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Kangana Ranaut praised PM Modi as the “flag bearer of feminism” in Lok Sabha, backing women’s quota reforms and attacking Congress for delaying the issue for decades while in power. BJP MP Kangana Ranaut praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the Lok Sabha on Thursday, calling him the “only flag bearer of feminism” while speaking during a…

India has eliminated Naxal violence nationwide, the Home Ministry says, reclassifying districts under new categories while maintaining vigilance in select areas after sustained operations under the 2015 anti-Maoist strategy. India is no longer affected by Naxal violence, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has told states following a high-level security review, marking what the government described as…

Indian and Pakistan naval vessels came unusually close near the Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions over shipping routes, with both sides escorting energy cargoes as fears grow over disruption in West Asia waters. A rare maritime development near the Strait of Hormuz has brought Indian and Pakistan naval operations into unusually close proximity, with warships of…

Punjab Police suspended the ASI after a video of her granddaughter, crying after being left outside with her limbs bound with cloth, went viral. A woman assistant sub-inspector (ASI) in Punjab’s Faridkot was suspended after she allegedly tied her five-year-old granddaughter to a gate at her residence, leaving her there in scorching heat, police said on Wednesday.…

Chirag Madaan, who had been working in the corporate banking sector, shared in a now-viral clip that the decision to quit was not impulsive but driven by mounting work pressure. A 24-year-old graduate from Indian Institute of Technology(IIT) Delhi has sparked a wider conversation on toxic work culture after opening up about why he chose to walk…

How the faith of an Indian Maharaja travelled across seas, allowing him to carry Gangajal all the way to London, remains one of the more telling stories of faith and orthodoxism in early 20th-century India. The world’s largest silver jars now stand preserved in the City Palace of Jaipur, drawing the attention of almost every visitor who…

The Union Home Ministry’s decision comes after a threat assessment report by the Intelligence Bureau, which recommended enhanced protection for the AAP leader. Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha has now been provided Z category security cover by the Centre based on an existing threat perception, according to sources in the Ministry of Home…

Celebrating the remarkable milestone with the coveted spot, he said that the recognition brings a “big honour for the years of consistency” for him. Celebrity chef and restauranter Vikas Khanna shared a heartfelt note on Instagram after he was named among TIME’s Most Influential People of 2026, saying that it is not just a milestone, but a…

A retired pastor who took up exercise late now trains twice a week, lifting weights and following a steady routine Rudolf Goetz is 100 years old and regularly works out at a gym in Fuerstenwalde, a town east of Berlin in Germany. He only began going to the gym in his nineties, after noticing a flyer for…

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday said there will be no compromise on the rights, dignity and social security of workers, and warned of strict legal action against any violations. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday said there will be no compromise on the rights, dignity and social security of workers, and warned…

Police sources confirmed that both corporators were summoned and questioned for nearly four and a half hours. A First Information Report (FIR) against two Congress corporators over their alleged refusal to sing “Vande Mataram” inside the Indore Municipal Corporation (IMC) building has triggered a political storm in Indore, with the BJP and the Congress attacking each other…

Eight pilgrims died and 25 were injured when a mini-bus overturned in Fatehgarh Sahib, Punjab, while returning from the Baisakhi Mela. At least eight pilgrims were killed and 25 others sustained injuries after a mini-bus overturned in the Bassi Pathana area of Fatehgarh Sahib, police said on Wednesday. “The victims were returning from Anandpur Sahib after paying…

The techie expressed gratitude toward TCS for providing a strong foundation, but admitted that staying in a comfort zone may have held him back. A Microsoft techie has sparked discussion online after sharing how staying too long in one company slowed his salary growth. In a video shared on Instagram, Sailesh Gurung said, “The biggest mistake that…

It has been observed that a considerable number of such mismatches are associated with FASTags issued prior to their issuance with the VAHAN database. State-owned NHAI on Wednesday said it has issued directions to all FASTag issuer banks to undertake immediate validation of vehicle registration numbers to enhance the accuracy and reliability of data in the electronic…

