The PDP and NC are engaged in a heated dispute over the abrogation of Article 370, sparked by claims in a new book. PDP defends its alliance with BJP as principled and aimed at protecting Article 370, while accusing NC of secret deals with the BJP. Mehbooba Mufti alleges Omar Abdullah proposed an NC-BJP alliance after the 2014 elections.

India has withdrawn transhipment facilities for Bangladeshi exports due to actions by Dhaka affecting bilateral trade, according to the External Affairs Ministry. This decision follows Bangladesh's suspension of Indian yarn imports and closure of three land ports. The move aims to address congestion at Indian ports and airports.

Pakistan's army chief, Gen Asim Munir, delivered a provocative speech urging Pakistanis to uphold the 'two-nation theory,' sparking concerns in India. Intelligence sources view this as a diversionary tactic amid internal security challenges and escalating conflicts with the TTP and Baloch insurgents.

Following Tahawwur Rana's extradition, India has urged Pakistan to bring the perpetrators of the 26/11 Mumbai attacks to justice, emphasizing Pakistan's continued shielding of those responsible. India reiterated its commitment to cooperating with Pakistan for a swift conclusion to the trial, while also highlighting Pakistan's reputation as a hub for global terrorism and ISI's involvement in the attacks.

India strongly refuted Pakistan's «two-nation» theory, asserting that Pakistan's sole connection to India is the liberation of illegally occupied territories. This response followed Pakistan's army chief's endorsement of the theory, emphasizing fundamental differences between Hindus and Muslims. Assam's Chief Minister reacted by stressing the need to strengthen India's nationhood, dharma, and civilizational values.

BJP leader Sambit Patra has intensified the attack on Sonia and Rahul Gandhi, labeling the National Herald case a «robbery» rather than money laundering. He accused them of being «modern dacoits» involved in a blatant robbery. This statement follows the Enforcement Directorate's chargesheet against them and others in connection with the case, scheduled for court arguments on April 25.

Following recent violence in Murshidabad, West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee announced she would visit the area and requested Governor CV Ananda Bose to postpone his trip. The state government will build houses for victims, while an SIT investigates the unrest. The Governor plans to assess the situation and address future prevention, with over 250 arrests made and security forces deployed.

The Bombay High Court has issued summons to Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis regarding a petition challenging his 2024 victory in the Nagpur South West assembly seat. Congress' Prafulla Vinodrao Gudadhe filed the petition, alleging procedural lapses and corrupt practices during the election. The court has set a returnable date for the summons on May 8.

Indian Institute of Astrophysics researchers have revisited the ultra-diffuse galaxy, NGC 1052-DF2, challenging previous assumptions about its dark matter deficiency. The study suggests the galaxy possesses a 'cored' dark matter halo, unlike earlier 'cuspy' models. This new model indicates a more evenly spread dark matter distribution, potentially aligning NGC 1052-DF2 with standard galaxy formation theories.

The Supreme Court has temporarily suspended key provisions of the Waqf Act, directing the government to maintain the status quo until the next hearing. This decision comes amid challenges to the Act's constitutional validity, with concerns raised about the registration of waqfs by user and potential impacts on existing properties.

An Indian national's US B1/B2 visa application was swiftly denied after a brief interview, sparking online discussion. The applicant, planning a Florida vacation, was rejected due to lack of travel history and having a girlfriend in the US, raising concerns about potential overstay. Reddit users suggest building a travel record and being cautious about revealing personal connections during interviews.

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar has criticized the Supreme Court's directive setting a timeline for the President to decide on bills, arguing it undermines the constitutional role of the office. He questioned the judiciary's authority to issue such directives, emphasizing the President's immunity from prosecution.

The Supreme Court was informed that a forensic report on leaked audio clips, potentially implicating former Manipur CM N. Biren Singh in ethnic violence, is ready and will be submitted in a sealed cover.

Rajesh Kumar Singh and David Williams co-chaired the India-UK Defence Consultative Group meet in London. They discussed strengthening military cooperation and defence capabilities. Nirmala Sitharaman and Rachel Reeves held the India-UK Economic and Financial Dialogue. The UK announced 400 million euros in export and investment deals with India. Both sides reaffirmed commitment to collaboration in financial services and digital economy.

