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IndiaApril 28, 2026

‘What delulu!’: Ashneer Grover slams Zoho’s Sridhar Vembu’s plea for US NRIs to return, cites rising temperatures

Entrepreneur and former Shark Tank India judge Ashneer Grover reacted to Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu’s X post, in which Vembu urged Indian professionals in the United States to return home. ” His message came at a time of growing anti-immigrant sentiment in some countries and reignited debate around reverse migration and national responsibility.

IndiaApril 28, 2026

BJP leader exposes Pune ‘water ATMs’: Lab tests reveal Rs 1/litre water is unfit for drinking

Lab results obtained by BJP leader Sandeep Khardekar show the water lacks essential disinfection, making it unfit for consumption (Express photo). The practice has sparked significant health concerns for local residents, particularly students, who rely on these machines for affordable drinking water. There is no accounting for how many tanker trips take place from the refilling point, leading to civic loss,” said Khardekar.

WorldApril 28, 2026

World Cup no longer just about football: Digital nomads invade Mexico

Although Mexico will host only 13 of the 104 matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, cities such as Mexico City, Guadalajara and Monterrey have become centres of attraction for digital nomadism, a phenomenon driven by the tournament that is transforming their urban dynamics. This shift responds to a growing global trend: according to various studies, more than 60% of professionals aspire to adopt a flexible lifestyle based on remote working. It is estimated that the economic impact linked to the World Cup will reach billions of dollars in the host cities, with a significant part coming from this new type of traveller.

IndiaApril 28, 2026

MAH MBA CET 2026: Second attempt schedule out

  (Express Photo by Tashi Tobgyal/ representative) The State Common Entrance Test Cell (CET Cell), Maharashtra, has announced the date for the second attempt of the MAH MBA/MMS CET 2026 examination.   Special registration window had opened In a move that preceded this exam date announcement, the CET Cell had opened a special one-day registration window on April 24, 2026, allowing candidates who missed the original deadline to enrol for the second attempt.

IndiaApril 28, 2026

Metro relief for Pune’s Hinjewadi IT hub: check list of 12 stations on Line 3 opening by June 15

Chaudhari said the metro line would start operations in phases, with the first phase starting by June 15, covering 12 stations from the Hinjewadi side. Puneri Metro is the first public-private partnership-based metro project approved in the country.

BusinessApril 28, 2026

Russia Bet Backfires for Mali as Rebels Retake Key Desert Town | Today News

Insurgents recaptured a Malian town that had become a symbol of Russia’s promise to deliver security where Western forces had failed. Africa Corps, a force overseen by Russia’s defense ministry, announced Monday it was withdrawing from Kidal, in a rare public statement posted on its Telegram channel.   “We can see that they are abandoning Kidal after coming here to help,” said Moussa Sangaré, a car-parts dealer in Bamako, the capital.

IndiaApril 28, 2026

Arvind Kejriwal: AAP vs Delhi HC judge: Kejriwal-Sisodia courtroom showdown explained in 10 points | India News

NEW DELHI: The legal battle over the Delhi excise policy case has taken an unusual turn, with Aam Aadmi Party leaders Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia refusing to appear before the Delhi high court bench of.

WorldApril 28, 2026

Taking power in Mali might be a stretch but insurgents can force hand of weakened regime

When al-Qaida-affiliated Islamic militants launched a series of attacks on military bases and raids into major towns in Mali and neighbouring Burkina Faso last summer, observers suggested they had been inspired by their counterparts in Syria, who had overthrown the regime of Bashar al-Assad and taken power six months or so earlier. The joint offensive launched last weekend by JNIM and its allies in Mali’s Tuareg minority community was carefully planned and coordinated. One was Mali’s defence minister, Sadio Camara, killed in a suicide attack on his residence in the garrison town of Kati.

BusinessApril 28, 2026

Firms postpone D-Street debut as uncertainty clouds market outlook

Agencies Mumbai: Dozens of companies are going slow on plans to launch initial public offerings (IPOs), deterred by volatile investor sentiment and subsequent impact on market valuations. So far in April, there has been just one mainboard IPO launch, which raised ₹150 crore.

TechnologyApril 28, 2026

Google is testing AI chatbot search for YouTube

Google is trying out an AI Mode-like search experience for YouTube. When you search with Ask YouTube, YouTube briefly shows a mostly-blank page with a loading icon, and after a few seconds, fills it out with text and details. Just as it’s continued to iterate on AI Mode and brought AI Mode to Gmail, it seems likely that “Ask YouTube” is something Google sees a big future for.

WorldApril 27, 2026

Gunmen kill at least 29 at football pitch in north-east Nigeria, governor says

Gunmen have killed at least 29 people in north-east Nigeria, a state governor said on Monday, with local people saying the attackers targeted young people gathered at a football pitch, the latest bout of deadly unrest in Africa’s most populous nation. Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, the governor of Adamawa state, visited the scene of Sunday’s attack and “confirmed that no fewer than 29 people were killed in a deadly attack on Guyaku community in Gombi local government area”, his spokesperson said in a post on social media. Since 2009, the jihadist insurgency in Nigeria, led primarily by Boko Haram and the ISWAP, has left tens of thousands of people dead and millions displaced in the north-east of the country, according to the United Nations.

