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<image:caption>Attacks by US and Israel have "failed," no success possible at negotiating table: Iran's envoy to Russia</image:caption>
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<news:title>Iran: US, Israel ‘failed on all counts’ in conflict</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/20/15-dead-20-injured-as-bus-plunges-into-gorge-in-jks-udhampur</loc>
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<image:caption>Wrecked remains of a passenger bus after it rolled down a hill, in Jammu and Kashmir's Udhampur district, Monday, April 20, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:title>15 dead, 20 injured as bus plunges into gorge in J&amp;K’s Udhampur</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/tamil/2026/Apr/20/ajiths-racing-team-secures-second-place-at-24h-series-at-spa-francorchamps-in-belgium</loc>
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<image:caption>Ajith lifting the trophy at Spa-Francorchamps</image:caption>
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<news:title>Ajith's racing team secures second place at 24H Series at Spa-Francorchamps in Belgium</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/elections/tamilnadu-elections/2026/Apr/20/aiadmk-has-surrendered-to-bjp-alleges-rahul-gandhi-in-kanniyakumari-rally</loc>
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<image:caption>Congress leader Rahul Gandhi</image:caption>
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<news:title>AIADMK has ‘surrendered’ to BJP, alleges Rahul Gandhi in Kanniyakumari rally</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/20/cji-flags-surge-in-digital-arrest-scams-says-even-educated-falling-prey</loc>
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<image:caption>CJI Surya Kant.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T07:58:01.207Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>CJI flags surge in ‘digital arrest’ scams, says even educated falling prey </news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/maharashtra/2026/Apr/20/mahayuti-to-collect-signatures-from-women-to-expose-oppns-anti-women-stance-maharashtra-cm-fadnavis</loc>
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<image:caption>Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis addressing a press conference in Mumbai.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T07:52:08.578Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Mahayuti to collect signatures from women to expose Oppn's 'anti-women' stance: Maharashtra CM Fadnavis</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/Apr/20/over-3300-people-have-died-in-iran-during-war</loc>
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<image:caption>Displaced people cross a destroyed bridge they return to their villages, following a ceasefire between Hezbollah and Israel, in Tayr Felsay village, southern Lebanon, Sunday, April 19, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T07:43:04.226Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Over 3,300 people have died in Iran during war</news:title>
<news:keywords>World, West Asia conflict, Iran War, Iran’s Legal Medicine Organization</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/madhya-pradesh/2026/Apr/20/bishnoi-gangs-local-web-how-operatives-targeted-mps-business-elite</loc>
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<image:caption>Gangster Lawrence Bishnoi</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T07:32:45.013Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Bishnoi Gang’s local web: How operatives targeted MP’s business elite </news:title>
<news:keywords>Madhya Pradesh, Nation, Madhya Pradesh, Gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, Khargone case</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/hindi/2026/Apr/20/adarsh-gourav-returns-for-alien-earth-season-2-alongside-peter-dinklage</loc>
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<image:caption>Adarsh Gourav</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T07:27:21.916Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Adarsh Gourav returns for ‘Alien: Earth’ Season 2 alongside Peter Dinklage</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/english/2026/Apr/20/charlize-theron-warns-ai-could-replace-actors-but-not-live-stage-performers-amid-chalamet-comments</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2025-07-07/j0imo2oc/202507073446547.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Charlize Theron</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T07:22:48.157Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Charlize Theron warns AI could replace actors but not live stage performers amid Chalamet comments</news:title>
<news:keywords>English, Charlize Theron, artifical intelligence, Timothée Chalamet</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/business/2026/Apr/20/french-prosecutors-summon-elon-musk-over-allegations-of-child-abuse-images-and-deepfakes-on-x-2</loc>
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<image:caption>Elon Musk attends the finals for the NCAA wrestling championship, March 22, 2025, in Philadelphia.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T07:21:54.713Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>French prosecutors summon Elon Musk over allegations of child abuse images and deepfakes on X</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/english/2026/Apr/20/justin-bieber-serenades-billie-eilish-in-emotional-coachella-moment</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-20/sikr0s2q/ANI_20260420064446.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Billie Eilish joins Justin Bieber on stage, gets 'One Less Lonely Girl' serenade</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T07:16:30.791Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title> Justin Bieber serenades Billie Eilish in emotional Coachella moment</news:title>
<news:keywords>English, Justin Bieber, Billie Eilish, Coachella</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/Apr/20/grieving-traumatized-survivors-return-to-their-homes-5-months-after-deadly-hong-kong-fire</loc>
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<image:caption>People offer flowers and pray for the victims near the site of Wednesday’s fire at Wang Fuk Court, a residential estate in the Tai Po district of Hong Kong’s New Territories, Sunday, Nov. 30, 2025.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T07:02:44.867Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Grieving, traumatized survivors return to their homes 5 months after deadly Hong Kong fire</news:title>
<news:keywords>World, Hong Kong’s deadliest fire, traumatized survivors, deadly Hong Kong fire</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/sport/cricket/2026/Apr/20/srh-look-to-extend-home-surge-as-dc-search-for-stability-in-ipl-mid-table-clash</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-20/k11fil92/New-Project-26.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Sunrisers Hyderabad's captain Ishan Kishan celebrates with teammates after his team's win during the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 T20 cricket match between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Chennai Super Kings, in Hyderabad, Telangana, Saturday, April 18, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T06:54:46.821Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>SRH look to extend home surge as DC search for stability in IPL mid-table clash</news:title>
<news:keywords>Cricket, IPL, Delhi Capitals, Sunrisers Hyderabad, IPL 2026</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/sport/cricket/2026/Apr/20/connolly-credits-positive-intent-after-87-in-high-scoring-win-over-lsg</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-20/6yi9lm7t/ANI_20260420062814.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>"Game doesn't change too much when you're batting first": Connolly after 87-run knock against LSG</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T06:47:42.055Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Connolly credits positive intent after 87 in high-scoring win over LSG</news:title>
<news:keywords>Cricket, Punjab Kings, Cooper Connolly, IPL 2026</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/Apr/20/ed-raids-karnataka-mla-n-a-haris-sons-in-bengaluru-over-crypto-linked-pmla-money-laundering-case</loc>
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<image:caption>Enforcement Directorate.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T06:47:33.737Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>ED raids Karnataka MLA N A Haris’ sons in Bengaluru over crypto-linked PMLA money laundering case</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka, ED raids, Cryptocurrency, Congress MLA NA Haris</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/20/imd-forecasts-intensifying-heatwave-conditions-across-northwest-and-central-india</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-02-28/qbatl0re/Severe-heatwave-conditions.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The IMD has warned of intense heatwave conditions across parts of Northwest, Central, and East India over the next few days.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T06:35:51.245Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>IMD forecasts intensifying heatwave conditions across northwest and central India</news:title>
<news:keywords>Nation, IMD, intensive heatwave, northwest and central India</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/west-bengal/2026/Apr/20/west-bengal-sir-sc-to-seek-calcutta-hc-cjs-report-after-complaints-of-tribunals-not-working</loc>
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<image:caption>Supreme Court of India in New Delhi.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T06:35:49.371Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>West Bengal SIR: SC to seek Calcutta HC CJ's report after complaints of tribunals not working</news:title>
<news:keywords>West Bengal, West Bengal Elections, Nation, Calcutta High Court, West Bengal SIR, West Bengal elections 2026</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/lifestyle/health/2026/Apr/20/strongest-evidence-yet-that-vaping-likely-causes-cancer</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-20/e7ng7rps/pexels-oskelaq-1005486.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>With no long-term research linking vaping directly to cancer, we examined its effects on the body known to be associated with cancer.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T06:32:20.791Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Strongest evidence yet that vaping likely causes cancer</news:title>
<news:keywords>Health, cancer, vaping</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/Apr/20/door-firmly-closed-to-bjp-congress-leader-p-chidambaram-confident-of-comfortable-majority-in-tn-polls</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-15/jdmz3qcs/p4-pc085719.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Veteran Congress leader P Chidambaram.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T06:30:47.422Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>'Door firmly closed to BJP': Congress leader P Chidambaram confident of 'comfortable majority' in TN polls</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Tamil Nadu Elections, Elections, DMK-Congress alliance, Congress leader P Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu elections 2026</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/hindi/2026/Apr/20/rishab-rikhiram-sharma-concludes-india-tour-with-grand-new-delhi-performance</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-01-21/a3ungt9c/ANI_20260121180137.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Sitar maestro Rishab Rikhiram Sharma</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T06:23:06.654Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Rishab Rikhiram Sharma concludes India tour with grand New Delhi performance</news:title>
<news:keywords>Hindi, India tour, Rishab Rikhiram Sharma</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/elections/west-bengal-elections/2026/Apr/20/cpims-austere-paperwallah-candidate-in-kharagpur-takes-on-tmc-bjps-political-might-on-bicycle</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/TNIE/import/2019/1/25/original/CPM_flag.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The CPI-M flag, used for representational purpose only.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T06:22:05.699Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>CPI(M)'s austere 'paperwallah' candidate in Kharagpur takes on TMC-BJP's political might on bicycle</news:title>
<news:keywords>West Bengal Elections, West Bengal, Elections, CPI (M), bicycle, Kharagpur, West Bengal elections 2026, paperwallah</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/Apr/20/us-seizes-iranian-ship-tehran-vows-to-soon-respond-as-ceasefire-nears-collapse</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-20/6wm3sltz/ezgif.com-video-to-gif-converter.gif</image:loc>
<image:caption>U.S. Central Command footage shows American forces warning the Iranian-flagged vessel Touska to evacuate its engine room before firing disabling rounds and boarding the ship in the Gulf of Oman after it allegedly ignored repeated orders.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T06:13:11.904Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>US seizes Iranian ship near Hormuz, Tehran vows to 'soon respond' as ceasefire nears collapse</news:title>
<news:keywords>World, Strait of Hormuz, US-Iran ceasefire, US blockade on Iranian ports, Touska</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/kannada/2026/Apr/20/kannadanews2025aug04hombale-films-mahavatar-parashuram-is-in-works-set-for-2027-release</loc>
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<image:caption>Mahavatar Narsimha</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T06:08:34.305Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Hombale Films: Mahavatar Parashuram is in works, set for 2027 release</news:title>
<news:keywords>Mahavatar Parashuram, Mahavatar Narasimha,</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/kannada/2026/Apr/20/kannadanews2026apr19prem-kumar-to-venture-into-new-territory-in-ramesh-begars-next</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-20/qy00t7nw/PK.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Ramesh Begar; Prem Kumar</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T06:05:50.390Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Prem Kumar to venture into new territory in Ramesh Begar’s next</news:title>
<news:keywords>Prem Kumar, Ramesh Begar</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/kannada/2026/Apr/20/kannadanews2026apr19418-gains-traction-with-prashanth-neels-name-attached-kirtan-nagagouda</loc>
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<image:caption>Kirtan Nagagouda with Prashanth Neel; announcement poster of 418</image:caption>
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<news:title>Kirtan Nagagouda: 418 gains traction with Prashanth Neel’s name attached</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/english/2026/Apr/20/englishnews2026apr18kathryn-newton-to-star-in-avengers-doomsday-as-cassie-lang</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-20/mg4lprsf/Kathryn_Newton.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Kathryn Newton as Cassie Lang (L), Newton in Avengers: Doomsday announcement</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T06:04:30.696Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Kathryn Newton to star in Avengers: Doomsday as Cassie Lang</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/hindi/2026/Apr/20/telugunews2026apr18salman-khan-nayanthara-vamshi-paidipally-dil-rajus-film-begins-shoot</loc>
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<image:caption>Salman Khan (L), Nayanthara, Vamshi Paidipally</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T06:04:02.498Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Salman Khan, Nayanthara, Vamshi Paidipally, Dil Raju’s film begins shoot</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/tamil/2026/Apr/20/hindinews2026apr19ilaiyaraaja-joins-valmiki-ramayana</loc>
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<image:caption>Valmiki Ramayana poster (L), Ilaiyaraaja</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T06:03:20.712Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Ilaiyaraaja joins Valmiki Ramayana</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/elections/west-bengal-elections/2026/Apr/20/aimim-chief-owaisi-says-congress-among-those-responsible-for-partition-denies-bjps-bengal-b-team-charge</loc>
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<image:caption>AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi addressing a rally in Gujarat.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T06:03:18.130Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>AIMIM chief Owaisi says Congress 'among those responsible' for Partition, denies BJP's 'Bengal B-team' charge</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/Apr/20/iran-executes-two-men-convicted-of-links-to-israels-spy-agency</loc>
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<news:title>Iran executes two men convicted of links to Israel's spy agency</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/20/congress-adopts-gandhigiri-to-strengthen-base-in-bihar</loc>
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<image:caption>Bihar Congress party chief Rajesh Kumar</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T05:47:53.730Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Congress adopts ‘Gandhigiri’ to strengthen base in Bihar</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/west-bengal/2026/Apr/20/west-bengal-polls-as-murshidabad-debates-infiltration-sir-its-beedi-workers-battle-poverty-exploitation</loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T05:44:41.867Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>West Bengal polls: As Murshidabad debates infiltration, SIR, its beedi workers battle poverty, exploitation</news:title>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/english/2026/Apr/20/the-strokes-condemn-us-israeli-bombings-in-iran-and-gaza-at-coachella</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-20/mm6b8w1n/ANI_20260420045125.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Rock band 'The Stokes' condemns US-Israel bombings in Iran, Gaza during Coachella performance</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T05:42:52.585Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>The Strokes condemn US-Israeli bombings in Iran and Gaza at Coachella</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/Apr/20/baby-food-brand-hipp-recalls-jars-in-austria-after-samples-test-positive-for-rat-poison-2</loc>
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<image:caption>A view of HIPP baby food on a shelf, in Ceske Budejovice, Czech Republic, Sunday, April 19, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T05:38:38.512Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Baby food brand HiPP recalls jars in Austria after samples test positive for rat poison</news:title>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/Apr/20/fewer-candidates-for-un-secretary-general-audition-this-week-as-us-veto-power-chills-the-race</loc>
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<image:caption>By tradition, the UN secretary-general rotates by region: Europe’s António Guterres followed Asia’s Ban Ki-moon and Africa’s Kofi Annan. Latin America is next, while Eastern Europe has never held the post and missed out in 2016.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T05:29:53.627Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Fewer candidates for UN secretary-general audition this week as US’ veto power chills the race</news:title>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/Apr/20/drones-sent-toward-us-warships-as-tehran-rules-out-talks-after-ship-seizure-report</loc>
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<image:caption>A container ship is seen in the Strait of Hormuz off the coast of Qeshm Island, Iran, Saturday, April 18, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T05:13:22.150Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Drones 'sent' toward US warships as Tehran rules out talks after ship seizure: Report</news:title>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/kerala/2026/Apr/20/kerala-faces-workforce-strain-as-migrant-workers-return-home-amid-multiple-pressures</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-20/kywhimtt/migrant073253.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Kerala’s migrant worker population appears to have declined significantly, affecting industries such as hospitality and construction.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T05:04:37.258Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Kerala faces workforce strain as migrant workers return home amid multiple pressures</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kerala, West Bengal Elections, Assam Elections, Assam elections 2026, West Bengal elections 2026</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/Apr/19/eight-children-aged-1-to-14-killed-in-louisiana-mass-shooting-police-say</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-20/gzgjwx9z/AP26109777978403.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>People comfort each other outside the scene of a mass shooting, Sunday, April 19, 2026, in Shreveport, La.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T04:54:40.039Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Man kills 7 of his children plus another child in US domestic shooting </news:title>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/20/nsa-ajit-doval-holds-discussions-on-bilateral-relations-regional-situation-with-saudi-leaders</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-20/5xs0zmgf/HGSvoCXEAAebEy.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T04:53:03.396Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>NSA Ajit Doval holds discussions on bilateral relations, regional situation with Saudi leaders</news:title>
<news:keywords>Nation, NSA Ajit Doval, Saudi Arabian ministers</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/west-bengal/2026/Apr/20/abhishek-banerjee-urges-bjps-panihati-candidate-to-appeal-to-pm-over-plight-of-aparajita-bill</loc>
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<image:caption>Senior TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T04:42:26.682Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Abhishek Banerjee urges BJP's Panihati candidate to appeal to PM over plight of Aparajita Bill</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/english/2026/Apr/20/eddie-murphy-honored-with-afi-life-achievement-award-in-star-studded-tribute-in-los-angeles</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-20/h5lhfanm/AP26109202383226.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Eddie Murphy accepts the 51st AFI Life Achievement Award during a tribute to him on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T04:41:36.351Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Eddie Murphy honored with AFI life achievement award in star-studded tribute in Los Angeles</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/business/2026/Apr/20/oil-jumps-over-5-as-iran-us-tensions-rattle-markets-asian-equities-edge-higher</loc>
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<image:caption>Currency traders work near a screen showing the Korea Composite Stock Price Index (KOSPI), top center, and the foreign exchange rate between U.S. dollar and South Korean won, top center left, at the foreign exchange dealing room of the Hana Bank headquarters, in Seoul, South Korea, Friday, April 17, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T04:38:25.751Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Oil jumps over 5% as Iran-US tensions rattle markets; Asian equities edge higher</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/english/2026/Apr/20/french-cinema-icon-nathalie-baye-dies-at-77</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-20/rzco2w8c/AP26109412053785.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Actress Nathalie Baye poses for photographers upon arrival at the screening of the film Juste la Fin du Monde (It's Only the End Of The World) at the 69th international film festival, Cannes, southern France, May 19, 2016.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T04:34:36.612Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>French cinema icon Nathalie Baye dies at 77</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/business/2026/Apr/20/rupee-rises-13-paise-to-9278-against-us-dollar-in-early-trade</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/TNIE/import/2017/5/30/original/India_currency_2000_AFP.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representational purpose.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T04:33:39.121Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Rupee rises 13 paise to 92.78 against US dollar in early trade</news:title>
<news:keywords>Business, Indian Rupee, West Asia conflict, Iran War</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/Apr/20/israeli-soldier-seen-damaging-jesus-statue-in-south-lebanon-idf-confirms-authenticity</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-20/kv08j3rk/New-Project-25.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The image appears to show an Israeli soldier using a sledgehammer to strike the head of a statue of a crucified Jesus that had fallen off of a cross.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T04:33:18.520Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Israeli soldier seen damaging Jesus statue in south Lebanon, IDF confirms authenticity</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/20/monumental-setback-for-modis-foreign-policy-congress-slams-centre-over-pakistans-part-in-us-iran-talks</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-14/bk0n5d93/ANI_20260414035008.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Congress general secretary (communications) Jairam Ramesh</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T04:30:56.477Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>'Monumental setback' for Modi's foreign policy: Congress slams Centre over Pakistan’s part in US-Iran talks</news:title>
<news:keywords>Nation, PM Modi, West Asia conflict, Iran War</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/english/2026/Apr/20/lee-cronins-the-mummy-is-no-match-for-super-mario-or-hail-mary-at-the-box-office</loc>
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<image:caption>This image released by Warner Bros. Pictures shows Natalie Grace in a scene from "Lee Cronin's The Mummy."</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T04:30:36.819Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>‘Lee Cronin’s The Mummy’ is no match for ‘Super Mario’ or ‘Hail Mary’ at the box office</news:title>
<news:keywords>English, Project Hail Mary, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, Lee Cronin's The Mummy</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/20/smoking-among-people-with-type-2-diabetes-is-a-major-risk-for-early-death-study</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-20/6bns1huq/pexels-geri-tech-3769679-5812982.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Type 2 diabetes (T2D) is one of the most pressing non-communicable disease challenges globally.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T04:23:15.354Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Smoking among people with type 2 diabetes is a major risk for early death: Study</news:title>
<news:keywords>Nation, Health, Smoking, Type 2 diabetes</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/Apr/20/15-year-old-boy-accidentally-shot-dead-during-hunting-trip-in-odishas-kandhamal</loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T04:15:47.508Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>15-year-old boy accidentally shot dead during hunting trip in Odisha's Kandhamal</news:title>
<news:keywords>Odisha, Kandhamal district, Gun fire attack</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/Apr/20/rpf-rescues-34-boys-from-train-at-odishas-berhampur</loc>
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<image:caption>Renowned gastroenterologist, former head of gastroenterology department of SCB Medical College and Hospital and present president of South Asian Association for Study of the Liver (SAASL), Prof SP Singh</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T03:39:55.485Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Professor SP Singh gets prestigious AASLD fellowship</news:title>
<news:keywords>Odisha, Professor SP Singh, AASLD fellowship</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/Apr/20/child-welfare-panel-questions-seer-after-abuse-complaints-at-harihar-mutt-report-awaited</loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T03:39:21.253Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Child welfare panel questions seer after abuse complaints at Harihar mutt; report awaited</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/telangana/2026/Apr/20/governor-shiv-pratap-shukla-to-launch-anti-drug-awareness-programme</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/bfz3x1xc/Guv-to-launch-anti.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy and IT &amp; Industries Minister D Sridhar Babu greet Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla at Lok Bhavan in Hyderabad on Sunday</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T03:37:39.293Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla to launch anti-drug awareness programme</news:title>
<news:keywords>Telangana, Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla, anti-drug awareness programme</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/Apr/20/elephant-strays-into-khanapur-sparks-panic</loc>
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<image:caption>Wild elephant seen moving around at Shivaji Nagar area in Khanapur on Sunday | Express</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T03:36:36.892Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Elephant strays into Khanapur, sparks panic</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/Apr/20/ptr-relies-on-family-name-sundar-and-i-are-self-made-says-tn-bjp-leader-khushbu</loc>
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<image:caption>BJP state vice president Khushbu Sundar.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T03:36:28.068Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>'PTR relies on family name; Sundar and I are self-made', says TN BJP leader Khushbu</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Tamil Nadu Elections, Elections, Khushbu Sundar, Actor Prakash Raj, IT Minister Palanivel Thiaga Rajan, Tamil Nadu elections 2026</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/telangana/2026/Apr/20/chamala-accuses-bjp-of-politicising-womens-quota</loc>
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<image:caption>Congress MP Chamala Kiran Kumar Reddy</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T03:36:25.773Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Chamala accuses BJP of politicising women’s quota</news:title>
<news:keywords>Telangana, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Bhongir Congress MP Chamala Kiran Kumar Reddy</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/Apr/20/us-military-strike-on-alleged-drug-boat-kills-three-in-caribbean-sea</loc>
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<image:caption>FILE - This image from video provided by U.S. South Command, shows a vessel accused of trafficking drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean shortly before it was destroyed by the U.S. military, killing two and injuring one, on Jan. 23, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T03:36:21.701Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>US military strike on alleged drug boat kills three in Caribbean Sea</news:title>
<news:keywords>World, US military strikes, Caribbean Sea, alleged drug boat</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/Apr/20/group-clash-over-business-rivalry-leaves-six-injured-in-odishas-ganjam</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2025-08-06/9h85vvpu/newindianexpress2024-10-07t5bpduy7Assault.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representational purposes only.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T03:36:18.351Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Group clash over business rivalry leaves six injured in Odisha's Ganjam</news:title>
<news:keywords>Odisha, Ganjam district, business rivalry, physical assault</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/Apr/20/karnataka-upgrades-585-schools-to-pm-shri</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/e6maaceg/Karnataka-upgrades.jpg</image:loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T03:36:13.480Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Karnataka upgrades 585 schools to PM Shri</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/telangana/2026/Apr/20/india-bloc-deceived-women-says-shobha-karandlaje</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/wpcm80s9/INDIA-bloc.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>MoS for Labour and Employment Shobha Karandlaje gestures as she addresses the media at the state BJP office in Nampally, Hyderabad on Sunday</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T03:34:18.837Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>INDIA bloc deceived women, says Shobha Karandlaje</news:title>
<news:keywords>Telangana, Shobha Karandlaje</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/Apr/20/dharwad-youth-congress-leader-murder-probe-widens-police-search-for-congress-functionary-ismail-tamatgar</loc>
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<image:caption>Slain Youth Congress leader Fairoz Pathan</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T03:34:11.556Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Dharwad Youth Congress leader murder probe widens, police search for Congress functionary Ismail Tamatgar</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/Apr/20/gas-pipeline-leak-in-odishas-jagatsinghpur-town-sparks-panic-among-residents</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-20/m6zl9hy1/Gas-pipeline-leak.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Workers plugging the pipeline leak in Jagatsinghpur town on Sunday</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T03:34:06.227Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Gas pipeline leak in Odisha's Jagatsinghpur town sparks panic among residents</news:title>
<news:keywords>Odisha, Jagatsinghpur, gas pipeline leak</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/Apr/20/wild-blaze-razes-100-ha-of-forest-land-in-nilgiris</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/xdm6wcni/Wild-blaze-razes-100.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Fire broke out five days ago in the Pykara and Parsons Valley ranges, was brought under partial control on Sunday.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T03:33:57.337Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Wild blaze razes 100 ha of forest land in Nilgiris</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Forest fire, Nilgiris forest division</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/Apr/20/tamil-nadu-mineral-mining-irel-moves-for-crz-nod</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2025-08-14/kb8ta3jn/C_35_1_CH0282_6274518.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representational purposes only.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T03:32:21.868Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Tamil Nadu mineral mining: IREL moves for CRZ nod</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Environment Ministry, Coastal Regulation Zone</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/Apr/20/rourkela-gears-up-to-welcome-president-droupadi-murmu</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-09/na333y2j/C_1_1_CH1035_117972722.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>President Droupadi Murmu.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T03:31:46.434Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Rourkela gears up to welcome President Droupadi Murmu</news:title>
