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Ukraine urges US to pressure Russia into ceasefire after US-Iran agreement

Ukraine has called on the United States to press Russia to end its invasion, citing the recent US-Iran ceasefire as an example of effective decisiveness. The Russia-Ukraine conflict, ongoing since February 2022, remains Europes deadliest since World War II

8 Apr 2026 4:59 pm
Centre rolls out new LPG allocation formula to protect key industries

Under the new policy, bulk LPG supplies will be prioritised for a wide range of industries, including pharmaceuticals, food processing, agriculture, polymers, packaging, paints, steel, ceramics, glass, and aerosols

8 Apr 2026 4:27 pm
EAM Jaishankar to visit Mauritius and UAE to review bilateral and strategic ties

In Mauritius, he will attend the 9th Indian Ocean Conference, while in the UAE, he will strengthen the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. The conference will focus on maritime security, economic development, environmental sustainability, and evolving geopolitics

8 Apr 2026 4:18 pm
Iran did not want this war: Representative of Iran`s Supreme Leader in India

Speaking in an interview, Ilahi alleged that the United States carried out over 10,000 attacks on Iran, primarily targeting its air defence systems and missile infrastructure

8 Apr 2026 4:18 pm
Mamata Banerjee vows fresh legal battle against voter deletions in West Bengal

According to official data, more than 90.83 lakh names have been removed from the voter list following the revision process. The deletions account for approximately 11.85 per cent of the total electorate, which stood at 7.66 crore in October 2025

8 Apr 2026 3:57 pm
IMD issues alert for Mumbai, Thane, Raigad, predicts hot weather on April 10-11

The IMD has issued a yellow alert for Mumbai, Thane, and Raigad, forecasting hot and humid conditions with rising temperatures on April 10 and April 11. Ratnagiri will also remain under a yellow alert on April 11

8 Apr 2026 3:30 pm
CAG flags massive backlog in PSU and autonomous body accounts in Jammu-Kashmir

The Comptroller and Auditor General of India flagged a major backlog in financial accounts of PSUs and autonomous bodies in Jammu and Kashmir, with many pending for up to 12 to 14 years

8 Apr 2026 3:11 pm
TMC allege `get lost` remark; EC counters with misconduct claims during meeting

TMC Rajya Sabha MP Derek O`Brien claimed that Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar asked the delegation to get lost at the end of the meeting

8 Apr 2026 3:09 pm
India welcomes US-Iran ceasefire, calls for lasting peace

In an official statement, posted on X, MEA emphasised the need to ensure uninterrupted navigation and smooth flow of commerce through the Strait of Hormuz, a key global shipping route

8 Apr 2026 2:24 pm
Manipur: Situation tense yet under control after violence over Bishnupur bombing

Tension persists but calm remains across parts of Manipur after a bomb attack in Bishnupur killed two children, triggering protests and clashes with security forces. Authorities imposed curfew, internet suspension and heavy deployment to control the situation

8 Apr 2026 2:20 pm
PM Mitsotakis announces strict curbs on social media access for children

Greece will prohibit children under 15 from accessing social media starting January 1, 2027, in a move aimed at addressing online safety and digital wellbeing concerns

8 Apr 2026 2:15 pm
INS Trikand visits Mombasa for joint engagements with Kenya

The port call coincides with the visit of Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Western Naval Command, to Kenya, an official statement said

8 Apr 2026 2:13 pm
Israel backs US-Iran ceasefire; excludes operations against Hezbollah in Lebanon

Israel said that the military action against Hezbollah will continue, particularly in southern Lebanon and other strongholds, to prevent attacks on northern Israel

8 Apr 2026 1:50 pm
Ceasefire without nuclear agreement is `hoax,` says ex-MoS MJ Akbar

MJ Akbar, former Union MoS for External Affairs, says Irans nuclear program is central to the US-Iran conflict, calling any ceasefire without agreement on it a political hoax

8 Apr 2026 1:35 pm
West Bengal CM files papers from Bhabanipur, reflects areas identity

Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee filed her nomination from Bhabanipur, with a proposer list representing multiple communities, underscoring the constituencys diverse and cosmopolitan character

8 Apr 2026 1:15 pm
Trump says moment could mark new `Golden Age` for Mideast

Donald Trump hailed the ceasefire with Iran as a turning point for the Middle East, suggesting it could usher in a Golden Age while signalling US involvement in ensuring stability and secure energy flows through the Strait of Hormuz

