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NEW DELHI: A Gujarat-based deep-tech drone company has delivered "hundreds of kamikaze (suicide or self-destruct) drones" to Indian Army as part of a Rs 10 crore contract with the defence ministry.The contract with Surat-based InsideFPV was signed last Dec, and the consignment of drones was sent to the Army within a two-month timeframe via emergency procurement route. The exact number of drones delivered to Army's Northern Command was not disclosed by the company for security reasons.Recognised ...Read More >
MUMBAI: In Yashasvi Jaiswal, India has a truly world-class cricketer. A batter, equipped to do well in all conditions, against all kinds of bowling attacks. Three years into international cricket, there has been no visible chink in his game. However, despite great success in Test cricket, he hasn't quite had the opportunities in white-ball cricket. Compared to the 28 Tests he has played, the left-hander has just 4 ODIs and 23 T20Is to show. This, of course, isn't about his talent alone but also ...Read More >
Bengaluru: Amazon is preparing to scale down its 4-24 hour grocery delivery service, Amazon Fresh, in several major Indian cities as it sharpens focus on its quick commerce offering, AmazonNow, according to a UBS Global Research report.The transition is expected to play out across 10-15 large urban markets where AmazonNow is being expanded, effectively replacing Amazon Fresh in these locations, the report said.The move underscores Amazon's shift towards faster fulfillment models, as competition ...Read More >
Constituency-wise, the highest polling percentage till 9 am was seen in Thripunithura with 20.59 per cent, according to EC data. The ruling LDF is fighting to retain power and secure a third consecutive term, banking on CM Pinarayi Vijayan's model of governance and welfare. The Congress-led UDF is vying to regain power, seeking to end a decade of left rule in the state. Amidst this traditionally bipolar contest, the BJP-led NDA is looking to disrupt the duopoly of LDF and UDF and aims to trans ...Read More >
If the first "Vaazha" gave Malayalam audiences a breath of fresh, youth‑led comedy, "Vaazha 2: Biopic of a Billion Bros" has just proved it wasn't a one‑time fluke. Hashir's return as the lead, alongside the familiar brother‑hood vibe and the director's self‑aware, meme‑friendly tone, has turned the sequel into a box‑office juggernaut, with worldwide earnings already crossing Rs 80 crore in just five days. For a broader, official‑style context on how regional Indian films fit into ...Read More >
India imports 50 per cent of its LNG stocks from the international market. New Delhi: Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri is on a two-day visit to Qatar today and tomorrow amid concerns over energy supplies triggered by the Iran war. Why his visit matters India imports 50 per cent of its LNG stocks from the international market, oil economist Kirit Parikh said. Out of this, 40 per cent stocks are sourced from Qatar. However, much of India's imports have been severely ...Read More >
The counting of votes will take place on May 4 Chennai: The NDA is hoping for a second straight term in Puducherry, where 30 seats are up for election today. The pitch, though, has been queered by the entry of the fledgling TVK, which has set up multi-cornered contests in many seats. Here are 10 points on Puducherry elections * The constituents of the ruling NDA in Puducherry are the AINRC (All India NR Congress), BJP, the AIADMK, and the LJK (Latchiya Jananayaka Katchi). The Opposition INDI ...Read More >
Yo Yo Honey Singh's concert took place in Mumbai on March 28, 2026, and a video from the concert went viral on social media, in which a female fan with a valid ticket was not allowed to enter the venue, and she tried to climb over the gate. Now, the girl who was in the video has shared a clarification on Instagram. Read on to know more... Yo Yo Honey Singh's concert took place in Mumbai on March 28, 2026, at the MMRDA Grounds. Many videos went viral on social media in which fans of the singer w ...Read More >
Gujarat-cadre IPS officer Manoj Ninama seeking voluntary retirement from service or VRS just weeks ahead of his superannuation on May 31, has fueled speculation that he might be contesting the upcoming local body polls from his native district of Aravalli. Ninama, who was to retire on May 31, was relieved from service at the end of the working day of April 7. A DIG-rank officer, Ninama, 59, who hails from Shamlaji in Aravalli, and belongs to the Scheduled Tribes community, is known to be close ...Read More >
India's petroleum sector remains well supplied with LPG and crude inventories even amid the current geopolitical uncertainties, said Sujata Sharma, Joint Secretary in the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas. Addressing a press conference on Thursday, Sharma said, "As you are aware, LPG supply has been affected due to the present geopolitical situation, and nearly 60% of the country's LPG requirement is met through imports. In view of this, domestic consumers have been prioritised, and 100% su ...Read More >
