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GHMC Launches Citywide Drive to Remove Encroachments

Officials cleared footpaths and roads across Hyderabad, with GHMC monitoring strict measures to prevent recurring encroachments and speed up KBR Park flyover work in Jubilee Hills.

Artemis II Astronauts Over Halfway to Moon, Set to Break Apollo 13 Distance Record

Artemis II crew, including first female, first Black, and first non-US lunar astronauts, will orbit the moon, capture far-side images, and return April 10, advancing NASA’s 2028 moon base plans.

Cong MP Shashi Tharoor’s Gunman and Driver Attacked in Kerala One Held

Tharoor’s convoy was blocked at Chelithode bridge; gunman and driver were assaulted in a road rage incident. One suspect held, others identified; no gangster links reported.

Everest guides accused of making trekkers ill to trigger fake rescues, 32 charged in $20m scam

Investigators say the insurance fraud network operated for years across trekking routes, involving guides, helicopter firms and hospitals, raising fears it could harm Nepal’s tourism economy and insurer confidence.

Himanta Biswa Sarma vs Owaisi: ‘Miya’ Controversy Intensifies Assam Poll Polarisation

Remarks targeting Bengali-origin Muslims spark outrage, countered by strong defence of rights, highlighting electoral strategies, community identity tensions, and rising rhetoric

Weather alert: Two western disturbances likely to impact north India this week

Stormy weather is expected across several regions this week, with thunderstorms, lightning and isolated hail forecast in parts of central and peninsular India while temperatures stay near normal.

CM Revanth Reddy to Lay Basara Temple Foundation Stones Ahead of Godavari Pushkaralu

Telangana ministers inspected ₹300 crore Basara temple development, ensuring wide roads, EV-only zones, and facilities for devotees; strict rules to bar political activity during Godavari Pushkaralu were set.

Hyderabad Police Seize 7 Tonnes of Artificially Ripened Mangoes

Hyderabad police busted gangs selling chemically ripened mangoes, seizing over 7 tonnes. Multiple arrests made; officials warn of health risks and urge consumers to report suspicious fruit activities.

Change Needed in Kerala Says Bhatti Vikramarka Urges Vote for UDF

Criticising the ruling front, he alleged rising unemployment and migration, while highlighting Telangana welfare schemes and outlining promises like financial aid for women, youth loans, and enhanced pensions.

Speed Up Amaravati Construction Works, Says AP CM

Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu reviewed Amaravati works, urged faster progress, strict targets, quality control, safety measures, and uninterrupted material supply.

“Oscar for Lies”: Bandi Sanjay Targets CM Revanth Reddy Over Six Guarantees Claims

He issued an open challenge, offering to resign if proven wrong, and alleged key welfare promises remain unimplemented, urging ground-level verification by media and public across the state.

Tragedy at NTR Hospital in Anakapalli: Newborn Dies After Oxygen Supply Failure

A newborn died in Anakapalli hospital after a power outage halted oxygen supply, sparking protests and allegations of negligence by staff.

Outrage Over Macherla Assault: CM Calls for Immediate Arrest

Woman government employee assaulted at home in Macherla; police launch probe, form special teams, while Chief Minister orders swift arrest and justice.

₹13,026 Crore Allocated to South Central Railway for Major Infra Upgrade

Centre allocates ₹13,026 crore to South Central Railway, boosting infrastructure, safety, and capacity through doubling, new lines, electrification, and faster connectivity.

Heatwaves and Climate Change: Is India Prepared for Extreme Weather?

Is India ready for rising heatwaves as climate change intensifies, or will extreme summers expose gaps in preparedness?

Easter: The Triumphant Conqueror of Death

Christ’s resurrection overcame death, inspiring hope, forgiveness, and new life; Easter traditions worldwide celebrate His sacrifice, triumph, and the enduring promise of light after darkness.

Maharashtra Contractors Threaten to Halt Govt Projects Over ₹96,000 Crore Pending Dues

Maharashtra contractors threaten work halt over ₹96,000 crore dues; government cites fiscal stress, welfare spending, and revenue shortfall for delays

UPSIDA, JNPA Sign Pact to Position Lalitpur Pharma Park as Global Export Hub

UPSIDA and JNPA pact boosts Lalitpur Pharma Park, improving logistics, connectivity, and positioning it as a global pharmaceutical export hub

Payroll Pitfalls in India: Rising Complexity, Increasing Penalties

Regulatory changes, classification errors, and manual processes expose firms to audits, financial liabilities, disputes, prompting shift toward automated payroll systems solutions

Punjab Police bust illegal arms network in Jalandhar, probe broader criminal links

Police seized multiple pistols and cartridges, traced inter‑state and foreign-linked supply networks, and are interrogating suspects while conducting raids to curb organized arms trafficking.

