A car driven by Bengali TV director Siddhanta Das killed one and injured six in Kolkata’s Thakurpukur Bazar on Sunday morning. The deceased, Aminur Rahman, was a Kolkata Municipal Corporation sweeper and a CPI(M) leader. Das, allegedly intoxicated, was arrested after locals thrashed him and co-passenger Shriya Basu, an executive producer, who collapsed at the scene. Both were reportedly partying all night after their show’s success. Witnesses say the car entered the crowded market from the Bishnupur side and rammed pedestrians. Police seized the vehicle and launched an investigation. The injured remain critical in CMRI and Kasturi hospitals. (PC: India Today)

Stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra has approached the Bombay High Court seeking to quash an FIR filed by Mumbai Police after he allegedly called Maharashtra deputy CM Eknath Shinde a “traitor” during a performance. Kamra argues the FIR violates his constitutional rights, including freedom of speech and expression. The case stems from a complaint by Shiv Sena MLA Murji Patel. Kamra, who lives in Tamil Nadu, was granted interim transit anticipatory bail by the Madras High Court. He skipped three police summons and clarified, “I will not apologise,” adding his remark echoed what Ajit Pawar had said about Shinde. (PC: X/kunalkamra88)

India's rivers are home to 6,327 endangered dolphins, with 6,324 Gangetic and 3 Indus dolphins, a new Wildlife Institute of India survey reveals. The Gangetic dolphin, India’s national aquatic animal, is found mostly in the Ganges-Brahmaputra basin. Conservationists warn of serious threats: poaching, accidental fishing net deaths, river cruise traffic, and habitat loss. Despite awareness efforts since 2009 and a recent research center, the dolphins remain vulnerable due to slow reproduction and reliance on echolocation. Experts stress that increased tourism and river noise could push the species toward extinction, mirroring the fate of China’s Baiji dolphin. (PC: Shutterstock)

Flight Lieutenant Siddharth Yadav, 28, lost his life when his Jaguar fighter jet crashed near Jamnagar, Gujarat. Just 10 days earlier, he had gotten engaged to Saniya, and their wedding was set for November. At his funeral, a grieving Saniya wept, saying, “Baby, you didn’t come to take me. You promised.” A viral video shows her pleading, “Let me see his face one more time.” Yadav’s last rites were held in his Haryana village with full military honors. He came from a family of military officers. The Indian Air Force has launched an inquiry into the crash. (PC: News18)

Comedian Kunal Kamra has asked Mumbai Police to record his statement via video conferencing after skipping three summons. He faces a case over a joke about Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde, calling him a “traitor.” The Khar Police summoned him for questioning on April 5, but he did not appear. Officers traveled to Pondicherry to investigate, as Kamra resides in Tamil Nadu. He has secured interim anticipatory bail from the Madras High Court until April 7. Kamra defended his joke, stating, "It is not against the law to make fun of leaders," and insisted he "won't apologize." (PC: India Today)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the new Pamban Bridge, restoring train services to Rameswaram after two years. The 2.08 km bridge, India’s first vertical lift sea bridge, replaces the old 1914-built structure. It allows ships to pass by lifting a 72.5-meter section. The project, costing ₹704 crore, connects Rameswaram with cities like Chennai, Ayodhya, and Bhubaneswar. Around 30 trains will operate on this route, with speeds adjusting to wind conditions. Built with anti-corrosive materials, the bridge is designed to last longer. The first train crossed within 20 minutes of the inauguration, marking a new era for railway travel. (PC: Nivedita Singh/News18)

Maharashtra Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis addressed key concerns over the controversial ₹10 crore grant to the State Waqf Board, asserting it was an administrative oversight during the caretaker government period. He confirmed the grant's withdrawal and announced an inquiry. Fadnavis also criticized the Congress for allegedly opposing the Waqf Amendment Bill due to vested interests in Waqf land. The clarification aims to counter political backlash and ensure procedural transparency. (PC: Times of India)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated India's first vertical lift sea bridge, the New Pamban Bridge, on April 6, 2025, connecting Rameswaram to the mainland. Spanning 2.08 kilometers with 99 spans and a 72.5-meter vertical lift span, it allows ships to pass by elevating up to 17 meters. Constructed with stainless steel reinforcement and protective coatings, the bridge is designed for durability and minimal maintenance. It accommodates dual rail tracks to meet future demands. Replacing the original 1914 Pamban Bridge, this modern structure enhances connectivity for pilgrims, tourists, and trade. (PC: Mint & PTI)

India's first comprehensive river dolphin survey reveals 6,327 individuals—6,324 Gangetic and 3 Indus dolphins—across 58 rivers in 10 states. Gangetic dolphins, India’s national aquatic animal, are endangered and nearly blind, relying on echolocation in murky waters. Their survival is threatened by fishing nets, poaching, collisions with boats, and the growing river cruise industry. Though conservation efforts have improved since 2009, including a national action plan and a dedicated research center, threats persist. With slow reproduction and growing human disturbance, experts warn of extinction risks similar to China’s Baiji dolphins. Despite challenges, conservationists remain cautiously optimistic, urging sustained efforts to ensure the species' survival. (PC: ShutterStock & Getty Images)

Authorities in Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, have issued notices to 300 individuals for staging a silent protest against the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025, by wearing black badges during Friday prayers on March 28. The protesters have been directed to appear before the court on April 16 and furnish bonds of ₹2 lakh each. The Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025, passed in the Lok Sabha with a 288-232 majority and later cleared by the Rajya Sabha with 128 votes in favour and 95 against, aims to improve management of Waqf properties, introduce transparency and efficiency, streamline administrative complexities, and leverage technology for better governance. Despite assurances from Union Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju that the legislation is not anti-Muslim, several minority groups and leaders have expressed concerns over the implications of the bill on religious autonomy and property rights. (PC: Al Jazeera)