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88 tiger death cases still pending, probe lapses flagged

An RTI has revealed that 88 tiger death cases from 202021 remain pending or under scrutiny, raising concerns over accountability within the National Tiger Conservation Authority. Missing forensic reports and key documents have delayed investigations

29 Apr 2026 9:43 am
Maharashtra heatwave claims 67 lives, Nandurbar worst affected

Maharashtra is battling a severe heatwave with 67 heatstroke deaths reported till April 28, including 12 in a single day. Nandurbar is the worst-hit district. Experts warn of rising risks and urge precautions as temperatures soar across the state

29 Apr 2026 8:58 am
Submarine drone travels 1257 miles underwater

A hydrogen fuel cell-powered submarine drone by Cellula Robotics completed a 1,257-mile underwater mission, operating for 385 hours without surfacing. The Envoy AUV marks a breakthrough in long-endurance autonomous underwater technology

29 Apr 2026 8:54 am
Pune Police bust interstate drug racket, arrest 19 and seize Rs 58 lakh narcotic

In a 23-day anti-narcotics drive, Pune Police dismantled an interstate drug network linked to Rajasthan, arresting 19 accused and seizing drugs worth Rs 58 lakh. The crackdown targeted key areas and highlighted growing concerns over youth addiction

29 Apr 2026 8:52 am
Sassoon Docks event spotlights heritage, cleanliness and push for public access

An event at Sassoon Docks in Colaba showcased Mumbais maritime heritage through art, theatre and film, while highlighting the need for cleanliness and public access. The initiative aims to turn the historic site into a vibrant cultural and tourist destination

29 Apr 2026 8:49 am
Kaante khile hain, Gulshan Gulshan!

Fully peeking into the OG villain, Bad Man, who provides such comfort in the predictability of the series, Matka King; no?

29 Apr 2026 8:46 am
Donald Trump unlikely to accept Irans peace plan

The Trump administration seemed unlikely Tuesday to accept Irans offer to end the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz if the US lifts its blockade on the country

29 Apr 2026 8:45 am
Athens shooting: Police hunt 89-year-old gunman after multiple attacks

Police in Athens launched a manhunt for an 89-year-old gunman who opened fire at a social security office and later at a court building, injuring at least four people. Authorities are probing the motive behind the coordinated attacks in central Athens

29 Apr 2026 8:37 am
Ukraine downs record 33,000 Russian drones in March, hits Black Sea oil facility

Ukraine claimed it intercepted over 33,000 Russian drones in March, marking a record since the war began. Kyiv also said its long-range drones struck a Russian oil refinery and Black Sea terminal for the third time in under two weeks

29 Apr 2026 8:31 am
PM plays football; launches Rs 4000 crore projects in Sikkim

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched development projects worth over Rs 4000 crore in Sikkim during its 50th statehood celebrations. He emphasised the Act East, Act Fast vision while highlighting tourism, connectivity and growth in the Northeast

29 Apr 2026 8:29 am
Naidu inuagurates USD 15bn Google data centre in Visakhapatnam

Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu laid the foundation stone for a USD 15 billion Google AI data centre in Visakhapatnam. The mega project is expected to boost Indias digital infrastructure and drive economic growth in the North Andhra region

29 Apr 2026 8:26 am
NCB secures return of wanted drug trafficker Mohammed Salim Dola from Turkey

The Narcotics Control Bureau, with support from international and Indian intelligence agencies, has brought back wanted drug trafficker Mohammed Salim Dola from Turkiye under Operation Global-Hunt. An Interpol Red Notice had been issued against him in March 2024

29 Apr 2026 8:24 am
BJP announces candidates for Bihar, Maharashtra MLC bypolls

According to an official statement issued by the partys central office in New Delhi, the BJPs Central Election Committee has approved the names of candidates for the two states

28 Apr 2026 10:11 pm
Fuel price hike after April 29? Rahul Gandhi targets Centre over oil costs

He also attacked the government for allegedly profiteering from low global crude oil prices and said it will now put burden on the public as the prices are rising

28 Apr 2026 9:12 pm
Trump says Iran in collapse, claims Tehran wants US to reopen Strait of Hormuz

According to Trump, Iranian authorities have conveyed their urgency to restore access to the key maritime route while managing domestic political developments. However, there has been no official confirmation from Iran regarding these claims

28 Apr 2026 9:04 pm
BJP sweeped big victory in Gujarat local body polls, says CM Bhupendra Patel

Bhupendra Patel said the BJP is heading for a clean sweep in Gujarats local body elections, winning over 6,400 of more than 9,900 seats. He credited the victory to support for PM Modis development-focused politics

28 Apr 2026 7:56 pm
Meghalaya honeymoon murder case: Court grants bail to Sonam Raghuvanshi

Superintendent of Police Vivek Syiem said, The accused has been granted bail by the court. However, necessary legal procedures are being followed and the police will continue to pursue the matter as per law

