🌄 🇮🇳𝐒𝐇𝐔𝐁𝐎𝐔𝐃𝐇A𝐘🙏 *31 Mar(Tuesday)* *Vedic Ritu/* Vasant *Drik Ritu* : Vasant (Spring) पक्ष :: *Shuklapaksh* (In Purnimanta calendar) *Vikram Samvat - 2083* *Month* : Chitra 29, (In Amanta calendar) *Shaka Samvat - 1948* *Month* : Chitra 13 *Tithi :* Chaturdashi *Nakshatra*: Purva Phalguni *Rahu* : 03:34 PM – 05:06 PM *Yamaganda* : 09:27 AM – 10:59 AM ________________________ *TODAYS TOP NEWS* --------------------------------------- 1. PM Modi to inaugurate Samrat Samprati Museum in Gujarat on the occasion of Bhagwan Mahavir Janma Kalyanak Diwas today. 2. Home voting for the Assembly elections is progressing in Keralam. Eight more days of campaigning remain in Keralam. At the same time, home voting for senior citizens and PWD persons is progressing in all the 140 assembly constituencies in Keralam. A total of 1.45 lakh senior citizens above the age of 85 years are on the list for home voting. 3. In West Bengal, the nomination process for the first phase of the upcoming Assembly elections in the state began. 4. On the first day of the notification of elections in Tamil Nadu, several politicians, including the leaders of the parties, filed their nominations yesterday. 5. In Uttarakhand, the “Green Card system” for commercial passenger vehicles has been introduced from 30 March to ensure the smooth and safe conduct of the Char Dham Yatra. Transport Minister Pradeep Batra inaugurated the system at Roshanabad in Haridwar district. 6. The sub-divisional administration of Dharmanagar under North Tripura District has completed all necessary preparations to conduct home voting for voters aged above 85 and differently-abled persons ahead of the upcoming Dharmanagar Assembly bye-election. 7. The CSIR – National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (CSIR-NIScPR) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Science City of Andhra Pradesh. The Ministry of Science and Technology said the MoU has been signed to strengthen science communication and promote collaborative research in Science. 8. Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu yesterday distributed houses to beneficiaries at Naidupeta in Tirupati district and took part in their house-warming ceremonies under the TIDCO housing scheme. As part of a statewide programme, 250,983 houses constructed under TIDCO and PMAY were handed over at more than 30 locations. Of these, 15,659 houses were allotted in Tirupati district. 9. The Telangana government has given approval for a six-lane bi-directional flyover and two uni-directional underpasses in Hyderabad, With an aim to reduce traffic congestion between Miyapur, Allwyn X Roads, Hafeezpet and Bachupally, the project will be taken up at a contract value of Rs 384.45. 10. What is the Maharashtra Freedom of Religion Bill? The Maharashtra Freedom of Religion Bill, 2026, was passed by both Houses of the Maharashtra Legislature a few days ago. The Bill has been opposed by several civil society organisations, *The Maharashtra Freedom of Religion Bill, 2026, has been defined as “a Bill to provide for protection of right to freedom of religion and prohibition of unlawful conversion from one religion to another, and for matters connected therewith or incidental thereto.” It aims to prohibit conversions carried out through allurement, misrepresentation, force, undue influence, coercion, or any other fraudulent means. 11. Union government is considering a major policy shift to extend social security coverage to unorganised sector workers by bringing them under the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) and the Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC). The proposal aims to ensure pension and insurance benefits for millions of workers currently outside formal welfare systems, including gig and platform workers. 12. The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has recently initiated fresh excavation work at the historically significant Balirajgarh site in Bihar’s Madhubani district. The move aims to uncover deeper insights into ancient civilisations and strengthen understanding of early cultural and administrative centres in the region. 