Morning Digest: India’s rise is good for American interests, says top Pentagon official; transgender bill passed by voice vote in Lok Sabha, and more
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India and the U.S. desire an Indo-Pacific in which no one power can dominate, said a senior Pentagon official, but did not make any reference to the Quad while detailing the Trump administration’s policy for the region.
The Lok Sabha on Tuesday (March 24, 2026) passed the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Bill, 2026, by voice vote.
The Business Advisory Committee (BAC) in the Lok Sabha on Tuesday (March 24, 2026) held discussions on ending the ongoing Budget session by March 28 so that leaders can campaign in election-bound States.
Iran fired a fresh broadside of missiles at Israel on Tuesday (March 24, 2026), causing damage and injuries in Tel Aviv, as uncertainty swirled over possible talks to end the three-week Middle East war.
The Supreme Court on Tuesday (March 24, 2026) asked West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee what her “legal reaction” would be if, in a reversal of fortune, she were to come to power in the Centre in 2030-2031, and a Chief Minister from an opposing party “barged” in and disrupted a raid by a Central agency.
The ruling DMK on Tuesday (March 24, 2026) almost wrapped up seat-sharing for the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections by allocating as many as 10 seats to its new ally, DMDK (in addition to its earlier Rajya Sabha berth) and eight constituencies to its long-time co-traveller VCK.
Indian vessels can freely sail through the Strait of Hormuz without needing permission, confirms a senior government official.
The Hindu Morning Digest gives a select list of stories to start the day. Read the top news today on March 25, 2026
An IndiGo flight at Vijayawada airport was grounded due to a tyre burst, but all 79 occupants are safe.
Tamil Nadu Assembly election 2026: TMC(M) gets five seats in NDA, to contest on BJP's 'Lotus' symbol
TMC(M) secures five NDA seats, to contest Assembly elections using BJP's 'Lotus' symbol in Tamil Nadu.
The Karnataka government will discuss with officials the possibility of creating a portal for unemployed youth to share their details and access job opportunities in micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), Minister for Small Industries and Public Enterprises Sharanabasappa Darshanapur said in the Legislative Council on Tuesday.
AIADMK's 2026 manifesto promises free rations, women's benefits, education reforms, and economic growth initiatives for Tamil Nadu.
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Join the 'Click & Commit' campaign on World TB Day, uniting Chennai's community to pledge against tuberculosis.
Brahmin candidates join Naam Tamilar Katchi, marking a significant shift in Tamil Nadu's political landscape and inclusivity.
Over 750 wheelchairs are prepared in Thoothukudi for accessible voting, ensuring convenience for differently abled and elderly voters.
Madras HC dismisses S.P. Velumani's petition challenging I-T assessment of ₹7 crore as unexplained election expenses from 2016.
The Lok Sabha passes a contentious Transgender Bill, sparking praise from the government and criticism from opposition parties.
Kamal Haasan announces support for DMK in 2026 elections, emphasizing the need for 'Dravidian Model 2.0' for Tamil Nadu's welfare.