India

World Trade Organization members failed to extend the TRIPS moratorium on non-violation complaints at MC14, ending a safeguard in place since 1995. The lapse raises uncertainty, risking disputes over intellectual property policies, especially for developing nations like India

India has finalised 33 questions for Census 2027’s first phase, covering housing conditions, amenities, and household details. Officials said data collection will run April–September, with self-enumeration options introduced to improve efficiency while ensuring confidentiality of citizens’ information

Home Minister Amit Shah attacked Maoist ideology in the Lok Sabha, calling violence unacceptable and comparing extremists to freedom fighters wrong. He stressed a twin strategy of security and development, paying tribute to victims and urging Maoists to lay down arms

The first phase of Census 2027 will begin in Delhi on April 16, covering house listing operations. The exercise will be fully digital, include self-enumeration, and collect detailed information on households, amenities, and assets across different civic jurisdictions

Speculation over Bihar’s next chief minister has intensified after Nitish Kumar resigned as MLC and signalled a move to the Rajya Sabha. NDA leaders are considering possible successors, with a decision likely after Kharmaas ends on April 14

Shares of Coal India’s subsidiary CMPDIL ended over 10 per cent lower on debut, closing below the issue price of Rs 172. The stock listed at a discount on both BSE and NSE after its recently subscribed Rs 1,842-crore IPO

The Census Commissioner assured that individual data collected during the upcoming Census will remain confidential and cannot be used for legal or scheme-related purposes. Self-enumeration and digital data collection will be introduced, with several datasets expected to be released by 2027

An Indian national was killed in Kuwait during Iranian strikes on a desalination plant, raising Indian fatalities in the West Asia conflict to eight. Authorities confirmed damage, while India coordinates repatriation and ensures safety of nationals

Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu said India has sufficient Aviation Turbine Fuel supply for the next 60 days despite global oil concerns. He also highlighted increased airline safety audits and confirmed compliance with DGCA inspection directives

The government said fertiliser stocks stand at 180 LMT, higher than last year, despite global supply challenges. Officials also confirmed adequate fuel inventories, while steps such as long-term import agreements and diversified sourcing are ensuring steady availability across sectors

The Indian rupee crossed the 95 per dollar mark for the first time, ending at a record low amid rising oil prices and global tensions. Weak equity markets and foreign fund outflows further weighed on the currency during the March quarter

Indian stock markets ended FY2026 on a weak note, with Sensex and Nifty falling sharply due to global tensions and inflation concerns. Financial stocks led the decline, while broader markets also slipped amid cautious investor sentiment and geopolitical uncertainty

NASA is set to launch the Artemis II mission, its first crewed flight under the Artemis programme, sending four astronauts on a 10-day journey around the Moon. The mission marks a major step towards future human exploration of deep space

An anaesthetist and his nurse wife died by suicide after killing their three-year-old daughter in Andhra Pradesh’s Narsaraopet. Police said the couple was depressed over the child’s condition. A case has been registered and further investigation is underway

Delhi Police Special Cell arrested Lashkar-e-Taiba handler Shabir Ahmed Lone in connection with the Metro poster case. Investigators said he was involved in reviving a terror module and had links with top LeT commanders and earlier networks

Aditya Dhar’s “Dhurandhar: The Revenge”, starring Ranveer Singh, has earned Rs 1365 crore globally within 11 days of release, including Rs 1,023 crore in India, with strong weekend collections boosting its overall box office performance significantly

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin filed his nomination from Kolathur constituency in Chennai and expressed confidence of securing a fourth consecutive victory. He also held a brief roadshow and released a book highlighting his achievements in the constituency

Rahul Gandhi alleged that Prime Minister Narendra Modi remained silent on the Sabarimala issue during his Kerala visit and claimed BJP and LDF were working together, while asserting that Congress faces a combined challenge from CPI(M) and BJP in the state

A timely rescue operation by Bandipora district administration, along with MED and BRO teams, ensured the safe evacuation of 22 stranded vehicles in Gurez Valley after heavy snowfall and landslides blocked the Bandipora-Gurez road amid adverse weather conditions

US President Donald Trump suggested the possibility of seizing Iran’s Kharg Island amid ongoing conflict. As tensions rise, global oil supplies face disruption, while diplomatic efforts involving China and Pakistan signal attempts to de-escalate the situation

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said banks cannot access or record locker contents as it violates rules. She ruled out differential insurance based on stored valuables, stating compensation remains fixed at 100 times the annual locker rent

Priyanka Gandhi criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for accusing Congress of making dangerous remarks on the Gulf crisis, saying politics should not be played over war. She questioned the government's plan to protect stranded Indians and called for a Parliament discussion.

An Indian worker was killed in an attack on a power and desalination facility in Kuwait, reportedly linked to the escalating West Asia conflict. The Indian Embassy expressed condolences and is coordinating with Kuwaiti authorities to provide support to those affected.

The Registrar General of India said preparations for Census-2027 are at an advanced stage, with the houselisting phase set to begin from April across several states including Telangana. The Census will be conducted in two phases with March 1, 2027 as the reference date.