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Supreme Court of India appointed former judge Hrishikesh Roy as ombudsman of the Bihar Cricket Association after Justice Abhay S Oka declined the role. The court continues monitoring governance issues and will hear related reports and matters in May
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India Meteorological Department issued heatwave advisories as temperatures touched 44.5°C, urging precautions like hydration and avoiding sun exposure. It warned of worsening heat conditions across multiple regions, stressing protection for vulnerable groups and preventive action against heat-related illnesses
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Supreme Court of India directed states and UTs to draft practical ICU implementation plans based on standard guidelines, prioritising essential resources, training, and compliance. It also asked nursing and paramedical bodies to enhance training, with a final blueprint due within three weeks
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Ranveer Singh sought to quash an FIR over alleged insult to ‘Chavunda Daiva’ as the Karnataka High Court questioned ambiguity in his apology affidavit. The court indicated it may admonish him while deciding the matter amid objections
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Election Commission of India appointed 11 additional police observers for West Bengal’s second-phase polls to strengthen security, prevent violence, and monitor sensitive areas. Five officers were suspended for dereliction of duty, with a senior official warned over supervision lapses
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Manoj Mukund Naravane asserted the Indian Army remains apolitical, stressing that following civilian leadership reflects discipline, not politicisation. He warned against dragging the military into politics, saying neutrality is key to India’s stability and progress
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Himanta Biswa Sarma said West Bengal polls carry national significance, alleging cross-border infiltration impacting multiple states. He claimed demographic shifts and security risks, criticised TMC over border fencing, and projected strong BJP gains in both Assam and West Bengal elections
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CDS Anil Chauhan held key talks with US and UK military leaders, strengthening strategic alignment on Indo-Pacific security, technology cooperation, and global challenges, while signalling plans to expand bilateral and tri-service defence engagements and operational coordination
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CJI Surya Kant stressed the vital role of retired judges, comparing them to stepwells preserving wisdom during crises. He urged structured engagement in mediation, education, and mentoring, warning that neglecting their experience wastes a valuable national resource
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The Indian Navy’s sail training ship INS Sudarshini reached Las Palmas, marking its first Canary Islands visit, as part of Lokayan 26 deployment, boosting maritime ties and preparing for a trans-Atlantic voyage to US events
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Police told a court that four accused in a case at Tata Consultancy Services’ Nashik unit allegedly forced a colleague into religious acts and harassment, as a wider probe into multiple complaints of coercion and misconduct continues
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At least three people were killed in fresh clashes between Kuki and Naga armed groups in Manipur’s Ukhrul district, with both sides trading blame, houses burnt, and tensions escalating amid a continuing cycle of ethnic violence and retaliation
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India said the Iran situation remains serious, with the Ministry of External Affairs confirming over 2,400 evacuations, while embassy staff in Tehran continue assisting nationals amid a fragile ceasefire extended by Donald Trump
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The Enforcement Directorate conducted multi-state searches over alleged misuse of foreign debit cards linked to “The Timothy Initiative,” involving large cash withdrawals in India, suspected FCRA violations, and possible routing of funds through a coordinated cross-border network
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Noida International Airport appointed CFO Nitu Sarma as interim CEO after BCAS rules required an Indian national for the role, while outgoing CEO Christoph Schnellmann moves to the Board as Executive Vice Chairman following the airport’s recent inauguration
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Six people were injured in an exchange of fire between armed groups near Sinakethei and Mullam villages in Manipur’s Ukhrul district, amid ongoing ethnic tensions, while internally displaced persons in Churachandpur staged protests demanding equal relief and government support
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An Indian seafarer aboard the Iranian-held vessel Epaminondas is safe, officials confirmed, amid escalating Strait of Hormuz tensions involving ship seizures by Iran, with multiple Indian crew members across vessels being monitored by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways
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The White House said Donald Trump extended a Jones Act waiver by 90 days, easing shipping rules for foreign vessels transporting oil and gas amid post-Iran conflict disruptions, aiming to stabilize supply and energy prices
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The Ministry of Civil Aviation released DGCA FTO rankings showing improved pilot training standards, with Avyanna Aviation Pvt Ltd topping Category A, as India pushes transparency, safety, and expansion in aviation training under a national growth roadmap
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Arvind Kejriwal accused the Bharatiya Janata Party of betraying Punjab after reports that several Aam Aadmi Party Rajya Sabha MPs quit, with claims that most defectors would join BJP, intensifying political tensions
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Mamata Banerjee warned against “divisive forces” in the ongoing West Bengal polls, accusing opponents of trying to weaken the state from Delhi, and urged voters to defend identity, development, and democratic rights through their mandate
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The Supreme Court of India allowed the National Investigation Agency to file a charge sheet in the Malda judicial officers’ confinement case, while overseeing security concerns linked to West Bengal’s electoral roll revision process and ongoing investigation
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The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment will launch NMBA App 2.0 under the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan to enhance real-time monitoring, citizen engagement, and coordination for drug demand reduction across India through expanded digital tools and transparency features
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Several Rajya Sabha MPs reportedly quit the Aam Aadmi Party, with leaders like Raghav Chadha and others claiming a large faction may join the Bharatiya Janata Party, signalling major political churn within AAP’s parliamentary ranks
