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Before Gangotri, there was Gopi: How Allu Arjun got his first taste of fame in film Daddy

Entertainment April 9, 2026
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Allu Arjun celebrated his 44th birthday with fans outside his residence in Hyderabad, where his new film with director Atlee, titled Raaka, was announced. From being a supporting role in his father's film Daddy in 2001, Allu Arjun has come a long way to become one of the highest-paid actors in Indian cinema, winning a National Award and breaking box office records with his recent film Pushpa.
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mk stalin, delimitation, tamil nadu
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Stalin: ‘Vajpayee froze delimitation to preserve balance…Why abandon wisdom now?’

Political Pulse 7 hr ago
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A day after issuing a “final warning” to the Union government over delimitation, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin moved swiftly from rhetoric to mobilisation, convening an urgent meeting of DMK district secretaries on Wednesday and calling for statewide black flag protests on Thursday. Stalin suggested that if institutional responses failed, public expression would follow.
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Today’s top tech announcements, bringing together innovation across devices, software, and smart ecosystems. (Image: Express Image)
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Tech Launches (April 16, 2026): GoPro Mission 1, Firefly AI Assistant, Lumio Vision 9

Technology 5 min ago
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The tech and gadget world is constantly changing with new releases and advancements. Today's lineup includes smartphones, laptops, wearables, audio gear, smart home devices, and AI tools. GoPro has launched the MISSION 1 series of compact cinema cameras, while Adobe has introduced the Firefly AI Assistant. India's ImagiNxt 2026 festival aims to bring together tech, policy, and innovation.
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boarding pass
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‘RR’ stamp on boarding pass: What it means for your next flight from India

Lifestyle 43 min ago
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'RR' stamped on the boarding pass means random selection for an extra security check before the flight. This is a global practice, not limited to specific airports. It does not imply wrongdoing, but strengthens deterrence and prevents illegal activities. Cooperation with staff and early arrival are recommended to avoid delays.
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Kritika Kamra recalls emotional moment when husband Gaurav Kapur got teary-eyed during her entry
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Jubin Nautiyal gets married
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Bhooth Bangla box office prediction: Akshay Kumar's film likely to open at Rs 10 crore.
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Bhooth Bangla box office prediction: Akshay Kumar’s horror comedy eyes Rs 10 cr+ opening

Entertainment 47 min ago
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Priyadarshan’s horror comedy Bhooth Bangla, starring Akshay Kumar, will finally see light of the day this Friday. The film, produced by Ekta Kapoor’s Balaji Motion Pictures and Akshay’s Cape of Good Films, chose to push its release date by a week to avoid the residual impact of Aditya Dhar’s blockbuster spy thriller Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge, starring Ranveer Singh.
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Mumbai auto driver singing Taylor Swift
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Mumbai’s singing Swiftie auto-rickshaw driver surprises passenger with ‘Blank Space’

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Not every auto-rickshaw ride comes with a mood boost, but one trip in Mumbai turned into a memorable singalong that left a passenger pleasantly surprised and the internet smiling. In a video shared on Instagram by Nammya Bhasin, her auto-rickshaw driver begins playing Taylor Swift’s 'Blank Space' and effortlessly sings along, hitting the lyrics with confidence and ease.
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Sania Mirza's parents open up about Saniya's tennis journey
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How Sania Mirza’s parents blocked out the noise to build a tennis star

Lifestyle 2 hr ago
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Sania Mirza's parents reveal how a childhood promise shaped her remarkable tennis career. Despite facing criticism and scepticism from relatives, her parents were determined to support her passion for tennis. Experts explain how parental encouragement can positively impact a child's confidence and identity, but also warn against imposing dreams on children without considering their interests.
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Ngidi
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Lungi Ngidi on how long it took him to confidently bowl his slower ball

Sports 2 hr ago
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Lungi Ngidi, a South African pacer, has become a master of the slower ball in T20 cricket, using it as a strategic move in a format where batsmen are always on the attack. He attributes his success to learning from young Indian players and constantly developing new variations. However, he also stresses the importance of maintaining good lengths and accuracy in bowling.
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The core idea of the paper is simple but a mostly overlooked idea – workers are not merely employees; they are also consumers. (Image for representation: FreePik)
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Why replacing workers with AI could hurt companies too

Technology 2 hr ago
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A recent study challenges the idea that AI is beneficial for businesses, as it can lead to economic harm. The proposed solution is a Pigouvian tax on automation to discourage excessive use. While policies like UBI and retraining programs may help, they may not fully solve the issue of widespread layoffs and economic uncertainty in the tech industry.
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Tamil Nadu
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From TVs to cash transfers: Experts explain how Tamil Nadu’s welfare model is evolving

