5 EU nations call for windfall tax on energy firms amid Gulf war: Report
Five European Union countries are calling for a windfall tax on energy companies' profits in response to rising fuel prices caused by the Gulf war, Reuters reported, citing a letter to the EU Commission. The Finance Ministers of Germany, Italy, Spain, Portugal, and Austria reportedly made the joint call. The ministers said the measure could help fund relief for consumers.
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Five European Union countries are calling for a windfall tax on energy companies' profits in response to rising fuel prices caused by the Gulf war, Reuters reported, citing a letter to the EU Commission. The Finance Ministers of Germany, Italy, Spain, Portugal, and Austria reportedly made the joint call. The ministers said the measure could help fund relief for consumers.
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US responds as reports claim 'Trump has been hospitalised', says 'He never stops working'
The White House has responded to reports claiming that US President Donald Trump has been hospitalised. "Deranged liberals cook up insane conspiracy theories when [US President Trump] goes 12 hours without speaking to press. (They said nothing when Biden routinely went 12 days without speaking to press). Fear not! President Trump literally never stops working," it stated.
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The White House has responded to reports claiming that US President Donald Trump has been hospitalised. "Deranged liberals cook up insane conspiracy theories when [US President Trump] goes 12 hours without speaking to press. (They said nothing when Biden routinely went 12 days without speaking to press). Fear not! President Trump literally never stops working," it stated.
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What is SRH and LSG's head-to-head record in IPL?
SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) will face the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in their IPL 2026 clash at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad on Sunday. The two teams have faced each other six times in the IPL, with SRH winning two matches and LSG emerging victorious in four. In their last encounter, SRH had successfully chased LSG's 206-run target.
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SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) will face the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in their IPL 2026 clash at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad on Sunday. The two teams have faced each other six times in the IPL, with SRH winning two matches and LSG emerging victorious in four. In their last encounter, SRH had successfully chased LSG's 206-run target.
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Artemis II astronauts see Moon's far side for 1st time, say 'Not the Moon we're used to seeing'
Artemis II astronauts caught their first glimpses of the Moon's far side while more than halfway to their destination. NASA astronaut Christina Koch described the difference, noting that "the darker parts just aren't quite in the right place". She added, "Something about you senses that this is not the Moon that I am used to seeing," Koch said.
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Artemis II astronauts caught their first glimpses of the Moon's far side while more than halfway to their destination. NASA astronaut Christina Koch described the difference, noting that "the darker parts just aren't quite in the right place". She added, "Something about you senses that this is not the Moon that I am used to seeing," Koch said.
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2nd F-15E crew member rescued days after Iran downed US fighter jet
The second American crew member from the US F-15E fighter jet downed by Iran has been rescued following a "heavy firefight", officials told Al Jazeera. The rescued crew member's identity has not been disclosed by the officials. The downed F-15E was one of two US combat aircraft affected during the same period.
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09:53 am Sunday, 05 April, 2026
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The second American crew member from the US F-15E fighter jet downed by Iran has been rescued following a "heavy firefight", officials told Al Jazeera. The rescued crew member's identity has not been disclosed by the officials. The downed F-15E was one of two US combat aircraft affected during the same period.
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Mahakal Standard Time should replace GMT: Education Minister
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has proposed that 'Mahakal Standard Time' should replace 'Greenwich Mean Time (GMT)'. He stated that Ujjain in Madhya Pradesh was "the original centre of time calculation". He further said, "We have also urged scientific communities and thinkers to reflect on whether the nomenclature and framework of time calculation...can be revisited."
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10:29 am Sunday, 05 April, 2026
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Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has proposed that 'Mahakal Standard Time' should replace 'Greenwich Mean Time (GMT)'. He stated that Ujjain in Madhya Pradesh was "the original centre of time calculation". He further said, "We have also urged scientific communities and thinkers to reflect on whether the nomenclature and framework of time calculation...can be revisited."
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Scientists use 'curious' property of rice to create new material that could be used in robots
Researchers have created a new 'metamaterial' based on rice's property to become weaker when compressed quickly and stronger under slow pressure. "Rather than treating this phenomenon as curiosity, we turned it into a design principle," the lead author said. The metamaterial, an artificially engineered material that can exhibit extraordinary properties, could be used in "soft" robots.
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10:19 am Sunday, 05 April, 2026
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Researchers have created a new 'metamaterial' based on rice's property to become weaker when compressed quickly and stronger under slow pressure. "Rather than treating this phenomenon as curiosity, we turned it into a design principle," the lead author said. The metamaterial, an artificially engineered material that can exhibit extraordinary properties, could be used in "soft" robots.
