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Why were you so hurried about Waqf Amendment? Didn't you know situation in Bangladesh?: Mamata Banerjee's all-out attack on Centre

Kolkata, April 16: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday launched a scathing attack on the Centre over the recent Waqf Amendment and communal unrest, accusing the BJP-led government of pushing a divisive agenda and failing to secure India's borders.

Do you have problem with women being given representation?: Ravi Shankar Prasad slams Mamata Banerjee amid chaos over Waqf Act

New Delhi, April 16: Amid heightened tensions over the Waqf Amendment Act, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Ravi Shankar Prasad on Wednesday hit out at West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, asking her whether she has issues over women being given representation in the Waqf board.

China detains Tibetans for mourning Buddhist leader's mysterious death

Beijing, April 16: Chinese officials have interrogated and detained local Tibetans who shared photographs and posts on social media mourning the death of a prominent Tibetan Buddhist leader, who reportedly died while in custody in Vietnam, as reported by Radio Free Asia (RFA).

Biden slams Trump administration's handling of Social Security Administration in first post presidency speech

Chicago, April 16: Former US President Joe Biden has criticised the Trump administration's handling of the Social Security Administration, CNN reported. He did not mention Trump's name directly in his remarks. However, he warned against cuts and changes taking place at the Social Security Administration and accused the current administration of taking a "hatchet" to the organisation.

18-year-old creates 150 bird nests to save Sparrows

Udhampur, April 16: In a commendable move to save Sparrows, 18-year-old Amrit Suryavanshi has initiated the 'Save Birds Mission' at his farm in Lehnu in the Tikri village of Udhampur district, Jammu and Kashmir.

All players are confident & experienced to handle any situation: KKR captain Ajinkya Rahane banking on team to turn things around

Chandigarh, April 16: The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), defending champions of the Indian Premier League (IPL), suffered a narrow 16-run loss in a low-scoring thriller against Punjab Kings, here at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium on Tuesday. Harshit Rana's three-fer, alongside braces from Sunil Narine and Varun Chakaravarthy, went in vain as the hosts defending the target in an engaging contest.

Amararam Gujar appointed as India's next High Commissioner to Malawi: MEA

New Delhi, April 16: Amararam Gujar, presently Deputy Chief of Mission, Rome, has been appointed as India's next High Commissioner to Malawi, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said.

US tariff uncertainties to hit manufacturing, logistics, and retail sectors hardest: Jefferies

New Delhi, April 16: US tariff uncertainties will impact manufacturing, logistics and retail verticals the most, given their reliance on global supply chains, according to a report by Jefferies.

Over 1.3 crore persons insured through GeM in FY 2024-25

New Delhi, April 16: Government e-Marketplace (GeM), India's largest e-marketplace for public procurement, has facilitated insurance for more than 1.3 crore individuals covering Health, Life and Personal Accident Insurance policies, the Ministry of Commerce & Industry said on Wednesday.

'And Just Like That': Carrie, Aidan's romance reignites in season 3 trailer

Washington, April 16: After a two-year hiatus, 'And Just Like That' is set to return with its highly anticipated third season, premiering May 29 on Max.

The movement is far from over.., says Ranjita Sinha as Kolkata marks 18th National Transgender Day with calls for real action

Kolkata, April 16: Kolkata witnessed a powerful observance of the 18th National Transgender Day on April 15, 2025, hosted by Gokhale Road Bandhan and the Association of Transgender/Hijra in Bengal (ATHB).

Has Lalu become useless for family too: JD(U) MLC slams Tejashwi for 'failing' to care for his father

Patna, April 16: JD(U) MLC and spokesperson Neeraj Kumar on Wednesday launched a scathing attack on RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav for "failing" to take care of his father and party chief Lalu Prasad, who is under treatment at All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Delhi.

IPL 2025: 'No one thought they could do something like this', says Saba Karim after PBKS defends lowest-ever total

New Chandigarh, April 16: Former Indian cricketer Saba Karim delved into the thrilling upset pulled off by Punjab Kings against defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders, saying that no one had thought of PBKS pulling off such a remarkable feat by successfully defending the lowest total in the IPL history.

Chum Darang on 'Khauf': Had to scream my lungs out, which gave me migraines

Mumbai, April 16: Actress Chum Darang has talked about playing the character Svetlana in the series “Khauf” and said she “had to scream my lungs out, which gave me migraines.”

Markets open flat amid weak global cues, US tariff developments

Mumbai, April 16: The Indian stock markets opened flat on Wednesday amid negative global cues and developments in the US reciprocal tariffs.

Over 1.3 crore get insurance cover through GeM in 2024-25

New Delhi, April 16: Government e Marketplace (GeM) has successfully facilitated the insurance of more than 1.3 crore individuals covering health, life and personal accident insurance policies during the financial year 2024-25, according to a statement issued by the Commerce and Industry Ministry on Wednesday.

Swwapnil Joshi: I enjoy staying busy with back-to-back projects

Mumbai, April 16: Actor-producer Swwapnil Joshi, who is currently promoting “SuSheela SuJeet” and has the Gujarati film "Shubhchintak" lined up, has expressed that he enjoys staying busy with back-to-back projects.

