May 19, 2026
SRINAGAR: Three universities in Kashmir have terminated academic agreements with a US-based NGO, Kashmir Care Foundation (KCF), following internal reviews amid a buzz that intelligence agencies had flagged concerns over its activities.University of Kashmir, Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) and Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K) issued orders cancelling MOUs with the Atlanta-based KCF. University of Kashmir and SKUAST-K did so on March 25 and IUST the following day.Naseer Iqbal, University of Kashmir’s registrar, wrote to KCF president Altaf K Lal pointing out that the MoU was executed between on Dec 15, 2025, “with the objective of furthering educational initiatives through-workshops, seminars and other academic engagements in STEM (science, tech, engineering, mathematics) humanities and related fields”.Officials said the terminations followed “adverse reports”, underscoring growing caution over collaborations with foreign institutions, especially in areas like technology, research, and data sharing.“The MoU has been reviewed by competent authorities and it has been determined that continuation is not in the larger institutional interest of the university,” the registrar’s letter states.Registrar Iqbal said KCF was run by Altaf, a Kashmiri based in the US, adding the MOU had a termination clause. “We decided on our own to terminate it as we thought it was not advisable (to continue) due to so many reasons,” Iqbal said, declining to go into specifics.The three varsities made it clear that no money was exchanged, nor liabilities created, during the MOU period.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosUS-Iran Deal HITS DEAD END, Trump SHIFTS TO Pakistan Praise, Replays India-Pak War ClaimMEA Slams China’s ‘Mischievous Attempts’, Rejects Fictitious Names to Arunachal Pradesh LocationsUAE Visit: Jaishankar Conveys PM Modi’s Thanks, Highlights India’s Role In Regional StabilityMobile Internet Ban Extended After CRPF Firing Shocker That Killed ProtestersSwami Vivekananda’s First-Ever Life-Size Statue Unveiled In Seattle, US‘Had Great Difficulty’: Stranded Indian Fishermen In Iran Return Home Via Armenia‘India Is New Engine Of Globalisation, Becoming Attractive Investment Hub’: Former WEF DirectorJaishankar Meets UAE FM In Abu Dhabi, Discusses West Asia Situation And Strategic Partnership”Don’t Assume It’s Over” Rajnath Cautions On West Asia ConflictJag Vikram Leads Way, First Indian Ship Through Hormuz Post Ceasefire123PhotostoriesBest non-American sitcoms of all time: ‘Derry Girls’, ‘Schitt’s Creek’ and more10 dishes that make lentils feel anything but ordinarySaas-bahu relationships on Indian TV that were actually wholesome: Devyani-Simar, Sudha-Parvati and more7 iconic breakfasts people eat around the world5 best fantasy dramas to watch on Hulu: From ‘Outlander’ to ‘Attack on Titan’Life lessons hidden in your favourite TV sitcoms: ‘Friends’, ‘The Office’ and more4 simple hacks to keep love aliveMumbai’s top 5 residential buildings redefining luxury and premium livingBefore your blood tests turn abnormal: 6 silent heart warning signs you’re missing, and how to fix them earlyTop temples in India to visit believed to bring wealth and prosperity123Hot PicksIran war ceasefirePAN Card application 2026Purple cap winnerOrange cap winnerIPL Points TablePublic holidays April 2026Bank Holidays AprilTop TrendingAndhra Pradesh Girl MurderUS Iran talksMI vs RCB Today IPL MatchBadminton Championships FinalPune tempatureTS Inter 1st 2nd Year Result 2026Asha BhosleSara TendulkarSchool Holidays in AprilAyush Shetty

