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A study found that India and Nigeria accounted for nearly one-third of global under-five deaths in 2023. While child mortality has declined significantly since 1990, several countries are unlikely to meet UN targets by 2030

India’s Aditya advanced to the next round of the Asian Boxing Championships 2026 after securing a dominant 5-0 unanimous decision victory over Saudi Arabia’s Mousa Alhawsaw in the men’s 65kg category in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia.

The Indian cricket team will tour Zimbabwe for a three-match T20I series in July 2026, with all games scheduled at the Harare Sports Club. Zimbabwe will also travel to India in January 2027 for a three-match ODI series.

Droupadi Murmu approved the Transgender Persons Amendment Bill, 2026, introducing graded punishment for harm against transgender persons while excluding gays and lesbians. The move drew opposition criticism over identity rights and provisions requiring official certification of transgender status

India condemned attacks on United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon peacekeepers after a fatal strike in Lebanon. United Nations chief Antonio Guterres urged accountability and protection of personnel amid escalating regional hostilities

World Trade Organization members failed to extend the TRIPS moratorium on non-violation complaints at MC14, ending a safeguard in place since 1995. The lapse raises uncertainty, risking disputes over intellectual property policies, especially for developing nations like India

India has finalised 33 questions for Census 2027’s first phase, covering housing conditions, amenities, and household details. Officials said data collection will run April–September, with self-enumeration options introduced to improve efficiency while ensuring confidentiality of citizens’ information

From April 1, India will implement major financial and regulatory changes, including the new Income Tax Act 2025, labour law reforms, revised Indian Railways ticket cancellation rules, and updated LPG pricing. These measures aim to simplify taxes, boost employee benefits, and tighten regulations

The Centre said India’s petrol, diesel and LPG supplies remain fully secure, with about 60 days of stock available. It warned citizens against misinformation causing panic buying and highlighted increased domestic production, imports and expansion of PNG connections.

Nayara Energy raised petrol by Rs 5 per litre and diesel by Rs 3, becoming one of India’s first fuel retailers to pass on crude price hikes amid Middle East tensions. State-owned firms have kept prices unchanged since April 2022

India’s CO2 emissions rose just 0.7% in 2025, the slowest in over two decades, driven by falling power-sector emissions and reduced coal and oil consumption. Clean-energy growth, especially solar and wind, offset fossil-fuel use despite planned industrial expansions

Fuel panic is spreading across India after PM Modi’s warning. But is there really a shortage or lockdown coming? Here’s the truth behind rumours, hoarding, and what it means for you.

The Women’s Selection Committee has announced India’s squad for the five-match T20I series against South Africa starting April 17. Harmanpreet Kaur will lead the team, with Smriti Mandhana as vice-captain for the away tour.

India secured a gold medal in Clash Royale and a bronze in Dota 2 at the Global Esports Games in Mumbai. Anuhith Gosala defeated Kazakhstan’s Miras 3-2 in a thrilling final to clinch the championship.

India and Bhutan have announced a cross-border remittance initiative integrating the UPU PosTransfer system with India’s UPI through postal networks. The initiative aims to make money transfers faster, affordable and accessible while strengthening postal and technology cooperation.

A fierce price war has erupted among Indian pharmaceutical companies after the Semaglutide patent expiry, with generics priced up to 90 percent cheaper. The sharp price cuts could expand diabetes and obesity treatment access for millions of patients in India.

The Indian senior men’s cricket team will tour Ireland in June 2026 for a two-match T20 International series, the BCCI announced on Saturday. Both matches will be played in Belfast on June 26 and June 28.

India’s Under-20 women’s team has arrived in Thailand for the AFC Asian Cup, marking their return after 20 years. The Young Tigresses will undergo a 13-day preparation phase before opening their campaign against Japan on April 2.

Canada’s RCMP Chief Mike Duheme said there is currently no evidence of Indian-linked transnational repression in Canada. His remarks follow months of diplomatic tensions, with both countries now normalizing ties and advancing cooperation on uranium, minerals, and trade agreements

India’s U20 women’s team, led by Shubhangi Singh, is set to return to the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup after 20 years, aiming for a strong performance and knockout qualification following extensive international preparation and improved team cohesion.