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According to the weather department, Nagpur and Wardha are likely to experience some of the highest temperatures, touching around 44 degrees Celsius to 45 degrees Celsius

A court in Nashik has remanded self-styled godman Ashok Kharat to judicial custody till April 30 in a fourth sexual assault case. He is being investigated by an SIT for multiple allegations of sexual assault and financial fraud

The reptile, weighing around 150 kg and measuring 2.25 metres, was found hiding in bushes and was safely captured by the Hastinapur forest team. Officials later released it into the Ganga river

We have the majority, but we didn`t get the two-thirds majority required for the Constitution Amendment, so this bill couldn`t be passed, he said, while asserting that all other government business during the session was completed successfully

Opposition leaders, including K. C. Venugopal, criticised the Centre for linking womens reservation with delimitation in the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill, insisting they support the quota but oppose the linkage

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the nation at 8:30 pm after the Womens Reservation Bill failed to pass in the Lok Sabha. Earlier, he criticised the Opposition for not supporting the bill, calling their stance a mistake and accusing them of holding a negative mindset towards women, while warning of political consequences

Protesters blocked roads, forcing closures of shops and institutions, while police were deployed to maintain order. Opposition leaders demanded a judicial probe and compensation for the victims family

The Press Information Bureau (PIB) has debunked viral claims that the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) introduced new rules to exchange discontinued currency, confirming no such announcement and urging reliance on official sources

Flight operations at Pune airport resumed after an overnight disruption caused by a technical snag in an Indian Air Force aircraft. The runway was cleared following safety checks, with over 70 flights cancelled and several diverted before normal services gradually resumed

Myanmar has released over 4,500 prisoners, including former President Win Myint, as part of a New Year amnesty announced by the military-led government. It remains unclear whether political prisoners, including Aung San Suu Kyi, will also be freed

The Giant Magellan Telescope (GMT) is advancing through its final design phase as researchers seek funding for construction. Once completed, the 25.4-meter telescope will be one of the worlds largest and is expected to become operational in the 2030s

Researchers in Japan have developed a method to produce hydrogen gas using iron ions, sodium hydroxide, and methanol under UV light. The process achieved high hydrogen output, comparable to expensive catalysts, offering a potential low-cost clean energy alternative

Thousands of people in Manipur held a torch rally in Imphal West despite prohibitory orders, protesting a bomb blast in Bishnupur district that killed two children. Protesters demanded the arrest of those responsible, with the rally leading to clashes with security forces

Germany has launched a research initiative to assess lithium deposits trapped in deep underground saline brines in the North German Basin. The study aims to explore whether the resource can be extracted to support Europes growing electric vehicle industry

Researchers have found experimental evidence of dark points or optical vortices within light waves that appear to move faster than light under specific conditions. The findings support a decades-old theoretical prediction first proposed in the 1970s

A 202425 caste survey by the Telangana government has found around 89,000 children engaged in daily wage labour. The report highlights that 14 pc of them belong to SC communities and 11pc to ST communities, raising concerns over child welfare and education.

US President Donald Trump has reiterated that the US will take Irans enriched uranium as part of ongoing negotiations, even as Tehran firmly denied any such agreement. The conflicting claims highlight deepening tensions between the two sides despite continued diplomatic engagement

Iran has firmly rejected US President Donald Trumps claim that it agreed to transfer enriched uranium, calling it false and unacceptable. Amid ongoing negotiations, Tehran stressed that such a move is non-negotiable, even as tensions rise over maritime security and nuclear talks

Iran has warned of reciprocal action if the US continues its maritime blockade, while outlining strict conditions for ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz. The move comes amid ongoing tensions, with the strategic oil route remaining crucial for global energy supply chains

The Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (DESI) has completed its five-year mission, producing the most detailed 3D map of the universe to date. Operating from the Kitt Peak National Observatory, it mapped over 47 million galaxies and quasars, offering new insights into the evolution of the cosmos

An Election Commission flying squad detained four men and seized a firearm after a car chase near the Silver Cascade entry point in Kodaikanal. The incident occurred during routine checks when officials spotted a gun inside the vehicle

Five people were injured in Shivpuri district of Madhya Pradesh after a Mahindra Thar allegedly driven by BJP MLA Pritam Lodhis son, Dinesh Lodhi, hit a motorcycle. Police have registered a case and are investigating the incident

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese welcomed the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and stressed the need for stability, warning that prolonged conflict could impact global energy markets. He joined a summit hosted by Emmanuel Macron and Keir Starmer to discuss securing the vital trade route

