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Bengaluru special court orders FIR against Karnataka Home Minister G. Parameshwara and Tumakuru DC. The FIR is related to alleged illegal betting during a state-level Kabaddi tournament. The court order for an FIR is the immediate development.
Abhishek Sharma scored an unbeaten 135 runs off 68 balls, leading Sunrisers Hyderabad to a 47-run victory over Delhi Capitals in IPL 2026. Eshan Malinga took 4 wickets for 32 runs. SRH moved to third place on the IPL 2026 points table.
Congress submitted a breach of privilege notice against Prime Minister Narendra Modi. A breach of privilege notice is a parliamentary procedure initiated when a member believes the dignity or privileges of the house or its members have been violated. The notice was filed following PM Modi's recent address to the nation.
Bengaluru woman arrested for allegedly burning boyfriend alive under guise of proposal. The incident involved a purported 'western-style' proposal that turned fatal. Arrest made following discovery of burnt body and police investigation.
Chinese Vice President Han Zheng met with leaders of the BNP. This meeting was the first between the Chinese VP and BNP leaders after a new government took office. The BNP is a political party in Bangladesh.
Sharad Pawar to skip voting in Baramati bypoll. Sharad Pawar is a prominent political figure in Maharashtra. The bypoll is scheduled for April 23.
US forcibly seized an Iranian-flagged cargo ship near the Strait of Hormuz. The US has maintained a naval blockade of Iranian ports. The seizure occurred as US-Iran ceasefire talks are ongoing and a deadline for extension looms. "will not accept negotiations 'under the shadow of threats" was attributed to Iran statement.
Independent MP Pappu Yadav made controversial remarks about women in politics, stating that '90% of women cannot do politics without entering the room of politicians.'. The controversy arises amid ongoing discussions and legislative efforts regarding women's representation in politics, including the Women's Reservation Amendment Bill. "70-80% of politicians watch porn" was attributed to Pappu Yadav.
The Bihar State Women's Commission has issued a formal notice to Independent MP Pappu Yadav, demanding a response to his controversial remarks alleging 90% of women cannot enter politics without politicians' rooms. The commission's action follows widespread criticism of Yadav's comments, which have been widely condemned as derogatory and sexist. News outlets report the commission is seeking accountability for the statements.
Independent MP Pappu Yadav faces intense criticism and a notice from the Bihar Women's Commission after claiming 90% of women cannot enter politics without 'compromise.' His 'bedroom' slur has sparked nationwide outrage, reigniting debate on attitudes undermining women's dignity. Political parties have joined the chorus, demanding an apology for the demeaning statement.
Independent MP Pappu Yadav, facing intense criticism for his claim that 90% of women cannot do politics without entering politicians' rooms, defended his controversial statements. He asserted that women are elevated to goddess status but are not truly respected, attributing this fundamental failure to systemic and societal issues. Yadav subsequently issued a clarification.
Tim Cook is stepping down as Apple CEO and John Ternus is taking over. Tim Cook has led Apple for 15 years, succeeding Steve Jobs. The transition is set to occur on September 1. "Cook called his tenure “the greatest privilege” of his life, expressing gratitude for leading Apple and working with its team." was attributed to Tim Cook.
Incoming CEO John Ternus, a veteran hardware engineer, is Apple's strategic choice to infuse a decisive, 'Jobs-era' leadership style. The company doubles down on its hardware roots, with Ternus reorganizing engineering to integrate AI platforms into product development. This move positions Apple to sharpen its competitive edge in the evolving AI landscape.
Tim Cook steps down after a 15-year tenure that saw Apple's market value surge from $350 billion to $4 trillion, building a 2.5 billion-device ecosystem. His leadership cemented Apple's prosperity, silencing skepticism that followed Steve Jobs' passing. Cook leaves behind a legacy of unprecedented growth and global expansion.
West Bengal CEO bars bike rallies and pillion riding ahead of polls. The Election Commission of India imposes various restrictions to ensure free and fair elections. The restrictions are implemented in the immediate lead-up to polling days. "Will ensure polls free of fear, violence & intimidation" was attributed to Gyanesh Kumar.
CSK's Ayush Mhatre ruled out of IPL 2026 due to hamstring injury. Ayush Mhatre is a key player for the Chennai Super Kings in the IPL. The franchise has confirmed his unavailability for the remainder of the season.
South Korean police are seeking an arrest warrant for Hybe chairman Bang Si-Hyuk. Bang Si-Hyuk is the founder and chairman of Hybe, the agency behind the K-pop group BTS. Police have asked prosecutors to request a court warrant for his arrest.
Singer D4vd charged with murder of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. The singer's legal name is David Burke and his stage name is D4vd. David Burke pleaded not guilty to the murder charge.