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MP's road connectivity will be like America in next 2 years: Nitin Gadkari
Indore, April 10: Union Minister for Road, Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari said on Thursday that road connectivity in Madhya Pradesh will be like that of the US in the next two years.
Tabu joins Puri Jagannadh's new movie co-starring Vijay Sethupathi
Mumbai, April 10: Actress Tabu has joined the cast of Puri Jagannadh’s upcoming movie. The makers of the film made the formal announcement of the actress’ inclusion in the film.
Gurugram: Administration urges public to take precautions amid rising heat
Gurugram, April 10: As the temperature continues to rise, the district administration has issued instructions to residents to take necessary precautions to avoid heat waves and other heat-related illnesses.
Indu Makkal Katchi slams BJP over silence on temple autonomy demand
Chennai, April 10: The Indu Makkal Katchi (IMK), a right-wing political outfit based in Tamil Nadu and a long-time supporter of the BJP, has launched a sharp attack on the central government, accusing it of betraying Hindu interests by failing to support the demand for freeing temples from government control.
CIBIL score row: Madras HC disallows arbitration without exhausting credit information dispute remedies
Chennai, April 10: The Madras High Court has ruled that borrowers cannot invoke arbitration proceedings to address disputes related to the non-updating of their credit history by companies like TransUnion CIBIL Limited without first utilising the alternative remedies prescribed under the Credit Information Companies (Regulation) Act, 2005.
Russia and US hold second round of talks in Istanbul
Istanbul, April 10: Russia and the United States on Thursday began the second round of consultations in Istanbul, focusing on the normalisation of operation of their respective embassies.
India's Airport sector to attract investment of Rs 1 lakh crore over 4-5 years: ICRA
New Delhi, April 10: India's airport sector is set for a major boost, with capital expenditure (capex) of more than Rs 1 lakh crore expected over the next four to five years, according to a report by rating agency ICRA.
China reaches out to EU, ASEAN members against US' reciprocal tariffs
Beijing, April 10: With US President Donald Trump going all out in his trade war on China by imposing 125 per cent tariff on import of Chinese goods, Beijing has reached out to the European Union (EU) and ASEAN countries to forge an united front and force the US to backtrack.
Bihar: Key BJP leaders hold meeting party leaders, workers; pay tributes to BR Ambedkar
Patna, April 10: Senior BJP leaders, including the party's national general secretary Tarun Chugh, Bihar Deputy Chief Ministers Samrat Choudhary and Vijay Kumar Sinha and state president Dilip Kumar Jaiswal, conducted a meeting with party leaders and workers of Bihar on Thursday.
James Cameron wants to use AI to cut filmmaking costs
Washington, April 10: James Cameron, the Oscar-winning filmmaker, has joined Stability AI's Board of Directors and is now exploring ways to use artificial intelligence (AI) to streamline the filmmaking process.
Building indigenous future-ready defence ecosystem is strategic necessity: Rajnath Singh
New Delhi, April 10: Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh advocated for the development and modernisation of the Armed Forces through self-reliance on Thursday and said that low-cost high-tech solutions and enhanced fighting capability are needed.
Indian women's hockey team set to tour Australia for five-match series
New Delhi, April 10: The Indian women's hockey team is all set to embark on an exciting tour of Australia for a five-match series scheduled from April 26 to May 4. India will open the series with two matches against Australia A, followed by three encounters against the senior Australian team.
Government services will now be at fingertips: Kerala govt rolls out K-Smart in panchayats
Thiruvananthapuram, April 10: The Kerala Government on Thursday rolled out K-Smart (Kerala Solutions for Managing Administrative Reformation and Transformation) in panchayats after its successful implementation in corporations and municipalities.
'Young India' is my brand, says Telangana CM
Hyderabad, April 10: Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy on Thursday said that 'Young India' is his brand.
US court clears way for Sun Pharma to launch autoimmune disorder drug
Mumbai, April 10: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries on Thursday said that it has received a major relief from a US court, which allowed it to launch its new drug Leqselvi (Deuruxolitinib) in the American market.