During a campaign event, tensions flared as DMK's Udhayanidhi Stalin took aim at Edappadi K Palaniswami for his critical remarks regarding Chief Minister M K Stalin. Udhayanidhi accused Palaniswami of engaging in slander and fixating on him and his father rather than addressing pressing issues. He brought up an old image of Palaniswami, perhaps to highlight his changing narratives. Chennai, DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin on Thursday flayed Edappadi K Palaniswami for his "pandemic remark" targeti ...Read More >
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday referred to chief minister Mamata Banerjee's loss in Nandigram in the 2021 West Bengal assembly elections and said the same would be repeated in Bhabanipur, her constituency in Kolkata, and the rest of the state on the cusp of change after 15 years of Trinamool Congress (TMC) rule. "Nandigram in East Midnapore showed the path for change five years ago. Now, the entire West Bengal has started walking in that direction. The feat, which Nandigram achieved f ...Read More >
Voting was underway for Assembly by-elections in Karnataka's Davangere South and Bagalkot constituencies, Koridang constituency in Nagaland, and Dharmanagar constituency in Tripura on Thursday, April 9. According to early polling trends, as of 11:00 am, Koridang (28) in Nagaland recorded a strong 41.06% turnout, the highest among all constituencies reported so far. It is followed by Dharmanagar in Tripura at 33.51%. In Karnataka, the Bagalkot seat has seen 27.83% of voters head to the polls, wh ...Read More >
Rashid Khan hints he may skip Afghanistan's June Test vs India, citing doctors advice to avoid red ball cricket after back surgery, preferring to focus on white ball formats. Senior Afghanistan spinner Rashid Khan hinted that he could skip the one-off Test against India in June. Speaking at an IPL press conference after his Player of the Match performance for the Gujarat Titans against the Delhi Capitals on Thursday (April 9), Rashid said he wants to 'take it easy' amid his long-standing back i ...Read More >
In one image, Prabhas and Sandeep Reddy are seen inside a dimly lit movie theatre, seemingly engrossed in the screening of Dhurandhar 2. Prabhas is dressed in a relaxed all-black outfit and is seen standing near the aisle with one hand on his back, wearing a faint smile. Sandeep Reddy is seen beside him. For the outing, he kept things casual in a blue printed shirt and light-coloured trousers. "I want Spirit to be a good action movie like Dhurandhar," one fan wrote, with another writing, "My H ...Read More >
Punjab Kings' Prabhsimran Singh champions the IPL's Impact Player rule as a game-changer for young cricketers, offering them crucial opportunities to shine and develop their skills on a prominent stage. IMAGE: Punjab Kings' Prabhsimran SIngh has in the past couple of seasons established himself as their go-to opener for a blazing start. Photograph: BCCI Key Points Prabhsimran Singh believes the 'Impact Sub' rule provides invaluable opportunities for young players in the IPL. He consciously trie ...Read More >
Rashmika Mandanna Father Gift: Rashmika Mandanna celebrated her 30th birthday with a significant family gift: a bungalow named 'Serenity' near her hometown. This milestone follows her recent wedding to Vijay Deverakonda, marking a new chapter. The celebrations in Virajpet included traditional Kodava customs and community outreach. Rashmika Mandanna marked her 30th birthday with an emotional family celebration after receiving a heartfelt gift from her father, a bungalow named "Serenity", The Tim ...Read More >
The Financial Intelligence Unit-India and the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre have signed an agreement to improve information sharing and combat cyber frauds. The MoU aims to enhance fraud detection and prevention protocols and facilitate the development of guidelines for financial institutions. This marks a new era of intelligence sharing in India. The Financial Intelligence Unit-India (FIU-IND) and the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) have formalized an agreement to bolster ...Read More >
The successful PoCs demonstrated that contactless, biometric-enabled international travel is already achievable with digital identity replacing paper documentation. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has unveiled promising results from recent digital identity Proofs of Concept (PoCs), demonstrating that the future of international travel is on the brink of a significant transformation. Conducted with the collaboration of airlines, airports, technology providers, and governmenta ...Read More >
Panic swept through Chandigarh and parts of Punjab on Monday morning after several schools, the Punjab and Haryana secretariat, and the Ferozepur district court received bomb threats via email. The threats, purportedly sent by an outfit called Khalistan National Army, triggered evacuations and search operations by bomb disposal and dog squads. In Chandigarh, three major educational institutions -- St Stephen's School in Sector 45, Ryan International School in Sector 49, and Shivalik Public Scho ...Read More >
