Bengaluru Police introduce multilingual AI-enabled emergency helpline ‘Namma 112’
The Bengaluru City Police have introduced an AI-powered emergency response system called ‘Namma 112’. It uses multilingual voice AI, supporting Indian languages like Bengali, Gujarati, Odia, Manipuri, Kashmiri, Nepali, Assamese, and international languages like Spanish, French and Arabic. The system translates conversations in real time, which can help call handlers interpret critical information.
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The Bengaluru City Police have introduced an AI-powered emergency response system called ‘Namma 112’. It uses multilingual voice AI, supporting Indian languages like Bengali, Gujarati, Odia, Manipuri, Kashmiri, Nepali, Assamese, and international languages like Spanish, French and Arabic. The system translates conversations in real time, which can help call handlers interpret critical information.
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Indian rupee hits record closing low
The Indian rupee fell to a record closing low of 94.8450 against the US dollar on Wednesday as UAE's exit from OPEC pushed oil prices higher. The rupee restarted hitting record lows as effects of RBI's currency control measures faded and foreign investors continued selling. This comes as the Philippine peso and Indonesian rupiah also hit record lows on Wednesday.
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News By: Bhawana Chaudhary
04:40 pm Wednesday, 29 April 2026
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The Indian rupee fell to a record closing low of 94.8450 against the US dollar on Wednesday as UAE's exit from OPEC pushed oil prices higher. The rupee restarted hitting record lows as effects of RBI's currency control measures faded and foreign investors continued selling. This comes as the Philippine peso and Indonesian rupiah also hit record lows on Wednesday.
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Adhir praises central forces in WB, says 'They give security'
Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury praised development of CRPF in West Bengal and said it's impossible to "expect violence-free polling". "Central forces are giving...sense of security. People are turning out in large numbers," he stated. The second phase of voting is taking place today. Over 2.3 lakh personnel of central forces were deployed in Bengal before second phase of voting.
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News By: Bhuvnesh Ojha
04:39 pm Wednesday, 29 April 2026
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Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury praised development of CRPF in West Bengal and said it's impossible to "expect violence-free polling". "Central forces are giving...sense of security. People are turning out in large numbers," he stated. The second phase of voting is taking place today. Over 2.3 lakh personnel of central forces were deployed in Bengal before second phase of voting.
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Crude oil crosses $115 per barrel mark, highest since 2022
Brent crude futures climbed above $115/barrel on Wednesday, marking the highest level since June 2022. This comes as reports claimed US President Donald Trump has asked the US Navy to extend its blockade of Iranian ports, deepening fears of prolonged disruption in Strait of Hormuz. Brent has seen its eighth straight session of gains as concerns over global supply intensify.
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News By: Bhawana Chaudhary
04:59 pm Wednesday, 29 April 2026
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Brent crude futures climbed above $115/barrel on Wednesday, marking the highest level since June 2022. This comes as reports claimed US President Donald Trump has asked the US Navy to extend its blockade of Iranian ports, deepening fears of prolonged disruption in Strait of Hormuz. Brent has seen its eighth straight session of gains as concerns over global supply intensify.
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Why do ACs explode in summer and how to prevent them from catching fire?
Overuse of AC units during intense heat can lead to overheating, which may result in units exploding and catching fire. Other causes of fires include gas leaks, compressor failure, short circuit, blocked air filters or coils. To prevent this, people should avoid running ACs nonstop, service them regularly, use stabilisers, be cautious with turbo mode, and check for refrigerant leaks.
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News By: Dharini Mudgal
04:59 pm Wednesday, 29 April 2026
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Overuse of AC units during intense heat can lead to overheating, which may result in units exploding and catching fire. Other causes of fires include gas leaks, compressor failure, short circuit, blocked air filters or coils. To prevent this, people should avoid running ACs nonstop, service them regularly, use stabilisers, be cautious with turbo mode, and check for refrigerant leaks.
