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Trump Issues 48-Hour Ultimatum to Iran

U.S. President Donald Trump issued a 48-hour ultimatum to Iran to make a deal or open the Strait of Hormuz. Escalating tensions in West Asia have led to previous warnings and diplomatic engagements. The ultimatum was issued on Saturday, April 4.

"Remember when I gave Iran ten days to MAKE A DEAL or OPEN UP THE HORMUZ STRAIT. Time is running out-48 hours before all Hell will rain down on them. Glory be to GOD!"— Donald Trump, President

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Iran Defies Trump Ultimatum, Warns of Catastrophic Nuclear Fallout

Iran's military command has rejected President Trump's 48-hour ultimatum to avoid infrastructure destruction, issued with a threat of 'all hell' if demands are not met. Concurrently, Iran's Foreign Minister warned that further strikes on its nuclear facilities, following recent attacks, would unleash widespread radioactive fallout across Gulf cities. This dual response comes as Trump's deadline for a deal approaches.

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Trump's 'Total Dominance' Claims Crumble After US Jet Downed

President Trump's assertions of 'total air dominance' and 'annihilated' Iranian defenses face sharp scrutiny after reports of a US fighter jet being shot down. This incident, amid a 48-hour ultimatum to Iran and recent escalations including Iran downing two American jets, casts significant doubt on the effectiveness of US strategic control.

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Trump's Iran Ultimatum Intensifies Mideast Chaos, Mounting Pressure on GOP

President Trump's 48-hour ultimatum to Iran, demanding a deal or threatening 'all hell,' comes amid escalating regional chaos. The ongoing conflict, marked by downed U.S. jets and attacks near nuclear sites, continues to roil financial markets and intensify pressure on Trump for a swift resolution. This deepening crisis creates significant political difficulties for Republicans heading into the midterms.

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Iran Downs US F-15E, Pilot Rescued, Second Missing

A US F-15E Strike Eagle jet was shot down by Iran. The incident occurs amid broader regional tensions involving Iran, Israel, and the US. Search and rescue operations for the missing pilot are ongoing. "Your sons under more danger with Trump" was attributed to Iranian embassies.

"Your sons under more danger with Trump"— Iranian embassies

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Trump's Hormuz Ultimatum: 'All Hell' Threat as US Pilot Missing

Amid a five-week conflict, President Trump has delivered a stark 48-hour ultimatum to Iran, demanding the immediate reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and threatening 'all hell' if his terms are not met. This aggressive pressure mounts as a US F-15E pilot remains missing after being shot down by Iran, with Tehran rejecting the threats and suggesting the airman would be safer in their custody.

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Conflict's Human Cost Rises: Civilian Targets Struck, Protests Suppressed

The escalating regional conflict inflicts widespread damage on civilian infrastructure, with hospitals and religious sites in Iran and Lebanon sustaining hits. As the humanitarian and social costs mount, anti-war protests are emerging across the region, met with police dispersal and arrests in Tel Aviv, underscoring the deepening instability and its human toll.

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Iran Conflict Mounts Political Pressure on Trump, Threatening GOP

The downing of a US F-15E jet by Iran has escalated the conflict, intensifying domestic political pressure on President Trump. With a second crew member missing and regional chaos spreading, Trump faces urgent demands for a swift resolution. The ongoing standoff threatens to undermine the Republican party's standing ahead of upcoming elections.

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EC suspends 4 officers over poll duty lapses in Bhabanipur

Election Commission suspends four police officers over alleged lapses during Suvendu Adhikari's nomination filing roadshow in Bhabanipur. The suspensions occurred during the ongoing West Bengal Assembly elections. The Election Commission of India directed the state government to suspend the four officers.

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345 Indian fishermen repatriated from Iran to Chennai

345 Indian fishermen returned to Chennai after being repatriated from Iran. The fishermen were stranded in Iran due to the ongoing conflict in West Asia. The repatriation occurred on Saturday, April 4. "Thank FM Ararat Mirzoyan and the Government of Armenia for facilitating the evacuation of Indian fishermen today from Iran, through Armenia to India." was attributed to S Jaishankar.

"Thank FM Ararat Mirzoyan and the Government of Armenia for facilitating the evacuation of Indian fishermen today from Iran, through Armenia to India."— S Jaishankar, External Affairs Minister

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Rajasthan Royals edge Gujarat Titans by six runs in close finish

Rajasthan Royals defeated Gujarat Titans by six runs. The Royals posted 210/6, with Dhruv Jurel scoring 75 runs. Ravi Bishnoi took four wickets for Rajasthan.

