The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has launched a money laundering investigation into an international drug trafficking racket linked to a former DMK functionary, Jaffer Sadiq. Arrested by the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), Sadiq's alleged involvement in smuggling pseudoephedrine worth over Rs 2,000 crore prompted the probe. The ED will examine if proceeds from the illicit drug trade were used to acquire assets. Amidst assertions of no party affiliation, Sadiq's expulsion from DMK and BJP's accusations dubbed DMK as "Drug Marketing Kazhagam." The case unraveled after NCB's raid following a tip-off from Australian and New Zealand authorities.

Following the unexpected resignation of Election Commissioner Arun Goel, the Centre is set to appoint two new election commissioners by March 15. Goel's departure, just before the announcement of Lok Sabha election schedules, leaves Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar as the sole member. Speculations arise over Goel's resignation, attributed to personal reasons. The selection process, overseen by a search committee and a selection committee led by the Prime Minister, aims to fill the vacancies swiftly. Goel, a 1985-batch IAS officer, joined the Election Commission in 2022, with a tenure extending till 2027.

Cheetah 'Gamini' has given birth to five adorable cubs at Kuno National Park in Madhya Pradesh, announced Union Minister Bhupender Yadav. The litter, marking the fourth on Indian soil, signifies a significant milestone in India's cheetah reintroduction project. Born from cheetahs brought from South Africa, this litter brings the total number of cheetahs in the park to 26. Minister Yadav commended the efforts of forest officers, vets, and field staff in creating a conducive environment for the successful mating and birth of the cubs. This development propels Gamini's legacy forward, showcasing the park's commitment to wildlife conservation.

At Gulshan Dhaba in Murthal, Haryana, 38-year-old liquor trader Sunder Malik was shot dead by unidentified assailants. The attackers, caught on CCTV, fired approximately 35 rounds as Malik tried to defend himself. The gruesome event unfolded as he slept in his SUV, parked at the dhaba. The police, informed by the dhaba owner, have formed 8 teams to apprehend the culprits. The motive remains unclear, with no confirmed gangwar angle. This tragic event follows the recent killing of INLD leader Nafe Singh Rathi in a similar ambush in Jhajjar district on February 26.

A grim incident unfolded at a Delhi Jal Board plant near Keshopur Mandi as a man tragically lost his life after falling into a 40-foot deep borewell. AAP leader Atishi confirmed the grim discovery, stating that the rescue team found the man deceased. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the man's entry into the borewell room and subsequent fall. The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) played a crucial role in the rescue efforts. Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has ordered the sealing of all abandoned borewells in the city within 48 hours, promising strict action against those responsible.

Tragedy struck a family in Rajasthan as an SUV fatally struck four members, including a pregnant woman, on their way to a marriage event. Chotu Ram, Suman (8 months pregnant), their toddler Hrithik, and another family member lost their lives in Degana. The victims, laborers hired for the event, were waiting for a bus when the Scorpio hit them; the driver fled. The bodies, now with the family, prompt a police search for the runaway driver. The incident occurred early morning, and authorities have registered a case in response to this devastating accident.

In a unique event at Santosh Garden, Dwarka, notorious gangsters Kala Jathedi and Anuradha Choudhary are set to get married, sanctioned by the court. The wedding, scheduled for March 12, will host around 200 guests, including 150-200 police personnel from various units, ensuring security. Jathedi's Grah Prawesh ceremony in Sonepat will involve Haryana Police. Delhi Prisons and the 3rd Battalion will escort Jathedi during his parole. The venue boasts hydraulic platforms for the jaimala and a "golden theme" decoration. The guest list, still under consideration, will be shared with DCP Dwarka. Security details remain undisclosed due to safety concerns.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate 15 airport projects, including 12 new terminals, with a total investment exceeding ₹42,000 crore in Azamgarh, Uttar Pradesh. Union Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia announced the milestone, highlighting the virtual inauguration of projects in Pune, Kolhapur, Gwalior, Jabalpur, Delhi, Lucknow, Aligarh, Azamgarh, Chitrakoot, Moradabad, Shravasti, and Adampur. PM Modi will also virtually unveil the Gwalior aerodrome terminal and a statue of Raj Mata Vijayraje Scindia. This event marks a historic moment, with 15 airports inaugurated or receiving foundation stones in a single day, a first in the past 75 years.

In West Delhi's Keshopur Mandi, a person fell into a 40-foot borewell at a Delhi Jal Board water treatment plant around 1 am on Sunday. The National Disaster Response Force and Delhi Fire Services are conducting a rescue operation. Delhi minister Atishi is overseeing the progress. DFS chief Atul Garg mentioned deploying five fire tenders, and NDRF plans to dig a parallel borewell. The victim's identity remains unknown. In a separate incident, a 24-year-old woman fell into a borewell in Rajasthan's Ramnagar Dhosi village last month, resulting in her tragic death despite rescue efforts led by Gangapur District Collector Dr. Gaurav Saini.

Protesting farmers in Punjab, organized by the Samyukta Kisan Morcha and Kisan Mazdoor Morcha, plan to block railway tracks in Ferozepur, Amritsar, Rupnagar, and Gurdaspur districts during a 'rail roko' protest on March 10. Farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal urges the government to ensure legal guarantee for Minimum Support Price (MSP) on all crops. Kisan Mazdoor Morcha leader Sarwan Singh Pandher announces the railway track blockades. Affiliated unions, including Bharti Kisan Union (Ekta Ugrahan) and Krantikari Kisan Union, will also participate. The protest aims to press for MSP legislation, criticizing the government for importing palm oil but not prioritizing farmers' MSP.