Iranian tanker 'Silly City' breaches US naval blockade despite threats
An Iranian tanker, named 'Silly City', successfully broke through the US naval blockade at the Strait of Hormuz to reach the country's waters, Iranian media reported. "Despite repeated warnings and threats from US naval forces, the tanker safely transited the Arabian Sea and reached Iranian waters overnight," the Iranian military stated. Earlier, US military had seized Iranian vessel Touska.
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05:50 pm Tuesday, 21 April 2026
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An Iranian tanker, named 'Silly City', successfully broke through the US naval blockade at the Strait of Hormuz to reach the country's waters, Iranian media reported. "Despite repeated warnings and threats from US naval forces, the tanker safely transited the Arabian Sea and reached Iranian waters overnight," the Iranian military stated. Earlier, US military had seized Iranian vessel Touska.
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Video of UP CM Yogi attributing wrong quote to Swami Vivekananda is fake: BJP
A video of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath attributing a wrong quote to Swami Vivekananda is fake, BJP spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari claimed on Tuesday. Bhandari also shared a video that showed CM Yogi rightly attributing the quote "Tum mujhe khoon do, main tumhe azaadi dunga" (Give me blood and I shall give you freedom) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose.
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05:47 pm Tuesday, 21 April 2026
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A video of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath attributing a wrong quote to Swami Vivekananda is fake, BJP spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari claimed on Tuesday. Bhandari also shared a video that showed CM Yogi rightly attributing the quote "Tum mujhe khoon do, main tumhe azaadi dunga" (Give me blood and I shall give you freedom) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose.
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Pak politician Altaf, who once sought asylum from PM Modi, inspired Jamali in 'Dhurandhar'
Exiled Pakistani politician Altaf Hussain, who once sought asylum in India from PM Narendra Modi, is the inspiration behind Rakesh Bedi's 'Jameel Jamali' in 'Dhurandhar', revealed film's research consultant Aditya Raj Kaul. "Jamali is a mix of Altaf...and Nabeel Gabol, but it's mostly Altaf," said Kaul. He added Altaf moved to UK after allegations that he was working for RAW.
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News By: Bhawana Chaudhary
06:14 pm Tuesday, 21 April 2026
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Exiled Pakistani politician Altaf Hussain, who once sought asylum in India from PM Narendra Modi, is the inspiration behind Rakesh Bedi's 'Jameel Jamali' in 'Dhurandhar', revealed film's research consultant Aditya Raj Kaul. "Jamali is a mix of Altaf...and Nabeel Gabol, but it's mostly Altaf," said Kaul. He added Altaf moved to UK after allegations that he was working for RAW.
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TN Congress prez claims I-T dept raided his house, confined him; Dept denies
The Income Tax Department has denied allegations by Tamil Nadu Congress President K Selvaperunthagai that it raided his residence and prevented him from leaving his constituency. It affirmed that no searches were conducted, and his movement wasn't restricted. "The false and misleading statements...by him have been reported to ECI," it said, adding that a police complaint has also been filed.
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06:12 pm Tuesday, 21 April 2026
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The Income Tax Department has denied allegations by Tamil Nadu Congress President K Selvaperunthagai that it raided his residence and prevented him from leaving his constituency. It affirmed that no searches were conducted, and his movement wasn't restricted. "The false and misleading statements...by him have been reported to ECI," it said, adding that a police complaint has also been filed.
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06:12 pm Tuesday, 21 April 2026
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Cars in India may soon run on just 15% petrol as govt prepares draft rules: Report
Cars in India could soon run on E85 fuel, as government is reportedly set to issue draft rules for E85, a blend containing up to 85% ethanol and 15% petrol. "Draft regulations will be notified very soon. There's consensus within the government," The Hindu said quoting a senior government official. Currently, E20 petrol is the standard fuel across the country.