<news:keywords>Odisha, Rourkela, President Droupadi Murmu, Odisha visit</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/telangana/2026/Apr/20/sustained-campaign-by-brs-forces-congress-on-back-foot</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2024-11-07/8l8fflrb/brs-flag.JPG</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representative purposes only.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T03:31:13.130Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Sustained campaign by BRS forces 
Congress on back foot</news:title>
<news:keywords>Telangana, Congress, BRS</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/Apr/20/karnataka-minor-abortion-case-doctor-accused-of-illegal-procedure-still-absconding-after-teachers-arrest</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/vb8b8dx5/Doc-absconding.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Illustration used for representtional purposes.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T03:29:33.860Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Karnataka minor abortion case: Doctor accused of illegal procedure still absconding after teacher’s arrest</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/Apr/20/limit-use-of-mobile-phones-social-media-cm-mohan-charan-majhi-tells-students</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2025-10-19/94u2kyag/Certain-groups.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T03:29:24.690Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Limit use of mobile phones, social media, CM Mohan Charan Majhi tells students</news:title>
<news:keywords>Odisha, Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi, mobile phone usage</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/Apr/20/pm-carney-says-canadas-economic-ties-with-us-are-a-weakness-that-must-be-corrected</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-20/sere40mu/AP26109670153105.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>FILE - Canada Prime Minister Mark Carney rises during Question Period on Parliament Hill in Ottawa, April 15, 2026</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T03:29:13.416Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>PM Carney says Canada's economic ties with US are a weakness that must be corrected</news:title>
<news:keywords>World, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, Canada-US ties</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/Apr/20/rahul-gandhi-to-campaign-in-three-southern-tamil-nadu-districts-today</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2025-04-21/dlqc3do7/Rahul%20Gandhi.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Congress leader and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T03:28:09.876Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Rahul Gandhi to campaign in three southern Tamil Nadu districts today</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Tamil Nadu Elections, Elections, DMK-Congress alliance, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, Tamil Nadu elections 2026</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/telangana/2026/Apr/20/former-congress-mla-from-boath-joins-jagruthi</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/TNIE/import/2023/5/15/original/Rathod_Bapu_Rao.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Rathod Bapu Rao.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T03:28:06.086Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Former Congress MLA from Boath joins Jagruthi</news:title>
<news:keywords>Telangana, Rathod Bapu Rao</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/Apr/20/chamarajanagar-oxygen-tragedy-families-to-receive-govt-jobs-nearly-five-years-after-covid-deaths</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-20/b7zy2py8/IEMAY2021106.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>File | Family members of the deceased patients outside the Chamarajanagar</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T03:27:14.099Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Chamarajanagar oxygen tragedy  families to receive govt jobs, nearly five years after Covid deaths</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/Apr/20/scorching-days-ahead-as-mercury-set-to-touch-45-degree-celsius-this-week-in-odisha</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-20/odwcubwf/Scorching-days-ahead.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A man takes rest under a tree shade to escape the afternoon heat, at Patel Marg in Bhubaneswar on Sunday</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T03:26:31.287Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Scorching days ahead as mercury set to touch 45 degree Celsius this week in Odisha</news:title>
<news:keywords>Odisha, Odisha heatwave</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/Apr/20/in-last-leg-of-campaign-tvk-chief-vijay-goes-on-all-fours-to-woo-faithful-in-tiruchy-east</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-20/oh1hmrna/In-last-leg-of-campaign.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>TVK leader Vijay canvassing for votes during his roadshow at Wireless Road in KK Nagar, Tiruchy, on Sunday.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-20/r9d25obt/campaign_Vijay.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Vijay greeting a child in Kottapattu.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T03:26:22.970Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>In last leg of campaign, TVK chief Vijay goes on all fours to woo faithful in Tiruchy East</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Tamil Nadu Elections, Elections, poll campaign, TVK chief Vijay, Tamil Nadu elections 2026</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/Apr/20/odisha-joins-semicon-league-with-launch-of-indias-first-3d-chip-unit</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-20/h859guny/Odisha-joins-semicon.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>CM Mohan Charan Majhi and Union IT minister Ashwini Vaishnaw taking a look at the miniature map of the 3D chip packaging unit at Infovalley-II in Bhubaneswar</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T03:25:16.974Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Odisha joins semicon league with launch of India’s first 3D chip unit</news:title>
<news:keywords>Odisha, Bhubaneswar, Odisha government, 3D chip packaging unit</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/telangana/2026/Apr/20/cm-more-interested-in-delhi-visits-than-farmers-issues-harish</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-09/3iu8uiij/Harish-raises.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>BRS leader and former minister T Harish Rao</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T03:24:58.625Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>CM more interested in Delhi visits than farmers’ issues: Harish</news:title>
<news:keywords>Telangana, BRS leader T Harish Rao</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/telangana/2026/Apr/20/telangana-cyberfraud-bust-unmasks-bank-employees-links</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-03-25/7hsa80i7/202603253721488.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Representative image</image:caption>
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<news:title>Telangana cyberfraud bust unmasks bank employees’ links </news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/Apr/20/between-fear-and-duty-tnie-principal-photographer-k-k-sundar-recalls-virudhunagar-blast</loc>
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<image:caption>A massive explosion occured at Vanaja fireworks unit at Kattanarpatti village in Virudhunagar on Sunday.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T03:23:12.058Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Between fear and duty: TNIE principal photographer K K Sundar recalls Virudhunagar blast</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/bhubaneswar/2026/Apr/20/bmc-sanctions-rs-30-crore-to-end-persistent-waterlogging-on-iskcon-temple-stretch</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/TNIE/import/2021/6/26/original/Rain_EPS171.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A car wades through the waterlogged road at NH-16 near Iskcon temple in Bhubaneswar.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T03:22:50.181Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>BMC sanctions Rs 30 crore to end persistent waterlogging on Iskcon temple stretch</news:title>
<news:keywords>Bhubaneswar, Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation, Iskcon temple road, waterlogged road</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/business/2026/Apr/20/oil-prices-rise-anew-after-a-us-iran-standoff-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-strands-tankers</loc>
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<image:caption>Tankers and bulk carriers anchored in the Strait of Hormuz, Saturday, April 18, 2026</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T03:22:06.077Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Oil prices rise anew after a US-Iran standoff in the Strait of Hormuz strands tankers</news:title>
<news:keywords>Business, oil price, West Asia conflict, Strait of Hormuz blockade, Iran War</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/telangana/2026/Apr/20/final-stretch-for-medaram-as-temple-works-near-completion-3</loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T03:21:06.485Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Final stretch for Medaram as temple works near completion</news:title>
<news:keywords>Telangana, Housing &amp; Revenue Minister Ponguleti Srinivasa Reddy, Sammakka-Saralamma temple</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/telangana/2026/Apr/20/rain-spell-cools-telangana-after-days-of-scorching-heat</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/n916fzwd/Rain-spell-cools.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Vendors rest atop sacks of onions while travelling in a loaded goods vehicle on a hot afternoon near Begumpet; HYDRAA officials clear waterlogging following heavy rain at Gandimaisamma in Hyderabad on Sunday evening</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T03:19:59.562Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Rain spell cools Telangana after days of scorching heat</news:title>
<news:keywords>Telangana, Telangana rains</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/Apr/20/women-will-teach-family-owned-and-family-operated-parties-lesson-anurag-thakur</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-20/hdekq129/anurag21904chn35.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>BJP MP Anurag Thakur addresses the media in Bengaluru on Sunday</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T03:18:01.265Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Women will teach ‘Family Owned and Family Operated’ parties lesson: Anurag Thakur</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/Apr/20/north-chennai-voters-flag-drug-menace-water-woes-despite-rs-6000-crore-spent-under-vada-chennai-project</loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T03:17:43.433Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>North Chennai voters flag drug menace, water woes despite Rs 6,000 crore spent under Vada Chennai project</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Chennai, Tamil Nadu Elections, Elections, Vada Chennai Valarchi Thittam, Tamil Nadu elections 2026</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/telangana/2026/Apr/20/nomadic-families-in-telangana-rely-on-water-used-by-cattle</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/p618xubt/Nomadic-families.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A woman fetches water from an air valve sump of a municipal pipeline at Ramannapally Colony in Jammikunta of Karimnagar district</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T03:16:16.532Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Nomadic families in Telangana rely on water used by cattle</news:title>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/Apr/20/jds-lambasts-india-bloc-over-womens-reservation-bill</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-03-12/tredy3dq/Retired-judge.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>JDS MLC TA Sharavana</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T03:15:34.210Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>JDS lambasts  INDIA bloc over Women’s Reservation Bill</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/Apr/20/heatwave-grips-parts-of-andhra-pradesh-as-thunderstorms-loom</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/TNIE/import/2023/4/19/original/heat_EPS123.jpg</image:loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T03:14:47.299Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Heatwave grips parts of Andhra Pradesh as thunderstorms loom</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, Andhra heatwave</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/Apr/20/kharge-says-womens-quota-bill-kept-in-cold-storage-despite-2023-passage</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2025-04-28/8680x28h/Kharge-1.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T03:14:06.745Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Kharge says women’s quota bill kept in ‘cold storage’ despite 2023 passage</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/Apr/20/aptdc-chief-reviews-rs-9752-crore-development-works-at-suryalanka-beach</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2025-06-17/ezllkqvp/C_40_1_CH1298_30866348.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Suryalanka Beach in Bapatla district is set to get a major facelift with Rs 95 crore.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T03:12:54.577Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>APTDC chief reviews Rs 97.52 crore development works at Suryalanka beach</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, Suryalanka beach</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/Apr/20/bjp-never-pressed-for-womens-quota-karnataka-cm</loc>
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<image:caption>Chief Minister Siddaramaiah initiates development works in Ranebennur town, Haveri district, on Sunday | Express</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T03:12:20.653Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>BJP never pressed for women’s quota: Karnataka CM</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/Apr/20/women-interrupted-3</loc>
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<image:caption>Congress workers hold placards during a protest march towards the BJP headquarters against the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill on womens reservation, in New Delhi, Sunday, April 19, 2026.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/vxjsyuk5/Screenshot-2026-04-20-013616.jpg</image:loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T03:10:57.313Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Women, interrupted</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/Apr/20/troubles-in-the-air-for-north-chennai-residents-want-new-govt-to-address-industrial-air-pollution</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/z8p9t747/Troubles-in-the.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Residents want the government to drop the WTE plant project proposed in Kodungaiyur.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T03:10:06.868Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Troubles in the air for North Chennai: Residents want new govt to address industrial, air pollution</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/Apr/20/leaders-for-transparent-delimitation-as-gvmc-wards-set-to-rise-to-120</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-20/25uyt3mr/photo-5.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC) office</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T03:05:46.934Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Leaders for transparent delimitation as GVMC wards set to rise to 120</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/thiruvananthapuram/2026/Apr/20/sivankutty-slams-bjp-led-corp-over-water-waste-management-lapses</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-01-16/4mwl2f6r/Making-students.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>General Education Minister V Sivankutty.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T03:04:22.922Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Sivankutty slams BJP-led corp over water, waste management lapses</news:title>
<news:keywords>Thiruvananthapuram, General Education Minister V Sivankutty</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/thiruvananthapuram/2026/Apr/20/milma-ernakulam-co-op-milk-producers-union-protests-demanding-price-hike</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2024-09-09/ov4jth5n/TNIE_import_2019_11_7_original_Milma_plans.jpg</image:loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T03:03:25.337Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Milma Ernakulam co-op milk producers’ union protests demanding price hike</news:title>
<news:keywords>Thiruvananthapuram, Milma, Milma Federation</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/bengaluru/2026/Apr/20/missing-bengaluru-man-found-dead-inside-parked-car</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2025-05-27/i3zoseud/ANI_20250527023416.jpeg</image:loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T03:02:59.361Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Missing Bengaluru man found dead inside parked car</news:title>
<news:keywords>Bengaluru</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/thiruvananthapuram/2026/Apr/20/congress-wants-family-politics-not-weaker-sections-bjp-leader-on-womens-bill</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-20/z8i87ob4/New-Project-2026-04-20T083126.841.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Pralhad Joshi</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T03:02:10.786Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Congress wants family politics, not weaker sections: BJP leader on women’s bill</news:title>
<news:keywords>Thiruvananthapuram, Pralhad Joshi</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/bengaluru/2026/Apr/20/study-links-infections-like-tooth-decay-and-pneumonia-to-higher-dementia-risk-doctors-urge-caution</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/TNIE/import/2018/7/22/original/dementia-3051832_1920.jpg</image:loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T03:01:38.473Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Study links infections like tooth decay and pneumonia to higher dementia risk, doctors urge caution</news:title>
<news:keywords>Bengaluru, Health</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/Apr/20/andhra-pradesh-poised-to-lead-indias-industrial-decarbonisation-drive</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2025-11-26/90kr59xh/flickr.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representation</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T03:00:29.835Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Andhra Pradesh poised to lead India’s industrial decarbonisation drive</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh government, MSME, industrial development</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/bengaluru/2026/Apr/20/as-losses-mount-bengaluru-auto-drivers-warn-of-protests</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/rr64ocm1/As-losses-mount.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Autorickshaws line up for LPG at a fuel station in the city on Sunday | Shashidhar Byrappa</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T02:59:41.809Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>As losses mount, Bengaluru auto drivers warn of protests</news:title>
<news:keywords>Bengaluru</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/thiruvananthapuram/2026/Apr/20/asian-school-of-business-launches-three-new-courses-for-academic-year-2026-27</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-20/j2er8s3n/blogbannerimage1669192613.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Asian School of Business</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T02:59:30.433Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Asian School of Business launches three new courses for academic year 2026-27</news:title>
<news:keywords>Thiruvananthapuram, Asian School of Business</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/Apr/20/rahul-did-not-send-anyone-to-hold-talks-with-vijay-tncc-chief-selvaperunthagai</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-20/qk1jh04l/Rahul-didn’t.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>TNCC president K Selvaperunthagai.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T02:58:38.786Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>'Rahul did not send anyone to hold talks with Vijay': TNCC chief Selvaperunthagai</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Tamil Nadu Elections, Elections, DMK-Congress alliance, Tamil Nadu elections 2026, TNCC chief K Selvaperunthagai</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/bengaluru/2026/Apr/20/bengaluru-businessman-arrested-for-blackmailing-harassing-around-50-women-officers</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/TNIE/import/2023/7/17/original/thief_accused_arrest1.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representational purposes only.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T02:57:23.377Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Bengaluru businessman arrested for blackmailing, harassing around 50 women officers</news:title>
<news:keywords>Bengaluru</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/Apr/20/steps-on-for-tdps-new-executive-panel-swearing-in-on-april-29</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-05/bn5vbfnu/Delay-in-Amaravati.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T02:55:50.208Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Steps on for TDP’s new executive panel swearing-in on April 29</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, Andhra TDP, CM Nara Chandrababu Naidu</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/Apr/20/karnataka-to-challenge-high-court-order-allowing-bike-taxis-in-supreme-court</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-01-23/bvx3idhe/BeFunky-collage-1.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The HC in January set aside an earlier single-judge order prohibiting bike taxis for want of specific state rules, effectively clearing resumption of the operations.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T02:54:54.106Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Karnataka to challenge High Court order allowing bike taxis in Supreme Court</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/kerala/2026/Apr/20/kollam-collector-warns-of-lightning-risk-urges-public-to-follow-safety-precautions</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-15/yewbrpxm/202604153749875.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Representative image</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T02:54:40.393Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Kollam Collector warns of lightning risk; urges public to follow safety precautions</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kerala, District Collector N Devidas, lightning risk</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/Apr/20/slip-of-tongue-in-translating-political-speeches-highlights-messenger-matters-as-much-as-message</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-20/99bdxvp0/p4-raga2082437.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Congress leader Rahul Gandhi correcting the translation of Tamil Nadu Congress Committee Vice President Swarna Sethuraman during his campaign meeting at Thuraiyur in Tiruchy on Saturday.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T02:54:07.487Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Slip of tongue in translating political speeches highlights messenger matters as much as message</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Tamil Nadu Elections, Elections, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, Tamil Nadu elections 2026, TNCC chief K Selvaperunthagai</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/Apr/20/bwssb-mulls-biogas-project-eyes-rs-120-crore-revenue-over-20-years</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2025-11-16/83by6iah/C_35_1_CH0279_64672449.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>An aerial view shows Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board’s (BWSSB) sewage treatment plant (STP)</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T02:53:40.967Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>BWSSB mulls biogas project, eyes Rs 120 crore revenue over 20 years</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka, Bengaluru</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/Apr/20/southern-states-will-be-hit-due-to-delimitation-says-cpi-national-secretary-k-ramakrishna</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2025-01-19/n9sxtclb/C_40_1_CH0095_2896353.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>CPI national secretary K Ramakrishna</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T02:52:22.371Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Southern States will be hit due to delimitation, says CPI national secretary K Ramakrishna</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, Women’s Reservation Bill, CPI national secretary K Ramakrishna</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/bengaluru/2026/Apr/20/exhibition-at-science-gallery-bengaluru-throws-light-on-fragmentation-of-forests</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/25mldfcs/Exhibition-at-Science.jpg</image:loc>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T02:51:45.797Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Exhibition at Science Gallery Bengaluru throws light on fragmentation of forests</news:title>
<news:keywords>Bengaluru</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/bengaluru/2026/Apr/20/shivajinagar-residents-alarmed-as-vacant-plots-turn-into-garbage-dumps-trigger-rat-infestation</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/w1yggvwu/Shivajinagar’.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Garbage dumped on a vacant plot on Mackan Road in Shivajinagar</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T02:50:45.740Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Shivajinagar residents alarmed as vacant plots turn into garbage dumps, trigger rat infestation</news:title>
<news:keywords>Bengaluru</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/Apr/20/jaladhara-jalaharati-a-model-initiative-cm-chandrababu-naidu</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-12/eapjwntx/ANI_20260412143850.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T02:50:16.165Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Jaladhara - Jalaharati a model initiative: CM Chandrababu Naidu</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, Andhra CM Chandrababu Naidu</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/kerala/2026/Apr/20/sustainable-amusement-park-proposed-for-alappad-coastal-stretch</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/TNIE/import/2017/10/11/original/coast.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Representative image</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T02:49:52.321Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Sustainable amusement park proposed for Alappad coastal stretch</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kerala, Alappad coastal stretch, Vellanathuruthu-Ponmana coastal stretch</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/bengaluru/2026/Apr/20/bengaluru-sanitation-workers-allege-demand-of-rs-30000-for-job-regularisation-by-contractors</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/6dxu2kiv/Contractors-demand.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Regularised Bengaluru pourakarmikas allege extortion by contractors despite govt order</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T02:49:39.977Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Bengaluru sanitation workers allege demand of Rs 30,000 for job regularisation by contractors</news:title>
<news:keywords>Bengaluru</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/Apr/20/bhuvaneswari-donates-rs-76-lakh-to-anna-canteens-to-mark-cm-chandrababu-naidus-birthday</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/n1s6mlza/Bhuvaneswari-donates.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Nara Bhuvaneswari, wife of CM Nara Chandrababu Naidu, presenting a cheque for Rs 76 lakh to the CEO of Anna Canteens on Sunday</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T02:47:47.719Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Bhuvaneswari donates Rs 76 lakh to Anna Canteens to mark CM Chandrababu Naidu's birthday</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, Nara Bhuvaneswari, Andhra CM Chandrababu Naidu, Anna Canteens</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/Apr/20/four-killed-25-injured-in-multi-vehicle-crash-on-nh-50-near-hosapete-amid-roadwork</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-20/vavmbpl3/New-Project-22.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Police said the ongoing highway repair work, which had reduced traffic movement to one side, could be the major reason for the accident.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T02:47:16.588Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Four killed, 25 injured in multi-vehicle crash on NH-50 near Hosapete amid roadwork</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/kerala/2026/Apr/20/court-orders-probe-as-cctv-footage-goes-missing-from-thrissur-high-security-jail</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-20/njapefdm/New-Project-2026-04-20T081412.192.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The accused claimed that officials entered his cell on the morning of June 5, 2023, and misbehaved with him, including kicking away his food.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T02:46:31.858Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Court orders probe as CCTV footage goes missing from Thrissur high-security jail</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kerala, NIA, CCTV footage</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/Apr/20/minister-nmd-farooq-flags-off-second-batch-haj-pilgrims-journey-from-andhra-pradesh</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/n1t10jbp/Haj-pilgrims.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Minority Welfare Minister NMD Farooq flags off the second batch of Haj pilgrims’ journey from Andhra Pradesh at Gannavaram airport on Sunday</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T02:45:11.248Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Minister NMD Farooq flags off second batch Haj pilgrims’ journey from Andhra Pradesh</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, Haj pilgrims, Minister NMD Farooq</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/Apr/20/rs-65-crore-development-works-launched-in-repalle-mandal-of-andhras-bapatla-district</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/fxeh94sk/Repalle.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Housing and I&amp;PR Minister Kolusu Parthasarathy, along with Revenue Minister Anagani Satya Prasad and Collector V Vinod Kumar, launches development works worth about Rs 65 crore in Repalle mandal of Bapatla district on Sunday</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T02:43:14.658Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Rs 65 crore development works launched in Repalle mandal of Andhra's Bapatla district</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, Bapatla district, Repalle mandal</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/delhi/2026/Apr/20/wage-struggle-anxiety-and-aspiration-inside-noidas-industrial-worker-crisis</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-20/wht1vspn/noida07124611.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Across NCR’s industrial belts, migrant workers describe long hours, stagnant pay and rising living costs, as protests, policy debates and economic shocks reshape everyday survival.</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/tnwl536w/Aspiration-for-survival.jpg</image:loc>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/rdciklea/acknowle.jpg</image:loc>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/67nywnmj/Struggle.jpg</image:loc>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/8bg343ux/AspirationAnxiety-about-the.jpg</image:loc>
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</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T02:41:55.932Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Wage struggle, anxiety, and aspiration: Inside Noida’s industrial worker crisis</news:title>
<news:keywords>Delhi</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/Apr/20/land-acquisition-for-andhras-dagadarthi-airport-gains-pace</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-01-10/lob9m4qp/ANI_20260110154531.jfif</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representation</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T02:40:03.102Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Land acquisition for Andhra's Dagadarthi airport gains pace</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, Land Acquisition, Andhra government, Dagadarthi airport</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/Apr/20/tamil-nadu-polls-can-minister-sekarbabu-drop-anchor-in-harbour-for-third-time</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-20/1gwiapvl/harbour-for.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>DMK candidate and Minister P K Sekarbabu campaigning in the Harbour constituency on Sunday.</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-20/10jevi1e/drop_anchor.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A woman resident embracing Minister Sekarbabu during his election campaign.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T02:40:01.069Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Tamil Nadu polls: Can Minister Sekarbabu drop anchor in harbour for third time?  </news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Tamil Nadu Elections, Elections, Minister PK Sekarbabu, Tamil Nadu elections 2026, harbour constituency, DMK candidate</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/elections/tamilnadu-elections/2026/Apr/20/nearly-one-in-five-candidates-in-tamil-nadu-has-declared-criminal-cases-adr-report-reveals</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-20/xll1m16k/New-Project-2026-04-20T080153.935.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>As many as 404 (10%) candidates face serious criminal cases, compared to 207 (6%) in 2021.</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/3z0rgvgx/Screenshot-2026-04-20-034801.jpg</image:loc>
</image:image><news:news>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T02:33:53.052Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Nearly one in five candidates in Tamil Nadu has declared criminal cases, ADR report reveals</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu Elections, Elections, Tamil Nadu, criminal cases, Association for Democratic Reforms, crorepatis, Tamil Nadu elections 2026</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/Apr/20/andhras-border-voters-may-sway-tamil-nadu-poll-outcome</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/bl4n7nev/border.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representation</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T02:33:44.710Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Andhra's border voters may sway Tamil Nadu poll outcome</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Tamil Nadu Elections, Elections, Tamil Nadu elections 2026, cross-border voters</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/elections/west-bengal-elections/2026/Apr/20/left-decline-continues-in-west-bengal</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-20/bzlr21q4/front-4085705.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Between 2016 and 2019, over one crore voters appear to have shifted from LF to BJP.</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/699h1ooz/Screenshot-2026-04-20-031036.jpg</image:loc>
