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Gadkari signals a major shift in India’s auto future away from fossil fuels.
From the roar of the engine to the smell of petrol and diesel, everything is slowly moving towards making history. And we are not saying this, but Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari himself has made it clear that there is no future of petrol and diesel vehicles in the coming time. That is, the game is about to change completely. The era of petrol and diesel vehicles in the country is now slowly coming to an end.
Drivers won’t lose licences immediately but must learn Marathi under new rule.
Drivers won’t lose licences immediately but must learn Marathi under new rule. Maharashtra government mandates Marathi learning for taxi and auto drivers, with a statewide verification drive starting May 1.
Bengaluru Protest Over Umar Khalid Event, Police Deploy Security
Tensions were reported in Bengaluru after protests broke out over an event linked to Umar Khalid. The programme, held at the Bengaluru International Centre, involved a discussion and reading session based on a book centered around Khalid’s life and experiences. The situation escalated when members of the Bharatiya Janata Party objected to the event. BJP leaders, including P. C. Mohan, raised concerns and submitted a memorandum to police authorities, questioning the need for such an event.
Suspect Apprehended, Trump Safe
Shots were fired during the annual White House Correspondents' Dinner in the US capital Washington DC. US President Donald Trump, First Lady Melania Trump and Vice President JD Vance were among those present at the event. According to the news agency AP, the attacker opened fire outside the hotel's ballroom. Trump and the guest were inside the ballroom. Trump said the attacker had been apprehended. Earlier it was reported that the attacker had been killed.
Veteran Bollywood Actor Dies at 80
Veteran actor Bharat Kapoor, known for his strong screen presence, passes away at 80. Veteran Bollywood actor Bharat Kapoor has passed away at the age of 80 in Mumbai after a brief illness.
Explosives Found in Bhangar Before Voting
Just before the second phase of voting for the assembly elections in Bengal, a sensation has spread after a bomb was recovered in the Bhangarh assembly constituency of South 24 Parganas on Sunday evening. On Sunday, the police recovered a total of 100 new bombs from the back garden of the Trinamool worker's house in Chelegoria area under Uttarkashipur police station. This incident has created new tension in the area, as well as the beginning of political tension.
Highest Turnout Ever
In the West Bengal and Tamil Nadu assembly elections, voters have broken all the records till date regarding voting. In the first phase of voting in West Bengal, 91.83 percent voting has been done till 7 pm, while in Tamil Nadu, the total voting percentage till 7 pm has been 84.73 percent. This is the highest voting percentage in all the elections held in both the states till date. Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar has given his reaction to the record voting in these two states.
Bengal, Tamil Nadu Record Voting: What is SIR and Its Impact?
Thursday was a very special day in India's electoral history. Out of the total 294 seats in West Bengal, voting was so much for 152 seats in the first phase and for all 234 seats in Tamil Nadu that all previous records were shattered. By 10 pm, 92.66 percent voting had been recorded in Bengal and 85.14 percent in Tamil Nadu. The question is being raised about such a bumper voting, is this the effect of SIR? Let's understand.
ASML Layoffs 2026: 1700 Jobs at Risk Amid Restructuring
Why is ASML making a sudden change? For some time now, a common complaint has surfaced within the company and among its clients, the system of working has become too complicated. Due to too much layer (management), there was a delay in making decisions and the speed of work was also slowing down. To fix this, the company now wants to make its structure simple. Which ASML employees are most affected by the layoffs?
Apple CEO Change: Tim Cook to Step Down, John Ternus to Take Over
Apple CEO Change: A very big news is coming from Apple, the world's largest tech company. Tim Cook is now going to leave the post of CEO after leading the company for nearly 15 years. He will officially hand over his responsibility to the new CEO on September 1. However, he is not completely separating from the company, but will be seen in the new role of Executive Chairman after this. The company has announced that from September 1, John Ternus will now be the new CEO of Apple, replacing Tim Cook.
Deal Faces Regulatory Scrutiny Amid Industry Opposition
Shareholders of Warner Bros. Discovery have approved a massive $110 billion merger with Paramount Global and Skydance, marking one of the biggest consolidation moves in the global entertainment industry. The deal, which was agreed upon earlier this year after a competitive bidding process involving companies like Netflix, still faces regulatory scrutiny in key markets including the United States and the European Union. Under the agreement, shareholders of Warner Bros.
