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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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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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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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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PM Modi pays tribute to Jagadguru Basaveshwara on Basava Jayanthi
PM Narendra Modi paid tribute to Jagadguru Basaveshwara on the occasion of Basava Jayanthi. "His vision of a just society, along with his unwavering efforts to empower the people, will always motivate us," PM Modi stated. Jagadguru Basaveshwara is widely revered as pioneer of social reform in India and a key figure of 12th-century Bhakti movement centred on Lord Shiva.
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PM Narendra Modi paid tribute to Jagadguru Basaveshwara on the occasion of Basava Jayanthi. "His vision of a just society, along with his unwavering efforts to empower the people, will always motivate us," PM Modi stated. Jagadguru Basaveshwara is widely revered as pioneer of social reform in India and a key figure of 12th-century Bhakti movement centred on Lord Shiva.
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Why are several cities across India switching off traffic lights during the day?
Several Indian cities are switching off traffic lights during day amid intensifying heatwave to protect commuters from prolonged sun exposure at junctions. Many Maharashtra cities have stopped signals between 12:30 pm and 4 pm, with traffic police stationed nearby to manage congestion. Intense heat radiating from concrete road at traffic junctions poses severe health risk to riders, experts said.
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Several Indian cities are switching off traffic lights during day amid intensifying heatwave to protect commuters from prolonged sun exposure at junctions. Many Maharashtra cities have stopped signals between 12:30 pm and 4 pm, with traffic police stationed nearby to manage congestion. Intense heat radiating from concrete road at traffic junctions poses severe health risk to riders, experts said.
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Pant's 'I only had one tension, that was Punjab' remark resurfaces after PBKS beat LSG
After PBKS defeated LSG by 54 runs in IPL 2026 on Sunday, LSG captain Rishabh Pant's old "I had only one tension and that was Punjab" remark resurfaced. Pant had made the remark, suggesting he feared PBKS might outbid LSG to buy him in IPL 2025 mega auction. PBKS are unbeaten in the tournament, while LSG have lost four matches.
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After PBKS defeated LSG by 54 runs in IPL 2026 on Sunday, LSG captain Rishabh Pant's old "I had only one tension and that was Punjab" remark resurfaced. Pant had made the remark, suggesting he feared PBKS might outbid LSG to buy him in IPL 2025 mega auction. PBKS are unbeaten in the tournament, while LSG have lost four matches.
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Ajith Kumar finishes 2nd in 24-hour endurance car race in Belgium, holds Tricolour on podium
Actor-driver Ajith Kumar secured a second-place finish with his team at Belgium's Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps in the 24H Series race. The 'Good Bad Ugly' star was seen holding the Tricolour on the podium and celebrating with his teammates. "A moment that made the entire Indian nation proud- proving passion, grit, and determination know no limits," Ajith's team wrote on Instagram.
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Actor-driver Ajith Kumar secured a second-place finish with his team at Belgium's Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps in the 24H Series race. The 'Good Bad Ugly' star was seen holding the Tricolour on the podium and celebrating with his teammates. "A moment that made the entire Indian nation proud- proving passion, grit, and determination know no limits," Ajith's team wrote on Instagram.
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Rahul says PM Modi lacks confidence, translator flips meaning to ‘full confidence’ at TN rally
A translation mix-up during Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's speech at a rally in Tamil Nadu triggered a viral moment. While criticising the BJP-led Centre and PM Narendra Modi, Rahul Gandhi said the Prime Minister was "completely lacking confidence". However, in a translation mix-up, it was rendered in Tamil as someone with "full confidence".
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A translation mix-up during Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's speech at a rally in Tamil Nadu triggered a viral moment. While criticising the BJP-led Centre and PM Narendra Modi, Rahul Gandhi said the Prime Minister was "completely lacking confidence". However, in a translation mix-up, it was rendered in Tamil as someone with "full confidence".
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French prosecutors summon Musk over sexualised AI deepfakes on X
Billionaire Elon Musk and former CEO of X, Linda Yaccarino, have been summoned by prosecutors for a voluntary interview in Paris as part of a French probe into the social media platform. The case pertains to alleged misconduct, including the spread of child sexual abuse material and deepfake content. It remains unclear whether Musk and Yaccarino will appear before authorities.
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Billionaire Elon Musk and former CEO of X, Linda Yaccarino, have been summoned by prosecutors for a voluntary interview in Paris as part of a French probe into the social media platform. The case pertains to alleged misconduct, including the spread of child sexual abuse material and deepfake content. It remains unclear whether Musk and Yaccarino will appear before authorities.
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Tehseen Poonawalla says PM Modi paid for 'jhalmuri' in cash not UPI; BJP responds
After PM Narendra Modi stopped to eat 'jhalmuri' during his poll campaign in West Bengal's Jhargram, political analyst Tehseen Poonawalla commented that the PM paid in cash as the shopkeeper did not have UPI. Responding to this, BJP leader Shehzad Poonawalla said, "The shopkeeper had UPI…the ₹10 note was given so that he (shopkeeper) could treasure it forever."
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After PM Narendra Modi stopped to eat 'jhalmuri' during his poll campaign in West Bengal's Jhargram, political analyst Tehseen Poonawalla commented that the PM paid in cash as the shopkeeper did not have UPI. Responding to this, BJP leader Shehzad Poonawalla said, "The shopkeeper had UPI…the ₹10 note was given so that he (shopkeeper) could treasure it forever."
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Refunds of billions in tariffs imposed by Trump to begin on Monday, among largest in US history
US government is initiating a process to refund billions of dollars in tariffs starting Monday, following a Supreme Court ruling that invalidated duties imposed by President Donald Trump earlier this year. The refund process is expected to be the largest in US history. Importers and authorised customs brokers who paid tariffs under emergency powers can submit claims through CBP system.
