What is 'Greater Israel'?
'Greater Israel' refers to a vision of a Jewish state stretching from Nile River in Egypt to Euphrates River in Iraq. This geographical imagination includes present-day Palestine, Jordan, Lebanon and parts of Syria, Iraq, Egypt and Saudi Arabia. While the concept originates in ancient scripture, it was explored in modern political terms during rise of Zionism in late 19th century.
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'Greater Israel' refers to a vision of a Jewish state stretching from Nile River in Egypt to Euphrates River in Iraq. This geographical imagination includes present-day Palestine, Jordan, Lebanon and parts of Syria, Iraq, Egypt and Saudi Arabia. While the concept originates in ancient scripture, it was explored in modern political terms during rise of Zionism in late 19th century.
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Apple releases rare updates for older iPhones amid DarkSword attacks
Apple has released rare security updates for older iPhones and iPads to protect users from a spyware attack. The updates, iOS 18.7.7 and iPadOS 18.7.7, address a hacking technique known as DarkSword, which can silently take over certain older devices when users visit a malicious website. Users running iOS 26 are already protected against the threat.
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Apple has released rare security updates for older iPhones and iPads to protect users from a spyware attack. The updates, iOS 18.7.7 and iPadOS 18.7.7, address a hacking technique known as DarkSword, which can silently take over certain older devices when users visit a malicious website. Users running iOS 26 are already protected against the threat.
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Austria rejects US request to use airspace against Iran
Austria's Defence Ministry said that it denied "several" requests from the US to use its airspace for military operations against Iran. It cited its longstanding policy of military neutrality for denying the requests. Notably, US' NATO ally Spain also closed its airspace to US planes involved in Iran attacks, following which the US said it will reexamine ties with NATO.
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Austria's Defence Ministry said that it denied "several" requests from the US to use its airspace for military operations against Iran. It cited its longstanding policy of military neutrality for denying the requests. Notably, US' NATO ally Spain also closed its airspace to US planes involved in Iran attacks, following which the US said it will reexamine ties with NATO.
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Qatar demands compensation from Iran in letter to UN
Qatar wrote a letter to the UN and sought compensation from Iran for "all damages and losses" that resulted from Tehran’s attacks. "All damages and losses resulting from the attacks will be assessed by the competent authorities," it said. The targets of the attacks are "purely civilian in nature" which accounts as a violation of international law, it said.
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10:16 pm Thursday, 02 April, 2026
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Qatar wrote a letter to the UN and sought compensation from Iran for "all damages and losses" that resulted from Tehran’s attacks. "All damages and losses resulting from the attacks will be assessed by the competent authorities," it said. The targets of the attacks are "purely civilian in nature" which accounts as a violation of international law, it said.
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Iran says attacks on Gulf nations a 'warning', warns of 'more painful response'
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) warned the US and Israel that its attacks on aluminium plants in the UAE and Bahrain were only a "warning" and a "more painful response" is coming. The strikes caused major damage and injured two workers. The warning comes after US President Donald Trump's said US is prepared to "hit them extremely hard".
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10:43 pm Thursday, 02 April, 2026
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Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) warned the US and Israel that its attacks on aluminium plants in the UAE and Bahrain were only a "warning" and a "more painful response" is coming. The strikes caused major damage and injured two workers. The warning comes after US President Donald Trump's said US is prepared to "hit them extremely hard".
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Rahul Banerjee was alive when he was rescued: 'Bhole…' makers
The production team of 'Bhole Baba Par Karega' issued a statement addressing the death of actor Rahul Banerjee after being accused of negligence on set. It read, "He was conscious when he was brought out of the water...[he] even tried to communicate." However, it added, "Despite immediate efforts [of]...medical attention, there was no doctor present at the first medical centre."
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10:42 pm Thursday, 02 April, 2026
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The production team of 'Bhole Baba Par Karega' issued a statement addressing the death of actor Rahul Banerjee after being accused of negligence on set. It read, "He was conscious when he was brought out of the water...[he] even tried to communicate." However, it added, "Despite immediate efforts [of]...medical attention, there was no doctor present at the first medical centre."
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Madhavan's 2011 post showing his opinion on Rafale jets resurfaces
Madhavan's old posts on X have resurfaced, showing his opinion on India's fighter jet choices. "My strongest recommendation to the Air Force would be to go for the Rafale. Between the F18, F16, Euro fighter Typhoon, Gripen and the MiG-35...the most agile and effortless was the Rafale. Had a very duty bound tech feel about it," he wrote in 2011.
