latest news

Will Jacks joins the Mumbai Indians camp ahead of the marquee IPL 2026 clash against CSK. Is he set to debut at Wankhede? Read the latest updates here.

India is set to introduce E85 fuel, a blend of 85% ethanol and petrol, with draft rules expected soon. Backed by market consensus and testing, E85 will be separate from E20 and require compatible engines, supporting cleaner energy and reducing oil dependence amid global supply concerns.

Donald Trump declares the US is in a "very strong" position ahead of high-stakes peace talks with Iran in Islamabad. With the April 22 ceasefire deadline approaching, Trump warns of renewed strikes if a "final deal" is not reached.

Nepal will pay government employees fortnightly to boost economic circulation and spending. While technically feasible, the shift from monthly payments requires legal amendments to the current Civil Service Act.

Campaigning for Phase-1 of the West Bengal elections has officially ended, setting the stage for voting across 152 constituencies on April 23. With over 8,000 polling booths marked as super sensitive, security has been significantly tightened to ensure smooth and peaceful voting. The first phase is crucial and could shape the momentum for the rest of the elections, as political parties brace for a high-stakes contest across key districts.

Taiwan said on Tuesday it had cancelled President Lai Ching-Te's trip to Eswatini this week, accusing ​China of pressing three other African countries to revoke permission ‌for his aircraft to overfly their territories. The small southern African nation of Eswatini is one of only 12 countries to retain formal ties with Chinese-claimed ​Taiwan. Lai was due to leave on Wednesday for the ​40th anniversary of King Mswati III's accession.

Campaigning for the Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections 2026 has come to a close, setting the stage for a high-stakes political showdown. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah intensified attacks on the DMK, while Chief Minister MK Stalin wrapped up his campaign with a major roadshow in Chennai. Actor-turned-politician Vijay also drew huge crowds in Coimbatore, adding a new dynamic to the race. With the 48-hour silence period kicking in, all eyes are now on polling day.

South Korean music mogul Bang Si-Hyuk has been named in a financial fraud case. Bang is the founder of talent agency HYBE, whis manages the popular K-pop boy band BTS.

The Japanese government under Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has approved a major defense policy shift, allowing the export of lethal weapons, including warships and missiles, departing from its post-war pacifist stance. This policy, approved by the cabinet, lifts a ban on transferring offensive weapons to 17 partner countries.

A meeting between JD Vance and Norwegian fugitive Umar Farooq Zahoor in Islamabad has sparked scrutiny. Despite fraud allegations in Norway, Zahoor maintains high-level access and official honours in Pakistan.

Apple is set for a major leadership transition as John Ternus prepares to take over as CEO, succeeding Tim Cook. After years of steering the tech giant to record highs, Cook is expected to move into the role of Executive Chairman, marking a new chapter for the company. Ternus, known for his role in Apple’s hardware innovation, now faces the challenge of leading one of the world’s most valuable companies into its next phase of growth and competition.

US President Donald Trump said the US is in a strong position for a deal with Iran ahead of Islamabad talks, as Tehran signalled no plans to attend and tensions persist despite a fragile ceasefire.

Burundi is in the grips of a mystery disease as all tests have ruled out the known culprits, such as Ebola, Marburg and yellow fever. WHO is working with local officials to investigate the cause and understand how the disease is spreading.

A new study has revealed a disturbing impact of drug pollution in water bodies—cocaine and its byproducts are altering fish behavior. Researchers found that exposed fish, including salmon, become more vulnerable to predators due to impaired instincts and reactions. Even more concerning, the chemical byproducts of cocaine may be more harmful than the drug itself. The findings highlight a growing environmental issue that often goes unnoticed: how human drug use is silently affecting aquatic ecosystems.

Nearly 40 people were expected to have been present in the shed during the blast, out of them multiple sustained burn injuries, and several were reported to be in critical condition.

A severe infestation of rats and fleas is sweeping through Gaza’s displacement camps as spring temperatures rise. With sanitation services collapsed and waste piling up, health officials warn of a looming outbreak of hantavirus and skin diseases among 1.7 million displaced Palestinians.

Palantir Technologies’ manifesto linked to The Technological Republic triggers reactions, critics warn of “technofascism” and unchecked corporate-military power, an AI-driven threat “to add to nuclear Armageddon, the AI-driven threat to humanity’s existence.”

The two-week ceasefire between the two countries US and Iran is ending on Wednesday (April 22) but the second round of talks in Islamabad is yet to be confirmed.

Campaigning for the Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections 2026 has come to a close, setting the stage for a high-stakes political showdown. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah intensified attacks on the DMK, while Chief Minister MK Stalin wrapped up his campaign with a major roadshow in Chennai. Actor-turned-politician Vijay also drew huge crowds in Coimbatore, adding a new dynamic to the race. With the 48-hour silence period kicking in, all eyes are now on polling day.