Election Commission bans bike rides in Bengal 2 days before polls
Election Commission of India has banned bike rides in West Bengal from today, two days before the first phase of the state Assembly elections. Bike riding is banned from 6 pm to 6 am, and pillion riding is banned from 6 am to 6 pm except for emergency cases. Family pillion riding is allowed on polling day on April 23.
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Election Commission of India has banned bike rides in West Bengal from today, two days before the first phase of the state Assembly elections. Bike riding is banned from 6 pm to 6 am, and pillion riding is banned from 6 am to 6 pm except for emergency cases. Family pillion riding is allowed on polling day on April 23.
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Why is POET stock rising in premarket?
POET Technologies rose premarket on speculation linking it to Nvidia and Marvell. The hype followed social media comments by a partner's former CEO suggesting POET's optical tech is part of the chip giants' supply chain. Rising short interest also fueled short-squeeze rumours. Short squeeze occurs when a rising stock price forces short sellers to buy back shares, further accelerating rally.
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POET Technologies rose premarket on speculation linking it to Nvidia and Marvell. The hype followed social media comments by a partner's former CEO suggesting POET's optical tech is part of the chip giants' supply chain. Rising short interest also fueled short-squeeze rumours. Short squeeze occurs when a rising stock price forces short sellers to buy back shares, further accelerating rally.
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Iran may still play FIFA WC in US if team's safety is ensured: Sports Minister
The Iranian national football team may still participate in the FIFA World Cup 2026 if its safety is ensured, Iranian Sports Minister Ahmad Donyamali said on Tuesday. "However, the decision on participation will be made by the government and the Supreme National Security Council [of Iran]," he added. Notably, Iran are scheduled to play their group-stage matches in the US.
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05:00 pm Tuesday, 21 April 2026
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The Iranian national football team may still participate in the FIFA World Cup 2026 if its safety is ensured, Iranian Sports Minister Ahmad Donyamali said on Tuesday. "However, the decision on participation will be made by the government and the Supreme National Security Council [of Iran]," he added. Notably, Iran are scheduled to play their group-stage matches in the US.
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Cars in India may soon run on 85% ethanol as govt prepares draft rules: Report
Cars in India could soon run on E85 fuel, as government is reportedly set to issue draft rules for E85, a blend containing up to 85% ethanol and 15% petrol. "Draft regulations will be notified very soon. There's consensus within the government...There's also market consensus and preliminary testing...has been carried out," The Hindu said quoting a senior government official.
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05:27 pm Tuesday, 21 April 2026
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Cars in India could soon run on E85 fuel, as government is reportedly set to issue draft rules for E85, a blend containing up to 85% ethanol and 15% petrol. "Draft regulations will be notified very soon. There's consensus within the government...There's also market consensus and preliminary testing...has been carried out," The Hindu said quoting a senior government official.
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'Careers of 90% women leaders start in bedrooms of men,' says Pappu Yadav; sparks outrage
Independent MP Pappu Yadav from Bihar triggered outrage by saying that the careers of 90% women leaders begin in the bedrooms of men. "Without the room of a politician, 90% women can not get into politics," he said. BJP leader Shehzad Poonawalla called his remarks "shocking". BJP leader Charu Pragya said, "He should be dismissed from the Parliament."
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05:20 pm Tuesday, 21 April 2026
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Independent MP Pappu Yadav from Bihar triggered outrage by saying that the careers of 90% women leaders begin in the bedrooms of men. "Without the room of a politician, 90% women can not get into politics," he said. BJP leader Shehzad Poonawalla called his remarks "shocking". BJP leader Charu Pragya said, "He should be dismissed from the Parliament."
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I'm big fan of Tim Cook, was impressed when he called to 'kiss my ass': Trump in farewell note
Donald Trump wrote a farewell note for outgoing Apple CEO Tim Cook, saying he's always been a big fan of the Apple veteran. Referring to a 2016 call between them, Trump said, "I was very impressed...to have Apple's head calling to 'kiss my ass'." "He makes these calls to me, I help him...and he gets job done quickly," he added.
