Pakistan military kills 22 in northwest clashes, child dead in crossfire
A joint military operation was conducted by security forces and law enforcement agencies that resulted in intense exchange of fire in which the militants were killed, Says military media wing statement
Activist Gurjeet Khalsa brought down from BSNL tower in Patiala after 560 days
Mr. Khalsa decided to come down after the Punjab government recently notified the anti-sacrilege law the Jaagat Jot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar (Amendment) Act, 2026 which proposes stricter punishment, including life imprisonment and a fine of up to 25 lakh, for any act of sacrilege against the Guru Granth Sahib.
Nukkad Naatak: How street theatre and social media helped this indie film stand out
Tanmaya Shekhars debut film uses street theatre to examine activism, privilege and the realities of child labour
Telangana police seek details of Telugu Scribe account under UAPA provisions
Daily Quiz: UNESCOs World Book Day and UN English Day
A quiz on the occasion of the UNESCOs World Book Day and UN English Day being observed on April 23
On Panchayati Raj day, the Congress also said that it is fully committed to strengthening the spirit of Gram Swaraj and congratulated the village heads and members of the panchayats and local bodies across the country
Watch: RTC driver succumbs after immolation bid, tension prevails in Warangal
A Telangana State Road Transport Corporation driver who attempted self-immolation amid the ongoing RTC employees strike succumbed to burn injuries on the 24th of April 2026, triggering tension in Narsampet town as well as in Warangal.
China to send giant pandas to Atlanta again
Chinas giant panda loan program has long been known as a tool of Beijings soft-power diplomacy
Thai court accepts case against 44 opposition figures over royal insult law
The courts acceptance of the case is the latest in a string of setbacks for Thailands liberal, anti-establishment opposition, which has found itself on the wrong end of a succession of court rulings and was blocked from forming a government after winning the 2023 general election
Islamabad remains shut for heavy traffic amid uncertainty over U.S.-Iran talks
The administrations of the twin cities of Islamabad and Rawalpindi had closed all major roads and markets in VVIP movement areas on April 19, 2026 amid indications that the talks could begin any day during the week
Trump announces ceasefire extension as Israel continues strikes in Lebanon
The Israel-Lebanon ceasefire has been extended by three weeks after U.S.-led talks at the White House. While the truce has reduced overall violence, Israeli strikes have continued in southern Lebanon, targeting what the military says are Hezbollah positions, keeping tensions high on the ground.
Dr. Radhakrishnan Nagar registers the highest turnout in Chennai
Intel earnings signal recovery at U.S. chip maker
Shares in Intel took off late last year after AI giant Nvidia announced it would invest $5 billion in its lagging rival
Karur stampede is yet to fade from memory of voters at Velusamypuram
Minutes past 2 p.m. Thursday, booth number 15 at the Panchayat Union Middle School, located a few yards away from the scene of the stampede, registered 81.31% polling, indicating that the tragedy has in no way dispirited the enthusiasm of the voters
Pathogens without payback: when sharing isnt caring
Poorer nations that share critical pathogen data often benefit little from the health outcomes developed using that data. The long overdue PABS framework is critical to fixing this system. With another round of negotiations beginning on April 27, a lot is riding on how quickly and effectively both parties find common ground
PM takes boat ride on Hooghly river in Kolkata, tries his hand at photography
Cyient gets board nod for 720 cr. share buyback plan
Cyient reported consolidated net profit for the fiscal declined more than 28% to 463 crore from 648 crore a year earlier
Bangladesh Cricket Board withdraws Mustafizur's NOC for PSL
The Bangladesh Cricket Board wishes to inform that, following the conclusion of the 3rd ODI against New Zealand, the team's medical staff has reviewed the condition of national team pace bowler Mr. Mustafizur Rahman, says the BCB
Interview | Adrian Woolfson: Its the Wright brothers moment in biology
Woolfson talks about what he calls artivolution, and the risks and advantages of releasing engineered species into the environment
Meta slashes 8,000 jobs, or 10% of its workforce, as Microsoft offers buyouts
In the latest round of tech industry job cuts, Meta is laying off about 8,000 workers and Microsoft is offering buyouts to a similar number
Column by Saba Mahjoor |When Phuphee chose herself
The time when Phuphee served sooj halwe and a little self-respect
Make sure medicines, vaccines are available: CM
CM Rekha Gupta said that deficiencies in cleanliness, medicines and basic facilities would not be tolerated under any circumstances.
