Important stories for the day (26-04-2024)

These events happened on this day, as reported by major news sources.

2nd phase of Lok Sabha Elections 2024 starts for 88 seats in 13 states and UTs.

"Aries could face foes, Cancer will begin day feeling positive - according to April 26 horoscope."

Israel plans to evacuate Rafah civilians soon to prepare for a planned ground attack.

Wife's attempted suicide leaves couple with serious injuries

Police confiscated 8 trucks transporting iron ore pieces.

Indore falls short of goal, installing only 1000 solar systems instead of planned 25,000 in 3 months.

Snapchat has a global daily active user base of 422 million.

Pakistan rejects US report on human rights situation.

The Supreme Court has rejected requests for verifying votes cast using EVMs with VVPAT, ending the debate over electronic voting machines.

Actress Nimrat Kaur shares that the best thing about night shoots is getting to witness the sunrise.

Video of a mother and daughter fighting with a crowd on the streets of Delhi over selling vada pav has gone viral, with the daughter using vulgar language.

Amit Shah wants BJP leaders in Odisha to ensure success in upcoming Lok Sabha and Assembly elections.

Comedian Bhuvan Bam moves to Mumbai to further his career.

Sources say that Zendaya and Tom Holland have had conversations about getting married.

31% voting recorded in three Bengal LS seats until 11am.

Realme C65 5G is a cost-effective option for 5G technology.

Odisha districts put on alert due to severe heat wave conditions after IMD issues Red Warning.

US and China exchange cautionary statements regarding potential misunderstandings and mistakes.

Over 83,000 patents were filed by Indian startups in the fiscal year 2023, with AI and neurotechnology being the most common areas of focus.

Manish Sisodia's detention extended until May 8 in ED case.

Former CM HD Kumaraswamy accuses Election Commission of not ensuring fair elections in Bengaluru Rural Lok Sabha seat for 2024 Karnataka elections.

Rahul Gandhi accuses Narendra Modi of being afraid and possibly crying during public appearances in his latest attack.

US responds to Australian journalist's visa denial, stating that India is capable of discussing its own visa policy.

Nasa's Dragonfly mission to Saturn's moon Titan costs £3.35 billion.

De Bruyne's header likened to Man Utd legend.

One of the most stress-inducing airports in Europe is located in the UK.

People are terrified of the 'Baby Reindeer effect' and its impact on viewers.

EastEnders actress Jessie Wallace shares her true name with her followers.

Xbox sales drop, but Microsoft revenue rises thanks to Activision Blizzard.

Roanoke, VA will pay tribute to Edward R. Dudley, a prominent figure in civil rights and diplomacy, with a special commemoration.

Comedian Kevin Hart's Gran Coramino Tequila gives $1M+ to 100+ small businesses owned by Black and Latinx individuals.

20% of Americans over 50 have not saved any money for retirement.

In the second phase of the 2024 Lok Sabha election in Madhya Pradesh, senior and differently-abled voters in Satna eagerly cast their votes.

Maruti Suzuki's Q4 net profit increases by 48%.

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PM Modi hailed the Supreme Court's decision on EVMs as a strong message to the opposition, particularly the Congress, during his rallies in Bihar.

Stock markets end five-day winning streak as Sensex drops more than 600 points.

China's sea vessel has returned to Maldives waters, conducting what it claims to be scientific research.

39 individuals have submitted their nominations for four seats in Odisha's Lok Sabha, while 266 have done so for 28 Assembly segments.

CBI finds large amount of weapons and explosives in the home of Shahjahan's relative in Sandeshkhali.

TikTok dispute escalates with new law, sparking another clash between Beijing and Washington. What's next in the battle?

NBA star Carmelo Anthony has started his own cannabis company.

Lionel Richie comes back to his hometown to inaugurate a park named Hello Park in Tuskegee.

Chicago woman found guilty of murdering and dismembering her landlord.

A black grandmother demands justice as her 3-year-old granddaughter is allegedly slapped by a white therapist.

Heisman Trophy returned to Reggie Bush.

After complaints of restrictions, Atlanta Dream sells out season tickets.

Tyrese Haliburton of the Indiana Pacers shares that a fan of the Milwaukee Bucks used a racial slur towards his brother.

Inaugural Mahogany Honors Brunch to recognize Fantasia, Pinky Cole Hayes, Eva Marcille, and others.

Congress' Supriya Shrinate criticizes PM Modi for his comments on the 'mangalsutra', deeming it disrespectful.

BJP leader JP Nadda will travel to Odisha on April 28 for a visit.

Ex-CECs say Supreme Court's EVM order doesn't require full verification.

Punjab Kings choose to field first against Kolkata Knight Riders.

More than 60% of eligible voters have cast their votes by 5 pm in the second phase of the Lok Sabha elections.

The Ministry of Education has requested the CBSE to make arrangements for conducting board exams biannually starting in 2025, but there are no plans to switch to a semester system.

Delhi court rejects ex-WFI chief's request for more investigation in sexual harassment case, sets May 7 for charge framing hearing.

EC has charged Tejasvi Surya for seeking votes based on religious reasons.

MLA Parshuram Dhada has switched from BJD to BJP before the upcoming elections in Odisha.

A team from the Election Commission is inspecting Pandian’s helicopter in Nabarangpur, Odisha.

Nomination for Odisha Lok Sabha and Assembly seats begins.

Black workers have experienced a recent increase in job-related deaths, reaching the highest rate in almost 15 years.

Birdman claims full ownership of Cash Money Records.

