-
First LNG shipment since the West Asia conflict appears to have crossed the Strait of Hormuz, signalling easing tensions. The tanker Mubaraz heads toward China, raising cautious optimism for global energy flows despite ongoing US-Iran geopolitical uncertainty
-
Hyderabad will face intense heat on Tuesday with temperatures reaching 41°C and warm nights. Evening may bring partial cloud cover, light rain, and thunderstorms with gusty winds, offering brief relief but potentially disrupting travel and outdoor activities across the city
-
Narendra Modi played football with youngsters in Gangtok, highlighting youth engagement during his visit marking Sikkim’s 50th statehood anniversary, alongside cultural events, interactions with achievers, and inauguration of major infrastructure, education and healthcare projects
-
Mumbai markets opened lower as Sensex and Nifty slipped amid rising oil prices and foreign outflows. Weak global cues, inflation concerns, and cautious sentiment weighed on investors, despite selective gains, while domestic support remained limited and volatility persisted through session
-
Director David Frankel considered secretly bringing Adrian Grenier back as Nate for a cameo in The Devil Wears Prada sequel, but production timing prevented it. The film reunites original cast as Andy returns to Runway amid industry and business challenges
-
Donald Trump survived another assassination attempt, highlighting dangers faced by US presidents. He has faced three attempts. Historically, presidents including Abraham Lincoln, John F. Kennedy, Ronald Reagan, James Garfield, and William McKinley were killed or attacked in politically violent incidents
-
Charminar Express was halted at Aler station in Telangana after smoke and sparks were seen from a wheel due to brake binding in an S5 coach. The issue was quickly controlled by railway staff, and the train resumed safely without casualties
-
A Rs 7.31 crore fraud was exposed at Canara Bank’s Jalna branch involving stolen gold loan ornaments replaced with fake jewellery. Two arrests were made, with staff and a gold appraiser accused of fraud, negligence, and conspiracy under investigation
-
Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the Beating Retreat ceremony in Mann Ki Baat, highlighting its cultural transformation, digital preservation, and growing Indian musical influence. noted enhanced Armed Forces performances, indigenous themes, OTT availability, and immersive archives celebrating Republic Day traditions
-
Blackbuck have returned to Chhattisgarh’s plains after local extinction, thanks to a five-year revival program in Barnawapara Wildlife Sanctuary using translocation and habitat management. PM Modi praised wildlife conservation successes including Great Indian Bustard breeding and community-led human-elephant conflict mitigation
-
Grok AI’s viral response to a hypothetical political preference question on X sparked debate, appearing to favour data-led governance under PM Narendra Modi over Congress’ dynastic politics, highlighting development metrics like infrastructure, Digital India, UPI growth, and economic rise, igniting the “data over dynasties” discussion
-
Narendra Modi hailed the Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor at Kalpakkam achieving criticality as a historic milestone. The indigenously built reactor boosts India’s nuclear programme and long-term energy security through advanced fuel generation technology
-
A suspect breached outer security at the White House Correspondents' Dinner at Washington Hilton by posing as a guest. Authorities said layered security worked, but the incident raised concerns over protection at high-profile political events
-
Abhilasha Abhinav was transferred as district Collector and replaced by Bhavesh Mishra. Administrative reshuffle also saw changes in ITDA Utnoor, with new postings aimed at strengthening governance and development administration across departments
-
A Hyderabad businessman was booked after allegedly behaving indecently with an air hostess on a flight. He reportedly took her photos without consent and acted inappropriately when confronted. Police at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport detained him after landing
-
Narendra Modi expressed relief after a security scare at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, where Donald Trump and top leaders were unharmed. He condemned violence, stressing it has no place in democracy
-
A Swiss International Air Lines Zurich-bound flight aborted takeoff at New Delhi airport due to an engine issue. All passengers were evacuated safely, with six undergoing medical evaluation. Emergency response was activated, and technical teams will inspect the aircraft
-
Renowned Indian photographer Raghu Rai died at 83 in New Delhi after battling cancer. Known for documenting India’s socio-political landscape, he captured historic events and iconic personalities, leaving behind an extraordinary visual legacy spanning over six decades
-
Three people were injured after a speeding TGRTC bus rammed into a water tanker on Janwada Road near Mookila, Hyderabad outskirts. The driver was rescued from the cabin, victims hospitalized, traffic disrupted briefly, and authorities are investigating the cause
-
Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge defended Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar’s Delhi visit, dismissing leadership speculation within Congress. He said meetings with Union ministers are routine, rejected rumours of political upheaval, and criticised BJP over “Operation Lotus” allegations and media silence
-
Supreme Court of India appointed former judge Hrishikesh Roy as ombudsman of the Bihar Cricket Association after Justice Abhay S Oka declined the role. The court continues monitoring governance issues and will hear related reports and matters in May
-
India Meteorological Department issued heatwave advisories as temperatures touched 44.5°C, urging precautions like hydration and avoiding sun exposure. It warned of worsening heat conditions across multiple regions, stressing protection for vulnerable groups and preventive action against heat-related illnesses
-
Supreme Court of India directed states and UTs to draft practical ICU implementation plans based on standard guidelines, prioritising essential resources, training, and compliance. It also asked nursing and paramedical bodies to enhance training, with a final blueprint due within three weeks
-
Ranveer Singh sought to quash an FIR over alleged insult to ‘Chavunda Daiva’ as the Karnataka High Court questioned ambiguity in his apology affidavit. The court indicated it may admonish him while deciding the matter amid objections