Record Voting Raises Key Questions
The first phase of the West Bengal Assembly Elections 2026 has witnessed an unusually high voter turnout, with nearly 92% voting recorded across 152 seats in 16 districts. This marks a significant increase compared to around 82.64% turnout in the same constituencies during the previous election, drawing widespread attention and sparking discussions about what such a surge could mean for the political landscape.
PM Modi Varanasi Visit: Women’s Conference Planned Ahead of Elections
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Uttar Pradesh next week. His visit will be for two days. During this time, PM Modi will visit his parliamentary constituency Varanasi. During this time, PM Modi will address the Women's Conference. PM Modi's visit will take place before the second phase of voting in West Bengal. The BJP is preparing fiercely for PM Modi's visit to Varanasi. In the meeting of Kashi unit on Sunday, the preparations for PM Modi's visit were reviewed.
India Heatwave Alert: IMD Warns of Rising Temperatures, Rain in Some States
Many states of the country, including North India, are in the grip of severe heat. According to the Meteorological Department, there is a very high probability of heat wave in many parts of northwest, central and eastern India in the coming days. At the same time, rain warnings have been issued in many states including Jharkhand, Odisha, Sub-Himalayan West Bengal, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Sikkim.
Arvind Kejriwal has requested a Delhi High Court judge to recuse from hearing the liquor policy case, citing concerns over fairness.
New Delhi: Former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has appealed to Delhi High Court Justice Swarn Kanta Sharma, who is hearing the liquor policy case, to recuse him from the case. On Monday, an important hearing was also held in this case and Kejriwal himself presented his side in front of the court. Kejriwal asked the court to recuse himself from the case by Judge Justice Swarn Kanta Sharma. He said that he is apprehensive about a fair trial by this court.
High Court rules that collection of money must be backed by law, not tradition alone.
Rekha Devi had argued that the trend of taking such money or gifts has been going on for many years. It has become a traditional right. But a bench of Justices Alok Mathur and Amitabh Kumar Roy ruled that there was no legal basis for it. The court has also given many arguments about this. The Lucknow bench of the Allahabad High Court has said that transgenders have no legal right to accept 'badhais' i.e. traditional offerings or gifts made on auspicious occasions.
Lok Sabha Seat Share Explained
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Samajwadi Party Chief Questions Government’s Approach to Electoral Reforms
Lucknow: Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav said at a press conference in Lucknow that the Women's Reservation Bill was a black document of the BJP's crackdown politics which was thwarted by the opposition with collective efforts. He said that the BJP has lost on women's reservation. Every effort of the BJP is to divide the people. The BJP wanted to cheat women by creating a rift in their unity, but their plans were dusted off by the opposition.
Structures Removed Under Court Order, Security Deployed
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Saudia x adidas ‘Made to Fly’ Collection Launched
Airline Saudia and global sportswear brand adidas have unveiled a new collaboration titled “Made to Fly,” marking a unique partnership that bridges aviation and lifestyle fashion. The collection is designed to redefine travel apparel by combining comfort with a modern aesthetic, while also reflecting cultural influences from regions such as Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Egypt, and Morocco. The collection is built on adidas’ SOFT LUX line and features minimalist designs made with premium materials.
Women’s Reservation, Delimitation Bills Introduced
Extending the budget session, the government has called a three-day special session, which began on Thursday (April 16, 2026). The three main bills — the Constitution (131st) Amendment Bill, the Delimitation Bill 2026 and the Union Territories Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026 — were introduced. The government has said that these bills are aimed at expediting the implementation of 33% reservation for women in the Lok Sabha and state assemblies.
BJP Launches Campaign Ahead of Women’s Reservation Bill Push in Parliament
Describing the implementation of 33% reservation for women in Lok Sabha and Vidhan Sabha from 2029 as a big achievement of the Modi government, the BJP has started creating an atmosphere across the country. For this, a special session of Parliament has been called next week in which the Constitution Amendment Bills will be passed. In view of the West Bengal and Tamil Nadu assembly elections, it is being seen as a big effort to woo women voters.
