No Gulf ports will be safe if Iran's ports threatened: Iran on US blockade plan

Ebrahim Zolfaghari, the spokesperson of Iran's Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, criticised US plans to impose a blockade on its ports. "If the security of the ports of...Iran is threatened, no port in the Persian Gulf or the Sea of Oman will remain safe," he said. "Security of ports...is either for everyone or for no one," he added.
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03:42 pm Monday, 13 April, 2026

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Chilla Border between Delhi & Noida reopens after hrs of protest-led traffic disruption

The Chilla Border, which connects East Delhi with Noida, has now been reopened, Delhi Traffic Police said. This comes after traffic was disrupted for hours by a massive protest by factory workers demanding better wages and working conditions, which also turned violent. Traffic Police had earlier advised commuters to use DND from Sarai Kale Khan or the NH-24-Kondli Bridge.
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03:39 pm Monday, 13 April, 2026

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No winners in a tariff war: China on Trump's 50% tariff threat over weapon supply to Iran

China has rejected reports claiming it's preparing to supply weapons to Iran amid the West Asia war, terming them "groundless smears and malicious associations". Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun also responded to US President Donald Trump's "staggering" 50% tariff if China is found to be doing so, saying, "There can be no winners in a tariff war."
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03:36 pm Monday, 13 April, 2026

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Ghanaian footballer shot dead in armed robbery attack on team bus

Berekum Chelsea's 20-year-old winger Dominic Frimpong has been killed during an armed robbery on his side's team bus, the country's football association said. The incident happened when the players were returning from a Ghana Premier League fixture against Samartex in Samreboi on Sunday. The robbers reportedly fired ​at the bus as it ​tried ‌to reverse, striking Frimpong in the head.
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03:33 pm Monday, 13 April, 2026

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Rahul Gandhi backs Khera over his clash with Assam CM, says 'Won't be intimidated'

Congress MP Rahul Gandhi on Monday took to X to back Congress leader Pawan Khera over his clash with Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma, saying, "We'll not be intimidated." Calling CM Himanta "most corrupt in the country", Rahul warned that "he will not escape the law." CM Himanta had warned that Assam Police will hunt Khera even from "paatal" (hell).
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03:56 pm Monday, 13 April, 2026

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15-20 men attack BCCL officials outside police station in Jharkhand, 16 booked

Around 15-20 men attacked two BCCL (Bharat Coking Coal Limited) officials outside the police station in Jharkhand's Dhanbad on April 10. The group of men allegedly chased and assaulted the officials while they were inspecting CCTV cameras that were being repeatedly damaged and were saved by CISF personnel. An FIR has been registered against 16 people after the incident.
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03:55 pm Monday, 13 April, 2026

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I don't want to get into a debate with ⁠Trump, I have no fear of him: Pope Leo

After US President Donald Trump criticised him for disagreeing on Iran war, Pope Leo XIV said he doesn't want to get into a debate with him, adding, "I've no fear of his administration." The first US-born Pope said he'll continue to speak loudly against war. "I think someone has to stand up and say there's a better way," he added.
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03:50 pm Monday, 13 April, 2026

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Who is Peter Magyar, Hungary's PM-elect who defeated Trump ally Orban?

Peter Magyar is set to become Hungary's new PM after defeating US President Donald Trump's ally Viktor Orban. The 45-year-old is a lawyer, diplomat and a former associate of Orban's Fidesz Party who handled EU affairs. He later broke from Fidesz following a major scandal and alleged corruption and abuse of power. He later took control of the Tisza party.
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03:49 pm Monday, 13 April, 2026

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Agra mayor calls Asha Bhosle 'Ghosle' & laughs when told about her demise; criticised

Agra Mayor Hemlata Diwakar Kushwah is being criticised after she referred to Asha Bhosle as 'Ghosle' and then laughed when informed of the legendary singer's demise. "Wo singer thi naa (She was a singer, no?)," Hemlata was heard as saying. After criticism, she shared an Instagram video, claiming that the clip going viral is fake and tampered with.
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News By: Shalini ojha
03:46 pm Monday, 13 April, 2026

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1st batch of made-in-Lucknow BrahMos missiles delivered to Army

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said the manufacturing of the BrahMos missile has begun in Lucknow, and the first batch of the missiles has been delivered to the Indian Army. "Safeguarding national interests requires coordinated efforts across all sections of society," Rajnath added. The missile can travel at speeds of up to 2.8 Mach and can hit multiple targets, News18 reported.
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04:14 pm Monday, 13 April, 2026

