In photos: North India braces for heatwaves as temperatures cross 40C

  • India's weather department has issued heatwave warnings in parts of northern India..

"The Emperor has (almost) no clothes," says commenter

  • In this week's comments update, readers are discussing BIG's designs for the riverside Tennessee Performing Arts Center in Nashville. Read more.

From bats at dusk to asteroid quests: Books in brief

  • Andrew Robinson reviews five of the best science picks..

OnePlus’s new iPad Pro rival comes next week with a huge battery and a fast charger in the box

  • This is the OnePlus's newest rival to the iPad Pro, and it comes with a massive 13,380mAh battery with 80W fast charging..

LMDeploy CVE-2026-33626 Flaw Exploited Within 13 Hours of Disclosure

  • A high-severity security flaw in LMDeploy, an open-source toolkit for compressing, deploying, and serving LLMs, has come under active exploitation in the wild less than 13 hours after its public disclosure. The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2026-33626 (CVSS s….

Мужчина зарубил отца топором и инсценировал нападение тигра

  • В штате Махараштра, Индия, полиция арестовала Йогкша Дхакате, который расправился с 65-летним отцом и обвинил во всем тигра. Об этом сообщает Times of India.

India denounces ‘hellhole’ remark shared by Trump

  • India’s Foreign Ministry says comments by US radio host Michael Savage, circulated by Trump, are 'uninformed'..

Gold is unaffordable so South Asian brides turn to one gram substitutes

  • Families choose imitation jewellery and gold-plated ornaments as record prices push pure gold out of reach..

Trump’s May 1 deadline: Can he continue war on Iran after that?

  • Trump is obliged under the War Powers Act to limit the conflict after 60 days with congressional approval..

Photo Series Reveals Where Children Sleep Around The World (15 Pics)

  • “Where Children Sleep” is a book featuring photographs taken by James Mollison, an English-born photographer, of children across the globe and their bedrooms. Initially published in 2010, the book showcases the diverse living conditions and environments in co….

Los nuevos móviles baratos de POCO tienen baterías gigantes y llegan con 4 años de actualizaciones

  • POCO renueva su catálogo más económico en India con dos terminales que ofrecen baterías inmensas, pantallas fluidas a 120 Hz y un soporte de software excepcional para su rango de precio.

Animated Pic ‘Return Of The Jungle’ Gets May 29 Release Date In India & Drops Teaser

  • EXCLUSIVE: Animated feature Return of the Jungle will launch in theaters across India on May 29. Here’s a teaser trailer revealing the news. The music-drivem family pic, which comes from Vaibhav Studios, the Emmy-nominated Indian animation studio, was showcas….

From breaking racquet at Swiss, to Thomas Cup avenging: Importance of Brian Yang in Ayush Shetty’s career

  • Ayush had lost two sets from leading positions against the Canadian and gone furious; at Horsens Denmark, he turned it around with 21-13, 21-17 win to put India 2-1 up.

India’s inflation, external debt well within target levels despite global shocks: RBI Governor

  • If the conflict remains unresolved for a long duration, it can make the task of central banks arduous in their endeavour to rein in inflation expectations while minimising growth sacrifice, says Malhotra.

‘Very happy to see voting percentage’: Supreme Court praises record turnout in Bengal polls

  • As the Supreme Court praised the 92.88% turnout in Bengal polls and noted largely peaceful voting, it allowed stakeholders to approach the Calcutta High Court and the Tibunals on voter roll issues..

Supreme Court directs states to roll out ‘realistic, practical’ ICU standards, sets 3-week deadline for action plan

  • As part of the implementation process, the Supreme Court asked states and UTs to identify five priority issues relating to ICU infrastructure, particularly in terms of manpower and equipment/logistics..

Iran ceasefire: How the US and Iran can break their deadlock, end the conflict

  • From the nuclear question to the Strait of Hormuz, both sides need to find middle ground on a range of issues as they seek a face-saving exit.

West Bengal SIR Hearing Live Updates: Supreme Court to hear plea shortly

  • The top court had earlier said that it will seek a report from the Calcutta High Court Chief Justice on the appellate tribunals set up to hear appeals of those excluded from the electoral rolls.

Prabhas’ 2010 hit Darling stuns with Rs 7.59 crore re-release opening; only Baahubali 2 stays ahead

  • Sixteen years after its original run, Prabhas and Kajal Aggarwal starrer Darling returned to theatres in 4K on Thursday..

Prolonged West Asia conflict to raise energy costs, hit trade and markets: RBI’s State of the Economy article

  • From supply to demand shocks: RBI bulletin calls for 'careful and continuous assessment', while noting that strong macro fundamentals should help the Indian economy remain resilient to such shocks..