PM Modi Highlights Key Assurances Ahead of Manifesto Launch
The BJP will release its manifesto for the Bengal elections today. Home Minister Amit Shah will be present on the occasion. Earlier on Thursday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi held election rallies in Haldia, Asansol and Birbhum in West Bengal. In these meetings, PM Modi announced 6 electoral guarantees of the BJP and launched a sharp attack on the current government of the state. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is going to release its manifesto for the West Bengal Assembly elections today.
DoT Extends Reassessment Deadline to June 30
The government has extended the deadline for Vodafone Idea’s AGR dues reassessment by three months.
AIMIM Ends Alliance with AJUP After Allegations
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Court Directs Speedy Disposal of Claims Under Special Intensive Revision
The Supreme Court has taken a strong stand on the revision of the voter list before the West Bengal Assembly elections 2026. The top court has set a deadline of just one day for updating the electoral roll under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR). The court has made it clear that all the remaining claims and objections should be settled today so that transparency is maintained.
Police Teams Reach Delhi Home for Questioning
Police teams have reached Congress leader Pawan Khera’s residence, with details of the inquiry yet to be clarified.
Car Enters Premises, Probe Launched
A car driven by an unidentified person breached the security cordon in the Delhi Assembly premises. The car broke through a gate of the iron boundary of the complex and entered inside. There he kept the bouquet near the Speaker's office and then escaped from there. Speaker Vijender Gupta was also in the Assembly at the time of the incident.
BJP vs Congress, Key Issues and Voter Stakes
The upcoming voting for the 126 assembly seats of Assam on April 9, 2026, is going to write a decisive chapter in the politics of the state. Around 2.5 crore voters will participate in this election and their decision will not be limited to the formation of the government but will decide what balance Assam prefers between development, security and cultural identity. The counting of votes will take place on May 4, but the electoral scenario has already become fully active and competitive.
Jaihind’s Claims on Raghav Chadha Trigger Political Debate
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Raghav Chadha Reacts After AAP Removes Him as Deputy Leader in Rajya Sabha
Aam Aadmi Party's Rajya Sabha MP from Punjab Raghav Chadha has shared a new video on social media. It mentions issues related to Punjab raised by him in the Rajya Sabha. In fact, the Aam Aadmi Party has removed Raghav Chadha from the post of Deputy Leader of the party in the Rajya Sabha. Along with this, many leaders of the Aam Aadmi Party released the video and accused Raghav Chadha that he does not raise issues related to Punjab in the Rajya Sabha.
From welfare to vote banks-how freebie culture reshaped Indian politics
Tamil Nadu has long been at the forefront of welfare-driven politics in India. What began as a genuine attempt to uplift marginalized communities gradually evolved into a competitive culture of offering freebies to win electoral support.
AAP Removes Raghav Chadha as Deputy Leader, Ashok Mittal Appointed
AAP has reassigned leadership roles in Rajya Sabha, appointing Ashok Mittal in place of Raghav Chadha.
How to Update Name in Aadhaar and PAN Card Online
How to Correct Your Name in Aadhaar and PAN Cards Online A simple guide to updating your name in Aadhaar and PAN cards to avoid mismatches.
India Sends 38,000 MT Fuel to Sri Lanka Amid Energy Crisis
A 19-year-old girl was allegedly raped in Uttar Pradesh's Baghpat district. It is alleged that a man put the girl and her two younger sisters in the car on the pretext of giving them a lift and then carried out the incident. The incident took place when the three sisters were returning home from an Eid fair. How did this heinous incident happen? According to the police, the accused has been identified as Deepak. He took the three sisters into confidence that he would leave them home safely.
Plastic Prices Surge as Raw Material Costs Rise; Consumer Goods May Get Costlier
The rising tensions in West Asia have raised concerns for companies. Due to the increase in the prices of crude oil and other raw materials, the cost is increasing and companies are considering increasing the price. This can lead to an increase in the prices of everyday items like bottled water, salt, oil, consumer durables like ACs, refrigerators to non-surgical medical items. The reason is that this war has broken the backbone of the plastic industry.
Iran Permits Indian Ships Through Hormuz, Boosting Energy Supply Stability
New Delhi. Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Thursday that he has allowed ships from many other friendly countries, including India, to pass through the Strait of Hormuz.
