Stories from India

Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag was reportedly caught vaping during a live television broadcast. The incident may lead to legal consequences under India's Prevention of Corruption and Essential Services Act (PECA).

The Gujarat local body elections for 2026 have been scheduled, with voting set to take place on April 26. The announcement follows previous delays regarding the OBC Commission.

Multiple cities in India recorded temperatures in April more than 5 degrees Celsius higher than the same period in previous years. Temperatures in multiple Indian cities have risen more than 5 degrees Celsius above the seasonal average for April.

India has named former Minister Dinesh Trivedi as its next commissioner to Bangladesh. The appointment is being viewed as a strategic move to repair diplomatic ties between the two nations.

Air India reportedly posted a humongous loss last year, according to Bloomberg Radio.

High temperatures in Rajasthan have significantly impacted visitor experiences and local wildlife at an elephant village sanctuary in Jaipur. Staff members are using water hoses to cool elephants and providing watermelon to mitigate heat stress. According to the India Meteorological Department, temperatures in several Indian cities have risen more than 5 degrees Celsius above seasonal norms for April. A heatwave warning is issued when temperatures are 4.5 to 6.4 degrees Celsius above normal, while a severe heatwave warning is triggered at 6.5 degrees Celsius or higher. Temperatures in several Indian cities are reportedly more than 5 degrees Celsius higher than the same period last year. High temperatures have significantly reduced tourist numbers at the Taj Mahal. In Tamil Nadu, keepers at the Mayiladuthurai and Rameshwaram temples are cooling elephants in ponds.

The Andhra Pradesh government announced a budget outlay of Rs 3.32 lakh crore for the 2026-27 fiscal year. The plan said fiscal discipline and capital growth.

The Melinda Music Foundation has been established in Mumbai to support young classical music talent. The initiative aims to honor the legacy of a local figure through musical education.

Listed companies in India reported a 14.7 percent increase in net profit for Q3 FY26. This increase occurs despite a blockade on the Gulf that continues to disrupt global supply chains. India remains heavily dependent on imported fertilizers. The rise is a knock-on effect of the recent war on Iran. The government aims to reduce the price farmers pay for key nutrients for soil and crops to keep farming viable and food prices stable. Annual fertilizer subsidies in India have risen by nearly 20 percent. Analysts noted that while the 20% subsidy increase is, benefits to farmers depend on price controls and availability, as companies currently fix prices. The commentator suggested companies might capture the subsidies instead of the intended recipients. The second leg of the subsidy implementation is scheduled for next Wednesday.

The Supreme Court of India has dismissed a petition from a private school in Lucknow. The school had reportedly refused admission to a student under the Right to Education Act.