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Delhi Capitals captain Axar Patel highlighted the importance of team energy, trust and clarity ahead of the IPL season. Head coach Hemang Badani and director Venugopal Rao also stressed continuity, evolving T20 strategies and focus on building future talent

Gujarat Titans launched their IPL 2026 campaign with Shubharambh 2026 in Ahmedabad, celebrating their five-year journey. The event brought together players, management and fans, highlighting the team’s vision, leadership and strong connection with the state

Veteran sports journalist S Thyagarajan passed away in Chennai at the age of 85. Known for his extensive coverage of hockey and major sporting events, he was associated with The Hindu for nearly six decades

The Telangana Football Association has announced selection trials for twin cities boys for the Swami Vivekananda Under-20 men's national championship 2026. The trials will be held on March 25 at Secunderabad Gymkhana Ground

Manual scavenging persists in India despite the 2013 ban, killing 620-plus workers and highlighting caste inequality, unsafe work, and government apathy 

Lucknow Super Giants pacer Mayank Yadav spoke about his journey, love for fast bowling, and fitness transformation after surgery. He also credited Morne Morkel and Dale Steyn for inspiration and shared insights on his bond with Jasprit Bumrah

The release of Mohanlal’s "Drishyam 3" has been postponed to May 21, coinciding with the actor’s birthday. The makers confirmed the delay after reports of a possible postponement due to ongoing tensions in the Gulf region

Over 40 energy assets in nine West Asian countries have been severely damaged due to the Iran war, disrupting oil and gas supplies. The IEA has warned of serious global economic consequences, with supply losses already exceeding previous major energy crises

A first-of-its-kind cold desert riverbank restoration project was launched in Ladakh along the Indus River. The initiative aims to restore ecology, increase green cover, and involve local communities in sustainable development and environmental conservation efforts

A CAG report revealed that renovation of former Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal’s residence cost Rs 33.66 crore, far exceeding estimates. It flagged irregularities, fund diversion, and high spending on premium items, along with procedural lapses by the PWD

A report said India and China were the worst affected by tougher US visa policies under Donald Trump, with 2.5 lakh fewer visas issued in 2025. Declines were seen across student, work and family visa categories

The Congress criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Lok Sabha statement on the West Asia crisis, alleging no condemnation of US-Israeli strikes on Iran. It demanded a parliamentary discussion and raised concerns over his remarks on Covid and economic growth

Donations for war-hit Iran continued across Kashmir for the second day, with people from different sects contributing cash, gold, and valuables. Women led the effort by donating jewellery, while leaders urged authorities to allow the humanitarian drive without pressure

The Congress questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi over not advancing the BRICS+ Summit for a diplomatic initiative on the West Asia crisis. It alleged reluctance to antagonise global leaders and criticised India’s response to the ongoing conflict

India’s strategic petroleum reserves are currently filled to about 64 per cent of capacity, the Rajya Sabha was informed. The reserves can cover roughly 9.5 days of supply during disruptions, while the country continues diversifying crude imports amid West Asia tensions

The Supreme Court criticised the handling of a four-year-old rape victim in Gurugram, calling the probe insensitive. It summoned senior police officials, sought responses from authorities, and flagged serious lapses in the examination and treatment of the traumatised child

The RBI has announced the Monetary Policy Committee meeting schedule for FY27, with six meetings planned and the first rate decision set for April 6–8. A review of the inflation target framework is also due by March 2026

Indian stock markets plunged sharply, with Sensex falling 1,836 points and Nifty dropping below 22,600, amid weak global cues, rising crude oil prices, and escalating Middle East tensions. Continued FII outflows and rupee weakness further dampened investor sentiment

Prime Minister Narendra Modi told Parliament that the West Asia conflict could persist for a long time, urging national unity and preparedness. He highlighted India’s diplomatic efforts, energy security measures, evacuation of citizens, and strategies to safeguard the economy and supply chains

Two Indian LPG tankers carrying a day’s cooking gas supply safely crossed the Strait of Hormuz amid tensions in West Asia. The government said efforts are ongoing to ensure safe passage for all stranded vessels and protect energy supplies

The AIADMK-led NDA in Tamil Nadu finalised seat-sharing for the April 23 Assembly polls, allotting 56 seats to BJP, PMK and AMMK. Edappadi K Palaniswami expressed confidence that the alliance would secure a decisive victory

A mysterious blast outside a former sarpanch’s house in Jammu and Kashmir’s Samba district damaged property but caused no casualties. NIA and NSG teams visited the site as forensic experts collected samples to determine the cause

The RBI bulletin said the West Asia conflict and fresh US trade investigations have increased volatility in global markets. It noted India’s economy remains resilient, with adequate forex reserves and improving economic activity despite rising inflation

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi criticised the BJP and RSS over the use of the term ‘Vanvasis’ for tribals and reiterated his demand for a caste census. He also attacked the government over the India-US interim trade deal