Will Fuel Prices Fall in India?
The Centre has reduced excise duty on petrol and diesel to ease the impact of rising global oil prices.
Govt Plans Stricter Rules for NGOs Receiving Foreign Funds
The government is going to tighten control over NGOs registered under the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA) . The government is set to bring the FCRA Amendment Bill in this session to increase transparency in foreign funding for national security and ensure accountability of such entities. There is a provision that the foreign contribution should also be spent on the same head. If an NGO commits wrongdoing, the government can also sell its assets.
Justice Yashwant Verma Resigns Amid Controversy
Justice Yashwant Verma, a sitting judge of the Allahabad High Court, has resigned from his post. He has sent his resignation letter to the President. Justice Verma had been in the midst of controversies ever since he was allegedly found with a huge amount of cash at his residence in March 2025. According to the news agency ANI, Justice Yashwant Verma was recently transferred from the Delhi High Court back to his original cadre Allahabad High Court.
MEA Urges Respect for International Law Amid Rising West Asia Tensions
The Indian government has expressed deep concern over the death of a large number of civilians in the Israeli attack in Lebanon amid the Iran war. External Affairs Ministry Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said at a joint press briefing that India has always maintained that the security of civilians should be the top priority. Respect for international law is essential Jaiswal said it was very important to abide by international laws and respect the sovereignty and territorial integrity of states.
Filipino Radio Journalist Shot Dead
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Delhi Police Seal UNI Office
New Delhi: The Delhi Police on Friday evening sealed the office of news agency United News of India (UNI) at 9 Rafi Marg for allegedly violating the conditions of the land allotment. On Friday, the Delhi High Court had upheld the Land and Development Office's decision to cancel the allotment of government land given to UNI to develop a joint office complex for media houses, and in the evening, some lawyers and the Delhi Police reached the campus with a heavy contingent.
Premium Fuel Up by ₹2.35 Amid Oil Surge
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Gustavo Petro Named in US Probe, Denies Drug-Trafficking Allegations
Reports Say Petro’s Name Appears in Drug-Trafficking Probe, He Denies Allegations Colombian President Gustavo Petro has denied allegations after reports said his name appeared in ongoing US investigations.
India Holds Around 60 Days of Oil Reserves, Refineries Operating at Full Capacity
Government gives strong assurance of fuel security: No shortage of LPG, crude oil reserves secured, PNG transition continues Despite the ongoing tension in West Asia and the situation in the Strait of Hormuz, the Indian government has assured citizens that there is no shortage of fuel and cooking gas (LPG) supplies in the country. The government clarified that the country currently has about 60 days of crude oil reserves available, while the total storage capacity is 74 days.
Amazon Invests More in Anthropic, Strengthens AI Strategy
Amazon's Dominance in the AI Sector Amazon is strengthening its grip in the field of artificial intelligence (AI). The company has decided to invest an additional 5 billion, increasing its investment in AI company Anthropic. After this new investment, Amazon's total investment in Anthropic could reach 25 billion. This is much higher than the investment of 8 billion made earlier.
A Reflection on Memories and Loss
Goodbye friends, where do you get separated from memories...! It was a shocking and heartbreaking news. Within a few days, we lost at least three of our 1985–90 batch mates from Assam Engineering College (AEC), Jalukbari, due to illness. The news of his untimely death was shared in our WhatsApp group, which still keeps friends from this batch studying under Guwahati University connected.
Mamata Banerjee Responds After Supreme Court Remarks on Hostage Case
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said that she was not informed about a recent hostage-related incident, following observations made by the Supreme Court of India. Speaking on the issue, Banerjee stated, “No one told me,” indicating that information about the incident had not reached her office at the time. Court observations The Supreme Court had earlier made remarks regarding the handling of the incident, raising questions about administrative response and communication.
Ola Electric Plans Rs 2,000 Crore Fundraise for Battery Unit OCT
Electric vehicle maker Ola Electric Mobility is now preparing to raise funds. According to reports, the company is planning to raise around Rs 2,000 crore by selling some stake in its subsidiary company Ola Cell Technologies (OCT). Through this move, the company is preparing to advance its battery-related business and invest in new technology. According to sources associated with the matter, the company is in talks with several big investors to raise this fund.
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