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Women’s reservation bill fails floor test in Lok Sabha as NDA falls short of two-thirds majority
NEW DELHI: The women’s reservation bill was defeated in the Lok Sabha on Friday, as it failed to secure the required two-thirds majority after two days of intense debate over the bill and the proposed delimitation exercise. Read More
‘Halt proceedings for an hour’: Amit Shah’s proposal to oppn on Delimitaton Bill; Akhilesh hits back with ‘woman PM’ remark
Amit Shah and Akhilesh Yadav
NEW DELHI: Union home minister Amit Shah on Friday suggested that Lok Sabha proceedings be paused for an hour so he could bring an official amendment that there would be a 50% increase in the number of Read More
5 Ways To Reduce Your AC Bill. You Could Be Doing This One Thing Wrong
AC bills rise due to common usage mistakes. Learn 5 simple ways to cut cooling costs and avoid setting your AC to lowest temperature for cooling. Read More
Voting On Women’s Bill Begins In Lok Sabha: Amit Shah Rejects North-South Divide – Key Highlights
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Home Minister Amit Shah criticized Congress for past delimitation freezes.
He refuted opposition’s North-South divide narrative for political gain. Read More
Sunny teams up with Farhan’s production house
Sunny Deol stars in Excel Entertainment’s new film with Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar. Jyotika plays a key role. It’s an action thriller directed by debutant Balaji Ganesh, co-directed previously for A.R. Murugadoss. Read More
Vipul Amrutlal Shah wins 2009 cheque bounce case linked to London Dreams
Filmmaker Vipul Amrutlal Shah has secured a legal victory in a long-standing cheque dishonour case linked to his 2009 film London Dreams. Read More
Viral AI video shows Rakesh Bedi’s character telling his big secret to Yalina
Aditya Dhar’s ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’ has been on a record-breaking run ever since its release on March 19, emerging as a major box office success. Read More
Alia breaks down in tears at Shaheen engagement to Ishaan Mehra
Alia Bhatt is thrilled by sister Shaheen Bhatt’s engagement to ex-swimmer Ishaan Mehra, shared via Instagram proposal pic: “We may have overdone this whole liking each other thing.” Alia reposted tearfully, “Currently weeping. Read More
Rajkummar gushes over wife emotional shift post-motherhood
Rajkummar Rao recently spoke about observing his wife, actress Patralekhaa, transform emotionally after becoming a mother. He described it as a stunning, heartfelt chapter that revealed a new side of her. Read More
Gautam Adani Overtakes Mukesh Ambani Again To Become Asia’s Richest, Here’s What Changed
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Gautam Adani now Asia’s richest person, surpassing Mukesh Ambani.
Adani’s wealth surge driven by strong performance of group stocks. Read More
War Costs Hit India Inc: From FMCG To Fertilisers, Input Prices Surge Up To 70%
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Energy and currency pressures strain corporate margins and plans. Read More
Gold Silver Rate Today (April 17): Prices Remain Volatile, Check Current Rates Across Major Cities In India
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Gold futures saw minor gains, supported by dollar weakness.
Easing geopolitical tensions offered some market support. Read More
Dalal Streets End Higher As Sensex Rose Over 500 Points, Nifty Tested 24,300
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Indian benchmark indices closed higher, driven by FMCG and oil stocks.
Investor sentiment improved due to positive geopolitical developments. Read More
BYD Price Hike Alert: EV Giant To Raise Prices Up To Rs 1 Lakh From May. Here’s The Reason Why
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BYD India to increase all EV prices May 1.
Price hike ranges 2-3%, affecting entire model line.
