NDA to retain power in Puducherry: Exit Poll
The Axis My India exit poll has predicted that the NDA will retain power in Puducherry. It predicted 16-20 seats for the NDA, including 10-12 for AINRC and 4-6 for the BJP. The Congress-DMK alliance is expected to win 6-8 seats and the TVK-led alliance 2-4. The Puducherry Assembly has 30 seats with 16 required for a majority.
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The Axis My India exit poll has predicted that the NDA will retain power in Puducherry. It predicted 16-20 seats for the NDA, including 10-12 for AINRC and 4-6 for the BJP. The Congress-DMK alliance is expected to win 6-8 seats and the TVK-led alliance 2-4. The Puducherry Assembly has 30 seats with 16 required for a majority.
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Actor Vijay's TVK to win 10-12 seats in debut polls in TN: Exit poll
Actor-politician Vijay's TVK, which made its debut in Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, is predicted to win 10-12 seats in the 234-seat Tamil Nadu Assembly, according to an exit poll conducted by Matrize. P-Marq has projected 16-26 seats for TVK, while Praja Poll has predicted 1-9 seats. Three exit polls have predicted CM MK Stalin-led DMK's win in the elections.
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07:49 pm Wednesday, 29 April 2026
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Actor-politician Vijay's TVK, which made its debut in Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, is predicted to win 10-12 seats in the 234-seat Tamil Nadu Assembly, according to an exit poll conducted by Matrize. P-Marq has projected 16-26 seats for TVK, while Praja Poll has predicted 1-9 seats. Three exit polls have predicted CM MK Stalin-led DMK's win in the elections.
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What have exit polls predicted for West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Assam?
BJP's win in West Bengal was predicted by four exit polls, namely Praja Poll, Poll Diary, Matrize and P-Marq, while TMC's win was predicted by People's Pulse. DMK could return to power in Tamil Nadu, claimed Matrize, People's Pulse and P-Marq. Congress-led UDF has edge in Kerala, said VoteVibe, Matrize and P-Marq. BJP might sweep Assam, said three exit polls.
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08:13 pm Wednesday, 29 April 2026
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BJP's win in West Bengal was predicted by four exit polls, namely Praja Poll, Poll Diary, Matrize and P-Marq, while TMC's win was predicted by People's Pulse. DMK could return to power in Tamil Nadu, claimed Matrize, People's Pulse and P-Marq. Congress-led UDF has edge in Kerala, said VoteVibe, Matrize and P-Marq. BJP might sweep Assam, said three exit polls.
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'BJP to win 175-185 seats out of 294 in Bengal,' predicts Mumbai Satta Bazaar
Satta Bazaar projections from Mumbai market suggest the BJP is set to cross the majority mark of 148 in West Bengal by winning 175-185 of 294 seats. The ruling TMC, led by Mamata Banerjee, is estimated to secure 127–132 seats. Matrize and P-Marq exit polls have also predicted that the BJP would cross the halfway mark and form a government.
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08:07 pm Wednesday, 29 April 2026
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Satta Bazaar projections from Mumbai market suggest the BJP is set to cross the majority mark of 148 in West Bengal by winning 175-185 of 294 seats. The ruling TMC, led by Mamata Banerjee, is estimated to secure 127–132 seats. Matrize and P-Marq exit polls have also predicted that the BJP would cross the halfway mark and form a government.
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Supply shock from West Asia war apparent in economy: Economic Review
The government's economic review for April said a "supply shock" triggered by the West Asia conflict is "apparent in the economy". "An accompanying demand compression is a serious concern, given high prices, rising inflation and a reduced pace of economic activity," it stated. However, it said domestic demand, policy buffers and sustained public investment provide some insulation.
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08:06 pm Wednesday, 29 April 2026
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The government's economic review for April said a "supply shock" triggered by the West Asia conflict is "apparent in the economy". "An accompanying demand compression is a serious concern, given high prices, rising inflation and a reduced pace of economic activity," it stated. However, it said domestic demand, policy buffers and sustained public investment provide some insulation.