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Indian Shooters to Compete in ISSF World Cup 2026

An 18-member Indian shooting contingent will compete at the ISSF World Cup 2026 in Granada, Spain, from April 5 to April 12. The ISSF World Cup is a major international shooting competition. Olympians Chain Singh and Anjum Moudgil are leading the Indian shooting contingent.

"There is not one player that will turn down the chance to play for Real] Madrid"— Pep Guardiola, Manchester City manager

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Projectile Strikes Near Iran's Bushehr Nuclear Plant for Fourth Time

A projectile struck near Iran's Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant on Saturday morning. The strikes occur amid a joint US-Israel war against Iran and rising global oil and gas prices. This marks the fourth such incident in recent weeks.

"Russia is increasingly alarmed by reports of new strikes on Iran's Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant (NPP) and strongly condemns new shelling, which resulted in human casualties"— Maria Zakharova, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman

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EU Ministers Push Windfall Tax on Energy Firms Amid Iran Conflict's Price Surge

European finance ministers are pushing for a bloc-wide windfall tax on energy companies, directly linking the surge in oil and gas prices to the ongoing conflict in Iran. They contend these market distortions place an unfair burden on European households and insist that firms profiting from the war contribute to alleviating the public's economic strain.

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Tehran Rejects Trump's Ultimatum as Regional War Intensifies

President Trump has intensified pressure on Iran with deadlines and threats of 'all hell' over the Strait of Hormuz, demanding a deal to end the ongoing conflict. Iranian officials have defiantly rejected these ultimatums, publicly mocking the US strategy as ineffective and a 'no strategy war' even as projectile strikes hit near Iran's nuclear plant and Tehran launches drone attacks on Israeli-linked shipping.

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Iran Warns: Bushehr Attacks Risk Gulf Nuclear Catastrophe

Iran's Foreign Minister warns that repeated attacks on the Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant could unleash radioactive fallout, threatening to devastate Gulf Cooperation Council capitals. With a fourth projectile strike reported near the facility, Tehran criticizes the international community's silence, emphasizing the potential for widespread environmental and human catastrophe.

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Four-storey building collapses in Kotma town

A four-storey hotel collapsed in Kotma town, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. The building was a hotel or lodge. At least one person died in the building collapse.

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Vishvanath Suresh Upsets World No. 1 Tashkenbay at Asian Boxing Championships

Indian boxer Vishvanath Suresh defeated World No. 1 Sanzhar Tashkenbay to reach the semifinals of the Asian Boxing Championships 2026. The championships are being held in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. Suresh is 21 years old.

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Rizvi Leads Delhi Capitals to Six-Wicket Victory Over Mumbai Indians

Sameer Rizvi scored 90 runs to lead Delhi Capitals to a six-wicket win over Mumbai Indians in an IPL 2026 match. Rizvi was named Player of the Match for his performance. He currently holds the Orange Cap in IPL 2026.

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Haaland hat-trick powers Man City past Liverpool into FA Cup semis

Erling Haaland scored a hat-trick as Manchester City defeated Liverpool 4-0 in the FA Cup quarter-finals. Manchester City advanced to the FA Cup semi-finals. Mohamed Salah missed a penalty for Liverpool during the match.

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Amit Shah on Elections and Oil Supply

Home Minister Amit Shah spoke at the Times Now Summit 2026. The Times Now Summit is an influential platform for policymakers and industry leaders. The summit provided a platform for Shah to address a range of current issues including upcoming state elections, the global oil crisis, and India's foreign policy stance.

"India is probably the only country where there has been no major increase."— Amit Shah, Home Minister

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Actor Vijay's TVK Party Emerges as Third Force in Tamil Nadu Politics

Actor Vijay Thalapathy's party, TVK, is emerging as a third option in Tamil Nadu politics. The DMK and AIADMK have historically dominated Tamil Nadu politics. Actor Vijay Thalapathy's new party, TVK, is emerging as a third option in Tamil Nadu politics, challenging the long-standing dominance of DMK and AIADMK.

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Ruling Parties Face Barrage of Governance, Tactics Claims Ahead of Key State Polls

Opposition parties and Prime Minister Modi are escalating criticism against ruling parties in Kerala, West Bengal, and Tamil Nadu, alleging misgovernance and the silencing of dissent. As assembly elections approach in these states and Puducherry, critics further accuse incumbents of employing questionable political tactics for electoral advantage. These accusations set a contentious tone for the upcoming polls.

