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Income Tax changes from April 1, 2026 explained. Understand how PF, HRA, meal cards, allowances, and corporate loans impact your salary, tax savings, and take-home pay under new rules.

NASA has begun fuelling its Space Launch System rocket for Artemis II, marking the first human lunar mission in over 50 years. Four astronauts will travel beyond the moon, setting new distance records and advancing plans for future lunar exploration

Union Minister Raksha Khadse said the Khelo India Tribal Games 2026 is a major step towards tribal empowerment and grassroots talent identification. She highlighted women’s participation, traditional sports and India’s goal of becoming a top sporting nation

YSRCP chief YS Jagan Mohan Reddy criticised the Andhra Pradesh Assembly resolution on Amaravati, calling it a drama to hide corruption. He questioned the Centre’s role, defended his three capitals policy and alleged diversion from governance issues

Reports of large-scale layoffs at Oracle have left thousands of employees shocked, with termination emails sent early in the morning. The company is yet to confirm numbers, while affected workers share concerns over sudden job losses and uncertainty

The Reserve Bank of India announced that 98.45 per cent of Rs 2,000 banknotes withdrawn from circulation since May 2023 have been returned. Exchange facilities remain open at RBI offices and via India Post, while the notes continue to be recognised as legal tender.

A heated exchange in the Lok Sabha has triggered a political row after Bharat Adivasi Party MP Rajkumar Roat accused Union Home Minister Amit Shah of insulting the tribal community by labelling him a “Naxalite”.

Cooper Connolly reflected on his debut for Punjab Kings, where he scored an unbeaten half-century. He credited Ricky Ponting for keeping him calm and expressed his eagerness to learn from teammates like Shreyas Iyer during the tournament

The Delhi High Court issued notice to Arvind Kejriwal on an ED plea challenging his acquittal in summons-related cases linked to the excise policy probe. The matter is scheduled for hearing on April 29 amid ongoing parallel legal proceedings

The government said only commercial LPG prices have been increased due to a global surge caused by supply disruptions, while domestic LPG rates remain unchanged to protect households. Oil companies continue to face under-recoveries amid rising international fuel prices

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh alleged that the LDF betrayed Lord Ayyappa and claimed that God was not secure in Kerala. He also accused both LDF and UDF of corruption, division and failing to deliver on promises ahead of Assembly elections

AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi alleged that TMC and other parties failed to ensure development of Muslims in West Bengal despite receiving their votes for decades. He urged voters to elect leaders from the community ahead of the Assembly elections

Prime Minister Narendra Modi alleged that the Congress would introduce a law to protect infiltrators if voted to power in Assam. Addressing rallies, he criticised the party’s record and highlighted BJP’s development agenda ahead of the state elections

The Lok Sabha passed a Bill granting Amaravati legal status as the sole capital of Andhra Pradesh, with support from Congress and NDA. YSRCP opposed the move and staged a walkout, citing concerns over farmers, funding and implementation clarity

The CBI has registered a case against Reliance Communications Ltd, Anil Ambani, and others over allegations of causing Rs 3,750 crore loss to LIC through fraudulent debenture investments, based on findings from a forensic audit highlighting fund diversion and misutilisation

Rumours about Aditya Dhar’s 7.5-hour director’s cut of Dhurandhar have created buzz online, with reports hinting at a possible limited theatrical release. However, no official confirmation has been made, and sources suggest it could also be an April Fool's joke

The YSR Congress Party staged a walkout in the Lok Sabha opposing a Bill to grant Amaravati statutory status as Andhra Pradesh’s sole capital, citing concerns over farmers, funding, and land use, while the Centre and other parties backed the legislation

Digital payment services, including UPI, faced widespread disruption across India, affecting users in multiple cities. SBI cited extended maintenance as a cause, warning of service interruptions and advising customers to use alternative payment methods during the outage period

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin accused AIADMK leader Edappadi K Palaniswami of aligning with the BJP and risking the state’s autonomy. Campaigning in Tiruchy, he urged voters to support the DMK-led alliance for a decisive victory

Mahindra & Mahindra reported total auto sales of 99,969 vehicles in March 2026, up 21 per cent. Growth was driven by strong SUV and commercial vehicle demand, while the company also recorded all-time-high annual volumes across key segments

A security scare was triggered at Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport after a tissue paper with the word “Danger” was found inside an IndiGo aircraft lavatory. Bomb disposal teams inspected the plane, but authorities later declared the alert a false alarm.

The National Stock Exchange (NSE) has partnered with Indian Gas Exchange Ltd to launch natural gas futures based on the Gas IndeX of India (GIXI), providing transparent risk management and enhancing liquidity in India’s domestic gas market

Israel Weapons Industries, via joint venture PLR Systems, delivered 2,000 NEGEV 7.62x51 LMGs to India under the 'Make in India' initiative. Technology transfer supports domestic defence manufacturing and strengthens India-Israel defence cooperation

Dr Karan Singh spearheaded the 1972 transition designating the tiger as India’s national animal and chaired the Steering Committee that launched Project Tiger on April 1, 1973, boosting conservation efforts