What is TEE-01B, Chinese satellite Iran used to track US bases?
China-built satellite TEE-01B, used by Iran to monitor US bases in Middle East, was developed by Earth Eye Co under "in-orbit delivery" model, in which satellite launched from China is transferred to overseas customer after reaching orbit. With roughly half-metre resolution, it offers far sharper imagery than Iran's low-resolution Noor-series satellites, allowing Iran to track aircraft & vehicles.
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China-built satellite TEE-01B, used by Iran to monitor US bases in Middle East, was developed by Earth Eye Co under "in-orbit delivery" model, in which satellite launched from China is transferred to overseas customer after reaching orbit. With roughly half-metre resolution, it offers far sharper imagery than Iran's low-resolution Noor-series satellites, allowing Iran to track aircraft & vehicles.
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Bread and rice can cause weight gain in hidden ways, warns new study
Scientists found carbs like bread and rice may cause weight gain even without extra calories. In a study, mice preferred carbs and gained more fat despite similar intake. This was due to reduced energy burning and metabolic changes, including higher fat production. The findings suggested weight gain isn't just about overeating, but how foods affect metabolism.
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04:47 pm Wednesday, 15 April, 2026
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Scientists found carbs like bread and rice may cause weight gain even without extra calories. In a study, mice preferred carbs and gained more fat despite similar intake. This was due to reduced energy burning and metabolic changes, including higher fat production. The findings suggested weight gain isn't just about overeating, but how foods affect metabolism.
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Pakistan to cut power supply for 2 hours daily after 15-hour daily outages
Amid severe energy crisis triggered by US-Iran war, Pakistani government has announced the suspension of electricity supply for two hours every evening. This comes after residents across several regions of Pakistan reported electricity outages lasting up to 15 hours a day. Earlier, Pakistan's National Electric Power Regulatory Authority announced a hike in electricity tariffs by PKR 1.42/unit.
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05:13 pm Wednesday, 15 April, 2026
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Amid severe energy crisis triggered by US-Iran war, Pakistani government has announced the suspension of electricity supply for two hours every evening. This comes after residents across several regions of Pakistan reported electricity outages lasting up to 15 hours a day. Earlier, Pakistan's National Electric Power Regulatory Authority announced a hike in electricity tariffs by PKR 1.42/unit.
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How did West Bengal's economy change from 1960 to 2024?
West Bengal's share in national GDP was the third-largest at 10.5% in 1960-61, but it dipped drastically and was only 5.6% in 2023-24, a paper by EAC-PM shows. Similarly, its per capita income, which was above national average in 1960-61 at 127.5%, declined to 83.7% in 2023-24. The paper said even Odisha, seen as laggard, improved in last 20 years.
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05:12 pm Wednesday, 15 April, 2026
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West Bengal's share in national GDP was the third-largest at 10.5% in 1960-61, but it dipped drastically and was only 5.6% in 2023-24, a paper by EAC-PM shows. Similarly, its per capita income, which was above national average in 1960-61 at 127.5%, declined to 83.7% in 2023-24. The paper said even Odisha, seen as laggard, improved in last 20 years.
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Indian Railways carried 741 cr passengers in 2025-26, had revenue of ₹80,000 cr: Govt
The Indian Railways has electrified 99.6% of its broad gauge network and operates about 25,000 trains daily, the government said on Wednesday. The Railways carried 741 crore passengers in 2025–26, with total revenue reaching ₹80,000 crore. As much as 69,873 route kilometres have been electrified as of March 2026, up from 21,801 km in 2014, the government added.
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The Indian Railways has electrified 99.6% of its broad gauge network and operates about 25,000 trains daily, the government said on Wednesday. The Railways carried 741 crore passengers in 2025–26, with total revenue reaching ₹80,000 crore. As much as 69,873 route kilometres have been electrified as of March 2026, up from 21,801 km in 2014, the government added.
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TCS sexual abuse racket accused used WhatsApp to discuss 'targets' & radical ideas: Report
The accused in the TCS sexual abuse and conversion racket used WhatsApp groups to discuss colleagues, identify their 'targets' and plan actions, reports claimed. They discussed radical religious subjects and the company's internal politics. A Malaysia-linked preacher named Imran also appeared in the WhatsApp chats of the accused, with investigators now working to recover deleted chats.
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05:04 pm Wednesday, 15 April, 2026
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The accused in the TCS sexual abuse and conversion racket used WhatsApp groups to discuss colleagues, identify their 'targets' and plan actions, reports claimed. They discussed radical religious subjects and the company's internal politics. A Malaysia-linked preacher named Imran also appeared in the WhatsApp chats of the accused, with investigators now working to recover deleted chats.
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Snapchat to lay off 1,000 employees
Snapchat parent Snap has announced its decision to lay off around 1,000 employees, including 16% of its full-time staff. The move includes the closure of more than 300 open roles. In a memo to employees, CEO Evan Spiegel said rapid advancements in AI are allowing the company to streamline operations, reduce repetitive work and operate with smaller teams.
