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Tragic Road Accident Claims Lives of Eight Pilgrims in Kurnool

Kurnool, April 16: A tragic road accident in Kurnool district of Andhra Pradesh claimed the lives of at least eight pilgrims on Thursday morning.

Trumps Tax Cuts Provide Relief to Millions of Americans, Boosting Incomes: White House

Washington, April 16: President Donald Trumps Working Families Tax Cuts have delivered significant relief to millions of Americans, providing rec

PM Modi Announces Historic Step Towards Womens Empowerment

New Delhi, April 16: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has described the upcoming special session of Parliament, set to begin on Thursday, as a histor

Respect for women is respect for nation: PM Modi on womens reservation bill ahead of special Parliament session

Smalth Unveils the Unique Titanium Lava Smart Ring

Mumbai, April 16: Smalth has introduced the Titanium Lava, a groundbreaking smart ring that redefines wearable technology. This device merges sty

Jagan warns of agitation over Juvvaladinne Fishing Harbour delay, targets Naidu

Questioning the delay in inauguration of Juvvaladinne Fishing Harbour, the YSRCP chief accuses the government of giving land to a private defence

Assembly Elections 2026 LIVE: Tamil Nadu CM Stalin terms Centre's proposed law on delimitation 'black law'

Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin says he has burnt copy of Delimitation Bill to mark the State's strong opposition to it

Moto Edge 70 Pro Chipset Details Revealed Following Geekbench Listing

Mumbai, April 16: Motorola Edge 70 Pro 5G is set to launch soon in India. A dedicated microsite for the device is now live on the e-commerce plat

Bengals Face Dilemma Over Draft Target Jermod McCoys Medical Concerns

Cincinnati, April 16: The Cincinnati Bengals are closely monitoring Tennessee cornerback Jermod McCoy as the NFL draft approaches. McCoys medical

Patricio Freire Discusses Injury Sustained in UFC 327 Loss

Miami, April 16: Patricio Freire faced significant challenges during his fight against Aaron Pico at UFC 327. Freire (37-9 MMA, 1-2 UFC) lost by

Sony Unveils INZONE M10S II Gaming Monitor with Impressive Features

Mumbai, April 16: Sony Electronics Inc. has introduced the INZONE M10S II esports monitor, expanding its INZONE lineup. This 27-inch QHD OLED dis

XElectron Unveils Luminex Smart Projector in India with 1080p Resolution and OTT Apps

Mumbai, April 16: XElectron has launched the Luminex Smart Projector in India, designed to enhance the home cinema experience. Priced at 14,990 (

OnePlus Launches B60P01 Update to Enhance Stability and Photos App Functionality

Mumbai, April 16: OnePlus has begun rolling out a new system update, version B60P01, as part of its regular upgrade cycle. This update is being r

NFL Reporter Dianna Russini Resigns Following Controversial Photos with Coach Mike Vrabel

Pittsburgh, April 16: NFL reporter Dianna Russini has resigned from her role at The Athletic as of April 14. This decision comes just a week afte

Mike Evans to Sport No. 5 with the 49ers in 2026

San Francisco, April 16: Wide receiver Mike Evans is set to don a new number as he joins the San Francisco 49ers in 2026. After spending 12 seaso

Eight killed, 12 hurt as vehicle rams truck near Mantralayam in Kurnool district

Nearly 20 persons from Chikamagaluru in neighbouring Karnataka were on their way to Sri Raghavendra Swamy Mutt, Mantralayam

Bayern Munichs Kompany Reflects on Triumph Despite Suspension

Munich, April 16: Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany expressed pride in his teams performance, despite facing a suspension due to a yellow card

Texas A&M Secures Commitment from 4-Star WR Jaden Upshaw: Im an Aggie

College Station, April 16: After an eventful spring filled with visits to Alabama, Auburn, Miami, and Florida, four-star wide receiver Jaden Upsh

Mike Perry Opens Up About Future in Bare-Knuckle Boxing After Nate Diaz Fight

Mumbai, April 16: Life outside the MMA world has been more rewarding for Mike Perry than his time within it. After establishing himself as a prom

Dont Ignore Hemophilia Symptoms: Timely Testing Can Save Lives

New Delhi, April 16: Hemophilia is a condition that many people are unaware of, yet it can be quite serious. This disorder occurs due to a defici

