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Crime rate decreased by 18.77% in BJP rule, says Rajasthan CM

Hindu - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 05:47
Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma said the robust policing in the State had strengthened the sense of trust and security in the society
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'Jana Nayagan' leak: Madras HC blocks piracy; cybercrime probe makes arrests

Times of India - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 05:45
Thalapathy Vijay's film 'Jana Nayagan' faced a major leak before its release, with initial clips followed by a full movie download. Following widespread condemnation and legal action, the Madras High Court ordered a ban on illegal circulation. Police investigations revealed the leak originated from the editing room, leading to arrests and a warning against piracy.
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Peninsula Land forays into plotted real estate in Alibaug

Hindu - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 05:38
It’s first project is in Alibaug which is close to Mumbai and targeted at high networth individuals (HNIs) from Mumbai and property investors from India and abroad
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The air you breathe is making you sick earlier than you think, finds UK study

Times of India - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 05:33
A new UK study reveals that air pollution significantly accelerates the onset of chronic diseases, including cardiovascular, respiratory, neurological, digestive, and cancer categories. Researchers found that higher exposure to particulate matter and nitrogen oxides leads to earlier diagnoses, potentially shaving years off healthy life expectancy. The findings highlight the urgent need for improved air quality to slow disease progression.
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Inside Andhra’s millet push that is turning women into entrepreneurs

Hindu - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 05:29
Across Andhra Pradesh, a government initiative is building women-led millet enterprises that link farms, kitchens and local markets into viable livelihoods
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Prime Minister, Vice-President pay tribute to Chandra Shekhar on birth anniversary

Hindu - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 05:24
PM Modi recalled his personal interactions with the former Prime Minister and also urged young Indians to learn more about the leader’s work
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'We don’t want to push': Big Rohit Sharma update from MI head coach

Times of India - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 05:19
Rohit Sharma was rested for Mumbai Indians' IPL 2026 clash against Punjab Kings due to a hamstring injury. Despite his absence, head coach Mahela Jayawardene stated it's not a serious issue and the team's struggles are a collective responsibility. Mumbai Indians suffered their fourth consecutive defeat, falling to ninth place in the standings.
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12 lakh people in Telangana opt for ‘No Caste’ in SEEEPC Survey-2024

Hindu - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 05:17
Of them, 43.3% reported possessing caste certificates
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Fresh workers’ protest erupts in Noida over salary hike demand, police deployed

Times of India - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 05:03
Fresh protests erupted in Noida over salary hikes, while police revealed social media accounts from Pakistan allegedly fueled earlier labor unrest. Investigations point to a coordinated effort involving digital misinformation and on-ground mobilization by groups like Mazdoor Bigul Dasta, with several arrests made and more accused sought.
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Filmmaker Fazil Razak on ‘Moham’ selected for Moscow International Film Festival 2026

Hindu - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 04:57
The director on shaping a psychologically layered story and navigating the festival circuit
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Perils of selective political reporting: the case of Tamil Nadu’s finances

Hindu - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 04:52
The rising prominence of social media warrants a closer look at the shifts in political reporting. An example is Union Minister Piyush Goyal’s recent claim on Tamil Nadu’s debt burden, which highlights the limits of citing debt without accounting for other factors
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High rate of marriage of girls under 18 seen in Iyengars and Jains: SEEPC report

Hindu - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 04:52
The findings indicate that child marriage is not confined to historically disadvantaged communities, but persists across social groups, including those with relatively higher socio-economic indicators
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Asian stocks today: Stocks ease but set for weekly gains amid optimism on war de-escalation

Times of India - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 04:40
Asian markets saw a slight dip Friday after a strong rally, as investors braced for a crucial weekend potentially impacting the Middle East conflict. Despite ceasefire hopes and easing oil prices, caution persists. Wall Street's record highs offered some support, while currency markets reflected reduced risk aversion, though the Strait of Hormuz closure remains a concern.
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'Building castles in air': Iran mocks Trump’s 'will get free oil, free Hormuz' claim

Times of India - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 04:36
Iran's state media has dismissed US President Donald Trump's claims of a negotiation breakthrough as "building castles in the air." Trump stated that Iran is close to a deal and has agreed to hand over its enriched uranium, a key point of contention in the ongoing conflict.
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Sayyid Akbar Husayni PU College in Kalaburagi launches integrated coaching for NEET, JEE, and K-CET

Hindu - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 04:28
The coaching programme will be formally inaugurated on April 22
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Teaching experience obtained from unrecognised departments will be invalid, says National Medical Commission

Hindu - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 04:28
National Medical Commission has also noted that all postgraduate medical education and training must comply with the latest NMC regulations, including the Postgraduate Medical Education Regulations, 2023, and the Medical Institutions (Qualifications of Faculty) Regulations, 2025. 
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Jailed MP Rashid’s father ‘critical’ in Srinagar hospital, release him on humanitarian grounds: AIP

Hindu - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 04:23
According to the party, the health condition of Rashid’s father Khazir Mohammad Sheikh was “worsening”
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Entrepreneurship Cell set up at Bright B-School in Hubballi

Hindu - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 04:23
Director of Bright Business School Prof. Prasad Roodagi said that every student should dream of becoming an entrepreneur and contribute meaningfully to society at large
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