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Anti-Conversion Bill: Marriage Freedom vs Hindutva Politics
A new anti-conversion bill in Maharashtra has ignited controversy, with critics arguing it infringes on personal freedoms and politicizes marriage decisions under Hindutva ideology. The legislation raises questions about state intervention in private life
Ramesh Compares Hormuz Crisis to Suez, Highlights Menon's Role
Congress leader Jairam Ramesh draws parallels between the Strait of Hormuz crisis and the 1956 Suez Canal crisis, recalling VK Krishna Menon's central diplomatic role and UN peacekeeping efforts.
CPM, APHLC Announce Candidates for Assam Assembly Polls
CPM and APHLC, allies of Congress, have announced two candidates each for the upcoming Assam assembly elections, focusing on seats in lower Assam and hill districts.
Kabir Award Winner Yeasin Pathan Threatens Election Boycott
Yeasin Pathan, a septuagenarian honored for temple preservation, may boycott the vote after his children's names were left off the voter list despite documentation.
India Denies Iran Tanker Swap Deal, Ensures Ship Safety
India dismisses reports of a tanker swap agreement with Iran as baseless, emphasizing individual ship management and seafarer safety amid Strait of Hormuz tensions.
NICE Not Responding to Govt, Says Minister Jarkiholi
Karnataka's Public Works Minister Satish Jarkiholi has raised concerns over NICE's failure to respond to state government communications, highlighting ongoing issues in infrastructure management.
Trump's Iran Victory Claim Sparks Global Crisis Over Hormuz
Donald Trump declares victory over Iran but urgently requests international military support, creating a geopolitical contradiction. The Strait of Hormuz, handling 20% of global energy, faces escalating tensions that threaten oil prices and economies worl
Four Dead in Charred Car in Tirunelveli Forest, Probe On
Four individuals were discovered deceased inside a burnt vehicle on a forest road near Thisayanvilai in Tirunelveli. Police and forensic teams are investigating the incident as details emerge.
Delhi: Friend Films Man's Accidental Self-Shooting
A shocking incident in Delhi where a man accidentally shot himself while loading a pistol, with his friend filming the entire episode. Police investigation underway.
Mamata Questions EC's Sudden Transfers in West Bengal
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee has written to the CEC, expressing deep concern over the Election Commission's sweeping transfers of senior bureaucrats and police officials just after election notifications were issued.
7 Foreign Nationals Remanded in NIA Custody Over Insurgent Links
A special NIA court in New Delhi has remanded seven foreign nationals, including six Ukrainians and one US citizen, to 11 days of custody for alleged terror-related activities involving training in Myanmar and drone imports from Europe.
Delhi Man's Suicide Recorded on Friend's Video; Police Probe
A man in east Delhi shot himself in the chest while his friend recorded a video, unaware of his intentions. Police have seized the footage and licensed pistol, registering a case under BNS and Arms Act.
Congress Struggles to Finalize Kerala Election Candidates
The Congress party faces delays in announcing its candidate list for Kerala assembly elections, with internal lobbying and disagreements causing uncertainty despite earlier promises of swift action.
Delhi Approves Free Bus Travel for Transgender Persons
The Delhi government has approved a policy allowing free bus travel for transgender persons on DTC and cluster buses, aiming to enhance mobility and social inclusion.
Cobra Trapped in Blade Rescued in Karnataka After 2 Hours
A venomous cobra was rescued after a two-hour effort in Karnataka's Bantwal taluk, where it was found entangled in a brush cutter blade, highlighting wildlife conservation efforts.
BJP Announces Four Christian Candidates for Kerala 2026 Polls
The BJP has announced four Christian candidates in its first list for the 2026 Kerala Assembly elections, signaling a strategic push to expand its base in the southern state.
Trump Seeks Coalition to Reopen Strait of Hormuz
US President Donald Trump calls on allies to help secure the Strait of Hormuz as Iran's blockade persists. Experts warn of challenges despite potential coalition efforts.
Taiwan Detects Chinese Military Activity: 2 Aircraft, 8 Vessels
Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence reported detecting 2 PLA aircraft, 8 PLAN vessels, and 1 official ship operating near its territory on Tuesday, with two sorties entering Taiwan's southwestern ADIZ.
Delhi Man Shoots Self in Chest as Cousin Records Video
A shocking incident in Delhi where a man accidentally shot himself in the chest while his cousin recorded a video. The victim is in critical condition, and police are investigating the case.
India Rejects USCIRF Report as 'Biased' on Religious Freedom
MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal criticizes the USCIRF's 2026 report as distorted and selective, urging the commission to examine incidents in the US like Hindu temple vandalism.
Bhojshala Mosque Dispute: Descendant Files Intervention in Court
Qazi Moinuddin, claiming direct descent from Kamal Maulana Chishti, has filed an intervention application in the Bhojshala-Kamal Maula Mosque dispute before the MP High Court's Indore bench.
Raghav Chadha Pushes Tax, Banking Reforms in Budget Debate
AAP MP Raghav Chadha proposed optional joint tax filing for couples, tax exemption for disability pensions, and abolition of minimum balance penalties in Rajya Sabha.
India Slams Pakistan at UN for Ahmadiyya Persecution, Afghan Bombings
India criticizes Pakistan at the UN for persecuting Ahmadiyyas and conducting air strikes in Afghanistan, warning against weaponizing religious identity for political ends.
Parliament Resumes: LPG Crisis, CEC Motion, Suspension Revocation
Parliament reconvenes today with focus on LPG shortage and West Asia conflict. Opposition MPs seek CEC removal motion, while suspensions of eight MPs may be revoked as per Speaker's meeting.
Pune Police Hunt 150 Accused in Askarwadi Assault
Police in Pune are searching for nearly 150 individuals accused of violently assaulting 14 men during a Ramzan Iftar gathering at Askarwadi near Bopdev Ghat on March 13.
Lucknow Police Busts Dating App Blackmail Gang Targeting Men
Aliganj police arrested four members and detained a minor for allegedly luring men via a gay dating app, filming them secretly, and blackmailing them for money through QR-code payments. The pan-India gang operated in multiple states.
Salman Khan's Petition on Misleading Ads Dismissed by Rajasthan Commission
The Rajasthan State Consumer Commission dismissed revision petitions from Bollywood actor Salman Khan and Rajshree Pan Masala regarding misleading advertisement allegations, upholding district commission orders.
Russia Urges End to Middle East Hostilities, Condemns US-Israel
Russia's Foreign Ministry condemns US-Israel actions in the Middle East, calling for an immediate end to hostilities and warning of severe humanitarian and economic consequences.
AAP MLA's Husband Gets 2-Year Jail in Cheque Bounce Case
A Dera Bassi court sentenced Shahbaz Singh Sohi, husband of Kharar AAP MLA Anmol Gagan Maan, to two years in jail and a fine in a 2018 cheque bounce case. He and two others were later granted bail.
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