April 19 — US-Iran nuke talks, anti-Trump protests, IPL: GT vs DC, RR vs LSG

• Rome to host second round of US-Iran nuclear talks
Oman’s foreign ministry has confirmed that US and Iranian officials will hold indirect nuclear talks in Rome. The venue was shifted from Muscat for logistical reasons. The move follows earlier constructive discussions and growing international concern over Iran’s uranium enrichment.
• Congress meet amid National Herald case developments
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge will chair a high-level meeting of party leaders in New Delhi to discuss organisational matters. With Rahul Gandhi away, the leadership will deliberate on legal and political strategies following the ED’s chargesheet in the National Herald case.
• Nationwide protests against Trump’s policies
Anti-Trump protests are set to take place across all 50 US states. Organised by groups like the 50501 movement, the demonstrations aim to mobilise 11mn participants. Protesters are rallying against Trump’s policies, citing threats to democracy and harm to marginalised groups.
• BJD set to announce new president
Former Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik, the only nominee, is expected to be re-elected for a ninth term. The formal announcement will be made at Sankha Bhawan following the nomination process.
• IPL 2025 - GT vs DC at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
Delhi Capitals and Gujarat Titans clash in a high-stakes showdown, with both sides eyeing top-table dominance. A fiery pace battle between Mitchell Starc and Mohammed Siraj will be on display.
• RR vs LSG at Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur
Rajasthan Royals, reeling from three consecutive defeats, face Lucknow Super Giants in a must-win clash. Inconsistent performances and Sanju Samson’s injury cloud RR’s campaign, while LSG rides on Pooran and Marsh’s batting form.
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Other key events
• AIMPLB to hold protest meeting against Waqf Act in Hyderabad
• Pakistan’s deputy PM and foreign minister Ishaq Dar to visit Kabul amid a spike in terror attacks
• IAF’s Surya Kiran Aerobatic Team to perform an air show in Ranchi
• Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren to lead a high-level delegation on a six-day visit to Spain and Sweden to attract foreign investment
• Mayor of London’s grand Baisakhi event at Trafalgar Square
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Anniversaries
• Birth anniversary of Reliance Industries chairman Mukesh Ambani
• Birth anniversary of businessman and philanthropist Peter de Noronha
• Birth anniversary of tennis player Maria Sharapova
• Birth anniversary of athlete Anju Bobby George
• Captain James Cook first sighted the southeastern coast of Australia this day in 1770

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Last updated at 9pm | Compiled by Rajesh Sharma