External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar will travel to the United Arab Emirates to improve energy cooperation and overall ties. The visit highlights India’s efforts to secure steady oil supplies and build stronger relations with Gulf countries amid global uncertainties.

A woman in Hyderabad died by suicide weeks after she was allegedly injected with HIV-positive blood by her former fiancé after their wedding was called off. The accused has been arrested, and police are continuing investigation into the case.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has agreed to start direct talks with Lebanon soon. The move hints at possible diplomacy despite ongoing tensions along the border, where military activity continues and both sides remain cautious about lasting de-escalation.

A 15-year-old girl from Kerala missing during a trip in Karnataka’s Chikkamagaluru was found dead near a waterfall valley. Police suspect an accidental fall. Search teams recovered the body after a multi-day operation in the hill region.

Around 11,000 litres of milk were poured into the Narmada River during a religious ritual in Madhya Pradesh, triggering widespread outrage online. Environmentalists warned it could harm aquatic life, while many questioned the waste of a valuable food resource.

A minor fire broke out at Terminal 1 of Mumbai airport due to a suspected short circuit. The blaze was quickly controlled, no injuries were reported, and flight operations continued with only minor delays.

US Vice President JD Vance will lead a high-level delegation to Islamabad on Saturday to hold peace talks with Iran. The talks aim to extend a two-week ceasefire, with Pakistan acting as a neutral mediator.

Congress leader Pawan Khera remains untraceable in Hyderabad as Assam Police continue searching in connection with a case involving Assam CM’s wife. His Banjara Hills residence is barricaded, with limited coordination reported between Assam and Telangana police.

Kerala began voting on April 9 for its Assembly elections, with around 2.7 crore voters across 140 constituencies. Polling is being held at over 30,000 booths under tight security, as major alliances compete for power.

The Indian government has urged its citizens in Iran to leave the country without delay, advising them to follow embassy-approved routes and contact the embassy before traveling, as safety concerns rise amid ongoing regional instability.