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Venugopal Questions Vijayan on Governance, BJP Ties

Congress general secretary K.C. Venugopal wrote an open letter to Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, raising ten questions. The Kerala Assembly elections are upcoming. The letter was sent on the day public campaigning for the Kerala Assembly polls was ongoing.

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Congress Accuses Kerala CM of Secret BJP Deals

Congress leader K.C. Venugopal has accused Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan of engaging in a covert political alliance with the BJP. In an open letter, Venugopal questioned the CM's undisclosed meetings with Union Ministers Amit Shah, Nirmala Sitharaman, and Nitin Gadkari, alongside decisions like proceeding with the PM SHRI scheme despite opposition, suggesting a secret understanding.

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Press Trust of India (PTI)United News of India (UNI)

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Congress Challenges Kerala CM on Governance, Alleged BJP Nexus

Congress General Secretary K.C. Venugopal issued an open letter to Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, demanding answers on governance and alleged political understandings with the BJP. The letter questioned Vijayan's meetings with Union Ministers and the state's handling of the PM SHRI scheme and central labour codes, citing secrecy and lack of consultation.

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United News of India (UNI)

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Iranian musician performs at power plant amid US threats

Iranian musician Ali Ghamsari performed a tar recital at the Damavand Power Plant. US President Donald Trump threatened to bomb Iranian power plants and bridges if the Strait of Hormuz was not reopened. The performance occurred amid escalating geopolitical tensions and direct threats from US President Donald Trump against Iran's energy infrastructure.

"Hello my dear friends. I am currently at the Damavand Power Plant. I can't say, I wish you were here with me also since this is the site that has been threatened with attack which I hope won't happen. I hope the sound of my tar can have an impact on peace, help keep the lights in the homes from going out."— Ali Ghamsari, Iranian musician

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Power Plant Recital Defies Trump's Bombing Threats

Iranian musician Ali Ghamsari performed a traditional tar recital at the Damavand Power Plant, staging a peaceful protest against US President Donald Trump's threats to destroy Iran's energy infrastructure. This symbolic act of resistance aimed to foster peace and keep essential services running, directly countering Trump's warning to leave facilities 'burning, exploding, and never to be used again'.

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Asian News International (ANI)India Today

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Trump's Ultimatum: Iran's Infrastructure Faces Imminent Destruction

US President Donald Trump issued a stark ultimatum, threatening to destroy Iran's energy infrastructure if the Strait of Hormuz remained closed. He warned of a large-scale bombing campaign to leave facilities "burning, exploding, and never to be used again." In defiance, Iranian musician Ali Ghamsari performed a traditional tar recital at a power plant, hoping for peace.

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LiveMintThe Hindu

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Children killed in Manipur bomb attack; internet suspended

Two children killed in a bomb attack in Manipur's Bishnupur district. Manipur has experienced significant ethnic conflict and violence. Protests erupted following the deaths, leading to road blockades, arson, and the storming of a security camp.

"two people were killed and five others injured in firing after a mob stormed a CRPF camp in Bishnupur district."— Govindas Konthoujam, Manipur Home Minister

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Govt Doubles 5kg LPG Cylinder Allocation for Migrant Labourers

The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas doubled the daily allocation of 5 kg Free Trade LPG (FTL) cylinders for migrant labourers across all states and union territories. The directive aims to ensure enhanced access to cooking fuel for migrant workers. The enhanced allocation of 5 kg FTL cylinders is to be distributed exclusively to migrant labourers.

"No dryout has been reported in LPG distributor ships, all the petrol pumps are operating normally... No dryout has been reported in the petrol pumps also...6500 tonnes of commercial LPG sold yesterday...1300 awareness c"— Sujata Sharma, Joint Secretary in the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas

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Centre Doubles Migrant Workers' LPG Access

The government has doubled the daily allocation of 5 kg Free Trade LPG cylinders, specifically targeting migrant labourers to enhance their access to essential cooking fuel. This significant welfare measure, prompted by an assessment of demand exceeding previous supply limits, aims to provide crucial relief and meet the unique needs of this vulnerable population across all states and union territories.

