Consuming 'panchgavya', that contains cow urine, made mandatory for devotees at Gangotri Temple
Gangotri Temple committee chairperson Dharmendra Semwal said that devotees will be asked to consume panchgavya, which includes cow urine, dung, ghee, milk and curd, before they are allowed inside the temple. "Those who respect Sanatan would have no issue consuming it," he said, adding that this step is being taken to weed out non-believers and improve spirituality.
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Gangotri Temple committee chairperson Dharmendra Semwal said that devotees will be asked to consume panchgavya, which includes cow urine, dung, ghee, milk and curd, before they are allowed inside the temple. "Those who respect Sanatan would have no issue consuming it," he said, adding that this step is being taken to weed out non-believers and improve spirituality.
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Why has oil rich UAE is asking US for financial help amid the ongoing Iran war?
UAE has opened talks with the US for a possible financial lifeline if the ongoing Iran war puts more strain on the country's economy, The Wall Street Journal reported. The move displays UAE's concerns about the war affecting its image as a global financial hub, depleting its foreign reserves and scaring investors. UAE's infrastructure has suffered major damage amid war.
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03:02 pm Monday, 20 April 2026
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UAE has opened talks with the US for a possible financial lifeline if the ongoing Iran war puts more strain on the country's economy, The Wall Street Journal reported. The move displays UAE's concerns about the war affecting its image as a global financial hub, depleting its foreign reserves and scaring investors. UAE's infrastructure has suffered major damage amid war.
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Iran's Prez flags US' 'unreasonable' behaviour to Pak PM over phone call
Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian reportedly dialled Pakistan PM Shebaz Sharif on Sunday and flagged US' "bullying and unreasonable" behaviour. Meanwhile, Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi told his Pakistani counterpart that recent US actions and contradictions were signs of "bad intentions and lack of seriousness in diplomacy." Iran rejected participation in second round of talks with US.
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03:24 pm Monday, 20 April 2026
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Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian reportedly dialled Pakistan PM Shebaz Sharif on Sunday and flagged US' "bullying and unreasonable" behaviour. Meanwhile, Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi told his Pakistani counterpart that recent US actions and contradictions were signs of "bad intentions and lack of seriousness in diplomacy." Iran rejected participation in second round of talks with US.
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PM Modi violated Model Code of Conduct: Oppn on his women's quota address
The CPI and CPI(M) complained to CEC Gyanesh Kumar against PM Narendra Modi's address after the Bill to fast-track women's reservation, coupled with delimitation, was defeated. They alleged that PM Modi used state resources, including public broadcasters like Doordarshan, for political messaging during the Model Code of Conduct in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu. They urged ECI for an inquiry.
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03:22 pm Monday, 20 April 2026
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The CPI and CPI(M) complained to CEC Gyanesh Kumar against PM Narendra Modi's address after the Bill to fast-track women's reservation, coupled with delimitation, was defeated. They alleged that PM Modi used state resources, including public broadcasters like Doordarshan, for political messaging during the Model Code of Conduct in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu. They urged ECI for an inquiry.
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IAS officer Durga Shakti Nagpal, suspended by Akhilesh govt, elevated by UP CM Yogi Adityanath
IAS officer Durga Shakti Nagpal, who was suspended by the then UP CM Akhilesh Yadav's government, has now been elevated to the Commissioner of the Devipatan division by UP CM Yogi Adityanath. A 2010-batch IAS officer, Durga Shakti Nagpal, was suspended in 2013 for her crackdown on illegal sand mining operations. Her suspension was later revoked in the same year
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03:40 pm Monday, 20 April 2026
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IAS officer Durga Shakti Nagpal, who was suspended by the then UP CM Akhilesh Yadav's government, has now been elevated to the Commissioner of the Devipatan division by UP CM Yogi Adityanath. A 2010-batch IAS officer, Durga Shakti Nagpal, was suspended in 2013 for her crackdown on illegal sand mining operations. Her suspension was later revoked in the same year
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Accused Asif placed hand on my thigh, said 'I'll fulfil your needs': TCS sexual abuse case victim
A victim of the sexual abuse at the TCS Nashik office told police that one of the accused, Asif Ansari, would repeatedly come up to her. "He would deliberately touch my body, grab my hand, and occasionally place his hand on my thigh," she alleged. "He would say, whatever your physical needs may be, I will fulfil them," she added.
