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Startup news and updates: Daily Roundup (April 8, 2026)

YourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Here's the roundup for Wednesday, April 8, 2026.

Major Administrative Reshuffle in Tamil Nadu Ahead of Assembly Elections

Chennai, April 8: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has initiated a significant administrative reshuffle in Tamil Nadu ahead of the state as

Opinion: Opinion | Trigger To Mere Bystander: Is This The Loneliest Day For Netanyahu?

Israel, the US's closest partner in the region and which lured Trump to take on Iran, was ultimatelt a mere spectator to the ceasefire agreement.

What are VOCs?

Ever recognised the unique smell of new books, fresh paint, or the inside of a brand new car? If you have, then have you ever wondered the reason

Trump Says US to Dig Up Iran Uranium; Tehran Silent

The president said on social media that There will be no enrichment of Uranium and that none of the material had been touched since the June atta

Designer Riyaz Gangji Faces Non-Bailable Warrant Over Alleged Default

The order against fashion designer Riyaz Gangji came in a contempt petition arising from an alleged Rs 5 crore default involving a Ludhiana-based

Dry Days declared for polls in Tiruvarur district

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Vance Reveals How An Impatient Trump Wants To Move In Talks With Iran

US Vice President JD Vance, on his trip to Hungary, admitted that Trump showed interest in reaching an agreement with Iranians in good faith.

Indian Cabinet Approves Major Hydro Projects in Arunachal Pradesh

New Delhi, April 8: The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved two significant hydro

Drones banned in Thanjavur on April 10

Decriminalising Adultery, Same-Sex Relations Not Good Law: Centre to SC

How do you then define morality on that basis? Thereafter, subsequently, there may be an evolution or change in understanding, Mehta said.

Palaniswami Labels DMK a Failure Model, Criticizes Stalin Government on Jobs and Flood Issues

Chennai, April 8: Edappadi K. Palaniswami (EPS) launched a scathing attack on the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) government on Wednesday,

In Iran, Trump faces the limits of American power | Analysis

The U.S.-Israeli war on Iran has not just failed to achieve its declared objectives but also reinforced Irans standing as a major regional power

Gold Climbs Rs 3,007 In Futures Trade After US-Iran Ceasefire Spurs Rally

The yellow metal for June delivery appreciated by Rs 3,007, or 2 per cent, to Rs 1,53,296 per 10 grams.

Cabinet approves Rs 41,534 cr P&K fertilisers subsidy for kharif 2026 season

In a strategic move to enhance agricultural output, the government has rolled out a substantial subsidy of Rs 41,534 crore aimed at supporting Ph

The United Arab Emirates says its air defences are firing at an incoming Iranian missile barrage, reports AP.

The United Arab Emirates says its air defences are firing at an incoming Iranian missile barrage, reports AP. The post The United Arab Emirates s

Woman's Body Found Stuffed Inside Bed Box In Delhi, 3 Arrested: Cops

The body of a 35-year-old woman with strangulation marks was found stuffed inside a double bed storage box at a paying guest (PG) accommodation i

TMC Unveils Star Campaigners for Bengal Elections, Led by CM Mamata Banerjee

Kolkata, April 8: The All India Trinamool Congress (AITC) has submitted its list of star campaigners to the Election Commission for the second ph

Welcome Ceasefire Between US, Iran: NC Chief Farooq Abdullah

SRINAGAR, Apr 8: National Conference (NC) president Farooq Abdullah on Wednesday welcomed the ceasefire between the US and Iran, saying dialogue

Actions without excessive thinking: How does our brain form habits?

Whether its filling your waterbottle before school, or reaching for your phone every few minutes. Ever wonder why your body seems to have a mind

Man In Coma Since 2025, Wife Seeks Court Approval To Preserve His Sperm

Arjit Gaur, counsel for the petitioner, stated that the woman is requesting permission to preserve a sperm sample while it is still viable.

Tesla stock crashes 23% YTD before earnings but TSLA jumps 5% in todays premarket is FSD breakthrough and robotaxi hype enough to revive Tesla shares now?

