Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended Holi greetings, hoping the festival strengthens national unity. After his two-day state visit to Mauritius, he expressed gratitude for the warm hospitality. PM Modi attended the Mauritius National Day parade and received the country's highest civilian award.

PDP chairperson Mehbooba Mufti criticized the Uttar Pradesh CM for allegedly creating divisions between Hindus and Muslims. She warned this division could deteriorate the communal harmony, similar to Pakistan under Zia-ul-Haq. With Holi coinciding with Ramzan, leaders advised Muslims to stay indoors to avoid conflict.

Diplomatic tensions between India and Bangladesh persist, but their military cooperation remains robust. The recent 'Bongosagar' naval exercise showcased joint efforts to tackle maritime challenges and improve operational coordination, highlighting the ongoing strategic importance of collaboration despite regional geopolitical complexities.

The Tamil Nadu government, led by MK Stalin, has replaced the Rupee symbol with the Tamil script 'ரூ' for the state's 2025-26 budget, sparking a renewed language debate with the Centre. BJP leaders criticized this decision, emphasizing the national significance of the Rupee symbol, initially designed by a Tamilian.

Congress leader Tikaram Jully caused controversy by labeling Madhuri Dixit as a 'second-grade star' during a discussion about the IIFA event's benefits to Rajasthan. He claimed no top-tier actors, aside from Shah Rukh Khan, attended. BJP MLA Balmukund Acharya defended the event's importance.

Congress has accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of orchestrating deals between Indian telecom companies and Starlink to gain favor with President Trump via Elon Musk. Concerns were raised over national security and the sudden acceptance of Starlink services by Airtel and Jio. The partnerships are aimed at enhancing connectivity in rural areas.

The Enforcement Directorate conducted multiple raids in Karnataka in connection with a gold smuggling case involving actress Ranya Rao, who was arrested for attempting to smuggle gold from Dubai. Investigations point to a possible nexus with a smuggling syndicate, as additional officials and foreign nationals are also implicated.

Isro has successfully undocked two satellites after their first docking as part of the SpaDex mission, laying the groundwork for multiple future docking attempts. This critical advancement will help Isro conduct repeated and reliable docking operations, crucial for missions like Chandrayaan-4.

Following the return of a killed youth's body to his family in Manipur's Kangpokpi, authorities anticipate an end to protests and blockades in the district. However, tensions persist as the Kuki-Zo community demands a separate hill state, conflicting with the Constitutional framework. Efforts are ongoing to engage with both Meitei and Kuki-Zo communities for a resolution within Constitutional bounds.

Allahabad High Court has ordered the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) to whitewash the Sambhal Jama Masjid's outer facade and the mosque committee to cover the expenses within a week. The decision followed a petition by the mosque management committee. The court will reevaluate the situation on April 8, considering further conditions set by the ASI report.

Former Haryana CM Bhupinder Singh Hooda downplayed BJP's victory in the municipal elections, noting that the party has won before. Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini commended local body's role in achieving PM Modi's vision. BJP secured nine mayoral posts, except in Manesar. In Faridabad, Mayor-elect Parveen Joshi pledged to address local issues.

Posters of UP CM Yogi Adityanath at a rally in Kathmandu caused a stir, highlighting the historical ties between Nepal's former monarchy and Gorakhsh Peeth. Pradeep Bikram Rana, who waved the poster, claimed persecution by Kathmandu authorities, prompting his escape. The Shah dynasty, which aligns with the Gorakhnath sect, maintains traditional ties with the temple, sending offerings annually.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Mauritian PM Navinchandra Ramgoolam inaugurated the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute of Public Service and Innovation in Mauritius, furthering India's role as a global development partner. Funded by a $4.7 million Indian grant, the institute aims to train Mauritian civil servants and enhance research and governance collaboration.

India and Mauritius have upgraded their relationship to an Enhanced Strategic Partnership. Prime Minister Modi emphasized cooperation in defense, maritime security, trade, and development. India will support Mauritius with a new Parliament building and a rupee-denominated line of credit for water pipeline replacement. Both countries reaffirmed commitment to a secure and open Indian Ocean.

CBI raided the premises of a retired NCLT official in a bribery case involving a legal firm and an NCLT litigant. The firm allegedly demanded Rs 1.5 crore for a favourable order, later reduced to Rs 1 crore. Rs 20 lakh had been paid before the CBI intervened, registering a case and searching involved parties.

