________________________ *TODAYS TOP NEWS* --------------------------------------- 1. Polling for Assembly elections in Assam, Keralam, and the Union Territory of Puducherry will be held today. Voting will be held for all 126 seats in Assam, 140 in Keralam and 30 seats in Puducherry. Polling will begin today at 7 AM and continue till 6 PM. 2. The Union Cabinet has approved 41 thousand 534 crore rupees nutrient-based subsidy for Phosphatic and Potassic fertilizers for this year’s Kharif season. Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw made the announcement while briefing media in New Delhi. 3. On the occasion of World Health Day, the Maharashtra government started a new rural healthcare campaign called “Majha Gaon, Arogyasampann Gaon” (My Village, Healthy Village). This scheme, worth Rs.65.25 crore, aims to improve health services in villages and make quality treatment available to people near their homes. 4. The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) has also approved the revision of HPCL Rajasthan Refinery Limited project cost from 43 thousand 129 crore rupees to 79 thousand 459 crore rupees. The CCEA also approved investment of over 26 thousand crore rupees for construction of Kamala Hydro Electric Project in Arunachal Pradesh. 5. India is celebrating 11 successful years of the Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY), a major government scheme that has helped millions of small entrepreneurs start and grow their businesses. Launched on April 8, 2015, by PM Modi, the scheme focuses on providing easy, collateral-free loans to people who were earlier unable to access formal banking services. The Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana is a government initiative that provides loans of up to Rs.20 lakh to small and micro businesses. 6. Air pollution continues to be a serious problem in India, and a new report has brought fresh concerns. According to the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA), Gurgaon was the most polluted city in the country in March 2026. 7. The Government has said, that it is ensuring continued availability of LPG, petrol and diesel, fertilisers for farmers and facilitating supply of essential commodities in the country. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh stated this in social media post after chairing the third meeting of the Group of Ministers on West Asia in New Delhi. 8. The Union Cabinet on Wednesday (April 8, 2026) approved a draft amendment Bill to operationalise the Women’s Reservation Act by the 2029 Lok Sabha elections.Under the proposal, the strength of the Lok Sabha is set to rise from 543 to 816 seats, following a fresh delimitation exercise. 9. BJP on Wednesday appointed G Krishnakumar, a Malayali actor who contested Assembly and Lok Sabha elections on a BJP ticket, as the part-time Chairman of National Film Development Corporation. 10. Veteran Congress leader and former Union minister Mohsina Kidwai passed away on 8 April 2026 at the age of 94. She died at a hospital in Noida after suffering from age-related ailments. --------------------------------------- *LEGAL REPORT* --------------------------------------- 1. The Bombay High Court has declared null and void the Election Commission’s notification for by-election to Ponda Assembly seat in Goa, effectively cancelling the polling scheduled for today. 2. Uttarakhand High Court has recently stayed the felling of oak trees in Mussoorie, raising concerns over environmental conservation amid urban development. The decision came in response to tree-cutting activities planned by the Municipal Council for construction purposes. --------------------------------------- *DEFENCE News* --------------------------------------- 1. INS Aridhaman, India's third nuclear-powered submarine, has joined the Navy fleet, strengthening maritime defence, boosting nuclear triad capability and enhancing the country's underwater strategic power. 2. India has taken another important step in strengthening its ties with neighboring countries. The Indian Navy ship INS Sunayna recently reached Malé, the capital of the Maldives, as part of a special mission called IOS SAGAR. This visit shows India’s strong commitment to friendship, cooperation and security in the Indian Ocean region. 3. The Indian Army has recently unveiled a landmark document titled the “Indian Army’s Technology Roadmap for Unmanned Aerial Systems and Loitering Munitions.” This strategic initiative, released by Lieutenant General Rahul R Singh, Deputy Chief of Army Staff (CD&S), outlines the military's long-term capability requirements for unmanned platforms and precision strike systems. --------------------------------------- ✈ *INTERNATIONAL NEWS* --------------------------------------- 1. External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar yesterday reiterated India’s desire to engage constructively with the new Government of Bangladesh and further strengthen bilateral ties. Dr Jaishankar met with Foreign Minister of Bangladesh, Dr. Khalilur Rahman in New Delhi. 