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What are the changes being proposed to Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, 2019 | Explained

How is the government proposing to alter the definition of transgender person? Why has it argued for the omission of the right to self-perceived gender identity? What about the proposed changes have raised concerns among the trans community? What has the Supreme Court laid down in the landmark 2014 judgement recognising a third gender beyond male and female and the right to self-determination of gender identity?

14 Mar 2026 7:51 am
LPG and oil crisis LIVE: Indian LPG carrier crosses Strait of Hormuz: marine traffic website

The Shivaliks 55,000 tonnes of cargo could amount to nearly one day of Indias LPG imports.

14 Mar 2026 7:36 am
Sugar mills to report 5-8% revenue growth in FY26 on better cane supply: ICRA Report

However, margins are likely to remain broadly stable as cane prices have increased, while ethanol prices have remained largely stagnant, rating agency ICRA said in the report

14 Mar 2026 7:14 am
Benchmark indices slip 2% as crude oil prices remain high

Nifty opened at 23,462.50 and touched 23,492.40 before slipping to 23,112.00 and settling at the days close. The decline was broad-based, with all sectoral indices falling as much as 4.8%

14 Mar 2026 7:04 am
Iran-Israel war LIVE: U.S. bombs targets on Irans oil export hub Kharg Island

The American military earlier ordered 2,500 Marines and an amphibious assault ship to West Asia, in a major addition of forces in the region after nearly two weeks of war with Iran.

14 Mar 2026 6:52 am
CM Mamata announces development boards for marginalised communities ahead of Bengal Assembly polls

The announcement comes days after President Droupadi Murmu stated that the West Bengal government was not serious about development of Scheduled Tribes in the State

14 Mar 2026 5:33 am
Congregationalprayers, rallies held in Kashmir on Ramzans last Friday; Jamia Masjid closed

The Mirwaiz said its for the seventh consecutive year that the rulers have denied Muslims the right to offer prayers at Jama Masjid on this auspicious day

14 Mar 2026 5:28 am
Tecumseh Products plans to bring new compressor platforms to India

The company eyes higher double digit growth over five years

14 Mar 2026 5:23 am
SRDC to be renamed, irregularities under AAP to be probed: CM Rekha Gupta

During the meeting, the board reviewed Shahjahanabad Redevelopment Corporations functioning under the previous government

14 Mar 2026 4:49 am
Seven dead, 92 inmates infected with herpes virus at overcrowded Jalpaiguri correctional home

About 92 inmates have been infected in the outbreak of the Herpes Simplex Virus between August 20, 2025 and March 9, 2026. Seven persons infected by the virus have passed away. The number of inmates at correctional home with a capacity 700 is over 1200

14 Mar 2026 4:33 am
Darjeeling DM transferred days after protocol lapse row during President Murmus visit

The administrative reshuffle came hours after reports surfaced that the Home Ministry was considering seeking the services of the two officers in connection with the controversy surrounding the Presidents visit

14 Mar 2026 4:28 am
Uttam Nagar clash: Delhi police issue takedown notices against inflammatory content

During the course of the probe, authorities also found that some individuals were allegedly attempting to mobilise funds by circulating misleading narratives about the incident

14 Mar 2026 4:20 am
Abu Dhabi police arrest 45 people of various nationalities for filming, spreading misinformation on Iran attacks

They were also accused of spreading inaccurate and misleading information, which could incite public opinion and spread rumours within the community, the police said

14 Mar 2026 3:48 am
Pentagon elevates investigation into Iran school strike

The head of U.S. Central Command, Admiral Brad Cooper, ordered the 15-6 probe last week after the initial review was completed. The outside officer was appointed on March 12, one official said

14 Mar 2026 3:26 am
Exercise LAMITIYE-2026: India and Seychelles carry out joint military exercise

A series of professional interactions, tactical discussions and practical drills have been conducted as part of the exercise. Operational demonstrations have been a key component of LAMITIYE-2026.

14 Mar 2026 3:16 am
Retention rate below 50% in BMC schools, finds report

According to the report, titled State of Municipal Education in Mumbai, during the period, the transition of students from Class 8 to Class 9 declined by 30%, and only 80% of students moved from Class 9 to Class 10

14 Mar 2026 3:12 am
U.S. offers $10 million reward for information on Iran's supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei, senior officials

In addition to the supreme leader, the U.S. is seeking information about Irans security chief Ali Larijani, Intelligence Minister Esmail Khatib, Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni and two officials in Khameneis office

14 Mar 2026 2:19 am
Security stepped up outside gas agencies in Delhi; leaves of police personnel cancelled

Delhi police cancelled routine leave for personnel with immediate effect to maintain law and order, with LPG supply concerns triggering widespread anxiety among households and businesses

14 Mar 2026 1:43 am
IndiGo to levy fuel charge for domestic and international flights from March 14

IndiGo said it would continue to monitor the situation and make relevant adjustments as and when appropriate.

14 Mar 2026 1:42 am
Opposition leaders press government, Lok Sabha Speaker to revoke the suspension of 8 MPs

The eight MPs, including seven from the Congress, have been barred from attending the remainder of the Budget Session

14 Mar 2026 1:40 am
Maharashtra govt. tables Bill to ban unlawful conversions

It proposes stringent provisions for conversions carried out through coercion, fraud, inducement, or marriage; objective to protect right to freedom of religion, says Minister while introducing Bill

14 Mar 2026 1:30 am
Fight for rights continues, say workers back at IOCLs Panipat refinery after 5-day strike

Many contract labourers claim that as the project nears completion their key demands have only been partly implemented by the countrys largest government-owned oil company

14 Mar 2026 1:25 am
ParivartanYatrato end with PMs rally in Kolkata today, campaign a huge success:BJP

The 5000-kmyatrahas touched 237 Assembly constituencies,

14 Mar 2026 12:58 am
Indian LPG carrier crosses Strait of Hormuz: marine traffic website

The ship haddepartedfrom Ras Laffan, Qatar,onMarch 7 and was originally destined for the U.S.

14 Mar 2026 12:51 am
Price pressures: On new series of Consumer Price Index, inflation

India must find sources of sustainable energy to curb inflation

14 Mar 2026 12:25 am
Duty of care: On vaccine injury compensation programmes

The state must not evade responsibility when it pushes for vaccination

14 Mar 2026 12:22 am
Sportstar Aces Awards: Women cricketers steal the show

Double delight for shooting prodigy Suruchi as she shares the Sportswoman of the Year honour with weightlifter Mirabai, and also claims the Young Achiever of the Year (Girl) award

14 Mar 2026 12:12 am
Study suggests protein in egg whites may provide scalable, effective solution against forever chemicals

Researchers found that ovalbumin acts as a natural carrier protein that binds to and wraps around PFAS molecules, trapping them in a stable complex

14 Mar 2026 12:12 am