Day later, HP govt withdraws notification increasing room tariff for public

  • The rates for the general public for booking a room in these properties were proposed to increase from Rs 1,200 to Rs 4,000 on April 18. The notification was withdrawn on April 22..

Sachin Tendulkar turns 53: A look at his 53 greatest records that define the ‘God of Cricket’

  • Sachin Tendulkar turned 53 on April 24, 2026. From 100 international centuries to 34,357 runs across formats, here are 53 mesmerising records that prove why he remains the greatest batter to have played the game..

Bonzi, chi è l'avversario di Sinner nel secondo turno del Masters di Madrid

  • Il francese, n. 104 Atp, è stato n. 42 nel 2023. Ha vinto un solo titolo in carriera ma si è tolto diverse soddisfazioni. Lo scorso anno ha eliminato Medvedev prima a Wimbledon e poi agli Us Open.

Links 4/24/2026

  • Our daily links, inlcuding Finnish New Cold War warriors, Trump's roving banditry, Ghislaine pardon, and eating cactus..

'They will move, regardless of sovereignty ambitions': How Trump’s US became the big winner of the UK’s 4.4x energy price gap

  • Rising electricity costs in the UK are pushing AI firms to move workloads overseas, weakening domestic ambitions and strengthening global competitors..

"Tuve que huir descalza con mi vestido de novia": el traumático recuerdo de la última boda en Chernobyl a 40 años del peor accidente nuclear de la historia

  • Serhiy e Iryna se casaron hace 40 años, sin saber que un reactor nuclear había explotado a menos de cuatro kilómetros de distancia..

The Caucasus: Where Europe Meets Asia

  • Podcast Transcript Between the Black and the Caspian Seas lies one of the most complicated places on Earth.  Towering mountains, ancient kingdoms, dozens of languages, competing empires, and conflicts that still shape headlines today all meet in a region many….

Nel mondo delle torte nuziali di lusso, creazioni da almeno 20mila euro

  • Reali mediorientali, rampolli di famiglie benestanti americane e aristocratici europei si contendono i pastry chef (ANSA).

India pushes e-rupee through welfare pilots as BRICS digital currency plan takes shape

  • Farmers and food programs anchor 10 pilots aimed at boosting usage, while New Delhi eyes BRICS CBDC link ahead of 2026 summit.

Samsung Galaxy A37: Everything you need to know

  • The Galaxy A37 is Samsung’s mid-range smartphone for 2026. It was announced in March and launched in April in key markets. Compared to its predecessor, the Galaxy A36, it brings a slightly updated design, a newer processor, and an improved primary camera. Her….

España ganará un 40% de milmillonarios hasta 2031

  • Casi 715.000 personas en todo el mundo tienen una riqueza individual de al menos 30 millones de dólares y, de ellos, más de 3.000 superan los mil millones. La cifra crece año a año, sobre todo en Estados Unidos, gracias al impulso de la tecnología y la inteli….

The Iran War and the End of the American Empire

  • There is mounting historical evidence that America is indeed an empire in steep decline.

Trump’s ‘hellholes’ post on India in ‘poor taste’ – New Delhi

  • India has reacted to Donald Trump sharing a letter that called India and China “hellholes” Read Full Article at RT.com.

The grim warning sign from AI influencers that keep racking up comments from lonely men: ‘Societal loss of humanity’

  • Roses are red/ violets are blue/ these girls are AI/ would they fool you, too?.

How much for a fake authorship? Ad database reveals secrets of scientific fraud

  • An analysis of thousands of paper-mill adverts could help journals to crack down on misconduct..

US Extends Russian Oil Sanctions Waiver At Request Of Vulnerable Nations

  • The U.S. Treasury Department has extended a sanctions waiver allowing deliveries of Russian oil for another month, a reversal announced on April 19, 2026. The decision prolongs a general license permitting transactions involving Russian crude and petroleum pr….

Global smartphone market crashes as memory shortage drives worst quarter in two years

  • DRAM and NAND supply crunch pushes prices up 50% in some markets, ending 10-quarter growth streak.

India news: Record turnout in Bengal, Tamil Nadu polls

  • West Bengal and Tamil Nadu recorded the highest-ever voter turnout in state polls after controversial voter roll revision. DW has more..

Amid fuel crisis, a bold move to leave oil and gas behind

  • At an unprecedented meeting in Colombia, delegates from more than 50 countries want to chart a practical path to wean the world off fossil fuels. Can they succeed where the UN climate talks have failed?.

