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An intense Western Disturbance, manifested as a cyclonic circulation, hovers over Iran, accompanied by a trough aloft in the middle and upper tropospheric westerlies, according to IMD. Concurrently, a high influx of moisture from the Arabian Sea is expected to inundate Northwest India from April 13th to 15th. Various atmospheric phenomena, including cyclonic circulations over south Rajasthan and adjoining north Gujarat, and over the Comorin area, are further shaping the weather patterns.

Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Saturday said that even the graduates from the Indian Institute of Technology are not getting jobs under the BJP-led Centre. Addressing a public meeting in Haridwar, Priyanka Gandhi said, " There is rising unemployment in the country. PM Modi has only given unemployment to this nation. Even IIT graduates are not getting jobs under the Modi government. The Centre's scheme and policies are not employment-oriented. The government is handing over PSUs, Railways, and ports to their business friends. So basically all these jobs are going away to the corporates," Priyanka Gandhi said. Congress General Secretary further said that small-level businesses in the country are suffering due to the poor economic policies of the BJP.

Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra asked people on Saturday not to get carried away by the words used by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his speeches and to vote for change in the upcoming Lok Sabha polls. Addressing a poll rally in Uttarakhand's Ramnagar, she said elections should be fought on real issues and not on the basis of empty rhetoric. «Don't get carried away by the words used by Modiji in his election speeches. Before casting your vote, you should honestly ask yourself whether 10 years of the Modi government have really brought about a positive change in your lives,» the Congress general secretary said. Ever-growing unemployment, uncontrolled inflation and paper-leak scams are the truths of people's lives and the BJP-led government is responsible for these as it has been in power for the last 10 years, she said.

Strait of Hormuz and seized the vessel Saturday, authorities said. Iran's state-run IRNA news agency acknowledged the seizure after a video seen by The Associated Press showed the commandos raiding the ship Saturday, an attack a Mideast defense official attributed to Iran amid wider tensions between Tehran and the West. The attack was earlier reported by the British military’s United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations, which said it took place in the Gulf of Oman off the Emirati port city of Fujairah.

Meta said, “Our generative AI-powered experiences are under development in various phases, and we’re testing a range of them publicly in a limited capacity," The feature was spotted first by a TechCrunch report, which said that Meta was testing its AI chatbot in the main search bar, but other reports suggest that the chatbot appeared in the Instagram DM search bar. The Engadget report states that clicking on the Meta AI icon allowed them to have a conversation with the chatbot directly from their DM, similar to chatting with a friend.

Narendra Modi engaged in a lively interaction today with some of India's leading gamers, delving into the realm of gaming and its future prospects. During the discussion, PM Modi made a playful reference to the opposition, employing the term 'noob,' commonly used in gaming circles to describe someone new or inexperienced. «If I use this word (noob) during elections, people will wonder who am I referring to… If I say it, you will think of a particular person,» PM Modi said. In the conversation, the Prime Minister also explored avenues for government support to bolster the gaming industry's growth trajectory. He sought insights into the challenges faced by gamers in India, particularly distinguishing between skill-based games and those promising quick financial gains. The gamers raised concerns about the need for clarity on different game categories and highlighted issues related to video game addiction.

PM Modi on Saturday interacted with top Indian gamers on multiple issues surrounding the gaming industry. During a casual discussion about the future and obstacles before the e-gaming sector, the prime minister engaged in an open conversation with gamers, asking them intriguing questions and even experimenting with some of the games himself. «People have offered different solutions. I have an alternative solution called Mission LIFE, which advocates for changing our daily lifestyle to benefit the environment. Now, envision a game aimed at addressing global climate issues, where the gamer must explore various methods and solutions to identify the most sustainable approach,» PM Modi told the gamers during the interaction.

Institutional investment in real estate has declined by 55% during Q1 2024 to USD 552 million, due to the cautious approach of foreign investors amid global macroeconomic uncertainty, according to consultancy firm Vestian. Domestic investors showcased resilience and accounted for 98% of the total institutional investments received in the current quarter. Although the share has increased from 36% a year earlier, investments in value terms increased by only 21%. “Domestic investors are bullish about India’s growth story, continue to pour in investments in the real estate sector. On the other hand, foreign investors are cautious due to global macroeconomic uncertainty and geopolitical tensions,” said Shrinivas Rao, FRICS, CEO, Vestian.

Baisakhi celebrations at Guruji ka Ashram (Bade Mandir), notifying commuters about traffic regulations in specific areas of the city. In a post on X, the traffic police said: “In view of Baisakhi celebrations at Guru Ji ka Ashram (Bade Mandir) on April 13, 2024, traffic regulations will be effective." “Movement of heavy and medium commercial vehicles will be regulated on Bhatti Mines Road, Bandh Road, Chhatarpur Road and Sant Shri Nagpal Marg," it added. The advisory said “all emergency vehicles will be facilitated in reaching their destination".

NIA from Kolkata on transit remand, police sources said on Saturday. Both will be taken for a routine medical test, after which they will be produced before the National Investigation Agency (NIA) court here.

