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Supreme Court of India refused to quash the CBI FIR against Lalu Prasad Yadav in the land-for-jobs case, granting him exemption from court appearance while allowing legal challenge under the Prevention of Corruption Act
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Supreme Court of India sought responses from Centre and states on a PIL seeking full implementation of Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009 and National Education Policy 2020, including pre-primary education coverage
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Narendra Modi congratulated Peter Magyar after his Tisza Party won Hungary’s elections, ending Viktor Orbán’s long rule and signalling a new phase in India-Hungary relations
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The rupee weakened by 49 paise against the US dollar amid surging crude oil prices and geopolitical tensions linked to the Strait of Hormuz. Weak equities and a stronger dollar further pressured the domestic currency in early trade.
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Three people were killed in Kanpur after a man allegedly rammed his car into relatives chasing him amid a family dispute. The crash near Korwa village also injured four others, with police suspecting the act was deliberate
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Neetu Kapoor shared a nostalgic photo with late husband Rishi Kapoor on their 47th engagement anniversary. The post recalled their iconic marriage and family moments, while Karisma Kapoor revealed a wedding-day anecdote
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Experts have criticised the delay in initiating repairs to barrages under the Kaleshwaram project, questioning the government’s response timeline after structural damage was reported, and raising concerns over the impact on farmers and irrigation infrastructure.
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A man allegedly killed his wife following a domestic dispute in Shamshabad. The couple, migrant workers from Odisha, were employed at a brick kiln. Police have taken the accused into custody and launched an investigation into the incident.
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Hyderabad is set to experience intensified dry heat this week, with temperatures nearing 40°C and rising further across Telangana. The IMD has ruled out thundershowers, warning of a gradual temperature increase over the next few days.
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India received the highest regressive tax advice from the International Monetary Fund, according to Oxfam, which flagged a “double standard” favouring wealthy nations and warned such policies could worsen inequality in developing economies
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Security forces recovered a large cache of explosives and bomb-making materials from the Dhekunpani forest along the Chhattisgarh-Odisha border, thwarting a potential Naxal attack and intensifying operations in the region following the successful joint search mission.
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Gold and silver prices fell sharply in Mumbai trade as the Strait of Hormuz blockade announcement and rising tensions dented sentiment. Weak global cues and risk-off mood pushed bullion lower, with MCX and COMEX metals showing further downside pressure
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Gold and silver prices declined up to 2 per cent on MCX amid rising geopolitical tensions after the US announced a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Weak global cues and risk-off sentiment also dragged equities and the rupee lower.
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Ileana D’Cruz shared her love for pineapple and pepperoni pizza on Instagram, calling it an “unpopular opinion”. The actor also gave glimpses of her recent beach memories and reflected on her happiest moments by the sea.
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President Droupadi Murmu and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh paid tribute to victims of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre on its 107th anniversary, recalling the tragedy as a turning point that strengthened India’s resolve for independence.
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Jannik Sinner defeated Carlos Alcaraz in straight sets to win the Monte Carlo Masters, completing a hat-trick of ATP Masters 1000 titles this season and reclaiming the World No. 1 ranking after a dominant run on tour.
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A Hyderabad devotee donated over Rs 1 crore to Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams’ Sri Venkateswara Pranadana Trust in Tirupati, supporting free treatment for critical illnesses at the Sri Venkateswara Temple
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Devotees thronged Haridwar for Baisakhi Snan, taking holy dips in the Ganga River amid tight security. The spiritually charged atmosphere at Har Ki Pauri reflected deep faith, devotion, and cultural unity
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The US announced a blockade of Iranian ports after failed talks, escalating tensions while avoiding a full Strait of Hormuz shutdown. Iran threatened retaliation as oil prices surged and global shipping slowed, raising fears of wider conflict and prolonged instability
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Security forces killed top female Naxalite leader Rupi in Chhattisgarh’s Kanker, marking a major blow to Left-Wing Extremism. Officials say she was the last senior cadre in Bastar, highlighting significant progress toward the Centre’s goal of eliminating Naxalism nationwide
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US-led talks with Iran failed to secure peace but built goodwill, raising hopes for future agreement. Washington believes pressure tactics, including a Hormuz blockade, may push Tehran to accept terms, despite disagreements over nuclear ambitions and perceived negotiating leverage
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Mumbai markets plunged sharply in early Monday trade as failed US-Iran talks and rising geopolitical tensions triggered a spike in crude oil prices, denting investor sentiment. Sensex and Nifty dropped heavily, with broad-based losses across sectors amid global risk-off mood
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Three members of a family including an infant and a police constable died in separate road accidents in Vikarabad on Monday morning.
