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Rahul Gandhi questions centre over tragic death of two children in Manipur

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 6:52:48 PM IST

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi criticised the central government on Tuesday for the tragic incident in Tronglaobi Awang Leikai area, where two children lost their lives. ... read..

Alana King reclaims top spot in ICC women's ODI bowling rankings

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 6:52:46 PM IST

Australian leg-spinner Alana King has reclaimed the top spot in the latest ICC women's ODI bowling rankings after an impressive performance during Australia's tour of the Caribbean. New Zealand batters also made gains in the ICC Women's ODI batting rankin ... read..

Cancer Awareness, Prevention and Screening (CAPS) 5th Camp Marks World Health Day with strong police participation

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 6:52:29 PM IST

On the occasion of World Health Day, Delhi State Cancer Institute (DSCI) successfully organised the 5th CAPS (Cancer Awareness, Prevention and Screening) Camp at the Delhi Police Headquarters. The event, held from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, witnessed enthusiast ... read..

Centre moves to tighten IT rules, seeks Industry feedback on online content regulation

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 6:52:27 PM IST

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MEITY) has released draft amendments to the Information Technology Rules 2021, proposing notable changes to how online news and current affairs content is regulated in India. ... read..

Telangana CM Revanth Reddy questions CM Pinarayi Vijayan over poverty, corruption and development in Keralam

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 6:52:25 PM IST

Amid the ongoing spat between Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy and his Keralam counterpart Pinarayi Vijayan, Reddy has posed questions over poverty, corruption and development in Keralam. ... read..

No dryout reported in LPG distributor ships, all petrol pumps operating normally: Govt

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 6:23:01 PM IST

Addressing the recent developments in the West Asia crisis, Sujata Sharma, Joint Secretary in the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas, denied any shortage of LPG in India, asserting that no "dryout" has been reported at petrol pumps across the country ... read..

Delhi Lt Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu offers tribute on Guru Tegh Bahadur's Prakash Purab

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 6:22:55 PM IST

Lieutenant Governor of Delhi, Taranjit Singh Sandhu, on Tuesday paid homage at the historic Gurudwara Rakabganj Sahib in the national capital on the occasion of the Prakash Purab of the ninth Sikh Guru, Guru Tegh Bahadur ji. ... read..

West Asia conflict hits airline revenues, raises costs, govt taking various steps to stabilise sector: Civil Aviation Ministry

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 6:22:48 PM IST

The ongoing West Asia conflict has put significant pressure on India's aviation sector by impacting airline revenues and increasing operational costs, Civil Aviation Ministry Joint Secretary Asangba Chuba Ao said on Tuesday. ... read..

World Heart Day: 50% of heart attack cases occur without any prior warning, warns Expert

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 6:22:41 PM IST

While working out at the gym, someone lost their life. While playing, someone's heartbeat suddenly stopped. While dancing and singing, someone's voice went silent forever. ... read..

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta says, "1,531 colonies to be regularised under new housing scheme:"

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 6:22:28 PM IST

Chief Minister Rekha Gupta lauded the central government for regularising Delhi's unauthorised colonies on an "As Is, Where Is" basis under the PM-UDAY scheme, noting that the new framework allows for the regularisation of 1,531 colonies without requiring ... read..

Sugar exports may be capped, surplus stocks to be diverted to Ethanol: Food Secretary

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 6:22:24 PM IST

The government may cap sugar exports if the approved quota is not fully utilised, with surplus supplies likely to be diverted towards ethanol or carried forward as stock, Sanjeev Chopra, Secretary, Department of Food and Public Distribution, said today. ... read..

Petroleum Ministry to double 5kg FTL cylinder supply for migrant labourers

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 6:22:18 PM IST

The Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas on Tuesday has directed state governments and union territories to double the daily supply of 5kg Free Trade LPG (FTL) cylinders available for migrant labourers. ... read..

India's EV sales jump 24.6% in FY26, offering a hedge amid rising crude prices

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 5:52:24 PM IST

India's electric vehicle transition gathered pace in FY26, with total EV retail sales across two-wheelers, three-wheelers, passenger vehicles and commercial vehicles rising about 24.6 per cent year-on-year to around 24.52 lakh units, according to retail d ... read..

