Times of India

A gunman opened fire at Harvard Square station in Boston, causing panic and a temporary shelter-in-place order from Harvard University. The suspect fired several shots on the Red Line platform, apparently targeting an individual, before fleeing. While no injuries were reported, the incident disrupted transit services and prompted an ongoing police investigation, raising public safety concerns.

Sunny Deol's 'Jaat,' also featuring Randeep Hooda and Vineet Kumar Singh, is performing well at the box office, earning ₹74.55 crore in eleven days. Despite a controversy over a church scene, which was later removed, and competition from Akshay Kumar's 'Kesari 2,' 'Jaat' saw decent growth over the second weekend. It made ₹5 crore on Sunday.

Israel revoked the entry visas of 27 French lawmakers and officials, citing threats to national interests, just before their planned visit to Israel and Palestinian territories. The group, comprised of left-wing members, said it intended to promote peace and cooperation. This action, denounced as collective punishment, follows similar incidents involving British and European politicians, highlighting tensions over Palestinian statehood recognition.

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is under scrutiny for allegedly sharing sensitive military information about Yemen operations in a private Signal group, his second such incident. The group included his wife, brother, and personal lawyer. This follows an earlier leak involving National Security Advisor Mike Waltz, prompting a Pentagon investigation.

Aaron Rodgers' prolonged indecision regarding the Pittsburgh Steelers' contract offer has sparked humorous reactions, including trolling from former teammate David Bakhtiari. As Rodgers remains non-committal, the Steelers are exploring options like Shedeur Sanders in the upcoming NFL Draft. Rodgers' philosophical approach contrasts with the Steelers' urgency to secure their quarterback future, creating a tense waiting game.

Nearly 300 families, displaced by riots in Murshidabad following protests against the Centre's new Waqf law, returned to their homes from a Malda school. This "reverse migration" happened as a TMC delegation visited the family of two men killed in the violence in Jafrabad. Authorities are arranging relief for those whose homes were damaged.

In Chhatarpur, Madhya Pradesh, a shocking incident occurred at a state-run district hospital where a 77-year-old man, Udhal Lal Joshi, was allegedly assaulted by Dr. Rajesh Mishra and an assistant.

Mala Papalkar, a visually challenged woman rescued from a dustbin at Jalgaon railway station 25 years ago, overcame immense odds. After clearing the MPSC exam, she is now poised to begin her career as a revenue assistant in Nagpur collectorate. Her journey from abandonment to public service is truly inspiring.

Bangladesh has refuted India's accusations of systematic minority persecution following the death of Hindu leader Bhabesh Chandra Roy. India condemned the killing as part of a pattern and urged protection for minorities. Bangladesh insists it protects all citizens equally, regardless of religion. Authorities are investigating Roy's death, citing no immediate signs of injury and cautioning against inciteful commentary.

With the national labour codes awaiting implementation, numerous states are proactively amending their labour laws to attract investments and boost manufacturing. These changes include raising the retrenchment threshold, increasing worker limits for Factories and Contract Labour Acts, and permitting women to work night shifts.

Maharashtra's Language Advisory Committee has publicly opposed the introduction of Hindi as a third language for students in Classes I to V, sparking debate and putting the state government on the defensive. The committee argues the move is academically unjustified and not in line with students' psychology.

After a brief respite due to recent wet spells, northwest and central India are bracing for another heatwave. The IMD forecasts a gradual temperature increase of 2-3 degrees Celsius in northwest India over the next five days, with isolated pockets of south UP, MP, Rajasthan, Haryana, and Vidarbha likely to experience heatwave conditions.

Delhi Police is investigating whether alterations at a ground-floor meat shop triggered the collapse of a four-storey building in Mustafabad, resulting in 11 deaths. The FIR indicates unauthorized construction work at the shop just before the incident. Authorities are also probing potential seepage and will examine building approvals and compliance, while grieving families search for lost belongings amidst the rubble.

Donald Trump hinted at a potential Russia-Ukraine peace agreement this week, suggesting it could lead to lucrative business opportunities with the U.S. However, Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned that Washington might withdraw from peace efforts if progress isn't swift. Despite negotiations, Moscow demands Kyiv halt military mobilization and Western arms supplies, hindering a comprehensive ceasefire.

President Zelenskyy accused Russian forces of over 2,000 ceasefire violations during the announced Easter truce, citing numerous assaults and shelling incidents. Despite this, he noted the absence of air raid alerts and proposed a cessation of long-range drone strikes on civilian infrastructure for at least 30 days.

Across Vidarbha, Yavatmal's Phanse Pardhi settlements face a severe water crisis as temperatures soar. Women risk their lives daily, walking kilometers to fetch water from uncovered wells due to the failure of government schemes and lack of infrastructure. Classified as encroachments, these communities are excluded from basic amenities, highlighting the urgent need for government intervention to alleviate their suffering.

A Punjab cop's action of kneeling on a protester during a demonstration in Anandpur Sahib has drawn comparisons to George Floyd's case, sparking outrage and accusations of Punjab becoming a "police state." Opposition parties, farm groups, and others have criticized Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, citing his past promises against police brutality.