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Severe heatwave alert for four states in next few days, says Weather Department

In its weather bulletin, the IMD said that areas in East and South peninsular India would likely experience a continuation of heatwave to severe heatwave conditions for the next five days.

Redmi to launch Note 13 Pro Plus World Champions Edition in India on April 30

Mi has confirmed the launch of Redmi Note 13 Pro Plus World Champions Edition later this month. Here's everything we know so far about the upcoming limited-edition phone.

From 'Indian 2' to 'De De Pyaar De 2': Rakul Preet Singh to make a smashing return to the silver screen this year

Bollywood actress Rakul Preet Singh is set to make a highly anticipated return to the screen after a long time, and with this news, fans are anticipating what new avatar Rakul Preet will be seen on screen. With her previous notable performances and charm, anticipation is high for her upcoming projects, which is stirring excitement among her dedicated fan base. So keeping expectations high, this year four projects by Rakul Preet Singh were...

JEE Main Result 2024: Meet your toppers; highest achievers from Telangana

The JEE Advanced 2024 cut-offs have increased for all categories. As per the notification, the minimum cut-off for the general category is 93.2 percentile. It is 81.32 for EWS, 79.6 for OBC, 60.09 for SC, and 46.69 for ST.

Nilkrishna Nirmalkumar, farmer's son, tops JEE Main 2024 with perfect score

Gajare Nilkrishna Nirmalkumar, hailing from Maharashtra and the son of a farmer, achieved a perfect score of 300 in JEE Main 2024. Despite facing financial constraints and limited family knowledge about the exam, his dedication to study and strong grasp of concepts contributed to his remarkable success.

Landslide In Arunachal Pradesh Cuts Off Dibang Valley Bordering China

New Delhi, April 25 -- A massive landslide in Arunachal Pradesh disrupted connectivity to Dibang Valley, a region of strategic importance for India as it shares a border with China. The landslides occurred on April 24 along NH-33 between Hunli and Anini due to heavy rainfall. The National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL) has initiated efforts to repair the damaged sections of the highway.

The grammar in the headline is correct. Here it is with a slight adjustment for clarity:Celebration Turns Into Mourning After Fire Breaks Out At a Wedding In Bihar's Darbhanga; 6 Dead

Due to the bursting of firecrackers, a fire broke out at a wedding pandal in Bihar's Darbhanga, leaving six people dead along with three cows.

Tripura CM, state BJP president issued notices for 'violating' silence period

Agartala, Apr 25 (PTI) Chief Minister Manik Saha and state BJP president Rajib Bhattacharjee were issued notices on Thursday for allegedly urging people to vote for the party's Tripura East candidate Kriti Devi Singh during the "silence period", Chief Electoral Officer Puneet Rastogi said

Akshay Kumar to reunite with Priyadarshan for new film, director confirms it’s going to be ‘horror fantasy comedy’

Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan are reuniting for a new comedy 14 years after their last collaboration Khatta Meetha.

Sports This Weekend: CSK vs SRH, Arsenal vs Tottenham Hotspur, Nadal vs de Minaur and more

It's been quite the eventful week in the world of sports so far, with Indian chess prodigy D Gukesh becoming the youngest winner of the prestigious Candidates Tournament on Monday and Royal Challengers Bengaluru snapping their six-match losing streak against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) on Thursday.The weekend promises to be just as eventful for sports fans. The 17th edition of the IPL will have back-to-back...

F1: Nico Hulkenberg Set To Sign Three-Year Deal With Audi - Report

Nico Hulkenberg is all set to sign a three-year deal with Audi, who will make their Formula 1 debut in 2026.

Is NOTA Relevant In Indian Elections India's Youth Speak Out - Vote's Up

New Delhi, April 23 -- Hindustan Times conducts a survey to gauge the opinion of Indian youth regarding the relevance of the NOTA (None of the Above) voting option in the Indian electoral system. The Indian citizens interviewed share their perspectives on the matter, offering insights into the significance and effectiveness of NOTA in elections.

HYBE vs ADOR: 10 shocking revelations in the clash between K-pop industry titans

In the ongoing clash between K-pop giants HYBE and ADOR, a series of shocking revelations has emerged, shedding light on the tumultuous relationship between the two entities. The feud escalated when HYBE initiated a surprise audit targeting ADOR and its executives, particularly CEO Min Hee Jin, on April 22, 2024. In response to the heightened tensions, Min Hee Jin held an emergency press conference on April 25, aiming to address the escalating...

Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez Halts Public Duties After Wife Accused Of Corruption | N18V

Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez Halts Public Duties After Wife Accused Of Corruption | N18V Sanchez said in a letter posted on his X account that while the allegations against his wife Begona Gomez are false, he is cancelling his public agenda until Monday, when he will announce whether he will continue or step down. “I need to stop and reflect,” Sanchez wrote.#spain #news18 #cnnnews18 n18oc_news

Dividend Alert: Second-worst performer on the Nifty IT in 2024 declares its best ever payout

Shares of Mphasis Ltd. will be in focus on Friday after the company announced a final dividend of ₹55 per share, alongside its March quarter results.The dividend announcement is subject to shareholder approval at the ensuing annual general meeting (AGM) of the company. Mphasis will hold its Annual General Meeting on July 25, 2024. In case shareholders approve the dividend recommendation, the dividend will be paid within 30 days of the...

Encounter breaks out between security forces, militants in J&K's Baramulla, one suspect apprehended

Army and Jammu and Kashmir Police conducted a joint search operation in Uri, Baramulla on Thursday and one suspected individual was apprehended. The search operation was initiated based on specific inputs from intelligence agencies, Indian Army's Chinar Corps said. The security forces also found one pistol and other war-like stores.

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2 Terrorists Gunned Down, 2 Army Personnel Injured On Day 2 Of J&K's Baramulla Encounter

The encounter began on Thursday at Check Mohalla Nowpora in the Sopore area of north Kashmir. After the night's lull, a fresh exchange of firing took place on Friday morning, the officials said.

IT Giant HCLTech Is Buzzing In Trade Ahead Of Its Q4 Numbers Today | CNBC TV18

Indian-origin student arrested and barred from Princeton University for participating in anti-Israel protests

Indian-origin student in US has been arrested and barred from varsity for taking part in anti-Israel protests on campus

Madrid Open 2024: Rafael Nadal Registers Dominant First-Round Win Vs Darwin Blanch, Sets De Minaur Rematch

Rafael Nadal beat wild card Darwin Blanch 6-1, 6-0 in the first round of the Madrid Open 2024.

Firing at Salman Khan's House: Mumbai Crime Branch searches Surat's Tapi river for gun

In a recent development regarding the firing incident outside actor Salman Khan's residence on April 14, Mumbai Crime Branch has reached Surat to search for the gun which the accused used in firing at actor's house. During interrogation, the accused told the Crime Branch that after committing the crime, they had thrown the gun into the Tapi River of Surat. The two men, who came on a motorbike, fired four rounds outside the Galaxy Apartments, where the actor resides, around 5 am on the morning of April 14 and fled. CCTV footage showed that both accused sported caps and carried backpacks.

Uday Kotak's Wealth Dips USD 1.3 Billion After RBI's Directive On Kotak Mahindra Bank - Details

As the largest shareholder with a stake of nearly 26 per cent, Uday Kotak bore the brunt of the sell-off, witnessing a staggering decline in his wealth by USD 1.3 billion, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index. His net worth, previously standing at USD 14.4 billion, now faces a significant dip.

'In deference to court…': Lawyer Jai Dehadrai withdraws case against TMC's Mahua Moitra

During the last hearing, the court had urged both parties to exercise caution and warned Moitra's counsel of potential injunctions if objectively false statements were made.

Earthquake Of 3.2-Magnitude Hits Haryana's Sirsa

A medium-intensity earthquake struck Haryana's Sirsa on Thursday evening.

Zombie Deer Disease spreads to another US state: All about it

Zombie deer disease spreads to Harpers Ferry National Historical Park, Jefferson County, and nearby areas. Visitor guidelines stress caution, urging safe distance from wildlife and proper disposal of infected carcasses to prevent CWD transmission.

