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Ireland to end State-supplied accommodation to 16,000 Ukrainians

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 08:40:54 GMT

DUBLIN, Ireland: Nearly 16,000 Ukrainians will, in phases, lose the State-supplied accommodation they have been receiving from the Irish government.

This was decided after the Government reduced the time newly arrived Ukrainian refugees can stay in State accommodation from 90 days to 30 days.

Justice Minister Jim O'Callaghan got approval for the propos

Delhi Police arrest woman posing as domestic help in series of house thefts

Fri, 01 May 2026 22:28:20 GMT

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): Delhi Police has arrested a woman who allegedly posed as a domestic help to carry out thefts in residential houses. The accused has been identified as Sona alias K. Sonia, a 45-year-old resident of the Rohini area, who has previously been involved in multiple criminal cases.

The case came to light on April 19, when Vijay Pal Gupta, a resident of Shalimar Bagh, lodged a complaint re

Labourers are architects of nation-building, says Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah on May Day

Fri, 01 May 2026 21:57:20 GMT

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 1 (ANI): Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said that labourers are the architects of the country's economic and social development.

He was speaking after inaugurating the World Labour Day program organised at the KPCC office on Friday.

'Basavanna had said that bodybuilders are Kailash. No matter what work they do, they should be given equal respect,' Siddaramaiah state

Keralam: Elephant brought for temple festival runs amok near Angamaly; one killed, mahout injured

Fri, 01 May 2026 12:08:22 GMT

Angamaly (Keralam) [India], May 1 (ANI): An elephant that ran amok near the Kidangoor Mahavishnu Temple in Angamaly was finally brought under control using tranquiliser shots, chains and ropes after hours of tense efforts by officials and elephant handlers.

The incident claimed the life of Vishnu, a native of Kollam and the driver of the vehicle that transported the elephant. He was trampled to death while attemp

"Criminal landscape now defined by crypto, cyber crimes; ED conviction rate at 94%": ED Director Rahul Navin

Fri, 01 May 2026 11:40:25 GMT

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): Enforcement Directorate (ED) Director Rahul Navin, on the occasion of 'ED Day', highlighted the evolving nature of financial crimes and the agency's response to emerging challenges.

ED Director Rahul Navin said there has been a shift in the nature of financial crimes, noting a decline in traditional offences like bank and corporate frauds, while emerging threats now include cryptoc

Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference to kick off in Surat, focus on MSMEs, investments and women entrepreneurs

Fri, 01 May 2026 09:42:50 GMT

Surat (Gujarat) [India], May 1 (ANI): Surat is all set to host the two-day Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference at the AURO University, which is set to be attended by Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, Deputy CM Harsh Sanghavi and several other Union Ministers.

Director of iNDEXTb Keyur C Sampat praised the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference, terming it as a medium to connect all the MSMEs and startups at the regio

Max Meizlish: Inside Mojtaba Khamenei's Global Kleptocracy

Fri, 01 May 2026 08:21:37 GMT

WASHINGTON -- The transition of power in the Islamic republic has long been whispered about in the corridors of Tehran, but the ascension of Mojtaba Khamenei in March as the country's third supreme leader -- following the death of his father, Ali Khamenei, in an air strike -- has fundamentally altered the nature of the Iranian state.

For years, Mojtaba was the ultimate known unknown -- a shadowy power broker who

Iran embassy slams "fabricated" UK terror claims, warns of potential "false flag" operations

Fri, 01 May 2026 03:27:34 GMT

London [UK], May 1 (ANI): The Iranian Embassy in London has hit back at what it describes as a 'fabricated negative media environment' within the United Kingdom, dismissing claims that suggest Tehran is connected to recent violent occurrences across the country.

In an extensive statement shared via social media platform X, the diplomatic mission asserted that 'such baseless accusations against [the] Islamic Repub

"They remember Purvanchalis only for votes": AAP slams BJP over Jaffarpur shooting incident

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:32:32 GMT

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Thursday held the BJP's politics of 'hatred' responsible for the shooting of a youth in Delhi's Jaffarpur, stating he was targeted for being from Bihar.

Senior leader Mahabal Mishra said this hostility has now seeped into state institutions, with Biharis and Purvanchalis increasingly coming under attack.

Referring to the April 25 incident in whi

France targets fossil fuel phaseout by 2050, unveils roadmap

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:31:30 GMT

Paris [France], May 1 (ANI): France has released a detailed national strategy titled 'France's Roadmap for Transitioning away from Fossil Fuels,' outlining how the country plans to eliminate dependence on coal, oil and fossil gas by 2050 as part of its carbon neutrality goals.

According to the April 2026 report, fossil fuels accounted for less than 60 per cent of France's final energy consumption in 2023, down fr

Sri Lankan Envoy Colonne celebrates Baishakh with students in Delhi, highlights civilisational ties

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 22:22:31 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 30 (ANI): Sri Lanka's High Commissioner to India, Mahishini Colonne, on Thursday joined students in the national capital to celebrate Baishakh (Buddha Purnima), highlighting the cultural and spiritual traditions associated with Buddhism and the deep civilisational links between India and Sri Lanka.

Speaking to ANI during the event, Colonne said the celebration reflected a shared cultural

Wanted Ukrainian Tycoons Family Ties To Russia War Revealed

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 19:18:58 GMT

A sanctioned mining concern that was formerly owned by the holding company of a Ukrainian tycoon suspected of treason and remains in his familys hands continues to operate and pays millions in taxes to Moscow, an RFE/RL investigation has determined.

