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The Supreme Court commission investigating the March 14 fire at former Delhi High Court judge Yashwant Varma's residence has recorded statements from Delhi Police commissioner Sanjay Arora and other senior officers. Arora detailed that the storeroom with cash was kept locked and located near a CRPF guard room.

The National Medical Commission is revising disability guidelines for medical course admissions to focus on candidates' performance abilities rather than disability percentages. This follows a Supreme Court directive and aims to outline essential medical competencies crucial for safe practice, provoking criticism over the composition of the reviewing committee.

ASAR Social Impact Advisors clarified that it received Rs 8 crore from USAID for services provided under a Clean Air Better Health project with CEEW. The company denied receiving any foreign direct investment and affirmed full compliance with legal requirements amid an ongoing investigation by authorities.

Supreme Court reprimanded the Telangana CM and assembly speaker over alleged MLA defections. The court asserted its power to enforce the anti-defection law, especially when the speaker delays disqualification decisions. The bench highlighted its role as a constitutional protector and warned against making a mockery of the 10th Schedule.

US President Donald Trump announced significant tariffs on imports, including a 34% tax on Chinese goods and 20% on the European Union. The move, aimed at reducing trade deficits and bolstering American manufacturing, has sparked concerns about potential global trade wars and rising consumer prices. Several US allies are considering retaliatory measures, which could impact diplomatic relations.

The proposed FTA could ‘cover services; allow freer movement of some classes of workers and overcome protectionist blockages in both countries — which are, I think, more on the Sri Lankan side,’ the economist said, adding that closer relationship between the two neighbours ‘should not upset other powers — China and the U.S. — which have stakes in Sri Lanka.’

Amit Shah said that the President’s rule was imposed when majority of the MLA’s said they were not in a position to form the government after the resignation of Chief Minister N Biren Singh on February 9.

President Donald Trump announced new tariffs, imposing a 10% baseline tax on most imports, with increased rates for nations with trade surpluses. Notable exceptions include Canada and Mexico due to existing agreements. High tariffs target China, the EU, South Korea, Japan, and Taiwan, with a new 25% tariff on all foreign-made automobiles, sparking concerns of global retaliation.

US President Donald Trump announced new reciprocal tariffs to counter high duties charged on US goods by foreign countries. With tariffs on countries like China, India, and the EU, the move aims to rebalance trade.

The Supreme Court addressed the increasing trend of rape cases filed on the grounds of false promises of marriage. While hearing a man's plea to quash rape charges by his fiancée, the bench remarked that relationship break-ups should not result in rape allegations. They decided to examine the arranged marriage situation in detail.

As he announced the tariffs, the U.S. President held up a chart that indicated that India charged 52% tariffs “including currency manipulation and trade barriers,” and America would now charge India a “discounted reciprocal tariff” of 26%

Lok Sabha saw a heated exchange as Asaduddin Owaisi tore the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, calling it unconstitutional and an attack on Muslims. Owaisi's actions were criticized by BJP's Jagdambika Pal. Union Minister Amit Shah asserted that the bill aims to regulate Waqf properties and prevent their exploitation. The bill faces intense debate in Parliament.

Chandrababu Naidu supports the delimitation move, unlike his southern counterparts

A Jaguar fighter jet crashed near Jamnagar during a training mission, killing one pilot and injuring another. The incident caused a massive fire and panic among nearby villagers. Emergency teams responded quickly, and the injured pilot was taken to GG Hospital. The exact cause of the crash remains unknown.

Kerala is not serious about helping industrialists, and there have been repeated attempts to virtually terrorise the company management through raids and inspections, the managing director alleges

Congress leader Harshavardhan Sapkal also questioned Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis’s promise of resolving Khadakpurna Canal water issue