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Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer Resigns Amid Controversies

New York, April 21: Lori Chavez-DeRemer, the U.S. Secretary of Labor, has become the third cabinet member to resign within two months during Pres

Vice President Radhakrishnan to Address Officials on 18th Civil Services Day

New Delhi, April 21: Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan will address officials on Tuesday during the 18th Civil Services Day event in Delhi. The p

Trump Warns of Escalation as Iran Deal Stalemate Persists

Washington, April 21: Amid ongoing tensions between Iran and the United States, President Donald Trump announced on Monday that the ceasefire wit

Mumbai Indians Break Losing Streak with Victory Over Gujarat Titans in IPL 2026

New Delhi, April 21: Mumbai Indians (MI) ended their losing streak in IPL 2026, thanks to a spectacular century from Tilak Varma. In a match held

Mohan Bhagwat bats for wider promotion of Sanskrit

The RSS chief says a significant proportion of vocabulary across linguistic traditions in India was either derived from or influenced by Sanskrit

West Bengal Assembly polls: 23.39% candidates have declared criminal cases, says poll watchdog

In their self-sworn affidavits, 208 (70%) out of 293 candidates fielded by the BJP declared criminal cases against themselves; 112 (38%) out of 2

Gujarat civic body polls: over 700 seats decided unopposed as three-way contest sharpens in State

Even before polling, 733 seats, the majority of them held by the Bharatiya Janata Party, have been decided uncontested after the withdrawal of no

Iran-Israel war LIVE: Vance to travel to Pakistan on Tuesday for Iran talks, says reports

Iran's Revolutionary Guards have warned of targeting any vessel attempting to pass through the Strait of Hormuz without permission.

The Onion launches new bid to take over Alex Jones Infowars and turn it into a parody platform

The satirical news outlet The Onion has a new plan to take over conspiracy theorist Alex Jones Infowars platforms and turn them into parodies

King Charles Honours Queen Elizabeth on 100th Birth Anniversary

In a televised statement, Charles said his mother had shaped the world around her, and touched the lives of countless people

Who is John Ternus, Apple's new CEO?

Apple has appointed John Ternus, a seasoned hardware chief, as its next CEO, succeeding Tim Cook. Ternus, who joined Apple in 2001 and has overse

NASA Astronaut Captures Lyrid Meteor Shower From Space Station

In her post, she encouraged people to look up at the sky, saying that those watching might also spot the International Space Station passing by.

Rs 100 crore discrepancy: HC seeks reply from Vijay, EC, IT dept

Tilak ends MIs wait for win with maiden IPL ton

INDIAN PREMIER LEAGUE | PBKS FIRST TEAM TO WIN THEIR OPENING SIX MATCHES IN IPL MATCH TODAY SUNRISERS HYDERABAD VS DELHI CAPITALS AT 7:30 PM Ahm

Tim Cook to Step Down as Apple CEO, John Ternus to Take Over

Ternus has been with Apple for the past quarter century, including the past five years overseeing the engineering underlying the iPhone, iPad and

PCB bans Shanaka from PSL for one year

INDIAN PREMIER LEAGUE | PBKS FIRST TEAM TO WIN THEIR OPENING SIX MATCHES IN IPL MATCH TODAY SUNRISERS HYDERABAD VS DELHI CAPITALS AT 7:30 PM Kar

Countries backing navigation in Strait of Hormuz sending 'right message': IMO chief

The head of the International Maritime Organization stated that countries defending freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz are sending the

Axar fit for SRH game, says DC coach

INDIAN PREMIER LEAGUE | PBKS FIRST TEAM TO WIN THEIR OPENING SIX MATCHES IN IPL MATCH TODAY SUNRISERS HYDERABAD VS DELHI CAPITALS AT 7:30 PM Hyd

Vance to travel to Pakistan on Tuesday for Iran talks

U.S. Vice President JD Vance will visit Pakistan for talks on Iran, while Tehran is considering joining peace negotiations after efforts to ease

