India

The Supreme Court allowed a 15-year-old girl to terminate her advanced pregnancy, stating that no court can force a minor to carry a pregnancy against her will. The court emphasised reproductive autonomy as a fundamental right

Three people were killed in two separate firing incidents between rival tribal groups in Manipur’s Ukhrul district. The violence comes amid rising tensions in the region, with both Naga and Kuki organisations making claims over recent attacks

An Indian seafarer aboard the Iranian-held vessel Epaminondas is safe, officials confirmed, amid escalating Strait of Hormuz tensions involving ship seizures by Iran, with multiple Indian crew members across vessels being monitored by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways

A fictional leadership reshuffle in the Nationalist Congress Party describes Sunetra Pawar becoming Deputy Chief Minister and party president after Ajit Pawar’s alleged demise, with family members Parth and Jay Pawar managing regional roles amid internal power consolidation in Maharashtra politics

The Ministry of Civil Aviation released DGCA FTO rankings showing improved pilot training standards, with Avyanna Aviation Pvt Ltd topping Category A, as India pushes transparency, safety, and expansion in aviation training under a national growth roadmap

Arvind Kejriwal accused the Bharatiya Janata Party of betraying Punjab after reports that several Aam Aadmi Party Rajya Sabha MPs quit, with claims that most defectors would join BJP, intensifying political tensions

Mamata Banerjee warned against “divisive forces” in the ongoing West Bengal polls, accusing opponents of trying to weaken the state from Delhi, and urged voters to defend identity, development, and democratic rights through their mandate

The Supreme Court of India allowed the National Investigation Agency to file a charge sheet in the Malda judicial officers’ confinement case, while overseeing security concerns linked to West Bengal’s electoral roll revision process and ongoing investigation

Actor and TVK chief Vijay thanked Tamil Nadu voters for a record 85 per cent turnout in the Assembly elections, calling it a landmark moment. He praised youth and women participation and expressed confidence ahead of the results

Indian stock markets ended sharply lower on Friday as rising crude oil prices and geopolitical tensions weighed on investor sentiment. IT stocks led the decline, while concerns over inflation and current account deficit kept market participants cautious

The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment will launch NMBA App 2.0 under the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan to enhance real-time monitoring, citizen engagement, and coordination for drug demand reduction across India through expanded digital tools and transparency features

Several Rajya Sabha MPs reportedly quit the Aam Aadmi Party, with leaders like Raghav Chadha and others claiming a large faction may join the Bharatiya Janata Party, signalling major political churn within AAP’s parliamentary ranks

Opposition MPs submitted a fresh Rajya Sabha notice seeking removal of Gyanesh Kumar, alleging biased enforcement of the Model Code, but earlier attempts were rejected for not meeting the constitutional threshold for removal

The Supreme Court of India ordered an all-women SIT for a time-bound probe into a child rape-murder case in Ghaziabad, citing police lapses, and directed investigation into hospitals’ alleged denial of treatment and protection of witnesses

Tesla plans to expand its supercharging network across major Indian cities to support its growing presence. The company aims to reduce range anxiety, enhance EV adoption, and provide a consistent global charging experience while strengthening its infrastructure and service network

India and the United States concluded three-day trade talks on April 23, with the Ministry of Commerce and Industry stating both sides agreed to stay engaged, advancing discussions on market access, digital trade, and a proposed bilateral trade agreement framework

Netflix is developing a series adaptation of The Nanny Diaries, with Scarlett Johansson set to executive produce. The show will explore the life of a young nanny navigating the elite world of Manhattan’s wealthy families

Adani Green Energy Ltd reported a 34 per cent rise in Q4 net profit to Rs 514 crore, driven by higher power supply revenues. The company also posted strong capacity addition and revenue growth, despite a slight dip in full-year profit

At a rally, Narendra Modi vowed strict action in the R.G. Kar case, targeting Trinamool Congress, and promised accountability, women’s safety, and jobs if Bharatiya Janata Party forms government in West Bengal

Actor Rakesh Bedi denied viral claims of receiving a ₹1 crore bonus for Dhurandhar, clarifying via Instagram that no such payment was made and urging fans to treat unverified media reports with caution

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said Indian banks are prepared for tech risks but warned about threats from Anthropic’s Mythos AI, with Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology monitoring impacts and urging stronger safeguards

Pen Studios has announced a Rs 100 crore investment in Aashirvad Cinemas for the production of Drishyam 3, starring Mohanlal. The film, directed by Jeethu Joseph, is now set for release on May 21 after a postponement

The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting advised ZEE5 not to release Lawrence of Punjab, citing law-and-order concerns raised by Punjab Police, after a petition in the Punjab and Haryana High Court warned against glorifying gangster culture

The Supreme Court of India declined to hear a plea by West Bengal poll officers over deleted voter names, directing them to appellate tribunals, while reaffirming that voting rights depend on successful appeals in disputes linked to electoral roll revisions