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How can a non-believer in North India claim right to entry in Sabarimala temple: SC
The Supreme Court on Wednesday questioned how a non-believer from North India can claim the right of entry to Sabarimala temple. The top court said that it has to examine whether a devotee or a non-devotee is claiming that right. It said this while hearing petitions related to discrimination against women at religious places.
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News By: Bhuvnesh Ojha
04:58 pm Wednesday, 29 April 2026
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The Supreme Court on Wednesday questioned how a non-believer from North India can claim the right of entry to Sabarimala temple. The top court said that it has to examine whether a devotee or a non-devotee is claiming that right. It said this while hearing petitions related to discrimination against women at religious places.
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Meta breached rules by failing to keep kids off platforms: EU
The EU has charged Meta for breaching its laws by failing to prevent children under 13 from accessing its platforms, Facebook and Instagram. The commission said Meta's measures to identify and remove children from its platforms were inadequate and that 10-12% of European children under 13 use them. "Terms and conditions should not be mere statements," EU tech chief said.
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News By: Anushka Singh
05:12 pm Wednesday, 29 April 2026
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The EU has charged Meta for breaching its laws by failing to prevent children under 13 from accessing its platforms, Facebook and Instagram. The commission said Meta's measures to identify and remove children from its platforms were inadequate and that 10-12% of European children under 13 use them. "Terms and conditions should not be mere statements," EU tech chief said.
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Resolve seen post 9/11 needed for defence of Ukraine: King Charles
UK King Charles said that "unyielding resolve" seen after 9/11 terrorist attack in the US is needed for "defense of Ukraine and her most courageous people" to secure a lasting peace. "I pray with all my heart that our alliance will continue to defend our shared values, with our partners in Europe and the Commonwealth...and across the world," he added.
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News By: Saurav Joshi
05:08 pm Wednesday, 29 April 2026
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UK King Charles said that "unyielding resolve" seen after 9/11 terrorist attack in the US is needed for "defense of Ukraine and her most courageous people" to secure a lasting peace. "I pray with all my heart that our alliance will continue to defend our shared values, with our partners in Europe and the Commonwealth...and across the world," he added.
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05:08 pm Wednesday, 29 April 2026
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PM Modi to stop in UAE for 3 hours before visiting European nations next month: Report
PM Narendra Modi will make a quick stopover in the UAE before he continues his journey to European nations from May 15-20, The Print reported. He will stay in the UAE for three hours and meet President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. Their meeting is likely to focus on Middle East war, and they could discuss ways to deepen ties.
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05:04 pm Wednesday, 29 April 2026
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PM Narendra Modi will make a quick stopover in the UAE before he continues his journey to European nations from May 15-20, The Print reported. He will stay in the UAE for three hours and meet President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. Their meeting is likely to focus on Middle East war, and they could discuss ways to deepen ties.
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Central forces told to use tear gas to disperse gatherings of over 4 people: WB BJP
During voting in West Bengal, BJP candidate Suvendu Adhikari said, "The Central Observer has ordered central forces to do whatever they want to disperse any gatherings of more than four people, including using tear gas and lathi charge." "Those who have cast their votes should go home," he added. Bengal recorded a voter turnout of 78.68% until 3 pm.
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News By: Garima Garg
05:29 pm Wednesday, 29 April 2026
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During voting in West Bengal, BJP candidate Suvendu Adhikari said, "The Central Observer has ordered central forces to do whatever they want to disperse any gatherings of more than four people, including using tear gas and lathi charge." "Those who have cast their votes should go home," he added. Bengal recorded a voter turnout of 78.68% until 3 pm.
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BJP wins Delhi MCD mayoral elections, Pravesh Wahi becomes Mayor
The BJP has won the Delhi MCD mayoral elections with its candidate Pravesh Wahi becoming the Mayor after securing 156 votes out of 165. Monika Pant was elected the Deputy Mayor. The results were announced after the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) opted not to contest, and Congress managed to win only nine votes. Wahi has been a three-time councillor.