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03:34 pm Monday, 20 April 2026
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A victim of the sexual abuse at the TCS Nashik office told police that one of the accused, Asif Ansari, would repeatedly come up to her. "He would deliberately touch my body, grab my hand, and occasionally place his hand on my thigh," she alleged. "He would say, whatever your physical needs may be, I will fulfil them," she added.
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Gold bond investors get over 200% returns as RBI announces redemption price
The RBI has announced a premature redemption price of ₹15,254 per unit for Sovereign Gold Bond 2020-21 Series-VII-Issue, which are due on Monday. This means that investors holding these gold bonds will get over 200% returns. The gold bonds were issued on October 20, 2020, at ₹5,051 per gram for offline buyers, and at ₹5,001 per gram for online buyers.
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03:57 pm Monday, 20 April 2026
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The RBI has announced a premature redemption price of ₹15,254 per unit for Sovereign Gold Bond 2020-21 Series-VII-Issue, which are due on Monday. This means that investors holding these gold bonds will get over 200% returns. The gold bonds were issued on October 20, 2020, at ₹5,051 per gram for offline buyers, and at ₹5,001 per gram for online buyers.
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Allu Arjun, who signs '30 paise per rupee' deal, earned ₹522 crore from 'Pushpa 2'
Allu Arjun takes 30 paise per rupee of the revenue generated by the movie instead of a fixed salary, revealed renowned producer-author G Dhananjheyan. "If the movie collects ₹1,000 crore, ₹300 crore should go to him," he added. Following this revenue-sharing approach, the actor must've earned ₹522 crore for 'Pushpa 2: The Rule', which grossed ₹1,742.10 crore globally.
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03:50 pm Monday, 20 April 2026
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Allu Arjun takes 30 paise per rupee of the revenue generated by the movie instead of a fixed salary, revealed renowned producer-author G Dhananjheyan. "If the movie collects ₹1,000 crore, ₹300 crore should go to him," he added. Following this revenue-sharing approach, the actor must've earned ₹522 crore for 'Pushpa 2: The Rule', which grossed ₹1,742.10 crore globally.
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WWE legend Brock Lesnar hints at retirement, cries after loss to Oba Femi
WWE legend Brock Lesnar has hinted at retirement after his defeat against Oba Femi at WrestleMania 42 on Sunday. After losing the fight, Lesnar took off his gloves and boots, and broke down crying. He waved goodbye to fans who were chanting, "Thank you Lesnar!" Lesnar's longtime manager Paul Heyman also entered the ring and the two shared an embrace.
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04:08 pm Monday, 20 April 2026
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WWE legend Brock Lesnar has hinted at retirement after his defeat against Oba Femi at WrestleMania 42 on Sunday. After losing the fight, Lesnar took off his gloves and boots, and broke down crying. He waved goodbye to fans who were chanting, "Thank you Lesnar!" Lesnar's longtime manager Paul Heyman also entered the ring and the two shared an embrace.
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Fan calls Jurel's stumping 'Dhonish moment', Ashwin says 'Sorry more DKish moment'
A fan called Dhruv Jurel's stumping to dismiss KKR all-rounder Cameron Green in their IPL 2026 match a "Dhonish moment", but former India spinner R Ashwin disagreed. Replying on X, Ashwin said, "Sorry more DKish moment" crediting the stumping style to Dinesh Karthik. Green was dismissed for 27(13). Sachin Tendulkar also praised the stumping, penning a post on X.
