VK News Today https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html Jeff Bezos’s wife Lauren Sanchez is giving away $10 billion for husband’s climate pledge ‘China helping prop up Iran’s regime’: Nikki Hailey says ship seized by US linked to chemical shipments for missiles Air China Resumes Beijing-Delhi Flights Amid India-China Relations | India News ‘Dhurandhar’: Look artist Preetisheel Singh shares BTS climax throwback to Akshaye Khanna’s role: ‘Force to be reckoned with’ Skanda Sashti April 2026: Date, time, rituals and significance Japan training drill turns fatal: 3 soldiers killed in tank misfire . Mallikarjun Kharge clarified his “terrorist” remark on PM Modi, saying he meant “Modi always threatens.” BJP rejected the clarification and called him “frustrated.”Trump warned that “lots of bombs” will go off when the Iran ceasefire expires, making it clear military action could resume immediately.Pappu Yadav faced outrage after saying 90% of women cannot enter politics unless they “compromise in the bedroom.”An Indian-origin man who lost his wife and daughter in the Air India crash is facing deportation from the UK.CSK youngster Ayush Mhatre has been ruled out of IPL 2026 due to a hamstring injury.Here are top 5 stories of the dayKharge calls PM Modi ‘terrorist’; clarifies remark after BJP backlashCongress president Mallikarjun Kharge clarified his remark after calling PM Modi a “terrorist” during a press conference. Kharge said he meant that “Modi always threatens” and is “terrorising people and political parties” through central agencies. The BJP is not accepting the clarification and is calling Kharge “frustrated.” Read full storyTrump warns ‘lots of bombs’ will go off when Iran ceasefire expiresUS President Donald Trump has warned that “lots of bombs” will start going off if the current ceasefire with Iran expires without a deal. Trump made it clear that military action could resume immediately. Read full storyPappu Yadav’s sexist ‘bedroom’ slur sparks outrageA massive political row is now erupting over a deeply sexist remark by Independent MP Pappu Yadav. Yadav is facing sharp criticism for saying that “90 percent of women cannot enter politics unless they compromise in the bedroom.” The comment is being widely condemned as outrageous and deeply insulting. The BJP is now seeking action against him. Women leaders across party lines have spoken out, calling the remark a disgrace to the nation. Read full storyIndian-origin man who lost wife, daughter in Air India crash faces UK deportationNearly a year after losing his wife and young daughter in the Air India Flight 171 crash, Vadodara native Mohammadmiya Sethwala is now facing deportation from the UK after his compassionate stay request was rejected by the UK Home Office. Authorities have placed him on immigration bail until April 22 and asked him to leave the country afterward. Read full storyAyush Mhatre ruled out of IPL 2026 due to hamstring injuryChennai Super Kings youngster Ayush Mhatre has been ruled out of the remainder of IPL 2026 after sustaining a left hamstring injury during the match against Sunrisers Hyderabad on April 18. The franchise confirmed that the injury will require a rehabilitation period of six to twelve weeks, ending Mhatre’s campaign this season. Read full storyAbout the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosNida Khan Faces Arrest After Nashik Court Rejects Interim Bail In BPO CaseBJP Leader Nazia Elahi Khan Applies Tilak At Lenskart Store Amid Dress Code RowSupreme Court Raises Alarm Over Digital Arrest Scams, ₹2.5 Cr Fraud Case HighlightedKashmir On Alert As SOG Carries Out Search Ops Before Pahalgam AnniversaryGun, Kirpans, Pepper Spray: Clash Inside Germany Gurdwara Leaves 11 WoundedIndia, Korea Discuss Global Tensions, Stress Peace, Security And Stronger Multilateral Cooperation10 Indian Ships Cross Sensitive Hormuz Stretch As India Engages Iran For SecurityNitish Kumar Was ‘Compromised’, BJP Controlled Him: Rahul Gandhi’s Big Bihar Claim In Tamil NaduPiyush Goyal Slams India-South Korea CEPA, Flags Need To Rewrite ‘Irrational’ Trade DealDelhi High Court Rejects Recusal Plea in Excise Policy Case; Judge Calls It “Catch-22” for Herself123PhotostoriesWorld’s top 5 most expensive real estate marketsAnimals in India that can fly — and they’re not birds: Where to find themWhy Janhvi Kapoor’s Dahi Tadka is all you need to boost your digestion in summer; recipe insideBengaluru 210km IRR corridor revived to improve city outskirts connectivity8 strange food combinations that actually taste amazingYour Omega-3 supplement may not be working: The right way to take it for real BenefitsWhy atta dough turns black in the refrigerator and 5 smart tips to store dough right in summerInside ‘Dhurandhar’ fame Rakesh Bedi’s Mumbai home: A colourful living room, cosy bedrooms and moreDepressed? 