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10:51 pm Thursday, 02 April, 2026
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Madhavan's old posts on X have resurfaced, showing his opinion on India's fighter jet choices. "My strongest recommendation to the Air Force would be to go for the Rafale. Between the F18, F16, Euro fighter Typhoon, Gripen and the MiG-35...the most agile and effortless was the Rafale. Had a very duty bound tech feel about it," he wrote in 2011.
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Kerala airport halts flights for 5 hours for centuries-old tradition
Flight services at Kerala's Thiruvananthapuram International Airport were suspended for five hours to facilitate the 'Painkuni Arattu' procession of Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple. The flight services were halted around 4.45 pm and resumed at 9 pm after the procession returned to temple. The centuries-old ritual, held twice every year, sees the procession pass along the runway to Shankumugham beach.
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10:45 pm Thursday, 02 April, 2026
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Flight services at Kerala's Thiruvananthapuram International Airport were suspended for five hours to facilitate the 'Painkuni Arattu' procession of Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple. The flight services were halted around 4.45 pm and resumed at 9 pm after the procession returned to temple. The centuries-old ritual, held twice every year, sees the procession pass along the runway to Shankumugham beach.
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Trump fires US Attorney General Pam Bondi
US President Donald Trump fired Attorney General Pam Bondi from her post on Thursday. Trump was reportedly unhappy with her performance, including her handling of investigative files related to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. After calling Bondi a "great American patriot and a loyal friend", Trump announced Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche will replace her.
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11:10 pm Thursday, 02 April, 2026
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US President Donald Trump fired Attorney General Pam Bondi from her post on Thursday. Trump was reportedly unhappy with her performance, including her handling of investigative files related to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. After calling Bondi a "great American patriot and a loyal friend", Trump announced Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche will replace her.
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Why did Pakistan President Zardari get 'Mr 10%' tag, as mentioned in 'Dhurandhar 2'?
Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari got the nickname 'Mr 10%' or '10% Zardari' in the 1990s. It originated from allegations that he used to demand 10% commission on government contracts, loans, and large-scale deals during his wife Benazir Bhutto's PM tenure. In 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge', Asif Ali Zarwari, character inspired by Zardari, was referred to as '10% Zarwari'.
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11:09 pm Thursday, 02 April, 2026
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Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari got the nickname 'Mr 10%' or '10% Zardari' in the 1990s. It originated from allegations that he used to demand 10% commission on government contracts, loans, and large-scale deals during his wife Benazir Bhutto's PM tenure. In 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge', Asif Ali Zarwari, character inspired by Zardari, was referred to as '10% Zarwari'.
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Govt takes back order for airlines to offer 60% seats without any extra charge
Government has put on hold an order mandating that at least 60% seats in any flight will be offered free of charge. "The matter has been reviewed in light of representations received from the Federation of Indian Airlines and Akasa Air, highlighting operational and commercial implications of the provision," the new order said.
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Government has put on hold an order mandating that at least 60% seats in any flight will be offered free of charge. "The matter has been reviewed in light of representations received from the Federation of Indian Airlines and Akasa Air, highlighting operational and commercial implications of the provision," the new order said.
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Track 2 informal channels active between India & Pak despite poor ties: Report
Track 2 channels between India and Pakistan are active even though ties between both countries have deteriorated, Wion reported. The report claimed that the Indian and Pakistani teams met in Doha in February. The term Track 2 was coined by American diplomat Joseph Montville in 1981. The talks involve informal talks between non-officials and are aimed at "building trust".
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11:53 pm Thursday, 02 April, 2026
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Track 2 channels between India and Pakistan are active even though ties between both countries have deteriorated, Wion reported. The report claimed that the Indian and Pakistani teams met in Doha in February. The term Track 2 was coined by American diplomat Joseph Montville in 1981. The talks involve informal talks between non-officials and are aimed at "building trust".
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NIA to probe judicial officers hostage case in West Bengal's Malda
Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar transferred the investigation into the alleged gherao of judicial officers in West Bengal’s Malda to National Investigation Agency (NIA), PTI reported, citing an official. A team is expected to reach the state on Friday. This comes after Supreme Court criticised the state government over nine-hour gherao of judicial officers performing SIR duties in Malda.
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Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar transferred the investigation into the alleged gherao of judicial officers in West Bengal’s Malda to National Investigation Agency (NIA), PTI reported, citing an official. A team is expected to reach the state on Friday. This comes after Supreme Court criticised the state government over nine-hour gherao of judicial officers performing SIR duties in Malda.
