April 16, 2026 11:43 AM

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Kim Jong-un oversees artillery drill on founder Kim Il-sung’s birth anniversary

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has overseen an artillery firing contest on the birth anniversary of the state's founder, Kim Il-sung, grandfather of the current leader Kim. The Korean Central News Agency reported that Comrade Kim Jong-un oversaw an artillery firing contest of artillery subunits und...

April 16, 2026 11:19 AM

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United States rules out further sanctions waiver for Russian and Iranian oil

The United States has ruled out granting any further exemption from sanctions for the purchase of Russian or Iranian oil.   Making this announcement at a press conference at the White House, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the existing waivers will not be renewed. He said the oil covered un...

April 16, 2026 10:56 AM

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Five killed in train accident near Pachdeora Halt in Prayagraj

In Uttar Pradesh, 5 people died after being hit by a train in Prayagraj around 8 pm yesterday. Upon receiving information, police and railway teams reached the spot and took possession of the bodies, sending them for post-mortem. According to the police, efforts are being made to identify the deceas...

April 16, 2026 10:53 AM

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India women secure third place with 3-2 victory over Malawi in FIFA Series

India's women's football team registered a thrilling 3-2 win over Malawi in the third-place play-off of the FIFA Series 2026 in Nairobi yesterday. Astam Oraon, Aveka Singh, and substitute Priyadharshini Selladurai scored a goal each for India. For Malawi, Khumalo Ireen and Henry Deborah netted a goa...

April 16, 2026 10:42 AM

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President Droupadi Murmu to visit Sevagram Ashram in Wardha in Maharashtra

President Droupadi Murmu will visit Sevagram Ashram at Wardha in Maharashtra this morning. Mahatma Gandhi stayed at Sevagram Ashram from 1936 to 1948 and carried out all his activities during the Freedom Struggle from this ashram during that period. Later in the day, President Murmu will address the...

April 16, 2026 10:37 AM

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Uttar Pradesh launches Jal Pakhwada in schools to promote water conservation

In Uttar Pradesh, Jal Pakhwada will be organised from today to 30th April in all schools and educational institutions across the state under the ‘Jal Shakti Abhiyan'. The government has taken a unique step in the field of water conservation by linking it directly with schools.    Through this initia...

April 16, 2026 10:27 AM

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Chhattisgarh begins self-enumeration for Census 2027

In Chhattisgarh, the self-enumeration process under Census 2027 commenced today and will continue till the 30th of April. During this period, citizens can enter details related to their families and houses through the designated online portal. Families completing self-enumeration will be provided wi...

April 16, 2026 10:26 AM

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Eight pilgrims killed in road accident in Andhra Pradesh’s Kurnool

In Andhra Pradesh, eight pilgrims, including five women, one child and two men, were killed and several others injured in a tragic road accident near Chilakaladone village in Kurnool district early this morning.   According to police, a Bolero vehicle carrying devotees collided with a ready-mix tank...

April 16, 2026 10:24 AM

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India U-17 team to face UAE in friendlies ahead of Asian Cup

India’s Under-17 men’s football team will play two friendly matches against the United Arab Emirates in Thailand, beginning tomorrow. The second match will be played on the 21st of this month in Samut Prakan, Thailand.   The 24-member Indian squad arrived in Thailand yesterday ahead of the two match...