</image:image><news:news>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T02:33:25.615Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Left decline continues in West Bengal</news:title>
<news:keywords>West Bengal Elections, West Bengal, Nation, CPIM, Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee, West Bengal elections 2026</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/kerala/2026/Apr/20/kerala-reels-under-67-summer-rain-deficit-relief-likely-by-end-of-month</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/5v66huw9/Kerala-reels.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A youth shields himself from the scorching sun while travelling through Thampanoor in Thiruvananthapuram</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/2vzz3tlh/Screenshot-2026-04-20-020651.jpg</image:loc>
</image:image><news:news>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T02:32:39.469Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Kerala reels under 67% summer rain deficit; relief likely by end of month</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kerala, Kerala summer rains</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/kerala/2026/Apr/20/admn-hurdles-surging-costs-threaten-to-put-sabarimala-projects-in-limbo</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-08/juoyw1eu/C_32_1_CH0343_7341924.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Sabarimala</image:caption>
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<news:title>Admn hurdles, surging costs threaten to put Sabarimala projects in limbo</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/20/mamata-banerjee-offers-jobs-to-employees-as-ipac-stops-election-work</loc>
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<image:caption>West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee addresses a public meeting ahead of the Assembly election.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T02:30:16.505Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Mamata Banerjee offers jobs to employees as IPAC stops election work</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/delhi/2026/Apr/20/delhi-to-set-up-karmik-sewa-kendras-for-construction-workers</loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T02:29:10.353Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Delhi to set up ‘Karmik Sewa Kendras’ for construction workers</news:title>
<news:keywords>Delhi</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/Apr/20/lokesh-has-no-intention-of-seizing-power-for-himself-palla-srinivasa-rao-3</loc>
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<image:caption>TDP state prsident Palla Srinivasa Rao</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T02:29:10.353Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Lokesh has no intention of seizing power for himself: Palla Srinivasa Rao</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, TDP president Palla Srinivasa Rao</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/Apr/20/tvk-no-longer-a-new-entrant-it-is-a-genuine-alternative-general-secretary-bussy-n-anand</loc>
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<image:caption>TVK general secretary and T Nagar candidate Bussy N Anand.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T02:27:13.331Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>'TVK no longer a new entrant, it is a genuine alternative': General Secretary Bussy N Anand</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/delhi/2026/Apr/20/ngt-issues-notice-to-delhi-govt-agencies-over-alleged-illegal-groundwater-extraction-in-najafgarh</loc>
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<image:caption>National Green Tribunal</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T02:27:10.732Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>NGT issues notice to Delhi govt, agencies over alleged illegal groundwater extraction in Najafgarh</news:title>
<news:keywords>Delhi</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/kerala/2026/Apr/20/anil-akkara-moves-eci-against-pm-modis-speech</loc>
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<image:caption>Congress leader and former MLA Anil Akkara.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T02:27:09.505Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Anil Akkara moves ECI against PM  Modi’s speech </news:title>
<news:keywords>Kerala, ECI, Congress leader and former MLA Anil Akkara</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/20/pahalgam-sees-tourist-return-sans-buzz</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-20/u2jo24jq/14101443.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Tourists return to Pahalgam in small numbers a year after the attack.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T02:26:10.801Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Pahalgam sees tourist return sans buzz</news:title>
<news:keywords>Nation, Pahalgam, Pahalgam Terror Attack</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/delhi/2026/Apr/20/labour-fury-as-kitchen-stoves-went-cold-fire-spread-across-ncr</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-13/svosow4i/PTI04132026000025B.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Wreckage of a car is seen after it was burnt during a protest by factory workers demanding a hike in wages, in Noida, Gautam Buddh Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, Monday, April 13, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T02:25:58.443Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Labour fury: As kitchen stoves went cold, fire spread across NCR</news:title>
<news:keywords>Delhi</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/delhi/2026/Apr/20/beware-of-chemical-shortcuts</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/613fs74w/Suparna.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Representative Image</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T02:25:00.000Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Beware of Chemical Shortcuts</news:title>
<news:keywords>Delhi, Lifestyle, skincare, nutraceutical, glutathione, collagen supplements</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/20/lucknow-diary-azads-ex-partner-set-to-join-hands-with-akhilesh</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-13/24xpf91l/ANI_20260203060057.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T02:22:50.507Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Lucknow Diary: Azad’s ex-partner set to join hands with Akhilesh</news:title>
<news:keywords>Nation, Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav, Rohini Ghawari</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/Apr/19/23-killed-12-injured-in-explosion-at-firecracker-unit-in-virudhunagar</loc>
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<image:caption>Portions of the building have collapsed due to the impact of the blast, police said.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Fire and rescue services personnel carrying an injured man to safety.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T02:22:33.841Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>23 killed, 12 injured in explosion at firecracker unit in Virudhunagar</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, firecracker unit explosion, charred to death</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/delhi/2026/Apr/20/opposition-bent-on-thwarting-womens-reservation-delhi-cm</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/yq668wjp/Oppn-bent.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Congress workers protest outside the BJP headquarters on Sunday, demanding implementation of women’s quota on existing Lok Sabha strength</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T02:21:36.480Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Opposition bent on thwarting women’s reservation: Delhi CM</news:title>
<news:keywords>Delhi</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/20/congress-wants-2023-law-to-be-implemented</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-20/scp2r0kn/congress-spokesperson-supriya-090509.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Congress spokesperson Supriya Shrinate</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T02:20:35.293Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Congress wants 2023 law to be implemented</news:title>
<news:keywords>Nation, Congress, Women's Reservation Bill, Supriya Shrinate</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/delhi/2026/Apr/20/delhi-to-draft-semiconductor-policy-to-boost-design-rd-and-advanced-manufacturing-ecosystem</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-02-11/wk8ekmxg/202602113669315.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Sunday said the policy will ensure Delhi’s active participation in the growth of India’s semiconductor sector.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T02:19:27.525Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Delhi to draft semiconductor policy to boost design, R&amp;D and advanced manufacturing ecosystem</news:title>
<news:keywords>Delhi</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/20/insider-track-muted-cheers-in-bihar-power-shift</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-20/carm7r7y/Bristolhh.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Deepak Kumar, Kaushal Raj Sharma, Bihar CM Samrat Choudhary. (L-R)</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T02:17:20.170Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Insider track: Muted cheers in Bihar power shift</news:title>
<news:keywords>Nation, Deepak Kumar, Bihar CM Samrat Choudhary</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/Apr/20/six-including-three-children-drown-in-cauvery-near-mysuru-during-urus-gathering</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-20/6jjx4o6v/New-Project-21.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Public gather in front of a hospital in KR Nagar where the survivors are under treatment</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T02:16:35.719Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Six, including three children, drown in Cauvery near Mysuru during urus gathering</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/Apr/20/west-asia-war-hits-andhras-mango-pulp-exports</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2025-06-12/6fr43fpu/mango094707.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Representative image</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T02:15:40.212Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>West Asia war hits Andhra's mango pulp exports</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, West Asia conflict, Mango pulp exports</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/20/two-indian-origin-people-killed-outside-gurudwara-in-italy-at-baisakhi-meet</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2025-10-06/ay9sfq91/newindianexpress2025-05-12rgms79ciShotDeadgun.avif</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image of gun used for representational purposes only.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T02:13:03.389Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Two Indian-origin people killed outside gurudwara in Italy at Baisakhi meet</news:title>
<news:keywords>Nation, Italy gurudwara, Baisakhi meet</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/Apr/19/president-murmu-pm-modi-top-leaders-express-grief-over-tn-firecracker-factory-blast</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/m0co158h/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-19-at-17.57.18.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>According to reports, a massive explosion had ripped through a fireworks manufacturing unit, triggering a major fire and causing widespread devastation in the surrounding area.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T02:11:56.227Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>President Murmu, PM Modi, top leaders express grief over TN firecracker factory blast</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, TN firecracker unit explosion</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/20/tn-type-deadly-fire-episodes-rest-on-enforcement-lacunae</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-20/9ptbtzb5/firecracker.JPG</image:loc>
<image:caption>TN firecracker factory explosion site.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T02:10:39.853Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>TN-type deadly fire episodes rest on enforcement lacunae  </news:title>
<news:keywords>Nation, Tamil Nadu, Virudhunagar, TN firecracker unit explosion</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/Apr/20/andhra-cm-chandrababu-naidu-to-lead-ndas-two-day-poll-campaign-push-in-tamil-nadu</loc>
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<image:caption>Andhra CM Nara Chandrababu Naidu</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T02:10:25.899Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Andhra CM Chandrababu Naidu to lead NDA’s two-day poll campaign push in Tamil Nadu</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Tamil Nadu Elections, Elections, Andhra CM Chandrababu Naidu, Tamil Nadu elections 2026</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/Apr/20/man-poisons-son-attempts-suicide-in-andhras-palnadu-district</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2025-09-27/1z1cm4ss/ILLUSSEP10509-10-2017180230.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representation</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T02:05:46.305Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Man poisons son, attempts suicide in Andhra's Palnadu district</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, Suicide Attempt, Palnadu district, marital dispute</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/Apr/20/well-designed-courtroom-will-foster-discipline-says-cji-kant-at-madurai-court-inauguration</loc>
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<image:caption>Chief Justice of India Justice Surya Kant during the inauguration of the new additional court building at the Madurai District Court Complex on Sunday.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T02:04:11.730Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Well-designed courtroom will foster discipline, says CJI Kant at Madurai court inauguration</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Madurai Bench of Madras High Court, CJI Surya Kant</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/20/punjab-police-to-use-crypto-and-ai-analyses-to-probe-sacrilege-cases</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-20/4ycxm52n/punjab-police113919.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The law provides for stringent punishment, including life imprisonment, fines up to Rs 25 lakh, and property confiscation for acts of sacrilege against the Guru Granth Sahib.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T02:02:43.955Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Punjab Police to use crypto and AI analyses to probe sacrilege cases</news:title>
<news:keywords>Nation, Punjab Police, Sacrilege case</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/kerala/2026/Apr/20/solar-hot-cake-as-power-usage-goes-through-roof-in-kerala</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-20/vaqovrse/solar-panels100959.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Rooftop solar unit</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T02:01:31.534Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Solar ‘hot cake’ as power usage goes through roof in Kerala</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kerala, Kerala heatwave, Rooftop solar plants</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/delhi/2026/Apr/20/delhi-hc-to-hear-ed-plea-in-national-herald-case-today</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-01/cgcpgw2a/ANI_20260327062629.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Delhi High Court</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T01:59:31.349Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Delhi HC to hear ED plea in National Herald case today</news:title>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/kerala/2026/Apr/20/loan-apps-linked-to-15000-complaints-7-suicides-in-three-years-in-kerala</loc>
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<image:caption>As per the police data, around 15,000 people from Kerala lodged petitions against illegal loan apps via the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal (NCRP) in the past three years.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T01:59:07.400Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Loan apps linked to 15,000 complaints, 7 suicides in three years in Kerala</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kerala, Kerala suicide case, Loan app</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/Apr/20/chennai-icf-tasked-with-building-two-220-kmph-train-sets</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-20/nw52qkof/PTI05_26_2023_000100B.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Vande Bharat trains are being made at the manufacturing facility of the Integral Coach Factory (ICF) in Chennai.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T01:58:39.426Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Chennai ICF tasked with building two 220 kmph train sets</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Chennai, Railway Board, Vande Bharat Express, Integral Coach Factory (ICF)</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/delhi/2026/Apr/20/commercial-vehicles-to-pay-more-green-tax</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-20/9o3s2jqw/trucks121021.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The increase in the ECC will have a considerable impact on businesses that transport goods, including hauliers, packers and movers, as operating costs will rise.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T01:56:36.124Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Commercial vehicles to pay more green tax</news:title>
<news:keywords>Delhi, Nation, Commercial Vehicle, Municipal Corporation of Delhi, green tax</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/Apr/20/amid-rising-heat-tamil-nadus-power-use-soars-to-462-mus</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-03-16/13g63klc/consumption.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Tamil Nadu's power consumption rises sharply amid summer heat.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T01:54:49.149Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Amid rising heat, Tamil Nadu's power use soars to 462 MUs</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Electricity, Power demand, summer heat</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/kerala/2026/Apr/20/8-year-old-boy-dies-of-snakebite-in-bedroom-elder-sibling-also-bitten-in-kerala</loc>
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<image:caption>Aljo</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T01:54:14.609Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>8-year-old boy dies of snakebite in bedroom; Elder sibling also bitten in Kerala</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kerala, Snakebite, 8-year-old death</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/Apr/20/aiadmk-cadres-allegedly-distribute-rs-10k-coupons-in-parts-of-coimbatore-two-held</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-20/nwm23ok7/pjimage_1.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>AIADMK flag used for representational purposes only.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T01:51:10.357Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>AIADMK cadres allegedly distribute Rs 10K coupons in parts of Coimbatore; Two held</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Tamil Nadu Elections, Elections, Tamil Nadu elections 2026, AIADMK members</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/kerala/2026/Apr/20/protesters-favourite-venue-goes-silent-as-kerala-awaits-poll-results</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/ggdkbh4x/Protesters’.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>An unusually empty stretch in front of the Secretariat, which is normally abuzz with protests and demonstrations</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T01:48:45.657Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Protesters’ favourite venue goes silent as Kerala awaits poll results</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kerala, Kerala Elections, kerala, Kerala Elections 2026</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/kochi/2026/Apr/20/minor-marriage-row-mp-police-fail-to-trace-couple-return</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/TNIE/import/2020/6/23/original/Police_EPS__.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Representative image</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T01:47:58.836Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Minor marriage row: MP police 
fail to trace couple, return</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kochi, MP Police, Minor marriage case</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/Apr/20/dmk-candidate-from-mettupalayam-constituency-makes-personal-appeal-to-voters-by-mail</loc>
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<image:caption>DMK flag used for representational purposes only.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T01:47:44.899Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>DMK candidate from Mettupalayam constituency makes personal appeal to voters by mail</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Tamil Nadu Elections, Elections, Tamil Nadu elections 2026, Kavitha Kalyanasundaram, DMK candidate</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/kochi/2026/Apr/20/kadamakkudy-to-get-wider-approach-roads-to-water-metro-terminal</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/ifki9vz0/Kadamakkudy.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Water metro</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T01:43:44.483Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Kadamakkudy to get wider approach roads to water metro terminal </news:title>
<news:keywords>Kochi, Water Metro, Kadamakkudy</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/kochi/2026/Apr/20/kerala-mdma-case-accused-key-supplier-to-white-collar-party-find-police</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-20/8umc8dl6/New-Project-2026-04-20T070519.254.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Representative image</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T01:40:26.208Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Kerala MDMA case accused key supplier 
to white-collar party, find police </news:title>
<news:keywords>Kochi, ecstasy pills, MDMA</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/kerala/2026/Apr/20/no-more-unaskable-questions-ngo-kanal-trains-1000-kerala-school-teachers-in-sex-education</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/kt7o1jo1/No-more-‘unaskable.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Teachers attending a session of Project X by Athira Krishnan of Kanal Innovation at Government GHSS, Attingal,Thiruvananthapuram</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T01:34:32.597Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>No more ‘unaskable’ questions: NGO Kanal trains 1,000 Kerala school teachers in sex education</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kerala, Kerala schools, sex education, NGO Kanal</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/kerala/2026/Apr/20/kerala-police-academy-pitches-proposal-to-train-canines-in-cancer-detection</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/8th1yxfl/Police-academy.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Representational image</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T01:31:25.026Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Kerala Police academy pitches proposal 
to train canines in cancer detection</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kerala, Kerala Police Academy, canine, Cancer detection</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/kerala/2026/Apr/20/encroachment-free-chokramudi-sees-flora-fauna-return</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/zj5t77wh/encroach.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A view of the Chokramudi hills near Adimali</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T01:25:48.193Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Encroachment-Free Chokramudi sees flora, fauna return</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kerala, wildlife, neelakurinji, Chokramudi</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/Apr/20/iran-vows-swift-response-after-us-seizes-tanker-in-gulf-of-oman</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-20/yh3yqc34/AP26108498654216.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Tankers and bulk carriers anchored in the Strait of Hormuz, Saturday, April 18, 2026</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T01:15:51.432Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Iran vows swift response after US seizes tanker in Gulf of Oman</news:title>
<news:keywords>World, US-Iran Conflict, Iran War</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/bengaluru/2026/Apr/20/one-anime-ted-smash-badminton-star-ayush-shetty-finds-focus-in-anime-ahead-of-thomas-cup</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/6nd4c0en/Ayush2.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Ayush Shetty</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/v2qrdktw/One-Piece.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A still from One Piece</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/qn4y9ckl/Ayush3.jpg</image:loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-20T00:30:00.000Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>One anime-ted smash: Badminton star Ayush Shetty finds focus in anime ahead of Thomas Cup</news:title>
<news:keywords>Bengaluru, One Piece, Ayush Shetty</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/edex/2026/Apr/19/the-physics-of-care</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/vmdjthx8/637.JPG.JPG</image:loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T19:22:34.063Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>The physics of care</news:title>
<news:keywords>Edex</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/edex/2026/Apr/19/balancing-the-books</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2024-05/f6816152-44dd-41f7-a707-cf77113d93e9/e_Auction.avif</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representational purpose.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T19:20:13.545Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Balancing the books </news:title>
<news:keywords>Edex</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/maharashtra/2026/Apr/19/maharashtra-cid-to-incorporate-zero-fir-lodged-by-ncp-sp-mla-in-ajit-pawar-plane-crash-probe</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-02-25/hmfrx4eo/ANI_20260225090318.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Rohit Pawar had lodged the "Zero" FIR last month under Section 173(1) of the Bharatiya Nagrik Suraksha Sanhita, weeks after the fatal incident.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T18:31:38.768Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Maharashtra CID to incorporate zero FIR lodged by NCP (SP) MLA in Ajit Pawar plane crash probe</news:title>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/opinion/2026/Apr/19/faithline-philosophy-of-oneness</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/szca9dc0/WC.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Raja Ravi Varma's rendition of Adi Shankara with his disciples</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T18:30:00.000Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Faithline | Philosophy of oneness</news:title>
<news:keywords>Opinion</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/editorial/2026/Apr/19/q4-results-stay-muted-fy27-clouds-gather-as-war-fuels-uncertainty</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/2o7362sx/afp.webp</image:loc>
<image:caption>The IT sector’s earnings outlook was not rosy even before the war began</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T18:30:00.000Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Q4 results stay muted, FY27 clouds gather as war fuels uncertainty</news:title>
<news:keywords>Editorial</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/editorial/2026/Apr/19/too-rushed-to-reform-trust-needs-more-time</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/pje21tsh/pti.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A voter checks his name in the list after the Election Commission published West Bengal's post-SIR electoral rolls in Kolkata</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T18:30:00.000Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Too rushed to reform, trust needs more time</news:title>
<news:keywords>Editorial</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/opinion/2026/Apr/19/gulf-chokepoint-and-shifting-energy-order</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/wxl9sv7i/19april2026.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Coercion and military acts do not complement complex cross-investments and joint ventures in the current global economic landscape</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T18:30:00.000Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Gulf chokepoint and shifting energy order</news:title>
<news:keywords>Opinion</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/editorial/quick-take/2026/Apr/19/quick-take-polls-go-bot</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/f4kl2paz/AFP-for-QT.avif</image:loc>
<image:caption>One in ten Dutch voters relied on such tools during the 2025 elections</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T18:30:00.000Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Quick Take | Polls go bot</news:title>
<news:keywords>Quick Take</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/Apr/19/iran-rejects-us-peace-talks-as-trump-orders-negotiators-to-pakistan</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/6rtgs88q/AP26108712459309.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>President Donald Trump listens in the Oval Office of the White House, Saturday, April 18, 2026, in Washington.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T18:24:35.547Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Iran rejects US peace talks as Trump orders negotiators to Pakistan</news:title>
<news:keywords>World, pakistan, Donald Trump, Iran War, US Iran conflict</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/elections/west-bengal-elections/2026/Apr/19/mamata-conspired-to-stall-womens-reservation-alleges-bjp-chief-nitin-nabin</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-08/neen1hr5/C_53_1_CH1506_42278729.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>BJP National Working President Nitin Nabin</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T18:22:31.732Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Mamata ‘conspired’ to stall women’s reservation, alleges BJP chief Nitin Nabin</news:title>
<news:keywords>West Bengal Elections, West Bengal, Elections, Nation, Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee, Women’s Reservation Bill, BJP chief Nitin Nabin</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/Apr/19/no-hesitation-to-apologise-tnnlu-vc-nagaraj-amid-protests-over-remarks-on-attire</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-17/jryaruko/img05551604try41464.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>TNNLU students gather in protest near the administrative block in Tiruchy on Wednesday, many dressed in black, demanding accountability over alleged remarks by the Vice-Chancellor.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T18:09:18.320Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>‘No hesitation to apologise’: TNNLU VC Nagaraj amid protests over remarks on attire</news:title>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/business/2026/Apr/19/mcx-receives-sebi-nod-to-launch-new-coal-exchange-subsidiary</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/TNIE/import/2017/9/3/original/coal_shovel_ap.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Coal mine</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T17:48:15.086Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>MCX receives SEBI nod to launch new coal exchange subsidiary</news:title>
<news:keywords>MCX, MCX coal exchange</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/business/2026/Apr/19/adani-sets-up-3-subsidiaries-for-real-estate-business-near-airports</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-01/j0nv1pg5/202604013729558.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Real estate</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T17:45:53.291Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Adani sets up 3 subsidiaries for real estate business near airports</news:title>
<news:keywords>Real estate, real estate near airports, Adani group</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/sport/cricket/2026/Apr/19/gujarat-titans-kushagra-thrives-at-the-top</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/czedrb0x/kumar-bcci-1.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Kumar Kushagra in action for Gujarat Titans</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T17:43:05.164Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Gujarat Titans' Kushagra thrives at the top</news:title>
<news:keywords>Cricket, Jos Buttler, Shubman Gill, Gujarat Titans, IPL 2026</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/business/2026/Apr/19/financial-rules-tailored-for-your-situation</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2025-07-12/7cnfgus4/Housing-freepik.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representational purposes.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T17:41:46.134Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Financial rules tailored for your situation</news:title>
<news:keywords>Personal finance, real estate investment</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/business/2026/Apr/19/corporates-may-delay-salary-restructuring-as-they-grapple-with-multiple-changes</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2025-04-19/59fj10xy/Corporate-freepik.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Corporate salary restructuring (Representative image)</image:caption>
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<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T17:36:32.306Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Corporates may delay salary restructuring as they grapple with multiple changes</news:title>
<news:keywords>Corporate employees, corporate salary</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/business/2026/Apr/19/how-is-ai-shaping-your-financial-future</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2025-05-31/vhluxwie/ANI_20250531085204.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>AI-driven personal finance</image:caption>
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<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T17:33:30.551Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>How is AI shaping your financial future</news:title>
