The Election Commission of India is set to streamline voter roll updates by electronically obtaining death registration data from the Registrar General of India. This initiative, enabled by amendments to the Registration of Births and Deaths Act, aims to reduce reliance on manual field visits. Booth level officers will still verify death information.

Delhi was hit by severe weather, resulting in fatalities and travel disruptions, while concerns arose at KIIT after another student death. Simultaneously, tensions escalated between India and Pakistan, marked by cross-border firing and airspace restrictions. Amidst these challenges, PM Modi is set to inaugurate the Vizhinjam Seaport, a significant step for India's maritime trade.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Vizhinjam International Seaport in Kerala, taking a subtle jab at the opposition INDIA bloc, noting the presence of Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan and Congress MP Shashi Tharoor. Vijayan expressed gratitude to PM Modi for dedicating the project, while Tharoor welcomed the Prime Minister to his constituency.

Amid rising tensions following the Pahalgam attack, Pakistani leaders Shehbaz Sharif and Asif Ali Zardari have vowed a strong response to any Indian aggression. India, meanwhile, has promised to hunt down the perpetrators, with PM Modi granting the armed forces full operational freedom.

Amid escalating tensions following the Pahalgam terror attack, the United States has affirmed its unwavering support for India against terrorism. The US State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce conveyed President Trump's full support to Prime Minister Modi, emphasizing ongoing communication with both Indian and Pakistani authorities.

The Trump administration has approved a $131 million sale of maritime domain awareness software and equipment to India. This sale aims to bolster India's maritime capabilities and strategic posture in the Indo-Pacific region. The US believes this will strengthen the US-Indian strategic relationship and promote stability and security in the region.

The Supreme Court dismissed a PIL seeking a retired judge-supervised probe into the Pahalgam attack, emphasizing that such petitions could demoralize security forces. The court advised the petitioner to approach relevant high courts for student protection concerns. Additionally, a petition seeking to halt the deportation of a family to Pakistan was mentioned, referencing a related High Court order.

Congress criticized PM Modi for previously dismissing Rahul Gandhi's caste census demand as «urban naxal mindset,» while now BJP leaders are claiming credit for the government's decision to enumerate caste in the delayed census. The CWC will convene to discuss the government's decision and potentially increase pressure on related demands, highlighting BJP's shift under Rahul's influence.

Amid rising tensions following the Pahalgama attack, Pakistani leaders Shehbaz Sharif and Asif Ali Zardari have vowed a strong response to any Indian aggression. India, meanwhile, has promised to hunt down the perpetrators, with PM Modi granting the armed forces full operational freedom.

The Delhi high court has found Yoga guru Ramdev in contempt for defying an earlier undertaking regarding disparaging remarks against Hamdard's Rooh Afza. The court expressed concern over Ramdev's lack of control and ordered him to remove an offensive social media video within 24 hours.

Home minister Amit Shah vowed to hunt down the perpetrators of the Pahalgam terror attack, which claimed 27 innocent lives. Speaking at a road-naming event, Shah asserted that the Modi government has a zero-tolerance policy towards terrorism and will ensure the attackers are held accountable for their cowardly act.

Bihar is set to host the Khelo India Youth Games for the first time from May 4-15, 2025, across five cities. Prime Minister Modi will virtually inaugurate the event, with fencing receiving special attention. Young athletes are intensively training, especially in Motihari, to represent Bihar in 27 sporting disciplines, with fencing competitions scheduled in Rajgir.

Shashi Tharoor welcomed PM Modi in Thiruvananthapuram, celebrating the commissioning of the Vizhinjam International Seaport. This deep-water transshipment port, a public-private partnership, aims to boost India's cargo capacity and reduce reliance on foreign ports. Kerala's CM hails it as a historic moment, with the port already handling significant vessel traffic and integrating into global shipping routes.

Amidst rising tensions between India and Pakistan following the Pahalgam terror attack, the UK government is calling for de-escalation and dialogue. A Tory peer has urged Britain to directly intervene by appointing a special emissary to facilitate discussions. Concerns have also been raised regarding protests in London, including a Pakistani diplomat's threatening gesture towards Indian demonstrators.

J&K police head constable Iftkhar Ali and his siblings faced deportation orders, allegedly due to a land dispute orchestrated by a relative. Ali, a long-time resident and government employee, was suddenly deemed a Pakistani national following a directive after the Pahalgam attack.

Mumbai Airport refutes IATA's claim that halting cargo flights and cutting passenger slots aims to push airlines to Navi Mumbai Airport. MIAL asserts the changes follow a transparent, regulator-driven process for infrastructure upgrades. They deny pressuring airlines and highlight extensive consultations with stakeholders, emphasizing compliance with regulations and commitment to fair coordination.

Delhi Police have filed a chargesheet against former AAP MLA Naresh Balyan under the MCOCA act, linking him to an organized crime syndicate allegedly operated by gangster Kapil Sangwan. The chargesheet names Balyan along with three other accused individuals, with the court scheduling the matter for consideration following Balyan's arrest in December.

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann declared his government won't release more water to Haryana, asserting the state has used its full share. This escalates a water-sharing dispute, especially after the BBMB decided to release 8,500 cusecs to Haryana, a move Punjab opposes. Mann accuses Haryana and Rajasthan of 'thuggery' and hints at an all-party meeting to address the crisis.

A controversy has erupted within the Bengal BJP as senior leader Dilip Ghosh's attendance at the Jagannath Dham temple inauguration with Mamata Banerjee sparks outrage. Swapan Dasgupta has criticized Ghosh's actions as a «betrayal,» intensifying the internal conflict. This division surfaces amidst the BJP's efforts to challenge Banerjee over the Murshidabad violence, highlighting a significant rift within the party.

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) announced that the Indian Army and Indian Air Force (IAF) variants of the Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) Dhruv have been cleared for operations, following recommendations from the Defect Investigation Committee. This clearance comes after the grounding of the Dhruv fleet due to a January 5 accident.

Following the Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 lives, Union Home Minister Amit Shah issued a strong warning, vowing that the perpetrators would face severe consequences. He asserted the Modi government's commitment to eradicating terrorism from India, emphasizing that those responsible will be held accountable.

Air Marshal Tejinder Singh has taken over as the Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Indian Air Force's Training Command in Bengaluru. Commissioned in 1987, the accomplished fighter pilot brings over 4,500 hours of flying experience to the role. Prior to this, he served as the Deputy Chief of the Air Staff.

The Indian community in the UK rallied in London, displaying solidarity after the Pahalgam terror attack and countering a protest by pro-Khalistani and Pakistani groups outside the Indian High Commission. Waving the Indian flag and chanting anti-terrorism slogans, the diaspora condemned the attack that killed 26 civilians. The demonstration was organised as a powerful rebuttal to the anti-India rally, which was organised by fringe separatist elements.

On International Labour Day, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge greeted workers and raised concerns about their struggles under the current government. He criticized the reduction in MNREGA funding, opposed the Labour Code for increasing working hours and easing worker dismissals, and highlighted the issue of unemployment and lack of income growth.

The BJP has criticized the Congress party regarding the inclusion of caste-based enumeration in the upcoming census, questioning their historical inaction. Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan accused former PM Nehru of opposing caste-based reservations, leading to the discontinuation of caste census after 1931.

External affairs minister Jaishankar discussed the Pahalgam terrorist attack with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, emphasising the need for justice against those responsible. Rubio conveyed condolences and reaffirmed US commitment to counter-terrorism cooperation with India. Tensions are escalating along the LoC with increased ceasefire violations, prompting India to consider retaliatory measures.