India

Authorities and an NGO prevented over a dozen child marriages across Rajasthan on Akshaya Tritiya. Coordinated efforts with district officials helped stop several cases, while awareness measures were taken following High Court directives to curb the practice

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, speaking at the launch of the Somnath Swabhimaan Yatra in Lucknow, alleged that Jawaharlal Nehru opposed the reconstruction of the Somnath temple and discouraged President Rajendra Prasad from attending its consecration in 1951.

A 19-year-old from Bihar, Aditya Raj, paused his Class 12 board exams to donate part of his liver to save his grandmother Sunita Devi, who suffered from advanced liver disease. Doctors confirmed successful transplant and recovery for both at Max Hospital

An Indian tanker safely crossed the Strait of Hormuz, while two other vessels turned back after a firing incident. India raised concerns with Iran over maritime safety as disruptions continue amid tensions affecting global shipping routes

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung arrived in New Delhi for a three-day state visit to strengthen the India–South Korea Special Strategic Partnership. Talks ith PM Modi will focus on trade, AI, semiconductors, and emerging technologies.

On the eve of the Pahalgam terror attack anniversary, security has been intensified across Kashmir, particularly at tourist hotspots. The 2025 attack by Lashkar-e-Taiba claimed 26 lives, severely impacting tourism and livelihoods.

Pakistan has reportedly denied visas to 92 Indian Sikh devotees, sparking criticism over religious access to Gurdwara Panja Sahib. The move, reported in Khalsa Vox, has raised concerns about strained India–Pakistan religious pilgrimage arrangements and Sikh community sentiments

The BJP has criticised Priyanka Gandhi Vadra over her remarks on the defeat of the Women's Reservation Bill in the Lok Sabha. The Bill failed to secure a two-thirds majority, triggering a sharp political confrontation between the ruling NDA and Opposition parties

An explosion at the Vanaja Firecracker Factory in Tamil Nadu killed 18 workers and injured six others. The blast, likely caused by friction during production, destroyed parts of the unit and triggered a large-scale rescue operation

Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan is recovering steadily after undergoing a sinus procedure in Hyderabad. He thanked political leaders, ministers and actors for their wishes, while family members and colleagues expressed confidence in his quick recovery

Global technology companies have laid off over 73,000 employees in early 2026 as they cut costs and shift focus to artificial intelligence. Firms including Snap, Meta and Oracle are restructuring operations, with more job losses expected across white-collar roles

The government has initiated procurement of a compact UAV system for the IAF’s Garud Special Forces. The system will support high-altitude operations, enhance surveillance capabilities and promote indigenous defence manufacturing with a focus on improved range and endurance

The BJP criticised Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy for comparing Prime Minister Narendra Modi to a demon, calling it an insult to a constitutional post. The party accused the Congress of spreading hatred and targeting Modi deliberately

The West Bengal Assembly election narrative has shifted from corruption and governance to identity and citizenship after large-scale voter roll deletions. Political parties are now focusing on voter identity, making the polls a contest shaped by both numbers and emotions

The Supreme Court issued pan-India road safety guidelines, banning parking on highways and ordering strict enforcement measures. It directed authorities to remove illegal structures, improve monitoring and ensure safer roads, stressing that protecting human life is a constitutional obligation

A passenger bus fell 200 feet into a gorge near Pushkar Valley in Rajasthan’s Ajmer, killing two women and injuring 31 people. Rescue teams and locals carried out emergency operations as authorities investigate the cause and search for the driver

Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused the TMC of betraying women by opposing the women’s reservation bill and said they would be punished in the upcoming West Bengal Assembly polls. He also announced welfare promises and targeted the ruling party’s governance

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of misusing government machinery for political campaigns. She alleged violation of the Model Code of Conduct and questioned the delay in implementing the women's reservation bill

A goods train wagon derailed in Bokaro, Jharkhand, after colliding with a car at a level crossing near a DVC power plant. No injuries were reported, and officials are investigating the incident involving the rolling train and open gate situation

Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi will present his stand in the Allahabad High Court over allegations of dual British citizenship. The court is examining a petition seeking FIR registration, after earlier orders directed police inquiry into the complaint by a BJP worker

The All India Trinamool Congress denied reports that I-PAC halted operations in West Bengal, calling them baseless and alleging BJP-linked intimidation. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee accused central agencies of targeting the party’s campaign machinery ahead of polls

A sexual harassment and conversion case at Tata Consultancy Services in Nashik has triggered arrests and multiple FIRs. The family of accused employee Raza Rafiq Memon alleges internal rivalry and office politics behind what they claim are false allegations

Sadhvi Satish Sail of Goa won Femina Miss India World 2026 in Bhubaneswar and will represent India at Miss World. Femina Miss India 2026 crowned winners including Rajnandini Pawar and Sree Advaita G amid Odisha’s first-ever hosting of the event

Tamil Nadu CM M. K. Stalin released DMK’s ‘Chennai Super-6’ manifesto ahead of Assembly polls, promising improved urban infrastructure, AI-enabled transport, 1,000 mini-buses, stormwater upgrades, and initiatives in emerging tech and civic management