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Shillong, April 7: Dempo Sports Club produced a clinical performance to secure their first win of the (IFL) 2025-26 season, defeating Shillong Lajong FC 3-0 at the PJN Stadium on Tuesday. Despite enjoying the lion's share of possession, Shillong Lajong struggled to make it count in the final third, coming up against a well-organised Dempo side that combined defensive discipline with sharp finishing. The hosts wasted little time in asserting control. Samir Naik's men began brightly and found th ...Read More >
New Delhi, April 7: The Indian senior women's hockey team will tour Argentina for a four-match series, set to be held at the CeNARD in Buenos Aires from April 13 to 17. Indian team will play its matches on April 13, 14, 16, and 17 at Argentina's National Centre of High Performance Athletics (also known as CeNARD). India and Argentina have enjoyed competitive encounters in recent years, including a thrilling 2-2 draw decided by shootout in the FIH Pro League 2024-25 last June. This upcoming to ...Read More >
Mumbai, April 7: Stock market benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty ended higher on Tuesday, as a drop in crude oil prices and a rally in global markets calmed investors' sentiment. Also, buying in IT stocks aided recovery in the markets after early losses. The 30-share BSE Sensex jumped 509.73 points, or 0.69 per cent, to settle at 74,616.58. During the day, it hit a high of 74,686.32 and a low of 73,282.41, gyrating 1,403.91 points. The 50-share NSE Nifty climbed 155.40 points, or 0.68 per cent ...Read More >
Mumbai, April 7: The rupee depreciated 16 paise to close at 93.06 against the US dollar on Tuesday, as investors remained on edge ahead of US President Donald Trump's deadline for the opening of the Strait of Hormuz and the Reserve Bank's monetary policy review. Forex traders said the USD/INR pair is trading under pressure, dragged down by unabated withdrawal of foreign capital, a firm dollar, and higher crude oil prices amid a volatile geopolitical situation. Moreover, market participants wil ...Read More >
NEW DELHI, April 7: The Election Commission may roll out the third and final phase of special intensive revision of voters' list in the remaining 22 states and Union territories, including Delhi, after the polls to five assemblies this month, officials said. Assembly elections are taking place in Kerala, Assam, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu and West Bengal this month and counting will take place on May 4. The officials said special intensive revision (SIR) could be rolled out after the polls conclude ...Read More >
NEW DELHI, April 7: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will host his Bangladeshi counterpart Khalilur Rahman on Wednesday for wide-ranging talks in a significant initiative to repair the bilateral ties following an over 18-month period of heightened diplomatic tension. Rahman's three-day trip to New Delhi from Tuesday is the first high-level visit by a senior member of the new Bangladesh Nationalist Party government led by Prime Minister Tarique Rahman.The relations between India and Bangla ...Read More >
Guwahati, April 7: Yashasvi Jaiswal and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi turned a rain-curtailed IPL match into a fireworks show as Rajasthan Royals registered a commanding 27-run win over Mumbai Indians here on Tuesday. Rajasthan amassed an imposing 150 for 3 in 11 overs, riding on Jaiswal's unbeaten 32-ball 77 and Sooryavanshi's explosive 39 after being sent in to bat. The opening pair laid the foundation with a rapid 80-run stand, peppering the boundary with a flurry of strokes, including nine sixes be ...Read More >
New Delhi, April 7: Indian cricketer Devdutt Padikkal has admitted that returning to Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 proved to be a turning point in his career, as it gave him clarity about the kind of cricket he wanted to play. In 2025, Padikkal played a crucial role at the top of the order for RCB, scoring 247 runs in 10 matches at an impressive strike rate of 150.61. In 2026, he scored 111 runs in just two games at a strike rate of 201.82. "I feel t ...Read More >
New Delhi, April 7: Delhi Capitals have won their first two games without Mitchell Starc but bowling coach Munaf Patel wants his pace spearhead to link up with the squad at the earliest as there is "no bigger bowler than him in the IPL". With what Starc brings to the table, former India pacer Munaf said the Australian can only be compared to Jasprit Bumrah. Starc is yet to get the NOC from Cricket Australia and is nursing a shoulder injury. Speaking to reporters ahead of the game against Guja ...Read More >
Kolkata, April 7: Amid growing criticism over his batting approach, IPL side Kolkata Knight Riders captain Ajinkya Rahane on Tuesday asserted that he has always been an "instinctive and attacking player", highlighting the hard work behind his evolution in the shortest format. Rahane has scored 67 (off 40 balls), 8 (10 balls) and 8 not out (6 balls) in KKR's three outings against Mumbai Indians, Sunrisers Hyderabad and Punjab Kings respectively so far this IPL season.After the SRH game, Rahane h ...Read More >