28 Apr 2026 7:43 pm
UAE to exit OPEC from May 1, cites strategic shift in energy policy

The United Arab Emirates has announced that it will leave the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) effective May 1. The decision, reported by the state-run WAM news agency, reflects the countrys long-term economic and energy strategy

28 Apr 2026 7:41 pm
PM vows in Varanasi to ensure women get representation in legislatures

Narendra Modi criticised opposition parties including the Indian National Congress, Samajwadi Party, Trinamool Congress and Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam for allegedly blocking the womens reservation bill in Parliament

28 Apr 2026 7:26 pm
PM Modi unveils developmental projects worth over Rs 6,350 crore in Varanasi

The key infrastructure projects include the completion of the Varanasi-Azamgarh Road widening, the opening of critical rail over bridges at Kazzakpura and Kadipur and a sewage treatment plant with a capacity of 55 MLD in Bhagwanpur

28 Apr 2026 7:24 pm
Maharashtra heatwave: Nagpur records blistering 47 degrees Celsius on Tuesday

According to the Meteorological Department`s latest national weather update, Heatwave conditions are likely to continue over isolated to scattered pockets of Central India on Tuesday

28 Apr 2026 7:17 pm
Supreme Court directs schools to admit RTE students without delay

The Supreme Court of India ruled that admissions under the Right to Education Act must be treated as a national mission, and schools cannot deny entry to students allotted by the government.

28 Apr 2026 7:12 pm
Vaishnaw shares Bullet Train plan for South India, says it will transform travel

The project would replicate the impact of the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train, where major cities are expected to function as a single economic zone, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said

28 Apr 2026 6:51 pm
PM Modi flags off 2 Amrit Bharat trains between Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra

The introduction of these services is expected to significantly benefit major religious destinations such as Varanasi and Ayodhya, which attract millions of visitors each year

28 Apr 2026 6:38 pm
Airlines seek ATF price relief; say industry on verge of `stopping operations`

The airlines said the ongoing turmoil in West Asia has pushed up global oil prices, while airspace restrictions have increased operating costs, particularly on long-haul routes

28 Apr 2026 5:12 pm
Patiala rail blast: Suspect dies in failed attempt to blow up freight track

The blast took place at a stretch of the Shambhu-Ambala rail track. Police earlier said that an unidentified body, which was blown into pieces, was recovered from the spot, with parts of the body found strewn along the rail track

28 Apr 2026 5:02 pm
Mumbai-Ahmedabad Vande Bharat upgraded to 20 coaches as Railways boosts capacity

Indian Railways has upgraded the Mumbai Central-Ahmedabad Vande Bharat Express from 16 to 20 coaches to meet surging passenger demand. The move enhances capacity and convenience on the busy corridor, where ridership continues to grow with occupancy crossing 100 per cent

28 Apr 2026 4:11 pm
Ajit Pawar crash case: Rohit Pawar raises questions over Ashok Kharats role

Speaking to reporters in Pune after visiting the CID office, Pawar claimed there were preliminary indications suggesting a possible connection between Kharat and the incident

28 Apr 2026 4:10 pm
Gunman opens fire at 2 locations in the Greek capital Athens, several injured

Authorities said the suspect, reportedly an 89-year-old man armed with a shotgun, first attacked an employee at the office before targeting a court building

28 Apr 2026 3:57 pm
Swati Maliwal joins BJP, cites governance concerns and policy alignment

Maliwal, who previously served as a Rajya Sabha Member of Parliament and held key responsibilities in Delhis governance ecosystem, confirmed that her decision to join the BJP was voluntary and driven by her long-standing observation of the partys work

28 Apr 2026 3:44 pm
Srinagar Police attach Rs 1.5 crore property of drug peddler under NDPS Act

Continuing its anti-drug drive under Nasha Mukt Jammu and Kashmir Abhiyaan, Srinagar Police attached a residential property worth Rs 1.5 crore linked to an alleged drug peddler. The action aims to dismantle financial networks of the narcotics trade and curb trafficking in the region

28 Apr 2026 3:36 pm
Female workforce participation in India rises from 23.3 pc to 40 pc: Mandaviya

Mansukh Mandaviya said that Indias female labour force participation rate has increased from 23.3 per cent in 201718 to 40 per cent in 2025, showing greater involvement of women in the workforce.