My goal is to now play for India, says RCB pacer Rasikh

INDIAN PREMIER LEAGUE | PBKS FIRST TEAM TO WIN THEIR OPENING SIX MATCHES IN IPL MATCH TODAY SUNRISERS HYDERABAD VS DELHI CAPITALS AT 7:30 PM New

WATSON APPLAUDS TYAGIS IMPACT IN KKR WIN

INDIAN PREMIER LEAGUE | PBKS FIRST TEAM TO WIN THEIR OPENING SIX MATCHES IN IPL MATCH TODAY SUNRISERS HYDERABAD VS DELHI CAPITALS AT 7:30 PM Kol

DU PLESSIS HAILS PBKS BOWLING DEPTH

INDIAN PREMIER LEAGUE | PBKS FIRST TEAM TO WIN THEIR OPENING SIX MATCHES IN IPL MATCH TODAY SUNRISERS HYDERABAD VS DELHI CAPITALS AT 7:30 PM New

LIVE: Trump Claims US Winning Against Iran Before Islamabad Talks

Trump said the US was winning and that Iran's military capabilities had been significantly reduced

Trump offers mixed messages about path ahead for US war against Iran

President Trump issued conflicting statements regarding the U.S. war with Iran, expressing no urgency to end the conflict while anticipating rene

Morning Brief Podcast: India's Medical Tourism Slips Off the Table

Trump claims US 'winning' against Iran ahead of crucial talks in Islamabad

President Donald Trump asserts America is winning its conflict with Iran. He states Iran's military is weakened and a blockade is causing signifi

U.S. officials press Cubans for reforms at Havana meeting

The talks were a sign that the two countries could reach a diplomatic agreement even though President Donald Trump has hinted at potential milita

Morning Digest: Iran undecided on talks as Trump to keep blockade; John Ternus to replace Tim Cook as Apple CEO, and more

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Conveyed to DKS that action against minority leaders inappropriate, says Minister Satish Jarkiholi

US Labor Secretary Resigns Amid Investigation Into Misconduct

US Secretary of Labor Lori Chavez-DeRemer is to leave her job, the White House said Monday, departing after a tenure beset by a series of scandal

Gorkha Pathshala, RB AnupChand cruise to big wins

By Our Reporter Shillong, April 20: Gorkha Pathshala School and RB AnupChand Hindi Secondary School registered convincing victories in the Inter-

Nongkseh register big win; Mawlai, Lajong & Rangdajied bag victories

By Our Reporter Shillong, April 20: Nongkseh SSCC rocketed to a humongous 13-0 victory against Umkaber SCC in Group A of the 5th Meghalaya State

ACA condoles demise of cricket stalwart Badal Thakur

From Our Special Correspondent GUWAHATI, April 20: Assam Cricket Association (ACA) on Monday condoled the passing of Badal Thakur, one of the pio

Apple names insider John Ternus as CEO, Cook to become executive chairman

Apple on Monday named long-time executive John Ternus as its next chief executive officer, marking a leadership change as the company prepares fo

EJHD athletics meet begins with eligibility checks

From Our Correspondent Khliehriat, April 20: In a quiet but significant build-up to the much-anticipated District Level Inter-School Athletics Me

Meghalaya film Ha Lyngkha Bneng heads to New York festival

By Our Reporter The acclaimed Khasi feature film Ha Lyngkha Bneng The Elysian Field has earned international recognition with its official selec

Three-year-old girl mauled to death by stray dogs in Peddapalli district

The girl was playing in front of her familys rented room when the stray dogs attacked her and dragged her away to a nearby field

K-pop, K-dramas are very popular in India: PM Modi at Korea festival

Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the long-standing cultural and historical ties between India and South Korea during talks with South Kor

In 60 days, Trump loses three women from the Cabinet: Kristi Noem, Pam Bondi, and now Lori Chavez-DeRemer resign

In just 60 days, three women leaders left Trumps Cabinet, including Kristi Noem, Pam Bondi, and Lori Chavez-DeRemer. The exits came due to resign

Rupee falls 25 paise against US dollar

Mumbai, April 20: The rupee pared its initial gains and settled with a loss of 25 paise at 93.16 against the US dollar on Monday, after fresh ten

