Times of India

Former chief election commissioner S Y Quraishi strongly condemned BJP MP Nishikant Dubey's "Muslim commissioner" remark, asserting his belief in judging individuals by their contributions, not religious identity. Quraishi criticized the use of religious labels to promote divisive politics. Several political leaders, including Akhilesh Yadav and D Raja, have criticized Dubey's remarks, with some praising Quraishi's service as election commissioner.

Under Ayushman Bharat-PM Jan Arogya Yojana, dialysis has become the most availed treatment, benefiting over 64 lakh patients in the last six years. Tamil Nadu leads with 7.3 lakh dialysis cycles, followed by Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and Gujarat.

Abhay Kurundkar, a dismissed police inspector, received a life sentence for the 2016 murder of assistant police inspector Ashwini Bidre-Gore, even though her body was never recovered. A Panvel court criticized the Navi Mumbai police for their delayed response and implicated two officers for investigative lapses. Two accomplices received seven-year sentences for assisting in the body's disposal.

The West Bengal School Service Commission (SSC) failed to meet its deadline for releasing lists of teachers categorized as "tainted" and "untainted," sparking protests and clashes with police outside its headquarters. A new "cut-off" was introduced, validating only the initial three counseling rounds from 2017-2019, leading to a standoff and barricading of the SSC office.

The Supreme Court, facing criticism for setting a time limit for the President on bills, appeared hesitant regarding a PIL seeking President's rule in West Bengal due to alleged attacks on Hindus. Justice Gavai expressed concern about the court being accused of overreach.

Pallavi, the 64-year-old wife of retired Karnataka DGP Om Prakash, was arrested for his murder after confessing to stabbing him multiple times. Their son, Karthikesh, suspected his mother and sister of conspiracy, alleging Pallavi had been threatening Prakash for a week, prompting him to temporarily move out. Kriti convinced Prakash to return home before the fatal incident.

Harvard University has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, challenging the freeze on over $2.2 billion in federal funding. The university argues that the funding freeze is unlawful and exceeds the government's authority. The lawsuit, filed in a Massachusetts federal court, claims the administration is attempting to control academic decision-making, violating the First Amendment and other federal laws.

PM Modi and US Vice President J.D. Vance hailed the progress in negotiations for a mutually beneficial bilateral trade agreement (BTA), emphasizing its focus on citizen welfare. The US formally announced the terms of reference, outlining a roadmap for discussions on shared economic priorities.

Tesla is set to reveal its first-quarter earnings amidst a challenging period marked by declining stock prices and tariff uncertainties. Investors are keen to know about the company's 2025 sales outlook and potential product roadmap updates.

The Detroit Red Wings stood idle at this trade deadline, and Dylan Larkin called out the management leaving the team spirit wasted. Missing the playoffs for the ninth consecutive year, management was hardly going in on the action unlike competition Ottawa was competing against for a position in rebuilding. It was further evident in the team's sixth-place finish in the Atlantic Division.

The Maharashtra Medical Council (MMC) has suspended the licenses of Dr. Ajay Taware and Dr. Shrihari Halnor, former officials at Sassoon General Hospital, due to their alleged involvement in swapping the blood sample of a teenager in the Porsche car crash case. This action follows their arrest and imprisonment in connection with the incident where two software engineers were killed.

A Delta Air Lines flight 1213, bound for an undisclosed location, experienced an engine fire at Orlando International Airport before takeoff on Monday. Prompt evacuation of all 282 passengers, 10 flight attendants, and two pilots was conducted with no reported injuries. Aircraft Rescue & Fire Fighting team responded swiftly.

Amidst ongoing conflict, Russian President Vladimir Putin has signaled a readiness for direct peace talks with Ukraine, a shift welcomed by Washington. This comes after a brief Easter ceasefire, marred by mutual accusations of violations. Ukraine's President Zelenskyy, while skeptical, is sending a delegation to London for discussions with Western allies.

Former Karnataka DGP Om Prakash was murdered by his wife Pallavi during lunch at their Bengaluru home. She stabbed him multiple times after an alleged history of domestic violence. Pallavi later confessed via WhatsApp. A property dispute and claims of abuse, drugging, and digital surveillance are being probed. Their daughter Kriti's role remains unclear. Investigation continues.

In Chhattisgarh's Jashpur district, Dhula Ram fatally assaulted his tenth wife, Basanti Bai, suspecting her of stealing food and clothing from a wedding. He concealed her body in a forest, where it was discovered five days later due to the foul odor.

Gujarat Titans defeated Kolkata Knight Riders by 39 runs, propelled by a strong 114-run opening partnership between Shubman Gill (90) and Sai Sudharsan (52). KKR struggled to chase the 199-run target, managing only 159/8, with Ajinkya Rahane's 50 being the lone bright spot. GT's spinners, led by Rashid Khan, effectively stifled KKR's batting lineup, securing a comfortable victory.