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Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un signed a friendship and cooperation treaty in Pyongyang, strengthening bilateral ties, voicing solidarity against Western pressure, and emphasizing collaboration to protect sovereignty amid global geopolitical tensions
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On Bangladesh’s 56th Independence Day, the Awami League reaffirmed its commitment to the 1971 Liberation War principles, democratic values, and economic emancipation, paying tribute to Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and condemning attacks undermining national symbols and freedom fighters
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Director Abhishek Nama’s mythological action drama Nagabandham, starring Virat Karrna, is set for a worldwide release on July 3, 2026. The pan-Indian film explores Vishnu temple mysteries with an ensemble cast and multi-language rollout
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Kerala police registered a case against X Corp and a user for circulating an AI-generated video allegedly defaming the PM and Election Commission of India. Investigation is ongoing under cybercrime and IT laws
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Juries in Los Angeles and New Mexico held Meta and YouTube liable for harms to children, including mental health issues and sexual exploitation. Experts say the verdicts signal growing accountability for Big Tech and could reshape social media regulation globally
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The Intelligence Bureau has warned of a charity scam exploiting the Iran war, targeting mainly the Shia community in Jammu and Kashmir. Fake fundraisers have collected crores, possibly financing personal gains and anti-national activities
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In Hyderabad, police took several unemployed youths into preventive custody ahead of a ‘Chalo Assembly’ protest over delayed recruitment notifications. They demand 2 lakh promised jobs, a job calendar, and Rs 4,000 monthly financial support
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A private bus from Jagtial collided with a tipper near Rayavaram, killing at least 10 passengers, mostly laborers, and leaving several others injured. The bus was traveling from Nirmal to Vinjamuru
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India’s CO2 emissions rose just 0.7% in 2025, the slowest in over two decades, driven by falling power-sector emissions and reduced coal and oil consumption. Clean-energy growth, especially solar and wind, offset fossil-fuel use despite planned industrial expansions
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Amid rising tensions, Iran allowed ships from friendly nations, including India, to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, while restricting adversaries, asserting control over the crucial global oil transit route
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A gunfight between Indian Army forces and suspected militants broke out in Bishnupur district after insurgents opened fire on a post. Security forces retaliated, and a joint search operation was launched, with authorities monitoring the situation and urging calm among civilians
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In Nizamabad, police booked unidentified persons for allegedly poisoning stray dogs amid claims that nearly 1,000 were killed over months. Animal rights activists demanded investigation, post-mortems, and strict action, alleging involvement of local authorities and rising incidents of missing dogs
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Residents in Hyderabad faced fuel disruptions as several stations stayed shut overnight despite stock availability, reopening late morning. Long queues formed while auto drivers protested LPG shortages, citing hours of waiting, limited supply, and operational restrictions across multiple areas
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Vivek Agnihotri announced 'Operation Sindoor', a film with Bhushan Kumar based on KJS Dhillon’s book, depicting India’s covert strikes after the Pahalgam terror attack and subsequent military operations
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Fugitive businessman Vijay Mallya reacted to Royal Challengers Bangalore’s nearly $2 billion sale, defending his original investment and calling it gratifying. He congratulated new owners, recalling early criticism while highlighting the franchise’s massive value growth over time
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At least 13 passengers were burnt to death and 22 injured after a private bus collided with a tipper truck and caught fire in Andhra Pradesh’s Markapuram district early Thursday. The State government announced Rs 5 lakh ex-gratia for families of the deceased and Rs 2 lakh for the injured
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Aditya Dhar denied AI-manipulated images showing Ranveer Singh smoking in a turban in Dhurandhar: The Revenge, calling them false and malicious, urging audiences to trust official content amid controversy and police complaints involving Sikh sentiments
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India’s navigation system NavIC faces a setback after atomic clock failure on IRNSS-1F, leaving limited satellites operational. Experts warn reliance on foreign systems could pose serious security risks, especially during conflicts and strategic operations
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Andhra Pradesh Police arrested 12 suspects in a multi-state operation over alleged terror links to AQIS and ISIS. Three from Vijayawada were accused of radicalisation, coordinating with foreign handlers, and expanding extremist networks through social media
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Fuel panic buying led to long queues and shortages across Adilabad and nearby districts, with many stations running dry. Officials attributed the crisis to increased demand amid West Asia tensions and said steps are underway to stabilise supplies
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The Telangana High Court issued notices to seven defecting MLAs and Speaker Gaddam Prasad Kumar over dismissal of disqualification pleas filed by Bharat Rashtra Samithi. The case, linked to anti-defection law, is posted for April 16
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A Sikh group filed a complaint in Mumbai against Ranveer Singh and makers of Dhurandhar: The Revenge for allegedly hurting religious sentiments over a poster. Police are probing; no FIR registered yet
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Protests by Students Federation of India and All India Students Federation near the Telangana Assembly led to detentions as activists demanded release of scholarships, fee dues, increased education budget and opposed NEP implementation amid clashes with police
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KT Rama Rao urged the Telangana government to waive electricity arrears for Sircilla powerloom units, warning of deepening crisis. He sought subsidies and financial aid to protect weavers’ livelihoods amid mounting dues and industry distress
