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The Election Commission of India ordered a 48-hour ‘Dry Day’ in poll-bound West Bengal and Tamil Nadu under the Representation of the People Act, restricting liquor sales to ensure free, fair elections and prevent voter influence

Police in Nagpur arrested Riyaz Kazi of Universal Multipurpose Society over alleged religious conversion and misconduct complaints involving children, with authorities investigating possible wider networks and funding behind the reported activities

The teaser of Krishna, directed by Manu Anand, debuted at NAB Show 2026, showcasing an AI-driven filmmaking approach by Collective Artists Network, blending mythology with advanced technology for global storytelling

A 7.5-magnitude earthquake struck near Sanriku, prompting Japan Meteorological Agency tsunami alerts. Waves hit Iwate Prefecture, with evacuation advisories issued, as authorities warned of stronger tsunamis and aftershocks along Japan’s northern coast

Janata Dal (United) authorised Nitish Kumar to select its legislative party leader after his resignation as Bihar Chief Minister, deferring any immediate decision and fuelling speculation amid assertions of unity within the party

M. K. Stalin condemned an Income Tax raid on K. Selvaperunthagai in Chennai, alleging political targeting by the Centre, while the Congress leader claimed unlawful detention, escalating tensions ahead of crucial Assembly election campaigning

K Rajan dismissed reports of cracks in Wayanad rehabilitation homes, clarifying markings were inspection indicators. He assured strict quality checks, ongoing support for landslide victims, and timely completion of safe housing under the township project

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Monday that India and South Korea share a common outlook for the Indo-Pacific and will continue to contribute towards a peaceful, progressive, and inclusive region, adding that both nations convey a message of peace and stability amid global tensions. Addressing a joint press meet with South Korean […]

Pawan Khera approached the Gauhati High Court for anticipatory bail after the Supreme Court of India denied protection in a defamation case linked to remarks against Riniki Bhuyan Sarma

A bus accident in Udhampur killed 21 and injured 61, with Jitendra Singh confirming casualties. Authorities, including Manoj Sinha, have ordered urgent rescue, treatment, and support for victims after the tragic incident

New Delhi will host the signing of the New Zealand-India Free Trade Agreement on April 27 after legal verification, with Todd McClay highlighting expanded market access, major tariff cuts, and economic gains for New Zealand exporters

Rajnath Singh expressed confidence that Bharatiya Janata Party will win a clear majority in West Bengal elections, citing alleged misrule by Trinamool Congress, while urging voters for change ahead of the two-phase polling schedule

Teaser of Karakkam, unveiled by Mohanlal, showcases a musical horror-comedy directed by Subhash Lalitha Subrahmanian. The film follows friends chased by mischievous spirits, blending humour, chaos, and horror in a supernatural storyline

Director Atlee and Priya Atlee welcomed a baby girl, their second child, sharing the news on social media. Meanwhile, Atlee continues work on ‘Raaka’ starring Allu Arjun and Deepika Padukone

Actor Ajith Kumar’s Ajith Kumar Racing secured second place in the 24H Series GT3 Pro-Am race at Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps, Belgium, marking another proud podium finish for India and continuing the team’s consistent success in international endurance racing events prestigious

Pakistan plans to repay the remaining USD 1.5 billion of a USD 3.5 billion loan to the United Arab Emirates by April 23, aided by International Monetary Fund inflows and Saudi Arabia support, helping stabilise foreign exchange reserves

Dinesh Trivedi is likely to be appointed India’s next High Commissioner to Bangladesh amid efforts to reset bilateral ties. Current envoy Pranay Verma has been named ambassador to Belgium and the EU, though no official announcement has been made yet

IIT Gandhinagar has developed a hydrogel-based drug delivery technology that helps surgeons remove colorectal tumours more safely and precisely by lifting tissue during endoscopic surgery. The innovation has shown success in pre-clinical trials and may advance to human clinical testing

A 48-year-old man in Kanpur allegedly drugged and killed his 11-year-old twin daughters before slitting their throats. Shashi Ranjan Mishra was arrested. Police cite possible mental distress, while investigations and forensic analysis are ongoing

Konthoujam Govindas Singh said additional CAPF troops will return after elections in West Bengal and other states. He urged peace amid shutdown calls following ethnic violence and assured security, relief measures, and compensation for recent incidents

Rajnath Singh said India does not provoke others but will firmly respond to attacks, referring to Operation Sindoor after the Pahalgam terror incident. Speaking in Tamil Nadu, he backed BJP ahead of April 23 Assembly polls

The Char Dham Yatra began with the opening of Gangotri Temple and Yamunotri Temple on Akshaya Tritiya. CM Pushkar Singh Dhami assured smooth arrangements as new entry rules and restrictions sparked attention

Darshan Kumar, younger brother of Gulshan Kumar, died at 70 in Delhi. Known for shaping T-Series, he played a key behind-the-scenes role. Tributes poured in, including from Mika Singh

A 19-year-old woman was found dead with strangulation marks at her Delhi home, raising suspicion of murder. Police suspect her absconding husband, married three months ago. Forensic teams are probing, CCTV footage scanned, and SDM proceedings initiated