- Malikajun Haq clarified his “terrorist” remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi, saying he meant “Modi is always threatening”. The BJP rejected the clarification and said he was “frustrated”.
- Trump warned that “a lot of bombs” will go off when Iran’s ceasefire expires, making it clear that military operations could resume immediately.
- Pappu Yadav has sparked outrage after saying 90 per cent of women cannot enter politics unless they “compromise in the bedroom”.
- An Indian-origin man who lost his wife and daughter in an Air India crash faces deportation from the UK.
- CSK youngster Ayush Mhatre has been ruled out of IPL 2026 due to a hamstring injury.
Here are the top 5 stories of the day
Haqq calls PM Modi a ‘terrorist’; clarifies remarks after BJP backlash
Congress president Mallikarjun Haq clarified his remarks after calling Prime Minister Modi a “terrorist” at a press conference. Haq said he meant “Modi is always issuing threats” and “intimidating people and political parties” through central agencies. The BJP did not accept the clarification and said Haq was “frustrated”. Read more
Trump warns ‘a lot of bombs’ will go off when Iran ceasefire expires
US President Donald Trump has warned that “a lot of bombs” will start exploding if the current ceasefire with Iran expires without a deal. Trump made clear that military operations could resume immediately. Read more
Pappu Yadav’s sexist ‘bedroom’ slur sparks outrage
Independent MP Pappu Yadav’s deeply sexist remarks have sparked a massive political row. Yadav faced sharp criticism for saying “90 per cent of women cannot enter politics unless they compromise in the bedroom”. The comment was widely condemned as outrageous and deeply insulting. The BJP is now seeking action against him. Female leaders across party lines have spoken out, calling the comments a national disgrace. Read more
Indian-origin man who lost wife and daughter in Air India crash faces deportation from UK
Nearly a year after losing his wife and young daughter in the Air India Flight 171 crash, Vadodara native Mohammadmiya Sethwala faces deportation from the UK after his request for compassionate leave was rejected by the Home Office. Authorities have placed him on immigration bail until April 22 and asked him to leave the country thereafter. Read more
Ayush Mhatre out of IPL 2026 due to hamstring injury
Chennai Super Kings youngster Ayush Mhatre has been ruled out of the remainder of IPL 2026 after he injured his left hamstring during a match against Sunrisers Hyderabad on April 18. The team confirmed the injury will require a recovery period of six to 12 weeks, ending Mhat’s season. Read more
