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TMC chief G K Vasan said the AIADMK-led NDA will “comfortably win” the April 23 TN Assembly polls. After meeting Edappadi K. Palaniswami, he claimed a positive wave for the alliance, expressing confidence in its prospects and calling the NDA a strong, winning coalition, boosted by widespread public support across key constituencies in the state.
The Lok Sabha passed the Transgender Rights Amendment Bill 2026, strengthening legal protections for transgender persons in India. The bill revises identity certification, allowing individuals to apply to a district magistrate. Certificates will be issued based on recommendations of a designated medical board, aiming to streamline recognition.
Bollywood Star Ranveer Singh’s “Dhurandhar: The Revenge” earned about Rs 60 crore nett in Hindi on its first Monday, matching big openers like Jawan and Pathaan. With strong Telugu numbers, the film grossed nearly Rs 100 crore globally in a day, pushing worldwide collections past Rs 860 crore, racing toward the Rs 1000 crore mark.
Harish Rana, India’s first court-approved passive euthanasia patient, died at AIIMS Delhi. The 31-year-old had been in a vegetative state since 2013 after a fall. The Supreme Court allowed withdrawal of life support. Doctors followed strict protocols, marking a milestone in India’s approach to end-of-life care, dignity, and medical ethics.
An RTI filing has revealed official fuel‑efficiency figures for the new Tata Sierra SUV, showing much lower numbers than the 29.9 kmpl achieved on the NATRAX test track. The real ARAI ratings indicate more typical mileage figures rather than record‑setting efficiency, reshaping expectations for daily use compared with earlier laboratory or controlled‑track claims.
BJP has begun preparations for Uttarakhand’s elections, highlighting achievements like development schemes. Congress, meanwhile, is targeting the government over jobs, health, and governance failures. Both parties are ramping up outreach through rallies and grassroots campaigns, aiming to influence voters as the state prepares for a close battle.
LoP Rahul Gandhi criticized PM Narendra Modi, calling his handling of the West Asia war a “structural blunder” and alleging US influence. Amid the crisis, an all-party meeting is scheduled in Parliament, chaired by Rajnath Singh, but Rahul will skip it due to prior commitments in Kerala, drawing further attention to opposition tensions.
“Rowdy Boys” fame Ashish stars in “Dethadi,” directed by debutant Aditya Rao Gangasani and produced by Dil Raju and Shirish under Sri Venkateswara Creations. Playing Ghannu Bhai, a dhol player central to Hyderabad’s festivals, Ashish impresses in Hyderabadi slang. Music is by Junaid Kumar, with screenplay and dialogues by Prasanna Kumar Bezawada.
A paralysed British Army veteran says he has spent 100 days using Neuralink’s N1 brain‑computer implant to control a computer and even play games using only his thoughts. The device, developed by Elon Musk’s neurotech company, has significantly improved his digital interaction and independence, highlighting the promising advances of mind‑controlled technology.
India is considering reducing the social media content takedown window from 2-3 hours to just one hour. The proposal, still in early stages, depends on platforms’ compliance with current IT Rules 2021. Faster removal aims to curb unlawful content, though tech firms warn it may challenge accuracy and fairness in enforcement.
Cricket Ireland will let national players opt out of the upcoming five‑match ODI series against Afghanistan in August due to “moral discomfort” over the Taliban’s ban on women’s participation in sports. While the series will proceed at home, officials say they respect individual players’ choices amid ethical concerns.
Meta Platforms has hired the founders and team of AI startup Dreamer, focusing on autonomous AI agents. Dreamer remains a separate entity, granting Meta a non-exclusive license. Co-founders David Singleton and Hugo Barra join Superintelligence Labs under Chief AI Officer Alexandr Wang, aiming to empower users with AI tools for automation and software creation.
Gold and silver lost about $2 trillion in market value despite ongoing Iran‑Israel conflict, unsettling traders because precious metals usually rally during geopolitical turmoil. Rather than safety demand, rising bond yields, a stronger US dollar, and repricing of what “safe assets” mean led investors to sell metals.
Aamir Khan’s “Sitaare Zameen Par,” initially released for YouTube rentals, will stream on Sony LIV from April 3, 2026, coinciding with Good Friday. Aamir Khan had earlier said the film would skip conventional OTT platforms. The announcement sparked online buzz, surprising audiences as it contrasts Khan’s original YouTube-exclusive plan.
US‑based entrepreneur Kal Somani leads the consortium that purchased the Rajasthan Royals franchise in a record $1.63 billion deal, making it the most expensive in IPL history. Somani, known for his tech and business ventures, joins global investors in acquiring the team, with ownership set to take effect after the 2026 season.