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President Donald Trump has once again called for a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, saying he's ready to speak directly to both sides. Labeling the ongoing situation as “crazy,” Trump criticized Russia over deadly missile strikes in Kryvyi Rih that killed 20 civilians, including 9 children. As Ukraine urges a swift US response, hopes rise around Trump's claim that a ceasefire deal is close.

His only international appearance was against India in Sydney Test in 2021. He has been hit on the head at least 10 times and the doctors, after last hit in 2024, advised him to give up the game.  Cricket Sports

Turkey is going through its biggest political change in a decade. The country's Republican People's Party is looking to capitalize on sympathy following the arrest of former Eastern Ekrem İmamoğlu. Despite a government crackdown, the Republican People's Party, also known as CHP, is stepping up pressure on Erdogan to call elections. In the absence of İmamoğlu Party chairperson Özgür Özel is leading the charge against the incumbent president. Watch in for more details!

Mass bottlenose dolphin deaths in Florida panicked researchers in 2013. The reason has now been revealed, and it is linked to human activity. World Trending

Bayern currently sit six points clear of defending champions Bayer Leverkusen in the Bundesliga with six games remaining, putting Kane on track for a first title of his career.  Football Sports

Newcastle, still on a high after winning the League Cup last month, are up to fifth in the table, level on points with fourth-placed Chelsea but with a game in hand. Football Sports

Tensions have flared once again in the South China Sea after a Chinese vessel confronted a Philippine ship near Zambales. Manila accuses China of performing dangerous manoeuvres and violating its exclusive economic zone. With repeated coast guard face-offs, the maritime dispute between the two nations is heading toward a serious flashpoint.

Ukraine is facing relentless Russian strikes on key cities including Kyiv, Kryvyi Rih, and Sumy. President Zelensky has warned of intensified aerial attacks, while Ukrainian forces scramble to send undertrained recruits to the frontlines. As Russia uses precision munitions to hit critical infrastructure, ceasefire efforts remain unclear and increasingly unlikely.

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Tensions rise in the region as reports suggest China may be planning an airfield in Bangladesh, a move that could bring it closer to India’s vulnerable Siliguri Corridor—also called the ‘Chicken’s Neck’. In response, India has deployed S-400 systems near the corridor and reinforced military presence. Meanwhile, China, Pakistan, and Bangladesh appear to be aligning in rhetoric and strategy.

Entertainment Bollywood Vicky Kaushal's Chhaava has raced past Shraddha Kapoor's Stree 2 and has now become the seventh highest-grossing film in India.

The US Supreme Court has denied a plea filed by 26/11 attack accused Tahawwur Rana seeking an emergency stay on his extradition. This clears the way for his handover to India. Tahawwur Rana sought a stay on his extradition and surrender to India citing a pending litigation. He had cited the risk of torture and poor health in his failed bids to block extradition. A notice on the Supreme Court's website stated that Tahawwur application has been denied by the court. The Canadian national of Pakistani origin is presently being held at the detention center in Los Angeles. He will be handed over to NIA by FBI on a day to be decided by both sides. It was in February this year that Donald Trump announced the approval to run his extradition during Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Washington DC. Watch in for more details!

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro led a rally Sunday in support of an amnesty law that could free him from criminal charges and eliminate the prison sentences of dozens of supporters who stormed the nation’s congress two years ago to protest the election of his successor, Luis Inacio Lula da Silva.

France's political landscape is going through a dramatic turnaround after far-right leader Marine Le Pen's conviction in an embezzlement case. Thousands are out on the streets again, many in support of Le Pen while there are others who support her conviction. But amid the divide, the National Rally leader is determined to fight for her political future.

Ryanair had a woman escorted off a flight by the police after the airline's in-flight machine did not accept her payment for the chips and cola she bought. World Trending

Entertainment Hollywood The White Lotus season 3: The hit HBO show dropped its lengthy finale on April 6 and fans of the series expressed a mix of emotions.

The Trump administration is under scrutiny after multiple mistaken deportations, including a man wrongfully sent to El Salvador and Ukrainian nationals asked to leave due to an internal error. A judge has slammed US officials for acting "without any lawful authority," fueling fresh concerns over immigration enforcement and administrative negligence.

The visit of Pakistan's Foreign Minister to Bangladesh marks the first bilateral visit in decades, signaling a new era of cooperation and potential economic partnerships.

As global markets tumble, US President Donald Trump vows no pause in new tariffs, especially against China, threatening an additional 50% duty on Chinese imports. He also firmly rejects the EU’s latest proposal for “zero to zero” tariffs on cars and industrial goods, asserting that many nations are now coming forward to negotiate better trade deals. China has strongly pushed back, calling out US pressure tactics.