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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.

Sixteen families narrowly escaped after a fire caused by a suspected short circuit engulfed a residential complex in Sangareddy, with an alert resident helping evacuate occupants before firefighters contained the blaze.

An Indian worker was killed in an Iranian strike on a Kuwait facility, raising the death toll of Indian nationals in the West Asia conflict to eight, amid escalating regional tensions and continued attacks on critical infrastructure

Alex Fitzpatrick clinched his maiden Indian Open title in Gurugram, defeating Eugenio Chacarra by two shots. Recovering from early setbacks, he delivered a strong finish, while Indian golfers Manoj S and Om Prakash Chouhan emerged as best domestic performers

Pramod Bhagat led India’s strong performance at the Spanish Para Badminton International 2026, winning one gold and two silver medals. Indian shuttlers secured multiple podium finishes, highlighting the country’s depth and dominance in para badminton

Sanju Samson faces his former team Rajasthan Royals in an emotional IPL clash as Chennai Super Kings take on RR in Guwahati. Ravindra Jadeja also meets his old side, adding intrigue to the match between two teams rebuilding

Mumbai Indians chased down 221 to defeat Kolkata Knight Riders, powered by half-centuries from Rohit Sharma and Ryan Rickelton. Earlier, Ajinkya Rahane and Angkrish Raghuvanshi helped KKR post 220, but MI completed a strong run chase

Amid Myanmar’s ongoing challenges, India must manage immediate concerns while advancing its long-term strategy to counter China’s influence in Southeast Asia

Armed with a strong mandate, Rahman signalled a willingness to bury the hatchet and make a fresh beginning by pursuing a forward-looking relationship with New Delhi

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann criticised the Centre in Meerut, saying India has become a "vishwachela" instead of a "vishwaguru". He highlighted farmers’ struggles with electricity supply and mocked Prime Minister Modi’s speeches for lacking tangible results.

Student activist Sharjeel Imam will surrender before Tihar Jail authorities on Monday after the expiry of his 10-day interim bail granted for family reasons. The bail, approved by the Karkardooma Court, came with strict conditions including restrictions on media interaction and social media use.