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Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem has rejected any direct negotiations with Israel and reaffirmed the groups armed resistance stance. At the same time, Israel has carried out air and ground operations in southern Lebanon, saying it targeted militants and infrastructure linked to Hezbollah
Speaking at a public event, Congress MLA Vijay Wadettiwar suggested that such violent incidents are often the result of growing public anger against governments
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address over 50,000 women in Varanasi under the Nari Shakti Vandan programme. Tight security, including anti-drone systems and 700 women personnel, has been deployed. He is also likely to visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple
AIIMS Delhi has assigned senior endocrinologist Dr Nikhil Tandon, who is also Dean (Academic), to temporarily handle the duties of director after Dr M Srinivas moved to NITI Aayog as a full-time member
The threatening email claimed that five Silicon 100-base RDX bombs had been planted inside the assembly complex and would explode at 12 pm. The message warned authorities not to take the threat lightly and demanded the immediate evacuation of all VIPs
The US military conducted a strike on a suspected drug-trafficking vessel in the eastern Pacific, killing three people. The operation is part of an ongoing anti-narcotics campaign that has drawn criticism over lack of evidence and legal concerns
Data from the Regional Meteorological Centre in Nagpur shows that Amravati followed closely at 46.8 degrees Celsius. Wardha registered 46.4 degrees Celsius, while Yavatmal touched 46 degrees Celsius. Nagpur recorded 45.4 degrees Celsius and Chandrapur reached 45 degrees Celsius
Kim Jong Un reaffirmed North Koreas support for Russia in the war against Ukraine, pledging continued military backing and expressing confidence in Moscows victory
Raghav Chadha has exited the Aam Aadmi Party, alleging a toxic work environment and lack of internal democracy. Now with the BJP, he claimed multiple MPs shared similar concerns, triggering a major political shift in the Rajya Sabha
US forces have turned back 38 ships as part of an ongoing maritime blockade targeting Iranian ports, escalating pressure amid stalled negotiations. The move comes as Iran ramps up diplomatic efforts with Russia, even as back-channel communications with Washington continue over the Strait of Hormuz crisis
According to the latest forecast from the Meteorological Department, Mondays maximum temperature was likely to reach a sweltering 44 degrees Celsius, while the minimum may remain around 27 degrees Celsius. The entire day was expected to remain under the grip of severe heatwave conditions
Rajya Sabha Chairman CP Radhakrishnan on Monday accepted the merger of seven AAP MPs led by Raghav Chadha with the BJP. This comes after the MPs quit AAP citing deviation from party principles. The development significantly strengthens BJP in Rajya Sabha
We do believe, based on a very preliminary understanding of what happened, that he was targeting members of the administration, Attorney General Todd Blanche said, adding that investigators were still working to determine the motive and whether the suspect acted alone
The US President has signalled that the Iran war could end soon, stating that Tehran is in really bad shape after losing its navy, air force, and facing an effective blockade. Meanwhile, Iran`s Abbas Araghchi has launched a fresh diplomatic offensive, holding talks with Putin, Omani FM
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has arrived in St Petersburg for talks with President Vladimir Putin as part of a broader diplomatic effort to ease regional tensions. The visit follows engagements in Pakistan and Oman, with discussions expected on ceasefire prospects, the Strait of Hormuz, and Irans proposal to de-escalate conflict
US President Donald Trump rejected allegations made in a manifesto by the suspect in the White House Correspondents Dinner shooting, calling him a sick person. He denied any links to Jeffrey Epstein and said he was totally exonerated as investigations continue
The India Meteorological Department has forecast heavy rainfall in western Tamil Nadu, including Nilgiris, Coimbatore, and Erode, with widespread showers expected across the state till May 2. Strong winds up to 40 kmph and localised disruptions are likely, prompting caution in vulnerable areas
The NIA has taken over the investigation into the recovery of 79 crude bombs in poll-bound West Bengals Bhangar area. Acting on Union Home Ministry orders, the agency is probing the case ahead of the second phase of assembly elections scheduled on April 29
US President Donald Trump described the tense moments after gunfire erupted at the White House Correspondents dinner venue in Washington. He said he wanted to see what was happening, briefly slowing evacuation, and later urged organisers to reschedule the event
Investigators say the suspect was armed and allegedly tried to breach security at the Washington hotel hosting the annual gala attended by top US officials, lawmakers, and media figures. Formal charges are expected in court today
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Sikkim for its 50th statehood anniversary celebrations and launch projects worth over Rs 4,000 crore. The visit includes inaugurations of hospitals, universities, bridges, and key infrastructure initiatives across sectors
NASA has introduced a specially modified Boeing 777 as its largest airborne research laboratory, replacing the retired DC-8. The aircraft, capable of carrying up to 75,000 pounds, will support advanced Earth science missions by collecting crucial environmental data
BJP National President Nitin Nabin will visit Rajasthan to strengthen the party organisation and review strategies. He will inaugurate multiple BJP district offices in Tonk, address party workers, and hold key meetings in Jaipur, including a core committee discussion
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi criticised the Trinamool Congress, alleging a reign of terror after party worker Debdeep Chatterjee was killed in Asansol following the polls. He condemned the incident and said the Congress would not bow to violence that undermines Indias non-violent traditions
Scientists have directly detected argon-42, one of the rarest isotopes in Earths atmosphere, found at just one part in 10. Previously observed only indirectly, the isotope has now been identified atom by atom, marking a major advancement beyond traditional accelerator mass spectrometry methods.
