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Karnataka BJP Accuses Congress of Fear Over Womens Reservation Bill

Bengaluru, April 17: The Karnataka Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) stated on Friday that Congress leaders are raising unnecessary objections regardi

Free Drinking Water Kiosk Established at Trimulgherry Traffic ACP Office

The initiative aims to provide safe and free drinking water to the public during the peak summer season, ensuring relief to pedestrians, motorist

Two Arrested for Computer Parts Theft in East Delhi

New Delhi, April 17: In a successful operation, police in East Delhi arrested two suspects involved in a theft case on Friday. The Patparganj Ind

Stock markets rally amid easing geopolitical tensions; Sensex climbs 500 pts

MUMBAI, Apr 17: Stock market benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty rallied nearly 1 per cent on Friday, driven by optimism surrounding easing geopol

Lupins US arm signs litigation settlement act with Humana Inc

NEW DELHI, Apr 17: Pharma major Lupin Ltd on Friday said its arm Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc USA has entered into a USD 30 million settlement agre

BJP Leader Rohan Gupta Criticizes Oppositions Confusion Over Womens Reservation Bill

Ahmedabad, April 17: Political rhetoric surrounding the delimitation process in the country is intensifying. Opposition parties have accused the

Gold imports rise 24 pc to USD 71.98 bn in 2025-26

NEW DELHI, Apr 17: The countrys gold imports rose 24 per cent to hit an all-time high of USD 71.98 billion in 2025-26 on account of high prices o

Delhi High Court Restrains Law Prep Tutorial From Using CLAT 2026 AIR-1 Identity; Orders Takedown of Defamatory Content Against LegalEdge

Moving in already? Kim Kardashian and Lewis Hamilton ignite buzz with cosy home dcor haul

Kim Kardashian and Lewis Hamilton have sparked fresh rumours about their relationship after being seen shopping for home dcor in Los Angeles. The

Bennett University Opens Admissions for Online MBA Programme Focused on Flexible, Future-Ready Learning

47 % Youth Across 56 Major Castes Studied in English Medium in Telangana: Caste Survey

The survey's Education Backwardness Index of 56 major castes showed that OC Jains have high levels of educational attainment, while BC Oddes are

Gold Imports Down 59 Pc in March to Nine-Month Low

Indian gold ETFs extended their inflow streak to the 11th consecutive month in March 2026, recording net inflows of Rs 2270 crore

Dhurandhar 2 Video: When Jameel Jamali finally reveals his biggest secret to Yalina. This clip shows the closure fans were waiting for

Dhurandhar 2 Video: An AI-generated fan clip inspired by Dhurandhar 2 has gone viral for imagining an emotional moment where Jameel Jamali, playe

Telangana Caste Survey: Reddy Community Holds 13.5% of Land in State

The survey report, which was made public on April 15, further said that the state average of irrigated land owned per family is 0.7 acres on aver

Over 865 Crore Seized During Elections in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal

New Delhi, April 17: Enforcement agencies have seized over 865 crore worth of materials during the ongoing assembly elections and by-elections in

CID Files Charges Against Mastermind in Jharkhands 116 Crore Scam

Ranchi, April 17: The CID has taken significant action in the notorious Jharkhand Energy Scam, known as the JETDCL scandal. The agency has filed

Housing dreams falter in West Bengal amid corruption, land crunch

Eligible families in Paschim Medinipur, West Bengal, are denied housing benefits. Decades of occupancy on railway land disqualify them from the P

Kiren Rijiju vs Rahul Gandhi over caste-based reservation

'PM and I don't have wife issue': Rahul Gandhi in Lok Sabha - watch

Mr X movie review: Arya-Gautham Karthiks promising mission undone by excess

An ambitious spy thriller that hooks early, only to get weighed down by overlong action sequences

H5N1 virus detected in Hesaraghatta poultry centre near Bengaluru; no need for panic, says Dinesh Gundu Rao

As part of containment efforts, 7,444 birds were culled, and over 14,000 eggs and 2,250 kg of poultry feed were scientifically disposed of on Apr

Rare Interstellar comet visible for the first time in 1,70,000 years; Best time to catch and how to watch it

Interstellar comet: A rare interstellar comet, C/2025 R3 (Pan-STARRS), last seen 170,000 years ago, is currently passing through our solar system

