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Center tells SC it backs Sabarimala restriction citing male superiority
The Union government defended the restriction on women of menstruating age entering Kerala's Sabarimala temple, citing instances where men are barred from temples.
Solvent shortages hit India's drug sector as government targets methanol
India is grappling with supply constraints in key pharmaceutical solvents due to geopolitical issues, prompting government intervention to stabilize availability.
Kerala and Delhi high courts to hear transgender amendment challenges
The recently enacted Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Act, 2026 is facing legal challenges in Kerala and Delhi High Courts over its constitutionality.
Bomb threat email prompts major security operation across Delhi sites
A bomb threat email sent to the Delhi Legislative Assembly prompted a large-scale security operation across key government and public locations.
India unveils swift measures to stabilize prices amid U.S.-Iran conflict
India is implementing a range of measures, from increased fertiliser subsidies to reduced airport charges, to mitigate the economic impact of the Iran conflict.
Delhi Police uncovered online exam cheating using remote desktop software
Delhi Police have busted a large-scale online exam cheating operation, where students were hired to provide real-time answers using remote desktop software.
Vijayawada police arrest Sayeeda Begum for allegedly recruiting youth online
A 38-year-old single mother and Instagram influencer, Sayeeda Begum, is now a suspect in a terror module investigation by Hyderabad police.
Ravi Chauhan allegedly kills Ali Hussain, displays head in Araria
A minor parking dispute in Bihar escalated into a double murder, as a roadside vendor beheaded a driver, leading to the culprit's own death at the hands of the victim's family.
Kempegowda International Airport tests contactless facial biometrics for international travelers
Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport is trialling a contactless, biometric travel system for seamless international journeys.
Kanpur 'flying surgeons' ran illegal kidney transplants at Ahuja Hospital
Investigators have exposed a criminal group of 'flying surgeons' performing illegal kidney transplants in Kanpur, India.
Yamunanagar gas cylinder leak near factory injures 11 including baby
A gas cylinder leak triggered a fire and explosion in a migrant labourer quarter in Yamunanagar, Haryana, injuring eleven people.
TRAI May 4 decision on free TV apps in India
Over 130 million Indian Smart TV users may lose access to over 150 free channels, pending a decision by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India.
Jyotiraditya Scindia projects over 1 billion 5G users by 2030
Union Minister Jyotiraditya M Scindia predicts that India will have over a billion 5G users by 2030. He also highlighted India's rapid rollout of the technology.
Railway Board approves 2 220km/h design-speed trainsets 2027-28
The Ministry of Railways plans to manufacture two new trains with a design speed of 220 kmph, surpassing the current fastest, Vande Bharat Express.
Rajasthan launches Sarthak Naam Abhiyan enabling parents to rename students
The Rajasthan School Education Department is launching the "Sarthak Naam Abhiyan" to replace derogatory or meaningless student names, promoting dignity and inclusivity.
Amity University student Harshit Bhatt found dead in Noida pond
The mother of Harshit Bhatt, a student found dead in a pond at Amity University, alleges murder due to signs of struggle on his body.
Mumbai's green Asha LPG arrival 1st since West Asia conflict
An India-flagged ship carrying 15,400 tonnes of LPG successfully crossed the conflict-ridden Strait of Hormuz and docked at Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority near Mumbai.
Ajmer washerman Jitendra Kumar hit with nearly ₹600cr tax notice
An Ajmer-based washerman, Jitendra Kumar, received an income tax notice for transactions worth over Rs 598 crore linked to diamond trading, suspecting misuse of his lost PAN card.
Delhi fuel crunch pushes migrant families back to villages
Migrant workers in India are returning to their rural homes due to escalating food prices and gas shortages, exacerbated by the Iran war fuel crisis.
Haryana suspends IAS officers after ₹590cr IDFC First Bank probe
The Haryana government has suspended two IAS officers, Ram Kumar Singh and Pardeep Kumar, for their alleged involvement in the Rs 590 crore IDFC First Bank scam.
Maharashtra mandates Marathi test for Mira-Bhayandar auto-rickshaw and taxi drivers
Maharashtra is testing over 12,000 auto and taxi drivers' Marathi proficiency as part of a permit and domicile review, with potential license suspension for failure.