A viral video showing a woman allegedly finding a dead mouse inside a canned Starbucks Double Shot Energy drink has sparked outrage and scepticism online. While many viewers expressed disgust and raised safety concerns, others questioned the clip’s authenticity, accusing the creator of staging the incident for attention. No official confirmation or verified legal action has been…

Infosys reiterated its zero-tolerance policy on workplace harassment after the TCS Nashik sexual assault and conversion case intensified scrutiny of employee safety. This followed now-deleted social media allegations of misconduct at its Pune BPM unit. Infosys said it has strong policies and independent inquiry mechanisms. TCS has also launched an internal probe after multiple FIRs and arrests.…

PM Modi inaugurates Delhi-Dehradun Expressway connecting three states, travel time reduced to 2.5 hours. Giving a major boost to travel between Delhi and Uttarakhand is here as the Delhi-Dehradun Expressway Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday (April 14) inaugrated the 210 km-long highway that is expected to reduce travel time from over 6 hours to just 2.5…

The win is surely for the entire Tisza Party, but the one leader that is stealing the most limelight is Zsolt Hegedus– all thanks to his energetic victory dance! The Tisza Party finally defeated longtime Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, ending his 16-year rule. Tisza Party’s landslide win against longtime Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán in the recent…

Zoho responds to anonymous allegations of mass layoffs, clarifying its 2026 internship conversion rates and hiring policies. Indian multinational tech giant Zoho has officially addressed an anonymous post that went viral on the professional networking app Blind, which claimed the company had “silently” laid off 300 employees without notice. The allegation caused an immediate stir, as Zoho…

Upon his return, Nirav Modi is expected to face expedited trial proceedings in connection with the fraud case. In a significant development in one of India’s most high-profile economic fugitive cases, fugitive diamantaire Nirav Modi could be brought back to India soon, with top government sources indicating that the extradition process has entered its final phase. Sources…

F404-IN20 engines intended for the Tejas Mk-1A fighter jets delayed, only six of the 99 ordered engines have been delivered The Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has imposed contractual penalties (liquidated damages) on GE Aerospace for delayed deliveries of F404-IN20 engines intended for the Tejas Mk-1A fighter jets. Only six of the 99 ordered engines have been delivered,…

Sources said seat allocation will be based on proportional representation. The 2011 Census is being used as the reference point The latest Delimitation Bill will likely benefit the southern states due to a seat allocation formula, which will be based on proportional representation. According to top government sources on the Delimitation Bill, the final number of seats…

President Murmu also urged all sections of society to prioritise learning, especially for marginalised communities. President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday urged citizens to rise above divisions of caste, class, language, and region to build a harmonious society, asserting that no individual should live with the “mentality of the exploited or the deprived.” Addressing the ‘Samajik Samrasta Mahotsav’…

Even as it moved to address the workers’ core demand, UP’s BJP government alleged conspiracy behind the stir, invoking Pakistan, Naxalism, “anti-nationals” The Uttar Pradesh government announced an interim minimum-wage hike of around 21% for factory workers in Gautam Buddha Nagar and Ghaziabad on Tuesday, following days of escalating protests in Noida’s industrial belt that left dozens…

PM Modi and President Trump held a 40-minute phone conversation, says Sergio Gor, US ambassador to India Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Trump held a 40-minute phone conversation on Tuesday, April 14, US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor said. This is the third phone call between the two leaders this year, and the second since conflict…

Delhi government has cleared a 4.72-km flood protection wall along the Yamuna River, targeting one of the city’s most flood-prone stretches. Delhi government has cleared a 4.72-km flood protection wall along the Yamuna River, targeting one of the city’s most flood-prone stretches. The wall will come up from Majnu Ka Tila to the Old Railway Bridge along…

A 14-year-old girl gave birth to a son on Tuesday at the district hospital in Pithoragarh, following which a case was registered against the father of the newborn, officials said. A 14-year-old girl gave birth to a son on Tuesday at the district hospital in Pithoragarh in Uttarakhand, following which a case was registered against the father…

Priya Sachdev’s tribute comes at a time when matters surrounding Sunjay Kapur’s estate have reportedly turned contentious Priya Sachdev has penned an emotional tribute to her late husband Sunjay Kapur on what would have been their ninth wedding anniversary, even as a legal dispute over his estate continues to unfold. Taking to Instagram, Priya shared a series…