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05:19 pm Tuesday, 21 April 2026
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Donald Trump wrote a farewell note for outgoing Apple CEO Tim Cook, saying he's always been a big fan of the Apple veteran. Referring to a 2016 call between them, Trump said, "I was very impressed...to have Apple's head calling to 'kiss my ass'." "He makes these calls to me, I help him...and he gets job done quickly," he added.
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Priyanka can run I.N.D.I.A bloc, Rahul Gandhi can't: Tej Pratap
Janshakti Janta Dal founder Tej Pratap Yadav on Tuesday backed Congress' Priyanka Gandhi as the face of I.N.D.I.A bloc while criticising her brother Rahul Gandhi saying, "He wouldn't be able to run the bloc." "Only Priyanka can run it...she's like Indira Gandhi." His remark came after Rahul's allegation of Nitish Kumar being "compromised" after his recent exit from state politics.
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05:38 pm Tuesday, 21 April 2026
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Janshakti Janta Dal founder Tej Pratap Yadav on Tuesday backed Congress' Priyanka Gandhi as the face of I.N.D.I.A bloc while criticising her brother Rahul Gandhi saying, "He wouldn't be able to run the bloc." "Only Priyanka can run it...she's like Indira Gandhi." His remark came after Rahul's allegation of Nitish Kumar being "compromised" after his recent exit from state politics.
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Iran violated ceasefire numerous times: Trump before expiry of US-Iran ceasefire
A day before the expiry of the US-Iran ceasefire, US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday, "Iran has violated the ceasefire numerous times." Trump's remarks come as there's no clarity about the second round of peace talks between the US and Iran. The second round of talks was scheduled to happen in Pakistan, but Iran refused to send their delegation.
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05:36 pm Tuesday, 21 April 2026
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A day before the expiry of the US-Iran ceasefire, US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday, "Iran has violated the ceasefire numerous times." Trump's remarks come as there's no clarity about the second round of peace talks between the US and Iran. The second round of talks was scheduled to happen in Pakistan, but Iran refused to send their delegation.
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How much property does Tim Cook own?
Tim Cook, who is stepping down as CEO of Apple after 15 years, is known to live in a home in Palo Alto, California, which he bought for $1.9 million in 2010. The 2,400-square-foot property is located near Apple's headquarters. Reports also suggest that he owns a luxury desert mansion in La Quinta, purchased for around $10 million in 2019.
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05:57 pm Tuesday, 21 April 2026
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Tim Cook, who is stepping down as CEO of Apple after 15 years, is known to live in a home in Palo Alto, California, which he bought for $1.9 million in 2010. The 2,400-square-foot property is located near Apple's headquarters. Reports also suggest that he owns a luxury desert mansion in La Quinta, purchased for around $10 million in 2019.
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Iranian tanker 'Silly City' breaches US naval blockade despite threats
An Iranian tanker, named 'Silly City', successfully broke through the US naval blockade at the Strait of Hormuz to reach the country's waters, Iranian media reported. "Despite repeated warnings and threats from US naval forces, the tanker safely transited the Arabian Sea and reached Iranian waters overnight," the Iranian military stated. Earlier, US military had seized Iranian vessel Touska.
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05:50 pm Tuesday, 21 April 2026
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An Iranian tanker, named 'Silly City', successfully broke through the US naval blockade at the Strait of Hormuz to reach the country's waters, Iranian media reported. "Despite repeated warnings and threats from US naval forces, the tanker safely transited the Arabian Sea and reached Iranian waters overnight," the Iranian military stated. Earlier, US military had seized Iranian vessel Touska.
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Video of UP CM Yogi attributing wrong quote to Swami Vivekananda is fake: BJP
A video of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath attributing a wrong quote to Swami Vivekananda is fake, BJP spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari claimed on Tuesday. Bhandari also shared a video that showed CM Yogi rightly attributing the quote "Tum mujhe khoon do, main tumhe azaadi dunga" (Give me blood and I shall give you freedom) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose.