<news:keywords>personal finance, AI in personal finance</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/Apr/19/vijay-silent-on-bjp-fcra-curbs-on-christians-vck-chief-thirumavalavan</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-13/k8vfd3kn/‘VCK-MLAs-will.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>VCK chief Thol Thirumavalavan.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T17:15:52.857Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Vijay silent on BJP, FCRA curbs on Christians: VCK chief Thirumavalavan</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Elections, Tamil Nadu Elections, BJP, FCRA, Tamil Nadu elections 2026</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/tamil/2026/Apr/19/tamilinterviews2026apr19bharath-internet-popularity-cannot-help-you-survive-in-the-film-industry</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/0a2mbgpb/Big_Pitchure.png</image:loc>
<image:caption>Bharath</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T17:09:31.815Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Bharath: 'Internet popularity cannot help you survive in the film industry’</news:title>
<news:keywords>Big Pitchure, Bharath</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/Apr/19/not-a-single-woman-should-vote-for-dmk-alliance-k-annamalai</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-02-25/bs15g2h4/ANI_20260225034755.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>BJP's K Annamalai</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T17:06:38.542Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Not a single woman should vote for DMK alliance: K Annamalai</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Elections, Tamil Nadu Elections, DMK alliance, BJP leader K Annamalai, Tamil Nadu elections 2026</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/Apr/19/centre-delayed-womens-bill-pushed-delimitation-says-dravidar-kazhagam-leader-k-veeramani</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2025-08-24/xe2xg58r/veeramani105615.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Dravidar Kazhagam President K Veeramani</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T17:01:49.706Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Centre delayed women's bill, pushed delimitation, says Dravidar Kazhagam leader K Veeramani </news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Elections, Women's Reservation Bill, Tamil Nadu elections 2026</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/business/2026/Apr/19/crises-are-temporary-but-compounding-is-permanent-in-market</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/97a0rzxh/C_53_1_CH1214_4370080.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Dhiraj Relli, MD &amp; CEO, HDFC Securities</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T16:54:16.560Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>‘Crises are temporary, but compounding is permanent in market’</news:title>
<news:keywords>Market, SIPs, investment</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/Apr/19/us-vice-president-jd-vance-will-lead-us-team-to-iran-talks-in-pakistan-white-house</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-12/9efqcgun/AFP20260412A7HG2PKv1HighResPakistanUsWarIranIsrael.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>US Vice President JD Vance waves as he boards Air Force Two after attending talks on Iran in Islamabad on April 12, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T16:40:06.746Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>US Vice President JD Vance will lead US team to Iran talks in Pakistan: White House</news:title>
<news:keywords>World, White House, West Asia conflict, US Vice President JD Vance, Iran War</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/madhya-pradesh/2026/Apr/19/mp-to-convene-special-vidhan-sabha-session-to-censure-defeat-of-womens-reservation-bill</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-15/kmlc4iu4/20260411212f.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Chief Minister Mohan Yadav.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T16:39:17.470Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>MP to convene special Vidhan Sabha session to censure defeat of women’s reservation bill</news:title>
<news:keywords>Madhya Pradesh, Nation, Women’s Reservation Bill, Vidhan Sabha session</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/kerala/2026/Apr/19/two-including-six-month-old-killed-as-jeep-plunges-into-gorge-in-idukki</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2025-08-18/e3k5rgy6/202508183484095.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Representative Image</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T16:20:47.835Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Two, including six-month-old, killed as jeep plunges into gorge in Idukki</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kerala, Accident</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/west-bengal/2026/Apr/19/ed-raids-kolkata-police-deputy-commissioner-businessman-in-extortion-linked-probe-2</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2025-08-16/8oehhks7/ED-searches-seven.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The ED alleged that Podder led an organised criminal syndicate that generated illegal funds through extortion, with proceeds allegedly routed to individuals linked to the case.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T16:20:28.802Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>ED raids Kolkata police Deputy Commissioner, businessman in extortion-linked probe</news:title>
<news:keywords>West Bengal, Nation, ED raids</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/delhi/2026/Apr/19/cbi-arrests-dgca-deputy-director-general-in-rs-25-lakh-bribery-case</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2025-09-25/y2d2jgf5/CBI-dismantles.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Representative Image</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T15:54:06.221Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>CBI arrests DGCA deputy director general in Rs 2.5 lakh bribery case</news:title>
<news:keywords>Delhi, Nation, bribery case</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/19/no-naxal-affected-districts-in-india-anymore-mha-to-states</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-04/hbhsxi2m/ANI_20260320120542.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA)</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T15:25:42.711Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>No Naxal-affected districts in India anymore: MHA to states</news:title>
<news:keywords>Nation, MHA, left-wing extremism</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/19/oppositions-actions-amounted-to-betraying-women-bihar-cm-on-womens-reservation-bill-defeat-in-ls</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-09/6oq0d11s/202511013560044.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T15:09:24.432Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Opposition’s actions amounted to betraying women: Bihar CM on Women's Reservation Bill defeat in LS</news:title>
<news:keywords>Nation, Lok Sabha, Women's Reservation Bill, Samrat Choudhary</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/19/crpf-sets-one-month-deadline-to-clear-jharkhands-saranda-forest-maoists-told-to-surrender-or-face-action</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2025-04-06/rpwxa4f6/CRPF-seeks.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representation purposes only.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T14:58:23.407Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>CRPF sets one-month deadline to clear Jharkhand's Saranda forest; Maoists told to surrender or face action</news:title>
<news:keywords>Nation, CRPF, Saranda forest</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/19/six-lane-raipurvisakhapatnam-corridor-to-open-global-markets-for-bastars-tribal-economy</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2025-12-07/418prs4o/ANI_20251207053323.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>At present, heavy vehicles and travellers moving from Jagdalpur to the Visakhapatnam port must navigate the treacherous, winding ghats of Koraput and Jeypore in Odisha.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T14:46:11.883Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Six-lane Raipur–Visakhapatnam corridor to open global markets for Bastar’s tribal economy</news:title>
<news:keywords>Nation, Raipur–Visakhapatnam corridor</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/Apr/19/uk-police-investigating-if-arson-attacks-on-jewish-sites-in-london-are-the-work-of-iranian-proxies</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/44gsl3e9/AP26109308332544.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Police officers patrol at a cordon near Kenton United Synagogue in Harrow, a suburb of London, Sunday, April 19, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T14:37:17.537Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>UK police investigating if arson attacks on Jewish sites in London are the work of Iranian proxies</news:title>
<news:keywords>World, British police, Arson attacks</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/19/meitei-body-calls-for-bjp-boycott-as-violence-continues-in-manipur</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2025-06-21/2hr8klz2/202506213434037.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The COCOMI, a conglomerate of Imphal valley-based Meitei civil society organisations, appealed to people not to participate in any activity of the BJP or its leaders.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T14:26:37.052Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Meitei body calls for BJP boycott as violence continues in Manipur</news:title>
<news:keywords>Nation, COCOMI, BJP boycott</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/19/two-us-nationals-detained-at-srinagar-airport-for-carrying-satellite-phone</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/TNIE/import/2020/7/12/original/satellitephone.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image of a satellite phone used for representational purposes.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T14:22:38.618Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Two US nationals released after being briefly held at Srinagar airport for carrying satellite phone </news:title>
<news:keywords>Nation, Srinagar airport, satellite phone</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/19/morth-issues-directives-for-faster-resolution-of-arbitration-court-cases</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2025-04-18/t0s0jsx1/ANI_20250418155714.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH)</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T14:11:31.386Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>MoRTH issues directives for faster resolution of arbitration, court cases</news:title>
<news:keywords>Nation, resolution, MORTH</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/elections/west-bengal-elections/2026/Apr/19/abhishek-banerjee-urges-pm-modi-to-first-release-blocked-central-funds-before-professing-love-for-bengal</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/3zytn0yw/PTI04142026000575B.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>In this image from April 14, 2026, TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee is seen during a public meeting in support of party candidates ahead of the West Bengal Assembly elections, in Jalpaiguri district.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T14:00:19.461Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Abhishek Banerjee urges PM Modi to release 'blocked' central funds before 'professing love' for Bengal</news:title>
<news:keywords>West Bengal Elections, West Bengal, Nation, Abhishek Banerjee, West Bengal elections 2026</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/19/11000-social-media-posts-violating-election-guidelines-removed-since-march-15-eci</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-07/p0t7fo7w/New-Project-2026-04-04T131527.403.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Election Commission</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T13:56:49.323Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>11,000 social media posts violating election guidelines removed since March 15: ECI</news:title>
<news:keywords>Nation, Elections, Election Commission of India (ECI), Fake content</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/Apr/19/russian-attacks-kill-at-least-two-as-ukraine-strikes-a-russian-drone-factory</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/zz8mrb75/AP26106642063447.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>People stand outside a Baptist church damaged by a Russian guided aerial bomb, in Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, Thursday, April 16, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T13:47:07.920Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Russian attacks kill at least two as Ukraine strikes a Russian drone factory</news:title>
<news:keywords>World, ​Russia Ukraine War, Russian drone factory</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/Apr/19/israel-says-to-use-full-force-in-lebanon-despite-truce-if-soldiers-face-threat</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/ec3sjx90/AFP20260419A8BF3QJv3HighResLebanonIsraelIranUsWarUn.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>French contingent vehicles serving with the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) cross the Qasmiyeh Bridge heading toward Sidon and Beirut, on April 19, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T13:37:02.456Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Israel says to use 'full force' in Lebanon despite truce if soldiers face threat</news:title>
<news:keywords>World, Benjamin Netanyahu, Israel Katz</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/19/indian-tanker-crosses-hormuz-safely-as-two-ships-turn-back-after-firing</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/g0oanmlq/ANI_20260418190803.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representation purposes only.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T13:30:50.836Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Indian tanker crosses Hormuz safely as two ships turn back after firing</news:title>
<news:keywords>Nation, Firing, Strait of Hormuz, Indian tanker</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/business/2026/Apr/19/tata-trusts-to-amend-restrictive-clauses-in-bai-hirabai-trust-deed</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2024-10-11/ubibborp/Noel-Tata.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Tata Trusts chairman Noel Tata</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T13:26:29.254Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Tata Trusts to amend restrictive clauses in Bai Hirabai Trust deed</news:title>
<news:keywords>Business, Bai Hirabai Trust deed, restrictive clauses</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/19/over-9000-punjab-origin-people-likely-to-be-deported-from-canada-due-to-bill-c-12</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2025-04-11/y2u1h8rg/202504113374144.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>There is a widespread concern in the Punjabi Diaspora in Brampton, Surrey and Calgary.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T13:14:56.425Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Over 9,000 people from Punjab likely to be deported from Canada due to Bill C-12</news:title>
<news:keywords>Nation, Canada, Bill C-12, Punjab-origin people</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/19/char-dham-yatra-begins-as-gangotri-yamunotri-portals-open</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/5ubzwo7o/IMG-20260419-WA0156.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The spiritual momentum is set to continue as the portals of Kedarnath Dham are scheduled to open on April 22, followed by Badrinath Dham on April 23.</image:caption>
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<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T13:02:28.604Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Char Dham yatra begins as Gangotri, Yamunotri portals open</news:title>
<news:keywords>Nation, Char Dham, Gangotri, Yamunotri</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/business/2026/Apr/19/akshaya-tritiya-sees-gold-rush-in-kerala-despite-price-surge</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/g9a6hz30/P_4730527357.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>People purchasing Gold at Jewelery shop as part of "Akshaya Tritiya" in Mysuru on Sunday. Image used for representational purposes only.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T12:57:47.251Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Akshaya Tritiya sees gold rush in Kerala despite price surge</news:title>
<news:keywords>Business, Kerala, Akshaya Tritiya, gold rush</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/uttar-pradesh/2026/Apr/19/dalit-man-sets-himself-ablaze-after-alleged-assault-caste-abuse-in-ups-muzaffarnagar</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/gxl6qgxd/202511293591050.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representation purposes only.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T12:34:13.564Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Dalit man sets himself ablaze after alleged assault, caste abuse in UP's Muzaffarnagar</news:title>
<news:keywords>Uttar Pradesh, Nation, muzaffarnagar, Self-immolation</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/19/you-gave-me-clearance-now-you-are-firing-audio-from-indian-tanker-shot-at-by-iran-navy</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/9zchmadc/AP26108447243959.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A boat sails past a tanker anchored on the Strait of Hormuz off the coast Qeshm island, Iran, Saturday, April 18, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T12:13:24.859Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>‘You gave me clearance, now you are firing': Audio from Indian tanker shot at by Iran navy</news:title>
<news:keywords>Nation, West Asia conflict, Strait of Hormuz blockade, Iran War, Indian tanker</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/elections/west-bengal-elections/2026/Apr/19/pm-modi-calls-bjp-credible-alternative-for-bengals-tribal-belts-accuses-tmc-of-favouring-infiltration</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/f08zyuhh/PTI04192026000127B.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Prime Minister Narendra Modi being presented a memento by BJP leaders during the 'Vijay Sankalp rally' ahead of West Bengal Assembly elections, in Purulia, Sunday, April 19, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T12:12:36.526Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>PM Modi calls BJP 'credible alternative' for Bengal's tribal belts; accuses TMC of 'favouring infiltration' </news:title>
<news:keywords>West Bengal Elections, West Bengal, Nation, West Bengal elections 2026</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/19/centre-to-appoint-former-minister-ex-tmc-leader-dinesh-trivedi-as-next-envoy-to-bangladesh</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/TNIE/import/2020/8/2/original/Dinesh_Trivedi_EPS.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Former Union Minister Dinesh Trivedi</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T12:08:48.337Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Centre to appoint Former Minister, ex- TMC leader Dinesh Trivedi as next envoy to Bangladesh</news:title>
<news:keywords>Nation, Bangladesh, Dinesh Trivedi</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/19/cbi-to-roll-out-ai-chatbot-to-help-public-check-authenticity-of-official-notices-in-digital-arrest-scams</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-02-09/90nwt01c/202602093667451.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representative purposes only.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T11:54:37.363Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>CBI to roll out AI chatbot to help public check authenticity of official notices in digital arrest scams</news:title>
<news:keywords>Nation, CBI, AI chatbot, Digital Arrest Scams</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/Apr/19/pakistan-ramps-up-security-for-possible-second-round-of-us-iran-talks-despite-no-official-word</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/do4le1ud/Islamabad-Talks.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A billboard of the US-Iran talks is seen near the Serena Hotel, the venue for the official meeting between both nations, in Islamabad, Pakistan, Sunday, April 12, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T11:41:55.008Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Pakistan ramps up security for possible second round of US-Iran talks despite no official word</news:title>
<news:keywords>World, pakistan, West Asia conflict, US-Iran Talks, Iran War, US-Iran ceasefire, Islamabad Talks</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/19/congress-pushes-for-womens-quota-law-implementation-on-current-ls-strength-protests-at-bjp-office</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/ryaewujk/Congress-pl.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representative purposes only.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T11:27:37.828Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Congress pushes for women's quota law implementation on current LS strength, protests at BJP office</news:title>
<news:keywords>Nation, Congress, Lok Sabha delimitation, Women's quota law</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/business/2026/Apr/19/india-us-to-begin-first-phase-of-trade-talks-in-washington-from-april-20</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2024-01/60e88568-d20f-4585-a9ef-0fb31cc1a78e/us_india_flags.avif</image:loc>
<image:caption>The US was India’s largest trading partner for four consecutive years until 2024–25, before China usurped it in 2025–26.</image:caption>
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<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T11:24:39.537Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>India, US to begin first-phase of trade talks in Washington from April 20</news:title>
<news:keywords>Business, Nation, India-US Trade Deal, Trump Tariffs on India, Trade talks, India-US BTA</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/west-bengal/2026/Apr/19/unfortunate-mamata-accuses-pm-modi-of-misleading-nation-on-womens-reservation-bill</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/cpuj3kg2/Mamata-Banerjee</image:loc>
<image:caption>West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T11:19:39.415Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Mamata alleges MCC violation, 'illegal' political campaign for BJP in PM Modi's address to nation </news:title>
<news:keywords>West Bengal, Nation, West Bengal Elections, PM Modi, Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee, Women’s Reservation Bill</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/business/2026/Apr/19/lenskart-apologises-after-online-backlash-releases-new-style-guide-welcoming-religious-symbols-2</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/TNIE/import/2021/7/19/original/Lenskart.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>This comes following a controversy that erupted earlier this week when a document, alleged to be Lenskart's employee grooming policy, went viral on social media.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T11:00:00.000Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Lenskart apologises after online backlash, releases new style guide welcoming religious symbols</news:title>
<news:keywords>Business, Lenskart</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/19/energy-drink-consumption-damaging-among-youngsters-in-india-experts</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2025-06-10/kmssplhb/C_53_1_CH0950_39660253.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>High consumption of sugary beverages contributes to insulin resistance and fat deposition in the liver.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T10:49:13.650Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Energy drink consumption damaging liver among youngsters in India:  Experts</news:title>
<news:keywords>Nation, World Liver Day, Energy drink consumption</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/Apr/19/zelenskyy-slams-us-sanctions-relief-for-russia-amid-surging-oil-prices-driven-by-west-asia-war</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/nbx5szfo/AP26106458297377.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy waves from behind a glass window after he received the Freedom Medal of the International Four Freedoms Award during a ceremony in Middelburg, Netherlands, Thursday, April 16, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T10:40:39.867Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Zelenskyy slams US sanctions relief for Russia amid surging oil prices driven by West Asia war</news:title>
<news:keywords>World, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Ukraine war, Trump-Zelenskyy talks, Russian oil sanctions, sanctions waiver, Iran War</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/business/2026/Apr/19/bai-hirabai-trust-to-move-for-alteration-of-restrictive-clauses-on-trustee-eligibility-tata-trusts-3</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-15/8h3w6wtj/ANI_20260415115044.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The trustees were categorical in emphasising that the Tata ethos has always been inclusive, secular and all-encompassing and focused on philanthropy and service to the nation.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T10:40:00.000Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Bai Hirabai Trust to move for alteration of restrictive clauses on trustee eligibility: Tata Trusts</news:title>
<news:keywords>Business, Tata Trusts, Venu Srinivasan, Mehli Mistry, Bai Hirabai Trust</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/hindi/2026/Apr/19/hindinews2026apr16ayushmann-khurrana-sara-ali-khan-to-come-together-for-spy-comedy-udta-teer-release-date-out</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/mecf7oo8/sara2.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Ayushmann Khurrana (left) and Sara Ali Khan</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T10:37:41.866Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Ayushmann Khurrana, Sara Ali Khan to come together for spy-comedy Udta Teer; release date out</news:title>
<news:keywords>ayushmann khurrana, sara ali khan, udta teer</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/review/2026/Apr/19/telugureview2026apr17papam-pratap-movie-review-a-good-idea-let-down-by-weak-execution</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/3t0ywznt/PapamPratapReview.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Thiruveer and Payal Radhakrishna from Papam Pratap</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
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</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T10:37:10.850Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Papam Pratap Movie Review: A good idea let down by weak execution</news:title>
<news:keywords>Papam Pratap, Papam Pratap Movie Review, Papam Pratap Review, Thiruveer, Payal Radhakrishna, Ajay Ghosh, Raasi, Raghu Babu</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/review/2026/Apr/19/telugureview2026apr17thimmarajupalli-tv-movie-review-a-nostalgic-trip-to-simpler-times</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/j5afu8j7/ThimmarajapalliTVmoviereview.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A still from Thimmarajupalli TV</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T10:36:30.011Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Thimmarajupalli TV Movie Review: A nostalgic trip to simpler times</news:title>
<news:keywords>Thimmarajupalli TV, Thimmarajupalli TV Review, Thimmarajupalli TV Movie Review, Kiran Abbavaram, V Muniraju</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/business/2026/Apr/19/mcap-of-8-of-top-10-most-valued-firms-surges-by-rs-187-lakh-cr-airtel-biggest-winner</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2025-03-26/rzcjoo4j/ANI_20250326090259.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representational purposes only.</image:caption>
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</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T10:25:19.660Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Mcap of 8 of top-10 most valued firms surges by Rs 1.87 lakh cr; Airtel biggest winner</news:title>
<news:keywords>Business, Bharti Airtel, Market capitalisation, Mcap</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/19/himachal-defers-upto-50-salary-of-senior-government-officials-for-six-months</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/btflp8sz/New-Project-2026-04-19T155017.856.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Himachal Pradesh Government logo.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Denys Vyshnevskyi, a researcher at the Chornobyl Radiation and Ecological Biosphere Reserve, stands in front of a dead wild Przewalski horse in a forest inside the Chernobyl exclusion zone, Ukraine, on Wednesday, April 8, 2026. Chornobyl is the Ukrainian name for the city.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Wild Przewalski horses graze in a forest inside the Chernobyl exclusion zone, Ukraine, Wednesday, April 8, 2026. Chornobyl is the Ukrainian name for the city.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Akshay Kumar in Bhooth Bangla</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T07:34:05.190Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>'Bhooth Bangla' crosses Rs 47 crore at box office, marks strong start for Akshay Kumar</news:title>
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<image:caption>The deceased, identified as A Innasiammal, had limited mobility due to her advanced age.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T07:25:57.802Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Elderly woman killed in suspected leopard attack near Sholayar dam</news:title>
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<image:caption>Demonstrators take part in a protest against growing Islamophobia in Times Square in New York City on March 24, 2019.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T07:15:34.749Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>How Islamophobic rhetoric leaves an impact on the mental health of Muslim Americans</news:title>
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<news:title>TMC colluded with Congress to stop women's quota bill': PM Modi in Bengal</news:title>
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<news:title>Argument over bike accident led to murder and mob violence in Ahmedabad</news:title>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T07:05:55.746Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Valparai crash: A close-knit Kerala school torn apart by tragedy</news:title>
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<news:title>Iran envoy reacts to Hormuz firing, says India ties ‘very strong’ after ship attack</news:title>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T07:03:14.088Z</news:publication_date>
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<image:caption>From left, Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni, Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer, France's President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrive to give a statement after an international summit to push forward efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz at the Elysee Palace in Paris, France, Friday, April 17, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T07:02:37.559Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>UK eyes 'Reset' in European ties as Iran war strains relations with Trump's US</news:title>
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<image:caption>SRH's Eshan Malinga celebrates after dismissing CSK's captain Ruturaj Gaikwad during the IPL 2026 T20 cricket match between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Chennai Super Kings, in Hyderabad, Telangana, Saturday, April 18, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T06:59:16.840Z</news:publication_date>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/Apr/19/us-energy-blockade-on-cuba-pulls-the-plug-on-havanas-legendary-nightlife</loc>
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<image:caption>Vehicles traverse the Malecon at dusk in Havana, Wednesday, April 15, 2026.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>A street musician walks past a restaurant in Havana, Wednesday, April 15, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T06:40:29.306Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>US energy blockade on Cuba pulls the plug on Havana's legendary nightlife</news:title>
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<image:caption>Price volatility is also making inventory management tougher for jewellers, yet festive sentiment remains strong.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T06:37:30.834Z</news:publication_date>
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<image:caption>'The Batman' sequel to be released in 2027</image:caption>
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<image:caption>CSK's Ayush Mhatre gets injured during the Indian Premier League 2026 match against Sunrisers Hyderabad at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, in Hyderabad on Saturday.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Nithin Raj’s father Rajan, mother Latha, and sisters Nikita and Rakhi sitting beside his mortal remains at their residence in Puthukulangara near Nedumangad in Thiruvananthapuram on Sunday</image:caption>
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<image:caption>The announcement quickly went viral, with fans and colleagues flooding the comments section with congratulatory messages</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Akshaya Tritiya 2026: Gold, silver trade seen topping Rs 20,000 cr despite record prices and decline in volumes</image:caption>
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<image:caption>A view of the residence of Deputy Commissioner of Police Shantanu Sinha Biswas during an ED raid, in Kolkata, West Bengal, Sunday, April 19, 2026.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Bayern's Serge Gnabry heads the ball during the Champions League quarterfinal first leg soccer match between Real Madrid and Bayern Munich in Madrid, Spain, Tuesday, April 7, 2026.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>A front-end loader transports phosphogypsum in Phalaborwa, South Africa, Monday, Sept. 8, 2025.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>In this image received on April 18, 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses the nation.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Noida labour protests affected operations of several industries in the area</image:caption>
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<image:caption>The mood of the elections changed dramatically after the SIR deletions reduced the electorate by nearly 12 per cent.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T06:04:19.673Z</news:publication_date>
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<image:caption>Image used for representational purposes only.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Vijay urged voters in Salem district to back K. Premakumar, a former administrator of his fan club.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>US President Donald Trump listens in the Oval Office of the White House, Saturday, April 18, 2026, in Washington.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>US Senator Chris Murphy (L) and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz (R) deliver their speeches at the Global Progressive Mobilisation summit in Barcelona, Spain, Saturday, April 18, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T05:06:07.696Z</news:publication_date>