Tennis: Paolini, Navarro move into Stuttgart second round

Stuttgart, April 16 : Jasmine Paolini and Emma Navarro lived up to their seeded billing at the Porsche Tennis Grand Prix on Tuesday evening, quickly picking up first-round wins at the WTA 500 indoor-clay event in Stuttgart, Germany.

Hrithik Roshan's ex-wife Sussanne Khan celebrates her Parents' 59-year-old love story

Mumbai, April 16: Interior designer and entrepreneur Sussanne Khan took to social media to celebrate a truly special milestone—her parents' 59 years of love and togetherness.

Mamata Banerjee playing political games, using anti-social elements for vote bank: BJP's Dilip Jaiswal

New Delhi, April 16: Bihar BJP President Dilip Jaiswal reacted sharply to West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s meeting with Muslim religious leaders on Wednesday and alleged that she was playing the political game using anti-social elements to build her vote bank.

Kannada star Upendra confirms he has combination scenes with Superstar Rajinikanth in 'Coolie'

Chennai, April 16: Kannada star Upendra has now confirmed for the first time that he has combination scenes with the one and only superstar Rajinikanth in director Lokesh Kanakaraj's eagerly awaited action extravaganza, 'Coolie'.

Fairgrounds in Pomona to host cricket at LA28 Olympics

Dubai, April 16: The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Tuesday welcomed the announcement that the fairgrounds in Pomona, Southern California, will host cricket at the upcoming 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, as per the ICC official website.

Filmmaker Tejas Deoskar shares how Emraan Hashmi transformed into a soldier for 'Ground Zero'

Mumbai, April 16: Filmmaker Tejas Prabha Vijay Deoskar has revealed how Emraan Hashmi underwent a powerful transformation to portray a soldier in his upcoming film “Ground Zero.”

Swiggy partners with Labour Ministry to strengthen job linkages in gig, logistics sectors

New Delhi, April 16: Food delivery and quick commerce platform Swiggy has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Ministry of Labour & Employment for strengthening employment linkages in the gig and logistics sector through the National Career Service (NCS) portal.

I'm too strong for all this, says Robert Vadra as he faces 2nd day of ED questioning

New Delhi, April 16: A day after being questioned by the Enforcement Directorate in connection with a Gurugram land deal case, Businessman Robert Vadra said on Wednesday that he is "too strong for all this."

Snoop Dogg announces new gospel album, dedicates it to late mother

Los Angeles, April 16: Rapper Snoop Dogg is venturing back into his church roots with his new gospel album, "Altar Call” and has dedicated it to his late mother, Beverly Tate, who passed away in 2021.

AIADMK Executive Committee to meet on May 2 to discuss NDA expansion in TN

Chennai, April 16: The All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) has convened its Executive Committee meeting on May 2 to deliberate on the expansion of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in Tamil Nadu.

Natalie Portman: I'm drawn to things because of what's happening in my personal life

Los Angeles, April 16: Hollywood star Natalie Portman has talked about her approach to choosing scripts and said that she is drawn to roles depending on what's happening in her personal life.

I fully endorse caste census report, says K'taka Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao

Bengaluru, April 16: Karnataka Minister for Health Dinesh Gundu Rao stated on Wednesday that he will fully endorse the caste census survey report, which has led to major controversy in the state.

Saiyami Kher: I've stopped chasing outcomes

New Delhi, April 16: In an ever-changing, glitzy world of films, Saiyami Kher finds stability by remembering why she started. The actress and fitness enthusiast said that she has stopped chasing outcomes and started valuing the process.

Parul Gulati as 'Silence 2' turns 2: Being around Manoj Bajpayee felt like being in an acting institution

Mumbai, April 16: As “Silence 2: The Night Owl Bar Shootout” clocked two years since its release, actress Parul Gulati talked about sharing the screen with the acclaimed star Manoj Bajpayee, whom she tagged as an “acting institution.”

Kritika Kamra to star in women-led drama by 'Peepli Live' director

Mumbai, April 16: Actress Kritika Kamra will be seen as one of the leads in an upcoming yet-untitled women-led drama by Peepli Live director Anusha Rizvi.

Director Kookie Gulati on 'Jewel Thief': India hasn't seen a proper heist film in a long time

Mumbai, April 16: "Jewel Thief" director Kookie Gulati believes India has not seen a proper heist film in a long time.

MP CM Mohan Yadav to transfer monthly-aid to Ladli Behnas today

Bhopal, April 16: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav will transfer the funds to beneficiaries of Mukhyamantri Ladli Behna Yojana, Social Security Pension Scheme, and Cylinder Refilling Scheme to their respective bank accounts on Wednesday.

South Korea to boost shipbuilding, energy cooperation with US for tariff negotiations: Trade Minister

Seoul, April 16: South Korea will work to bolster its cooperation with the United States in the shipbuilding and energy sectors, Seoul's trade minister said Wednesday, ahead of upcoming negotiations over US import tariffs.

Biden slams Trump administration for 'deliberate cruelty' in shrinking retiree benefits agency

Washington, April 16: In first public remarks after leaving the White House, former US President Joe Biden on Tuesday accused the Donald Trump administration of “deliberate cruelty” in downsizing the federal agency that disburses post-retirement benefits to retirees.

Netanyahu visits Gaza, vows to escalate operations against Hamas

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