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A meeting between the Election Commission and a TMC delegation ended in controversy, with the party alleging the CEC asked them to “get lost” and the EC accusing leaders of shouting. The exchange comes amid tensions over West Bengal elections
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Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin said the state will not accept any delimitation decision taken without its consent. He questioned the Centre’s approach, alleged lack of transparency, and urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to address concerns raised by southern states
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Indian shooters failed to reach the final of the 10m Air Pistol Men’s event at the ISSF World Cup in Spain, with Mukesh Nelavalli finishing 14th. Rhythm Sangwan and Divya TS made a promising start in the 25m Pistol Women’s event.
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Brilliant Chess Academy will organise the 239th Brilliant Trophy Chess Tournament on April 11 and 12 at Brilliant Grammar High School, Dilsukhnagar, Hyderabad. Junior players across multiple age categories will compete for prizes worth Rs 10,000.
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Ribhav Verma maintained his dominance at the IGU Hyderabad Amateur Golf Championship, carding a three-under 69 in windy conditions to extend his lead to four shots after two rounds at Boulder Hills Golf & Country Club.
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US President Donald Trump announced what he termed a “productive regime change” in Iran, vowing to eliminate uranium enrichment while signalling possible sanctions relief and threatening steep tariffs on countries supplying weapons to Tehran.
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Young India Skills University (YISU), Telangana, has launched B.Tech in Applied Life Sciences and B.Sc in Cardiovascular Sciences. The programmes offer hands-on training with partner companies and hospitals. YISU also unveiled its Digital Learning Universe for enhanced learning experiences.
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The NCDRC has stayed the execution of bailable warrants against actor Salman Khan in a misleading advertisement case linked to a pan masala brand. It has also directed lower commissions to submit records while hearing the matter further
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West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee criticised the BJP and Election Commission over large-scale voter deletions, alleging manipulation. She said the TMC will move court again to challenge the exclusions and protect voters’ rights ahead of the elections
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A new report highlights that climate stress is affecting India’s economy and public health, with heat exposure causing major labour losses and increased health risks. It also shows rising threats to maternal health and vulnerable communities due to climate change impacts
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Union Minister Annpurna Devi said the proposed amendment to the women’s reservation law will boost women’s participation in governance and mark a golden era of development. The move is expected to significantly increase representation in Parliament and state assemblies
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A 16-year-old girl was allegedly raped by seven men at a cafe in Bareilly’s Bhojipura area. Police said the accused used a video of an earlier assault to threaten her. FIR has been filed and the accused are absconding
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Church leaders across Telangana are launching a state-wide campaign to secure SC status for Dalit Christians. The movement includes petitions to national leaders, grassroots representations, legal consultations, and a public rally titled ‘Garjana’ to raise awareness and mobilise support.
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Rakul Preet Singh has started dubbing for Pati Patni Aur Woh Do. The upcoming romantic comedy, directed by Mudassar Aziz and starring Ayushmann Khurrana, Sara Ali Khan, and Wamiqa Gabbi, follows a love triangle and is highly anticipated by fans.
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Weavers in Rajanna Sircilla are facing fresh challenges as rising yarn prices linked to West Asia tensions increase production costs. Industry representatives say crude oil disruptions and pending government payments are further straining the already struggling weaving community.
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Three workers were injured after falling from an under-construction railway bridge near Kagaznagar in Kumram Bheem Asifabad district. One worker was trapped, prompting a rescue operation, while colleagues raised concerns over unsafe working conditions at the site.
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Kriti Sanon said filming ‘Jab Talak’ for Cocktail 2 felt like a perfect summer getaway. The song, featuring Shahid Kapoor and Rashmika Mandanna, highlights friendship and fun, and sets the tone for the film’s June 2026 release.
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Global semiconductor revenue is expected to exceed $1.3 trillion in 2026, driven by surging demand for AI processing, data centre infrastructure and rising memory prices, according to Gartner, which predicts the industry’s fastest growth in more than two decades.
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Varun Dhawan shared a new still from his upcoming film Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai, featuring Mrunal Thakur. The romantic comedy, directed by David Dhawan, has generated excitement online and is set for release on June 12.
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The Secunderabad Cantonment Board has restarted digitisation of records after 10 years. Over 20,000 files will be scanned to preserve defence land data, improve access, and reduce disputes. The project is expected to be completed within six months.
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The government said India has adequate coal stocks to meet power demand and ensure steady supply amid global uncertainties. It highlighted coal gasification as key to energy security, with incentives and large-scale investments planned to boost adoption
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A 19-year-old youth, Kommu Ajay, died after his motorcycle crashed into a hoarding pole near Pragathi Nagar in Hyderabad. Police suspect overspeeding caused the accident. A case has been registered, and an investigation is underway.
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Class 9 students from Gitanjali Vedika School in Narsingi visited the Telangana Pollution Control Board as part of an educational tour to learn about vehicular pollution, environmental protection and sustainable mobility solutions.
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Iran’s representative in India Abdul Majid Hakeem Ilahi claimed the US was forced to announce a ceasefire due to its inability to sustain the conflict. He said peace depends on Iran’s terms and denied nuclear weapons ambitions