Since mid-December, the Indian Navy's Operation Sankalp in the Arabian Sea has conducted 18 rescue missions following attacks on merchant ships in the Gulf of Oman in June 2019. Responding to the Israel-Hamas conflict's impact, the Navy has dealt with 18 incidents in the Red Sea corridor between December 2023 and March 2024. Serving as the foremost responder and favored security ally in the Indian Ocean Region, the Navy provided assistance to several nations amidst escalating piracy risks and drone/missile strikes in crucial trade routes, reaffirming its pivotal role in safeguarding maritime security and facilitating international cooperation.

Heavy rains in Pakistan's northwest claimed eight lives, mainly children, with 12 injured, reports official Anwar Shahzad. Collapsed rooms from the downpours caused fatalities, including three siblings aged 3 to 7 from one family. The tragedy unfolded within 24 hours due to delayed winter rains this year, starting in February instead of November. Monsoon and winter rains annually wreak havoc in Pakistan.

Odisha Government Prepares for Hot Weather. With the IMD forecasting hot and humid conditions, morning classes mandated for all schools from April 2, 7 AM to 11:30 AM. SRC urges district collectors to ensure safety, while departments tasked to mitigate heat wave risks. Measures aimed at preventing casualties due to potential heat wave. Primary, secondary, and higher secondary schools, including private institutions, directed to adjust schedules. Government issues advisory for district preparedness.

The Ministry of External Affairs disclosed active cooperation with Cambodian authorities, facilitating the rescue and repatriation of approximately 250 stranded Indians. The Indian Express uncovered a distressing situation, reporting that over 5,000 Indians are allegedly being held against their will in Cambodia. These individuals are reportedly compelled to engage in cyber fraud schemes targeting people in India. The government estimates losses totaling Rs 500 crore over the past six months due to these illicit activities.

In Balochistan's mining hub, Dukki District, tragedy struck as heavy rain caused a coal mine collapse, burying five miners under debris in the Meraj Coal area. Police confirmed the incident, revealing that the workers were ending their night shift when disaster struck. Despite rescue efforts, the miners could not be saved. Witnesses recounted the workers' unawareness of the looming danger as they prepared to leave. The deceased received medical treatment at the hospital before being returned to their families. The Express Tribune reported the heartbreaking event, shedding light on the risks miners face in the region's hazardous working conditions.

The Congress party disclosed receiving fresh notices from the Income-Tax department, citing demands of Rs 1,745 crore for assessment years 2014-15 to 2016-17. This, added to prior notices for assessment years 1994-95 and 2017-18 to 2020-21, brings the total demand to Rs 3,567 crores. Alleging "tax terrorism" by the ruling BJP government, the party claims these actions aim to financially weaken it ahead of the Lok Sabha elections. Notably, these notices arrived shortly after the Congress criticized the government's financial strategies.

Mayank Yadav dazzled on his IPL 2024 debut for Lucknow Super Giants, unleashing the season's fastest delivery at 155.8 kmph against Punjab Kings. Despite joining LSG for Rs 20 lakh in 2022, injury kept him on the sidelines until now. With 12 T20 wickets in 10 matches and 34 List A wickets in 17 matches, Mayank, representing Delhi domestically, proved his mettle. Though his standout performance in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2023-2024 semi-finals couldn't lift Delhi past Punjab, his IPL debut showcased his promising talent.

The CBI has closed its investigation into alleged aircraft leasing irregularities by the National Aviation Corporation of India Ltd. Congress leader Jairam Ramesh calls for PM Modi's apology over corruption allegations against the previous government. Ramesh alleges the case's closure is due to a BJP-NCP alliance, claiming former minister Praful Patel's BJP affiliation influenced the decision. He urges Modi to apologize to ex-PM Manmohan Singh and the nation, citing Modi's past focus on corruption accusations.

Indian-origin teenager Yuvan Thakkar, diagnosed with cancer, experiences life-changing treatment in the UK. The NHS-funded Cancer Drugs Fund (CDF) supports innovative therapies like CAR T therapy, benefiting 100,000 patients. Yuvan, 16, from Watford, became the first UK child to receive tisagenlecleucel (Kymriah) through CDF. Great Ormond Street Hospital provided remarkable care. Yuvan expresses gratitude for the transformative treatment, emphasizing the positive impact on his life.

Opposition leaders, led by Congress's Jairam Ramesh, are gearing up for the INDIA bloc's rally at Ramlila Maidan on Sunday. They're rallying under the banner of the Save Democracy Rally, focusing on inflation, unemployment, inequality, and recent arrests of opposition figures like Arvind Kejriwal. This marks their first major gathering since Kejriwal's arrest over alleged excise policy irregularities. Leaders from AAP, Congress, Shiv Sena, Samajwadi Party, NCP, Trinamool Congress, JMM, and DMK will join forces to address concerns about democracy, economic hardships, and political targeting. Both party and traffic police preparations have intensified for the event.