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Indian Navy Chief Admiral D K Tripathi warned that Strait of Hormuz traffic has dropped to 6-7 daily transits from 130 pre-conflict, with nearly 1,900 ships stranded. He recalled Operation Sindoor’s near-strike on Pakistan. Trump claimed Iran sought ceasefire, but Tehran insists it’s prepared for prolonged conflict amid rising tensions.
Amid the Iran-Israel-US conflict, LPG shortages in Delhi have triggered black marketing and inflated prices. Panic buying and supply disruptions have worsened availability, especially for small businesses. Authorities are monitoring misuse, while officials stress domestic supply remains stable, though global energy disruptions and rising demand strain distribution.
LoP Rahul Gandhi shared a video of his bus ride in Balussery, Kerala, where he met a man dressed as ‘Yamaraj.’ The interaction, linked to UDF’s promised Health Insurance Scheme of ₹25 lakh per household, showed Yama not particularly happy to see Gandhi or other UDF leaders, highlighting the campaign’s creative outreach.
In Match 5 at Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow Super Giants were bowled out for 141 in 18.4 overs, scoring at 7.55 runs per over. Delhi Capitals now require 142 runs from 120 balls, with a required run rate of 7.1 in the chase.
International Commission of Jurists (ICJ) reported widespread human rights violations against Muslims in Assam and Uttar Pradesh, describing them as persecution and apartheid. Findings include killings, forced evictions, discriminatory laws, and hate speech by officials. The report urges global intervention, accountability, and legal reforms.
The Hindi release of “Dacoit” gets a major boost as PVR Pictures takes charge of distribution across India. This ensures wider screen presence and stronger visibility for Adivi Sesh and Mrunal Thakur’s romantic crime thriller. Produced by Supriya Yarlagadda and co-produced by Suniel Narang, the film hits theaters on April 10, 2026.
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi accused TMC and other parties of exploiting West Bengal Muslims for votes without ensuring development. Speaking at a Naoda rally supporting AJUP, he said Muslims had backed Congress, the Left, and TMC for decades with no progress. He vowed that joining Kabir’s party would deliver true representation and a jolt to […]
Italy’s national football team failed to qualify for the FIFA World Cup 2026, losing to Bosnia and Herzegovina in a playoff shootout after a 1‑1 draw. The defeat marks the third consecutive World Cup Italy will miss, a historic low for the four‑time champions, leading to emotional scenes among players and fans and questions about […]
Malayalam star Tovino Thomas leads in the big-budget film “Pallichattambi”, directed by Dijo Jose Antony, with Kayadu Lohar as the female lead. Set in 1950s Kerala, the film explores humanity and social conditions. Tovino gained weight for the role, while Kayadu plays Rebecca, an intelligent character. The emotional family drama releases April 10.
India has received its first batch of 2,000 Israeli NEGEV 7.62×51 light machine guns under the ‘Make in India’ initiative through PLR Systems, a joint venture of Israel Weapon Industries and the Adani Group. This delivery is part of a larger 41,000‑unit contract, marking a major milestone in defence manufacturing and technology transfer.
The Indian government has capped the jet fuel price hike for domestic airlines at 25%, even as global fuel costs soared due to Middle East tensions, preventing airfare spikes for domestic travellers. Though international flight tickets may still rise. The Strait of Hormuz closure had threatened a roughly 100% surge in jet fuel prices.
Bollywood actor Rajkummar Rao has started filming the highly anticipated biopic, “Dada: The Sourav Ganguly Story”. Announcing the shoot on social media, Rao shared excitement over portraying the cricket legend. The film is directed by Vikramaditya Motwane, known for Udaan and Jubilee, with Luv Ranjan producing, marking a notable addition to sports cinema.
Kavitha Kalvakuntla criticized mass layoffs at Oracle India, affecting 12K employees, warning AI adoption shouldn’t threaten workers. She called TG’s response inadequate, urging a roadmap for IT. Oracle offers enhanced severance for voluntary resignations, including 15 days’ salary per year, notice pay, leave encashment, and a two-month top-up.
Argentina legend Lionel Messi became emotional and tearful during his final match on home soil in a friendly against Zambia, scoring and assisting as Argentina won 5‑0 at La Bombonera. The iconic captain’s poignant moment came amid retirement speculation ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, making the match a memorable farewell for fans in Argentina.
India’s Railways transported a record 1,670 million tonnes of freight, marking 3.25% growth over last year. The Railway Ministry said improved efficiency and capacity drove this rise. Wagon handling also increased by 4.56%, reflecting higher demand from key sectors and stronger reliance on rail-based cargo movement across the country.