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DAC Approves Strategic Expansion of S-400 Missile Shield and First Indigenous ‘Ghatak’ Stealth Drones
27 Mar

DAC Approves Strategic Expansion of S-400 Missile Shield and First Indigenous ‘Ghatak’ Stealth Drones

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): In a significant move to fortify India’s national security, the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) on Friday, March 27, 2026, approved the procurement of five additional S-400 Triumf air defence systems and 60 "Ghatak" indigenous stealth combat drones. Chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, the apex body’s decision draws heavily on the successful performance of existing S-400 batteries during last year's Operation Sindoor against Pakistan. The new S-400 systems, estimated to cost approximately $6.1 billion (₹63,000 crore), will effectively double India's long-range surface-to-air missile capability, building upon the original five-system contract signed in 2018. The S-400 has…
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Supreme Court Stirred as Complainant Challenges Anticipatory Bail for Swami Avimukteshwaranand
27 Mar

Supreme Court Stirred as Complainant Challenges Anticipatory Bail for Swami Avimukteshwaranand

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): The legal battle surrounding Jyotish Peeth Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati intensified on Friday, March 27, 2026, as the original complainant, Ashutosh Brahmachari Maharaj, moved the Supreme Court seeking to cancel the anticipatory bail granted to the religious leader. The petition challenges the Allahabad High Court’s March 25 order, which provided protection from arrest to the Shankaracharya and his disciple, Mukundanand Giri, in a high-profile case involving allegations of child sexual abuse. Ashutosh Maharaj contended that the High Court failed to adequately weigh the "extreme severity" of the charges and expressed grave concerns that the influential accused…
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Jaishankar Pushes for Global Governance Reform and Maritime Security at G7 in Paris
27 Mar

Jaishankar Pushes for Global Governance Reform and Maritime Security at G7 in Paris

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Paris (Bureau): External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Friday, March 27, 2026, intensified India's diplomatic outreach at the G7 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Paris, holding high-stakes discussions with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud. Amid the intensifying West Asia crisis, Jaishankar’s engagements focused on stabilizing global energy flows and securing vital trade corridors. Describing his talks with Rubio as "useful" and his meeting with the Saudi counterpart as "pleasing," the minister took stock of the evolving regional security situation while reinforcing bilateral cooperation with key strategic partners. Addressing two pivotal sessions…
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PM Modi Chairs High-Level Meet on West Asia Crisis; Urges Team India Approach for Economic Stability
27 Mar

PM Modi Chairs High-Level Meet on West Asia Crisis; Urges Team India Approach for Economic Stability

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday, March 27, 2026, chaired a high-level virtual meeting with Chief Ministers and Lieutenant Governors to review India's preparedness amid the escalating West Asia crisis. Emphasizing a "Team India" approach, the Prime Minister urged states to ensure advance planning in the agriculture sector, particularly by monitoring fertilizer storage and distribution ahead of the upcoming Kharif season. He called for strict measures against hoarding and profiteering to maintain the smooth functioning of essential supply chains. The meeting follows significant central interventions to shield the domestic economy from global energy shocks. PM Modi…
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Government Eases Fuel Burden, Cuts Excise Duty on Petrol and Eliminates It on Diesel
27 Mar

Government Eases Fuel Burden, Cuts Excise Duty on Petrol and Eliminates It on Diesel

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): In a significant step aimed at softening the impact of rising global oil prices, the Centre has announced a steep reduction in excise duties on petrol and diesel across India. Under the revised structure, excise duty on petrol has been reduced to ₹3 per litre from ₹13, while diesel will now attract no central excise duty, down from ₹10 per litre. The move is expected to bring down retail fuel prices and offer relief to consumers grappling with inflation. The decision comes at a time when international energy markets remain under pressure due to ongoing geopolitical…
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Lok Sabha Clears Finance Bill 2026 as Sitharaman Hits Back at Opposition Over Welfare, Economy
26 Mar

Lok Sabha Clears Finance Bill 2026 as Sitharaman Hits Back at Opposition Over Welfare, Economy

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): The Lok Sabha passed the Finance Bill 2026 through a voice vote, with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman strongly countering criticism from opposition parties including the Congress, Trinamool Congress and Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam. Replying to the debate, Sitharaman accused opposition-ruled states of obstructing key central welfare schemes. She alleged that benefits under initiatives like PM KISAN and Ayushman Bharat were delayed or denied in certain regions, particularly targeting West Bengal. The minister also criticised the opposition alliance for raising issues in Parliament while remaining absent during responses, calling it a repeated pattern of conduct. Highlighting economic indicators,…
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Air India Resumes Direct Delhi–Rome Flights After Six Years
26 Mar

Air India Resumes Direct Delhi–Rome Flights After Six Years

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): After nearly six years, Air India has restarted its non-stop service between Delhi and Rome, strengthening its presence in Europe and reconnecting the two capitals. The airline launched a four-times-a-week direct service to Rome Fiumicino Airport, making Rome its eighth destination in mainland Europe and second in Italy after Milan. Flight AI123 departed Delhi at 1:32 pm on March 25 and landed in Rome the same evening. The return flight reached Delhi the next morning. The inaugural flight was welcomed by officials, including India’s Ambassador to Italy Vani Rao, along with airport authorities and airline representatives.…
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Sukhna Lake to remain closed for general public from March 26 to 28 in view of air show
26 Mar

Sukhna Lake to remain closed for general public from March 26 to 28 in view of air show

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National Times Bureau :- The Chandigarh Administration has announced that the Sukhna Lake will remain closed for general public from March 26 to March 28 in view of the air show scheduled at the Lake on March 27 and 28.  No entry at the Lake will be allowed without prior bookings. The lake will reopen to the public at 1:30 PM on March 28. A full dress rehearsal for the air show will take place on March 27.  Around 10,000 people are expected to attend each day. The lake will remain closed for walkers during these two days, and arrangements…
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India Slams Pakistan Over Andrabi Verdict Remarks, Says ‘No Locus Standi’ in Judicial Matters
25 Mar

India Slams Pakistan Over Andrabi Verdict Remarks, Says ‘No Locus Standi’ in Judicial Matters

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): India on Wednesday strongly rejected Pakistan’s criticism of the sentencing of Kashmiri separatist leader Asiya Andrabi, asserting that Islamabad has “no locus standi” to comment on the country’s internal judicial processes.Responding to the remarks, Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said New Delhi “categorically rejects” Pakistan’s statement, accusing it of supporting terrorism and condoning violence.“Pakistan has no locus standi to comment on matters internal to India or its judicial processes. It is not surprising that a country with a history of sponsoring terrorism has issued such a statement,” he said.The reaction came after a Delhi…
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Modi Tells Trump West Asia War Must End Soon; Govt Calls Pakistan ‘Dalaal’ at All-Party Meet
25 Mar

Modi Tells Trump West Asia War Must End Soon; Govt Calls Pakistan ‘Dalaal’ at All-Party Meet

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): Prime Minister Narendra Modi has conveyed to Donald Trump that the ongoing West Asia conflict must end soon, warning that the war is hurting all sides, the government informed Opposition leaders during an all-party meeting on Wednesday.At the meeting, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar reportedly described Pakistan as a “dalaal” (broker) nation in the context of its alleged mediation efforts in the crisis. He said there was “nothing new” in such a role, adding that Pakistan had historically been “used” by the United States since 1981. “We are not a dalaal nation,” Jaishankar told attendees.The meeting,…
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