Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and U.S. President Donald Trump held a nearly 40-minute phone conversation on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, according to official reports. The call took place as tensions continue to rise amid the ongoing Iran conflict. The discussion comes shortly after peace talks betwee

At least 10 workers were killed and more than 30 others injured following a major explosion at a Vedanta power plant in India’s Chhattisgarh state, marking one of the region’s most serious industrial accidents in recent years. The incident occurred at approximately 2:30 PM IST on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, in the Sakti district while workers were on their lunch break, triggering panic and a large-scale emergency response. Officials confirmed that 33 workers sustained injuries, with

India's journey into nuclear weapons began in the early 1940s under British colonial rule. Following independence in 1947, the country embarked on a peaceful nuclear program primarily focused on energy production. At the helm of the program was Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru, who aimed to harness nuclear energy for civilian use, emphasizing the peaceful applications of atomic power. However, the political landscape began shifting in the 1960s as India faced mounting security concerns, partic

The Andhra Pradesh government led by N. Chandrababu Naidu has revived the Anna Canteens scheme, which is now witnessing an overwhelming response across urban areas. These canteens, known for providing affordable meals to the poor and working class, are serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner at a highly subsidized price of just ₹5. The scheme, which was discontinued during the tenure of Y. S. Jagan Mohan Reddy, has now regained strong public support after its relaunch.

Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has reported a significant rise in its Hundi collections for the financial year 2025-26, with total donations reaching an impressive ₹1420 crore. This marks an increase of ₹75 crore compared to the previous financial year 2024-25, reflecting a steady upward trend in temple contributions. The growth highlights the continued faith of devotees visiting Tirumala and making offerings, reinforcing the temple’s position as one of the r

Following unsuccessful diplomatic talks, Donald Trump announced a U.S. naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical route for global energy trade. The move is aimed at increasing pressure on

In a major technological twist to election campaigning, actor-turned-politician Vijay and his party Tamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam have introduced hologram-based outreach to connect with voters across Tamil Nadu. With elections approaching, the party is using life-sized 3D projections of Vijay to overcome the ch

The upcoming West Bengal Assembly elections in 2026 are shaping up to be a high-stakes political battle, but the real deciding factor may not be traditional party loyalties or leadership narratives. Instead, the spotlight is firmly on women voters, a powerful and steadily growing electoral force that could ultimately determine the outcome. With polling scheduled in two phases on April 23 and April 29, both the ruling Trinamool Congress and the Bharatiya Janata Party have intensified efforts t

Meta is working on an AI-powered version of CEO Mark Zuckerberg to enhance communication within the company. The project, still in its early stages, aims to create a photorealistic AI character that can interact with employees. This AI is being designed to mirror Zuckerberg’s speech patterns, tone, and views on company strategy, with the goal of making employees feel a stronger connection to their CEO. Zuckerberg is directly involved in training the AI character, feeding it his cu

Today marks a major political shift in Bihar as Chief Minister Nitish Kumar prepares to step down, ending his historic tenure as the state’s longest-serving leader. This move opens the door for the BJP to take control of the state for the first time with its own Chief Minister, signaling a significant change in the political landscape. Schedule of Nitish Kumar’s Final Day as CM 10:30 am: Nitish Kumar will pay tribute at the statue of Dr

Former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has raised concerns about judicial impartiality, accusing Delhi High Court judge Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma of attending four events hosted by the Adhivakta Parishad, a lawyers' body linked to the RSS. Kejriwal, who has long opposed the BJP-RSS ideology, stated that the judge's participation in these events creates a reasonable apprehension that the case may not be handled impartially. The AAP chief called the Delhi liquor policy case political an

A representative for Katy Perry has denied allegations made by Ruby Rose, calling the claims “categorically false” and “dangerous reckless lies” in a statement issued on Monday, April 13, 2026. The response followed a series of social media posts by Rose, 40, who accused the 41-year-old sin

The United States Marshals Service announced the arrest of 78 fugitives following a coordinated three-week operation in Georgia targeting individuals accused of serious and violent crimes. Authorities said the operation, conducted between Sunday, March 16, 2026, and Thursday, April 3, 2026, also resulted i

​New Jersey officials have unveiled a series of new vehicles for NJ Transit as part of a long-term initiative to modernize the state’s public transportation system. The announcement took place at the Meadows Maintenance Complex in Kearny, where state leaders and transit executives presented the latest additions to the agency’s expanding fleet. Mikie Sherrill joined transit officials to

​REDWOOD CITY, California — Revolution Medicines announced positive results from a late-stage clinical trial evaluating its experimental drug daraxonrasib, showing a significant survival benefit for patients with advanced pancreatic cancer who had previously undergone treatment. According to the company, patients receiving the once-daily oral therapy lived a median of 13.2 months, compar

President Donald Trump renewed criticism of NATO on Saturday, April 12, 2026, saying the alliance could face a “very serious examining” after it did not support the United States during its recent conflict with Iran

Sunrisers Hyderabad secured a commanding 57-run victory over Rajasthan Royals in an IPL 2026 clash held in Hyderabad, powered by standout performances from debutants Praful Hinge and Sakib Hussain. The match took place on Tuesday, April 13, 2026, with Hyderabad delivering a dominant all-around display.

U.S. President Donald Trump removed an AI-generated image from his account on Truth Social on Monday, April 13, 2026, after it remained online for nearly 13 hours and sparked significant backlash from segments of his political base, particularly religious conservatives. The image depicted Trump in

Manchester United host Leeds United at Old Trafford in a pivotal Premier League clash with significant implications f

NEW YORK — The Trump administration has agreed to continue flying a rainbow Pride flag at the Stonewall National Monument, reversing a February decision that had sparked legal challenges and public criticism. The agreement was disclosed in court filings on Monday, February 2026, as part of an effort to resolve a lawsuit brought by LGBTQ+ advocacy and historic preservation groups. The settlement remains subject to approval by a federal judge. According to the filing, the Department o