Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his Mann Ki Baat radio broadcast, emphasized transforming India's fast fashion waste into economic opportunities by leveraging traditional textile recycling skills. He highlighted that fashion waste could reach 148 million tons by 2030, with less than 25% currently recycled. Initiatives include a Textile Ministry MoU to promote upcycling and pilot projects for textile waste collection in cities like Navi Mumbai and Bangalore. PM Modi projected India's textile recycling market could reach USD 400 million, contributing significantly to the global USD 7.5 billion market. He urged startups to lead in this sector, emphasizing the textile industry's role in India's economic growth. (PC: News 18)

In a significant operation, Punjab Police's Amritsar Commissionerate apprehended two repeat offenders, Sukhdev Singh (60) and Avtar Singh alias Tari (45), seizing 10 kg of heroin. Previously arrested in 2015 alongside two Pakistani nationals for a 19.5 kg heroin consignment, they resumed smuggling after release. Investigations reveal they coordinated with Pakistan-based smugglers, retrieving at least three drone-dropped heroin consignments in recent months. Their Toyota Etios, used for transport, was also impounded. Authorities continue probing to trace the network's full extent. (PC: WJBF)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Nagpur, paying homage to Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) founders Dr. Keshav Baliram Hedgewar and M.S. Golwalkar. Accompanied by RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat, Modi's visit underscored the enduring influence of RSS in India's socio-political landscape. During his stay, he also met with Sangh office-bearers and participated in various developmental initiatives, highlighting his commitment to national progress. This visit coincided with the centenary celebrations of RSS, founded in 1925 in Nagpur. Modi praised the organization's dedication to national service, emphasizing its role in inspiring future generations towards the vision of a developed India. (PC: ANI News)

Telangana Chief Minister K. Chandrashekar Rao will inaugurate a world-class museum and library dedicated to Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s legacy in Hyderabad. The initiative, part of an 11.8-acre memorial complex near Hussain Sagar Lake, will accompany the already unveiled 125-foot-tall bronze statue of Ambedkar, the second tallest of its kind globally. The museum will showcase Ambedkar’s contributions to India’s Constitution and social justice, while the library will house extensive literature on his works. Designed to educate future generations, the complex aims to be a major center for learning and tribute to Ambedkar’s vision for an equitable society. (PC: The Hindu)  

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut has demanded that stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra be granted special protection, similar to the security given to actress Kangana Ranaut in 2020. The demand follows multiple FIRs filed by Mumbai Police against Kamra for allegedly making defamatory remarks about Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde during his show, Naya Bharat. Raut emphasized that Kamra, as an artist, deserves fair legal treatment. Meanwhile, the comedian has been summoned for questioning, but the Madras High Court has granted him interim anticipatory bail until April 7, shielding him from immediate arrest. (PC: PTI, Hindustan Times)  

A 19-year-old medical aspirant from Tamil Nadu's Viluppuram district died by suicide, reportedly due to anxiety over the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET). This tragic event has intensified political debates, with AIADMK leader Edappadi K. Palaniswami accusing the ruling DMK of misleading students with unfulfilled promises to abolish NEET. He urged Chief Minister M.K. Stalin and Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin to disclose their strategy for scrapping the exam. The incident underscores ongoing concerns about the psychological impact of NEET on students and has reignited discussions on educational reforms in Tamil Nadu. (PC: Getty Images)

In a significant verdict, a special CBI court in Chandigarh acquitted former Punjab and Haryana High Court judge Nirmal Yadav in the 2008 cash-at-judge's-door case. The case involved the mistaken delivery of ₹15 lakh to Justice Nirmaljit Kaur's residence, allegedly intended for Justice Yadav as a bribe for a favorable judgment. After 17 years of legal proceedings, the court found insufficient evidence to convict Justice Yadav and other accused parties, including hotelier Ravinder Singh Bhasin and businessman Rajiv Gupta. This landmark judgment concludes one of the longest-running trials involving a sitting judge charged with corruption. (PC: Punjab News)

A Noida-based couple has been implicated in operating an adult webcam streaming studio from their residence, producing explicit content for Cyprus-based company Technius Limited, known for hosting international pornographic websites. The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted raids under the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA), uncovering substantial foreign remittances in the couple's bank accounts, allegedly misrepresented as earnings from advertising and market research. Investigations revealed the couple retained 75% of the earnings, distributing the remainder to recruited models. The ED has identified ₹15.66 crore linked to this operation and recorded statements from involved models found at the premises during the raid. (PC: Business Standard & NDTV)

India's pet care industry is witnessing a massive boom, driven by affluent and middle-class urban pet owners who treat their pets as family. With pet ownership rising from 26 million in 2019 to 32 million in 2024, spending on pet products and services has surged to $3.6 billion. The pandemic accelerated this trend as more people sought companionship. Luxury pet services, including specialized diets, pet-friendly travel, and grooming, are becoming mainstream. However, challenges like limited pet-friendly spaces persist. Experts predict India's pet care market will double by 2028, mirroring global trends in the growing pet economy. (PC: BBC News)  

Comedian Tanmay Bhat has responded to the controversy surrounding fellow comedian Kunal Kamra, humorously noting that he always receives messages asking if he’s okay whenever another comedian is in trouble. His statement comes as Kamra faces backlash over his recent remarks.   Meanwhile, Tamil actress Shruthi Narayanan has strongly condemned the circulation of an alleged casting couch video featuring her. She expressed deep distress over the leak, urging people not to share the content and warning of legal consequences. The incident raises serious concerns about privacy violations and the misuse of digital media in the entertainment industry. (PC: NDTV)