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IPL 2025: Suryakumar Yadav joins rare T20 club after explosive cameo against KKR
Mumbai, April 1: Suryakumar Yadav became just the fifth player for India to cross the 8000-run landmark in the T20 format following his scorching display in the Indian Premier League.
It's voice of the voiceless BJP's Pradeep Bhandari on Waqf Amendment Bill
New Delhi, April 1: Bharatiya Janata Party National Spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari on Tuesday stressed the necessity of the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, calling it "voice of the voiceless."
West Bengal: Security heightened in Darjeeling after villagers burned tyres, damaged police vehicles
Darjeeling, April 1: Security has been heightened in the Kharibari area of Darjeeling in West Bengal after tensions erupted on Monday evening.
Trump to announce tariff plan on April 2, 'Liberation Day' in Rose Garden Event
Washington, DC, April 1: US President Donald Trump will unveil a new tariff plan on April 2, which he has dubbed "Liberation Day," in his first Rose Garden press conference of his second term, CNN reported.
Offensive, strongly condemnable: Assam CM slams Muhammad Yunus's remark on Bangladesh as guardian of Indian Ocean
Guwahati, April 1: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday strongly criticised and condemned the remarks made by the Chief Adviser of Bangladesh's interim government, Muhammad Yunus, claiming that Bangladesh is the "only guardian" of the Indian Ocean for the region, as the seven northeastern Indian states are "landlocked".
Chile's President Gabriel Boric arrives in India for first state visit
New Delhi, April 1: Chilean President Gabriel Boric Font arrived in New Delhi on Monday for his first state visit to India, receiving a ceremonial welcome and a Guard of Honour. He was warmly received at the airport by Union Minister of State Pabitra Margherita.
Muslim empowerment or political appeasement? Shiv Sena's MP Shrikant Shinde questions opposition's intent on Waqf Bill
New Delhi, April 1: Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Shinde on Tuesday questioned the opposition's stance on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill 2024, asking that parties to clarify whether they support Muslim empowerment or political appeasement. He also challenged whether their position aligned with Balasaheb's ideology or with vote bank politics.
RBI's rate-cut cycle may extend if growth weakens: ANZ Group
New Delhi, April 1: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) could extend its rate-cut cycle beyond August 2025 if economic growth weakens, according to a report by ANZ Group.
This is historic and should be appreciated: Acharya Vipin Joshi applauds Uttarakhand government's announcement to rename various places in state
Dehradun, April 1: Acharya Dr Vipin Joshi of the Tapkeshwar Mahadev Temple reacted to the Uttarakhand government's state decision to change the name of the various places located in the state and said that the decision was a historic one and should be appreciated.
Catholic Bishops body calls for Amendments to Waqf Act over land dispute in Kerala; urges political parties to adopt unbiased, constructive approach
New Delhi, April 1: The Catholic Bishops Conference of India (CBCI) has urged political parties and legislators to adopt an unbiased and constructive approach to land issues, including Munambam in Kerala.
Centre to move Coastal Shipping Bill, Shashi Tharoor to present 6th report of Standing Committee on External Affairs
New Delhi, April 1: Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal will move the Coastal Shipping Bill, 2024, in Lok Sabha on Tuesday. The bill aims to promote coasting trade and encourage domestic participation.
I'm going to my father's home country, Sunita Williams plans trip to India
Washington DC, April 1: NASA Astronaut Sunita Williams said she plans to visit India soon, and meet with ISRO's team during her visit.
Anant Ambani undertakes a 'padyatra' from Jamnagar to Dwarka to celebrate his 30th birthday
Jamnagar, April 1: Anant Ambani, Director of Reliance Industries Limited, has begun his spiritual journey (padyatra) from Jamnagar to Dwarka, the revered city of Lord Krishna, ahead of his 30th birthday.
Konstas, Kuhnemann, Webster earn maiden deals as Australia unveil central contract list for 2025-26
Canberra, April 1: Explosive opener Sam Konstas and left-arm orthodox spinner Matthew Kuhnemann have been rewarded for their rollercoaster summers and have been added to Cricket Australia's central contract list for 2025-26.
Waqf Amendment is a huge reform Karnataka Dy LoP Arvind Bellad
Dharwad, April 1: After the Kerala Catholic Bishops Council (KCBC) supported the Waqf Amendment Bill proposed by the centre, Karnataka Deputy Leader of Opposition and Bharatiya Janata Party MLA Arvind Bellad affirmed that the Waqf (Amendment) Bill is a huge reform to the Waqf bill which has "created a huge havoc."
UAE sends search and rescue team to save earthquake victims in Myanmar
Abu Dhabi, April 1: In implementation of the directives of UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the UAE has urgently dispatched a search and rescue team, comprising members from Abu Dhabi Police, the National Guard, and the Joint Operations Command, to support efforts for save people affected by earthquake in Myanmar.
Indraprastha Gas to set up Rs 2,066 crore solar plant in Bikaner, Rajasthan
Jaipur, April 1: Indraprastha Gas Limited (IGL) has approved a major renewable energy project to set up a solar power plant in Rajasthan. The company will invest Rs 2,066 crore in this project as part of its strategy to expand into clean energy and achieve its net zero targets.
Shift in financial markets from US exceptionalism to un-exceptionalism triggers u-turn in USD: UBI
New Delhi, April 1: Amid the ongoing tariff threat environment, the financial markets have begun shifting their perspective on the US economy, which has impacted the USD.
Eight core principles for conscious leadership by Gaurang Das Prabhu
By Gauranga Das Prabhu, New Delhi, April 1: In the current fast-paced world, leaders require a strong foundation of personal and professional principles and discipline to navigate their lives and careers effectively.