Vietnam Tycoon Appeals Against $27 Billion Fraud Death Sentence

A top Vietnamese property tycoon sentenced to death in a $27 billion fraud case has launched an appeal against her conviction, state media said Friday.Truong My Lan, chair of major developer Van Thinh Phat, was found guilty this month of swindling cash from Saigon Commercial Bank (SCB) over a decade.The 68-year-old was found to have embezzled $12.5 billion, but prosecutors said the total damages caused by the scam now amounted to $27 billion —...

Lovely Professional University (LPU) Graduate Secures Rs. 3 Crore Package in Global IT Giant

Pavan Kunchala Joins the Ranks of LPU Success Stories with a Whopping 1 Crore Package from TC Central. Over 1100+ Students from Batches 22-23 Achieve Remarkable Salary Packages of Rs 10 Lakhs and above.

iPad Air 2024 may skip mini-LED display- Here's what to expect from Apple Event on May 7

Speculations surrounding Apple's forthcoming launch event on May 7 intensify as details of the new iPad Air models emerge. Contrary to initial predictions, Display Supply Chain Consultants (DSCC) CEO Ross Young unveils unexpected insights.

Harish Shankar: After Mr Bachchan: Naam Tho Suna Hoga with Ravi Teja and Jagapathi Babu, wish to shoot Raid2 in Lucknow

DJ: Duvvada Jagannadham director Harish Shankar wraps shoot of Telugu version of Raid with actor Ravi Teja, Jagapathi Babu and Bhagyashri Bhorse in Lucknow

'Putin not evil': Ex-Indian envoy decodes power of narrative, explains Russia-Ukraine reality

NEW DELHI: The Russia-Ukraine war, which the Kremlin called a 'special military operation', has stretched for more than two years, with no clear solution in sight to persuade both nations to bury the hatchet. Meanwhile, the West's decision to pump more ammunition and funding into the war has further accentuated the conflict between Kyiv and Moscow....

High Court orders DGCA to immediately process Go First’s lessors’ applications for aircraft deregistration

Justice Tara Vitasta Ganju additionally prohibited the resolution professional (RP) appointed under the insolvency law, as well as the airline's directors, from relocating or removing any aircraft, spare parts, documents, records, or other materials.

Ukraine pulls US-provided tanks from front lines over Russian drone threats

The US agreed to send 31 Abrams to Ukraine in January 2023 after an aggressive monthslong campaign by Kyiv arguing that the tanks, which cost about $10 million apiece, were vital to its ability to breach Russian lines.

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Vantage | Why India's words on US universities' protests marks a big policy shift

India has just played a diplomatic ‘uno-reverse’ game. It is quite a rare one, too. A lot of US colleges have become protest sites. Thousands of students are rallying for Gaza. They are accusing their government of supporting a ‘genocide’. They have been reversed with a crackdown. Hundreds of protesting students have been arrested, sometimes quite violently.Normally, India wouldn't react to something like this, but this time, New Delhi has...

Wipro will pay its ex CEO Rs 92.1 crore as severance pay but only if he does not join any other company

Wipro will be paying its ex CEO, Thierry Delaporte, a severance package of Rs 92.1 crore, contingent upon him not joining another company within a year.

Amazon Great Summer sale starting soon, reveals list of phones that will get discounted

Amazon Great Summer sale announced: It is promising to offer discounts on devices such as the OnePlus 12, OnePlus Nord 3, Redmi 13C, Redmi Note 13 Pro, Samsung Galaxy M34, Samsung Galaxy S23, iQOO Z9, Tecno Pova 6 Pro, and more. Here are the details.

Nagaland Board of School Education results declared! Find more info here

As the results of the Classes X and XII Board examinations were declared by the Nagaland Board of School Education (NBSE) on Friday, April 26, it was reported that girls had outperformed boys this time, stated a PTI report. Information on the class X examinationsNBSE Chairperson, Asano Sekhose, informed the reporters that a total of 15,588 out of 2...

