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TVK president Vijay preparing to contest solo on April 9

Sunil Gavaskar has criticized overseas players for missing early IPL 2026 matches, citing a pattern of taking franchise hospitality for granted. He urged franchises to adopt stricter policies, warning that late unavailability disrupts team planning and hinders title aspirations. This stance reflects growing concerns within the cricketing fraternity regarding player commitment.

Though KPCC president and Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar claimed in Bengaluru that candidates’ selection for the Assembly bypoll was based on consensus and the decision was unanimous, a Congress leader and disappointed ticket aspirant for Davangere South constituency Mohammad Sadiq Pehelwan announced in Davangere that he would challenge Congress candidate Samarth as a rebel candidate

In a social media post, Mr. Stalin said 897.82 crore free bus trips were undertaken on 7,712 buses till March 1 this year

He was released recently by the Centre after nearly six months in detention under the National Security Act.

The suspended legislators are Chakramani Kanhar, Naba Kishor Mallick, Souvic Biswal, Subasini Jena, Ramakanta Bhoi and Devi Ranjan Tripathy

Iran has threatened to completely shut the Strait of Hormuz if the US strikes its energy facilities, warning that regional energy infrastructure hosting US bases would become targets. This escalation follows President Trump's ultimatum. The conflict has already impacted global oil prices and caused significant damage and displacement on both sides.

Mumbai Indians, despite a star-studded lineup, face a captaincy dilemma ahead of IPL 2026. Former selector Kris Srikkanth suggests Suryakumar Yadav, fresh from leading India to T20 World Cup glory, could take over from Hardik Pandya to revitalize the team's fortunes. Srikkanth highlighted the unusual situation of multiple World Cup-winning captains playing under Pandya.

Over 27 lakh people in Bengal will learn their voting eligibility on Monday as the Election Commission releases the first supplementary voters' list. These individuals were placed in an 'under adjudication' category, with their fate hinging on document scrutiny by judicial officers. Those who fail to clear the hurdle can appeal the decision.

Ranveer Singh's 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge' has stormed the box office, raking in Rs 500 crore domestically and Rs 690 crore worldwide. Directed by Aditya Dhar, this spy thriller, a sequel to 'Dhurandhar,' captivated audiences with its gripping narrative and action. The film's impressive opening weekend and subsequent strong performance are setting new benchmarks for Bollywood.

A woman and her lover have been arrested for allegedly murdering her mother-in-law in Nishatganj. Police state an illicit relationship and family opposition were the motives. The duo reportedly tied the victim before strangling her. They attempted to stage the scene as a robbery. However, CCTV footage and a sniffer dog led to their apprehension.

Abhishek Sharma faced early struggles in the T20 World Cup but bounced back to help India win. His friend Nehal Wadhera shared insights into Abhishek's talent and hard work. Wadhera also discussed his own IPL journey, learning from coaches like Ricky Ponting and playing under captains Rohit Sharma and Shreyas Iyer. Punjab Kings aims for the title in IPL 2026.

Punjab Kings reached the IPL 2025 final under Shreyas Iyer, marking a significant turnaround. For IPL 2026, they've bolstered their squad with Australian all-rounders Ben Dwarshuis and Cooper Connolly, aiming to strengthen their bowling and middle-order for another title challenge.

Air India is reinforcing its Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet with pilots transitioning from Boeing 777s and narrow-body aircraft due to increasing airspace restrictions. This move aims to manage longer flight durations on Europe and UK routes, as pilots express fatigue from extended duty times and the need for dispensations from flight duty limitations.

Government seeks clarity on recovering hefty penalties from carmakers for missing fuel efficiency targets. With stricter norms ahead, the PMO is pushing ministries to define who evaluates, approves, and recovers the dues. Over Rs 8,800 crore in penalties have been levied for past non-compliance, yet no recovery has occurred.

Indian Railways has boosted Kilometrage Allowance and Allowance in lieu of Kilometrage by 25% for over two lakh running staff, effective January 2024. This decision aligns compensation with the 50% Dearness Allowance hike, addressing long-standing demands for better financial benefits for essential operational personnel.

The March 31 deadline for eliminating Left-wing extremism may pass without fanfare, having successfully created a psychological impetus for stakeholders. This pressure led to the neutralization or surrender of most CPI(Maoist) leadership, fracturing the group and pushing remaining members towards surrender.

Supreme Court's Justice Vikram Nath asserted AI can aid judicial processes but won't replace judges' core judgment-writing role. He highlighted AI's limitations in complex cases like matrimonial disputes and constitutional matters. Other judges echoed concerns about AI's potential for bias and the need for human conscience in justice delivery, emphasizing its role as a facilitator, not a substitute.

Supreme Court Justice Ujjal Bhuyan highlighted a stark gender disparity in higher judicial appointments, noting women excel in lower judicial services but are underrepresented in High Courts and the Supreme Court due to subjective collegium criteria. He stressed the need for greater gender parity for India to achieve developed nation status by 2047.