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<image:caption>DCM D K Shivakumar felicitates LoP in LS Rahul Gandhi during a rally at Ponneri in Tamil Nadu on Saturday</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Real Sociedad's team players celebrate with the trophy after the Copa del Rey final soccer match between Atletico Madrid and Real Sociedad in Seville, Spain, Saturday, April. 18, 2026.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Chief Justice of India justice Surya Kant with Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, Supreme Court Judges justice BV Nagarathna and justice Aravind Kumar and others during the 22nd Biennial State Level Conference of Judicial Officers on "Reimagining the Judiciary in the Era of Artificial Intelligence" in Bengaluru on Saturday.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T04:54:05.779Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>'Modi ji mentioned Congress 59 times, women barely few times': Kharge slams PM's speech</news:title>
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<image:caption>Chief Justice of India justice Surya Kant with Chief Minister Siddaramaiah during the 22nd Biennial State Level Conference of Judicial Officers on "Reimagining the Judiciary in the Era of Artificial Intelligence" in Bengaluru on Saturday.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>CJI Surya Kant felicitates former Lokayukta Justice Santosh Hegde at an event to mark four decades of the institution</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Students from Chirec International School, Hyderabad bag the beginner-level winners prize</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T04:48:11.220Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>School kids pitch sustainability
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<image:caption>Rajeev Krishna Metri</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T04:44:48.954Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Belagavi native Rajeev Metri named Labour Party candidate for Wales parliamentary elections in UK</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/Apr/19/life-jacket-worn-by-a-passenger-who-survived-the-titanic-auctioned-off-for-over-900000</loc>
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<image:caption>FILE - A Titanic life-preserver, belong to a survivor is shown, London, Wednesday, May 16, 2007.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T04:40:03.326Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Life jacket worn by a passenger who survived the Titanic auctioned off for over $900,000</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/bhubaneswar/2026/Apr/19/bda-reclaims-614-acre-in-shampur-mouza-after-2nd-day-of-eviction-drive</loc>
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<image:caption>Bulldozers razing unauthorised structures at Shampur on Saturday.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T04:37:41.435Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>BDA reclaims 61.4 acre in Shampur mouza after 2nd day of eviction drive</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/Apr/19/sambalpur-schools-shut-for-three-days-due-to-prevailing-heatwave</loc>
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<image:caption>Motorists waiting under a temporary shed at a traffic signal in Sambalpur.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T04:36:36.528Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Sambalpur schools shut for three days due to prevailing heatwave </news:title>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/Apr/19/jharsuguda-chhattisgarh-hold-meeting-to-tackle-heat</loc>
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<image:caption>Officials present during the meeting.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T04:35:18.856Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Jharsuguda, Chhattisgarh hold meeting to tackle heat</news:title>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/Apr/19/bhubaneswar-lok-bhavan-security-upgrade-on-cards-after-controversy</loc>
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<image:caption>Police commissioner S Dev Datta Singh called on Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati at Lok Bhavan and held detailed discussions on the issue.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T04:33:26.768Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Bhubaneswar Lok Bhavan security upgrade on cards after controversy</news:title>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/Apr/19/odisha-takes-the-niti-path-forms-siti-think-tank</loc>
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<image:caption>Government of Odisha</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T04:29:38.429Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Odisha takes the NITI path, forms SITI think tank</news:title>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/elections/west-bengal-elections/2026/Apr/19/ethnic-aspirations-define-political-loyalty-in-bengals-junglemahal-ahead-of-polls</loc>
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<image:caption>FILE: A shopkeeper displays merchandise related to different political parties for sale ahead of the West Bengal elections.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T04:27:49.051Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Ethnic aspirations define political loyalty in Bengal's Junglemahal ahead of polls</news:title>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/Apr/19/cm-majhi-opens-waytrack-india-unit-in-bhubaneswar</loc>
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<image:caption>CM Mohan Charan Majhi addressing after inauguration of Waytrack India unit at Infovalley-II</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T04:24:05.093Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>CM Majhi opens Waytrack India unit in Bhubaneswar</news:title>
<news:keywords>Odisha, Waytrack India unit</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/Apr/19/barabati-food-court-vendors-warn-of-moving-court-for-allotment-of-shops</loc>
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<image:caption>The group of food vendors submitted a memorandum to the mayor Subash Singh and commissioner of Cuttack Municipal Corporation (CMC) Kirandeep Kaur Sahota.</image:caption>
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<news:title>Barabati Food Court: Vendors warn of moving court for allotment of shops</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/Apr/19/soil-mafia-attempts-to-mow-down-tehsildar-in-odishas-jajpur-district</loc>
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<image:caption>Police said efforts are underway to identify and nab the miscreants involved in the attack.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T04:20:07.713Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Soil mafia attempts to mow down tehsildar in Odisha's Jajpur district</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/Apr/19/seven-kids-fall-sick-in-mayurbhanj-school-due-to-extreme-heat</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2025-03-17/cykfv3av/202411083256778.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The students, who were staying in the hostel, complained of vomiting, dizziness and headache in the morning, sources said.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T04:15:27.544Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Seven kids fall sick in Mayurbhanj school due to extreme heat </news:title>
<news:keywords>Odisha, school children, sick, severe heat</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/Apr/19/elephant-crushes-elderly-farmer-to-death-in-odishas-hindol</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/6n9cbvn8/Jumbo-trample.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Ignoring the warnings and announcements, Kaibalya went to the forest early in the morning to pluck mangoes. He came face-to-face with a tusker which killed him on the spot</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T04:12:18.784Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Elephant crushes elderly farmer to death in Odisha's Hindol</news:title>
<news:keywords>Odisha, farmer, elephant</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/elections/west-bengal-elections/2026/Apr/19/election-commission-adds-7-lakh-voters-to-rolls-in-west-bengal-ahead-of-polls</loc>
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<image:caption>Election commission of India.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T04:09:30.174Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Election Commission adds 7 lakh voters to rolls in West Bengal ahead of polls</news:title>
<news:keywords>West Bengal Elections, West Bengal, Nation, Election Commission, West Bengal elections 2026</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/Apr/19/man-held-for-beating-wife-to-death-in-odishas-sundargarh</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/u89fkef3/ANI_20240729214736.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>He reportedly struck her head with a stone, wrapped the body in a bedsheet and went to sleep. A case has been registered, police said.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T04:07:12.075Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Man held for beating wife to death in Odisha's Sundargarh</news:title>
<news:keywords>Odisha, murder, domestic dispute</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/hyderabad/2026/Apr/19/iiit-hyderabad-professor-develops-chip-to-ease-strain-on-machines-powering-ai-systems</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/9pq5vl0s/When-less-is-more.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Assistant professor Shukla is developing TVARAK-AI, a scalable and heterogeneous accelerator chip designed for sustainable inference in next-generation AI models.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T04:07:06.536Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>IIIT Hyderabad professor develops chip to ease strain on machines powering AI systems </news:title>
<news:keywords>Hyderabad, artificial intelligence, accelerator chip</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/Apr/19/jobs-infra-upgrade-urban-planning-dmk-tvk-aiadmk-outline-growth-roadmap-for-tiruchy</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2024-11-07/ixzk09bf/job-opportunity.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Representative image</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T04:05:39.265Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Jobs, infra upgrade, urban planning: DMK, TVK, AIADMK outline growth roadmap for Tiruchy</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Tamil Nadu Elections, DMK, Tamil Nadu elections 2026</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/hyderabad/2026/Apr/19/telangana-gig-workers-union-urges-citizens-to-offer-water-and-rest-to-delivery-partners-drivers</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/5cc1bye2/mgbs71804chn23.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Members of the Satya Sai Seva Samithi, along with dental students, distribute buttermilk to passengers at JBS Bus Station, offering relief from the scorching summer heat.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T04:03:58.187Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Telangana gig workers union urges citizens to offer water and rest to delivery partners, drivers</news:title>
<news:keywords>Hyderabad, drinking water, summer heat</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/Apr/19/villagers-gherao-rourkela-sps-office-over-girls-death</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2025-08-19/imdiu0dj/TNIEimport2020102originalpoliceeps2131dessd.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>the protesters, including the victim’s family members, rejected the investigation and alleged that the girl was poisoned as part of a well-planned murder conspiracy and accused the police of conducting improper investigation.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T04:01:51.930Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Villagers gherao Rourkela SP’s office over girl’s death</news:title>
<news:keywords>Odisha, minor girl, Rourkela SP’s office</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/english/2026/Apr/19/englishreview2026apr18lee-cronins-the-mummy-movie-review-resurrects-all-the-wrong-horror-cliches</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/bsee7a1v/lee.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Lee Cronin's The Mummy review</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:59:28.205Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Lee Cronin's The Mummy Movie Review: Resurrects all the wrong horror cliches</news:title>
<news:keywords>Lee Cronin's The Mummy, Lee Cronin Mummy review, Lee Cronin, The Mummy</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/malayalam/2026/Apr/19/malayalamnews2026apr17prathichaya-ott-release-when-and-where-to-watch-nivin-pauly-and-b-unnikrishnans-political-drama</loc>
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<image:caption>Nivin Pauly (L) and Balachandra Menon (R) in Prathichaya</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:58:34.545Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Prathichaya OTT release: When and where to watch Nivin Pauly and B Unnikrishnan's political drama</news:title>
<news:keywords>Prathichaya OTT release, Prathichaya OTT, Prathichaya OTT release date, Prathichaya, Nivin Pauly, B Unnikrishnan, Balachandra Menon, Sharaf U Dheen, Bethelem Kudumba Unit, Mamitha Baiju</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/malayalam/2026/Apr/19/malayalamnews2026apr17vaazha-2-box-office-sequel-crosses-100-crore-at-kerala-box-office-in-just-16-days-beating-lokah-and-thudarum</loc>
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<image:caption>(L to R) Ajin, Hashir, Alan and Vinayak in Vaazha 2</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:58:11.790Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Vaazha 2 box office: Sequel crosses ₹100 crore at Kerala box office in just 16 days, beating Lokah and Thudarum</news:title>
<news:keywords>Vaazha 2, Vaazha 2 box office, Vaazha 2 box office report, Vaazha 2 box office collection, Lokah , Thudarum, Thudarum , Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra, Lokah, Mohanlal, Priyadarshan</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/telangana/2026/Apr/19/telangana-cm-urges-union-minister-hd-kumaraswamy-to-set-up-greenfield-steel-plant-in-bayyaram</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/c8rcj2dv/New-Project-2026-04-19T092613.576.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy submits a memorandum to HD Kumaraswamy in New Delhi on Saturday.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:58:08.542Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Telangana CM urges Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy to set up greenfield steel plant in Bayyaram</news:title>
<news:keywords>Telangana, Telangana CM Revanth Reddy, Telangana Rising 2047</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/hindi/2026/Apr/19/hindinews2026apr17release-date-locked-for-ranbir-alia-vicky-starrer-love-war-directed-by-sanjay-leela-bhansali</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/is6x4816/Love_War_team.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Love &amp; War team</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:57:58.041Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Release date locked for Ranbir-Alia-Vicky starrer Love &amp; War, directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali</news:title>
<news:keywords>Love &amp; War, Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Ranbir Alia films, Alia Bhatt, Vicky Kaushal</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/chennai/2026/Apr/19/harris-jayarajs-dog-attacks-it-employee-case-registered</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-03-12/no7252o0/202603123705269.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Harris Jayaraj</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:57:47.996Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Harris Jayaraj’s dog attacks 
IT employee; case registered</news:title>
<news:keywords>Chennai, Harris Jayaraj</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/malayalam/2026/Apr/19/malayalamnews2026apr17joju-georges-second-directorial-venture-paripadi-launched</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/appawgo7/JojuGeorgeParupadiLaunch.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Pooja ceremony of Joju George’s second directorial venture Paripadi</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:57:41.948Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Joju George’s second directorial venture Paripadi launched</news:title>
<news:keywords>Joju George, Paripadi , Venu Kunnappilly, Kavya Film Company, Rekhachithram , Aadu 3, Yuvan Shankar Raja, Rajeev Ravi, Anbariv, Manu Antony, Ajayan Adat, Saiju Kurup, Aiswaria Chandran, Dilshanaa, Rithu Manthra, Pani, Pani 2</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/Apr/19/odishas-sheikh-imran-held-in-radical-plot-made-red-fort-recce-delhi-police</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/2lcdmh23/Sk-Imran.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Sheikh Imran</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:55:54.436Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Odisha’s Sheikh Imran, held in radical plot, made Red Fort recce: Delhi Police</news:title>
<news:keywords>Odisha, Sheikh Imran, radical plot</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/chennai/2026/Apr/19/security-guard-murdered-at-abandoned-pvt-school-in-tn</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/m16xfkot/202604183753467.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Representative image</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:55:50.568Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Security guard murdered at abandoned pvt school in TN</news:title>
<news:keywords>Chennai, murdered</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/Apr/19/power-tariff-hike-severe-blow-to-industrial-growth-says-fkcci</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2024-05/2035d729-023a-4c22-84b4-d9d79d344cd0/ANI_20240509035027.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representational purposes.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:53:31.474Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Power tariff hike severe blow to industrial growth, says FKCCI</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/hyderabad/2026/Apr/19/hmwssb-officials-say-water-position-in-hyderabad-adequate</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/dnf2zm7p/ashokreddy11804chn23.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Managing Director of Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board K Ashok Reddy addressing media during a press conference in Hyderabad on saturday.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:52:43.306Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>HMWSSB officials say water position in Hyderabad adequate</news:title>
<news:keywords>Hyderabad, Water Supply, Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/Apr/19/odisha-government-enforces-compensatory-irrigation-for-industry</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2025-06-30/2gi8sh0x/C_1_1_CH1332_110800947.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Issuing the guideline, the Water Resources department has pointed out that the state government has been careful in avoiding setting up of industries on irrigated agricultural land.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:51:54.128Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Odisha government enforces ‘compensatory irrigation’ for industry</news:title>
<news:keywords>Odisha, irrigated agricultural land</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/Apr/19/33-quota-bjp-launches-statewide-protests-in-karnataka</loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:50:39.135Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>33% quota: BJP launches statewide protests in Karnataka</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka, Women’s Reservation Bill</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/hyderabad/2026/Apr/19/ghmc-clears-653-roadside-encroachments-following-telangana-hc-order</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/yg4ydegb/demolition21804chn23.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Removal of encouragement of foot path at Gandhi hospital main road on saturday.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:50:03.814Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>GHMC clears 653 roadside encroachments following Telangana HC order</news:title>
<news:keywords>Hyderabad, Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation, Encroachments cleared</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/hyderabad/2026/Apr/19/indias-space-odyssey-isro-unveils-ambitious-roadmap-toward-2040-lunar-mission</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/wn46e42v/Screenshot-2026-04-19-091652.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Chandrayaan-3.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:47:46.418Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>India’s space odyssey: ISRO unveils ambitious roadmap toward 2040 Lunar mission</news:title>
<news:keywords>Hyderabad, Telangana, ISRO</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/Apr/19/3rd-language-row-karnataka-school-education-minister-to-consult-cm-on-hc-order</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-03-26/rigyrn5v/C_1_1_CH1469_118547049.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>School Education and Literacy Minister Madhu Bangarappa</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:47:33.122Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>3rd language row: Karnataka School Education  Minister to consult CM on HC order</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/hyderabad/2026/Apr/19/crypto-wallet-of-hyderabad-mans-company-hacked-tokens-worth-rs-3757-lakh-stolen</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/y11npgh4/New-Project-2026-04-19T091526.097.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The complainant said that the tokens hold real monetary value because people buy and sell them on digital trading platforms.</image:caption>
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<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:47:02.673Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Crypto wallet of Hyderabad man's company hacked; tokens worth Rs 37.57 lakh stolen</news:title>
<news:keywords>Hyderabad, Cryptocurrency, British Virgin Islands, crypto wallet</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/Apr/19/shaky-ground-the-fury-road-to-sijimali-hill-in-rayagada</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/z0vthzyy/SHAKY.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Armed with traditional weapons, tribal women block the road connecting SH-44 to Sijimali hill in Rayagada.</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/c0mvme62/SHAKYa.jpg</image:loc>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/2srkdi0l/SHAKYb.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A man shows the tear gas shells used by police during confrontation with the tribals, at Kantamal village near Sijimali hill in Rayagada district</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/fgcylcqa/SHAKYc.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Villagers point to a document mentioning entry of a dead person as an attendee of a gram sabha</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/33uhddkl/SHAKYn.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Tribals take part in a protest march against police action at Kantamal village in Rayagada</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/1gw7km6r/SHAKYu.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Tribals from nearby villages of Sijimali hill attend a protest meeting at Kantamal village in Rayagada district</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/uq0u36xc/vedanta-sijimali-tribal-protes-12094559.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Ani Dei Majhi of Kantamal village who was injured in the scuffle that broke out between tribals and police on April 7, at a demonstration</image:caption>
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<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:46:12.377Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Shaky ground: The fury road to Sijimali hill in Rayagada</news:title>
<news:keywords>Odisha, Sijimali hill</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/Apr/19/kulkarni-verdict-fuels-bitter-social-media-war</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/ouskbn1p/New-Project-17.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Kulkarni conviction sparks online battle between supporters of Congress MLA and Yogesh Gouda camp in Karnataka</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:45:08.543Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Kulkarni verdict fuels bitter social media war</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/Apr/19/dmk-petition-to-set-up-temporary-offices-binned</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-11/0p0fmote/regarding.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Madras High Court.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:44:08.528Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>DMK petition to set up temporary offices binned</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, madras high court, DMK</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/telangana/2026/Apr/19/telanganas-kothagudem-launches-anti-child-marriage-campaign-to-foster-social-change</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2025-12-22/fpr49uv2/New-Project-2025-12-22T205937.630.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representational purposes only.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:43:55.500Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Telangana's Kothagudem launches anti-child marriage campaign to foster social change</news:title>
<news:keywords>Telangana, Kothagudem, child marriage cases</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/Apr/19/no-adding-raging-demons-on-our-already-demonic-roads</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-01-27/tcdon1jh/C_35_1_CH0258_66130534.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representational purposes.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:42:41.013Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>No adding raging demons on our already demonic roads  </news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka, Road rage</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/Apr/19/golden-opportunity-lost-by-defeating-bill-say-eps-and-nirmala</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/0s3ztni6/1-1-erode11804cbe3.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami</image:caption>
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<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:42:13.513Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Golden opportunity lost by defeating bill, say EPS and Nirmala</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Tamil Nadu Elections, PMK President Anbumani Ramadoss, Tamil Nadu elections 2026, AIADMK chief Edappadi K Palaniswami</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/Apr/19/denied-a-token-bargarh-farmer-battles-financial-and-health-crisis</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/17cyugxw/Denied.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Jhadeswar Patra in the hospital</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:40:48.631Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Denied a token, Bargarh farmer battles financial and health crisis</news:title>
<news:keywords>Odisha, medical treatment, kharif paddy procurement, Bargarh farmer</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/Apr/19/as-siddu-plays-it-safe-jarkiholi-steps-in-to-take-on-ahinda-mantle</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/78qfsw07/As-Siddu-plays.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>PWD Minister Satish Jarkiholi, who is aspiring to become KPCC president, has stepped in to control damage.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:39:52.955Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>As Siddu plays it safe, Jarkiholi steps in to take on AHINDA mantle</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/telangana/2026/Apr/19/telangana-revenue-dept-initiative-in-toopran-bringing-govt-services-to-students-doorsteps</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2025-04-26/cnxdxq2n/file.JPG</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representational purpose only</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:38:45.379Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Telangana revenue dept initiative in Toopran: Bringing govt services to students’ doorsteps</news:title>
<news:keywords>Telangana, Telangana revenue department</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/Apr/19/bjd-observes-12-hour-bandh-over-death-of-class-five-student-in-ashram-school</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/8bilcnlr/photo-2026-04-18-20-00-19095203.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>BJD workers picketing at NH 18.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:37:49.105Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>BJD observes 12-hour bandh over death of Class five student in Ashram School</news:title>
<news:keywords>Odisha, BJD, Ashram school, Class V student death</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/bengaluru/2026/Apr/19/electrician-dies-after-falling-35-ft-into-lift-shaft-at-bengaluru-construction-site</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-03-26/awu0t0fe/2d4638b6116433d3c537d0c637380c3b.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representational purposes.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:37:07.709Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Electrician dies after falling 35 ft into lift shaft at Bengaluru construction site</news:title>
<news:keywords>Bengaluru</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/Apr/19/tn-plans-air-freight-village-near-parandur</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/cr7tpt9o/TN-plans.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>An aerial view of Parandur in Chennai</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:36:23.745Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>TN plans air freight village near Parandur</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Tamil Nadu Industrial Development Corporation, Parandur Greenfield Airport</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/telangana/2026/Apr/19/welfare-week-in-telangana-from-april-20-to-focus-on-hygiene-in-hostels</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/bsci6yg0/Welfare-Week’-from.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>On April 20, a comprehensive kitchen and sanitation drive will be undertaken in all welfare educational institutions.</image:caption>
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<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:35:55.960Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>‘Welfare Week’ in Telangana from April 20 to focus on hygiene in hostels</news:title>
<news:keywords>Telangana, Telangana government, Welfare Week</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/telangana/2026/Apr/19/telangana-hc-gives-one-week-for-state-govt-to-file-counters-in-petitions-challenging-municipalities-act</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-03-14/qxgyawci/ANI_20250221084452.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representational purposes only.</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:35:53.598Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Telangana HC gives one week for state govt to file counters in petitions challenging Municipalities Act</news:title>
<news:keywords>Telangana, Telangana High Court, Telangana Municipalities Amendment Act</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/Apr/19/piped-water-distributionremains-key-demand-of-sholinganallur-residents</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/f5wdja92/Piped-water.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>DMK candidate Aravind Ramesh talking at the event</image:caption>
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<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:34:36.088Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Piped water distribution
remains key demand of Sholinganallur residents </news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Sholinganallur residents, Piped water distribution</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/bengaluru/2026/Apr/19/cabbie-assaulted-by-9-manhunt-on</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2025-10-19/f2z59ayo/Screenshot-2025-10-19-192522.png</image:loc>
<image:caption>Anekal road rage: cab driver assaulted by nine, including woman near sarjapur</image:caption>
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<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:33:22.476Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Cabbie assaulted by 9, manhunt on  </news:title>
<news:keywords>Bengaluru</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/Apr/19/wilson-says-his-bill-on-womens-quota-not-taken-up-by-rs-chair</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/koyzvn06/New-Project-2026-04-19T090234.517.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>DMK Rajya Sabha MP P Wilson</image:caption>
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<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:33:01.155Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Wilson says his Bill on women’s quota not taken up by RS chair</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Women’s Reservation Bill, DMK Rajya Sabha MP P Wilson</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/telangana/2026/Apr/19/former-minister-harish-demands-apology-from-bjp-mp-tejasvi-surya-for-comments-on-telangana-formation</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/xzgwp68s/Karnataka-1.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Former Telangana minister T Harish Rao (L) and Karnataka BJP MP Tejasvi Surya.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:31:08.113Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Former minister Harish demands apology from BJP MP Tejasvi Surya for comments on Telangana formation</news:title>
<news:keywords>Telangana, BJP MP Tejasvi Surya, BRS leader Harish Rao</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/telangana/2026/Apr/19/a-headstart-for-every-girl-childs-future-in-telangana</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/boh3u7pl/A-headstart.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Madastu Sunitha, Sarpanch of Ananthapet gram panchayat in Nirmal Rural mandal, introduces a scheme titled ‘Ma Oori Bangaru Talli’ (Our Village’s Golden Daughter), turning the birth of every girl child into a shared celebration for the entire village rather than just a family occasion.</image:caption>
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<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:30:13.834Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>A headstart for every girl child’s future in Telangana</news:title>
<news:keywords>Telangana, Good News, baby girl, Ananthapet</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/bengaluru/2026/Apr/19/three-kerala-students-get-robbed-in-their-room-in-bengaluru</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/0jwfkn3y/New-Project-16.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The students have said that the accused were speaking in Tamil.</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:29:42.002Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Three Kerala students get robbed in their room in Bengaluru</news:title>
