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Delhi Assembly security breach: Masked man, two others held

The masked man, driving his car with a UP registration number, rammed through the security barricades at Gate No 2 at around 2 PM and then managed to escape

6 Apr 2026 10:57 pm
West Bengal Shiv Sena (UBT) leader quits party ahead of polls

In his resignation, Susovan Ganguly on Monday cited an alleged internal mismanagement and neglect of the states interests as key reasons for his decision

6 Apr 2026 9:01 pm
What will NASA astronauts see near the Moon`s sphere? here`s all about it

NASAs Artemis II mission has entered the Moons sphere of influence, bringing astronauts closer to the lunar surface than any humans in over 50 years. The crew is set to witness the most exciting moments and views of the mission

6 Apr 2026 7:32 pm
INS Trikand visits Dar es Salaam to strengthen maritime cooperation

During the port call, the crew will take part in professional exchanges and joint training activities with the Tanzania Navy. These exercises are aimed at improving interoperability and enhancing coordination between the two naval forces, an official statement said

6 Apr 2026 5:11 pm
West Asia conflict: India supports ongoing efforts to stop war, says Iran

External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar held a phone conversation with his Iranian counterpart, Abbas Araghchi, on Sunday and discussed the recent developments about the situation in West Asia

6 Apr 2026 4:53 pm
Amit Shah holds roadshow in Alappuzha as BJP marks foundation day in Kerala

Union Home Minister Amit Shah held a roadshow in Alappuzha and attended BJPs foundation day event in Thiruvananthapuram, signalling the partys focus on Kerala ahead of the April 9 Assembly elections

6 Apr 2026 4:33 pm
Sunetra Pawar files nomination for Baramati Assembly seat bypoll

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar filed her nomination for the 2026 Baramati Assembly bypoll, emphasising that the local residents are leading the election. Congress sets FIR condition; polling scheduled for April 23

6 Apr 2026 3:47 pm
PM Modi assures no state will lose representation under womens reservation law

PM Modi said the Womens Reservation Act will not reduce any states representation and will instead increase seats to ensure fairness. He urged all parties to support the bill in the April 16 special Parliament session

6 Apr 2026 3:37 pm
Iran military says US airman rescue operation `completely foiled`

The so-called US military rescue operation, planned as a deception and escape mission at an abandoned airport in southern Isfahan under the pretext of recovering the pilot of a downed aircraft, was completely foiled, said Ebrahim Zolfaghari, spokesman for the military`s central command, Khatam Al-Anbiya

6 Apr 2026 3:32 pm
Sharad Pawar, Ramdas Athawale among 19 Rajya Sabha members to take oath

The oath was taken in the presence of Rajya Sabha Chairman CP Radhakrishnan. Deputy Chairman Harivansh, and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju were present during the ceremony in the Rajya Sabha chamber

6 Apr 2026 3:31 pm
Maharashtra: Central Railway removes speed restriction on Asvali-Padli section

The stretch, spanning 800 meters between Kms 160.57 and 160.13, had required careful monitoring, especially during the monsoon season

6 Apr 2026 3:19 pm
Goa court reserves order on Luthra brothers bail in nightclub forgery case

The brothers, owners of Birch by Romeo Lane, are accused of using forged documents, including a fake NOC, to obtain licences. Although they were granted bail in the fire tragedy case, they remain in custody due to the separate forgery charges

6 Apr 2026 3:18 pm
PM Modi highlights UCC and `One Nation, One Election` as key future goals

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during the BJPs foundation day event, emphasized that the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) and the One Nation, One Election system remain important unfinished goals for the party. He stated that discussions are ongoing and moving in a positive direction

6 Apr 2026 3:09 pm
Ceasefire talks between US and Iran gain momentum through Pakistan`s channel

The US and Iran are reviewing a Pakistan-mediated ceasefire proposal that includes an immediate truce and reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, followed by a broader agreement within weeks

6 Apr 2026 3:03 pm
Light rain forecast for Mumbai; Vidarbha to receive rainfall till April 10

Mumbai is likely to see a partly cloudy sky over the next 24 hours, with chances of light rain or drizzle in the city and suburbs. Daytime temperatures are expected to hover around 31 degrees Celsius, while minimum temperatures may settle near 23 degrees Celsius, keeping conditions humid

6 Apr 2026 2:05 pm
Pope Leo marks first Easter as pontiff with peace message

Leo addressed the faithful from an open-air altar in St Peters Square flanked with white roses, while the steps leading down to the piazza were filled with spring perennials, symbolically resonating with the popes message of hope

6 Apr 2026 1:28 pm
Suspected measles outbreak kills nearly 100 children in Bangladesh

Health ministry figures revealed that suspected measles cases among children aged six months to five years have surged to 6,476. Confirmed cases stand at 826, with 16 laboratory-confirmed deaths, though officials say many more may have died before testing could be done

