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Israel-Iran war LIVE: Trump vows U.S. will sink any Iran boats that challenge blockade

The move sets the stage for a showdown as Iran has responded with threats against ports in the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman

Subhas Chandra Bose: the paradox of a revolutionarys theory and praxis

The leader synthesised Indian spirituality with Hegelian dialectics, evolving from an absolute idealist into a pragmatic revolutionary seeking to

Hezbollah official says the group won't abide by any agreements from Lebanon-Israel talks in the US

Hezbollah declared it will not accept outcomes from direct Lebanon-Israel talks in the US. The group opposes these negotiations. Lebanese officia

Morning Brief Podcast: Indian Aviations Biggest CEO Shake-Up

Israel-Iran war highlights: Trump vows to destroy Iranian warships that get near U.S. blockade

Pakistans Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said a ceasefire between the United States and Iran was holding and that efforts were under way to reach

US considers another round of in-person talks with Iran as ceasefire deadline looms

US officials are exploring the possibility of a new meeting with Iran. This comes as the current ceasefire nears its end. Discussions are ongoing

CBI tracks down fugitive in 2014 Kolkata disappearance case to Surat

The accused had been living in Surat using fake identity documents in the name of Amit Sharma. The agency produced him before a local court there

Many US Catholics Upset With Trump Over Clash With Pope Leo

Pope Leo says he is sharing a Gospel message and not directly attacking Trump or anyone else with his appeals for peace and criticism of attitude

Social Security payments April 15 2026: How much will retirees receive and who qualifies for mid-month SSA deposits?

Social Security payments April 15 2026 will reach millions of retirees this Wednesday, with average monthly benefits near $2,076. This mid-month

In 1st major outreach, Balen accepts PM Modi's invite to visit India

Andhra Pradesh to launch Indias first open-access quantum computer test beds at Amaravati Quantum Valley

Andhra Pradesh will soon launch India's first open-access quantum computer test beds. These facilities will allow researchers and startups to tes

Amid a looming spectre of El Nino, IMD says monsoon likely to be 'below normal'

India's farm sector faces potential challenges as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts a 'below normal' southwest monsoon. Amidst g

Norwegian co to supply 18 big waterjet systems for Indian Navy's next-gen missile vessel project

India's Navy is set to receive 18 advanced Kamewa waterjet propulsion systems from Norway's Kongsberg Maritime for its new missile vessels. This

Nepal govt declares assets of PM, council of ministers

KATHMANDU, April 13: The Nepalese government has made public the property details of Prime Minister Balendra Shah and his Council of Ministers. T

If Ambedkar were among us today

(Ambedkar Jayanti) Dr Manmeet Motan, Dr Mandeep Singh Azad mandeepsinghazad@gmail.com As India prepares to celebrate Ambedkar Jayanti, we do more

Beyond Empowerment : Why womens reservation is essential for Indian Democracy

Shagun Parihar writetomlakishtwar@gmail.com The case for womens reservation in India is often made in the lens of empowerment. It is often presen

Justice Rajnesh Oswal inaugurates newly developed facilities at District Court Complex Kathua

Excelsior Correspondent KATHUA, Apr 13: Justice of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh and Administrative Judge for Kathua district Just

Trump shakes fist, then claims Iran contact again

Iran war news: US President Donald Trump said Iran has reached out for peace talks even as he escalated threats against its navy, warning of elim

LPU organizes Edu-Leaders Meet 2026, highlights academic innovation

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 13: Through its Jammu chapter, Lovely Professional University (LPU) today organized the Edu-Leaders Meet 2026,

STD conducts GST workshop for CSCs

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 13: Jammu and Kashmir State Taxes Department (STD) today organized a comprehensive training workshop for repre

Parliamentary Standing Committee on Energy meets CM in Gulmarg

Omar pushes for stronger power infra Excelsior Correspondent GULMARG, Apr 13: A study group of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Energy tod

