A 30-year-old woman pursuing her PhD in Pune allegedly died by suicide at her home in Chinchwad on Saturday. Police said she left behind a note accusing her research guide of harassment and inappropriate behaviour
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav blamed BJP government policies for the violent protests by workers in Noida over wage demands, alleging that labourers are being neglected amid rising inflation
A bench comprising Justices M M Sundresh and N Kotiswar Singh granted the 77-year-old former Bihar chief minister exemption from appearing before the trial court during the proceedings
According to the Delhi Traffic Police, heavy congestion was reported along the Noida Link Road as protesters blocked routes near the Chilla Border, disrupting vehicles travelling from Delhi towards Noida
With the global oil crisis escalating amid the West Asia war, two supertankers carrying Iranian crude have reached Indian ports after nearly seven years, marking a significant shift amid global oil supply concerns
India is preparing to take a historic step toward women’s empowerment through a proposed reservation law. PM Narendra Modi called it one of the most significant decisions of the century, aimed at ensuring social justice and equal participation
The updated framework introduces a flatter compliance curve, reducing the earlier advantage for heavier vehicles while allowing slightly higher fuel consumption than previously planned
A workers’ protest in Noida turned violent as demonstrators clashed with police, vandalised property, and set vehicles on fire in Gautam Buddha Nagar. The protest escalated after demonstrators demanding a salary hike clashed with authorities and vandalised property outside a private company
The death toll in the Mathura boat capsize incident has risen to 13 after two more bodies were recovered on Sunday, officials said. The accident occurred on Friday when a tourist boat carrying over two dozen people, mostly from Punjab, struck a floating drum of a pontoon bridge and overturned near Kesi Ghat in Vrindavan
The accident took place between Chharad and Bhaskarpara villages near Lakhtar around 1.20 am when a group of foot pilgrims, travelling from Gadhka village in Rajkot towards Viramgam for temple darshan and a flag-hoisting ritual, was hit from behind by a dumper truck
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to convene an all-party meeting to discuss delimitation and related aspects before moving forward with the women’s reservation law
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing a rally in Siliguri, accused the Trinamool Congress (TMC) of being “anti-tribal, anti-women, and anti-youth” and alleged that its appeasement politics enabled divisive forces threatening the Siliguri Corridor. He also claimed the party stalled central development schemes in West Bengal
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to convene an all-party meeting to discuss delimitation and related aspects before moving forward with the women’s reservation law
13 April,2026 12:16 PM IST | New Delhi | AgenciesPrime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing a rally in Siliguri, accused the Trinamool Congress (TMC) of being “anti-tribal, anti-women, and anti-youth” and alleged that its appeasement politics enabled divisive forces threatening the Siliguri Corridor. He also claimed the party stalled central development schemes in West Bengal
13 April,2026 12:09 PM IST | Mumbai | AgenciesJammu and Kashmir Police, along with central agencies, detained several individuals from Haryana and Rajasthan for allegedly helping Lashkar-e-Taiba operatives procure fake identity documents
13 April,2026 12:03 PM IST | Srinagar | AgenciesUnion Home Minister Amit Shah will lead five campaign events and a roadshow in West Bengal as parties intensify outreach ahead of polls, amid a crucial Supreme Court hearing on voter eligibility
13 April,2026 11:13 AM IST | Kolkata | IANSPrime Minister Narendra Modi said interactions with party workers in Siliguri indicate growing support for the BJP in West Bengal, while criticising the ruling TMC government during his campaign visit
13 April,2026 11:12 AM IST | Siliguri | IANSADVERTISEMENT
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh attended the third edition of the Sansad Khel Mahakumbh in Lucknow, emphasising the rapid expansion of sports infrastructure across India. He highlighted that modern facilities are now reaching rural and remote areas, and credited Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath for investing heavily in sports development (Pics/PTI)
A heatwave alert has been issued across Maharashtra, with temperatures expected to rise by 2–3°C in the coming days. Central and Vidarbha regions are likely to see extreme heat, while Mumbai faces hot and humid conditions
13 April,2026 10:07 AM IST | Pune | Archana Dahiwal
Indian equity markets are likely to open sharply lower after Donald Trump announced a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, pushing investors into a risk-off mode amid the escalating West Asia War
13 April,2026 10:06 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Congress leader Salman Khurshid urged continued dialogue and peace after talks between the United States and Iran ended in a deadlock; here is more about what he said
13 April,2026 09:08 AM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
A passenger bus travelling on the Yamuna Expressway overturned in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh after the driver lost control, leaving around a dozen passengers injured, some critically
13 April,2026 08:24 AM IST | Mathura | ANI
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Legendary singer Asha Bhosle has passed away at the age of 92, marking the end of an era in Indian music. Born into the iconic Mangeshkar family in 1933, Asha Bhosle carved out a legacy that went far beyond lineage, becoming one of the most versatile and celebrated voices in the history of Bollywood. Her son, Anand Bhosle, confirmed the news on Sunday afternoon. From recording her first film song in 1943 to delivering timeless classics like “Dil Cheez Kya Hai” and “Mera Kuch Saamaan”, Asha Bhosle’s career spanned decades of musical evolution. Her voice brought life to countless compositions, earning her multiple Filmfare Awards and National Honors, and cementing her place as a global cultural icon. WATCH
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