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Knesset passes law mandating death penalty for West Bank terror convicts

The bill says that people in the West Bank who kill an Israeli with the intent to negate the existence of the State of Israel will face the death penalty. Judges may impose life imprisonment only under vaguely defined special circumstances, while executions must take place within 90 days of sentencing

31 Mar 2026 9:26 am
France pushes for urgent UNSC session over attacks on UN peacekeepers

France on Monday (local time) called for an emergency meeting of the United Nations Security Council following a series of deadly incidents involving UN peacekeepers in southern Lebanon, which resulted in the death and injuries of several of its personnel

31 Mar 2026 9:22 am
Israel army suspends unit after misconduct with journalists during evacuation

The IDF stated that there were instances of inappropriate communication with members of the press, which were found to be in violation of existing procedures governing engagement with journalists in operational zones. These lapses, the inquiry noted, raised concerns about discipline and compliance within the unit involved

31 Mar 2026 9:18 am
Delhi Police arrest suspected LeT handler Shabir Ahmed Lone in Ghazipur

Following his arrest he was presented before a court in Delhi which sent him to five days of police custody

31 Mar 2026 9:12 am
Tamil Nadu Assembly polls 2026: CM Stalin files nomination from Kolathur

Stalin had successfully contested polls from Kolathur constituency in 2011, 2016 and 2021 Assembly elections

31 Mar 2026 9:09 am
Thieves steal Renoir, Cezanne, Matisse paintings from Italy museum

The heist took place on the night of March 22-23, with thieves forcing open the entrance door, police said.

31 Mar 2026 9:03 am
Give correct information to enumerators, data will remain private: Census chief

The Census will be conducted in Delhi from April 16 to May 15

31 Mar 2026 9:01 am
LimX Dynamics unveils humanoid robot Luna at Taobao Influencer Festival

Luna features upgrades to its mechanical configuration and joint system, allowing the humanoid robot to achieve 33 degrees of freedom

31 Mar 2026 8:59 am
Six rescued after fire breaks out in Delhis Mukherjee Nagar building

A call regarding the fire was received at 9.43 pm, following which multiple fire tenders were rushed to the spot, the official said

31 Mar 2026 8:52 am
Ancient dog remains rewrite timeline of canine evolution, study finds

The study into the birth of the canine proves that dogs not only broke away from their wolf ancestors earlier than researchers thought, but that the relationship between man and dog was intimate, from the get-go

31 Mar 2026 8:50 am
Matherans veterinarian issue must be addressed

Recently, a horse called Dayavaan had to be transported all the way to Pune for treatment

31 Mar 2026 8:25 am
It takes a village to build a library

Once a common presence in urban ecosystems, the library today stands at crossroads, as it faces an existential crisis in the digital age

31 Mar 2026 8:21 am
LPG crisis: 10 arrested in Hyderabad for black marketing LPG cylinders

Amid an LPG crisis, Hyderabad police arrested 10 persons for illegally selling commercial gas cylinders at inflated prices, seizing 414 cylinders and multiple vehicles in a major crackdown

30 Mar 2026 8:53 pm
Milind Deora supports PMs unity message amid political row

Shiv Sena MP Milind Deora supported PM Narendra Modis remarks, saying India has always turned crises into opportunities through unity, while urging the Opposition to adopt a constructive approach

30 Mar 2026 8:43 pm
HC: PMLA overrides debt recovery laws for attachment of proceeds of crime`

The court set aside previous orders of the PMLA Appellate Tribunal, which had favoured banks rights to recover debts from attached properties. The HC bench observed that debt recovery laws like SARFAESI and RDB would not render PMLA subservient to them due to the distinct objects and purposes of the two enactments

30 Mar 2026 7:16 pm
Deadly attack near Juba leaves over more than 70 dead amid mining dispute

More than 70 people were killed in an attack by unidentified gunmen at a gold mining site in Jebel Iraq, near Juba. Authorities in South Sudan said the violence stemmed from ongoing disputes over mining activities, with many others reported injured or missing

30 Mar 2026 7:09 pm
Spain closes airspace for US planes involved in Iran war

Spain has closed its airspace to US planes involved in the Iran conflict, Defence Minister Margarita Robles said. The move reflects the stance of Prime Minister Pedro Snchezs government, which has strongly criticised military actions linked to the war

30 Mar 2026 7:09 pm
Iran confirms death of Revolutionary Guards commander Alireza Tangsiri

In a statement carried by the Guards Sepah News website, Tangsiri was said to have succumbed to severe injuries sustained in last weeks attack. Irans supreme leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei expressed condolences in a message on Telegram