Global Academic Leadership Summit at TIET concludes

Excelsior Correspondent PATIALA, Apr 13: A two day long, The Global Academic Leadership Summit 2026 organised by Thapar Institute of Engineering

Justice Nargal visits Bandipora, reviews judicial infrastructure

*Inspects new Court Complex Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Apr 13: Justice Wasim Sadiq Nargal, Judge, High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh

Days after searches, ED arrests I-PAC co-founder & director Vinesh Chandel

The Enforcement Directorate has arrested Vinesh Chandel, a director and co-founder of political consultancy firm I-PAC, in connection with a mone

Sinner beats Alcaraz in Monte Carlo final to reclaim top spot in rankings

MONACO, April 13: Jannik Sinner beat defending champion Carlos Alcaraz 7-6 (5), 6-3 on Sunday to win the Monte Carlo Masters for the first time a

U.S. lawmaker Swalwell resigns over sexual misconduct allegations

Eric Swalwell's troubles escalated rapidly over the weekend as reports in the San Francisco Chronicle and CNN detailed allegations from four wome

Indian Army boxers shine with eight medals at Asian Cships

NEW DELHI, April 13: Indian Army boxers brought laurels to the country, returning with a haul of eight medals, including three gold, at the recen

10 Indian Nationals indicted in US for staged armed robberies to fraudulently obtain U Visas

BOSTON, April 13: A federal grand jury in Boston has indicted ten Indian nationals for allegedly orchestrating staged armed robberies of convenie

FS Misri calls on French foreign minister; discusses bilateral ties, West Asia situation

LONDON, Apr 13: Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri on Monday called on French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot and discussed key areas of bilateral

Murmu asks citizens to imbibe Ambedkars ideals to build progressive India

NEW DELHI, Apr 13 : President Droupadi Murmu on Monday greeted citizens on the eve of the birth anniversary of Dr B R Ambedkar, the chief archite

Pakistani actors, singers pay tribute to Queen Asha Bhosle

LAHORE, Apr 13 : Goodbye the Queen, youll be missed forever as your voice was never just Indias, it was a gift to the entire world, reads one of

Iran ready for peace, also ready for war: Iran envoy as US port blockade kicks in

NEW DELHI, Apr 13: Iran is open to holding another round of peace talks with the US if it refrains from unlawful demands and accepts Tehrans cond

Vishwajits century powers Gentle Giants to 130-run win

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 13: A blistering century by Vishwajit Singh guided Gentle Giants to a thumping 130-run win over Tiger X

UK will not join US blockade of Hormuz: PM Keir Starmer

LONDON, Apr 13 : UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Monday firmly ruled out British involvement in any US-led blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, re

Two J&K Hockey players named probables for Indian U-18 teams

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 13: Two players from Jammu & Kashmir have been selected as probables for the Indian Under-18 Mens and W

Trump nominates former lawmaker Michelle Steel as U.S. ambassador to South Korea

A senior State Department official, Kevin Kim, has been serving as acting ambassador since last October

$25,000 payout alert: Drivers could claim cash from $4.15 million settlement deadline April 29

AAA $4.15 million insurance settlement claim payout is now open for eligible drivers, with payments up to $25,000 and deadline April 29. Drivers

'Don't forget you work in BJP states': Suvendu Adhikari's warning in Bengal

Opposition leader Suvendu Adhikari warned Muslim migrant workers in Nandigram that they might lose work in BJP-governed states after the assembly

A hundred years ago | Sir A. Conan Doyles claim challenged

Fifty years ago | Syrian troops move into Lebanon: Cairo warns, Israeli alert

Govt taking various steps to strengthen weather forecasting in J&K: Dr Jitendra

Weak geological formations along NH lead to slides: Dr Pandita Avtar Bhat JAMMU, Apr 13: In view of last years flash floods, cloudbursts and land

US military vows to blockade all Iranian ports to force opening of Hormuz

* Tehran threatens ports in Mideast CAIRO, Apr 13: The US military vowed to blockade all Iranian ports starting Monday in an effort to force Tehr

