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Delhi HC rebukes AAP-led government for its delayed response to CAG's liquorgate report, pointing out significant regulatory lapses and substantial financial losses incurred between 2017 and 2021. The CAG report flagged licensing irregularities, pricing discrepancies, and compromised regulatory measures in the excise policy implementation.

Scammers in Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh, replaced legitimate QR codes at 12 shops and a petrol pump with fake ones to redirect payments. One suspect, Chhotu Tiwari, was arrested within 72 hours after being captured on CCTV. Police have recovered several fake QR code stickers and are investigating further to apprehend other suspects involved.

Indian equity benchmark indices BSE Sensex and Nifty50 plunged significantly on Monday, with Sensex falling over 1000 points and Nifty over 300 points. The rupee also hit a life-time low against the US dollar. Market volatility was driven by surging crude oil prices, a stronger dollar index, and concerns following robust US employment data.

The Durbar Mahila Samanway Commitee is highlighting recently passed legislations in Belgium giving rights to sex workers, legalising sex work, and taking inspiration from them to bring reforms in India. 

Traffic Police authorities have made elaborate arrangements and implemented a detailed plan to ensure smooth vehicular movement and safety for devotees visiting the Maha Kumbh Mela

Dense fog in Delhi caused significant train delays, prompting the IMD to issue a 'yellow' alert for the NCR until Wednesday. Temperatures range between 6-7°C. Despite recent rain improving air quality, AQI remains 'poor'. Stage-III restrictions were lifted, but Stage-I and II restrictions continue to prevent further air quality deterioration.

Firefighters in Los Angeles battle wildfires that have killed 24 and destroyed 12,000 buildings. 150,000 residents evacuated as strong winds complicate efforts. Governor Newsom expects it to be the costliest U.S. disaster, with damages up to $150 billion. Looting concerns rise, with arrests made, including looters posing as firefighters.

Why was the National Electoral Rolls Purification and Authentication Program launched by the Election Commission? How do already existing voters link EPIC with their respective Aadhaar numbers? What did the Supreme Court mandate in the Puttaswamy case in 2018?

The 18th season of the Indian Premier League is set to commence on March 21 at Kolkata's Eden Gardens, with the final on May 25. The schedule adjustment was reportedly done to avoid overlap with the Champions Trophy final. Kolkata Knight Riders will host the opener and final, while Sunrisers Hyderabad will host two playoff games.

According to the State Disaster Response Force, the accident took place near Dahalchauri where the bus went out of control and fell into a 100 meters deep gorge

Stock market recommendations: Motilal Oswal Financial Services Ltd recommends TCS and Coal India Limited for stock investments, highlighting TCS's shift to modernization and cloud initiatives, and Coal India's dominant market position and growth prospects due to increasing power demand and thermal capacity expansions.

A stone-throwing incident occurred near Jalgaon station damaging a window of the Tapti Ganga Express, traveling from Surat to Chhapra. Passengers reported the act via a tweet. Police registered an FIR against an unknown individual and launched an investigation. The passengers, en route to Prayagraj for the Kumbh Mela, were unharmed.

Five buses, supplied by OHM Global Mobility, a subsidiary of Ashok Leyland, have been deployed on the route between Kempegowda Bus Station (Majestic) and Kadugodi (Whitefield), according to BMTC officials