Telangana HC Halts Action on Kaleshwaram Probe, Relief for KCR and Harish Rao
Court finds violation of natural justice, noting accused were denied a fair opportunity to be heard, making the report’s adverse findings legally untenable.
Curtains Up!! Tamil Nadu and West Bengal Go to Polls: High Stakes Battle Begins Across Two Political Powerhouses
High turnout seen as key contests unfold in TN and WB amid fierce alliances, new political entrants, identity debates, and corruption allegations, with security tightened and voter monitoring systems active.
RTC Strike Triggers Statewide Disruption, Fuels Debate on Employee Welfare
Talks collapse as workers press PRC, merger demand; government cites progress, alleges politics, commuters face chaos and rising private fares
A Protest Against a Protest About a Protest, Only in India!
A BJP rally in Mumbai's Worli, ironically organised in the name of women's empowerment, left a mother stranded in traffic for an hour and she walked straight up to the minister and said exactly what she thought.
China Selects Two Pakistanis for Astronaut Training for Space Station Mission
Pakistani candidates begin advanced Chinese training, preparing scientific research roles aboard Tiangong, signalling deeper bilateral space cooperation and expanding international participation in orbit
IRS Officer’s Daughter Murder: Police Crack Case, Arrest Former Worker
Delhi investigators trace premeditated killing to dismissed aide, CCTV, forensic leads reveal assault, insider access, and motive linked to revenge and debt
Terrorist Attack by Israeli Settlers Kills Two Palestinians in West Bank
Two Palestinians, including a 14-year-old boy, were killed in a terrorist attack by Israeli settlers near a school in the occupied West Bank village o...
Nepal Home Minister Resigns Amid Financial Misconduct Probe, PM Shah Takes Over Portfolio
Nepal Home Minister quit after scrutiny over business links and financial dealings, with PM Shah taking charge temporarily as investigation into assets and governance transparency intensifies.
Gen Upendra Dwivedi Visits US, Indo Pacific Defence Cooperation in Focus
Gen Dwivedi’s US visit highlights deeper defence engagement between India and America, with senior level talks, joint training focus, and renewed efforts to strengthen regional stability and military coordination.
Hyderabad Startup Red Balloon Aerospace Plans Stratospheric Balloon for Connectivity
Super pressure balloon to deliver telecom coverage, imaging, disaster support, enabling monitoring and bridging connectivity gaps across underserved regions.
Former AP CM Nadendla Bhaskara Rao Dies at 90, Leaders Across Parties Mourn
Veteran politician’s passing revives memories of 1984 power shift, legal roots, political realignments, and long-standing debates over legitimacy and legacy
HYDRA Reclaims ₹90 Crore Government Land in Shamshabad
Authorities demolished illegal structures, fenced disputed land, and issued warnings as enforcement intensified despite ongoing court proceedings and ownership claims.
IPL Betting Racket Busted in Nellore, 12 Arrested
Nellore police busted an IPL betting racket, arrested 12 suspects, seized cash and devices, and uncovered illegal transactions worth ₹37 lakh.
N. Chandrababu Naidu Leads High-Level Review on Population Policy Shift
Andhra Pradesh plans incentives and policy changes to raise birth rates, addressing declining fertility and preventing future economic and demographic imbalance.
East Godavari Horror Crash: Three Killed in Tragic Road Accident
Three died, one critically injured after a speeding car crashed into a signboard near Ananthapalli while returning from a medical trip in Chennai.
NCORD Review Meeting Led by AP Chief Secretary Sai Prasad
Andhra Pradesh intensifies anti-drug efforts, focusing on supply chains, surveillance, interstate coordination, technology, rehabilitation, and public participation to curb narcotics effectively.
After the Noise: Did the Campaign Strengthen or Strain Democracy?
Campaigns energize voters but risk polarization, misinformation, and weakening democratic values.
India’s Water Revolution: A New Era of River Basin Management Begins
Integrated planning, advanced technology, interlinking projects, and community participation aim to ensure equitable distribution, ecological balance, and long-term sustainability nationwide.