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Finn Allen breaks record for smashing most runs in 1st over for KKR
KKR opener Finn Allen on Thursday broke the record for smashing most runs in the first over of an IPL innings for KKR. He scored 24 runs in the first over of KKR's innings in their IPL 2026 match against SRH at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. He slammed three fours and two sixes on the bowling of David Payne.
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07:58 am Friday, 03 April, 2026
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KKR opener Finn Allen on Thursday broke the record for smashing most runs in the first over of an IPL innings for KKR. He scored 24 runs in the first over of KKR's innings in their IPL 2026 match against SRH at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. He slammed three fours and two sixes on the bowling of David Payne.
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No oil or gas back then, is Trump sure he wants to turn back time?: Iran on 'Stone Age' remark
Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi responded to US President Donald Trump's remark on bringing Iran back to Stone Age. "There's one striking difference between the present and the Stone Age: There was no oil or gas being pumped in Middle East back then," Araghchi said. "Are [Trump] and [his supporters] sure...they want to turn back the clock?" he added.
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08:26 am Friday, 03 April, 2026
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Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi responded to US President Donald Trump's remark on bringing Iran back to Stone Age. "There's one striking difference between the present and the Stone Age: There was no oil or gas being pumped in Middle East back then," Araghchi said. "Are [Trump] and [his supporters] sure...they want to turn back the clock?" he added.
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Iran says it attacked Oracle data centre in Dubai, govt denies
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) targeted US tech giant Oracle's data centre in Dubai, Iranian state media has claimed amid the ongoing war. Meanwhile, Dubai government dismissed claims, stating that reports suggesting the IRGC had carried out or tried any attack on the data centre were "fake news".
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08:18 am Friday, 03 April, 2026
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Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) targeted US tech giant Oracle's data centre in Dubai, Iranian state media has claimed amid the ongoing war. Meanwhile, Dubai government dismissed claims, stating that reports suggesting the IRGC had carried out or tried any attack on the data centre were "fake news".
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Abhishek Sharma fined 25% of match fee for using obscene language
SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) opener Abhishek Sharma has been fined 25% of his match fee for using obscene language in their IPL 2026 match against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in Kolkata on Thursday. Abhishek has also accumulated one demerit point for breaching the IPL Code of Conduct. SRH defeated KKR by 65 runs in the match.
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08:17 am Friday, 03 April, 2026
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SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) opener Abhishek Sharma has been fined 25% of his match fee for using obscene language in their IPL 2026 match against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in Kolkata on Thursday. Abhishek has also accumulated one demerit point for breaching the IPL Code of Conduct. SRH defeated KKR by 65 runs in the match.
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Why are Artemis II astronauts wearing orange on Moon mission?
Artemis II astronauts are wearing spacesuits which are of 'international orange' colour, a vivid reddish-orange hue widely used in aerospace and marine industries. NASA said the suits are orange specifically to make crew members easily visible in ocean during splashdown recovery. The fluorescent shade is extremely rare, making it stand out against dark ocean water, sky and natural landscapes.
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08:42 am Friday, 03 April, 2026
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Artemis II astronauts are wearing spacesuits which are of 'international orange' colour, a vivid reddish-orange hue widely used in aerospace and marine industries. NASA said the suits are orange specifically to make crew members easily visible in ocean during splashdown recovery. The fluorescent shade is extremely rare, making it stand out against dark ocean water, sky and natural landscapes.
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US fires Army chief, 2 other generals amid war
US Army Chief of Staff Randy George was fired by US' War Secretary Pete Hegseth amid the Middle East war, officials said. Hegseth has also fired General David Hodne, who leads the army's Transformation and Training Command, and Major General William Green, head of the army's Chaplain Corps, they added.
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08:39 am Friday, 03 April, 2026
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US Army Chief of Staff Randy George was fired by US' War Secretary Pete Hegseth amid the Middle East war, officials said. Hegseth has also fired General David Hodne, who leads the army's Transformation and Training Command, and Major General William Green, head of the army's Chaplain Corps, they added.
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Himachal passes bill to deny pension to MLAs disqualified under anti-defection law
The Himachal Pradesh Assembly has passed a bill that would stop pension benefits for MLAs disqualified under the anti-defection law. Currently, under Section 6-B of the 1971 Act, former MLAs are entitled to a monthly pension of ₹50,000 for their first term, along with an additional ₹1,000 per month for each extra year of service.
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08:37 am Friday, 03 April, 2026
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The Himachal Pradesh Assembly has passed a bill that would stop pension benefits for MLAs disqualified under the anti-defection law. Currently, under Section 6-B of the 1971 Act, former MLAs are entitled to a monthly pension of ₹50,000 for their first term, along with an additional ₹1,000 per month for each extra year of service.
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