16 workers injured in major fire at factory in Gujarat's Bharuch
A massive fire broke out at a chemical factory in Gujaratβs Bharuch district on Thursday afternoon, injuring at least 16 workers. Visuals from the scene showed thick plumes of smoke billowing into the sky. The blaze erupted around 1 pm in the Jhagadia Gujarat Industrial Development Corporation (GIDC) area, following which emergency response teams rushed to the site.
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A massive fire broke out at a chemical factory in Gujaratβs Bharuch district on Thursday afternoon, injuring at least 16 workers. Visuals from the scene showed thick plumes of smoke billowing into the sky. The blaze erupted around 1 pm in the Jhagadia Gujarat Industrial Development Corporation (GIDC) area, following which emergency response teams rushed to the site.
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U'khand police monitor social media for fake videos on Char Dham Yatra, take action
The Uttarakhand Police have registered an FIR against an individual for sharing a video falsely claiming that devotees were being denied darshan at Kedarnath Temple. The police are examining other such videos as well. "All arrangements related to the Char Dham Yatra are functioning smoothly, and devotees are being facilitated for darshan in an orderly manner," the authorities said.
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The Uttarakhand Police have registered an FIR against an individual for sharing a video falsely claiming that devotees were being denied darshan at Kedarnath Temple. The police are examining other such videos as well. "All arrangements related to the Char Dham Yatra are functioning smoothly, and devotees are being facilitated for darshan in an orderly manner," the authorities said.
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Why does gold remain most trusted source of wealth in India?
Dominance of gold in Indian households reflects a consistent pattern backed by returns. At the same time, the nature of participation is evolving. Urban investors are increasingly accessing gold through financial instruments such as ETFs. There's also a shift in intent. Gold is no longer viewed only as adornment. Investment demand now constitutes nearly 40% of total consumption, said NDTVProfit.
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10:40 pm Thursday, 23 April 2026
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Dominance of gold in Indian households reflects a consistent pattern backed by returns. At the same time, the nature of participation is evolving. Urban investors are increasingly accessing gold through financial instruments such as ETFs. There's also a shift in intent. Gold is no longer viewed only as adornment. Investment demand now constitutes nearly 40% of total consumption, said NDTVProfit.
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Kamal, Shruti Haasan skip polling queue, spark 'VIP' treatment row
Actor-politician Kamal Haasan and his daughter Shruti Haasan sparked backlash after skipping the queue at a Tamil Nadu polling booth. A clip shows the duo arriving at the booth and joining the queue to wait for their turn to vote, but they were quickly escorted to the front. Pointing out the "celebrity privilege", social media users called this "shameful".
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10:39 pm Thursday, 23 April 2026
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Actor-politician Kamal Haasan and his daughter Shruti Haasan sparked backlash after skipping the queue at a Tamil Nadu polling booth. A clip shows the duo arriving at the booth and joining the queue to wait for their turn to vote, but they were quickly escorted to the front. Pointing out the "celebrity privilege", social media users called this "shameful".
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India, Germany likely to finalise $8 bn submarine deal in 90 days
India and Germany are set to finalise a $8 billion submarine deal within three months, German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius said after talks with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday. He said the project involves the production of six submarines in India. "I am very confident that we'll be able to sign the agreement soon," he said.
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10:39 pm Thursday, 23 April 2026
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India and Germany are set to finalise a $8 billion submarine deal within three months, German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius said after talks with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday. He said the project involves the production of six submarines in India. "I am very confident that we'll be able to sign the agreement soon," he said.
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Sunset of TMC's politics: BJP chief on 91.78% voter turnout in WB
After West Bengal recorded 91.78% voter turnout in phase 1 of the Assembly Election, BJP chief Nitin Nabin said, "Today's voting percentage and today's sunset is the sunset of TMC's politics." "The way the public has come forward, I believe that the people of West Bengal have voted against the reign of goons," he added.
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10:58 pm Thursday, 23 April 2026
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After West Bengal recorded 91.78% voter turnout in phase 1 of the Assembly Election, BJP chief Nitin Nabin said, "Today's voting percentage and today's sunset is the sunset of TMC's politics." "The way the public has come forward, I believe that the people of West Bengal have voted against the reign of goons," he added.
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Which nations will see fastest growth in billionaire populations by 2031?
Billionaire numbers are expected to grow fastest in Saudi Arabia, rising from 23 in 2026 to 65 in 2031, according to Knight Frank's The Wealth Report 2026. Poland's billionaire population is also expected to more than double, from 13 to 29 during the same period. It will be followed by Sweden, Australia, Denmark, Japan, Mexico, the Philippines, Norway and India.
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10:55 pm Thursday, 23 April 2026
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Billionaire numbers are expected to grow fastest in Saudi Arabia, rising from 23 in 2026 to 65 in 2031, according to Knight Frank's The Wealth Report 2026. Poland's billionaire population is also expected to more than double, from 13 to 29 during the same period. It will be followed by Sweden, Australia, Denmark, Japan, Mexico, the Philippines, Norway and India.