Madhya Pradesh's 2025-26 budget sees a 15% increase over the previous year, reaching Rs 4,21,032 crore. Despite no new taxes, several key schemes face cuts, including Ladli Behna Yojana. Major cuts are also seen in allocations for primary and secondary schools, and PM Gram Sadak Yojana.

The government's Poshan Tracker data reveals that as of February, 8.8 crore children aged 0-6 years were enrolled in Anganwadis. Out of them, 8.5 crore children were measured on growth parameters. The Ministry highlights a 37.7% stunting rate and 17.1% underweight rate among these children. The government's data shows improvement compared to National Family Health Surveys.

The post-mortem reports of three youths from Kathua who were found dead suggest they died from trauma injuries caused by an accidental fall. There were no signs of physical assault or gunshot wounds, ruling out a terrorist attack. They were last in contact with family members before losing their way to a wedding, with alcohol found at the scene.

Two woman journalists, Pogadadanda Revathi and Bandi Sandhya, were arrested in Hyderabad for circulating a derogatory video about Telangana CM A Revanth Reddy. The video, involving an elderly farmer, led to a complaint from the Congress’s social media cell. Their arrest sparked criticism from BRS's KT Rama Rao, questioning Congress's stance on free speech.

The India Meteorological Department issued health risk warnings due to a heatwave affecting Konkan, Vidarbha in Maharashtra, and southwest Rajasthan. Temperatures have soared above normal, with Pune reaching 40.2°C. Vulnerable populations are advised to avoid heat exposure and stay hydrated. Some regions might see a temperature decline from Thursday, as Maharashtra's Akola reached 41.3°C, the state's highest.

Socialite Shalini Passi has been summoned by the Meerut unit of Directorate General of GST Intelligence in a case of alleged GST evasion linked to Pasco Motors LLP. Allegations involve split invoicing to apply different GST rates. Her lawyer denies the accusations, which have been challenged in court. Further investigation and compliance are awaited.

Jharkhand cabinet has approved new recruitment rules for police, excise, home guard, and prison departments, introducing a uniform physical endurance test for constable posts. Male candidates must complete a 1.6 km run in six minutes, while female candidates must finish it in ten minutes, significantly reducing the previous strenuous requirements.

Uttarakhand High Court acquitted a polio-affected man convicted of rape and ordered the state government to compensate him with Rs 5 lakh due to investigation flaws. The man, an employee at a cybercafe, had been serving a 20-year prison sentence. The court cited his physical condition making the charges questionable and found improper police investigation.

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah backed Tamil Nadu's campaign against the population-based delimitation, contrasting with his deputy's cautious stance. A Tamil Nadu delegation proposed a joint action committee, aiming to involve multiple states. The protest revolves around accusations of bias against southern states in the delimitation process. Siddaramaiah condemned actions that weaken democracy and federal principles.

An Indian Army soldier stationed at the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir was injured by cross-border firing from Pakistan in the Rajouri district. The incident occurred at Kalsiyan of Nowshera sector. Another explosion took place in the Poonch district later, though no casualties were reported.

Maharashtra's transport minister, Pratap Sarnaik, admitted that employees' provident fund and gratuity were used to cover daily expenses and salary hikes for the Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation. The opposition demanded a complaint against the MSRTC's managing director. Sarnaik assured that future improper use of funds would be avoided and employees would not lose interest on diverted money.

BJP dominated the municipal polls in Haryana, winning nine out of ten mayoral seats. Woman candidates secured seven mayoral positions. CM Nayab Singh Saini hailed the outcome as public endorsement. Congress suffered setbacks, including in Rohtak. Some independent candidates also triumphed, notably in Manesar and Faridabad. BJP claimed 90% of councillor seats.

Interpol red corner notice led to the arrest of Lithuanian national Aleksej Besciokov at Varkala, Kerala, for financial fraud in the US. Besciokov, a co-founder of the cryptocurrency exchange Garantex, is accused of laundering billions through criminal organizations and faces an indictment unsealed by the US justice department.

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has won all the presidential seats and a mayoral seat in Ambala, Kurukshetra, and Yamunanagar districts of Haryana, except for the Barara Municipal Council. The elections were peaceful, with significant vote margins in favor of BJP candidates in Ambala City, Ambala Sadar, Thanesar, Ismailabad, and Yamunanagar-Jagadhri.