Great Indian Bustard captive count rises to 76 after 3 chicks hatched using artificial insemination

Three new Great Indian Bustard chicks bring the captive population to 76, boosting hope for survival as conservation teams monitor and prepare them for eventual release into the wild.

Courts Go Digital, But Judgment Stays Human, Says SC Judge Vikram Nath

Justice Nath highlights AI’s supportive role, stresses reducing delays, expanding access, and ensuring transparency through nationwide digital judicial reforms initiatives.

Dy CM Shivakumar confident Congress will sweep Karnataka bypolls

Shivakumar cites strong voter response to welfare schemes, notes even former BJP supporters leaning Congress, pledges bigger win margins, and criticizes Centre over LPG shortage.

Robert Vadra faces money laundering charges: Court reserves order

The Enforcement Directorate has filed a money laundering chargesheet against Robert Vadra over a Haryana land deal. The Delhi court has reserved its order, with the next hearing on April 15.

Delhi unveils 2026 clean air plan with ‘No PUC, No Fuel’ rule and EV push

The strategy targets major pollution sources including traffic emissions, road dust, construction activity and landfill waste, with stricter monitoring, expanded public transport and large scale tree plantation.

Spurious liquor kills 6 in Bihar, 12 held in Motihari tragedy

Authorities have registered a murder case and formed a SIT. Police and Anti-Liquor Task Force are tracking illicit liquor suppliers, while four victims remain hospitalized in Motihari.

Jaipur water crisis: Over 1,000 residents fall ill after sewage suspected in drinking supply

Hospitals and clinics reported a surge in patients with vomiting, diarrhoea and fever. Authorities deployed health teams, tankers and repair crews as residents protested over unsafe tap water and rising medical costs.

Kushinagar Buddhist conclave draws proposed ₹3,000 crore investment

Delegates from several Buddhist-majority countries joined tourism and industry stakeholders to explore hospitality, infrastructure and township projects aimed at strengthening Uttar Pradesh’s growing Buddhist pilgrimage circuit.

Inside Mission MITRA: ISRO’s new experiment to protect India’s future astronauts

ISRO’s Mission MITRA in Leh studies crew and ground team behaviour under high-altitude stress to improve coordination, decision-making, and resilience for India’s human spaceflight missions.

RBI to Conduct Auction of State Government Securities via e-Kuber Platform

States will tap market borrowings through a digital auction, with varied tenures reflecting fiscal needs. Strong investor participation is expected, aiding infrastructure funding and debt management.

Authority Demands Accountability: SC Backs Harsh Penalty for Bank Manager

Court rules seniority entails stricter responsibility, upholds dismissal for misconduct, rejects parity claims, affirms disciplinary authority’s discretion in maintaining institutional integrity standards

India’s strength shines through global turmoil: EAM Jaishankar

Jaishankar highlighted India’s ability to manage domestic and global challenges, citing West Asia tensions, fuel disruptions, structural shifts in global power, and the importance of robust national capabilities.

Delhi’s New Slum Policy Expands Access, Adds Amenities, Redefines Urban Rehabilitation

Eligibility extended to 2025, bringing more residents under housing schemes while integrating civic infrastructure, mobility support, and service-oriented settlement planning.

Flying squad seizes Rs 50 lakh unaccounted cash linked to TVK candidate’s relative

Election officials acted on a control room tip off and conducted a late night raid in Valavanur village. Income Tax authorities joined the search as investigators began tracing the source and possible use of the seized money.

Kanpur kidney racket: Probe reveals fake doctors, multi-state organ trafficking network

Police raids triggered by a donor’s complaint have revealed a sophisticated organ-trafficking ring using brokers, encrypted apps and travelling surgical teams, with suspected links to several Indian cities and Nepal.

Snow returns to Kashmir heights as rain drenches valley, erratic weather likely till April 10

Heavy rainfall, snowfall at mountain passes and travel advisories highlight the impact of an active western disturbance across Jammu and Kashmir, raising risks of landslides, slippery roads and disruptions in the coming days.