6 Apr 2026 12:59 pm
African fish climbs waterfalls

But they take many breaks, demonstrating the invaluable role that rest plays in physical exertion

6 Apr 2026 12:27 pm
Supriya Sule seeks urgent help for 41 Maharashtra travellers stranded in Riyadh

The NCP (SP) Working President and Lok Sabha MP from Baramati said that 41 Indians from Bhokardan were stranded in Riyadh after Akasa Air abruptly cancelled their flight to Mumbai. She also listed all the passenger names

6 Apr 2026 12:23 pm
Airstrikes on Iran kill over 25 as Trump`s deadline to open Hormuz looms

More than 25 people were killed in US-Israel airstrikes across Iran, triggering retaliatory missile attacks by Tehran on Israel and Gulf nations. The escalation comes as Donald Trumps deadline for reopening the Strait of Hormuz approaches, heightening fears of a wider regional conflict and energy crisis

6 Apr 2026 12:10 pm
Ancient dice discovery rewrites history of gambling

The research shows that dice, gambling, and games of chance have been part of Native American cultures for at least 12,000 years

6 Apr 2026 11:56 am
Israel: Two dead, 2 missing after missile strike on Haifa residential building

An Iranian missile strike on a residential building in Haifa has left two people dead and two missing, with several others injured. Emergency teams continue rescue operations as hostilities between Israel and Iran intensify, raising fears of further escalation

6 Apr 2026 11:55 am
West Asia conflict is Donald Trumps personal war, says Iran leader India envoy

Irans Supreme Leaders representative in India has termed the ongoing West Asia conflict a personal war of Donald Trump against Iran. He defended Irans control over the Strait of Hormuz and blamed the crisis on US-Israel actions, while emphasising longstanding ties between Iran and India

6 Apr 2026 11:30 am
Akasa Air continues Jeddah flights, extends refund waiver amid Mideast tensions

Akasa Air will continue flights to Jeddah while suspending services to select Gulf destinations amid the Middle East conflict. The airline has extended its waiver on cancellation and rescheduling charges until April 12, allowing passengers flexible travel options

6 Apr 2026 10:55 am
Heavy rain likely in TNs Western Ghats; north to stay dry

The India Meteorological Department has forecast heavy rainfall in parts of southern Tamil Nadu, especially along the Western Ghats, while northern regions including Chennai are expected to remain dry with rising temperatures

6 Apr 2026 10:54 am
Nomination filing for TN Assembly elections to close today

Nomination filing for the Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections closes today, with over 3,400 candidates already in the fray. A last-day surge is expected as key leaders, including Edappadi K. Palaniswami, prepare to file papers, intensifying the electoral contest

6 Apr 2026 10:54 am
Liveable or not: Who decides?

Some experts say the quality of life in Indian cities is deteriorating, but their views sound divorced from reality

6 Apr 2026 9:06 am
There must be zero tolerance for violations in sport

The Athletics Integrity Unit is an independent anti-doping watchdog established by the World Athletics

6 Apr 2026 9:05 am
Kerala woman goes missing during trek at Tadiandamol; search intensified

Additional personnel and drone cameras have been deployed to search for her, Karnataka Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre said on Sunday.

6 Apr 2026 8:43 am
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin calls DMK manifesto the superstar of 2026 polls

Stalin detailed several superstar highlights, most notably the Illatharasi (Homemaker) scheme

6 Apr 2026 8:38 am
Rahul Gandhi hails Zubeen Garg, calls Assam CM Sarma the most corrupt

Zubeen Garg worked his entire life to unite people of Assam; he never misbehaved with anyone said the LoP Rahul Gandhi

6 Apr 2026 8:33 am
Himantas wife holds 3 passports, says Cong; CM Sarma calls claims fabricated

Hitting back at Khera, Sarma said that as Assam moves decisively towards a historic mandate, such desperate and baseless attacks only expose the Congress sinking ground

6 Apr 2026 8:27 am
West Asia war: Trump issues expletive-laden threat to Tehran

Iran threatened on Sunday to step up its attacks on oil and other civilian infrastructure facilities if the US and Israel attack Iranian civilian facilities

6 Apr 2026 8:19 am
BJP headquarters blast: Punjab police arrests two key suspects

Two men were arrested in Haryana for the April 1 blast outside BJP Punjab headquarters in Chandigarh. The explosion caused damage to nearby vehicles but no casualties were reported.