Rahul Gandhi, the former Congress president, is scheduled to visit the United States next week. During his visit, he will engage with faculty members and students at Brown University in Rhode Island on April 21 and 22, delivering a talk and participating in discussions.

The Supreme Court has agreed to review whether Muslims can choose Indian succession law over Sharia for ancestral property matters without abandoning their faith. Notices have been issued to the Centre and Kerala government, seeking their responses to a petition filed by a Kerala resident.

Robert Vadra, accompanied by Priyanka Gandhi, faced a third day of questioning by the ED in Delhi regarding a 2008 land deal in Haryana. The investigation centers on alleged money laundering related to a land purchase by Skylight Hospitality. Vadra has condemned the investigation as political vendetta, questioning why BJP members haven't been summoned despite allegations against them.

The Supreme Court questioned the Centre's move to remove 'waqf by user' from the Waqf Amendment Act, 2025, fearing the erasure of longstanding religious properties. The court raised concerns about properties lacking formal documents and the exclusion of non-Muslims from waqf boards.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to intervene with Saudi Arabia following the sudden cancellation of the Private Haj quota. This decision has caused distress among thousands of Indian Muslim pilgrims, including those from Tamil Nadu, who were preparing for the upcoming Haj.

All India Muslim Jamat has issued a fatwa against actor Vijay, urging Muslims to disassociate from him. The AIMJ president cited Vijay's negative portrayal of Muslims in films and the invitation of gamblers and liquor consumers to his Iftar party as reasons for the decree.

West Bengal BJP president Sukanta Majumdar met with the DGP, alleging that recent violence in Murshidabad was instigated by calls from a mosque loudspeaker, citing victims' accounts. He accused the TMC government of sheltering those with a divisive mentality and warned against the misuse of religious institutions. Suvendu Adhikari also accused TMC leaders of orchestrating the communal violence.

BSP chief Mayawati has criticized the Samajwadi Party's PDA campaign, alleging it exploits Dalits for political advantage and incites tension. She cautioned Dalit, backward, and Muslim communities against being misled by SP's tactics. Mayawati also advised Dalit leaders to focus on educating their community about their own history rather than commenting on other communities' icons.

Sebi's investigation reveals Gensol Engineering promoters, Anmol and Puneet Jaggi, diverted company funds for personal enrichment, including luxury purchases and stock manipulation. They misused loans, forged documents, and misled regulators. Funds were used to buy a luxury flat and inflate Gensol's stock price through artificial trading.

Kerala High Court has issued notices to Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, his daughter T Veena, and others concerning alleged financial dealings between Cochin Minerals and Rutile Ltd and Veena’s firm. This action follows a PIL seeking a CBI inquiry into the matter.

Congress has denounced the ED's National Herald case as a politically motivated attack orchestrated by the BJP, asserting that Young India, a not-for-profit entity, has not engaged in any financial impropriety. AICC leaders highlighted the absence of any crime under relevant laws, accusing the Modi government of diverting attention from critical issues like unemployment and economic decline.

BJP dismissed Congress's vendetta claims after the Gandhis were charged in the National Herald case, asserting that no one is above the law. Ravi Shankar Prasad urged Congress to address the allegations, highlighting the misappropriation of real estate worth thousands of crores. Sudhanshu Trivedi clarified that the probe began in 2013 under the UPA government, refuting claims of political vendetta.

The Supreme Court has emphasized that India's linguistic diversity should be celebrated, not be a cause for division. The court upheld the use of Urdu, alongside Marathi, on a signboard in Maharashtra, dismissing the misconception that Urdu is foreign to India. It cautioned against associating language with religion, highlighting Urdu's Indian origin and its role in the nation's cultural heritage.

The Supreme Court, during a hearing on petitions challenging Waqf Act changes, acknowledged some provisions as beneficial but sought clarification on others. Concerns were raised regarding 'waqf by user' property scrutiny and the inclusion of non-Muslim members in Waqf bodies.

A Delhi court has demanded an explanation from Tihar Jail authorities regarding the co-location of Christian Michel James, an AgustaWestland case suspect, with undertrial Shahnawaz, despite the latter's history of disciplinary issues. James alleges inmates cut deals for special treatment and recounts surviving poisoning attempts during his six-year imprisonment.