U.S. President Donald Trumps address on Iran-Israel war: Key quotes
Donald Trumps address included references to Irans plans to build a nuclear bomb and came amid a global turmoil in oil prices and supply chains
How women voters are shaping State politics in 2026
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Iranian President says in letter that Iran harbors no enmity towards ordinary Americans
He said in his letter that portraying Iran as a threat was neither consistent with historical reality nor with present-day observable facts.
7.4-magnitude quake off Indonesia kills one, tsunami warning lifted
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) said the tremor hit at a shallow depth of 35 kilometres in the Molucca Sea between the Sulawesi and Maluku island groups in the early morning
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Iran-Israel war LIVE: Trump says U.S. has scored 'swift, decisive, overwhelming victories' in Iran
Trump says U.S. forces will 'finish the job' in Iran soon, 'core strategic objectives are nearing completion'; Iran's President asked the people of the United States if the West Asia conflict was truly putting America First, accusing the U.S. of war crimes and being influenced by Israel
Artemis II astronauts reach orbit on historic mission to moon and back
It was the most diverse lunar crew ever with the first woman, person of colour and non-U.S. citizen riding in NASA's new Orion capsule
Delhi HC remarks city has become mandi for child trafficking, seeks polices response on PIL
A bench of Chief Justice D.K. Upadhyaya and Justice Tejas Karia issued notice to the railways, Delhi government, Delhi Police and National Commission for Protection of Child Rights on the public interest litigation by Just Rights for Children Alliance
Western hegemony and the language of violence
The war on Iran underlines that as long as institutions that shape international discourse remain concentrated in a few powerful countries, the language of legitimacy will reflect their interests
Panchayati Raj, local body elections in Rajasthan set to get delayed
Population data submitted from districts to the commission were found to be incomplete and inaccurate in several instances, says sources
J&K Assembly admits Bill on reversing amendments made to Land Grants Act by L-G in 2022
The Government would like the House to deliberate on the matter in detail. After that, the Government will take a decision on whether to support this Bill or not. Therefore, at this stage, I will not oppose its introduction, says J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah
Government shelves periodic web logout for chat apps, extends SIM binding to December 31
The development gives tech firms until the end of the year to implement the requirement that SIM cards be in the same phone as chat app accounts
M.P. Congress MLA convicted in fraud case; likely to lose legislative membership
The court sent the legislator and another accused, Raghuvir Sharan Prajapati, to Tihar Jail and is likely to pronounce the sentence
At least two Trinamool candidates summoned by central investigating agencies ahead of polls
Trinamool leadership saysBJP is using central agencies to harass their candidates
Delhi court dismiss defamation case filed by wife of AAPs Somnath Bharti against Nirmala Sitharaman
A political opponent cannot be called to have defamed the other, when they are presenting certain scenarios against an opposite candidate, says court
Navy was minutes away from striking Pakistan from sea during Operation Sindoor: Admiral Tripathi
Operation Sindoor demonstrated exemplary readiness and resolve of the Indian Navy, as its units undertook swift deployment and maintained a highly aggressive posture throughout the period, says Mr. Tripathi
Young Tigresses set for stern test against Japan in U20 Asian Cup opener
The match will kick off at 18:30 IST at the Thammasat Stadium in Pathum Thani, and will be streamed live on FanCode, according to the All India Football Federation (AIFF)
A textbook, criticism, the Court and contempt
The NCERT textbook controversy should be resolved without diminishing judicial respect or free speech
A West Asia security rethink amid Americas role
The urgency for a new regional security architecture grows amid the West Asian crisis
Corridor of opportunity: On the end of Left Wing Extremism
Inclusive development must be the focus in areas freed of Naxalism
Orderly exit: On India and energy transition issues
While cutting down on oil, India must avoid new forms of dependence
How anti-corruption bodies are politicised
The head of an investigative agency needs to ensure that prosecutions are grounded in evidence rather than suspicion or political momentum
Excise case: Kejriwal asked to reply to plea against discharge
HC issues notice to AAP chief on plea challenging his acquittal in 2 cases; former CM deliberately disobeyed summonses issued to him to join probe, ED tells court; matter scheduled for April 29
Man held for running illegal LPG refilling operation; case registered
Mayors office gets bomb threat, declared hoax
Vishvanath and Sachin in Asian boxing quarterfinals
Vishvanath relied on his ring craft to get past Kyrgyzstans Bekzat Ergeshov 5-0 and set up a last-eight clash with Kazakhstans reigning World champion Sanzhar Tashkenbay
Over 100 parents file plea in Delhi High Court, allege DPS defied fee hike order
Residents face daily risk of commuting on dug-up Mariappan Kovil Street
Despite ongoing stormwater drain construction, the GCC has kept the street open to two-way vehicle and pedestrian traffic on barely one-metre portion of a 3-metre lane, with minimal barricading and construction materials left on roadside
Thalambur residents cite wetland loss, flooding risks in Global Sports City plan
Ilanthiraiassumes charge asBSNLsCGMfor Tamil Nadu
Seeman criticises State governments welfare schemes, fiscal policies
Canvassing votes for NTK candidates in Coimbatore, he alleges freebies are offset by increased taxes
T.N. Assembly election: PMK poll manifesto calls for T.N. govt. to carry out caste census
He also charges the DMK government of accruing enormous debts without any capital expenditure
Hyderabad sees surge in customer enquiries for PNG connections
The rising demand coupled with the Centres push for PNG has meant City Gas Distribution entities in the country such as BGL doubling down on efforts to ramp up the pipeline network
Candidate moves HC seeking change of name in EVMs
T.N. Assembly election: Palaniswami dubs DMK government anti-farmer
He says the five-year term of the DMK government has been marked by a sharp rise in the prices of rice and other essential commodities, and steep hike in property tax and electricity tariff, which affected the common people.
