India

Political tensions over the SIR exercise in West Bengal dominated Election Commission consultations with parties in Kolkata. The TMC alleged voter harassment, while the BJP demanded fewer poll phases. The EC assured political parties that elections would be conducted fairly and peacefully

Andhra Pradesh Police continued questioning Bihar IPS officer Sunil Kumar Naik for the fifth day in the alleged custodial torture of former MP K. Raghurama Krishna Raju. The interrogation follows a High Court direction as part of an ongoing investigation

Namibian cheetah Jwala has given birth to five cubs at Madhya Pradesh’s Kuno National Park, taking India’s cheetah population to 53. Union minister Bhupender Yadav called it a major milestone for Project Cheetah and wildlife conservation efforts

The Lok Sabha failed to take up a resolution seeking Speaker Om Birla’s removal on Monday after repeated disruptions by opposition MPs demanding a discussion on West Asia. Continuous protests forced adjournments, with the Chair accusing the opposition of holding proceedings hostage

Trinamool Congress MPs have submitted notices in both Houses of Parliament seeking a discussion on alleged voter disenfranchisement during the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, as the Opposition raises concerns ahead of Assembly elections in several states

The Delhi High Court has listed April 20 to hear the Enforcement Directorate's plea challenging a trial court order that refused to take cognisance of its chargesheet against Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi and others in the National Herald-linked money laundering case

Mojtaba Khamenei, son of late Iranian supreme leader Ali Khamenei, has emerged as Iran's new leader. Analysts say his close ties with the security establishment suggest continuity in Iran's hardline policies and possibly stronger influence of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps

Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi alleged that the government is avoiding a discussion in Parliament on the West Asia crisis as it would expose Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Opposition parties have demanded a debate citing concerns over fuel prices and economic impact

Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar warned officials in West Bengal that any lapse in law and order ahead of the Assembly elections would invite strict action. The Election Commission also questioned the absence of a Narcotics Advisory Committee in the state

Union Home Minister Amit Shah is likely to reply to the debate on the no-confidence motion moved by Opposition MPs against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, who has been accused of acting in a partisan manner while conducting proceedings of the House

India on Monday called for dialogue and de-escalation in the West Asia conflict, with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar saying the safety of Indians in the region remains the government’s top priority along with energy security, trade interests and regional stability

Activist Sharjeel Imam, accused in the 2020 Delhi riots case, has been granted 10-day interim bail by a Delhi court to attend his brother’s wedding. The court order allows him relief from March 20 to March 30.

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said the recent rise in global crude oil prices is unlikely to significantly impact India’s inflation for now, as consumer inflation remains near the lower bound of the RBI’s tolerance band amid government and monetary policy measures.

Actor-turned-politician and TVK chief Vijay has been summoned once more by the CBI in connection with the Karur stampede case of September 2025. The fresh summons comes amid speculation of possible alliance talks between the BJP and Vijay’s party ahead of the Assembly elections.

The INDIA bloc staged a protest in the Parliament Complex, criticising the Centre for its silence on the escalating conflict in West Asia. Opposition leaders including Rahul Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge, and Akhilesh Yadav demanded a clear stance from the government.

Political activity in Bihar has intensified following speculation about Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s possible shift to the Rajya Sabha. Posters in Patna have demanded Chirag Paswan as the next Chief Minister, echoing earlier calls from his family and party colleagues.

Sebi is reviewing the Calcutta Stock Exchange’s voluntary exit application from stock exchange operations. A working group and valuation agency are examining its assets, liabilities, and listed companies before Sebi passes a formal exit order, said Finance Minister of State Pankaj Chaudhary

Expelled Congress MLA Rahul Mamkootathil, granted bail in three sexual assault cases, said whether he contests the upcoming Palakkad election would be the party’s decision. He reaffirmed loyalty to Congress despite expulsion and avoided commenting on potential candidates

Namibian cheetah Jwala gave birth to five cubs at Kuno National Park, Madhya Pradesh, raising India’s cheetah population to 53. This marks the 10th successful cheetah litter on Indian soil, highlighting the progress of Project Cheetah

The WB Police’s Special Task Force has arrested two Bangladeshi nationals accused of assassinating political activist Sharif Osman Hadi in Dhaka last December. The suspects, Rahul alias Faisal Karim Masud and Alamgir Hossain, travelled across the North-East and north Bengal using false identities.

In Ballia, a 38-year-old man, Shashi Singh, was arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting his 12-year-old nephew under the POCSO Act. The incident occurred on March 5 in Dokati area, and the case was filed following the boy’s father’s complaint

The CBI challenged the trial court’s discharge of Arvind Kejriwal, Manish Sisodia, and 21 others in the 2021-22 Delhi excise policy case, calling the order “perverse” and alleging it amounted to acquittal without trial in a major corruption scam

The Lok Sabha witnessed repeated adjournments on Monday as Opposition members disrupted proceedings demanding a full-fledged debate on the West Asia crisis. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar’s statement was drowned out by slogans.

Actor Mammootty faced widespread criticism after asking CPI(M) district secretary K Rafeek to step aside during a Wayanad landslide relief visit, sparking a social media storm. The actor clarified privately, but outrage and political backlash continue in Kerala