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A tragic attack on a hospital in Sudan has left 64 people dead, including 13 children, as emergency teams rush to assist the injured. The World Health Organization (WHO) chief called for an immediate halt to violence, saying, “enough blood has been spilled.” The incident highlights the human toll of the ongoing conflict in Sudan and raises urgent concerns about civilian safety and medical access in war zones.

US‑Iran tensions have surged as President Trump issued a 48‑hour ultimatum to Iran to fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz — threatening to obliterate Iranian power plants if Tehran fails to comply. At the same time, Iran launched one of its most destructive missile barrages on Israel since the war began, striking key regions and escalating regional conflict with deadly force.

A tragic attack on a hospital in Sudan has left 64 people dead, including 13 children, as emergency teams rush to assist the injured. The World Health Organization (WHO) chief called for an immediate halt to violence, saying, “enough blood has been spilled.” The incident highlights the human toll of the ongoing conflict in Sudan and raises urgent concerns about civilian safety and medical access in war zones.

IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir says that the military is about halfway through its campaign against Iran. “We are halfway through, but the direction is clear. In about a week, on Passover, the holiday of freedom, we will continue to fight for our freedom and our future,” he says in a video statement.

OpenAI has begun testing ads for ChatGPT users on its Free and Go subscription tiers in the US. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), the company said that ads do not influence ChatGPT’s answers and are clearly labelled as sponsored, with visual separation from responses. OpenAI said the goal of introducing ads is to keep ChatGPT free for a wider audience with fewer usage limits. The change applies only to lower-cost plans, while paid tiers such as Plus, Pro, Business, Enterprise, and Education will remain ad-free.

HMS Anson, a 97-meter Astute-class nuclear submarine of the Royal Navy, has been repositioned in the Arabian Sea within striking range of Iran, equipped with Tomahawk missiles and advanced sonar detection systems.

US Congressman Greg Landsman introduced a resolution seeking formal recognition of the 1971 atrocities against Bangladesh Hindus as genocide, citing Operation Searchlight and the historic Archer Blood telegram's warnings.

Air fares are set to rise after the Air India Group announced it will introduce a ₹400 fuel surcharge on domestic flights, while international passengers will have to pay an additional $10–50 over the existing surcharge amid a surge in aviation fuel prices.

Six people were killed after a Qatari helicopter crashed in regional waters. Authorities confirmed the deaths following search operations.

Modi has also served as the longest-serving Chief Minister of Gujarat and is the Prime Minister with the longest prior experience as a Chief Minister.

Zendaya is all geared up for the release of her upcoming film The Drama, which also stars Robert Pattinson. However, Tom Holland turned up her biggest supporter by promoting the movie.

The US-Israel-Iran war has entered its 23rd day with no signs of de-escalation. Follow latest updates, analysis, and key developments from the ongoing West Asia conflict here.

Iranian missiles struck Arad and Dimona in southern Israel, areas located close to the country’s key nuclear research facility in the Negev region. The attack left over 100 people injured, with visible damage including a large crater and destroyed structures. Israeli officials say multiple intercept attempts failed, raising concerns over the effectiveness of air defences against heavy warheads. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed to respond “on all fronts,” as tensions around nuclear-linked sites push the conflict into a more dangerous phase.

Rakesh Bedi is currently enjoying the success of Dhurandhar: The Revenge. Recently, an old clip featuring the veteran actor went viral, and fans are claiming that the actor "manifested" Dhurandhar.

Iran said it is ready to cooperate with the UN maritime agency to ensure Gulf shipping safety but blamed US-Israel strikes for the Hormuz crisis, saying the strait is open except to “enemy-linked” vessels.

Iran has launched strikes targeting critical Gulf energy infrastructure after earlier attacks on its strategic South Pars gas field, marking a sharp escalation in the ongoing US-Iran war. The retaliation reportedly hit major oil and gas facilities across Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, the UAE, and Bahrain, disrupting operations and raising fears of a wider regional energy conflict.

Iranian ballistic missiles have struck the Israeli towns of Dimona and Arad near its main nuclear research center. Meanwhile, Donald Trump has given Iran 48 hours to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran’s embassy in South Africa mocks Donald Trump using an unverified quote attributed to his mother, highlighting rising information warfare amid escalating US-Iran tensions.

Rajasthan Royals (RR) look to have one of the strongest squads going into the 19th season of the Indian Premier League. Here's who all made it to their final 25 for IPL 2026.