Schemes, the investigative unit of RFE/RLs Ukrainian Service, also found that billionaire former lawmaker Vadym Novynskiy appears to have settled in Croatia, where he

I-League 3: Late drama earns Zinc Football Academy a point against Mumbay FC

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 18:18:34 GMT

Imphal (Manipur)[India], April 30 (ANI): Zinc Football Academy (ZFA) played out a thrilling 2-2 draw against I-League 3: Late drama earns Zinc Football Academy a point against Mumbay FC in their second Group B fixture of the I-League 3, with a dramatic late equaliser capping off an intense contest at the SAI Turf Ground in Imphal.

It was a game that tested character and ZFA responded strongly after Mumbay FC used

Uttarakhand CM Dhami hails elderly as 'strong roots of society' at Haldwani event

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 18:11:25 GMT

Haldwani (Uttarakhand) [India], April 30 (ANI): Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Thursday attended the 'Senior Citizen Honour and Sports Festival-2026' held at Dr. Sushila Tiwari Government Medical College in Haldwani.

Addressing the gathering, the Chief Minister said that the elderly hold a very important place in society, and respecting them is the hallmark of any civilised community. He descri

Zinc Football Academy clinches back-to-back Rajasthan League A Division title

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:35:46 GMT

Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], April 30 (ANI): Hindustan Zinc's Zinc Football Academy has successfully defended its title, emerging as champions of the Rajasthan League Senior Men's A-division 2025-26 for the second consecutive year. This victory marks the academy's third championship, and the title was achieved with their youngest-ever winning squad, capping off a dominant season against seven of Rajasthan's top-tier tea

Ukrainian press gang attacked with assault rifle

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:23:46 GMT

Two officers in Rivne Region were wounded in the latest violent incident as Kievs mobilization drive turns increasingly bloody

Two Ukrainian officers have been injured in Rivne Region after a 48-year-old man opened fire with an assault rifle on Territorial Recruitment Center (TCC) personnel who approached him to check his documents.

According to police reports, the attack took place on Wedn

Ukrainian press gang attacked with assault rifle

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:23:46 GMT

Two officers in Rivne Region were wounded in the latest violent incident as Kievs mobilization drive turns increasingly bloody

According to police reports, the attack took place on Wedn

J-K: 11-year-old boy killed, another minor injured by lightning strike hitting house in Kathua

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:34:46 GMT

Kathua (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], April 30 (ANI): An 11-year-old boy was killed and another minor injured after a lightning strike hit a residential house in Bani tehsil of Kathua district late Wednesday evening, officials said.

The official added that the bolt reportedly entered through a window and struck the children inside a room.

According to official sources, the lightning struck the house of Tulsi

Avian "feces bombardment" haunts Chinese owners of aggressive pets

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 02:18:27 GMT

BEIJING, April 30 (Xinhua) -- A black bird swoops down, deliberately splattering its droppings at a pet cat pawing behind windowpane. What sounds like a Tom and Jerry scene is, for some pet owners in China, a real-life nuisance.

From east China's Jiangsu, Zhejiang and Anhui provinces to central China's Hubei Province, many have recently shared videos of pets, homes and even people being "bombarded" by birds, not

Pakistan Army launches strikes along Afghanistan border; Taliban urges end to clashes

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 00:32:55 GMT

Islamabad [Pakistan], April 30 (ANI): Pakistan Army on Wednesday intensified operations along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border under Operation Ghazab lil-Haq, targeting positions of Afghan Taliban and offshoot of Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) Fitna al-Khawarij in response to what it termed 'unprovoked aggression,' even as Taliban officials called for an end to hostilities amid rising humanitarian concerns.

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Delhi govt holds stakeholder consultation on Draft EV Policy 2026 under chairmanship of Transport Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 22:54:16 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 29 (ANI): The Government of NCT of Delhi on Wednesday convened a Stakeholder Consultation Conference on the Draft EV Policy 2026, bringing together key players from across the electric mobility ecosystem.

The consultation aimed to gather actionable feedback and recommendations from industry stakeholders to support the evidence-based refinement and finalisation of the policy, according to

Delhi: AAP alleges hate motive in Bindapur youth killing, meets victim's family

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 22:21:30 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 29 (ANI): The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Wednesday claimed the BJP's politics of hatred was responsible for the killing of a youth in Delhi's Bindapur, stating that he was shot dead solely for being 'Bihari.'

A delegation led by senior party leader and MLA Sanjeev Jha visited the victim's family, offered condolences, and termed the incident deeply shameful.

According to a party releas

Chhattisgarh Cabinet approves Urban Gas Distribution Policy 2026 to expand PNG network

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 22:10:16 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 29 (ANI): The Chhattisgarh government has officially approved the Urban Gas Distribution Policy 2026 to broaden access to piped natural gas (PNG) across urban regions, reinforcing the State's commitment to India's clean energy transition. The decision, which aims to strengthen City Gas Distribution (CGD) coverage, was finalized during a State Cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Vishnu Deo

Footage purports to show Israeli troops looting in Lebanon

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 17:01:51 GMT

RTs Charlotte Dubenskij examines the accusations and IDFs response

Footage appearing to show Israeli soldiers looting homes in southern Lebanon and filming themselves "joking around" while damaging property has emerged on social media.

The images come amid the fallout from the report by Haaretz last week alleging that looting by Israeli troops was widespread, with commanders turning a blind

Footage purports to show Israeli troops looting in Lebanon (VIDEO)

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 17:01:51 GMT

RT's Charlotte Dubenskij examines the accusations and IDF's response

Footage appearing to show Israeli soldiers looting homes in southern Lebanon and filming themselves "joking around" while damaging property has emerged on social media.

The images come amid the fallout from the report by Haaretz last

Settler pogroms in Palestine are part of Israels policy

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:30:47 GMT

Armed colonists burn, beat, and kill with near-total impunity because their violence serves a larger system of land theft and expulsion

Almost daily, there are updates on brutal attacks by armed Israeli settlers - really, colonists - against Palestinians. They shoot or ferociously beat - sometimes to the point of murder - Palestinian civilians, male and female, young and old, including entire fam

"NDA clear alternative to inept govts led by TMC and DMK": Piyush Goyal

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:11:17 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 29 (ANI): Union Minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday claimed that the BJP-led NDA will retain power in Assam for the third time and Puducherry, and will be voted to power in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu after the results for the assembly elections for the four states, along with the Union Territory, are announced on May 4.

The top BJP leader also lashed out at the ruling Trinamool Congress in

Radiation Levels 70 Times Above Normal Found in Sofia Neighborhood

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:09:00 GMT

An urgent inspection was ordered in Sofia's Malinova Dolina district after reports of possible radiation contamination at the former site of the Central Isotope Repository. Acting Energy Minister Traycho Traykov personally attended the inspection following a signal alleging radioactive pollution in the area.

Specialized teams from the State Enterprise ?Radioactive Waste? carried out a full on-site survey using fi

"Why push a project people oppose?": Siddaramaiah backs Rahul Gandhi over Great Nicobar project concerns

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:33:17 GMT

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], April 29 (ANI): Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Wednesday raised concerns over the development project in Great Nicobar Island, alleging large-scale clearing of rainforests and lack of consultation with local communities.

He said the project ignores ecological impact and questioned the Centre's approach.

He backed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's stand, saying he has h

PM Modi thanks Bengal's "great people" for high voter turnout, urges continued participation in "festival of democracy"

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:30:11 GMT

Hardoi (Uttar Pradesh) [India], April 29 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday expressed gratitude to the people of West Bengal for the high voter turnout recorded in the second phase of polling, which is currently underway in the state.

Addressing a public gathering in Hardoi, the Prime Minister said he appreciated the 'great people of Bengal' for coming out in large numbers to exercise their franchis

"Main issue here is ecological theft": Rahul Gandhi alleges corruption in Andaman and Nicobar Islands

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:27:05 GMT

Vijaya Puram (Andaman and Nicobar Islands) [India], April 29 (ANI): Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday alleged large-scale land grabbing, ecological destruction and administrative corruption in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, claiming that tribal rights and environmental safeguards were being undermined.

The Raebareli MP added that settlers and tribals aren't getting proper

"You'd be speaking French": King Charles III playfully roasts Trump with historical jab at White House state dinner

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:52:32 GMT

Washington, DC [US], April 29 (ANI): In a display of diplomatic wit and historic levity, King Charles III playfully roasted US President Donald Trump during a White House state dinner on Tuesday. The British monarch suggested that, had it not been for British intervention in North America, Americans might currently be speaking French.

The light-hearted exchange occurred as both leaders affirmed the strength of th

King Charles jokes about burning of White House

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:51:46 GMT

The British monarch commented on Donald Trumps decision to demolish the historic East Wing to construct a grand ballroom

King Charles III has cracked a joke about US President Donald Trump's controversial White House ballroom project, comparing it to the burning of the iconic building by British troops in 1814. He also issued what was widely seen as a subtle rebuke of Trump's criticism of NATO am

"After Bihar, Gujarat local body polls, BJP going to complete hat-trick of wins": PM Modi amid Phase 2 polling in W Bengal

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:50:09 GMT

Hardoi (Uttar Pradesh) [India], April 29 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday expressed confidence in the BJP's victory in the Assembly elections in four States and one Union Territory, including West Bengal.

The polling for the second phase of West Bengal Assembly elections began this morning, while polls were held in Tamil Nadu, Keralam, Assam and Puducherry concluded earlier this month.

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Balochistan crackdown: Fresh operation in Noshki triggers widespread civilian concerns

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:41:53 GMT

Balochistan [Pakistan], April 29 (ANI): Pakistani authorities have initiated a new military operation in the Mal-Maki area of Noshki district, Balochistan, intensifying an already tense security environment. According to local accounts, a significant deployment of security forces has led to widespread search operations and strict movement controls across the town, as reported by The Balochistan Post.

According to

Spanish PM Sparks Debate: Move to Legalize Half a Million Migrants

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:40:00 GMT

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Snchez has urged mayors across the country to support the government's plan to regularize the status of hundreds of thousands of undocumented migrants, framing the initiative as part of a broader effort to promote integration and social cohesion.

The process, which began around two weeks ago, aims to legalize the status of nearly half a million foreign nationals already living in Spai

Rahul Gandhi pays obeisance at Campbell Bay gurdwara in Andaman and Nicobar Islands

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 08:24:14 GMT

Campbell Bay (Andaman and Nicobar Islands) [India], April 29 (ANI): Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday paid obeisance at Shree Singh Sabha Gurdwara during his visit to the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

Rahul Gandhi visited the religious site in Campbell Bay and offered prayers and interacted briefly with members of the Sikh community present there.

Earlier today, Cong

Modon announces sell-out of Tara Park on Reem Island for AED2 billion

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 08:06:06 GMT

ABU DHABI, 29th April, 2026 (WAM) -- Modon has announced the sell-out of Tara Park, a residential development on Reem Island, with the project generating approximately AED2 billion in sales.

The milestone reflects strong investor confidence and sustained demand, underscoring the emirate's growing position as a global safe-haven investment destination.

Tara Park comprises six residential towers with 834 apa

China's housing market edges toward rebound, stability

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 07:17:57 GMT

BEIJING, April 29 (Xinhua) -- China's property market, after a period of adjustment, is showing tentative signs of recovery, with transaction volumes in major cities rising in March and month-on-month price declines easing into flat or modest gains, indicating a gradual return of buyer confidence and improving market liquidity.

SIGNS OF REBOUND

Nationwide, 14 of 70 large and medium-sized cities saw new home

West Bengal 2nd phase polls: ISKCON monks chant 'bhajans' before casting vote in Kolkata

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 06:53:00 GMT

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], April 29 (ANI): Monks associated with The International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) in Kolkata were seen chanting 'Hare Rama, Hare Krishna' and other devotional bhajans as they headed out to vote during the second phase of polling in West Bengal.

Radharaman Das, Vice President and spokesperson of ISKCON Kolkata, described the act as a reflection of Indian tradition. H

TMC candidate Chandrima Bhattacharya cast vote, alleges "EVM malfunctioned, voting at slower pace"

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 06:43:57 GMT

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], April 29 (ANI): West Bengal Minister and TMC candidate from Dum Dum Uttar Assembly constituency, Chandrima Bhattacharya, cast her vote at polling booth number 126 in Dakshin Calcutta Arya Vidyalaya in Kolkata on Wednesday.

Speaking to voters, Bhattacharya alleged that the Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) had malfunctioned at the polling booth.

'I have exercised my democratic ri

UP: Massive fire breaks out at Gaur Green Avenue residential complex in Ghaziabad

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 06:35:44 GMT

Indirapuram (Uttar Pradesh) [India], April 29 (ANI): A massive fire broke out at Gaur Green Avenue in the Abhay Khand area of Indirapuram in Ghaziabad on Wednesday, triggering panic among residents.

Fire tenders were rushed to the spot soon after the incident was reported, and efforts are underway to bring the fire under control.

The cause of the fire is yet to be ascertained. No casualties have been report

Rahul Gandhi alleges "destruction dressed in development's language" in Great Nicobar, calls project a 'scam'

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 06:31:38 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 29 (ANI): Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday criticised the Centre's development push in Great Nicobar, alleging large-scale environmental destruction and displacement of local communities, and termed the project one of the 'biggest scams' against the country's natural and tribal heritage.

Sharing a post on X, Raebareli MP said he recently travelled through Great Nicobar and expres

BJP's Rashbehari candidate Swapan Dasgupta cast vote, says "Bengal will set new trend of having peaceful polls"

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 04:28:27 GMT

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], April 29 (ANI): As polling for the second phase of the 2026 Assembly elections is underway across 142 constituencies in West Bengal, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Rashbehari constituency candidate Swapan Dasgupta on Wednesday cast his vote here, urging voters to turnout in large numbers.

Speaking to ANI after he cast his vote in Rashbehari constituency, Dasgupta praised the Election

BJP's Sonarpur Dakshin candidate Roopa Ganguly arrives to cast vote at polling station in Kolkata

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 04:23:19 GMT

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], April 29 (ANI): BJP candidate from Sonarpur Dakshin assembly seat, Roopa Ganguly, on Wednesday arrived at a polling booth in Kolkata to cast her vote, as voting across 142 assembly seats in the second phase of West Bengal elections commenced earlier in the day.

Speaking to ANI, Ganguly discussed issues with the Electronic Voting Machine, which she had fixed.

'There was a slig

West Bengal 2nd phase polls: BJP candidate Biman Ghosh cast vote, says "TMC private limited company of aunt, nephew will shut down"

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 03:35:27 GMT

Hooghly (West Bengal) [India], April 29 (ANI): BJP candidate from Pursurah assembly seat, Biman Ghosh, cast his vote in Hooghly, as polling across 142 seats in West Bengal commenced on Wednesday.

Speaking to ANI, Ghosh appealed to voters to come out of their homes and exercise their voting right. He further hoped for peaceful elections in the state, expressing confidence in the BJP's victory in the elections.

Newly appointed India's High Commissioner to Bangladesh Dinesh Trivedi casts vote in Kolkata's Ballygunge

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 03:29:17 GMT

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], April 29 (ANI): Newly appointed India's High Commissioner to Bangladesh, Dinesh Trivedi, cast his vote at the United Missionary Primary Teachers Training Institute polling station in Kolkata's Ballygunge, as polling for the second phase of West Bengal elections commenced on Wednesday.

Speaking to ANI, Trivedi termed the elections a 'festival of democracy' and 'heritage' of the coun

King Charles III reaffirms US-UK military ties and swaps jests with Trump at state dinner

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 03:28:14 GMT

Washington, DC [US], April 29 (ANI): Highlighting the enduring strength of the transatlantic bond, Britain's King Charles III emphasised the vital nature of the US and UK trade and defence partnership during a formal address following remarks by President Donald Trump.

The monarch underscored the historical depth of the alliance, noting the shared sacrifices made by both nations. 'Our people have fought and falle

China expands community-based elderly care as its population ages

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 02:15:36 GMT

LANZHOU, April 29 (Xinhua) -- From having affordable and nutritious lunches at a "Happiness Canteen" to attending weekly vocal music and dance classes, elderly residents in Zaolinxi Community in Lanzhou, capital of northwest China's Gansu Province, are enjoying fulfilling lives.