Odisha clears ₹3,877 crore investment proposals across sectors, over 7,500 jobs expected
Clearances granted for projects across multiple sectors and districts aim to boost industrial activity, improve infrastructure, expand tourism and healthcare, while driving employment and balanced regional development.
Air China Resumes Delhi–Beijing Non-Stop Flights, Signalling Revival of India–China Air Connectivity
Direct air links between India and China see a broader revival, with multiple airlines expanding routes. Rising demand from trade, tourism and business signals improving ties and stronger economic engagement.
Gen Manoj Naravane’s New Book On Military Myths Inspired By Shashi Tharoor’s Writing Style
Inspired by a book by Shashi Tharoor, the former Army chief presents engaging anecdotes drawn from real military events, highlighting unusual traditions, wartime stories and legendary figures across the Army, Navy and Air Force.
Committee Reviews Anti-Defection Law, Eyes Standard Guidelines for Speakers
A presiding officers’ committee continues consultations on disqualification procedures under the anti-defection law, aiming to standardise Speaker powers across states, with next meeting scheduled in Karnataka.
Thrissur Firecracker Blast: 9 Bodies, 26 Body Parts Recovered, Identification Underway
Authorities are using DNA tests to identify victims as severe burns complicate recovery, while injured continue treatment and the exact number of people present remains uncertain.
NIA Court Sentences ISIS Recruiter to Six Years in Shivamogga Radicalisation Case
Court findings reveal a wider ISIS-linked network involving online handlers, crypto funding, recruitment and propaganda activities, with multiple convictions already secured and further trials underway.
Shutdown Sparks Clashes in Manipur, Crisis Deepens with Rising Displacement
Prohibitory orders imposed after tensions escalated during shutdown enforcement. Official data reveals large-scale damage, hundreds dead, and thousands still struggling in camps with slow recovery.
Fresh Twist in Court Video Case: Delhi HC Judge Recuses From Hearing PIL Against Kejriwal
Plea alleges court hearing clips were shared online to influence perception; seeks contempt action, SIT probe and removal of content, but hearing stalled after judge recused himself today.
MP High Court orders ASI to share Bhojshala survey videography with all parties
Court mandates sharing of 96-day survey footage via secure platform for all litigants by April 27, enabling objections and scrutiny in the dispute over the site’s nature.
Mystery Deepens as Tiger and Cub Found Dead in Madhya Pradesh’s Panna and Kanha Reserves
Forest authorities have launched a forensic probe into the mysterious death of a tiger in Panna while confirming natural causes behind a cub’s death in Kanha, with monitoring intensified in both reserves.
2 Fatal Road Tragedies in UP: Toddler Crushed by School Bus, Man Killed in Separate Crash
Police said a morning mishap near Musafirkhana turned fatal after a school bus lost control and fled the spot, while a night highway collision during a return from a wedding claimed another life, triggering investigations and CCTV checks.
Mbappé, Vinícius Shine as Real Madrid End Slump with Crucial 2-1 Win
Relief at the Bernabéu as early pressure, fan frustration, and a late scare frame a crucial result that keeps the title race alive and restores some confidence after recent setbacks.
Academician Madhu Kishwar Booked Over Alleged Misleading Content On Social Media
Chandigarh Police are probing a viral travel vlog clip allegedly reshared with altered captions and identity claims, triggering defamation and forgery charges and leading to notices issued to those named in the FIR.
TCS Nashik Case: Accused Seeks Bail, Alleges Complaint Driven by ‘Frustration’
The accused denies wrongdoing, disputes intent behind complaint, questions delay in filing FIR, while investigators probe wider allegations of harassment, coercion and related misconduct at workplace.
Climate Change Reshaping Carbon Storage In India’s Forests: IITM-Pune Study
Scientists project significant growth in carbon stored in India’s forests this century, driven largely by rainfall patterns and vegetation growth, but warn that warming, fires and ecosystem stress could offset these gains.