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T.N. Assembly election: fourth MDMK candidate also to contest on DMKs symbol, says Vaiko
The Lok Sabha has passed the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill, 2026 which seeks to give legal backing to Amaravati as the States only capital, effectively ruling out any future changes to this decision. Heres what MPs from various parties said.
The worlds top-20 would be good. That should be the main plan: Abhay
The World No. 25 is pragmatic about his success while acknowledging the role of his coachesWillstropandHarinderpal; the squash star, who prefers to stay in the present, is keen to participate in big events to maintain consistency
CPI(M) demands immediate rollback of property tax hike in urban areas
AfterRanjistruggles,TNCAto revamp the top league
The move to make the first division games four-day affairs is aimed at helping players prepare better for the premier red-ball tournament;TNPLto be truncated; womensTNPL on the cards
Special coaching for Intermediate students targeting IIT and NEET ranks, says Minister Lokesh
Gobichettipalayam in focus after Sengottaiyans exit from AIADMK
A vote beggar and a voter who begs for money in exchange
INLDseeks crop damage compensation due to rains
We demand that the BJP government conduct a special crop damage assessment and provide immediate relief to farmers by disbursing compensation of at least 50,000 per acre, says INLD national president Abhay Singh Chautala
Minister Duriamurugans vehicle inspected by election squad in Vellore
The Minister was said to have been accompanied by his son and Vellore MP D.M. Kathir Anand and Arakkonam DMK MP S. Jagathrakshakan
Trump says Iran president requests ceasfire, Tehran says 'false'
Pezeshkian had said Iran had the ecessary will for a ceasefire, but only if its foes guaranteed that hostilities would not return
10 officials from previous Badangpet Municipal Corporation suspended
Solar power system inaugurated at King Koti dialysis centre to cut costs, boost sustainability
NDA leaders celebrate Amaravatis capital status; slam Jagan for Mavigun proposal
Vettori lavishes praise on Kishans captaincy
Vettori underlinedthat Kishan led by example with a 38-ball 80against RCB
Utkal Sanskrutika Samaj marks 90th Utkal Divas with cultural events in Visakhapatnam
Israeli strike on Beirut kills senior Hezbollah commander
Several large blasts were heard across the city on April 1, 2026, and a column of smoke was seen rising from Jnah, which is home to apartment buildings, cafes and shops
Centre approves 438.29 crore project to redevelop Berth No. 9 of New Mangalore Port
A statement by the ministry says the project envisages the dismantling of legacy infrastructure and comprehensive redevelopment of the berth to handle crude oil, petroleum products (POL), LPG and the like
Expedite Giri Pradakshina route works: GVMC Chief
DMK, AIADMK leaders for Madurai East and West Assembly constituencies begin campaign
With the completion of the 9.6-km double line railway work between Almatti and Wandal, which has been opened for traffic since March 25, Karnataka Minister M.B. Patil has sought the introduction of a long-pending express train service between Bengaluru and Vijayapura
Zomi community leaders warn of phased and coordinated agitations over delay in justice for MLA who died following a mob assault.