CEO predicts more Black-owned, small businesses due to FTC ban on noncompete agreements.

After a one-year hiatus, the Schomburg-Mellon Humanities Summer Institute is back.

Erling Haaland's injury improves, good news for Manchester City's upcoming match against Nottingham Forest.

CBI raid in Kolkata reveals large amount of weapons, ammunition, and explosives found in Sandeshkhali. Video footage available.

Delhi HC says Kejriwal's actions as CM despite being arrested show prioritization of personal politics over country's welfare.

KKR makes a high score of 261/6 versus PBKS.

The BJP in Odisha suspects that the ruling BJD party is planning to bring Pandian into the Assembly through a backdoor.

Over 60% of eligible voters cast their ballots in the second phase of Lok Sabha elections, with Tripura at 78.53% and Manipur at 77.18%.

Angul, Odisha experiences scorching temperatures of 44.6°C and the IMD predicts that more hot and humid days are in store for the state.

Angela Bassett will give the keynote address at Spelman College's graduation ceremony.

A woman was tricked into buying two iPhones for £2,000, only to later discover they were made of clay.

Man ate 11-year-old Tesco meatballs with jellified skin

The leader of Mahadev app was apprehended by STF in Lucknow.

NHRC requests Odisha and Chhattisgarh governments to submit reports on Mahanadi river boat accident.

Rahul and Nadda will speak at campaign events in Odisha on Sunday.

Police arrest three suspects and confiscate a gun in Ganjam district.

Photos of Odisha from today.

Tracee Ellis Ross invites viewers to join her on a travel journey in her new Roku Originals show.

Secret Service removes Harris' agent after altercation with colleagues

A neglected puppy transforms dramatically after being starved by previous owner.

Survey to determine qualifications for Dharavi redevelopment project in Mumbai is finished.

Punjab Kings defeat KKR by 8 wickets in record-breaking chase.

A Florida mother could potentially receive the death penalty for killing her 3-year-old child.

Marvel is considering Keke Palmer for a significant role in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Dawn's past comes back to haunt her and turns her life upside down in explosive Emmerdale spoilers.

Emmerdale's Belle shocked by Tom calling another villager better-looking.

Football manager Harry Redknapp predicts surprise result for upcoming match between Tottenham and Arsenal.

Joe Biden reveals he considered taking his own life following the tragic deaths of his wife and daughter.

TikTok video goes viral as viewers reminisce about forgotten celebrity couples.

Beyoncé surprises her close 2-year-old friend with a bouquet of flowers.

OSHA is investigating a 'freak accident' that occurred on the set of an Eddie Murphy and Keke Palmer movie.

Ex-AD nabbed for AI-generated racist rant.

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Lewis destroys Sunak in savage HIGNFY takedown.

Popular show Beyond Paradise gets revamp for third season after big success.

A beloved star of Coronation Street leaves the show due to tragic circumstances.

Leanne's future in danger as Coronation Street reveals villain's true intentions in cult storyline.

A call center has been set up to encourage migrant workers in Bhikangaon to vote in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections.

Dr. Jannah Rasul incorporates cannabis into health coaching.

Jamaican audience confused by Kirk Franklin's 'Crip Walk' dance during Christian concert.

Traveler attaches AirTag to braids before solo trip to Mexico for extra safety.

A group of women cry in court for kidnapping and assaulting an innocent stranger.

Ajax's director is taking too long to make a decision on Graham Potter and is considering bringing former Amsterdam coach Erik ten Hag from Man Utd.

Chicago city removes and keeps well-known 'rat hole' in pavement.

Billy's life is in chaos as his dad Stevie comes back to EastEnders after a long absence, causing him to confront his past and potentially face his own death.

A man became a reality star but ended up spending a year in a room with no clothes on.

The Beatles' 50-year record has been broken.

Arsenal's Arteta discusses conversation with former manager Wenger before team's push for title.

A 64-year-old British tourist was taken to the hospital after being attacked by a shark.

Report suggests police and NHS mistakes contributed to avoidable terror attack in Reading.

Snooker player Jack Lisowski talks about his eventful gap year filled with fun experiences.

Map shows which London areas have the highest number of phone thefts as the number of incidents increases.

Teacher lied about test scores to get science position at school.

Beloved Coronation Street star faces prison concerns as she becomes involved in teen's murder case.

A pregnant woman in Navi Mumbai was hurt by debris from a blasting site, resulting in two officials being charged by police in Nerul.

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Running clubs are now replacing traditional nightclubs due to their increasing popularity and positive impact on health.

Dean Andrews, known for his role in Emmerdale, expresses sadness over the departure of a talented actress from the show.

Big news for Coronation Street fans as the beloved character Roy Cropper's luck takes a positive turn in new spoiler clips.

Airplane's safety equipment malfunctioned when the emergency exit slide detached during flight.

Keown wants Arteta to play benched Arsenal player in Tottenham match.

Actor Ryan Reynolds remembers the final conversation he had with the deceased production designer for Deadpool.

Chelsea's coach, Mauricio Pochettino, unsure if he still has the support of the club's leaders.

Man kills wife, uses insurance money for sex doll.

Liverpool and Feyenoord come to a deal on the amount of money Feyenoord will receive for Arne Slot.

Ajax coach Erik ten Hag believes having Casemiro in Manchester United's defense would be a major advantage.

EastEnders veteran promises more 'dark' stories following criticism of being too 'good'

King Charles will resume public appearances despite cancer treatment.

Before her death, Molly Ticehurst was allegedly threatened.