6 killed after explosion reported in West Bengal's Patharpratima
South 24 Parganas, April 1: As many as six people died and several others were injured after an alleged explosion was reported in Patharpratima in the South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Suvendu Adhikari said on Tuesday.
Hyundai Steel temporarily shuts down rebar plant on low demand
Seoul, April 1: Hyundai Steel, South Korea's second-biggest steelmaker, said on Tuesday it has temporarily shut down one of its three domestic steel reinforcement bar (rebar) plants due to low demand.
Nimrat Khaira: As I started reading history, my interest grew significantly
New Delhi, April 1: Punjabi actress-singer Nimrat Khaira, who will soon be seen in Gippy Grewal's “Akaal”, said her interest grew significantly for history as she started reading it.
South Korea to continue negotiations with US on trade barrier issues
Seoul, April 1: The South Korean government will continue negotiating with Washington on non-tariff measure issues ahead of the planned announcement of U.S. reciprocal tariffs, the industry ministry said on Tuesday, shortly after the office of the US Trade Representative (USTR) released an annual report on foreign trade barriers.
Chapman to miss second ODI vs Pak with hamstring injury
Hamilton, April 1: New Zealand batter Mark Chapman will miss the second Chemist Warehouse ODI against Pakistan in Hamilton, on Wednesday (IST) due to a right hamstring injury. Chapman sustained the injury while fielding during the first ODI in Napier and a subsequent MRI scan revealed a grade one tear which will require a short period of rehabilitation.
Warm wishes on Utkala Dibasa: PM Modi greets people on Odisha Day
New Delhi, April 1: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday greeted the people of Odisha on the occasion of the state's foundation day, saying India takes pride in its history, literature and music.
Cricket Australia award Konstas, Webster, Kuhnemann with national contracts for 2025-26 season
Melbourne, April 1: Cricket Australia have awarded the Test summer's standout newcomers, Sam Konstas, Beau Webster and Matthew Kuhnemann, with national men's contracts for the 2025-26 season.
Shabana Azmi on what's left to explore: Life in its entirety
New Delhi, April 1: National Award-winning star Shabana Azmi says it would be unrealistic to believe that she has experienced everything and adds that what remains to be explored is "life in its entirety."
Olivia Munn talks about pressures of being a mother: It's like I just landed on Mars
Los Angeles, April 1: Actress Olivia Munn, known for her work in films such as 'The Babymakers', compared the pressures of being a mother to landing on Mars.
Chilean President arrives in India for 5-day visit, to hold talks with PM Modi
New Delhi, April 1: Chilean President Gabriel Boric Font arrived in New Delhi on Tuesday for a five-day State Visit to India. He was received with a warm welcome by Union Minister of State (MoS) Pabitra Margherita and was accorded a ceremonial Guard of Honour upon landing at the airport.
Aarya Babbar calls 'pranking' his second nature, shares the funniest April Fool's pranks
Mumbai, April 1: Actor Aarya Babbar, known for his playful nature, shared that pranking has become second nature to him.
Israeli PM testifies in 'Qatargate' probe
Jerusalem, April 1: Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu testified for about two hours before investigators at his office in Jerusalem, Israel's media reported.
Gujarat to host AICC national convention after 64 years
Ahmedabad, March 31: Ahmedabad is gearing up to host the 84th National Convention of the All India Congress Committee (AICC) on April 8-9, marking a historic return of the event to Gujarat after a gap of 64 years.
Property transactions to become dearer as Maha govt increases ready reckoner rates by 3.89 per cent
Mumbai, April 1: The property buyers in Mumbai and rest of Maharashtra will have to shell out more money towards property transactions as the state government on Monday has increased ready reckoner (RR) rates by 3.89 per cent for across Maharashtra for 2025-26.
NE India's one of tallest govt office complex to come up in Agartala: Tripura CM
Agartala, April 1: The Northeastern region's one of the tallest office building complex is being constructed in Agartala using the latest technology from California, US Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha has said after reviewing the work of the multi-storey office complex.
Trekking expedition in Arunachal to commemorate Dalai Lama's Tibet escape
Itanagar, April 1: A week-long trekking expedition retracing the historic route taken by Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama six decades ago commenced on March 31 from Kenzamani in Arunachal Pradesh's Tawang district, officials said.
12-member delegation of BJP leaders from Bengal to attend meeting on Darjeeling hills in Delhi
Kolkata, April 1: A 12-member delegation of 11 BJP legislators and a party Lok Sabha member from West Bengal will be attending the tripartite meeting convened by the Central government in Delhi this week on working towards a permanent political solution in the hills of Darjeeling, Kurseong and Kalimpong in northern part of the state.
Shiva Circuit for religious tourism in Bihar to be developed soon: Dilip Jaiswal
Patna, April 1: Bihar unit BJP president Dilip Jaiswal has said that a Shiva Circuit will soon be developed in the state, with the state government already giving its consent for the project.
Odisha CM elated over inclusion of Ratha Yatra, Bali Yatra in heritage inventory
Bhubaneswar, April 1: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Monday expressed happiness over the inclusion of the famous Ratha Yatra of Lord Jagannath in Puri and Bali Yatra in the list of National Inventory of Intangible Cultural Heritage by the Sangeet Natak Academy.
Six killed in illegal firecracker factory blast in Bengal
Kolkata, April 1: At least six persons, including three children, have been reportedly killed following a major blast at an illegal firecracker factory at Patharpratima in South 24 Parganas district in West Bengal on Monday night.
Nagaland varsity names its library after RSS founder Hedgewar
Kohima, April 1: The International University in Nagaland's Dimapur has named its new library after Dr. Keshav Baliram Hedgewar, founder of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS).