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  India Apr 13, 2026

  India-UK Collaboration: TDB Inks Deal With Casey Aviation To Develop Hybrid ‘Jump Take-Off’ System for Unmanned Aircraft

  The Central government’s Technology Development Board (TDB) entered an agreement with Gurugram-based Casey Aviation Private Limited to develop an advanced hybrid propulsion-based Jump Take-Off (JTO) system for enhancing the operational capabilities of unmanned and light aircraft platforms, an official statement said on Monday.

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  India Apr 13, 2026

  PM Narendra Modi Says, ‘Women’s Participation Will Be the Biggest Guarantee for Our Bright Future,’ at Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam Event

  Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said that growing public discussion around women’s representation reflects the strength of Indian democracy, asserting that the Nari Shakti Vandan initiative will give 'new wings' to the aspirations of women across the country.

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  India Apr 13, 2026

  ISI Espionage Bust: Spy Network Transmitted Live Feed of Mumbai Naval Facilities and Railway Stations to Handlers in Pakistan; Nationwide CCTV Audit Ordered

  The ISI-backed espionage module, which the Ghaziabad Police first busted, had surveyed sensitive locations such as naval facilities and airport zones in Mumbai. They were in the process of installing solar-powered CCTV cameras at these locations and were planning to send the live feed to their handlers in Pakistan.

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  India Apr 13, 2026

  Surendranagar Road Accident: 7 Pilgrims Killed as Speeding Truck Rams Into Group on Lakhtar-Viramgam Highway

  Seven members of a pilgrim group from the Bharwad community were killed and several others injured after a speeding truck ran over them on the Lakhtar-Viramgam highway in Gujarat's Surendranagar district in the early hours of Monday. The accident took place between Chharad and Bhaskarpara villages near Lakhtar at around 1.20 a.m.

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  World Apr 13, 2026

  Tropical Cyclone Maila Kills at Least 11 in Papua New Guinea’s Bougainville

  At least 11 people have died, including eight in a landslide, after Tropical Cyclone Maila hit the autonomous Bougainville region of Papua New Guinea (PNG). PNG media reported on Monday that 11 people were killed in Bougainville, located over 950 km northeast of Port Moresby in the Solomon Sea, amid widespread destruction caused by the cyclone.

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  Business Apr 13, 2026

  Stock Market Crash: Sensex Plunges 1,600 Points, Nifty Slips Below 23,600 as Soaring Oil Prices and Collapse of US-Iran Peace Talks Spook Investors

  Domestic equity benchmarks traded sharply lower on Monday, declining around 2 per cent each amid weak global cues after the US and Iran failed to make progress on peace talks. Sensex plunged as much as 2.16 per cent or 1,675 points to 75,874.85, hitting an intraday low in early trade, while Nifty traded at 23,555, down around 500 points or 2.05 per cent.

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  World Apr 13, 2026

  Iran Blames US ‘Maximalism, Shifting Goalposts, and Blockade Tactics’ As Near-Final ‘Islamabad MoU’ Collapses

  Iran has accused the United States of derailing a potential breakthrough agreement, saying that 'maximalism, shifting goalposts, and blockade tactics' prevented what was 'inches away' from becoming the proposed 'Islamabad MoU', after 21 hours of intense negotiations ended without a deal.

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  Entertainment Apr 12, 2026

  Vijay’s ‘Jana Nayagan’ Leak: Tamil Nadu Police Arrest 6 in Major Crackdown on Film Piracy Case

  In a major breakthrough in the illegal leak of actor and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) leader C. Joseph Vijay's big-budget film 'Jana Nayagan', the Cyber Crime Wing of Tamil Nadu Police has arrested six individuals in connection with the case.

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  World Apr 12, 2026

  Iran-US War: IMF Flags ‘Large’ Global Impact of Conflict, Says Energy Crisis and Inflation Pressures to Persist Into Next Year

  The head of the International Monetary Fund has warned that the Iran war has triggered a “large” global economic shock, disrupting energy supplies and pushing up prices worldwide, with the impact expected to linger well into next year.

