No material concerns, HDFC Bank has sound financials: RBI

No material concerns, HDFC Bank has sound financials: RBI

The RBI confirmed that the bank is well-capitalised, has sufficient liquidity, and continues to be managed by a professional board and competent leadership. It also approved a temporary transition arrangement, appointing Keki Mistry as interim part-time chairman for three months starting March 19. Mar 19, 2026
More flights being operated on India-Middle East routes

More flights being operated on India-Middle East routes

Qatar has partially reopened its airspace, allowing limited flights, whereas Kuwait airspace remains shut since February 28. Special flights and transit routes via Saudi Arabia are being arranged for Indian nationals stranded in affected regions. Mar 18, 2026
Jamaat-e-Islami

JDF gets EC recognition: Former Jamaat leaders enter mainstream politics in J&K

The ECI's recognition of the Justice and Democratic Front (JDF), formed by former Jamaat-e-Islami members, signals a significant shift in J&K's political landscape. While the party has pledged to function within the Constitution, its emergence raises questions about changing electoral dynamics and the evolving role of former Jamaat cadres in mainstream politics. Mar 18, 2026
Eight militants arrested in Manipur crackdown; arms recovered

Eight militants arrested in Manipur crackdown; arms recovered

Manipur police and security forces arrested eight militants from Tengnoupal and Imphal East districts over the past 24 hours, recovering illegal arms and ammunition. Five militants from valley-based insurgent groups, including PREPAK, KYKL, and KCP-MFL, were apprehended near the Myanmar border. Mar 17, 2026
India calls Pakistan airstrike on Kabul hospital 'cowardly'

India calls Pakistan airstrike on Kabul hospital 'cowardly'

India condemned Pakistan's airstrike on Kabul's Omid hospital, calling it "barbaric" and "cowardly," MEA called it a violation of Afghan sovereignty and urged international accountability. At the UN, India accused Pakistan of politicising religion while reaffirming its commitment to religious coexistence and inclusive societies. Mar 17, 2026
BJP confident of unseating Trinamool Congress in Bengal polls

BJP confident of unseating Trinamool Congress in Bengal polls

BMJ expressed confidence in defeating Mamata Banerjee in the upcoming West Bengal Assembly elections. Union ministers Dharmendra Pradhan, Kiren Rijiju, and Giriraj Singh, along with Keshav Prasad Maurya and BJP MP Gulam Ali Khatana, alleged corruption, poor law and order, and infiltration under the TMC. Mar 15, 2026