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Around 40 people were suspected to have been present at the time of the explosion. A government official who reached the spot said food was being arranged for “40 workers,” indicating that at least that many may have been present. The mishap occurred in a shed where firecrackers were being prepared on behalf of a temple devaswom ahead of the upcoming Thrissur Pooram. According to residents, the explosion occurred around 3:30 pm, and intermittent blasts continued in the area, hampering rescue efforts. Following the incident, Kerala health minister Veena George directed officials to ensure specialised treatment for the injured and make necessary arrangements at Government Medical College, Thrissur, and Thrissur General Hospital. Nearby hospitals have also been placed on alert.George also called for the deployment of additional ambulances, including those under the Kaniv 108 service, for emergency response and patient transport.Rescue operations are underway, with fire department personnel and police on the job.(With PTI inputs)About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosNida Khan Faces Arrest After Nashik Court Rejects Interim Bail In BPO CaseBJP Leader Nazia Elahi Khan Applies Tilak At Lenskart Store Amid Dress Code RowSupreme Court Raises Alarm Over Digital Arrest Scams, ₹2.5 Cr Fraud Case HighlightedKashmir On Alert As SOG Carries Out Search Ops Before Pahalgam AnniversaryGun, Kirpans, Pepper Spray: Clash Inside Germany Gurdwara Leaves 11 WoundedIndia, Korea Discuss Global Tensions, Stress Peace, Security And Stronger Multilateral Cooperation10 Indian Ships Cross Sensitive Hormuz Stretch As India Engages Iran For SecurityNitish Kumar Was ‘Compromised’, BJP Controlled Him: Rahul Gandhi’s Big Bihar Claim In Tamil NaduPiyush Goyal Slams India-South Korea CEPA, Flags Need To Rewrite ‘Irrational’ Trade DealDelhi High Court Rejects Recusal Plea in Excise Policy Case; Judge Calls It “Catch-22” for Herself123PhotostoriesWorld’s top 5 most expensive real estate marketsAnimals in India that can fly — and they’re not birds: Where to find themWhy Janhvi Kapoor’s Dahi Tadka is all you need to boost your digestion in summer; recipe insideBengaluru 210km IRR corridor revived to improve city outskirts connectivity8 strange food combinations that actually taste amazingYour Omega-3 supplement may not be working: The right way to take it for real BenefitsWhy atta dough turns black in the refrigerator and 5 smart tips to store dough right in summerInside ‘Dhurandhar’ fame Rakesh Bedi’s Mumbai home: A colourful living room, cosy bedrooms and moreDepressed? 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In a long post on his party’s social media account, he urged voters to come out dressed in festive attire and press the button for TVK’s whistle symbol on the EVM.Vijay, who launched TVK in February 2024, is contesting from Trichy East and Perambur in what will be his political debut. Stalin, on the other hand, is the DMK candidate from Kolathur.Thursday’s election will be a direct contest between the DMK-led Secular Progressive Alliance and the NDA, of which AIADMK is the largest constituent in the state.Over 4,000 candidates are in the fray across the 234 assembly constituencies.Counting of votes is scheduled for May 4.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. 