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A magnitude 5.7 earthquake struck near Silver Springs, east of Carson City in Nevada, on Monday evening. The quake, which occurred at a shallow depth of 5 km, caused strong shaking in nearby areas lasting about a minute. Residents reported light to moderate damage, though no major casualties have been confirmed

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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un supervised fresh missile tests, including cruise and anti-ship missiles, launched from a newly unveiled destroyer. State media reported that the missiles successfully followed set trajectories and hit their targets, highlighting the countrys advancing naval strike capabilities

Fresh round of US-Iran talks could take place in Islamabad within the next two days, according to reports, with US President Donald Trump indicating a possible shift in venue. The move comes amid stalled negotiations and rising tensions, including a US blockade on Iranian ports

India and Germany have agreed to expand and deepen their strategic partnership following talks between Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul in Berlin. The discussions covered key areas such as trade, defence cooperation, digital governance

Deputy Election Commissioner Gyanesh Bharti chaired a high-level review meeting to assess preparedness for the upcoming West Bengal Assembly elections. Discussions focused on sensitive polling stations, voter assistance, webcasting, and security measures

Israeli police intercepted a garbage truck at a West Bank checkpoint and found around 70 Palestinians hiding inside, allegedly attempting to enter Israel in search of work. The men were detained for questioning, while the Israeli driver was arrested. The incident highlights growing economic hardship and restricted work access in the region

Lebanon and Israel held their first direct talks in decades in Washington, with both sides describing the discussions as constructive. Lebanese envoy Nada Hamadeh Moawad called for a ceasefire and humanitarian relief, while Israeli envoy Yechiel Leiter stressed security concerns and ruled out halting military operations

Indias External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held talks with Israeli and Australian counterparts amid rising West Asia tensions. Discussions focused on Iran, the Strait of Hormuz blockade, and global energy concerns as oil prices surge

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I think Kharat will be eliminated in an encounter. The reason is obvious; more names linked to him are likely to be revealed. These names are also connected to people in power, including ministers, Congress MP said

The call, which lasted over 40 minutes, marked the third interaction between the two leaders this year and came amid renewed diplomatic engagement between the two countries

France and the UK will host a global conference with over 40 countries to develop a plan to restore safe navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. The move comes amid rising tensions, failed US-Iran talks, and growing concerns over global oil supply disruptions

The Board of Trustees of the Lata Mangeshkar Medical Foundation has passed a formal resolution to rename the Nandoshi-based project accordingly. The hospital is being developed at Nandoshi, along Sinhagad Road on the outskirts of Pune

The Directorate General of Shipping has so far facilitated the safe return of more than 2,262 Indian seafarers from various locations across the Gulf region, officials said

Officials said students of the Kakabandha Ashram School complained of discomfort and fell ill after consuming food items not mentioned in the authorised menu on Sunday morning

According to preliminary reports, the blast occurred in a boiler tube at the Vedanta Limited power plant located in Singhitarai village during the afternoon

Under the new mechanism, the gates will automatically close when a train approaches and if the gate remains open, the system will prevent the train from getting a green signal.This will reduces the risk of accidents caused by human error or negligence, officials said

Officials noted that the daily average sale of 5 kg cylinders has risen considerably, from around 77,000 in February to approximately 1.1 lakh currently

Acting on a complaint, police launched an investigation and said the incident occurred on April 4, when the accused, Mohan Jaiswal, approached the teenager on a black Bullet motorcycle near Jahangirpuri Metro Station. He then took her to a hotel in Murthal, where they had a meal

The new rules, notified on Tuesday, will come into effect from April 15, 2026, and aim to improve compliance, road safety and protect highway infrastructure

In September 2023, Parliament passed the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, commonly known as the Womens Reservation Act, which provides for reservation of one-third of seats for women in the Lok Sabha and state legislative assemblies

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held discussions with Australian and Israeli counterparts on the West Asia conflict, including concerns over Iran and the Strait of Hormuz. The talks come amid Indias ongoing diplomatic engagement with key partners in the Gulf region, including the UAE

The ACBs Jalna unit caught Kapil Bhimrao Kamble, a junior security officer and superintendent of the remand home, while accepting the bribe in the Palwan Chowk area on Monday evening, an official said

Rahul Gandhi combined attacks on both the Centre and the state government, positioning Congress as an alternative capable of challenging the BJP at the national level

The BJP, the single largest party in the 243-strong assembly with 89 MLAs, elected Choudhary as its legislature party leader soon after Nitish Kumar, who heads the JD(U) and became a Rajya Sabha MP last week, submitted his resignation to Governor Syed Ata Hasnain as the chief minister

