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Day after Women's Reservation Bill setback, PM Modi to address nation tonight

PM Modi apologises to mothers and sisters after women's reservation bill fails in Lok Sabha, calls Congress 'anti-reform, selfish'

PM Narendra Modi apologised to the nation's women after the Women's Reservation Bill was defeated in Lok Sabha, saying the government failed to secure a two-thirds majority. He blamed the Opposition for blocking the move and called them opportunistic.

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Five Baloch civilians killed, 4 disappeared at the hands of Pakistani forces: Rights group

The Baloch Yakjehti Committee reported the killing of a 17-year-old student after his alleged disappearance, and accused security forces of staging encounters to justify civilian deaths. Another rights body, Paank, highlighted additional cases of enforced disappearances, including young men detained during raids

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Pak Using Drugs as an Insidious Weapon to Destroy J&K's Younger Generation, Says J&K LG

J&K LG Manoj Sinha has warned that Pakistan is using narcotics as a tool to fund terrorism and target the youth, as he launched a 100-day anti-drug campaign in Rajouri. Calling addiction a societal crisis and a cross-border conspiracy, he announced an intensified crackdown that has already led to multiple arrests and seizures, and urged public participation to dismantle drug networks across the Union Territory.

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SC enhances wife's maintenance, rules EMIs cannot override duty to maintain spouse

The Supreme Court of India raised a woman's maintenance from ₹15,000 to ₹25,000, ruling that EMIs cannot override a husband's duty to support his spouse. The Bench, led by Justice Sanjay Karol, said maintenance must be fair and ensure a dignified life, directing arrears to be cleared within three months.

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2 Indian-flagged vessels fired at in Strait of Hormuz; 2,373 evacuated from Iran so far

Two Indian-flagged vessels were fired at by Iranian gunboats in the Strait of Hormuz today, sources said. No injuries or damage were reported, but both ships had to turn back near Oman along a key oil shipping route. One of the vessels was a very large crude carrier (VLCC) used for long-haul transport.

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Manipur lifts internet ban as law and order situation improves

The suspension of mobile internet and data services was initially imposed for three days, hours after a deadly bomb attack in Bishnupur district on April 7. The attack, allegedly carried out by suspected Kuki militants, claimed the lives of two children and left their mother injured.

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Centre announces maritime insurance pool worth 12,980 crore to protect Indian vessels

The PM Modi-led Union Cabinet on Saturday approved the creation of a Sovereign Maritime Fund (BMI pool) to provide Rs 12,980 crore insurance cover for Indian-flagged, India-bound, and India-originating vessels.

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'It's my husband's birthday': Priyanka Gandhi blushes, opts for yellow saree, makes 'cute' request to journos during press conference

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra held a press interaction on the Women's Reservation Bill, where she outlined the Opposition's stance. During the briefing, she lightened the mood by mentioning it was her husband Robert Vadra's birthday and asking journalists to keep the session short.

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Pakistan in dire straits as lenders ask for loan repayments

IMF clears $1.2 billion for Pakistan under $7 billion bailout package

Pakistan has secured a $1.2 billion tranche from the International Monetary Fund under its $7 billion bailout programme. The staff-level agreement follows talks in Islamabad, with the IMF citing improved economic stability.

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Meta likely to lay off 10 pc of its global workforce next month: Report

Meta is reportedly planning to lay off around 10% of its global workforce, or nearly 8,000 employees, in May, with further job cuts expected later in the year depending on developments in its AI strategy. If expanded, total layoffs could reach 20% of its workforce.

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'Let us together create history today': PM Modi's last minute appeal to Oppn on Women's Reservation Bill

Deliberative Democracy in Balance: Constitutional Propriety, Representation, and Imperative of Deliberative Reform

The outcome has triggered deeper reflection on India's constitutional design of representation, especially the balance between population-based seat allocation and federal equity. It also highlighted concerns over timing, with the ongoing 2027 Census yet to be completed, raising questions about evidentiary validity for such major reforms.

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Iran opens Strait of Hormuz for all commercial vessels, Trump says 'thank you'

Iran closes Strait of Hormuz again, accuses US of breaking promises by continuing blockade

Iran's military command has announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz again, accusing the United States of failing to end its naval blockade on Iranian ports. The IRGC said it would impose strict control over the key waterway, allowing only authorised vessels and demanding compliance from shipping routes.

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Day after Women's Reservation Bill setback, PM Modi to address nation tonight

Narendra Modi is set to address the nation at 8:30 PM amid political tension following the defeat of the Women's Reservation Bill in the Lok Sabha. The Bill, which proposed 33% reservation for women and expansion of parliamentary seats, failed to secure the required majority.

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Parliament Special Session ends; Rajya Sabha, Lok Sabha adjourned sine die; Rekha Gupta joins BJP protest over women's Bill defeat

Rekha Gupta joined BJP leaders in a protest against the Opposition over the defeat of the women's reservation Bill in the Lok Sabha, as the party launched a nationwide campaign. The Bill, proposing 33% reservation for women and expansion of Lok Sabha seats, failed to secure a two-thirds majority, sparking a political clash.

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J&K Govt Takes Over 58 Jamaat-Linked Schools, DCs to Reconstitute Management Panels

The Jammu and Kashmir government has taken over the management of 58 schools linked to the banned Jamaat-e-Islami and its affiliate Falah-e-Aam Trust. Deputy Commissioners have been tasked with forming new management committees after verification, while authorities ensure uninterrupted academic activities.

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PM Modi apologises to mothers and sisters after women's reservation bill fails in Lok Sabha, calls Congress 'anti-reform, selfish'

Five Baloch civilians killed, 4 disappeared at the hands of Pakistani forces: Rights group

Pak Using Drugs as an Insidious Weapon to Destroy J&K's Younger Generation, Says J&K LG

SC enhances wife's maintenance, rules EMIs cannot override duty to maintain spouse

2 Indian-flagged vessels fired at in Strait of Hormuz; 2,373 evacuated from Iran so far

Manipur lifts internet ban as law and order situation improves

Centre announces maritime insurance pool worth 12,980 crore to protect Indian vessels

'It's my husband's birthday': Priyanka Gandhi blushes, opts for yellow saree, makes 'cute' request to journos during press conference

IMF clears $1.2 billion for Pakistan under $7 billion bailout package

Meta likely to lay off 10 pc of its global workforce next month: Report

Deliberative Democracy in Balance: Constitutional Propriety, Representation, and Imperative of Deliberative Reform

Iran closes Strait of Hormuz again, accuses US of breaking promises by continuing blockade

Day after Women's Reservation Bill setback, PM Modi to address nation tonight

Parliament Special Session ends; Rajya Sabha, Lok Sabha adjourned sine die; Rekha Gupta joins BJP protest over women's Bill defeat

J&K Govt Takes Over 58 Jamaat-Linked Schools, DCs to Reconstitute Management Panels

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