Times of India

West Bengal gears up for a fierce electoral battle as Mamata Banerjee's TMC faces a strong challenge from the BJP, aiming to breach her long-held bastion. The Congress-Left alliance seeks to regain lost ground amidst concerns over violence and governance.

"Ghabraiye, aap Mullanpur mein hain," said Arshdeep Singh in a reel posted on his Instagram account after the match in Mullanpur, New Chandigarh.

Lucknow Super Giants owner Sanjiv Goenka was seen congratulating Punjab Kings' Priyansh Arya after a dominant PBKS victory. Meanwhile, LSG skipper Rishabh Pant engaged in a chat with PBKS co-owner Preity Zinta. Punjab Kings secured their fifth win in six matches, while LSG suffered a third consecutive defeat, highlighting their struggles this season.

A global promise to shift from fossil fuels faces significant hurdles. Economic ties to oil and powerful industry lobbying impede progress. Political will is also a key factor. Despite these challenges, renewable energy sources are expanding rapidly worldwide, offering a glimpse of future change.

A pregnant TCS employee in Nashik, accused of religious harassment, was denied interim relief by the court. She sought anticipatory bail, citing her pregnancy and arguing she's not the main accused. The court will hear her plea again on April 27. The case involves allegations of hurting religious sentiments.

'Bhooth Bangla,' featuring Akshay Kumar, has burst onto the cinematic scene, creeping close to Rs 100 crore in worldwide earnings over its opening weekend. This horror-comedy, helmed by Priyadarshan, saw an impressive Rs 58.75 crore net in India by the fourth day. Viewers are embracing the film with enthusiasm, making the weekday box office performance a hot topic of discussion. Read on to know more in detail.

Ethane, a natural gas liquid, is mainly used to produce ethylene, a core input for plastics. China relies almost entirely on the United States for these supplies.

Congress alleges the Income Tax department "unlawfully confined" Tamil Nadu chief K Selvaperunthagai, calling it a "blatant misuse" of agencies by the BJP to obstruct opposition campaigning ahead of Rahul Gandhi's visit. The party claims this is intimidation, not routine action, aimed at silencing dissent during a crucial election period.

A viral video of a Sunrisers Hyderabad fan performing a lemon ritual during an IPL match coincided with Shivam Dube's dismissal, sparking 'black magic' accusations. An unverified letter claiming CSK complained to the IPL has also circulated. Former IPL commissioner Lalit Modi alleged similar past incidents involving team owners.

A US jet downed over Iran caused turmoil in the White House. President Donald Trump pushed for immediate rescue of two missing airmen. Officials planned a complex mission to retrieve them from Iranian territory. One airman was quickly recovered. The second was rescued after over 24 hours behind enemy lines. This averted a major setback for the administration.

USCIS Director Joseph Edlow has declared a 'full-scale war' on immigration fraud, warning that past Green Card approvals are being re-examined for any signs of deception. The agency is committed to rigorous vetting, emphasizing that compliance with immigration laws is paramount for those seeking residency or citizenship. New tip lines are active to report suspected fraud.

Aronyak Ghosh achieved his long-awaited Grandmaster title after a remarkable performance at the 23rd BCC Open 2026 in Bangkok. The 22-year-old's journey, marked by his father's dedication and the family's financial sacrifices, culminated in securing his third GM norm. This achievement signifies the success of years of commitment to the game, with chess now being Aronyak's primary focus.

Gold price prediction today: Gold prices are expected to continue being volatile in the coming days on uncertainty related to the US-Iran war and inflation data this week, says Manav Modi, Senior Analyst, Commodity Research at Motilal Oswal Financial Services Ltd.

The UAE has requested a US financial safety net amid concerns that an Iran war could severely damage its economy and investor confidence. Talks included a currency-swap line proposal, as the UAE fears needing to use other currencies for transactions if dollar shortages arise.

Enforcement Directorate officials conducted raids across Bengaluru on Monday, targeting premises linked to the sons of Karnataka Congress MLA N A Harris, Mohammed Haris Nalapad and Omar Farook Nalapad. The searches are part of a money laundering investigation connected to a 2017 cryptocurrency case involving alleged bitcoin theft by hacker Srikrishna Ramesh alias Sriki.

A devastating bus accident in Udhampur, Jammu and Kashmir, claimed at least 16 lives and left several injured as the vehicle plunged into a gorge. Rescue operations are underway, with authorities confirming heavy casualties are anticipated. Efforts are being made to provide medical aid and airlift critically wounded passengers.

A Fly91 flight from Hyderabad to Hubballi was diverted to Bengaluru on Sunday due to adverse weather, causing anxiety among its 22 passengers. The aircraft circled Hubballi for an hour before heading to Bengaluru, eventually returning to Hubballi later that night after conditions improved. Such diversions are standard safety procedures.