SHILLONG/TURA, April 7: From a barber's modest home in Tura to the remote borders of Mahendraganj, this year's MBoSE SSLC toppers have shattered the myth that academic excellence is a luxury of the Shillong elite, proving that grit and digital self-learning are the new equalisers in Meghalaya's education landscape. The merit list reveals a significant shift in the state's academic geography. Vishal Kumar, who secured the second rank from Embee Rosebud School in Tura, serves as the face of this ...Read More >
SHILLONG, April 7: Khliehriat MLA Kyrmen Shylla has called for a "livelihood-oriented" approach to coal mining in Meghalaya, urging the government to establish clear regulations that protect both the environment and the communities dependent on the sector. Responding to the recent public rally held by the Jaintia Coal Miners and Dealers Association, Shylla stated that the high turnout reflects the urgency of the issue. He noted that coal remains the economic backbone for many households in the ...Read More >
SHILLONG, April 7: Several toppers of this year's MBoSE SSLC examination have highlighted the growing influence of the internet and social media on students, stressing the need for responsible usage and self-discipline. Nathaniel Mantri Laloo of Seven Set Higher Secondary School said that while the internet can be "dangerous, especially for teenagers," its impact depends on how it is used. He said that he uses the internet for educational purposes, including following news and scientific conte ...Read More >
KHLIEHRIAT/SHILLONG, April 7: Thousands of East Jaintia Hills residents poured on to the streets in a massive public rally on Tuesday, demanding the resumption of coal mining activities banned since 2014. From daily wage earners to business owners, residents of the region largely depend on coal-related activities for their livelihood. The rally and public meeting, organised by the Jaintia Coal Miners and Dealers Association (JCMADA), was held under the theme "Regulating Traditional Mining into ...Read More >
Chennai, April 6: Unbeaten in their last three games, Chennaiyin FC will be eyeing full points against debutants Inter Kashi in what will be the first ever meeting between the two teams in the Indian Super League here on Tuesday. Chennaiyin head into the clash on the back of a hard-fought draw against unbeaten FC Goa, a game in which they led until the 88th minute. Reflecting on his side's recent upturn in form, head coach Clifford Miranda offered a measured assessment of their performance. "W ...Read More >
New Delhi, April 6: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has asked Pakistan to eliminate, at the earliest, distortions in the pricing of petroleum products due to the subsidy extended by the federal government to consumers amid the surge in global prices triggered by the Iran war, local media reports said on Monday. A senior government official has confirmed that the IMF remains concerned about existing distortions, particularly in diesel pricing, and is pushing for their early removal, the Da ...Read More >
New Delhi, April 6: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday said fiscal prudence has given the government enough room to push capex and support sectors impacted by the West Asia crisis. Besides, she said the Reserve Bank can go in for further rate cut to deal with the emerging situation. Highlighting the importance of a good public finance policy in challenging times, the Finance Minister said, it improves the counter-cyclical capacity , especially the ability to 'lean against the wind' ...Read More >
New Delhi, April 6: The government on Monday said there is no "unusual volatility" in prices of essential commodities on account of the West Asia crisis, and it is continuously monitoring the rates in wholesale and retail markets across the country. The Centre said it has sufficient stocks of wheat and rice to meet the requirements of the public distribution system (PDS) and also any exigencies. It has also asked states to crack down on hoarding and black marketing of essential food items. Whea ...Read More >
Mumbai, April 6: The rupee gained 28 paise to close at 92.90 against the US dollar on Monday, following the Reserve Bank's measures to curb speculative fervour and dampen volatility in the Indian currency. Forex traders said that though the RBI measures are rupee-positive, unabated withdrawal of foreign capital, a firm dollar, and higher crude oil prices amid a volatile geopolitical situation continue to put pressure on the rupee. The RBI tightened its rules to curb speculative positions and c ...Read More >
New Delhi, April 6: The army on Monday unveiled a key "technology roadmap" outlining technical and operational requirements in the domain of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and loitering munitions, a move that comes amid the changing nature of warfare as seen in various conflicts. The nearly 50-page document, intended for industry and academia, details 30 types of UAS and loitering munitions across five categories, translating into nearly 80 variants, a senior officer said. The categories are sur ...Read More >