<news:keywords>Bengaluru</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/thesundaystandard/2026/Apr/19/delhi-cops-bust-radical-module-four-held-across-three-states</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/uewupa9a/page-1-nitin094250.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Police with the four accused</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:28:52.599Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Delhi cops bust radical module; four held across three states</news:title>
<news:keywords>The Sunday Standard, Delhi, Caliphate, radical module</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/telangana/2026/Apr/19/pm-modi-can-prove-sincerity-with-fresh-womens-quota-bill-cm-revanth-reddy</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-15/f60rotvv/ANI_20260326163726.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Telangana CM Revanth Reddy</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:27:54.352Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>PM Modi can prove sincerity with fresh women’s quota bill: CM revanth Reddy</news:title>
<news:keywords>Telangana, PM Modi, Women's Reservation Bill, Telangana CM Revanth Reddy</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/telangana/2026/Apr/19/womens-quota-bill-defeat-a-victory-for-democracy-telangana-mlc-mahesh</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/jloqw82x/C_23_1_CH0065_2990667.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>TPCC President and MLC Mahesh Kumar Goud addressing a press conference.</image:caption>
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<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:26:22.307Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Women's quota bill defeat a victory for democracy: Telangana MLC Mahesh</news:title>
<news:keywords>Telangana, Women's Reservation Bill, TPCC chief B Mahesh Kumar Goud</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/Apr/19/karnataka-phc-officers-stretched-thin-as-staff-shortage-deepens-care-may-suffer</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/2462axfn/New-Project-15.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representtaional purposes.</image:caption>
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<news:title>Karnataka PHC officers stretched thin as staff shortage deepens, care may suffer</news:title>
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<image:caption>People throng the school ground to pay their final respects to the teaching and non-teaching staff of Kuruva GLPS and GUP School, who died in the Valparai accident.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Jessy George, former headmistress of Kuruva GLP School, breaks down on seeing the body of her colleague during the public homage at Ambalaparambu Government High School.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>The mortal remains of Abdul Majeed and his wife Rukhiya being buried at Mattathu Kulambu Thwaha Juma Masjid.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:24:23.318Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Schoolyard turns sea of grief in final farewell to nine staff who lost lives in Valparai crash</news:title>
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<image:caption>Revanth Reddy with Priyanka Gandhi in New Delhi on Saturday</image:caption>
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<news:title>Priyanka praises CM Revanth Reddy for exposing flaws in BJP’s approach to delimitation of constituencies</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/Apr/19/officials-loyal-to-dmk-govt-creating-hurdles-for-tvk-campaigns-vijay</loc>
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<image:caption>TVK president Vijay</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:22:43.924Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Officials loyal to DMK govt creating hurdles for TVK campaigns: Vijay</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/delhi/2026/Apr/19/key-accused-in-noida-labour-unrest-case-arrested</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/hs2vnc2z/Key-Noida-unrest.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Police personnel keep a vigil as a Samajwadi Party (SP) delegation approaches DND flyway to meet factory workers, in Noida, Gautam Buddha Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, Friday, April 17, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:16:59.369Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Key accused in Noida labour unrest case arrested</news:title>
<news:keywords>Delhi, Noida labour unrest case</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/telangana/2026/Apr/19/original-claimant-of-shaikpet-land-was-temple-trustee-telangana-hc</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-03-22/bs4qeewp/Property-owners-get-relief.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Telangana High Court</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:16:07.513Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Original claimant of Shaikpet land was temple trustee: Telangana HC</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/telangana/2026/Apr/19/cm-revanth-reddy-sees-doom-for-parties-aligning-with-bjp</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-15/f60rotvv/ANI_20260326163726.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Telangana CM Revanth Reddy</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:14:21.147Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>CM Revanth Reddy sees doom for parties aligning with BJP</news:title>
<news:keywords>Telangana, BJP, CM Revanth Reddy</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/Apr/19/iran-victorious-in-war-with-us-says-speaker</loc>
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<image:caption>Iran's parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:13:56.816Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Iran 'victorious' in war with US, says speaker</news:title>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/Apr/19/no-religion-promotes-natures-destruction-justice-oka</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-03-14/88u1tckb/ANI_20251029155003.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Former Supreme Court judge Justice Abhay S Oka.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:12:19.372Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>No religion promotes nature’s destruction: Justice Oka</news:title>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/delhi/2026/Apr/19/delhi-temperature-dips-aqi-improves-after-rain-imd</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-07/xtuve1yo/C_53_1_CH1506_4354174.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A day after moderate rainfall, Delhi’s air quality improved significantly, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded at 152 at 4 pm, placing it in the ‘moderate’ category.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:12:12.087Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Delhi temperature dips, AQI improves after rain: IMD</news:title>
<news:keywords>Delhi, Air Quality, rainfall</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/telangana/2026/Apr/19/market-value-of-properties-in-telangana-to-be-hiked-soon-minister-ponguleti-srinivasa-reddy</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/TNIE/import/2021/11/24/original/warangal-flats.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representation</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:12:01.553Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Market value of properties in Telangana to be hiked soon: Minister Ponguleti Srinivasa Reddy</news:title>
<news:keywords>Telangana, Minister Ponguleti Srinivasa Reddy</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/bengaluru/2026/Apr/19/revamped-alliance-francaise-library-in-bengaluru-to-open-on-wed</loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:08:47.826Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Revamped Alliance Francaise library in Bengaluru to open on Wed</news:title>
<news:keywords>Bengaluru</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/telangana/2026/Apr/19/union-minister-kishan-reddy-slams-congress-over-womens-reservation-bill</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-01-15/eu1in6cq/Kishan-condemns.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Union Coal and Mines Minister G Kishan Reddy.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:08:44.041Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Union Minister Kishan Reddy slams Congress over women’s reservation bill </news:title>
<news:keywords>Telangana, Congress, Women’s Reservation Bill, Union Minister Kishan Reddy</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/delhi/2026/Apr/19/bjp-protests-womens-reservation-bill-defeat-in-delhi</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/uw9z35f1/Wolf-from-Patna.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Delhi BJP president Virendra Sachdeva and CM Rekhu Gupta lead the protest in front of Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s residence on Saturday.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:07:04.644Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>BJP protests women’s reservation bill defeat in Delhi</news:title>
<news:keywords>Delhi, BJP, Nari Shakti Vandan Bill</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/elections/west-bengal-elections/2026/Apr/19/record-turnouts-toppled-incumbent-in-west-bengal</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/by2rymxm/left064650.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Jyoti Basu took oath as the CM of the first Left Front govt, on June 21, 1977</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/2u89bbi4/BENGAL.JPG</image:loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:06:17.457Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Record turnouts toppled incumbent in West Bengal</news:title>
<news:keywords>West Bengal Elections, West Bengal, The Sunday Standard, Nation, voter turnout, West Bengal elections 2026, Jyoti Basu</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/bengaluru/2026/Apr/19/bengalurus-baptist-hospital-milk-bank-marks-one-year-supports-over-150-newborns</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/gakxfvwb/Baptist’s-human-milk-bank.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Baptist hospital staff pose for a photo during the first anniversary celebration of its Human Milk Bank in Bengaluru on Saturday</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:05:37.642Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Bengaluru’s Baptist hospital milk bank marks one year, supports over 150 newborns</news:title>
<news:keywords>Bengaluru</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/Apr/19/post-deepam-row-acid-test-for-tns-religious-politics</loc>
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<image:caption>The Thiruparankundram Murugan temple in Madurai</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:05:14.268Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Post deepam row, acid test for TN’s religious politics</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Thiruparankundram deepam row</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/delhi/2026/Apr/19/wolf-brought-from-patna-zoo-dies-after-transfer-injury-at-delhis-national-zoological-park</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2024-10-06/ic04nyzq/ANI_20241006030909.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Four wolves were brought from Patna Zoo to Delhi Zoo as part of the exchange programme, an official said.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:04:42.195Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Wolf brought from Patna zoo dies after transfer injury at Delhi’s National Zoological Park</news:title>
<news:keywords>Delhi, Delhi’s National Zoological Park, wolf death</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/bengaluru/2026/Apr/19/bannerghatta-zoo-gets-four-cheetahs-from-south-africa</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/upmi68p1/Bannerghatta-z.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A photo shared by Forest Minister Eshwar B Khandre on his X account</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:02:40.533Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Bannerghatta zoo gets four cheetahs from South Africa</news:title>
<news:keywords>Bengaluru</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/explainers/2026/Apr/18/west-asia-the-new-arithmetic-of-war</loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:02:14.301Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>West Asia conflict : The new arithmetic of war</news:title>
<news:keywords>Explainers, West Asia conflict, Iran War</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/bengaluru/2026/Apr/19/effective-waste-management-needs-citizen-participation-coordination-bswml-ceo</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/e1zyedn8/New-Project-14.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Karee Gowda, CEO, BSWML</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:01:14.582Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Effective waste management needs citizen participation, coordination: BSWML CEO</news:title>
<news:keywords>Bengaluru</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/explainers/2026/Apr/18/monetize-or-not-governments-upi-dilemma</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/bmrt12kj/upi.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Representaional image.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T03:00:56.028Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Monetize or not: Government's UPI dilemma</news:title>
<news:keywords>Explainers, UPI</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/delhi/2026/Apr/19/heritage-walks-from-may-to-july-in-delhi</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/TNIE/import/2019/8/4/original/QutubMinar.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Qutub Minar in New Delhi.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T02:59:16.329Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Heritage walks from May to July in Delhi</news:title>
<news:keywords>Delhi, Feroz Shah Kotla Fort, Summer Circuit, heritage walks, Qutub Complex</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/bengaluru/2026/Apr/19/census-duty-lapses-53-staff-marked-dies-non-action-against-527-absentees-in-bengaluru-north</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/ab6189dd/New-Project-13.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Despite being assigned Census duties, 527 enumerators failed to report to duty. They had been issued the notices and directed to submit a written explanation by April 17.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T02:58:30.916Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Census duty lapses: 53 staff marked ‘dies-non’, action against 527 absentees in Bengaluru North</news:title>
<news:keywords>Bengaluru</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/kerala/2026/Apr/19/interview-theres-no-such-thing-as-drishyam-model-murder-director-jeethu-joseph</loc>
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<image:caption>Director Jeethu Joseph.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/22tnd0aq/Ther.jpg</image:loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/ks1quacd/There_s_NO_SUCH_THING.jpg</image:loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T02:57:50.519Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>INTERVIEW | 'There’s no such thing as drishyam-model murder': Director Jeethu Joseph</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kerala, Drishyam, Director Jeethu Joseph</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/Apr/19/security-up-in-village-after-residents-sri-lankan-tamil-rehab-camp-inmates-clash</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/y9f4a860/Security-up.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Over 100 police personnel have been deployed in Kulathuvaipatti to prevent further clashes, the police said</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T02:57:14.122Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Security up in village after residents, Sri Lankan Tamil rehab camp inmates clash </news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Sri Lankan Tamils</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/vijayawada/2026/Apr/19/three-day-kondapalli-toys-festival-begins</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/o3lkf1yd/Kondapalli.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The festival is being organized on the occasion of World Heritage Day to preserve and promote the 400-year-old Kondapalli toy tradition for future generations.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T02:56:31.920Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Three-day Kondapalli Toys Festival begins</news:title>
<news:keywords>Vijayawada, Kondapalli Toys Festival</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/Apr/19/iran-says-far-from-final-peace-deal-as-strait-of-hormuz-shut-again</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/zemvui42/AP26108447320171.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Tankers anchored in the Strait of Hormuz off the coast of Qeshm Island, Iran, Saturday, April 18, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T02:56:22.813Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Iran says far from final peace deal as Strait of Hormuz shut again</news:title>
<news:keywords>World, Strait of Hormuz, West Asia conflict, Iran War</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/Apr/19/centre-approved-more-bengal-gram-procurement-in-andhra-minister-kinjarapu-atchannaidu</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2025-11-27/zs8kqxkc/Atchannaidu-promises.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Agriculture Minister Kinjarapu Atchannaidu</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T02:52:02.434Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Centre approved more Bengal gram procurement in Andhra: Minister Kinjarapu Atchannaidu</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, Minister Kinjarapu Atchannaidu, bengal gram procurement</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/good-news/2026/Apr/19/opening-up-a-new-chapter-braille-resource-center-transforms-learning-for-visually-impaired-students-in-kalaburagi</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/snbtp8mc/New-Project-12.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Facility empowers scholars with assistive technology, Braille books and audio resources to pursue higher education independently</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/wx8xubp3/OP.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Visually impaired students being trained at a workshop conducted by the Central University of Karnataka</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/49b121w0/OPENING-UPdsfz.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Lex Instant Reader and Scanner</image:caption>
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<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T02:51:28.949Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Opening up a new chapter: Braille resource center transforms learning for visually impaired students in Kalaburagi</news:title>
<news:keywords>Good News, Karnataka</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/thiruvananthapuram/2026/Apr/19/karuthal-help-desk-for-women-launched-in-thiruvananthapuram</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/4b2i2n0y/Karuthal’-help-desk.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Vizhinjam Port Managing Director Divya S Iyer with Tiffany Brar after honouring her at the launch of the World Malayalee Federation Karuthal initiative.</image:caption>
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<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T02:50:19.821Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>'Karuthal' help desk for women launched in Thiruvananthapuram</news:title>
<news:keywords>Thiruvananthapuram, IAS officer Divya S Iyer, World Malayalee Federation, global help desk</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/Apr/19/108-ambulance-services-aid-over-639-lakh-patients</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/4xfll230/ambulance.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Bhavya Health Services, which runs the 108 Ambulance Services, provided emergency services to over 6.39 lakh patients</image:caption>
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<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T02:48:50.297Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>‘108’ ambulance services aid over 6.39 lakh patients</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, Ambulance services</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/delhi/2026/Apr/19/lg-taranjit-singh-sandhu-flags-traffic-parking-reforms-at-delhi-heritage-event</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/9ghjwk8d/Governor-Taranjit-Singh-Sandhu.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Lieutenant Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T02:48:25.568Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>LG Taranjit Singh Sandhu flags traffic, parking reforms at Delhi heritage event</news:title>
<news:keywords>Delhi, LG Taranjit Singh Sandhu, parking reforms, Delhi Heritage Week</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/Apr/19/we-listen-to-people-we-legislate-and-we-deliver-thennarasu</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/kvjyckis/whatsapp-image-2026-04-18-at-81135-pm083120.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Finance Minister and Tiruchuli DMK candidate Thangam Thennarasu</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T02:48:22.784Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>We listen to people, we legislate, and we deliver: Thennarasu</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Tamil Nadu Elections, Finance Minister Thangam Thennarasu, Tamil Nadu elections 2026</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/thiruvananthapuram/2026/Apr/19/re-examine-historical-narratives-kerala-governor-rajendra-arlekar</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/g3famt0w/C_32_1_CH0992_6505563.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Governor Rajendra Arlekar.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T02:47:58.205Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Re-examine historical narratives: Kerala Governor Rajendra Arlekar</news:title>
<news:keywords>Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala Governor Rajendra Arlekar, Indian texts</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/bengaluru/2026/Apr/19/gba-voter-list-touches-8895-lakh-across-369-wards-in-bengaluru</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2025-09-06/p14cduu3/Smaller.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA)</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T02:47:53.853Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>GBA voter list touches 88.95 lakh across 369 wards in Bengaluru</news:title>
<news:keywords>Bengaluru</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/Apr/19/fire-we-ignited-in-namakkal-turned-delimitation-into-ashes-says-stalin</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/yupe10sx/p4-cm2102113.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Chief Minister MK Stalin and RJD national working president Tejashwi Yadav at the public meeting in Mettupalayam on Saturday</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T02:45:53.013Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Fire we ignited in Namakkal turned delimitation into ashes, says Stalin</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Tamil Nadu Elections, Chief Minister and DMK president MK Stalin, Tamil Nadu elections 2026, Delimitation Bill 2026</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/Apr/19/soon-common-mans-drink-to-cost-20-more-in-karnataka-under-new-alcohol-tax-plan</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/TNIE/import/2019/12/3/original/jagan-101.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representational purposes.</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T02:44:58.625Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Soon, common man’s drink to cost 20% more in Karnataka under new alcohol tax plan</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/kerala/2026/Apr/19/loan-app-operators-allegedly-linked-to-nithin-raj-death-case-held-from-noida</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/k6cl8w0x/32-33-1-nithinraj21204chn34.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Nithin Raj, a first-year dental student from Uzhamalakkal, who passed away at Anjarakandy Dental College in Kannur district.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T02:44:57.590Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Loan app operators allegedly linked to  Nithin Raj death case held from Noida</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kerala, Loan app, Nithin Raj death, Anjarakandy Dental College</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/Apr/19/north-korea-launches-ballistic-missiles-toward-sea-seoul</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/mlhmcvbj/AFP20260419A8B49CRv1HighResSkoreaNkoreaMilitaryMissile.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>People watch a television screen showing a news broadcast with file footage of a North Korean missile test, at a train station in Seoul on April 19, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T02:44:53.694Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>North Korea launches ballistic missiles toward sea: Seoul</news:title>
<news:keywords>World, north korea, Seoul, Kim Jong Un, ballistic missiles</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/delhi/2026/Apr/19/chaos-erupts-during-polls-to-gargi-college-council</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/70x72los/Gargi-College.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Delhi University’s Gargi College</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T02:44:08.775Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Chaos erupts during polls to Gargi College council</news:title>
<news:keywords>Delhi, gargi college, student council elections</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/Apr/19/andhra-deputy-cm-pawan-kalyan-undergoes-surgery-condition-stable</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2024-12-30/k0p32zs5/C_40_1_CH1412_28751726.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T02:43:26.766Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Andhra deputy CM Pawan Kalyan undergoes surgery, condition stable</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, Andhra deputy CM Pawan Kalyan</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/Apr/19/tdp-president-palla-srinivasa-rao-slams-indi-bloc-over-womens-reservation-bill</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/j5m430mi/Palla-slams.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>TDP State president and Gajuwaka MLA Palla Srinivasa Rao</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T02:41:08.413Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>TDP president Palla Srinivasa Rao slams indi bloc over women’s reservation bill</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, Women’s Reservation Bill, TDP president Palla Srinivasa Rao</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/kerala/2026/Apr/19/amid-protests-over-nithin-rajs-death-orthodontics-staff-at-anjarakandy-dental-college-quit-en-masse</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/mc8c9fu9/knr-protest-1083710.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Protests intensify over Nithin Raj’s death.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T02:41:00.983Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Amid protests over Nithin Raj's death, orthodontics staff at Anjarakandy Dental College quit en masse</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kerala, mass resignations, Nithin Raj death, Anjarakandy Dental College</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/Apr/19/tdp-bjp-jsp-a-formidable-force-in-andhra-pradesh-cm-chandrababu-naidu</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/asuo9kpn/TDP-BJ.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>CM administering Swarna Andhra - Swachh Andhra’ oath at Nidadavole</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/9pdgcxb6/TDP-BJP.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu addressing a protest rally, led by the NDA parties against India bloc for defeating women’s reservation bill</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T02:35:41.731Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>TDP-BJP-JSP a formidable force in Andhra Pradesh: CM Chandrababu Naidu</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, BJP Andhra Pradesh, Jana Sena Party, Andhra CM Chandrababu Naidu, Andhra TDP</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/kerala/2026/Apr/19/kerala-revenue-minister-rajan-inspects-wayanad-rehab-township-says-safety-given-top-priority</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/ahaigws7/min-township-091419.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Revenue Minister K Rajan inspecting a house at the township in Kalpetta.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T02:35:28.504Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Kerala Revenue Minister Rajan inspects Wayanad rehab township, says safety given top priority </news:title>
<news:keywords>Kerala, Uralungal Labour Contract Cooperative Society, Wayanad township</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/delhi/2026/Apr/19/delhi-behind-the-scenes-4</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/TNIE/import/2023/5/11/original/Lady_Shri_Ram_1.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Lady Shri Ram (LSR) College for Women in Delhi.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T02:34:16.943Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Delhi behind the scenes</news:title>
<news:keywords>Delhi, Raghav Chadha, Lady Shri Ram  College</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/thesundaystandard/2026/Apr/19/from-barefoot-walks-to-bristol-dreams</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/9dwsd94y/Bristol.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Kishor Bethekar gets appreciation award for his social work in field.</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T02:34:12.730Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>From barefoot walks to Bristol dreams</news:title>
<news:keywords>The Sunday Standard, Good News, Kishor Lakhaji Bethekar, Melghat</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/thesundaystandard/2026/Apr/19/brewing-social-change-from-liquor-raids-to-livelihoods</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/kalt9yit/rama060831.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Today, the situation in parts of this tribal belt has begun to change. Several men have found jobs as drivers in nearby sugar mills, while others work in private offices as assistants or sanitation staff. Government schemes have also supported their transition away from traditional practices.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T02:30:44.427Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Brewing social change: From liquor raids to livelihoods</news:title>
<news:keywords>The Sunday Standard, Good News, Bihar, Excise and Prohibition Department, West Champaran</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/kochi/2026/Apr/19/48-year-old-dies-after-being-run-over-by-lorry-in-kochi</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/pjka2is5/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-18-at-20.06.40.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representative purpose.</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T02:30:32.402Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>48-year-old dies after being run over by lorry in Kochi</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kochi, Accident, negligent driving</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/Apr/19/minister-nara-lokesh-steps-in-to-turn-hope-into-life-for-infant-girl-in-andhra-pradesh</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/ioo4hx4v/Min-Lokesh.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>HRD and IT Minister Lokesh pays a visit to one-year-old Punarvika at a private hospital after she was given a Rs 16 crore life-saving injection</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T02:29:42.406Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Minister Nara Lokesh steps in to turn hope into life for infant girl in Andhra Pradesh</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, Andhra Minister Nara Lokesh, Emergency medical aid, infant baby girl</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/thesundaystandard/2026/Apr/19/athletes-from-central-india-take-centre-stage</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/6yekhypc/DMKjkkk.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>As many as 12 medals were won by the promising junior and senior athletes of the academy in Bhopal between April 4 and April 11 in the first three stages of the Indian Athletic Series.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/2bgz4bol/DMKjkkkggghg.jpg</image:loc>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T02:29:09.415Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Athletes from central India take centre stage</news:title>
<news:keywords>The Sunday Standard, Good News, Madhya Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh State Athletics Academy</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/kochi/2026/Apr/19/kerala-govt-medical-officers-assn-protests-against-attack-on-doctor-at-palluruthy-taluk-hospital</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/TNIE/import/2023/5/19/original/Doctors_protest_EPS123.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representational purposes only.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T02:28:25.055Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Kerala govt medical officers assn protests against attack on doctor at Palluruthy taluk hospital</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kochi, Kerala, doctors protest, doctor assaulted</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/delhi/2026/Apr/19/allahabad-hc-pulls-up-basti-police-chief-for-negligence-makes-him-stand-in-court</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/k21x1de5/allahabad-hc095214.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Allahabad High Court</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T02:28:19.384Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Allahabad HC pulls up Basti police chief for negligence, makes him stand in court</news:title>
<news:keywords>Delhi, murder case, negligence, Basti police chief</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/Apr/19/phase-1-results-of-vsat-announced-42000-students-qualify-for-admission</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/58xiljkl/Phase.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The results of VSAT 2026 Phase 1 being released by Vignan University</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T02:27:11.704Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Phase 1 results of VSAT announced, 42,000 students qualify for admission</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, Vignan’s University</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/good-news/2026/Apr/19/andhra-schoolgirls-invention-earns-international-recognition</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/vesjauj9/New-Project-2026-04-19T075421.472.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Guttula Anushka’s project ‘Multi-Purpose Agricultural Tool for Small-Scale Farmers’ was selected for the International Sakura Science Exchange Programme, which is under the Japan Science and Technology Agency.</image:caption>
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<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T02:25:29.509Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Andhra schoolgirl’s invention 
earns international recognition</news:title>