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Watch BJP Leaders Protest Outside Rahul’s Residence Over Women Quota Bill; Hema Malini, Bansuri LeadThe Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is organising a ‘Jan Akrosh Rally’ (Public Outrage Rally), which will be attended by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, BJP State President Pankaj Chaudhary, both Deputy Chief Ministers, and a large number of women.The rally proceeded from the Chief Minister’s Residence to the Legislative Assembly. A large number of women joined the foot march. Women ministers from the state government also participated in the march. Through the foot march, the Chief Minister raised questions directed at the opposition.Furthermore, a heavy police force was deployed at various points along the route of the foot march.Speaking to here, Uttar Pradesh minister Ashish Patel said that the opposition set an undeclared agenda against women that women of the country should not get their rights.”When this (Nari Shakti Vandan Act) Act was implemented in 2023 and all parties came together to carry out its implementation, there was no controversy of any kind, but when the time came to bring this bill to the ground level, the opposition parties worked to obstruct it. This is their undeclared agenda against women that the women of the country should not get their rights… We supported the Nari Shakti Vandan Act in 2023 and even in the future, regarding the amendments to this Act, through which the interests of women can be protected, we will carry out that work…” Patel added.Deputy CM Brajesh Pathak said, “Women are coming out of their homes in large numbers to express their dissatisfaction. The way the opposition has blocked the Women’s Reservation Bill is deeply saddening. Women are deeply angry about this. The Samajwadi Party and Congress will surely pay the price for this in the upcoming elections…”Reacting to UP CM Yogi Adityanath’s ‘Jan Aakrosh Mahila Padyatra’, Mayor Sushma Kharkwal said that the Prime Minister gives women their share, the opposition is opposing even that.”For centuries, women have been demanding their share, and if the Prime Minister gives us our share, the opposition is opposing even that… In the country, the responsibility lies with both the ruling party and the opposition, and both should move forward for the interest of the country… The opposition’s intention is wrong…” she added.On April 17, Opposition parties in the Lok Sabha voted against the Constitution Amendment Bill.During the three-day Special Session from April 16 to April 18, multiple leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah, discussed the bill. Multiple Opposition leaders, including Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav, AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi, and Congress leader KC Venugopal, also participated in the discussion.The 131st Constitution Amendment Bill to implement women’s reservation failed to pass in the Lok Sabha as the INDIA bloc refused to vote in favour of the delimitation process.The Lok Sabha took up the Constitution (One Hundred and Thirty-first Amendment) Bill, the Delimitation Bill, and the Union Territories Laws (Amendment) Bill together for passing. In the division that took place on the Constitution Amendment Bill following the debate on the three bills, 298 members voted in favour and 230 against.With the Constitution Amendment Bill defeated, the government later said it did not want to pursue the two other linked bills since they were interrelated.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosBJP Leader Nazia Elahi Khan Applies Tilak At Lenskart Store Amid Dress Code RowSupreme Court Raises Alarm Over Digital Arrest Scams, ₹2.5 Cr Fraud Case HighlightedKashmir On Alert As SOG Carries Out Search Ops Before Pahalgam AnniversaryGun, Kirpans, Pepper Spray: Clash Inside Germany Gurdwara Leaves 11 WoundedIndia, Korea Discuss Global Tensions, Stress Peace, Security And Stronger Multilateral Cooperation10 Indian Ships Cross Sensitive Hormuz Stretch As India Engages Iran For SecurityNitish Kumar Was ‘Compromised’, BJP Controlled Him: Rahul Gandhi’s Big Bihar Claim In Tamil NaduPiyush Goyal Slams India-South Korea CEPA, Flags Need To Rewrite ‘Irrational’ Trade DealDelhi High Court Rejects Recusal Plea in Excise Policy Case; Judge Calls It “Catch-22” for HerselfUdhampur Bus Tragedy Kills 21; Political Row Erupts Over I-Pac In Bengal | Watch123Photostories10 habits that instantly make you attractive, as per psychologyAnimals in India that can fly — and they’re not birds: Where to find themWhy Janhvi Kapoor’s Dahi Tadka is all you need to boost your digestion in summer; recipe insideBengaluru 210km IRR corridor revived to improve city outskirts connectivity8 strange food combinations that actually taste amazingYour Omega-3 supplement may not be working: The right way to take it for real BenefitsWhy atta dough turns black in the refrigerator and 5 smart tips to store dough right in summerInside ‘Dhurandhar’ fame Rakesh Bedi’s Mumbai home: A colourful living room, cosy bedrooms and moreDepressed? 