Police said the arrest was made at around 1 am as part of an evidence-based investigation. So far, two persons have been arrested in the case, while others are under the scanner. Police said the investigation is ongoing and more arrests are likely

Lt Governor T S Sandhu expressed serious concern over the incident and said he had spoken directly with the officer to check on his well-being. He has ordered for a strict action in the matter

Kumar, who is the longest-serving Chief Minister of Bihar, shared the development through a post on social media following a cabinet meeting earlier in the day

Police in Noida arrested over 350 people after the workers protests turned violent, citing misuse of social media and misinformation. Authorities say the situation is under control as discussions with workers continue

PM Modi paid tribute to B. R. Ambedkar on his birth anniversary, while highlighting the abrogation of Article 370 and implementation of the Uniform Civil Code in Uttarakhand

The proposal was detailed by Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning on Tuesday, who said the framework reflects Chinas approach to addressing ongoing regional tensions through dialogue, cooperation, and adherence to international norms

A reported US blockade of Iranian ports and rising tensions around the Strait of Hormuz could disrupt global oil supplies by blocking Iranian exports and pushing crude prices higher. Analysts warn this may also impact LPG shipments to countries like India and increase overall energy market volatility

Iran`s FM Abbas Araghchi spoke with Badr bin Hamad Albusaidi over the phone to review recent developments, including discussions involving the United States

Union Home Minister Amit Shah held a roadshow in Kaliyaganj ahead of the West Bengal Assembly Elections 2026, targeting the Trinamool Congress and stepping up the BJPs campaign

The BJP is contesting 27 seats in alliance with the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) as part of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA)

India has extended multiple rounds of humanitarian assistance to Afghanistan amid ongoing crises. According to MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal, India delivered 13 tonnes of BCG vaccines to support child immunisation against tuberculosis

To assist voters, Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) will display coloured photographs of candidates along with their names, serial numbers and party symbols, making identification easier at polling stations, the ECI said

Gideon Sa`ar held talks with S. Jaishankar on key regional issues including Iran, the Strait of Hormuz, and Lebanon. Saar stressed the need to protect freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, calling Irans actions a threat to global trade

AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal will campaign in Tamil Nadu on April 20 and 21 in support of the DMK and Chief Minister M K Stalin ahead of the Assembly elections. While AAP is not contesting, it has extended support to the Secular Progressive Alliance

According to Police Commissioner Laxmi Singh, more than 300 individuals have been arrested in connection with the unrest. Police have registered multiple FIRs and are continuing efforts to identify those allegedly responsible for inciting violence

The sides are weighing new in-person negotiations in a bid to reach a deal aimed at ending their six-week war before the ceasefire expires next week, two US officials and person familiar with the development said

Rahul Gandhi supported protesting workers in Noida, saying rising inflation and low wages are pushing labourers into debt. He criticised government labour policies and said workers demand for better pay is justified

Sanctioned tankers linked to Iran have continued to pass through the Strait of Hormuz despite a US-imposed maritime blockade, according to tracking data. The vessels, reportedly carrying petroleum-related cargo, managed transit through the strategic waterway as US naval forces maintain a strong presence in the region

The DelhiDehradun Expressway is a major infrastructure project that will reduce travel time to about 2.5 hours while improving connectivity between Delhi and Uttarakhand. With modern facilities and strong environmental safeguards, it is expected to boost tourism, ease traffic, and support economic growth

Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath hailed Narendra Modis Rs 12,000 crore Delhi-Dehradun Economic Corridor, calling it a major boost to connectivity, tourism, and industrial growth across Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand

The convicts were associated with the Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind module. Investigating agencies said that the trio was planning serial blasts in Uttar Pradesh around August 15, 2021. They were also allegedly preparing for a major attack using a human bomb

Four senior students, including two former ones, were arrested for allegedly abducting a 19-year-old college student from near his hostel in BTM Layout, Bengaluru. The accused demanded a ransom of Rs 50,000, but police intervened swiftly and rescued the victim within four hours. An investigation is underway

A new study analysing 40 years of wildlife trade data has found that such practices significantly increase the risk of pathogen transmission between animals and humans. Researchers noted that wild mammals are 1.5 times more likely to share infectious agents with humans, with illegal wildlife trade further heightening the threat

A woman Maoist carrying a reward of Rs 5 lakh was killed in an encounter with security forces in Kanker district of Chhattisgarh. The deceased, identified as Rupi, was an area committee member and is believed to be among the last senior Telugu cadres active in the Bastar region