March
01.03.2025
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Saturday
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White House Lost Ukraine

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The morning began with coverage of Trump and Zelenskyy's unprecedented confrontation at the White House, which evolved from initial reports of a heated exchange to revelations about a failed minerals deal. By afternoon, European leaders, particularly Italy's Meloni, rallied behind Zelenskyy, while NATO expressed concerns about US support sustainability.

The Chamoli avalanche rescue operation continued, with 50 workers rescued and 4 deaths confirmed. A container discovery yielded 17 more survivors, leaving 5 still missing as heavy snowfall hampered operations.

Delhi government announced a ban on fuel sales to 15-year-old vehicles starting April 1, while Haryana's CM suspended 25 police officers including 4 DSPs in a paper leak case. The Telangana tunnel rescue operation reached a critical phase as trapped workers' locations were identified through ground-penetrating radar.
02.03.2025
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Sunday
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Day of Three Falls: Snow, Money and Cricket

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The Chamoli avalanche rescue operation reached its conclusion with 46 workers saved and 8 casualties, marking the end of a three-day crisis that began near Badrinath. The operation's completion coincided with IMF warnings about market volatility affecting India's middle class.

By afternoon, attention shifted to the Champions Trophy match in Dubai, where India's batting struggled before Shreyas Iyer's 79 set a 250-run target. Varun Chakravarthy's five-wicket haul secured India's 44-run victory over New Zealand, setting up a semifinal clash with Australia.

The Mumbai court's order for FIR registration against former SEBI chief Madhabi Puri Buch generated institutional tension, with SEBI announcing it would challenge the decision. This development adds complexity to ongoing market regulation debates amid economic uncertainties.
03.03.2025
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Monday
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Day Suitcase Revealed Congress Murder

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The morning began with Oscar coverage, quickly overshadowed by the arrest in Congress worker Himani Narwal's murder case. By afternoon, CCTV footage showed the accused dragging a suitcase containing her body, transforming a missing person case into a media spectacle.

The news of UP resident Shahzadi Khan's February 15 execution in UAE emerged through court proceedings, highlighting gaps in diplomatic communication. The Supreme Court's handling of YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia's case prompted broader discussions about content regulation.

Mayawati's expulsion of nephew Akash Anand from BSP marked a significant political shift, while controversy erupted over Congress spokesperson's comments about cricketer Rohit Sharma's fitness ahead of the Champions Trophy semifinal. Evening coverage focused on a thwarted terror plot targeting Ram Mandir, with an arrest near Delhi.
04.03.2025
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Tuesday
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Day India's Cricket Chase Masked Trump's Trade War

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Trump's implementation of 25% tariffs on Canadian and Mexican imports, coupled with the suspension of Ukraine military aid, dominated morning coverage. Markets responded negatively, with the Sensex dropping over 350 points.

By afternoon, attention shifted to the Champions Trophy semi-final in Dubai, where India chased Australia's 264. Virat Kohli's 84-run innings, following two early wickets, guided India to a four-wicket victory and their fifth Champions Trophy final appearance.

Maharashtra minister Dhananjay Munde's resignation over his aide's involvement in a sarpanch murder case developed throughout the day, initially reported as health-related before details emerged. The Supreme Court's ruling that terms like 'Miyan-Tiyan' or 'Pakistani' do not constitute criminal offense generated discussion about hate speech boundaries.
05.03.2025
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Wednesday
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Trade War Sparked New Walls

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Trump's first Congress address since returning to office set off international trade tensions, announcing reciprocal tariffs against India starting April 2. The speech, his longest first joint address, prompted immediate retaliation threats from Canada, including potential power cuts to 1.5 million US homes, while China warned of military preparedness.

The Modi cabinet approved two major ropeway projects for Kedarnath and Hemkund Sahib, promising to reduce pilgrim travel time from 9 hours to 36 minutes. The arrest of Karnataka DGP's actor-daughter Ranya Rao for smuggling 14.8kg gold dominated afternoon coverage.