Kharge’s ‘Terrorist’ Remark Sparks Political Firestorm, BJP Seeks Apology And EC Action
BJP leaders intensify pressure, demand apology and legal action, while EC complaint escalates the row. Kharge’s clarification fails to calm outrage as political tensions sharpen further.
Mumbai-Pune Expressway To Face Temporary Traffic Block On April 23–24 For Bridge Maintenance Work
Authorities will temporarily suspend traffic on key intercity highway stretches over two days to enable bridge maintenance works, with phased directional closures, NH-48 diversions, and commuter advisories in place to manage movement.
Dhurandhar 2 Becomes UK’s No. 1 Indian Film, Overtakes Pathaan
Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar 2 achieves a rare overseas milestone with historic UK earnings lead, driven by strong repeat audience turnout, steady weekday performance, and growing global box office dominance.
Army Defuses Suspected WWII-Era Bomb Found In Jharkhand’s East Singhbhum
The explosive surfaced on the Swarnarekha riverbed after falling water levels exposed buried objects. Authorities secured the area and carried out a controlled blast amid fears more unexploded wartime ordnance remain underground.
Ghaziabad Rape-Murder Accused Shot Dead in Police Encounter, Family Refuses to Claim Body
Police tracked the suspect using CCTV and intercepted him near Loni following a tip-off. Two policemen were injured in the exchange of fire, while residents and relatives publicly condemned the accused’s actions.
No Mandatory Gap: Allahabad HC Affirms Women’s Right to Second Maternity Leave
Court ruled that central law overrides state rules, set aside the rejection order, and directed authorities to grant leave, reinforcing protections for working mothers and limiting arbitrary administrative decisions.
Giant 15.5-Foot Python Found Motionless In Nilgiris Garden, Safely Rescued And Released
Residents in Solur informed officials after seeing a large snake in a garden. Wildlife staff rescued it carefully and relocated it to a nearby woodland area where it was set free.
NIA Seizes Houses of Accused Linked to 2017 CRPF Lethpora Camp Attack
The action targets property linked to a key accused allegedly involved in planning and supporting the deadly assault on a CRPF training facility, as investigators continue legal proceedings in the long-running terror case.
Bombay HC Discharges Four Accused in 2006 Malegaon Blast Case, Quashes Terror Charges
Court relief for four men accused in the 2006 blasts comes after years of shifting investigations and legal battles, with earlier findings and charges repeatedly altered across agencies and courts.
Women's Rights Body Steps In After 15-Year-Old Assaulted in Tamil Nadu, 5-Day Deadline Set
Following the assault in Cheyyar, a 15-year-old is hospitalized while police grill three suspects. The national panel has mandated a swift probe and victim support amid rising safety concerns.
Infosys, OpenAI Partner to Drive Enterprise AI Transformation
Partnership will integrate advanced AI tools with enterprise platforms to modernise workflows, boost productivity, enable scalable deployment, and ensure responsible use across industries.
Belagavi to Get Grand Tirupati-Style Shrine, ₹100-Crore Project Gets Land Approval
Seven acres allotted for a hilltop shrine with pilgrim stay and free meals. Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams will fund most costs, with the rest from community and public donations; completion in two years.
India’s Seafood Exports Reach Record Rs 72,325 Crore in FY 2025-26
Government initiatives, stronger compliance systems and new market access helped India achieve record seafood exports, with rapid growth in China, EU and Southeast Asia compensating for tariff-driven decline in US shipments.
Breaking Ballot Secrecy? EC Warns Fragrance, Glue on EVM Buttons Is Tampering
Officials warn that marking buttons could help identify voter choice, risking undue influence and coercion. Strict booth checks ordered; violations may trigger criminal cases and even re-polling.
Rupee Falls 39 Paise, Moves Closer to 94 as Markets Turn Risk Averse
Rising oil prices, global geopolitical tensions, and heavy foreign fund outflows dragged the rupee lower, while weak domestic equities added further pressure on the currency’s outlook.