Galaxy S26 Ultra Owner Faces Confusion Over Camera Issue

Mumbai, April 16: A Galaxy S26 Ultra owner has encountered a perplexing camera issue just days after purchasing the device, leading to a frustrat

LPG Supply Restoration May Take 3-4 Years, Warns Government Official

Mumbai, April 16: Restoration of disrupted global LPG supply chains could take three to four years. A senior government official indicated that i

'To everyone else, he was a nice guy': The reality of stalking in India | i witness

China says economy grew 5% on-year in Q1, beating forecasts

China's economic growth topped expectations in the first quarter of the year, official data showed Thursday, even as the global economy reels fro

Bollywood Actress Sonal Chauhan Attends Mahakals Bhasma Aarti in Ujjain

Ujjain, April 16: A large crowd of devotees gathered at the Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain for the Bhasma Aarti, with many lining up from 2 AM to

IPL 2026: Akash Chopra Questions Player of the Match Decision for Rasikh Salam

Bengaluru, April 16: The 23rd match of IPL 2026 took place at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, featuring Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) against Lucknow

Investment Pioneer Mark Mobius Passes Away at 89

New Delhi, April 16: Renowned investor and a giant in the world of emerging markets, Mark Mobius, has passed away at the age of 89. His death on

Iran Arrests Four Alleged Israeli Spies

The four agents linked to the Mossad were apprehended in Gilan governorate in northern Iran, IRNA reported, citing a statement from Iran's Revolu

Progress in US-Iran Talks: White House Expresses Optimism for Agreement

Washington, April 16: The White House has indicated that discussions with Iran are meaningful and ongoing. However, tensions surrounding the Stra

Israel, US goals 'identical'; prepared for any scenario: Benjamin Netanyahu

Prime Minister Netanyahu stated Israel and the US share identical goals regarding Iran, including removing enriched material and halting enrichme

JAC Class 9th Result 2026: Check when and how to download the marksheet at jac.jharkhand.gov.in, grading system and more

JAC Class 9 Result 2026 Date Time: Students expecting the results of JAC Class 9th can check their scores on jacresults.com and jac.jharkhand.gov

White House denies US requested ceasefire, says new talks may happen in Pakistan

The White House denied reports of requesting a ceasefire in the Iran war, but said talks with Tehran remain ongoing and productive. Press secreta

RCB Tops IPL 2026 Standings as Virat Kohli Claims Orange Cap

Bengaluru, April 16: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) continues to impress in IPL 2026. On Wednesday, they secured a thrilling 5-wicket victory

Breaking News Live Updates: Women's Reservation Bill, Delimitation Bill to be tabled in Parliament today

33 years after ignominious exit, SC orders honourable farewell for former IAF pilot

A year on & 3 months after FIR, UP cleric held in fake nikah, halala gang-rape case

Uncertainty Looms Over U.S. Gas Prices Amid Iran Tensions

Washington, April 16: The Trump administration has linked the future of fuel prices in the United States to the ongoing tensions with Iran. Offic

Own Multiple Credit Cards? Remember This 30% Rule To Maintain CIBIL Score

Experts say consistently nearing your limit signals that your expenses are tightly linked to your credit access, which is a red flag for lenders.

US ends sanctions waiver for Russian, Iranian Oil; India among affected buyers

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Wednesday confirmed Washington will not renew sanctions waivers on Russian and Iranian oil, ending tempora

Former Reliance ADAG execs Jhunjhunwala, Bapna arrested by ED

Doug Field, Apple and Tesla veteran, quits as Fords EV, tech chief

Doug Field, a former Tesla and Apple executive leading Fords EV and tech efforts, will leave next month after nearly five years. Hired to moderni

Russia Rains Strikes Across Ukraine, Killing Two

Moscow has fired hundreds of drones on its neighbour almost nightly since the beginning of the four-year war, and recently expanded daytime strik

Kolkata Weather: IMD warns of stormy week ahead, issues yellow alert, predicts rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds. Check the full forecast for next week

Kolkata weather today: The 'City of Joy' is bracing for a stormy week as the IMD has issued a yellow alert for two days in Kolkata, warning of th

OpenAIs new model for defensive security; NVIDIAs models for quantum computing research