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Asian News International (ANI)LiveMint

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Ministry Doubles Migrant LPG Supply Amid Shortage Denials

Government officials stated the doubled allocation of 5kg LPG cylinders for migrant laborers directly addresses public concerns. They simultaneously denied any national LPG shortage, reassuring consumers of stable supply.

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Asian News International (ANI)India TV News

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Pawan Khera moves Telangana HC for anticipatory bail after FIR

Assam Police searched Congress leader Pawan Khera's Delhi residence. Congress leader Pawan Khera alleged that Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma's wife holds multiple passports and undisclosed foreign properties, leading to an FIR filed by the CM's wife.

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CM Sarma's Counter-Attack: Police Act on 'Fabricated' Claims Against Wife

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma aggressively defends his wife against Congress leader Pawan Khera's allegations of undisclosed passports and properties, dismissing them as 'AI-generated fabrications' and a political conspiracy. Following an FIR by his wife, police searched Khera's Delhi residence, seizing 'incriminating material.' Sarma further alleged Khera fled to avoid questioning.

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Asian News International (ANI)Press Trust of India (PTI)

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Khera Raid: Opposition Alleges CM's 'Witch Hunt,' Misuse of State Power

Congress and opposition leaders accuse Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma of orchestrating a 'witch hunt' and misusing state machinery against Pawan Khera. They claim the police action, following Khera's allegations about the CM's wife's foreign assets, is an attempt to silence political dissent. Critics demand an investigation into the alleged assets, asserting the CM is 'rattled' by the revelations.

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Press Trust of India (PTI)The Times of India

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Iran's Supreme Leader Reportedly Unconscious

Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is reportedly unconscious and receiving treatment in Qom. Mojtaba Khamenei is the new Supreme Leader of Iran. Mojtaba Khamenei is unable to be involved in decision-making by the regime.

"Mojtaba Khamenei is being treated in Qom in a severe condition, unable to be involved in any decision-making by the regime."— The Times UK

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Rahul Gandhi Accuses Centre of Excluding Marginalized Communities from Public Contracts

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi accused the Centre of enabling 'systemic exclusion' of marginalized communities from major public contracts. Gandhi questioned the government's lack of data on the participation of Dalit, Adivasi, and backward class entrepreneurs in large public works contracts. Gandhi raised the issue in Parliament and posted about it on social media platform X.

"I asked the government in Parliament — out of Rs 16,500 crore worth of public works contracts awarded last year, how many were given to businesses owned by Dalits, Adivasis, and backward classes?"— Rahul Gandhi, Congress leader

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Trump Issues Deadline for Strait of Hormuz Reopening Amidst Oil Price Fluctuations

U.S. President Donald Trump's deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The Strait of Hormuz is a crucial waterway through which a fifth of the world's oil transits in peacetime. The deadline is nearing, prompting market reactions and military actions.

"Trump threatening to destroy all of Iran’s power plants and bridges if Tehran does not allow traffic to fully resume in the strait, through which a fifth of the world’s oil transits in peacetime."— Donald Trump, U.S. President

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Telangana CM Reddy Responds to Kerala CM Vijayan

Telangana CM Revanth Reddy responded to Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan's remarks. The two chief ministers are engaged in a public verbal spat. Reddy's response includes specific data points and a direct challenge to Vijayan's claims.

