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The Indian National Congress has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to convene an all-party meeting to implement the women’s quota law from 2029 using the current Lok Sabha strength, opposing delimitation-linked expansion and demanding immediate legislative action

In the unusual urgency to expand the Lok Sabha from 543 to 850 seats as a prerequisite for implementing 33% women's reservation, India appears to have forgotten its own remarkable success stories in achieving exactly this goal, at other levels of government, without adding a single seat.

The Vahan Portal rollout in Telangana faced initial technical issues but is now stabilising, with over 59,000 temporary registrations completed. Authorities are working to clear pending cases and expand services as part of efforts to digitise transport operations.

India’s women’s team put up a spirited fight but lost 0-5 to defending champions China in the Thomas and Uber Cup 2026. PV Sindhu and others showed promise, but China dominated the Group A clash in Denmark.

The Enforcement Directorate has provisionally attached assets worth ₹3,034 crore linked to Reliance Anil Ambani Group firms, including Reliance Communications and Reliance Infrastructure, in an ongoing money laundering probe under the PMLA, bringing total attachments to Rs 19,344 crore

The Directorate of Government Examinations has made arrangements to release the results at 2 pm. The results can be accessed via the website https://bse.telangana.gov.in/

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

  Telangana is reeling under an intense heatwave, with Adilabad hitting 45.3°C and nearby districts like Nizamabad and Ramagundam also crossing 43°C. Hyderabad recorded up to 41.4°C, prompting IMD alerts as widespread heat stress continues across the state.

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

Salim Dola, aide of Dawood Ibrahim, was deported to India after arrest in Istanbul, marking a major crackdown on transnational drug networks. Agencies will probe his alleged ₹5,000 crore narcotics empire and links to national security threats 

Manish Sisodia joined Arvind Kejriwal in invoking Mahatma Gandhi’s Satyagraha, refusing participation in Delhi liquor policy case proceedings, citing concerns over judicial fairness while maintaining faith in the judiciary and constitutional principles 

A high-speed car crash on National Highway 16 near Perapuram killed four people and injured two. Police say overspeeding caused the vehicle to hit pedestrians and stationary lorries, highlighting concerns over reckless driving and road safety

India’s Oil India Limited and Indian Oil Corporation Limited, with partners, discovered oil and gas in Libya’s Ghadames Basin, boosting India’s global energy footprint and supporting efforts to strengthen energy security and reduce crude import dependence

Nayanthara shared a heartfelt birthday wish for Samantha Ruth Prabhu as the latter celebrates her special day. Meanwhile, Samantha gears up for the release of Maa Inti Bangaaram, highlighting her action-packed role