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Asian stocks today: Markets retreat after record-high due to oil surge, Iran tensions weigh

Times of India - Thu, 04/23/2026 - 06:26
Asian markets faltered after touching record highs, weighed down by surging oil prices and lingering US-Iran peace talk uncertainties. Japan's Nikkei briefly crossed 60,000 before retreating. Escalating Middle East tensions, including shipping disruptions, fueled oil price spikes, impacting investor sentiment across the region. Despite a Wall Street rally, regional markets succumbed to geopolitical anxieties.
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NITI Aayog teams up with APEPDCL to revolutionise power distribution in Andhra Pradesh

Hindu - Thu, 04/23/2026 - 06:24
NITI Aayog officials and APEPDCL directors emphasised the urgency of meeting circle-wise targets for reducing AT&C losses and the nationwide mandate for smart metering
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Indian, Nepalese currency seized along Indo-Nepal border; six detained in U.P.

Hindu - Thu, 04/23/2026 - 06:24
According to police, ₹16.5 lakh in Indian currency and ₹69 lakh in Nepali currency were recovered
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‘Mischievous & misleading’: Govt dismisses ‘fake news’ on petrol, diesel price hike

Times of India - Thu, 04/23/2026 - 06:19
The ministry of petroleum and natural gas has firmly refuted claims of an impending petrol and diesel price hike, labeling such reports as 'fake news' designed to cause public alarm. Asserting India's unique fuel price stability over the past four years, the government highlighted its proactive measures to shield citizens from global energy market volatility and geopolitical impacts.
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Will gold head to Rs 1.63 lakh/10 grams & silver hit Rs 2.80 lakh/kg?

Times of India - Thu, 04/23/2026 - 06:09
Gold and silver price prediction today: Gold and silver prices are showing sideways-to-bullish momentum, says Abhilash Koikkara, Head - Forex & Commodities, Nuvama Professional Clients Group.
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2 rapes, 1 murder: Crime trail began in Alwar, ended in Delhi with IRS officer’s daughter’s killing

Times of India - Thu, 04/23/2026 - 05:53
A 23-year-old man, accused of raping and killing an IIT graduate in Delhi, allegedly committed another violent sexual assault in Rajasthan hours prior. He arrived in Delhi by ambulance, then targeted his former employer's home, gaining entry through familiar security measures. Police are investigating both incidents jointly.
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IMD forecasts heatwave for Delhi, minimum temperature 2.7°C above normal

Hindu - Thu, 04/23/2026 - 05:50
The air quality in the capital was recorded in the ‘moderate’ category at 9 a.m. on Thursday (April 23, 2026), with an Air Quality Index (AQI) reading of 191, Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data showed
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At least 11 killed in multi-vehicle crash in U.P.’s Mirzapur

Hindu - Thu, 04/23/2026 - 05:32
According to preliminary findings, a truck travelling downhill is suspected to have suffered a brake failure before ramming into another truck moving ahead of it
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ISI tactic? Punjab woman becomes 'Sarabnoor', invites Sikhs to visit Pakistan in video

Times of India - Thu, 04/23/2026 - 05:25
Sarabjit Kaur, who converted to Islam and married a Pakistani man, has released a new video from Pakistan inviting Sikhs to visit the country. This conciliatory message follows earlier provocative remarks, raising suspicions among Indian intelligence agencies who believe she may be acting under ISI influence to gauge Sikh public reaction.
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How long will it take for US to clear Strait of Hormuz mines positioned by Iran?

Times of India - Thu, 04/23/2026 - 05:18
Iran's alleged mining of the Strait of Hormuz could delay its reopening for up to six months, according to Pentagon reports to Congress. This sophisticated deployment, using GPS technology, is making detection difficult for US forces. The standoff has already impacted global oil prices, with Brent crude exceeding $100 per barrel. US officials vow to counter this threat.
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On Hyderabad flyovers, stopping for view and celebrations outweigh safety

Hindu - Thu, 04/23/2026 - 05:13
Despite a fatal crash on Durgam Cheruvu bridge a few days ago, motorists remain undeterred
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Explained: Why China’s AI computing power looks 6,000x bigger

Times of India - Thu, 04/23/2026 - 05:11
China reports a staggering 1,882 exaflops of AI computing power, vastly exceeding global benchmarks and raising questions about hidden capacity. While metrics differ, adjusted figures still show significant advancement. This development, coupled with China's withdrawal from global rankings amid geopolitical tensions, suggests a rapidly narrowing gap with the US in AI infrastructure and capability.
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IPL 2026: RR bowler fined for send-off gesture to Rishabh Pant

Times of India - Thu, 04/23/2026 - 05:10
Rajasthan Royals pacer Nandre Burger has been fined 10% of his match fees and received one demerit point for a send-off gesture towards Rishabh Pant. This disciplinary action occurred during RR's dominant 40-run victory over LSG, where their bowling attack restricted the opposition to 119.
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Space Wrap: Six ISRO launches remain unfulfilled as March ‘deadline’ passes

Hindu - Thu, 04/23/2026 - 05:08
This article is part of Space Wrap, a round-up of space news and developments in and related to India every month
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Day 1 of Kedarnath temple opening: Baroda man struggles to ferry deceased father’s body home

Hindu - Thu, 04/23/2026 - 04:55
The tour operator said he called the official helpline for medical assistance for his father, but none arrived.
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Promotion of Group D employees: Haryana government to convene special one-day session to introduce Bill

Hindu - Thu, 04/23/2026 - 04:43
The decision was taken at a meeting of the Haryana Cabinet held on April 22, in Gurugram under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini
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Delhi court orders framing charges against Lawrence Bishnoi, 19 others in 2021 case

Hindu - Thu, 04/23/2026 - 04:37
The court said, according to the probe, members of the present organised crime syndicate were actively operating a crime syndicate from even inside jail
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Four held for providing logistic support to terrorists in J&K

Hindu - Thu, 04/23/2026 - 04:36
They identified the OGWs as Zahoor Ahmad Mir, Bashir Ahmad Bhat, and Ghulam Mohammad Bhat, all residents of Hazratbal.
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