Saturday, March 29
Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan was injured after an unknown intruder broke into his Bandra flat around 2am and attacked him with a knife. Khan suffered six stab wounds, including one near the spine, and is currently undergoing treatment. Police are investigating how the intruder bypassed security and are reviewing CCTV footage.
WMO secretary-general Celeste Saulo stated that a global temperature rise of 1.55 degrees Celsius over pre-industrial levels by 2024 signifies a serious threat but doesn't render the Paris Agreement invalid. She emphasized the need for significant climate action in 2025 to curb greenhouse gases and boost renewable energy adoption.
BJP criticised Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for claiming his party battles the RSS, BJP, and the Indian state, comparing his remarks to George Soros's agenda. Gandhi also raised concerns about alleged irregularities in the Maharashtra elections and targeted RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, calling his statement on India's independence 'treason' and an insult to the independence movement.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visits Mumbai to commission three naval vessels—INS Surat, INS Nilgiri, and INS Vaghsheer—enhancing India's maritime security and defence manufacturing. He also inaugurates the Sri Sri Radha Madanmohanji Temple, an ISKCON initiative in Navi Mumbai, promoting peace and Vedic teachings. The events highlight advances in indigenous defence capabilities and spiritual development.
The executive council of the Prime Ministers Museum and Library has been reconstituted, with Nripendra Mishra continuing as chairperson. New members include former minister Smriti Irani, ex-Army General Syed Ata Hasnain, and filmmaker Shekhar Kapur. The council expanded to 34 members, including multiple Union ministers and other prominent figures.
