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Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps says it targeted an Israel-linked ship in the Strait of Hormuz in a drone attack, setting it on fire. “A drone struck the vessel … linked to the Zionist regime in the Strait of Hormuz; the ship caught fire,” the Guards naval forces post on X, adding that the ship was called the MSC Ishyka.

The government has announced an extension of the ongoing Budget session of Parliament by three days, on April 16, 17 and 18, to fast-track steps for operationalising 33 per cent reservation for women in Parliament and state assemblies.

The State Department has added business formal dress code guidance to its internal policy manual for the first time, establishing department-wide standards for employee attire. The changes, implemented in recent days in the Foreign Affairs Manual — the department’s central repository for policies — mark the first time the agency has formally codified expectations for how diplomats and staff should dress in official settings.

Russia has accused Ukraine of launching drone attacks on the TurkStream gas pipeline in southern Russia, which supplies energy to EU nations including Hungary and Serbia. Gazprom reported repelling attacks on critical compressor stations in March/April 2026, labelling the actions "energy terrorism" aimed at disrupting European supply.

Israel’s military renewed its strikes on the southern Lebanese city of Tyre on Saturday (April 4, 2026) after issuing evacuation warnings, following attacks on nearby buildings that damaged a hospital in the city. Israel has carried out strikes across Lebanon and launched a ground invasion in the south after Hezbollah entered the war in West Asia on the side of its backer Iran on March 2.

US President Donald Trump says Iran has 48 hours to "make a deal" or open the Strait of Hormuz before "Hell will reign down on them". In his angry tone Trump spells rain as reign. Tensions explode as Trump issues a final 48-hour warning to Iran. Two US fighter jets have been downed, and one airman remains missing after 24 hours. Search-and-rescue operations are intensifying as the world watches this high-stakes crisis unfold.

US and Iranian forces are searching for a missing American crew member after a US warplane was shot down. It's not known what has happened to the missing crew member. A pilot who was also on board has been rescued. Iranian security forces have launched a combing operation in the region for the airman, bounty offered to find the pilot alive. Watch the report to know how US forces are operating behind enemy lines to save their soldier.

Footage released by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) showed US fighter jets being hit by surface-to-air missiles and appears to have been captured by optical and infrared (IR) sensors rather than a traditional radar-based tracking system.

Over the years, Pinkathon has grown into a nationwide movement that goes beyond running, creating a strong community that inspires women to take charge of their physical and mental well-being.

Actor Saqib Saleem, in an exclusive chat with WION, talked about his recent project, Kaptaan. In the series, he played the role of a police officer for the first time, and speaking about it, the actor discussed the challenges and why there was no space for declining this project, among other things.

Soleimani, who led the Quds Force faction of the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps, was killed in a US drone strike ordered by President Donald Trump during his first term while he was in the Iraqi capital Baghdad in January 2020.

The potential shake-up follows Bondi’s ouster this week and the earlier departure of homeland security secretary Kristi Noem last month. Although no cabinet member was confirmed as certain to be dismissed, multiple officials were reportedly vulnerable.

Erling Haaland netted twice late in the first half of the quarter-final at the Etihad Stadium and completed his treble after the interval following an Antoine Semenyo strike.

The A-10 Warthog has survived decades of retirement plans. With a 30mm cannon, titanium armour, and unmatched loiter time, this Cold War-era jet remains the top choice for close air support because no modern fighter can fully replace its role.

The A-10 Warthog provides critical close air support using low-altitude precision, a 30mm cannon, and heavy titanium armour to protect pilots and infantry during combat operations.

The A-10 Warthog survives heavy battle damage using a 540-kilogramme titanium cockpit, redundant flight controls, and widely spaced twin engines, allowing it to fly even with missing parts.

The University of Science and Technology in northern Tehran, was targeted in US-Israeli strike which caused damage to buildings but resulted in no casualties, said Iranian Authorities.

Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, the movie is an on-screen adaptation of Valmiki's Ramayana. Starring Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, the first part of the movie will release in Diwali 2026.

The ultimatum comes amid the ongoing US‑Israel campaign against Iran, now in its fourth week, during which Tehran has effectively restricted maritime traffic through Hormuz