WASHINGTON: (Apr 3) Michigan may be more than 6,000 miles away from the war in Iran, but, virtually speaking, it’s well within striking distance. An Iran-linked group calling itself Handala claimed responsibility for a cyberattack on Portage, Michigan-based medical device maker Stryker Corp., carried out on March 11, 2026. Handala said the attack was in… Continue reading How Iranian hackers pose threat to US critical infrastructure
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Bengal: EC publishes 8th supplementary list, 52 lakh cases disposed of
KOLKATA: (Apr 3) The EC published the eighth supplementary list and said it has disposed of around 52 lakh cases under adjudication in West Bengal, expressing hope that the process would be completed within the next few days in line with directions of the Calcutta High Court. Verification and disposal of about 52 lakh cases,… Continue reading Bengal: EC publishes 8th supplementary list, 52 lakh cases disposed of
“This is a catastrophe”: Geopolitical Risk Advisor Col (Retd.) Douglas Macgregor tears into Trump’s Iran Speech
New Delhi [India], April 2 : Retired US Colonel and geopolitical risk advisor Douglas Macgregor has warned that the ongoing conflict with Iran risks spiralling into a global agricultural and food security crisis, sharply criticising US President Donald Trump’s recent address. Speaking in an interview with ANI, Macgregor described the current situation as “a catastrophe”,… Continue reading “This is a catastrophe”: Geopolitical Risk Advisor Col (Retd.) Douglas Macgregor tears into Trump’s Iran Speech
Ramayana Teaser: Ranbir Kapoor looks majestic as Lord Rama, fans call it “out of the world”
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 2 : After months of buzz and anticipation, fans have finally been treated to the first glimpse of Ranbir Kapoor as Maryada Purushottam Rama in ‘Ramayana.’ The makers unveiled a special teaser on Thursday, introducing Ranbir as Lord Rama. The teaser for ‘Ramayana: The Introduction’ gives fans a first look at… Continue reading Ramayana Teaser: Ranbir Kapoor looks majestic as Lord Rama, fans call it “out of the world”
IEA, IMF and World Bank Group establish coordination group to mitigate Middle East conflict impact
New Delhi [India], April 2 : The heads of the International Energy Agency (IEA), International Monetary Fund (IMF), and World Bank Group have agreed to form a coordination group to maximize their institutions’ response to the energy and economic impact of the war in the Middle East. According to a joint statement by the organizations,… Continue reading IEA, IMF and World Bank Group establish coordination group to mitigate Middle East conflict impact
India’s Defence exports hit record ₹38,424 crore in FY 2025-26: Rajnath Singh
New Delhi [India], April 2 : Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday said under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India has achieved a historic milestone in defence exports, reaching an all-time high of ₹38,424 crore in the fiscal year 2025-26, marking a significant 62.66% growth over the previous year. In a post on… Continue reading India’s Defence exports hit record ₹38,424 crore in FY 2025-26: Rajnath Singh
CSK seek rhythm against potent Punjab Kings
CHENNAI: (Apr 2) Chennai Super Kings will need to improve significantly in all departments of the game to trouble a potent Punjab Kings in their first home game of the Indian Premier League here on Friday. It was a uninspiring start for CSK in their opener against Rajasthan Royals. CSK, now a team full of… Continue reading CSK seek rhythm against potent Punjab Kings
What is Benjamin Netanyahu’s end game in the Iran war?
SYDNEY: (Apr 2) The war between the United States, Israel, and Iran is now into its second month. Despite spectacular early successes, the resilience of Iran’s government and military has meant the US and Israel have lost the strategic initiative. This means they are being more reactive than proactive in determining the outcome of the… Continue reading What is Benjamin Netanyahu’s end game in the Iran war?
UP: 3 killed, 18 injured as trolley carrying devotees plunges into canal in Kushinagar
KUSHINAGAR (UP): (Apr 2) Three women were killed and around 18 others were injured after a tractor trolley carrying devotees overturned and plunged into the Gandak canal in Uttar Pradesh’s Kushinagar district, police said on Thursday. The incident occurred near the Siswa regulator under the Khadda police station limits at around 8 pm on Wednesday,… Continue reading UP: 3 killed, 18 injured as trolley carrying devotees plunges into canal in Kushinagar
Govt exempts critical petrochemical products from customs duty amid West Asia crisis
NEW DELHI: (Apr 2) The government on Thursday exempted import of critical petrochemical products from customs duty to ensure supply stability and provide relief to consumers of final products amid the crisis in West Asia. The duty exemption, which is valid till June 30, will benefit sectors dependent on petrochemical feedstock and intermediates such as… Continue reading Govt exempts critical petrochemical products from customs duty amid West Asia crisis