30 Mar 2026 5:55 pm
Tejashwi Yadav claims Nitish Kumar resigned as MLC under BJP pressure

Tejashwi Yadav alleged that Nitish Kumar resigned from his MLC post due to pressure from the Bharatiya Janata Party. The move follows Kumars election to the Rajya Sabha, as opposition leaders accused the ruling alliance of misleading the public

30 Mar 2026 5:02 pm
Fire seen near Israeli oil refinery after Iranian missile attack

A fire broke out at an oil refinery in Haifa following a suspected missile strike during the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran. The blaze, which sent thick smoke into the air, was quickly contained, though the exact cause remains unclear

30 Mar 2026 5:02 pm
Sikkim sets up round-the-clock LPG monitoring system over supply worries

Sikkim has set up 24x7 LPG control rooms across districts to ensure smooth distribution and prevent black marketing amid concerns linked to the Strait of Hormuz situation. Oil companies, including IOCL, HPCL and BPCL, will coordinate with the government

30 Mar 2026 5:02 pm
Israel Knesset passes Budget, giving Benjamin Netanyahu govt more time

Israels Knesset passed a key budget, allowing Benjamin Netanyahus government to avoid early elections and continue its term. The move drew criticism from opposition leaders like Yair Lapid, who slammed the allocation priorities amid ongoing conflicts and rising costs

30 Mar 2026 5:01 pm
PM Modi says infiltration in Assam is a national security issue, not just polls

PM Modi said that the state saw a long span of instability but things changed over the past decade as the party`s double-engine government made every effort to ensure peace

30 Mar 2026 4:59 pm
Fears of US ground assault drive oil spike amid IranIsrael escalation

Iran carried out new strikes targeting a water desalination plant in Kuwait, following attacks over the weekend on its own electrical infrastructure that caused power outages in parts of Tehran. Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia stated it had intercepted five ballistic missiles

30 Mar 2026 4:27 pm
Donald Trump allows Russian oil tanker to aid Cuba despite ongoing US blockade

US President Donald Trump indicated that humanitarian needs in Cuba outweigh concerns over the origin of the shipment, including if it comes from Russia

30 Mar 2026 3:40 pm
Indias energy supply sees strong growth, renewable potential crosses 47L MW

Indias total primary energy supply grew 2.95 per cent, driven by coal and a huge rise in renewable energy potential, especially solar. Per-capita energy use and electricity generation from renewable sources also increased, while credit flow to the energy sector grew six-fold over four years

30 Mar 2026 3:26 pm
Banks cannot inspect locker contents, says Finance Minister in Lok Sabha

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman clarified in the Lok Sabha that banks cannot see or record the contents of customer lockers, making it impossible to provide differential insurance based on actual valuables

30 Mar 2026 3:18 pm
Teen kills father with stone in Maharashtra`s Beed, on the run: Cops

The accused, Kiran Mule, absconded after the attack, which occurred in Kada town in Ashti tehsil on Sunday night. Police teams have been formed to track him down, an official added

30 Mar 2026 3:15 pm
UP: Man held after attempting to open aircraft door mid-air

Airline officials stated that shortly after the flight took off, the passenger attempted to open the aircraft door. Cabin crew members quickly intervened, pacified him, and ensured he returned to his seat

30 Mar 2026 3:02 pm
Kiren Rijiju accuses Trinamool Congress of undermining elections in West Bengal

Kiren Rijiju alleged that the Trinamool Congress is attempting to manipulate elections in West Bengal, raising concerns with the Election Commission of India. He accused Mamata Banerjee of fostering fear and intimidation, while the Commission assured steps to ensure free and fair polls

30 Mar 2026 3:00 pm
Opposition protests in Rajya Sabha over BJP MPs OBC reservation remarks

Opposition parties staged a walkout in the Rajya Sabha after BJP MP K Laxman alleged misuse of OBC reservation on religious grounds. J P Nadda criticised the move, accusing the opposition of avoiding debate and disrespecting parliamentary processes

30 Mar 2026 2:59 pm
Israel`s Knesset to vote on death penalty law backed by Itamar Ben-Gvir

Israels Knesset is set to vote on a controversial bill proposing the death penalty for Palestinians convicted of killing Israelis. Championed by Itamar Ben-Gvir under the government of Benjamin Netanyahu, the proposal has drawn criticism from rights groups and legal experts

30 Mar 2026 2:59 pm
JSW MG Motor India announces price hike on select models from April 1

JSW MG Motor India will increase prices of select vehicles by up to 2 pc starting April 1, citing rising input costs. The hike will apply to its mainline models, excluding premium EVs like MG M9 and MG Cyberster, while its lineup continues to span from MG Comet EV to MG Gloster

