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Army Public School, Golconda, achieved a 100% pass rate in CBSE Class X exams. Many students scored above 90%, with Noelle Singh Thakur topping the school. The success highlights the school’s strong focus on quality education and overall development.

Christian Stocker praised India as a reliable global partner, highlighting its strong international influence. Alongside Narendra Modi, he stressed diplomacy, trade growth, and deeper cooperation in technology, security, and defence ties.

Amir Hamza, co-founder of Lashkar-e-Taiba, was injured in a gun attack in Lahore. Unidentified attackers opened fire on a car carrying him and a TV host. Police are investigating the incident, while political groups have condemned the attack.

Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty ended slightly lower after retreating from intra-day highs due to selling in banking and auto stocks. Investors remained cautious ahead of US-Iran talks, while broader markets outperformed and the rupee strengthened

Workers of the Cement Corporation of India unit in Adilabad are worried after the Union government invited tenders to sell machinery as scrap. They fear the move signals closure, ending hopes of revival and impacting livelihoods dependent on the factory.

Doctors at Apollo Hospitals in Hyderabad successfully performed a complex Whole Lung Lavage procedure on a patient with a rare lung disease. The 10-hour treatment cleared protein buildup in the lungs, helping improve breathing and overall condition.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the Women’s Reservation Bill will transform India’s politics by empowering women. The Lok Sabha approved its introduction after a division, with the Opposition demanding a recorded vote amid intense political debate in the House

Despite ambitious plans to develop Charminar like the Taj Mahal area, basic facilities such as seating are still missing. Visitors struggle daily, while locals and stakeholders question delays in the long-pending redevelopment project despite significant public spending.

Sanjay Raut accused the BJP-led Centre of pushing a “disguised” delimitation bill, asserting the Opposition will unite to block it. He said leaders like Uddhav Thackeray are coordinating to ensure MPs’ presence and defeat the legislation.

Artisans of Telangana’s power utilities continued their strike despite warnings from TG TRANSCO and TG GENCO. Protesting at GTS Colony, they demanded employee conversion, wage implementation and service rule enforcement, even as authorities threatened termination and withdrew medical benefits.

A technical glitch disrupted HMWSSB’s customer care and water tanker booking services early Thursday. The issue, affecting the 155313 helpline, was fixed by afternoon with BSNL’s help, and services resumed, with customers again able to book tankers and lodge complaints.

The Railway Ministry has approved new and extended train services between Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, including Charlapalli–Narasapur and Narsapur–Tirupati weekly expresses, along with the extension of the Indore Humsafar Express and increased frequency of the Kakinada Town Express.

Sara Ali Khan enjoyed a peaceful solo mountain getaway, sharing moments with locals and nature. Meanwhile, she prepares for her upcoming film Pati Patni Aur Woh Do, co-starring Ayushmann Khurrana and others, set for theatrical release soon.

Kaara Technologies has launched Kaara Code, an AI-based platform that helps companies build software faster and more efficiently. It focuses on the full development process, solving delays in testing, integration, and coordination, not just speeding up coding.

Equity-oriented mutual funds recorded a 17.38 per cent rise in average AUM in March, led by strong inflows into flexi cap, mid cap and thematic funds. Investors showed a clear preference for flexible strategies amid evolving market conditions

Maruti Suzuki India’s market share fell to a 13-year low in FY26, marking a third year of decline. Weak performance in the utility vehicle segment and slowing growth in small cars impacted its position despite new model launches

Mahesh Babu released the teaser of Srinivasa Mangapuram, directed by Ajay Bhupathi, marking the debut of his nephew Jaya Krishna Ghattamaneni. The film, set in Tirupati, blends romance and action, generating strong buzz among fans.

Indian households hold a significant share of global gold, with demand remaining strong despite price fluctuations, a report said. Structural factors, global policy shifts and investment trends continue to support gold as a preferred long-term asset ahead of Akshaya Tritiya

A major fire gutted Sri Ganga Bhavani Oil Mill in Sadasivapet, Sangareddy district, destroying oil, oil seeds and machinery worth around Rs 1 crore. The blaze, suspected to have been caused by a short circuit, was controlled after two hours.

BRS is set for a major show of strength in Jagtial on April 20, where party chief K. Chandrashekar Rao will address a public meeting after a long gap. The event also marks senior leader T. Jeevan Reddy’s induction.

A woman allegedly attempted suicide by consuming pesticide during a government programme in Suryapet, claiming injustice in Indiramma house allotment. She was immediately shifted to hospital. The incident triggered shock among officials and calls for an inquiry.

Actor Sundeep Kishan’s upcoming film with director Krishna Chaitanya has been titled Power Peta. The title was unveiled as the actor completed 16 years in cinema. The film promises a gritty narrative with a strong technical team backing it.

PUMA India has launched the #RCBEverywhere campaign with RCB stars Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar and Krunal Pandya, urging fans to wear the team jersey beyond stadiums. The initiative celebrates fan culture and strengthens brand engagement through everyday visibility.

The Lok Sabha witnessed heated exchanges as the government introduced key constitutional and delimitation bills, sparking strong opposition from multiple parties. The debate centred on federal structure concerns, women’s reservation implementation, and procedural objections during the special Parliament sitting.