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Indian Army Bomb Disposal Squad Neutralizes Live Mortar Shell in Jamwa Ramgarh
In a precision operation led by Lieutenant Colonel KG Gautam, the Indian Army’s Bomb Disposal Squad successfully neutralized an 81 MM mortar shell in Papad village, Jamwa Ramgarh. The 3kg explosive, discovered at Nada Ki Talai, was safely disposed of using a DC capacitor in a 6-foot pit, ending a two-year-old threat and bringing immediate relief to the local residents of Jaipur.
Punjab Defence Services Welfare Minister Reviews Progress on Veteran Compensation and Departmental Reforms
Defence Services Welfare Minister Mr. Mohinder Bhagat led a high-level review at the Punjab Civil Secretariat to assess the progress of welfare works for ex-servicemen. Joined by Principal Secretary Sumer Singh Gurjar and Director Bhupinder Singh Dhillon (Retd.), the meeting focused on martyred soldiers' compensation, expedited hiring for vacant posts, and departmental budget status.
Cabinet Bolsters Compensation: Central Government Employees and Pensioners Secure 2 Per Cent DA Hike to Combat Inflation
The Union Cabinet has approved a 2 per cent hike in Dearness Allowance and Dearness Relief for central government employees and pensioners, raising the rate to 60 per cent. Effective from January 1, 2026, this move benefits over 1.17 crore individuals and addresses inflation impacts. Read the full details on the financial implications and arrears for the federal workforce.
India Secures 6 Million Barrels of Iranian Crude as Strait of Hormuz Tension Escalates and US Waiver Expires
India successfully secures 6 million barrels of Iranian crude oil as the supertanker Dorena arrives off the southern coast just before the expiration of a US sanctions waiver on April 19, 2026. Following a brief opening, Iran has reinstated its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, maintaining strict military control amid the escalating West Asia conflict and US port blockades.
India Summons Iranian Envoy Following Gunfire on Tankers in Strait of Hormuz
India has summoned Iranian envoy Mohammad Fathali following an incident where Iran’s Revolutionary Guards opened fire on two Indian-flagged vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. The escalation, involving an Iraqi oil supertanker, comes amid a US blockade and expiring ceasefire negotiations, sparking fears of a global energy crisis and renewed military confrontation.
Prime Minister Modi to Address Nation Tonight Following Defeat of Women’s Reservation Bill
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the nation at 8:30 PM on April 18, 2026, following the failure of the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill in the Lok Sabha. The address will cover the proposed 33% women's reservation, the plan to increase Lok Sabha seats to 816, and the parliamentary developments surrounding the Bill's rejection.
Amravati Shocked as "Playboy" Serial Predator Arrested for Exploiting 180 Minors
Amravati police arrest Mohammad Ayaz for sexually exploiting 180 minor girls and recording 350 obscene videos. The predator used a "playboy" persona and social media to blackmail victims into prostitution. The scandal involves the suspension of police officers seen celebrating with the accused, the arrest of accomplice Uzer Khan, and the demolition of Ayaz's illegal family property. 
Industrial Tragedy Sparks Corporate Outcry as Naveen Jindal Defends Vedanta Chairman Following Deadly Chhattisgarh Blast
Jindal Steel chairman Naveen Jindal faces intense backlash after defending Vedanta’s Anil Agarwal, who was named in an FIR following a deadly boiler blast in Chhattisgarh. The explosion at the Singhtarai thermal plant killed 23 workers, prompting a probe into maintenance lapses and a heated national debate over corporate accountability, negligence, and the legal liability of billionaire owners.
Massive Vedanta Power Plant Explosion Claims 23 Lives in Chhattisgarh; Echoes of 2009 Korba Tragedy Resurface
At least 23 workers are dead and fourteen critically injured following a massive explosion at a Vedanta Group power plant in Chhattisgarh’s Sakti district on April 14. Amid allegations of grave negligence and safety violations, the incident mirrors the 2009 Korba chimney collapse where 40 laborers died. This report examines the ongoing lack of accountability and justice for industrial victims.
Indian Tankers Targeted by Iranian Gunboats Amid Strait of Hormuz Turmoil
Two Indian-flagged tankers, including a VLCC, were fired upon by Iranian gunboats in the Strait of Hormuz northeast of Oman today. The incident follows the collapse of Iran-US talks and a fluctuating blockade policy. Despite being labeled a friendly nation, India has summoned the Iranian ambassador as maritime instability threatens critical oil shipments and global energy security. 
India Summons Iranian Ambassador Following Naval Strike on Indian Tanker Near Strait of Hormuz
India's Ministry of External Affairs has summoned Iranian Ambassador Dr. Mohammad Fathali to protest a direct naval attack on the Indian tanker Jag Arnav near the Strait of Hormuz. The incident, involving the IRGC and two million barrels of Iraqi oil, highlights escalating tensions in a critical maritime chokepoint that handles twenty percent of the world's global oil consumption.
Beyond the Metros: The Structural Metamorphosis of India’s Real Estate Frontier
India’s real estate market undergoes a structural shift as Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities emerge as primary growth hubs. Driven by infrastructure upgrades, the Smart Cities Mission, and Global Capability Centres, these non-metro markets offer affordability and economic resilience, transforming peri-urban belts into vital nodes for residential and commercial investment across the nation.
