A gunfight is underway between security forces and terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua district. Three terrorists have been spotted in the upper reaches, prompting reinforcements to be deployed. The operation is part of an ongoing anti-terror mission in the region. Security personnel are engaged in a heavy exchange of fire, ensuring civilians are kept safe. Authorities remain on high alert as the situation unfolds. More details are awaited as the operation continues. The encounter highlights ongoing counterterrorism efforts in J&K. (PC: PTI)

Mumbai Police visited comedian Kunal Kamra’s Dadar home on Monday after he failed to appear for questioning over his joke on Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde. Kamra, who lives in Tamil Nadu, criticized the visit, saying, “Going to an address where I haven’t lived for 10 years is a waste of public resources.” Multiple FIRs have been filed against him, including complaints from a hotelier and a businessman. The Madras High Court granted him interim anticipatory bail until April 7. Kamra’s joke, uploaded on YouTube, sparked outrage among Shiv Sena leaders, who demand an apology. (PC: X/@KunalKamra88)

Mumbai Police reached comedian Kunal Kamra’s house on Monday over a joke about Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. The police had earlier sent two summons to Kamra after an FIR was filed on March 24. Shiv Sena leader Rahool Kanal warned that Kamra would be "welcomed in Shiv Sena style" if he visited Mumbai. Kamra, who lives in Tamil Nadu, has court protection from arrest until April 7. He refused to apologize and condemned the vandalism of his show’s venue. The controversy has led to multiple defamation cases against him in Maharashtra. (PC: Youtube)

Nidhi Tewari, a 2014 batch Indian Foreign Service (IFS) officer, has been appointed as Private Secretary to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Previously serving as Deputy Secretary in the Prime Minister's Office (PMO), Tewari hails from Varanasi and secured the 96th rank in the 2013 Civil Services Examination. Before joining the PMO, she worked in the Ministry of External Affairs' Disarmament and International Security Affairs Division. Her appointment reflects the increasing presence of IFS officers in the PMO, aligning with the government's emphasis on foreign policy and international engagements, especially with India's G20 presidency. (PC: Dainik Tribune & Bharat 24)

Renuka alias Banu, a top Maoist leader with a ₹25 lakh bounty, was killed in an encounter with security forces in Chhattisgarh’s Dantewada district. The gunfight, which began at 9 AM, involved the District Reserve Guard (DRG) and police teams from Chhattisgarh, Karnataka, and Telangana. Banu, in charge of the Naxal media team, was a resident of Telangana’s Warangal. Security forces recovered an INSAS rifle, ammunition, and other items from the site. This marks a significant blow to Naxal operations in the Bastar region, where 119 Naxalites have been killed in 2025 alone. (PC: New18)

West Bengal police have thwarted attempts to incite communal tensions in Howrah’s Shyampur ahead of Eid and Ram Navami. Two individuals were identified for putting up inflammatory posters, and cases have been registered against them. Authorities are on high alert, urging citizens to report suspicious activities. ADG Law and Order Javed Shamim assured that police are ready to prevent any unrest. Meanwhile, political tensions flared as TMC and BJP accused each other of fueling communal discord. With past incidents of clashes during religious rallies, Bengal police are maintaining strict vigilance to ensure peace during the upcoming festivals. (PC: India Today)

A Lamborghini owned by YouTuber Mridul Tiwari struck two pedestrians in Noida’s Sector 94 on Sunday. The luxury car, reportedly being test-driven by Deepak Kumar, a car dealer from Rajasthan, lost control and hit laborers sitting on the footpath. The injured, hailing from Chhattisgarh, sustained leg fractures but are out of danger. Police confirmed that Tiwari, a YouTuber with over 18 million subscribers, was selling the vehicle when the accident occurred. The driver claimed a technical fault caused the crash. A viral video showed him asking if anyone had died. Investigations are ongoing. (PC: Instagram/themridul_)

A high-speed Lamborghini test drive in Noida’s Sector 94 ended in chaos as the vehicle lost control, injuring two laborers. Witnesses claimed the car was speeding at 300 kmph before crashing into workers sitting on the pavement. The driver, identified as Deepak from Ajmer, was arrested, while the car, owned by YouTuber Mridul Tiwari, was seized. Police confirmed Deepak was not under the influence of alcohol. The victims, suffering leg fractures, are recovering in the hospital. A viral video showed the driver asking, “Did anyone die?” sparking outrage. Authorities are investigating the exact cause of the accident. ( pc: ANI)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the first Vande Bharat Express to Kashmir on April 19, departing from Katra. This event marks the completion of the 272-kilometer Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla rail link project. Initially, the Jammu-Katra-Srinagar Vande Bharat Express will operate from Katra, as the Jammu railway station is currently under renovation. Trial runs on the Katra-Baramulla route have been successfully conducted, and the Commissioner of Railway Safety approved the service between Katra and Kashmir in January. The introduction of this train is expected to significantly reduce travel time between Jammu and Srinagar, providing a modern and efficient rail service for the region. (PC: The Tribune & Business Standard)

On March 30, 2025, the Bengaluru-Kamakhya Superfast Express derailed near Nergundi station in Odisha's Cuttack district, resulting in one fatality and multiple injuries. In response, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced that the Odisha government will bear all medical expenses for the injured passengers, ensuring they receive the best possible treatment. The state has set up emergency helplines and deployed relief teams to assist victims. Rescue operations have concluded, and authorities are working swiftly to clear the accident site and restore train services. An investigation into the cause of the derailment is underway.