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A fan called Dhruv Jurel's stumping to dismiss KKR all-rounder Cameron Green in their IPL 2026 match a "Dhonish moment", but former India spinner R Ashwin disagreed. Replying on X, Ashwin said, "Sorry more DKish moment" crediting the stumping style to Dinesh Karthik. Green was dismissed for 27(13). Sachin Tendulkar also praised the stumping, penning a post on X.
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Virat Kohli, Anushka visit Premanand Maharaj in Vrindavan during RCB's 5-day break in IPL 2026
Former RCB captain Virat Kohli and his wife, actress Anushka Sharma, visited spiritual leader Premanand Maharaj at his ashram in Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh, during RCB's five-day break in IPL 2026. The duo attended the Akshaya Tritiya program at the ashram. A video of the same has surfaced on social media.
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04:28 pm Monday, 20 April 2026
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Former RCB captain Virat Kohli and his wife, actress Anushka Sharma, visited spiritual leader Premanand Maharaj at his ashram in Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh, during RCB's five-day break in IPL 2026. The duo attended the Akshaya Tritiya program at the ashram. A video of the same has surfaced on social media.
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Massive fire breaks out at oil refinery a day before inauguration by PM Modi in Rajasthan
A massive fire broke out at an oil refinery a day before its inauguration by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Rajasthan's Balotra. Videos showed thick plumes of black smoke rising from the refinery as several firefighters were deployed to douse the fire. The refinery built at a cost of over ₹79,450 crore is India’s first greenfield integrated refinery-cum-petrochemical complex.
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04:22 pm Monday, 20 April 2026
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A massive fire broke out at an oil refinery a day before its inauguration by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Rajasthan's Balotra. Videos showed thick plumes of black smoke rising from the refinery as several firefighters were deployed to douse the fire. The refinery built at a cost of over ₹79,450 crore is India’s first greenfield integrated refinery-cum-petrochemical complex.
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China's armed police consider using robots to control riots
China's internal security forces are exploring the use of autonomous machines for riot control, according to a study conducted by the People's Armed Police Force. The research highlighted the potential use of robots for crowd control and surveillance during protests. The robots could be equipped with advanced technology to identify key instigators in a crowd and deploy roadblocks as needed.
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04:44 pm Monday, 20 April 2026
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China's internal security forces are exploring the use of autonomous machines for riot control, according to a study conducted by the People's Armed Police Force. The research highlighted the potential use of robots for crowd control and surveillance during protests. The robots could be equipped with advanced technology to identify key instigators in a crowd and deploy roadblocks as needed.
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Private plane crashes in Chhattisgarh
A private aircraft crashed into a hillside in Chhattisgarh's Jashpur district on Monday with several people feared dead. According to locals, the jet went down after hitting a tree in a forested area. Visuals from the site showed thick smoke and flames from the crashed jet at the hillside situated in the Jashpur-Narayanpur region.
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04:37 pm Monday, 20 April 2026
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A private aircraft crashed into a hillside in Chhattisgarh's Jashpur district on Monday with several people feared dead. According to locals, the jet went down after hitting a tree in a forested area. Visuals from the site showed thick smoke and flames from the crashed jet at the hillside situated in the Jashpur-Narayanpur region.
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Data centre firm AirTrunk enters India, acquires Lumina CloudInfra
Blackstone-backed data centre major AirTrunk on Monday announced the acquisition of India's Lumina CloudInfra, a large-scale data centre developer also backed by the private equity firm. Notably, the deal marks AirTrunk's entry into India. The transaction gives AirTrunk immediate access to Lumina's development pipeline, existing contracts, relationships, and operating capabilities.
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04:59 pm Monday, 20 April 2026
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Blackstone-backed data centre major AirTrunk on Monday announced the acquisition of India's Lumina CloudInfra, a large-scale data centre developer also backed by the private equity firm. Notably, the deal marks AirTrunk's entry into India. The transaction gives AirTrunk immediate access to Lumina's development pipeline, existing contracts, relationships, and operating capabilities.