"You continue to cite the NITI Aayog SDG Index 2023-24 as a verdict on the present Telangana. That index captures the tail-end of a decade of BRS-BJP misrule, which ended in December 2023. Our government has completed 28 months. Judge us by that record: Telangana's GSDP in 2024-25 stood at 16.12 lakh crore, growing at 10.1% above the national average of 9.9%. Our per capita income reached 3.87 lakh, making Telangana the highest-ranked major state in India by this metric, surpassing Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra and yes, Kerala per the RBI's own Handbook of Statistics 2024-25. You are right that Kerala's. achievements are cumulative. My limited point: show the people of Kerala what happened specifically under your tenure."— Revanth Reddy, Telangana Chief Minister

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Telangana CM Reddy Challenges Kerala's Development, Citing State's Economic Surge

Telangana CM Revanth Reddy sharply countered Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan's remarks. Reddy questioned Kerala's development and dismissed Vijayan's NITI Aayog data. He cited RBI figures to defend Telangana's economic strength, highlighting its leading GSDP and per capita income.

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Asian News International (ANI)The New Indian Express

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CMs' Personal Feud Escalates with Sharp Rebuttals

Telangana CM Revanth Reddy and Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan are locked in an escalating verbal feud marked by personal attacks. Vijayan's sharp remarks came in response to Reddy's earlier 'personally insulting' comments. Reddy, while defending Telangana's performance, promised respect despite Vijayan's 'language of poor taste.'

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Asian News International (ANI)Press Trust of India (PTI)

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Foreign Secretary Misri to Visit U.S. for Bilateral Talks

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri's visit to the United States from April 8-10. The visit is part of regular high-level exchanges between India and the U.S. The purpose of the visit is to review the full spectrum of India-U.S. bilateral relations and advance ongoing cooperation across key areas.

"The visit follows external affairs minister S Jaishankar’s visit to Washington in February and is in line with regular high-level exchanges between the two sides"— the external affairs

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Misri Visit Reinforces Steady India-US Diplomatic Engagement

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri's visit to the U.S. extends a consistent pattern of high-level diplomatic engagement between India and the United States. Coming on the heels of External Affairs Minister Jaishankar's February trip, this interaction underscores the routine yet strategic nature of bilateral ties.

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Asian News International (ANI)Hindustan Times

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Misri Heads to US for Urgent Talks Amid West Asia Crisis

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri's visit to Washington carries heightened urgency. The escalating West Asia crisis is a central driver for discussions. Talks will prioritize coordinating responses to regional instability and its global impact.

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Outlook India The Indian Express

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Presidential Assent Formalizes Amaravati as Andhra Pradesh Capital

President Droupadi Murmu granted assent to the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Amendment Act 2026. Andhra Pradesh has experienced political uncertainty regarding its capital for years following its bifurcation. The Act was published in the Gazette on Tuesday after receiving Presidential assent.

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Mumbai Metro Line 9 Phase 1 Inaugurated

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis inaugurated the first phase of Mumbai Metro Line 9. Mumbai Metro Line 9 is the first metro corridor in Thane district, and Line 2B extends connectivity to Harbour Line areas. The inauguration of the first phase of Mumbai Metro Line 9 and the launch of Metro Line 2B occurred on April 8.

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Rain Threatens IPL 2026 Match in Guwahati; Toss Delayed

Rain threatens to disrupt the IPL 2026 match between Rajasthan Royals and Mumbai Indians in Guwahati. This follows a rain-affected match between KKR and PBKS. The match is scheduled to take place today, April 7, with a wet outfield already causing potential delays. "Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is not new" was attributed to Mumbai Indians coach.

"Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is not new"— Mumbai Indians coach

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Teen Prodigy's Hype Poses Strategic Challenge

Rajasthan Royals' 15-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi is at the center of intense pre-match buzz, with a potential showdown against Mumbai Indians' Jasprit Bumrah drawing significant expert commentary. This burgeoning hype presents a strategic challenge for opponents, though MI attempts to temper expectations by acknowledging his talent while asserting his prior high-level experience.

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NDTV SportsOutlook India

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IPL Showdown: Royals Push for Top Spot, Indians Fight to Rebound

The Rajasthan Royals and Mumbai Indians face a critical juncture in their IPL campaigns. Fresh off two consecutive wins, the Royals aim to solidify their position at the top of the league. Conversely, the Mumbai Indians are under pressure to halt their recent slide and reignite their season.

