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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.
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CCUS push seeks to balance economic growth with climate goals, but high costs, technological uncertainty, and risks of carbon lock-in raise concerns
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The recent successful demonstration of a 1,000-kilometre quantum communication network using indigenous technology reflects a major leap for India
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Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated Mumbai Indians by 18 runs in a high‑scoring IPL clash. Salt, Kohli and Patidar struck fifties as RCB posted 240. Despite Rutherford’s unbeaten 71, Mumbai managed only 222, with Hardik Pandya contributing 40
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Congress leader Rahul Gandhi will begin his West Bengal Assembly election campaign from Malda district on April 14, marking his return after seven years. His rally at Kalambagan ground in Chanchal is expected to draw over one lakh people. Gandhi will campaign for four Congress candidates, focusing on constituencies like Chanchal, Sujapur, Malatipur, and Ratua.
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Senior advocate Prashant Bhushan and activist Yogendra Yadav have raised concerns over the deletion of nearly 91 lakh names from West Bengal’s electoral rolls under the Special Intensive Revision exercise. They warned that the move could extend beyond voting rights, potentially affecting identity-linked entitlements such as Aadhaar.
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The Tamil Nadu Cyber Crime Wing has arrested six individuals in connection with the illegal leak of actor C. Joseph Vijay’s much-awaited film Jana Nayagan. The Rs 500-crore project, already stalled by CBFC objections, surfaced online two days before the arrests, sparking outrage in the industry.
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West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has accused the BJP of striking a Rs 1,000-crore deal to oust the Trinamool Congress from power, citing a viral video involving Aam Janata Unnayan Party chief Humayun Kabir. While Kabir gave conflicting statements about the video’s authenticity, Banerjee dismissed claims of it being AI-generated.
