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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

Under the proposal, seats in several states are expected to increase significantly. Uttar Pradeshs strength would go up to 120 seats, Tamil Nadu to 59, West Bengal to 63, Kerala to 30, and Gujarat to 39

BJP MLA Devayani Farande, who participated in the rally, made strong remarks while addressing the issue. She alleged that Hindu girls were being pressured to observe roza and offer namaz, and accused the perpetrators of sexual assault and forced religious conversion

The incident occurred while one aircraft was stationary and another was taxiing on the ground at the Indira Gandhi International in Delhi, officials said

Iran has warned it could block trade across the Persian Gulf, Sea of Oman and Red Sea if US restrictions on its ports continue, while also rejecting any compromise on its nuclear enrichment rights amid escalating tensions

President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday said that a strong, self-reliant and developed India must be built on the foundation of Indian languages. Speaking at the convocation of the Mahatma Gandhi International Hindi University in Wardha, she urged citizens to learn at least one Indian language in addition to their mother tongue

Vice-President of India and Rajya Sabha Chairman C P Radhakrishnan administered the oath to the 16 newly elected or re-elected members, representing Bihar, Assam, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Maharashtra, Odisha, and Telangana

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut on Thursday said the Centre is mistaken if it believes opposition MPs will skip Parliament during voting on the delimitation bill due to state elections

Speaking during a debate in the Lok Sabha, the Prime Minister said the moment presents a historic opportunity to expand womens participation in governance and shape the countrys political future

The document, widely shared online, outlined grooming guidelines for store employees. It stated that bindis and tilaks were not allowed, and advised that sindoor, if worn, should be minimal

The operation was carried out by the Cyber Crime Police during the night of 15-16 April at a rented premises in Sangolda village. The accused were allegedly caught accepting bets through online applications during ongoing IPL matches

Delhi Police have arrested a West Bengal resident for allegedly defrauding more than 500 women across the country of nearly Rs 2 crore through fake profiles on dating and matrimonial apps. The accused is also accused of honey-trapping, romance scams and blackmailing

The Lok Sabha saw heated clashes as the government and Opposition debated key bills, with Amit Shah and Arjun Ram Meghwal defending them, while K. C. Venugopal and Asaduddin Owaisi raised concerns over federalism

Deputy Commissioner of Police (East) Deeksha Sharma said that the bodies of two children, both around two years old, were recovered late on Wednesday, hours after the fire broke out

The announcement signals a potential diplomatic breakthrough in a region marked by continued hostility and intermittent conflict between Israel and Lebanon. Earlier on Tuesday, the US hosted a trilateral meeting with Israel and Lebanon, marking their first high-level engagement since 1993

The move comes after multiple complaints from women employees alleging sexual harassment, coercion, and attempts at religious conversion at the TCS Nashik unit. Police have registered several FIRs in the case and arrested a number of individuals, including senior staff members

Speaking alongside Austrian Chancellor Christian Stocker, Modi highlighted plans to build reliable global supply chains by combining Austrias expertise with Indias scale. The visit, the first by an Austrian Chancellor to India in four decades, is expected to boost trade, investment and collaboration

Rajya Sabha Chairman C. P. Radhakrishnan described the first criticality of the 500-MW Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR) at Kalpakkam Nuclear Complex as a major national achievement

Police in Latur district launched the Police on Farmers Fields initiative to resolve farm disputes. Officials said a pipeline conflict in Hosur village was settled peacefully, preventing escalation and ensuring law and order through timely intervention

The Trump administration has unveiled plans for a giant United States Triumphal Arch to mark Americas 250th independence anniversary, triggering criticism over it being a vanity project funded partly by taxpayers

The Congress on Thursday accused the central government of trying to push delimitation through the backdoor under the cover of womens reservation. During a Lok Sabha debate on three related bills, party leader Gaurav Gogoi said the government should implement womens quota immediately based on the current strength of the House

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held bilateral talks with Austrian Chancellor Christian Stocker at Hyderabad House, focusing on strengthening cooperation in trade, technology, renewable energy, and cultural ties. The visit marks Stockers first official trip to India and aims to deepen India-Austria relations