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How many women candidates did parties field for TN, Bengal polls?
In the upcoming Assembly polls in West Bengal, Congress has fielded 35 women among 294 candidates, while TMC has fielded 52 women out of 291 candidates, and BJP has fielded 33 women out of 292 candidates. Meanwhile, in Tamil Nadu, DMK has fielded 19 women candidates out of 176, while AIADMK has also fielded 19 women candidates out of 172.
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05:12 pm Monday, 20 April 2026
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In the upcoming Assembly polls in West Bengal, Congress has fielded 35 women among 294 candidates, while TMC has fielded 52 women out of 291 candidates, and BJP has fielded 33 women out of 292 candidates. Meanwhile, in Tamil Nadu, DMK has fielded 19 women candidates out of 176, while AIADMK has also fielded 19 women candidates out of 172.
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India issues fresh advisory for ships after 2 tankers attacked by Iran
The Indian Navy issued a fresh advisory for ships after Iran attacked two tankers. The advisory urged Indian-flagged ships to avoid Larak Island, unless clearance is obtained from naval authorities. The Indian Navy has also heightened the security grid in the Strait of Hormuz. An official reportedly said that 10 Indians ships have crossed the Strait of Hormuz.
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05:17 pm Monday, 20 April 2026
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The Indian Navy issued a fresh advisory for ships after Iran attacked two tankers. The advisory urged Indian-flagged ships to avoid Larak Island, unless clearance is obtained from naval authorities. The Indian Navy has also heightened the security grid in the Strait of Hormuz. An official reportedly said that 10 Indians ships have crossed the Strait of Hormuz.
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1st visuals show shattered glass of Indian ship attacked by Iran
The first visuals of damage to Jag Arnav, one of the two Indian ships attacked by Iran last week, were shared by Times Now. The visuals show the shattered glass of the ship. India had summoned the Iranian Ambassador Mohammad Fathali after the attack. Meanwhile, the Indian Navy has also upped security grid in the Strait of Hormuz.
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05:42 pm Monday, 20 April 2026
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The first visuals of damage to Jag Arnav, one of the two Indian ships attacked by Iran last week, were shared by Times Now. The visuals show the shattered glass of the ship. India had summoned the Iranian Ambassador Mohammad Fathali after the attack. Meanwhile, the Indian Navy has also upped security grid in the Strait of Hormuz.
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Ralph Lauren sells Indian Bandhani-print skirt for ₹44,800 after jhumka row, criticised
Months after row over jhumkas, Ralph Lauren is selling an Indian Bandhani print-skirt, sparking backlash over cultural appropriation. On the luxury fashion brand's website, the product, listed as a 'Print Cotton Wrap Skirt', is priced at ₹44,800. The description highlighted "Bandhini tie-dye techniques", but there was no mention of India or the craft's origin.
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05:50 pm Monday, 20 April 2026
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Months after row over jhumkas, Ralph Lauren is selling an Indian Bandhani print-skirt, sparking backlash over cultural appropriation. On the luxury fashion brand's website, the product, listed as a 'Print Cotton Wrap Skirt', is priced at ₹44,800. The description highlighted "Bandhini tie-dye techniques", but there was no mention of India or the craft's origin.
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Don't get married if you can't give maintenance to wife: HC on ₹4,000-maintenance dispute
Allahabad High Court upheld a trial court order directing a man to pay ₹4,000/month maintenance to his wife. The court said, "Those who feel...they cannot maintain a wife and children if...marriage goes sour, ought not to get married...but having done so, they cannot fall back on their poor financial condition to escape." It noted that the amount wasn't "in excess".
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Allahabad High Court upheld a trial court order directing a man to pay ₹4,000/month maintenance to his wife. The court said, "Those who feel...they cannot maintain a wife and children if...marriage goes sour, ought not to get married...but having done so, they cannot fall back on their poor financial condition to escape." It noted that the amount wasn't "in excess".
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