30 Mar 2026 2:59 pm
Assam has seen a decade of peace under BJP-led leadership: PM Modi

Twelve peace agreements were signed by the government with various organisations in the northeast, Modi said while addressing BJP booth-level workers in poll-bound Assam as part of the Mera Booth, Sabse Mazboot Samvaad initiative. The programme aims to convey messages directly to party activists ahead of the polls

30 Mar 2026 2:41 pm
Over 500 political prisoners freed in Belarus after talks: Trump

US President Donald Trump said over 500 political prisoners have been released in Belarus since last year, crediting talks led by his envoy and cooperation from President Alexander Lukashenko

30 Mar 2026 2:37 pm
Indian Navy personnel kills woman, dismembers body in Visakhapatnam; held

According to the police, the accused procured a knife online, dismembered the body, stored some parts in a refrigerator, and burnt the head and hands at a vacant place near Adavivaram on Sunday

30 Mar 2026 2:34 pm
Rahul Gandhi targets Narendra Modi over silence on Sabarimala issue

The Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, claimed that the party was facing a combination of CPI(M) and BJP in the April 9 Assembly elections

30 Mar 2026 2:15 pm
Bengal polls:BJP approaches EC, claims voter Intimidation by TMC

The BJP delegation that met the ECI officials included Union ministers Kiren Rijiju and Piyush Goyal, BJP leader Sukanta Majumdar, and party chief spokesperson Anil Baluni

30 Mar 2026 2:00 pm
Nitish Kumar resigns from Bihar Legislative Council after Rajya Sabha election

Nitish Kumar, who was elected to the Rajya Sabha on March 16 and received his certificate of election the same day, is scheduled to take oath as a Member of Parliament on April 10

30 Mar 2026 1:46 pm
IndiGo starts daily Shanghai-Kolkata flight, strengthening India-China air links

Meeting the IndiGo management team on the occasion, Mathur underlined the positive momentum, appreciated the growing confidence and enthusiasm being expressed through the booming air connectivity and the resurgent economic links between India and the region

30 Mar 2026 1:36 pm
Maharashtra launches special drive to fast-track PNG connections to industries

Maharashtra government announces a dedicated campaign to provide Piped Natural Gas (PNG) connections to industries amid LPG cylinder shortages. Special camps and faster approvals aim to ensure uninterrupted industrial operations

30 Mar 2026 1:16 pm
BJP chief Nabin resigns from Bihar Assembly weeks after RS polls

Assembly Speaker Prem Kumar said, Nitin Nabin`s resignation was submitted to me by Saraogi. It has been accepted. I have forwarded it to the officials concerned for further formalities

30 Mar 2026 1:14 pm
Navbharat Literacy Campaign: Over 1,200 take KDMC exam

A total of 1,255 newly literate citizens appeared for the exam, including 1,057 women and 198 men. The examination focused on practical literacy skills such as reading, writing, and basic numeracy, aimed at individuals who had missed out on formal education earlier in life

30 Mar 2026 1:13 pm
Delhi: Man kills wife using LPG cylinder in presence of 18-month-old child, held

Delhi Police said the accused was arrested from the spot shortly after the incident. The couple had reportedly moved into a DDA housing complex just a month ago

30 Mar 2026 12:39 pm
Karnataka man held by Delhi Police for sending over 1,000 hoax threat messages

According to officials, several prominent institutions were targeted, including the Delhi High Court, the Delhi Assembly, schools, and various government offices

30 Mar 2026 11:44 am
Ram Navami: Rane questions different religious festival celebrations in Mumbai

I simply said that whenever the festival of Eid comes, no one from the Hindu community pelts stones or causes any trouble. But when the Ram Navami celebrations began, these people did not allow our saffron flag to be hoisted and threw stones at Ram devotees, he said

30 Mar 2026 11:34 am
Ladakh residents donate cash, jewellery to support Iran amid conflict

The residents in Ladakh are conducting regular donation drives to aid the residents in Iran affected by the US-Israeli strikes during the past 30 days of conflict. Several children`s bicycles could also be seen among the donated items, sending a strong message of solidarity with Iran

30 Mar 2026 10:03 am
One Indian killed as Iranian strikes hit Kuwait`s power, water desalination plan

According to a statement issued by the ministry`s official spokesperson, the strike targeted a service building at one of Kuwait`s power and water desalination plants, resulting in the death of the Indian national and significant material damage to the facility

30 Mar 2026 9:56 am
Trump claims regime change in Iran has already occurred amid war in West Asia

Trump`s remarks come against the backdrop of intense US-Israeli military operations against Iran, which have targeted senior Iranian officials and strategic infrastructure

30 Mar 2026 9:43 am
12 Tonnes of KitKat chocolates stolen in Europe ahead of Easter

The KitKat, owned by Swiss food giant Nestle, confirmed that a truck transporting 413,793 units of its new chocolate range went missing during transit

30 Mar 2026 9:39 am