Puducherry's assembly elections reveal a significant presence of wealthy candidates, with 41% declaring assets over Rs 1 crore. Jose Charles Martin leads with over Rs 609 crore, highlighting a stark wealth disparity. This trend shows a notable increase in crorepatis compared to previous elections, with major parties fielding a high proportion of affluent contestants.

BJP leader K Annamalai clarified he chose not to contest the Tamil Nadu assembly elections to focus on campaigning for the party and allies across multiple states. His decision, accepted by the leadership, allows him a broader organizational role, aiming to boost NDA candidates' prospects.

West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee has warned women voters against sharing bank details with BJP workers, alleging a plot to commit financial fraud and steal benefits like Lakshmi Bhandar. She also criticized the Congress for a lack of coordination on electoral issues and failing to stand with the people during difficult times.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused Congress leaders of endangering Indians in the Middle East with their remarks amid the US-Iran conflict. He stated that Congress's statements risk angering Gulf countries, potentially jeopardizing the safety of lakhs of Keralites working there. Modi emphasized his commitment to their security, highlighting India's strong relations with Gulf governments who consider Indians as family.

Raghav Chadha slammed his removal as AAP's Rajya Sabha deputy leader, terming it a 'coordinated attack.' Meanwhile, Iran denied refusing Pakistan mediation talks amid a US-Israeli strike. India refuted claims of diverted Iranian crude, assuring secure supplies. PM Modi cautioned Congress's Iran conflict remarks could endanger Indians abroad, as Trump reportedly eyes a wider Cabinet reshuffle due to escalating pressures.

Morgunblaðið reported on Monday that U.S. authorities had banned the sale of routers not manufactured in the United States. Routers are the devices that connect homes and businesses to telecommunications networks and thus to the internet. The ban is justified by reference to recent cyberattacks, with authorities claiming there is no other way to ensure that malicious actors have not inserted vulnerabilities into software or hardware that could later be exploited for further attacks.

The pontiff said domination is «entirely foreign to the way of Jesus Christ»

The military added that a facility storing ballistic missiles was also hit, along with several enterprises linked to the development and production of weapons

Theo Francken fears that even if the US does not leave the alliance, NATO’s defense capabilities could still suffer

As a result of the air attack by the American and Israeli enemy on Mahshahr, the Fajr-1, Fajr-2, Redzhal, and Amir Kabir petrochemical companies were hit, the deputy governor of Khuzestan Province reported

One of the facility’s security guards was killed, Iran’s AEOI said

The IAEA added that it had no information about any increase in radiation levels following the incident

Raghav Chadha refuted allegations after being replaced as AAP's Rajya Sabha deputy leader, calling it a «coordinated attack.» He denied claims of not joining opposition walkouts, refusing to sign an impeachment motion, and raising «trivial issues.» Chadha asserted he has consistently raised significant public concerns in Parliament over his four-year tenure.

By moving from a ‘moral apology’ to criminal liability, the Lumumba family is forcing a global reckoning with the mechanics of regime change Read Full Article at RT.com

Yesterday's dramatic news that US forces were searching for the crew of an F-15 fighter jet, apparently downed by a missile over Iran, will serve as a brutal wake-up call to the American public.

If, before April is out, Trump declares victory and walks away with anything like the current state of play prevailing, then Trump's War on Iran will prove to be catastrophic.

When Princess Beatrice wed Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi it was said that she was marrying into one of the most eminent aristocratic families in Italy.

[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia -- Information Minister Jerolinmek Matthew Piah has come in defense of newly nominated National Elections Commission (NEC) Chairman, Jonathan K. Weedor, amid mounting criticism from opposition figures and civil society actors.

[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- The Africa Supply Chain Confederation says the continent is bracing for rising fuel and food prices following the escalating disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz.

[AIM] Maputo -- The United States government has donated to the Mozambican state protective equipment against chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear (CBRN) threats.

The Homefront Crisis Ministerial Committee (HCMC) is necessary for dealing with the ongoing energy crisis in Singapore, Coordinating Minister for National Security and Minister for Home Affairs K Shanmugam told media in Chong Pang on Saturday (April 4) afternoon.Shanmugam, who is also an MP for Nee Soon GRC, spoke to media as the head of the HCMC, explaining the need for its formation.«A significant part of the world's oil supply has been affected. Gas supply has been affected,» Shanmugam said. «It's not clear when that situation will change.»Even if the war stops very soon, it doesn't mean supply disruptions will go away.«These disruptions have led to price increases seen in fuel, fertiliser, food and transport, he added.Shanmugam revealed that the HCMC has already been active for a few weeks, with meetings being held »for some time now«.In fact, the HCMC was set up »many years ago", long before Shanmugam entered the Ministry of Home Affairs, but was only activated due to the crisis, he said.

French President Emmanuel Macron has called on countries to not become “vassals” of the US or China Read Full Article at RT.com

A top Russian senator says the country will not target Vladimir Zelensky the same way Donald Trump targeted Nicolas Maduro and Ali Khamenei Read Full Article at RT.com

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor expressed skepticism regarding reports of the Centre withdrawing the FCRA Amendment Bill, warning of its potential reintroduction. He stated the opposition will remain vigilant to prevent amendments causing anxiety among religious minorities. Opposition MPs had previously protested the bill, citing concerns for NGOs and minority groups

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor's convoy faced an alleged attack in Kerala's Wandoor on Friday evening. Two vehicles reportedly blocked the road, leading to an assault on Tharoor's gunman and driver when they attempted to clear the obstruction. Police have arrested one of the five identified accused and are pursuing the others.