Police in Uttar Pradesh’s Hathras are searching for Rajnish Kumar, the suspended Chief Proctor of Seth Phool Chand Bagla PG College. He is accused of sexually abusing students and blackmailing them using hidden camera recordings. An anonymous letter, sent to police and NDTV, alleged Kumar exploited students in exchange for passing marks and job opportunities. A pen drive with 59 obscene videos was enclosed. Police have filed charges, including rape and sexual harassment. However, Kumar remains at large, and victims fear coming forward. Authorities are under pressure to ensure justice.

In Vadodara, a tragic incident unfolded as 20-year-old law student Rakshit Chaurasia, allegedly under the influence, drove a speeding Volkswagen Virtus GT Plus, colliding with multiple two-wheelers. The crash resulted in the immediate death of a woman and left four others seriously injured. CCTV footage prior to the accident shows Chaurasia drinking from a bottle before entering a friend's residence. After spending approximately 45 minutes there, he switched to the driver's seat, taking control of the car. Post-accident, witnesses reported Chaurasia behaving erratically, shouting phrases like "Another round, another round!" and chanting "Om Namah Shivay." He has since been arrested and faces charges including culpable homicide.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared memories of his childhood struggles in a conversation with US podcaster Lex Fridman. “I collected used chalk in school to polish my white canvas shoes,” he said. The shoes were a gift from his uncle, and he wanted to keep them clean despite not having proper polish. Modi reflected on his poverty but said he never felt burdened. He also spoke about Vadnagar’s rich history, saying, “Every stone spoke. Every wall had a story to tell.” His later efforts as Chief Minister led to major excavations uncovering the town’s Buddhist heritage.

A company is facing backlash for strict Holi rules. A Reddit post showed a manager’s message banning colours at work and denying leave. Employees arriving with Holi colours would be marked absent. The company called Holi a "Business Critical Day" and warned against falling sick or having emergencies. A "sandwich salary deduction" policy would cut extra pay for leave around holidays. The post went viral, with people calling it toxic work culture. Many criticised the rules, saying emergencies cannot be controlled. Some even suggested mass resignations as a protest against the company’s strict policies.

Tragic accident in Vadodara claimed the life of 35-year-old Hemali Patel and left her husband, Purav Patel, critically injured. The couple was riding a scooter with their daughter when a speeding car hit them in the Karelibaug area. Five others were also injured. The driver, Rakshit Chaurasia, a law student, was allegedly intoxicated. A viral video showed him acting strangely. He has been arrested and charged with culpable homicide. Witnesses say the car was moving at high speed. One of the injured, Vikas Kevlani, has called for strict action to prevent such accidents.

In February 2025, law student Rakshit Chaurasia was involved in a disturbance at a Fatehgunj apartment in Vadodara, where he and others allegedly threatened a lawyer who confronted them. The incident was resolved at the Sayajigunj police station after Chaurasia and his companions issued a written apology, leading to no formal charges. On March 13, 2025, Chaurasia was implicated in a fatal car accident in Vadodara's Karelibaug area, resulting in one death and eight injuries. Eyewitnesses reported erratic behavior and suspected intoxication, though Chaurasia denied being under the influence, attributing the crash to a pothole and sudden airbag deployment. He has been charged with culpable homicide not amounting to murder and is currently in police custody.

Karnataka Rakshana Vedike (Ka.Ra.Ve), led by president T.A. Narayana Gowda, has expressed support for Tamil Nadu’s decision to replace the Devanagari script rupee symbol with the Tamil script version. The organisation commended Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin for this move, highlighting it as an important step for preserving Dravidian languages. In a letter to Stalin, Ka.Ra.Ve acknowledged the Dravidian movement's significance for southern India and urged all southern states to follow Tamil Nadu's example in safeguarding regional languages. The Devanagari script rupee symbol has been used officially by the Indian government for 16 years.    

A fire broke out around 1 a.m. on March 16, 2025, in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of the gynaecology department at Kamla Raja Hospital in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh. The blaze originated from an air-conditioner, likely due to a short circuit. Hospital staff, including guards and ward boys, promptly evacuated over 190 patients, among them 13 from the ICU, by breaking windows and relocating them to a super-specialty hospital within the Gajra Raja Medical College campus. Firefighters from the Gwalior Municipal Corporation swiftly controlled the fire. No casualties were reported, and all patients are safe. Authorities have initiated an investigation into the incident.

On March 14, 2025, in Vadodara's Karelibaug area, a speeding car driven by 23-year-old law student Rakshit Chaurasia collided with multiple vehicles, resulting in the death of Hemaliben Patel and injuries to at least four others, including two children. Chaurasia, initially denying intoxication, later admitted to consuming bhaang (cannabis) during Holika Dahan celebrations. He claimed the accident occurred after hitting a pothole, which deployed the airbags and obstructed his vision, causing loss of control.  During a crime scene reconstruction, Chaurasia was observed limping and holding his ears. Police have registered a case of culpable homicide not amounting to murder and are conducting a detailed investigation, including forensic analysis and tracking the movements of Chaurasia's co-passenger.

  A grenade attack targeted the Thakurdwara temple in Amritsar, Punjab, with the incident captured on CCTV. Authorities are investigating a potential Pakistan link, given past cross-border terror threats. The explosion caused panic among locals, though no casualties were reported. Security forces have launched a probe, analyzing footage to identify suspects and their motives. The attack raises concerns about renewed terror activities in Punjab. Officials are also examining whether it aligns with previous incidents linked to Khalistani elements or Pakistan-backed groups. Increased security measures have been deployed in the area to prevent further attacks.