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Demands include removal of minimum qualifying marks criteria, extension of preparation time to 90 days and increasing the maximum age limit to 47 years

The Supreme Court has mandated a fresh investigation into the 2022 death of Ziaul Rahman, overturning previous court orders that applied a lesser charge. Citing the autopsy report detailing 14 injuries, the SC has directed that murder charges be framed. The court has given Uttar Pradesh six weeks to complete the trial and appoint a special prosecutor.

The Supreme Court has cautioned Rahul Gandhi regarding his remarks against V.D. Savarkar, hinting at potential suo motu action if he continues to denigrate the freedom fighter. While staying a lower court summons against Gandhi, the bench, led by Justice Dipankar Datta, reminded him of Indira Gandhi's past praise for Savarkar.

Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi alleged that state VCs were warned against attending a Raj Bhavan conference, a claim the DMK government refuted, calling the conference 'illegal'. Ravi accused the government of threatening VCs, while the Higher Education Minister criticized Ravi for defying the law after a Supreme Court verdict favoring the state in VC appointments.

Dr. Krishnaswamy Kasturirangan, the former ISRO chairman and architect of the National Education Policy 2020, passed away at 84 in Bengaluru. He spearheaded significant ISRO missions, including the Chandrayaan planning, and later revolutionized India's education system.

The Centre defended the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025 in the Supreme Court, asserting its secular nature and dismissing claims of religious interference. The government highlighted that mandatory registration of waqf properties, a key point of contention, has existed for a century.

India is set to finalize a significant Rs 63,887 crore deal with France on Monday for 26 Rafale-Marine fighter jets, primarily for the INS Vikrant. The agreement, encompassing 22 single-seat and four twin-seat Rafale-M jets, includes weapons, training, and maintenance support.

A defamation suit was filed against Kesineni Srinivas by his brother and Vijayawada MP Kesineni Sivanath in connection with the allegations made regarding the land allocation to Ursa Clusters

A tragic incident occurred in Bahraich, Uttar Pradesh. A rice mill's dryer exploded, resulting in five fatalities. Three workers sustained serious injuries. The explosion happened around 7 am in Gulam Alipura area. Local residents assisted in evacuating the injured. The deceased include individuals from UP and Bihar. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expressed grief over the unfortunate event.

Jharkhand minister Sudivya Kumar Sonu faced criticism for demanding Himachal Pradesh CM's resignation following the Pahalgam terror attack. Sonu claimed his remark was sarcastic, intended to highlight the Centre's silence on security issues. BJP leaders condemned his statement as irresponsible, with Babulal Marandi accusing him of bringing shame to the state.

Pawan Kalyan performs bhumi puja for Pithapuram Area Hospital, TTD Kalyana Mandapam, and otehr developmental works

Jammu and Kashmir administration demolished the houses of three terrorists involved in the Pahalgam attack. The houses belonged to Adil Hussain Thoker, Asif Sheikh, and Ahsan Sheikh. Authorities ensured no family members were inside during the demolitions. This action aims to deter local terrorism and support for terror. The administration warns of further consequences for those who join terror ranks.

A Delhi court has deferred issuing notices to Sonia and Rahul Gandhi in the National Herald money-laundering case. The Enforcement Directorate (ED) sought the court's directive to hear the accused before cognizance of the chargesheet, citing new legal provisions. However, the court has directed the ED to rectify missing documents in the chargesheet before proceeding further.

India is intensifying diplomatic pressure on Pakistan following the Pahalgam attack, seeking international support to address cross-border terrorism. Numerous nations, including the US, Denmark, and the Netherlands, have expressed solidarity with India. External affairs minister Jaishankar briefed his Saudi Arabian counterpart on the attack's links to Pakistan, a crucial diplomatic move.

Removing caste discrimination from the Hindu society has been a long pending agenda of the RSS as its chief Mohan Bhagwat, on several occasions in the past, had pitched for “ek mandir, ek kuan, ek shamshaan”

The attempt to tamper with the track fastenings was made in the busy Arakkonam-Chennai section, Railways said

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has directed state Chief Ministers to enforce the immediate revocation of various visa categories for Pakistani citizens, excluding long-term, diplomatic, and official visas. CMs are tasked with identifying and ensuring the departure of affected individuals by specific deadlines in late April. Stricter actions are to be taken against those who overstay, including detention and deportation.

Mr. Abdullah said the meeting with various tourism, trade and industry bodies condemned the killings and unitedly raised voice against such attacks

India is set to implement its decision regarding the Indus Waters Treaty. Amit Shah chaired a meeting to finalize the implementation roadmap. The plan includes desilting rivers and dams as an immediate step. India aims to create additional water storage and speed up hydro-power projects. The goal is to maximize the use of western rivers' water within India.

The NIA teams speak to survivors of Pahalgam attack, massive hunt for terrorists continues