‘Why is a minor scratch acceptable?’: Netizens angry after a small scratch recorded in dashcam due to road rage in Bengaluru

India is boosting its Special Forces' capabilities for covert warfare, emphasizing high-stakes counter-terrorism missions and strategic operations deep behind enemy lines. Elite forces are integrating cutting-edge technology and specialized training to excel in surgical strikes, intelligence gathering, and precision-targeted assaults. Equipped with advanced weapons and next-gen communication systems, India's Special Forces are prepared to tackle challenges with stealth and efficiency, ensuring readiness for any mission. Full Article

Tension gripped Darbhanga, Bihar, during 'Shobha Kalash Yatra' on Chaiti Ramnavami, leading to a clash and four arrests after devotees were pelted with stones, causing injuries. Police deployed at the village to prevent further incidents, with additional forces on standby. Rumour mongers warned to be dealt with sternly, following previous clashes during Holi festival, as DGP issues instructions to maintain law and order during upcoming religious festivals. Full Article

The Indian Army has signed agreements with ADRIN and Zen Technologies to enhance its defence capabilities through indigenous innovation. These agreements include a MoU for precision targeting software 'LAKSHYA-PT' and a contract for an Integrated Air Defence Combat Simulator. The first tranche of systems under the indigenous Battlefield Surveillance System 'Project Sanjay' has been inducted into field formations. Full Article

Aswath Damodaran warns that as global markets shift inward and politics reshape economic rules, India may face more resistance to growth than China did. He attributes this to a changing global environment post-2008 financial crisis, marked by a backlash against globalization and rise of nationalist movements. Damodaran emphasizes the impact of these shifts on company valuations, citing Tesla as an example of how changing narratives and political factors can affect stock prices. Full Article

India and Russia commenced the six-day naval exercise 'Indra' off Chennai, featuring Russian ships Pechanga, Rezkiy, and Aldar Tsydenzhapov, along with Indian warships Rana, Kuthar, and aircraft P8l. The exercise comprises a harbour phase from March 28 to 30 in Chennai and a 'sea phase' from March 31 to April 2 in the Bay of Bengal, demonstrating the enduring strategic partnership between the two navies. With a focus on enhancing naval interoperability, the sea phase...

Ahead of PM Narendra Modi's visit to Chhattisgarh, 50 Maoists surrendered, including high-ranking members with bounties totaling ₹68 lakh, signaling a decline in left-wing extremism. Union home minister Amit Shah praised Chhattisgarh's efforts in combating Maoist violence, emphasizing the government's commitment to eradicating insurgency from the nation. The surrender, facilitated under the Niyad Nellanar policy, reflects a growing disillusionment among Maoist ranks and the expanding governance and development programs in formerly insurgent-controlled areas, leading cadres...