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After a sharp rise in temperatures earlier in the day, a sudden weather shift brought intense showers to Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad around 2:30 pm, catching commuters and pedestrians off guard during peak hours. Many were seen scrambling for shelter as the downpour intensified

Banerjee accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of attempting to incite unrest and create conditions for the imposition of Presidents Rule in West Bengal

Additionally, the party has reportedly requested the Secretariat not to allocate speaking time to the outgoing deputy leader, indicating a clear and immediate transition

In a statement attributed to the spokesperson of the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, Iran dismissed US assertions that its military infrastructure had been significantly damaged

In a post on X, the embassy cautioned that such groups could carry out attacks targeting locations associated with the United States. The advisory raised concerns over the safety of American citizens and assets in Iraq

Rahul Gandhi alleged that the government is attempting to institutionalise discrimination against CAPF personnel through the proposed law

The devices will be used in aeroplane mode to capture photos and videos during the 10-day lunar flyby mission. The move aims to modernise documentation and allow astronauts to share unique moments from space, while still ensuring spacecraft safety

The incident took place at the Civil Lines police station in Akola, where a woman was lodged after being arrested by cyber police in connection with an alleged fraud case involving Rs 80 lakh

In an official statement, the Ministry of Finance said the decision was taken in response to disruptions in global supply chains caused by escalating tensions in West Asia

Rahul Gandhi highlighted shortcomings in the ECHS, citing delays, lack of medicines and funding gaps affecting ex-servicemen. The government acknowledged payment delays but said efforts are ongoing to improve services and maintain healthcare support

The defence minister further said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi was using his diplomatic skills to protect Indian interests in the Gulf region

The week-long initiative under Mission Karmayogi aims to enhance civil servants capabilities nationwide, with training programs, workshops, and webinars focused on Technology, Tradition, and Tangible Outcomes, marking five years of the mission and the Foundation Day of the Capacity Building Commission

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh says, India`s defence exports have touched a new all-time high with a record Rs 38,424 crore in FY 2025-26. It marks a robust 62.66 per cent growth over the previous fiscal

Astronauts aboard Orion are conducting proximity operations and manual piloting as part of critical mission tests during Artemis II. Astronauts aboard Orion have begun a 10-day mission around the Moon

A 2023 post by Marco Rubio opposing unilateral US exit from NATO has resurfaced after Donald Trump hinted at reviewing Americas role in the alliance

Monitoring stations recorded small tsunami waves after a 7.4 magnitude quake hit the Molucca Sea, with shaking felt across nearby regions

Donald Trump said US forces are close to achieving core objectives in Iran, including weakening its missile capabilities and preventing nuclear development

Mojtaba Khamenei urged a nationwide effort to rebuild infrastructure and restore environmental damage following recent conflict, stressing resilience and future development

An explosion near the Bharatiya Janata Party office in Chandigarhs Sector 37 caused panic on Wednesday evening. Police said a crude explosive device was used, with multiple agencies launching an investigation

As of April 1 night, there is no movement from the Mumbai Police to take action against Shetty

L Sivaramakrishnans outburst at missing out on international commentary jobs had eyes opening wide. Hopefully, well remember him primarily as a highly talented spinner

Gioa nightclub fire: Saurabh Luthra and Gaurav Luthra secured bail in the Mapusa sessions court for the Goa fire tragedy, but remain jailed over a separate forgery case

Netherlands marked a milestone anniversary of same-sex marriage legalization, with new weddings held in Amsterdam, where it all began in 2001

Dhiraj Seth assumed charge as Vice Chief of the Army Staff, succeeding Pushpendra Singh. The decorated officer reviewed a guard of honour at a ceremony in New Delhi

Authorities launched a major crackdown on food adulteration units, including those producing ginger-garlic paste and bakery items like Osmania biscuits. In March alone, 61 cases were registered, 64 people arrested, and over 14,000 kg of products seized

Iran reportedly struck an oil tanker near Qatar as regional tensions escalated, with airstrikes hitting Tehran. US President Donald Trump hinted at a possible withdrawal if Irans nuclear ambitions are curbed