2. The Bangladesh Foreign Ministry also “reiterated its request to extradite Sheikh Hasina and her Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal to Bangladesh who have been awarded the death penalty by the International Crimes Tribunal”. Former PM Sheikh Hasina has been in Delhi since August last year after being ousted following widespread protests. 3. India has expressed firm opposition to the imposition of any tolls or fees for cargo vessels navigating the Strait of Hormuz, according to government sources.This development follows a two-week ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran, which aims to guarantee the resumption of maritime traffic through one of the world's most critical energy corridors. 4. The Indian Space Research Organisation is preparing to announce the launch date for the first uncrewed mission of the Gaganyaan programme, with ISRO Chairperson Dr V Narayanan confirming that the timeframe will be revealed shortly.The mission, designated HLVM-3 G1/OM1, was initially scheduled for the first quarter of 2026 but has faced delays. --------------------------------------- 🌎 *WORLD NEWS* 🌍 --------------------------------------- 1. The United Arab Emirates has marked a significant milestone in global digital infrastructure by launching the world’s first commercial upper 6GHz (U6GHz) internet network. Announced at the SAMENA Council Leaders’ Summit 2026, the initiative positions the UAE as the first “10 giga” nation, signalling a major leap in next-generation connectivity. 2. Russia and China vetoed a UN resolution to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, increasing global tensions, raising oil supply concerns, and highlighting divisions among major powers over handling the crisis. 3. US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth highlighted the economic impact of the two-week ceasefire agreement. 4. Indonesian Fisherman Catches Chinese Underwater Drone in Key Shipping Strait. This underwater developed by CSIC (China Shipbuilding Industry Corporation). --------------------------------------- 🚣🚴🏇🏊 *SPORTS* --------------------------------------- Indian Premier League 2026 70 T20s Mar 28 - May 31 (a) 14th Match Delhi Capitals vs Gujarat Titans Gujarat Titans won by 1 run GT: 210/4(20) DC: 209/8(20) PLAYER OF THE MATCH Rashid Khan (b) 15th Match Thursday, 9 Apr 2026 Kolkata, Eden Gardens Kolkata Knight Riders Vs Lucknow Super Giants 7:30 PM / 7:30 PM LOCAL Match starts at Apr 09, 14:00 GMT 2. In Badminton, PV Sindhu, HS Prannoy, and Ayush Shetty have advanced to the pre-quarterfinals of the Badminton Asia Championships 2026 in Ningbo, China, yesterday. Two-time Olympic medalist PV Sindhu defeated Malaysia’s Wong Ling Ching in a hard-fought match with a score of 15-21, 21-11, 21-19. In the men’s singles category, HS Prannoy recorded secured a win, beating Vietnam’s Nguyen Hai Dang 24-22, 21-12, to set up a second-round clash against China’s Weng Hong Yang. 3. A high-level delegation from the Commonwealth Games Federation is on a four-day visit to Gujarat today to inspect and study the state’s preparedness for hosting the 2030 Commonwealth Games. 4. Hockey India has announced a 24-member squad for the Indian Women’s Hockey Team’s upcoming tour of Argentina. The tour will take place in Buenos Aires from April 13 to 17. The Indian team, led by captain Salima Tete, will play four matches against Argentine. 5. The famous TCS World 10k Bengaluru race will take place on 26 April 2026, and this year it has a special highlight. Well-known athlete Blanka Vlasic has been announced as the International Event Ambassador, bringing global attention and excitement to the event. Blanka Vlasic is a former high jump star from Croatia and is considered one of the best in the sport. -------------------------------------- *FINANCE* --------------------------------------- *INDIAN RUPEE VALUE* 💷 *GBP* ₹123(Approx) € *Euro* : ₹107(Approx)  *USD* ₹ 92(Approx) 🇨🇦 *Canada* :CAD ₹67 🇦🇺 *Australia* : ₹ 65 🇦🇪 *UAE Dirham* : ₹ 25 *🇨🇳 China Yuan ¥* : ₹ 13 🇲🇻 *Maldives Rufiya* : ₹ 6.00 🇧🇹 *Bhutan ngultrum* : ₹ 1.00 🇳🇵 *Nepal Rupee* : ₹ 0.63 🇧🇩 *B'desh Taka** : ₹ 0.70 🇵🇰 *Pak Rupee* : ₹ 0.32 🇱🇰 *Sri Lanka Rupee* : ₹ 0.29 --------------------------------------- *BSE SENSEX* 77,562.90 +2,946.32 (3.95%)🌲 *NIFTY* 23,997.35 +873.70 (3.78%)🌲 --------------------------------------- *Rates in Financial Capital Mumbai* *GOLD* : ₹ 15,500/ 01gm (24 krt) *SILVER* : ₹ 2,60,100/KG Bank of Baroda launches AI-powered bob SAMVAD in Mumbai to improve multilingual communication at branches, enabling seamless customer interactions, better service delivery, and more inclusive banking experience across languages. --------------------------------------- *ENTERTAINMENT NEWS* --------------------------------------- Dhurandhar 2 Worldwide Box Office Collection Day 19 LIVE Updates: Ranveer Singh-starrer earned Rs 10 crore on its 19th day, and has now collected Rs 1,622.72 crore at the global box office. --------------------------------------- Ⓝⓐⓥⓔⓔⓝ Ⓚⓤⓜⓐⓡ 🇮🇳 *FACTS ABOUT BHARAT* 🇮🇳 ======================= *Chittorgarh* in Rajasthan is home to the Chittor Fort, the largest fort in India and Asia. Chittor also has been a land of worship for Meera, It is also known for Panna Dai . Originally called Chitrakuta, the Chittor Fort is said to have been built by Chitranga, a king of the maurya ( mori ) clan. ======================= *😀Thought of the day*  Life is like the sea, we are moving without end. Nothing stay with us, what remain is just the memories of some people who touched us as waives. ======================= *JOKE OF THE DAY* ======================= “ *यहां कुत्ते सुसु करते हैं!”