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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

Arvind Kejriwal criticised repeated raids by the Enforcement Directorate on Aam Aadmi Party leaders, questioning how much black money has been recovered. The ED conducted searches at multiple locations linked to Punjab minister Sanjeev Arora under FEMA, amid allegations of money laundering and political targeting by opposition leaders

Officials are probing alleged financial irregularities, including money laundering, insider trading, illegal land deals and round-tripping of funds from the UAE linked to Punjab minister Sanjeev Arora, his son and associates

Mhadei Research Center unveiled a poster highlighting 18 endemic snake species of the Northern Western Ghats, aiming to raise awareness about conservation in the ecologically rich Sahyadri region

BSE Sensex and Nifty 50 traded higher, supported by ceasefire optimism and foreign inflows. Markets showed resilience despite global caution, with investors closely tracking West Asia developments

At least eight people were killed after a gas pipeline explosion triggered a massive fire at the Hattar Industrial Estate in Pakistans Haripur district. The blast, which also set nearby homes ablaze, left several women and children injured, while rescue teams continue operations

A man admitted to Kailash Deepak Hospital in Delhis Anand Vihar was safely rescued after he climbed onto a fifth-floor balcony ledge and threatened to jump. Delhi Fire Service and hospital staff persuaded him to come down after about 30 minutes

South Korea has announced a 6.1 trillion won (USD 4.12 billion) cash assistance programme to support the bottom 70 per cent of income earners amid rising oil prices and economic pressure from the West Asia crisis

Israeli artillery continued targeting the towns of Khiam and Dibbine, with reports of machinegun fire during sweeping operations in the area. In the western Bekaa Valley, reconnaissance aircraft activity was also observed over the Rashaya region and the western slopes of Jabal al-Sheikh

Pressure must increase. Our launchers are now locked on the warships, and we will sink them all, Rezaei said.

Russia launched nearly 700 drones and dozens of ballistic and cruise missiles, primarily targeting civilians, in its biggest aerial barrage in almost two weeks, authorities said

The study uses biomolecular and archaeological evidence to reshape current views of Irelands farming history

Historians have long known that Shakespeare bought property in 1613 near the Blackfriars Theatre in London, but the exact location was a mystery

Just as the ceasefire began, the Israeli military stated that it had struck over 380 Hezbollah terror organisation targets in southern Lebanon in recent operations and remained on high alert to resume strikes if necessary

The accused, Anand Kumar, was arrested by a team of southwest cyber police for allegedly running an organised network of romance scams, honey-trapping and online blackmail targeting women through dating and matrimonial platforms, DCP (Southwest) Amit Goel said.

Hamza is regarded as LeTs second in command after its chief Hafiz Saeed, who has been imprisoned 2019.

The parents of the viral Kumbh Mela girl Mona Lisa claimed that she is only aged 16 and registered a case in Madhya Pradesh against Mohammad Farman

Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel will maintain a 10-km security zone in Lebanon during the ceasefire. Donald Trump expressed optimism about ongoing talks for a broader peace deal

The US Central Command said US forces are enforcing a large-scale blockade on Irans ports using over 10,000 troops, warships like USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), and aircraft amid rising tensions

Stalin hoisted a black flag and burnt a copy of the Bill circulated by the Union government and raised slogans condemning the move

Droupadi Murmu will visit Himachal Pradesh from April 27 to May 2. The itinerary includes Shimla, Atal Tunnel and Palampur, along with official engagements and a university convocation

Keir Starmer and Emmanuel Macron will host a global summit on reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Around 40 nations will discuss securing shipping routes and stabilising global trade

The Bill was later introduced with 251 members supporting it and 185 members voting against the introduction.

Donald Trump said Iran must not acquire nuclear weapons, disagreeing with Pope Leo XIV. He warned of global risks while defending his stance amid ongoing tensions

A Substack post asked a pertinent question is the consistency required by social media, and the demand of the audience, interfering with the creative process? The answer is complicated

Wheelchair users, both cricketers and fans, spoke out about making the Wankhede Stadium and washrooms more accessible for people with disabilities

Donald Trump claimed Iran has agreed to return nuclear dust and not pursue nuclear weapons. The statement comes amid ongoing US-Iran talks and a fragile ceasefire, with both sides aiming for a broader peace deal

A SpiceJet Boeing 737-700 aircraft (VT-SLB), operating flight SG-124 from Leh to Delhi, was taxiing to parking bay No. 106 after arrival when its winglet reportedly came into contact with the horizontal tail surface (HTS) of an Akasa Air Boeing 737 aircraft positioned on the apron

The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has assured that LPG supply across the country remains stable despite challenges caused by the current geopolitical situation. The government has also prioritised essential sectors, boosted alternative fuel use, and taken action against hoarding

The blockade of the Strait of Hormuz continues to impact global shipping, with German logistics giant Hapag-Lloyd reporting that around 150 sailors remain stranded aboard six vessels in the region

Vidarbha was by far the worst affected. The region recorded the most extreme temperatures in the state, with Akola and Amravati both touching 44.2 degrees Celsius, the highest in Maharashtra and the entire country so far this year

After days of searing temperatures of 42 to 43 degrees Celsius, the expected transition to rain and lightning could catch residents off guard, prompting officials to urge heightened caution

According to the latest data released by the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Akola and Amravati both touched 44.2 degrees Celsius on April 16, marking a sharp spike in the ongoing heatwave across Vidarbha

Speaking during a debate in the Lok Sabha, she alleged that the government has moved from exerting pressure on institutions to launching what she described as an open attack on democracy

A total of 1,278 candidates received job offers from 38 reputed companies. These included firms such as Mahindra & Mahindra, Tata Motors, Flipkart and DMart, an official statement said

Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted that Indian Railways has undergone a major transformation over the past decade through reforms, technology upgrades and sustained investment via sharing an article by Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw

The clash between sitting corporator Rohini Chimate and former corporator Rajshree Kale escalated during an official review meeting of a 3 cr womens hostel project in Baner, forcing security personnel to intervene. The dispute, later circulated widely on social media