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News By: Garima Garg
05:28 pm Wednesday, 29 April 2026
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The BJP has won the Delhi MCD mayoral elections with its candidate Pravesh Wahi becoming the Mayor after securing 156 votes out of 165. Monika Pant was elected the Deputy Mayor. The results were announced after the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) opted not to contest, and Congress managed to win only nine votes. Wahi has been a three-time councillor.
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Taiwan becomes world's 6th-largest stock market, overtakes Canada
Taiwan's stock market has overtaken Canada's to become the sixth largest in the world. The total market capitalisation of companies listed in Taiwan has surged over 35% this year to $4.47 trillion, while in Canada it rose about 5%, Bloomberg reported. Taiwan's rise is linked to the rapid growth of TSMC, which saw its market value rise to $1.8 trillion.
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05:23 pm Wednesday, 29 April 2026
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Taiwan's stock market has overtaken Canada's to become the sixth largest in the world. The total market capitalisation of companies listed in Taiwan has surged over 35% this year to $4.47 trillion, while in Canada it rose about 5%, Bloomberg reported. Taiwan's rise is linked to the rapid growth of TSMC, which saw its market value rise to $1.8 trillion.
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How will RBI's ECL norms affect account holders?
The RBI has released new Expected Credit Loss (ECL) guidelines for banks to shift from the current incurred-loss framework. Experts say that account holders will face a more conservative approach in lending, News18 reported. While the norms will improve risk prediction by banks, people with low credit history may find it more expensive to secure loans, the report said.
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05:44 pm Wednesday, 29 April 2026
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The RBI has released new Expected Credit Loss (ECL) guidelines for banks to shift from the current incurred-loss framework. Experts say that account holders will face a more conservative approach in lending, News18 reported. While the norms will improve risk prediction by banks, people with low credit history may find it more expensive to secure loans, the report said.
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Record for most goals scored in a CL semi-final match broken as PSG beat Bayern 5-4
PSG defeated Bayern 5-4 in the first leg of the Champions League (CL) semi-finals, taking total tally of goals scored in the match to nine. This also broke the record for most goals scored in a CL semi-final, made in the 2025 Barcelona-Inter Milan CL semi-final second leg. Bayern hadn't conceded five goals in a European match since April 1995.
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News By: Ishaan Mukherjee
05:37 pm Wednesday, 29 April 2026
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PSG defeated Bayern 5-4 in the first leg of the Champions League (CL) semi-finals, taking total tally of goals scored in the match to nine. This also broke the record for most goals scored in a CL semi-final, made in the 2025 Barcelona-Inter Milan CL semi-final second leg. Bayern hadn't conceded five goals in a European match since April 1995.
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05:37 pm Wednesday, 29 April 2026
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Rishabh Pant's ex Isha Negi shares cryptic post after being trolled for supporting PBKS
Content creator Isha Negi recently shared a video in which she was seen supporting Punjab Kings during IPL. After being trolled, Isha, who was earlier said to be dating LSG captain Rishabh Pant, shared a cryptic post which read, "Some facts don't need an audience." Earlier during IPL 2025 auction, Pant had expressed relief about not being bought by PBKS.
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News By: Daisy Mowke
05:35 pm Wednesday, 29 April 2026
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Content creator Isha Negi recently shared a video in which she was seen supporting Punjab Kings during IPL. After being trolled, Isha, who was earlier said to be dating LSG captain Rishabh Pant, shared a cryptic post which read, "Some facts don't need an audience." Earlier during IPL 2025 auction, Pant had expressed relief about not being bought by PBKS.