Women's ODI WC Qualifiers: McColl approved as replacement for Carter in Scotland's squad
Lahore, April 10: Kirsty McColl has been approved by the ICC Technical Committee as a replacement for injured Darcey Carter in Scotland's squad for the ongoing Women's ODI World Cup qualifiers in Pakistan.
Punjab BJP chief writes to Governor, accuses CM of 'political espionage'
Chandigarh, April 10: Punjab BJP President Sunil Kumar Jakhar on Thursday wrote a letter to Governor Gulab Chand Kataria, raising questions over what he described as a grave constitutional breach and institutional abuse by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann.
Actor Prithviraj Sukumaran's film 'Nobody' goes on floors in Ernakulam
Chennai, April 10: Work on director Nissam Basheer’s film ‘Nobody’, featuring actor Prithviraj Sukumaran in the lead, began with a formal pooja on Friday at Wellington Island in Ernakulam in Kerala.
Manipur: 6 Kuki organisations urge Meiteis not to cross buffer zone
Imphal, April 10: Six Kuki tribal organisations including Kuki Students’ Organisation (KSO) on Thursday urged the Meitei community not to cross the buffer zone i.e. neutral areas to enter into the Kuki-Zo-Hmar inhabited areas.
Cannes line-up features Hollywood giants like Scarlett Johansson, Spike Lee, Ari Aster, Richard Linklater
Los Angeles, April 10: The upcoming edition of the prestigious Cannes Film Festival has unveiled its line-up, and it has the cinematic giants competing against each other for several coveted titles from the festival.
Schoolgirl duo in J&K's Pulwama fakes abduction to bunk classes
Srinagar, April 10: In a bizarre incident, two schoolgirls in J&K's Pulwama alleged an abduction bid to bunk classes before coming clean on the incident, police said on Thursday.
IPL 2025: Tried to bowl in good area after missing my usual line and length, says Rashid Khan
Ahmedabad, April 10: A lot had been said about Rashid Khan’s dwindling returns in IPL of late, but the premier Afghanistan leg-spinner bounced back in Gujarat Titans’ 58-run win over Rajasthan Royals by picking crucial scalps of Dhruv Jurel and Shubham Dubey to end with 2-37 in his four overs.
'Doubt to determination': Priyansh's journey from IPL rejection to maiden ton
New Delhi, April 10: Growing up in New Delhi’s Ashok Vihar, left-handed opener Priyansh Arya had told IANS before the start of IPL 2025 that watching Brendon McCullum’s unbeaten 158 in the competition’s inaugural match as a young kid had fuelled his desire to perform well in the ten-team tournament.
Australian independents unite to call for AUKUS inquiry ahead of general election
Canberra, April 10: Independent candidates who could hold the balance of power following Australia's general election have united to call for a parliamentary inquiry into the AUKUS security pact.
Ritwik Bhowmik: Kolkata is stuck in time yet it is futuristic
Mumbai, April 10: Actor Ritwik Bhowmik, who essays the role of Sagor in the recently released streaming series ‘Khakee: The Bengal Chapter’, is in love with Kolkata. The actor, who spent a considerable time in what was once the capital of the East India Company, feels that the city has a different charm to it, and is quite fluid within the time fabric.
The facilities here are very good: Thailand's Mananchaya Sawangkaew at Billie Jean King Cup 2025 in Pune
Pune, April 10: Mananchaya Sawangkaew of Thailand has been making big waves in the Billie Jean King Cup Asia-Oceania Group 1, having won both of her matches so far at the prestigious tournament, organised by MSLTA in association with AITA and PMDTA, at the Mhalunge Balewadi Tennis Complex in Pune.
Work of cleaning Yamuna is underway: Delhi CM Rekha Gupta
New Delhi, April 10: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Thursday asserted that the work of cleaning the Yamuna is underway, and the government is doing it in a time-bound manner.
IPL 2025: Varun Aaron hails exceptional Sai Sudharsan, picks moment when GT opener showed his excellent form
New Delhi, April 10: Former India speedster Varun Aaron pointed out the moment when Gujarat Titans' young opener Sai Sudharsan reminded everyone of his "exceptional" display and his "excellent form" against the Rajasthan Royals in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. Aaron was speaking on Jio Hotstar.