In Dubai, New Zealand defeated South Africa by 50 runs in the Champions Trophy semifinal, setting up a final against India. The match extends India's unbeaten run in the tournament, following yesterday's victory over Australia.
06.03.2025
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Thursday
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Khalistani Storm Meets London's Late Response

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The morning began with reports of Khalistani protesters attempting to disrupt External Affairs Minister Jaishankar's London visit, tearing the Indian flag. By afternoon, UK's Foreign Office issued a "strong condemnation," leading India to summon their chargé d'affaires.

Trump's statements on Hamas hostages and potential Pakistan travel ban merged with ongoing trade tension coverage. The US immigration policy shift threatening "self-deportation" of thousands of Indians received extensive coverage.

26/11 accused Tahawwur Rana's last-ditch effort to prevent extradition, citing the UK's Bhandari case ruling, dominated legal coverage. The arrest of Karnataka DGP's daughter Ranya Rao for gold smuggling continued from yesterday, with revelations of 27 Dubai trips in one year.

Evening coverage focused on a coal mine collapse in Betul killing three workers, while defense reports highlighted C-17 aircraft landing in Kargil amid regional tensions.
07.03.2025
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Friday
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Trump's Three Letters Day

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The morning news cycle centered on Trump's delay of Canada-Mexico tariffs and SpaceX's Starship explosion near the Bahamas. By noon, Trump's letter to Iran's Supreme Leader seeking nuclear negotiations emerged, followed by threats of new sanctions against Russia - a significant shift from his previous Ukraine stance.

Two military incidents marked the afternoon: an IAF Jaguar fighter crash in Panchkula (pilot safe) and another Air Force incident in Bagdogra. The Supreme Court's rejection of 26/11 accused Tahawwur Rana's final extradition plea generated extensive coverage.

Evening reports focused on Trump's claim that India agreed to cut tariffs, while China offered support against US trade pressure. Stalin's call for a meeting of seven state leaders over delimitation concerns gained momentum, revealing growing regional resistance to central policies.
08.03.2025
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Saturday
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Manipur's Bleeding Freedom March

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Trump's claims that "India has agreed to cut tariffs way down" dominated morning coverage, continuing his tariff pressure campaign from previous days. Newspapers extensively reported his statements across Hindi, English, and regional language outlets.

By mid-morning, attention shifted to Delhi's new welfare scheme promising ₹2,500 monthly to women with annual income below ₹3 lakh, with AAP criticizing it as inadequate while BJP defended its implementation.

A horrific assault on an Israeli tourist in Karnataka gained significant coverage, with authorities confirming two arrests and one death. Rahul Gandhi's internal criticism of Gujarat Congress, claiming "half its members work for BJP," generated political controversy.

The day's most significant development came from Manipur, where the first day of "free movement" implementation led to violent clashes between Kuki protesters and security forces, resulting in one death, 27 injuries, and a shutdown announcement in Kuki-dominated areas. This marks a critical escalation in the long-running ethnic conflict.
09.03.2025
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Sunday
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Cricket Trophy Triumph Amid VP Dhankhar's Health Scare

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Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar's hospitalization at AIIMS with chest pain dominated early morning coverage, with Prime Minister Modi visiting him. The day's narrative quickly pivoted to the Champions Trophy cricket final in Dubai, where India defeated New Zealand by four wickets to claim their third title and second ICC trophy in nine months. The match unfolded dramatically with Rohit Sharma's aggressive start followed by middle-order challenges.

Continuing tensions from previous days appeared in reports of Trump's tariff pressure on India, with Indian sources clarifying that no agreement has been reached despite Trump's claims. The California Hindu temple vandalization received strong condemnation from India's government, demanding strict action against perpetrators.

Regional stories included escalating violence in Manipur, where clashes between Kuki protesters and security forces continued from yesterday. CPM's state conference in Kerala confirmed Pinarayi Vijayan would continue to lead the party.
10.03.2025
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Monday
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Champion's Trophy Celebration Ignites Mhow Violence

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India's third Champions Trophy victory dominated early coverage, with Rohit Sharma and Shreyas Iyer's performances extensively praised. By mid-morning, reports emerged of violent clashes in Madhya Pradesh's Mhow during victory celebrations, with CCTV footage showing stone-pelting that reached residents' bedrooms.

