Video shows girls being forced to cover nose studs with tape for exam in K'taka
A video showed girls being reportedly forced to cover their nose studs with adhesive tape to comply with metal restrictions before the CET exam in Karnataka's Chikkamagaluru. Officials stated that the step was in line with government guidelines that prohibit any metal objects inside the examination centre. Girls were reportedly asked to either remove their nose studs or apply tape.
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06:44 pm Monday, 27 April 2026
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A video showed girls being reportedly forced to cover their nose studs with adhesive tape to comply with metal restrictions before the CET exam in Karnataka's Chikkamagaluru. Officials stated that the step was in line with government guidelines that prohibit any metal objects inside the examination centre. Girls were reportedly asked to either remove their nose studs or apply tape.
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Fan asks Preity Zinta to bring back PBKS' red and silver jersey, she says 'BCCI banned silver'
During a question-answer session on X (formerly Twitter), a fan asked PBKS (formerly known as KXIP) owner Preity Zinta to bring back the team's red and silver jersey. "Silver got banned by...BCCI because teams complained they could not see the white ball against the silver! I miss the silver too!" she responded. PBKS' current jersey features red and blue colours.
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06:39 pm Monday, 27 April 2026
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During a question-answer session on X (formerly Twitter), a fan asked PBKS (formerly known as KXIP) owner Preity Zinta to bring back the team's red and silver jersey. "Silver got banned by...BCCI because teams complained they could not see the white ball against the silver! I miss the silver too!" she responded. PBKS' current jersey features red and blue colours.
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Boy falls off moving train in West Bengal, passengers say pulled chain but train didn't stop
A boy fell off a moving train in West Bengal after the train crossed Raninagar Jalpaiguri station, with passengers alleging that despite pulling the chain, the train didn't stop. "We called 182 and RailMadad too, but got no help," a man said. A video that has gone viral on social media shows a woman crying after the incident.
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06:36 pm Monday, 27 April 2026
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A boy fell off a moving train in West Bengal after the train crossed Raninagar Jalpaiguri station, with passengers alleging that despite pulling the chain, the train didn't stop. "We called 182 and RailMadad too, but got no help," a man said. A video that has gone viral on social media shows a woman crying after the incident.
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What will get cheaper as India-New Zealand sign 'once-in-a-generation' free trade deal?
The 'once-in-a-generation' India-New Zealand free trade deal is set to make imported products like apples, kiwis, dairy and wine cheaper for Indian consumers, News18 reported. Duty-free access will be given to products like wooden logs, coking coal and metal scrap, reducing costs for manufacturers. Infant formula and high-value dairy items may also get cheaper as tariffs are phased out.
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06:59 pm Monday, 27 April 2026
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The 'once-in-a-generation' India-New Zealand free trade deal is set to make imported products like apples, kiwis, dairy and wine cheaper for Indian consumers, News18 reported. Duty-free access will be given to products like wooden logs, coking coal and metal scrap, reducing costs for manufacturers. Infant formula and high-value dairy items may also get cheaper as tariffs are phased out.
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06:59 pm Monday, 27 April 2026
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Truecaller's India market share drops from 70% to mid-50s
India's share of Truecaller's total downloads has declined from over 70% at its peak to the mid-50s, with downloads from India falling 16% YoY in 2025. Truecaller's shares have fallen about 78% since its 2021 IPO. It has introduced features such as AI Assistant to drive monetisation. The app has nearly 70% of its global users in India.
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News By: Neeraja Nath
07:14 pm Monday, 27 April 2026
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India's share of Truecaller's total downloads has declined from over 70% at its peak to the mid-50s, with downloads from India falling 16% YoY in 2025. Truecaller's shares have fallen about 78% since its 2021 IPO. It has introduced features such as AI Assistant to drive monetisation. The app has nearly 70% of its global users in India.
