Massive explosion at firecracker factory in Tamil Nadu, 16 killed, 6 injured
At least 16 people have died and six others are injured after a massive explosion took place at a firecracker factory in Tamil Nadu's Virudhunagar on Sunday, ANI reported, citing the fire and rescue department. Visuals of the blast showing a plume of smoke rising into the sky and officials trying to douse the blaze have surfaced online.
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At least 16 people have died and six others are injured after a massive explosion took place at a firecracker factory in Tamil Nadu's Virudhunagar on Sunday, ANI reported, citing the fire and rescue department. Visuals of the blast showing a plume of smoke rising into the sky and officials trying to douse the blaze have surfaced online.
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Aiden Markram bowls most expensive over of IPL 2026
LSG's Aiden Markram bowled the most expensive over of IPL 2026 on Sunday. The 31-year-old conceded 32 runs in his first over against PBKS. He gave away five sixes, conceded a wide and a single in the over. PBKS' Cooper Connolly slammed three sixes, while Priyansh Arya slammed two sixes in the over.
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08:41 pm Sunday, 19 April 2026
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LSG's Aiden Markram bowled the most expensive over of IPL 2026 on Sunday. The 31-year-old conceded 32 runs in his first over against PBKS. He gave away five sixes, conceded a wide and a single in the over. PBKS' Cooper Connolly slammed three sixes, while Priyansh Arya slammed two sixes in the over.
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Iran loses over ₹4,600 crore/day by blocking Strait of Hormuz, US loses nothing: Trump
US President Donald Trump has claimed Iran loses $500 million (over ₹4,600 crore) daily from the Strait of Hormuz closure, while US "loses nothing". "In fact, many ships are headed, right now, to the US...to load up, compliments of the IRGC, always wanting to be 'the tough guy!'" he added. Iran had closed the strait a day after opening it.
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News By: Medhaa Gupta
08:33 pm Sunday, 19 April 2026
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US President Donald Trump has claimed Iran loses $500 million (over ₹4,600 crore) daily from the Strait of Hormuz closure, while US "loses nothing". "In fact, many ships are headed, right now, to the US...to load up, compliments of the IRGC, always wanting to be 'the tough guy!'" he added. Iran had closed the strait a day after opening it.
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Supreme Court issues pan-India highway safety norms
The Supreme Court has issued pan-India guidelines for highway safety, including a direction that heavy and commercial vehicles must not stop on highways, except at designated areas. The court also prohibited the construction/operation of any new dhaba, eatery, or commercial structure within the Right of Way (ROW) of any national highway. It asked authorities to enforce directions within 60 days.
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08:58 pm Sunday, 19 April 2026
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The Supreme Court has issued pan-India guidelines for highway safety, including a direction that heavy and commercial vehicles must not stop on highways, except at designated areas. The court also prohibited the construction/operation of any new dhaba, eatery, or commercial structure within the Right of Way (ROW) of any national highway. It asked authorities to enforce directions within 60 days.
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08:58 pm Sunday, 19 April 2026
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Singer D4vd arrested on suspicion of murdering 14-yr-old Celeste
Singer David Anthony Burke, also known as D4vd, who is behind tracks like 'Romantic Homicide' and 'Here With Me', has been arrested on suspicion of murdering a 14-year-old girl, Celeste. As per the authorities, D4vd wasn't the cause of her death, and was only arrested on suspicion. The police found Celeste's remains in the 21-year-old singer's car in September 2025.
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09:14 pm Sunday, 19 April 2026
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Singer David Anthony Burke, also known as D4vd, who is behind tracks like 'Romantic Homicide' and 'Here With Me', has been arrested on suspicion of murdering a 14-year-old girl, Celeste. As per the authorities, D4vd wasn't the cause of her death, and was only arrested on suspicion. The police found Celeste's remains in the 21-year-old singer's car in September 2025.
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Pyaaz khaate hai, dimag nai khaate: PM to shopkeeper as he stops for Jhalmuri break in WB
PM Narendra Modi shared a video of himself stopping for a 'Jhalmuri break' in between his election campaign in West Bengal. The video shows the shopkeeper asking PM Modi if he eats onions, to which he jokingly replied, "Pyaaz khaate hai, dimag nai khaate bas (I eat onions, I just don't eat brains)." Jhalmuri is a popular street food.
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09:26 pm Sunday, 19 April 2026
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PM Narendra Modi shared a video of himself stopping for a 'Jhalmuri break' in between his election campaign in West Bengal. The video shows the shopkeeper asking PM Modi if he eats onions, to which he jokingly replied, "Pyaaz khaate hai, dimag nai khaate bas (I eat onions, I just don't eat brains)." Jhalmuri is a popular street food.
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PBKS record highest total of IPL 2026
Punjab Kings (PBKS) put up a total of 254/7 against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on Sunday to record the highest total of IPL 2026 so far. The previous highest total in IPL 2026 was 250/3, registered by Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) on April 5. Priyansh Arya top-scored for PBKS today with 93(37).
