LIVE India News updates on March 18: Man gets 10 years sentence for sexually assaulting mentally challenged boy

Delhi court sentences man to 10 years imprisonment for sexually assaulting a mentally challenged minor boy in North West Delhi in 2017.

Hansapuri in Maharashtra's Nagpur witnessed violence as masked individuals vandalized shops, torched vehicles, and pelted stones, escalating city tensions. Authorities are reviewing CCTV footage to identify those responsible. Security has been heightened.

A team of six Supreme Court judges will visit Manipur relief camps on March 22 to provide legal and humanitarian aid to those displaced by 2023’s ethnic violence. Their visit aims to facilitate justice, medical care, and welfare benefits.

An 80-year-old Dalit woman was brutally gang-raped in Bihar’s Gopalganj. The accused attempted to gouge her eyes out before leaving her for dead. Police have booked six men, and investigations are underway.

The BCCI is considering relaxing its policy on players' families accompanying them on tours after Virat Kohli highlighted the importance of family support.

Congress MPs Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, Renuka Chowdhury, BJP MP Mala Rajya Laxmi Shah, Kangana Ranaut, DMK MP Kanimozhi Karunanidhi, TMC MP Mahua Moitra, and SAD MP Harsimrat Kaur Badal were among the women leaders spotted at Parliament during the Budget Session.

Following PM Modi's praise for the Mahakumbh, BJP MP Jagdambika Pal questioned Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra's absence from the event. Modi commended the successful organization of the Mahakumbh in Prayagraj, attributing it to public dedication.

Karnataka Revenue Department launched an encroachment clearance drive near Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy’s farmhouse. Kumaraswamy denied allegations, calling it political vendetta and vowing legal action against the Congress government's move.
 

CRPF and Chaibasa police recovered and destroyed two IEDs in Jharkhand's Chaibasa district during a joint operation. A CRPF Sub-Inspector was also injured in a separate IED blast in the same area and is being treated.

Israel launches widespread strikes against Hamas in Gaza, following Hamas's refusal to release Israeli hostages and rejection of peace proposals.

India has slammed Pakistan for its latest comments on Kashmir, asserting that the real issue is Pakistan’s sponsorship of cross-border terrorism.

Rajnath Singh has urged his Netherlands minister to refrain from supplying arms or critical technology to Pakistan’s military over security concerns.

PM Modi met Rajya Sabha MP Ilaiyaraaja, who is one of India’s greatest music composers, known for revolutionizing film music, especially in Tamil cinema. He has composed over 7,000 songs and worked on more than 1,000 films across multiple languages, blending Indian classical, folk, and Western musical elements. His mastery of orchestration, particularly using the symphonic style with Indian melodies, set him apart.

Kerala's Education Minister claims the Centre is withholding Rs 1186.84 crore in education funds due to the state's refusal to join the PM SHRI scheme. The minister warns this could impact inclusive education efforts.

Shiv Sena UBT leader Aaditya Thackeray on Tuesday attacked state government over the Nagpur violence and claimed that the BJP was trying to push Maharashtra into a situation similar to Manipur.

The Delhi High Court directed the Centre to expedite action on a Supreme Court order regarding a plea to rename India as Bharat. The petitioner claimed the representation has remained unresolved since 2020.

A fast-food unit in Punjab's Mohali was under scruitny after a purported video exposed unhygienic food preparation conditions at the stall.

Congress leader KC Venugopal criticized the Modi government for denying the Opposition a chance to discuss the Mahakumbh in Parliament. Priyanka Gandhi echoed the demand, saying the Opposition’s sentiments were ignored.

Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday flagged that Prime Minister Narendra Modi did not pay tributes to those who lost their lives during the recently-concluded Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj. 

Immigration attorneys are urging clients with H-1B visas, green cards, and student visas to avoid international travel due to potential visa delays, increased scrutiny, and stricter interview waiver rules.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has sent a letter to Indian-origin astronaut Sunita Williams, expressing pride in her achievements and extending best wishes for her ongoing space mission.