Redrawing of LS segments is a sticking point between Modi govt and Opposition; TN CM says give women quota without tinkering with number of seats and their maps A special sitting of Parliament has been called for April 16-18 to take up two proposed legislations, or bills, to amend the Constitution to expand the Lok Sabha from…

Former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal alleged that Delhi High Court judge Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma had attended events organised by the Adhivakta Parishad, a lawyers’ body affiliated with the RSS, on four occasions. He further said he strongly opposed the BJP-RSS ideology. Former Delhi Chief Minister and AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal on Monday alleged that Delhi…

After being laid off twice from high-paying tech roles, Zeeshan Bakhrani used his savings to launch ‘Nishaan,’ a viral eatery blending Chicago roots with South Asian spices. The corporate world’s loss has officially become the food world’s gain. For nearly a decade, Zeeshan Bakhrani lived the quintessential tech life in New York—navigating the high-pressure world of product…

ED’s coal pilferage money laundering case is based on CBI FIR filed in November 2020. The probe agency has carried out searches in January and April Enforcement Directorate, on Monday, arrested one of the directors and founder of political consultancy firm I-PAC, Vinesh Chandel, officials told Times Now. The anti-money laundering probe agency is probing I-PAC in…

A mob of over 100 protesters barged into a Maruti service centre and attacked the premises. The protesters torched vehicles, broke into the office, and set the guard’s cabin on fire. A violent protests by factory workers in Noida brought traffic to a standstill at Delhi’s border with reports of stone-pelting, vandalism, and vehicles being set on…

A newly married man in Agra alleged that his wife demanded ₹90 lakh on their wedding night and refused intimacy without payment. The dispute escalated into a family clash, with accusations of threats and theft. The groom’s family approached the court after police inaction, leading to a case being registered and an ongoing investigation. In Agra, a…

RPG Group Chairman Harsh Goenka praised Nepal’s newly formed cabinet, highlighting its young ministers and strong academic backgrounds. Many members hold postgraduate or doctoral degrees from global universities. The cabinet, led by Prime Minister Balendra Shah, features several leaders in their 30s and 40s, drawing attention for its youthful and highly educated composition. Industrialist Harsh Goenka on…

The Iran-flagged Felicity has reached Sikka Port in western India, while the Curacao-flagged Jaya is at the eastern port of Odisha, the data shows. Two very large crude carriers loaded with Iranian oil have reached Indian ports, ship tracking data from LSEG shows, as local refiners utilise a temporary waiver granted by the United States last month…

The conflict began when a resident’s male cat impregnated a neighbour’s female cat. The conflict erupted after four kittens were born. An unusual cat ‘custody’ dispute between neighbours in Bengaluru ended peacefully after police intervened. Details of the case were shared on X (formerly Twitter) by a user named Yasir Mushtaq. The user revealed that the police…

“Art, like knowledge, is a shared heritage of humanity and should not be confined by borders,” says Geo MD as he defends Asha Bhosle tribute after PEMRA notice After Pakistan’s electronic media regulator PEMRA issued a show-cause notice to Geo News for airing content related to the death of legendary singer Asha Bhosle, it sparked a broader…

The MHA proposes increasing ex-Agniveers’ CISF recruitment reservation from 10% to 50%, exempting them from exams and physical tests. The ministry of home affairs (MHA) has proposed increasing the reservation for ex-Agniveers in Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) recruitments from 10% to 50%, exempting them from the written examination and physical efficiency test, according to a CISF…

Shashi Tharoor slammed a “toxic campus culture” following the death of BDS student Nithin Raj in Kerala, asking, “How many must we mourn?” Citing allegations of caste abuse, harassment and academic targeting, he demanded a criminal probe and accountability. Tharoor said such incidents reflect systemic failure and called for urgent reforms to protect students. Congress leader Shashi…

Three men, including a recent aeronautical engineering graduate linked to various theft cases, were arrested in Gujarat after an attempted robbery at a jewelry store. The shop owner was shot during the incident. An ex-intern with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), allegedly linked to multiple thefts, was among three men arrested in an attempted robbery at…