SRINAGAR: Three universities in Kashmir have terminated academic agreements with a US-based NGO, Kashmir Care Foundation (KCF), following internal reviews amid a buzz that intelligence agencies had flagged concerns over its activities.University of Kashmir, Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) and Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K) issued orders cancelling MOUs with the Atlanta-based KCF. University of Kashmir and SKUAST-K did so on March 25 and IUST the following day.Naseer Iqbal, University of Kashmir’s registrar, wrote to KCF president Altaf K Lal pointing out that the MoU was executed between on Dec 15, 2025, “with the objective of furthering educational initiatives through-workshops, seminars and other academic engagements in STEM (science, tech, engineering, mathematics) humanities and related fields”.Officials said the terminations followed “adverse reports”, underscoring growing caution over collaborations with foreign institutions, especially in areas like technology, research, and data sharing.“The MoU has been reviewed by competent authorities and it has been determined that continuation is not in the larger institutional interest of the university,” the registrar’s letter states.Registrar Iqbal said KCF was run by Altaf, a Kashmiri based in the US, adding the MOU had a termination clause. “We decided on our own to terminate it as we thought it was not advisable (to continue) due to so many reasons,” Iqbal said, declining to go into specifics.The three varsities made it clear that no money was exchanged, nor liabilities created, during the MOU period.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosUS-Iran Deal HITS DEAD END, Trump SHIFTS TO Pakistan Praise, Replays India-Pak War ClaimMEA Slams China’s ‘Mischievous Attempts’, Rejects Fictitious Names to Arunachal Pradesh LocationsUAE Visit: Jaishankar Conveys PM Modi’s Thanks, Highlights India’s Role In Regional StabilityMobile Internet Ban Extended After CRPF Firing Shocker That Killed ProtestersSwami Vivekananda’s First-Ever Life-Size Statue Unveiled In Seattle, US‘Had Great Difficulty’: Stranded Indian Fishermen In Iran Return Home Via Armenia‘India Is New Engine Of Globalisation, Becoming Attractive Investment Hub’: Former WEF DirectorJaishankar Meets UAE FM In Abu Dhabi, Discusses West Asia Situation And Strategic Partnership”Don’t Assume It’s Over” Rajnath Cautions On West Asia ConflictJag Vikram Leads Way, First Indian Ship Through Hormuz Post Ceasefire123PhotostoriesBest non-American sitcoms of all time: ‘Derry Girls’, ‘Schitt’s Creek’ and more10 dishes that make lentils feel anything but ordinarySaas-bahu relationships on Indian TV that were actually wholesome: Devyani-Simar, Sudha-Parvati and more7 iconic breakfasts people eat around the world5 best fantasy dramas to watch on Hulu: From ‘Outlander’ to ‘Attack on Titan’Life lessons hidden in your favourite TV sitcoms: ‘Friends’, ‘The Office’ and more4 simple hacks to keep love aliveMumbai’s top 5 residential buildings redefining luxury and premium livingBefore your blood tests turn abnormal: 6 silent heart warning signs you’re missing, and how to fix them earlyTop temples in India to visit believed to bring wealth and prosperity123Hot PicksIran war ceasefirePAN Card application 2026Purple cap winnerOrange cap winnerIPL Points TablePublic holidays April 2026Bank Holidays AprilTop TrendingAndhra Pradesh Girl MurderUS Iran talksMI vs RCB Today IPL MatchBadminton Championships FinalPune tempatureTS Inter 1st 2nd Year Result 2026Asha BhosleSara TendulkarSchool Holidays in AprilAyush Shetty

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SRINAGAR: Three universities in Kashmir have terminated academic agreements with a US-based NGO, Kashmir Care Foundation (KCF), following internal reviews amid a buzz that intelligence agencies had flagged concerns over its activities.University of Kashmir, Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) and Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K) issued orders cancelling…

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Athiya Shetty gets trolled for using Lata Mangeshkar’s picture while paying tribute to Asha Bhosle: ‘Can someone tell her?’

Athiya Shetty gets trolled for using Lata Mangeshkar’s picture while paying tribute to Asha Bhosle: ‘Can someone tell her?’

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Asha Bhosle passed away at Mumbai’s Breach Candy Hospital due to multi-organ failure. She was admitted to the hospital on Saturday night and her granddaughter Zanai Bhosle shared that she was admitted due to chest infection and is undergoing treatment. However, on Sunday, the veteran singer’s son Anand Bhosle confirmed her demise. As celebs began…

