phase of voting is underway with extensive security. The Chief Electoral Officer expressed confidence in a high voter turnou

'Historic hat-trick of victories': PM Modi hails 'fearless voting in Bengal'

Prime Minister Modi lauded West Bengal's high voter turnout in the second phase of assembly elections, highlighting a fearless atmosphere. He exp

Sahajanand Medical Technologies Achieves ISO 50001 Certification, Among Early Adopters in India's Cardiovascular Device Manufacturing Sector

Sahajanand Medical Technologies (SMT) has successfully obtained the ISO 50001:2018 Energy Management System certification for its manufacturing f

Kerala Faces Power Cuts and Rising Milk Prices Post-Election

Thiruvananthapuram, April 29: Following the elections on April 9, Kerala is witnessing two significant developments that challenge the ruling Lef

Who Is 'Indian Illegal Alien' Atharva Vyas? The Man Accused Of Biting A 3-Year-Old Girl

A 24-year-old Indian national, Atharva Vyas, has been arrested in Texas for allegedly assaulting a woman and biting her three-year-old daughter,

Air India Welcomes Governments Hub-and-Spoke Model, Promises Major Shift in Aviation Sector

New Delhi, April 29: Air India has expressed its support for the governments decision to adopt the hub-and-spoke model, stating that it will brin

West Bengal Elections 2026: TMC MP Sudip Bandyopadhyay says will win all 11 seats in Kolkata

West Bengal Assembly Elections 2026: Trinamool Congress MP Sudip Bandyopadhyay is confident of winning all 11 seats in Kolkata. He stated securit

Health Ministry Warns Of Intense Heatwave Between April-June 2026; How The States Are Preparing

India's Health Ministry has warned of intense heatwaves from April to June 2026. States are activating heatstroke units, stocking ORS, and issuin

Panama's Ocean Lifeline Collapsed In 2025, Breaking A 40-Year Pattern, Study Finds

Between December and April, strong northern trade winds normally push warm surface water offshore.

A false high: On voter turnout data, SIR impact | The Hindu Editorial

SIRs impact must be factored in before reading turnout figures

Diplomatic Efforts Essential for Ceasefire in Iran and Lebanon, Says EU Chief Ursula von der Leyen

New Delhi, April 29: Diplomatic efforts are ongoing to establish a permanent solution following a two-week ceasefire between the United States an

This One Workout Habit Could Add Years To Your Life, Study Finds

For years, health advice has focused on getting enough workout. But this research adds an important layer, there may be an optimal amount of work

Bihar Laborers Death in Delhi Sparks Political Outrage

New Delhi, April 29: The death of Pandav Kumar, a laborer from Khagaria, Bihar, has ignited political tensions in Bihar. Chief Minister Samrat Ch

MI vs SRH IPL 2026: Mumbai Indians Face Must-Win Clash at Wankhede

Struggling Mumbai Indians take on in-form Sunrisers Hyderabad in a crucial IPL 2026 match. MI aim to revive campaign at Wankhede Stadium.

Telangana SSC Class 10 Result 2026 Out; Overall Pass Percentage Stands At 95.15%

Telangana Board has declared the Class 10 SSC exam results for 2026, accessible on official and NDTV websites.

'100 bn dollar investment': Sagar Adani stresses energy resilience strategy amid West Asia crisis

HC issues fresh notice to AAP's Arvind Kejriwal on ED plea against acquittal in summons cases

The Delhi High Court has issued a new notice to Aam Aadmi Party chief Arvind Kejriwal. This follows appeals by the Enforcement Directorate challe

Modi Targets Congress, SP Over Womens Reservation Bill

He alleged that the Samajwadi Party opposed the Nari Shakti Vandan Amendment, which aimed to provide reservation for women in the Lok Sabha and s

Quote of the day by Ralph Waldo Emerson: 'Win as if you were used to it, lose as if you...' Life lessons on success, learning and human nature by lecturer, poet, essayist and father of American Renaissance Transcendentalism

Quote of the day by Ralph Waldo Emerson explains a message about success, failure, learning, and human nature. The quote Win as if you were used

Elon Musk Accuses OpenAI and Sam Altman of Betraying Non-Profit Principles in Court Testimony

New Delhi, April 29: Tesla CEO Elon Musk has testified in a significant ongoing case against OpenAI. He claims that the company and its CEO, Sam

Siberian Huskies abandoned on Hyderabad outskirts, found severely dehydrated; one dead, eight traced

The dogs, aged between 2-3 years, were left in open areas far from habitation, with no access to shade or water during peak summer conditions

Echoes of belonging: The Armenian churchs bells of Chennai and their unseen legacy

Three hundred 300 years have gone by, but the Armenian churchs six sonorous bells continue to spread calm, and remind some others of a home far a

Noida Labor Protest: Allegations of Illegal Arrests of Children, Petition Filed with Human Rights Commissions

Noida, April 29: A petition has been filed by advocate Subhash Chandran with the National Human Rights Commission and the National Commission for

Rashmika Mandanna's Mysaa to Feature a New Action Style

Mysaa entered a crucial phase of production, the other day.

Trump warns Iran to 'get smart soon,' says 'they dont know how to sign a non-nuclear deal'

Former US President Donald Trump has intensified his warnings to Iran. He stated that Tehran must agree to a non-nuclear deal soon. Trump declare

Akshay Oberoi Expresses Trust in Siddharth Anand: I Dont Question Him

Mumbai, April 29: Trust between an actor and a director is crucial in the film industry. It often inspires artists to deliver their best performa

PVR INOX to release David Dhawan hits to celebrate his cinema legacy

The film festival has been curated to honour his legacy ahead of the release of his latest film Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai

Sabarimala Row: Supreme Court asks if non-believers can claim temple entry rights

The Supreme Court is examining the right of entry to religious places. A nine-judge bench questioned how a non-believer from North India could cl

Surge in Demand for Transactional Risk Insurance in India Amid Mergers and Acquisitions

New Delhi, April 29: In 2025, the rise in global mergers and acquisitions has led to an increased demand for transactional risk insurance from In

Visakha Express rape case: railway worker booked, special task force on the trail

Government Railway Police take over case from Rentachintala police; special task force formed; CCTV footage from Visakhapatnam, Samalkot and Vija

Several Gurugram schools receive bomb threat emails, police on alert

This is the third time since January that schools have received fake bomb threats

Kerala farmer killed by own illegal electric fence meant to keep wild boars away

Carcass of wild boar also found near the power fence