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The Delhi Police will reserve 20% of constable posts for former Agniveers under the Agnipath Scheme. The Ministry of Home Affairs announced age relaxations and test exemptions to support their transition into law enforcement roles

The Yamunotri Temple Committee announced open entry for all devotees at Yamunotri Dham regardless of religion or caste. The decision comes ahead of the Char Dham Yatra beginning April 19

An Assam Rifles personnel was injured after suspected NSCN-K-YA militants opened fire during border fencing near Pangsau Pass. Forces retaliated, and search operations were launched to trace the attackers

Rajasthan Police arrested Akashdeep, accused of spying for Pakistan-based terrorist Shahzad Bhatti, after conducting reconnaissance across multiple states and sharing sensitive videos. Authorities said the network posed serious threats to national security, with further investigations underway 

KC Venugopal accused Pinarayi Vijayan of targeting Rahul Gandhi while avoiding criticism of Narendra Modi. He asserted UDF unity and confidence in electoral victory in Wayanad

Kerala police registered a case against X Corp and a user for circulating an AI-generated video allegedly defaming the PM and Election Commission of India. Investigation is ongoing under cybercrime and IT laws

The Intelligence Bureau has warned of a charity scam exploiting the Iran war, targeting mainly the Shia community in Jammu and Kashmir. Fake fundraisers have collected crores, possibly financing personal gains and anti-national activities

A gunfight between Indian Army forces and suspected militants broke out in Bishnupur district after insurgents opened fire on a post. Security forces retaliated, and a joint search operation was launched, with authorities monitoring the situation and urging calm among civilians

The Allahabad High Court ruled that a husband cannot evade maintenance payments to his wife and child even after serving a jail term for non-payment. The court directed recovery of arrears with interest, stating imprisonment does not erase legal liability

A seven-year-old girl was killed after a leopard attacked her at a farmhouse in Sidhauna village near Dudhwa National Park in Uttar Pradesh. Villagers chased the animal, which dropped the child before fleeing into nearby sugarcane fields

Harish Rana, India’s first approved passive euthanasia case, was cremated in New Delhi after 13 years in a vegetative state. The Supreme Court of India had permitted withdrawal of life support under legal guidelines

Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra, an absconding AAP legislator accused in a rape case, was arrested by Punjab Police after months on the run. His arrest follows another case against former minister Laljit Bhullar earlier this week

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

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

Seat-sharing talks in the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam-led alliance hit a deadlock as Communist Party of India-Marxist insisted on six seats for the 2026 polls. M K Stalin urged reconsideration amid pressure from new allies

A 54-year-old woman was arrested by Delhi Police for allegedly killing her two daughters in Malviya Nagar before attempting suicide. The case, initially suspected as murder-suicide, is under investigation following her medical and psychiatric evaluation

A woman died and six others were injured after a ropeway trolley crashed at Khallari Mata Temple in Mahasamund. The accident occurred when the cable snapped during Navratri, prompting an investigation ordered by Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai

Two US tourists were booked for illegally flying a drone near Coast Guard Headquarters in Fort Kochi, a restricted zone. Police seized equipment and released them on notice under laws governing drone use and aviation safety violations

Militants of ULFA(I) attacked an Assam Police commando camp in Tinsukia, injuring four personnel. The pre-election strike involved RPG shells, with attackers fleeing towards Arunachal Pradesh after a brief gunfight

In Shivamogga, 27-year-old veterinarian Dr Sameeksha Reddy died after a hippopotamus attacked her at Tyavarekoppa Safari. Karnataka Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre ordered a high-level probe and strict enforcement of wildlife handling protocols, with compensation for the family

In Kumram Bheem Asifabad, three persons were detained for allegedly trafficking two tribal women by luring them with marriage promises and selling them in Madhya Pradesh. Police investigation continues, highlighting recurring human trafficking cases targeting vulnerable communities in the region

President Droupadi Murmu visited Mathura and Vrindavan, offering prayers at प्रमुख temples, meeting saints, and attending rituals. She will inaugurate a hospital oncology block and continue spiritual engagements, including Govardhan Parikrama, during her three-day Uttar Pradesh visit

In Assam, Congress and Raijor Dal sealed a seat-sharing pact allocating 11 constituencies to the regional party ahead of Assembly polls. The move aims to unite opposition forces, strengthen anti-BJP strategy, and reshape electoral dynamics across key constituencies