India

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

The Supreme Court of India refused to stay a Jharkhand High Court order transferring a probe against Enforcement Directorate officials to the Central Bureau of Investigation, allowing the CBI to continue its investigation into assault allegations

The Kerala High Court directed the Election Commission of India to clarify if extra arrangements can help voters who missed postal ballots, amid concerns of disenfranchisement due to delays and a limited voting window affecting polling personnel

Cash-strapped Congress governments in Telangana and Himachal Pradesh have proposed steep salary cuts for politicians and officials to manage finances and clear dues, drawing criticism from employees who demand structural reforms instead.

The Supreme Court of India refused to hear Indrani Mukerjea’s plea to travel abroad, directing her to approach the trial court. She is an accused in the high-profile Sheena Bora murder case under ongoing trial

Gold and silver prices declined nearly 1% on Multi Commodity Exchange amid global pressure. Strong US dollar, rising bond yields, and geopolitical tensions weighed on sentiment, while crude oil above $100 per barrel added inflation concerns

Meta Platforms and Microsoft plan major job cuts and buyouts amid rising AI investments. Workforce reductions and restructuring aim to streamline operations while expanding data centres and infrastructure to support growing artificial intelligence initiatives globally

The Gauhati High Court rejected anticipatory bail of Pawan Khera in a case linked to allegations against Himanta Biswa Sarma’s wife. Court cited serious charges; detailed judgment awaited as investigation continues

In Washington, General Upendra Dwivedi was inducted into the International Hall of Fame at the US Army War College, becoming the third Indian Army chief honoured, highlighting growing India-US defence cooperation and strategic ties