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Archaeologists discover early humans built vast island networks across the Philippines
New findings show ancient Filipinos were not isolated. They actively sailed across open oceans thousands of years ago. Mindoro island holds evidence of this. These early people were skilled navigators and innovators. They used shell tools and fished in deep waters. This research reshapes our understanding of early human movement and connection across islands.
Cancer, Leo, Virgo Horoscope Today – 20th April 2026: Leadership Opportunities, Luck & Financial Awareness
Your Daily Horoscope Today emphasizes visibility, personal growth, and emotional depth. While professional recognition is on the horizon, navigating group dynamics and internal transformations requires a careful approach. It is important to act with patience, seeking guidance from mentors to balance ambition with inner stability. Anand Sagar Pathak predicts in today’s horoscope and how it can shape your emotional and professional outlook.
Foundation stone laid for India's first advanced 3D chip packaging unit in Odisha's Info Valley
Union Minister for Electronics & IT Ashwini Vaishnaw said that the foundation stone of a semiconductor plant has been laid in Odisha on the occasion of Akshay Tritiya. He said the upcoming facility marks a significant step for high-tech manufacturing in the state, adding that he thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi.
Warangal airport foundation stone to be laid soon: Telangana minister
Reddy, who held a meeting with officials of the Airports Authority of India and others regarding the three new airports proposed in the state, said the government has already handed over 953 acres of land to the Centre for the Warangal airport project.
India's first Petroglyph Conservation Park to be set up in Ladakh
Lt Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena lays foundation stone for India’s first petroglyph conservation park in Leh on World Heritage Day. The park aims to protect Ladakh’s ancient rock carvings threatened by tourism and development. An MoU with ASI supports preservation, while efforts will relocate endangered artefacts and promote curated heritage circuits with community participation.
Japanese proverb: 'Fall seven times, stand up eight” — meaning, life lessons, and why it still matters today
The Japanese proverb 'Fall seven times, stand up eight' emphasizes resilience and persistence, highlighting that success comes from rising after every setback. This philosophy, rooted in Japanese culture, frames failure as a necessary part of growth, teaching valuable lessons.
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'Want to see Strait of Hormuz opened; no privatisation, no tolls': Australian PM Anthony Albanese
In a post on X, following his participation in a virtual Leaders' Summit on the Strait of Hormuz co-hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, Albanese said 49 countries had come together with a "consistent approach" focused on ensuring freedom of navigation.

‘No stone will be unturned’: White House taps FBI over missing scientists case, calls concerns ‘legitimate’
President Trump has directed the FBI to investigate a series of mysterious deaths and disappearances of nearly a dozen individuals, including scientists and military personnel, over the past three years. The White House is working with federal agencies to review these cases for potential commonalities, acknowledging the legitimacy of concerns surrounding these incidents.

Xi's in company of slew of world leaders while Trump fights allies
President Xi Jinping is hosting global leaders in Beijing. This surge in diplomacy highlights China's growing influence. Nations seek stability and open economies from Beijing. This comes as the US faces international criticism. Leaders are visiting China for stronger global partnerships. This diplomatic activity contrasts with US foreign policy.

Thiruparankundram Deepam row simmers in Madurai as BJP pushes 'Ayodhya of South' pitch, caste calculus reshapes contest
A religious dispute over Thiruparankundram Hill has become a political flashpoint. The BJP calls it the 'Ayodhya of the South', while the DMK government expressed concerns about communal tension. However, locals report a calm atmosphere. The controversy influences electoral strategies, with the AIADMK MLA focusing on development.

Centre relaxes wheat procurement norms for Punjab to counter rain damage
The central government has eased wheat procurement rules for Punjab and Chandigarh for the Rabi Marketing Season 2026-27. This decision follows untimely rains that damaged crops. Relaxations include increased tolerance for lustre loss and shrivelled grains. Punjab officials are ensuring smooth procurement and timely payments to farmers. Opposition parties had criticized the state government for delays in seeking these relaxations.

Noida workers have 'long-endured exploitation', says SP leader as delegation denied meeting with protestors
Samajwadi Party leaders were stopped by police Friday while trying to meet protesting factory workers in Noida. Senior leader Mata Prasad Pandey alleged the administration failed to act on long-standing worker exploitation. He claimed workers are missing and falsely accused. Thousands of factory workers had previously announced a strike demanding wage hikes, which turned violent.

801 restaurant group files chapter 11 bankruptcy as 801 Chophouse chain faces rising costs and Minneapolis closure
801 Restaurant Group, owner of 801 Chophouse, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy to manage growing debt and business pressure. The sudden closure of its Minneapolis location highlights challenges in downtown dining. Rising costs, fewer office crowds, and changing customer habits are hurting sales. The company plans to stay open and fix its finances.

Why Bathroom Tiles Feel So Cold Even When They Are Not
Stepping from a warm shower onto bathroom tiles can feel surprisingly cold. This sensation is not due to the tile's temperature but its ability to rapidly absorb heat from your body. Materials like ceramic and stone tiles conduct heat much faster than soft mats. This quick heat loss creates a chill.

Scientists Discover 430,000-Year-Old Wooden Tools, Rewriting Human History
Archaeologists unearthed 430,000-year-old wooden tools in Greece, pushing back the timeline of sophisticated human craftsmanship. These hand-held implements, discovered at the Marathousa 1 site, reveal early humans' advanced understanding of materials. This significant find offers fresh insights into Middle Pleistocene survival strategies and technological capabilities, challenging previous assumptions about our ancestors' ingenuity.