8 Apr 2026 12:38 pm
Sergio Gor highlights push for stronger India-US partnership after meeting Trump

US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor said he discussed ways to build a stronger future for India-US relations during a meeting with President Donald Trump, amid ongoing diplomatic efforts and global developments

8 Apr 2026 12:27 pm
Airline shares rally on oil price drop after US-Iran ceasefire boost

Aviation stocks surged sharply with IndiGo leading gains, as falling crude oil prices following the US-Iran ceasefire improved cost outlook and boosted investor sentiment. The stock of SpiceJet also jumped 4.99 per cent to reach its upper circuit limit of Rs 11.14

8 Apr 2026 12:06 pm
48-year-old real estate agent arrested for grabbing, selling land in Palghar

The accused, Surendra Pratap Singh, alias Randha, allegedly took possession of 210 gunthas (nearly 5.25 acres) of land belonging to the complainant in Rajavali village between 2020 and 2025, an official said

8 Apr 2026 12:02 pm
North Korea launches another ballistic missile after mocking Seouls outreach

North Korea fired another ballistic missile toward its eastern waters shortly after multiple launches earlier in the day, further escalating tensions and dampening hopes of improved ties with South Korea

8 Apr 2026 12:01 pm
Siddheshwar Express completes 50 years of service between Solapur and Mumbai

Launched on April 8, 1976, Siddheshwar Express was introduced as a dedicated overnight service between the two cities. Over the decades, it has evolved into a key rail link for thousands of daily commuters, business travellers and pilgrims, strengthening socio-economic ties between Solapur and the state capital

8 Apr 2026 11:35 am
Donald Trump announces two-week ceasefire; says Iran had enough

US President Donald Trump termed the Iran ceasefire a big day for world peace, saying Tehran is ready to rebuild after weeks of conflict. The conditional two-week pause, linked to reopening the Strait of Hormuz, has eased global tensions and raised hopes of a broader peace deal

8 Apr 2026 11:25 am
US announces release of American journalist kidnapped in Baghdad

The US announced the release of journalist Shelly Kittleson, who was kidnapped in Baghdad by an Iran-backed militia. Her freedom was secured through coordinated efforts between US agencies and Iraqi authorities

8 Apr 2026 11:01 am
Artemis crew speaks with ISS astronauts while heading back to Earth

We have been waiting for this like you can`t imagine, said Artemis II mission commander Reid Wiseman as his crew began the call with astronauts on the ISS

8 Apr 2026 9:48 am
Israel supports truce with Iran, signals continued strikes on Hezbollah

Israel will continue its offensive in South Lebanon aimed at neutralising the threat from Hezbollah, which has been backed by Iran. The United States has told Israel that it is committed to achieving these goals, shared by the US, Israel and Israel`s regional allies, in the upcoming negotiations

8 Apr 2026 9:34 am
Woman cannot be untouchable for three days: SC judge on menstrual stigma

The remark came while a nine-judge bench was hearing on petitions related to discrimination against women at religious places, including Sabarimala temple of Keralam

8 Apr 2026 9:30 am
Solar reactor converts plastic waste into hydrogen fuel, chemicals

The system uses acid recovered from discarded car batteries, offering a novel way to tackle multiple waste streams at once

8 Apr 2026 9:24 am
US Vice President JD Vance visits Hungary amid tight election battle

In power since 2010, Orban is running for his fifth-straight term

8 Apr 2026 9:20 am
Missile alerts sound in West Asia despite US-Iran ceasefire

A gas processing facility in the UAE capital, Abu Dhabi, was ablaze after incoming Iranian fire, officials said

8 Apr 2026 8:58 am
Of all the gin joints in the world...

Could you visit a city, only for a bar in it, and which is also, technically, fictional? Well, I just did!

8 Apr 2026 8:58 am
West Bengal SIR: 91 lakh voters deleted from rolls after revision exercise

The poll panel is yet to officially announce the finally altered voter base for the state after the roll revision process.

8 Apr 2026 8:57 am
Kudos to city fathers for preserving Mumbais history

These were documented and numbered by a team of conservationists led by a heritage expert, our report revealed.

