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Gold Prices Slip Near ₹1.53 Lakh Amid Global Tensions

Gold prices in India witnessed a decline on Friday, reflecting global market pressures and geopolitical uncertainty. The price of 24-carat gold fell by ₹268 to ₹15,309 per gram, bringing the rate close to ₹1.53 lakh per 10 grams. The 22-carat variant also registered a drop, indicating a broader softening trend in bullion prices. In Delhi,…

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ED Raids Punjab Minister Sanjeev Arora in FEMA Probe

Punjab: The Enforcement Directorate on Friday carried out extensive searches at premises linked to Punjab cabinet minister Sanjeev Arora, his family members, and business associates as part of an ongoing probe under the Foreign Exchange Management Act. The coordinated action covered 13 locations across Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh, focusing on alleged financial irregularities, including money…

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Mumbai Under Yellow Alert as Heat and Humidity Intensify

Mumbai: The India Meteorological Department has placed Mumbai under a yellow alert on Friday, warning residents of persistently hot and humid conditions across the city. The advisory indicates rising discomfort levels due to increasing moisture in the air, with temperatures expected to climb to around 35°C during the day. According to the latest forecast, the…

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Indonesia Helicopter Crash Claims Eight Lives in Remote West Kalimantan

Jakarta, April 17, 2026: A tragic aviation accident in Indonesia’s West Kalimantan province has resulted in the deaths of at least eight individuals after a helicopter went down in a hard to access forested region. According to authorities, the aircraft was carrying passengers along with crew members when it lost contact and eventually crashed in…

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Florida Surgeon Charged with Manslaughter in Wrong Organ Surgery Case

U.S.A: A shocking case of alleged medical negligence has emerged from Florida, where a surgeon has been charged with manslaughter after reportedly removing the wrong organ during a surgical procedure, leading to a patient’s death. Dr Thomas Shaknovsky has been indicted by a grand jury on charges of second-degree manslaughter following the incident, which has…

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Charlie Kirk Murder Case: Accused Moves to Ban Cameras from Courtroom

Uthah: The man accused of killing Charlie Kirk has approached the court seeking a ban on cameras inside the courtroom, arguing that extensive media coverage is undermining his right to a fair trial. Tyler Robinson, who faces aggravated murder charges, is scheduled to appear in court as his legal team pushes for restrictions on live…

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Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Alleges Political Motive Behind ED Raids on AAP Leaders

Chandigarh, April 17, 2026: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Friday launched a sharp attack on the BJP-led Centre following Enforcement Directorate action against Aam Aadmi Party leaders, claiming the raids are politically driven and linked to upcoming Assembly elections in the state. Reacting to the searches conducted at the premises of Punjab minister Sanjeev…

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Panchkula Court Rejects Teen’s Bail Plea in Child Sexual Content Case

Haryana: A court in Panchkula has refused to grant bail to a 19-year-old culprit from Karnal who is accused of sharing sexually explicit material involving minors on social media platforms. The court, while rejecting his second bail plea, observed that such offences strike at the very core of societal values and undermine the safety and…

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Free Health Camp Held at NPTI Faridabad Draws Large Participation

Faridabad, April 16, 2026: A comprehensive free health screening camp was organised at the National Power Training Institute in Sector 33, Faridabad, with the aim of promoting awareness about preventive healthcare and overall well being. The initiative witnessed enthusiastic participation from hundreds of students, officers and employees who availed themselves of various medical checkups. The…

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Cidco Clears Illegal Container Yards Across 1.2 Lakh Sqm in Uran

In a major enforcement action, the City and Industrial Development Corporation (City and Industrial Development Corporation) has demolished unauthorised container yards spread across more than 1.2 lakh square metres in Uran, marking one of its most extensive crackdowns in recent years. The operation targeted 13 plots located in Jambulpadha and Belondakhar, areas situated close to…

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