Iran to back out of ceasefire 2.0 talks in Pakistan, cites US’ ‘unrealistic demands’, Hormuz blockade
Iran has announced that it will not take part in the planned second round of negotiations with the United States in Islamabad, reported the state media. The decision comes just days before the current ceasefire deadline, raising fresh doubts about whether tensions can be contained.
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Louisiana mass shooting: 8 children, between 1-14 years killed
At least eight children died in a mass shooting in US’ Lousiana early Sunday morning. Authorities said the shooting took place around 6 am and involved multiple locations. Police confirmed that the victims included children aged between just 1 and 14 years. In total, 10 people were shot, with eight of them losing their lives.
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Amid Iran-US tensions North Korea fires ballistic missiles again, flexing muscle
North Korea fired multiple short-range ballistic missiles into the sea, raising serious concerns across the region. The missiles were launched from the eastern coastal area of Sinpo and traveled around 140 kilometers, according to South Korea’s military. The development comes at a time when tensions are already rising between Iran and the United States, especially around the Strait of Hormuz. North Korea’s actions have added to the already tense global situation, creating unease among neighboring countries.
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‘Election about protecting Bengal’s identity, legacy: PM Modi targets TMC at Jhargram rally
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday (April 19) launched a sharp attack on the Trinamool Congress (TMC) while addressing a public rally in Jhargram, asserting that the ongoing elections in West Bengal are about “protecting the state’s identity and rich legacy.”
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When Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh revealed Dua’s face in Diwali post
When Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh revealed Dua’s face in Diwali post
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11 feared dead, 6 injured in blast at firecracker factory in Tamil Nadu’s Virudhunagar
At least 11 people are feared dead and six others injured in a powerful explosion at a firecracker manufacturing unit in Kattanarpatti village in Virudhunagar district of Tamil Nadu on Sunday (April 19).
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Blessing Muzarabani’s manager hits back at PSL ban and trolls: ‘Cannot breach contract you never received’
Blessing Muzarabani’s team has hit back on the two-year ban from the Pakistan Super League and the trolling he has been facing on social media for not featuring in the Pakistani tournament. Muzarabani was among the foreign players to leave the PSL for the Indian Premier League 2026 and has been part of the Kolkata Knight Riders this season.
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Ukraine: Gunman kills at least six in Kyiv after taking hostages, shot dead by police
A gunman who killed at least six people on the streets of Kyiv on Saturday was later shot dead by police after taking hostages inside a supermarket, news agency AP reported. The incident unfolded over several hours and ended after security forces stormed the building.
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School holiday declared in Odisha’s nine districts from April 20 amid heatwave, check when classes will open
Schools are closed in several districts of Odisha amid soaring temperatures as the heatwave has hit the state early this year. District administrations have ordered the closure of schools, anganwadi centres and technical institutes in Sambalpur, Nuapada, Nabarangpur and Jharsuguda from April 20 until further notice. In Boudh district, educational institutions will remain closed till April 22, while examinations will continue as scheduled. Mayurbhanj district has also announced closure of schools from April 20 to 23.
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Is Shekhar Kapur interested in a Mr India remake with Ranveer Singh? Repost sparks buzz
A social media post suggesting Ranveer Singh as the lead in a new version of Mr India has caught attention online after filmmaker Shekhar Kapur reacted to it. The social media activity has sparked fresh discussion around the possibility of revisiting one of Hindi cinema’s most loved classics.
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‘More strict actions against paper leaks to come in Cabinet meeting on Friday: PM Modi on NEET issue
