Self-styled astrologer Ashok Kharat remains in custody until April 1, 2026, as an SIT probes 10 FIRs involving sexual assault and INR 1,000 crore in fraud. The retired Merchant Navy officer allegedly used blackmail and 'rituals' to exploit victims. His wife, Kalpana, has defended him, but the case has already sparked high-profile resignations.
From April 1, 2026, India transitions to the new Income Tax Act, 2025, simplifying the tax code and merging FY/AY into a single Tax Year. New labour codes mandate a 50% basic salary cap, boosting EPF savings but lowering take-home pay. Additionally, the RBI has implemented mandatory biometric or dynamic 2FA for all digital payments to enhance security.
The central government has relaxed petroleum rules for 60 days to boost kerosene supply amid global energy disruptions linked to the Iran conflict. Public sector oil companies can now sell kerosene through petrol pumps and retail outlets across 21 states and UTs to ensure availability for household cooking and lighting needs.
Two women died and two others, including a child, are in critical condition following a mass suicide attempt sparked by financial debt near Bengaluru. Mohan Gowda reportedly attacked his mother and sister before turning the blade on his nephew and himself. Police are investigating claims of harassment by moneylenders after the family sent a final video message to relatives on Saturday.
A police inspector in Bengaluru has come under scrutiny after a woman alleged that he sent her inappropriate and offensive messages. The complainant, Yashaswini Gowda, who is known locally as the 'Lady Don,' has submitted a formal complaint along with chat records to senior police officials.
Indian equity markets will observe key closures in April 2026, with NSE and BSE closed on April 3 (Good Friday) and April 14 (Ambedkar Jayanti). Currency and commodity segments have adjusted schedules, and investors should plan for delayed settlements, liquidity management, and portfolio rebalancing at the start of FY27.
A pre-wedding photoshoot at Bhairaveshwara Temple in Karnataka turned violent after locals allegedly assaulted photographers over wearing footwear inside the premises. Seven people have been arrested. The injured photographers were hospitalised, and their equipment damaged. Police are investigating the incident amid concerns over tourism and temple sanctity.
Four individuals, including two police personnel, were arrested in Chandrapur, Maharashtra, for the 2023 murder of Head Constable Jayant Ballawar, initially recorded as an unnatural death. Police allege his daughter Arya Ballawar, her lover Ashish Shedmake, and two others conspired to poison him. The case came to light after Ashish confessed, prompting ongoing investigation.
A new Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026, introduced in the Lok Sabha, would increase civic fines under the Delhi Municipal Corporation Act, 1957, including raising the dog‑leash fine from INR 50 to INR 1,000. The bill also expands penalties for sanitation and building violations, shifts adjudication to municipal officers, and decriminalises some outdated offences while upgrading penalties for others.
Nestlé has confirmed that a truck carrying over 4,00,000 KitKat bars, weighing around 12 tonnes, was stolen during transit in Europe. The shipment, travelling from Italy to Poland, remains missing. Authorities are investigating the incident, while the company warns of possible supply shortages and the risk of stolen products entering unofficial markets.
The UAE has come under sustained missile and drone attacks from Iran, with over 2,200 launches reported in recent weeks. As tensions rise, Abu Dhabi is reportedly considering a more active military role alongside the US and Israel. The conflict, centred around the Strait of Hormuz, risks wider regional escalation with global implications.
Police in Maharashtra’s Thane district have initiated an investigation into the son of a prominent school trustee following allegations of harassment and the transmission of lewd messages to a female teacher. The case, filed on Friday, has sparked concerns regarding workplace safety and the misuse of administrative influence within educational institutions.
Police have launched an investigation into the death of a 20-year-old man who reportedly ended his life by consuming poison in Pune’s Jambhulwadi area. Mohammed Saad Asif Sayyad, originally from Malegaon in the Nashik district, recorded a video on his mobile phone prior to his death, alleging persistent mental and emotional harassment by his wife and in-laws.
Police in Andhra Pradesh’s Tirupati district have taken a 22-year-old woman into custody following the death of her six-month-old daughter in the early hours of Friday. The incident, which occurred in the temple town of Tirupati, has led to the filing of a murder case after the infant’s body was recovered from a water sump at the family’s residence.
A viral video claims a dried baby snake was found in a kasuri methi packet after partial use, raising food safety concerns. According to the individual in the video, the packet had been in use for several months and was within its expiry date. The person alleged that the object was noticed only after about half the contents had already been consumed, prompting shock and concern.
The Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) in New Delhi has directed several batches of students to vacate campus hostels and return home, citing the ongoing fuel and energy crisis linked to the US-Iran conflict. Classes for affected students will shift to online mode from April 6, according to an official notice issued on March 25.
The White House app, available on both major smartphone platforms, serves as a centralized hub for real-time policy updates, executive actions, and live-streamed events, aiming to provide 'unfiltered access' to the administration's daily operations.
A viral video from Chandigarh showing a delivery worker standing motionless for hours has sparked speculation about 'zombie drugs.' Authorities have not confirmed the cause, and the man was taken for medical evaluation. Experts warn against linking the incident to drug use without evidence, noting such substances can cause severe sedation and health risks.
Beer prices in India may rise as the ongoing US-Iran conflict disrupts supplies through the Strait of Hormuz. Shortages of gas, glass, and packaging materials have increased production costs for brewers, who are seeking 12-15% price hikes. The impact could extend beyond beer, affecting multiple consumer goods amid ongoing supply chain pressures.
A 54-year-old Bengaluru resident received relief from the Bangalore Urban II Additional District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission after alleging that a hair clinic promised him a hair transplant but instead fitted him with a wig. The commission ordered the clinic to refund INR 55,000 with 6% interest and pay INR 5,000 in compensation for mental agony and litigation costs.
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