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Yadav was speaking on 131st Constitutional (Amendment) Bill, 2026, which failed to pass in the Lok Sabha, and since then, has been used by the ruling party to accuse the opposition of being “anti-women”. “If the issue of women’s dignity is raised in the Lok Sabha, it is a matter of mockery. In India, women are called goddesses, but they will never be respected here. System and society are responsible for this,” he said.”Who is responsible for domestic violence? Who is looking at women with predatory intent—from America to India? Politicians. Without gaining access to a politician’s bedroom, 90% of women cannot even enter politics. A culture of exploiting women has taken root,” he added.The BJP has sought an apology from Pappu Yadav, calling the statement “shocking”. “Shocker statement! When nation was pushing for Nari Shakti see what Cong supported MP is saying! Controversial statement by MP Pappu Yadav on women surfaces. He said that 90% of women cannot do politics without going into a leader’s room. This is their mindset,” said BJP leader Shehzad PoonawallaTaking note of the comment, Bihar state women’s commossion sought clarification from the leader. “Taking suo motu cognizance of this matter, the Bihar State Women’s Commission seeks an explanation from you as to why you made such an offensive statement. It also asks why a recommendation should not be made to the Speaker of the Lok Sabha for the cancellation of your membership,” it said in a statement.”It is stated that in a video circulated on social media, you have made an objectionable statement regarding women working in the political sphere. In the video, you are heard saying that women who enter politics do so by sharing a bed with some politician, which hurts women’s self-respect and social dignity,” the statement said.This comes as PM Narendra Modi criticised the opposition for not supporting the 131st Constitutional (Amendment) Bill, 2026, which sought to advance reservation for women after delimitation. He called Congress, DMK, TMC and SP of being anti-women.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. 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He was criticising the AIADMK over its alliance with PM Modi’s BJP.”How (AIADMK) can they join with Modi? He is a terrorist. And he doesn’t believe in equality. His party won’t believe in equality and justice. And these people are joining with them, it means that they are weakening democracy, they are weakening the philosophy of Annadurai, Kamaraj, Periyar, Kalaignar, and Baba Saheb Ambedkar,” he said.”The Congress-DMK alliance will continue to deliver welfare, inclusive growth, quality education, and accessible healthcare,” he added.When questioned on the context of his remarks, the Congress chief said he meant that the Prime Minister always “threatens” and pointed to the alleged “misuse” of agencies by the BJP-led central government.“I want to clarify that Modi always threatens. The institutions like ED, I-T and CBI are in his hands. Therefore I say, in that context, I say he is terrorising people and political parties,” the veteran politician stated.Reacting to Kharge’s remarks, BJP IT cell head Amit Malviya criticised the Congress leader, calling it a “yet another crass display” in a post on X.“This isn’t the first time Kharge has dragged public discourse to such lows. But with this remark, he hasn’t just diminished himself, he has exposed what is a stated approach of the Congress: abuse and vilification of India’s most popular leader instead of meaningful debate. When politics is reduced to name-calling, it reflects not strength, but a deep frustration and lack of credible alternatives,” Malviya posted.AIADMK, an arch-rival of the ruling DMK, joined hands with the BJP in April 2025 after breaking away from the alliance ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, in which both parties failed to win any seats in Tamil Nadu. The DMK and its allies had swept the state in that election.Counting of votes for all 234 assembly constituencies in Tamil Nadu is scheduled for May 4.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. 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