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The Lok Sabha has passed the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Bill, 2026, defining transgender individuals to exclude those with different sexual orientations or self-perceived identities. The bill aims to protect a specific social and cultural group facing extreme discrimination, with new provisions for authority designation and graded punishments for offenses. Opposition members criticized

The US views India as crucial for a balanced Indo-Pacific, emphasizing deeper defense and strategic ties. A senior official highlighted shared interests in a region free from single-power dominance. Both nations aim to enhance operational interoperability and India’s defense capabilities, fostering co-production and a strong domestic industry.

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The Supreme Court questioned West Bengal’s objection to the ED’s plea alleging obstruction by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee during a raid. Justices emphasized the fundamental rights of individual ED officers, urging the state to focus on their alleged victimhood rather than just the agency.

Phubbing stems largely from social media addiction and undermines people-to-people interactions

AIADMK released its Tamil Nadu Assembly election manifesto, promising Rs 2,000 monthly assistance for female heads of households and Rs 10,000 for every family. The manifesto also includes promises of free refrigerators, extended bus travel for men, and three free cooking gas cylinders annually for ration cardholders.

India’s first passive euthanasia recipient, Harish Rana, passed away at AIIMS-Delhi after 13 years in a vegetative state. The Supreme Court had permitted the withdrawal of life support, allowing a dignified end. This case reignited the debate on ‘letting a patient die’ versus actively ending life, highlighting the legal and ethical complexities surrounding end-of-life decisions.

Rahul Gandhi criticized PM Modi’s comparison of the current fuel crisis to the Covid-19 pandemic, highlighting the tragic loss of life during the pandemic. He also accused Modi of compromising India’s foreign policy and questioned the government’s handling of the West Asia conflict and the stranded Indian ships.

Arvind Kejriwal predicted Prime Minister Narendra Modi might not remain in office beyond 2026, citing a decline in popularity and alleged electoral “corruption.” Opposition leaders at a book launch echoed concerns about institutions like the EC and ED, with Derek O’Brien predicting electoral defeats for the BJP.