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NEW DELHI: West Bengal, which has seen the most noise against SIR, ranked fifth in terms of net deletions (10.9%) among the 12 states/UTs where SIR Phase 2 stands completed, and third in terms of the absolute number of deletions of absent, shifted, dead and doubly enrolled (ASDD) electors. The state was second only to Uttar Pradesh in the count of dead electors dropped from the roll. While 25.5 lakh deceased electors were detected and removed in UP, West Bengal had 24.2 lakh such voters. Together, UP and West Bengal accounted for almost three-fourths of the 66.9 lakh dead electors deleted across the 12 states/UTs. In terms of permanently shifted electors struck off the rolls in Phase 2, West Bengal, with 19.9 lakh of the total 3.1 crore deletions in this category, figured at number six. This, notwithstanding the fact that the strength of Bengal’s electorate at the start of SIR was second only to UP’s. UP, where outmigration is a common phenomenon, accounted for the highest number of deletions of shifted electors (1.3 crore), followed by Tamil Nadu (52.7 lakh), Gujarat (40.2 lakh), Rajasthan (24.9 lakh) and Madhya Pradesh (22.8 lakh). Electors removed across the 12 states/UTs for being enrolled at multiple places totalled nearly 1.3 crore. In this category, West Bengal was at number 8, the lowest among the big states. With the removal of 1.4 lakh doubly enrolled electors, it finished behind UP (79.5 lakh), Tamil Nadu (13.5 lakh), Gujarat (9.7 lakh), Madhya Pradesh (8.4 lakh), Kerala (6.4 lakh), Rajasthan (4.6 lakh) and Chhattisgarh (3.7 lakh). Apart from ASDD electors struck off the rolls, there is an “others” category covering those who chose not to fill and submit enumeration forms despite multiple visits by booth level officers. Of the 12.7 lakh deletions under this head, West Bengal accounted for the fourth-highest number (57,604), behind UP (7.7 lakh), Gujarat (1.9 lakh) and Kerala (1.6 lakh). West Bengal saw the lowest number of electors being added among the major states during SIR. These additional enrolments were made based on Form 6 (first-time electors) and Form 8 (existing voters enrolling at a new address). West Bengal saw an addition of 7.5 lakh electors, putting it in seventh place after UP (92.4 lakh), Tamil Nadu (35 lakh), Kerala (20.4 lakh), Rajasthan (15.4 lakh), Madhya Pradesh (12.9 lakh) and Gujarat (12.2 lakh). Another 63.2 lakh names were deleted across the 12 states/UTs through Form 7 or adjudication, with the latter exercise being exclusive to West Bengal. The TMC-governed state topped the list with 33.1 lakh deletions, including 27.1 lakh adjudicated by judicial officers and the remaining 6 lakh removed following objections received through Form 7. Overall, West Bengal’s net deletions of 10.9% – as a percentage of the electorate at the start of SIR – positioned it lower than Andaman and Nicobar Islands (16.6%), UP (13.2%), Gujarat (13.1%) and Chhattisgarh (11.3%).About the AuthorBharti JainBharti Jain is senior editor with The Times of India, New Delhi. She has been writing on security matters since 1996. Having covered the Union home ministry, security agencies, Election Commission and the ‘prime’ political beat, the Congress, for The Economic Times all these years, she moved to TOI in August 2012. Her repertoire of news stories delves into the whole gamut of issues related to terrorism and internal strife, besides probing strategic affairs in India’s neighbourhood.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosUS-Iran Deal HITS DEAD END, Trump SHIFTS TO Pakistan Praise, Replays India-Pak War ClaimMEA Slams China’s ‘Mischievous Attempts’, Rejects Fictitious Names to Arunachal Pradesh LocationsUAE Visit: Jaishankar Conveys PM Modi’s Thanks, Highlights India’s Role In Regional StabilityMobile Internet Ban Extended After CRPF Firing Shocker That Killed ProtestersSwami Vivekananda’s First-Ever Life-Size Statue Unveiled In Seattle, US‘Had Great Difficulty’: Stranded Indian Fishermen In Iran Return Home Via Armenia‘India Is New Engine Of Globalisation, Becoming Attractive Investment Hub’: Former WEF DirectorJaishankar Meets UAE FM In Abu Dhabi, Discusses West Asia Situation And Strategic Partnership”Don’t Assume It’s Over” Rajnath Cautions On West Asia ConflictJag Vikram Leads Way, First Indian Ship Through Hormuz Post Ceasefire123PhotostoriesBest non-American sitcoms of all time: ‘Derry Girls’, ‘Schitt’s Creek’ and more10 dishes that make lentils feel anything but ordinarySaas-bahu relationships on Indian TV that were actually wholesome: Devyani-Simar, Sudha-Parvati and more7 iconic breakfasts people eat around the world5 best fantasy dramas to watch on Hulu: From ‘Outlander’ to ‘Attack on Titan’Life lessons hidden in your favourite TV sitcoms: ‘Friends’, ‘The Office’ and more4 simple hacks to keep love aliveMumbai’s top 5 residential buildings redefining luxury and premium livingBefore your blood tests turn abnormal: 6 silent heart warning signs you’re missing, and how to fix them earlyTop temples in India to visit believed to bring wealth and prosperity123Hot PicksIran war ceasefirePAN Card application 2026Purple cap winnerOrange cap winnerIPL Points TablePublic holidays April 2026Bank Holidays AprilTop TrendingAndhra Pradesh Girl MurderUS Iran talksMI vs RCB Today IPL MatchBadminton Championships FinalPune tempatureTS Inter 1st 2nd Year Result 2026Asha BhosleSara TendulkarSchool Holidays in AprilAyush Shetty