BusinessApril 27, 2026

Melania Trump wants ABC to 'take a stand' against Jimmy Kimmel after 'hateful' joke

First lady Melania Trump is not happy about late night host Jimmy Kimmel's recent joke about her. In a post on X, the first lady called Kimmel's joke about her "hateful and violent."

WorldApril 27, 2026

Mali’s militant attacks expose limits of Putin’s power in Africa

When Assimi Goïta, the leader of Mali’s military junta, sat down with the Russian president, Vladimir Putin, in the Kremlin last summer, it symbolised Moscow’s commanding sway over Mali at the expense of the.

ScienceApril 27, 2026

Students build a “cosmic radio” to listen for dark matter

Modern cosmology is often associated with massive observatories, advanced instruments, and large international collaborations backed by significant funding. A group of undergraduate students from the University of Hamburg designed and built a cavity detector to search for axions, which are among the leading candidates for dark matter. This program supports independent research projects led by students.

WorldApril 27, 2026

Mali in turmoil after insurgents seize towns and kill defence minister

Mali has been left reeling from sweeping attacks by jihadists and separatist rebels who seized several towns and military bases and killed the defence minister and military intelligence chief.The weekend.

WorldApril 27, 2026

'Michael' breaks global box office records despite heavy criticism

International sales are strong, as 'Michael' has collected a $217.4 million global opening - a new high for a music biopic.

IndiaApril 27, 2026

Watermelon, vomiting and sudden deaths: Mumbai family tragedy under probe

The police said food poisoning is suspected as a possible cause, and that they have sent the watermelon consumed by the family for forensic testing to check for toxins. Rais Shaikh, Senior Inspector, J J Marg Police Station, said they had recorded the statement of Abdullah before he died.

IndiaApril 27, 2026

CERT-In outlines safeguards for Indian orgs, MSMEs amid Mythos AI cybersecurity risk concerns

“These activities can be performed at a speed and scale that previously required teams of skilled human experts,” CERT-In said. The advisory from CERT-In comes amid growing concern over advanced AI capabilities, with Anthropic’s new AI model ‘Mythos’ – considered too risky to be released widely to the public – serving as a wake-up call of sorts for regulators in India and globally. Last week, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman chaired a high-level meeting over concerns that Mythos could pose significant risks to India’s banking sector.

WorldApril 27, 2026

Iran war deadline heats up Trump-Congress showdown

A US president can order a military operation without congressional approval, but only for 60 days. After that they must seek formal approval from Congress. For the Iran war, this deadline expires on May 1.

IndiaApril 27, 2026

‘Toxic work environment’: Raghav Chadha explains why he switched to BJP from AAP

The Bharatiya Janata Party’s newest entrant Raghav Chadha left the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) because of a “toxic work environment”, he said on Monday. He said he was a founding member of AAP and dedicated nearly 15 years of his “prime youth” to the party. Chadha’s move has left the AAP facing a serious numbers crisis after it lost seven of its 10 Rajya Sabha members.

IndiaApril 27, 2026

White House Incident: 'All he needed was a room key': Gaps that let a gunman get close to Trump during White House dinner

A gunman opening fire inside the hotel hosting the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner has triggered urgent questions about whether gaps in security allowed him to get dangerously close to Donald Trump and other senior officials. Unlike Trump’s campaign rallies, where outer security rings are often expansive, guests at the dinner reportedly needed only a ticket to enter the hotel itself.

OpinionApril 27, 2026

Michael is a highly selective version of the singer’s life, and that suits more people than you might think | Nadia Khomami

Like millions of other people, I went to see Michael this week. I knew what I was getting into – most reviews have been brutal. It is a “whitewash”, “ghoulish”, a “127-minute trailer montage” of “cruise-ship.

IndiaApril 27, 2026

₹24K for lake view in average room, techie reveals Bengaluru rental reality: ‘Not worth it’ | Today News

She revealed that she lives in one room of a fully-furnished 3-BHK (Bedroom, Hall, and Kitchen) in Bengaluru, paying a monthly rent of ₹ 24,000. Bengaluru room with lake view at ₹ 24,000 Describing her single-occupancy room as “average”, she shared why the rent was worth it.

OpinionApril 27, 2026

Zombie politics is the new norm and Starmer’s dying premiership is the latest instalment | Nesrine Malik

Finally, belatedly, an honest portrait of Keir Starmer has been allowed to form. It’s been a hell of a journey. At first he was sanctified as the Labour saviour, finally arrived. That gave way to pleas that.

BusinessApril 27, 2026

Reliance Industries shares dip over 1% after Q4 results. What are Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, others saying?

Shares of Mukesh Ambani-led Reliance Industries declined over a per cent to their day’s low of Rs 1,311 on the NSE on Monday after it reported a 13% year-on-year decline in consolidated net profit at Rs 16,971 crore for the fourth quarter of FY26, compared with Rs 19,407 crore in the same period last year. On a sequential basis, profit slipped 8% from Rs 18,645 crore reported in the December quarter. JioStar reported strong performance, with revenue of Rs 9,784 crore and EBITDA, including other income, of Rs 827 crore.

