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Emphasising the strategic importance of Siliguri Corridor, the Prime Minister says Trinamool supports “tukde-tukde” gang that had threatened to snap the corridor to cut off the Northeast from the rest of the country

Royal Challengers Bengaluru posted a formidable 240/4, powered by Phil Salt's 78 and Rajat Patidar's rapid 53. Virat Kohli contributed a steady 50. Mumbai Indians' chase faltered early as Rohit Sharma retired hurt on 19 due to a hamstring injury, leaving the daunting target unmet.

A study reveals Jallianwala Bagh compensation was calculated by income and dependents, leading to payouts from a few thousand rupees for deaths to under Rs 100 for minor injuries. This formula, linking life value to economic productivity, sparked public debate over "blood money" and colonial accountability.

In a message to all of its MPs, the BJP said, "A Three-Line Whip being issued to all BJP Members in the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha from Thursday to Saturday, 16th to 18th April 2026."

K. Mohan of the AIADMK will be taking on Abdul Rahman of the VCK in Panruti; there are nine candidates in the fray

Tributes poured in for Asha Bhosle from across the film industry and the political industry

Delhi Police's crime branch has busted a massive recruitment exam scam, arresting over 16 individuals, including four police officers. The syndicate, operating across multiple states, allegedly compromised Delhi Police and other Staff Selection Commission exams. Involved insiders facilitated remote desktop cheating, demanding lakhs for guaranteed selections. The operation has exposed significant vulnerabilities.

“Conveyed warm greetings of Prime Minister @narendramodi and our gratitude for ensuring well-being of the Indian community during the West Asia conflict,” says S. Jaishankar

Bose said his earlier decision to join the BJP was a “historic mistake” 

It has been informed that approval for utilisation is governed by guidelines issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs

To be cremated with full State honours; last rites will be performed at Shivaji Park in Mumbai at 4 p.m.