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Telangana High Court pressure forced the Telangana government to begin clearing long-pending retirement dues, benefiting many employees ahead of the April 9 deadline. However, concerns remain as payments appear limited to petitioners despite thousands awaiting benefits

Artemis II crew surpassed Apollo 13 record for farthest human travel, completing a lunar far-side flyby and capturing images. The mission also tested new science operations, aiding future moon missions and advancing lunar geology research

Donald Trump shifted from threatening Iran to backing a 14-day ceasefire after mediation efforts, including Shehbaz Sharif. The move aims to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and avoid prolonged US military involvement

Reserve Bank of India projected 7.6% GDP growth for FY26 and 6.9% for FY27, with Sanjay Malhotra citing resilience from domestic demand but warning of geopolitical risks, inflation pressures, and global slowdown impacting India’s outlook

West Bengal recorded its first voter decline after Special Intensive Revision, dropping to 6.75 crore due to removal of duplicate, shifted, and deceased entries. The trend reverses steady growth since 2011 under Mamata Banerjee-led governance

Reserve Bank of India kept repo rate unchanged at 5.25% as Governor Sanjay Malhotra cited easing inflation and steady growth. However, global uncertainties, crude oil risks, and potential Strait of Hormuz disruptions may impact outlook

Donald Trump hailed the ceasefire as a “big day for world peace,” pledging US support to ease congestion in the Strait of Hormuz while expressing confidence in stability and reconstruction efforts in Iran

 Mumbai markets surged as Sensex and Nifty jumped over 3% after a two-week ceasefire announcement in US-Israel-Iran tensions. Broad-based buying lifted all sectors, volatility eased, oil prices dropped sharply, while investors await RBI policy amid persistent global uncertainty later today 

A youth attempted self-immolation near Karimnagar rural police station after his wife was taken away by her family due to lack of marriage proof. He sustained severe burns and was shifted to Hyderabad in critical condition.

A corporate fraud case has been registered against Symphony IT Distribution in Hyderabad for allegedly cheating a client of nearly USD 292,000. Police are probing financial records and possible international transactions linked to the accused

A 30-year-old Hyderabad man died by suicide days before his wedding, allegedly due to financial stress and mental distress over costly arrangements. Police suspect he consumed tablets and slit his throat. Investigation is ongoing

A 16-year-old boy working at a juice shop in Tolichowki was allegedly murdered by a co-worker following a dispute. Police registered a case and launched a manhunt, while the body was sent for autopsy

Two police officers were caught by ACB while accepting a bribe at Shamshabad airport outpost in a case linked to a fake certificates racket. They allegedly demanded money to spare accused persons’ family members from arrest.

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif faced controversy after a “draft” label appeared in his social media post urging Donald Trump to delay action on Iran, sparking speculation over authorship and possible external involvement in messaging.

The United States and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire, with President Donald Trump pulling back planned strikes. The deal includes reopening the Strait of Hormuz and initiating talks, though sporadic attacks continue across the region

Oil prices fell sharply below USD 100 while global markets rallied after the US and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire, reopening the Strait of Hormuz and easing tensions despite continued sporadic attacks across the region

Hyderabad’s café culture is evolving to embrace pet lovers, with several establishments across the city offering spaces where pets are as welcome as their owners. From cosy corners in Jubilee Hills to greenery‑filled escapes in Kompally, these cafés combine good food, vibrant ambience, and pet‑friendly policies.

The UN Security Council failed to pass a resolution aimed at safeguarding navigation through the Strait of Hormuz after Russia and China vetoed the proposal. Bahrain, backed by Gulf allies, had introduced a toned-down draft calling for defensive coordination, but Pakistan and Colombia abstained.

Rajasthan Royals defeated Mumbai Indians by 27 runs in a rain-curtailed IPL clash at Guwahati. Jaiswal’s unbeaten 77 and Sooryavanshi’s fiery 39 powered Royals to 150, before their bowlers restricted MI to 123 for nine

Bollywood celebrities are increasingly venturing into the beauty industry, creating their own skincare and makeup brands that go beyond traditional endorsements. With the industry booming, these celebrity-led ventures are shaping consumer trends and redefining the connection between glamour and wellness.

Sixteen corporations and federations in Telangana have not spent a single rupee despite receiving funds from the State government. Data presented in the Assembly shows poor utilisation, with only Rs 305.60 crore spent out of Rs 3,198 crore released

Producer Namit Malhotra has addressed criticism surrounding the VFX in his upcoming film ‘Ramayana’. Taking to social media, he assured audiences that his team is working diligently to improve the visuals. The film, starring Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, Yash, Sunny Deol and Ravi Dubey, faced backlash after its first look was released.

Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa lost to Anish Giri in round eight of the Candidates chess tournament, slipping to 3.5 points. Uzbek Javokhir Sindarov leads with 6.5 points, while R Vaishali drew her game to stay in contention