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07:14 pm Monday, 27 April 2026
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PM pens open letter in Bangla ahead of 2nd phase of Assembly polls
PM Narendra Modi wrote an open letter to the people of West Bengal ahead of last phase of Assembly polls in the state. "Be it the youth power or the women's power here, our farmer brothers and sisters, workers or businessmen—everyone is resolute in building a 'Vikasito Bangla' (developed Bengal), he wrote. "Will celebrate BJP-CM swearing ceremony together," he added.
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News By: Girish Kumar Anshul
07:06 pm Monday, 27 April 2026
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PM Narendra Modi wrote an open letter to the people of West Bengal ahead of last phase of Assembly polls in the state. "Be it the youth power or the women's power here, our farmer brothers and sisters, workers or businessmen—everyone is resolute in building a 'Vikasito Bangla' (developed Bengal), he wrote. "Will celebrate BJP-CM swearing ceremony together," he added.
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07:06 pm Monday, 27 April 2026
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Fan calls Preity Zinta 'Punjab Kings' trophy', she replies 'No woman wants to be a trophy'
During a Q&A session on X, a fan said that Punjab Kings (PBKS) haven't won an IPL trophy so far because the team's owner Preity Zinta is their real "trophy". Reacting to this, the actress wrote, "Honestly speaking no woman wants to be a trophy...Trophies are kept in glass cupboards and a women's place is in your life and...heart."
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News By: Bhawana Chaudhary
07:01 pm Monday, 27 April 2026
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During a Q&A session on X, a fan said that Punjab Kings (PBKS) haven't won an IPL trophy so far because the team's owner Preity Zinta is their real "trophy". Reacting to this, the actress wrote, "Honestly speaking no woman wants to be a trophy...Trophies are kept in glass cupboards and a women's place is in your life and...heart."
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07:01 pm Monday, 27 April 2026
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2,200-year-old circular temple to god of mud unearthed in Egypt
Archaeologists unearthed 2,200-year-old circular temple dedicated to Pelusius, the god of mud, at Tell el-Farma in Egypt's northern Sinai. The 35-metre-wide basin, connected to the Nile, was likely used by priests to simulate the river's annual floods. The temple was likely built in 2nd century BC and remained in active use until 6th century AD.
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07:29 pm Monday, 27 April 2026
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Archaeologists unearthed 2,200-year-old circular temple dedicated to Pelusius, the god of mud, at Tell el-Farma in Egypt's northern Sinai. The 35-metre-wide basin, connected to the Nile, was likely used by priests to simulate the river's annual floods. The temple was likely built in 2nd century BC and remained in active use until 6th century AD.
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Singapore minister builds AI 'second brain' for diplomat, says 'I don't dare switch it off'
Singapore Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan shared the architecture of a personal AI assistant, which he considers a "second brain" for a diplomat. "It answers every question, researches topics, provides daily updates, drafts speeches and condenses information. It has become invaluable-I don’t dare switch it off!" he said. He added he used NanoClaw on a Raspberry Pi and LLM Wiki pattern.
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07:29 pm Monday, 27 April 2026
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Singapore Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan shared the architecture of a personal AI assistant, which he considers a "second brain" for a diplomat. "It answers every question, researches topics, provides daily updates, drafts speeches and condenses information. It has become invaluable-I don’t dare switch it off!" he said. He added he used NanoClaw on a Raspberry Pi and LLM Wiki pattern.
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07:29 pm Monday, 27 April 2026
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Police replies to video showing Kejriwal sitting in moving car without seatbelt
Delhi Traffic Police replied to an X video that showed former Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal sitting in a moving car without a seatbelt. The police asked for the exact time and place, stating that an official had been assigned to look into the matter. "Is following traffic rules...responsibility of only common citizens?" the person who posted the video had asked.
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News By: Jayant Singh
07:19 pm Monday, 27 April 2026
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Delhi Traffic Police replied to an X video that showed former Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal sitting in a moving car without a seatbelt. The police asked for the exact time and place, stating that an official had been assigned to look into the matter. "Is following traffic rules...responsibility of only common citizens?" the person who posted the video had asked.
