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OpenAI has launched Images 2.0, an advanced image generation model offering improved realism, multilingual support and reasoning capabilities. The update enables accurate rendering, multiple outputs and API integration, while introducing safety checks, though some complex tasks still require human review.
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The central finding from ANSES rests on a straightforward but important distinction- smokeless tobacco products do not burn and therefore do not produce smoke.
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In Strait of Hormuz, Iran’s Revolutionary Guard fired on a container ship, causing damage but no injuries. The incident escalates tensions after recent US actions against Iranian vessels, amid stalled ceasefire talks and rising regional instability
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In Srinagar, Manoj Sinha and Omar Abdullah paid tribute to victims of the 2025 Pahalgam terror attack, reaffirming unity against terrorism and commitment to justice
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The Telangana High Court restrained the State government from acting on the Ghose Commission report on alleged Kaleshwaram irregularities, citing procedural lapses. However, it upheld the legality of the Commission’s formation, granting relief to KCR, Harish Rao and others.
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In Tamil Nadu, over 5.73 crore voters will decide the fate of 4,023 candidates in Assembly polls. DMK and AIADMK lead a high-stakes contest amid tight security and voter turnout efforts
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A man climbed a high-tension electricity tower in Hyderabad’s Motinagar, alleging that police refused to accept his complaint. Carrying a petrol bottle, he prompted a tense situation as police and local leaders attempted to persuade him to come down.
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Over 600 TGRTC buses remained off roads in Khammam as employees launched an indefinite strike, demanding pay revision and merger with the government. Commuters faced severe hardship, relying on costly private transport while protests were held across multiple depots.
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Private vehicle operators allegedly overcharged passengers in Kumram Bheem Asifabad during the TGRTC strike, exploiting disrupted bus services. Commuters, especially from rural areas, complained of steep fare hikes and urged authorities to take action against the exploitation.
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Transport Minister Ponnam Prabhakar urged RTC employees to withdraw their strike, assuring that most demands would be resolved. He said a committee is reviewing key issues, while warning that disruption of bus services would inconvenience lakhs of daily passengers.
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In New York, Sanjay Malhotra said short-term FDI outflows and exchange fluctuations are cyclical and monitored. He highlighted reforms, strong fundamentals, low inflation, robust forex reserves, and India’s growth trajectory at a financial round-table discussion
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Mini Mathur enjoyed a solo foodie trip to Phuket at 49, exploring traditional eateries and local dishes. She shared highlights online, calling it her first solo food journey and expressing excitement to plan more such travel experiences
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Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty declined in early trade after a three-day rally, dragged by IT stocks led by HCLTech. Foreign outflows and concerns over West Asia instability further weighed on sentiment, even as global markets showed mixed trends.
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The rupee weakened for the third consecutive session, falling 31 paise to 93.75 against the US dollar, pressured by rising crude oil prices, foreign capital outflows, and uncertainty surrounding a potential West Asia peace agreement and escalating geopolitical tensions.
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In Thrissur, a Munthathikkode fireworks accident claimed 13 lives, with bodies still being identified through forensic analysis. Several injured remain hospitalized. Authorities opened control rooms, while a veteran fireworks maker survived, rescuing others before deciding to retire
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RTC strike disrupted bus services across Adilabad region, leaving villagers stranded and forcing reliance on costly private transport. Women and rural commuters faced hardship, urging the government to restore services and ease inconvenience.
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RTC employees blocked bus operations across depots, halting services and leaving passengers stranded. Private buses faced resistance, police ensured order, and commuters turned to autos and interstate buses amid widespread transport disruption in Telangana
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A bus operated by a private driver during the TGSRTC strike crashed into a truck in Karimnagar, injuring passengers. The incident has raised safety concerns, while transport disruptions and fare hikes by private operators continue
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TGSRTC employees launched an indefinite strike, halting bus services across Telangana and disrupting travel. Limited alternative arrangements failed to meet demand, while the government formed a committee to examine employee demands and seek resolution.
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Daily Horoscope: Your stars are bringing good tidings for you. Check out your astrological predictions for April 22, 2026. May the day bring you happiness
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Farmers staged protests across Khammam district over delays in maize and paddy procurement. BRS leaders and farmer groups alleged inadequate purchase limits, lack of gunny bags and government inaction, warning of intensified agitation if procurement operations are not started immediately
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US President Donald Trump has called on Iran to release eight detained women ahead of possible negotiations in Tehran. The detainees include members of the Bahai faith, teenage girls, and professionals arrested during anti-government protests earlier this year.
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World number one Jannik Sinner says his main focus is Roland Garros despite preparing for Madrid Open. The Italian star, fresh from Monte Carlo victory, aims to fine-tune his game before the French Open, the only Grand Slam missing from his collection
