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The AIFF Technical Committee recommended considering Indian coaches for the senior women’s national team and appointed Renjith TA as assistant coach for the senior men’s team. A study group will assess U23 player performance for potential senior-level promotion

Lucknow Super Giants head coach Justin Langer is confident ahead of IPL 2026, praising a strong auction, fit fast bowlers, and Rishabh Pant’s leadership. Langer highlighted mentorship, pre-season preparation, and the professional setup under Tom Moody and Bharat Arun

India’s badminton squad for the 2026 Thomas and Uber Cup Finals in Horsens, Denmark, has been announced. Lakshya Sen and PV Sindhu lead the men’s and women’s teams, with a mix of senior stars and promising youngsters included

Gujarat Titans head coach Ashish Nehra says the team will not change its approach for IPL 2026. Speaking at Shubharambh 2026, he emphasized trust in players, consistency, and the aim to compete and win, starting March 31 against Punjab Kings

David Payne replaces injured Jack Edwards in Sunrisers Hyderabad squad for IPL 2026. KKR roped in Saurabh Dubey as a replacement for Akash Deep, who is recovering from lumbar stress injury under BCCI Medical Team at COE Bengaluru

Saving the Musi cannot mean displacing communities; true development must respect the city’s identity, people, and inclusive progress

As oil routes tighten and LPG delays mount, the Iran conflict is turning distant geopolitics into an immediate threat to India’s household

Election Commission of India held a high-level meeting to boost coordination among poll-bound states, aiming to ensure free and fair elections. Officials focused on curbing illegal inducements, strengthening surveillance, and enhancing inter-state cooperation ahead of upcoming polls

Nitish Kumar was elected unopposed as National President of Janata Dal (United) for the fourth time. With no rival candidates, he will continue leading the party, aiming to ensure stability and organisational control ahead of upcoming political challenges

The Centre plans to cut broken rice allocation under PDS to boost ethanol production, freeing 90 lakh tonnes annually. Sanjeev Chopra said the move aims to strengthen supply chains, support blending targets and reduce crude import dependence

The Supreme Court ruled that individuals who convert to religions other than Hinduism, Sikhism or Buddhism cannot claim Scheduled Caste status or related benefits. The court upheld an Andhra Pradesh High Court decision quashing a pastor’s case filed under the SC/ST Act

Swiggy raised its platform fee by 17% to ₹17.58 per order after Zomato made a similar move. The hikes reflect rising operational costs and a broader industry trend to improve margins amid increasing expenses

A report by Emkay Global Financial Services forecasts recovery in Indian markets as oil pressures ease. The Nifty 50 may stabilise, with rupee strengthening and bond yields softening, though higher crude prices could impact growth, inflation and fiscal balance

Gold and silver prices dropped sharply in Mumbai as easing West Asia tensions reduced safe-haven demand after Donald Trump signalled a pause in strikes on Iran. Weak global trends and improving sentiment pressured precious metals markets

A balloon bearing Pakistan International Airlines logo was recovered in Sri Ganganagar, prompting an investigation. Authorities are probing its origin amid repeated sightings in border regions, with intelligence agencies examining possible security concerns and links to similar past incidents

Police in Vijayawada arrested three men for allegedly promoting extremist ideology online and having suspected terror links. The accused were part of a wider network targeting youth, with investigations ongoing to establish connections with terrorist organisations

The Indian government has intensified surveillance on unauthorised sale and promotion of GLP-1 receptor agonists, conducting nationwide inspections and issuing advisories. Authorities warned of strict action against violations, stressing patient safety amid rising misuse risks without proper medical supervision

Mumbai markets rebounded sharply as Sensex and Nifty surged in early trade, tracking global optimism after Donald Trump paused strikes on Iranian energy infrastructure. Easing oil prices and improved sentiment boosted equities, despite continued geopolitical uncertainty and recent foreign investor outflows 

Three passengers, including an elderly couple, were allegedly drugged by a suspected gang aboard the Saryu Express and hospitalised in Sultanpur, with one in critical condition as authorities investigate the incident.

After multiple bee attacks near Ajanta Caves, the forest department advised tourists to avoid perfumes and loud noise, identified honeycombs in the परिसर, and announced an awareness drive along with preventive measures in coordination with ASI.

The Telangana ACB has filed a charge sheet against BRS leader K.T. Rama Rao and four others over alleged ₹55 crore irregularities in the Formula E race. The probe focuses on unauthorized foreign currency transfers.

India’s LPG ecosystem reflects both vulnerability and resilience, shaped by import dependence, distributed infrastructure, and evolving consumption patterns that demand nuanced, data-driven energy policy responses

Delhi Capitals captain Axar Patel highlighted the importance of team energy, trust and clarity ahead of the IPL season. Head coach Hemang Badani and director Venugopal Rao also stressed continuity, evolving T20 strategies and focus on building future talent