PM Modi chairs CCS meet to review West Asia conflict impact
Karnataka Transport Department misses revenue target by 14%
Tax concessions provided to electric vehicle registrations and concessions extended to certain categories of vehicles dragged down the revenue of the Transport Department as it missed the target by 14%
Seven arrested for forging documents to encroach govt. land at Chandanagar
Evangelical Fellowship calls for consultations on FCRA regulations
It calls for the law to be upheld in ways that are fair, proportionate, and do not undermine institutions serving vulnerable communities
Schoolgirls attempt to leave for Chennai to meet social media influencer, rescued
Karnatakas Stamps and Registrations Department sees revenue up, but target not met
Amid problems in the registration of properties over e-khata, revenue collection from registrations increased by 13.31% even as the Department of Stamps and Registration failed to meet the target set for the financial year
11.94% increase in Excise revenue in Karnataka despite drop in beer sales
Karnataka reported 11.94% increase in Excise revenue collection despite a steep drop in the sale of beer, which has been attributed to a long spell of rain coupled with floods and a marginal dip in sale of Indian Made Liquor
Bring back J&K residents son deported to Pakistan, Jammu and Kashmir High Court tells Home Ministry
Father says that after the Pahalgam attack, police raided his house, forcibly detained his son and deported him to Pakistan
Bhavanisagar (R) constituency awaits answers to long-standing challenges
55,000 households use Census self-enumeration portal on day one
In the first phase, comprehensive information on the condition of housing, household amenities and assets possessed will be collected, the Home Ministry said
Modi plans FTA push with Europe this summer, fast-tracking implementation on cards
Officials finalising dates for PM travel to Nordic Summit in Norway, G-7 in France and to Netherlands in May and June
Watch: what are the main changes in the FCRA Amendment bill 2026?
Coast Guard rescues fisherman who went missing off Kochi
Mamata did nothing for Muslims in West Bengal, says Owaisi
Muslims want to free themselves from the fear of Modi and Mamata, says AIMIM leader Asaduddin Owaisi as he launches election campaign with AJUP chief Humayun Kabir
Hope for Bengal electors pending under adjudication, but uncertainty over redressal at tribunals
West Bengal may see the 2026 Assembly election with far fewer electors than in 2024 Lok Sabha polls (7.60 crore) and 2021 Assembly polls (7.34 crore). Current electoral roll stands at 7.04 crore, including 60 lakh cases under adjudication, with about 40% rejections.
The group intends to bring all the sub-tribes under one banner Tangsang-Naga and this is indicative of a deeper conspiracy to create homogenous demographic structure, tribunal told
Karnataka Minister D. Sudhakar on ECMO support
In Bodoland, fight for peace, identity unites political rivals BPF and UPPL
In the Bodoland Territorial Region, BPF in alliance with the BJP is taking on the UPPL, which till a few months ago was with the saffron party; while the UPPL blames the BPF for communal tension in the region, both concur on the need to protect the Bodo identity and have lasting peace
Watch: Trump says Iranian leader has asked for ceasefire
Irans new leader has asked the United States for a ceasefire, U.S. President Donald Trump said in a Truth Social post on Wednesday (April 1). Irans foreign ministry spokesperson said Trumps statement about a ceasefire request was false and baseless.
Just like Maharashtra, voter theft is being attempted in Bengal: Mahua Moitra
Cochin Shipyard delivers INS Malwan to Indian Navy
NMDC logs record 53.15 MT iron ore output in FY26, sales 50.23 MT
Review meeting on election preparedness held
Hospitals association appeals to govt. to end nurses strike in Kerala
Trump has no easy solution for Irans chokehold on global markets, says Vali Nasr
Iranian-American academic Vali Nasr says Donald Trump faces no easy way to counter Irans leverage over global energy markets, especially via key chokepoints like the Strait of Hormuz. He argues Tehran is deliberately shifting the battlefield to the global economymaking it harder for Washington to secure a quick or decisive outcome.
Modi Americas slave, has put country in crisis: Priyanka Gandhi Vadra
Addressing party rallies in eastern Assam, the Congress leader says the people are tired of the mafia and syndicate rule of the BJP-led government
Five arrested in Telangana for supplying 600+ SIM cards to Cambodia-based cyber fraud syndicate
Jazeera Airways likely to operate Kuwait-Mangaluru bi-weekly charter flights from April 8
One dead, another feared drowned after fishing boat capsizes in Phalguni River
TN Election 2026 | Chennai Poll Canvas: Perambur
Chennai Poll Canvas is an election special programme from The Hindu, offering a comprehensive constituency roundup from in and around Chennai for the Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections 2026.
