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US tariff updates: Italy’s PM Meloni to visit US on April 17 for tariff talks with Trump

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said she would visit Washington next week to discuss US tariffs on the European Union with President Donald Trump. In comments to a meeting with businesses published by her office, the far-right leader repeated her argument that a trade war helped nobody, and said she would "be in Washington on April 17 and obviously I intend to address this issue with the US president".

US tariff updates: US announces 104% tariff on China, new charges begin April 9

The US has implemented a 104% tariff on Chinese goods. According to the White House Press Secretary, this new tariff took effect, and an additional tariff will be collected starting April 9.

India News Updates: Ashwini Vaishnaw launches new Aadhaar app with facial login launched for testing

New Aadhaar app with facial login launched for testing. Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw tweets, "Aadhaar App ensures ⁠stronger privacy, No more misuse or leaks of Aadhaar data, Protection against forgery or editing (like photoshopping your Aadhaar)"

World News Updates: Supreme Court freezes order for federal employees to resume work under Trump

The Supreme Court has halted an order that would have required the Trump administration to bring thousands of federal employees back to work, according to reports from AP.

India News Live: Congress leader P Chidambaram falls unconscious in Ahmedabad, son reassures public

Senior Congress leader P Chidambaram fell unconscious at the Sabarmati Ashram in Ahmedabad on Tuesday and was immediately taken to the hospital. His son, Karti Chidambaram, later reassured on X that his father is stable and is currently being examined by doctors.

India News Live: Fire breaks out at warehouse in Morena, Madhya Pradesh

A fire has erupted at a warehouse in Morena, Madhya Pradesh. Firefighters are currently at the scene, working to control the blaze.

Delhi News Live: Fire breaks out at restaurant in Old Rajinder Nagar, two fire tenders deployed

The Delhi Fire Service received a report of a fire at a restaurant in Old Rajinder Nagar. Two fire trucks were dispatched to the scene. More details awaited.

India News Live: India’s trade talks with US advancing smoothly, says Piyush Goyal

Piyush Goyal stated that India's ongoing trade discussions with the United States are progressing positively. He reassured businesses that India is prioritizing its national interests in these talks.

India News Live: 22 Naxalite rebels surrender in Bijapur, Chhattisgarh

22 Naxalites have surrendered to security forces in Bijapur district of Chhattisgarh, according to police sources. The move is seen as a blow to the Naxalite insurgency in the region.

Delhi news live: Delhi govt issues advisory about heatwave risks amid rising temperatures

As temperatures in Delhi rise due to ongoing heatwave conditions, the local government has issued a warning urging residents to protect themselves from heat-related illnesses like heatstroke. The advisory from the Delhi health department stresses that extreme heat can pose serious health risks, especially for vulnerable groups such as children, pregnant women, the elderly, outdoor workers, and those with pre-existing health conditions. Residents are advised to take necessary precautions to stay safe during the intense heat.

PM Modi News Live: PM Narendra Modi meets Crown Prince of Dubai

Waqf Bill News Live: Waqf (Amendment) Act 2025 now in effect

The Waqf (Amendment) Act, recently passed by Parliament, officially came into force on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, as announced in a government notification. The Ministry of Minority Affairs confirmed that the Act's provisions are now operational, as per the Central Government's decree.

World News Live: At least 15 die in night club roof collapse in Santo Domingo, say reports

At least 15 individuals lost their lives when the roof of the Jet Set nightclub in Santo Domingo caved in during the early hours of Tuesday, according to Juan Manuel Mendez, director of the Dominican Emergency Operations Center

Instagram News Live: Instagram bans livestreams and nudity for users under 16

Instagram users under 16 will not be able to livestream or unblur nudity in direct messages they've received without parental approval, owner Meta Platforms said Tuesday as it widened its safety measures for teenagers. The social media company also said it was extending safeguards for users under 18 to Facebook and Messenger.

2008 Jaipur Blasts Live: Court hands life sentences to four convicts

A special court in Jaipur sentenced four individuals to life imprisonment on Tuesday for their involvement in the 2008 Jaipur serial bomb blasts case. Special Public Prosecutor Sagar Tiwari stated that the court awarded life sentences to the four accused—Mohd Sarwar, Saifur Rehman, Saif, and Shahbaz. He added that the court emphasized that the attack was not just on an individual but on the nation's sovereignty and integrity. While the defense sought to reduce the sentence based on previous convictions, Tiwari clarified that the Supreme Court's ruling prevents such set-offs in this case.

India News Live: Congress Working Committee commemorates 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Patel

KC Venugopal announced that the Congress Working Committee has passed a special resolution to commemorate the 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.

