Polling in full swing: Assam, Kerala, Puducherry go to the polls as by‑elections held in Nagaland, Karnataka, Tripura
Big‑day voting across five regions On April 9, 2026, voters in Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry are electing their new state/UT assemblies in a single‑phase poll, alongside by‑polls in Nagaland (Koridang), Karnataka (Davanagere South and Bagalkot), and Tripura (Dharmanagar). Polling hours run from 7 am to 6 pm, with the Election Commission overseeing around 17.4 crore eligible voters across
Iran–Israel–US war: Ceasefire, oil prices, and regional tensions – West Asia conflict live updates, April 9, 2026
Ceasefire holding but nerves still high The two‑week ceasefire between Iran and the United States, centred on the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, is holding for now, with both sides refraining from major new strikes as the initial 48‑hour truce window passes into its second week. However, diplomats and regional
Dhurandhar Sweeps Screen Awards 2026 With 14 Wins, Sets New Benchmark
The Chetak Screen Awards 2026 unfolded in grand fashion in Mumbai, celebrating the finest achievements in Hindi cinema and OTT for the year 2025. The glittering ceremony brought together top stars, filmmakers, and industry veterans, highlighting a year marked by both blockbuster successes and critically acclaimed storytelling. Dhurandhar Emerges as
Oscars to Shift to YouTube After Final ABC Telecasts, Marks Historic Digital Move
The Academy Awards are set to undergo a historic transition, with the organisers confirming that the ceremony will move away from traditional television broadcasting after its final scheduled telecasts on ABC. The Oscars, one of the most prestigious events in global entertainment, will conclude its long-standing association with network television
Jaiswal-Sooryavanshi Blitz Powers RR to 27-Run Win Over MI in Rain-Hit Thriller
Persistent rain forced a delayed start and reduced the contest to an 11-overs-a-side clash at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati. Despite the interruptions, the match turned into a high-intensity encounter, with Rajasthan Royals adapting quickly to the shortened format and seizing control early. Explosive Opening Sets the Tone Rajasthan
The Apology That Stopped a Goal: World Cup’s Purest Moment of Fair Play
When Football Chose Integrity Over Advantage The 2002 FIFA World Cup delivered drama, controversy, and unforgettable goals. But one of its most powerful moments came quietly — in a match where a player chose fairness over opportunity. At the centre of it stood Miroslav Klose, a striker who would go
iPhone 18 and iPhone Air 2 tipped: new leak gives early look at key specs and features
iPhone 18: faster, brighter, smarter Early leaks point to the iPhone 18 series arriving in 2026 with a 6.3–6.4‑inch 120 Hz OLED display, a smaller notch or reduced‑cutout design, and a new Apple A20 chip built on 2‑nm process technology, which should bring a noticeable jump in efficiency and AI performance. Rumours also suggest up to 12
Teen ‘tornado’ Vaibhav Suryavanshi aces Jasprit Bumrah test in IPL 2026 thriller
A fearless knock versus the world’s best In a rain‑shortened 11‑overs‑per‑side clash between Rajasthan Royals and Mumbai Indians in Guwahati, 15‑year‑old opener Vaibhav Suryavanshi delivered a breathtaking 39 off just 14 balls, repeatedly taking on India’s premier fast bowler, Jasprit Bumrah, and even smashing sixes off his first‑ever deliveries in IPL. The south‑paw’s knock, studded with five
Late Havertz strike gives Arsenal 1–0 advantage over Sporting in Champions League quarter‑final
How the goal unfolded Arsenal carried a 1–0 lead into the second leg after Kai Havertz struck a stoppage‑time winner at Sporting Lisbon in the Champions League quarter‑final first leg. The Germany forward, introduced as a substitute for the injured Martin Ødegaard, drifted in behind the Sporting backline and coolly slotted home from
Who Won the Iran War Pause? Power, Perception, or No One at All
Victory Claims on All Sides In the aftermath of the temporary ceasefire, each key player has projected success. The United States, under Donald Trump, described the pause as a strategic victory, signalling that its objectives had been met. Iran, through its Supreme National Security Council, declared a “historic victory,” framing
