India

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman tabled the Finance Bill, 2026, in the Lok Sabha, providing legal backing to Budget proposals. The House also referred the Corporate Laws (Amendment) Bill to a Joint Parliamentary Committee amid Opposition concerns over CSR provisions.

The Congress criticised AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi after he announced an alliance with Humayun Kabir’s AJUP for the West Bengal Assembly elections, accusing him of dividing secular votes and acting as the BJP’s “B-team”.

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Samsung has enabled Quick Share to work with Apple AirDrop on Galaxy S26 devices, allowing cross-platform file sharing, while also launching a Car-to-Home service that integrates SmartThings with Hyundai and Kia connected vehicles

Chennaiyin FC produced a strong performance but were held to a 1-1 draw by FC Goa after a late equaliser by Sandesh Jhingan, despite Irfan Yadwad’s second-half goal giving the hosts an early advantage in the match

India’s U17 men’s team will play three friendly matches in Thailand against Thailand, Indonesia and Korea Republic as part of preparations for the AFC U17 Asian Cup, following a series of international exposure games earlier this year

India’s Under-20 women’s team, under coach Joakim Alexandersson, is gearing up for the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup with improved structure and confidence after international exposure, aiming to compete strongly against top teams like Japan and Australia

The NRAI, along with the Jharkhand State Rifle Association, concluded a seven-day national coaches course focusing on sports science, technical skills, and athlete development, aiming to strengthen grassroots coaching and improve performance standards in shooting across India

Union Minister Jitendra Singh said India is evolving into a strong pharma economy with growing global presence. He highlighted advancements in indigenous healthcare manufacturing, innovation, and policy support aimed at boosting quality, affordability and contribution to GDP

Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a CCS meeting to review the impact of the West Asia conflict on India. He called for coordinated efforts to prevent hoarding, ensure supply of essentials, and assess economic and sector-wise implications

Actress Mrunal Thakur is rumoured to feature in a special song in Ram Charan’s upcoming film ‘Peddi’, directed by Buchi Babu Sana. While speculation continues, there is no official confirmation from the makers regarding her involvement

Mumbai police arrested CoinDCX co-founders Sumit Gupta and Neeraj Khandelwal in connection with a Rs 71 lakh crypto fraud complaint. The company denied involvement, claiming the scam occurred through fake websites impersonating its platform and founders

India dominated the Spanish Para Badminton International 2026 in Vitoria, Spain, with Pramod Bhagat winning two golds and a silver, while Sukant Kadam secured one gold and one silver. Several other Indian shuttlers added medals across categories

Indian squash stars Abhay Singh and Anahat Singh clinched the men’s and women’s titles at the Indian Open 2026 in Mumbai. Abhay defeated Veer Chotrani 3-0, while Anahat overcame Egypt’s Hana Moataz 3-1 to retain her crown

Union Minister G Kishan Reddy said coal gasification will play a key role in boosting India’s energy security and reducing imports. The government aims for 100 million tonnes by 2030 with major investments and policy support already underway

India’s poor standing in World Happiness Report 2026 reflects the ongoing challenges despite being one of the world’s fastest-growing economies

Expanding storage capacity and diversifying supply sources must become urgent national priorities

WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus warned of rising nuclear risks amid strikes near key sites in Iran and Israel. He urged restraint and de-escalation, while US President Donald Trump escalated tensions with a warning to Iran over the Strait of Hormuz

Chennai Super Kings hosted the Roar 2026 event at Chepauk, bringing together former legends and current players ahead of IPL 2026. Fans cheered MS Dhoni and Sanju Samson as the team geared up for the new season starting March 28

Around 90 flights are set to operate from the UAE to India as airspace partially reopens, while travel via Saudi Arabia continues amid restrictions. The government said Indian seafarers remain safe and maritime operations are functioning normally

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has become the longest-serving head of an elected government in India, surpassing Pawan Kumar Chamling. The milestone marks over two decades of leadership, alongside record-breaking electoral success and a strong digital presence across global platforms

The BJP criticised Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan over his remarks, claiming they reflect concern over the party’s growing support in the state. BJP leaders expressed confidence in expanding their presence ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections

TNVP leader T Velmurugan has exited the DMK-led alliance ahead of Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, citing dissatisfaction over seat-sharing and unmet social justice demands. He ruled out joining the BJP alliance and said alternative partnerships are being explored