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INDIA NEWS | Sat, 18 Apr 2026, 9:19PM IST Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday apologised to women across the country after the Lok Sabha rejected the proposal for 33% reservation, saying their dreams were crushed despite the governments efforts.Addressing the nation a day after the bill failed, Modi called the outcome a setback to womens empowerment and blamed opposition parties for blocking the measure. Here are the key highlights from his speech:I apologise dreams were crushedModi struck a conciliatory tone at the outset, saying, I sincerely apologise to all mothers and sisters. He added that despite the governments efforts, the aspirations of Indian women were curtailed their dreams were shattered.Also Read: PM Modi apologises to women after Lok Sabha rejects 33% quota bill, vows to remove every obstacle to ensure representationOpposition killed the dreamThe prime minister launched a sharp attack on the Indian National Congress, Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam, All India Trinamool Congress and Samajwadi Party, accusing them of selfish politics. He said, Congress and its supporters have killed this dream, and alleged that women had been forced to bear the brunt of their actions.Attack on womens dignityReferring to reactions in Parliament, Modi claimed the opposition had celebrated the bills defeat. What they did was not just applauseit was an attack on womens dignity and self-respect, he said, adding that women would remember the moment.Warning of political consequencesModi said the 21st-century woman is watching everything closely and warned that those opposing the bill would face consequences. They are taking women for granted the opposition will be punished for this wrongdoing, he said.Will remove every obstacleDespite the setback, Modi struck a note of resolve, saying the government would persist. We didnt have the majority yesterday, but that doesnt mean we have lost we will not stop trying, he said, vowing to remove every obstacle to womens reservation.Delimitation row: Divide and rule politicsThe prime minister also accused opposition parties of fuelling fears around delimitation. They have learnt the politics of divide and rule from the British, he said, arguing that the proposal would have benefited all states by expanding representation.Also Read: Delimitation Bill 2026 shelved after womens reservation amendment fails in Lok SabhaReform vs resistance pitchPositioning the issue within a broader political narrative, Modi said the opposition had a history of blocking reforms. Congress has proved that it is an anti-reform party, he said, alleging a pattern of spreading confusion and obstructing progress.Reiterating his commitment, Modi said the push for womens representation would continue, adding that the resolve to empower half the population remained firm despite the legislative setback.

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INDIA MARKET | Sat, 18 Apr 2026, 9:04PM IST Modi said that the Bill on reservation was aimed to give wings to our women power, without snatching anything from anyone.

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INDIA MARKET | Sat, 18 Apr 2026, 8:59PM IST US President Donald Trump

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INDIA MARKET | Sat, 18 Apr 2026, 8:35PM IST PM Modi apologises to nation's women on failure of Nari Shakti bill

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INDIA MARKET | Sat, 18 Apr 2026, 8:35PM IST Iran War Live Updates

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GLOBAL NEWS | Sat, 18 Apr 2026, 8:19PM IST Ben Casselman, our chief economics correspondent, explains why wages are not keeping up with inflation and what that means for American workers and the economy.

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INDIA MARKET | Sat, 18 Apr 2026, 8:19PM IST Officials added that such charges are necessary to balance the difference between projections and actual outcomes.

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INDIA MARKET | Sat, 18 Apr 2026, 8:13PM IST New Delhi has summoned the Iranian ambassador, sources said.

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INDIA MARKET | Sat, 18 Apr 2026, 8:13PM IST The offer is valid on April 18 and 19.

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INDIA MARKET | Sat, 18 Apr 2026, 8:03PM IST The accused has been identified as Dinesh Lodhi, son of Pritam Lodhi, a legislator from Pichhore.

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INDIA MARKET | Sat, 18 Apr 2026, 8:02PM IST Around 8% of those polled stated thay were cheated once when trying to purchase silver.

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INDIA MARKET | Sat, 18 Apr 2026, 8:00PM IST Cody Rhodes will defend the Undisputed WWE Championship against Randy Orton in the main event of WrestleMania Saturday.

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INDIA MARKET | Sat, 18 Apr 2026, 8:00PM IST 21-year-old Argentine winger Alejandro Garnacho will be up against his former employers Manchester United.

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INDIA BUSINESS | Sat, 18 Apr 2026, 7:58PM IST Marriott International sees strong growth in India with many new hotel deals. The company is launching its Autograph Collection brand in India, starting with Noormahal in Karnal. This expansion highlights India's importance as a key market for Marriott's development plans. Future signings are also expected to be robust.

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INDIA MARKET | Sat, 18 Apr 2026, 7:47PM IST The film has achieved another milestone as it beat Pushpa 2 with a worldwide gross collection of Rs 1,742.23 crore.

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INDIA BUSINESS | Sat, 18 Apr 2026, 7:28PM IST Reddy, who held a meeting with officials of the Airports Authority of India and others regarding the three new airports proposed in the state, said the government has already handed over 953 acres of land to the Centre for the Warangal airport project.