As new cooking technologies enter Indian kitchens, the big question remains: which one is actually affordable? Here’s a simple cost comparison of LPG, electric, and hydrogen cooking in 2026. From rising LPG cylinder prices to the growing buzz around electric and hydrogen stoves, the way India cooks is slowly changing. For decades, LPG has been the backbone…

Twenty-two-year-old BDS student Nithin Raj R.L was found dead after falling from a college building in Kannur on April 10. His family alleges caste-based harassment, skin tone bias and threats over internal marks by faculty. Police registered an unnatural death case, while Kerala’s human rights panel sought a report promptly. A 22-year-old first-year Bachelor of Dental Surgery…

China should refrain from actions which inject negativity into relations and undermine efforts to create better understanding. New Delhi: India on Sunday categorically rejected China renaming some places in Arunachal Pradesh and said such claims and attempts to manufacture baseless narratives cannot alter the “undeniable reality” that they are part of Indian territories. China should refrain from…

The Punjab Government has implemented a new reward policy under its mission ‘Gangstran Te Vaar’ to incentivize informants who provide credible information about wanted criminals and gangsters. In a yet another milestone decision, the Punjab Government has authorised Punjab Police personnel to reward genuine informants under the new ‘reward policy’ for sharing information regarding ‘wanted criminals-gangsters’ or…

A Germany-based scientist in Gurgaon is winning hearts online after a viral video showed him selling bakery items from his car to help a friend start a small business A heartwarming video from Gurugram is winning hearts online, showcasing an unconventional yet powerful display of friendship. The clip features a man selling bakery items from the boot…

As many as 163 minor boys, allegedly being trafficked from Bihar to Maharashtra to work as labourers, were rescued from an express train in Madhya Pradesh’s Katni district, the railway police said on Sunday. As many as 163 minor boys, allegedly being trafficked from Bihar to Maharashtra to work as labourers, were rescued from an express train…

A series of IT Rules amendments has shifted online speech control from courts to the executive, enabling fast, opaque takedowns with limited accountability. In The Dark Knight Rises , Gotham is not conquered in a single dramatic stroke but softened with the cultivation of fear and the practice of control. This allows for the appropriation of exceptional…

Desertions and sidelining are not unusual in any party, but the frequency with which senior leaders have left a young outfit like the AAP is startling. Some left due to ideological differences, some others were upset with Kejriwal’s style of functioning, while a few quit when the AAP could not satisfy their ambitions. New Delhi: The meteoric…

India’s capital is gearing up to ban non-electric two-wheelers as it looks to tackle chronic smog and high pollution. In other news, PM Modi is campaigning in West Bengal ahead of high-stake elections. A new draft policy released by the Delhi government proposes to ban new two-wheelers run on fossil fuels from 2028, in an effort to…

The Congress Thiruvananthapuram MP said that India should not be concerned with Pakistan’s diplomatic approach and focus on maintaining its own peace and security. Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Saturday took a direct swipe at Pakistan amid high-stakes US-Iran peace talks being hosted in Islamabad, suggesting that Islamabad’s diplomatic role reflects its unique relationship with Washington and…

Throughout the period of West Asia conflict, India and the UAE remained in close contact. EAM S Jaishankar held talks with his UAE counterpart Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan in Abu Dhabi on Saturday, in his first visit to the Gulf since the West Asia war began. The two-day visit comes at a crucial time, with…

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited handed over four ALH Mk III (MR) helicopters to the Indian Coast Guard in Bengaluru, meeting delivery timelines under a 2024 contract. The advanced Dhruv helicopters will enhance maritime security with capabilities like surveillance, search and rescue, and coastal operations. Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) on Friday handed over four ALH Mk III Maritime Role…

Chauhan, a notorious figure in organised crime, is also wanted by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) in connection with multiple cases. He is believed to be a key member of the gang led by Kaushal Chaudhary, who is currently lodged in a Haryana jail. In a major breakthrough for Indian security agencies, most wanted gangster Sahil Chauhan…