The Supreme Court of India has directed Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh to install CCTV cameras to curb illegal sand mining in the National Chambal Gharial Sanctuary, warning of strict action if violations continue

Astronauts from Artemis II said a Moon landing is absolutely doable soon after successfully completing a nine-day mission around the Moon. The crew, including Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and Jeremy Hansen, highlighted growing confidence in future lunar missions

Nine members of a family were killed after their car collided with a private bus and caught fire in Surpur taluk. A 10-year-old boy was the only survivor, with preliminary reports suggesting a tyre burst led to the fatal crash

Reservation can open the door for women in our temples of democracy. But it must be ensured that such leaders are truly empowered and not reduced to representatives for male relatives

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The post from Central Command came shortly before Trump thanked Iran for opening the Strait of Hormuz, which he said was completely open and ready for business

The proposed legislation, which sought to reserve 33 per cent seats for women in Parliament and state assemblies, received 298 votes in favour and 230 against, falling short of the numbers needed for passage

According to the latest weather data, Wardha emerged as the hottest location in the state at 44.4 degrees Celsius, closely followed by Akola (44.1 degrees Celsius) and Nagpur (44.0 degrees Celsius)

The four-day conference, held from 14 to 17 April, focused on key areas including operational preparedness, infrastructure, logistics, and human resources, along with an assessment of the current global security environment

Union Home Minister Amit Shah criticised the Opposition for attempting to block the Womens Reservation Bill by fuelling a North-South divide. He asserted that delimitation would not reduce southern states representation and challenged the Opposition to support the bill without delay

Members of the Hindutva outfit gathered outside the district collectors office and raised slogans condemning the incident

The deceased were identified as Jitendra Shelke (55) and his wife Anuradha (50), an official said, adding that their son sustained serious injuries in the accident

Speaking during a debate in the Lok Sabha, Gandhi argued that the bill does not genuinely focus on womens reservation. He alleged that it is being presented under the guise of womens empowerment while pursuing a different political objective

Gujarat High Court dismissed Asaram Ashram Trusts plea in a land dispute, allowing the state to reclaim over 45,000 sq m in Ahmedabad, citing encroachment and repeated violations of allotment conditions

Elaborating on Tehran`s rigid stance against incremental deals, the Deputy Foreign Minister said, We are not accepting any temporary ceasefire. He maintained that the current wave of violence should end here once and for all rather than being merely paused

Speaking at a press conference in Kolkata, CM Fadnavis questioned why the TMC was opposing the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter lists. He claimed that individuals whose names were removed for valid reasons had not raised objections

Speaking at a press conference, CM Fadnavis stated that the multinational company had taken the matter seriously and initiated necessary steps to support the investigation

Indias Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan will undertake a two-day visit to Sri Lanka from April 19, marking the first-ever bilateral trip by an Indian Vice President to the country. He is scheduled to meet President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya to strengthen bilateral ties and regional cooperation

European countries have expressed readiness to support mine-clearing and escort operations to secure shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, as global leaders prepare for a Paris summit led by the UK and France to discuss reopening the key trade route and ensuring maritime safety

The Kerala Health Department has highlighted that the UV index is particularly severe between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m., making direct sun exposure during these hours especially dangerous

Congress leaders, including Mallu Ravi, accused the Centre of misleading Parliament over the Womens Reservation Bill and objected to its linkage with the Delimitation Bill. The party has demanded an all-party meeting before voting, while leaders like Ujjwal Raman Singh and Imran Masood called for wider consultations, including a caste census

Maharashhtra`s Minority Commission chief Pyare Khan accused Navneet Rana of fuelling communal tension over the Amravati exploitation case involving minors, demanding her expulsion as police continue investigating the disturbing incident

The Supreme Court of India refused to grant interim protection to Pawan Khera in a case linked to allegations against Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarmas wife. The court directed him to seek anticipatory bail from a competent court in Assam while asking for an expeditious hearing of his plea

In a special parliament session, PM Modi congratulated Harivansh Narayan Singh on his re-election as Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman for the third consecutive term. He said the re-election shows deep trust of this house in you and praised Harivansh for his simple, efficient, and disciplined working style

FSSAI has ordered strict nationwide checks to curb the illegal use of calcium carbide and other harmful substances for fruit ripening, directing authorities to intensify inspections and take legal action against violators to ensure consumer safety

Officials stated that a property linked to Ashok Kharat in Sharanpur town was raided, where documents and electronic devices are currently under scrutiny