TODAYS TOP NEWS
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1. The 132nd episode of the ‘Mann Ki Baat’, Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Tripura for its successful community-driven initiatives in water conservation and sustainable development. He highlighted Vanghmun village in the Jampui Hills, located at an altitude of around 3,000 feet.
(b) PM Modi highlights success of PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana in Tripura in Mann Ki Baat.
2. Madhya Pradesh Governor Mangubhai Patel joined divyang children at Rabindra Bhavan in Bhopal to listen to the collective broadcast of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ‘Mann Ki Baat’ programme.
3. Amid the energy crisis triggered by the Middle East war, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday lauded the Centre’s ethanol blending policy for helping India reduce its dependence on imported crude oil.
4. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin released the DMK’s election manifesto, outlining a mix of welfare expansion and economic growth measures.
5. In West Bengal, Indian Gorkha Janshakti Front-IGJF, a regional party will contest upcoming state Assembly Election on five seats of Darjeeling Hill and Tarai.
6. Assam, to promote informed electoral participation for the April 9 General Assembly Elections, District Administrations are conducting Systematic Voters’ Education and Electoral Participation (SVEEP) initiatives across the state.
7. Christians across Nagaland today observed Palm Sunday, commemorating the triumphal entry of Jesus into Jerusalem ahead of his capture and crucifixion.
8. The Congress has released the list of 284 candidates for the upcoming Assembly Elections in West Bengal.
9. Amid the ongoing global fuel crisis, several districts across Maharashtra have emerged as ideal examples of efficient fuel management and administrative vigilance. Districts like Dharashiv, Nashik, Latur and Dhule have ensured uninterrupted access to essential fuel. While strict monitoring in Buldhana highlights the administration’s commitment to safety and rule enforcement.
10. In Ladakh: Chief Justice of India, Justice Surya Kant, virtually inaugurates new District Court Complex in Kargil through virtual mode from Leh due to inclement weather conditions.
11. Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is set to resign from the Bihar Legislative Council on Monday, days after being elected to the Rajya Sabha, marking a major political transition in the state and potentially paving the way for the BJP to install its own chief minister in Bihar for the first time.
12. The Centre on Saturday took a significant and immediate step by issuing a special allocation order for superior kerosene oil (SKO) under the public distribution system (PDS) across the country. The government has also permitted petrol stations to store 5,000 litres of kerosene.
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LEGAL REPORT
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1. The government has introduced changes under the Jan Vishwas Bill to remove imprisonment for several minor offences related to exports in textiles, handlooms and agricultural products. The move aims to promote ease of doing business by replacing criminal penalties with financial penalties and warnings. It reflects a broader policy shift towards decriminalisation of technical and procedural violations in the economic sector.
2. The Government of Madhya Pradesh has revoked a five year-ban on Bank of Baroda from conducting state government business within 24 hours of first issuing the order, The initial order, issued by the Madhya Pradesh Institutional Finance Commissioner dated on March 27, cited alleged lapses in handling funds under the Chief Minister Kisan Yojana.
3. In Chhattisgarh, one Maoist was killed in an encounter with security forces in the Polampalli police station area of Sukma district today. During a search of the site, the body of the Maoist, along with weapons, was recovered.
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The Bengali entertainment industry has been left stunned after reports emerged that actor Rahul Arunoday Banerjee passed away at the age of 43 following a tragic drowning incident during a television shoot in Digha on Sunday. The actor was reportedly in the coastal town for the shooting of the serial Bhole Baba Par Karega when the incident took place, leaving colleagues and fans in deep shock.
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DEFENCE News
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1. The Indian government on Saturday said that twenty Indian-flagged vessels carrying around 540 Indian seafarers remain in the western Persian Gulf region amid ongoing geopolitical tensions in West Asia, but all personnel are safe and under active monitoring with no incidents reported in the past 24 hours.
2. Indian Naval Ship Trikand arrived at Maputo, Mozambique, as part of its operational deployment to the South West Indian Ocean Region. The Defence Ministry said that the visit aims to further strengthen maritime cooperation and bilateral relations between India and Mozambique. It said that the ship will hand over Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief stores and undertake professional and social engagements.
FINANCE
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1. Reserve Bank of India has unveiled its Payments Vision 2028 with a strong emphasis on improving user convenience and flexibility in the banking system. A key proposal is to enable bank account portability, allowing customers to switch accounts more easily without disrupting their financial activities.
2. From April 1, 2026, RBI new rules for digital payments will change how Indians make online transactions. If you use UPI, cards or wallets, expect extra security checks. The Reserve Bank of India is making two-factor authentication mandatory, which means OTP alone will no longer be enough.
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ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
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1. In the ongoing International Film Festival Delhi 2026, Veteran filmmaker Shekhar Kapur shared extensive insights into the evolving landscape of global cinema and the growing impact of Artificial Intelligence.
2. Tamil Nadu Assembly election: Film producer, director, and actor Sundar C. is NDA’s Madurai Central candidate. He has been nominated by the Pudiya Neethi Katchi and will contest on the AIADMK’s ‘two leaves’ symbol.
30 Mar(Monday)
Vedic Ritu/ Vasant
Drik Ritu : Vasant (Spring)
पक्ष :: Shuklapaksh
(In Purnimanta calendar)
Vikram Samvat – 2083
Month : Chitra 28,
(In Amanta calendar)
Shaka Samvat – 1948
Month : Chitra 12
Tithi : Dwadashi (up to 7:10 am)Trayodashi
Nakshatra: Magha (up to 2:47 pm)Purva Phalguni
Rahu : 07:56 AM – 09:28 AM
Yamaganda : 10:59 AM – 12:31 PM
3. India recently hosted a key maritime exercise under the Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS) at the Maritime Warfare Centre in Kochi. The event brought together naval representatives from multiple countries to address emerging non-traditional maritime security challenges in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR).
4. China deployed a network of 42 research vessels and hundreds of oceanic sensors to map subsea environments across the Pacific, Indian, and Arctic oceans, building a detailed operational dataset to support submarine warfare against the U.S. Navy.
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