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April 15, 2026 9:46 AM

US, Iran may resume talks this week despite port blockade

Talks to end the Iran war could resume in Pakistan over the next two days, U.S. President Donald Trump said on Tuesday, after the collapse of weekend negotiations prompted Washington to impose a blockade on Iranian ports. Officials from ...

April 15, 2026 9:39 AM

US hosts rare Israel-Lebanon talks, progress unclear

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio hosted the first direct talks between Israel and Lebanon in decades on Tuesday and both sides said they held positive discussions although it was not immediately clear if they agreed to a framework for peace. The ...

April 14, 2026 1:25 PM

India Set for Major Decision on Women’s Reservation: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday addressed the Nari Shakti Vandan programme at Vigyan Bhawan, stating that India is on the verge of taking a major decision dedicated to women’s empowerment. Describing the moment as historic, the Prime Minis...

April 14, 2026 11:10 AM

Maha Bishuba Pana Sankranti Celebrated; PM Modi, Odisha CM Extend Wishes

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday extended greetings to the people of Odisha on the occasion of Maha Bishuba Pana Sankranti, expressing hope that the festival strengthens the spirit of togetherness in society. In a post on social media platfor...

April 14, 2026 10:54 AM

Baisakhi Brings Message of Hope, Prosperity and Unity: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday extended greetings to citizens on the occasion of Baisakhi, highlighting the festival’s message of gratitude, renewal and hope, while acknowledging the contribution of farmers to the nation. In a post on X, ...

April 14, 2026 10:09 AM

“Efforts towards nation-building deeply motivating”: PM Modi pays tribute to Baba Saheb Ambedkar on his 135th birth anniversary

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday paid tribute to the architect of the Indian Constitution, Dr B.R. Ambedkar, on his birth anniversary, recalling his contributions to nation-building that continue to inspire generations. In a post on X, the Pr...

April 13, 2026 5:29 PM

India Pharma 2026 highlights policy push, innovation drive to boost sector growth

The 9th edition of India Pharma 2026, a flagship event of the Department of Pharmaceuticals under the Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers, commenced in New Delhi on Monday, bringing together global stakeholders to chart the future of India’s ph...

April 13, 2026 4:47 PM

PM Modi to visit Uttarakhand, UP on April 14; inaugurate Delhi-Dehradun Economic Corridor

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Uttarakhand and Uttar Pradesh on April 14, where he will inaugurate the much-anticipated Delhi–Dehradun Economic Corridor and review key infrastructure and environmental initiatives. As part of his visit, th...

April 13, 2026 4:19 PM

Preparations underway for return of F1 to India: Sports Minister Mandaviya

Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Monday said the government is actively working to promote motorsports and is pushing for the return of Formula One to India before 2027, after a gap of nearly 13 years. In an informal interaction with the media, ...

April 13, 2026 3:13 PM

What does a US naval blockade of Iran mean for oil flows?

The U.S. military said it would block shipping traffic in and out of Iran's ports starting at 10 a.m. ET (1400 GMT) on Monday, a move that would prevent roughly two million barrels of Iranian oil a day from entering the world's markets, further tight...