6 Apr 2026 8:14 am
Maharashtra: Missing 17-year-old found dead in Beed; police begin investigation

The body of a 17-year-old girl, missing for three days, was recovered from a well in Beed district. Police suspect she was married as a minor and said action will be taken under the law if confirmed

5 Apr 2026 10:25 pm
Maharashtra: Congress fields Akash Vishwanath More for Baramati bypoll

The Congress has announced Advocate Akash Vishwanath More as its candidate for the Baramati Assembly by-election in Maharashtra. The decision, approved by party chief Mallikarjun Kharge, signals a strategic move as parties gear up for key electoral contests in the state

5 Apr 2026 9:14 pm
Iranian drones strike Bahrain`s petrochemical firm, fire under control

Iranian drones struck the Gulf Petrochemical Industries Company in Manama, triggering fires in multiple operational units that were later brought under control without casualties. The attack comes amid escalating regional tensions involving Iran and Israel

5 Apr 2026 7:49 pm
Over 6,000 Uttar Pradesh workers in Israel safe; govt in constant touch

More than 6,000 workers from Uttar Pradesh currently in Israel are safe despite ongoing tensions, officials confirmed. The state government, under Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, is maintaining regular contact with the Indian Embassy to monitor their well-being

5 Apr 2026 7:48 pm
Gunfire reported near White House; no injuries

US authorities launched a security response after gunfire was reported near Lafayette Park, close to the White House. The United States Secret Service confirmed no injuries and said no suspect has been identified so far

5 Apr 2026 7:44 pm
Election Commission cracks Rs 651 crore across states/UTs; 319 crore from WB

Ahead of assembly elections in five states, the Election Commission of India has seized over Rs 651 crore worth of cash, liquor, drugs and freebies. West Bengal recorded the highest recoveries, followed by Tamil Nadu, Assam, Kerala and Puducherry

5 Apr 2026 7:32 pm
Maharashtra: Latur police book bikers for modified silencers

Police in Latur registered cases against eight bikers for using loud modified silencers as part of a drive against noise pollution. In a separate incident, a tempo driver from Nanded allegedly died by suicide inside his parked vehicle, with a note shared on WhatsApp under investigation

5 Apr 2026 6:13 pm
MP building collapse: Three pulled alive; search continues for others

Anuppur Collector Harshal Pancholi said, Five people have been rescued, of whom two have died, and three are undergoing treatment. The NDRF-SDRF team and district administration are engaged in rescue operations

5 Apr 2026 4:04 pm
Teen stabs his uncle, cousin to death during wedding procession in Wardha

According to the police, the family had been embroiled in a prolonged land dispute. Prima facie, the attack appears to be linked to the ongoing conflict

5 Apr 2026 3:51 pm
Ninth Indian tanker, `Green Asha` safely crosses Strait of Hormuz amid tensions

The Indian LPG carrier Green Asha safely crossed the Strait of Hormuz, becoming the ninth Indian vessel to transit the volatile route amid ongoing West Asia tensions

5 Apr 2026 3:06 pm
JKSA urges Jaishankar to help repatriate body of Kashmiri youth from Saudi

The Jammu and Kashmir Students Association has urged External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar to facilitate the repatriation of a Kashmiri youth who died of cardiac arrest in Saudi Arabia

5 Apr 2026 2:28 pm
Raghav Chadha hits back at AAP amid internal rift over Punjab issues

Raghav Chadha has strongly refuted allegations by AAP leaders, calling them a coordinated attack and asserting that he has consistently raised Punjab-related issues in Parliament

5 Apr 2026 1:28 pm
Karnataka: LPG shortage hits Mandya auto drivers as fuel bunkers shut operations

Auto drivers in Mandya are facing severe livelihood challenges due to an ongoing LPG shortage that has forced several fuel bunkers to shut down. With No Stock signs displayed, drivers are unable to operate their vehicles, many of which are financed through loans

5 Apr 2026 1:28 pm
Moody`s cuts India`s FY27 GDP growth estimates to 6 pc amid West Asia conflict

Moody`s Ratings has reduced Indias FY27 GDP growth forecast to 6 pc from 6.8 pc, citing the ongoing West Asia conflict as a key risk. The agency warned that disruptions in crude oil and LPG supplies could raise inflation, increase fuel and transport costs, and impact household consumption

5 Apr 2026 1:18 pm
Congress slams PM Modi`s LS expanison plan, calls it weapon of mass distraction

The Congress has strongly criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the proposed increase in Lok Sabha seats, calling it a Weapon of Mass Distraction. Party leader Jairam Ramesh alleged that the move would disproportionately benefit larger states like Uttar Pradesh while reducing the relative influence of southern and smaller states

5 Apr 2026 12:59 pm
Supreme Court sets up nine-judge bench to review Sabarimala temple entry verdict

The Supreme Court has constituted a nine-judge bench to review the 2018 Sabarimala verdict and related cases, addressing broader issues of religious freedom, gender equality, and the judicial review of essential religious practices

5 Apr 2026 11:39 am