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Rakesh Bedi gets βΉ1-cr bonus after 'Dhurandhar' success: Report
Rakesh Bedi, who played the role of 'Jameel Jamali' in the 'Dhurandhar' films, has received a βΉ1-crore bonus following the massive success of the franchise, Bollywood Hungama reported. A source claimed, "The producers were deeply touched by the hard work he put into making the character so memorable. As a token of gratitude, they decided to pay him additional remuneration."
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10:51 pm Thursday, 23 April 2026
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Rakesh Bedi, who played the role of 'Jameel Jamali' in the 'Dhurandhar' films, has received a βΉ1-crore bonus following the massive success of the franchise, Bollywood Hungama reported. A source claimed, "The producers were deeply touched by the hard work he put into making the character so memorable. As a token of gratitude, they decided to pay him additional remuneration."
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Israel says it wants to 'completely eliminate Khamenei dynasty,' awaits US approval
Israel's Defense Minister, Israel Katz, said during a security assessment meeting that Jerusalem is ready to resume fighting against Iran. He also said that Israel wants to complete the elimination of the Khamenei dynasty. Israel is waiting for a "green light from Trump" to target Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei and Iranian energy sites, a report said.
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11:13 pm Thursday, 23 April 2026
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Israel's Defense Minister, Israel Katz, said during a security assessment meeting that Jerusalem is ready to resume fighting against Iran. He also said that Israel wants to complete the elimination of the Khamenei dynasty. Israel is waiting for a "green light from Trump" to target Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei and Iranian energy sites, a report said.
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Israel faces espionage scandal as F-15 fighter jet data leaked to Iran: Report
Israel Defense Forces faces a major espionage scandal after two Air Force technicians were accused of spying for Iran, reports said. They allegedly passed sensitive F-15 fighter jet data and personal details of personnel, and were tasked with gathering intelligence on top leaders. The breach at Tel Nof Airbase has triggered a high-level probe, raising serious internal security concerns.
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11:08 pm Thursday, 23 April 2026
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Israel Defense Forces faces a major espionage scandal after two Air Force technicians were accused of spying for Iran, reports said. They allegedly passed sensitive F-15 fighter jet data and personal details of personnel, and were tasked with gathering intelligence on top leaders. The breach at Tel Nof Airbase has triggered a high-level probe, raising serious internal security concerns.
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Zomato drops contract term that penalised restaurants for cheaper meals: Report
Zomato has agreed to drop a contract term βthat penalised restaurants for offering cheaper meals to walk-in diners, Reuters reported citing a source, after opposition from eateries. For years, Zomato has βhad a "charges for price disparity" clause, which allowed it to fine restaurants if β their eat-in or own delivery prices were lower than those listed on the Zomato app.
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Zomato has agreed to drop a contract term βthat penalised restaurants for offering cheaper meals to walk-in diners, Reuters reported citing a source, after opposition from eateries. For years, Zomato has βhad a "charges for price disparity" clause, which allowed it to fine restaurants if β their eat-in or own delivery prices were lower than those listed on the Zomato app.
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CSK record their biggest win in IPL history, MI suffer their biggest defeat
CSK defeated MI by 103 runs in their IPL 2026 match in Mumbai. It's CSK's biggest win (by runs) and it's MI's biggest defeat (by runs) in IPL history. CSK posted a total of 207/6 and dismissed MI for 104 runs. CSK have jumped to the fifth spot, while MI have dropped to the eighth spot on the points table
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11:29 pm Thursday, 23 April 2026
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CSK defeated MI by 103 runs in their IPL 2026 match in Mumbai. It's CSK's biggest win (by runs) and it's MI's biggest defeat (by runs) in IPL history. CSK posted a total of 207/6 and dismissed MI for 104 runs. CSK have jumped to the fifth spot, while MI have dropped to the eighth spot on the points table
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NASA engineer missing since July 2025 found dead in his Tesla car
NASA engineer Joshua LeBlanc who was reported missing in July 2025 was found dead inside his burned Tesla car in US' Alabama. LeBlanc was a key contributor to critical nuclear propulsion projects for future Mars missions. This comes as the FBI launched an investigation into mysterious deaths and disappearances of more than 10 scientists connected to highly sensitive research.
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11:21 pm Thursday, 23 April 2026
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NASA engineer Joshua LeBlanc who was reported missing in July 2025 was found dead inside his burned Tesla car in US' Alabama. LeBlanc was a key contributor to critical nuclear propulsion projects for future Mars missions. This comes as the FBI launched an investigation into mysterious deaths and disappearances of more than 10 scientists connected to highly sensitive research.
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Microsoft offers 1st-ever voluntary retirement to 8,750 US employees: Reports
Microsoft is offering first-ever voluntary retirement to 7% of its US workforce (about 8,750 employees), reports said. The programme will be open to employees at senior-director level and below, with a combined age and years of employment of 70 or more. "We hope...this programme gives those eligible the choice to take...next step on their...terms," Chief People Officer Amy Coleman said.
