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Gujarat Titans defeated Lucknow Super Giants by seven wickets in the IPL. Prasidh Krishna’s 4/24 restricted LSG to 164, before Shubman Gill (56) and Jos Buttler (60) powered GT’s chase. Washington Sundar and Rahul Tewatia finished the job

Shubman Gill became the youngest player to reach 4,000 IPL runs during Gujarat Titans’ match against Lucknow Super Giants. He achieved the milestone in 118 innings, becoming the second-fastest Indian to the mark, behind KL Rahul

Arjun Singh and Aditya Singh won India’s first gold medal at the US Open Pickleball Championship 2026 in Naples, Florida, defeating top seeds Ryder Brown and Soli Messiri. Naga Moksha added a bronze in women’s singles, boosting India’s tally

Rajasthan Royals will look to strengthen their hold on the top spot when they face Sunrisers Hyderabad in Hyderabad. With four wins already, RR’s strong batting and bowling contrast SRH’s inconsistency, making the clash a test of momentum and resilience

Monalisa Bhosle’s mother alleged that her minor daughter was lured away, prompting a POCSO case against Farman Khan. An enquiry confirmed her age as 16, raising questions over the marriage and alleged fake birth certificate

At a rally in Siliguri, Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused the TMC of supporting the "tukde-tukde" gang that allegedly threatened to sever the strategic Siliguri Corridor, vital for connecting the Northeast to the rest of India. He labelled the TMC as anti-tribal, anti-women, and anti-youth, criticising its appeasement politics and alleged neglect of North Bengal.

India rejected China’s move to rename places in Arunachal Pradesh, calling it a baseless attempt to assert claims. The MEA said such actions cannot change reality and urged Beijing to avoid steps that harm bilateral ties

Around 65 closely contested seats and large-scale voter deletions under SIR could play a decisive role in West Bengal’s 2026 elections, with both TMC and BJP focusing on marginal constituencies where even small vote shifts may change results

TMC and BJP are targeting women, youth and welfare beneficiaries through their West Bengal poll manifestos, while shaping narratives around identity and nationalism, with the Left and Congress focusing on jobs as they try to regain political relevance

Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared a video from his Siliguri rally showing strong public support and criticised the Trinamool Congress over appeasement politics, governance issues, and alleged obstruction of Central schemes, while also addressing concerns about national security and development

Mamata Banerjee alleged that the BJP is threatening TMC candidates for support if it falls short of a majority, and warned of a delimitation plan to divide West Bengal, while also accusing the party of bribery and poll manipulation

Security forces continued combing operations in Manipur’s Ukhrul district after a BSF constable was killed, destroying 21 illegal bunkers and recovering arms and explosives, while police intensified surveillance and urged the public to avoid rumours and misinformation

President Droupadi Murmu, Vice President C P Radhakrishnan and Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed grief over the passing of legendary singer Asha Bhosle at 93, calling her an iconic voice whose music will continue to inspire generations

Women’s participation in contractual and flexible roles in India’s IT and ITeS sector has increased to 40 per cent in FY26, driven by rising demand for flexible work. Finance, data roles lead preferences, with major concentration in metro cities

Indian equity markets rallied sharply last week, adding Rs 4.13 lakh crore to eight of the top-10 firms. Banking stocks led gains, while Infosys and Reliance Industries saw marginal declines despite the overall positive market sentiment

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu condoled the death of legendary singer Asha Bhosle, calling her a cultural icon whose extraordinary musical contributions would remain an integral part of India’s heritage. He extended condolences to her family and admirers.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed grief over the passing of legendary singer Asha Bhosle at 92 in Mumbai, calling her one of India’s most iconic voices. Leaders, family and the film fraternity paid heartfelt tributes following her demise.

Tributes poured in from across the film industry for legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle, who passed away at 92. Celebrities including Akshay Kumar, Karan Johar, Kajol, and Jr NTR remembered her as a timeless voice that defined Indian cinema for generations.

Tata Consultancy Services has made 25,000 fresher offers for FY27, with hiring to depend on demand conditions, CEO K Krithivasan said. The IT major reported stable pipelines, rising deal conversions, and improved discretionary demand across global markets.

The Indian Navy will hold its commanders’ conference in New Delhi from April 14–16 to review implications of the West Asia crisis on energy security and operational readiness. Led by Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, discussions will focus on maritime strategy, technology, and Indo-Pacific security

In Bihar, JD(U) leader Sanjay Kumar Jha said the process for forming a new government will begin after April 13, following political developments involving Chief Minister Nitish Kumar. The BJP is expected to play a key role in selecting the next chief minister

The 2026 West Bengal Assembly election battle is intensifying in about 65–70 closely contested seats where voter list revisions have removed over 90 lakh names, potentially reshaping outcomes in key constituencies like Nandigram, Bhabanipur, and districts such as Murshidabad and North 24 Parganas

Legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle passed away at 92 in Mumbai. Known for her unmatched versatility and a career spanning over eight decades with more than 12,000 songs, she leaves behind an unparalleled musical legacy that shaped generations

A case has been registered in Uttar Pradesh’s Bhadohi district against a husband and in-laws for allegedly killing a woman’s unborn children twice during pregnancies over dowry demands. Police said an investigation is underway and the accused are absconding