Stories from India

Indian pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar has become the first Indian bowler to reach 350 wickets in T20 cricket.

Australian cricketer Josh Hazelwood struggled during a match against the Gujarat Titans in the Indian Premier League. Hazelwood conceded 56 runs off four overs. The Gujarat Titans won the match by four wickets. Royal Challengers were bowled out for 155, and the Titans reached the target with more than four overs to spare. Cricket Australia player Josh Hazelwood struggled during the Indian Premier League match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Titans. He was also run out for a duck during the game.

Justice Surya Kant is expected to declare the state of Sikkim as an independent state regarding judicial proceedings. The announcement will be made during a session in Gangtok. This move aims to address specific judicial administrative roles within the state.

The wellness market in India, driven notably by yoga, reportedly generated more than $32 billion in 2024. This figure is based on reports from the Time of India regarding traditional retreats and ashram stays.

The Indian government has implemented a reduction in export duties on diesel and aviation fuel effective today. According to a Ministry of Finance statement, the diesel export duty has been cut to 23 rupees per liter.

The Sensex index dropped over 100 points during trading, while the Nifty 50 fell below the 25,800 level. IT stocks led the downward movement in the market.

The Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit began today in Surat. The conference will focus specifically on industrial development within the western region of Gujarat. The event includes the authority to appoint observers and assistants. The two-day summit focuses on advanced development in the western Gujarat region, specifically targeting the textile and diamond sectors. Representatives from 29 countries, including Japan, Singapore, and Russia, are participating in the event. The event includes a large-scale exhibition covering an area of 1,200 square meters. Various sessions are scheduled to take place during the conference. The event is being held in the Gujarat region of India.

The Gujarat OBC Commission has announced that local body elections for 2026 will take place on April 26. The announcement follows discussions regarding election scheduling and integrity checks.

Indian President Droupadi Murmu issued a message marking Buddha Purnima, describing the day as commemorating the advent, enlightenment, and Mahapari Nirvāne of Lord Buddha. Union Home Minister Amit Shah is expected to inaugurate a Sacred Holy Relics exposition.

The National Asset Reconstruction Company Limited (NARCL) recovered 43,500 crore rupees during the current year. This amount represents approximately 70 percent of the company's total recoveries. The ministry stated that NARCL's recovery efforts saw progress over the past year.