The BJP-led NDA government praised former PM Narasimha Rao and his finance minister Manmohan Singh for their role in economic liberalization in 1991. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta highlighted their efforts in the Supreme Court, stating that while many laws were liberalized, the Industry (Development and Regulation) Act, 1951, remained unchanged, giving the government overarching control over industries.

Baba Ramdev and his disciple Balkrishna appeared before the Supreme Court and admitted to giving misleading advertisements about Patanjali products, apologizing with folded hands. The court criticized their actions, stating there was a procedure to get products recognized by a competent authority and admonishing them for irresponsible behavior. Despite their defense of ignorance of the law, the court reminded them of previous orders they had violated.

Gujarat high court supports compulsory retirement of non-performing district judges at 50, emphasizing judges' representation of the State and sovereign judicial power, distinct from other government services.

Credit dispute arises as Mumbai crime branch and Bandra police clash over Gujarat suspects' arrest in Salman Khan's Bandra residence shooting, highlighting controversies over case management and information sharing.

RJD questions Nitish's absence at Modi's rallies, criticizes PM's focus on trivial issues. Tejashwi lists Bihar's achievements, challenges PM's contributions. Lalu criticizes BJP's lies about Bihar's development. Overall, leaders express dissatisfaction with current governance and election tactics.

Delhi's LG VK Saxena criticized Atishi for politicizing a woman's water-related death. Earlier, Delhi minister Atishi sought an inquiry into water scarcity issues and asked LG to fire the CEO of the Delhi Jal Board. Saxena cited Economic Survey data and accused AAP of deceiving with free water. L-G accused of hindering Delhi Jal Board.

The Maoist danger looms big over Chhattisgarh's tribal Bastar (ST) seat as it prepares for the first phase of voting on April 19. With 350 military companies on patrol, drone monitoring, and IAS choppers hovering overhead, the stage is set for a bitter battle between the Congress and the BJP for control of the tribal heartland.

Rakesh Tikait, a prominent farmer leader, encourages voting for the right candidates without party support, criticizes BJP's alignment with industrialists, and highlights the farmers' disillusionment with all political parties in the elections.

Senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi launched an attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday over the electoral bond issue, describing it as a «form of extortion» and alleging «intimidatory tactics» against targeted businessmen. «There are some people in every small town or village who extort money on the streets by threatening physical harm. In Malayalam you call this extortion 'kolla adikkal' (loot), but Modi calls it electoral bonds. What a common thief is doing on the streets, the PM is doing at an international level,» Gandhi alleged.

On Tuesday midday, at least 18 Maoists were killed in a significant engagement with security forces in the deep forests of Bastar's Kanker district. Three Border Security Force and District Reserve Guard men were injured by bullets during the incident, and evacuation was ongoing. This is one of the biggest killings in an operation in Bastar.

The Congress party has strongly criticized India's ambassador to Ireland for his disparaging remarks towards the opposition party. Jairam Ramesh, the party's general secretary, condemned Ambassador Akhilesh Mishra's behavior, stating it was inappropriate for him to openly attack opposition parties like a «party apparatchik.» Ramesh called for the ambassador's dismissal.

CM Yogi Adityanath emphasizes law and order success in UP, highlighting no riots under his tenure, with criminals fearing punishment. He showcases this success in various states, addresses divisive politics, and ensures respect for faith and wide scheme implementation.

Mohammed Abdul Arfath's body brought to Hyderabad after found dead in Cleveland. Missing since March, he was studying in the US. Family received ransom demand. Tragic incidents involving Indian students in the US.

The US state department spokesperson on Monday addressed recent publications about democratic decline in India and reaffirmed New Delhi as an important strategic partner to Washington. While responding to a question in a press briefing, Mathew Miller said 'India is the world's largest democracy, it is an important strategic partner of the United States, and I expect that to remain true.'