China’s Xi Jinping, In Call With Saudi’s MBS, Says Strait Of Hormuz Should Be Opened; Calls For ‘Immediate Ceasefire’
Xi emphasised the resumption of the uninterrupted maritime traffic through the strategic artery that facilitates the flow of 20% of the world’s total oil and...
Chhattisgarh Plane Crash: Aircraft Crashes into Hillside in Jashpur, Rescue Operations Underway as Pilot & Co-Pilot Reportedly Dead
Authorities are verifying whether the crashed aircraft in Jashpur was a private charter plane or an air ambulance. Official confirmation is still awaited.
US Tariff Refund: Trump Administration Moves to Refund Billions, Check Eligibility, Who Can Apply, Process To File For Claim, All Explained
The White House launched an online portal for tariff refund applications to reimburse billions of dollars in paid tariffs to the US businesses and importers.
US-Iran War Latest News: Was Donald Trump Anxious During the US-Iran War? Reports Reveal Pressure Mounting During Missing Airmen Rescue Mission
A dramatic report reveals Donald Trump’s private fears during the US-Iran conflict, including tense reactions to a missing airmen crisis and high-risk rescue...
Gold Rate Today [April 20, 2026]: Gold Stays Firm Near ₹1.55 Lakh/10g Amid Global Volatility; Check Domestic Rates, City-Wise Prices of 24K, 22K & 18K
Gold prices in India over the last 10 days stayed stable with minor fluctuations, ranging between ₹15,470 and ₹15,575 per gram amid steady global and domesti...
Green Card Holder Latest Update: USCIS Issued Warning amid Immigration Frauds for Green Card Holders - Know USCIS Statement, Green Card, Consequences & All You Need to Know
The director of USCIS, Joseph Edlow, stated that the administration is looking at the previous cases and approvals that have been done in the earlier years.
US-Iran War Latest Update: Why Oil Prices Rise Again? Strait of Hormuz Tensions, Ship Seizures & Ceasefire Fears Push Global Energy Markets Higher
US-Iran War Latest Update: Oil prices rise again as tensions in the Strait of Hormuz escalate, shipping incidents increase, and ceasefire doubts grow. Here’s...
Ashley Roberts breaks silence on David Haye and Adam Thomas clash
Ashley Roberts has revealed how she and some other campmates on I’m A Celebrity... South Africa exited the camp to “breathe” after tensions between boxer Dav...
7 dos and dont’s when you spot someone having a stroke
Here are some expert-backed tips on how you can help.
Did Pope Leo find his voice in Africa? Or did America and the world finally hear him
There is a case to be made that Pope Leo XIV found his voice on his epic trip through Africa
Ryan Reynolds ‘never been more proud’ of wife Blake Lively
Ryan Reynolds has shared he's “never in [his] life been more proud” of his wife, Blake Lively, after the It Ends With Us actor pledged to continue with her l...
Netflix’s groundbreaking drama Adolescence tops Bafta TV nominations with 11 nods
Boxing period drama ‘A Thousand Blows’ and Star Wars series ‘Andor’ have also received multiple nominations
Here's what to know about Timmy, the humpback whale that's sick and stranded in the Baltic Sea
A humpback whale’s likely final days in the Baltic Sea have been livestreamed across the globe as multiple rescue efforts failed to coax it back into deeper ...
The key sticking points between US and Iran ahead of talks
Both Donald Trump and Tehran are reluctant to back down on several crucial issues to strike a peace deal
Olivia Munn says she discovered self-kindness after breast cancer diagnosis
The US actor was diagnosed in 2023, undergoing four operations, including a double mastectomy
De Zerbi explains why he already has a ‘special connection’ with Simons at Tottenham
Tottenham were denied a first league win of 2026 when they conceded a late equaliser in their 2-2 draw with Brighton on Saturday
Amy Winehouse's father loses legal bid for funds friends made selling singer's memorabilia
A London judge has ruled against Amy Winehouse's father who sued his daughter's friends over profits from her memorabilia
Why is Musk’s X being probed by French prosecutors? What we know about Grok offences
Elon Musk has been summoned as part of an investigation into alleged offences related to X's AI chatbot Grok
The most distant human-made object in existence is losing power
US space agency says it has a ‘far-out plan’ to save the most distant human-made object in existence
Google denies involvement in $125 million Chromebook graft case in Indonesia
Former Google executives have denied the company's involvement in a corruption case tied to Indonesia’s Education Ministry
Liam Rosenior insists he has support of Chelsea’s owners despite alarming slump
Chelsea have lost their last four league games without scoring a goal
Six Holland America Line cruise ships set for £370m upgrade
New suites, solo cabins and public spaces will be included in the refurbishments
Teen facing murder charges after shooting father at school: cops
The local police chief said that a ‘lieutenant’s actions today could have stopped something much worse’ occurring during the shooting
National Guard roams Washington with no end in sight to $1 million-per-day deployment
Even with pivotal elections looming this year, that lingering presence is barely mentioned
I knew that Mandelson failed security vetting. So why didn’t Keir Starmer?