13. The India Meteorological Department has forecast an active spell of weather across large parts of the country this week, Heavy rain, hailstorms to hit India as western disturbance hits on Tuesday Under the influence of these systems, isolated heavy rainfall is likely over the Kashmir Valley. --------------------------------------- *LEGAL REPORT* --------------------------------------- 1. India is set to block Chinese CCTV giants like Hikvision, Dahua and TP-Link from selling internet-connected cameras from April 1, as new STQC certification rules make approval mandatory. 2. Nine Maoists, including senior leader C Narayana Rao, surrendered before the Andhra Pradesh police, marking a significant development in the state’s anti-insurgency efforts. 3. The Supreme Court recently warned the State of Gujarat of strict penal consequences, including possible suo motu contempt proceedings, for failing to decide applications for premature release of convicts within the timelines prescribed under its policy. 4. Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) president C. Joseph Vijay has declared in his election affidavit that he has ₹404.58 crore in movable assets and ₹220.15 crore in immovable assets. He has also declared ₹15.51 crore in movable assets and ₹2.5 crore in immovable assets in the name of his spouse Sangeetha. 5. Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday launched a political broadside at the Congress while speaking on the Naxal issue in Chhattisgarh's Bastar region, alleging that decades of governance failure and ideological support for Left-wing extremism had pushed tribal communities towards Maoist influence. He asserted that the Centre's combined strategy of security action and development has now brought Naxalism in Bastar close to its final phase. ------- *MISHAPS*------------ A retired Army brigadier was fatally shot in Dehradun during a crossfire between two groups involved in a dispute over a nightclub bill. Four individuals, including the owner of the 'Zen-G' nightclub, have been arrested in connection with the Dehradun shooting incident. Retired Brigadier Mukesh Joshi (74), who was out for a morning walk, was struck by a bullet and later died in hospital. --------------------------------------- *DEFENCE News* --------------------------------------- 1. Lieutenant General Manoj Katiyar to retire as Western Command chief after 40 years of service. Lt Gen Pushpendra Pal Singh is scheduled to take over the reins of the Western Command on April 1. 2. Indian Air Force to equip MiG-29 jets with ASRAAM missiles, replacing R-73. Know features, range, benefits, and how this upgrade strengthens India’s air defence against China and Pakistan. 3. Indian Navy hosted IONS Maritime Exercise (IMEX) TTX 2026 in Kochi with participation from multiple nations, strengthening maritime security cooperation in the Indian Ocean Region. --------------------------------------- ✈ *INTERNATIONAL NEWS* --------------------------------------- 1. External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar met Deputy Foreign Minister of Russia Andrey Rudenko in New Delhi. 19 ships with LPG, crude oil and LNG meant for India are currently stranded in the Strait of Hormuz due to the escalating war in West Asia. 2. 19 ships with LPG, crude oil and LNG meant for India are currently stranded in the Strait of Hormuz due to the escalating war in West Asia. 3. India & Bosnia enhance Diplomatic Relations through high-level bilateral discussions. Additional Secretary (North Europe) of the Ministry of External Affairs and G20 Sous Sherpa Pooja Kapur called on the Foreign Minister of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Elmedin Dino Konaković, to take forward bilateral discussions. 4. Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday launched a political broadside at the Congress while speaking on the Naxal issue in Chhattisgarh's Bastar region, alleging that decades of governance failure and ideological support for Left-wing extremism had pushed tribal communities towards Maoist influence. He asserted that the Centre's combined strategy of security action and development has now brought Naxalism in Bastar close to its final phase. --------------------------------------- 🌎 *WORLD NEWS* 🌍 --------------------------------------- 1. The Supreme Court of Nepal has issued a show cause order in the writ petition filed, calling for the release of CPN (UML) Chair and former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli from detention. 2. More than 200 global business organisations have jointly urged the extension of the World Trade Organization (WTO) E-commerce Moratorium, as its expiry approaches at the upcoming 14th Ministerial Conference in Yaoundé, Cameroon. The issue has once again highlighted divisions between developed and developing countries over digital trade regulations. *What is the E-commerce Moratorium?