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A video of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath attributing a wrong quote to Swami Vivekananda is fake, BJP spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari claimed on Tuesday. Bhandari also shared a video that showed CM Yogi rightly attributing the quote "Tum mujhe khoon do, main tumhe azaadi dunga" (Give me blood and I shall give you freedom) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose.
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Pak politician Altaf, who once sought asylum from PM Modi, inspired Jamali in 'Dhurandhar'
Exiled Pakistani politician Altaf Hussain, who once sought asylum in India from PM Narendra Modi, is the inspiration behind Rakesh Bedi's 'Jameel Jamali' in 'Dhurandhar', revealed film's research consultant Aditya Raj Kaul. "Jamali is a mix of Altaf...and Nabeel Gabol, but it's mostly Altaf," said Kaul. He added Altaf moved to UK after allegations that he was working for RAW.
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News By: Bhawana Chaudhary
06:14 pm Tuesday, 21 April 2026
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Exiled Pakistani politician Altaf Hussain, who once sought asylum in India from PM Narendra Modi, is the inspiration behind Rakesh Bedi's 'Jameel Jamali' in 'Dhurandhar', revealed film's research consultant Aditya Raj Kaul. "Jamali is a mix of Altaf...and Nabeel Gabol, but it's mostly Altaf," said Kaul. He added Altaf moved to UK after allegations that he was working for RAW.
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TN Congress prez claims I-T dept raided his house, confined him; Dept denies
The Income Tax Department has denied allegations by Tamil Nadu Congress President K Selvaperunthagai that it raided his residence and prevented him from leaving his constituency. It affirmed that no searches were conducted, and his movement wasn't restricted. "The false and misleading statements...by him have been reported to ECI," it said, adding that a police complaint has also been filed.
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06:12 pm Tuesday, 21 April 2026
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The Income Tax Department has denied allegations by Tamil Nadu Congress President K Selvaperunthagai that it raided his residence and prevented him from leaving his constituency. It affirmed that no searches were conducted, and his movement wasn't restricted. "The false and misleading statements...by him have been reported to ECI," it said, adding that a police complaint has also been filed.
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06:12 pm Tuesday, 21 April 2026
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Cars in India may soon run on just 15% petrol as govt prepares draft rules: Report
Cars in India could soon run on E85 fuel, as government is reportedly set to issue draft rules for E85, a blend containing up to 85% ethanol and 15% petrol. "Draft regulations will be notified very soon. There's consensus within the government," The Hindu said quoting a senior government official. Currently, E20 petrol is the standard fuel across the country.
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06:03 pm Tuesday, 21 April 2026
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Cars in India could soon run on E85 fuel, as government is reportedly set to issue draft rules for E85, a blend containing up to 85% ethanol and 15% petrol. "Draft regulations will be notified very soon. There's consensus within the government," The Hindu said quoting a senior government official. Currently, E20 petrol is the standard fuel across the country.
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Shefali dismisses dating rumours with Yuzvendra, says 'I'm fed up'
Sports presenter and 'Bigg Boss 13' fame Shefali Bagga rubbished dating rumours linking her to cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal. Expressing frustration, she said, "I really don't want to answer this question because I'm just fed up...They assume a dinner means dating." She added, "Say whatever you want to say. I know my reality, and the people around me know my reality."
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06:27 pm Tuesday, 21 April 2026
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Sports presenter and 'Bigg Boss 13' fame Shefali Bagga rubbished dating rumours linking her to cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal. Expressing frustration, she said, "I really don't want to answer this question because I'm just fed up...They assume a dinner means dating." She added, "Say whatever you want to say. I know my reality, and the people around me know my reality."
