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The UP government has rescheduled school hours to 7:30 AM-12:30 PM to protect students from rising temperatures. Issued by Pratap Singh Baghel, the directive ensures reduced sun exposure as heatwaves grip the region. While students leave early, teachers remain until 1:30 PM for administrative duties. The IMD predicts continued extreme heat.
The Supreme Court dismissed Umar Khalid’s review petition, upholding its decision to deny bail in the 2020 Delhi riots conspiracy case. Justices Aravind Kumar and NV Anjaria found no grounds for reconsideration, maintaining that a prima facie case exists under UAPA. Khalid remains in custody, though he may file fresh applications after one year.
Authorities in Chhattisgarh have denied reports of a charter plane crash in Jashpur after inspections found no wreckage or evidence. Collector Rohit Vyas and SSP Lal Ummed Singh said no explosion sounds or sightings were reported by villagers. Drone and forest searches are ongoing, but no missing aircraft or accident has been confirmed so far.
Air India faces backlash after viral cabin crew grooming guidelines restricted items like sindoor, mangalsutra, and chooda. The airline clarified that employees can wear bindis and said the circulating document is an outdated manual. The controversy has sparked debate over workplace identity, cultural expression, and corporate uniform policies across India.
Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav criticized Congress during a women’s protest march, accusing it of blocking the Women’s Reservation Bill. He targeted leaders including Priyanka Gandhi, alleging denial of women’s rights. Yadav praised women protesters, cited social reformers, and pledged support for reservation, calling for nationwide awareness.
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah expressed grief over a deadly bus accident in Udhampur district that killed 21 people and injured 29. The bus fell off a hillside on the Ramnagar-Udhampur road after hitting an auto-rickshaw. He assured an investigation into the cause and action against any negligence responsible for the tragedy.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath called the West Bengal Assembly polls a last opportunity to revive the state’s economy, alleging decline under Trinamool Congress rule. Speaking at a rally in Paschim Medinipur, he urged a change in direction and drew comparisons with Uttar Pradesh’s turnaround after the BJP came to power earlier.
Justice Sharma rose from Daulat Ram College, Delhi University, to become a Delhi High Court judge, building a strong academic and legal career. She earned multiple degrees, including an LLB, an LLM, and a PhD in 2025; became a magistrate at 24; and later a judge in 2022. She is also a noted author involved […]
In the Nashik TCS case, the court denied interim protection to accused Nida Khan until April 27 while her anticipatory bail plea is pending. Her counsel cited pregnancy and medical grounds. Police opposed bail, citing serious SC-ST Act charges and alleged role in conversion activities. Written replies are to be filed at the next hearing.
Jharkhand govt has revised school timings from April 21 due to heatwave-like conditions and IMD’s yellow alert. KG to Class 8 will attend from 7 AM to 11:30 AM, while Classes 9-12 till noon. The order applies to all schools. Several districts are affected, with temperatures crossing 43°C. Officials have urged safety measures and hydration […]
LoP Rahul Gandhi criticized former Bihar CM Nitish Kumar at a rally in Tamil Nadu, calling him compromised and alleging BJP control over him. He claimed Nitish’s silence after joining Rajya Sabha enabled BJP influence. Rahul warned of similar political control attempts in Tamil Nadu, vowing resistance against central dominance in states.
Over 39,000 PNG consumers have surrendered LPG connections following a government appeal amid West Asia supply concerns. Officials said LPG supply has been impacted but is being managed through increased production and monitoring. PNG and CNG supply remains stable, with no domestic shortages reported and fuel availability across the country remaining normal.
A chartered aircraft crashed into Ara Hill in the Jashpur district of Chhattisgarh, triggering an emergency response. Both pilot and co-pilot were killed. Senior police officials reached the site as rescue operations continued. Thick smoke and flames were seen rising from the hillside crash area as investigations proceed, currently underway and ongoing.
WB CM Mamata Banerjee criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s unscheduled stop during a campaign in Jhargram to buy jhalmuri, calling it staged drama. Speaking at a rally in the Murarai Assembly constituency, she questioned the presence of cameras and the ₹10 note, alleging the entire episode was scripted for publicity during the election campaign.
Vice President CP Radhakrishnan will address civil servants at the 18th Civil Services Day in Vigyan Bhawan on Tuesday. The event, themed ‘Viksit Bharat: Citizen-Centric Governance and Development at the Last Mile,’ focuses on transparent governance and last-mile delivery. It includes panel discussions and sessions on key national development priorities.