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Trump Highlights Economic Achievements at Arizona Rally, Targets Opponents

Phoenix, April 18: U.S. President Donald Trump praised his economic accomplishments at a Turning Point USA event in Arizona. He also claimed succ

Punjabs border farmers caught between fence and Zero Line

The central government recently initiated steps to relocate the border fencing closer to the international boundary, a move expected to provide s

Pune police book two students over dance performance on Maoist leader at Govt hostel

The students told the police that they were not aware that Madvi Hidma was a Maoist leader

Rain lashes Delhi, IMD warns sweeping storms ahead

The MeT office also said that light rainfall with gusty winds was likely in several adjoining areas of Haryana and Uttar Pradesh over the next tw

Rajasthan weather update : Churu Sizzles at 43C, Hailstorm Hits Hanumangarh

Jaipur, April 18 (Udaipur Kiran): Parts of Rajasthan witnessed fluctuating weather conditions on Friday, with intense heat in some areas and rain

Dr. Bharti nominated to WHOs oversight committee for neglected tropical diseases

Dr. Bharti has been included as an independent expert of neglected zoonotic diseases in the 18 membered oversight committee

South Africa Triumphs Over India in T20 Series Opener

Mumbai, April 18: The first match of the five-match T20 series between the Indian womens cricket team and South Africa took place in Durban on Fr

Court to Hear Sonia Gandhis Voter List Case Today

New Delhi, April 18: A court in New Delhi is set to hear a criminal revision petition against Sonia Gandhi today. The case pertains to allegation

Iran Asserts No Plans to Transfer Enriched Uranium to the U.S.

Tehran, April 18: Irans Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Ismail Baghaei, has stated that the country will not transfer its enriched uranium to any

April 19 Panchang: Auspicious Moments and Rahu Kaal to Note

New Delhi, April 18: The Panchang holds significant importance in Sanatan Dharma. It determines the days auspicious and inauspicious timings base

LPL Financials GCC in Hyderabad; QAI Ventures focus on quantum AI startups

LPL Financial, a US-based wealth management firm, has opened a global capability centre in Hyderabad. In other news, QAI Ventures, the Switzerlan

MDS School Sets Record with Outstanding CBSE Class 10 Results

Udaipur, April 18 (Udaipur Kiran): MDS Senior Secondary School has created a new academic milestone with exceptional performance in the CBSE Clas

Indian among second group of migrants deported from U.S. and taken in by Costa Rica

Costa Rica is one of a growing number of countries across Africa and the Americas that have signed contentious, often secretive agreements with t

Next round of US-Iran talks likely to be held in Pakistan on Monday: Iranian sources

Iranian and American negotiators are set to meet in Islamabad on Monday. This development signals renewed diplomatic efforts to ease tensions in

Iran-Israel war LIVE: U.S. extends waiver allowing countries to buy Russian oil

The U.S. Treasury Department allowed purchases of the oil loaded on vessels as of Friday (April 17, 2026) through May 16, an extension of an orig

J&K parties rise to the call of L-G on drug menace, join 100-day campaign

The letter said it was in the context of this ambitious and time-bound framework that the L-G was writing to the legislators and leaders to earne

US weighs tougher auto import rules to accelerate reshoring

The Donald Trump administration is considering changes to North American trade rules that could raise tariffs on imported vehicles and push autom

Rain Relief in Delhi-NCR, Heatwave Alerts for Several States: IMD Issues Nationwide Weather Warning

New Delhi, April 18 (Udaipur Kiran): The India Meteorological Department has issued fresh weather alerts across the country, even as recent rainf

U.S. extends waiver allowing countries to buy Russian oil

The waivers could complicate the Wests efforts to deprive Russia of revenue for its war in Ukraine and put Washington at odds with its allies

Iran says its enriched uranium 'not going to be transferred'

Iran's foreign ministry denied claims that its enriched uranium stockpile would be transferred, stating it would not be moved anywhere. Spokesman

Trump says will bring Iran uranium 'back home to the USA'

President Donald Trump announced a plan for the United States and Iran to jointly remove uranium from Tehran's nuclear sites using excavators. Th

Narendra Modi govts constitutional amendment bill for women quota in Parliament fails Lok Sabha test

A key bill for 33% women's reservation in Parliament and state assemblies failed to pass. The government's plan to expand Lok Sabha seats and lin

Social Security 2027 crisis update: $190B cuts, $50K benefit cap proposalare wealthy retirees about to face payment limits now?