Passengers were left stranded in Wuhan, China after over 100 Baidu robotaxis stopped suddenly due to a system malfunction. With no injuries reported, commuters exited vehicles after activating emergency protocols

The aircraft completed its first test flight on Tuesday in Zhengzhou, located in central Chinas Henan province

A rubber boat carrying migrants capsized in the Aegean Sea after a high-speed chase with the coast guard. At least 18 people lost their lives, while 21 others were rescued amid rough sea conditions

The consignment, belonging to a new range of KitKat products (reportedly including a Formula 1-themed line), was being transported from a Nestl factory in central Italy to Poland when the entire truck went missing during transit

US President Donald Trump, whose rhetoric has swung between aggressive and conciliatory, said late Tuesday the fighting could end in two weeks, maybe three. The White House said he will deliver an important update on Iran at 9 pm local time

Following the price hike, a 19-kg commercial cylinder in Mumbai now costs Rs 2,031.00, while in Delhi, it is priced at Rs 2,078.50. The last hike of Rs 114.50 was announced on March 1. The price rise is likely to affect hotels, restaurants, and small businesses that depend heavily on commercial gas

The relief has been implemented through an exemption notification under the Customs Act, 1962 and will remain in effect from April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2027

The woman had been apprehended in connection with a financial fraud case involving Rs 80 lakh and was being held at the Civil Lines Police Station lockup

The government stated that only commercial LPG cylinder prices have been revised upward, as they are market-linked and deregulated

At least 10 FIRs, eight for alleged sexual assault or exploitation and two for cheating, have been registered against Kharat at Sarkarwada police station in Nashik, while the SIT has received more than 100 complaints over the phone against him

The Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) is set to meet in New Delhi to assess the impact of the escalating West Asia conflict on India. The review will cover key sectors such as food security, energy supply, fertilisers, trade, and the overall economy

Irans Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has reaffirmed support for Hezbollah in a message to its chief Naim Qassem, stressing continued resistance against the US and Israel amid escalating regional tensions

Addressing the gathering, PM Modi said the BJP is poised for a hat-trick victory in Assam, citing strong public support and governance performance

IOC has raised the price of its high-octane XP100 petrol to Rs 160 per litre in Delhi, up from Rs 149 earlier. This premium fuel is typically used in luxury vehicles and high-performance motorcycles to improve engine efficiency and performance

Brent crude futures dropped to an intraday low of USD 102.79 per barrel, down about 2.9 per cent from the days high of USD 105.86. At the time of reporting, Brent was trading around USD 103.19 per barrel, nearly 1 per cent lower

The Centre has introduced a bill in the Lok Sabha to recognise Amaravati as the sole and permanent capital of Andhra Pradesh. The move, backed by Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, aims to end uncertainty over the states capital and reverse the earlier three-capital proposal

Domestic GST revenues, while steady, grew at a comparatively moderate pace of 5.9 per cent, reflecting stable consumption trends within the country

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited a tea garden in Dibrugarh, where he interacted with workers and even plucked tea leaves, calling tea the soul of Assam. The visit comes ahead of the state Assembly elections scheduled for April 9

Acharya Nayan Padmasagars claim that Maharani Tararani was a Jain queen has stirred controversy as the statement goes against history claiming her as the daughter-in-law of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and one the most important figures in Maratha history

The government has stepped in to prevent a sharp rise in domestic airfares by allowing only a partial increase in aviation turbine fuel (ATF) prices, despite global crude oil volatility

The An-26 military transport aircraft was on a scheduled flight over the Crimean peninsula, which Russia annexed from Ukraine in 2014, the reports said. The military lost contact with the plane at around 6 pm on Tuesday

The long-haul carriers Emirates and Etihad, as well as the lower-cost airline FlyDubai, made the announcements on their websites

Finance (budget) secretary Rajan Vishal was transferred to the post of mission director, Jal Jeevan Mission, while special secretary to chief minister Sandesh Nayak was made Jaipur collector. Barmer collector Tina Dabi was shifted to Tonk as collector

The order, which Trump signed on the first day of his second term, declared that children born to parents who are in the United States illegally or temporarily are not American citizens