Explained 20 min ago
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Tamil Nadu's welfare model, known for its "freebies" and fiscal strain, includes consumer goods in election manifestos. However, the state is not alone in subsidy spending and is now moving towards cash transfers, adding pressure to the exchequer. Upcoming elections may bring even more cash transfers, further straining state finances. This shift is making the welfare model less adaptable.
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Lucknow Super Giants' Nicholas Pooran, right, reacts after getting bowled out by Royal Challengers Bengaluru's Josh Hazlewood during an Indian Premier League cricket match. (AP Photo)
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Yash reacted to the criticism around the VFX of his upcoming film Ramayana
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Yash reacts to criticism around VFX in Ranbir Kapoor’s Ramayana teaser

Entertainment 3 hr ago
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Nitesh Tiwari's upcoming film Ramayana, with a reported budget of Rs 4,000 crore, has been facing criticism for its VFX after the teaser introducing Ranbir Kapoor's Rama character was released. However, actor Yash, who plays Ravana, has defended the VFX as a "work-in-progress." He also revealed that the team has seen a "decent version" of the film and is continuously working to make it better.
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The matter touches upon the limits of press freedom and censorship.
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Varun Tej
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Telugu actor Varun Tej sustains ‘severe knee fracture’, and is ‘currently recovering’

Lifestyle 4 hr ago
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Telugu action star Varun Tej suffered a severe knee fracture while practising volleyball for his upcoming film Bhari. He underwent a successful surgery and is currently recovering under medical supervision. The injury can affect walking and movement, making surgery necessary to fix the bones and prevent long-term issues. Recovery involves rest, physiotherapy, and gradual progress.
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Airport fire reported at Mumbai airport. (File Photo)
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Couple, toddler killed as shunties in Northwest Delhi gutted in fire

Cities 4 hr ago
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A young couple and their two-year-old daughter were killed in a fire at a cluster of shanties in Delhi. The fire broke out in the early hours of Wednesday and spread quickly due to the use of inflammable materials in the makeshift structures. While five people escaped, three were trapped and found dead. The cause of the fire is still unknown.
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CSK's Khaleel Ahmed appeals unsuccessfully for the wicket of Royal Challengers Bengaluru's captain Rajat Patidar during the Indian Premier League cricket match between Chennai Super Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Bengaluru, India, Sunday, April 5, 2026. (AP Photo)
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CSK’s Khaleel Ahmed ruled out of IPL 2026 with long-term injury

Sports 4 hr ago
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CSK's Khaleel Ahmed has been ruled out of the remainder of IPL 2026 season due to a right quadriceps injury. This adds to the team's growing list of concerns, with key players like MS Dhoni still recovering from injuries. To address the gap in the pace attack, CSK could turn to domestic options like Mukesh Choudhary or Ramakrishna Ghosh.
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Ranveer Singh, Yami Gautam
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Vaishali is the second Indian woman to earn a spot at the prestigious World Championship, following in the heels of Koneru Humpy — who challenged Hou Yifan for the women’s crown at Albania’s Tirana 15 years ago in 2011. (Photo Credit: Michal Walusza/FIDE)
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How Vaishali Rameshbabu rediscovered joy in chess in 2024

Sports 4 hr ago
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Vaishali Rameshbabu had a challenging year, but it led to her rediscovering her passion for chess. After being knocked out of the World Cup, she bounced back with wins at the Asian Games and Grand Swiss, and qualified for her first Candidates. She achieved her childhood dream of becoming a Grandmaster and Women's World Champion and learned to handle pressure.
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GeForce Now was available in India back in 2017, but NVIDIA did not expand it in the country.
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Nvidia expands GeForce Now to India in limited beta, with 90-day passes starting at Rs 999

Technology 4 hr ago
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Nvidia officially entered India’s cloud gaming market on Thursday, April 16, opening up early access to its GeForce Now platform to waitlisted users. Starting today, gamers in India will be able to sign up for GeForce Now, powered by Nvidia’s Blackwell RTX architecture, and stream their PC games instantly from the cloud on a wide range of devices such as PCs, Macs, mobile phones, smart TVs, etc.
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arjun ram meghwal
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Meghwal introduces 3 Bills to advance women’s quota to 2029

