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Allahabad High Court rebuked Uttar Pradesh authorities for limiting worshippers at a Sambhal mosque during Ramzan, saying officials must ensure peaceful prayers. The court told the Superintendent of Police and Collector to resign or seek transfer if unable to maintain law and order

Iran granted safe passage to Indian-flagged vessels through the Strait of Hormuz after talks between Narendra Modi and Masoud Pezeshkian, allowing LPG carriers and oil tankers to transit safely amid Gulf tensions, ensuring continuity in India’s crucial energy supply routes

Police registered a case after a Class 1 student in Bengaluru was allegedly forced to stand in the sun for two hours as punishment for arriving late at a private school in Yelahanka, prompting action under the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015

Five candidates, including Michelle Bachelet and Rafael Grossi, have been nominated to succeed António Guterres as UN secretary-general, with interactive candidate sessions beginning April 20, announced Annalena Baerbock, president of the United Nations General Assembly

Clashes erupted between supporters of Trinamool Congress and Bharatiya Janata Party in Kolkata before a rally by Narendra Modi at Brigade Parade Ground, injuring a police officer and a BJP leader as both sides traded allegations of stone-pelting and attacks

Surrendered CPI (Maoist) leader Thippiri Tirupati alias Devuji urged the government to lift the ban on Communist Party of India (Maoist) and recognise it as a political party, while demanding release of alleged “urban naxals” and signalling readiness to dissolve its armed wing

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi accused the US of hypocrisy, saying Washington pressured India to stop buying Russian oil but is now urging countries to purchase it after the recent conflict involving Iran, the US, and Israel escalated tensions across the Gulf region

Opposition MPs have moved notices in Parliament seeking removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, alleging partisan conduct and electoral irregularities. Over 190 MPs from various parties, including INDIA bloc members and independents, have backed the unprecedented move

Long queues were reported at an LPG distributor outlet in Mothkur, Yadadri Bhongir district, as domestic consumers faced difficulties obtaining cylinders. Residents alleged supply had been halted for four days, despite assurances from staff that there was no shortage

Prime Minister Narendra Modi discussed escalating West Asia tensions with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, stressing safety of Indians and energy supplies. Opposition leaders reacted with mixed views, welcoming dialogue but questioning India’s foreign policy approach and regional developments

Protests erupted in Shia-dominated areas of Kashmir against US-Israel strikes on Iran during the last Friday of Ramzan. Authorities imposed restrictions to prevent unrest and closed Srinagar’s Jamia Masjid, while demonstrations supporting Palestine remained peaceful

Opposition leaders urged the government and Lok Sabha Speaker to revoke the suspension of eight MPs, including seven Congress members and one CPI-M MP, suspended for unruly behaviour during the Budget Session. The government said it would review the matter after consultations

Directorate of Revenue Intelligence officials busted an illegal Alprazolam manufacturing unit in Andhra Pradesh under Operation White Hammer, seizing 237 kg drugs worth Rs 47 crore, chemicals and equipment. Two masterminds were arrested, exposing a large-scale clandestine pharmaceutical manufacturing operation

Indian National Congress shifted its Odisha MLAs to a resort in Bengaluru ahead of the Rajya Sabha elections amid fears of cross-voting after the Bharatiya Janata Party fielded a second candidate, intensifying political manoeuvring

India’s intelligence agencies have warned that Inter-Services Intelligence is intensifying honeytrap operations via social media to extract sensitive defence information. Officials say the network targets high-ranking personnel and aims to recruit agents within India for espionage activities

Imtiaz Ali unveiled the first look poster of his upcoming film Main Vaapas Aaunga, starring Diljit Dosanjh, Vedang Raina, Sharvari Wagh and Naseeruddin Shah. The romantic drama, with music by A. R. Rahman, is set for release on June 12, 2026

Narendra Modi congratulated Jose Antonio Kast on assuming office as President of Chile, expressing hope to deepen bilateral cooperation in trade, technology and energy while strengthening diplomatic ties between the two nations

The Supreme Court of India refused to hear a plea seeking mandatory menstrual leave nationwide, stating it is a policy matter for the government. A bench led by Surya Kant warned compulsory rules could unintentionally affect women’s employment opportunities

United States and India are nearing a critical minerals agreement to strengthen strategic cooperation and supply chains, said US Ambassador Sergio Gor. The deal aims to support advanced manufacturing, energy security and emerging technologies under expanding bilateral ties

The Supreme Court of India declined to hear a plea seeking action against alleged misinformation on the Tirumala Laddu controversy. The bench led by Surya Kant said a criminal investigation is already underway and evidence can be submitted to the probe agency

The Supreme Court of India took suo motu cognisance of illegal sand mining in the National Chambal Sanctuary, citing threats to endangered Gharial populations and other aquatic wildlife. The court sought directions from the Chief Justice over environmental concerns

Panic buying triggered a surge in LPG bookings across Telangana, disrupting distribution systems and delaying cylinder deliveries, distributors said. Authorities assured there is no supply shortage, while the state government scheduled a review meeting with oil companies to address operational issues

Aditya Dhar reflected on life lessons while celebrating his birthday, saying the past year taught him to believe in dreams and work with honesty. The filmmaker shared he is finalising his upcoming film Dhurandhar: The Revenge and thanked fans for their support

Pakistan carried out fresh airstrikes across several provinces in Afghanistan, including Kabul and Kandahar, killing civilians, the Taliban claimed. Spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid condemned the attacks as sovereignty violations, further escalating tensions along the volatile Afghanistan-Pakistan border