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05:22 pm Wednesday, 15 April, 2026
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Snapchat parent Snap has announced its decision to lay off around 1,000 employees, including 16% of its full-time staff. The move includes the closure of more than 300 open roles. In a memo to employees, CEO Evan Spiegel said rapid advancements in AI are allowing the company to streamline operations, reduce repetitive work and operate with smaller teams.
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05:22 pm Wednesday, 15 April, 2026
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CBSE Class 10 board results out, 93.70% students pass as girls outperform boys
The CBSE announced Class 10 board examination results on Wednesday, with the overall pass percentage at 93.70%. Girls outperformed boys, recording a pass percentage of 94.99% against 92.69% for boys. Around 24.7 lakh students had appeared for the exams, conducted from February 17 to March 11. The results can be checked at https://results.cbse.nic.in/ and other platforms, including DigiLocker.
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05:17 pm Wednesday, 15 April, 2026
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The CBSE announced Class 10 board examination results on Wednesday, with the overall pass percentage at 93.70%. Girls outperformed boys, recording a pass percentage of 94.99% against 92.69% for boys. Around 24.7 lakh students had appeared for the exams, conducted from February 17 to March 11. The results can be checked at https://results.cbse.nic.in/ and other platforms, including DigiLocker.
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We'll recover every cent that TMC has stolen: Amit Shah at rally
Addressing a poll rally in West Bengal's Uttar Dinajpur, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said, "[PM] Modi ruled Gujarat for 12 years and is at the helm in...Centre for another 12; yet no corruption charge." "Vote...BJP to power in Bengal, and we will recover each and every cent that TMC leaders have stolen from people, along with interest," Shah added.
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05:16 pm Wednesday, 15 April, 2026
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Addressing a poll rally in West Bengal's Uttar Dinajpur, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said, "[PM] Modi ruled Gujarat for 12 years and is at the helm in...Centre for another 12; yet no corruption charge." "Vote...BJP to power in Bengal, and we will recover each and every cent that TMC leaders have stolen from people, along with interest," Shah added.
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US VP Vance heckled over comments on Pope, protester says 'Jesus doesn't support genocide'
US Vice President JD Vance was heckled at an event over his remarks against Pope Leo XIV for criticising Iran war. "I like that Pope is an advocate for peace...but how can you say God is never on the side of those who wield the sword?" said Vance. Reacting to this, a protester shouted, "Jesus Christ does not support genocide."
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US Vice President JD Vance was heckled at an event over his remarks against Pope Leo XIV for criticising Iran war. "I like that Pope is an advocate for peace...but how can you say God is never on the side of those who wield the sword?" said Vance. Reacting to this, a protester shouted, "Jesus Christ does not support genocide."
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Europe drafts post-war Strait of Hormuz plan without US: Report
Amid US blockade on Iranian ports, European nations are planning a coalition to secure shipping in the Strait of Hormuz after the war, reports said. The proposal reportedly includes mine-clearing and naval deployments. French President Emmanuel Macron reportedly said "belligerent" nations, including the US, Israel and Iran, would be excluded from proposed post-war international defensive mission.
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05:41 pm Wednesday, 15 April, 2026
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Amid US blockade on Iranian ports, European nations are planning a coalition to secure shipping in the Strait of Hormuz after the war, reports said. The proposal reportedly includes mine-clearing and naval deployments. French President Emmanuel Macron reportedly said "belligerent" nations, including the US, Israel and Iran, would be excluded from proposed post-war international defensive mission.
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Delimitation to increase share of all states by 50%: Report amid southern states' opposition
After the governments of southern states claimed that they would face disadvantages after the delimitation exercise, government sources told News18 that shares of all states will rise uniformly by 50%. "The same proportion that exists today will be maintained...The 2011 population will not be the binding factor," they added. The government proposed rising Lok Sabha seats to 850 from 543.
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After the governments of southern states claimed that they would face disadvantages after the delimitation exercise, government sources told News18 that shares of all states will rise uniformly by 50%. "The same proportion that exists today will be maintained...The 2011 population will not be the binding factor," they added. The government proposed rising Lok Sabha seats to 850 from 543.
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China's Xi will give me a big, fat hug: Trump
In a Truth Social post, US President Donald Trump said that China will not provide weapons to Iran. "President Xi will give me a big, fat hug when I get there in a few weeks...We are working together smartly and very well! Doesn't that beat fighting???," he wrote. In the same post, he said US would permanently open Hormuz Strait.
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In a Truth Social post, US President Donald Trump said that China will not provide weapons to Iran. "President Xi will give me a big, fat hug when I get there in a few weeks...We are working together smartly and very well! Doesn't that beat fighting???," he wrote. In the same post, he said US would permanently open Hormuz Strait.
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LPG supply hit by Middle East war may take 3-4 years to restore: Report
Restoring global LPG supply chains disrupted by Middle East tensions could take 3-4 years, as the extent of the damage remains unclear, Moneycontrol reported, citing a government official. It is uncertain whether production has been temporarily halted or permanently damaged. India, which relies heavily on the region for LPG supplies, faces high risks and cost pressures.