* The E-commerce Moratorium is a longstanding WTO agreement that prohibits member countries from imposing customs duties on electronic transmissions. 3. Lumbini Province Assembly Member Rekha Sharma of CPN (UML) was detained by the police personnel at her residence in Dhumbarahi, Kathmandu. A team of the Nepal Police from the Kathmandu Valley Crime Investigation Office detained her, as she is accused of forcing a young girl into child labour for 6 years. 4. Zimbabwe is planning a 500 MW floating solar power project at Kariba Dam to address persistent electricity shortages and diversify its energy mix. The initiative, led by Green Hybrid Power in partnership with the Intensive Energy Users Group. 4. UK introduces strict screen-time guidelines for children under 5, limiting usage to protect mental health and development. It is to Protect Children from Digital Harm. 6. Japan launches the world’s first freight-only bullet train running at 275 kmph. It was developed by East Japan Railway Company, the train can transport goods. It can carry up to the 1,000 boxes or around 17.4 tonnes of goods per trip and it making compact yet highly efficient logistics solution. --------------------------------------- 🚣🚴🏇🏊 *SPORTS* --------------------------------------- 1. In the Khelo India Tribal Games, underway in Chhattisgarh, hockey and football matches were held in Raipur on the sixth day yesterday. In women’s hockey, Mizoram and Odisha have entered the final. 2. Indian Premier League 2026 70 T20s Mar 28 - May 31 (a) Monday, 30 Mar 2026 3rd Match • Guwahati, Barsapara Cricket Stadium chennai-super-kings CSK: 127 (19.4) rajasthan-royals RR: 128-2 (12.1) Rajasthan Royals won by 8 wkts (b) Tuesday, Mar 31 2026 4th Match • New Chandigarh, Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur Punjab Kings Vs Gujarat Titans 7:30 PM / 7:30 PM LOCAL Match starts at Mar 31, 14:00 GMT 3. India’s, 19-Year-Old Sheetal Devi Honoured as World Archery’s Para Archer of the Year. Sheetal Devi wins Para Archer of the Year 2025 by World Archery. Know her inspiring journey, achievements, Paralympics medal, and why she is redefining para sports globally. -------------------------------------- *FINANCE* --------------------------------------- *INDIAN RUPEE VALUE* 💷 *GBP* ₹123(Approx) € *Euro* : ₹107(Approx)  *USD* ₹ 92(Approx) 🇨🇦 *Canada* :CAD ₹67 🇦🇺 *Australia* : ₹ 65 🇦🇪 *UAE Dirham* : ₹ 25 *🇨🇳 China Yuan ¥* : ₹ 13 🇲🇻 *Maldives Rufiya* : ₹ 6.00 🇧🇹 *Bhutan ngultrum* : ₹ 1.00 🇳🇵 *Nepal Rupee* : ₹ 0.63 🇧🇩 *B'desh Taka** : ₹ 0.70 🇵🇰 *Pak Rupee* : ₹ 0.32 🇱🇰 *Sri Lanka Rupee* : ₹ 0.29 --------------------------------------- *BSE SENSEX* 71,947.55 −1,635.67 (2.22%)🔻 *NIFTY* 22,331.40 −488.20 (2.14%)🔻 --------------------------------------- *Rates in Financial Capital Mumbai* *GOLD* : ₹ 15,100/ 01gm (24 krt) *SILVER* : ₹ 2,45,000/KG RBI imposes a $100M daily cap on banks’ net open FX positions from April 10, 2026, replacing capital-linked limits. The move standardizes currency market risk management across all banks, strengthening oversight and curbing excessive exposure. --------------------------------------- *ENTERTAINMENT NEWS* --------------------------------------- Actor Salman Khan is set to collaborate with National Award-winning director Vamshi Paidipally and producer Dil Raju for a high-octane action drama. The yet-untitled project marks the first time the trio is coming together and is scheduled to go on floors in April 2026. At present, Salman Khan is occupied with promotions for his upcoming film Maatrubhumi: May War Rest In Peace, earlier titled Battle of Galwan. Directed by Apoorva Lakia and co-starring Chitrangda Singh, the film is scheduled to release on August 14, 2026. It was initially planned for an April 17, 2026 release but was reportedly postponed due to patchwork and reshoot requirements. --------------------------------------- Ⓝⓐⓥⓔⓔⓝ Ⓚⓤⓜⓐⓡ 🇮🇳 *FACTS ABOUT BHARAT* 🇮🇳 =======================  Ooty is in the Nilgiri hills, meaning the "blue mountains", so named due to the Kurunji flower which blooms every twelve years giving the slopes a bluish tinge. The name Ootacamund had been in use since 1821. Over time, it got shortened to Ooty, by which it is known world over. In 1972, the name was abruptly changed to 'Udhagamandalam'. The change of name had since been a source of confusion and inconvenience for tourists. ======================= 😀 *Thought of the day* * =======================  Change your thoughts and you can change the world ======================= * *JOKE OF THE DAY*  ====================== *Teacher:* What is the diffirence between pyar😍👩‍❤️‍👨 & shaadi👫? *chintu:* very simple sir, pyar ❤ insaan ko andha bana deta😅 hai aur shaadi (marriage) 💍insaan ki ankhen 👀 khol deti hai..!