Embassy in Iran so far facilitated movement of 1862 Indian nationals: MEA

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 5:52:22 PM IST

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Tuesday said it has facilitated the movement of thousands of Indian nationals from West Asia, amid the ongoing conflict. ... read..

West Asia tensions may raise construction costs for real estate sector: EY

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 5:52:20 PM IST

Rising crude oil prices linked to tensions in West Asia could increase construction costs and create supply chain pressures for India's real estate sector in the near term, according to an analysis by EY. ... read..

"Massive attack on Sikh religion": BJP's Phoolka slams Punjab govt's SGPC Act amendment plan

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 5:52:07 PM IST

Senior Advocate and BJP leader HS Phoolka on Tuesday strongly criticised the Punjab government for planning to amend the 2008 Jagat Jyot Shri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar Act without consulting the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC), calling the m ... read..

'Not the first time': Congress leader Deepak Bhardwaj slams Assam Police deployment in Delhi over Pawan Khera

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 5:22:35 PM IST

Congress leader Deepak Bhardwaj on Tuesday criticised the deployment of Assam police to Delhi for Pawan Khera, calling it a recurring issue. He said Congress workers from across the capital are gathering in full strength to show their support for the seni ... read..

Prolonged detention violates liberty: Delhi Court grants bail to Sukesh Chandrashekhar in PMLA case

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 5:22:12 PM IST

A Delhi court has granted bail to alleged conman Sukesh Chandrashekhar in a money laundering case, holding that continued incarceration beyond a reasonable period violates the fundamental right to personal liberty and speedy trial. Emphasising constitutio ... read..

All you need to know about Billie Jean King Cup 2026 Asia and Oceania Group I Qualifiers

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 4:22:17 PM IST

New Delhi is set to host the Billie Jean King Cup 2026 Asia & Oceania Group I Qualifiers from April 7 to 11, bringing together some of the top women's tennis teams from across the region. ... read..

What France's new Tobacco research means for India's evolving public health approach

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 4:22:06 PM IST

The French Ministry of Health has updated its official position on smokeless tobacco products following a recent report by the French Agency for Food Safety, Environment, and Occupational Health (ANSES). After reviewing more than 2,500 scientific publicat ... read..

Attero's MetalMandi crosses 2 lakh+ downloads; targets 5X growth in five years

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 3:22:34 PM IST

MetalMandi, the B2B digital scrap trading platform from Attero, has crossed over 2 lakh downloads across India and is targeting 5X growth over the next five years, as it scales its presence across the country's scrap and recycling ecosystem. ... read..

Over 3.24 lakh students receive degrees, diplomas, certificates at IGNOU's 39th convocation

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 3:22:25 PM IST

Over 3.24 lakh students were awarded degrees, diplomas and certificates at the 39th convocation of the Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) on Tuesday, with rural learners accounting for the largest share across categories. Vice President C. P. ... read..

Air India revises fuel surcharge amid jet fuel spike; CEO Campbell Wilson to step down

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 3:22:19 PM IST

The Air India group has announced revisions to its fuel surcharge structure across domestic and international routes amid a sharp rise in global jet fuel prices. ... read..

Neighbour dispute turns violent; police rule out communal angle in Delhi's Sultanpur

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 3:22:18 PM IST

A dispute over a rope used for drying clothes escalated into an alleged assault between neighbours in Delhi's Sultanpuri area, with police stating that the incident was personal in nature and had no communal angle. ... read..

Pakistan issues 2800 visas to indian pilgrims for Baisakhi celebrations

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 2:52:37 PM IST

The Pakistan High Commission in New Delhi has issued over 2,800 visas to Indian pilgrims for the upcoming Baisakhi celebrations, scheduled to take place in Pakistan from April 10 to 19, 2026. ... read..

Medical Commission notifies draft amendments to ease registration norms for Armed Forces doctors

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 2:52:32 PM IST

The National Medical Commission (NMC) has notified draft amendments to the "Registration of Medical Practitioners and Licence to Practice Medicine Regulations, 2023" in the official gazette to ease registration requirements for doctors serving in the Arme ... read..