Around 11 a.m., the aroma of food wafted from the canteen in Zaolinxi Community. Yang Yongkui, a 78-year-old resident, slowly walked int

Karachi residents store gas in balloons for cooking amid fuel shortage

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 00:14:43 GMT

Karachi [Pakistan], April 29 (ANI): Residents of Karachi have resorted to storing gas in plastic balloons in parts of Karachi as prolonged gas load-shedding and low pressure continue to disrupt daily life, according to a report by ARY News.

The alarming practice has surfaced particularly in Karachi's Orangi Town area, including Mominabad, where residents say they have been left with little choice due to inconsist

"Zero-error, zero-tolerance": New NTA Chief Abhishek Singh outlines high-tech overhaul for India's exam season

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 23:21:39 GMT

By Naveen Nishant

New Delhi [India], April 29 (ANI): Amidst the high-pressure window of India's national entrance season, the newly appointed Director General of the National Testing Agency (NTA), Abhishek Singh, has declared a mandate of absolute integrity.

Singh, a 1995-batch IAS officer with a deep background in digital infrastructure, has taken the helm at a critical juncture as nearly 10 million studen

What Makes an Elevator Truly Premium? It's Not What You Think

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 14:02:00 GMT

HT Syndication

New Delhi [India], April 28: In the language of modern real estate, 'premium' is everywhere. It finds its way into brochures, sales conversations, and architectural storytelling, often tied to finishes, materials, and visual appeal. Marble-clad lobbies, ambient lighting, imported surfaces. The assumption is simple: if it looks expensive, it must be premium.

But when it comes to elevators, the

'Sapne Vs Everyone Season 2' actors Ambrish Verma, Paramvir Singh, Vijayant Kohli tease high-stakes conflict, character arcs

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:22:50 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 28 (ANI): Actors Ambrish Verma, Paramvir Singh Cheema, and Vijayant Kohli of 'Sapne Vs Everyone Season 2' have offered fresh insights into the highly anticipated upcoming instalment, teasing a deeper narrative arc for their respective characters.

Speaking to ANI, Ambrish Verma, who also writes and directs the show, opened up about the challenges in the second season.

'Yo

Indian SF mentor elite African troops in urban combat drills at multinational special forces drill Flintlock 2026

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 11:35:19 GMT

Abidjan [Ivory Coast], April 28 (ANI): Indian Special Operations Forces (SOF) are playing a key role at Exercise Flintlock 2026, where they are mentoring Guinean troops and training alongside them in urban combat techniques in Ivory Coast.

During the exercise on April 24, Indian SOF personnel worked closely with Guinean special forces to share methods for breaching and clearing residential structures in close-qua

Srinagar Police cracks down: Rs 1.5 crore assets of drug peddler attached

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 11:04:33 GMT

Srinagar (Jammu and kashmir) [India], April 28 (ANI): Continuing its intensified crackdown against drug trafficking under the ongoing Nasha Mukt Jammu and Kashmir Abhiyaan, Srinagar Police has attached immovable property worth approximately Rs 1.5 crore belonging to a notorious drug peddler.

As per the release, 'Police Station Rainawari, acting under the provisions of Section 68-F of the Narcotic Drugs and Psycho

Domestic capital drives 76% of India's real estate investment, foreign inflows stay muted: Report

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:59:22 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 28 (ANI): Domestic institutional investors continued to dominate India's real estate sector for the third consecutive quarter, driven by global macroeconomic uncertainties impacting foreign inflows and rising confidence in domestic market fundamentals, according to a report by Cushman & Wakefield.As per the firm's Q1 2026 Capital MarketBeat report, domestic investors accounted for 76 per ce

Melania Trump slams Jimmy Kimmel for widow joke

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 08:00:51 GMT

The ABC late-night TV host compared the US first lady to an expectant widow two days before a gunfire scare at a White House dinner

US First Lady Melania Trump has called on ABC to fire late-night TV host Jimmy Kimmel over a sketch in which he referred to her as "an expectant widow" - just two days before a gunfire scare at the White House Correspondents' Dinner.

In a sketch on 'Jimmy Kimme

Sikkim: PM Modi inaugurates, lays foundation stone of development projects worth Rs 4,000 Cr

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 06:35:11 GMT

Gangtok (Sikkim) [India], April 28 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday inaugurated and laid the foundation stone of multiple development projects worth over Rs 4,000 crore during the closing ceremony of Sikkim's 50th Year of Statehood celebrations held at Paljor Stadium in Gangtok.

According to a press release issued by the Prime Minister's Office (PMO), these projects span a wide range of sectors, inc

Sikkim: PM Modi visits Orchidarium in Gangtok, witnesses ecological and floral heritage

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 05:38:40 GMT

Gangtok (Sikkim) [India], April 28 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday visited the Orchidarium in Gangtok during his two-day visit to Sikkim, witnessing the state's rich ecological and floral heritage.

The Prime Minister was accompanied by Sikkim Governor Om Prakash Mathur and Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang during the visit.

Swarnajayanti Maitri Manjari Park in Gangtok has been developed as a s

PM Narendra Modi plays football with youngsters in Gangtok, shares snippets on social media

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 05:27:21 GMT

Gangtok (Sikkim) [India], April 28 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday shared glimpses of himself playing football with youngsters in Gangtok, highlighting a lighter moment during his visit to the northeastern state.

https://x.com/narendramodi/status/2048971961653735629?s=20

Taking to social media platform X, the Prime Minis

NFL impersonator pleads guilty on wire fraud, identity theft charges

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 01:40:34 GMT

(Photo credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images)

A former University of Alabama football player on Monday pleaded guilty to committing fraud in taking millions of dollars from investors by pretending to be NFL players.