🤪🫣 ======================= *😳WHY❓❓❓* ======================= *Why the financial year starts from April and ends in March?* In the many regional calenders like the Hindu calendar etc, the New Year starts in the month of April and this may be a reason why the govt also thought of starting the financial year in the month of April itself.   India was ruled by the Britishers for more than 150 years. And in the UK, the financial year starts from 1st April and not 1st Jan. And therefore, the same concept may have been applied to India as well by the Britishers and after Independence; the Indian Govt didn’t change this. ======================= *LEARN Sanskrit*🙏🏻 ======================= *कष्टः खलु पराश्रयः।*  Kaṣṭaḥ Khalu Parāśrayaḥ Dependence is indeed painful. =======================  🤔 *HOW IT WORKS* ⁉ ======================= *How Is Marble Formed*  Marble is a metamorphic rock, which means ‘rock that has changed’. Metamorphic rocks are formed from other materials already existing on the earth’s surface. Igneous rocks are formed directly from lava or the earth’s molten core. Marble is formed from limestone. In geological terms, marble is a crystallized form of limestone or dolomite. The beautiful and unique patterns in natural marble are a major reason for its value. These are formed by deposits of minerals which existed in the limestone before it was affected by extreme heat and pressure. Presence of various minerals and salts, marble takes on many stunning natural colours, from purest white to shimmering greens. Different colours are caused by different substances. As an example, black veins or grey shading is usually caused by carbon impurities while green is linked to serpentine. There are rich marble deposits in the states of Rajasthan, which accounts for the huge production of marble in India; the other marble-producing states include Gujarat, Andhra Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh. ======================= 💁🏻‍♂‍ *GK TODAY*  ======================= Which state is largest producer of Coffee in India?   KARNATAKA  ======================= *BORN TODAY* 🐣💐 ======================= *SHEILA DIKSHIT* ( 31 March 1938 – 20 July 2019), occasionally anglicised Dixit, was an Indian politician and stateswoman. One of the longest-serving chief ministers of Delhi, as well as the longest-serving female chief minister of any Indian state, she served for a period of 15 years beginning in 1998. Dikshit led Congress party to three consecutive electoral victories in Delhi. Dikshit lost the December 2013 elections to the Delhi Legislative Assembly to the Aam Aadmi Party. She briefly served as the Governor of Kerala in 2014. MEIRA KUMAR (born 31 March 1945) is an Indian politician and former diplomat. A member of the Indian National Congress, she was the Minister of Social Justice and Empowerment from 2004 to 2009 =======================  🙏🏻 *IDIOMS & PHRASES*  ======================= *The devil is in the details*  It looks good from a distance, but when you look closer, there are problems. ======================= *ANTONYM*   Admit × Deny *SYNONYMS* Considerate : Thoughtful ========================= 🛕 *VEDIK GYAN*  (kindly inform, if given info is vary from actual facts🙏🏻) ======================= *Tara* was the wife of the monkey king Bali who was presumed dead after a battle with a demon after which she married his twin brother Sugriva according to the custom of the time. When Bali returned, he was livid and abducted Sugriva's first wife, Ruma, as revenge. ( *Note* : These home tips followed in villages/ancient traditions, it is up to you to use it or not🙏🏻) ======================= *INDIGESTION* : Bay Leaf Tea May Help Boost Digestion -   Recipe InsideTej patta is a rich source of antioxidants, vitamin A, C, B6, iron, potassium and more and have a strong effect on the gastrointestinal system. ======================= *🙏*PLZ SHARE IT* #news #news #News Views #వ్యూస్ అండ్ న్యూస్