The Social Security proposal 2026 could reshape retirement payouts fast. New data shows up to $190 billion may be cut in ten years. The plan caps

Delimitation needed to preserve one vote, one value: Amit Shah in Lok Sabha

Adani bags top spot in richest Asians club

Gautam Adani has officially claimed the title of Asia's wealthiest individual, overtaking Mukesh Ambani with a net worth of $92.6 billion as of A

Rahul Gandhi: Government wants to change electoral map, fears losing power

Delegation of NC MPs, MLAs raises infra, security concerns with Rajnath

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 17: A delegation of Members of Parliament from National Conference (NC)-Chowdry Mohd Ramzan, Sajjad Ahmed Kich

Silent Destruction of Heritage in Jammu and Kashmir

Anil Paba pabaanil@gmail.com In the quiet shadow of the Himalayas, the historic monuments of Jammu and Kashmir stand as enduring witnesses to cen

LG flags off Shobha Yatra to commemorate Bhagwan Parshuram Ji Jayanti

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 17: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday flagged off a grand Shobha Yatra from Chanakya Chowk Parade, Jam

CCI deputation meets Com HUDD, discusses Bahu Plaza lease issues

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 17: A deputation of Chamber of Commerce & Industry Jammu along with Bahu Plaza shopkeepers led by its presiden

SASCI reforms aimed at capital growth and fiscal efficiency: CS

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 17: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo convened a high-level meeting of the Finance Department, attended by the Admi

Jammu at the Crossroads Challenges and the Road Ahead

Ram Rattan Sharma internetzonejammu@gmail.com Jammu, the winter capital of the Union territory of Jammu and Kashmir, holds immense historical cul

Whats the rationale Farooq wonders about Centres push for Constitution amendment bill

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Apr 17: National Conference (NC) president Farooq Abdullah on Friday questioned the rationale behind bringing t

Jammu, Ramban DMs ban inflammatory social media content for 60 days

CCUs to monitor online platforms, violators to face FIRs Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 17: The District administrations in Jammu and Ramban

Invoke preventive detention against sand mafia, says Supreme Court

Renard sacked as Saudi Arabia coach ahead of World Cup

Renard, a two-time Africa Cup of Nations winner with Zambia and Ivory Coast, led Saudi Arabia from 2019 to 2023 before being replaced by Roberto

Union minister Jadhav bats for Ayush integration with mainstream healthcare

NEW DELHI, Apr 17 : Union Ayush Minister Prataprao Jadhav on Friday called for deeper integration of Ayush with mainstream healthcare systems, st

India, Norway discuss ways to fully utilise free trade agreement

NEW DELHI, Apr 17 : India and Norway have discussed the need to address certain trade and investment barriers to take full benefit of the free tr

Sri Lankas energy minister resigns on coal import issue days after surviving no trust motion

COLOMBO, Apr 17 : Sri Lankas Minister for Power and Energy Kumara Jayakodi resigned on Friday soon after a high-powered Presidential Commission w

Rupee rises 23 paise to settle at 92.91 against US dollar

MUMBAI, Apr 17: The rupee appreciated by 23 paise to settle at 92.91 against the US dollar on Friday, buoyed by a weakening American currency and

Indian Army eyes tech-driven future at key biannual conference

NEW DELHI, Apr 17 : Top commanders of the Army carried out a comprehensive review of Indias security challenges along the borders with China and

RCB eye dominance-extending victory over inconsistent Delhi Capitals

BENGALURU, Apr 17: Almost a month into IPL 2026, Royal Challengers Bengaluru have evolved into the most complete unit in the competition and they

Strait of Hormuz completely open for all commercial vessels, says Iran

TEHRAN, Apr 17 : Iran on Friday said that the Strait of Hormuz is completely open for all commercial vessels. The announcement by Iranian Foreign

Each state needs to develop world-class destination, promote longer tourist stays: NITI VC

NEW DELHI, Apr 17: NITI Aayog Vice Chairman Suman Bery on Friday said there is a need for each state to develop a world-class destination and pro

AMD UALink strategy: Can AMD disrupt AI data center dominance as open interconnect challenges NVIDIA NVLink ecosystem control?