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06:03 pm Tuesday, 21 April 2026
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Cars in India could soon run on E85 fuel, as government is reportedly set to issue draft rules for E85, a blend containing up to 85% ethanol and 15% petrol. "Draft regulations will be notified very soon. There's consensus within the government," The Hindu said quoting a senior government official. Currently, E20 petrol is the standard fuel across the country.
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Shefali dismisses dating rumours with Yuzvendra, says 'I'm fed up'
Sports presenter and 'Bigg Boss 13' fame Shefali Bagga rubbished dating rumours linking her to cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal. Expressing frustration, she said, "I really don't want to answer this question because I'm just fed up...They assume a dinner means dating." She added, "Say whatever you want to say. I know my reality, and the people around me know my reality."
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06:27 pm Tuesday, 21 April 2026
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Sports presenter and 'Bigg Boss 13' fame Shefali Bagga rubbished dating rumours linking her to cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal. Expressing frustration, she said, "I really don't want to answer this question because I'm just fed up...They assume a dinner means dating." She added, "Say whatever you want to say. I know my reality, and the people around me know my reality."
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06:27 pm Tuesday, 21 April 2026
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BJP leader files complaint against Prakash Raj for mocking Ramayana
BJP leader Bhanu Prakash has filed a complaint against actor Prakash Raj for mocking the Ramayana, accusing the actor of "hurting the religious feelings of the Hindu community". Seeking action, Bhanu Prakash's complaint claimed that Prakash Raj made "defamatory and malicious remarks" by "distorting the Ramayana". Further, actress Karate Kalyani has also filed a complaint, making similar claims.
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News By: Ishita Ranganath
06:15 pm Tuesday, 21 April 2026
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BJP leader Bhanu Prakash has filed a complaint against actor Prakash Raj for mocking the Ramayana, accusing the actor of "hurting the religious feelings of the Hindu community". Seeking action, Bhanu Prakash's complaint claimed that Prakash Raj made "defamatory and malicious remarks" by "distorting the Ramayana". Further, actress Karate Kalyani has also filed a complaint, making similar claims.
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Mastermind created group to share inciting videos during Noida's factory workers protest
Aditya Anand, the alleged mastermind behind the violence during factory workers' protest in Noida, has reportedly told police that he had created a social media group, 'X Storm', to share violence-inciting videos regarding the protest. The group which reportedly had 274 members was created for rapid sharing of such videos online. Anand was arrested from Tamil Nadu's Trichy.
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06:40 pm Tuesday, 21 April 2026
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Aditya Anand, the alleged mastermind behind the violence during factory workers' protest in Noida, has reportedly told police that he had created a social media group, 'X Storm', to share violence-inciting videos regarding the protest. The group which reportedly had 274 members was created for rapid sharing of such videos online. Anand was arrested from Tamil Nadu's Trichy.
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No slip of tongue: BJP's Patra on Kharge's 'PM terrorist' remark
BJP National Spokesperson Sambit Patra reacted to Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge's "PM Narendra Modi terrorist" remark, saying it was "no slip of the tongue." He alleged that Rahul Gandhi frequently uses abusive language against the PM and claimed Kharge made the remark at his behest. Kharge made the statement while criticising the AIADMK-NDA alliance ahead of Tamil Nadu Assembly polls.
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06:39 pm Tuesday, 21 April 2026
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BJP National Spokesperson Sambit Patra reacted to Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge's "PM Narendra Modi terrorist" remark, saying it was "no slip of the tongue." He alleged that Rahul Gandhi frequently uses abusive language against the PM and claimed Kharge made the remark at his behest. Kharge made the statement while criticising the AIADMK-NDA alliance ahead of Tamil Nadu Assembly polls.
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Deepika shoots with Punit Malhotra days after announcing pregnancy, director shares pic
Director Punit Malhotra recently shared a picture with actress Deepika Padukone from a shoot. The picture marked Deepika's first glimpse since the announcement of her second pregnancy. "This shoot? 10/10. No notes! Thank you @deepikapadukone for being so warm, gracious and wonderful...truly grateful! I owe you one," he wrote alongside the post on Instagram.