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08:06 pm Wednesday, 29 April 2026
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Ananda Dairy found mixing alum in 'peda' during raid in UP
A raid by FSSAI in Bulandshahr in Uttar Pradesh found that Ananda Dairy was allegedly mixing alum in batches of "peda". A video shows unhygienic conditions at the unit. According to reports, one person fell ill after eating the sweet dish, following which a complaint was filed. In another incident, over 1600 kg of adulterated paneer was seized in Aligarh.
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08:27 pm Wednesday, 29 April 2026
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A raid by FSSAI in Bulandshahr in Uttar Pradesh found that Ananda Dairy was allegedly mixing alum in batches of "peda". A video shows unhygienic conditions at the unit. According to reports, one person fell ill after eating the sweet dish, following which a complaint was filed. In another incident, over 1600 kg of adulterated paneer was seized in Aligarh.
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Exit Poll predicts up to 120 seats for Vijay's TVK in debut TN election
The exit poll by Axis My India has predicted 98-120 seats for Vijay's TVK in its debut Tamil Nadu Assembly election. This comes even as other exit polls like Matrize and People's Pulse predicted 10-12 and 18-24 seats for the party, respectively. Most exit polls have predicted DMK-led alliance's victory, except for JVC, which predicted AIADMK-led NDA's win.
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08:16 pm Wednesday, 29 April 2026
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The exit poll by Axis My India has predicted 98-120 seats for Vijay's TVK in its debut Tamil Nadu Assembly election. This comes even as other exit polls like Matrize and People's Pulse predicted 10-12 and 18-24 seats for the party, respectively. Most exit polls have predicted DMK-led alliance's victory, except for JVC, which predicted AIADMK-led NDA's win.
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Pakistan successfully tests Fatah-II missile system
Pakistan has successfully conducted a training launch of the indigenously developed Fatah-II missile system, the army said on Tuesday. The launch of the system equipped with advanced avionics and state-of-the-art navigational aids was carried out by the Army Rocket Force, according to a statement by the army. It has a maximum range of 400 km.
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Pakistan has successfully conducted a training launch of the indigenously developed Fatah-II missile system, the army said on Tuesday. The launch of the system equipped with advanced avionics and state-of-the-art navigational aids was carried out by the Army Rocket Force, according to a statement by the army. It has a maximum range of 400 km.
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7, including 3 kids, killed as wall near Bengaluru hospital collapses amid heavy rains
At least 7 people, including three kids, died on Wednesday after a compound wall near Bengaluru's Bowring and Lady Curzon Hospital collapsed amid heavy rains. CM Siddaramaiah visited the spot and announced a ₹5 lakh compensation for the families of the victims. "My office will extend full support...to the state government to address this issue," BJP MP Tejasvi Surya said.
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08:37 pm Wednesday, 29 April 2026
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At least 7 people, including three kids, died on Wednesday after a compound wall near Bengaluru's Bowring and Lady Curzon Hospital collapsed amid heavy rains. CM Siddaramaiah visited the spot and announced a ₹5 lakh compensation for the families of the victims. "My office will extend full support...to the state government to address this issue," BJP MP Tejasvi Surya said.
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Met Gala ticket to cost ₹23.7 lakh more this year
The Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute has raised the price of individual tickets for Met Gala 2026 to $100,000 (₹94.7 lakh), up $25,000 (₹23.7 lakh) from last year, reported The New York Times. The prices for a table start at $350,000 (₹3.3 crore), it added. All the money from ticket sales goes directly to funding the institute's yearly budget.
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09:14 pm Wednesday, 29 April 2026
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The Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute has raised the price of individual tickets for Met Gala 2026 to $100,000 (₹94.7 lakh), up $25,000 (₹23.7 lakh) from last year, reported The New York Times. The prices for a table start at $350,000 (₹3.3 crore), it added. All the money from ticket sales goes directly to funding the institute's yearly budget.
