Fears of internet disruption are rising as the US-Iran conflict continues and risks to Red Sea cables increase. Experts say these undersea cables carry most global data, including services used in India. The Iran-backed Houthis have earlier warned of targeting such cables. A similar incident in September 2025 caused outages across parts of Asia. Officials say India could face slow speeds and network issues if cables are damaged. Much of India’s traffic passes through Mumbai and Chennai, making them key points. Any disruption could affect payments, cloud services, and communication systems across the country. (PC: X)

Delhi Police has arrested a 47-year-old man from Mysuru for allegedly sending over 1,100 hoax bomb threats across India. The accused, Srinivas Louis, was caught from his rented home in Karnataka after a joint operation with local police. Officials said the threats targeted schools, high courts, and government offices. The arrest comes after recent messages sent to the Delhi High Court, Assembly, and other institutions. Police said the accused was produced before a magistrate after his arrest. An investigation is ongoing to find his motive and check if others were involved. (PC: X)

The destruction of a US Air Force E-3 Sentry aircraft in an Iranian strike could hurt how the US tracks threats, analysts said. Images showed the damaged jet at Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia. The aircraft is a key airborne radar system. It helps detect missiles, drones, and aircraft from long range. Military analyst Cedric Leighton called the loss a “serious blow” to surveillance. He said it may affect how the US guides jets and responds to attacks. Experts said the system is vital for real-time battle control and early warning in conflict zones. (PC: CNN)

Donald Trump said the United States could “destroy” Iran’s power plants and oil facilities if a deal is not reached soon. Speaking to reporters, he said talks with what he called a “more reasonable” Iranian leadership are ongoing. He warned that if a ceasefire fails, the US may strike sites it has “not yet touched.” Trump also repeated threats against Iran’s key fuel hub, Kharg Island. Iran’s foreign ministry called US proposals “excessive and unreasonable.” Meanwhile, oil prices rose to $115, and fresh attacks were reported in Iran, Lebanon, and Israel amid growing tensions. (PC: BBC)

Spain has closed its airspace to US aircraft involved in military operations against Iran. Defence Minister Margarita Robles said Spain will not allow its bases or airspace to be used for the war. She said the message was made clear to US forces from the start. Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has strongly criticised the US and Israeli attacks, calling them “reckless and illegal.” Robles repeated that position and said the war is “profoundly illegal and unjust.” The move may force US planes to change routes. Spain said the ban does not apply to emergency situations. Officials also said the country will not support a war it sees as against international law. (PC: The Indian Express)

The Indian rupee weakened past 95 against the US dollar for the first time on March 30. It touched a record low of 95.20, down 0.3% during the day. The fall came despite recent steps by the Reserve Bank of India to control volatility. The RBI had asked banks to cap open forex positions at $100 million. The move aimed to reduce speculation, but analysts said pressure remains strong. Foreign outflows and high oil prices continue to weigh on the currency. Global tensions have also reduced investor interest. The Nifty 50 fell about 2% during the session, reflecting weak market sentiment. (PC:  India Today)

Baltej Singh, a New Zealand businessman linked to one of the largest drug operations in the country, has lost his bid to keep his name secret. Singh is the nephew of an assassin of Indira Gandhi.   A court lifted name suppression after ruling there was an “appreciable public interest” in revealing his identity. Judges said the risk to his family was “very low.”   Authorities said Singh led a network that smuggled methamphetamine hidden in drink cans. Police seized over 700kg of drugs, the largest haul in New Zealand. Singh is serving a 22-year prison term. (PC: HT)

A photoshoot in Jaipur showing an elephant painted pink has triggered strong backlash online. Russian photographer Julia Buruleva shared images of a model posing on the painted animal at a temple site. Buruleva said, "We used organic, locally-made paint… it was absolutely safe for the animal." She added the idea came from Rajasthan’s cultural link with elephants. However, many users criticised the act. One comment said, "Turning an elephant into a pink prop… is deeply inappropriate." Others called it "animal abuse" and questioned using a live animal for art. Rajasthan forest officials said the matter will be investigated for any legal violations. (PC: Instagram)

Stock markets closed sharply lower on March 30, with heavy losses in banking shares pulling indices down. The Sensex dropped 1,635 points, while the Nifty fell below 22,400. Vinod Nair of Geojit Investments said markets remained cautious due to global tensions, rising oil prices, and continued foreign investor outflows. He added, "Banking stocks were among the key laggards" after RBI restrictions on banks’ foreign exchange positions. The move aimed to support the rupee but led to declines in major lenders. Analysts said valuations look better after the fall, but earnings outlook remains uncertain. Oil price swings and rupee weakness may increase cost pressures. (PC: India Today)

The US is preparing plans for possible ground action in Iran as the war continues. Officials said up to 10,000 more troops could be sent. The White House said no final decision has been made yet. Experts warned of risks based on past wars. Linda Robinson said, “The risks increase exponentially if US ground forces are deployed to Iran.” She added it could lead to “very high casualties”. Analysts pointed to earlier US wars since World War II, including Iraq and Afghanistan. These conflicts lasted long and caused heavy losses. Experts said similar patterns could repeat in Iran. (PC: India Today)