Delhi High Court has frozen the Rs 30,000-crore estate of late businessman Sunjay Kapur, placing the burden on his wife Priya Kapur to prove the legitimacy of his will. The court emphasized that suspicions raised by Sunjay’s children from his previous marriage to Karisma Kapoor must be fully addressed before the will is accepted, safeguarding
Shikhar Dhawan champions young Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, emphasizing performance over age. Dhawan lauded the teenager’s fearless batting against top bowlers, a rarity at his age. Sooryavanshi’s impressive IPL 2026 stats, including 400 runs at a 238.10 strike rate and 37 sixes, back Dhawan’s praise. However, Dhawan acknowledges the challenge of breaking into India’s strong top order.
A PIL petitioner has informed the Supreme Court that while officials of Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group (ADAG) companies are being arrested, the main perpetrator in the alleged Rs 40,000 crore loan siphoning case remains untouched. The Solicitor General cited new facts for probe delays.
Russia continues to be India’s top crude oil supplier in April, despite a dip in shipments. While Saudi Arabia and UAE increased their supplies, India resumed imports from Iran and Venezuela to compensate for disruptions in West Asian supplies. LPG imports saw a significant fall, with domestic production bridging the gap.
Pilgrims can embark on the sacred Kailash Manasarovar Yatra again in 2026, with the Ministry of External Affairs coordinating with China. The spiritual journey, resuming for the second year, will see 20 batches of 50 individuals each travel via Uttarakhand or Sikkim. Selection will be computer-generated and gender-balanced, with registration now open.
Bachupally police have apprehended a woman and her alleged lover for abetting the suicide of her husband, a techie. The deceased reportedly took his life after discovering his wife’s affair and the alleged online sharing of private videos. The investigation is ongoing following the family’s complaint.
Dhaka summoned India’s acting envoy to protest Assam CM’s remarks calling apprehended foreigners ‘rude people’ and ‘infiltrators’. Bangladesh conveyed that such disparaging comments strain bilateral ties and stressed the need for restraint on sensitive issues. The ministry emphasized that public statements capable of straining relations are counterproductive.
Ahead of West Bengal’s vote counting, the Election Commission is deploying approximately 70,000 central forces to maintain order, especially in areas prone to post-poll violence. Control rooms will monitor counting day, May 4, for immediate action against any disturbances. Strict legal action awaits those involved in violence, aiming to prevent a repeat of the 2021
Tensions flared at Kolkata’s counting centres as Trinamool Congress alleged EVM tampering, citing CCTV footage. Election officials refuted claims, assuring three-tier security and authorized personnel. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee urged a 24/7 vigil at strongrooms, while clashes erupted between TMC and BJP workers. Officials clarified that individuals seen were authorized representatives segregating postal ballots.
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