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INDIA MARKET | Sat, 18 Apr 2026, 7:16PM IST Iran War Live Updates

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INDIA BUSINESS | Sat, 18 Apr 2026, 7:11PM IST Under the directions of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, the Energy Department has prepared a strategy to make approximately 34,000 megawatt (MW) of electricity available this year, keeping peak demand in mind.

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INDIA MARKET | Sat, 18 Apr 2026, 7:10PM IST The reopening of eastern Iranian airspace comes as a fragile ceasefire continues to hold in the broader conflict involving the United States and Israel.

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INDIA MARKET | Sat, 18 Apr 2026, 6:55PM IST Q4 Results Live Updates: HDFC, ICICI, and Yes Bank reported strong March quarter results for FY26 amid loan growth

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INDIA MARKET | Sat, 18 Apr 2026, 6:50PM IST Marsons announced that it has received purchase orders worth Rs 15.38 crore from Inox Solar for the design and supply of 3.15 MVA, 3.5 MVA and 35 MVA power transformers.

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INDIA BUSINESS | Sat, 18 Apr 2026, 6:41PM IST Consumer discretionary companies anticipate robust revenue and earnings growth in the March quarter of FY26. Demand is recovering across various segments, with jewellery leading the charge. Apparel and paints sectors also show improvement. Margins are set to expand gradually. Valuations are moderating, presenting a reasonable risk-reward ratio for investors.

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INDIA NEWS | Sat, 18 Apr 2026, 6:30PM IST A separate State Monitoring and Evaluation Office (SMEO) will function under SITI-Odisha, similar to the performance-tracking systems associated with Niti Aayog

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INDIA MARKET | Sat, 18 Apr 2026, 6:29PM IST This week in tech: Claude Mythos, Apple's smart glasses, Vivo T5 Pro 5G launch, more.

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INDIA MARKET | Sat, 18 Apr 2026, 6:23PM IST Reliance Industries Q4 results announcement will be followed by an analyst meet.

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INDIA BUSINESS | Sat, 18 Apr 2026, 6:22PM IST Pharma major Lupin Ltd on Saturday said the US health regulator has issued Form 483 with three observations to its Somerset, New Jersey, facility in the US following an inspection. The USFDA has concluded the inspection at our manufacturing facility located in Somerset, New Jersey, USA, Lupin said in a regulatory filing. "The inspection was conducted from April 13, 2026, to April 17, 2026, and closed with the issuance of a Form-483 with three observations," it added. The company further said, "We will address the observations and respond to the USFDA within the stipulated timeframe". Lupin said it is "committed to be compliant with CGMP standards across all our facilities". According to the US Food and Drug Administration (USFDA), Form 483 is issued to a firm's management at the conclusion of an inspection when the investigator has observed any conditions that may constitute violations of the Food, Drug and Cosmetic (FD&C) Act and related Acts.

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INDIA MARKET | Sat, 18 Apr 2026, 6:20PM IST Heartfelt wishes, messages and quotes that you can share with your loved ones on Akshaya Tritiya.

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INDIA MARKET | Sat, 18 Apr 2026, 5:54PM IST Q4 Results Live Updates: All eyes are on leading private banks for March quarter results today

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INDIA MARKET | Sat, 18 Apr 2026, 5:53PM IST ICICI Bank's net profit rose 9% to Rs 13,702 crore in March 2026, driven by stable loan growth and a significant drop in provisions. Total advances increased 16%, with strong contributions from business banking and rural portfolios. The bank maintained a healthy net interest margin and stable asset quality.

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INDIA MARKET | Sat, 18 Apr 2026, 5:50PM IST Texmaco Rail & Engineering announced that it has secured an order worth Rs 3.06 crore from Modern Coach Factory, Raebareli.

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INDIA MARKET | Sat, 18 Apr 2026, 5:50PM IST ICICI Bank has reported 8.5% rise in standalone net profit to Rs 13,702 crore in Q4 FY26 from Rs 12,630 crore in Q4 FY25.

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INDIA MARKET | Sat, 18 Apr 2026, 5:50PM IST Sales reported at Rs 0.92 crore

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INDIA MARKET | Sat, 18 Apr 2026, 5:50PM IST Sales rise 9.70% to Rs 615.78 crore

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INDIA MARKET | Sat, 18 Apr 2026, 5:50PM IST Total Operating Income rise 2.49% to Rs 49593.75 crore

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INDIA MARKET | Sat, 18 Apr 2026, 5:50PM IST Total Operating Income rise 0.46% to Rs 87182.50 crore

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INDIA MARKET | Sat, 18 Apr 2026, 5:50PM IST Total Operating Income rise 0.51% to Rs 7662.27 crore

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INDIA MARKET | Sat, 18 Apr 2026, 5:47PM IST The pool would cover all maritime risks like Hull and Machinery, Cargo, P&I and War risk, a statement by the cabinet said

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INDIA MARKET | Sat, 18 Apr 2026, 5:46PM IST The shares of CMPDIL were listed at a 7% discount to its IPO price during the debut on NSE and BSE on March 30.

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INDIA MARKET | Sat, 18 Apr 2026, 5:46PM IST HDFC Bank CEO Re-Appointment In Due Course, Former Chairman's Resignation Under Legal Review

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