8 Apr 2026 8:56 am
Delhi: Assam Police questions Pawan Khera in case linked to CM Sarma

Speaking with reporters outside the Congress leaders house, Assam police DCP Debojit Nath said that Khera was not found at his residence. However, he said that a search was carried out and electronic devices were seized

8 Apr 2026 8:49 am
Middle East conflict: Israel still attacking Iran, military official says

The remarks by the official, who spoke on condition of anonymity in line with regulations, came moments after the White House said Israel had agreed to the terms of the two-week US-Iran ceasefire agreement

8 Apr 2026 8:35 am
Iran includes acceptance of enrichment` in Farsi version of its ceasefire plan

US President Donald Trump had said ending Iran`s nuclear programme entirely was a key point of the war. Trump, after Iran issued its 10-point plan, had described it as fraudulent, without elaborating

8 Apr 2026 8:09 am
CISF takes charge of security for `Namo Bharat` RRTS corridor in NCR

The transfer of responsibility took place during an induction ceremony at New Ashok Nagar, where senior officials from CISF and the National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) were present

7 Apr 2026 9:46 pm
Whole civilization will die tonight: Trump warns Iran amid West Asia tensions

Donald Trump issued a stark warning about the escalating US-Iran crisis, suggesting the possibility of massive destruction while also hinting at a complete and total regime change in Iran

7 Apr 2026 9:33 pm
The crew of Artemis II: The humans behind the mission

Together, Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and Jeremy Hansen represent a new generation of explorers preparing humanity for long-term lunar missions

7 Apr 2026 9:33 pm
Gurgaon tops list of Indias most polluted cities in March 2026: Report

Gurgaon was the most polluted city in India in March, with high PM 2.5 levels, according to a report by Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air. Haryana accounted for four of the top 10 most polluted cities

7 Apr 2026 7:47 pm
US`s JD Vance says military goals in Iran largely achieved amid rising tensions

JD Vance said the United States has largely achieved its military objectives in Iran, even as tensions between Washington and Tehran escalated with fresh airstrikes on key military targets

7 Apr 2026 7:20 pm
Two children killed in bomb attack in Manipur, CM condemns

The incident occurred at around 1 am when a bomb was hurled by suspected militants at a house in Moirang Tronglaobi area, killing a 5-year-old boy and a six-month-old girl, a senior officer said

7 Apr 2026 6:34 pm
Supreme Court rules High Courts cannot waive stamp duty penalties

The Supreme Court of India ruled that High Courts cannot waive statutory penalties on deficient stamp duty, stating that such powers lie only with authorities under the Stamp Act

7 Apr 2026 6:28 pm
US Navy fighter jets launch from USS Abraham Lincoln during Operation Epic Fury

US Navy fighter jets launched from the USS Abraham Lincoln as part of ongoing strikes on military targets in Iran under Operation Epic Fury, according to CENTCOM

7 Apr 2026 6:09 pm
Rohit Pawar calls Parth Pawars downfall remark on Congress inappropriate

Speaking to reporters in Pune, Rohit Pawar said such comments do not reflect the spirit of democratic engagement and could complicate ongoing political discussions

7 Apr 2026 6:02 pm
Gunfight at Israeli Consulate in Istanbul leaves one attacker dead

A gunman was killed and two others wounded in a shootout with police outside the Israeli consulate in Istanbul on Tuesday, with two officers lightly injured. Authorities identified the attackers, who had arrived from Izmit in a rental vehicle.

7 Apr 2026 4:54 pm
Maharashtra: Explosives recovered from Nagpur garden, probe launched

According to police officials, a total of 58 detonators and 15 gelatin sticks were discovered at the site. The explosives were promptly secured by authorities, and the area was cordoned off to prevent any potential risk to residents

7 Apr 2026 4:42 pm
Gold prices drop Rs 610 to Rs 1.49 lakh amid West Asia tensions

Gold prices fell by Rs 610 to Rs 1.49 lakh per 10 grams in futures trade amid rising crude oil prices and escalating geopolitical tensions in West Asia. Internationally, Comex gold also declined as investors adopted a cautious stance.

7 Apr 2026 4:26 pm
Government doubles 5-kg LPG supply for migrant labourers amid high demand

The Centre`s move of boosting LPG supply to migrant workers ensures adequate LPG supply amid current demand pressures, encourages digital bookings, and prioritises critical sectors like hospitals and schools

7 Apr 2026 3:55 pm
Supreme Court begins nine-judge bench hearing on Sabarimala review

The Supreme Court of India has begun hearings on the Sabarimala temple entry review with a nine-judge bench led by Surya Kant. The case will revisit crucial constitutional issues, including religious freedom, equality, and judicial oversight of faith-based practices

7 Apr 2026 2:09 pm
Maharashtra: Bike-borne attacker opens fire in Navi Mumbai, one injured

The incident occurred around 11:50 pm in the Chhatrapati Shivaji Rahivasi Chawl area in Airoli, under the jurisdiction of Rabale police station, an official said

7 Apr 2026 1:53 pm