India has achieved a significant milestone in nuclear technology with the successful criticality of the 500 MWe Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR) at Kalpakkam on April 6, 2026. Developed by BHAVINI and

Iran has announced plans to impose a $1-per-barrel toll on oil tankers passing through the Strait of Hormuz, with payments to be made in cryptocurrency. Under the proposed system, vessels will be required to share cargo details electronically, following which authorities will calculate the applicable toll. The payments are expected to be settled in di

Voting began in Puducherry on Thursday, with around 9.5 lakh voters set to decide the fate of the ruling NDA and the opposition INDIA bloc. Polling commenced at 7 am across Puducherry, Karaikal, Mahe, and Yanam, with voters queuing up at polling stations from early morning. The Union Territory has 1,099 polling stations, of which 209 have been identif

Samantha Ruth Prabhu, known for her exceptional acting skills and fitness, recently shared her 8-step power morning routine, offering a glimpse into how she starts her day with energy and motivation. This routine is designed to enhance both mental and physical well-being, setting a positive tone for her entire day. Samantha encourages her followers to try this routine for 21 days, believing that this time frame is enough to create lasting habits and experience significant improvements in one?

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi strongly condemned the rhetoric of U.S. President Donald Trump regarding the potential destruction of civilization in the event of a conflict with

On April 7, 2026, Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Hyderabad (JNTUH), located in Kukatpally, received a bomb threat email through its website. University authorities immediately alerted the

Amid growing speculation about a possible nationwide lockdown in India, Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri has clarified that such rumours are entirely false. In a statement aimed at dispelling public concerns, Puri emphasized that there are no plans for any lockdown or restrictions on public movement. He urged citizens to stay calm, responsible, and united during these uncertain times. Puri took to social media to reassure the public, explaining that the government is closely monito

In a significant ruling for the Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK), a civil court in Chennai has refused to freeze the party’s 'mango' symbol, which has been at the center of a family dispute within the party. The decision, which comes ahead of Tamil Nadu’s upcoming assembly elections, is seen as a win for Anbumani Ramadoss, the son of PMK founder Dr. Ramadoss, as it clears the path for his faction to use the symbol in the elections. Dr. Ramadoss had sought the court's intervention, ar

Edappadi K. Palaniswami (EPS), the AIADMK leader, kicked off his campaign for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections in Chennai, drawing inspiration from the late Jayalalithaa’s iconic campaigning style. EPS began the campaign with a symbolic gesture at the Kapaleeswarar temple in Mylapore, marking the start of his first Assembly polls as the leader of the AIADMK. The scene outside the temple resembled the grand events Jayalalithaa often hosted, with women in traditional attir

Indian airlines are reducing their operations by approximately 10% in response to rising costs and uncertainty stemming from the ongoing Iran conflict. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has released the summer schedule, which shows a reduction in the number of weekly domestic flights from 25,610 to 23,049. This cut affects several airlines, including Air India, IndiGo, SpiceJet, and Akasa Air. The primary reason for the flight reduction is the impact of the Middle Eas

In response to concerns over rising fuel prices amid global tensions, the Indian government has announced a significant reduction in excise duties on petrol and diesel. Starting Friday, the excise duty on petrol has been slashed to Rs 3 per litre, while the excise on diesel has been reduced to zero. This move comes after fears that the ongoing US-Israel conflict with Iran could lead to higher fuel prices, especially as global crude prices surged past $100 per barrel. Despite the dut

The LPG tanker Jag Vasant, carrying 47,600 metric tonnes of LPG, arrived at Gujarat's Vadinar port on Thursday after being stranded in the Strait of Hormuz for 23 days due to escalating tensions in the Middle East. The vessel’s delayed arrival brings much-needed relief amid concerns about potential LPG shortages in India. The ongoing geopolitical instability in the region has disrupted shipping routes, leaving several tankers stranded. This delivery, along with a second L

Starting April 1, India will implement the revised Income-tax Act, 2025, replacing the six-decade-old Income-tax Act of 1961. While tax rates and slabs remain unchanged, significant changes will affect how income, deductions, salary, capital gains, and disclosures are reported. The new law aims to simplify tax reporting, with stricter compliance requirements and a more precise reporting structure. A key change involves meal card exemptions for salaried employees. The exemption limit

Senior Congress leader Sonia Gandhi is responding positively to treatment for a systemic infection, according to Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in New Delhi. The 79-year-old leader was admitted to the hospital on the night of March 24 after experiencing a fever. The hospital confirmed that she is being treated with antibiotics and remains under the close supervision of a team of senior doctors. Her health has been stable since admission, and the medical team is carefully monitoring her recovery.

India is accelerating the signing of contracts for crude oil and LPG imports, aiming to diversify its supply sources amidst disruptions caused by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The country's need for oil has been rising, with daily imports averaging 5.5 to 6 million barrels. After Russia's oil imports were reduced as part of an agreement with the U.S., India has been exploring new avenues to ensure stable oil supplies, including from Russia, despite the geopolitical tensions.