West Asia tensions impact India's aviation sector; fuel costs, route diversions key concerns: EY

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 2:52:29 PM IST

The ongoing geopolitical conflicts in West Asia are beginning to exert a measurable impact on India's aviation sector, affecting both airlines and airports through rising fuel costs, operational disruptions, and revenue uncertainties, according to an anal ... read..

Delhi HC stays NSD's upper age limit for theatre course, allows petitioners to apply

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 2:52:22 PM IST

The Delhi High Court has stayed the operation of the upper age limit of 30 years prescribed by the National School of Drama (NSD) for admission to its three-year diploma course in dramatic arts, while permitting the petitioners to apply for the programme ... read..

Fearless prodigies who have stolen the limelight in IPL 2026

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 2:52:19 PM IST

In the opening 12 games of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, the 'Fearless Prodigies' have stamped their authority with the bat, ball, and in the field. Be it Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Sameer Rizvi, Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Prince Yadav, or Harsh Dubey, these ... read..

"Doesn't deserve to be Congress president": Ravi Shankar Prasad asks Kharge to apologise for "illiterate" remark

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 2:22:41 PM IST

BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad on Tuesday lambasted Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge over his "you can fool people who are illiterate in Gujarat" remark, saying he does not deserve to be the chief of a national party. ... read..

Assam CM is disturbed, desperate, and rattled: Jairam Ramesh slams police action at Pawan Khera's residence amid passport row

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 2:22:31 PM IST

Congress General Secretary Jairam Ramesh on Tuesday lashed out at the BJP-led government and termed Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma as "disturbed, desperate, and rattled" following the arrival of an Assam Police team at the Delhi residence of Congress spokes ... read..

Chhattisgarh CM presents Bastar 2.0 development blueprint to PM Modi

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 2:22:27 PM IST

Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai on Tuesday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi and presented a forward-looking vision for the next phase of Bastar's development. ... read..

Sona Comstar scales production to 500 million differential gears and 10 million assemblies

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 2:22:18 PM IST

Sona BLW Precision Forgings Ltd., known as Sona Comstar, reached a production milestone of 500 million differential gears and 10 million differential assemblies since its inception. ... read..

Delhi HC says Bar Council election disputes must go to Supreme Court panels; dismisses plea for junior advocates' reservation

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 1:52:13 PM IST

The Delhi High Court has ruled that any grievance related to the Bar Council of Delhi (BCD) elections must be raised before the committees constituted under the supervision of the Supreme Court, and not before the High Court. ... read..

IGX gas trade rises 28% YoY in FY26 to record 76.8 million MMBtu

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 1:52:11 PM IST

The Indian Gas Exchange (IGX) recorded its highest-ever annual gas trading volume in FY26, with 76.8 million Metric Million British thermal units (MMBtu) traded on the exchange, marking a 28 per cent increase year-on-year, according to data shared by the ... read..

West Asia conflict may trigger layered stress on margins, liquidity in India's financial sector: EY

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 1:52:10 PM IST

The ongoing geopolitical tensions, particularly the West Asia conflict, are expected to impact India's financial services sector through deeper, layered effects over time, according to an analysis by EY. ... read..

India's 500 MWe Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor achieves first criticality: DAE

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 1:52:06 PM IST

In a landmark achievement for India's nuclear energy programme, the 500 MWe Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR) has successfully attained first criticality (start of controlled fission chain reaction) on 6th April 2026 at 08:25 PM marking a historic ste ... read..

'Looking forward to deepen Comprehensive Strategic Partnership': PM Modi congratulates To Lam on election as Vietnam's President

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 1:22:17 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday congratulated To Lam for his election as the President of Vietnam and expressed confidence that the ties between New Delhi and Hanoi would further deepen under his leadership. ... read..

Air Marshal Umesh Yalla highlights need for advanced materials, indigenisation in military aerospace

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 1:22:15 PM IST

Air Marshal Umesh Yalla, Air Officer Commanding in Chief of the Maintenance Command of the Indian Air Force, on Tuesday emphasised the need for indigenisation and advanced materials research in military aerospace manufacturing to reduce dependence on fore ... read..