A look into the transformation of three former WWE female superstars have found success and fulfillment in new pursuits after leaving the wrestling world behind.

On 14 March 1988, Chinese and Vietnamese naval forces engaged in a violent confrontation at Johnson South Reef, part of the Spratly Islands. Vietnamese troops, attempting to assert sovereignty, were fired upon by Chinese warships despite being unarmed.

Addressing the state assembly on the Nagpur violence, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis stated that the clashes appeared to be "pre-planned." Fadnavis acknowledged that the Chhava movie had fueled public anger against Aurangzeb but urged everyone to ensure peace in Maharashtra.

A woman in Kolkata has shown symptoms of Human Coronavirus HKU1. Here's all about HKU1 symptoms, how it spreads, and who might be at risk.

Gurpatwant Singh Pannun has issued threat for Rajnath Singh.

Following PM Modi's remarks on India-China relations, Congress leader Jairam Ramesh criticized China's response, citing a previous 'clean chit' given by the PM.

Violent clashes erupted on Monday night in Mahal area of central Nagpur, 2km from the fortified RSS headquarters, after protests demanding removal of Aurangzeb's tomb spiralled out of control, resulting in stone-pelting, arson, and attacks on police personnel.

Maharashtra Junior Home Minister Yogesh Kadam confirmed that 47 individuals were detained following the Nagpur violence sparked by demands to remove Aurangzeb's tomb. The incident left 12-14 police personnel and 2-3 civilians injured.

Condemning the violence which broke out in Nagpur, Maharashtra over demands of removing Aurangzeb's grave, AIMIM national spokesperson Waris Pathan alleged that certain members of Bharatiya Janata Party "keep spreading hatred."

Violence erupted in Nagpur after rumours of a holy book being burnt during a right-wing protest demanding the removal of Aurangzeb’s tomb. Several houses, vehicles, and a clinic were vandalised.

US President Donald Trump has announced he will speak to his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin regarding the war in Ukraine on Tuesday morning.

A top Hamas official said Israel has decided to sacrifice its hostages by re-launching massive military operations in the Gaza Strip Tuesday, shattering a period of relative calm since a January truce.

Chetan Sakariya is back with Kolkata Knight Riders for IPL 2025, replacing Umran Malik.

After being stranded for over nine months, NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore are set to undock from the International Space Station (ISS) on Wednesday and begin their 17-hour journey back to Earth.

A 21-year-old youth, Febin George Gomes, was brutally stabbed to death at his home in Kollam, Kerala. The attacker, identified as Tejas Raju, later died by suicide after fleeing the scene.

NASA astronaut Sunita Williams’ extended stay aboard the International Space Station (ISS) has provided valuable insights that will influence future space missions, particularly long-duration voyages to the Moon and Mars.

US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard expressed her deep connection with India, calling it a place where she always feels at home. Gabbard highlighted how the teachings of Krishna to Arjuna in the Bhagavad Gita provide her with strength, peace, and comfort in her personal and professional life.

Read Full News HERE

A 22-year-old woman from Rajasthan's Jhunjhunu district was arrested for allegedly killing her 17-day-old daughter by throwing her into a water tank. The incident reportedly stemmed from her disappointment over not having a male child.

Read Full News HERE

Maharashtra Minority Commission Chairman Pyare Khan condemned the Nagpur violence as "very unfortunate," emphasizing the city's legacy of communal harmony. He claimed that outsiders, not locals, were responsible for the unrest and urged citizens to maintain peace and unity.

Read Full News HERE

Curfew imposed in parts of Nagpur city under Section 163 of the Bhartiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) following clashes over the demand to remove Aurangzeb's grave. Violence erupted between two groups, leading to stone-pelting, vandalism, and injuries.

Read Full News HERE