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Jay Shah meets Dubai Crown Prince in Mumbai

Dubai, April 9: International Cricket Council (ICC) chairman Jay Shah on Tuesday met Dubai Crown Prince Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum, in Mumbai. India's Test and ODI skipper Rohit Sharma, right-hand batter Suryakumar Yadav and all-rounder Hardik Pandya were also present.

Abhijeet Bhattacharya says musicians are losing jobs due to AI

Mumbai, April 9: The growing use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in music has been a hot topic in the industry, and now, popular playback singer Abhijeet Bhattacharya has shared his strong views on the matter.

Tripura CM launches multiple development projects in Dharmanagar

North Tripura, April 9: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Wednesday inaugurated a series of development projects in Dharmanagar, North Tripura, marking a significant boost to the district's infrastructure and governance capabilities.

Thane: Fire breaks out near railway tracks at Mumbai station

Thane, April 9: A minor fire broke near railway tracks at Mumbra railway station in Maharashtra's Thane district on Wednesday evening and was quickly brought under control, officials said.

Rajasthan: Sunny Deol visits Mateshwari Tanot Rai Mata Temple, dances with soldiers to iconic 'Gaddar' song

Jaisalmer, April 9: Actor Sunny Deol visited the famous Tanot Mata Temple in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, on Wednesday to offer prayers for his upcoming film 'Jaat', which is set to release later this week.

India International Center hosts discussion on Abhay K's book 'Nalanda: How it Changed the World'

New Delhi, April 9: The India International Center in New Delhi hosted a discussion on author Abhay K's new book Nalanda: How it Changed the World, with Abhay K in conversation with William Dalrymple, moderated by Arpan Tulsyan.

India to host Global Technology Summit in Delhi from April 10-12, inaugural session to begin with Jaishankar's address

New Delhi, April 9: The 9th edition of the Global Technology Summit (GTS) will be held in New Delhi from April 10-12. The theme for this year's Summit is "Sambhavna" - meaning possibilities--and will explore how emerging technologies can drive inclusive growth, strengthen digital governance, and deepen cross-border partnerships.

BJP's Rajeev Chandrasekhar criticizes Congress for neglecting legacy of Chettur Sankaran Nair

New Delhi, April 9: Kerala BJP chief Rajeev Chandrasekhar on Wednesday criticised the Congress party for allegedly erasing former party president Chettur Sankaran Nair from its history. He claimed that leaders like Subhash Chandra Bose, Sardar Vallabhai Patel, and Dr. Ambedkar have also been sidelined to serve the interests of the "Congress dynasty."

Piyush Goyal discusses trade opportunities, challenges with exporters

New Delhi, April 9: Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal on Wednesday held discussions with the Export Promotion Councils and Industry Bodies in New Delhi regarding the emerging trade scenario.

Uttarakhand CM Dhami performs bhoomi pujan for 213-foot national flag in Khatima

Khatima, April 9: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Wednesday performed the Bhoomi Pujan for the installation of a 213-foot-high national flag at Kanjabag Tiraha, Khatima.

2020 Delhi riots: Court stays order for further investigation on Law Minister Kapil Mishra

New Delhi, April 9: Delhi's Rouse Avenue court on Wednesday issued a notice on the revision moved by Delhi Law Minister Kapil Mishra. He has challenged the order passed by the magistrate court directing further investigation in the 2020 Delhi riots.

Will strip uniforms, present as accused: Jagan Reddy warns police acting as Chandrababu Naidu's personal watchmen

Sri Sathya Sai, April 9: Former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister and YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) chief, YS Jagan Mohan Reddy, has issued a stern warning to police officers whom he accuses of working in favour of current Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu.

Governor Lakshman Prasad attends 25th convocation of Assam Agricultural University

Jorhat, April 9: Assam Governor and Chancellor of Assam Agricultural University (AAU), Lakshman Prasad Acharya on Wednesday graced the 25th Convocation Ceremony of the university, held at Dr Madhab Chandra Das Memorial Auditorium on the AAU campus in Jorhat.

