India withdraws offer to host the United Nations annual climate Conference Of the Parties (COP33) in 2028, three years after PM Narendra Modi proposed it.

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The Indian economy is likely to grow at 6.6% in financial year 2026-27 (FY27), slowing from an estimated 7.6% expansion for the year ended March, reflecting headwinds from the West Asia conflict, the World Bank said in its South Asia Economic Update.

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🗳Assam, Kerala, Puducherry vote today, elaborate arrangements in place for smooth polling, says election commission

The stage is set for assembly polls in Assam, Kerala and Puducherry in high-stakes electoral battles with the Election Commission making arrangements for free, fair and smooth polling

Read more: https://www.livemint.com/elections/assembly-elections/assam-kerala-puducherry-to-vote-today-elaborate-arrangements-in-place-for-smooth-polling-says-election-commission-11775688258668.html

#USIranWar | A ceasefire aimed at pausing the conflict in Iran appeared increasingly fragile on Wednesday (local time) after Iran shut down the Strait of Hormuz once again, reacting to Israeli strikes in Lebanon.

The White House called for the waterway to be reopened and worked to keep diplomatic efforts on course.

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#WATCH | Puducherry Elections 2026 | A robot, Nila welcomes voters arriving at VOC Govt School to exercise their franchise.

The Election Commission has said exit polls cannot be conducted or shared from 7 am on April 9 till 6.30 pm on April 29, covering the entire voting period across five assembly elections. It has warned that any violation could invite legal action, including jail time or fines.

LIVE updates: https://www.livemint.com/elections/assembly-elections/assembly-election-2026-today-live-updates-keralam-assam-puducherry-polling-election-commission-bjp-himanta-biswa-sarma-11775660900542.html

Iran has announced new conditions for vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz following the recent ceasefire with the United States. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said ship movements will now require coordination with Iranian armed forces, with vessels needing official permission and adherence to designated routes.

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Planning a home loan in April 2026? Check out SBI, PNB, BoB, Union Bank, Canara Bank, Bank of India, and UCO Bank rates, which could make or break your EMIs.

Understand the significance of hidden fees, prepayment penalties, and 5 must-know tips before you apply.

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April 2026 salary changes under the new wage rule may shrink take-home pay while boosting employees' provident fund savings and long-term financial security.

How will the new wage rule impact your April 2026 take-home salary? Use this calculator to find out 🧮
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Fire breaks out at Terminal 1 of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport

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Iran will allow no more than 15 vessels a day to pass through the Strait of Hormuz under its ceasefire arrangement with the United States

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#MintMarkets | Market expert Raja Venkatraman shares his top stock picks for 10 April. 📈

https://www.livemint.com/market/stock-market-news/stock-recommendations-for-10-april-from-marketsmith-india-sensex-nifty-outlook-trade-set-up-11775748198906.html