OpenAI has announced GPT-5.4-Cyber, a specialised version of its latest AI model thats designed for defensive security work. NVIDIA has launched

Tehran cannot be besieged: Iran signals continuation of talks with US through Pakistan

Delimitation: Whats different this time and why its kicking up a row

White House Denies US Sought Ceasefire With Iran, Fresh Talks Likely In Pak

The war has led Iran to effectively shut the Strait of Hormuz - a vital artery for global crude and gas shipments

Fuel Supply Fears After Blaze Tears Through Crucial Australian Refinery

Flames as tall as 60 metres (200 feet) erupted late Wednesday night after a gas leak caught fire at the Viva fuel plant in Victoria state, firefi

Eight from Karnataka killed in a road accident near Mantralayam

Nearly 20 persons from Chikmangalore in neighbouring Karnataka were on their way to Sri Raghavendra Swamy Mutt, Mantralayam

'Your ships will be sunk by our first missiles': Iran warns US over Strait of Hormuz

The military adviser to Iran's supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei on Wednesday warned that Iran would sink American ships in the Strait of Hormuz if

Northern Railway To Operate Regular Delhi-Kashmir Parcel Train Service From April 17

JAMMU, Apr 15: The Jammu Division of Northern Railway on Wednesday said it will operate a Joint Parcel Product-Rapid Cargo Service (JPP-RCS) trai

Iran Participating in World Cup, FIFA President Confirms

Iran's participation in the global tournament had been thrown into doubt by the war with the United States and Israel that broke out on February

Delimitation, Women's Quota Bills To Be Tabled Today: How Numbers Stack Up

The historic bills to implement 33 per cent women's quota in legislature, delimitation and the one to increase the seats for Union Territories, w

Vijayscampaign draws huge crowd, brings city to a halt

Difficult for court to rule on centuries-old religious beliefs: CJI Surya Kant

Israel-Iran war LIVE: U.S. warns that buyers of Iranian oil could be hit with sanctions

We have told countries that if you are buying Iranian oil, that if Iranian money is sitting in your banks, we are now willing to apply secondary

Need for joint response of INDIA bloc on delimitation, women reservation bills: Omar Abdullah

J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said both the proposed increase in the Lok Sabha seats and womens representation need to be examined collectivel

From dropping bombs to pressuring banks: US pivots to economic warfare on Iran

The Trump administration is shifting its Iran strategy towards economic pressure, threatening secondary sanctions on countries doing business wit

Live: Iran Threatens to Disrupt Gulf Trade in Response to US Naval Blockade

Mediators efforts to extend a U.S.-Iran ceasefire made progress as the two sides are expected to hold another round of negotiations, regional off

Rahanes place in KKR as batter under scanner

INDIAN PREMIER LEAGUE | ROHIT SHARMA BECOMES FIRST MI BATTER TO SCORE 6000 RUNS New Delhi, April 15: Ajinkya Rahane seems to be living in a bubbl

Iran May Offer Free Passage To Ships Through Oman Side Of Hormuz: Report

The war has resulted in the largest-ever disruption of global oil and gas supplies due to Iran's interruption of traffic through the strait, whic

Rahane fined Rs 12 lakh for slow over rate

INDIAN PREMIER LEAGUE | ROHIT SHARMA BECOMES FIRST MI BATTER TO SCORE 6000 RUNS Chennai, April 15: Kolkata Knight Riders Captain Ajinkya Rahane h

Struggling MI desperate to resurrect campaign vs PBKS

INDIAN PREMIER LEAGUE | ROHIT SHARMA BECOMES FIRST MI BATTER TO SCORE 6000 RUNS MATCHES TODAY MUMBAI INDIANS VS PUNJAB KINGS AT 7:30 PM Mumbai,

Attacks on merchant shipping completely unacceptable: EAM S Jaishankar

Just let Sooryavanshi play: Finch on teenagers India debut debate

INDIAN PREMIER LEAGUE | ROHIT SHARMA BECOMES FIRST MI BATTER TO SCORE 6000 RUNS New Delhi, April 15: Former Australia captain Aaron Finch believe

Far-Right Polish MP Draws Outrage With Swastika On Israeli Flag

Berkowicz, a member of the far-right nationalist Konfederacja (Confederation) opposition party, brandished the paper flag, with the Nazi symbol r

