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Welcome to the Karnataka Today newsletter, your guide from The Hindu on the major news stories to follow today. Curated and written by Nalme Nachiyar.

Montreal Canadiens will face Carolina Hurricanes. Canadiens need one point for playoffs. Hurricanes are preparing for a postseason match with New Jersey. Carolina will rest some veterans and introduce new players. Nicholas Suzuki leads Canadiens. Sebastian Aho guides Hurricanes. The game promises drama and a glimpse into the future. Both teams eye the postseason.

 The ATM has been put up in a cubicle at the rear end of the coach, a space earlier used as a makeshift pantry

Elon Musk doesn’t have children. He has a legion. That’s what he calls his sprawling brood, borrowing the term from Roman military units known for conquest and expansion. The mission? To out-breed the collapse of Western civilisation. The method? Unclear. But one text from Musk to a baby mama suggests “we will need to use surrogates” to “reach legion-level before the apocalypse.” As you do.

Gold prices have soared to unprecedented levels, reaching Rs 98,100 per 10 grams in the national capital, fueled by escalating trade tensions between the US and China. This surge is further supported by a weakened US dollar and positive outlooks from major banks, citing inflows into gold-backed ETFs and sustained central bank buying.

Sperm Racing, a startup founded by young entrepreneurs, is set to host the world's first sperm race in Los Angeles on April 25. This unique event aims to raise awareness about declining male fertility rates, a global health issue often overlooked. The competition will feature live-streamed microscopic races, complete with commentary and wagering, designed to mimic the female reproductive system.

Caldwell wasn’t the only casualty. Darin Selnick, the Pentagon’s Deputy Chief of Staff and another political appointee, was also placed on administrative leave and removed from the building. According to defense officials, both men had their security credentials suspended pending the outcome of the investigation.

In February, he said the State government would introduce legislation to ensure representation of persons with disabilities in local bodies

The protest on April 18 was called by Ulemas while the one on April 29 was by the Muslim Central Committee.

Tarnaka-Habsiguda road in Hyderabad is proposed to be taken up as a ‘Science Corridor’ with the help of Hyderabad Metro Rail

Ross Gerber said in an interview recently that Elon Musk “doesn’t care” about the electric car manufacturer. He also defended his criticism after a backlash from retail investors.

11 cadres of proscribed outfits arrested in Manipur for extortion, recovery of weapons; State under President’s rule since February

CDSCO directs States to halt sale of unapproved FDC drugs, emphasizing safety and compliance with drug regulations.

Donald Trump has once again targeted Harvard University. He termed it a 'joke' and unworthy of federal funds. Trump criticized Harvard's hiring choices. He mentioned Bill de Blasio and Lori Lightfoot. Trump accused the university of employing 'woke' and 'radical left' individuals. He also referenced the plagiarism allegations against Harvard's president.

Google suspended 2.9 million advertiser accounts and removed 247.4 million ads in India in 2024 due to policy violations. Globally, over 39.2 million accounts were suspended and 5.1 billion ads were taken down. The company implemented over 50 improvements to its LLMs and suspended 700,000 accounts, leading to a 90% drop in scam ad reports.

The Supreme Court questioned the Centre on potentially allowing Muslims in Hindu religious trusts during a hearing on petitions challenging the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025. Concerns were raised about 'waqf by user' and the Act's implications on long-standing Islamic practices. The court is considering whether to hear the matter or refer it to a high court, with petitioners arguing the Act's provisions are unconstitutional.

Good Friday, observed on April 18, 2025, is a solemn Christian holiday commemorating Jesus Christ's crucifixion and death. Rooted in the New Testament accounts of Pontius Pilate's judgment and Jesus' sacrifice, it signifies love, salvation, and reconciliation. Across the globe, Christians attend special services, abstain from meat, and participate in processions.

In the Mandirpara area of Dhulian, numerous women were allegedly molested during the violence

During the IPL match between KKR and PBKS, Sunil Narine's bat failed a live gauge test, highlighting the BCCI's crackdown on oversized bats. Anrich Nortje faced a similar issue later in the game. These mid-match checks, a new protocol, aim to prevent unfair advantages, with several players already scrutinised this season for bat dimensions exceeding ICC regulations.

Chennai Super Kings face a tough situation in IPL 2025, sitting at the bottom with only two wins in seven games. While Noor Ahmad and Khaleel Ahmad shine with the ball, the batting struggles, especially with Ruturaj Gaikwad's injury. Rachin Ravindra leads in runs, but the middle order falters.