Lok Sabha Passes Finance Bill 2026 with 32 Amendments
The Lok Sabha approved the Finance Bill 2026 by voice vote on March 25, 2026, incorporating 32 government amendments proposed by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. It now awaits Rajya Sabha consideration to finalize the Union Budget 2026-27 process. Budget Highlights The bill supports a total expenditure of ₹53.47 lakh crore,
Trump Claims Iran Offered Him Supreme Leader Role
President Donald Trump stated at a Republican fundraiser on March 25, 2026, that Iranian leaders informally proposed making him their next Supreme Leader amid the ongoing US-Iran war, but he declined with “No, thank you.” Context of the Claim Trump described Iran as “decimated” and its leadership role as deeply
Iran Grants India Safe Passage Through Strait of Hormuz Amid Tensions
Iran has permitted Indian-flagged vessels safe transit through the Strait of Hormuz, classifying India among “friendly” nations like China, Russia, Iraq, and Pakistan. This diplomatic breakthrough eases India’s energy import crunch during the US-Iran conflict. Diplomatic Success Following talks between EAM S. Jaishankar and Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi, Ambassador Mohammad
Oil Prices Surge Past $100 as Iran Denies Direct US Talks
Global oil prices spiked above $100 per barrel on March 26, 2026, after Iran rejected claims of direct negotiations with the United States to end the ongoing conflict. Brent crude climbed 1.21% to $103.46, while WTI rose 1.35% to $91.54 amid renewed supply fears. Diplomatic Breakdown Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas
Philippines Declares National Energy Emergency Amid Middle East War Fallout
The Philippines became the first nation to declare a national energy emergency on March 24, 2026, in response to the US-Israel-Iran conflict disrupting fuel supplies through the Strait of Hormuz. Presidential Directive President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. signed an executive order activating the UPLIFT package (Unified Package for Livelihoods, Industry, Food, and Transport),
Fact Check: Did PM Modi Hint at COVID-Like Lockdown in India?
A viral claim circulating on social media alleges Prime Minister Narendra Modi warned of a COVID-style lockdown during his recent parliamentary speeches on the West Asia crisis. The claim is false and misleading. What PM Modi Actually Said In his March 23-24, 2026, addresses to Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, Modi
PM Modi Tops Global Leader Approval Ratings: Morning Consult Survey 2026
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has secured the top spot as the world’s most popular democratic leader with a 68% approval rating in the latest Morning Consult Global Leader Approval Tracker (March 2-8, 2026 data). Survey Rankings Switzerland’s Guy Parmelin and South Korea’s Lee Jae-myung tie for second at 62%, followed
Government Schemes Empowering Women in India: A Comprehensive Guide (2026)
India’s government has rolled out numerous schemes to uplift women through financial aid, education, health, and entrepreneurship support. These initiatives target diverse needs, from girl child savings to self-help group empowerment, fostering gender equality. Financial Inclusion and Entrepreneurship Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY)Offers collateral-free loans up to ₹20 lakh for
Supreme Court Clarifies SC Status After Religious Re-conversion
The Supreme Court ruled on March 24, 2026, that Dalits who convert to religions outside Hinduism, Sikhism, or Buddhism lose Scheduled Caste (SC) status immediately, but can reclaim it upon genuine re-conversion to one of these three faiths if strict conditions are met. Three Mandatory Conditions Claimants must prove: (1)
Iran-Linked Funds Under Scanner: ₹17.91 Crore Trail Raises Security Concerns
Intelligence Flags Suspicious Financial Flows A fresh intelligence alert has brought under scrutiny a ₹17.91 crore fund flow into Jammu & Kashmir, allegedly routed as humanitarian aid but now suspected to be part of a structured financial network with links to Iran. The development has triggered a multi-agency probe, with
