Times of India

Amid escalating trade tensions, President Trump claimed China desires a meeting, though Beijing hasn't confirmed. Trump cited productive talks with Mexico and Japan. China signals willingness to negotiate if the US shows respect, stabilizes trade policy, addresses sanctions and Taiwan concerns, and appoints a supported negotiator. China insists on equality and mutual benefit for resolving the dispute.

The Calcutta High Court has reserved its decision regarding the continued deployment of central forces in West Bengal's Murshidabad, following recent violent clashes. A suggestion has been made to form a panel to assess the situation and aid rehabilitation. The court is also considering a plea to transfer the investigation of bomb blasts during communal violence to the NIA, while the state government claims the situation is under control.

Bengaluru breeder S Satish's claim of acquiring a Rs 50-crore "wolfdog" has been exposed as a hoax by the Enforcement Directorate (ED). Investigations revealed that Satish did not possess the exotic canine, Cadaboms Okami, nor did he have any documentation to support the alleged purchase.

Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis has been named in Time Magazine's 2025 TIME100 list for his groundbreaking AI research, particularly AlphaFold's protein structure predictions. Sundar Pichai congratulated Hassabis on X. Jennifer Doudna, a Nobel laureate, lauded Hassabis's interdisciplinary approach, noting his AI tools are accelerating discoveries in biology and medicine, helping tackle genetic diseases and climate challenges.

Following Tahawwur Hussain Rana's extradition, India's Ministry of External Affairs urged Pakistan to take action against those responsible for the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks. Rana, a key accused, is now in NIA custody for interrogation regarding the broader conspiracy, which targeted multiple Indian cities.

The Madras high court has cautioned the Tamil Nadu Police to file an FIR against DMK minister K Ponmudy for his disrespectful remarks about women, or face contempt charges. This warning follows demands from BJP leaders for action against Ponmudy. While Ponmudy has apologized and been removed from his party post, he remains a minister.

In a recent interview, Kane Williamson, a modern "Fab Four" member, identified his "upcoming Fab Five" for cricketing greatness. He listed Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill, Rachin Ravindra, Harry Brook, and Cameron Green as players with the potential to become future legends. These young stars have already begun making significant impacts with their unique skills and performances in Test cricket.

The Bombay High Court has issued summons to Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis regarding a petition challenging his 2024 victory in the Nagpur South West assembly seat. Congress' Prafulla Vinodrao Gudadhe filed the petition, alleging procedural lapses and corrupt practices during the election. The court has set a returnable date for the summons on May 8.

NASA has revealed a 328-foot-wide hole on Mars, potentially a gateway to subterranean caves that could harbor alien life. These pits, formed by meteor impacts, might offer protection from harsh surface conditions and preserve essential ingredients for life. This discovery fuels exploration plans, with future missions aiming to explore these subsurface environments for potential habitats and signs of Martian life.

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. hit his first home run of the 2025 MLB season during a game between the Toronto Blue Jays and Atlanta Braves. His reaction to the home run, which included an expletive, caught the attention of Braves announcer Brandon Gaudin. This occurred after Guerrero Jr. signed a $500 million extension deal with the Blue Jays.

Sunny Deol's 'Jaat' continues its box office run, earning an estimated ₹1.52 Cr on Day 8, bringing its total close to ₹60 crore. The action drama, directed by Gopichand Malineni, features Deol in his signature action avatar, battling Randeep Hooda's character.

Following recent violence in Murshidabad, West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee announced she would visit the area and requested Governor CV Ananda Bose to postpone his trip. The state government will build houses for victims, while an SIT investigates the unrest. The Governor plans to assess the situation and address future prevention, with over 250 arrests made and security forces deployed.

After a thrilling IPL match between Delhi Capitals and Rajasthan Royals, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Mitchell Starc shared a friendly moment. This contrasted their earlier sledging incident during a Test series. Jaiswal asked Starc about his Delhi experience. Both players previously played for Kolkata Knight Riders. Their sportsmanship is being praised by fans. The moment highlights respect in cricket.

BJP leader Sambit Patra has intensified the attack on Sonia and Rahul Gandhi, labeling the National Herald case a "robbery" rather than money laundering. He accused them of being "modern dacoits" involved in a blatant robbery. This statement follows the Enforcement Directorate's chargesheet against them and others in connection with the case, scheduled for court arguments on April 25.

India strongly refuted Pakistan's "two-nation" theory, asserting that Pakistan's sole connection to India is the liberation of illegally occupied territories. This response followed Pakistan's army chief's endorsement of the theory, emphasizing fundamental differences between Hindus and Muslims. Assam's Chief Minister reacted by stressing the need to strengthen India's nationhood, dharma, and civilizational values.

Indian benchmark indices surged for the fourth consecutive session, with the Sensex soaring over 1,500 points and the Nifty50 closing above 23,850. The rally was fueled by strong buying in financial stocks, driven by positive sentiment from US-Japan trade talks and weakening dollar.

Football player Kyren Lacy was involved in a fatal car crash in December 2024. He faced immediate online backlash. Attorney Matt Ory defended Lacy, claiming another car caused the accident. No charges were filed, and toxicology reports were clean. Lacy died by suicide in April. Ory believes the online narrative and public scrutiny led to a miscarriage of justice.

The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has opened NEET PG 2025 registration from April 17, with the last date to apply set for May 7. The exam will be held on June 15 in two shifts. The official information bulletin, detailing the syllabus and eligibility, will be available from 3 PM today.

Suruchi Singh, coached by Suresh Singh, achieved remarkable success in shooting. She won multiple gold medals at national and international events, including the ISSF World Cup. Her discipline and determination, instilled by her coach, transformed her into a sharpshooter. Suruchi balances her shooting career with helping her family on their farm in Jhajjar.