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Study reveals 'how hot is too hot' for Indians as heatwave continues
A Harvard study found that wet bulb temperature is lower than 35°C. Wet bulb temperature is recognised as theoretical limit of human survival. Minimally active young adults can survive up to 31°C TwB in hot/humid conditions and only 26°C Twb in very hot/dry conditions. On heat-related deaths in India, it said heat worsens kidney function, sleep, diabetes, and respiratory issues.
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07:43 pm Monday, 27 April 2026
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A Harvard study found that wet bulb temperature is lower than 35°C. Wet bulb temperature is recognised as theoretical limit of human survival. Minimally active young adults can survive up to 31°C TwB in hot/humid conditions and only 26°C Twb in very hot/dry conditions. On heat-related deaths in India, it said heat worsens kidney function, sleep, diabetes, and respiratory issues.
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07:43 pm Monday, 27 April 2026
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US being humiliated by Iran, Iranians clearly stronger than expected: Germany
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Monday said that Iran's leadership was humiliating the US and getting US officials to travel to Pakistan and then leave without results. "The Iranians are clearly stronger than expected and the Americans clearly have no truly convincing strategy in the negotiations," Merz added. He also urged a rapid end to the war.
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07:33 pm Monday, 27 April 2026
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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Monday said that Iran's leadership was humiliating the US and getting US officials to travel to Pakistan and then leave without results. "The Iranians are clearly stronger than expected and the Americans clearly have no truly convincing strategy in the negotiations," Merz added. He also urged a rapid end to the war.
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07:33 pm Monday, 27 April 2026
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Iran's FM Araghchi meets Russian President Putin, delivers Supreme Leader Mojtaba's message
Iranian Foreign Minister Syed Abbas Araghchi on Monday met Russian President Vladimir Putin in St Petersburg. According to Iranian media, Araghchi delivered a message of Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei to Putin. Putin reiterated that Russia will do everything it can to benefit Iran and sent a message of safety to Mojtaba, who is reportedly badly wounded after US-Israeli strikes.
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07:30 pm Monday, 27 April 2026
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Iranian Foreign Minister Syed Abbas Araghchi on Monday met Russian President Vladimir Putin in St Petersburg. According to Iranian media, Araghchi delivered a message of Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei to Putin. Putin reiterated that Russia will do everything it can to benefit Iran and sent a message of safety to Mojtaba, who is reportedly badly wounded after US-Israeli strikes.
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07:30 pm Monday, 27 April 2026
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I don't like paparazzi when they jump at me out of nowhere: Preity
Actress Preity Zinta said on Monday that she doesn't like paparazzi following her around and jumping at her out of nowhere. Calling it "scary", she stated, "I’m absolutely ok with them at events...but when they show up outside my gym or hide outside my building, it’s a bit too much." She added, "I’m also human and...need to stay grounded."
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07:50 pm Monday, 27 April 2026
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Actress Preity Zinta said on Monday that she doesn't like paparazzi following her around and jumping at her out of nowhere. Calling it "scary", she stated, "I’m absolutely ok with them at events...but when they show up outside my gym or hide outside my building, it’s a bit too much." She added, "I’m also human and...need to stay grounded."
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EY, FICCI suggest GST cut on hotel rooms priced above ₹7,500 to 9%
A joint report by EY India and FICCI recommended cutting GST on premium hotel rooms priced above ₹7,500 per night from 18% to 9%. This would improve India's price competitiveness compared to countries such as Thailand and Vietnam and boost inbound tourism, the report stated. However, it suggested retaining the existing 5% GST for rooms priced between ₹1,000 and ₹7,500.
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07:45 pm Monday, 27 April 2026
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A joint report by EY India and FICCI recommended cutting GST on premium hotel rooms priced above ₹7,500 per night from 18% to 9%. This would improve India's price competitiveness compared to countries such as Thailand and Vietnam and boost inbound tourism, the report stated. However, it suggested retaining the existing 5% GST for rooms priced between ₹1,000 and ₹7,500.
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07:45 pm Monday, 27 April 2026
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DC record lowest-ever powerplay total in IPL history
Delhi Capitals (DC) on Monday recorded the lowest-ever powerplay total in the history of IPL. Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) restricted DC to 13/6 in six overs in their IPL 2026 match at Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. The previous lowest-ever powerplay total in IPL was recorded by SRH (14/3 against RR in 2022) and RR (14/2 against RCB in 2009).