Luther Davis, 37, worked in concert with another individual, CJ Evins, 29, in donning disguises, including makeup and wigs, to impersonate NFL players to secure investments and loans from multiple in

Taliban accuses Pakistan of cross-border strikes killing 4 in Afghanistan; Islamabad denies claims as 'blatant lie' amid peace talks

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 00:04:04 GMT

Kabul [Afghanistan], April 28 (ANI): The Taliban accused Pakistan of launching cross-border mortar and rocket attacks in eastern Afghanistan's Kunar province on Monday, claiming that at least four people were killed and dozens injured, as tensions escalated between the two neighbours amid fragile peace talks.

According to Taliban authorities, the attacks targeted civilian areas in Asadabad, the capital of Kunar p

NCST issues notice to Odisha officials over tribal girl's death, mass food poisoning at Mayurbhanj Ashram School

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 23:43:04 GMT

Mayurbhanj (Odisha) [India], April 28 (ANI): The National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST) has taken serious cognisance of the tragic death of a 12-year-old tribal girl and the hospitalisation of over 100 students following a mass food poisoning incident at a government-run residential school in Odisha's Mayurbhanj district.

The Commission has issued formal notices to the Mayurbhanj District Collector, the

"Lotus has become Lootus": Jairam Ramesh takes dig at BJP over merger of seven AAP MPs

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 23:10:57 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 28 (ANI): Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Monday took potshots at the BJP over the 'merger' of seven AAP Rajya Sabha MPs, saying that the ruling party at the Centre had serious questions on their integrity till recently and possible ED raids against them will not happen now.

In a post on X, Jairam Ramesh said the decision of Rajya Sabha Chairman CP Radhakrishnan to accept the merger of t

Melania Trump urges ABC "to take a stand" against Jimmy Kimmel, says his "monologue about my family isn't comedy"

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 22:39:10 GMT

Washington DC [US], April 27 (ANI): First Lady of the US, Melania Trump, has urged broadcaster ABC to 'take a stand' against late-night host Jimmy Kimmel, accusing him of using 'hateful and violent rhetoric' that she said is 'intended to divide our country,' according to Variety.

In a post on X, Melania Trump strongly criticised Kimmel and questioned ABC's continued support for the comedian.

'Kimmel's hate

Inspire Institute of Sport launches residential Taekwondo programme in partnership with SAI

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:27:17 GMT

Bellary (Karnataka) [India], April 27 (ANI): The Inspire Institute of Sport (IIS), in collaboration with the Sports Authority of India (SAI), has announced the launch of a residential taekwondo programme in Bellary aimed at developing athletes capable of competing for Olympic success.

The programme brings together 24 athletes - 12 men and 12 women, between the ages of 16 and 26, identified through an extensive na

PM Modi holds roadshow in Gangtok

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 15:55:27 GMT

Gangtok (Sikkim) [India], April 27 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday held a roadshow in Gangtok and was warmly welcomed by people who enthusiastically cheered and waved as his convoy made its way through the city.

The Prime Minister is on a two-day visit to the state, during which he will take part in the closing ceremony of Sikkim's 50th year of statehood celebrations.

The Prime Minister will

Trump Turnberry passed over for '28 Open Championship

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 15:05:08 GMT

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The 2028 Open Championship was awarded to England's Royal Lytham & St Annes Golf Club on Monday.

The official announcement from the R&A means Scotland's Trump Turnberry must wait until at least 2029 to host the Open.

'Turnberry is still in our thinking,' R&A CEO Mark Darbon said Monday at Royal Birkdale Golf Club during media day for this year's

Ravi riverbed encroachments stall flood-protection project in Pak; experts warn of monsoon devastation

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:10:47 GMT

Lahore [Pakistan] April 27 (ANI): The delay in clearing encroachments from the Ravi riverbed has stalled the second phase of a crucial flood-protection project, raising concerns of potential devastation during the upcoming monsoon season, as reported by Dawn.

According to officials from the Ravi Urban Development Authority (Ruda), construction of phase-2 embankments has not yet begun due to the presence of both t

BJP's Smriti Irani attacks TMC, calls corruption and law-and-order issues 'Trinamool culture'

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 09:05:49 GMT

By Suchitra Mukherjee

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], April 27 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Smriti Irani on Monday launched a sharp attack on the Trinamool Congress, alleging corruption and misgovernance in the state.

He said that issues like the RG Kar case, alleged scams, and law and order concerns reflect 'Trinamool's culture' and not Bengal's tradition.

Speaking to ANI in Kolkata, Ir

Dubai Residential REIT reports 4.8% revenue growth, 98.9% occupancy in Q1

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 07:07:00 GMT

DUBAI, 27th April, 2026 (WAM) -- Dubai Residential REIT, managed by DHAM REIT Management LLC, on Monday reported solid operational performance for the three-month period ended 31st March 2026 (Q1'26), supported by sustained rental growth, high occupancy levels and continued demand across its diversified residential portfolio.

According to a press release, revenue increased by 8.4 percent year-on-year (YoY), suppo

Native attorney: SCOTUS ruling axes protections for Native voters

Fri, 01 May 2026 03:20:51 GMT

Native American advocates say a Supreme Court ruling this week that deemed racial redistricting under the Voting Rights Act unconstitutional significantly weakens protections for Native voters.