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We got him, he's a Colonel: Trump on rescuing missing crew of downed US fighter jet in Iran
After US military successfully rescued a missing crew member of a downed fighter jet in Iran, US President Donald Trump posted, "WE GOT HIM!" Calling it one of the "most daring search and rescue operations in US history", Trump said the rescued crew member is a highly respected Colonel. "He sustained injuries, but he will be just fine," Trump added.
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10:17 am Sunday, 05 April, 2026
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After US military successfully rescued a missing crew member of a downed fighter jet in Iran, US President Donald Trump posted, "WE GOT HIM!" Calling it one of the "most daring search and rescue operations in US history", Trump said the rescued crew member is a highly respected Colonel. "He sustained injuries, but he will be just fine," Trump added.
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Tiny African fish caught climbing to top of 50-foot waterfall
Researchers have filmed the shellear fish (Parakneria thysi), found in Africa, climbing a waterfall for the first time. The fish, measuring 37-48 mm and capable of growing up to around 96 mm, were recorded scaling the 50-foot (15-metre) Luvilombo Falls on the Luvilombo River. The journey is estimated to take nearly 10 hours for the fish to reach the top.
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10:39 am Sunday, 05 April, 2026
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Researchers have filmed the shellear fish (Parakneria thysi), found in Africa, climbing a waterfall for the first time. The fish, measuring 37-48 mm and capable of growing up to around 96 mm, were recorded scaling the 50-foot (15-metre) Luvilombo Falls on the Luvilombo River. The journey is estimated to take nearly 10 hours for the fish to reach the top.
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Sent aircrafts with most lethal weapons to get him: Trump after 2nd US pilot rescued
US President Donald Trump said that the second crew member of US F-15E fighter jet was rescued after a "daring" search and rescue operation in Iran. “At my direction, the US military sent dozens of aircraft, armed with the most lethal weapons in the world, to retrieve him,” Trump added. “WE WILL NEVER LEAVE AN AMERICAN WARFIGHTER BEHIND," he said.
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US President Donald Trump said that the second crew member of US F-15E fighter jet was rescued after a "daring" search and rescue operation in Iran. “At my direction, the US military sent dozens of aircraft, armed with the most lethal weapons in the world, to retrieve him,” Trump added. “WE WILL NEVER LEAVE AN AMERICAN WARFIGHTER BEHIND," he said.
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US blows up own planes stuck in Iran while rescuing missing fighter jet crew
During the rescue operation for a missing fighter jet crew, two US transport planes that were supposed to fly US commandos and airmen to safety got stuck at a base in Iran, New York Times reported. The personnel then reportedly flew out in new planes and blew up the two transport planes rather than have them fall into Iranian hands.
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During the rescue operation for a missing fighter jet crew, two US transport planes that were supposed to fly US commandos and airmen to safety got stuck at a base in Iran, New York Times reported. The personnel then reportedly flew out in new planes and blew up the two transport planes rather than have them fall into Iranian hands.
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Cars filled with petrol mixed with water at petrol pump in Greater Noida; video goes viral
A video is being widely shared on social media, showing several people gathered at a petrol pump in Greater Noida after alleging that petrol mixed with water was being filled in vehicles. The vehicle owners demanded compensation for the damage caused to their vehicles. More than 25 vehicles began to break down shortly after refuelling on Saturday, reports stated.
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11:26 am Sunday, 05 April, 2026
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A video is being widely shared on social media, showing several people gathered at a petrol pump in Greater Noida after alleging that petrol mixed with water was being filled in vehicles. The vehicle owners demanded compensation for the damage caused to their vehicles. More than 25 vehicles began to break down shortly after refuelling on Saturday, reports stated.
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US asks satellite imagery firms to withhold Middle East images to hide losses: Report
US President Donald Trump's administration has asked satellite imagery firms to withhold visuals of Iran and the region of conflict in Middle East amid the war to hide America's losses, RT reported. US company Planet Labs confirmed the request, citing an "indefinite withhold of imagery" policy. Planet said it expected the order to last until the end of the conflict.
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11:23 am Sunday, 05 April, 2026
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US President Donald Trump's administration has asked satellite imagery firms to withhold visuals of Iran and the region of conflict in Middle East amid the war to hide America's losses, RT reported. US company Planet Labs confirmed the request, citing an "indefinite withhold of imagery" policy. Planet said it expected the order to last until the end of the conflict.
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Entire Orientale Basin on Moon seen with human eyes for 1st time through Artemis II
For the first time in history, the entire Orientale Basin on the Moon has been seen with human eyes. The milestone was achieved by NASA's Artemis II crew. While the far-side basin had been photographed by spacecraft before, no human had ever witnessed it in full. "History in the making," NASA wrote, while sharing a picture on social media.
