India

A 32-year-old woman working in a government department was allegedly raped by an unidentified man in Macherla, Andhra Pradesh. Police have launched a manhunt, detained suspects, and Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu has ordered immediate arrest and strict punishment

SAIL supplied around 4,000 tonnes of special-grade steel for INS Taragiri, the fourth Project 17A stealth frigate commissioned in Visakhapatnam. The warship highlights India’s push for defence indigenisation and strengthens maritime capabilities with advanced systems and high indigenous content

Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused Kerala’s LDF and UDF of having a tacit understanding while targeting the BJP. Addressing an NDA rally in Tiruvalla, he raised issues of governance, misinformation and pitched the BJP as a strong alternative

Rahul Gandhi targeted the LDF in Kerala’s Idukki, raising concerns over agrarian distress, land rights, unemployment and human-animal conflict. He also alleged a nexus between the LDF and BJP while highlighting healthcare gaps and unfulfilled promises

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis appealed for an unopposed Baramati bypoll following Ajit Pawar’s death, urging parties to back Sunetra Pawar. While NCP (SP) has opted out, Congress has indicated it may contest the election

A portion of Raj Kapoor’s ancestral Kapoor Haveli in Peshawar collapsed after heavy rains and tremors. The century-old heritage structure has long been in disrepair, raising concerns over its preservation and prompting calls for urgent restoration efforts

ISRO has launched Mission MITRA in Ladakh to study astronauts' physical and psychological performance in high-altitude conditions. The findings will support the Gaganyaan programme and future missions by analysing crew behaviour, stress response and operational efficiency

DMK MP P Wilson alleged that the FCRA Amendment Bill targets Christian institutions and was introduced during Easter to create fear. He criticised the Centre’s intent and said the DMK would oppose the legislation in Parliament

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the countdown for the LDF government's removal in Kerala has begun, asserting that the BJP-led NDA will come to power. He highlighted development, criticised corruption, and raised concerns over youth migration and infrastructure gaps

Nine members of a family, including six children, died after their car fell into an open well in Nashik district. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis ordered a safety audit of wells, while authorities announced compensation and initiated an inquiry

TVK chief Vijay criticised both ruling and opposition alliances in Puducherry, calling them ineffective. Positioning his party as an alternative, he promised full statehood, welfare schemes, and administrative reforms while urging voters to reject traditional political blocs

Mamata Banerjee alleged that real culprits behind the Malda violence escaped while probe agencies were targeting innocent locals. She also criticised electoral roll deletions, blamed Amit Shah, and urged people to seek legal remedies and remain vigilant during elections

Raghav Chadha rejected allegations by fellow AAP leaders, calling them a coordinated attempt to silence him in Parliament. He denied all charges, challenged critics to provide proof, and said the truth would emerge while defending his parliamentary record

TVK chief Vijay stepped up his campaign in Puducherry, criticising rival alliances and promising governance reforms. He highlighted statehood, job creation and welfare measures, urging voters to reject established fronts and give his party a chance in the upcoming Assembly polls

The government said 5 kg LPG cylinders can be purchased with a valid ID without address proof amid West Asia tensions. It assured there is no fuel shortage and outlined steps to maintain supply stability and prevent panic buying

Former diplomat K.P. Fabian said Iran is handling the West Asia conflict strategically and allowing selective ship movement through the Strait of Hormuz. He criticised US President Donald Trump’s statements, calling them unrealistic and inconsistent amid rising regional tensions

The NSE has revised the OTR framework for equity derivatives options, easing norms by widening the exemption range. The changes, aligned with SEBI guidelines, will take effect from April 6, while existing rules for futures and cash segments remain unchanged

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said India has handled recent global shocks with resilience despite conflicts and economic disruptions. Addressing IIM Raipur, he highlighted the need for strong domestic capabilities and noted shifting global power dynamics and rising competition

The Indore administration has temporarily suspended commercial LPG cylinder supply due to nationwide shortages caused by global tensions, prioritising domestic use. Emergency provisions have been introduced, while new connections and KYC processes are paused until supply conditions improve

India’s new labour codes allow certain fixed-term and contract employees to claim gratuity after one year of continuous service, instead of five years earlier. The rules, effective November 21, 2025, aim to expand post-employment benefits for formal sector workers.

India-flagged LPG tanker Green Sanvi safely crossed the Strait of Hormuz, becoming the seventh Indian vessel to transit the crucial maritime chokepoint amid the West Asia conflict. Two more tankers are expected soon as India works to secure energy supply routes.

Gold prices in India remain nearly 17 per cent below their record high despite rising geopolitical tensions linked to the Middle East conflict. Analysts attribute the muted rally to a stronger US dollar, rising crude prices and expectations of continued hawkish US interest rate policy.

Nine members of a family, including six children, died after their car fell into a well in Nashik district’s Dindori area while returning from a function. Police have launched an investigation into the accident.

Iran shot down two US military aircraft in a major escalation of the ongoing war, leaving one crew member missing. Intensified attacks across the Middle East and disruption in the Strait of Hormuz have heightened global economic and security concerns.