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A rare and intense public clash has erupted between US President Donald Trump and Pope Leo, with Trump calling the pontiff “weak on crime” and refusing to apologise despite mounting backlash. The row deepened after Trump shared—and later deleted—controversial images depicting himself in a Christ-like form. The dispute stems from sharp differences over the Iran conflict, highlighting a growing divide between political power and moral authority on the global stage.

SRH have signed Sri Lankan left-arm pacer Dilshan Madushanka as an injury replacement for Brydon Carse. With Pat Cummins nearing a comeback and uncapped stars Praful Hinge and Sakib Hussain in top form, find out how the SRH pace attack looks now.

On Monday, the US military further clarified the scope of the operation, stating that the blockade zone extends eastwards into the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea.

Akshay Kumar, who is busy promoting his next film Bhooth Bangla, recently revealed that how his son Aarav was scared of Vidya Balan for six long years. Vidya had famously played Manjulika in Bhool Bhulaiyaa.

Sudan’s devastating civil war has entered its fourth year, with no clear end in sight. The United Nations has raised alarm over the growing risk of regional instability, as violence intensifies across the country. Nearly 700 people have reportedly been killed in drone strikes since January alone, underscoring the scale of the crisis. Millions remain affected, as humanitarian conditions worsen and fears of a wider conflict continue to grow.

Zayn Malik recently opened up about his deep connection with India. While he has never visited the country, its music and cinema has been an integral part of his life and artistic journey. Read on to know more.

In a report released Tuesday, days before the 40th anniversary of the Chernobyl disaster, Greenpeace warned that despite some repair works, the confinement function of the NSC "could not be fully restored".

Diplomatic efforts are underway as envoys from Israel and Lebanon head to the US for talks led by Marco Rubio. The discussions aim to ease tensions along the volatile border, but Hezbollah has urged Lebanon’s government to withdraw, warning against engagement. The situation highlights the fragile balance between diplomacy and internal political pressure in the region.

India’s GDP growth forecast was raised by 10 basis points to 6.5% for 2026–27, offering a rare bright spot amid a weakening global outlook.

The UK government is considering a ban on social media access for children under 16 as part of a new initiative to protect young users from online risks. To test the policy, a six-week pilot program will involve 300 teenagers, monitoring how age restrictions could affect social media use, mental health, and online safety.

Two people were killed after the U.S. military carried out a strike on a boat suspected of drug trafficking in the eastern Pacific Ocean, according to officials. The operation was conducted by U.S. Southern Command, which said the vessel was moving along known narcotics-smuggling routes in the region.

Decades-old sanctions continue to cast a long shadow over Iran-US relations, with billions of dollars in Iranian assets still frozen in banks across Asia and Europe since 1979. These funds have now become a key sticking point in ongoing peace efforts, as Tehran pushes for access while Washington remains cautious. The dispute highlights how financial pressure is shaping diplomacy, making any breakthrough more complex and uncertain.

The Bill also seeks to amend Article 82, which governs delimitation after each Census. The proposed change would remove the mandatory requirement that delimitation must follow the first Census after 2026, effectively allowing constituency readjustment based on pre-2026–27 data.

Pat Cummins is likely to return to India by Apr 17 after undergoing a fitness test in Australia, which will decide his availability for Sunrisers Hyderabad in the ongoing IPL season.

The remarks come as Nepal's young Prime Minister Balen Shah, who assumed office in late March, accepted Indian PM Modi's invitation to visit India. Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal had earlier confirmed to WION that PM Balen Shah has accepted PM Modi's invite.

India is currently navigating a "Quantum Leap" in its strategic capabilities across multiple sectors. On April 14, Andhra Pradesh CM launched a quantum reference facility to build India's "first sovereign hardware ecosystem" in quantum technology. Let's check the development in other sectors.

Eric Swalwell faces mounting controversy as Anna Paulina Luna warns of possible jail time over allegations and viral video claims.

In a surprising blend of Bollywood and diplomacy, the Iranian Consulate in Mumbai has gone viral for using Shah Rukh Khan’s legendary 'Om Shanti Om' line to send a pointed message to the US President.

Is Suryakumar Yadav's T20I captaincy at risk? Despite a T20 World Cup win, the BCCI has reportedly put SKY on notice ahead of the UK tour. Read the latest on his "performance-based" future and his upcoming clash against PBKS on April 16.