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The visitors pressed for the winner, it was Lalruatsanga of the hosts who found the decisive goal in the 91st minute, handing Sreenidi Deccan FC their first defeat of the season

Escalating tensions around the Strait of Hormuz following the US–Israel conflict with Iran are rattling global energy markets, exposing Asia’s heavy dependence on Gulf oil

Lakshya Sen battled painful blisters and severe cramps to defeat Canada's Victor Lai in a gruelling semifinal and reach the All England Open final in Birmingham. The Indian shuttler now stands one win away from ending the country's 25-year title drought

The escalating Iran conflict could disrupt LNG supplies to India, raising concerns over urea production at the Ramagundam fertiliser plant. Experts warn this may worsen the existing fertiliser shortage in Telangana ahead of the kharif crop season

Builders in Hyderabad have opposed the new TDR rules mandating usage for high-rise buildings above 10 floors, warning that the policy could significantly increase project costs and lead to higher apartment prices for homebuyers

Government sources say India holds over 250 million barrels of crude and petroleum products, providing about seven to eight weeks of buffer. Diversified import routes, strategic reserves and expanded supplier networks ensure stable energy supplies despite global geopolitical tensions.

After battling cancer for six years and resigning from three jobs, 38-year-old Sanjay Dahariya from Chhattisgarh’s Mahasamund district secured the 946th rank in the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2025, proving resilience and determination can overcome even the toughest challenges.

After battling cancer for six years and resigning from three jobs, 38-year-old Sanjay Dahariya from Chhattisgarh’s Mahasamund district secured the 946th rank in the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2025, proving resilience and determination can overcome even the toughest challenges.

The Punjab and Haryana High Court acquitted Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh in the 2002 murder case of journalist Ram Chander Chhatrapati, seven years after a special CBI court had convicted him and sentenced him to life imprisonment

TVK chief Vijay announced several welfare promises for women, including Rs 2,500 monthly aid, a sovereign of gold for marriage and free LPG cylinders, if his party wins the Tamil Nadu assembly election. He also unveiled education and safety measures

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu said artificial intelligence will transform daily life and announced plans to manufacture quantum computers in Amaravati. Speaking at the Raisina Dialogue, he also highlighted investments, urban development and concerns over declining fertility rates

Police in Uttar Pradesh's Etah district have registered an FIR against a man for allegedly circulating an objectionable AI-generated video of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Authorities said the manipulated clip went viral on social media, triggering anger among viewers

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee alleged that large-scale deletions from post-SIR electoral rolls were aimed at dividing Bengal and targeting Bengali-speaking voters. She continued her dharna in Kolkata, accusing the BJP and Election Commission of conspiring to disenfranchise voters

Trinamool Congress leaders said their MPs will support a no-confidence motion against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla when Parliament resumes. The opposition has submitted a resolution alleging partisan conduct, though the government holds the numbers to defeat the move

Indian agencies have flagged the revival of a Nepal–India–Sri Lanka drug smuggling route, with narcotics such as hashish oil and charas moving through South India. A multi-state NCB operation seized drugs worth Rs 10 crore while investigations continue

The Centre dismissed viral social media claims about creating a new Union Territory by combining districts from Bihar and West Bengal near the Siliguri Corridor. The PIB clarified that no such proposal exists and urged people to verify information before sharing online.

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi visited Sivagiri Mutt at Varkala during his two-day trip to Kerala and paid homage at the samadhi of social reformer Sree Narayana Guru. He earlier attended a centenary event marking the Guru’s meeting with Mahatma Gandhi.

Global crude oil prices surged past $91 per barrel amid escalating tensions involving the US, Israel and Iran, reviving inflation fears. However, Indian officials said the country has sufficient crude, fuel and LPG stocks despite possible disruptions near the Strait of Hormuz.

The Chinese EV maker stated that its 'flash charging' system can power the battery from 10% to 70% in just five minutes, and reach 97% in approximately nine minutes under normal conditions

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has rejected as baseless a viral social media claim alleging that an Indian national was detained in Saudi Arabia for being an Israeli spy. The misleading post, shared by an account named 'Amoxicillin' on X, claimed Saudi authorities arrested two Mossad agents, including an Indian.

Domestic LPG prices were hiked by Rs 60 per 14.2-kg cylinder amid a spike in global energy prices triggered by the West Asia crisis. Petrol and diesel prices will remain unchanged for now as oil marketing companies are financially strong enough to absorb fluctuations

Minor explosions at a closed clubhouse in Paikpara, north Kolkata, early Saturday morning triggered panic among residents. The blasts blew off the tin roof and doors, with eyewitnesses reporting at least five loud explosions.

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has acquitted Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh in the 2002 murder case of journalist Ram Chander Chhatrapati, overturning his 2019 conviction and life sentence.