NEW DELHI: West Bengal, which has seen the most noise against SIR, ranked fifth in terms of net deletions (10.9%) among the 12 states/UTs where SIR Phase 2 stands completed, and third in terms of the absolute number of deletions of absent, shifted, dead and doubly enrolled (ASDD) electors. The state was second only to Uttar Pradesh in the count of dead electors dropped from the roll. While 25.5 lakh deceased electors were detected and removed in UP, West Bengal had 24.2 lakh such voters. Together, UP and West Bengal accounted for almost three-fourths of the 66.9 lakh dead electors deleted across the 12 states/UTs. In terms of permanently shifted electors struck off the rolls in Phase 2, West Bengal, with 19.9 lakh of the total 3.1 crore deletions in this category, figured at number six. This, notwithstanding the fact that the strength of Bengal’s electorate at the start of SIR was second only to UP’s. UP, where outmigration is a common phenomenon, accounted for the highest number of deletions of shifted electors (1.3 crore), followed by Tamil Nadu (52.7 lakh), Gujarat (40.2 lakh), Rajasthan (24.9 lakh) and Madhya Pradesh (22.8 lakh). Electors removed across the 12 states/UTs for being enrolled at multiple places totalled nearly 1.3 crore. In this category, West Bengal was at number 8, the lowest among the big states. With the removal of 1.4 lakh doubly enrolled electors, it finished behind UP (79.5 lakh), Tamil Nadu (13.5 lakh), Gujarat (9.7 lakh), Madhya Pradesh (8.4 lakh), Kerala (6.4 lakh), Rajasthan (4.6 lakh) and Chhattisgarh (3.7 lakh). Apart from ASDD electors struck off the rolls, there is an “others” category covering those who chose not to fill and submit enumeration forms despite multiple visits by booth level officers. Of the 12.7 lakh deletions under this head, West Bengal accounted for the fourth-highest number (57,604), behind UP (7.7 lakh), Gujarat (1.9 lakh) and Kerala (1.6 lakh). West Bengal saw the lowest number of electors being added among the major states during SIR. These additional enrolments were made based on Form 6 (first-time electors) and Form 8 (existing voters enrolling at a new address). West Bengal saw an addition of 7.5 lakh electors, putting it in seventh place after UP (92.4 lakh), Tamil Nadu (35 lakh), Kerala (20.4 lakh), Rajasthan (15.4 lakh), Madhya Pradesh (12.9 lakh) and Gujarat (12.2 lakh). Another 63.2 lakh names were deleted across the 12 states/UTs through Form 7 or adjudication, with the latter exercise being exclusive to West Bengal. The TMC-governed state topped the list with 33.1 lakh deletions, including 27.1 lakh adjudicated by judicial officers and the remaining 6 lakh removed following objections received through Form 7. Overall, West Bengal’s net deletions of 10.9% – as a percentage of the electorate at the start of SIR – positioned it lower than Andaman and Nicobar Islands (16.6%), UP (13.2%), Gujarat (13.1%) and Chhattisgarh (11.3%).About the AuthorBharti JainBharti Jain is senior editor with The Times of India, New Delhi. She has been writing on security matters since 1996. Having covered the Union home ministry, security agencies, Election Commission and the ‘prime’ political beat, the Congress, for The Economic Times all these years, she moved to TOI in August 2012. Her repertoire of news stories delves into the whole gamut of issues related to terrorism and internal strife, besides probing strategic affairs in India’s neighbourhood.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosUS-Iran Deal HITS DEAD END, Trump SHIFTS TO Pakistan Praise, Replays India-Pak War ClaimMEA Slams China’s ‘Mischievous Attempts’, Rejects Fictitious Names to Arunachal Pradesh LocationsUAE Visit: Jaishankar Conveys PM Modi’s Thanks, Highlights India’s Role In Regional StabilityMobile Internet Ban Extended After CRPF Firing Shocker That Killed ProtestersSwami Vivekananda’s First-Ever Life-Size Statue Unveiled In Seattle, US‘Had Great Difficulty’: Stranded Indian Fishermen In Iran Return Home Via Armenia‘India Is New Engine Of Globalisation, Becoming Attractive Investment Hub’: Former WEF DirectorJaishankar Meets UAE FM In Abu Dhabi, Discusses West Asia Situation And Strategic Partnership”Don’t Assume It’s Over” Rajnath Cautions On West Asia ConflictJag Vikram Leads Way, First Indian Ship Through Hormuz Post Ceasefire123PhotostoriesBest non-American sitcoms of all time: ‘Derry Girls’, ‘Schitt’s Creek’ and more10 dishes that make lentils feel anything but ordinarySaas-bahu relationships on Indian TV that were actually wholesome: Devyani-Simar, Sudha-Parvati and more7 iconic breakfasts people eat around the world5 best fantasy dramas to watch on Hulu: From ‘Outlander’ to ‘Attack on Titan’Life lessons hidden in your favourite TV sitcoms: ‘Friends’, ‘The Office’ and more4 simple hacks to keep love aliveMumbai’s top 5 residential buildings redefining luxury and premium livingBefore your blood tests turn abnormal: 6 silent heart warning signs you’re missing, and how to fix them earlyTop temples in India to visit believed to bring wealth and prosperity123Hot PicksIran war ceasefirePAN Card application 2026Purple cap winnerOrange cap winnerIPL Points TablePublic holidays April 2026Bank Holidays AprilTop TrendingAndhra Pradesh Girl MurderUS Iran talksMI vs RCB Today IPL MatchBadminton Championships FinalPune tempatureTS Inter 1st 2nd Year Result 2026Asha BhosleSara TendulkarSchool Holidays in AprilAyush Shetty

