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S Jaishankar met Ecuador’s FM Gabriela Sommerfeld to boost cooperation in trade, agriculture, health, and digital sectors. India welcomed Ecuador’s participation in global initiatives like ISRO Solar Alliance and strengthened bilateral development and diplomatic ties

US President Donald Trump faces a May 1 deadline under the 1973 War Powers Resolution over the Iran war, requiring congressional approval or troop withdrawal. Growing political opposition and legal uncertainty heighten tensions over presidential war authority

Mamata Banerjee and Suvendu Adhikari traded barbs near a Bhabanipur polling booth during West Bengal elections, alleging rigging and intimidation. High-stakes voting across 142 constituencies underscores intense rivalry between TMC and BJP

Filmmaker David Dhawan’s classic comedies will be re-released by PVR INOX in a special festival. Celebrating his legacy, the event revisits iconic hits ahead of his new film release

Elon Musk testified against OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman, alleging a shift from nonprofit goals to profit-driven motives. The case could impact AI governance, philanthropy norms, and competition in the global artificial intelligence sector

FIFA President Gianni Infantino praised Narendra Modi after he played football with children in Sikkim. Infantino highlighted football’s unifying power, while Modi called the session energising, reflecting the sport’s strong popularity across India’s northeastern states

Asian stocks mostly rose on Wednesday despite Wall Street losses, while oil slipped after UAE announced exit from OPEC. Investors tracked US-Iran tensions, Fed decision, and earnings. Regional indexes were mixed, with Hong Kong leading gains and Australia, Taiwan declining slightly

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth faces lawmakers over the Iran war, defence budget, and military leadership shake-ups. Democrats question costs and legality, while Republicans weigh support. Rising tensions, Strait of Hormuz disruption, and leadership firings add pressure

A man allegedly beheaded his wife in Meerpet, Hyderabad, over suspicion. The accused attacked her at their residence, police said. A case has been registered, and investigation is underway as authorities search for the suspect following the shocking incident

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee alleged assault by Central Reserve Police Force and accused Bharatiya Janata Party of poll rigging as tensions, violence claims, and heavy security marked second-phase voting across 142 constituencies in Kolkata and districts

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple, performed rituals, and will inaugurate the Ganga Expressway in Hardoi, a 594-km corridor aimed at boosting connectivity, economy, logistics, tourism, and regional development across Uttar Pradesh

Kolkata voting saw BJP leaders including Mithun Chakraborty express hopes of 90 percent turnout, while candidates raised EVM concerns, violence allegations, and appeals for participation. Abhaya’s mother entered polls seeking justice as voting covered 142 constituencies across six districts statewide

Bids for the northern stretch of Regional Ring Road (Hyderabad) close on April 29, with delays and uncertainty persisting. The Rs 8,535 crore project under NHAI faces design changes, land acquisition funding issues, and pending approval for the southern alignment

A 22-year-old MTech student, Soham Haldar, was found dead in his hostel room at IIT Kharagpur, marking the campus's second suicide in ten days. While police investigate the tragedy, the incident highlights a concerning trend of student suicides at the institute

Keir Starmer faces parliamentary scrutiny over the appointment of Peter Mandelson as US ambassador amid security concerns and alleged pressure on vetting processes. The controversy has triggered calls for investigation and renewed political pressure on the UK leader

India’s peak electricity demand hit 255.85 GW, nearing record highs due to severe heatwave conditions increasing air conditioner usage. The Ministry of Power reports rising consumption, with demand expected to approach 270 GW amid continued extreme summer temperatures   India’s peak electricity demand hit 255.85 GW, nearing record highs due to severe heatwave conditions increasing air conditioner usage. The Ministry of Power reports rising consumption, with demand expected to approach 270 GW amid continued extreme summer temperatures 

The Centre informed the Supreme Court about a multi-agency crackdown on “digital arrest” scams, including banning 9,400 WhatsApp accounts, faster SIM blocking, RBI safeguards, and biometric verification plans led by Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre to curb online fraud

Preity Zinta expressed discomfort with intrusive paparazzi culture, calling it “scary” and emphasizing boundaries around privacy, especially for her children. In a social media AMA, she highlighted balancing fame with personal space while preparing for film Lahore 1947

Deployment of IPS officer Ajay Pal Sharma as election observer in West Bengal sparked political controversy, with SP alleging bias toward BJP. Tensions escalated after his actions in Falta constituency and accusations of misuse of authority ahead of elections

Gold and silver prices fell up to 2% on the Multi Commodity Exchange amid US-Iran tensions and rising crude oil prices above $110. Weak global cues and profit booking pushed both metals lower despite strong long-term returns

Mumbai police arrested 31-year-old Zaib Zuber Ansari for stabbing two security guards after allegedly forcing them to recite "Kalma." Investigated by the ATS as a potential "lone wolf" attack, preliminary evidence suggests the suspect was radicalized by online extremist content

A 24-year-old man was booked by Jubilee Hills Police Station for allegedly cheating a woman from Kolkata after promising marriage in a live-in relationship. He reportedly absconded, and police are now searching for him following her complaint

 A 19-year-old mining engineering student, Vinesh, died after setting himself ablaze at Osmania University. Reportedly distressed over a failed relationship, he succumbed to severe burn injuries at Gandhi Hospital. Police recovered a suicide note and are currently investigating the tragic incident 

Narendra Modi launched Rs 4,000 crore projects in Sikkim, boosting infrastructure, healthcare, and connectivity. Highlighting Northeast as “Ashtalakshmi,” he emphasised tourism, railway expansion, and development initiatives to strengthen regional growth and integration with the rest of India