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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
Investigators are working to piece together the exact sequence of events and have conducted a detailed mapping of the crime scene. They are also collecting minute-to-minute details of the accuseds movements, beginning from Alwar, where he allegedly committed rape, to the crime in Delhi
The Embassy of India in Bamako has urged Indian nationals in Mali to remain highly vigilant and stay indoors after coordinated attacks by armed groups in several areas, including Kati. While Malian forces said the situation is under control, security operations are ongoing
BJP faces a tough challenge in the second phase of West Bengal Assembly polls, where most constituencies have historically supported the Trinamool Congress. While BJP performed strongly in phase one, it struggled in these regions in 2021.
After several Rajya Sabha MPs, including Raghav Chadha and others, announced their exit from the Aam Aadmi Party and move towards the Bharatiya Janata Party, BJP leaders said the shift shows growing public confidence in Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Senior BJP leaders also criticised AAPs leadership, calling the development a reflection of interna
Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon killed four people despite an extended ceasefire with Hezbollah. Continued attacks and shelling have raised tensions, with Hezbollah warning it may respond
The incident, which left multiple people dead and injured, has sparked criticism over AI safety decisions. OpenAI said the account had been flagged for violent content and is now reviewing its policies and coordination with law enforcement
According to officials, the booking process commenced at 6 pm on April 15, with the final ticket issued by 7:28 pm. A total of 10,855 tickets were successfully generated through the official IRCTC portal during this period
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed multiple hospitalisations as rescue operations continued amid fears of people trapped under rubble in Dnipro
Amit Shah claimed the Bharatiya Janata Party will form the government in West Bengal, while All India Trinamool Congress dismissed the prediction ahead of phase 2 polling
Abbas Araghchi arrived in Islamabad for talks amid tensions with the United States. President Donald Trump has also sent his envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Pakistan on Saturday to continue talks with Iran, the White House highlighted
The Aam Aadmi Party is in damage-control mode after seven Rajya Sabha MPs joined the BJP. Manish Sisodia met Arvind Kejriwal to discuss strategy, while the party plans to approach the Rajya Sabha Chairman seeking action under anti-defection laws
The Indian National Congress has expressed solidarity with Pawan Khera and said it will challenge the Gauhati High Courts rejection of his anticipatory bail in the Supreme Court of India, calling it a case of political intimidation
C. P. Radhakrishnan arrived in Jaipur to attend the University of Rajasthans 35th convocation and a cancer survivors event, highlighting focus on education, healthcare, and public welfare initiatives
The BJP will step up its campaign in West Bengal on Saturday with rallies and roadshows led by Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh and party chief Nitin Nabin. The outreach comes ahead of the second phase of polling on April 29, as the party looks to build on its strong first-phase turnout
Taking it to X, Nabin on Friday extended warm wishes to all seven Members of the Parliament, encouraging them to work towards achieving the goal of Viksit Bharat by 2047.
Scott Bessent said the United States will not renew oil waivers for Russia and Iran. The move comes amid tensions over the Strait of Hormuz and rising concerns in global energy markets.
Abbas Araghchi ruled out direct talks with the United States during his visit to Pakistan. Tehran said Islamabad will act as a mediator, conveying messages between both sides amid ongoing tensions
Pete Hegseth said the United States is intensifying its naval blockade against Iran, accusing its forces of maritime aggression. Washington reiterated that pressure will continue unless Iran abandons its nuclear ambitions
According to a report by Al Jazeera, Lavrov noted that The United States has officially stated that no one can dictate to it. They only care about their own well-being, during an interview with Public Television of Russia.
Abbas Araghchis visit to Pakistan has raised expectations of renewed dialogue between Iran and the United States, with American envoys also set to travel to Islamabad for discussions
Seventy-three Opposition MPs have submitted a notice in the Rajya Sabha seeking the removal of Gyanesh Kumar, alleging partisan enforcement of the Model Code of Conduct. The move also cites inaction over complaints related to Narendra Modis pre-election address
A young tiger cub was found dead in the core area of Kanha Tiger Reserve, pushing the states tiger death toll to 22 this year. Authorities are investigating the cause of death
The Svitzer Balder, built by Uzmar Shipyard, has successfully completed sea trials. The battery-methanol hybrid tug can handle most harbour operations on electric power, significantly reducing emissions
Authorities in Jakarta have launched a large-scale operation to remove invasive janitor fish from the Ciliwung River, aiming to restore ecological balance. The species, originally imported for aquariums, has thrived in polluted waters and disrupted local biodiversity
South Korean prosecutors have sought a 30-year prison sentence for ousted President Yoon Suk Yeol, accusing him of abusing power and escalating tensions with North Korea ahead of imposing martial law in 2024
A crane collapse near Jyotiba Temple damaged power infrastructure, cutting electricity to over 8,600 consumers, including industries and homes. Authorities have launched an investigation as restoration work continues amid safety concerns
Activist Gurjeet Singh Khalsa safely descended from a 400-foot BSNL tower in Punjab after a 560-day protest demanding stricter laws against sacrilege. His prolonged demonstration ended following assurances and recent legislative action by the state government
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the high voter turnout in the first phase of polls signals a wave of change in West Bengal, claiming it reflects growing support for the BJP and a shift away from the ruling TMC
While it is necessary that cab and auto drivers are able to communicate with passengers in Marathi, abiding by traffic rules and maintaining road discipline are equally important
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Addressing an election rally in Howrah, Banerjee alleged that the Yamunas condition reflected poor governance under the BJP, claiming the Prime Minister would not be able to undertake a similar ride in the national capital
The accused, Shaila Sonar, allegedly barged into her former boyfriends house and stabbed his wife in the head and neck with a knife. The victim, identified as Sadhna Sonpethkar (42), died on the spot. Sonar was apprehended at the scene, the official said
In a post on X, Singh said he would submit a letter to the Rajya Sabha chairman demanding that the three MPs be disqualified under the anti-defection law
Maliwal said the party had moved away from the principles of transparency and clean politics that defined its early years. She expressed disappointment over what she described as a shift in priorities under Kejriwals leadership
Announcing the decision at a joint press conference, Chadha said that two-thirds of AAPs Rajya Sabha members had opted to merge with the BJP under constitutional provisions
The development comes amid an ongoing US-Israel-Iran war that has disrupted global energy supplies and raised geopolitical risks across the Middle East
Sapkal said that given the current political arithmetic in Maharashtra, cooperation among alliance partners is essential to maximise electoral outcomes
India and the United States made progress in trade talks in Washington, agreeing to continue negotiations on a bilateral trade deal. However, changes in US tariff policies mean the agreement may need revision, while India has also opposed ongoing US trade investigations

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