Delhi Assembly security breach: Accused wanted to grab police's attention towards missing nephew case

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 1:22:04 PM IST

Sarabjit Singh forcefully entered the premises of the Delhi Assembly with a car to grab Delhi Police's attention to the case of his missing nephew, police sources said on Tuesday. ... read..

Assam Police conducts searches Pawan Khera's Delhi residence after Himanta Sarma's wife files FIR against him

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 12:52:17 PM IST

Amid the ongoing controversy over Congress' claims that Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma's wife holds three passports, Assam Police searched Congress leader Pawan Khera's residence in Delhi. The searches followed the FIR lodged by Sarma's wife Rin ... read..

Assam Police searches Pawan Khera's Delhi residence after Himanta Sarma's wife files FIR against him

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 12:52:14 PM IST

Review of Duroflex Airboost: Can 1 lakh adaptive fibres fix your back?

By Himank Tripathi

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 12:52:13 PM IST

For years, I found myself in a constant battle with my bed. My previous 'back-support' mattress, filled with materials like jute, had a frustrating habit of failing where I needed it most. Within weeks, it would sink in high-pressure areas, forcing me int ... read..

India's digital payments account for 93% of payment value in 9MFY26: Report

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 12:52:11 PM IST

India's digital payment infrastructure has entered a phase of deep structural maturity, with the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) now firmly at the core of the country's retail payments architecture, according to a new report by CareEdge. ... read..

Gramin Vikas Bank cheating case: Former MLA Rajender Bharti seeks stay on conviction

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 12:52:09 PM IST

The Delhi High Court on Tuesday issued notice on an appeal filed by former Congress MLA Rajender Bharti challenging his conviction and three-year sentence in the Gramin Vikas Bank cheating case, which led to his disqualification from the Madhya Pradesh Le ... read..

Banks to see healthy growth in Q4FY26, but margin pressures and risks remain: Nuvama

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 12:22:08 PM IST

India's banking sector is set to close Q4FY26 on a steady footing, with credit growth holding up and deposit traction showing signs of improvement, according to Nuvama's latest sector preview. ... read..

Delhi court convicts man for forging letter in CM Yogi Adityanath's name to seek BJP ticket

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 12:22:06 PM IST

A Delhi court has convicted a man for forging an official letter purportedly issued by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, seeking a BJP ticket for himself in the 2019 Uttar Pradesh Assembly by-elections. ... read..

RK family trust row deepens: Rani Kapur issues fresh warning to Priya Kapur

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 11:52:13 AM IST

The dispute over the RK Family Trust has intensified, with Rani Kapur issuing a fresh cease-and-desist communication to Priya Kapur, reiterating that she no longer holds the position of trustee and must immediately stop acting in that capacity. ... read..

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri's US visit to see discussions on global developments, bilateral ties

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 11:52:11 AM IST

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri will visit the United States of America from April 8-10. During his visit, discussions will take place to review the full spectrum of India-US ties and also regional and global developments, the Ministry of External Affairs ... read..

Anthropic revenue surges to USD 30 billion; Secures major TPU deal with Google and Broadcom

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 11:22:09 AM IST

Anthropic's run-rate revenue surpassed the USD 30 billion threshold, marking a substantial increase from the approximately USD 9 billion reported at the close of 2025, according to the company. ... read..

Govt refutes reports of migrants returning home amid LPG crisis

By Shailesh Yadav

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 11:22:04 AM IST

The government refuted reports suggesting that migrants are returning to their home states in large numbers due to the ongoing LPG crisis triggered by the West Asia conflict. ... read..

RBI likely to revise inflation upwards; GDP faces downside risks amid global uncertainties: Report

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 10:52:35 AM IST

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is expected to revise its inflation projections upward while flagging risks to GDP growth in its upcoming policy review, according to a report by PhillipCapital. ... read..

AIIMS and GMPSF Host 16th India Probiotic Symposium, Spotlighting Gut Health's Growing Role in Preventive Healthcare

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 10:52:31 AM IST

The All-India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), in collaboration with the Gut Microbiota and Probiotic Science Foundation (India), hosted the 16th India Probiotic Symposium on March 27-28, 2026 at the Jawaharlal Nehru Auditorium, AIIMS, New Delhi. ... read..