The Voting Rights Act historically served to protect minority groups from racial discrimination in voting

Higher costs, fewer services for Iowa dialysis patients

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 00:08:16 GMT

By Rebekah Sager for the Wisconsin Independent.

Broadcast version by Mark Moran for Iowa News Service reporting for the Wisconsin Independent-Public News Service Collaboration

Virginia lawmakers approve paid family leave, equal pay laws

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 00:07:26 GMT

By Josh Israel for the Virginia Independent.

Broadcast version by Zamone Perez for Virginia News Connection reporting for the Virginia Independent-Public News Service Collab

Wind energy pumping millions into Michigan schools

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 00:36:07 GMT

As Michigan leans further into renewable energy, some backers said the payoff is showing up in unexpected places.
One education leader said wind farms are providing a financial boost for Michigan schools, bringing in millions for infrastructure upgrades, technology and debt relief without raising taxes.
Paul Hungerford, superintendent of the

MI educator says wind energy pumping millions into schools

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 00:36:07 GMT

As Michigan leans further into renewable energy, some backers said the payoff is showing up in unexpected places.
One education leader said wind farms are providing a financial boost for Michigan schools, bringing in millions for infrastructure upgrades, technology and debt relief without raising taxes.
Paul Hungerford, superintendent of the

Ohio family reflects on foster care success story

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 00:26:13 GMT

May is National Foster Care Awareness Month and foster families across Ohio are sharing stories of how they were brought together.
Brothers Caleb and Dylan w

Israel Bankrolls War Crimes in Occupied Syrian Golan

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 21:30:00 GMT

(Beirut) - The Israeli government has approved a $334 million plan to transfer thousands more Israeli civilians into the occupied Syrian Gol

Sudan: Children in Darfur face a deeper crisis and far less attention 20 years after global outcry

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 03:34:42 GMT

New UNICEF Child Alert warns violence, hunger, and displacement are once again defining childhood in one of Sudan's most conflict-affected regions
PORT SUDAN/NEW YORK/GENEVA, 28 April 2026 - Twenty years after Darfur captured global attention as violence devastated communities and displaced millions in Sudan, children in the region are again trapped in a catastrophic crisis - but with le

NV educators call for bill to sustain school funding, salary gains

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 00:13:18 GMT

A new report from the National Education Association found Nevada made the most progress of any state on raising educators’ salaries from 2024 to 2025 and supporters recommended legislation to sustain the gains.
During the last legislative session, the state gave

Report: New gas-fired power plants could pose risk for Mississippians

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 00:29:14 GMT

Mississippi Power operates both coal- and gas-fired power plants across the state and there has been a recent push nationwide to increase the number of power plants in operation to meet a surge in demand, including for new data centers coming online.
Proponents said methane, mar

New bill forces Utah data center to disclose water use estimates

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 00:28:17 GMT

Utah has taken steps to rein in water use by large data centers but conservationists and other advocates said more needs to be done to protect the state's dwindling water resources.
Lawmakers recently passed the Data Center Water Transparency Amendments, which require server farm developers to provid

Browns officially break ground on new Huntington Bank Field

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 22:02:05 GMT

The new enclosed stadium and Phase 1 of the mixed-use development are set to open in 2029
Kelsey Russo
The Haslam Sports Group (HSG) alongside a joint venture of AECOM Hunt and Turner Construction Company and HKS today announced the groundbreaking of the new Huntington Bank Field, the future home of the Cleveland Browns starting in the 2029 season. The groundbreaking ceremony held at the new site in Brook

Dee Winters on joining Cowboys: 'This is a huge year for me'

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 15:53:27 GMT

Tommy Yarrish
FRISCO, TexasDee Winters was moving into his new home in Arlington, Texas last Friday night when he got a call from Cowboys COO/co-owner Stephen Jones.
Dallas traded a fifth-round pick to the 49ers for Winters, who had just wrapped up his third NFL season in San Francisco.
"Honestly, I wasn't expecting it at all. I was surprised quite a bit" Winters said of the news. "I

Darren Woodson "honored" with the Caleb Downs comparisons

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 22:32:30 GMT

Nick Eatman
FRISCO, TexasIt's been more than 20 years since Darren Woodson donned a Cowboys uniform, so his days of watching film are long gone. But the legendary safety doesn't have to live in the film room to know the Cowboys just landed another great safety.
"I think Caleb Downs is a phenomenal pick," Woodson said following Thursday night's selection. "I'm not going to sit here and say I

Where Americans are heading: Top five countries

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT

In recent years, there has been a significant increase in the number of people leaving America to move to another country compared to previous years. Nowadays, people want to escape high living costs, expensive healthcare and work stress. For many Americans, living abroad is no longer a dream, but a sensible financial plan. Here are the top five countries Americans choose to move to and ways to make the process

Top 10 best crane truck hire companies in Melbourne

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:30:00 GMT

You need reliable crane truck hire in Melbourne to lift, move, and place heavy loads without delays. Whether you manage a construction site, transport machinery, or coordinate commercial deliveries, choosing the right provider affects safety, timing, and cost.
1) Ultimate Crane Trucks
If you need crane truck hire in Melbourne, you can turn to Ultimate Crane Trucks for rel

5 Things to Know About Vikings 3rd Round Draft Pick Caleb Tiernan

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:00:43 GMT

Lindsey Young
EAGAN, Minn.The Vikings used the 97th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft to bring a Wildcat to Minnesota.
Former Northwestern standout Caleb Tiernan told media members shortly after being drafted, "I love purple, so that kind of works out," visibly excited about beginning his NFL journey.
Listed at 6-foot-7 5/8 and 323 pounds, the offensive lineman started 43 straight ga