Iran open to another round of peace talks: Envoy

NEW DELHI, Apr 13: Iran is open to holding another round of peace talks with the US if it refrains from unlawful demands and accepts Tehrans cond

Gadkari sees farmers as future energy providers to reduce import dependence

RAISEN (MP), Apr 13 : Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari said on Monday that farmers must evolve beyond their traditional role as food produce

Lau Gujjars family members among others detained

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 13: Police today conducted raids across the Jammu and Samba districts, detaining several individuals suspected

SC notice to Centre, EC on biometric system at Polling Stns

NEW DELHI, Apr 13: The Supreme Court on Monday sought responses from the Centre, Election Commission and others on a plea seeking to implement fi

ISI behind grenade attack on PS, 6 arrested

CHANDIGARH, Apr 13:Six accused have been arrested in connection with a grenade attack on the Bhindi Saida police station in Punjabs Amritsar dist

US Considers Another Round Of Talks With Iran As Ceasefire Deadline Looms

Iran War: The officials are reviewing potential dates and locations, contingent on the progress of ongoing talks with Iran and regional mediators

The Derogation of Indigenous faiths

Editor, I appreciated the letter by O. Lyngdoh, titled, The Sacred Cannot Be Secularized which appeared in the Shillong Times on April 9, 2026. T

Sex Work & The Law

MUCH has been said in the last few days about women soliciting sex work around the city centre and near places of worship. There are those who ta

The Ceasefire that wasnt; the Mediator that couldnt, and what India must do before April 21

By K C Monnappa When JD Vance boarded Air Force Two in Islamabad on April 12 and told reporters that the bad news is that we have not reached an

Fiscal injustice may foster hostility

By George B. Lyngdoh As I was scrolling through updates on X, I came across a post by Chief Minister, Conrad K. Sangma regarding his meeting with

IMF, World Bank, IEA urge countries to stop hoarding energy supplies, imposing export controls

IEA Executive Director Birol said earlier that the conflict had triggered the worst global energy disruption ever, with more than 80 oil and gas

Collapse fears grow: USPS pauses payments and shares key Social Security details

USPS financial crisis deepens as the United States Postal Service faces over $118 billion losses since 2007, raising urgent stability concerns. T

Bengal polls: 45% of Kolkata North booths tagged 'super sensitive'

Biometric check at booths? Supreme Court seeks govt reply

Delimitation will not affect southern States, says Goyal

There will be proportional increase of seats across the country due to delimitation and everybody is back to where they were, says the Union Mini

Delimitation will not affect southern States, says Piyush Goyal

Union Minister accuses Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin and his ilk of promoting a false narrative on the issue

Indian Squash Tour in Chennai from Thursday

The Chennai leg will feature a mix of international players and emerging PSA talent across both draws

The fallout of the crisis in West Asia on Indias economy

The non-availability of fertilisers and other chemicals would affect the agricultural output in the Kharif season which will start from June

Fidelity, AARP warn Americans on 401(k)s: Are hidden risks, early withdrawal penalties, and retirement savings gaps hurting your future wealth?

Fidelity, AARP warn Americans on 401(k)s as new data highlights serious retirement savings risks. The average Social Security benefit is only $2,

West Bengal polls: ED arrests I-PAC director and co-founder

The Enforcement Directorate has arrested Vinesh Chandel, a director and co-founder of political consultancy firm I-PAC, in connection with a mone

LIVE | Vatican diplomacy under fire as Trump-Pope feud explodes at US Helsinki Commission hearing

West Bengal polls: 2 Congress workers among three arrested by NIA for Malda siege

The NIA has arrested two Congress members and one ISF member in connection with the April 1 siege of judicial officers in Malda. Preliminary find

Dalit bodies to hold protest march to Anjarakandi Dental College on April 18

French Proverb of the day: 'Good advice is often annoying, bad advice...' Life lessons on truth, human nature, honesty and why 'yes men' can lead to your downfall