Key Witness in Ashok Kharat Case Dies in Road Accident

Mumbai, April 17: A significant witness in the Ashok Kharat case, Dr. Jitendra Shelke, has tragically died in a road accident. The incident occur

First loaded Iranian oil tankers exit Gulf since US blockade: Kpler

Three Iranian oil tankers have successfully navigated the Strait of Hormuz, carrying five million barrels of crude. This marks the first such dep

Indian Government Approves Gold and Silver Imports for 15 Major Banks Until 2029

New Delhi, April 17: The central government has granted permission to 15 major banks to import gold and silver from April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2

Major Drug Bust at Amritsar Airport: Passenger Arrested with 6.27 kg of Cannabis

Amritsar, April 17: The Customs Department achieved a significant success at Amritsar Airport in Punjab. An international passenger was arrested

Word of the Day: Panopticon

Panopticon is more than a word, it is a concept that bridges architecture, philosophy, and modern digital life. Its enduring relevance lies in it

London insurers launch $1 bn war cover for Hormuz shipping

London shipping insurers are providing $1 billion in additional war coverage for vessels navigating the Strait of Hormuz. This move by a marine w

Heatwave alert in Maharashtra till April 20; Akola hottest at 44.2C

According to IMD, there will be a gradual rise in maximum temperature by 1-2C over parts of Konkan during the next three days, followed by a fall

Rein in Chambal sand mining or face paramilitary deployment, SC tells M.P., U.P., Rajasthan

Supreme Court of India warns of strict action over illegal sand mining in National Chambal Gharial Sanctuary if States fail to take concrete meas

EVM configuration under way across Coimbatore for elections

Israel says military operation against Hezbollah still not complete

Israel Defence Minister Israel Katz also warned that if the fighting resumed, displaced residents returning to the countrys war-torn south would

Pooja Hegde Celebrates Fathers Birthday with Childhood Photo on Social Media

Mumbai, April 17: Renowned actress Pooja Hegde, known for her impactful performances, took to social media on Friday to wish her father a happy b

UAE envoy to India flags 2,890 strikes on civilian infra since Feb 28, says 4 million Indian expats integral to nation

The UAE ambassador has reported 2,890 missile and drone attacks. He called these unprovoked strikes and urged stronger international action. The

Calcutta High Court Overturns Decision to Appoint College Teachers as Election Officers

Kolkata, April 17: The Calcutta High Court has annulled the Election Commission of Indias (ECI) decision to appoint college teachers as presiding

Pakistan air force escorted Iranian negotiators after U.S. talks, sources say

Pakistans air force escorted Iranian negotiators back home after inconclusive talks with the U.S. in Islamabad, deploying fighter jets and survei

I-T dept raids premises linked to TMC candidate, proposer of Mamata Banerjee's nomination ahead of Bengal polls

Income Tax officials searched properties linked to TMC MLA Debashis Kumar and Miraj Shah in Kolkata. The raids occurred days before voting for th

China calls passage of Japanese warship through Taiwan Strait a 'provocation'

China has strongly protested a Japanese military vessel sailing through the Taiwan Strait. Beijing views this move as a deliberate provocation an

'Was that a speech, or a Michael Jackson performance?'; Nishikant scathing attack on Rahul Gandhi

Govt plans to rationalise filing framework under companies law

The Corporate Affairs Ministry is embarking on an initiative to streamline company law filings, merging various forms into a more user-friendly,

Powergrid Recruitment Alert: 668 Positions Available Including Diploma Trainees, Application Process Starts Soon

New Delhi, April 17: A significant opportunity has emerged for those aspiring to work at Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (Powergrid). The

Watch | Womens quota law not rushed, took 3 years: Rajiv Ranjan Singh

DMK government solely responsible for soaring prices, says G.K. Vasan

First heart valve replacement without surgery performed in Rayalaseema

Doctors at KIMS Saveera Hospital perform heart valve replacement on a 75-year-old patient without surgical incision

Did Twitch streamer Sykkuno admit he cheated on his girlfriend? New post sparks buzz

The Sykkuno cheating scandal began gaining traction on April 10 after a content creator publicly shared her experience, accusing the streamer of

Committees Formed For Regularization Of Rehbar-E-Khel In J&K

JAMMU, Apr 17: The Directorate of Youth Services and Sports, Jammu and Kashmir, has ordered the constitution of committees at zonal level for the