World News Live: Iran and US set for indirect talks in Oman over nuclear program, says Foreign Minister

Iran's foreign minister has stated that he and US envoy Steve Witkoff will engage in indirect talks in Oman regarding Tehran's nuclear program, according to AP reports.

2008 Jaipur Blasts Live: Trial court sentences four to life imprisonment

In the 2008 Jaipur blasts case, a trial court has sentenced four men to life imprisonment for their involvement in the bombings.

Mumbai News Live: Bombay HC takes action against lawyer representing Disha Salian's father for defamatory remarks on judge

The Bombay High Court has started contempt proceedings against the lawyer representing Disha Salian's father for making "scandalous and defamatory" remarks about a High Court judge.

India News Live: Crown Prince of Dubai holds bilateral meeting with Rajnath Singh

The Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy PM and Minister of Defence Sheikh Hamadan Bin Mohammad Al Maktoum held a bilateral meeting with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.

Maharashtra News Live: Maharashtra Cabinet approves regularization of Sindhi colonies

The Maharashtra Cabinet has decided to regularize Sindhi colonies in the state. Sindhi families who migrated from Pakistan and have been living in 30 such colonies across Maharashtra will now have their settlements officially recognized.

India News Live: Uttarakhand CM Dhami reviews traffic arrangements for Char Dham Yatra

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami held a review meeting in Dehradun to discuss traffic arrangements for the upcoming Char Dham Yatra

India News Live: Fire breaks out at Chandigarh Hospital, quickly controlled with no casualties

A fire erupted at a private hospital in Chandigarh’s Sector 22 market, but fire services quickly responded and managed to control the blaze. Sub Inspector Chonki Incharge ISBT 17, Jaskaran, says "The fire has been brought under control. As of now, it looks like the fire broke out due to a short circuit. No casualties were reported...It took around 10 minutes to control the fire..."

Weather News Live: Red alert for heatwave in Rajasthan and Gujarat, light rain expected in North India, says IMD scientist

IMD scientist Naresh Kumar updated about the heatwave and upcoming rainfall in North India saying,  "There is a red alert for Rajasthan, Gujarat. For many days, continuous severe heatwave to heatwave is prevailing in Gujarat. We are expecting temperature fall from tomorrow. In Rajasthan, there will be orange alert from tomorrow. In Punjab, Haryana, Western UP, heatwave will be there today and tomorrow, then the heatwave will await. " "These regions are also facing a warm night warning. A western disturbance is approaching, bringing light to moderate rainfall over the next 4-5 days in the western Himalayan region, including Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand. The plains of Punjab, Haryana, and parts of Delhi-NCR can expect light rainfall from tomorrow until April 11, with a thunderstorm forecast for Delhi-NCR on April 10, followed by light rain on April 11. After 48 hours, temperatures are expected to decrease", he added.

West Bengal News Live: SC sets aside HC order for CBI probe into creation of supernumerary posts by WB cabinet

In a significant relief for the West Bengal government, the Supreme Court on Monday set aside the Calcutta High Court’s direction for a CBI probe into the cabinet’s decision to create supernumerary posts.

Speaking on the development, Advocate Bikash Ranjan Bhattacharya said, “The SC today said that the direction of the HC for a CBI investigation against the cabinet was uncalled for. Therefore, the SC has quashed that part of the order.”

PM Modi-MUDRA News Live: Rs 33 lakh crore disbursed without collateral, says PM Modi

Speaking at the event, PM Modi said, “You read in the newspapers that this is a government of the rich. But even if you add up the total amount received by all the rich, it wouldn’t come close to ₹33 lakh crore. This amount has been given to the common people of the country — without any guarantee.”

The Prime Minister underscored the transformative impact of the scheme, particularly for young entrepreneurs. “The youth of India possess incredible entrepreneurial skills. If they get just a little help, they can achieve big results. Mudra Yojana is an eye-opener for any government,” he added.

PM Modi-MUDRA News Live: Most beneficiaries out of 52 crore borrowers are women and interestingly they are most prompt in repayment of their Mudra loans, says PM Modi

PM Modi-MUDRA News Live: Mudra beneficiaries' presence makes the house pure, says PM Modi

Welcoming Mudra Yojana beneficiaries from across the country at his residence on Monday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed gratitude for their visit, calling it a moment of pride and inspiration.

“I thank you all for coming to my residence. It is said in our scriptures that when guests come to a house, the house becomes pure, so I welcome you all,” the Prime Minister said.

PM Modi-MUDRA News Live: PM Modi hears stories of transformation from MUDRA beneficiaries

During the interaction, beneficiaries from across the country shared how the scheme had transformed their lives by enabling them to start or expand their businesses.

Many spoke about how the collateral-free loans provided under PMMY empowered them to achieve financial independence and create employment opportunities in their communities. PM Modi listened to their stories and applauded their spirit of entrepreneurship.