'We were just minutes away from striking Pakistan': Navy chief details India's aggressive posture during Operation Sindoor
India was close to launching a naval strike against Pakistan during Operation Sindoor, Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi said, reflecting on the military posture adopted during the May 2025 operation, reported Hindustan Times. Speaking at a Naval Investiture Ceremony, he noted that the Indian Navy maintained an aggressive stance and was prepared for action when hostilities were halted.
According to remarks reported by ANI, Admiral Tripathi said the Navy was "just minutes away from striking Pakistan from sea" before Pakistan requested a stoppage of kinetic actions. The statement highlights the level of preparedness maintained by the maritime forces during the tense period. Read full story
2026-04-02 13:33Delhi weather update: Rain to continue through weekend, temperatures set to dip
Delhi has stepped into April with a noticeable shift in weather, as rain and cooler conditions begin to take hold across the city. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted rain to continue over Delhi from Friday, i.e., April 3, through the weekend.
Parts of the capital have been receiving rainfall since Tuesday night, which continued through Wednesday morning. According to IMD, the minimum temperature was recorded at 16.8 degrees Celsius at Safdarjung, which is the base station. This is 2.6 degrees lower than the previous day and two degrees lower than normal.
The maximum temperature remained at 33.5 degrees Celsius, slightly below the average for the season. Although no rain was recorded at Safdarjung during the early hours, other areas received rainfall. Lodhi Road received 6.4 mm of rain between late Tuesday night and early Wednesday morning. The Ridge received 2.6 mm of rain, while Ayanagar received 6.8 mm of rain. Read full story
2026-04-02 09:44Oracle layoffs: 10,000+ India jobs at risk amid AI push
Oracle has begun a major round of layoffs in India, with an estimated 10,000–12,000 jobs at risk, as part of a broader global restructuring that could impact around 30,000 employees. The process has been abrupt, with many workers receiving early morning emails and suddenly losing access to VPN and Slack, leaving them shocked and unsettled. The cuts are largely linked to Oracle’s aggressive push into AI infrastructure, which is increasing costs and forcing the company to streamline operations. Layoffs have been reported across key divisions, including Oracle Cloud Infrastructure and NetSuite’s India development centre.
2026-04-02 09:41Sensex tumbles 1,400+ pts as global tensions spark market sell-off
Indian equity markets opened sharply lower on Thursday as escalating geopolitical tensions after US President Donald Trump signalled a continued war in Iran weighed on investor sentiment. The BSE Sensex dropped 1,411 points (1.92%) to 71,716.82, while the Nifty 50 fell 445 points (1.98%) to 22,210.67 in early trade. The sell-off was broad-based, with losses seen across sectors and market caps, reflecting a clear risk-off mood rather than stock-specific weakness.
2026-04-02 09:41Horoscope today
The horoscope for April 2 suggests a day of caution mixed with emerging opportunities. Aries may face health and workplace challenges but see business gains, while Taurus could begin new plans and relationships despite rising expenses. Gemini may find progress in work but face financial strain due to family health concerns, whereas Cancer may see job opportunities and support in resolving family issues. Leo may deal with relationship tensions and obstacles, while Virgo may experience steady income but rising stress. Libra and Scorpio may benefit in business and relationships, though health and conflicts may arise. Sagittarius may see income growth but must watch their words and health, Capricorn may face financial pressure despite gains, Aquarius may encounter delays and health concerns alongside new job prospects, and Pisces may deal with stress but find success through careful decisions and business opportunities.