Indian Railways Plants 81 Lakh Trees, Powers Nationwide Green Transformation
Electrification surge, water conservation systems, bio-toilets, renewable expansion, and award-winning efficiency highlight Railways’ sustainability drive beyond plantation efforts nationwide
INS Nireekshak Arrives in Colombo for India - Sri Lanka Diving Exercise DIVEX 2026
Specialised joint drills, humanitarian aid delivery, and defence cooperation highlight deepening naval interoperability, strategic trust, and regional security collaboration efforts.
From Delhi to Washington and London: Global Voices Back India on Pahalgam Attack Anniversary
From Delhi to Washington and London, leaders and allies back India on Pahalgam attack anniversary, with PM Modi, Murmu, US and UK reaffirming strong anti-terror stance and global solidarity.
Three Ducks, One Collapse: Archer’s Firestorm Powers RR to 40-Run Win Over LSG
RR bowled out LSG for 119 as Archer and Burger wrecked the powerplay, three ducks sealed the contest early, with only Marsh's 55 offering any resistance.
Big Setback For Indian Volleyball As International Body Withdraws Recognition Of Volleyball Federation Of India
Global body cites governance lapses and hands control to IOA-FIVB committee amid internal turmoil, player unrest and growing concerns over selection and coaching standards in Indian volleyball system.
FIFA Expands World Cup Ticket Sale Amid Growing Concerns Over Pricing
Fans question pricing structure as additional seats enter the market, with reports of uneven demand across key fixtures and concerns over how seating allocations are being reshaped for upcoming matches.
After Eight-Year Break, Asian Beach Games Return, India Eyes Strong Show In China
India returns to the continental beach sports event after a long gap, sending athletes across select disciplines as the Games resume post-pandemic with competition across multiple coastal events.
Haryana Edge Maharashtra in Thriller to Lift Rugby 7s Crown
Haryana showed strong composure in a tense final, overcoming late pressure to secure the national crown, while West Bengal finished third and standout performances lit up the championship.
Thauvin Shines as Lens March Into French Cup Football Final With 4-1 Win
Early penalty set the tone before a quick assist doubled the advantage, with a defender adding another before the break. A late strike sealed a dominant display, keeping their domestic double push firmly on track.
India Shine at ISSF Junior World Cup: Narwal Strikes Gold, Chirag Sharma Bags Bronze
India began strongly in Cairo as shooters dominated qualification rounds, with Narwal and Deshwal both 576 both 576. Panaah Bhugra secured silver in rifle as others narrowly missed finals under per-country rule
Vaazha 2 Debuts for Telugu Viewers with Paid Premieres Today
The sequel, a hit in Malayalam, now reaches Telugu audiences with early shows. Building on the 2024 original’s success, the franchise grows further, with a third installment already in development.
‘Gaaya Padda Simham’ Leverages Donald Trump Angle to Drive Pre-Release Frenzy
Promotions highlight a USA backdrop tied to the storyline, with Trump-themed elements creating curiosity. The team is активно engaging audiences through social media, events, and countdown campaigns.
‘Darling’ re-release today, strong USA premieres fuel buzz for big opening
Positive early reviews highlight the film’s engaging story and performances. Advance bookings are rising, with makers using interactive promotions and fan offers to drive strong audience turnout.
Will Deepika Padukone Be Replaced in ‘Raaka’ After Second Pregnancy Announcement?
Film hits schedule chaos;makers adopt safety-first action; Atlee steady, no casting change; VFX-heavy continues tight timeline; body doubles spark industry buzz
Veteran filmmaker, actor and BJP leader Chitti Babu passes away
A respected figure in Telugu cinema and public life is no more, prompting an outpouring of grief from industry peers and political leaders who remembered his contributions.
Rana Daggubati, Akshay Kumar Join Forces for Mythical Historical Thriller Set in Ujjain
The upcoming historical thriller project brings together Rana Daggubati and Akshay Kumar, promising a pan-India cinematic experience with grand visuals, period storytelling, and high-scale production design generating strong anticipation.