Baisakhi, also known as Vaisakhi, holds immense significance for Sikh communities worldwide. Celebrated on April 13, it marks the Sikh New Year and the formation of the Khalsa Panth by Guru Gobind Singh Ji, the tenth Sikh Guru. A Day of Historical Significance and Unity Baisakhi commemorates the birth of the Khalsa community, emphasizing unity and the courage to stand against oppression. Guru Gobind Singh Ji initiated the Panj Pyare, five devout Sikhs, at Anandpur Sahib, symbolizing the commitment to righteousness, equality, and defending the oppressed.

Manipur. Three people were injured in the incident in Heirok of Thoubal District and Tengnoupal district and also along Pallel of Kakching District. There was firing between the two groups of Heirok and Tengnoupal since last evening and is reportedly continuing. Sources said that three people in Heirok sustained injuries. Later Irate Village Volunteers and the public of Heirok retaliated against the arm miscreants.

National Testing Agency (NTA) declaring the CUET PG Result 2024 today, April 13, the agency has released a list of toppers as well. Candidates who have appeared for the Common University Entrance Test (Postgraduate) 2024 can check and download the CUET PG 2024 Result from the official website at pgcuet.samarth.ac.in. The NTA conducted the CUET PG 2024 between March 11 and 28, 2024 via a computer-based test (CBT) in 572 different centres located in 262 cities including nine cities outside India (Manama, Dubai, Kathmandu, Muscat, Riyadh, Ottawa, Abu Dhabi, Vienna, and Qatar) How to check CUET PG Result 2024:

Narendra Modi paid tribute to the people killed in the Jallianwala Bagh massacre in 1919 and shared a video defining the incident and showcasing the unparalleled courage and sacrifice of the victims. In a post on X PM said, «On behalf of my family members across the country, I pay my heartfelt tribute to all the brave martyrs of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre.» President Droupadi Murmu also remembered the victims of massacre and said, «My heartfelt tribute to all the freedom fighters who sacrificed everything for the motherland in Jallianwala Bagh! The countrymen will always be indebted to all those great souls who sacrificed their lives for Swaraj. I am sure that the spirit of patriotism of those martyrs will always inspire the coming generations.»

Canada has made the decision to reduce the number of its staffers stationed in its consulates across India, a move that could potentially impact visa application processes for individuals planning to travel to Canada. According to a spokesperson from the Canadian High Commission, the staff reductions were deemed necessary due to a decrease in the number of Canadian personnel available to effectively manage operations within the country. Think you check all the immigration boxes? Find out Despite the staff reductions, the spokesperson assured that Canada's visa application centers in India are functioning normally, alleviating concerns regarding any immediate disruption to visa processing procedures.

Mint brings you some wishes messages and greetings to share as WhatsApp status, Facebook messages and Instagram images with your loved ones. Let's check out these especially curated wishes, images and messages to celebrate the harvest festival with your friends and family on the auspicious occasion. May your Baisakhi be blessed with the bounty of the season and a harvest of joy and prosperity.

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is scheduled to unveil its election manifesto, known as the "Sankalp Patra," on April 14 in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, BJP President JP Nadda, Home Minister Amit Shah, and Defense Minister Rajnath Singh, according to sources. The manifesto committee, chaired by Defense Minister Rajnath Singh, has already held two meetings. The BJP has received over 1.5 million suggestions for its manifesto, including more than 400,000 through the NaMo app and over 1.1 million through videos. According to party sources, the BJP's manifesto will focus on development, a prosperous India, women, youth, the poor, and farmers. The party pledges to fulfil only those promises that are achievable. The theme of the manifesto will be «Modi's Guarantee: Developed India 2047,» with a focus on cultural nationalism.

Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Friday said his former ally should come clean on what the condition of the state was under the rule of 'Pati-Patni' for 15 years. «What was the situation in Bihar earlier? For 15 years, the state was under the rule of 'pati-patni'. Do you recall the days when no one was able to go out of their house in the evening? We were MPs and ministers at the Centre back in the day. But we had to visit our constituencies on foot due to lack of motorable roads,» Nitish said, in a jibe at the RJD chief and his wife and former CM Rabri Devi. "Yaad kariye inhone kabhi kuch kiya bhi ha? (See if you can remember if they did anything of note)," he said.

WhatsApp has become a breeding ground for scams, and one of the most prevalent is fake advertisements. Among these scams, those related to fake stock tips are particularly notorious. Recently, Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath took to social media to warn users about such scams, urging them to exercise caution. Kamath shared an image on the platform X promoting a WhatsApp group for stock tips allegedly by him. However, he clarified that he has never had any WhatsApp group for stock tips. He requested users to report such advertisements, emphasizing, «Scam alert, this is obviously not from me, I have never had or have any WhatsApp groups, nor do I give tips etc. Please report these.»

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in connection with the liquor policy case, and his failure to secure relief from the court; the ruling AAP on Friday shared an old video of the former in which he is seen exhorting his charges to stay strong and be in the service of people with sincerity and devotion. In the video, the Delhi CM, who is currently in extended judicial custody in the liquor policy case, is heard saying, «If we are killed, we will be called fallen bravehearts. If we win, we will be called fearless. But if we run away, we will be called cowards. We don't have to run away. Keep fighting, stay firm and strong in your resolve to be in the service of people with honesty and devotion.» Kejriwal's judicial custody will end on April 15, after which he will be presented before the court.

The Tattooist of Auschwitz,' a series based on Heather Morris's bestselling novel. The new trailer, released alongside character art, offers a glimpse into this poignant love story set against the backdrop of the Holocaust.