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06:51 pm Tuesday, 21 April 2026
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Director Punit Malhotra recently shared a picture with actress Deepika Padukone from a shoot. The picture marked Deepika's first glimpse since the announcement of her second pregnancy. "This shoot? 10/10. No notes! Thank you @deepikapadukone for being so warm, gracious and wonderful...truly grateful! I owe you one," he wrote alongside the post on Instagram.
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India should aim for 100% ethanol blending: Nitin Gadkari
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has said India should aspire to achieve 100% ethanol blending in the near future. "Today, we're facing an energy crisis due to the war in West Asia, so it's necessary for us to become self-reliant in the energy sector," he added. Notably, the Centre is reportedly considering draft rules for E85 fuel (85% ethanol, 15% petrol).
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06:49 pm Tuesday, 21 April 2026
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Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has said India should aspire to achieve 100% ethanol blending in the near future. "Today, we're facing an energy crisis due to the war in West Asia, so it's necessary for us to become self-reliant in the energy sector," he added. Notably, the Centre is reportedly considering draft rules for E85 fuel (85% ethanol, 15% petrol).
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US limits intel sharing with South Korea after minister leaks North Korean nuclear site: Report
US has partially restricted the sharing of satellite intelligence on North Korea with South Korea after its minister leaked sensitive information without US authorisation, stated reports. Last month, the minister told parliament that North Korea was operating a third uranium enrichment site in northwestern Kusong. South Korean President defended the minister by saying information was "clear fact".
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07:12 pm Tuesday, 21 April 2026
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US has partially restricted the sharing of satellite intelligence on North Korea with South Korea after its minister leaked sensitive information without US authorisation, stated reports. Last month, the minister told parliament that North Korea was operating a third uranium enrichment site in northwestern Kusong. South Korean President defended the minister by saying information was "clear fact".
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Body of Assam polling official who went missing on election day found after 9 days
The decomposed body of a polling official missing since the day of the Assam elections (April 9) was recovered nine days later, on April 18, in Assam's Karbi Anglong district. Cornelius Kindu complained of being unwell while on duty and left the polling station without informing anyone, District Commissioner Aranyak Saikia said. The search began when Kindu didn't reach home.
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07:11 pm Tuesday, 21 April 2026
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The decomposed body of a polling official missing since the day of the Assam elections (April 9) was recovered nine days later, on April 18, in Assam's Karbi Anglong district. Cornelius Kindu complained of being unwell while on duty and left the polling station without informing anyone, District Commissioner Aranyak Saikia said. The search began when Kindu didn't reach home.
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Trump rules out extending ceasefire with Iran
US President Donald Trump has ruled out extending the two-week ceasefire with Iran, which expires at 8 pm EST on April 22 (around 5:30 am IST on April 23). "I don't want to do that. We don't have that much time," Trump told CNBC. This comes as uncertainty is looming over second round of US-Iran talks, as Iran denied participating.
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07:05 pm Tuesday, 21 April 2026
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US President Donald Trump has ruled out extending the two-week ceasefire with Iran, which expires at 8 pm EST on April 22 (around 5:30 am IST on April 23). "I don't want to do that. We don't have that much time," Trump told CNBC. This comes as uncertainty is looming over second round of US-Iran talks, as Iran denied participating.
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07:05 pm Tuesday, 21 April 2026
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How much may Indian exporters get as US begins refund of $166-billion tariffs?
The US government has started refunding more than $166 billion collected through tariffs. According to the Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI), about $12 billion of this is linked to goods from India. However, GTRI said that Indian exporters cannot directly claim these refunds and would instead need to negotiate with US buyers for a share.
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07:27 pm Tuesday, 21 April 2026
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The US government has started refunding more than $166 billion collected through tariffs. According to the Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI), about $12 billion of this is linked to goods from India. However, GTRI said that Indian exporters cannot directly claim these refunds and would instead need to negotiate with US buyers for a share.
