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A report published in The Washington Post alleges that a Research and Analysis Wing (RAW) officer named Vikram Yadav instructed a hired hit team to target US-based Khalistani separatist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun. The operation was reportedly approved by the then RAW chief, Samant Goel.

The Vengoor panchayat in Ernakulam district is grappling with a jaundice outbreak, with 51 reported cases so far. Residents sought treatment in various hospitals, attributing the spread to the delayed cleaning of drinking water reservoirs. 
 

Maulana Fazlur Rehman, the chief of his faction of the Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam Fazl (JUI-F) in Pakistan, garnered attention with remarks comparing Pakistan to India in terms of post-independence progress.

The authorities instructed that the secretaries of the respective Local Self-Government Departments should make sure that the sale and smuggling of eggs, meat, and manure (fertilizer) of ducks, chickens, quails, and other domestic birds do not take place in these areas.

AstraZeneca has acknowledged that its Covishield vaccine can cause thrombosis with thrombocytopenia syndrome (TTS), a rare but serious condition. This admission came during a class-action lawsuit initiated after a recipient suffered permanent brain damage from TTS. Although AstraZeneca insists the vaccine's benefits outweigh the risks, it faces potential liability and significant compensation claims.

The Uttarakhand State Licensing Authority disclosed in an affidavit submitted to the Supreme Court on Monday (April 29) that manufacturing licenses for 14 products of Patanjali Ayurved Ltd and its sister concern, Divya Pharmacy, were suspended on April 15.
 

The gold rate in India today is Rs 72,370 per 10 grams for 24 Carat and Rs 66,290 for 22 Carat. Check 22 and 24-carat rates in Kerala

In 2023, 3,143 new objects were recorded from 212 launches and on-orbit breakup events globally, compared to 2,533 objects from 179 launches in 2022. 

A viral video originating from Amethi has sparked intense discussions about the changing political landscape of the region, as a local paanwala credits Union Minister Smriti Irani for what he claims to be the demise of the Gandhi family's influence in the area.

In a statement, the Ministry of External Affairs said that the Canadian diplomat was conveyed India’s "deep concern and strong protest" at such "disturbing actions being allowed to continue unchecked at the event".