The US-Israel ceasefire with Iran presses pause on a costly war, but can peace last?

MELBOURNE: (Apr 9) President Donald Trump’s acceptance of a Pakistani proposal for a two-week ceasefire in the war with Iran brings a sigh of relief to the international community. Just hours before, many had been alarmed by Trump’s threats to bomb Iran back to “the stone age” and destroy its “civilisation”. The ceasefire provides a… Continue reading The US-Israel ceasefire with Iran presses pause on a costly war, but can peace last?

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BJP president Nabin urges people of Assam, Kerala and Puducherry to vote in large numbers

NEW DELHI: (Apr 9) BJP national president Nitin Nabin on Thursday urged the people of Assam, Kerala and Puducherry to come out in large numbers and vote for progress and development. Reaching out to the people of Assam, Nabin in a post on X said, “Your votes will be decisive not only in ensuring the… Continue reading BJP president Nabin urges people of Assam, Kerala and Puducherry to vote in large numbers

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Assam records nearly 18 pc voter turnout in first two hours of assembly polls

GUWAHATI: (Apr 9) A voter turnout of 17.87 per cent was recorded in the first two hours of the assembly elections in Assam, where the BJP-led NDA is seeking a third consecutive term in power, while the Congress is striving to reclaim a state it lost a decade ago. Polling began at 7 am for… Continue reading Assam records nearly 18 pc voter turnout in first two hours of assembly polls

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“Political disaster,” Israeli Oposition leader Yair Lapid slams Netanyahu’s position as US-Iran agree on ceasefire

Tel Aviv [Israel], April 8 : The leader of the Opposition in Israeli Parliament, Yair Lapid on Wednesday questioned Israeli PM Benjamim Netanyahu’s position after the US and Iran agreed to a ceasefire, saying that Israel was not even on the table when this was decided. Lapid said that the Israeli military carried out everything… Continue reading “Political disaster,” Israeli Oposition leader Yair Lapid slams Netanyahu’s position as US-Iran agree on ceasefire

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Badminton Asian Championship: Ayush Shetty stuns World No. 7 Li Shi Feng of China with dominant straight games win

Beijing [China], April 8 : India’s rising star Ayush Shetty delivered a statement performance, upsetting World No. 7 and Hong Kong Open 2025 champion Li Shi Feng of China in straight games, 21-13, 21-16 in the Badminton Asian Championship. Despite the former World No.3 Li’s strong start in both games, the Indian youngster dominated the… Continue reading Badminton Asian Championship: Ayush Shetty stuns World No. 7 Li Shi Feng of China with dominant straight games win

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Manoj Bajpayee shares throwback pics on RGV’s birthday, calls their journey “unforgettable”

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 8 : Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma recently celebrated his birthday, and on the occasion of his special day, actor Manoj Bajpayee took a moment to look back on their journey, calling it “unforgettable” in a heartfelt post. Taking to his X handle, the Gangs of Wasseypur actor shared a series of… Continue reading Manoj Bajpayee shares throwback pics on RGV’s birthday, calls their journey “unforgettable”

“Pak’s role in US-Iran ceasefire a severe setback for PM Modi’s diplomacy”: Jairam Ramesh

New Delhi [India], April 8 : Congress MP Jairam Ramesh on Wednesday raised strong concerns over the Central government’s foreign policy, calling Pakistan’s role in the ceasefire between the United States and Iran a “severe setback” for Prime Minister Narendra Modi. US President Donald Trump suspended the “bombing and attack” campaign on Iran, announcing a… Continue reading “Pak’s role in US-Iran ceasefire a severe setback for PM Modi’s diplomacy”: Jairam Ramesh

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MP: Forest guard crushed to death by vehicle belonging to sand mafia

MORENA (MP): April 8 A 35-year-old forest guard was killed after a tractor-trolley allegedly run by illegal sand miners ran over him in Madhya Pradesh’s Morena district on Wednesday morning, police said. The incident took place on National Highway-552 near Ranpur village, about 20 km from the district headquarters, when forest personnel tried to stop… Continue reading MP: Forest guard crushed to death by vehicle belonging to sand mafia

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Mahela concedes MI blown away by Sooryavanshi and Jaiswal magic

GUWAHATI: (Apr 8) Mumbai Indians head coach Mahela Jayawardene admitted his side was blown off course by a blistering onslaught from Rajasthan Royals openers Yashasvi Jaiswal and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, saying the bowlers missed their lines and lengths on a night when even Jasprit Bumrah “probably missed the length by a little bit”. Mumbai Indians suffered… Continue reading Mahela concedes MI blown away by Sooryavanshi and Jaiswal magic

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US-Iran ceasefire, Hormuz reopening to ease shipping disruptions: FIEO

NEW DELHI: (Apr 8) The announcement of a ceasefire, between the US and Iran, along with the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, will provide immediate relief to exporters by easing shipping disruptions, FIEO said on Wednesday. US President Donald Trump announced a two-week suspension of military strikes against Iran. Iran agreed to allow safe… Continue reading US-Iran ceasefire, Hormuz reopening to ease shipping disruptions: FIEO