Apple faces US$38B antitrust fine in India, eyes Trump card for relief

  • Apple faces a potential US$38 billion antitrust fine in India as Tim Cook prepares to hand leadership to John Ternus, raising both legal and business implications for the company and for India's approach to regulating global tech firms..

Todo sobre el evento de Apple WWDC y sus novedades para Mac y macOS

  • Descubre a fondo las novedades de la WWDC para Mac, macOS y el resto de sistemas Apple, con cambios de diseño, IA y nuevas funciones clave..

Speaking at Chennai FOSS: GUI Design, QT, SOK and a lot more

  • Chennai FOSS 2026Earlier this month, on 18th April 2026, I had the incredible opportunity to speak at Chennai FOSS 2026, an event organized by FOSS United. If you aren’t familiar with them, FOSS United is a non-profit foundation dedicated to promoting the Fre….

Kelantan love scam ring alleged targeting Singapore men busted, 58 suspects arrested

  • The syndicate, which appears to have been operating for about a month, used women posing as Indonesians to lure victims emotionally, said Kelantan police chief Yusoff Mamat on Thursday (Apr 23)..

ASEAN states eyeing Russian oil and gas choose short-term relief over geopolitical risks

  • Any continued reliance by Southeast Asia on Russia for energy risks increasing Moscow's leverage on bilateral relations and potential tension with other countries, say analysts..

Clear mind does the trick for Chennai's red-hot Samson

  • NEW DELHI, April 24 : While some batters arrive at away grounds determined to play a certain way regardless of the pitch, Chennai Super Kings' Sanju Samson says his red-hot form in the Indian Premier League is a product of adaptability and an open mind.After ….

Țara în care Inteligența Artificială va înlocui funcționarii de stat în următorii ani. Noul model guvernamental va schimba total serviciile publice

  • Premierul Qatarului, Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, a anunțat o transformare majoră a modului în care funcționează administrația publică, bazată pe utilizarea extinsă a inteligenței artificiale..

Airwaves of Power: Why the Pentagon Should Shift to a Commercial-First Spectrum Model

  • The U.S. military is firing million-dollar missiles at Iranian drones that cost a tiny fraction as much — a striking example of the kind of overmatch modern warfare punishes.The Department of Defense’s approach to electromagnetic spectrum policy follows a sim….

India’s open-code approach faces an AI stress test as new tools like Anthropic's Mythos expose hidden flaws

  • Anthropic, OpenAI and others have developed AI tools that can spot hidden gaps in software for fixing. India’s use of open-source software makes some of its public systems vulnerable. In banking, for example. How bad is the risk—and what can be done?.

240 immigrants from India’s Bnei Menashe community arrive in Israel

  • The Ministry of Aliyah and Integration and the Jewish Agency stated that Operation “Wings of Dawn" will complete the Aliyah of the Bnei Menashe community..

The dawn of a new world order

  • Israel is very concerned that it may be losing America. America should be no less concerned that it’s losing Israel. Opinion..

Sanciona Tesoro de EU a red de proveedores del cártel de Sinaloa

  • El Departamento del Tesoro de Estados Unidos informó ayer que por medio de la Oficina de Control de Activos Extranjeros sancionó a 23 personas y 14 empresas que conformaban una sofisticada red vinculada al cártel de Sinaloa –designado organización terrorista ….

California’s oil and jet fuel supply is getting slammed by a perfect storm of unfortunate timing—and help is years away

  • California's refinery closures near Los Angeles and San Francisco are occurring just as the Iran war limits global supplies..

EARTH WEEK: Arko Datto: Final Wave (Chapter II)

  • Each year during Earth Week I curate a collection of photographic projects from artists who are working to make the often-invisible nature of the global climate and the ecological crisis more visible using conceptual, lens-based art techniques. The arts – and….

『アサシン クリード ブラック フラッグ RE:シンクロ』2026年7月9日 発売決定!

  • [ユービーアイソフト株式会社] ユービーアイソフト株式会社は、『アサシン クリード ブラック フラッグ RE:シンクロ』を2026年7月9日に発売することを発表いたしました。本作は、2013年に発売された『アサシン クリード4 ブラック フラッグ』の....

GWに初の3日間開催。Tokyo Coffee Festival 2026 spring

  • [NPO法人Farmers Market Association] [画像1: https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/101226/27/101226-27-3992dc7c0c1ef54ad6008121c8097479-3900x2609.png?width=536&quality=85%2C75&format=jpeg&auto=webp&fit=bounds&....

