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Increase the share of taxes to southern states, urges Naidu

Hyderbad, April 17 -- The Andhra Pradesh government on Wednesday urged the Centre to extend special financial assistance to the state to overcome post-bifurcation challenges, such as revenue loss due ... Read More


Finding the right balance between public needs and private interests

India, April 17 -- From the populist surge in the Global North to the debt-laden realities of the post-pandemic Global South, governments are facing a stark reckoning. The key question is: How should ... Read More


When is Good Friday and Easter? How are the dates determined - Details

India, April 17 -- Good Friday this year will be observed on April 18, followed by Easter Sunday on April 20. In the Christian calendar, these dates are significant as they mark the crucifixion and re... Read More


Belgian minister to decide on India's Mehul Choksi extradition request

New Delhi, April 17 -- Arrested by Antwerp police last Saturday, fugitive diamantaire Mehul Choksi will first be produced before the Belgian minister of justice, Annelies Verlinden, who will evaluate ... Read More


Nita Ambani's sparkling diamond jewellery makes her elegant saree for Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla's event a show-stealer

India, April 17 -- Nita Ambani attended the store opening event hosted by designer duo Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla for their eponymous label in Mumbai. The Reliance Foundation chairperson wore an eleg... Read More


Man killed as metro viaduct falls on him in Bengaluru

Bengaluru, April 17 -- A 35-year-old auto driver died after a large concrete barrier from the ongoing metro construction site fell on him at Kogilu Cross in Bengaluru on late Tuesday, police said, add... Read More


Karnataka governor reserves Muslim quota bill for President's assent, says 'no religion-based quota under Constitution'

India, April 17 -- Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot has reserved the Karnataka Transparency in Public Procurements (Amendment) Bill, 2025, which proposes a four per cent reservation for Muslims ... Read More


CR to improve access to LTT, to clear encroachment

India, April 17 -- The Central Railway (CR) plans to reclaim a 300-500-metre encroached stretch connecting Lokmanya Tilak Terminus (LTT) with Vidyavihar railway station on the Main Line. This would im... Read More


On Pak Army chief's 'jugular vein' remark, India's sharp reaction is a question

India, April 17 -- India on Thursday rubbished Pakistan Army chief Gen Asim Munir's remarks describing Kashmir as the "jugular vein" of Pakistan and said Islamabad's only link with Jammu and Kashmir i... Read More


On Pakistan Army chief's 'jugular vein' remark, India's sharp reaction is a question

India, April 17 -- India on Thursday rubbished Pakistan Army chief Gen Asim Munir's remarks describing Kashmir as the "jugular vein" of Pakistan and said Islamabad's only link with Jammu and Kashmir i... Read More