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Eight devotees, mostly women, were killed and eight injured in a stampede at the Sheetla Mata temple in Bihar’s Nalanda district on Tuesday. Authorities have ordered an inquiry, while the Prime Minister and Chief Minister announced ex gratia for victims’ families

In Fazilka, police arrested former Army officer Sandeep Tomar, absconding after wife’s murder conviction, by tracing an LPG booking linked to his bank account. He was caught in Madhya Pradesh and sent to judicial custody

In Mumbai, police registered a case against a transperson’s brother for allegedly circulating an AI-doctored video of minister Narhari Zirwal. The accused reportedly attempted blackmail, prompting an investigation under IT and criminal laws

Surya Kant stressed expanding paralegal volunteers within Army units to improve legal aid access for soldiers, highlighting constitutional rights and technology use. He underscored initiatives supporting armed forces families and justice delivery in remote areas like Ladakh

Political row erupts in Kerala over Social Democratic Party of India support, with Communist Party of India (Marxist) saying it won’t refuse votes, while Indian National Congress alleges a tacit deal ahead of Assembly polls

In Sidhauna village near Dudhwa National Park, a leopard suspected of killing seven-year-old Simran was captured after a three-day operation. Officials used bait, night-vision, and drones to trap the animal, which is now under veterinary examination before authorities decide its release

Fresh snowfall in Kashmir’s higher reaches, including Gulmarg and Pahalgam, has closed the Srinagar-Leh highway and Bandipora-Gurez road, while rains lashed the valley plains. Meteorological officials forecast intermittent snow/rain and gusty winds through early April, advising farmers to halt operations

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