Political developments included Mark Carney replacing Justin Trudeau as Canada's Prime Minister, prompting speculation about improved India-Canada relations after recent tensions. Enforcement Directorate officials faced stone-pelting while exiting former Chhattisgarh CM Bhupesh Baghel's residence during a raid connected to an alleged liquor scam.

Vanuatu's cancellation of fugitive businessman Lalit Modi's citizenship received substantial coverage, citing his alleged attempt to evade extradition to India. By evening, social media platform X experienced its third global outage of the day, with Elon Musk claiming it resulted from a coordinated cyberattack by a "group or country."
11.03.2025
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Tuesday
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Pakistan Train Hostage Crisis and India's Tariff Dance

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The Baloch Liberation Army's hijacking of the Jaffar Express train in Pakistan dominated coverage. The crisis escalated throughout the day, with initial reports of 100 hostages growing to claims of 450, and militants threatening mass executions if security forces intervened. By afternoon, BLA issued a 48-hour ultimatum demanding prisoner releases, as Pakistani forces launched rescue operations.

India firmly rejected Trump's claim that it had committed to tariff reductions, with officials telling Parliament "no commitments" were made. The financial impact of Trump's trade policies reverberated across Asian markets, with analysts suggesting India might ultimately outperform neighbors despite turbulence.

Controversy emerged around BJP legislator Ketaki Singh's demand for separate hospital wards for Muslims. Meanwhile, Modi's Mauritius visit received ceremonial coverage, highlighting strategic importance and cultural ties with the "Mini India" nation, amid concerns about China's regional influence.
12.03.2025
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Wednesday
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Train Siege's Bloody Resolution

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The Pakistan train hijacking crisis dominated Indian coverage. Early reports indicated Baloch Liberation Army militants wearing suicide vests held hundreds hostage in mountainous terrain. By morning, they released video showing how they derailed the Jaffar Express. Conflicting casualty claims emerged throughout the day - Pakistan initially reported 155 rescued, then claimed operation success with all 33 militants killed and 21 passengers dead, while BLA maintained they still held 154 hostages.

Indian politics featured BJP's decisive victory in Haryana municipal elections, winning 9 of 10 mayoral posts and delivering a crushing defeat to Congress in its strongholds. Meanwhile, India-Mauritius signed eight strategic agreements during PM Modi's visit.

In international developments, Ukraine agreed to a US-proposed 30-day ceasefire with Russia, though Russian airstrikes continued on Kyiv. Trump expressed hope Putin would accept the proposal, while Zelenskyy confirmed Ukraine's commitment to peace.
13.03.2025
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Thursday
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Stalin's Rupee Symbol Rebellion

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Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Stalin escalated the language row by replacing the rupee symbol (₹) with Tamil script (ரூ) in state budget documents. This symbolic act drew immediate criticism from BJP leaders, with Finance Minister Sitharaman condemning it as promoting "secessionist sentiments" and demonstrating a "dangerous mindset." Ironically, the rupee symbol was designed by a Tamil person whose father was a DMK legislator.

The Pakistan train hijacking aftermath showed conflicting narratives, with Pakistani officials claiming successful rescue operations while the Baloch Liberation Army maintained otherwise. Taliban firmly rejected Pakistan's allegations of Afghanistan connections to the attack.

International tensions eased slightly as Putin conditionally agreed to Trump's 30-day Ukraine ceasefire proposal but noted "serious questions" remained. Meanwhile, actress Ranya Rao's gold smuggling case developed with revelations she learned concealment techniques from YouTube.

Security forces remained on high alert across northern India with Holi celebrations coinciding with Friday prayers during Ramzan.
14.03.2025
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Friday
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Harmony of Colors Between Festivals

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The coincidence of Holi celebrations with Ramzan's Friday prayers showcased India's religious coexistence. In Sambhal, UP—site of previous communal tensions—mosques were covered with tarpaulins as Holi processions passed, with authorities reporting no incidents despite high security deployment across northern India.

Putin acknowledged Modi and Trump's efforts in Ukraine peace initiatives while responding to Trump's appeal to spare Ukrainian soldiers' lives with a guarantee of safety if they surrender. This followed yesterday's conditional ceasefire acceptance.