28 Apr 2026 2:53 pm
Maharashtra heatwave: Yellow alert issued for parts of Vidarbha

According to a weather bulletin, Amravati recorded the highest maximum temperature at 46.6 degrees Celsius. Heatwave conditions were also reported on Monday, April 27, in multiple districts those recorded high temperatures

28 Apr 2026 2:47 pm
Congress seeks all-party talks on womens reservation without delimitation in LS

Jairam Ramesh has called for an all-party meeting to discuss how the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, 2023 can be implemented using the current strength of the Lok Sabha. Opposition parties support womens reservation but oppose delimitation

28 Apr 2026 2:30 pm
Odisha: Man digs up sisters skeleton, takes it to bank; here`s what happened

The tribal man had repeatedly approached the bank to withdraw the money following his sisters death. However, officials insisted on the account holders presence, which was not possible. Despite explaining the situation, his requests were reportedly denied

28 Apr 2026 2:17 pm
Dawood Ibrahims aide Salim Dola deported to India, to be handed over to NCB

The operation marks a major step in the countrys ongoing crackdown on transnational narcotics networks. Dola was brought to Delhi airport in the early hours aboard a special aircraft following a coordinated operation involving Indian intelligence agencies and their international counterparts

28 Apr 2026 1:52 pm
No double standards in combating terrorism: Rajnath Singh at SCO meet

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh urged member nations of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation to adopt a zero-tolerance approach towards terrorism, stressing that there should be no double standards in dealing with state-sponsored terror

28 Apr 2026 1:33 pm
Jaisalmer sizzles at 46.4 degrees; Rajasthan in grip of intense heatwave

Jaisalmer recorded a record-breaking 46.4 degC, marking one of the harshest April heatwaves in Rajasthan. Several cities crossed 40 degC, with severe conditions prevailing across multiple districts. While thunderstorms and light showers brought temporary relief in some regions

28 Apr 2026 1:14 pm
CM leads BJP protest in Delhi Assembly over Womens Reservation Bill

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta led a protest by BJP legislators at the Delhi Legislative Assembly, demanding implementation of the Womens Reservation Act after the bill failed to secure a two-thirds majority in the Lok Sabha

28 Apr 2026 1:06 pm
West Asia War: Donald Trump reviews Iran proposal to reopen Strait of Hormuz

The White House confirmed that Donald Trump and his national security team are discussing a fresh proposal from Iran to end the conflict and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The plan suggests restoring maritime flow while delaying nuclear negotiations

28 Apr 2026 11:48 am
Iraq PM race: Ali al-Zaidi emerges as surprise candidate

Iraqs dominant Shiite coalition has nominated businessman Ali al-Zaidi as prime minister after weeks of political deadlock. The political newcomer now faces the challenge of securing parliamentary approval and tackling economic and security issues amid regional tensions

28 Apr 2026 11:45 am
US rejects Irans control over Strait of Hormuz, warns against illegal claims

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio criticised Irans attempt to regulate and charge vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz, calling it unacceptable. The move comes amid rising tensions, with global leaders urging restoration of free maritime movement in the crucial oil route

28 Apr 2026 11:44 am
Iran FM Araghchi discusses US and Israel tensions with Putin

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi held detailed talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin, discussing tensions involving the US and Israel, regional developments, and strengthening strategic ties. Moscow assured support for Iran and efforts to restore peace in West Asia.

28 Apr 2026 11:42 am
Indonesia rail horror: Collision between two trains leaves 14 dead in West Java

The death toll from a collision between two trains in Bekasi, West Java, Indonesia, has risen to 14, with 84 people injured. President Prabowo Subianto visited victims at a hospital, offered condolences, and promised a swift investigation into the incident

28 Apr 2026 11:05 am
Australia moves to tax Meta, Google, TikTok unless they pay news outlets

Australia has unveiled draft laws proposing a levy on Meta, Google and TikTok unless they voluntarily strike payment deals with local news publishers, in a move aimed at supporting journalism and ensuring digital platforms pay for news content

28 Apr 2026 9:53 am
Four dead in Lebanon as Israel says action needed on Hezbollah arsenal

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun said direct talks with Israel sought to end the Israel-Hezbollah war and that those who dragged Lebanon into it were the ones committing treason -- a jab at the Iran-backed group, which claimed several attacks on Israeli targets in south Lebanon on Monday

28 Apr 2026 9:31 am
500 medieval cannonballs unearthed at Belgium construction site

Archaeologists in Nieuwpoort have uncovered around 500 medieval cannonballs during construction work, dating from 1350 to 1600 AD. The discovery highlights the towns historic military significance, with evidence also appearing in a 1641 map by Antonius Sanderus showing artillery near the excavation site

28 Apr 2026 9:13 am
Two teachers die of heatstroke during Census duty in Odisha

This marked three such incident in the state.Two school teachers in Odisha died of heatstroke while carrying out Census duties in high temperatures exceeding 37 degC in Mayurbhanj and Sundargarh districts. The incidents, part of a series of heat-related deaths in the state

28 Apr 2026 9:12 am
Russian drone strike hits Odesa, 14 injured including children

A Russian drone strike on Odesa injured 14 people, including two children, after hitting residential areas and civilian infrastructure. The attack underscores continued escalation in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, with Kyiv also reporting a retaliatory strike in the Russian-occupied Kherson region that killed two people

28 Apr 2026 9:09 am
Wool-based material shows promise in boosting bone regeneration

Researchers have developed a sustainable bone repair material using keratin derived from wool, which has shown the ability to guide new bone growth in animal models. The breakthrough highlights a promising, eco-friendly approach to advancing regenerative medicine and improving bone healing

28 Apr 2026 9:08 am