WorldApril 26, 2026

Mali defence minister killed amid flurry of insurgent attacks

Mali’s defence minister was killed in an attack on his residence, the government said on Sunday, a high-profile fatality during coordinated assaults staged the previous day by insurgents including the West African affiliate of al-Qaida. A firefight ensued, and Camara sustained injuries from which he later died in a hospital, Coulibaly said, adding that Mali would observe two days of mourning. The statement followed media reports earlier in the day that Camara had been killed during the operation in Kati, roughly 9 miles (15km) north of the capital, Bamako, where the army’s main base is located.

ScienceApril 26, 2026

A free diver visited the Strait of Hormuz. Here's what he saw

Talks have stalled over the Iran war, which means hundreds of ships are still stuck on either end of the Strait of Hormuz, as both sides of the war blockade the waterway. Above water, it's dotted with beautiful rock outcroppings and banks that some call the Oman Fjords. He says all that marine life under the water could actually be a sign that things aren't going so well.

TechnologyApril 26, 2026

Tomora’s Come Closer is an ecstatic love letter to 90s dance music

I paused for a few moments, entranced by the two ethereal Nordic women banging on giant drums to a techno beat. It’s a love letter to ‘90s European dance music, dabbling in big beat, trip hop, and techno.

TechnologyApril 26, 2026

After three months on Linux, I don’t miss Windows at all

In January I finally made good on my threat/promise to install Linux on my desktop. I wanted to see how far I could get using a Linux PC as my main computer without doing a bunch of research beforehand or.

OpinionApril 26, 2026

Iran didn’t have a nuclear weapon before this war. But you can see why it would want one now | Simon Tisdall

With every bomb dropped, ship seized and blood-curdling threat of annihilation, Donald Trump increases Iran’s incentive to reject his “grand bargain” peace deal and sprint instead to acquire nuclear weapons.

IndiaApril 26, 2026

Trump says ‘not going to be travelling 15-16 hours…’: Why US Prez cancelled Witkoff & Kushner's visit to Pakistan? | Today News

President Donald Trump on Saturday called off a planned visit by two American envoys to Pakistan, which has been acting as a mediator in the Iran conflict, dealing a fresh blow to already fragile peace efforts, as reported by Reuters. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner because the talks in Islamabad involved too much travel and expense, and Iran's latest peace offer was not good enough for him, Reuters reported. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi earlier left the Pakistani capital without any sign of a breakthrough in talks with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and other senior officials.

SportsApril 26, 2026

Lungi Ngidi Injury Update: Positive News After Scare

Lungi Ngidi’s injury during IPL 2026 left fans worried, but the latest update brings relief. The Delhi Capitals pacer is stable, recovering well, and expected to return soon after medical observation.

SportsApril 26, 2026

NFL Draft 2026: Picks, Surprises & What It Means

The NFL Draft 2026 has once again delivered drama, surprises, and future stars. From top picks to unexpected steals, the event continues to shape the league’s future in real time.

SportsApril 26, 2026

DC vs PBKS Highlights: Record Chase Stuns IPL

If you thought 260+ was safe in T20 cricket, think again. Delhi Capitals vs Punjab Kings turned into one of the greatest IPL matches ever, with a record-breaking chase that left fans stunned.

IndiaApril 26, 2026

Raghav Chadha, 6 AAP MPs Join BJP: Big Shift

In a dramatic political move, Raghav Chadha and six AAP MPs joining the BJP have reshaped India’s political landscape overnight. With major implications for Parliament and party dynamics, this shift is being seen as a turning point in national politics.

OpinionApril 26, 2026

Why are we dragging apologies out of celebrities for the most innocuous things? | Elle Hunt

D o you have an opinion on the state of contemporary ballet or keeping cats as pets? ’… That is why I don’t want to be online,” Hutcherson said this week. Sure, I didn’t love Buckley speaking so flippantly about getting her husband to give up his cats; but it would be disingenuous of me to respond as though she was trying to get me to get rid of mine.

IndiaApril 26, 2026

Developer, CalTech pass out — White House dinner shooter Cole Thomas Allen a 'highly educated tutor'

The suspect to fired shots at White House Correspondents' Dinner on Saturday has been identified by the security officials as Cole Tomas Allen from California. Moreover, Allen also contributed $25 to a Democratic Party political action committee in support of Kamala Harris for president in 2024, according to federal campaign finance records. A post under Allen’s name said he was working to develop a new “top-down shooter” combat game set in outer space.

OpinionApril 26, 2026

Shoplifters aren't just bad to the bone or mums stealing nappies. The truth is more complex| Emily Kenway

Speaking to career thieves as part of my research, I learned that childhood abuse, a life in care and little education has led them to this place, says former policy adviser Emily Kenway.

ScienceApril 25, 2026

Covering the Artemis II mission

ROB SCHMITZ, HOST: After NASA's glory days of putting astronauts on the moon in the 1960s and '70s, its crew stayed closer to home. That all changed earlier this month with the Artemis II mission, and few.