At least 10 tourists, including six women from Punjab, died after a steamer carrying around 30 people capsized in the Yamuna river near Kesi Ghat in Vrindavan on Friday. Mathura DM Chandra Prakash Singh confirmed casualties, while over 10 remain missing. Officials said strong winds and a collision with a pontoon bridge caused the vessel to overturn…

Kolkata Dating App Scam: A young man was scammed after meeting a girl from Bumble at a cafe in Kolkata, where he was unexpectedly charged Rs 8,500 for a simple date. Kolkata Dating App Scam: A young man, after matching with a girl on the popular dating app Bumble, was invited by her to meet at the…

The anticipated Rs 99,000 crore agreement for six submarines between Mazagon Docks Limited and Thyssenkrupp will include an Inter-Government Agreement (IGA) between India and Germany, ensuring the German government’s commitment to the deal. When the Rs 99,000 crore deal for the production of six German submarines in India by Mazagon Docks Limited (MDL) is signed, it will,…

Over 11,000 litres of milk was poured into the Narmada River during a ritual, sparking outrage over malnutrition, resource wastage, and environmental concerns in Madhya Pradesh. Over 11,000 litres of milk — reportedly worth Rs 6 to 7 lakh — was poured into the Narmada River from a heavy tanker in an act of religious faith. The…

India doesn’t see ties as transactions but as enduring bonds, said EAM S Jaishankar in Mauritius. India does not see ties as transactions but as “enduring bonds” and the country will “always stand” with Mauritius as a trusted partner, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said here on Friday. The minister, addressing an event, also said the world…

According to ISRO, the sequence begins with two apex cover separation parachutes, which remove the protective cover of the parachute compartment. As human spaceflight once again captures global attention, India is methodically advancing its own carefully calibrated journey towards sending astronauts into orbit. On Friday, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully conducted the second Integrated Air…

Sri Nanda, a Class 10 student and a native of Palakkad in Kerala, was on a family trip in Karnataka with around 40 relatives. A 14-year-old girl from Kerala who went missing during a family trip to the Chandradrona hill range in Karnataka was found dead – four days after an intensive search by the police, with…

The defence ministry is expected to issue the Request For Proposal (RFP) to French jet maker Dassault in May, and contract negotiations will begin thereafter. India will ensure that indigenously developed missiles and weapons systems can be integrated into the 114 Rafale fighters it plans to buy, people familiar with the matter said. It will do so…

Pawan Khera moved the Telangana High Court after the Assam Police filed a case against him over allegations made against the Assam chief minister and his wife. Congress leader Pawan Khera’s pre-arrest bail hearing in the Telangana High Court over a complaint filed by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma turned heated on Thursday, with lawyers of…

The PFBR marks a technological leap from India’s first-stage reactors, the Pressurised Heavy Water Reactors (PHWRs), which form the backbone of the country’s nuclear fleet. After more than two decades of painstaking scientific effort, India has crossed one of the most consequential milestones in its civil nuclear programme. The Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR) at Kalpakkam in…

Bihar CM Nitish Kumar, after more than 20 years in the state, said he is voluntarily moving to Delhi to serve as a Rajya Sabha member. He announced plans to hand over Bihar’s administration to new leaders, with NDA likely forming the next government by April 15. Vijay Chaudhary reaffirmed following the ‘Nitish model’ in Bihar. In…

Ahead of West Bengal polls, PM Modi promised BJP will restore law and order, hold corrupt officials accountable, implement the 7th Pay Commission, boost fishery schemes, and grant refugees constitutional rights while driving out infiltrators. He criticised TMC for inaction and illegal arms production. Mamata Banerjee called BJP ‘autocratic’ and vowed to protect genuine voters. Prime Minister…

Health teams have launched an investigation, collected samples, and provided preventive treatment to over 200 others who consumed the snacks. In a suspected case of food poisoning, nearly 100 people fell ill after consuming a local snack at a religious programme in a village in Ahmedabad district, an official said on Thursday. Dr Chintan Desai, district epidemic…