<news:keywords>Good News, Andhra Pradesh, International Sakura Science Exchange Programme, Andhra school girl</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/kochi/2026/Apr/19/ernakulam-court-grants-bail-to-businessman-held-by-ed-over-money-laundering-case</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-03-14/qxgyawci/ANI_20250221084452.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representational purposes only.</image:caption>
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<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T02:24:09.303Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Ernakulam court grants bail to businessman held by ED over money laundering case</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kochi, Enforcement Directorate, Prevention of Money Laundering Act, cashew imports</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/thesundaystandard/2026/Apr/19/womens-reservation-law-bjp-hits-back-at-oppn-says-hypocrisy-exposed</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-01-09/22tfveqz/ANI_20260109081833.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Seniot BJP leader Ravi Shankar Prasad.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T02:22:12.461Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Women's reservation law: BJP hits back at Oppn, says ‘hypocrisy exposed’</news:title>
<news:keywords>The Sunday Standard, Nation, BJP, Congress, Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, Women's reservation law</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/kerala/2026/Apr/19/kasaragod-native-freed-from-bonded-labour-in-karnataka-handed-over-to-state</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/bl0ld605/Kasaragod-native.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Udayakumar, who was rescued from bonded labour in Karnataka, speaking to media after he was handed over to the district administration on Saturday.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T02:22:06.359Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Kasaragod native freed from bonded labour in Karnataka, handed over to state</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kerala, Karnataka police, bonded labour</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/thiruvananthapuram/2026/Apr/19/pre-monsoon-sanitation-activities-thiruvananthapuram-corp-alleges-departmental-apathy</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/rrwz9yln/Pre-monsoon-sanitation.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Mayor V V Rajesh inspecting the Pazhavangadi Canal near Thakaraparambu to assess the pre-monsoon sanitation drive in Thiruvananthapuram on Saturday.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T02:20:05.444Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Pre-monsoon sanitation activities: 
Thiruvananthapuram Corp alleges departmental apathy</news:title>
<news:keywords>Thiruvananthapuram, Thiruvananthapuram corporation, pre-monsoon sanitation drive</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/good-news/2026/Apr/19/andhras-nadupuru-zilla-parishad-high-school-nurtures-skills-beyond-academics</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/ll7mt8xo/nurtures-skills.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>With a strength of 1,694 students and 60 teachers, the government school has gradually evolved into a space where academics are interwoven with life skills and value-based education.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/x08js1kw/nurtures-skil.JPG</image:loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/t73olppq/nurtures-skill.jpg</image:loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/hvn5so0e/nurturesaa.jpg</image:loc>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T02:19:22.321Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Andhra's Nadupuru Zilla Parishad high school nurtures skills beyond academics</news:title>
<news:keywords>Good News, Andhra Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh school, Naduru</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/thesundaystandard/2026/Apr/19/93-productivity-in-budget-session</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-02-11/twd93830/Lavu.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Parliament building in New Delhi.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T02:18:41.055Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>‘93% productivity in Budget session’</news:title>
<news:keywords>The Sunday Standard, Nation, Productivity, Pariament budget session</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/Apr/19/232-per-cent-dip-in-mgnrega-person-days-hits-rural-jobs-in-andhra-pradesh</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/mcvx895x/MGNREGA.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>District-wise data shows that all 26 districts reported a decline in person-days, with the steepest reductions in NTR district (-46.5 per cent), Chittoor (-38.5 per cent) and Annamayya (-30.9 per cent).</image:caption>
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<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T02:16:48.903Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>23.2 per cent dip in MGNREGA person-days hits rural jobs in Andhra Pradesh</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, MGNREGA employment</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/thesundaystandard/2026/Apr/19/india-bloc-for-quick-rollout-of-the-2023-act</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/favuuy7v/1-53-18041-pti04182026000136b.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>General Secretary of the All India Congress Committee (AICC) Priyanka Gandhi Vadra addresses a press conference at the partys headquarters, in New Delhi, Saturday, April 18, 2026</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T02:15:43.116Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>India bloc for quick rollout of the 2023 Act</news:title>
<news:keywords>The Sunday Standard, Nation, Women's Reservation Bill, INDIA bloc</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/kerala/2026/Apr/19/valparai-crash-left-alone-in-crowd-teacher-mourns-the-family-she-lost</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/nx3loh5x/32-33-1-k11malappuram1804chn33.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Asnath, the only remaining teacher of Kuruva GLPS, breaks down in tears as she shares her grief.</image:caption>
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<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T02:13:50.979Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Valparai crash: Left alone in crowd, teacher mourns the family she lost</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kerala, Valparai crash, Kuruva GLPS</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/good-news/2026/Apr/19/bobbili-dronacharya-helps-youth-realise-career-dreams</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/1hpkbcrz/Bobbili-Dronacharya.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Rao Srinivasa Rao has dedicated the last 53 years of his life to a single mission: to provide free physical training to rural youth to help them secure stable careers.</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/jh9t7v8l/Bobbili-Dronachary.jpg</image:loc>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/zt4l0jr4/Bobbili-Dronacharyaa.jpg</image:loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T02:13:16.543Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Bobbili Dronacharya helps youth realise career dreams</news:title>
<news:keywords>Good News, Andhra Pradesh, Rao Srinivasa Rao</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/thesundaystandard/2026/Apr/19/court-acquits-all-accused-in-32-year-oldpresident-house-records-forgery-case</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2024-02/49e281a5-a71a-4d8b-a166-330b1b5ec51c/ANI_20240205070702.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Representational image.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T02:09:43.346Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Court acquits all accused in 32-year-old
President house records forgery case</news:title>
<news:keywords>The Sunday Standard, Nation, forgery case</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/Apr/19/centres-nod-to-rs-9889-crore-rail-line-project-in-andhra-pradesh</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/uzrvkp5o/Screenshot-2026-04-19-073759.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representation</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T02:08:54.389Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Centre’s nod to Rs 9,889 crore rail line project in Andhra Pradesh</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, CCEA, Andhra rail projects</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/thesundaystandard/2026/Apr/19/eps-may-get-guv-role-after-election-kanimozhi</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/ejmdyrg5/vpm-kanimozhi092950.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) Deputy General Secretary Kanimozhi Karunanidhi on Saturday campaigning in support of Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam (DMDK) general secretary and candidate Premalatha Vijayakanth in the Virudhachalam Assembly constituency</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T02:08:27.913Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>EPS may get Guv role after election: Kanimozhi</news:title>
<news:keywords>The Sunday Standard, Tamil Nadu, Tamil Nadu Elections, DMK Kanimozhi, Tamil Nadu elections 2026</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/kerala/2026/Apr/19/inseparable-in-life-and-death-kuruva-grieves-for-majeed-rukhiya-who-lost-lives-in-valparai-crash</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/4s68n4yl/32-33-1-k1malappuram1804chn33.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A massive gathering at Ambalaparamb Government High School ground as people pay their final respects to the teaching and non-teaching staff of Kuruva GLPS and GUP School Pang who died in Valaparai tragedy after their mortal remains were brought for public homage.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T02:08:27.101Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Inseparable in life and death: Kuruva grieves for Majeed, Rukhiya who lost lives in Valparai crash</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kerala, Valparai crash, Kuruva GLPS</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/Apr/19/asci-report-bats-for-phased-ban-on-sleeper-buses-in-andhra-pradesh</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/wcnx7e8i/ASCI.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>ASCI has recommended a phased ban on sleeper buses following a series of fatal accidents, including a major fire incident on the Nayakallu flyover along National Highway-44.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T02:03:23.167Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>ASCI report bats for phased ban on sleeper buses in Andhra Pradesh</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, Andhra government, fire accidents, inter-state AC sleeper buses</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/kochi/2026/Apr/19/a-home-win-for-blasters-but-no-manjappada-to-cheer-on</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/pxmg4tde/home-win-for-Blasters.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Kerala Blasters FC players celebrate their second goal against Jamshedpur FC in the Indian Super League match at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on Saturday.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T02:02:40.236Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>A home win for Blasters, but no Manjappada to cheer on </news:title>
<news:keywords>Kochi, Indian Super League, Kerala Blasters FC, Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/thesundaystandard/2026/Apr/19/queens-gambit-rise-of-vaishali</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/bzm2deuo/Vaisali.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>R Vaishali</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T02:02:10.893Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title> Queen’s gambit: Rise of Vaishali</news:title>
<news:keywords>The Sunday Standard, Nation, Other, R Vaishali</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/kochi/2026/Apr/19/bliss-city-shows-first-signs-of-life-as-kmrl-leases-initial-land-parcels-in-kakkanad</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2025-08-28/y28zt131/C_32_1_CH0343_69166015.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>An aerial view of the water metro service in the Vytilla-Kakkanad section. Image used for representational purposes only.</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/u7u5hhw2/Bliss_City_shows_first_signs.jpg</image:loc>
</image:image><news:news>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T01:59:59.517Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Bliss City shows first signs of life as KMRL leases initial land parcels in Kakkanad</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kochi, Kochi Metro Rail Limited, urban development</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/Apr/19/eci-urged-to-prevent-defacement-of-walls-in-tn-govt-schools-during-polls</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-19/2dk1tkn0/ECI-urged.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Election related notices pasted on the wall with paintings at a govt school</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
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<image:caption>Kerala's aviation ventures struggle against headwinds.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Singer Zubeen Garg.</image:caption>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/magazine/2026/Apr/19/teflon-trump-keeps-winning-the-war-for-attention</loc>
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<news:title>Teflon Trump keeps winning the war for attention</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/lifestyle/health/2026/Apr/19/the-clean-versus-clinical-debate</loc>
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<news:title>The Clean Versus Clinical Debate</news:title>
<news:keywords>naturals vs lab grown actives in skincare</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/opinion/columns/2026/Apr/19/bigotry-is-robbing-our-students-of-a-future</loc>
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<news:title>Bigotry is robbing our students of a future</news:title>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/lifestyle/spirituality/2026/Apr/19/when-only-hanuman-could-save-them</loc>
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<news:title>When Only Hanuman Could Save Them</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/lifestyle/spirituality/2026/Apr/19/lessons-from-nature</loc>
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<news:title>Lessons from Nature</news:title>
<news:keywords>nature and spirituality, what to learn from natural elements</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/lifestyle/food/2026/Apr/19/spice-spice-baby-2</loc>
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<news:title>Spice, Spice, Baby</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kimikai restaurant</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/lifestyle/travel/2026/Apr/19/the-god-of-all-things</loc>
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<image:caption>A procession during Lai Haraoba</image:caption>
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<news:title>The God of All Things</news:title>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/lifestyle/travel/2026/Apr/19/seas-the-day-2</loc>
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<image:caption>Marina Bay Cruise</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Walt Disney Threatre</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Palo Trattoria</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Moana Call of the Sea</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Disney Dicovery Reef</image:caption>
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<news:title>Seas the Day</news:title>
<news:keywords>disney cruise, disney cruise singapore</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/magazine/2026/Apr/19/in-praise-of-places-that-refuse-to-be-designed</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-16/y018zk8s/1000501799.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Grey hornbill building a nest in Lodhi gardens</image:caption>
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<news:title>In praise of places that refuse to be designed</news:title>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/magazine/2026/Apr/19/the-storyteller</loc>
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<image:caption>Neelima Penumarthy</image:caption>
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<news:title>The storyteller</news:title>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/lifestyle/2026/Apr/19/clearing-the-air-2</loc>
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<news:title>Clearing the Air</news:title>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/magazine/2026/Apr/19/the-shape-of-things-to-come</loc>
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<image:caption>Mayur Gupta in his studio</image:caption>
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<news:title>The shape of things to come</news:title>
<news:keywords>Magazine, Arts</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/lifestyle/health/2026/Apr/19/false-alarm</loc>
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<news:title>False Alarm</news:title>
<news:keywords>DARVO meantal health</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/lifestyle/books/2026/Apr/19/trunk-calls-from-trigarta</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-16/rokd49ef/WARELE032510.JPG</image:loc>
<image:caption>The War Elephants of Trigarta By: Sarita Mandanna Publisher: Aleph Pages: 192 Price: Rs499</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-19T00:30:00.000Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Trunk calls from trigarta</news:title>
<news:keywords>The War Elephants of Trigarta, Sarita Mandanna</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/magazine/2026/Apr/19/its-raining-ipo</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-16/kqu2m8so/ISTOCK-1021253006015451.JPG</image:loc>
<image:caption>Illustration for representation</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-16/ukt7i4do/SILKY044854.JPG</image:loc>
<image:caption>Sara flipped through recent IPO data. In 2025, over a hundred companies had hit the market, raising staggering sums</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-16/c7s153rn/STOC1041721.JPG</image:loc>
<image:caption>Shekhar had learned, long ago, that the market is an unforgiving judge. In private markets, you could tell a story and find believers. In public markets, numbers had to do the talking—and they had to make sense quickly</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-16/r95uulj2/11282025MIN050116.JPG</image:loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-16/dia515w3/INDINV044851.JPG</image:loc>
<image:caption>Ramesh still thought about the frenzy of 2021 and the constant fear of missing out. This year, in 2026, the mood felt different. Fewer big-ticket listings, fewer breathless headlines.</image:caption>
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<news:title>It’s Raining IPO</news:title>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/sport/cricket/2026/Apr/18/the-outsider-meet-all-rounder-hokaito-zhimomi-who-single-handedly-put-nagaland-on-the-cricketing-map</loc>
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<image:caption>Hokaito Zhimomi in action during a Ranji match</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Hokaito Zhimomi mentioned in a Nagaland general knowledge book</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T22:48:00.000Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>The outsider: Meet all-rounder Hokaito Zhimomi who single handedly put Nagaland on the cricketing map 
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<news:keywords>Cricket, Shahrukh Khan, Kolkata Knight riders, Indian Premier League, Hokaito Zhimomi, Nagaland Cricket</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/opinion/columns/pc/2026/Apr/18/political-payday-of-power-perks</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/d21m82tf/political-payday.jpg</image:loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T18:45:00.000Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Political payday of power &amp; perks </news:title>
<news:keywords>Prabhu Chawla, Opinion, Women's Reservation Bill, delimitation Bill</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/opinion/2026/Apr/18/what-lutyens-really-thought-of-india</loc>
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<image:caption>Statue of Edwin Lutyens</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T18:25:16.557Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>What Lutyens really thought of India</news:title>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/opinion/columns/shankkar-aiyar/2026/Apr/18/wars-what-wars-markets-say-dont-worry-be-happy</loc>
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<image:caption>Representative Image</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T18:21:41.306Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Wars, what wars? Markets say don’t worry, be happy</news:title>
<news:keywords>Shankkar Aiyar, Opinion, Crude oil, US-Iran Conflict, West Asia Confict</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/hindi/2026/Apr/18/where-did-all-the-rom-coms-go</loc>
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<image:caption>Cocktail 2 poster</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T18:19:45.457Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Where did all the rom coms go?</news:title>
<news:keywords>Hindi, Hindi cinema, rom com</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/Apr/18/deal-is-only-done-when-its-done-pakistan-on-us-iran-peace-talks-in-islamabad</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/vvyjl05h/asimmunirandshehbazsharif.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif (R) and army chief General Asim Munir.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T17:36:38.587Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>'Deal is only done when it’s done': Pakistan on US-Iran peace talks in Islamabad</news:title>
<news:keywords>World, pakistan, West Asia crisis, US-Iran ceasefire</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/sport/other/2026/Apr/18/over-90-per-cent-tracks-in-india-are-substandard-sumariwalla</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/za374hd6/C_23_1_CH1370_31677737.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Picture for representative purpose only</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T17:34:49.801Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Over 90 per cent tracks in India are substandard: Sumariwalla</news:title>
<news:keywords>Other, Athletics Federation of India, AFI, World Athletics, Adille Sumariwalla</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/18/india-summons-iranian-envoy-after-indian-flagged-ships-fired-upon-in-strait-of-hormuz</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-02-05/lh74dyh9/New-Project-62.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T16:15:18.543Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>India summons Iranian envoy after Indian-flagged ships fired upon in Strait of Hormuz</news:title>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/18/sc-bans-highway-parking-of-heavy-vehicles-mandates-safety-overhaul-under-article-21</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-09/xr7rtb9z/ANI_20260316113343.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Supreme Court of India</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T16:10:01.204Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>SC bans highway parking of heavy vehicles, mandates safety overhaul under Article 21</news:title>
<news:keywords>Nation, Supreme Court, national highway</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/elections/west-bengal-elections/2026/Apr/18/rs-5000-for-journalists-bjp-promises-monthly-allowance-in-west-bengal</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-03-16/vaxyizh5/ANI_20260316135902.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>West Bengal BJP state president Samik Bhattacharya</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T15:49:55.503Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Rs 5,000 for journalists: BJP promises monthly allowance in West Bengal</news:title>
<news:keywords>allowance for journalists, West Bengal elections, BJP offer in West Bengal</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/18/ai-powered-electronic-shield-deployed-to-safeguard-elephants-on-uttarakhand-rail-tracks</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/sdgawffx/IMG-20260109-WA02321.jpg</image:loc>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T15:49:09.922Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>AI-powered 'electronic shield' deployed to safeguard elephants on Uttarakhand rail tracks</news:title>
<news:keywords>Nation, elephants, electronic shield</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/18/oppositon-have-committed-foeticide-of-womens-rights-pm-modi-day-after-quota-bill-fails-in-lok-sabha</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/vq6qabft/ANI_20260418165609.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressing the nation a day after the women's quota bill was defeated in Lok Sabha.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T15:42:41.754Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>'Oppositon have committed foeticide of women's rights': PM Modi day after quota Bill fails in Lok Sabha</news:title>
<news:keywords>Nation, PM Modi, Women's Reservation Bill</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/bihar/2026/Apr/18/bihar-liquor-prohibition-triggers-political-slugfest-as-cm-samrat-choudhary-rules-out-rollback</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/rukar73i/Liquor-Banned.jpg</image:loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T15:40:13.905Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Bihar liquor prohibition triggers political slugfest as CM Samrat Choudhary rules out rollback</news:title>
<news:keywords>Bihar, Nation, liquor prohibition, Bihar CM Samrat Choudhary</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/sport/other/2026/Apr/18/brilliant-karna-kadur-snatches-advantage-gill-pushed-to-second</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/5d8isoda/Karna-Kadur-who-leads-APRC-and-INRC-Overall-standings-April-18.JPG</image:loc>
<image:caption>Karna Kudur during the rally on Saturday</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T15:38:11.116Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Brilliant Karna Kadur snatches advantage, Gill pushed to second </news:title>
<news:keywords>Other, INRC, APRC, India motorsport, Gauarv Gill</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/madhya-pradesh/2026/Apr/18/bihar-linked-gang-suspected-in-mp-bank-heist-two-suspects-traced-detained-during-probe</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2025-08-19/imdiu0dj/TNIEimport2020102originalpoliceeps2131dessd.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Representative Image</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T15:29:09.581Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Bihar-linked gang suspected in MP bank heist; two suspects traced, detained during probe</news:title>
<news:keywords>Madhya Pradesh, Nation, MP bank heist</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/18/judges-who-fall-prey-to-greed-temptation-must-be-removed-from-judicial-system-justice-nagarathna</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-03-28/7b82nbqi/BV-Nagarathna.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Supreme Court judge, Justice B V Nagarathna.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T15:26:32.677Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Judges who fall prey to greed, temptation must be removed from judicial system: Justice Nagarathna</news:title>
<news:keywords>Nation, B V Nagarathna</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/18/border-tension-as-nepals-new-customs-rules-put-the-livelihoods-of-traders-consumers-at-risk-in-uttarakhand</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/0qmuhp01/IMG-20260418-WA02091.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Banbasa is a nagar panchayat in Champawat district in the state of Uttarakhand, India most famous for its border crossing into Nepal from India.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T15:10:45.813Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Border tension as Nepal’s new customs rules put the livelihoods of traders, consumers at risk in Uttarakhand</news:title>
<news:keywords>Nation, trade, Customs</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/Apr/18/iranian-gunboats-fire-on-tanker-in-strait-of-hormuz-as-iran-reimposes-restrictions</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/ut8wlt11/Strait-of-Hormuz</image:loc>
<image:caption>The sun rises behind tankers anchored in the Strait of Hormuz off the coast of Qeshm Island, Iran, Saturday, April 18, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T15:06:34.044Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Indian-flagged ships attacked in Hormuz as Tehran reimpose restrictions; New Delhi summons Iranian envoy  </news:title>
<news:keywords>World, Strait of Hormuz, West Asia conflict, Iran War, US blockade on Iranian ports, Iranian gunboats</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/sport/cricket/2026/Apr/18/rcb-vs-dc-killer-miller-rises-to-the-occasion</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/kkwo1zza/DC3.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Delhi Capitals' David Miller in action against Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Saturday</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T14:59:15.064Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>RCB vs DC: Killer Miller rises to the occasion</news:title>
<news:keywords>Cricket, David Miller, RCB, DC, RCB vs DC, IPL2026</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/elections/tamilnadu-elections/2026/Apr/18/noble-effort-derailed-modi-blames-dmk-congress-for-womens-bill-defeat</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/msf7sqtk/ANI_20260418143142.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>They made it a target of hatred, petty politics: PM Modi hits out DMK, Cong for derailing Constitution (Amendment) Bill in Lok Sabha</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T14:52:15.630Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>'Noble effort derailed': Modi blames DMK, Congress for Women’s Bill defeat</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu elections, Modi address in Tamil Nadu, Women's Reservation Bill</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/assam/2026/Apr/18/army-csd-liquor-smuggling-racket-busted-in-assam-five-arrested</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/TNIE/import/2016/11/24/original/liquor.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representative purpose.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T14:48:18.675Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Army CSD liquor smuggling racket busted in Assam, five arrested</news:title>
<news:keywords>Assam, Nation, arrest, illegal liquor, Liquor smuggling</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/west-bengal/2026/Apr/18/iit-kharagpur-student-from-ahmedabad-found-dead-on-campus-police-suspect-suicide</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/pjka2is5/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-18-at-20.06.40.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representative purpose.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T14:44:59.154Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>IIT Kharagpur student from Ahmedabad found dead on campus; police suspect suicide</news:title>
<news:keywords>West Bengal, Nation, suicide, IIT Kharagpur</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/Apr/18/macron-says-french-soldier-was-killed-and-three-were-wounded-in-attack-on-peacekeepers-in-lebanon</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/r0702wxr/AP26108453334306.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A man walks between destroyed buildings on the second day of a ceasefire between Hezbollah and Israel in Nabatiyeh town, south Lebanon, Saturday, April 18, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T14:44:33.489Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Macron says French soldier was killed and three were wounded in attack on peacekeepers in Lebanon</news:title>
<news:keywords>World, West Asia Confict, Israel Lebanon conflict</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/business/2026/Apr/18/hdfc-bank-q4-profit-rises-91-to-rs-19122-crore-board-declares-final-special-dividends</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/lj9ay09o/202604043733853.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>HDFC Bank</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T14:28:45.834Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>HDFC Bank Q4 profit rises 9.1% to Rs 19,122 crore; board declares final, special dividends</news:title>
<news:keywords>Business, profit, HDFC Bank, dividend</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/uttar-pradesh/2026/Apr/18/alleged-mastermind-of-noida-workers-protest-arrested-by-up-stf-from-tamil-nadu</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-14/mc4p337m/C_53_1_CH1540_4363230.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representational purposes only.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T13:58:48.882Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Alleged mastermind of Noida workers' protest arrested by UP STF from Tamil Nadu</news:title>
<news:keywords>Uttar Pradesh, Nation, Special Task Force, Noida workers protest, Noida unrest</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/elections/west-bengal-elections/2026/Apr/18/pack-of-lies-mamata-banerjee-targets-modi-ahead-of-national-address</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/TNIE/import/2021/5/24/original/BeFunky-collage_21.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Prime Minister Narendra Modi (L) and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee (R).</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T13:57:09.549Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>“Pack of lies”: Mamata Banerjee targets Modi ahead of national address</news:title>
<news:keywords>Mamata Banerjee, PM Modi speech</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/18/eow-acb-attaches-rs-4-crore-assets-of-suspended-ias-officer-in-coal-levy-scam-probe</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2024-12-25/zr2ukbnm/C_53_1_CH1470_37563525.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The latest action includes the attachment of residential and commercial properties valued at a market rate of roughly Rs 4 crore.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T13:52:25.138Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>EOW-ACB attaches Rs 4 crore assets of suspended IAS officer in coal levy scam probe</news:title>
<news:keywords>Nation, coal levy scam probe</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/18/chhattisgarh-wins-national-award-for-transparent-claim-management-under-ayushman-bharat</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/3ujhagdi/PMJAY.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The state’s success is attributed to strengthening the claim audit mechanism and effectively implementing trigger-based monitoring.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T13:46:04.554Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Chhattisgarh wins national award for transparent claim management under Ayushman Bharat</news:title>
