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India and South Korea discussed reviving CEPA upgrade talks to boost trade cooperation in green energy, digital trade, and industry. Piyush Goyal highlighted stronger economic ties during meetings linked to President Lee Jae Myung’s visit
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The Supreme Court of India issued notice on a PIL seeking a ban on election freebies, terming them “bribery.” The plea involves the Election Commission of India and Comptroller and Auditor General of India over electoral fairness concerns
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Himanta Biswa Sarma claimed the Bharatiya Janata Party will form government in West Bengal with “100% certainty” ahead of Assembly elections. He also criticised opposition parties amid debates over women’s reservation legislation and election reforms
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The Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGB) 2020–21 Series VII has opened early redemption, offering over 200% returns as gold prices surge. The Reserve Bank of India fixed payout at ₹15,254 per unit for eligible investors
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The Char Dham Yatra has begun with the opening of Yamunotri and Gangotri, following a traditional clockwise route. Devotees embark on a spiritually significant journey through Kedarnath and Badrinath, with lakhs registering this year
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Keir Starmer faces mounting pressure over Peter Mandelson’s controversial ambassadorial appointment despite security concerns, sparking calls for resignation and political backlash in United Kingdom amid allegations linked to Jeffrey Epstein
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Tensions between the United States and Iran escalated after a seized cargo ship and naval clashes, casting doubt on peace talks in Islamabad, despite ongoing regional diplomatic efforts to resume negotiations
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Indian National Congress criticised Narendra Modi’s foreign policy, calling Pakistan’s growing role in US-Iran talks and Asim Munir’s closeness to Donald Trump a major diplomatic setback for India
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Kim Jong-un supervised North Korea’s test of Hwasong-11 ballistic missiles with cluster bomb warheads, showcasing enhanced strike capability. South Korea condemned the launch as a UN sanctions violation, raising regional security concerns
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Elon Musk was summoned in Paris over alleged misconduct on X, including deepfakes and child abuse content. French investigators are probing compliance, while tensions rise with US authorities over the ongoing investigation
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Lee Jae Myung received a ceremonial welcome in New Delhi, meeting Narendra Modi and Droupadi Murmu to strengthen India–South Korea ties across trade, technology, and strategic cooperation during his three-day state visit
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Director Atlee and Priya Atlee welcomed a baby girl, their second child, sharing the news on social media. Meanwhile, Atlee continues work on ‘Raaka’ starring Allu Arjun and Deepika Padukone
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Global oil prices surged near $100 as West Asia tensions escalated, with Brent Crude and WTI Crude rising sharply after Iran’s Strait of Hormuz warning. Market volatility increased, dragging Indian indices lower despite mixed global equity performance trends
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Police in Malappuram registered a case after a Vishu poster showing Lord Krishna with non-vegetarian ‘kuzhi mandi’ surfaced online. Authorities are probing its creators, amid similar incidents sparking communal sensitivity and legal action under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita provisions
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Actor Ajith Kumar’s Ajith Kumar Racing secured second place in the 24H Series GT3 Pro-Am race at Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps, Belgium, marking another proud podium finish for India and continuing the team’s consistent success in international endurance racing events prestigious
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Pakistan plans to repay the remaining USD 1.5 billion of a USD 3.5 billion loan to the United Arab Emirates by April 23, aided by International Monetary Fund inflows and Saudi Arabia support, helping stabilise foreign exchange reserves
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Dinesh Trivedi is likely to be appointed India’s next High Commissioner to Bangladesh amid efforts to reset bilateral ties. Current envoy Pranay Verma has been named ambassador to Belgium and the EU, though no official announcement has been made yet
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IIT Gandhinagar has developed a hydrogel-based drug delivery technology that helps surgeons remove colorectal tumours more safely and precisely by lifting tissue during endoscopic surgery. The innovation has shown success in pre-clinical trials and may advance to human clinical testing
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A 48-year-old man in Kanpur allegedly drugged and killed his 11-year-old twin daughters before slitting their throats. Shashi Ranjan Mishra was arrested. Police cite possible mental distress, while investigations and forensic analysis are ongoing
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Konthoujam Govindas Singh said additional CAPF troops will return after elections in West Bengal and other states. He urged peace amid shutdown calls following ethnic violence and assured security, relief measures, and compensation for recent incidents
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Rajnath Singh said India does not provoke others but will firmly respond to attacks, referring to Operation Sindoor after the Pahalgam terror incident. Speaking in Tamil Nadu, he backed BJP ahead of April 23 Assembly polls
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The Char Dham Yatra began with the opening of Gangotri Temple and Yamunotri Temple on Akshaya Tritiya. CM Pushkar Singh Dhami assured smooth arrangements as new entry rules and restrictions sparked attention
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Darshan Kumar, younger brother of Gulshan Kumar, died at 70 in Delhi. Known for shaping T-Series, he played a key behind-the-scenes role. Tributes poured in, including from Mika Singh
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A 19-year-old woman was found dead with strangulation marks at her Delhi home, raising suspicion of murder. Police suspect her absconding husband, married three months ago. Forensic teams are probing, CCTV footage scanned, and SDM proceedings initiated
