The police have arrested YSRCP MLC Anantha Babu in connection with the murder case of his driver, Subrahmanyam. The MLC and his wife, Lakshmi Durga, appeared before the Rajamahendravaram Court today during the hearing on the Bail Cancelation petition. The police arrested him immediately upon his exit from the court premises. He was shifted to the Sarpaavaram PS in Kakinada.

On the decorative arches being erected at the venue of the inaugural meeting of Kavitha's Party, Boards bearing the inscription "Telangana Praja Vikas Samithi – Welcomes You" have been displayed. While speculation has been rife that the party would be named "Telangana Praja Jagruthi", the different name on the decorative arches has sparked an intriguing discussion.

A key schedule of Prabhas' Spirit that was supposed to happen this month was pushed to May. We do not know the reasons and Prabhas headed to Europe for a vacation in this gap. In all probability, there may be change in Kalki 2 schedule planned next month as a result of this change.

Tamil Nadu recorded 4.88 crore votes in 2026, up by 23 lakh from 2021, but not a disproportionate rise. Despite expectations of crossing the five-crore mark, turnout fell short. Polling largely remained urban-centric, with limited rural enthusiasm. The absence of any strong wave suggests a subdued electoral mood across the state.

In a shocking twist, 65 election duty officers moved the Supreme Court of India alleging their names were deleted from voter rolls despite having EPIC numbers. Senior Advocate M R Shamshad called it arbitrary. The court directed them to approach the tribunal, noting they may miss voting this election but their voter rights must be protected.

The Enforcement Directorate conducted raids on houses of key accused in the AP liquor scam. Searches targeted multiple leaders across Hyderabad, Tirupati and Vijayawada. Officials allege nearly ₹1000 crore kickbacks were diverted through shell companies, based on SIT findings.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared photos from the banks of the Hooghly River in Kolkata, calling the Ganga the “soul of Bengal.” He expressed gratitude to Maa Ganga, interacted with locals, and captured images of Howrah Bridge and Vidyasagar Setu during his visit.

Several Indian cities crossed 40°C early morning, mainly in Uttar Pradesh and Chhattisgarh. Cities like Mirzapur and Bilaspur are leading the heat list. Hyderabad is not in the top 10 hottest cities as of now, staying slightly cooler, but temperatures may rise later in the day.

Donald Trump issued a sharp ultimatum to Iran, saying time is running out for a deal while ruling out nuclear strikes. He stressed Iran is already weakened and warned of further military action if talks fail. Tensions remain high as US forces tighten pressure in the region.

Voting surged strongly as evening data showed massive participation. West Bengal recorded an impressive 90% turnout by 5 PM, while Tamil Nadu reached 82%. High voter engagement across both states reflects a powerful electoral response, with citizens turning out in large numbers till the final hours.

Polling momentum surged as voter turnout climbed sharply. West Bengal recorded a strong 78% turnout by 3 PM, while Tamil Nadu reached 70%, reflecting high electoral participation. Continuous queues and active engagement show strong democratic enthusiasm across both key states.

Actress Simran’s latest social media post has triggered political buzz. She emphasized that voting is a responsibility and not a “cinematic shoot,” urging focus on the process instead of distractions at polling booths. While some netizens feel her remarks subtly point towards actor Vijay’s political entry with TVK, others argue she was generally addressing crowding and media attention during elections.

Voter enthusiasm remained high as polling progressed in Phase-1. West Bengal recorded a solid 62.2% turnout by 1 PM, reflecting intense participation. Tamil Nadu also showed steady momentum with 56.8%. Long queues and active voter presence indicate a decisive electoral mood in both politically crucial states today.

The Government of India has dismissed reports of petrol and diesel price hikes as fake and misleading. Officials clarified no such proposal exists. Authorities said such rumors aim to create panic, highlighting that fuel prices have remained stable for four years despite global volatility.

Polling picked up pace in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal with impressive voter participation by 11 AM. Tamil Nadu recorded 37.56% turnout across 234 constituencies, while West Bengal saw 41.11% in its first phase covering 152 seats. Long queues at polling booths since early morning signaled strong public enthusiasm in the ongoing Assembly elections.

Amid speculation after Deepika Padukone announced her pregnancy, reports claimed her role in Raaka might be trimmed. However, the makers have dismissed these as baseless as per times of india report. They confirmed Deepika continues to play a crucial role alongside Allu Arjun in Raaka, directed by Atlee.

Team Varanasi is set to make its first global appearance at CCXP México 2026 on April 24 with an exclusive panel. The session will showcase behind-the-scenes footage and offer fans a chance to interact directly with the team, marking a major international step for the project.

Tamil Nadu recorded 17.69% voter turnout by 9 am across all 234 Assembly constituencies, with long queues seen since early morning. Meanwhile, West Bengal logged 18.76% turnout in the first phase of its 2026 Assembly polls, covering 152 constituencies, as voting continues amid tight security and brisk participation.

Amid heavy voter turnout in Tamil Nadu, actor-politician Vijay has reportedly written to the Election Commission, urging extra polling hours. He cited large crowds stranded at bus stations, raising concerns over voters missing their chance. The move comes as long queues and transport issues mark today’s high-voltage polling.

With both legends injured, it remains unclear if they will play in today’s Mumbai vs CSK clash. Dubbed the “El Clásico” of the IPL, fans are hoping both stars return to the battleground this evening.