Political editor David Maddox looks back on The Independent ’s exclusive in September last year and how he informed Downing Street of Mandelson’s vetting fai...
MLB star Austin Hedges gets engaged after on-field proposal
Austin Hedges proposed after his Cleveland Guardians team beat the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday
Cooper demands Strait of Hormuz reopen after US-Iran war talks
And they're off: Wheelchair racers lead fastest Boston Marathon field ever over the starting line
The Boston Marathon gets going with temperatures in the 30s and frost on the ground, conditions that could lead to fast times
How Arsenal’s summer transfer business set up Premier League title race collapse
Arsenal’s lack of firepower is proving decisive in the battle with Man City and their recruitment strategy last year is at least partly to blame
What you need to know about Bulgaria’s new leader - including Russian links
Why wind turbines were placed at Trump’s favourite golf resort
Bus accident in Indian-controlled Kashmir kills 21 people
A passenger bus has slid off a Himalayan highway in Indian-controlled Kashmir, killing at least 21 people and injuring about 45 others
Businesswoman arrested in Los Angeles over alleged Iran arms deals
Oil price back up as fragile US-Iran peace process in disarray
Benchmark Brent crude jumped 5 per cent higher to 94.72 US dollars a barrel in Monday morning trading
Urgent warning issued as US-Iran war sparks fuel thefts across UK
Pound falls as Iran rejects further peace talks with US
The pound dipped on Monday after tensions between Iran and the US escalated over the weekend
Wife of LA Clippers owner Steve Ballmer steps in to save NPR’s future with $80M gift
NPR also received an anonymous $33 million donation in April
What we know about the US capture of Iranian vessel near Hormuz
US releases video showing the capture of Iranian-flagged ship near Hormuz, Trump says it tried to breach its blockade.
Tougher testing for Indian athletes in ‘extremely high’ doping risk bracket
India ranked among the top two in athletics' most anti-doping rule violations between 2022 and 2025, AUI says.
Tight security in Islamabad as US-Iran talks set to go ahead
Security is on lockdown in Islamabad where preparations are being made for new US‑Iran talks.
Powerful states are trying to sabotage decarbonisation of shipping
Pacific Island states cannot and will not allow key climate shipping agreement to be watered down.
What to Know as Iran War Ceasefire Hangs in Balance
But risks remain, particularly if no diplomatic agreement is reached in the meantime.
See Innovation, Education as Enabler and Catalyst for Progress, Inclusion: Samsung Official
The company, which increased its CSR commitment in India to Rs 193.89 crore for 2025-26, from Rs 144.48 crore in 2024-25, has helped 15 lakh people benefit f...
ACB Registers Disproportionate Assets Case Against Kadiri Asst BC Welfare Officer
The officials conducted simultaneous searches at four locations, including Balaji's residential premises, Rayachoti and Kadiri.
CM Revanth Performs Bhoomi Puja for Kaleshwaram Temple Development Works
The Chief Minister was accorded a traditional welcome at the temple, where he performed Abhishekam and special poojas. Later, he participated in the Bhoomi P...
9.8 L Voter Names Flagged: Odisha CEO Seeks Strict Verification
The EROs have been asked to undertake a thorough verification for deletions, particularly for deceased voters, the letter said
Postal Dept. Revenue For 2025-26 Improved 16% YOY: Jyotiraditya Scindia
The revenue for fiscal 2024-25 stood at Rs 13,218 crore, and in 2025-26, the topline number increased to 15,296 crore
We Sold Everything And Moved To Europe. Here's What I Wish Americans Knew About Life Here.
"The outcome of the 2024 presidential election was the extra push we needed to act quickly on our move."
Shutdown Slows Security Plans, Italy In Crisis: 2026 FIFA World Cup Live Updates
Follow along for the latest news ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Guwahati Flood tragedy: Woman dies in open drain as city’s ‘artificial flooding’ crisis returns
Guwahati witnessed severe urban flooding after heavy rainfall on April 19, leading to the death of a 30-year-old woman and exposing long-standing drainage an...