Month: April 2026
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Iran shuts Strait of Hormuz after Israeli strikes in Lebanon escalate tensions
The ongoing Middle East escalation has entered a dangerous phase following Iran’s decision to enforce a fresh Strait of Hormuz closure, a move triggered by intensified Israel Lebanon strikes. The development comes at a…
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Centre advances 33% quota plan for women in Parliament and state assemblies
The long-awaited Women reservation bill has taken a decisive step forward, with the Union Cabinet approving proposals to operationalise 33 percent quota for women in the Lok Sabha and state assemblies. The move is…
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India nuclear breakthrough as Kalpakkam nuclear reactor achieves critical milestone
India has delivered a landmark India nuclear breakthrough with the Kalpakkam nuclear reactor achieving first criticality, placing the country among a select group of nations mastering advanced nuclear technology. The 500 MWe Fast Breeder…
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Assembly Elections 2026 begin across Kerala, Assam and Puducherry in single-phase voting
The much-anticipated Assembly Elections 2026 commenced on Thursday with Kerala Assam voting and polling in Puducherry taking place in a single phase, marking the beginning of a crucial political season in India. Early visuals…
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Ceasefire tensions rise as Israel expands Lebanon strikes and Iran closes Hormuz Strait
A fragile ceasefire agreement tied to the ongoing Israel Iran conflict appeared dangerously close to collapse after Iran initiated another Strait of Hormuz closure, responding sharply to intensified Israel Lebanon strikes. The latest developments…
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Adani SEC lawsuit faces legal challenge as Gautam Adani contests US securities case
The high-profile Adani SEC lawsuit has entered a critical phase, with billionaire industrialist Gautam Adani formally seeking dismissal of a securities fraud case filed by the US Securities and Exchange Commission. The move marks…
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How Iran’s supreme leader approved last-minute truce with United States
The Iran Trump truce has emerged as one of the most dramatic geopolitical turnarounds in recent history, with new details revealing how a last-minute Khamenei ceasefire decision helped avert a potentially catastrophic escalation between…
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RBI policy rates unchanged as India inflation risks rise amid Iran war impact
India’s central bank has opted to keep borrowing costs steady, with the RBI policy rates remaining unchanged at 5.25%, even as the Iran war impact continues to raise serious India inflation risks. The decision…