-
Indian equity benchmarks Sensex and Nifty closed lower on Thursday as rising crude oil prices and escalating tensions between the United States and Iran weakened investor sentiment. Broader markets also declined, while IT and pharma stocks showed relative resilience amid volatility
-
Senior B Ashok, suspended for alleged media criticism during elections, accused the Left government of intolerance and misuse of service rules. He defended his actions, called the suspension unjust, and claimed bureaucratic independence was being undermined in Kerala
-
The 350th martyrdom anniversary of Guru Tegh Bahadur, along with anniversaries of Babuji Maharaj and Tukdoji Maharaj, was observed at Kanha Shanti Vanam, drawing over 30,000 participants, dignitaries, devotional music performances, and a guided group meditation session.
-
Rajnath Singh and Guido Crosetto held talks in New Delhi to deepen defence industrial cooperation, exchanged the 2026-27 Military Cooperation Plan, and discussed regional issues, signalling stronger India-Italy strategic and defence partnership
-
As more seniors live alone, doctors recommend keeping a geriatric healthcare kit with essentials like glucometers, oximeters, and glucose gels to manage emergencies such as low sugar, hypoxia, and high fever before reaching a hospital.
-
The Supreme Court of India deferred to May 8 the PIL hearing on alleged ₹73,000 crore fraud linked to Anil Ambani’s ADAG, seeking transparent probes by Central Bureau of Investigation and Enforcement Directorate amid fresh status reports
-
The Supreme Court of India directed the Allahabad High Court to urgently hear a 77-year-old cancer patient’s nine-year-pending pension plea, stressing timely justice and recognising pension as a vested right linked to livelihood under Article 21
-
AIMIM president Asaduddin Owaisi has urged the Centre to withdraw the additional Rs 10,000 charge imposed on Haj 2026 pilgrims, calling it exploitative and demanding a refund, citing the financial burden on pilgrims amid rising airfare costs.
-
Ashwini Vaishnaw flagged off a 20-coach Vande Bharat Express between Jammu and Srinagar, offering all-weather connectivity, boosting tourism and economy, and marking a milestone in the long-awaited rail link to Kashmir after decades of engineering challenges
-
India remains relatively insulated from the West Asia conflict due to strong domestic demand, policy buffers, and public investment, the Finance Ministry said, while warning of inflation, fiscal pressures, and wider trade deficits, with risks hinging on energy supply disruptions and global uncertainties
-
The Haj Committee of India has asked Haj 2026 pilgrims to deposit an additional ₹10,000 due to increased airfares driven by rising fuel costs and the Middle East crisis. The payment must be completed by May 15, 2026.
-
BRS has accused Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy of targeting opposition leaders in the phone tapping case, alleging pressure on officials, misuse of police machinery, and surveillance attempts, while demanding a fair and evidence-based investigation into the matter.
-
The Telangana government has appointed retiring DGP B. Shivadhar Reddy as State Security Advisor for three years. He will advise on law and order, internal security, and crime, with a monthly remuneration of Rs 2.25 lakh and additional official benefits.
-
Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Limited reported a 16 per cent rise in FY26 net profit to Rs 12,782 crore, driven by record cargo volumes and strong growth in logistics and marine businesses. The company also crossed the 500 MMT cargo handling milestone
-
Gold and silver prices rose on Thursday amid rising crude oil prices and growing tensions in West Asia. Gold crossed Rs 1.50 lakh on MCX during intra-day trade, while silver also gained strongly as investors reacted to global uncertainty and geopolitical developments
-
Travis Head praised Sunrisers Hyderabad’s strong run in the IPL, highlighting key contributions from Abhishek Sharma, Ishan and Heinrich Klaasen, while Dale Steyn lauded Klaasen’s consistency and ability to perform under pressure in crucial match situations.
-
Doctors at Osmania General Hospital performed a successful living donor liver transplant on a 22-month-old child suffering from Glycogen Storage Disease Type III. The surgery, conducted under the Aarogyasri scheme, involved the child’s father donating a portion of his liver
-
The Supreme Court of India reserved verdict on Pawan Khera’s plea against denial of anticipatory bail by Gauhati High Court, amid arguments on defamation versus forgery allegations linked to remarks on Himanta Biswa Sarma’s wife
-
A couple who struggled with infertility for over a decade welcomed twins after receiving free treatment at the State-run IVF facility at Gandhi Hospital. The couple had earlier undergone multiple unsuccessful fertility procedures at private clinics before approaching the government hospital
-
Musheerabad police registered a case against a Mallepally resident who allegedly purchased a stolen bike through an online portal and used it with another vehicle’s registration number. The fraud came to light after the original vehicle owner received traffic challans linked to the bike
-
Mallikarjun Kharge exuded confidence of Congress-led alliances securing majorities in Tamil Nadu and Kerala, while outperforming exit polls in Assam. He cited tough contests in Puducherry and West Bengal, alleging BJP intimidation, with results for five states due May 4
-
Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag has been fined 25 per cent of his match fee and given a demerit point for breaching the IPL Code of Conduct after being seen vaping in the dressing room during a match against Punjab Kings.
-
Cooperative leaders in Telangana have opposed the government’s move to dissolve elected PACS bodies and replace them with nominated ones, demanding immediate elections, restoration of autonomy, and adherence to democratic principles, citing farmer welfare and sector stability concerns.
-
The Supreme Court of India took suo motu cognisance of delays in NCLT resolution plan approvals, calling the situation “grim”. It flagged manpower shortages, warned IBC goals may fail, and directed urgent action as hundreds of cases remain pending nationwide
