Pakistan bans Israeli media from covering US-Iran peace talks
Pakistan has banned Israeli media from covering the peace talks between US and Iran in Islamabad, according to reports. Previously, Israel called Pakistan a terrorist state and accused it of not being neutral arbiter for peace after Pakistani Defence Minister Khawaja Asif shared a post calling Israel "cancerous" and "evil". Asif, however, deleted the post later.
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Pakistan has banned Israeli media from covering the peace talks between US and Iran in Islamabad, according to reports. Previously, Israel called Pakistan a terrorist state and accused it of not being neutral arbiter for peace after Pakistani Defence Minister Khawaja Asif shared a post calling Israel "cancerous" and "evil". Asif, however, deleted the post later.
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188-year-old tree shows signs of life after transplant in Maha
Nearly four months after its relocation, a 188-year-old banyan tree transplanted from Pachpaoli to Gorewada Biodiversity Park in Maharashtra's Nagpur is showing strong signs of life, with fresh foliage. The 42-foot-tall tree was shifted in November 2025 after a PIL intervened to prevent its felling for a proposed NMC e-library project. Union Minister Nitin Gadkari called it a "historic feat".
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Nearly four months after its relocation, a 188-year-old banyan tree transplanted from Pachpaoli to Gorewada Biodiversity Park in Maharashtra's Nagpur is showing strong signs of life, with fresh foliage. The 42-foot-tall tree was shifted in November 2025 after a PIL intervened to prevent its felling for a proposed NMC e-library project. Union Minister Nitin Gadkari called it a "historic feat".
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5 Pak F-16s escort JD Vance to Islamabad ahead of talks with Iran
Multiple Pakistani F-16 fighter jets escorted the aircraft carrying US Vice President JD Vance to Islamabad for scheduled peace talks with Iran. A video showed five F-16s escorting the US Air Force's Boeing C-32A in Pakistani airspace before it landed at Nur Khan Airbase. Vance was accompanied by Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner.
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01:48 pm Saturday, 11 April, 2026
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Multiple Pakistani F-16 fighter jets escorted the aircraft carrying US Vice President JD Vance to Islamabad for scheduled peace talks with Iran. A video showed five F-16s escorting the US Air Force's Boeing C-32A in Pakistani airspace before it landed at Nur Khan Airbase. Vance was accompanied by Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner.
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Right to vote is not a fundamental right: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court has reiterated that right to vote and right to contest elections aren't fundamental rights but statutory rights. "While the right to vote enables a member to exercise franchise in accordance with the statutory scheme, the right to contest an election...is a distinct and additional right which may legitimately be made subject to...qualifications, eligibility conditions," it added.
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02:05 pm Saturday, 11 April, 2026
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The Supreme Court has reiterated that right to vote and right to contest elections aren't fundamental rights but statutory rights. "While the right to vote enables a member to exercise franchise in accordance with the statutory scheme, the right to contest an election...is a distinct and additional right which may legitimately be made subject to...qualifications, eligibility conditions," it added.
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How much money will Delhi govt give to buy electric 2-wheelers under EV draft policy?
Under its EV draft policy, the Delhi government has proposed an incentive of βΉ10,000/kWh (maximum βΉ30,000) to buy electric two-wheelers under βΉ2.25 lakh in the first year after the policy's notification. Buyers will get βΉ6,600/kWh (max βΉ20,000) for buying electric two-wheelers in the second year and βΉ3,300/kWh (max βΉ10,000) in the third year. Incentives have also been announced for e-auto.
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02:23 pm Saturday, 11 April, 2026
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Under its EV draft policy, the Delhi government has proposed an incentive of βΉ10,000/kWh (maximum βΉ30,000) to buy electric two-wheelers under βΉ2.25 lakh in the first year after the policy's notification. Buyers will get βΉ6,600/kWh (max βΉ20,000) for buying electric two-wheelers in the second year and βΉ3,300/kWh (max βΉ10,000) in the third year. Incentives have also been announced for e-auto.
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French govt to replace Windows with Linux
France's Interministerial Directorate for Digital Affairs has announced plans to exit Windows in favour of Linux-based workstations. The move is part of efforts to "regain control" of the country's "digital destiny" by reducing reliance on US tech companies, Minister David Amiel said. Earlier, France had also announced plans to phase out US video conferencing tools.
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02:21 pm Saturday, 11 April, 2026
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France's Interministerial Directorate for Digital Affairs has announced plans to exit Windows in favour of Linux-based workstations. The move is part of efforts to "regain control" of the country's "digital destiny" by reducing reliance on US tech companies, Minister David Amiel said. Earlier, France had also announced plans to phase out US video conferencing tools.
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India demonstrates 1,000-km quantum communication network
India has demonstrated a 1,000-km quantum communication network under the National Quantum Mission, one of the longest such deployments globally. India achieved it in under two years of the mission's October 2024 launch. Built using indigenous technology by Bengaluru-based startup QNu Labs, the network uses Quantum Key Distribution to make interception immediately detectable.