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  World Apr 12, 2026

  ‘I Could Take Out Iran in One Day’: Donald Trump Issues Stern Warning to Tehran After Islamabad Talks Stall

  US President Donald Trump on Sunday expressed confidence that Tehran would eventually concede to American demands, while simultaneously issuing a stern warning regarding the potential for total military devastation. Speaking to Fox News, the President suggested that Iran's return to the bargaining table is inevitable. "

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  World Apr 12, 2026

  US-Iran Crisis: Donald Trump Announces Strait of Hormuz Blockade, Says Tehran ‘Unyielding’ on Nuclear Issue

  US President Donald Trump on Sunday announced a sweeping naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, accusing Iran of refusing to abandon its nuclear ambitions despite nearly 20 hours of talks mediated in Pakistan.

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  India Apr 12, 2026

  Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections 2026: Vijay Unveils Welfare, AI Governance Vision; Targets CM MK Stalin

  Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) president Vijay on Sunday outlined an ambitious governance roadmap while sharply criticising Chief Minister M. K. Stalin during an election campaign in Kanyakumari district.

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  Entertainment Apr 12, 2026

  ‘Truly Sad Loss’: Shah Rukh Khan Mourns Asha Bhosle’s Demise, Calls Her Voice a Timeless Icon of Indian Cinema

  Actor Shah Rukh Khan called late legendary singer Asha Bhosle's voice "one of the pillars of Indian cinema". SRK took to his official X (Earlier known as Twitter) handle and dropped a photo of adorably giving a peck on the cheek to Asha Ji.

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  India Apr 12, 2026

  ‘Minor Daughter Lured and Taken Away’: Mother of Kumbh Mela Viral Star Monalisa Bhosle

  Mother of Monalisa Bhosle, who gained public attention after the Kumbh Mela, said on Sunday that her daughter was a minor and was allegedly "lured and taken away". Speaking to IANS, Monalisa's mother, Lata Bhosle said, "My daughter is a minor. They lured her and took her away."

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  World Apr 12, 2026

  India Rejects China’s Attempt To Rename Places, Reaffirms Arunachal Pradesh an ‘Integral and Inalienable Part’

  India rejected China’s “mischievous” move to give “fictitious names” to its places, reaffirming Arunachal Pradesh as an integral part. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal urged Beijing to avoid actions harming ties and undermining efforts to improve understanding between both nations.

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  India Apr 12, 2026

  Hyderabad Cash Heist: 2 CMS Info Systems Employees Abscond With INR 1.20 Crore Meant for ATM Deposits, Police Launch Probe

  Two employees of a cash management agency in Hyderabad allegedly fled with Rs 1.20 crore meant for deposit in the ATMs. According to a complaint lodged by CMS Info Systems Limited with the Hyderabad Police, the two employees were missing for two days.

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  India Apr 12, 2026

  Mamata Banerjee Announces Resolution To Remove BJP From Power at Centre After Winning West Bengal Assembly Elections 2026

  Trinamool Congress supremo and West Bengal Chief Minister, Mamata Banerjee, on Sunday announced a new 'resolution' to remove the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led government from the Centre after winning the upcoming Assembly elections in West Bengal.

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  Sports Apr 12, 2026

  ‘For Us, Tai Was Family,' Sachin Tendulkar Condoles Asha Bhosle’s Passing

  Sachin Tendulkar, who shared a great bond with Asha Bhosle, wrote an emotional message on social media and also said that he will always remember the Padma Vibhushan awardee through her songs.

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  Entertainment Apr 12, 2026

  Asha Bhosle Cause of Death: Breach Candy Hospital Doctor Reveals Legendary Singer Died Due to Multiple Organ Failure

  Legendary singer Asha Bhosle breathed her last at the Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai on Sunday (April 12). She was admitted to the hospital on Saturday (April 11) due to extreme exhaustion and chest pain. Doctors have now confirmed that the singer passed away due to multiple organ failure.

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  Entertainment Apr 12, 2026

  ‘Sorrowful Day for Every Indian’: Amit Shah, Union Ministers Condole Legendary Singer Asha Bhosle’s Demise

  Union Home Minister Amit Shah and several Union ministers on Sunday expressed grief over the passing of legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle, calling it a moment of national loss. The veteran singer died in Mumbai at the age of 92, prompting widespread tributes from political leaders, artists, and the public across the country.