Boeing Reports Quarterly Loss Amid Rise In Commercial Plane Deliveries After January 2024 California Event

  • Hoover Institution fellow Rose Gottemoeller said, “We cannot afford to let commercial rivalry undermine allied interoperability. The F-35 and A330 MRTT fly side by side in Baltic air policing—our industrial base must remain integrated, even as CEOs compete fo….

Lowdown: RBI releases draft PPI rules covering capital requirements, wallet limits & escrow norms

  • The new Prepaid Payment Instruments rules replacing the August 2021 framework underline who is allowed to issue the PPIs, net worth requirements, issuance & loading and escrow norms. The post Lowdown: RBI releases draft PPI rules covering capital requirement….

Nike tnie zatrudnienie. Walka o prostszą strukturę i rentowność

  • Gigant odzieży sportowej z Oregonu nie zwalnia tempa w procesie przebudowy swoich struktur. Nike ogłosiło redukcję zatrudnienia o ok. 1400 pracowników, co stanowi blisko 2% globalnej załogi firmy. To już kolejna fala cięć w 2026 roku, która rzuca nowe światło….

The migrant dream: arrive, succeed, then explain why everyone arriving after you is a threat to civilisation

  • There are few images that capture Australian conservatism more perfectly: an immigrant trying to join an anti-immigrant movement, only to be reminded that the movement doesn't have a VIP entrance for well-spoken brown property professionals. The post The migr….

63SATS ties up with PDA to build cyber defence platform

  • India News: 63SATS Cybertech partners with Pavan Duggal Associates to create a groundbreaking cybersecurity solution aimed at protecting enterprises, governments, and consumers across India..

'Bewildering contradictions': Kiren Rijiju slams Rahul Gandhi over 'BJP will win West Bengal remarks'

  • India News: NEW DELHI: Union minister Kiren Rijiju on Friday criticised Rahul Gandhi over his comments on West Bengal politics, accusing the Congress leader of ta..

Dogecoin Keeps Getting Capped At This Parallel Channel Level, Analyst Says

  • A cryptocurrency analyst has pointed out how Dogecoin has seen its last five breakout attempts rejected by the middle line of a Parallel Channel pattern. Dogecoin May Have Been Following A Parallel Channel Recently In a new post on X, analyst Ali Martinez has….

Royals take on the Angels in first of 3-game series

  • Los Angeles Angels (12-14, third in the AL West) vs. Kansas City Royals (8-17, fifth in the AL Central) Kansas City, Missouri; Friday, 7:40 p.m. EDT PITCHING....

The legal block on climate action

  • Colombia has sent a strong signal about corporate influence over its climate policies as it gears up to host the first Conference on Transitioning Away from Fossil Fuels. Can the world follow?.

Piyasa değeri bakımından en büyük 40 finans şirketi belli oldu

  • Global finans devleri içerisinde yaşanan rekabet artıyor. Piyasa değeri bakımından dünyanın en büyük 40 finans şirketi listesinde zirve el değiştirirken, uzun süredir üst sıralarda yer alan Visa’nın geride kalması dikkat çekti..

Adams calls for urgent reset in Nigerian football

  • Akor Adams calls for a decisive Nigerian football reset after the Super Eagles’ failure to qualify for the 2026 World Cup, urging immediate action. Read More: https://punchng.com/adams-calls-for-urgent-reset-in-nigerian-football/.

Pentagon email floats suspending Spain from NATO, other steps over Iran rift: report

  • One option in the email envisions suspending "difficult" countries from important or prestigious positions at NATO, the official said..

NoBroker Interiors Experience Centres: Redefining Home Design for Indian Homeowners

  • Hyderabad, Telangana, Pune, Maharashtra, Bangalore, Karnataka, India – Business Wire India.

India’s virtual digital asset market is moving into a more mature phase, says BitDelta India CEO

  • BitDelta India launches its crypto trading platform with FIU-IND registration, focusing on compliance, security and a more mature VDA market in India..

India approves ₹30 billion for Maldives under SAARC currency swap

  • The ₹30 billion facility has been released under the INR Swap Window of the 'Framework on Currency Swap Arrangement for SAARC Countries, 2024-2027.

India rebukes Trump for sharing ‘hellhole’ remarks on birthright citizenship

  • The comments were made by conservative commentator Michael Savage in an episode of The Savage Nation talk radio show..

Economic growth, prosperity remain primary impulse for changes in India: Kwatra

  • India's Ambassador Vinay Kwatra emphasizes economic growth and governance reforms as key drivers of transformative change in India..

Global crude steel output falls 4.2% in March as China drags production lower

  • Global steel output fell 4.2% in March 2026 as China production dropped, while India rose 9.4% to remain the fastest-growing major steel producer..