In Tamil Nadu, the budget presentation continued the language controversy, with the state allocating its own funds for education to compensate for central government dues withheld in the rupee symbol dispute.

Other developments included actress Ranya Rao's bail rejection in her gold smuggling case and Mark Carney being sworn in as Canada's new Prime Minister replacing Trudeau.
15.03.2025
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Saturday
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Rescue Mission for Stranded Astronauts

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The morning's headlines focused extensively on NASA and SpaceX launching the Crew-10 mission to retrieve Indian-American astronaut Sunita Williams and colleague Butch Wilmore from the International Space Station. By afternoon, attention shifted to mounting domestic tensions, with violence erupting during Holi celebrations in Jharkhand's Giridih district leading to torched vehicles and shops, while similar incidents in West Bengal's Birbhum prompted authorities to suspend internet services.

The Amritsar temple grenade attack dominated evening coverage, with police arresting three Babbar Khalsa-linked suspects in Bihar who were allegedly attempting to flee to Nepal. The attack was linked to Pakistan's ISI.

Gold smuggling case developments continued with actress Ranya Rao claiming she was slapped, starved and forced to sign blank papers while in custody. Her stepfather, Karnataka DGP Ramachandra Rao, was subsequently sent on compulsory leave. Meanwhile, Trump's administration reportedly considered imposing travel restrictions on 43 countries including Pakistan.
16.03.2025
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Sunday
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Trump's Wrath on Houthis Day

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US airstrikes against Houthi rebels in Yemen dominated the morning headlines, with casualty figures rising from 15 to 31 throughout the day. Trump's warning that "hell will rain down" accompanied reports that he personally watched the strikes unfold. By mid-morning, focus shifted to Baloch Liberation Army's suicide attack on a Pakistani military convoy, with conflicting casualty reports (7-90 dead) following recent train hijacking violence.

The killing of Lashkar-e-Taiba commander Abu Qatal in Pakistan received significant coverage, described as Hafiz Saeed's close aide and mastermind behind attacks in Jammu-Kashmir. This coincided with communal tensions during Holi celebrations across multiple states.

By afternoon, attention turned to PM Modi's extensive podcast interview with American AI researcher Lex Fridman, where he discussed his humble beginnings, Pakistan's "betrayal" of peace initiatives, and defended his handling of the 2002 Gujarat riots as mischaracterized by "misinformation."
17.03.2025
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Monday
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Aurangzeb's Tomb Ignites Nagpur Violence

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Morning headlines featured escalating Pakistan domestic violence, with 57 attacks in 48 hours claimed by Baloch Liberation Army and TTP militants, continuing the instability reported yesterday. Defense Minister Rajnath Singh pressed US Intelligence Director Tulsi Gabbard to act against Khalistani separatist group SFJ during their morning meeting, where PM Modi later gifted her Maha Kumbh water.

China responded positively to Modi's comments about India-China relations from his Lex Fridman podcast, describing it as a "dragon-elephant dance." Modi also joined Trump's Truth Social platform, posting an appreciative message to the former president.

By late afternoon, violent clashes erupted in Nagpur over Hindu nationalist groups' demands to remove Mughal emperor Aurangzeb's tomb. The demonstration by VHP and Bajrang Dal members escalated into stone-pelting, arson, and vehicle vandalism. A senior police officer was attacked with an axe, and authorities imposed Section 144 prohibitory orders while arresting at least 15 people.
18.03.2025
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Tuesday
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Aurangzeb's Tomb Ignites Nagpur

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Violence over Mughal emperor Aurangzeb's tomb dominated coverage throughout the day, with clashes in Nagpur escalating overnight into curfew across 11 areas. Morning reports detailed 33 injured police officers including 3 DCPs, with one attacked by an axe. By mid-morning, CM Fadnavis blamed the film "Chhaava" for stoking anti-Aurangzeb sentiment, calling the violence "premeditated" as authorities made over 50 arrests.

Simultaneously, international developments received significant attention, with Trump and Putin concluding a significant two-hour call resulting in agreement on a 30-day suspension of Russian attacks on Ukrainian energy infrastructure.

NASA astronaut Sunita Williams' imminent return to Earth after nine months in space garnered emotional coverage, with PM Modi's heartfelt letter to "India's daughter" widely published.