Global agencies give Australias economy thumbs up

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 22:00:00 GMT

As job losses, inflation and weak growth impact many economies, Australia advances apace, asAlan Austinreports.
AMONG THE LATEST global institutions to commend prime managerAnthony Albaneseand his chief accountantJim Chalmersare the International Monetary Fund (IMF),Knight Frankand Standard & Poors (S&P).
International property consultants Knight Frank released its 20th annual wealthreportlast Thurs

Roundup: Solar panels light up daily life in Yemen's Sanaa amid energy shortages

Fri, 01 May 2026 17:45:16 GMT

By Mohammed Mohammed
SANAA, May 1 (Xinhua) -- In the Yemeni capital of Sanaa, solar panels have become a major source of electricity, helping residents power their homes amid prolonged energy shortages.
Many in Sanaa have turned to renewable energy after a decade-long conflict crippled most of the country's sectors, including the electricity.
A striking presence of dark blue glass are seen across t

Researchers advance safer, scalable indoor solar technology

Fri, 01 May 2026 09:15:08 GMT

SYDNEY, May 1 (Xinhua) -- Researchers in Australia have developed a safer method to produce high-efficiency indoor solar panels without toxic materials, potentially paving the way for wider use in homes and offices.
Chemical engineers at Australia's University of Queensland (UQ) have developed a new fabrication method that eliminates the need for toxic lead and other hazardous solvents in perovskite indoor solar

Iranian FM, Lebanese parliament speaker condemn Israel's "aggressive" actions against Lebanon

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 21:45:12 GMT

TEHRAN/BEIRUT, April 30 (Xinhua) -- Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi and Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri have strongly condemned Israel's "aggressive" actions against Lebanon.
In a phone call, the two sides discussed the latest developments in Lebanon and the West Asia region, peace negotiations between Iran and the United States, and other issues of common concern, read a statement released

Guangzhou offers home trade-in subsidies to support property market

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:46:08 GMT

GUANGZHOU, May 1 (Xinhua) -- Guangzhou will offer subsidies to residents who buy a new home and sell an existing one, as the southern Chinese metropolis moves to support housing demand and stabilize its property market.
The city has issued a package of eight measures, including raising housing provident fund loan limits and launching a temporary subsidy program for home upgrades, according to the General Office

9 killed in Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon as leaders urge int'l pressure to probe ceasefire violations

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:45:23 GMT

BEIRUT, April 30 (Xinhua) -- At least nine people were killed, including two children and five women, in Israeli airstrikes on southern Lebanon since early Thursday, Lebanon's Health Ministry said on Thursday, as Lebanon's leaders slammed continuing Israeli violations of the ceasefire.
The Lebanese Health Ministry said in a statement that in an initial toll, nine people, including two children and five women, we

2 men in Australia accused of using drone to deliver drugs

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 05:45:12 GMT

SYDNEY, April 30 (Xinhua) -- Police in the Australian state of New South Wales (NSW) have charged two men over an alleged attempt to use a drone to deliver methamphetamine.
The NSW police force said in a statement on Thursday that officers were deployed to reports of two men acting suspiciously at a residential complex in the city of Wollongong, 68 km south of Sydney, on Tuesday night.
Police arrived at t

S. Korea's industrial output grows for 2nd month in March

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 03:45:09 GMT

SEOUL, April 30 (Xinhua) -- South Korea's industrial output grew for a second straight month due to strong demand for semiconductors, statistical ministry data showed Thursday.
The seasonally-adjusted index of all industry production, which excludes the agriculture, livestock and fishery sector, added 0.3 percent in March from a month earlier after expanding 2.1 percent in February, according to the Ministry of

S. Korea's asset-backed securities issuance posts double-digit growth in Q1

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 02:45:07 GMT

SEOUL, April 30 (Xinhua) -- South Korea's asset-backed securities (ABS) issuance posted a double-digit growth in the first quarter due to solid demand for mortgage-backed securities (MBS), financial watchdog data showed Thursday.
The ABS issuance stood at 11.35 trillion won (7.7 billion U.S. dollars) in the January-March quarter, up 36.0 percent compared to the same quarter of 2025, according to the Financial Su

Continued Israeli strikes on Gaza disrupt basic services: UN humanitarians

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 20:15:31 GMT

UNITED NATIONS, April 29 (Xinhua) -- Israeli strikes across the Gaza Strip continue to hit residential areas and disrupt basic services, UN humanitarians said Wednesday.
The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) said that a recent airstrike reportedly hit non-governmental organization workers at a water well in Gaza City. One of them was killed and four were injured.
The well was h

Across China: Avian "feces bombardment" haunts Chinese owners of aggressive pets

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:16:13 GMT

BEIJING, April 29 (Xinhua) -- A black bird swoops down, deliberately splattering its droppings at a pet cat pawing behind windowpane. What sounds like a Tom and Jerry scene is, for some pet owners in China, a real-life nuisance.
From east China's Jiangsu, Zhejiang and Anhui provinces to central China's Hubei Province, many have recently shared videos of pets, homes and even people being "bombarded" by birds, not

Israel carries out demolitions in Syria's Quneitra: war monitor

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:45:16 GMT

DAMASCUS, April 29 (Xinhua) -- Israeli forces detonated hundreds of land mines and carried out demolitions of buildings, including historical sites, in Syria's Quneitra province in recent days, a war monitor said Wednesday, as the United Nations (UN) warned of mounting concerns over the impact on civilians in southern Syria.
The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said Israeli forces exploded about 700 land mine