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Prayagraj (UP), Apr 18 (PTI): The Allahabad High Court has dismissed habeas corpus petition moved by mother as non-maintainable observing that a father, being a natural guardian of a Hindu minor, cannot be said to illegally detain a child even if he Read More
New Delhi, Apr 18 (PTI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday expressed his grief at the death of former Rajya Sabha MP Balbir Punj, calling him a prolific writer, thinker and public intellectual who worked tirelessly to strengthen the BJP. Read More
Chandigarh, Apr 18 (PTI): Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia on Friday criticised the AAP government over the “widening” dearness allowance gap, saying while the Centre has increased DA to 60 per cent, Punjab still dolls ou Read More
PM Modi’s remarks came a day after the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill to increase the number of Lok Sabha seats to 816 and implement 33 per cent reservation for women in legislatures in 2029 was defeated in the Lower House. Read More
Priyanka Chopra offered fans a glimpse into her recent days with a candid photo dump, capturing everything from quiet personal moments to travel snippets and a dose of Bollywood nostalgia. Read More
A single-word comment from Yuzvendra Chahal—“Algorithm”—has added a humorous twist to the buzz around Virat Kohli’s recent Instagram activity, turning it into a full-blown social media moment. Read More
Tabu has added a new property to her real estate portfolio, purchasing an apartment in Mumbai’s Versova for Rs 10 crore. The apartment spans around 2,153 sq ft and comes with a balcony measuring approximately 127 sq ft. Read More
Stand-up comedian Samay Raina has once again spoken about the deep scars left by the Kashmiri Pandit exodus, this time offering a more personal and detailed account of how it impacted his family across generations. Read More
Gaurav Gera, currently receiving praise for his role as Aalam in Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar and its sequel Dhurandhar: The Revenge, is finally enjoying a phase of recognition that has been a long time coming. Read More
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Cabinet approves 2% Dearness Allowance hike for employees.
Pensioners also receive 2% Dearness Relief increase.
Revised rates are effective from January 1, 2024. Read More
The Union government has approved a 2% increase in dearness allowance (DA) for central government employees and pensioners, offering relief amid rising inflation. Read More
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Stock indices hit highs as Iran opens Strait of Hormuz.
Oil prices fell sharply, easing inflation concerns and boosting airlines. Read More
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Understand PPF, ELSS, NPS tax-saving investment differences.
PPF offers stable, low-risk returns with long lock-in. Read More
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Adani’s wealth surge driven by strong performance of group stocks. Read More
Jumpin Heights has launched the Valley Rope Jump in Rishikesh, adding a new high-adrenaline experience to India’s adventure tourism offerings. Read More
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Kishangarh dumping yard transforms into a popular offbeat tourist spot.
Marble waste creates snow-like landscapes, attracting photographers and filmmakers. Read More
Kissimmee and Central Florida are adding a range of new attractions, dining options, festivals, and accommodation developments for spring 2026. Read More
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has officially christened Norwegian Luna, the latest addition to its fleet, marking a key milestone in the company’s expansion in the Caribbean cruise market. Read More
Prayagraj (UP), Apr 18 (PTI): The Allahabad High Court has dismissed habeas corpus petition moved by mother as non-maintainable observing that a father, being a natural guardian of a Hindu minor, cannot be said to illegally detain a child even if he Read More
New Delhi, Apr 18 (PTI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday expressed his grief at the death of former Rajya Sabha MP Balbir Punj, calling him a prolific writer, thinker and public intellectual who worked tirelessly to strengthen the BJP. Read More
Chandigarh, Apr 18 (PTI): Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia on Friday criticised the AAP government over the “widening” dearness allowance gap, saying while the Centre has increased DA to 60 per cent, Punjab still dolls ou Read More
PM Modi’s remarks came a day after the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill to increase the number of Lok Sabha seats to 816 and implement 33 per cent reservation for women in legislatures in 2029 was defeated in the Lower House. Read More
Strait of Hormuz
NEW DELHI: Indian-flagged ship Desh Garima, loaded with crude oil, crossed Strait of Hormuz on Saturday afternoon, while two others — Sanmar Herald and Jag Arnav — were fired at by Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Read More
Srinagar, Apr 18 (PTI): The Directorate of Census Operations, Jammu and Kashmir, and Ladakh on Saturday concluded a four-day training programme for master trainers for the Census 2027. Read More
Nainital, Apr 18 (PTI): The Uttarakhand High Court on Saturday directed authorities to shift a girl to Nari Niketan in Haldwani, and ordered the custody of her male companion while hearing a protection plea filed by the couple. Read More
New Delhi, Apr 18 (PTI): Opposition leaders slammed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Saturday address to the nation as politically motivated, lacking substance, and in violation of democratic norms, as it was delivered amid elections in several Read More
Mumbai, Apr 18 (PTI): Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Saturday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s address to the nation after the defeat of the Women’s Reservation Bill in the Lok Sabha is a strong rebuttal to the opp Read More
Leh violence (PTI image)
SRINAGAR: A large crowd gathered outside the district jail in Leh on Saturday to welcome the release of former Congress councillor Smanla Dorje Nurboo (36) and former Congress J&K MLA Deldan Namgail (47) aft Read More
Two girls die and three children are hospitalised in Ujjain after inhaling suspected pesticide fumes from stored wheat in a poorly ventilated room. Read More