Tesla stock is down 23% in 2026, hitting a $337 low recently. Investors are nervous ahead of the April 22 earnings report. Tesla stock rebounded

India welcomes ceasefire, stresses dialogue and diplomacy

Government calls for de-escalation and unimpeded navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, does not acknowledge Pakistans role in U.S.-Iran ceasef

Madhya Pradeshs Chief Minister Highlights Agricultural Prosperity at Agriculture Conclave 2026

Jabalpur, April 8: Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav addressed the Agriculture Conclave 2026 held at Jawaharlal Nehru Agricultural University (JNAU)

Karnataka 2nd PUC Result 2026 To Be Out On April 9 At 3 PM, Here's How To Check

Karnataka Board KSEAB 12th Result Date And Time:

Teen dies after violent clash at juice centre in Mehdipatnam

Iran Celebrates Ceasefire But Distrust Persists Over US, Israel Actions

Apparent rifts within the Iran administration, echoed by contradictory views on the streets, will put strain on the ceasefire ahead of scheduled

Jaisalmer Thief Who Left Sarcastic Lipstick Note Mocking Police Finally Arrested

The accused, Tejaram Suthar, 39, drew widespread attention for leaving sarcastic lipstick messages on the wall mocking the police and advising th

DMK, BJP alliances in shambles due to intense infighting: TVK chief Vijay

Mr. Vijay claimed that a section of the Congress party had been purchased by the DMK, while the real Congress was with the TVK, which was strivin

Sensex, Nifty jump nearly 4% on U.S.-Iran ceasefire, correction in crude prices

The 30-share BSE Sensex jumped 2,946.32 points or 3.95% to settle at 77,562.90

Badminton Asian Championship: Sindhu and Prannoy Advance, Setbacks for Lakshya and Srikanth

Ningbo, April 8: The opening day of the Badminton Asian Championship saw mixed results for Indian players. On Wednesday, two-time Olympic medalis

Rap, Spoofs And Satire: How Campaign Songs Shaped Kerala's Electoral Mood

In Kerala's political theatre, the microphone can be as powerful as the manifesto

'IRGC recruiting children': Iran justifies attacks on American bases, US drops explosive allegations

Kyiv Calls For Ukraine Ceasefire After Iran Truce

The war in the Middle East suspended US-led efforts to end the four-year Ukraine wa

Naidu Pushes Affordable Public Transport, EV Buses and Better Highway Connectivity

CM stresses cost reduction, port connectivity and EastWest corridors to boost economic growth

Delhi Airport Issues Advisory On Feeding Stray Dogs After Story Of 'Kaddu' Goes Viral

The rising incidents of dog bites are a matter of genuine concern, and ensuring safety for people and animals requires collective responsibility.

If others could use my daughter, I have the greatest right: Abhayas mother on joining politics

Smriti Irani Urges NRIs to Invest in Small Businesses for Indias Growth

Mumbai, April 8: Actress and former Union Minister Smriti Irani frequently shares her thoughts on significant national and global issues. Recentl

Why Won't Anthropic Launch 'Mythos' For Public? It Can Crash Any Machine

Anthropic said it had no plan to make Claude Mythos Preview generally available as the new model is far too dangerous.

Thailand confirms three deaths from vessel attacked in Straitof Hormuz

Thailand said 20 crew members were rescued by the Omani navy after the attack

They Got Their Lesson: Iran envoy says Arab countries now know America cant bring peace to them

Were Asked To Get Lost: TMC MPs Detail '7 Minute' Meeting With Gyanesh Kumar

TMC flags compromised neutrality in Bengal polls, citing clash with CEC and alleged BJP links of poll officials

Russia says it welcomes Iran ceasefire, hopes U.S. will now resume Ukraine talks

We welcome the decision not to proceed further down the path of armed escalation, says Kremlin spokesman

Unrelated Videos From Bangladesh Falsely Shared as Violence in West Bengal

Both videos are old and show visuals from Dhaka, Bangladesh.

RBIs Repo Rate Decision Boosts Credit Growth and Economic Stability, Experts Say

New Delhi, April 8: The Reserve Bank of Indias decision to maintain the repo rate at 5.25% is expected to support the ongoing economic recovery,

First Ships Through Strait of Hormuz Since Ceasefire: Monitor

The Greek-owned bulk carrier NJ Earth crossed the Strait at 08:44 UTC, while the Liberia-flagged Daytona Beach transited earlier at 06:59 UTC, sh

Food street near Hyderabads Durgam Cheruvu falls silent at 10 p.m.; traffic and safety concerns prompt restrictions on vendors business hours

Vendors say they earn the most after 10 p.m.

Opinion: Analysis: BJP And Left, Ideologically Diverse, Has Same Set Of Voters

Clearly, the Left and the BJP though ideologically diverse end up cultivating the same set of voters, and their growth is complementary across th

What is Blake Livelys new demand for Justin Baldoni ahead of the trial?