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05:35 pm Wednesday, 29 April 2026
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Russia to remain in OPEC+, says it respects UAE's decision to exit
Russia on Wednesday said it will remain in OPEC+ despite the UAE's decision to exit the alliance of oil producers. On the UAE's withdrawal, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said, "This is a sovereign decision...and we respect it." He added that Russia hopes OPEC+ will continue to operate, describing it as a "very important area of work" amid energy market turmoil.
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News By: Mansi Agarwal
05:58 pm Wednesday, 29 April 2026
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Russia on Wednesday said it will remain in OPEC+ despite the UAE's decision to exit the alliance of oil producers. On the UAE's withdrawal, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said, "This is a sovereign decision...and we respect it." He added that Russia hopes OPEC+ will continue to operate, describing it as a "very important area of work" amid energy market turmoil.
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21-yr-old dies at waterpark in Noida's GIP Mall, family alleges negligence
A 21-year-old man died in the waterpark of Noida's famous GIP mall on Tuesday, with his family alleging negligence by lifeguards. The deceased's brother said he started feeling uneasy while they were in the wave pool. He also alleged that the lifeguard didn't show any urgency to save the victim. "No one knew how to perform CPR," said another relative.
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06:28 pm Wednesday, 29 April 2026
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A 21-year-old man died in the waterpark of Noida's famous GIP mall on Tuesday, with his family alleging negligence by lifeguards. The deceased's brother said he started feeling uneasy while they were in the wave pool. He also alleged that the lifeguard didn't show any urgency to save the victim. "No one knew how to perform CPR," said another relative.
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Watermelon prices drop to ₹5/kg in Navi Mumbai after death of family of 4
Prices of watermelons have dropped to as low as ₹5 to ₹7/kg in Navi Mumbai after demand fell drastically due to deaths of a family of four after consuming the fruit. The fruit is usually sold at wholesale rates of ₹10-35 per kg, while the retail prices range between ₹30-100 per kg, reported NDTV. Traders are reporting heavy losses.
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News By: Bhawana Chaudhary
06:24 pm Wednesday, 29 April 2026
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Prices of watermelons have dropped to as low as ₹5 to ₹7/kg in Navi Mumbai after demand fell drastically due to deaths of a family of four after consuming the fruit. The fruit is usually sold at wholesale rates of ₹10-35 per kg, while the retail prices range between ₹30-100 per kg, reported NDTV. Traders are reporting heavy losses.
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06:24 pm Wednesday, 29 April 2026
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Bengal records 89.99% voter turnout till 5 pm in phase 2 polling, crosses 2021 record of 80.4%
West Bengal recorded a voter turnout of 89.99% till 5 pm in the second phase of voting, surpassing the 80.4% turnout recorded for the same 142 seats in the 2021 Assembly polls. With an hour still left before polling stations close, officials said the figure could rise further. In the first phase, the state recorded a voter turnout of 93.19%.
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News By: Girish Kumar Anshul
06:21 pm Wednesday, 29 April 2026
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West Bengal recorded a voter turnout of 89.99% till 5 pm in the second phase of voting, surpassing the 80.4% turnout recorded for the same 142 seats in the 2021 Assembly polls. With an hour still left before polling stations close, officials said the figure could rise further. In the first phase, the state recorded a voter turnout of 93.19%.
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06:21 pm Wednesday, 29 April 2026
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8th Pay Commission extends memorandum submission deadline to May 31
The 8th Central Pay Commission has extended the deadline for memorandum submission from April 30 to May 31. This comes a day after the National Council-Joint Consultative Machinery requested an extension. The Commission said submissions must be made through the specified online link, adding that paper-based memoranda, PDFs and emails will not be accepted.
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News By: Mansi Agarwal
06:37 pm Wednesday, 29 April 2026
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The 8th Central Pay Commission has extended the deadline for memorandum submission from April 30 to May 31. This comes a day after the National Council-Joint Consultative Machinery requested an extension. The Commission said submissions must be made through the specified online link, adding that paper-based memoranda, PDFs and emails will not be accepted.
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