How a ‘water request’ turned into horror: Govt employee raped at knifepoint

In a shocking incident in Macherla, Andhra Pradesh, a 32-year-old woman employed by the government experienced a horrific attack in her home. An unidentified man broke in, brandishing a knife, and committed a violent act against her, using an iron rod in a deeply disturbing manner.

Middle East continues to boil: Iran rejects US 48-hour ceasefire proposal

Iran has reportedly rejected a US proposal for a 48-hour ceasefire, with an unnamed source citing the offer was delivered via an intermediary. Tehran insists on a guaranteed, permanent end to hostilities and has dismissed claims by US President Trump about seeking a temporary truce.

Delhi, Baku work to fix ties after Pakistan row

7th India-flagged LPG tanker crosses Hormuz, 17 in queue

In a significant maritime achievement, an Indian LPG tanker has successfully maneuvered through the strategic Strait of Hormuz, flanked by six compatriots that have already reached Indian shores. However, the tension persists as seventeen Indian vessels, two of which are LPG carriers, hold position on the western side, biding their time for a chance to make the journey.

Iran shoots down fighter jet: Both US and Iran hunt for missing American pilot

MP assembly disqualifies Congress MLA Rajendra Bharti at midnight, opposition cries foul

Madhya Pradesh assembly disqualified Congress MLA Rajendra Bharti at midnight after a Delhi court sentenced him in a bank fraud case. The opposition slammed the move as a democratic violation, especially as the court stayed the sentence for 60 days for appeal. Constitutional experts questioned the premature disqualification, while parties traded accusations.

Delivery worker stabs minor neighbour in Delhi, dies hours later in suspected cylinder blast

A delivery worker allegedly stabbed a minor neighbor multiple times in East Delhi before dying in a suspected cylinder blast at his residence. Police are investigating the stabbing and the subsequent blast, which occurred shortly after the attack. The critically injured girl remains in hospital, while the man was declared brought dead.

HAL imposes ‘contractual penalties’ on GE for Tejas engine delivery delay;

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited anticipates receiving 20 F404 engines from General Electric by December, with a sixth for the Tejas Mark 1A expected by April-end. HAL is imposing contractual penalties on GE for engine supply delays. Meanwhile, all 34 Tejas jets are set to resume flying from April 8 after software issues were resolved, following a recent grounding incident.

Centre asks states to curb fuel rumours

Government moves to end toll waiver on ID display; no cash at booths from April 10

Toll payments will go cashless from April 10, with no cash transactions accepted. Vehicles without FASTags can pay via UPI at 1.25 times the normal fee, or face penalties. Exempted individuals must now use special FASTags or annual passes to prevent misuse and reduce arguments at toll plazas, paving the way for signal-free tolling.

Supreme Court judge recuses self from case after reserving verdict

In a surprising twist, Justice K.V. Viswanathan of the Supreme Court opted to recuse himself from a case that had reached the judgment reservation stage. Upon reflection, he realized his prior role in representing the petitioner, Alchemist Asset Reconstruction Company, throughout his distinguished legal career.

Lieutenant governor orders magisterial probe into Ganderbal ‘encounter’, seeks report within 7 days

Senators urge Trump to bar Chinese cars via Canada in a total US ban

Three Democratic senators urged President Trump to block Chinese automakers from entering the U.S. market, citing economic and national security risks. They highlighted concerns over unfair competition, state-backed subsidies, and potential data security threats from connected vehicles. The senators also called for preventing Chinese vehicles from entering the U.S. via Canada and Mexico.

‘Keep the oil, anyone?’ Trump jabs allies as Iran blockade hits supplies

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