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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

This report has particular resonance as the admission season will be upon us soon, and several parents will be looking out for their children to get admission into select institutions.

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

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