Actor Ranveer Singh has filed a complaint after a deepfake video circulated, depicting him endorsing a political party. The video altered his genuine interview with ANI in Varanasi, with AI-generated audio criticizing PM Narendra Modi and endorsing Congress. Ranveer Singh warned against deepfakes on Instagram. His team confirmed filing an FIR against the account promoting the deepfake. Investigation is underway.

Karnataka Milk Federation's brand, Nandini dairy brand logo will be in Scotland and Ireland cricket jerseys in the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, to be host by the USA and West Indies from June 1-29. The move aims to elevate Nandini's global presence and introduce its whey-based energy drink 'Nandini Splash' in the US market during the event. KMF, eyeing revenue growth, opted for this sponsorship targeting the Indian diaspora. KMF's Managing Director KM Jagadish emphasized the significance of this move in establishing Nandini as a global brand, while citing cost limitations for not sponsoring the Indian cricket team.

The Election Commission of India has called for repolling in 8 polling stations in Arunachal Pradesh following reports of EVM damage and violence during the simultaneous Lok Sabha and Assembly polls on April 19. The Commission declared the initial polling in these stations void and scheduled fresh polling for April 24 from 6 am to 2 pm. Deputy Chief Electoral Officer Liken Koyu confirmed the decision in a communique issued on Sunday. This move aims to ensure fair and peaceful elections in the region amidst concerns of irregularities.

The Calcutta High Court dealt a blow to the Trinamool Congress (TMC) government by cancelling the 2016 recruitment panel for school teachers due to a job scam, dismissing over 24,000 jobs. Illegally recruited teachers were ordered to repay their salaries within four weeks. The court mandated a fresh recruitment process and instructed the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to investigate further and report within three months. Nearly 23 lakh candidates had applied for 24,640 posts. District magistrates were tasked with salary collection. The court ruled the appointments 'null and void,' emphasizing the need for a fair process.

BSF and Punjab Police recovered two drones, identified as China-made DJI Mavic 3 Classic, from Amritsar's border area. Operations near Hardo Rattan and Daoke villages on April 21st thwarted illicit drone activities. A day earlier, BSF seized a drone carrying 2.71 kg of suspected heroin near Ferozepur's Jangir Singh ki Dhani village. The recovery included heroin packets, a blue bag, a torch, and a green illuminating ball. These actions underscore BSF's vigilance in combating cross-border smuggling.

In response to reports of planned sanctions on Israeli military and police units by the US, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu pledges to oppose any sanctions with full force. The move comes amidst allegations of human rights violations against Palestinian civilians. Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant also warns against setting a "dangerous" precedent, urging the US to reconsider. The Biden administration's move marks a potential strain in US-Israel relations amid ongoing conflicts.

A report from the US Congressional Research Service suggests that certain aspects of the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) could potentially violate India's Constitution. The report raises concerns that, combined with a proposed National Register of Citizens (NRC), the CAA might threaten the rights of India's Muslim population. Critics fear the BJP government is pursuing an anti-Muslim agenda. The report also notes timing concerns, suggesting the CAA's implementation coincided with political motivations. The Biden administration previously expressed concerns about the CAA's notification, while India maintains it aims to grant citizenship without affecting existing citizens.  

Rockets launched from northern Iraq targeted a military base in Syria housing the US-led coalition, prompting Iraqi forces to conduct a search operation. This marks the first major attack in weeks and follows heightened tensions between Israel and Iran. The Iraqi security forces attributed the assault to "outlaw elements," burning the vehicle used in the attack. Rami Abdel Rahman of the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights attributed the attack to the Iran-backed Islamic Resistance in Iraq. The incident occurs amid escalating regional tensions, with a recent explosion at an Iraqi military base adding to the unrest.            

Nearly 60,000 people evacuated in Guangdong as heavy rains trigger widespread flooding, with 11 individuals reported missing but no casualties. Footage reveals submerged lands and rescuers navigating waist-deep waters. Several major rivers overflow, prompting monitoring of "dangerously high" water levels. The Pearl River delta, prone to floods, sees disruptions in manufacturing and daily life. Power outages affect 1.16 million households, with significant economic losses estimated. Continuous rain disrupts flights and closes schools. Videos depict collapsing infrastructure and citizens' struggles. Meteorological warnings indicate prolonged heavy rains, intensifying the region's climate challenges.

According to a Congressional report, India has become the second-largest source country for new US citizens, with 65,960 Indians obtaining citizenship in the fiscal year 2022. The report highlights that out of 46 million foreign-born individuals residing in the US in 2022, approximately 53% are naturalized citizens. Despite concerns over USCIS processing backlogs, the number of pending naturalization applications has significantly reduced since FY2020. However, around 42% of India-born foreign nationals in the US are currently ineligible for citizenship. The report emphasizes variations in naturalization percentages based on immigrants' country of origin.