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Sensex ends 700 points lower, Nifty falls 208 points after US-Iran talks fail

BSE Sensex plunged 702 points on Monday to close at 76,847.57, while Nifty 50 index fell 208 points to close at 23,842.65. The fall comes as US-Iran peace talks failed in Islamabad and US threatened a blockade of Strait of Hormuz, leading to a spike in crude prices above $100/barrel. Auto and Oil and Gas indices were among top losers.
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News By: Garima Garg
04:10 pm Monday, 13 April, 2026

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We've enough oil for 3 months, can you endure?: Iran on US blockade plan

Iran reacted after US President Donald Trump announced a US Navy blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. "Iran has enough oil stored on tankers at sea to sell for three months...Are you sure that you and your allies can endure that period?" it said. Iran added that if its ports are threatened, no ports in the Gulf will be safe.
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News By: Girish Kumar Anshul
04:08 pm Monday, 13 April, 2026

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Job fears drove 44% of Gen Z to disrupt company AI plans: Survey

A recent report titled, "AI adoption in the enterprise" by AI agent firm Writer and Workplace Intelligence surveyed 2,400 knowledge workers across US, UK, Europe. It found that 29% of employees, including 44% of Gen Z, admitted to sabotaging their company's AI strategy amid job fears. Also, 76% of C-suite said employee sabotage poses serious threat to their company's future.
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04:04 pm Monday, 13 April, 2026

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PM Modi surprises newlyweds after coming to their wedding unannounced in Siliguri

PM Narendra Modi surprised a newlywed couple after coming to their wedding unannounced in West Bengal's Siliguri on Sunday. PM Modi was in the city for a rally ahead of the state elections. A viral video showed PM Modi greeting the guests and apologising for inconvenience to them due to strict security protocol during his stay at the same resort.
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News By: Arshiya Chopra
04:22 pm Monday, 13 April, 2026

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Iran mocks Trump, says 'Blocking the Strait is our job, not yours'

Iran's Embassy in Zimbabwe mocked US President Donald Trump after he announced a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz following the failure of peace talks with Iran. "Blocking the strait is our job...not yours," it said. Trump had earlier said the US would blockade ships entering or exiting Iranian ports from April 13 at 10:00 AM ET (7:30 PM IST).
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04:21 pm Monday, 13 April, 2026

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US giant GE Aerospace signs contract with IAF for Tejas jets, engines to be repaired in India

US giant GE Aerospace announced on Monday that it signed a contract with IAF to establish a depot facility in India for F404-IN20 engines that are used in Tejas fighter jets. "Once operational, the facility will eliminate the need to depend on the overseas repair centres, significantly improving turnaround times," it said. The facility will be owned by IAF.
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04:21 pm Monday, 13 April, 2026

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How did Haryana's recent wage hike lead to protests by Noida factory workers?

Protests by factory workers for wage hikes turned violent in parts of Noida on Monday. Recently, the Nayab Singh Saini-led Haryana government announced a 35% increase in minimum wages across all worker categories. Several protesters in Noida said the disparity in wages has become difficult to justify, especially as workers in neighbouring Haryana now earn more.
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News By: Pravel Jain
04:18 pm Monday, 13 April, 2026

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Artificial sweeteners may harm future generations: Study

A study warned that common artificial sweeteners like sucralose and stevia may alter gene expression and potentially raise diabetes risk in future generations. The research, published in Frontiers in Nutrition, was conducted on mice. It also revealed changes in the gut microbiome, with fewer beneficial compounds and, particularly with sucralose, more disease-causing bacteria in the mice's faeces.
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04:44 pm Monday, 13 April, 2026

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Factories tell us 'Don't come next time' if we're unwell: Noida worker amid protests

Factory worker Surender Kashyap, who is among the workers protesting in Noida, said factories tell workers not to come next time if they are unwell. "They set a target for 70 pieces an hour, and if we don’t supply, they humiliate us," Surender added. "For years, they've given a mere ₹320 hike...They force us to work at night," he stated.
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04:40 pm Monday, 13 April, 2026

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Workers protesting in Noida complain about LPG prices, ask 'How do we manage?'

Factory workers who protested in Noida on Monday complained about rising prices of LPG cylinders amid the West Asia war. "I earn ₹13,000, pay rent of ₹4,000...a gas cylinder now costs ₹400, how should we manage?" said one worker. "Now, we're getting a big cylinder for ₹5,000 on the black market...We're not getting cylinders," said another who earns ₹20,000.
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04:36 pm Monday, 13 April, 2026

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