With the trial approaching, the focus now remains on whether Justin Baldoni and his co-defendants will respond to the demand of Blake Lively.

Why are US stock market futures up today, and will Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq climb new milestones to make history? Wall Street futures, US stocks to watch out for, analysts insights, market outlook, what should investors do now

Why are US stock market futures up today, and will Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq climb new milestones to make history? U.S. futures surged after

Fraudster Arrested for Scamming Millions in Overseas Job Offers

Noida, April 8: The police from the Bisrakh station in Greater Noida have arrested a notorious fraudster who scammed individuals out of millions

Oil Refinery In Iran Struck Despite Ceasefire, Tehran Strikes Kuwait, UAE

Oil Refinery In Iran Struck Despite Ceasefire, Tehran Strikes Kuwait, UAE: Reports

DM Kishtwar Bans Use Of VPNs Across District, Cites Security Concerns

JAMMU, Apr 8: The District Magistrate Kishtwar has imposed a complete ban on the use of Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) within the district, citi

Schoolgirl Threatened With Video Leak, Allegedly Raped By 7 In UP Cafe

Deputy Superintendent of Police (North) Mukesh Chandra Mishra said the student was allegedly threatened with the circulation of a video of an ear

Calling someone bastard in anger is not obscene: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court of India ruled that using the word astard in a heated exchange does not constitute obscenity under Section 294 of the IPC. The

Caretaker Slits Farmhouse Owner's Throat With Sickle In Gurugram: Cops

Police arrested a caretaker in Delhi on Tuesday for allegedly slitting the throat of a 35-year-old farmhouse owner here with a sickle.

Scientists Find Reversible Male Birth Control That Stops Sperm Production

A new study brings scientists closer to a safe, reversible male birth control pill. Researchers found a way to temporarily stop sperm production

Iran says hand on the trigger after fresh Gulf strikes test fragile ceasefire

West Asia is a powder keg of uncertainties as strains soar between nations. Iran's leadership sends a resolute message of possible counteractions

Irans Supreme Leader Representative Discusses Ceasefire and Peace Efforts

New Delhi, April 8: The announcement of a ceasefire in Iran has garnered widespread praise. U.S. President Donald Trump shared this information t

IPL 2026: KKR Brace For Shami Challenge in LSG Clash

Shami is fresh from his outstanding 2/9 against Sunrisers Hyderabad, where he dismissed Abhishek Sharma and Travis Head in successive overs -- th

Centre rolls out new LPG allocation formula to protect key industries

Under the new policy, bulk LPG supplies will be prioritised for a wide range of industries, including pharmaceuticals, food processing, agricultu

Sabarimala case: SC says legislature's decision not 'last word' on what is religious superstition

A nine-judge Constitution bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant is examining the ambit of religious practices across faiths and the e

Rupee surges 47 paise to close at 92.59 per USD on Iran-U.S. ceasefire, RBI pause on policy rates

The central bank's six-member Monetary Policy Committee voted unanimously to keep the benchmark repurchase rate at 5.25%, flagging heightened unc

Cabinet clears Rs 1.74 lakh crore projects; major push for HPCL Rajasthan refinery expansion and Jaipur Metro Phase 2

The Union Cabinet has approved significant proposals totaling Rs 1.74 lakh crore. These include substantial fertiliser support for farmers, expan

BJP's Mission Clean in Ahmedabad: New Faces Likely in 12 Wards Ahead of Elections

BJP plans major reshuffle in Ahmedabad civic polls under Mission Clean. Around 140 corporators may lose tickets as party focuses on young, active

Veteran Congress leader Mohsina Kidwai passes away; tributes pour in

A senior leader of the Congress, Kidwai had a public career spanning more than six decades; after several terms in the Lok Sabha, she entered the

DC vs GT Delhi Weather Updates: Will rain affect the IPL match, what's the pitch condition

Delhi Capitals meet Gujarat Titans today in the Indian Premier League match in Delhi today. Delhi is in form with two wins, while Gujarat seeks i

Kerala Assembly polls 2026: Congress demands ECI to act over money for votes allegations against Palakkad BJP candidate Sobha Surendran

In a video that went viral, alleged BJP workers are seen slipping a wad of currency notes in the hands of a senior citizen at Kannadi in Palakkad

