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Raghu Rai, renowned photographer, passes away at 83

Rai leaves behind a prolific career which spanned over half a century

Fake Apple Accessories Seized, 3 Detained in Udaipur

Udaipur, April 26 (Udaipur Kiran): Surajpol Police in the city have taken action against three shopkeepers for allegedly selling counterfeit Appl

Trump evacuated from White House Correspondents Dinner after suspected gunshots heard

The Secret Service and other authorities swarmed the banquet hall as guests ducked under tables by the hundreds

LIVE: Trump Cancels Pakistan Talks Trip, Says Iran War on Hold

Trump said he scrapped the visit after being unimpressed with Tehran's negotiating position, adding that a revised proposal followed within minut

Myanmar Border Scam Accused Denied Bail

Udaipur, April 26 (Udaipur Kiran): A court has rejected the bail plea of an accused involved in a cyber fraud case where an Indian youth was alle

LIVE: Shots Fired, Trump Evacuated from Press Dinner in Washington

Loud bangs were heard and guests at the black-tie White House Correspondents' Dinner scrambled to hide under tables

Renowned Photographer Raghu Rai Passes Away at 83

Raghu Rai is often described as the father of Indian photography and father of Indian photojournalism

Donald Trump, first lady Melania Trump evacuated, guests took cover after gun shots fired at White House Correspondents dinner. Watch video

White House Correspondents dinner shooting: Donald Trump was evacuated by Secret Service officials from dias at press dinner after there was repo

Explosive device kills 13, injures 38 on bus in southwestern Colombia as violence persists

The attack is the latest in a spate of explosions that have attempted to target public infrastructure

Fitbit App Unveils Major Update with Personalized Fitness Plans and Enhanced Coaching Features

Mumbai, April 26: Fitbit has begun rolling out a significant update to its app, transforming the functionality of its personal health coach. This

TCL A400 Pro NXTVISION TV Set to Launch in Europe with Stunning 4K QD-Mini LED Display

London, April 26: TCL is preparing to launch the A400 Pro NXTVISION TV in Europe, following its initial introduction in China in late 2025. This

Casio Vintage A159WE-1 Launches in Europe with Timeless Design and Long Battery Life

Amsterdam, April 26: Casio has officially listed the Vintage A159WE-1 on its online stores across several European markets, including the Netherl

Jio Leads in 5G FWA Subscriber Growth in March 2026

Mumbai, April 26: Reliance Jio, Indias largest telecom operator, has emerged as the leader in adding 5G FWA (fixed-wireless access) subscribers f

Anker Transitions from Soundcore to New Audio-Visual Branding

Mumbai, April 26: Brand names often endure for a reason. They take years to establish and carry significant recognition. Therefore, when a compan

Windows 11 Update KB5083769 Triggers Boot Issues for Users

Mumbai, April 26: Monthly updates are designed to enhance system performance. However, Microsofts April 2026 Patch Tuesday update has led to sign

Morning Digest: Iran war on hold even as Trump cancels envoys Pakistan trip; States asked to identify vulnerable areas for Census, and more

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Nothing Phone (3) April Update Enhances Notifications, Calls, and Performance

Mumbai, April 26: Nothing has initiated the rollout of the Nothing OS B4.1-260414-1846 update for the Nothing Phone (3). This update introduces a

OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra Specifications Leaked Ahead of Launch

Mumbai, April 26: The OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra is set to launch on April 28, and as expected, most of its key specifications have already been reveale

Apple Set to Introduce Quad-Curved Display for 20th Anniversary iPhone

Mumbai, April 26: Apple seldom allows significant milestones to go by without making a notable change. With the iPhone celebrating its 20th anniv

Oppo Find X9 Ultra vs Vivo X300 Ultra: Which Flagship Phone Reigns Supreme?

Mumbai, April 26: Flagship smartphones have evolved to a point where the term best is subjective. The Oppo Find X9 Ultra and Vivo X300 Ultra embo

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OPPO Pad Mini Now Available on Giztop Starting at $699

Mumbai, April 26: The OPPO Pad Mini is a compact yet powerful tablet designed for both entertainment and productivity. It features a high-refresh

Casio Unveils Limited-Edition Coca-Cola G-Shock Watch with Iconic Design

Tokyo, April 26: Casio has launched a limited-edition G-Shock watch in collaboration with Coca-Cola. The GA-2100CC-3A commemorates Coca-Colas 140

Apple Set to Launch MacBook Ultra with OLED and Touchscreen Features

Mumbai, April 26: Apples MacBook lineup has remained consistent for years, featuring the Air and Pro models with distinct differences. However, t

Haier Unveils F11 Series Front-Load Washing Machines with Innovative AI Features

Mumbai, April 26: Haier has launched its new F11 series front-load washing machines in India, featuring advanced AI-powered capabilities and hygi

Chicago hospital shooting: Police officer dead, another critically injured. All about suspect

Chicago hospital shooting: The suspect, who was not publicly identified, fled the Endeavor Health Swedish Hospital.

