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Bihar CM Nitish Kumar is expected to resign as Chief Minister and from the Legislative Council on March 30 after winning the Rajya Sabha election on March 16. Constitutionally, he cannot hold two positions at once. With both Houses on recess until March 29, his resignation will likely be submitted when they reconvene.
A helicopter crashed on a remote beach on Hawaii’s Kauai island, injuring five people, authorities said. The aircraft, carrying a pilot and four passengers, went down at Kalalau Beach on the Na Pali Coast. The extent of injuries remains unclear. The scenic coastline is popular for helicopter tours and is otherwise accessible only by hiking […]
Chandigarh’s new excise policy for 2026-27 allows liquor sales at petrol pumps, malls, and department stores. Only businesses with an annual turnover above ₹3 crore can apply for these licenses. The government has also extended alcohol selling hours until midnight. These changes aim to boost revenue and provide more convenience for high-turnover retailers.
Chaitra Navami, celebrating the birth anniversary of Lord Rama, is being observed with great devotion across India. Temples are beautifully adorned with flowers and lights, while devotees offer sweets and fruits in reverence. The day holds deep spiritual significance, as it is believed that sincere prayers on this occasion invite positivity, and inner peace.
The Indian LPG tanker Jag Vasant arrived at Vadinar Port, Gujarat, carrying 16,000 tons of LPG after safely passing the Strait of Hormuz. Along with Pine Gas, these vessels help strengthen domestic gas supply. With 60 Indian seafarers onboard, the government continues to ensure safe transit of stranded tankers amid Middle East tensions.
Jammu and Kashmir CM Omar Abdullah thanked PM Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, and Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman for providing Rs 5,000 crore as additional central assistance. The CM said the funding will boost development, speed up infrastructure projects, and enhance public welfare across the Union Territory, the CMO tweeted.
Karnataka Minister Eshwar B Khandre clarified that legal heirs of wildlife attack victims are not eligible for government jobs. Families instead receive financial support: compensation increased from Rs 15 lakh to Rs 20 lakh from April 2025, along with a monthly pension of Rs 4,000 for five years to a dependent family member.
Jammu and Kashmir CM Omar Abdullah warned against panic buying, cautioning that petrol pumps could be closed if crowds persist. He reassured citizens that petrol, diesel, and LPG supplies are sufficient despite global energy disruptions. Abdullah urged people not to trust social media rumors and said he will join PM Modi’s meeting on the conflict.
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju said Rahul Gandhi’s interventions in Parliament are guided by activist advisors. Speaking at the Times Now Summit, he emphasized the need to follow rules, etiquette, and conventions in the House. While he met Rahul outside formally, Rijiju criticized his casual T-shirt attire, urging adherence to parliamentary norms.
Actor and BJP MP Kangana Ranaut, at the International Film Festival of Delhi 2026, praised “Dhurandhar 2” as part of a “New India” celebrating culture, patriotism, and modernity. Marking 20 years in cinema, she highlighted IFFD’s global platform, thanked PM Modi, and stressed the festival’s role in inspiring artists, particularly women.
The Gujarat government, led by CM Bhupendra Patel, has allocated Rs 60 crore to set up bio-CNG plants through cooperative milk societies. Around 10 plants will convert cow dung, agricultural residues, and food waste into compressed biogas for transport and industry, aiming to boost clean energy, strengthen the dairy sector, and support rural self-reliance.
The Bombay High Court directed Indian Railways to pay Rs 80,000 to a passenger who fell from a moving train near Jalgaon, rejecting claims of a self-inflicted injury. Justice Jitendra Jain noted the victim held a valid ticket and was unaware of the non-halt and urged Railways to improve announcements, safety, and passenger awareness measures.
TMC Rajya Sabha deputy leader Sagarika Ghose accused PM Modi’s government of ignoring India’s severe LPG shortage, calling it disconnected from reality. She alleged the center is shifting blame onto citizens, affecting eateries, small industries, workers and students, all struggling under the crisis while authorities fail to take action.
Kerala Police launched an investigation against social media platform X after an AI-generated video of PM Narendra Modi and constitutional bodies surfaced. The video, deemed misleading and defamatory, prompted complaints under the IT Act. Officials urged public caution and are curbing further circulation to protect free and fair elections.
The Chennai Corporation has collected ₹1,946 crore in property tax and ₹452 crore in professional tax since April 2025. Notices have been issued to around 200,000 defaulters. With over 1.35 million property owners paying, a 5% rebate is offered for timely payments. Citizens are urged to clear dues before the March 31 deadline.