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The Enforcement Directorate levied a fine exceeding Rs 3.44 crore on BBC World Service India for violating FDI regulations. Additionally, three directors faced individual fines for their oversight during these breaches. BBC WS India maintained 100% FDI instead of the mandated 26% for digital media entities.

A groom's brother was shot dead during a wedding in Lakhimpur Kheri following a dispute over a DJ song. The bride's cousin and another person were arrested after the incident, which occurred around 1am during the garlanding ceremony. The suspect was allegedly intoxicated at the time.

Maharashtra deputy CM Eknath Shinde reiterates his political strength, referencing his pivotal role in the 2022 rebellion that ousted Uddhav Thackeray’s government. Shinde, claiming loyalty to Shiv Sena founder Balasaheb Thackeray, warns opponents against underestimating him amid ongoing threats and a continuing police probe.

The legal battle between Infosys and Cognizant has intensified as Cognizant accuses Infosys of stealing trade secrets related to its TriZetto software. Infosys counters, alleging that Cognizant's CEO, Ravi Kumar, delayed the launch of Infosys Helix while negotiating for a job with Cognizant.

Krushna Abhishek and The Great Indian Kapil comedy team are set to launch their third season on Netflix. The team, including Archana Puran Singh, Kiku Sharda, Sunil Grover, Rajiv Thakur, and Kapil Sharma, believes in superstitions for the show's success, opting to wear black against guidelines.

Sourav Ganguly supports KL Rahul over Rishabh Pant as India's first-choice wicketkeeper-batter in the Champions Trophy due to Rahul's impressive ODI statistics. Ganguly believes India, with its incredible depth in batting, is well-positioned for success. He also remains positive about Virat Kohli overcoming leg-spin difficulties and predicts strong performances from India and New Zealand in Group A.

President Trump's new strategy to resolve the Ukraine conflict by engaging directly with Russia raises speculation about his intentions to weaken the Sino-Russian alliance. China, feeling marginalized and uneasy, fears a potential US-Russia rapprochement that could isolate Beijing and shift US focus entirely towards countering China's influence in the Indo-Pacific region.

A Dalit man's wedding procession in Bulandshahr was attacked by around 40 upper caste men. The attackers hurled casteist slurs, physically assaulted the guests, and forcibly pulled the groom off the horse. Six guests sustained injuries, and an FIR has been registered involving 30 identified and some unknown assailants.

Delhi's new BJP-led administration announced a significant healthcare reform strategy, addressing staffing shortages, integrating digital health services, and enhancing hospital infrastructure. The plan includes establishing 'Aarogya Mandirs' and completing ongoing construction projects. Additionally, the government will assess the Health Information Management System implementation and enforce the Clinical Establishments Act to improve healthcare services.

Environmentalists and policy experts have criticized the Ken-Betwa river-linking project, claiming political motivations behind its approval. They argue that the project's ecological impact, including displacement of families and the destruction of tiger habitats, outweighs its purported benefits. Experts question the project's water distribution and irrigation claims and demand independent study.

Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 2, titled 'Lawless', introduces a heist-focused theme with original characters and a crossover with Mortal Kombat's Sub-Zero. The 1,000 V-Bucks Battle Pass features 14 pages of rewards, including outfits and emotes, with additional bonus pages for dedicated players who complete all challenges by May 2, 2025.

Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 2 introduces Fletcher Kane's Double Down Pistol as the Mythic weapon. Players must defeat the boss, Fletcher Kane, to obtain the weapon and the Unstoppable Medallion. Essential tips include using a shotgun, carrying sufficient ammunition, and keeping medical supplies on hand.

Ranveer Allahbadia's controversial question on India’s Got Latent led to massive backlash, legal troubles, and public hate. Despite apologies and Supreme Court relief, FIRs remain active, and the internet is questioning his stance on offensive humor. Former WWE star Saurav Gurjar threatens action against him.

India secured a win against Bangladesh, while Pakistan faced a setback with a loss to New Zealand in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. With their upcoming match, former cricketer Shahid Afridi considers India as the favourites due to their stronger middle and lower order.

Dell CEO Michael Dell praised Elon Musk's AI startup xAI's chatbot Grok 3 for its rapid improvements and leading the App Store charts.

Fast bowler Haris Rauf emphasises Pakistan will treat their Champions Trophy match against India like any other, focusing on victory. Despite losing to New Zealand and missing key players Saim Ayub and Fakhar Zaman, he remains optimistic about their chances. Rauf, fit and ready, draws confidence from previous wins against India in Dubai.

Norwegian chess grandmaster Magnus Carlsen auctioned off the jeans that led to his disqualification from a round in the World Rapid and Blitz Chess Championships due to a dress code violation. Despite initial frustration, Carlsen returned to the competition and humorously turned the incident into a charitable opportunity, donating the auction proceeds to the Big Brothers Big Sisters charity.

Devendra Barlewar, a 47-year-old scientist, successfully received a rare third kidney transplant at Amrita Hospital, leaving him with five kidneys, only one of which is functional. The complex surgery, performed by Dr. Anil Sharma, was made possible by a multi-organ donation from a brain-dead farmer.