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Neuer 1st keeper in 16 yrs to record 0 saves & concede 5 goals in a CL knockout match
Bayern Munich's Manuel Neuer became the first goalkeeper in 16 years to concede five or more goals without recording a single save in a Champions League (CL) knockout match. This came during Bayern's first leg CL semi-final match against PSG. Bayern were defeated by PSG in the nine-goal match, breaking the record for most goals scored in a CL semi-final.
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09:01 pm Wednesday, 29 April 2026
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Bayern Munich's Manuel Neuer became the first goalkeeper in 16 years to concede five or more goals without recording a single save in a Champions League (CL) knockout match. This came during Bayern's first leg CL semi-final match against PSG. Bayern were defeated by PSG in the nine-goal match, breaking the record for most goals scored in a CL semi-final.
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Which are the world's 10 deadliest viruses?
Rabies is the world's deadliest virus by fatality rate (100%), with 59,000 deaths per year, according to a post by Market Mind. It's followed by B Virus (80% fatality rate), Lujo Virus (80%), Nipah Virus (40-75%), Hendra Virus (57%), Ebola (50%) and Marburg Virus (50%). H5N1 (50%), CCHF (10-40%) and Mers-CoV (36%) are also in top 10.
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09:29 pm Wednesday, 29 April 2026
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Rabies is the world's deadliest virus by fatality rate (100%), with 59,000 deaths per year, according to a post by Market Mind. It's followed by B Virus (80% fatality rate), Lujo Virus (80%), Nipah Virus (40-75%), Hendra Virus (57%), Ebola (50%) and Marburg Virus (50%). H5N1 (50%), CCHF (10-40%) and Mers-CoV (36%) are also in top 10.
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Cost of AI compute far beyond cost of employees: NVIDIA exec amid tech layoffs
Bryan Catanzaro, VP of applied deep learning at NVIDIA, said the "cost of compute is far beyond the costs of the employees" for his team. His remark comes as major tech companies ramp up AI investments alongside widespread layoffs. According to data from Layoffs.fyi, over 92,000 tech employees have been laid off in 2026 so far across nearly 100 companies.
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09:19 pm Wednesday, 29 April 2026
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Bryan Catanzaro, VP of applied deep learning at NVIDIA, said the "cost of compute is far beyond the costs of the employees" for his team. His remark comes as major tech companies ramp up AI investments alongside widespread layoffs. According to data from Layoffs.fyi, over 92,000 tech employees have been laid off in 2026 so far across nearly 100 companies.
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Ryan Rickelton smashes highest score by an MI player in IPL history
Mumbai Indians (MI) opener Ryan Rickelton smashed unbeaten 123* off 55 deliveries against SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) in their IPL 2026 match on Wednesday. It is the highest-ever score by an MI batter in IPL history and also Rickelton's first-ever hundred in IPL. Rickelton hit 10 fours and eight sixes in his knock.
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09:40 pm Wednesday, 29 April 2026
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Mumbai Indians (MI) opener Ryan Rickelton smashed unbeaten 123* off 55 deliveries against SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) in their IPL 2026 match on Wednesday. It is the highest-ever score by an MI batter in IPL history and also Rickelton's first-ever hundred in IPL. Rickelton hit 10 fours and eight sixes in his knock.
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TMC to win 146-149 out of 294 seats in WB: Delhi Satta Bazaar
Satta Bazaar projections from the Delhi market suggest a tight contest in West Bengal, with ruling TMC, led by Mamata Banerjee, edging closer to majority mark of 148. It is projected to win 146–149 of the 294 seats, while the BJP is estimated to secure 140–143 seats. Two exit polls have predicted that the BJP would cross the halfway mark.
