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The second US crew member shot down over Iran was rescued in a high-risk mission, President Donald Trump said, highlighting air dominance as tensions escalate following strikes, threats over Hormuz and continued military confrontation

A woman in Hyderabad alleged forced conversion, rape and blackmail by her husband and his family, accusing them of coercion, assault and extorting Rs 16.5 lakh. Police registered a case and launched an investigation into the allegations

Two persons were charred to death after a refrigerator explosion, suspected to be caused by a short circuit, triggered a fire at Mahalaxmiwada in Nirmal. Police launched a rescue operation and are investigating the incident

Delhi Police Special Cell detained Rizwan Ahmad from Kushinagar over suspected terror links, seizing electronic devices and incriminating material. Authorities are probing his past alleged connections with ISIS and monitoring contacts amid heightened vigilance

Raghav Chadha defended his record of raising Punjab issues in Parliament amid internal Aam Aadmi Party criticism, alleging a coordinated campaign against him and reaffirming his commitment to the state and its people

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other leaders extended Easter greetings, highlighting hope, renewal and unity. The occasion of Easter commemorates Jesus Christ’s resurrection, inspiring peace, compassion and togetherness across the country

A 22-year-old woman, Haniya Ayesha, died after a DCM van hit the bike she was riding pillion on in Madhapur. The accident injured her husband, with police registering a case and launching an investigation

Water pumping into Ranganayaka Sagar from Annapurna Sagar began to support yasangi crops after T Harish Rao’s request, with minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy directing officials, bringing relief to farmers ahead of harvesting season

A missing US service member downed in Iran after a fighter jet crash has been rescued, President Donald Trump said, noting the injured aviator survived in mountains as conflict escalates with continued strikes and civilian risks and global tensions rising

The UN praised Indian peacekeepers in South Sudan for reopening the flood-affected Malakal–Renk supply route, enhancing mobility and humanitarian aid. India contributes 1,779 personnel to UNMISS, supporting stability, local communities, and peacetime projects like medical and child protection camps

A six-year-old girl was allegedly killed by her father inside a train at Silanibari station in Assam’s Lakhimpur district. Railway police arrested the accused, and authorities took custody of the body; the motive for the crime remains unclear

Actor Ahaan Panday has begun shooting his next film with director Ali Abbas Zafar under Yash Raj Films. Plot and cast details remain under wraps, following Panday’s successful debut in 2025 with Mohit Suri’s “Saiyaara"

NCERT has been officially declared a deemed-to-be university, enabling it to award its own degrees. The status covers six constituent units, with mandates to start research, doctoral, and innovative programs while adhering to UGC norms and non-commercial guidelines

The Supreme Court asked the Centre whether military cadets medically discharged due to training-related disabilities can be granted ex-servicemen status, allowing job reservations. The court also urged exploring insurance, rehabilitation, and enhanced medical support for affected cadets from NDA and IMA

Bollywood actress Sonam Kapoor shared her first post with her newborn son, celebrating the arrival of her second baby boy on March 29, 2026. She expressed gratitude and joy as elder son Vayu welcomed his little brother

Myanmar’s parliament elected military chief Min Aung Hlaing as president, five years after his 2021 coup ousted Aung San Suu Kyi. The election, dominated by army-backed lawmakers, is seen as a move to maintain military control despite nominally restoring an elected government

Hindustan Petroleum (HPCL) suspended 10 LPG distributors for alleged malpractices, reaffirming its zero-tolerance policy. The move comes amid government efforts to curb misinformation, panic buying, and hoarding, ensuring transparency, accountability, and uninterrupted LPG supply to consumers across India

Iranian drone strikes targeting commercial data centres in the UAE and Bahrain mark a new phase in warfare, highlighting the strategic importance of cloud infrastructure. The attacks disrupted services and raised concerns over the vulnerability of AI-driven systems and global technology networks

Three men, including an elderly person, were killed in Jharkhand’s Ramgarh district after being trampled by wild elephants in two separate incidents. The attacks occurred in Gola police station area, and authorities have sent the bodies for post-mortem examination

The Reserve Bank of India approved Emirates NBD Bank’s plan to acquire up to 74% stake in RBL Bank, subject to regulatory clearances. The deal would make RBL a foreign-owned subsidiary, marking a significant development in India’s banking sector

Global crude oil prices surged after US President Donald Trump warned of potential strikes on Iran, heightening supply concerns. Ongoing West Asia conflict disrupted Strait of Hormuz flows, pressured markets, impacted currencies, and kept investors cautious despite slight declines in gold prices

Industrialist Gautam Adani met Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, backing the state’s ambitious economic roadmap. Adani praised plans to make UP a USD 1 trillion economy by 2030, reaffirming investments, and later offered prayers at Ayodhya’s Ram Temple

Tensions escalated in West Asia as Iran launched attacks on Israel and Gulf nations, while US strikes hit Iranian infrastructure. Disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz slashed oil traffic, raised global prices, and prompted international talks on restoring maritime security

Christians across the city observed Good Friday with special services, prayers, and passion plays. Major churches hosted multilingual gatherings and large congregations. The day commemorated Jesus Christ’s crucifixion, with rituals like the Way of the Cross and solemn masses marking the occasion