The police in Andhra Pradesh arrested a 38-year-old single mother, who allegedly recruited 42 women through IS-linked online groups. The police said Sayeeda Begum, who is also an Instagram influencer, was being groomed to head a women’s terror wing called “Khawateen”. The Andhra Pradesh Police arrested 38-year-old Sayeeda Begum, a single mother from Hyderabad with 38,000 Instagram…

Shashi Tharoor argued Pakistan is acting as a US-aligned ‘diplomatic fig leaf’ in the Iran conflict, likely providing cover for Washington while facilitating talks. Pakistan, which is projected to have played the role of a mediator between the US and Iran to end the war in West Asia, is in fact serving as a diplomatic “fig leaf”,…

Over a week back, the Aam Aadmi Party replaced Raghav Chadha as the deputy leader in Rajya Sabha and named Ashok Kumar Mittal in his place. Ever since rift appeared between Aam Aadmi Party’s Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha and other leaders of the party, all eyes remain on what the former’s next move would be. Giving…

Relations will not be “held hostage” to one issue, say Bangladeshi sources privy to the discussion, referring to the issue of Sheikh Hasina’s presence in India India will engage the ‘new government’ of Bangladesh and the two sides will ‘deepen’ bilateral ties, said the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Wednesday (April 8, 2026) after External Affairs…

The matter came up as the Supreme Court’s nine-judge Constitution Bench questioned the maintainability of petitions filed by non-devotees in the Sabarimala case The central government during a Supreme Court hearing on the Sabarimala issue on Wednesday questioned the relevance of public interest litigations (PILs) and asserted that it’s time to remove them. In response, the Supreme…

Jasveen Sangha, 42, a dual citizen of the United States and Britain, was jailed on Wednesday for her role in the actor’s 2023 overdose death. An Indian-origin British-American drug dealer, known as the “Ketamine Queen” for supplying narcotics to Hollywood elites, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for selling the ketamine that led to the…

Many social media users, including those from India, praised the Nepali man for holding the tourists accountable on the spot rather than ignoring the act. A video from Nepal has sparked widespread debate online after a local man confronted a group of Indian tourists for spitting gutka on a public road. The confrontation took place when a…

A Pune doctor lost Rs 12.31 crore in an online share trading scam involving a fake app and WhatsApp group. A 75-year-old doctor from Pune was cheated out of Rs 12.31 crore in an online share trading scam, with fraudsters allegedly coercing him into making multiple investments, police have said. According to police, the senior citizen received…

“The capital cannot be moved even an inch now,” CM Chandrababu Naidu has asserted even as the Opposition YSRCP remains unyielding on the Amaravati plan For the second time in under two years, Amaravati burst into celebrations last week as Parliament passed a legislation, followed by President Droupadi Murmu’ assent to it, to accord a 217 sq…

India achieved stunning success at the Kalpakkam nuclear plant, which even the US and France failed to. Only Russia has a commercially running Fast Breeder Reactor (FBR). The Kalpakkam FBR will use India’s huge reserves of Thorium to power millions of households, and reduce the country’s energy imports. India has pulled off what some of the world’s…

Tension is palpable among residents of Malda’s Mahisbathani village, where 3,700 names out of 27,000 voters have been struck off in the post-SIR adjudication process. As per electoral rules, voters whose names have been deleted can approach the appellate tribunal, but they will not be able to participate in the first phase of voting. The fate of…

The coordinated action, carried out with the Anti-Gangster Task Force, also involved verification drives and preventive action against suspects. As the ongoing anti-gangster crackdown entered its 77th day, Punjab Police on Wednesday conducted 501 raids at identified and mapped locations linked to associates of gangsters across the state, according to details shared by the Aam Aadmi Party…

Bihar prepares for a new political chapter as Nitish Kumar takes Rajya Sabha oath on April 10. Newly elected MPs, including BJP and RLM leaders, will follow on April 16 amid crucial Delhi meetings. Former Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is set to take his oath as a Rajya Sabha member on April 10, marking the first step…

CM Singh held an all-party meeting in Imphal on Tuesday evening in which it was decided to appeal to the public to stop violent protest and destruction of properties. The Valley districts of Manipur was back in turmoil on Tuesday after two children of a BSF jawan were killed in their sleep in a bomb attack, leading…