Global supply chain issues, Hormuz Strait instability cited. Read More
Kishangarh Dumping Yard Turns Tourist Spot: Stunning Views Hide Serious Health Concerns
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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 adds attractions, dining experiences and accommodation projects for spring 2026
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 christens its newest vessel ‘Luna’, expands Caribbean sailings
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
Disneyland Paris unveils Disney Adventure World and opens World of Frozen
Disneyland Paris has entered a new phase of expansion with the opening of World of Frozen and the unveiling of its reimagined second park, now named Disney Adventure World. Read More
Women’s reservation bill fails floor test in Lok Sabha as NDA falls short of two-thirds majority
NEW DELHI: The women’s reservation bill was defeated in the Lok Sabha on Friday, as it failed to secure the required two-thirds majority after two days of intense debate over the bill and the proposed delimitation exercise. Read More
‘Halt proceedings for an hour’: Amit Shah’s proposal to oppn on Delimitaton Bill; Akhilesh hits back with ‘woman PM’ remark
Amit Shah and Akhilesh Yadav
NEW DELHI: Union home minister Amit Shah on Friday suggested that Lok Sabha proceedings be paused for an hour so he could bring an official amendment that there would be a 50% increase in the number of Read More
5 Ways To Reduce Your AC Bill. You Could Be Doing This One Thing Wrong
AC bills rise due to common usage mistakes. Learn 5 simple ways to cut cooling costs and avoid setting your AC to lowest temperature for cooling. Read More
Voting On Women’s Bill Begins In Lok Sabha: Amit Shah Rejects North-South Divide – Key Highlights
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
Home Minister Amit Shah criticized Congress for past delimitation freezes.
He refuted opposition’s North-South divide narrative for political gain. Read More
Sunny teams up with Farhan’s production house
Sunny Deol stars in Excel Entertainment’s new film with Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar. Jyotika plays a key role. It’s an action thriller directed by debutant Balaji Ganesh, co-directed previously for A.R. Murugadoss. Read More
Vipul Amrutlal Shah wins 2009 cheque bounce case linked to London Dreams
Filmmaker Vipul Amrutlal Shah has secured a legal victory in a long-standing cheque dishonour case linked to his 2009 film London Dreams. Read More
Viral AI video shows Rakesh Bedi’s character telling his big secret to Yalina
Aditya Dhar’s ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’ has been on a record-breaking run ever since its release on March 19, emerging as a major box office success. Read More
Alia breaks down in tears at Shaheen engagement to Ishaan Mehra
Alia Bhatt is thrilled by sister Shaheen Bhatt’s engagement to ex-swimmer Ishaan Mehra, shared via Instagram proposal pic: “We may have overdone this whole liking each other thing.” Alia reposted tearfully, “Currently weeping. Read More
Rajkummar gushes over wife emotional shift post-motherhood
Rajkummar Rao recently spoke about observing his wife, actress Patralekhaa, transform emotionally after becoming a mother. He described it as a stunning, heartfelt chapter that revealed a new side of her. Read More
Gautam Adani Overtakes Mukesh Ambani Again To Become Asia’s Richest, Here’s What Changed
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
Gautam Adani now Asia’s richest person, surpassing Mukesh Ambani.
Adani’s wealth surge driven by strong performance of group stocks. Read More
War Costs Hit India Inc: From FMCG To Fertilisers, Input Prices Surge Up To 70%
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
Energy and currency pressures strain corporate margins and plans. Read More
Gold Silver Rate Today (April 17): Prices Remain Volatile, Check Current Rates Across Major Cities In India
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
Gold futures saw minor gains, supported by dollar weakness.
Easing geopolitical tensions offered some market support. Read More
Dalal Streets End Higher As Sensex Rose Over 500 Points, Nifty Tested 24,300
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
Indian benchmark indices closed higher, driven by FMCG and oil stocks.
Investor sentiment improved due to positive geopolitical developments. Read More
BYD Price Hike Alert: EV Giant To Raise Prices Up To Rs 1 Lakh From May. Here’s The Reason Why
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
BYD India to increase all EV prices May 1.
Price hike ranges 2-3%, affecting entire model line.
Global supply chain issues, Hormuz Strait instability cited. Read More
Kishangarh Dumping Yard Turns Tourist Spot: Stunning Views Hide Serious Health Concerns
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
Kishangarh dumping yard transforms into a popular offbeat tourist spot.
Marble waste creates snow-like landscapes, attracting photographers and filmmakers. Read More
Kissimmee adds attractions, dining experiences and accommodation projects for spring 2026
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 christens its newest vessel ‘Luna’, expands Caribbean sailings
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
Disneyland Paris unveils Disney Adventure World and opens World of Frozen
Disneyland Paris has entered a new phase of expansion with the opening of World of Frozen and the unveiling of its reimagined second park, now named Disney Adventure World. Read More
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