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Shiva Narwal won gold in the 10m air pistol junior event, while Chirag Sharma took bronze and Panaah Bhugra claimed silver in air rifle at the ISSF Junior World Cup in Cairo, marking a strong start for India’s shooters

Rajasthan Royals will look to end their recent slump when they face Lucknow Super Giants in an IPL match. While RR struggle with middle-order form, LSG are also in poor touch, setting up a crucial contest for both sides

India’s AIPA contingent delivered a strong performance at the WPC Series in Penang, Malaysia, winning multiple medals across categories. Vanshik Kapadia and Aalyka Ebrahim were among the top performers, highlighting India’s growing strength in international pickleball competitions

A BJP rally in Mumbai’s Worli area over the women’s reservation bill turned contentious when Maharashtra minister Girish Mahajan was confronted by an agitated woman frustrated with traffic disruptions. The incident, captured on video, quickly went viral and drew sharp criticism from opposition leaders.

The fall of Orbán and the rise of Magyar in Hungary reveal how controlled electoral systems can collapse when public anger, elite defection, and strategic political reframing converge within institutions designed to resist change

With key disputes over sanctions, nuclear policy and regional control unresolved, the prospects for a lasting agreement remain fragile

Abhishek Sharma smashed a brilliant 138 off 68 balls as Sunrisers Hyderabad posted 242/2 against Delhi Capitals. Supported by Travis Head and Heinrich Klaasen, SRH dominated with aggressive batting and built a strong platform in Hyderabad

The makers of Ram Charan’s upcoming film Peddi confirmed that shooting will be completed in 6 days, with post-production underway. Directed by Buchi Babu Sana, the film stars Ram Charan, Janhvi Kapoor, and Shiva Rajkumar, and is set for a June release

A Special Court in Bengaluru ordered an FIR against Karnataka Home Minister G. Parameshwara over allegations of placing a ₹500 bet during a Kabaddi event in Tumakuru, directing police to investigate claims that it promotes illegal betting activity

India and South Korea signed an MoU between MSME ministries to boost cooperation, trade, and innovation in the sector during President Lee Jae Myung’s visit. The pact aims to strengthen MSME linkages, investment, and digital economic collaboration

The Supreme Court of India said it can review State actions restricting religious practices in the name of reform, despite limits on judicial review, during hearings in the Sabarimala temple case on balancing faith and fundamental rights

The Supreme Court of India stressed safeguarding rights of prisoners with disabilities under Articles 14 and 21, directing a high-powered panel to frame an action plan ensuring assistive support, humane conditions, and compliance across states and Union Territories

Kerala DGP will defend the legality of a viral ‘Kumbh Mela girl’ marriage before the National Commission, asserting she is an adult. The case has sparked a Kerala–Madhya Pradesh police clash over age proof, legality, and jurisdiction

At least 12 people died and several were injured in a fireworks unit explosion in Thrissur during Pooram preparations. PM Narendra Modi announced compensation, while authorities launched a probe into suspected safety lapses amid large-scale rescue and emergency operations

India is closely monitoring tensions in West Asia and engaging Iran and Gulf nations to ensure safety of nationals and secure shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. MEA highlighted high-level diplomatic outreach and concerns over recent firing incidents

India and Bhutan reaffirmed customs cooperation to boost cross-border trade, border security, and digital customs systems. Talks covered anti-smuggling measures, cargo tracking, and infrastructure upgrades, with trade crossing dollar 1.9 billion in FY25, showing strong bilateral economic growth

India signed ₹975 crore contracts to procure TRAWL assemblies for T-72 and T-90 tanks, boosting minefield breaching capability. The DRDO-developed system enhances battlefield mobility and supports indigenous defence manufacturing under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative

Two women were killed and another injured in Latehar, Jharkhand after a wild bison attacked them while collecting mahua in a forest. Panic spread in nearby villages as forest officials launched inspection and announced compensation for victims

Six dead in fireworks unit blast in Thrissur during Thrissur Pooram prep; dozens injured, several critical. Massive explosion triggered by stored explosives, rescue operations ongoing, authorities probe safety lapses as area cordoned off, investigation underway, medical emergency continues, officials monitoring

Election Commission of India imposed strict restrictions on motorcycle movement in West Bengal ahead of April 23 polls, banning rallies, limiting riding hours, and regulating pillion use to ensure voter safety and prevent election-related intimidation.

Hyderabad-based Aurobindo says buyback will reward shareholders, boost returns, improve earnings per share, without changing control or affecting management structure

Indian National Congress accused the Narendra Modi government of delaying the Women’s Reservation Bill, citing ignored letters from Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi and alleging attempts to link the issue with delimitation reforms

Apple has announced a leadership transition, with Tim Cook stepping down as CEO and John Ternus set to take over in 2026. The move marks a major shift as Apple prepares for its next phase of AI-driven growth.