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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
Categories: National News

Food safety drive targets juice shops, bottled water sales

Hindu - Sat, 04/18/2026 - 16:26
The initiative comes amid a surge in demand for packaged drinking water and fruit juices during the summer months
Categories: National News

Abhishek Sharma scripts history for SRH, becomes fastest ever to...

Times of India - Sat, 04/18/2026 - 15:49
Abhishek Sharma smashed the fastest fifty in Sunrisers Hyderabad history, reaching the mark in just 15 balls against Chennai Super Kings in IPL 2026. He scored 59 off 22 balls, setting the tone early. In fine form this season, Abhishek continues to provide explosive starts and has already crossed 100 sixes for the franchise.
Categories: National News

'Latkana, bhatkana, atkana': PM Modi targets Congress over opposition to women quota bill

Times of India - Sat, 04/18/2026 - 15:09
Prime Minister Modi expressed deep regret over the women's reservation bill's defeat, apologizing to the nation's women. He accused opposition parties like Congress, DMK, TMC, and SP of prioritizing self-interest over national progress and women's empowerment, highlighting their alleged celebration of the bill's failure as an insult to women's dignity
Categories: National News

Samay Raina recalls Kashmir exodus trauma, says Muslims helped him

Times of India - Sat, 04/18/2026 - 15:02
Stand-up comedian Samay Raina has once again spoken about the deep scars left by the Kashmiri Pandit exodus, this time offering a more personal and detailed account of how it impacted his family across generations. Recalling the fear that gripped his family, Raina revealed how his maternal grandfather was directly under threat. Amid the violence, Raina highlighted how his family managed to escape.
Categories: National News

Explained: On way to 4th largest, how India slipped to 6th rank & what it means

Times of India - Sat, 04/18/2026 - 14:57
In fact, IMF’s latest World Economic Outlook (April 2026) sees India sitting at the sixth spot this financial year too. What has led to the sudden fall? Why has India dropped to the sixth position, falling behind the UK, instead of overtaking Japan to become the fourth largest economy?
Categories: National News

This US state is first to pause data centre construction: Why this legislation is big

Times of India - Sat, 04/18/2026 - 14:56
Maine has become the first US state to temporarily halt new, large data centers, pausing expansion for 18 months. This move addresses concerns over the AI industry's environmental impact and rising utility costs. While other states debate similar measures, Maine's decision could spark federal political tension, as the Trump administration opposes state-level tech regulations.
Categories: National News

David Miller redeems himself with last-over finish as DC chase down 176 vs RCB

Times of India - Sat, 04/18/2026 - 14:45
After losing three wickets in the powerplay, DC recovered through Rahul (57 off 34 balls), Stubbs (60 not out off 47 balls) and Axar Patel (26 retired hurt). Rahul steadied the innings after an early collapse and targeted Josh Hazlewood, hitting him for two sixes and three fours. He reached his fifty in 30 balls before falling to Krunal Pandya, caught by Virat Kohli at long-on.
Categories: National News

‘Troubles DMK, Congress to see ordinary women rise’: PM Modi at Coimbatore rally

Times of India - Sat, 04/18/2026 - 14:14
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed pain and anger over the failure of the women's reservation bill, accusing the DMK, Congress, and their allies of engaging in "hatred and petty politics." He stated that the DMK "harms women" and "doesn't stand with women in parliament," predicting a response for their "anti-women stand"
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