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07:27 pm Tuesday, 21 April 2026
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Ready for peace, it's up to US now: Iran envoy before expiry of US-Iran ceasefire
Before the expiry of the US-Iran ceasefire, Iranian Ambassador to India, Mohammad Fathali, said that Iran is ready for peace, but it's up to the US to decide that now. However, he also mentioned that Iran is also ready for war, stating, "They (US) think they can finish in two or three days, but our people, our country will defend."
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07:19 pm Tuesday, 21 April 2026
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Before the expiry of the US-Iran ceasefire, Iranian Ambassador to India, Mohammad Fathali, said that Iran is ready for peace, but it's up to the US to decide that now. However, he also mentioned that Iran is also ready for war, stating, "They (US) think they can finish in two or three days, but our people, our country will defend."
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07:19 pm Tuesday, 21 April 2026
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Vedanta announces demerger on May 1, to split into 5 units
Vedanta said it will split into five entities as part of a demerger, which its board approved to be carried out on May 1. The demerged entities would be Vedanta Limited, Vedanta Aluminium Metal, Talwandi Sabo Power, Malco Energy, and Vedanta Iron and Steel. Shareholders will get one share in each new entity for each share held in Vedanta.
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07:18 pm Tuesday, 21 April 2026
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Vedanta said it will split into five entities as part of a demerger, which its board approved to be carried out on May 1. The demerged entities would be Vedanta Limited, Vedanta Aluminium Metal, Talwandi Sabo Power, Malco Energy, and Vedanta Iron and Steel. Shareholders will get one share in each new entity for each share held in Vedanta.
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Surprised that UAE wants currency swap, they're really rich: Trump
US President Donald Trump stated that he is willing to help the United Arab Emirates financially, and a currency swap with the Middle East nation is 'under consideration'. He said, "I mean, I'm surprised, because they are really rich. If I could help them, I would." This comes after UAE said it may switch to Chinese yuan for oil deals.
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07:44 pm Tuesday, 21 April 2026
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US President Donald Trump stated that he is willing to help the United Arab Emirates financially, and a currency swap with the Middle East nation is 'under consideration'. He said, "I mean, I'm surprised, because they are really rich. If I could help them, I would." This comes after UAE said it may switch to Chinese yuan for oil deals.
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07:44 pm Tuesday, 21 April 2026
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Memorial with 26 victims' names built ahead of Pahalgam attack's 1st anniversary
A memorial has been built in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam to honour victims of the terror attack at Baisaran Valley on April 22, 2025. The memorial, which stands along the banks of the Lidder River, features a black marble slab engraved with the names of 26 victims. Security across Kashmir has been beefed up ahead of the attack's first anniversary.
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07:34 pm Tuesday, 21 April 2026
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A memorial has been built in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam to honour victims of the terror attack at Baisaran Valley on April 22, 2025. The memorial, which stands along the banks of the Lidder River, features a black marble slab engraved with the names of 26 victims. Security across Kashmir has been beefed up ahead of the attack's first anniversary.
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Why can't people get over it: Kohli's ex Izabelle on featuring in 'Kohli's taste in women' post
Ex-India captain Virat Kohli's ex-girlfriend Izabelle Leite reacted after being featured in Instagram post about the cricketer's "taste in women" amid the controversy over Kohli liking German vlogger LizLaz's picture. The post included pictures of Izabelle, Kohli's wife Anushka Sharma, LizLaz and actress Avneet Kaur. Izabelle said, "It's been 12 years and counting...Why can't people get over it?"
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07:57 pm Tuesday, 21 April 2026
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Ex-India captain Virat Kohli's ex-girlfriend Izabelle Leite reacted after being featured in Instagram post about the cricketer's "taste in women" amid the controversy over Kohli liking German vlogger LizLaz's picture. The post included pictures of Izabelle, Kohli's wife Anushka Sharma, LizLaz and actress Avneet Kaur. Izabelle said, "It's been 12 years and counting...Why can't people get over it?"
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