WorldApril 25, 2026

Militants and separatists launch coordinated attacks across Mali

Islamic militants and separatists attacked several locations in Mali’s capital and other cities on Saturday in one of the largest coordinated attacks in the country in recent years. It said the attacks were carried out jointly with the Azawad Liberation Front, a Tuareg-led separatist group. Its capture marked a significant symbolic victory for the junta and its Russian allies.

TechnologyApril 25, 2026

The Govee smart lamp brightened up my room, and then my life

I knew things were not quite right when I had to throw a towel over a broken Ikea lamp to block out its light. How did I get here? I cover fancy and capable tech for a living, and yet, it took me two years to.

WorldApril 25, 2026

‘Astonishing’ discovery could help save children from deadly disfiguring condition

The “astonishing” discovery of a new bacterium could open the door to better ways to prevent, detect and treat a fatal and disfiguring childhood disease, researchers hope. Noma, which is fatal in 90% of cases without treatment, begins as a sore on the gums but goes on to destroy the tissues of the mouth and face. Dr Michael Head, senior research fellow in global health at the University of Southampton, who was not involved in the study, said the findings were a useful first step to understanding a “currently mysterious condition”.

OpinionApril 25, 2026

Even without social media, phones have a subtle, damaging effect on our mental health | Devi Sridhar

When I first started teaching at Oxford in 2005, I would offer “office hours” a couple of times a week. They were literally that – time for students to come by my office and chat about anything on their mind.

IndiaApril 25, 2026

Raghav Chadha ‘kept on pedestal’, Sandeep Pathak ‘ignored’: An AAP insider reveals what led to exit of MPs

In a shock to the Aam Aadmi Party, Raghav Chadha, along with 6 other Rajya Sabha MPs, quit the Arvind Kejriwal-led party on Friday, and merged with the BJP. Those who left with Chadha are the group of seven lawmakers including six from Punjab – Chadha himself, Ashok Mittal, Sandeep Pathak, Rajinder Gupta, Vikram Sahney and Harbhajan Singh – and one from Delhi, MP Swati Maliwal. A day after the AAP MPs made the big move, party's chief spokesperson and Anandpur Sahib MP Malwinder Singh Kang said that AAP gave too much power to Chadha and ignored Sandeep Pathak.

OpinionApril 25, 2026

Dyslexic thinking made me the scientist I am today. If we could harness its power, imagine what could be possible | Maggie Aderin

Progress has always been made by people who think differently. Neurodiversity helps us think outside the box – and when we do, the sky’s the limit, says space scientist Maggie Aderin.

BusinessApril 25, 2026

Bitcoin near $78K, Ethereum steady near $2,300; rally cools after strong rebound

Agencies Bitcoin and Ethereum are consolidating near recent highs after a strong rebound, with Bitcoin showing resilience and dominance. WazirX Market’s Desk said Bitcoin is currently trading around $77,825, consolidating near recent highs after a strong upward move earlier in the week.

IndiaApril 25, 2026

Kejriwal is Rehman Dacoit of Delhi: BJP outs 'Sheesh Mahal 2' pics; AAP calls them fake

Delhi minister and BJP leader Parvesh Verma on Saturday launched a sharp attack on AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal, calling him the “Rehman dacoit of Delhi” and alleging that he had built a second “Sheesh Mahal”. Addressing a press conference, Verma said the BJP would “show ‘Sheesh Mahal 2’” and accused Kejriwal of living a luxurious life in contrast to his earlier claims of simplicity. “Delhi ka Sheesh Mahal 2 hum apko dikhane ja rahe hain (We will show you Delhi’s ‘Sheesh Mahal 2’),” Verma said.

IndiaApril 25, 2026

Raghav Chadha-led exodus jolts AAP; party races to recalibrate strategy: What next? | India News

NEW DELHI: Aam Aadmi Party suffered a major blow after estranged MP Raghav Chadha, along with six other parliamentarians, left the party and decided to merge with the Bharatiya Janata Party.In a press.

OpinionApril 25, 2026

I witnessed the dying days of Boris Johnson’s premiership. Keir Starmer’s position is uncannily similar | Simon Hart

S itting at the back of the public gallery watching Olly Robbins give his evidence to the foreign affairs select committee hearing on Tuesday felt horribly like the summer of 2022 all over again. The similarities are not lost on anyone like me who has witnessed all of this from relatively close quarters. In Starmer’s ever-lengthening list of leadership flaws is his willingness to cheerfully abandon his people at the most dangerous time in the battle, for no other reason than the protection of his own reputation.

TechnologyApril 24, 2026

Alex Jones has uncovered another massive conspiracy

Alex Jones may soon lose Infowars, the digital perch that he’s used for decades to traffic in conspiracy theories, to The Onion, the satirical newspaper. 5 billion to families of the Sandy Hook Elementary School mass shooting, which he claimed was a hoax. The new deal still needs to be approved by a judge.

TechnologyApril 24, 2026

The person who allegedly leaked Paramount’s new Avatar movie has been arrested

Following Paramount Skydance’s move to launch an investigation into how its upcoming Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender animated feature leaked onto the internet, a suspect has been taken into custody by police. If he is ultimately found guilty for unauthorized access to computer material, he could face a jail sentence of up to 10 years as well a fine of $50,000. Speaking to The Hollywood Reporter, a person claiming to be behind the leak account said that they were trying to “troll a little bit” because of Paramount’s decision to release Avatar Aang directly to its streaming service rather than giving it a theatrical debut as the studio originally announced.