An NRI on H-1B visa with over eight years of US experience plans to return to India due to visa stress and financial concerns A Non-Resident Indian (NRI) on an H-1B visa in the US, with a work experience of more than eight years, said they were considering returning to India. The techie revealed that they had…

Zhang’s post serves as a reminder to prioritise life and health, it also showcases the harsh reality of corporate job security. Jason Zhang, a former Google employee, has shared his bittersweet experience of being laid off despite working hard and giving years to his job. He said he sacrificed personal time and delayed vacations, but none of…

The video shows the boy smoking cigarettes in public while a crowd watches and throws money A video from Morbi, Gujarat, shows a young boy sitting in public and smoking cigarettes while people stand around him. The scene has shocked many viewers, especially as the boy appears underage. The clip is spreading online and drawing strong reactions…

While most of the city was asleep, one biker took “mobile office” to a literal new level. At 12:15 am, a viral video captured him sitting on his motorcycle while working on a laptop. The glowing screen against the midnight backdrop has become a haunting symbol of the relentless hustle culture. It has also sparked a discussion…

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi criticised US President Donald Trump’s warning that a civilisation could “die” if Iran misses a deadline, calling such language unacceptable. In a post on X, Gandhi said nuclear weapons can never be justified “under any circumstances”. His remarks come as US strikes hit Iran’s Kharg Island amid rising tensions, according to reports. With…

Due to the shortage of staff in the municipal corporation, the civic body is managing arrangements through double shifts and increased workload. In some areas, extra labourers are being hired at daily wages ranging from Rs 1,000 to Rs 1,500 to lift garbage. The impact of elections in Assam and West Bengal is now evident in Lucknow’s…

The video, which first surfaced on Monday, April 6, has triggered significant backlash as the River Ganga is considered highly sacred in Hinduism. The uproar has been sharp, with calls for legal action against the accused rising rapidly. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Tuesday shared on X a clip showing a large group of men drinking…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing rallies in Barpeta Road, Hojai, and Moran, accused Congress of echoing Pakistan’s narrative on national security. He highlighted past military operations, implementation of OROP for veterans, and contrasted BJP’s long-term development focus with Congress’ alleged short-term gains and corruption. Turning up the heat in Assam’s election campaign, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on…

Police said the duo played a critical role in receiving arms consignments routed through Nepal, transporting them into India, reassembling dismantled weapons, and delivering them across the network. Their primary responsibility involved logistics, safe transport, and final supply of illegal weapons allegedly meant to fuel terror activities and create unrest. In a major breakthrough against an alleged…

Congress, buoyed by gains in Vidarbha and Nandurbar, is asserting independence within the MVA. Frustration over seat-sharing, UBT Sena’s BMC moves, and allies’ perceived proximity to the BJP have deepened a trust deficit, prompting the party to recalibrate its strategy. The Baramati assembly by-election has evolved into more than just a local contest; it is now the…

Besides allegations of sexual exploitation, Kharat has also been accused of financial misconduct, land grabbing, and illegal property deals in various locations. An ECIR was filed against him and his aides by the ED recently, on April 4. The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has registered an Enforcement Case Information Report – the ED equivalent of a police FIR…

Amid LPG shortages triggered by the Israel-US-Iran conflict, a village in Uttar Pradesh’s Chandauli district has remained largely unaffected due to a community biogas plant set up in 2022 by a local resident. Even as the ongoing Israel-US-Iran conflict continues to disrupt LPG supplies and trigger shortages across India, a small village in eastern Uttar Pradesh has…

Abhey Singh, a former aerospace engineering student from the IIT Bombay, became a social media sensation last year during the Mahakumbh Mela. Abhey Singh, popularly known as “IIT Baba” after gaining attention during the Mahakumbh Mela, has married an engineer from Karnataka. According to a report by Dainik Jagran, Singh tied the knot with Pratika in Himachal…

Search for successor began in January after Wilson expressed his wish to not continue after his contract ends, HT has learnt. His term was to end next year. Air India chief executive Campbell Wilson has resigned but will stay on with the company till a successor is found, according to four people familiar with the matter. The…