Man tries selling tea from Rolls-Royce rented for Rs 1 lakh. His earnings from this chai experiment leave people shocked

A mans unusual experiment of selling chai from a rented Rolls-Royce for Rs 1 lakh has gone viral on social media, drawing millions of views and r

Coach Praises Prabhsimran Singhs Stellar Performance in IPL Match

Mumbai, April 17: Punjab Kings bowling coach, Sai Raj Bhautule, has lauded Prabhsimran Singh for his outstanding batting. Bhautule stated that Pr

Sargun Mehta Shines at INCA Awards, Wins Best Actress for Sarbala Ji

Mumbai, April 17: Actress Sargun Mehta has won the Best Actress award at the Indian National Cine Academy (INCA) Awards for her role in the Punja

Row over luxury resort project on island in manmade Meghalaya lake

A conservation group wants the government not to use Lumpongdeng Island for the proposed five-star facility; Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma said

Rahul Gandhi dual citizenship case: HC orders FIR against Cong MP; petitioner hails landmark judgment

India forex reserves up $3.83 billion in week ending April 10

India's foreign exchange reserves rose by $3.83 billion in the week ending April 10 to stand at $700.946 million, according to data released by t

GT vs KKR playing 11: Shubman Gills Titans face Rahanes Knight Riders; Head-to-head records and Ahmedabad pitch report

IPL 2026 GT vs KKR head-to-head stats: The 25th match of IPL 2026 sees a contrast in momentum as Gujarat Titans (GT) host Kolkata Knight Riders (

Postal ballot dates announced for police personnel

In pictures: Theatre of elections

A compilation of images on how the five-State Assembly elections are bringing out different ways of candidates trying to connect with the voters.

Novak Djokovic pulls out of Madrid Open due to injury

Tennis star Novak Djokovic will not play in the Madrid Open this year. Organizers confirmed his withdrawal due to an injury. Djokovic is recoveri

Love and War Set to Release Next Year with Ranbir, Alia, and Vicky

Mumbai, April 17: Sanjay Leela Bhansali is back in the spotlight with his upcoming film, Love and War. Known for his grand cinematic style, Bhans

Major Action by Labor Department in Noida: 203 Contractors Face License Revocation

Noida, April 17: In a significant move, the Labor Department has taken a firm stance against violations of labor laws in Noida and surrounding in

Andhra University centenary valedictory on April 27 with VP and CM expected to attend

Andhra University centenary valedictory on April 27 at AU Engineering College grounds; 25,000 expected to attend

Worried About Implementation: Former NCERT Chief Flags Gaps Amid 3-Language Formula Debate

If you don't want Hindi, nobody is forcing you, he added, suggesting that political narratives, rather than policy text, have fueled much of the

Startup news and updates: daily roundup (April 17, 2026)

YourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Here's the roundup for Friday, April 17, 2026.

Leak on pipeline at Vazhuthacaud plugged, says Kerala Water Authority

KWA officials say the contractor for the Smart City projects carried out the repair; the pipeline sprang a leak near the City Police Commissioner

Nearly 900 Rohingya refugees dead, missing in shipwrecks in 2025: UN

In 2025, nearly 900 Rohingya refugees were reported missing or dead in the Andaman Sea and Bay of Bengal, the United Nations refugee agency's spo

Allahabad High Court Orders Case Against Rahul Gandhi In Dual Citizenship Case

Rahul Gandhi Dual Citizenship Case: Allahabad High Court Orders Case Against Rahul Gandhi In Dual Citizenship Case

India Welcomes Israel-Lebanon Ceasefire, Supports Every Step Towards Peace

New Delhi, April 17: India welcomed the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon on Friday, affirming its support for every step taken towards peace.

Karnataka BJP Leader Murder Case: Congress MLA Vinay Kulkarni and 16 Others Sentenced to Life Imprisonment

Bengaluru, April 17: In a significant ruling, a special court in Bengaluru has sentenced Congress MLA Vinay Kulkarni and 15 others to life impris

Protest Turns Violent In Assam's Chirang Along India-Bhutan Border

The unrest began late at night when locals, largely led by women, gheraoed the forest office demanding the release of individuals detained over a

Nikita Bier Calls Out Perplexity's Aravind Srinivas Over Undisclosed Ad Campaigns: 'Can You Please Stop?'

