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The Gujarat High Court disqualified ex-cricketer Kiran More and three others from Baroda Cricket Association elections, citing nine-year tenure limits and mandatory cooling-off periods. The court set aside the election officer’s acceptance of their nominations, allowed the election to proceed, and granted the respondents two weeks to appeal the order.
Five students at a school in Jagtial, Telangana were temporarily suspended and barred from entry for wearing a Hanuman mala, sparking protests and tension outside the school. Police intervened, and the district education officer later reviewed the case, finding no dress‑code violation. The suspensions were revoked after the school received a show‑cause notice.
The Rajya Sabha bid farewell to former CJI Ranjan Gogoi, who retired after a six-year term. Chairman C.P. Radhakrishnan praised Gogoi’s legal acumen, insightful interventions, and commitment to public interest. Nominated to the Upper House in 2020, Gogoi was wished continued service to the nation with the same dedication, integrity, and spirit.
Thousands joined an NSF rally in Kohima opposing the Centre’s directive mandating ‘Vande Mataram’ at official functions and schools. Protesters cited threats to secularism, religious freedom, and Naga cultural identity, submitting a memorandum to President Murmu. Leaders urged withdrawal of the order and dialogue with Naga representatives before enforcement.
Israel claimed its air force destroyed ex-Iran leader Ali Khamenei’s plane at Tehran’s Mehrabad Airport, calling it a major blow to Iran’s regional coordination. The aircraft, used by Khamenei and senior officials for military procurement and liaising with allied “axis” countries, reportedly weakens Iran’s leadership, military power, and operational capabilit...
The Karnataka government has approved KSCA and RCB to host 2026 IPL matches at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, ending months of uncertainty after RCB’s maiden title stampede. The 19th IPL starts March 28 with RCB vs Sunrisers Hyderabad. Five RCB home matches will be in Bengaluru, two in Raipur, following Expert Committee safety and compliance clearance.
The Rajya Sabha will not hold sittings on March 19-20 due to festivals such as Navaratri, Gudipadwa, and Ramadan, Chairman C. P. Radhakrishnan informed members. The government accepted the members’ request, cancelling those sessions. To compensate for lost time, the Council will instead meet on the weekend, Saturday and Sunday, March 28-29.
The Election Commission of India replaced key West Bengal police officials ahead of state elections. Acting DGP and Kolkata Police Commissioner Supratim were replaced by Siddh Nath Gupta and Ajay Kumar Nand. Additional top officers, including Vineet Kumar Goyal, were also shifted. These moves aim to ensure free and peaceful elections on April 23 and […]
CM Chandrababu Naidu unveiled a 58-foot bronze statue of Potti Sriramulu at Shakhamuru Park in Amaravati on his 125th birth anniversary. Revered as “Amarajeevi,” Sriramulu fasted 58 days demanding a state for Telugu speakers, leading to the formation of AP. The ₹150-crore memorial’s first phase is complete, with a museum and other facilities planned.
Andhra Pradesh Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan clarified reports claiming actor Vijay Thalapathy is joining the NDA with his mediation. He said he never suggested such a move. Ahead of the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, Pawan Kalyan confirmed that rumors about Vijay joining the NDA are completely false and have no basis in reality.
The Supreme Court today said it will hear next week a suo motu case concerning victims of “digital arrest,” an emerging cybercrime. In such scams, fraudsters pose as police officers, court officials, or government agency personnel through audio and video calls, intimidate victims, keep them virtually confined, and pressure them to transfer money.
Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla today unveiled the ‘Telangana Thalli’ statue at the state legislature premises. Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, Assembly Speaker Gaddam Prasad Kumar, and Council Chairman Gutha Sukhender Reddy attended. ‘Telangana Thalli’ symbolised the spirit that inspired leaders and people during the Telangana statehood movement.
The upcoming horror-comedy “Bhooth Bangla,” directed by Priyadarshan, is set for a theatrical release on April 10. Starring Akshay Kumar, the film has generated strong curiosity. Priyadarshan said it is a standalone story with a conclusive climax, ruling out franchise plans. Blending horror and comedy, the film promises an entertaining theatrical experience.
The ED raided 10 locations across West Bengal today in a probe into an alleged illegal call center under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act. Searches in Siliguri, Howrah, Bidhannagar, and Durgapur target suspected financial fraud. Separately, the agency told a Delhi court it has evidence to frame charges against Lalu Prasad Yadav in the […]
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta proposed merging Guru Teg Bahadur Hospital, Delhi State Cancer Institute, and Rajiv Gandhi Super Speciality Hospital into one AIIMS-style super hub. The move aims to increase beds, reduce waiting times, streamline tests, and provide modern, specialised treatment for millions in Delhi and nearby areas.