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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.
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.
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."
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
PGTI Tour: Pukhraj Gill, Abhinav Lohan fire 66 each to share lead after first round
Ahmedabad, April 9: 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 INR 2 crore Indorama Ventures Open Golf Championship 2025 at the Kalhaar Blues & Greens Golf Club here on Wednesday.
At Least I have lifted trophies with the greatest club in the world, Onana fires back at Matic's comments
New Delhi, April 9: Hours after former Manchester United midfielder and current midfield general for Olympique Lyonnais, Nemanja Matic labelled Andre Onana as 'the worst goalkeeper in Man Utd's modern history,' the Cameroonian goalie fired a few shots of his own through social media.
'RBI's rate cut move commendable, will boost consumption'
Mumbai, April 9: The Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) decision to reduce the repo rate by 25 basis points to 6 per cent was timely and appreciated, an expert said on Wednesday.
Bajaj Finance shares decline amid weak investor sentiment
Mumbai, April 9: Bajaj Finance Limited's shares fell on Wednesday, reflecting weak investor sentiment despite no major negative triggers.
Adah Sharma on playing Devi in her next film: 'My goal is to keep it as realistic as possible'
Mumbai, April 9: Actress Adah Sharma is all set to take on a powerful role as Devi in her upcoming film with National Award-winning director BM Giriraj.
'Yudh Nashian Virudh': Punjab Police arrest 5,535 drug smugglers
Chandigarh, April 9: The war against drugs under 'Yudh Nashian Virudh' on the directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann to eradicate the drug menace from the state entered the 40th day on Wednesday.
Faulty radio system contributed to 2023 deadly Australian helicopter crash: Report
Sydney, April 9: A faulty radio system was one of a host of factors that contributed to a fatal mid-air collision between two helicopters in northern Australia in 2023, an official investigation showed on Wednesday.
PM Modi has received invitation for participation in Russia's Victory Day celebrations: MEA
New Delhi, April 9: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has received an invitation for participation in Russia's Victory Day celebrations next month, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) confirmed on Wednesday.
Chandrababu Naidu begins construction of own house in Amaravati
Amaravati, April 9: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Wednesday laid the foundation stone for his house in the state capital, Amaravati.
Former co-stars and now Ministers: Ganesh Kumar and Suresh Gopi in ugly spat
Thiruvananthapuram, April 9: Two prominent Kerala politicians and former film co-stars -- State Transport Minister K.B. Ganesh Kumar and Union Minister of State for Tourism Suresh Gopi -- are locked in a public spat that has spilled onto the streets.
Centre seeks report from Rajasthan govt after former CM expresses anguish on social media
Jaipur, April 9: The Union government has taken a serious note of the drinking water crisis in Rajasthan following former Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje’s sharp criticism.
Hardik, Rohit, Suryakumar meet Dubai crown prince in Mumbai during business forum
New Delhi, April 9: Indian cricket stars, and Mumbai Indians trio, Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, and Hardik Pandya met with Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum in Mumbai during the Dubai-India Business Forum. They weres also joined by ICC chairman and former BCCI secretary Jay Shah
Heatwave: School timing changed in MP's Bhopal
Bhopal, April 9: In the wake of scorching heat in Madhya Pradesh's Bhopal, the district administration has changed timings of all private and government-run schools for students up to Class 8 on Wednesday.
Long arm of law eventually catches up with 26/11 plotter Tahawwur Rana
New Delhi, April 9: The proverbial long arm of the law has eventually caught up with Pakistani-Canadian businessman Tahawwur Hussain Rana, the co-conspirator of the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks that killed 165 people and wounded over 300 in 2008.
IPL 2025: Rajasthan govt to set up ORS and water counters at SMS Stadium to combat heatwave
Jaipur, April 9: In light of the rising temperatures and ongoing heatwave in Rajasthan, special arrangements are being made at Sawai Mansingh (SMS) Stadium in Jaipur ahead of the first IPL 2025 match, scheduled for April 13.
Onana is one of the worst goalkeepers in Man Utd's modern history, says Matic ahead of UEL clash
Lyon, April 9: Former Manchester United midfielder Nemanja Matic, who is now playing for Utd’s Europa League opponents Olympique Lyonnais, hit back at goalkeeper Andre Onana, who claimed his team was better than the French side and said they don’t have to focus on Friday’s opponents rather on themselves.
Rahul Gandhi calls for caste census, slams 50 pc reservation cap
Ahmedabad, April 9: The Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, on Wednesday reiterated his call for the caste-based census and declared that the Congress would break the wall of 50 per cent reservation cap.
IPL 2025: Unbeaten Delhi Capitals take on high-flying RCB at Chinnaswamy
Bengaluru, April 9: League leaders Delhi Capitals will aim to continue their winning start in the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) season when they visit the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium to take on the Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Thursday.
China issues travel warning for citizens heading to US amid strained economic relations
Beijing, April 9: China's Ministry of Culture and Tourism on Wednesday issued a risk alert for Chinese citizens planning to visit the United States, citing the recent decline in China-US economic and trade ties, as well as concerns over domestic security in the US, according to a report by Global Times.
VK Pandian left party more than 10 months ago, should not be blamed for anything: Naveen Patnaik
Bhubaneswar, April 9: Noting that VK Pandian has done a lot of good work for the state and the party, former Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik has said that the former bureaucrat-turned-politician left the BJD over 10 months back and should not be blamed for anything.
Tejashwi slams Nitish Kumar over Bihar's law and order
Patna, April 9: Leader of Opposition Tejashwi Yadav on Wednesday launched a scathing attack on Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, accusing him of failing to maintain law and order in the state.