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This comes as the Strait of Hormuz remains mired in uncertainty amid a fragile two-week ceasefire between Iran and US-Israel forces. (maritime news, us iran war israel islamabad talks hormuz, sonowal cargo backlog major ports) theweek.in/news/maritime/…

The high-level talks, aimed at ending the war in the Gulf between Iran and US-Israel forces, are scheduled to take place on April 11 in Islamabad. (us iran war israel, islamabad peace talks, hormuz lebanon strikes) theweek.in/news/middle-ea…

From subtle warning signs to inspiring stories of celebrities, understanding the condition can help reduce stigma and improve early diagnosis and care. @hyderabaddoctor (World Parkinson's Day, Muhammad Ali, Ozzy Osbourne, Parkinson's disease, Health news) theweek.in/news/health/20…

Young-onset Parkinson's disease begins before individuals reach their 50th birthday and presents both medical and emotional difficulties. (World Parkinson's Day, Parkinson's disease, fitness, health news) theweek.in/news/health/20…

In a major development, Yashwant Varma has resigned just days before a parliamentary committee was set to begin hearings into an impeachment inquiry against him. The case stems from allegations linked to a cash recovery controversy, which Justice Varma has strongly denied. What led to this resignation—and what happens to the inquiry now? Senior Special Correspondent Kanu Sarda (@sardakanu_law) explains. youtu.be/tDblPqAsBRI (Justice Yashwant Varma resignation, Allahabad High Court, impeachment process India, cash recovery case, judiciary news)

The arrest of Vikrant Kashyap by the Uttarakhand STF comes days before the arrival of PM Modi's visit to Dehradun on April 14. (modi dehradun cia bihar, uttarakhand stf vikrant kashyap, pakistan bhatti rana video) theweek.in/news/india/202…

At the Silver Economy Summit hosted by The Week in collaboration with Goodfellows, Dr Mazda Turel, consultant neurosurgeon at Wockhardt Hospital in Mumbai, explains the kind of support older adults need the most beyond medical care. #TheWeek #SilverEconomy #Leadership #ElderCare #ActiveAgeing #Healthcare #India

An NDRF team has already been dispatched to Ghaziabad, and is expected to reach the scene of the tragedy soon. (vrindavan mathura boat tragedy, yamuna boat accident keshi ghat, uttar pradesh) theweek.in/news/india/202…

At the Silver Economy Summit hosted by THE WEEK in collaboration with Goodfellows, Dr Nilay Patel, interventional cardiologist, explains the most common heart-related risks people face as they grow older and why awareness is key. #TheWeek #SilverEconomy #Leadership #ElderCare #ActiveAgeing #Healthcare #India

In this exclusive interview, Congress leader Karti Chidambaram speaks with Chief of Bureau Lakshmi Subramanian (@lakhinathan) about the party's strategy ahead of the Tamil Nadu assembly elections. He discusses alliance dynamics with the DMK, the challenges of building a strong organisational base, the importance of potential chief ministerial leadership, and the role of charisma in politics. He also shares his perspective on emerging political figures like Vijay, welfare schemes, and the BJP’s approach to state and national elections. youtu.be/5VqFBhFtGkk (Karti Chidambaram, Congress, Tamil Nadu assembly elections 2026, DMK, Vijay, TVK, BJP, Narendra Modi, INDIA alliance)

Amit Shah unveiled the BJP's Sankalp Patra (manifesto) in Kolkata, outlining the party’s roadmap for West Bengal. The BJP promised strict action against infiltration and announced welfare measures, including financial support for women, unemployed youth and farmers if the party comes to power in the state. Special Correspondent Prema Rajaram with the report. youtu.be/LF93-3D3U-w (Amit Shah, BJP, Sankalp Patra, West Bengal elections 2026, Kolkata, Mamata Banerjee, Bangladesh)

At the Silver Economy Summit hosted by THE WEEK in collaboration with Goodfellows, Rekha Bhardwaj shares her message for those who feel age can hold them back and why passion should never have a deadline. #TheWeek #SilverEconomy #Leadership #ElderCare #ActiveAgeing #Healthcare #India

In a major political development, the Congress has withdrawn its candidate from the Baramati by-election, effectively clearing the path for Sunetra Pawar, the NDA-backed candidate. The move comes after a series of back-channel discussions involving Sharad Pawar, Devendra Fadnavis, and state Congress leaders. With no major challenger left, Baramati now appears set for a one-sided contest. Chief of Bureau, Mumbai, Dnyanesh Jathar breaks it down. youtu.be/tR1FlutD8BE (Baramati by election, Sunetra Pawar, Congress withdrawal, Sharad Pawar, Maharashtra politics)

While ethanol has been used in some fuel blends and in small inland vessels before, the new Guaibamax ships will be the first transoceanic ones to use it as primary fuel. (vale ethanol ships, maritime news, imo sustainability decarbonisation) theweek.in/news/maritime/…

Scientists find a way to pause sperm production without lasting damage. @The_Krantikari (Sexual health, condoms, vasectomy, medical research, health news) theweek.in/news/health/20…

EXPLAINED: The extreme physics of Artemis II astronauts' journey home theweek.in/news/sci-tech/…

What has drawn writers and poets to the character of the 'tawaif' (courtesan) is the paradox—they sell intimacy on one hand, while yearning for 'real' love on the other. theweek.in/review/books/2…