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08 Apr, 2025

Iraqi national held at Delhi airport for smuggling 1.2 kg gold: Customs

A 64-year-old Iraqi man was arrested at Delhi airport on 7 Apr for smuggling 1.2 kg of gold from Baghdad. Customs officials detected the gold hidden in baggage during screening. Further investigation is underway under the Customs Act, 1962.

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08 Apr, 2025

Khultabad town, housing Aurangzeb tomb, to be renamed as Ratnapur: Minister

Maharashtra Minister Sanjay Shirsat announced Khultabad, site of Aurangzeb's tomb, will be renamed Ratnapur. The move is part of efforts to replace names linked to Mughal rule. A memorial for Shivaji and Sambhaji Maharaj is also planned at the site.

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08 Apr, 2025

Billie Jean King immortalized in bronze with star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

Billie Jean King became the first woman to receive a star in the new sports entertainment category on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on 8 April. Joined by Magic Johnson & Jamie Lee Curtis, King was honoured for her legacy in tennis and advocacy for equality.

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08 Apr, 2025

South Korea to elect new president on June 3 after Yoon's ouster

South Korea will hold a presidential election on 3 June to replace ousted President Yoon Suk Yeol, removed over martial law abuse. The race will likely be a fierce contest between the conservative People Power Party and liberal Democratic Party.

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08 Apr, 2025

SC pulls up Tamil Nadu governor for 'sitting over' Bills

On 8 April, the Supreme Court criticised Tamil Nadu Governor R N Ravi for reserving 10 Bills for presidential consideration, calling it unconstitutional. The court said under Article 200, the governor must act on ministers' advice without using a veto.

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08 Apr, 2025

ASI likely to replace Jama Masjid signboard with 'Juma Masjid' in UP's Sambhal

The ASI is set to replace the current signboard at the Shahi Jama Masjid in UP's Sambhal with one reading “Juma Masjid”, aligning with official ASI records. The mosque has been in the spotlight amid a legal row and violence over its historical status.

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08 Apr, 2025

Man sentenced to 20 years for raping Dalit girl in 2018

On 7 April, a Ghaziabad court sentenced Vikas to 20 years' rigorous imprisonment for raping a 3-year-old Dalit girl on December 28, 2018 near Bamheta canal. He was caught at the scene. A ₹50,000 fine was imposed; non-payment adds one year to the sentence.

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08 Apr, 2025

India overtakes Germany as 3rd-largest wind, solar power producer

India surpassed Germany in 2024 to become the world's 3rd producer of electricity from wind and solar, according to Ember’s Global Electricity Review. Solar now powers 7% of India’s electricity, with clean sources making up 22% of total generation.

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08 Apr, 2025

Harmanpreet to lead India in SL ODI tri-series this month

Harmanpreet Kaur returns to lead India’s women’s team in the ODI tri-series in Sri Lanka from 27 April to 11 May, featuring South Africa and the hosts. Renuka Singh and Titas Sadhu miss out due to injuries. The squad includes three uncapped players.

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08 Apr, 2025

Girl stabbed publicly in Delhi for refusing marriage proposal; critical condition

A 17-year-old girl was brutally stabbed in public at Kirbi Place, southwest Delhi, after rejecting a marriage proposal. The 20-year-old accused, known to her, used a kitchen knife in the planned attack. Both are in critical condition at DDU Hospital.