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Oil prices fell sharply below USD 100 while global markets rallied after the US and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire, reopening the Strait of Hormuz and easing tensions despite continued sporadic attacks across the region

Rajasthan Royals defeated Mumbai Indians by 27 runs in a rain-curtailed IPL clash at Guwahati. Jaiswal’s unbeaten 77 and Sooryavanshi’s fiery 39 powered Royals to 150, before their bowlers restricted MI to 123 for nine

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi criticised US President Donald Trump’s remarks that “a whole civilization will die” if Iran fails to meet his deadline for reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Gandhi asserted that nuclear weapons can never be justified under any circumstances.

The Delhi High Court directed the Union of India to review all NSF applications afresh, giving AIPA a fair chance in its bid for recognition as India’s pickleball federation. The case highlights transparency issues in sports governance

Yashasvi Jaiswal’s unbeaten 77 off 32 balls and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s fiery 39 powered Rajasthan Royals to 150/3 in a rain-curtailed 11-over IPL 2026 clash against Mumbai Indians at Guwahati, with Allah Ghazanfar taking two wickets

Rising tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan’s Taliban risk strengthening militant networks instead of eliminating them

Inconsistent EV and trade policies are creating uncertainty, forcing potential buyers to defer their plans

The Assam Police have registered a case against Congress leader Pawan Khera on charges of forgery, defamation, and criminal conspiracy following allegations made against Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma’s family.

Delhi Capitals, led by KL Rahul, aim for a third straight win in IPL 2026 against Gujarat Titans. Sameer Rizvi’s batting form and disciplined bowling have boosted Delhi, while Gujarat seek revival with Shubman Gill’s return and Rashid Khan’s consistency

The Mumbai Cricket Association will unveil the Ravi Shastri Stand and dedicate stadium gates to Dilip Sardesai, Eknath Solkar and Diana Edulji at Wankhede Stadium on April 9, honouring their contributions to Mumbai and Indian cricket

Devdutt Padikkal has emerged as a key player for RCB in IPL 2026, scoring quick runs and showing maturity. He credits past failures for motivating him to work harder, with Dinesh Karthik praising his evolution as a complete T20 batter

The Indian women’s hockey team will tour Argentina from April 13 to 17 for a four-match series at CeNARD, Buenos Aires. The tour offers vital match practice ahead of the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 and Asian Games

India reached the finals of the Asian Boxing Championships 2026 with eight boxers qualifying — six women and two men. Minakshi, Jaismine, Vishvanath Suresh and Sachin led the charge, while Preeti, Priya and Arundhati Choudhary also booked title clashes

Amid escalating tensions in West Asia following a US ultimatum to Tehran, India advised its nationals in Iran to remain indoors and stay where they are for the next 48 hours, avoiding military installations and upper floors of buildings.

The BJP has lodged a complaint with Karnataka DGP M.A. Saleem demanding the arrest of Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge over his alleged provocative remarks during an election rally in Assam.

Campbell Wilson has been under fire since June 12 last year following the crash of London-bound flight shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad, which killed 241 of the 242 people on board. He has also faced criticism over regulatory lapses

The strategic sale of IDBI Bank has reached the technical evaluation stage after bids from Fairfax and Emirates NBD fell below the reserve price. The government and LIC jointly hold 94.71% of the bank and aim to sell 60.72%.

TVK chief Vijay and his party candidates have cleared nomination scrutiny for Tamil Nadu Assembly polls. While PMK and DMK raised objections, returning officers accepted their papers. Over 7,000 candidates filed nominations ahead of April 23 elections.

Viral images of a pink-painted elephant from a Jaipur photoshoot have sparked online outrage following the animal’s death. Despite the photographer’s clarification, the incident has reignited debates on animal ethics, digital alternatives and responsibility in content creation.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah said change is certain in West Bengal and promised to deport infiltrators if BJP wins. He criticised Congress over CAA, alleged support for illegal immigrants, and highlighted development projects in Assam’s Barak Valley.

AI-generated influencers such as Naina Avtr and Kyra are gaining popularity on Instagram in India. With flawless visuals and brand-friendly consistency, these digital personas are redefining content creation, raising questions about authenticity and changing how audiences engage with influencers.

Campbell Wilson has resigned as CEO and MD of Air India, with a successor search underway. Chairman N. Chandrasekaran praised his leadership during the airline’s transformation after privatisation

Air India has revised fuel surcharges for domestic and international flights due to rising jet fuel prices. Domestic fares will follow a distance-based structure, while international routes see steeper hikes, reflecting global fuel cost pressures on airlines

Louvre Abu Dhabi has invited proposals for the 6th ‘Art Here’ exhibition, curated by Kamini Sawhney. The 2026 edition will include Indian and GCC artists, exploring shared cultural histories under the theme “Confluences”