X head of product, Nikita Bier, accused Perplexity CEO, Aravind Srinivas, of undisclosed promotion campaigns violating platform rules.

Myanmar frees over 4,000 prisoners in annual tradition, Suu Kyi sentence reduced by one-sixth

Myanmar's new president says he wants stability and reconciliation in a nation torn apart by a military coup. Those to be released include former

6 Indoor Exercises And Asanas To Stay Fit During A Heatwave

Most people tend to avoid exercising during heatwave conditions. However, you can also perform certain physical activities at home to keep yourse

Stock markets rally amid easing geopolitical tensions; Sensex climbs 500 points

Renewed hopes of a diplomatic resolution between the U.S. and Iran, along with a 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, have materially imp

Centre Notifies Womens Reservation Act In Assemblies, J&K, UTs

NEW DELHI, Apr 17: The Centre on Friday notified the implementation of the Womens Reservation Act 2023 which provides a 33 per cent quota for wom

Pallichattambi movie review: Heavy-handed approach drags down this ahistorical period movie

The film, set amid the tumultuous period of the Liberation Struggle in Kerala, takes a very dated approach in its writing and filmmaking aspects

Andhra University journalism department holds Veeksha 2026 photo exhibition for centenary

Andhra Universitys journalism department holds photo exhibition Veeksha 2026 marking the universitys centenary with archival and student work

Tamil Nadu election 2026: Voters urged to keep conscience and palms clean

InTambaramandThiruneermalai, resident associations and activist groups run campaigns to prevent voters from accepting cash for votes

PM Modi to chair first-ever CAPFs leadership conference in Delhi in May

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead a significant leadership conference for Central Armed Police Forces officers in May. This inaugural event

5 Common Mistakes Indians Make While Storing Gold at Home

From heirloom jewellery passed down generations to new investments made over time during festive occasions like Akshay Tritiya and Dhanteras, gol

Four Maoists killed in Jharkhands Hazaribag

The encounter took place in the Batuka forest area within the Keredari police station limits, following a tip-off

T.N. election: Colleges in Coimbatore encourage students to vote by tweaking academic schedule

Nepal stops unauthorised IVF camp by Indian doctors in Kathmandu

A planned IVF consultation camp in Nepal faced cancellation when the medical regulatory board intervened, stopping two Indian doctors from procee

Miyapur Traffic police step up safety measures at Madinaguda U-turn and NH 65 stretch

In dire need of reform: DeLauro unleashes on ICE in explosive hearing | Fierce immigration debate

Living with theMughals: a legacy that endures despite erasure

April 21, 2026 marks five centuries since the decisive Battle of Panipat which led to the founding of the Mughal empire in the Indian subcontinen

Caste calculus at play: How Tamil Nadus key communities could shape the electoral battle

Tamil Nadu elections are shaped by dominant caste blocs, including Vanniyars in the north, Gounders in the west, and Thevars in the south. Dalit

China hits food delivery platforms with 3.6 bln yuan fine for 'ghost' deliveries

China has imposed hefty fines on seven major e-commerce platforms for serious food safety breaches. Companies like Taobao, Meituan, Pinduoduo, an

Bengaluru or Hyderabad? Man gets two MNC offers with same pay but different titles, internet divided on what to choose

A Reddit users job dilemma has sparked debate online after being offered two roles with the same salary but different titles, Senior Manager in H

Indias smartphone shipments drop 3 pc in Jan-Mar, mark weakest quarter in 6 yrs

New Delhi: Supply-side cost pressures and weak demand took a toll on Indias smartphone shipments, which fell 3 per cent year-on-year in Q1 2026,

Indias 2035 Climate Goals: Why Women-Led Action Is Key to Creating Carbon Sinks

India's 2035 climate targets set, how will the carbon sinks be created, and with whose participation?

NHAI to implement live tracking facility for its ambulances, patrol vehicles

Sources in the NHAI said that dedicated android mobile phones will be provided to patrol vehicle teams and tablets to ambulance crews

Court seeks ED's response on Jacqueline Fernandez's plea to turn approver in money laundering case

Ms. Fernandez, who was summoned by the ED several times in connection with the investigation, was named as an accused for the first time in a sup