IPL 2025: Sai Sudarshan's 82-run knock powers Gujarat Titans to 217/6 in 20 overs against Rajasthan Royals

Ahmedabad, April 9: Opener Sai Sudarshan's valiant knock of 82 runs stomed hosts Gujarat Titans to a total of 217/6 in their 20 overs against Rajasthan Royals in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Wednesday.

Shooting World Cup: Rudrankksh Patil, Arya Borse bag air rifle mixed team silver

New Delhi, April 9: India's 10m air rifle mixed team pair of Rudrankksh Patil and Arya Rajesh Borse, bagged a silver medal, going down to the crack Chinese pairing of Wang Zifei and Song Buhan 9-17 in the gold medal match, on the penultimate day of competitions at the ISSF World Cup Rifle/Pistol/Shotgun Argentina 2025.

Kisan Seva Kendra inaugurated in Rajouri, villagers to get several facilities

Rajouri, April 9: In a major initiative, a Kisan Seva Kendra, also known as 'Kisan Khidmat Ghar' (Single Window Service Centre), was inaugurated for the farmers in the remote Panchayat Daraj B of Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir.

Rashmika Mandanna resumes the night shoot for 'Thama'

Mumbai, April 9: After ringing in her 29th birthday in Oman, Rashmika Mandanna is back in work mode. She has resumed the night shoots for her forthcoming horror comedy, "Thama", alongside Ayushmann Khurrana.

IPL 2025: Sai Sudharsan's outstanding 82 propels Gujarat Titans to 217/6

Ahmedabad, April 9: B. Sai Sudharsan continued his outstanding run in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 by making a majestic 82 and propelled Gujarat Titans to a massive 217/6 in 20 overs against Rajasthan Royals at the Narendra Modi Stadium here on Wednesday.

Badminton Asia C'ships: Sindhu advances; Prannoy, Lakshya crash out in first round

Ningbo: , April 9 (IANS) Two-time Olympic Games medallist PV Sindhu made a winning start in the Badminton Asia Championships 2025 with a 2-0 win over Ester Nurumi Tri Wardoyo of Indonesia in a first-round clash here on Wednesday.

Monte-Carlo Masters: Alcaraz overcomes slow start to defeat Francisco Cerundolo

Monte-Carlo, April 9: Carlos Alcaraz delivered a statement win at the Monte-Carlo Masters on Wednesday, overturning a sluggish start to power past Francisco Cerundolo 3-6, 6-0, 6-1 and advance to the third round.

Chandrababu Naidu thanks PM Modi for approval to Tirupati-Katpadi railway line doubling project

Amaravati, April 9: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Wednesday thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the approval of the Tirupati-Katpadi railway line doubling project.

You want my blood, but will not get it easily, says Vijayan to queries on daughter's troubles

Thiruvananthapuram, April 9: Hours after his daughter Veena Vijayan suffered a jolt when the Delhi High Court on Wednesday refused a stay on the probe by the Serious Fraud Investigation Office (SFIO) into allegations of her (now defunct) IT firm receiving monthly gratification from Kochi-based Cochin Minerals and Rutile Ltd (CMRL) for mining sanctions, a peeved Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Wednesday expressed his displeasure at questions on the issue.

Kajol reveals the secret of life through her latest post

Mumbai, April 9: Actress Kajol revealed the secret of life through her latest social media post.

26/11: US prison agency says Tahawwur Rana no longer in its custody

Washington, April 9: Pakistan-origin 26/11 plotter Tahawwur Rana, whose appeal to block his extradition to India was rejected by the US Supreme Court earlier in the week, is no longer in the custody of the US Bureau of Prisons as of Wednesday.

