Top 10 world news: US warns of major Iranian strikes on Israel, Rajnath Singh hits out at Pakistan; and more

The United States believes that an Iranian attack on Israel is imminent, and the only question is when exactly will it happen, Bloomberg reported on Wednesday (Apr 10). In other news, As international mediators are proposing a six-to-eight weeks cease-fire, Hamas said Wednesday (Apr 10) that they do not have 40 hostages still alive who can meet the humanitarian criteria.

US warns of major Iranian strikes on Israel, raises concerns of war escalating

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The United States believes that an Iranian attack on Israel is imminent, and the only question is when exactly will it happen, Bloomberg reported on Wednesday (Apr 10). The report coincided with Tehran's warning as supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, also said on Wednesday that Israel "must be punished and it shall be" for attacking the Iranian embassy compound in Syria.

Hamas denies having 40 hostages that meet criteria under ceasefire talks

As international mediators are proposing a six-to-eight weeks cease-fire, Hamas said Wednesday (Apr 10) that they do not have 40 hostages still alive who can meet the humanitarian criteria. This added another roadblock to the negotiations as it not only raised concerns about the derailing of a potential ceasefire but also on the number and condition of the hostages held by the militant group.

Rajnath Singh hits out at Pakistan; 'take help from India to combat terrorism'

India's Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday (Apr 11) launched a scathing attack on Pakistan stating that if the country finds itself incapable of eliminating terrorism originating from its territory, it must take New Delhi's help.Singh further warned Islamabad to be ready to face dire consequences if it tries to destabilise India via terrorism.

Apple warns of Pegasus-style spyware in India, 91 other countries

Apple has issued a global alert to users in India and 91 other countries, cautioning them about the potential threat of a Pegasus-type "mercenary spyware." This spyware has the capability to infiltrate iPhones from afar.In its alert, Apple highlightedthe sophisticated nature of spyware attacks, particularly those carried out by entities like the NSO Group's Pegasus.

OJ Simpson dies of cancer at the age of 76

Former NFL football player, OJ Simpson on Thursday (Apr 11) died after a battle with cancer, his family said in astatement.

Female billionaire sentenced to death for multi-billion dollar fraud in Vietnam

Vietnamese billionaire Truong My Lan was sentenced to death for her involvement in the country's biggest fraud caseof $27 billionfrom Saigon Commercial Bank (SCB) over a decade.Prosecutors revealed on Thursday (April 11) that the scam's total damages now stand at $27 billion, equivalent to nearly 3 per centof Vietnam's gross domestic product (GDP), despite initial reports indicating $12.5 billion had been embezzled, as reported by the Guardian.

FBI concerned over potential 'organised attack' in US after Russian concert hall shooting

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has expressed concerns over the likelihood of a potent coordinated assault in the United States that can be similar to the attack that claimed the lives of thousands at a Russian concert hall in March. The director of the FBI plans to inform a House of Representatives panel on the issue on Thursday (Apr 11).

Tesla can make $3.6 billion in revenue from EV sales in India by 2030. Here's how

Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has confirmed plans for his inaugural visit to India, where he will meetPrime Minister Narendra Modi later this month. During this visit, he is expected to announce majorinvestments in the electric vehicle (EV) sector.

India: CBI arrests BRS leader K Kavitha in connection with Delhi liquor policy scam

Bharat Rasthra Samithi (BRS) leader K Kavitha was on Thursday (Apr 11) arrested by India's Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) over her alleged involvement in a corruption case that is further connected to the Delhi excise policy scandal.

Monte Carlo Masters: India's Sumit Nagal bows out in second round despite impressive showing against Rune

After creating history by becoming the first Indian male tennis player to win the main draw round of the Monte Carlo Masters (after beating Matteo Arnaldi in the first round), Sumit Nagal went down fighting in the second round against world no.7 Holger Rune in three sets. Nagal gave a tough fight to the top-ranked tennis star in the second set of the game that was played across two days due to rain interference.