Ancient Egyptian stone monument depicting a Roman emperor as a pharaoh discovered in Luxor
An ancient Egyptian stela, 2,000 years old, was discovered in Luxor. It shows Roman Emperor Tiberius as an Egyptian Pharaoh. This artifact reveals how Roman rulers adopted local customs to maintain power. The stela also details the reconstruction of a temple wall. It is a significant find for understanding cultural exchange and political strategies of the past.

Manipur: Thousands hit streets in Imphal in torch rally over children's killing, clash with forces
Thousands defied prohibitory orders in Manipur's Imphal West district, holding a torch rally to protest a recent bomb attack that killed two children. Clashes erupted with security forces when protesters, demanding arrests, were asked to turn back. Several people were injured in the confrontation.

Noida protests: UP govt approves revised minimum wages across categories
Following violent Noida protests by factory workers demanding a wage hike, the Uttar Pradesh government approved a minimum wage increase for various worker categories. Unskilled workers will now earn Rs 13,690 monthly, semi-skilled Rs 15,059, and skilled Rs 16,868 in the Noida-Ghaziabad region.

Noida protests: Is Pakistan involved in workers unrest in UP’s Electronic City? Here's what minister said
Uttar Pradesh Labour Minister Anil Rajbhar labelled Noida's worker protests, marked by arson and vandalism, a "well-planned conspiracy." He cited recent terror arrests with alleged Pakistan links, suggesting a motive to destabilize the state and disrupt development. Senior officials are now in Noida to engage with workers and resolve grievances through dialogue, aiming to restore normalcy.

Noida workers protest: Samvardhana Motherson says unrest has no material impact on operations
Samvardhana Motherson International Limited has clarified that recent labour protests have not significantly affected its operations. The company stated that the unrest, driven by misinformation on wage revisions, is a broader issue impacting multiple industries.

Euphoria season 3 OTT release date confirmed: When and where to watch Zendaya, Sydney Sweeney’s series in India
Euphoria season 3, the final installment, premieres on JioHotstar in India on April 15, following its US debut. The new season jumps five years ahead, with characters navigating adulthood, addiction consequences, career paths, and complex relationships. Zendaya, Sydney Sweeney, and Jacob Elordi return, joined by new faces like Sharon Stone and Rosalía.

Noida protest: Cars set on fire, stones pelted during salary hike unrest; Watch video
Noida protest: Protests by factory workers in Noida demanding higher wages turned violent on Monday, with reports of vehicles being set on fire and properties vandalised in Phase-2 and Sector 60. The unrest highlights a growing wage gap with neighbouring Haryana, where monthly wages were recently hiked to ₹19,000 compared to ₹13,000 in Uttar Pradesh.

Noida protest reason: Why workers are up in arms, pelting stones, blocking key roads, torching cars
Protests by workers at Noida's Hosiery Complex demanding higher wages escalated into violence on Monday. Demonstrators vandalized vehicles and property, and engaged in stone-pelting with police. A car was also set ablaze during the unrest, prompting a significant police presence to restore order. This follows a Sunday meeting discussing worker welfare issues.

Anand Mahindra's Monday Motivation has a chilling message about a place where hundreds of innocent people were brutally shot
Anand Mahindra's Monday Motivation: In a post on Monday, Anand Mahindra recalled the tragic Jallianwala Bagh massacre, where hundreds of unarmed civilians were fired upon in Punjab's Amritsar. He shared an image of a commemorative stone, which he took during one of his visits, that had a simple chilling inscription that people were fired from here.

Protest in Noida today: 'Call on these numbers', Noida DM's video goes viral after workers' protests turned violent
Noida protest news: After the protest in Noida over the weekend turned violent, DM Medha Roopam put out a video message on X where she assured that factories had been asked to ensure a weekly off for every worker and pay double if anyone is made to work on that day. She also provided helpline numbers and said a control room has been set up to listen to the workers' grievances.

Noida protest: Massive traffic jam leaves office goers frustrated, ask 'Bhai ye kaisa salary hike discussion hai?'
Noida protest today: On Monday, a massive protest by factory workers in Noida turned violent, with agitators vandalising vehicles and throwing stones. Commuters were stuck in a traffic jam for hours due to the protest and many frustrated office goers took to X to vent out their anger. One of the netizens asked what kind of salary discussion this is, and the other one called the protest unethical.

'People were fired at from here': Anand Mahindra’s post on a haunting piece of history
Anand Mahindra shared a powerful memory from a historical site. An inscription there reminded him of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre. This event, where unarmed civilians were fired upon, remains a crucial part of India's freedom struggle. Such reminders underscore the need to honor victims and foster collective resolve. It highlights courage as the response to cruelty.

"Resolve of double-engine govt": Yogi Adityanath ahead of land ownership rights documents distribution in Lakhimpur Kheri
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath distributed land ownership rights documents to 331 Hindu families displaced from Bangladesh. He also laid the foundation stone and inaugurated 213 development projects worth Rs 417 crore. Keys to homes under the Chief Minister Housing Scheme were also allocated. Land ownership certificates were given to 4,556 Tharu tribe families.

How a protest over one liquor shop ended up injuring 32 policemen, 80 villagers near Nagpur
Protests demanding the closure of a country liquor shop in Maharashtra's Gondia district turned violent, resulting in at least 32 police injuries. The clash erupted when police attempted to arrest a key protester, leading to stone-pelting and arson by villagers. Authorities have deployed additional forces and are working to de-escalate tensions through dialogue.
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