Manipur MLA who was brutally attacked in 2023 seeks unity to combat ethnic crisis

Imphal, April 9: Manipur MLA Vungzagin Valte, who was brutally attacked and apparently left to die by the attackers on May 4, 2023 in Imphal, on Wednesday arrived in Mizoram capital Aizawl after a prolonged medical treatment in Delhi. He will leave for his home state by helicopter.

Bihar: Inspired by PM Modi, farmers in Motihari turn to millets, earning more profit than before

Motihari, April 9: After Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s initiative to celebrate 2023 as the International Year of Millets, there has been a growing interest in millets across the country, and farmers in Bihar's Motihari district are no exception. Apart from being more nutritious, millet farming has also led to an increase in farmers' income compared to previous years.

Congress leaders should criticise RSS aggressively: Jitu Patwari

Bhopal/Ahmedabad, April 9: Madhya Pradesh Congress Chief Jitu Patwari on Wednesday asked his party leaders to aggressively criticise the Rastriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) like the Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, criticises them.

No end in sight to Dhaka's growing rhetoric, India ends trans-shipment facility for Bangladesh

New Delhi, April 9: Citing "significant congestion" at its airports and ports, India on Tuesday said that it has terminated a trans-shipment facility available to Bangladesh that allowed Dhaka to export cargo to third countries using Indian customs stations.

PM SVANidhi scheme empowers street vendors in Karnataka's Tumkur district

Tumkur, April 9: Beneficiaries of the Central government's Pradhan Mantri Street Vendor’s AtmaNirbhar Nidhi (PM SVANidhi) Scheme in Karnataka's Tumkur district are experiencing an improved quality of life, thanks to the support provided by the scheme.

Bengal govt 'defends' police action on protesting job losers

Kolkata, April 9: A West Bengal minister, a senior bureaucrat and a top police officer on Wednesday justified the action of the police on the protesting individuals who lost their school jobs at different pockets of the state. The most intense protest was witnessed at Kasba in South Kolkata near the office of the district inspector of schools.

Death toll from northeast Australian tropical disease outbreak rises to 26

Sydney, April 9: The death toll from an outbreak of a tropical disease linked to heavy rainfall in Australia's northeast has increased to 26.

BRS demands rollback of hike in prices of petroleum products

Hyderabad, April 9: Bharat Rashtra Samithi's (BRS) Working President K.T. Rama Rao on Wednesday demanded that the Central government immediately reverse the hike in petrol, diesel, and LPG prices.

Ayushmann Khurrana's wife Tahira shares a health update after breast cancer relapse treatment

Mumbai, April 9: Filmmaker and author Tahira Kashyap recently revealed that her breast cancer has recurred after eight years. After undergoing a new course of treatment and therapies, she took to social media to share that she has returned home.

Trump pushes for one big beautiful bill, says USA will soar like never before

Washington, DC, April 9: US President Donald Trump on Wednesday pushed for a "one big beautiful bill" and told fellow Republicans "it is more important now than ever." He assured the people of the US that America "will soar like never before."

Bank of India, UCO Bank cut lending rates after RBI repo rate slash

New Delhi, April 9: Hours after the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced a 25 basis points cut in the repo rate, two major public sector banks -- Bank of India and UCO Bank on Wednesday reduced their lending rates, bringing relief to both existing and new borrowers.

HPSEBL terms Kangana Ranaut's allegation on electricity bill misleading; points to higher power use, arrears

Shimla, April 9: Himachal Pradesh State Electricity Board Limited (HPSEBL) has issued a clarification regarding reports on the electricity bill of Mandi MP Kangana Ranaut's Manali residence, stating that her power consumption is significantly higher than that of an average household and that the pending amount includes arrears.

UP Cabinet approves 2 per cent increase in dearness allowance for state employees

Lucknow, April 9: The Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath-led Uttar Pradesh government on Wednesday announced a two-per cent increase in the Dearness Allowance (DA) for state government employees, effective January 1, 2025, from 53 per cent to 55 per cent.

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