IPL 2026: Bartlett hails Arshdeeps amazing influence in adapting to conditions
The Queenslander also highlighted the importance of camaraderie within the pace unit which includes Arshdeep, Marco Jansen and Vijaykumar Vyshak
AIDSO protests alleged imposition of English in government schools in Karnataka
AIDSO district president Tulajaram N.K. claimed parents were being informed that Kannada medium would be discontinued in several schools from the coming academic year
Rupee drops 24 paise to 94.25 against U.S. dollar in early trade
Sensex was trading 547.02 points or 0.70% down at 77,116.98 in early trade, while Nifty lost 159.75 points or 0.66% to 24,013.30; the dollar index was 0.12% higher at 98.71
Visakhapatnam summer camps guide: Fun learning, sports & skill building for kids
Summer camps across Visakhapatnam offer hands-on science, sports, coding and craft activities, helping children learn and stay engaged
Israel-Lebanon ceasefire extended by 3 weeks, says Trump
SpaceX warns that inquiries into sexually abusive AI imagery may hurt market access
The news comes after SpaceX hosted analysts at its Colossus supercomputer in Memphis, Tennessee, on Thursday, gearing up for its $1.75 trillion IPO expected this summer
How to build your inner infrastructure
When the world feels unstable, what is your internal load-bearing wall made of?
Assembly Elections 2026 LIVE: ECI issues fresh post-poll guidelines for West Bengal
EVMs shifted to strong rooms in Tamil Nadu
Why political literacy must begin in the classroom
Political literacy equips students with the ability to think critically about political processes, without prescribing what they should think
Watershed projects in north Karnataka win awards
Five projects in Belagavi and two in Bagalkot received awards
Summer 2026 in Telugu cinema: Where are the big films?
With a few potential crowd pullers opting out of the summer race, box office prospects appear uneven
Has Anthropics Mythos made the cure worse than the disease?
In the world of cybersecurity, defenders are, to put it crudely, your anti-virus sellers, helping you fix security vulnerabilities and keep data safe. But that simple business model is being disrupted by speed and scale.
Beating the Chennai heat: Smart ways to stay cool
It is that time of year when Chennai turns to its favourite thirst-quenchers. Tender coconut, watermelon, sugarcane juice, nungu and ice cream are time-tested to offer a refuge from the heat. But there are other traditional summer coolers too that are equally refreshing. We go on a chill trail across the city, and bring you our favourites
Delhi High Court seeks Kejriwals stand on plea over court videos circulation
During the hearing, the Court stated that unauthorised recording, uploading, and publishing of court hearings are prohibited under the High Court rules
For Mumbai Indians, there is little margin for further error and lots of introspection to do before it takes on Lucknow Super Giants on April 29
NGT issues notice to six cricket stadiums over water usage
The green body had asked several cricket stadiums to provide the information to the Central Ground Water Authority, which is tabulating the information disclosed by them
How Visakhapatnam zoo keeps animals cool as temperatures rise
As peak summer sets in, Indira Gandhi Zoological Park steps up species-specific cooling and hydration measures to protect animals from heat stress and dehydration
Deliberations on partnerships, investment held at New Delhi roadshow for agritech meet
GRAM-2026 is scheduled to be held in Jaipur from May 23 to 25
Classic Legends launches Yezdi, BSA scramblers
While the BSA Scrambler 650 carries an introductory price of 3,24,950, the Yezdi Scrambler 350 comes at introductory price of 1,99,950
Bihar Government seeks 12,000 crore loan from RBI to cover delayed social security pensions
Tejashwi Yadav claimed the state government is bankrupt, but Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Choudhary dismissed this, saying its routine for the government to take loans for development
India Slams Trumps Hellholes Remark, Calls It Misguided and Unacceptable
New Delhi, April 23 : India has firmly pushed back against a controversial social media The post India Slams Trumps Hellholes Remark, Calls It Misguided and Unacceptable appeared first on The Voice Of Sikkim .
Odisha issues SOP for safety of census enumerators following incidents of attack
In Dhenkanal, enumerators were physically assaulted and their vehicles were damaged
Israel says it struck Hezbollah missile launcher in Lebanon that had fired into Israel
UN General Assembly President Annalena Baerbock to visit India next week
During her visit to India, Ms. Baerbock will hold multiple bilateral meetings with various government officials and also meet the UN country team in India led by UN Resident Coordinator Stefan Priesner
YSRCP thriving on false narratives on NDA govt, says Minister Sandhya Rani
People are watching how the YSRCP leaders are behaving and will teach them another lesson in 2029, she says
Domestic work and its quest for recognition
DespiteKarnatakanotifying the Code on Wages Rules under the broader Code on Wages, 2019 framework, aimed atstandardisingminimum wages, working hours and employer responsibilities, and a draft Domestic Workers (Social Security and Welfare) Bill, domestic workers remain outside the formal workforce, writes Rishita Khanna.
Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire extended by 3 weeks, says Trump
The White House meeting was the second high-level negotiation between Israel and Lebanon since last week
Exchange of gunfire inside Mall of Louisiana leaves 1 person dead, 5 wounded
Two groups reportedly argued inside the food court and started shooting at each other
AAP targets BJP over deteriorating law and order situation in Delhi
AAP MLA Kuldeep Yadav pointed out that law and order in Delhi was already under the Centre, but for the past one and a half years, all levels of government in Delhi has been under the BJP
MI vs CSK: Coach Jayawardene clarifies Santners concussion substitution
Jayawardene was quick to clarify the sequence of events, stressing that Santners injury was not limited to the shoulder.