Sensex, Nifty settle flat in volatile trade

Mumbai, April 20: Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty closed almost unchanged in a volatile session on Monday as investors turned cautious amid mo

Mathura: Devotees throng temples on Akshaya Tritiya for eternal blessings

MATHURA, Apr 20: Devotees thronged major temples in Mathura city to offer prayers on the auspicious day of Akshaya Tritiya on Monday. This day is

India Cooling Action Plan rolled out to address global warming threat: Dr Jitendra

Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, Apr 20: India is strengthening its commitment to sustainable cooling and climate resilience through the implem

Rs 4,000 cr earned from scrap, e-waste during Swachhata campaign: Dr Jitendra

Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, Apr 20: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences, and MoS PMO, Pe

Artist Parul Magotra honoured at SHE Awards UK 2026

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 20: Parul Magotra, an accomplished theatre artist, educator and cultural ambassador, was proudly awarded at th

Fortis Escorts Amritsar hosts CME on Renal advances in Jammu

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 20: Fortis Escorts Hospital Amritsar organized a comprehensive Continuing Medical Education (CME) session on A

Suresh K Singh takes charge as CBI, Chandigarh Zonal Head

Excelsior Correspondent CHANDIGARH, Apr 20 : Central Bank of India (CBI), Chandigarh Zone, today warmly welcomed Suresh Kumar Singh, General Mana

Chief Secy outlines vision for digitally empowered J&K

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 20: Presiding over Tech Saksham, a landmark capacity-building workshop jointly convened by the the National In

Athawale accuses opposition of betraying women by blocking reservation bill

Irfan Tramboo SRINAGAR, Apr 20: Union Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment Ramdas Athawale today accused the opposition of betray

JD(U) authorises Nitish Kumar to select new Bihar legislature party leader

In the meeting, Mr. Kumar asked all members of the legislature to work with dedication and resolve to supportthe comprehensive development of Bih

Will need a dedicated bench for West Bengal SIR matters, says CJI

Police officers stand guard at a checkpoint to ensure security ahead of the second round of negotiations between the US and Iran

Police officers stand guard at a checkpoint to ensure security ahead of the second round of negotiations between the US and Iran, in Islamabad, P

Fresh Hormuz violence raises doubts over Iran-US talks

ISLAMABAD, April 20: Pakistan is moving ahead with preparations for a new round of talks between the United States and Iran, even as escalating t

EU hosts Gaza talks to boost Middle East role

BRUSSELS, April 20: More than 60 countries gathered in Brussels for talks with Palestinian representatives focused on stability, security, and lo

Jhunjhunwala, Bapna sent to judicial custody

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Apple stock slips as Tim Cook steps down after 15 years, John Ternus takes charge as new CEO

Apple stock dipped slightly after Tim Cook announced he will step down as CEO and move to a new role. John Ternus will take over leadership at th

Dar, Araghchi talk, push for IranUS dialogue

Islamabad, April 20: Ishaq Dar spoke by telephone on Monday with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, urging continued dialogue and diplomati

Japan issues advisory on mega-quake risk in north

TOKYO, April 20: Japan issued an advisory on Monday for its northern coastal regions after a powerful offshore earthquake raised the possibility

J&K U-19 Boys storm into Pre-Quarterfinals

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 20: Jammu & Kashmir Under-19 boys team qualified for the pre-quarterfinals in the team event of the 87t

Uncertainty prevails over second round of US-Iran talks in Pakistan

ISLAMABAD, Apr 20 : Uncertainty prevailed over the much-touted second round of peace talks between the US and Iran on Monday, amidst exhibitory b

Baby food jars recalled in Europe over rat poison

VIENNA, April 20: Several Central European countries have recalled HiPP baby food after rat poison was found in some jars. The contaminated 190-g

Nepal PM directs universities to scrap party-based student unions

KATHMANDU, Apr 20: Nepals Prime Minister Balendra Shah on Monday instructed the universities and health institutions to dismantle the political p

Manjit inaugurates T20 Cricket tourney

Excelsior Sports Correspondent SAMBA, Apr 20: President of the All Jammu and Kashmir Jatt Sabha and ex- Minister, Manjit Singh today inaugurated