French Proverb of the day explains why honest feedback can feel uncomfortable while flattery feels pleasant. The proverb explores truth, human na

Grassroots-level SIR drives impacted voter turnout in Kerala, say community forums

Volunteers had guided voters through documentation procedures amid widespread concern over disenfranchisement

Three held for murder of forest guard who tried to stop sand mafia tractor; two linked to BJP

The prime accuseds arrest comes on a day when the Supreme Court slammed the governments Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan over the rampant illegal san

Wife reneges on divorce consent, SC steps in to end marriage

The Supreme Court dissolved a marriage and quashed a domestic violence case, citing misuse of court proceedings in a matrimonial dispute. A woman

Who Is Sakib Hussain? SRH Debutant With Best IPL Bowling Figure By An Indian

Fans at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad expected a run-fest in the Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Rajasthan Royals IPL 2026 contest o

Quote of the day by Cynthia Erivo: 'Meditation, yoga, working out, and eating well. That's my wellness. And I think occasionally...' - advice on self-care, health and fitness by Grammy-winning singer of Defying Gravity with Ariana Grande

Quote of the day by Cynthia Erivo: Actress and singer Cynthia Erivo shares her wellness secrets. She highlights meditation, yoga, exercise, and h

Amanda Ungaro THREAT or Iran war? What forced Melania Trumps move on Epstein row now

SC refuses to junk land-for-rail jobs FIR against Lalu

The Supreme Court has refused to quash the FIR against Lalu Prasad in the land-for-jobs case. However, the court granted him exemption from appea

Baisakhi: A Harvest of History, Culture, and Celebration in North India and Jammu

Dr Goldi Hazari Baisakhi, a festival that resonates deeply with the agrarian soul of North India, is far more than just a harvest celebration. It

BJD nominates Manas Mangaraj as its new leader in Rajya Sabha

The appointment follows the resignation of Sasmit Patra, who stepped down from the post recently

Make draft bills public, say civil society members

Social activists, academics, and former civil servants have urged the government to publicly share draft bills on women's reservation and delimit

Nalabhagam: a rare Janakiraman novel with a shocking theme and political undertones

Delimitation must be preceded by census: Sonia Gandhi

Sonia Gandhi has questioned the Modi government's planned delimitation, arguing it must follow a census and be politically equitable. She emphasi

Spanish Proverb of the Day: 'A Tree Born Crooked Never Straightens Its Trunk'A timeless reflection on character and habit

A Spanish proverb, A tree born crooked never straightens its trunk, highlights how early habits and upbringing profoundly shape character and beh

A long-awaited respite for Bastar village as it gets tap water

Narayanpur Collector Namrata Jain said that a water supply system had been set up in the village under the Jal Jeevan Mission

T.N. election 2026: Vaniyambadi constituency residents complain about delay in construction of ROB, illegal sand mining on Palar riverbed

They said that indiscriminate sand mining has affected the depth of the riverbed and recharge of groundwater

Clear stand on free compulsory pre-primary education, SC tells govt

Trump Says 34 Ships Crossed Hormuz Sunday

34 Ships went through the Strait of Hormuz yesterday, which is by far the highest number since this foolish closure began, Trump said on Truth So

Dollar General class action settlement deadline today: claim your cash payout, check eligibility, and secure overcharge refund before April 13

The Dollar General class action settlement deadline hits April 13, 2026, closing claims on an $8.5 million payout tied to pricing errors nationwi

Soon, access to nicotine gums may get tougher

Faculty members object to Delhi University proposal to allow credits via online courses

Letters to the Editor April 14, 2026

Tamil Nadu election 2026: Powerloom weavers caught in a web of woes in Aruppukottai constituency

Chinese proverb of the day: 'The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is...' Lessons on timely action, success and why making optimum use of present is crucial

Chinese proverb of the day shares a lesson about action, time, and long-term growth. The saying explains why delay leads to regret and why presen

Deliveries of LPG outpace bookings, says Delhi Chief Minister