INDIA
Gujarat passes UCC bill after 7-hr debate amid opposition, second state after Uttarakhand
Senior Congress MLA Shailesh Parmar criticised the timing of the move, stating, "You brought this bill in a haste in view of the upcoming assembly elections in 2027. We demand that it should be sent to the assembly's select committee."
INDIA
High Court orders fresh 'negligence' hearing in 25-yr-old Army truck toddler death case, rejects sovereign immunity
The court said that “the state can’t be absolved of its tortious liability while taking the life of one of its citizens by the wrongful act of one of its officials.”
INDIA
Women’s reservation bill: Cabinet may approve amendments on March 25, says report
Earlier assessments suggested that a proposal to expand the Lok Sabha to 816 seats—of which 273 would be reserved for women—was unlikely to be introduced immediately.
INDIA
Kerala police act on EC directive over BJP seal row, social media users sent notices
The controversy stems from a letter that was mistakenly circulated to political parties in Kerala bearing the BJP’s seal.
INDIA
Govt mulls cutting social media takedown time from 2 to 3 hours to 1 hour: Report
The proposal is still at an early stage, and officials indicate that any decision will depend heavily on how social media platforms perform under the current rules.
INDIA
'Free refrigerators to women, education loan waiver to youth': AIADMK manifesto for Tamil Nadu elections 2026
While presenting the manifesto, Palaniswami launched a pointed attack on the DMK government and accused the ruling party of running what he described as a 'commission, collection corruption' regime in Chennai, alleging that corruption had become deeply entrenched under its administration.
INDIA
Supreme Court asks states to assess need for special courts to finish UAPA trials within one year
Alongside this, High Courts have been asked to ensure that these proposed courts are adequately staffed.
INDIA
West Bengal assembly elections 2026: Who are the top 10 richest candidates from TMC, BJP and others
The contest is largely seen as a direct fight between the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), though other players are attempting to shape the electoral landscape.
INDIA
CBI moves Supreme Court to cancel bail of two gangrape accused in Manipur who paraded women naked
“The accused had paraded woman naked. This is a gross case. The women were gangraped and then paraded,” the CBI submitted, pressing for the bail to be set aside.
INDIA
Who is the richest Kerala poll candidate? BJP's Nemom candidate Rajeev Chandrasekhar declares assets worth Rs 93.88 crore
At the top end, Bharatiya Janata Party candidate from Nemom, Rajeev Chandrasekhar, stands far ahead of others, declaring total assets of Rs 93.88 crore.
INDIA
Shankaracharya Avimukteshwaranand announces 2 lakh strong 'Chaturangini Sena' open to all castes, genders amid controversy
“This ‘army’, armed with traditional and modern weapons, will protect the cow progeny and Hinduism,” he said, while standing alongside supporters who held axe replicas.
INDIA
India concerned over energy shock and shipping disruption amid West Asia conflict, says PM Modi
Warning of long-term consequences,PM Modi said, “If the war continues, its repercussions will be severe,” adding that the crisis has already “shaken the world” and recovery could take time.
INDIA
'If PM is compromised, foreign policy is compromised': Rahul Gandhi targets Modi amid West Asia crisis
The Leader of Opposition also took exception to Modi’s reference to the COVID-19 pandemic while addressing Parliament in the context of the ongoing West Asia tensions. "Yesterday he made an irrelevant speech. He is the prime minister of India, he must appear to be as the PM of India, he has no position," Gandhi said.
INDIA
PM Modi says Rs 70,000 crore allocated for shipbuilding under Make in India amid West Asia crisis, supply disruptions
The Prime Minister pointed to the wider economic consequences of the conflict, noting that global supply chains -- particularly in energy -- have been significantly affected.
INDIA
'Those who seek to exploit will spread lies… security on high alert': PM Modi says amid West Asia crisis
Stressing the broader stakes, PM Modi said the crisis carries “economic, national security and humanitarian aspects” for India.
INDIA
Govt allows additional 20% allocation to commercial LPG to restaurants, dhabas, canteens
The government said that LPG supply remains an area of concern due to the prevailing geopolitical situation. However, on the domestic front, there have been no reports of stock-outs at LPG distributorships, it claimed.
WORLD
US-Israel strike on Iran's Natanz nuclear facility amid escalating Gulf conflict, no radiation leak
According to a statement cited by Tasnim news agency, “Following the criminal attacks by the United States and the usurping Zionist regime against our country, the... Natanz enrichment complex was targeted this morning.”
WORLD
Putin says Russia remains 'loyal friend and reliable partner' to Iran in Nowruz message
According to the Kremlin statement, “Vladimir Putin wished the Iranian people to overcome the harsh trials with dignity and stressed that in this difficult time Moscow remains a loyal friend and reliable partner of Tehran.”
INDIA
MEA rejects viral claim of US seeking to launch Iran attack from Indian territory under LEMOA
The claim originated from a journalist’s post that suggested the US was exploring options under the Logistics Exchange Memorandum of Agreement (LEMOA) to support a military asset.
INDIA
Nitish Kumar can stay Bihar CM for six months after Rajya Sabha election, says minister
Explaining the constitutional position, Sharwan Kumar said that there is a defined time frame within which a leader must relinquish membership of a state legislature after entering Parliament.
WORLD
Iran Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei claims Iranians dealt enemies 'dizzying blow' in war
The written message comes as Khamenei has yet to make a public appearance since assuming leadership after his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was killed in an Israeli airstrike on February 28.
INDIA
PM Modi discusses West Asia crisis with Bahrain king, condemns attacks on energy infrastructure
"Had a fruitful discussion with the King of Bahrain, His Majesty King Hamad Bin Isa Al Khalifa. Conveyed warm greetings on the occasion of Eid al-Fitr to him and the people of Bahrain," PM Modi said in a post on X.
INDIA
Lipulekh Pass reopening signals India-China thaw amid Nepal territorial concerns | Explained
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has informed local authorities to prepare for the resumption of trade, which is expected to run during the summer months, typically from June to September.
WORLD
Donald Trump calls NATO allies 'cowards' over refusal to help secure Hormuz Strait
US allies "don't want to help open the Strait of Hormuz, a simple military maneuver that is the single reason for the high oil prices. So easy for them to do, with so little risk," he posted.