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09:36 pm Sunday, 19 April 2026
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Punjab Kings (PBKS) put up a total of 254/7 against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on Sunday to record the highest total of IPL 2026 so far. The previous highest total in IPL 2026 was 250/3, registered by Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) on April 5. Priyansh Arya top-scored for PBKS today with 93(37).
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Iran rejects peace talks in Pakistan with US
Iran has rejected taking part in second round of negotiations with US in Pakistan, stated Iran's IRNA News agency. Iran blamed US' excessive demands, unrealistic expectations, constant shifts in stance, repeated contradictions, and the naval blockade, which it considers a breach of ceasefire. This comes hours after US President Donald Trump said US delegation will travel to Pakistan on Monday.
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11:03 pm Sunday, 19 April 2026
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Iran has rejected taking part in second round of negotiations with US in Pakistan, stated Iran's IRNA News agency. Iran blamed US' excessive demands, unrealistic expectations, constant shifts in stance, repeated contradictions, and the naval blockade, which it considers a breach of ceasefire. This comes hours after US President Donald Trump said US delegation will travel to Pakistan on Monday.
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US seizes Iranian-flagged cargo ship 'Touska'
US President Donald Trump said American forces have taken custody of an Iranian-flagged cargo vessel, Touska, that allegedly attempted to breach US naval blockade in Gulf of Oman. Trump said, "Our Navy ship stopped them right in their tracks by blowing...hole in...engine room." It was nearly 900 feet long and weighed almost as much as an aircraft carrier, he claimed.
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08:29 am Monday, 20 April 2026
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US President Donald Trump said American forces have taken custody of an Iranian-flagged cargo vessel, Touska, that allegedly attempted to breach US naval blockade in Gulf of Oman. Trump said, "Our Navy ship stopped them right in their tracks by blowing...hole in...engine room." It was nearly 900 feet long and weighed almost as much as an aircraft carrier, he claimed.
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US releases video of Iranian ship seizure
After taking custody of the Iranian-flagged cargo ship, US CENTCOM has released a video showing the ship's seizure. The video showed the guided-missile destroyer USS Spruance firing at the vessel. The vessel, identified as the M/V Touska, was intercepted while it was en route to the Iranian port of Bandar Abbas, the US Department of War said.
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09:27 am Monday, 20 April 2026
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After taking custody of the Iranian-flagged cargo ship, US CENTCOM has released a video showing the ship's seizure. The video showed the guided-missile destroyer USS Spruance firing at the vessel. The vessel, identified as the M/V Touska, was intercepted while it was en route to the Iranian port of Bandar Abbas, the US Department of War said.
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Increased screen time among kids leading to disturbed sleep: Study
A new study has found that rising screen time among children is causing behavioural changes, including poor concentration, loneliness and sleep disturbances. Conducted on 150 children aged 10-16, it found 60% had trouble focusing while studying, 48% showed irritability and aggression, and 41% faced sleep issues. Additionally, 35% of the children had reduced communication with family members.
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09:35 am Monday, 20 April 2026
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A new study has found that rising screen time among children is causing behavioural changes, including poor concentration, loneliness and sleep disturbances. Conducted on 150 children aged 10-16, it found 60% had trouble focusing while studying, 48% showed irritability and aggression, and 41% faced sleep issues. Additionally, 35% of the children had reduced communication with family members.
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20+ years of legacy, impacting 1 crore+ students: P&G Shiksha
At P&G Shiksha anthem launch in Mumbai, Nakuul Mehta spoke on mindful parenting, urging parents to avoid labels shaping self-image. He supported limited screen use, saying fatherhood reshaped ambitions toward raising aware children. P&G Shiksha also launched "Ab Sab Jayenge School" music video with him on erasing learning gap, adding it's celebrating 21 years, impacting 1 crore+ students in India.
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10:00 am Monday, 20 April 2026
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At P&G Shiksha anthem launch in Mumbai, Nakuul Mehta spoke on mindful parenting, urging parents to avoid labels shaping self-image. He supported limited screen use, saying fatherhood reshaped ambitions toward raising aware children. P&G Shiksha also launched "Ab Sab Jayenge School" music video with him on erasing learning gap, adding it's celebrating 21 years, impacting 1 crore+ students in India.
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Smoking may raise dementia risk via lung-to-brain reaction: Study
Smoking cigarettes may raise dementia risk by triggering harmful chemical signals from the lungs to the brain, a new study has found. Researchers identified a previously unmapped lung-to-brain route via pulmonary neuroendocrine cells (PNECs). When exposed to nicotine, these cells release exosomes that disrupt iron balance in neurons, triggering symptoms often found in dementia patients.
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10:39 am Monday, 20 April 2026
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Smoking cigarettes may raise dementia risk by triggering harmful chemical signals from the lungs to the brain, a new study has found. Researchers identified a previously unmapped lung-to-brain route via pulmonary neuroendocrine cells (PNECs). When exposed to nicotine, these cells release exosomes that disrupt iron balance in neurons, triggering symptoms often found in dementia patients.
