Mid Day

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

Hungarian opposition leader Peter Magyar has claimed victory in the parliamentary elections, with his Tisza party securing a decisive majority of 138 seats in the 199-member parliament. Prime Minister Viktor Orban conceded defeat, marking a major political shift and the end of Fideszs 16-year rule in Hungary

Uttarakhand Police conducted a full-scale security rehearsal in Dehradun ahead of Narendra Modis visit, reviewing protocols, traffic, and crowd control, with strict checks and a drone ban in place

The United States Navy has deployed 15 ships, including USS Abraham Lincoln, amid rising tensions with Iran, as Donald Trump signals a possible maritime blockade following failed talks

Revanth Reddy criticised Narendra Modi over delimitation and the Womens Reservation Bill, alleging political misuse and calling for wider consultations, a hybrid seat allocation model, and debate across Parliament and states

Ghanaian Premier League footballer Dominic Frimpong was killed after armed robbers attacked his team bus while returning from an away match. Masked assailants opened fire on the vehicle, forcing players to flee and take cover. Frimpong sustained gunshot injuries during the ambush and later died in hospital

Wildlife SOS, with the Maharashtra Forest Department, has secured 31 open wells in Junnar, reducing leopard accidents and strengthening human-wildlife coexistence through prevention and community support

A police constable was killed and four others injured after militants opened fire on a security team protecting a polio vaccination drive in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. The attack occurred in the Chapri Waziran area of Hangu district on the first day of a province-wide campaign

An army brigadier and his son were allegedly assaulted by a group of men in Vasant Enclave, southwest Delhi, after the officer objected to two individuals consuming alcohol inside a parked car. The incident occurred on Saturday, and police have initiated an investigation into the matter

Seven people were killed and four others injured after a speeding truck ran over them on a roadside in Surendranagar district of Gujarat in the early hours of Monday. Authorities are investigating the incident, which has raised concerns over road safety and reckless driving

A mild earthquake of magnitude 3.5 struck Myanmar early Tuesday, according to the National Centre for Seismology. The tremor occurred at a depth of 85 km, placing it in the intermediate category

Amid the West Asia war, US Vice President JD Vance said future nuclear deal talks with Iran depend on Tehrans willingness to commit. After stalled negotiations in Pakistan, the US emphasised the need for assurances on nuclear weapons

US President Donald Trump said he has not directly spoken with Chinese President Xi Jinping but noted that China wants the ongoing West Asia conflict to end. He warned Beijing of consequences if it supports Iran militarily. Trump also confirmed his rescheduled visit to China in May

PM Modi will inaugurate the Rs 12,000 crore Delhi-Dehradun Economic Corridor, reducing travel time to 2.5 hours. The project includes wildlife-friendly features and aims to boost connectivity, tourism, and regional economic growth

The coming generations in the city will never realise the relevance of public clock towers, and how citizens benefited from their presence in their everyday lives

Locals have demanded proactive waste collection, saying garbage is cleared only after they make calls to the authorities.

In a post on Truth Social, Trump declared that any Iranian ships nearing the blockade would face swift and forceful action. He said the US Navy would use aggressive tactics similar to those employed against maritime narcotics traffickers

Tomorrow is the last Cabinet meeting under the leadership of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar. The way Bihar has gained momentum in development over the last 20 years, he has left an indelible mark through his work, a BJP leader said

In an official statement, Chandrasekaran said that a thorough probe has been initiated under Arathi Subramanian to establish facts and identify those responsible

A bench of Justice Manoj Misra and Justice Prasanna B. Varale was hearing a petition filed by Poonam Dwivedi and other candidates challenging an Allahabad High Court order that had rejected their contention

Officials said that the expansion has been made possible due to the efforts of the Ministry of Civil Aviation, particularly the proactive approach of the Minister of State for Civil Aviation and Cooperation in enhancing airport capacity and connectivity

According to IMDs forecast, the chances of below normal and deficient rainfall are higher than usual, while the probability of above normal and excess rainfall is lower than climatological averages

The tigresses have established territories within the Chandoli Wildlife Division, marking a key milestone in the ongoing conservation initiative, officials said

The Israeli military has surrounded the key town of Bint Jbeil in southern Lebanon after days of intense fighting with Hezbollah. Israel said more than 100 Hezbollah fighters were killed in clashes and airstrikes over the past week

The move comes as part of joint efforts by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways and the Ministry of External Affairs to ensure the safe return of Indian vessels and crew members

Responding to questions about tensions with the US administration, Pope Leo XIV asserted that he is not a politician and does not wish to enter into a debate with Donald Trump