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South stood united, made its voice heard and democracy prevailed: T.N. CM Stalin

Hindu - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 17:15
M.K. Stalin says he ‘never opposed’ delimitation and always sought ‘fairness’ in a process that is ‘thought through’ and not pushed for ‘political gain’; he says women will ‘see through’ the BJP’s ‘optics’
Categories: National News

Opposition defeated an attack on the Constitution, says Rahul Gandhi

Hindu - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 17:10
Congress leader assures Prime Minister Narendra Modi of Opposition’s ‘unconditional support’ if the government wants to bring the 2023 women’s reservation law into force
Categories: National News

Watch: Constitution Amendment Bill, part of delimitation package, defeated

Hindu - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 16:57
Major political and geopolitical developments lead today’s headlines. The Constitution Amendment Bill on women’s quota faces a setback in the Lok Sabha, while Sri Lanka’s Power and Energy Minister resigns amid controversy. Iran has reopened the Strait of Hormuz, easing concerns over global shipping, even as remarks by Tejasvi Surya on Telangana trigger a political storm. The Supreme Court also flags illegal sand mining in Madhya Pradesh. Stay tuned for the full breakdown.
Categories: National News

Centre’s approach on delimitation, women’s quota Bills wrong: Farooq Abdullah

Hindu - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 16:53
He said the way delimitation was done in J&K has left people ‘even more worried’
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Former Angels star Garret Anderson dies at 53 after sudden medical emergency at home

Times of India - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 16:49
Garret Anderson, former Los Angeles Angels star and franchise hits leader, has died at 53 after a medical emergency in Newport Beach. A key part of the Angels’ 2002 World Series team, he built a strong MLB career with consistent performances. Anderson later worked as an analyst and was inducted into the Angels Hall of Fame in 2016.
Categories: National News

Nvidia CEO won't accept losing China market: 'You are not talking to somebody who woke up a loser'

Times of India - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 16:44
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang rejected the premise that the company would inevitably lose the Chinese market to domestic rivals like Huawei, calling the idea defeatist. Speaking on the Dwarkesh Podcast, Huang argued that computing ecosystems—unlike consumer products—are deeply sticky and hard to replace, pointing to CUDA's developer lock-in as a structural advantage. He also said US export controls have backfired, accelerating Chinese alternatives rather than slowing them down.
Categories: National News

Schemes offering cash incentive to women takes centre stage is Bengal poll campaign

Hindu - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 16:44
As the Bengal poll campaign has reached its peak, the contest is gathering pace between the Lakshmir Bhandar of the Trinamool Congress and the Matri Shakti Vandan Yojana of the Bharatiya Janata Party 
Categories: National News

When Vijay came knocking on voters’ doors in Perambur

Times of India - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 16:44
The campaign was held at Jawahar Street in Bharathi Nagar, located next to the party’s election office.
Categories: National News

AI-Powered Loyal Wingman Jets: HAL’s CATS to lead new combat era; UCAVs take high-risk missions

Times of India - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 16:41
The future of aerial combat is shifting towards Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA), also known as loyal wingmen. These AI-equipped, unmanned drones will fly alongside manned fighters, enhancing their combat effectiveness and survivability. CCAs can perform diverse roles like reconnaissance, electronic warfare, and even strike missions, all without risking pilot lives.
Categories: National News

U.S.-Iran tension will not deter Haj pilgrims, say officials

Hindu - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 16:40
The first batch of Haj pilgrims this year will depart on April 18 from various embarkation points in India
Categories: National News

Man held with suspected MDMA, ecstasy pills in Kochi

Hindu - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 16:39
He allegedly supplied narcotic substances to the youths who were arrested from a star hotel at Kadavanthra recently
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Eight men arrested in Maharashtra’s Amravati sexual exploitation case

Hindu - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 16:37
While an SIT has been formed by the government to probe the case, some politicians have attempted to give it communal colour by terming it ‘love jihad’
Categories: National News

TCS case: pregnant Nida Khan to move court for anticipatory bail; police quiz her spouse

Hindu - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 16:37
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis says: “TCS is a very serious incident; we are trying to get to the roots of it”
Categories: National News

Poll inducement seizures cross Rs 865 crore in West Bengal, Tamil Nadu ahead of elections

Times of India - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 16:36
West Bengal and Tamil Nadu have collectively seen potential poll inducements worth over Rs 865 crore seized since February 26, 2026. West Bengal leads in liquor seizures, while Tamil Nadu reports the highest value of illegal cash confiscations. Both states are under strict directives from the Election Commission to ensure free and fair elections.
Categories: National News

TCS Nashik case: Company initiates probe, says Nashik unit not shut down

Hindu - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 16:32
TCS said Nida Khan who has been described as an HR manager in some reports was a process associate and did not have any leadership or recruitment-related responsibilities
Categories: National News

'No money is changing hands': Trump rejects $20 bn Iran 'nuclear dust' deal claim

Times of India - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 16:30
Following Operation Epic Fury, Donald Trump announced significant breakthroughs, claiming Iran's nuclear program has been suspended and the Strait of Hormuz reopened. He stated the US will secure "nuclear dust" without financial exchange, asserting Iran's nuclear ambitions are shut down and a broader conflict-ending deal is nearing completion.
Categories: National News

No supply restrictions, says Kerala State Electricity Board

Hindu - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 16:23
This time the demand is high. But we have made all the arrangements for supply from central stations and purchases through power exchanges, says KSEB chairperson
Categories: National News

With PM and HM away, Chief Ministers of BJP-ruled States step up campaign for party in West Bengal

Hindu - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 16:20
Chief Minister of Maharashtra and Assam targeted the Trinamool govt. over decline of industries in the State, while U.P. CM criticised law and order situation in West Bengal
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