‘Muttikkomban’ captured in Kerala’s Wayanad after weeks of farmer complaints

After a nearly two-week tracking mission involving dozens of forest staff and trained elephants, authorities tranquilised the tusker linked to crop damage and a fatal attack. It is now undergoing treatment before possible relocation.

Stable Supply, Rising Leakages: India’s LPG System Faces Ground-Level Challenge

Nationwide raids uncover illegal diversion networks, ghost deliveries, and hoarding, despite adequate availability, highlighting urgent need for tighter monitoring systems.

PM Modi Has Tasked Me with 2036 Olympic Mission: Leander Paes After Joining BJP

Former tennis champion highlights youth development, infrastructure gaps, electoral timing, and long-term planning challenges shaping India’s ambitious global sporting aspirations journey ahead

Unseasonal rain, hailstorms batter Maharashtra crops, two dead in Nashik division

Damage assessments are underway as farmers struggle to salvage produce and infrastructure suffers in both rural and urban areas, while weather authorities warn that more storms may continue to affect the state in the coming days.

Rahul Gandhi alleges govt ‘covering up’ foreign surveillance via Chinese CCTV, AI

Rahul Gandhi says officials are hiding details on surveillance systems, including Chinese cameras, banned apps, and foreign AI platforms, calling it a deliberate secrecy that endangers citizen privacy and security.

Thane man duped of ₹71.1 lakh by fraudsters posing as CBI officers

Fraudsters used intimidation, fake investigation claims and forged court papers to pressure the victim into transferring money in multiple instalments before his family uncovered the deception and alerted police.

PBKS captain Shreyas Iyer fined ₹24 lakh for slow over rate against CSK

PBKS registered a five wicket win over CSK in Chennai, marking their second straight victory this season. However, the team faced financial penalties as players were fined under IPL rules for the over rate breach.

Khelo India Tribal Games emerge as historic platform for tribal talent: Chhattisgarh CM

Over 2,000 athletes from 30 states and UTs competed in the 10 day event in Raipur. Karnataka topped the medal tally, while hosts Chhattisgarh won 19 medals as the state announced cash rewards for winners.

Goalkeeper crisis for Liverpool as Alisson misses PSG quarterfinal clash

Liverpool manager Arne Slot confirms the Brazilian keeper will be sidelined until late in the season. Giorgi Mamardashvili is set to step in, while Mohamed Salah has recovered and is available for selection.

“No finishers, just aggressors": CSK head coach Fleming on modern T20 dynamics

Fleming says T20 cricket now demands all-out aggression from the start, with consistent run rates throughout and players across the lineup taking on attacking roles, not just traditional finishers.

India Fall Short in SAFF U20 Final, Bangladesh Clinch Title in Penalty Shootout

A tense final in Male ended goalless after regulation time before Bangladesh kept their composure in the shootout. Missed Indian penalties proved costly despite a strong campaign that included big wins earlier in the tournament.

Modi meets composer Vinayakam, applauds new way to write Indian classical music

PM Modi interacted with Chennai composer Ramesh Vinayakam, exploring his Gamaka Box Notation System that visually captures intricate gamakas, aiding global learning and AI music tools.

Mani Ratnam’s Magic Returns with Sai Pallavi–Vijay Sethupathi Pair

Buzz builds around the upcoming project, with a promo shoot planned this month and filming set to begin in June. Backed by leading banners, the film is expected to deliver a deeply emotional cinematic experience.

Dhurandhar 2 faces plagiarism row! Did Aditya Dhar copy the script?

Filmmaker Santosh Kumar RS claims he narrated a similar story to studios years ago and alleges Aditya Dhar used his concept. Legal notice issued, sparking industry debate.

Suriya transforms from ‘Karuppu’ to ‘Veerabhadrudu’

Title change aims to better connect with Telugu audiences, boosting buzz around the rural action entertainer featuring Trisha, strong music, and high expectations ahead of its May 14 release.

Dual role twist: Ranbir Kapoor plays more than just Lord Rama in Ramayana

Ranbir Kapoor reveals he will portray both Rama and Parshurama, spending a year preparing for their spirituality, emotions, and motivations. Part I releases Diwali 2026, Part II in 2027.

Dacoit trailer ignites buzz with love, betrayal, and high-octane action

The Dacoit trailer delivers heart‑stopping stunts, intense romance, and gripping drama, hinting at Hari’s journey from betrayal to vengeance, with stellar performances and debut director Shaneil Deo’s stylish vision.

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