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NEW DELHI: West Bengal, which has seen the most noise against SIR, ranked fifth in terms of net deletions (10.9%) among the 12 states/UTs where SIR Phase 2 stands completed, and third in terms of the absolute number of deletions of absent, shifted, dead and doubly enrolled (ASDD) electors. The state was second only to…

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Sonam Bajwa recalls fan’s shocking confession: ‘Because of you, my engagement broke… he wanted me to look like you’

Sonam Bajwa recalls fan’s shocking confession: ‘Because of you, my engagement broke… he wanted me to look like you’

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Sonam Bajwa recently shared a startling fan interaction, revealing how she was once told she was the reason behind a broken engagement. The actress went on to reveal the reason behind the broken relationship, as shared by the fan. Sonam added that she reassured the fan, saying she was happy for her decision. Sonam Bajwa…

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Taurus Horoscope Today, April 13, 2026: In office or business, you get a nod from authority

Taurus Horoscope Today, April 13, 2026: In office or business, you get a nod from authority

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Positive endorsements from senior colleagues elevate your professional presence, enhancing your reputation for reliability. At home, navigating the occasional power struggle with the kids can be challenging, but remaining composed is essential. Enjoying your partner’s upbeat demeanor is a breath of fresh air, especially when work-related stresses are kept at bay. Someone senior backs you…

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US will ‘probably’ need to use special forces to get Iran’s uranium, says Nikki Haley as she rules out 2028 run

US will ‘probably’ need to use special forces to get Iran’s uranium, says Nikki Haley as she rules out 2028 run

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Former Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley said that the United States will “probably” have to deploy special forces to secure Iran’s uranium stockpile.Speaking on CNN’s State of the Union, Haley said, “That’s probably what it’s going to come down to. I mean, this is a special force mission. It would take about a week to…