77 Runs In 11-Overs Highlights The Kind Of Impact Yashasvi Can Have : Piyush Chawla

Yashasvi Jaiswal enjoys batting against a particular opposition, and his confidence shows : Piyush Chawla

78 Vacancies for Aadhaar Supervisors/Operators Announced, Apply by April 20

New Delhi, April 8: The Common Service Center Special Purpose Vehicle (CSC SPV), known as CSC e-Governance Services India Limited, has officially

Why is silver price up by 5.7% and gold price by 2%, and will precious metals reach dream levels or fall again? Analysts insights, market outlook and what should investors do now

Why is silver price up by 5.7% and gold price by 2%, and will precious metals reach dream levels or fall again? Gold reached a near three-week hi

UP CM Yogi Adityanath Orders Immediate Relief for Farmers and Sharecroppers

UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath directs swift assessment and compensation for farmers and sharecroppers affected by unseasonal rain, hailstorms

EAM Jaishankar to visit Mauritius and UAE to review bilateral and strategic ties

In Mauritius, he will attend the 9th Indian Ocean Conference, while in the UAE, he will strengthen the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. The c

Iran did not want this war: Representative of Iran`s Supreme Leader in India

Speaking in an interview, Ilahi alleged that the United States carried out over 10,000 attacks on Iran, primarily targeting its air defence syste

Indian-origin healthcare worker called auntie, wins harassment claim in UK

LONDON, Apr 8: An Indian-origin healthcare assistant employed with the UKs National Health Service (NHS) has won a harassment claim over being ca

Indian Stock Market Soars After Ceasefire Announcement, Market Cap Rises by 17 Lakh Crore

Mumbai, April 8: The Indian stock market experienced a significant surge during Wednesdays trading session. By the end of the day, the Sensex ros

Climate stress affecting India's economy, aggravating health risks: Report

The year 2021 was marked by severe heat exposure in India, leading to alarming economic ramifications. An estimated 160 billion labor hours were

Govt plans design, development of runway-independent UAV for rescue missions, ferrying logistics

India is developing an advanced unmanned combat search and rescue drone for the Air Force. This runway-independent aircraft will rescue aircrew a

6 militants killed in intel-based operation in Pakistans Balochistan

KARACHI, Apr 8: Pakistani security forces have killed six militants during an intelligence-based operation in the troubled Balochistan province,

Assam elections 2026: The 5 big factors that could tip the scales

Assam gears up for a direct electoral clash between Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma's BJP and Gaurav Gogoi's Congress. Key factors shaping the

Dr Jitendra Chairs DISHA Meeting; Reviews Development Projects, Pushes For Timely Execution

DODA, Apr 8: The District Development Coordination and Monitoring Committee (DISHA) meeting of District Kishtwar was held today under the chairma

Manoj Jha Criticizes Election Commission Amid Rising Violence in West Bengal Elections

New Delhi, April 8: RJD MP Manoj Jha expressed serious concerns regarding the escalating violence surrounding the West Bengal elections. In a rec

Mudra to empower entrepreneurs; make them active participants in march towards Viksit Bharat: FM

As the Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana celebrates its 11th anniversary, it celebrates the spirit of entrepreneurship that thrives across India. With

Must Convert Iran-US Ceasefire Into Credible, Structured Peace Process: J&K Congress

SRINAGAR, Apr 8: Jammu and Kashmir Congress on Wednesday welcomed the ceasefire between the United States and Iran, saying the pause must be conv

Jayanti Kumareshs veena recital adds a new dimension to Bhilwara Sur Sangam

In its 13th year, the festival, regarded as a prominent Hindustani music platform, has begun to showcase Carnatic musicians too.

Fresh Snowfall In Higher Reaches Of Himachal, Mercury Drops

SHIMLA, Apr 8: Several high-altitude areas of Himachal Pradesh experienced fresh snowfall on Wednesday, while moderate to heavy rains lashed the

Ashok Gehlot Criticizes Rajasthan Government on Sports Infrastructure

Jaipur, April 8: Former Chief Minister of Rajasthan and Congress leader Ashok Gehlot has intensified his critique of the state government led by

AstaGuru Auction house brings Raza, Husain, Souza and other masters to Nehru Centre, Mumbai

The third edition of ShowKeen brings together over 40 artists and more than 200 modern and contemporary Indian artworks, alongside panel discussi

ECTMC Meet Turns Bitter; CEC Says Get Lost, MPs Accused Of Shouting

They also apprised the Election Commission of specific instances showing certain poll officials' alleged links with the BJP, and demanded that th