Instances of false toll deductions from FASTag wallets have been identified, primarily due to incorrect vehicle number entries by toll operators. The NHAI has penalized toll collectors in 250 cases, imposing a Rs 1 lakh fine for each violation. This measure has significantly reduced such cases by 70%, with ongoing investigations and refunds issued for verified false deductions.

The Army on Sunday afternoon recovered the body of the eighth missing worker from the Mana avalanche incident, concluding the rescue operation. A total of 54 workers were trapped when the avalanche struck on February 28. Rescue teams employed thermal imaging, drones, and other equipment to locate survivors and recover bodies.

S Prabakaran has been re-elected as vice-chairman of the Bar Council of India for a five-year term. This marks his third consecutive term in the role. With 35 years of bar experience, Prabakaran aims to further the initiatives and policies for bettering the legal profession and education in India.

Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, founder of Art of Living, unveiled rare relics of the original Somnath Jyotirlingam in Delhi during a Maha Satsang titled Anandam. Delhi CM Rekha Gupta, who attended the event, praised the organization’s Yamuna cleanup efforts and announced plans for a riverfront project.

Congress MLA Basavaraju V Shivaganga predicts that deputy chief minister D K Shivakumar will become Karnataka's chief minister by December, continuing in the role for 7.5 years. The claim emphasises Shivakumar's significant contributions to the party's performance in elections and the high command's awareness of his efforts.

A special court in Mumbai has ordered the Anti-Corruption Bureau to file an FIR against former Sebi chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch and others for alleged stock market fraud. Despite prior complaints, no action was taken. The probe will be monitored by the court, with a status report needed in 30 days. Buch's term ended amid allegations of conflict of interest and regulatory lapses.

The water quality of the Ganga river in Bihar has been found unsuitable for bathing due to high levels of bacteriological pollution. The contamination is primarily from untreated sewage and domestic wastewater from cities along the river's banks, as indicated by the latest Bihar Economic Survey report.

Rahul Gandhi emphasizes unity within the Congress party in Kerala amidst internal discord following Shashi Tharoor's controversial remarks. In a high-level meeting, leaders stress discipline and a united front ahead of upcoming elections, with firm plans to challenge both LDF and BJP.

Kerala Industries Minister P Rajeeve highlights that efficient use of technology can reduce working hours while maintaining high productivity. The state is actively promoting itself as an investment destination with technology playing a pivotal role, attracting significant investment interests at the recent Investor Kerala Global Summit.

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann announced a crackdown on gangsters, smugglers, and criminals, emphasizing zero tolerance for drugs. He highlighted the efforts to dismantle drug supply chains and praised the police's role in maintaining peace. Mann also announced the recruitment of 10,000 new police personnel and the reduction in road accident casualties by 48.10% due to a new road safety force.

Union minister Raksha Khadse filed a police complaint after her daughter and friends were harassed by boys at an event in Maharashtra's Jalgaon district. The incident involved boys taking photos and videos, leading to unruly behavior. Chief minister Fadnavis confirmed the culprits' political affiliation and assured strict action. Maharashtra Congress chief Harshvardhan Sapkal criticized the law enforcement's handling of the situation.

Himani Narwal, a 22-year-old Congress worker, was found murdered, leading her family to suspect political rivalry as a motive. Her mother refuses to perform last rites until justice is served. Senior Congress leaders condemned the incident, calling for a high-level probe and a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to ensure the perpetrators are swiftly punished.

The Election Commission clarified that a duplication in EPIC numbers across states does not indicate fake voters, as one can only vote at their designated polling station. Efforts are being made to ensure unique EPIC numbers for all electors, with the ERONET 2.0 platform assisting in this correction process.

The Election Commission has addressed concerns about voters sharing identical EPIC numbers, explaining that distinct demographic details prevent voting violations. Duplication stemmed from a manual process before the ERONET database integration. The EC will ensure unique EPIC identifiers for all registered voters, with ERONET 2.0 updating and rectifying any duplicates identified.

Karnataka deputy CM DK Shivakumar opposed the proposed nation-wide delimitation exercise, accusing the central government of attempting to reduce Lok Sabha seats in southern states. He vowed to challenge this in court, while Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah demanded clarity on the delimitation process, suspecting potential disadvantages for southern regions.

The Supreme Court has acquitted a Haryana woman in a 23-year-old murder case, emphasizing that mere suspicion cannot lead to conviction. The prosecution's evidence, including the recovery of an axe, was deemed insufficient to conclusively link her to the crime.

The Supreme Court ruled that borrowers are not 'consumers' under the Consumer Protection Act if the loan is for profit-making purposes. This decision overturned an NCDRC order which had directed the Central Bank of India to compensate Ad Bureau Advertising Pvt Ltd for alleged incorrect reporting to CIBIL.

The Supreme Court of India directed Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan to compensate construction workers affected by the implementation of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) in Delhi-NCR. The states must use funds collected as labour cess for compensation, even without specific court orders.

The Delhi government will not provide fuel to vehicles older than 15 years starting April 1, to reduce vehicle emissions and pollution. Measures include installing equipment at petrol stations to identify such vehicles, and transitioning 90% of public CNG buses to electric by December 2025.