Women and youth of Bengal have opened up front against TMC in 1st phase of polling: PM Modi

IANS | April 23, 2026 4:28 PM

Kolkata, April 23 (IANS) The high percentage of polling so far in the first phase of Assembly polls in West Bengal on Thursday for 162 constituencies has proved that it is not the BJP but the women of the state and the youth, who had opened an active front against the ruling Trinamool Congress, said Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday.

Pakistan cannot even guarantee safe vaccination for its children: Report

IANS | April 23, 2026 4:20 PM

Islamabad, April 23 (IANS) Pakistan's deteriorating global reputation has been jolted further by a recent incident at a government hospital in Punjab province where 331 children were infected with HIV.

Imtiaz Ali on breakout success of ‘Dhurandhar’ and ‘Saiyaara’: People want to go to cinemas provided content is value for money

Akshay Acharya | April 23, 2026 4:18 PM

Mumbai, April 23 (IANS) Indian auteur Imtiaz Ali, who is gearing up for the release of his upcoming film ‘Main Vapas Aaunga’, has shared his opinion on the unprecedented success of films like ‘Dhurandhar’ and ‘Saiyaara’.

Ship movement via Hormuz halts, global oil prices firm up

IANS | April 23, 2026 4:13 PM

New Delhi, April 23 (IANS) Traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has come to a standstill after Iran seized two ships, including one bound for Kandla port in Gujarat, which has increased uncertainty over the movement of oil and gas as 20 per cent of the world’s energy exports transit through the waterway.

IPL 2026: CSK sign Akash Madhwal as replacement for injured Mhatre

IANS | April 23, 2026 4:07 PM

Mumbai, April 23 (IANS) Five-time champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have signed Akash Madhwal as a replacement for Ayush Mhatre, who has been ruled out of the remainder of the IPL 2026 due to a hamstring injury, for a fee of Rs. 30 Lakh.

Calcutta HC reprimands EC over imposing restrictions on bike movement before Bengal polls

IANS | April 23, 2026 4:03 PM

Kolkata, April 23 (IANS) The Calcutta High Court on Thursday strongly criticised the Election Commission over imposing restrictions on the use of motorbikes two days before the Assembly polls in Bengal. On Thursday, Justice Krishna Rao told the Election Commission that it was abusing its power and citizens were being harassed in this way.

West Asia conflict blight on humanity with no winners: South African envoy

IANS | April 23, 2026 4:02 PM

New Delhi, April 23 (IANS) South African High Commissioner to India, Anil Sooklal, has urged the international community to encourage parties involved in the West Asia conflict to remain engaged and find peace for the good of humanity.

Deepika, Tarundeep aim for 'bigger, better' 2030 CWG, hopeful of archery’s return

IANS | April 23, 2026 4:00 PM

New Delhi, April 23 (IANS) India will host the 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. The event will have a larger program than the 2026 Glasgow edition, held from July 23 to August 2, which included 10 sports and six para sports. Traditional medal-winning sports like shooting, wrestling, badminton, and archery are anticipated to be part of the competition again.

Indians stock markets fall for 2nd day over West Asia tensions

IANS | April 23, 2026 3:56 PM

Mumbai, April 23 (IANS) The Indian equity markets ended sharply lower for the second consecutive session on Thursday, with benchmark indices declining about 1 per cent each amid escalating tensions in West Asia over the Strait of Hormuz.

Akshay Kumar and Vidya Balan head to Kerala to shoot for Anees Bazmee's next

IANS | April 23, 2026 3:55 PM

Mumbai, April 23 (IANS) Actor Akshay Kumar has collaborated with actress Vidya Balan for his next with filmmaker Anees Bazmee.