China successfully launched Pakistans PRSC-EO3 satellite from the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Centre using a Long March-6 rocket. The mission marks the fourth satellite launch for Pakistan by China since last year, highlighting expanding cooperation in the space sector
A remote village in Chhattisgarhs Abujhmad region has received electricity for the first time, benefiting around 10 families. The development marks a significant step in bringing basic infrastructure to a once Maoist-affected area
Sanjay Singh has petitioned Rajya Sabha Chairman C. P. Radhakrishnan seeking disqualification of seven MPs who quit the Aam Aadmi Party and joined the Bharatiya Janata Party, citing anti-defection rules
Renowned Indian photographer Raghu Rai, celebrated for capturing Indias diverse realities through his lens, passed away at 83. He had been battling cancer-related complications and age-related health issues
Donald Trump said he cancelled plans to send envoys to Pakistan for talks with Iran, stating Tehran can initiate contact anytime. Meanwhile, Masoud Pezeshkian insisted negotiations wont proceed unless US sanctions and blockades are lifted
Six people, including three children, died after an SUV collided with a truck in Jharkhands Hazaribag district. Five victims belonged to a single family travelling to a wedding, police said
Addressing a rally in West Bengal, Narendra Modi accused the Trinamool Congress government of being run by criminals and goons and promised key welfare measures like Ayushman Bharat if BJP comes to power
The West may panic about economic uncertainty or the possibility of a recession, but India clearly has nothing to fear
They are then stopped at times or face numerous hurdles that cause time to elapse and the team leaves without the donation
Despite the decision, Pakistani officials said indirect ceasefire discussions remain active, with Islamabad maintaining a mediatory role between Washington and Tehran amid escalating tensions
AAP Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Singh said he has submitted a formal petition to C. P. Radhakrishnan, urging him to terminate the membership of the seven MPs
According to police, the latest case pertains to a young woman who had approached Kharat seeking help for personal issues. Investigators allege that he sexually exploited her and threatened to harm her family using so-called divine powers if she resisted or spoke out.
Following the aborted takeoff, the pilots decided to evacuate the aircraft. All passengers and crew exited using emergency evacuation slides, while those unable to use the slides were assisted with airport stairs
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A 22-year-old man in Thailand has confessed to deliberately starting a forest fire in his local area because he was bored and wanted to kill time
While US insisted that its envoy will be meeting with Iranian officials in Islamabad, Araghchi departs, refusing direct talks
Another sixth-grader, 12-year-old Darrius Clark, hit the brakes, and together the two managed to manoeuvre the bus onto a median and put it in park.
He said the End H-1B Visa Abuse Bill would provide greater access to employment, strengthen protocols in the visa process, and prioritise the livelihoods of Americans.
Polling stations opened at 7 am on Saturday for 70,000 eligible voters in Gazas Deir el-Balah area the first electoral exercise in the besieged enclave in 20 years.
After he was forced out of Sheesh Mahal by Dhurandhar voters of Delhi, he shifted to Punjab, where he grabbed a bungalow, and now he has prepared Sheesh Mahal 2 at Lodhi Estate, Verma said
The state saw a turnout of 93.19 per cent in the first phase, which was its highest since Independence
The initiative, rolled out on April 15 by Chief Minister Pramod Sawant, will be implemented across rural schools.
In the IPL, theres a timer between overs, so that the next over begins within 60 seconds. If a team breaches it after 2 warnings, 5 runs are added to the opposition score. A similar penalty could ensure batters dont fiddle so the fielding side gets penalised
The security incident occurred at approximately 8.45 PM (local time) as dinner service was underway. Witnesses reported hearing loud, rhythmic sounds echoing from the lobby area, which were quickly identified as gunfire

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