WorldApril 24, 2026

US millionaire big-game hunter dies after being crushed by elephants

An American millionaire big-game hunter has died after being crushed by a group of elephants during a hunting expedition in Gabon. The board was disbanded in 2020 after lawsuits alleging it was an illegal, biased panel stacked with trophy hunters rather than conservationists, who worked to promote the economic benefits of big game hunting.

ScienceApril 24, 2026

'Self-aware' robots can learn complex tasks by watching humans. Is that a good thing?

Scientists say they've made a key breakthrough that would allow robots to figure out complex tasks on their own, but experts say it raises questions about how much risk comes with letting robots be in charge of their own learning. <br>.

ScienceApril 24, 2026

Stunning 132 million-year-old dinosaur tracks are rewriting history

A long-standing mystery in southern Africa’s fossil record is beginning to unravel.

IndiaApril 24, 2026

Arijit Singh votes with wife Koel Roy, jokes, ‘What message can I give? People might think I’ve become a politician’

Arijit Singh went hand-in-hand with wife Koel Roy to vote in his hometown. People will start thinking I’ve become a politician myself,” said Arijit in Bengali.

IndiaApril 24, 2026

Ranveer Singh’s Hamza reunites with Yalina in viral ‘Dhurandhar 2’ ‘alternate ending’; fans debate emotional climax: WATCH

It’s been over a month since Dhurandhar 2 released, and even after breaking almost all of the box office records, it continues to baffle moviegoers. 29 crore net, making it the highest-grossing Hindi film ever domestically. That said, it still trails Pushpa 2: The Rule, helmed by Sukumar and starring Allu Arjun, which continues to hold the all-time domestic record with Rs 1,234 crore – about Rs 115 crore ahead of Dhurandhar 2 ’s current net tally.

IndiaApril 24, 2026

‘Scared’ Alia Bhatt stood in a corner as airport staff mobbed her, recalls bodyguard: ‘They had hand on her shoulder’

Bodyguard Jishan recalled how actor Alia Bhatt was mobbed by the airport staff once Celebrities often get mobbed by fans in public areas, causing chaotic situations. One such incident took place with actor Alia Bhatt, which left her ‘scared’ and ‘uncomfortable’.

WorldApril 24, 2026

Trump ‘Hellhole’ Remark Sparks Global Outrage

A fresh political controversy has erupted after Donald Trump reshared a post calling countries like India and China “hellholes.” The backlash has been swift, with governments, leaders, and citizens reacting strongly to what many are calling deeply offensive rhetoric.

TechnologyApril 24, 2026

DeepSeek V4: The AI Breakthrough Everyone’s Watching

DeepSeek V4 has officially entered the AI battlefield—and it’s already turning heads. With massive scale, lower costs, and open-source ambitions, this model could reshape how AI is built, used, and accessed worldwide.

IndiaApril 24, 2026

Bengal Election 2026: Mamata vs Modi Showdown Intensifies

West Bengal’s election battle has exploded into a high-voltage political clash, with Mamata Banerjee’s aggressive rhetoric and PM Modi’s symbolic outreach dominating headlines. With record voter turnout and rising tensions, the stakes couldn’t be higher.

OpinionApril 24, 2026

Rightwing populism is littered with broken promises. Its opponents need to make those failures count | Andy Beckett

Rightwing populists always promise they will get things done when they get into power. Immigration will be halted. Government waste will be eradicated. Traditional values will be revived. National decline.

EntertainmentApril 24, 2026

Unpacking the Michael Controversy: Everything Michael Jackson's Family Has Said About the Movie

The Michael Jackson biopic Michael had its defenders and detractors long before its April 24 release. But see where daughter Paris Jackson, Janet Jackson and more family have landed on the film.

ScienceApril 24, 2026

This 100 million-year-old snake had hind legs and a lost bone that changes evolution

Nearly 100 million years ago, snakes weren’t the sleek, limbless creatures we know today—they still had hind legs and even a cheekbone that has almost vanished in modern species.

BusinessApril 24, 2026

Dr Reddy’s shares fall 2% after Goldman Sachs downgrades, Citi turns cautious

11% to Rs 1,303 on Friday, as cautious commentary from global brokerages Goldman Sachs and Citigroup dampened investor sentiment and reignited concerns over the company’s near-term growth prospects, according to a research note reported by ETNow. Goldman Sachs turns cautious, trims outlook sharply The brokerage downgraded the stock to “Sell” and sharply cut its target price to Rs 1,075 from Rs 1,225, signalling potential downside from current levels.

OpinionApril 24, 2026

Two men made mistakes over Mandelson – only one has lost his job. That should haunt Starmer | Gaby Hinsliff

A good leader never asks their people to do something they wouldn’t do themselves. Hold others to the highest standards, by all means, but only if you have equally high expectations of yourself: otherwise you.

