TVK chief Vijay announces his candidacy from two constituencies for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, marking his entry into electoral politics.
The Bhabanipur assembly segment is Banerjee's political bastion, where she is locked in a prestige battle against Leader of the Opposition Suvendu Adhikari in what is being seen as a symbolic rematch of Nandigram, where he had defeated her in the 2021 assembly polls.
Sahith Theegala began the RBC Heritage with a 2-under 69, placing him T-27. Ludvig Aberg leads, while other Indian-origin players had slower starts.
Sahith Theegala began the RBC Heritage with a 2-under 69, placing him T-27. Ludvig Aberg leads, while other Indian-origin players had slower starts.
Advocacy groups issued a travel advisory on Thursday, warning that visitors traveling to the US for the 2026 World Cup may face arbitrary detention or deportation, among other human rights abuses.
The hearing in a defamation suit filed against Congress MP Rahul Gandhi for his remarks on the 2020 Hathras gangrape case has been deferred to May 2. The case, heard in an MP-MLA court, was delayed due to the presiding judge's transfer. The defamation complaint stems from Gandhi's alleged remarks about the accused 'roaming free' while visiting the victim's family.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah asserted that the BJP would not allow any intruders into West Bengal if they win the state election, and would selectively root out illegal immigrants already present.
Elena Rybakina defeated Mirra Andreeva to reach the Stuttgart Open final, where she will face Karolina Muchova. Rybakina displayed aggressive play, while Muchova overcame Elina Svitolina in a three-set match.
Atletico Madrid secured a 2-0 victory over Barcelona in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final, boosted by a red card for Barcelona's Pau Cubarsi and goals from Julian Alvarez and Alexander Sorloth.
Amid escalating tensions in West Asia, the Indian government has established a control room to provide crucial support and assistance to the nearly one crore Indian citizens residing in the region.
The TMC has refuted Prime Minister Modi's claim that high voter turnout in the first phase of the West Bengal Assembly polls indicates a mandate for change, asserting it reflects support for Mamata Banerjee and her government's development agenda.
Priyansh Arya's coach, Sanjay Bhardwaj, reveals the strategies used to help the young cricketer manage the pressures of IPL stardom and avoid the 'second-season blues'. Bhardwaj emphasises the importance of mental training, staying grounded, and maintaining focus on the game.
Young golfers Tushar Pannu and Mannat Brar share the lead after the first day of the AM Green IGPL Invitational Congo.
The Dell 15 (2026) enters the Indian market with an introductory price of 69,699 for the entry-level model, which includes 8 GB memory and a 512 GB SSD.
The India women's football team secured a 3-2 victory against Malawi in the third-place play-off of the FIFA Series 2026 in Nairobi, with goals from Astam Oraon, Aveka Singh, and Priyadharshini Selladurai.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru's Josh Hazlewood and Bhuvneshwar Kumar delivered a devastating bowling performance, dismantling the Delhi Capitals' batting lineup in a stunning IPL match.
Voting has commenced in 142 constituencies for the second and final phase of the West Bengal assembly elections, with significant security measures in place. The outcome will determine whether the TMC maintains its dominance or if the BJP can gain ground in the state.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has accused the BJP of deploying its entire machinery, including Union ministers and NDA-ruled state CMs, to defeat her party in the West Bengal assembly elections. She also criticised the BJP's promises to migrant workers and alleged the misuse of central forces during the polls.
Former India cricketer Cheteshwar Pujara has praised Abhishek Sharma's talent after his explosive innings in an IPL match against Delhi Capitals.
Xiaomi has unveiled the Redmi A7 Pro 5G in India. The handset begins at 11,499 and comes equipped with an impressive 6,300 mAh battery.
Michael remains a passable biopic that looks good, sounds great, and delivers the moments fans came for. But it also feels formulaic in a way that's hard to ignore, notes Mayur Sanap.
OnePlus Nord 6 for cool colours and a hot battery.
An analysis of Nitish Kumar's tenure as Chief Minister of Bihar, highlighting his contributions to development and social justice alongside controversies and political shifts.
The Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO) has appealed to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) for liquidity support to Indian exporters, citing a significant increase in freight costs and extended payment cycles due to the ongoing West Asia conflict.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah accused West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee of shielding infiltrators, promoting dynastic politics, and supporting the construction of a mosque resembling the Babri Masjid.
'I cannot imagine that any NSA before Ajit Doval would have given us this kind of time and this kind of engagement. They would have offered slogans, or nothing at all. That, too, tells you something.'
Farukh Choudhary's early goal secured a narrow 1-0 victory for Chennaiyin FC against SC Delhi at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee asserted that the TMC will return to power for a fourth term, urging opposition parties to unite against the BJP-led NDA government at the Centre. She criticised the BJP's chargesheet against the TMC and alleged corruption in the Haldia dock complex. Banerjee also questioned Prime Minister Modi's claim of being the BJP candidate in all West Bengal seats.
Pranavi Urs, the only Indian golfer to make the cut, improved her position at the Joburg Ladies Open, while several French golfers lead the competition.
Two separate incidents of alleged suicide have been reported in Rajasthan, involving a nursing student and a B.Sc student. Police investigations are underway to determine the reasons behind these tragic events.
Goa Police are initiating a Look Out Circular (LOC) against Gautam Khattar after alleged objectionable remarks against St Francis Xavier. Khattar is accused of hurting religious sentiments and creating communal discord. The move aims to prevent him from fleeing the country as police search for him.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah promised to resolve the decades-old Gorkha issue within six months if the BJP comes to power in West Bengal, addressing a rally in Kurseong, Darjeeling district.
Ravichandran Ashwin discusses his reasons for retiring from the IPL, citing a disappointing and mentally taxing experience with the Chennai Super Kings in 2025.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has promised to expel infiltrators from West Bengal and secure the border if the BJP wins the upcoming assembly elections. He accused Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee of neglecting North Bengal and favouring Muslims in budget allocations.
Real Kashmir FC defeated Sreenidi Deccan FC 2-0 in their IFL match, boosting their hopes of avoiding relegation. Ahteeb Ahmad Dar and Oinam Sanatomba Singh scored the goals for Real Kashmir.
Chanmari FC defeated Real Kashmir FC 2-1 in an Indian Football League match, with goals from Marlon Rangel and Lalruatsanga. Marius Bedzigui scored for Real Kashmir, but it wasn't enough to overcome Chanmari's lead.
Sudarshan Yellamaraju finished T-14 at the Valero Texas Open, while JJ Spaun secured victory after a strong performance.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has accused the Mamata Banerjee government of favouring infiltrators over the native population, asserting that the upcoming assembly election in West Bengal is a battle to save the state's identity.
The Bombay High Court has discharged four accused in the 2006 Malegaon blasts case, criticising the NIA for ignoring crucial evidence. The court highlighted contradictions in the NIA's investigation compared to the initial probe by the ATS, leaving the question of responsibility for the blasts unanswered.
RCB, with four wins from five matches, are beginning to look like genuine title contenders once again.
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