RSS not Indian version of Ku Klux Klan, says Dattatreya Hosabale

  • He said such narratives are based on misconceptions and highlighted the organisation’s service activities, cultural philosophy, and extensive grassroots network across India..

Adani Green reports higher quarterly profit on strong power sales

  • India is aggressively expanding renewable energy ​to meet its ‌climate goals, including a target of 500 gigawatts of non-fossil capacity by 2030.

Indian embassy in Iran urges citizens to avoid travel ‘whether by air or land’

  • The Indian Embassy in Iran has issued a fresh advisory urging Indian citizens to avoid travelling to the country amid ongoing regional tensions and operational uncertainties affecting flight services..

MTG's India arm PlaySimple files draft papers for ₹3,150 cr IPO

  • The IPO will be entirely an Offer For Sale (OFS), with MTG acting as the promoter and selling shareholder.

Quick commerce in India doubled annually over last 2 years, to touch $65-70 billion by 2030: Report

  • This growth is driven by structural factors like high population density, low labor and real estate costs, and low online grocery penetration.

Reliance Enterprise Intelligence appoints Parminder Singh as CEO

  • Singh runs two AI-led businesses as per his LinkedIn profile: ClayboxAI, an AI fluency and leadership advisory firm, and WeKamp, an AI-powered community platform currently in pilot.

SkyHop expected to receive flying licence soon

  • Upcoming airline SkyHop Aviation is expected to soon receive its flying licence after it successfully cleared regulatory trials, sources familiar with the development told businessline..

SC refers to another bench plea of AgustaWestland middleman James' plea for release from jail

  • In his petition, James assailed a provision of the India-UAE extradition treaty. He also challenged a trial court order of August 7, 2025 by which his application under Section 436A of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) for his release from jail was reject….

Nifty Prediction Today – April 24, 2026: Nifty futures: Bears gaining traction

  • Nifty Prediction for April 24, 2026: Bears dominate as Nifty futures approach critical support at 24,000..

How El Nino could impact the world's weather in 2026/27

  • Discover how the 2026/27 El Nino may alter global weather patterns, affecting rainfall and temperatures across multiple regions..

Indian consumption story will have to be kept up: FM Sitharaman

  • FM Nirmala Sitharaman emphasizes sustaining India's consumption-driven growth through agriculture, manufacturing, and services during a Pune event..

Inspector Raj concerns resurface in Maharashtra as agri-input industry backs dealers’ shutdown call

  • Industry stakeholders say the revised enforcement measures have resulted in coercive actions and heightened scrutiny, creating an atmosphere of fear among legitimate businesses and disrupting routine operations.

IT stocks bleed as Nifty skids below 24,000 in afternoon trade

  • Nifty IT emerged as the worst-performing sector, crashing 4.55 per cent — its steepest intraday drop in recent sessions — dragging the broader market lower alongside it.

FM says Indian banks must build new defences as AI threats grow, West Asia crisis watched closely

  • Banks directed to strengthen defences under IBA-led mechanism after high-level meeting.

Indian economy remains stable despite West Asia conflict, says RBI Bulletin

  • RBI Bulletin says Indian economy remains stable despite West Asia conflict, though energy costs and supply chain risks are pushing inflation pressures higher..

Asteria, the Reliance unit at the centre of a bribery scandal

  • The CBI arrested officials from aviation watchdog and Reliance Industries ​earlier this week, alleging bribery payments to secure approvals for ⁠certain drone imports.

CSIR-NIIST Thiruvananthapuram to host ‘Techno-Fest cum Customer Meet’ on May 11

  • Join CSIR-NIIST's Techno-Fest on May 11 for innovative technology insights, networking, and stakeholder engagement opportunities..

Riafy Technologies wins 2026 Google Cloud Partner of the Year

  • Riafy Technologies named 2026 Google Cloud Partner of the Year, recognized for its innovative AI platform R10 in accessibility..

Foetus found in Foxconn Bengaluru office toilet, police register case

  • The incident was reported after a blockage was inspected, leading to an investigation under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. T.

Nifty Bank Prediction Today – April 24, 2026: Nifty Bank futures: Downswing might extend

  • Nifty Bank predictions for April 24, 2026, indicate a potential decline to 55,500 amid bearish market trends..

High ultraviolet radiation recorded in Kerala; public advised to take precautions

  • Data from the authority indicates that UV levels above eight, prompting an orange alert, were recorded in Konni, Chengannur, Changanassery, and Munnar.

KL Rahul x Paul & Shark: The SS26 capsule signed by the renowned Indian athlete

  • KL Rahul x Paul & Shark: The SS26 capsule signed by the renowned Indian athlete.