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A machete-wielding man killed four children at a nursery in Kampala, Uganda. Police have arrested him while investigating the motive behind the attack.

Marking Shaneil Deo’s directorial debut, this ambitious project, which is shot in Hindi as well Telugu, is produced by Supriya Yarlagadda, co-produced by Suniel Narang, and presented by Annapurna Studios.

ECI announced 2026 Assembly polls for West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Assam, and Puducherry, with voting across April and counting on May 4. By-elections in six states will also be held. Key states see single or multi-phase voting amid high political stakes and large electorates.

The ED conducted fresh raids on I-PAC executives in Bengaluru, Delhi, and Hyderabad on Thursday. The searches are part of an ongoing probe into the West Bengal coal smuggling case involving Rishi Raj Singh.

Vijay's Jana Gana Mana is not the film that's been waiting for its release day since January. As the world waits for the release, the actor has addressed the delay, saying that it was part of the conspiracy.

As announced on Thursday (April 2), MCA revealed plans to build a new 100,000-capacity stadium in the MMR. The project will be led by Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis and is set to become the second venue with a capacity exceeding 100,000, following Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium.

Rosatom begins final evacuation of staff from Iran’s Bushehr nuclear plant after repeated strikes. Around 50 volunteers remain to maintain operations.

The tech industry is undergoing a major reset in 2026, with giants like Oracle, Amazon, and Atlassian cutting thousands of jobs. The layoffs aren’t just about cost-cutting—they reflect a deeper shift toward AI, automation, and infrastructure investments, as companies reshape their future in a rapidly evolving digital economy.

Global markets are on edge after Donald Trump vowed to hit Iran “extremely hard,” triggering a sharp spike in oil prices. Crude surged over 7–9%, while gas prices have already jumped nearly 36% in recent weeks. Investors fear prolonged conflict could disrupt supply routes, pushing fuel costs even higher and deepening global economic uncertainty.

Britain is hosting the talks aimed at forming a coalition of countries to explore ways to reopen the Strait of Hormuz after US President Donald Trump said that it was the responsibility of countries that rely on the waterway to ensure it was open.

U.S. President Donald Trump has signalled that the Iran war could end soon, claiming that America’s “core strategic objectives” are close to being achieved. In recent statements, Trump insisted the U.S. “holds all the cards” and suggested the conflict could wind down within weeks, even without a formal deal.

The escalating conflict with Iran is casting a shadow over the US job market, as rising oil prices and economic uncertainty begin to bite. Experts warn hiring could slow, with some companies already freezing recruitment. Goldman Sachs estimates the shock could cost around 10,000 jobs per month, while higher fuel costs add pressure on businesses and consumers alike.

Menus are developed with space food specialists and the crew to balance calorie intake, hydration and nutrients while respecting the spacecraft’s strict limits on mass, volume and power.

Nitesh Tiwari is bringing the story of Ramayana to the big screen. Starring Bollywood superstar Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama along with Kannada star Yash and actress Sai Pallavi.

Global markets are on edge after Donald Trump vowed to hit Iran “extremely hard,” triggering a sharp spike in oil prices. Crude surged over 7–9%, while gas prices have already jumped nearly 36% in recent weeks. Investors fear prolonged conflict could disrupt supply routes, pushing fuel costs even higher and deepening global economic uncertainty.

Tensions are sharply rising as Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf warns that any US ground move could face fierce retaliation from Iran. His remarks come amid growing military build-up and fears of escalation with the United States. Officials say Iran is closely watching troop movements, with strong rhetoric signaling the situation could spiral further.

A sharp drop in jet fuel exports from China is sending shockwaves across global aviation, with supplies reportedly down nearly 40% in March. Airlines in Taiwan and beyond are raising surcharges as costs surge, while buyers scramble for alternatives. Concerns are also mounting in Australia, where reserves have fallen to critical levels. The tightening supply is fuelling fears of higher airfares, disrupted routes, and prolonged pressure on the aviation industry worldwide.

Iran’s control over the Strait of Hormuz and yuan-based oil payments signal pressure on the petrodollar system. Here’s what it means.

While blood scarcity has turned into a silent crisis globally, people in America are putting conditions on the kind of blood they would accept. Demand for unvaccinated blood in the country has seen a spike, and people could soon legally demand such blood.