Over the next month elections will be held in 5 states, including Uttar Pradesh, crucial as the most populous state - if it were a separate country, it would be the world's 5th most populous - and therefore with the most MPs elected

Coal's share of power generation increased to 77% in the first week of April, +2% from the same period in 2023; increased coal use is offsetting lower power generation from hydropower resources

In Ladakh, thousands are protesting in sub-zero temperatures with the region's youth concerned about employment and the recruitment process for state jobs

At least four foreign students were injured after a far-right Hindu mob allegedly stormed a university hostel in India's western Gujarat state and attacked the group for offering prayers during Ramadan