Bombay High Court Nagpur bench finds kitchen ban mental cruelty
The Bombay High Court has declared that preventing a woman from cooking in her marital home constitutes mental torture and is a violation of her dignity.
Centre challenges 2018 Sabarimala ruling citing male superiority before bench
The Indian Centre has argued that the 2018 Supreme Court verdict on Sabarimala temple was based on the assumption of male superiority.
Galgotias University faces online backlash over ads, Chinese-made robot dog
Galgotias University faces social media mockery over its full-page ads claiming global recognition, following a controversy at the India AI Summit.
Indian Army launches Operation HimSetu to evacuate stranded Sikkim tourists
The Indian Army's Eastern Command initiated Operation HimSetu, rescuing over a hundred tourists stranded in North Sikkim due to landslides and a bridge collapse.
Multiple landslides hit North Sikkim; over 1,000 stranded
The Indian Army has successfully rescued 135 tourists stranded in North Sikkim after multiple landslides cut road connectivity.
Uber India and Kerala CEO office offered free polling rides
Twin sisters in Kochi utilized a free Uber ride, offered by the Election Commission and Uber India, to cast their first-ever votes in the Assembly elections.
Baba Ashok Kharat accused of fake tax raids in Shirdi
A godman from Shirdi, Baba Ashok Kharat, is accused of extorting crores from his devotees by staging fake Income Tax raids and then charging for their 'rescue'.
Delhi Dehradun Expressway opens April 14 with 6 lanes ₹12,000cr
Workers were spotted manually clearing stagnant water from the soon-to-be inaugurated Rs. 12,000 crore Delhi-Dehradun Economic Corridor, days before PM Modi's scheduled visit.
Lowering and assembly begin for Mumbai Ahmedabad bullet train TBMs
The National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL) has unveiled plans to construct a 16-km tunnel as part of the Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project.
Telangana launches fully digital 2027 census house listing May 11
The Census 2027 in Telangana will be conducted digitally, a shift from the paper-based process used until 2011. The first phase of this exercise will run from May 11 to June 9.
Intoxicated driver kills 2 engineering students in Hyderabad crash
A drunk businessman rammed his car into a parked two-wheeler in Hyderabad, killing two engineering students and injuring a pedestrian.
GHHI launches South Asia hub to address India's extreme heat
India is launching a collaborative initiative to combat the intensifying heat crisis, as climate change exacerbates weather patterns and threatens public health.
Sangareddy villagers tie Anganwadi teacher Vasanthakumari to tree over money
A teacher in Telangana was allegedly tied to a tree and verbally abused by villagers over her husband's unresolved money dispute.
Indian Army rescues 135, North Sikkim landslides strand 1,000 tourists
The Indian Army has rescued 135 tourists stranded due to multiple landslides in North Sikkim, while over 1,000 remain trapped.
Green Asha docks at JNPA as Strait of Hormuz threatened
The India-flagged LPG vessel, Green Asha, carrying 15,400 tonnes of LPG, has successfully reached the Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority after crossing the tense Strait of Hormuz.
India's petroleum minister to visit Qatar amid Middle East tensions
Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri is set to visit Qatar on April 9-10 amid concerns over global energy supplies due to Middle East tensions.
Lingayat seer alleges ₹3cr extortion, car damage, false rape implication
Jagadguru Basavajaya Mruthyunjaya Swami has lodged an FIR against four individuals for extortion and defamation, while one accused woman alleges sexual exploitation by the Swami.
PayU, 8B let Indian travelers use UPI in Central Asia
Indian travellers to Central Asia can now use UPI and other domestic payment methods, thanks to a new fintech partnership between 8B and PayU.
Heavy rain expected in Jammu, Assam, Himachal, other states
An active western disturbance is likely to trigger a spell of rain with thunderstorms, hail and strong winds across several parts of India.
India's Supreme Court says it can call religious practices superstitious
The Supreme Court asserts its constitutional authority to classify religious practices as superstitious, amidst objections raised by the Centre.
Assam Secondary Education Board to announce HSLC results April 10
The Secondary Education Board, Assam, will declare the Class 10 Results on April 10, 2026. Students can access their scores online at sebaonline.org using their roll number.