<news:keywords>Nation, Ayushman Bharat, transparent claim management</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/elections/west-bengal-elections/2026/Apr/18/west-bengal-polls-congress-eyes-revival-as-tmc-faces-heat-over-key-issues</loc>
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<image:caption>Congress flag used for representation only.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T13:45:48.053Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>West Bengal polls: Congress eyes revival as TMC faces heat over key issues </news:title>
<news:keywords>West Bengal Elections, West Bengal, Elections, Nation, Congress, Trinamool Congress, West Bengal elections 2026</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/18/retired-armyman-among-two-killed-in-suspected-militant-ambush-in-manipur</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/TNIE/import/2018/3/5/original/PTI3_5_2018_000171B.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representational purposes only.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T13:41:44.026Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Retired armyman among two killed in suspected militant ambush in Manipur</news:title>
<news:keywords>Nation, Manipur violence, ethnic communities</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/uttar-pradesh/2026/Apr/18/former-up-ministers-son-among-two-arrested-for-sexually-assaulting-24-year-old-woman-in-muzaffarnagar</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2025-11-03/ex1c1zfq/newindianexpress2024-0730ec3832-7c6e-477c-9db1-b854fc07bad9sexual-violance.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>image used for representational purposes only.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T13:41:41.959Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Former UP minister's son among two arrested for sexually assaulting 24-year-old woman in Muzaffarnagar</news:title>
<news:keywords>Uttar Pradesh, Nation, sexual harassment, muzaffarnagar</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/elections/west-bengal-elections/2026/Apr/18/if-mamata-banerjee-remains-bengal-cm-state-will-be-taken-by-bangladeshi-muslims-himanta-biswa-sarma</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2025-11-12/s3yq3iac/20251022135f.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T13:38:53.864Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>If Mamata Banerjee remains Bengal CM, state will be taken by 'Bangladeshi Muslims': Himanta Biswa Sarma   </news:title>
<news:keywords>West Bengal Elections, West Bengal, Nation, Himanta Biswa Sarma, West Bengal elections 2026</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/kerala/2026/Apr/18/our-postmodern-society-refuses-to-review-reform-says-activist-m-geethanandan</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/57vr2a4l/SREE7516.JPG.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>M Geethanandan at FESTA—Storytelling festival</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/rycd4n3i/M_GEETHANANDAN061317.JPG</image:loc>
<image:caption>M Geethanandan</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/2x2hdque/CK-JANU-GEETHANAND062015.JPG</image:loc>
<image:caption>Geethanandan with C K Janu</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/34i3qck7/MUTHENGA-SAMARAM061943.JPG</image:loc>
<image:caption>Scene from Muthanga protest in 2003</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T13:38:34.070Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>‘Our postmodern society refuses to review, reform’, says activist M Geethanandan
</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kerala, Kochi, C K Janu, Muthanga incident, m geethanandan</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/kochi/2026/Apr/18/tholpavakoothu-keralas-ancient-temple-art-comes-out-of-shadows</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-17/r13sxx0j/from.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Images from shows by Sajeesh and Vipin</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/tw7qjaap/1000521656.jpg</image:loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-17/4qae5g5v/Out-from.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Backstage scenes</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/uym92nwp/1000229326.jpg</image:loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/bmq4i29l/1000229320.jpg</image:loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-17/frgivdxw/shado.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Sajeesh Pulavar</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-17/sx3pwknf/the-shadows.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Vipin Viswanatha Pulavar</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T13:15:00.372Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Tholpavakoothu: Kerala's ancient temple art comes out of shadows </news:title>
<news:keywords>Kochi</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/bihar/2026/Apr/18/bihar-deputy-cms-nishant-kumar-to-get-z-category-security-cover</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/5ntknxdc/ANI20250910024910-1.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representational purposes only.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T12:59:40.728Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Bihar deputy CMs, Nishant Kumar to get Z category security cover</news:title>
<news:keywords>Bihar, Nation, Nishant Kumar, Bijendra Prasad Yadav, Vijay Kumar Chaudhary</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/Apr/18/nda-will-take-responsibilty-to-promote-womens-reservation-through-public-awareness-andhra-pradesh-cm-naidu</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-12/eapjwntx/ANI_20260412143850.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>CM Chandrababu Naidu</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T12:53:15.467Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>NDA will take responsibilty to promote women's reservation through public awareness: Andhra Pradesh CM Naidu </news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, NDA, Women's reservation, CM Naidu</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/18/allahabad-hc-withholds-fir-order-against-rahul-gandhi-over-dual-citizenship-allegations</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-17/sdfilg2r/20260414398f.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Congress MP Rahul Gandhi</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T12:50:04.916Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Allahabad HC withholds FIR order against Rahul Gandhi over dual citizenship allegations</news:title>
<news:keywords>Nation, Allahabad HC, Congress MP Rahul Gandhi</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/elections/west-bengal-elections/2026/Apr/18/mamata-claims-bjps-downfall-has-begun-after-constitution-amendment-bill-defeated-in-ls</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/cpuj3kg2/Mamata-Banerjee</image:loc>
<image:caption>In this image received on April 17, 2026, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee speaks during a public meeting in support of party candidates ahead of the Assembly elections, in Durgapur.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T12:49:54.201Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Mamata claims BJP's 'downfall has begun' after Constitution amendment bill defeated in LS </news:title>
<news:keywords>West Bengal Elections, West Bengal, Nation, West Bengal elections 2026</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/elections/kerala-elections/2026/Apr/18/why-v-d-satheesan-isnt-a-done-deal-yet-as-congresss-keralam-cm-face</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2025-12-14/wxne7ktw/C_32_1_CH0343_71228855.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Satheesan represents a post-2021 reconfiguration of leadership within the state unit, but the transition has not been seamless.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T12:48:30.038Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Why V. D. Satheesan isn’t a done deal yet as Congress’s Keralam CM face</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kerala CM face , Kerala assembly election</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/18/65-kg-heroin-seized-in-amritsar-as-cross-border-module-with-portugal-links-busted</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/9ppholsv/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-18-at-17.07.38.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Acting swiftly, the SSOC Amritsar unit team intercepted them near Mahal Bypass in Amritsar and recovered 64.62 kg heroin from their possession, he added.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T12:19:39.234Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>65 kg heroin seized in Amritsar as cross-border module with Portugal links busted</news:title>
<news:keywords>Nation, Heroin, cross-border drug bust</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/videos/videos-nation/2026/Apr/18/men-do-not-want-to-give-up-their-seats-congress-mp-priyanka-gandhi-on-constitution-amendment-bill</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/04ebcp9m/Centre-cannot-be-trusted-with-Delimitation-Priyanka.jpg</image:loc>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T12:17:40.684Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Men do not want to give up their seats: Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi on Constitution Amendment Bill</news:title>
<news:keywords>Priyanka Gandhi on Delimitation Bill, Constitution Amendment Bill</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/gujarat/2026/Apr/18/gujarat-police-bust-interstate-cyber-fraud-racket-targeting-banks-seven-held-search-on-for-mastermind</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-02-28/clvrlmzj/cyber-arrest.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Investigators have linked the syndicate to at least 273 separate cybercrime cases, with the fraud amount swelling to an estimated Rs 210 crore.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T12:14:31.211Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Gujarat Police bust interstate cyber fraud racket targeting banks; seven held, search on for mastermind</news:title>
<news:keywords>Gujarat, Nation, cybercrime, digital scam, banking software</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/business/2026/Apr/18/government-approves-bharat-maritime-insurance-pool-to-ensure-uninterrupted-shipping-cover</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/llz36a7h/20260328056f_B4M3mKf.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Centre announces maritime insurance pool worth 12,980 crore to protect Indian vessels</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T12:04:54.408Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Government approves Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool to ensure uninterrupted shipping cover</news:title>
<news:keywords>Business, Ashwini Vaishnaw, West Asia conflict, Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/18/a-vote-to-any-party-other-than-tmc-is-a-vote-for-bjp-says-abhishek-banerjee-in-farakka</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/j3lsds7a/PTI04182026000262B.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Abhishek Banerjee</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T12:00:10.517Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>A vote to any party other than TMC is a vote for BJP, says Abhishek Banerjee in Farakka</news:title>
<news:keywords>Nation, West Bengal Elections, West Bengal, TMC, Abhishek Banerjee, West Bengal elections 2026, Farakka</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/Apr/18/russian-attacks-on-ukraine-kill-1-and-wound-dozens-ukraine-targets-russian-industrial-areas-2</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-02-23/urwcdy1n/AP26053300478299.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Firefighters put out a fire after a drone hit a residential building during a Russian air attack in Kyiv, Ukraine, Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T11:55:00.346Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Russian attacks on Ukraine kill 1 and wound dozens; Ukraine targets Russian industrial areas</news:title>
<news:keywords>World, Russia, Ukraine, Russian attacks on Ukraine</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/Apr/18/with-a-handshake-spain-and-mexico-put-diplomatic-tussle-over-their-colonial-past-behind-them-2</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/5o1kwy5n/progressive-leaders-meet.webp</image:loc>
<image:caption>Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez, right, greets Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum at the Meeting in Defence of Democracy summit in Barcelona, Spain, Saturday, April 18, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T11:40:50.364Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>With a handshake, Spain and Mexico put diplomatic tussle over their colonial past behind them</news:title>
<news:keywords>World, Spain, Mexico, diplomatic tussle</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/elections/assam-elections/2026/Apr/18/assam-lop-debabrata-saikia-alleges-direct-violation-of-ecis-security-guidlines-at-sivasagar-strongroom</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2024-03/26674ec7-a71b-45b4-8135-a404204ef6b8/ANI_20240313020820.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Leader of Opposition in the outgoing Assam Assembly and Congress leader Debabrata Saikia.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T11:22:14.465Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Assam LoP Debabrata Saikia alleges 'direct violation' of ECI's security guidlines at Sivasagar strongroom </news:title>
<news:keywords>Assam Elections, Assam, Nation, Assam elections 2026</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/18/congress-reiterates-stand-on-immediate-womens-reservation-targets-govt-over-flip-flops</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-16/x9jj98ng/202604163750518.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Speaking to reporters, Jairam Ramesh also questioned the government over the absence of written proposals for discussion during an all-party meeting on the issue, and asked why consultations had not been formally structured.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T11:18:08.635Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Congress reiterates stand on immediate women’s reservation, targets govt over ‘flip-flops’
</news:title>
<news:keywords>Nation, Jairam Ramesh, Women’s Reservation Bill, flip-flops</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/kochi/2026/Apr/18/tried-the-japanese-fruit-sandwich-2</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/1bcnosq7/IMG-20260329-WA0045.jpg</image:loc>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/32na44tb/IMG-20260329-WA0040.jpg</image:loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/ismgp7yy/IMG-20260329-WA0046.jpg</image:loc>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T11:14:52.783Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Tried the Japanese fruit sandwich?</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kochi, Food Trend, Japanese fruit sandwich</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/Apr/18/cta-highlights-case-of-tibetan-political-prisoner-and-writer-tsultrim-gyaltsen-renews-human-rights-concerns</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/11guexkw/New-Project-10.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Tsultrim Gyaltsen</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T11:11:42.376Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>CTA highlights case of Tibetan political prisoner and writer Tsultrim Gyaltsen, renews human rights concerns</news:title>
<news:keywords>World, CTA, Tsultrim Gyaltsen, human rights concerns</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/18/indian-origin-woman-living-in-us-for-over-three-decades-held-by-ice-for-a-month</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/ukku01fd/ANI_20250403072736.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Meenu Batra was detained on March 17 by ICE officers at Harlingen International Airport while travelling to Milwaukee for an immigration court assignment.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T11:09:52.454Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Indian-origin woman living in US for over three decades held by ICE for a month</news:title>
<news:keywords>Nation, detention, US Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Indian-origin woman</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/kochi/2026/Apr/18/opening-the-world-of-jikaku-to-little-ones-2</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/hsb1jgul/IMG2236.JPG.jpeg</image:loc>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/ifftj9yk/IMG2217.JPG.jpeg</image:loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/2mmedoq6/IMG2240.JPG.jpeg</image:loc>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/qz2k2go5/IMG2205.JPG.jpeg</image:loc>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T11:06:51.707Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Opening the world of ‘Jikaku’ to little ones</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kochi, Summer camp, Jikaku</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/gujarat/2026/Apr/18/minor-girl-lover-held-for-plotting-mothers-murder-over-marriage-dispute-in-gujarats-mahisagar</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2025-10-28/1gc7b0rn/held-after-death.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Investigators said the victim, a resident linked to a village in Panchmahal district, had arranged the marriage of her minor daughter elsewhere.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T10:45:52.703Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Minor girl, lover held for plotting mother’s murder over marriage dispute in Gujarat’s Mahisagar</news:title>
<news:keywords>Gujarat, Nation, Murder accused, marriage dispute</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/Apr/18/justice-b-v-nagarathna-judicial-independence-must-include-freedom-from-algorithmic-influence</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-03-28/7b82nbqi/BV-Nagarathna.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Supreme Court judge, Justice B V Nagarathna.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T10:40:16.907Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Justice B V Nagarathna: Judicial independence must include freedom from algorithmic influence</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka, Nation, artificial intelligence, Justice BV Nagarathna, judicial independence</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/18/cabinet-approves-two-per-cent-da-hike-for-central-government-employees-addresses-long-standing-wait</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2024-03/beb4333c-f6dc-43dc-a9f3-7f9d79e85aa1/P_3486878798.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The hike is aimed at benefitting approximately 49.19 lakh Central Government employees and 68.72 lakh pensioners.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T10:31:07.254Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Cabinet approves two per cent DA hike for central government employees, addresses long-standing wait </news:title>
<news:keywords>Nation, DA hike, Central government employees</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/assam/2026/Apr/18/pramod-boros-uppl-pushes-for-sixth-schedule-safeguards-reforms-in-north-east</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/xyqste9r/IMG-20260418-WA0030.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>United People’s Party Liberal (UPPL) leaders addressing a press conference in New Delhi.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T10:30:01.761Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Pramod Boro's UPPL pushes for Sixth Schedule safeguards, reforms in North East</news:title>
<news:keywords>Assam, Nation, United People’s Party Liberal, North East development, ethnic diversity</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/Apr/18/progressive-leaders-rally-in-barcelona-to-defend-the-traditional-liberal-order</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/h56m37a3/Spains-prime-minister.webp</image:loc>
<image:caption>Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez, center, poses with attendees at the Meeting in Defence of Democracy summit in Barcelona, Spain, Saturday, April 18, 2026</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T10:29:42.856Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Progressive leaders rally in Barcelona to defend the traditional liberal order</news:title>
<news:keywords>World, democracy, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, Progressive leaders rally in Barcelona</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/Apr/18/pope-wraps-up-cameroon-visit-with-mass-as-he-looks-ahead-to-angola-2</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/l0u9pyty/Pope-Leo.-Cameroon.webp</image:loc>
<image:caption>Pope Leo XIV arrives to celebrate mass at Yaounde Ville Airport, Cameroon, Saturday, April 18, 2026 on the sixth day of his 11-day pastoral visit to Africa.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T10:20:57.636Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Pope wraps up Cameroon visit with Mass as he looks ahead to Angola</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/18/pm-modi-to-address-nation-at-830-pm-day-after-womens-quota-bill-defeated-in-lok-sabha</loc>
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<image:caption>PM Modi speaking during a marathon debate on delimitation, women's quota bills in Lok Sabha on April 16, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T10:13:18.855Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>PM Modi to address nation at 8:30 pm, day after women's quota bill defeated in Lok Sabha </news:title>
<news:keywords>Nation, PM Modi, Women Reservation Bill</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/Apr/18/eyewitnesses-recount-three-deadly-israeli-strikes-on-medics-in-southern-lebanon</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/ko13sewl/Lebanon-attack.webp</image:loc>
<image:caption>An ambulance belonging to Hezbollah's health unit lies amid the rubble of a medical center destroyed in an Israeli airstrike in JIbchit, Southern Lebanon, Friday, April 17, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T10:10:43.227Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Eyewitnesses recount three deadly Israeli strikes on medics in southern Lebanon</news:title>
<news:keywords>World, Southern Lebanon, Israeli strikes on medics</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/18/heat-wave-like-conditions-prevail-in-chhattisgarh-imd-issues-yellow-alert</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2025-02-26/btn91tmc/P_4032264875.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>People are advised to minimise outdoor activities between 12:00 pm and 4:00 pm</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T10:08:19.101Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Heat wave-like conditions prevail in Chhattisgarh, IMD issues yellow alert</news:title>
<news:keywords>Nation, IMD, Yellow alert, Heat wave-like conditions</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/Apr/18/churches-to-the-rescue-of-cubas-legions-of-poor</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/vyw6d9ii/AFP20260415A7WZ72Ev4HighResCubaHealthChurch.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A woman pushes a cart with her daughter past the Church of the Holy Cross of Jerusalem in Havana on April 14, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T09:59:29.155Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Churches to the rescue of Cuba's legions of poor</news:title>
<news:keywords>World, Cuba, churches</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/sport/cricket/2026/Apr/18/ipl-2026-dc-won-the-toss-chooses-to-bowl-first-as-rcb-celebrate-100th-ipl-game-at-chinnaswamy</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2025-04-10/vekt1hs7/C_35_1_CH1101_6016587.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The match marks a milestone for RCB as it is their 100th IPL game at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T09:59:27.837Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>IPL 2026: DC won the toss, chooses to bowl first as RCB celebrate 100th IPL game at Chinnaswamy</news:title>
<news:keywords>Cricket, DC vs RCB, IPL 2026</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/sport/cricket/2026/Apr/18/smriti-mandhana-surpasses-rohit-sharmas-t20i-run-record-for-india</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/9ii29gl3/ANI_20260418092302.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Smriti Mandhana breaks Rohit Sharma's record to become India's leading run-scorer in T20Is</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T09:57:05.561Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Smriti Mandhana surpasses Rohit Sharma’s T20I run record for India</news:title>
<news:keywords>Cricket, Rohit Sharma, Smriti Mandhana, T20I run record</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/elections/tamilnadu-elections/2026/Apr/18/pm-modi-amit-shah-lied-to-nation-hid-diabolical-idea-behind-womens-reservation-bill-rahul-gandhi-in-tn-rally</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/npj54v25/PTI04182026000130B.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi addresses a public meeting, ahead of the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, at Ponneri, in Tiruvallur district, Saturday, April 18, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T09:55:34.269Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>PM Modi, Amit Shah 'lied' to nation; hid 'diabolical' idea behind women's reservation bill: Rahul Gandhi in TN rally </news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu Elections, Tamil Nadu, Nation, ​Rahul Gandhi, Women Reservation Bill, Tamil Nadu elections 2026</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/sport/cricket/2026/Apr/18/pakistan-selectors-recall-veteran-abbas-appoint-sarfaraz-as-head-coach-for-bangladesh-test-tour-2</loc>
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<image:caption>Sarfaraz Ahmed named head coach as Pakistan announce squad for Bangladesh Tests</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T09:46:55.092Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Pakistan selectors recall veteran Abbas, appoint Sarfaraz as head coach for Bangladesh Test tour </news:title>
<news:keywords>Cricket, Sarfaraz Ahmed, Mohammad Abbas, Pakistan squad, Bangladesh tour</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/uttar-pradesh/2026/Apr/18/female-tehsildar-in-up-seeks-cms-help-alleges-harassment-and-corruption-by-firozabad-dm-clerks</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/zajhqjyb/bribe-1.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The Tehsildar alleged that an iPhone and an Apple Watch worth Rs 1.75 lakh were obtained from her through clerks in his office.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T09:43:40.612Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Female tehsildar in UP seeks CM's help, alleges harassment and corruption by Firozabad DM, clerks</news:title>
<news:keywords>Uttar Pradesh, Nation, corruption allegations, PCS officer, harassment allegations</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/Apr/18/ai-must-aid-not-replace-judges-says-cji-at-karnataka-judicial-conference</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-03-25/0fvv2mjj/CJI-Surya-Kant.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T09:39:05.767Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>AI must aid not replace judges, says CJI at Karnataka judicial conference</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka, Nation, artificial intelligence, CJI Surya Kant, Karnataka judicial conference</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/elections/tamilnadu-elections/2026/Apr/18/vijays-tvk-gets-police-nod-for-tiruchirappalli-campaign-with-27-conditions</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/j2httyxd/ANI_20260418082002.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>TVK's Vijay to campaign in Tiruchirappalli East; police grant permission under 27 conditions</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T09:23:17.036Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Vijay’s TVK gets police nod for Tiruchirappalli campaign with 27 conditions</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu Elections, Tamil Nadu, Elections, TVK, Tamil Nadu elections 2026, Actor-politician Vijay, Tiruchirappalli campaign</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/sport/other/2026/Apr/18/indian-womens-hockey-team-stage-solid-comeback-to-level-series-against-argentina</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/x2uvqumi/ANI_20260418084613.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Indian women's hockey team stage solid comeback to level series against Argentina</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T09:14:34.232Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Indian women's hockey team stage solid comeback to level series against Argentina</news:title>
<news:keywords>Other, Argentina, Indian Women's Hockey team</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/18/families-allege-conspiracy-in-nashik-tcs-bpo-case-link-it-to-ashok-kharat-sexual-exploitation-probe</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-17/0oenogi5/202604173752375.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Nida Khan, who was linked to the TCS BPO coercive conversion case, has also denied all allegations through her family.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T09:08:49.487Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Families allege conspiracy in Nashik TCS BPO case, link it to Ashok Kharat sexual exploitation probe</news:title>
<news:keywords>Nation, religious conversion, TCS Nashik case, Ashok Kharat sexual exploitation probe</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/sport/cricket/2026/Apr/18/like-a-football-coach-harbhajan-singh-on-ashish-nehras-energetic-leadership</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/ad137mmd/GT_VS_KKR_001.JPG</image:loc>
<image:caption>Ashish Nehra is like a football coach, never sits still: Harbhajan</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T09:07:26.062Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>'Like a Football Coach': Harbhajan Singh on Ashish Nehra’s energetic leadership
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<news:keywords>Cricket, Harbhajan Singh, Ashish Nehra, 2026 IPL</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/kerala/2026/Apr/18/kerala-bjp-congress-accuse-each-other-of-sabotaging-womens-reservation-in-legislature</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-17/vfbkp8v1/PTI04172026000518B.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>BJP MPs raise slogans during a protest, after the Constitution Amendment Bill to implement reservation for women in legislatures and increase the number of seats of the Lok Sabha was defeated, during the Special session of Parliament, in New Delhi, Friday, April 17, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T08:58:18.831Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Kerala: BJP, Congress accuse each other of 'sabotaging' women's reservation in legislature</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kerala, BJP, kerala, Congress, Constitution Amendment Bill, Women's reservation</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/Apr/18/iran-announces-closure-of-hormuz-says-us-broke-promise-by-continuing-naval-blockade</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-13/3etqwuae/AP26102802553726.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Oil tankers and cargo ships line up in the Strait of Hormuz as seen from Khor Fakkan, United Arab Emirates, Wednesday, March 11, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T08:58:06.147Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Iran announces closure of Hormuz, says US broke promise by continuing naval blockade </news:title>
<news:keywords>World, Strait of Hormuz, West Asia conflict, Iran War</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/18/nashik-court-remands-godman-ashok-kharat-to-judicial-custody-till-april-30-in-fourth-sexual-assault-case</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-03-24/r692n1o7/Nashik-godman-Ashok-Kharat.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Self-styled godman Ashok Kharat</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T08:51:06.734Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Nashik court remands 'godman' Ashok Kharat to judicial custody till April 30 in fourth sexual assault case</news:title>
<news:keywords>Nation, Nashik court, Ashok Kharat, fourth sexual assault case</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/uttar-pradesh/2026/Apr/18/dalit-labourer-abducted-and-killed-in-ups-muzaffarnagar-police-book-three</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-12/n5yr726x/202604123744853.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representational purpose only.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T08:38:29.537Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Dalit labourer abducted and killed in UP's Muzaffarnagar, police book three</news:title>
<news:keywords>Uttar Pradesh, muzaffarnagar, ​Uttar Pradesh, Dalit labourer, abducted and murdered</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/uttar-pradesh/2026/Apr/18/allahabad-hc-reprimands-basti-police-chief-for-negligence-in-murder-case-report</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-02/ub1geg04/ANI_20260325104409.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Allahabad High Court.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T08:29:16.625Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Allahabad HC reprimands Basti police chief for negligence in murder case report</news:title>
<news:keywords>Uttar Pradesh, Nation, murder case, Allahabad High Court​, Basti police</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/kerala/2026/Apr/18/nine-bodies-arrive-kerala-village-school-mourns-victims-of-tamil-nadu-mishap-2</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-17/vo1tgi0w/Vacation-turns.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The accident spot at Valparai-Pollachi Ghat Road in Coimbatore</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T08:27:22.607Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Nine bodies arrive: Kerala village school mourns victims of Tamil Nadu mishap</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kerala, kerala, Malappuram, school staff, Valparai accident</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/18/former-cricketer-azharuddin-campaigns-for-congresss-adhir-ranjan-chowdhury-in-baharampur-ahead-of-bengal-polls</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/0kwcr4el/Screenshot-2026-04-18-135243.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Azharuddin and Congress's Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T08:26:10.812Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Former cricketer Azharuddin campaigns for Congress's Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury in Baharampur ahead of Bengal polls</news:title>
<news:keywords>Nation, Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury, West Bengal elections 2026, Former cricketer Azharuddin</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2026/Apr/18/political-leaders-react-to-womens-reservation-bill-defeat-in-lok-sabha</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.newindianexpress.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-17/g2iutl8m/ANI_20260417172935.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Representative Image</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-18T08:11:27.612Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Political leaders react to Women’s Reservation Bill defeat in Lok Sabha</news:title>
<news:keywords>Nation, Delimitation, Women’s Reservation Bill</news:keywords>
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