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Marking its first international acquisition, India’s premier defence shipyard Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd (MDL) has secured a 51% controlling stake in Colombo Dockyard PLC (CDPLC) for approximately Rs 249.5 crore (.8 million). The Mumbai-based defence public sector undertaking announced in a statement on April 9 that the deal brings Sri Lanka’s largest shipyard under its operational control, marking a transformative step in India’s maritime expansion strategy. The deal involves acquiring shares from Japan’s Onomichi Dockyard. The acquisition is strategically important for India to counter China’s growing maritime footprint in Sri Lanka. Beijing holds a 99-year lease for Hambantota Port and has regularly docked naval vessels in Colombo, raising alarms in New Delhi. MDL’s acquiring a controlling stake in CDPLC is also being seen as a geopolitical response to China’s increasing presence in Indian Ocean Region (IOR).End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosUS-Iran Deal HITS DEAD END, Trump SHIFTS TO Pakistan Praise, Replays India-Pak War ClaimMEA Slams China’s ‘Mischievous Attempts’, Rejects Fictitious Names to Arunachal Pradesh LocationsUAE Visit: Jaishankar Conveys PM Modi’s Thanks, Highlights India’s Role In Regional StabilityMobile Internet Ban Extended After CRPF Firing Shocker That Killed ProtestersSwami Vivekananda’s First-Ever Life-Size Statue Unveiled In Seattle, US‘Had Great Difficulty’: Stranded Indian Fishermen In Iran Return Home Via Armenia‘India Is New Engine Of Globalisation, Becoming Attractive Investment Hub’: Former WEF DirectorJaishankar Meets UAE FM In Abu Dhabi, Discusses West Asia Situation And Strategic Partnership”Don’t Assume It’s Over” Rajnath Cautions On West Asia ConflictJag Vikram Leads Way, First Indian Ship Through Hormuz Post Ceasefire123PhotostoriesBest non-American sitcoms of all time: ‘Derry Girls’, ‘Schitt’s Creek’ and more10 dishes that make lentils feel anything but ordinarySaas-bahu relationships on Indian TV that were actually wholesome: Devyani-Simar, Sudha-Parvati and more7 iconic breakfasts people eat around the world5 best fantasy dramas to watch on Hulu: From ‘Outlander’ to ‘Attack on Titan’Life lessons hidden in your favourite TV sitcoms: ‘Friends’, ‘The Office’ and moreMumbai’s top 5 residential buildings redefining luxury and premium livingBefore your blood tests turn abnormal: 6 silent heart warning signs you’re missing, and how to fix them earlyTop temples in India to visit believed to bring wealth and prosperityAsha Bhosle passes away at 92: Ode to the voice behind generations of Bollywood’s divas, from Madhubala to Karisma Kapoor123Hot PicksIran war ceasefirePAN Card application 2026Purple cap winnerOrange cap winnerIPL Points TablePublic holidays April 2026Bank Holidays AprilTop TrendingAndhra Pradesh Girl MurderUS Iran talksMI vs RCB Today IPL MatchBadminton Championships FinalPune tempatureTS Inter 1st 2nd Year Result 2026Asha BhosleSara TendulkarSchool Holidays in AprilAyush Shetty