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Actor Vijay's TVK Challenges Tamil Nadu's Entrenched Duopoly

Actor Vijay Thalapathy's TVK is rapidly emerging as a potent third force in Tamil Nadu, poised to challenge the decades-long dominance of the DMK and AIADMK. The party aims to disrupt the established political duopoly by strategically appealing to a crucial bloc of unaligned voters. Its platform, built on populist welfare promises, sets the stage for a significant contest in the upcoming 2026 assembly polls.

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US-Israeli strike hits Black Mountain, damages Tehran hospital

US-Israeli forces conducted an air strike on the Black Mountain in Iran. The strike occurs amid an ongoing regional conflict. Two individuals were wounded in a US-Israeli air strike on the Black Mountain in Iran. "US-Israeli attack on the Black Mountain" was attributed to Governor of Kohgiluyeh.

"US-Israeli attack on the Black Mountain"— Governor of Kohgiluyeh

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Iran Blasts 'Barbaric' US-Israeli Strikes on Civilian Sites

Iranian officials strongly condemn recent US-Israeli strikes as "barbaric" and "uncivilized," citing the targeting of civilian infrastructure including a Tehran psychiatric hospital and over 30 universities. They criticize international silence over the attacks, asserting they violate international norms and demonstrate a "Stone Age" mentality, with one minister stating the US and Israel belong in that era.

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Iran Warns of Nuclear Catastrophe as US-Israeli Strikes Intensify

US-Israeli strikes are intensifying regional volatility, prompting Iran's Foreign Minister to issue a stark warning: targeting nuclear facilities risks catastrophic radioactive fallout. The FM asserts such attacks would devastate Gulf cities and escalate the conflict far beyond Tehran, as the war enters its fifth week with over 30 universities already impacted.

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Ashok Sharma records fastest IPL 2026 delivery at 154.2 kmph

Gujarat Titans bowler Ashok Sharma clocked the fastest delivery of IPL 2026 at 154.2 kmph. The speed was recorded during a match against the Rajasthan Royals.

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Sunetra Pawar seeks Uddhav's support for Baramati bypoll amid Congress uncertainty

Sunetra Pawar contacted Uddhav Thackeray to seek support for the Baramati bypoll. The Baramati seat was left vacant by Ajit Pawar. The outreach occurs as the Congress party indicates it will field its own candidate, potentially leading to a multi-cornered contest. "He would discuss the issue with his partymen and then take a decision." was attributed to Uddhav Thackeray.

"He would discuss the issue with his partymen and then take a decision."— Uddhav Thackeray

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CA Arrested in ₹77.5 Crore US Club Fraud Case

Mumbai Police arrested a Chartered Accountant (CA) in a ₹77.5 crore US Club fraud case. The CA was sent to magisterial custody. An Andheri senior citizen in Mumbai lost ₹1.57 crore in a cyber fraud case.

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Venu Srinivasan Resigns from Bai Hirabai Charitable Trust Amid Faith Eligibility Questions

Venu Srinivasan resigned from the Bai Hirabai Charitable Trust. Mehli Mistry is a trustee who has previously challenged leadership within the Tata Trusts structure. Mehli Mistry had questioned the eligibility of Srinivasan and Vijay Singh to serve as trustees due to their non-Parsi faith.

"there is no legal bar on non-Zoroastrians serving as trustees at the Bai Hirabai JN Tata Navsari Charitable Institution"— Tata Trusts

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Dacoit Trailer Drops Amidst Release Date Shuffle

The trailer for the film 'Dacoit', starring Adivi Sesh and Mrunal Thakur, has been released. Adivi Sesh is promoting his upcoming film 'Dacoit' and discussing its release alongside 'Dhurandhar 2'. Mahesh Babu and Jr NTR praised the trailer, and Adivi Sesh claimed 'Dhurandhar 2' would run for 3-4 months.

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Delhi BJP Welcomes Fuel Excise Duty Cut

Delhi BJP chief Virendra Sachdeva welcomed the reduction in excise duty on petrol and diesel by the central government. The central government reduced excise duty on petrol and diesel. Virendra Sachdeva described the excise duty reduction as a people-centric decision that will provide significant relief amid global energy sector instability.