Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 11:03am on 26 Apr 2026,Sunday International
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Abhishek Sharma drew attention after their post-match hug during the IPL 2026 game between Rajasthan Royals and Sunrisers Hyderabad. The image spread widely online, with fans calling them “future opening partners of Team India.” Sooryavanshi scored 103 off 37 balls, while Abhishek made 57 off 29. RR posted 228/6, but SRH chased it with ease. Fans reacted strongly online. “The future opening partners of Team India,” one user wrote. Another said, “This opening pair will be the most destructive.” The moment added to growing excitement around India’s next generation. (PC: NDTV)
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:04am on 26 Apr 2026,Sunday Weather & Environment
The India Meteorological Department said heatwave conditions will continue in Delhi for the next three days. An orange alert has been issued for Sunday and a yellow alert for Monday. Temperatures may reach 43–45°C, while minimum levels may stay between 25–27°C. IMD said this is the third straight day of heatwave in the city. Similar conditions are reported in parts of north and central India. “Heat wave to severe heat wave conditions prevailed over isolated places,” IMD said. People have been advised to avoid direct sun from 12 pm to 4 pm and drink plenty of water. Light rain may occur in some areas on April 27. (PC: HT)
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 09:04am on 26 Apr 2026,Sunday International
Donald Trump said the suspect in the White House Correspondents’ dinner shooting was a “heavily armed” and “sick” man, likely acting alone. The incident took place at the Washington Hilton. Trump said the attacker charged a security checkpoint with multiple weapons before opening fire. A Secret Service agent was shot but survived due to a bulletproof vest. The suspect, Cole Tomas Allen, was arrested at the scene. Trump said, “They think he was a lone wolf actor.” Authorities are still investigating the motive and whether Trump was the intended target. (PC: India Today)
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:59am on 26 Apr 2026,Sunday International
The UK government is stepping up plans to handle possible food and fuel shortages linked to the Iran conflict. Keir Starmer will chair a key meeting, while ministers track supply risks twice a week. Concerns rose after disruption in the Strait of Hormuz, a major route for oil and gas. Officials warned of a worst case with shortages of chicken and pork by summer. Minister Darren Jones said, “This is not our war,” but added the impact will still be felt. The government urged people to “carry on” normal fuel use. (PC: BBC)
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:40am on 26 Apr 2026,Sunday International
At Washington Hilton, a security scare during an event attended by Donald Trump revived memories of a 1981 attack on Ronald Reagan. Trump later said the hotel was “not a particularly secure” place. In 1981, John Hinckley Jr. shot Reagan outside the same venue. The incident led to design changes, including a secure presidential suite. During the recent event, security rushed in after loud noises, asking guests to get down. Trump was escorted out. Officials said the “multi-layered protection” system worked as planned. (PC: HT)
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:19am on 26 Apr 2026,Sunday International
Around 100 migrant tribal workers from Jharkhand have returned home after leaving a textile unit in Namakkal, alleging abuse and unpaid wages. “There were problems with food, rules and behaviour. When we said we would leave, they started assaulting us and warned us not to leave,” said Anil Samad. Another worker said, “They slapped me first and then beat me with sticks and machine parts.” Women workers also alleged harassment and said they were stopped from leaving. Some workers said they escaped by climbing walls. Many paid their own travel costs. Chief Minister Hemant Soren has ordered a probe. (PC: The Indian Express)
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:13am on 26 Apr 2026,Sunday International
Donald Trump was unharmed after gunshots were fired at the White House Correspondents' Dinner in Washington DC. The incident took place around 20:35 ET. Trump was quickly moved to safety by security teams. The suspect, identified as Cole Tomas Allen, was stopped by the Secret Service and taken into custody. Police said he is expected to be formally charged. One Secret Service officer was shot at close range but survived due to a protective vest. An attendee said, “We all crawled under our table for what felt like a long time.” (PC: BBC)
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:59am on 26 Apr 2026,Sunday International
Recent strikes by Iran have caused more damage to US military bases in the region than earlier reported, according to US officials. The attacks targeted sites across several countries since the war began on 28 February. Officials said key facilities were hit. These include runways, radar systems, aircraft hangars, and command centres. Some aircraft were also damaged. Repair costs could run into billions of dollars. The US Department of Defense has not shared full details. US Central Command also declined to comment. A congressional aide said, “No one knows anything… we have been asking for weeks and not getting specifics.” (PC: X)
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:14am on 26 Apr 2026,Sunday International
Cole Tomas Allen, 31, has been identified as the suspect in the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner in Washington DC. Officials said he is a tutor and software developer from California. Allen studied mechanical engineering at California Institute of Technology and later completed a master’s degree in computer science. He also worked as a part-time teacher and an independent game developer. Police said he opened fire at the event and tried to run past security. He was stopped by the Secret Service. One officer was hit but survived due to a protective vest. Allen is in custody and under evaluation. (PC: HT)
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:54am on 26 Apr 2026,Sunday International
Donald Trump shared a surveillance video showing a suspect charging a security checkpoint at the White House Correspondents' Dinner in Washington DC. The video shows the man running past metal detectors as security officers draw their weapons. Police said the suspect was a “lone gunman” and was carrying multiple weapons. Washington DC police chief Jeffrey W Carroll said officers exchanged gunfire with him. A US Secret Service officer was “struck in his vest” and taken to hospital. He is in “good spirits”. The suspect was not hit but was taken to hospital for evaluation.