Samsung Galaxy Book6 Edge: Specs, Design, and Pricing Revealed Ahead of Launch

Mumbai, April 26: Samsung is enhancing its reputation in the premium Windows laptop market with the upcoming Galaxy Book6 Edge. A recent listing

Xiaomi Unveils Redmi Headphones Neo: Affordable Over-Ear Headphones with Impressive Features

New Delhi, April 26: Xiaomi has made significant strides in the wireless earbuds market, and now it appears ready to venture into over-ear headph

Trump evacuated from White House after loud bangs heard at press dinner

US President Donald Trump was evacuated from the correspondent dinner at White House due to a 'security incident' as loud bangs were heard at the

Baseus Unveils MC2 Clip-On Earbuds with Impressive Features and 60-Hour Battery Life

Shanghai, April 26: Baseus has officially launched its new MC2 clip-on earbuds in China. Priced at 349 yuan (approximately $51), they are now ava

Sunrise Academy, BK Bajoria bag wins in inter-school cricket tourney

By Our Reporter Shillong, April 25: Sunrise Academy and BK Bajoria School emerged victorious in their respective fixtures of the Inter-School Und

Rihanna glows in green at Fenty Beauty launch in India

Rihanna lit up Mumbai with her presence as she visited the city for the grand launch of her globally celebrated cosmetics brand, Fenty Beauty. Th

Shadow fleet intercepted: US Navy forces sanctioned tanker Sevan to retreat toward Iran

The US Navy has intercepted an Iranian vessel, the M/V Sevan, in the Arabian Sea. This ship is part of Iran's 'shadow fleet' and was forced to re

Alex Cora, 5 coaches fired by Boston Red Sox. Check real reason as Chad Tracy takes charge on interim basis

Alex Cora has been sacked by Boston Red Sox who have also announced that Chad Tracy is the new interim manager of the team.

Michael Jackson estate faces abuse claims by siblings

As the biopic of the King of Pop, Michael Jackson garners positive response at the theatres, the late superstars estate is facing a new wave of m

Ranveer Singh FIR case: Karnataka HC set to pass order

The Karnataka High Court on Saturday indicated it will pass an order after examining Bollywood actor Ranveer Singhs affidavit and objections rais

Bollywood actor and producer Sanjay Dutt and his wife Maanayata Dutt attend the unveiling of the film Khalnayak Returns

Bollywood actor and producer Sanjay Dutt and his wife Maanayata Dutt attend the unveiling of the film Khalnayak Returns, a sequel backed by Three

Will Central Staff Get 18-Month DA Arrears? Focus on 8th Pay Commission

New Delhi, April 25, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran): The 8th Central Pay Commission has begun a series of meetings, raising fresh discussions around the lo

Megan Thee Stallion ends relationship with Klay Thompson, accuses Dallas Mavericks player of 'cheating'. Here's what has happened

Klay Thompson has been accused of 'cheating' by Megan Thee Stallion who announced of ending the 'relationship' with Dallas Mavericks NBA player.

Irans foreign min leaves Pak without meeting US envoys

ISLAMABAD, April 25: Irans foreign minister left Pakistan on Saturday evening, two Pakistani officials told The Associated Press, before any sign

A police officer walks past posters of U.S. and Iran talks near a designated venue in Islamabad

A police officer walks past posters of U.S. and Iran talks near a designated venue in Islamabad, Pakistan, on Saturday. (PTI)

MD SIDCO interacts with Samba Industrial Association

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 25: In a significant step towards strengthening the industry collaboration and to make the awareness for safeg

'Will shield vulnerable sections from price pain, says Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman pledges government support for farmers facing rising costs. She encourages Indian businesses to invest and ex

West Asia War: Trump cancels US envoys' Pakistan visit for Iran talks

President Donald Trump cancelled a trip by US envoys to Pakistan. This happened after Iran's foreign minister left Islamabad following talks. Com

