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Is today a bank holiday for Ambedkar Jayanti, Baisakhi? Check RBI’s city-wise holiday list

Is today a bank holiday for Ambedkar Jayanti, Baisakhi? Check RBI’s city-wise holiday list

New Delhi: Ambedkar Jayanti is a gazetted holiday in India, and several institutions, offices and banks will remain closed in most cities on April 14, 2026. According to the list of holidays issued by the Reserve Bank of India, banks will remain closed forย  Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar Jayanti, Mahabishab Sankranti, Biju, Buisu Festival, Tamil New Year's Day, Bohag Bihu, Cheiraoba and Baisakhi. Therefore, if you're planning to visit a bank branch today, find out whether it is open or closed. Here's the complete list of city-wise holidays today. Banks to remain closed in these citiesย ย  According to the Reserve Bank…
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JD Vance reaffirms US’ red lines on Iran possessing nukes after failed talks: ‘Ball in their court’

JD Vance reaffirms US’ red lines on Iran possessing nukes after failed talks: ‘Ball in their court’

Washington: US Vice President JD Vance on Tuesday firmly outlined Washingtonโ€™s red lines as it negotiates with Iran over measures to ease tensions in the Middle East. Speaking to Fox News, Vance said that President Donald Trump has made USโ€™ key demands clear, that Iran must hand over its stockpile of enriched uranium, which the US believes is being concealed in underground facilities. Vance noted that although Iran maintains it has no intention of developing nuclear weapons, the United States insists on strict verification. He added that Trumpโ€™s broader goal is to ensure that Iran does not retain the capability…
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Stock Market Holiday: Are NSE, BSE open or closed on April 14 for Ambedkar Jayanti? Check full list

Stock Market Holiday: Are NSE, BSE open or closed on April 14 for Ambedkar Jayanti? Check full list

Mumbai: Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty will remain closed today, April 14, 2026, on account of Dr Baba Saheb Ambedkar Jayanti. According to the BSE and NSE holiday calendars, the stock markets will be closed on April 14ย in observance of Dr Baba Saheb Ambedkar Jayanti. There will be no trading today. Trading will resume on Wednesday, April 15. According to the information available on the official website, equity derivatives and currency segments of the market will also remain closed on April 14. However, trading in commodity derivatives will be closed only in the morning session and will reopen in…
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Who is Sakib Hussain? The 21-year-old who left Rajasthan Royals stunned on his debut?

Who is Sakib Hussain? The 21-year-old who left Rajasthan Royals stunned on his debut?

New Delhi: Sunrisers Hyderabad pulled off an exceptional performance against Rajasthan Royals. The two sides met at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad on April 13. The clash saw Hyderabad coming in to bat first, and the side posted a total of 216 runs in the first innings of the game.ย  Defending the target, SRH limited Rajasthan to a score of 159, and it was all thanks to the spells of Praful Hinge and Sakib Hussain, who were making their debut and went on to take four wickets to dismantle Royalsโ€™ batting attack and handed them their first loss…
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Lazy parenting isnโ€™t lazy at all: Hereโ€™s why it might be what your child needs

Lazy parenting isnโ€™t lazy at all: Hereโ€™s why it might be what your child needs

Parents are embracing 'lazy parenting,' a strategy that involves stepping back to foster independence in children. This approach encourages kids to tackle small challenges, solve problems, and learn from mistakes, building resilience and responsibility. It's about mindful guidance, not neglect, allowing children to grow through everyday experiences and reducing parental pressure. The word โ€œlazyโ€ usually carries a hint of guilt. It brings to mind undone chores, missed deadlines, and a lack of effort. So when the idea of โ€œlazy parentingโ€ began to circulate online, it raised eyebrows. Can parenting, one of the most demanding roles, ever be โ€œlazyโ€? Or is…
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BJP has decided to depute only women leaders, including MPs, in television debates for a week starting Monday .

BJP has decided to depute only women leaders, including MPs, in television debates for a week starting Monday .

In a move which the party sees befitting to the political stance and situation, the BJP has decided to depute only women leaders, including MPs, in television debates for a week starting Monday . The party seeks to send across a strong message ahead of discussions in Parliament on bills that seek to implement a provision for 33 per cent reservation to women in the Lok Sabha and state Assemblies from 2029. ย  The government is set to bring in Parliament proposed amendments to the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, also known as the Women's Reservation Act, for their consideration and…
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China fires ‘don’t interfere’ warning to US over Strait of Hormuz blockade

China fires ‘don’t interfere’ warning to US over Strait of Hormuz blockade

Beijing: China has issued a sharp warning to the United States over its decision to impose a blockade on the Strait of Hormuz, urging Washington not to interfere in Beijingโ€™s ties with Iran. Chinese Defence Minister Admiral Dong Jun on Monday said China would continue to honour its trade and energy commitments with Tehran, adding that Chinese vessels would keep operating in the region despite rising tensions. "Our ships are moving in and out of the waters of the Strait of Hormuz. We have trade and energy agreements with Iran. We will respect and honour those agreements and expect others…
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Sunrisers Hyderabad’s Praful Hinge enters elite list with exceptional showing against Rajasthan Royals

Sunrisers Hyderabad’s Praful Hinge enters elite list with exceptional showing against Rajasthan Royals

Hyderabad: Rajasthan Royals were handed their first loss of the ongoing IPL (Indian Premier League) 2026 season. The side took on Sunrisers Hyderabad at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, and the visitors were completely blown away by SRHโ€™s performance in the game. After posting a target of 217 runs on the board, Sunrisers Hyderabad put forth a brilliant performance with the ball, and Praful Hinge was at the forefront of the brilliance. Making his debut, the pacer took three wickets in his very first over and blew away RRโ€™s batting attack.ย  He ended his spell by conceding 34 runs and…
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Ek Prem Katha’ going well

Ek Prem Katha’ going well

The action drama โ€˜Dacoit: Ek Prem Kathaโ€™, starring Adivi Sesh, has grossed over Rs 40 crore worldwide during its opening weekend at the box-office.ย The film is directed by Shaneil Deo, marking his debut as a filmmaker. He has also co-written the screenplay along with Sesh. In addition to Sesh, the movie features performances by Mrunal Thakur and filmmaker-actor Anurag Kashyap. ย  Released on April 10, the Sesh-led film opened strongly, collecting Rs 15 crore globally on its first day. The filmโ€™s total worldwide earnings have now surpassed Rs 40 crore. ย  โ€œDacoitโ€ tells the story of a furious convict driven…
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Rohit Sharma to undergo scans for hamstring injury, uncertain for next IPL clash

Rohit Sharma to undergo scans for hamstring injury, uncertain for next IPL clash

New Delhi: Mumbai Indians talisman Rohit Sharma will undergo scans to detail the extent of his hamstring injury, which he picked up during his team's IPL 2026 clash against the Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Cricbuzz reported. Sharma walked off the field in the 241-run chase at the Wankhede Stadium on Sunday, April 12, in the sixth over. Meanwhile, his availability for MI's next clash against the Punjab Kings on April 16 will be dependent on the scan results. Rohit was attended by the physio before the first ball of the sixth over, bowled by Rasikh Salam Dar. He returned to face…
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