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Iran envoy says US backtracked on agreed 10-point plan, stalling peace talks

Times of India - Sat, 04/18/2026 - 17:26
Iran's Supreme Leader representative in India, Abdul Majeed Hakeem Ilahi, stated that recent Iran-US peace talks failed after Washington allegedly deviated from an agreed-upon 10-point plan. Ilahi claimed the US initially accepted the proposal but shifted its demands during negotiations in Pakistan, leading to the breakdown.
Categories: National News

Union Cabinet approves ₹24,815 crore multi-tracking projects across 15 districts in U.P., Andhra Pradesh

Hindu - Sat, 04/18/2026 - 17:21
The existing Indian Railways network will increase by about 601 km; the ₹14,926 crore Ghaziabad-Sitapur project is crucial for improving connectivity between the northern and eastern regions of the country
Categories: National News

Two killed in ambush on Manipur highway

Hindu - Sat, 04/18/2026 - 17:10
Police say suspected extremists fired at convoy in Ukhrul; two Tangkhul Naga men die in attack; Naga organisation blames Kuki armed groups; CM says govt. ready to hand over probe to NIA
Categories: National News

PM Modi says 'will get more chances' to push for women's quota, blames Congress as 'anti-reform party' | Highlights

Hindu - Sat, 04/18/2026 - 17:03
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his address to the nation, said parties that opposed the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam in Parliament were taking women's power for granted.
Categories: National News

Despite setback, Govt. determined to remove all obstacles to women’s reservation: PM Modi

Hindu - Sat, 04/18/2026 - 17:00
In his 30-minute speech, the prime minister criticised Opposition parties, including the Congress, DMK, Trinamool Congress and Samajwadi Party
Categories: National News

Tamil Nadu election 2026: Lack of civic amenities irks Thiruporur constituency residents as urbanisation takes toll

Hindu - Sat, 04/18/2026 - 16:50
The expansion of Chennai’s IT Corridor over the past couple of decades has resulted in the mushrooming of large multi-storeyed apartments, extending well into the villages on either side of the road.
Categories: National News

Tamil Nadu election 2026: Modakkurichi struggles to bridge gap between agrarian strength and development

Hindu - Sat, 04/18/2026 - 16:48
Modakkurichi entered the national spotlight during the 1996 Assembly election, when 1,016 farmers contested as independents to press for their demands. This highlighted deep agrarian distress and contributed to electoral reforms. Many of the issues raised then, particularly those related to farm incomes, irrigation and infrastructure, persist.
Categories: National News

Strait talk turns straitjacket: Diplomacy stuck, ships struck, in Hormuz

Times of India - Sat, 04/18/2026 - 16:47
The US-Iran standoff in the Strait of Hormuz remains unresolved just days before the ceasefire deadline, with tensions rising again after Iran rejected claims by US President Donald Trump that it had agreed to major concessions. Tehran announced it would tighten control over the waterway, citing US violations and “bogus victory claims.” The situation escalated after reports of gunfire forced Indian vessels to turn back, prompting a strong protest from New Delhi. Both sides are now on high alert, with uncertainty over whether the ceasefire will hold or lead to renewed conflict.
Categories: National News

Tamil Nadu election 2026: Tambaram constituency residents feel rapid growth continues to be marred by basic infrastructure issues

Hindu - Sat, 04/18/2026 - 16:35
The Tambaram constituency lacks the civic amenities to tackle rapid urbanisation as arterial roads often face traffic congestion; untreated sewage is being discharged into lakes, and the interior roads remain in poor shape; MLA says drainage system has been implemented in the core areas
Categories: National News

Darjeeling hills to witness multi-pronged contest on diverse issues in 2026 Assembly polls

Hindu - Sat, 04/18/2026 - 16:34
While the BJP-GJM alliance and the Trinamool-BGPM alliance are clashing head-on, a new hill party by local entrepreneur Ajay Edwards is also making its presence; along with the pertinent issue of Gorkhaland political situation, the issues of development and corruption may sway the electorate this election season
Categories: National News

Opposition likely to write to PM to immediately implement women’s reservation without delimitation

Hindu - Sat, 04/18/2026 - 16:34
Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy says BJP using women’s reservation as a cover to change the Constitution and end reservation for Dalits and tribals
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