Shine Star beats Rajouri Titans

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 20: Majid Hussain produced a match-winning all-round performance, including a hat-trick and a five-wick

Trump wont win at the table what he failed to win in war: Iran envoy

MOSCOW, April 20: Iran on Monday said that the war launched by the United States and Israel achieved none of their objectives, warning that Washi

Gunman kills 6 in Kyiv before being shot dead

KYIV, April 20: A gunman wielding an automatic weapon killed six people and barricaded himself inside a supermarket with hostages in the Ukrainia

Tribute paid to Capt Tushar Mahajan; shoes, bags distributed among students

Excelsior Correspondent UDHAMPUR, Apr 20: Rich tribute were paid to martyr Captain Tushar Mahajan on his birth anniversary with a charitable prog

U.S. Labour Secretary resigns amid misconduct probe

Her departure makes her the third to leave U.S. President Donald Trumps cabinet in recent weeks

Will Show New Cards On Battlefield If War Resumes: Iran Warns US

Securing Machail Yatra

The shadow of last years Chashoti tragedy still looms large over the collective conscience of J&K. Lives were lost, families were shattered, and

Inglis likely to join LSG ahead of MI game on May 4

NEW DELHI, Apr 20: Struggling Lucknow Super Giants are set to receive a significant mid-season boost with swashbuckling Australia batter Josh Ing

Spell out clear roadmap for Statehood restoration: Omar to Central Govt

NC supported Women Reservation but not delimitation Our Govt fulfilling commitments made to people Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, Apr 20: Chief Minister O

Transporters strike causes inconvenience to commuters

Nawshaba Iqbal SRINAGAR, Apr 20: Public transport across Kashmir came to a halt today as transporters observe a Valley-wide chakka jam against th

SC seeks details of pending terror, drugs cases from States/UTs

Step towards setting up special courts NEW DELHI, Apr 20:The Supreme Court today asked all states and Union Territories to provide details of ter

Shinde builds house for Pahalgam victims family

Fulfills promise made after last years tragedy PAHALGAM, Apr 20: The family of a victim of the Pahalgam terror attack today highlighted the suppo

Adi Sankara, the guiding light

Unemployment, environmental issues are primary demands, says CPI(M) candidate for Tiruvottiyur L. Sundararajan

NSA discusses bilateral ties with Saudi leaders

RIYADH, Apr 20: National Security Advisor Ajit Doval has met Saudi Arabias senior leaders and discussed the bilateral relations, the regional sit

Rajasthan refinery dedication by PM postponed after fire near crude unit

NEW DELHI, Apr 20 : The planned dedication of the Rajasthan refinery by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on April 21, 2026, has been postponed follow

CEC Gyanesh Kumar assures fear-free, transparent polls in Bengal

KOLKATA, Apr 20: Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar on Monday asserted that the poll panel will leave no stone unturned to ensure free and

Bombay High Court dismisses PIL on RSS chief Bhagwats Z-Plus security

Observes plea lacked research and was not in public interest

Biggest energy crisis ever: 600 million barrels lost, oil shock sends prices, inflation and markets into turmoil

A big global energy crisis is happening due to oil supply loss during war. Fuel prices are rising fast in many countries. Inflation is also going

Promise, Politics and Paralysis: The Unending Saga of Womens Reservation in India

By K C Monnappa India is the worlds largest democracy, yet only about 14 percent of its Lok Sabha members are women. In a country where women con

Irans Asymmetric War with the US and Israel

By H Srikanth When the US and Israel bombed and killed the top-brass leaders in Iran, everyone thought that was the end of the Islamic Republic o

NCB posts all-time high of 73 convictions between January and March

Meghalaya Air Quality Index (April 3rd week, 2026)

Preserved orchids show pollination has fallen 60 per cent since 1970s

With their dazzling blooms, orchids are among the most famous and collected flowering plants on Earth. But orchids are not just beautiful and rar

Tamil Nadu elections: States progress causing heartburn in Delhi, says Kamal Haasan

Palanivel Thiaga Rajan recalls saving hundreds of patients lives during COVID-19 pandemic in Madurai