"Govt launched multi-pronged strategy to strengthen national security, law enforcement, across India": MoS Nityanand Rai

Yemen's Houthi rebels issued a warning to shippers regarding Israeli vessels in Mideast waters, targeting them due to Israel's blockage of aid to Gaza. The rebels' threat disrupts vital maritime routes and endangers revenue from the Suez Canal, potentially impacting aid deliveries to conflict zones. The warning covers the Red Sea, Gulf of Aden, Bab el-Mandeb Strait, and Arabian Sea, with the rebels urging Israel to allow aid access to Gaza. Full Article

President Donald Trump and Tesla CEO Elon Musk discussed classifying violent perpetrators at Tesla dealerships as "domestic terrorists" during a White House press conference. Trump vowed to catch and punish those responsible for the aggressive demonstrations, stating he would protect American companies from such attacks. Amidst the criticism, Trump purchased a Tesla Model S from Musk, expressing support for the company and its founder, while addressing the ongoing challenges faced by the electric vehicle enterprise....

The Indian Air Force is expediting the procurement of medium, multirole fighter jets, aiming to have the first new aircraft in service within five years after accelerated trials involving seven likely contenders. The competition for 114 new fighter jets under the MRFA programme will involve limited trials due to previous testing of six contenders, with only the Boeing F15 EX needing evaluation against Indian requirements. Upgraded capabilities of contenders may also be assessed during the...

Union Minister of State for Education Sukanta Majumdar criticized the Tamil Nadu government for not implementing the National Education Policy 2020, accusing them of playing politics ahead of the upcoming elections. He emphasized the importance of teaching in the mother tongue and criticized the Chief Minister-led government for creating a political agenda by not following the NEP 2020 and the three-language formula. The issue also caused disruptions in Parliament, with DMK members condemning remarks made...

US national intelligence director Tulsi Gabbard will be the first senior official from the Trump administration to visit India to attend the annual meeting of intelligence chiefs in New Delhi. The meeting, scheduled for March 16-17, will include participants from various countries, including Canada's intelligence chief Daniel Rogers, signaling a potential improvement in ties. Gabbard will also visit Japan, Thailand, and France before returning to Washington, D.C. Full Article

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman criticized the DMK for hypocrisy, citing their idolization of a figure who had previously insulted the Tamil language. Without naming him, she referred to Periyar, a prominent Dravidian movement leader. She also condemned DMK MPs for not condemning a cartoon depicting Prime Minister Narendra Modi in chains, stating that action will be taken against those responsible. Full Article