Can courts ban public appearance of naked sadhus of Digambar sect?, asks TDB

Morning Digest: Pak Army chief Munir reaches Iran for peace talks; Door-to-door visit by Census enumerators in eight States/U.T.s from today, and more

Here is a select list of stories to start the day

8 Killed, 12 Injured in Road Accident in Kurnool

Pilgrims from Karnataka among victims as a car crashes into ready-mix lorry near Mantralayam

This Bengaluru popup reimagines dates through food, culture, and community

With Khajoornama, Chef Taiyaba Ali blends regional Indian cuisines, craft, and immersive storytelling into a multi-sensory dining experience cent

Is Erika Kirk really in danger right now? Erika Kirk security threats spark campus event cancellation but how serious are these very serious threats facing the Turning Point USA CEO?

Search interest in Erika Kirk security threats jumped sharply within hours of her sudden withdrawal. The Turning Point USA CEO canceled her Unive

Indian Envoy Meets US Trade Representative Amid Trade Deal Talks

Indian Ambassador to the US Vinay Mohan Kwatra met US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer and former National Security Adviser Robert O'Brien her

Tax return postmark rules 2026: 1-day delay risk Will mailing taxes last minute make your IRS filing late?

A 1-day delay can now make your return late. The tax return postmark rules 2026 have changed how the IRS reads mailing dates. Many taxpayers stil

SMVDUs SCSE students participate in Industry Speaks 2.0 at IIT Jammu

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 15: Students of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU) made a strong academic impression at the prestigious

Mediators push closer to extending Iran ceasefire

CAIRO, April 15: Mediators are edging closer to extending the fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran ahead of its April 22 deadline

Israeli soldiers drive through southern Lebanon, as seen from Northern Israel

Israeli soldiers drive through southern Lebanon, as seen from Northern Israel, on Wednesday. (PTI)

Pak delegation led by Munir arrives in Iran for talks

Islamabad, April 15: A Pakistani delegation, led by Chief of the Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir, reached Tehran on Wednesday as part of Isla

Verify FASTag vehicle numbers, NHAI to banks

Balen Shah holds cabinet meeting for key decisions

KATHMANDU, April 15: Prime Minister Balen Shah has called a cabinet meeting for Wednesday at 4 PM at the Office of the Prime Minister and Council

China, Russia should restore UN authority: Xi

BEIJING, April 15: Chinese President Xi Jinping told Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov that China and Russia should work more closely to res

Japanese proverb of the day, A quiet river runs deep - True strength does not announce itself loudly; it grows quietly within, steady, patient, and....

Japanese proverb of the day: Over 70% of leaders now value emotional intelligence over loud confidence. The Japanese proverb of the day A quiet r

Zelenskyy expands arms deals to resist Russian invasion

KYIV, April 15: President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukraines top priority is securing more support from allies to expand air defence systems as Ru

Stock markets surge over 1 pc amid US-Iran talks optimism

Mumbai, April 15: Benchmark stock indices Sensex and Nifty surged over 1 per cent on Wednesday as hopes of renewed diplomatic engagement between

Indias exports plunge 7.44 pc; trade with West Asia nosedives

New Delhi, April 15: Exports posted the steepest fall in five months, declining by 7.44 per cent in March to USD 38.92 billion due to trade uncer

Nari Shakti: From Promise to Power

-A Historic Act, A National Resolve- Tarun Chugh Where women are honoured, there divinity resides. This ancient Sanskrit wisdom is no longer mere

A relook on Career options

Prof K S Chandrasekar kscnair@gmail.com Knowledge as the supreme purifier in education. In this world, there is nothing as purifying as knowledge

Womens Commission sets up panel to probe alleged sexual harassment at TCS Nashik

In a statement, the Commission said the panel will visit the facility on April 18 to conduct an on-the-spot inquiry, examine the circumstances le

12L households in 11 states/UTs self-enumerate for Census 2027

War and Global Economy

Prof M K Bhat drmkb1963@gmail.com Iran-America war has rattled the geopolitical and geo economic atmosphere of the world. The closure of Strait o

Will map every drug hotspot, hit each one like surgical strike: LG

Pak orchestrated smuggling to fund terrorism Not a single accused will be spared Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 15: Drug abuse isnt just a la