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11:20 am Sunday, 05 April, 2026
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For the first time in history, the entire Orientale Basin on the Moon has been seen with human eyes. The milestone was achieved by NASA's Artemis II crew. While the far-side basin had been photographed by spacecraft before, no human had ever witnessed it in full. "History in the making," NASA wrote, while sharing a picture on social media.
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ISIS terrorist Rizwan Ahmed arrested in UP's Kushinagar
Delhi Police’s Special Cell, in coordination with Uttar Pradesh ATS, arrested a suspected ISIS operative, Rizwan Ahmed, in UP’s Kushinagar. Rizwan reportedly had links with ISIS since 2015 and was actively involved in brainwashing multiple individuals, while building a network aligned with extremist ideology in India. He was previously arrested in 2015 in connection with terror-related activities.
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Delhi Police’s Special Cell, in coordination with Uttar Pradesh ATS, arrested a suspected ISIS operative, Rizwan Ahmed, in UP’s Kushinagar. Rizwan reportedly had links with ISIS since 2015 and was actively involved in brainwashing multiple individuals, while building a network aligned with extremist ideology in India. He was previously arrested in 2015 in connection with terror-related activities.
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Startup founder calls out Zoho Books for marking failed payments as paid, says 'They f****d us'
FlexyPe co-founder Azeem Hussain alleged Zoho Books marked failed transactions as paid, despite no money being received. The issue, discovered during internal audit, showed a mismatch of around ₹3.8 lakh in March. "We trusted Zoho Books for 2 years with our invoicing and reconciliation...And they f***ed us...Badly," he said. Zoho said the problem may be linked to payment gateway integration.
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11:19 am Sunday, 05 April, 2026
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FlexyPe co-founder Azeem Hussain alleged Zoho Books marked failed transactions as paid, despite no money being received. The issue, discovered during internal audit, showed a mismatch of around ₹3.8 lakh in March. "We trusted Zoho Books for 2 years with our invoicing and reconciliation...And they f***ed us...Badly," he said. Zoho said the problem may be linked to payment gateway integration.
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Can coconut water cure acne?
There is no scientific evidence that drinking coconut water can cure acne. While it provides hydration and antioxidants, acne is driven by hormones, excess oil, and bacteria, requiring targeted treatment. Understanding acne helps you avoid quick-fix myths. Use proper skincare, maintain a balanced diet, and seek medical advice for persistent breakouts.
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There is no scientific evidence that drinking coconut water can cure acne. While it provides hydration and antioxidants, acne is driven by hormones, excess oil, and bacteria, requiring targeted treatment. Understanding acne helps you avoid quick-fix myths. Use proper skincare, maintain a balanced diet, and seek medical advice for persistent breakouts.
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Raghav shares clip of RS speeches on Punjab issues after AAP demoted him
AAP’s Raghav Chadha, who was removed as the party’s Deputy Leader in Rajya Sabha, shared a compilation video of his speeches in Parliament raising the issues of Punjab after criticism for not raising key issues affecting the state. "Punjab isn’t a talking point for me. It is my home, my duty, my soil, my soul," Raghav said on X.
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11:43 am Sunday, 05 April, 2026
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AAP’s Raghav Chadha, who was removed as the party’s Deputy Leader in Rajya Sabha, shared a compilation video of his speeches in Parliament raising the issues of Punjab after criticism for not raising key issues affecting the state. "Punjab isn’t a talking point for me. It is my home, my duty, my soil, my soul," Raghav said on X.
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RBI expected to hold rates steady in 1st policy review since Middle East war: Report
The RBI is likely to keep key policy rates unchanged in its upcoming Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting amid the Middle East war, according to SBI Research. "As the situation is still evolving, we expect RBI to maintain status quo," the report said. It also noted that this will be the first policy review since the outbreak of the war.
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11:32 am Sunday, 05 April, 2026
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The RBI is likely to keep key policy rates unchanged in its upcoming Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting amid the Middle East war, according to SBI Research. "As the situation is still evolving, we expect RBI to maintain status quo," the report said. It also noted that this will be the first policy review since the outbreak of the war.
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Heart disease risk calculators may be failing to identify many Indians at risk: Study
Widely used heart disease risk calculators may be failing to identify a large proportion of Indians at risk, according to new research. The study, conducted by a team of scientists from various institutes in India, analysed 4,975 patients with first-time heart attacks. It found that nearly 80% of those who eventually had a heart attack weren't classified as 'high-risk' beforehand.
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11:47 am Sunday, 05 April, 2026
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Widely used heart disease risk calculators may be failing to identify a large proportion of Indians at risk, according to new research. The study, conducted by a team of scientists from various institutes in India, analysed 4,975 patients with first-time heart attacks. It found that nearly 80% of those who eventually had a heart attack weren't classified as 'high-risk' beforehand.
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