Supreme Court reconsiders Sabarimala women's entry over devotees' belief
The Indian Solicitor General argued in the Supreme Court that temple entry rights should be evaluated in the context of devotees' beliefs, during the Sabarimala case hearing.
Kolkata storms ease, Alipore Meteorological Department forecasts minimum temperature 21.3°C
Kolkata is expected to experience showers and thunderstorms until April 14, followed by a dry spell with rising temperatures.
Supreme Court in Sabarimala case allows judicial oversight of religion
The Supreme Court has countered the Union government's claim that courts cannot judge religious practices, asserting constitutional rights over religious freedoms.
Gurugram firefighters strike over families' compensation and overdue salary hikes
Over 150 firefighters in Gurugram have joined a state-wide strike, demanding compensation for deceased colleagues and increased pay and allowances.
India doubles 5-kg LPG cylinder distribution amid West Asia conflict
The informal group of ministers (iGoM), led by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, reviews the availability of LPG and other essentials amidst the West Asia conflict.
IMD announces Delhi-NCR temperatures could reach 38C by April 14
After brief respite due to rain, Delhi-NCR is expected to witness a steady temperature rise, potentially reaching 38°C by April 14.
IMD issues orange alert for Assam, north wet, south humid
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for heavy rains in Assam on 9 April, while also predicting wet spells in several other states.
Mumbai opens Line 2B and Line 9 to mixed reception
On its inaugural day, Mumbai's newly launched Metro Line 9 saw packed trains while Line 2B experienced low ridership, with trains largely running empty.
Md Daud Ali, children missing from West Bengal voter list
Md Daud Ali, a retired Indian Army Havildar and Kargil war veteran, is fighting to prove his identity after being removed from the Bengal voter roll.
CBSE requires that at least 2 of the 3 languages be Indian; the mandatory introduction of the 3rd language (R3) begins in class 6 from 2026-27
The Central Board of Secondary Education's (CBSE) new three-language curriculum has sparked controversy, with some states alleging it imposes Hindi on non-Hindi speaking regions.
India will ban new HFC factories after December 2027
The Indian Government has ordered a halt to environmental clearances for new hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) production beyond December 31, 2027, aligning with international commitments.
Government to double 5kg LPG supply for Delhi migrants
The Delhi government is launching an initiative to improve migrant labourers' access to cooking fuel by increasing the distribution of 5 kg free trade LPG cylinders.
April snowfall and hail hit Himachal apple orchards during flowering
Unseasonal snowfall in April has left apple growers in Himachal Pradesh anxious, as plummeting temperatures disrupt the crucial flowering season and damage infrastructure.
Supreme Court refers Malda case to NIA after officers held
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has registered 12 cases to probe the gherao of judicial officers involved in Special Intensive Revision (SIR) work in Malda, West Bengal.
Regional Meteorological Centre issues heat index advisory for Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu is expected to experience rising temperatures and increased humidity until April 12, likely causing discomfort for residents.
Indian Air Force demonstrates FF bot to protect military bases
India's indigenous Firefighting Robot, the FF Bot, is revolutionizing warzone responses by tackling fires in military infrastructure where human intervention is impossible.
Bomb blast kills 2 minors, protests turn deadly in Imphal
Protesters in Imphal, Manipur, attempted to storm the residences of Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh and Home Minister Konthoujam Govindas Singh over alleged security lapses.
India's Supreme Court bench debates intervention in religious practices
The Supreme Court of India has claimed its right to examine religious practices for superstition, amid ongoing discussions on religious freedom and gender discrimination.
Celebrations across Kashmir valley after Iran ceasefire announcement
The Kashmir Valley erupted in celebrations after a ceasefire was announced between Iran, the United States, and Israel.
Constable, key witness in TN father-son custodial killings, reveals everything
Nine police officers from Tamil Nadu were sentenced to death this week for the custodial deaths of P Jayaraj and his son, J Bennix.
Delhi HC seeks action against journalist Rana Ayyub's X posts
The Delhi High Court has taken cognizance of a petition seeking action against journalist Rana Ayyub for allegedly posting derogatory content about Hindu deities on social media platform X.
