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Mallikarjun Kharge on Tuesday referred to PM Modi as a “terrorist” and later issued a clarification, in remarks expected to trigger political controversy during the ongoing election season. Kharge made the statement in Chennai at a press conference on the final day of campaigning for the Tamil Nadu assembly elections, scheduled for Thursday. He was criticising the opposition AIADMK over its alliance with PM Modi's BJP.

Election authorities in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu have seized over Rs 1,000 crore in poll-related inducements, including cash, liquor, drugs, and precious metals. The Election Commission deployed extensive surveillance teams to curb voter influence and ensure fair elections, while also establishing grievance committees to address public concerns.

The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation is preparing to lay off up to 500 employees, approximately 20% of its workforce, as part of a cost-control effort. This move aligns with the foundation's plan to wind down by 2045 and aims to cap operating expenses at $1.25 billion while increasing program spending to a record $9 billion in 2026.

Former selector Kris Srikkanth regrets omitting Rohit Sharma from India’s 2011 World Cup squad, saying he apologised for the decision. He explained it was due to team balance and preference for all-rounders. India, led by MS Dhoni, won the title, with Yuvraj Singh starring, while Rohit later became a top white-ball batter.

Former England captain Alastair Cook urges young batter Jacob Bethell to leave the IPL and return to Warwickshire. Cook believes Bethell, despite his T20 World Cup heroics, is wasting crucial development time on the bench with Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Consistent game time is vital for his progression, Cook argued, suggesting he could open for his county and aid England's future.

Iran has seized two ships in the Strait of Hormuz. One vessel was heading to Mundra port in Gujarat. This action escalates tensions in the vital oil chokepoint. The seizures follow recent incidents involving Indian-bound ships. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has taken custody of the vessels. Tensions remain high despite a ceasefire.

A childhood viewing of Saajan inspired Sri Lankan actor Shehan Malik to learn Hindi and chase Bollywood dreams. Now in India for IPL 2026, the Kegalle-born content creator reflects on discovering language through films, playing junior cricket with Kusal Mendis and Niroshan Dickwella, and experiencing India’s intense cricket fandom firsthand.

A bench of Justices PK Mishra and NV Anjaria told the counsels arguing on behalf of the West Bengal administration which includes the CM Mamata Banerjee and other senior officials, that they may argue on abstract legal principles but the Court cannot shut it’s eye over the practical realities going on in the State.

Michael and Susan Dell have pledged $750 million to the University of Texas at Austin for a new medical center and research campus. This significant donation will focus on integrating AI and advanced computing to improve patient care, research, and education. The project, expected to open by 2030, aims to enhance Austin's healthcare capabilities and advance medical innovation.

'Bhooth Bangla', directed by Priyadarshan and starring Akshay Kumar, Tabu, Paresh Rawal, Wamiqa Gabbi, Rajpal Yadav, Mithila Palkar and Asrani, is chasing the Rs. 100 crore India net milestone as it enters Day 6 of its theatrical run. With a worldwide gross of Rs. 118.12 crore, the horror-comedy has recovered strongly from its Monday dip with an 18.5% growth on Day 5. The film opened with Rs. 12.25 crore on Day 1, peaked at Rs. 23 crore on Day 3 and is now building toward a healthy first week total. Marking Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan's reunion after 16 years, the supernatural comedy-thriller follows Arjun Acharya returning to his ancestral home to confront the demonic entity Vadhusur. Stay updated with all live Day 6 tracking, day-wise collections and the complete box office story of Bhooth Bangla.

He won his maiden election in 1978 from Vijayawada East on a Congress ticket

Mr. Bhaskara Rao, who served as Chief Minister for 31 days in 1984 after a political revolt against N.T. Rama Rao, died at a private hospital in Hyderabad on Wednesday; his last rites will be performed on April 24

The State has consistently ranked among the top three in the country for domestic tourist arrivals, says Patil

Nirmala Sitharaman alleged that the Congress is “completely frustrated” and making such remarks against the Prime Minister amid Assembly polls in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal because of its "deep hatred" towards PM Modi

Justice Senthilkumar Ramamoorthy wound up hearing oral arguments in the case and decided to dictate orders on April 24, 2026