The Election Commission and Home Ministry discussed plans to link Voter IDs with Aadhaar cards despite earlier Supreme Court restrictions.
19.03.2025
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Wednesday
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Sunita's Homecoming and Fahim Khan's Arrest

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NASA astronaut Sunita Williams returned to Earth after 286 days in space, with extensive coverage of her SpaceX Dragon spacecraft's dramatic splashdown off Florida's coast. Media reported on a tense 7-minute communications blackout during reentry when temperatures reached 1900 degrees. PM Modi welcomed her home, saying "Earth missed you."

Fahim Khan, identified as the mastermind behind the Nagpur riots, was arrested and remanded to police custody. FIRs revealed disturbing details including the molestation of a female police officer during the violence. CM Fadnavis firmly stated "no Islamic prayer mat was burned" and vowed to find perpetrators "even from graves," while RSS declared Aurangzeb "irrelevant today."

By afternoon, Punjab Police cleared the Shambhu and Khanauri protest sites after 13 months, detaining around 700 farmers including leaders Jagjit Singh Dallewal and Sarwan Singh Pandher. Authorities deployed 5,000 personnel and used bulldozers to demolish protesters' structures.
20.03.2025
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Thursday
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Naxal Bloodbath Day

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Security forces killed 30 Naxalites in twin encounters in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur and Kanker districts, with Home Minister Shah claiming India will be Naxal-free by March 2026. The operation represents the largest single-day Maoist casualty count in recent years.

Elon Musk's X filed a lawsuit against the Indian government, alleging arbitrary censorship under the IT Act. Government sources responded that platforms must follow legal requirements.

Following the clearance of farmer protest sites at Shambhu and Khanauri borders yesterday, authorities reopened the highway after 13 months of blockade. Detained farmer leaders began a hunger strike in custody.

The IPL cricket schedule faced disruption with KKR vs LSG match shifted from Kolkata to Guwahati due to security concerns during Ramnavami.

Karnataka witnessed a political scandal with a minister claiming 48 politicians have been honey-trapped, prompting calls for high-level investigation.
21.03.2025
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Friday
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Cash Discovery in Judge's House Fire Day

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A fire at Delhi High Court Justice Yashwant Varma's residence sparked a judicial scandal when unaccounted cash was allegedly discovered, prompting the Supreme Court collegium to transfer him. By afternoon, contradictory statements emerged, with the Delhi Fire Service chief claiming no cash was found during their operation.

Home Minister Amit Shah dominated Parliament with claims of a 70% reduction in Kashmir terrorism, stating terrorists are now "buried on the spot" rather than glorified. He promised to eliminate Naxalism by March 2026, following yesterday's major operation that killed 30 Naxalites.

Karnataka politics remained volatile with 18 BJP MLAs suspended after protesting a bill granting 4% reservation in government contracts to Muslims. The bill also doubled salaries of ministers and MLAs.

AAP reorganized its leadership after Delhi election losses, with Manish Sisodia appointed as Punjab in-charge and Saurabh Bharadwaj taking Delhi responsibilities.
22.03.2025
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Saturday
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Southern States Unite Against Delimitation Day

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Chief Ministers from five southern states met in Chennai to oppose the upcoming delimitation process, passing a resolution demanding a 25-year freeze. They argued states with successful population control should not lose parliamentary representation.

The Supreme Court formed a three-member committee to investigate Justice Yashwant Varma after cash was allegedly discovered at his residence during yesterday's fire, later releasing videos showing half-burnt currency notes in gunny bags.

IPL 2025 began with a star-studded opening ceremony featuring Shah Rukh Khan, Shreya Ghoshal, and Disha Patani. RCB defeated KKR by 7 wickets in the inaugural match, with Virat Kohli and Phil Salt scoring half-centuries.

The CBI filed a closure report in the Sushant Singh Rajput case, concluding it was suicide without abetment.

