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An Indian seafarer aboard the Iranian-held vessel Epaminondas is safe, officials confirmed, amid escalating Strait of Hormuz tensions involving ship seizures by Iran, with multiple Indian crew members across vessels being monitored by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways
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The White House said Donald Trump extended a Jones Act waiver by 90 days, easing shipping rules for foreign vessels transporting oil and gas amid post-Iran conflict disruptions, aiming to stabilize supply and energy prices
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The Ministry of Civil Aviation released DGCA FTO rankings showing improved pilot training standards, with Avyanna Aviation Pvt Ltd topping Category A, as India pushes transparency, safety, and expansion in aviation training under a national growth roadmap
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Arvind Kejriwal accused the Bharatiya Janata Party of betraying Punjab after reports that several Aam Aadmi Party Rajya Sabha MPs quit, with claims that most defectors would join BJP, intensifying political tensions
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Mamata Banerjee warned against “divisive forces” in the ongoing West Bengal polls, accusing opponents of trying to weaken the state from Delhi, and urged voters to defend identity, development, and democratic rights through their mandate
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The Supreme Court of India allowed the National Investigation Agency to file a charge sheet in the Malda judicial officers’ confinement case, while overseeing security concerns linked to West Bengal’s electoral roll revision process and ongoing investigation
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The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment will launch NMBA App 2.0 under the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan to enhance real-time monitoring, citizen engagement, and coordination for drug demand reduction across India through expanded digital tools and transparency features
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Several Rajya Sabha MPs reportedly quit the Aam Aadmi Party, with leaders like Raghav Chadha and others claiming a large faction may join the Bharatiya Janata Party, signalling major political churn within AAP’s parliamentary ranks
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Opposition MPs submitted a fresh Rajya Sabha notice seeking removal of Gyanesh Kumar, alleging biased enforcement of the Model Code, but earlier attempts were rejected for not meeting the constitutional threshold for removal
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The Supreme Court of India ordered an all-women SIT for a time-bound probe into a child rape-murder case in Ghaziabad, citing police lapses, and directed investigation into hospitals’ alleged denial of treatment and protection of witnesses
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India and the United States concluded three-day trade talks on April 23, with the Ministry of Commerce and Industry stating both sides agreed to stay engaged, advancing discussions on market access, digital trade, and a proposed bilateral trade agreement framework
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At a rally, Narendra Modi vowed strict action in the R.G. Kar case, targeting Trinamool Congress, and promised accountability, women’s safety, and jobs if Bharatiya Janata Party forms government in West Bengal
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Actor Rakesh Bedi denied viral claims of receiving a ₹1 crore bonus for Dhurandhar, clarifying via Instagram that no such payment was made and urging fans to treat unverified media reports with caution
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Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said Indian banks are prepared for tech risks but warned about threats from Anthropic’s Mythos AI, with Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology monitoring impacts and urging stronger safeguards
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The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting advised ZEE5 not to release Lawrence of Punjab, citing law-and-order concerns raised by Punjab Police, after a petition in the Punjab and Haryana High Court warned against glorifying gangster culture
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The Supreme Court of India declined to hear a plea by West Bengal poll officers over deleted voter names, directing them to appellate tribunals, while reaffirming that voting rights depend on successful appeals in disputes linked to electoral roll revisions
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The Supreme Court of India refused to stay a Jharkhand High Court order transferring a probe against Enforcement Directorate officials to the Central Bureau of Investigation, allowing the CBI to continue its investigation into assault allegations
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Analysts examine whether the Strait of Hormuz could again see US naval escorts like the 1980s “Tanker War.” Rising Iran-linked attacks and modern asymmetric warfare complicate security efforts despite potential US intervention to protect global oil shipping
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The Supreme Court of India refused to hear Indrani Mukerjea’s plea to travel abroad, directing her to approach the trial court. She is an accused in the high-profile Sheena Bora murder case under ongoing trial
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Uncertainty surrounds Masood Azhar as reports suggest declining health and internal dissent within Jaish-e-Mohammed. Cadres question his whereabouts while intelligence agencies say he is unwell but not critically ill, with leadership reportedly seeking succession plans
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China will send two giant pandas, Ping Ping and Fu Shuang, to Zoo Atlanta under a 10-year conservation deal. The move strengthens US–China “panda diplomacy” amid strained ties and upcoming high-level political engagement
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Salman Khan shared mahurat glimpses of “SVC63” with Nayanthara, directed by Vamshi Paidipally. The high-budget action film begins shooting and is slated for a grand Eid 2027 theatrical release
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Gold and silver prices declined nearly 1% on Multi Commodity Exchange amid global pressure. Strong US dollar, rising bond yields, and geopolitical tensions weighed on sentiment, while crude oil above $100 per barrel added inflation concerns
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Meta Platforms and Microsoft plan major job cuts and buyouts amid rising AI investments. Workforce reductions and restructuring aim to streamline operations while expanding data centres and infrastructure to support growing artificial intelligence initiatives globally