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11:37 pm Thursday, 23 April 2026
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Microsoft is offering first-ever voluntary retirement to 7% of its US workforce (about 8,750 employees), reports said. The programme will be open to employees at senior-director level and below, with a combined age and years of employment of 70 or more. "We hope...this programme gives those eligible the choice to take...next step on their...terms," Chief People Officer Amy Coleman said.
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Narcotics Control Bureau issues advisory to Indians travelling to Maldives
Narcotics Control Bureau issued advisory for Indians travelling to Maldives after amendments to anti-narcotics laws there. Amended laws prescribe harsher penalties for drug-related offences, including life imprisonment & death penalty, NCB said. Indians have been advised not to carry any item on behalf of others without verifying its content and to keep supervision over their baggage at all times.
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11:56 pm Thursday, 23 April 2026
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Narcotics Control Bureau issued advisory for Indians travelling to Maldives after amendments to anti-narcotics laws there. Amended laws prescribe harsher penalties for drug-related offences, including life imprisonment & death penalty, NCB said. Indians have been advised not to carry any item on behalf of others without verifying its content and to keep supervision over their baggage at all times.
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Trader uses hair dryer to 'change' weather in Paris, makes βΉ32 lakh in minutes
A Polymarket trader used a hair dryer to "change" the weather in Paris and make βΉ32 lakh within minutes. He placed large bets on Paris hitting 22Β°C on two days, while others bet on temperature hitting 18Β°C. He used a hair dryer on Paris airport's temperature sensor, which helped the days' maximum temperature to hit 22Β°C, helping him win bets.
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07:55 am Friday, 24 April 2026
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A Polymarket trader used a hair dryer to "change" the weather in Paris and make βΉ32 lakh within minutes. He placed large bets on Paris hitting 22Β°C on two days, while others bet on temperature hitting 18Β°C. He used a hair dryer on Paris airport's temperature sensor, which helped the days' maximum temperature to hit 22Β°C, helping him win bets.
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Trump asked if he would use nuclear weapon against Iran, he says 'What a stupid question'
During media interaction, a journalist asked US President Donald Trump if he would use a nuclear weapon against Iran. He replied, "No. Why would a stupid question like that be asked?" "Why would l use a nuclear weapon when we've totally decimated Iran without it? A nuclear weapon should never be allowed to be used by anybody," he added.
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08:08 am Friday, 24 April 2026
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During media interaction, a journalist asked US President Donald Trump if he would use a nuclear weapon against Iran. He replied, "No. Why would a stupid question like that be asked?" "Why would l use a nuclear weapon when we've totally decimated Iran without it? A nuclear weapon should never be allowed to be used by anybody," he added.
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Israel-Lebanon ceasefire extended by 3 weeks after WH meet: Trump
US President Donald Trump said ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon has been extended by three weeks after a high-level meeting at the White House. Trump hosted Israel's ambassador to Washington Yechiel Leiter and Lebanese ambassador to the US Nada Moawad in the Oval Office for a second round of talks. Notably, the ceasefire was set to expire on Sunday.
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08:30 am Friday, 24 April 2026
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US President Donald Trump said ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon has been extended by three weeks after a high-level meeting at the White House. Trump hosted Israel's ambassador to Washington Yechiel Leiter and Lebanese ambassador to the US Nada Moawad in the Oval Office for a second round of talks. Notably, the ceasefire was set to expire on Sunday.
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Meta confirms it'll fire 8,000 people in 1 day, cancels plan to fill 6,000 other roles
Meta confirmed to employees that it'll fire 8,000 staffers on May 20, adding that it has cancelled its plan to fill 6,000 other open roles. Chief People Officer Janelle Gale attributed the layoffs to efficiency, saying, "[Layoffs will] allow us to offset the other investments we're making." "This puts everyone in uneasy state, but...this is best path forward," Gale added.
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08:22 am Friday, 24 April 2026
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Meta confirmed to employees that it'll fire 8,000 staffers on May 20, adding that it has cancelled its plan to fill 6,000 other open roles. Chief People Officer Janelle Gale attributed the layoffs to efficiency, saying, "[Layoffs will] allow us to offset the other investments we're making." "This puts everyone in uneasy state, but...this is best path forward," Gale added.
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Court hearings used as tool in campaigning: TMC on I-PAC case
Menaka Guruswamy, representing West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee in I-PAC case, said court proceedings are being used as a tool for political campaigning by the opposition. This comes after BJP leader Amit Malviya shared a video suggesting that Guruswamy referred to Mamata as "queen". Guruswamy raised objections to post by Malviya, calling it an "abuse" of court proceedings.
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08:43 am Friday, 24 April 2026
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Menaka Guruswamy, representing West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee in I-PAC case, said court proceedings are being used as a tool for political campaigning by the opposition. This comes after BJP leader Amit Malviya shared a video suggesting that Guruswamy referred to Mamata as "queen". Guruswamy raised objections to post by Malviya, calling it an "abuse" of court proceedings.
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