At least ten tourists from Punjab died after a boat carrying 30 people capsized in the Yamuna River near KC Ghat in Vrindavan. The group from Ludhiana had hired two boats when one overturned around 3 PM, reportedly after swaying in strong winds and colliding with a pontoon bridge. Authorities confirmed recovery of ten bodies, while 16–17 people were rescued. Rescue operations involving divers and an National Disaster Response Force team are ongoing. Hospitals in Mathura and Vrindavan remain on alert. Yogi Adityanath expressed condolences and directed swift relief efforts. (PC: Reuters)

Justice Yashwant Varma of the Allahabad High Court has resigned nearly a year after a major controversy involving the alleged recovery of unaccounted cash at his Delhi residence. His resignation was submitted to the President as impeachment proceedings gained momentum, with over 140 MPs supporting a motion for his removal. The cash was reportedly discovered after a fire incident in 2025, triggering investigations and judicial scrutiny. Varma had denied the allegations, calling them a conspiracy. His resignation highlights growing concerns over judicial accountability and transparency, while the inquiry into the case is still ongoing. (PC: India Today)

The death toll in Manipur’s fresh violence has risen to five after another injured protester died. Tensions continued in the Imphal Valley with curfew in place across key districts. Violence began after a bomb attack killed a five-year-old boy and a six-month-old girl in Bishnupur. Their mother was injured. Angry locals burned vehicles and stormed a security camp. Central forces opened fire to control the crowd. Five protesters were hit, and two later died. Three militants have been arrested for suspected roles in the attack. Chief Minister N Biren Singh reviewed the situation with top officials. (PC: New Indian Express)

The Reserve Bank of India has kept the repo rate unchanged at 5.25%. This means EMIs for home, car and personal loans will stay the same. The decision was taken by the Monetary Policy Committee in its April meeting. The RBI kept a neutral stance to balance growth and inflation. India’s GDP is expected to slow to 6.9% in 2026–27. Inflation is projected at 4.6%. However, rising fuel and LPG prices may increase household expenses. Global tensions have added pressure on energy costs. Despite this, India’s foreign reserves remain strong. Stock markets also reacted positively after the announcement. (PC: Reuters)

Senior advocate Menaka Guruswamy has made history as India’s first openly queer Member of Parliament, marking a landmark moment for LGBTQ+ representation. Renowned for her role in the 2018 Supreme Court judgment that decriminalised homosexuality, she has been a leading voice in constitutional law and rights advocacy. Her entry into Parliament reflects a broader shift toward inclusivity in Indian politics. The milestone is seen as both symbolic and substantive, potentially strengthening legislative focus on equality and civil rights. Guruswamy’s journey underscores the growing visibility and acceptance of LGBTQ+ individuals in public life and governance.

A major breach occurred at the Delhi Legislative Assembly when Sarbjit Singh rammed a Tata Sierra through VIP Gate No. 2 around 2 pm, placed a bouquet near Speaker Vijender Gupta’s vehicle, and fled. The act, captured on CCTV, unfolded within minutes and triggered a high alert. Police detained Singh and two others within two hours, seizing the vehicle in north Delhi. Bomb disposal and forensic teams found no explosives. Singh, reportedly missing for days, had travelled from Uttar Pradesh. Authorities are probing motive, citing possible illness, while security lapses at the less-guarded VIP gate remain under scrutiny.

The Supreme Court of India sharply criticised top West Bengal officials over their response to the Malda incident, where judicial officers were allegedly held hostage for nine hours. The Chief Justice of India rebuked the Chief Secretary and DGP for being unreachable during the crisis, calling it a failure of administration and policing. Justice Bagchi stressed officials cannot remain inaccessible to the judiciary. The court ordered a written apology and termed the situation evidence of bureaucratic chaos. It directed full cooperation with judicial authorities and sought accountability, noting the incident was “instigated” and not spontaneous, with arrests already made. (PC: India Today)

A major security breach occurred at the Delhi Legislative Assembly on April 6 when a masked man crashed a Uttar Pradesh-registered car through Gate No. 2, triggering high alert. The driver moved toward Speaker Vijender Gupta’s office, placed a flower bouquet near the porch, and fled. Despite CRPF deployment at the VIP gate, the less-secured entry was breached. Police, bomb disposal, and dog squads conducted thorough checks, finding no explosives. CCTV footage is being analyzed, and Special CP Ravindra Yadav supervised the probe. Authorities apprehended three individuals, including the driver, and recovered the vehicle, treating the incident as a serious security breach. (PC: Times Now)

A security scare unfolded at the Delhi Legislative Assembly in New Delhi on Monday afternoon when a masked man drove a Tata Sierra with a Uttar Pradesh registration, crashing through Gate No. 2 around 2 pm and breaching the high-security complex. Delhi Police arrested the accused and recovered the vehicle. The driver approached Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta’s office, placed a bouquet near the porch, and fled. CRPF personnel were present, and no explosives were found in the bouquet. Authorities launched a search, scanning CCTV footage to determine motive. The incident, following recent bomb threats during the budget session, has raised serious security concerns and is being treated as a potential breach.

A car broke into the Delhi Legislative Assembly after ramming the main gate on Monday. The vehicle entered the premises and moved inside briefly before escaping. Witnesses said the incident caused panic among staff and security personnel. The driver has not been identified so far. Delhi Police has started an investigation. Officials are checking CCTV footage and collecting forensic evidence. They are also questioning staff present at the time. Authorities said security systems are being reviewed. Entry points and emergency protocols are likely to be tightened after the breach. (PC: India Today)