Indian agencies are investigating a suspected radicalisation case linked to a TCS office in Nashik. Officials believe this may not be an isolated incident and are examining possible links to larger networks and banned organisations like the PFI

The anti-corruption bureau arrested two forest officers in Thane district for allegedly accepting a Rs 25,000-bribe to issue an NOC for a petrol pump. The accused were caught in a trap operation; further investigation is underway

A few schools in Chandigarh received bomb threat emails on Thursday, prompting swift action by police, bomb disposal squads, and emergency services. Anti-sabotage and sanitisation operations are underway, with authorities treating the threats seriously. The incident follows similar hoax threats reported recently in parts of Punjab and Haryana

The industry body reiterated that employee safety remains a non-negotiable priority and that companies maintain a zero-tolerance policy towards inappropriate behaviour. It emphasised that isolated incidents should not be seen as indicative of broader systemic issues across the sector

The United States Senate rejected a Democratic resolution to halt Donald Trumps Iran war, allowing continued military action. The move highlights tensions over war powers and Congresss role under the War Powers Act of 1973

Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani spoke with US President Donald Trump on Wednesday, urging urgent de-escalation and diplomatic solutions amid rising West Asia tensions. The two leaders also discussed the impact of regional instability on global energy markets and supply chains

US military claims it turned back 10 vessels in the first 48 hours of the naval blockade on Irans ports and the Strait of Hormuz. CENTCOM says zero ships broke through while Netanyahu affirms identical goals with Washington on eliminating Irans enrichment capability and reopening the strait

A 20-year-old delivery worker was killed after his bike was hit by a speeding Mahindra Thar in Sector 49. The victim, working with Domino`s Pizza, succumbed to injuries at a hospital, while the driver fled the scene

Security forces in Nigeria are on high alert after intelligence warned of a terror plot targeting Abuja airport and prisons. Groups like Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province are suspected

Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel and the United States share identical goals on Iran, including ending enrichment and ensuring maritime security, amid a fragile ceasefire and ongoing regional tensions

Shehbaz Sharif arrived in Jeddah as Asim Munir visited Tehran to revive US-Iran talks. The outreach highlights Pakistans growing diplomatic role amid rising West Asia tensions and regional peace efforts

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin announced a state-wide black flag agitation on April 16 against the Centre`s proposed delimitation exercise, warning of a heavy price if the southern states` concerns were ignored

Probe into the Tata Consultancy Services Nashik case reveals an alleged organised gang targeting female employees. Sandeep Karnik said nine cases have been filed, with SIT probing harassment, conversion claims and possible external links

Samrat Choudhary was sworn in as Bihar`s 24th Chief Minister on Wednesday, becoming the first BJP leader to hold the top post in the state. Governor Lt Gen Syed Ata Hasnain administered the oath, a day after Nitish Kumar Bihar`s longest-serving CM resigned

Top opposition leaders of the INDIA bloc convened at Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge`s residence on Wednesday, a day before a special three-day Parliament session, to build a joint strategy on the women`s reservation bill

The death toll from a boiler explosion at Vedanta Ltd`s power plant in Chhattisgarh`s Sakti district has climbed to 17 after four more workers succumbed to injuries. The blast, which occurred on Tuesday in a high-pressure steam tube connecting the boiler to a turbine at Singhitarai village, left 19 others hospitalised in Raipur and Raigarh

A newly studied Triassic reptile, Sonselasuchus cedrus, is upending assumptions about how ancient crocodile relatives moved. Belonging to a group called shuvosaurids an unusual branch of crocodile-line archosaurs the small creature is believed to have started life on four legs before transitioning to a two-legged stance

The Supreme Court on Wednesday stayed a Telangana High Court order that had granted Congress spokesperson Pawan Khera a one-week transit anticipatory bail in a case related to allegations he made against Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma`s wife

A chain-reaction pileup involving around 70 vehicles on a snow-covered stretch of Interstate 70 in Clear Creek County, Colorado about 80 km west of Denver shut down the eastbound highway on Tuesday. Officials evaluated 19 people for injuries, hospitalising eight, including one with serious injuries