Times of India

The defence ministry signed contracts worth Rs 2,500 crore for Nag anti-tank missile tracked platforms and 5,000 light vehicles for the armed forces. The deals were inked with Armoured Vehicle Nigam Ltd, Force Motors, and Mahindra & Mahindra, enhancing the Army's mechanised infantry capabilities.

Maoists in Bastar are reportedly recruiting child soldiers as young as nine years old due to pressure from security forces. A recently discovered letter reveals that 80 of the 130 new recruits are minors, indicating a troubling trend. The organization faces challenges in recruitment and morale issues.

A village in Kasganj remains tense after a Supreme Court observation and Allahabad high court ruling declared that groping a child's breasts over clothing doesn't amount to attempted rape. The victim's family faces ongoing threats and harassment, and has relocated the girl for safety. The legal battle has strained their financial resources significantly.

India and Russia's relationship continues to thrive with expanding economic cooperation and trade exceeding $60 billion, despite challenges. Russian foreign minister Sergey Lavrov highlighted India's balanced stance on the Ukraine crisis, while both countries prioritize strengthening their Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership.

Nagpur police have arrested Faizan Khatib, linked to a radical Islamist group, for allegedly instigating riots on March 17. His arrest follows those of Fahim Khan and Hamid Engineer, who are charged with sedition. The riots led to one death and significant property damage.

Union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw supported the summons issued to comedian Kunal Kamra for comments on Maharashtra deputy CM Eknath Shinde, underlining the importance of balancing constitutional rights with safeguards. Vaishnaw also announced India's forthcoming introduction of its first indigenous semiconductor chip amid a growing electronics manufacturing sector.

US President Trump has announced a 25% tariff on imported cars and components, significantly affecting US consumers and potentially inciting retaliation from the EU and Canada. Indian automakers might evade immediate impact, but the auto parts and tyre industries, particularly those with US-export dependencies, could face challenges.

Isro successfully completed a rolling experiment with its Space Docking Experiment mission, involving circumnavigation of one satellite to verify control over satellite maneuvering. This experiment, crucial for future missions like Chandrayaan-4, will provide valuable data and help Isro validate multiple software and ground station control. More experiments and dockings are planned in the coming months.

Three terrorists and three police officers were killed, and seven others injured, including a deputy superintendent, in an intense battle in Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua district. The clash, involving heavy gunfire and explosions, targeted militants from the Pakistan-based Jaish-e-Mohammad group. Operations were halted for the night but will resume at dawn on Friday.

A 36-year-old man, Rakesh Rajendra Khedekar, allegedly murdered his wife, Gouri Anil Sambrekar, in Bengaluru and fled. He called his landlord to report the crime, leading to the discovery of her body in a suitcase. Rakesh was arrested near Pune within 24 hours. The couple had recently moved to Bengaluru from Mumbai.

Shardul Thakur's brilliant 4-wicket haul and Nicholas Pooran's explosive 70 off 26 balls guided Lucknow Super Giants to a five-wicket victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL 2025. LSG chased down 191 runs with 23 balls to spare, asserting their dominance in the match. Kishan, SRH’s centurion from the previous game, was dismissed for a golden duck, putting the home side on the back foot.

Meerut police have restricted Eid namaz to designated locations only, warning of legal action for violations. This includes FIRs, potential arrests, and passport or license cancellation. Enhanced security measures include drones and video surveillance. RLD leader Jayant Chaudhary criticized the directive, linking it to George Orwell's dystopian novel, '1984'.

Bablu Kori, an electrician from Sant Kabir Nagar, took an unexpected path when he discovered his wife, Radhika, was having an affair with Vikas Kumar. Instead of reacting with anger, he facilitated their marriage at a local temple, ensuring a smooth process. Bablu decided to care for his children and wished Radhika happiness.

Russian President Vladimir Putin suggested that US President Donald Trump's push to annex Greenland has historical roots, implying potential support for Washington's claims. Trump reiterated the need for Greenland, emphasizing its significance for national security, despite opposition from Danish and Greenlandic leaders.

Foreign students in the US face a crackdown on political activism, with US universities warned of decertification risks. Detentions include Turkish student Rumeysa Ozturk and Iranian student Alireza Doroudi, sparking fears and distress on campuses. More than 300 student visas have been revoked in a new 'Catch and Revoke' policy.