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BJP leader files complaint against Prakash Raj for mocking Ramayana
BJP leader Bhanu Prakash has filed a complaint against actor Prakash Raj for mocking the Ramayana, accusing the actor of "hurting the religious feelings of the Hindu community". Seeking action, Bhanu Prakash's complaint claimed that Prakash Raj made "defamatory and malicious remarks" by "distorting the Ramayana". Further, actress Karate Kalyani has also filed a complaint, making similar claims.
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News By: Ishita Ranganath
06:15 pm Tuesday, 21 April 2026
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BJP leader Bhanu Prakash has filed a complaint against actor Prakash Raj for mocking the Ramayana, accusing the actor of "hurting the religious feelings of the Hindu community". Seeking action, Bhanu Prakash's complaint claimed that Prakash Raj made "defamatory and malicious remarks" by "distorting the Ramayana". Further, actress Karate Kalyani has also filed a complaint, making similar claims.
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Mastermind created group to share inciting videos during Noida's factory workers protest
Aditya Anand, the alleged mastermind behind the violence during factory workers' protest in Noida, has reportedly told police that he had created a social media group, 'X Storm', to share violence-inciting videos regarding the protest. The group which reportedly had 274 members was created for rapid sharing of such videos online. Anand was arrested from Tamil Nadu's Trichy.
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06:40 pm Tuesday, 21 April 2026
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Aditya Anand, the alleged mastermind behind the violence during factory workers' protest in Noida, has reportedly told police that he had created a social media group, 'X Storm', to share violence-inciting videos regarding the protest. The group which reportedly had 274 members was created for rapid sharing of such videos online. Anand was arrested from Tamil Nadu's Trichy.
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No slip of tongue: BJP's Patra on Kharge's 'PM terrorist' remark
BJP National Spokesperson Sambit Patra reacted to Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge's "PM Narendra Modi terrorist" remark, saying it was "no slip of the tongue." He alleged that Rahul Gandhi frequently uses abusive language against the PM and claimed Kharge made the remark at his behest. Kharge made the statement while criticising the AIADMK-NDA alliance ahead of Tamil Nadu Assembly polls.
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06:39 pm Tuesday, 21 April 2026
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BJP National Spokesperson Sambit Patra reacted to Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge's "PM Narendra Modi terrorist" remark, saying it was "no slip of the tongue." He alleged that Rahul Gandhi frequently uses abusive language against the PM and claimed Kharge made the remark at his behest. Kharge made the statement while criticising the AIADMK-NDA alliance ahead of Tamil Nadu Assembly polls.
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Deepika shoots with Punit Malhotra days after announcing pregnancy, director shares pic
Director Punit Malhotra recently shared a picture with actress Deepika Padukone from a shoot. The picture marked Deepika's first glimpse since the announcement of her second pregnancy. "This shoot? 10/10. No notes! Thank you @deepikapadukone for being so warm, gracious and wonderful...truly grateful! I owe you one," he wrote alongside the post on Instagram.
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06:51 pm Tuesday, 21 April 2026
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Director Punit Malhotra recently shared a picture with actress Deepika Padukone from a shoot. The picture marked Deepika's first glimpse since the announcement of her second pregnancy. "This shoot? 10/10. No notes! Thank you @deepikapadukone for being so warm, gracious and wonderful...truly grateful! I owe you one," he wrote alongside the post on Instagram.
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India should aim for 100% ethanol blending: Nitin Gadkari
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has said India should aspire to achieve 100% ethanol blending in the near future. "Today, we're facing an energy crisis due to the war in West Asia, so it's necessary for us to become self-reliant in the energy sector," he added. Notably, the Centre is reportedly considering draft rules for E85 fuel (85% ethanol, 15% petrol).
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06:49 pm Tuesday, 21 April 2026
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Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has said India should aspire to achieve 100% ethanol blending in the near future. "Today, we're facing an energy crisis due to the war in West Asia, so it's necessary for us to become self-reliant in the energy sector," he added. Notably, the Centre is reportedly considering draft rules for E85 fuel (85% ethanol, 15% petrol).
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