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The All India Muslim Personal Law Board urged secular political parties and MPs to oppose the Waqf bill, citing discrimination and violation of fundamental rights. The Board president warned that the bill could lead to seizure of Waqf properties by the government and called for strong opposition in Parliament to prevent the BJP's agenda. He emphasized the need for protection of Waqf properties and urged lawmakers to stand against the proposed amendments to safeguard the...

A fresh exchange of fire erupted in Panjtirthi area of Kathua in Jammu on Tuesday, involving three suspected infiltrators. One infiltrator has been reported dead, while the other two are engaged with the armed forces. The operation was launched following intelligence inputs, with surveillance-cum-ambushes deployed by the Indian Army, police, and CRPF in the area. Full Article

A surge in global demand for explosives and ammunition, fueled by conflicts in Europe and West Asia, has led to record Indian defence exports exceeding ₹23,622 crore in 2024-25. The government's active promotion of defence exports has resulted in a 12% growth, with strong demand for Indian explosives like TNT, RDX, and HMX. State-owned defence public sector units saw a 42.8% increase in exports, reaching ₹8,389 crore, while the number of defence manufacturing companies in...

The Maharashtra government has approved bike taxi services in cities with a population of over one lakh, aiming to provide innovative transport options. Bike taxis will be identified by a yellow color, have GPS installed, undergo police verification and insurance, ensuring passenger safety. Additionally, the state has introduced bike pooling and a welfare board for transgenders to enhance rights and welfare, emphasizing education, employment, and health schemes. Full Article

India launched Operation Brahma in response to the devastating earthquake in Myanmar, providing Search and Rescue (SAR), humanitarian aid, disaster relief, and medical assistance. The operation involved six aircraft and five Indian Naval ships delivering 625 MT of Humanitarian Aid and Disaster Relief material to Myanmar. The effort included three tranches of aid, with the first involving supplies like tents and blankets, the second delivering NDRF specialists and equipment, and the third transporting an Indian...

In March 2025, GST collections in India reached Rs 1.96 lakh crore, showing a 9.9% year-on-year increase and indicating a strong economic growth trend. Central GST collections were at Rs 38,100 crore, state GST at Rs 49,900 crore, integrated GST at Rs 95,900 crore, and GST cess at Rs 12,300 crore, reflecting wide participation in the GST system. Various states, including Gujarat, saw double-digit growth in collections, while improvements in refund processing and overall tax...