IMD warns of thundersqualls, hailstorms across India
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted a spell of intense weather across India over the next few days.
Anant Ambani pledges ₹18cr for temple, animal welfare in Kerala
Anant Ambani, the Executive Director of Reliance Industries Limited, has pledged ₹18 crore for the development of temple infrastructure as well as animal welfare in Kerala.
Manipur: 3 killed in firing during protest against kids' killings
At least three people were killed and several others injured when Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel opened fire at a protest in Bishnupur district's Tronglaobi Maning in Manipur, local media reported.
Aerobridge ceiling panel falls on flyer's head at Hyderabad airport
A United States citizen, Deepak Adoni, was injured after a metal panel from an aerobridge's ceiling fell on him at Hyderabad Airport.
Internet shut, curfew in Manipur after 2 kids killed
Violence erupted in Manipur's Bishnupur district on Tuesday as protests intensified over the death of two children in a suspected rocket attack.
Passenger finds cockroach-like insect in Vande Bharat meal
A passenger traveling on the Vande Bharat train from Ahmedabad to Mumbai claimed that they found an insect in their meal.
Amaravati officially declared as Andhra Pradesh's capital
Amaravati has been officially declared the capital of Andhra Pradesh, 12 years after the state was bifurcated.
Sabarimala case: Supreme Court begins hearing before 9-judge bench
The Supreme Court has started hearing the Sabarimala case before a nine-judge Constitution Bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant.
Infant, 5-year-old boy killed in rocket attack in Manipur
A suspected rocket attack on a house in Manipur's Bishnupur district has left two children dead and their mother injured.
'Was looking for nephew': What Delhi Assembly breacher told cops
Sarabjit Singh, the man who drove his vehicle through Gate No. 2. of the Delhi Legislative Assembly on Monday, told cops that he was looking for his missing nephew and that someone had fed him opium, causing him to be disoriented.
Centre doubles LPG allocation for migrant workers amid cylinder crisis
The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has doubled the allocation of 5kg Free Trade LPG (FTL) cylinders for migrant laborers across all states.
9 TN cops get death sentence for father-son custodial killing
A court in Tamil Nadu's Madurai district has sentenced nine police officers to death for their involvement in the custodial deaths of trader P Jayaraj and his son J Benicks.
Masked driver arrested after breaching Delhi Assembly, placing bouquet inside
The masked man who breached the security of the Delhi Assembly on Monday afternoon by ramming his car through Gate No. 2 has been arrested.
DRDO-linked offices get bomb threats; Udayanidhi Stalin's son also targeted
A major security operation has been launched at key defense establishments in Bengaluru after a series of bomb threat emails were sent to offices linked to the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).
Delhi toy car bomb plot: 2 JeM-linked men arrested
Two men, identified as Mossab Ahdam alias Kalam Kalyan and Mohammad Hamad Kollara, were arrested by the Delhi Police Special Cell and Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) in a joint operation.
Maharashtra police, IIT, Navy launch app to monitor coastal vessels
The Maharashtra police have partnered with the Indian Navy and the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras to launch a mobile application named Marine Domain Awareness (MDA).
Ladakhi buys single egg for ₹25,000 at Iran donation drive
Residents of Leh district in Ladakh have been collecting donations for the victims of the ongoing conflict in Iran.
Masked driver rams Delhi Assembly gate, places bouquet and flees
A car rammed through the main gate of the Delhi Assembly before entering the complex, sparking alarm among security personnel.
DU colleges evacuated after bomb threat emails: Delhi Police
Two colleges of the Delhi University, Ramjas College and Miranda House, were evacuated on Monday morning after receiving bomb threat emails.
Marine engineering student dies after basketball pole falls on him
A 20-year-old marine engineering student died after a dilapidated basketball pole collapsed on him at the Tolani Maritime Institute in Pune's Induri, Maval.
Traffic suspended on Jammu-Srinagar highway after heavy landslide in Ramban
Traffic on the Jammu-Srinagar national highway was suspended early Monday due to landslides and shooting stones triggered by rainfall in Ramban.