Marking its first international acquisition, India’s premier defence shipyard Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd (MDL) has secured a 51% controlling stake in Colombo Dockyard PLC (CDPLC) for approximately Rs 249.5 crore ($26.8 million). The Mumbai-based defence public sector undertaking announced in a statement on April 9 that the deal brings Sri Lanka’s largest shipyard under its operational control, marking a transformative step in India’s maritime expansion strategy. The deal involves acquiring shares from Japan’s Onomichi Dockyard. The acquisition is strategically important for India to counter China’s growing maritime footprint in Sri Lanka. Beijing holds a 99-year lease for Hambantota Port and has regularly docked naval vessels in Colombo, raising alarms in New Delhi. MDL’s acquiring a controlling stake in CDPLC is also being seen as a geopolitical response to China’s increasing presence in Indian Ocean Region (IOR).End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosUS-Iran Deal HITS DEAD END, Trump SHIFTS TO Pakistan Praise, Replays India-Pak War ClaimMEA Slams China’s ‘Mischievous Attempts’, Rejects Fictitious Names to Arunachal Pradesh LocationsUAE Visit: Jaishankar Conveys PM Modi’s Thanks, Highlights India’s Role In Regional StabilityMobile Internet Ban Extended After CRPF Firing Shocker That Killed ProtestersSwami Vivekananda’s First-Ever Life-Size Statue Unveiled In Seattle, US‘Had Great Difficulty’: Stranded Indian Fishermen In Iran Return Home Via Armenia‘India Is New Engine Of Globalisation, Becoming Attractive Investment Hub’: Former WEF DirectorJaishankar Meets UAE FM In Abu Dhabi, Discusses West Asia Situation And Strategic Partnership”Don’t Assume It’s Over” Rajnath Cautions On West Asia ConflictJag Vikram Leads Way, First Indian Ship Through Hormuz Post Ceasefire123PhotostoriesBest non-American sitcoms of all time: ‘Derry Girls’, ‘Schitt’s Creek’ and more10 dishes that make lentils feel anything but ordinarySaas-bahu relationships on Indian TV that were actually wholesome: Devyani-Simar, Sudha-Parvati and more7 iconic breakfasts people eat around the world5 best fantasy dramas to watch on Hulu: From ‘Outlander’ to ‘Attack on Titan’Life lessons hidden in your favourite TV sitcoms: ‘Friends’, ‘The Office’ and moreMumbai’s top 5 residential buildings redefining luxury and premium livingBefore your blood tests turn abnormal: 6 silent heart warning signs you’re missing, and how to fix them earlyTop temples in India to visit believed to bring wealth and prosperityAsha Bhosle passes away at 92: Ode to the voice behind generations of Bollywood’s divas, from Madhubala to Karisma Kapoor123Hot PicksIran war ceasefirePAN Card application 2026Purple cap winnerOrange cap winnerIPL Points TablePublic holidays April 2026Bank Holidays AprilTop TrendingAndhra Pradesh Girl MurderUS Iran talksMI vs RCB Today IPL MatchBadminton Championships FinalPune tempatureTS Inter 1st 2nd Year Result 2026Asha BhosleSara TendulkarSchool Holidays in AprilAyush Shetty

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Marking its first international acquisition, India’s premier defence shipyard Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd (MDL) has secured a 51% controlling stake in Colombo Dockyard PLC (CDPLC) for approximately Rs 249.5 crore ($26.8 million). The Mumbai-based defence public sector undertaking announced in a statement on April 9 that the deal brings Sri Lanka’s largest shipyard under its…

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IPL 2026: Phil Salt, Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar shine as RCB outgun MI in 462-run thriller at Wankhede

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NEW DELHI: Royal Challengers Bengaluru produced a commanding all-round performance to outclass Mumbai Indians by 18 runs in a high-scoring IPL clash at the Wankhede. Powered by explosive half-centuries from Phil Salt, Virat Kohli and skipper Rajat Patidar, RCB posted a massive 240/4, which MI could not fully chase despite a late fightback led by…

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Harvard graduate student union plans strike over stalled contract talks on pay and protections

Harvard graduate student union plans strike over stalled contract talks on pay and protections

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The Harvard Graduate Student Union-United Auto Workers (HGSU-UAW) said on Friday that it will begin a strike on April 21 if Harvard University does not meet its demands, according to The Harvard Crimson.In an email to members, the union said Harvard’s negotiators have not engaged on key issues, including wages, protections for non-citizen workers, and…

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Asha Bhosle demise: Ram Gopal Varma recalls Rangeela Re magic, Urmila Matondkar says ‘heart broken beyond words’

Asha Bhosle demise: Ram Gopal Varma recalls Rangeela Re magic, Urmila Matondkar says ‘heart broken beyond words’

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Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma paid a heartfelt tribute to legendary singer Asha Bhosle, remembering her iconic contribution to his films and her unmatched artistry. Urmila Matondkar, who featured in some of Asha Bhosle’s most iconic songs like Rangeela Re and Kambakht Ishq, also expressed her grief. Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma paid a heartfelt tribute to…

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Costco bakery item recall: This popular bakery dessert sparks urgent allergy warning after hidden ingredient mix-up |

Costco bakery item recall: This popular bakery dessert sparks urgent allergy warning after hidden ingredient mix-up |