OpinionApril 24, 2026

Europe is in a profound state of crisis. Luckily, we know what to do | Nathalie Tocci and Anu Bradford

We assembled a group of the continent’s leading thinkers to assess the threats: their warnings are stark, but the remedy is within reach, say Guardian Europe columnist Nathalie Tocci and author Anu Bradford.

TechnologyApril 23, 2026

Brendan Carr’s war on wokeness targets inclusive children’s television

Under the guidance of consummate bully / chairman Brendan Carr, the FCC is taking steps towards cracking down on children’s entertainment that in any way explores the complexities of gender identity. On Wednesday, the FCC’s Media Bureau announced that it is soliciting comments from the public about whether the TV ratings system has made sound decisions regarding children’s programming with transgender or non-binary characters. ” “American families are worried about affordability, access and rising costs, not whether the TV ratings system has enough warnings about gender identity,” Gomez said.

OpinionApril 23, 2026

Shabana Mahmood’s expletive was shocking. But not for the reason you think | Zoe Williams

I f all you know about Shabana Mahmood’s interview with the comedian Matt Forde, which was recorded live at a West End theatre on Monday, is that she said a heckler should “fuck right off”, then it’s worth listening to the heckle itself. Mahmood’s next argument followed another familiar route, projecting her own victimhood on to the “valid, legitimate views of millions of people in this country”, as if by disagreeing with her, you marginalise all your unnamed, innumerable compatriots. “That’s why I said this individual can just fuck right off, because I know I belong in my own country.

IndiaApril 23, 2026

Karnataka High Court orders techie who earned Rs 4.5 lakh monthly to pay maintenance to wife despite losing job

The Karnataka High Court directed the husband to clear all arrears of interim maintenance within three months. Advocate Kapil Dixit, appearing for the husband, argued that he lost his job owing to organisational restructuring, was currently unemployed, and sustained himself through his savings and on his parents’ pension.

IndiaApril 23, 2026

Himachal progressive apple grower gets recognition 5 months after death for discovering a new variety in 2016

His family received recognition for his contribution to horticulture with the formal registration of a unique apple variety he discovered — now named ‘Kanwar Majholi Selection-1’. (File Photo) When Joginder Singh Kanwar, a former teacher and progressive apple grower of Majholi village near Theog, discovered a new variety of apple in 2016, little did he know that his discovery would bring him recognition someday. The PPV&amp;FRA took almost six years and authenticated that the variety was next and named it ‘Kanwar Majholi Selection-1,” Dr Thakur said.

IndiaApril 23, 2026

Can you spot a serial killer? This mind-bending Pune exhibition challenges your brain’s snap judgments

Pune-based ARISA was founded by Kohinoor Darda, who has a PhD in Cognitive Neuroscience and researches how the brain and mind are engaged and influenced by art, and how humans navigate in their social world. Half a dozen almost-identical faces of women stare from a wall, and you need to select the one you want to be friends with. There is no wrong answer – except when your guide informs you, “What if I told you that this is a serial killer?

IndiaApril 23, 2026

‘Meaningless data’: Allahabad High Court pulls up state over ventilator shortages, low doctor salaries

The Allahadbad High Court pulled up the UP government for submitting data on the number of ventilators available only in state hospitals. The Lucknow bench of the high court was hearing a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed by an NGO through its general secretary, Advocate Prince Lenin, raising concerns over the inadequate availability of ventilators in government hospitals. The bench also asked whether adequately skilled personnel are available to operate ventilators, and sought data on recruitment over the past five years.

IndiaApril 23, 2026

Japanese Proverb of the Day: ‘Sit on a stone for three years’; meaning, business lesson and why it still matters today | Today News

“Sit on a stone for three years”This Japanese proverb says that patience is not passive. It is powerful. It means that sticking with something long enough will eventually produce results. In an age of instant.

IndiaApril 23, 2026

Donald Trump: ‘China, India or some other hellhole ... ’: Trump reshares anti-immigrant rant as approval rating dips

US President Donald Trump has reshared a anti-immigrant post on his Truth Social platform, amplifying inflammatory rhetoric on birthright citizenship even as fresh polling suggests his approval ratings are slipping ahead of the midterm elections. The lengthy post, originally from a right-wing commentator, rails against immigration and legal protections for those born in the United States. Approval for his handling of immigration has also dropped significantly from early 2025 levels.

IndiaApril 23, 2026

Kailash Hills case explained: Who is Rahul Meena? Accused ‘strangled’ victim to death… | What CCTV footage revealed | Today News

In a shocking incident, a talented IIT graduate was allegedly raped and murdered in her home in Kailash Hills. The prime suspect, Rahul Meena, a former domestic help, has been arrested.

IndiaApril 23, 2026

‘We are finished’: ChatGPT's UCO Bank cheque goes viral, sparks fraud fears around new AI image model | Today News

It appeared to be an official UCO Bank cheque for ₹ 69,000. The account number, bank branch details, signature line and MICR band at the bottom all looked authentic. Another joked that the real problem was only asking for ₹ 69,000.