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Nagpur-based NGO chief arrested over forced religious conversion
Fazil Qazi, head of a Nagpur-based NGO, was arrested on multiple charges, including alleged religious conversion, molestation and coercion of women employees to adopt Islamic attire and practices. The complainant, a woman working as HR head in NGO, accused Qazi of sexually harassing her. Authorities are examining NGO funding sources. Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad has also joined the probe.
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11:05 am Monday, 20 April 2026
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Fazil Qazi, head of a Nagpur-based NGO, was arrested on multiple charges, including alleged religious conversion, molestation and coercion of women employees to adopt Islamic attire and practices. The complainant, a woman working as HR head in NGO, accused Qazi of sexually harassing her. Authorities are examining NGO funding sources. Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad has also joined the probe.
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Man seen offering namaz in middle of road in UP, arrested after video surfaces
A video showing a man offering namaz in the middle of a busy road at a main intersection in Uttar Pradesh’s Rampur has gone viral. Visuals showed onlookers gathering at the intersection while the man continued to pray, briefly disrupting normal traffic in the area. Police took cognisance of the viral video and detained the man.
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11:27 am Monday, 20 April 2026
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A video showing a man offering namaz in the middle of a busy road at a main intersection in Uttar Pradesh’s Rampur has gone viral. Visuals showed onlookers gathering at the intersection while the man continued to pray, briefly disrupting normal traffic in the area. Police took cognisance of the viral video and detained the man.
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CBI arrests DGCA deputy director general, private firm executive in drone import bribery case
The CBI arrested Mudavath Devula, Deputy Director General at DGCA's Airworthiness Directorate, and Bharat Mathur, an executive linked to Asteria Aerospace, in a drone import bribery case. Devula allegedly demanded ₹5 lakh per file to clear pending approvals. The bribe of ₹2.5 lakh was seized at the handover point near IIT Delhi.
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11:40 am Monday, 20 April 2026
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The CBI arrested Mudavath Devula, Deputy Director General at DGCA's Airworthiness Directorate, and Bharat Mathur, an executive linked to Asteria Aerospace, in a drone import bribery case. Devula allegedly demanded ₹5 lakh per file to clear pending approvals. The bribe of ₹2.5 lakh was seized at the handover point near IIT Delhi.
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Govt may allow global pacts in new chip design scheme: Report
The government is set to expand its design-linked incentive (DLI) scheme under the India Semiconductor Mission 2.0, Financial Express reported. Under the proposed structure, Indian firms can form consortiums with foreign players but must hold at least 51%, with stakes of global partners capped at 49%, it added, citing officials. This comes after the initial DLI scheme saw limited traction.
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11:54 am Monday, 20 April 2026
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The government is set to expand its design-linked incentive (DLI) scheme under the India Semiconductor Mission 2.0, Financial Express reported. Under the proposed structure, Indian firms can form consortiums with foreign players but must hold at least 51%, with stakes of global partners capped at 49%, it added, citing officials. This comes after the initial DLI scheme saw limited traction.
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Man accused of rape & murder of 4-year-old niece killed in encounter in Ghaziabad
A man wanted for the rape and murder of his four-year-old niece was killed in a police encounter in Uttar Pradesh's Ghaziabad. The encounter comes a day after the reward for his arrest was doubled from ₹25,000 to ₹50,000. "Two police constables also sustained injuries during the gunfight and are currently receiving medical treatment," said Dhawal Jaiswal, DCP Trans Hindon.
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12:14 pm Monday, 20 April 2026
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A man wanted for the rape and murder of his four-year-old niece was killed in a police encounter in Uttar Pradesh's Ghaziabad. The encounter comes a day after the reward for his arrest was doubled from ₹25,000 to ₹50,000. "Two police constables also sustained injuries during the gunfight and are currently receiving medical treatment," said Dhawal Jaiswal, DCP Trans Hindon.
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India and SL discuss oil pipeline during VP Radhakrishnan's visit
Vice President CP Radhakrishnan and Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake on Sunday discussed the proposed link between India and Sri Lanka through an oil pipeline, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said. They also had productive discussions on further deepening bilateral ties, housing projects and issues regarding fishermen. The Vice President is on a two-day official visit to Sri Lanka.
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12:22 pm Monday, 20 April 2026
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Vice President CP Radhakrishnan and Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake on Sunday discussed the proposed link between India and Sri Lanka through an oil pipeline, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said. They also had productive discussions on further deepening bilateral ties, housing projects and issues regarding fishermen. The Vice President is on a two-day official visit to Sri Lanka.
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PM Modi meets South Korea Prez Lee in Delhi, both plant sapling at Hyderabad House
PM Narendra Modi on Monday met South Korean President Lee Jae Myung, who's on a 3-day State Visit to India. Both leaders held a meeting and also planted saplings at the premises of Hyderabad House, with a video of the same surfacing online. Notably, it's the first state visit by a South Korean President to India in over eight years.
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12:33 pm Monday, 20 April 2026
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PM Narendra Modi on Monday met South Korean President Lee Jae Myung, who's on a 3-day State Visit to India. Both leaders held a meeting and also planted saplings at the premises of Hyderabad House, with a video of the same surfacing online. Notably, it's the first state visit by a South Korean President to India in over eight years.
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