Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay will handle key portfolios including police, general administration and welfare of women, youth and children. Veteran leader K A Sengottaiyan has been designated as the Finance Minister.
This Mother's Day, we spoke to a mother who spends her days working in other people's homes in order to build a better future for her children. She carries a silent strength that often goes unseen.
Bangladesh secured a historic first-ever home Test victory against Pakistan in Dhaka, marking a significant milestone in their cricket journey.
The wife of retired IPS officer Vinay Ranjan Ray was allegedly killed by a Nepali gang with the help of a domestic help in Hyderabad. Police are investigating the murder, which occurred in the early hours of Friday.
While being in an air-conditioned room can make you feel pleasant and comfortable, it also has its disadvantages, says Dr Manjusha Agarwal, consultant-internal medicine at Gleneagles Hospital, Mumbai.
A superintendent of a government-run remand home in Beed, Maharashtra, has been arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) for allegedly accepting a bribe from a security guard.
The International Energy Agency (IEA) has proposed immediate demand-side measures, including remote work, lower speed limits, and reduced air travel, to mitigate the impact of a global oil supply shock caused by Middle East disruptions.
Manipur's Home Minister Govindas Konthoujam has appealed to the public for patience as the investigation into the April 7 bombing in Bishnupur district continues. The minister's plea comes amid public criticism over the failure to quickly apprehend those responsible for the attack that killed two children.
The Delhi government has advised private companies and organisations to adopt a two-day work-from-home policy, make changes to office timings, and urge employees to avail car pooling and public transport to support the fuel-saving efforts amid global uncertainties.
The Supreme Court has decided to hear cases exclusively through video conference on Mondays and Fridays. Judges have also resolved to encourage car-pooling arrangements amongst themselves in order to ensure optimum fuel utilisation.
An 11-year-old boy was murdered in Satna, Madhya Pradesh, and his body was found in a drum at his home. Police are investigating the case and searching for a suspect.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru's pacers have been instrumental in their recent home victories in IPL 2026, marking a significant turnaround in their home ground performance.
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The body of a 25-year-old man who allegedly jumped into the Agra Canal in Faridabad following a family dispute has been recovered by an SDRF team.
An elderly couple was allegedly murdered in their home in Beawar, Rajasthan, with police investigating a possible robbery motive. Four suspects, including two minors, have been detained.
Authorities in Jammu demolished three houses belonging to alleged drug peddlers as part of an ongoing campaign against drug trafficking in the region.
Kane Williamson, Lucknow Super Giants' strategy coach, discusses the team's need to improve their home performance and adapt to challenging pitch conditions following their recent defeat in an IPL match.
Following Prime Minister Modi's appeal, Delhi ministers are adopting measures like using public transport, electric vehicles, and virtual meetings to reduce fuel consumption and cut expenditure.
The Delhi government has announced a series of measures to conserve fuel, including work from home for government offices, increased use of public transport, and reduced fuel quotas for officers.
This Mother's Day, we spoke to a working mother whose life revolve around sacrifice, resilience and the hope of giving her children a life she never had.
Prime Minister Modi has urged citizens to adopt measures like judicious fuel use, postponing gold purchases, and deferring foreign travel to strengthen India's economy in the face of the West Asia conflict's adverse impact.
Montreal strippers are hoping that withdrawing their labour on the busiest night of the year for the city's strip clubs will help them move towards their goal of full employment rights.
A 25-year-old man allegedly jumped into the Agra Canal near Palla Bridge in Faridabad after a family dispute. His wife was prevented from taking a similar step by locals. Police and fire brigade personnel are searching for the missing man.
Police in Kerala have launched an investigation into the death of a 72-year-old woman in Desamangalam, suspecting a possible homicide. The woman was found dead at her residence, and jewellery she usually wore was missing.
Based on the woman's statement, a first information report (FIR) has been registered and an investigation has been launched into the matter.
The last Mughal has passed away into ages on April 12, leaving a huge void in all our lives.
A fire broke out in a flat in Gurugram's Anant Raj Estate, Sector 63A, on Wednesday. Five fire tenders took three hours to extinguish the blaze, which gutted the flat. No casualties were reported.
A 30-year-old woman was found murdered in her Koderma home, with her throat slit. Police are investigating the incident and questioning family members.
On World Hypertension Day, Dr Anup Taksande, clinical director-cardiology and cardiac interventions at KIMS Hospitals, Thane, explains why you must think twice before reaching out for that pack of chips, sugar-free cereals or instant noodles.
Senior Congress leader K Sudhakaran stated that the amicable resolution of portfolio-sharing issues has given the party a 'new image'. Discussions on cabinet portfolios are underway within the Congress and among UDF allies in Thiruvananthapuram. The swearing-in ceremony of the CM and 20 other ministers is scheduled to be held on Monday.
The Strait of Hormuz crisis is impacting lifestyles worldwide, from reduced gold purchases in India to energy conservation in Europe and Japan, as governments urge citizens to adapt to the global energy shock.
Police in Kerala have launched an investigation into the death of a woman who delivered a baby at home in January, allegedly due to inadequate medical care. The woman, Muhseena, died after developing sepsis and organ failure. Authorities are investigating the husband and family, focusing on allegations of denied medical treatment and improper postnatal care.
NZ20 organisers initially planned to launch a six-team league of privately owned franchises for the coming summer but had agreed to hold off in part due to the international schedule, New Zealand Cricket (NZC) said.
A 22-year-old man in Uttar Pradesh triggered a massive search operation after leaving a suicide note and belongings on a bridge, only to be found safe at home later. He confessed to faking his suicide due to family tensions and mental stress.
A 20-year-old veterinary sciences student has been arrested in Rajasthan for his alleged involvement in an online work-from-home scam that defrauded job seekers with fake handwriting assignments.
The family of Harshita Brella, an Indian woman murdered in London, held a prayer meeting and are campaigning for justice in the UK. Her husband, Pankaj Lamba, is charged with her murder and remains on the run.
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has announced incentives for families to encourage larger families and reverse the state's declining population trend.
A 51-year-old man was allegedly strangled to death in Faridabad for opposing his daughter's relationship with the accused, who has been arrested.
Chennaiyin FC aims to build on their recent victory against Kerala Blasters as they host FC Goa in their first home match of the Indian Super League season.
Defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders are facing concerns about the pitch conditions at Eden Gardens as they prepare for their first home game of the IPL season. Despite a complete overhaul in coaching staff and squad, the team's think-tank and head coach Abhishek Nayar have expressed unease about the surfaces, which may not suit their spin strengths.
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