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Iraq seal historic return to FIFA World Cup 2026 with 2-1 victory over Bolivia

Monterrey, April 1 -- Iraq booked their place at the FIFA World Cup 2026 after edging past Bolivia 2-1 in a decisive intercontinental playoff, marking their return to football's biggest stage after ne... Read More


US lowers Nepal to Level 2 in travel advisory

Kathmadnu, April 1 -- The United States has lowered Nepal to Level 2 in its travel advisory list, advising travellers to exercise increased caution due to the possibility of protests. The move signal... Read More


"Get lifted off the ground by trespassing arms": Shefali Shah recalls first meeting with Ranveer Singh amid 'Dhurandhar 2' success

Mumbai, April 1 -- Actress Shefali Shah recalled how Ranveer Singh lifted her up during their very first meeting, as she penned a heartfelt note praising him amid the success of 'Dhurandhar 2: The Rev... Read More


Alkali resigns as Transport Minister, eyes governorship seat

Nigeria, April 1 -- The Minister of Transportation, Said Alkali, has resigned from office following the presidential directive mandating political appointees seeking elective positions to step down by... Read More


'I was called cocky': Dakota Johnson says a simple handshake cost her a role

India, April 1 -- Dakota Johnson revealed how a simple act of courtesy once cost her a role, recalling an audition experience where her manners were misinterpreted. Speaking in an interview with Hits... Read More


Woman on trial for alleged drug peddling collapses, dies in court

Nigeria, April 1 -- A suspected female drug peddler, Titilayo Akindele, has died after collapsing at a Federal High Court in Benin, Edo State, on Tuesday. Mrs Akindele, 52, was standing trial for all... Read More


On publishing queer literature for Indian readers in English

India, April 1 -- When Arpita Das founded Yoda Press in 2004, she had a clear intent to publish writing by and about LGBTQIA+ people. With urban studies scholar Gautam Bhan helming it as the series ed... Read More


IAS officer reshuffle in state; Fadnavis, Shinde at odds on some appointments

India, April 1 -- In a reshuffle of senior IAS officers in the state administration, chief minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday moved around several veterans from one key post to another. In a couple... Read More


Perplexity CEO Aravind Srinivas criticised for remarks on AI layoffs: 'Reality is most people don't enjoy their jobs'

India, April 1 -- Perplexity AI CEO Aravind Srinivas is facing criticism online after suggesting that people should embrace job losses driven by artificial intelligence since "most people don't enjoy ... Read More


'Free IPL tickets?' Bengaluru Police's April Fools prank turns into cyber safety lesson

New Delhi, April 1 -- In a clever blend of humour and public awareness, the Bengaluru City Police used April Fools' Day to highlight an important issue - online safety - by baiting users with the prom... Read More