Addressing the event, CM Dhami said, “This honour is not just mine but belongs to the people of Devbhoomi Uttarakhand. The 1.25 crore people of the state affirmed the resolution we presented during the 2022 Uttarakhand Assembly elections under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Their trust and mandate made this achievement possible.”
Four labourers died from suffocation while cleaning a water tank at a construction site in Mumbai. A fifth worker survived and is receiving treatment. The police have begun investigating possible safety protocol lapses and the conditions that led to the fatal incident.
Jammu and Kashmir lieutenant governor Manoj Sinha promised justice and accountability after three civilians were killed in Kathua district. A thorough and transparent investigation has been ordered. Union minister Jitendra Singh suspected terrorist involvement, while protests and shutdowns occurred in Billawar in response to the killings.
An IndiGo Airbus A321, VT-IBI, experienced a tail strike while landing in Chennai on March 8, 2025. This aircraft, which previously encountered a similar incident, is now grounded for inspections and repairs. The Aircraft Accident Investigation Board is investigating, with IndiGo prioritizing safety and addressing flight cancellations.
Yoga guru Baba Ramdev criticized US President Donald Trump for imposing reciprocal tariffs, labeling the act as ‘tariff terrorism’ and ‘economic terrorism’. Ramdev urged India to unite and build a strong nation in response. Negotiations for a Bilateral Trade Agreement between India and the US are ongoing.
The Vishwa Hindu Parishad and other Hindu groups condemned the vandalism of the BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in California, urging US authorities to take strict action. The incident, labeled a hate crime, involved anti-India graffiti and is part of a rising trend of Hinduphobia.
China defended its increased defense spending, citing challenges in safeguarding national sovereignty and territorial integrity. The funds will enhance new combat capabilities and strengthen reconnaissance, early warning, joint strikes, and logistics support. With a $249 billion budget for 2023, China aims to improve military training under combat conditions and deepen defense reforms.
The Hindu Mahasabha president condemned the vandalism of a Hindu temple in California, claiming local government protection. He called on the Trump administration to ensure the safety of Hindus. The Indian ministry of external affairs also urged stringent actions against those responsible and demanded adequate security for places of worship.
DMK MPs resolve to address delimitation and ‘Hindi-imposition’ issues in the upcoming parliamentary session. Led by CM MK Stalin, they plan to garner support from southern and other affected states to ensure no loss of Lok Sabha seats for Tamil Nadu post-delimitation.