On News@2 this April 3, Taniya Dutta brings to you the afternoon’s most crucial headlines.

West Bengal Police have arrested AIMIM leader and advocate Mofakkerul Islam in connection with the Malda protest that saw seven judicial officers held hostage for over nine hours. The Supreme Court of India had termed the incident a criminal failure and ordered central forces for protection and a probe.

Meanwhile, the Centre has directed states to curb LPG rumours, with the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas asking for daily briefings amid panic buying concerns.

Separately, Raghav Chadha has accused the Aam Aadmi Party of trying to silence him after his Rajya Sabha removal, while Punjab Parliamentarian Ashok Mittal and the party’s national media in charge Anurag Dhanda defended the party, exposing internal tensions.

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On News@2 this April 2, Taniya Dutta brings to you the afternoon’s most crucial headlines.

The Supreme Court of India has condemned the nine-hour confinement of judicial officers in West Bengal’s Malda, calling it a pre-planned challenge to its authority and ordering central forces for protection. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee blamed the BJP, alleging a political conspiracy.

Meanwhile, concerns have emerged over alleged irregularities in Andhra Pradesh’s 2024 elections, with economist Parakala Prabhakar and others flagging unusual late-night voting and seeking transparency.

Separately, the Itanagar Municipal Corporation has directed eateries to remove meat-based names, citing public sensitivity and ordering compliance within ten days.

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On News@2 this April 1, Taniya Dutta brings to you the afternoon’s most crucial headlines.

India has launched the first phase of Census 2027, marking its first fully digital population exercise with options for self-enumeration and mobile-based data collection across states. The exercise will record housing conditions and assets, with over 3 million officials involved and full enumeration scheduled for 2027.

Meanwhile, the Transgender Persons Protection of Rights Amendment Act 2026 has received assent from President Droupadi Murmu, introducing stricter penalties for offences but drawing criticism over exclusion concerns.

Separately, the Supreme Court was informed that 4.7 million electoral roll objections in West Bengal have been resolved, with the process nearing completion.

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On News@2 this March 31, Areeb Raza brings to you the afternoon’s most crucial headlines.

A tragic stampede at the Sheetla Temple in Bihar’s Nalanda district left at least eight women dead and several injured after overcrowding during a religious gathering. Rescue operations were launched and the state government has ordered a probe, with compensation announced for victims’ families.

Meanwhile, Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu has urged states to cut Value Added Tax on aviation fuel as prices surge due to the West Asia conflict, warning of possible fare hikes.

In Assam, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman unveiled the BJP’s poll manifesto, promising major infrastructure investment, jobs, and measures to protect indigenous communities ahead of the April 9 elections.

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On News@2 this March 30, Areeb Raza brings to you the afternoon’s most crucial headlines.

A major political shift is underway in Bihar as Nitish Kumar resigned as a Member of the Legislative Council, fuelling speculation about a leadership change within Janata Dal (United).

Meanwhile, India is set to tighten CCTV security norms from April 1 under the STQC framework, likely restricting Chinese firms like Hikvision, Dahua, and TP-Link.

In West Bengal, the Election Commission of India has transferred officers across 173 police stations ahead of Assembly polls, including key constituencies like Bhabanipur, where Mamata Banerjee faces the BJP’s Suvendu Adhikari in a high-stakes contest.

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On News@2 this March 27, Areeb Raza brings to you the afternoon’s most crucial headlines.

Nepal’s political landscape has seen a major shift as Balendra Shah, popularly known as Balen, was sworn in as the country’s youngest Prime Minister after a landslide electoral victory, with his party securing 182 of 275 seats.

Meanwhile in India, Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri dismissed rumours of a Covid-like nationwide lockdown, assuring that the government is not considering any such move and that energy supplies remain stable despite West Asia tensions.

In a separate development, the government cut additional excise duty on petrol and diesel by Rs 10 per litre, though retail prices remain unchanged as oil companies absorb global price volatility.

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On News@2 this March 26, Areeb Raza brings to you the afternoon’s most crucial headlines.

Iran has said it will allow ships from India, Russia, China, Pakistan and Iraq to pass through the Strait of Hormuz despite the ongoing West Asia conflict, while blocking vessels from the US, Israel and allied nations.

In West Bengal, controversy erupted after 340 Muslim voters were removed from the electoral roll in Basirhat, triggering protests and allegations of targeted exclusion.

Meanwhile, in Andhra Pradesh’s Markapuram district, a bus collision with a truck led to a fire, killing 13 people and injuring 22. Leaders including President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi have expressed condolences and announced financial assistance for victims.

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On News@2 this March 25, Taniya Dutta brings to you the afternoon’s most crucial headlines.

The Congress party has been asked to vacate its key offices in New Delhi, including its headquarters at Akbar Road and premises at Raisina Road, by March 28, prompting the party to explore legal options and seek an extension.

Meanwhile, the Gujarat Assembly passed the Uniform Civil Code Bill after a lengthy debate, with Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel defending it as ensuring equal rights, while the Opposition criticised it as politically motivated.

In Tamil Nadu, the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam released its first list of 23 candidates for the April 23 Assembly elections, fielding senior leaders and allocating seats to allies within the National Democratic Alliance.

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On News@2 this March 24, Taniya Dutta brings to you the afternoon’s most crucial headlines.

The Supreme Court delivered a landmark ruling granting women Short Service Commission officers Permanent Commission, striking down discriminatory caps and ordering equal benefits, including pensions.

Separately, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta presented a 1,037 billion rupee budget with a strong green focus and increased infrastructure spending.

In another key judgment, the Supreme Court upheld that individuals converting to Christianity cannot retain Scheduled Caste status, limiting eligibility to those professing Hinduism, Sikhism, or Buddhism.

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On News@2 this March 23, Taniya Dutta brings to you the afternoon’s most crucial headlines.

The Election Commission is set to release the first supplementary voters’ list for West Bengal elections, with over 2.7 million cases verified after scrutiny. The updated roll will be displayed at polling booths and online, with tight security in place ahead of polls on April 23 and 29.

Meanwhile, the National Investigation Agency has conducted raids across Jammu and Kashmir in connection with the Red Fort car bomb blast that killed 13 people, with 11 arrests so far.

In the US, an Air Canada flight collided with a ground vehicle at New York’s LaGuardia Airport, injuring several and forcing a temporary shutdown of flight operations.

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