Kavithas TRS may face ECI scrutiny over acronym similarity

In Kavithas partys case, the proposed name Telangana Rashtra Sena shares the first two words with the original TRS and carries the identical abbr

Daughters of driver, gardener defy odds in Uttarakhand Class 12 success

Himalayan fish struggling to survive

Syed Talia Mushtaq, Tasaduq Hussain Shah Have you noticed how Himalayan rivers no longer behave the way they used to? The water runs barely or di

In biggest revamp, 4 new members join Niti Aayog under Ashok Lahiri

Naidu: Must unite to tackle structural gaps

Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu advocated for women's reservation and growth-led welfare, emphasizing wealth generation through reforms and

High turnout points to change in Bengal and TN: Sitharaman

Omar takes dig at Cong over defections, says MLAs were bought & NC Govt was toppled in 1984

7 RS MPs who merged with BJP cant win even Panchayat elections *CM emphasizes role of cinema in boosting tourism in J&K Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, Apr

10-year roadmap to become global sporting powerhouse must not remain on paper: Mandaviya

Chintan Shivir of Sports Ministers begins in Srinagar Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Apr 25: The Chintan Shivir of the Ministers of Youth Affa

Drug crisis fueled by neighbouring country to finance terrorism: LG

Time to confront challenge with full strength Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 25: I assure citizens that we will strike hard against drug net

Khatana slams Omar Abdullah Govt over hazardous road construction in Kishtwar

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 25: Senior BJP leader and Rajya Sabha MP, Ghulam Ali Khatana has made a scathing attack on the Omar Abdullah-l

Rana reviews development works at Bhaderwah

Excelsior Correspondent BHADERWAH, Apr 25: Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana today chai

Attack on medicos wont be tolerated: Itoo

Irfan Tramboo SRINAGAR, Apr 25: Minister Sakeena Itoo today strongly defended healthcare workers, saying doctors were working under immense press

Sacred Buddha relics to arrive in Ladakh for first-ever exposition in India

Tsewang Rigzin LEH, Apr 25: Ladakh is set to witness a rare and deeply significant spiritual event as the sacred relics of Gautama Buddha, revere

CM approves Rs 9.60 cr multi-level car parking project for Ganderbal

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 25: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has accorded administrative approval for the construction of a multi-level ca

Modi Govts schemes raised aspiration levels among weaker sections: Dr Jitendra

J&K Chapter of Ambedkar Chamber of Commerce launched Avtar Bhat JAMMU, Apr 25 : Maintaining that Narendra Modi Governments enabling schemes raise

CS reviews progress, implementation of HADP

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 25: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo chaired a review meeting to assess the progress and performance of the Holist

Tech-driven crackdown launched across UT to dismantle narcotics ecosystem: Home Deptt

Advanced analytics, ground intelligence to track traffickers *GPS, drone surveillance to choke supply chains Mohinder Verma JAMMU, Apr 25: Markin

Omar weakest CM, fails to deliver on key promises: Mufti

Fayaz Bukhari Srinagar, Apr 25: Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) president Mehbooba Mufti today launched a sharp attack on Chief Minister Omar Abdu

CBK files chargesheet in fraudulent appointment case

Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, Apr 25: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of the Crime Branch J&K today filed a chargesheet in a Power Developme

Jammu sizzles at 40.2 deg C amid heatwave in plains

*Rain brings some relief in Kashmir Gopal Sharma JAMMU, Apr 25 While intermittent rain has brought some relief from the heat-wave in Kashmir, Jam

AAP defectors' move 'illegal': Sanjay Singh

HID Foundation, Admission fees-ko bariatako nirokna commission-ko songna molmola

SHILLONG: Adokni gimik educational institution-rangni admissions aro fee structures-ko nirokna gita commission-ko songchina HID Foundation Shillo

The Essential Existence of Pather Panchali Amidst the Crowd of Sholay: Director Kaustav Narayan

Mumbai, April 26: Indian cinema has been profoundly shaped by the legendary Satyajit Ray, whose artistry brought global recognition to the indust

BJP, 33% reservation-ko tarake ragatchina dabia

SHILLONG: BJP Mahila Morcha-ni Meghalaya unit, North Shillong wing-ni dilanio Sonibar salo Khyndailad point-o tomtom asonge jingjengatange 33% wo

