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The Delhi High Court rejected Arvind Kejriwal’s plea seeking Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma’s recusal in the excise policy case, ruling allegations of bias were unsubstantiated and warning against undermining judicial integrity through perception-based claims

Farmers in Chegunta mandal of Medak district blocked a road demanding compensation for crops damaged by unseasonal rains and gales. Officials reported damage to over 4,700 acres of paddy, while concerns remain over further losses due to predicted rainfall

Protests erupted across Goa over alleged derogatory remarks by activist Gautam Khattar against St Francis Xavier. Multiple complaints were filed, with opposition demanding arrests and action against a minister, as authorities stressed maintaining communal harmony amid escalating tensions

Several buffaloes were injured after chewing crude bombs meant for wild boars while grazing near the Godavari river in Mancherial district. Police have registered a case and launched a search for those responsible for planting the explosives

Hyderabad’s Manjeera water supply system was disrupted due to power outages caused by dust storms and unseasonal rains. Several areas faced delays in water supply, while officials said efforts are ongoing to restore normal operations and maintain supply elsewhere.

Danish Malewar, a 21-year-old cricketer from Vidarbha, is gaining attention for his strong domestic performances. Signed by Mumbai Indians for IPL 2026, he played a key role in Vidarbha’s Ranji Trophy campaign and is seen as a promising talent

TGCHE has approached Hyderabad police to investigate an impersonation fraud involving calls made to engineering colleges demanding money. The caller allegedly used a mobile number displaying TGCHE details on Truecaller, prompting the council to seek strict legal action

Securities and Exchange Board of India slashed minimum investment in social impact funds to Rs 1,000 from Rs 2 lakh, aiming to boost retail participation in Social Stock Exchanges. The move seeks to democratise impact investing and improve funding access for nonprofits

The Indian U17 men’s team will play two friendly matches against Qatar in Doha on April 25 and 28 as part of preparations for the AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026. Both matches will be held behind closed doors

The AIFF Election Committee, led by Sunil Arora, visited the Football House and reviewed the new governance framework following the adoption of the Supreme Court-approved constitution. The panel will reconvene after amendments to the constitution are completed

Indian junior shooters will begin their campaign at the ISSF Junior World Cup in Cairo, with medal events in 10m Air Rifle Women and 10m Air Pistol Men. India has fielded a strong 71-member contingent for the competition

Authorities in Chhattisgarh’s Jashpur found no evidence of an aircraft crash despite viral social media claims. Officials confirmed the smoke seen was from a forest fire. Search operations, including drones and inter-state checks, yielded no signs of any aviation accident

Mahindra University has signed an MoU with Temple University, USA, to offer a dual bachelor’s-master’s programme and promote academic exchanges. The collaboration aims to enhance global exposure, joint research, and curriculum development for students and faculty

The Supreme Court of India dismissed lawyer Nilesh Ojha’s plea against contempt proceedings over allegations against a judge in the Disha Salian case. It stressed judicial integrity, warning that reckless public accusations undermine public trust in the justice system

A fire at the Pachpadra refinery in Rajasthan’s Balotra district, a day before its inauguration by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, forced postponement of the event. The blaze was contained without casualties, while authorities ordered a probe into the incident

A prisoner who escaped from police custody near Chanchalguda crossroads in Hyderabad was caught within minutes. Sadula Naresh, arrested in vehicle theft cases, was apprehended by police shortly after fleeing, and a fresh case has been registered against him

An eight-year-old boy died after a handball goalpost collapsed on him at a Jaipur school during playtime. The incident sparked outrage over safety negligence. Police have launched a probe as grieving family and locals demand accountability from authorities

TGSRTC unions under the Joint Action Committee have announced a statewide strike from April 22 after failed talks with the state government. Leaders are mobilising workers, demanding implementation of promises, merger with the government, and improved pay and job security.

ED scrutiny of I-PAC over alleged money laundering sparks political controversy in West Bengal. Trinamool Congress defends its role in campaigns, while critics call it a “shadow setup”. The probe intensifies ahead of Assembly elections, raising questions on influence and funding

CCOB Jr FC secured a dominant 10-0 win over Social Sporting FC in the TFA C-Division Football League Championship at Gymkhana Ground. Ali Kaseri starred with six goals, while Jasim Yadai added two and others contributed to the big victory

A massive fire broke out at Erythro Pharma Limited in Sangareddy following a suspected reactor blast. Employees escaped safely, and no casualties were reported. Firefighting efforts are ongoing, while the extent of damage and cause of the blast remain unclear

An explosion at a Virudhunagar fireworks unit killed 25 workers, mostly women, injuring several others. A second blast hit rescuers. The owner is absconding, illegal safety violations suspected. Tamil Nadu government announced Rs 5.5 lakh ex gratia and probe ordered

The Punjab Police’s Anti-Gangster Task Force arrested four suspects linked to foreign-based gangsters in Patiala, recovering illegal pistols and ammunition, and foiling planned crimes as part of an ongoing crackdown on organised criminal networks

A Fly91 flight from Hyderabad to Hubballi was diverted to Bengaluru after hovering mid-air for hours due to adverse weather, triggering panic among passengers. The airline clarified there was no technical issue and termed the diversion a standard safety procedure