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08:10 pm Monday, 27 April 2026
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Delhi Capitals (DC) on Monday recorded the lowest-ever powerplay total in the history of IPL. Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) restricted DC to 13/6 in six overs in their IPL 2026 match at Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. The previous lowest-ever powerplay total in IPL was recorded by SRH (14/3 against RR in 2022) and RR (14/2 against RCB in 2009).
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08:10 pm Monday, 27 April 2026
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Russian billionaire's ₹4,700-crore superyacht crosses blocked Strait of Hormuz
A ₹4,700-crore superyacht linked to Russian billionaire Alexey Mordashov crossed the blocked Strait of Hormuz on Saturday. The 142-meter yacht named Nord left a Dubai marina on Friday and arrived in Muscat early on Sunday, according to marine traffic data. It is not clear how the multi-deck superyacht gained permission to use the route.
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08:02 pm Monday, 27 April 2026
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A ₹4,700-crore superyacht linked to Russian billionaire Alexey Mordashov crossed the blocked Strait of Hormuz on Saturday. The 142-meter yacht named Nord left a Dubai marina on Friday and arrived in Muscat early on Sunday, according to marine traffic data. It is not clear how the multi-deck superyacht gained permission to use the route.
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08:02 pm Monday, 27 April 2026
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In a shake-up, OpenAI cancels Microsoft's exclusive access & Microsoft cancels revenue share
OpenAI and Microsoft announced a reworked partnership on Monday. Under it, Microsoft will not have exclusive access to OpenAI's models and products, thereby allowing the ChatGPT maker to serve rival platforms like Google and Amazon. Moreover, Microsoft won't pay a revenue share to OpenAI, but the latter will continue revenue share payments to the former through 2030 with a cap.
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08:26 pm Monday, 27 April 2026
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OpenAI and Microsoft announced a reworked partnership on Monday. Under it, Microsoft will not have exclusive access to OpenAI's models and products, thereby allowing the ChatGPT maker to serve rival platforms like Google and Amazon. Moreover, Microsoft won't pay a revenue share to OpenAI, but the latter will continue revenue share payments to the former through 2030 with a cap.
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08:26 pm Monday, 27 April 2026
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Melania Trump responds after comedian Jimmy Kimmel calls her 'expectant widow'
US First Lady Melania Trump has responded after comedian Jimmy Kimmel said, "Mrs Trump, you've a glow like an expectant widow." "Kimmel's hateful and violent rhetoric is intended to divide our country...Enough is enough," Melania wrote, calling him a "coward". "Kimmel hides behind ABC because he knows the network will keep running cover to protect him," she added.
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08:38 pm Monday, 27 April 2026
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US First Lady Melania Trump has responded after comedian Jimmy Kimmel said, "Mrs Trump, you've a glow like an expectant widow." "Kimmel's hateful and violent rhetoric is intended to divide our country...Enough is enough," Melania wrote, calling him a "coward". "Kimmel hides behind ABC because he knows the network will keep running cover to protect him," she added.
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Rain and thunderstorms likely in Delhi in next 2 hours
According to IMD, light rainfall accompanied by light thunderstorms is likely over parts of South East Delhi, East Delhi, Shahadra, Central Delhi, North East Delhi, South Delhi,
New Delhi, South West Delhi, West Delhi, North West Delhi, North Delhi, till 10:05 pm. IMD released a forecast at 7:05 pm. "Don't take shelter under trees," IMD said.
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08:31 pm Monday, 27 April 2026
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According to IMD, light rainfall accompanied by light thunderstorms is likely over parts of South East Delhi, East Delhi, Shahadra, Central Delhi, North East Delhi, South Delhi,
New Delhi, South West Delhi, West Delhi, North West Delhi, North Delhi, till 10:05 pm. IMD released a forecast at 7:05 pm. "Don't take shelter under trees," IMD said.
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08:31 pm Monday, 27 April 2026
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