IndiaApril 23, 2026

How governments worldwide are shielding households from rising energy costs amid the West Asia war | Today News

Brent crude has crossed the $100-per-barrel mark after jumping nearly 13% over the past three sessions, extending its rally. Japan The Nikkei business daily reported earlier that Japan had agreed to import 1 million barrels of crude oil from Mexico for delivery as early as July, to diversify its energy sources due to the war between the United States, Israel and Iran. Malaysia The government has announced certain measures, including central bank support for companies, efforts to diversify energy sources and secure inputs, enhanced monitoring of vulnerable sectors, and a special access pathway for critical medicines and medical devices, according to Reuters.

OpinionApril 23, 2026

A catastrophic climate event is upon us. Here is why you’ve heard so little about it | George Monbiot

Scientists say a crucial Atlantic system is set to collapse. But the billionaire death cult that steers humanity’s destiny just doesn’t do existential crises, says Guardian columnist George Monbiot.

IndiaApril 23, 2026

Ex-help dragged IRS officer's daughter down the stairs, used her finger to open safe

After assaulting and raping the 22-year-old daughter of a senior IRS officer at their home in south Delhi, Rahul Meena, their former house help, used the young woman’s fingerprints to open a biometric safe. After his arrest on Wednesday, the 23-year-old accused, Rahul Meena, revealed disturbing details about the sequence of events that led to the murder of the victim. Police sources said the victim was academically bright and had been an all-India topper in Class 12.

OpinionApril 23, 2026

To be human is to live with friction. That’s something AI boosters will never understand | Alexander Hurst

We’re being sold a world where there’s no room for reflection or spontaneity. This is the Black Mirror stage of capitalism, says Alexander Hurst, who writes for Guardian Europe from Paris.

TechnologyApril 23, 2026

The Iranian women Trump ‘saved’ from execution are simultaneously real and AI-manipulated

On Wednesday, President Donald Trump claimed to have secured the release of eight Iranian women condemned to execution for protesting the regime. ” Mizan said that some of the women had already been released and others were facing prison time but not execution, and furthermore said that Tehran had made no concessions — presumably, the status of the women has not changed. ” Alimardani named six of the women (Bita Hemmati, Mahboubeh Shabani, Venus Hossein-Nejad, Golnaz Naraghi, Diana Taherabadi, Ghazal Ghalandri), and said that the identities of the final two (said to be Panah Movahedi and Ensieh Nejati) were still unverified.

ScienceApril 23, 2026

This simple fatty acid could restore failing vision

Changes in eyesight are one of the most common signs of aging. Their latest study investigates a potential treatment aimed at slowing or even reversing "aging" in the eye, while also helping prevent conditions such as age-related macular degeneration (AMD). "Our first study explored a potential therapy to address vision loss," says Skowronska-Krawczyk, "but with the information we've since learned about immune aging, we are hopeful the supplementation therapy will boost the immune system as well."

BusinessApril 23, 2026

Upstream oil and gas producers to shine in Q4, but OMCs and gas distributors face profit squeeze

ET Intelligence Group: Upstream oil and gas producers are expected to post strong earnings growth in the March quarter, driven by a sharp rise in crude oil prices, while downstream oil marketing companies (OMCs) and city gas distribution firms are likely to report weaker results. Analysts expect operating profit before depreciation and amortisation (Ebitda) for upstream companies to rise 6-49% quarter-on-quarter while revenue may grow 17-22%.

BusinessApril 22, 2026

Tesla's making money. But it's planning to spend an awful lot more

A logo for Tesla is seen on a vehicle at a Tesla facility Wednesday, April 15, 2026, in Portland, Ore. Jenny Kane/AP hide.

TechnologyApril 22, 2026

Tesla’s revenue rises again as it prepares for more AI and robotics

Tesla released its 2026 first-quarter financial earnings today, providing another look at the progress of Elon Musk’s $1 trillion bet to transform his company into a leader of AI and robotics. “The first-generation line, designed for 1 million robots a year, will replace the Model S and Model X lines in Fremont,” Tesla said. ” Following Musk’s announcement in January that Tesla was “restarting work” on its Dojo 3 supercomputer — which Musk noted at the time will be “space-based AI compute” — the earnings update deck said that Tesla is “continuing” its work on the project.

WorldApril 22, 2026

British woman died in Ghana trying to recoup money from scammers, inquest told

A British woman who was scammed out of up to £1m in a string of so-called romance frauds died in a road crash after travelling to west Africa to try to recoup some of her lost fortune, an inquest in Devon has heard. The retired housekeeper, 69, travelled to Ghana after a man there told her he could help her get some of her money back but she was killed in a car crash as he drove. ” Senior coroner Philip Spinney said there were “some inconsistencies and gaps in the evidence” about the crash and that the incident had not been rigorously scrutinised.

OpinionApril 22, 2026

I was wrong about the danger of smartphones in schools. It’s far, far worse than I thought | Lola Okolosie

I t seems unbelievable now, but a decade ago we were debating the potential positive merits of mobile phones in schools. The government’s announcement on Monday that it would turn its existing guidance in England on phones in schools into a statutory ban sounds less like a bold intervention and more like a simple recognition of reality. Researchers concluded that at a potential cost of £94 per pupil, enforcement was a “huge drain” on already stretched resources.

