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Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill was fined ₹12 lakh after his team maintained a slow over-rate in Match 14 of IPL 2026 against Delhi Capitals at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi. As GT’s first offence of the season under Article 2.22 of the IPL Code of Conduct, the fine was imposed to enforce minimum over-rate rules […]
Pakistan will host high-stakes US-Iran talks on Friday to solidify a fragile ceasefire and prevent further West Asia escalation. Iranian and US delegations, led by Reza Amiri Moghadam and Vice President JD Vance, will discuss sanctions relief, regional security, and Iran’s nuclear program. Pakistan, led by PM Shehbaz Sharif, facilitates peace amid deep mistrust.
TMC leader Sagarika Ghose accused the BJP of reducing women’s rights to rhetoric. She criticized PM Modi for praising “nari-shakti” while allegedly “garlanding rapists” and recalled his past jibes at Mamata Banerjee, calling them crass and mocking, saying such double standards undermine genuine women’s empowerment in India.
In April 2026, fixed deposit rates across major banks vary significantly. SBI offers 6.5–7% for 1–5 years, ICICI Bank provides 6.7–7.2%, while HDFC gives 6.6–7.1%. Senior citizens earn an extra 0.25–0.50%. Small finance banks like Ujjivan offer up to 7.5%, making short- and long-term deposits attractive for conservative investors.
PM Modi declared a regime change in West Bengal “inevitable,” blaming the TMC’s “full repository of sins,” economic decline, and mafia rule in Asansol. He promised industrial revival with ₹45,000 crore, development of Asansol and Durgapur as megacities, and women’s safety, asserting that only BJP’s leadership can restore growth, security, and progress.
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar will take oath as a Rajya Sabha member tomorrow in Delhi. Following this, the state is set for a leadership transition, with JD(U) selecting his successor after April 13. The new government may include his son, with BJP ensuring a smooth mid-April handover amidst full NDA support and preparations for a […]
Sandeep Reddy Vanga expands his production ventures with “Romanchikam,” marking the debut of director Venu. Young actor Sumanth Prabhas leads the film, with shooting already underway. Vanga’s backing, known for intense narratives, raises expectations and curiosity, leaving fans eager to see what the debut director has planned for “Romanchikam.”
A passenger on the Delhi‑Amritsar Intercity Express exposed tea and coffee being sold at double the official prices, prompting a complaint and viral video. In response, Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) removed the service staff and pantry manager from duty. IRCTC said e‑pantry advance booking will be introduced to curb such issues.
The Delhi High Court today upheld a trial court’s order declaring UK-based arms consultant Sanjay Bhandari a “fugitive economic offender” in a money laundering case. Justice Neena Bansal Krishna dismissed his appeal, maintaining the court’s earlier ruling and confirming Bhandari’s status as a fugitive economic offender in the ongoing investigation.
Tata Power is adopting Databricks enterprise-wide to unify data across operations, improving grid management, renewables forecasting, billing, and decision-making. Its AI agent Genie allows employees to query data directly for instant insights. CEO Praveer Sinha calls it a step toward a future-ready, intelligent energy ecosystem.
On April 9, 2026, the Nifty50 and Sensex ended a five-day winning streak as oil prices surged amid a fragile US-Iran ceasefire. Jio Financial Services, InterGlobe Aviation, and Larsen & Toubro led losses. Broader markets outperformed, with MidCap and SmallCap up slightly. Banks lagged, while the Nifty Metal index recorded the strongest gains.
Kerala CEO Rathan U Kelkar said today that current voting trends indicate a 90% turnout is achievable. Turnout rose steadily from 16.23% at 9 AM to 49.7% by 1 PM across 30,000+ polling stations. Voting is peaceful, aided by the Special Intensive Revision of rolls. Minor EVM issues delayed two booths and halwa was offered […]
PM Narendra Modi unveiled six key guarantees for West Bengal voters ahead of the April 23 assembly elections, including ensuring women’s safety, removing illegal immigrants, establishing rule of law, probing corruption, implementing the 7th Pay Commission benefits, and delivering justice. He attacked the ruling Trinamool Congress for poor governance.
Kerala votes today with 2.71 crore voters across 140 constituencies, testing the LDF’s third-term bid. Malayalam stars Mohanlal, Prithviraj Sukumaran, Mammootty, Kunchacko Boban, and Tovino Thomas cast votes early, sharing inked-finger photos and urging citizens to participate in the democratic process, as polling continues until evening.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has introduced a new rule during IPL 2026 restricting movement of benched players. Only the 16 players named on the match sheet can enter the field or carry drinks, bats, or messages. Substitute players outside this group must remain in the dugout, and no more than […]