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ISRO has identified a landing site in the Moon’s south polar region for the Chandrayaan-4 mission, targeted for 2028. The site at Mons Mouton was selected after detailed terrain analysis for India’s lunar sample-return mission

Protests erupted in Varanasi’s Dal Mandi area during a demolition drive for a road widening project after a shopkeeper allegedly set his shop on fire. Police and fire teams controlled the blaze, while several people were detained for creating unrest

A community awareness event in New Jersey marked the launch of ‘Help Before Scam’, an initiative aimed at combating fraud targeting Indian Americans, as experts warned seniors and students about impersonation scams, legal risks and the need for early reporting.

The fading threat of a US strike on Iran signals a fragmented, deterrence-driven regional order where crises simmer rather than explode

Stability in benchmark lending rates, combined with a supply-side push in the recent Union Budget, is expected to complement demand traction across sectors

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat reiterated the demand for Bharat Ratna to be conferred on Veer Savarkar, calling it an “honour for the award itself”.

India won both men’s and women’s titles at the Asian Lacrosse Games in Riyadh, defeating Iraq and Pakistan respectively. Led by T Anudeep Reddy and Sunita Meena, the teams showcased dominance as India’s community in Saudi Arabia celebrated the double triumph

Tejaswin Shankar won gold in men’s heptathlon at the Asian Indoor Athletics Championships in Tianjin, setting a new national indoor record with 5993 points. India finished sixth overall with five medals, including silvers for Pooja and Tajinderpal Singh Toor

Yuki Bhambri and Dhakshineswar Suresh won a thrilling doubles rubber against David Pel and Sander Arends to give India a 2-1 lead in their Davis Cup Qualifiers tie against the Netherlands in Bengaluru, setting up crucial reverse singles matches

Devika Sihag won her second consecutive international title by defeating compatriot Navya Kanderi in the Azerbaijan International women’s singles final. Sathwik Reddy K and Radhika Sharma also triumphed, clinching the mixed doubles crown with a hard-fought win over Mihajlo Tomic and Andjela Vitman

Services defeated Kerala 1-0 in the Santosh Trophy 2025-26 final at Dhakuakhana Football Stadium, Assam. Abhishek Pawar scored in the 109th minute to secure Services’ eighth title, repeating their 2012-13 final win over Kerala

Hyderabad defeated Assam by eight wickets in the Col C K Nayudu Trophy under-23 cricket at Rajiv Gandhi Stadium. Goa beat Hyderabad in the BCCI women’s one-day event, while Chandigarh and OMC also recorded wins in their matches

The Kuki-Zo Council has advised community members working in government and private sectors to avoid travel and postings in Meitei-dominated areas, citing ongoing tensions and lack of a political settlement. Protests have continued in several hill districts since the new government took office

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma alleged that Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi, his wife and a Pakistani national had deeper links and violated FCRA norms. Gogoi dismissed the claims as baseless and politically motivated

India is likely to gradually reduce crude oil imports from Russia following an understanding with the United States for lower trade tariffs. While most refiners will cut new purchases, Nayara Energy may continue buying due to limited alternatives

Union Home Minister Amit Shah said security operations, infrastructure development and disruption of Maoist finances have weakened Left-Wing Extremism. After a review meeting in Raipur, he asserted that Naxalism would be completely eradicated before March 31

Army chief General Upendra Dwivedi reviewed counter-terrorism operations and security arrangements during his visit to forward areas in Jammu. He assessed preparedness in Poonch and Rajouri and stressed the need for advanced technologies and inter-agency coordination

Four Indian medical students injured in a stabbing attack at a Russian university in Ufa are stable and recovering well, the Indian mission said. Consular officials visited them as authorities launched an inquiry and tightened security at educational institutions

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said adequate safeguards are in place in the India-US trade agreement to protect farmers and domestic industry. He said the deal is balanced, will boost exports and ensure fair market access for both countries

Assam Congress president Gaurav Gogoi rejected Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma’s allegations of Pakistani links, calling them baseless and mindless. He criticised the CM’s press conference and reiterated claims over alleged land holdings of Sarma’s family

Union Civil Aviation Minister K Ram Mohan Naidu said the new terminal at Rajahmundry Airport is nearing completion and will be inaugurated soon. He directed officials to finish works by March 31, saying the upgrade will boost tourism and regional connectivity

Security forces in Manipur arrested five militants linked to insurgent groups and recovered mortars and IEDs near the India-Myanmar border. Authorities also destroyed illegal poppy farms and tightened security to curb insurgency and smuggling activities

Thanks to the officer's promptness and bravery, several lives were saved, showcasing the highest traditions of police service

A Tsunami swing collapsed at the Surajkund International Crafts Mela in Faridabad, injuring nearly a dozen people, one seriously. While claims of a fatality surfaced, officials have not confirmed any deaths.