NEW DELHI, April 6: A chorus of support has emerged from across the country for the Women's Reservation Bill, with political leaders and public figures asserting that the proposed legislation will significantly enhance women's participation in governance and decision-making, while also addressing societal needs from a more inclusive perspective. Speaking to IANS in Lucknow, former IPS officer and former Lieutenant Governor of Puducherry, Kiran Bedi, highlighted the transformative potential of t ...Read More >
NEW DELHI, April 6: In a major security breach at the Delhi Assembly, a masked man drove an SUV through one of the boundary gates and placed a flower bouquet in the Speaker's vehicle parked on the porch before fleeing, triggering a high alert on Monday afternoon. Police later detained three people, including the driver, and seized the vehicle from north Delhi. Nothing suspicious was found on the Assembly premises after multiple police teams, along with a bomb disposal squad, conducted a thoroug ...Read More >
NEW DELHI, April 6: India will look to make the most of familiar conditions and home support when the Asia-Oceania Group I ties of the Billie Jean King Cup begin at the DLTA Complex on Tuesday, with promotion to the 2026 play-offs firmly on their radar. However, the home challenge has suffered a dent with the withdrawal of talented Shrivalli Bhamidipaty. Placed alongside Indonesia, Korea, Mongolia, New Zealand and Thailand, the hosts face a stiff challenge in a tightly-contested field where on ...Read More >
GUWAHATI, April 6: Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday claimed that the Congress' media conference on Sunday accusing his wife of holding "multiple foreign passports", had a Pakistan link. "The Pakistani link to the media conference has become very apparent. The entire material of the media conference by the Congress was taken from a Pakistani social media group," Sarma informed mediapersons here, while making a point-by-point rebuttal of Congress leader Pawan Khera's allegations ...Read More >
New Delhi, April 6: The government on Monday said that 16 Indian-flagged vessels with 433 Indian seafarers remain in the western Persian Gulf region, as in the past two days, two LPG vessels, Green Sanvi and Green Asha, safely crossed the Strait of Hormuz. The Directorate General of Shipping (DG Shipping) continues close monitoring in coordination with ship owners, RPSL agencies and Indian Missions, according to an official statement after the inter-ministerial briefing on West Asia. "DG Shippi ...Read More >
Kolkata, April 5: A beleaguered and increasingly rudderless Kolkata Knight Riders will need a strong turnaround to halt their poor start when they face an in-form Punjab Kings in their IPL clash here on Monday. The three-time champions may point to the absence of frontline pacers Mustafizur Rahman, Harshit Rana, Akash Deep and Matheesha Pathirana for their early struggles, but the larger issue lies in a flawed team strategy that has left them staring at a third successive defeat. The decision ...Read More >
Kolkata, April 5: Kolkata Knight Riders' high-profile acquisition Cameron Green has resumed bowling in the nets and is "not far away" from doing so in an IPL match, bowling coach Tim Southee said on Sunday. The Australian all-format all-rounder, IPL's costliest overseas buy at Rs 25.20-crore, has not bowled so far in the season as Cricket Australia monitors his workload post his back surgery."Yeah, Green's been bowling well, tracking his rehab and getting himself back to being able to bowl in g ...Read More >
Kolkata, April 5: Yet to open their account, embattled Kolkata Knight Riders could face an added challenge from the rain gods when they take on Punjab Kings in their IPL clash here on Monday. According to the IMD weather bulletin, there is a high likelihood of rain impacting the match, which could also turn into a truncated affair. With their match against Lucknow Super Giants next here -- a game that too carries a rain forecast -- weather could further compound KKR's early-season worries.Inci ...Read More >
New Delhi, April 5: South Africa fast-bowling great Dale Steyn is impressed by Tushar Deshpande's performance this IPL season, saying the Rajasthan Royals seamer's composure and execution in the final over against Gujarat Titans must attract the national selectors' attention. Deshpande has started the 2026 IPL season strongly for the Rajasthan Royals, delivering a match-winning performance against the Gujarat Titans by defending 10 runs in the final over in Ahmedabad on Saturday. On how Deshpa ...Read More >
Kolkata, April 5: Vijaykumar Vyshak's stock is rising in the Indian Premier League and to remain relevant in a highly scrutinised environment, the Punjab Kings pacer wants to consistently hit 150 kmph mark besides adding to his variations. With five wickets in two games, Vyshak has already been more productive than the four wickets in five games he managed last season. He began his IPL journey with RCB in 2023 before moving to Punjab Kings.The 29-year-old from Karnataka has impressed with his w ...Read More >
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