Actress Preity Zinta makes a comeback in Bollywood with the film 'Lahore 1947', starring opposite Sunny Deol and directed by Rajkumar Santoshi. The actress shared behind-the-scenes glimpses, generating excitement among fans. Produced under Aamir Khan's banner, the movie marks a collaboration between Sunny and Aamir's Productions. Shabana Azmi joins the cast in a pivotal role. Fans express eagerness for Zinta's return to the silver screen after a hiatus. The project, announced last October, aims to deliver an enriching cinematic experience with a dream team including AR Rahman and Javed Akhtar.

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has directed Kotak Mahindra Bank to halt onboarding new customers via online and mobile banking, along with issuing fresh credit cards. This action comes following RBI's findings of deficient IT Risk and Information Security Governance for 2022 and 2023. Serious deficiencies were noted in IT inventory management, patch and change management, and more. The bank's failure to address these concerns led to frequent outages, impacting customer services. Despite continuous engagement, Kotak Mahindra Bank's IT infrastructure remains inadequate, prompting RBI's intervention to ensure operational resilience.

Former Jharkhand CM, Hemant Soren, seeks Supreme Court intervention citing delay by the state high court in deciding his petition challenging his arrest by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on money laundering charges. Soren's counsel, Kapil Sibal, urges urgent hearing ahead of Lok Sabha elections, expressing concerns over prolonged legal proceedings. Despite filing a fresh plea, SC defers assigning a hearing date, directing Soren to approach the Chief Justice of India. Soren's arrest, minutes after resignation, sparked legal battles, with ED alleging his involvement in land-related irregularities. Bail plea hearing scheduled in Ranchi trial court on May 1.

Transport Minister of India, Nitin Gadkari fainted during an election rally in Yavatmal, Maharashtra today, prompting immediate medical attention. The Union minister was delivering a speech when the incident occurred, suspected to be due to a heatstroke. Medical professionals at the scene quickly attended to him. The campaign event was temporarily halted. Gadkari has been admitted to a private hospital in Yavatmal for further treatment.

Athens was blanketed in an orange haze as dust clouds from the Sahara desert swept across the Mediterranean. The iconic Acropolis and other landmarks were shrouded, prompting astonishment and concern among residents. Social media platforms like X were flooded with videos capturing the surreal scene, including one showing sand coating a windshield. Some described the atmosphere as "apocalyptic," while others marveled at the phenomenon. The dust was carried by strong southerly winds from North Africa, but relief is in sight as forecasts predict the skies to clear on Wednesday. Temperatures are set to decrease as the dust moves on, bringing an end to the unusual spectacle over the Greek capital.

The US Congress swiftly passed the $95 billion foreign aid package, with $61 billion designated for Ukraine's critical needs. Israel and Taiwan will receive $26 billion, while $8.12 billion is allocated to counter China in the Indo-Pacific. Notably, measures targeting TikTok and sanctions on Iran are included. President Biden is poised to sign the bill promptly, initiating a $1 billion military aid package for Ukraine. This bipartisan effort addresses pressing global security challenges amidst Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

A scorching heatwave is set to persist in East and South Peninsular India for five days, warns the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD). Coastal Odisha, Gangetic West Bengal, and parts of Karnataka face severe heatwave conditions, with isolated pockets in Bihar, Jharkhand, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Tamil Nadu also affected. IMD issues a red alert for Gangetic West Bengal, urging caution, especially for vulnerable individuals. Heatwave expected in various regions until April 28. Authorities emphasize the need for preventive measures to avoid heat-related illnesses. Stay hydrated and seek shade during peak hours.

In London, two runaway horses caused chaos as they collided with traffic on Aldwych. Video footage captures the frantic scene, showing bloodied horses on the loose. Emergency services responded swiftly, with the London Fire Brigade reporting one injured person treated at the scene. The exact number of horses involved remains unclear. Witnesses, including BBC staff member Tony Bonsignore, recount the chaos unfolding near Victoria Station. Paramedics tended to the injured, with one person taken away by ambulance. Police are investigating the incident as the city reels from the unexpected spectacle. (Video Courtesy: BBCNews)

In southern China's Guangdong province, heavy rains have caused massive floods, prompting the evacuation of over 100,000 people. The downpour, worst in six decades, led to the relocation of 25,800 individuals. 45 rivers and 66 hydrologic stations reported water levels exceeding the alert threshold. The provincial disaster reduction committee has declared a Level IV emergency response, focusing on areas like Shaoguan and Qingyuan. The situation underscores the region's vulnerability to summer floods, emphasizing the need for swift action to ensure the safety and well-being of residents.

Three blasts damaged a bridge in Manipur's Kangpokpi district, disrupting travel between Imphal and Nagaland's Dimapur. The incident occurred just before the second phase of Lok Sabha elections in parts of Outer Manipur. No group has claimed responsibility, prompting ongoing investigations. Security forces have sealed the area and are checking nearby bridges. Heavy vehicle restrictions have inconvenienced commuters. The situation remains tense as authorities work to restore normalcy amidst heightened security measures.