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02:17 pm Saturday, 11 April, 2026
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India has demonstrated a 1,000-km quantum communication network under the National Quantum Mission, one of the longest such deployments globally. India achieved it in under two years of the mission's October 2024 launch. Built using indigenous technology by Bengaluru-based startup QNu Labs, the network uses Quantum Key Distribution to make interception immediately detectable.
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Maharashtra makes Marathi mandatory for all auto, taxi drivers
The Maharashtra government has made Marathi mandatory for all auto and taxi drivers in the state, who must now know how to read, write, and speak basic Marathi. Drivers will have to take an assessment at RTOs, which includes writing a short paragraph and an oral evaluation. Those who fail the test may face suspension of their licences and permits.
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02:42 pm Saturday, 11 April, 2026
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The Maharashtra government has made Marathi mandatory for all auto and taxi drivers in the state, who must now know how to read, write, and speak basic Marathi. Drivers will have to take an assessment at RTOs, which includes writing a short paragraph and an oral evaluation. Those who fail the test may face suspension of their licences and permits.
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We are going for peace talks with US with complete distrust: Iran
Before heading for peace talks with US in Pakistan, Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi told his German counterpart, "We are going for peace talks with US with complete distrust." Araghchi said that this was due to repeated breaches of trust and betrayal by the US. The Iranian delegation is being led by Parliament Speaker Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf.
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02:41 pm Saturday, 11 April, 2026
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Before heading for peace talks with US in Pakistan, Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi told his German counterpart, "We are going for peace talks with US with complete distrust." Araghchi said that this was due to repeated breaches of trust and betrayal by the US. The Iranian delegation is being led by Parliament Speaker Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf.
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I'm a flawed person in centre of complex situation: Altman after attack
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman penned a blog after his residence was attacked with a Molotov cocktail. "I am a flawed person in the centre of an exceptionally complex situation, trying to get a little better each year," Altman wrote. "I have made many...mistakes throughout the insane trajectory of OpenAIβ¦I am sorry to people Iβve hurt," he added.
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02:56 pm Saturday, 11 April, 2026
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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman penned a blog after his residence was attacked with a Molotov cocktail. "I am a flawed person in the centre of an exceptionally complex situation, trying to get a little better each year," Altman wrote. "I have made many...mistakes throughout the insane trajectory of OpenAIβ¦I am sorry to people Iβve hurt," he added.
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Mojtaba Khamenei's face disfigured, legs injured but remains mentally sharp: Report
Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is still recovering from severe facial and leg injuries suffered in the airstrike that killed his father, Reuters said citing people close to his inner circle. Khamenei's face was disfigured in the attack and he suffered a significant injury to one or both legs, the report added. However, he reportedly remains mentally sharp.
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03:05 pm Saturday, 11 April, 2026
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Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is still recovering from severe facial and leg injuries suffered in the airstrike that killed his father, Reuters said citing people close to his inner circle. Khamenei's face was disfigured in the attack and he suffered a significant injury to one or both legs, the report added. However, he reportedly remains mentally sharp.
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Man who attacked Sam Altman's home threatened to burn down OpenAI headquarters
A 20-year-old man who allegedly threw a Molotov cocktail at OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's San Francisco home also threatened to "burn down" the AI company's headquarters. The suspect fled after the attack around 4 am but was detained about an hour later at the office. The Molotov attack set the house's exterior gate on fire.
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03:03 pm Saturday, 11 April, 2026
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A 20-year-old man who allegedly threw a Molotov cocktail at OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's San Francisco home also threatened to "burn down" the AI company's headquarters. The suspect fled after the attack around 4 am but was detained about an hour later at the office. The Molotov attack set the house's exterior gate on fire.
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Why did Pak army chief meet US VP Vance in suit but Iranian leaders in military gear?
Pakistan army chief Asim Munir received Iranian delegation for peace talks in Islamabad in his military gear, but later he received the US delegation led by US Vice President JD Vance in suit. Analysts said Munir attempted to project his image as more statesmanlike and diplomatic to US delegates in suit while he tried to project institutional authority in uniform.
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03:26 pm Saturday, 11 April, 2026
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Pakistan army chief Asim Munir received Iranian delegation for peace talks in Islamabad in his military gear, but later he received the US delegation led by US Vice President JD Vance in suit. Analysts said Munir attempted to project his image as more statesmanlike and diplomatic to US delegates in suit while he tried to project institutional authority in uniform.
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Alka expels Congress leader, she says 'I quit yesterday, show ego to boyfriend Venugopal'
President of All India Mahila Congress Alka Lamba ordered removal of Hzeena Syed as President of the Tamil Nadu Pradesh Mahila Congress, citing "anti-party" activities. Reacting to the announcement, Syed said, "Do you have any common sense? I have already resigned yesterday." "Go and show your ego to your boyfriend KC Venugopal," she added while accusing Alka of harassing her.