AMD UALink Standard is driving a major shift in AI infrastructure right now. Advanced Micro Devices is leading this open interconnect push as AI

Women's quota, delimitation: Opposition kills bill in Lok Sabha, it's NDA govt's first legislative defeat

Trump Says Iran Deal Very Close As Strait Of Hormuz Reopens

Donald Trump told AFP Friday that a peace deal was very close after Iran moved to reopen the Strait of Hormuz -- but Tehran rejected the US presi

Border village development integral to national security: LG

Developed India demands strong rural heartland Excelsior Correspondent Rajouri, Apr 17: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday emphasized that

UAS, Counter-UAS employment figure prominently in Army Comdrs Conference

Operational preparedness along borders reviewed Whole-of-nation approach for security challenges highlighted Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, Apr 17: The fo

Women's doubles pair withdraws from Uber Cup Finals due to Treesa ankle injury

Meanwhile, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, who had played a pivotal role in Indias 2022 victory, will travel early to Denmark to train

As Amarnath Ji Yatra starts on July 3, SASB begins restoration of tracks, establishment of base camps

Snow clearance on from Baltal, Chandanwari Avtar Bhat JAMMU, Apr 17: With 57 days long annual yatra to Himalayan cave in South Kashmir district o

Strait of Hormuz open for all: Iran

TEHRAN/WASHINGTON,Apr 17:Iran on Friday said that the Strait of Hormuz is completely open for all commercial vessels, a move welcomed by US Presi

Rains lash Kashmir, snow in hills

Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, Apr 17: Moderate to heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms lashed Kashmir while light snowfall was recorde

Govt wants to change electoral map: Rahul

NEW DELHI, Apr 17: Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Friday said that the constitution amendment bill has nothing to do with womens reservatio

Domicile certificate, Aadhaar enrolment to be free

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 17: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has notified a new schedule of fees for issuing various certificates and

Final Selection List for the posts of Laboratory Assistant.

GOVERNMENT OF JAMMU AND KASHMIR JAMMU AND KASHMIR SERVICES SELECTION BOARD Muthi, Akhnoor Road, Jammu/Zam Zam Complex, Rambagh, Srinagar Subject:

South Korea unveils plan to bring back Formula One

Incheon Mayor Yoo Jeong-bok told reporters they are ambitiously aiming to stage the first race in 2028

Real Madrid season in tatters, Arbeloa looking shaky after Euro exit

Failure is rarely tolerated under Real president Florentino Perez without someone paying the price

SC rejects Pawan Khera's plea for protection against arrest

Judgement day for Man City and Arsenal in title showdown

Mikel Artetas side travels to the Etihad Stadium on Sunday nursing a a six-point lead over second-placed City as it targets a first English title

Claude Opus 4.7 hits 92% honesty rate are we closer than ever to human-like AI with less hallucination? Heres what Anthropics new AI model is capable of

Claude Opus 4.7 benchmarks explained start with a strong data point: 87.6% on SWE-bench Verified. This jump signals real coding gains in 2026. De

Haringhatas TMC councillor arrested

VPP hints at Conrads connection to project

Party suspicious of behind-the-scenes deals, questions Chief Ministers strong defence SHILLONG, April 17: The Voice of the People Party (VPP) on

Mob attacks Assam forest range office over alleged land encroachment, several injured

Detention of Adivasi people for alleged land encroachment at the Ripu-Chirang Reserve Forest near India-Bhutan border triggers violence

Chinese proverb of the day: 'Beware lest your eyes are bigger than...' Lessons on ambition, success, human nature and why greed or overestimation of one's capacity can lead to troubles

Chinese proverb of the day focuses on the saying that warns people about taking more than they can handle. The story explains literal and metapho

Tamil Nadu polls: Sasikala, Ramadoss may play spoilsport for AIADMK

Cyberabad Cops Nab One In Digital Arrest Scam

Officials said victims in Cyberabad alone lost a staggering 103 crore in just three months.