Trump's policy canceling temporary legal status for 530,000 migrants from four countries received significant coverage, with the Indian government advising its citizens abroad to comply with local laws.
23.03.2025
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Sunday
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Burning Cash Exposes Judge Varma

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The Delhi High Court Justice Yashwant Varma scandal dominated coverage as the Supreme Court released videos showing partially burnt cash bundles found at his residence. Additional burnt notes were reportedly discovered in garbage outside his house, contradicting earlier denials. The controversy deepened with Justice Varma facing potential transfer, suspension, or termination.

IPL cricket maintained high visibility with two high-scoring matches: Sunrisers Hyderabad setting the second-highest IPL total (287) against Rajasthan Royals, featuring Ishan Kishan's century, and Chennai Super Kings defeating Mumbai Indians by 4 wickets with fifties from Gaikwad and Rachin Ravindra.

Security forces engaged terrorists near the Pakistan border in Jammu-Kashmir's Kathua district, with reports indicating the terrorists escaped after a brief encounter that left a girl injured.

The Sushant Singh Rajput case officially concluded with the CBI filing a closure report confirming suicide without abetment.
24.03.2025
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Monday
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Comedian's Joke Ignites Studio Demolition Day

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Comedian Kunal Kamra's parody song calling Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde a "gaddar" (traitor) triggered a day-long escalation. Shiv Sena workers vandalized the Habitat studio where Kamra performed, leading to 11 arrests who were quickly granted bail. By morning, BMC officials arrived with hammers to demolish parts of the studio, while authorities announced plans to investigate Kamra's call records and bank accounts.

The controversy drew political lines with CM Fadnavis demanding an apology while Uddhav Thackeray defended Kamra, stating "a traitor is a traitor." Kamra refused to apologize but agreed to follow the law.

In judicial developments, the Supreme Court collegium recommended transferring Justice Yashwant Varma to Allahabad High Court amid the cash recovery scandal, prompting the bar association to announce an indefinite strike.

The Bombay High Court halted "bulldozer justice" against Nagpur violence accused Fahim Khan, whose house was partially demolished in the morning.
25.03.2025
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Tuesday
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Trump Brokers Black Sea Ceasefire Day

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The Kunal Kamra controversy intensified as Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde broke his silence, stating "we understand satire, but there should be limits" while describing the studio vandalism as "action causes reaction." Kamra received police summons via WhatsApp and reportedly faced 500 threatening calls, yet refused to apologize and released a new song targeting Shiv Sena.

The Supreme Court took cognizance of the controversial Allahabad High Court ruling that "grabbing breasts is not attempted rape." The Justice Varma investigation continued with plans to examine his mobile phone records.

Delhi's government presented its first ₹1 lakh crore budget, allocating ₹500 crore for Yamuna cleanup and ₹5,100 crore for women's welfare.

In international news, Trump brokered a significant ceasefire agreement between Russia and Ukraine in the Black Sea, while Belgium confirmed fugitive businessman Mehul Choksi's presence and acknowledged India's extradition request.
26.03.2025
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Wednesday
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Supreme Court Halts Breast Touching Ruling Day

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The Supreme Court stayed the controversial Allahabad High Court ruling that "grabbing breasts is not rape attempt," calling it "insensitive" and "inhuman." This development dominated morning coverage across publications.

CBI raids at former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel's residence in connection with the Mahadev betting app case featured prominently in early reports.

Trump's executive order requiring citizenship proof for voting in US elections, with specific mention of India's biometric system, received extensive coverage. Meanwhile, India rejected the US Commission on International Religious Freedom report, labeling the commission itself an "entity of concern."

A nationwide UPI payment system outage disrupted digital transactions for several hours, affecting services like PhonePe, Google Pay, and Paytm, generating over 23,000 complaints.

In the Justice Varma cash recovery case, Delhi Police sealed the area where partially burnt notes were found.
27.03.2025
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Thursday
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Trump's Auto Tariff Bomb Meets Immigration Bill

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Donald Trump announced a 25% tariff on all foreign-made cars imported to the US, effective April 2, rattling global auto markets. The morning news cycle focused on potential exemptions for India, with reports suggesting India may receive special treatment unlike China, Canada, and Mexico. By mid-day, the Lok Sabha passed the Immigration and Foreigners Bill, with Home Minister Amit Shah declaring "India is not a dharmshala" and accusing West Bengal of providing Aadhaar cards to illegal Bangladeshi immigrants.