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06:05 pm Wednesday, 15 April, 2026
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Restoring global LPG supply chains disrupted by Middle East tensions could take 3-4 years, as the extent of the damage remains unclear, Moneycontrol reported, citing a government official. It is uncertain whether production has been temporarily halted or permanently damaged. India, which relies heavily on the region for LPG supplies, faces high risks and cost pressures.
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06:05 pm Wednesday, 15 April, 2026
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N Korea showing very serious increase in ability to produce nuclear weapons: IAEA
North Korea is showing "very serious increase" in ability to produce nuclear weapons, International Atomic Energy Agency head Rafael Grossi said, pointing to surge in operations across country's nuclear facilities. A "rapid increase in operations" was observed at Yongbyon nuclear complex, he added. North Korea had claimed parts of complex were decommissioned. However, it was reactivated in 2021.
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06:27 pm Wednesday, 15 April, 2026
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North Korea is showing "very serious increase" in ability to produce nuclear weapons, International Atomic Energy Agency head Rafael Grossi said, pointing to surge in operations across country's nuclear facilities. A "rapid increase in operations" was observed at Yongbyon nuclear complex, he added. North Korea had claimed parts of complex were decommissioned. However, it was reactivated in 2021.
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I was like a dead body, recorded apology 9 times: Samay Raina on Latent row
Comedian Samay Raina said he was like a "dead body" during the controversy surrounding his show 'India's Got Latent'. "Just depersonalised, detached from the world...I was just crying all the time," he said. During Vaibhav Munjal's podcast, Samay said he was told to record an apology like Ranveer Allahbadia. Sharing those recordings, he said, "I recorded that apology nine times."
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06:24 pm Wednesday, 15 April, 2026
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Comedian Samay Raina said he was like a "dead body" during the controversy surrounding his show 'India's Got Latent'. "Just depersonalised, detached from the world...I was just crying all the time," he said. During Vaibhav Munjal's podcast, Samay said he was told to record an apology like Ranveer Allahbadia. Sharing those recordings, he said, "I recorded that apology nine times."
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Speculations about ending liquor ban in Bihar intensify as BJP's Samrat Choudhary becomes CM
After BJP's Samrat Choudhary became Bihar CM, ending a long rule of Nitish Kumar, speculations about whether Bihar will end liquor ban intensified. "Liquor ban should be removed...The current 'nisha-paani' (dry intoxication)...is worse," said gangster-turned-JD(U) MLA Anant Singh. Earlier this year, Samrat claimed that banning alcohol is causing a loss of ₹28,000-30,000 crore every year in Bihar.
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After BJP's Samrat Choudhary became Bihar CM, ending a long rule of Nitish Kumar, speculations about whether Bihar will end liquor ban intensified. "Liquor ban should be removed...The current 'nisha-paani' (dry intoxication)...is worse," said gangster-turned-JD(U) MLA Anant Singh. Earlier this year, Samrat claimed that banning alcohol is causing a loss of ₹28,000-30,000 crore every year in Bihar.
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CM Samrat Choudhary keeps 29 depts in new Bihar Cabinet, including Home Ministry
After becoming the first BJP CM of Bihar, Samrat Choudhary allocated portfolios in the state cabinet. He kept 29 departments, including Home Affairs, Law department, and Cabinet Secretariat. Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Chaudhary was assigned 10 portfolios which include Education and Transport, while Deputy CM Bijendra Prasad Yadav received eight, including Energy and Finance.
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06:44 pm Wednesday, 15 April, 2026
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After becoming the first BJP CM of Bihar, Samrat Choudhary allocated portfolios in the state cabinet. He kept 29 departments, including Home Affairs, Law department, and Cabinet Secretariat. Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Chaudhary was assigned 10 portfolios which include Education and Transport, while Deputy CM Bijendra Prasad Yadav received eight, including Energy and Finance.
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India's unemployment rate jumps to 5-month high in March
India's overall unemployment rate among persons aged 15 and above rose to a five-month high of 5.1% in March, according to the latest government data. The increase was mainly driven by urban unemployment, which rose to 6.8% in March from 6.6% in February. The female unemployment rate stood at 5.3%, compared with 5% for men.
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06:35 pm Wednesday, 15 April, 2026
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India's overall unemployment rate among persons aged 15 and above rose to a five-month high of 5.1% in March, according to the latest government data. The increase was mainly driven by urban unemployment, which rose to 6.8% in March from 6.6% in February. The female unemployment rate stood at 5.3%, compared with 5% for men.
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We support women's quota but will oppose delimitation Bill: Kharge
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, while addressing the media after an all-party opposition meet, said, "We support the Women's Reservation Bill, but the way this government has brought it is politically motivated." "We are not against Women's Reservation. We are against the government's attempt to link it to an unclear census and a future delimitation process," he added.
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06:58 pm Wednesday, 15 April, 2026
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Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, while addressing the media after an all-party opposition meet, said, "We support the Women's Reservation Bill, but the way this government has brought it is politically motivated." "We are not against Women's Reservation. We are against the government's attempt to link it to an unclear census and a future delimitation process," he added.
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