AnalysisApril 22, 2026

India vs World? Controversy Grips Global Headlines

The “India vs world” controversy is gaining momentum as multiple global tensions collide at once. From the Iran war’s economic shock to a fresh diplomatic row with New Zealand, India finds itself at the center of a rapidly evolving global narrative.

IndiaApril 22, 2026

Kedarnath 2026 Opens: New Rules You Must Know

Kedarnath 2026 opens its sacred doors once again, drawing thousands of devotees to the Himalayas. But this year, new rules and stricter systems are quietly reshaping the entire pilgrimage experience.

IndiaApril 22, 2026

44°C Heatwave Warning: Deadly Mistakes to Avoid

India is entering a dangerous heatwave phase, with temperatures touching 44°C in multiple regions. Small everyday mistakes—often ignored—can quickly turn life-threatening in such extreme conditions.

IndiaApril 22, 2026

NEET UG 2026: Over 99% candidates get first choice of exam city; NTA to release admit cards next

2 per cent have been allotted their first choice of exam cities, National Testing Agency (NTA) data reveals. On April 26, the NTA will release the NEET UG 2026 admit cards with the exam centre details.

IndiaApril 22, 2026

Bali resort staff stop Indian tourists at checkout, find hair dryer, doormat, TV remote, utensils in bags; watch video

A group of four Indian travellers recently found themselves at the centre of a controversy in Bali, Indonesia, after being accused of taking hotel property from a luxury resort in the Gianyar area. The episode gained traction online after a video surfaced showing hotel staff checking their luggage during checkout. Watch the video: Indian tourists, who stayed at Ubud, Bali (Indonesia) were caught by hotel-staff stealing stuff from the hotel.

IndiaApril 22, 2026

‘Heartbreaks are tough’: Hansika Motwanni opens up about ‘dark phase’ of her life, says she did not understand mental health

From Shaka Laka Boom Boom to Koi…Mil Gaya , Hansika Motwanni became a household name early on. She said persistent sadness, sleep disturbances, anxiety, loss of interest in routine activities, and emotional overwhelm can signal that professional support may be needed. “Through therapy, individuals learn to identify early signs, understand triggers, and use techniques such as grounding, breathing exercises, and cognitive strategies to manage these responses before they escalate,” Dr Das said.

BusinessApril 22, 2026

Quote of the Day by Maya Angelou on inner resilience: ‘Nothing can dim the light that…’ | Today News

She rose to broad public prominence with I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings in 1969, and by the end of her life had become a global symbol of courage, dignity, and hard-won wisdom. Why This Quote Resonates A concrete example is the strain already showing up in teams. ” — Maya Angelou This second quote deepens the first beautifully.

IndiaApril 22, 2026

Knowledge Nugget | Recusal of Judges Explained: When and why do judges step aside?

Can a judge refuse to recuse? Why do judges step aside? What counts as a conflict of interest, and is there a formal process in India? Here’s all you need to know. Also, go ‘Beyond the Nugget’ to understand anticipatory bail.

BusinessApril 22, 2026

Quote of the day by Warren Buffett on investing: ‘Never lose money…’ | Today News

Buffett’s own documented rule is about permanent loss, not temporary volatility. A higher paycheck that teaches you nothing or weakens your future optionality may be a hidden loss. It is to avoid the kind of losses that make future upside harder to reach — obsolete skills, weak judgment, damaged trust, and decisions you did not understand well enough before making them.

OpinionApril 22, 2026

The rush to appease Trump led Keir Starmer into this ethical void | Rafael Behr

You can’t kill something that is already dead. New details about Peter Mandelson’s disastrous appointment as Britain’s ambassador to Washington can trigger more paroxysms of outrage in Westminster. They can.

BusinessApril 22, 2026

India's favourite retail stock to announce Q4 results today with a bonus issue. What should investors expect?

Trent Ltd, one of the most expensive retail stocks in India by valuation metrics, is set to report its March quarter earnings along with a likely bonus announcement, with investors closely watching growth sustainability and margin trajectory. HDFC Securities estimates revenue growth of about 20% YoY to around Rs 4,940 crore, broadly in line with the company’s pre-quarter update.

WorldApril 21, 2026

Trump officials consider sending 1,100 Afghans who aided US forces to Congo

The Trump administration is in discussions to potentially send up to 1,100 Afghans who helped US forces during the war in Afghanistan to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), a non-profit confirmed on Tuesday. The resettlement talks, first reported by the New York Times, come after Donald Trump’s decision to stop an initiative that allowed Afghans who assisted US war efforts to apply to resettle in the US.

WorldApril 21, 2026

Taiwan president blames China for forced cancellation of Eswatini trip

Taiwan’s president, Lai Ching-te, has cancelled his trip to Eswatini, the democratic island’s only diplomatic ally in Africa, after his government said several countries had revoked overflight permits because of “intense pressure” from China. It would be the first time a Taiwanese president has had to cancel an overseas trip owing to Chinese pressure. This would have been Lai’s first trip outside Taiwan since November 2024, when he visited the Marshall Islands, Tuvalu and Palau, and transited through Hawaii and the US territory of Guam.

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