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Bosch Chassis Systems is part of Bosch’s Vehicle Motion division in India and is one of the market leaders in automotive safety systems

CM said Kerala is on a strong path towards becoming a developed State, with achievements across sectors that must continue uninterrupted

Nasa's Artemis II astronauts have returned a stunning Earthrise image. The crew also photographed the Milky Way. Their lunar flyby marked a significant milestone, reaching a record distance from Earth. The mission included observing a solar eclipse and lunar features. Artemis II is now returning for a splashdown, advancing Nasa's lunar exploration goals.

Stock market today: Nifty50 and BSE Sensex opened in red on Thursday, a day after the stock market saw a record single day gain. While Nifty50 went below 23,900, BSE Sensex was down over 500 points.

Pawan Khera remains untraceable as Assam Police search for him in Hyderabad regarding alleged defamatory remarks against Himanta Biswa Sarma's wife. Khera's Hyderabad residence is under heavy police watch, while he has moved the Telangana High Court seeking anticipatory bail.

A total of 34 candidates are in fray for the byelections — nine in Bagalkot and 25 in Davangere South constituency

A symbolic dove release for peace at the PSL 2026 match between Peshawar Zalmi and Hyderabad Kingsmen drew significant online criticism. Critics labelled the 'Pakistan - The Peace Maker' initiative as forced and PR-driven, deeming it out of place during the cricket tournament amidst geopolitical tensions.

No casualties or injuries were reported in the incident

Khera allegedly made statements accusing the Assam Chief Minister’s wife had three passports

Chief Justice Sushrut Arvind Dharmadhikari and Justice G. Arul Murugan refuse to entertain six writ appeals filed by Himanshu Pathak

After a legal battle of more than 16 years, Karnataka State Consumer Disputed Redressal Commission directed the insurance company to pay 75% of the claim, fine and litigation costs

Former world No. 1 Daniil Medvedev suffered a shocking 6-0, 6-0 defeat to Matteo Berrettini at the Monte Carlo Masters. Medvedev's frustration boiled over, leading to a racquet-smashing outburst and a code violation. Berrettini, ranked 90th, delivered a career-best performance in the swift, one-sided match, marking a rare 'double bagel' against a top-10 player.

Six candidates are in the fray for the Assembly bypoll necessitated by the death of sitting BJP MLA Imkong L. Imchen

Top stock market recommendations: Aditya Birla Sun Life AMC, Bank of India, and Cummins India have been picked as top stocks to buy today by Aakash K Hindocha, Deputy Vice President - WM Research of Nuvama Professional Clients Group.

Israel expressed dissatisfaction with the US over its handling of the Iran ceasefire, feeling informed late and excluded from consultations. Despite public support from Prime Minister Netanyahu, who set clear limits, concerns remain about the agreement's scope, particularly regarding Lebanon. Tensions persist, with Hezbollah launching rockets following Israeli strikes.

Puducherry's assembly elections commenced today with an innovative touch as a robot named 'Nila' greeted voters. Approximately 9.5 lakh electors are choosing among 294 candidates across 30 constituencies. The main contenders are the NDA, led by Chief Minister N Rangasamy, and the Congress-DMK alliance. Key issues like statehood and unemployment are prominent, with counting set for May 4.

Gujarat Titans coach Ashish Nehra's animated reaction to a costly overthrow during Delhi Capitals' chase became a talking point. A deflected ball gifted five runs, nearly costing GT a tense one-run victory. This incident underscored how crucial even minor fielding lapses can be in tightly contested matches, highlighting the fine margins that decide outcomes.

Oil prices edged higher Thursday after a significant daily drop, as Middle East tensions and uncertainty surrounding the Strait of Hormuz kept markets on edge. Despite conflicting reports on tanker movement, US Vice President Vance indicated the strait was beginning to reopen. Prices remain elevated due to persistent concerns over potential renewed hostilities.