'Didn't feel scared': Kerala techie after being rescued from forest
A 36-year-old woman from Kerala, G S Sharanya, was found safe after going missing for four days in the Tadiandamol hills of Karnataka's Kodagu district.
Snakes, crocodiles to replace barbed wire on marshy India-Bangladesh border?
The Border Security Force (BSF) is mulling over an unconventional idea to tackle infiltration along the India-Bangladesh border.
IMD predicts widespread rain in several states on April 6-7
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted widespread rainfall across several states in India on April 6 and 7.
Madhya Pradesh: 3 dead, several feared trapped in lodge collapse
A tragic incident occurred in Anuppur district of Madhya Pradesh on Saturday evening when a four-storey lodge near the Kotma bus stand collapsed.
'Strait of Hormuz has to open': Former Indian diplomat
Former Indian Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates, Sanjay Sudhir, has warned that the closure of the Strait of Hormuz is now a food security issue for millions.
UP man killed in Russia coercively recruited: Family
A 22-year-old man from Mawasi village in Uttar Pradesh's Rampur was killed while serving in the Russian army amid the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
Why was India-bound oil shipment rerouted mid-voyage to China
An Iranian crude oil shipment, which was initially headed for India, was diverted mid-voyage to China.
ECI must be independent, insulated from political influence: Justice Nagarathna
Supreme Court judge Justice BV Nagarathna has emphasized the importance of the Election Commission of India (ECI) being independent and insulated from political influence.
Back-to-back western disturbances to cause thunderstorms, strong winds in Delhi
The India Meteorological Department(IMD) has issued a high alert for Delhi-NCR on Sunday. The warning comes as back-to-back western disturbances are expected to cause thunderstorms and strong winds of up to 50km/h.
Indian Ocean witnesses magnitude 4.2 earthquake
A magnitude 4.2 earthquake hit the Indian Ocean on Sunday, according to the National Center for Seismology (NCS).
Supreme Court forms 9-judge bench to review 2018 Sabarimala verdict
The Supreme Court has constituted a nine-judge bench to review its 2018 verdict on the Sabarimala temple in Kerala.
Govt ramps up LPG supply amid crisis amid Hormuz crisis
The Indian government has announced a series of measures to ensure an uninterrupted fuel supply and gas access in light of the ongoing crisis in West Asia. The measures also include support for Indians stranded abroad.
Maharashtra: Contractors threaten to halt work over ₹96,000cr payment delay
The Maharashtra State Contractors' Association (MSCA) has threatened to stop all development work across the state from April 7 if the government doesn't clear pending payments of over ₹96,000 crore.
Jaishankar thanks Armenia for helping evacuate Indian fishermen from Iran
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has thanked Armenia and its Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan for their help in evacuating Indian fishermen from Iran.
India's crude supplies fully secured, no payment hurdle: Petroleum ministry
The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has assured that India's crude oil supplies are fully secured for the coming months.
PM Modi likely to inaugurate Delhi-Dehradun Expressway on April 14
The much-awaited Delhi-Dehradun Expressway is likely to be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on April 14, 2026.
Seventh Indian LPG tanker crosses Hormuz; 17 ships still stranded
The Indian LPG tanker, Green Sanvi, has successfully crossed the strategically important Strait of Hormuz.
Telangana: 3,699 illegal LPG cylinders seized, 1,275 cases registered
The Telangana civil supplies department has seized a total of 3,699 illegal domestic liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders between March 12 and April 3, news agency IANS reported.
Hyderabad police launch crackdown on illegal mango ripening agents
Hyderabad police and municipal authorities have intensified their crackdown on the use of illegal ripening agents in mangoes.
Dehradun cops nab 2 accused in retired Brigadier's murder
In a dramatic turn of events, Dehradun Police have arrested two suspects involved in the murder of retired Army brigadier Mukesh Kumar Joshi.
Delhi's air quality deteriorates due to dust storm, thunderstorms expected
Delhi has been experiencing erratic weather patterns lately, with dust storms in the morning, sunshine in the afternoon, and rain by evening.
Car falls into well killing 9, 6 children among dead
In a tragic incident in Maharashtra's Nashik district, nine members of a family lost their lives when their vehicle fell into a water-filled well.