Efforts on to better edn quality: CM

AMPATI, April 17: Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on Friday informed that sustained efforts by the government are under way to upgrade infrastruc

Warm reception for lottery barons wife giving DMK jitters

Telangana High Court Extends Interim Protection To DIG Abhishek Mohanty; Retains Him In Telangana

A panel of Justice P. Sam Koshy and Justice Narsing Rao Nandikonda admitted a fresh writ plea by Mohanty challenging the orders of the Central Ad

Americas Gold and Silver Q1 2026 results: silver production surge How 787,000 oz production and 830,000 sales signal Americas Gold growth outlook?

Americas Gold and Silver Corporation Q1 2026 results show a powerful surge. Silver production hit 787,000 ounces. That marks a 76% year-over-year

EJH villages grapple with water crisis; locals cough up money for basic need

KHLIEHRIAT, April 17: In the shadow of government pipelines that promise relief but deliver none, over 2,000 residents across seven villages in E

JNC knocks on PHE depts door over water woes in WJH villages

JOWAI, April 17: The Jaintia National Council (JNC), Western Zone, has urged the Public Health Engineering (PHE) department to expedite efforts t

HSPDP rules out support to MDA for Shillong bypoll

SHILLONG, April 17: The Hill State Peoples Democratic Party (HSPDP) has clarified that it will not extend support to the Meghalaya Democratic All

Police Seize 2.27 Crore Cash From Pastors House In Narsapuram

Narsapuram Rural circle inspector G. Durga Prasad and sub-inspector T.V. Suresh Babu said they received information that the pastors son-in-law S

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Nomination The Secretary to the Cooperation department has nominated Joint Secretary CS Khongwir as the Nodal Officer for matters concerning the

Mukhim flags rise of tribal land elites, alleges marginalisation of poor in state

NEW DELHI, April 17: Patricia Mukhim, a renowned journalist and Editor of The Shillong Times, on Friday laid bare the dangerous trend of the emer

India-flagged vessels start sailing out of Hormuz

Most of these ships are critical to Indias energy needs and are carrying crude oil

Key DMF-funded road inaugurated in EJH village

KHLIEHRIAT, April 17: An internal CC road at Apha in Umkiang village, East Jaintia Hills, constructed under the District Mineral Foundation (DMF)

This war must not end in TRANSATLANTIC STRESS TEST!: EU leaders react as Iran opens Hormuz

HITO calls on govt to implement Ramsar Convention for states wetland protection

SHILLONG, April 17: The Hynniewtrep Integrated Territorial Organisation (HITO) has called upon the Meghalaya government to urgently implement the

We Bow Our Head To Court Order, Says Yogesh Goudar's Wife

We bow our heads to the court order, Mallamma said. I always remember my husband, he is always with me. The people of our constituency stood by u

Dushyant Chautala Alleges Police Intercepted His Car, Aimed Pistol At Him

Jannayak Janta Party leader Dushyant Chautala on Friday alleged that a police car blocked his way, tried to knock him down, and a pistol was aime

Central Kerala reels under sizzling heat

Mother Poisons 3 Kids; Four Die In Tragic Proddatur Incident

Married for 14 years, the couple had three children.

Madrassa Students Attacked For Pasting Posters In Kerala''

Muslim League student wing MSF seeks strong action against assailants

'Each deity has peculiar rituals': Sabarimala priest tells Supreme Court

RTGS-Powered CCTV360 Helps Trace Missing Children

Using artificial intelligence and real-time analytics, the system has enabled swift police response in multiple cases, with three missing childre

India joins Hormuz meet, welcomes Lebanon ceasefire

Meta targets May 20 for first wave of layoffs; additional cuts later in 2026

Layoffs.fyi, a website tracking tech job cuts around the world, reported that 73,212 employees have lost their jobs so far this year