India 46 min ago
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Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal introduced three Bills to increase women's representation in Lok Sabha and state assemblies, with PM Modi's support. The Bills aim to increase Lok Sabha's strength by 50% without affecting state or men's representation. Meghwal emphasized the need for social, economic, and political justice for women and acknowledged PM Modi for finally pushing it forward.
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viral groundhog video
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Groundhog’s ‘existential crisis’ over friend’s nail trim wins the Internet. Watch

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A viral video of two groundhogs has gained over 31 million views on X, delighting users with their funny antics. In the video shared by FranceNews24, the groundhogs are at a grooming clinic getting their nails trimmed. One stands against a wall, remaining completely still, silent, and oddly composed as its nails are clipped, while the second groundhog waiting its turn steals the spotlight.
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Kendrya Vidyalayas
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KVs post 99.57% pass rate in CBSE Class 10 exams

Education 5 hr ago
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Kendriya Vidyalayas (KV) once again outperformed the national average in the CBSE Class 10 results for 2026, with a pass percentage of 99.57%. This marks the highest KV pass percentage in a non-pandemic year, with consistent performance between 96-100%. The top performing regions were Ernakulam, Hyderabad, and KVS (HQ), while Ahmedabad remained the underperformer.
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broken teacup
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Lucknow slum fire updates: Firefighters trying to douse the blaze in Vikas Nagar area of Lucknow.
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lok sabha
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The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) is based out of the iconic Wankhede Stadium. (Express file photo)
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MCA becomes 1st association to introduce player contract system from 2026-27 season

Sports 5 hr ago
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Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) introduces annual contracts for players, offering salaries from 8 lakh to 20 lakh per annum in Grades A, B, and C. This decision was made during the Apex Council meeting, making MCA the first association to do so. Players must meet certain criteria, including being registered with MCA and not playing in the IPL or representing India in the past two seasons.
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Prime Minister Indira Gandhi spearheaded the nationalisation of banks in India.
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kc venugopal in lok sabha
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‘Bid to take away protections offered by Indira Gandhi’: Cong on Delimitation

India 5 hr ago
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Congress general secretary K C Venugopal expressed concern over the Delimitation Bill, stating it was an attempt to undermine the protection offered by Indira Gandhi and Atal Bihari Vajpayee. He also criticized the government for not implementing women's reservation and accused them of attacking the Indian federal structure.
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journalism career change
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US sports reporter quits 30 years of journalism to triple his salary as a mailman

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After nearly three decades in journalism, a US-based reporter made a late-career switch that transformed both his finances and lifestyle. At 53, Jim Lexa left the newsroom behind and took up a job as a mail carrier, a move he says brought in far more money and far less stress. Lexa shared that he now earns as much as $85,000 annually, a jump from the roughly $30,000 he made working in newspapers.
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Sanjay Leela Bhansali called Kunal Kohli "the most overrated director" on Koffee with Karan.
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Sanjay Leela Bhansali called Kunal Kohli ‘the most overrated filmmaker’, upset his wife

Entertainment 5 hr ago
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Kunal Kohli is accomplished filmmaker himself, best known for Hum Tum, starring Saif Ali Khan and Rani Mukerji, and the Fanaa, starring Aamir Khan and Kajol. But not too many people know that his wife, Ravina Kohli, is a pioneer of Indian television. Having served as a head of content at Yash Raj TV and EPIC Channel, Ravina is a force behind memorable shows like Powder and Dhoom Machaao Dhoom.
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black coffee
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Functional nutritionist says combining black coffee with these spices can be a smart move

Lifestyle 6 hr ago
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Functional nutritionist Reshmi Verma suggests that adding certain Indian spices to black coffee can do more than just wake you up. Combining coffee with cacao powder can lift mood, cloves can soothe the gut, ginger can aid in weight loss, and cinnamon can improve insulin sensitivity. However, it is important to consider individual tolerance and not use these combinations as a substitute.
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illicit liquor
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AAP’s Junagadh candidate ‘caught’ with Rs 96K illicit liquor, booked

Cities 6 hr ago
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Junagadh police have booked Nilesh Hardas Malam, the Aam Aadmi Party's candidate for the Osa seat, for possessing illicit liquor worth Rs 96,000. The party's stance is that legal action should be taken against anyone caught doing something illegal, but they claim false FIRs are being filed against their leaders.
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President Donald Trump is presented with the inaugural FIFA Peace Prize by FIFA President Gianni Infantino during the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw at the Kennedy Center, Dec. 5, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo)
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YouTube’s updated time management feature now lets users block Shorts entirely without needing third-party apps. (AP Photo/ file)
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How to disable YouTube Shorts and stop endless scrolling