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US government is initiating a process to refund billions of dollars in tariffs starting Monday, following a Supreme Court ruling that invalidated duties imposed by President Donald Trump earlier this year. The refund process is expected to be the largest in US history. Importers and authorised customs brokers who paid tariffs under emergency powers can submit claims through CBP system.
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Cloud hosting firm Vercel confirms data breach, hackers offer user data for $2 million
Vercel, a cloud hosting provider, has confirmed a security breach that exposed a "limited" subset of customer credentials. The incident originated with a compromise of Context.ai, a third-party AI tool used by an employee, allowing hackers to access some internal Vercel systems via the employee's Google Workspace account, Vercel said. The hackers have reportedly offered user data for $2 million.
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Vercel, a cloud hosting provider, has confirmed a security breach that exposed a "limited" subset of customer credentials. The incident originated with a compromise of Context.ai, a third-party AI tool used by an employee, allowing hackers to access some internal Vercel systems via the employee's Google Workspace account, Vercel said. The hackers have reportedly offered user data for $2 million.
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Heavy rain causes waterlogging in Assam's Guwahati, schools shut
Heavy overnight rainfall in Assam's Guwahati triggered widespread waterlogging, leading to traffic jams, stranded vehicles and difficulties for commuters on Monday. Assam government ordered government and private educational institutions in Guwahati Municipal Corporation area to remain closed on Monday due to heavy rain. "People are facing serious difficulties in going to work," a resident said.
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Heavy overnight rainfall in Assam's Guwahati triggered widespread waterlogging, leading to traffic jams, stranded vehicles and difficulties for commuters on Monday. Assam government ordered government and private educational institutions in Guwahati Municipal Corporation area to remain closed on Monday due to heavy rain. "People are facing serious difficulties in going to work," a resident said.
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Power bills in Delhi may rise as electricity tribunal rejects plea over unpaid dues
Electricity bills in Delhi could rise as Appellate Tribunal for Electricity (APTEL) rejected Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission's (DERC) request to extend timeline for clearing dues worth over ₹30,000 crore. DERC had sought more time, saying a longer repayment schedule could reduce burden on consumers. The dues recovery may come through higher power bills, government subsidy support or both.
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02:12 pm Monday, 20 April 2026
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Electricity bills in Delhi could rise as Appellate Tribunal for Electricity (APTEL) rejected Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission's (DERC) request to extend timeline for clearing dues worth over ₹30,000 crore. DERC had sought more time, saying a longer repayment schedule could reduce burden on consumers. The dues recovery may come through higher power bills, government subsidy support or both.
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Lenskart shares fall 5% amid backlash over dress code row
The shares of eyewear retailer Lenskart fell on Monday amid social media backlash over its alleged restrictions barring employees from wearing a tilak and a bindi at work while allowing hijabs and turbans. The stock dropped nearly 5% to ₹508.7 apiece. The company later apologised and issued a standardised in-store style guide to include bindi, tilak, sindoor, kalawa and mangalsutra.
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The shares of eyewear retailer Lenskart fell on Monday amid social media backlash over its alleged restrictions barring employees from wearing a tilak and a bindi at work while allowing hijabs and turbans. The stock dropped nearly 5% to ₹508.7 apiece. The company later apologised and issued a standardised in-store style guide to include bindi, tilak, sindoor, kalawa and mangalsutra.
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We have no plans for more talks with US: Iran
Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman said that Tehran has no plans for more talks with the US.
The spokesman said the US violated the ceasefire from the start, imposed an illegal naval blockade, and attacked Iranian vessels during previous negotiations, adding, "We cannot forget US attacks." The statement comes after the US seized an Iranian-flagged cargo ship in Gulf of Oman.
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Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman said that Tehran has no plans for more talks with the US.
The spokesman said the US violated the ceasefire from the start, imposed an illegal naval blockade, and attacked Iranian vessels during previous negotiations, adding, "We cannot forget US attacks." The statement comes after the US seized an Iranian-flagged cargo ship in Gulf of Oman.
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Pics show Kim Jong-un and his daughter overseeing cluster warhead test in North Korea
Pictures have surfaced on social media showing North Korean leader Kim Jong-un and his daughter Kim Ju Ae overseeing a cluster warhead test. Notably, the country fired multiple ballistic missiles towards the sea off its east coast on Sunday. The incident marks North Korea's seventh ballistic missile launch this year and its fourth in April.
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Pictures have surfaced on social media showing North Korean leader Kim Jong-un and his daughter Kim Ju Ae overseeing a cluster warhead test. Notably, the country fired multiple ballistic missiles towards the sea off its east coast on Sunday. The incident marks North Korea's seventh ballistic missile launch this year and its fourth in April.
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Who is Yash Raj Punja, the UAE-born spinner who made debut for RR vs KKR?
RR's UAE-born leg-spinner Yash Raj Punja, who recorded 1-25 against KKR in his debut IPL match, initially represented Abu Dhabi. Shifting his base to Bengaluru in 2023, the 19-year-old, known for his googly, took 23 wickets in 10 matches in Karnataka's Maharaja T20 Trophy 2025, finishing as tournament's second-highest wicket-taker. RR signed him for ₹30 lakh at IPL 2026 auction.
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02:52 pm Monday, 20 April 2026
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RR's UAE-born leg-spinner Yash Raj Punja, who recorded 1-25 against KKR in his debut IPL match, initially represented Abu Dhabi. Shifting his base to Bengaluru in 2023, the 19-year-old, known for his googly, took 23 wickets in 10 matches in Karnataka's Maharaja T20 Trophy 2025, finishing as tournament's second-highest wicket-taker. RR signed him for ₹30 lakh at IPL 2026 auction.
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