Jetlee trailer out: Ritesh Rana’s new comedy with Vennela Kishore, Satya
Ritesh Rana’s new comedy film features Vennela Kishore and Satya in key roles. The trailer hints at quirky humour and chaos. The film is slated for release on May 1.
Wolvaardt’s Stunning Century Powers South Africa to Series Win Over India
Dominant chase dismantles Indian bowling attack after strong batting effort, exposing fielding lapses and sealing emphatic victory in Johannesburg encounter
EDITORIAL AND SPECIAL STORY
After the Noise: Did the Campaign Strengthen or Strain Democracy?
Campaigns energize voters but risk polarization, misinformation, and weakening democratic values.
India’s Water Revolution: A New Era of River Basin Management Begins
Integrated planning, advanced technology, interlinking projects, and community participation aim to ensure equitable distribution, ecological balance, and long-term sustainability nationwide.
SPORTS
Mbappé, Vinícius Shine as Real Madrid End Slump with Crucial 2-1 Win
Relief at the Bernabéu as early pressure, fan frustration, and a late scare frame a crucial result that keeps the title race alive and restores some confidence after recent setbacks.
Three Ducks, One Collapse: Archer’s Firestorm Powers RR to 40-Run Win Over LSG
RR bowled out LSG for 119 as Archer and Burger wrecked the powerplay, three ducks sealed the contest early, with only Marsh's 55 offering any resistance.
FIFA Expands World Cup Ticket Sale Amid Growing Concerns Over Pricing
Fans question pricing structure as additional seats enter the market, with reports of uneven demand across key fixtures and concerns over how seating allocations are being reshaped for upcoming matches.
After Eight-Year Break, Asian Beach Games Return, India Eyes Strong Show In China
India returns to the continental beach sports event after a long gap, sending athletes across select disciplines as the Games resume post-pandemic with competition across multiple coastal events.
Haryana Edge Maharashtra in Thriller to Lift Rugby 7s Crown
Haryana showed strong composure in a tense final, overcoming late pressure to secure the national crown, while West Bengal finished third and standout performances lit up the championship.
Thauvin Shines as Lens March Into French Cup Football Final With 4-1 Win
Early penalty set the tone before a quick assist doubled the advantage, with a defender adding another before the break. A late strike sealed a dominant display, keeping their domestic double push firmly on track.
ENTERTAINMENT
Dhurandhar 2 Becomes UK’s No. 1 Indian Film, Overtakes Pathaan
Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar 2 achieves a rare overseas milestone with historic UK earnings lead, driven by strong repeat audience turnout, steady weekday performance, and growing global box office dominance.
Vaazha 2 Debuts for Telugu Viewers with Paid Premieres Today
The sequel, a hit in Malayalam, now reaches Telugu audiences with early shows. Building on the 2024 original’s success, the franchise grows further, with a third installment already in development.
‘Darling’ re-release today, strong USA premieres fuel buzz for big opening
Positive early reviews highlight the film’s engaging story and performances. Advance bookings are rising, with makers using interactive promotions and fan offers to drive strong audience turnout.
Will Deepika Padukone Be Replaced in ‘Raaka’ After Second Pregnancy Announcement?
Film hits schedule chaos;makers adopt safety-first action; Atlee steady, no casting change; VFX-heavy continues tight timeline; body doubles spark industry buzz
Veteran filmmaker, actor and BJP leader Chitti Babu passes away
A respected figure in Telugu cinema and public life is no more, prompting an outpouring of grief from industry peers and political leaders who remembered his contributions.
Rana Daggubati, Akshay Kumar Join Forces for Mythical Historical Thriller Set in Ujjain
The upcoming historical thriller project brings together Rana Daggubati and Akshay Kumar, promising a pan-India cinematic experience with grand visuals, period storytelling, and high-scale production design generating strong anticipation.