Technology 6 hr ago
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YouTube has introduced a new time management feature for its Shorts videos, allowing users to set a daily limit as low as zero minutes. This feature effectively removes Shorts from their feed, providing a less distracting app experience. It can be accessed through the settings and was initially for parental controls, but is now available for all users.
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scott bessent
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FIR reporting
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Why Sikkim High Court allowed naming of accused in FIR reporting, dismissed privacy breach

Explained 6 hr ago
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The Sikkim High Court has rejected a plea to restrain media coverage of an accused based on police records, stating that reporting from an FIR is not a "media trial" or invasion of privacy. However, the court also emphasized the need to set limits to protect the accused's right to a fair trial, raising questions about when reporting a crime crosses the line into trying the accused.
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women's reservation bill
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From torn Bills, ‘parkati mahila’ jibe to 454 ayes: The long road to women’s reservation

Political Pulse 6 hr ago
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The government will introduce three Bills in Parliament to implement the women's reservation law, which was passed with near-unanimous support in 2023. Despite facing decades of contestation, parties have shifted their positions due to the recognition of structural barriers for women. While there is support for the Bill, there are also calls for a "quota within quota" for backward classes.
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Varun Tej undergoes knee surgery after getting injured while prepping for Bhari
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Matt Damon
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Adivi Sesh blames Dhurandhar 2 for Dacoit's average box office performance
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Peyush Bansal on religious policy row
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Cadence Design Systems and Nvidia join forces to push the boundaries of AI-driven robotics by combining advanced simulation, chip design, and intelligent training models.(Image Source: NVIDIA)
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Cadence, Nvidia working together on developing AI for robotics

Technology 8 hr ago
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Cadence Design Systems and Nvidia have joined forces to enhance artificial intelligence for robots by combining Cadence's physics engines with Nvidia's AI models. This will speed up robot training in computer simulations and improve task completion time. Additionally, Cadence is launching an AI agent for chip design, which will be accessible on Google Cloud.
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The alignment will be visible across many parts of the world, including Asia, Europe, North America and Australia. In India, the best time to catch the event will be about 30 minutes before sunrise.(Image: freepik)
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Four-planet parade: How and when to watch the rare alignment in India

Technology 8 hr ago
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Skywatchers can witness a rare planetary alignment of Mercury, Mars, Saturn, and Neptune in the early morning sky from April 16 to 23. This phenomenon occurs when planets appear close in the sky due to their shared orbit around the Sun. In India, the best time to see it is before sunrise on April 18-20.
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mukarba chowk
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Mukarba Chowk underpass 98% complete, will be opened soon, says minister

Cities 7 hr ago
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The underpass at Mukarba Chowk in North Delhi is almost complete and will open soon to ease traffic congestion. It includes three tunnels for different vehicles and pedestrians, using innovative jack pushing technology. This project is expected to reduce travel time, distance, fuel consumption, and CO₂ emissions.
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Yash says Toxic is an original IP like Sinners.
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‘Toxic is an original IP like Sinners’: Yash says it’s rare to find ‘unique’ content

Entertainment 7 hr ago
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Yash is currently promoting his co-production, Nitesh Tiwari’s epic Ramayana, at CinemaCon in Las Vegas, but alongside the Namit Malhotra production, Yash has also been speaking about his next release, Geethu Mohandas’ action thriller Toxic: A Fairytale for Grownups. In a new interview from the event, Yash hailed Toxic as an original IP, on the lines of Ryan Coogler’s film Sinners.
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lady shri ram college fro women
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LSR students protest Principal praising women quota in BJP video

Cities 7 hr ago
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LSR students protest against Principal Dr Kanika K Ahuja for appearing in a BJP video supporting the Women’s Reservation Bill. Ahuja clarified that her views were personal and not the official stance of the college. The protest saw students demanding an end to the perceived "saffronisation" of the college and the administration's alleged association with the BJP.
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Hormuz
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US military turned back 10 ships in first 48 hours of Iranian port blockade

World 7 hr ago
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The US military has stopped 10 ships from leaving Iranian ports in the first 48 hours of a naval blockade. President Trump has declared the permanent reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and claims that China is pleased and has agreed to stop supplying weapons to Iran. While cooperation between the two countries is improving, Trump reminds the US's stance on Iran.
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malad train stabbing
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Malad train stabbing: Chargesheet filed against 27-year-old

Cities 7 hr ago
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A 27-year-old man has been charged with the murder of a 32-year-old college professor on a crowded local train in Mumbai. The chargesheet includes statements from 63 witnesses, including four eyewitnesses, and key forensic evidence is still pending.
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