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Asian News International (ANI)NDTV Sports

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Supreme Court Hears Sabarimala Temple Entry Review Petitions

Supreme Court Justice B.V. Nagarathna questioned the practice of treating women as untouchable for three days a month during hearings on the Sabarimala temple entry case. The Sabarimala temple had a long-standing practice of barring women aged between 10 and 50 from entering, which was challenged and eventually overturned by a Supreme Court judgment in 2018.

"Women cant be untouchable for days a month"— Supreme Court

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SC Judge Declares Sabarimala Ban 'Untouchability'

Supreme Court Justice BV Nagarathna directly challenged the Sabarimala temple's ban on menstruating women, asserting that a woman cannot be considered 'untouchable' for three days a month. This judicial declaration frames the exclusion as a violation of constitutional principles, directly questioning the religious justification for the practice. The court's stance emphasizes upholding equality against discriminatory religious customs.

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Press Trust of India (PTI)Deccan Herald

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Centre Fights to Uphold Sabarimala Ban, Citing Essential Practice and Hindu Diversity

The Centre argues the Supreme Court's intervention in defining 'essential religious practices' and reviewing deity attributes undermines Hinduism's plurality and diversity. It contends the Sabarimala ban is an essential practice rooted in Lord Ayyappa's celibacy, not impurity, and dismisses concepts like patriarchy as Western imports. The Centre urges the court to uphold the restriction on women's entry.

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Press Trust of India (PTI)Hindustan Times

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Shooting outside Israeli consulate in Istanbul

Gunfire erupted outside the Israeli consulate in Istanbul, Turkiye. Two police officers were injured in the gunfire. Israeli diplomats were not present in the Israeli mission in Turkiye at the time of the attack. Israel withdrew its diplomats amid security concerns and deteriorating relations with Turkiye, following the war on Gaza.

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David Warner Charged with Drink-Driving in Sydney

David Warner charged with drink-driving in Sydney. David Warner is a former Australian cricketer currently playing in T20 franchise leagues. David Warner was charged with drink-driving in Sydney.

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Air India Implements Fuel Surcharge Amid Rising Jet Fuel Prices

Air India group announced a fuel surcharge hike for domestic and international flights. Global energy prices have been volatile amid geopolitical tensions in West Asia. The hike is effective immediately due to rising jet fuel prices.

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India to launch Rs 2.5 lakh crore credit guarantee scheme for businesses

The Indian government plans to launch a Rs 2.5 lakh crore credit guarantee scheme for businesses affected by the West Asia crisis. The West Asia crisis refers to the US-Iran conflict. The scheme will provide a 90% credit guarantee on loans to lenders in case of default by borrowers.

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Bangladesh Cricket Board Dissolved Amidst Malpractice Allegations

Tamim Iqbal replaced Aminul Islam Bulbul as the chief of the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB). The change follows allegations of malpractice in BCB elections and the country's absence from the T20 World Cup. The Bangladesh government dissolved the Aminul Islam-led BCB board of directors on Tuesday.

"As part of the National Sports Council's responsibility, we have informed the ICC that this board of directors was not formed in a proper manner, and is not able to complete its work in a proper manner. We have informed the ICC our decision to dissolve this board of directors. The NSC plays an important role for Bangladesh cricket or any sport in Bangladesh and on behalf of the government. Therefore, we are optimistic about the BCB and we think that the ICC will definitely uphold this decision."— Mohammed Aminul Ahesan, NSC sports director

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Delhi-NCR Under Yellow Alert Amidst Heavy Rain and Thunderstorms

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a yellow alert for Delhi-NCR on April 7 and 8, forecasting thunderstorms accompanied by light rain and gusty winds. The IMD issues weather alerts to inform the public about potential severe weather conditions. Heavy rain and thunderstorms lashed Noida on April 7, causing waterlogging and traffic chaos.