Chasing a consensual couple illegal: Allahabad HC to cops

SGH-o GSU-ni saksa dilgipani kosako mokor doma kadoa

WILLIAMNAGAR: South Garo Hills ajao, miksonga gnang chadrape sootna jotton kaanina saksa Garo Student Union-ni dilgipani kosako mokor doma (FIR)

Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha Addresses National Sports Retreat in Srinagar

Srinagar, April 25: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha addressed the National Sports Retreat held in Srinagar on Saturday. Organized by the Ministry

GH-o Civil Defence Air Raid Blackout Mock Exercise-ko dakanga

TURA: Sukrobar salo, dakgrik dinggrikarangni somoio ranggitik asel obostarangni bidingo manderangni gisepo mikrakataniko bilakbatatna miksongao,

Gea-gamani abao janggi tangani cholrang gnang: Timothy

Resubelpara: MPOWER Youth Employment & Economic Growth Component-ni gita Sonibar salo Resubelpara-ni Bakra Multi Facility Hall-o salsana workshop

BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj Accuses Kejriwal of Double Standards and Ideological Bankruptcy

New Delhi, April 26: Bansuri Swaraj, a Member of Parliament from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), launched a scathing attack on the Aam Aadmi Pa

Shillong MP-na AICC baksa Pala agangrika

SHILLONG: May-ni skanggipa ba gnigipa antirango Shillong Parliamentary Bye Election-ko ongatna amenggiparangna Congress party-ni gita candidate-n

DC Reasi reviews progress of heritage projects

Excelsior Correspondent REASI, Apr 25: Deputy Commissioner Reasi Kumar Abhishek today chaired a series of meetings to review the implementation a

East Khasi Hills-o niamgri ancheng bikotgipako dondipata

SHILLONG: Samtangtango donggiparangko nost kaanina dalbea jakuko deaha, East Khasi Hills district-ni administration, district gimiko niamgri anch

BJP women wing protests against opposition over reservation

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Apr 25: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Mahila Morcha today staged an Akrosh Rally, accusing the opposition, p

Jammu hosts inter-district U-17 Football Tourney under League of Classics

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 25: Department of Youth Services and Sports, district Jammu, today commenced the inter-district UT leve

IRP 24th Bn organises session on stress management & mental health for jawans

Excelsior Correspondent UDHAMPUR, Apr 25: In a significant initiative for the welfare of police personnel, IRP 24th Battalion organised a special

LG calls for grassroots sports push at Chintan Shivir

Excelsior Sports Correspondent SRINAGAR, Apr 25: Lieutenant Governor (LG) Manoj Sinha today called for a comprehensive strengthening of grassroot

Sorkari court-ni rai-ko basee jarika ine VPP matnanga

SHILLONG: Sonibar salo Voice of the People Party (VPP), Education Minister Lakhmen Rynbui-ni kosako matnangataha, teacher-rangko gimaatna baseani

Sooryavanshis century in vain as SRH beat RR by 5 wickets

JAIPUR, Apr 25: Vaibhav Sooryavanshis century went in vain as Sunrisers Hyderabad beat Rajasthan Royals by five wickets in their IPL match here o

DBPS releases calendar book on festivals, religious events

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 25: A calendar book informing about religious festivals and events during the year, published by Mandir Shri G

Indian Embassy Issues Advisory for Citizens in Mali Amid Armed Attacks

Bamako, April 26: The Indian Embassy in Mali has issued an advisory for Indian citizens residing in the country following a series of armed attac

Tourism in the Himalayan Ecosystems of J&K

Diversifying and Balancing the Growth Prof Bharti Gupta bharti.ttm@cujammu.ac.in The Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir is uniquely positioned

Dr Andrabi dedicates 1st multi-utility sports stadium to public in Doda

Excelsior Sports Correspondent DODA, Apr 25: A major push to public welfare infrastructure was witnessed in Doda today as Jammu & Kashmir Waqf Bo

Tribute paid to Santoor Maestro Pt Shiv Kumar Sharma

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 25: A meeting of the executive members of Padam Vibushan Pt Shiv Kumar Sharma Memorial Bhartiya Sangeet Founda

Violence Erupts at Kokomi Rally in Imphal, Student Organization Member Injured

Imphal, April 26: A rally organized by the Manipur Integrity Coordination Committee (Kokomi) turned violent on Saturday as certain factions of th

Anantnag Police Detain 12 Major Drug Traffickers Under Preventive Law

New Delhi, April 26: Anantnag police have launched a significant crackdown against drug trafficking and sales. They have detained 12 habitual dru