India

The U.S. and India are close to finalizing an interim trade deal, but gaps persist over pulses and the pacing of tariff reductions. “We’re not that far off from finalizing the interim trade deal, but some gaps remain,” a U.S. official told The Hindu. Washington officials are now addressing details following a Supreme Court ruling.

March 26, 2026 Iniulat ng AI

Cotton cultivation in Haryana has declined sharply due to persistent pink bollworm attacks, inflicting heavy losses on farmers. Yields have fallen to less than half of previous levels, driving many to switch to water-intensive paddy. Government incentives have so far failed to halt the shift.

Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City) announced on Thursday the launch of Women in Fintech Accelerator. Under the GIFT International Fintech Innovation Hub (GIFT IFIH), the programme aims to prepare women-led fintech ventures for institutional capital and help them scale operations.

March 26, 2026 Iniulat ng AI

Transgender rights activist Harish Iyer resigned on March 26, 2026, from his position as advisor on the NHRC's Core Group on LGBTQI+ issues. He criticised the National Human Rights Commission for its silence on the Transgender Persons Amendment Bill, 2026.

Rajya Sabha passed the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Bill 2026 by voice vote on March 26 amid opposition calls for wider debate. The Lok Sabha had cleared it on Tuesday. Social Justice Minister Virendra Kumar described it as a symbol of justice for long-marginalised sections.

March 25, 2026 Iniulat ng AI

Ahmedabad Police, Chetak commandos and multiple security agencies conducted a joint drill at the newly built International Sports Complex in Naranpura. The exercise prepared for crisis situations like terrorist attacks, testing coordination and response capabilities. It lasted nearly five hours with full citizen cooperation.