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03:25 pm Saturday, 11 April, 2026
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President of All India Mahila Congress Alka Lamba ordered removal of Hzeena Syed as President of the Tamil Nadu Pradesh Mahila Congress, citing "anti-party" activities. Reacting to the announcement, Syed said, "Do you have any common sense? I have already resigned yesterday." "Go and show your ego to your boyfriend KC Venugopal," she added while accusing Alka of harassing her.
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18 unique wild species utilise underpass on Delhi-Dehradun E-way
A joint study by the NHAI and the Wildlife Institute of India found that wildlife mitigation measures along the Delhi-Dehradun Economic Corridor are highly effective. Conducted on the 18-km Ganeshpur-Asharodi section, the study recorded 40,444 images. It documented 18 unique wild species, including various carnivores, herbivores, ungulates, pheasants, and primates, utilising the underpass.
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03:20 pm Saturday, 11 April, 2026
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A joint study by the NHAI and the Wildlife Institute of India found that wildlife mitigation measures along the Delhi-Dehradun Economic Corridor are highly effective. Conducted on the 18-km Ganeshpur-Asharodi section, the study recorded 40,444 images. It documented 18 unique wild species, including various carnivores, herbivores, ungulates, pheasants, and primates, utilising the underpass.
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Hawaii's Kilauea volcano erupts, sends lava 625 ft into air
Hawaii's Kilauea, the world's most active volcano, erupted on April 9, sending massive lava fountains nearly 625 feet into the air, according to the United States Geological Survey. It has been erupting on and off since December 2024, with the latest eruption marking the 44th episode. The volcanic material spread across the surrounding areas, raising concerns about air quality.
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03:18 pm Saturday, 11 April, 2026
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Hawaii's Kilauea, the world's most active volcano, erupted on April 9, sending massive lava fountains nearly 625 feet into the air, according to the United States Geological Survey. It has been erupting on and off since December 2024, with the latest eruption marking the 44th episode. The volcanic material spread across the surrounding areas, raising concerns about air quality.
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Ranveer Singh visits RSS headquarters, meets chief Mohan Bhagwat amid 'Dhurandhar 2' success
Actor Ranveer Singh, whose recent release 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge' has neared βΉ1,700 crore globally, visited the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) headquarters in Nagpur on Saturday. He met RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat and stayed at the RSS headquarters for around 1.5 hours, according to reports. He also visited the memorial of RSS founder Keshav Baliram Hedgewar during the visit.
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03:16 pm Saturday, 11 April, 2026
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Actor Ranveer Singh, whose recent release 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge' has neared βΉ1,700 crore globally, visited the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) headquarters in Nagpur on Saturday. He met RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat and stayed at the RSS headquarters for around 1.5 hours, according to reports. He also visited the memorial of RSS founder Keshav Baliram Hedgewar during the visit.
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DJ, farmer & MBA graduate among 11 held for spying on Indian military sites
A DJ (disc jockey), a farmer and an MBA graduate are among the 11 people who were arrested by the Delhi Police for spying on Indian military sites. Gurjeet Singh, a Punjabi farmer, and Salwinder Singh, a DJ, allegedly shared images and videos of critical military sites with Pakistan's ISI. The men were paid βΉ15,000β20,000 per month for the task.
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03:40 pm Saturday, 11 April, 2026
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A DJ (disc jockey), a farmer and an MBA graduate are among the 11 people who were arrested by the Delhi Police for spying on Indian military sites. Gurjeet Singh, a Punjabi farmer, and Salwinder Singh, a DJ, allegedly shared images and videos of critical military sites with Pakistan's ISI. The men were paid βΉ15,000β20,000 per month for the task.
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US agrees to unfreeze $6 billion of Iranian funds: Report
US has agreed to release Iranian frozen assets held in Qatar and other foreign banks, Reuters reported quoting a senior Iranian source. Unfreezing the assets was "directly linked to ensuring safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz", which is expected to be βa key issue in the talks, the report added. The value of the assets is reportedly $6 billion.
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03:37 pm Saturday, 11 April, 2026
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US has agreed to release Iranian frozen assets held in Qatar and other foreign banks, Reuters reported quoting a senior Iranian source. Unfreezing the assets was "directly linked to ensuring safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz", which is expected to be βa key issue in the talks, the report added. The value of the assets is reportedly $6 billion.
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Foolish idea: Congress on Maharashtra mandating Marathi for auto drivers
Congress MLA Nana Patole on Saturday slammed the Maharashtra government's move to make Marathi mandatory for all auto and taxi drivers in the state, calling it "nothing but a foolish idea". Patole said this was an "attempt to break Maharashtra based on language and destroy its heritage." Samajwadi Party leader Abu Asim Azmi also slammed the state governmemt's decision.
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03:53 pm Saturday, 11 April, 2026
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Congress MLA Nana Patole on Saturday slammed the Maharashtra government's move to make Marathi mandatory for all auto and taxi drivers in the state, calling it "nothing but a foolish idea". Patole said this was an "attempt to break Maharashtra based on language and destroy its heritage." Samajwadi Party leader Abu Asim Azmi also slammed the state governmemt's decision.
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