Matt Bomer speaks out against 'victim narrative' in lost 'Superman' role
Washington, April 10: Matt Bomer, star of the new Hulu sitcom Mid-Century Modern, has spoken out against the notion that he lost the role of Superman due to his sexuality.
EU President Von der Leyen backs Trump's tariff pause amid US-China trade clash
Brussels, April 10: European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has welcomed US President Donald Trump's announcement to pause reciprocal tariffs for dozens of countries, calling it a necessary move to help stabilise the global economy amid intensifying trade tensions between the United States and China.
Assam govt to promote women workforce at semiconductor facility, says CM Sarma
Guwahati, April 10: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday said that to boost women's participation in the upcoming Tata Semiconductor facility in Jagiroad in the Morigaon district, the state government is set to build a state-of-the-art hostel for them for Rs 142 crore.
Experts call for prudent, guarded approach to Trump's proposed 'package deal'
Seoul, April 10: South Korea should take a prudent and guarded approach in its negotiations with the Trump administration over his proposed "package deal" on tariffs and security issues, as it would be better not to hastily respond to such talks under Seoul's current acting leadership, experts said on Thursday.
Doctors at Jharkhand's Dhanbad Medical College hold strike after colleague assaulted
Dhanbad, April 10: Medical services at the government-run Shaheed Nirmal Mahato Medical College and Hospital (SNMMCH) in Jharkhand's Dhanbad were severely hit for over eight hours on Thursday as doctors went on a strike after a senior resident doctor was assaulted by relatives of a deceased patient, officials said.
PoGB: Women stage sit-in on Karakoram Highway over prolonged electricity issues
Gilgit, April 10: A group of women staged a sit-in on the Karakoram Highway in the Sultanabad village of Pakistan-occupied Gilgit Baltistan(PoGB), voicing their frustration over the prolonged electricity issues affecting the residents of the area, as reported by Pamir Times.
Indorama Ventures Open Golf Championship 2025: Pukhraj Singh Gill, Abhinav Lohan fire opening rounds of 66 to hold joint lead
Ahmedabad, April 10: Pukhraj Singh Gill of Ludhiana and Faridabad's Abhinav Lohan fired opening round scores of six-under 66 to hold the joint lead at the Rs 2 crore Indorama Ventures Open Golf Championship 2025 being played at the Kalhaar Blues and Greens Golf Club in Ahmedabad.
Big day...should be hanged: Brother of 26/11 hero Tukaram Omble on extradition of Tahawwur Rana
Mumbai, April 10: Calling the extradition of 26/11 Mumbai attacks accused Tahawwur Rana a "big day," Eknath Omble, the brother of Ashok Chakra awardee and 26/11 hero Tukaram Omble, on Thursday urged the central government to hang Tahawwur Rana.
South Korean Court rules quorum in impeachment motion of acting President Han valid
Seoul, April 10: The South Korean Constitutional Court on Thursday upheld the validity of the National Assembly's impeachment motion against acting President Han Duck-soo, ruling that the use of a quorum standard applicable to Cabinet ministers, rather than the president, did not violate the Constitution.
More Indian women taking up high-demand roles in tech: Report
New Delhi, April 10: As India’s tech industry continues to grow at a rapid pace, more and more women are stepping into high-demand roles and making a strong impact, a new report said on Thursday.
Badminton Asia C'ships: Dhruv-Tanisha into mixed doubles QF; Sindhu, Priyanshu, George bow out
Ningbo: April 10 (IANS) Indian mixed doubles pair Dhruv Kapila and Tanisha Crasto marched into the quarterfinal of the Badminton Asia Championships 2025 Quarters after registering a comeback win over Chinese Taipei’s Ye Hong Wei and Nicole Chan on Thursday.
As Rana lands in India, 26/11 martyr Tukaram Omble's brother demands hanging of Tahawwur
Mumbai, April 10: On the day Tahawwur Rana, one of the co-conspirators in the Mumbai terror attacks was brought to India, Eknath Omble, the brother of Ashok Chakra awardee and 26/11 martyr Tukaram Omble, urged the central government to hang the terrorist and send a strong message to Pakistan.