PAKISTAN HAS issued around 2,800 visas to Indian nationals for the annual Baisakhi pilgrimage this year, which starts on April 10. Last year, around 6,500 Indians got to visit various gurdwaras in Pakistan for the 10-day pilgrimage. This is the first Baisakhi pilgrimage which will be held post the Pahalgam terror attack of April 2025 and Operation Sindoor in May. In a statement posted on X, the Pakistan High Commission in New Delhi on Tuesday said, "On the occasion of Baisakhi festival, the Pa ...Read More >
Damon Albarn and Jamie Hewlett, along with a revolving myriad of other band members, will visit India in 2027 in support of the latest album, The Mountain, which was largely recorded in the country. The 'Clint Eastwood' rockers have announced one show at District Arena at Terraform in Bengaluru on January 23rd, which has a capacity of between 17,000 and 20,000 people. After this display, they will travel to Mumbai, where they will host a show at Jio World Garden in the Bandra Kurla Complex on ...Read More >
Royal Enfield Flying Flea C6 Royal Enfield launched its first electric motorcycle, named the Flying Flea C6, in India at a starting price of Rs 2.79 lakh (ex-showroom). With battery-as-a-Service (BaaS), the electric motorcycle costs Rs 1.99 lakh (ex-showroom). This launch represents a significant advancement in the company's entry into the electric vehicle segment. Moreover, this event will pave the way for the future electric motorcycles that the brand has already announced. Flying Flea C6: R ...Read More >
Principal Secretary-2 to the PM, Shaktikanta Das, highlights India's 7.8% average GDP growth as a blueprint for navigating global volatility. With global risks tilted to the downside due to frequent geopolitical shocks, India's experience offers a model of navigating volatility through structural reforms, policy discipline, and innovation, Principal Secretary-2 to the Prime Minister of India Shaktikanta Das said on Thursday. The global economy has been grappling with persistent shocks, includi ...Read More >
David Miller has suddenly become the talking point after a moment many have labelled a brainfade, though it could just as easily have been a calculated call given how well he was striking the ball against the Gujarat Titans. The left-hander looked in complete control, taking on his former side with clean hitting, but the final two deliveries flipped the narrative entirely and ended in a stunning anticlimax. With two needed off two, Miller turned down a single, pushing the contest into a tense l ...Read More >
Deputy Commissioner of Police Shavya Goyal said the accused posed as technical support agents and threatened their targets with claims of hacking and data theft to extort money. The police identified the four as Mohd Bilal, 26, Dev Kapahi, 25, and Kushagra Nimbekar, 24, all residents of Delhi, and Abhishek Mukheja, 27, a resident of Rajasthan's Alwar district. "They ran paid advertisements on the internet and social media platforms under the guise of 'Tech Support', displaying toll-free number ...Read More >
Gurugram, Haryana, India (NewsVoir) In Vietnam, EVs have quietly moved from fringe to mainstream. At the center is VinFast, building not just vehicles but the full system that makes electric mobility practical, affordable, and increasingly hard to ignore. There was a point in time when electric vehicles weren't just a relative novelty, but were actually a preferred choice, at least in the U.S., where they first gained traction. Even back in the 1990s, people were already aware of the benefits o ...Read More >
Lucknow, Expressing deep concern over the damage caused to rabi crops due to unseasonal rains, hailstorms, and incidents of fire in some areas, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday directed officials to ensure immediate compensation for farmers. Chairing a high-level review meeting in the morning, the chief minister said, "It is natural for farmers to feel worried in such adverse circumstances, and the state government stands firmly with them with full commitment," accordin ...Read More >
Khera approached the high court seeking anticipatory bail before single judge justice K Sujana, arguing that no arrest was warranted in what was, "at the highest", a case of alleged defamation, and accusing Sarma of using the state police to harass and intimidate him. Senior counsel Abhishek Manu Singhvi, appearing for Khera, told the court that the Assam CM was acting with political vendetta and, in sending his state police after Khera, was behaving like a "constitutional cowboy" who could "pu ...Read More >
NDA leaders aware of the matter said that legislators have been asked to be in the state capital at a short notice. "The dates are not yet final but it may happen any day after April 10," said a JD(U) legislator. The BJP state president, Sanjay Saraogi, denied that any dates have been finalised for the NDA meeting. "No dates have been finalised. There is no development on this count," he said. A senior JD(U) leader said that CM Kumar, who would leave for New Delhi on April 9, will return to th ...Read More >
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