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Oil prices turned negative after an initial rise as Trump announced new tariffs, raising fears of a global trade war affecting crude demand. Brent settled at $74.95, WTI at $71.71. Analysts warned tariffs could stoke inflation and slow growth. Mexico ruled out retaliatory tariffs, while Trump also toughened sanctions on Iran and threatened Russian oil.
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju strongly defended the Waqf Amendment Bill in the Lok Sabha. He claimed that the Congress-led UPA government would have handed over Parliament and airport lands to waqf if BJP hadn’t come to power in 2014. He credited PM Modi for preventing a “parliament takeover by waqf,” as opposition members protested and […]
In a major ceasefire violation, the Pak Army intruded into J&K’s Poonch district, triggering a mine blast and unprovoked firing in Krishna Ghati on April 1. The Indian Army retaliated effectively, with no casualties reported. The situation is under control. India stressed the need to uphold the 2021 ceasefire agreement for peace along the LoC.
It is known that the Waqf Board Amendment Bill will be tabled in the Lok Sabha this afternoon. As part of the NDA alliance, all BJP allies are likely to support the bill. Among the supporting parties are Chandrababu Naidu’s TDP, Nitish Kumar’s JDU, Chirag Paswan’s Lok Janshakti Party, and several others.
Five people were killed in a fatal crash on Maharashtra’s Khamgaon-Shegaon highway when an MSRTC bus collided with a Bolero SUV in Buldhana. Moments later, a private bus rammed into both vehicles. Rescue teams were working to free the private bus driver from the wrecked cabin as authorities continued relief efforts, police said.
China has launched new military drills in the Taiwan Strait, focusing on blockade, control, and precision strikes. The exercises follow a day after China surrounded Taiwan with army, navy, air, and rocket forces. Tensions have risen since Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te took office in May 2024, with U.S. support for Taiwan intensifying Beijing’s concerns.
To counter Pakistan and Turkey’s influence in the Mediterranean, India’s Air Force is participating in the multinational air exercise INIOCHOS-25 in Greece. The exercise, featuring Su-30 MKI jets and other aircraft, involves 15 nations and runs until April 11. This strengthens India’s defense ties with Greece amid growing tensions in the region.
A Mohali court sentenced Christian preacher Bajinder Singh to life in prison for a 2018 rape case. The victim alleged he exploited her under the pretext of taking her abroad and filmed obscene videos. Singh, known for miracle healing claims, was found guilty on March 28. Five others were also booked. The verdict was pronounced […]
A tense atmosphere prevailed at Hyderabad Central University as students, along with leaders from several political parties, staged protests over the Gachibowli land issue. Police detained BJYM, CPI, and CPM leaders who participated in the protest. Meanwhile, students continue their agitation inside the campus.
AP CM Chandrababu will visit Bapatla district today and will distribute old pensions to beneficiaries in Kothagollapalem in Chinaganjam mandal. Later, he will hand over scooters to the disabled, and he will participate in an interaction program with the local people. He will also meet with local TDP workers in Bapatla.
BSF and BGB celebrated Eid-ul-Fitr by exchanging sweets and greetings at several North Bengal border points, highlighting their bond of friendship. Senior officers from both forces participated, promoting peace and cooperation. This annual tradition reflects the commitment to maintaining harmony along the border, fostering stronger diplomatic ties between India and Bangladesh.
PM Narendra Modi reaffirmed India’s commitment to nuclear energy for sustainable growth. Sharing Union Minister Jitendra Singh’s article, he highlighted nuclear power as vital for self-reliant, low-carbon energy. Singh stressed its reliability over solar and wind, advocating private sector involvement to meet India’s rising electricity demand, projected to triple by 2047.
Sudanese army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan vowed to continue fighting until the paramilitary RSF surrenders, ruling out negotiations. In his first address since retaking Khartoum, Burhan pledged to hunt down all RSF fighters, stating, “We will neither forgive, nor compromise, nor negotiate.” The RSF remains defiant, forming an alliance with rebel groups.
AP CM Chandrababu participated in the Ugadi celebrations being held at the Tummalapalli Kalakshetra in Vijayawada today. On this occasion, the CM will confer Kala Ratna awards to 86 selected people. Also, 116 more people will receive Ugadi awards, and state ministers Kandula Durgesh and Parthasarathy participated in the program.
PM Modi has extended his wishes to countrymen on the occasion of Ugadi, Chaitra Navratri, and the Gudi Padwa festival today. PM Modi stressed in the 120th episode of the ‘Mann Ki Baat’ event and said, “Today is the Pratipada date of Shukla Paksha of Chaitra Navratri. This day is the beginning of Vikram Samvat […]