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The earthquake occurred at approximately 4:53 pm local time off the Sanriku coast, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA)

A political row erupted as the BJP hit back at Congress over its criticism of Indias foreign policy and remarks on Pakistan. The ruling party accused Congress of hypocrisy, while the opposition questioned the governments diplomatic strategy amid evolving global developments

Assam minister Jayanta Malla Baruah urged residents to remain cautious as heavy rainfall caused widespread waterlogging across Guwahati, disrupting traffic and daily life. Authorities have deployed emergency teams and shut schools while working to restore normalcy

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met South Korean President Lee Jae Myung in New Delhi, marking a key moment in strengthening bilateral ties. The leaders discussed energy security, critical minerals, and cooperation, while reaffirming their commitment to advancing the India-South Korea strategic partnership

Iran has reported over 3,375 deaths in its ongoing conflict with the US and Israel, including hundreds of children, highlighting the growing human toll of the war. Meanwhile, Lebanon has also seen rising casualties amid continued strikes, intensifying concerns over a widening regional crisis

Kiren Rijiju criticised the Indian National Congress after the Womens Reservation Bill failed in the Lok Sabha, accusing the party and its allies of blocking 33 percent quota for women and saying they must face consequences

Iranian forces reportedly launched drones toward US warships in the Sea of Oman following an alleged attack on an Iranian commercial vessel. The incident comes amid escalating tensions over the Strait of Hormuz, naval blockades, and competing claims of ceasefire violations by both sides

At least 12 people were killed and several others injured after a bus overturned in Udhampur. Rescue and medical teams rushed to the spot, and the injured have been taken for treatment

The Indian National Congress staged protests demanding immediate implementation of womens reservation in legislatures, accusing the Centre of delaying the quota law for political reasons after the bill faced a setback in the Lok Sabha

Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused the Trinamool Congress government led by Mamata Banerjee of fostering Maha jungleraj, alleging infiltration, neglect of tribal communities, and appeasement politics ahead of the West Bengal assembly elections

The Election Commission of India has added around seven lakh new voters to West Bengals electoral rolls ahead of assembly polls. Of these, over 3.22 lakh will vote in the first phase, while nearly 3.88 lakh will participate in the second phase

Nearly four decades after the Chernobyl disaster, wildlife has flourished in the abandoned Chernobyl Exclusion Zone. Species like wolves, bears, lynx and Przewalskis horses have rebounded, reclaiming the human-free landscape despite lingering radiation

Indias first advanced 3D glass chip packaging unit has been launched in Bhubaneswar, marking a major step in the countrys push toward high-tech manufacturing and semiconductor innovation

A humanoid robot developed for Honor broke records at the Beijing Half Marathon, completing the 21-km race in 50.26 minutesfaster than both the top human runner and the world record set by Jacob Kiplimo

Iran has shut the Strait of Hormuz, warning it will remain closed until the US lifts its blockade on Iranian ports. The move, along with reported firing by Iranian forces on a tanker, has heightened tensions and raised fears of a global energy crisis

At least 18 people were killed and six injured in a massive explosion at a private firecracker unit in Kattanarpatti. The injured are being treated at Virudhunagar Government Medical College Hospital, with several reported to be in critical condition

The Enforcement Directorate conducted raids at properties linked to a Kolkata Police DCP and others in a money laundering probe under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act. The action is tied to an alleged criminal syndicate led by a local accused involved in serious offences like extortion and attempted murder

A recent proposal about the need to reset the worlds clocks shows how India is preparing for global domination

The lane was also used as a garbage dump with a strong stench emanating and people covering their noses as they crossed over.

Oil prices surged on April 20 as tensions between Iran and the US disrupted tanker movement through the Strait of Hormuz. The reversal of Irans decision to reopen the route and continued naval blockade have heightened fears of a global energy crisis, impacting fuel prices worldwide

The wife of Atul, alias Bunty Dashrath Pantawane, was making tea when the LPG cylinder exploded, causing a fire that spread rapidly, an official said

The meeting brought together Directors General of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Border Security Force (BSF), Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), and Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP)

Lenskart has apologised after online backlash over a grooming policy document and issued a revised in-store style guide permitting employees to wear religious symbols, including bindi, tilak, hijab, turban and mangalsutra, at workplaces

According to officials, the robbery took place on Friday afternoon when five masked men entered the bank and fled with around 10 kilograms of gold and approximately Rs 35 lakh in cash

Vice-President CP Radhakrishnan departed for Sri Lanka on his first foreign visit since assuming office. The two-day trip includes scheduled meetings with Sri Lankan leadership and interactions with Indian-origin Tamil communities

Japan was placed on high alert after North Korea launched multiple suspected ballistic missiles from its eastern coast. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi confirmed emergency measures, with Japan, the US and South Korea coordinating closely

India summoned Iran`s envoy after two Indian-flagged ships came under fire in the Strait of Hormuz. New Delhi conveyed deep concern and urged Tehran to ensure safe passage for Indian vessels through the strategic waterway

Congress leaders Harshwardhan Sapkal and Nana Patole, Nationalist Congress Party (SP) legislator Rohit Pawar, and Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) leader Priyanka Chaturvedi said PM Modi`s speech for mainly focusing on attacking rival parties

Flights resume after 11-hour shutdown

Back in the 60s and 70s, singers often made the stars (Kishore Kumars singing helped elevate Rajesh Khanna to his superstar status).

With nearly 10,000 pieces of cultural heritage objects missing in Ukraines renowned museums, the country continues to raise awareness on it

Leo celebrated Mass at Yaounde Airport before an estimated 200,000 people, including President Paul Biya, 93, the worlds oldest leader.

Move came after the US said that it would not end its blockade of Iran-linked shipping

An Improvised Explosive Device (IED) and related material were seized during the operation, police said

The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations Centre said the tanker and crew were reported safe.

Officials said the animals will be introduced to their post quarantine, subject to veterinary clearance and established safety protocols

The medical teams included specialists such as paediatricians, physicians and gynaecologists, ensuring a wide range of healthcare services for villagers, officials said

According to the data, multiple cities across states in Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Telangana and Andhra Pradesh have recorded some of the highest temperatures in the country

In his address, the Prime Minister said that the progress of women in the country has slowed down despite efforts by the government. He noted that citizens across India are witnessing this slowdown

US Israel attack Iran: Tensions in the Middle East remain high as violence, political disagreements and stalled peace talks continue

A container vessel was hit by a projectile near the Strait of Hormuz, causing damage to onboard containers. It is the second such incident in a week, raising fresh concerns about maritime security in the region

Nida Khan of TCS in Nashik, accused in a case involving alleged sexual harassment and religious conversion-related allegations, has applied for anticipatory bail citing her pregnancy

Pawar said the fight for womens reservation will continue, while the Opposition denied support for the bill. The legislation failed to secure the required two-thirds majority despite majority votes in favour

The Supreme Court has increased a womans monthly maintenance to Rs 25,000, ruling that a husbands loan repayments cannot reduce his legal duty to support his wife

According to police, the accused were influenced by extremist ideology and were part of encrypted social media groups where radical content was shared

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