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Bulgaria held its eighth parliamentary election in five years after political instability and failed government formation. Voters will elect 240 lawmakers, following the resignation of PM Rosen Zhelyazkov amid protests over economic policies

Akshaya Tritiya is expected to generate over Rs 20,000 crore in gold and silver trade despite rising prices, with consumer behaviour shifting towards lightweight jewellery and alternative investments, even as overall consumption volume shows a decline

A 21-year-old engineering student died by suicide in Hayathnagar after allegedly being harassed by college staff over a ₹5,000 payment linked to attendance. Police have registered a case, and the family has blamed the college management for the incident.

Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi and Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw launched India’s first advanced 3D glass chip packaging unit in Bhubaneswar, aiming to boost semiconductor innovation, jobs, and position Odisha as a global electronics manufacturing hub

Chief Justice Surya Kant will deliver the D.P. Kohli Memorial Lecture on cybercrime challenges, highlighting policing and judicial roles. He will also launch ‘ABHAY’, an AI chatbot by the Central Bureau of Investigation to verify notices

Hyderabad Traffic Police have issued an advisory warning of congestion near Punjagutta due to sewerage pipeline works from April 19 to 25. Night-time road cutting is expected to affect movement between Ameerpet and Punjagutta, with diversions likely during work hours.

India plans to expand nuclear power capacity from 8.8 GW to 100 GW by 2047, said Ghanshyam Prasad. The roadmap includes reforms, private participation, and new technologies like SMRs to boost reliable, clean baseload energy

Hyderabad’s heatwave has sharply impacted Irani chai sales, with demand dropping by up to 40 per cent. Customers are shifting to cold beverages, while rising LPG costs and supply shortages add further financial pressure on small hotel businesses across the city.

Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan met Anura Kumara Dissanayake in Colombo, discussing housing projects, Cyclone Ditwah aid and fishermen issues. The visit aims to deepen India–Sri Lanka ties under the ‘Neighbourhood First’ policy

Stray dog attacks in Telangana’s Nagarkurnool and Hanamkonda districts have left several children injured, sparking concern among residents. Victims were shifted to hospitals, while locals allege inaction by civic authorities despite repeated complaints over the growing menace.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused the All India Trinamool Congress of appeasement, infiltration and neglect of tribals in West Bengal. He alleged corruption and “jungleraj”, positioning the BJP as a development-focused alternative ahead of state elections

The Election Commission of India ordered the transfer of IPS officer K.A. Senthil Velan, appointing Avinash Kumar as IG (Intelligence) ahead of Tamil Nadu polls. The move aims to ensure neutrality, transparency, and free, fair elections

Chief Minister Revanth Reddy’s meeting with Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla has triggered speculation over the pending MLC nomination of Mohd Azharuddin. With a constitutional deadline approaching, political observers believe the discussion focused on expediting the approval process.

Karnataka Deputy CM D. K. Shivakumar criticised the Centre over the Women’s Reservation Bill, alleging lack of consultation and poor timing. He claimed the Bill’s defeat was a democratic victory, warning delimitation could reduce South India’s representation

Death toll in the Vedanta power plant blast in Chhattisgarh’s Sakti district has risen to 24 after another worker died. The explosion, caused by boiler pressure from fuel accumulation, left several injured, with probes underway and negligence charges filed

Government may raise FDI limit in pension sector to 100 per cent, aligning with insurance sector reforms. A Bill amending the PFRDA Act is expected in upcoming Parliament session, separating NPS Trust from regulator to strengthen governance and investment inflows

Gulab Chand Kataria approved the Punjab sacrilege amendment law, making the Sri Guru Granth Sahib protection act stricter with life imprisonment and heavy fines for desecration. The move aims to deter sacrilege and preserve religious sanctity in Punjab

India’s aerospace and aviation sector is poised for significant growth, driven by manufacturing and advanced technologies. Experts at a global conference urged a shift towards design, MRO and innovation, while highlighting the need for supportive policy frameworks and global collaboration.

Fresh snowfall in Kashmir’s higher reaches, including Zojila Pass and Gurez Valley, along with rain in plains, lowered temperatures and forced closure of key routes like the Srinagar-Kargil and Mughal Road

Mumbai International Airport Limited fined AI Airport Services Limited ₹10 lakh after a detached dolly damaged a Gulf Air aircraft, causing operational disruption, financial losses, and reputational damage at the busy Mumbai airport

SRH bowling coach Varun Aaron praised Eshan Malinga as an underrated T20 bowler after his match-winning 3/29 against CSK. His spell helped SRH defend 194, with the coach highlighting his pace, yorkers and effectiveness in death overs.

Lenskart apologised after backlash over a grooming policy, issuing a new guide allowing religious symbols like bindi, hijab, and turban. Founder Peyush Bansal clarified the controversial document was outdated, reaffirming inclusivity and respect

Former Boath MLA Rathod Bapu Rao has quit the Congress and is likely to join Telangana Jagriti. The leader, who switched parties multiple times in recent years, is learnt to be unhappy after being sidelined within the Congress.

In the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone, wildlife thrives decades after the Chernobyl disaster. Rare Przewalski's horse and other species have rebounded, though radiation and war-related disturbances continue to pose ecological risks