*  *Chintu* ने वहां सुसु किया और फिर हंस कर बोला:🤣😂 इसे कहते हैं दिमाग..😇🤔🙄 सुसु मैंने किया और नाम कुत्ते 🦮का आएगा!! 😜🤪😅 ======================= *😳WHY❓❓❓* =======================  Everyone of us oscillates between positive and negative emotions.  Sometimes we go into the regions which are supposed to be "mad-regions", but we are smart enough to come back to "normalcy" within reasonable time, or to fake normalcy.  Those who go mad, lose themselves in those regions (which are considered to be outside normal or sensible behavior), or they don't consider returning to normalcy important enough or worth it, or the trigger (it may be one event or a series of events) after which they plunged into "madness" affected and moved them so strongly or the emotions (like guilt or rage or chronic depression or hopelessness or absurdity of deemed hypocrisy of "normal" people that their priorities and view of life is distorted.  They begin to disregard importance of living positive and constructive life and the fact that most people have to face their own problems. Perhaps madness may be caused by chemical imbalance in brain;  ======================= *LEARN Sanskrit**🙏🏻 ======================= *महाजनो येन गतः स पन्थाः।*  Mahājano Yena gataḥ sa panthāḥ Do what the great men do. Grass = *तृणा* | trunnaa =======================  🤔 *HOW IT WORKS* ⁉ ======================= *Drones use their rotors* —which consist of a propeller attached to a motor—to hover, meaning the downward thrust of the drone is equal to the gravitational pull working against it; climb, when pilots increase the speed until the rotors produce an upward force greater than gravity; Propellers and engines give drones forward movement capabilities. In fixed-wing drones, the propeller provides forward propulsion, allowing the wing to generate lift. On rotary-winged crafts like quadcopters, propellers provide lift as well as steering capabilities by generating downward and lateral forces.  Multi-Rotor works on relative nature of force, that means when the rotor pushes the air, the air also pushes the rotor back. This is the basic principle that the Multi-Rotor can go up and down. Furthermore, the faster the rotor rotates, the greater the lift, and vice versa. ======================= 💁🏻‍♂‍ *GK TODAY*  ======================= *Gitanjali* is a collection of poems by the Bengali poet Rabindranath Tagore. Tagore received the Nobel Prize for Literature, largely for the English translation, Song Offerings. It is part of the UNESCO Collection of Representative Works ======================= *BORN TODAY* =======================  Jaya Bachchan (born 9 April 1948) is an Indian actress and politician. She has served as a member of parliament in the Rajya Sabha from the Samajwadi Party. Known for her work in Hindi films.  =======================  🙏🏻 *IDIOMS & PHRASES*  =======================  Get your act together  Work better or leave ======================= *SYNONYMS*   Infect : Contaminate   *ANTONYMS*  Asleep × Awake ========================= 🛕 *Spiritual Knowledge*  (kindly inform, if given info is differ from actual facts🙏🏻) =======================  Apsaras are beautiful, supernatural female dancers. They are often wives of the Gandharvas, the court musicians of Indra and they dance to the music made by the Gandharvas, usually in the palaces of the gods, entertain and sometimes seduce gods and men. Some famous among them are:- Menaka, Rambha, Tilottama, Ghritachi Manjukesi, Sukesi, Chitralu ka, Amala, Misrakesi, Sulochana Saudamini, Devadatta Devasena, Manorama Sudati, Sundari, Vigagdha Vividha, Budha, Sumala, Santati, Sunanda, Sumukhi, Magadhi, Arjuni Sarala, Kerala, Dhrti Nanda, Supuskala *Urvashi* is the most beautiful Apsara among all. Urvashi is superior in Dancing from all of other 7 Apsaras. *Menaka* is the most expert in Kaam Shashtra. *Rambha* is the most expert in Flirting. ======================= 🧬 *HEALTH CARE: HOME REMEDIES*🩺 ( *Note* : These home tips followed in villages/ancient traditions, it is up to you to use it or not🙏🏻) ======================= *Banana* is loaded with fibre, both soluble and insoluble. The soluble fiber has the tendency to slow down digestion and keep you feeling full for a longer time. Which is why bananas are often included in a breakfast meal so that you can start about your day without having to worry about the next meal According to Ayurveda, banana has a sweet and sour taste. The sweet taste is said to bring about a sense of heaviness but the sour taste is known to stimulate agni (the digestive juices), thereby supporting digestion and helping in building up metabolism. ======================= *🙏 *PLZ SHARE IT* #news #news #News Views #వ్యూస్ అండ్ న్యూస్