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09:37 pm Wednesday, 29 April 2026
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Satta Bazaar projections from the Delhi market suggest a tight contest in West Bengal, with ruling TMC, led by Mamata Banerjee, edging closer to majority mark of 148. It is projected to win 146–149 of the 294 seats, while the BJP is estimated to secure 140–143 seats. Two exit polls have predicted that the BJP would cross the halfway mark.
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Only Elon Musk can fire Elon Musk from SpaceX, reveals IPO filing
Billionaire SpaceX Founder Elon Musk can only be fired from his role as CEO and Chairman of the board with his consent, reported Reuters citing the firm's IPO filing. The filing stated that Musk can only be removed by the vote of Class B shareholders. After the IPO, Musk will control these super-voting shares, making his removal effectively a self-vote.
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09:58 pm Wednesday, 29 April 2026
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Billionaire SpaceX Founder Elon Musk can only be fired from his role as CEO and Chairman of the board with his consent, reported Reuters citing the firm's IPO filing. The filing stated that Musk can only be removed by the vote of Class B shareholders. After the IPO, Musk will control these super-voting shares, making his removal effectively a self-vote.
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Singer Swagatha accuses composer of serial sexual abuse, calls him 'Epstein of Madras'
Singer Swagatha S Krishnan has alleged that a Tamil music director sexually abused and threatened her in his studio. She added that the man had followed a similar pattern with other women as well. Swagatha further labelled him as 'Epstein of Madras'. "I felt like the parts of my body he touched shouldn’t exist," she stated.
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09:51 pm Wednesday, 29 April 2026
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Singer Swagatha S Krishnan has alleged that a Tamil music director sexually abused and threatened her in his studio. She added that the man had followed a similar pattern with other women as well. Swagatha further labelled him as 'Epstein of Madras'. "I felt like the parts of my body he touched shouldn’t exist," she stated.
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Govt proposes rules to allow 85-100% ethanol-blended fuels in vehicles
The government has issued a draft notification proposing amendments to the Central Motor Vehicles Rules to allow the use of higher ethanol-blended fuels in vehicles. The proposal includes provisions for E85 fuel, a blend of 85% ethanol with petrol, and E100, which is essentially ethanol. India achieved its target of 20% ethanol blending (E20) in petrol last year.
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10:13 pm Wednesday, 29 April 2026
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The government has issued a draft notification proposing amendments to the Central Motor Vehicles Rules to allow the use of higher ethanol-blended fuels in vehicles. The proposal includes provisions for E85 fuel, a blend of 85% ethanol with petrol, and E100, which is essentially ethanol. India achieved its target of 20% ethanol blending (E20) in petrol last year.
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700 CAPF companies to stay in West Bengal after polls: Official
Around 700 companies of the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) will continue to remain deployed across West Bengal after polling concludes, an EC official said. The deployment aims to maintain peace and ensure no untoward incidents occur during the post-poll period. CAPF personnel will stay in the state until further orders. Counting of votes will be held on May 4.
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10:13 pm Wednesday, 29 April 2026
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Around 700 companies of the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) will continue to remain deployed across West Bengal after polling concludes, an EC official said. The deployment aims to maintain peace and ensure no untoward incidents occur during the post-poll period. CAPF personnel will stay in the state until further orders. Counting of votes will be held on May 4.
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YouTuber Lakhan Arjun accuses house help of spitting on utensils, shares CCTV footage
YouTuber Lakhan Arjun Rawat, while sharing CCTV footage from his home, accused his house help of spitting on utensils, raising concerns around hygiene and trust in domestic help. "Be careful with your home staff. Installing CCTV was the right idea as my wife was suspicious of his activities. This is becoming too common now," Rawat wrote on X.
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10:21 pm Wednesday, 29 April 2026
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YouTuber Lakhan Arjun Rawat, while sharing CCTV footage from his home, accused his house help of spitting on utensils, raising concerns around hygiene and trust in domestic help. "Be careful with your home staff. Installing CCTV was the right idea as my wife was suspicious of his activities. This is becoming too common now," Rawat wrote on X.
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