Russian Foreign Minister announced Putin's upcoming India visit - his first since the Ukraine war began. Tamil Nadu CM Stalin and UP CM Yogi Adityanath exchanged barbs over language policy, with Stalin calling it "black comedy at its darkest."

The day ended with tragedy in Kathua, Jammu & Kashmir, where three policemen were martyred in an encounter that killed two terrorists, while IPL coverage showed Lucknow Super Giants defeating Sunrisers Hyderabad.
28.03.2025
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Friday
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Myanmar's Earthquake Shakes Southeast Asia

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A 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar in the morning, with aftershocks continuing throughout the day. The death toll rose dramatically from initial reports of 20 to over 150 by evening, with more than 700 injured. The quake affected five countries, with tremors felt in Thailand, Bangladesh, China, and parts of India. Buildings collapsed in Bangkok, where authorities declared a state of emergency.

The Supreme Court made significant pronouncements on freedom of speech, quashing an FIR against Congress MP Imran Pratapgarhi over a poem and granting interim protection from arrest to comedian Kunal Kamra in the ongoing controversy over his joke about Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde.

Pro-monarchy protests in Nepal turned violent, resulting in two deaths and prompting authorities to impose curfews in Kathmandu, with the army deployed to maintain order.
29.03.2025
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Saturday
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Myanmar Earthquake Death Toll Rises Day

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The devastating earthquake in Myanmar dominated India's news cycle, with death toll figures rising dramatically throughout the day - from just over 1,000 in the morning to 1,644 by afternoon, with warnings from US agencies it could reach 10,000. India launched "Operation Brahma," sending naval ships, an 80-member NDRF team, and a 118-member medical team to set up a field hospital.

PM Modi spoke directly with Myanmar's military leader, expressing India's solidarity. Reports noted the Naypyitaw airport control tower had collapsed, complicating rescue efforts.

In domestic news, security forces killed 16 Naxalites in Chhattisgarh's Sukma district, including a commander allegedly involved in the 2013 Congress leaders' massacre. The Bihar Board announced 10th standard results with an 82.11% pass rate.

By evening, former US President Trump's comments on Indian tariffs being "brutal" but expressing confidence in PM Modi received coverage alongside Gujarat Titans' IPL victory over Mumbai Indians.
30.03.2025
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Sunday
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The Day of Nature's Fury

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The aftermath of Myanmar's devastating earthquake dominated coverage, with newspapers reporting the death toll exceeding 1,700. Scientists warned aftershocks might continue for months, comparing the quake's energy to 334 atomic bombs. India's "Operation Brahma" relief efforts continued.

PM Modi's visit to RSS headquarters in Nagpur—his first as Prime Minister—received extensive coverage. Modi called RSS an "immortal banyan tree" while paying tributes to its founders.

Mid-day reports shifted to two major accidents: a train derailment in Odisha that killed one person and injured eight, and a landslide in Himachal Pradesh's Kullu district where strong winds uprooted trees near Manikaran Gurudwara, killing six people.

By evening, Trump's threats dominated international news, with warnings to bomb Iran if they refused a nuclear deal and imposing tariffs on Russian oil for delaying Ukraine truce.
31.03.2025
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Monday
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Tariffs and Tremors Day

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The Myanmar earthquake death toll crossed 2,000 as rescue hopes faded, with satellite images revealing widespread destruction. Reports emerged of 700 Muslims killed during prayers and 60 mosques destroyed.

Trump dominated international coverage with his announcement of global "reciprocal tariffs" effective April 2, threatening Russia with 25% tariffs and Iran with bombing if it refused nuclear negotiations. Iran reportedly readied missiles in response.

The disputed Waqf (Amendment) Bill emerged as a political flashpoint, with Parliamentary Affairs Minister Rijiju defending reforms while receiving unexpected support from some religious quarters. The bill is scheduled for Lok Sabha presentation on April 2.

A controversial New York Times report alleging HAL transferred sensitive technology to Russia was firmly refuted by India's Foreign Ministry.

By evening, security forces engaged terrorists in Kathua, marking the third operation in Jammu & Kashmir within nine days.
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