Petrol, Diesel Fresh Prices Announced: Check Rates In Your City On April 26

Petrol and Diesel Prices On April 26, 2024: The price of crude oil continues to fluctuate in the international market. Brent crude is $ 88 per barrel, while WTI crude is trading at $ 82.77 per barrel. On the other hand, talking about India, government oil companies have kept the prices of petrol and diesel stable in all metros even today, 25 April 2024.New petrol and diesel rates are released every day at 6 am in the country. Oil companies have...

Harvey Weinstein's rape conviction overturned: All you need to know about the ruling that #MeToo victims are calling 'unjust'

Harvey Weinstein's rape conviction overturned: NY's highest court overturned Harvey Weinstein's 2020 sex crime conviction, raising questions about evidence use in future cases. Responses from various #MeToo movement figures highlighted disappointment and the need for change in addressing sexual assault. Here is a look at what happened to the case, which helped define the #MeToo movement, and what might happen next.

Kerala Blasters bid goodbye to Ivan Vukomanovic

Less than a month after he stated that he had no intention of leaving the club, head coach Ivan Vukomanovic and Kerala Blasters decided to part ways on Friday. The club management announced the decision through a statement, adding that the search for a new coach has begun.

US on Australian journalist's visa row: 'India can speak...'

The US has refrained from commenting on allegations that India denied the visa renewal of an Australian journalist, saying New Delhi can speak about its visa policy.

Chinese student sentenced to prison for threatening Pro-democracy classmate in US

Chinese student in Boston sentenced 9 months for harassing pro-democracy classmate. Case raised free speech concerns. Threats, aggressive behavior, and cultural tensions highlighted. University reviewing policies on student safety and conduct.

JEE Main 2024 Topper: Bengaluru’s Amogh Agrawal scores 100 percentile in JEE session 1, 2

JEE Main 2024 Topper: He further said, I study as long as my body supports. Usually, I study for 12 hours. I believe my teachers and my parents have been my support system throughout my preparation journey."

Google parent Alphabet announces its first-ever dividend, shares soar to nearly 16%

Google's parent company Alphabet announced its inaugural dividend and a $70 billion stock repurchase, resulting in the stock price soaring by almost 16% after the market closed. The dividend amount per share will be 20 cents. Alphabet is returning capital while spending billions of dollars on data centres to compete with rivals on generative artificial intelligence (AI).

Rajasthan: Cong Suspends Ameen Khan, Balendu Singh Shekhawat For 6 Years Over 'Indiscipline, Anti-Party Activities'

New Delhi: Congress on Friday suspended Ameen Khan, former MLA from Sheo Assembly, and Balendu Singh Shekhawat, former Secretary of Rajasthan Pradesh Congress Committee from the party for six years with immediate effect over complaints of indiscipline and anti-party activities. The grand old party also suspended its Surat Lok Sabha candidate Nilesh Kumbhani as Congress alleged that he either “mixed up with the BJP” or was “completely careless”....

WADA hands Chinese swimmers case to ‘independent prosecutor’ amid criticsm

The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) said on Thursday it had asked an independent prosecutor to review its handling of the case where 23 Chinese swimmers tested positive for a prescription heart drug. The organization will also send a "compliance audit team" to China to "assess the current state of the country's anti-doping program" run by anti-doping body CHINADA.WADA has faced criticism since media reports at the weekend that the swimmers...

Elon Musk once again richer than Mark Zuckerberg: Why latter lost $18 billion

Elon Musk became the third richest billionaire as the company added $5.8 billion in wealth, amounting to a total of $184 billion now.

No case against user over "objectionable" tweet against Md Zubair, Delhi Police tells HC

New Delhi, Apr 25 (PTI) The city police has told the Delhi High Court that no case has been registered against a twitter user for his "objectionable" tweet against Alt News co-founder Mohammad Zubair

OnePlus 8 And 8 Pro Users Get Final Software Update: Time To Buy A New Phone?

OnePlus has released the OxygenOS 13 update for two smartphones introduced in 2020. The OnePlus 8 and the OnePlus 8 Pro have reached the end of their life cycle after running the most recent OxygenOS 13.1.0.587 version. This indicates that both handsets have received their final update, and OnePlus will no longer provide software maintenance for these two smartphones.For those who may not be aware, OnePlus fulfilled the four years of software...