Telangana RTC strike | A transport system stuck in breakdown mode
Six years after a prolonged shutdown in 2019, an indefinite strike by Telangana State Road Transport Corporation employees has once again brought the States public transport system to a halt, leaving nearly 65 lakh commuters stranded. Unresolved demands, especially the absorption of 40,000 employees into government service, and a widening trust deficit between workers and the government have resurfaced. While the government has shown willingness for talks while terming the strike illegal, deeper structural issues such as an ageing fleet and rising operational strain continue to plague the corporation, reportsSyed Mohammed
Mental health institution, organisations facilitate voting for residents
A tiny initiative to reduce childcare stress for parents on polling day
Tiruvallur district witnesses over 82% voter turnout
Kancheepuram district sees over 87% polling
Stalin commends people of T.N. for record voter turnout
SSLC examination: 349 schools in Dakshina Kannada record 100% result
K.M. Raghava Nambiyar chosen for Parthi Subba award for 2025
Bengaluru: Mental health session held for north-east division police personnel
Khader, Rao congratulate students, teachers for Dakshina Kannadas top rank in SSLC examination
All 826 students who opted Tulu as the third optional lanuguage passed the Tulu paper
KSRTC issues summer advisory for drivers, conductors
Tryst with success the Tilak-Abhishek redemption
Though Suryavanshi has been attracting eyeballs with his swashbuckling starts, the left-handers from Mumbai Indians and Sunrisers have found form with different methods that could be pivotal to their teams fortunes
Lebanon yearns for peace and deliverance
Despite a tenuous ceasefire, Lebanon remains fragile; the scheduled second round of talks with Israel in Washington offers a sliver of hope
IRS officer daughter murder case: accused sent to 4-day custody
The police said the accused told them that haddidi[the victim] given me money, I would not have done anything to her
Scaling climate adaptation from policy to grassroots
Adaptation can be advanced through coordinated governance, finance and local efforts
Ensure uninterrupted supply of medicines, vaccines: CM
Directive to authorities follows surprise inspection at the Delhi government-run Aruna Asaf Ali Hospital
BJP women cadre accuse Congress of blocking quota bill
A season to try and understand the peoples pulse
While journalists cannot ignore digital platforms, only field reporting offers a clear understanding of the public sentiment
Stray incidents of violence break out across Tamil Nadu on election day
TVK and DMK party workers clash at Harbour constituency in Chennai
Recent hits give Malayalam film industry a shot in the arm
A couple of young and talented filmmakers have scripted success in the Malayalam film industry through their recent ventures. G. Krishnakumar finds out how the youngsters have rekindled hope in the industry that has been struggling to stay afloat
Govt. schools start new session sans textbooks; contempt plea filed
Cycle of violence: On Manipur, the persistence of hostilities
Manipur sees little respite despite a change of guard under the Bharatiya Janata Party
Women feel unsafe: AAP targets Delhi govt. over deteriorating law and order situation
The city is witnessing daily reports of murder and robbery, alleges Opposition party MLA Kuldeep Kumar
Crimes inDelhis upscale areasexpose loopholes in hiring domestic helps
Voters, polling officials brave the searing heat on polling day
BRS social media convener arrested by Kukatpally police
Three newly-married couples come in wedding finery to vote in Tiruvallur district
High heat: On India and warming
India must address the underlying vulnerability to hot weather
Two Scheduled Tribe couples in Tamil Nadu exercise their franchise for the first time this election
They received their voter IDs only recently
First-time voters exercise their franchise with overwhelming excitement
NOTA loses ground as electors in Tamil Nadu lean towards new political alternatives
In 2013, the Supreme Court directed the Election Commission of India to include NOTA as an option on electronic voting machines, allowing voters to formally reject all candidates
Iranian cleric Abdul Majeed Hakim praises Indias religious harmony
Lisa Gill appointed Chief Justice of A.P. High Court
She will assume office on April 25 consequent upon the retirement of current Chief Justice Dhiraj Singh Thakur on April 24
Record turnout in WB & Tamil Nadu polls despite violence
Record voter turnout marked Phase 1 of the 2026 Assembly elections in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu, despite sporadic violence and polling disruptions.
Russia reports toxic rain, orders locals to stay home after Ukrainian oil strike
Kyiv struck oil facilities in the southern town of Tuapse on April 20, triggering a huge blaze and sending plumes of thick black smoke into the sky over the coastal city.
Shakespeares food universe: Eat the Bards words on his birthday
World Book Day 2026: Much Ado about Cooking and other food books to read in April, the Bards month. Also discover rich culinary worlds in the works of Jane Austen and Amitav Ghosh
Residents near Katpadi boycott polls after relocation of polling booth
Citing relocation of the booth to a farther distance from the colony and a lack of civic amenities in the area, residents chose not to vote
