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Trinamool Congress criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his jhalmuri break in Jhargram, alleging it caused Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren to be denied chopper landing and return without campaigning for Mamata Banerjee. The party accused Modi of displaying an anti-Adivasi mindset and humiliating elected leaders, claiming his actions prioritized photo opportunities over democratic rights.

Stock market today: Sensex and Nifty opened in red on Monday on weak global cues as the closure of Strait of Hormuz led to an increase in oil prices. However the market quickly revered losses to move in green territory.

What is delimitation, and how does it work in India? What changes were proposed in the 131st Constitutional Amendment Bill? Why was an increase in Lok Sabha seats proposed? What concerns did the Opposition raise against the Bills? What is the way forward?

Dr. Pardeshi, in his address, spoke about his work in student verification, campaigns against illegal construction, projects during the COVID-19 period, and training of administrative staff

How does the new wage structure balance worker welfare and industrial stability?

Campaigning for M. H. Jawahirullah, candidate of the DMK-led alliance from Nagapattinam, she addressed voters near Nellukadai Mariamman Temple and sought support for the alliance

The Pakistan Cricket Board acknowledged no formal contract was sent to Blessing Muzarabani for the PSL but defended his two-year ban, citing a verbal agreement. Muzarabani's agent refuted this, stating a contract is needed for an NOC, and called the ban excessive. The dispute arose after Muzarabani opted for the IPL over the PSL.

A shocking incident unfolded near Pamurayi village where a 17-year-old student was brutally murdered by his uncle. Driven by suspicion of an illicit affair with his wife, the uncle allegedly lured the boy to an isolated factory. Following a heated argument, the enraged uncle attacked the teenager with beer bottles and cement bricks, leading to his death.

“Mass detentions without presenting grounds for arrest or copies of FIRs, and the failure to name specific persons in the FIRs, are among the illegal means through which the police have acted,” said an advocate

Ashok Sharma is being touted as the next big thing from India's fast bowling stable. But in his village, Rampura, on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway, around 35 km from Rajasthan's capital Jaipur, his family speaks about his biggest dream -- the blue jersey. Ashok Sharma has picked up six wickets in five matches this season so far for Gujarat Titans.

AI expert Yann LeCun disagrees with Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei's forecast of AI eliminating many entry-level jobs. LeCun suggests economists are better equipped to analyze technological impacts on employment. Amodei previously warned AI could replace a significant portion of white-collar roles within five years, calling AI a general labor substitute.

​Stock market recommendations: Bharat Electronics, and MTAR Technologies are the top stock recommendations by Motilal Oswal Wealth Management Research Desk for this trading week starting April 20, 2026. The brokerage shares the target prices and rationale.

As Mamata Banerjee seeks a fourth straight term, SIR — which has deleted or put under adjudication one in 10 of the state’s voters — has eclipsed incumbency, recasting Bengal’s election as a struggle over identity and exclusion

Priyansh Arya smashed a blistering 93 off 37 balls against Lucknow Super Giants. His innings powered Punjab Kings to a massive 254/7. Punjab Kings successfully defended the total, restricting LSG to 200/5. Arya's performance earned him Player of the Match. This win keeps Punjab Kings at the top of the table.

The US Navy intercepted and boarded an Iranian-flagged cargo vessel, the TOUSKA, in the Gulf of Oman after it ignored warnings and attempted to bypass a blockade. The USS Spruance disabled the ship's propulsion, and US Marines took custody. In retaliation, Iran launched drones towards US warships.

Sharmila accused the Central Government of linking the issue with delimitation for political gain, and described the Prime Minister as an “opportunist”

Iran has rejected further peace talks with the United States, citing excessive demands, shifting positions, and ongoing naval confrontations. Tehran blames Washington's "coercive measures," including a naval blockade and recent maritime incidents, for the breakdown in diplomacy and a negative atmosphere for negotiations.

The crime took place at Kidwai Nagar’s Trimoorti Apartment in the Naubasta area

Young batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is continuing his fiery form in IPL 2026, becoming Rajasthan Royals' highest run-getter with 246 runs in 6 matches at a strike rate of 236.54. The 15-year-old aims to contribute to the senior Indian team after fulfilling his father's dream of playing in the World Cup.

Akshay Kumar's 'Bhooth Bangla' is a box office hit, surpassing 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge' and earning Rs 58 crore net in India by Sunday. Despite mixed critical reviews, the horror-comedy's humor and unique plot have resonated with audiences. The film, directed by Priyadarshan, also marks a reunion after 16 years and is the late Asrani's final film. Read on to know more in detail.