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Recently, a food safety warning concerning Costco has attracted considerable attention when a widely loved bakery snack was voluntarily recalled from sale in several American states and territories. The problem relates to Traditional Madeleines, a dessert that is known to be available in the form of plastic shells at bakery counters in the warehouses. As…

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‘Don’t care if Brandon’s wife is half Indian’: Internet reacts to US congressman calling out Indians at 7-Eleven

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A US lawmaker’s remarks about Indian workers at 7-Eleven stores triggered an online debate, with reactions ranging from MAGA support to criticism from progressives over his comments and personal ties.Texas congressman Brandon Gill is facing backlash after a video of him criticising the hiring of Indian workers went viral on X. In the clip, Gill…

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Defence minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday said India will become completely self-reliant in the defence sector, disclosing that “manufacturing of the BrahMos missile has begun in Lucknow and the first batch has been delivered to the Army”. He also pointed out that national security, an indispensable pillar of India’s journey towards Viksit Bharat, is a collective duty of every citizen, and not the sole responsibility of the defence forces.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosUS-Iran Deal HITS DEAD END, Trump SHIFTS TO Pakistan Praise, Replays India-Pak War ClaimMEA Slams China’s ‘Mischievous Attempts’, Rejects Fictitious Names to Arunachal Pradesh LocationsUAE Visit: Jaishankar Conveys PM Modi’s Thanks, Highlights India’s Role In Regional StabilityMobile Internet Ban Extended After CRPF Firing Shocker That Killed ProtestersSwami Vivekananda’s First-Ever Life-Size Statue Unveiled In Seattle, US‘Had Great Difficulty’: Stranded Indian Fishermen In Iran Return Home Via Armenia‘India Is New Engine Of Globalisation, Becoming Attractive Investment Hub’: Former WEF DirectorJaishankar Meets UAE FM In Abu Dhabi, Discusses West Asia Situation And Strategic Partnership”Don’t Assume It’s Over” Rajnath Cautions On West Asia ConflictJag Vikram Leads Way, First Indian Ship Through Hormuz Post Ceasefire123PhotostoriesBest non-American sitcoms of all time: ‘Derry Girls’, ‘Schitt’s Creek’ and more10 dishes that make lentils feel anything but ordinarySaas-bahu relationships on Indian TV that were actually wholesome: Devyani-Simar, Sudha-Parvati and more7 iconic breakfasts people eat around the world5 best fantasy dramas to watch on Hulu: From ‘Outlander’ to ‘Attack on Titan’Life lessons hidden in your favourite TV sitcoms: ‘Friends’, ‘The Office’ and moreMumbai’s top 5 residential buildings redefining luxury and premium livingBefore your blood tests turn abnormal: 6 silent heart warning signs you’re missing, and how to fix them earlyTop temples in India to visit believed to bring wealth and prosperityAsha Bhosle passes away at 92: Ode to the voice behind generations of Bollywood’s divas, from Madhubala to Karisma Kapoor123Hot PicksIran war ceasefirePAN Card application 2026Purple cap winnerOrange cap winnerIPL Points TablePublic holidays April 2026Bank Holidays AprilTop TrendingAndhra Pradesh Girl MurderUS Iran talksMI vs RCB Today IPL MatchBadminton Championships FinalPune tempatureTS Inter 1st 2nd Year Result 2026Asha BhosleSara TendulkarSchool Holidays in AprilAyush Shetty

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Defence minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday said India will become completely self-reliant in the defence sector, disclosing that “manufacturing of the BrahMos missile has begun in Lucknow and the first batch has been delivered to the Army”. He also pointed out that national security, an indispensable pillar of India’s journey towards Viksit Bharat, is a…

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Ranveer Allahbadia confirms relationship with Juhi Bhatt during MI vs RCB IPL match at Wankhede stadium: ‘Girlfriend ke sath hoon’

Ranveer Allahbadia confirms relationship with Juhi Bhatt during MI vs RCB IPL match at Wankhede stadium: ‘Girlfriend ke sath hoon’

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After his reported breakup with TV actor Nikki Sharma, YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia seems to have found love again. The ongoing IPL clash between Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bengaluru at Wankhede Stadium turned into a talking point as Ranveer was spotted with rumoured girlfriend Juhi Bhatt. After his reported breakup with TV actor Nikki Sharma,…

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