Sensex, Nifty open in red again; Brent Crude prices surge amid geopolitical uncertainty

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 10:22:28 AM IST

The Indian Market opened in the red on Tuesday as the benchmark indices experienced a sharp decline during the early trade, tracking global cues and rising energy costs. ... read..

PM Modi expresses gratitude to healthcare workers on World Health Day, says "we reaffirm our commitment to build healthier society"

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 10:22:25 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday expressed gratitude to healthcare workers and reaffirmed the government's commitment to strengthening healthcare systems on the occasion of World Health Day. ... read..

Petroleum Ministry doubles allocation of 5 kg LPG cylinders for migrant labourers

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 10:22:20 AM IST

The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has conveyed that the daily quantity of 5 kg FTL (Free Trade LPG) cylinders allocated to each State for distribution to migrant labourers is being doubled. ... read..

NSE to launch dated Brent Crude oil futures in collaboration with S&P Global

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 9:23:21 AM IST

The National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) announced a strategic collaboration with S&P Global Energy to introduce exchange-traded derivatives based on Platts physical spot market benchmarks. ... read..

AIFF: India U17 women's team to play three friendly games against Russia in Sochi

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 9:23:10 AM IST

The India U17 women's team will play three friendly matches against Russia in Sochi on April 11, 14 and 17, 2026. Head coach Pamela Conti has named a 23-member squad for the tour. ... read..

Light rain lashes Delhi, IMD forecasts thunderstorms, gusty winds throughout day

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 8:53:00 AM IST

A change in weather was observed across New Delhi on Tuesday morning as light rainfall brought temporary relief from rising temperatures in the national capital. ... read..

West Bengal SIR: SC hands over judicial officers blockade probe to NIA, slams state officials for law and order failure

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 8:22:12 AM IST

The Supreme Court on Monday directed the National Investigation Agency (NIA) to take over the investigation in the alleged blockade (gherao) of judicial officers deployed in the Election Commission's (ECI) special intensive revision (SIR) of voter roll ex ... read..

"Degree of reluctance to deploy ground troops": Former senior diplomat on Iran war

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 3:52:51 AM IST

Former Senior Diplomat Yogendra Kumar said that there's "a certain kind of pressure building up" ahead of the United States midterm elections in November as the conflict in the Middle East continues to escalate. ... read..

Dwarka Accident case: Mother of deceased victim withdraws plea for CBI probe after Delhi Police assured cooperation

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 2:22:34 AM IST

The mother of deceased Sahil Dhaneshra on Monday withdrew her plea for CBI investigation after Delhi Police assured cooperation and redressal of the grievance of the petitioner. ... read..

Air India chief executive officer Campbell Wilson steps down: Sources

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 1:52:29 AM IST

Air India Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Campbell Wilson has resigned, sources said on Tuesday. ... read..

Turkman Gate stone pelting: Court denies anticipatory bail to accused of leading mob

New Delhi | April 7, 2026 12:52:56 AM IST

Tis Hazari Court on Monday refused to grant anticipatory bail to one Sajid alias Iqbal, who is accused of leading a mob at Faiz-E-Elahi Mosque in Turkman Gate area. ... read..

Baljeet Kaur reflects on humble beginnings and road to India women's hockey team

New Delhi | March 9, 2026 4:21:08 PM IST

Emerging Indian women's hockey team midfielder Baljeet Kaur has opened up about her arduous journey from a humble childhood to the national senior team, crediting her family's resilience and a shift in mindset--which she learned from international stars-- ... read..

Shashi Tharoor at 70: Libraries in his mind, kindness in his heart

New Delhi | March 9, 2026 11:51:28 AM IST

Today, 9th March 2026, as Dr. Shashi Tharoor turns seventy, the world celebrates a life lived in public brilliance and private grace ... read..

The People we refuse to see By Suvir Saran

New Delhi | December 3, 2025 1:18:24 PM IST

It has been a few weeks since the India Inclusion Summit ended--weeks in which the noise of daily life returned, but the silence inside me deepened. Weeks in which the world slipped back into familiar rhythms, but my own rhythm felt rearranged. In these w ... read..

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